Believe Bolder | Crafting a Life of Joy
Hosted by Scott Griffin, the Believe Bolder podcast is a dynamic platform dedicated to exploring the power of self-belief through the lens of the world's most successful entrepreneurs. This inspiring series delves into the mindsets, strategies, and personal journeys of visionary business leaders who have transformed their bold beliefs into extraordinary achievements. This show is hosted by Scott Griffin the #1 Rated Mortgage Broker in LA, past date President of California Association of Mortgage Professionals, CAMP, and host of the nationally televised show, Financing the American Dream.
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Clint Jordan: Proof That You’re One Decision Away From a New Life
11/21/2025
Clint Jordan: Proof That You’re One Decision Away From a New Life
What if your entire life could change from one single decision? For Clint Jordan, it did — and the ripple effect was extraordinary. Clint Jordan spent nearly 22 years serving as a military firefighter in the Air Force, committed to a 30-year plan he believed would define his entire life. But one unexpected email and one life-changing conversation with his daughter forced him to make the hardest pivot he had ever faced. What followed is a story about rebuilding from nothing, choosing family over familiarity, and discovering what becomes possible when you finally decide you are worth betting on. Today Clint is a national TV host, the founder of Mill Estate, and a leader who has built a full community around supporting veterans. His journey is raw, bold, and filled with the kind of truth that wakes you up to your own potential. His playbook turns connection into visibility and puts real people and real estate at center stage. This is where you will want to hit rewind. You will hear: • How a single assignment to Guam changed Clint’s entire life direction • The decision to retire early from the military and start over at zero • Why surrounding yourself with the right people is the unlock to everything • Turning pain into purpose and building Mill Estate from the ground up • The mindset shift that made Clint unstoppable in business and life Watch on YouTube: Connect with Clint Jordan: Instagram: LinkTree: Facebook: TikTok: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We are building something special at . Join us. Do not forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week.
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Never Lose Money Again: Tucker Watkins’ Guide to Safe Wealth
11/14/2025
Never Lose Money Again: Tucker Watkins’ Guide to Safe Wealth
The best financial lesson you’ll ever learn won’t come from a spreadsheet — it comes from a story. And Tucker Watkins’ story will change the way you think about money, protection, and the people you love. For 35 years, Tucker rose to the very top of Ameriprise, managing more than 160 million dollars for hundreds of families and earning national recognition. But his success didn’t start in a corner office. It started with tragedy. After losing his father at fifty seven with no life insurance in place, Tucker watched his mother fight to survive financially for forty years — an experience that shaped everything he teaches today. In this unforgettable conversation, Tucker shares the strategies he wishes he had learned 38 years ago — strategies that protect your home, your family, your future, and your sleep. He breaks down complex financial ideas into simple, empowering truths and gives you clear steps to start protecting your life today. Here’s what you’ll want to hit rewind on. You’ll hear: • The family tragedy that redefined Tucker’s purpose and the financial gap too many families still face • How he built a referral-only practice by hosting 57 dinner seminars in one year • Why “lazy money” is costing you more than you think and how to put your dollars to intelligent, protected work • The safest way to grow money tax-free without losing to market drops • The three actions Tucker believes every person should take today to protect their financial future Watch on YouTube: Connect with Tucker Watkins: Website: LinkedIn: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Don’t Go It Alone: Mastering Visibility with Marisa Vallbona
11/07/2025
Don’t Go It Alone: Mastering Visibility with Marisa Vallbona
Don’t Go It Alone: Mastering Visibility with Marisa Vallbona If you want to play in the big leagues, you can’t do it alone. PR is how great ideas become visible, credible, and scalable—and award-winning publicist Marisa Vallbona shows exactly how to make it work. From top-tier placements to crisis control, Marisa breaks down the difference between paid ads, earned media, and what actually grows a brand. Marisa Vallbona is the founder of CIM Inc PR, a nationally recognized public relations firm. She’s spent 30+ years building newsroom relationships, landing clients in outlets like The Wall Street Journal and Newsweek, and guiding leaders through high-stakes storytelling—launches, thought leadership, and crisis communications. Here’s where you’ll want to lean in: • Why earned media creates third-party credibility you can’t buy • The exact moment to bring PR in (hint: before the grand opening) • How to repurpose press for SEO, social, and sales momentum • Social media musts: consistency, video, and voice (no scripts!) • Crisis playbook basics: own the narrative, move fast, work with legal • The five moves to stop “playing small” and start playing bigger Watch on YouTube: Connect with Marisa Vallbona / CIM Inc PR: LinkedIn (Marisa): Website (CIM): YouTube (CIM): Facebook (CIM): Instagram (CIM): Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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From Fear to Fearless with Scott Hillenbrand
10/31/2025
From Fear to Fearless with Scott Hillenbrand
Fear is the one thing we all face — but what happens when we stop letting it decide what’s possible? Scott Hillenbrand joins Scott Griffin to share how he’s turned fear into a lifelong teacher, from the unpredictable world of Hollywood filmmaking to leading top-performing real estate teams in Los Angeles. His story is proof that believing bigger isn’t about avoiding failure — it’s about learning from it, listening deeply, and surrounding yourself with people who dream as boldly as you do. Here’s where you’ll want to lean in: • Why failure is never final — it’s feedback • The courage it takes to move from fear to fearless • How surrounding yourself with dreamers changes everything • The three keys to authentic growth: curiosity, consistency, and service • What real leadership sounds like when it starts with listening Watch on YouTube: Connect with Scott Hillenbrand: Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Turning Ideas into Impact with Ashley Fumiko Dominguez
10/24/2025
Turning Ideas into Impact with Ashley Fumiko Dominguez
The difference between a dream and real impact? How you show up when the world says no. Ashley Fumiko Dominguez has spent nearly two decades translating bold ideas into real-world results — from Capitol Hill to cutting-edge innovation. As a federal advocate and co-creator of DreamPad AI, she bridges strategy, communication, and empathy to turn vision into action. Her story is a masterclass in leading with kindness, earning trust “by drops,” and reframing challenges into opportunities to grow. Here’s where you’ll want to lean in: • How research, storytelling, and empathy open doors that “no” can’t close • The secret to turning conflict into connection (and keeping integrity intact) • Why “fall seven, get up eight” is the mindset behind lasting success • How DreamPad AI helps us see possibility everywhere • The art of believing bolder — and leading with kindness Watch on YouTube: DreamPad AI – 1 month free with code BELIEVE https://www.dreampad-ai.com Ashley shared a special gift for our listeners! If you’re like her and have trouble visualizing your space, find yourself Pinterest-dreaming late into the night, or spending half your workday on Zillow, you’re in luck. She’s giving you one free month of DreamPad AI — just use the code BELIEVE at checkout at DreamPad-AI dot com. Connect with Ashley: Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Louis Esbin Reveals How to Reset When Life Falls Apart
10/17/2025
Louis Esbin Reveals How to Reset When Life Falls Apart
Help is the four-letter word no one can deny. Bankruptcy specialist Louis Esbin joins Believe Bolder to unpack how to rebuild after everything crumbles — and why asking for help is the bravest step you can take. Louis has spent decades helping entrepreneurs and families triage crisis, negotiate with creditors, and find the right legal tools to reset with dignity. He’s seen what happens when fear, misinformation, and pride keep people stuck — and how powerful life becomes once they finally reach out. In this conversation, Scott opens up about his own financial collapse and the moment Louis helped him find hope again, showing that even in life’s darkest chapters, the right guidance can turn a breakdown into a breakthrough. This is where the comeback begins. You’ll hear: • Scott’s 2007 meltdown and meeting Louis Esbin • The “ER surgeon of the economy” analogy • Learning to rebuild after losing everything • The Like / Want / Need / Afford decision filter • The truth about bankruptcy and what it really means • Freedom and relief after a reset Watch on YouTube: Connect with Louis Esbin: Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Tara Polley: Stop Chasing Perfect and Start Showing Up
10/10/2025
Tara Polley: Stop Chasing Perfect and Start Showing Up
What happens when you stop chasing “perfect” and start showing up as yourself? Emmy-nominated host Tara Polley shares the mindset shift that changed everything. Tara is a national television host, real-estate leader, and storyteller whose career proves that confidence isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you build by showing up. From humble beginnings to hosting on major networks, she’s turned authenticity into her superpower, inspiring others to lead with courage, heart, and self-belief. This is where it all comes together. You'll hear: • How to quiet self-doubt and publish the work anyway • The surprising connection between belonging and real estate • Why consistency matters more than polish • A practical way to use AI and creator models without losing your voice • The one message she’d give her 10-year-old self Watch on YouTube: Connect with Tara Polley: • Website: • Instagram: • LinkedIn: • Facebook: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Cynthia Hsiung’s Producer Playbook: How Dreams Are Made in Hollywood
10/03/2025
Cynthia Hsiung’s Producer Playbook: How Dreams Are Made in Hollywood
What if one bold “yes” could change the course of a life? From championing a young Ryan Gosling to inspiring Scott’s own leap into hosting, Cynthia Hsiung proves that belief in others can rewrite the script. Cynthia is a producer, mentor, and creative catalyst whose eye for talent helped launch careers and shape iconic action-adventure TV. From MTV/HBO development to producing Young Hercules with Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert—casting a 17-year-old Ryan Gosling as the lead—Cynthia’s path is a masterclass in betting on authenticity, building community, and pushing past “no” to find the yes. In today’s conversation, she and Scott trace the moments that reroute a life, including how her belief helped Scott step into hosting. If you’re chasing a big dream, you’ll want to lean in here. You’ll hear: • The inside story of casting Ryan Gosling for Young Hercules • How to turn a “no” into momentum by staying uniquely you • Why community is the real accelerator for big creative dreams • A producer’s playbook for breaking out of boxes and creating your own roles • Practical steps for finding your lane in Hollywood without losing yourself Watch on YouTube: Connect with Cynthia Hsiung: Instagram: YouTube: UCLA Extension courses: NYC Play Tickets: LinkedIn: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Karrie Weaver: The Secrets Every Entrepreneur Must Know About Protecting Ideas
09/26/2025
Karrie Weaver: The Secrets Every Entrepreneur Must Know About Protecting Ideas
The magic isn’t just in your ideas. It’s in the space you give them to be heard. Meet Karrie Weaver, the IP attorney who helps dreamers protect what they build. Karrie specializes in trademarks, copyrights, and patents—helping entrepreneurs safeguard their creativity, their brands, and the businesses they’re building. With her guidance, innovators learn which protections to pursue, when to invest, and how to avoid costly mistakes. Here’s what every dreamer needs to know: • The difference between patents, copyrights, and trademarks • Why adding a simple “TM” bug can already start protecting your brand • When a patent is worth the investment—and when it’s not • How protection builds trust and elevates your brand in the marketplace Watch on YouTube: Connect with Karrie Weaver: Website: LinkedIn: Facebook: Instagram: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Broadcasting Belonging: Brad Fuhr’s Radio Revolution
09/19/2025
Broadcasting Belonging: Brad Fuhr’s Radio Revolution
What happens when belonging goes live on the air? Brad Fuhr built KGAY to prove it. As the architect of community behind KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 and the founder-publisher of Gay Desert Guide, Brad shows us why belonging is a superpower—and how building it changes everything. From passing his FCC license exam as a teenager to running a station that beams pride and pulse into the airwaves, Brad’s journey proves that media isn’t just about voices—it’s about representation, safety, and joy. His playbook turns connection into visibility and keeps community at the heart of the story. You’ll love this part: • Why coming out later in life shaped Brad’s courage and vision • The untold history of LGBTQ+ media from Chicago to Palm Springs • How Gay Desert Guide + KGAY became safe, electric spaces for belonging • Real-time celebrations of community—from nightlife to radio to local events • The one-minute message Brad would give his 20-year-old self Watch on YouTube: Connect with Brad: Instagram: Gay Desert Guide: K-GAY Radio: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Craig Sewing: The Power of Media and How Real Estate Found Its National Voice
09/12/2025
Craig Sewing: The Power of Media and How Real Estate Found Its National Voice
Connect with Craig Instagram: Believe Bolder Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin, a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at . Join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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Rewriting the Rules of Real Estate with Joe Cilic
09/05/2025
Rewriting the Rules of Real Estate with Joe Cilic
Some people follow the rules. Joe Cilic rewrote them and became a trusted leader in the Pacific Palisades. In this episode, Scott Griffin sits down with Joe Cilic, an attorney turned real estate leader who built his business in Los Angeles and became a trusted voice in the Pacific Palisades. From growing up in Santa Clarita to guiding his community through devastating wildfires, Joe proves there are countless paths to success if you’re willing to lead. Here’s what you’ll take away: Why people from every walk of life—engineers, attorneys, stay at home parents—can thrive in real estate How Joe’s early career as an attorney shaped his leadership style Lessons from rebuilding community after devastating fires in the Palisades Practical advice for agents and entrepreneurs ready to grow with purpose Watch the full episode on YouTube: Connect with Joe: Website: Instagram: Instagram: LinkedIn: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin — a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at — join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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I Don’t Care What You Think: Tyler Mount on Living Authentically
08/29/2025
I Don’t Care What You Think: Tyler Mount on Living Authentically
From small-town Texas to Broadway and beyond, Tyler Mount proves that living authentically can take you further than you ever imagined. In this episode of Believe Bolder, Scott Griffin dives into Tyler’s journey — from early theater dreams to building a global branding agency — and the lessons anyone can use to dream bigger. What began as a childhood passion grew into a career spanning Tony-winning productions, digital storytelling, and brand leadership. Tyler’s story shows that success comes not from a straight path, but from refusing to compromise on who you are. You’ll hear how Tyler: Discovered his passion for theater and left small-town life to chase his dreams Launched the Tyler Mount Vlog, using his superpower of connection to bring Broadway’s biggest stars into his living room Moved from stage management into producing, with credits including Hadestown, Once on This Island, The Inheritance, and Oh, Mary! Shared how he battled imposter syndrome while building a career at the highest level Applied his gift for storytelling beyond Broadway, shaping campaigns in real estate and politics for leaders like Ryan Serhant and President Joe Biden Founded Henry Street Creative, a global branding agency, and developed the Empire Course, an in-depth program sharing his strategies for building influence and scaling success Tyler’s story is raw, real, and inspiring. It’s a masterclass in staying true to yourself, daring to dream bigger, and creating your own path. Watch the full episode on YouTube: Connect with Tyler Mount: Empire Course (50% off with code LEVELUP10): Henry Street Creative: Instagram: Believe Bolder is hosted by Scott Griffin — a nationally recognized TV host, author, and three-time Mortgage Broker of the Year, featured on CNBC, Bloomberg, HGTV, and more. We’re building something special at — join us! Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring conversations every week!
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