The Geopolitical Shift Nobody Sees Coming | Dmitri Alperovitch

Today we sit down with Dmitri Alperovitch — co-founder of CrowdStrike, leading cybersecurity expert, geopolitical strategist, and author of World on the Brink.Dmitri has advised governments, predicted Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and is one of the world’s leading thinkers on cyber warfare, China’s rise, and the global fight for technological dominance.This conversation breaks down:-How China steals IP and accelerates its rise-The real reason Taiwan is the most important place on earth-How TSMC and semiconductor manufacturing shape global power-The new Cold War unfolding through cyber, AI, and economics-How CrowdStrike was built, scaled, and survived existential threats-The truth about nation-state hacking — China, Russia, Iran, North Korea-What the next decade of global conflict and innovation looks likeIf you care about entrepreneurship, global politics, cybersecurity, or the future of AI, this is a must-watch episode.Follow Jared and stay connected:https://www.instagram.com/jaredgoetzThe Jared Goetz Show is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.Learn more About Dimitri and 'World on the Brink' https://worldonthebrink.com/00:00 — Introduction00:14 — Introduction: Who is Dmitri Alperovitch?01:21 — China’s stolen IP and the greatest transfer of wealth in history02:35 — Dmitri’s background & how CrowdStrike was born04:33 — Competing with McAfee and building better cybersecurity06:15 — The power of combining technical + sales skills07:19 — Why every employee should be in “sales mode”08:38 — Messaging: why simplicity wins in tech09:54 — Founding team, early years & surviving startup chaos11:17 — How to prioritize when everything feels urgent12:12 — Habits, routines, and dealing with stress13:25 — Leadership philosophy & hiring A-players14:26 — Building a distributed company (before it was normal)16:49 — Why remote culture helped CrowdStrike scale19:07 — Lessons from being acquired multiple times20:52 — Operational discipline in a distributed team22:38 — Why quarterly in-person offsites matter24:06 — Investors doubted their remote-first model24:30 — When Dmitri knew CrowdStrike was onto something big27:13 — Staying stealth too long & learning the hard messaging lesson28:01 — Nation-state hacking: real threats & real motivations30:34 — How CrowdStrike changed the game in cyber defense35:13 — The competitor that forced their biggest pivot36:10 — Understanding China’s cyber units & global espionage39:37 — Why stolen IP does accelerate innovation40:49 — Economic warfare & the new Cold War41:17 — How geopolitics intersected with cyber for Dmitri43:54 — Predicting the Ukraine invasion months before it happened44:04 — Why Dmitri wrote World on the Brink48:28 — Why Taiwan matters: the chip supply chain explained49:07 — How TSMC became the most important company in the world54:02 — The true global risk if Taiwan goes dark59:15 — China’s strategic map & the first island chain

In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Sylvia Solit, founder of The Prime Process — a woman who’s bridged the worlds of high finance, shamanic healing, and conscious leadership.Together, they explore the truth about money, sex, power, and spirituality — and what it takes to stay awake in a distracted, dopamine-driven world. Sylvia reveals the deeper challenges that successful men face, the root of worthlessness beneath achievement, and how true freedom is born from discipline, presence, and spiritual connection.This is a must-watch if you’ve ever felt caught between ambition and peace, ego and purpose, or wondered how to align your success with your soul.00:00 – Opening clip: money, power, and sex consciousness01:00 – Meet Sylvia: awakening through accident03:00 – The mushroom experience that changed her life06:00 – Spirituality vs. financial success08:00 – What “awakening” really means today10:00 – Eliminating the victim mindset12:00 – Stillness in a distracted world14:00 – Social media, dopamine, and overstimulation18:00 – The illusion of “being busy”19:00 – Morning routines and mental discipline22:00 – Overcoming decision fatigue25:00 – Building resilience through structure30:00 – Following intuition vs. impulse33:00 – Listening to your body’s intelligence34:00 – The male struggle: validation, status, and addiction36:00 – Long-term joy vs. short-term pleasure40:00 – The hidden pain behind wealth and power43:00 – Worthlessness and the male psyche46:00 – Healing the ego through spiritual connection49:00 – Lessons from power, sex, and self-worth52:00 – Closing reflections: embodying your higher selfFollow Jared and stay connected:https://www.instagram.com/jaredgoetzThe Jared Goetz Show is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.Follow Sylvia: https://www.instagram.com/sylviasolit

Today we sit down with world-renowned performance coach Phil Daru — 5x Trainer of the Year, coach to 7 world champions, and over 200 professional athletes.This conversation goes far beyond fitness. We dive into elite performance traits, recovery science, discipline, routines, and the deeper “why” that drives success in life, business, and training.You’ll learn how to avoid overtraining, build confidence by keeping promises to yourself, structure the perfect week for lifelong health, and why balancing ambition with recovery is the real key to high performance.Follow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: ⁠@jaredgoetz⁠Website: ⁠jaredgoetz.com⁠YouTube: ⁠Jared Goetz⁠Spotify: ⁠Listen to the show⁠X (formerly Twitter): ⁠@goetzjared⁠TikTok: ⁠@jared_goetz⁠About The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Meet Phil Daru00:38 – Training Celebrities & Building Connections06:14 – Traits of High Performers07:15 – The Truth About Overtraining11:14 – Recovery Secrets: Sleep, Nutrition & Tools14:49 – How Fighters Cut Weight (and Recover)18:20 – Zone Training & Energy Systems Explained26:02 – The Perfect Week for Longevity & Performance29:00 – Mobility vs. Flexibility30:36 – Mind Over Limits: Unlocking Human Potential39:47 – Discipline, Routines & Building Confidence50:01 – Letting Go, Leadership & Sustainable Growth

What does it take to compete at the highest levels — from the PGA Tour to CrossFit World Championships and Olympic triathlons?In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Pierre-Henri Soero (Mr. Standard), professional golfer, CrossFit athlete, and coach, to uncover the secrets of discipline, energy, and resilience.Pierre shares how he built unshakable confidence by leaning into pain, choosing the harder path, and focusing on mental mastery. This conversation is about much more than sports — it’s about building the inner strength to stand out under pressure, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or anyone chasing excellence.In this conversation, Pierre reveals:Why energy and confidence are the foundation of peak performanceHow to push through pain and overcome mental blocksThe importance of daily discipline and choosing the hard pathLessons from golf, CrossFit, and triathlons that apply to business and lifeHow resilience builds true self-belief📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

How do you go from sewing gear in your garage to building a multi-million-dollar global brand?In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Suresh Madhavan, founder and CEO of 221B Tactical, to uncover his incredible journey from police officer to entrepreneur.Suresh began 221B Tactical after realizing firsthand the lack of quality gear for police, military, and first responders. What started on a yard-sale sewing machine in his garage has since grown into a worldwide tactical gear and apparel company serving those who protect and serve.This is a story of innovation, resilience, and a deep commitment to purpose. Suresh reveals how he built a thriving brand while staying grounded in service — and the lessons any entrepreneur can apply from his journey.In this conversation, Suresh reveals:Why he launched 221B Tactical while working as a police officerThe challenges of building products from scratch with zero resourcesHow he scaled his company into a global brandLessons on leadership, resilience, and serving a mission-driven audienceHis vision for the future of tactical gear and entrepreneurshipTimestamps:00:00 — Intro: Suresh’s story and police career beginnings06:20 — The problem that sparked 221B Tactical14:15 — Building the first products in his garage23:40 — Scaling from small beginnings to a multi-million-dollar brand37:10 — Lessons in resilience and service-driven leadership49:20 — The future of tactical gear and mission-driven entrepreneurship1:05:00 — Final reflections on purpose and impact📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

What is life really like inside the CIA — beyond Hollywood myths and government-approved narratives?In this powerful episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Lindsay Moran, former CIA operations officer and author of Blowing My Cover: My Life as a CIA Spy. Lindsay shares raw insights from her years undercover — from recruiting foreign agents to navigating safe houses, code names, and the immense personal cost of living a double life.This conversation goes deeper than spy stories. Lindsay pulls back the curtain on the CIA’s darkest experiments, the psychological tools of manipulation, and how political division and media algorithms are destroying connection in America today.In this conversation, Lindsay reveals:What it’s really like to recruit foreign agents and operate undercoverThe reality of CIA pay, perks, and ethical boundaries in the fieldThe hidden truth behind MK Ultra, LSD experiments, and metaphysical “Gateway Process” researchHow politics, social media, and algorithms are eroding trust and clarity in AmericaWhy she believes the country she once served may no longer exist — and how to rebuild something betterTimestamps:00:00 — CIA recruiting, code names & undercover life08:30 — Do CIA agents get rich? The reality of pay & perks12:45 — The process of recruiting foreign intelligence assets21:00 — Female CIA officers, honey pots & ethical boundaries29:40 — Escaping dangerous assignments & conflict zones34:20 — Tech myths vs. real CIA gadgets41:45 — The Gateway Process & metaphysical experiments48:10 — MK Ultra, LSD experiments & CIA’s darkest moments55:40 — Political division, media manipulation & foreign interference1:10:05 — Is the “America we knew” gone?1:25:40 — How social media is killing critical thinking & connection1:40:20 — Final reflections: grief, patriotism & what needs to change📚 ResourcesLindsay’s Book: Blowing My Cover: My Life as a CIA SpyJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

How do you go from $0 to building an e-commerce empire worth nearly $1 billion?In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Davie Fogarty, founder of multiple 8- and 9-figure brands including The Oodie, to uncover the story behind his meteoric rise in the world of e-commerce.Davie shares how he started from nothing, the mindset that carried him through setbacks, and the strategies he used to scale his businesses into global household names. This is a conversation about innovation, resilience, and the future of direct-to-consumer brands.In this conversation, Davie reveals:How he scaled from $0 to nearly $1 billion in salesThe key mindset shifts that fueled his entrepreneurial journeyLessons from building The Oodie and other successful brandsWhy failure and experimentation were critical to his successThe future of e-commerce and consumer behaviorTimestamps:00:00 — Intro05:15 — Starting from zero and early lessons14:40 — Scaling to 8- and 9-figure brands25:20 — The rise of The Oodie and global growth37:10 — How failure and testing drive innovation49:50 — Mindset shifts that separate top entrepreneurs1:05:30 — The future of e-commerce and consumer trends1:15:20 — Closing reflections on building an empire📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

What does it take to go from e-commerce entrepreneur to global leader in mindset and business mastery?In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Alex Fedotoff, widely recognized as one of the top e-commerce experts in the world, to uncover his journey from building massive online businesses to shifting his focus toward mindset, growth, and personal mastery.Alex shares how he scaled multiple 7- and 8-figure ventures, the lessons he learned about failure and resilience, and why mindset ultimately determines long-term success more than any tactic or strategy. This is a conversation about business, discipline, and the inner game required to achieve freedom and fulfillment.In this conversation, Alex reveals:His biggest lessons from scaling e-commerce brandsWhy mindset is the hidden key to sustainable successHow to overcome limiting beliefs and stay consistentThe role of failure in shaping resilience and strategyPractical frameworks for balancing ambition with inner peaceTimestamps:00:00 — Intro05:10 — Alex’s journey into e-commerce14:25 — Building multiple 7- and 8-figure ventures24:40 — Why mindset is the foundation of mastery36:15 — The role of failure in long-term success49:20 — Overcoming limiting beliefs1:03:40 — Final reflections on business and fulfillment📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

What does it take to go from 100 followers to building a thriving SaaS company that’s reshaping creator-driven marketing?In this episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Alex Heiden, founder of Paid, to uncover his incredible journey from experimenting with no-code apps to scaling multi-million-dollar software platforms.From accidentally going viral to launching a business that connects creators and brands on a performance-only basis, Alex’s story is a masterclass in innovation, adaptability, and long-term thinking.In this conversation, Alex reveals:How he went from 100 to 100K followers in just 95 daysThe rise of no-code platforms and how they’re transforming entrepreneurshipWhy performance-based creator marketing is the future of advertisingHow to build without technical skills or massive startup capitalThe mindset shifts that lead to sustainable successTimestamps:00:00 — Intro: Who is Alex Heiden?06:30 — From 100 followers to 100K in 95 days12:45 — Going viral by accident18:20 — Building his first no-code app with zero tech background25:15 — The future of creator marketing and dropping CPMs36:40 — Why SaaS is the real path to long-term wealth45:20 — Staying authentic while building a business52:10 — Mindset shifts for sustainable success1:05:30 — Final reflections: Creating impact in a changing world📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.

What does it take to break free from addiction and rebuild a life of clarity, faith, and purpose?In this deeply personal episode of The Jared Goetz Show, Jared sits down with Adam Jablin — renowned recovery mentor, entrepreneur, and speaker — to uncover his extraordinary journey from alcoholism and self-destruction to self-mastery and service.Adam opens up about growing up in a successful family business, battling inner demons, and the breaking point that led to surrender and transformation. He shares raw lessons on resilience, the psychology of compulsive behaviors, and why true fulfillment comes not from material success but from peace, purpose, and personal growth.This conversation is a masterclass in overcoming limiting beliefs, rewiring your mindset, and creating lasting change. Whether you’ve faced addiction or simply struggle with self-doubt, Adam’s story offers powerful tools for transformation.In this conversation, Adam reveals:The illusion of external success vs. inner emptinessHis battle with addiction and the breaking point that changed everythingWhy surrender is the ultimate power moveThe impact of addiction on family and relationshipsHow to find fulfillment beyond material successThe psychology of compulsive behaviors and how to break freeThe secret to lasting change, discipline, and faithTimestamps:00:00 — The illusion of success vs. inner emptiness05:20 — Adam’s battle with addiction: the early signs12:45 — The breaking point and the road to recovery21:30 — Why surrender is the ultimate power move29:15 — The impact of addiction on family and relationships37:50 — Finding fulfillment beyond material success46:30 — The psychology of compulsive behaviors55:10 — Adam’s transition from business to coaching1:05:20 — The secret to lasting change and discipline1:15:45 — Lessons on resilience, faith, and purpose📚 ResourcesJared’s Book: The Overnight Success Playbook: Breakthrough Strategies For Life & BusinessFollow Jared and stay connected:Instagram: @jaredgoetzWebsite: jaredgoetz.comYouTube: Jared GoetzSpotify: Listen to the showX (formerly Twitter): @goetzjaredTikTok: @jared_goetzAbout The Jared Goetz ShowThis is where we go deeper. We don’t just talk about achievements—we explore the heart, the mindset, and the sparks that drive extraordinary journeys. If you want the unfiltered truth behind success, you’re in the right place.