The Modern Man Podcast

Are you an ambitious professional feeling overworked and ready to reclaim 10-20 hours of your week? In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton sits down with real estate mogul Chris Prefontaine to break down the exact real estate strategy you need to exit your 9-5 and achieve financial freedom without ever stepping foot in a bank. Chris reveals his "Three Paydays" framework—a proven system for creative real estate investing that uses owner financing and principal-only payments to build passive income and long-term wealth. If you’re a family-oriented leader looking for structure, brotherhood, and clarity, this is your roadmap to becoming a time-confident Noble Knight. Chapters: 00:00 – Why most men feel isolated and unfulfilled in their pursuit of success. 02:18 – Resiliency: How Chris navigated the 2008 crash and came out debt-free. 05:14 – The 3-7 Year Rule: Why "Shiny Object Syndrome" is killing your progress. 07:48 – No-Bank Investing: A deep dive into owner financing and principal-only deals. 10:08 – The 18-Month Blueprint: How to transition from a W-2 to full-time investing. 20:48 – The Three Paydays Framework explained. 31:32 – Living the Dream: What life looks like with zero debt and total time freedom. Ready to Lead Your Life? Free Resource: Get your free "Modern Man" book bundle at https://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterclass Master Your Time: Take our Time Audit Quiz to find your missing 10 hours per week. Master Your Time. Lead Your Life. Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook ⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️ https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights 🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝 Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8 Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man #TheModernMan #RealEstateInvesting #FinancialFreedom

You achieved the money, the car, and the title... so why do you feel empty? In this episode, I sit down with Rob Kalwarowsky, an MIT-trained engineer turned elite executive coach who has worked with everyone from Olympic Gold Medalists to Fortune 500 executives. But before the success, Rob was "The Robot"—a high-achiever who saved his company tens of millions of dollars while secretly battling a toxic work environment that led him to a suicide attempt. We uncover the "Success Lie" that keeps men isolated, overworked, and unfulfilled. Rob reveals the "DIY Mask" that caps your business growth, the specific phrase that predicts burnout in 6 months, and the "I'm Human" leadership method that can turn your internal chaos into your greatest competitive advantage. If you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, this conversation is your permission to put it down. ◼️ Topics Discussed: The "High Performer Robot" mindset and why it’s deadly. How to spot the "Trappings of Success" before it’s too late. Why your "Do It Yourself" mask is costing you millions. The "I'm Human" code word strategy for high-stress teams. Internal Family Systems: How to manage the voices in your head. Chapters 00:00 - The "Success Trap" Trailer 1:47 - The "Rob Kawasaki" Story & Identity 2:22 - Turning Internal Chaos Into An Advantage 4:16 - The "High Achieving Robot": Making Millions, Feeling Nothing 08:35 - The Breaking Point: Depression & The Suicide Attempt 12:36 - Waking Up: Why We Go Back To Work After Rock Bottom 16:13 - The "Status Quo" Bias: Why You Can't Leave Your Toxic Job 20:00 - Internal Family Systems: Who Is Controlling Your Brain? 26:31 - The "DIY Mask": Why You Are The Bottleneck In Your Business 31:00 - The "I'm Human" (or Cheesecake Factory) Strategy 35:23 - The "Pointless" Feeling of Winning 42:58 - The Hawaii Moment: Choosing Freedom Over Fear Kalwarowsky's Links Website: www.robkalwarowsky.com LinkedIn: rob-kalwarowsky Instagram: bosscoachrobk Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook ⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️ https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights 🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝 Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8 Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man

Jesse Todisco was a successful salesman by day and a heroin addict by night. Then came the 30-hour bus ride that changed everything. In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, I sit down with Jesse Todisco—author of From Heroin to Healer—to discuss the dark reality of high-functioning addiction and the "impossible" journey of recovery. Jesse opens up about breaking the cycle of generational trauma, the truth about quitting cold turkey, and the profound Ayahuasca experience where he reconnected with his deceased daughter. If you feel stuck, numb, or like you are repeating your father’s mistakes, this conversation is the wake-up call you need. We go beyond the surface to discuss why "success" often masks deep pain and how to finally find peace. In this episode, you will learn: The Hidden Cost: How high-performers hide addiction and why rock bottom is necessary. The Impossible Twist: Jesse’s firsthand account of seeing his dead daughter during a plant medicine ceremony. Breaking Trauma: How to stop being "just like your dad" and become the father your children need. Tactical Tools: How to use Breathwork and "Gratitude Stacking" to hack depression immediately. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro: The High-Functioning Addict 09:18 - Growing Up With a Heroin Addict Father 11:11 - The 30-Hour Bus Ride That Saved My Life 13:51 - The Truth About Quitting Cold Turkey 22:49 - What Is a Spiritual Awakening? (Real Definition) 28:02 - I Saw My Dead Daughter (Ayahuasca Story) 31:19 - Integration: How to Actually Change Your Life 35:19 - Parenting: Breaking The Cycle of Anger 39:04 - "Gratitude Stacking": A Tool for Depression 43:14 - What It Means to Be a Modern Man 🔗 CONNECT WITH JESSE TODISCO Book: From Heroin to Healer (Amazon) Organization: weareawakenedhearts.org Email: [email protected] Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook ⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️ https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights 🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝 Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8 Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man ABOUT THE HOST Ted Phaeton is a TV News Anchor, Coach, and the Host of The Modern Man Podcast. He helps ambitious men master their time so they can lead their families, build wealth, and leave a legacy—without burning out.

Does God want you to be rich? In this episode, Bishop Kevin Foreman reveals the biblical blueprint for building wealth and challenges the controversial idea that "Jesus was poor." If you are a man of faith who feels conflicted about chasing financial success, this conversation will change your life. Bishop Foreman—a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, author, and pastor—breaks down why poverty is not holiness, how to use the "Divine Download" strategy to scale your business, and the exact steps to go from surviving to thriving. We also dive deep into overcoming childhood trauma, conquering the "Inner Me," and why you must stop waiting for someone to save you. CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro: Is Being Broke Biblical? 01:41 - "I Exist To Change Lives": The Bishop’s Mission 03:21 - Surviving Abuse: Lessons From An "Ike Turner" Stepfather 04:34 - The #1 Enemy Every Man Faces (It’s Not The Devil) 06:28 - How To Stop Sabotaging Your Own Success 10:15 - The Skill of Turning "Nothing Into Something" 14:42 - The Controversy: Was Jesus Actually Rich? 16:47 - Why It Is Evil To NOT Be Financially Empowered 19:51 - The "Divine Download": A Supernatural Business Strategy 23:31 - From Surviving to Thriving: The ABC Method 30:17 - How To Grow In A "Graveyard" (The Harvest Church Story) 37:07 - How To Become A History Maker 42:33 - The Hard Truth: Nobody Is Coming To Save You 🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Bishop Kevin Foreman is a nationally recognized leader, success coach, and the founder of Harvest Church (now History Makers). He is a serial entrepreneur who built Denver’s largest black-owned real estate finance brokerage by age 21. Foreman's Links Website: www.harvestchurch.church Instagram: Bishopforeman X: bishopforeman YouTube: Bishop Kevin Foreman TV TikTok: bishopforeman Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook ⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️ https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights 🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝 Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8 Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man #BiblicalWealth #BishopKevinForeman #ChristianEntrepreneur #ModernManPodcast #FinancialFreedom

1 in 4 men are suffering from loneliness, yet we are more "connected" online than ever before. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Kaplan, founder of VRV Athletics, to explore the silent epidemic of male isolation and the psychological reasons why men struggle to make friends as adults. We dive deep into the "Side-by-Side" bonding rule, why apps like Bumble BFF fail for men, and the life-changing "Glass Ball Theory" that every entrepreneur and father needs to hear to balance their business without destroying their marriage. If you are feeling isolated in a new city, struggling to find your "squad," or burnt out from juggling work and family, this masterclass on social health is for you. 🔥 TOPICS DISCUSSED: • The Male Loneliness Epidemic: Why 25% of men feel isolated daily. • The Glass Ball Theory: The ultimate framework for work-life balance. • Side-by-Side Bonding: The evolutionary reason men don't connect "face-to-face." • The Remote Work Trap: How working from home is killing our social skills. 👇 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: The Silent Killer 01:36 - Who is Brian Kaplan? (The "Pizza & Pickleball" Intro) 05:13 - Moving to a New City: The Reality of Isolation 07:02 - The Shocking Stats: 1 in 4 Men Are Lonely 09:25 - "Mental Health is Social Health" 13:01 - The Glass Ball Theory (Must Watch) 16:08 - How to Prioritize Your Marriage While Building a Business 23:00 - How VRV Athletics Works (Not a Dating App) 25:00 - Why Men Hate "Bumble BFF" & Awkward Intros 29:30 - Psychology: Men Bond "Side-by-Side," Not "Face-to-Face." 31:25 - The Impact of Remote Work & AI on Human Connection 37:48 - The Future of Workplace Wellness 42:38 - How to Find Your Squad Today Kaplan's Links Website: www.vrvathletics.com LinkedIn: bryan-kaplan-future 🎙️ ABOUT THE PODCAST: The Modern Man Podcast is on a mission to connect men in pursuit of their potential. We explore mindset, health, business, and relationships to help you embrace discomfort and put wind in your sails. Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook ⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️ https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights 🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝 Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8 Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man