The Journey with Mark Astor

What happens when success doesn’t come in a straight line? The Journey with Mark Astor explores the paths most people never talk about the setbacks, turning points, and internal battles that quietly define who we become. Hosted by attorney Mark Astor, this podcast goes beyond surface-level conversations to uncover the real stories behind leadership, recovery, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Each week, Mark sits down with guests who have navigated complex journeys of their own from business leaders and legal professionals to behavioral health experts and individuals shaped by life-altering experiences. These conversations challenge assumptions, shift perspective, and invite listeners to rethink what progress truly looks like. If you’re interested in honest dialogue, meaningful insight, and stories that stay with you long after the episode ends, this podcast was created for you.

The Journey with Mark Astor is a business podcast hosted by Mark Astor, with 29 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.

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  Ep. 28 He Traded NBA Finals Tickets To His Dealer for $1,000 In Cocaine with Brian Cuban

  Aug 11, 202656 min

  What drives someone to trade NBA championship tickets for cocaine? Brian Cuban, attorney and recovery advocate, shares the raw reality of his 20-year battle with addiction that nearly destroyed his legal career and family relationships. From doing cocaine in federal courthouses to showing up to hearings under the influence, Brian's story reveals how addiction doesn't discriminate based on privilege or profession. His journey from rock bottom to nearly 19 years of sobriety offers profound insights into the intersection of mental health, family dynamics, and the legal profession's hidden crisis. Brian opens up about childhood trauma, the day he was stripped of his clothes by bullies, and how that shame followed him through decades of self-medication. He discusses the complexities of family relationships during active addiction, the moment his wife found him after a two-day blackout, and the decision that changed everything. This conversation explores the reality that lawyers suffer from alcohol use disorder at twice the rate of the general population, while offering hope for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Contact Mark Astor: Website: https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com/ Phone number: 561-517-9405 Email: mark@astorsimovitchlaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markastor TikTok: Mark G. Astor (@astorsimovitchlaw) | TikTok Contact Brian Cuban: Website: www.briancuban.com Email: brianwithanI@briancuban.com

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  Ep. 27 Why 80% Of Criminal Cases Are Mental Health Issues: The School Bus Analogy with Shannon Roy

  Aug 4, 202638 min

  What if the criminal justice system has been approaching rehabilitation completely backwards? Shannon Roy, a seasoned criminal defense attorney with over 15 years of experience, shares a powerful analogy that reframes how we think about mental health and substance abuse in criminal cases. She reveals that at least 80% of her cases involve underlying mental health or substance abuse issues, yet the system continues to treat symptoms rather than root causes. Through her compelling school bus metaphor, Shannon illustrates why simply incarcerating people without addressing their underlying issues is not only ineffective but counterproductive. Shannon takes us inside her practice where she's learned to listen first, observe behavioral patterns, and build comprehensive mitigation strategies that address the whole person. From her early days winning a boating under the influence case to handling life-or-death felony trials, she shares the emotional weight of advocating for people whose liberty hangs in the balance. Her approach goes beyond traditional defense work, focusing on creating treatment plans that serve both public safety and human dignity. You'll discover how specialty courts are revolutionizing criminal justice and why Shannon believes everyone deserves someone willing to fight for them, regardless of the charges they face. Contact Mark Astor: Website: https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com/ Phone number: 561-517-9405 Email: mark@astorsimovitchlaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markastor TikTok: Mark G. Astor (@astorsimovitchlaw) | TikTok Contact Shannon Roy: Website: Roy LAW FIRM – Roy Defense

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  Ep. 26 How Opioid Addiction Cost Him Everything And Led To 95% Sales Close Rates with Jake Stahl

  Jul 28, 202646 min

  What happens when a top pharma salesman with a 95% close rate loses everything to addiction and has to move back in with his parents at age 50? Jake Stahl's story isn't just about falling down-it's about the strategic comeback that led him to create Orchestrate, a revolutionary sales psychology platform. After collapsing at home during opioid withdrawal and spending five horrifying days in detox, Jake rebuilt his life using the same behavioral psychology principles that made him number one in four different pharmaceutical products. His journey from packing trucks for Amazon to developing technology that helps businesses achieve 78% open rates on cold emails reveals the power of understanding human decision-making patterns. Jake's approach to sales isn't about manipulation-it's about creating conversations where purchase becomes the only logical endpoint. Through neurolinguistic programming and social psychology, he discovered why traditional sales methods fail and how to break conditioned responses that block real connection. His personal recovery story intertwines with professional insights about resilience, remarriage, and the psychology behind everything from car dealership tactics to Tesla's pricing strategy, offering hope and practical wisdom for anyone rebuilding after loss. Contact Mark Astor: Website: https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com/ Phone number: 561-517-9405 Email: mark@astorsimovitchlaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markastor TikTok: Mark G. Astor (@astorsimovitchlaw) | TikTok Contact Jake Stahl: Website: Orchestrate Mortgage Services, Title Search & Property Tax Services Book: Own the Room: How to Communicate to Be Seen, Heard and Respected

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  Ep. 25 Molested Child Becomes Mental Health Counselor: How Trauma Shows Up In The Body with Kayla Myers

  Jul 21, 202645 min

  What happens when childhood trauma manifests as mysterious physical symptoms that doctors can't explain? Kayla Myers was pulled out of school for nearly two years with debilitating stomach aches and fatigue that left her barely able to walk. After hundreds of medical visits, one holistic doctor finally recommended something revolutionary: counseling. The moment she started voicing her trauma from an abusive home and childhood molestation, her body began to heal. Today, Kayla is a licensed mental health counselor, competitive Spartan racer, and Miss Northeast title holder preparing for Miss Indiana in just 14 days. Her journey from eating lunch alone in the library to empowering others through her Operation Flourish platform reveals how sport became her lifeline and why she believes a third of your days should 'really suck' for optimal growth. Through raw honesty about bulimia, self-harm, and the non-linear path to healing, she demonstrates how trauma stored in the body can be transformed into strength that helps others flourish. Contact Mark Astor: Website: https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com/ Phone number: 561-517-9405 Email: mark@astorsimovitchlaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markastor TikTok: Mark G. Astor (@astorsimovitchlaw) | TikTok Contact Kayla Myers: Email: kaylamyers@gmail.com Instagram: @choosehealthMAO TikTok: @choosehealthMAO Facebook: Choose Health Website: OperationFlourish.com Podcast: Operation Flourish - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

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  Ep. 23 How She Lost Her Law License And Built A $10K Jet Podcast Empire with Blanca Perper

  Jul 7, 202641 min

  What would you do if you lost your law license for three years after becoming the victim of a financial crime? Blanca Perper faced this exact nightmare scenario, spending nearly a million dollars to prove her innocence and fight for her professional life. Instead of letting this devastating blow destroy her, she transformed those dark years into something extraordinary. As the daughter of the late Dr. Joshua Perper, the Broward County medical examiner who handled the Anna Nicole Smith case, Blanca understood that resilience runs in the family. Today, Blanca has rebuilt her legal career as a concierge attorney while simultaneously creating the Laws of Life platform, where she's interviewed over 4,000 people and now conducts podcast interviews on private jets. Her journey from public defender to corporate counsel to victim of financial crime to media entrepreneur reveals the power of choosing growth over bitterness. You'll discover how she maintains availability for clients seven days a week, why she believes everyone deserves a space to shine, and the specific strategies that helped her turn professional devastation into a thriving multimedia empire. Contact Mark Astor: Website: https://mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com/ Phone number: 561-517-9405 Email: mark@astorsimovitchlaw.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markastor TikTok: Mark G. Astor (@astorsimovitchlaw) | TikTok Contact Blanca Perper: Phone: 561-543-9040 Instagram: @BlancaLawsOfLife Tuesday Talk Show: 7 PM weekly (Zoom link available on Instagram)

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