The Code To Winning

The Code To Winning is an engaging podcast that centers around insightful interviews with a diverse range of guests, including business leaders, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and CEOs. With a compelling motto, “Insights you need today to seize the world tomorrow,” the podcast delves into the strategic and practical aspects of success in the dynamic world of business. Through in-depth conversations, listeners gain valuable perspectives and strategies from accomplished individuals who have navigated the complexities of the business landscape. Those who know what it takes to win. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established professional, The Code To Winning offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to empower you on your journey to success. Tune in to unlock the secrets and strategies that can propel you towards achieving your goals in the ever-evolving business world.

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Episodes

Tuesday Sep 02, 2025

Distribution is the new currency 
 
In this episode, I sit down with Dave Behar, the visionary CEO and Founder of ICON, established in 2000. Dave has spent decades building and scaling ION – the Network of Champions – a powerful localized, interactive, multi-platform digital broadcast network. With a footprint that spans 25,000+ local channels, affiliates, and social platforms, ION connects audiences with content through sports, health, family, entertainment, nutrition, business, and more. Its mission is to empower creators, brands, organizations, athletes, and teams with distribution channels that guarantee reach, engagement, and ROI.
 
During our conversation, Dave breaks down the evolving world of distribution and why it is the single most important piece for content creators today. He shares how ION’s unique model enables hyper-local and hyper-targeted programming, giving creators and brands the ability to not only share content but also monetize it effectively through social commerce, partnerships, and community-driven networks. Whether you’re an influencer, a business, or a creative entrepreneur, understanding distribution is key to scaling your message—and Dave explains exactly how ION delivers this advantage.
 
This episode is packed with insights for anyone serious about growing in the digital space. From leveraging localized channels to maximizing brand reach across ION’s vast network, Dave offers a rare inside look at the future of content distribution. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your message in front of the right people—or how to turn your content into real impact and revenue—this conversation will give you the roadmap.

Monday Sep 01, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Lolo Harris, a rising professional boxer born in San Bernardino, California. At just 21 years old, Lolo has already built an impressive 11-1 record with 7 knockouts, proving himself as one of the most exciting young fighters to watch.
 
Trained alongside some of the best in the sport, including the same coaches who work with current pound-for-pound king Terence Crawford, Lolo opens up about the mentality it takes to compete at the highest level. He shares why boxing isn’t just a sport for him—it’s everything—and how discipline, focus, and mindset fuel his journey inside and outside the ring.
 
This conversation dives into his path so far, the lessons he’s learned in the gym and under the lights, and what the future holds for a fighter determined to leave his mark on boxing.

Saturday Aug 30, 2025

Rudy Gomez is a real estate entrepreneur who began his journey at just 17 years old as a realtor’s assistant. After earning his license, he went on to work with top brokerages like Keller Williams and Berkshire Hathaway, gaining valuable experience in investment real estate and building his own property portfolio. This foundation set the stage for his greatest venture yet: Acquire’d.
 
As the CEO & Co-Founder of Acquire’d, Rudy is leading a new era in real estate. Operating in the competitive California market, Acquire’d specializes in sourcing off-market properties, negotiating deals, and delivering seamless transactions for investors and homebuyers. By combining cutting-edge tools with deep local expertise, the company is redefining transparency, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
 
In this episode, Rudy shares his journey from the ground up, what it took to transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, the importance of mentorship and networking, and the hard truths about wholesale real estate. He pulls back the curtain on the strategies and secrets that have helped him close countless deals and build a thriving real estate empire.
 
Whether you’re an aspiring investor or simply curious about how wholesale real estate really works, this conversation is packed with actionable insights, bold truths, and hard-hitting advice.

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025

From the battlefield to the American corporate , and through the darkest valleys of addiction, Joey Stone, has lived a journey of breaking walls and rediscovering true connection. An Army Veteran, IT Expert, Speaker, and Business Owner, Joey now leads a movement that’s changing lives: ReFind You.
 
In this powerful episode, Joey shares:
* His personal battle with addiction and how he found freedom through connection.
* Why disconnection is often the root cause of addiction—and how reconnecting with yourself, others, and God can heal.
*The creation of ReFind You, two powerful 3-day immersive experiences designed to help people break free, release what’s been weighing them down, and step into a life of deeper meaning and purpose.
* His mission to show that transformation is possible—no matter how broken your past may feel.
*This conversation is about more than recovery—it’s about hope, healing, and human connection.
 
👉 Join ReFind You: Experience the life-changing immersives that help you rediscover who you truly are. (Parts 1 & 2 held 30 days apart.)
If you’ve ever struggled with addiction, disconnection, or feeling stuck , Joey’s story will show you that you are not alone, and freedom is possible.

Saturday Aug 16, 2025

From flipping pizzas and working construction to generating over $2 billion in revenue wand building five multimillion-dollar businesses, Justin Prince’s journey proves that failure isn’t the end it’s the foundation.
 
In this powerful episode, Justin opens up about his humble beginnings, the collapse of his first business that left his family below-zero financially, and the season of life when his wife and kids lived in a 1-room loft above his in-laws’ garage, with the kids sleeping in the closet.
 
We dive deep into:
* "Be The One"  Justin’s transformative book that has inspired hundreds of thousands to rise above circumstances and create their own success story. * The creation of Make Wellness and its ambitious trajectory to hit $100 million in revenue in its first year.
* How he’s shared the stage in over 20 countries with icons like John C. Maxwell, Jamie Kern Lima, and Ed Mylett.
* Why failure was his greatest investment and how it became the fertilizer for his extraordinary success. J
 
ustin’s story is proof that you don’t need a perfect past, a college degree, or a straight path to create a life of impact, wealth, and purpose.

Wednesday Aug 13, 2025

In this episode, I sit down with Janae Thompson — Entrepreneur, Boy Mom to four, Business Owner, Widow, Writer, Blogger, and lover of all things beautiful.
 
We dive into her entrepreneurial journey: when it began, how she met her husband Grant Thompson, and how together they scaled and grew their business while raising four boys. Janae opens up about the devastating loss of her husband, navigating life after tragedy, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, business, and family.
 
Grant Thompson, creator of The King of Random, built his YouTube channel to over 6 million subscribers before discovering how to scale his work and reclaim his life . Grant tragically passed away in 2019, the channel continued to grow and now reaches over 12 million subscribers with new hosts carrying on his vision.
 
Janae shares what life was like during the most stressful periods of their journey, and beyond loss. How life has been running business after the loss of her husband. This is a story of love, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and building a legacy that outlives you.

Monday Aug 11, 2025

From the humble shores of Tonga 🇹🇴 to building multiple six-figure businesses in the United States, this is the inspiring journey of Nafe Latu entrepreneur, master networker, and co-founder of the Freedom Golf Retreat.
 
Born and raised in the Kingdom of Tonga, Nafe moved to the U.S. in June 2011 seeking better opportunities. By 2018, he had carved out his own lane as a Master Celebrity Barber, later expanding into multiple successful ventures. Along the way, he developed a passion for positive psychology, understanding that to elevate our businesses, we must first elevate ourselves. His mission is simple yet powerful: help others become unbroken in life, family, and business.
 
Today, Nafe is also the co-founder of Freedom Golf Retreat, alongside his business partner Austin Freeman. Combining Austin’s competitive love for golf with he's passion for the sanctuary it brings, the two created a one-of-a-kind retreat experience.
 
Freedom Golf Retreat offers:
Access to three of Southern Utah’s best courses
A luxury five-day, all-inclusive stay in stunning Southern Utah
Elite networking opportunities with like-minded professionals
Personal and business growth through shared experiences
 
This episode dives deep into Nafe’s immigrant story, the challenges he’s faced, the mindset shifts that changed his life, and how building strong relationships has been the key to driving revenue and creating freedom.

Saturday Aug 02, 2025

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Dr. Ghassan Souid, a Syrian refugee who once lived his dream as a medical doctor—only to have it all ripped away by war. Ghassan opens up about his life in Syria before fleeing to the United States, sharing the challenges, heartbreak, and resilience that have defined his journey. A man of deep compassion and unshakable purpose, Ghassan reflects on the emotional weight of leaving his home, his career, and the identity he built as a Doctor.
 
Despite being highly qualified doctor he’s unable to practice the profession he loves due to laws and few restrictions. Through his words, you’ll hear both the frustration and longing of a man who still dreams of healing others.
 
The episode also touches on the unbearable personal loss Ghassan has experienced. He recounts the moment his brother was killed by a direct rocket strike—an experience that continues to haunt him. Yet, through it all, his love for medicine has never faded. Ghassan speaks passionately about what being a doctor means to him, and why the call to serve remains alive in his heart.
 
Above all, this is a story of perseverance. Ghassan honors the hope America has given him and his family, while also challenging the healthcare system to create a path forward for refugee doctors like himself. His story is not just one of pain—it's one of purpose, potential, and a plea for possibility.
 
This episode is a powerful reminder of the human spirit’s capacity to endure, heal, and rise again. If you've ever doubted your purpose, your path, or the impact of one voice—listen to this.

Wednesday Jul 30, 2025

Jared Briggs was born into a proud, hardworking blue-collar family—where showing up, grinding it out, and earning your keep were the marks of a good man. And while he deeply respects those roots, Jared always felt a pull to forge his own path. In this powerful episode, Jared shares how walking away from the “safe” path—including dropping out of college—became the single best decision of his life, opening the door to purpose, passion, and profit through entrepreneurship.
 
Over the past eight years, Jared has built a thriving insurance business by mastering a simple truth: people don’t just buy policies, they buy trust. He breaks down the techniques and strategies that helped him scale, earn big, and most importantly—help thousands of people protect their families and financial futures. But business alone wasn’t enough. Jared’s mission led him to create Invictus Nation, a community and coaching platform designed to build up men—personally, professionally, and spiritually.
 
As a husband, father, and mentor, Jared lives by the principle: “Be the Master”—of your mind, your habits, and your future. He dives deep into the mindset shifts required to transition from survival mode to strategic leadership, and how entrepreneurship has forced him to become a more grounded, driven, and purpose-led man.
 
This episode is a blueprint for anyone ready to step into the life they were meant to live. Whether you’re just starting your journey or ready to scale, Jared’s story proves that success doesn’t come from playing it safe—it comes from betting on yourself.

Thursday Jul 24, 2025

In this powerful and inspiring episode, we sit down with Congressman Burgess Owens—former Super Bowl champion turned education advocate and U.S. legislator. From the NFL field to Capitol Hill, Owens shares the remarkable story of his transformation from professional athlete to public servant, fueled by a deep commitment to faith, freedom, and the American Dream. His journey is one of grit, redemption, and purpose, rooted in the values that shaped him as a young man growing up in the segregated South.
 
Burgess opens up about the pivotal moments in his life, including the challenges he faced after his football career, and how failure became a catalyst for growth and leadership. Now serving in Congress, he champions school choice and economic opportunity, believing that access to quality education and entrepreneurial tools is essential to breaking generational poverty. KG questions him on the dismantle of the department of education and what that means for schools and education in Utah and the United States aimed at giving families more freedom to choose the educational paths best suited for their children.
 
The conversation also explores what makes Utah a standout state in the nation, consistently ranked as one of the best places to live, raise a family, and start a business. Owens unpacks the cultural and spiritual values that make Utah unique—from its strong sense of community and family to its foundation in religious principles and personal responsibility. He makes the case that Utah’s model could serve as a blueprint for the rest of America.
 
We also touch on the critical role small businesses play in preserving freedom, building wealth, and creating jobs. Congressman Owens shares why fostering a spirit of belief, discipline, and personal accountability is key to success—not just in politics or sports, but in life. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, vision, and what it truly means to leave a legacy.
 
If you're ready to be inspired by a story of purpose-driven transformation, faith in action, and a passion for empowering future generations—this episode with Congressman Burgess Owens is one you won't want to miss.

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