Misfit Social

Betrayal can be brutal. Sometimes it may seem that we're the victim and our enemy has taken advantage of us. But when we unpack it, often times, and as painful as it may seeme, we played a role in our own undoing. In this episode, hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson discuss betrayal from a spiritual context as well as offer their opinions on the secular take of what it means to be on the...

The Misfits welcome Kaci King, CEO of West Ohio Tool Co. As she and host Cliff Nance are both second generation in the metals industry, they delve into the ups and downs of family business.

What does "coaching" mean to you? Hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson discuss coaching in business - and in life - and the importance of setting guidelines while providing constructive feedback and holding our “team” accountable. Directed, produced and edited by Adam Howell.

Host Cliff Nance explains why tungsten is a critical raw material, vital to every aspect of our lives. This episode’s guest, Debbie West - Chief Operating Officer at Lineage Metallurgical, a Tungco brand - provides examples of how we use tungsten morning to night, perhaps without even knowing it. From industries as varied as horses, golfing, automotive (both EV and petrol), aerospace, agriculture,...

Hello, Misfits, and welcome to the Season 3 premiere of the Pod! When was the last time you were seriously offended by someone or something? Hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson recall stories from their own lives when they were offended and, also, when they might've been offensive themselves. When the time comes, will you look in the mirror or out the window? Thanks for watching, and lis...

The Misfits discuss why they wanted to start a podcast, why they feel obliged to challenge the status quo and why they intend to continue asking questions and sharing their opinions.

Episode 210: Baptiste Lucas - Disney Animator. From Paris to Los Angeles, Baptiste Lucas became an animator at Disney. He shares his journey with Misfit hosts Cliff Nance and Paul Cook, along with co-host Adam Howell, in this episode covering topics ranging from American culture (cuisine and basketball) to how AI might reshape the way we, literally, come to view future art and what can be done to...

The “end times” is big business. And whether you believe in it or not, most religions - and plenty of Hollywood movies - want to talk about it. Throughout history, we’ve been inundated with imagery and stories about righteousness vs. eternal damnation. So, if there’s a Hell, it’ll be one hell of an ending. Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson discuss their personal journeys surrounging this int...

As a Physical Therapist, Jackleen helped co-host Paul Cook recover after shattering his shoulder in a horrendous motorcycle crash. She’s the co-founder and CEO of Resilient Healthcare, which offers technology and management solutions to hospitals so that they can provide programs for their patients. In this episode, Paul and the other Misfits (Cliff Nance and Royce Wilson) discuss healthcare and b...

From overseeing $3 billion in construction at Southwest Airlines to helping scale the sit-stand VariDesk, Jeff Lamb has decades of experience in corporate leadership. In this episode of Misfit Social Podcast, he shares his “people first” approach with hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson. Jeff currently serves on the board of Lionheart Children’s Academy, which utilizes unused church spac...

Did you ever think the words “sacred” and “wound” could be related? Well, “Papa Joe” is here to tell you they can. In this poignant episode of the Misfit Social Podcast, hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson partake in a prayer for the sacred wounds of the world - and within us. ‘Complicated’ indicates fragility. ‘Complex’ is anti-fragile. - Cliff Nance. We hope you find joy in this emotio...

This is not a deep fake. But hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson do take a deep dive into the ever-evolving, ever upon us world of Artificial Intelligence. Be prepared for "hard thinking on hard topics" in this episode of Misfit Social Podcast. Are you afraid?

Truly inspiring! Ana "Baby" Carolina Vieira and Luanna "Lu" Alzuguir are 10x world champions in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and, as a married couple and 1st generation immigrant business owners, they started the first openly gay martial arts studio in the USA. Hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson get the chance to talk with these courageous women on this episode of Misfit Social Podcast. Currentl...

Jay Leno's Garage , Motor Mythbusters and LA's Petersen Automotive Museum - just a few of the places you'll find Bisi Ezerioha's work. His story began in Nigeria, gained momentum in SoCal's street racing culture and accelerated to full speed when he became a pro-race car driver. He then became an in-demand engine builder and started his own company (Bisimoto Engineering) where he serves as CEO and...

In this episode, Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and guest host Adam Howell sit down with metals, manufacturing and marketing expert, Jennifer Betts. Get ready for "hard thinking on hard topics".

The Misfits are back! Season 2 opens with hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson jumping right into the fire as they discuss scandals within society, the church and other heated news-worthy headlines. Be prepared for "hard thinking on hard topics".

In the Season 1 finale episode, hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson sit down with Jenny Gibson. When she wasn't devoting herself to non-profits and small town civil servant work, she was a restauranteur involved in banking and real estate - and that's all after she decided to stop practicing law as an attorney! With a great sense of humor and humble self-reflection, Jenny shares her jour...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Misfit Social, hosts Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson sit down with Tim Morgan—known to some as a ”Night Stalker," and to others as pastor, guru, and all-around badass. Tim shares his extraordinary journey from military aviation in the elite Night Stalkers unit to serving as a pastor, and how faith, resilience, and brotherhood have shaped his...

In this episode of The Misfit Social podcast, the Cliff, Paul and Royce interviewed Shannon Payton, a contractor and accomplished softball coach. The discussion covered Shannon's journey from coaching his daughter Mallory to leading a championship-winning team. Shannon shared insights about coaching philosophy, player development, and the evolution of coaching methods. He discussed how his daughte...

Misfit Social Podcast - Episode 9: Finding Strength in Adversity with Amber Baker In this episode of Misfit Social, we sit down with Amber Baker, a resilient and inspiring individual who has navigated life’s challenges with unwavering determination. Amber shares her journey of overcoming obstacles, embracing change, and finding purpose through adversity. Together, we dive into the power of mindset...

In this episode of Misfit Social, we sit down with entrepreneur Heather Hardin, a bold risk-taker who turned her passion into a thriving business. Heather shares her journey—the challenges, the wins, and the unexpected lessons along the way. We dive into the mindset of a true misfit entrepreneur, exploring what it takes to build something from the ground up while staying true to yourself. From ove...

In this episode of Misfit Social, we sit down with Kevin Cotton—entrepreneur, community leader, and mayor—who shares his journey of balancing business and public service. From building a successful career as an entrepreneur to leading a city with vision and purpose, Mayor Cotton brings powerful insights on leadership, resilience, and the importance of staying connected to the people you serve. Joi...

In Episode 6 of Misfit Social, Cliff, Paul, and Royce dive into the complex and often polarizing topic of Christian Nationalism. Together, they explore its historical roots, cultural implications, and how it intersects with modern-day politics, faith, and societal values. This thought-provoking conversation challenges listeners to critically examine the balance between faith and patriotism, the po...

In Episode 5 of Misfit Social, Cliff, Paul and Royce sit down with Steve Nance, the founder and CEO of a groundbreaking company, to discuss the power of visionary leadership and staying true to core values in the face of challenges. Steve shares his journey of building a successful business from the ground up, the lessons learned along the way, and how he maintains a people-first approach in his l...

In Episode 4 of  Misfit Social , Cliff Nance, Paul Cook and Royce Wilson sit down with Lance Ford, author, coach, consultant, and co-founder of the Sentralized Conference. With over three decades of experience as a pastor and church planter, Lance shares his insights on building community, developing leaders, and creating systems that inspire transformative change. Lance discusses his work in desi...