The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas

You’re Focused on the Result, That’s Why You’re Still Losing

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You’re not losing because you lack talent. You’re losing because you’re focused on the wrong thing. Most people obsess over results — the mon...

Your Gift Already Opened The Door - You Got Lazy And Let It Close #532

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your gift already opened the door. The question is: did you get lazy and let it close? In this episode, ET ( The Hip Hop Preacher), and the guys brea...

Is That What YOU Want? (Or What They Want For You?) #531

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What do you REALLY want? Not what society tells you to want. Not what you think you should want. What does YOUR heart actually desire? In this raw ...

Being Almost Successful Is the Most Dangerous Place You Can Be | S2S Ep. 530

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Being close isn't the same as being there — and ET knows exactly what that feels like. In this episode, CJ and ET get raw about the "almost zone": w...

Don't Start a Business Until You Watch This - Wrong Partners Will Destroy You | S2S Ep. 529

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The wrong business partner will cost you everything. Here's how to know who to trust. Most businesses fail not because of a bad idea, bad product, or...

She Cut Her Hair Without Asking - We Called The WIVES In | Fair or Foul? #528

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

💇‍♀️ She cut her hair SHORT without warning. He feels blindsided. Who's wrong? When does a "personal decision" stop being personal in a marr...

👉 Most People Fail Because They Follow the Rules (That Weren’t Made for Them) #525

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t fail because they lack effort. They fail because they follow rules and advice that were never designed for their real life. In th...

Why Most People Never Become Their Best Self (Even Though They Have the Potential) #526

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent. They fail because they can’t sustain excellence. In this powerful episode of the Secret to Succe...

Every Result Has a Belief Behind It #525

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people think belief is a feeling. This episode makes a different case. Your beliefs are visible — not in what you say, but in the results you ...

Why Most People Never Become Their Best Self (Even Though They Have the Potential) #524

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent. They fail because they can’t sustain excellence. In this powerful episode of the Secret to Succe...

Why Everyone’s Talking About the Chicago Bears Right Now — And What It Shows About Turnarounds #524

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone’s talking about the Chicago Bears right now (or at least Jemal thinks so), and while a new coach matters, the real shift runs deeper. This...

Why Most People Fail After They Start Winning #523

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent, intelligence, or opportunity. They fail because no one around them tells the truth. In this episod...

This Is What They’re Not Telling You About Winning This Year #522

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This year doesn’t need more motivation. It needs clarity, discipline, and intention. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, Eric Thomas ...

Laughs, Lessons & Real Talk | Our 2025 S2S Recap

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As 2025 comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to look back. This episode is a collection of some of our favorite moments from the Secret to Su...

You’re Doing the Work But Still Stuck — Here's the Problem

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Be honest — what’s something you’ve been consistent at… but haven’t seen results from yet?” You can do the right things and still be h...

Feeling Stuck in a Dark Place? This Is Why Your Life Isn’t Changing | S2S 519

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If life feels heavy, confusing, or just stuck… you’re not broken. You’re not cursed. You’re not “falling behind.” You’re in a phase nobo...

How Your Ego Is Killing Your Success | S2S 518

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t fail because they lack talent— they fail because their ego keeps putting them in positions they’re not built for. This episod...

Exploited: The Real Price of Staying a Consumer

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Life keeps bullying you because you keep handing over the power. Your habits, your phone, your job, your fears, your past — all of it is pushing you...

Bully the Bully: Why You Keep Getting Pushed Around in Life | S2S 516

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re letting people with zero track record tell you how to run your life. And the wild part? Half of them couldn’t survive doing what YOU do for...

Stop Being Emotional—It’s Why You Keep Losing Money | 515

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your feelings keep driving your finances, you’re paying an invisible tax. In this episode we break down how to regulate emotions, demand receipts...

Stop Chasing Happy: Build Serenity That Lasts | S2S 514

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether your team is 1–5 or your home feels out of rhythm, this episode gives you the playbook: peace over moods, standards over scoreboard, purpose...

What ET Told the Baltimore Ravens that Could Change Your Life | S2S 513

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The week the Ravens were 1–5 and about to face Chicago, ET walked into Baltimore’s locker room with a message—not hype, a standard. Jemal, a l...

From Supporter to Slayer—Become the One Who Hunts

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stop helping. Own the kill. For years, helping felt noble—but that was Level 1. In this episode, Karl opens up about his shift from approval-seeking...

You Didn’t Play Big & Lose—You Played Small & Won | S2S 511

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drop your North Star in one sentence below. If you can’t say it in a line, you can’t live it in a year! Are you doing everything and going nowher...

510 - You can't win like this!

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t lose because they’re not talented—they lose because they’re scattered. In this episode, the guys break down why doing nine t...

509 - The Comparison That’s Destroying You

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful continuation of last week’s conversation, the S2S crew dives deep into the truth about circles, ego, and why so many people stay st...

508 - The #1 Thing Your Kids Need More Than Money

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Parents think the best gift they can give their kids is money. But the truth? Money alone isn’t enough. In this powerful episode of the Secret to S...

507 - 👉 Why Stress Is Killing You (And How to Eliminate It)

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chronic stress is silently killing your energy, focus, and health. In this episode, learn how to eliminate stress, gain mental clarity, and thrive. ...

506 - The Real Reason You’re Still Broke: Stop Listening to the Wrong People

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go deep on why most people stay stuck financially and personally. From Cracker Barrel’s brandin...

505 - Stop Drifting: The 70/30 Rule That Keeps You From Going Broke

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re not intentional with money, marriage, or business, you’ll accidentally end up broke. 💥 In this episode of the Secret to Success Podc...

504 - F* the Anchor? Why Most People Drift Through Life...

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

F* the Anchor. Yeah, we said it. But it’s not what you think. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal break down w...

503 - Praying Won’t Fix Stupid Habits (Here’s What Will)

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You keep praying for a better life — more money, a better marriage, peace of mind — but nothing changes. Why? Because prayer won’t fix stupid ha...

502 - Stop Holding It In - You’re Destroying Your Relationships

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You think staying quiet is keeping the peace — but it’s killing your marriage, your friendships, and your opportunities. In this raw conversation ...

501 - 😳 The Real Reason People Cut You Off (Even If You’ve Been Loyal)

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why do people cut you off even after years of loyalty? In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jamal break down a truth mo...

🎉 500 Episodes Later… The Biggest S2S Podcast Party EVER (LIVE!) 🎉

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 500 EPISODES! 🔥 Join Eric Thomas (ET), CJ, Karl, and Jemal for a LIVE celebration of 500 episodes of the Secret to Success Podcast! This isn’...

499 - The Rich Get Richer Because of THIS Mentality

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the guys go all in on the mindset shift required to break out of survival mode. They challenge the t...

498 - It’s Not What They Teach. It’s How They Think.

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got more access to information than any generation in history — so why are most people still stuck? In this powerful episode, the guys bre...

497 - This Is Why She Doesn’t Talk to You Anymore

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dede is back — and she’s not holding back. In one of the rawest episodes we’ve ever recorded, Dede and Candis join CJ and Eric for an unfiltere...

496 - How Serving in Africa Changed Our Lives Forever | The Power of Simplicity & One Accord

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Karl returns from a life-changing mission trip to Kenya — but what started as a service project turned into a soul reset. In this episode, the guys ...

495 - You Don’t Need Talent ... You Need Habits

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people want the rewards of success, but aren’t willing to do what it takes. In this episode, CJ drops a powerful analogy: the habits of the g...

494 - The Hidden Strength In Your DNA: Lessons From Ghana

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the fellas take you straight to the Motherland — recording live from Ghana! From the emotional walk through Cape Coast Castle to the pow...

493 - You Think You're Ready? You Can’t Even Take Feedback

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are your feelings stopping your future? In this episode, the guys break down why so many people stay stuck — not because of a lack of skill or oppo...

492 - We Almost Lost My Dad… But a Decision Made 30 Years Ago Saved Him

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you're forced to make the hardest decision of your life… and you only have minutes to decide? In this deeply emotional episode, J...

491 - Be Careful Who You Interlock With 😅

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What starts as a quick story about turbulence on a flight turns into a hilarious debate:When a random stranger reaches for your hand… What do you do...

490 - Your Vision Might Be a Lie: Here’s How to Know

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This might be the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. What if the vision you're chasing isn't even real? What if you're frustrated, not because...

489 - Delusion Is Costing You Everything

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re not stuck because of your job, your past, or your partner… You’re stuck because of the lies you believe about yourself. In this episode,...

488 - 💥 The Awkward Talk Every Couple MUST Have (Before It’s Too Late!)

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, the crew dives into a raw, awkward, but absolutely necessary conversation: what happens when your partner ...

487 - Secondhand Divorce: How Other People's Marriages Are Wrecking Yours

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You ever wonder why your healthy marriage still feels heavy? In this episode, the guys get real about the weight of being the “strong couple” in ...

486 - Stop Saving People Who Don’t Want to Be Saved

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🔊 Episode Description: This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, Eric Thomas and CJ go all the way in. If you’ve ever been the person holding ...

485 - Dreaming Big? You’re Still Missing One Thing

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got big dreams. You’ve got ambition. So why does your life still feel off? In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Jemal,...

484 - One Check Away from Broke: Why You’re Not Ready for What’s Coming

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people don’t realize their real stress isn’t the layoff, the diagnosis, or the bad news — it’s the fact that everything in their life is ...

483 - He Made Me President… of Nothing?! 😂 The Story That Started It All! | S2S483

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

CJ shares the hilarious and inspiring moment Eric Thomas made him “President” of a company that didn’t even exist yet — with nothing but a vin...

482 - You’re Not Broke… You’re Just Not in Control

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🚨 Your life is out of control… but it doesn’t have to be! 🚨 Most people let outside forces—the economy, their job, even the government—...

481 - Stop Being Soft – Turn Your Pain Into Power

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Secret to Success podcast, we’re diving deep into the mindset shift that separates the weak from the unsto...

480 - How to Thrive When Life Gets Hard

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Secret to Success podcast, CJ, Dr. King, and Douglas hold nothing back as they challenge you to face adversi...

479 - 🚨 They Tried to Silence Us… But We Came Back Stronger! 🚨

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 They counted us out, but we didn’t fold. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, we’re getting REAL about setbacks, resilience, and...

478 - 🔥 You’re Chasing the WRONG Thing! The Mindset Shift That Changes EVERYTHING 🔥

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people chase money, thinking it will bring them happiness—only to feel unfulfilled. In this eye-opening episode of the Secret to Success Podcas...

477 - DEION SANDERS & LAVAR BALL WERE RIGHT… AND YOU LAUGHED! 😳

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🚨 They weren’t lucky. They weren’t just “gifted.” Deion Sanders & LaVar Ball played the LONG GAME—strategically paving the way for their ...

476 - Deion Sanders’ Secret to Success REVEALED! (Most People Will NEVER Get This

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🚨 They weren’t lucky. They weren’t just “gifted.” Deion Sanders & LaVar Ball played the LONG GAME—strategically paving the way for their ...

475 - 🔥 The HARSH TRUTH About Leadership They Won’t Tell You!

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Dr. Adam Downes dive into the brutal truth about leadership, success, and...

474 - Championship Leadership: Lessons from Saban, Standards, and the Process

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, Karl, CJ, ET, and special guest Dr. Adam Downes dive deep into what it takes to build a championship cultu...

473 - How to Build a Winning Team with Family & Friends: Lessons from 20 Years of Success

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, we’re diving into the blueprint of building a successful team with family and friends. CJ, Karl, and ET,...

472 - From $40K to $380K: The Producer Mindset That Changes Everything! 🏠💡

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Transforming a vacant property into a $380K opportunity is more than just a real estate win—it's a lesson in vision and execution! 🚀 Join CJ, Kar...

471 - Unlock Confidence, Conquer Fear & Transform Your Health

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? This episode of the Secret to Success Podcast is packed with transformative insights to help YOU break free fro...

470 - The Blueprint for 2025: Top 10 Success Principles to Elevate Your Year

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to dominate 2025? In this powerhouse episode, we’re laying out the ultimate success blueprint from 2024 to help you crush your goals and maxim...

469 - Best of 2024 – A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Listeners

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared together in 2024. In this special episode, w...

468 - Stop Letting Negativity Destroy Your Dreams

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Turn Every Setback into Success! In this powerful episode, E.T. and the guys dive deep into invaluable lessons from Joseph's life. Discover how vision...

467 - The $8 Million Janitor: Secrets of Slow Wealth

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the powerful story of the $8 million janitor who built incredible wealth through patience and smart investing. In this eye-opening episode, w...

Why Your Success Timeline is a Dangerous Lie

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why do most people quit too soon? In this raw and powerful episode about success timelines, ET reveals the dangerous lie many believe about achievemen...

465 - The Secret to Competitive Stamina: Overcoming Life’s Setbacks with Leadership and Grit

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we unlock "The Secret to Competitive Stamina: Overcoming Life’s Setbacks with Leadership and Grit." Whether you’re tackling chal...

464 - Why Most People Will NEVER Be Free

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful continuation from last week's episode, the S2S crew dives deep into the real meaning of responsibility and freedom. Eric shares how e...

463 - How to Turn Your Setbacks Into Wins: The Power of Making It Personal

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, we dive deep into the lessons that transformed a struggling football team into winners after years o...

462 - Stop Letting Others Control Your Success

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s powerful episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the crew dives deep into the concept of seeing yourself as your greatest asset. Di...

461 - Built in the Fire: Stories of Grit, Faith & Ultimate Transformation

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 461 of the Secret to Success podcast, CJ hosts a raw and powerful conversation with Jeremy Anderson and Jessica Lundy, exploring the highs,...

460 - Your Dream Life Starts Now: Write It, Believe It, Achieve It

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the S2S podcast, the crew dives deep into the power of writing down your vision—just like you did with your childhood Christmas list. W...

459 - Why Chasing Validation Is Like Eating Cotton Candy

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful episode of the Secret to Success podcast, CJ, ET and Karl discuss the power of feedback, the importance of listening to those aroun...

458 - Faith, Vision & Moving Forward: Secrets to Restoring Your Belief

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, CJ and Jemal dive deep into faith, vision, and pushing forward, even when life feels uncertain. With...

457 - The GPS of Success: Stop Letting Feelings Drive Your Decisions

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jemal dive deep into the idea of making decisions based on feelings versus staying...

456 - The Motown Blueprint: What Barry Gordy & Smokey Robinson Taught Us About Success

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Secret to Success podcast, ET, CJ, Karl, and Jamal break down the legendary partnership between Barry Gordy and Smokey...

455 - Change Your Life with This Breathing Hack! 🧘‍♂️

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the "Secret to Success" podcast, CJ hosts an engaging conversation featuring co-host Karl Wesley Phillips, Dr. King, ET and special...

454 - Warning: This Integrity Lesson Could Change Your Life

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of Secrets to Success, we're diving deep into the transformative power of integrity and consistency, no matter what life throws...

453 - The Hidden Cost of External Validation

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 Ready to uncover "The Hidden Cost of External Validation"? Join Eric Thomas, CJ, Karl, and Jemal as they dive deep into the power of internal vis...

452 - Why 'Small Wins' Matter More Than You Think

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Secret to Success (S2S) podcast, we explore a powerful shift in mindset: focusing on small, consistent wins instead of w...

451 - The Secret to Overcoming Fear & Rejection

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success podcast, ET and the crew tackle one of the biggest obstacles to achieving your dreams—fear and rejection. D...

450 - 🚨 Stop Being Afraid to Speak Up! Here's Why 🚨

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of holding back and not getting the respect you deserve? It's time to STOP being afraid to speak up for yourself! This week's episode of...

449 - Stop Dreaming, Start Doing: The Power of Decisions

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this empowering episode, ET emphasizes the importance of making decisions that drive your desires. Too often, people focus on what they want withou...

448 - The Honest Truth: Why Adults Struggle with Real Change

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Secret to Success podcast, we dive deep into why so many of us desire change but resist the actual process. Raw honesty challen...

447 - Why You’re Not Achieving Your Goals - The Brutal Truth

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 Are you tired of not achieving your goals? Want to know the brutal truth behind why you're stuck? Join Eric Thomas, the renowned Hip Hop Preacher...

446 - The Risk That Isn’t: How to make Bold Decisions

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to make bold decisions and ignite your power, your purpose, and your why? Join Eric Thomas, the renowned Hip Hop Preacher, and the S2S c...

445 - The Real Secret to Lasting Legacy Revealed in Egypt

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this empowering episode, the crew delves into their transformative experiences, taking you on a journey from the awe-inspiring pyramids to the prof...

444 - 🔴 The Hard Truth About Work-Life Balance for Couples 🔴

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 Are you ready to uncover the raw and unfiltered truth about the struggles of working moms? This isn't just another episode; it's a revelation tha...

443 - Secrets to a Blissful Marriage: Camille & Candis Reveal All

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to uncover the secrets to a blissful marriage? Join CJ and Jemal as they welcome Candis and Camille to the S2S podcast! They open up about how t...

442 - 🔥 The #1 Reason People Fail at Self-Assessment 😩

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 The #1 Reason People Fail at Self-Assessment 😩 Join Eric Thomas, the renowned Hip Hop Preacher, and the S2S crew as they dives deep into the ...

441 - The Secret to Always Staying Happy

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of chasing happiness through material things? 🏠🚗 Forget the superficial and dive into what truly brings joy and fulfillment! Join ...

440 - Why Focusing on Yourself is the Key to Success

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Secret to Success Podcast, Eric Thomas and the crew dive into some of their most entertaining and enlightening home improvement...

439 - Why Job Security is Ruining Your Freedom!

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to break free from the chains of job security and embrace true freedom? 🚀 Discover how focusing on life security can unlock unparalle...

438 - Is Your Wife a Queen or Your Income Stream?

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

🔥 Is Your Wife a Queen or Income Stream? 🔥 Jemal responds to critics about his comments about having his wife retire at a young age. Join the gu...

437 - Don't Make Your Wife Work! Jemal's Controversial Take!

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Secrets to Success Podcast with Eric Thomas, CJ, Jemal, and Karl! Building upon last week's discussion, they reveal the profound t...

436 - Transform Your Life by Embracing Pressure, Not Avoiding It!

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to transform your life by embracing pressure instead of running from it? Discover how turning challenges into opportunities can lead to ...

435 - Vision to Reality: Keeping Faith When Things Get Tough

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to turn your Vision into Reality, even when the odds seem stacked against you? Dive into this powerful episode of the Secrets to Success...