In this gripping, brutally honest episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, Luis Guzman sits down with reality TV icon Renee Graziano—and nothing is off limits. Best known from Mob Wives, Renee has lived through a storm of public scrutiny, personal battles, and deeply private traumas. But today? She’s standing in her truth. This episode is not about the glamor of TV. It’s about the real woman behind it all—the one who’s fought addiction, heartbreak, betrayal, and years of internal struggle just to sit here and tell the story.

If you're looking for a surface-level conversation, this ain’t it.
This is a raw, reflective, and surprisingly hilarious deep-dive into the life of a woman who’s been through hell and decided to redecorate.

Renee opens up about how she went from champagne and cocaine to a quiet life of sobriety, celibacy, and self-awareness. She shares how trauma shaped her identity, how she lost nearly everything—including her sense of self—and how she’s rebuilding her life brick by brick with therapy, God, and a little bit of Prozac-fueled peace.

We talk about:

• The unexpected addiction that started long before drugs: power

• Growing up with a father in the mob and what that really looked like behind closed doors

• Why her title as Anthony’s daughter felt more important than being a mother

• The toxic relationships that almost destroyed her—and the moment she finally said enough

• How losing 50+ pounds and gaining clarity helped her fall back in love with herself

Through laughter and tears, Renee reflects on the harsh lessons that came from being on reality TV while quietly spiraling behind the scenes. She gets real about the damage that Xanax, secrecy, and shame did to her—and why she’s finally done running from the mirror.

You’ll hear stories of violence, betrayal, mental breakdowns, and—somehow—still walk away feeling hope. Luis creates a space where Renee opens up like never before, from the trauma of a sexual assault while hospitalized to the pain of losing her father’s letters and keepsakes to someone she once trusted.

Highlights from the episode include:

• The chilling story of Renee’s ex-husband wearing a wire while sleeping in the same bed as her

• What it’s like dating as a well-known mob daughter—and why Renee’s over it

• The immersive mob-themed dinner show “Married by the Mob” and why it’s her way of taking power back

• Why she believes God kept her alive—and what she’s doing with her second (okay, maybe eighth) chance

There’s no performance here. Just one woman, unfiltered, unpolished, and unapologetically transparent about the mess, the beauty, and the weird in-between of survival and self-discovery.

Whether you’re an artist, a recovering perfectionist, or just someone who’s ever felt like a mess in a world that rewards masks, this episode will hit you in the gut and maybe even make you laugh while you're crying.

Want more from Renee Graziano? You can catch her performing in Married by the Mob—an immersive wedding experience like no other—February 13–15 at the Avenel Performing Arts Center. And if you're in the skincare game, check out her brand Bad Body Butter—because healing is an inside and outside job.

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What happens when you walk away from a high-profile, Emmy-winning career and decide to tell the truth—your truth—for the first time?

In this powerful episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with Jamie Tompkins, a former Fox 13 Seattle news anchor turned truth-teller, survivor, and soon-to-be podcast host of Respectfully. Known for her poise in front of the camera, Jamie opens up about what was really happening behind the scenes: from the polished lights of broadcast journalism to the shadows of sexual harassment, burnout, and betrayal within a police department she once believed in.

Jamie’s story is more than a career pivot—it’s a deep, unfiltered look at identity, trauma, strength, and what it really takes to reclaim your voice in a world that constantly tries to mute it.

In this episode, we explore:

• Jamie’s rise through the ranks of broadcast journalism and her decade-long career with Fox 13 Seattle

• The intense public scrutiny and coded “feedback” women often face in the media industry

• How being from New Jersey gave her the grit to push back against workplace culture that tried to flatten her personality

• Her transition from the newsroom to working with the Seattle Police Department as Chief of Staff—and how that journey quickly unraveled

This is not just another career story. It’s about:

• Toxic work environments and how they’re often disguised as “opportunity”

• Gaslighting, sexual harassment, and how even in positions of power, women are forced to fight twice as hard to be taken seriously

• Leaving behind a life that looked glamorous on the outside but was quietly destroying her from within

• Creative rebirth and why podcasting—on her own terms—was the outlet she didn’t know she needed

Jamie shares the uncomfortable but necessary truth about why she walked away from it all, how she’s healing through honesty, and what her upcoming podcast Respectfully will stand for. She reflects on therapy, fitness, family, and the radical act of saying no more—no more performance, no more compliance, no more pretending.

What’s especially striking is her clarity. Jamie doesn’t speak in platitudes—she speaks from the grit of lived experience. She’s unafraid to name names, call out hypocrisy, and discuss the ripple effect of trauma in professional and personal relationships. But this episode is not about bitterness. It’s about freedom.

Highlights include:

• Her early roots in musical theatre and how a chance opportunity turned into a decades-long career

• Her surprising detour into police department leadership—and what she didn’t see coming

• The emotional toll of workplace harassment and the strength it took to walk away

• Finding joy again in things like music, dogs, family holidays, and quiet moments

• Why going to the gym isn’t just physical—it’s mental survival

Whether you're a creative, a professional navigating burnout, or someone recovering from toxic environments, this episode will hit home. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s a reminder that sometimes, your second act is your best one yet.

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Your story doesn’t end at burnout. It starts when you take the mic back.

What happens when a former SWAT officer, detective, and BMX pro turns his full attention to health, fitness, and hormone optimization? In this powerful episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with David Lindberg—CEO and founder of Hanobi, a cutting-edge peptide and hormone research company based in Las Vegas. What starts as a deep dive into wellness turns into a layered conversation about resilience, reinvention, and building something real from the ground up.

From small-town Colorado roots to law enforcement leadership and now the wellness space, David’s story is packed with real-world experience, transparency, and grit. He opens up about what it meant to walk away from a 15-year career in policing, how injury and betrayal forced him to start over, and why his passion for health and biohacking has become more than just a business—it’s a mission.

In this episode, we cover:

• David’s journey from cop to CEO and why he left law enforcement behind

• How a career-ending injury became the spark that launched Hanobi

• What most people get wrong about hormone therapy, TRT, and peptides

• The real differences between research-grade supplements and what’s sold online

• Why integrity and transparency are the backbone of his business model

• The dark side of the wellness industry, from shady clinics to misinformation

• David’s thoughts on the growing GLP-1 wave (yes, we’re talking Ozempic, Manjaro, and more)

• Tips for anyone looking to start a health-based business or launch their own hormone clinic

• How Hanobi Research, Clinic Protocols, and Biohack Team are designed to work together

Whether you’re deep into functional medicine, building your own brand, or just trying to understand what peptides even are, this episode delivers honest insight from someone who’s lived multiple lives and built a company with real purpose.

A few standout takeaways from David:

• “Respect in any space—law enforcement or entrepreneurship—starts with being a human being first.”

• “Don’t put something in your body if you don’t know where it’s coming from.”

• “There’s no loyalty in business unless you build it yourself.”

• “Everyone wants results, but not everyone’s ready to change their lifestyle.”

This conversation goes far beyond health trends—it’s about the long game. The slow climb. The moments no one sees when everything falls apart and you still find a way forward. Whether you're here for the business gems, the real talk on wellness, or just a damn good comeback story, this episode delivers.

Where to find David Lindberg and Hanobi:

• Website: hanobi.com

• Consulting: clinicprotocols.com

• Community: biohackteam.com

• Personal Brand: davidlindberg.com

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What does it take to rebuild after losing everything—not once, but twice—and come back stronger each time? In this episode of I'm An Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and performance coach Dan Sachkowsky for a brutally honest conversation about failure, faith, and fierce reinvention. From surviving bankruptcy in his twenties to recovering from a near-fatal heart attack, Dan’s story is packed with lessons on resilience, leadership, and what it really means to live with purpose.

Dan’s journey is anything but linear—from his early days in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to building and selling multimillion-dollar companies, to losing it all and finding his way back through grit and gratitude. In this raw, unfiltered interview, he shares what drove him to keep showing up, the mindset shifts that changed everything, and why he now chooses impact over income.

If you’re a founder, business owner, or anyone navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, this conversation will hit home. Dan doesn’t just talk strategy—he breaks down the mental, physical, and spiritual discipline it takes to stay the course when life punches hard.

In this episode, Dan and Luis cover:

• The hard truth about micromanaging and how it holds entrepreneurs back

• Why ego can be the biggest threat to long-term success

• The connection between physical health and business performance

• How childhood beliefs around money can shape (and sabotage) your growth

• What Dan learned from being on The Apprentice and working with high-profile entrepreneurs

• The moment a heart attack changed everything—and the vow he made afterward

• What it means to build a business that serves both your family and your future

• How to stop “trying” and start leading—in your business and your life

Key Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss:

• “You don’t need a bigger team—you need better systems.”

• “If you don’t trust yourself to take care of your body, how can anyone trust you to run a business?”

• “Trying is a built-in excuse. You’re either doing it, or you’re not.”

• “You can’t be a leader at work if you’re just leftovers at home.”

This episode also dives deep into fatherhood, legacy, and personal evolution. Dan opens up about how becoming a girl dad changed how he leads, loves, and shows up—not just in business, but in every room he walks into. It’s the kind of conversation that’s both grounding and galvanizing, reminding you what matters most while giving you the fuel to move forward.

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling fast, this is one of those episodes that will meet you exactly where you are. Dan’s story is proof that setbacks don’t define you—how you respond does. And when you choose to show up differently, everything starts to shift.

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Whether you’re deep in the grind or coming up for air, this one will remind you that discipline, faith, and clarity are the cornerstones of a life well-built.

Listen now. Your next level might just start here.

In this episode of I’m an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with Richard Davis, a self-described Wall Street middleman whose story cuts far deeper than finance headlines and market chatter. What unfolds is a raw, layered conversation about ambition, identity, risk, loss, and the real cost of chasing success in high-stakes environments.

Richard’s journey begins far from trading floors and boardrooms. Raised in a working-class household in East Texas, he watched discipline, work ethic, and resilience shape his early mindset. Those lessons followed him through college, early business experiments, truck driving, and eventually into the world of stocks, investor relations, and public markets. His rise was not clean or predictable. It was earned through missteps, sharp turns, and moments that forced hard reflection.

As the conversation deepens, Richard breaks down how financial literacy is rarely taught where it matters most, and why access, relationships, and visibility often outweigh raw intelligence. He shares how building platforms like Investors Voice and later FloorStocks came from recognizing gaps between retail investors, creators, and companies. The goal was never hype. It was connection, clarity, and transparency in a system that often avoids all three.

The episode also explores the personal cost of rapid success. From becoming one of the youngest African Americans to take a company public, to navigating excess, ego, divorce, and a near-fatal wake-up call, Richard speaks candidly about what wealth exposes rather than fixes. Fatherhood, health, and purpose reshaped how he measures success today.

Key themes and topics covered include:

• Building wealth from nontraditional paths

• The hidden mechanics of Wall Street and investor visibility

• Why relationships often matter more than credentials

• The difference between lifestyle wealth and lasting wealth

• Market cycles, volatility, and today’s investing climate

• Lessons learned from failure, excess, and reinvention

• Creating platforms that humanize finance and leadership

Rather than offering stock tips or shortcuts, this episode focuses on mindset, accountability, and long-term thinking. Richard challenges listeners to look beyond surface-level wins and ask deeper questions about why they want success, what they are willing to trade for it, and how they plan to sustain it once it arrives.

Luis guides the conversation with curiosity and respect, allowing space for reflection without glamorizing the grind. The result is a grounded, honest discussion that speaks to entrepreneurs, creatives, investors, and anyone navigating ambition in an uncertain world.

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What happens when you blend raw talent, Puerto Rican pride, and years of lived experience into one unstoppable character? You get Tio—the wildly popular, side-splitting, mustache-wearing alter ego brought to life by the multi-hyphenate creative force, Geovany Sepulveda. But there’s a deeper story behind the laughs—and in this episode of I’m An Artist, Not A Salesman, we sit down with Geovany to explore every layer.

From humble beginnings in the projects of Hoboken, New Jersey, to formative years spent in Puerto Rico, Geovany’s journey is packed with cultural duality, artistic evolution, and a deep understanding of how to transform trauma into storytelling. Known for his wildly viral sketch character Tio, Geovany opens up about the real people, places, and pain that helped shape his creative voice.

This isn’t just a conversation about going viral or building an audience—this is a powerful look into what it takes to stay grounded while navigating the pressures of content creation, identity, and legacy.

In this raw and honest interview, we cover:

• The origin story of Tio: a hilarious but deeply personal tribute to uncles, neighborhoods, and chaotic family dinners

• How growing up in a Puerto Rican household shaped his comedic instincts and artistic drive

• The balance between staying true to your culture while reaching a broader audience

• What it’s like to be called “Barney for adults”—and why that’s a compliment

• The early days of going viral by filming against a brick wall with no budget

• Why comparison culture kills creativity

• How Geovany deals with haters, internet trolls, and jealousy from unexpected places

• What he’s learned from building a loyal community through original characters and consistency

As Geovany reveals, comedy wasn’t his first love—music was. Under the name Arson, he built a strong following through beat-making, EDM, and melodic songwriting. He even studied audio engineering and collaborated with Grammy-winning producers. But when fans and friends kept telling him he needed to show people “the funny,” Geovany took the leap—and Tio was born.

Still, the artistic tug-of-war remains. Geovany sees himself as a split persona: Arsnn makes the music, Tio brings the comedy, and together they fuel a much bigger creative mission. Whether it’s producing EDM tracks, designing a stand-up set from scratch, or improvising sketch ideas on the spot with only a camera and a prop couch—Geovany is doing it all with purpose, heart, and hustle.

What makes this episode stand out?
Geovany doesn’t hold back. He shares stories about:

• Getting kicked out of the house at 18 after his mom found bricks of drugs hidden in the closet

• Watching his Tio videos help strangers through dark moments, failed job interviews, and grief

• Using humor as both armor and offering, especially in the face of personal loss and mental health struggles

• His dream of creating an animated comedy series that showcases Latino culture with Family Guy-level humor

• How he sold out his first ever stand-up show using only his own network and sheer belief

This episode isn’t about chasing virality—it’s about creating art with intention, and how Geovany is using his platform to bring light, love, and laughter into the world. Whether he’s talking about old-school Puerto Rican parenting, beefing with family over past mistakes, or surviving the algorithm game, Geovany keeps it real, grounded, and hilarious.

If you’ve ever felt torn between your talents, unsure of your next move, or overlooked by mainstream platforms—this conversation is your permission to go all in.

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In this deeply inspiring episode of *I’m An Artist, Not A Salesman*, host Luis Guzman sits down with Eddie Orengo, a name you might recognize from the ring, but a story you won’t forget once you hear it. Known to WWE fans as a sharp, dependable referee on Monday Night Raw and Smackdown, Eddie shares the full arc of his journey—from a wrestling-obsessed kid in Newark, New Jersey, to standing in the center of the ring at Madison Square Garden, calling matches for legends like AJ Styles and John Cena.

What makes this episode truly unforgettable is how raw and honest Eddie is about the grind behind the glamour. Before the lights and the live TV cameras, Eddie was setting up chairs at local indie shows, delivering oxygen tanks during the week, and sacrificing sleep to chase a dream most people told him was out of reach. It wasn’t just about making it to the WWE—it was about proving he belonged there.

Eddie walks us through:

- What it was like to meet his father for the first time ever—at a wrestling match

- His early days wrestling under the name El Bandido Jr.

- Why he pivoted from performer to referee, and how that one decision changed everything

- The phone call that changed his life and got him a tryout at the WWE Performance Center

- What it felt like debuting at Madison Square Garden alongside wrestling royalty

“I would’ve done anything to stay in this business,” Eddie shares. “Referee, cameraman, even setting up rings. If it kept me close to pro wrestling, I was in.”

The conversation dives deep into how resilience, relationships, and self-awareness helped Eddie overcome the challenges of being overlooked because of his size, typecast in the indie scene, and dealing with the physical toll of wrestling in his early years. But perhaps most moving is Eddie’s reflection on gratitude—for his mom, who raised him solo and told him to stay humble, and for his father, who gave him his first shot in the ring.

There’s also an insider’s look into the business of being a WWE referee—how matches are timed to perfection, what it’s like getting instructions mid-match from producers, and how the ref’s role is far more than just counting to three. Eddie shares what it was like to ref one of the most culturally significant matches in recent memory: Bad Bunny vs. Damian Priest in Puerto Rico. The emotion, the crowd, and the personal pride of three Boricuas in the ring is something he’ll never forget—and you’ll feel it too.

If you’re a lifelong wrestling fan, a creative grinding toward your dream, or someone looking for a jolt of motivation, this episode is for you. Eddie’s story isn’t just about wrestling—it’s about identity, legacy, and believing in yourself even when the odds say otherwise.

*Other highlights in this episode include:*

- Why John Cena gave Eddie a simple but powerful piece of career advice

- What it’s like to be around Triple H and how much the game has changed under his leadership

- Behind-the-scenes insight on the Final Boss storyline with The Rock

- The importance of staying mentally and physically ready—even when you’re not in the spotlight

- Why Eddie considers refereeing Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre in Scotland one of his most challenging matches

- How he balances being a public figure with staying grounded at home, thanks to his wife and family

*Final takeaway?* The dream isn’t just to make it. The dream is to keep growing, keep learning, and always leave the door open for the next kid from Newark who wants to be part of something bigger than themselves.

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In this powerful and introspective episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with award-winning filmmaker, director, and lifelong creative Jordan Crafton for one of the most vulnerable and inspiring conversations of the season. From his early years as a restless kid searching for belonging, to finding artistic refuge in jazz and storytelling, to becoming a Tribeca Film Festival winner and sought-after visual creative, Jordan’s journey is a testament to perseverance, faith, and relentless belief in purpose.

Jordan opens up about how the arts first saved his life, offering him a sense of expression he couldn’t find anywhere else. As he shares, creativity was the one place he felt fully understood. That spark carried him through years of uncertainty, experimentation, and self-discovery. But it wasn’t talent alone that shaped him. It was discipline, faith, and the courage to build a life outside of the expectations placed on him. The conversation navigates Jordan’s experience as a Black creative in an industry marked by both opportunities and contradictions, and how he continues to redefine his artistic identity through every chapter of life.

One of the most compelling sections of the episode dives into the season of transition Jordan is currently walking through. He opens up about reconnecting with the younger version of himself, the one who believed without hesitation, dreamed without limits, and saw obstacles as invitations instead of barriers. Through that rediscovery came one of his most meaningful pieces of work: the Brooklyn Santa fiction podcast, a project born from fasting, prayer, and a deep need for clarity when his career hit a period of unsettling stillness. For Jordan, returning to vision meant returning to God’s voice, not the noise of the industry.

Listeners also get a gripping look into how Jordan landed his earliest major opportunities, including his long-running creative partnership with Nick Cannon. The story is filled with resourcefulness, persistence, and boldness, from mailing DVDs and critiques to chasing connections across New York. What emerges is a clear portrait of someone who refuses to wait for permission to pursue destiny.

Throughout the episode, Jordan and Luis explore themes like creative discipline, identity, purpose, and the unseen emotional layers behind ambition. They reflect on working out as a mental health anchor, how childhood gifts often shape adult calling, and why faith continues to be the stabilizing force behind Jordan’s decisions. With candor and humor, Jordan breaks down the misconceptions of success and shares how his commitment to staying grounded has kept him aligned with who he wants to become.

Some of the episode’s standout highlights include:

• Jordan’s reflections on faith, fasting, and spiritual alignment

• How fearlessness shaped his early filmmaking experiments

• The discipline routines that keep him sharp, creative, and focused

• Lessons from working alongside major artists and entertainers

• Why Brooklyn Santa became a turning point in his creative purpose

• Navigating ambition without losing integrity or self-awareness

Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of what it means to pursue artistry with intention, how to stay committed when life plateaus, and why purpose often requires returning to the childlike belief we abandon along the way. Jordan’s story isn’t just a behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment world. It’s an invitation to examine your own calling, your own doubts, and the gifts you may be overlooking.

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