this is this kind of interview of a genuine person who just sits there with no intention of promoting themselves, their new book, their online course or whatever. Just a man telling his story... no pitch, no marketing storytelling, no "personal branding"... Thank you.
In all videos you can note that Noah it's old school when respecting older people, he just respect them highly. I believe he has been very touched with this interview
I noticed that too and it was incredible…I wanted to hear this man’s thoughts. It was coming from his heart. What a moving movement and he allowed for it with his silence. Wow.
When I was a young man, my best friend had attended a funeral of a very wealthy family friend who had much family drama surrounding his death. After the funeral, he said to me: “Wealthy people don’t suffer any less - they just get to do it in nicer clothes” Lesson learned. Much thanks to your guest for sharing his pain.
As an entrepreneur and a father who has lost a son I both relate to this gentleman and admire him. Likely because I find community in him. I find great truth in his words.
The best part of this interview was when he said that that grief enlarges your heart and makes you more aware of suffering. Beautiful interview and a great man. Thank you
Successful trading is all about knowledge, experience and discipline, and you can achieve these virtues from anywhere with access to the markets. You can go anywhere and do anything you want, and still bring home money. What's better than going on vacation AND making money?
This is the problem! Most times people with little or no knowledge of the market try investing by themselves. It once happened to me, then I learned my lesson and contacted a US-based finance consultant by name Eleanor Johnston Sorensen and everything changed. In in the first quarter of this year i made $370k and counting.
first step to successful investing is figuring out your goals and risk tolerance either on your own or with the help of a financial professional but is very advisable you make use of a professional like I did. If you get the facts about saving and investing and follow through with an intelligent plan, you should be able to gain financial security over the years and enjoy the benefits of managing your money
absolutely! I can learn a lot about "listening" to others (not just hearing) from this video. Noah didn't even look away from Michael when things got deep. Watch 15:46
I see what Michael meant about his heart becoming bigger; deep pain does carve out space in your heart, that you can fill, with empathy, compassion, understanding and kindness. The filling up however , starts when you stop fighting the hurt and trying to heal the wound with scars , of resentment and anger. Hard things teach you stuff while they are hurting you. I’m still trying to figure out the lessons from having my oldest son being in poor mental health for almost half his life so far. I am inspired to keep holding up, as you have done, thank you for your wisdom
Im in the tanker industry About 20 years ago a company i worked for chartered out one of Michael's vessels - i was tasked with managing it. The vessel was amazing and so well looked after - my boss at the time told me these guys operate amazing vessels - so nice to watch this. Bravo
Which is very very good bcz a well maintained ship can save crew lives. My friend used to work in big ships also (cargo) he told me how ship maintenance was basically just above passing garde . It was depressing grimmy ship . And god forgive if it ever had to face sea storm .
@@Snp2024 the vessels were ex-Chevron owned and essentially over-specced but as such well built ( in Japan) - he purchased them 2nd hand and continued to maintain to a high spec.
A whole lot of elderly are: It's a tragedy of modern society that we no often longer seem to appreciate the substantial life experience of the elderly and instead often see it as a liability, given how fast life/societal advancement now moves. In pretty much all pre-modern societies, people like this man would be greatly respected BECAUSE of all that experience.
@@Wasserkaktus exactly. speaks to the gen that came up with the “ok boomer” insult. Other societies/times past respect elders and values their wisdom and life experiences. Our society mocks them and their intelligence for not knowing with instagram is, like that is actual wisdom. They are instantly idiots and to be ignored, because they’ve lived on this planet the longest . Sad state we are in.
This man gets accidentally famous because of our attraction to wealth and then gives us a lesson on it. And this without rubbing it in our faces - got to respect that. Thanks.
ya so much wisdom, i like the plastic band analogy, some days we can take risks but then come back in again to normal and also to do it, a lot of the fear is in our heads, i am new to driving and i decided to travel in the big city today with loads of lanes and highways and motorways, i feared for days about todays trip, but i did it and God saw me through, All Glory to Him.
@@Jazz-fg2dm This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this a fascinating irony.
@@rafaelw8115 You are right, having your youth and vitality is priceless. Most people don't appreciate the value of it until they get old and would give up every last dime they have to get it back.
@@rafaelw8115 well of course he’s not happy. He lost his beloved son tragically and violently. I don’t think “body shape” is his top priority. Sounds like you need to re-think your own priorities. Did you even watch the interview??? This man is WELL aware of mortality. Get a clue.
@@rafaelw8115 Some of what you ask is in the interview. If you want those answers just watch it... especially before commenting and assuming you know hot happy he would be. SMH
The fact that he understood his sons death as a painful gift... ❤... That he understands everything in life is a lesson and instead of falling into deep dispair and staying there he grew and went on to help others is impressive. Takes strength and tenacity.
“The only thing worse than the way that we felt, would be if we didn’t feel that way…” wow…. I was blown away by this gem… this man been through it. Much respect to this man for continuing to move forward
Totally agree. Really makes you long for a time when you didn’t live in such a commercial-success driven culture, but just a culture where you want a decent life and to make a name for yourself in whatever it is you want to do. Hard work, family, successful business. And he speaks so simply and elegantly about really painful complicated parts of life…
@@11235but and you do? I've been on the wrong end of plenty of downsizing. All guys like that do is squeeze the people that do the work. Just parasites, billionaires add no value to the world, like an intestinal worm.😡
Mr. Hudner is so self aware. He is a walking encyclopedia of how to deal with life’s issues. I would love to say “thank you for sharing your profound insight.”
I have seen many fathers disinheriting their children from family's wealth. So, no. He has accepted his son's death and realistically knows that it's futile trying to give up billion dollars to get him back.
Why being proud of destroying the planet with OIL trading and overconsumption? America has caused most of the OIL Shipping accidents in the world just to get more OIL to get a better army and their population to become more obese with overconsumption 😅
@@Lemariecooper Thats very subjective mindset, earning passive income is not the way of being successful in life. A lot of hollywoods actors have been destroyed because of that. reach for your goals and find a job that suits you. The point in life is to work hard, so you can support yourself emotional and financial to the day you leave this earth :)
Powerful dialog. I lost a daughter recently tragically and I know exactly how important it is live forward, and in doing so I honor my beautiful,daughter. She would expect me to be courageous and make a difference everyday in my life. It’s a challenge. Really enjoyed his perspective on living with loss. Wonderful interview!
“People that say they never had a chance never took a chance.” That’s a line right there. This whole thing was amazingly moving. I did not expect this today. Great job my friend. Thanks for doing this work
This resonated with me. Also when he said that people have lust but no dreams. Lust is 'luxuria' in Latin. People desire to experience luxury but not to really try out things. Probably because they are discouraged by something. Like I've always been.
I need at least $2m today to be considered 'wealthy' 20 years ago, the definition of wealth was nowhere near $2m, and in 20 years time, this amount may not be enough, however I do agree that one has to start somewhere, hence I now look to the stock market to fuel my goal.
wise observation, for many years equities and some fixed-income assets have produced yields needed to provide solid income for financial needs, the importance of mitigating risks could be why investors are turning towards advisors for guidance
Agreed, I've always delegated my excesses to an advisor, since suffering major portfolio loss early 2020, amid covid outbreak. I'm now semi-retired and only work 7.5 hours a week, with barely 25% short of my $1m retirement goal after subsequent investments to date.
bravo! mind sharing info of your invt- advisor please? tried learning few strategies to profit in this current market, but all of that flew right over my head
excellent share, curiously inputted Judith B Richards on the internet, spotted her consulting page ranked top and was able to schedule a call session. Ive seen commentaries about advisors but not one looks this phenomenal
There's no such thing as a good bllionaire. They're all horrible people that steal it from the people that work for them and the general public. They are the enemy.
Sharing such a private moment with strangers was so therapeutic to all people involved. Having or not having money is irrelevant. Being a good person and providing for your family is key.
OMG. This interview is just gold. I find Michael Hudner just so transparent, and every single word coming of his mouth is a lesson in what it takes to become successful.
As a father, and as a man who shares very similar values as this gentlemen, I'm in awe of his depth and calmness of spirit. He is a truly wonderful individual.
“Most people have a lust, they don’t have a dream” this was a powerful statement coming from this man because he’s spot on. I would almost bet that the majority of the folks out here today have a “lust” mentality for something (money, power, etc) very few actually have a genuine “passion” to pursue & live out their dreams. It is why many many businesses fail & don’t end up making it. Lust gets you nowhere.
I'd say most people let their dreams be replaced by those vague lusts for money, power, etc. You see some who whole heartedly pursue their dreams but those dreams dont necessarily make you wealthy nor popular.
This was an incredible interview. TONS OF GOLDEN NUGGETS from this man. When I use to work at a hospital my favorite thing to do was always talk with the elders that were there. They love to talk and share their experiences and the lessons they've learned in their lifetime. This reminds me how much we can learn from those who have come before us and how we tend to just neglect them.
Love how humble this man is. There is something about an old man talking about what he achieved and making it sound like "it is what it is" and how they made mistakes and got "lucky" and made decisions not knowing the outcomes.
because as life is coming to a close, things become more clear. Fancy cars and fancy houses are empty pursuits. Once you get em, they remain fun for only a small amount of time and often soon just become another thing to maintain and often become a burden. To me life is about simply living an honest, fair, empathic life. I always tell my wife, whom I have known since childhood, when I pass if the vast majority of people simply say, " He was a nice guy" , well to me that is a life well-lived.
What if it happens when you are young, you wouldn't be able to justify yourself are you just an escapist or you truly see life for what it is. To justify oneself not society, one goes throw all to see if there is something. Wise People like these have guts and they just re-validate that there is nothing in there but It highly impacts the drive which is required to achieve these things and then you do things half-heartedly. Sometimes I wish I could also enjoy bliss of ignorance. Because whatever you do in this ignorance it is also part of, "it is what it is" is when you grow old. "Lost are those who think they found themselves". Life is not about finding out but just to be, play to win but ok to lose.
I’d bet you that this man would trade every cent of his fortune to have his son back. I know I would if I were in his position. This interview is a great example that you never know what battle another human being is fighting from the outside, based on what you see.
yea and if i saw Elon Musk trapped in a raft floating on the ocean, about to die of thirst, you think i could charge him $400 million for a cold gatorade>? hed pay it in a second.
Fantastic interview. What a special special guy. Honestly you would walk by a guy like this on the street and never know what an absolute gem of a human being he was. You did it sir. You did it.
I was so touched to see this man be so honest which was deeply compassionate towards his son and all humanity. My father rejected receiving the cremated ashes of his bipolar alcoholic son who committed suicide. Night and day this man and my father …who provided but did not protect his family, did not get real help for his son when he could have the first time he tried to kill himself at 19.
Losing a child is by far the most painful and difficult challenge any parent can ever experience. And there is never full closure -- it is carried through a lifetime. Mr. Hudner is one very courageous individual and I will keep referencing this video for quite some time. Blessings!
The drive that this man had to make a living and the drive he has to carry on and be strong and helpful to others from the lost of his son are extremely impressive. I've always said we have to play the cards we're dealt ,you either play or you don't.
What a delightful man. Wise. Grounded. And I love people who are true entrepreneurs like him. They have a passion and they chase the passion, and then the money just comes.
@@VicDamoneJr82 long story. i had one kid. but didn't have more yet because i'm not in a good relationship. but my kid is great. but i think all parents worry about their kids
Michael Hudner, you are a remarkable person and an example for taking your pain and making it into something noble, and holding your values and a positive outlook on life and all it entails. You should be proud. I’m sure you’ve helped many people, more than you realize. And to you, Noah, I don’t know one interviewer that would have had, as you did, the sensitivity and constraint to respect the person and let he have his moment to pause, to catch his breath and to continue on to conclude his thoughts at his own pace, on an emotional matter. Very respectful.
This was amazing! I stumbled on this video, got dragged by it’s title and all of the sudden I was getting a life lesson that I was much in need of. My wife and I have been going through a lot regarding our daughter’s mental health and hearing Mr. Hudner’s story about his son was enlightening. As a bonus, his view on what money represents, or should, reinforced my own beliefs. Thank you so much for this opportunity. This is the kind of material that makes the internet worth, despite all the garbage it produces. Greetings from Porto Alegre, Brazil!
This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this ironic and fascinating.
You should look up the principle of «coincidence of wants», it explains what money is pretty well, to summarize: It’s to avoid the issue of bartering which occurs when someone has something you want, but they don’t want what you’re trading for it.
Don’t know you. Don’t know him. But how PROFOUNDLY POWERFUL was it for you to literally just run across him on a street. Your gut, your innate curiosity led to this interview. Thank you for exhibiting patience and compassion during this interview. He NEEDED this. His story about his son was humbling and inspiring. He continues to live with purpose due to his “painful love” for his son. His purpose to help others all resulting from his wealth creation. It’s not about money. It’s about purpose! What a wonderful interview. Continue to follow your gut, be curious and genuinely interested in others. 💚
This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this ironic and fascinating.
I don't want to be a pessimist, but rather a realist here and state that the interview could've been planned and locked in place already before he "met" the guy in the street. In other words, it could've been scripted. Very common in "reality TV" and such.
This gentleman has all the qualities I value in a man. His success isn’t based nor in randomess or merely luck. Is a result of his endurance and insight of life. Thank you for such a real, open and raw conversation.
What a man, want to know what a man is and how to conduct yourself in life. Noah, fantastic interview and letting him speak and talk about his son without interrupting
This man had me crying in the car... I love his story. I have three kids, so I'm so sorry for his loss. I felt his words. That said, his story is inspirational. Noah, you did so well on this interview. I love how you navigated everything.
The part where he realizes that being empathetic to others was a gift from his late son was just so sad and beautiful at the same time. The most painful thing for me in the world is probably seeing your kids leave life before you. This interview was truly inspirational.
Reminds me of the book “man search for meaning”, the author survived the nazis concentration campa and observed that the survivors were not the strongest but the ones that found some meaning to want to go on and were able to endure
No is not. Just another billionaire in the world, where everything is almost about profit, greed, and corporatins are killing whole ecosystems (such plankton which produces over 40% of oxygen) in the name of the next year stock price. All about the money. He should have had compasion and understanging way before it, help people along the way, support various charities (animals included), be more pro active with his support (given all the money), and do something good during his life. At the end of his life? Screw it. Just another old guy that suddendly discovered his own mortality, and that money cannot buy everything at the end. And somehow become compassionate about everything else. And suddendly we should be more understanding or feel compasion, considering what is going on in every day life? In a world where people are literally dying because of lack of water, abuse, exploitation, and wars? No. He should have done more, long time ago if he was so compassionate about it. Just another old guy, regreting his life choices, even worse - because he had money to change a lot. Eat the rich, and bring out the guilottine. French had a good approach long time ago.
What a truly wise man. I really felt for him when he was talking about his son. Anyones worst nightmare but he found a way to look at it as a gift! What an amazing outlook. Also loved the analogy of life being like an elastic band. Great interveiw. You always find interesting people and are really good at letting them talk.
its funny u see so many people who became incredibly successful or even the slightest bit of celebrity online become so wrapped up in their BDE persona and success, but this guy just remains so genuine and human throughout.
Noah does a good job of just letting the person talk. And i feel like it would've been a shame for everyone if this guy never got to come on and share his thoughts
This gentleman has positively impacted me, especially with his metaphor about stretching life to its limits but not holding it there. I would love to see this man as the President, a self-made billionaire with actual American values who is humble.
How do you mean self made? Someone enabled his education at least - nothing in isolation is - everything depends on other things. I agree that hes exceptional - no doubt!
Self Made? No such thing. People ALWAYS have help and PLENTY OF LUCK along the way. If you're honest with oneself of course. Most people love to perpetuate the myth of the self made man/woman.
@@homo-sapiens-dubiumobviously 'no man is an island', but he has made his situation on his own whether that is through his honesty and humbleness that other's have seen and invested in and helped him as an individual as well as through his own skills, life experiences, dedication and knowledge. He has been responsible for his destiny.
@@aldozilli1293 I agree with you & taking responsibility is often the key. Still think the concept of "self made" is complete egocentric bullshit. I dont see any contradictions in these two statements.
I can empathize with him regarding his son. We lost our son from the same condition, years of dealing with medications and therapies. It is true, once you have this kind of situation, it teaches you that life is not just about success or material acquisition. In the end, you become richer in terms of compassion and willingness to help others. My goal now is to find balance in life. This is not as easy as it sounds, but at the end of the day, whatever brought you fulfillment with some peace and willingness to keep going, is what matters to me most. Money can get you comfort but not replace dear people in your life whom you have lost, especially children.
I feel this man needed to get this out there in the world like he wanted to help as many people as possible by sharing his life and emotions and it helps bring some humanity to how millionaires are people as well he seems really down to earth
This is one of the most impactful uses of TH-cam, period. Noah has the passion to search out successful people and walk right up to them. Many great stories and interviews. This has to be one of the most fulfilling moments for Michael, his wife, for you and for all of us.
A wealthy man,rich in wisdom and with a golden heart! It can't be better than this. Thank you Mr Hudner for your inspiration and thank you Noah for bringing him on and letting him pour his heart and gems out.
Holy crap. I’ve heard a lot of podcasts and interviews and this is possibly the best one. Just heartbreaking and incredible and so much wisdom…. I would love to hear him again.
I lost my 2-month-old daughter over 12 years ago. And I can say, I know precisely what he's going through and more. You can see the goodness and compassion in him. GREAT INTERVIEW!!!
Even that this interview is for us the audience to get inspired with the possibility to pursue our dreams, It broke my heart and my eyes to tears when he talked about his dead son... It was so real and human. Noah, thank you.
What I love most about this is how lighthearted it starts Hey man you look rich … what do you do And before you know it that innocent question captures the hearts of millions Great episode
"The world has a lot of capital looking for a home" such impactful wisdom condensed in just a short sentence. It hits really hard especially to who (myself included);has an excuse of "but i dont have the capital" Thank you for sharing your wisdom so genuinely !
What an interview! This man has a big heart, and a LOT of wisdom! What a perspective! Please let him know that the community appreciates his story and words of wisdom.
@@justinwyatt8I was thinking something like that. Do old poor people have as much wisdom as him but nobody cares about listening to them because they are poor?.
I have never listened to any interview attentively like this one, don't know how many times I have rewind it to hear every word said, question asked,answers given! Am half way to my dream, financial issues holding me back,I've taken short cuts,I regret,complains for working too hard from my family, I've helped people financially which have put me in even tighter corner. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I've learnt a lot from this interview,thank you so much!!!
Never thought I would cry watching an interview podcast about business. Not only as a father I was greatly moved by the story of the loss of his son and how he dealt with it, but I can totally relate to the motivation to become an entrepreneur. I've been an entrepreneur since the day I got out of college, and never did once my goal was to become no.X richest in where I live. I want a good life of course, but I want to achieve it by doing what I'm passionate about and can have a positive impact on society. So happy to know that a successful person out there (I'm not yet successful) has the same mindset.
This man is the walking proof of the saying: "What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger" I feel for his losses. I Know a lot about loss. I restarted a couple of times before and now I am in this process again but this time everything is different. If you ever heard of Dokkōdō then you know what I mean. Meanwhile I am doing my very best to get to the point where I can stop working early and living a simple and quiet life.
There are millions of them, but they are not online, because they are working, living and breathing real life, having real experiences, solving real challenges. Whereas 90-95% of content online is made by and about, shallow people, sellers, charismatic narcissists, and so on. It is impossible to make a young person understand the importance of listening to a fella like Mr. Hudner, because they don't check any of the success reinforcement checkboxes that currently plague the youth: have designer clothes, own latest cars, devices, talk like a spastic Neanderthal, etc.
@@RomanianRantMachine If you listen to his story, he was all over the place on different career paths for years, and the reasons why he fell into those jobs are probably a story all to themselves. Who knows why he took all those different career paths (sounds very boring to me), but it led him to ultimately becoming incredibly successful. My point being it was almost all luck, combined with having the insight to realize an opportunity when he saw it, and then capitalized on it, doing something unprecedented, and risky. The vast majority of people can't figure any of that out, and I'm definitely one of them (if the majority could, we'd all be billionaires). Society did everything it could to set us up for failure, but they did it intentionally, so I don't feel too bad about being a nobody. I've had nice things. I've had the opportunity to be with beautiful women. It's all an overrated headache. Michael, if you read this, I lost my mom to Glioblastoma a few years back. I feel your pain sir.
@@RomanianRantMachine this is why young people are so messed up. They aren't exposed to real people who have lived through most of their lives already. It's all flashy fake crap online.
@@aab350z , society indeed is shaped in such a way to keep the mases dumb and lost, I fully agree. It is a maze harder to navigate year, by year, because complexity of living in the modern world also grows constantly: more requirements, more options, more fake prophets/fake teachers, more temptations, more obstacles (be it wars, geo-political issues, climate issues, etc). I am so sorry about your mother! I haven't even heard about this condition before and both you and Michael were affected, goes again to show how unfair life is and how non-linear. Wishing you a positive mindset and fortitude to go through everything else life throws in your way sir! Cheers!
@@RomanianRantMachine This. My business ambition at 25 was to become my own boss. I achieved that two years ago at 45. It only took 20 years to reach that goal.
I have a brother, and had a mother (who passed), with schizophrenia. I understand some of his pain and I appreciate what he tells us his son left him with--an ability to grow his empathy and turn it into action. What a painful lesson--all the more reason that his learning it was so humbling and significant. Thank you for sharing that, Michael Hudner. I'm with you in heart. It's a heartbreaking illness.
I love this man, insightful, thoughtful, passionate and compassionate. These are the best people to learn from, people who have been through it… ALL. Not just how to hire, fire, and work the system, but who all knows that there is humanity sitting in the passenger seat for that ride. Thank you, Michael. My heart and hand go out to you.
Compare Michael's values & sincerity with those of today's shallow, self gratifying, attention seeking 'celebrities': almost impossible, he's not only in a different league he's in a different universe! We, and they, can all learn a lot from him. Thank you for sharing this Michael & Noah.
It's beautiful and deeply moving how this man was able to transform the devastating loss of his son into great compassion for others who are suffering.
These comments are just as amazing as the interview. Im so inspired right now to be a better father, provider and human being in general. Absolutely amazing interview and an amazing community. Good luck to all of you in the future!
I don’t know why this made me cry. I suppose it was nice to see that there are authentic people hiding at every echelon of society, even amongst the shipping tycoons of this world.
I lost my 2-month-old daughter over 12 years ago. And I can say, I know precisely what he's going through and more. You can see the goodness and compassion in him. GREAT INTERVIEW!!!
There're certainly a few diamonds and many golden nuggets from this wise man. What a great father honoring his son by becoming charitable and lending hands to the less fortunate. Good guy in my book.
this is this kind of interview of a genuine person who just sits there with no intention of promoting themselves, their new book, their online course or whatever. Just a man telling his story... no pitch, no marketing storytelling, no "personal branding"...
Thank you.
100% right - they aren't trying to SELL you anything which everyone else online is.
absolutely. And it feels so refreshing @@rkalla
Thank you for recognizing that and putting it out to Michael it’s going to make him so much better in his interviews and make his channel number one
Of course :) Are you the editor or part of his team? @@louduncans3867
Amen!!!!
Noah, outstanding that you let Michael speak and not jump in when he is silent, pondering and staying in his emotions. Many thumbs up 👍
In all videos you can note that Noah it's old school when respecting older people, he just respect them highly. I believe he has been very touched with this interview
Phenomenal intuition as an interviewer
Funny thing is I'm about 30-40 minutes away from Narragansett, MA. Went there is summer to Narragansett beach.
I noticed that too and it was incredible…I wanted to hear this man’s thoughts. It was coming from his heart. What a moving movement and he allowed for it with his silence. Wow.
“….We don’t deal the cards 🃏 in life … we have to play them….”
When I was a young man, my best friend had attended a funeral of a very wealthy family friend who had much family drama surrounding his death. After the funeral, he said to me: “Wealthy people don’t suffer any less - they just get to do it in nicer clothes”
Lesson learned. Much thanks to your guest for sharing his pain.
As an entrepreneur and a father who has lost a son I both relate to this gentleman and admire him. Likely because I find community in him. I find great truth in his words.
My condolences 🙏
The best part of this interview was when he said that that grief enlarges your heart and makes you more aware of suffering. Beautiful interview and a great man. Thank you
I agree, it’s a tremendous insight and one that I’m going to remember.
Successful trading is all about knowledge, experience and discipline, and you can achieve these virtues from anywhere with access to the markets. You can go anywhere and do anything you want, and still bring home money. What's better than going on vacation AND making money?
This is the problem! Most times people with little or no knowledge of the market try investing by themselves. It once happened to me, then I learned my lesson and contacted a US-based finance consultant by name Eleanor Johnston Sorensen and everything changed. In in the first quarter of this year i made $370k and counting.
first step to successful investing is figuring out your goals and risk tolerance either on your own or with the help of a financial professional but is very advisable you make use of a professional like I did. If you get the facts about saving and investing and follow through with an intelligent plan, you should be able to gain financial security over the years and enjoy the benefits of managing your money
I am surprised that this name is being mentioned here, I stumbled upon one of her clients testimonies on CNBC news last week
Out of the gate: “I had a passion. Most people have a lust, but they don’t have a dream”. So much insight in just a few words.
Shout out to Noah for letting him talk and not interrupting him during the deep moments
Beautiful interview! I just found this channel and I love it.
That's exactly what I thought. An interviewer who understands it's not about them. Just sat there and let the guy talk. Few and far between.
absolutely! I can learn a lot about "listening" to others (not just hearing) from this video. Noah didn't even look away from Michael when things got deep. Watch 15:46
I see what Michael meant about his heart becoming bigger; deep pain does carve out space in your heart, that you can fill, with empathy, compassion, understanding and kindness. The filling up however , starts when you stop fighting the hurt and trying to heal the wound with scars , of resentment and anger. Hard things teach you stuff while they are hurting you. I’m still trying to figure out the lessons from having my oldest son being in poor mental health for almost half his life so far. I am inspired to keep holding up, as you have done, thank you for your wisdom
That’s right! Good job!
Thats a real man, a gentleman and a great human being. These are the people that made the USA a power house.
They dont make men these days anymore. : (
His mindset is golden. I would trade him for our current president in a heart beat.
A truly great man. Better than most people and selfish politicians these days.
@@mementomori29231 And industrialists too who are basically sociopaths.
@@glutiusmaximus4006 You mean the CHOSEN ONE?
I waited until I was 50 to start my own business. My only regret is waiting until I was 50.
I'm going trough that too. I'm 50 new entrepreneur. I whish you the best of all.
@@antonioromas3124 Im 20 just starting, i whish both the best of all!
You just weren't ready until now
what would you have done different?
I had the same fear at 26, then started a business, and years later I only regret not doing it earlier 😂
Im in the tanker industry About 20 years ago a company i worked for chartered out one of Michael's vessels - i was tasked with managing it. The vessel was amazing and so well looked after - my boss at the time told me these guys operate amazing vessels - so nice to watch this. Bravo
That's interesting facts . One of his strengths Was knowing his business. Thus evidence he ran that business well ❤
Which is very very good bcz a well maintained ship can save crew lives. My friend used to work in big ships also (cargo) he told me how ship maintenance was basically just above passing garde . It was depressing grimmy ship . And god forgive if it ever had to face sea storm .
Thanks for letting us know. Now we know that he walks the walk
@@Snp2024 the vessels were ex-Chevron owned and essentially over-specced but as such well built ( in Japan) - he purchased them 2nd hand and continued to maintain to a high spec.
Awesome to have his approach confirmed, thanks for sharing.
Can you bring this guy back for more? He’s a fountain of wisdom
Didn't you hear?? Everything he has is because of his inherent white privilege.
Absolutely 💯 and he is so Sober Minded and it's serene and a breath of fresh air. Loved it when he emphasized being in a majority of one and happy 🎉🎉🎉
@@normansindana4366 totally at peace within himself......if more of us could be the same.
A whole lot of elderly are: It's a tragedy of modern society that we no often longer seem to appreciate the substantial life experience of the elderly and instead often see it as a liability, given how fast life/societal advancement now moves.
In pretty much all pre-modern societies, people like this man would be greatly respected BECAUSE of all that experience.
@@Wasserkaktus exactly. speaks to the gen that came up with the “ok boomer” insult. Other societies/times past respect elders and values their wisdom and life experiences. Our society mocks them and their intelligence for not knowing with instagram is, like that is actual wisdom. They are instantly idiots and to be ignored, because they’ve lived on this planet the longest . Sad state we are in.
This man gets accidentally famous because of our attraction to wealth and then gives us a lesson on it. And this without rubbing it in our faces - got to respect that. Thanks.
Well said
Loll well said bro
This wasn't an interview, this was therapy.
ya so much wisdom, i like the plastic band analogy, some days we can take risks but then come back in again to normal and also to do it, a lot of the fear is in our heads, i am new to driving and i decided to travel in the big city today with loads of lanes and highways and motorways, i feared for days about todays trip, but i did it and God saw me through, All Glory to Him.
He needed this more than we did.
A deeply moving and impactful interview. Michael is an absolute treasure to this world.
💯
Everything that is good is indistinguishable from therapy
"if you don't have an understanding wife , it's better not to have a wife"
Wise Man
Happy wife happy life….😂
@@pomskylifenova7344 not anymore.
IF YOU NEVER HAD A WIFE YOU ARE A WISE MAN.
No. Better wife better life!
Same with a husband. No husband no kids but If I die that would suck 😂
One of the most humble people I've ever listened to, despite all of the money... we need more billionaires like this absolute gentleman.
This billionaire has suffered great pain in his life ! You can see his compassion for others suffering ! He's a good man !
@@Jazz-fg2dm This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this a fascinating irony.
@@rafaelw8115 You are right, having your youth and vitality is priceless. Most people don't appreciate the value of it until they get old and would give up every last dime they have to get it back.
@@rafaelw8115 well of course he’s not happy. He lost his beloved son tragically and violently. I don’t think “body shape” is his top priority. Sounds like you need to re-think your own priorities. Did you even watch the interview??? This man is WELL aware of mortality. Get a clue.
you sound miserable @@rafaelw8115
@@rafaelw8115 Some of what you ask is in the interview. If you want those answers just watch it... especially before commenting and assuming you know hot happy he would be. SMH
The fact that he understood his sons death as a painful gift... ❤... That he understands everything in life is a lesson and instead of falling into deep dispair and staying there he grew and went on to help others is impressive.
Takes strength and tenacity.
“The only thing worse than the way that we felt, would be if we didn’t feel that way…” wow…. I was blown away by this gem… this man been through it. Much respect to this man for continuing to move forward
Same when I heard him say that I literally paused it and went wow damn.
He represents what America used to represent. Hard work, family, successful business....... and that's just the start of the list. Great on him.
Totally agree. Really makes you long for a time when you didn’t live in such a commercial-success driven culture, but just a culture where you want a decent life and to make a name for yourself in whatever it is you want to do. Hard work, family, successful business. And he speaks so simply and elegantly about really painful complicated parts of life…
Indeed. However, he did work on wall street which was his way in that the majority of us don't have that avenue.
Yep, he reminds me of my grandparents … people were of a different ilk … now mostly people are vapid
Yes. I remember when my grandparents had 100 ships. It was a better time.
it’s sad now America is all about victims clamoring to suck whatever they can out of the society.
Wow. "We don't deal the cards in life, we have to play them". What an excellent, authentic interview. That was REAL. Thanks, Noah and Michael.
noah, the best one so far...
Read this just as he said it. a damn good one.
Well I'm sure he was dealt a full house in life. If your a billionaire, you screwed plenty of people over. Karma always has the last say.
"You play the cards you're dealt" is a pretty common saying. He said the same thing a different way.
@@11235but and you do? I've been on the wrong end of plenty of downsizing. All guys like that do is squeeze the people that do the work. Just parasites, billionaires add no value to the world, like an intestinal worm.😡
Dear Michael, if you ever see this message, I just want to tell you, we need more people like you in this world, sir! All the respect and love.
He should have more kids honestly.
Mr. Hudner is so self aware. He is a walking encyclopedia of how to deal with life’s issues. I would love to say “thank you for sharing your profound insight.”
I have seen many fathers disinheriting their children from family's wealth. So, no. He has accepted his son's death and realistically knows that it's futile trying to give up billion dollars to get him back.
Why being proud of destroying the planet with OIL trading and overconsumption? America has caused most of the OIL Shipping accidents in the world just to get more OIL to get a better army and their population to become more obese with overconsumption 😅
Indeed quite self aware
HE KNOWS HOW TO LOVE WHAT OUR GOD HAS TO OFFER HUMANITY
Michael has a massive amount of wisdom, it takes huge courage to do what he did.
May I ask which investments are good? I've been looking at a few different ones but want others' opinions as well
You can glance her name up on the internet and verify her yourself. she has years of financial market experience!
Thanks so much I was able to find her page and I already leave her a message
@@Lemariecooper scammers
@@Lemariecooper Thats very subjective mindset, earning passive income is not the way of being successful in life. A lot of hollywoods actors have been destroyed because of that. reach for your goals and find a job that suits you.
The point in life is to work hard, so you can support yourself emotional and financial to the day you leave this earth :)
Powerful dialog. I lost a daughter recently tragically and I know exactly how important it is live forward, and in doing so I honor my beautiful,daughter. She would expect me to be courageous and make a difference everyday in my life. It’s a challenge. Really enjoyed his perspective on living with loss. Wonderful interview!
Sorry for your loss. Keep on living. ❤
My condolences. Stay strong.
He is rich but the heart he has is the true wealth
Amen to that.
“People that say they never had a chance never took a chance.” That’s a line right there. This whole thing was amazingly moving. I did not expect this today. Great job my friend. Thanks for doing this work
Yeah bs right there, he worked in finance and wall street prior. Rich kid with connections get's richer is more like it.
10000000000000% Does he want to trade places with us? I thought so. @@gharm9129
@@jghawk100, that's an incredible idea.
This resonated with me. Also when he said that people have lust but no dreams. Lust is 'luxuria' in Latin. People desire to experience luxury but not to really try out things. Probably because they are discouraged by something. Like I've always been.
Oysters and Pearls - Jimmy Buffett … this man is a pearl, although he may not see himself that way.
I need at least $2m today to be considered 'wealthy' 20 years ago, the definition of wealth was nowhere near $2m, and in 20 years time, this amount may not be enough, however I do agree that one has to start somewhere, hence I now look to the stock market to fuel my goal.
wise observation, for many years equities and some fixed-income assets have produced yields needed to provide solid income for financial needs, the importance of mitigating risks could be why investors are turning towards advisors for guidance
Agreed, I've always delegated my excesses to an advisor, since suffering major portfolio loss early 2020, amid covid outbreak. I'm now semi-retired and only work 7.5 hours a week, with barely 25% short of my $1m retirement goal after subsequent investments to date.
bravo! mind sharing info of your invt- advisor please? tried learning few strategies to profit in this current market, but all of that flew right over my head
Judith Lynn Staufer is the licensed advisor I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with and set up an appointment.
excellent share, curiously inputted Judith B Richards on the internet, spotted her consulting page ranked top and was able to schedule a call session. Ive seen commentaries about advisors but not one looks this phenomenal
Well I did not expect to be in tears of empathy and compassion watching an interview with a shipping billionaire but here we are
There's no such thing as a good bllionaire. They're all horrible people that steal it from the people that work for them and the general public. They are the enemy.
He is not a billionaire
@@variszarins In that case, he was mislead by the title, so you can go correct the person that made the title of the video.
thats not the point@@variszarins
You’re not alone.
Sharing such a private moment with strangers was so therapeutic to all people involved. Having or not having money is irrelevant. Being a good person and providing for your family is key.
What I think you need is a Financial Adviser, who can help you get in and out of any stock you buy at any time and you'd sure be in Profit
Who would you recommend?
Would recommend *STEPHANIE KOPP MEEKS,* cos she's very proficient in her game I have seen loads of news of
*STEPHANIE KOPP MEEKS *, she must really be that good for her to be talked about in such a way. Is she on TH-cam? Please how do I reach her?
TH-cam is a public place. Just do a web lookup using her full name and connect to her official webpage.
OMG. This interview is just gold. I find Michael Hudner just so transparent, and every single word coming of his mouth is a lesson in what it takes to become successful.
As a father, and as a man who shares very similar values as this gentlemen, I'm in awe of his depth and calmness of spirit. He is a truly wonderful individual.
I miss more people like this
"If you have a passion for something, that is a form of compensation."
- Michael Hudner
I liked that too! Even if the passion doesn't pay the bills, it does provide a fulfilling life.
“Most people have a lust, they don’t have a dream” this was a powerful statement coming from this man because he’s spot on. I would almost bet that the majority of the folks out here today have a “lust” mentality for something (money, power, etc) very few actually have a genuine “passion” to pursue & live out their dreams. It is why many many businesses fail & don’t end up making it. Lust gets you nowhere.
I'd say most people let their dreams be replaced by those vague lusts for money, power, etc. You see some who whole heartedly pursue their dreams but those dreams dont necessarily make you wealthy nor popular.
This was an incredible interview. TONS OF GOLDEN NUGGETS from this man.
When I use to work at a hospital my favorite thing to do was always talk with the elders that were there. They love to talk and share their experiences and the lessons they've learned in their lifetime. This reminds me how much we can learn from those who have come before us and how we tend to just neglect them.
He’s unique and a class act .
his best line was 'if you don't have an understanding wife, it's probably better not to have a wife.'
Man hitting us with some old man wisdom.
Love how humble this man is. There is something about an old man talking about what he achieved and making it sound like "it is what it is" and how they made mistakes and got "lucky" and made decisions not knowing the outcomes.
because as life is coming to a close, things become more clear. Fancy cars and fancy houses are empty pursuits. Once you get em, they remain fun for only a small amount of time and often soon just become another thing to maintain and often become a burden. To me life is about simply living an honest, fair, empathic life. I always tell my wife, whom I have known since childhood, when I pass if the vast majority of people simply say, " He was a nice guy" , well to me that is a life well-lived.
That's what happens when you become older. You start to see the bigger picture and you can look back at your life. Life also humbles you.
What if it happens when you are young, you wouldn't be able to justify yourself are you just an escapist or you truly see life for what it is. To justify oneself not society, one goes throw all to see if there is something. Wise People like these have guts and they just re-validate that there is nothing in there but It highly impacts the drive which is required to achieve these things and then you do things half-heartedly. Sometimes I wish I could also enjoy bliss of ignorance. Because whatever you do in this ignorance it is also part of, "it is what it is" is when you grow old.
"Lost are those who think they found themselves". Life is not about finding out but just to be, play to win but ok to lose.
I’d bet you that this man would trade every cent of his fortune to have his son back. I know I would if I were in his position. This interview is a great example that you never know what battle another human being is fighting from the outside, based on what you see.
Fascinating ❤!
I would pay all I have to get my kitty back. She was a Tortie. The vets were no help at all. :(
yea and if i saw Elon Musk trapped in a raft floating on the ocean, about to die of thirst, you think i could charge him $400 million for a cold gatorade>? hed pay it in a second.
I'd take that bet. I'm sure the guy loves his son, but he's also a businessman, lol.
@@bonchidude 😟... Try remember the good times you had with your kitty and take care ❤!
One of the best interviews ever. A great interviewee and a thoughtful and balanced interviewer. Excellent.
My respect for this man. To be so vulnerable in this interview.
Fantastic interview. What a special special guy. Honestly you would walk by a guy like this on the street and never know what an absolute gem of a human being he was. You did it sir. You did it.
You showed such respect by listening and not interrupting, letting him speak about his son and pain. Thank you, you just won a subscriber.
I wasn’t expecting this, but when he talked about going through the loss of his son, it was one of the realest things I’ve ever seen.
He has 'everything' but lost a young son and his beloved wife to a brain cancer. Do we want his hand or our own?
@@sunstarsmoonwe are all dealt a tough hand by the end. i think its all about how you want to play it.
I was so touched to see this man be so honest which was deeply compassionate towards his son and all humanity. My father rejected receiving the cremated ashes of his bipolar alcoholic son who committed suicide. Night and day this man and my father …who provided but did not protect his family, did not get real help for his son when he could have the first time he tried to kill himself at 19.
@@mercyme8014😢😢😢
As a mother, I'm willing to bet that he would give away that billion dollars just to have his son back 💔
you took the words out of my mouth
That's true well said❤🎉We as a mothers would that.
Agree
@@fouzianuura2327,fathers also
Some might say he gave up his son to make that billion dollars.
"The only worse thing than feeling this way is to not feel this way" - that hit hard. Appreciate this man. Your wife and son must be so proud of you.
Seriously. One of those quotes that will stick with me for a long time.
My best friend passed away3 years ago (at 23 years old) and her dad said exactly the same thing when I paid her family a visit. ❤
Losing a child is by far the most painful and difficult challenge any parent can ever experience. And there is never full closure -- it is carried through a lifetime. Mr. Hudner is one very courageous individual and I will keep referencing this video for quite some time. Blessings!
What a precious man. Life is so short. But empathy and true love are the priceless gemstones we unearth through the pain and sorrow.
The drive that this man had to make a living and the drive he has to carry on and be strong and helpful to others from the lost of his son are extremely impressive. I've always said we have to play the cards we're dealt ,you either play or you don't.
What a delightful man. Wise. Grounded. And I love people who are true entrepreneurs like him. They have a passion and they chase the passion, and then the money just comes.
Perfectly put.
samanthanoellesmith
looks like you are a Gold digger
Man that part about his son was intense. As a dad it’s my worse nightmare
Me too man me too.
Why did you have kids then? Let God take control
@@VicDamoneJr82 long story. i had one kid. but didn't have more yet because i'm not in a good relationship.
but my kid is great.
but i think all parents worry about their kids
Michael Hudner, you are a remarkable person and an example for taking your pain and making it into something noble, and holding your values and a positive outlook on life and all it entails. You should be proud. I’m sure you’ve helped many people, more than you realize.
And to you, Noah, I don’t know one interviewer that would have had, as you did, the sensitivity and constraint to respect the person and let he have his moment to pause, to catch his breath and to continue on to conclude his thoughts at his own pace, on an emotional matter. Very respectful.
This was amazing! I stumbled on this video, got dragged by it’s title and all of the sudden I was getting a life lesson that I was much in need of. My wife and I have been going through a lot regarding our daughter’s mental health and hearing Mr. Hudner’s story about his son was enlightening. As a bonus, his view on what money represents, or should, reinforced my own beliefs. Thank you so much for this opportunity. This is the kind of material that makes the internet worth, despite all the garbage it produces. Greetings from Porto Alegre, Brazil!
This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this ironic and fascinating.
@@calisongbirdvery much a wild juxtaposition, such is life!
You should look up the principle of «coincidence of wants», it explains what money is pretty well, to summarize:
It’s to avoid the issue of bartering which occurs when someone has something you want, but they don’t want what you’re trading for it.
Don’t know you. Don’t know him. But how PROFOUNDLY POWERFUL was it for you to literally just run across him on a street. Your gut, your innate curiosity led to this interview. Thank you for exhibiting patience and compassion during this interview. He NEEDED this. His story about his son was humbling and inspiring. He continues to live with purpose due to his “painful love” for his son. His purpose to help others all resulting from his wealth creation. It’s not about money. It’s about purpose! What a wonderful interview. Continue to follow your gut, be curious and genuinely interested in others. 💚
This gentleman talks about the “money culture” and greed being out of control - and the interviewer runs a money channel all about how to get rich. I find this ironic and fascinating.
I don't want to be a pessimist, but rather a realist here and state that the interview could've been planned and locked in place already before he "met" the guy in the street. In other words, it could've been scripted. Very common in "reality TV" and such.
@@Sc0pee we'll never know. enjoy the ride
I remember being on a ship this guy owned and let me tell you he was down to earth funny and a very kind person.
A highly emotionally aware gentleman. I could’ve listened to him all day. Thank you for sharing this ❤
That man is the definition of humble & humility. Great interview !
This gentleman has all the qualities I value in a man. His success isn’t based nor in randomess or merely luck. Is a result of his endurance and insight of life. Thank you for such a real, open and raw conversation.
What a man, want to know what a man is and how to conduct yourself in life. Noah, fantastic interview and letting him speak and talk about his son without interrupting
❤❤❤❤
Noah is one of the most professional and sharp journalists on the job. Do you also like to watch his interviews?
"We don't deal the cards in life. We have to play them". Wise words right there
Yes, and someone gets to play with an IQ of 130 while you're stuck playing with 90
It is like a poker match, where you fold most of what you're dealt and only play with the really good hand.
Ain't that the goddamn truth
@@Logic101-j5iTrue. And some people have it even worse than an IQ of 90 like having sicknesses and being born in a poor country.
This was the first time I have cried whilst watching a business video. Thanks for reminding us what is important in life.
as long as you didnt laugh, as chris d elia would say. thats unproffesional
But people to tend to forget soon enough because of character change
This man had me crying in the car... I love his story. I have three kids, so I'm so sorry for his loss. I felt his words. That said, his story is inspirational. Noah, you did so well on this interview. I love how you navigated everything.
The part where he realizes that being empathetic to others was a gift from his late son was just so sad and beautiful at the same time. The most painful thing for me in the world is probably seeing your kids leave life before you. This interview was truly inspirational.
Reminds me of the book “man search for meaning”, the author survived the nazis concentration campa and observed that the survivors were not the strongest but the ones that found some meaning to want to go on and were able to endure
No is not. Just another billionaire in the world, where everything is almost about profit, greed, and corporatins are killing whole ecosystems (such plankton which produces over 40% of
oxygen) in the name of the next year stock price. All about the money.
He should have had compasion and understanging way before it, help people along the way, support various charities (animals included), be more pro active with his support (given all the money), and do something good during his life.
At the end of his life? Screw it. Just another old guy that suddendly discovered his own mortality, and that money cannot buy everything at the end. And somehow become compassionate about everything else. And suddendly we should be more understanding or feel compasion, considering what is going on in every day life? In a world where people are literally dying because of lack of water, abuse, exploitation, and wars? No. He should have done more, long time ago if he was so compassionate about it. Just another old guy, regreting his life choices, even worse - because he had money to change a lot.
Eat the rich, and bring out the guilottine. French had a good approach long time ago.
Great Interview. The Earth is Flat and Globalism is Done. Hyperborea may exist at Magnetic North directly under Polaris.
@libertarian100 chill. Flat earth has nothing to do with this conversation
Noah Kagan is a star...HIs silence during this interview was breathtaking....ty
What a truly wise man. I really felt for him when he was talking about his son. Anyones worst nightmare but he found a way to look at it as a gift! What an amazing outlook. Also loved the analogy of life being like an elastic band. Great interveiw. You always find interesting people and are really good at letting them talk.
The part about emotional pain, hits hard. So much respect Michael.
its funny u see so many people who became incredibly successful or even the slightest bit of celebrity online become so wrapped up in their BDE persona and success, but this guy just remains so genuine and human throughout.
Noah does a good job of just letting the person talk. And i feel like it would've been a shame for everyone if this guy never got to come on and share his thoughts
Noah is, by far, one of the best interviewers in this format space.
This gentleman has positively impacted me, especially with his metaphor about stretching life to its limits but not holding it there. I would love to see this man as the President, a self-made billionaire with actual American values who is humble.
How do you mean self made? Someone enabled his education at least - nothing in isolation is - everything depends on other things. I agree that hes exceptional - no doubt!
a billionaire in office with decent morals, i'll believe it when i see it
Self Made? No such thing. People ALWAYS have help and PLENTY OF LUCK along the way. If you're honest with oneself of course. Most people love to perpetuate the myth of the self made man/woman.
@@homo-sapiens-dubiumobviously 'no man is an island', but he has made his situation on his own whether that is through his honesty and humbleness that other's have seen and invested in and helped him as an individual as well as through his own skills, life experiences, dedication and knowledge. He has been responsible for his destiny.
@@aldozilli1293 I agree with you & taking responsibility is often the key. Still think the concept of "self made" is complete egocentric bullshit. I dont see any contradictions in these two statements.
He sounds like he would be a great father. Very humble and very solid outlook on like.
Mike is inspirational - this is quite possibly one of the most touching and meaningful interviews I have ever seen
This man is INCREDIBLE and INTELLIGENT, we need to hear and learn more from a gentleman like this. Age brings wisdom and this man is full of it.
I can empathize with him regarding his son. We lost our son from the same condition, years of dealing with medications and therapies. It is true, once you have this kind of situation, it teaches you that life is not just about success or material acquisition. In the end, you become richer in terms of compassion and willingness to help others. My goal now is to find balance in life. This is not as easy as it sounds, but at the end of the day, whatever brought you fulfillment with some peace and willingness to keep going, is what matters to me most. Money can get you comfort but not replace dear people in your life whom you have lost, especially children.
I feel this man needed to get this out there in the world like he wanted to help as many people as possible by sharing his life and emotions and it helps bring some humanity to how millionaires are people as well he seems really down to earth
Absolutely, lived a similar situation without millions. I also feel it has been a blessing in disguise!
This is one of the most impactful uses of TH-cam, period. Noah has the passion to search out successful people and walk right up to them. Many great stories and interviews. This has to be one of the most fulfilling moments for Michael, his wife, for you and for all of us.
A wealthy man,rich in wisdom and with a golden heart! It can't be better than this. Thank you Mr Hudner for your inspiration and thank you Noah for bringing him on and letting him pour his heart and gems out.
Holy crap. I’ve heard a lot of podcasts and interviews and this is possibly the best one. Just heartbreaking and incredible and so much wisdom…. I would love to hear him again.
You don't get over losing a child but, you learn to live with it.... That's deep😔
Right that's very powerful words ❤
I've also heard it said that, "The grief doesn't go away, but it changes." Both are true.
Fact ✅
I lost my 2-month-old daughter over 12 years ago. And I can say, I know precisely what he's going through and more. You can see the goodness and compassion in him.
GREAT INTERVIEW!!!
@@RAYSUNITED sorry for your loss.
"People who say they never had a chance, never took a chance"
"We are all hostages of love"
"We do not deal the cards in life, we have to play them"
Even that this interview is for us the audience to get inspired with the possibility to pursue our dreams, It broke my heart and my eyes to tears when he talked about his dead son... It was so real and human. Noah, thank you.
What I love most about this is how lighthearted it starts
Hey man you look rich … what do you do
And before you know it that innocent question captures the hearts of millions
Great episode
"If you have a passion for something, it is a form of compensation. It gets you through the hard times. "
"The world has a lot of capital looking for a home" such impactful wisdom condensed in just a short sentence. It hits really hard especially to who (myself included);has an excuse of "but i dont have the capital" Thank you for sharing your wisdom so genuinely !
Plenty of capital, people just don’t know what to do with it..
What an interview! This man has a big heart, and a LOT of wisdom! What a perspective! Please let him know that the community appreciates his story and words of wisdom.
You only clicked on him because he’s a billionaire. You’re not looking for wisdom you’re looking for money
I was thinking the same. This is so good we've gotta let him know!
@@justinwyatt8I was thinking something like that.
Do old poor people have as much wisdom as him but nobody cares about listening to them because they are poor?.
I do am old and poor ,and is replete with priceless gems of wisdom
I have never listened to any interview attentively like this one, don't know how many times I have rewind it to hear every word said, question asked,answers given! Am half way to my dream, financial issues holding me back,I've taken short cuts,I regret,complains for working too hard from my family, I've helped people financially which have put me in even tighter corner. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I've learnt a lot from this interview,thank you so much!!!
Great interview. I came for the financial advice and stayed for the wisdom.
Never thought I would cry watching an interview podcast about business. Not only as a father I was greatly moved by the story of the loss of his son and how he dealt with it, but I can totally relate to the motivation to become an entrepreneur. I've been an entrepreneur since the day I got out of college, and never did once my goal was to become no.X richest in where I live. I want a good life of course, but I want to achieve it by doing what I'm passionate about and can have a positive impact on society. So happy to know that a successful person out there (I'm not yet successful) has the same mindset.
"Ive definitely helped people who were lost" more than you know brother, more than you know.
phenomenonal meeting
This man is the walking proof of the saying: "What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger"
I feel for his losses.
I Know a lot about loss. I restarted a couple of times before and now I am in this process again but this time everything is different.
If you ever heard of Dokkōdō then you know what I mean.
Meanwhile I am doing my very best to get to the point where I can stop working early and living a simple and quiet life.
Michael Hudner, what a serious player, the world needs of them
There are millions of them, but they are not online, because they are working, living and breathing real life, having real experiences, solving real challenges. Whereas 90-95% of content online is made by and about, shallow people, sellers, charismatic narcissists, and so on. It is impossible to make a young person understand the importance of listening to a fella like Mr. Hudner, because they don't check any of the success reinforcement checkboxes that currently plague the youth: have designer clothes, own latest cars, devices, talk like a spastic Neanderthal, etc.
@@RomanianRantMachine If you listen to his story, he was all over the place on different career paths for years, and the reasons why he fell into those jobs are probably a story all to themselves. Who knows why he took all those different career paths (sounds very boring to me), but it led him to ultimately becoming incredibly successful.
My point being it was almost all luck, combined with having the insight to realize an opportunity when he saw it, and then capitalized on it, doing something unprecedented, and risky.
The vast majority of people can't figure any of that out, and I'm definitely one of them (if the majority could, we'd all be billionaires). Society did everything it could to set us up for failure, but they did it intentionally, so I don't feel too bad about being a nobody. I've had nice things. I've had the opportunity to be with beautiful women. It's all an overrated headache.
Michael, if you read this, I lost my mom to Glioblastoma a few years back. I feel your pain sir.
@@RomanianRantMachine this is why young people are so messed up. They aren't exposed to real people who have lived through most of their lives already. It's all flashy fake crap online.
@@aab350z , society indeed is shaped in such a way to keep the mases dumb and lost, I fully agree. It is a maze harder to navigate year, by year, because complexity of living in the modern world also grows constantly: more requirements, more options, more fake prophets/fake teachers, more temptations, more obstacles (be it wars, geo-political issues, climate issues, etc).
I am so sorry about your mother! I haven't even heard about this condition before and both you and Michael were affected, goes again to show how unfair life is and how non-linear. Wishing you a positive mindset and fortitude to go through everything else life throws in your way sir! Cheers!
@@RomanianRantMachine This. My business ambition at 25 was to become my own boss. I achieved that two years ago at 45. It only took 20 years to reach that goal.
I have a brother, and had a mother (who passed), with schizophrenia. I understand some of his pain and I appreciate what he tells us his son left him with--an ability to grow his empathy and turn it into action. What a painful lesson--all the more reason that his learning it was so humbling and significant. Thank you for sharing that, Michael Hudner. I'm with you in heart. It's a heartbreaking illness.
Shout out to Michael for sharing such personal stuff and Noah for letting him speak
I love this man, insightful, thoughtful, passionate and compassionate. These are the best people to learn from, people who have been through it… ALL. Not just how to hire, fire, and work the system, but who all knows that there is humanity sitting in the passenger seat for that ride.
Thank you, Michael. My heart and hand go out to you.
I wish this guy was my friend
He knows what's important. It's hard to find people like this. Earth is lonely if you don't know someone like this.
Compare Michael's values & sincerity with those of today's shallow, self gratifying, attention seeking 'celebrities': almost impossible, he's not only in a different league he's in a different universe! We, and they, can all learn a lot from him. Thank you for sharing this Michael & Noah.
It's beautiful and deeply moving how this man was able to transform the devastating loss of his son into great compassion for others who are suffering.
These comments are just as amazing as the interview. Im so inspired right now to be a better father, provider and human being in general. Absolutely amazing interview and an amazing community. Good luck to all of you in the future!
I wouldn’t expect my son to have respected me if I folded up on him… this has become very touching. Sorry for your loss. Thank you for the lessons.
I don’t know why this made me cry. I suppose it was nice to see that there are authentic people hiding at every echelon of society, even amongst the shipping tycoons of this world.
I lost my 2-month-old daughter over 12 years ago. And I can say, I know precisely what he's going through and more. You can see the goodness and compassion in him.
GREAT INTERVIEW!!!
Sorry for your loss 🙏🏾
Impossible to compare loss and pain. Deep sympathy for the loss of your baby girl.
There're certainly a few diamonds and many golden nuggets from this wise man. What a great father honoring his son by becoming charitable and lending hands to the less fortunate. Good guy in my book.