What does 2026 really look like for business owners, investors, and everyday people?

In this New Year's edition of the 8th Gear Podcast, Joe and Cebron discuss the biggest questions shaping the future:

• Does politics actually affect your success?
• Where is the housing market headed in 2026?
• Which jobs will AI replace and which will thrive?
• How do you stay focused when everything feels chaotic?

From real estate investing and interest rates to AI productivity, goal setting, and the future of work, this episode is a raw, unscripted conversation about what actually matters going into 2026. They break down why successful entrepreneurs ignore the noise, focus on what they can control, and use technology as leverage, not a crutch.

They also cover:

• Property tax elimination
• AI replacing white-collar jobs
• Why time is the real currency
• NFL & MLB predictions
• How to think long-term in a short-term world

If you're an entrepreneur, investor, or builder navigating AI, economic uncertainty, and massive change, this episode will challenge how you think about success in 2026 and beyond.

#EighthGearPodcast #2026Outlook #AIAndBusiness #FutureOfWork #RealEstate2026 #EntrepreneurMindset #Productivity #ArtificialIntelligence #Investing #TimeManagement #BusinessPodcast

In this episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, Joe and Cebron dive deep into the intersection of money, relationships, personal responsibility, and modern culture. The conversation begins with America's growing issue of overspending and the disconnect between economic reality and consumer behavior. From there, the hosts explore how social media, marketing algorithms, and status pressure influence financial choices.

The discussion shifts into a candid examination of relationships, including why divorce rates remain high, how financial habits impact long-term compatibility, and why understanding "givers, takers, and matchers" can shape successful partnerships. Joe and Cebron also debate whether marriage should be viewed as a business arrangement, how political or ideological alignment affects couples today, and whether the younger generation should marry early or wait until establishing financial stability.

The episode concludes with a thoughtful conversation on parenting, discipline, work ethic, and the true source of happiness, not in consumption, but in production, purpose, and giving more than you take.

#Relationships #MarriageTalk #MoneyMindset #FinancialEducation #ConsumerCulture #Parenting #WorkEthic #Happiness #LifePurpose #EntrepreneurMindset #DatingStandards #Overspending #SelfImprovement

In this no-holds-barred episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, hosts Ron Walker and Joe Franky dive deep into the politics of productivity, purpose, and freedom, taking aim at Zoran Mamdani's socialist proposals for New York City.

This isn't your typical political debate. This is a conversation about what truly drives human fulfillment, and why entrepreneurship, ownership, and hustle matter more now than ever.

From critiques of Mamdani's ideology to a powerful breakdown of what actually leads to happiness (hint: it's not free stuff), this episode is for anyone who's building, grinding, and living life in full-throttle mode.

🔥 Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, creative, or just someone questioning the direction of society—this one will hit hard.

#Entrepreneurship #ZoranMamdani #CapitalismVsSocialism #NYCMayorRace #Productivity #CreativeFreedom #FinancialLiteracy #EighthGearPodcast #LifeInFullThrottle #BusinessMindset #PurposeDrivenLife

In this powerful episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, serial entrepreneur Mikel Lindsaar opens up about the raw, unfiltered truth behind building, scaling, and surviving as a founder.

From lying in the fetal position in the shower after losing a client, to walking 5km every single day — rain, hail, or airport delays — Mikel shares the mindset, discipline, and radical persistence required to build not just one, but seven companies, selling four successfully.

You'll learn:

• How to handle complete breakdowns as an entrepreneur
• When to persist — and when to walk away
• Why policy, structure, and responsibility are the secret weapons of scale
• The brutal honesty of replacing yourself in your own business

This episode isn't just for entrepreneurs. It's for anyone building something bigger than themselves and facing the inevitable resistance that comes with it.

"You don't fail until you give up." — Mikel Lindsaar

#Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #MikelLindsaar #BusinessGrowth #FounderJourney #GritAndResilience #MetaPulse #8GPpodcast #LeadershipLessons #MindsetMatters

What does real financial security look like in 2025 and beyond?

In this insightful episode of the Eighth Gear Podcast, we sit down with Theresa Bursey of Raymond James Financial to unpack modern wealth-building strategies, the impact of AI on financial advising, how to protect generational wealth, and what smart investing looks like in today's volatile markets.

Whether you're a financial advisor, a soon-to-be retiree, or an entrepreneur aiming to build (and keep) wealth, this conversation is packed with clarity, real-world examples, and priceless mindset shifts.

✅ Learn why robo-advisors won't replace real ones
✅ How to start investing even with small amounts
✅ The harsh truth about generational wealth loss
✅ How to prep for a 30+ year retirement
✅ And how to use AI to work smarter—not get replaced

#FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #RetirementPlanning #AIinFinance #EntrepreneurMindset #TheresaBursey #FinancialAdvisors #GenerationalWealth #InvestingTips #Budgeting101

In this episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, we sit down with powerhouse executive coach and leadership strategist Tasha, whose journey from personal banking to boardroom whisperer is anything but ordinary.

Tasha drops real talk on leadership, succession planning, toxic workplaces, and what it really takes to level up — both as a business owner and as a professional looking to rise.

Whether you're running a company, leading a team, or just hungry to evolve in your career, this episode is full of insights that hit different.

We cover everything from executive coaching, developing next-gen leaders, dealing with toxic execs, to gender gaps in leadership. Plus, things get spicy when the crew dives into the topic of equal pay in sports 👀.

💡 Pro tip: If you're a founder ready to get out of the weeds and build a real leadership team — don't miss the second half of this episode.

#LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #EntrepreneurMindset #ToxicWorkplace #SuccessionPlanning #WomenInLeadership #BusinessPodcast #EighthGearPodcast #LevelUpMindset #HighPerformanceTeams

Ever wondered what it takes to build a billion-dollar real estate portfolio — while raising a family and carving your own niche in a male-dominated industry?

In this episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, we sit down with Meg Epstein, founder and CEO of CA South, a woman-led commercial real estate development firm managing over $1 billion in assets. Meg shares her inspiring journey from managing mega-mansion construction in Beverly Hills to pioneering innovative short-term rental projects in Nashville and beyond.

We dive into:

✅ How Meg transitioned from finance to real estate development after the 2008 crash
✅ Secrets behind spotting emerging real estate trends before they go mainstream
✅ Building a business around niche markets like group travel and Airbnb-style condos
✅ Her candid insights on motherhood, work-life balance, and running a thriving business
✅ Real talk about grit, mentorship, and thriving as a woman entrepreneur in real estate

Whether you're an aspiring investor, seasoned entrepreneur, or a woman blazing your own path in business, this episode is packed with gold.

👉 Subscribe for more powerful conversations with leaders who are shifting gears and redefining industries.

#MegEpstein #WomenInRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #Entrepreneurship #WomenEntrepreneurs #AirbnbInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #NashvilleRealEstate #RealEstateDevelopment #8thGearPodcast

What happens when life throws you a massive curveball…like a heart attack?

In this inspiring episode of the 8th Gear Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Joel Parker — a successful veterinarian, entrepreneur, and business consultant — who shares the harrowing story of how he went from feeling invincible at 67 to collapsing with a blocked artery known as the "Widowmaker."

But instead of slowing down, Joel turned this crisis into the launchpad for his next big venture: My WTF Life — a mission to help entrepreneurs and veterinary professionals transform their own "WTF moments" into lives and businesses that are truly fulfilling.

Whether you're a business owner, a vet, or just someone seeking purpose, this conversation is packed with real talk on:

• Recognizing when you're merely "coasting" through life
• Turning health scares into entrepreneurial fuel
• Business advice for vets and entrepreneurs alike
• The power of tracking KPIs in any business
• How AI can enhance human connection in veterinary practices

And yes — Joel even shares insights from his Ted Talk and how he's expanding his business into China!

👉 Don't wait for life to shake you awake. Let this episode inspire your own leap into your WTF Life!

#MyWTFLife #Entrepreneurship #VeterinaryBusiness #BusinessConsulting #HeartAttackSurvivor #BusinessTransformation #VeterinaryLife #AIinBusiness #PersonalGrowth #TedTalk