Ivan Raiklin: The Most Investigated Man in America Breaks His Silence | DSH #1692
In this raw, uncensored conversation, Ivan breaks down what it’s like to be one of the most investigated voices of this generation — and why he refuses to back down.From COVID, censorship, and January 6th, to Silicon Valley insiders, big tech power, and how narratives are manufactured, this episode dives into the systems most people never get to see. Ivan shares firsthand experiences from inside government, intelligence, and tech — and explains why independent media matters more than ever.🎯 What You’ll Learn From This 👇🧠 How narratives are shaped and controlled🚫 Why censorship escalates when power is challenged🏛️ How government authority actually functions behind the scenes💻 The real relationship between Big Tech and politics🔥 Why independent voices matter more than ever⚖️ What happens when you refuse to comply📉 The cost of truth in the digital ageChapters0:00 – “The Most Investigated Man”2:10 – Refusing to Bend the Knee4:50 – Censorship Across Every Platform7:00 – Why Mainstream Media Is Avoided9:10 – Government Power & the Overton Window12:30 – COVID, Control, and Coercion15:10 – January 6th & What Wasn’t Shown18:40 – Silicon Valley, Big Tech, and Influence23:30 – Who Really Holds the Power31:30 – The “Final Boss” of Politics🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST:Ivan Raiklin - https://www.instagram.com/ivan_raiklin/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordscensorship, government corruption, free speech, independent media, big tech power, silicon valley insiders, political censorship, first amendment, january 6 discussion, covid censorship, media manipulation, truth vs narrative, power structures, investigative journalismSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Dec 2h 6min
Nelson Mcllveen: 🔥 “Dark Water” Is Spreading Across the U.S. | DSH #1691
Trusted Sentry H2O Water Filtration Systems: https://sentryh2o.com/?aff=DSHMost people assume and confirm it’s safe.It’s clear. It tastes fine. It’s regulated.But what if everything you’ve been told about tap water is wrong?In this episode, we sit down with Nelson from Century H2O to unpack what’s really happening to water across the U.S.—from “dark water” in the Southwest to pharmaceutical runoff, microplastics, PFAS, heavy metals, and industrial water prioritization.🎯 What You’ll Learn From This 👇🚰 What “dark water” actually means🏭 Why industrial demand is reshaping city water systems🧪 What contaminants standard filters don’t remove🧠 How water quality affects energy, skin, and hydration👶 Why water matters even more for kids and families🚿 How showers impact your health, not just drinking🌍 Where U.S. water systems are headed next⚠️ Why “regulated” doesn’t always mean “safe”⏱️ Chapters 0:00 – What Is “Dark Water”?2:30 – Why the Southwest Is Running Out of Clean Water5:10 – Where Your Tap Water Actually Comes From7:40 – Pharmaceuticals, Hormones & Microplastics11:20 – Why Most Filters Only Fix Taste14:10 – How Industrial Water Gets Priority17:30 – Flint, Ohio & Real-World Water Crises21:50 – Why Showers Matter as Much as Drinking26:30 – Alkalinity, Oxygen & Hydration Explained33:10 – The Long-Term Health Cost of Ignoring Water🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST:Nelson Mcllveen - https://www.instagram.com/sentryh2o/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordstap water safety, dark water explained, water filtration, PFAS in water, microplastics drinking water, water crisis USA, alkaline water, clean water health, industrial water usage, home water filtration, reverse osmosis myths, drinking water contaminants, water quality health, shower water absorptionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Dec 50min
Sharay Hayes: Why Older Rich Men Secretly Hire Younger Guys for Their Wives | DSH #1690
Male sexuality, anxiety, performance issues, older men hiring younger men for their partners, the Diddy/Cassie scandal, the court system, and what REALLY goes on behind closed doors — Sharay Punisher Hayes breaks down everything with raw honesty, no filters, and decades of experience in a world most men will never see.From 30 years as a male entertainer, to being unexpectedly pulled into one of the biggest celebrity trials of this decade, to solving his own ED issues without pills, to understanding the psychology of anxiety, aging, testosterone, and men’s hidden fears — this episode goes deeper than any mainstream conversation about men, sex, masculinity, and mental performance.📚 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN🧠 How anxiety creates ED even when your body is fine💊 Why pills fail when cortisol spikes🔥 How free testosterone affects libido more than total testosterone🕒 Why older wealthy men outsource sexual performance👀 Rare insight into hidden sexual dynamics at the elite level⚖️ How his testimony shifted the narrative in the Diddy trial📉 The psychological pressure men face when performing with women🧬 How hormones, diet, fasting, and SHBG ruin sex drive📹 Why high-profile men need to document every encounter💪 How men can rebuild confidence without pills or surgeryCHAPTERS0:00 – Why some older men hire younger men for their partners1:10 – Sharay Hayes explains the real reason he wrote his book2:03 – ED is 50% mental: anxiety, cortisol, and performance pressure3:10 – Pills vs. psychology: why most men are treating the wrong problem4:45 – Total testosterone vs. free testosterone: the real libido marker6:20 – Diet, fasting, hormones, and SHBG: silent killers of male drive8:35 – Pressure from being a male stripper & how it destroys confidence12:00 – The environment of male entertainment & inflated male ego16:00 – Inside the Diddy/Cassie encounter and how Sharay was involved29:00 – Male safety, recording encounters & the new reality for men🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST:Sharay Punisher Hayes - https://www.instagram.com/getpunished/?💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 KEYWORDS male performance anxiety, ED mental causes, Sharay Hayes interview, The Punisher stripper, Diddy trial witness, Cassie lawsuit truth, men testosterone free vs total, cortisol ED, male sexuality psychology, elite sex dynamicsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Dec 49min
Joshua Browder: Why AGI Is Further Away Than Silicon Valley Claims | DSH #1688
Companies are getting stronger, consumers are getting squeezed, and the government isn’t stepping in — so Joshua Browder, the CEO & founder of DoNotPay, built the world’s first “robot lawyer” to fight back.From beating parking tickets in 2015… to building AI vs. AI negotiation tools, refund bots, anti-spam traps, data-privacy nukes, and free-trial shields — Browder shares how his company is quietly saving people millions by taking on landlords, airlines, telecom giants, data brokers, debt collectors, and more.📚 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE🤖 How DoNotPay uses AI to negotiate with giant corporations📞 Why “AI vs. AI” battles are the future of customer service💰 The $1,500 spam-call trick and how it legally works💳 How free-trial surfing prevents unwanted charges🏠 How AI helps recover security deposits & fight corporate landlords🧑🎓 Why Joshua invests in dropouts instead of Big Tech veterans🚀 The real traits of billion-dollar founders (from the Teal Fellowship)🧠 Why AGI isn’t as close as Silicon Valley says🏗️ How to identify ideas that are actually businesses, not jargon🌍 Why consumer power is shifting — and how to reclaim yoursCHAPTERS0:00 – Why companies are gaining power and consumers are losing it0:42 – Introducing Joshua Browder at AI41:07 – The evolution of DoNotPay: From tickets to AI phone negotiations2:00 – AI vs. AI: How bots negotiate with Comcast & telecom giants2:52 – Refunds, rent disputes & fighting corporate landlords3:56 – The $1,500 spam-call trap card (genius feature explained)5:00 – Free-trial surfing & fintech tools that save consumers money6:55 – The Teal Fellowship, Peter Thiel, and building billion-dollar founders10:46 – Why Browder invests in dropouts over Big Tech employees12:52 – AGI debate, startup clarity, and the future of consumer AI🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST: Joshua Browder - https://www.instagram.com/joshuabrowder12/https://www.threads.com/@joshuabrowder12💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 KEYWORDSJoshua Browder, DoNotPay, robot lawyer, AI negotiation, AI consumer tools, AI vs AI, Comcast negotiation bot, free trial surfing, spam call trap, TCPA compensation, data broker removal, nuclear privacy, Peter Thiel Fellowship, Teal Fellow, startup investing, dropout founders, young founders, Silicon Valley, AGI debateSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Dec 19min
Josh Snow: I Made $100M Fast… Here’s What Nobody Tells You After | DSH #1687
Your first business probably won’t be your billion-dollar business — and that’s the point.In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we break down what actually happens after success, what money does (and doesn’t) fix, and why adaptability — not hustle — is the real superpower in modern entrepreneurship.🎯 What You’ll Learn From This 👇🧠 Why adaptability beats hustle every time💰 What making money fast actually feels like📉 Why money amplifies who you already are🔄 How creators became modern billionaires📱 Why TikTok replaced traditional platforms🌍 How attention drives the new economy👨👩👧 Why family, values, and identity still matter🚀 What the next global wealth transfer looks like⏱️ 10 Short Chapters0:00 – Your First Business Won’t Be the One2:20 – How Creators Became Billion-Dollar Brands6:30 – Fame, Power, and Cultural Indoctrination11:10 – Why Most People Fear Change13:10 – Access, Learning, and Network Effects18:15 – TikTok, Attention, and the New Economy21:00 – Making $100M Fast (And the Aftermath)24:40 – Why Money Amplifies Who You Are29:40 – Family, Masculinity, and Responsibility38:45 – The Biggest Wealth Transfer in History🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST: Josh Snow - https://www.instagram.com/joshsnow/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsentrepreneur mindset, creator economy, billionaire psychology, adaptability vs hustle, making money fast, wealth transfer, tiktok economy, success mindset, personal growth, money and happiness, entrepreneurship podcast, modern capitalism, creator brands, generational wealth, self development, masculinity and purpose, american dream, business lessons, viral podcast, life after successSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Dec 44min
The Pillow Guy: Came to America With $300. Built a 9-Figure Company. This Is His Story. | DSH #1689
From dropping out in 7th grade… to building a $60M+ custom pillow empire… to becoming the go-to creator for Kardashians, Logan Paul, Netflix, Paramount, Eminem, DJ Khaled, Paris Hilton and dozens more — this is one of the wildest American Dream stories ever told on the show.Oleg Lee, founder of All About Vibe, breaks down how he came to the U.S. with $300, bought a junkyard car, worked construction without speaking English, and spent 10 years failing before finally building one of the most unique and profitable DTC brands in the country.📚 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE💼 How to build a profitable business without funding, English skills, or connections🧵 How Oleg created a product category with zero competitors🚀 Why DMs are still the most underrated growth tool🇺🇸 The truth about “immigrant mentality” and why it outperforms comfort❤️ How to choose the right partner in life & business🧠 Why consistency beats every “big moment” narrative🏃♂️ How running marathons strengthens leadership & emotional resilience👨👩👧👦 Parenting lessons from leading by example🔢 How he scaled to $60M+ despite dropping out and barely writing English💰 His plan to sell for $100M and what it takes to get thereCHAPTERS00:00 - Intro00:26 - Starting a Business Journey01:36 - Meeting Logan Paul05:45 - Family Life: Wife and Kids10:00 - Quince: A Unique Perspective11:02 - Setting End Goals in Life14:19 - The Importance of Running17:32 - Running Marathons in All 50 States19:48 - Toughest Race David Ever Completed20:54 - David's Mindset for Success22:23 - Education and Parenting Philosophy26:15 - The Toughest Sports to Master28:00 - Importance of Self-Defense for Men29:44 - Custom Pillows: Where to Order30:23 - Like and Subscribe!🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST:That Pillow Guy - https://www.instagram.com/thatpillowguy/?https://linkpop.com/allaboutvibe💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 KEYWORDS Oleg Lee, All About Vibe, custom pillows, DTC success story, immigrant mentality, American Dream, Logan Paul pillows, Kardashians pillows, celebrity gifting, DM outreach, entrepreneurship, founder story, dropped out in 7th gradeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16 Dec 30min
Pronounced Dead at 16… Then He Rebuilt His Life Ryan Zofay's Untold Recovery Story | DSH #1686
From childhood trauma and addiction at age 11… to being pronounced dead at 16… to facing 25-to-life, losing everything in an FTC lawsuit, rebuilding from nothing, becoming a 600-employee CEO, speaking on Tony Robbins’ stages, and helping thousands heal — Ryan Zofay shares one of the most powerful transformation stories ever told on this show.In this raw conversation, Ryan opens up about the abandonment, violence, and addiction that shaped him, the rage that controlled him for years, the moment he finally forgave his father, and the deep emotional work that rebuilt his identity from the inside out.📚 What You’ll Learn From This Episode🧠 Why men chase money, women, status — and still feel empty💔 How childhood trauma creates lifelong patterns of “not enough”🔥 The psychology behind anger, avoidance & emotional addiction🔄 How to rewrite your identity and break generational cycles🪞 How inner-child work & trauma processing actually work🧩 Why rock bottom moments can become your greatest leverage💼 Leadership lessons from scaling to 600+ employees🎤 How public speaking builds confidence & emotional regulation🌱 How healing yourself multiplies your success🕊️ Why forgiveness — especially of parents — is the key to freedomChapters0:00 – Filling the Void: Why Success Didn’t Fix the Pain0:36 – Meet Ryan: Trauma, Addiction & Rolling Deep1:04 – Growing Up Unsafe: Drugs at 11 & Streets at 121:45 – Pronounced Dead at 16 & Facing 25-to-Life2:50 – Parental Abandonment, Abuse & the Origin of “Not Enough”5:19 – The Final Conversation With His Father8:12 – Emotional Avoidance, Trauma Triggers & Inner Child Work13:44 – Rage Addiction & The Path to Emotional Mastery15:34 – Hitting Rock Bottom: FTC Lawsuit, Loss & Reinvention21:46 – Masterminds, Purpose & Becoming a Transformational Leader🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST: Ryan Zofay - https://www.instagram.com/ryan.zofay/?💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywords Ryan Zopay, Digital Social Hour, trauma recovery, addiction recovery, emotional mastery, inner child work, childhood trauma, father wound, healing journey, Tony Robbins speaker, We Level Up, leadership coachingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16 Dec 40min
Omar Bailey: From Getting Denied Jordans to Designing for the NFL & Icons | DSH #1684
Everyone wants “overnight success,” but Omar Bailey is here to tell you the truth: it doesn’t exist.In this episode, Omar — cofounder of Factory Lab, former Head of Innovation Lab at Yeezy, and designer behind some of the wildest shoes in culture — breaks down what it really takes to build something iconic over decades, not months.📚 What You’ll Learn From This Video👟 Why footwear is one of the hardest, most capital-intensive products to build🚫 The #1 startup rule Omar lives by: never make the same mistake twice⏳ Why “overnight success” is a myth and why taking your time actually wins🧠 How working at Yeezy completely rewired his creative brain🧪 How Factory Lab “sandbox thinking” turns half-baked ideas into real products🤝 Why the right cofounder & investor “dream team” can change your entire trajectory🔁 How failures in cleats, collabs, and launches built unshakable confidence🎯 Why young creators need to trade urgency for mastery and long-term focusCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Omar Bailey’s Keanu Reeves Interview06:06 - Factory Lab: Footwear Incubator10:18 - Quince Brand Overview11:23 - Boring Footwear Trends13:03 - Yeezy Days Discussion15:43 - Writing Your Own Biography16:40 - Becoming a Shoe Designer19:30 - The Myth of Overnight Success22:45 - Visionaries on Roku Episode 425:02 - Finding Omar Bailey Online25:37 - Like & Subscribe🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com👤 GUEST: Omar Bailey - https://www.instagram.com/theomarbailey/?https://www.instagram.com/fctrylab/https://therokuchannel.roku.com/enguard/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywords Omar Bailey, Factory Lab, Heart and Sole book, Heart and Soul Omar Bailey, Yeezy, Kanye West sneakers, sneaker design, footwear design, startup advice, don’t make the same mistake twice, overnight success myth, ComplexCon interview, Keanu Reeves Visionaries, Roku Visionaries Omar Bailey, duck boot collabSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
15 Dec 25min
