In this heartfelt and high-energy episode of the Elite X Podcast, co-hosts Henry Rodriguez, Ryan Arditty, and "The Voice" Christian Lazore share laughs, life updates, and a powerful conversation with local cross country coach and elite marathoner Sergey Sushchikh. The trio opens up with stories from a whirlwind day in L.A. — from a sun-soaked charity golf tournament to all-you-can-eat Dodgers seats (where Ryan may have gone silent thanks to a few too many kosher dogs). They also drop some big personal news: both Henry and Ryan are weeks away from becoming fathers — at the same time, and completely unplanned.

Then the crew sits down with Sergey to dive into his inspiring journey — from a high school standout to UCLA athlete to dedicated coach at Saugus High School. Sergey breaks down the mental and physical discipline required for marathon training, shares how coaching has impacted his life, and honors the legacy of his late friend and fellow runner Emilio De La Torre, to whom he dedicated his recent LA Marathon performance (where he finished an astonishing 8th out of 25,000+ runners). It’s a powerful conversation about purpose, persistence, and giving back, wrapped in the laid-back, real talk Santa Clarita fans know and love.

In this episode of Elite X Podcast, hosts Henry Rodriguez, Ryan Arditty, and Christian Lazore sit down with Jerrid Hittleman, the owner of Drip House Prints and the mastermind behind Secret SCV, an Instagram page dedicated to spotlighting local businesses. Jerrid shares his journey from working odd jobs to launching his own successful custom apparel company, overcoming incredible challenges—including the sudden loss of his business partner and navigating the pandemic. The conversation dives into the power of social media, how Jerrid has helped local businesses thrive through viral marketing, and why building community is the key to long-term success.

Beyond business, the Elite X crew and Jerrid bond over their shared entrepreneurial grind, the discipline of 75 Hard, and the importance of showing up every day—no matter what. From hilarious banter about Ryan’s questionable commitment levels to an inspiring discussion on resilience, this episode is packed with energy, insight, and motivation. Plus, Ryan gifts his cohosts some incredible custom SCV MVP hoodies showcasing Jerrid’s top-tier craftsmanship. Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation that highlights what it takes to succeed in business and in life.

In this episode of Elite X Podcast, hosts Henry Rodriguez, Ryan Arditty, and Christian Lazore sit down with Steve Keefe, the managing partner and COO of Parkway Motors, to discuss his journey in the automotive industry and his latest venture—Society, an upscale New York-style pizzeria coming to Santa Clarita. Steve shares insights on leadership, business philosophy, and the importance of creating meaningful customer experiences, whether in car sales or the restaurant world. The conversation covers everything from the evolution of the local dealership scene to the vision behind Society, including its chic ambiance, top-tier cocktails, and live music scene that promises to elevate Main Street nightlife.

Beyond business, the hosts keep things light and engaging, touching on family, sports, and life in Santa Clarita. They talk about their kids' achievements, recent experiences at Lakers games, and upcoming community events like the Michael Hoefflin Walk for Kids with Cancer. With plenty of laughs, friendly jabs, and valuable entrepreneurial wisdom, this episode delivers both entertainment and inspiration. Plus, the Elite X crew secures their invite to Society’s soft opening—so stay tuned for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of Santa Clarita’s most anticipated new hotspots!