Jul 27, 2026
What does it really take to overcome rejection, self-doubt, mental health struggles, and still perform at the highest level?
In this episode of The A Game Podcast, Nick Lamagna sits down with Elec Simon – world-renowned percussionist, former STOMP performer, professional event MC, motivational speaker, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor, and entrepreneur – for one of the most emotional and inspiring conversations we’ve ever recorded.
Elec opens up about growing up watching his mother struggle financially, the audition that got him cut from STOMP just days before opening night, the suicidal thoughts he battled during his darkest moments, and the phone call two years later that brought him back for good. He shares how faith, family, and gratitude pulled him through, why he now speaks in schools nationwide on anti-bullying, and how jiu-jitsu became an outlet for his anger and anxiety.
Elec also gets candid about the entrepreneurship hustle culture – why “get rich quick” mastermind influencers are misleading people, why there’s no shame in working a W-2 while building your dream, and what real mentorship from people like Mark Evans, Bobby Castro, and Lewis Howes actually looks like.
In this episode you’ll discover:
✅How Elec went from busking in NYC subways to becoming a full-time STOMP performer
✅How he manages anxiety, mental health struggles, and self-doubt while performing for thousands
✅Why authenticity matters more than fame when building your circle of mentors
✅The truth about fake “gurus” and predatory masterminds in the coaching industry
✅How Brazilian Jiu Jitsu became a tool for emotional healing
✅Balancing a 9-5 with a thriving entertainment career
This isn’t just a story about success. It’s about resilience, perseverance, gratitude, faith, discipline, and discovering purpose through life’s hardest moments.
Connect with Elec Simon:
Elec’s ISSA Certified Personal Trainer page
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