Living The Red Life

• Why ADD Might Be Your Greatest Superpower in Business

  Gene Kopczyk, an innovative entrepreneur, speaker, and bestselling author shares his inspiring journey from working midnight shifts at a donut shop to running a multimillion-dollar business empire. With a background in psychology and a personal history of being labeled as having ADD, Gene opens up about how he transformed what society saw as a limitation into his greatest entrepreneurial superpower. His ventures span across industries, including a pioneering flight school, and he’s renowned for fusing old-school trades with modern marketing strategies.In this powerful conversation, Gene discusses the myth of the "college-to-success" path, how traditional education failed him, and the real-world grit it took to create impact-driven businesses. They explore why ADD, often misunderstood in traditional settings, can lead to enhanced creativity and problem-solving. Gene's story is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and breaking free from the limitations imposed by conventional thinking.CHAPTERS02:04 – The Trap of the Traditional Success Path04:11 – From Donut Shops to Million-Dollar Ideas06:17 – Scaling Across States: Hiring and Expansion08:12 – Flight School Inspiration & Why It All Started10:01 – The ADD Advantage Explained12:06 – Emotional Intelligence: We're Still 4-Year-Olds14:23 – Why the School System Failed Creative Thinkers16:49 – Changing the Narrative Around “Special Needs”Connect with Gene:[email protected] with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

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• The Untold Story of Karate Kid’s Villain – Martin Kove Reveals All!

  Martin Kove, a legendary actor best known for his iconic role as John Kreese in The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai. With over 200 screen credits and decades in the entertainment industry, Kove shares the deeper values behind his success—tenacity, passion, and perseverance. From humble beginnings and early career challenges to launching new ventures alongside his son, Kove paints a picture of unwavering determination in the face of industry setbacks.In this inspiring episode, Martin opens up about rejection, resilience, and redefining "making it" as earning the respect of one’s peers. He also discusses his latest projects, including a new graphic novel and cigar line called The Prodigal Son. With stories of near-misses, tough auditions, and late-in-life creativity, Martin’s message is clear: never stop pursuing your dream, no matter how long it takes or how many times you hear “no.”CHAPTER TITLES02:10 –From Brooklyn to Hollywood: Martin’s Early Drive04:00 –What My Agent Told Me That Changed Everything06:15 –You’ll Get Rejected 9 Times—Here’s How I Handled It07:40 –Audition Nightmares: “I Was Flat”09:05 –The Harsh Truth: You Might Never Make It10:10 –The Talk with My Wife That Shifted My Mindset11:20 –Why Respect Mattered More Than Fame12:30 –You Gotta Love the Journey, Not Just the Win13:30 –Living the Red Life in Hollywood’s Chaos14:40 –How Cobra Kai Reinvented My CareerConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

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• The Triangle Method: Brian Tracy’s Framework for Effective Leadership

  Brian Tracy’s journey to success is rooted in timeless principles of personal development, starting with the importance of dreaming big and cultivating a powerful mindset. He emphasizes that individuals become what they consistently think about, making focused, positive thinking essential for achieving long-term goals. He identifies self-discipline as the most critical quality for success, a trait he honed through real-world experience, including a story about leading a team to sell more soap than anyone else in the country. Coming from humble beginnings, Brian learned to transform failure into feedback, viewing rejection as a stepping stone to mastery in sales and personal growth.The core of his leadership philosophy is encapsulated in Brian’s Triangle Method, a simple yet powerful framework for success built on clarity, competence, and concentration. This method, along with his refined sales system, has helped countless individuals build wealth and independence. He shares specific strategies for becoming a millionaire, including consistent goal setting and bridging "the implementation gap"—the difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it. By focusing on disciplined action and continuous improvement, Brian not only created wealth for himself but empowered others to do the same, leaving a legacy of practical wisdom for aspiring leaders.CHAPTERS02:13 - Dream Big Dreams03:49 - You become what you think about05:24 - The most important quality you can have08:03 - Selling The Most Soap in the Nation09:55 - Humble Beginnings12:31 - Learning From Rejection15:15 - Case Study of Brian's Sales System17:30 - Brian's Triangle Method20:30 - Brian Making People Rich22:30 - Brian’s Tips for Becoming a Millionaire27:50 - The implementation gap31:15 - End of showConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

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• Harold Perrineau: The Struggles They Don’t Tell You About in Acting

  Harold Perrineau, acclaimed actor best known for roles in Lost, Oz, and Romeo + Juliet, joins the show for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation. From humble beginnings and being misunderstood as a “weird dancer” to becoming a staple in some of television and film’s most groundbreaking projects, Harold opens up about the grit, passion, and occasional luck that shaped his path. He reflects on his time in theater, challenges in breaking out of typecasting, and what it was like to work with legendary talents like Baz Luhrmann, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Anthony Hopkins.Throughout the interview, Harold dives into his evolution not just as an actor, but as an entrepreneur and creator. He shares unforgettable moments—like being recognized by Morgan Freeman and getting praise from Denzel Washington—and how they affirmed his journey. He also discusses his recent hit show FROM, what’s next for his production projects, and drops empowering advice for anyone building a career or business from the ground up: stay engaged, stay interested, and never stop building. It’s a masterclass in passion and perseverance.CHAPTERS02:12 – Early Struggles and Theater Roots04:46 – Being Typecast and Breaking Out07:11 – Acting in 'Oz' and Its Challenges09:32 – Playing Mercutio in ‘Romeo + Juliet’12:07 – Working with Leonardo DiCaprio & Baz Luhrmann14:29 – Landing Iconic Roles and Staying Grounded16:59 – The Power of Luck in an Acting Career19:03 – Meeting Morgan Freeman & Denzel Washington21:00 – Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs23:17 – ‘FROM’ and Unexpected SuccessConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

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• TV Star Howie Mandel on Success & Showbiz

  Howie Mandel, the legendary comedian, actor, and entrepreneur, joins the conversation to share insights into his unique journey through business, mindset, and cutting-edge technology. Throughout the episode, Howie opens up about his approach to success, emphasizing the importance of decision-making, mindset shifts inspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad, and the value of doing work that genuinely excites you. He offers listeners a glimpse into his passion for real estate, smart investing, and taking steady steps towards their goals.A highlight of the discussion is Howie’s involvement with Proto Holograms, the innovative company behind real-time holographic technology that’s changing entertainment, medicine, and commerce. He explains how Proto’s tech goes beyond traditional holograms like the Tupac Coachella projection, making immersive communication accessible to everyone. The episode closes with Howie’s thoughtful reflections on legacy, encouraging listeners to live fully in the present instead of just waiting for the weekend.CHAPTERS01:12 - Welcoming Howie01:58 - The Game of Business and Success4:05 - Decisions Create Destiny5:24 - Taking One Step at a Time8:10 - Rich Dad Poor Dad & The Mindset of Money10:00 - Assets & Liabilities13:20 - Doing Work That Excites You14:39 - Everything is Real Estate17:22 - Investing in Company Who Produced Tupac Hologram20:00 - Proto’s Innovation24:15 - Companies Utilising Proto's Technology25:15 - Howies Future Vision for Proto27:22 - What does Howie want his legacy to be?29:45 - Stop Living For The Weekend & Live NowConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

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