The Found Generation with Troy Farkas

I reunite with one of my favorite people on the planet to revisit our joint decision to leave ESPN and Connecticut earlier this year.  Also on today's episode, Amanda I talk about a BREAK-IN that happened at our house, her odd Arizona childhood AND she helps me build the ideal Hinge profile to get me ready for my upcoming move to New Hampshire. Amanda Foster is a 24-year-old who currently liv...

Fresh off a deep postseason run, my old point guard joins me for an honest conversation about the positives and negatives of NBA life. We also discuss how he makes financial decisions, the difficulties of "adulting," his work with Impact Athletic Center (35:40) and he even takes some questions from fans of the podcast, including how he met his girlfriend and the best defender he's ev...

Six years ago, I interned for JR at an Albany TV station. Today, I tell him the valuable lesson he taught me and then we discuss his beloved Philadelphia, what it was like covering Donald Trump's presidency (41:22), advice for single guys in new cities (26:52), his recent birthright trip to Israel (12:20), his first on-air gig in rural Alabama and so much more. To watch our conversation , head on...

Conor McGregor, a sports superstar, has me wondering: Is it possible that staying at the top is harder than getting there in the first place? On today's episode , I talk about this question and how it relates to my professional life, which I'm making small strides in every day. Let me know your thoughts on today's episode by hitting me up on Instagram or by leaving a review for the show on Apple P...

Since November 2020, I've existed only in a cloud of uncertainty . On today's episode , I explain why that's finally about to change.

A 24-year-old friend and former co-worker joins the show today to tell me about why she decided to leave the beauty business to become an English teacher instead. Plus, she discusses her BTS obsession (31:00), why all of us need to visit Japan and how all of you can incorporate more reading into your life (14:30). Oh, and apparently she used to be in a marching band. To see Cati's lovely face, you...

On today's episode, I talk about an unforgettable weekend and why Friday night was the happiest I've felt in a long time. If you enjoyed today's episode, please consider reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts. You can also visit TheTroyFarkasShow.com for all of the latest blogs and podcasts.

If you want to be a part of the one percent, there's three key behaviors you must adopt now. On today's episode, I talk about those behaviors, as well as the differences between professional and personal success. Plus, fan favorite Jake Hicks stops by to tell us about (another) new job selling solar panels in Florida and also to talk about Kevin Huerter's rise in the NBA.  You can read more a...

On today's episode , I talk about my new career ventures, the company I'm potentially building and how it's all been made possible by me simply speaking my dreams into existence. If you enjoyed today's show, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or on TheTroyFarkasShow.com . Also please feel free to follow me @troy_farkas on Instagram and TikTok.

Alex Cooper and the Paul brothers are disrupting the traditional media industry , and I absolutely LOVE it because it shows that if you're entertaining, anything is possible. Plus, TikTok star Jillian Bennett joins me for a chat about her popular account and some of her secrets to standing out on TikTok (10:00). If you'd like to watch my conversation with Jill, check it out here. You can follow Ji...

Today's guest once cold-emailed billionaire media mogul Mark Cuban, eventually receiving a response that landed him an appearance on popular business TV show "Shark Tank." Zamarin tells me about the six-figure company he built in high school, the importance of finding mentors, how his company, Detrapel, helped fight the coronavirus and so much more. David Zamarin is 23 years old and is the founder...

From a hostel in Portland, I update y'all on my travels and then ask you, the loyal fans, some important questions about the podcast and what you want me to talk about going forward. For more podcasts, blogs and videos, please visit TheTroyFarkasShow.com. You can also follow me @Troy_Farkas on Instagram or the show @thetroyfarkasshow on Instagram and TikTok. If you enjoyed today's episode, please...

One of the best athletes on the planet joins the show today to discuss a variety of things, including how he reaches "flow state," insane kettlebell workouts he taught himself during the pandemic and the powerful spiritual meaning lacrosse has within the Native American community. We also talk about the centuries-long mistreatment of natives in this country and the awareness that more American sch...

On my last day in Arizona, I discuss a simple mindset shift that has changed my life. If you apply it, it can completely change yours as well. For more advice on how to navigate your 20s, check out our blogs over on TheTroyFarkasShow.com , where you can also find our full podcast archives featuring conversations with everyday twenty-somethings getting after it. Follow us on social media, @the...

After talking about my Tuesday night at a townie bar in Gilbert, AZ, I discuss why it's so important for young people to get out there and see the world. We all say we want to see new places, but we rarely actually follow through with it. For more thoughts on how young people can navigate the world better, check out our full archive of episodes and blog posts on TheTroyFarkasShow.com. If you enjoy...

One year after the murder of George Floyd, my friend Allen takes me back to his childhood, telling me about his own mistrustful relationship with police officers, why he alters his behaviors around them and the talk his parents gave him at a very young age about dealing with the police. Then, we discuss Floyd, the significance of that moment last year, what we might have done if we were bystanders...

One of the most interesting people I've met joins the podcast today to discuss growing up in Europe and what it was then like attending college in America. Plus, Nancy talks about zig-zagging through life, overcoming loneliness , monthly mantras and why she doesn't have any social media accounts. Nancy Aburto is a 24-year-old currently studying architecture postgrad at Georgia Tech. She spent much...

On my last day in Colorado, I share five lessons I've learned about myself and the world (11:34). But before that, I read an essay explaining why making mistakes as a young person is actually a really good thing. To read the five lessons, check out TheTroyFarkasShow.com first thing in the morning tomorrow. If you liked today's show, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or on our webs...

In a wide-ranging discussion, an old boss of mine, Tom Goslowski, talks to me about my dreams growing up and how they didn't pan out. Then, I talk about some internship stories (which may or may not include a famous naked man), my relationships with famous journalists like Jeremy Schaap and Ariel Helwani, my current job status, career advice for young people, and so much more. This conversation&nb...

Change starts with action, not words. On today's episode , we discuss how young people are at the forefront of so much great change happening in the world and how, unfortunately, some of us are talking a big game but not actually doing anything about it. If you enjoyed today's show, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or on TheTroyFarkasShow.com. You can also follow us on TikTok and...

On today's episode , U.S. wrestler (and Marvel superfan) Alexis Porter joins the show to discuss her illustrious wrestling career and a tough decision she's recently made regarding it. But before that, Alexis and Troy get real while talking about AP's unfortunate experiences as a Black woman in America and how they pushed her to become an activist. We also talk about Colorado and Troy nerds out ov...

If you think you spend too much time on your phone, then listen up. On today's episode, Troy discusses our cell phone addiction, why it's a big problem, and how we can solve it. Today's quote: "You have to let people down to be happy." - Unknown If you like today's podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts, or on our web site. You can also watch today's episode here. Follow us on...

The CEO and co-founder of Willie's Superbrew , a craft hard seltzer company, joins the show to tell the origin story of his company, which may or may not include a goat farmer. Plus, Nico discusses earning the respect of older colleagues, facing competition from legacy companies like Bud Light, his company's humanitarian efforts and advice for young entrepreneurs. And of course...is it OK for a ma...

We can't stay stuck in our old ways. On today's episode, Troy explains why, as young people, we must constantly challenge the status quo. If you liked today's show, please consider leaving a review on our web site or on Apple Podcasts. You can also watch today's podcast on our YouTube channel. Today's quote : "In spite of everything, I still believe people are really good at heart." - Anne Frank F...

SEC Network's Alyssa Lang joins the show to discuss how a rap she made in college landed her a job at ESPN. She also gives some career advice for young people. Plus, she shares stories about a 16-mile hike gone horribly wrong, mistakes on live television (20:05) and how she built an on-air persona around...donuts? You can also watch the podcast here. Alyssa Lang is a 27-year-old TV host on SE...