The Elite League Podcast with Greg Carlson

We tear down the glossy corporate marketing surrounding AI to expose the raw, unfiltered truth about Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and what it means for your survival as an entrepreneur, professional, and human being. Our guest, Dina Maayan unpacks why the current global tech race mirrors the terrifying, safety-stripped dynamics of the nuclear arms race. If you want to know how to pivot yo...

What if the real problem isn’t your strategy, your habits, or your discipline… but the way you see yourself? In this episode, Trentamus breaks down the hidden “operating system” that drives every decision you make — whether you realize it or not. From addiction and self-destruction to coaching high-performing men, he reveals why so many successful people still feel unfulfilled, anxious, and stuck...

Most people think they’re stuck because they need better strategies, more discipline, or the right opportunity. But what if the real issue is deeper? In this episode, Courtney Aragon shares how your intuition, self-image, and subconscious patterns are shaping every result in your life—from your relationships to your business. After spending nearly a decade in a “safe” career as a nurse, Courtney m...

Why do so many people keep attracting the same type of relationship over and over again? In this powerful episode of The Elite League Podcast, trauma-informed relationship coach Josh Wenner explains how unresolved trauma and nervous system responses shape the partners we choose and the conflicts we experience. Josh breaks down the hidden patterns that drive attraction, including how abandonment wo...

Sam Gegen joins the show to reveal what elite sales actually looks like beyond scripts and tactics. He shares his raw journey from $100,000 in debt, alcohol struggles, and a $35,000 salary to selling $150 million, building high-performing teams, and creating The Wealthy Founder Blueprint. Sam explains why listening beats talking, how to uncover a prospect’s emotional hot button, and why confidence...

Most people chase comfort and wonder why life feels repetitive. In this episode, Adventure Guy Kevin breaks down the profound difference between vacations and true adventure, and why intentionally choosing discomfort is one of the fastest ways to build confidence, character, and clarity. From leading extreme global expeditions to witnessing heartbreaking moments of misplaced self-worth, Kevin shar...

After surviving a violent grizzly bear attack, Tyler was forced to confront fear, preparation, and the reality of how quickly life can change. Instead of letting trauma define him, he turned it into a mission, creating Sound Bear-ier, a wildlife safety invention designed to prevent others from experiencing what he did. In this episode, we dive into survival mindset, decision-making under pressure,...

Most men think they need better workouts, more calories, or stronger supplements to build muscle. They are wrong. In this episode, we unpack the deeper truth behind physical transformation. From dirty bulking and steroid culture to dopamine addiction and constant distraction, this conversation exposes why most men sabotage their own growth. We explore accountability, self-worth, silence, disciplin...

What if anxiety wasn’t a flaw, but a function? In this episode, Holistic Health Leader, Dina Maayan, dives deep into the nervous system, breathwork, and the unseen forces shaping how you show up in leadership, relationships, and life. From childhood panic attacks to guiding hundreds through transformational breath experiences, this conversation exposes why so many high performers feel exhausted, d...

What happens when you achieve everything you thought you wanted, and still feel lost? This recap episode dives deep into identity, intuition, trauma, healing, and the unseen emotional patterns that shape success, relationships, and self-worth. Through raw personal experiences, this conversation explores what it truly means to live aligned rather than approved. Learn more about Jessica Tellian: ⁠ht...

This episode of The Elite League Podcast goes deep into the intersection of health, identity, and performance with Dr. Nikki Siso, holistic health expert, PhD in Holistic Health & Nutrition, and co-founder of Conscious Kitchen ATX. Dr. Nikki brings a raw, unfiltered breakdown of why so many entrepreneurs and leaders are operating far below their true potential. She explains how the modern food...

This episode features an unfiltered conversation with entrepreneur and operator Tim Heyl, who breaks down the hard truths of building a business, leading people, and scaling beyond your own limitations. Tim shares the exact moments where his team grew faster than his leadership, the emotional turning points that forced him to rethink how he operated, and the systems he built to turn chaos into mom...

Jake reveals how he walked away from a product that didn’t feel authentic and built something that came straight from the heart. He shares his journey from childhood artist to local entrepreneur, how guerilla marketing and free samples grew his customer base, and the discipline it takes to outwork everyone without losing your joy. This is a story about creative reinvention, purpose, and the courag...

Greg sits down with serial entrepreneur Darius, founder of Rise Growth Partners and author of The Core Value Equation. After launching 22 businesses and building a $200M company, Darius opens up about the dark side of success: burnout, anxiety, and the endless chase for more. From a life-changing moment in Oaxaca, Mexico to discovering the power of stillness, faith, and self-honesty, Darius shares...

Greg Carlson sits down with transformational coach Andrew Adams, founder of Reclamation Wellness, to uncover the truth behind personal healing and human potential. Andrew opens up about surviving trauma, 12 years of addiction, and what it took to rebuild his life. Together, they explore the path to self-mastery, the role of surrender, and the power of choosing integrity in the smallest moments. If...

Nick Gray went from a lonely entrepreneur working 90-hour weeks to a global advocate for authentic connection. As the author of The Two-Hour Cocktail Party and founder of Museum Hack , Nick discovered that the key to success and fulfillment isn’t more followers: it’s real friendships. In this episode re-cap, he shares how to host gatherings that build trust, opportunity, and influence, even if you...

When your company culture feels broken, it’s not your systems, it’s your standards. In this episode, culture strategist Taylor Davis, CEO of Wildly Satisfied, reveals why every organization’s energy starts at the top. She breaks down how leaders can identify “leaky energy,” write powerful integrity statements, and build a business that reflects who they truly are, not just what they do. This is a...

In this episode re-run of The Elite League Podcast, we sit down with JP Newman—founder of Thrive FP, a $1.5 billion purpose-driven real estate investment firm changing the face of workforce housing. JP’s story takes us from the ego-driven chaos of Hollywood to the grounded world of conscious capitalism. He opens up about failure, fatherhood, economic cycles, and how his nonprofit Veritas Impact Pa...

Aaron shares his raw journey from wealth to rock bottom to comeback, revealing how failure became his greatest teacher. From flipping houses on courthouse steps, to competing with Blackstone, to launching PropHawk and modular housing ventures, Aaron explains exactly how he built businesses that withstand any market. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this conversation wi...

Patrick Lyons embodies what it means to design life with intention. From starting pushups as a 9-year-old inspired by Batman Begins, to coaching over 700 clients worldwide, building his Online Fitness Coach Academy, and hosting transformational retreats, Patrick has turned personal struggle into a global mission. In this episode, Patrick reveals: Why discipline and protecting your energy matter mo...

I sit down with author and former relationship coach Kevin Crenshaw, who shares his raw journey of transformation—from burnout and brokenness to healing, faith, and reinvention. Kevin reveals how letting go of his old identity opened the door to his true calling: helping people expand their perspective, awaken their emotions, and live from a place of faith and authenticity. Together, Greg and Kevi...

Most networking events suck—boring rooms, surface conversations, and zero real value. But Matt Worthington is rewriting the playbook. At just 25, Matt co-founded Riser Network, a fast-growing Austin company creating experiences that connect entrepreneurs, creators, and business leaders in ways that feel magnetic and fun. In this episode, Matt shares his journey from hitting rock bottom with a DWI...

Prescott, founder of Now Alchemy, went from homeless veteran battling PTSD to building a wellness company that caught the attention of Miley Cyrus and Demi Lovato. Prescott shares how he discovered Ormus, why he set out to mainstream it, and the exact moment when his intention became reality—when Miley and Demi mentioned his company live on Instagram, leading to Prescott speaking to tens of thousa...

In this episode, I sit down with Ash Moore of BRĒZ, one of the fastest-growing startups the country. Ash shares the wild ride of joining a rocket-ship startup, the marketing playbook that took BRĒZ profitable in just four months, and his personal philosophy on wellness, community, and entrepreneurship. If you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or just someone curious about the future of health-consciou...

Feeling stuck in a well-paying corporate job you don’t love? In this episode of The Elite League Podcast, I sit down with Azgari — a serial entrepreneur and business consultant who helps high-performing professionals break free from the golden handcuffs and launch profitable businesses in as little as 90 days. You’ll learn the math that proves why staying in your job could be costing you big, how...