Chasing Fame and Finding Emptiness ft. Michael Gazzo
The Dad Edge Podcast
Larry Hagner
4.8 • 1.5K Ratings
🗓️ 19 May 2025
⏱️ 68 minutes
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Summary
Have you ever achieved your biggest dreams, only to find they leave you feeling empty?
What happens when the spotlight fades, and you're left facing the shadows within?
Today, Larry Hagner sits down with Michael Gazzo—a platinum DJ, internationally touring musician, and now a transformational coach with a story that's as captivating as his music. From remixing for pop icons like Ariana Grande to rocking global stages, Michael Gazzo seemingly had it all—until he realized external success couldn't fill the void within.
Michael Gazzo bravely opens up about the hidden battles behind the fame: the crushing burnout, the allure of the party scene, and the relentless pursuit of validation from the outside world. He shares deeply personal turning points, including a transformative silent meditation retreat in Hong Kong and confronting his deepest fears during days-long darkness retreats.
Through these intense experiences, Michael Gazzo learned the profound power of pausing, looking inward, and finally healing the wounds he'd been running from since childhood.
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In this raw and insightful conversation, we dig into:
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The honest realities of chasing your dreams and the unexpected emptiness that can follow.
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The courage it takes to confront long-buried childhood wounds and begin the journey of healing.
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The transformative power of authentic brotherhood and finding support in unexpected places.
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Michael Gazzo's perspective on fatherhood and the importance of vulnerability in raising the next generation.
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Practical insights on creating meaningful and lasting change, both in your own life and for your children.
If you're a dad, a dreamer, or anyone on a path of self-discovery seeking purpose beyond achievement, Michael Gazzo's story and wisdom will resonate deeply, offering a powerful reminder that true fulfillment comes from looking within.
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| 0:00.0 | Welcome to the Dad Edge podcast. The Dad Edge movement creates leaders of men, leaders of families, and leaders of communities. We will not only impact this generation of fathers, but the next generation as well. The kids we are raising will have better chances and odds stacked in their favor because of the amazing example |
| 0:21.2 | that their fathers emulated for them. We are here to change the world. We are here to change |
| 0:27.5 | relationships. We are here to positively disrupt this generation of fathers so no man goes to their |
| 0:33.5 | grave with regret. We disrupt the drift of busyness and replace it with razor-focused |
| 0:39.1 | intention, passion, |
| 0:41.4 | purpose, and direction. |
| 0:43.7 | We are the Dad Edge |
| 0:45.4 | and we're here to change |
| 0:47.3 | the game. |
| 0:47.8 | We're here to change the game. |
| 1:12.5 | I Hey, if you're a man, husband or father, who's ever felt like the world thinks that you're winning, but inside, you're wondering what it's all really for. |
| 1:14.8 | This episode is for you. |
| 1:15.9 | What's up, gentlemen? |
| 1:16.9 | My name's Larry Hagner. |
| 1:20.1 | I am the host and founder of this podcast, this show and movement. |
| 1:21.4 | I hope you guys are doing well. |
| 1:23.3 | First of all, just a big shout out. And thank you guys for reviewing the show and sharing the show. |
| 1:26.3 | We continue to stay within the top three |
| 1:29.5 | podcasts for dads in the world. And that's all due to you guys. So thank you very much for the positive |
| 1:34.5 | feedback. Thank you for sharing the show. Thank you for listening to the show. I know your time's |
| 1:38.6 | valuable. So I always try to bring you guys a great guest like I have today, like the celebrity guest I have |
| 1:43.4 | today. His name is Michael |
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