This is the most vulnerable conversation I’ve ever shared on the podcast. My guest, Liz Hartke, opens up about the day she gave birth to her stillborn son and nearly lost her own life. What unfolded was a series of medical oversights, a last-minute surgery, and a divine moment of surrender that changed everything. Liz shares the harrowing details of hemorrhaging alone in an ER, the nurse who saved her life by speaking up, and the spiritual clarity she gained when she thought she wouldn’t make it home to her children.

This episode is about more than trauma. It’s about faith in the fire, how God meets us in our darkest hour, and what it truly means to surrender your will. Liz’s story is a testimony to trusting the divine even when the outcome is unknown, and it will shake you, soften you, and maybe even help you find clarity in your own calling.

If you’re a mother, a leader, or someone wrestling with purpose or grief, this episode is for you.

Key Moments:
3:02 Pregnancy joy turns to heartbreak
9:03 A desperate plea for surgery
13:59 A miracle in the OR
17:39 A vow to live differently
24:00 Tyler shares his own moment of hopelessness
29:00 The intuition of a mother
37:00 Why some survive and others don’t
41:00 Can you change without suffering?
45:00 The eulogy exercise that changed lives
54:00 Learning to hear God’s voice
1:00:11 Motherhood, guilt, and calling
1:10:00 Defining your life plan

Guest Info:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/elizhartke/
Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/

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In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Heidi Rose, a woman whose story will move you, stretch you, and break you open in all the ways that matter. Heidi lost her husband, Jason, to brain cancer, and the journey there was anything but simple. She opens up about the heartbreaking transformation she witnessed as cancer took over, not just his body, but parts of their shared life. We talk about the night he passed, how their children processed it, and what it means to grieve, rebuild, and keep living.

But this conversation goes deeper than loss. Heidi speaks about her healing through trauma, through childhood abuse, and through unconventional paths like EMDR, Al-Anon, and plant medicine. She talks about finding her voice, regaining peace, and learning that real love sometimes means letting go.

This episode is for anyone who's walked through pain they never thought they'd survive. It's for those navigating grief, complex family dynamics, or simply trying to find meaning when life doesn’t go to plan.

You’ll walk away from this episode changed. I know I did.

Heidi, thank you for your honesty. Thank you for letting us in.

This is grief. This is healing. This is the Roller Coaster.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Moment Jason Took His Last Breath
5:22 Who Jason Was Before Cancer
9:03 When Personality Changes Mask Something Deeper
12:28 "I Have a Brain Tumor" And the Immediate Intuition
16:00 The Surgery That Changed Everything
22:00 The Letter That Confirmed He Was Terminal
24:20 Hospice, Letting Go, and the Death Rattle
33:01 Life Before and After Loss
39:44 A Chance Encounter at the Gym
43:31 Growing Up in Abuse & Becoming a Peacemaker
47:02 Healing Through a 12-Step Program
53:34 The Frog Showed Me Something

Guest Info:
IG: @‌heidicamillerose (https://www.instagram.com/heidicamillerose/)

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

This one’s personal. In this episode, I sit down with Greg O’Gallagher, founder of Kinobody, fitness expert, and one of the most driven men I’ve ever met, for a raw and honest conversation about legacy, loss, and finding your purpose. Greg opens up about the profound impact his father, Michael O’Gallagher, had on his life before losing him to leukemia at a young age. From building Canada’s largest privately owned real estate company to shaping the mindset Greg carries today, his father’s influence lives on in every rep, every goal, and every moment Greg chooses discipline over ease.

We talk about grief, growth, and how those pivotal childhood moments still fuel the fire today. Greg also shares how fitness became his outlet for processing trauma, how fasting and breath work changed his life, and the exact framework he uses to stay in peak shape year-round.

If you’ve ever lost someone too soon or wondered how to stay grounded in your purpose when life hits hard, this conversation is for you.

This is more than a podcast episode. It’s a conversation about what truly matters.

Key Moments:
0:00 A Father-Son Moment That Changed Everything
1:52 Who Was Michael O’Gallagher?
5:00 Losing His Dad to Leukemia
10:00 Grieving the Right Way
15:13 Tragedy, Loss & Advice for Grieving Teens
19:00 Discovering Passion Through Pain
23:26 Scarcity Makes Time Valuable
27:44 Three Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone
29:52 How to Build the Greek God Aesthetic
32:12 How He Maintains the Same Physique Year After Year
35:01 The 5 Exercises He’d Keep for Life

Guest Info:
IG: @‌gregogallagher (https://www.instagram.com/gregogallagher/ )
YT: @‌Kinobody 
Website: https://kinobody.com/

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Where to find Tyler Hall:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

I sat down with someone who left me speechless. Nico DeGiacomo, better known as Mass of Man, isn't just a rapper or internet personality. He's a fighter. At 6'6" and 665 pounds, Nico hit rock bottom physically, mentally, and emotionally. Showering hurt. Driving was nearly impossible. Life was slipping away. But instead of giving up, Nico chose to change everything.

In this raw, deeply vulnerable conversation, Nico opens up about food addiction, mental illness, his darkest moments, and the turning point that sparked a viral 100-day transformation, one that’s now inspired millions. We talk about the power of accountability, his unbreakable friendship with Anakin, the emotional weight behind his music, and how he’s rewriting his story in real time.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in a cycle they couldn’t escape. It’s about addiction, healing, resilience, and what’s possible when someone finally believes in you and when you believe in yourself.

Whether you’re battling your own demons or know someone who is, Nico’s story will move you. Share this one. Someone needs to hear it.

Key Moments:
0:00 A Day in the Life at 665lbs
3:50 “Anakin Saved My Life”
6:04 The Vicious Cycle of Food Addiction
12:23 How Do You Get to 665lbs?
17:53 Hitting the Three-Week Wall
22:01 The Meaning Behind His Music
29:06 Performing “Fallen Angel”
35:00 The Abuse No One Saw
39:48 The Song That Changed Everything
44:38 “If It Doesn’t Move You, It’s Not a Good Song”
47:24 That Song Is for People Who Want to Die
54:50 If You're Not Accepted, Create Something Better
59:07 The $1 Magic Trick

Guest Info:
Instagram: @massofman (https://www.instagram.com/massofman/)
YouTube: @massofman (https://www.youtube.com/MASSOFMAN)

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Where to find Tyler Hall:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Eddie Maalouf, entrepreneur, marketing genius, and the living proof that who you were doesn't have to define who you become. From betrayal in business that could've shattered him to completely reinventing his identity in college, Eddie shares the pivotal moments that built his resilience and unstoppable drive. We dive deep into the hard lessons he learned building multi-million-dollar companies, the brutal realities of betrayal and trust, and the mindset shifts that turned temporary pain into lifelong power.

Eddie opens up about the hardest day of his professional life, the importance of choosing your identity, the power of the law of attraction, and why believing you're "good enough" changes everything. He also shares the wild story of how he met his wife overseas and how trusting his intuition changed his life forever.

If you're feeling stuck, doubting your potential, or afraid to take that next step, Eddie’s story will move you, challenge you, and remind you: your dream life is a decision away.

This one is packed with raw wisdom, real emotion, and practical lessons you don't want to miss.

Welcome to one of the most inspiring conversations we’ve had yet.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Emotional Story of Eddie’s Professional Life
5:01 Turning Doubt Into Fuel
8:05 Why Money Solves, But Doesn’t Fulfill
12:30 Loving the Game, Not Just the Reward
14:39 Eddie Completely Changed His Life Through Action
20:00 How He Manifested Meeting His Wife
29:43 How Eddie Dealt with Business Betrayal
33:08 The Root of His Passion for Helping People
41:00 Scaling Businesses Through Delegation and Top Talent
45:58 Eddie’s Surprisingly Profitable Side Hustle
50:00 Why Top Talent is Everything in Business
54:00 The Power of Thinking Bigger, Sooner

Guest Info:
Instagram: @eddiemaalouf (https://www.instagram.com/eddiemaalouf/)
Instagram: @badmarketing (https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing/)
Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

In this episode of The Roller Coaster Podcast, I sat down with someone whose story shook me to my core, Bruce Pitcher. You might know him from Extreme Weight Loss, but trust me, that’s just the surface.

Bruce’s journey is one of the most raw and powerful I’ve ever heard. From surviving childhood sexual abuse by his own father, who was later convicted and imprisoned, to living through years of silence, shame, and suicidal thoughts, Bruce opens up about the pain, the survival mode, and the uphill battle to rebuild his life.

But this is not a story of defeat. It’s one of redemption. Bruce lost over 200 pounds, built a coaching empire, became a father, and, more than anything, reclaimed his identity. In this conversation, he shares the emotional moment his suicide attempt failed and how that “failure” saved his life.

If you’ve ever felt broken, unseen, or stuck in your past, this episode is a reminder that belief, especially when it’s hard to hold onto, is the most powerful thing you can have.

This one is heavy. It’s honest. And it just might change how you see yourself.

Key Moments.
0:00 The Day the Police Took My Dad
1:16 A Son’s Desperate Need for Love
7:01 Why Victims Stay Silent
13:07 I Found Comfort in Food
15:07 God Had a Plan, Even Through the Pain
24:24 This Letter Changed My Life
29:18 It's the Little Victories That Matter Most
33:14 I Gained Weight Again, But I’m Not Hiding
36:21 The Day I Tried to End My Life
43:17 My Addiction Is Food
45:25 What I Want My Son to Remember

Guest Info.
Instagram: @brucepitcher (https://www.instagram.com/brucepitcher/)
YouTube:  ⁨@brucethepit⁩ (https://www.youtube.com/user/brucethepit)

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

This conversation left me speechless.

Bryan Wood isn’t just another guy with a “comeback story.” He’s a man who spiraled from elite MMA fighter to opioid addiction, heroin use, and prison time, and somehow rebuilt a life that most would’ve thought was lost forever.

In this episode, Bryan opens up about how one back injury became the first domino that led to a full-blown opioid addiction, prescription fraud, and eventually a prison sentence. We talked about how addiction hijacks your brain, the terrifying power of withdrawal, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after you’ve lost everything, including your marriage, your career, and your freedom.

But this isn’t just a story of destruction. It’s a story of radical accountability, hard-earned healing, and hope.

Bryan spent four years behind bars and used that time to reinvent who he was from the inside out. He journaled every day, wrote newspaper articles, created curriculum for inmates, and faced his darkest truths head-on.

This is one of the most raw, redemptive, and human conversations I’ve ever had. If you’re struggling, or know someone who is, please listen. Bryan’s story might just be the lifeline you or they need.

Key Moments:
0:00 "Thanksgiving Pill Run"
1:44 Bryan Wood Introduction
6:40 Doctor Teaches Him to Snort Pills
11:07 Buying Pills Off the Street
14:48 Switching to Heroin and Prescription Fraud Begins
22:20 Courtroom Stunt: Swallowing Heroin to Avoid Charges
29:06 Final Relapse in Prison Sparks Transformation
34:03 The Guard Who Believed in Him
37:17 Turning Himself Into a Machine
42:31 Most Influential Person: Nolan
45:00 Mental Health Crisis in Prisons
51:45 Life Today: Sober, Successful, & Private

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Where to find Tyler Hall:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

This conversation left a permanent mark on my heart. In this episode, I sit down with Brock Bevell, former undercover cop, father, and recovering opioid addict, whose raw, unfiltered story is one of pain, purpose, and unbelievable resilience. From being run over during a drug bust to nearly losing his life (and his testicle) to a brutal infection, Brock doesn’t hold anything back. We talk about addiction, the fentanyl crisis sweeping Arizona, and how he clawed his way out of a decade-long opioid addiction after being medically retired from the police force.

But more than that, Brock shares the mission that drives him today, walking the streets every day, face to face with addiction, offering hope and help to people everyone else has given up on.

This episode is graphic, emotional, and deeply necessary. Whether you’re a parent, a first responder, or someone who’s faced the dark underbelly of addiction, you need to hear this.

We talk fentanyl, trafficking, mental health, parenting, and the staggering impact of untreated trauma.

You’ll walk away changed.

Key Moments:
00:00 Addiction on the Frontlines
2:36 46 Days of Pain and a Suicidal Moment
5:14 Testicle Explodes in the ER
10:23 Why Fentanyl is Killing Arizona
17:07 The Moment His Life Changed
23:03 How 'The Project' Was Born
29:20 Fentanyl Powder Hits the Streets
34:35 Meth Laced with Fentanyl
40:06 How Social Media Enables Drug Deals
46:24 What's Really Coming Over the Border?
48:45 The Real Face of Addiction
56:13 Fake Tylenol, Real Death

Guest Info.
Linkedin: @brockbevell (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brock-bevell-45858a19a/)
Instagram: @fentanylprojectaz (https://www.instagram.com/fentanylprojectaz/)

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

In this episode, I sit down with CJ and Syd Spjute, the two absolutely radiant souls whose passion for fitness, faith, and family left me deeply moved. Their story isn’t just about shredded physiques or bodybuilding competitions; it’s about transformation from the inside out.

CJ opens up about his 100+ lb weight loss journey and how hitting rock bottom in the shower led to a radical shift in his life. Syd shares how fitness pulled her out of postpartum depression and helped her show up for her daughters in a way she never thought possible. Together, they’ve built Spute Strong, a coaching community helping moms, dads, and everyday people realize that their best life is still within reach.

We talk about the power of doing hard things together as a couple, the role God plays in their daily lives, and how setting simple, realistic goals can lead to extraordinary transformation. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or lost in your fitness journey, this conversation is your reminder that it is possible.

This is about more than just health. This is about healing, hope, and becoming someone you're proud of. Tune in, you’ll walk away changed.

Key Moments:
3:20 CJ’s Journey from 300 lbs to Bodybuilding Stage
6:00 How to Start When You're Feeling Hopeless
9:00 Finding Balance in Marriage & Fitness
12:15 Keeping God at the Center
15:00 Fitness Strengthened Their Marriage
22:40 Kids Are the Reason, Not the Excuse
27:00 Reframing Pride & Self-Worth
31:00 Teaching Healthy Habits to Kids
36:00 How a Shared Goal Can Save a Marriage
41:00 Date Nights, Dreaming & Staying Aligned
47:00 Building Spjute Strong
59:00 A Message to Anyone Who Feels Hopeless

Guest Info.
Instagram: @‌spjute_strong.fit (https://www.instagram.com/spjute_strong.fit/)
YouTube: @Spjutestrong⁩ (https://www.youtube.com/@Spjutestrong)

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Where to find Tyler Hall:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL
• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Hai, a man whose story redefined what love, devotion, and resilience mean to me. Justin shares the deeply personal journey of his wife Jojo, who survived a traumatic brain injury in college, an event that shaped the rest of their lives. Their love story is raw, powerful, and unlike anything I’ve ever heard. From meeting online to raising a family through adversity, Justin speaks openly about the connection he and Jojo share, one so deep, that it’s as if their souls are tethered.

We also explore his passion for health and healing, including how cortisol, the stress hormone has quietly become one of the biggest threats to our well-being. Justin’s company, Rebalance, offers a supplement that’s backed by clinical studies and changing lives, especially for women navigating menopause.

This conversation touched everything from parenting and presence to what really matters in life: connection, play, grounding, and showing up for the people you love.

If you’ve ever questioned your priorities, this one might just shift your perspective.

Key Moments:
4:15 Recovery and Uncertainty
9:12 The Reality of Life Together
17:00 The Spiritual Oneness of Their Love
19:00 The Five Pillars of a Balanced Life
23:00 Fatherhood and Intentional Parenting
26:50 Raising Good Humans
32:30 The Importance of Play
35:00 Finding Joy in the Little Things
44:00 The Birth of Rebalance
50:00 Doing the Right Thing

Justin Hai Info.
Instagram: @justin_a_hai (https://www.instagram.com/justin_a_hai/)
Website: rebalancehealth.com

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Where to find Tyler Hall:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/
• Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/
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• Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/