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Digital Social Hour

Digital Social Hour

By: Sean Kelly
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 Step into the world of unfiltered conversations with Digital Social Hour, the podcast where host Sean Kelly dives deep with some of the world's most controversial and thought-provoking figures. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to polarizing cultural icons, no topic is off-limits as Sean explores the stories, challenges, and triumphs that define their lives. Get ready for bold questions, unexpected insights, and raw, authentic dialogue that challenges conventional thinking. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or just want to hear what others are too afraid to say, Digital Social Hour delivers the conversations that others won’t.© Sean Kelly Career Success Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Why Most Restaurants Fail in the First 5 Years... | Elcio Zanatta | DSH #1910

    Why Most Restaurants Fail in the First 5 Years... | Elcio Zanatta | DSH #1910
    Apr 10 2026
    Can healthy food actually make you feel different? In this episode of Digital Social Hour, Sean Kelly sits down with Elcio, the founder of Aubergine Kitchen, to talk about how real food, energy, purpose, and business all connect. Elcio shares how one seminar changed his life, why he cut seed oils and refined sugar from the menu long before it became trendy, and how Aubergine Kitchen grew from one small cafe into a fast-growing brand with loyal customers. This conversation goes way beyond restaurants. It gets into why so many people feel tired after eating, why convenience is costing us our health, how to build a business with purpose, and what it really takes to scale without losing quality. Elcio also opens up about working with his wife, building culture inside a company, and why success means nothing without health, family, and contribution. If you care about nutrition, entrepreneurship, longevity, or building something meaningful, this is one of those episodes that sticks with you. Elcio’s story is proof that better food can change more than your body. It can change your life. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Why Healthy Food Should Feel Different 0:36 How Aubergine Kitchen Started 2:18 The Lifestyle Shift That Changed Everything 3:38 Opening the First Location With No Marketing 4:54 Why They Never Used Seed Oils or Refined Sugar 6:31 Why So Many People Feel Bad After Eating 11:24 Growing a Healthy Restaurant Brand 13:41 Why They Refused to Sell Soda 21:00 Using AI in Business the Right Way 32:32 Purpose, Failure, and Building a Meaningful Life What You’ll Learn 🍽️ Why the best test for food is how you feel after eating it 🥗 Why “fresh” food is not always truly healthy 🚫 Why Aubergine Kitchen never used seed oils or refined sugar 📈 How word-of-mouth helped grow the business without heavy marketing 🧠 Why asking better questions matters in business and in life 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 How to work with family without letting roles get messy 💪 Why health and vitality are the foundation of real success 🏪 What it takes to scale a restaurant without losing quality 🤖 How Lio thinks about AI and why prompting matters 🌱 Why purpose matters more than money when building a business 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/apply 💼 SPONSORS: Gohighlevel: https://www.gohighlevel.com/digitalsocialhour 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Elcio Zanatta: https://www.instagram.com/elcio.aubergine/ https://x.com/Elcio_Zanatta 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. Keywords Elcio Aubergine Kitchen, Aubergine Kitchen podcast, healthy restaurant, no seed oils, no refined sugar, healthy eating habits, clean ingredients, restaurant business advice, Sean Kelly podcast, Digital Social Hour, healthy lifestyle, food and energy, entrepreneurship, Vegas healthy food Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/ Presented by https://podgo.io/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    46 mins
  • Most Artists Can’t Do What LaRussell Did... | Larussell | DSH #1908

    Most Artists Can’t Do What LaRussell Did... | Larussell | DSH #1908
    Apr 9 2026
    What does it really take to make it in music without waiting on a label? In this episode, Sean sits down with Larussell to talk about building a music career from the ground up, staying independent, and turning real-world connection into real revenue. Larussell breaks down how he’s released 40 albums since 2018, why he doesn’t chase numbers the way most artists do, and how he built a business that goes way beyond streams. They get into the grind behind independent music, the truth about labels, why most artists never make it on their own, and how Larussell learned to monetize everything from backyard shows to merch to live experiences. He also opens up about family, hustle, spiritual creativity, and why fame only matters if it helps you make money. This is a masterclass in independence, consistency, and building something that lasts. If you’re an artist, entrepreneur, creator, or anyone trying to turn talent into ownership, this episode is for you. Chapters 0:00 Music Feels Spiritual 0:35 Meet Larussell 1:51 How the Music Industry Changed 3:00 What “Making It” Really Means 6:26 When Music Became Serious 8:01 How He Monetizes Beyond Music 11:35 Why He Doesn’t Use AI for Songs 13:12 The Spiritual Creative Process 15:01 Why Numbers Don’t Tell the Full Story 17:07 Why Smaller Cities Matter More What You’ll Learn 🎤 Why Larussell says he still hasn’t fully “made it” 💰 How independent artists can make money beyond streams 📈 Why real-life demand matters more than social media numbers 🧠 How business instincts helped Larussell scale as an artist 🎶 Why he refuses to use AI in the actual music-making process ⚡ How some of his best songs are made in just minutes 🌍 Why overlooked cities can build stronger fans than major markets 🏁 What most artists underestimate about staying independent 🔥 How fame becomes useful only when you know how to monetize it 🚀 Why ownership and creative control matter so much long term 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/apply 💼 SPONSORS: Select Quote: http://selectquote.com/dsh Gohighlevel: https://www.gohighlevel.com/digitalsocialhour 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Larussell: https://www.facebook.com/LaRussellGC/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad. Keywords Larussell, Larussell interview, Larussell podcast, Sean Kelly podcast, Digital Social Hour, independent artist, independent music, music business, music industry, major label vs independent, artist branding, music marketing, Larussell music, independent rapper, how to make money in music Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/ Presented by https://podgo.io/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    31 mins
  • What’s Really Happening Behind Closed Doors... | Matt Parker | DSH #1907

    What’s Really Happening Behind Closed Doors... | Matt Parker | DSH #1907
    Apr 8 2026
    What if the biggest risks online aren’t what most people think? In this episode, Sean Kelly sits down with Matt Parker from The Exodus Road to break down how online platforms are being used in ways many families aren’t aware of. They discuss how young people can be approached through games, voice chat, and social media, and why digital awareness is more important than ever. Matt shares insights from years of working alongside global teams to help identify and support vulnerable individuals. The conversation also explores how technology, including messaging apps and digital payments, has changed the way bad actors operate—and what parents and individuals can do to stay informed and protected. Matt also shares personal experiences from his work around the world, giving a rare look into environments most people never see. This episode is about awareness, education, and understanding how to stay safe in an increasingly digital world. Chapters 0:00 A Global Issue Most People Miss 0:21 Meet Matt Parker 1:25 How Kids Are Approached Online 2:46 When Online Conversations Go Too Far 5:24 Inside Organized Online Operations 8:47 Why People Don’t Speak Up 11:54 First Encounters With This Reality 19:20 The Mission That Changed Everything 26:20 How Technology Helps Solve Cases 42:12 What Parents Should Know Today What You’ll Learn 🧠 How young people are approached through games and social platforms ⚠️ Warning signs to look for in online conversations 🌍 How organized groups operate across different countries 💬 Why some people feel unable to ask for help 🕵️ What real investigations look like behind the scenes 📱 How technology helps uncover important evidence 👨‍👩‍👧 Practical ways to keep families safer online 🔍 How to recognize suspicious behavior early 🚀 Why digital awareness is more important than ever 🔐 Steps you can take to protect yourself and others 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/apply 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Matt Parker: https://www.instagram.com/theexodusroad/ https://theexodusroad.com/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad. Keywords Matt Parker, Exodus Road, digital safety, online safety, internet awareness, protecting children online, social media safety, online risks, digital threats, cybersecurity awareness, parenting tips, internet education, online scams, global issues, modern crime, investigative work, real stories, podcast clips, Sean Kelly podcast, digital social hour Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/ Presented by https://podgo.io/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    48 mins
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