Joel Gandara

In a world where the definition of masculinity is rapidly evolving, men today face unique challenges. Lower average testosterone levels and weaker handshakes compared to previous generations are just a few of the physical changes men are experiencing. However, true masculinity transcends physical strength—it's about fulfilling responsibilities towards family, spouse, and society with sincerity and determination. Welcome to Joel Gandara's podcast that’s not about weightlifting or steroid use, but about becoming a man of your word and pursuing your goals with relentless passion. Join us as we explore what it means to be a good man in today’s world, featuring real stories, practical advice, and a supportive community of men committed to reclaiming their lives and becoming the best versions of themselves. What You’ll Discover •⁠ ⁠Inspiring Stories: Real-life experiences from Joel and other guests who have overcome significant challenges to become successful. •⁠ ⁠Pr

Joel Gandara is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 61 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Joel Gandara, a education show with 61 episodes published.

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  Episode #63

  From Chinese Mafia to Men's Coach: Sabastian Huynh's Story of Redemption

  Sep 22, 202653 min

  Sabastian Huynh's story doesn't start in a boardroom. It starts in the streets of Dallas, a Chinese mafia operation in New York, and a prison cell where a sentence of 66 years to life was somehow overturned. In this episode of the Joel Gandara Podcast, Sabastian opens up about growing up fatherless in the projects, becoming a teenage drug dealer and mafia bodyguard, surviving near-death experiences, finding faith in prison, and rebuilding his life from the ground up - all the way to earning his MBA and becoming a trusted coach to entrepreneurs, business owners, and men who are stuck. This conversation goes deep on redemption, masculinity, integrity, and what it really means to become a man others can trust. In This Episode: * How Sabastian went from teenage mafia bodyguard to men's leadership coach * What the mafia taught him about integrity, loyalty, and knowing your customer * Why successful men with everything on paper are often struggling the most inside * The moment four guns were pointed at his head — and why he told them to shoot * How faith in prison became the turning point that changed everything * Why vulnerability is the most powerful thing a man can possess * The lesson his past taught him about keeping your word in business and at home * How he now helps entrepreneurs and business owners break through the ceiling holding them back Connect with Sabastian Huynh: Website: www.themafiamindset.com Subscribe to the Joel Gandara Podcast for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, athletes, veterans, and high performers sharing real lessons on health, mindset, relationships, business, and becoming the man you were built to be. If this episode added value to your life, please like, share, and leave a review. It helps more men find this content. Send us Fan Mail Check out our videos and short-form content on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@JoelGandara 31 Days to Become a Better Man - Challenge Course - Level Up in All Areas of Your Life https://31dailychallenges.com/

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  Episode #60

  Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Treat Their Body Like a Business with Chris Ryan

  Jul 28, 202630 min

  What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't your strategy, your team, or your market - it's your body? In this episode, Joel sits down with Chris Ryan, nationally recognized performance coach, former Division I athlete, and founder of the Chris Ryan Fitness app, for a straight-talking conversation about why physical health isn't a luxury for entrepreneurs. It's the foundation everything else is built on. Chris spent six years running a 24/7 emergency service franchise before walking away and dedicating his career to helping high-performing professionals show up better in business, at home, and in their bodies. The lessons he shares in this conversation aren't theoretical. They come from building businesses, raising three kids, coaching professionals across the world, and losing his dad last year at 80 years old. This one will make you rethink your morning, your drinking habits, your sleep, and what you're actually investing in when you invest in your health. In This Episode: * Why your brain cannot perform without your body being dialed in * The concept of "disconnect to reconnect" and why it changes everything * Why motivation is overrated and discipline is the only thing that lasts * How alcohol is quietly wrecking your sleep, your skin, and your sales meetings * The simple urine and energy test Chris uses every morning to gauge his health * Why 20 minutes of focused training beats an hour of going through the motions * How the Chris Ryan Fitness app brings live coached workouts to busy professionals * What losing his father taught Chris about time, legacy, and showing up now Try the Chris Ryan Fitness app free for 7 days: chrisryanfitness.com Available on the App Store and Google Play If this conversation fired you up, share it with a business owner or entrepreneur who needs to hear it. And make sure you like, subscribe, and leave a comment below. It helps more than you know. Send us Fan Mail Check out our videos and short-form content on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@JoelGandara 31 Days to Become a Better Man - Challenge Course - Level Up in All Areas of Your Life https://31dailychallenges.com/

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  Episode #59

  From Wall Street to Brooklyn Basement: How Nate Littlewood Rebuilt Everything

  Jul 14, 202633 min

  What happens when you're making great money, living in one of the best apartments in New York City and you're completely miserable? For Nate Littlewood, the answer was simple: jump. No parachute, no safety net, no guaranteed landing. In this episode, Joel sits down with Nate Littlewood, former Wall Street finance executive turned entrepreneur, fractional CFO, and founder of Future Ready CFO, for a raw and honest conversation about what it really costs to walk away from comfort, reinvent yourself from scratch, and find a life that actually fits. Nate opens up about spending years trapped in a high-paying career that drained him, the terrifying leap from investment banking into entrepreneurship, and how moving from a $10K/month West Village apartment to a $1,500 Brooklyn basement wasn't rock bottom. It was freedom. He also breaks down what he sees every day working with seven-figure e-commerce founders: the overwhelm, the loneliness, the mental blocks, and why most business problems aren't really financial problems at all. If you're an entrepreneur, a founder, or just a man wondering if the comfortable path is quietly killing you, this conversation is for you. In This Episode: * Why high pay and prestige can keep you stuck for years longer than they should * What the jump from Wall Street to entrepreneurship actually felt like * How Nate reinvented his identity down to the name he goes by * The biggest mistake founders make when trying to grow their business * Why your competitor's growth strategy probably won't work for you * The real job of a fractional CFO (hint: it's mostly psychology) * What separates founders who make it from those who don't * Why older founders tend to be better clients and what that says about failure and wisdom Learn more about Nate's work and connect with him: 👉 futurereadycfo.com 👉 LinkedIn: Nate Littlewood If this episode hit home, share it with a founder or entrepreneur in your life who needs to hear it. And don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment. It goes a long way. Send us Fan Mail Check out our videos and short-form content on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@JoelGandara 31 Days to Become a Better Man - Challenge Course - Level Up in All Areas of Your Life https://31dailychallenges.com/

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  Episode #58

  Your Voice Is Lying For You - What You're Really Saying - Barbara McAfee

  Jun 30, 202621 min

  Most men have no idea what their voice is actually communicating. You think you sound calm. Your wife thinks you sound angry. You think you sound excited. Your kids think you're upset. And nobody ever tells you until the damage is already done. In this episode, Joel sits down with Barbara McAfee, voice coach, author, speaker, and TEDx presenter - to break down something most men have never thought to work on: their voice. This isn't about becoming a singer or a performer. It's about understanding that how you say something matters more than what you say, and that most men are unknowingly limiting their impact at home, in business, and as leaders because of vocal habits they've never examined. Barbara shares why so many men unconsciously suppress warmth and vulnerability in their voices, how running on high intensity all the time wears out your family and your team, and what you can do — starting tonight with a kids' book, to start expanding your range and showing up differently. If you've ever been told "you sound mad" when you weren't, this one's for you. In This Episode: * Why your tone always wins over your words, and what that means for your relationships * How cultural conditioning and fear of being "too soft" kills men's emotional expression * The "fire element" trap - why high-energy guys wear out their families without realizing it * A simple exercise (reading kids' books) that can immediately expand your vocal range * Why men artificially lower their voices, and how it backfires * How to ask your partner to coach you in real time * What voice coaching actually looks like and who it's for * Barbara's five vocal elements framework and how to use it Learn more about Barbara's work and access her TEDx talks, classes, and free consultation: 👉 BarbaraMcAfee.com If this conversation opened your eyes, share it with a man in your life who could use it. And don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment - it helps us keep bringing conversations like this one to you. Send us Fan Mail Check out our videos and short-form content on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@JoelGandara 31 Days to Become a Better Man - Challenge Course - Level Up in All Areas of Your Life https://31dailychallenges.com/

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  Episode #57

  From Special Forces to Breathwork: Tim Thomas on Healing PTSD & Fixing Sleep

  Jun 2, 202643 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Joel Gandara Podcast, Joel sits down with Tim Thomas, former Australian special forces soldier, professional fighter, and founder of Breathwork in Bed.<br/><br/>Tim shares his powerful journey through PTSD, addiction, and personal loss and how hitting rock bottom led him to discover the life-changing power of breathwork and sleep optimization.<br/><br/>Today, Tim helps veterans, athletes, and professionals improve their resilience, recovery, and performance through simple, drug-free breathing techniques. His philosophy is simple but powerful: sleep is the foundation for everything in life.<br/><br/>Joel and Tim dive into practical...

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