THE PARABLES®: Where Inspiration Meets Action—and Enjoyment. Hosted by Ejay Cruz, this podcast is your gateway to powerful stories and life-changing conversations, all delivered with a dose of vibrancy. Each episode features lively, engaging discussions with extraordinary guests—trailblazers, visionaries, and unsung heroes—who reveal the experiences and lessons that shaped their paths to success. But it doesn't stop there. Ejay also dives deep into his own life, sharing candid thoughts on pe ...
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084 Serving Those Who Served w/ Roland Vandenberg
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USMC Veteran and entrepreneur Roland Vandenberg , owner of Romeo Echo Real Estate, shares his story and passion to end veteran suicide with his non-profit, Operation Jump 22. Thank you to our sponsor Podcorn: https://podcorn.com Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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083 Automation & Systems w/ Nick Fitzgerald
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U.S. Army Veteran turned entrepreneur Nick Fitzgerald went from opening gyms to becoming an e-com genius, running an 8-figure business and working with some of the top influencer brands today. Looking to pay it forward and give back to those looking to reach financial freedom, Nick also has become an industry leader in financial services. Support t…
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082 Make Good Moves w/ Marissa Garavito
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Marissa Garavito is the founder of Make Good Moves, a nonprofit that helps raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and the head fitness coach of Self Made Training Facility of West Covina. Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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081 UNF***YOURSELF w/ JP Pena
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JP Pena is a Marine combat veteran and the #1 Real Estate Advisor in Los Angeles. Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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080 Mentorship & Focused Learning w/ Sharran Srivatsaa
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Sharran Srivatsaa is the CEO of Kingston Lane, a push-button technology execution platform for real estate. A former Goldman Sachs banker and Silicon Valley entrepreneur, Sharran most recently grew Teles Properties by 10x in 5 years and architected its acquisition by national powerhouse Douglas Elliman. In this episode, we discuss his story, the po…
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079 The Riverside Rocky w/ Josesito López
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"The Riverside Rocky" professional boxer Josesito López . Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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078 Internal Dialogue w/ Anthony Woods
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Three time IFBB Pro Olympian Anthony Woods discusses the mindset and internal dialogue behind training, bodybuilding, and attacking your personal goals. Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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077 Just DIY w/ The Slushgod
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Slushgod takes us back to the origins of how the independent, all-inclusive lifestyle/streetwear brand Slushcult was created, embracing his DIY values. Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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076 Man Up w/ Bedros Keuilian
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On this episode of The Parables, I sit down with best-selling author, speaker and business consultant Bedros Keuilian. As the founder and CEO of one of the nation’s fastest growing franchises, Fit Body Boot Camp, and an investor in companies ranging from subscription software platforms, digital ad agencies, and coaching services, Bedros discusses h…
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075 Be Who You Want To Be w/ Chase Hero
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Chase Hero shares his story leading up to where he is today, co-founding the infamous Watchers Eye group. In addition, he shares his insight on social experimenting, success, and the pursuit of happiness. Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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074 The Path w/ Shadi Bakour
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Shadi Bakour, CEO & co-founder of PathWater and Forbes 30 under 30 shares the story behind the water bottle brand that’s disrupting the industry with reusable aluminum water bottles and whose mission is to help end single-use plastic pollution. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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073 Hustle & Network w/ Bryan Pham and Maggie Chui
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Founders of Asian Hustle Network, Bryan Pham & Maggie Chui, discuss the story and mission behind the fast growing community. Thank you to our sponsor Podcorn: https://podcorn.com Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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072 8 Figures A Year w/ Frankie Quiroz
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Frankie Quiroz shares his story and the mindset behind building online brands that produce 8 figures a year in sales. In addition, Frankie gives his insight on seeking the life you desire, using money as a tool, capturing a market, generating quality leads, and dropshipping. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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071 Being Calm & Focused w/ Christopher Duarte
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Pro boxing coach and personal trainer Christopher Duarte shares the mindset behind the sport of boxing and how it relates to life. Thank you to our sponsor Podcorn: https://podcorn.com Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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069 Bedside Nurse Turned Entrepreneur w/ Georgina Villarreal
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Georgina Villarreal is a registered nurse turned entrepreneur. She is the founder of the community She Can Be Both and executive to the nurse start up app Holliblu. Thank you to our sponsor Podcorn: https://podcorn.com Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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068 Looking For Opportunities & Sourcing w/ Nate Sedgwick
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Nate Sedgwick shares how he started Sourcing Mojo, a service firm that helps business owners and entrepreneurs source suppliers, factories, and products from Asia. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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066 Breaking Barriers w/ Ryan Tillman
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Ryan Tillman is a loving family man, police officer, speaker, and the founder of Breaking Barriers United, an organization focused on not only repairing the bond between law enforcement and the public, but on youth and community through impactful workshops and mentoring programs. His work with students, parents, education professionals, community l…
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One of the most beautiful things about being in a relationship is the ability to grow. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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064 Taking Initiative w/ Naomi Marin
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Listen during episode 64 as internationally acclaimed beauty educator, Naomi Marin, shares her story of triumph as a modern day entrepreneur. During this discussion, she shares her failures and hardships that helped drive her to start her first unofficial business at 9, to being fired from a corporation and launching her beauty agency and coaching …
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Keep the promises you make to yourself before you demolish your self trust! Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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062 Being of Service To People w/ Jamil Syed
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Jamil Syed shares how he overcame adversity & alcoholism and now serves people through his businesses and non profit. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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060 Experience Life WIth Passion ft. Sergio Bruna
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Entrepreneur, published author, speaker, and entertainer Sergio Bruna shares how he walked his path and now is on a mission to motivate, inspire, and empower others. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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The only person you should be trying to meet is... the ultimate version of you! Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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Raise the bar every year! Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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057 Connecting With People ft. Ben "BTEK" Chung
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Kaba Modern, Jabbawockeez, and Kinjaz member / legendary dance choreographer Ben "BTEK" Chung shares how his passion turned into a fulfilling career. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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We all struggle, don't let other people fool you 👊 . Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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I promise you there are more good people than bad people in this world. To find those good people, you have to take ownership and initiative and put yourself out there to meet them 🤝. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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Friends, family, colleagues, peers, society in general can sometimes put so much pressure on us to know what we want, or what our purpose is, or what our goals are, or how we will get there, and when we should get there. Well, I'm here to tell you that IT'S OK NOT TO KNOW! (to a certain extent). I hope ya'll can relate 🙏! Support the show…
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055 Side Hustles & Downstar w/ Frank Garcia
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Frank Garcia shares how a car build eventually led him start Downstar, a company that specializes in dress-up hardware and engine bay accessories. In addition, Frank shares his perspective as an entrepreneur, podcast host, and family man. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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053 Dealing with Judgement w/ Marc Anthony Paz
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MarcAnthony Paz is a 19 year old entrepreneur who shares his experience of starting businesses at a young age while dealing with the pressures of society. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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040 Progression w/ Andy Audate
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Andy Audate is an author, millennial motivational speaker, and serial entrepreneur who shares how he struggled with bullying at a young age to making his first $1 million dollars and the founder of the Progression Conference. Andy's book: No More Average Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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052 Going All In w/ Truong Kim
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Restaraunteur Truong Kim shares how he went all in on his business ideas and the importance of being happy and fulfilled. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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036 COLLECTIVE THURSDAYS - Stoplights
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We tend to want to reach our destination or goals right away but what we don't realize is the most important part of the journey isn't the destination, but what's taking place during. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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051 Take It & Run With It w/ Jason Tam
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My good friend, entrepreneur Jason Tam shares how he started his career in the fitness industry as a personal trainer at a corporate gym, to now owning his own gym: Self Made Training Facility West Covina here in Southern California. In addition, Jason shares his insight on being a franchise owner, building a team, and leadership. Support the show…
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050 Unlock Your True Potential w/ Andy Dane Carter
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Real Estate expert, author, speaker, podcaster, and mentor Andy Dane Carter shares his story and the mentality leading up to his success. In addition, Andy gives his insight on real estate, the process of unlocking your true potential, and how giving & serving people first has played a vital role in his journey. Andy's book: 100 Doors Support the s…
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048 Bridging Fitness & Mental Health w/ Lauren Pon
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Lauren Pon is a personal trainer turned entrepreneur and co-founder of Powerwolf Athletics, an organization that empowers it's members to design their own sustainable lifestyle with a mission to bridge mental and physical health. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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047 The King of Covers w/ Jason Ellis
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Jason Ellis "The King of Covers" shares how he turned his passion for photography and film into a successful career, w/over 500+ fitness magazine covers, Jason is now directing a new film starring Mark Cuban. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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046 Side Hustle & 365 Driven w/ Tony Whatley
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Author, speaker, engineer, and entrepreneur Tony Whatley. Tony's book: https://amzn.to/31wmfSl Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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034 The ReUp with Emmett T. Smith & Brotein Dean
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Just got my hands on another mic, so I had to bring back not one, but two The Parables Hall of Famers: Emmett T. Smith from EP. 001 and Brotein Dean from EP. 019. We got a little out of control, but I promise you there is a lot to take away from our dialogue. Enjoy! Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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045 Touching The Dream w/ Edwin Arroyave
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CEO & Founder of Skyline Security Management and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Edwin Arroyave shares his story from Colombian immigrant to now operating one of the fastest growing smart home protection companies in the world. Moreover, Edwin shares the winning mindset needed to manifest your goals. Support the show…
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044 Sales Domination w/ Joe Semaan
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Joe Semaan joins The Parables and shares his insight and expertise on human performance in the sales and business universe. Joe has mentored and spoken to over 300 organizations in over 20 industries including audiences for giants like Microsoft, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Equinox and many other leaders in the financial, technology, professional…
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043 RESETting w/ Mike Gonzalez
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Mike Gonzalez shares his journey of leaving his 9-5 job, RESETting his life, breaking into the fitness industry, and creating a unique approach to fitness group classes through his company Thrīvsource Fitness. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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030 Catching Up w/ Paul T. Tran
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On this episode, I was able to catch up with my good friend Paul T. Tran from EP. 011. We shared a lot of insight and perspective on various topics including fear, confidence, impact, learning from your past, podcasting, serving your community, and more. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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041 Taking Ownership w/ Brodie Kern
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Serial entrepreneur, speaker, and real estate investor Brodie Kern shares how he survived alcohol & drug addiction and how taking ownership has led him to inspire and empower others to overcome their afflictions. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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039 Recruiting & Opportunities w/ Andrew Cruz
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Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Andrew Cruz shares how his discipline mindset was developed and how he shifted from being a Military service member to an entrepreneur. Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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038 Adversity & Gratitude w/ Marcus Aurelius Anderson
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My good friend TEDx speaker, Keynote speaker, and author Marcus Aurelius Anderson shares his perspective on adversity and gratitude. Marcus' book: https://amzn.to/2mZO1s0 Support the showEjay Cruz | @itsejaycruz által
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037 Skateboarding, Passion & Investing w/ Mikey Taylor
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Professional skateboarder turned entrepreneur Mikey Taylor hops on The Parables podcast and shares how he was able to use his income as a pro athlete and invest it into passive-income producing assets. Moreover, Mikey gives us his insight on passion and how he used that to build some successful companies. Support the show…
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028 Behind The Vision Podcast
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Few months back, I was invited to be on the Behind The Vision Podcast hosted by Dustin Chau. This was my first time being a guest on another podcast and let me just say it was a lot of fun being on the other side of the mic (instead of being the host). In this episode, we discuss The Parables, networking, building self-confidence, and more. If you'…
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035 We Are Our Reality & Healthy Eating w/ Billy Anderson
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After losing an athletic scholarship opportunity and losing to a lawsuit that destroyed his business, Billy Anderson shares how he was able to re-purpose his drive and passion into what is now his companies Go Fresh & Lean Bites Bakery. Further, Billy also gives his insight on taking ownership, strong work ethic, and his approach to healthy eating.…
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033 Sales, Visualizing & the Rhino Mindset w/ Ali Zamany
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Ali Zamany shares his story of how he built the single largest door to door sales force earning the title "D2D King." Deciding to venture off on his own, Ali shares what it took to eventually get his companies American Smart Home and Smart Home PRO to 8 figure revenues. In addition, he gives his personal take on sales, visualizing, and the mindset …
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