In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Sina Azari, strategic business coach, author, and multi-business operator, for a wide-ranging conversation on time creation, leverage, AI, leadership, and living life by design. The episode kicks off with the creation of brand-new AI-generated intro music live in the studio, then dives deep into how high performers multiply their impact by delegating, leveraging technology, and focusing only on the highest and best use of their time.

Timestamps 00:00 – Creating AI intro music live in the studio 04:00 – Official welcome to Beyond the Horizon 05:30 – Creating time and space instead of chasing hours 07:00 – The “168 hours” mindset and delegation at scale 10:15 – The 4 rules for the highest and best use of your time 12:00 – Humans vs AI: why technology is winning 15:55 – The 51 Laws and compounding productivity 18:10 – Missionaries vs mercenaries in leadership 19:00 – Episode sponsor: Policy Engineer Insurance Solutions 24:00 – Fitness discipline, reps vs weight, and consistency 27:30 – Living life by design vs by default 29:00 – How habits predict your future 32:10 – Interest vs commitment explained 36:00 – Building, scaling, and exiting businesses 37:30 – The Tom Ferry story and walking in the right shoes 42:50 – Small moments that change everything

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, host Matt Franchina sits down with Nicky, founder of Fuerza Pilates Studio, to explore how Pilates has become a critical performance and longevity tool for NFL players and elite athletes. Nicky shares how she built a private, high-performance Pilates business, why professional athletes are moving away from traditional training methods, and how she’s scaling her expertise toward a bigger long-term vision.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we sit down with Bryan Anderson, a 15-year 911 dispatcher and manager with the San Diego Fire Department, to unpack the weight of life-or-death calls, leadership under pressure, and the human side of emergency response. Bryan shares powerful stories from behind the headset, what it takes to stay calm when others are panicking, and how compassion and adaptability save lives in moments of crisis. He also opens up about his personal journey—losing over 260 pounds naturally after reaching nearly 600 pounds—and reflects on identity, coping, and rebuilding a healthier relationship with life, food, and purpose.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, Matt shares six truths for 2026 that will remain true no matter where you’re coming from or what last year looked like. From growing closer to God, to being intentional about memories, health, money, and purpose, this conversation is about living with intention and design instead of drifting through another year. If you’re setting goals, resetting habits, or simply asking what really matters in 2026, this episode is meant to encourage you to look further and live beyond the horizon you’ve known.

In Episode 15 of Beyond the Horizon, we complete the situational leadership series by shifting from the explorer’s journey to the leader’s responsibility. This episode breaks down how great leaders guide people through growth without crushing confidence or creating confusion. Using the Situational Leadership model (D1–D4 / S1–S4), we explore how leadership must evolve as people move from excitement, to discouragement, to competence, and finally to ownership. Whether you’re leading a team, a family, a business, or simply influencing those around you, this episode offers a practical framework for meeting people where they are — and helping them grow into leaders themselves.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, we kick off Part 1 of a two-part series on Situational Leadership by focusing on the Explorer—anyone starting something new. Using the proven leadership framework developed by Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard, this episode breaks down the four developmental stages (D1–D4) that everyone experiences when pursuing a new goal, career, or calling. From early excitement and self-doubt to earned confidence and true ownership, this conversation offers practical guidance, real-life examples, and mindset shifts to help you push through discouragement, stay committed, and finish what you start.

In this episode of "Beyond the Horizon," we dive into the timeless wisdom of Earl Nightingale's "The Strangest Secret" and explore how long-term goal-setting and self-awareness can transform your journey. We unpack the importance of building a progressive mindset, the power of proximity, and the role of belief and action in achieving meaningful success. Tune in for practical insights and motivational steps to make 2026 your best year yet!

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, Matt Franchina sits down with Neil Broere, an author and Bible teacher, to dive deep into themes of obedience, suffering, and reward. They explore Neil's journey, including his experiences in Iraq, the significance of prophetic words, and the power of fasting. Tune in for an authentic and inspiring conversation that bridges faith and real-life experiences.

In this solo episode of Beyond the Horizon, Matt dives deep into navigating the different seasons of life—from business struggles and personal burnout to faith, family, and rebuilding with purpose. Matt shares honest insight on entrepreneurship, leadership, surrender, and mental resilience while opening up about a two-year season of challenges that reshaped how he views success. He breaks down the pressure of running a business, the importance of auditing your life, the power of surrendering control to God, and how prioritizing family over hustle changed everything. Matt also reflects on a transformative 14-month RV trip across the country and the lessons it taught him about presence, gratitude, and clarity. If you're an entrepreneur, parent, leader, or anyone navigating a tough season, this episode offers guidance, encouragement, and perspective to help you see beyond the horizon.

In this episode of Beyond the Horizon, Matt Franchina sits down with coaching consultant Ryan James Miller for an honest, vulnerable conversation about faith, fatherhood, marriage, personal discipline, overcoming past mistakes, and navigating the cultural challenges facing families today. Ryan opens up about his daughter’s powerful story involving her boyfriend’s near-death medical crisis, the long-term impact of purity and commitment in relationships, raising strong daughters in a shifting world, building the SOS sales system, his Men of Greatness community, and the intense reality of running for local office. This episode blends practical wisdom, deep personal stories, and hard conversations that many men need but rarely hear.