Uncharted

Skyler Colvin grew up everywhere—from Idaho to Australia to the rougher parts of Austin, Texas—but his real journey started when he gave up his lifelong soccer dreams to serve a mission. In this episode, Skyler opens up about exact obedience, depression after coming home, relearning how to walk with God, and why vulnerability might be the antidote to our “lonely pandemic.” If you’ve ever felt behi...

Everyone sees the views, no one sees the cost. In this episode of Uncharted, creator Brandon DeLuna pulls back the curtain on what being a content creator is really like—from BYU Honor Code drama and viral tampon videos to building a clothing brand, handling hate, and learning to stop caring what people think. If you’ve ever thought about betting on yourself and posting anyway, this one’s for you....

In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with Jimmy Rex, entrepreneur, podcast host, and former top-producing real estate agent, to discuss what it really takes to build an extraordinary life. Jimmy shares how he became Utah’s #1 real estate agent, why most people hold themselves back, and the mindset shifts that helped him create success in business, relationships, and personal growth. We dive in...

What happens when a torn ACL completely changes the direction of your life? In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with Brad to discuss how an injury led him from studying architecture to becoming a physical therapist and business owner with seven clinic locations. We dive into the fears that stop people from starting businesses, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and...

In this inspiring conversation, Brayden Black shares his journey from seminary teaching to psychology and coaching, revealing how a life-changing shift transformed his relationship with God from transactional to transformational. He discusses the power of trusting divine guidance, embracing uncertainty, overcoming limiting beliefs, and pursuing meaningful growth. Through personal stories and coach...

In this episode of Uncharted, Aubrie shares her story of becoming seriously ill in 2021 and the long road to finally getting answers. What started as unexplained pain quickly turned into years of doctor visits, rare vascular diagnoses, feeding tubes, multiple major surgeries, and moments where she truly feared for her life. She talks about growing up in Utah, struggling to feel understood in schoo...

In this episode of Uncharted Podcast, I sit down with Chance to talk about how one devastating moment changed the trajectory of his life forever. At just 17 years old, Chance lost his childhood home in a house fire, a moment that forced him to rebuild mentally, emotionally, and financially. That experience sparked his entrepreneurial journey, leading him to start businesses at a young age, step in...

What does it take to launch a business when the odds are stacked against you? Brock Painter opens up about his "blind optimism" that kept him going through years of financial struggle, living on faith, and supporting a growing family. He shares the pivotal moments, the sacrifices, and the unwavering belief in himself and his vision that ultimately led to a thriving community. From the unexpected i...

In this episode of Uncharted, we sit down with Frank Romney, a lifelong adventurer, physical therapist, and dedicated humanitarian. From climbing Denali with blind wounded warriors to exploring the depths of caves, Frank has spent decades pushing his own limits — all while helping others rise above theirs. He shares stories from his 38+ years as a physical therapist, his work with the Warrior Rize...

In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with Austin Whitney to talk about what it really means to walk away from security and build a life on your own terms. Austin shares his journey from starting his first entrepreneurial venture in 2018 to going fully self-employed in 2021, followed by his wife in 2022. Together, they made the difficult decision to leave behind traditional stability — includin...

In this episode of Uncharted, Austin Tesch shares the story behind his decision to walk away from a college soccer scholarship to pursue content creation full-time. What many people would consider risky or even reckless became, for him, a step toward alignment. We talk about the pressure to follow the traditional path, the realities of making money on social media, and how finding Christianity res...

What if the very thing that made you feel different is actually your greatest advantage? In this episode of Uncharted, Jeffery Mann shares his story of growing up adopted and Black in predominantly white spaces — and how learning to navigate rooms where he never fully “fit in” shaped his identity, confidence, and drive. We talk about stepping into the unknown, walking away from comfort, rebuilding...

In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with motivational speaker and host of The Progress Podcast, Noah Cannon, for an honest conversation about mental health, suicide prevention, and personal growth. Noah shares his personal journey, the moments that made his mission real, and how he turned pain into purpose. We talk about what real progress looks like when you’re struggling, how to support fri...

In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with Kaysen Stevens — an entrepreneur, top-performing sales leader, and coach who’s built success at a young age by thinking differently. Kaysen grew up around entrepreneur parents, launched his company Not A Thrift Store, and scaled it to $500,000 in revenue within six months. He went on to become the #1 sales rep in his solar company, lead the #1 team nat...

In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with country artist Jackson Hartley to talk about creativity, identity, and the moments that change everything. Jackson started his journey at just 16 years old, working professionally in video and photography and creating everything from commercials to personal films. Along the way, he fell in love with country music and began finding his voice not just be...

Johnny moved out at 16 and learned early how to survive on his own. He joined the Air Force, built a life around discipline and purpose, and later found himself coaching at the highest level in the NBA. From the outside, it looked like he had “made it.” Then everything changed. After a serious helicopter accident, long periods of unemployment, and ongoing back surgeries, Johnny was forced to sit s...

What do you do when you don’t want to keep going—but you do anyway? In this episode of Uncharted, I sit down with Jacob Johnson, an insurance agent whose career was born out of one of the darkest seasons of his life. Jacob opens up about nearly losing himself—and how running became the habit that helped keep him here when everything felt overwhelming. We talk about how fitness helped quiet the dar...

Mike Villa grew up believing in the American Dream — but for years, it felt like something meant for other people, not for someone starting from humble beginnings in Mexico. In this episode of Uncharted, we dive into how Mike went from imagining a better life to actually building it piece by piece, brick by brick, until the dream became his reality. Mike opens up about his childhood in Mexico, the...

In this episode of Uncharted, Adam Burn opens up about the darkest year of his life — and how running, something he once hated, became the thing that saved him. We dive into the origins of his run streak, the mental battles no one saw, and the moment he decided to run 420 miles across the entire state of Utah to spark a conversation around mental health and suicide prevention. Adam shares: ​ How h...

Annika Orozco spent years putting herself last — until her health forced her to face the reality that ignoring her well-being was keeping her from the life she truly wanted. In this episode of Uncharted, we dive into how hitting a physical and mental low point became the turning point that reshaped everything for her. Annika opens up about growing up in Lehi, navigating the pressure to always stay...

Robert Campos came to the U.S. with nothing — no plan, no safety net, and a lot of uncertainty. In this episode of Uncharted, we dive into how Robert rebuilt his life from scratch, found his path in real estate, and turned challenges into opportunities for growth. Robert opens up about leaving Venezuela, starting over in multiple countries, and the turning points that pushed him toward real estate...

At 18, Steve Holm bought his first house — not realizing it would spark a passion for real estate that would shape his future. In this episode of Uncharted, we dive into how Steve went from a young first-time homebuyer to running a $40 million company, all while helping others see what’s possible when you start early. Steve opens up about the lessons from his first deal, how he scaled from one pro...

At 14, Levi Bodily started mowing lawns — not realizing it would spark an entrepreneurial mindset that would shape his future. In this episode of Uncharted, we explore how sports, risk-taking, and faith fueled Levi’s journey from teenage hustler to young homeowner. We dive into lessons learned from flipping “dupes,” facing rejection in college sales, and embracing the unknown during his mission in...

In this solo episode of Uncharted, Savanah opens up about the 20 lessons that have shaped her so far, the honest, unfiltered truths she’s learned in her 20 years of life. From learning to let go of control and trust the process to facing rejection, embracing change, and finding real confidence, these are the moments that taught her how to move forward even when the path wasn’t clear. This isn’t a...

In this episode of Uncharted, we sit down with award-winning music educator, composer, and author Cyndy Carlton, whose 32-year career has inspired countless students and families. Cyndy opens up about what first drew her to music education, how she balanced raising five children with an incredible professional journey, and the values that shaped her family’s success. We talk about the power of mus...