Are You Being Real? | The One & Only Podcast

In this untraditional episode of The One & Only, I bring together a group of five modern men for a free-flowing conversation. I’m joined by four of my favorite people — Taylor Conroy, Benjamin Rolnik, Ross Everett, and Stephan Cesarini— as we discuss self-love, authentic connection, when in human history has been the best time to be alive… or whether it’s right now. Join us for a deep dive into life’s most pressing questions. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/149

“It’s gotta be real, it’s gotta be Ricki.” As a movie star, an Emmy Award winning talk show host, and an acclaimed documentarian, Ricki Lake has built a career out of being real. In this episode, Ricki lets us in on how she got her first starring role in John Waters’ Hairspray, why The Business of Being Born is her proudest accomplishment, and why she’s glad she isn’t still a talk show host. Listen in to learn why this year has been the hardest one yet for Ricki, and how she shifts momentum to keep following her passions and make a positive impact. “The older I get, the cooler I get.” - Ricki Lake Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/148

Francis Pedraza is the CEO of Invisible Technologies, Inc., a company that helps you delegate tasks so that you can work on what’s really most important. Francis is all about living an un-edited life, and he leads by example in today’s episode. We discuss everything from why one should never use the same pick up line twice, to what it might be like to live in a surveillance state, to reincarnation. Listen in for an episode that will inspire you to stop editing out the truth from life. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/147

Laina Caltagirone is a manifestation expert and the founder of the spiritual wellness retreat Soulcation. Through her coaching, classes, and retreats, Laina teaches what she lives: how to manifest your dream life. In today’s conversation, we discuss why Laina left her career as an attorney to pursue self-development work, how to identify and tap into your unique talents and gifts, and 3 game-changing manifestation practices. This episode is full of nuggets of wisdom, as well as tangible exercises that you can try out today! Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/146

Lauren Taus is a yoga instructor, a therapist, and an instagram influencer. In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into all of the stuff that we generally want to look away from — death, negativity, escape — Lauren shares her wisdom about how to bring self-expression and happiness into your life in the face of these challenges. Tune in for a conversation that will ask you to take a deep breath, listen to your heart, and feel the connection around you. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/145

Steve Sims makes the impossible possible. Through his company Bluefish, he makes once in a lifetime experiences happen for the rich and famous. How does Steve help his clients’ dreams come true? By cashing in on the most powerful currency available to all of us: real relationships. In today’s episode, Steve discusses how building, sustaining, and leveraging quality relationships can help you achieve anything. Tune in to learn the secrets of the man who has been called the real life Wizard of Oz. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/144

Josh Trent is the founder of Wellness Force, the host of Wellness Force Radio, a wellness influencer, and a health and technology expert. Through his business and podcast, Josh supports people in transforming their bodies and minds to live life well. In today’s episode, we discuss the role intuition plays in leading an authentic life, how to live in integrity, and Josh’s not-to-be-missed tips to improve your overall wellness. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/143

Christine Owenell is the founder and CEO of Owenell Global Consultancy, where she advises and inspires companies to scale without losing their soul. In this episode we talk about all things self-awareness. Want to learn how to begin asking yourself tough introspective questions? Reframe how you think about money to make paying your next bill an exercise in gratitude? And practice bringing your authentic self into your corporate workplace? Christine has the answers to these questions and more. Tune in now! Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/142

Colin O’Brady is a pro endurance athlete, an adventurer, a powerful speaker, and the 2 time world record holder in the Explorers Grand Slam and Seven Summits. Through his professional endurance feats, Colin raises funds and awareness to inspire kids to live active, healthy lives. In today’s episode, we discuss the event that changed Colin’s life path forever, 3 ways to keep yourself going when you want to give up, and the importance of setting boldly audacious goals. For Colin, endurance challenges are a metaphor for striving towards your dreams on any path — what’s your Everest? Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/141

Do you know what your hip hinge is? Do you pay attention to the way you get out of your car? Aaron Alexander is a movement coach, the founder of the ALIGN method, and the host of Align Podcast. Aaron helps people to reinhabit their bodies in order to become stronger, more flexible, and pain free in their daily lives. In today’s episode, we chat about the mind-body connection, the importance of body language, and 3 simple ways to get out of your head and into your body. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/140

Today I sit down with Scott Stabile, author of the newly released Big Love: The Power of Living with a Wide-Open Heart. Scott is a passionate speaker and love-advocate with over 300,000 followers on social media. We talk about Scott's personal journey to becoming an advocate for love, how we can all work to overcome shame and emotional trauma, and 3 simple ways to bring more love into your life. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/139

Fern Olivia is the founder of Thyroid Yoga, Ajai Alchemy, and Sensual Intelligence. Fern is a healer and strives to help people heal themselves so that together we can heal the world. Whether it’s helping people heal their bodies through Thyroid Yoga or discover their own sensuality though Sensual Intelligence, her positive energy and smile are infectious. In today’s episode, we discuss Fern’s own inspiring journey of self-healing, how to practice asking your body what it needs, and ways to create ritual and sensuality in your daily routine. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/138

In today’s nontraditional episode of the One & Only, we’re simulcasting an episode of James Maskell's Evolution of Medicine podcast. James interviews me about Winning Weeks, my 8-week virtual accelerator program for high performers. I discuss how I came up with the structure for Winning Weeks, why it works, and how you can become a part of it. I also give you the inside scoop on my recently published TEDx talk, “Want More Love? The art of authentic connection in a digital world.” Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/137

Are you trying to conquer your fear? Today’s guest is fear expert Akshay Nanavati. Throughout his life journey, Akshay has learned how to transform fear into health, wealth, and happiness. In this episode, Akshay discusses his upcoming book Fearvana, his experience as a U.S. Marine, the struggles he experienced after returning home, how he got the endorsement of the Dalai Lama for his work, and how he hopes Fearvana can change your life — and the world. Stop trying to conquer your fear and tune in to learn how to transform it into your greatest asset. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/136

Matt Hunter is the co-founder of Cambyo, an intimacy development project which supports people to explore their sexuality and create fulfilling intimate relationships. In today’s episode, Matt and Mark open up and get vulnerable about all things sex and relationships. Matt takes us through how to readjust our expectations for sex, relax about our insecurities, and create comfortable environments for exploration. Tune in to learn how to become your most authentic sexual self, and explore your deepest intimate fantasies. Full show notes and links at AreYouBeingReal.com/135