In this milestone 100th episode of the Keep Hustling Podcast, host Aaron Gordon celebrates the journey of the show and expresses deep gratitude to listeners, guests, and the behind-the-scenes team who make it all possible. The episode features highlights from memorable interviews with a diverse group of hustlers—entrepreneurs, athletes, creatives, and industry leaders—each sharing the unique roots of their personal and professional drive. From stories of overcoming adversity and family influences to pivotal career moments and culture-shaping experiences, listeners gain inspiring perspectives on what it means to truly hustle. Aaron reflects on the common thread connecting every guest: a relentless pursuit of their own definition of success. The episode also acknowledges the importance of community, authenticity, and the lessons learned through consistent effort. As Aaron looks forward to more episodes, he reminds listeners to stay curious, hungry, and committed to doing well by doing good—concluding, as always, with the rallying cry: keep hustling.
Keep Hustling Guests Featured:
1. Adam Schefter
2. Bradley Flowers
3. Mario the Monk Trotta
4. Ciara Gravier
5. Zoli Hoenig
6. Shlomo Levinger
7. Jacob Birn
8. Brett Young
9. Dave Levinger
10. Josh York
11. Ryan Hanley
12. David Abrams
13. Bob Nackel
14. Dan Luxembourg
15. Yaakov Langer
16. Scott Howell
These guests represent a diverse range of backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, athletes, creatives, salespeople, mental health survivors, coaches, and industry leaders, all sharing their unique stories of hustle and perseverance.
3 Key Episode Takeaways
1. Define Your Own Hustle:
Throughout episode 100, Aaron Gordon and his guests emphasize that there's no single path to success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or creative, true hustle is about discovering what drives you, setting your unique goals, and relentlessly pursuing your own version of achievement—not someone else's definition.
2. Leverage Your Background — No Matter Where You Start:
The diverse stories shared, from Bradley Flowers' upbringing surrounded by business owners to Ciara Gravier's "rule-follower" mentality, remind us that both privilege and adversity can fuel hustle. Your roots—whether humble or fortunate—are a toolkit, not a limitation. Harness your upbringing as a source of motivation, learning, and strength.
3. Resilience Transforms Setbacks into Success:
Guests like Josh York and Brett Young share experiences of overcoming difficult childhoods and professional downturns. The common thread is resilience: viewing struggle as a catalyst, not a stop sign. Their journeys illustrate that embracing setbacks and pushing through hard times are essential in building lasting success and personal growth.
Show Overview
00:00 Keep Hustling Podcast's 100th Episode Intro
04:25 Bradley Flowers' Entrepreneurial Roots
06:51 From Mario to the Monk
09:45 Fatburn: Startup Success Story
15:08 Self-Taught Through Music Piracy
16:37 Watch Now: Top American Hosts
20:59 Innovative Ad Strategy on WhatsApp
25:36 Career Transition and Resilience
27:05 Finding Identity Amidst Chaos
32:48 Defining Personal Hustle
38:51 Childhood TV Obsession Reflections
40:16 Scott Howell's Media Journey
