Episodes

Too many people are stuck trying to be perfect—but perfection is a trap. The truth? Being wrong isn’t a failure… it’s a feature of being human. In this special MicroVee for Juneteenth, I talk about the power of changing your mind, the myth of always having it together, and why letting go of judgment—especially from others—is the ultimate freedom. We talk about: 💥 Why being wrong is not a weakness 🔁 How to adapt quickly without shame 🧩 The danger of living for someone else’s opinion 🛑 Why s...

If you're stuck in a job you hate, hiding from your dreams, or blaming your parents for the way your life turned out—this one’s going to hit different. I sat down with the brilliant Liz Moody for one of the most raw, honest, and practical conversations I’ve had in a minute. We covered everything from accountability and AI to why your fear of judgment is holding you back from your next chapter. 📌 This is not just about motivation—it's about action. If you're sick of living someone else's versio...

Think more money means more happiness? Think again. In this episode, I go all in on one of the most misunderstood ideas out there — that success, fame, or financial wins automatically lead to fulfillment. Spoiler alert: they don’t. Whether you're on the come-up or already living with some wins, this episode will challenge how you define “success.” I talk about keeping life simple, the emotional toll of chasing more, and how gratitude and perspective are the real ROI. If you've ever felt overw...

I gave this keynote at the NAC Success Resources event in 2019 — and I went deep on the real shit that holds people back. It’s not lack of resources. It’s not bad luck. It’s entitlement, insecurity, and the need to impress others instead of doing what actually makes you happy. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck or not moving fast enough, this episode is a wake-up call. I break down the 5 core pieces of value that I believe will unlock your path to success — and most of them have nothing to d...

What’s up, everyone! In this episode, I sit down with Forbes for one of the most complete convos I’ve had in a long time—seriously, we go all the way back to my childhood in Edison, New Jersey, and trace the path from shoveling snow to building VeeFriends. If you’re navigating your own entrepreneurial journey or trying to understand what’s actually happening in marketing right now, this one's for you. We talk about how my obsession with consumer attention has shaped every move I've made—from la...

The world is changing faster than ever — are you ready to keep up? In today’s episode, I go deep on where I believe technology is heading — and what it really means for business, creators, and human beings. From AI influencers and commoditized creativity to blockchain, IP ownership, and gut instinct, this is one of the most raw, unfiltered breakdowns of the current landscape I’ve ever done. Whether you’re a founder, a marketer, a creator, or just someone trying to figure out where the world’s h...

You need to put things into perspective and take control of your life. Nobody cares about a Supreme backpack when your health isn't going anywhere... Stop caring and stressing about dumb shit and look at what's important.

Today's video is one of my favorite meetings of the year: meeting with VaynerMedia's interns and answering questions, like what the future of AI in media looks like, and whether or not ChatGPT will take over creative. I talk about how AI is shaping the marketing field, and give my two cents on the best way to improve your skillset to become experts in digital media. Hope you enjoy!

I've said it before—entrepreneurship is a grind, and today’s episode is a masterclass in why . Kass and Mike Lazerow, two people I love like family, just released their new book Shoveling $h!t : A Love Story About the Entrepreneur’s Messy Path to Success*. It’s real, unfiltered, and packed with insights that go way beyond business. We talk about what it’s really like to sell a book from scratch, what surprised them most during the process, and the emotional rollercoaster of launching some...

Today’s MicroVee is a powerful reminder that bad advice can lead to great outcomes — if you trust your gut. I sat down with Massimo Marioni from Fortune and shared one of the worst pieces of business advice I’ve ever been given… and how ignoring it helped me build a massive retail business. We also chopped it up about the best advice I got from my dad, why success isn’t about money or titles, and the biggest regret I have from my early 20s. 🎯 Whether you’re 25 or 45, this one’s a must-li...

This one’s for anyone in marketing who’s still clinging to outdated tactics. I sat down for a conversation at Advertising Week and went deep on how the industry is changing — fast. From the collapse of social media as we knew it to the rise of live shopping, AI influencers, and attention-based algorithms, this episode covers where marketing is actually going, not where people wish it was going. I also break down why most creative still fails, how data and attention go hand in hand, and wha...

Today’s episode is all about AI — the fears, the facts, and most importantly, the mindset shift you need to thrive. We’ve compiled some of my strongest takes on the future of work and how AI fits into it. You’ll hear from people who are genuinely scared they’re about to be replaced… and I’ll give you the exact advice I’d give my own team. This tech is moving fast — but it’s not about being perfect. It’s about being adaptable. The people who succeed will stop acting like task doers and start...

In this episode, Gary speaks to a group of business owners about the real challenges and opportunities in today’s landscape — from the rapid evolution of AI to the often-overlooked power of consistent social content. He explains why many businesses aren’t seeing results with digital marketing, how simple strategies like localized video ads can drive actual customer growth, and why understanding AI isn’t just a competitive edge — it’s quickly becoming a necessity. If you're navigating hiring is...

Sometimes the smallest gesture creates the biggest return. In this episode, I talk about one of my favorite stories ever—where a simple act of gratitude turned into a massive business opportunity. This is for all the entrepreneurs out there who are obsessed with scale and tech... but might be sleeping on the old-school moves that really build brand equity. This isn’t theory—it’s a real case study of how doing the unscalable can scale your business better than any ad campaign. I also break do...

This is my 2024 commencement speech at NYU Stern — one of the most important talks I’ve given. I break down what graduating students actually need to know before entering the real world. This isn’t about hype or theory — it’s about the mindset and clarity you’ll need to succeed in a tough job market and an even tougher business landscape. We talk about: Why adversity early in your career is a good thing How to stop letting other people’s opinions control your decisions The problem with part...

I’m bringing you one of the most impactful keynotes I’ve ever done— my 2017 Q&A with the Dutch Bros Coffee team in Portland, Oregon . It’s been a fan-favorite for years and I totally understand why: the energy, the heart, the realness in this room was just unreal. No fluff—just practical, emotional, and deeply honest takes on leadership, burnout, ambition, and what it really means to care. This wasn’t just a speech—it was a back-and-forth with some of the most passionate people I’ve ever talk...

🔥 Ever wonder what really fuels consistent success? In this powerful, introspective episode, I sat down with the hosts of The Iced Coffee Hour for one of my most vulnerable and wide-ranging conversations yet. We get into gratitude, hard work, burnout, parenting, AI relationships, and everything in between. This isn’t your typical motivation talk — it’s raw, real, and straight from the heart. If you're on your grind, questioning your path, or trying to define your own version of balance and s...

The insane 400 trillion to 1 odds of becoming a human being is enough to drive me daily, I'm just grateful for this at bat!!

This episode comes from my appearance on On Par with Maury Povich , and it turned into something really special. We went deep — like deep deep — on the stuff that really matters: legacy, media, parenting, regrets, and where the world is heading next. Maury’s a legend. He’s lived through the golden ages of radio, TV, and now digital. We talked about everything from how attention has always been the game , to what AI means for legacy . 🎯 This one’s for creators, storytellers, entreprene...

This one’s for the marketers, brand builders, and business leaders still clinging to yesterday’s playbook. In this high-energy keynote and raw Q&A from the POSSIBLE conference, I’m throwing punches—at outdated marketing models, bloated ad budgets, and the creative delusion plaguing our industry. We’re in the Interest Media era now. Organic creative IS the strategy. If you’re not over-investing in social content, you’re being outflanked by companies that didn’t exist a year ago. No more dis...

I’m get ting deep on this one—this is a raw and refl ective talk I gave recent ly, and it goes way bey ond busi ness. I touch on what it means to simp lify your life, how grat itude and guilt have driv en my suc cess, and why judg ment is the kill er of poten tial. We also talk about: The mass ive shift coming when glass es replace phones Why the scar iest thing isn’t fail ure—it’s regret Parent ing, person al growth, and how fear shaped ...

AI is flipping the script on search—and most brands aren’t ready. In this episode, I sat down with Bloomberg to break down the massive shifts happening in digital marketing, thanks to AI-powered search engines, and how every brand—from Fortune 500s to startups—needs to urgently adapt. We talk about what Apple’s shift away from Google search really means, how AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Perplexity are changing consumer behavior, and why lazy marketers who rely too much on AdWords are going to...

I had an unreal time chopping it up with the legend himself, Neil Patrick Harris! 🤯 This convo goes WAY beyond acting – it’s about creativity, adaptability, and how to keep reinventing yourself while staying true to who you are. Neil’s been on a wild journey from Doogie Howser to Gone Girl to Broadway to magic at the Magic Castle… and yet he’s still pushing to grow, learn, and stretch himself. If you’re an artist, a business owner, a creator, or just someone navigating your own evolution ...

This one’s for the real entrepreneurs—the ones in the trenches building something that matters. In this keynote from the BizX conference, I go deep on the real traits of successful business owners: resilience, adaptability, and the relentless pursuit of attention through content. We’re entering a world where platforms like ChatGPT and AI-driven search will dominate how customers find solutions—and if you're not building a brand now, you will regret it later. I break down exactly why social ...