From booze-free beverages to Tom Cruise running like his life depends on it, Phil Shalala and Anthony Batt cover it all in this episode of Relentless.

They dive into the booming non-alcoholic drink scene, Elon Musk’s chaotic Twitter legacy, and the AI-fueled transformation of the job market. Are we prepared for the wave of automation coming for white-collar gigs? (Spoiler: not really.) Batt and Shalala call out the growing skills gap in education, the undervaluing of trades, and why practical, hands-on knowledge is about to make a big comeback.

Add in a few hot takes on urban living, some NBA/NHL updates, and a breakdown of how timing and dumb luck can make or break your business and you’ve got a relentless ride through the future of work, culture, and chasing greatness.

Strap in. It's smart, sharp, and a little wild, just how we like it.

Is Adam Neumann the Teflon Don of tech bros? In this episode of Relentless, Phil Shalala and Anthony Batt dissect how VC money keeps falling into the laps of the same charismatic (and occasionally questionable) founders—looking at you, Adam. Despite a WeWork implosion of biblical proportions, Neumann is back, flush with fresh cash. Why do investors keep betting on the same wild cards, and what does it say about the ethics—or lack thereof—in venture capital?

The conversation punches through everything from personal resilience to Mike Tyson’s comeback spirit to the internet-breaking debate of our time: could 100 men really take down 1 gorilla? (Spoiler: probably not.)

As always, it’s unfiltered, insightful, and a little unhinged—in the best way. Tune in for entrepreneurial war stories, moral questions with no easy answers, and a reminder that being relentless isn’t just about grinding—it’s about growing.

Ready to rumble? Hit play.

This week on The Relentless, Phil Shalala and NFL Super Bowl champion Lonie Paxton are back from spring break and ready to dive in. From juggling parenting in a screen-filled world to navigating the business side of golf (yes, golf!), they get into how life, sports, and startups all demand the same thing—mental toughness. They swap stories on resilience, patience, and how those lessons play out both on the green and in the boardroom. Plus, some thoughts on the NFL draft, rebuilding the Patriots, and why even the “small” roles in sports are anything but simple. It’s a laid-back but insight-packed convo you don’t wanna miss.