In this inspiring episode of the Fathers of the Future Podcast, host Luke Kayyem sits down with his coaching client and friend, Jesse Mufasa Goldsmith, to discuss Jesse’s remarkable transformation. Previously known as "Big Cat," a nickname tied to his 385-pound frame and party-heavy lifestyle, Jesse shares how he shed 135 pounds, embraced sobriety, and completed the Boston Marathon. The journey began 18 months ago after a serendipitous meeting with Luke on a golf course, followed by a pivotal moment of hitting rock bottom. Jesse’s story highlights his shift from a self-destructive identity to one of resilience and purpose, embodied in his new persona, "Mufasa," inspired by his commitment to being a strong, protective father to his daughter, Sophie.

Jesse recounts key milestones, including adopting intermittent fasting, quitting alcohol, and training for two half-marathons and the Boston Marathon, all while overcoming a relapse and battling physical and mental challenges. With Luke’s guidance, Jesse rebuilt his confidence, rekindled his competitive drive as a commercial real estate broker, and inspired his family and colleagues. The episode culminates in Jesse’s emotional Boston Marathon finish, a testament to his dedication and the support of his community, leaving listeners with a powerful message about transformation, legacy, and inspiring others.

• Guest: Jesse Mufasa Goldsmith, commercial real estate broker at Newmark, former college tennis player, and father to Sophie.

• Key Themes:

  • Identity Shift: From "Big Cat," a persona tied to excess and self-destruction, to "Mufasa," symbolizing strength and protection for his daughter.

  • Transformation Journey: Losing 135 pounds naturally, quitting alcohol, and completing the Boston Marathon.

  • Rock Bottom Moment: A wake-up call during a daddy-daughter trip in Salt Lake City, leading to sobriety and commitment to change.

  • Coaching Impact: Luke Kayyem’s non-judgmental approach helped Jesse rebuild his life through small, consistent changes.

  • Boston Marathon: Ran for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, raising $17,000, and finished in 5:27:55, just two minutes before the sweep.

• Highlights:

  • Meeting Luke on a golf course in Flagstaff, facilitated by mutual friend Riyadh Naza.

  • Overcoming a relapse during a golf trip, recommitting to sobriety and training.

  • Emotional family reunion in Boston, with Jesse’s parents, wife, and daughter supporting him.

  • Upcoming documentary, Road to Boston, focusing on mental health awareness, set for release around July 4, 2025, on YouTube.

• Resources:

  • Luke Kayyem’s Website: https://www.lukekayyem.com/

  • Schedule a Call with Luke: https://www.lukekayyem.com/schedule

  • Luke’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lukekayyem

  • Luke’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukekayyem

In this heartfelt episode of The Fathers Of The Future Podcast, host Luke Kayyem welcomes Chris Clements, a friend, brother, and father, whose son Preston has been a client of Luke’s for the past year. Chris is the co-host of Light Beer, Dark Money, a podcast exploring faith, freedom, and free enterprise, now thriving on the Star Worldwide Networks. The episode delves into Chris’s journey as a legacy business owner, taking over Golden Eagle Distributors, a major Anheuser-Busch wholesaler, after his father’s sudden passing from lung cancer in 1995. At just 25, Chris was thrust into a leadership role amidst personal grief, family dynamics, and a toxic company environment, forcing him to grow up quickly while navigating challenges in the beer industry and his own identity.

Chris shares how his faith became a cornerstone after hitting a spiritual rock bottom, particularly after a wake-up call from his wife about his drinking and its impact on his son. This led to a transformative period of sobriety, prayer, and realigning his identity with his faith, ultimately influencing his decision to sell the business in 2015. The conversation explores themes of legacy, fatherhood, and balancing professional success with personal growth. Chris reflects on lessons from his father’s mentorship under August Busch III and the importance of truth, excellence, and time with family. Luke and Chris discuss the rarity of successful men prioritizing faith without hitting rock bottom, emphasizing Chris’s unique journey of integrating faith, freedom, and family into his life’s work.

Matt Ryan's story, shared on the Fathers of the Future podcast, is a testament to the power of resilience and personal growth through life's challenges. As the first client of the host's coaching program, Matt's journey began with a seemingly perfect family life, captured in a video showcasing peak performance coaching. However, his world shifted dramatically with a divorce that blindsided him, forcing him to confront unaddressed patterns from his upbringing. Despite the emotional turmoil of leaving his home and navigating a prolonged divorce, Matt's commitment to his two sons, Cole and Breck, remained unwavering. His story inspires us to face adversity head-on, learning from setbacks and rebuilding with intention. By prioritizing presence, play, and connection with his boys, Matt transformed pain into purpose, proving that even in the face of unexpected challenges, we can rise stronger.

The podcast also highlights Matt's spiritual awakening, a pivotal shift that anchored his reinvention. Initially distant from faith, Matt found divine guidance through serendipitous moments, like discovering a coin inscribed with "With God, all things are possible" on the day of his grandmother’s funeral. This sparked a journey back to faith, which became the foundation for his life’s priorities—God and relationships over material success. Transitioning from a high-stress career in commercial real estate to a dynamic role in a small cybersecurity firm, Matt embraced a new professional identity that allowed authenticity and growth. His message to future generations is clear: a life well-lived is built on faith and meaningful connections, not just achievements. Matt’s evolution from heartbreak to hope inspires every listener to get back up, learn from life’s trials, and lead with love and purpose as fathers, partners, and men.

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Tune in to the latest episode of the Fathers of the Future podcast, hosted by Luke Kayyem. This is a powerful conversation with Josh Crawford, a single father raising two daughters, Jade and Pearl, with unwavering discipline and faith. Recorded live at ScottsdalePodcast.com, this episode dives into Josh’s transformative journey over the past four years, from navigating a challenging relationship to embracing his role as a devoted dad.

This episode stands out for its raw authenticity and practical wisdom, as Josh shares how he doubled down on discipline—avoiding common pitfalls like distraction or dating—while channeling his energy into his daughters and a new career. Josh offers a plan for men who want to build character and strength. He uses a whole-body approach to health and natural parenting, and he chooses to serve others because of his faith. This episode is a must-listen for fathers and men who want to leave a legacy of strength and service. It includes a special moment with Jade and a challenge coin that shows honor and duty. Whether you're new to listening or a fan, Josh's story will make you think about your own discipline and character. It will also show how brotherhood and mentorship can change your life. 

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Welcome to the new season of the Fathers of the Future podcast. Host Luke Kayyem talks with Buddy Schultz, his mentor for 17 years. Buddy is a former MLB pitcher who played for the Chicago Cubs and St Louis Cardinals. He had the third-lowest ERA in the National League in 1977 and holds the NCAA record for most strikeouts in a game, set 54 years ago. Buddy is also in the Miami Ohio Athletic Sports Hall of Fame.

Buddy’s journey, however, goes far beyond the diamond. In this episode, he shares life lessons from his remarkable career, including his philosophy of "winners have results, losers have excuses," and the importance of resilience and hard work. As a mentor who has raised over $32 million for youth baseball programs since 1990, Buddy embodies the spirit of giving back, making him the perfect guest to kick off this season. Join Luke and Buddy for a heartfelt conversation about baseball, fatherhood, and the game of life, filled with stories of perseverance, legacy, and the impact one person can have on the next generation.

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In this installment, you will discover the challenges that a man has faced head on, despite the obstacles. Jesus Frayre has always persevered, from enduring the grief of losing loved ones to overcoming his own personal struggles. His life exemplifies the resilience bestowed upon us by our Maker. To become a husband, father, and successful entrepreneur, one must hold an unwavering drive to succeed. And if you need any example of what this looks like, look no further than Jesus. In other words, he is the perfect example of reversing the curse that could've been on his life, forever changing his family's history. 

Jesus Frayre is a seasoned expert in his field who offers his knowledge and skills to both new and experienced content creators. He helps them navigate the complex world of video optimization, building an audience, and earning money through their content. With years of experience in online video creation, he has worked with a diverse range of clients and specializes in various niches and genres. His extensive range of abilities includes employing YouTube analytics, implementing effective video SEO techniques, developing innovative content strategies, engaging with audiences, and generating revenue. Driven by a strong passion for creating immersive and profitable content, he blends education, entertainment, and inspiration to captivate viewers and leave them wanting more. His goal is to empower business owners and entrepreneurs to achieve their ambitious goals and unlock their limitless potential in the vast world of YouTube. In a nutshell, he's good at what he does. 

He is a fighter and relishes in the challenges life may through at him. As he protects all that he's responsible for, one thing is true... He doesn't make excuses; rather he gets to work, he fights for what he believes in. 

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Michael Johnson, creator of Shockwave Defense, has helped over 100,000 men worldwide get physically fit, overcome limiting beliefs, and take charge of their lives. A criminologist and self-defense specialist, Michael is also a skilled helicopter pilot. In his 30 years of experience, he's noticed one common obstacle: men struggling to embrace their masculinity and overcome limiting beliefs.

At the young age of 2, he began his journey as a martial artist and has since become highly skilled in several disciplines. He used his extensive knowledge to create Shockwave Defense (shockwavedefense.com), where he combined martial arts, behavioral psychology, criminology, and life philosophy, creating a unique approach called "Bellicusology." Additionally, Johnson served as an honorary commander for the 512th Rescue Squadron at Kirtland AFB while also working as a helicopter pilot.

Johnson's contributions to the field of combatives have been substantial. As a main instructor for deadly force instructor at the Florida Department of Corrections, he has influenced 19,000 officers. His practical abilities, honed through 55 full-contact fights, align with his dedication to teaching practical techniques and adaptable strategies for dangerous situations. With four decades of experience in martial arts and 30 years as a defense instructor, Johnson's unique training methods are designed to efficiently teach solutions for handling threats.

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A Stoic wants to live well— and living well means dying well, too. A Stoic lives well through having a good character, and death is the final test of it. - Seneca

This very well could be the most meaningful podcast I've ever recorded. My conversation with Billy Aiton, a former client from CrossFit Scottsdale, was more than just a reminder that life is fragile. He shows us, shows me that every second counts.

This is coming from a man who's been given 60 days to live as of the recording of this episode. And as much as I don't want to see a friend leave this life to soon, the reality is he's facing his mortality.

But if you listen closely, you'll hear the will to live in every sentence he speaks. When he talks about his kids and how proud he is of them, you can't help but want to be like him. 

To those who know Billy, I pray this episode encapsulates the man you love. I hope it inspires you to hear your dad, husband, brother, and friend speak and be so thankful for you. He loves you.

In my line of work, I get the privilege of meeting so many people who inspire and motivate the world. Billy may very well be at the top of the list. 

Billy Aiton, I love you and am grateful I got this distinct opportunity to sit down with a friend and have a conversation far beyond us both. Let's keep Fighting, my brother! 

We Love you, Billy…

The LaLanne last name is not just famous in the fitness world, but everywhere else too if you were around in 1951 to the 80s. We've probably all heard about Jack LaLanne, the health and exercise expert a.k.a the Godfather of fitness. The one member of his family that followed in his footsteps was his nephew, Chris LaLanne. 

Chris was always into sports, but chose a different route with his competitive nature. He found success in bodybuilding and helping those he cares about get strong. He got a degree in Kinesiology from San Diego State and became a mastermind in fitness. Then, in 2006, he discovered CrossFit and never looked back. 

One of the main things Chris teaches is how to be fit between the ears. He systematically walks his clients through changing their life by how they think. Once that's in motion, physical peace follows. A key ingredient to his program is fasting and letting the body heal. This IS a major part of the definition of being "physically fit." 

Chris LaLanne's got an awesome presentation and can help you live your best life. He's been at it for 30 years and knows all the tricks on how to lead yourself. In this episode, let Chris' story help you start taking charge of your life. "Let's get you a custom plan to crush it mentally!"

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Business owner, father of 3, breath work instructor, wellness coach, MMA fighter are just a few of the titles you can give to Jesse Moreng. But what makes him special is his ability to put all of those together, the experience, knowledge, and passion into helping you. He wants you to be the best you can be and has a platform to help you get there.

He's a passionate advocate for natural health methods. The struggles of his loved ones and community inspired him to help them find their inner strength and improve their well-being. This journey of helping others led him to starting one of Phoenix's premiere wellness centers, Optimyze. 

As stated above, Jesse has a sports background in wrestling, boxing, and mixed martial arts. He still practices martial arts, yoga, and breathwork and has been doing yoga since 2001. In 2017, he became a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, which combines breathing techniques, cold exposure, and mindset training for improved health and resilience. Jesse enjoys sharing his knowledge of breathing practices (breathwerx.com). He's a certified Wim Hof and Buteyko Method instructor, a health coach, and a Functional Patterns Human Foundation instructor. 

He wants you better, whole. It's the whole reason he does what he does. As you listen to his story, begin to listen to your heart on what YOUR next move is in becoming the best version of yourself. And if you need some help, he's here. 

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