In the third part of our three part series on being a better host, we delve into self-care, repeat episodes, niche nonsense and the authentic you. Grab a cup of coffee and meet me inside for a uniquely relaxed conversation between friends. See you there... Find us on IG at @THE_Podcaster_Nation https://www.instagram.com/the_podcaster_nation?igsh=MW…

Host of the "Twenty-First Century Disability" Podcast, this incredible and accomplished man, in his own words: "I am a chronically physically disabled man with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy. My constructive thoughts and strategies for reinvigorating society’s common perspective of disability, while protecting and championing the fabulous work that …

Send us a text Steve Ward, Executive Director of STEPS Ministries, in his own words: "As is often the case, my personal struggles led to my calling. I know what it’s like for people who are hurting, because I've been there. I struggled with alcoholism and other members of my family dealt with substance abuse, mental health issues, and other problem…

Host of the hit podcast, "It's Not Just Talking," Vince Quinn joins THE Nation today! Vince is a coach to business owners, organizations and foundations on the skill that everyone overlooks: How to HOST in a way that captivates and converts. Vince helps businesses start podcasts to power-up their marketing, and take their performance to the next le…

Send us a text Harrison Jenkins, Author of the novel, "A Bad Hand," is on a mission. He realized that there is an epidemic among young men... they are not reading. He didn't move on. He didn't shrug it off. He set himself to the task of fixing the problem. He wrote a book. In this heart-felt, open and honest interview, Harrison talks about the moti…

"The Blind Blogger," Maxwell Ivey, accessibility expert advocating for more inclusion of people with disabilities through communication & collaboration instead of compliance & shame, is our guest today in THE Nation. I am a blind serial online entrepreneur with over 15 years experience, and I am here to educate your audience about the need for acce…

Send us a text Men's Coach and Somatic Facilitator Duncan Rich, in his own words... "I'm the co-founder of MELD Community Inc., a groundbreaking organization focused on transforming men's mental, physical, and emotional wellness. Through MELD, my partners and I are ushering in a new paradigm that emphasizes reconnecting the parts of men’s lives tha…

As a Certified Mindful Hiking Guide and Wilderness First Responder, Mike blends outdoor adventure with mindfulness practices to create transformative experiences in nature. His many designations include: Meditation Guide (C.O.E), Wilderness 1st responder (S.M.), Ardent Outdoors (Prostaff), Project Mindfully Outdoors Podcast Host, and many more tale…

Send us a text Father, adventurer, author of "Without Restraint," Robert Delena, in his own words... "As a child, my son Ryan had difficulty controlling his emotions and was placed in therapeutic schools that relied on detrimental methods of behavior modification such as physical restraint. Nothing helped from a team of doctors to heavy medication.…

David Campbell is the host of 9... yes, 9... total podcasts! You can find all of his titles on his website, through the link listed below. In his own words, David says, "Empty nest Dad, musician, podcaster and collector of people - I love having conversations with creative people and building bridges with others via podcasting." David is one of pod…

Send us a text In this episode we welcome Coach Darren Ault, author of "Out of Bounds," a true-to-life story that exposes the dark, unspoken side of youth sports. The book sets the stage: "After decades of dedication, a respected high school coach is publicly suspended, his reputation shattered by false allegations fueled by one student’s complaint…

Send us a text After enduring 27 years in a loveless marriage, Larry discovered a breakthrough that changed his life and transformed his relationship. He needed a way to reduce the stress, anxiety, and tension in his marriage. Larry set out on a mission to find a REAL solution to he and his wife's ongoing struggles. And then one day, he found it. L…

Send us a text Nathan Littleton, Public speaker and host of the "FIRM My Life" Podcast, in his words: "I was raised in a hardworking family that encouraged me to dream big and put in the effort to achieve my goals. At just 19, I took a bold step and opened my own body shop in my small rural town. However, I quickly learned that success requires mor…

Is everything in the world of sports... as it seems? Did Wilt Chamberlain really score 100 points? Did Shaddeur Sanders really drop to the 5th round because of talent? Did the refs really help the Chiefs? When you think that sports are fixed, coerced, possibly slanted one way over the other... you are not alone. Skyler Rader and his cohorts, Kyle O…

Send us a text Brad Church, author of "The Stranger's Conflict," in his own words about why he wrote this particular book... "I wrote The Stranger’s Conflict out of my own struggle to understand how to live life considering my faith in Christ. I found myself disillusioned and living with a level of self-condemnation that had me paralyzed, frustrate…

Air Force Veteran. Movement Specialist. Strong Advocate for Women Veterans. Business Owner. "Small Space Pilates" instructor. Single Mom. Podcaster... Believe it or not, that is just the beginning. Cat Corchado, host of the hit podcast "Sisters In Service" has a lot more for us to discover and celebrate. Her new challenge starts the day this podcas…

Send us a text Dylan is a TEDx Speaker and Addiction Recovery Advocate. His mission is to work with individuals and organizations to increase engagement in the addiction recovery process and improve long-term outcomes. Dylan has been in recovery since 2004. During this time, he has been professionally involved in the addiction treatment industry of…

Send us a text Allen C. Paul is the author of "God and Gigs: Succeed as a Musician Without Sacrificing Your Faith." He is also host of the hit podcast, "The God & Gigs Show." As an advocate for "Creatives" Allen spreads his message that husbands and fathers can allow their creativity to flow and pass it on to their children. As content creators, Al…

Contributing to podcasters who are growing their businesses has been a passion project for Matt Bliss for many years now. As a self-proclaimed "Technology guy" Matt has always gravitated towards the technical side of the business. He has offered editing services for podcasters, as well as other services, through his site MBPod.com. He is bringing b…

Send us a text Holistic Nutritionist & Life Coach for Men, Bryan Hardy, has a unique approach to health and wellness that is rooted in both science, and lived experience. After surviving a near-death experience in 2010, Bryan felt the wake-up call. Since that time, he has dedicated his life to helping men unlock their vitality—guiding clients to he…

Send us a text He is the author of "The Life That Matters Manifesto: 11 Principles to Know and Commit to Live a Life That Matters, a guide to living with purpose and meaning." In his words, "High-Performing Men Are Quietly Struggling – Many successful men hit midlife feeling unfulfilled despite outward success." Adam speaks directly to this challen…

Send us a text On August 23, 2024, Sig Muller died. The founder of "Be the World's Best" suffered a "Sudden Cardiac Arrest" or an "SCA" and was dead for 8 minutes. The odds of someone walking out of the hospital after a SCA are about 8%. The odds of being physically and mentally OK less than 1%. After suffering through amnesia, and a long recovery,…

When I first met Phil, I have to admit, I didn't know what to expect. I had seen the podcast personality, I had heard the voice on various shows, but who was the man behind it all? As we talked, I found out exactly who this man is. He is a leader. He is a coach. He is a visionary, and he is an all around great guy. I thoroughly enjoyed our intervie…

Send us a text He has a degree in Anthropology, works with kids, and hosts a podcast. Joining us from Austria, Wanako and I had a wonderful conversation. We spoke about how everyone has infinite value, and how people need to be aware of their own worth. We talked about how he got started with his podcast, "The Holy Spirit's Curriculum of Joy." We t…

Send us a text Richard O'Keefe isn't your ordinary, run of the mill educator. He actually teaches behind bars. Richard has been teaching in the prison system. For the last 8 years, he has taught fathering skills to incarcerated men in the Utah State prison and the Utah county jails. He has written the book, "911-What is Your Parenting Emergency..."…

Send us a text Steve McKinney is a bestselling author, fitness coach, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, dedicated to helping people age strong and live healthier lives. As the owner of Fitness and More, Inc., he has helped countless individuals transform their bodies through his Unique 3-W Approach to Fitness. Steve is also a church pastor, integ…

Send us a text In today's episode we welcome Jimmy Clare, autism advocate and host of the hit podcast, "The Crazy Fitness Guy Show." Jimmy's story is one of perseverance and resilience. His mission is to help his clients break through their obstacles and to advocate for people with autism everywhere. He proclaims proudly that "Autism is Not a Disea…

Send us a text In EksAyn's intro, he begins with, "Husband. Father. Influence Strategist. Crusader. Speaker. We are coming. And we will not be stopped. Join us." Frankly this tells you everything you need to know about this man, his vision, and his quest. He believes, "We’ve been fed a lie: that our worth is tied to what we chase beyond our homes. …

In this episode we continue to break down the simple things that mean so much, and matter more than we all realize. Research, the Pre-Interview, the Post-Interview, the flow... these things can turn your guests into fans and followers. What am I talking about? Listen Now! Find us on IG at @THE_Podcaster_Nation https://www.instagram.com/the_podcaste…

Send us a text Dennis J. Henson has a career of singular achievement. Currently the Founder and President of Vanguard Marketing and Investments, Inc and a renowned leader and educator in both the real estate and personal growth industries, he was stumped for a moment when a podcast host asked him: “If you could name the one thing that’s had the gre…

Hello Podcasters!!! As I have been working with the students in my podcasting course, a few basic things keep coming up that we should all be working on as podcasters. This is the first of a three part series being released this week addressing these very issues. If you have a podcast, and you want to be a better host today than you were yesterday,…

Send us a text Alan Lazaros is grateful to lead a global team of 16 individuals as the Founder and CEO of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Holistic Self-Improvement Podcast with over a million listens in more than 175 countries. As a Coach, Trainer, and Podcaster, he believe in a heart-driven but NO BS approach to achieving both external suc…

HE: Is a psychologist who has written 3 popular books, coined a seven word catch phrase and has some really cool merch. SHE: Is a former educator and administrator, has her own spicy book, and brings the flavor to their dynamic duo. Together, they have a hit podcast helping people work through marital issues, interviewing experts and staying young …

Send us a text In his own words, "I started the year very poorly. It was this revelation that pointed out the obvious. Almost everything we do in life we start poorly. Flossing, algebra, potty training. Our lives are FULL of poor starts. Yet when it comes to our dreams and goals we often feel we have to do them perfect or never miss a day. And if w…

Sometimes it is difficult to keep your faith. Sometimes life knocks you down, kicks you around, and leaves you with more than you think you can bear. Not Tim. Life gave him some trials and tribulations that would have knocked most men down for the count, yet here he is, running a podcast, encouraging men to live in their faith. This is an inspiring…

Send us a text In his own words... "When it comes to divorce, most men feel railroaded and think they’re expected to “figure it out” on their own. Unfortunately, the wrong choice, the wrong text or comment could land them in a world of hurt...or worse. That’s why I created Divorce Detox. Divorce Detox is a unique, male-focused course, designed to e…

Send us a text What do you do when your world falls apart... again. What do you do when the woman you love becomes incapable of caring for herself, or the baby you were both expecting, which has now arrived? Jo'Mel looked into this abyss more than once. He found the reason to go on, wrapped in a blanket, lying in his arms. He rose up, found God, ta…

"Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World" is a study of the human spirit. It's a search for the soul in all of us, for that thing that sets us apart from the animals... The ability and the responsibility to care about one another. As a special education professional, Cheryl Pankhurst has over 25 years of experience in the filed.…

Whether it is talking about the role of women in today's society, the field of real estate brokerage, or the roles and responsibilities in the family today, Nici Mathis is always breaking new ground. Pushing back against the stereotypes that currently pervade society's collective thinking, Nici uses verse and faith to live by example in changing th…

Send us a text This is our 200th episode! The journey has been long, but fruitful in so many ways. Along the way we have made many friends, and quite a few enemies, but the friends who were with us at the beginning, when nobody else cared... those people will always have a special place in our hearts. Justin Wegner is one of those... he is one of u…

Pastor Jonathan Smith is one of a kind. He has no problem letting people know his thoughts, his beliefs, and when pressed... his opinions. He has followed God's path for decades but it hasn't been easy. There have been trials, of character, of loyalty, of perseverance, and he has triumphed at every turn. This isn't the story you are expecting today…

Send us a text Dr. Glenn Berger is a psychotherapist, coach, and founder of HeartFinders self-cultivation course. In his words, "I’m sure many of your listeners are searching for an answer to their unnecessary pain and stuckness. I’d love to tell them about the heart, self-cultivation, and this interactive self-help process so that they can become …

Send us a text In this supposedly progressive era of equity, inclusion, everyone belonging, really listening to each other, respecting everyone's diverse perspective, engaging empathically with our stakeholders, it really is quite astounding how thoroughly male points-of-view have been excluded from discussions and decisions on gender issues and ge…

I don't think I could have done a worse job pronouncing this ladies name. But once we got past that, I was blown away. Milena hosts three podcasts, all are listed below with links, but she is also an absolutely brilliant researcher. Calling in from Lithuania, her accent is captivating, her knowledge is impressive and her story is inspiring. Listen …

Greer Jones, host of the hit podcast, "The Unfinished Idea," has always followed her heart. When she was growing up in the United States, she didn't feel like it was "Home." So, she followed her heart and moved. Now calling England her home, Greer has become a wife and mother. Her personal experiences led her to realize that was a shortage of usefu…

Send us a text When I first heard about "Colors of Honor," I was intrigued. Who was this Marine that was running this outfit? What was it about? Well, it didn't take long for me to find out how important this movement really was, and why. Honoring those who have fallen in defense of our freedom is something that we all should be doing. But for Jose…

We all have a journey. We all have a path that we have followed that has led us to where we are now. Where we choose to go next is what determines who will we become, and how we will be remembered. Adam Blaylock has taken the path to give. He gives of himself for his family. He gives joy to the masses with his music and his personal expression thro…

Send us a text Dr. Michael Jaquith is a Ph. D. Chemist who left the corporate world and now helps men everywhere discover how to get more of what they want and live the promise of abundant life. By combining analytical science, psychology, and the time honored teachings of the Faith, Michael helps men who feel stuck, confused, and powerless to unlo…

Holistic Health Nurse and Hashimoto's Coach, Esther Yunkin joins the Nation today! Her podcast, "Health with Hashimoto's" is one of the preeminent sources for information on this condition, offering insights and tips for dealing with it via your mind, body, spirit, diet and environment. Bringing awareness and education on this and other thyroid rel…

Send us a text As a Men's Strength & Nutrition coach, Sean McManus believes wholeheartedly that men must lead their families with strength, physical, emotionally and spiritually. To that end, Sean leads by example. Working diligently to provide for his family, working multiple jobs, growing a side hustle while he did it all. After some trying times…