Best Chris Lytle Podcasts (2025)

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E82: Jeff Hurst of Furnished Finder | How to Turn Flexible Housing Into Opportunity 1:19:32

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Join Kyle Matthews as he welcomes Jeff Hurst, President and CEO of Furnished Finder, to the Matthews Mentality Podcast. In this insightful conversation, Jeff delves into the nuances of wealth, happiness, and the evolving landscape of flexible housing. Drawing from his extensive career in the travel and real estate industries, including leadership r…

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Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC 1:30:04

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Send us a text Ep 295 Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC Josh Neer burst onto the professional scene boasting a record that had just under 100 amateur fights. Neer’s MMA journey had him training in Canada with Joe Doerkson as well as many years at the Miletich Fighting Systems Chris Lytle joins us on this fantastic listen documenting the Indy grind of the Mi…

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E80: Anson Dorrance | Building Championship Teams and Competitive Greatness 1:45:51

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In this episode, we delve into the career and philosophy of legendary coach Anson Dorrance, who has led the University of North Carolina's women's soccer program to an unprecedented 21 National Championships. With 47 years of coaching experience, Anson shares insights on building a successful sports dynasty, fostering a competitive culture, and the…

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Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 1:54:31

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Send us a text Ep 294 Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 50 Fight Club member Brock Larson is a stand out fighter from the tough Midwest grind. Larson started his career as a training partner to Sean Sherk and advanced himself to being a top 5 ranked fighter. Dave Menne, Brock Lesnar & Brad Kohler are all talked about with some killer stories. Ep 294 Broc…

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E79: Dr. Fred Johnson | Building Championship Cultures and Leadership in the NFL 55:54

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Dr. Fred Johnson, a renowned leadership strategist and culture architect. Dr. Johnson shares his insights on transforming team culture, the importance of muscle memory in changing organizational behavior, and building trust through transparency, vulnerability, and …

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Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations 1:57:57

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Send us a text Ep 293 Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations The year 2008 was a wild year for the UFC; it featured 3 of the largest grossing PPV’s in company history and some incredible main events. Ant Evans returns to the show to discuss what took place in 2008 and share never heard from before stories from an incredible era. Ep 293 Ant Evans 2008 U…

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E78: Dr. Chris Thornberg | America’s Economy Is Stronger Than You Think 1:25:02

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Dr. Chris Thornberg, one of the most respected economic voices in the country and founding partner of Beacon Economics. The discussion covers a range of topics including the current U.S. economy, the housing market, interest rates, and the future of AI in labor mar…

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E77: Burke Nihill | Shaping the Future of the Tennessee Titans 57:16

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Burke Nihill, President and CEO of the Tennessee Titans. They dive into the complexities and strategies of building a successful NFL franchise, discussing the importance of culture, leadership, and the disciplined approach to draft, develop, and retain talent. Nihi…

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Shark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez 1:58:56

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Send us a text Ep 292 Shark Tank with Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez Shark Tank owner Eddy Millis and Jay Martinez are two influential members of the early NHB movement in California Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez share their stories from an era that is referred to as the golden era of Mixed Martial Arts Ep 292 Shark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez 0:00…

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Mac Danzig The UFC Years 1:57:34

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Send us a text Ep 291 Mac Danzig UFC Years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 1:32 interview start 3:44 plugs/ promotions 6:27 jiu jitsu for the current generation 8:54 backroom bonus from the UFC 12:02 Mac Danzig vs Josh Neer 15:16 suffering 3 straight losses in the UFC 18:26 opportunities fr…

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E76: Mike Sarraille | Navy SEAL Secrets to Mental Toughness, Leadership, and Crushing Adversity 1:43:13

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Join Kyle Matthews in an in-depth conversation with Mike Sarraille, a retired Navy SEAL officer and bestselling author. In this episode, the duo explore critical themes of resilience, leadership, mental toughness, and overcoming victim mentality. Mike shares real-life lessons from the battlefields of Iraq and delves into the powerful concept of emo…

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Kazja Kaged Kombat & Conspiracy 2:02:35

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Send us a text Ep 290 Kazja Kage Kombat & Conspiracy When it comes to pioneers of the early No Holds Barred days, the name Kazja is associated with both progress and controversy. Kazja gave us a look at what it was like to be on the front lines fighting the athletic commissions tooth and nail on every decision and how he was able to subvert their s…

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E75: Ben Lytle | How He Built Anthem and Helps People Find Their Potential 1:11:58

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthews sits down with Ben Lytle, a visionary entrepreneur, thought leader, and author whose work explores the intersection of human potential and future trends. Ben is best known as the founder of Anthem, Inc., now Elevance Health, one of the largest health insurance companies in the world. …

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Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Career Deep Dive 1:48:20

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Send us a text Ep 289 Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Deep Dive Cecil Peoples joins us to discuss the developmental days of mixed martial arts and its transition into modern day fighting. We delve into stories about Frank Dux, Zane Frazier and the reputation of Gene LeBell Herb Dean sat in on this special episode with a true pioneer of the sport Cecil P…

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E74: Ward Kampf of Northwood Retail | Navigating the Future of Retail Real Estate 1:02:39

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Welcome to the Matthews Mentality Podcast! In this episode, host Kyle Matthews is joined by Ward Kampf, President of Northwood Retail. With over 30 years of experience, Ward has been instrumental in shaping one of the most dynamic retail portfolios in the U.S. and discusses his journey from wanting to be a sports agent to becoming a pioneering lead…

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Homer Moore Career & Controversy 2:21:21

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Send us a text Ep 288 Homer Moore Career & Controversy Homer Moore started him MMA journey with a Richard Hamilton who was a criminal coach enrolled in the witness protection program He later connected with Sammy the Bull Gravano where he was arrested for an over a decade old m*rder Homer Moore takes us through these troubling times while also addr…

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E73: Mosheh Oinounou | How Mo News Helps You Stay Informed & Build Trust in Modern News 1:16:06

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, Kyle Matthew sits down with Mosheh Oinounou, an award-winning journalist and founder of MO News. Mosheh shares his insights on the ever-changing landscape of journalism, his transition from corporate media executive to solo founder, and the importance of trust and transparency in news reporting. He…

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Apy Echteld M1 Global & Fedor 1:46:30

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Send us a text Ep 287 Apy Echteld M1 Global & Fedor Apy Echteld comes from the rich history of the famous Dutch promotion 2 Hot 2 Handle as well as managing Fedor Emelianenko Echteld walks us through an incredibly difficult year for M1 (2010) while also balancing the management aspects of Fedor. The questions in this interview are not easy to answe…

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E72: Dan Katz of KPR | How to Build, Lead, and Scale in Real Estate 58:03

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Join us on the Matthews Mentality Podcast as we sit down with visionary real estate entrepreneur Daniel Katz, founder and Managing Partner of KPR. Daniel shares his journey from launching Katz Properties in Boston at age 24 to growing KPR into a $2 billion portfolio of grocery-anchored shopping centers across the U.S. Learn about his challenges, ke…

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Gan Mcgee Career Deep Dive 1:45:04

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Send us a text Ep 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Dive Gan McGee takes us through his career that had him in a world title fight while also watching his Teamate Chuck Lidell become the sports first global superstar. Once again legendary coach John Hackleman sits in on another interview featuring one of his prized athletes. Ep 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Di…

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Ant Evans 2007 UFC Deep Dive 2:16:10

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Send us a text Ep 285 Ant Evans 2007 UFC Deep Dive Ant Evans spent 13 years working administratively for the UFC under the capacity of media manager and Fight Pass president. In his first ever interview; Ant gives us an incredible look into what was being said behind the scenes when the UFC became the global leader of mixed martial arts. This is an…

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E71: Will Bartholomew | What It Takes to Scale a Fitness Business 58:30

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In this compelling episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Will Bartholomew, the founder and CEO of D1 Training. From his early days as a three-sport high school athlete to playing football alongside Peyton Manning at the University of Tennessee, Will shares his incredible journey. After a series of knee injurie…

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Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza 2:05:43

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Send us a text Ep 284 Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza Legendary manager Bas Boon takes us through the incredibly dangerous behind the scenes from one of the world’s most dominant gyms as well as transitioning to having to deal with the Pride FC and the Japanese Yakuza. The Golden Glory gym had gangland type hits, internal fighting and a global reput…

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E70: Brent Yates Founder of Aion | Mastering Personal Growth and the Fitness Industry 1:07:56

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews is joined by transformational leader, entrepreneur, and advocate for personal growth, Brent Yates. Brent, the founder of Aion, a performance lifestyle brand designed to elevate the human experience, shares his journey of personal and professional transformation. From his roots in…

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Jason Von Flue Career Deep Dive 2:31:36

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Send us a text Ep 283 Jason Von Flue Career Deep Dive Jason Von Flue made a name for himself on the Ultimate Fighter Season 2; his appearance thar was somewhat controversial due to how he was treated on the show. An original member of The Pit fight team Jason recalls his time watching Chuck Lidell become the sports biggest superstar This is Jason V…

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E69: Mariane Bekker of Founders Bay | Why Humanoids and AI Will Change Everything 1:33:09

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Join us on this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast as we sit down with Mariane Bekker, managing partner of Founders Bay, to discuss the realities of the startup ecosystem. Mariane shares invaluable insights on the hard work and time commitment required to succeed, misconceptions about overnight success, and the critical role of AI in revolut…

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Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive 1:54:14

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Send us a text Ep 282 Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive Antonio Banuelos is a pioneer of the 135# weight class; he was the WEC champion prior to the weight class existing in the UFC Banuelos takes us through his career as well as what it was like to live with Chuck Lidell at the height of his fighting career. Special Thank You to John Hackleman for…

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E68: Coach Pete Carroll | Always Compete, Win Forever 43:50

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Join us on the Matthews Mentality Podcast as we sit down with legendary football coach Pete Carroll. Currently the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, Pete Carroll is the only coach to have won both a Super Bowl and two NCAA national championships. Known for his 'win forever' mindset and competitive spirit, Coach Carroll delves into his philosophy…

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Bas Boon MMA & Dutch Mafia 1:55:43

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Send us a text Ep 281 Bas Boon Dutch Mafia & MMA Bas Boon is one of MMA’s most prolific managers, his involvement in K1 & Pride FC is largely undocumented This interview took almost 3 years to finally track down and it guarantee’s a multi part series with a man that has made deals with mafia organizations over 3 different continents Ep 281 Bas Boon…

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E67: Darryll Stinson | How to Communicate with Confidence, Clarity, and Purpose 1:37:40

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In this transformative episode of The Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Darryll Stinson, a visionary speaker, bestselling author, and founder of Second Chance Athletes. Darryll shares his journey from being a top-ranked athlete to experiencing a dark period of depression, addiction, and multiple suicide attempts. Through…

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Jeff Houston BKFC 1 1:27:25

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E66: Stephen Yalof CEO of Tanger | How to Build High-Trust Teams & Future-Proof Retail 58:15

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, we sit down with Stephen Yalof, CEO of Tanger, to discuss his journey from transactional real estate to leading a major retail company. Stephen shares valuable insights on leadership, the importance of trust within a team, and the evolution of the retail industry post-COVID. From his early days inf…

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Hermes Franca Career Deep Dive 1:43:53

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Send us a text Ep 279 Hermes Franca Career & Controversy Hermes Franca fought some of the toughest guys in the world during his time at the UFC; inside the cage he seemed to be in complete control…. Outside of the cage was a different story. In his first interview in over a decade, Her ws joins us to talk about his career and path to a world title …

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E65: Luke Petherbridge CEO of Link Logistics | Forging Character Through Crisis and Leading with Impact 1:29:47

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Luke Petherbridge, CEO of Link Logistics, to discuss leadership, resilience, and personal growth. Luke shares insights from his early career experiences, particularly his time at Macquarie and Rubicon, where he learned the importance of character forged in crisis a…

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Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive 1:13:24

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Send us a text Ep 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive Roberto Traven beginnings in the sport takes us back to the war between Lita Livre & Gracie Jiu Jitsu Very rarely do we ever get such an early look into a time in the sport when there was such chaos. Phenomenal listen Ep 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lyt…

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E64: Leslie Mosier | Creating Doug the Pug and a Brand That Broke the Internet 1:13:41

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Join us on The Matthews Mentality Podcast as we dive deep into the story behind Doug the Pug, the internet sensation with over 18 million followers, with Leslie Mosier. Leslie, a seasoned social media strategist and entrepreneur, shares her journey from the music industry to creating a global brand around her adorable pug. Hear about the trials, tr…

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Mac Danzig w/ Kenny Florian - The Ultimate Fighter 1:36:53

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Send us a text Ep 277 Mac Danzig & Kenny Florian The Ultimate Fighter Mac Danzig joins us for a part 3 on his career interview, joining the interview in TUF 1 finalist Kenny Florian. We get a peak into Kenny Florian’s career prior to the UFC in this historic interview Ep 277 Mac Danviz w/ Kenny Florian The Ultimate Fighter 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:…

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E63: David Meltzer Entrepreneur and Business Coach | Transforming Failure into Strategy and Opportunity 59:24

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with the extraordinary David Meltzer, chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute and former CEO of Lee Steinberg Sports Entertainment. David delves into overcoming life's challenges, including a bankruptcy of over $100 million and personal traumas, by leveraging faith, com…

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Seth Petruzelli Career Deep Dive 1:53:32

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Send us a text Ep 276 Seth Petruzelli Deep Dive Seth Petruzelli career is filled with incredible moments; from fighting Bob Sapp in Japan to crashing the EliteXC organization after knocking out Kimbo Slice. Seth Petruzelli completely peels back the curtain when discussing his experiences in this incredible interview. Seth Petruzelli Deep Dive Ep 27…

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E62: Scott Hamilton Olympic Gold Medalist | How to Turn Setbacks Into Strength 1:19:55

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews interviews the legendary figure skater Scott Hamilton. Scott shares his journey from being a four-time World and U.S. Champion and Olympic gold medalist to overcoming multiple health challenges, including cancer and brain tumors. Beyond the ice rink, Scott is a bestselling author…

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Wilson Reis BEFORE the UFC 1:26:53

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Send us a text Ep 275 Wilson Reis BEFORE the UFC Wilson Reis came to us through a legendary team consisting of Macaco & Godoi; Reis witnessed the split between the two master coaches. We talk about the highs, the lows and the controversy between Godoi and Macaco Special Thank You to Matt Giancarlo for sitting in and lining this up Ep 275 Wilson Rei…

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E61: Jahan Moslehi Founder of Bridge 33 | How to Build Real Estate Wealth and Strategic Success 1:33:34

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Jahan Moslehi, the co-founder and CEO of Bridge 33 Capital. Jahan shares the remarkable journey of launching Bridge 33 Capital out of a two-bedroom apartment in Seattle to becoming a national powerhouse managing $2 billion in assets and 15 million square feet of re…

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Mac Danzig Road to The Ultimate Fighter 2:07:56

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Send us a text Ep 274 Mac Danzig Road to The Ultimate Fighter Mac Danzig joins us for part 2 of his journey to competing at the sports highest levels. Mac Danzig is incredibly reclusive and has intentionally stayed out of the public eye for over a decade We hope that you enjoy this episode as much as we did Ep 274 Mac Danzig Road to The Ultimate Fi…

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E60: Dr. Darshan Shah Founder of Next Health | How to Take Control of Your Health and Future 1:38:47

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Dr. Darshan Shah, a pioneering leader in health and wellness, to discuss the key techniques everyone should master to improve physical, professional, and family health. Dr. Shah, a board-certified surgeon and founder of Next Health, shares the science behind habit …

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Bart Vale Career Deep Dive 1:37:15

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Send us a text Bart Vale Career Deep Dive Ep 273 Bart Vale is considered to be one of the few Americans to be on the ground floor of the Japan MMA explosion. Bart Vale takes us through his time with New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) which include a famous confrontation with Ken Shamrock. BIG thank you to William Colosimo who helped us with understandi…

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E59: Julia Stewart Former CEO of IHOP | Blueprint for Rising to the Top 1:39:25

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In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Julia Stewart, a legendary leader who has shaped some iconic restaurant brands, including Taco Bell, IHOP, and Applebee's. Julia shares her remarkable career journey, recounting her early days as a food server at IHOP to becoming the CEO and spearheading IHOP's $2.…

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Carlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo Mello 1:34:17

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Send us a text Ep 272 Carlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo Mello Marcelo Mello reflects on his beginnings with a man whom is considered a modern fighting legend. Mello’s, time with Carlson Gracie had him witness the incredible foundation of the greatest combat sports team ever assembled; His journey there ended with an unspoken incident that had Mello …

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Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dive 59:35

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Send us a text Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dice Ep 271 Christine Ferea is known as the GOAT when it comes to her reign at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. In this episode we get to know Christine Ferea the person in order to understand what drives her to become the most dominant champion in Bare Knuckle history. Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dive …

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E58: Carl Daikeler CEO of Beachbody ($BODi) | Mastering Health, Wellness, and Business Resilience 1:26:44

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In this episode of The Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with Carl Daikeler, visionary entrepreneur and CEO/co-founder of The Beachbody Company, now known as BODi. Carl shares insights into his relentless pursuit of innovation in the health and wellness industry, discussing the transformative impact of iconic fitness programs…

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Sean Sherk Early Years 1:58:02

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Send us a text Ep 270 Sean Sherk Early Years Sean Sherk has one of the most unique journeys to becoming a UFC World Champion. His departure from the sport has always been somewhat of a mystery; in this interview we discuss his path to being called World Champion. It is a powerful listen Ep 270 Sean Sherk Early years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lyte…