Midlife Male by Greg Scheinman

John Livesay is a keynote speaker who specializes in helping sales teams tell better stories and win more sales. Known as the Pitch Whisperer, John has had a long and successful career in sales, but he’s also experienced his share of setbacks and disappointments along the way. After weathering the 2008 recession and adapting to the demands of the digital revolution, John gave a TEDx talk entitled Be The Lifeguard of Your Own Life, which has garnered more than a million views. He's also the author of Better Selling Through Storytelling and The Sale Is in the Tale; 5 Storytelling Secrets to Keep From Drowning in a Sea of Sameness.

This is a re-air of episode 191 with Jacob Zemer, which was originally released June 26th, 2022. Jacob Zemer is a weight loss specialist, high-performance coach, and public speaker who helps ex-athletes, business executives, and men like you and me look, feel, and perform better. Last year, Jacob’s highly effective, no-nonsense approach to diet and training helped over 200 people lose 20 pounds. His advice is sought after by celebrities and media outlets, and he currently works with and trains Brian Mazza, the founder of High-Performance Lifestyle Training.

This is a re-air of episode 184 with Ryan Duey, which was originally released May 1st, 2022. Ryan Duey is the co-founder of Plunge, a health and wellness company based in Sacramento that creates affordable, stylish, and easy-to-use cold plunges. Plunge was founded in 2020 at the height of the Covid pandemic when Ryan and his business partner found themselves with unexpected time on their hands and a shared interest in creating an ice bath that would make it easier and more enjoyable for people to plunge at home. The company’s mission is to make cold plunging as common as coffee and to spread the word about the incredible health benefits of cold therapy.

Ray Cash Care is a Navy SEAL veteran and a physical fitness and mindset coach who teaches men, boys, and businesses how to perform at their optimal level. Ray is the lead instructor at the MDK (Modern Day Knight) Project, a co-founder of the Squire Program and the LTD Project, and an MC for the Uncommon Grit Foundation, which raises funds for the families of fallen Navy SEALS.

Bryan Gillette is an executive coach, the founder of Summitting Group, and the author of EPIC Performance: Lessons from 100 Executives and Endurance Athletes on Reaching Your Peak. As a leadership consultant, Bryan helps companies, teams, and individuals reach their peak by optimizing their performance. He also believes in pushing his own boundaries, so in the last few years, he’s ridden his bike across the U.S., run 200 miles around Lake Tahoe, and traveled the world with his wife and family. 

Justin Roethlingshoefer is a performance coach, podcast host, and entrepreneur. He’s also a former hockey player who worked for many years as a coach in the National Hockey League. In 2019, Justin and his wife, Alyse, founded Own It Coaching, and they offer personalized programs and wellness retreats designed to help people bring more structure, accountability, and success into their lives.

Alan Ying is a devoted husband and father and the co-author of The Risk Paradox: Life Lessons from 102 Amazing Risk-Takers. Before embarking on his entrepreneurial journey, Alan studied for a BA in philosophy and trained as a doctor. As a successful serial entrepreneur, he’s a seasoned risk-taker who believes that taking a risk is the least risky thing you can do to live a fulfilling life.

At the age of 28, Sebastian Terry decided to write a list of a hundred things he wanted to do in his life. Since then, he has dedicated his time to working his way through that list and helping others achieve their goals. Sebastian’s story has been featured in an ESPN documentary, and he continues to motivate and inspire through his courses, keynote speeches, and best-selling book 100 Things; What’s on Your List? 

Jeff Mahin is a chef, a restaurant owner, and the co-founder of Split Nutrition, which produces delicious nut butter and fruit jelly snacks. Jeff is also a keen cyclist, a judge on the Cooking Channel’s Sugar Showdown, and a curious-minded lifelong learner who believes in the inherent goodness of humanity.

Teddi Dean grew up immersed in Southern California’s surf and skateboard culture. As a teenager, he toured the country with the Vans skateboard team and became part of the legendary Powell and Peralta Bones Brigade. Later, Teddi branched into film-making,  and although he struggled with alcohol addiction and anxiety along the way, he found contentment in the teachings of the Buddha and the practice of meditation. Today, Teddi is a respected yoga and meditation teacher who leads classes in mindfulness and meditation at the Modern Elder Academy in Baja.