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The Luminist Podcast

Justin Butcher

The Rational Transformation Podcast | YOUR POWER. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. YOUR LIFE.

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02:17:56

Religion, God, Social Media, AI and Self Esteem –...

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2025/12/12

Why dogmatism keeps us divided and what ancient philosophy teaches about modern truth.In this conversation, Josh Waldron joins host Justin to explore how studying religion and philosophy shaped his understanding of reality, why most people cling too tightly to their beliefs, and how humility might be the key to healing division in the modern world. From defining what religion actually is (hint: it's not what you think), to understanding why knowledge is a void, Josh breaks down how loosening

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01:06:55

You Know What to Do—So Why Aren't You Doing It? -...

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2025/12/05

Why you stay stuck even when you know what to do.In this conversation, Will Polston joins host Justin to break down why most people never act on the future they say they want. From the lies we tell ourselves about “not knowing” what we want, to the trap of waiting for the perfect plan, Will shows how to build a North Star, reverse engineer it, and actually move.If you’ve been looping on vision boards, journaling, or “getting ready” without real progress, this conversation will challenge you to pick

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01:15:38

Manifestation Is a Lie, Here's What Actually Works -...

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2025/11/28

Manifestation is sold as magic, but what if it is really just a way to avoid responsibility and hard work?In this episode, host Justin sits down with coach and investor Alex Surdu to break down why manifestation culture is a “pixelated model of reality,” what parts of it actually work, and why action, skills, and radical responsibility will always beat wishful thinking.Alex explains how to build a clear vision for your life, use it as a decision filter, and separate goals you truly want from goals

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00:51:23

The Harsh Truth About Fame, Money & Authenticity –...

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2025/11/21

In this conversation, radio legend JohnJay joins host Justin to talk honestly about what fame really feels like, why chasing money alone can ruin your life, and how to choose a path that actually fits who you are. From turning down huge offers in New York to build a better life in Arizona, to creating the Love Up and Love Pup foundations, JohnJay shares the tradeoffs behind the highlight reel and what he wishes more young people understood about ambition, work, and family.You’ll hear stories about

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01:04:12

How to Build a Life Worth living - Buk Prive

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2025/11/14

Why do so many people chase money, success, and status, yet still feel empty when they get it?In this conversation, Justin sits down with entrepreneur and speaker Buk Prive to unpack what actually creates a meaningful life. They talk about why “money doesn’t buy happiness” is only half true, the six pillars every fulfilled person builds their life around, and how your environment, beliefs, and daily habits quietly decide who you become.Buk breaks down why the system is designed for a small

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01:00:20

Why the Education System is Failing – Pardis Mahdavi

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2025/11/07

Why universities are failing and what needs to change.In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Pardis Madhavi joins host Justin to expose the crisis in higher education. From the widening gap between academia and the real world to the urgent need for purpose-driven learning, this episode challenges everything we think we know about education.Pardis explains how universities lost touch with both students and employers and what it will take to rebuild trust, relevance, and curiosity in the

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01:04:56

Why Young People Struggle to Find Success – Cody Knoell

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2025/10/31

Most people don't fail because they lack talent—they fail because they're drowning in noise.In this no-BS conversation, entrepreneur Cody Knoell breaks down the uncomfortable truths about building a life that actually matters. Forget motivation. Forget waiting to "find your passion." This is about discipline, clarity, and the gritty work nobody posts on Instagram.From starting his first business at 13 to dropping out of college and building real wealth, Cody shares the lessons most

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01:25:25

The Smartest Move To Make In Your 20s – Barry Garapedian

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2025/10/24

Most people chase success. Barry Garapedian reverse-engineered it.After 39 years dominating Wall Street, Barry didn't retire to a beach — he committed his life to mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs. In this raw, no-BS conversation, he reveals the principles that made him a top producer and how young people today can build real wealth, unshakeable self-belief, and a life of purpose.This isn't your typical business podcast. Barry dismantles common myths about money, exposes why

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01:53:04

The Right Way To Raise The Next Generation – Kirsten...

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2025/10/17

In this deeply personal episode, parent coach and teen communication expert Kirsten Cobabe reveals what's really behind the distance between parents and their teens—and how to close it.Growing up has never been noisier. Between algorithmic feeds, curated identities, and emotional exhaustion, today's teens are navigating territory most parents never imagined. But beneath the mood swings, silence, and defiance lies something simpler: a longing to be truly seen.Kristen offers a compassionate

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00:43:44

How to Build Real Self-Esteem in the Modern World -...

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2025/10/10

Your phone is designed to control you. Modern culture is designed to distract you. And most people are living on autopilot—without ever building a clear vision for their own lives.Jon Butcher has spent decades helping people break free from these patterns. In this conversation, we explore what it really takes to reclaim your focus, build authentic relationships, and design a life that's truly yours—not one shaped by algorithms, cultural pressure, or other people's expectations.Key

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00:54:27

The Secret Power of Meditation for Success - Jason...

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2025/10/03

In this episode, meditation teacher and composer Jason Campbell shares profound insights on breath, presence, and true mastery. With over 100 meditation albums and decades of teaching experience, Jason reframes meditation—not as "mindfulness practice," but as the art of presence, releasing suffering, and transmuting energy into power.We explore the roots of suffering through resistance and attachment, the Zen philosophy of creating space, and why breath is the foundation of all mastery

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00:48:45

Why Most People Regret Their Last Words – Matt Nealand

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2025/09/26

From saving lives in the back of an ambulance to building businesses that train the next generation of paramedics, Matt Nealand has lived a life on the edge of urgency and impact. In this episode, he shares what 30 years in EMS taught him about resilience, decision-making under pressure, and why clarity of purpose is the ultimate driver of success.Key Timestamps00:00 – Opening: How facing mortality daily shaped Matt's worldview and approach to life01:37 – Inside EMS reality: The truth about

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01:02:14

How To Build Self Esteem - Jon Butcher

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2025/09/19

Transform your relationship with yourself and unlock your potential through proven frameworks for building authentic self-worth.In this transformative episode, entrepreneur and life designer Jon Butcher reveals the foundational principles that shaped his extraordinary journey from struggle to success. Drawing on decades of study with legendary psychologist Nathaniel Branden, Jon breaks down the science of self-esteem and provides actionable strategies for creating lasting confidence, clarity, and

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00:56:43

Why Most People Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free) -...

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2025/09/12

In this transformative episode, world-renowned photographer and educator Sue Bryce opens up about reinvention, identity, and the mindset shifts that shaped her career and life. From walking away from a successful business to manifesting her dream home, Sue shares raw lessons on clarity, authenticity, and the courage to create.Key Moments:00:00 – Why transformation means death of an old identity02:22 – Leaving a thriving business to follow her soul’s calling05:16 – Self-actualization and breaking

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01:20:27

Why Is America So Fat? The Truth No One Wants to...

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2025/09/05

We dive deep with Coach JP on the real drivers of obesity, what Europe gets right, the truth about seed oils and food dyes, gym culture myths, science-based lifting (without overthinking), sleep that actually helps, and when medications like Ozempic make sense.Timestamps00:00 America’s obesogenic environment: constant ads, convenience culture, and caloric density02:28 Policy vs. lifestyle: why behavior and daily movement matter more than ingredients04:33 Seed oils & food dyes: what the evidence

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00:47:33

12 Lessons from an 83-Year-Old Hall of Fame Speaker –...

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2025/08/29

Hall of Fame speaker Joel Weldon has delivered over 3,000 events worldwide and coached more than 10,000 speakers. In this episode, he shares why public speaking is so terrifying for most people—and how anyone can transform fear into confidence, impact, and influence.Episode Timestamps00:00 – Why speaking in front of others is one of the world’s greatest fears02:44 – The Paramedic Metaphor: focusing on service, not self04:52 – The You Factor: turning personal stories into audience-driven lessons07:21

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01:00:02

The Power of Doing Hard Things – Akshay Nanavati

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2025/08/22

In this unflinching and soul-stirring episode, Akshay Nanavati—Marine Corps Veteran, polar explorer, and author of Fearvana—takes us deep into the brutal mental and physical landscape of his solo expedition across Antarctica.From endless days of dragging 400-pound sleds through unforgiving snow, to confronting silence, monotony, and the voice of doubt inside his own mind, Akshay shares what it really means to go to war with yourself—and to win. With profound insight and raw vulnerability, he reveals

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00:48:29

The Golden Age Apocalypse - Jon Butcher

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2025/08/15

Jon Butcher is a visionary entrepreneur, artist, and co-founder of Lifebook. With decades of experience challenging the status quo of how we live, think, and create, Jon has built a life of radical self-determination and conscious design.In this episode, we dive deep into the AI Revolution — how it compares to the agricultural and industrial revolutions, what it means for human creativity and sovereignty, and why this moment could ignite a new Golden Age. Jon reveals why illumination begins with

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01:04:18

What Drives a 3x Champion to Be Unstoppable? –...

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2025/08/08

In this episode, 3x Ms. Fitness Olympia and unstoppable force Whitney Jones takes us on a high-energy, no-excuses journey through mindset, self-discipline, visualization, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. Even when life (literally) breaks your bones.From performing with a torn ACL to competing three days after breaking her leg, Whitney’s story is a masterclass in mental resilience. But this isn’t just about fitness. It’s about how to lead your life like a champion, through every setback, with

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01:08:57

How To Turn Pain Into Power – Mel June

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2025/08/01

In this raw, empowering, and soul-stirring episode, Mel June, founder of Live Anyway and creator of the As I Am movement, opens up about reinvention, resilience, and radical self-worth.From surviving cancer to navigating divorce and identity loss, Mel shares how she rebuilt her life from the inside out—one breath, one decision, one brave moment at a time. With her signature vulnerability and wisdom, she reminds us that healing isn’t about returning to who we were—it’s about becoming who we really

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