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The Way Of The 1 Percent

Yovel Peretzpodcasters.spotify.com
The Way of the 1 Percent Success has no single path, and no universal measure. But in every field, there’s the top 1 percent—those who redefine what’s possible. The Way of the 1 Percent takes you into the minds and lives of individuals who’ve reached the pinnacle of their fields. From elite athletes and groundbreaking entrepreneurs to resilient individuals who’ve turned adversity into triumph, we’ll uncover the principles, beliefs, and untold stories that set them apart. These are the people who’ve pushed boundaries, overcome failures, and carved their unique paths to greatness.
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Episodes

Becoming the 1%: Identity, Power, Trauma, and the Discipline to Choose Yourself with Light Stone

What does it actually mean to live as the 1%—not in money, but in identity, discipline, and self-mastery? In this raw, wide-ranging conversation, Light Stone breaks down how elite performers are shaped—not by comfort, but by intention, pain, and relentless personal responsibility. From loneliness and leadership to trauma, masculinity, magnetism, relationships, and the cost of becoming exceptional, this episode pulls no punches. This is not motivational fluff. This is a blueprint for those willin...

Feb 03, 20261 hr 7 min

The Future of Human Optimization: Hyperbaric Healing, Nervous System Mastery & the Mindset of the 1% — with Dr. Scott Sherr

In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, Yovel Peretz sits down with Dr. Scott Sherr — one of the world’s leading physicians in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, integrative health optimization, and co-founder of the globally recognized health company Troscriptions . Dr. Sherr breaks down the real foundations of peak performance, the traps most people fall into when chasing “optimization,” and the one habit he believes outweighs every supplement, lab test, or cutting-edge therapy. He also shares...

Dec 05, 202550 min

Facing Your Darkness, Rewriting Your Story & Becoming Unstoppable — with Benjamen Duffy

This is one of the most raw, vulnerable, and transformational conversations ever recorded on The Way of The 1 Percent. Yovel sits with Benjamen Duffy —licensed therapist, podcaster, model, and creator of Spiritual Fxckboy —to explore the deep work of confronting pain, healing trauma, dissolving old identities, and becoming the most liberated, expressed version of yourself. Benjamen shares his journey from crippling depression, self-hate, and identity collapse… to spiritual awakening, radical own...

Dec 03, 202552 min

Purpose, Responsibility & Becoming Your Best Self: A Deep Conversation with Rabbi Wilhelm

This episode is a masterclass on purpose, resilience, and living a life that goes far beyond the self. Yovel sits down with Rabbi Wilhelm of Chabad at CU Boulder —his personal rabbi and spiritual mentor—to explore what young people are missing today, why depression and purposelessness are skyrocketing, and how to build a fulfilling, mission-driven life anchored in hard work, love, boundaries, and responsibility. The Rabbi shares stories from his early years, how he handled decades of challenges ...

Nov 28, 202542 min

From Prison to Purpose: How Cameron Lundstrom Broke the Cycle, Beat the Odds, and Built a Healing Movement

This episode will stop you in your tracks. Yovel sits down with Cameron Lundstrom, founder of NAS Recovery Solutions—a man who went from childhood trauma → addiction → four prison terms → facing a 30-year sentence → cancer → and STILL turned his life into a mission that now helps thousands. Cameron’s story isn’t just about sobriety. It’s about identity, faith, responsibility, purpose, and the power of rewriting your internal world to transform the external one. If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck in...

Nov 26, 202542 min

Coaching, Data & Truth: How Functional Medicine Fuels the Top 1% with Dr. Sam Shay

Yovel sits down with functional medicine expert Dr. Sam Shay to explore what truly separates the top 1% from everyone else—on a physiological , mental , and emotional level. Dr. Sam opens up about growing up neurodivergent, discovering he’s on the spectrum later in life, and how that shaped his path into functional medicine, genetics, and even stand-up comedy. Together, they unpack how to listen to your body, when to push and when to pause , and why coaching + data + truth are the non-negotiable...

Nov 21, 202545 min

From Provider to Peaceful Papa – Redefining Winning as a Man, Father & Leader (with Ravi Rothenberg)

Men are taught to provide and protect … but rarely to feel and connect . In this episode of The Way of the 1% , Yovel sits down with Ravi Rothenberg – “The Peaceful Papa” – to talk about the other side of masculinity: emotional fitness, presence, and legacy. This isn’t soft talk. It’s about power, polarity, and learning how to show up fully at home and in business. 💬 In this conversation: 🧠 How Ravi’s first big relationship breakdown forced him to learn emotional mastery – not just success 💪 ...

Nov 14, 202529 min

Healing Isn’t Survival — It’s Rebirth | Dina Tova Beer on Trauma, Psychedelics & True Wholeness

In this raw and honest episode of The Way of the 1% , host Yovel Peretz sits down with Dina Tova Beer — a clinical social worker, natural medicine facilitator, and yoga teacher — for a real conversation about what it means to truly heal. Is healing just about getting through the pain… or about rising into who we’re meant to be? 🌿 What We Talk About: The real meaning of trauma — and how it disconnects us from ourselves Why healing isn’t about “fixing” but about remembering who we are How psyched...

Nov 12, 202533 min

Why I Didn’t Kill Myself — Defiant Spirit, Suicide, and Men’s Mental Health with Dr. Baruch "B" HaLevi

In this raw and powerful episode of The Way of the 1% , host Yovel Peretz sits with Dr. Baruch HaLevi — therapist, men’s coach, and founder of Men's Peer Groups — to talk about suicide, purpose, and the defiant power of choosing life. 💔➡️💡 Dr. Baruch opens up about growing up in a family marked by three generations of suicide, standing on a 13th-floor ledge two steps away from ending his life, and the moment he decided to break that legacy for his wife and four kids. Together, they explore: 💭...

Nov 10, 202532 min

🔥 Title: Start With Why: Building a Business That Changes the World

In this solo episode of The Way of the 1% , host Yovel Peretz shares the heart behind his mission — why he built Let’s Do Podcast , how it grew from one small studio in Boulder to multiple spaces, and why every business should start with why . 💡🌍 💬 What’s Inside: The Power of Purpose — “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it.” Yovel breaks down how understanding your why can transform your business and your life. From Coaching to Creation — How his journey as a youth coach evolv...

Nov 07, 20255 min

Chasing Titles vs. Chasing Meaning: Why Ashish Kothari Walked Away From Corporate “Winning”

In this episode of The Way of the 1 Percent, host Yovel Peretz talks with Ashish Kothari — former McKinsey partner and now founder of Happiness Squad — about trading status for purpose. 🌱 We cover: 💼 Leaving “success” Ashish hit the top: global consulting partner, money, recognition. But he felt anxious and disconnected. He explains the gap between karma (what you do) and dharma (what you’re here to do) — and what happens when they don’t line up. 🌍 The crisis at work Only ~20 percent of peopl...

Nov 05, 202531 min

War, Business, and the Cost of Decisiveness — Eli Cohen on the Mindset of the 1%

In this episode of The Way of the 1 Percent, host Yovel Peretz sits down with Eli Cohen — IDF veteran, sniper, and high-tech business leader — for a real conversation about war, purpose, and making decisions like the top 1%. 💼⚔️🔥 What we cover:Biggest battle wasn’t war — it was coming home.Yovel and Eli share the challenge of returning from combat and being expected to act “normal.” You’re not the same person anymore. 🇮🇱➡️🇺🇸War vs business (they’re NOT the same).In war, the cost is life. I...

Nov 02, 202535 min

Home Birth, Raw Fatherhood, and Living Like the 1% with Daniel Eisenman

In this episode of The Way of the 1 Percent, host Yovel Peretz sits down with Daniel Eisenman — founder of Tribe Vitamins, host of the Breaking Normal podcast, single father, and walking testosterone audit — for a conversation about real masculinity, discipline, and love. 🥩💪👨‍👧What we get into:👶 Home birth in a beach apartmentDaniel tells the story of helping deliver his daughter at home (no hospital, no drugs). His partner is blacking out from pain, the doula wants to intervene, and he’s t...

Oct 31, 202550 min

Love vs Legacy: How to Build Deep Relationships Without Losing Your Mission – with Jayson Gaddis

In this powerful and vulnerable episode, we sit down with Jason Gaddis, founder of The Relationship School, to unpack what it really takes to create lasting, meaningful relationships—especially for high-performing, driven individuals.Jason shares hard-earned wisdom from two decades of marriage and counseling, revealing the emotional realities behind successful relationships, why prenups can be both helpful and harmful, and what it means to truly “co-create” a life with your partner.We also explo...

Apr 14, 202533 min

From Struggles to Strength with Carlos Hernandez

In this episode, we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Carlos, as we explore his journey of adapting to life in the U.S. after moving at 14. From his experiences learning English to navigating cultural barriers, we get an inside look at the challenges and growth that come with change. 🌱🔑 Key Highlights:🏅 Cultural Adaptation: Carlos shares the funny moments and lessons learned while trying to master English, including a hilarious story from gym class.🌎 Living Abroad: We discuss how accen...

Mar 23, 202541 min

Rising from the Ashes - Jack Gindi’s Journey of Resilience & Legacy

In this powerful episode of The Way of the 1 Percent, we sit down with entrepreneur and mentor Jack Gindi—founder of the I Believe in Me Foundation—to talk about resilience, rebuilding after financial collapse, and turning pain into purpose. Jack opens up about overcoming bankruptcy, creating a movement to empower kids, and honoring his late son, Sean, with a lasting legacy.💡 Key Takeaways✅ Resilience in Business & Life – How Jack bounced back from financial ruin.✅ Living with Purpose – Why...

Mar 16, 202543 min

Beyond the Mat: Strength Through BJJ - Daniel B.Steele

In this episode of The Way of the 1 Percent, we dive into the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and how it mirrors the principles of personal growth. Join us as we explore how the discipline, mindset, and techniques of BJJ can help you overcome obstacles and develop the resilience needed to succeed in life. Whether you're a seasoned martial artist or new to the sport, this conversation will inspire you to apply the lessons learned on the mat to elevate your life off it.Key Takeaw...

Mar 07, 202539 min

Burn The Ships - Tony Cavaliere

When was the last time you burned your ships? When was the last time you fully committed to your dream and did something no one else dared to do? Life is too short to stand on the sidelines and do nothing. Most people in the world don’t even know how to take responsibility for themselves. We fear challenges and stick to what’s easy. Meanwhile, our leaders can barely walk because they’re too old.Tony and I talked about everything—no topic was off-limits. This is an extraordinary episode that just...

Feb 27, 202534 min

We Built Real Estate Worth $2.5 Billion - Brad Blash

The Ultimate Real Estate Masterclass – A Conversation with Brad BlashThis isn’t just another real estate lesson—this is the most powerful, eye-opening real estate masterclass you’ll ever experience.Brad Blash has built over $2.5 billion worth of real estate in his lifetime, but his journey didn’t start with money, connections, or a fancy Ivy League degree. He built his empire from absolutely nothing—no wealthy family backing him, no shortcuts—just pure grit, relentless work ethic, and an unshaka...

Feb 10, 202553 min

What Defines True Beauty in the World? - Kem Minnick

The Modern World: Fame, Beauty, and Power—A Raw and Unfiltered Conversation What do you think about today's world? Where OnlyFans stars are more famous than NBA players? Where men dye their hair blond and paint their nails pink? Will Trump bring back a strong and powerful America with "real men"? And what does it truly mean to be a beautiful woman in the business world? Kem and I dove deep into everything—from start to finish—in one of the most open and thought-provoking conversations we've ever...

Feb 03, 202537 min
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