The Conquer Cast

Scott Ellenson joins Trevor to talk about faith, service and building a legacy that lasts.

Scott shares the story behind Family Community Christmas, an Utah nonprofit that serves more than 1,700 children and their families each year through gifts, clothing, food, books and volunteers. What began as a small act of kindness more than 40 years ago has grown into one of the largest community Christmas events in the state

The conversation covers Scott's mother's lasting influence, overcoming hardship, submitting his life to Christ, why small acts of kindness matter and how serving others can change both the giver and the receiver. Scott also explains how anyone can get involved through volunteering, donating or simply looking for opportunities to serve in their own community.

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Drew and Leighton Starks join Trevor to share how fitness, faith and community helped change the course of their lives.

The brothers discuss losing their mother to cancer, overcoming addiction, depression and isolation, building the Countdown To Podcast and why accountability and brotherhood have been the biggest keys to lasting change.

They also talk about Conquer 90, discipline, mountain biking and helping others take the next step in their own journey.

Sarah Winegeart joins Trevor to share how her career led her to MTN OPS and ultimately sparked a passion for hunting.

After building her career at Dutch Bros, Bodybuilding.com, and Onnit, Sarah joined MTN OPS, where she now serves as Vice President of Marketing. She shares what drew her to the company, the exciting opportunities ahead, and how her team is helping shape the future of the brand.

Joining MTN OPS also opened the door to something Sarah never expected: hunting. Although she grew up with a dad who hunted, she didn't go on her first hunt until she was 32 years old. What began with an Axis deer hunt in Maui quickly turned into a passion, leading to a handful of unforgettable hunts and countless lifelong memories.

She also shares the full-circle story of returning to the Idaho mountains with her dad nearly twenty years after a terrifying childhood bear encounter left her afraid of bears and uninterested in hunting. Going back to those same mountains became one of the most meaningful experiences of her life, strengthening their relationship and creating memories they'll both cherish forever.

Along the way, Trevor and Sarah discuss faith, family, competition, embracing new opportunities, leadership, and the experiences that continue to shape Sarah's life and the future of MTN OPS.

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In this episode of the Conquer Cast, Trevor Farnes sits down with Ashley Pope, the MTN OPS Conquer 90 2026 winner, to talk about family, faith, and the transformation that's changed who she is. Ashley shares what it felt like to find out she'd won, why the moment brought out emotions she usually avoids, and how 90 days of consistency reshaped her socially, spiritually, and mentally, not just physically. She talks about breaking old habits around food, learning to lean on connection instead of doing it all alone, and watching that same commitment inspire her husband to lose 70 pounds and join her on the journey. They also get into marriage, motherhood, gratitude, and what it means to conquer something not just for yourself, but for the people who are watching and rising with you.

In this episode of the Conquer Cast, Trevor Farnes sits down with Paulo Johnson to talk about faith, family, and the journey that shaped who he is today. Paulo shares his path from growing up in Samoa to raising a family in Utah, and how becoming the Conquer 90 2026 winner tested his resolve in ways he didn't expect. He talks about hitting a breaking point mid-challenge, why his wife's simple encouragement changed everything, and how he learned that actions speak louder than words when it comes to real change. They also get into marriage, fatherhood, Samoan traditions and heritage, and what it really means to believe in yourself without losing sight of who you're doing it for.

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This conversation moves through grief, faith, family, purpose, generosity, trust, and the courage to start something that might look stupid to everyone else.

If you’ve ever felt called to do something but kept pushing it off, this episode is for you. Richie’s message is simple: stop waiting for the perfect time. Start now.

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In this conversation, Brad talks about losing more than 30 pounds in 90 days, building sustainable habits, tracking nutrition, staying consistent while traveling for work, and the mindset shifts that helped him follow through on goals he had put off for years.

They also discuss confidence, accountability, the role of community in personal growth, and what Brad learned throughout the process. As the Conquer 90 winner, Brad also shares his thoughts on earning a South Africa hunting trip and preparing for his first big game hunt.

In this episode of the Conquer Cast, Trevor sits down with Zeus, founder of Trendy Treats, to talk about faith, entrepreneurship, family, and what it really takes to follow God in business. Zeus shares how he left El Paso with no real plan, slept in his truck in Utah, started creating viral content, and eventually built Trendy Treats into a massive candy brand. He also opens up about marriage, fatherhood, hard business lessons, and the moment he felt prompted to throw away hundreds of thousands of dollars in product so he could let go of what was holding him back.

In this episode of The Conquer Cast, Trevor sits down with Gregg Ritz, Patrick Wightman from the National Wild Turkey Federation, and Courtney Green to talk all things turkey hunting. They break down what makes turkey hunting so exciting, why conservation matters, how wild turkey populations have changed over time, and what hunters can do to help protect the future of the sport. From Missouri turkey camp stories to habitat, predators, public land, and bringing new hunters into the fold, this conversation is a full look at the passion and purpose behind chasing wild turkeys.

In this episode of the Conquer Cast, Trevor sits down with former Utah State standout and Real Madrid legend Jaycee Carroll. Jaycee shares stories from growing up in Wyoming, the values his family instilled in him, and the mindset that helped shape one of the greatest careers in European basketball history. They dive into faith, humility, hard work, hunting, family, and what success really means when all is said and done.