Strong Masculine Men Are Being Punished in Today's World | Travis Ala #social333podcast #29

In this raw and real episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Travis Ala, a Marine veteran, SWAT team leader, entrepreneur, and coach for men, to discuss the modern challenges of masculinity. 💪🔥

Travis shares his life experience—from combat and law enforcement to fatherhood and faith—and unpacks how strong men are often misunderstood, shamed, or isolated in today’s culture. This episode dives deep into mental health, trauma, brotherhood, relationships, and what it truly means to lead with strength and integrity.

✅ Why strong men are becoming socially isolated

✅ How therapy, faith, and accountability shift your life

✅ The loneliness of success & the lack of brotherhood

✅ The false narrative around masculinity and narcissism

✅ Comfort culture, vices, and healing

✅ Real talk about addiction, trauma, and breakthrough

📺 This is a must-watch for men who want to rise above the noise and lead with purpose.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Travis Ala

05:20 – Foundation, Faith & Brotherhood

11:35 – Addiction, Trauma & the Need for Accountability

15:35 – Masculinity vs. Modern Relationship Narratives

21:12 – Comfort Culture & the Trap for Men

23:23 – Gaslighting, Dating Labels & Social Trends

27:28 – Breakthroughs, Self-Love & Healing Steps

33:25 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Travis

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Hard Money Real Estate Investment Loans | Toby Potter #social333podcast #28

In this insightful episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley chats with Toby Potter, a real estate investor with deep knowledge of hard money lending, to unpack how alternative real estate financing actually works. 💸🏠

Toby opens up about the 2008 financial crash, his journey through rock-bottom recovery, and how he used creative funding solutions to rebuild and scale. Whether you’re a new investor or trying to fund your next flip, this episode breaks down the math, the mindset, and the real risks of hard money loans.

✅ What really happened during the 2008 crash

✅ How to navigate risk in today’s market

✅ The mindset behind walking away from bad deals

✅ Real-life property horror stories (and wins!)

✅ What holds most people back from investing

✅ And how to spot opportunities others miss

📺 Get ready for real talk about real estate—no fluff, just deals, mindset, and money.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Toby Potter

03:00 – Surviving the 2008 Crash & Starting Over

05:00 – How the Market Looked After 2009

10:15 – Deal Mindset & Knowing When to Walk Away

14:00 – Lessons from Real Investors’ Mistakes

16:05 – Worst Deal vs. Best Deal

22:10 – What’s Holding People Back from Investing

24:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Toby

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Becoming a Pitch Champion | Chris Westfall #social333podcast #27

In this high-energy episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley flips the script and shares his personal journey—from crashing college English classes hungover to landing jobs through sheer confidence and clarity.🔥💼

If you’ve ever doubted your ability to speak with impact, sell yourself authentically, or communicate under pressure, this episode is your wake-up call. Chris breaks down the real difference between being persuasive and being needy, and how mastering your pitch isn’t about hype—it’s about certainty.

✅ What public speaking classes won’t teach you

✅ Why showing up is half the battle (and how it got Chris passed in college)

✅ How to speak clearly and confidently—without sounding desperate

✅ The mindset shift that landed Chris a job when he had $20K in debt

✅ Why fear of public speaking is overrated—and how to beat it

📺 Whether you're pitching investors, speaking at a company meeting, or just trying to articulate your value in everyday life—this episode is a masterclass in conviction.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Chris opens up about pitch coaching and Shark Tank prep

09:45 – Writing, ghostwriting, and building brand authority

15:55 – The evolution of public speaking and common mistakes

19:34 – Overcoming fear and anxiety around speaking

25:25 – Persuasion vs. neediness in your pitch

27:45 – The power of certainty and a life-changing classroom story

33:00 – Landing a job with pure confidence when everything was on the line

39:22 – Final thoughts & Where to Find Chris

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Breaking Through Mental Barriers | Dr. Stan Harris #social333podcast #26

In this powerful episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with none other than Dr. Stan Harris—a.k.a. Dr. Breakthrough—to explore how to push past mental limitations and step into your full potential. 💥🧠

Dr. Stan’s story is one of resilience, faith, and relentless drive. From surviving trauma to becoming a world-class martial artist, bestselling author, and speaker, he’s helped countless individuals overcome fear, doubt, and burnout with mindset and purpose.

This isn’t just motivation—it’s a masterclass in mental strength, entrepreneurship, and breakthrough thinking.

✅ What fuels real entrepreneurial drive

✅ Keys to building a strong sales team

✅ How to avoid burnout and stay aligned

✅ The hidden power of discipline and rest

✅ Fear as a motivator or paralyzer—and how to beat it

📺 If you feel stuck, tired, or uninspired, this episode will shake you awake and get you moving forward again.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Dr. Stan Harris

02:00 – Why Dr. Stan Became an Entrepreneur

07:32 – How to Build a Big Team Fast (Book Insights)

13:05 – Burnout, Boundaries & Entrepreneur Habits

22:24 – How Fear Holds People Back

32:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Stan

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Strengths-Based Leadership | Kevin Kepple #social333podcast #25

In this high-impact episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Kevin Kepple, a certified Gallup strengths coach and leadership expert, to dive into what real leadership looks like in 2025—and how it starts with understanding your strengths. 💼🔥

Kevin explains how companies and individuals often fail not because of lack of effort, but because of misalignment between roles, identity, and leadership style. If you’re a team leader, business owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is your blueprint for authentic leadership and high performance.

✅ The biggest mistakes companies make when choosing leaders

✅ What burnout really signals about your team

✅ How strengths-based coaching builds confidence

✅ The myth of “duplicating yourself” in business

✅ Leadership frameworks that actually work in today’s world

📺 Whether you’re growing a business, managing a team, or leading yourself—this episode is a game-changer.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Kevin Kepple

01:46 – How Corporate Clients Bring Kevin In

03:21 – Common Corporate Leadership Problems

05:50 – Leadership Mistakes & Culture Gaps

08:40 – Internal Competition & Organizational Friction

12:03 – Burnout and Disengagement

15:48 – Finding Your Why in Business

18:20 – Leadership Myths and Misconceptions

21:20 – You Can’t Duplicate Yourself

22:50 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Kevin

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Turning a Crisis into an Opportunity | Ron Holloway #social333podcast #24

In this powerful episode, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Ron Holloway, entrepreneur and author, to unpack how life’s most challenging moments can lead to new levels of clarity, strength, and financial success. 💼📖

Ron opens up about his journey—from personal struggles to launching his own ventures—and how writing a book and creating structured systems helped him gain control and direction. The conversation also dives into how to spot and act on opportunities during chaos, and how high performers think differently when everyone else is stuck.

What you’ll learn:

✅ Ron’s story and why he wrote his book

✅ How personal breakdowns can spark breakthroughs

✅ Making money during unpredictable times

✅ Spotting opportunity in crisis

✅ Structuring your life for success

✅ Building a mindset that sees profit where others see panic

📺 This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone rebuilding after a hard season.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Ron Holloway

01:52 – About Ron’s Book & Backstory

05:34 – The 4P Framework

08:55 – The Three Piggies Model

10:53 – New Business Focus & Vision

12:55 – Finding Profit During Crisis

13:40 – Strategic Money Moves During Chaos

22:20 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Ron

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Turning a Crisis into an Opportunity | Ron Holloway #social333podcast #24

Leadership Training for the Corporate World | Todd Boeding #social333podcast #23

In this powerful episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley speaks with Todd Boeding, a former Marine turned leadership trainer for corporate executives and business teams. 💼🧠

Todd shares real-world stories and experiences from both the military and the corporate world to explain what true leadership actually looks like—and how most people misunderstand it. Whether you’re a CEO, a new manager, or someone stepping into a leadership role for the first time, this episode delivers valuable insight and perspective.

What you’ll learn:

✅ Why most people aren’t natural-born leaders

✅ The difference between promotion and leadership skill

✅ Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when building teams

✅ The real ego trap that holds back growth

✅ How to coach up team members the right way

✅ What to know before taking on a leadership role

📺 Hit play to understand leadership in a way that books and seminars won’t teach you.

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Todd Boeding

00:15 – Todd’s Background & Corporate Experience

03:05 – What Real Leadership Looks Like

04:40 – Leadership Lessons from the Military

07:18 – When Co-Workers Become Your Boss

11:40 – Struggles Founders Face When Delegating

15:54 – Common Pushback from C-Level Execs

18:16 – How to Grow as a New or Accidental Leader

22:57 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Todd

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Success with Online Coaching | Jack Landry #social333podcast #22

In this inspiring episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with elite online coach Jack Landry to talk about the realities of helping high-performing men level up—mentally, physically, and emotionally. 💼💪

Jack dives deep into what it really takes to grow as a man once you’ve already achieved the basics—money, status, success—and how the next challenge is often internal. From battling burnout to managing ego and rediscovering purpose, this episode delivers high-value perspective for anyone at the top of their game—or trying to get there.

✅ How Jack works with high performers who’ve hit a plateau

✅ The dark side of hustle culture & burnout

✅ Morning routine tips for ultra-busy entrepreneurs

✅ The role of ego in growth (and why it holds men back)

✅ What to do after a business fails

✅ What Jack looks for in a great coaching client

📺 If you’re a coach, entrepreneur, or just someone working to become your best self—this episode is for you.

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📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Jack Landry

03:13 – Helping High-Performing Men Break Plateaus

04:36 – Spotting Real Coaches vs. Online Scams

07:53 – Morning Routine Tips for High Net-Worth Individuals

12:43 – Time Management & Limiting Beliefs

14:49 – Ego & Its Effect on Personal Growth

18:50 – Bouncing Back After Failure

22:02 – What Jack Looks for in a Coaching Client

23:47 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Jack

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Celebrity Stories | Vincent Garza #social333podcast #21

In this dynamic episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley chats with Vincent Garza, the multi-talented video producer and founder of Swole Nerd Productions. From shooting with big names like Dana White and Snoop Dogg to creating raw, real stories on set, Vincent shares what it’s really like behind the camera in the world of celebrity, music, and viral content. 🎥✨

Whether you’re a content creator, filmmaker, or just fascinated by the entertainment world, This episode delivers insights on:

✅ Navigating wild YouTube shoots

✅ Working with celebrities like Snoop Dogg

✅ The evolution of TikTok and digital storytelling

✅ Why authenticity and hustle matter

✅ Building a creative company from the ground up

Vincent drops practical advice, wild celebrity stories, and hard-earned lessons from life on set. It’s an inspiring look at the grind behind the glamour.

📺 Hit play, subscribe, and let us know your favorite moment in the comments!

📌 CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

00:08 – Meet Vincent Garza

00:46 – Crazy YouTube Projects

02:22 – Working with Dana White

03:48 – Types of Shoots & Music Video Work

04:45 – Stories About Snoop Dogg

07:35 – Wild Celebrity Story

08:06 – Other Production Work

10:27 – Thoughts on TikTok's Direction

12:15 – Future of Vincent’s Company

13:15 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Vincent

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