Fresh: He Lost YouTube Money + Got Banned… Then This Changed Everything | DSH #1816

Fresh pulls up at ComplexCon in Vegas and breaks down what most people get wrong about networking, rebuilding after setbacks, and staying ready for opportunity. After losing YouTube money and getting hit with an Instagram ban, Fresh explains how he had to reset, go in-person, and double down on real relationships—because networking is just adding value to other people. They also get into: ⚪the 6ix9ine interview going mega-viral ⚪why sports betting scandals feel like a robbery for average bettors ⚪why Fresh believes we’re already in a recession (repos, debt, job loss) ⚪why buying a new car is a trap ⚪the future of AI replacing jobs and why doomscrolling is killing people’s focus If you’re trying to level up your life, your network, and your mindset—this one hits. Chapters (Timestamps) 0:00 — Losing YouTube money + IG ban → “Reset” mindset 0:23 — Going in-person: travel + show up early for opportunities 0:37 — ComplexCon intro: Fresh pulls up in Vegas 0:55 — 6ix9ine interview went viral (50M views) 1:12 — 6ix9ine comeback + “snitching” debate 3:19 — NBA betting scandal: bettors feel robbed 5:00 — Recession talk: debt, repos, AI job loss 7:09 — New cars are a trap: $700/mo average payments 8:14 — Crypto talk + “shout out to Gary” moment 9:06 — Dating today + AI future: doomscrolling vs real life What You’ll Learn 👇 ✅ How to rebuild when you lose your biggest platforms ✅ A simple way to think about networking (without being fake) ✅ Why showing up in-person creates unfair advantages ✅ What the NBA “rigging” talk means for sports bettors ✅ Why car payments are crushing people right now ✅ How AI will change jobs — and what to do about it ✅ Why most people are distracted by the wrong things 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 💼 SPONSORS The Light Systems: https://www.thelightsystems.com/ Discount Code: SEAN Select Quote: https://www.selectquote.com/life-insurance 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Walter Weekes: https://www.instagram.com/secretorderlife/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. Keywords complexcon, fresh, fresh and fit, networking, rebuilding after failure, youtube demonetized, instagram banned, reset mindset, add value, in person networking, opportunity, 6ix9ine interview, viral podcast, nba scandal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.