From $50 to the State Senate | Faith & the American Dream ft. Senator Steven Choi

This episode isn’t about politics.It’s about calling, conviction, and staying in the fight when nobody believes in you.Senator Steven Choi came to America with $50, an accent, and zero guarantees.Years later, he became the first Republican in 44 years to defeat a sitting Democratic Senator in California — with almost no party support and a fraction of the money.In this deeply personal episode of Coffeez for Closers, we talk about:• Losing elections — and realizing defeat was the setup• Faith when the math doesn’t make sense• Why comfort is the enemy of calling• Being rejected by your own party — and winning anyway• Immigration, identity, and building legacy in America• Why leadership starts long before titles ever show upThis conversation is honest, grounded, and timeless.Not hype. Not politics.Just purpose over position.If you’ve ever felt overlooked… written off… or told it was “too late” — this episode is for you.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Andy Oliva, Founder & CEO of Lucky Day Labs — a creative AI agency helping companies navigate one of the biggest shifts of our lifetime.This isn’t an AI hype conversation.It’s a grounded, honest discussion about where technology is actually headed — and how humans fit into the future.Andy breaks down:- Why AI isn’t here to replace people — but to free them- How businesses should adopt AI without losing culture, trust, or soul- The real risk behind chasing every new AI tool- Why creativity, judgment, and leadership still matter more than ever- What it takes to build systems that augment humans instead of eliminating themFrom AI voice agents to product design, customer experience, leadership philosophy, and the ethics of automation — this episode goes deeper than most AI conversations you’ll hear.If you’re a founder, operator, creative, or leader trying to make sense of AI without selling your humanity, this one’s for you.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

One of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on Coffeez.Bill Inman isn’t just a data guy — he’s the man who’s been shaping how the industry thinks for more than three decades.Real estate cycles, valuation models, risk, trends, the real drivers behind the market… Bill has seen it all before everyone else.He built companies before the space had a name.He predicted shifts most people only understood years later.And he’s still operating with the sharpness of someone who refuses to coast.This episode isn’t loud.It’s precise.It’s the kind of conversation you listen to twice — especially if you’re in mortgages, real estate, or you’re trying to understand the future of housing.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

What happens when a Wharton MBA tears up his diploma on camera… and hands the keys to a new company to an 18-year-old with zero business experience?You get the Anti-MBA movement — and the birth of One on One Media.In today’s episode, Joe sits down with David R. Guttman, serial founder, investor, and servant-leadership advocate… and Anna Prudchenko, the 18-year-old who went from summer intern to CEO in just three weeks.This episode challenges everything you’ve been taught about education, leadership, career paths, and what it really takes to build something meaningful.If you have kids… if you're questioning college… if you're a founder trying to hire better… or if you’re rebuilding your identity as a leader — this one is mandatory.📌 About the GuestsDavid R. GutmanEntrepreneur, investor, and creator of The Anti-MBA — a program designed to mentor founders, build companies, and invest up to $500K into the next generation of entrepreneurs. Formerly misdiagnosed with terminal cancer at age 24, David rebuilt his life around service, impact, and leadership rooted in heart.IG: @davidgutmanYouTube: Official David GuttmanAnna PrudchenkoJust graduated high school. Three weeks later: CEO of One on One Media. Anna is building her company publicly from the ground up, documenting the wins, the mistakes, and the real process of learning entrepreneurship through action — not academia.Follow her journey: @oneofoneofficialTop producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

In this episode, Joe sits down with Kurt Avery, founder of Sawyer Products — the company saving millions of lives through clean water and humanitarian innovation.What started with a simple first aid product has grown into a global mission: providing life-changing water filtration to over 80 countries and partnering with 140 nonprofits around the world. From military-grade repellents to filters that cost just 30 cents per person to produce, Sawyer is reshaping what it means to build a business that gives more than it takes.Kurt shares the faith, strategy, and wisdom behind giving away over 90% of his profits, why he believes God’s hand is in every drop, and how true success is measured by the lives you change — not the numbers you keep.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

In this episode, Joe sits down with Chené Micah Williams — known online as Pacemaker Chené — a 26-year-old trainer whose story is a literal heartbeat of faith and resilience.Born with a rare congenital heart condition, Chené received a pacemaker at just 16. What most would see as a setback became his greatest source of strength. Through his brand Pace Fitness, he’s built a movement that blends physical training with mental and spiritual health—showing others how to “pace” themselves through life’s toughest rounds.We talk faith, fitness, and finding purpose through pain. This conversation is a reminder that every breath is a blessing, and that God’s timing never misses.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

In this episode, Joe sits down with Setema Gali — former Super Bowl champion turned leadership coach and founder of Game Changer.Setema went from winning an NFL championship to losing it all — his cars, his home, even his Super Bowl ring — before rebuilding his life from the ground up. What started as door-to-door sales became a journey of faith, discipline, and redemption that now fuels his mission to help others do the same.We talk about overcoming failure, turning pain into power, and why the comeback is always stronger than the setback. Setema’s story is proof that faith and grit can rebuild anything — if you’re willing to do the work.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

Joe sits down with Anton Krecic, founder and CEO of Seven Weeks Coffee — the faith-based brand turning your morning ritual into a mission.After learning that pregnancy centers receive little support despite being the front line for life, Anton started Seven Weeks Coffee with a radical model: donate 10% of every sale to pro-life clinics nationwide. In just two years, his startup has given over $600,000, funding ultrasounds, mentorship, and real help for women in crisis — all through a simple cup of coffee.We talk faith, entrepreneurship, stewardship, and the courage to build a business around conviction. Anton’s story proves that purpose doesn’t have to cost profit — it can multiply it.If you’ve ever wondered how to live your values through business, this episode will light your fire.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

Stephen Scoggins went from sleeping in a borrowed car to building multiple 8-figure companies. But here's what most people don't tell you: he almost lost everything after the exit.In this episode, Stephen reveals the framework that took him from broke to 8-figures—and then taught him how to actually KEEP the money, the health, and the sanity.You'll discover:✅ The exact mindset shift that separated him from other entrepreneurs (it's not motivation)✅ How to scale without self-destructing (the "Lion & Lamb" principle)✅ Why slowing down is your biggest competitive advantage in business✅ The spiritual framework behind sustainable success (not just hype)✅ How pride and ego tank deals—and how to spot it before it costs you millions✅ The exit strategy nobody teaches: what to do AFTER you winThis is for founders, sales leaders, and entrepreneurs who are tired of the grind-at-all-costs mentality. Stephen breaks down how stillness, faith, and intentional leadership become your unfair advantage.If you've built something but lost yourself in the process—or you're about to—this conversation will reset your entire approach.Top producers at E Mortgage Capital are earning more per deal—with faster closings, better tech, and no junk fees.👉 Learn more: https://join.emortgagecapital.com

In Ep 39, Joe sits down with Sugar Shane Mosley, one of the most electrifying fighters in boxing history—three-division world champion, Hall of Famer, and legend who’s faced everyone from De La Hoya and Mayweather to Pacquiao and Canelo.From picking up gloves at 9 years old to becoming one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters in the world, Shane opens up about what it really takes to win—mentally, physically, and spiritually. He talks about training his son Shane Mosley Jr. (now fighting for a world title), how discipline shaped his career, why modern boxing has gone soft, and how the fight game—and life—have changed over the decades.This is more than a boxing interview. It’s a masterclass in mindset, fatherhood, and faith, from a man who’s lived every round of it.