Our lives are woven from stories—those we hear, read, and tell ourselves, shaping our future and potential. Often, just one story can pivot us from a downward spiral to a transformative paradigm shift. Our struggles are rooted in the stories we choose to believe. It's a delicate balance between being realistic and maintaining hope. Unfortunately, many people end up abandoning their dreams. "The Greatest Story" exists to bring to light the untold stories that energize individuals, families, and communities. Our podcast delivers empowering messages, urging you to discover your purpose and unlock your potential, inspiring you to craft your own success story. Welcome to "The Greatest Story Podcast."
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May 30, 2026Episode 4259 min
He Landed in America with $O. Now He Has 1,400 Employees.
Send us Fan MailTaro landed in America at 15 with almost nothing. Today, Mikuni is a beloved Japanese restaurant group with around 1,400 employees and roughly $91 million in sales. It all started with his father's impossible dream, two near-bankruptcies, and a refusal to quit.In this episode he opens up about resilience, finding your calling, the surprising origin of sushi, the cost success can take on a family, and why he says he hasn't had a bad day in years.Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
April 21, 2026Episode 411 hr 4 min
Why Most Entrepreneurs Never Make It (And What Winners Do Differently) - Michael Oakes
Send us Fan MailWhy do 9 out of 10 businesses fail? Business coach Michael Oakes breaks down the fundamentals every entrepreneur needs to master.Michael went from coaching college basketball to becoming one of the first employees at FedEx in 1973, then built a career helping entrepreneurs avoid the mistakes that sink most businesses. In this episode, he shares the mindset, discipline, and fundamentals that separate long-term winners from the 70% of businesses that shut down within five years.We cover everything from why practicing business fundamentals is like Steph Curry's daily drills, to Warren Buffett's secret weapon (his ability to say no), to why Blockbuster and Kodak collapsed while Netflix and Tesla thrived. Michael also shares his powerful "reverse visualization" framework inspired by Jack Nicklaus, his personal formula for success, and his honest take on how AI will reshape business and create new opportunities.Whether you're starting a business, scaling one, or just trying to find your purpose, this conversation will change how you think about success.Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
April 14, 2026Episode 4059 min
The Future of Auburn, CA with Sean Rabe
Send us Fan MailSean Rabe sits down with us to talk about what's really going on behind the scenes in Auburn, California. Why hasn't the city's master plan been updated since 1992? Why did Costco almost come to Auburn? Why can't young families afford to buy here anymore? And what's the city actually doing about all of it?Whether you live in Auburn or you're just curious how small-city government actually works, this is one worth watching.Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
March 22, 2026Episode 391 hr 0 min
This High School Gives Students a Head Start on Real Life
Send us Fan MailKevin Dobson, founder of Capital College and Career Academy, built a public charter high school where students earn college credits, gain career skills, and land paid internships all before graduation.In California, only about 30% of 9th graders ever earn a college degree. Kevin saw that number and built something better. In this conversation, he breaks down the broken promises of traditional education, what genuine personalized learning looks like in practice, and how CCCA gives Sacramento students a real path forward. Whether they're headed to a four-year university, a trade, or straight into the workforce. What we cover:- Why only 1 in 3 California students ever earns a college degree - CCCA's dual college and career pathway and why students don't have to choose one or the other- The 3 skills business leaders say young people actually need today (it's not on any state curriculum)- How AI is reshaping the workforce and what schools must start teaching right now- How Kevin turned a vacant North Sacramento city block into a thriving education hub- Why Kevin hires for heart over credentials every single timeAbout Kevin Dobson:Kevin is the founder and director of Capital College and Career Academy in Sacramento, CA. His mission is to get every graduate placed in a job or post-secondary program within six months of finishing high school.Learn more about CCCA: https://capcca.org/Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
February 8, 2026Episode 3857 min
Dr. Binus - How Dopamine Is Training Your Brain
Send us Fan MailYour brain is chasing dopamine.And it is being trained to want more.That constant pull to check your phone, refresh, and stay stimulated is not random. It is how the brain responds to intermittent rewards. Small hits of pleasure that slowly rewire attention, motivation, and emotional balance.In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus explains how dopamine driven feedback loops affect mental health, why constant stimulation leads to anxiety and mental fatigue, and how the loss of sustained attention makes meaning harder to find.We talk about mental health as a spectrum, why quick rewards feel so powerful, and why many people feel restless, distracted, and unfulfilled even when life looks fine on the surface.Learn More About Beautiful MindsFollow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
January 17, 2026Episode 3730 min
Kevin Kiley Speaks Out About California Fraud
Send us Fan MailBillions of dollars have gone missing in California.At the same time, housing keeps getting more expensive, fewer homes are being built, and families are getting priced out.So what’s actually happening?In this episode of The Greatest Story Podcast, Congressman Kevin Kiley breaks down what’s behind California’s affordability crisis and why it has become so hard to live, build, and buy a home in this state.We talk about massive government spending failures, including unemployment fraud, homelessness funding, and high speed rail. Kevin explains what’s already been uncovered, what’s under investigation, and why accountability feels so far away.We also dig into the real estate side of the problem.Why California can’t build enough housing.How regulations and fees drive up home prices before construction even starts.What policies could help bring more homes to the market and what continues to block progress.The conversation also covers businesses leaving California, proposed wealth taxes, redistricting, border policy, and how these decisions ripple into housing costs, rents, and everyday life.If you live in California or are thinking about buying or selling here, this episode connects the dots between politics, policy, and the real cost of housing.Do you think California can turn this around, or has it gone too far?Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
December 31, 2025Episode 361 hr 13 min
Money Didn’t Change Him – A Pastor’s Crypto Story
Send us Fan MailThis conversation is for two kinds of people.Those who are still trying to figure out where they’re headed in life.And those already carrying responsibility, business, family, momentum, who are seeking practical success principles that actually last.In this episode, I’m joined by Vlad Chernioglo, a pastor at Light of the Gospel church, father, and business owner.Vlad navigated major career pivots, sudden financial upside, seasons of uncertainty, and the pressure that comes with leading people. His perspective on success wasn’t shaped in theory, but through decisions that forced him to question what growth, freedom, and faithfulness really mean.We talk about: • What success looks like when it’s not treated as a finish line • Why clarity often comes after commitment, not before • The tension between ambition and obedience • How money and opportunity can amplify internal pressure • Why faithfulness matters more than outcomes • The difference between building something impressive and building something sustainable • Delegation, seasons of life, and the myth of life-balanceWhat stayed with me is how easily success can harden you if you’re not paying attention, and how quietly alignment can drift when achievement and money becomes the goal.This isn’t a conversation about chasing more.It’s about building a life that still holds together even when things don't go your way. We hope that you will find value in this conversation. Thank you for tuning in.Follow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
November 1, 2025Episode 3551 min
The Truth about $250 Billion Human Trafficking Industry
Send us Fan MailAshlie Bryant breaks the myths about human trafficking, explains how social and economic issues create vulnerable victims, and why prevention is the key to ending human trafficking.Ashlie is the founder and president of 3Strands Global Foundation. Her team is a survivor-informed, trauma-responsive group that teaches PROTECT in schools, runs Employ + Empower and a Sacramento drop-in center to help survivors get work and education, and mobilizes communities and lawmakers. Learn more about 3Strands Global FoundationFollow 3Strands on InstagramFollow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
October 25, 2025Episode 3459 min
Serving Love, Not Food: Story of Mario’s Early Toast
Send us Fan MailPaul sits down with Mario Astorga, founder of Mario’s Early Toast, to unpack why so few restaurants survive, and how faith and humility helped him build one that thrives. Mario shares how putting people first and serving love, not just food, turned his breakfast spot into a community favorite.Check Out Mario's Early ToastFollow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
October 5, 2025Episode 331 hr 7 min
Why Organized First Response Saves Lives in Chaos
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Greatest Story Podcast, we sit down with Sal Cortez, a veteran with 43 years in emergency medical services and the California Highway Patrol. Sal shares his journey from responding to some of the nation’s earliest active shooter events to developing tactical medicine training for law enforcement, military, and civilians.We cover:- How emergency response has changed since the 1980s- The importance of coordination between police, fire, and EMS- Training programs that prepare first responders and civilians for mass casualty events- Lessons from real-life incidents and what communities can do to be saferIf you want to understand how to protect yourself and your community in critical situations, this episode is for you.International School of Tactical MedicineFollow me on FacebookFollow Me on Instagram
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