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Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! From styling billionaires on yachts in Europe to opening her own salon in Florida, Dina Campisano built a career around helping others feel confident and beautiful. Now, facing breast cancer, she is turning her experience into a new purpose. In this powerful episode of The Grind and the Glory, Dina joins host Joe Rothbart to share her journey through starting over, building a business, and navigating life following a double mastectomy. She opens up about the impact of her diagnosis on her identity, femininity, and livelihood, along with the family support and faith helping her move forward. What happens when the woman who has spent her life helping others navigate change becomes the one facing it? Through her new community, Goddess Interrupted, Dina is creating a space for honest conversations, connection, and the freedom to show up as yourself. This is a revealing conversation about resilience, transformation, and finding purpose while the journey is still unfolding. Subscribe, turn on notifications, and follow @thegrindandtheglory for more real conversations with extraordinary people.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! From competing at the highest level in Russia to becoming the first American to play in the Russian Premier League, Eugene Starikov built a professional soccer career defined by talent, sacrifice, and perseverance. In this powerful episode of The Grind and the Glory, Starikov—joined by Artem Baranovskyi—opens up about his remarkable journey, the challenges of playing abroad, and the unexpected obstacles he encountered while attempting to continue his career in the United States. What happens when an elite athlete’s ambition collides with a system that refuses to open the door? This is a revealing conversation about professional soccer, identity, resilience, and the fight to keep moving forward when everything appears to be working against you. Subscribe, turn on notifications, and follow @thegrindandtheglory for more real conversations with extraordinary people.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In Episode 20 of The Grind and The Glory, two-time Emmy Award-winning actor and producer Vincent De Paul joins the studio to break down what it really takes to navigate Hollywood, build feature films, and execute at the highest level. From his early roots as an epidemiologist at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami to walking red carpets at Cannes and starring in classics like 'In the Line of Fire', Vincent’s story is a masterclass in non-negotiable grit and personal resilience. In this episode, we go deep into: Building a massive slate of feature films dropping across Netflix, Amazon Prime, and international networks.The realities of show business and why every true operator can build their place in the industry.Mapping out the blueprint for an upcoming feature film shot on location in Italy.How early personal rejection builds the exact armor required to win in business.Filmed on location at Hidden Studios Miami. Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Subscribe to @thegrindandtheglory for weekly unscripted conversations with top performers, founders, and industry titans. 🎙️⚡️ #TheGrindAndTheGlory #VincentDePaul #Netflix #HollywoodProducer #InTheLineOfFire #FilmProduction #Podcast #HiddenStudios #Episode20 #Entrepreneurship

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! In one of the most raw and unpredictable episodes of The Grind & The Glory, Joe sits down with Messenger Muzic and Fire Music Group for an honest conversation about survival, trauma, addiction, incarceration, faith, and the power of music. Messenger Muzic reveals how a childhood marked by foster care, isolation, anger, and trouble with the law shaped the artist he is today. After returning home and facing another painful turning point, he made the decision to transform his experiences into music and pursue a completely different future. The conversation also explores the realities of building an independent music career, working with a record label, distributing songs across major platforms, and fighting to be heard in a competitive industry. But just when the interview appears to be moving forward, the mention of one name changes everything—and a guest unexpectedly walks off the set. The episode closes with Messenger Muzic delivering the first-ever live hip-hop freestyle on The Grind & The Glory podcast and announcing his upcoming halftime performance for Dade County FC. This is more than a conversation about music. It is a story of pain, survival, second chances, and turning personal scars into purpose.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Joe sits down with Dr. Sanjay Razdan for a masterclass in vision, surgical precision, innovation, and building a lasting legacy in modern medicine. Dr. Razdan didn’t simply make his mark in urology. He forged his own path, pioneering advanced robotic surgical techniques designed to help men overcome prostate cancer while preserving quality of life, function, and dignity. In this episode, they explore The Journey, from Dr. Razdan’s early career to becoming an internationally recognized authority in robotic prostate surgery. Surgical Innovation, how he pushed the boundaries of robotic surgery and continually raised the standard for patient outcomes. And The Next Generation, his pride in his daughter, Dr. Shirin Razdan, as she builds her own distinguished career specializing in kidney cancer surgery. A conversation about medicine, innovation, family, ambition, and what it truly takes to leave a legacy. #Urology #Razdan #RoboticSurgery #ProstateCancer #Miami

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Joe Rotbart sits down with Russell Cook of Ventris Medical for a conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and the realities of building a business in the medical industry. Russell shares his journey, the challenges and decisions that shaped his career, and the lessons learned along the way. From navigating growth and uncertainty to staying focused on the bigger picture, this episode gets into the grind behind the success and the experiences that ultimately define the glory. Guest: Russell Cook, Ventris Medical Host: Joe Rotbart Episode: 17 – The Grind and The Glory Website: https://www.ventrismedical.com

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! What happens when European football mentality meets Miami soccer? In this episode of The Grind & The Glory, Joe sits down with Oleksii (Alex) Derkach, Club Operations Manager at Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club, for an unfiltered conversation about football, ambition, and the new chapter being built around Dade County FC. Following the merger between Dade County Football Club and Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club, Alex brings a strong European football perspective to the conversation — from player development and club culture to the differences between American soccer and the European game. And things get controversial. Joe makes one of his boldest predictions yet: Dade County FC can beat Inter Miami’s first team — even if Lionel Messi is playing. They also discuss: ⚽ The Dade County FC and Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club merger ⚽ European football culture vs. American soccer ⚽ Why promotion and relegation changes everything ⚽ The development of young players in the United States ⚽ MLS and Inter Miami academies ⚽ Dade County FC’s international and Eastern European influence ⚽ Baller League and Ronaldinho ⚽ Blaise Matuidi and his connection to the project ⚽ Building a true “people’s team” for Miami-Dade ⚽ The ambition to take Dade County FC to the professional level This isn’t just a conversation about soccer. It’s about building a club, creating a culture, developing players, and challenging the established football system in Miami. Could Dade County FC really compete with Inter Miami? Let us know what you think in the comments. Subscribe to The Grind & The Glory for more conversations about sports, business, ambition, sacrifice, and what it really takes to succeed. #TheGrindAndTheGlory #OleksiiDerkach #DadeCountyFC #GulfstreamMiami #InterMiami #LionelMessi #Messi #MiamiSoccer #Football #Soccer #MLS #BallerLeague

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! University of Colorado basketball star Justin Neely joins host Joe Rotbart for Episode 15 of The Grind and The Glory. Justin opens up about his journey through college basketball, the work required to compete at the NCAA level, and the mindset that keeps him moving forward when the path gets difficult. Joe and Justin go beyond what happens on the court, talking about discipline, adversity, personal growth, purpose, and what it takes to keep pursuing bigger goals while staying grounded. It’s a conversation about basketball, but even more about the work behind the opportunities people see and the character built along the way. The Grind and The Glory features real conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs and extraordinary people about the struggles, sacrifices and decisions behind their success. Subscribe for more episodes of The Grind and The Glory Podcast.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! What does it really mean to age well and feel confident in your own skin? In Episode 14 of The Grind & The Glory, host Joe Rotbart sits down with Eva Diaz, APRN, an aesthetic medicine expert at Aquamarine Wellness & Skincare, for an honest conversation about modern aesthetics, wellness, and the science behind looking and feeling your best. Eva explains how today's aesthetic treatments have evolved beyond vanity to help people regain confidence, improve skin health, and support overall well-being. Whether you're considering Botox, fillers, skin rejuvenation, or simply want to understand what's available, this episode offers practical insights without the hype. Topics discussed include: The connection between confidence and appearanceHow aesthetic medicine has evolvedCommon misconceptions about Botox and dermal fillersPreventative skincare and healthy agingChoosing the right providerThe importance of natural-looking resultsWellness, self-care, and long-term skin healthWhat patients should know before starting treatmentWhether you're curious about aesthetic medicine or simply interested in living healthier and aging gracefully, this episode provides valuable advice from an experienced medical professional. Guest: Eva Diaz, APRN Aquamarine Wellness & Skincare Host: Joe Rotbart If you enjoyed this conversation, please Like, Subscribe, and share the episode with someone who would find it valuable. #TheGrindAndTheGlory #JoeRotbart #EvaDiaz #AquamarineWellness #AestheticMedicine #MedicalAesthetics #Botox #DermalFillers #SkinCare #HealthyAging #AntiAging #Beauty #Wellness #SelfCare #Confidence #SkinHealth #Podcast #HealthPodcast #Miami #FacialRejuvenation #NaturalBeauty #PreventativeCare

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Musicians Pepe and Ava — better known as The Dutch Hippies — sit down with Joe Rottbart to tell the story behind their name, their marriage, and their music. Ava was signed to Sony at 15 and walked away rather than be molded into the next Britney Spears. When producers took Pepe's guitar tracks without asking, she left a major label deal at 16 to build a band with him instead. From Amsterdam to New York, Pepe engineered Jay-Z's American Gangster Tour auditions and Lady Gaga's early showcases at Smash Studios, while the two of them chased a record deal they say they manifested years before it happened. Then came Hurricane Sandy, a flooded gallery, a baby on the way, and a decision to leave New York for Miami. They converted a school bus into a home, lived in it for eight years while raising their kids, and built the Dutch Hippies brand from scratch. Today they're on nearly three acres of their own. That's the grind and the glory. Follow The Dutch Hippies and check out their music and merch at DutchHippies.com. #TheDutchHippies #PepeandAva #DutchHippiesBand #IndieMusic #SonyRecords #JayZ #SmashStudios #Music #LivePerformance #AcousticPerformance

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Mario Dazzan is one of the most sought-after fashion photographers in the world. He's shot for Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, GQ, and Hello magazine, working with legends like Grace Jones and the biggest names in modeling. He started with nothing — left Switzerland at 22 for Milan, slept on floors, and ground his way into the highest levels of fashion. His son Yan Dazzan is now following his own path as a male model based in Madrid. Joe and Mario go deep on the origin story, the sacrifices, the rock bottom moments, the wild years in Ibiza and Rajasthan, and what it means to build something that lasts. They also reveal an upcoming Harper's Bazaar editorial combining soccer and fashion, shot right here in Miami. Hosted by Joe Rotbart. #MarioDazzan #Fashion #FashionPhotographer #Vogue #Photographer #HarpersBazaarJapan #HarpersBazaar #GrindAndTheGloryPodcast #JoeRotbart #YanDazzan #MaleModel #Miami #Podcast #FashionTrends #FashionIndustry #Modeling #ModellingCareer #SwissPhotographer #Ibiza #IbizaFashion #DadeCountyFC #SoccerFashion #Entrepreneurship #SuccessMindset #FordModels #Supermodel #MondoDuomo #Milan

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Welcome to Episode 11 of The Grind and The Glory. After last episode's deep dive into Zen energy and integrative wellness, we're snapping right back into the grind — straight into the trenches of local politics and the fight for the city we call home. This week we sit down with Coral Gables City Commissioner Melissa Castro — behavioral scientist, business owner, and one of the most outspoken voices in City Hall. Melissa joins us to break down what it actually takes to run a city: streamlining permits, protecting taxpayer dollars, and standing up for residents' right to have a voice. We also get into her journey from applied behavior analysis to the dais, the realities of fiscal transparency, and why she's made resident access — like "Tuesdays with Melissa" — the core of how she governs. If you care about where your city is headed and want the unfiltered story behind the headlines, this episode is for you. Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. ⏱️ CHAPTERS Intro: Back to the GrindFrom Behavioral Science to City Hall — Melissa's JourneyInside Coral Gables: Permitting, Public Safety & City ServicesFiscal Transparency & Fighting for Taxpayer DollarsDefending Democracy & the Right to VoteTuesdays with Melissa: Giving Residents a VoiceClosing Thoughts: The Grind of Public ServiceFOLLOW US: Instagram: @thegrindandtheglory Club Instagram: @dadecountyfc Host: Joe Rotbart Guest: Melissa Castro @commissionermelissacastro #TheGrindAndTheGlory #MelissaCastro #CoralGables #LocalPolitics #CityCommission #MiamiPodcast #FiscalTransparency #CivicEngagement

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! The studio needed a cleanse, and Sascha Torres delivered. 🧘🏻‍♀️✨ Welcome to Episode 10 of The Grind and The Glory. We are taking a massive pivot from the hardcore local sports politics and 6 AM dojo mentalities to tap into some real, grounded Zen energy. We brought in our first female guest in a while to completely shift the frequency of the show. Sascha Torres joins us to dive deep into integrative wellness, the journey of healing from trauma, and the realities of modern relationships. We also tackle the concept of the "feminine man" and how spiritual energy impacts our daily lives. If you need a break from the grind and want to tap into some real healing and growth, this episode is for you. Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. 🎙️🌿 ⏱️ CHAPTERS Intro: Shifting the FrequencySascha’s Journey & Integrative WellnessHealing from Trauma & Doing the Inner WorkThe Reality of Modern RelationshipsDecoding the "Feminine Man"Chakras, Zen Energy, and Closing Thoughts📲 FOLLOW US: Instagram: @thegrindandtheglory Club Instagram: @dadecountyfc Host: Joe Rotbart Guest: Sascha Torres

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! For decades, Fritz & Franz Bierhaus has been the beating heart of Coral Gables. But behind the overflowing steins, the legendary Oktoberfest parties, and the live blues events is a mastermind who fought his way from a small Austrian village to the absolute pinnacle of the Miami culinary scene. In this massive, 3-hour sit-down, Harald holds absolutely nothing back. We trace his entire journey: grinding through the finest restaurants in Austria and Switzerland, dominating South Florida’s hospitality scene over the last 30 years, and the sheer chaos of building Fritz & Franz into a cultural powerhouse. We talk world-class food, beer, and mind-blowing culinary history including the shocking, blood-soaked truth about how an Austrian baker defeating the Ottoman Empire invented what the French now call the "Croissant." 🥐 Then, things get completely ruthless. Harald opens up about the changing of the guard in Coral Gables and the absolute dogfight he is currently waging with city politicians to keep his iconic Bierhaus alive. He names names, calls out the mayor, and tells the raw truth about what it takes to survive in Miami. We went for 3 hours, and we still might need a Part 2. Grab a drink and settle in. The history books are finally being opened. TIMESTAMPS: (Pro-Tip: Add these once your video is uploaded so people can jump straight to the craziest parts!) 0:00 - Intro: The Legacy of Harald Growing up in Austria & grinding in Europe's finest kitchensThe shocking real history of the Croissant 🥐Building a 30-year restaurant empire in South FloridaThe chaotic opening of Fritz & Franz & legendary Oktoberfests1:52:00 - 2:15:00 - THE DOGFIGHT: The Coral Gables controversy & calling out the Mayor The future of the Bierhaus (Do we need a Part 2?)SUBSCRIBE TO THE GRIND & THE GLORY PODCAST 🎙️ 👉 thegrindandtheglory FOLLOW DADE COUNTY FC: 📸 Instagram: @dadecountyfc

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! We burned the boats. There is no turning back. 🏴‍☠️ Episode 8 of The Grind and The Glory is officially live, and we brought an absolute heavy-hitting tactical mastermind into the studio. In this highly anticipated episode, we sit down with elite soccer fitness and tactical coach Igor Kasianenko. Born in the USSR and forged in the highest echelons of Eastern European football, Igor has conditioned professional squads for Champions League-level competition, including a legendary tenure with FC Astana and top-tier Ukrainian clubs. Now, he is bringing that untouchable, relentless European discipline straight to South Florida. We dive deep into Igor's incredible global journey, the iron-clad mindset required to operate at the absolute peak of the sport, and his massive transition to the United States. Igor is currently spearheading a tactical revolution locally—helping elevate and now restore the prestigious Dade County Football Club program to dominance and building the next generation of elite youth athletes from the ground up with Weston Select. If you want to know what it takes to build a winning culture, execute with military precision, and leave a legacy in the soccer world, this episode is a masterclass. Drop a 🌍 in the comments if you are ready to elevate your standard. 🤝 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Igor Kasyanenko Instagram: [Insert Igor's IG Handle] Clubs: @dadecountyfootballclub | @westonselect 🎙️ THE GRIND & THE GLORY: Follow the Podcast: