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The Journey Podcast

The Journey Podcast

Zachary Cummings, Jake Moscato, and John Scafiddi Jr. 201 Episodes Oct 5, 2026

A podcast about personal development, self-improvement, and mental health. Hosts Zachary Cummings and John Scafiddi Jr. explore topics like overcoming challenges, building better relationships, and pursuing passions. Features inspiring stories from people who have achieved success despite adversity. Aims to support listeners on their own journey of growth and transformation.

Episodes

“I Was Dope Sick While Filming” — Austin Shepard Opens Up About His Relapse
“I Was Dope Sick While Filming” — Austin Shepard Opens Up About His Relapse Oct 5, 2026 01:08:33 Love Island’s Austin Shepard returns to The Journey Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about what really happened after reality TV, his relapse, addiction, and the dark side of sudden fame. Austin opens up about his struggles with fentanyl, Xanax, kratom, detox, rehab, and sobriety, including how bad things became while living in Los Angeles and why he avoided filming parts of Beyond the Villa
“Pretty Girls Love Parker” — Why Men HATE His Dating Advice
“Pretty Girls Love Parker” — Why Men HATE His Dating Advice Sep 28, 2026 01:18:50 Parker Lanosa joins Zach Cummings on The Journey Podcast for a conversation about faith, modern dating, masculinity, relationships, success, and the story behind the person people see online. Parker opens up about being diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a child, how his family leaned heavily on faith throughout his cancer journey, and how that experience helped shape his sense of purpose. They dive
Your Partner Could Be Emotionally Cheating With AI
Your Partner Could Be Emotionally Cheating With AI Sep 21, 2026 01:20:32 AI is changing dating, relationships, friendships, and even the way people deal with loneliness.. but how far is too far? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zach and John break down the rise of AI companionship, ChatGPT relationship advice, emotional cheating with AI, AI therapy, and people using artificial intelligence to replace real human connection. They also discuss AI-generated dating c
The Lindsay Clancy Case: Mental Illness or Murder?
The Lindsay Clancy Case: Mental Illness or Murder? Sep 14, 2026 00:57:45 In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zachary Cummings and John Scafiddi Jr. break down the Lindsay Clancy case, the debate surrounding postpartum psychosis, mental health, criminal responsibility, and accountability after the deaths of her three children. We discuss whether severe mental illness should change how someone is held responsible for their actions and why this case has created such a
This Generation Will Have the MOST SINGLE MEN Ever
This Generation Will Have the MOST SINGLE MEN Ever Sep 7, 2026 00:55:55 Modern dating has changed, but has it actually made finding love easier? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, Zach and John break down the difference between a woman you date and a woman you marry, why so many men are staying single, and what men actually consider wife material. They discuss dating apps, social media, dopamine addiction, meaningless sex, financial pressure on men, and why havin
He Was 10 Days Away From The Love Island Finale... Then Producers Woke Him Up | Josh Goldy
He Was 10 Days Away From The Love Island Finale... Then Producers Woke Him Up | Josh Goldy Aug 31, 2026 01:29:45 Josh Goldy opens up about the devastating moment he was pulled aside on Love Island just days before the finale and learned that his sister, the person who secretly signed him up for the show, had passed away. We talk about grief and loss, overcoming trauma, heartbreak, betrayal, personal growth, and turning pain into purpose. Josh also shares how nearly losing his father and later being cheated o
The Green Flags Men Actually Want in Women (Most Women Won’t Like This)
The Green Flags Men Actually Want in Women (Most Women Won’t Like This) Aug 24, 2026 01:08:08 What are the biggest green flags in women that men actually notice when dating? In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we break down wife material, what men want in women, relationship green flags, dating standards, communication, loyalty, male friends, and the qualities that make a healthy relationship last. We also debate whether men would rather have peace than a 10/10, why being a homebody ca
9 Quotes That Could Save Your Next Relationship
9 Quotes That Could Save Your Next Relationship Aug 17, 2026 00:58:15 In this episode of The Journey Podcast we break down 9 quotes about love, relationships, faith, friendship, and life that completely changed the way we look at the people around us. We talk about why the right person can sometimes feel wrong, why we push away people who genuinely love us, and why you can’t change people but you can change who you allow into your life. We also get into loneliness,
The Psychology Behind Wanting Someone Who Doesn’t Want You
The Psychology Behind Wanting Someone Who Doesn’t Want You Aug 10, 2026 00:53:50 Welcome back to The Journey Podcast! Why do we want people who don’t want us, romanticize the relationships that hurt us most, and keep dating the same person in a different body? In this episode, we break down the psychology behind modern dating, situationships, toxic relationships, emotional attachment, heartbreak, commitment, and why familiar chaos can sometimes feel more attractive than health
Why Men Should Stop Rushing Into Marriage
Why Men Should Stop Rushing Into Marriage Aug 3, 2026 01:37:51 At 36, Johnny Persón is single, income, has no kids—and refuses to build a life with the wrong person just to follow society’s timeline. In this episode, Johnny joins Zach and John on The Journey Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about modern dating, dating apps, relationship non-negotiables, age gaps, marriage, and why sex can keep people trapped in relationships they know are wrong. He open
Michael Porter Jr. on Modern Dating, His Relationship With God & Unfiltered NBA Talk
Michael Porter Jr. on Modern Dating, His Relationship With God & Unfiltered NBA Talk Jul 27, 2026 01:52:28 Michael Porter Jr. joins The Journey Podcast for an open, unfiltered conversation about modern dating, his relationship with God, and life inside the NBA. MPJ reflects on falling from a projected number-one pick after his back injuries, rebuilding his entire game, winning a championship with Denver, and stepping into a bigger role in Brooklyn. He shares what fans misunderstand about Nikola Jokic,
Kenny Rodriguez Breaks His Silence, The Leaked Texts, & What Actually Happened
Kenny Rodriguez Breaks His Silence, The Leaked Texts, & What Actually Happened Jul 20, 2026 01:30:42 In his first solo podcast, Love Island USA Season 6 star Kenny Rodriguez sits down with Zachary Cummings on The Journey Podcast to finally tell his story in his own words. Kenny opens up about growing up in the South Bronx, entering the villa as a bombshell and how his life changed almost overnight after the show.He shares his perspective on his relationship, the pressure of maintaining a public r

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