Empower Humans: A Success, Joy & Growth Podcast!

In this episode, the dynamic and energetic Matt Maddix shared a ton of great insights about parenting - topics that make you think!  He talked a lot about being a single parent and the lessons of resilience and commitment learned in that process.  He talked about schooling and education and thinking outside the box.

We also talked thoroughly about his work with the homeless throughout the country and especially in the Phoenix area.  He talked about who these people are and how we should see them.  Lastly, we had a bit of what some might consider a controversial discussion about this pandemic and his strong views surrounding it.

We talked at length in this episode about clearing our path forward so we can move and obtain our true objectives in life.  This is a process of filtering that includes asking and facing some hard questions at times.  We talked about some things that happened in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" as well as the movie "Up in the Air" as it relates to these topics.  We also covered some important principles, quotes and 7 tips to really let go and let life flow!

Andrew Kap is the author of one of the most renowned and popular books on the subject of the law of attraction - The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need To Read: The Missing Key To Finally Tapping Into The Universe And Manifesting Your Desires.  We covered many facets of this fascinating topic including some of his methods, such as the "blitz method" and general gratitude principles, etc.  He shared some really interesting stories and responded to those who may be major skeptics on this topic.

Greg McKeown is a world-renowned, best-selling author of both Essentialism and his latest book, Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most.  In our interview, he was very transparent about his own personal life experiences that fed into the creation of this landmark work. 

We thoroughly went through the structure of the book, which is divided into three parts.  Greg talked to us about the contrast between burnout and the effortless state. 

We talked about the power of presence, especially with those people who matter most to us.  He also shared some powerful stories and a few special things that weren't included in the final edit of the book.  Enjoy!

In this episode, we talked about how we choose the outcomes in all areas of our lives, even and especially after some difficulty or failure.  We talk about assigning meaning and how we associate pleasure and pain makes all the difference in our destiny.  We talked about my son and an interesting situation that took place with him in context of this topic.  We covered some ideas and ways to really maximize this in our lives.

In this episode, we talked at length about a topic brought up in David Goggins' book, Can't Hurt Me.  The concept of an "accountability mirror" is a profound way to stay in tune with ourselves, where we really are and visualize where we want to go!  We talked about being mindful of certain things about ourselves we may wish to improve in a healthy way, as well as celebrating the good things.  We also talked about focusing on solutions, not just problems.  We covered some ground in the concept of affirmations and shared some of the things Zig Ziglar used to share with his audiences!

Have you ever been down at all in your life?  I have found that one of the surest ways out of that place is to help, serve and LIFT others!  In this episode, we talk about this - first from the standpoint of the great legacies and shoulders of many who have gone before and sacrificed on OUR behalf.  We talk about my recent viewing of the 1998 film "Saving Private Ryan" and the great impact these stories have.  We talked about our responsibilities given these legacies and I told a story about a situation that presented itself in my world a few weeks ago.  We also talk about a few tips to maximize our efforts in helping others...and much more!

In this episode, Melissa shared some profound insights with us from some very impactful life experiences, including loss of her father, a friend to suicide, two sexual assaults, an eating disorder and even being falsely charged with a very serious crime.  Melissa has a depth of knowledge and a warmth of comprehension of what it's like to go through some of the most difficult experiences of life.  She shared with us some ways to process our feelings as well as establishing tools to raise our vibration and energy levels.  Enjoy some wonderful, insightful thoughts and conversation... And don't miss Melissa's Mind Love podcast as well as MindLove.com!

We had the honor of welcoming back Maki Moussavi to talk more about success, fulfillment and the band Tool?  Yes, we talked about all those topics including the band because I discovered we're both fans.  We recapped a few items from our previous talk in episode 57, but really dove into the topics of pain and hustle and some of the delusional beliefs many have surrounding all of that and how it has to be included in the ingredients for success.  We covered a lot of different ground in a very fulfilling and enlightening conversation.

What a great conversation we had with the one and only Sid Garza-Hillman.  We were able to talk at length about his running career as well as being a race director after suffering from Asthma in his earlier years.  We discussed many philosophical principles and analogies (he was a philosophy major at UCLA after all) surrounding the running of super marathons.  We talked further about the intertwined nature of health, wellness and happiness as also discussed in his new book: Six Truths: Live by these truths and be happy. Don't, and you won't. - coming out in April of 2021.  Be sure to pre-order it now and enjoy our in depth conversation!

This is perhaps the most powerful episode of our podcast.  We were privileged to talk with Ryan Huber who, after a long string of drug and alcohol use as well as homelessness, tried to take his own life with his mother's 9mm handgun in September of 2017.  Thankfully and miraculously, he survived.  In the aftermath, he has a new lease on life with a new perspective on life as a gift.  He has found healthy sources of lasting joy and peace and has found alignment with nature.  This story covers a vast spectrum of darkness and light.

In this episode, we were able to discuss many interesting topics with Logan Price including overcoming fear, growing up after the new millennium + some differences between the generations.  We talked also about overcoming weaknesses and how to pivot from feeling sorry for yourself.  Logan is an up-and-coming author and entrepreneur who has a lot of knowledge and drive to lift the world.  Enjoy!

Daniel Mangena is an author and speaker helping people bust through limiting paradigms and belief patterns to create the successful life they want for themselves and loved ones.  In this interview, we discussed his unique background as a black British child of immigrants.  He had major early success in business as a teenager followed by major failures and a late diagnosis of Asperger's.  He is helping humanity awaken to their full potential without limits.  Join us for an insightful and uplifting ride!

Sean and Andrea really opened up to us in this episode about their individual and shared stories of trauma, childhood abuse, alcoholism, trials and triumphs together.  They were very open and vulnerable in telling their story (as explained in even more depth in their book).  Andrea had her own tumultuous childhood, and Sean comes from a very successful background in music from the band Great Big Sea where his riotous lifestyle was enabled and made to flourish.  He shares his story in which he kept a dark childhood secret until a momentous day in 2014 when he was finally able to lift his own burden by sharing it for the first time.  They stuck together and seem like they are very close.  Writing this incredibly deep and poignant book together is another testament of that!  Check it out here!

In this episode, we talked about how little things make all the difference.  This is a universal topic that has been discussed seemingly from the beginning of time - from ancient scripture to modern popular music.  Little things make the difference in us lifting others and ourselves, in bettering our minds, bodies, relationships with everyone and so much more.  We talk about a few real world stories of people helping each other and the deep impact that has had in otherwise small events.  This applies in our day-to-day choices and the habits we create based on the real outcomes we want.  Enjoy!

Adam Jablin is a best-selling author as well as a dynamic and highly sought after speaker, corporate consultant and performance coach.  In this episode, he opened up about his story and journey of addiction and how his eyes were opened to so many valuable insights and aspects of life he was previously missing.  He took that journey towards self-mastery and self-awareness and now lifts others through his many valuable tools and this great book: Lotsaholic: From a Sick to Sober Superman

This is a powerful episode where we hear the story of how Dr. Deguire, when she was just 4 years old, sustained 3rd degree burns over 2/3 of her body.  Her new book, Flashback Girl: Lessons on Resilience from a Burn Survivor, is a compelling read which recounts this event and the subsequent decades of its residual effects.  She shares many of these intimate details with an admirable vulnerability with us in this interview.  If you are going through hard things, or have gone through anything difficult (and haven't we all?!), there is much in the way of great perspective in this book and interview!

Lisa Fabrega is a very profound, intelligent, articulate and caring author and coach who teaches and uplifts anyone - from the local manager of a small business to Oscar nominees and Nobel Prize candidates.  One of her major areas of focus is in capacity and expanding it to more fully and efficiently meet our goals.  This enlightening discussion is sure to uplift, enlighten and inspire you!  Connect with Lisa through her through her website.

We had a great conversation with Nathen Aaren regarding finding clarity for our dreams, obtaining the funds to bring them to fruition, and then executing! He came to us today from Portland and shared a remarkable story of pursuing his dreams in Hollywood, working with top talent and, through a few twists and turns, ending up homeless and living out of his car (spoiler alert!).  His is a story of resilience and love for his fellow man/woman.  He embodies these qualities as he empowers individuals to fulfill their goals and dreams.  Find him on his website, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.

This is a unique episode recorded as a spontaneous message after our scheduled guest had some unexpected difficulties and was therefore excused, of course.  We rescheduled that guest and a message was shared instead about the indispensable need for human unity so we can overcome together during troubled times, individually and collectively.

Speaking with Bob Wheeler on today's episode was quite a delight! He has a vast base of experience and knowledge in all things finance as well as the emotional factors that contribute to attitudes and decisions in that arena. As CFO of the world-famous Comedy Store in Hollywood, he also has a treasure trove of stories and insights on the storied history of a venue that made tons of comedians into household names! He truly cares about the people he serves and offers some great bi-weekly online classes as well as other excellent material, not the least of which is his popular book, The Money Nerve: Navigating the Emotions of Money. Find out more at TheMoneyNerve.com!

Megan Gallagher (see website here) is a young, dynamic woman with a long history of extreme anxiety including panic attacks and other very difficult experiences. She learned many techniques and has used them herself to largely overcome these challenges. Now, she is a three-time Ted Talk speaker (the 3rd one comes out this summer), soon to be four-time author, public speaker and overall inspiration. Her story and this conversation are definitely things you don't wanna miss!

Blake Bauer shared his history that brought him from drug addiction and deep pain to a place of healing, clarity and prosperity.  In his book, You Were Not Born to Suffer, Blake shares the wisdom gained in this journey along with principles and actions to bring about such transformation.  In this episode, we discuss how our bodies, minds and souls are very deeply interconnected and how we can embrace pain as a friend urging us to love ourselves and others better in the process of becoming our best selves.  Enjoy!

Thais Gibson has several degrees and over a dozen certifications in everything from psychology to hypnosis and even neuro-linguistic programming. She is a very sharp and articulate author, speaker and co-creator of the Personal Development School in Toronto, Canada. As if all that weren't enough, she also has an incredible YouTube channel also called Personal Development School with nearly 24,000 subscribers and nearly 2 million views (and counting!). This interview is one for the ages...especially as all of us seek clarity and alignment in our lives.

We had the privilege, as we celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast, of interviewing Elena Cardone! She opened up about her background and her relationship with Grant. She even explained why she wouldn't even date him for over a year as well as why it was essential for both of them to work on themselves to be worthy of each other. We also talked about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, parenting, childhood rebellion and more!

Emily Lynn Paulson is a wife, mother and author of a book titled Highlight Real: Finding Honesty And Recovery Beyond The Filtered Life. We discussed her journey of recovery from alcoholism and how that is sometimes misconstrued in our society between social media and the "wine mom" culture. Nowhere in this interview are we villifying anyone's use of alcohol. We are mostly highlighting doing things for the right reasons and she has a lot of perspective and definitely an interesting take on several layers of this complex topic.

As we start a new year and new decade, many of us are seeking a fresh start.  It is important, in this process, to embrace the patterns of growth through repetition.  Between eating, sleeping, the cycles and revolutions of the planets and the overall flow of the universe, repetition is a core and instructive principle.  We also talk in this episode about Elinor Otto, my great aunt who turned 100 in 2019 and with whom I spent New Year's Eve.  I believe we can all learn a great deal from her and from the principles discussed in this episode!

In all of our episodes, we remind you that you are priceless at the top of the show. In this episode, we are going to dig in to talk about why that is and 3 things we can all do to bring our lives, our attitudes and mindset in congruence with that priceless state. Doing so will increase our self-esteem and confidence while also lifting those around us. Enjoy!

Time is something peculiar and our perception of it seems to speed up as we age. This episode is about taking control of our time and striving for the right rhythm, harmony and balance to maintain the joyful, aligned life we constantly seek. We talk in this episode about a comparison and analogy between time and the structure of our home. We touch on segmenting or "chunking" our time as well as engaging in activities/action items that further the outcomes we desire in our respective areas of influence. Please review and share this podcast with your loved ones and friends!

Daniel Emmet has talent, charisma and intelligence like you wouldn't believe!  If singing were in the Olympics, his range (Opera, Pop, Rock, etc.) would win him the gold medal in the music decathlon because he can do all the "events" at a world class level.  His story from the show, "America's Got Talent," is incredible and he gave us a lot of great gems about that!  This guy is guaranteed to be in the upper regions of the music business.  Don't be surprised to see him win Grammy's and have a residency of some sort in Las Vegas!  Enjoy our interview!

Greg Morton is a very unique and dynamic stand-up comic who has worked in the comedy world for well over three decades. He is known for spot on movie impressions and has a very energetic stage presence, as millions witnessed on the 2019 season of America's Got Talent where he was praised by all the judges. Greg gave us an in depth interview covering what drove him to comedy as well as some of what he's learned from what went right - and wrong - over the years. Comedians are fascinating people, and Greg gave us a lot to chew on in this interview!

In this episode, we talk about the fine line between striking out and striking rich. It separates success and failure. It separates mistakes and triumphs. We discuss a very poignant analogy from the book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill as well as some stories from our own space program and arriving on the moon.  We even talked about the Apollo 13 mission and some important lessons learned from that story.

The band Korn have been a solid presence in music now for over 25 years and their new album, "The Nothing," shows they are as relevent, passionate, cohesive and vibrant as ever. Korn's popularity continues to grow and their artistry is unstoppable! In this interview with their incredible drummer, Ray Luzier, we cover so many areas of recording, touring, Korn Koffee as well as many questions from fans that were sent via social media. Ray was gracious with his time and ever grateful to the priceless fans of KORN! Enjoy this great interview!

Comfort zones are a place where we, well, find comfort. That means they have lower elements of stress and fear and perhaps even work. As Grant Cardone said, "The greatest YOU will be discovered far outside your comfort zone!" It is important, therefore, to find balance and recognize some of the delusional thought processes that sometimes keep us back from becoming our best selves by expanding that comfort zone and venturing out of it. We talk in the episode about fear as well as some stories including of Kerri Strug (who we hope to have as a guest in a forthcoming episode). These are lessons we all need to be reminded of. Enjoy!

Many times in our lives we are diverted either by our own decisions or unavoidable circumstances. When we are living with purpose, unlike those old toy commercials that alway said "batteries not included," the batteries and power to your life are in finding and fostering that purpose. We talk in this episode of the greatness found in all of us. I shared some examples related to Connor McGregor, David Goggins and others as well as highlighting the 50 year anniversary of the first men to land on the moon. All of this ties in to YOU understanding and living YOUR full potential. You can do it and this episode will definitely help!

What a great interview we had with the incredible Emily Frisella! We covered everything from carbs and ketosis to our mindset, food addiction, soda and much of her great work. She has a unique and powerful cookbook called The Fresh Farmhouse Kitchen Cookbook. She has a great, upbeat outlook and her knowledge and expertise are impressive. Visit her on her website at www.FitHomeAndHealth.com. Also, follow her and her robust community @EmilyFrisella on Instagram. This is a great interview as eating is an important component in all of our lives and is a central part of our well-being.

Maki Moussavi is a success coach and the author of the new book, The High Achiever's Guide: Transform Your Success Mindset and Begin the Quest to Fulfillment.  In this interview, we discussed finding clarity both in what we are tolerating and in expectations towards actual, meaningful fulfillment in our lives.  We talk about how to avoid putting things off and actually challenge ourselves, our fears and delusions to consciously reprogram our minds towards the outcomes we want and deserve.

Buy her book, follow her blog, learn more about her bio & valuable services and contact her all through https://makimoussavi.com.

This is an interview with two amazing people who have been through A LOT and come together with a beautiful father/daughter relationship. They invited all of us to join them on this journey through the new documentary, "Loud Krazy Love," coming out on DVD June 11th! We covered so much here from addictions to dreadlocks, parent involvement to the music itself. Enjoy this great interview with Brian "Head" Welch and his lovely daughter, Jennea.

In this episode, we discuss the differences between the BIG picture and the small details of life as well as the importance of balancing both.  We might also refer to this as MACRO vs. MICRO and it applies in all areas of life as well as in our lives as a whole.  I talked about the movie "Signs," which I watched recently with my boys, as well as some recent things I've heard from Chris Hardwick (ID10T Podcast) as well as Mel Robbins and others.  The BIG picture can free us from letting small moments consume us!

When we learn to consistently say "NO" to the wrong things to make room for the RIGHT things, a world of harmony and consistency can unfold for us.  Join us in this episode as we talk about some of the logistics of this principle and how it applies across the board in life, whether that be in business, relationships, personal interests, etc!  There is great POWER in the word "NO"!

In this incredible interview with Lisa Bilyeu, we discussed a wide range of topics including her background in the UK and how she met Tom to her heros, relationships, empowering women and so much more! It's interesting to see how her journey and evolving mindset have fueled her part in this power couple's immense success. This is another interview you don't want to miss!

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PEACE. This is something that it's safe to say we all seek in our existence here. It is a priceless commodity that is sometimes hard to come by, perhaps because we gullible humans often look for it in all the wrong places. We talk in this episode about finding real, lasting peace, expanding our mindfulness and controlling our thought patterns. I elaborate on some thoughts surrounding my great aunt, Elinor Otto, who will turn 100 in October 2019. We discuss some of her trials and triumphs and the recent death of her grandson and my last conversation with him about a month earlier. Life is fragile. Let's be completely alive and present in this place to attain that lasting peace we seek.

What better way to celebrate our 50TH EPISODE of the podcast than to talk to the son of Zig Ziglar, one of the greatest motivational authors and speakers in history!  Tom is continuing in his dad's footsteps and has a new book called Choose to Win, out now with lots of great options through www.ChooseToWinBook.com.  Tom shares all sorts of insights in growing up as Zig's son and his work ethic and genuineness that fueled his rise after many thousands of hours of study, blood sweat and tears.  This is a great interview with a great man who represents one of the great American families.  Enjoy!

In this episode, we have a real life animator who has worked on a BUNCH of great projects you're familiar with, including "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2," "Smurfs: The Lost Village," and the "Hotel Transylvania" franchise.  He has a story of passion and discouragement, trials and triumph that all of us can relate to in our pursuit of our own passions and successes.  Listen as we discuss everything from old cartoons and influences to driving taxi and the unfailing support of his wife as he broke through the barriers and found his voice.  Enjoy lots of success principles as we journey in pursuit of dreams on this episode!

This is a special interview with Jamie Lerner, co-author of the book, The Ever-Loving Essence of You!  We talked about allowing and taking care of ourselves and others by changing our mindset and our approach to habits in general.  She is a very experienced and loving therapist with many years of experience, so her insights are very valuable to one and all!  Enjoy!

This powerful interview is one you don't want to miss! Laura Gassner Otting is an author and accomplished speaker and coach with a broad background working with non-profits, businesses and much more! We talked at length about getting out of our own way and freeing ourselves from the worries of what other people think. This is about boldly carving our own path with purpose and living our best life. Go here to find out about her new book: Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life ALSO, start your own progress at www.LimitlessAssessment.com!

We talk in this episode about how doors close and open, creating new links in the chain that makes up our life here.  Each closed door welcomes a new opportunity as other doors can then open.  We talk about Jamie Lee Curtis and her story of links in a chain, after being fired, that led to much of her continued success in her career.  Phil opens up also about his own life situation since starting the podcast and why he was absent from the podcast for almost a month...We have much more in store, starting with this episode! 

The new documentary film "Mind Over Matter" skillfully tells the inspirational story of Brandon Mendenhall, who was born with cerebral palsy.  Despite having a left hand that was virtually paralyzed (among other debilitating difficulties), Brandon found a voice in music and, against all odds, overcame and began playing guitar.  After years of struggle and hard work, he now plays with a talented band called The Mendenhall Experiment and has won awards and played alongside big names in music and at some big shows - proving we should all rethink our view and treatment of those with "disabilities"!  Join us for his story and then pre-order the film at www.mindovermatterfilm.com (it will be released on January 25th!).  Also, check out The Mendenhall Experiment wherever you get music!

After a break during the holiday season, we are back with this episode of some universal principles as we solidify our foundation of understanding the nature of our life here together.  We also talk about 5 key principles that support and fuel us in actually living our best possible life.  With some real focus and effort, we can have, do and be what we should - now and always!

FAILURE is one of those words that many of us try to avoid thinking about or even saying. In this episode, we will discuss how important failure is in the process of obtaining success. There is hope and we can reframe our view of failure as an accepted natural step and learning experience in the process of growth. Thank you all for a great year as we prepare for new episodes in the new year and beyond!