Be The Giraffe Castos https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com Join Chris Jarvis as he interviews some of the most successful, innovative, motivational, and disruptive minds on the planet. These "real giraffes" stick their necks out and share the challenges, worries, and setbacks that were important parts of their journey -- and may be exactly what you are going through right now! Learn the invaluable insights, observations, tips and strategies that helped our amazing guests change their businesses, disrupt their industries, build extraordinary wealth, and generate amazing transformation for themselves, their families, and their communities. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:14:25 +0000 en © 2025 https://episodes.castos.com/6754362e2c0834-61544207/images/podcast/covers/c1a-oqn43-mkg946ngu5m3-jkwcru.jpg Be The Giraffe https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com Join Chris Jarvis as he interviews some of the most successful, innovative, motivational, and disruptive minds on the planet. These "real giraffes" stick their necks out and share the challenges, worries, and setbacks that were important parts of their journey -- and may be exactly what you are going through right now! Learn the invaluable insights, observations, tips and strategies that helped our amazing guests change their businesses, disrupt their industries, build extraordinary wealth, and generate amazing transformation for themselves, their families, and their communities. NowMedia Television Networks episodic Join Chris Jarvis as he interviews some of the most successful, innovative, motivational, and disruptive minds on the planet. These "real giraffes" stick their necks out and share the challenges, worries, and setbacks that were important parts of their journey -- and may be exactly what you are going through right now! Learn the invaluable insights, observations, tips and strategies that helped our amazing guests change their businesses, disrupt their industries, build extraordinary wealth, and generate amazing transformation for themselves, their families, and their communities. NowMedia Television Networks juan@nowmedia.tv false https://feeds.castos.com/j318m yes <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (aired 01-16-26) Unlock People-Powered Profitability & Transform Your Business]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:14:25 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2327194 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-01-16-26-unlock-people-powered-profitability-transform-your-business In this episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down with Billy Goldberg of the Buckeye Group to explore how understanding people—not just processes or technology—can skyrocket your business success. Discover actionable strategies for leadership, employee engagement, and organizational growth. Learn how hiring the right people, aligning values, and fostering transparency can transform workplace culture and drive profitability. Billy shares his journey from entertainment agent to business consultant, revealing insights on personal transformation, trial-and-error learning, and investing in yourself. Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or ambitious professional, this episode will show you how to stop repeating old patterns, leverage human potential, and create a thriving, high-performance organization. Elevate your perspective, optimize your team, and unlock growth with people-powered strategies. Tune in now!

]]> false In this episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down with Billy Goldberg of the Buckeye Group to explore how understanding people—not just processes or technology—can skyrocket your business success. Discover actionable strategies for leadership, employee engagement, and organizational growth. Learn how hiring the right people, aligning values, and fostering transparency can transform workplace culture and drive profitability. Billy shares his journey from entertainment agent to business consultant, revealing insights on personal transformation, trial-and-error learning, and investing in yourself. Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or ambitious professional, this episode will show you how to stop repeating old patterns, leverage human potential, and create a thriving, high-performance organization. Elevate your perspective, optimize your team, and unlock growth with people-powered strategies. Tune in now!

]]> 00:53:24 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 12-05-25) Breaking Free From the Herd: How Courtney Keel Builds Brands Through Courage, Connection, and Customer Insight]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 22:59:04 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2294106 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-12-05-2025-breaking-free-from-the-herd-how-courtney-keel-builds-brands-throu In this compelling episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes marketing strategist and entrepreneur Courtney Keel for a deep, honest conversation about branding, leadership, and what it truly takes to stand out in business. As the founder of Expert Marketing Advisors, Courtney has worked with some of the fastest-growing tech companies in Silicon Valley, helping leaders build brands that scale through clarity, connection, and strategic courage.

]]> false In this compelling episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes marketing strategist and entrepreneur Courtney Keel for a deep, honest conversation about branding, leadership, and what it truly takes to stand out in business. As the founder of Expert Marketing Advisors, Courtney has worked with some of the fastest-growing tech companies in Silicon Valley, helping leaders build brands that scale through clarity, connection, and strategic courage.

]]> 00:53:08 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 11-28-25) Standing Tall in Business: How Kadena Tate Turned Authenticity, Alignment, and Purpose Into Profitable Impact]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 22:20:51 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2294035 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-11-28-25-standing-tall-in-business-how-kadena-tate-turned-authenticity-alig In this powerful episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes renowned business strategist and revenue mentor Kadena Tate, creator of 50 Shades of Paid, for a deeply human and transformative conversation about authenticity, money, and leadership. Kadena shares her journey from corporate executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, revealing how trying to follow other people’s frameworks led her to burnout, bankruptcy, and ultimately a breakthrough that changed everything.

]]> false In this powerful episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes renowned business strategist and revenue mentor Kadena Tate, creator of 50 Shades of Paid, for a deeply human and transformative conversation about authenticity, money, and leadership. Kadena shares her journey from corporate executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, revealing how trying to follow other people’s frameworks led her to burnout, bankruptcy, and ultimately a breakthrough that changed everything.

]]> 00:52:55 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (11-14-25)-Think Bigger: How to Break Mental Limits & Transform Your Vision]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 23:31:53 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2247018 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-11-14-25-think-bigger-how-to-break-mental-limits-transform-your-vision In this episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis explores the mindset shifts needed to break mental limits, think bigger, and step into your full potential. Through real stories, practical insights, and powerful reflections, this conversation helps listeners understand how perspective shapes success—and how changing the way you see yourself can change everything around you.

You’ll learn why fear keeps people stuck, how comfort zones block financial growth, and why the world rewards those who dare to stand taller and think differently. Chris also shares strategic guidance on how to clarify your vision, make bold decisions, and position yourself for long-term wealth and personal freedom.

If you're ready to elevate your thinking, expand your goals, and take action on the opportunities waiting for you, this episode will inspire you to rise above the noise and look at your life from a higher vantage point.

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:12) - In the Elevator With Branding
  • (00:02:24) - Outlining the Importance of Perceived Limits
  • (00:06:38) - What are the challenges of asking for feedback on your business?
  • (00:07:46) - No Negative Feedback For Creators
  • (00:11:10) - How to Get Your Clients to Share Their Feedback
  • (00:12:11) - How to Build a Million-Dollar Business
  • (00:13:15) - Covid: The Disruption of Sales Marketing
  • (00:18:16) - Marketing Executive: Love-Like-Love Exercise
  • (00:21:56) - Outbound and Inbound Sales: What Works?
  • (00:23:00) - How Much of Your Email Is Authentically Founder-Led?
  • (00:25:11) - How to Stop Paying Taxes on Money
  • (00:28:23) - In the Elevator With AI
  • (00:31:50) - In the Elevator With Founders
  • (00:33:44) - The Real Story of Being Vulnerable
  • (00:39:11) - Be the Giraffe: The Courage to Fail
  • (00:41:29) - What is the biggest mistake small business owners make in marketing?
  • (00:42:29) - Getting Out Of Stuck
  • (00:46:19) - B2B Business to Business Advice
  • (00:48:15) - Do You Need Partners in Your Firm?
  • (00:51:36) - Expert Marketing Advisors: Where Can People Find Them?
]]> false In this episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis explores the mindset shifts needed to break mental limits, think bigger, and step into your full potential. Through real stories, practical insights, and powerful reflections, this conversation helps listeners understand how perspective shapes success—and how changing the way you see yourself can change everything around you.

You’ll learn why fear keeps people stuck, how comfort zones block financial growth, and why the world rewards those who dare to stand taller and think differently. Chris also shares strategic guidance on how to clarify your vision, make bold decisions, and position yourself for long-term wealth and personal freedom.

If you're ready to elevate your thinking, expand your goals, and take action on the opportunities waiting for you, this episode will inspire you to rise above the noise and look at your life from a higher vantage point.

]]> 00:53:08 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 11-07-2025)- Rise Above the Noise: Transformational Leadership Lessons to Elevate Your Life & Career]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 23:28:30 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2246953 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-11-07-2025-rise-above-the-noise-transformational-leadership-lessons-to-elev In this episode of Be The Giraffe, we dive deep into what it means to rise above challenges, elevate your thinking, and lead from a higher perspective. Packed with powerful insights, real stories, and practical strategies, this conversation helps you see beyond the noise of everyday life and make decisions with clarity and intention.

Whether you’re navigating personal growth, building a business, leading a team, or reinventing your life, this episode delivers the mindset tools and emotional intelligence needed to level up. Learn how to identify opportunities others miss, break free from limiting beliefs, and move with confidence toward your goals.

If you’re ready to think bigger, act bolder, and create lasting impact, this episode will give you the inspiration and direction you need to step into your highest potential.

Tune in and discover how to live with purpose, lead with vision, and—just like the giraffe—see farther than you ever have before.

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Peter Ashton
  • (00:05:22) - NBA All-Stars on Making It
  • (00:06:35) - Dreams That Didn't Work
  • (00:10:12) - How to Start a Million-Dollar Business
  • (00:13:22) - Peter Ashton on Starting a Business and How to Make Money
  • (00:17:49) - You Learned To Talk To Your Clients
  • (00:22:31) - How To Turn Your Past Into a Path
  • (00:25:31) - How to Stop Paying Too Much in Taxes
  • (00:28:43) - Peter Ashton on Starting a Business in the Elevator
  • (00:31:34) - How to Start a VC Fund in 2019
  • (00:36:46) - How Accenture Went From Insurance to Financial Services
  • (00:38:24) - In the Elevator: Disruption and Innovation
  • (00:40:24) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:41:25) - Peter Ashton on the Disruption of Financial Services
  • (00:46:18) - Will Financial Services Survive on a Subscription Based Model?
  • (00:52:17) - How to Make Money With Less Conflict of Interest
]]> false In this episode of Be The Giraffe, we dive deep into what it means to rise above challenges, elevate your thinking, and lead from a higher perspective. Packed with powerful insights, real stories, and practical strategies, this conversation helps you see beyond the noise of everyday life and make decisions with clarity and intention.

Whether you’re navigating personal growth, building a business, leading a team, or reinventing your life, this episode delivers the mindset tools and emotional intelligence needed to level up. Learn how to identify opportunities others miss, break free from limiting beliefs, and move with confidence toward your goals.

If you’re ready to think bigger, act bolder, and create lasting impact, this episode will give you the inspiration and direction you need to step into your highest potential.

Tune in and discover how to live with purpose, lead with vision, and—just like the giraffe—see farther than you ever have before.

]]> 00:53:40 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 10-20-25) From the Field to Finance: Peter Ashton on Reinvention, Grit, and Seeing Beyond the Herd]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:11:09 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2208014 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-10-20-25-from-the-field-to-finance-peter-ashton-on-reinvention-grit-and-se In this inspiring episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes former Division One and professional football player Peter Ashton for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the art of seeing opportunities others miss.

]]> false In this inspiring episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis welcomes former Division One and professional football player Peter Ashton for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the art of seeing opportunities others miss.

]]> 00:53:40 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 10-31-25) Jason Sisneros: The Power of Purpose Fighting for Freedom, Business, and Humanity]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:43:22 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2184370 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-10-31-2025-jason-cisneros-the-power-of-purpose-fighting-for-freedom-busines In this riveting episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down once again with visionary entrepreneur Jason Sisneros to explore how courage, conviction, and compassion can transform both business and society. Known for building and exiting 26 companies, Jason has turned his success into a mission creating Built to Exit and The Owners Syndicate to empower small and mid-size businesses and fight for economic freedom. Together, Chris and Jason dive deep into the challenges entrepreneurs face in a system that often favors the

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:32) - Jason Sisneros: Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:58) - Small and Mid Sized Businesses: A Mission
  • (00:06:39) - The Case for Unethical Capitalism
  • (00:13:32) - The Boston Tea Party
  • (00:16:49) - Jason on Why Advocacy Is Important for People
  • (00:23:16) - Tony Robbins
  • (00:25:16) - How to Stop Paying Taxes on Money
  • (00:28:28) - Barbara Walters on Awakening the Giant Within
  • (00:32:58) - The Calling of Serving Others
  • (00:35:18) - Steve Jobs on Becoming a Social Person
  • (00:39:31) - Be the Giraffe: When Is Enough Enough? by Chris Jarvis
  • (00:41:26) - Be the Giraffe: On an Island Alone
  • (00:42:08) - Tony Robbins on Staying Dangerous
  • (00:47:23) - Business Owners: The Need for Freedom
  • (00:50:33) - Built to Exit: How to Exit Your Business
]]> false In this riveting episode of Be the Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down once again with visionary entrepreneur Jason Sisneros to explore how courage, conviction, and compassion can transform both business and society. Known for building and exiting 26 companies, Jason has turned his success into a mission creating Built to Exit and The Owners Syndicate to empower small and mid-size businesses and fight for economic freedom. Together, Chris and Jason dive deep into the challenges entrepreneurs face in a system that often favors the

]]> 00:53:25 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe 10-24-25 | Cassidy Merrill: Turning Failure into Your Greatest Superpower]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:13:02 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2170511 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-10-24-25-cassidy-merrill-turning-failure-into-your-greatest-superpower In this inspiring episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down with Cassidy Merrill, a woman who turned her greatest challenges into fuel for purpose, success, and authenticity.

Cassidy shares the powerful story of quitting her stable job to follow her true calling—despite fear, doubt, and disapproval. She opens up about the courage to disappoint others in order to stay true to yourself, the strength found in vulnerability, and how to overcome the “head trash” that keeps so many from reaching their potential.

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:00:42) - Cassidy Mayoral on Becoming a Successful Salesperson
  • (00:06:45) - How to Get Out of the Pain of Sales
  • (00:12:21) - Meet Cassidy Mayoral: How She Turned Her Challenges Into Super
  • (00:15:29) - How To Get Out Of Depression
  • (00:24:07) - Be the Giraffe: The Secret to More Purpose
  • (00:25:44) - Vulnerable Voices on Being Vulnerable
  • (00:28:57) - What is that transition like when your life changes?
  • (00:36:10) - A Mother's Love for Her Kids
  • (00:37:59) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:38:56) - Tony Robbins on Leading From His Feminine Heart
  • (00:45:27) - Chris Benoit on Being Vulnerable
]]> false In this inspiring episode of Be The Giraffe, host Chris Jarvis sits down with Cassidy Merrill, a woman who turned her greatest challenges into fuel for purpose, success, and authenticity.

Cassidy shares the powerful story of quitting her stable job to follow her true calling—despite fear, doubt, and disapproval. She opens up about the courage to disappoint others in order to stay true to yourself, the strength found in vulnerability, and how to overcome the “head trash” that keeps so many from reaching their potential.

]]> 00:50:40 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 10-17-2025): Standing Taller Through Purpose — Brian Mayoral on Redefining Success]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 23:34:53 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2167515 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-10-17-2025-standing-taller-through-purpose-brian-mayoral-on-redefining-suc Once a school teacher, now a top performance strategist, Brian Mayoral shares how he transformed traditional selling into purpose driven impact. From classrooms to stages with Tony Robbins, Brian built Sell Up, a movement helping leaders shift from pressure-based sales to meaningful influence generating over $14 million in growth for his clients.

]]> false Once a school teacher, now a top performance strategist, Brian Mayoral shares how he transformed traditional selling into purpose driven impact. From classrooms to stages with Tony Robbins, Brian built Sell Up, a movement helping leaders shift from pressure-based sales to meaningful influence generating over $14 million in growth for his clients.

]]> 00:50:23 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 10-10-2025) Standing Taller: Tom Shipley on Resilience, Risk & Reinvention]]> Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:55:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2166682 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-09-06-2025-standing-taller-tom-shipley-on-resilience-risk-reinvention Tom’s journey spans from elite military service to building a billion-dollar beauty brand. Through moments of doubt, failure, and reinvention, he shares the lessons that helped him break free from expectations and build a life of meaning and impact.

]]> false Tom’s journey spans from elite military service to building a billion-dollar beauty brand. Through moments of doubt, failure, and reinvention, he shares the lessons that helped him break free from expectations and build a life of meaning and impact.

]]> 00:50:58 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 10-3-25) From Startup Hustle to 9-Figure Scale: Dan Roitman on Mindset, Mentors & Money]]> Fri, 03 Oct 2025 23:46:47 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2157408 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-10-3-25-from-startup-hustle-to-9-figure-scale-dan-roitman-on-mindset-mentor EY Entrepreneur of the Year Dan Roitman shares 120 mindset shifts to scale—delegation, EBITDA/multiples, avoiding mistakes, and teaching kids money with Miller Moguls.

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:45) - Dan Reitman on Becoming an Entrepreneur
  • (00:08:19) - Startup entrepreneur's journey from college
  • (00:11:01) - Be The Giraffe
  • (00:12:18) - In the Elevator With Dan Reitman
  • (00:12:58) - Dan Reitman on Starting a Business at 20
  • (00:19:15) - Language Learning Methodology
  • (00:20:23) - How to Get Out of the Language Model Trap
  • (00:23:29) - Mentors: How to Find a Friend
  • (00:25:09) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:25:51) - Dan Reuteman on Going From Entrepreneur to Professional Manager
  • (00:31:02) - What are the 120 Mind Shocks to Go From 7 Figures to
  • (00:34:37) - The Business Owner's Time as an Asset
  • (00:36:29) - CEOs on Investing in Yourself
  • (00:25:09) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:39:16) - Dan Reitman on Entrepreneurship
  • (00:39:42) - Mentoring and the business world
  • (00:40:31) - Mixed message on the multiple for companies
  • (00:42:45) - Mentoring: The Big Things
  • (00:50:17) - Million Moguls: Where Can I Find Dan Reitman
]]> false EY Entrepreneur of the Year Dan Roitman shares 120 mindset shifts to scale—delegation, EBITDA/multiples, avoiding mistakes, and teaching kids money with Miller Moguls.

]]> 00:51:21 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 9-12-25) Regan Archibald on Peptides, Gut Health & Longevity]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:47:21 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2155775 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-9-12-25-regan-archibald-on-peptides-gut-health-longevity Longevity expert Regan Archibald joins Chris Jarvis to decode peptides, GLP-1, gut health, and sleep. Learn science-backed ways to fix root causes, lose fat, and perform better—without the hype.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:33) - How to Heal Your Body with Your Mind
  • (00:06:53) - Symptoms of exposure to glyphosate in agriculture
  • (00:07:25) - Why I had brain fog for years
  • (00:10:49) - Signs of old age in Western medicine
  • (00:12:33) - Healthy Living: The Right to Know
  • (00:13:32) - Longevity Expert Reagan Archibald on the Future of Health Care
  • (00:15:00) - The Case for More Diagnostic Medicine
  • (00:21:52) - Social Anxiety should be treated as a pathological condition
  • (00:22:45) - The Money Behind Doctors' Books
  • (00:26:29) - Peptide Blueprint: How to Improve Your Health
  • (00:30:47) - On Social Media and Medical Advice
  • (00:33:55) - How to Get a Good Night's Sleep
  • (00:37:26) - Sleep and your health
  • (00:39:35) - The Fight for Your Life and Your Health
  • (00:40:57) - What Makes Natural Peptides So Different From Pharma?
  • (00:47:58) - How to Find the Right Peptide for Your Health
]]> false Longevity expert Regan Archibald joins Chris Jarvis to decode peptides, GLP-1, gut health, and sleep. Learn science-backed ways to fix root causes, lose fat, and perform better—without the hype.

]]> 00:52:28 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 09-26-2025) Stand Out, Reach Higher in Business & Life]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:10:18 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2155525 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-09-05-2024-stand-out-reach-higher-in-business-life Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis reveals how vulnerability fuels success. Learn to stand out, grow wealth, and find purpose with real stories, mindset shifts, and practical steps.

Chapters

  • (00:00:02) - Chris Jarvis
  • (00:00:53) - Why Be the Giraffe
  • (00:02:27) - Chris Jarvis on His Path to Success
  • (00:06:21) - Chris Farley on Being a Giraffe
  • (00:08:50) - Chris Moye on Surviving Ain't Thriving
  • (00:11:05) - Why Would a Guest Want to Be on Be the Giraffe?
  • (00:16:09) - In the Elevator With Be the Giraffe
  • (00:19:39) - How to Get Out Of A Bad Situation
  • (00:21:43) - Putting Yourself in the Room With Jack Canfield
  • (00:23:55) - How I Turned My Pain Into a Blessing
  • (00:30:12) - The Wild Factor: How to Get Out of the Trap
  • (00:35:16) - Why Is It So Important To You?
  • (00:37:01) - Chris on Evolving Your Life
  • (00:43:00) - Chris Hadfield on Finding His Why
  • (00:46:58) - Finding Your Why
]]> false Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis reveals how vulnerability fuels success. Learn to stand out, grow wealth, and find purpose with real stories, mindset shifts, and practical steps.

]]> 00:49:09 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 09-19-25) Sean Swarner: From Cancer Survivor to World Explorer]]> Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2145303 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-09-19-25-sean-swarner-from-cancer-survivor-to-world-explorer Discover how two-time cancer survivor Sean Swarner conquered the Seven Summits, North and South Poles, and marathons worldwide—living proof of resilience, purpose, and hope.

]]> false Discover how two-time cancer survivor Sean Swarner conquered the Seven Summits, North and South Poles, and marathons worldwide—living proof of resilience, purpose, and hope.

]]> 00:51:22 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 9-5-2025) Jim Monroe: The Magician Who Beat Leukemia & Turned Magic Into a Life-Saving Mission]]> Fri, 05 Sep 2025 21:02:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2155779 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-9-5-2025-jim-monroe-the-magician-who-beat-leukemia-turned-magic-into-a-lif Illusionist Jim Monroe tells Chris Jarvis how a lost baseball dream, a bone-marrow miracle, and bold faith turned magic into purpose—sparking record donor sign-ups and a playbook for resilience.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:45) - Jim Monroe at Be the Giraffe
  • (00:02:22) - In the Elevator With Magician
  • (00:06:54) - Jimmy Carr: Character Is Important
  • (00:12:26) - Meet Illusionist Jim Monroe
  • (00:14:25) - Donor Donor: My Story
  • (00:19:13) - On Donor Bone Marrow Transplant
  • (00:22:07) - Jim Carbone on Character
  • (00:26:37) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:27:27) - Jim Monroe on the Markel Bone Marrow Registry
  • (00:32:56) - Chris Benoit on His Own Failures
  • (00:36:39) - Jim Monroe on His Change of Show
  • (00:40:37) - Jim Monroe on the Magician's Toolkit
  • (00:45:49) - On Magic and How to Make More Money
  • (00:50:32) - Jim Monroe on Perseverance
]]> false Illusionist Jim Monroe tells Chris Jarvis how a lost baseball dream, a bone-marrow miracle, and bold faith turned magic into purpose—sparking record donor sign-ups and a playbook for resilience.

]]> 00:52:50 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 08-29-25) Purpose That Lasts: Gabrielle Bosché on Clarity and Culture]]> Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2130345 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-08-29-25-purpose-that-lasts-gabrielle-boucher-on-clarity-and-culture TEDx speaker Gabrielle Bosché shares how the Purpose Factor helps people and organizations unlock clarity, strengthen culture, and build lasting impact.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:28) - Gab Bochea
  • (00:02:19) - The Purpose Factor: How to Find Your Purpose
  • (00:06:02) - Find Your Purpose: The Journey of Discovery
  • (00:08:49) - Finding Your Purpose in the Work
  • (00:11:25) - Be the Giraffe: Elevating Your Business With Purpose
  • (00:12:53) - Find Your Purpose for Employing Millennials
  • (00:17:34) - Your Purpose Factor and the Need for Diversity
  • (00:23:07) - Employee Assessment: Blind Spots
  • (00:25:58) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:26:51) - Five Things Companies Need to Know About the Purpose Test
  • (00:29:54) - WSJD Live: Purpose and Clarity of Purpose
  • (00:33:05) - Find Your Purpose: What Works For Your Company?
  • (00:38:47) - The Search for Purpose in Your Marriage
  • (00:43:24) - What's the Need to Know About Yourself?
  • (00:45:47) - The Purpose of Your Money
  • (00:49:01) - The Full Purpose Factor Assessment
]]> false TEDx speaker Gabrielle Bosché shares how the Purpose Factor helps people and organizations unlock clarity, strengthen culture, and build lasting impact.

]]> 00:50:42 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 08-22-25) Find Your Purpose and Thrive: Gabrielle Bosché's Guide to Success]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2118355 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-08-22-25-find-your-purpose-and-thrive-gab-boers-guide-to-success Gabrielle Bosché shows how to turn challenges into growth, embrace authenticity, and connect purpose to business and life for clarity, fulfillment, and impact.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:34) - Gab Beauche
  • (00:02:30) - How to Fail (
  • (00:05:57) - Be the Giraffe: When You're Outcast, You're
  • (00:10:37) - Mentors: The Right People for Success
  • (00:13:28) - The 6 People Who Matter in Your Life
  • (00:20:40) - How to Train Your AI Chatbot
  • (00:24:39) - Overcoming What Has Been Obstacle in Your Life?
  • (00:26:20) - Gab Gab Bochea
  • (00:26:49) - 4 Questions to Ask Yourself About Purpose
  • (00:27:51) - How to Become a More Happy Person
  • (00:29:02) - The Importance of Fear of Failure
  • (00:32:51) - How to Talk About How You Feel
  • (00:36:17) - Going Away: How to Enhance Your Purpose
  • (00:38:33) - The Search for Purpose in Life
  • (00:43:33) - The Purpose Factor Assessment
  • (00:48:31) - WSJDLive: Making Your People More Purposeful
  • (00:50:08) - Be the Giraffe: Purpose in Your Business
]]> false Gabrielle Bosché shows how to turn challenges into growth, embrace authenticity, and connect purpose to business and life for clarity, fulfillment, and impact.

]]> 00:51:08 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 08-08-25) From Burnout to Brilliance: The Flow Science Behind Purpose and Peak]]> Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2110388 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-08-08-25-from-burnout-to-brilliance-the-flow-science-behind-purpose-and-peak Rick Petry shares how neuroscience, flow, and recovery can transform burnout into brilliance—boosting focus, creativity, and purpose for lasting success in life and leadership.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:17) - Rick on Being Vulnerable
  • (00:08:02) - One of My Friends Committed Suicide
  • (00:08:51) - Motivational Speaker Rick Warren on His Path to Success
  • (00:12:28) - How to Get In the Flow
  • (00:19:28) - Law Firm Well-Being
  • (00:20:24) - Progressive Business Talk: More Time for Work
  • (00:24:55) - David Goggins on Flow
  • (00:31:55) - How to Get Out of Flow
  • (00:32:25) - The 4-Step Flow Cycle
  • (00:37:32) - How to Get Back into Flow
  • (00:41:09) - Tips for Getting Back in Flow
  • (00:43:51) - Rick Haslam on Leading People to Peak Performance
]]> false Rick Petry shares how neuroscience, flow, and recovery can transform burnout into brilliance—boosting focus, creativity, and purpose for lasting success in life and leadership.

]]> 00:48:42 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 08-01-25)How Ramon Peralta Turned Setbacks into a Personal Branding Powerhouse]]> Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2102919 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-08-01-25how-ramon-peralta-turned-setbacks-into-a-personal-branding-powerhouse Laid off in '08, now featured on NPR and Today—Ramon Peralta shares how faith, focus, and the golden content ratio fueled his rise. Branding lessons and legacy talk on Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:00:46) - Jarvis: People want to hear people's stories on this show
  • (00:01:50) - Ramon Hadley on His Career
  • (00:09:01) - Freelance Work for Big Businesses
  • (00:12:36) - Ramon Peralta on Starting His Own Creative Agency
  • (00:18:18) - What Would I Do Different If I Were Younger?
  • (00:24:54) - Starting a Side Hustle on Your Own
  • (00:28:24) - How to Build a Billion-Dollar Business with 1 Employee
  • (00:31:01) - Chris Hadfield: Differentiating, What Makes Your Business Different?
  • (00:32:46) - How to Build Your Personal Brand with Content Marketing
  • (00:37:21) - Peralta: Put Yourself Out There
  • (00:39:43) - Be a Connector: Putting Yourself Out There
  • (00:40:36) - The Golden Content Ratio
  • (00:44:33) - Book Launch: Launch Your Brand
  • (00:46:22) - Chris Martin on His Art
  • (00:49:42) - Be the Giraffe With Ramon Peralta
]]> false Laid off in '08, now featured on NPR and Today—Ramon Peralta shares how faith, focus, and the golden content ratio fueled his rise. Branding lessons and legacy talk on Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis.

]]> 00:50:24 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 07-25-25) From Golden Handcuffs to 7 Figures: Charles Byrd’s Bold Pivot]]> Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2097179 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-07-25-25-from-golden-handcuffiuv Charles Byrd left corporate comfort to build a 7-figure business—no ads, just partnerships. Learn how mindset, strategy, and the right rooms changed everything. Only on Be the Giraffe.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The Search for Change
  • (00:00:21) - Charles Bird
  • (00:01:37) - Charles Barkley on Starting Out
  • (00:03:12) - How to Start a Business in the Elevator
  • (00:09:40) - The Future of Work Is Safe
  • (00:11:02) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:12:35) - How to Start a Business in the First Session
  • (00:17:46) - Don't Take Advice From Other People
  • (00:24:05) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:24:46) - How to Fly In Your Business, Fly High
  • (00:32:50) - How to Get to a Billionaire's Ball
  • (00:33:41) - In the Elevator With Charles Schwab
  • (00:35:42) - Be Bold, Be Curious: The Journey of Entrepreneurs
  • (00:37:11) - Be the Giraffe With Charles Byrd
  • (00:38:13) - The Power of Connecting With Your Lead Agents
  • (00:45:58) - The Secret to Finding a Strategic Partnership
  • (00:47:52) - How Do People Find Charles Bird?
]]> false Charles Byrd left corporate comfort to build a 7-figure business—no ads, just partnerships. Learn how mindset, strategy, and the right rooms changed everything. Only on Be the Giraffe.

]]> 00:49:35 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 07-18-25) Break Free and Rise Above: Healing, Forgiveness and Thriving Beyond Survival]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2092199 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-07-18-25-break-free-and-riselit Discover how forgiveness and growth transform pain into strength, helping you break free from survival mode to thrive in life, leadership, and relationships. Watch now!

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Setting Free From Your Own Idols
  • (00:04:49) - The 3 Survival Intakes of Humans
  • (00:10:07) - Be the Giraffe: The Where, What, and When
  • (00:12:50) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:13:50) - Who Do You Use On The Show?
  • (00:15:07) - Gary Silver on His TEDx Talk
  • (00:18:33) - Chris Farrell on His Dad's Love
  • (00:25:12) - Gary Daugherty on His Father's Tough Love
  • (00:27:13) - You Had A Moment That Shifted Everything
  • (00:30:09) - Forgive My Father
  • (00:35:48) - The Secret to Becoming Successful
  • (00:37:24) - In the Elevator With Gary Cohn
  • (00:38:15) - Gary Daugherty on Forgiveness & Personal Development
  • (00:43:37) - "Never Be Too Hard On Your Parents"
]]> false Discover how forgiveness and growth transform pain into strength, helping you break free from survival mode to thrive in life, leadership, and relationships. Watch now!

]]> 00:49:42 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 07-11-25)Elevate to Lead: Jack Canfield and Chris Jarvis on Real Growth]]> Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2086596 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-07-11-25elevate-to-lead-jackxq0 Jack Canfield and Chris Jarvis unpack what it takes to grow a sellable business, build culture, and lead with vulnerability. Ready to rise? Watch Be the Giraffe now on Now Media.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Change Is Hard
  • (00:00:21) - Be the Giraffe With Jack Canfield
  • (00:03:00) - Jack Canfield
  • (00:06:39) - Have You Done a Customer Appreciation Event?
  • (00:09:06) - What have been some of the more moving experiences you've had when
  • (00:13:58) - Chris Jarvis: It's Time to Evolve and Elevate
  • (00:14:26) - What's the important formula for planting a seed at a conference and
  • (00:19:09) - How to Get More Out of Your Work
  • (00:23:48) - Talking About Success
  • (00:24:40) - The Story of Why I Sold My Business
  • (00:27:51) - Working With Entrepreneurs and Corporate People
  • (00:32:05) - Have You Helped People Get Out Of Their Jobs?
  • (00:34:18) - The Need for Human Connections
  • (00:35:54) - Human Factors in Business
  • (00:37:26) - Transformation Work: How to Do Business Differently
  • (00:40:25) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:43:44) - How to Raise the Experience of Working at Your Company
  • (00:45:56) - Chris Jarvis: Be the Giraffe
]]> false Jack Canfield and Chris Jarvis unpack what it takes to grow a sellable business, build culture, and lead with vulnerability. Ready to rise? Watch Be the Giraffe now on Now Media.

]]> 00:48:48 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 07-04-25) Grateful But Not Content: Break Free, Build Wealth, and Lead]]> Sat, 05 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2081555 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-07-04-25-grateful-but-not-conbuu Change is hard—until it’s survival. Learn how mindset shifts and deeper connections unlock wealth, impact, and purpose. Be the Giraffe. Only on Now Media TV.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The Secret to Being Happy in Life
  • (00:06:18) - How to Get the Most Out of Your Life
  • (00:07:19) - The Right Time to Buy Stock
  • (00:13:44) - In the Elevator With Devin Townsend
  • (00:15:22) - Don't Need Mentors At 18
  • (00:20:30) - Reasons for More Referrals
  • (00:24:21) - 5 Core Principles of Sales and Marketing
  • (00:25:49) - A Network for the Internships
  • (00:27:20) - What Makes You Different?
  • (00:34:44) - How to Help People Through the Close
  • (00:38:26) - Be the Giraffe: The Power of Connecting
  • (00:39:39) - How Inventing the Internet Changed the World
  • (00:43:39) - Getting Your Foot in the Startup Door
  • (00:48:26) - What Have You Learned From Meeting Founders?
]]> false Change is hard—until it’s survival. Learn how mindset shifts and deeper connections unlock wealth, impact, and purpose. Be the Giraffe. Only on Now Media TV.

]]> 00:52:07 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 06-27-25) From Construction Sites to Billion-Dollar Startup]]> Sat, 28 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2076595 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-06-27-25-from-construction-sites-to-billion-dollar-startup Learn how Josh Chodniewicz turned humble beginnings and vision into a $2.8B business, sharing insights on hard work, innovation, and startup investing success.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:34) - Josh Kearney on Growing Up Richly
  • (00:05:27) - Inventing the Internet: The Fear of the Future
  • (00:10:52) - Be Bold, Be Patient: The Story of Elevating Your Career
  • (00:13:41) - Inventing the Internet
  • (00:17:37) - In the Elevator With Jeff Bezos
  • (00:18:32) - How to Win at Startup Life
  • (00:21:53) - Lessons Learned From The Startup's Failure
  • (00:23:32) - The Art of Growth with Chris Jarvis
  • (00:26:24) - When Do You Know It's Time to Leave Your Startup?
  • (00:32:18) - Private Equity Companies Get Challenging
  • (00:32:54) - What Would an Investment Candidate Need to Know
  • (00:39:28) - Josh Chodnowitz on How A Sister Changed His Path
  • (00:44:06) - Unaccredited Investors: The High-Return Fund
  • (00:48:08) - Fooled by Fundify: How to Get Involved
]]> false Learn how Josh Chodniewicz turned humble beginnings and vision into a $2.8B business, sharing insights on hard work, innovation, and startup investing success.

]]> 00:51:45 <![CDATA[Be the Giraffe (Aired 06-20-25) From Outsider to Superpower with Stephen Oommen]]> Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2076011 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-06-20-25-from-outsider-to-superpower-with-stephen-omans Stephen Oommen shares how embracing identity, curiosity, and vulnerability transformed his life and career—exclusive insights on Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - The Fight for Change
  • (00:00:22) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:21) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:02:34) - What Makes You Different?
  • (00:06:47) - Colin Kaepernick on Trying To Fit In
  • (00:12:29) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:12:59) - The Key to Success: Figuring Out What Drives You
  • (00:18:53) - How to Catch Your Own Growth
  • (00:19:14) - Coming to terms with who you are
  • (00:20:27) - Stephen Colbert on Be the Giraffe
  • (00:25:01) - Stephen Omens on Zig Ziglar
  • (00:27:45) - How to Get Out of Your Limb
  • (00:34:33) - Be the Giraffe: Network to Get Out of the Trap
  • (00:37:40) - Be More Connected, Powerful & Successful
  • (00:44:33) - Abraham Lincoln: No Man Is Perfect
  • (00:46:57) - What are some good questions to ask people?
  • (00:49:04) - How to Get Out of Your Corporate Job
]]> false Stephen Oommen shares how embracing identity, curiosity, and vulnerability transformed his life and career—exclusive insights on Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis.

]]> 00:49:58 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 06-13-25) From Burnout to Breakthrough with Devin Sizemore]]> Sat, 14 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2065054 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-06-13-25-from-burnout-to-breakthrough-with-devin-sizemore Discover Devin Sizemore’s journey from burnout to success by building real connections, focusing on purpose, and using 5 core principles to unlock growth and balance.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:01:34) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:03:31) - How To Stop Worrying About Your Career
  • (00:06:44) - Have You Had A Mentor?
  • (00:08:33) - Be the Giraffe: The Escape from the Lion
  • (00:12:08) - Lessons from Living a Life for Others
  • (00:14:33) - In the Veils: Breaching Free from the Herd
  • (00:16:58) - What Can People Do To Help You?
  • (00:19:50) - Real People, Real Conversations
  • (00:22:56) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:24:32) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:25:45) - The Transition to Self-Care
  • (00:27:26) - Going Mainstream: How to Connect More People
  • (00:29:41) - In the Elevator With Devin Price
  • (00:30:41) - How to Get More Referrals?
  • (00:32:03) - Questions Are the Life of Consulting
  • (00:34:00) - Be the Giraffe: How to Build a Connection
  • (00:37:04) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:38:24) - 5 Core Principles to Help Your Business Reach Higher 100%.
  • (00:42:46) - How to Find the Perfect Internship Without Compete
  • (00:47:44) - Elevating With Devin
]]> false Discover Devin Sizemore’s journey from burnout to success by building real connections, focusing on purpose, and using 5 core principles to unlock growth and balance.

]]> 00:48:56 <![CDATA[Be The Giraffe (Aired 06-06-25) Add a Zero: Billion-Dollar Mindsets from Trailer Parks to Timeless]]> Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 NowMedia Television Networks https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65491/episode/2075991 https://be-the-giraffe.castos.com/episodes/be-the-giraffe-aired-06-06-25-add-a-zero-billion-dollar-mindsets-from-trailer-parks-to-timeless From 81 investments to generational wealth, Dave Stech's reveals how discomfort, timing and mindset shifts turn rejection into legacy on Be the Giraffe.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Be the Giraffe
  • (00:00:42) - In the Elevator With Dave Steck
  • (00:01:30) - The Art of Standing Out
  • (00:06:27) - Don't Be Comfortable With Your Life
  • (00:11:57) - How To Win With Your Family
  • (00:15:20) - A Contrarian Mindset
  • (00:15:51) - Chris Gaynor on Family and Money
  • (00:22:05) - Dave Stack on The Power of 6
  • (00:28:01) - Steve Jobs on the Power of 6
  • (00:32:45) - Dave's Power 6: Be the Giraffe with Chris Jarvis
  • (00:34:36) - The Power of Six
  • (00:40:11) - In the Elevator With Dave Bolling
  • (00:42:52) - Spending: More Money Than You Think
]]> false From 81 investments to generational wealth, Dave Stech's reveals how discomfort, timing and mindset shifts turn rejection into legacy on Be the Giraffe.

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