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Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Lorenzo Valdivia. Lorenzo Valdivia is a former Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps and is now the CEO of Force Multiplier Self Defense Systems and host of the Force Multiplier Podcast where he discusses defensive tactics and mindset for first responders.  He invited me on his podcast to discuss the importance of discipline an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I host a race recap with Team Odlaw, Outlaws from the RAGNAR Bourbon Chase Road Relay from Clermont to Lexington, KY October 15-16, 2021.  The Kentucky Bourbon Trail is a collection of bourbon whiskey distilleries located in Kentucky . The Kentucky Bourbon Trail features 37 distilleries and  began in 1999 as a way to bring tourism to Kentucky.    The RAGNAR relay...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with former Navy Seal William Branum. During this conversation we discuss his military career, biggest challenges of becoming a Navy Seal, Military Transition, thoughts on the current situation in Afghanistan, and his entrepreneurial venture with Naked Warrior Recovery.    Williams is the Founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, a CBD...

Send us Fan Mail Are you happy with your life? Let's reflect.  This is a series of questions to help you determine what parts of your life are happy and what may need some focus.      What makes you happy?   Be honest.    Think about all areas of your life.    What makes you happy at work?  What makes you happy at home?  What makes you happy with friends and family?  What makes you happy when...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Captain Erin McShane of the U.S. Army.    During this conversation we discuss her military career, the struggles she overcame obstacles, challenges and failure to become the 2nd female in the Army to graduate both Ranger School and the Sapper Leader Course.  We discuss military transition and how to continue service beyond the unifo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a conversation with Colin McConnell, a visually imparied photographer who was riding his bike across the country when his bicycle was stolen in my town. When I reached out to see if he needed help, he agreed to come on the podcast and share his story.    Colin McConnell as a visually impaired photographer from Detroit Michigan. He chose to ride his bicycle a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I was asked to come on as a guest on the The Lions Guide Podcast hosted by- Dale Walls. We have a great discussion on the book, A Man’s Search for Meaning, which has impacted our lives and we feel is a must read. This book is a life changing book and the #1 book on the topic of finding Clarity and meaning in life. If you read only one book this year, read this one...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I take you with me on the 2021 March to the Arch event in St. Louis which took place on Saturday, 09/11/2021.     The March to the Arch is a 21-mile memorial walk, founded by Bo Drochelman, that has become an annual tradition since 2002.   The march begins in West St. Louis County and concludes at the base of the Gateway Arch. The walk begins at 9:11 a.m. on every...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Kris Levy. Kris is a veteran, winepreneur, wine lover and world traveler. Kris specializes in helping wine brands build communities and relationships with their consumers. Kris practices what he preaches with his own wine club, where he helps local wineries tell the story behind the wine during his monthly wine club member call.   D...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a great conversation with Mike Erwin where we discuss our thoughts and feelings on the current state of affairs in Afghanistan and how to maintain a positive outlook despite the circumstances.  Mike shares how he maintains his edge and positive outlook, some of his daily high performance habits.  We discuss how Team Red, White, and Blue was founded and the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a conversation with Command Sergeant Major Michael Burke about his perspective on what is currently happening in Afghanistan.  It has been difficult watching the devastating news from Afghanistan and processing the negative emotional feelings of the event.  Mike Burke shares his thoughts and insights as a veteran of the conflict with 6 deployments.  We disc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I describe why we lose our motivation when pursuing our goals.   Have you ever known deep down that you should be eating better, maybe you should be exercising more?    Have you ever thought that maybe you should be spending more time with your kids?  You know you should be spending mohard-to-geth your partner...  but you don't?      Your actions don't m...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we tell the tale of our epic journey climbing The Middle Teton Mountain.  What was supposed to be a 12-hour day turned into a 19-hour day and nearly turned into a serious situation.  We discuss the challenge of climbing the peak, the life lessons learned, and why it is good to Do Hard Things. Guests include Scottie and Gabbie Hobbs, Greg Cruz, and Lacy Priesmeyer....

Send us Fan Mail I n this episode I have a great conversation with Dustin and Tonya Johnson.  Dustin and Tonya are a husband and wife POWER COUPLE who are both certified nutrition coaches, relationship experts, founders of Vikings and Vixens, and Amazon best selling published authors of the book:  How to Live a Healthy Lifestyle. They live a nomadic lifestyle who are in the process of selling ever...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I discuss the importance of establishing a solid morning routine.  I outline my favorite 7 rituals to help me dominate the day and the 3 habits you need to avoid.  I provide the tactics to help you regain control, mitigate overwhelm, and take command of the day.  The book “The Miracle Morning” by Hal Elrod is a great resource to help craft your own routine.     DOW...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Sex Coach Andie Renae.  Sex is often an uncomfortable topic for most people.  We have a great discussion about Andie’s early life and how she entered the adult entertainment business as a dancer and escort, managing her own escort service.  She discusses how women get into the business and how she ultimately broke away from it.  She...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I describe my experience with the EPIC 150, gravel cycling race. I discuss my point of view on why doing difficult and challenging things is good for you and provide a recap of my experience leading up to the event and provide a race recap of my experience.    If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your...

Send us Fan Mail “Yoga is a martial art you do against yourself”- Nic Gregoriades   In this episode I have a great conversation with Abi Carver, founder of Yoga15.com.  We have a great conversation about her life, what inspires her, and how she went from working as a magazine editor to chasing her charmed life moving abroad and creating Yoga15.  Abi gives us insight on her teaching methodology and...

Send us Fan Mail When was the last time you spent a whole day alone with your child, with no electronic distractions, while enjoying a fun activity and meaningful conversation?   This powerful question is in the book The Family Board Meeting.    In this episode I provide a tactical tip from the book “The Family Board Meeting” you can utilize to connect on a deeper level with your children.  You ca...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Chris Moynihan. We discuss fatherhood, the challenges of being a foster parent, striving to be a good man and backpacking. Christopher Moynihan is a Construction Superintendent in the greater Salt Lake City area, he also spends time as a backpacking coach and guide as the owner of Bexar Outfitters.  He is a proud husband and father,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a great conversation with Nicki Steinman who shares her perspective an insights, both the positive and some of the hardships of military life as a spouse.  Nicki was born and raised in southern Wisconsin. She is married to SFC Jeff Steinman and has been living the Army lifestyle for the last 13 years.  During this time, Nicki became an RDA ( registered denta...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I discuss why Personal Development is important and why you need to make time for it.  One of my favorite quotes is “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” -Abraham Lincoln. The takeaway is that the sharper you are in mind, body and spirit, the better equipped you are to execute tasks, and handle life’s challenge...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a conversation with Scott Huyvaert. We discuss his military service as a combat medic with three deployments, while balancing a family, and working on a masters degree.  We talk about his work as a program manager with Quality Plus, a non-profit organization who works with engineering and private corporations to develop adaptive equipment to improve the liv...

Send us Fan Mail Life Is Fragile, Precious And Unpredictable. In this episode, I read a letter written by Holly Butcher.  I read this letter after a tough week and feeling a bit sorry for myself and it made me realize how insignificant my problems were.  Holly Butcher passed away with stage 4 cancer, and wrote this letter, which went viral in 2019.  Read Holly’s last words and reflect how you are...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a conversation with The Lions Guide- Dale Walls. We discuss what has enabled his success in life, from reasonable beginnings to enlistment into the United States Marine Corps, to growing his IT company into an 8 figure business before selling and founding Lions Guide. About Dale: At the age of 17, Dale was lost in life without purpose or direction, an only...