The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
The Open Exchange Podcast is a space for thought-provoking conversations where ideas, experiences, and perspectives come together. Hosted by Paul Martinez, each episode explores diverse topics with guests from all walks of life, offering fresh insights and meaningful discussions. From personal stories to impactful challenges, The Open Exchange invites listeners to think deeper, learn something new, and enjoy authentic conversations that go beyond the surface. Whether you’re here for inspiration, growth, or just a great conversation, this podcast is your open platform for discovery.
The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
Johnny Longinidis | Understanding Yourself and Redefining Success Through Stillness
Send a text to suggest topics you’d like to hear!
In this deep and raw conversation, Paul Martinez sits down with entrepreneur and breath work expert Johnny Longinidis to unpack the journey from emotional suppression and near-suicide to purpose, healing, and spiritual alignment.
Johnny shares his Greek-American upbringing, his entrepreneurial grind, and the turning point that led him to breath work, yoga, and a new definition of success. They discuss how men mask pain, how to build emotional intelligence, and how breath and stillness can guide us back to purpose.
🎙️ Follow Me:
TikTok: @paullymtv @theopenexchangepodcast
Instagram: @paullyym @theopenexchangepodcast
Email: Theopenexchangepodcast@gmail.com
Subscribe: YouTube / @paullyymm
🎙️ Other ways to listen:
https://youtu.be/F08uKJgE8vg
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Qh1HPG7IF9vlI1Sy21gST
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro & How They Connected
02:00 - Johnny’s Greek Roots & Early Hustle
06:45 - From Restaurants to Self-Discovery
10:20 - What is Pranayama & Why It Matters
14:00 - Emotional Repression & Masculinity
17:45 - Losing His Father & Baseball Dreams
21:00 - Rock Bottom: A Voice That Saved His Life
26:30 - How Habits & Environment Shape You
30:00 - Meditation Misconceptions & Getting Started
35:45 - The Science & Simplicity of Breathwork
41:00 - How to Identify Suppressed Emotions
45:30 - Johnny’s Daily Spiritual Practices
50:00 - Why Life Has No Final Destination
53:00 - How to Work with Johnny & Final Thoughts
Podcast
#Conversations #PersonalDevelopment #Faith #Inspiration #StoryTelling #Podcast
'Virtual Tip Jar' - Donate to my show to keep me going! Thank you!
Paypal: https://paypal.me/PaulMartinez89?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US (PaulMartinez89)
Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/Paullyymm (Paullyymm)
