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June 29Why Working Harder Won't Build Your Wealth | Dr. Joseph Drolshagen
You are working harder than ever and the needle still will not move. In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with Dr. Joseph Drolshagen, creator of the SMT method and a 27-year corporate sales veteran turned subconscious performance coach, to expose the real reason most men stall out in business and wealth building. It is not your strategy. It is not the economy. It is the programming running underneath everything you do.
Drolshagen breaks down how 85% of your results are driven by subconscious patterns, why hustle culture quietly sabotages the men who buy into it, and how getting into alignment helped his clients scale from 7.5 million to over 22 million in twelve months while taking five weeks of vacation. Drawing on three-plus decades of study and his own climb out of a struggling Detroit upbringing, this is a conversation about doing the inner work that actually changes the outer results, not another pep talk with a 72-hour shelf life.
In this episode:
Why working harder is the first move struggling business owners make, and why it almost never works

The difference between your conscious knowing and the subconscious programming that triggers the actions you take

How to build a dynamic vision that pulls you forward instead of grinding you down

Why lottery winners and burned-out founders share the exact same hidden problem

The simple assessment Drolshagen tells every man to run before he changes anything else

How taking uncomfortable action rewires your programming for good

Why scaling a business can feel exciting instead of soul-crushing

How fear, procrastination, and "I am okay at 1 million" are really the same limitation
Whether you are leading a team, growing revenue, or trying to build generational wealth without losing your family in the process, this episode hands you a new place to start: the man in the mirror.
Guest: Dr. Joseph Drolshagen, creator of the SMT method and 27-year sales leader. Book a no-pitch call directly with Joe at SMT.com.
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49 min
June 22Arky Jones: Stoicism, Self-Awareness, and the 1% Better Life
What does it really mean when a man says, "That's just who I am"? In this episode of The Upgraded Man, host Chris Anderson sits down with Arky Jones, founder of Personality Peak and a lifelong student of stoicism, to unpack why that phrase is usually an excuse rather than an identity. Born in England and now based in Australia, Arky brings a hard-won perspective shaped by military training, a serious injury, and a complete rebuild of his life and purpose. Together they explore how self-awareness, radical ownership, and small daily upgrades can pull any man out of complacency and into a fuller, more deliberate way of living. This is a direct, no-excuses conversation about change, responsibility, and becoming the man you actually want to be.
In this episode:
Why "personality is a mirror, not a label" and how seeing yourself clearly changes everything

The truth about self-awareness for men and why it is not the "woo woo" stuff you think

How the locus of control separates what you can own from what you must release

Stoicism made practical, from Marcus Aurelius's Meditations to the choices you make every day

Why surrender can be a strength instead of a weakness

The hidden danger of comfort and how it quietly kills growth, hunger, and purpose

Needs versus wants, and how chasing image and status drains your life energy

Facing your "unopened bills" and demons head-on instead of delaying the consequence

Why modern men have lost their tribe, their role, and their mission, and how to begin reclaiming it

The 1% better philosophy you can apply in any moment of any day to compound real change

Arky's story of shattering his pelvis in Royal Marines training and the pivot that rebuilt his life
Connect with Arky Jones at Personality Peak (personalitypeak.com) to take the free five-minute personality insight tool and uncover your blind spots.

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1 hr 4 min
June 15Why Motivation Is Overrated: 70-Year-Old World Record Holder's Secret
At 70 years old, Jeff broke four ultra-distance cycling world records in a single day, and he did it after training for only a few months. On this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with the record-breaking cyclist, former aerobatic pilot, and performance coach to take apart one of the most common excuses men hide behind: a lack of motivation. Jeff makes the case that motivation is overrated, and that the real engine behind a life of achievement is learning to enjoy the process, set the right goals, and pivot without shame when something stops serving you.
In this episode, you will learn:
Why motivation is overrated and enjoying the process is what actually sustains long-term effort

The difference between quitting and "pivoting," and why Jeff reframes walking away as a strength rather than a failure

How to set goals that are "50 percent believable" so they never become a to-do list or a pipe dream

The four-stage path to mastery: discovery, training, practice, and teaching, and how to copy it from a skill you already have

Why complacency is the real enemy, and the rare moments when it actually works in your favor

How a safety net makes a career or life pivot responsible instead of reckless

What overtraining taught Jeff about the gap between hating an activity and hating how it makes you feel

Why writing down your strengths and challenges gives your goals real power
Jeff is a cycling and performance coach who has set multiple records through the World Ultra Cycling Association, competed for years as an aerobatic pilot, and raised roughly $15,000 for his local Parkinson's community. His approach blends decades of athletic experience with a coaching philosophy focused on building people up, not just making them faster. Learn more and connect with Jeff at JeffsCoaching.com.
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49 min
June 08Why High Achievers Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free)
High achievers don't get stuck because they lack effort. They get stuck because they're moving fast in the wrong direction. In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, Chris Anderson sits down with high-performance coach Tim Kelly to unpack why so many capable men hit a ceiling and what it actually takes to break through.
Tim is a former Navy rescue swimmer, commercial real estate investor, author, and founder of Active Duty Passive Income. After achieving financial freedom and then losing over seven figures, he rebuilt his life around clarity, faith, and disciplined daily action. Now he helps high performers get out of their own way and build lives that are both successful and fulfilling.
In this conversation, Chris and Tim cover:
The three reasons even the highest performers stay stuck

Why clarity is the foundation of high performance, and how to run a clarity audit on yourself

The difference between staying busy and making real progress

Why financial freedom means nothing without responsibility and purpose

The GROWS framework: God, Relationships, Occupation, Wealth, and Strength

Why you cannot succeed in isolation and how to get into the right rooms

How to reframe failure as a win, progress, or a lesson

The courage it takes to have the hard conversations in your personal life
This one is for any man who looks successful on paper but knows he's capable of more. It's a blueprint for trading busyness for clarity and finally moving the needle on the things that matter most.
Connect with Tim Kelly: Website: thetimothykelly.com LinkedIn and Instagram: @thetimothykelly Take the free high-performance clarity assessment, grab the gap guide, and book a call.
Remember, it's just about one percent better each day. Follow the show and share this episode with a man who's working to be better every single day.

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50 min
June 01Never Putt Short: Jeff McCabe on Intentionality, Failure, and Building Hard Truth
What does it take to turn 325 acres of Indiana woods into a national spirits brand and an "adult Disneyland" that pulls visitors from across the country? In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, Chris Anderson sits down with Jeff McCabe, co-founder of Hard Truth Distilling Co., for a wide-ranging conversation on craft, mindset, family, and the long game of building something that lasts.
Jeff is a Naval Academy graduate and former Navy pilot who went on to run a major part of the business travel and corporate card division at American Express before stepping away to chase a different kind of dream in Brown County. Alongside his partners and his own family, he built Big Woods, Quaff On, and Hard Truth into an experience that visitors remember long after they leave.
In this conversation, you'll hear:
Why a whiskey tastes better at 93 proof than 90, and what that obsession with detail reveals about doing anything well

The Charlie Munger philosophy on the wall of his boardroom, and the wild family connection to Munger that Jeff only learned recently

What the Naval Academy taught him about failing, and why learning to fail removed his fear of it

How he leads people who don't share his mindset by listening first and meaning what he says

The realities of running a business with his son, daughter, and son-in-law all under one roof

Where he was on the morning of 9/11, and how being out of New York let him help in a way no one else could

The McCabe family history, from Irish Gallowglass roots to two uncles' bars and a now-legendary dance hall story

The Byron Nelson lesson that stuck with him for life: never putt short
Whether you're building a company, leading a team, or just trying to navigate whatever life throws your way, Jeff's blend of hard-won wisdom and Midwest grit offers something to take home.
Hard Truth Distilling Co. is located in Nashville, Indiana, in the heart of Brown County, and its spirits are now distributed across 38 states. Plan a visit to walk the property, take a distillery tour, or build a custom experience of your own.
The Upgraded Man Podcast is for men who refuse to stay complacent and want to keep growing across every area of life. New episodes drop regularly, so subscribe and share this one with someone who needs it.

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Our mission at The Upgraded Man is simple — help men upgrade every area of their life through real conversations, honest stories, and actionable insight from men who have done the work.

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1 hr 10 min
May 25Bridging the Gap: Building Stronger Father-Son Relationships With Dr. Carla Caturia
In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with Dr. Carla Caturia, a mindset and family relationship expert who has worked with thousands of families to help fathers strengthen their connection with their kids. As the first female guest since the show's rebrand, Dr. Carla brings a fresh, practical perspective to one of the toughest questions dads face: how do I stay close to my kid as they grow up?
Whether you have a toddler, a teenager, or a kid somewhere in between, this conversation gives you a real-world framework for showing up as the father your kids actually need.
Key topics and takeaways:
Why the disconnect between dads and their teenage sons is normal, but absolutely fixable

The "fix-it trap" most dads fall into and what to do instead when your kid opens up

How to read your child's energy and know when to listen versus when to engage

The difference between productive struggle and being too hard on your kids

Why discipline rooted in natural consequences is more effective than reactive punishment

How to navigate the identity shifts kids go through in elementary, middle, and high school

The 20-minute weekly strategy that can transform your relationship with your teen

Why regulating your own emotions is the single biggest move a dad can make

How to spot whether your kid is dealing with a motivation problem or an identity problem

The role of vulnerability in earning your child's trust and respect

Why affirmations only work when paired with evidence

What dads need to let go of as their kids grow into their own people
Dr. Carla also shares the story of a father and two sons whose relationship transformed through small, consistent shifts, and leaves dads with a powerful reminder to have grace with themselves through the journey.
Connect with Dr. Carla on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Reach out directly for a consultation if you want personalized support strengthening your family relationships.
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59 min
May 11Why Liking Yourself Is the Hardest Work a Man Will Ever Do
Welcome to the very first guest episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast. Host Chris Anderson sits down with Dr. Bobby Shelton, a researcher and speaker on self-leadership theory, for a conversation about what it actually takes for a man to like himself again, and why so many high-achieving men are quietly running on empty.
Bobby opens up about the morning he sat in a chair for an hour and a half, refusing to stand until he gave himself permission to start liking who he was. He shares how a wife's blunt comment, 180 pounds of weight loss, a doctoral program he chose because he hated reading, and the funeral of yet another friend lost to suicide led him to a breaking point and a complete rebuild. The conversation moves into Bobby's signature framework, easy hard versus hard hard, and why most men exhaust themselves on the wrong battles.
In this episode:
The chair moment that changed Bobby's life and what it means to give yourself permission

Why losing 180 pounds and earning a doctorate didn't fix the anger or the depression

The self-leadership principle: you cannot lead others until you lead yourself

How men outsource their identity to jobs, social media, religion, and the opinions of strangers

Easy hard versus hard hard, and how to tell which one you are actually living in

The daily writing practice Bobby uses to end every morning with "I love you, Bobby"

Why saying no to good things is the price of saying yes to your real purpose

Bobby's next mission with the George W. Bush Institute supporting veteran mental health
Connect with Dr. Bobby Shelton through Self Leadership Lab, available on YouTube, Apple, and major platforms, and on LinkedIn. His website and email are open for anyone who wants to start the work.
Subscribe to The Upgraded Man Podcast for weekly conversations built for men who refuse to be complacent.

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57 min
May 04The Arena Is Lonely. Stay Anyway. | A Solo Episode on Roosevelt, Failure, and the Cost of Staying In
In 1910, a former president stood at the Sorbonne and delivered what would become one of the most quoted passages in American history. But Theodore Roosevelt wasn't a polished motivational speaker that day. He was a man who had buried his wife and mother on the same day, disappeared into the Badlands for two years, and rebuilt himself from nothing. That's the man behind "The Man in the Arena" — and that context changes everything.
In this solo episode of The Upgraded Man, Chris Anderson reads Roosevelt's full passage and breaks it down into six movements every man needs to hear. This isn't a coffee mug quote anymore. This is a roadmap for the man who's tired of keeping a tally of his shortcomings and quietly wondering if he's built for any of this.
In this episode, Chris unpacks:
The real story behind Roosevelt's 1910 Sorbonne speech and why context changes the meaning

Why the loudest critic in your life isn't on the internet — he's between your ears

The difference between wanting the credit and being willing to take the bruises

Why the polished man is the suspicious one, and what dust, sweat, and blood actually prove

A direct word for the man keeping a running ledger of every place he's fallen short

The critical difference between being exhausted and being spent — and why the cure isn't more rest

Why neutrality, not failure, is the real opposite of being in the arena

A three-part challenge: name the arena, text it to a brother, do one thing this week that risks failure
If you've been circling something for months — a hard conversation, a decision at work, a prayer, a confession — this episode is the nudge to step in.
The Upgraded Man Podcast is hosted by Chris Anderson and focuses on men's personal development across five life pillars. Recently rebranded after 500 episodes from The Elevate Media Podcast, the show is built for men who are done coasting and ready to do the work.
Subscribe, share this episode with a brother who needs it, and come back in 30 days to see what changed.

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25 min
April 27The 5 Pillars of an Upgraded Man | Welcome to the Upgraded Man Podcast
In this debut episode of the newly rebranded Upgraded Man Podcast, host Chris Anderson lays out the foundation for everything to come. After years of running the Elevate Media Podcast, Chris is honing in on a clear mission: helping men who refuse to stay complacent become better versions of themselves, one day at a time. This solo episode introduces the five pillars that will guide every future conversation, every guest interview, and every solo breakdown on the show.
Chris speaks openly about why men today need this conversation more than ever, from the alarming rates of male suicide to the cultural pressure to chase transactions over real relationships. He shares personal stories from his own journey, including his college mental health struggles, his experience playing soccer in Holland as a teenager, and standing on the Great Wall of China during a leadership mission trip.
Key topics and takeaways from this episode:
Why mindset and mental health are the foundation of every other area of growth, and how to drop the labels that keep men stuck

The truth about health: it's invisible until you lose it, and why nutrition, fitness, and recovery have to be non-negotiable

Relationships over revenue, and why investing in people first opens doors that chasing sales never will

How financial stress impacts every other area of life, and the difference between spending to impress and building real freedom

The forgotten pillar of living fully, and why experiences compound in ways that possessions never do

Why time speeds up as life goes on, especially with kids, and how to be present in the moments that actually matter

A preview of upcoming guests including Olympians, gold medalists, ultra marathoners, and entrepreneurs who have pushed the limits of what is possible
The goal of this show is not just success. It is becoming a better man, husband, father, friend, and leader. If that resonates with you, follow the show and share it with a guy in your life who would benefit from the journey.
Host: Chris Anderson, founder of the Upgraded Man Podcast and former athletic trainer with a master's degree in athletic training.

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13 min
April 20500 Episodes, 3 Lessons, and a Big Rebrand Announcement
This is a milestone moment. In episode 500, host Chris Anderson pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to stay consistent for nearly a decade of podcasting, the relationships that changed the trajectory of his business, and the biggest announcement in the show's history: the Elevate Media Podcast is officially becoming The Upgraded Man Podcast.
Chris gets candid about starting in the corner of his living room with Captain America kid headphones and a laptop mic, interviewing millionaires before he ever looked the part. He shares why most podcasters quit before episode eight, what 500 episodes of guest conversations have taught him about building a real life, and why the show is narrowing its focus to serve the audience that kept showing up: men who refuse to stay complacent.
Chris also introduces the five pillars that will anchor every future episode and invites listeners into a community built around becoming better tomorrow than you are today.
In this episode:
Why consistency beats talent every single time, and how showing up weekly compounds into something bigger than you imagined

The relationships-over-revenue principle that opened doors Chris never expected

Why "done is better than perfect" is the only way to actually start something

The embarrassing early days of the podcast, from kid headphones to a built-out studio

How to recognize when you're stuck on autopilot in business, marriage, health, or finances

Why the Upgraded Man is a journey, not a destination, and what that means for listeners

The official announcement of the podcast rebrand and what's changing (and what isn't)

A preview of the five pillars that will shape every future episode and conversation

Practical ways to stop coasting and start evolving in your nine-to-five, your workouts, and your relationships

Why Chris believes the next 500 episodes will matter more than the first
Whether you've been listening since the living room days or you're finding the show for the first time, this episode is a reset, a thank-you, and an invitation. Hit follow so you don't miss episode 501 and the first full episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast.
Host: Chris Anderson, founder of Elevate Media and host of The Upgraded Man Podcast (formerly the Elevate Media Podcast).

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Our mission at The Upgraded Man is simple — help men upgrade every area of their life through real conversations, honest stories, and actionable insight from men who have done the work.

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The content on The Upgraded Man is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not constitute professional legal, financial, medical, or therapeutic advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on information discussed on this podcast.

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