Best Michael Kurkowski Podcasts (2025)

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Through the Fire #74 - Coach and Podcaster, Michael Kurkowski 54:30

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Michael Kurkowsi has been a strength and mindset coach for almost 15 years, owner of Breakthrough Secrets and host of The Strength Connection Podcast. He works with busy professionals create a harmony in their physical, mental and spiritual strength practices to help them live out their fullest potential and most joyful life. Michael believes in th…

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Through the Fire #78 - Pediatric Physician and Mid-Life Transformation Coach for Women, Dr. Sue Mcreadie 52:21

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Dr. Sue McCreadie is a holistic pediatrician and midlife transformation expert who helps women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s navigate hormones, heartbreak, and healing — so they can stop settling and start living with joy. Her mission: to make transformation simple, soulful, and even fun — because when women rise, we raise the vibration of the world f…

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The Hidden Importance of EYE Health w/ Dr. Pam Theriot 47:41

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Welcome to the Strength Connection Podcast. In this conversation, Dr. Pam Theriot discusses the importance of proactive eye health, the impact of digital devices on vision, and the role of nutrition in maintaining eye health. She emphasizes the need for regular eye exams, preventative measures, and daily habits that can enhance eye comfort and clar…

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Through the Fire #77 - Retired Teacher and Author - Tommy Kilpatrick 50:12

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Tommy Kilpatrick wrote a book and was so successful that he was contracted with an infomercial company. For six months, Kilpatrick lived on his three credit cards to be available for radio interviews to promote the book, in anticipation of making the promised $100,000 a month. One of the other authors contracted with the same company got in trouble…

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Through the Fire #76 - Leadership and Freedom Coach, Regina Huber 48:18

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As the CEO of TRANSFORM YOUR PERFORMANCE, Regina Huber drives bold, value-driven, and heart-centered leadership of self and others. Her eclectic experience on five continents started in Germany and includes leadership positions at The Boston Consulting Group as well as ownership of businesses in Argentina, Brazil, and the U.S. This experience shape…

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Ep 300: A milestone episode, 10 Lessons that Reshaped my Foundation of Strength 31:33

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Welcome to the Strength Connection! A milestone episode of the Strength Connection Podcast. Number 300! I reflect on the journey of 300 episodes, sharing ten key lessons learned from guests and experiences. Thank you all for being a part of this awesome journey. Chapters 00:00 Celebrating 300 Episodes 01:21 The Journey of Curiosity and Connection 0…

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Through the Fire #75 - Author and Podcast Host, Dorsey Ross 35:45

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Dorsey, born on January 16, 1977, with Apert’s Syndrome, a congenital disability characterized by protrusion of the forehead, receding nose and mouth, and fusion of fingers and toes, has faced significant challenges throughout his life. Despite doctors’ limited prognosis and recommendations for institutionalization, Dorsey’s parents, driven by thei…

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Through the Fire #73 - Author and Former Business Owner, Bill Debarba 51:42

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Bill DeBarba is a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist with over 40 years of experience in software development and management. From humble beginnings in a home office, he built BusinessWare Services, Inc. into a nationally recognized company, trusted by clients across the country. His success stems from a sharp problem-solving mindset and…

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Where to start in BIOHACKING w/ Troy Laing 51:59

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Welcome to the Strength Connection! Troy Laing is the founder of Culture OC, a “biohacking social wellness club” helping those find their optimal health in mind, body, spirit and community. Troy shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a leader in the biohacking and wellness community. He discusses the profound impact of physical movemen…

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Through the Fire #72 - Founder of Valor and Vision Coaching and the Men's Director at his Church, Nick Furloni 56:16

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Nick Furloni is a 13 year Army combat veteran with two combat tours to Iraq. A Christian ministry leader with a focus to see Men grow an authentic faith and a certified Life Coach helping men accomplish the God given visions for their life. AND Most important, A disciple of Christ Jesus, a husband and father of 3 kids. Find out more about coaching …

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Through the Fire #71 - Executive Resume Writer, Amy Adler 50:59

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Amy Adler is the president of Five Strengths Career Transition Experts, a firm specializing in resume writing for executives and their teams. Since launching her business in 2009, Amy has worked with hundreds of executives and their teams. She presents widely on resume writing and resume business practices to industry and corporate audiences and ho…

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Through the Fire #70 - High Performance Coach, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Rob Tracz 53:42

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Today, we're joined by Rob Tracz, a dynamic coach and speaker specializing in helping driven entrepreneurs break through stagnation to achieve holistic success. As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob guides clients to 'Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Great Things' by blending physical, mental, and emotional strategies that foster resilience…

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How to FLIP your mental script w/ Mitchell Osmond 55:11

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Welcome to The Strength Connection! Mitchell Osmond is founder of Dad Nation and a performance coach for men looking to maximize their relationships, health and vitality along with their high performing careers. Mitchell shares his personal journey of transformation from a place of burnout and disconnection to a life of purpose and fulfillment, the…

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Through the Fire #69 - The Blind Blogger, Maxwell Ivey 52:40

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Maxwell, Max, Ivey is a blind serial online entrepreneur with over 15 years of lived experience and over 4 years working with clients. His passion is advocating for accessibility & inclusion by showing business owners what's in it for them. He shares the why's and the how's. He shares his knowledge through writing, speaking, teaching, consulting, a…

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Through the Fire #68 - Chief Challenge Officer at Triumfit, Tyler Smith 56:01

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Tyler Smith is the lead Physical therapist for the "Human Performance Optimization" Team for the Air National Guard, an Ironman finisher, "Chief Challenge Officer" at TriumFit Challenge, his company, and an overall insatiably curious dude. That’s why Tyler built TriumFit—a movement where fitness meets purpose. Where every challenge isn’t just a num…

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Through the Fire #67 - The Dutch Mentor, Walter Dusseldorp 41:23

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As a guest on various podcasts, The Dutch Mentor brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in personal development and mentorship. With a passion for empowering individuals, Walter Dusseldorp shares his insight on overcoming challenges, cultivating a growth mindset, and unlocking one’s full potential. His discussions often revolve around practica…

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The Art of Coaching w/ Dan John 53:27

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Welcome to the Strength Connection! Dan John, Legendary Coach and Author, joins me again on the podcast to go into his latest book, The Art of Coaching. In this engaging conversation, Coach Dan John shares insights from his extensive coaching career and how he began and ultimately completed The Art of Coaching. Emphasizing the importance of values,…

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Through the Fire #66 - Author and Consultant, Larry O'Nan 53:33

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Helping you thrive through intentional and effective stewardship. Larry W. O’Nan is a 1966 graduate of the University of Colorado. He and his wife Pat served as full-time staff of Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) for 18 years. During this time, Larry dedicated 13 years to developing and overseeing the accelerated growth of many fund development init…

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Through the Fire #65 - Keynote Speaker, Daniel MacQueen 47:23

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At 28, Dan was leading a healthy, active life. After an optometrist appointment to identify the cause of his persistent headaches was cut short, he was handed a sealed envelope and told to go directly to the hospital. What followed, was emergency brain surgery. On June 21, 2014, Dan's reality was shattered by a devastating brain hemorrhage. With no…

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Through the Fire #64 - Fitness and Nutrition Coach, Allyson Hurley 38:33

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Allyson is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach who specializes in at-home, strength-based workouts that help busy people build muscle, burn fat, and feel their best—without the gym. She’s the founder of Allyson Nicole Nutrition LLC, built on over 10 years of experience in behavior change theory and motivational interviewing from h…

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Through the Fire #63 - Christian and Author, Tom Snow 57:54

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Tom Snow is a conservative Believer and not part of any organized religion or denomination. As a Jewish Christian he believes that there is one God who created all and all are equal in God's creation. That there is only one True Church which is the Body of Christ ~ of which All True Believers are a part. Tom believes in God's Light that dispels dar…

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Through the Fire #62 - Bible Narrator and Publisher, Dan Parr 39:39

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Dan Parr is a passionate follower of Jesus Christ and a gifted Bible narrator. He has a deep love for God’s Word and a desire to make it accessible and understandable for everyone. He is the publisher and narrator of the Easy to Understand, Read Bible (EUR). His voice clear, warm, voice and engaging delivery. Listen to the Easy to Understand, Read …

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Through the Fire #61 - Founder of Inspired Stewardship and Coach, Scott Maderer 58:30

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In 2017, Scott and his wife Carrie started Inspired Stewardship as a business to serve Christian men and couples that are struggling to live out their calling. They work to help align the way you use your time, your talent, and your treasures so that you can identify and live a fully authentic life that allows you to authentically live your calling…

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Through the Fire #60 - Professional Speaker, Laura Bratton 47:24

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At the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. Over the next ten years she experienced the traumatic transition of adjusting to life without sight. She is the author of the book, Harnessing Courage. Laura founded Ubi Global, which is an organization that provides speaking and…

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Through the Fire #59 - Author, David Gregory 51:58

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David Gregory is the New York Times' bestselling author of Dinner with a Perfect Stranger, which sold half a million copies, The Last Christian, a Christy Award finalist for best Christian fiction, and ten other books. Three of his books have been made into feature films. A Dallas Seminary graduate, international conference speaker, and former radi…

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Through the Fire #58 - Wife, Mom, Christian, and Host of the Redeemed Podcast, Lauren Burns 49:58

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Listen to the powerful testimony of Lauren Burns. Lauren tells the story of how God saved her when she was kidnapped by her dad and taken to Jordan and was rescued by former special forces members by the grace of God. Don't believe it? Well, she had a movie made about it. Lauren is now hosting the Redeemed Podcast where she promotes the healing gra…

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Through the Fire #57 - Founder of Wings 4 Heroes, Lyubim Kogan 1:05:46

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Our guest today is Lyubim (pronounced Loo-beem) Kogan — a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern graduate, 9/11 survivor, and founder of Wings4Heroes.org, a mission helping amputee veterans reclaim dignity, purpose, and joy through paragliding and adventure. His journey spans Wall Street trading desks, kitchen tables acros…

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Through the Fire #56 - CEO of Next Level University and Business Coach, Alan Lazaros 56:57

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At age 2, Alan's father passed away in a car accident. At age 26, after getting into a nearly fatal car accident himself, he questioned everything he was doing in life. Alan questioned who he was and the choices he was making. He was at an all-time low, and he learned the hard way that external success is empty when it's not aligned with who you re…

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Through the Fire #55 - Nutrition and Fitness Coach, Lisa Franz 52:36

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Lisa Franz has a M.Sc. in Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Nutrition. She is the owner and head coach at Nutrition Coaching and Life and host of the Nutrition and Life Podcast. After struggling through various diets herself, Lisa learned about the evidence-based ways to change weight and body composition and has been fascinated with nutrition…

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Through the Fire #54 - Coach and Bike Racer, Jeff Seckendorf 54:27

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Jeff Seckendorf has a deep passion for education and training. In each iteration of his career, Jeff has always been driven by an element of training: in the film industry where he spent many years teaching workshops and developing a mentoring program for emerging film directors; in scuba, where he created the industry’s first scuba coaching progra…

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Through the Fire #53 - Author and Business Owner, Dr. Corinne Auman 49:29

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Meet Corinne Auman, a trailblazer in the field of aging and founder of Choice Care Navigators, a company dedicated to helping families navigate the aging process. Corinne is dedicated to fostering personal growth, resilience, and authentic living at every age. With a background in psychology, Corinne's passion lies in reshaping how we perceive olde…

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Through the Fire #52 - 2x Author, Speaker, and Mindset Coach, Sandy Cohan 59:42

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Today’s guest is Sandy Cohan—former athlete turned professional mindset coach, speaker, and two-time author of the ‘99 Rules’ series. He works with athletes, parents, coaches, and entire sports organizations to build unshakable confidence, grit, and focus under pressure. Sandy coaches at every level—from youth to pro to Olympic—helping athletes per…

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The Path to Optimal Health and Vitality w/ Mike Salemi 48:30

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Welcome to the Strength Connection! Mike Salemi is a men’s performance coach, creator of the Vital Man Collective, and host of The Path podcast. In this conversation, Mike Salemi shares his journey from a competitive athlete to a holistic coach focusing on men's vitality and strength. He discusses the importance of personal experiences in shaping h…

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Through the Fire #51 - Accountability and Choices 17:19

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Are you feeling stuck or not liking the results you're getting? Well, that can easily be changed. In this episode, Ryan talks about how the choices we've made are the reason why we're in the position we're in right now. The first step in overcoming those choices is by taking accountability for those choices, so you can make the adjustments and get …

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Through the Fire #50 - Licensed Therapist, Coach, Author, and Podcast Host, Debbie Caudle 53:13

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Welcome back to the show for the second time Licensed Therapist, Coach, Author, and Podcast Host, Debbie Caudle. Debbie is our first guest to come on the show twice. When she came on the first time, she prepared to talk about limiting beliefs but we talked about relationships instead. Listen to Debbie and Ryan talk about limiting beliefs and how to…

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Through the Fire #49 - Speaker, Coach, and Mentor, Bobbi Barrington 1:02:52

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Imagine spending 26 years in the wrong marriage, 40 years in the wrong career, and 59 years in the wrong body. That was Bobbi Barrington’s reality - until she chose change. Now, at 65, in just a few short years, Bobbi has completely reinvented herself, proving that transformation is possible at any age. A speaker, storyteller, and coach, she shares…

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Through the Fire #48 - Transformational Life and Business Coach, Neena Perez 1:00:27

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Neena Perez is a transformational coach, author, and speaker dedicated to helping women transition into entrepreneurship and create impactful coaching businesses using their wisdom, skills, and God-given talents. After overcoming personal challenges like abuse, teen pregnancy, and poverty, Neena's built a life grounded in strength and faith, as she…

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Primal Foundations w/ Tony Pascolla 55:26

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Welcome to the Strength Connection. Tony Pascolla is a Physical Education teacher (Chicago,IL), strength coach, StrongFirst Kettlebell & Barbell Instructor, personal trainer, and carnivore/fasting coach. He is also the host of the Primal Foundations Podcast, where he explores topics related to strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle optimizatio…

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Through the Fire #47 - Success Leaves Clues 12:07

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How do you get started when you don't have anyone around to help you? In this episode, Ryan talks about how at the beginning of your journey you usually won't have the people around to help coach you to the next level and become successful. This doesn't mean you can't get started though. Ryan gives 3 different groups of people to go study to help y…

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Through the Fire #46 - Co-Founder of Build a Biz Kids, Leah Coss 59:17

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Today’s guest is Leah Coss — a keynote speaker, identity strategist, and CEO & Co-Founder of Build a Biz Kids, a national charity helping thousands of youth develop strong self-worth and future-ready skills. Leah helps people become the version of themselves they admire — on purpose — by shifting how they see themselves, so they can live, lead, and…

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Through the Fire #45 - The Founder of Depth Healing Technology, Dr. G Rex Kruhly 1:12:03

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Dr. G. Rex Kruhly is a pioneer in quantum energy healing and the founder of Depth Healing, a revolutionary healing system that integrates ancient wisdom with cutting-edge quantum science. With over five decades of dedicated experience in martial arts, meditation, and spiritual practices, Dr. G has refined his ability to access and clear deep-seated…

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Through the Fire #44 - The Empty Nest Coach, Jay Ramsden 54:25

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Jay Ramsden, the enlightening voice behind The Empty Nest Coach on TikTok and Instagram, helps people navigate the uncharted seas of mid-life and empty nesting by thoughtfully unraveling the threads of change, growth, and self-discovery in what has become the next chapter for parents once the kids are grown and flown. Jay helps people discover the …

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Through the Fire #43 - Self-Reflection 11:36

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In this episode, Ryan talks about how important self-reflection is. He discusses it as a daily habit that helps you recognize patterns that hold you back. Ryan also talks about how it can be used to give you energy and show you how much progress you have made. "Honest self-reflection opens your mind to reprogramming, change, success, and freedom." …

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Through the Fire #42 - Founder of the Band of Brother's Mens Group and Olympic Culinary Chef, Alain Dumonceaux 54:48

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As the Purposeful Action (Men)tor for the Awakened Man movement, Alain has been on a mission as the beacon for what it means to live an authentic life. For the past three decades, Alain has lived the highs of the Culinary Olympics to the lows of losing it all…almost twice. Today, Alain's purpose is to guide men to rediscover their life's mission st…

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Through the Fire #41 - CEO and Founder of the 1 And Only Publishing, Meme Mulugeta 52:16

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Meme Mulugeta is the founder of The 1 and Only Publishing, a hybrid publishing company on a mission to help aspiring authors bring meaningful, message-driven books to life. With nearly 20 years of experience in business and a passion for purpose-led storytelling, Meme guides writers through the editing, design, and publishing process—whether they’r…

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Through the Fire #40 - Executive Coach and Author of "The Alchemical Journey", David Gilbert 1:03:16

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“Today, we have a truly transformational guest—someone who helps leaders go beyond high performance while discovering the inner gold of peace, fulfillment, and joy. David Gilbert is an executive coach, author, men’s work facilitator, and explorer of human potential. With a college degree in design thinking and a background in business and peak perf…

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The Science of Strength after 40 w/ Geoff Neupert 54:58

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Welcome to the Strength Connection! One of the most popular guests ever to come on the show, Geoff Neupert of Chasing Strength is back for the 3rd time on the podcast. Geoff’s ability to refine, and articulate the principles of strengths is top shelf, and has been a huge help to me and many others in strength, health and fitness. In this episode, I…

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Through the Fire #39 - Overcoming Fear 14:23

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Fear is debilitating and can keep you stuck. In this episode, Ryan talks about how everyone has certain fears that hold them back. He discusses simple steps to take to overcome your fears, since everyone's brain is wired to keep them safe. "Fear is often the thing standing between us and our goals." Contact us: Facebook @Ryan Wickline or @Through t…

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Through the Fire #38 - Founder and CEO of MotivAction, Irina Alexander 33:27

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Irina Alexander is the Founder of The Academy of MotivAction — an MBA entrepreneur turned professional mental trainer for high-stressed professionals. With 20 years of experience across neuroscience, business, and global wisdom, she bridges science and soul to help high-achievers rewire their minds, lead with purpose, and perform at their peak. Boo…

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Through the Fire #37 - Polymathic Intellectual, Author, and the Creator of Septemics, Jim Marshall 1:03:52

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Mr. Jim Marshall is a polymathic intellectual who has devoted over 50,000 hours to the study and practice of multiple dimensions of human potential and development. He received a classical education as an honor student at a Jesuit Military Prep School, was accepted into engineering school while still a junior in prep school, and attended college on…