Dex joins THE LOFT to talk about stepping into his new role as Director of Entertainment at Stanton & Bowery and the leap of faith that came with moving from Milwaukee to Nashville in pursuit of expanding his career as a DJ. He opens up about betting on himself, adapting to a brand new city, and what it takes to grow both personally and professionally while chasing a bigger vision.

We also dive into what family truly means to him, the values that continue to ground him through change, and how those relationships have shaped the person he’s becoming. Beyond music, Dex talks about his aspirations as an entrepreneur and creator, building a life with intention, and learning how to align passion with purpose.

Throughout the conversation, we reflect on the importance of protecting your energy, attracting the right people into your life, and taking moments to slow down and appreciate how far you’ve actually come in such a fast-moving world. This is an episode about growth, self-awareness, and trusting the process even when life is moving faster than ever.

Jacqueline Clarizio, founder of The J Spot, joins THE LOFT to talk about her journey of pursuing entrepreneurship from a young age and turning that vision into reality. She opens up about always knowing she wanted more, taking the leap while she had the time and opportunity, and the mindset it took to stay committed when things weren’t easy.

We also dive into how she trusted her instincts, stayed locked into her vision, and built something that truly reflects who she is. Jacqueline shares the challenges she faced along the way, the discipline it took to keep going, and the confidence she’s developed through betting on herself.

More importantly, she talks about what it means to chase something you’ve always believed in, and having the courage to actually go after it.

This is an episode for anyone sitting on an idea, chasing a bigger vision, or trying to take that first step toward building something of their own.

Ben Arsenal joins THE LOFT to talk about his journey through the music industry and the reality of being told “no” along the way. He opens up about the setbacks, doubts, and moments that could’ve made him quit—but instead pushed him to go all in on himself. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped him turn rejection into fuel, and how those experiences led him to build some of his biggest passion projects, including the creation of his party series The Departed.

We also get into the importance of collaboration, building real relationships, and playing the long game in such a saturated industry. Ben shares how focusing on longevity, consistency, and community has helped him stand out and continue to grow. More importantly, he breaks down what it takes to trust your vision and keep creating even when things aren’t going your way.

This is an episode for anyone chasing something big, navigating rejection, or trying to carve out their own path.

DJ Cream (NYC) joins THE LOFT for a real conversation about what it actually takes to build and sustain a DJ career over time. We dive into how to grow your brand, stay consistent, and position yourself for long-term success in an industry that’s constantly evolving. Cream also shares his new partnership with 4AM as well as insight on what separates short-term hype from real longevity, and how to keep leveling up without burning out.

We get into something deeper, making time for the people that matter. As your career grows, so do the demands, and we talk about how to stay grounded, protect your energy, and maintain meaningful relationships while chasing your goals.

If you’re a DJ, creative, or entrepreneur trying to build something real and lasting, this one hits.

Jerry joins THE LOFT to talk about his journey to nearly 2 years sober and his recent move to Colorado in search of a new life. He opens up about the mindset shifts that came with choosing sobriety, the challenges he faced along the way, and the clarity he’s found on the other side. We also dive into him training for and running his first marathon, and how that process reshaped his discipline, confidence, and purpose. More importantly, Jerry talks about what it means to finally live for himself, free from outside pressure and aligned with who he truly wants to be. This is an episode for anyone going through change, chasing growth, or trying to take control of their life.

In this episode of THE LOFT, I break down why so many people feel stuck, and what’s actually holding them back. We get into the truth about motivation and why it’s one of the most unreliable things you can depend on, and how discipline and daily habits are what really shape your life. I also talk about how overthinking keeps people in the same place, and why self-awareness and accountability are the starting point for real growth.

We dive into the idea that it’s not just about what you want, but who you need to become to get there, and how shifting your identity changes everything. This is a conversation for anyone who feels like they should be further along, or knows they’re capable of more but hasn’t figured out how to unlock it yet.

If you’re serious about growth, this is one you need to hear.

Philadelphia District Attorney Candidate and Beloved Judge Pat Dugan joins THE LOFT to talk about his upcoming election. He talks about his policies as well as how he would have planned to improve the living quality in the City of Philadelphia. He dives deep on his stance on Philadelphia Police Officers as well as how our communities can come together to bring REAL change. Regardless of what side you lean this is an episode for anyone who cares about making real change in this city. Discourse needs to happen... I am publicly opening my platform for Larry Krasner as well for a sit down episode to talk about his future plans for our beloved city

Avram Hornik, founder and owner of FCM Hospitality joins THE LOFT to talk about the creation of his company along with the development of popular venues such as Morgan's Pier & Liberty Point . We dive deep into the mentality of developing ideas from the ground up and what it takes to have a successful entrepreneurial journey. We also talk about “One More Sip” and the importance of building community.