Josh Lustig Podcast

Pole Reversal, Anti-Internet, and Hustle Culture | Rob O’Rourke | Episode 18

In this high-altitude episode recorded on a jet, Josh sits down with Rob O’Rourke, COO of Intentional Media Group, for a raw, thought provoking conversation that spans from ancient flood theories and pole shifts to AI dependency, off grid living, and the psychology of hustle culture. But the real plot twist? They dive into the quieter crisis: how high performers often forget how to play. Rob opens up about the guilt of enjoying life, the challenge of fun when you’re wired to achieve, and the spiritual recalibration required to live a life that’s not just successful but actually meaningful. Watch or listen to the full episode now.

God Told Me to Give Away $72M | Taylor Welch & Kap Chatfield Episode 17

What happens when two top entrepreneurs surrender their scripts and let God direct their story?In this powerful jet-recorded conversation, Josh sits down with Taylor Welch, founder of The Wealthy Consultant and host of The Deep End YouTube channel, and Kap Chatfield, an online pastor at Love Church in Omaha. Together, they talk about the decisions that changed everything: from selling multimillion dollar businesses to starting over with nothing but a word from God. Check out Taylor’s socials:https://www.youtube.com/@TaylorAWelchhttps://www.instagram.com/taylorawelch/https://www.tiktok.com/@taylorawelchCheck out Kap’s socials:https://www.instagram.com/kapchatfield/https://www.youtube.com/@KapChatfieldhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kapchatfield/https://www.tiktok.com/@kappeschatfield

“Gen Z has the capability to be the most important generation” | @WhatIfAltHist | Episode 16

In this thought provoking episode, we sit down with Rudyard Lynch, the mind behind the YouTube channel WhatIfAltHist, boasting over 700,000 subscribers. What started as a fascination with alternate history has grown into a powerful platform exploring the intersections of history, culture, human nature, and philosophy. Rudyard shares the journey from launching his channel out of boredom to transforming it after a brutally honest comment. This was a turning point that catapulted his growth. We dive into everything from medieval worldviews and the scientific method’s roots in religion to the resurgence of faith in Gen Z and the hidden cultural effects of modern tech. Whether you’re into history, culture, or just asking bigger questions about the world, this one’s a must-listen. https://www.youtube.com/@WhatifAltHist [https://www.youtube.com/@WhatifAltHist] https://www.instagram.com/rudyardwlynch/ [https://www.instagram.com/rudyardwlynch/] https://x.com/whatifalthist [https://x.com/whatifalthist] https://www.tiktok.com/@whatifalthistory [https://www.tiktok.com/@whatifalthistory]

“You Can Find Freedom in Chasing Your Passion” | Ryan Searls | Episode 15

In this episode of The Josh Lustig Podcast, bladesmith and Forged in Fire contestant Ryan Searls shares his story. As a 23-year-old artisan, Ryan has mastered the ancient art of blacksmithing and turned it into a meaningful business. From hammering hot steel in his suburban garage to building heirloom-quality chef knives and tools under his brand Soul of Creation, Ryan shares how working with your hands can ground your soul, build resilience, and reconnect you to what’s real in an increasingly digital world. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or just looking for more meaning in your work — this episode will inspire you to make with your hands and lead with your heart. Subscribe now and drop a comment if this episode inspired you. https://www.soulofcreation.com/ [https://www.soulofcreation.com/] https://www.instagram.com/soc_forge/ [https://www.instagram.com/soc_forge/] https://www.facebook.com/ryan.searls.50 [https://www.facebook.com/ryan.searls.50] https://www.tiktok.com/@soulofcreation [https://www.tiktok.com/@soulofcreation] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1nVxZ987QbYkdaFkoN3IMg [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1nVxZ987QbYkdaFkoN3IMg]

“When you bring people together, they can change lives” | Michael Marra | Episode 14

In this episode, we sit down in Austin, Texas with Michael Marra, CEO and founder of Entre, a fast-growing social networking app designed specifically for modern entrepreneurs. Michael shares his unconventional journey from corporate engineering to launching a social app that has grown to 200,000 users without relying on traditional VC funding. We dive deep into the pitfalls of startup culture, the lessons learned, and why real-life connections are the next frontier for professional networking platforms If you're an entrepreneur, creator, or just someone looking to build more meaningful professional connections, this episode is packed with takeaways. Tune in now! https://joinentre.com/ [https://joinentre.com/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmarra1/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmarra1/] https://www.instagram.com/michaelwmarra/ [https://www.instagram.com/michaelwmarra/] https://x.com/michaelwmarra [https://x.com/michaelwmarra] https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelwmarra [https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelwmarra]