In Episode 32 of Mental, host Corey Schonhorst sits down with Adam McChesney, CEO & Founder of Builders of Authority, to unpack his inspiring journey from medical device sales to building and losing a multi-million dollar agency — and how he rebuilt it with clarity, humility, and purpose.

🔥 They dive into:

Building a business from scratch

The dark side of shiny object syndrome

Balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship

Losing everything — and finding your purpose

Why authority isn't built overnight

Leading with transparency and alignment

Emotional growth and personal accountability

Adam gets real about the mistakes that nearly broke him and the systems, mindset, and team that helped him rise again. This is a must-watch episode for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone facing the grind of reinvention.

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Whether you’re selling records or hot dogs, your network matters. Steve Ewing talks about how leaning on people helped him thrive through doubt, grind, and growth.

🧠 “Get the right team. Then lean on them.”

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Forget shortcuts. Steve Ewing built two powerhouse careers — rock frontman AND restaurant owner — with one simple mindset: stay consistent.

🔥 “The only life hack that works? Steady grind over time.”

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Steve Ewing — frontman of The Urge and founder of Steve’s Hot Dogs — shares how fatherhood shaped his life more than fame, music, or business. In this clip from Mental, he opens up about being “just Dad” at home, even when the world knows his name.

👨‍👧 “I’m not on when I’m with her. I’m just Dad. And that’s the best.”

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From MTV to mustard, music to mouthwatering hotdogs — Steve Ewing does it all.

In this episode of Mental, host Corey Schonhorst sits down with Steve Ewing, frontman of legendary STL band The Urge and founder of Steve’s Hot Dogs, for a raw and inspiring talk on creativity, persistence, and building legacy in both music and food.

🎶 Learn how The Urge:

Sold over 70,000 records before signing a label

Opened for Public Enemy, Fishbone, and more

Created the official St. Louis Blues goal song still played every home game since the 2019 Stanley Cup win

🌭 Discover how Steve:

Brought street food culture to STL before food trucks were a thing

Built Steve’s Hot Dogs into a stadium staple now featured at CITYPARK, Enterprise Center, and The Dome

Stayed true to his roots while expanding his business and raising a daughter

🧠 Plus: The power of community, gym discipline, fatherhood, Star Wars, and what it really takes to keep grinding through the highs and lows.

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“Always surround yourself in a positive atmosphere around positive people.”

Sean Hall shares the motto that grounds his mindset and daily habits. 🔁

👥 Who you hang out with affects how you think, feel, and live. So why not build your world with light?

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What if the secret to happiness is... choosing it? Sean Hall breaks down the shift that changed his life: waking up and asking, “Why not be happy right now?”

🙏 Gratitude. Positivity. Peace. All begin with one decision.

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In a world filled with negativity, Sean Hall reminds us: you have a choice. In this clip from Mental with Corey Schonhorst, Sean shares how staying positive—even on hard days—can shift your entire reality. 💡

🔥 “You can’t control everything—but you can control how you show up.”

🧠 For more real conversations about healing, co-parenting, and choosing joy, watch the full episode on Mental.

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In this powerful episode of Mental, host Corey Schonhorst sits down with actor, model, and positivity ambassador Sean Hall to explore how choosing a positive mindset transformed his life. From navigating divorce and co-parenting with grace to launching his uplifting video series and building a legacy for his son Titan, Sean brings real talk and contagious optimism.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

How positivity starts with a choice—and a habit

Creating boundaries rooted in self-worth and respect

Navigating divorce without bitterness, and raising a son with love and intention

Using humor, authenticity, and daily reflection to fight negativity

The origin of Sean’s catchphrase: “Always surround yourself in a positive atmosphere around positive people”

🎧 Plus, hear the hilarious behind-the-scenes of their idea for a train-themed comedy wellness experience, why Sean doesn't drink past 10pm, and the story of Corey being too old to go out at 9pm. 😂

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“This was the moment I knew… my plan had nothing to do with it.”

Pastor Trevor Barnes Jr. shares the emotional turning point that revealed his true calling—and how surrendering control opened the door to divine purpose.

This short but powerful reel from MENTAL Ep. 29 will speak to anyone who’s ever wrestled with uncertainty, ego, or faith.

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