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: hello@jessetidisco.com

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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: https://www.harvestchurch.church/bishop-kevin-foreman

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

X: https://x.com/bishopforeman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEjw4XNvaqjgHPz1orB3XGA

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bishopforeman?lang=en

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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.

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