The Rollercoaster Podcast

What would you do if the love of your life was taken too soon?

In this deeply emotional episode, I sit down with Pete Rendina, a husband, father, and author whose world turned upside down when his wife, Kylie, passed away in April 2024 after a relentless battle with cancer. Pete flew in from Michigan to join me in person and share a story that broke me… and will likely break you too.

We talk about love, loss, and legacy. About raising kids as a single dad. About the fear of goodbye and the promises whispered at a hospital bedside. And we talk about God, because it’s Pete’s faith that’s holding him together.

Pete doesn’t sugarcoat the pain. He opens up about the dark nights, the signs he sees from Kylie, the moments with his kids that keep him going, and how writing and faith are helping him rebuild.

Whether you're grieving, healing, or just need a reminder of what truly matters, this one will stay with you.

Key Moments:

0:00 The Call That Changed Everything

2:38 Falling in Love with Kylie

5:22 A Surprise Baby & A Shocking Diagnosis

10:00 The Cancer Returns

13:20 Admitted to the ICU

16:40 Saying Goodbye

20:08 Becoming a Single Dad

25:06 Finding Beauty in the Grief

28:03 Talking to the Kids About Mom

34:04 A New Life Devoted to Faith and Fatherhood

44:36 Final Message to Those Who Are Suffering

Guest Info:

IG: peteyluv13 (https://www.instagram.com/peteyluv13/?hl=en)

In this very first episode of my You First series, we’re flipping the script on what it means to be a man in today’s world. I sit down with two incredible guests, Adam Allred and Travis Prince, to have an honest, unfiltered conversation about something men rarely talk about: self-care.

This isn’t about bubble baths and face masks (though there’s nothing wrong with those). This is about learning how to truly show up for ourselves, mentally, physically, and emotionally, so we can show up better for the people we love. Adam, with his grounded wisdom, and Travis, with his raw, lived experience, open up about their own journeys, the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the habits that keep them grounded.

We talk about the quiet weight men carry, the pressure to be “strong” at all costs, and why prioritising yourself is not selfish, it’s essential. If you’ve ever felt burnt out, disconnected, or like you’re just going through the motions, this conversation is a reminder: your needs matter too.

Men’s self-care isn’t a luxury. It’s survival. And it starts here, with you first.

Key Moments:

0:00 Why Men’s Self-Care Matters

6:08 Adam’s Turning Point

10:45 Travis on Hitting Burnout

20:41 Habits That Keep Them Balanced

31:52 “You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup”

42:18 Finding Brotherhood and Support as Men

53:47 The Power of Vulnerability in Male Friendships

1:02:16 Overcoming the Fear of Being Judged

1:15:09 How Faith and Spirituality Influence Self-Care

1:24:18 A Challenge to Put Yourself First

1:32:47 Building a Life You Don’t Need to Escape From

1:37:12 “It’s Not Selfish, It’s Survival”

Guests Info:

IG: @‌adamallredofficial (https://www.instagram.com/adamallredofficial/?hl=en)

IG: @‌travis_prince (https://www.instagram.com/travis_prince/?hl=en)

This is the hardest episode I’ve ever recorded.

Marc and Holly Cram sat down with me to share the unfiltered, gut-wrenching story of losing their 13-year-old son, Beckham, in a tragic drowning accident. Holly opens up about the very fear she’d carried for years, her child drowning, becoming her reality. We walk through the moment it happened, the chaos that followed, and the sacred, soul-shifting days that came next.

But this isn’t just a story about loss. It’s about love, connection, and the invisible bridge between this world and the next. Marc and Holly speak candidly about how Beckham still communicates with them, how trauma freezes in the body, and how intentional healing has rebuilt their marriage and redefined their faith.

We also talk about Holly’s new course, How to Speak to God, a powerful invitation to reconnect with your own divine guidance, no matter your beliefs.

This episode will break your heart and put it back together in the most unexpected ways. If you’ve ever lost someone or wondered what healing could really look like… this conversation is for you.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Moment Every Parent Fears
2:49 “Beckham Was the Bridge”
6:35 The Dream That Haunted Her
17:11 Processing the Loss as a Family
23:23 Connecting with Beckham
28:49 Helping Marc Hear Him Too
31:03 “Dad, This Is Awesome”
36:05 How Ashton’s Life Was Changed
40:55 Trauma Stored in the Body
57:03 “You Have to Feel It to Heal It”
1:07:02 Clearing the Heart to Hear God
1:18:05 A Message to Mothers in Pain

Guests Info:
IG: marccram13 (https://www.instagram.com/p/DMRTNMOzSAI/?hl=en)
IG: holly_cram_ (https://www.instagram.com/holly_cram_/)
Website: howtospeaktogod.com (https://howtospeaktogod.com/)

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Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of child exploitation and abuse.

In this episode, I sit down with Paul Hutchinson, entrepreneur, undercover operative, and producer of The Sound of Freedom, for one of the most emotional and confronting conversations I’ve ever had. Paul opens up about the darkest corners of the world he’s entered to rescue children and the toll it’s taken on his life, his soul, and his healing journey.

We talk about the myths and heartbreaking stories he’s witnessed firsthand, and why awareness alone isn’t enough. Paul doesn’t shy away from the controversy; he addresses recent media accusations head-on and shares what it really means to put your life on the line to save others.

But this episode isn’t just about darkness, it’s about healing. Paul shares how plant-based therapy, spiritual surrender, and radical self-forgiveness changed his life, and how his healing retreats are now doing the same for survivors.

If you’re a parent, a truth-seeker, or someone who’s ever wondered how to protect your family in a broken world, this conversation is for you.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Mother Who Tried to Sell Her Daughters
5:29 The Truth About Child Exploitation
10:14 Abuse Happens in Our Own Neighbourhoods
16:01 Unconditional Love and Healthy Self-Esteem
25:11 Warning Signs of Grooming
31:23 The Shame Survivors Carry
42:04 Why Paul Left Operation Underground Railroad
51:04 The Prayer That Led to a Miracle
1:00:00 “I Didn’t Think Anyone Would Come”
1:17:18 From Mansion and Strippers to Healing Retreats
1:28:31 Why Psychedelics Need a Safe Container
1:38:20 33 Years to Heal the World

Guest Info:
IG: @liberating.humanity (https://www.instagram.com/liberating.humanity/)
IG: @childliberationfoundation (https://www.instagram.com/childliberationfoundation/)

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In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my close friend Heston Moyers, someone I didn’t expect to become one of the most reliable, loyal, and transformative people in my life. What started as a rocky first impression turned into a brotherhood rooted in honesty, accountability, and unconditional support.

Heston opens up about surviving a life-altering car accident, his journey through self-doubt, and the pivotal moment that helped him believe he was enough. From shedding 55 pounds to reshaping his mindset, he shares how the Levels retreat and the men who showed up there helped change the trajectory of his life.

We talk about what real friendship looks like, how powerful it is to have a 2am call friend, and why your circle can either limit or launch you. Heston also reflects on producing this podcast, the stories that shaped him, and how it’s helped him become a better father, husband, and man.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to truly change your life, this one is for you.

Key moments:
0:00 A Rare Kind of Friendship
3:00 The Crash That Changed Everything
10:35 First Impressions & Misjudgments
13:58 From Acquaintance to Inner Circle
17:48 The Seizure That Redefined Loyalty
23:16 Meeting His Younger Self
26:47 Rewiring His Life
32:01 What Makes a True Friend
39:03 From Boy to Man
45:22 Choose Your Circle Carefully

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

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I sat down with Eric Johnson, and I don’t think I was fully prepared for what he would share. His story is one of brutal honesty, unimaginable loss, addiction, prison, and ultimately, redemption.

Eric takes us into the darkest corners of his past: witnessing a friend take his life, spiraling into meth addiction, and spending nearly a decade behind bars. He opens up about life inside solitary confinement, the trauma that haunted him, and the small, consistent choices that led him back to hope.

But this isn’t just a story of survival, it’s a story of transformation. From being featured on national news for his crimes to building a life of purpose, Eric has clawed his way back. Today, he’s three years sober, raising his daughter, and helping others break free from addiction through programs like Hope for Prisoners.

If you’ve ever felt too far gone, this episode is for you. We talk about recovery, self-worth, and how changing your environment can change your life. It’s raw. It’s heavy. But it’s exactly the kind of truth we need to hear.

Key Moments:
00:00 The Moment That Broke Me
3:11 The Night Everything Changed
8:00 Thrown Into Prison Life
14:18 Why I Fell Into Addiction 
20:04 The Military Could Have Saved Me
25:19 Two Years in Solitary Confinement
32:54 Released at 30, Feeling Worthless
34:02 A Mistake That Cost Me 15 Years
46:00 Losing My Father in Prison
49:33 Everything Was Because of Substances
55:07 The Deal That Let Me Walk Free
1:01:50 The Cure Is in the Suffering

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

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In this episode of The Roller Coaster Podcast, I sit down once again with my friend James Dykes, one of the few guests we’ve ever invited back. The first time James shared his story, it reached tens of millions of people across social media. But behind the viral numbers was a man who walked through unthinkable loss, the death of his wife, deep grief, and personal trauma, and still chose to show up with vulnerability and faith.

This time, we go even deeper. James opens up about the emotional aftermath of sharing his story with the world, the love, the hate, the healing, and the spiritual wrestle that followed. We talk about fatherhood, men’s mental health, navigating grief publicly, and how suffering has shaped his faith and purpose. He shares how his pain has now become a catalyst for writing, for building community, and for stepping into a life of coaching, consulting, and hope.

If you’re carrying something heavy, this episode is a reminder: you’re not alone.

James’s honesty will challenge you, comfort you, and move you to believe that beauty still rises from the ashes.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Viral Reel That Changed Everything
3:12 Why We Had to Do This Again
8:53 Surrendering the Outcome
12:33 The Pain Behind the Hate
17:26 Finding a Brotherhood in Grief
23:42 The Power of Not Being Alone
28:26 Holding Space for Both Joy and Sorrow
33:13 James’s Lifelong Journey Through Suffering
36:50 Returning to the Garden
42:53 A Vision for Leadership and Wholeness
46:04 Reading the Testimony
54:28 A Message to the Lonely

Guest Info:
IG: @‌jamesdykes1987 (https://www.instagram.com/jamesdykes1987/)

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This is one of the most powerful conversations I’ve ever had on the podcast.

My guest, Chris Williams, shares the heartbreaking story of losing his pregnant wife and two of his children in a tragic car crash caused by a drunk driver. In a moment that would shatter most of us, Chris did something extraordinary: he forgave the 17-year-old responsible. Not years later… but immediately.

In this episode, Chris walks us through the unimaginable trauma of that night, the soul-crushing grief that followed, and the quiet, spiritual strength that helped him survive it. We talk about faith, forgiveness, healing, and how to carry deep pain without letting it destroy you. Chris opens up about his journey with mental health, suicidal thoughts, and the life-changing moment he met the boy who took his family away.

This isn’t just a story about tragedy; it’s a masterclass in grace, resilience, and hope.

If you’re struggling with grief, anger, or the weight of things you can’t change, this episode will meet you in that place and gently show you the way forward.

Key Moments:
0:00 The Crash That Changed Everything
1:58 “I Tried to Die Myself”
8:14 A Divine Message: “Let It Go”
13:03 “Why Us?” Finding Meaning in the Aftermath
20:01 Meeting the 17-Year-Old Who Killed His Family
28:21 Grief and Mental Health: 18 Years Later
31:58 The Darkest Night
35:12 The Lifeline of Support and Community
41:05 What Real Support Looks Like
45:25 Gaining a Broader Spectrum of Empathy

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

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In this deeply personal episode of the Rollercoaster Podcast, I sit down with Melissa Methven...a mother, breathwork facilitator, dental professional, and widow as she shares the raw and heartbreaking story of losing her husband Scott to suicide while on a family trip to Maui. What began as a vacation to fulfill a dying father’s wish quickly unraveled into Melissa’s worst nightmare.

Melissa opens up about the quiet signs of addiction, the unimaginable trauma of that day, and the ripple effects it had on her and her two young children. She speaks with unflinching honesty about grief, guilt, and the isolation that often surrounds men struggling in silence. But this isn’t just a story of loss, it’s one of healing, faith, and rebuilding.

We talk about how she found breathwork, leaned into community, and slowly learned to move through the pain rather than avoid it. Melissa’s journey is a lifeline for anyone touched by addiction, suicide, or grief.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to survive the unimaginable, this conversation is for you.

Key Moments:
0:01 Melissa Methven opens up
5:54 Hope Before the Darkness
7:25 My Husband's Sudden Shift
10:15 The Emergency Response
13:01 Waiting for the News
21:07 The Moment He Passed
24:00 My Son Said He Didn’t Want to Live
28:00 Midnight Grief & Balcony Phone Calls
31:15 Discovering Breathwork
40:17 Returning to Routine
47:02 Moving to Arizona
56:58 Breaking the Silence in Dentistry
1:01:19 Addiction and the Mask of Success
1:05:52 The Power of Community and Vulnerability
1:08:21 Her Final Plea

Guest Info:
IG - https://www.instagram.com/melissa_gratitude/?hl=en
Website - https://www.melissagratitude.life/

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I sat down with Jason Richardson, founder and CEO of Bad Birdie, the boldest brand in golf, to talk about what it really takes to build something that matters. From launching shirts out of his tiny LA apartment to turning heads with wild prints and a wild vision, Jason has built a golf brand that’s not just different, it’s redefining the entire culture.

In this episode, we go deep. Jason opens up about fatherhood, the emotional weight of building a brand people feel, and what it means to “stay bad” in a world that rewards playing it safe. We talk Shark Tank, near meltdowns, betting on yourself, and why the brand is the business.

You’ll also hear some hilarious stories, get a behind-the-scenes look at collabs with Taco Bell and YouTube stars like Micah Morris, and learn what Jason would build if Bad Birdie had its own video game or country club.

This conversation isn’t just about golf or apparel; it’s about showing up differently, taking risks, and creating something unforgettable.

Key Moments:
0:00 Why Brand Is Everything
5:09 The Birth of Bad Birdie
10:00 The Core of a Great Apparel Brand
13:14 Brand Is a Feeling, Not Just a Logo
18:04 Behind the Scenes of Shark Tank
24:55 The Bad Birdie Reserve Line
28:16 From Polos to Golf Bags
33:36 YouTube Golf & Micah Morris
39:10 Could You Win the Masters From the Green?
42:39 What Would a Bad Birdie Country Club Look Like?
45:50 Would You Rather: Tiger Woods or a Solo 65?
50:50 What’s Next for Bad Birdie

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

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