“Every setback is a setup for impact.”

In Episode 44 of Men Pursuing More, Turnar Kist takes us on a powerful journey from growing up in Winnipeg, Canada, to becoming a teacher and coach in Minnesota. Turnar reflects on the lessons learned attending Catholic and prep schools, volunteering at a young age, and balancing his love for hockey and basketball—though he didn’t play them at the varsity level, he found his stride on the football field in both high school and college. Inspired by his older brother, Turnar pursued football at the University of Mary in Bismarck, where he majored in Social Studies and minored in Special Education, setting the stage for his calling as a teacher and coach. His path has included overcoming concussions, a serious accident, hard career choices, and most recently, a battle with cancer alongside his father’s stage 4 fight. Today, as a football and lacrosse coach and a special education teacher, Turnar is living out resilience, pouring into students, athletes, and families while staying committed to his own growth. This is a story of grit, faith, and finishing strong no matter the obstacles.

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Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS

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“Stronger minds. Stronger bodies. Stronger men—because health is where finishing strong begins.”

Every first Tuesday of the month, Men Pursuing More takes a deep dive into men’s health because finishing strong starts with showing up for yourself. In this recurring series, Episode 43 of Men Pursuing More, Roger Maupin and Guest Pat Woodcock tackle the real issues men face—burnout, slowing metabolism, hormone health, fitness, nutrition, and the discipline it takes to keep going. This is where men get practical steps, real stories, and the push they need to take ownership of their health. It’s not about perfection, it’s about intention.

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“Real talk on women’s health—insight for her, understanding for him. The best gift a man can give is understanding—start here.”

This special episode of the Men Pursuing MorePodcast, hosted by Roger Maupin, shines a spotlight on an essential theme—Women’s Health. Released on the final Tuesday of every month, these conversations are designed not only for women seeking practical steps to improve their health, but also for the men who love and support them. In this episode, Men Pursuing More we welcome Major Chumley III, Kendra Whittlef, and Sarah Marchio for a powerful discussion that blends expertise with personal insight. Together, they unpack the real challenges women face—frustrations with weight management, the impact of metabolism and hormones, navigating menopause and post-menopause, and building routines for better rest and recovery. Honest, practical, and encouraging, this conversation equips men to better understand the women in their lives—whether it’s a wife, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, or co-worker—while inspiring women to take confident steps in their own health journey. Don’t miss this engaging and educational episode created to help both men and women learn, grow, and continue to pursue more.

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Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS

Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

“From small-town roots to building a financial legacy—Craig Volk’s story is a blueprint for resilience, growth, and faith-driven success.”

In this inspiring episode 41 of Men Pursuing More, Craig Volk shares a powerful journey rooted in resilience, faith, and purposeful living. From his early years in Mason City, Iowa, to the life-changing move to New Hampton following the loss of his father, Craig opens up about how small-town values, impactful mentors, and championship moments on the basketball court shaped his character. A state title his senior year remains one of his favorite memories, along with his deep love for sports.  Craig reflects on his college path, starting at the University of Iowa and transferring to Waldorf before finishing at UNI, navigating the challenges and breakthroughs that defined his early adult life. His transition into the financial industry led him to Northwestern Mutual, and eventually to founding Stone Arch Advisory in 2021—marking 25 years with major achievements and lessons learned. Craig unpacks the role of mentorship, the importance of relationships, and the advice that helped shape his success. From personal loss to professional triumph, this conversation highlights the growth that comes from adversity, wise counsel, and surrounding yourself with people who pour into you.

https://www.stonearchadvisorygroup.com/index.htm

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"A Creative mind. A Faithful heart. A Story still being Written."

In this inspiring episode 40 of Men Pursuing More, we sit down with Billy Weems Jr.—creative director, photographer, musician, and CEO of Kingdom Kontent—for a powerful conversation about creativity, calling, and perseverance. Growing up in Grand Prairie, Texas, Billy shares the early influences that shaped his path—sports, theater, talent shows, and his time performing with a step team. He opens up about becoming a father at a young age, the rise and fall of his R&B group, and the personal challenges that came with it. Billy shares how MySpace opened unexpected doors to a world of music, photography, and design, eventually leading to a bold leap into entrepreneurship—building brands, video content, and a creative business rooted in purpose. He reflects on writing music, navigating setbacks in his businesses, and how his faith in God has been the anchor through it all. This is a story of hustle, healing, and hope—reminding every listener that purpose doesn’t come without pressure, but God never wastes the process.

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https://www.instagram.com/mrtaelove/

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Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

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“Survivor. Warrior. Faith in Action.”

In episode 38 of Men Pursuing More, we sit down with Mitchell Kieffer, a retired U.S. Air Force Captain, Purple Heart recipient, and two-time Ultimate Champion of the Warrior Games. After surviving a devastating IED blast and battling traumatic brain injury and 10 broken vertebrates, Mitchell went on to compete in the Invictus Games and was Coach/Captain of the All-Air Force Triathlon Team while also overcoming stage 4 melanoma cancer. Through every challenge, he credits God’s divine intervention for guiding his path, strengthening his faith, and giving him the resilience to keep fighting.

Now, as the CEO of Business Leaders Quick Reaction Force LLC, Mitchell is dedicated to helping veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses succeed. His journey has been featured on ESPN, Fox & Friends, and across multiple national platforms, inspiring others through his testimony of perseverance, faith, and purpose. Speaking on prestigious stages such as the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Air Force Memorial, and Army vs. Air Force football games, Mitchell shares how God’s plan, an unshakable mindset, and a warrior’s spirit have shaped his journey of triumph through resiliency.

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"Wounded in War, Strengthened by Brotherhood"

In this powerful episode of Men Pursuing More, we sit down with U.S. Air Force veteran Chris Aguilera to hear his remarkable journey from growing up in El Paso to surviving a helicopter crash in 2010 that left him in a medically induced coma. Chris opens up about the challenges he faced during multiple deployments, his long recovery that included over 30 surgeries, and learning to live with a prosthetic leg. He shares his battles with PTSD, his determination to remain in the military despite a dead foot, and how he found purpose again through running a half marathon, competing in the Warrior and Invictus Games, and working with Homes for Our Troops. Chris’s story is one of resilience, grit, and refusing to let adversity define him. Tune in to be inspired by a warrior who never stopped pursuing more.

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Len opens up about his two deployments to Afghanistan and the tragic 2012 patrol that changed his life, leading to more than 50 surgeries and the use of a prosthetic arm. He shares how adaptive sports like the Warrior Games and Invictus Games helped him find new strength and purpose through competition and training. 

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“A wounded warrior’s road to healing and helping others”

In this powerful episode 35 of Men Pursuing More, we sit down with wounded combat veteran Steve Otero, whose journey from Houston, Texas, to the frontlines of war, and back again, is marked by grit, faith, healing, and purpose. Steve opens up about his early life in Houston—navigating the challenges of his parents’ divorce, finding peace in camping trips, and even running away during a difficult season. His decision to enlist after high school led him into the unique role of a combat photographer in the U.S. Air Force, where he was embedded with combat units and captured powerful images under fire during deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Steve shares raw insight into his battles with PTSD, the breakthrough moments in treatment, and the physical challenges he faced.  Now a podcast host himself, Steve uses his voice and story to empower others battling invisible wounds and striving for growth. This episode is a testament to redemption, resilience, and the journey of becoming more.

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https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com/

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Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS

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