In this week’s episode, Casey welcomes his longtime friend and fearless entrepreneur, Lindsay Hadley. With a friendship spanning over 20 years, Casey and Lindsay dive deep into the stories and mindset that have defined Lindsay’s extraordinary career and life. From orchestrating massive global fundraising efforts to facing failures head-on, Lindsay opens up about her philosophy of taking bold action and trusting the process, even when the odds seem insurmountable.

Listen as they explore Lindsay’s incredible journey of faith, risk-taking, and pursuit of purpose, all while balancing personal challenges and the drive to make a meaningful impact. Through candid anecdotes and powerful insights, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to be fearless, to embrace failure, and to trust in your mission—no matter where it leads. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation that proves bravery isn’t the absence of fear, but the determination to act in spite of it.

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In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Jeanette Bennett – award-winning journalist, founder of Utah Valley Magazine, and now a rising leader in commercial real estate; for a compelling conversation about reinvention, resilience, and the power of quiet ambition.

Jeanette opens up about her early days growing up in Idaho, her fierce internal drive that led her to become valedictorian, and how motherhood sparked the entrepreneurial fire that would define her career. With no outside funding, she sold her home to launch her first magazine; a move that would go on to shape the voice of Utah’s business community for over two decades.

They explore the realities of building a company from scratch, navigating gender dynamics in leadership, and what it looks like to gracefully transition into a new chapter of influence and impact. Through it all, Jeanette reflects on listening as a superpower, the art of celebrating others, and the quiet strength it takes to lead with both confidence and humility.

This conversation is packed with insight for anyone building a business, a life, or both.

00:00 | Welcome & Jeanette’s Early Career Roots

01:34 | The Gender Gap in Utah Business

03:33 | Navigating Motherhood and Ambition

06:37 | Embracing Opportunity in a Man’s World

08:45 | Building a Career Around Storytelling

13:41 | The Warrior Spirit of Young Jeanette

17:01 | BYU, Journalism, and Dreaming Bigger

21:21 | Falling in Love with People and Events

27:53 | Why Motherhood Sparked Her Entrepreneurial Fire

31:04 | Selling Her Home to Start a Magazine

34:27 | Learning Business the Hard Way

38:54 | Finding Joy in Mentorship and Team Building

40:12 | Surviving the Housing Crisis & Reinventing Verticals

43:41 | Knowing When It’s Time for a New Chapter

45:33 | Reinvention and the Courage to Start Over

48:29 | Leading with Confidence and Humility

49:56 | Why Diversity Makes Teams Stronger

51:30 | Wisdom from Mentors and Multigenerational Networks

55:38 | Choosing Family Over Fame

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In this special episode, Casey’s business partner and long time friend, Dave Jensen sits down at the MW3 conference with Kalani Sitake, head coach of the BYU Cougars football team. Kalani, reflects on his upbringing sharing stories from his early years, the impact of his multicultural background, and his experiences with legendary figures like BYU coach LaVell Edwards and Nike founder Phil Knight.

He discusses how the relationships in his life have shaped his coaching philosophy, focusing on humility, empathy, and genuine connection. With powerful anecdotes of overcoming adversity, Kalani emphasizes the value of kindness and its profound impact on people’s lives.

Kalani shares his commitment to creating a positive environment where his players grow as athletes and individuals. He discusses his belief that true success is measured not just in victories but in the character and values instilled in those he mentors. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that shows how sports can transform lives and build stronger communities.

00:00 | Welcome, MW3 setup & Kalani’s intro

00:06 | Dave introduces Kalani’s journey & coaching career

01:46 | What excites Kalani most about BYU football right now

02:39 | Visiting Nike, meeting Phil Knight & LaVell Edwards stories

03:21 | The voicemail from LaVell that changed a 1–3 season

06:15 | Mission call, faith, and early mentoring from LaVell

07:19 | Growing up Tongan: divorce, moving, and feeling broken

10:11 | A BYU player’s hug that “fixed” a nine-year-old kid

12:09 | Kindness as a superpower & what really matters more than wins

13:44 | Spotting people who are hurting & choosing to reach out

15:16 | Family storytelling, heritage, and choosing happiness with little

17:21 | Discovering the commandment that changed how he honored his parents

18:41 | His father’s last day of work & a quiet act of integrity

22:06 | Meeting Timberley, raising kids, and the realities of coaching life

23:11 | How Timberley prepped him for the BYU head coach interview

25:33 | The line that sealed the BYU job (and who really wrote it)

27:03 | Lessons from Kyle Whittingham & gratitude to Utah

28:34 | Family, rivalry, legacy, and letting love lead

29:42 | Closing challenge: use your strengths to lift the world

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In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Taylor Randall, the 17th president of the University of Utah and former dean of the David Eccles School of Business. With a background as a distinguished economist and academic leader, Taylor brings deep insight into what it takes to lead major institutions through growth, innovation, and cultural transformation.

He shares the leadership principles that guided his decade-long transformation of the Eccles School into a nationally recognized and fast growing business program, and discusses how those same values now shape his presidency at the University of Utah. The conversation explores how to build momentum in complex systems, why fast decision making matters, and how to lead with both humility and urgency in high stakes environments.

Casey and Taylor unpack topics ranging from academic innovation and public university strategy to entrepreneurship, economics, and the future of higher education.

00:00 | Welcome & Introduction to Taylor Randall

01:14 | Growing Up at the University of Utah

03:10 | Early Career at Arthur Andersen

05:01 | Wharton Years & Ambitious Peers

06:13 | Academic Curiosity & Consulting for MLB

07:34 | Why Chaos Creates Opportunity

08:31 | PhD Research on Global Operations Strategy

10:27 | Turning Down Chicago to Return to Utah

11:27 | Venture Fund & Breaking the Classroom Model

13:37 | How AI Disrupts and Enhances Higher Ed

14:42 | Launching Lassonde Studios & Student Startups

16:59 | Building Immersive, Purpose-Driven Experiences

18:50 | Early 2000s Venture Fund Success & Lessons

20:31 | Inspiration Behind the Entrepreneurial Institute

21:57 | Reimagining the Classroom-Incubator Hybrid

22:07 | Teaming Up with Futurists and Architects

23:39 | Becoming Dean During the Financial Crisis

24:18 | Privatizing the Business School Model

27:36 | Program Innovation & Specialized Master’s Degrees

30:48 | Education as a Confidence Catalyst

32:25 | Mentorship, Mistakes & Growth Moments

34:59 | Considering Life After Academia

36:15 | Presidential Application Process & Headwinds in Higher Ed

38:33 | Interviewing for President During COVID

40:13 | Behind Utah’s Nationally Ranked COVID Response

43:36 | Lessons from the Pandemic Response Team

45:43 | Understanding the University of Utah as a $9B Enterprise

47:02 | Medical Education, Research, and Clinical Trials

50:36 | Breakthroughs in Neurobionics & HIV Prevention

52:04 | University-Owned Businesses & Innovation Ecosystem

53:16 | Huntsman Cancer Institute’s Impact on Utah County

54:50 | Collaborative Vision Across Utah’s Higher Ed Institutions

55:22 | Proxima: Creating Healthcare Career Pathways

57:54 | UVU, First-Gen Students & The Promise of Education

59:11 | Executive Education & Adapting to a Changing Market

59:26 | The Future of College Sports & Athlete Compensation

01:03:20 | Sustainable Models for College Athletics

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In this week’s episode, Jared Sine sits down with Casey to share his journey from managing the challenges of Hirschsprung’s disease to becoming a top legal and strategy executive at companies like Expedia, Match Group, and GoDaddy.

Jared reflects on the role faith has played in shaping his career choices and personal life. He discusses balancing work, family, and staying true to his values, even in high-pressure environments. Jared also opens up about the importance of trusting in divine guidance during career transitions and personal trials, showing how faith has been a consistent anchor in his life.

This episode is packed with insights on leadership, mentorship, and entrepreneurship. Jared explains how mentorship and surrounding yourself with like-minded, value-driven people can accelerate both personal and professional success, demonstrating the power of a strong community.

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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or behind in your 20s or 30s? In this powerful solo episode, Casey Baugh shares a personal roadmap to breaking free from stagnation and building a life of momentum, meaning, and success. Now 43, Casey reflects on the pivotal lessons and habits that helped him transition from uncertainty to building wealth, purpose, and personal power.

From early mentorship at Vivint to the miracle morning routine that reshaped his days, Casey outlines the exact steps that helped him create consistent wins. Whether you’re seeking clarity in your career, energy in your habits, or direction for your future—this episode delivers real, actionable insights to help you get moving and stay moving.

Learn how to:

•Simplify focus and take massive action

•Build atomic habits that transform your mornings

•Ask the right questions to unlock opportunity

•Use momentum to multiply success

•Reframe your 20s as a launching pad—not a finish line

Chapters

00:00 | Introduction: Stuck in Your 20s

01:11 | The Power of Intentional Choices

02:00 | Why Mentorship in Your 20s Matters

03:41 | The Life-Changing Decision to Join Vivint

03:53 | Focus: Doing One Thing Well

05:05 | Simple Goal, Big Results

05:58 | John Maxwell’s Law of the Big Mo

06:50 | Take Massive Action, Not Perfect Action

07:48 | Ready, Fire, Aim: Just Start

08:34 | The Most Important Question: What’s My Biggest Opportunity?

09:43 | Starve Problems, Feed Opportunities

10:59 | Saying No to Good for the Sake of Great

11:35 | Habits Matter More Than Motivation

12:07 | Sunday Planning: The #1 Weekly Habit

12:37 | Miracle Mornings: Casey’s Morning Routine

14:05 | Cold Plunges, Meditation, and Momentum

16:07 | Training Confidence Through Hard Choices

17:35 | Stack the Daily Wins

18:59 | Bill Ackman’s Comeback Blueprint

20:03 | The Compound Effect of Daily Choices

20:28 | Final Thoughts: Build a Life That Compounds

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In this week’s episode, Casey sits down with Bruce Roberts, whose journey ranging from being a CrossFit community leader to a 26-year military veteran is nothing short of inspiring. Casey and Bruce reminisce about their shared history at CrossFit Hyperion and the deep sense of community, discipline, and hard work that defined the gym’s culture.

Bruce opens up about his time in the military, including his work with special forces and his deployments in Afghanistan, Guantanamo Bay, and beyond. He shares the lessons he learned about leadership, focusing on leading by example, fostering trust, and the power of treating people with respect. His journey reveals the challenges and rewards of guiding others in some of the world’s most intense environments.

Bruce continues to serve others through humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan and Ukraine. This conversation is full of powerful insights on leadership, service, and the importance of leaving a lasting, positive mark on the world.

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In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Dan Snow, Berkeley PhD and Harvard Business School professor turned BYU educator; for a thoughtful conversation on identity, reinvention, and choosing a life of deep purpose over conventional success.

Dan shares his journey from the factory floors of Ford to the lecture halls of Harvard, and why he ultimately walked away from the elite academic path to teach and mentor at BYU. With rare humility and clarity, he unpacks the quiet courage it takes to start over, the challenges of being “the outsider,” and what it means to build a life that actually aligns with your values.

They explore leadership, legacy, and how the most meaningful growth often comes from embracing discomfort. Whether it’s navigating faith in unfamiliar environments or making high stakes career pivots, Dan’s story is a powerful reminder that status isn’t the goal, impact is.

00:00 | Introduction & Chelsea’s Journey

03:55 | Education as Leadership Development

07:34 | Dan’s Upbringing in Colorado Springs

13:30 | Being the Outsider & Building Empathy

17:22 | Faith, Contrast, and Cultural Identity

19:43 | Mission in Rome & Early Lessons in Rejection

22:59 | The Pivot Away from Law School

26:24 | Working at Ford & Career Clarity

30:05 | Choosing a PhD Over Corporate Success

31:48 | Berkeley, Humility, and Academic Culture

39:30 | The Dissertation: Last Gasp of Carburetors

45:26 | The Hidden Power of Applied Theory

49:13 | Greatness, Grit, and the Clay Christensen Standard

54:14 | Turning Talents into Purpose

56:01 | Reinvention & The Power of Starting Over

58:41 | Spiritual Greatness in Everyday People

01:02:06 | Creation, Progress & the Human Drive

01:03:04 | Teaching at Oxford & Global Perspectives

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In this week's episode, Casey reconnects with good friend and educator Kyle Reyes. They dive into the transformative power of education and the role of mentorship. Kyle shares his journey from a struggling student with a 0.68 GPA to a leader in higher education, revealing how finding relevance and purpose can change the course of a life. This discussion highlights the importance of creating environments where every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered.

Kyle also reflects on his experiences at UVU, the impact of diverse mentors, and how empathy can bridge gaps across differences. Whether you're navigating your own educational journey or supporting someone else's, this episode offers valuable insights on unlocking potential and inspiring others.

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In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Cam Bawden, serial entrepreneur, pilot, and founder of Green Mango Pest Control and Coconut Cleaning, for a deep dive into what it really means to live and lead like the 1%.

Cam shares his journey from door-to-door sales in the Arizona heat to scaling multi-million dollar home service companies and creating a movement centered on faith, family, and intentional growth. He opens up about the mindset shifts that redefined his version of success, the daily systems that keep him grounded, and the power of pursuing alignment over applause.

Together, they explore what happens after the financial exit, how to stay hungry when you no longer have to, and why authenticity is the real differentiator among the top 1%.

This conversation is equal parts strategy and soul; a masterclass in building a life that compounds in business, relationships, and impact.

00:00 | Introduction & Background

01:00 | From Pest Control to Purpose

02:30 | Starting Green Mango & the Power of Persistence

05:00 | Weekly Planning & Life Transformation

07:45 | Post-Exit Realizations & Staying Hungry

10:00 | Giving as a Daily Practice

13:00 | Building Wealth vs. Preserving Impact

15:30 | Childhood Lessons & Work Ethic

18:40 | Early Entrepreneurial Struggles

21:00 | The Turning Point at Year 7

24:30 | Scaling Through Franchising with Coconut Cleaning

27:30 | The 1% Club & Mentorship Mindset

30:50 | Marriage, Alignment & Communication

36:00 | Family Planning Systems & Quarterly Retreats

41:00 | Friendships, Heroes & Endorsements

46:30 | Faith, Obedience & Daily Devotionals

48:00 | Final Reflections & Future Vision

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