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The Journey Podcast
by Zachary Cummings, Jake Moscato, and John Scafiddi Jr.
The Journey Podcast hosted by Zach Cummings and John Scafiddi Jr where we explore the various aspects of personal development, self-improvement, mental health, and pursuing your dreams. Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation, and share inspiring stories and insights from individuals who have overcome challenges, faced adversity, and achieved success in their personal and professional lives. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues, seeking to improve your relationships, or looking to pursue your passion, this is the pod for you!
Episodes
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9 Years Sober: The Most Dangerous Addiction Isn't Drugs... It's LOVE
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zachary Cummings sits down with Fausto, a recovery counselor with 9 years of sobriety, to uncover the hidden connection between childhood trauma, addiction, and codependency. Fausto shares his journey from drug and alcohol addiction at just 14 years old to...
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“I Was Dope Sick While Filming” — Austin Shepard Opens Up About His Relapse
Love Island’s Austin Shepard returns to The Journey Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about what really happened after reality TV, his relapse, addiction, and the dark side of sudden fame. Austin opens up about his struggles with fentanyl, Xanax, kratom, detox, rehab, and sobriety, including...
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“Pretty Girls Love Parker” — Why Men HATE His Dating Advice
Parker Lanosa joins Zach Cummings on The Journey Podcast for a conversation about faith, modern dating, masculinity, relationships, success, and the story behind the person people see online. Parker opens up about being diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a child, how his family leaned heavily on…
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Your Partner Could Be Emotionally Cheating With AI
AI is changing dating, relationships, friendships, and even the way people deal with loneliness.. but how far is too far? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zach and John break down the rise of AI companionship, ChatGPT relationship advice, emotional cheating with AI, AI therapy, and people...
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The Lindsay Clancy Case: Mental Illness or Murder?
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zachary Cummings and John Scafiddi Jr. break down the Lindsay Clancy case, the debate surrounding postpartum psychosis, mental health, criminal responsibility, and accountability after the deaths of her three children. We discuss whether severe mental…
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This Generation Will Have the MOST SINGLE MEN Ever
Modern dating has changed, but has it actually made finding love easier? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zach and John break down the difference between a woman you date and a woman you marry, why so many men are staying single, and what men actually consider wife material. They discuss...
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He Was 10 Days Away From The Love Island Finale... Then Producers Woke Him Up | Josh Goldy
Josh Goldy opens up about the devastating moment he was pulled aside on Love Island just days before the finale and learned that his sister, the person who secretly signed him up for the show, had passed away. We talk about grief and loss, overcoming trauma, heartbreak, betrayal, personal growth,...
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The Green Flags Men Actually Want in Women (Most Women Won’t Like This)
What are the biggest green flags in women that men actually notice when dating? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we break down wife material, what men want in women, relationship green flags, dating standards, communication, loyalty, male friends, and the qualities that make a healthy...
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9 Quotes That Could Save Your Next Relationship
In this episode of The Journey Podcast we break down 9 quotes about love, relationships, faith, friendship, and life that completely changed the way we look at the people around us. We talk about why the right person can sometimes feel wrong, why we push away people who genuinely love us, and why...
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The Psychology Behind Wanting Someone Who Doesn’t Want You
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! Why do we want people who don’t want us, romanticize the relationships that hurt us most, and keep dating the same person in a different body? In this episode, we break down the psychology behind modern dating, situationships, toxic relationships, emotional...
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Why Men Should Stop Rushing Into Marriage
At 36, Johnny Persón is single, income, has no kids—and refuses to build a life with the wrong person just to follow society’s timeline. In this episode, Johnny joins Zach and John on The Journey Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about modern dating, dating apps, relationship…
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Michael Porter Jr. on Modern Dating, His Relationship With God & Unfiltered NBA Talk
Michael Porter Jr. joins The Journey Podcast for an open, unfiltered conversation about modern dating, his relationship with God, and life inside the NBA. MPJ reflects on falling from a projected number-one pick after his back injuries, rebuilding his entire game, winning a championship with...
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Kenny Rodriguez Breaks His Silence, The Leaked Texts, & What Actually Happened
In his first solo podcast, Love Island USA Season 6 star Kenny Rodriguez sits down with Zachary Cummings on The Journey Podcast to finally tell his story in his own words. Kenny opens up about growing up in the South Bronx, entering the villa as a bombshell and how his life changed almost…
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Why Toxic Relationships Feel So Addictive | The Truth About Love, Lust, & Modern Dating
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we talk about the difference between love, lust, attraction, potential, and real emotional connection. The conversation gets honest about why s*x can keep people stuck in the wrong relationships, why we fall in love with who someone could be instead of who...
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The Relationship Lesson Most People Learn Too Late | JB Copeland
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, JB Copeland joins Zachary Cummings and John Scafiddi for a raw conversation about relationships, self sabotage, men's mental health, addiction, heartbreak, vulnerability, and personal growth.JB opens up about hitting rock bottom, battling addiction, losing...
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The Best Rapper Of All Time, Knicks Viral Freestyle & Drake vs Kendrick | Lil Dee
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast At just 21 years old, Brooklyn rapper Lil Dee is on a mission to bring New York hip hop back.In this episode, we dive into the state of rap today, the greatest rappers of all time, Drake vs Kendrick, Jay-Z's influence on hip hop, why New York no longer runs the...
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This Is Why Gen Z Is Depressed
What happens when a 29-year-old podcaster sits down with a 19-year-old Christian influencer who's trying to save an entire generation?In this powerful conversation, Zachary Cummings and Liam Gimig dive deep into faith, masculinity, purpose, mental health, social media addiction, modern culture,...
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Neel TPT Built A $500 Million Watch Empire
Neel TPT joins me for one of the most eye opening conversations on the luxury watch world, celebrity clients, money, success, discipline, and the mindset it takes to build a $500 million watch empire. From selling million dollar Richard Mille watches to working with the biggest streamers and...
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Everything You Thought Was Acceptable Is Wrong | Vincent Fischer
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Vincent Fischer opens up about masculinity, discipline, purpose, relationships, mental health, and the harsh truths modern men need to hear. From losing his father at just 8 years old to becoming a millionaire entrepreneur by 22, Vincent explains why…
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I Cheated On National TV... Then I Got Cheated On | Grant Larsen (Temptation Island)
Temptation Island star Grant Larsen opens up about the cheating scandal with Ashley that made him one of the most hated men on the internet. In this raw conversation, Grant breaks down what really happened after Temptation Island, the backlash from millions online, heartbreak, toxic…
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If You Feel Stuck In Life... Watch This
Liam Fitzgerald opens up about the darkest period of his life, from alcohol abuse, toxic relationships, and almost throwing everything away, to rebuilding himself through discipline, fitness, sobriety, and purpose. Liam shares the reality of heartbreak, social media fame, masculinity, self...
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Why Success Makes Dating Harder Than You Think
Why does dating get harder the more successful you become and does money actually make you happier? In this episode, we break down the reality of leveling up, from building wealth and realizing money doesn’t fix everything to what really changes once you make it. We also dive into women in...
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The Truth About The P*rn Industry (It's Not What You Think)
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! Today, Teddy Tarantino shares his raw story of addiction, starting drugs at 12, selling at 13, and smoking crack at 14. He breaks down the reality of drug addiction, the mindset of an addict, and what it actually takes to get clean. After getting sober at 17,...
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Why Miami Is The Most Toxic City In America
Miami sells a dream...money, girls, status, nonstop nightlife but almost none of it is real. In this episode of The Journey Podcast, a Miami promoter breaks down what actually goes on behind the scenes, from fake wealth and rented lifestyles to the dark reality of drugs, loneliness, and people...
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Why Toxic Relationships Feel Better Than Healthy Ones
Most people don’t want to admit this… but healthy love can feel boring. In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we break down why so many people are addicted to toxic relationships, why chaos feels exciting, and why peace can feel uncomfortable. We dive into real conversations around love vs...
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"Men Are Lost!" Andrew Tate’s Lawyer Exposes Why Society Wants Weak Men
In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Tate’s lawyer Joe McBride to break down what’s really happening in society today. From the attack on masculinity to why so many men feel lost, we dive deep into the truth about the justice system, modern culture, and the role of God in a man’s life.Joe...
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Ian Bick Shares The Unwritten Rules About Prison
Ian Bick returns to The Journey Podcast for one of our most eye-opening episodes yet. Ian built a media empire from scratch after serving time in federal prison and today he breaks down exactly what life inside is really like, what the criminal justice system gets wrong, and how he turned his…
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Men Keep Getting This Wrong (And It's Costing Them)
Modern dating is broken and most men don’t even realize what they’re doing wrong. In this episode, we break down the biggest dating mistakes men make, why women lose attraction, and how modern relationships have completely changed. From being “too nice” to failing women’s subconscious tests, this...
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The Real Reason NELK Never Fell Apart
Jimmy Gambles from NELK / Full Send joins The Journey Podcast to reveal what life is really like behind the scenes of one of the biggest YouTube brands in the world. Jimmy talks about how Kyle Forgeard built NELK, the leadership that keeps the team together, wild stories with SteveWillDoIt, crazy...
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Alex G Talks Superbowl Streak, Stevewilldoit, and Being Wanted In Brazil
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Alex G shares the insane story behind streaking the Super Bowl for the second time and how the stunt became one of the most viral marketing moments on the internet. Alex also talks about his experiences hanging around creators like SteveWillDoIt, Togi, Jake...
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When to Leave a Relationship: 5 Signs It’s Finally Time to Go
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast. In this episode, we tackle the "Comfort Trap" and the psychological reality of knowing when a relationship is truly over. We dive deep into the concept of Death by 1,000 Cuts, exploring why men often stay for security while their partners may have emotionally...
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The Morning Routine That Saved My Life | Michael Chernow
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Michael Chernow shares his full story — from childhood trauma and addiction to overdosing on heroin and completely rebuilding his life through discipline, faith, and sobriety. He opens up about the moment that forced him to change, the routine that saved…
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If You Struggle With Addiction Watch This
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast. If you or someone you love struggles with addiction, this conversation could change how you see recovery forever. In this powerful episode, Juliet Warner shares her journey through addiction, rehab, relapse, motherhood, and sobriety. She also speaks the truth...
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What AI, Rage Bait, and Social Media Are Doing to the Human Mind
In this episode, we break down how AI, algorithms, and social media are quietly rewiring how humans think. We talk about rage-bait content, OnlyFans culture, algorithm-driven extremes, and why authenticity no longer wins online. This conversation explores how attention is being manipulated, how...
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Netflix Star Jade Shenker Talks Money, Dating, & Opens Up About Her Father
In this episode, Jade Shenker from Netflix’s Owning Manhattan opens up about her father’s battle with dementia and how it deeply impacted her view on family, responsibility, and time. She talks about becoming a disruptor in New York City commercial real estate under Ryan Serhant and why she...
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Why Jake Left The Podcast..
Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! In this episode Zach and Jake sit down and have an honest conversation about why he left the podcast. The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod INSTAGRAM...
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The #1 Problem With Modern Dating
Modern dating feels harder than ever — and it’s not because people don’t want love. In this episode, we break down the #1 problem with modern dating, why commitment feels risky, and how endless options, fear of vulnerability, and dopamine-driven habits are quietly destroying real connection....
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Why Trauma Makes Love Feel Unsafe | Dr. John Delony
In this powerful conversation, Dr. John Delony breaks down why love doesn’t feel safe for so many people — and how unresolved trauma quietly shapes our relationships, attachment styles, and emotional responses. We talk about why people crave connection but pull away when love gets real, how the...
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This Conversation Will Change How You Enter 2026
As we close one year and step into the next, this conversation goes deeper than goals, motivation, or New Year’s resolutions. We talk honestly about letting go of the old version of yourself, why growth often feels lonely, and the uncomfortable truth that real change requires real loss. If you’ve...
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Vincent Gigante Opens Up About The Breakup And His Mental Health
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Vincent Gigante sits down for an honest conversation about the realities of internet fame, anxiety, and growing up in the public eye. He opens up about the public breakup, his seizure, and the pressure of being constantly watched while trying to figure...
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Prosciutto Papi Opens Up About His Life, Mark Wahlberg, & NY vs Boston
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we sit down with Prosciutto Papi to hear the real story behind his rise from a tough Boston upbringing to working alongside Mark Wahlberg. Raised by his grandmother while both of his parents battled addiction, Prosciutto Papi opens up about growing up fast,...
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Charlie From Love Island Finally Tells His Story
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we sit down with Charlie from Love Island USA for an honest conversation about life before and after the villa.Charlie opens up about mental health, feeling lost before the show, accountability, and how real change had to start internally long before…
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How Men REALLY Feel After The Breakup
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! We open up about heartbreak, trust issues, friendship, purpose, and the fear of loving again. From the pain of losing someone you…
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Zak From Love Island Finally Breaks His Silence
In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Zak from Love Island finally opens up about the childhood trauma, loss, and emotional numbness that shaped him long before reality TV. From growing up in Thailand with nothing, to losing the people he loved most, to building emotional walls he still...
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How Rock Bottom Can Save Your Life | Wade Houston
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Wade Houston’s story doesn’t sound real — but it is.From prep school athlete to cocaine dealer… from robbing people at gunpoint to hearing God’s voice on a Miami street. He...
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Elan Opens Up About Love Island, Mental Health, And Relationships
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shopEXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Elan from Love Island joins The Journey Podcast to open up about what life is really like behind the cameras — from being a Casa boy to finding purpose after the show. In…
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You Don't Need Millions Of Views To Get Rich On YouTube | ChampTGram
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Champ T Gram reveals how creators can turn YouTube into a full-time business without chasing viral views. He breaks down the mindset and funnel strategy that helped him...
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The Untold Story Of Corey Sanders
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Welcome back to The Journey Podcast, today I got to sit down with high school basketball phenom Corey Sanders. Corey was one of the most explosive polarizing players in the...
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I Let Go Of Everything..That's When I Found Peace | Arlin Moore
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shopEXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! In this episode, Arlin Moore opens up about losing everything he once thought defined him — money, success, and control — and how that...
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How Overthinking Destroys Relationships (And What Actually Saves Them)
The Journey Podcast Merch https://thejourneypodcast.shop EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODES https://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPod Welcome back to The Journey Podcast, we dive deep into how overthinking silently destroys relationships and what it actually takes to save them. From anxiety, insecurity…
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The Journey Podcast hosted by Zach Cummings and John Scafiddi Jr where we explore the various aspects of personal development, self-improvement, mental health, and pursuing your dreams. Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation, and share inspiring stories and insights from individuals who have overcome challenges, faced adversity, and achieved success in their personal and professional lives. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues, seeking to improve your relationships, or looking to pursue your passion, this is the pod for you!
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