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THE PARABLES®
THE PARABLES®: Where Inspiration Meets Action—and Enjoyment. Hosted by Ejay Cruz, this podcast is your gateway to powerful stories and life-changing conversations, all delivered with a dose of vibrancy. Each episode features lively, engaging discussions with extraordinary guests—trailblazers, visionaries, and unsung heroes—who reveal the experiences and lessons that shaped their paths to success. But it doesn't stop there. Ejay also dives deep into his own life, sharing candid thoughts on personal growth, current events, and the challenges we all face. Whether you're looking for motivation, insight, or just a good time, THE PARABLES® is your go-to source for inspiration, wisdom, and actionable advice. This is more than just a podcast—it’s a movement. Don’t just listen; enjoy it, and let it transform you.
Episodes
92 episodes
From Discipline to Calling: A Life Built on Purpose ft. Bruce Cardenas | Ep. 96
Some lives are planned. Others are called.In this episode, Ejay sits down with Bruce Cardenas to unpack a journey shaped by discipline, service, and faith. From a dif...
Build Better: Standards, Integrity, and Long-Term Success ft. Ahmed Seifari | Ep. 95
Some people chase success.Others quietly build standards that last.In this episode, Ejay sits down with Ahmed Seifari to talk about what it really means to build — in b...
Why Authenticity Is the Real Growth Strategy ft. Moncy Trejo | Ep. 94
Authenticity isn’t a branding tactic, it’s a calling.In this episode, Ejay Cruz sits down with Moncy Trejo to unpack why real growth only comes when you stop performing and start te...
Faith, Identity & Discipline With Michael “Gas Money” Gastelum | Ep. 93
When Michael “Gas Money” Gastelum hit rock bottom, he didn’t ask for success — he asked God to rebuild him. What happened next changed everything.This episode dives deep int...
He Risked Everything and Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business ft. Frank Gutierrez | Ep. 92
Some stories aren’t built on hype — they’re built on faith, failure, and obedience.In this episode, Ejay sits down with Frank Gutierrez to unpack the real journey behind buil...
The Mindset Behind an Undefeated Life ft. Brandun Lee | Ep. 91
A warrior’s mindset isn’t built in the spotlight — it’s forged long before anyone is watching.In this episode, undefeated boxing phenom Brandun Lee opens up about identity, disci...
Marketing Doesn’t Make the Brand — This Does ft. Andy Nguyen | Ep. 90
What does it really take to build a brand that lasts — one that outlives the hype and becomes part of culture?In this episode of THE PARABLES®, Ejay Cruz reconnects with Andy Nguyen
From Marine to Legacy Builder ft. Matt Tolano | Ep. 89
Success isn’t just money — it’s who you become while building it.In this powerful episode, I sit down with Matt Tolano, USMC veteran and founder of Legacy Jewelry LA, to talk about discipline, purpose, rebuilding your life from th...
Faith Over Comfort: Finding Purpose, Calling & True Success ft. Aaron Ophaug | Ep. 88
What does it really mean to live with purpose — to answer your calling, lead with faith, and find meaning beyond success?In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with Pastor Aaron Ophaug — leader, speaker, and senior pastor of
Faith, Fear & Building a $600M Empire ft. Edwin Arroyave | Ep. 87
What does it really take to build a $600M empire while staying true to your faith, family, and values?In this powerful conversation, Edwin Arroyave — entrepreneur, leader, and visionary — is back on the podcast to talk about the j...
The Mindset Shift From Marine to Million-Dollar Success ft. Andrew Cruz | Ep. 86
From the discipline of the U.S. Marine Corps to building multiple successful businesses, Andrew Cruz has mastered the art of focus, growth, and creating lasting impact. In this powerful conversation, Andrew opens up about the mindset shi...
We Are BACK! The Parables Podcast Relaunch w/ Ejay Cruz | Ep. 85
After five long years… THE PARABLES® Podcast is BACK. 🎙️✨In this relaunch episode, host Ejay Cruz opens up about the journey that took him from being a registered nurse to becoming an entrepreneur, content creator, a...
From Combat to Calling w/ Roland Vandenberg | Ep. 84
The war doesn’t always end when you come home.In this episode of THE PARABLES® I sit down with Marine Corps veteran Roland Vandenberg to unpack the hidden battles o...
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083 Automation & Systems w/ Nick Fitzgerald
U.S. Army Veteran turned entrepreneur Nick Fitzgerald went from opening gyms to becoming an e-com genius, running an 8-figure business and working with some of the top influencer brands today. L...
She Built Purpose Without Chasing the Spotlight ft. Marissa Almendarez | Ep. 82
Not all leaders are loud — and not all impact is visible at first.In this episode of THE PARABLES®, I sit down with Marissa Almendarez to talk about purpo...
081 UNF***YOURSELF w/ JP Pena
JP Pena is a Marine combat veteran and the #1 Real Estate Advisor in Los Angeles.Thank you to our sponsor: PathWater
Faith, Focus & Becoming Unshakeable ft. Sharran Srivatsaa | Ep. 80
From being bullied and broke to leading a $3.4B company — Sharran Srivatsaa’s story is a masterclass in discipline, clarity, faith, and the power of focused learning In this conversation, Sharran opens up about leaving India ...
Discipline, Sacrifice & The Fighter Mindset ft. Josesito López | Ep. 79
From a low-income neighborhood in Riverside, California.. to fighting on the biggest stages in boxing — Josesito Lopez is living proof that discipline and heart can shape destiny.In this raw, inspiring conversation, I sit with ...
078 Internal Dialogue w/ Anthony Woods
Three time IFBB Pro Olympian Anthony Woods discusses the mindset and internal dialogue behind training, bodybuilding, and attacking your personal goals. Thank you to our sponsor:
From DIY to Cult Brand ft. Slushgod | Ep. 77
What if success didn’t need fame?In this episode, Slushgod — founder of the streetwear brand Slushcult — opens up about his creative journey from DIY beginnings to building a global movement rooted in color, community, and ...
Fighter Jet Mindset & Building Legacy w/ Bedros Keuilian | Ep. 76
From escaping communism to building a global fitness empire — Bedros Keuilian is proof that adversity can shape greatness when you refuse to quit.In this powerful episode of THE PARABLES®, we dive into the disciplines, inte...
From Incarceration to Identity & Freedom ft. Chase Hero | Ep. 75
What happens when you stop trying to impress the world — and start becoming who you actually are?In this powerful episode, Chase Hero opens up about his journey from incarceration and rock-bottom moments… to building wealth, emoti...
074 The Path w/ Shadi Bakour
Shadi Bakour, CEO & co-founder of PathWater and Forbes 30 under 30 shares the story behind the water bottle brand that’s disrupting t...