THE RAAD LIFE by Raad Ghantous

What happens when success, failure, identity, and purpose collide? In this thought-provoking episode of The RAAD Life Show, host Rad sits down with entrepreneur, author, speaker, and self-described troublemaker Sterling Hawkins for a deep conversation about reinvention, personal growth, and what it really means to live authentically. Sterling shares his journey from growing up in a fifth-generatio...

From Grammy nominations and Netflix success to launching one of the most intentional luxury mezcal brands in the market — Rosa and Marco share the extraordinary story behind One of Us Mezcal on this episode of The RAAD Life Show. Hosted by Shannon Ratcliffe, this heartfelt conversation dives deep into love, resilience, entrepreneurship, and the power of building something meaningful together. Orig...

What if the most addictive sport in the world isn’t tennis or pickleball… but something you’ve barely heard of? In this episode of The RAAD Life Show, we step خارج the studio and onto a padel court in Southern California with Amir Palmén, founder of Padel California. From its global roots to why it’s exploding in the U.S., Amir breaks down everything you need to know about padel — and why once you...

What happens when a simple idea becomes a global movement rooted in joy, family, legacy, and human connection? In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of The RAAD Life, Rad sits down with entrepreneur, inventor, author, and longtime friend Joe Burke — creator of the award-winning OllyBall, the revolutionary indoor play ball that has sold nearly 3 million units worldwide. But this conversatio...

In this episode of The Raad Life, host Raad Ghantous sits down with longtime collaborator and creative force Shannon Ratcliffe for a deeply personal and unfiltered conversation about identity, reinvention, and what it truly means to live with freedom. This isn’t just a conversation about design, media, or career pivots — it’s about something deeper. After decades in the design and editorial world,...

In this episode of The Raad Life, host Raad Ghantous sits down with Derek Gehl, CEO of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), to explore midlife reinvention, identity after success, and how to design a meaningful next chapter of life. Many of us reach midlife having checked all the boxes — career, relationships, success, and hustle — yet still feel restless, disconnected, or quietly asking: Is this it? What...

Shepherd Mafundikwa, founder of Mosi Oa Tunya Cigars, joins The Raad Life Podcast to discuss building Zimbabwe’s first premium cigar house. From leaving corporate life in the U.S. to returning home in Harare, Shepherd shares his bold vision of turning Zimbabwe’s world-class tobacco into artisanal cigars. Host Raad Ghantous explores the entrepreneurial mindset, challenges of starting a business wit...

In this episode of The Raad Life Podcast, host Raad Ghantous sits down in Victoria Falls with Blessing Munyenyiwa, Managing Director of Love for Africa. From his early days as a safari guide to leading hospitality ventures across Zimbabwe, Blessing shares an inspiring journey of resilience, entrepreneurship, and giving back. He reflects on working with Disney, the lessons from Make-A-Wish, and how...

James Baker, co-founder and chief pilot of Rogue Aviation, joins The Raad Life Podcast to talk about pursuing passion, embracing freedom, and reinventing life at midlife. From working in luxury retail to finding his calling in aviation, James shares how a single radio ad changed his entire path. In this episode, host Raad Ghantous explores themes of uncertainty, curiosity, and the pursuit of purpo...

Veteran promoter Scott Tucker joins The Raad Life Podcast to dive deep into the power of music, memory, and reinvention. In this episode, we explore why 80s music continues to resonate across generations—from Gen X nostalgia to Gen Z rediscovery—and how it has transformed from concert stages to cultural touchstones. Scott shares his journey in the music industry, from his early days as a DJ and pr...

Join Greg Scheinman, founder of the Midlife Male platform, performance coach, and podcast host, in this inspiring episode of The Raad Life Show. Greg shares his journey of transformation at 47, when he realized that success defined by salary, title, and material achievements was leaving him unfulfilled. Instead of “reinventing,” Greg describes how he “released” himself into a more authentic way of...

In this powerful episode of The Raad Life, host Raad Ghantous sits down with Stephen M. R. Covey, renowned author of the bestselling books The Speed of Trust, Smart Trust, and Trust & Inspire. Stephen unpacks how trust isn’t just a soft skill—it’s the new currency of leadership and performance. We explore how cultivating high-trust environments leads to faster execution, stronger relationships...

Join Jerry Colonna, acclaimed coach and author of Reboot and Reunion, as he explores radical self-inquiry, growing up as leaders, and cultivating belonging in midlife. In this episode of The Raad Life Show, Jerry sits down with Rod to share powerful insights on what it really means to “grow up” — not just in age, but in how we lead, love, and live with integrity. From his early experiences in Broo...