The Pedro Frias Show

How Men Really See Ambitious Women w/ Dr. Avrum Weiss

Do men sometimes feel conflicted about women’s success? This week on the show, I sit down with Dr. Avrum Weiss — award-winning author, psychologist, and global expert on men and intimate relationships. Together, we explore the complex psychology behind how some men respond to ambitious, high-achieving women. In this episode, we examine: * Why men may insist they’re not intimidated by success, yet behave differently in practice * Psychological theories on why ambition and independence can feel threatening to certain men * How subtle signs of jealousy or insecurity can surface in relationships * The role of traditional gender expectations in shaping attraction and partnership dynamics * Strategies for navigating these dynamics without compromising personal growth Rather than offering easy answers, this conversation aims to unpack the research, challenge assumptions, and create space for debate on how gender, ambition, and intimacy intersect in modern relationships. Connect with Dr. Avrum Weiss: * Website: https://www.avrumweissphd.com/ [https://www.avrumweissphd.com/] * Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/avrum-weiss-phd [https://www.avrumweissphd.com/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/avrum-weiss-phd] → → → CONNECT WITH PEDRO FRIAS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← → → → CONNECT WITH PEDRO FRIAS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ▶︎ YOUTUBE  |  https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias [https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias] ▶︎ INSTAGRAM  |  https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazdzX1h5OC1vQmEydVNzRkhlSGpKemYzaWlid3xBQ3Jtc0tsTmRxeE5XWWxhT040LXpZdGxtbXo1YU0yWWRSQTdCY2laSmNCM1ZYMmsxX05qM3E1d0l3TnhnSm1oMjhhLVVlNThCZmtHOEQ1S1YxQTVTejBkR05aSENmdjdnejBtUmt6UGpONkVKeHZPUlpsaC1lTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fedmylett&v=bkGnKDy5e3k] ▶︎ FACEBOOK  | https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408 [https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408] ▶︎ LINKEDIN  | https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/] ▶︎ TWITTER  |  https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnpEZUlCUUFwcXJyRE1yMlRGZTFDOThjQVhVUXxBQ3Jtc0tuczBqN3pWdUxpMlBaRk9jTnBkUHF2SW9Ya1dNSTduekhjUjhfdzhZcklyOHFVY2Rvdm5Nb2hnZ0RKci04WldFeS1aTHFTY3A1TFpNWlV3QU02djBqemU1cGc4dU8wNm15eU5DX3ZxQmpSMHJhWDl5VQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Fedmylett&v=bkGnKDy5e3k] ▶︎ WEBSITE  |   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWdNcFZSR0N3TVNZSmdXaUEyOFp3Z29Td3ZRUXxBQ3Jtc0tuSGl5TklGak90YURLcUZLb1BfeWJIc2RxeE4zVk1CbVB0ckkwWkxEdGxhYTZJSnNaWEg2bG1qYm5RR1RoUDQxQWthTE8wQjNwb19yVnhQRW9Ocmx0Q2U4MlJUUUw4UE5wbVp6MFNGMjdYdzhRMGozTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.EdMylett.com%2F&v=bkGnKDy5e3k]https://www.pedrofrias.co [https://www.pedrofrias.co]

Stripped at Gunpoint by The Outlaws – The Undercover Life of FBI Agent Scott Payne

Scott Payne, nicknamed “Country,” is one of the most legendary undercover agents in FBI history. For over two decades, he lived a life most of us couldn’t imagine — blending in with America’s most dangerous criminals while trying to hold onto his identity, family, and sanity. In this raw, unfiltered episode, Scott opens up about his incredible journey: infiltrating the Outlaws Motorcycle Club and building deep relationships with dangerous men before being taken into a basement at gunpoint and stripped naked as they searched him for a wire; his infiltration of white supremacist extremist groups like The Base and Atomwaffen Division; and his descent into burnout, PTSD, depression, and how faith, family, and fitness helped him recover. He also shares powerful lessons on trust, deception, moral complexity, and the unseen toll on undercover agents working America’s darkest corners. "I forgot my alias. I forgot my middle name. My voice cracked. My hamstrings turned to rubber. That’s how close it got." From his start in Greenville, South Carolina, to his years on the front lines of law enforcement, Scott’s story is part thriller, part cautionary tale, and entirely unforgettable. 👇 CONNECT WITH SCOTT PAYNE: 👇 * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottpaynebigcountry/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/scottpaynebigcountry/?hl=en] * Book: Code Name: Pale Horse — How I Went Undercover to Expose America's Nazis: https://www.amazon.com/Code-Name-Undercover-Expose-Americas/dp/1668032902 [https://www.amazon.com/Code-Name-Undercover-Expose-Americas/dp/1668032902] Thank you for listening to this episode — please share it and help spread the word! 💬 What part of Scott’s story resonated with you most? Leave a comment! 👇 SUBSCRIBE TO PEDRO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW: 👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCPN6fgbf5e5xDSRblXTg0Q/about [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCPN6fgbf5e5xDSRblXTg0Q/about] → → → CONNECT WITH PEDRO FRIAS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ← ← ← ▶︎ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias [https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias] ▶︎ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias [https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias] ▶︎ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408 [https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408] ▶︎ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/] ▶︎ Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias [https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias] ▶︎ Website | https://www.pedrofrias.co [https://www.pedrofrias.co]

The Dark Side of Discipline: Why High Achievers Burn Out (w/ Craig Ballantyne)

In this raw episode, Pedro welcomes back Craig Ballantyne — WSJ & USA Today bestselling author, performance coach, and widely known as “the world’s most disciplined man” — for his third appearance on the show. Craig unpacks his brand-new book, The Dark Side of Discipline, and reveals the hidden danger of modern hustle culture. From cold plunges to 75 Hard to obsessive productivity routines, Craig makes the case that many high achievers are putting level 10 effort into level 1 problems, all while neglecting the relationships, dreams, and priorities that truly matter. You’ll hear the heartbreaking story that inspired the book, the ego traps Craig personally battled, and his surprising evolution from a broke personal trainer to a global coach for elite entrepreneurs. Pedro and Craig dive deep into the myth of discipline, the addiction to doing more, and how to shift from chasing noise to living intentionally. If you're a founder, creator, or ambitious professional feeling stretched thin or stuck in high-performance autopilot, this episode will hit you in the gut — and wake you up. * Why discipline becomes dangerous when it serves the ego * Putting 10X energy into the wrong areas of life * Cold plunges, hustle porn & the illusion of productivity * The painful cost of ignoring your real level 10 problems * Coaching at the highest level: how to receive feedback * Asking for help without sacrificing your identity * Craig’s story of finding love through his network * Why entrepreneurs must reinvent themselves every few years * Balancing elite ambition with family, fatherhood, and legacy * How to network powerfully as an introvert Craig Ballantyne * WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author of The Dark Side of Discipline, The Perfect Day Formula, The Perfect Week Formula, and Unstoppable * Founder of Early to Rise * Performance coach to some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs 👉 The Dark Side of Discipline – WSJ & USA Today Bestseller Buy on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Side-Discipline-Chasing-Achieve-ebook/dp/B0DX41KMRB] * Instagram: @realcraigballantyne [https://www.instagram.com/realcraigballantyne/] * Website: https://www.craigballantyne.com [https://www.craigballantyne.com/]

How to Achieve Explosive Sales Growth: The AI + Challenger Sale Formula w/ Brent Adamson

This is the interview all you entrepreneurs and sales professionals have been waiting for! Are you wondering how to master the art of sales in the age of AI and influence educated modern buyers like a pro? I sat down with the sales genius himself, Brent Adamson, coauthor of “The Challenger Sale” and “The Challenger Customer,” and a frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review. Get ready to gain valuable insights from his extensive sales knowledge, expertise, tips, and tricks. Brent is a thought leader who has reshaped the sales landscape. His work initiated the Insight Selling movement and has sold over 1,000,000 copies worldwide. In this episode, you’ll learn about: -Turning prospects into loyal customers 🤝🔁 -Creating better, more impactful sales strategies 💡📈 -Navigating the modern B2B sales landscape 🌐📊 -Understanding and leveraging the buyer’s psychology 🧠💼 -AI’s impact on sales and how to harness it 🤖📊 You won't want to miss this episode! Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business! Get ready to take notes and discover the missing links to your sales strategy. Connect with Brent Adamson: * Website: https://www.brentadamson.net/ [https://www.brentadamson.net/] * Twitter: https://x.com/brentadamson [https://x.com/brentadamson] Connect with Pedro Frias on Social Media: * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias [https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias [https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408 [https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/] * Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias [https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias]

Why Entrepreneurs Need To Talk About Their Mental Health w/ Lauren Polly

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, mental health is becoming an urgent crisis. Entrepreneurs are twice as likely to report a lifetime history of depression, three times more likely to have bipolar disorder, and three times more likely to experience substance abuse and addiction. They are also twice as likely to attempt suicide or be hospitalized in a psychiatric institution. In this episode, we have the honor of speaking with Lauren Polly, the multi-award-winning author of the international best-seller, The Other Side of Bipolar. Lauren’s journey from overcoming childhood trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for entrepreneurs struggling with mental health issues is nothing short of inspiring. Through her transformational processes, Lauren helps entrepreneurs find peace and professional success. Her focus areas include addressing mental health challenges, assisting those who feel stuck in their journey, and fostering a deeper connection with their authentic selves. Lauren is here today to discuss building a roadmap for entrepreneurs and professionals that balances creative edge, career ambition, and mental health. This episode promises to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for anyone navigating the turbulent waters of entrepreneurship. Interview Highlights: * Lauren's Journey: From overcoming childhood trauma to becoming a best-selling author. * Unplanned Spaces: The importance of having unplanned spaces in your life and how they can lead to growth. * Dismantling Walls: Methods to break down personal barriers that hinder creativity and growth. * The Power of Solitude: Learning to love being alone and building a stronger relationship with yourself. * Regaining Motivation: Strategies for entrepreneurs to regain their mojo after facing losses and setbacks. Connect with Lauren Polly: * Website: laurenpolly.com [https://laurenpolly.com/] * Instagram: @laurenpollycoach [https://www.instagram.com/laurenpollycoach/] Connect with Pedro Frias: * YouTube: realpedrofrias [https://www.youtube.com/realpedrofrias] * Instagram: @pedromfrias [https://www.instagram.com/pedromfrias] * Facebook: Pedro Frias [https://www.facebook.com/pedro.frias.7927408] * LinkedIn: Pedro Frias [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedrofrias/] * Twitter: @pedromfrias [https://www.twitter.com/pedromfrias] * Website: pedrofrias.co [https://www.pedrofrias.co/]