Ashes to Apex Podcast

Welcome to Ashes to Apex, the podcast where resilience takes center stage. Hosted by Joshua Belland, this show delves into the raw, unfiltered journeys of entrepreneurs who've stared down life's darkest valleys—addiction, burnout, divorce, devastating setbacks—and climbed their way back to the summit.Each episode pulls back the curtain on the mental health struggles too often hidden behind success stories. Through candid conversations, guests share how they rose from the ashes, rebuilt their lives, and found a higher purpose beyond the bottom line.More than a business podcast, Ashes to Apex is a powerful reminder that personal growth often comes through pain—and that triumph is sweetest after the toughest climbs. Whether you're an entrepreneur fighting your own battles, or simply seeking authentic stories of grit and rebirth, you'll find inspiration, solidarity, and hope here.Join us as we explore what it truly means to turn setbacks into a new apex.

Ashes to Apex Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Joshua Belland, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joshua Belland hosts Ashes to Apex Podcast, a business show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  Eps 9: Simplifying Mental Health for Entrepreneurs w/ Dr. Mark Mayfield

  Oct 28, 202557 minS1

  <p>On this Ashes to Apex episode, Dr. Mark Mayfield—licensed professional counselor and assistant professor at Colorado Christian University—joins Joshua to unpack the mental health realities entrepreneurs face: loneliness, burnout, anxiety, and the pressure to "have it all together." Drawing from his new book The Mental Health Handbook for Ministry (and themes from The Path to Wholeness), Dr. Mayfield translates complex psychology into simple, actionable steps any leader, parent, or founder can use. We talk proactive care vs. crisis mode, why exercise beats "quick fixes," how hope and service literally rewire the brain, and practical ways to build comm...

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  Episode #8

  Eps 8: Jeremy Bran - From Hustle to Surrender

  Oct 6, 20251h 3mS1

  <p >Ashes to Apex — Jeremy Bran: From Hustle to Surrender</p> <p >Entrepreneur Jeremy Bran built—and rebuilt—more than a few careers: from launching a wedding photography company with his wife, to sourcing multifamily deals in Montrose, to co-founding a construction firm serving restaurants and retail across TX/LA/MS/OK. But after a costly project, high-interest loans, and the weight of payroll, Jeremy hit a wall that forced a deeper question: what does success look like when you stop doing it in your own strength?</p> <p >In this honest, faith-forward conversation, Jeremy opens up about anxiety, pride, valida...

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  Episode #7

  Eps 7: The Winning Mindset w/ Josh Lowrey

  Sep 17, 20251h 7mS1

  <p >Entrepreneur and investor Josh Lowrey sits down for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation about winning, losing, and why your mindset is your most valuable asset. From leaving his family business out of sheer grit to scaling a portfolio of companies that once hit 1,800 employees, Josh unpacks the seasons of ambition—chip-on-the-shoulder beginnings, hard resets, faith, and the discipline it takes to keep going when no one is coming to save you.</p> <p >You'll hear how he learned to set 10× goals and reverse-engineer them, protect his energy by ejecting negativity fast, and transition from scrappy founder to bui...

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  Episode #6

  Eps 6: Chris White - Recovery, Purpose, and the Entrepreneur's Mindset

  Sep 8, 202553 minS1

  <p >When does sobriety end and recovery begin? Clinical mental health counselor and addiction specialist Christopher White joins JB to unpack the daily "marathon" of recovery, the traps entrepreneurs fall into, and why purpose—not perfection—keeps us moving forward. From Fifth Ward roots to building a practice that serves athletes, founders, and families, Chris blends science, faith, and hard-won wisdom you can use today.</p> <h2 >Episode Highlights</h2> <p >Recovery vs. Sobriety: Why abstinence isn't the finish line and how real recovery becomes a daily practice.</p> <p >Faith & Purpose: Seeing yourself as a vessel—and what to do if...

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  Episode #5

  Eps 5: Amanda Orr - From Journalist to PR Powerhouse

  Aug 28, 202551 minS1

  <p >In this episode of Ashes to Apex, Joshua Belland sits down with Amanda, a former journalist turned PR strategist, whose story is nothing short of remarkable. With 20 years of journalism experience—working with outlets like Reuters and Dateline—Amanda transitioned into the world of public relations, where she's handled high-stakes political campaigns and legal communications.</p> <p >Amanda shares how she leveraged her media expertise to secure a presidential commutation during the height of COVID, her bold leap into entrepreneurship after a life-altering divorce, and how she built a thriving PR firm that balances high-profile political work with deeply pers...

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