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Join Alex Ortner and his sons as they explore how to build wealth, health, happiness, and character — all without a traditional college path.
Join Alex Ortner and his sons as they explore how to build wealth, health, happiness, and character — all without a traditional college path.
Alex is a father, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner who believes the best education doesn't come from a classroom — it comes from real experience, mentorship, and intentional living.
On the Instead of College podcast, Alex shares raw, unfiltered conversations with his sons Malakai and Lucas about building wealth, developing character, staying healthy, and designing a life on your own terms.
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Every episode is a real conversation — no scripts, no fluff.
Real financial education — investing, business, money mindset, and creating multiple income streams early.
Physical and mental health habits that set you up for a lifetime of energy and resilience.
Integrity, discipline, gratitude, and the qualities that matter more than any degree.
Starting businesses, learning to sell, solving problems, and thinking like an entrepreneur.
How to think differently, overcome fear, and develop an unstoppable growth mindset.
Honest conversations about family, friendship, and building the relationships that matter most.
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