The Apex Mindset

Welcome to The Apex Mindset Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Robert Mora, owner of Star Comics, a shop that's been part of the Lubbock community for 40+ years and a cornerstone of pop culture collecting in West Texas. From growing up around comics to building a store that has adapted through decades of industry shifts, Robert shares the real story behind what it takes to survive—and thriv...

Welcome to The Apex Mindset Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with my friend and bass teacher, John Reid, a professor and performing professional musician whose journey through sound, stages, classrooms, and studios has shaped more players than most people will ever realize. From discovering Steppenwolf and choosing the low end, to navigating early bands, career pivots, and the realities of mak...

Welcome to the Apex Mindset Podcast! In this Episode of The Roundtable, I sat down with Cody West, Director of Marketing at Wylie & Son, Inc. Owner & Broadcaster at West 11 Sports and ex-Radio DJ with over 20 years behind the mic ... Radio shaped Cody's voice, discipline, and understanding of community. From owning a station to building West 11 Sports to navigating the rise of streaming and smartp...

DUNES is a short documentary telling the story of my first 10K race through the sands of West Texas at Monahans Sandhills State Park. This wasn't just a race. Running a 10K in sand tests more than your legs, it exposes your mindset, your preparation, and your purpose. In this film, I break down what it takes to step into longer distances, the mental and physical demands of racing, and the lessons...

Welcome to the Finale of my Couch To Champion Journey! This is it, the final check-in before race day. From the first steps off the couch to the battles with injury, burnout, and self-doubt, this journey has been anything but easy. In this episode, I look back on the highs, the lows, and the lessons that reshaped my view of success. I share how slowing down helped me rediscover joy, rekindle old p...

Welcome to Beyond The Gear! This episode is all about the Hoka Mach 6 Shoes. Join me as I talk about specs and features, why I switched and why they are my new race day shoes. I'll share practical thoughts and honest feedback after 50 miles! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Why The Hoka Mach 6 Matters 01:41 - Specs & Features 03:57 - Unboxing & First Impressions 05:35 - Fit & Performance 08:09 - Ho...

Welcome to Part 05 of my Couch To Champion Journey! This episode is all about he Turning Point. We're halfway through and I haven't given near enough! I took a hard look in the mirror and realized something had to change. From ditching the comfort of "gentle training" to confronting the toughest opponent, myself; this is where the real transformation begins. I'm shifting gears, resetting my mindse...

Welcome To my Conversation with Vic Valdez!! What does it really take to live a life of discipline, purpose, and spiritual growth? In this episode of the Apex Mindset Podcast, we sit down with Vic Valdez, a father, husband, and fitness-driven believer who's been through the fire and come out stronger. From growing up Pentecostal to finding balance between faith, family, and fitness, Vic shares raw...

Welcome to Beyond The Gear! This episode is all about Atomic Habits by James Clear. Join me as I talk about habits and how to manage, change and conquer habits. I'll share practical insights from the book, my thoughts and opinions and tools to help you grow!! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 03:54 - Why Consistency Wins 07:43 - Build Systems, Not Just Goals 13:10 - Understanding the Habit Feedback Loop 13:...

Welcome to Part 04 of my Couch To Champion Journey! This episode is all about dealing with burnout. Join me as I talk about My lack of interest in March and the reworking of my new mindset in April. I'll share how going to hard too fast stole my joy, how to rely on your inner circle and a practical method to dealing with and overcoming burnout! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Burnout & Low Motivat...

Welcome To Part 02 of my Conversation with Jon Kelso!! In this episode, I sit down with my Step-Dad to talk about the mindset behind his weight loss journey, nutrition and hydration, and the lifestyle changes he's made to keep the wight off for now more 5+ years. Whether you're on the journey to a healthier lifestyle yourself or just want to learn more about Heath & Fitness, this conversation is f...

Welcome To Part 01 of my Conversation with Jon Kelso!! In this episode, I sit down with my Step-Dad to talk about his weight loss journey, nutrition, and the lifestyle changes he's made to keep the wight off for now more 5+ years. Whether you're on the journey to a healthier lifestyle yourself or just want to learn more about Heath & Fitness, this conversation is full of insight and practical take...

Welcome to Beyond The Gear! This episode is all about The Garmin Instinct 3 Watch. Join me as I talk about the major features and why I use this particular watch to prepare me for my 5k journey. I'll share how it benefits me in the field, why it's different and what it can do for you!!  Chapters: 00:00 - Intro  00:53 - Design & Durability 05:40 - Built In Flashlight 06:43 - Battery Life Review 08:...

Welcome to the Couch To Champion Journey! This episode is all about Learning from mistakes. Join me as I talk about My constant interruptions in March and some new changes I will be making going into the month of April. I'll share how procrastination has been my biggest enemy, my bad gut heath and the science behind the Gut-Brain Axis, my bad knee injury and how it crippled 70% of my March trainin...

Welcome to Beyond The Gear! This episode is all about Amino Energy by Optimum Nutrition. Join me as I talk about the benefits and why I use this particular supplement over any others. I'll share how it's helped my ADHD, why it's different and what it can do for you!! Thanks For Listening!

Welcome To The Apex Mindset Podcast!!   In this episode, I sit down with Sue Sharp to talk about Native American culture, identity, and the modern-day experience of Native communities. Sue shares what it means to be Muscogee today and how Native culture continues to thrive despite challenges. We tackle misconceptions and racism that Native people still face. We talk about embracing Native identity...

Welcome to the Couch To Champion Journey! This episode is all about Reflections. Join me as I talk about My roller coaster of a month in February and some new changes I will be making going into the month of march. I'll share how I broke 4 milestones in one run, why I skipped a whole week of workouts, how I'm training and preparing for a new set of milestones and what changes I've made mentally an...

Welcome to Season 2 of the podcast! This episode is all about new beginnings. Join me as I talk about why I changed the name of the podcast and where I kick off my new personal challenge: Training for a 5K. I'll share why I chose this goal, where i'm staring, how i'm training and preparing for it and what's to come for the new year and the new podcast. 

Join me as I sit down with my pastors, Dwight & Denise Glassco! Founders of Fresh Adventures in Relashionships Ministries. In thius episode we dive into their origin story and take a closer look at how they have helped other people build their relationships with God and with others. Also we take a look at the lives of the founders and how God brought about their ministry.

Join me as I sit down with my once youth pastor and good friend Romeyo Kirven. We talk about his journey of finding his purpose and the pain that comes with having a mission and calling in life. We discuss how to find our own purpose and how to build courage on our journey through our own pain.

Send us a Text Message. Join me as I talk to Writer and Actor Matt Lamar! We dive into his journey of discovering his dreams, how God gave him identity and how he's taking that into the field of filmmaking and we dive into his new show, MORTAL HUNTERS!

Send us a Text Message. Join me for a special episode of our podcast as I sit down with my friend and veteran, Kenny Kent. Kenny shares heartfelt reflections on what Memorial Day means to him, offering a deeply personal perspective on this important day.  In this episode, Kenny opens up about his experiences in the military, recounting some of the most inspiring and poignant moments from his servi...

Join me for the first episode as I sit down with my very own Step-Dad, Jon Kelso! We dive into his journey of loosing 80 pounds and uncover his insight into Health, Fitness, Nutrition and the mindset of change and building new lifelong Habits!