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How Ed Soares Built the Pipeline to the UFC | Coffeez May 15, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ed Soares, President of Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) and one of the most respected figures in mixed martial arts.

Ed has spent decades inside the fight game, from managing some of the biggest names in MMA to helping build the next generation of world-class fighters through LFA.

Known for his work with legends like Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, and José Aldo, Ed has played a major role in shaping the careers of athletes who changed the sport forever.

This conversation goes beyond the cage. Joe and Ed talk about loyalty, fighter development, the business side of MMA, what separates real champions from talented fighters, and how LFA continues to serve as one of the strongest pipelines to the UFC.

If you love combat sports, entrepreneurship, leadership, or the mindset behind elite performers, this episode gives you a rare look at the people building the future of MMA.

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Joe Spector on Building Hims, Dutch & the Future of Telemedicine | Coffeez with Joe Shalaby May 08, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Joe Spector, co-founder of Hims and founder of Dutch, to talk about building consumer healthcare brands that actually change people’s everyday lives.

Joe shares how Hims started as an idea on a whiteboard and grew into a household name by making men’s wellness easier, more accessible, and less awkward to talk about.

The conversation gets into the timing behind the opportunity, the rise of telemedicine, Viagra going generic, legal challenges in early digital healthcare, and what it takes to build a consumer brand in a category people are still uncomfortable discussing.

Joe also opens up about being an immigrant, going through nearly a dozen startups that didn’t work, learning from failure, raising venture capital, and why preparation matters when the right opportunity finally shows up.

They also discuss Dutch, pet telemedicine, fatherhood, fitness, community, and why the best consumer businesses are the ones that make people’s lives better.

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The Future of Architecture Is Carbon-Negative ft. Kevin Kennon | Coffeez with Joe Shalaby May 01, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with architect and developer Kevin Kennon to talk about the future of building, carbon-negative design, and why architecture has to evolve with climate, technology, and humanity in mind.

Kevin explains why the built environment is responsible for a major share of global greenhouse gas emissions, and how architects, developers, and builders are now being forced to rethink the way we design and construct the world around us.

Through his work with Beyond Zero, Kevin is focused on developing wilderness hotels and resorts built around conservation, wellness, renewable materials, smaller footprints, and extreme respect for nature.

The conversation also dives into AI, robotics, prefabricated construction, mass timber, greenwashing, regulatory red tape, the future of real estate development, and the role architects can play in solving major housing and environmental challenges.

This episode is about more than buildings. It’s about responsibility, innovation, and designing spaces that make the world a little better than we found it.

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He Gave Them the Plan… Nobody Executed ft. Rogelio Goertzen II | Coffeez with Joe Shalaby Apr 24, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Rogelio Goertzen II to talk about one of the most overlooked truths in business and life — execution.

Rogelio shares his experience giving people clear direction, real opportunities, and step-by-step guidance… only to see most of them never follow through.

No missing information.

No confusion.

Just a lack of action.

But one person did execute.

And that one moment shifted everything.

This conversation breaks down the difference between knowing and doing, why most people stay stuck, and what it actually takes to move forward.

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First Woman to Climb the 7 Second Summits ft. Jenn Drummond | Coffeez with Joe Shalaby Apr 17, 2026

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Jenn Drummond interview, 7 Second Summits climber, extreme challenge mindset, overcoming fear story, resilience mindset, women achieving impossible goals.

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Jenn Drummond, the first woman to climb the 7 Second Summits — the second-highest mountain on each continent.

After surviving a life-threatening car accident, Jenn began reevaluating everything — priorities, purpose, and the limits she once believed were fixed. What followed became a journey defined by resilience, discipline, and choosing to pursue challenges that most people avoid.

Jenn shares what happens mentally when you commit to something difficult, why discomfort often signals growth, and how pushing physical limits can reshape personal identity.

The conversation explores fear, adversity, self-trust, and what it really means to live intentionally rather than reactively.

This episode is about choosing the hard path, discovering capability through challenge, and understanding that growth rarely happens inside comfort.

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UFC Fighter Giga Chikadze on Discipline, Fighting Mindset & Never Giving Up | Coffeez for Closers Apr 10, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with UFC fighter Giga Chikadze to talk about the discipline, resilience, and mindset required to compete at the highest level of professional fighting.

Giga shares lessons from his journey through kickboxing and mixed martial arts, what it takes to stay focused under pressure, and how elite athletes handle setbacks, expectations, and constant challenges.

The conversation explores the mental toughness needed to perform on the world stage, the sacrifices behind success, and the habits that separate great competitors from everyone else.

Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone pushing toward a big goal, this episode highlights what it truly takes to stay committed when the stakes are high.

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What Happens After the NFL? ft. Malik Jackson | Coffeez with Joe Shalaby Apr 03, 2026

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Super Bowl 50 Champion Malik Jackson to talk about the transition from professional football into the next chapter of life.

Malik shares what changes after the NFL, how discipline shaped his mindset, and why high performers continue finding ways to grow even after reaching the top of their field.

The conversation explores lessons learned from competing at the highest level, adapting to new environments, and maintaining focus when the structure of professional sports is no longer there.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or professional navigating change, this episode offers insight into what it really takes to keep moving forward after major success.

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Dr. Samantha Harte on Addiction Recovery, Trauma Healing & Purpose Driven Life Mar 20, 2026

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Dr. Samantha Harte shares how addiction recovery, trauma healing, and spiritual growth can transform pain into purpose.

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Dr. Samantha Harte explains how overcoming addiction, loss, and personal hardship led her to help others build pain-free bodies and purpose-driven lives.

With a doctorate in physical therapy and 16 years of sobriety, Dr. Harte combines neuroscience, recovery principles, and spiritual growth strategies to help individuals overcome destructive patterns and live more intentionally.

In this conversation with Joseph Shalaby, we discuss:

• Addiction recovery and long-term sobriety

• Rewiring the brain through neuroplasticity

• Turning trauma into purpose

• Building a meaningful personal brand through authenticity

• The connection between physical health and emotional healing

• How spiritual growth influences leadership and life decisions

This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals seeking clarity, healing, and deeper purpose.

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From Uber Driver to Nutrition Founder | James Oliver Built Atlas Protein Bars Mar 13, 2026

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Atlas Bars founder James Oliver shares how he built a nutrition company from scratch after starting with a problem in his own diet.

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, James explains how a search for clean, real food protein bars led him to create his own product from his kitchen before traveling abroad.

What began as a personal solution eventually became Atlas Bars, a brand focused on real food ingredients, high protein, and low sugar nutrition.

In this conversation we discuss:

• Why most protein bars are overly processed

• Building a food startup from scratch

• The challenge of scaling a product made with real ingredients

• Driving Uber to fund the first production run

• Lessons from launching in a competitive industry

For entrepreneurs, founders, and anyone building a product company, this episode highlights the persistence required to turn an idea into a real business.

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Why Real Estate Entrepreneurs Need a Personal Brand ft. Shane Seo | Coffeez for Closers with Joe Shalaby Mar 06, 2026

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Why does personal branding matter for real estate entrepreneurs? In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Shane Seo explains how visibility, credibility, and authority are becoming essential for investors and operators in today’s competitive real estate market.

Shane shares how stepping into podcasts, media, and public conversations helps entrepreneurs build trust, create opportunities, and expand their influence beyond individual deals.

In this conversation with host Joseph Shalaby, we cover:

• Why personal branding matters in real estate today

• The shift from deal maker to industry voice

• How podcasts and media appearances build authority

• The mindset required to step into the spotlight

• Balancing business growth with personal mission

For entrepreneurs building companies, relationships, and long-term influence, this episode explores why your reputation and presence may be just as valuable as your next deal.

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