Purpose Project XXI

On this episode of the Purpose Project XXI Podcast, we are going to be discussing a topic that is very near to my heart.  It is a very difficult topic and one that may make you uncomfortable to hear. But my hope is that you use that discomfort as a catalyst for change; within yourself and/or within your community. Now I'm going to issue you a challenge from the onset of this podcast. I want to challenge you to share this podcast with other men in your life who may need to hear this message And who may be ready to answer the call to action. 

Gentlemen, we need to raise awareness about the realities of modern day slavery and human trafficking. But more than that, we need to raise THE STANDARD and see a generation of men who no longer propagate this evil.  To join the fight against human trafficking I encourage you to check out the Phoenix Dream Center but also seek out organization in your area or even law enforcement agencies that are fighting this war in your community. 

Welcome back gentlemen to Season 2 and another episode of the Purpose Project XXI Podcast. 

I am stoked about this episode, as we discuss and unpack this idea of image and men's fashion and style, but I am especially excited to be able to bring to you a true professional to help us navigate these confusing and  sometimes treacherous waters. Patrick Kendra is a certified men's wear stylist and image consultant. 

He has worked with a wide range of men, including TedX speakers. Wall street journal bestselling authors, Fortune 100 executives and every guy in between to help them develop their personal and professional image.  He has contributed thoughts to men's health; Ask men; Men's journal; New York magazine and more, he is the founder of pivot image consultancy, but more importantly, he's a great mentor, guide, and just a really cool dude. 

A legend and leader in the hotel world, Horst Schulze's teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service and hospitality across industries.

On this episode you'll get to hear a recent interview I (Ozzie) did with Apryl Ortiz on the Strength & Dignity Life Podcast. In our conversation we talk about pursuing a purpose (for your life); defining your core values; creating a mission statement for your life and much more. This is a bit longer than most of our episodes but I believe it is well worth the listen. 

On this second episode of a two part series I sit down with Dr. Tom Deters. If his name sounds familiar, it's probably because he was chief and editor and publisher of Muscle and Fitness magazine for 15 years, running a hundred million dollar division. He's published hundreds of articles, been on the Today Show, Good Morning America and Fox News. He's also been a CEO, many times, of media and marketing companies, both for families and private equity groups.  He's been contracted with the Naval special warfare SEAL teams . He's done hundreds of seminars on performance enhancement, fitness, diet strategy, and supplementation. He is a practicing Brazilian jujitsu black belt and he's a committed follower of Christ. Besides this impressive resume, he is just a great man who has graciously taken time to sit down with me and offer some truth bombs and wisdom that we would be remissed to not receive and apply to our lives. Dr. Tom Deters offers some incredibly practical advise on how to take control of your physical health while also strengthening your mental health. 

On this episode of a two part series of the Purpose Project XXI  Podcast. I sit down with Dr. Tom Deters. If his name sounds familiar, it's probably because he was chief and editor and publisher of Muscle and Fitness magazine for 15 years, running a hundred million dollar division. He's published hundreds of articles, been on the Today Show, Good Morning America and Fox News. He's also been a CEO, many times, of media and marketing companies, both for families and private equity groups.  He's been contracted with the Naval special warfare SEAL teams . He's done hundreds of seminars on performance enhancement, fitness, diet strategy, and supplementation. He is a practicing Brazilian jujitsu black belt and he's a committed follower of Christ. Besides this impressive resume, he is just a great man who has graciously taken time to sit down with me and offer some truth bombs and wisdom that we would be remissed to not receive and apply to our lives. 

 On this episode of the purpose project, XXI podcast. I am thrilled to introduce you to one of my personal friends and an absolute genius in all things, tech, media, and marketing. Anebi Agbo Is the founder and CEO of Eikon Labs, a new full service design consultancy. A little shameless plug here, Anebi designed our Purpose Project XXI website.   So if you have not visited our website, I would definitely recommend you to that right now. You can visit us at purposeprojectxxi.org. If you'd like to connect with the Anebi or with Eikon labs, I will link their contact information below. However, our conversation will not be about web design or marketing, but how we can capitalize on the inflection points in our lives. Recognizing that we have a choice and the responsibility in these moments. Anebi shares his story and how he has been able to use inflection points in his life to overcome shame & pain and find purpose as a result.

On this episode, I am really excited  to introduce you to a special friend and a mentor of mine. Mr. Curtis Zachary. Now, Curtis Zachary, or CZ, is a pastor, author, a father, husband, and a fellow coffee enthusiast. 

On this episode, I'm excited to sit down with none other than Mr. Lee. Labrada. Mr. Labrada is the founder, president, and CEO of Labrada Nutrition, a leading performance nutrition company based in Houston, Texas.  Mr. Labrada has had an impressive career as a professional bodybuilder winning more than 22 major professional bodybuilding titles, including Mr. Universe before being inducted into the IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Hall of Fame in 2004. Beyond all this. Mr. Labrada is a husband, father to his three sons, grandfather, one of my personal role models and just an all around awesome guy. In this interview we talk about practical life lessons Lee has learned both on and off the stage that I believe we can all gain so much from. 

On this inaugural episode Ozzie Ortiz gives a quick introduction to what Purpose Project XXI is; what you can expect from this podcast; and why he felt the need to start Purpose Project XXI.