45 on the Hour

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Daniel McCray for a powerful conversation about incarceration, transformation, discipline, and using your past to help others. Daniel opens up about spending 12 years in and out of jail and the choices, struggles, and lessons that came with that chapter of his life. But instead of allowing his past to define him, Daniel made the decisi...

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with John, who shares his powerful story of life as a celebrity bodyguard, the pressure that came with that world, and the personal journey that followed. John opens up about what it was like working around high-profile people, navigating intense environments, and how somewhere along the way, he began to lose himself. Behind the job title a...

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Pastor David for a powerful conversation about redemption, faith, and transformation. Pastor David opens up about his past, including drug addiction, jail time, and the struggles that once shaped his life. But through those dark moments, he found a new path through Jesus Christ — a path that ultimately led him to change his life, stren...

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Dave Franke to talk about his unique journey through law enforcement, international experiences, and storytelling. Dave was a law enforcement officer in Mexico and later traveled to Russia, giving him a perspective shaped by service, culture, risk, and real-life experience. Through his YouTube channel, Dave now shares his story, his pe...

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Pongo from Pongo’s Junk Removal to talk about his journey from working in the motion picture industry to pursuing his dream of owning a business. After COVID created uncertainty around the future of the film industry and when things would fully come back, Pongo made the decision to take a chance on himself. Instead of waiting for the i...

In this powerful episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with special guest Ron Self, a Marine veteran, founder, and the creator of Narration Therapy. Ron opens up about his journey from serving as a Marine to facing some of the darkest moments of his life, including time in prison and a failed suicide attempt that became the turning point for his transformation. Instead of allowing his...

In this episode of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with special guest Mindy Prete, an Arbonne supplement representative and nutrition expert, to talk about the role nutrition plays in how we feel, think, perform, and live every day. Mindy shares her insight on why taking care of your body starts with what you put into it, and how small changes in your nutrition can have a major impact on yo...

What does it take to lead in the nation’s busiest fire department? LAFD Captain Bryan Sua joins 45 on the Hour to share the life lessons he learned from his LAPD father, the power of martial arts, and why being a "family man" is his most important rank. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in a martial arts household with an LAPD father. Life as an LAFD Captain and the discipline required for t...

In Episode 83 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis dives into the feeling of “not doing enough” and how that pressure can weigh heavily on a man’s emotions, identity, and self-worth. For a lot of men, the battle is not always about what people see on the outside. It is the internal pressure to provide more, achieve more, lead better, stay strong, and keep moving even when life feels heavy. This episode...

Stop trying to fit in. On this episode of 45 on the Hour, we sit down with Brandon Ramey to unlock the secrets of true self-attraction and living at your highest frequency. We dive deep into: Aligning your human frequency for success. Keeping people in their designated spots in your life. Tapping into creative imagination to manifest your destiny. Why starting your morning with gratitude changes e...

In Episode 80 of @45onthehour, we sit down with Chris Moran for one of the most honest and grueling recovery stories we’ve ever hosted. Chris spent years in the grip of severe drug abuse, spiraling through the darkness of Fentanyl addiction and the personal wreckage that comes with it. Now 32 years old and 4 years sober, Chris opens up about the rock bottom that nearly took him out, the grueling p...

EPISODE 77: Overcoming the Weight of the World: Juan Hernandez on Health, Strength, and Business Growth We are honored to welcome Juan Hernandez, the visionary behind Faux Real Paint, for an episode about true transformation. Juan shares his incredibly personal and candid battle with obesity and the profound journey it took to reclaim his health and find inner personal strength within himself. Thi...

EPISODE 76: A New Life Found: Riq Oberhaus’s Journey Through the Fire In this incredibly raw and essential conversation, we sit down with Riq Oberhaus to hear his journey of redemption. Riq holds nothing back as he shares the pain of his past failed marriage and the crushing weight of a long history with drinking and drug use. He details the moments of rock bottom that led him to his ultimate tran...

EPISODE 75 From Brokenness to Belief: Kyle Berg's Journey to Faith In one of our most candid and powerful episodes, we welcome the incredibly inspiring Kyle Berg to the show. Kyle shares his unvarnished truth, beginning with a rough upbringing that led him down a dark road of self-destruction and a brutal fight with addiction. He opens up about the moments of despair, the heavy weight of his past,...

Tired of feeling reactive? True freedom is found not in avoiding challenges, but in mastering your response to them. Dive deep with us as we explore the essential pillars of self-mastery. This episode breaks down the discipline, profound inner work, and consistent practice required to gain absolute control over your habits, emotions, and ultimately, your destiny. Learn practical steps to silence t...

In Episode 73 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Bryce Eddy — a businessman, entrepreneur , and former president of one of Charlie Kirk’s foundations — for a powerful discussion on faith, leadership, and the lessons learned through business and purpose . Bryce shares his journey from building success in the insurance industry to stepping into the world of faith-based leadership and ent...

In Episode 72 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis takes a deep dive into one of the most important parts of life: relationships . This isn’t just about romance—it’s about the connections that fuel growth in every area of life . Colt unpacks how relationships with family, friends, business partners, mentors, and even yourself, all play a vital role in shaping who you are and where you’re headed. From b...

In Episode 71 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with a lifelong friend, Alex Ramirez , for an episode filled with history, brotherhood, and reflection. Colt and Alex dive into their story of growing up together and the profound impact of losing their close friend, Josh , during his service in the military. They share how Josh’s life and sacrifice shaped who they are today, pushing them to...

In Episode 70 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis takes on a powerful and deeply personal topic: acceptance . So many of us spend our lives chasing approval—trying to fit in, to be liked, to be validated by people, groups, or even society. But in this episode, Colt flips that narrative, reminding us that the most important acceptance you’ll ever find is the acceptance of yourself . He dives into why w...

In Episode 69 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Big Clos , a man who’s made it his mission to go where most won’t— into the streets, to the people society turns its back on —to share the hope of Jesus Christ . Big Clos opens up about his background and personal journey , and how God called him to step out in faith and meet people exactly where they are—broken, overlooked, and forgotte...

In Episode 68 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with JC Wrong to Strong , a man whose life story is nothing short of transformational. Growing up in Chicago , JC was pulled into the streets and the gang lifestyle, a path that eventually led him to prison . But behind bars, he began the difficult process of reflection and rebuilding. Out of that struggle came a new mission: to help others a...

In Episode 67 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis welcomes Manny Asadurian , a businessman with a truly remarkable story of rise, fall, and redemption . Manny opens up about his days of high-rolling in Beverly Hills , living fast and chasing success, before losing it all and hitting rock bottom. But his story didn’t end there. Through that pain and loss, Manny found something far greater— faith in Chr...

In Episode 66 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis goes solo and gets real about a topic most people avoid: weaknesses . We all have them, whether it's fear, insecurity, lack of discipline, or past trauma—but what if your weakness was actually the key to your growth ? In this episode, Colt dives deep into how to identify, confront, and work with your weaknesses , not against them. He shares personal in...

In Episode 65 of 45 on the Hour , Colt Curtis sits down with Chapel West —a Nutrition and Fitness Coach who specializes in helping men over 40 lose 30 pounds in just 90 days . But Chapel’s impact goes far beyond meal plans and macros. Certified in yoga and driven by experience, Chapel shares his incredible journey of overcoming addiction , rebuilding his life, and finding purpose through movement,...

In Episode 64 of 45 on the Hour , Byron Sells returns for Round 2 , sitting down with Colt Curtis for a heartfelt and uplifting conversation on one of the most underrated tools for growth: encouragement . As a fitness coach and mindset mentor, Byron knows that transformation isn’t just about discipline and grind—it’s about being surrounded by the right voices , and more importantly, being one of t...