"This will usher in an era of peace and prosperity globally."

The people of Iran are reclaiming their culture, their prosperity, and their freedom. All things were taken away during the Iranian revolution in '78 and '79 when their Monarch, Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, was forced into exile by the Islamic Republic.

They promised freedom, dignity, and justice but they delivered quite the opposite. They served only themselves, they stole from the people to fund terrorism, and used fear to suppress the Iranian people.

But fear is only powerful when people are isolated. Now, with the force of their collective strength, backed by a "locked & loaded" US military, the Iranian people are taking back what belongs to them.

President Trump said, "If you do what you normally do, what your custom is, is shoot and kill these peaceful protesters, the US military is locked and loaded and we're ready to rescue them."

The only thing about Iran that's fragile is its corrupt regime. So, what happens if the regime collapses?

Real change comes from brotherhood, communication, and a shared sense of community. Collective energy is what moves events forward behind the scenes. And that's when the regime eventually collapses, Iran won't fall into chaos. The people are already organizing around unity, not fear—and that kind of cohesion is what brings clarity, stability, and light when it's needed most.

Wayne Allyn Root is a nationally syndicated radio and television host, bestselling author, and longtime political commentator. He has hosted programs on Real America's Voice, Lindell TV, and USA Radio Network, reaching audiences across the U.S. Root is the author of multiple bestselling books, including The Great Patriot Protest & Boycott Book (coauthored with Nicky) and TRUMP RULES, and is a former Libertarian vice-presidential nominee.

Learn more & connect:

https://rootforamerica.com/

https://patriot.tv/

Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com [https://www.ecircleacademy.com/] and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.

EP745: TL Nuggets #221 - "They're The Light In A Dark World" JK ROWLING

"When something real comes up in your life, who do you talk to about it?"

Men don't lose their edge because they stop trying—they lose it because they try to do everything alone. Brotherhood creates a space where men are forced to see themselves clearly, confront patterns that no longer serve them, and stay anchored to purpose when life gets unstable. Growth doesn't happen in isolation. It happens when men are challenged, reflected, and held to a higher standard by other men who care enough to tell the truth.

Eric Axelrod talks about his experience with men's work. How men's circles expose blind spots around anger, listening, leadership, and emotional discipline. Brotherhood isn't about advice—it's about being asked the questions that lead you to the answers you need, accountability, and seeing yourself in other men's trials and triumphs.

Professionally, Eric is the founder of Pinnacle Search Professionals, a recruiting firm for the Regulated Industry. He built his company around a simple principle: depth beats breadth. By working within a clear niche and only taking on searches he knows can be filled well, Eric emphasizes discipline, clarity, and follow-through—values that mirror his approach to leadership and men's work. He's deeply involved in men's initiation work and leadership development, helping preserve and carry forward transformational men's training. His focus is on building strong masculine communities where men develop clarity, emotional control, purpose, and resilience—skills that compound over time and impact families, businesses, and future generations.

Learn more & connect:

https://pinnaclesearchprofessionals.com/

Also in this episode:

 * Justin Sterling Men's Weekend [https://www.sterling-institute.com/mens-weekend] https://www.sterling-institute.com/mens-weekend

 * Power vs. Force [https://a.co/d/eD4ADPp] by Dr. David R. Hawkins https://a.co/d/eD4ADPp

EP230: Eric Axelrod - Why Successful Men Are Part Of A Brotherhood

"Comfort absolutely murders your passion for life."

Progress comes from earning results the hard way—through discipline, physical effort, and daily standards that do not bend when motivation fades. Comfort weakens execution, while controlled hardship sharpens judgment, energy, and resilience. Whether in business, health, or life, the ability to persist when things get hard determines who lasts and who fades out.

Joe De Sena reflects on a life shaped by hustle, structure, and relentless effort—from early business lessons learned as a teenager to walking away from Wall Street in pursuit of something more alive. He shares how Spartan began as a failed idea, survived a decade of losses, nearly collapsed during the pandemic, and still grew into a global movement with a single mission: get people off the couch and back into ownership of their lives.

Joe is the founder of Spartan Race, bestselling author of Spartan Tough, and a lifelong advocate for physical challenge as a gateway to mental strength. His work has influenced millions worldwide by blending endurance, mindset, and discipline into a framework that rewards action over comfort.

Expert action steps:

 1. Win the morning – Wake up early, train first, and earn your day before distractions take over.

 1. Manufacture discomfort – Use cold exposure, physical challenge, and discipline to sharpen focus and resilience.

 1. Eliminate friction – Remove social media consumption and processed habits that dilute energy and execution.

Learn more & connect:

https://joedesena.com/

IG:

EP744: Spartan Tough - The Joe De Sena Story

"Authenticity is really the new currency in our world everywhere."

Join the audience on this special episode. I was given the opportunity to speak about the power of podcast guesting on the stage of Jack Canfield's Transformational Leadership Council. I was invited to teh stage by my good friend, Raymond Aaron. I shared how many treat podcast appearances as a branding exercise but the real value comes from long-form conversations where you can demonstrate your authenticity, creating trust and meaningful connection. Podcast guesting allows people to be heard in context, not soundbites, and to communicate ideas without the noise and friction of traditional marketing.

Build strong relationships with hosts while getting direct access to their engaged audiences, potentially high-income listeners, and decision-makers who already trust the host. It's a rare opportunity to build familiarity that short-form media can't replicate. When done well, podcast guesting leads to inbound conversations, collaborations, and qualified business opportunities.

Also in this episode:

The Transformational Leadership Council is a caring community of transformational leaders who support each other in personal growth and contributions to the world.

https://www.transformationalleadershipcouncil.com/

Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com [https://www.ecircleacademy.com/] and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.

EP743: TL Nuggets #220 - My Speech To The Transformational Leadership Council (Jack Canfield)

"Men have a very tricky responsibility and they have to walk down this very narrow line."

Living with conviction means standing firm when the cost is real—socially, financially, and emotionally. It requires clarity about what matters, a willingness to tolerate discomfort, and the discipline to speak honestly even when silence would be safer. When men lose the courage to say what they believe, the consequences ripple outward—into families, culture, and the next generation.

Eric Edmeades understands the personal price of telling the truth, from navigating family courts to challenging cultural narratives. His insights touch on free speech, fatherhood, responsibility, and the quiet pressure many men feel to self-censor. The conversation moves through politics, culture, health, and masculinity, always returning to the same question: what happens when good men stop standing their ground?

Eric is a globally recognized teacher, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple education and wellness companies, including WildFit. Known for blending evolutionary thinking with modern leadership, he challenges people to think independently, act responsibly, and live with integrity—even when doing so comes at a cost.

Learn more & connect:

Book: The WildFit Way: Proven Principles for Improved Quality of Life, Extended Healthspan, and Easy Weight Loss [https://a.co/d/aOhXKHm] by Eric Edmeades

IG: @ericedmeades

https://ericedmeades.com/

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericedmeades/?originalSubdomain=ca

Also in this episode:

Documentary: Love vs. the Law [https://lovevlaw.com/]

You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books.

EP229: Eric Edmeades - The Courage Of Your Convictions

"The deeper we meet ourselves, the deeper we can meet someone else."

True leadership begins with self-ownership. Growth is not about eliminating pain, conflict, or contradiction, but learning how to integrate them. When individuals stop chasing a one-sided version of positivity and instead understand polarity—challenge and support, strength and vulnerability—they gain clarity, resilience, and authenticity. Life stops happening to them and starts unfolding for them, revealing meaning even in the moments once labeled as failure or trauma.

Donna Parker is a global coach and speaker who helps people see themselves—and their lives—more honestly. She challenges the idea that growth comes from staying positive or avoiding discomfort, and instead points to the value of owning both sides of who we are. In this conversation, Donna explores how judgment, blame, and victim stories quietly keep people stuck, and why the moments we resist most often become the ones that shape our purpose. Drawing from decades of real-world experience, she shows how values drive behavior, how relationships act as mirrors, and how taking responsibility can lead to deeper freedom, clarity, and connection.

Learn more & connect:

Website: https://www.donnaparker.com [https://www.donnaparker.com/]

Social media:

Facebook – Donna Andrews Parker

Instagram – @global.coach.dparker

Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com [https://www.ecircleacademy.com/] and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.

EP742: Donna Parker - The Soul Of A Thought Leader

"I've worked really hard and success is really hard. But what I know is harder is being broke. And what I know is the hardest is living an unfulfilled life."

Building a global movement starts with clarity of purpose, disciplined execution, and the courage to act before conditions feel perfect. Sustainable growth is created by focusing on a clear mission, reverse-engineering goals into daily priorities, and eliminating distractions that drain time and energy. Success is less about perfection and more about consistent, intentional action taken in service of something larger than oneself.

Sandra Yancey shares how she built a multimillion-dollar, global organization by designing systems that scale, cultivating values-driven culture, and leading with generosity. She explains why entrepreneurs must master time management, build repeatable processes, and create environments where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to perform at a high level.

Sandra is the cofounder of eWomenNetwork, one of the world's largest business communities for women entrepreneurs. With decades of experience advising Fortune 500 leaders and scaling membership-based organizations, she is widely recognized for her expertise in leadership, systems thinking, and movement-building.

Expert action steps:

 1. Give generously without keeping score, and always remember who helped you along the way.

 1. Get clear on what you want, choose five goals, and break them down into quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily actions.

 1. Take action before everything feels perfect—progress comes from moving, not waiting.

EP741: Sandra Yancey - How To Build A Global Movement

"Organizations like ours attract people to them when they have standards. Men see an opportunity for themselves to develop and get better and grow."

A strong men's organization, the kind that truly serves men, grows by enforcing a high standard. This creates an environment where men are challenged to rise and attracts the men who are ready to do just that. Invite the right men in, set clear standards, and be willing to remove those who refuse to show up, engage, or improve. When these standards are clear and unwaivering, the culture is strong and builds momentum.

This is another Arpa & Billou episode. Theye revisit how Sovereign Man shifted its context to upgrade the quality of the group, attracting more committed members. Arpa explains how they created a culture of cohesion and trust and ultimately attracted more men who wanted leadership development, brotherhood, and real-world results. Men prepared to do the hard work of looking inside themselves and standing up for their fellow man.

Rob Arpa is a senior council member of Sovereign Man. He's a husband, father and owner/operator of a 7 figure business.

Learn more & connect:

https://www.sovereignman.ca/

Also in this episode:

Book: The Prophet — Kahlil Gibran

You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books.

EP228: Arpa & Billou - How to Grow A Men's Organization

"Happy money is money that gives you joy when you receive it and also gets you excited when you pay."

Money carries energy, whether we notice it or not. When money is received with appreciation and released with gratitude, it circulates differently through life. Instead of being a source of stress, fear, or control, it becomes a tool for joy, generosity, and forward momentum. The relationship we form with money often mirrors our relationship with trust, self-worth, and contribution. When money is treated as something positive, supportive, and purposeful, it stops feeling heavy and starts feeling alive.

Ken Honda introduces the idea that money can be "happy" or "unhappy" depending on how it is experienced emotionally. He explains that happy money flows from doing meaningful work, creating value, and making others smile. When people earn through alignment with what they love, money becomes a natural byproduct rather than a constant struggle. Ken also connects money to ikigai—one's life purpose—and shows how passion, contribution, and income can coexist without conflict.

Ken is a globally recognized author and teacher known for blending spirituality with practical financial wisdom. With millions of books sold worldwide, including Happy Money, he helps people shift their mindset around wealth, gratitude, and purpose. His work focuses on transforming money from a source of anxiety into a source of peace, joy, and service.

Expert action steps:

 1. Practice gratitude every time money comes in and goes out—train yourself to emotionally appreciate both.

 1. Identify your ikigai by noticing what energizes you naturally, then explore how it might serve others.

 1. Build a small group of supporters who value your work; sustainable income grows through trust and community.

Learn more & connect:

EP740: Ken Honda – Happy Money!!

"When I retired, I figured I'm going into my second career and I'm going to be a filmmaker."

Big ideas don't always start with big budgets. Sometimes they start during moments of disruption, when plans fall apart and creativity has to take the lead. This episode highlights how shifting direction during uncertain times can open the door to entirely new worlds—both creatively and personally.

Doug MacDougall joins the conversation to share the story behind Twice Upon A Time, a bold sci-fi fantasy web series that blends mystery, psychology, and time travel. What began as a creative pivot during lockdown has evolved into an ambitious, multi-season project featuring remote actors, genre-bending storytelling, and a cliff-hanger designed to leave audiences wanting more. The series follows five residents in a near-future asylum whose treatment hides far darker intentions than they realize.

Doug is an independent film producer who creates cinematic web series with actors located across North America. Working entirely remotely, he combines green-screen production, post-production creativity, and a passion for storytelling to bring large-scale ideas to life—proving that even in disruptive times, imagination can still take center stage.

Expert action steps:

 1. Start creating with what you have instead of waiting for ideal conditions.

 1. Use genre and format experimentation to keep audiences engaged.

 1. Design projects that combine creative impact with social contribution.

Learn more & connect:

Check out all of Doug's YouTube content @dougmacdougall4338

EP739: TL Nuggets #219 – Doug MacDougall – Twice Upon A Time

MAKE THE DIFFERENCE YOU WERE BORN TO MAKE The Business of Thought Leadership podcast is about building your thought leadership around your expertise, your brand and your name. To become well known and highly regarded in the market place for the results you are able to produce for your clients. Our guests are top thought leaders who have done it. They’ve become widely known for their expertise and results they’re able to deliver for their clients. They all love what they do and get paid very well for doing it. You’ll meet entrepreneurs that have leveraged thought leadership in driving business revenue, coaches that were unknown and barely making ends who later became celebrities and took their income into the 7 figures, consultants that transformed into best-selling authors and built multi-million dollar firms and senior executives who followed their passion, left their day jobs and are changing the world. We’ve had interviews with notables such as New Times Best-Selling Author Seth Godin, success and investment coaching icon, Raymond Aaron, a personal coach to billionaires, Alex Charfen & Tony Robbins’ Director of Coaching, Marc Von Musser. Steve Jobs once said “The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” Are you crazy enough to join us in making the difference you were born to make. We want you to 10x your impact, your income and your influence every 12 months. Financially successful people with purpose and passion are changing the world and we want to inspire you to be one of them.

The Thought Leader Revolution Podcast

“A real man is sovereign over his own life. He takes full responsibility for becoming a better man, and owns his own successes and failures. But he also understands the value of being a part of a band of brothers, the kind that have his back, and he can call at 3 AM if he’s stuck in a jail cell, because they’ll come and get him. He understands that just like a wolf pack, the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack.” — Nicky Billou Welcome to the Sovereign Man Podcast where we have the conversations that matter to you as a man, and inspire you to become the best version of yourself. You’ll learn from the best business, career, financial, relationship, and mans skills experts from around the world. The Sovereign Man Podcast is for motivated men like you who want to win in today’s world. We equip you to become better in every area of your life from establishing mastery over yourself, to defining your purpose, strengthening your family and your relationships, becoming a better leader, and learning man skills. Each week I have real, unscripted conversations with real men, successful men, and men who give a darn.

Nicky Billou

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