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Extraordinary America

America has always been about freedom, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness. However, most Americans are not free when it comes to the financial front. Most are under financial slavery due to losing their jobs, having stagnant wages due to outsourcing, inflation due to money printing, and debt of all kinds. Wealth and income inequality runs rampant across America while the middle class has all but disappeared! Where there is no freedom, there can never be opportunity nor happiness. Such a disconnect between who we are as Americans and our Financial reality cannot be allowed to continue.

Therefore, Extraordinary America is about the abolition of financial slavery. It is about the financial freedom of the 99%. It is about Americans awakening and unleashing the Extraordinary within themselves and setting themselves free!

The truth is Americans are Extraordinary. As immigrants and descendants of immigrants, they have overcome insurmountable obstacles and barriers with their pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and this time is no different. Americans should never give up or surrender to hopelessness and despair, no matter how bad the situation is, no matter how much the odds are stacked against them. Just as spring overcomes winter, Day overcomes Night, the light within us shall overcome the darkness around us. Its time for us to know that we are our own saviors, that there is an Extraordinary within us waiting to be unleashed, that freedom is our birthright and that we shall realize the American Dream!

The path to financial freedom is by educating and transforming ourselves into Entrepreneurs and Investors on the light side! In this podcast Cosmos Dar interviews Entrepreneurs and Investors who fought against the odds, and in many cases came from humble beginnings to attain financial freedom, to see how they did it. He hopes through all these stories that the Extraordinary within the audience shall awaken, that they shall take the actions necessary to abolish financial slavery from their lives and finally Realize the American dream!

Latest Episodes:

Carey Conley: Preview Nov 12, 2024

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In this episode, Carey shares her personal story and how the tragic losses of her husband and son shaped her mission to help others find purpose through despair. Carey delves into the importance of evolving a strategic vision for one's life, emphasizing the need to find a personal "why" as a guiding force.

The discussion touches on the challenges of navigating social media, the impact of isolation and depression, and the biggest lessons Carey has learned through her journey. She also explores the concepts of financial freedom, nationalism, and whether we can remain optimistic about the future. Throughout the episode, Carey explains how defining a clear vision can lead to a more intentional and hopeful life.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, November 14th

Understanding Bitcoin and its Origins with Vince Lindenmeyer Nov 07, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education.

He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversation also covers the impact of the US economy and inflation on investments, offers advice for those hesitant about investing in Bitcoin, and explores the future of monetary systems.

Additionally, Dr. Lindenmeyer emphasizes the importance of education in gold and silver as part of broader financial literacy.

Highlights:

{02:12} Background and how you got started?

{08:09} Get into the crypto space and entrepreneurship simultaneously

{11:47} Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin

{14:52} basics of cryptocurrency

{18:33} The US economy and inflation

{26:47} Physical gold vs digital gold

{30:54} Advice for those afraid of investing in Bitcoin?

{35:00} The future of monetary systems?

{38:35} Education in Gold and Silver

Vince Lindenmeyer bio:

Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, Colonel, US Army (Retired), is a Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, a registered trade name of CFOUR Foundation LLC, creating economic growth for equality and justice.

Colonel Lindenmeyer served a 26-year career with overseas tours to Korea, Egypt, Qatar, and Iraq, earning the Bronze Star Medal. As an educator, Dr. Lindenmeyer has taught face-to-face and distance learning over the past 20 years. He earned a BS in Systems Engineering (West Point, United States Military Academy), master’s degrees (three) in Logistics Management, an M.Ed., an MA in Strategic Studies, and a Ph.D. in Education. Vince actively supports women, veterans, minorities, persons with disabilities, and the formerly incarcerated in starting businesses and nonprofits to close the economic income gap.

Connect with Vince:

Website: https://beacon4today.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beacon4today/about

Vince Lindenmeyer: Preview Nov 04, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Dr. Vince Lindenmeyer, a retired Colonel and Principal of Beacon 4sight Group, shares his journey from military service to becoming a prominent figure in economic development and education.

He discusses his dual venture into cryptocurrency and entrepreneurship, explaining the basics of cryptocurrency, including Bitcoin, and contrasting physical gold with digital gold. The conversation also covers the impact of the US economy and inflation on investments, offers advice for those hesitant about investing in Bitcoin, and explores the future of monetary systems.

Additionally, Dr. Lindenmeyer emphasizes the importance of education in gold and silver as part of broader financial literacy.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, November 7th

Social Impact Entrepreneurship Among Millennials and Gen Z with Linda Fisk Oct 31, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide.

The conversation delves into social impact entrepreneurship, highlighting the balance between profit and purpose and clarifying misconceptions about the interplay between business success and social good. Linda also emphasizes the importance of continuous education for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses the decision-making process between social entrepreneurship and government lobbying.

The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including grants and venture capital, and offers advice on pitching to investors and crafting effective business plans.

Highlights:

{06:30} Leadership and Community

{11:30} Social Impact Entrepreneurship

{17:30} Balancing Profit and Purpose

{21:30} Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Social Enterprises

{26:30} Decision-Making in Social Impact

{36:30} Funding and Investment in Social Ventures

{41:30} Investor Pitching and Business Planning

{46:30} Role of Women and Minority-Owned Businesses

Linda Fisk bio:

Linda Fisk is a multi-award-winning leader, keynote speaker, podcast host, TEDx speaker, best-selling author and university professor dedicated to amplifying and extending the success of other high-caliber business leaders.

She is the CEO of LeadHERship Global, a community of unstoppable women enhancing their leadership blueprint and embracing their power to be the best version of themselves- in work and life. As Chairwoman of LeadHERship Global, Linda supports and guides ambitious, creative women to move in the direction of their purpose, their mission, and their dreams with powerful connections, critical support, practical tools, and valuable resources to show up, speak up, and step up in their careers and personal lives.

Connect with Linda:

Website: https://leadhershipglobal.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadhershipglobal

Linda Fisk: Preview Oct 29, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Linda explores her transition from the corporate world to a career centered on social impact and leadership. She discusses the vital role of community in fostering leadership and how her vision has evolved to support extraordinary women leaders worldwide.

The episode covers the differences between nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises, explores funding options, including grants and venture capital, and offers advice on pitching to investors and crafting effective business plans.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, October 31st

Having the Right Financial Strategies to Survive Financial Crises with Kris Miller Oct 24, 2024

Show notes

Kris emphasizes the importance of starting early with Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies and using Equity Index Annuities for older individuals. She advocates for ongoing financial literacy and overcoming procrastination to achieve financial security.

Kris explains the benefits of tax-free and tax-deferred investments, such as Indexed Universal Life insurance, and the necessity of having a rainy-day fund. The discussion also discusses the American Dream, the dollar's declining value, and global economic shifts. Kris introduces her financial literacy program, "Create Income You’ll Never Outlive," and encourages proactive steps toward financial independence.

Highlights

{04:30} Retirement savings

{10:20} Central Digital Currency (CBDC)

{14:30} Investment Strategies for Different Ages

{20:00} Life Insurance as an Investment Tool

{28:40} American Dream and Financial Freedom

Kris Miller bio:

Kris Miller, a retirement and living trust expert, has advised over 5,000 families in the past 20 years on retirement and estate planning issues. She coined the phrase, "pretirement" to emphasize how we need to prepare for our Golden Years before retiring. Her new book, Ready For PREtirement, 3 Secrets for Safe Money and a Fabulous Future (Morgan James, September 2012) is a comprehensive guide to help anyone at any age to plan for retirement. In addition to her estate planning practice, Miller owns Trust Unlimited and the Living Trust Institute, a document preparation service for creating revocable living trusts. Miller has conducted numerous workshops to educate people and organizations about wise money management for their senior years, how to provide income for retirees, how to avoid probate, reduce taxes, secure the proper insurance, avoid asset seizure to pay medical debts, and how to create a Living Trust.

Connect with Kris:

https://createincome.healthymoneyhappylife.com

https://healthymoneyhappylife.com

https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B009F12364/about

Kris Miller: Preview Oct 21, 2024

Show notes

In this podcast episode, guest Kris Miller, a seasoned advisor with over three decades of experience and author of "Ready for PREtirement," shares her insights on wealth investment strategies and retirement preparation.

Kris emphasizes the importance of starting early with Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies and using Equity Index Annuities for older individuals. She advocates for ongoing financial literacy and overcoming procrastination to achieve financial security.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, October 24th

Balancing the Masculine and Feminine with Carol Carpenter Oct 17, 2024

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In this podcast episode, guest Carol Carpenter is a successful entrepreneur, actress, stuntwoman, and motorcycle race enthusiast. The discussion covers her unique background as a first-generation child of Taiwanese immigrants, her journey from a STEM-oriented career path to entrepreneurship, and the challenges she faced in male-dominated industries.

Carol shares insights into balancing the masculine and feminine energies in business, the importance of resilience and intuition, and how she leveraged her experiences to build successful businesses like Moto Vixens LLC and Iron Dog Media.

The episode also delves into Carol's philosophy of living without regrets, the significance of vision and strategy in entrepreneurship, and how she integrated her cultural values to navigate her career and personal life.

Highlights

{02:50} Introduction to Carol Carpenter

{08:34} Mindset in Business

{28:32} Masculine and Feminine Energy Balance

{39:15} Leverage and Perception

{34:05} The Concept of No Regrets

Carol Carpenter bio:

Carol is a first-generation child born in the United States with immigrant parents from Taiwan. She grew up experiencing the freedom of the American culture along with the deep rooted traditions of the Chinese culture, speaking both English and Taiwanese and was both Presbyterian and Buddhist. This unconventional upbringing has given her a unique perspective on how she views the world. Observing these vast differences allowed insight to various viewpoints and has shaped how she navigates her businesses and relationships. Being female in her culture and a child of the US with all its privileges, Carol was caught amid the clashing of two cultures and had to learn how to accept and integrate them both into her life.

Carol’s childhood greatly influenced the person she is today, from the innate sense of duty and responsibility to being accepting of all mindsets and backgrounds. The role as “big sister” to a large extended family taught her that understanding and compassion could greatly overcome all odds and has instilled a solid foundation of core ethics and values she incorporates in all aspects of her life. Undeterred by the limiting the beliefs and the duty placed upon her in her younger years, she went from her studies in pre-med to changing her major to business once her mother passed away, realizing that it was not her “calling.” Taking a chance, she went down her bucket list to discover a passion for motorcycles and it has since become her life’s work.

In 2012 she started MotoVixens LLC, a motorcycle track day organization. It was with a mission to be inclusive of all riders regardless of their gender, race and religion and without discrimination of the types of bikes they ride. MotoVixens focuses on education, safety, community and camaraderie and ensuring the preservation of the sport. In championing women in motorcycling and other industries, it is her desire to give them access without barriers and provide mentorship to help them succeed.

Carol is the mother of two boys, Christopher and Kevin. In her years in business, she has been a model, actress, stuntwoman, author, TedX speaker, voice over actor, racer, podcaster, hosted a reality show, has signature lines of products, is the Founder of MotoVixens, as well as Selenion Strategy Group, the Managing partner for Iron Dog Media and partner of The Amani Resorts and The Business Ethics & Education Commission and an Azure Printed Homes, Inc. Investor. She continues to champion women in every industry seeking opportunities to help others, elevate their lives, and encourage them to continue the trend of giving back. "We are all in this together and together we can make a difference."

Connect with Carol:

https://irondog.media

https://carolcarpentermedia.com

Carol Carpenter: Preview Oct 15, 2024

Show notes

In this podcast episode, guest Carol Carpenter is a successful entrepreneur, actress, stuntwoman, and motorcycle race enthusiast. The discussion covers her unique background as a first-generation child of Taiwanese immigrants, her journey from a STEM-oriented career path to entrepreneurship, and the challenges she faced in male-dominated industries.

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, October 17th

Google SEO & Traffic and Its Impact on our Business with Ira Bowman Oct 10, 2024

Show notes

In this podcast episode, seasoned marketing expert Ira Bowman dives into key challenges and strategies for new business owners navigating the SEO landscape. He highlights the primary roadblocks, such as time constraints and the complexity of SEO concepts, underscoring the need for increased awareness about SEO's significance.

Bowman draws an analogy between traditional 1950s marketing methods and today's digital approaches, emphasizing the traffic volume on Google and social media platforms. He addresses common misconceptions about social media, noting LinkedIn's relatively lower engagement than Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, which are crucial for business visibility.

Bowman advises against hard-sell tactics for growing social media followers, advocating for engaging and entertaining content, particularly video. He discusses budget allocation, contrasting the short-term impact of social media with the long-term benefits of SEO, and warns about the inefficiencies of PPC advertising.

Bowman advocates for continuous SEO monitoring and adjustment, emphasizing the importance of a well-ranked website. He also mentions his contributions to the book Strategic Growth for Leaders, which provides detailed insights into SEO and social media for small business owners. Bowman concludes with advice on understanding digital marketing and hiring professionals for complex tasks.

Highlights:

{06:05} Motivation for a comeback

{12:53} The greatest revelation of our time

{17:30} Red and green flags for algorithm experts

{22:00} Roadblock for New Business Owners Understanding SEO

{28:30} Strategies for Growing Social Media Followers

{33:30} Balancing Marketing Budgets

{39:30} Pitfalls of Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising

{44:30} Contributions to the Book "Strategic Growth for Leaders”

Ira Bowman bio:

Professionally, Ira is a marketing and sales expert, photographer, graphics designer, website builder, philanthropy owner, Search Engine Optimization content writer, and TEDx speaker. Ira has built a large social media following with six-figure following counts on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Ira Bowman holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University, where he graduated with a 3.916 GPA in Interdisciplinary Studies, with a concentration in Business and Religion. This says a lot about Ira, who has many interests and strives to do things excellently.

Over his 25-year career, Ira has worked in the restaurant, e-commerce, print, and marketing industries. Most of Ira’s career has been spent in a sales role in the print and graphics industry, helping small and medium-size businesses gain market share and increase sales. Since June 2020, with the launch of Ira’s business, Bowman Digital Media, Ira has focused on helping increase visibility for his clients on social media and increasing website traffic. The internet has become the main source of commerce, and visibility is important for increasing sales.

Ira Bowman has been married to Alicia Bowman since June 2000 and is a proud father of eight children, several of whom are now in college. The family is located in Southern California, just outside Los Angeles.

Connect with Kamin:

ira@bowmandigitalmedia.com

https://bowmandigitalmedia.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ira-bowman

https://www.instagram.com/irambowman

https://www.youtube.com/c/IraBowman_ProjectHelpYouGrow

https://twitter.com/irambowman

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