Alignment First Podcast

In this episode of Progress Always, Mycal Anders sits down with Michael Hunter, the founder of PersonalBrand.com and SpiffyCheckouts.com, to discuss his journey through entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the spiritual connection to business and family. Michael has a mission to help entrepreneurs and thought leaders elevate their personal brands and create meaningful, scalable businesses. He sh...

In this episode of Progress Always, Mycal Anders sits down with Joe Tepe, the founder of The Strip CrossFit and several other fitness ventures in Las Vegas. He has created a unique gym model focused on high-level coaching, member engagement, and building a thriving fitness community. From hospitality to entrepreneurship, Joe's journey is an inspiring testament to the power of pivoting, integri...

In this episode of Progress Always, I sit down with Jonathan De Friess, a true example of transformation, from overcoming addiction to becoming a gym owner and now excelling in sales. Jonathan takes us through his journey of addiction, finding fitness through rehab, and the personal growth that led him to leave the gym business and step into a new chapter of his life. His story is one of resilienc...

In this episode of Progress Always , I reconnect with holistic gut health expert and co-founder of Soul Sessions, Joy Somers. From her competitive CrossFit days to running a CrossFit gym in Thailand, Joy has embraced a life of transformation, blending fitness, wellness, and community-building across the globe. She shares her unique journey, including the rise of her viral "coffee parties,&quo...

From Marine Corps Officer to trauma-informed coach, keynote speaker, and mother of two, Taylor Galadyk joins me on Progress Always to talk healing, identity, and feminine leadership. We explore what it really means to transition from performance to peace and the power of EMDR therapy, motherhood, and deep spiritual awareness in reshaping our self-worth. We dive into the nuanced balance between mas...

In this episode, I sit down with fighter pilot turned entrepreneur Alex Lisot, founder of Master the Military. From the U.S. Air Force Academy to traveling the world as a digital nomad to launching a life-changing veteran community, Alex shares the critical ego deaths, identity shifts, and courageous decisions behind his extraordinary journey. We unpack lessons on fatherhood, financial independenc...

In this powerful episode, Mycal sits down with Marine Corps Infantry Officer and Sherpa Executive Coach, Nick Mann—founder of The Executive Dad . Together, they unpack how modern fatherhood, personal development, and leadership intersect to create an evolved, present, and purpose-driven man. Nick shares his transition from mental health counseling to coaching, the emotional and strategic impact of...

On this episode of Progress Always , I sit down with Tina Duffy , a powerhouse in health coaching who works with LifeScape Premier, the Amen Clinic Brain Health Program, and runs her own practice, Dynamic Solutions for Life . We first connected at the Mental Health Reset Conference , where she delivered an eye-opening talk on sugar’s impact on brain health —a topic I’ve been diving deep into since...

In this deeply personal and unapologetic episode of Progress Always, Mycal reconnects with his longtime mentor, Marc Accetta—whose guidance pulled him from a valley of setbacks into a life of relentless growth and achievement. Together, they dive into the raw evolution of live events, the power of paying forward hard-earned wisdom, and the unyielding commitment it takes to transform adversity into...

In this conversation on Progress Always, Mycal welcomes back entrepreneur and founder of Peak Nutrition, Modern Warrior, and the Winter Warrior Foundation, James Stratman. They dive deep into the pivotal questions behind decision-making, embracing both the worst-case scenario and the biggest possible upside. James highlights the importance of radical honesty—both in business and personal relations...

In this episode of Progress Always , Mycal is joined by Josh Otero, founder and chairman of the Warrior Gamer Foundation. Together, they dive into the Foundation’s mission to reshape mental health support for veterans and government employees through the innovative use of gaming and AI. Mycal and Josh explore the unique ways Warrior Gamer helps build community, reduce isolation, and provide mental...

In this powerful episode of Progress Always, Mycal sits down with Matt Gottesman, a multi-disciplinary creator, entrepreneur, and host of The Niche Is You podcast. Together, they explore the crucial importance of prioritizing self-care, discovering one’s true purpose, and making intentional choices that align with your authentic self. Throughout their conversation, they reveal how trusting your in...

In this episode, we are joined by Karen Seltz, a Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) facilitator and host of The Irresistible You. The conversation dives into the science of how unresolved trauma impacts the subconscious and how Rapid Resolution Therapy can free individuals from past emotional baggage. Mycal shares his own experience of working with Karen to release stuck emotions, and they discuss how...

In this episode of "Progress Always," we sit down with Stephen Tirpak (The Pakman)  a talented musician, composer, and producer. Steve has an impressive resume, having performed at the Oscars and worked with artists like Jay-Z, Usher, and John Legend. Together, they dive into deep conversations about spirituality, personal growth, the impact of psychedelics, and the universal aspects of...

This week on Progress Always, I sit down with Dr. Whitney Donohue, ND, founder and lead physician of Quantum Body Optimization. Not only is she a Naturopathic Doctor, but she also holds expertise and credentials in applied kinesiology, lifestyle medicine, and is a certified Neuro-Emotional Technique Practitioner. Dr. Whitney's own healing journey as an athlete, overcoming injuries that redirec...

This week on Progress Always, I sit down with Dr. Alicia Newsome, CEO of the BodyWellness Institute. She is a Functional Medicine and Lifestyle Physician, corporate trainer, and three-time bestselling author. Dr. Newsome is also the host of the Whole & Complete Woman Podcast. We met through Scottsdale Top Docs, a powerful organization comprised of forward-thinking medical practitioners and syn...

This week on Progress Always, I sit down with Leron Sarig, Registered Sports Dietician, Nutrition Specialist Manager at Exos, and former Nutrition Specialist with the San Francisco Giants. In our conversation today, we talk about how social media has clouded the nutrition conversation with dogma and misinformation. As she puts it in today’s conversation, “I spend a large portion of my relationship...

This week on Progress Always, I sit down with Army veteran and Exos Performance Coach, Eric Gonzalez. In this episode, we talk at great length about how one’s ability to lead effectively has a positive correlation with one’s personal development. Over the course of Eric’s journey in the military, including multiple deployments, and his choice to embark on a career in fitness and corporate wellness...

This week on Progress Always, we connect with style strategist, visual branding specialist, and speaker, the Fabulous DeAnna Dupree! DeAnna found herself during and in the aftermath of divorce. What started as an alter-ego to protect her from the world became the armor that allowed her to step into the world as the highest, and best dressed, version of herself. From style school to falling out of...

This week on Progress Always, we connect with Kris Soderberg, founder of Iron Influence. As a coach specializing in helping men and fathers, Kris focuses on refocusing their time and energy to become better partners and providers. His journey with fathers began in his own childhood, realizing the power of mentorship at a young age. Kris made it his life’s mission to unlearn and relearn patterns an...

This week on Progress Always, we connect with executive coach and former Olympic hopeful, Michael Pedersen. After an injury ended his athletic career, Michael dedicated himself to changing the lives of his clients. His work, primarily with executive men, focuses on building a strong physical foundation that supports mental and emotional resilience in both personal and professional spheres. Michael...

This week on Progress Always, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Marine, ex-firefighter, world traveler, and founder of Abundance Codes, Jesse Simpson. Jesse is on a mission to empower self-starters to realize their visions by accessing the capital needed for scaling and startup costs. Jesse's journey of self-discovery began when he realized he was living below his potential, prompting...

This week on Progress Always, we had the distinct pleasure of connecting with Kira Evenson, a hypnotherapist and energy healer at Entheos Healing. Specializing in past life regressions, Kira helps clients reframe traumas from their past and past lives as lessons to serve them in the present. Her practice facilitates healing and transforms clients' internal dialogues, empowering them to manifes...

This week on Progress Always, we had the honor of speaking with Michael Banovac, a distinguished member of Arizona's Top 40 under 40 and a powerhouse in the real estate industry. With a remarkable track record from 2012 to 2024, Michael and his partners have acquired, built, remodeled, and sold over 250 homes valued at over $250,000,000. In 2015, he became the youngest primary listing agent in...

This week on Progress Always, we had the privilege of speaking with Scott Peltin, co-founder of Tignum and author of the impactful book "Sink, Float or Swim". Scott's expertise lies in optimizing performance across various domains, from collegiate athletics to executive leadership, leveraging over 40 years of experience to support individuals and teams in achieving sustainable high p...