In this episode, I interview Joey Nielsen who pulls back the curtain on his life, complete with the ups and downs, joys, and struggles that have contributed to his personal growth. Raised amidst the hardworking ethos of North Central Iowa, Joey unpacks the unique family dynamics from his childhood, marked by his biological father's absence and the unwavering support of his mother and adoptive father. 

We explore Joey's adolescence, detailing his battles with mental health, and how these experiences shaped his relationships and communication skills. We'll also touch upon his intriguing journey with therapy, revealing how it led to significant personal growth, gave him insight into his coping mechanisms, and helped him understand the influence of his past on his relationships.

In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with personal trainer and owner of Winners Edge Gym , Kirk Remer, to explore his journey of personal growth and how his childhood experiences have shaped him. We dove into the importance of being open and honest in relationships, his passion for weightlifting, which began in his teenage years, and the mentors and coaches that guided him along the way. This discussion prompted reflection on Kirk's journey through college, the challenges he faced, and how he persevered to become the person he is today. In the final part of our conversation, we delve into Kirk's experiences with marriage and self-parenting, the importance of putting in the effort to ensure a successful relationship, and how his admiration for his wife has inspired him to continue learning and growing.

In this heartfelt episode, I interview my long-time friend Tory Dewalt. We reflect on our relationships with our fathers and our roles as older siblings, contemplating the lessons we've learned and how we can share them with younger generations. Our talk spans from the difficulties of frugality, shaped by our upbringings, to the appreciation of both the good and bad experiences in life. Don't miss this profound and insightful conversation as we explore the complexities of friendship, personal growth, and mental health.

In this episode, I interview my cousin-in-law, Jay Carpenter, who is currently a registered behavior technician working with autistic children while pursuing a graduate degree in clinical mental health. We dive into many great subjects such as cultivating self-awareness, self-esteem and social positioning, overcoming perfectionism, and the continuous path to self improvement. Jay's story is a powerful reminder that growth and self-improvement are ongoing processes requiring effort and momentum. Whether it's enhancing social skills in high school or taking actionable steps toward acceptance, Jay's experiences demonstrate that true change is possible.

In this episode, I interview Chris Mackenzie who has been the athletic trainer at Greendale High School for the past 23 years working with kids in all sports. Chris was the first person to speak openly about mental health with me and had a big impact on starting my own journey to dealing with mental health. We discuss some very vulnerable subjects around mental health in a marriage and the impact it can have. How stress can build and cause us to rely on ways to cope with it. As well as the evolving mental health of kids in school. 

In this episode, I interview my friend Dom Calvano who I have known for almost 10 years through Winners Edge gym. We discuss his transition to college and its effect on his mental health as well as the impact playing soccer had on his life. We also talk about Dom’s inclination towards awareness of his mental health and his desire to work on it.

In this episode, I talk more about the origin of this podcast and some of the events in my life that have lead me to this point. I dive into how I came to realizations regarding seeking validation, learning to let go of my ego and the important of meeting my wife.

In this episode, I interview my long time friend, Justin Quintero, for the first episode of Unturned Stones. We discuss a variety of topics revolving around mental health like the effect of his parent relationship on him in his younger years leading up to adulthood, men being vulnerable, expectations that society puts on men, and the inner voice that guides us through life.