Breaking Barriers

Adapting Social

CEO & Founder of Adapting Social (Global Ad & Design Agency), John A. Vagueiro, and Co-Host, Salvatore Ventre (Top Real Estate Agent & CEO of The Ventre Team), created this podcast to provide valuable content to entrepreneurs starting, struggling or wanting to take their s**t to the next level! We are blessed to have the help of successful founders, artists, actors, athletes, and television personalities who share their stories and how they broke out of their barriers to create success in their lives. They discuss their journey while cutting out the "sexy" elements and focusing on the challenges they faced that led them to break through the success barrier. Any fool can learn from their own mistakes, it takes a wise person to learn from others.

  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Eddie and Joey of United Lending with Scott Einbinder of Pocket Coach

    In this episode of the Breaking Barriers Show, we sit down with Eddie and Joey Levy, the powerhouse twin brothers behind United Lending.

    With backgrounds in Law and Accounting, Eddie and Joey bring a unique strategic lens to the mortgage industry. They specialize in investment property financing, helping clients navigate complex deals that traditional banks often decline.

    Whether you are a first-time investor or a seasoned pro, the Levy brothers share the "tricks of the trade" to help you scale your portfolio nationwide. Listen to the full episode now! 

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    24 April 2026, 8:00 pm
  • 24 minutes 42 seconds
    Executive Vice President of Richel Commercial Brokerage - Mike Jensen

    In this heavy-hitting episode of Breaking Barriers, John Vagueiro sits down with commercial real estate legend Mike Jensen (in the game since ‘88). Mike opens up about the "living hell" of his early CRE career, overcoming depression, and why the work you do on your internal mindset is the only thing that actually works. Watch the full episode now!

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    25 February 2026, 2:00 pm
  • 15 minutes 26 seconds
    Owners of RevolutioniZe Nutrition - Michele Zandman and Randy Frankel

    "Doctors want you on it for the rest of your life. We want to teach you the skills to function without it." 

    Randy and Michele of RevolutioniZe Nutrition join John to reveal the truth about the medical weight loss industry in our next Breaking Barriers episode. The health episode you can’t afford to miss. 

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    26 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 21 minutes 19 seconds
    Founder of JAR of Hope - Jim Raffone

    Most men would die for their family. How many live for them? ✊ When doctors told Jim Raffone to "go home and love his son" because Duchenne had no cure, he didn't listen. He sold his construction empire -- down to the last tool -- to fund a miracle. 12 years later, he’s rewriting history through JAR of Hope.

    Witness the power of a father on a mission. 

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    19 December 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 20 minutes 21 seconds
    Owner of Attention to Detail Janitorial Services - Denise Christopher

    How do you handle the pressure when "a lot is coming at you"? Denise Christopher of Attention to Detail Janitorial Services, reveals the key mindset change, and the moment she stops everything to pray, that allows her to prioritize sleep and stay focused, even after years in business. Essential listening for every founder!

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    5 December 2025, 4:00 pm
  • 57 minutes 44 seconds
    CEO of 43 Oak Advertising - Sean Grevy with Their Advertising Specialist - Gary Newman

    You want powerful partners? Find ones who want you, not need you. Our latest Breaking Barriers dives into building confidence, mutual respect, and why great work speaks for itself.

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    19 November 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 4 seconds
    Managing Director of DBD Investment Bank M&A and Capital Formation - J. Michael Fischer Jr.

    From bank teller to Managing Director of a bespoke investment bank, J. Michael Fischer Jr. (DBD Investment Bank), reveals the counter-intuitive secret to his insane career growth: give first, always. It changed everything. 

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    6 November 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Owners of The Bond Society - Jacquie Busichio and Lyndsey D'Alessandro

    One idea. That's all it took to start this business. 🤯

    On this high-energy episode of Breaking Barriers, we sit down with Jacquie Busichio and Lyndsey D'Alessandro of The Bond Society to unpack their journey. They share how a love for jewelry and a single conversation led them to launch a full-blown permanent jewelry business before anyone else in New Jersey - in under 24 hours! 

    Hear their unfiltered story of trusting your gut, mastering the weld, and building a thriving partnership from college roommates to business owners.

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    15 October 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 39 minutes 24 seconds
    Publisher of Wall Township Living - Ed Parise

    Your mail gets tossed. His magazine stays all month. Here's why. 📬

    This week on Breaking Barriers, Ed Parise of Wall Township Living reveals the powerful difference between general local content and truly community-driven storytelling. He explains why featuring real families and their unique stories creates a profound connection that landmarks simply can't match. 

    Listen to the full episode to discover how this authentic approach makes his magazine beloved and strengthens the bond between local businesses and their community.

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    6 October 2025, 3:00 pm
  • 23 minutes 24 seconds
    Business Owner and Hair Artist - Christina Messano of Halo Hair Haus

    Stop trying to fit in. Your biggest competitive advantage is already you.

    This week, Christina Messano of Halo Hair Haus shares powerful advice for every entrepreneur: "Your uniqueness is your superpower." Christina gets real about ignoring criticism, staying true to a vision (even when it looks different), and how her refusal to settle for the status quo helped her build a thriving business. 

    Plus, hear how she went from doing makeovers on her sister as a child to leading a holistic hair house focused on whole-person wellness!

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    30 September 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 54 minutes 36 seconds
    Owner of Battle Real Estate - Anthony Battle

    "You can't complain that your plate is full if your whole reason for doing this was to eat."

    That's the powerful truth shared by our guest this week, Anthony Battle of Battle Real Estate. On this episode of Breaking Barriers, we get into what it truly takes to succeed in the real estate business—from tough negotiations and creative financing to building a brand from the ground up. Anthony's story is a lesson in hard work and finding success on your own terms.

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    24 September 2025, 1:00 pm
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