Grow Yourself: Personal Development School of Growth

In this powerful episode of Grow Yourself, Navy SEAL combat veteran and bestselling author Brent Gleeson reveals the mindset and relentless routines that took him from the battlefield to extraordinary personal and professional success. Fresh off the launch of his brand-new book "All In: The Pathway to Personal Growth and Professional Excellence" (released December 2, 2025), Brent shares...

In this episode of Grow Yourself, cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Carmen Simon reveals the brain-based secrets behind influence, memory, and why some people and ideas stick while others disappear. If you’ve ever wondered why people forget most of what they hear, how to communicate so others actually remember you, or how to become more influential in leadership, business, and life — this conversation...

There are iconic brands, and then there are iconic leaders. In this episode of Grow Yourself, Kevin sits down with Melvin Keebler, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the world-famous Jack Daniel’s Distillery. Jack Daniel’s is one of the most recognizable brands on the planet, but what does it take to lead a company with that level of history, legacy, and cultural impact? Melvin’s answer...

What happens when you wake up one day and realize… you’ve lost yourself? In this powerful episode, therapist and author Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT joins Kevin to explore the deep emotional patterns that cause us to disconnect from who we truly are. From codependency and shame to narcissistic relationships and early childhood dynamics, Darlene shares decades of wisdom to help you understand why you m...

In this powerful episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, host Kevin McNulty sits down with leadership expert, author, and Air Force veteran John Bentley to explore what it truly means to lead yourself first. Drawing from his book, I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You Desire, John shares his journey from personal struggle to transformation — revealing how faith, trus...

💫 The Power of Self-Belief — a journey of courage, transformation, and spiritual awakening! In this deeply moving conversation, Kevin McNulty sits down with Caren Paskel, best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Caren Paskel Self-Evolution™, to uncover how she transformed unimaginable loss, grief, and adversity into strength, wisdom, and purpose.🔥 If you’ve ever questioned your strength — th...

In this episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, Kevin talks with Murisa Harba — award-winning actress, director, best-selling author, and founder of About The Work Actors Studio. Murisa created the Chakra Approach® and Macro Method®, techniques that help actors and non-actors alike harness energy, presence, and authenticity to thrive in both performance and everyday life.👉 What You’ll Learn in This...

In this episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, Kevin McNulty dives deep into the chaos, struggle, and surprising strengths of the ADHD brain with guest Alyece Smith — CEO of Socially Ausome, business mentor, and host of The ADHD CEO podcast. You’ll hear raw truths about the pain of fighting your own brain, why “just be consistent” doesn’t work, and how ADHD entrepreneurs can finally find systems th...

✨ Hollywood actor Alex Hyde-White has lived a career most can only dream of; starring in iconic films like Pretty Woman and Fantastic Four, working alongside legends like Julia Roberts, Richard Gere, Steven Spielberg, and Bob Newhart. But beyond the screen, Alex has emerged as a thoughtful storyteller, sharing not just Hollywood memories but also wisdom about persistence, preparation, and persona...

Ep. 79: 🚫 The Common Traps of Living: How to Break Free & Live with Intention ✨What are the hidden traps that keep us stuck in overthinking, fear, and self-doubt? In Ep. 82 of the Grow Yourself Podcast, I sit down with author, educator, and leadership expert Gregg Vanourek to uncover the biggest pitfalls that quietly hold people back—and, most importantly, how to break free. 🌍Gregg shares i...

What does it mean to live wide open; curious, bold, and always learning? In this episode of Grow Yourself, I sit down with best-selling author and educator C.V. Wooster to explore the art of living as a modern Renaissance thinker. We talk about curiosity as a life skill, the courage to reinvent yourself, and the overlooked stories that shape our history. From the classroom to the desert, from lite...

When life throws challenges your way, it’s easy to doubt yourself. But you are capable of more than you imagine. In this powerful conversation with Terry Tucker — cancer warrior, former SWAT hostage negotiator, and author of Sustainable Excellence — we explore what it truly means to push past fear, overcome adversity, and live with courage every single day. You’ll discover:✅ The mindset shift tha...

The Right Shoes: A Journey of Self-Discovery & Meaningful ConnectionThe Right Shoes 👠: Discover Yourself & Build Real Connections | Lucy Cronly | Life Coach InterviewIn this inspiring episode of the GrowYourself Podcast, we dive deep with Lucy Cronly, an accredited life and leadership coach and author of The Right Shoes: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Meaningful Connections. 👟 The Right...

Raising Resilient Kids: Parenting with Emotional Awareness How do we raise emotionally strong, resilient kids? It starts with us. In this episode, Kevin McNulty sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Kahlila Robinson to explore the heart of emotional awareness in parenting. From tantrums to teen tension, we unpack how parents can regulate themselves first — and why that’s the real gam...

In this episode of GrowYourself, I sit down with Dre Baldwin, former professional basketball player and creator of the "Work On Your Game" brand to talk about what it really takes to show up when you least feel like it. Dre unpacks his powerful “Third Day” concept, shares how he transitioned from a Division III walk-on to a 9-year pro career, and why discipline, not motivation, is the re...

In this raw, inspiring, and unfiltered conversation, EJ Snyder—decorated Army Ranger, elite survivalist, and reality TV legend—shares the life journey that shaped his warrior mindset. From growing up in a tough New Jersey neighborhood and facing relentless bullying, to becoming a Sergeant Major with two Bronze Stars and the Legion of Merit, EJ’s path is a testament to resilience, grit, and leading...

In this deeply personal and inspiring interview, Pandit Dasa shares his remarkable journey — from growing up in a wealthy immigrant family in Los Angeles, to losing it all in a devastating fire, to seeking peace through meditation in post-communist Bulgaria. But it was what happened next — a decision that would take him far from everything he’d known — that truly changed the course of his life...a...

You’ve checked every box. You’ve hit the goals. But peace? Still missing. In this compelling conversation, I sit down with Ryan Christensen—a former intelligence officer turned hypnotist and coach—to explore the hidden emotional patterns that drive high achievers. We unpack why success often leads to exhaustion instead of fulfillment, how the subconscious mind fuels the “never enough” trap, and wh...

In this energizing and grounded conversation, Kevin McNulty sits down with holistic fitness coach and founder of The Energy Lab, Markus Knysle. From a burnout in the automotive industry to becoming a global wellness leader, Markus shares how movement, mindfulness, and meaningful habit shifts can help anyone—especially busy professionals—reclaim their energy and vitality. We cover:-How burnout chan...

In this powerful and inspiring episode of GrowYourself: Your Personal Development School of Growth, host Kevin McNulty sits down with Mark Anthony Baker — author of An Unbreakable Spirit — to explore the extraordinary journey from a childhood marked by abuse to a life defined by healing, resilience, and purpose. Mark opens up about how he unlocked the power of his mind to overcome unimaginable adv...

In this episode of Grow Yourself, I sit down with the brilliant and deeply insightful Dr. Raluca Maria Ionescu—a former lawyer, negotiation expert, organizational psychologist, and leadership coach. We dive into the heart of her powerful philosophy: "Hard Times Make Strong People… Rise Up." Drawing from her experiences growing up in communist Romania and her expertise in leadership and n...

(PART 2) Are you truly reaching your full potential, or are self-imposed limits holding you back? In this episode of Grow Yourself, we welcome peak performance coach JP Horgan to explore the power of mindset, habit transformation, and personal mastery. JP shares his journey of overcoming adversity, the secrets behind achieving peak performance, and how small, consistent changes can lead to massive...

(PART 1) Are you truly reaching your full potential, or are self-imposed limits holding you back? In this episode of Grow Yourself, we welcome peak performance coach JP Horgan to explore the power of mindset, habit transformation, and personal mastery. JP shares his journey of overcoming adversity, the secrets behind achieving peak performance, and how small, consistent changes can lead to massive...

Ever feel like you’re just one step away from being “found out”? Like no matter how much you achieve, there’s a voice in your head whispering, “You don’t really belong here”? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not a fraud. Expanded Description (Engaging & Relatable)Impostor syndrome is real, and it affects high achievers, leaders, and professionals at every level. In this episode, D...

What happens when the life you dreamed of shatters in an instant? How do you rebuild and find purpose when grief takes center stage? In this episode of the GrowYourself Podcast, Kevin McNulty explores these powerful questions with Bethel Stevens, speaker, mental health advocate, and author of Not a Cinderella Story: A Powerful Story of Love, Loss, and Perseverance When Life Goes Off Script. Bethel...