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The Alchemist's Library
by Ryan Ayala
The Alchemists Library is dedicated to the exploration of becoming one's best self. With the goal of achieving a clear mind, fit body, and a house full of love. Episodes centered around: Health, Wealth, and Wisdom. The ancient practice of alchemy was about turning lead to gold but the secret was that it was never about physical gold. The real art was in turning the self from lead to gold.
Episodes
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Daniel Fazio: How to Actually Win in Online Business
Send us Fan Mail Daniel Fazio breaks down how to actually win in online business, from client acquisition, cold email, and paid ads to content marketing, business offers, lead generation, sales, AI automation, and entrepreneurship. Instead of chasing tactics, Daniel explains why the offer you…
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AI, LinkedIn & the Future of Personal Branding with Lara Acosta
Send us Fan Mail Lara Acosta breaks down AI, LinkedIn, personal branding, audience growth, content strategy, entrepreneurship, social media marketing, distribution, creator economy, and AI tools in this conversation on the future of building an online brand. We explore why LinkedIn is becoming…
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Greg O’Gallagher - Getting Lean, Looksmaxxing & What Women Actually Want
Send us Fan Mail Greg O’Gallagher breaks down GLP-1s, tirzepatide, fat loss, muscle growth, three-day workouts, peptide therapy, looksmaxxing, and the training mistakes that can make men look worse. The Kinobody founder explains why staying lean matters more than bulking, how food noise sabotages...
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How He Built a $1M/Year Business With a 920-Person Email List - Nathan May
Send us Fan Mail Nathan May breaks down how he built a $1M-a-year newsletter business with just 920 email subscribers using email marketing, audience building, client acquisition, and cold outreach. We unpack entrepreneurship, personal branding, offer creation, business growth, and AI content...
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The Business Survival Guide in the AI Era: Nik Sharma
Send us Fan Mail Nik Sharma breaks down the startup survival guide for the AI era, revealing how AI agents are changing entrepreneurship, business strategy, brand building, and e-commerce. He explains what founders need to know about startup funding, marketing automation, AI tools, competitive...
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The New York Post Called Him a “Gen Z Digital Mogul”: Shamus Madan
Send us Fan Mail The New York Post called Shamus Madan a “Gen Z digital mogul,” but his story began with $13.90, a failing agency, and a decision to leave college. In this episode, Shamus breaks down New York City entrepreneurship, LinkedIn marketing, personal branding, agency growth, client...
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What No One Tells You About Making Money Online: Riley Lamont
Send us Fan Mail What no one tells you about making money online is that online business, entrepreneurship, AI business, digital marketing, SaaS, venture capital, bootstrapping, Gen Z careers, and personal branding are often sold through the same manufactured FOMO. In this conversation, Riley...
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The Personal Brand Expert Behind Hormozi & Gary V: Caleb Ralston
Send us Fan Mail Caleb Ralston, the personal brand strategist behind Alex Hormozi and Gary Vee, breaks down how to build a personal brand, grow on YouTube, create better content, use AI without sounding generic, and choose the right niche positioning in the creator economy. In this episode of...
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Greg McKeown: The 7 Words That Make People Open Up Instantly
Send us Fan Mail Greg McKeown, author of Essentialism, reveals the 7 words that make people open up instantly while breaking down communication skills, active listening, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, social media distraction, the AI age, nonviolent communication, and the psychology...
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The Waze Founder’s Billion-Dollar Playbook: Uri Levine
Send us Fan Mail Uri Levine, co-founder of Waze and one of the entrepreneurs behind two billion-dollar exits, joins The Alchemist’s Library Podcast to share his startup playbook for founders, product-market fit, business strategy, AI, venture capital, and decision-making. In this conversation…
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He Turned a $50M Loss Into a Business Building Playbook - Rod Khleif
Send us Fan Mail Rod Khleif lost $50 million in the 2008 real estate crash then rebuilt his life using multifamily investing, business building, syndication, mindset, cash flow, real estate development, assisted living, and deal-making principles. In this episode of The Alchemist’s Library, Rod...
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Internet Money, Inner Chaos, and the Cost of Chasing More - Champ
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Alchemist’s Library, Champ breaks down internet money, crypto, prediction markets, online business, personal branding, entrepreneurship, hustle culture, burnout, chronic illness, Miami culture, and the hidden cost of chasing more. What starts as a...
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The Truth About Going Viral, Selling Millions, and Burning Out - Jake Karls
Send us Fan Mail Jake Karls, co-founder of Mid-Day Squares, breaks down how to go viral, build a CPG brand, and scale a snack business from a condo kitchen to thousands of retail stores — all while surviving entrepreneurial burnout. In this episode, we unpack the real story behind viral…
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Eric Hinman on How Chasing Success Makes Most Men Miserable
Send us Fan Mail Why does chasing success make so many men miserable? In this episode of The Alchemist’s Library, Ryan sits down with Eric Hinman to talk about male ambition, self-improvement, entrepreneurship, social media, endurance training, wellness, personal branding, content creation, and...
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How to Actually Maximize Your 20s (Most People Get This Wrong)
Send us Fan Mail How to maximize your 20s, build mastery, and avoid wasting your most important decade, Ryan Ayala sits down with Kolby Kirschner to break down skill stacking, mentorship, environment design, and why most self-improvement advice keeps young men stuck. This conversation covers what...
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Josh Suggs - How This 23 Year Old Started a Street Interviewing Empire
Send us Fan Mail Josh Suggs went from walking 35,000 steps a day in Washington Square Park with a microphone to building Street Talk, a $9 million street interview agency with 94 employees — all before age 23. In this episode, Josh breaks down how he found product market fit in the content agency...
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Mold, IQ Maxxing, Getting Shredded w/ Noah Ryan
Send us Fan Mail Noah Ryan returns for his fourth appearance on The Alchemist's Library to break down the hidden dangers of mold illness, share his complete mold detox supplement protocol, and explain how to get shredded without destroying your metabolism. In this episode, we cover mold toxicity...
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Ecom, AI, & Scaling to 100k Months - TJ Bongiorno
Send us Fan Mail TJ Bongiorno of The Outgoing Co joins The Alchemist's Library to break down how he scaled his ecommerce brand past $100K months using Meta ads, landing pages, and a subscription-first business model. From bootstrapping his DTC supplement brand to rebranding from Ramp Health to...
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The Best Way to Make Money with AI in 2026 - David Reineke
Send us Fan Mail David Reineke, founder of Synthesis AI and former PayPal account executive, breaks down the best way to make money with AI in 2026 — from building an AI voice agent business to becoming a market maker in the age of artificial intelligence. In this conversation, David shares how…
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Jeremy Haynes Gives 5 Struggling Businesses a $1M/Month Plan
Send us Fan Mail Jeremy Haynes breaks down 5 real struggling business owners and delivers a custom roadmap to scale each one to $1 million a month. From a $90K/month ecommerce agency stuck on lead quality, to a burnt-out health coach, a brand-new SMMA, a functional medicine doctor with untapped...
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How to Make AI 100x Better at Marketing with Corey Haines
Send us Fan Mail Learn how to make AI 100x better at marketing using Claude Code skills — downloadable prompt frameworks that turn AI into an expert-level marketer for email marketing, SEO audits, copywriting, and automation. In this episode, Corey Haines, creator of the open-source Marketing...
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The Skills AI Is Killing (And What to Learn Instead)
Send us Fan Mail William Rivera scaled Ecom Degree to over $30 million using webinar funnels, personal branding, and paid ads — and now he's revealing which skills AI is making obsolete and what online business owners should learn instead. In this episode, we break down how AI tools like Manus,...
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How to Design Like a Creative Director With AI in 51 Minutes
Send us Fan Mail Learn how to use AI image generation tools like Midjourney, Nano Banana Pro, and Flora to create stunning visuals, thumbnails, product photography, and brand assets — all with a creative director's workflow. Jamey Gannon breaks down his exact process for mood boarding,...
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AI Expert: The Complete Guide to Understanding Openclaw
Send us Fan Mail OpenClaw is the most talked-about AI agent platform right now — but is it actually worth it for business owners? In this episode of The Alchemist's Library, Ryan sits down with Michael Ryaboy to give you the complete guide to understanding OpenClaw, how AI agents work, what…
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The Future Of Business (& the new MILLION dollar skill)
Send us Fan Mail How do you build and scale an online business when AI is replacing entire skill sets? The new million dollar skill isn't coding, copywriting, or media buying — it's assembly. Josh Gavin is 23 years old, has created over 800 low-ticket offers, and partners with 7- and 8-figure...
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Brute De Force, Ray Peat, & Business Building - Riley Lamont
Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Ryan and Riley delve into the intricacies of marketing, focusing on the art of offer creation, the psychology behind effective marketing strategies, and the unique challenges faced in high ticket health sales. They explore the allure of the info space,...
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Kayak's Founder: "This Is the #1 Skill Young People Need Right Now"
Send us Fan Mail Paul English discusses the transformative impact of AI on careers, emphasizing the need for individuals to become AI-native and embrace new technologies. He highlights the importance of networking, teamwork, and personal development while also addressing the potential job losses...
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The Speaking Expert: How To Speak Like a Genius
Send us Fan Mail Julian Treasure emphasizes the critical importance of listening as the foundation of effective communication. He discusses the communication skills pyramid, where listening forms the base, followed by speaking and presentation skills. Treasure introduces the four C's of…
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Stefan Georgie - The World's Best Marketer
Send us Fan Mail Stefan Georgie made $30M by age 23 and has scaled multiple 8-figure businesses. In this conversation, he reveals why AI is creating the biggest wealth transfer opportunity of our generation and why most people are missing it. The marketing world is being rewritten in real time.…
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Traver Boehm: You're Too Distracted to Live (Here's The Solution)
Send us Fan Mail Traver Boehm is an author, men's work facilitator, and founder of the Uncivilized movement. What would you do if you only had one year left to live? Traver Boehm actually did it—designing a radical 12-month social experiment that transformed everything. From spending 28 days in...
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College Sports are Out of Control (and nobody cares)
Send us Fan Mail Dan Furman is the Executive Director of NIL at the University of Louisville, a strategist at the intersection of college athletics, business, and modern influence. College sports are in the middle of a once-in-a-century shift. NIL has rewritten how athletes build their brands…
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How Mike Michalowicz Taught Me to Build a Business That Runs Itself
Send us Fan Mail Mike Michalowicz is a entrepreneur and author. How can entrepreneurs truly understand the dynamics of business success and failure? Many either overlook the importance of financial management or get overwhelmed by it, turning straightforward principles into complex challenges. So...
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Arlin Moore - My 30-Day “Do Nothing” Experiment Changed Everything
Send us Fan Mail Arlin Moore is an entrepreneur and creator exploring the intersection of consciousness, creativity, and business. From building communities and companies to diving deep into mysticism and self-realization, Arlin has been in a season of transformation, merging his spiritual...
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Health, Ecom, & The Long Game of Entrepreneurship
Send us Fan Mail My guest today is Nick Gilkey In this conversation, Nick shares his journey from struggling with ulcerative colitis to building a successful coaching business and now venturing into e-commerce. He discusses the importance of organic marketing, the challenges of paid advertising,...
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I Built Plunge: A $200 Million Business Selling Cold Plunges
Send us Fan Mail Ryan Duey is the co-founder and CEO of Plunge, one of the fastest-growing brands in wellness and recovery. After a near-fatal motorcycle accident in Thailand, Ryan’s life took a radical turn—from spiritual exploration to building a $200 million company redefining modern cold...
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How To Learn Any Skill So Fast It Feels Illegal with Scott Young
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Ryan Ayala sits down with Scott H. Young, the mastermind behind "Ultra Learning," to explore the art of mastering skills at lightning speed. Scott shares insights on breaking down complex learning into manageable pieces, the power of deliberate practice, and the...
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Making Money is On Easy Mode in 2025, Just Start a Personal Brand ft. Owen Nurminen
Send us Fan Mail My guest today is Owen Nurminen In this episode we explore how building a personal brand can transform business opportunities, offering insights into leveraging social media for growth. Owen shares his journey from struggling with outreach to receiving lucrative offers…
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POV: you're hangin w/ a 7 fig ecom founder Mason Kuhr
Send us Fan Mail Mason Kuhr is a an entrepreneur who delves into the intricacies of personal growth and business development. Mason shares his journey of self-discovery and the challenges of scaling a business while maintaining personal integrity. He explores the concept of unworthiness, the...
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POV: you're chillin w/ a 24 yr old who made millions from ai
Send us Fan Mail Alex Heiden, also known as NoCodeAlex, is a serial entrepreneur and a pioneer in the no-code movement. Learn about Alex's journey from creating his first company, Closify, to becoming a prominent figure in the no-code community. Expect to hear insights on the future of app...
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Aris Yeager "The European Kid" ON Gaining 2 Million Followers and The Startup Journey
Send us Fan Mail Aris Yeager known as the rich European kid on TikTok, shares his journey from creating a viral character to building a startup called Storytime. He discusses the importance of personal branding, networking, and the challenges of content creation. Aris emphasizes the need for...
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Wade Houston ON How He Escaped The Rat Race After Hitting Rock Bottom
Send us Fan Mail Wade Houston is a successful online coach and entrepreneur specializing in mindset, health, and business growth. After overcoming addiction and launching a fintech startup with Mastercard, he built 10X Health into a multi-seven-figure company. He now helps high-performers master...
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Charles Eisenstein on AI, Disconnection & the Death of Meaning
Send us Fan Mail Charles Eisenstein is a philosopher, author, and public speaker known for his deeply thoughtful explorations of civilization, consciousness, and human connection. With a background in mathematics and philosophy, Charles weaves together insights from systems thinking…
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He’s Fortune 500 CEOs’ Biggest Secret Weapon (The CEO Whisperer)
Send us Fan Mail Jerry Colonna is an executive coach, author, and co-founder of Reboot, a coaching and leadership development firm focused on helping entrepreneurs and executives grow through radical self-inquiry. Formerly a venture capitalist with Flatiron Partners, Jerry transitioned into...
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Why Poker Makes You a Better Thinker - Annie Duke on Decision Science
Send us Fan Mail Why Poker Makes You a Better Thinker - Annie Duke on Decision Science About the guest: Annie Duke is a decision strategist, author, and former professional poker player known for her expertise in cognitive science and decision-making under uncertainty. Originally pursuing a PhD…
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AI: The Untapped Goldmine - How to Win Big Before Everyone Else Catches On
Send us Fan Mail About the guest: Luke Thorburg is a digital advertising specialist and the founder of Thordigi Media, a firm dedicated to scaling businesses through strategic use of Facebook, TikTok, and Google Ads. Holding a data-focused master's degree from Saint Louis University, Luke applies...
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The $200M Story Behind HydroFlask - Travis Rosbach
Send us Fan Mail The $100M Story Behind HydroFlask - Travis Rosbach About the guest: Travis Rosbach is an entrepreneur, inventor, and the founder of Hydro Flask, the award-winning reusable water bottle company that redefined the drinkware industry. Prior to launching Hydro Flask, Rosbach worked…
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The Stoic Path to Actually Living with Massimo Pigliucci
Send us Fan Mail About the guest: Massimo Pigliucci is a philosopher, author, and professor of philosophy at the City College of New York, known for his work in both evolutionary biology and the modern Stoicism movement. He is the author of numerous books, including the acclaimed How to Be a…
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BREATHWORK: How This Ex-Pharmacist Found Healing That Money Can't Buy (Unlock Your Full Potential)
Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest is Niraj Naik - a former pharmacist turned holistic health pioneer. Connect with Niraj! https://www.instagram.com/nirajnaikofficial/?hl=en Connect with Us! https://www.instagram.com/alchemists.library/ https://twitter.com/RyanJAyala
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Bleacher Report's Founder on Building a 9-Figure Media Giant: Dave Nemetz
Send us Fan Mail Dave Nemetz is a media entrepreneur and digital innovator best known as the founder of Bleacher Report, a sports media powerhouse acquired by Turner Broadcasting for nearly $200 million. He also founded Inverse, a culture and science publication aimed at millennial and Gen Z...
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The Worlds MOST Interesting Man: Kevin Kelly
Send us Fan Mail The Worlds MOST Interesting Man Kevin Kelly Kevin Kelly is the founding executive editor of Wired and one of the world’s most original technology thinkers. He’s known for his optimistic, mind-bending takes on the future, from AI to the “Technium” — a living system of technology....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Alchemists Library is dedicated to the exploration of becoming one's best self. With the goal of achieving a clear mind, fit body, and a house full of love. Episodes centered around: Health, Wealth, and Wisdom. The ancient practice of alchemy was about turning lead to gold but the secret was that it was never about physical gold. The real art was in turning the self from lead to gold.
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Ryan Ayala
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