Today’s conversation is with Calvin & Ryan Smith, co-founders of Suited & Booted—a premium tailoring brand built from the ground up in Dubai, known for its sharp fits, honest service, and relentless work ethic.

We rewind the clock to before the stores, the signature suits, and the brand recognition—to the early hustle, tough setbacks, and bold decisions that built the foundations of their success.

Ryan shares how he went from working in recruitment and real estate to selling suits from the back of a rented Toyota Yaris, and Calvin recalls how him and Ryan became friends, business partners , and scaled together.

Expect to learn:

• What led Ryan and Calvin to move to Dubai
• Where the idea for tailoring came from—and how it turned into Suited & Booted
• How they navigated major supplier issues and financial pressure early on
• Why owning your mistakes can be a superpower in business
• How Calvin & Ryan complement each other as business partners
• The biggest milestones in the Suited & Booted journey so far
• The evolution from “use Ryan” to building a scalable brand
• What they look for when hiring and how they train their sales team
• Why so many expats leave the UAE worse off financially—and how to avoid that trap
• What most men are getting wrong when it comes to suits
• How their casualwear range BYSMITH fits into the brand vision
• What long-term success looks like by 2030

This is a deep dive into resilience, reputation, and relationship-based business—from two men who built their business on trust, tailoring, and turning up every day, no matter what.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Website - https://www.suitedbooted.com/

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Today’s conversation is with Shako Lokman.

Shako is a world-class communication expert, founder of Minds Eye Status, & trusted coach to those looking to develop executive presence, improve workplace interactions, and master social dynamics.

In this episode, we explore the transformation that took Shako from a self-described "shy kid" in Sydney to a sought-after authority on grounded communication. Drawing inspiration from thinkers like Robert Greene & shaped by real-world experience in sales and real estate, Shako shares practical tools to help you become more confident, assertive, and impactful in every conversation.

Expect to learn:

• How Robert Greene’s work shaped Shako’s journey into mastering human behaviour and power dynamics
• What “social dynamics” really means and why it’s a game-changer for personal and professional relationships
• What door-to-door sales and real estate taught him about communication under pressure
• The most common communication challenges men face today—and how to overcome them
• The recipe for becoming a great communicator, including body language, energy, and verbal clarity
• How to set boundaries at work and push back on unrealistic deadlines with assertiveness
• The meaning of executive presence and how to develop it in business
• Grounded communication explained: how to stay calm, composed, and compelling under pressure
• Why the fear of small talk is widespread—and how to make it easier and more natural
• What success looks like for Shako by the time he turns 40

Whether you’re trying to improve your communication, build deeper connections, or simply feel more confident in your own skin—this episode will leave you with powerful, practical insights.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shakotlokman/

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Today’s conversation is with Calum White, founder of White & Co and a leader in the Dubai real estate market.

Calum made the leap to Dubai nearly a decade ago, building one of the city’s biggest and best real estate agencies.

In this episode, we explore:

• The evolution of Dubai's real estate market – How it’s changed since Calum arrived in 2016
• Why so many fail in Dubai – And what separates those who thrive
• Launching White & Co at 27 – The mindset, mentors, and risks involved
• Breaking into real estate in Dubai – Is it still possible with no experience?
• What makes a top-performing agent? – Skills, mindset, and earning expectations
• Biggest lessons from multi-million dollar deals – And mistakes along the way
• Investing in Dubai vs the UK – Key differences, strategies, and investor advantages
• Why 60% of expats leave Dubai worse off financially – And how to avoid that fate

We also dive into business growth, decision-making, team culture, and self-investment—including Calum’s key takeaways from learning with Alex & Leila Hormozi and why personal development unlocks material success.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/calumwhitedxb/?

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Today’s conversation is with James Cooper.

James is a man of many dimensions. With a degree in Nutrition from King’s College London, a Roger Gracie Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the owner of Body Transformation Gym.

He returns to the podcast after his popular appearance on episode 286.

We sit down again to tackling topics from masculinity and fitness to online reputation and modern social dynamics.

In this episode, we cover:

• The state of modern masculinity
• What on earth is going on with phrases like “men have a lot of work to do”
• James’ response to claims that all men should apologise for the behaviour of bad men
• The rise of repututional attacks as a social currency
• Why men are increasingly using female social tactics to damage each other
• How health and testosterone optimisation are triggering certain groups
• The reality about testosterone levels, plastics, processed foods, and lifestyle swaps
• The body positivity movement and how Ozempic exposed its flaws

This conversation challenges some of the laughable mainstream narratives and pushes you to think critically about self-improvement, health, and personal accountability.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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Website - https://bodytransformationlondon.com/personal-trainer-in-hampstead/

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Today’s conversation is with Luis Guarin.

Luis is a property entrepreneur and Director of Prime Property Auctions.

From starting a forex community app to building and selling Host Clean, Luis has always been driven by business growth. Now, he’s running Prime Property Auctions alongside John Morris working towards making it the UK’s biggest auction house.

In this episode, expect to learn:

• How Luis built a networking event turned thriving property community
• The lessons from selling Host Clean and making acquisitions
• Why he joined Prime Property Auctions and the systems driving its success
• The power (and risks) of building in public on social media
• The key ingredients of a top-performing salesman
• What it’s like running a business with his wife, Gemma
• His long-term approach to property investing and when to focus on wealth over business growth
• The books and mentors that shaped his mindset in his 20s

If you're interested in property investing, business growth, and high-performance entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-guarin-70745192/

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Today’s conversation is with Joe Bryan.

Joe is an entrepreneur, investor, advisor, and creator of “What’s The Problem?”

What do the following problems have in common? Declining birth rates, forever wars, mental health crisis, obesity problem cost of living, swollen government, chronic health issues, deterioration of the family unit, wealth inequality.

Expect to learn:

• Why society feels increasingly unstable—and what’s really driving the decline
• How money impacts everything from government control to personal freedoms
• The seven characteristics that define good money
• Why fiat currency leads to crony capitalism and economic manipulation
• How Bitcoin could fundamentally change the financial system
• What separating money from the state could look like
• How fast Bitcoin adoption is happening—and if we’re still early

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtFOxNbmD38

Twitter - https://x.com/satsvsfiat

Website - https://www.satsvsfiat.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-bryan-/

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Today, the guest is me and it’s time for a solo Q&A where I answer the Questions sent in by the listeners over Instagram, on my new Patreon and on my email list.

These include my thoughts on almost quitting, the body positivity psy op, public speaking, the manospehere, and many more topics.

Thanks for all your support over the the last 300 episodes, we see going.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

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In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Stirling Cooper.

Stirling a former award-winning adult film star, now a men’s performance coach helping guys improve their confidence and skills in the bedroom.

Expect to learn:

How Stirling went from a small 3,000-person town in Australia to becoming a world-renowned porn star
What the adult film industry is really like behind the scenes—the biggest misconceptions and what a day on set looks like
Why he left the industry and now calls himself a "retired and repenting porn star"
How modern men are being sedated—porn, distractions, and the lack of true masculine purpose
The 3 most common performance issues men face and how to overcome them
Immediate techniques & mindset shifts that improve confidence in the bedroom
His thoughts on modern dating & how to vet for your partner in today’s challenging landscape

This is a raw and insightful episode about masculinity, confidence, and what’s really holding men back today.

Today’s podcast is sponsored and supported by Notox Skincare. Get 15% using CAMBRO on natural skin care here - www.notoxskincare.co

Connect with Stirling:
Website - stirlingcooper.com
Instagram - @stirlingcooper
YouTube - Stirling Cooper

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