The Known Experience

"Life is made up of a multiplicity of nows." This wisdom from Ben's mom has helped him make the unfathomable journey from bedridden and near death to completing a 100 mile ultra-marathon with a torn achilles. Ben shares how the power of resilience has impacted his health, his marriage and how John almost killed him - literally.

Johann Beukes is an AI consultant, data scientist and investor who has worked on the cognitive development of some of the most advanced AI robotics. With a BS in Psychology and an MS in Predictive Analytics, his approach to Artificial Intelligence is highly informed, cautiously optimistic, and human centered. Join as we discuss the possibilities and pitfalls of AI. https://www.johannbeukes.com/ ht...

Best known as the winner of Big Brother 16, Derrick shares how the detective techniques that helped him win $575,000 can lead to personal success as well. As a young police recruit he was quickly promoted to detective, eventually going under cover and working with the ATF, DEA, FBI, and Secret Service. Now retired from police work, Derrick was recently on the Peacock hit show The Traitors, and is...

Sean and John recorded this episode in Kampala, Uganda after leading a three day business bootcamp for alumni of the Watoto Children's Village. For 30 years Watoto has been rescuing orphans throughout Uganda and South Sudan. They currently care for more than 3,000 children and babies as well as widows and single mothers. You can learn more about them here: https://www.watoto.com/   You can check o...

Just months into a new and exciting career in consulting, Craig Denison woke up to the worst day of his life. In this episode he gets real with us about the fear, anger, awareness and transformation that sometimes only suffering can bring. 

Rob is back and blowing our minds with a new model for understanding how leadership works. Do you primarily lead from strength, mind, heart or soul? Listen to find out how each is unique and can glean from the others. Whether you are leading at work or home, the wisdom Rob shares will help you better navigate any relationship. https://drrobmurray.com/

Growing up, Slice Penny was a typical suburban kid from a good family. Popular, athletic and smart, he thrived in college becoming the president of the greek council. So how did he go from the frat house to prison and then divinity school? You've got to hear it to believe it!

Singer/Songwriter Matthew Perryman Jones joins us from Santa Fe, NM. He shares about the worst 50th birthday ever, wisdom gained along the way and the importance of being present with his kids. The songs on his new project reflect on moving beyond the disconnect and divisiveness of our current culture and choosing a different path. Check him out at the links below! https://www.mpjmusic.com/ https:...

Founder and Executive Director of Inner City Innovators, Ricky Aiken has made it his life’s mission to inspire and empower inner city youth to embody the change so desperately needed in their communities. Ricky is a boots-on-the-ground, “all-in”, agent of change who believes that real change happens when the people who need it, lead it.  https://innercityinnovators.org/

Special Operations Chief (SEAL) Aaron Vaughn was KIA on August 6th, 2011 when a chopper carrying 30 Americans was shot down in the Tangi River Valley of Afghanistan while rushing into battle. An incident also known as 31 Heroes. Aaron left behind 2 small children; a son who was not quite two years old and a daughter who was only nine weeks old. Adam Baldwin, His brother-in-law, shares about that f...

On Thanksgiving 2022, Matt Goldstein experienced a tragedy that will forever change him. He shares with us about his journey from hitting rock bottom to choosing life, what he is learning today and how it has transformed his definition of success. Learn more about Matt and his work here: https://thecollectiveagent.com/

Sean and John talk about what they learned from their guests this year. Part 2 of 2. www.knownexperience.com

Sean and John talk about what they learned from their guests this year. Part 1 of 2. www.knownexperience.com

You've heard the name and seen the ads, but what the hell is Movember anyway? We talked to their Community Development Manager, Max Skinner, about naked sky diving, knowing your nuts and what inspired him to join the Order of Mo. Learn more at movember.com

Whether he is painting an orphan, a prisoner or a politician, Kevin McEvoy is a curious observer of life. His philanthropic work is diverse, from serving with Watoto as they rescue child soldiers in Sudan, to preserving black rhinos as an ambassador for the African Community and Conservation Foundation. Kevin's most recent endeavor is an online arts learning platform https://www.classicalartathome...

Mitch specializes in providing collaborative therapy practices to help people find hope and healing while developing practical strategies to manage life's difficulties in a healthy way.  He is certified as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, utilizing a body-oriented therapy approach to develop self-awareness, emotional cap...

Stephen is the director of Forerunner Mentoring, and he believes that relationships change lives. Click here to invest in the high potential young men and mothers that they serve: https://forerunnermentoring.com/donation   Check out his podcast, You Can Mentor, here: https://youcanmentor.com Poorly Understood: What America Gets Wrong About Poverty - https://a.co/d/7eiJsjc To learn more about our n...

Live from Durham, North Carolina, Sean and John sit down together to discuss the journey that led to his new restaurant venture, https://guglhupf.com/. This wild ride includes $150,000 fine art, Einstein, Tacos, Hip Hop, Secret Service, Covid, Adventure Vans and delicious baked goods. Most of all, it's a story about staying true to your purpose, no matter what life throws at you. Watch the video v...

Curt Maggitt is a project management specialist, philanthropist, NoBull athlete, adventurer and former NFL linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts. He is the founder of the Edge Foundation, equipping high potential youth from the inner city with the necessary tools and skills to conquer whatever life throws at them. He has a BA in Communications and an MBA from the University of Tennessee. https://1...

After "trying" football his senior year of college, Julius Thomas became a 7 year NFL veteran, 2x Pro Bowler and played in the Super Bowl. Since retiring he has founded two holistic health companies and is currently completing his doctorate in psychology. https://www.instagram.com/julius_thomas/ https://www.mastery-development.com/ https://www.nestreapp.com/

Dr. Steven Garber is the founder and principal of The Washington Institute for Faith, Vocation & Culture, which is focused on reframing the way people understand the meaning of vocation and the common good. He is a professor, consultant and the author of four books including The Seamless Life: A Tapestry of Love and Learning, Worship and Work. https://washingtoninst.org/author/stevengarber/

Brian in the founder of Refuge Foundation, a diverse consortium of individuals who care deeply about leaders and desire to see them flourish. He has a passion to see leaders emerge from toxic isolation into holistic health through deep and meaningful relationships. www.refugefoundation.org

Widely regarded as the guru of all things fantasy sports, Matthew's journey has been a wild one. From growing up as a culture shocked east coast kid in a small Texas town, he's gone on to be a successful screenwriter, New York Times best selling author, consultant to Jay Z, cameoed with The Avengers, featured on Jimmy Fallon and regularly appears on Football Night in America, Sunday Night Football...

Justin McRoberts is an author, coach, speaker, and songwriter. He is the author of six books, including the upcoming, Sacred Strides (May 2023). http://justinmcroberts.com/ For over 20 years, Justin has helped artists and entrepreneurs find their way. From the stage, through his stories in books or during coaching sessions, he leans on his years of experience to help individuals and teams solve pr...

Dr. Jake Hyde has made it his mission to empower each of his clients to experience transformational healing through mind-body restoration, neuro-emotional reprogramming, trauma relief, nutritional consultations and corrective movement training.