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179: Delegate to Elevate: Scaling Through Talent & Systems with Kasim Aslam

Release Date: 10/31/2025

193: Hedge Fund Analyst: The Corporate System is Designed to Enslave You with Alex Feinberg

The Modern Man Podcast

In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, host Ted Phaeton sits down with former professional athlete and hedge fund analyst Alex Feinberg to deconstruct the "Success Trap" facing modern professionals. Alex shares his journey from the stress of elite athletics to the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley and high finance, where he discovered the "writing on the wall": the global economy is designed to maximize your output while minimizing your freedom. They deep-dive into the Triple Seven Framework—the ultimate benchmark for integrated success: 7 hours of sleep, a 7-minute mile, and 7...

192: The Uncomfortable Truth: Why 90% of Men Are Failing ( How To Be The Top 10%) w/ Kirk Kappelhof

The Modern Man Podcast

Science reveals that enjoying your habits might be shrinking your brain. Here is the neuroscience of the AMCC and why 90% of modern men are physically and mentally weaker than their grandfathers. In this episode of The Modern Man, we sit down with a High-Performance Strategist to decode the biological and sociological crisis facing men today. We break down the Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC)—the specific area of the brain responsible for willpower—and why new research suggests that "doing what you love" might be killing your resilience. If you feel like you are working harder but...

191: The Regenerative Expert: "You Are Full Of 'Zombie Cells'!" (How To Delete Them) with Dr. Rhee

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Is your doctor lying to you about recovery? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tommy Rhee, the former team doctor for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a pioneer in regenerative medicine. We uncover the dark side of "traditional" pain management—why cortisone shots, ice, and pain killers might actually be accelerating your aging process and destroying your joints. We dive deep into the breakthrough science of "Zombie Cells" (Senescence), how to lengthen your telomeres to reverse biological aging, and the new topical stem cell technology (Regen) that is saving NFL careers without a single...

190: The "Silent Crisis with David McLain & Jamal Jones

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The unspoken reality of being a widower, a single father, and a man trying to find love again. In this episode, I sit down with David McClain and Jamal Jones, hosts of the powerful podcast Getting Back Up. Both men lost their wives to cancer and were left to raise their children alone. They reveal the brutal truths about grief that most men are too afraid to admit—from the anger you feel at your late spouse for leaving you, to the guilt of removing their furniture to reclaim your home. If you are struggling with loss, navigating single fatherhood, or feeling guilty about moving on, this...

189: How to Exit Your 9-5 in 18 Months (The "No-Bank" Real Estate Strategy)

The Modern Man Podcast

Are you an ambitious professional feeling overworked and ready to reclaim 10-20 hours of your week? In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton sits down with real estate mogul Chris Prefontaine to break down the exact real estate strategy you need to exit your 9-5 and achieve financial freedom without ever stepping foot in a bank. Chris reveals his "Three Paydays" framework—a proven system for creative real estate investing that uses owner financing and principal-only payments to build passive income and long-term wealth. If you’re a family-oriented leader looking for...

188: Fortune 500 Coach: The "Success" Lie That Is Killing Men! Stop Being A Robot! with Rob K.

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You achieved the money, the car, and the title... so why do you feel empty? In this episode, I sit down with Rob Kalwarowsky, an MIT-trained engineer turned elite executive coach who has worked with everyone from Olympic Gold Medalists to Fortune 500 executives. But before the success, Rob was "The Robot"—a high-achiever who saved his company tens of millions of dollars while secretly battling a toxic work environment that led him to a suicide attempt. We uncover the "Success Lie" that keeps men isolated, overworked, and unfulfilled. Rob reveals the "DIY Mask" that caps your business...

187: I Was A Heroin Addict (The 30-Hour Bus Ride That Saved Me) with Jesse Todisco

The Modern Man Podcast

Jesse Todisco was a successful salesman by day and a heroin addict by night. Then came the 30-hour bus ride that changed everything. In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, I sit down with Jesse Todisco—author of From Heroin to Healer—to discuss the dark reality of high-functioning addiction and the "impossible" journey of recovery. Jesse opens up about breaking the cycle of generational trauma, the truth about quitting cold turkey, and the profound Ayahuasca experience where he reconnected with his deceased daughter. If you feel stuck, numb, or like you are repeating your...

186: The Biblical Blueprint To Building Wealth (It’s Not What You Think)with Bishop Foreman

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Does God want you to be rich? In this episode, Bishop Kevin Foreman reveals the biblical blueprint for building wealth and challenges the controversial idea that "Jesus was poor." If you are a man of faith who feels conflicted about chasing financial success, this conversation will change your life. Bishop Foreman—a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, author, and pastor—breaks down why poverty is not holiness, how to use the "Divine Download" strategy to scale your business, and the exact steps to go from surviving to thriving. We also dive deep into overcoming childhood trauma,...

185:Tech Founder: "We Are Connected Online, But Dying Alone with Bryan Kaplan

The Modern Man Podcast

1 in 4 men are suffering from loneliness, yet we are more "connected" online than ever before. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Kaplan, founder of VRV Athletics, to explore the silent epidemic of male isolation and the psychological reasons why men struggle to make friends as adults. We dive deep into the "Side-by-Side" bonding rule, why apps like Bumble BFF fail for men, and the life-changing "Glass Ball Theory" that every entrepreneur and father needs to hear to balance their business without destroying their marriage. If you are feeling isolated in a new city, struggling to find...

184: AI Founder: "Men Are Becoming Obsolete" (The Truth About AI & Dating)

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Is artificial intelligence making men obsolete? In this episode, AI Founder and Deep Technologist Arthur Corvin-Powles reveals the terrifying truth about the "4th Big Bang" and why humanity might only have 2 years left before we are reined in by a superior intelligence. We discuss the dark side of modern convenience: how "cheap dopamine" is destroying our ability to court women, why social media is isolating us, and the "Wall-E" future where humans become nothing more than pampered pets to a digital system. If you are feeling unfulfilled, addicted to instant gratification, or worried about the...

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In this episode of the Modern Man Podcast, host Ted Phaeton engages with entrepreneur Kasim Aslam, who shares his journey of building multiple successful businesses and the challenges that come with sustaining interest in them. They discuss the importance of finding purpose beyond financial success, the role of education in achieving one's goals, and the significance of identifying problems for success. Kasim emphasizes the value of reading both fiction and non-fiction to enhance understanding and creativity in business. The conversation also touches on the desire to give back to the community and the importance of waking up early to maximize productivity.

Takeaways

Kasim Aslam emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in entrepreneurship.
The journey of building businesses often leads to a loss of interest once they succeed.
Finding a purpose beyond financial success is crucial for long-term fulfillment.
Chasing money early in life can provide the freedom to explore passions later.
Education is a key factor in achieving success and building a legacy.
Identifying problems is more valuable than simply solving them for others.
Reading fiction can enhance understanding of human behavior and motivation.
Non-fiction books condense years of experience into digestible insights.
Building a community and giving back can create a meaningful impact.
The importance of waking up early to maximize productivity and creativity.

Chapters

01:10 – Introduction to the Modern Man Podcast
02:49 – Kasim Aslam: The Business Builder
07:37 – The Challenge of Sustaining Interest
12:37 – Finding Purpose Beyond Financial Success
18:10 – The Inevitability of Success
24:39 – Literature and Philosophy in Business
26:03 – Identifying Problems: The Key to Success
29:02 – The Power of Conceptual Thinking
30:43 – The Role of Curiosity and Inspiration
34:39 – Understanding People Through Fiction
36:53 – The Legacy of Education and Entrepreneurship
41:21 – Pareto Talent: Leveraging the 80-20 Rule

Aslam’s Links

Website: kasimaslam.com

LinkedIn: kasimaslam

YouTube: kasimaslam

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Instagram: kasimaslam

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