Podcast
Passion Millionaire
Hosted by Robert Roth · EN
Build a business that runs without you. Create leverage. Design a life you never want to retire from.
The Passion Millionaire Podcast is for high-earning freelancers, agency owners, and serious business builders who want more than income. They want ownership, optionality, and long-term wealth.
If you’re scaling a service-based business and asking yourself how to move from strong revenue to real leverage, recurring income, better deals, and exit-ready systems, this podcast is for you.
Each episode features founders, investors, and operators who have built multi 6- and 7-figure companies. They´re breaking down how they structure smarter deals, implement scalable systems, use AI strategically, and build businesses that compound beyond their time.
Hosted by Robert Roth, investor, business builder, mentor to ambitious founders and rock & roll pianist. This show explores what it really takes to turn income into assets, and ambition into lasting freedom.
Stop building just revenue. Start building something that can outgrow you.
Rock & Roll Your Dreams, Robert Roth
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Dennis Meador: How Lawyers Attract Clients Through Podcast Networks Without Cold Outreach
1w ago00:48:47Tap to summarizeStruggling to consistently attract high-value clients as a lawyer or service-based professional?In this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Dennis Meador about how the Legal Podcast Network helps professionals turn conversations into clients, without cold outreach or traditional sales.Dennis breaks down how being featured inside a structured podcast network positions you as an authority instantly, builds trust at scale, and creates inbound opportunities from the right audience. This is not about “starting a podcast.” It’s about plugging into a system designed to generate visibility and client demand.If you’re tired of chasing leads and want a smarter, authority-driven way to grow your practice, this episode will show you exactly what’s possible.Contact Dennis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennismeador/ Podcast Website:https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Monica Kaufman: Why High Income Doesn’t Create Wealth and How to Take Control of Your Financial Future
2w ago00:38:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with financial planner and wealth strategist Monica Kaufman about the critical difference between earning money and actually building long-term wealth.Monica shares real client stories that reveal a hard truth: even high earners can struggle financially if they lack the right systems, habits, and mindset. From professionals with six-figure incomes and no savings, to families who quietly built lasting wealth through discipline, she breaks down what truly separates financial stability from financial stress.The conversation goes beyond numbers. Monica explains how our beliefs about money are shaped early in life and how those patterns often drive poor financial decisions. She introduces the idea of “changing your financial operating system” by combining mindset shifts with practical actions like debt management, emergency funds, and strategic planning.If you want to stop living paycheck to paycheck regardless of income, build real security, and take ownership of your financial future, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.Contact Monica Kaufman:https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-a-k-39b02b14a/Listen to the podcast:https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Karen Rands: How to Become Capital-Ready and Raise Money from Angel Investors
3w ago00:49:23Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with angel investor, capital strategist, and Compassionate Capitalist founder Karen Rands about how entrepreneurs can become truly capital-ready and successfully raise funding.With over 20 years of experience in startup investing, Karen shares practical insights on what investors actually look for, why most founders fail to secure funding, and how to position your business as a strong investment opportunity. She breaks down key elements such as financial clarity, valuation, market understanding, and building a scalable business model.The conversation also explores how investors think, how to remove emotion from decision-making, and why discipline and strategy matter more than hype when it comes to capital.If you want to raise money, understand investors, and build a business that attracts funding, this episode gives you clear, actionable insights.Contact Karen Rands:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenrands/Listen to the podcast:https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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David Greenberg: How Entrepreneurs Protect Assets, Reduce Risk, and Build Freedom with Trusts
Apr 1700:45:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with David Greenberg to explore a topic most entrepreneurs overlook until it’s too late: how to protect what you’ve built.David shares his journey from starting his first business at just 11 years old to becoming an expert in private trusts, asset protection, and financial sovereignty. What began as curiosity about how money, law, and ownership really work evolved into a deep understanding of how entrepreneurs can operate more privately, reduce risk, and structure their assets intelligently.The conversation breaks down complex concepts into practical insights. You’ll learn what a trust actually is, how it separates ownership and control, and why that matters when it comes to taxation, regulation, and litigation. David explains how entrepreneurs and families can use trusts to protect assets, create long-term stability, and even structure businesses in a way that reduces exposure to common risks.Beyond strategy, this episode challenges how you think about ownership, control, and financial freedom. It highlights the importance of being proactive rather than reactive, especially as your business grows. If you are building something of value or planning to, this conversation will give you a new perspective on how to protect it and scale with confidence.Contact David Greenberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-greenberg-educator-the-freedom-studio/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Kurt Uhlir: From $10M to $100M+, How to Scale Companies, Raise Capital, and Build Real Freedom
Apr 1000:32:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Kurt Uhlir, a growth expert who has been involved in 60+ funding rounds, multiple exits, and scaling companies from millions to hundreds of millions. Kurt shares what actually happens behind the scenes when companies try to grow fast, and why most founders hit a plateau long before reaching their true potential.They dive into the real challenges entrepreneurs face, from lack of clarity and fragile revenue to building a business that looks successful on the outside but feels overwhelming on the inside. Kurt breaks down how to design systems, think in calculated risk instead of goals, and build teams that thrive through ownership, accountability, and healthy conflict.This episode is especially valuable for founders between $1M–$10M who want to scale further without sacrificing their life. If you want to grow your company, create real freedom, and build something that can eventually exit, this conversation gives you the mindset and structure to do it right.Contact Kurt Uhlir: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtuhlir/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Leo Young: Passive Income Through Manufactured Housing Communities
Mar 3100:37:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with Leo Young, founder of Cornell Communities, about how real estate can create predictable cashflow and long-term financial independence. From working at Tesla during its toughest years to building a real estate investment firm, Leo shares the journey that led him to passive investing and private equity.They break down how real estate actually works behind the scenes, including how investors can earn steady income without managing properties themselves. Leo explains why manufactured housing communities are a unique and resilient asset class, how deals are structured, and what returns investors can realistically expect.This episode is ideal for entrepreneurs and professionals who want to put their money to work, build financial security, and reduce dependence on active income. If you’re considering your first or next investment, this conversation gives you a clear and practical starting point.Contact Leo Young: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-young/Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Al Kushner: How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile and Use Ai to Attract More Clients
Mar 1500:33:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth speaks with LinkedIn strategist, speaker, and author Al Kushner about how professionals can use Ai and LinkedIn together to attract more leads and build authority online.With more than 30 years of experience helping companies close deals, Al shares practical strategies for optimizing your LinkedIn profile, creating authentic content with Ai tools, and positioning yourself as a trusted expert in your niche.The conversation also covers how LinkedIn newsletters, carousels, and video content can significantly increase your reach, as well as how to use Ai tools to generate ideas while still keeping your content personal and credible.If you want to turn LinkedIn into a consistent source of visibility, trust, and new opportunities, this episode provides practical insights you can apply immediately.Contact Al Kushner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-kushner/ Listen to the podcast:https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Jesse Hurst: How to Connect Financial Planning With Your Life Dreams
Feb 2800:47:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, Robert Roth sits down with veteran financial planner Jesse Hurst, a Certified Financial Planner with nearly four decades of experience in wealth management, retirement planning, and long-term financial strategy. Jesse shares how his career began just weeks before the 1987 stock market crash and how that early experience shaped his disciplined, goal-based approach to financial planning.The conversation goes deep into what true financial freedom really means, not just stopping work, but having the option to stop. Jesse explains why most people never define clear financial goals, how to connect personal dreams with financial resources, and why knowing exactly where you are today is just as important as knowing where you want to go. Using clear analogies and real client stories, he breaks down complex topics like asset allocation, retirement income planning, risk management, inflation, bonds, and portfolio strategy in an understandable way.They also explore common mistakes investors make, how business owners and employees face different financial challenges, when advanced strategies like borrowing against portfolios make sense, and why having a system and ongoing accountability matters more than predicting markets. This episode is a practical, honest, and grounded conversation for anyone who wants their money to support the life they actually want to live, now and in the future.Contact Jesse:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessehurst/ https://www.impelwealth.com/team/jesse-hurst Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Flora Voelcker: From Freelancer to Design Studio for Premium Brands with High-Ticket Offers
Feb 1500:36:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, host Robert Roth sits down with Flora Voelcker, founder of a fast-growing design studio and the creative design force behind the Rock & Roll Your Dreams and Passion Millionaire branding. Flora shares her journey from being a marketing student in Germany to building a successful design business while living her Dream in South Africa.The conversation dives deep into the realities of freelancing, the mindset shifts required to move from survival mode to growth, and why Flora chose to build a team instead of staying a solo freelancer. She opens up about client positioning, pricing, overcoming dependency on single clients, and how removing safety nets pushed her to create real momentum.You will also learn why premium branding directly impacts trust, pricing power, and conversion, especially for coaches, consultants, and personal brands with high-ticket offers. This episode is packed with honest insights on entrepreneurship, freedom, scaling with systems, and:Why looking the part is not vanity but a strategic business decision with a high ROI.Contact Flora:https://www.linkedin.com/in/flora-voelcker-918907197/ https://www.voelckerdesign.com/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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Rory Mackenzie: Learnings from Building and Scaling a LinkedIn SaaS, Partnerships, and Relentless Execution
Feb 200:36:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Passion Millionaire Podcast, host Robert Roth sits down with Rory Mackenzie, founder of Sales Crusader, a fast-growing LinkedIn-focused tech startup. Rory shares how a personal need for better LinkedIn relationship building led him to co-create a SaaS solution that combines human-style outreach, AI-driven replies, and safe automation designed for real business growth.Rory breaks down how Sales Crusader helps founders, agencies, and go-to-market teams scale conversations without sounding spammy or risking their LinkedIn accounts. He explains the power of training AI on your own voice, offer, and goals, and why LinkedIn remains one of the most effective platforms for building high-value business relationships at scale.You’ll also hear Rory’s startup journey, from early uncertainty and slow traction to finding the right ICP, forming the right partnerships, and growing from zero to six figures in under two years. This episode is packed with practical insights on SaaS growth, vertical integration, AI in sales, and what it really takes to build momentum as a founder.Contact Rory: https://app.salescrusader.com/ rory@salescrusader.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/rorymack/ Podcast Website: https://rockandrollyourdreams.com/podcast/
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