Digital Social Hour

Can healthy food actually make you feel different? In this episode of Digital Social Hour, Sean Kelly sits down with Elcio, the founder of Aubergine Kitchen, to talk about how real food, energy, purpose, and business all connect. Elcio shares how one seminar changed his life, why he cut seed oils and refined sugar from the menu long before it became trendy, and how Aubergine Kitchen grew from one small cafe into a fast-growing brand with loyal customers.

This conversation goes way beyond restaurants. It gets into why so many people feel tired after eating, why convenience is costing us our health, how to build a business with purpose, and what it really takes to scale without losing quality. Elcio also opens up about working with his wife, building culture inside a company, and why success means nothing without health, family, and contribution.

If you care about nutrition, entrepreneurship, longevity, or building something meaningful, this is one of those episodes that sticks with you.

Elcio’s story is proof that better food can change more than your body. It can change your life.

⏱️ Chapters
0:00 Why Healthy Food Should Feel Different
0:36 How Aubergine Kitchen Started
2:18 The Lifestyle Shift That Changed Everything
3:38 Opening the First Location With No Marketing
4:54 Why They Never Used Seed Oils or Refined Sugar
6:31 Why So Many People Feel Bad After Eating
11:24 Growing a Healthy Restaurant Brand
13:41 Why They Refused to Sell Soda
21:00 Using AI in Business the Right Way
32:32 Purpose, Failure, and Building a Meaningful Life

What You’ll Learn
🍽️ Why the best test for food is how you feel after eating it
🥗 Why “fresh” food is not always truly healthy
🚫 Why Aubergine Kitchen never used seed oils or refined sugar
📈 How word-of-mouth helped grow the business without heavy marketing
🧠 Why asking better questions matters in business and in life
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 How to work with family without letting roles get messy
💪 Why health and vitality are the foundation of real success
🏪 What it takes to scale a restaurant without losing quality
🤖 How Lio thinks about AI and why prompting matters
🌱 Why purpose matters more than money when building a business

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👤 GUEST
Elcio Zanatta: https://www.instagram.com/elcio.aubergine/
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⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.

The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy.

🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world.

Keywords
Elcio Aubergine Kitchen, Aubergine Kitchen podcast, healthy restaurant, no seed oils, no refined sugar, healthy eating habits, clean ingredients, restaurant business advice, Sean Kelly podcast, Digital Social Hour, healthy lifestyle, food and energy, entrepreneurship, Vegas healthy food Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/
 

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What does it really take to make it in music without waiting on a label?

In this episode, Sean sits down with Larussell to talk about building a music career from the ground up, staying independent, and turning real-world connection into real revenue. Larussell breaks down how he’s released 40 albums since 2018, why he doesn’t chase numbers the way most artists do, and how he built a business that goes way beyond streams.

They get into the grind behind independent music, the truth about labels, why most artists never make it on their own, and how Larussell learned to monetize everything from backyard shows to merch to live experiences. He also opens up about family, hustle, spiritual creativity, and why fame only matters if it helps you make money.

This is a masterclass in independence, consistency, and building something that lasts.

If you’re an artist, entrepreneur, creator, or anyone trying to turn talent into ownership, this episode is for you.

Chapters

0:00 Music Feels Spiritual
0:35 Meet Larussell
1:51 How the Music Industry Changed
3:00 What “Making It” Really Means
6:26 When Music Became Serious
8:01 How He Monetizes Beyond Music
11:35 Why He Doesn’t Use AI for Songs
13:12 The Spiritual Creative Process
15:01 Why Numbers Don’t Tell the Full Story
17:07 Why Smaller Cities Matter More

What You’ll Learn

🎤 Why Larussell says he still hasn’t fully “made it”
💰 How independent artists can make money beyond streams
📈 Why real-life demand matters more than social media numbers
🧠 How business instincts helped Larussell scale as an artist
🎶 Why he refuses to use AI in the actual music-making process
⚡ How some of his best songs are made in just minutes
🌍 Why overlooked cities can build stronger fans than major markets
🏁 What most artists underestimate about staying independent
🔥 How fame becomes useful only when you know how to monetize it
🚀 Why ownership and creative control matter so much long term

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👤 GUEST
Larussell: https://www.facebook.com/LaRussellGC/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015

🎵 Spotify:
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Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly

⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.

The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy.

🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world.

Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad.

Keywords

Larussell, Larussell interview, Larussell podcast, Sean Kelly podcast, Digital Social Hour, independent artist, independent music, music business, music industry, major label vs independent, artist branding, music marketing, Larussell music, independent rapper, how to make money in music Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/
 

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What if the biggest risks online aren’t what most people think?

In this episode, Sean Kelly sits down with Matt Parker from The Exodus Road to break down how online platforms are being used in ways many families aren’t aware of.

They discuss how young people can be approached through games, voice chat, and social media, and why digital awareness is more important than ever. Matt shares insights from years of working alongside global teams to help identify and support vulnerable individuals.

The conversation also explores how technology, including messaging apps and digital payments, has changed the way bad actors operate—and what parents and individuals can do to stay informed and protected.

Matt also shares personal experiences from his work around the world, giving a rare look into environments most people never see.

This episode is about awareness, education, and understanding how to stay safe in an increasingly digital world.

Chapters

0:00 A Global Issue Most People Miss
0:21 Meet Matt Parker
1:25 How Kids Are Approached Online
2:46 When Online Conversations Go Too Far
5:24 Inside Organized Online Operations
8:47 Why People Don’t Speak Up
11:54 First Encounters With This Reality
19:20 The Mission That Changed Everything
26:20 How Technology Helps Solve Cases
42:12 What Parents Should Know Today

What You’ll Learn

🧠 How young people are approached through games and social platforms
⚠️ Warning signs to look for in online conversations
🌍 How organized groups operate across different countries
💬 Why some people feel unable to ask for help
🕵️ What real investigations look like behind the scenes
📱 How technology helps uncover important evidence
👨‍👩‍👧 Practical ways to keep families safer online
🔍 How to recognize suspicious behavior early
🚀 Why digital awareness is more important than ever
🔐 Steps you can take to protect yourself and others

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Matt Parker: https://www.instagram.com/theexodusroad/
https://theexodusroad.com/

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🍏 Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015

🎵 Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759

📸 Follow the Host
Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly

⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.

The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy.

🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world.

Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad.

Keywords
Matt Parker, Exodus Road, digital safety, online safety, internet awareness, protecting children online, social media safety, online risks, digital threats, cybersecurity awareness, parenting tips, internet education, online scams, global issues, modern crime, investigative work, real stories, podcast clips, Sean Kelly podcast, digital social hour Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/
 

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Your gut might be controlling way more than you think.

In this episode, Sean sits down with Kiran Krishnan, founder of CivBiome, to break down the real connection between gut health, anxiety, skin issues, dopamine, leaky gut, inflammation, sleep, and performance. Kiran explains why so many people ignore daily symptoms like bloating, gurgling, acid reflux, constipation, and acne — and how those “small” issues can quietly affect your mood, focus, body composition, and long-term health.

They get into how leaky gut can fuel anxiety and depression, why eating too late wrecks your sleep, how dopamine cravings drive late-night scrolling and snacking, and why fixing your gut could improve everything from mental clarity to muscle building to skin health. Kiran also breaks down the biggest mistakes people make with probiotics, why fiber may be one of the most underrated tools in health, and how young people are pushing their bodies too far with GLP-1s, TRT, steroids, and looksmaxing trends.

If you care about better energy, better skin, better digestion, better sleep, and a healthier brain, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways.

⏱️ Chapters

0:00 Why eating too late is hurting your health
0:29 Kiran Krishnan on gut health, skin health, and inflammation
1:40 Is eating too much accelerating aging?
5:28 Why late-night cravings are really a dopamine problem
13:01 The gut-brain link behind anxiety and depression
17:32 Antibiotics, Accutane, acne, and gut damage
20:36 How to spot bad probiotics
24:44 Why modern life is destroying your microbiome
35:24 The 5 pillars for fixing your gut
45:41 Ozempic, TRT, looksmaxing, and health risks

What You’ll Learn

🧠 Why leaky gut may be one of the biggest hidden drivers of inflammation, aging, anxiety, and depression
🔥 How eating too late can raise your heart rate, hurt sleep quality, and block nighttime repair
📱 Why late-night scrolling, snacking, and dopamine chasing are all deeply connected
💥 How poor gut health can affect muscle building, motivation, focus, and emotional stability
🦠 What makes a good probiotic vs. a bad probiotic and why most people are wasting money
🥬 Why fiber might be one of the most powerful health tools almost no one uses properly
😬 How antibiotics and acne drugs can damage the gut and impact mental health
⚠️ Why Ozempic, TRT, steroids, and looksmaxing trends can carry long-term consequences
🌿 How nature, sleep, movement, and better food choices help rebuild resilience
💡 Why fixing your health now can improve not just longevity, but your daily performance right away

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👤 GUEST
Kiran Krishnan: https://www.instagram.com/kiranbiome/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015

🎵 Spotify:
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📸 Follow the Host
Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly

⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.

The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy.

🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world.

Keywords

gut health, leaky gut, Kiran Krishnan, CivBiome, Sean Kelly, Digital Social Hour, gut brain axis, anxiety and gut health, dopamine addiction, late night eating, probiotics, bad probiotics, inflammation, microbiome health, acne and gut health, fiber benefits, Ozempic risks, TRT risks, metabolic health Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/
 

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He made millions… and still felt empty.

So he went to the jungle, took psychedelics, and came face-to-face with the version of himself he didn’t want to see.

In this episode of Digital Social Hour, Sean Kelly sits down with Leo Climaco — entrepreneur, podcast host, and self-made millionaire — to unpack a journey that goes far beyond business.

From dropping out of high school…
To working for hedge fund billionaires…
To building wealth… and realizing money doesn’t fix what’s broken inside.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

0:00 Psychedelic Experience That Changed Everything
1:00 Why Podcasting Became His Purpose
2:00 Building Trust Before Making Money
3:00 The Ayahuasca Journey & Ego Death
6:20 Confronting His Past & Becoming a Better Man
8:00 Why Men Are Losing Their Energy
10:00 From Ego to Growth: Warrior → Master
21:20 From High School Dropout to Billionaire Circles
33:30 Why Spirituality Drives Success
37:20 AI, Podcasting & The Future of Business

🎯 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

🧠 Why money doesn’t fix internal problems
🔥 The real reason most men feel drained and unfocused
💥 How ego can quietly destroy your growth
🌱 What ayahuasca revealed about identity and purpose
⚡ Why trust is more valuable than any product
🎙️ How podcasting builds authority in the AI era
🚀 The shift from “hustler” to “leader” mindset
🤖 Why AI will replace most jobs (and what to do instead)
🧩 The connection between spirituality and success
🏆 How to actually build a meaningful life after making money

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Leo Climaco: https://www.instagram.com/leoclimaco

🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015

🎵 Spotify:
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📸 Follow the Host
Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly

⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.

The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.

Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy.

🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world.

Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad.

🔑 KEYWORDS

leo climaco podcast, sean kelly podcast, digital social hour, ayahuasca experience, psychedelic journey, entrepreneur mindset, ego death, spirituality and success, why men lack energy Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/
 

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