Addicted to Betterment

Some stories don't end at rock bottom. Some begin there. David sits down with Jennifer Wilkins for a raw, honest conversation about addiction, homelessness, faith, performance, approval, and the lifelong work of unbecoming. Jennifer shares how years of chasing validation, achievement, and the appearance of being "okay" eventually gave way to a deeper truth: healing required honesty, surrender, and...

Some men are flying high until life ejects them into unfamiliar territory, wounded, isolated, and wondering if anyone is coming. David sits down with Jacob Anderson, former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot (F-15E), Major, for a raw conversation about brotherhood, purpose, and what it really means to send the signal when you need help. Through stories from combat aviation, military recovery missions, a...

When the world gets loud, pressure has a way of convincing us that movement equals strength. David invites us into a powerful reflection on stillness, faith, and the courage to hold the line when fear says to react. Through personal conviction, the iconic "hold" scene from "Braveheart", wisdom from Kobe Bryant, and the grounding truth of Psalm 46:10, David challenges people-first leaders to rethin...

Sometimes the biggest breakthrough begins with a simple decision to say yes to yourself. David welcomes transformational coach Deseri Garcia to explore the power of visualization, gratitude, and intentional growth. Their authentic connection and mutual admiration create an energizing dialogue that feels both deeply personal and profoundly practical. Deseri shares how daily self development practic...

Sometimes the most dangerous pain is the one nobody sees. David sits down with his longtime friend Nathan Walsh, owner and therapist of Ascend Counseling, for a raw conversation about addiction, stigma, shame, and the courage it takes to ask for help. Nathan opens up about his own journey through alcoholism, trauma, prison, relapse, and rebuilding a life rooted in purpose. What makes this conversa...

What if the most radical leadership move in today's outrage culture is choosing love? David sits down with Amy Woodall to unpack the deceptively simple but life-altering question: What would love do? What starts as a phrase that could live on a Hobby Lobby sign quickly becomes a bold challenge to our ego, our reactions, and the way we show up at home, at work, and in conflict. Amy breaks down the...

When the world feels divided and overwhelming, how do we lead well? David sits down with Katie Donovan, CEO of CAMP Digital, for an honest conversation about navigating fear, tension, and uncertainty in real time. No politics. No sides. Just a focus on people. Katie shares what it's like leading 80 employees through emotional highs and lows, creating space for disagreement without dehumanizing eac...

What if your greatest personal growth could come from your greatest relationship challenges? In this replay episode, Nikki and David dive headfirst into the raw, real, and often messy world of relationships. As a couple who's lived through divorce, personal transformation, and alignment, they open up about what it really takes to create a partnership rooted in authenticity, shared values, and rele...

What if the secret to breakthrough wasn't in doing more, but in letting go? Nikki explores a word that stirs up discomfort and power in equal measure: surrender. Far from passive, Nikki redefines surrender as an intentional act of strength, one that stops the cycle of force and opens the door to aligned breakthroughs. Through her own leadership journey, she shares how surrender isn't about giving...

Ever found yourself mid-argument thinking, "Why am I so worked up right now?" What if the real culprit… is your ego? David is joined by Amy Woodall for a conversation that feels more like a mirror than a mic. Together, they pull back the curtain on ego, and how it sneaks into your relationships, hijacks your reactions, and disguises itself as righteousness. Amy shows us where ego lurks and how ask...

What if your most powerful leadership tool was simply choosing yourself? Nikki invites us into her personal reflections and planning rituals for the new year. After a season of hard work and deep rest, Nikki shares how she's stepping into 2026 with clarity, intentionality, and four powerful guiding statements rooted in sovereignty and self-prioritization. From redefining what it means to protect y...

What if one word could guide your entire year? Nikki invites us into her personal growth journey through the powerful lens of a single word: sovereign. With vulnerability and insight, Nikki unpacks what it means to be the authority over your inner world: your energy, choices, boundaries, and direction. Whether or not you're someone who picks a "word of the year," Nikki shares how this practice can...

What if the ultimate key to transformation isn't tactics or hustle, but the radical, embodied practice of love, even in our hardest moments? Roya Mattis is back with Nikki and David to unpack the most powerful force in the universe: love. Through a personal story of rage, betrayal, and choosing grace during the holidays, Roya walks us through the practical steps of moving from reaction to radical...

What if 2026 is the year you stop consuming… and start contributing? In this powerful, heart-centered message, Nikki shares why she's stepping fully into authenticity, and why your story matters more than you realize. After months of learning from creators who bravely shared their hearts, Nikki realized something profound: 👉 The world changes when we tell the truth about our challenges, our growt...

What if your biggest money block was invisible… and inherited? Welcome to a groundbreaking kickoff of a new Addicted to Betterment series with Nikki and David, and the incomparable financial coach, Roya Mattis. Together, they dive deep into the subconscious programming most of us never question: the invisible money stories we inherited long before we even earned our first dollar. 🧠 From cheese-an...

What if your greatest transformation started the moment you stopped making excuses? David sits down with Danny Zatarain on the last day of his 75 Hard journey, and it's way more than a fitness story. 💪🔥 From the moment he looked at a photo and hated what he saw, Danny made a commitment that reshaped his identity, mindset, and sense of self-worth. He didn't just change his habits, he raised his s...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right…and nothing is taking off? You prepare, you work, you believe, and still the spark won't stay lit. David shares a vivid story from summer nights at the firepit that becomes a powerful picture of what it feels like to build something when momentum hasn't hit yet. If you're in a season where it feels like you're crouched in the smoke, eyes burning, waitin...

What if the change you're fighting is the very thing meant to free you? David reminds us that life doesn't fall apart, it unfolds. From the safety of the womb to the falling leaves of autumn, every ending carries a quiet invitation to begin again. This isn't about "embracing change" as a cliché. It's a call to trust the natural rhythm of your own becoming. Because the moment you stop clinging to w...

What can a fighter pilot teach us about leading through chaos? ✈️ David sits down with Jacob Anderson, former F-15 fighter pilot in the US Air Force, decorated veteran, and now a purpose-driven entrepreneur, for a high-impact conversation about performing under pressure, leading with integrity, and building a life rooted in accountability and purpose. Jacob unpacks what it's like to fly combat mis...

What the world needs now… is love. Real love. The kind that doesn't wait for permission, apology, or perfection. In this heartfelt episode, David Gregory shares a moving story from an unforgettable wedding, one that redefined what love looks like when it's lived with full presence and intention. This isn't a sermon or a slogan, it's a challenge to live love out loud. Because love isn't something w...

What if your hardest season wasn't meant to break you but to prove your strength? David shares a moment that changed his mindset forever: the day he realized he'd survived every single one of his worst days. This episode isn't about hype. ❌ It's about perspective, resilience, and remembering that you're built to overcome what once felt impossible. You've survived 100% of your hardest days… now li...

"What would love do?" 💭 That one question, dropped mid-conversation by Amy Woodall, stopped David in his tracks. David dives deep into how those four simple words sparked a massive mindset shift. From battling self-judgment after falling off a health journey to confronting ego-driven reactions, David unpacks what it really means to lead with love, not the soft, passive kind, but the fierce, bold,...

What hits harder: your morning espresso or an unexpected act of kindness? ☕ David has a full-on Kindness Junkie awakening at a Starbucks run that started like any other: with a caffeine fix in mind and a chocolate cream cold brew on the way. But what he didn't expect? A crew of baristas handing out way more than coffee… they were serving kindness with every cup. From personalized affirmations scr...

🥴 Feeling stuck? Good. That just means you're growing. David flips the script on what it means to feel stuck. You know that moment when you're chasing something new, and everything suddenly feels heavier? That's not failure. That's progress. 🙌 Whether you're building a business, breaking generational cycles, or simply trying to level up, this episode will remind you why leaning into the hard stu...

What if the only thing standing between you and your best health… is your own excuses? 😳 David sits down with world-class trainer Shawn Boykin to tackle the truth behind why even the most driven achievers make excuses for their health. From "I don't have time" to "I can't afford it," Shawn breaks down the mindset traps that hold us back and replaces them with real, doable steps to build momentum....