In this episode, we sit down with Ray Lugo, who shares the story of a near-death experience that changed everything. What started as a relaxing day on the lake with family turned into a fight for survival when sudden waves and exhaustion pulled him under. After helping someone else get to safety, Ray found himself alone, out of energy, and sinking. He was convinced that he met his end.
But instead of fear, he describes a moment of peace, clarity, and vivid reflection. After surviving the near death experience, it helped change Ray's approach on life.
This conversation goes far beyond survival. It’s about letting go, reconnecting with purpose, and shifting how we see life itself.
Topics Discussed in This Episode:
- The events leading up to Ray’s near-death experience
- What it felt like to mentally prepare for death
- Processing fear, stillness, and surrender
- How the experience reshaped Ray’s perspective on life
- The importance of breathing
- What it means to live with intention after surviving
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Ep 19 - DaddyDayClub
In this episode, we sit down with Zyad, the creative force behind Daddy Day Club, to talk about chasing dreams while showing up as a present parent. Z shares his journey from DJing Toronto nightclubs to working in data analytics all while building a brand focused on modern fatherhood. We dive into the reality of being a dad with big goals: the balance between family and ambition, his experiences launching startups, and how he’s reshaped what success looks like. Topics Discussed: The creation and mission behind Daddy Day Club Z’s journey being a DJ Struggles and lessons from failed startups Parenting, presence, and generational expectations Letting go of perfection and redefining success
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Episode 18 - Ron Foxcroft
In this episode, we sat down with Ron Foxcroft. He is a referee, entrepreneur, and the inventor of the world-famous Fox 40 pealess whistle. Ron shares the incredible journey of turning a refereeing frustration into a global product used by the NBA, NHL, NCAA, and even the military. But the story doesn’t stop there. Ron talks about officiating Olympic basketball, building Fluke Transport, and his experience meeting with the Queen of England. From cold calls and missed flights to entrepreneurial grit and family legacy, this episode is packed with life lessons, hilarious stories, and raw honesty from a man who never stopped betting on himself.
Topics Discussed:
- Inventing the Fox 40 and changing sports forever
- Refereeing the 1976 Olympic gold medal basketball game
- Building Fluke Transport and surviving in trucking
- Meeting the Queen and the story behind a royal gift
- Lessons on leadership, work ethic, and giving back
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Episode 17 - Bryan Hannon
In this episode, we sit down with Bryan Hannon, founder of Trinity Sauna Inc., to hear the raw and powerful story behind his personal transformation. After battling substance abuse, going through a divorce, losing his job, and hitting rock bottom with a DUI arrest, Bryan rebuilt his life from the ground up.
He shares how that breaking point led him to sobriety, fatherhood, and a new mission—creating a safe space for physical and emotional healing. From cold plunges to deep conversations, Trinity Sauna became more than a wellness facility—it became a community built on vulnerability, growth, and second chances.
Topics Discussed in This Episode:
The night Bryan hit rock bottom and how it changed everything
How sobriety reshaped his purpose and relationship with his son
Creating Trinity Sauna as a space for healing and mental health support
The power of vulnerability and holding space for others
How contrast therapy and cold exposure impact more than just the body
Rebuilding life through fitness, fatherhood, and small daily actions
Why men need to talk—and how Bryan is helping make that happen
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Episode 16 - Reginald Matthew Michael Wesley Adamantium Green Werner Lochner Grey
Reginald Matthew Michael Wesley Adamantium Green Werner Lochner Grey, but you can call him Reggie. That’s not the name his parents gave him, it’s one he chose for himself. Even if it makes ID checks a bit more complicated, it’s all part of Reggie’s unique story. In this episode, Reggie shares his experiences living a nomadic lifestyle, creating content out of his trailer, and crossing paths with unforgettable people. He reflects on his early days in filmmaking before the tech boom, his encounters with the paranormal, and his journey through substance use. Now in a new chapter of life, Reggie talks about his addiction to learning, his search for purpose, and what it’s like to start a family later in life. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The story behind his name and how it causes trouble Filmmaking before all the new technology Living a nomadic lifestyle and van life content creation Paranormal and extraterrestrial experiences Substance use His recent found addiction to learning Starting a family at a later age
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