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  • Living, Working & Loving With ADHD - Rosie Turner ADHD Coach

    Living, Working & Loving With ADHD - Rosie Turner ADHD Coach
    Apr 23 2026
    Rosie Turner is an accredited ADHD coach, founder of ADHD Untangled, and someone who spent decades not knowing why everything felt just a little bit harder than it should. In this episode we go far beyond the diagnosis story, we talk about what it actually feels like to live in an ADHD brain, the emotional weight, the shame spirals, the rejection sensitivity that can floor you for days. We talk about running a business with ADHD: the burnout cycles, the financial reality, the hiring mistakes, and the moments every month where you think about quitting and we talk about what actually helps: real routines, real community, and learning to use ADHD as a vehicle instead of a victim story. This is one of those conversations that makes you feel less alone, whether you have ADHD, think you might, or love someone who does. Timestamps (00:00) — What would you want someone to experience to understand ADHD? (01:45) — How Rosie felt different before she knew why and the coping mechanisms that hid it (03:35) — The overachiever mask: how success on the outside can hide exhaustion on the inside (05:22) — When did you start to ask questions? The moment the party lifestyle stopped (06:30) — Discovering rejection sensitive dysphoria and realising everything connected (07:57) — Starting ADHD Untangled from a friend's sofa with nowhere to live (08:38) — After diagnosis: the relief, and then the delayed grief (10:29) — What becomes harder once you know — unmasking and losing your old life (13:00) — Shame vs guilt: what shame really means for the ADHD brain (15:26) — The shame spiral and how the school system builds it in (16:32) — Rejection sensitive dysphoria in real life: the blue tick, the vague text, the spiral (18:30) — The three types of ADHD and why the one everyone knows is actually the smallest (20:17) — Running a business with ADHD: how it really looks from the inside (21:18) — Why the business wasn't planned and what happens when novelty meets no structure (23:07) — ADHD and finances: the part nobody talks about (24:00) — The hiring problem: rushing the process, trusting too quickly, skipping the contracts (26:10) — How many times this month have you thought about shutting it down? (26:26) — What keeps her going: the layered why behind the business (28:13) — The positives: pattern recognition, risk-taking, and connecting fast (29:46) — Routine as medicine: the 4:30am morning practice and what it actually does (32:01) — Sparklerisation: why your routine needs to keep changing to keep working (33:30) — Practical tips for ADHD entrepreneurs: do less, get support, think ahead (35:51) — Don't do it alone: why isolation nearly broke her (37:10) — Relationships after diagnosis: avoiding dating for two years (38:26) — Not knowing how to show up without a mask (39:41) — Getting dumped on WhatsApp — and what she did next (42:15) — What partners of people with ADHD need to understand (44:07) — The one thing she wishes every partner knew (46:43) — Demand avoidance: never tell an ADHDer what to do (47:31) — Should you get diagnosed? Why she always asks "why wouldn't you?" (49:02) — Using ADHD as a vehicle, not a victim story (50:25) — How to work with Rosie: coaching, training, and the ecosystem she's building (52:15) — Three things to do this week if you have ADHD (53:44) — Final questions: what she's learning, the name of this chapter, and her message to the world Connect with Rosie: https://www.instagram.com/rosieadhduntangled/ https://untangledco.com/academy/adhdinformedcoachcoach Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel/ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories!
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    55 min
  • How This Artist Landed Kesha, Chris Brown & Ed Sheeran | Dzanar Abbas-Zade

    How This Artist Landed Kesha, Chris Brown & Ed Sheeran | Dzanar Abbas-Zade
    Apr 9 2026

    He arrived in the Netherlands at age 8 with nothing but a violin. Three refugee camps later, he taught himself Photoshop from forums, started freelancing at 15, and ended up directing visuals for Chris Brown, G-Eazy and Riff Raff, working alongside Sam Feldt and Ed Sheeran.

    Besides his celebrity client list, his pink glitter basketball ended up on Times Square and later got bought from Drake's father. He calls this chapter of his life "the beginning."

    This is the story of Dzanar Abbas-Zade.

    We get into how he went from grinding behind a computer to becoming the secret weapon behind some of the biggest names in the industry. How he got his first big break by offering to work for free. How a rare condition where he sees colors and shapes when he hears music became his creative superpower and why he walked away from the A-list client work to launch his own art.

    And if you stick around until the end he also shares one one underrated trick he says most creatives completely overlook when trying to work with bigger names.

    This is a conversation about obsession, timing, courage, and what it actually takes to get in the room.

    TIMESTAMPS

    (00:00) The most underrated trick in the creative industry

    (02:43) From refugee camp to VIP parties

    (07:21) Arriving in the Netherlands with nothing

    (08:21) Teaching himself everything from a computer

    (10:22) How obsession turns into a career

    (14:22) First music videos and the EDM scene

    (17:41) What made his work different from everyone else

    (19:21) Working with Sanfeldt before he was famous

    (21:43) Should creatives work for free?

    (23:55) His rare condition: seeing colors when hearing music

    (26:47) How he approaches a creative project

    (27:48) Why creativity loves silence

    (34:15) His favorite project: G-Eazy NFT collection

    (36:18) What it's like collaborating with A-list artists

    (38:13) The shift from client work to his own art

    (39:09) Launching his first exhibition during COVID

    (40:06) His pink glitter basketball on Times Square

    (43:39) The most underrated trick: study the art of language

    (45:35) It's not luck. It's timing.

    (46:31) Advice for young creatives

    (47:50) Three final questions

    Connect with Dzanar:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dzanar/

    Website: https://dzanar.com/

    Follow Me:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel/

    Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories!
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    49 min
  • The Misconceptions About Disability Nobody Talks About - Sophie-Anne Onland

    The Misconceptions About Disability Nobody Talks About - Sophie-Anne Onland
    Mar 3 2026

    Today we speak with Sophie-Anne Onland, about the challenges and opportunity for disability representation. Born with a limb difference, Sophie shares her personal journey of growing up with a disability, the challenges she faced, and how she overcame them to become a voice for change.

    Key Topics Discussed:

    - Sophie's early life and the role her parents played in encouraging her to live without limits.

    - The lack of representation of people with disabilities in media and how it affected her self-esteem.

    - The pivotal moment that led Sophie to embrace her disability and become more open about it.

    - The importance of good representation and how it can impact individuals' self-worth and societal inclusion.

    -Sophie's transition from hiding her disability to becoming a public speaker and advocate.

    -The founding of her Agency Ninety-nine aimed at increasing the visibility and representation of people with disabilities in media and advertising.

    - Practical advice for brands on how to authentically represent people with disabilities.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:38 - The importance of representation

    01:51 - Growing up without role models

    04:12 - Sophie's early life and family support

    06:00 - Teenage years and growing insecurities

    07:51 - The energy spent on hiding and adjusting

    10:43 - Nature vs. nurture: Sophie's positive mindset

    13:13 - The impact of disability on personal growth

    17:47 - The societal approach to disabilities

    21:14 - Acceptance and self-worth

    23:22 - Sophie's journey to self-acceptance

    28:45 - The role of social media and finding role models

    33:07 - Sophie's content journey and mission

    36:43 - Founding the agency Ninety-Nine

    42:03 - What brands get wrong about representation

    47:03 - The future of disability representation in media

    Connect with Sophie:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophieonland/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-anne-onland-27978449/

    Agency: https://www.instagram.com/ninetynine_agency/

    Follow Me:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel/

    Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories!

    #DisabilityRepresentation #Inclusion #Podcast #Inspiration #Sophie #RepresentationMatters #Diversity #Acceptance #SelfWorth #MediaRepresentation
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    52 min
  • Leading Psychologist on how to Heal your body with your mind, Trauma Responses and Shame - Caroline Middelsdorf

    Leading Psychologist on how to Heal your body with your mind, Trauma Responses and Shame - Caroline Middelsdorf
    Dec 18 2025

    Trauma isn’t just caused by extreme events like war, accidents, or abuse. In this episode, trauma psychologist Caroline Middelsdorf explains trauma as invisible wounds, experiences that overwhelmed the nervous system and were never fully processed.

    We explore why trauma often goes unrecognized, how the mind can forget while the body remembers, and why many people live in survival mode for years without realizing it. Caroline breaks down common trauma responses, including people-pleasing, hypervigilance, anxiety, emotional exhaustion or burnout and explains why these patterns often surface later in life.

    A central theme of this conversation is shame. Shame is one of the most overlooked trauma responses and one of the biggest blocks to healing. We discuss how shame develops, why it keeps people stuck, and how healing requires more than awareness alone, it requires nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and integration.

    This episode also covers:

    - Childhood trauma and emotional neglect

    - Big T vs small t trauma

    - Dissociation and body memory

    - Why trauma symptoms often appear in your late 20s or 30s

    - The stages of healing emotional wounds

    - How to support a partner who has experienced trauma

    - What to look for (and avoid) in a therapist

    If you’ve ever felt constantly on edge, emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or ashamed without knowing why, this conversation will help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface.

    This episode is for education and reflection. It is not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional mental health care.

    About the guest

    Caroline Middelsdorf is a trauma psychologist specializing in nervous system regulation, emotional trauma, and healing chronic stress responses. She shares educational content on trauma, shame, and healing across multiple platforms.

    📌 Caroline’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinemiddelsdorf/?hl=en

    🎙️ Caroline’s podcast Real, Raw and Authentic: https://www.youtube.com/@UCtk43vLV-ch0nuKEhO4iXMA

    Timestamps:

    00:00 – What Trauma Really Is (And Why We Get It Wrong)

    04:15 – Invisible Wounds & Childhood Trauma

    09:00 – How Trauma Shows Up Later in Life

    17:30 – Why the Mind Forgets but the Body Remembers

    25:40 – Survival Mode, Burnout & Anxiety

    36:45 – Shame: The Most Overlooked Trauma Response

    45:20 – Why Awareness Alone Doesn’t Heal Trauma

    53:10 – The Hardest Part of Healing

    01:01:30 – How to Support a Partner with Trauma

    01:08:35 – Who You Become After Healing

    01:12:15 – Message for Anyone Feeling Broken
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    1 h et 15 min
  • Scaling from 10K to 250K Months with Meta Ads (From a $50M Ad Buyer)

    Scaling from 10K to 250K Months with Meta Ads (From a $50M Ad Buyer)
    Dec 4 2025
    In this episode, I sit down with Ahmed Kamel, one of the top performance marketers in Europe, to break down why ads “stop working,” how to fix them, and the exact creative and targeting system he uses to scale brands from 10K → 50K → 100K → 250K months and beyond. Ahmed has driven half a million dollars in a single day, managed six-figure monthly budgets, and produced 524% year-over-year growth for brands by thinking like an investment manager, not a traditional “media buyer.” We get into: - Why most founders diagnose their ad problems wrong - The creative mistakes 90% of Meta ad accounts do - The right way to structure campaigns in 2025–2026 - Why traffic campaigns are “window shoppers” and what to run instead - The growth ceilings at 10K, 50K, 100K, 250K months (and how to break them) - Meta’s Andromeda update and the end of weak AI creatives - How to test with a €1,000/month budget, step by step - Why overproduced ads fail and simple UGC wins - The metric founders obsess over that doesn’t matter - The 7-day fixes that immediately improve conversions Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction and Record-Breaking Ad Sales (00:23) - The Role of an Ads Manager (00:43) - Comparing Bank Interest to Ad Returns (01:07) - The Reality of Marketing Guarantees (01:32) - Factors Influencing Ad Success (02:16) - Misconceptions About Advertisement (02:51) - The Problem with Overpromising in Marketing (03:15) - Testing and Iterating for Success (04:15) - Breaking Growth Ceilings (05:04) - Case Study: B2C SaaS Growth (06:05) - Different Growth Ceilings for Different Revenue Levels (07:03) - Challenges of Scaling High-Revenue Businesses (07:34) - Common Misdiagnoses by Founders (08:22) - Practical Steps When Ads Stop Working (09:22) - Setup vs. Creative Issues in Ad Campaigns (10:23) - Quick Funnel Check for Founders (11:40) - Elements of a Good Landing Page (13:59) - Do Ugly Landing Pages Sell Better? (15:02) - The Impact of AI on Ad Creatives (16:28) - Trends in Ad Creatives for 2026 (17:16) - Meta Andromeda Update and Its Impact (18:44) - Importance of Strong Creatives (19:45) - Effective Black Friday Creatives (20:45) - Industry-Specific Creative Strategies (22:20) - Simplifying the Buying Journey (24:42) - The Power of Storytelling in Ads (26:01) - Human Connection in Advertising (27:28) - Trusting the Algorithm vs. Data-Driven Decisions (29:30) - Audience Segmentation vs. Broad Targeting (30:57) - Thinking Like a Business Owner (31:58) - Building Trust with Clients (34:37) - Practical Advice for Small Budgets (35:42) - Example: Scaling a Podcast Course (39:14) - Overcoming Fear of Ads (39:47) - The Painful Truth About Scaling (40:30) - Bottlenecks for Founders (41:25) - Misconceptions About Ads (42:40) - Ethical Considerations in Advertising Connect with Ahmed: https://www.instagram.com/ahmedkamel_7/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-kamel-performance-marketer/ Follow Marcus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/301podcast Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel 💌 Business inquiries: studiobooking@weare301.comIn this episode, I sit down with Ahmed Kamel, one of the top performance marketers in Europe, to break down why ads “stop working,” how to fix them, and the exact creative and targeting system he uses to scale brands from 10K → 50K → 100K → 250K months and beyond. Ahmed has driven half a million dollars in a single day, managed six-figure monthly budgets, and produced 524% year-over-year growth for brands by thinking like an investment manager, not a traditional “media buyer.” We get into: - Why most founders diagnose their ad problems wrong - The creative mistakes 90% of Meta ad accounts do - The right way to structure campaigns in 2025–2026 - Why traffic campaigns are “window shoppers” and what to run instead - The growth ceilings at 10K, 50K, 100K, 250K months (and how to break them) - Meta’s Andromeda update and the end of weak AI creatives - How to test with a €1,000/month budget, step by step - Why overproduced ads fail and simple UGC wins - The metric founders obsess over that doesn’t matter - The 7-day fixes that immediately improve conversions Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Record-Breaking Ad Sales 00:23 - The Role of an Ads Manager 00:43 - Comparing Bank Interest to Ad Returns 01:07 - The Reality of Marketing Guarantees 01:32 - Factors Influencing Ad Success 02:16 - Misconceptions About Advertisement 02:51 - The Problem with Overpromising in Marketing 03:15 - Testing and Iterating for Success 04:15 - Breaking Growth Ceilings 05:04 - Case Study: B2C SaaS Growth 06:05 - Different Growth Ceilings for Different Revenue Levels 07:03 - Challenges of Scaling High-Revenue Businesses 07:34 - Common Misdiagnoses by Founders 08:22 - Practical Steps When Ads Stop Working 09:22 - Setup vs. Creative Issues in Ad Campaigns 10:23 - Quick Funnel Check for Founders 11:40 - Elements of a Good Landing Page ...
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    51 min
  • Inside the Mind of a Serial Founder | Julia Mitereva

    Inside the Mind of a Serial Founder | Julia Mitereva
    Nov 20 2025

    What does it take to build multiple ventures, lead global communities across continents, and still stay grounded as a creator and founder?

    In this episode of the 301 Podcast, Marcus Engel sits down with Julia Mitereva, founder of Fashion Potluck, Greek Social, Founders Mesh and part of the leadership team behind Moldovan Brands Runway (MBR) project, to explore the mindset, discipline, and creativity behind her nonlinear entrepreneurial journey.

    From launching her first venture in her early 20s to building one of Amsterdam’s most beloved founder communities, Julia shares the systems, philosophies, and lessons that shaped her path.

    She opens up about failing early, finding the right co-founder, switching between tech and fashion, and how she’s now helping shape Moldova’s growing startup and fashion ecosystems.

    🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:

    - How Julia balances multiple high-energy ventures

    - The surprising influence her parents had on her entrepreneurial mindset

    - Why failure is one of her most important tools as a founder

    - How she built Fashion Potluck into a 40,000+ women’s platform

    - Why big social platforms should take notes on ethical, safe spaces online

    - The origin of Founders Mesh and why it became a startup-VC magnet

    - How Moldova’s fashion and tech scenes are evolving and Julia’s role in it

    - Why community only works when you build it with real intention and value

    If you’re a founder, community builder, creator, or someone exploring a non-linear career path, this episode is packed with lessons on authenticity, resilience, and building things that actually matter.

    ⏱ Timestamps

    (00:00) – Introduction

    (00:10) – Balancing multiple ventures

    (00:28) – The joy of entrepreneurship

    (00:49) – Early beginnings in entrepreneurship

    (01:27) – Influence of family on entrepreneurial spirit

    (03:13) – Finding the right co-founder

    (05:57) – Embracing failure in entrepreneurship

    (09:07) – Building a strong co-founder relationship

    (10:20) – The story behind Fashion Potluck

    (14:11) – Ethical and safe social media spaces

    (17:07) – Pivoting to Greek Social

    (21:14) – Founders Mesh: building a community for founders

    (27:24) – Unique aspects of Founders Mesh

    (29:59) – Passion for fashion and Moldovan Fashion Week

    (34:12) – Contributing to Moldova’s fashion and tech industries

    (35:24) – Advice for aspiring Moldovan entrepreneurs

    (40:10) – The secret sauce to building an engaged community

    (43:16) – Balancing a busy entrepreneurial life

    (47:59) – Future plans and impact

    (52:43) – 3 FINAL Questions

    Connect with Julia:

    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/iuliamiterev/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juls.mitereva/?hl=en

    Follow Marcus

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/301podcast

    Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel

    💌 Business inquiries: studiobooking@weare301.com
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    53 min
  • Jorn Kirkels - How to Biohack your Health

    Jorn Kirkels - How to Biohack your Health
    Nov 7 2025

    This Episode is about the science of biohacking your health and performance with Jorn Kirkels, founder of Cellular.

    We dive into how People can take control of their energy, focus, and longevity using smart, data backed strategies.

    From finding the right form of magnesium to creating powerful morning routines, managing stress levels, and tracking your recovery and performance, Jorn shares the exact systems he uses to help top entrepreneurs feel and perform at their best.

    Learn how to optimize your sleep, reduce fatigue, and build discipline without burnout.

    This episode is packed with valuable insights on prioritizing your health and well being, so you can truly live your best, youthful life.

    Timestamps :

    (00:00) - Intro to Biohacking

    (02:55) - What is a good morning routine

    (07:48) - Jorn's early life experiences

    (11:55) - What is Jorn's personal health tips for his Parents

    (14:30) - Whats the effective way to build Discipline

    (19:30) - What to implement today to feel better tomorrow

    (24:40) - How was Cellular started ?

    (29:01) - How can people get help from Cellular

    (31:03) - Whats the biggest hidden Energy drainer

    (52:43) - Do Jorn miss the carelessness of life ?

    (01:04:32) - 3 FINAL Questions

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    Connect with Jorn:

    Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/jornkirkels

    Website : https://joincellular.com/#hero

    Follow the 301 Podcast:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/301podcast

    Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel

    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts

    💌 Business inquiries: studiobooking@weare301.com
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    1 h et 6 min
  • Kasper Brandi Petersen - Building a $100 MILLION Business

    Kasper Brandi Petersen - Building a $100 MILLION Business
    Oct 23 2025

    In Today's Episode our guest is Kasper Brandi Petersen, co-founder and CEO at LABFRESH, the Amsterdam based fashion tech brand pioneering odor resistant, stain repellent menswear. Kasper has turned failure into fuel: after burning millions in his first venture, he pivoted to build LABFRESH into one of Europe’s most crowdfunded consumer brands.

    In this episode you’ll discover how to start a company, build a startup, and make money in business without relying on venture capital. Kasper shares his journey of entrepreneurship, including how to launch a startup, how to build a business from scratch, and the real cost of getting timing wrong. Whether you’re an aspiring founder or ready to scale your side hustle, tune in for actionable lessons on crowdfunding, product market fit, lean growth, and legacy building.

    This episode in not the typical fake success stories and instead one grounded in real struggle's and strategy of an Entrepreneur. Enjoy the Episode!

    Timestamps: (00:00) - Trailer (01:12) - Experience of First Crowdfunding (03:12) - Was there Self Doubt Initially (04:34) - Was Labfresh Viral videos Strategic or Luck? (07:14) - How to Predict best timing for Launch? (08:39) - Being Pioneer vs First Mover (14:00) – From Visionary to Operator (17:00) – The Birth of Labfresh (21:00) – Technology, Crowdfunding & Community (28:00) – Setbacks & Growth Challenges (33:00) – Adapting Through Crisis (37:00) – Founders, Partnerships & Balance (43:00) – The Future of Fashion

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    Connect with Kasper:

    Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kasperbrandi

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasperbrandi/

    Website : https://labfresh.nl/

    Follow the 301 Podcast:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/301podcast

    Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel

    🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts

    💌 Business inquiries: studiobooking@weare301.com
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    1 h et 6 min