HERO'S JOURNEY

Hey friends — welcome back to Heroes Journey . In this solo episode, I reflect on a recent 50K ultramarathon I ran outside of San Diego on the Pacific Crest Trail — and how these long, grueling races have become more than just physical challenges. For me, ultramarathons are a metaphor for life. In just 15–20 minutes, I unpack: 🏃 The context : What happened during the race — the physical demands,...

In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of The Hero’s Journey , we sit down with Howard R. , a 76-year-old commercial actor, model, and former social worker from Boulder, Colorado, whose second act in life is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about: ✨ Reinvention after divorce in his 60s 🎭 How he got into modeling and acting after retirement 🌄 Growing up and staying in Boulder, and hi...

In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, Kallup McCoy shares his unbelievable journey—from a lost teenager abusing narcotics to a man of faith leading others through recovery. Kallup walks us through his early struggles with identity, the allure of sports and partying, and how substance abuse took hold at a young age. His story includes losing a concrete business, falling deeper into addict...

What does it take to build a thriving relationship in today’s world — one that’s honest, resilient, and built to last? In this conversation, Nick is joined by Jayson Gaddis, relationship coach, author, and founder of The Relationship School. Jayson shares his personal transformation from emotionally numb and disconnected to a deeply present husband, father, and teacher. Together, they unpack what’...

What does it take to go from losing confidence and feeling stuck to finishing Ironman races and rediscovering your true self? In this episode of The Hero’s Journey Podcast, Sabine shares his powerful transformation—from a period of burnout and self-doubt in his mid-20s to building a life of purpose, discipline, and adventure. Starting with a simple “bike to work” initiative, he eventually embraced...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Jesse Manwaring joins the show for a deep conversation on physical practice, emotional resilience, and how we shape our own story. From hand-balancing and body awareness to inner narrative work and self-compassion, Jesse brings both grounded insight and lived experience. Whether you’re on a journey of personal growth or just looking to reconnect with...

In this debut episode, we sit down with Sam Delgado, a Denver-based trail runner, baker, and all-around endurance enthusiast, to explore the mindset behind pushing limits — both physical and mental. We cover:How an obsession with craft turned from sourdough bread to ultramarathonsWhat it’s like to win your 50k in near-total anonymityThe allure and difficulty of the High Lonesome 100Why discipline,...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Hero’s Journey Podcast! In this inaugural solo monologue, your host shares the inspiration behind starting this project, exploring the ancient and universal concept of the Hero’s Journey and how it can serve as a compass for modern life. This episode is for anyone who feels called to more—more purpose, more meaning, more growth. It’s a conversation about co...