Most of us spend our lives running from pain.
We numb it.
We hide it.
We pretend it isn’t there.

But what if pain isn’t the enemy?
What if pain is the doorway?

In this episode of The Caffaro Way, Johnny Caffaro takes you into the silent kind of pain... the pain no one sees but everyone carries. The heartbreak that hides in the body. The shame that lingers in the gut. The moments when life collapses and nothing makes sense.

Through raw stories of hip replacements, heartbreak, and identity loss, Johnny reveals how pain strips us down to truth, reshapes our strength, and teaches us presence, humility, and compassion.

You’ll hear why resilience isn’t about powering through, but about softening.
Why breakdowns are sacred ruptures that lead to breakthroughs.
And how pain can shift from prison to portal — transforming into the very teacher that awakens us.

If you’ve ever felt crushed, alone, or ready to quit… this episode is for you.
It won’t make your pain disappear. But it will show you how to walk with it differently... not as punishment, but as the path to your deepest freedom.

Because in the end, pain doesn’t want your perfection.

It wants your presence.

On this episode of The Caffaro Way, Johnny sits down with Dr. Brian Cohen, an orthopedic surgeon whose story is about far more than medicine. From rollerblading down Fifth Avenue to building a thriving orthopedic practice in small-town Ohio, Brian’s journey is one of resilience, heartbreak, and reinvention.

Together, Johnny and Brian open up about betrayal, loss, and the pain of being cut down professionally and personally, and what it takes to rise again without bitterness. They dive into fatherhood, the weight of community, and why true healing requires forgiveness, presence, and integrity.

This is more than a conversation about surgery. It’s about life, legacy, and learning how to keep showing up when the world tries to take you down.

Reflection prompts close the episode, inviting you to look at your own story:

• Where are you showing up on autopilot?
• What pain might be guiding you rather than punishing you?
• Whose definition of success are you chasing — and is it really yours?

In this heart-led episode of The Caffaro Way, Johnny sits down with his brother and Founder EJ Caffaro for an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes journey through the creation of Caffaro Shoes—a brand built on family, fashion, and fearless reinvention.

From failed designs to finding purpose, the brothers reflect on:
How a single trip to Spain sparked a legacy
The power of personal expression through style
The intentionality behind every unboxing
Learning how to do business as family
The wins, the wounds, and what still keeps them hungry

This isn’t just a business story.

It’s a conversation about legacy, trust, and how brotherhood shows up in every detail.

From the factory floors of Europe to the living rooms of customers around the world, the soul of Caffaro Shoes is about much more than footwear.

This episode will inspire you to walk your own path—and do it in style.

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Follow EJ Caffaro https://www.linkedin.com/in/ej-caffaro-8a632138/

In this engaging conversation, Johnny Caffaro and Dr. Brian Blackwood explore the multifaceted journey of parenthood, medicine, and personal growth. They discuss the challenges of balancing family life with a demanding career in surgery, the importance of mentorship and helping others, and the evolution of surgical techniques. Dr. Blackwood shares his experiences in medical school, the impact of social media on his practice, and his personal journey towards health and wellness. The conversation emphasizes the significance of teamwork in medicine and the power of resilience in overcoming life's challenges.

• Your past doesn't define your future.
• You can make changes in yourself.
• It's important to help others along the way.
• The journey of healing is ongoing.
• You have to be real, be here.
• There's magic in the journey.
• You can find joy in the process.
• Teamwork is essential in surgery.
• You are the author of your story.
• It's never too late to make a change.

You can follow Dr. Brian Blackwood on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-blackwood-131907234/

Practice Website: https://www.bouldercentre.com/doctors/c-brian-blackwood-md

In this conversation, Johnny and Seth explore the complexities of parenthood, self-discovery, and the lessons learned from their children. They discuss the masks we wear as parents, the expectations we set for ourselves and our kids, and the importance of being present. The dialogue emphasizes the need to embrace life's messiness, the power of mindset, and the significance of acknowledging our emotions. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they highlight the journey of growth and the realization that everything happens for our highest good.

• The masks we wear as parents can be heavy and complex.
• Self-discovery is a continuous journey that shapes our parenting.
• Expectations can lead to disappointment; presence is what matters.
• Children are our greatest teachers, reflecting our emotions back to us.
• Embracing the chaos of life can lead to deeper connections.
• Mindset shifts can transform our experiences and perceptions.
• Acknowledging our struggles is the first step to growth.
• Parenting is about balance, love, and understanding.
• Life's storms can be faced head-on for quicker resolution.
• Giving children choices fosters their independence and confidence.

Follow Seth Turnoff on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethturnoff/

We all wear them.
The strong one. The achiever. The peacemaker.
The version of ourselves we think the world will love — or at least accept.

In this vulnerable episode, Johnny Caffaro takes us into the quiet, painful truth of what it means to live behind emotional armor. From childhood expectations to religious conditioning to the pressure of being a man who “has it all together,” he explores the deep cost of performing for love… and the sacred power of taking the mask off.

You’ll hear the moment that shattered his identity, the lies he believed to stay safe, and the slow, holy process of unlearning it all — one breath, one truth, one breakdown at a time.

Because real love doesn’t meet the mask.
It meets the soul beneath it.

And that’s where freedom begins.

What do you do when your life falls apart — and no one’s coming to save you?

In this powerful opening episode, Johnny Caffaro takes you back to the moment everything crashed: the failed marriage, the broken body, the bank account at zero, and the deafening silence of starting over. With raw honesty and zero fluff, he unpacks the moment he hit rock bottom... and the quiet inner voice that told him: “Get up. Just finish the race.”

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a soul-level story of falling, limping, crawling, and still choosing to rise.

You’ll hear:

• The real story behind Johnny’s rock bottom moment

• How pain became the doorway to presence, purpose, and peace

• Why his book It’s My Life was never about answers, but about ownership

• Journal prompts to help you reflect on what you’re running from — and how to come back home to yourself

If you’ve ever felt broken, burned out, or barely hanging on… this is your invitation back into the race.
Not to win... just to keep going.