The Dating Coach Exposing The Truth About Pick-Up Artists - Ablaze

The Dating Coach Exposing The Truth About Pick-Up Artists - Ablaze

The crew welcomes special guest co-host Dana June as they sit down with dating coach Eric Karlberg, better known in the pickup artist community as Ablaze. While the legendary dating coach Mystery was scheduled to appear, Ablaze steps in to deliver an incredible masterclass on the evolution of the pickup artist industry, modern dating dynamics, and the psychology of attraction. Ablaze breaks down the origins of the pickup community, tracing it back from underground chat forums and Project Hollywood to the mainstream VH1 reality show. He discusses the concepts in his massive new 642-page book, "The Vortex of Love," which focuses on Ideal Mate Theory rather than the standard evolutionary mate selection models pushed by most dating coaches. The group explores the crucial difference between dating confidence and actual competence, how high-status celebrities and athletes often lack basic game, and why mastering the timing of sexual escalation is the most difficult hurdle for men to overcome. The conversation takes a deep dive into the modern male loneliness epidemic and the massive rise of the Red Pill community. Ablaze shares his honest take on how extreme toxic masculinity and manipulative dating tactics are ultimately hurting men by creating negative feedback loops that prevent them from finding authentic, long-term relationships. He also reveals the behind-the-scenes reality of running intense dating bootcamps with Mystery across the country, which range from five-thousand-dollar seminars to exclusive thirteen-thousand-dollar residential training programs. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered interviews and Las Vegas podcast episodes!

The Man Behind Hollywood's Dance Movies - Shane Sparks

The Green Room crew sits down with legendary dancer and choreographer Shane Sparks for a deep dive into his incredible career and the hidden secrets of Hollywood dance movies. Shane reveals the untold stories behind some of the biggest dance films of the 2000s, including how he personally came up with the title for the movie "You Got Served" and his behind-the-scenes frustrations with the choreography battles on set. He also shares the heartbreaking stories of how he narrowly missed out on choreographing "Stomp the Yard" and the massive "Step Up" franchise, explaining why he learned the hard way to always keep his creative ideas a secret in the cutthroat entertainment industry. The conversation heats up as Shane gives his ultimate take on the greatest dancers of all time, explaining exactly why he believes Chris Brown's incredible versatility surpasses even Michael Jackson. He also breaks down the unique styles of the Jabbawockeez, Les Twins, and his early days mastering street dance styles in Ohio long before they became mainstream. Beyond dance, Shane discusses the terrifying realities of AI taking over the music and entertainment industry, his new prepay gas card business venture called Fuel Lock, and a hilarious debate about what the crew would do if they were contestants on Mr. Beast's Amazon Prime reality show Beast Games. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from Green Room Radio!

The Queen Of Power Slap - Destiny McCubbin

In this episode, the crew sits down with professional MMA fighter and Power Slap competitor Destiny McCubbin to discuss her incredible journey in combat sports. Destiny opens up about her roots growing up in Ogden, Utah, and the ultimate grind of moving to Las Vegas with only three hundred dollars to chase her fighting dreams. She shares the realities of surviving in the fight capital of the world by sleeping on couches, selling real estate, and working exhausting late-night bartending shifts just to stay afloat. The conversation dives deep into the brutal reality of competing in Dana White's Power Slap. Destiny breaks down the techniques behind taking and delivering a professional slap, the backstage controversies surrounding the coin toss, and what it was like competing internationally in Abu Dhabi. She also pulls back the curtain on the extreme, dangerous weight-cutting process fighters endure, detailing her intense water-loading protocols, sauna suit routines, and the exact rehydration shakes she uses to bounce back before stepping on the stage. The group then tackles the business side of the fight game, sharing their honest thoughts on the reality of UFC fighter pay, the lack of health insurance for athletes, and the massive payouts in influencer boxing matches featuring stars like Jake Paul and Mike Perry. Tru shares some hilarious personal stories about partying at EDC with UFC legends Nick and Nate Diaz, while Destiny discusses her own memorable interactions with Nate. Finally, Destiny talks about transitioning into sports media as an interviewer for Cageside Press and the host of her own podcast, outlining her ultimate goal to become a primary broadcaster for the UFC. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more amazing interviews and Las Vegas podcast episodes!

Blacklisted Cocktail Waitress Reveals Financial Secrets - Dana June

In this episode, the Green Room crew is joined by author, entrepreneur, and former Las Vegas cocktail waitress Dana June for an eye-opening conversation about the realities of the casino service industry and the crucial importance of financial literacy. Dana shares her incredible journey of starting in the Las Vegas casino industry as an eighteen-year-old hostess, eventually working as a cocktail waitress for a decade while paying her way out of pocket through a bachelor's degree at UNLV and a master's degree from Washington State University. The group dives deep into the hidden traps of the service industry, discussing the illusion of wealth that blinds many young workers who make six figures but end up in massive debt with zero assets. The conversation breaks down the complex world of tipping culture, exploring the realities of tip compliance, tax liabilities, and why understanding tax strategy is essential for survival. Dana explains how the pandemic shifted her mindset away from climbing the corporate ladder toward achieving true financial freedom through passive income and smart tax mitigation, such as maximizing 401k contributions to drastically lower tax burdens. She also reveals the inspiration behind her new book, "How To CockTALE," which she wrote in just thirteen days after being fired from her job. The book serves as a financial framework not just for cocktail waitresses, but for Uber drivers, barbers, influencers, and anyone who earns tip-based or 1099 income. Plus, the crew shares hilarious and crazy Las Vegas stories, from dropping kids off at casino daycares like Kids Quest to the ruthless mentality of nightclub waitresses, the realities of fake IDs, and the shocking lack of financial education taught in schools.

The YouTuber Who Built A Health Drink Empire With Steve Aoki - Overt PJ

The Green Room Radio crew sits down with Overt PJ, the man frequently called the most interesting person in the digital space! Born and raised on the Las Vegas Strip, PJ’s journey began as a GameStop employee with a set of keys and a knack for going viral by leaking Call of Duty titles before their official release. This early "Wild West" era of YouTube saw him rise through the ranks to earn up to $150,000 in a single month while building lifelong connections with creators like Mr Beast and the FaZe Clan. PJ has since parlayed his digital influence into a diversified empire, most notably as a co-owner of Nutcase, a premium cashew milk brand launched alongside superstars Steve Aoki and Ninja. Beyond the beverage world, he is a first-degree Gracie Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over 20 years of training experience. He shares exclusive stories about training with UFC champions and his role in the meteoric rise of Happy Punch, a combat sports media powerhouse that now generates over a billion views monthly. In this deep dive, PJ breaks down the reality of influencer boxing, explaining why athletes like Jake Paul and Logan Paul are legitimate specimens while detailing his own ambitions to claim the Misfits MMA Championship from Dylan Danis. Whether he’s recounting a chaotic street altercation on Fremont Street or discussing his transition into becoming a "girl dad," PJ offers a raw look at the intersection of fame, fighting, and business in Las Vegas. CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Welcome Overt PJ: The Most Interesting Man in Vegas 00:01:17 Building a Premium Brand with Steve Aoki & Ninja 00:03:43 20 Years of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu: Becoming a Black Belt 00:06:02 Why UFC Fit Gyms are Disappearing in Las Vegas 00:06:46 From Influencer Boxing to Professional MMA 00:07:29 Can Size Beat Skill? Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis 00:08:25 Why I Stopped Being a Jake Paul Hater 00:09:17 Logan Paul’s Unreal Athleticism in the WWE 00:10:02 How I Started Gaming Before YouTube Was Mainstream 00:11:35 Making $150,000 a Month Playing Video Games 00:12:50 Networking with MrBeast and the FaZe Clan 00:14:29 The Secret to Staying Relevant on Social Media 00:15:12 The Infamous GameStop Leak That Went Viral 00:17:23 Call of Duty Legends: Paying Respect to Zampella 00:18:06 Are Top Streamers Secretly Introverts? 00:19:41 The Reality of Playing High-Stakes Online Games 00:20:39 The Origin of "Overt Flow" and Gamer Tags 00:21:56 Surviving the Toxic MW2 Lobby Era 00:22:33 Gaming with 11-Year-Olds vs. 55-Year-Olds 00:24:40 Why Serious Gamers Always Switch to PC 00:26:20 Controller vs. Keyboard & Mouse: Which is Better? 00:26:53 Giving Away $10,000 in V-Bucks Every Month 00:28:35 My Family on MrBeast’s "Beast Games" 00:30:31 The Evolution of Gross-Out Content on TikTok 00:31:19 Why Classic Game Shows Like Jeopardy Never Die 00:32:12 The Rise of Online Gambling and Plinko 00:33:12 How Happy Punch Signs the World’s Best Fighters 00:35:38 Why Every Celebrity Wants a Combat Sports Match 00:38:07 The Gladiator Mentality: Preparing for Battle 00:38:56 Did Joshua vs. Ngannou Kill Celebrity Boxing? 00:40:11 Pro Athlete vs. Trained Fighter: The Skill Gap 00:42:30 Drug Testing in Sanctioned Influencer Fights 00:42:57 Debunking the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Conspiracy 00:45:00 Calling Out Dylan Danis for the Misfits Title 00:47:08 The Brutal Reality of Cutting 30 Pounds for a Fight 00:48:05 Breaking My Chain: A Street Fight on Fremont Street 00:50:06 Why Las Vegas is the Fight Capital of the World 00:50:56 Scaling Happy Punch to 1 Billion Views a Month 00:51:31 Is Power Slap the Most Intense Live Sport? 00:54:05 The Secret Behind Power Slap’s "Coin Flip" 00:55:00 The Truth About Nate Diaz Choking Out "Fake Logan Paul" 00:58:09 Growing Up on the Strip: A True Vegas Local 00:59:51 How to Avoid Losing Everything When Fame Fades 01:02:51 WWE, Bare Knuckle, & The Future of Overt Flow