184 episodes
Beyond Curious ™ (formerly 7-Figure Millennials) Brandon Fong
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5.0 • 111 Ratings
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Curiosity alone won't change the world, but going Beyond Curious™ will.
The people that shape society are the explorers — the brave adventurers willing to take a voyage into the unknown to satisfy their curiosity, fulfill their purpose, and bring their ideas to life.
This is a show for those people.
The people that are relentlessly curious about themselves, their impact, their potential, the people they love, and the world around them.
The people who are CONSTANTLY asking themselves, “What if…”, “I wonder…”, “Why not…”, and pushing the boundaries of what is possible for themselves and for society at large.
Join me (Brandon Fong) as every week I interview pioneering adventurers who have dared to go Beyond Curious™.
Past guests have included NYT Bestselling authors, main stage TED speakers, 7-9 figure entrepreneurs...
... and even an occasional Olympian, NFL player, FBI hostage negotiator, hypnotist, drug dealer turned (legal) millionaire, decorated air force pilot, illusionist, Hollywood legend, Shark from Shark Tank, and even the man that invented the cell phone!
I'm grateful to say that the show achieved a top 2% global ranking out of the 2.8M+ global podcasts indexed by Listen Notes in 1 year after launching.
To hear the full story of how Beyond Curious™ was born and learn about the vision for the brand, listen to episode #140!
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#183: Co-Creating A Loving Entrepreneurial Family and Building an Aligned Life With Your Genius w/ Jeff & Jake Madoff
To this day, the most downloaded episode of the podcast is episode #45 with Jeff Madoff.
Jeff is an incredible human who has also had an inspiring career… some highlights include:
- Starting off as a fashion designer, being chosen as one of the top 10 designers in the U.S. and having 110 employees and two factories at age 22…
- Switching careers to film and video production — creating award winning commercials and documentaries for companies like Ralph Lauren, Victoria’s Secret, and Tiffany
- Authoring Creative Careers: Making a Living With Your Ideas based on the class he developed and teaches at Parsons School of Design, in NYC.
- Most recently, Jeff became a playwright and theater producer. His play “Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical”, is based on the life of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Lloyd Price
Anywho…
Since our recording in 2021, Jeff has become a dear friend and mentor (Leah and I saw his play when it came to Chicago!).
After one of our more recent catch ups, Jeff introduced me to his son, Jake, who is ranked in the top 1% of growth marketers, having worked with 100+ brands, and manages anywhere from $5K/mo - $2M/mo in monthly ad spend.
Jake and I had a great conversation, and it sparked an idea:
As many of you know, I became a dad in November 2023 and I have been thinking a lot about “entrepreneurial dadding”.
Being an entrepreneur is one thing…
Being a present and loving dad AND an entrepreneur is a WHOLE other thing…
It was clear in knowing Jeff and meeting Jake that they have a great relationship, and have BOTH built incredible careers out of what they love.
And thus a question formed:
What if I interviewed them together to talk about co-creating a loving entrepreneurial family… and also how to grow in your own entrepreneurial career while inspiring your kids to pursue their own passions?
So, if you haven’t guessed already… they loved the idea, and THAT is what we discussed on today’s episode!
If you’re someone who’s passionate about raising a loving family AND pursuing your passions, this is an episode you won’t want to miss 🙂
To learn more about Jeff and Jake, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/jeff-jake-madoff/ -
#182: Hiking 29,029 Feet In 36 Hours, How Money CAN Buy Happiness, & How You Can Go Big To Give Big w/ Randy Molland
Ever meet someone and instantly know you were going to be good friends?
Well, today I can’t wait to introduce you to one of those people for me — Randy Molland.
(Shoutout to Laura Di Franco for the intro!)
Randy is the founder of a movement called Go Big To Give Big — empowering visionary entrepreneurs to expand their impact and income through strategic philanthropy.
Not ONLY has Randy made some amazing introductions to future guests coming on the show (including Markus Kaulius, Micah LaCerte, and Sir Darren Jacklin) but he’s also shared concepts that have radically transformed my worldview.
I can’t WAIT for you to meet Randy and learn about his story.
Here’s a teaser of some of the things we talk about in today’s episode:
- How to use the “+2 Strategy” to transform your life (not hyperbole, this concept is changing everything for me and everyone I share it with… I’m redesigning big chunks of my life and business around this concept)
- How to go bigger with your goals so you can give bigger with your profits… and why businesses with giving initiatives outperform companies that don’t
- What Randy learned from hiking 29,029 feet in 36 hours (the height of Mt. Everest) and how he spent $50 on ice cream to make a MASSIVE impact
If you’re someone who’s passionate about making a difference in the world and becoming a transformed human in the process, this is an episode for you!
To learn more about Randy, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/randy-molland/ -
#181: From Escaping The Gulf War & Spending His Childhood Summers In Mumbai Slums → Bootstrapping a $10M/yr Company By Leveraging Community… w/ Lloyed Lobo
Imagine being 8 years old and waking up to your mom telling you that you don’t have to go to school today.
YAY!
Now imagine that the reason you don’t have to go to school isn’t because it’s a snow day…
… but because your country is at war.
This is Lloyed Lobo’s story.
Lloyed experienced the Gulf War as a young refugee in Kuwait, and grew up visiting the slums of Mumbai.
Surprisingly, BOTH of those experiences are things that Lloyed has transformed into positive experiences.
Lloyed’s experiences in the slums and in war taught him about the power of community.
Eventually, Lloyd (out of instinct) found himself as an entrepreneur and eventually leveraged his community building skill sets to bootstrap a $10M company.
Insane.
If you’re someone who’s a sucker for a good “underdog story” and wants to learn how to build community, this is an episode for you!
To learn more about Lloyed, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/lloyed-lobo/ -
#180: Getting Curious About DIRT… And Then Making Millions From It w/ Mark Podolsky
Mark Podolsky is considered the country’s most trusted and foremost authority on buying and selling…
… dirt.
Yep, you read that right.
Mark has literally made millions (and helped countless others to make money) selling raw, undeveloped land within the United States.
But, as with any entrepreneur’s journey, Mark’s path was NOT easy.
For example:
In 2010, Mark hit a low point where he had to short-sell his million-dollar house.
He went from a 4,500-square-foot home and luxury cars to a 1,700-square-foot rental.
BUT…
It was because of this journey that Mark recognized that he was looking for his happiness in all the wrong places.
This is an EPIC conversation with a deeply curious and connected entrepreneur, and I can’t wait for you to listen!
To learn more about Mark, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/mark-podolsky/ -
#179: From Cashing In His Wife’s 401(k) To Stay Afloat → Changing How The World Networks… w/ Donnie Boivin
Donnie Boivin became an entrepreneur at age 40 after he got slapped in the face.
Okay, not literally…
But Donnie was having dinner with a business partner when his partner said, “Donnie, thank God you are my retirement plan…”
Even though his partner meant it as a compliment, Donnie realized that he had spent his whole life building someone ELSE’S retirement plan.
15 days later, he started his company.
Several months later, things weren’t going so hot.
Eventually, he had to ask if his wife would be willing to cash in her 401(k) just to stay afloat…
Not fun.
But despite this crazy journey, today Donnie is the CEO of Success Champion Networking where he’s on a mission to change how the world networks.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why Donnie, an ex-marine, stared at himself in the bathroom mirror and said “I love you” to himself, and why I actually decided to do the same
- How you can transform your entrepreneurial journey into a powerful self-discovery tool
- The “The Steve Jobs Task Evaluation Technique” Donnie used to step into his role as a CEO
To learn more about Donnie, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/donnie-boivin/ -
#178: Content Creation Lessons From Tae Kwon Do & How To Heal Emotional Wounds Through Sharing Your Stories w/ Laura Di Franco
One day, Laura Di Franco received a FB Messenger request from a stranger:
Hey Laura,
I read your “Mind Body Green” blog and loved it. I was wondering if you had any other links for me to read…. I'm a mom of 5, and I've been struggling a little bit with some depression.
Not only did Laura respond, but she ended up writing a blog post about self care and dedicated it anonymously to Shirley.
After reading the outpouring of support in both the post and in the comments, Shirley ended up overcoming her depression and sharing her journey in her own writing.
But here’s the crazy part:
Eventually, Shirley confided to Laura that she was in the process of writing a suicide note to her husband and 5 children when she sent that FB message…
… and it was because of what Laura did that she finally didn’t feel alone anymore.
Friends…
Your words, your content, your stories have the power to save lives.
And THAT is what this episode is all about.
Laura Di Franco is the CEO of Brave Healer Productions.
She has personally authored 13 books, and her company has published over 74 Amazon bestselling books with a global community of over 1,000 authors.
Not only will you learn how YOU can start sharing your stories to create an impact, but you’ll also learn a BUNCH of other nuggets along the way, including…
- Why Laura has a feather tattoo with the initials “YFIB” engraved, and what that has to do with helping you to embrace your fear
- How to make a “yes” or “no” decision when you are unsure of the answer
- What Laura has learned about healing and content creation along her journey of becoming a 3rd degree black belt
… and so much more.
To learn more about Laura, visit https://gobeyondcurious.com/podcast/laura-di-franco/
Customer Reviews
nsightful, Engaging, and Truly Beyond
As an avid listener of the "Beyond Curious Podcast," I am consistently impressed by the depth and quality of content Brandon Fong brings to each episode. Brandon has a unique talent for delving deep into a wide array of topics, effortlessly guiding the conversation in a way that is both enlightening and entertaining. His curiosity is infectious, and it's clear he's passionate about exploring new ideas and perspectives.
What sets this podcast apart is Brandon's ability to connect with his guests on a genuine level, extracting nuggets of wisdom and actionable insights that listeners can apply in their own lives. Whether it's discussing entrepreneurship, personal development, or the latest innovations, Brandon ensures each episode is packed with value.
As someone who appreciates thought-provoking content, I find "Beyond Curious" to be a standout in the podcast world. Brandon's skillful interviewing and the diversity of topics covered make each episode a unique and enriching experience. It's a podcast that not only piques your curiosity but also feeds it.
To anyone looking for a podcast that combines meaningful conversations with real-world insights, I highly recommend "Beyond Curious." It's a journey of learning and discovery that you don't want to miss. Kudos to Brandon for creating such a remarkable platform.
Brandon is Beyond Amazing!!!
Beyond Curious with Brandon Fong is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts! It's not just another show; it's a thrilling adventure into the minds of society's most impactful individuals. Brandon masterfully navigates conversations with a diverse array of guests, from NYT Bestselling authors to an NFL player, and even the inventor of the cell phone! Each episode is a deep dive into the power of curiosity and its role in driving extraordinary achievements. The stories are not only inspiring but also a call to action to push our boundaries and explore the 'what ifs' of our own lives. If you're looking to be inspired, to learn, and to expand your understanding of what's possible, 'Beyond Curious' is your go-to podcast. Brandon's passion, combined with the caliber of his guests, makes every episode a must-listen!
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I was struggling with trying to get some clarity on vision for the direction of my new business venture. Listening to several of your podcasts REALLY helped me get the clarity I needed. I am now taking the next steps because of what I learned listening to these podcasts (especially # 71). Thanks Brandon!!!