Digital Social Hour

From overcoming a $650,000 gambling addiction to why he believes "godless people" are the scariest to work with, Evan Hovich dives deep into the discipline required to succeed. We discuss why he dropped out of college, his take on the "toxic masculinity" narrative, and how traveling to third-world countries changed his perspective on American privilege.✨ What You'll Learn🧹 The Broker Model: How to run a massive cleaning company without ever picking up a mop or knowing how to clean.💸 The Gambling Warning: Why winning is actually the most dangerous part of a gambling addiction for an addict.🎓 The College Trap: Recognizing when formal education is a "scam" for those pursuing high-level entrepreneurship.🌍 Grateful Travel: Why staying with locals in third-world countries provides a better education than a resort.⚖️ Radical Accountability: Why blaming yourself—even when it isn't "your fault"—is the only way to grow a business.Chapters0:00 – The Paralyzing Reality of Gambling Addiction1:12 – Why Young Business Owners are Forced into Politics1:56 – The "Aha" Moment: Questioning My Entrepreneurship Professor2:41 – Remote Cleaning Explained: The Drop Servicing Model5:34 – High-Ticket Cleaning: What it Costs to Clean a Convention Center7:22 – Why Modern America is the Best Country in the World8:37 – Perspective Shift: Living with Locals in Bali and Nicaragua10:42 – Bleeding Cash: Losing $650k to Sports Betting14:54 – The Moral Compass: Why Belief in God Matters in Business21:46 – Debunking "Toxic Masculinity" and the Role of a Provider👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Evan Hovich - https://www.instagram.com/evanhovich/https://www.instagram.com/remotecleaninginstitute/💼 SPONSORS🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 KeywordsEvan Hovich, Remote Cleaning Institute, Drop Servicing, Sports Betting Addiction, Conservative Values, Afest, Charlie Kirk, Entrepreneurship, Small Business Scaling, Side Hustles 2026, Financial Freedom, Single Mom Success, Immigrant Mindset, Masculinity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when you grow up without a stable father… then become a dad yourself?In this episode, Larry (host of Dad Edge / The Good Dad Project) shares a raw, unforgettable story: losing his biological father twice, surviving a fear-based home, and then reconnecting decades later — just in time to break the cycle with his own kids.What you’ll learn from👨‍👦 How father wounds show up in marriage + parenting🧠 Why “good dads” are built through skills, not luck❤️ How to rebuild connection after years of distance🗣️ A conflict framework that stops fights before they explode🧩 The “Drift” that kills intimacy (and how to reverse it)🛡️ Why kids need safety more than perfection🤝 How to fix “rusty friendships” and the male loneliness problem🔁 How to end generational cycles without becoming cold or distant10 Chapters (Timestamps)0:00 – “What if I actually learned how to be a good husband + dad?”0:30 – Larry’s childhood: divorce, no dad, and the “Are you gonna be my dad?” moment3:00 – Chaos at home: addiction, abuse, cops, and fear-based parenting4:30 – Finding his biological father at 12… and losing him again7:20 – Reuniting at 30 in a Starbucks: the email that changed everything10:00 – The truth: why his dad left (and the apology they both needed)13:00 – Why closure matters + how pain shapes parenting16:30 – The night Larry snapped… and the “don’t hurt me” moment19:30 – The Good Dad Project starts: surrendering ego + choosing to learn28:20 – The real crisis: lonely men, rusty friendships, and saving marriages36:30 – The Drift: partnership loops, intimacy drops, and how to fix it46:50 – Conflict resolution skill that changed everything (Observation → Thoughts → Feelings → Wants)🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Larry Hagner - https://www.instagram.com/thedadedge/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“I grew up where survival teaches you faster than school ever could.”In this raw, no-filter conversation, Angel Fernandez breaks down what it’s really like growing up on the border — where cartel exposure is normal, responsibility comes early, and maturity isn’t optional.From working at 9 years old, dropping out of high school, selling jewelry at 16, losing and rebuilding millions, navigating anger, cannabis, AI, entrepreneurship, faith, death, and legacy — this episode is about becoming dangerous in the right way.We talk about:• Growing up on the border & cartel reality• Why responsibility matures you faster than comfort• Dropping out of high school to work• Sales as the ultimate survival skill• Losing millions — twice — and rebuilding• AI replacing lawyers, jobs, and entire industries• Why entrepreneurship is spiritual, not glamorous• Pain, sacrifice, and invisible momentum• Faith, death, and being at peace with life• Why most people stay brokeThis isn’t motivation.It’s earned perspective from someone who lived it.Chapters00:00 Growing Up on the Border01:25 Working at 9 Years Old02:30 Making $3K a Month at 1603:25 Dropping Out of High School04:16 Violence, Anger & Survival Mode05:42 Sales Is the Ultimate Skill07:54 Losing Millions — Twice11:44 AI Is Replacing White-Collar Jobs35:57 The Real Cost of Entrepreneurship47:58 Making Peace With Death🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Angel Fernandez - https://www.instagram.com/digitalmoneyangel/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsangel fernandez interview, growing up on the border, cartel border life reality, dropping out of high school success, sales skill entrepreneurship, losing millions story, ai replacing lawyers jobs, entrepreneurship pain sacrificeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the biggest health problem isn’t food…but light?In this deep, eye-opening conversation, Thaddeus breaks down why modern humans are living under an alien light environment — and how blue light, LEDs, screens, and 24/7 illumination may be quietly disrupting sleep, hormones, metabolism, mental health, and longevity.From red light therapy and circadian rhythm mismatches, to melatonin, dopamine, EMFs, Wi-Fi, sunglasses, winter sleep, fasting, GLP-1 drugs, and why light acts like a drug — this episode connects dots most people never consider.📚 What You’ll Learn💡 Why blue light disrupts hormones & sleep🔴 How red & infrared light support recovery🌙 Why melatonin repairs the body at night📱 How phones & screens affect dopamine🧠 Why light impacts anxiety & mental health⚖️ How circadian rhythm controls weight❄️ Why winter sleep should be longer🧩 Why fixing the environment beats pillsChapters 00:00 Blue Light Is Hammering the Body01:31 Why We’re Missing Red & Infrared Light02:28 The “Weapons of Mass Illumination” Problem03:34 Blue Light, Free Radicals & Mitigation04:49 Melatonin Is the Master Antioxidant06:31 Phones, LEDs & Circadian Destruction09:01 Sunglasses, UV & Confused Biology12:44 Why Humans Need Darkness to Repair17:16 Light, Weight Gain & Obesity Explained48:23 Fix the Environment — Not the Symptoms🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Thaddeus Owen - https://www.instagram.com/biohackyourselfmedia/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsblue light health podcast, circadian rhythm explained, red light therapy discussion, melatonin antioxidant sleep, light exposure health effects, biohacking light environment, insomnia anxiety modern societySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fame changes dating.Money changes expectations.And style changes access.In this wide-ranging conversation, Drago breaks down what most people won’t say out loud about dating in America vs Europe, money-driven culture, modern masculinity, fashion as social leverage, and navigating the music industry without losing yourself.From touring with Coldplay, getting noticed by Chris Martin, building a fashion brand, and rejecting industry control — to dating dynamics, chivalry, social media sameness, and why authenticity is disappearing — this episode blends music, culture, psychology, and identity.We talk about:• Dating in America vs Europe• Money, access & expectations• Fame, DMs & disingenuous attention• Touring with Coldplay & breaking into global music• Why fashion changes how people treat you• Building a clothing brand after music• Chivalry, feminism & attraction (personal views)• Social media cloning culture• Masculinity, responsibility & family goals• Why originality is dying — and how to keep yoursThis isn’t advice.It’s one artist’s lived experience in public life.Chapters00:00 Dating Is Money-Driven in America01:01 Touring Canada & Playing With Coldplay02:18 The Viral Concert Moment Explained03:12 How Chris Martin Found Him04:34 Why Fashion Opens Doors06:33 Turning Style Into a Clothing Brand08:26 Why Most People Copy Each Other10:03 Is Chivalry Dead? (Personal Perspective)12:23 Fame, DMs & Fake Interest17:01 Masculinity, Family & Long-Term Thinking🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Drago - https://www.instagram.com/dragosound/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsdrago interview, coldplay tour story, dating in america vs europe, fame and dating dynamics, money driven dating culture, fashion confidence psychology, music industry reality podcast, touring musician lifestyleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.