On this episode of the Momentum Shift Podcast, host Antonio Vaglica sits down with Zach Cummings, host of The Journey Podcast, for a raw, honest conversation about masculinity, mental health, burnout, success, and what it really means to “stay in the game.”Zach opens up about the pressure men carry in silence, the dark side of hustle culture, emotional numbness, self-sabotage, and why vulnerability might be the most masculine trait there is. From chasing success and external validation to learning how to be present with family, relationships, and faith, this episode dives deep into the conversations most men avoid — but desperately need.INSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/antoniovaglicajrhttps://www.instagram.com/momentumshiftpodhttps://www.instagram.com/zacharycummings_Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@momentumshiftpod_CHAPTERS:00:00 – Intro & setting the tone02:15 – Seasonal depression & the New York grind05:10 – Burnout, distraction, and doing “too much”08:30 – Success isn’t as glamorous as it looks12:05 – Staying in the game vs chasing quick wins15:40 – Why most men feel emotionally numb19:10 – Shame, vulnerability, and men’s mental health23:00 – Separating identity from mistakes27:15 – External success vs inner fulfillment31:45 – Wanting more presence, not more achievements36:10 – Family, regret, and learning to slow down40:30 – Why men avoid emotional conversations44:20 – Masculinity, leadership, and vulnerability48:30 – Hustle culture and emotional suppression52:45 – Self-sabotage and fear of being hurt57:10 – What real masculinity actually looks like1:01:30 – Relationships, emotional availability & growth1:06:00 – Staying present while still chasing goals1:10:45 – Final thoughts & momentum mindset#MomentumShiftPodcast #AntonioVaglica #ZachCummings #TheJourneyPodcast #MensMentalHealth #Masculinity #MentalHealthMatters #Burnout #HustleCulture #Vulnerability #EmotionalGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #Mindset #PodcastClips

In this powerful episode, we sit down with DC Banks to unpack a story marked by loss, resilience, faith, and an unrelenting belief that purpose can grow from the darkest places. From bouncing between foster homes, losing the woman he knew as his mother, and watching his father disappear, to battling depression, loneliness, and the crushing weight of feeling unwanted, DC opens up about the moments that nearly broke him—and the God moments that carried him forward. He shares how sports became his escape, how a stranger’s Christmas gift kept him alive, and how the simple mindset of “Just Wait On It” was born out of injury, pain, and a season that could have ended everything. We talk about sleeping in cars, working trash jobs, chasing NFL dreams, showing up at Gymshark headquarters uninvited, and the viral journey that led him from rock bottom to American Ninja Warrior and full-time creator. This conversation is raw, vulnerable, and a reminder that God wastes nothing—not your rejection, not your setbacks, not your suffering. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unchosen, or unsure why God is taking you through what He is, this episode will shift your perspective on identity, purpose, and the quiet way God prepares you long before He reveals the why.INSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/antoniovaglicajrhttps://www.instagram.com/momentumshiftpodTik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@momentumshiftpod_CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro00:45 Opening Prayer and Intentions01:30 Meet DC Banks: First Impressions02:33 DC's Foster Care Journey04:42 Challenges in Foster Homes05:15 Finding Acceptance Through Sports07:51 Dealing with Depression and Finding Hope08:32 Football and Aunt Tracy's Influence11:03 Building Confidence and Setting Goals13:32 Faith, Risk, and John 13:715:16 A Life-Changing Move to Arizona16:13 Chasing Dreams Amidst Adversity17:47 From Coaching to Couch-Surfing20:46 Hustling Through Hard Jobs23:38 American Ninja Warrior: The Breakthrough24:42 Staying Faithful in Tough Times25:51 The Origin of "Wait On It"28:38 Vulnerability and Sharing Your Story31:01 Chasing the NFL Dream35:30 New Motivation, Legacy and Giving Back38:38 Persistence in Creating Opportunities41:48 Aunt Tracy's Impact43:41 Life and Goals in St. Pete44:44 Entering a New Chapter46:38 Advice to Younger Self47:35 Content Creator Advice: Consistency and Authenticity51:00 Making It in Content Creation53:01 Final Thoughts, Gratitude, and Wrap Up#JustWaitOnIt #FaithJourney #Testimony #ChristianPodcast #FosterCare #Adversity #Godsplan #AmericanNinjaWarrior #Motivation #PurposeDriven #MomentumShift #PainToPurpose #Inspiration #TrustGod #faith

Raj Dua opens up about losing over $2,000,000 in a massive investment scam and how that devastating loss became the foundation for rebuilding his faith, his mindset, and his business — stronger than ever before. From growing up in a Christian home to navigating pride, betrayal, forgiveness, and entrepreneurship, this conversation reveals the emotional and practical lessons that reshaped Raj’s life and leadership. We dive into what real stewardship looks like, how founders must invest in themselves first, and why sustainable business scaling beats chasing fast money. Raj breaks down the dangers of “passive income” traps, the truth about hiring A-players vs B-players, how to rebuild after financial loss, and the mindset needed to operate at a high level without burning out.INSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/antoniovaglicajrhttps://www.instagram.com/momentumshiftpodhttps://www.instagram.com/rajdua_Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@momentumshiftpod_CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Prayer & introduction to Raj Dua02:10 – Growing up Christian & early mindset around success05:30 – Pride, achievement & hitting a breaking point in college09:15 – Discovering faith during failure12:40 – Building his first businesses15:10 – The $2,000,000 investment scam revealed20:30 – Realizing it was all gone23:50 – Carrying the weight of family & friends losing money27:10 – The struggle to forgive31:40 – Why forgiveness changed his future35:00 – Rebuilding without fear38:25 – Shifting from chasing money to creating value41:20 – Why investing in yourself is the highest ROI45:10 – The danger of “passive income” thinking48:50 – Hiring A-players vs B-players52:30 – Leadership accountability & delegation56:20 – Over-systemizing businesses (what he learned)59:20 – Travel lifestyle while scaling companies1:03:10 – Preparing for fatherhood & redefining success1:07:20 – Sustainable scaling vs fast growth1:10:30 – Final mindset lessons & encouragement#EntrepreneurPodcast #RajDua #FaithAndBusiness #MillionDollarLesson #MindsetShift #BusinessMotivation