The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas

You're changing. You're growing. You're stepping into who you were always meant to be. And the people closest to you don't recognize you anymore. They look at you funny. They treat you different. They make you feel like you're doing something wrong. But here's the truth: if they don't recognize the new you, you're doing it right.In Episode 544, the crew dives into one of the most uncomfortable truths about transformation. The people who knew you before your change are often the ones who resist it the most. Not because they don't love you. But because your growth exposes where they're still stuck. And instead of celebrating your elevation, they start acting awkward, distant, or downright hostile. ET breaks down the Harriet Tubman principle: she didn't carry a gun for her enemies. She carried it for the people she was trying to free. Because the ones closest to you are the ones most likely to snitch, sabotage, or talk you out of your destiny.Jemal opens up about how people who saw him build from the ground up didn't treat him differently until the world validated what he was doing. CJ shares how his wife is now experiencing what it's like to step into the light and have people who were once close suddenly act funny. Karl brings the perspective on why you can't stay around people who aren't building. And ET delivers the hard truth: you are supposed to change. People are not supposed to recognize you. That's not the problem. That's the proof.This episode will challenge everything you think about loyalty, relationships, and what it really means to transform. Because the higher you go, the more you expose where others are stuck. And if you're waiting for the people from your past to celebrate the person you're becoming, you'll be waiting forever. Stop dimming your light to make others comfortable. The new you is not for everyone. And that's exactly the point.CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPSChapters00:00:00 Opening: Vision Beyond the Demolition - Seeing What Others Can't00:01:27 Welcome and Team Introductions00:03:20 Fair or Foul: The Airplane Seat Swap Dilemma00:08:15 The Tip Jar Philosophy: Making Sure They See You Bless Them00:10:17 Harriet Tubman's Gun: Why She Carried It for Her Friends, Not Her Enemies00:12:47 They Won't Recognize You Anymore: When Transformation Makes You Unfamiliar00:14:40 The Proximity Problem: When Your Light Exposes Where Others Are At00:17:20 The Prophet Is Not Recognized in His Hometown: Jesus, ET, and the Title World00:21:30 The Four Stages People Go Through When You Change00:26:48 Romans 12:2 - Be Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind00:42:21 T

Most people stay stuck for years on something that could be done in weeks. This week the crew breaks down the story of one man who rebuilt what a whole city left broken for 140 years, and finished it in 52 days. The difference was ownership and urgency, not money or talent.JOIN US LIVE ON PATREONNew audio every Tuesday, video every Wednesday, plus live recordings with the S2S fam. This is where the real conversations keep going.https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120PRE-ORDER "WE IS GREATER THAN ME"The debut book from Eric Thomas and CJ Quinney.https://www.amazon.com/We-Greater-Than-Me-Highest-ebook/dp/B0GPGXXD5DENJOYING THE SHOW?If this episode hit you, take ten seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. It helps more people find us.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-to-success/id123456789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GrMsi1Cxj3nipnI9HR1QX?si=f057018bcba44c15CHAPTERSChapters00:00:00 Opening: 140 Years vs 52 Days - The Wall That Changed Everything00:02:33 Welcome and Team Introductions: Fresh Off the Plane Energy00:05:01 Next Level Speakers Conference Announcement: Your 52-Day Moment00:11:33 Fair or Foul: The Elderly Server Dilemma00:14:54 The Tipping Epidemic: From Drive-Throughs to 35 Percent Suggestions00:09:14 The Knicks Talk and Sports Banter: When Franchises Finally Break Through00:20:49 The Sermon Breakdown: Self-Accountability and the 52-Day Principle00:26:21 The Math That Will Blow Your Mind: 983 Opportunities Wasted00:28:41 ET's Bathroom Story: When Vision Meets Self-Accountability00:28:25 The Broken Comb Philosophy: Why DeDeThrows Things Away Immediately00:38:03 Vision, Urgency, and Miracle Territory: The Three Keys to 52 Days00:40:27 The Michael Jackson Warning: If You Don't Move, God Gives It to Prince00:44:19 Rachel's Transformation: From Basement to 1.3 Million in Softball00:45:47 The Hot Seat Moment: How 5,

She said no. You got down on one knee, opened the box, asked the question, and she said no. Not "I need time." Not "maybe later." She said no. So now what?In Episode 542, the crew tackles one of the most vulnerable questions a man can face: what do you do when your feelings are telling you one thing, but the data is telling you something completely different? A brother writes in after proposing to his girlfriend of several years, only to hear her say she's not ready. He's confused, hurt, and stuck between staying or walking away. ET, Karl, CJ, and Jemal break down why feelings will lie to you every single time, and why the data never does.ET gets raw about the moment Dede told him she didn't feel safe, not physically, but emotionally and mentally. How his ego wanted to defend what he'd built, but the data told him something else entirely. He shares how he got off the road for four months, gave her predictability, and watched their marriage transform because he stopped going with his feelings and started going with the facts. Karl brings the "what by when" accountability framework that keeps you honest. Jemal drops the vision about getting in front of your future, how he started his daughters' 529 plans when they were toddlers, and why Yani just graduated from Michigan State debt free.CJ tells the Slim Thug story, the moment he reached out to a Houston legend to help an artist he was mentoring, got ghosted, and realized the most important lesson of his career: stop asking people to do for you what you need to learn how to do yourself. They also break down why Joe Jackson energy isn't just for parenting, it's for every area of life where you're trying to build something real. From book covers to corporate stages to marriage, this episode will challenge you to stop letting your feelings run your life and start letting the data lead.If you've ever been rejected, corrected, or redirected and didn't know what to do next, this conversation is for you. Because your feelings will tell you to quit. The data will tell you to adjust. And the difference between the two is the difference between staying stuck and leveling up.Timestamps:🔒 This Is What Patreon Members Get...Unscripted conversations. Behind the scenes moments. Live Q&As. ET's speech streams. This is the version of S2S where nothing gets cut. If you want in:👉 Join the S2S Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode:👉 https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChann

Most people say they want the truth, but the moment it shows up, they call the messenger a villain. This episode picks up where the Joe Jackson conversation left off and turns the mirror around. The real question isn't whether Joe was too hard on Michael. It's why we keep demonizing every coach, mentor, and visionary with the gift to push us toward what we say we want.DISCLAIMER: Our focus in this episode is not the Jackson family, and we are not endorsing or excusing abuse of any kind. Our focus is what happens when people push us because they see we are capable of more, and get demonized for it. The Jackson story is a starting point, not the subject.The guys dig into why visionaries always get villainized, why our relationship with trauma is broken, and the difference between feedback and validation. Karl shares the "Carlos" moment that changed how he receives criticism. ET tells the Mr. Gene swim instructor story that put this entire philosophy to the test with his own son.If you've ever fired the person trying to save you, this one is for you.In this episode: Why every visionary, from Moses to Joe Jackson, gets demonized during the process Why you can't receive help unless it comes wrapped exactly the way you want it The difference between looking for feedback and looking for validation How ET almost fired the swim instructor who taught his entire family to swim How to narrate your own story without playing the victimCHAPTERS: Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Karl OS - The New Operating System00:01:39 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Michael Jackson Movie Discussion00:03:24 Did Michael Jackson Play the Victim His Whole Life?00:04:15 Joe Jackson: Visionary or Villain?00:23:06 The Gary, Indiana Reality Check00:25:01 Feelings vs. Goals: Why Most People Stay Stuck00:28:35 The Mr. Jean Swimming Lesson Story00:37:12 Stop Looking for Validation, Start Looking for Feedback00:44:20 Karl's Transformation: From Soft to Strategic00:43:17 Next Level Speakers Conference Announcement01:01:02 Kalm Down with Karl: Stop Living Your Life Like a Question01:01:50 Mal's Millionaire Moment: Your Pension is Dead01:04:02 The Secret Project Reveal: What Karl and Mal Are BuildingKALM DOWN WITH KARL: Stop living your life like a question and live like the answer that you are. God saw a problem on the planet and created you as the solution. Stop walking around uncertain. You are the answer.MAL'S MILLIONAIRE MOMENT: One pension i

Your soft coaching is killing their future. And you think you're being kind.In Episode 540, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal pull up to the table after watching the Michael Jackson movie and what follows is one of the most honest, uncomfortable, and necessary conversations this crew has ever had. About Joe Jackson. About tough love. About why we've been Catherine-ing people when we should have been Joe Jackson-ing them. And why the people closest to greatness are usually the ones being held back by feelings, comfort, and lies we call love.CJ gets cavity searched while ET watches in the distance…Then the crew dives into the Michael Jackson movie and what most people missed. Joe Jackson got them out of Gary, Indiana. From the steel mill to the charts. Six kids. Multiple number ones. And we've been dogging him out for decades without asking the hard question: would there even be a Michael Jackson without Joe Jackson?ET breaks down why he's been doing it wrong as a leader. Why caring about people's feelings has actually been holding them back. Why his mom kicked him out at 16 and it was the greatest gift she ever gave him. This episode will make you rethink every soft conversation you've had. Every time you coddled someone instead of challenging them. Every time you let someone stay comfortable when you knew they were capable of more. Because real love isn't making people feel good. Real love is helping them become who God called them to be.Timestamps:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: The Airport Security Story - When ET Left CJ Behind00:01:25 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Pastor's License00:02:25 Fair or Foul: ET Goes Through Security While CJ Gets Searched00:10:58 The Michael Jackson Movie: We Owe Joe Jackson an Apology00:12:28 From Gary Indiana to Greatness: Joe Jackson's Vision00:18:00 The Catherine vs Joe Jackson Debate: Love or Lies?00:21:34 Stop Catherine-ing People: Why Feelings Are Holding You Back00:19:37 The Candy Seller Revelation: When Compassion Becomes a Lie00:25:25 Real Leadership Requires Losing People: The Mom Story00:34:00 Joe Jackson Them: Holding People Accountable to Their Genius00:40:12 The Real Estate Lesson: When Mom Made ET Buy the Right House00:29:16 The Jalen and Jada Story: Taking Ownership of Your Part00:37:45 I Don't Have Any More Care Left: The Superpower of Not Caring00:28:30 The Trauma of Being Broke vs The Trauma of Success00:44:52 Next Level Speakers Conference A

Most people spend their whole lives chasing a version of success that looks right on paper and still leaves them empty. That is the conversation at the center of Episode 539, and it is one of the most honest hours this table has produced.Candis Quinney is back and she brings the moment that started everything. She was in her closet, stressed, overwhelmed, burnt out, with everything she had worked hard for, and still broke down. The house was there. The marriage was there. The kids were there. The pool was there. And none of it was enough. That moment did not break her. It built a movement. Candis is done watching women settle for a version of life that looks good from the outside and feels hollow on the inside, and she is calling everyone to a higher standard.ET picks up where Episode 538 left off, going deeper into what it actually felt like to release the need for control and what changed in his life and his marriage when he finally did. He also brings one of the most tender moments in recent S2S history, talking about going back to heal his mother and realizing she went through everything he blamed her for carrying.Karl's Kalm Down segment delivers one of the most practical frameworks this show has produced. Access and alignment are not the same thing. Just because something good comes to you does not mean it is yours. Make your decisions on alignment, not access.With Jemal away, CJ steps in with a sanctified session and does not hold back. God wants more for you than you want for yourself. Everything you do not have is because you are still operating below the level God designed for you. Stop shrinking.The episode also includes the announcement of ET and CJ's debut book "We Is Greater Than Me," now available for preorder on Amazon, and ET pulls out his GED on camera for the first time, earned February 9th, 1989, out of Lansing, Michigan. The certificate that started everything.If you are a woman who has ever smiled through something that was breaking you, Candis is building something for you. If you have ever felt like your life looks right but something is still off, this table sees you.In this Episode:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Access Is Not the Same as Alignment00:00:57 The Shift: Letting Go of Control and Trusting God's Plan00:05:22 Breaking Generational Cycles: Understanding Your Parents' Pain00:07:54 The Yoke Up Revelation: What It Really Means to Partner with Christ00:12:33 Your Best Self Is for Hard Times, Not Good Times00:10:27 Letting Go of Titles and Traditions That Kill Us00:28:07 The Jada Story: When DD's Leadership Changed Everything<stro

Most people who feel stuck, angry, or burned out are not dealing with what they think they are dealing with. That is the throughline of Episode 538, a conversation that starts with the aftermath of the 1% Conference in Chicago and goes somewhere much deeper.CJ's wife Candis Quinney walks in fresh off one of the most powerful 1% Conferences the S2S family has ever put together, and her presence immediately changes the energy in the room. Candis is not here as a plus one. She is building something, a movement for women who are done performing, done pretending, and done settling for a version of life that looks good on the outside and feels hollow on the inside. Her story, including a moment of sitting in a closet with everything she was supposed to want and still breaking down, is the kind of honesty that most people spend their whole lives avoiding. It is also exactly why we named this episode what we named it.Before the episode even gets rolling, Karl opens with a reframe that sets the tone for everything that follows: God does not always allow the pain. Sometimes it is just our decisions. What is remarkable is that He works through it anyway.ET's conference debrief becomes one of the most honest moments in recent S2S memory. He traces his lifelong anger back to its real source, being uprooted from Chicago as a kid, losing his cousin-brothers, resenting a stepfather he never asked for, and spending decades needing to control everything because nobody was ever in control for him. The breakthrough comes when he finally connects the dots and realizes the plan he spent years fighting against was actually the plan that made him who he is.The episode also goes deep on DeDe's gift, her ability to see what no one else sees, illustrated through the story of Donovan, a child in their church navigating an impossible situation while his younger brother fights kidney failure. It is a quiet masterclass in what it looks like to show up for people with your actual gifts, not just your checkbook.If you are a woman who has ever smiled through something that was breaking you, this one is going to meet you exactly where you are. And if you have ever chased a life that looked right on paper and still felt empty behind closed doors, pull up a chair. This conversation was made for you.In this episode:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: God's Plan Despite Our Decisions00:00:55 Welcome and Team Introductions: Post-1% Conference Reflections00:02:49 Conference Takeaways: Building Your Own Table With People You Trust00:04:18 Behind the Scenes: The Real Work of Live Events That Nobody Sees00:16:02 The Commonality of Humanity: We All Want th

This episode was never meant for the public. It was recorded exclusively for our Patreon community — the people who are already in the inner circle. But we're pulling the curtain back and letting you see what S2S really looks like when the pressure is off, the cameras are still rolling, and nobody is performing for anybody.This is the crew unfiltered. No script. No agenda. Just ET, Karl, CJ, and Jemal being exactly who they are.From 80s hip-hop debates to the first game they ever ran, to ET getting real about why he stopped giving his expertise away for free — this episode has everything the highlight reel never shows you. And then Pops pulls up and drops the origin story of how ET and CJ found each other — the moment that started all of this.If you've ever wondered what S2S looks like behind closed doors — this is it.In This Episode:The 80s hip-hop playlist that shaped who they became — LL Cool J, Eric B & Rakim, Babyface and moreThe first piece of game they ever ran (ET's Babyface line on Dede is legendary)Why ET stopped giving his time and expertise away for free — and why you should tooThe "selfish vs. self-focused" conversation that will change how you think about your time and moneyA special visit from the Cooking with the Cooks familyPops pulls up and tells the untold origin story of how ET and CJ connectedTimestamps:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: The Public Was Never Supposed to See This00:03:39 Throwback Music Session: LL Cool J and the Golden Era of Hip-Hop00:09:58 Baby Face and Early Game: The First Piece of Wisdom00:15:00 The Football Team Get Naked Story: When Confidence Was King00:17:18 The Michael Jordan Clip: Being Selfish Is How You Win00:18:05 The Shift: How ET Stopped Giving Everything Away for Free00:22:02 The Mastermind Testimony: When People Pay, They Apply00:24:16 Valuing Your Time and Expertise: The CJ Partnership Model00:32:59 The ETA Records Story: Giving What's Earned, Not What's Expected00:37:35 Pops Enters the Building: The Man Who Started It All00:41:04 The Origin Story: From Prison Visit to Twenty Years of Partnership00:43:43 Closing: Behind the Scenes Access and W

Somebody talked you out of your dream before it ever had a chance. Maybe it was a parent. Maybe a friend. Maybe someone you trusted. And the worst part? They didn't even know they were doing it.CJ takes his son Trey to a skateboard store and watches a 6-year-old fall twice in front of a crowd, get back up, and look at his dad like it was nothing — because CJ realized he was about to pass his own fear to his son. Fear of something he'd never even tried.ET traces his version, leaving comfort in Huntsville to chase something bigger when everyone said he already had enough. Jemal gives a raw testimony — real estate, the daycare, the businesses — every significant venture required blind, childlike faith. The one that didn't? Becoming a police officer. His whole family was already there. Everything else? Trust God with nothing upfront. And Karl brings the financial lens: your side hustle doesn't just need to make money. It needs to make sense.This one will make you think about who you've been taking advice from. And whether they've ever actually been on the skateboard.📌 TIMESTAMPS Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Karl's Multi-Million Dollar Real Estate Deal and the Five Pillars00:01:44 Welcome and Team Introductions: One Week Until the Chicago Conference00:05:47 The Skateboard Story: How Trey's Childlike Faith Teaches Us to Get Back Up00:08:45 Most People Were Talked Out of Their Dream Before It Started00:12:33 Who Is Your Skateboard Instructor? The Importance of the Right Mentors00:35:59 Unless You Become Like Little Children: The Scripture That Changes Everything00:40:15 Show Up to the Conference as a Child, Not as an Adult00:44:03 ET's Stone Mountain Story: Choosing to Be a Shepherd, Not a Competitor00:51:15 For I Know the Plans I Have for You: God's Spiritual 529 Plan00:56:45 Why This Conference Is Different: Three-Exing for God's Work01:02:33 Jamal's Testimony: From Audience Member to Keynote Speaker at His Own High School01:07:17 Make Your Side Hustle Make Sense: The Million Dollar Uber Ride01:09:24 Closing Prayer: Lazarus, Come Forth—Breaking Free from the Weeds🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS → The person who talked you out of your dream probably never tried it themselves → A child sees what's possible. An adult only sees what's impossible → You're not afraid of the risk, you're afraid of what people will think when you fall → Show up as a student, not a teacher → Your side hustle shouldn't

What if everything you've built so far — your career, your income, your wins — happened without you even really trying?That's exactly what Jemal King discovered in 2006. Four daycare centers. Real estate. A millionaire — completely by mistake. And the question that hit him harder than the money itself: if I could become a millionaire by mistake, what could I become on purpose?Jemal breaks down his full story — from building without a coach to discovering the value of community, to realizing most people quit the moment they start seeing results. ET closes with his challenge: stay 365 days. Then three years. Then five. Because the levels you haven't seen yet only unlock after the time is paid.Karl brings Kalm Down with Karl and Mal drops the Millionaire Moment — the rebar that holds everything together, and why your degrees and hustle aren't working without it.Most people have no idea what they're actually capable of. This episode is the proof. It's not about talent or luck. It's about going on purpose.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🔥 IN THIS EPISODE━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━- Jemal's millionaire by mistake story — daycare centers, real estate, and the moment everything clicked- Why most people quit right when they start seeing results- Grinding alone vs. grinding with the right community- Kalm Down with Karl — Do you see what I see?- Mal's Millionaire Moment — you've been building without the rebar━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━📍 CHAPTERS━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Character Chasing Over Clout Chasing00:01:45 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Real Cost of Proximity00:02:45 Most People Don't Want the Smoke: The Accountability Circle00:04:44 The Five Pillars Aren't Easy: Why Character Beats Entertainment00:06:13 Twenty Years Together: The Power of Longevity and Consistency00:08:01 Managing Power: When You Were Little in Your Own Sight00:14:29 The Tobe Story: When Accountability Feels Like Warfare00:17:09 Tom Izzo and the Transfer Portal: Why Most Coaches Are Scared00:17:54 The Responsibility of the Circle: Carrying Each Other's Names00:20:00 Conference Reveal: Why This One Is Intentionally Different00:26:06 The Jemal Story: From Millionaire by Mistake to Millionaire on Purpose00:24:58 The Value of Information: Would You Come for a Thousand Dollars?00:32:41 Community Over Solo Grind: The Dubai Yacht Energy00:35:48 I Don't Go to Red Carpets: ET's Intentional Isolation00:37:49 Character C

You can see exactly what you want. You probably always could. So what's actually stopping you?This episode opens with a story CJ wasn't sure he should tell. A 4-hour TSA line. Atlanta airport in complete chaos. And a woman with no badge, no uniform — just the nerve to say: get out of that line. What followed wasn't just a funny airport story. It cracked open one of the most honest conversations this crew has had about why people stay far from the rooms that could actually change them. Not because they don't have access. But because they know exactly what comes with it. The crew gets real about the price of true accountability — what it costs to be in this circle, what it felt like when ET was going in on CJ, and why that fire is exactly what separates the ones who last from the ones who fall off. ET closes Part 1 with a warning from the life of King Saul — when you forget where you came from, the power you worked so hard to get becomes the very thing that destroys you. You can see exactly what you want. The question this episode answers is why you still don't have it. Part 2 drops next week — Jemal reveals how he accidentally became a millionaire, Karl brings Kalm Down with Karl, and Ma drops the rebar moment.If you can see it but you still don't have it — this episode is your answer.🔥 IN THIS EPISODE- CJ's wild TSA story — and the stranger with no badge who changed everything- Why the people closest to greatness are usually the first ones to walk away from it- "You want the perks, not the accountability" — the hard truth about circles- Character chasing vs. cloud chasing — ET's 20 year philosophy- The Saul Warning — what the Bible says about power outgrowing character- Why the next level won't unlock no matter how hard you work- ET's surgical analogy — why God has to separate you fromeveryone you love first📍 CHAPTERSChapters00:00:00 Opening: Become the Savage Before You Attract the Savage00:01:30 Welcome and Team Introductions: The TSA Miracle Story00:11:17 Ask ET: The Wandering Eye Dilemma00:20:12 The Chicago Conference Reveal: Why We're Separating Men and Women00:24:49 The Becoming Principle: Why Maul Is Sitting at This Table00:36:09 Personal Development Is the Price of Admission00:39:37 Don't Be a Two, Be a One-in-Waiting: The CJ Partnership Model00:41:57 The Homework Assignment: Go Back and Watch the Growth00:49:48 The Surgery Analogy: Why God Separates You Sometimes00:52:44 The Hard Truth: Proximity Without Accountability Means Nothing🎟️ THE 1% CONFERENCE - CHICAGO | APRIL 16-18, 2026Don't just atte

You’re not losing because you lack talent.You’re losing because you’re focused on the wrong thing.Most people obsess over results — the money, the body, the relationship, the success.But winners don’t worship outcomes.They build systems.In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, we break down why focusing on the result keeps you stuck — and how shifting to solution thinking changes everything.If you’ve been:• Starting strong but falling off• Setting goals but not seeing progress• Working hard but not moving forward• Believing… but still stuck at the 6-yard lineThis conversation is for you.We dive into:• The difference between victim thinking and architect thinking• Why belief determines your level of commitment• How focusing on solutions restores power over your life• Why consistency without the right system is rehearsed failure• The mental shift that separates dreamers from disciplined winnersYou don’t rise to your goals.You rise to your systems.If you’re tired of chasing results and ready to start designing them, this episode will shift your focus.Chapters:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Evict the Thoughts That Aren't Paying Rent00:01:27 Welcome and Team Introductions: Five Pillars Fitness Challenge00:07:00 Fair or Foul: The Airplane Snoring Incident00:20:52 The Conference Difference: Solutions Over Information00:25:20 The Three Types of People: Which One Are You?00:24:41 From Victim to Architect: The Power of Solutions00:33:32 The Intentionality Factor: Accidentally Broke vs Intentionally Wealthy00:37:49 The Middle Part: Why Commitment Is Everything00:39:49 Chemistry Class: The Solution Formula00:41:24 Focused on the Answer Instead of the Solution: The Math Lesson00:52:22 Belief Comes Before Action: Do You Really Believe?01:01:55 Leverage: Knowing Who You Are Opens Every Door01:04:49 The 1% Conference: Invest in Yourself🎟️ TAKE ACTION🚨 Get your ticket to the 1% Conference:👉 https://etonepercent.comJoin us live and learn how to build the systems that produce lasting results.🔥 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes access:👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="link" href="https://www.patreo

Your gift already opened the door. The question is: did you get lazy and let it close?In this episode, ET ( The Hip Hop Preacher), and the guys break down the truth about God-given gifts and why most people never reach their potential. They reveal:✅ How to identify YOUR specific superpower (it's not what you think)✅ Why people get complacent once their gift produces results✅ The difference between using your gift for yourself vs. God's purpose✅ How Karl discovered his gift of SUPPORT✅ Why Mal's gift of VISION has made him successful in real estate and every other area of his life✅ The "Get a Backbone" morning routine that sets up your day for successKEY MOMENTS:- E reveals his superpower: calling people back within 24 hours and showing love- Karl explains why he finally embraced being a "supporter" - Mal shares how VISION allows him to see 20-100 years into the future- The fig tree parable: Why God curses gifts that don't produce fruit- Why trying to use someone else's gift will never work for you- The Meridian Mall story: How one vendor outlasted Dick's, Barnes & Noble, and SbarroBOTTOM LINE: Your gift will make room for you, but only if you keep using it. Stop comparing. Stop getting lazy. Stop trying to be someone else. This is YOUR year to go all in on what God gave YOU.KALM DOWN WITH KARL - "Get a Backbone": Karl breaks down how to build your life on non-negotiables. Your backbone isn't rigid—it's the structure that supports everything. He shares his morning routine: personal worship, family worship, hydration, and workout. When your backbone is together, you don't slump halfway through the day.Mal's Millionaire Moment: Stop letting your money sleep! If you're still using a basic savings account earning 0.001% interest, you're getting bamboozled. Mal breaks down high-yield savings accounts paying 3.5-4.9% that you can set up TODAY.🔴 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOZGbbU9wctEV8z6-0SL7FQ?sub_confirmation=1💎 JOIN THE S2S PATREON COMMUNITYGet behind-the-scenes access, live recordings, Q&A sessions, random pop-up dialogues, and exclusive content with ET, Karl, CJ, and Jemal. Plus access to Eric's speeches as we go live.👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120🎟️ THE 1% CONFERENCE - CHICAGO | APRIL 16-18, 2026Don't just attend. Ascend. Eric Thomas & world-class speakers including Jameis Winston, Inky Johnson, Wallstreet Trapper, Earn Your Leisure, and more. 3 days. 12,000 people. Total transformation.- Day 1: Women's Day- Day 2: Men's Day- Day 3: VIP Family DayTickets on sale now: <a class="li

What do you REALLY want? Not what society tells you to want. Not what you think you should want.What does YOUR heart actually desire?In this raw conversation, Eric Thomas, CJ Quinney, Karl Phillips and Jemal King get real about goals, dreams, and the difference between chasing material things vs. living with purpose. ET shares a powerful parenting moment that changed how he sees his son, Jamal breaks down why your next promotion might be in your next property, and the crew discusses why the "unseen" matters more than what you can see.Plus: The story behind Jamal's viral house tour (millions of views), why ET doesn't want what you think he wants, and a challenge that'll make you rethink everything you're chasing.🔴 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOZGbbU9wctEV8z6-0SL7FQ?sub_confirmation=1💎 JOIN THE S2S PATREON COMMUNITYGet behind-the-scenes access, live recordings, Q&A sessions, random pop-up dialogues, and exclusive content with ET, Karl, CJ, and Jemal. Plus access to Eric's speeches as we go live.👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120🎟️ THE 1% CONFERENCE - CHICAGO | APRIL 16-18, 2026Don't just attend. Ascend. Eric Thomas & world-class speakers including Jameis Winston, Inky Johnson, Wallstreet Trapper, Earn Your Leisure, and more. 3 days. 12,000 people. Total transformation.- Day 1: Women's Day- Day 2: Men's Day- Day 3: VIP Family DayTickets on sale now: https://etonepercent.com📱 FOLLOW S2S ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/s2spodcast🎧 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-to-success/id123456789⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: What Do You REALLY Want?00:01:14 Welcome and Team Introductions: The House That God Built00:04:50 The Viral House Tour: Why Mal Finally Decided to Show the World00:08:20 What's Your Next Big Goal? 00:11:38 Mal's Vision: A House in Another Country and Stretching Belief00:23:00 The Rolls-Royce Story: How ET Honors His Wife and Sets an Example00:25:20 Stop Parenting From Wha

Being close isn't the same as being there — and ET knows exactly what that feels like. In this episode, CJ and ET get raw about the "almost zone": why being talented, dedicated, and almost at the top might actually be harder than starting from zero. ET shares the real story of having the greatest motivational speech in the world and still not being able to get booked — and what finally changed everything.They break down why getting to the top and staying at the top are two completely different skill sets, the whispers of self-doubt that are quietly killing people's dreams, and why proximity to the right people matters more than talent ever will.🔑 IN THIS EPISODE:Why the "almost zone" is more frustrating than starting from nothingThe formula ET used to go from unknown to #1 motivational speaker in the worldGetting to the top vs. staying at the top — why most people fail at bothThe whispers of self-doubt nobody talks about (and how to silence them)Why you can't build your dream with imaginary people — use your familyThe 1% Event: April 16–18 in Chicago | etonepercent.comChapters00:00:00 Opening: There's a Formula to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be00:00:57 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Varsity Game Is Back00:01:56 The Crown Jewel: Doing It Together for 20 Years00:05:07 Why ET Came Back Outside: The 10% Who Are Almost There00:07:02 The Almost Zone: Why the Red Zone Is Harder Than Being Homeless00:10:40 It's Not More Talent, It's Proximity: The New York Times Bestseller Formula00:16:15 Nobody Cares: The Most Important Thing You'll Ever Write Down00:22:32 Becoming Before Attracting: Why You Met ET at the Right Time00:23:48 The 1% Conference Lineup: Wall Street Trapper, Inky Johnson, Earn Your Leisure and More00:32:09 How Wall Street Trapper Walked Through the Valley: From Solitary Confinement to Success00:35:34 Field Goals Get You Beat: The Mental Battle of the Red Zone00:36:42 Rashad and Troy from Earn Your Leisure: How Brothers Stay Together and Win Together00:37:56 Stop Working With Imaginary People: Build With Your

The wrong business partner will cost you everything. Here's how to know who to trust.Most businesses fail not because of a bad idea, bad product, or bad timing. They fail because of bad PARTNERS. People who don't share your values. People who steal. People who see you as a paycheck instead of a partner. People who make "doggy bags" to take home instead of building the table with you.In this raw conversation, Eric Thomas, CJ Quinney, Karl Phillips, and Jemal King break down the brutal truth about business partnerships - what destroys them, - what makes them work, - Why starting small is the only path to building big, - And real proof this approach works (six-figure real estate checks, zero student debt, generational wealth from $50/paycheck).This is Part 2 of our two-part series. If you missed Part 1 (Episode 528), go watch the wife haircut debate now!CHAPTERS:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Be Faithful Over the Small Stuff - That's How God Knows You're Serious00:01:20 Stop Looking for Permission - The CJ Partnership Model00:02:28 Why Most People Want Savages But Won't Become One00:12:00 The 115 Years of Committed Relationships at This Table00:13:38 The Book Reveal: What We're Uniquely Qualified to Talk About00:14:56 Building Your Table With Family vs Strangers - The Dinner Table Analogy00:39:41 The Contract Story: When CJ Put ET First Without Being Asked00:17:46 Leverage: The Tire Iron Principle and Why You Need Different Strengths00:00:27 Stop Focusing on the Big Stuff - The Cam Newton Lesson00:22:41 Warren Buffett at 94: Why Most Wealth Comes After 4000:53:52 Yanni Graduates Debt-Free: How a 529 Plan Paid for Michigan State00:35:53 The pizza story: Why Your People Won't Steal From You00:47:29 The 1% Conference Announcement: April 16-17 in Chicago🔴 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE: 💎 JOIN THE S2S PATREON COMMUNITYGet behind-the-scenes access, live recordings, Q&A sessions, random pop-up dialogues, and exclusive content with ET, Karl, CJ, and Jemal. Plus access to Eric's speeches as we go live.👉 https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120🎟️ THE 1% CONFERENCE - CHICAGO | APRIL 16-18, 2026Don't just attend. Ascend. Eric Thomas & world-class speakers including Jameis Winston, Inky Johnson, Wallstreet Trapper, Earn Your Leisure, and more. 3 days. 12,000 people. Total transformation.- Day 1: Women's Day- Day 2: Men's Day- Day 3: VIP Family DayTickets on sale now: <a class="link" href="https://eto

💇‍♀️ She cut her hair SHORT without warning. He feels blindsided. Who's wrong?When does a "personal decision" stop being personal in a marriage? A husband writes in after 13 years together: his wife cut her hair really short without mentioning it, and when he brought it up, she said it was a personal decision that didn't require his input. Fair or foul?This question sparked the BIGGEST debate we've had in a while - and we didn't just debate it ourselves. We called THE WIVES in live on the podcast. Dede, Camile, Candis, and Tamesha weigh in with perspectives that might surprise you. Plus: Jemal & Camile's Bobby Brown and New Edition concert experience, why "becoming a savage" matters more than wanting one, Karl's six-figure real estate confidence shift, and a powerful conversation about God wanting more for you than you want for yourself.This is Part 1 of 2 - Part 2 (Episode 530) drops the most powerful generational wealth story we've ever shared. You don't want to miss it.🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS: - "Fair for her own personal womanhood, but foul for the marriage" - marriage requires consideration beyond individual rights - After years of marriage, you should know what matters to your spouse - it's not about permission, it's about partnership - In order to attract a savage, you gotta become a savage - stop waiting for someone to blow you up - Iron sharpens iron - your growth elevates everyone around you - God has already blessed you with jobs, relationships, opportunities - you lost them because you didn't become - You can't be done with Michael Jordan - become irreplaceable in every area of your life - The 1% Conference: One day for men, one day for women to build yourselves up, then one day together to build each other upCHAPTERS:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: When Your Circle Is Killing at the Highest Level00:00:59 Welcome and Team Introductions: Dr. King and the Barefoot Bruce Lee00:03:00 The New Edition Concert Experience: Front Row With Your Bride00:08:45 Concert Legends: From Maxwell to Celine Dion and the 3D Hologram00:12:46 Fair or Foul: She Cut Her Hair Without Asking00:14:10 The Men Weigh In: Permission, Communication, or Her Body Her Choice?00:25:23 Calling the Wives: Candis, Camille, DeDe, and Tamesha Sound Off00:35:50 The Marriage Blueprint: Know Your Person and Pick Your Battles00:43:45 Don't Worship Silence: The Difference Between Peace and Avoiding Conflict00:45:00 The One Percent Conference Vision: Men, Women, and Unity00:49:00 The Two-Man Versus the One-in-Waiting: CJ's Platform Philosophy00:51:15 Iron Sharpens Iron: Becoming

Most people don’t fail because they lack effort.They fail because they follow rules and advice that were never designed for their real life.In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the conversation challenges one of the most common traps in personal growth: living by general advice instead of personal strategy.This episode breaks down why:What works for others often fails for youGeneric advice ignores context, timing, and personal tendenciesHigh performers don’t just work hard — they study patternsRules, stats, and analytics are useful… but dangerous when followed blindlyReal growth requires a personal “scouting report” for your life, marriage, money, and leadershipThrough stories from sports, business, relationships, and real life, this episode shows why winners don’t just follow instructions — they observe, adjust, and execute based on their specific situation.If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why — and what to do differently.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Stop Negotiating With Fear00:00:52 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Q1 Focus Energy00:01:28 Back in My Day: From Arcade Games to Roblox00:08:31 Analytics vs The Scouting Report: Why One Size Doesn't Fit All00:09:58 The Dan Campbell Effect: When to Go For It on Fourth Down00:12:38 The Gazelle Mentality: How ET Learned to Observe and Survive00:33:03 Brian Cox and the Film Room: The Cheat Code to Success00:48:11 ET's Two-Home Challenge: Creating Unity in Unique Circumstances00:50:20 The Mother-in-Law Revelation: Understanding What Really Matters00:53:45 Millionaire Moments with Karl: Your Side Hustle Becomes Your Main Hustle00:55:55 Closing: Hit Fear in the Mouth and Do Your Scouting Report👇 Next steps:Subscribe for weekly conversations on mindset, leadership, and performanceShare this episode with someone who keeps following the rules but isn’t getting results

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent.They fail because they can’t sustain excellence.In this powerful episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the conversation goes far deeper than motivation—into parenting, accountability, discipline, and what it actually takes to become the best version of yourself every day, not just when you feel inspired.You’ll hear:A raw voice message from a father breaking generational cyclesWhy most people only visit greatness instead of living thereThe difference between talent and autopilot disciplineHow accountability separates role players from legendsWhy your children should inherit more than memories—they should inherit momentumThis episode isn’t comfortable.But it’s necessary.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: The Walmart Adventure and Living on the Wild Side00:01:54 Welcome and Team Introductions - What ET learned from Ben Johnson00:09:00 The Village is Broken: When You Can't Intervene Anymore00:21:42 Jayda's Breakthrough: When Your Daughter Becomes Your Therapist00:31:00 What Does Your Best Self Actually Look Like?00:39:15 Know Thyself: Being the Best Version of YOU, Not Someone Else00:40:50 The Jayda Thomas Reveal: Hidden Dialogues Podcast Launch00:48:00 The Chris Paul Lesson: Why People Reject Accountability00:53:30 Hall of Fame Mentality: When Your Practice is Harder Than the Game01:05:57 Closing: Kalm Downwith Karl, Millionaire Moments and Building Generational Momentum👇 Take action:👉 Register for the ET One Percent Solution Conference https://etonepercent.com 👉 Subscribe to the Secret to Success Podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Follow S2S on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/s2spodcast 👉 Join the S2S Patreon for exclusive content & live conve

Most people think belief is a feeling.This episode makes a different case.Your beliefs are visible — not in what you say, but in the results you keep producing.In this continuation of last week’s conversation, we break down why people can have information, opportunity, and effort — yet still see the same outcomes year after year. The issue isn’t hustle or knowledge. It’s what you truly believe is possible, allowed, or worth fully committing to.This episode explores how partial belief leads to partial commitment — and how that shows up everywhere: finances, relationships, faith, confidence, leadership, and decision-making.We talk about:Why belief always leaves evidenceHow effort without full belief creates cycles, not progressThe difference between participating and fully stepping inWhy your environment reinforces what you believeHow results quietly reveal where commitment stopsThis isn’t motivation.It’s a mirror.If you’ve been doing the right things but still seeing the same results, this episode may explain why.EPISODE CHAPTERS:Chapters00:00:00 Opening: The Practice Squad Mentality - You Don't Have to Be Perfect00:01:50 Caleb Williams and the Ben Johnson Effect: Learning to See the Field00:02:38 Stop Sleeping With the Enemy: Why Your Circle Is Keeping You Broke00:03:09 It Burns My Heart: The Real Reason We Talk About Money00:04:37 Let It Burn: When Your Credit Score Controls Your Destiny00:07:42 God Said You Should Lend, Not Borrow: The Biblical Case for Wealth00:09:46 Vengeance Is Mine: When People Owe You and God Is Teaching You00:10:51 The Conference Invitation: Why You Need to Be in the Room00:13:43 The Million House Story: How Carl Made It With and Good Credit00:14:47 They Don't Want You in That Neighborhood: The Truth About Real Estate Gatekeeping00:19:02 The Wizard of Oz Revelation: Everything You Need Is Already Inside You00:21:27 Karl's Six-Figure Check Moment: When Belief Became Reality00:23:51 The Dynasty Trust Attorney: When Doors Only Open at Certain Net Worth Levels00:24:24 DeDe Said This Was the Best Christmas: When

Everyone’s talking about the Chicago Bears right now (or at least Jemal thinks so), and while a new coach matters, the real shift runs deeper.This episode breaks down a powerful truth about real turnarounds: the players didn’t change — the perspective did.Same roster.Same city.Same pressure.What changed was how the game was being seen, understood, and approached. And once that shifted, the results followed.Using the Bears as a real-world case study, this conversation explores why so many people stay stuck year after year. Not because they lack ability or effort, but because they keep trying to do more instead of learning to see differently.This isn’t about starting over.It’s about building on what’s already there.🎯 In this episode, you’ll hear about:Why turnarounds don’t require new talent, just clearer perspectiveHow guidance and coaching change what you notice and how you moveThe difference between repeating a year and actually creating a new oneWhat happens when you stop chasing more and start maximizing what you already haveWhether it’s your life, your career, your finances, or your faith — this message applies far beyond football.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Can You See Me Now? The Chicago Bears Energy00:01:26 Welcome and Team Introductions: The Helmet Comes Out00:05:16 Bears Fever: From Last Place to First in the Division00:08:45 The Ben Johnson Effect: Why Coaching Changes Everything00:20:17 New Year or Another Year? The Choice Is Yours00:26:56 Don't Start Over—Keep Building: The Skyscraper Mentality00:32:00 The Coaching Conversation: Carl's Real Estate Transformation Begins00:33:45 From Crisis to Clarity: Carl's COVID Real Estate Story00:36:34 The Equity Revelation: Money in the Bricks00:43:05 The Six-Figure Check: Carl's First Major Real Estate Win00:46:00 Why We Talk About Money: ET's Passionate Defense00:50:04 Stop Listening to Broke People: Reading the Coverage of Wealth00:51:26 Outro and Call to Action👉 Register for the ET One Percent Solution Summit (Chicago)Real perspective. Real tools. Real turnaround conversations.<a class="link" href="https://etonepercent

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent, intelligence, or opportunity.They fail because no one around them tells the truth.In this episode of the Secret to Success, Eric Thomas, CJ, and Karl break down why success becomes dangerous when accountability disappears—and why many people collapse after they start winning.This conversation hits hard:Why discipline alone eventually failsHow “yes-men” quietly sabotage your futureThe role appetite plays in self-destructionWhy unchecked power and money expose characterHow to build a circle that protects your purpose, not your egoThis isn’t about cutting people off out of pride.It’s about protecting your life, your family, and your future.If no one in your life can correct you, challenge you, or stop you when you’re wrong—you’re not free. You’re exposed.🎯 TakeawayYou don’t need more motivation.You need one person who won’t let you lie to yourself.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: The Power of Accountability and Appetite Control00:02:14 Welcome and Team Introductions00:05:42 Building Legacy Through Systems, Not Just Hard Work00:08:52 The Chick-fil-A Lesson: Identity Over Everything00:12:00 Technology Went Too Far: The Amazon Christmas Story00:16:28 The First Directive: Stop Having Sex00:20:34 Why Most Successful Men Crash and Burn00:24:18 Accountability Is Not Discipline - It's Your Circle00:34:23 The Diddy Documentary and Complicit Silence00:45:49 Second-Hand Smoke: Why Your Circle Determines Your Future00:47:38 Praying for Your Tribe and Leaving to Level Up00:52:44 Be, Do, Have: Getting the Order Right00:53:27 Your 9-to-5 Should Fund Your Exit, Not Trap Your Future00:52:01 Closing: Join Us at the 1% Solution Experience00:55:28 Outro and Subscribe🔗 Important Links & CTAs🎟️ The One Percent ExperienceAn immersive 3-day experience for leaders, families, and teams📍 Chicago | April 16–18, 2026👉 https://etonepercent.

This year doesn’t need more motivation.It needs clarity, discipline, and intention.In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, Eric Thomas breaks down 7 rules that actually matter if you want to win this year — not just stay busy, not just feel inspired, but make real progress.These aren’t trends.They’re principles.You’ll learn:Why delusion keeps people stuck longer than failureHow choosing what’s good beats choosing what feels goodWhy boredom is a requirement for masteryHow to become unreplaceable in any environmentThe difference between playing defense and playing offenseWhy responsibility beats loyaltyHow to decide the meaning of whatever this year bringsNo hype.No shortcuts.Just truth you can build on.Happy New Year. Let’s work.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: This Is What They're Not Telling You00:00:52 Rule 1: Get Out of Delusion and Into Reality00:08:05 Rule 2: Choose What's Good, Not What Feels Good00:16:05 Rule 3: Boredom Builds Champions00:24:45 Rule 4: Become Unreplaceable Through Diversification00:30:44 Rule 5: Stop Playing Defense and Learn to Play Offense00:39:32 Rule 6: Responsibility Beats Loyalty00:48:06 Rule 7: Do Dark Different00:54:01 Closing: Decisions Define You, Not the New Year00:55:07 Outro and Call to ActionIf this episode challenged you,make sure you subscribe and share it with someone who needs clarity this year.👉 Subscribe to S2S:https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1👉 Join the S2S Patreon for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes access:https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

As 2025 comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to look back.This episode is a collection of some of our favorite moments from the Secret to Success Podcast this year — real conversations, honest questions, unexpected laughs, and truth-filled discussions that stayed with us long after the microphones were off.From relationships and communication…to mindset, reality, and self-awareness…these clips capture the heart of what S2S has always been about: growth through real talk.Whether a moment makes you laugh, reflect, or pause for a second longer than expected, our hope is that it reminds you how powerful honest conversations can be.Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of the journey with us in 2025.We’re grateful for you — and excited for what’s ahead.

“Be honest — what’s something you’ve been consistent at… but haven’t seen results from yet?”You can do the right things and still be headed in the wrong direction.In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the conversation goes straight at a frustration many disciplined people quietly carry:“I followed the rules. I showed up. I stayed consistent… so why isn’t it working?”This isn’t a motivational episode. It’s an examination.The team breaks down why effort alone doesn’t produce growth, how consistency without measurement becomes rehearsed failure, and why isolation — not laziness — is often the real reason progress stalls.You’ll hear why pain is often proof of progress, why feedback is essential (even when it hurts), and how following the wrong formula can keep smart, hardworking people stuck for years.If you’ve been doing the work but questioning the results, this episode will help you identify what needs to change — without throwing away everything you’ve built.This conversation is about alignment, correction, and building with intention — not just grinding harder.Chapters00:00:00 Opening: Consistency Isn't Enough00:01:26 Welcome and Team Introductions00:06:55 How Do You Know When God Is Telling You to Move?00:11:33 The Power of Making Decisions Over Waiting00:13:23 Patterns Over Decisions: Learning God's Ways00:15:57 Excellence Is God: Moving in the Spirit of Excellence00:16:46 Consistency Without Quality Is Rehearsed Failure00:21:37 The Sandpaper People: Why You Need Correction00:24:18 Stop Working in Isolation: The Cage Mentality00:34:39 Measuring Progress: Pain Equals Progress00:38:04 Quick Evaluation: The Secret to Accelerated Growth00:40:15 Being Coachable: ET's Jordan Brand Adjustment00:43:09 Real Numbers, Real Accountability00:57:52 Breaking Free from Your Cage: Changing Your Circle01:02:07 Closing: Merry Christmas and Final EncouragementSubscribeIf you’re serious about growth — not just motivation — subscribe to the channel.New conversations drop weekly, focused on discipline, clarity, and building a life that actually works.Join Our Patreon CommunityIf you want to go deeper than the podcast, join our Patreon community.Patreon members get:- Behind-the-scenes conversations- Extended discussions and bonus content- Direct access to the community shaping th

If life feels heavy, confusing, or just stuck… you’re not broken. You’re not cursed. You’re not “falling behind.”You’re in a phase nobody teaches you how to navigate: the dark season.In today’s episode, the guys break down why your hardest moments keep repeating, why running from discomfort actually makes it worse, and the one shift that finally moves you forward. ET explains how every version of success he’s had was formed in moments nobody saw. Jamal talks about the darkness that exposed the real picture of his life and pushed him toward real estate. Karl breaks down how creativity, identity, and resilience are all born in the dark—never in comfort.This conversation will change how you interpret struggle, setbacks, disappointment, and pressure. Because the truth is simple:You don’t grow in the light. You grow in the hard stuff. And once you know how to face it, everything changes.🔥 In This Episode You’ll Learn:Why God prepares your table in the presence of your enemies—and why you keep praying them awayHow darkness is not Satan's domain—it's where God forms everythingThe difference between light (what's already formed) and dark (where you're being formed)Why the Buffalo runs into the storm while everyone else gets stuck in it longerJamal's real story: sitting in that squad car at midnight, feeling like a failure—and how that darkness exposed the picture God was developingHow to do dark different: prepare before it comes, embrace it when it's here, and let it form you instead of break youWhy your prayers in the light are different than your prayers in the dark—and how that's costing you your breakthrough🚀 JOIN THE 1% CHALLENGESurround yourself with people who won’t let you settle.👉 ETOnePercent.com🎥 JOIN THE PATREON FAMILY (LIVE RECORDINGS + EXCLUSIVE CONTENT)Don’t just watch the podcast—experience it with us.👉 Patreon.com/S2SPodcast120📘 READ KARL’S BOOK — “Moving Past Potential”A blueprint for breaking through fear, hesitation, and overthi

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent—they fail because their ego keeps putting them in positions they’re not built for.This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who keeps blowing opportunities, breaking alliances, sabotaging good teams, or confusing “control” with “calling.” We’re talking identity, roles, loyalty, humility, and the dangerous trend of chasing titles instead of mastering your assignment.If you’ve ever walked away from the people who built you…If you keep trying to lead when you’re meant to support…If you think you want the spotlight but can’t handle the responsibility…If you’re losing while insisting on being in charge……this conversation is going to sting, but it will straighten out your whole approach to success.It’s time to tell the truth:You can’t win the game when your ego won’t let you play your position.And for the first time ever, we’re introducing two new segments designed to shift your mindset daily:🔥 Kalm Down with Karl🔥 Mal’s Millionaire MomentPowerful clarity. Tactical mindset shifts. Zero excuses.🚨 FREE 8-DAY ENCORE WITH ET — STARTS DECEMBER 8THDaily sessions. Real accountability. Serious breakthroughs.If you’re stuck, drifting, or overwhelmed, don’t miss this.👉 Sign up free: https://www.et1percent.com🔒 JOIN THE S2S PATREON FAMILYWatch the episodes LIVE, get exclusive behind-the-scenes content, bonus content, and connect with the community that grows WITH you.👉 https://www.patreon.com/S2SPodcast120📌 CONNECT WITH USInstagram: @s2spodcastYouTube: S2S Podcast ChannelWebsite: s2spodcast.com

Life keeps bullying you because you keep handing over the power. Your habits, your phone, your job, your fears, your past — all of it is pushing you around while you stand there acting like you don’t have a choice.This episode breaks that cycle wide open.ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal dive into the truth nobody wants to admit:you’re either the bully… or you’re getting bullied.By your circumstances.By your imagination (or lack of it).By the systems built to turn you into a full-time consumer.Inside the episode, you’ll learn:• Why the picture in your head is more important than the reality in front of you• How to stop giving your power away to fear, bills, people, and your own patterns• Why consumers get exploited, and why producers win every single time• How social media turns you into a victim without you noticing• How intentionality separates the bullied from the unstoppable• Why your gift — not your job — is the real source of your freedom• How to bully the bully in your finances, marriage, career, and internal dialogue• Why one property, one skill, or one shift can flip your entire life trajectoryThis is one of those episodes you replay when you feel stuck.It’s raw. It’s practical. It’s uncomfortable.And it’s exactly what you need.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Show Intro01:25 - ET on Bullying Awareness05:09 - Bully the Bully Strategy07:32 - Discovering Your Gifts11:55 - Overcoming Inner Criticism17:19 - The Reality of Fear19:14 - Understanding Menopause22:15 - The Nature of Bullying25:29 - Utilizing Your Gifts27:18 - Embrace Assertiveness30:25 - Valuing Your Worth33:25 - Work for Your Demands35:55 - Embracing Change38:30 - Be the Solution44:10 - Next Level Conference Overview46:16 - Future of EYL University47:40 - Inside The Lab49:45 - Join the BU Community50:01 - Support This Podcast👇 JOIN THE S2S PATREON (Exclusive content + BTS + Early access)https://www.patreon.com/S2SPodcast120👇 SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNELWeekly episodes, clips, and access to the entire S2S ecosystem:https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1👇 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM@s2spodcastIf this hit you, share it with someone still letting life push them around.The moment you stop being a consumer and start being a producer, everything changes.

You’re letting people with zero track record tell you how to run your life. And the wild part? Half of them couldn’t survive doing what YOU do for 24 hours.In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys break down the “Bully the Bully” mindset—why the world pushes you around if you don’t push back, why people in survival mode try to hijack what you’ve built, and why letting the wrong voices guide you is the fastest way back to the bottom.ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal unpack:Why unqualified opinions keep you broke and stuckThe mentality difference between survivors and winnersWhy you MUST protect what you’ve builtHow the world “bullies” you financially if you’re not intentionalThe exact mindset shift needed to take control of your lifeThis one is raw, hilarious, and heavy with truth—perfect for anyone tired of being pushed around by people who haven’t done the work.Video Chapters00:00 Opening: Don't Let Bullies Give You Advice01:21 Welcome and Team Introductions09:48 New York Trip and Expensive Breakfast Revelation13:45 The $69 Breakfast: They're Bullying You14:19 Introducing Bully the Bully Mentality22:10 Mike Tyson and the Mental Game28:29 Recognizing Opinion Boys vs. Authorities43:15 Black Men and the Bully Dynamic45:02 Stop Being a Consumer, Become a Producer52:31 Your Gifts Shall Make Room for You58:58 Closing: Concentrate on Your Opportunity👇 JOIN THE S2S PATREON (BEHIND THE SCENES, EARLY ACCESS, EXCLUSIVE CONTENT)➡️ https://www.patreon.com/S2SPodcast120👇 SUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNELWeekly episodes, clips, and exclusive drops:➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1👇 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM@S2SPodcastIf this hit home, share it with someone who needs to hear it. And remember:Stop letting people who can’t do what you do tell you how to do it.Bully the bully. Take back your power.

If your feelings keep driving your finances, you’re paying an invisible tax. In this episode we break down how to regulate emotions, demand receipts (real due diligence), and replace motivation with rules so you stop bleeding time and money. Action over anxiety. Rules over mood. Results over excuses.You’ll learnHow to stop emotional decision-making before it costs youWhat real due diligence looks like (records over “trust me”)The mindset shift from motivation to non-negotiable rulesWhy KPIs and clear consequences end confusion and chaosHow to do “the real work” (and why thinking about it is harder than doing it)Tap in with S2SSubscribe for weekly breakthroughs: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: @s2spodcastWebsite: https://s2spodcast.comPatreon (exclusive content & live recordings): https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120Do this next (CTAs)Comment: Drop “FIRE YOUR FEELINGS” if you’re done letting emotions run your money.Share: Send this to a friend who keeps “investing” without receipts.Review: If this helped, leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts—tell us your #1 takeaway.

Whether your team is 1–5 or your home feels out of rhythm, this episode gives you the playbook: peace over moods, standards over scoreboard, purpose over procrastination. ET breaks down the same locker-room mentality he brings to pro teams—then we translate it to your marriage, money, and mindset. (And yes, we clown Jemal about the Bears some more 😅).In this episode you’ll learn:Serenity beats Happiness: why chasing “happy” keeps you stuck, and how to build steady peace you can stand on.Standards beat feelings: the non-negotiables that fix performance at work, at home, and on the field.The “fixer” trap: how to support your spouse without trying to control their journey.Imperfectly mindful: simple daily awareness habits that create momentum.From 1–5 to unstoppable: the mindset ET gives losing teams—and how to use it today.Next StepsTrain with ET for 21 days (free registration): etonepercent.com (spell out “one”).Join the Patreon for bonus segments, lives, and behind-the-scenes access for only $10: patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

The week the Ravens were 1–5 and about to face Chicago, ET walked into Baltimore’s locker room with a message—not hype, a standard. Jemal, a lifelong Bears fan, wants to know why ET had to deliver that talk right before they played his team. That friendly smoke sets the tone as we unpack the exact principles ET shared: why contracts beat feelings, how identity sets standards, standards drive behavior, and behavior produces results—on the field and in your life. We trace the arc from a losing record to a winning mindset, then translate it into practical moves you can use this week: building simple systems that work when your mood doesn’t, protecting momentum, and committing to one non-negotiable that changes the scoreboard at work and at home. By the end, Jemal makes his Bears case, ET makes the case for standards over vibes, and you’ll leave with a clear “12–5” plan—one covenant, seven days, real traction.If this hits, subscribe and share it with someone who needs a standard, not a speech. Drop “12–5” in the comments with the one rule you’re locking in this week, and we’ll read a few on the next episode.

Stop helping. Own the kill.For years, helping felt noble—but that was Level 1. In this episode, Karl opens up about his shift from approval-seeking supporter to hunter: taking ownership, moving first, and letting execution—not permission—set the pace. We break down how that mindset change is transforming his leadership, family life, business, and even real estate strategy.What you’ll getKarl’s real transition: supporter → slayer (ownership over approval)“Move first, figure it out later” — how hunters build momentumFamily & legacy: why your people need you leading from the frontReal estate lessons (1031s, opportunity zones, scale thinking) you can modelSimple systems to keep hunting when motivation dips🔥 Viewer Challenge (comment to commit)Drop “I’m hunting” + the ONE action you’ll take in the next 24 hours. We’ll shout out a few next episode.✅ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1🔁 Share with someone stuck in “helper mode.”🎧 Get BTS + bonus on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120🌐 More from S2S: s2spodcast.com📲 IG: @s2spodcast

Drop your North Star in one sentence below. If you can’t say it in a line, you can’t live it in a year!Are you doing everything and going nowhere? This episode is your wake-up call. We break down why scattered hustle kills credibility, how a single North Star changed our entire operation, and the exact mindset shift to align actions with the goals you keep talking about.The guys get surgical: give up the stage for the mission, put businesses on autopilot (one at a time), value mastery over opinions, and stop letting anxiety grow in the gap between your words and your work. If you want receipts, we’ve got them—KPIs, standards, and the uncomfortable conversations required to level up.

Most people don’t lose because they’re not talented—they lose because they’re scattered. In this episode, the guys break down why doing nine things halfway will never beat doing one thing with ruthless focus. ET unpacks how people-pleasing drains your energy, CJ shows how a single North Star changed their whole brand, and Maul & Karl dive into legacy, parenting, and building skills that outlive you. You’ll learn: Why your focus decides your future How “too many options” quietly kills results The cure for people-pleasing and scattered energy Generational strategy: turning gifts into a family enterprise How to choose one priority and actually finish

In this powerful continuation of last week’s conversation, the S2S crew dives deep into the truth about circles, ego, and why so many people stay stuck. 💡ET, CJ, Karl, Jemal and Pastor TJ break down: - Why your circle can be the biggest ceiling on your future 🚫 - How comparison keeps you frustrated, broke, and unfulfilled - The hidden difference between a real anchor and a pseudo-anchor (ego) - Why honesty about where you are is the first step to growth - How exposure to the right people can transform your entire life 🌍 Too many people are failing not because of lack of talent, but because of the people they’re surrounded by and the lies they tell themselves. This episode is a reality check and a roadmap to building a stronger foundation for your family, your legacy, and your future. 🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications so you never miss an episode: youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 📲 Join our Patreon for exclusive content: patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast 👉 Question of the week: Is your circle helping you grow, or holding you back? Drop your answer in the comments.

Parents think the best gift they can give their kids is money. But the truth? Money alone isn’t enough. In this powerful episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl & TJ unpack the story of Vontrell — a star athlete whose NFL dream collapsed after repeated injuries. Lost and struggling, he fell into security jobs and uncertainty… until Marlon & Camille stepped in. Instead of letting him sink, they gave him something far greater than money: A car to drive. A place to live. His basic expenses covered. In other words, they gave him a margin of error — room to fail, recover, and chase his next dream. That margin led to marriage, a new home, and eventually a million-dollar contract. Here’s what you’ll learn in Part 1: - Why your kids need stability more than a paycheck - How to create room for failure without destroying their future - Why marriages and money collapse when there’s no foundation - The hidden sacrifices that build true legacy - ET’s challenge: how do you stay hungry when you’re already full? This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that every parent, leader, and dreamer needs to hear. 👉 Subscribe now for weekly episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-to-success-podcast/id1061833196 👉 Join our Patreon family for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

Chronic stress is silently killing your energy, focus, and health. In this episode, learn how to eliminate stress, gain mental clarity, and thrive. Stress isn’t about your job, marriage, or circumstances—it’s about your perception of them. In this powerful episode, the S2S crew sits down with Lisa Angel Smith to break down the difference between acute stress and chronic stress, why managing stress isn’t enough, and how to actually eliminate it from your life. Lisa shares her journey, how diet and daily routines impact mental clarity, and the formula for reducing stress through Exit, Enter, and Engagement strategies. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—this is the conversation that will set you free. ✊🏾 Don’t just watch this episode—take action. If stress has been stealing your time, health, or peace, it’s time to take it back. 👉 Watch and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube and turn on notifications so you never miss the conversations that push you toward the life you were meant to live. https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 💬 Drop a comment: What’s ONE step you’re taking this week to eliminate stress? 🎧 Prefer to listen on the go? Tune in on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-to-success-with-cj-karl-et-the-hip-hop-preacher/id1061833196 🔗 And if you’re serious about growth, join our Patreon fam for exclusive behind-the-scenes access, live recordings, and real conversations: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120 Let’s get free together. 💯

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go deep on why most people stay stuck financially and personally. From Cracker Barrel’s branding mistakes to the truth about passive income, standards, and self-sabotage—this episode will challenge you to stop listening to the wrong voices and finally become the right person. 🚨 Topics covered: - Why Cracker Barrel got punked and what it teaches us about chasing approval. - “One Property Away”: how to shift from active to true passive income. - The real age standards for being called Big Bro, Unk, OG, and Pops. - Why information without execution will keep you broke. - The danger of participation trophies in jobs, schools, and life. 💡 Don’t just chase checks—learn how to build a system that frees you to do what you love with the people you love. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent 👉 Subscribe now for weekly conversations on business, mindset, real estate, and success: @S2SPodcastChannel 🎧 Listen to the full podcast here: s2spodcast.com 📲 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast 🎙️ Support on Patreon for exclusive content: Patreon.com/S2SPodcast120

If you’re not intentional with money, marriage, or business, you’ll accidentally end up broke. 💥 In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys break down the 70/30 rule and why discipline beats feelings every time. They show how anchors—non-negotiable principles—keep you from drifting into bad deals, broken marriages, or wasted years. 👉 Why the 70/30 rule protects your finances 👉 How to choose anchors that prevent drifting 👉 Why emotions kill wealth, but discipline builds it This conversation is raw, practical, and guaranteed to make you re-evaluate your habits. Don’t drift. Lock in your anchors. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent ✦ Subscribe for weekly episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 ✦ Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast ✦ Join our Patreon family for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

F* the Anchor. Yeah, we said it. But it’s not what you think. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal break down why so many people are drifting in life—financially, relationally, and spiritually—because they don’t have anchors holding them steady. The guys talk about: Why margin for error matters in your money, marriage, and health How real estate formulas apply to every area of life Lessons from Little League World Series to building legacy The difference between drifting and being anchored It’s one of the most raw and practical conversations yet—funny, unfiltered, and guaranteed to challenge how you think about success. 👉 Join us LIVE at Anchored Conference — September 20th in Atlanta, GA 🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.youoweyou365.com/liveevent ✦ Subscribe for weekly episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 ✦ Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast ✦ Join our Patreon family for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

You keep praying for a better life — more money, a better marriage, peace of mind — but nothing changes. Why? Because prayer won’t fix stupid habits. You can pray all day, but if you’re still eating like trash, still blaming everybody else, still out of order… don’t expect different results. In this episode, CJ, ET, and Pastor TJ break down why your sequence matters more than your intentions — and why God’s blessings aren’t missing, you’re just out of alignment. 👊 What you’ll get from this episode: The painful truth about why prayer without work fails How being “out of order” destroys success in every area The cheat code of sequence — and how to reset it Why accountability beats excuses every time ✅ Take action: 📺 Watch every episode + BTS → Subscribe on YouTube 💬 Join the fam → Patreon 📲 Follow IG → @s2spodcast

You think staying quiet is keeping the peace — but it’s killing your marriage, your friendships, and your opportunities. In this raw conversation from the S2S Podcast, the guys get brutally honest about the damage caused by holding things in for years, avoiding hard conversations, and expecting others to “just know” how you feel. Learn why unspoken frustrations become resentment, how your silence might be teaching your kids unhealthy patterns, and why the same energy you use to make excuses could have already fixed the problem. From marriage lessons to personal breakthroughs, this episode is a wake-up call to speak up, take responsibility, and stop self-sabotaging the relationships that matter most. 🔥 Like this video? Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. 🎧 Listen to the S2S Podcast: https://www.s2spodcast.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast | https://www.instagram.com/s2spodcast 📺 Watch more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1 💡 Join our Patreon community for exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120

Why do people cut you off even after years of loyalty? In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jamal break down a truth most people don’t want to face: being loyal isn’t enough if you’re no longer an asset. From Dede’s emotional revelation about feeling unprotected, to the raw talk about marriages, business partnerships, and friendships—this episode will challenge how you see your own relationships and the value you bring. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why loyalty without value leads to being replaced How to stay indispensable in your relationships and work The power of communication to save what matters When to step up and when to let go 👉 Watch until the end—the conversation gets REAL. 🎥 Subscribe & Turn On Notifications: YouTube.com/S2SPodcastChannel 🔑 Get exclusive content & live access: Patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120 📲 Follow on Instagram: @s2spodcast 🌐 More episodes: s2spodcast.com

🔥 500 EPISODES! 🔥 Join Eric Thomas (ET), CJ, Karl, and Jemal for a LIVE celebration of 500 episodes of the Secret to Success Podcast! This isn’t just another episode – it’s a moment in history. Expect laughs, surprises, special guests and the raw motivation that’s kept us going for nearly a decade. 🚨 What to Expect: Behind-the-scenes stories we’ve NEVER shared before LIVE Q&A with the S2S crew Special shoutouts to our day-ones and Patreon family Big announcements you don’t want to miss! 💥 Whether you’ve been rocking with us since episode 1 or just joined the movement, this is YOUR party too. Pull up live, bring your energy, and let’s celebrate what happens when you refuse to quit! 👊 Want EXCLUSIVE access, BTS content & to join the next live recording? 👉 Become part of the family at patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 📌 Follow us for more motivation: IG: @s2spodcast YT: S2S Podcast Website: s2spodcast.com 🎯 Comment below: What’s been YOUR favorite S2S moment over the past 500 episodes?

In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go all in on the mindset shift required to break out of survival mode. They challenge the traditional W2 mentality and expose why playing defense in life keeps you stuck. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not getting ahead—this episode is for you. Topics Discussed: Why the W2 mindset is keeping you broke How real wealth starts with real exposure The power of playing offense in your life How Jamal's early moves set up generational wealth Why people criticize your grind but ask to eat from it What it really means to be a value-add in your circle And why you can’t save your family with a small mindset 🎯 Want to learn how to build legacy wealth? 👉 MakeRealEstateRealCourse.com 🎧 Love the pod? Join the movement. Unlock exclusive episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and monthly live recordings with the squad on Patreon: 👉 patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 🎥 Watch full episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 🗣️ Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more people get exposed to the message!

You’ve got more access to information than any generation in history — so why are most people still stuck? In this powerful episode, the guys break down the real reason proximity to greatness doesn’t automatically lead to results: you’re learning the moves but not adopting the mindset. From million-dollar real estate lessons to spiritual growth, relationships, and health — this one covers what it really takes to win in life. 🎯 What we cover: Why you can sit front row and still miss the lesson The mindset difference between students and success stories Why copying your mentor’s steps without their beliefs won’t work How Jamal’s commitment to the process paid off during a crisis A real-life $10M airline lawsuit and what it teaches about emotional maturity Whether you’re in the room, on the Zoom, or soaking up every podcast — this episode is your wake-up call to stop watching and start thinking different. 📺 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: YouTube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 🎙️ Join the S2S Patreon fam for exclusive content: Patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast

Dede is back — and she’s not holding back. In one of the rawest episodes we’ve ever recorded, Dede and Candis join CJ and Eric for an unfiltered conversation about walls, wounds, and the real reason trust is so hard to build — especially in marriage and sisterhood. Whether you're dating, married, or simply trying to grow in emotional maturity, this episode is your mirror. From communication breakdowns to spiritual breakthroughs, you'll hear real strategies, vulnerable confessions, and a challenge to finally tear down the bricks we’ve all built. 🧱 The Brick = Insecurity 🌉 The Bridge = Maturity Who’s willing to build? 💔 Topics We Dive Into: Why women shut down emotionally How men can become a safe place What sisterhood really requires How to tear down emotional bricks Why most people never feel fully seen or heard 🎥 Want to watch the episode and see the emotion in real time? Check it out on YouTube: youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 💍 Ready to grow with other thriving couples? Apply now at foreverforwardmarriage.com 🎧 Unlock bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes moments at ⁠patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 🙌 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.

Karl returns from a life-changing mission trip to Kenya — but what started as a service project turned into a soul reset. In this episode, the guys unpack what it really means to live with less, why simplicity brings peace, and how one week of building a school in the mountains revealed what America often distracts us from. From 400 kids with no phones and no complaints, to laying bricks alongside his kids and a 75-year-old volunteer — Karl shares how being on one accord with strangers unlocked more purpose than years of hustle ever could. ✈️ What you'll hear: Why too many options can steal your joy The truth about mission trips: it’s not about what you give How silence, service, and sacrifice create lasting transformation And the surprising leadership lesson from a brick wall 🌍 One trip. One school. One powerful reminder: Peace doesn't come from possessions — it comes from purpose. 👉🏾 Love what you're hearing? Be sure to follow the podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with someone who's been chasing more — when what they really need is less. 🎥 Want to see the mission in action? Head to our YouTube channel to watch the full visual experience and meet the kids, volunteers, and community that changed Karl’s life: 📺 YouTube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel 🎧 Unlock bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes moments at patreon.com/S2SPodcast120

Most people want the rewards of success, but aren’t willing to do what it takes. In this episode, CJ drops a powerful analogy: the habits of the greats are like broccoli—hard to swallow but life-giving. He shares how adopting “broccoli habits” in fitness, finances, relationships, and business transformed his life from average to avenger-level. ET jumps in with a challenge: stop chasing Krispy Kreme results with cheat-meal commitment. If you're tired of being stuck, this episode will shake your soul. 📲 Tap in and don’t forget to: 🙌 Join our Patreon Community: Patreon.com/S2SPodcast 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube: @S2SPodcastChannel 📱 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast W0GUNNNUNQJ0COZG