Ejay Cruz | @itsejaycruz

THE PARABLES®

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THE PARABLES ®: Where Inspiration Meets Action—and Enjoyment. Hosted by Ejay Cruz, this podcast is your gateway to powerful stories and life-changing conversations, all delivered with a dose of vibrancy. Each episode features lively, engaging discussions with extraordinary guests—trailblazers, visionaries, and unsung heroes—who reveal the experiences and lessons that shaped their paths to success. But it doesn't stop there. Ejay also dives deep into his own life, sharing candid thoughts on personal growth, current events, and the challenges we all face. Whether you're looking for motivation, i...

Author

Ejay Cruz | @itsejaycruz

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.theparablespodcast.com

Latest episode

Feb 16, 2026

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Episodes

034 The ReUp with Emmett T. Smith & Brotein Dean 15.08.2019

Just got my hands on another mic, so I had to bring back not one, but two The Parables Hall of Famers: Emmett T. Smith from EP. 001 and Brotein Dean from EP. 019. We got a little out of control, but I promise you there is a lot to take away from our dialogue. Enjoy! Support the show

045 Touching The Dream w/ Edwin Arroyave 04.08.2019

CEO & Founder of Skyline Security Management and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Edwin Arroyave shares his story from Colombian immigrant to now operating one of the fastest growing smart home protection companies in the world. Moreover, Edwin shares the winning mindset needed to manifest your goals.  Support the show

044 Sales Domination w/ Joe Semaan 24.07.2019

Joe Semaan joins The Parables and shares his insight and expertise on human performance in the sales and business universe. Joe has mentored and spoken to over 300 organizations in over 20 industries including audiences for giants like Microsoft, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Equinox and many other leaders in the financial, technology, professional services, and marketing spaces. By far one of the...

043 RESETting w/ Mike Gonzalez 15.07.2019

Mike Gonzalez shares his journey of leaving his 9-5 job, RESETting his life, breaking into the fitness industry, and creating a unique approach to fitness group classes through his company Thrīvsource Fitness .  Support the show

030 Catching Up w/ Paul T. Tran 11.07.2019

On this episode, I was able to catch up with my good friend Paul T. Tran from EP. 011. We shared a lot of insight and perspective on various topics including fear, confidence, impact, learning from your past, podcasting, serving your community, and more.  Support the show

041 Taking Ownership w/ Brodie Kern 08.07.2019

Serial entrepreneur, speaker, and real estate investor Brodie Kern shares how he survived alcohol & drug addiction and how taking ownership has led him to inspire and empower others to overcome their afflictions. Support the show

039 Recruiting & Opportunities w/ Andrew Cruz 01.07.2019

Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Andrew Cruz shares how his discipline mindset was developed and how he shifted from being a Military service member to an entrepreneur. Support the show

038 Adversity & Gratitude w/ Marcus Aurelius Anderson 25.06.2019

My good friend TEDx speaker, Keynote speaker, and author Marcus Aurelius Anderson shares his perspective on adversity and gratitude. Marcus' book: https://amzn.to/2mZO1s0 Support the show

037 Skateboarding, Passion & Investing w/ Mikey Taylor 17.06.2019

Professional skateboarder turned entrepreneur Mikey Taylor hops on The Parables podcast and shares how he was able to use his income as a pro athlete and invest it into passive-income producing assets. Moreover, Mikey gives us his insight on passion and how he used that to build some successful companies.  Support the show

028 Behind The Vision Podcast 13.06.2019

Few months back, I was invited to be on the Behind The Vision Podcast hosted by Dustin Chau. This was my first time being a guest on another podcast and let me just say it was a lot of fun being on the other side of the mic (instead of being the host). In this episode, we discuss The Parables, networking, building self-confidence, and more. If you're curious as to where my mind is at and how...

035 We Are Our Reality & Healthy Eating w/ Billy Anderson 04.06.2019

After losing an athletic scholarship opportunity and losing to a lawsuit that destroyed his business, Billy Anderson shares how he was able to re-purpose his drive and passion into what is now his companies Go Fresh & Lean Bites Bakery . Further, Billy also gives his insight on taking ownership, strong work ethic, and his approach to healthy eating. Support the show

033 Sales, Visualizing & the Rhino Mindset w/ Ali Zamany 27.05.2019

Ali Zamany shares his story of how he built the single largest door to door sales force earning the title "D2D King." Deciding to venture off on his own, Ali shares what it took to eventually get his companies American Smart Home and Smart Home PRO to 8 figure revenues. In addition, he gives his personal take on sales, visualizing, and the mindset of the "Rhinopreneur." Support...

032 Never Giving Up, Digital Marketing & Social Media w/ Daniel Graham 20.05.2019

Digital/social marketer Daniel Graham shares his story of how he moved from England to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of running his own agency, now known as Mint Marketing Agency. Graham reflects back to how he went from working at MySpace to leading global digital and social strategies with other online digital services for brands including Adidas, Toyota, and Redbull.  Support the show

031 Resetting, Ownership, & Brand Development w/ Brandon Ruddach 29.04.2019

Brandon Ruddach , founder of ID Supply Co. shares his story on how he went from apparel production employee to eventually starting his own brand development and sourcing agency. Furthermore, Brandon shares his insight on being a business owner, building brands, and leadership.  Support the show

026 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - My Birthday Thoughts 18.04.2019

Thank you for all the birthday wishes on my 33rd year of life. Just wanted to share some thoughts in light of another blessed year. Support the show

029 Self-Confidence, Natural Beauty, & Taking Action w/ Iris Cherng 16.04.2019

Iris Cherng (with Calvin Hang BTS) share their story of what once started as creating lotions and creams for their own skin conditions like psoriasis in their home kitchen, to the birth of their company Honey Belle . Now operating a 7 figure business of natural and organic skin care products in over 1000+ locations, the power couple discuss building self-confidence, taking action, and their missio...

027 Moving Forward, Hope, & Snowboarding w/ Brett Botelho 08.04.2019

Brett Botelho , author, speaker, and aspiring U.S. Paralympic snowboarder joins THE PARABLES in our most powerful episode to date. Diagnosed at the age of 7 with CIDP (chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy), Brett shares how he battled the disease both physically and mentally everyday, surviving multiple surgeries and eventually electing to amputate his left leg. Always looking ahead d...

025 Learning Along The Way, Fitness, & Entrepreneurship w/ Randall Pich 31.03.2019

Entrepreneur Randall Pich shares how he utilized the skills & knowledge that he gained throughout high school/college to eventually building what is now the massively successful LIVE FIT Apparel . Moreover, Randall shares his insight on starting an apparel brand, building a team, and what he has learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey.  Support the show

024 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - Barber 21.03.2019

Want to share with you guys a conversation I just had with my barber after getting a haircut. I literally made my way to the studio right after my haircut with hair all over me still because I wanted to pass on the discussion we had on "baby steps" towards your goals and how it eventually all comes together. Sometimes we are so focused on timing and become frustrated because we want ever...

023 Making Changes, Perception, & Loving Yourself w/ Annah Rose 18.03.2019

On this episode of THE PARABLES we have life coach and brand strategist Annah Rose . Relocating from New York to Los Angeles while still working as a digital marketer, Annah Rose shares how personal development changed her life and now helps women across the world enrich their lives. Moreover, we discuss the process of making changes, perception, and her take on "loving yourself." Suppor...

022 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - Podcast Guests 13.03.2019

Thank you for tuning in to another edition of THE PARABLES: Collective Thursdays. On this episode, I share some insight on what I look for in potential podcast guests, reinforcing the mission and agenda behind THE PARABLES. In addition, I identify some of the things I have learned from all the legends who have been on the podcast, sharing some of their "secrets" to their success.  Suppor...

021 Being Homeless, Real Estate, & Self Made w/ Miguel Aguilar 04.03.2019

Broken home. Drugs. Homeless in high school. Bankruptcy. Now CEO/founder of Self Made Training Facility , a personal training gym franchise with over 25 locations, Miguel Aguilar shares how he took upon every opportunity to overcome adversity and how he built his Self Made empire. Support the show

020 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - You Are Responsible 28.02.2019

How many of you know of someone who just spreads negative energy? As soon they get in contact with other people they make it known to the world that they are miserable, unhappy, basically infecting or poisoning the people around them and their environment with malignant energy. If this is you and let's be honest it can be all of us sometimes because our emotions get the best of us, then I hav...

019 Self Image, Taking Action, & Apparel w/ Dean Tanglao 25.02.2019

Dean Tanglao is a fitness enthusiast, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and founder/CEO of Kinda Fit Kinda Fat Apparel . After receiving his degree and moving to Orange County, Dean shares how he struggled with self image during his fitness journey, eventually leading him to create Kinda Fit Kinda Fat Apparel, a community driven brand aimed to disrupt the fitness industry with a different perspective of...

018 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - Liberate Yourself 20.02.2019

LIBERATE YOURSELF. What does that mean exactly? Well what I mean is do not let society's thoughts, comments, statements, criticism, and overall negative energy dictate how you should live your life or the things you are trying to do. On this episode I share how I struggled with this for a long time and what I did to help me get better at not letting the outside world hold me back from moving...

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