In this powerful episode of None Of Your Business, Michael sits down with Sony Perlman for an honest conversation about pain, healing, parenting, marriage, and the power of believing in people.

Sony shares his journey from a troubled and angry teenager searching for meaning to becoming one of the most trusted mentors helping young men and families today. He opens up about growing up with inner struggles, feeling lost, and how one person’s unconditional love changed the direction of his life forever.

The conversation explores what it means to raise kind children, why being present matters more than perfection, how to navigate emotional pain, and why so many people are craving real connection in today’s world. They also discuss marriage, mental health, mentorship, community responsibility, and how small moments of kindness can create generational impact.

This episode is full of wisdom for anyone looking to grow, become a better parent, build stronger relationships, or better understand themselves.

Sony is currently leading a fundraising campaign for The Village, a life changing organization dedicated to helping young men and families through mentorship, support, healing, and real community. If this conversation moved you and you want to support meaningful work that changes lives every day, you can contribute here: https://charidy.com/thevillage/SonyPerlman

00:00 Intro

01:53 Parenting and raising kind children

05:00 The power of being an uncle

07:30 Vulnerability and asking for help

10:45 Helping others without burnout

15:00 Growing up in a mission driven home

18:00 Painful teenage years and anger

24:00 The Rabbi who changed everything

28:30 How love transforms lives

31:00 Marriage advice that actually works

45:00 Parenting with patience and presence

55:00 Mental health and community struggles

01:10:00 Building purpose through helping others

01:30:00 Leadership responsibility and healing

01:50:00 Final lessons and reflections

01:59:00 Closing