THE PARABLES Podcast
1) He Risked Everything and Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business ft. Frank Gutierrez | Ep. 92
Some stories aren’t built on hype — they’re built on faith, failure, and obedience. In this episode, Ejay sits down with Frank Gutierrez to unpack the real journey behind building companies, serving p...Show More
He Risked Everything and Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business ft. Frank Gutierrez | Ep. 92
1:10:23 | Dec 15th, 2025
2) The Mindset Behind an Undefeated Life ft. Brandun Lee | Ep. 91
A warrior’s mindset isn’t built in the spotlight — it’s forged long before anyone is watching. In this episode, undefeated boxing phenom Brandun Lee opens up about identity, discipline, independence,...Show More
3) Marketing Doesn’t Make the Brand — This Does ft. Andy Nguyen | Ep. 90
What does it really take to build a brand that lasts — one that outlives the hype and becomes part of culture? In this episode of THE PARABLES®, Ejay Cruz reconnects with Andy Nguyen — the creative fo...Show More
4) From Marine to Legacy Builder ft. Matt Tolano | Ep. 89
Success isn’t just money — it’s who you become while building it. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Matt Tolano, USMC veteran and founder of Legacy Jewelry LA, to talk about discipline, purpos...Show More
5) Faith Over Comfort: Finding Purpose, Calling & True Success ft. Aaron Ophaug | Ep. 88
What does it really mean to live with purpose — to answer your calling, lead with faith, and find meaning beyond success? In this soul-stirring episode, I sit down with Pastor Aaron Ophaug — leader, s...Show More
Faith Over Comfort: Finding Purpose, Calling & True Success ft. Aaron Ophaug | Ep. 88
1:04:13 | Nov 3rd, 2025
6) Faith, Fear & Building a $600M Empire ft. Edwin Arroyave | Ep. 87
What does it really take to build a $600M empire while staying true to your faith, family, and values? In this powerful conversation, Edwin Arroyave — entrepreneur, leader, and visionary — is back on ...Show More
7) The Mindset Shift From Marine to Million-Dollar Success ft. Andrew Cruz | Ep. 86
From the discipline of the U.S. Marine Corps to building multiple successful businesses, Andrew Cruz has mastered the art of focus, growth, and creating lasting impact. In this powerful conversation, ...Show More
The Mindset Shift From Marine to Million-Dollar Success ft. Andrew Cruz | Ep. 86
1:01:48 | Oct 14th, 2025
8) We Are BACK! The Parables Podcast Relaunch with Ejay Cruz | EP. 85
THE PARABLES PODCAST IS BACK — 5 Years Later. I left my 12-year nursing career, built a life in entrepreneurship, launched a podcast that changed my world — then life tested me in ways I never expect...Show More
9) 084 Serving Those Who Served w/ Roland Vandenberg
USMC Veteran and entrepreneur Roland Vandenberg , owner of Romeo Echo Real Estate, shares his story and passion to end veteran suicide with his non-profit, Operation Jump 22.Thank you to our sponsor P...Show More
10) 083 Automation & Systems w/ Nick Fitzgerald
U.S. Army Veteran turned entrepreneur Nick Fitzgerald went from opening gyms to becoming an e-com genius, running an 8-figure business and working with some of the top influencer brands today. Looking...Show More