Dead Bedroom Fixes and Broken Marriages | Ralph Brewer #social333podcast #81

In this candid and raw episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Ralph Brewer, a leading expert on relationship dynamics, intimacy, and communication. Ralph shares deep insights into how couples can overcome common obstacles in their relationships, particularly in the often taboo area of intimacy and the "dead bedroom."

Ralph breaks down why so many marriages face intimacy issues, how neglecting emotional and physical needs leads to bigger relational problems, and what couples can do to reignite the spark in their relationship. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to strengthen their connection, communicate more effectively with their partner, and build a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

✅ How intimacy problems affect marriages and relationships

✅ The biggest reasons marriages suffer from the “dead bedroom”

✅ Practical solutions to reignite intimacy and passion in a relationship

✅ How to communicate about intimacy without shame or blame

✅ Ralph’s advice for couples facing emotional or physical disconnection

✅ Breaking the silence: overcoming fear and shame around intimacy

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Ralph Brewer

00:27 – The Help Brotherhood and Ralph’s books

01:00 – Ralph’s story: divorce, betrayal, and starting over

02:30 – Sexless marriages: causes, myths, and reality

07:40 – The temptation of infidelity and modern challenges

09:53 – Why marriage is not the “end all, be all” solution

12:16 – The importance of therapy and breaking the stigma for men

14:55 – Changing perspectives on addiction and emotional support

18:03 – The impact of tribalism and religion on modern relationships

20:58 – The reality of lasting relationships: commitment and weathering storms

22:22 – The search for the “perfect” partner and unhealthy expectations

23:12 – Ralph’s support group and how it helps men overcome struggles

25:00 – Where to find Ralph Brewer

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Smartcups Printed Technology and Winning Food Stars | Chris Kanik #social333podcast #80

In this fascinating episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Chris Kanik, the innovative founder of Smartcups and a winner on Food Network’s Food Stars. Chris shares the story behind one of the most disruptive packaging technologies in the food and beverage industry — a patented printed technology that changes how products are stored, transported, and consumed.

From early invention and setbacks to landing on national television and scaling a physical product brand, Chris breaks down what it really takes to innovate in a crowded consumer market. This conversation dives deep into entrepreneurship, product development, branding, licensing, and the realities of bringing a physical product to market.

Whether you’re an inventor, entrepreneur, brand builder, or simply curious how breakthrough ideas become real businesses, this episode offers rare insight into innovation at scale.

✅ The story behind Smartcups and printed hydration technology

✅ How printed tech is changing food and beverage packaging

✅ What it takes to build and protect a patented product

✅ Lessons from winning Food Network’s Food Stars

✅ The challenges of manufacturing, scaling, and distribution

✅ Advice for inventors and consumer product entrepreneurs

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Chris Kanik

02:04 – Early fascination with science and experimentation

06:33 – Blowing things up and curiosity-driven learning

06:57 – What Smartcups does and who the product is for

07:46 – Raising capital and automating the business

09:15 – Why Smartcups could change access in third-world countries

10:31 – Interest from the military and government use cases

10:58 – Winning Food Stars and working with Gordon Ramsay

12:12 – Gordon Ramsay off-camera vs on-camera

14:55 – The dark side of fame and sudden visibility

18:33 – Dealing with strangers, money requests, and attention

19:40 – Meeting Mike Tyson and celebrity encounters

23:40 – TIME Best Invention recognition and company momentum

24:43 – What Chris would change to reach success faster

26:10 – Where to find Chris Kanik

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Wrongful-Death and Catastrophic-Injury Cases | Rusty Reynolds #social333podcast #79

In this powerful and informative episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Rusty Reynolds, a nationally recognized trial attorney who specializes in wrongful-death and catastrophic-injury cases. Rusty shares what really happens behind the scenes of high-stakes litigation, how families are impacted after life-altering accidents, and why accountability matters when negligence changes lives forever.

From tragic loss to complex injury cases, Rusty explains how these cases are built, what victims and families should know before taking legal action, and the biggest misconceptions people have about personal injury law. This episode offers clarity, education, and real-world insight into a system most people only encounter during the worst moments of their lives.

Whether you’re a legal professional, business owner, or someone seeking to better understand your rights, this conversation delivers practical knowledge and hard-earned perspective.

✅ What qualifies as a wrongful-death or catastrophic-injury case

✅ How these cases are investigated and litigated

✅ The emotional and legal realities families face after tragedy

✅ Common myths about personal injury and trial lawyers

✅ Why accountability and justice matter in civil cases

✅ Rusty’s experience handling complex, high-impact litigation

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Rusty Reynolds

01:11 – What qualifies as catastrophic injury, malpractice, and wrongful death cases

02:49 – Real examples of high-impact cases Rusty has handled

07:07 – Video evidence, elder abuse, and nursing home accountability

09:53 – When medical outcomes cross the line into wrongful death

12:48 – Medical malpractice explained: when a bad surgery becomes a case

15:10 – Truck collisions, liability, and separating facts from fear-based narratives

16:59 – Settlement trends vs long courtroom battles

19:04 – Practical advice for patients, families, and hospital safety

23:10 – Hospital technology, monitoring systems, and patient protection

24:09 – Allergies, exposure, and quality-of-care issues in facilities

25:27 – Lessons from 25 years of trial law: what Rusty would do differently

28:54 – Where to find Rusty Reynolds

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Why Do So Many Salespeople Suck and How Can They Improve? | Benjamin Dennehy #social333podcast #78

In this brutally honest and refreshingly direct episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Benjamin Dennehy, famously known as The UK’s Most Hated Sales Trainer. Benjamin exposes why most salespeople fail, why they struggle to close, and why traditional sales tactics simply don’t work anymore.

With a mix of humor, candor, and uncomfortable truth, Benjamin breaks down the psychology behind selling, the mistakes nearly every salesperson makes, and the simple mindset shift that can completely transform your results. Whether you're in real estate, high-ticket sales, SaaS, or any commission-driven industry, this episode is a masterclass in selling the right way — without gimmicks, pressure, or cheesy scripts.

If you want to understand human behavior, improve your closing rate, or stop sounding like every other salesperson out there, this conversation will change how you sell forever.

✅ Why most salespeople actually suck

✅ The mindset shift that instantly improves your sales performance

✅ How to ask better questions that reveal the real problem

✅ Why pressure and “convincing” kills deals

✅ How to make prospects chase you

✅ The difference between amateurs and true sales professionals

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Benjamin Dennehy

00:33 – Being “the most hated sales trainer”

02:14 – The biggest problems Benjamin sees in salespeople

07:17 – “They’re not interested” — misunderstanding buyer signals

09:46 – Why one-legged appointments fail & lessons from insurance sales

12:09 – Sales is a craft: tonality, pacing, and mastering the fundamentals

14:22 – Ego: the silent killer of sales performance

15:52 – Handling rejection without taking it personally

17:52 – Two years with zero deals: avoiding the “no-prospecting” trap

20:00 – Benjamin’s top advice for anyone entering sales

21:49 – Why every salesperson needs speech therapy

25:39 – Thoughts on today’s sales gurus and high-ticket trainers

28:15 – How new salespeople should actually learn: books, tapes, or seminars?

32:17 – Stop trying to be friends with prospects

35:07 – Why buyers are interested (and how to confirm it)

37:29 – Where to find Benjamin Dennehy

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Military Veterans Living Their Best Life Aboard | John H. Davis #social333podcast #77

In this inspiring episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with John H. Davis, a U.S. military veteran who is now helping other veterans create a life of freedom, adventure, and fulfillment aboard whether that means traveling the world, working remotely, or building a new purpose after service.

John shares his powerful personal journey, including the challenges of transitioning out of the military, the mental and emotional toll many veterans face, and how he discovered a lifestyle that brought him peace, purpose, and joy. Now, he’s dedicating his life to helping other veterans do the same through coaching, community, and real-world resources.

This episode is a must-listen for veterans, active-duty service members preparing for transition, or anyone who wants a deeper understanding of what life after service can look like.

✅ John’s journey from military service to global freedom lifestyle

✅ The challenges veterans face after leaving the military

✅ How to find purpose, meaning, and direction post-service

✅ Traveling, working, and living abroad as a veteran

✅ The mindset shift needed to build a fulfilling second life

✅ How John helps veterans reinvent themselves through community & mentorship

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet John H. Davis

02:58 – PTSD, suffering in silence & how veterans cope

07:04 – John’s books and using writing to help others heal

08:13 – Veterans in Paradise: helping vets rebuild their lives abroad

12:51 – Can veterans live abroad full-time? Residency & return rules

16:10 – John’s favorite countries for veterans abroad

17:00 – The reality of third-world living vs. the U.S. lifestyle

18:55 – Safety abroad: security, tattoos & unexpected cultural moments

19:45 – Gratitude learned from living outside the U.S.

21:49 – Where to learn more about Veterans in Paradise & John’s books

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Holonomics and Maxing Out Your Energy | Kyle Anthony Trautmann #social333podcast #76

In this energizing and perspective-shifting episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Kyle Anthony Trautmann, a performance strategist and expert in holonomics a framework for maximizing your energy, productivity, and overall human potential. Kyle breaks down how your environment, thoughts, physical routines, and internal systems all interact to shape the results you produce in life and business.

From optimizing brain and body function to understanding the deeper mechanics of personal energy, Kyle shares powerful tools you can apply immediately to improve focus, decision-making, and performance. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, athlete, or anyone looking to operate at their highest level, this episode delivers a blueprint for unlocking your full potential.

✅ What holonomics really means and how it works

✅ How your energy system determines your success

✅ Practical tools for maximizing cognitive and physical performance

✅ How to improve discipline, consistency, and daily execution

✅ The science behind focus, burnout, recovery, and optimization

✅ Kyle’s routines, frameworks, and lessons from working with high performers

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Kyle Anthony Trautmann

00:29 – What Kyle’s company actually does

02:28 – Kyle’s overdose experience and what happened afterward

04:00 – Near-death clarity, spirituality, and why it didn’t stop him

07:00 – How his past shaped the creation of his company & mindset

10:10 – Heightened senses, intuition, and post-trauma awareness

12:15 – What Kyle offers high-performers, CEOs, and top salespeople

14:51 – Evaluating energy, drive, and ambition: how the process works

17:44 – The Steve Jobs principle of three daily priorities

20:29 – Where to find Kyle Anthony Trautmann

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School Choice and Educational Reform | Corey DeAngelis #social333podcast #75

In this bold and thought-provoking episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Corey DeAngelis, one of the nation’s leading voices on school choice, educational freedom, and parental rights. Corey breaks down why the education system is failing families, how public school monopolies formed, and why giving parents the freedom to choose their child’s school is transforming the future of education in America.

From funding students instead of systems to exposing powerful teachers’ unions, Corey explains the real issues behind declining academic performance — and what reforms are actually working. Whether you’re a parent, educator, policymaker, or simply someone who cares about the future of kids in this country, this episode delivers clarity, facts, and unapologetic truth.

✅ Why school choice is gaining momentum nationwide

✅ How teachers’ unions gained power — and why families are pushing back

✅ The real reason public education outcomes have declined

✅ Funding students vs. funding systems — what it means

✅ The rise of charter schools, homeschooling, and micro-schools

✅ How families can take control of their child’s education

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Corey DeAngelis

05:17 – Do school funds follow the student? How ISD funding really works

07:35 – The role of teachers’ unions and why they oppose school choice

11:43 – Homeschooling: pros, cons, discipline, and socialization

20:08 – Growing up in different school environments: how ZIP codes shape outcomes

22:38 – Public vs private school opportunities and the power of networks

28:05 – Where to find Corey DeAngelis

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From Retail Shopping Malls to First-to-Market Brands | Ward Kampf #social333podcast #74

In this exciting episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Ward Kampf, a powerhouse in commercial real estate and the president of Northwood Retail—one of the top retail development and leasing firms in the country. Ward shares decades of insight into how shopping malls transformed over time, how major brands choose where to open their stores, and what it takes to bring first-to-market concepts into booming markets.

From national retail strategy to understanding consumer behavior, Ward breaks down the game behind the scenes—how brands expand, how deals are made, and why certain retailers dominate while others disappear. Whether you’re in real estate, retail, entrepreneurship, or just curious how big brands operate, this episode delivers rare industry knowledge you won’t hear anywhere else.

✅ How shopping malls evolved and what replaced them

✅ How major brands choose new markets and locations

✅ What “first-to-market” really means in retail

✅ How retail developers think when doing deals

✅ Why some brands explode in growth while others fail

✅ Ward’s advice for entrepreneurs breaking into retail

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Ward Kampf

00:45 – How Ward got into shopping centers and retail real estate

01:52 – Early career journey and off-air backstory

03:00 – Retail mistakes and lessons from leasing & development

04:51 – Leadership roles at major brands and what they taught him

06:16 – The shift in malls, declining traffic & changing consumer behavior

09:20 – Luxury VIP events and how retailers attract premium customers

11:42 – Retailers losing identity by chasing trends outside their niche

14:00 – Understanding different markets while flying 300+ days a year

15:15 – The future of retail: influencers, VIP events & new engagement strategies

16:20 – Ward’s Telly Award and his podcast “Backstory & Beyond”

19:00 – Ward’s legacy and what he envisions for the future of retail

20:25 – If Ward could fix one thing in his business journey

21:20 – Where to find Ward Kampf

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From Being Shot-Point Blank to Developing Men to Walk with God | Carlton Young #social333podcast #73

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Carlton Young, a man whose life story is nothing short of miraculous. From being shot at point-blank range to transforming his pain into purpose, Carlton opens up about the journey that led him to become a mentor, leader, and developer of men who want to walk with God.

Carlton shares the moments that changed his life forever, the mindset shifts that pulled him out of darkness, and the faith that helped him rebuild everything from the inside out. Whether you’re struggling with direction, searching for meaning, or looking to strengthen your spiritual walk, this conversation is packed with raw truth, redemption, and encouragement.

✅ Carlton’s near-death experience and the miracle of survival

✅ How trauma shaped his mission to lead men spiritually

✅ The importance of accountability, discipline, and brotherhood

✅ What it really means to walk with God in everyday life

✅ How men can step into purpose, identity, and leadership

✅ Carlton’s message for anyone feeling lost or disconnected

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Carlton Young

02:24 – The gunshot story: what really happened

07:19 – Seeing people’s true intentions during deep pain

10:12 – Letting go, surrendering control & letting God drive

16:05 – The AIM framework & Mindset U explained

18:52 – Why men need brotherhood, hobbies & positive male spaces

24:27 – Overcoming hidden struggles through community and vulnerability

27:31 – How simple check-ins save lives: lifting men out of dark places

29:13 – Where to find Carlton Young

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Using Your Whole Life Insurance to Purchase Other Investments | Devin Burr #social333podcast #72

In this eye-opening episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Devin Burr, widely known as “The Infinite Banking Guy,” to break down how the wealthy use whole life insurance as a powerful tool to build wealth, buy assets, and create generational financial stability. Devin reveals how regular people can use the same strategies to fund real estate deals, pay off debt, invest faster, and stop letting banks control their money.

If you’ve ever wondered how the rich borrow against their policies to grow their portfolios—or whether infinite banking is a smart strategy for you—this episode answers it all in simple, practical terms.

✅ How whole life insurance can become your personal bank

✅ Using policy loans to invest in real estate & other assets

✅ The biggest myths about whole life policies

✅ Why banks use this strategy—and how you can too

✅ How to start infinite banking even if you’re a beginner

✅ Devin Burr’s personal story of building wealth with this method

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Devin Burr

02:07 – What is infinite banking and how does it work?

04:29 – How W-2 employees can start building real wealth

06:50 – Lifestyle creep vs building long-term financial freedom

09:53 – Rockefeller, trusts, and how generational wealth is built

11:43 – The biggest mistakes people make with life insurance

13:10 – Working with real estate investors and large-scale policies

16:12 – “I should've bought a policy” — avoiding financial regret

22:25 – Where to find Devin Burr

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