On today's episode, JK talks about how to use the concepts of absolute strength and relative strength in your personal development journey. JK also shares 4 podcast recommendations. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com Podcasts mentioned on today's episode: This Is Joy & Claire Mind Over Macros The Darren Woodson Show Higher Learning...
Jan 16, 2021•25 min•Ep. 23
On today's episode, JK talks about what he's bringing into 2021, and the concept of 'Standardize before you optimize' as a tool for goal-setting. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com
Jan 09, 2021•18 min•Ep. 22
On today's solo episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, JK talks about taking action by reframing the story we tell ourselves when we say "Once I can (x), then I'll be able to (x)." To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com
Dec 21, 2020•7 min•Ep. 21
On today's episode of the podcast, JK has a conversation with Charles Joujoute to get his perspective on evaluating personal connections in a post-election world. At the age of 5, Charles's family immigrated from Haiti to the United States. During Charles's journey from childhood to now commited father and devoted husband, he has had the opportunity to see, hear, and live through a multitude of experiences that shape who he is today. From those experiences, he developed a very candid and straigh...
Dec 08, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 20
On today's episode, JK shares his perspective on how to stay focused on your vision.
Dec 03, 2020•9 min•Ep. 17
On today's episode of the podcast, JK has a conversation with Taylor Hansen, Owner of Taylored For You Coaching and Host of the podcast: "Pursue Your Potential". In this conversation, JK and Taylor talk about her experience successfully completing the #75Hard program, which was created by Andy Frisella as a way to develop mental toughness. While the episode does contain some tactical information on how to tackle the program, this conversation is really centered around reflecting back on the expe...
Nov 14, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 19
On today's episode, JK has a conversation around the importance and impact of mindset development with Jenni Schierman. As a Mental Performance Coach, and Owner of JS Coaching, Jenni specializes in working with high performers, executives, and athletes in the motorsports industry. Listen in on this episode as Jenni shares how her background, from being an athlete to working in training, development, sales, marketing, and finance, have now led her to help others achieve the highest levels of exec...
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 18
On today's solo episode of the podcast, JK talks about outcome bias, and how it relates to the judgement of our decisions. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com
Sep 09, 2020•13 min
On today's solo episode of the podcast, JK talks about the importance of showing up, staying commited, and how it applies to pivoting in today's climate. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com
Aug 13, 2020•15 min
Today's episode features Mike Millner, Owner of Peak Optimization Performance, Host of the Mind Over Macros Podcast, and Author of The Personality Diet. In today's conversation, Mike helps JK understand why he believes coaches need coaching. As someone who has been in the fitness and nutrition space for the better part of a decade, Mike has no shortage of knowledge and experience. So why would he hire someone to coach him? Listen as he shares his point of view on not only this topic, but also so...
Jul 31, 2020•58 min•Ep. 16
On today's episode, Maggie Lakebrink has a conversation with JK to help him understand the concerns of teachers and other education professionals in the transition to re-opening schools. Maggie shares some details around what returning to school could look like, how the decision(s) to reopen schools could impact children, and tangible advice for parents to consider in the event that their children may be re-entering physical schools this Fall. Maggie also provides tips on what parents can do to ...
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 15
On today's episode, Jen Gaeding has a conversation with JK to help him understand the progression of her journey in the competitive worlds of boydbuilding and powerlifting. Jen shares her story of what got her into competing, the ups and downs of competition prep, the importance of having the right coach, dealing with judgement from others, and how she has remained driven throughout all of the stages of her journey. From focusing on the perfect pose to now squatting 3x her bodyweight, Jen gives ...
Jul 25, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 14
In today's episode, Colorado Fire Medic Nick Wingo has a conversation with JK to help him understand what it was like to build grit by completing the #75Hard Challenge. As a fire medic, father, and husband, Nick has no shortage of challenges. Despite those challenges, Nick knew there was something he could take on that might help him move forward in his quest to maximize his potential. Listen in as he shares his initial "gut turning" decision to start #75Hard, the strategies he used to get throu...
Jul 18, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of the podcast, JK has a conversation with his Dad, Jeff McLeod, on the importance of character. Since Achievers In Life in 1995, Jeff McLeod has placed a focus on building and developing character in the lives of boys ages 4 and up. Through this focus on character, Mr. McLeod believes that not only boys, but all people, can grow to be responsible and productive members of their communities. Take a listen as JK and his Dad talk about the 6 Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, R...
Jul 10, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 12
In this episode of the Help Me Understand Podcast, JK chats with Terrance Smith, Co-Owner of Sawed Off CrossFit (College Station, TX). This conversation goes into Terrance's health & fitness journey from client to coach to now CF affiliate owner. The guys have an in-depth discussion around the actions of (now former) CF CEO Greg Glassman, and the decision to remain affiliated with CF. They also discuss the larger topics of community, discrimination, and so much more. As the son of a police o...
Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 11
In this short episode, JK shares his thoughts on how much your title has to do with your ability to impact others. Connect with JK on Instagram: @HelpMeUnderstand_podcast.
Jun 19, 2020•10 min
The following words were written by today's guest, Jessica Colton: "That first smile. That first word. Those first steps. Time seems to be standing still as you wait for those moments to happen. Then, SNAP. Time hurls you forward and all of those milestones you anticipated, for what seems like forever, disappear in a flash. The memories joyfully made-the photographs eagerly taken-the “typical first-experiences” recorded; all of these experiences become evenly spaced points on a dotted line. One ...
Jun 14, 2020•57 min•Ep. 10
Today's episode of the Help Me Understand Podcast is pulled from the archives (recorded April 2020). JK sits down to have a conversation with Kyle Guerrero about their experience with taking on the #75Hard Challenge for the first time. In this episode, you'll learn more about not only the challenge, but you will also get candid and unfiltered access to the ups and downs that both JK and Kyle experienced as they tried to complete the program during the coldest months of the Central Illinois winte...
Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 9
In this bonus episode of the podcast, JK shares an update on his mission for 2020. This episode is dedicated to the memory and ongoing impact of Latya Taylor. If you would like to contribute to the college fund that will benefit her daughter, you can do so at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/latya-taylor-memorial
Jun 04, 2020•13 min
In this episode, JK has a discussion with Dr. Jessica Garcia. Jessica Garcia, PhD, is the Founder and CEO of Hummingbird Solutions, LLC, a diversity and inclusion consulting firm. In this role, Garcia offers business and community members the tools and resources to create and sustain inclusive environments for their employees, clients, and constituents. She has consulted with and trained thousands of participants across a wide range of industries in the public and private sectors providing inter...
May 29, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 8
In this episode, JK has a discussion with Mark Jenkins of Urban Purpose (Birmingham, AL) From his days of leading youth groups and going on mission trips, to his current role as a Co-Founder of Urban Purpose, Mark has shared his passion for being of service to others while also growing in his own life. Urban Purpose is an organization that works on building relationships, meeting needs in crisis, and rebuilding lives in the Greater Birmingham (Alabama) area. Tune in to this conversation to get c...
May 26, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 7
In this episode, JK has a roundtable-style conversation with Laurence Bell and Mike Millner about the impact of the Ahmaud Arbery case. The content of this dicussion offers a unfiltered, transparent, and diverse perspectives on race in America today. From sharing stories of their childhood, to now being in positions of impact as adults, join JK, Laurence, and Mike as they talk about their first reactions to the news, where they stand on the state of racial discrimination, and how this incident w...
May 17, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of the Help Me Understand Podcast, JK is interviewed by Mike Millner, Host of the Mind Over Macros Podcast. Topics of discussion include JK's backstory around how he first developed an interest in health & fitness, Neurotyping, his focus on "the basics", and his recent experience with attempting the 75 Hard Challenge. You can find the Mind Over Macros podcast on most podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and many more. To connect with Mike, check him out on In...
May 11, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 5
Enjoy this quick bonus episode of the Help Me Understand Podcast. Follow the podcast on Instagram at: @helpmeunderstand_podcast
Apr 30, 2020•9 min
In this episode, JK has a conversation with Taylor Lakin Hansen, the CEO of Taylored For You Coaching, Owner of Hula Hoop Fitness Utah, and Host of the Pursue Your Potential Podcast. As a Coach, Taylor works one on one with lifestyle clients to help them navigate through the highs and lows of health, fitness, and nutrition. In this conversation, Taylor shares her personal story, including her experience as a bikini competitor, personal trainer, and now online coach and business owner. She has be...
Apr 18, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, JK has a conversation with Jay Skibbens, Fatherhood Coordinator with Childrens Home And Aid (Bloomington-Normal, IL). From an early age, Jay knew that he wanted to help kids. Now, as a father himself (2 boys), Jay works directly with dads to help them find the resources and connections they need to impact their families in a positive way. This conversation is one that is full of tangible and actionable advice that any parent (not just dads) can put into practice TODAY. You can c...
Apr 10, 2020•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, JK sits down with Personal Development Coach Emilie Karun to discuss her approach to helping Moms overcome their fears, negative self-talk, and the self-imposed expectations that keep them from being their true selves. Emilie is the Owner of Emilie Karun Coaching, where she works with Moms to: "Remind you of who you are, and what's possible when you decide to show up for your own life." You can connect with Emilie through: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emiliekarun_coaching...
Apr 03, 2020•44 min•Ep. 2
Quick Bites are shorter solo episodes of the Help Me Understand Podcast. Much like the main episodes, Quick Bites address a range of varying topics. On today’s episode, JK talks about necessities, and a way to filter your frustration over your current situation. *********** What action have you taken based on today’s episode? Let us know. Email: HelpMeUnderstandPodcast.HMU@gmail.com
Mar 25, 2020•16 min
"Quick Bites" are bonus episodes of the Help Me Understand Podcast. These episodes are shorter, monologue-style episodes that address varying topics. In today's Quick Bite episode, JK talks about motivation, inspiration, and one of his "Whys" for staying focused. ****** What action have you taken based on today's episode? Let us know. Email: HelpMeUnderstandPodcast.HMU@gmail.com Instagram: HelpMeUnderstand_Podcast
Mar 10, 2020•15 min
"Quick Bites" are bonus episodes of the Help Me Understand Podcast. These episodes are shorter, monologue-style episodes that address varying topics. In today's Quick Bite episode, JK shares a short story about the time he was offered an unlimited tanning package, and why it's important to switch up your sales script. ****** What action have you taken based on today's episode? Let us know. Email: HelpMeUnderstandPodcast.HMU@gmail.com Instagram: HelpMeUnderstand_Podcast
Mar 03, 2020•15 min
