Independence Day? He Says We're Not Free at All

Independence Day? He Says We're Not Free at All

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/fan_mail/new] Y'all, this one is not a typical episode. Our guest Joe Felz has lived about five different lives and somehow made all of them work. We sat down with him and his partner Alex to talk about prison, property, and what it actually costs to build a life you don't want to escape from. What we covered: * How eight felony convictions and two prison stints turned into a 70-property real estate portfolio * The barefoot 20-mile run from police through Georgia pine forests * Teaching himself Spanish and Greek while incarcerated * Walking out of prison with $50 and no plan * Meeting Alex on Tinder while looking for a diesel mechanic * Why "the blocks" reality show made him realize money isn't freedom * Building an off-grid homestead in Costa Rica from scratch * The foot-washing story that stopped the whole conversation Guest Bio: Joe Felz went from an eight-time convicted felon to a multi-state real estate portfolio of roughly 70 properties. He's since walked away from the traditional real estate grind to build an off-grid, solar-powered homestead in Costa Rica with his partner Alex, teaching people sustainable living, construction, and what he calls "reality." Find Joe & Alex:   @joefelz [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UClwnOhKvgoPuERJNo2xRk9A]  ( ⓕ Facebook, 🅾 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦,【ꚠ】𝗧𝗶𝗸𝗼𝗸, ▶YouTube) 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗲╰┈➤  Subscribe 🔔 for more real conversations on health, business, and building a life on your own terms. Catch us on ▶YouTube, ᯤSpotify, Apple, iHeart, ၊၊||၊ Audible, and YouTube Music. If this one hit different for you, share it with someone who needs to hear that it's never too late to rebuild. Rate us, subscribe, and come back next week for more real conversations. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️ The views and opinions expressed on Disrupt & Discuss are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent any affiliated organizations, employers, or brands. 🙅🏽‍♀️ The content shared is for informational and entertainment purposes only 🎧. Nothing discussed should be taken as professional medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice ⚕️⚖️💰. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. We do our best to ensure accuracy, but we make no guarantees 🤝. Links, products, or services mentioned are not endorsements unless explicitly stated 🔗. By listening, you agree that Disrupt & Discuss and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes resulting from information shared on this podcast. ✅ The Disrupt and Discuss podcast is offering a free Misogi goal-setting template to help you prepare for 2026. This resource identifies your specific goal-setting style and provides a structure that works for your brain. Whether you are building a business or improving health, the framework turns ideas into challenging but doable goals. You can access this free offer by clicking the link in the description. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/support] DnD YouTube: https://shorturl.at/vXTke [https://youtube.com/@disruptndiscusspodcast?si=9u2pdt4kl5X1xkXe] DnD Instagram: https://shorturl.at/IxIH4 [https://www.instagram.com/disruptndiscuss?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] DnD TikTok: https://shorturl.at/WH2YP [https://www.tiktok.com/@disruptndiscuss?_t=8s53F6L3M4c&_r=1] REFERRAL LINKS -   🎙️ Edit Faster, Sound Better, Create Smarter! 🎬 I use Descript for seamless podcast & video editing—auto-transcription, AI tools, and pro-quality sound in minutes! Try it FREE today: 👉 https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f [https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f] 🎙️ Launch & Grow Your Podcast with Ease! 🚀 I use Buzzsprout to host and distribute my podcast—it’s simple, reliable, and packed with great tools! Start your podcast today! 👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227] 📩 FREE DOWNLOADS - https://stan.store/BesheaVenturesOps  2026 Misogi Goal Reset Guide & The Hiring Brief

BONUS CLIP: Mini Clip A — The Wild West of Tech

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/fan_mail/new] From the full episode: Gen X Kids Had Zero Supervision and Created Everything If you were there for Napster, Gateway Computers, and phones bolted to the kitchen wall, this one is going to hit. E and KayCee are back with the first of three bonus clips from last week's full episode, and they're starting with the tech era that shaped everything. In this clip: How Gen X navigated the early internet with zero instruction Napster and Limewire — downloading songs and downloading viruses at the same time BlackPlanet, the platform that came before Myspace (and the brother who built it first) Gateway Computers, Word Perfect, and what it meant to actually own a computer Wall phones, Polaroids, dark rooms, and no digital receipts Riding bikes without trackers, latchkey life, and the street light rule Mini Clips B and C drop later this week. Subscribe so you catch them all. 🎧 Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Audible, and Amazon Music 📺 Watch the full Gen X episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/apR4HKF2GvU?si=A9Ek0Qjpa7wcfd9Y Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/support] DnD YouTube: https://shorturl.at/vXTke [https://youtube.com/@disruptndiscusspodcast?si=9u2pdt4kl5X1xkXe] DnD Instagram: https://shorturl.at/IxIH4 [https://www.instagram.com/disruptndiscuss?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] DnD TikTok: https://shorturl.at/WH2YP [https://www.tiktok.com/@disruptndiscuss?_t=8s53F6L3M4c&_r=1] REFERRAL LINKS -   🎙️ Edit Faster, Sound Better, Create Smarter! 🎬 I use Descript for seamless podcast & video editing—auto-transcription, AI tools, and pro-quality sound in minutes! Try it FREE today: 👉 https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f [https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f] 🎙️ Launch & Grow Your Podcast with Ease! 🚀 I use Buzzsprout to host and distribute my podcast—it’s simple, reliable, and packed with great tools! Start your podcast today! 👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227] 📩 FREE DOWNLOADS - https://stan.store/BesheaVenturesOps  2026 Misogi Goal Reset Guide & The Hiring Brief

The Forgotten Generation That Grew Up Completely Unsupervised

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/fan_mail/new] If you were born between 1965 and 1980 — this one is for you. E and KayCee go full memory lane on the generation that literally translated the world while it was changing underneath them. No guidance. No internet. No supervision. Just a deadline when the streetlights came on. This episode is not an episode about the past. It's about understanding who Gen X is and why that matters right now. What y'all covered in this episode: * Being latchkey kids and why that actually built something in us — real responsibility before we were ready for it * The Wild West internet era: Gateway computers, Napster, Limewire, BlackPlanet, and the first time a music industry fought back against digital downloads * How pagers worked as communication tools, including the codes nobody talks about anymore (143 was "I love you," in case you forgot) * Appointment TV, commercials you couldn't skip, and why everybody in the neighborhood talked about the same show the next day — and why that kind of shared culture is basically gone now * How Gen X invented the culture that luxury brands, alcohol companies, and advertisers have been profiting off for decades — without really paying for it * The hip hop timeline: Sugarhill Gang to NWA to Yo! MTV Raps to the first time Black artists showed up on a channel that pretended they didn't exist * What it actually means to be raised by Gen X parents: you weren't asked what you wanted for dinner. You ate what was there or you didn't eat. * Why E is not giving Apple her face, her fingerprint, or anything else — and why that's a completely Gen X response to tech she didn't grow up trusting If any of this hit home, leave a comment and let E and KayCee know what you remember. They want to hear from you. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Audible, and Amazon Music — and find them on YouTube for the full video experience. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️ The views and opinions expressed on Disrupt & Discuss are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent any affiliated organizations, employers, or brands. 🙅🏽‍♀️ The content shared is for informational and entertainment purposes only 🎧. Nothing discussed should be taken as professional medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice ⚕️⚖️💰. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. We do our best to ensure accuracy, but we make no guarantees 🤝. Links, products, or services mentioned are not endorsements unless explicitly stated 🔗. By listening, you agree that Disrupt & Discuss and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes resulting from information shared on this podcast. ✅ The Disrupt and Discuss podcast is offering a free Misogi goal-setting template to help you prepare for 2026. This resource identifies your specific goal-setting style and provides a structure that works for your brain. Whether you are building a business or improving health, the framework turns ideas into challenging but doable goals. You can access this free offer by clicking the link in the description. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/support] DnD YouTube: https://shorturl.at/vXTke [https://youtube.com/@disruptndiscusspodcast?si=9u2pdt4kl5X1xkXe] DnD Instagram: https://shorturl.at/IxIH4 [https://www.instagram.com/disruptndiscuss?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] DnD TikTok: https://shorturl.at/WH2YP [https://www.tiktok.com/@disruptndiscuss?_t=8s53F6L3M4c&_r=1] REFERRAL LINKS -   🎙️ Edit Faster, Sound Better, Create Smarter! 🎬 I use Descript for seamless podcast & video editing—auto-transcription, AI tools, and pro-quality sound in minutes! Try it FREE today: 👉 https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f [https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f] 🎙️ Launch & Grow Your Podcast with Ease! 🚀 I use Buzzsprout to host and distribute my podcast—it’s simple, reliable, and packed with great tools! Start your podcast today! 👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227] 📩 FREE DOWNLOADS - https://stan.store/BesheaVenturesOps  2026 Misogi Goal Reset Guide & The Hiring Brief

Bonus Clip: He Built a Brand and Almost Lost Himself | Men's Mental Health

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/fan_mail/new] This one hit different. We sat down with Kenneth — founder of Evolution Skincare and licensed esthetician — for a full interview that drops this September. But June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, and one piece of that conversation couldn't wait. Kenneth opened up about something a lot of men keep quiet. A season of deep depression that ran from mid-2025 into the fall. What started with a launch event that fell apart in real time turned into months of physical symptoms, burnout, isolation, and running on empty. He kept pushing. And eventually, he found his way back. What Kenneth talked about in this segment: * Growing up in a household where Black men were taught to be stoic and keep moving — and what that looked like in his own body as a kid * How overcommitting across public health work, his skincare launch, and showing up for everyone around him piled up into a breaking point * The black tie launch event he'd planned for years — and what happened when his products didn't arrive the day of * The physical signs his body sent when his nervous system hit its limit: muscle spasms, weight loss, extreme fatigue * The unexpected source of healing that pulled him out of his lowest months * The intentional plan he built for himself starting in November — structure, movement, and deciding 2026 was going to be different About Kenneth: Kenneth is a licensed esthetician, clinical skincare expert, and the founder of Evolution Skincare — a brand built specifically for melanated and sensitive skin. He spent years developing a formula that bridges clinical skincare and botanical ingredients. His full story, including how the brand came to life, drops on Disrupt & Discuss this September. Find Kenneth: https://www.skincarebyken.com/ Follow Kenneth on Instagram: @evolutionskincare This conversation is for every man who's been keeping it together on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside. Share it with someone who needs to hear it. Full episode drops this September. Subscribe so you're notified the moment it's live. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️ The views and opinions expressed on Disrupt & Discuss are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent any affiliated organizations, employers, or brands. 🙅🏽‍♀️ The content shared is for informational and entertainment purposes only 🎧. Nothing discussed should be taken as professional medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice ⚕️⚖️💰. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. We do our best to ensure accuracy, but we make no guarantees 🤝. Links, products, or services mentioned are not endorsements unless explicitly stated 🔗. By listening, you agree that Disrupt & Discuss and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes resulting from information shared on this podcast. ✅ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/support] DnD YouTube: https://shorturl.at/vXTke [https://youtube.com/@disruptndiscusspodcast?si=9u2pdt4kl5X1xkXe] DnD Instagram: https://shorturl.at/IxIH4 [https://www.instagram.com/disruptndiscuss?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] DnD TikTok: https://shorturl.at/WH2YP [https://www.tiktok.com/@disruptndiscuss?_t=8s53F6L3M4c&_r=1] REFERRAL LINKS -   🎙️ Edit Faster, Sound Better, Create Smarter! 🎬 I use Descript for seamless podcast & video editing—auto-transcription, AI tools, and pro-quality sound in minutes! Try it FREE today: 👉 https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f [https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f] 🎙️ Launch & Grow Your Podcast with Ease! 🚀 I use Buzzsprout to host and distribute my podcast—it’s simple, reliable, and packed with great tools! Start your podcast today! 👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227] 📩 FREE DOWNLOADS - https://stan.store/BesheaVenturesOps  2026 Misogi Goal Reset Guide & The Hiring Brief

Bonus Clip — Segment 3 of She Rebuilt Her Body With Her Own Cells | Jemma

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/fan_mail/new] If you're building something on your own or thinking about going into business with someone, this clip is the one. Jemma lays out the full story of how she built two businesses, survived a business breakup, and took her cleaning company from $5K to $525K in gross revenue without a partner. What she covers: * How Gemstone Consulting Group started from a late-night conversation with a CPA friend * What an operations consultant actually does for early-stage entrepreneurs * Running a commercial cleaning company from the ground up — including learning to clean from the boss's mom * The business partnership that fell apart and what it cost her emotionally and financially * How she structured the exit — she paid severance, then grew the business herself * The revenue timeline: $5K, $176K, $212K, $325K, $525K * Why you need contracts even with your best friend * What Beta Blocks Corporation is and how it helped her get clarity when things fell apart * Why entrepreneurship and a cancer diagnosis feel the same — and why community is the cure for both Guest: Jemma is a two-time cancer survivor, founder of Gemstone Consulting Group, and owner of Onyx Works, a commercial cleaning company based in Chicago on track for $1M in gross revenue. Full episode https://youtu.be/Bn4h0bgv2Wc  Catch every segment on YouTube throughout the week. Follow Jemma on Instagram → @iam_jemmabella Follow us on Instagram → @disruptndiscusspodcast  Subscribe on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@DisruptnDiscussPodcast ⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️ The views and opinions expressed on Disrupt & Discuss are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent any affiliated organizations, employers, or brands. 🙅🏽‍♀️ The content shared is for informational and entertainment purposes only 🎧. Nothing discussed should be taken as professional medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice ⚕️⚖️💰. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions related to your health, finances, or legal matters. We do our best to ensure accuracy, but we make no guarantees 🤝. Links, products, or services mentioned are not endorsements unless explicitly stated 🔗. By listening, you agree that Disrupt & Discuss and its hosts are not liable for any outcomes resulting from information shared on this podcast. ✅ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2430415/support] DnD YouTube: https://shorturl.at/vXTke [https://youtube.com/@disruptndiscusspodcast?si=9u2pdt4kl5X1xkXe] DnD Instagram: https://shorturl.at/IxIH4 [https://www.instagram.com/disruptndiscuss?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==] DnD TikTok: https://shorturl.at/WH2YP [https://www.tiktok.com/@disruptndiscuss?_t=8s53F6L3M4c&_r=1] REFERRAL LINKS -   🎙️ Edit Faster, Sound Better, Create Smarter! 🎬 I use Descript for seamless podcast & video editing—auto-transcription, AI tools, and pro-quality sound in minutes! Try it FREE today: 👉 https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f [https://get.descript.com/tn15bft44m9f] 🎙️ Launch & Grow Your Podcast with Ease! 🚀 I use Buzzsprout to host and distribute my podcast—it’s simple, reliable, and packed with great tools! Start your podcast today! 👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2375227] 📩 FREE DOWNLOADS - https://stan.store/BesheaVenturesOps  2026 Misogi Goal Reset Guide & The Hiring Brief