In this episode of Midlife Male, I am joined by entrepreneur and best-selling author Jason Wachob. Jason Wachob is the founder and co-CEO of mindbodygreen, the leading independent media brand dedicated to wellness He is also the host of the popular mindbodygreen podcast, the author of Wellth: How I learned to build a life, not a resume, and the co-author of The Joy of Well-Being which he wrote with his wife, co-founder and co-ceo, Colleen. He has been featured in the New York Times, Entrepreneur...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 9 min
I'm thrilled for this special episode of Midlife Male, where I have the incredible honor of sitting down with three-time Super Bowl champion and all-around legend Troy Aikman. Together, we peel back the layers to reveal the man behind the myth, delving into his struggles with fame, divorce, and social anxiety. Troy opens up about his relentless drive, why he considers himself in the prime of his life, and how meditation has helped unlock a new level of growth. He shares his daily routine and hab...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Middle age is about making tough decisions — but do you know how to make bold decisions? The art of boldness is a desired trait but often misunderstood. On this episode, we’re joined by Jen Cohen, the entrepreneur and bestselling author of Bigger, Better, Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the Life You Get. Together, we dive deep into the concept of boldness, dissecting the misconceptions that often blur the lines between boldness, narcissism, and genuine confidence. Jennifer shares practical s...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 5 min
This is a re-air of episode 225 with Mick Batyske, originally released on May 7th, 2023. Mick Batyske is a multi-talented creative, entrepreneur, and DJ who went from presenting a 20-minute show on college radio to deejaying for Michelle Obama, LeBron James, and Jay-Z. Mick’s career as a DJ has taken him around the world and given him the opportunity to work with artists such as Adele, Busta Rhymes, and Leon Bridges. But he’s always happiest when he’s at home in Brooklyn, spending time with his ...
Nov 26, 2023•1 hr 43 min
This is a re-air of episode 183 with Chip Conley, originally released on April 17th, 2022. Chip Conley is the founder of The Modern Elder Academy and the author of five bestselling books, including Wisdom@Work, which is based on his experience of mentoring Brian Chesky, the CEO of Airbnb. Chip’s extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry proved invaluable to the founders of Airbnb, who came to regard him as ‘a modern elder’. Today, Chip has transitioned into a powerful advocate for the purs...
Nov 19, 2023•1 hr 11 min
This is a re-air of episode 210 with Coach Dana Cavalea, originally released on November 22nd, 2022. Dana Cavalea is the former director of Strength & Conditioning and Performance for the New York Yankees. In 2009, he was the recipient of the Nolan Ryan Award for the top Strength & Performance Coach in Major League Baseball, and today he applies the skills he acquired coaching professional athletes to his work as a High-Performance coach to top CEOs, Wall Street Fund Managers, and Sales ...
Nov 12, 2023•50 min
This is a re-air of episode 216 with Robert Irvine, originally released on March 5th, 2023. Robert Irvine is a celebrity chef, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He’s the host of The Food Network’s Restaurant: Impossible, the author of Overcoming Impossible , and the founder of multiple companies, including Fit Crunch, Robert Irvine foods, Robert Irvine’s Public House, and Fresh Kitchen by Robert Irvine. After growing up in a military family and spending 14 years in the Royal Navy, Robert feels c...
Nov 05, 2023•1 hr 11 min
This is a re-air of episode 199 with Cody Jefferson, originally released on August 28th, 2022. Cody Jefferson is a father, a life coach, and a former pastor who has overcome personal trauma and life-threatening illness to become a successful life coach and entrepreneur. Today, as the founder of the Embrace the Lion coaching program, Cody travels the country motivating good men to become great and have it all in life, love, and business.
Oct 29, 2023•1 hr 22 min
This is a re-air of episode 177 with Christopher Robbins, originally released on March 6th, 2022. Christopher Robbins is a husband, father, and the founder of Soul Degree, a coaching and personal development program for men that offers monthly meditations and runs restorative wilderness retreats. After twenty years of chasing the conventional version of success, Christopher has found his calling as a coach, meditation guide, and yoga instructor. He has also rekindled his love of the outdoors, an...
Oct 22, 2023•1 hr 18 min
This is a re-air of episode 168 with Jay Ferruggia, originally released on November 14th, 2021. Jay Ferruggia, aka The Transformation King, is a life and fitness coach to CEOs, entertainers, authors, NFL athletes, baseball players, and WWE entertainers. Jay has been helping men build better bodies since 1994, and through his top-rated Renegade Radio health and fitness podcast, he aims to help them pursue excellence in every aspect of their lives. As well as being an avid reader, a die-hard wrest...
Oct 15, 2023•1 hr 20 min
This is a re-air of episode 163 with Bobby Maximus, originally released on October 10th, 2021. Bobby Maximus is a man of many talents. He’s a former UFC fighter and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champion who has built a successful career as a trainer, fitness influencer, actor, and author. Bobby’s work is regularly featured in Men’s Health magazine, and his no-nonsense training methods help elite athletes, military personnel, and everyday people take their fitness to the next level. Known for his im...
Oct 08, 2023•1 hr 16 min
This is a re-air of episode 191 with Jacob Zemer, originally released on June 26th, 2022. Jacob Zemer is a weight loss specialist, high-performance coach, and public speaker who helps ex-athletes, business executives, and men like you and me look, feel, and perform better. Last year, Jacob’s highly effective, no-nonsense approach to diet and training helped over 200 people lose 20 pounds. His advice is sought after by celebrities and media outlets, and he currently works with and trains Brian Ma...
Oct 01, 2023•1 hr 7 min
This is a re-air of episode 152 with Robb Wolf, originally released July 25th, 2021.
Sep 24, 2023•1 hr 18 min
This is a re-air of episode 187 with Bob Harper, which was originally released May 22nd, 2022. Bob Harper is a renowned fitness expert, a New York Times bestselling author, and the creator of the Black Fire workout program. Best known for his role as the host of The Biggest Loser, Bob started his career working at the front desk of a fitness center in Tennessee. Eventually, his desire to succeed in the fitness industry led him to Los Angeles, where he became one of the most sought-after personal...
Sep 17, 2023•1 hr 36 min
Aug 20, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Sterling Hawkins is an international keynote speaker, founder of the #NoMatterWhat Movement, and author of Hunting Discomfort: How to Get Breakthrough Results in Life and Business . After achieving spectacular early success as a tech entrepreneur, Sterling went on to experience bankruptcy, failure, and self-doubt. Fortunately, reaching rock bottom taught Sterling resilience and allowed him to grow in new and unexpected ways. Today, he’s a serial entrepreneur who advises businesses on transformat...
Aug 13, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Jeff Patterson is the founder of Aspen Success Coaching and the author of The Big Thing Effect: How to Transform Your Life Forever . As a Master Success Coach, Jeff believes in challenging limitations and exceeding expectations. He inspires his clients to dream big, and his mission is to help the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world achieve the success they deserve.
Jul 23, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Dr. Todd Dewett is a highly respected speaker, writer, and educator who focuses on achieving success, mastering leadership, and building a life with a meaningful legacy. Dr. Todd has created more successful online courses than any other leadership expert, and he’s the author of several books highlighting the importance of authenticity, self-actualization, and living courageously. Dr. Todd’s latest book, Dancing With Monsters: A Tale About Leadership, Success, and Overcoming Fears , inspires us t...
Jul 09, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Dr. Kien Vuu, aka Doctor V, is the founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity and the author of Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance . Doctor V came to the US as a child refugee and went on to become a high-ranking physician specializing in Interventional Radiology. However, despite his financial and professional success, Doctor V ended up overweight, diabetic, and suffering from high blood pressure. Dissatisfied with his super-stressful lifestyle, he ...
Jul 02, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Ryan Estis is an outstanding keynote speaker and a founding partner of the ImpactEleven speaker training agency. His writing has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur, and his clients include Motorola, Mastercard, the NBA, Thomson Reuters, and Adobe. Ryan is a master storyteller and a leadership expert whose mission is to help individuals and organizations maximize their potential and inspire breakthrough performance.
Jun 25, 2023•1 hr 5 min
David Stewart is the founder of Ageist, a media company that champions the vitality, capability, and influence of the modern over 50. As a passionate advocate for living life to the fullest in middle age and beyond, David is in demand as a public speaker at premier venues around the world. He’s also the host of the Super Age Podcast and the creator of the Redesigning Age TEDx Talk. Before launching Ageist, David enjoyed an award-winning career as a photographer, and his work has been featured in...
Jun 18, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Pat Pascarella is a chef, an entrepreneur, and a committed family man. Pat grew up in an Italian immigrant family in Connecticut and learned to cook as a young boy. Today, he’s the founder of The Porchetta Group and the owner of four restaurants in Atlanta, Georgia. Pat’s values are rooted in family, community, and culture, and he has recently started to prioritize his health by incorporating a disciplined diet and exercise regime into his daily life.
Jun 11, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Adam Bornstein is a New York Times bestselling author and the founder and CEO of Born Fitness and Pen Name Consulting. Adam previously worked as a fitness editor at Men’s Health magazine, and he’s currently the editor-in-chief of Arnold Scwarzwenegger’s Pump Club. As a father, husband, and entrepreneur with a busy family and professional life, Adam believes in setting realistic fitness expectations and meeting people where they're at. He’s committed to helping people sustain healthy habits, and ...
May 28, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Frank Rich is a former bodybuilder, an entrepreneur, and the host of The Super Human Life podcast. As the founder and CEO of Rebuilt Recovery coaching program, Frank focuses on helping men overcome porn addiction and equipping them with the tools to regain control of their lives.
May 21, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Mick Batyske is a multi-talented creative, entrepreneur, and DJ who went from presenting a 20-minute show on college radio to deejaying for Michelle Obama, LeBron James, and Jay-Z. Mick’s career as a DJ has taken him around the world and given him the opportunity to work with artists such as Adele, Busta Rhymes, and Leon Bridges. But he’s always happiest when he’s at home in Brooklyn, spending time with his wife and playing Super Smash Bros with his seven-year-old son.
May 07, 2023•1 hr 43 min
Chris Salgardo is the CEO and founder of Atwater, an award-winning new skincare brand for men. Before launching Atwater, Chris had a long and exceptionally successful career in the beauty industry, working his way up from his first position as a makeup artist for Chanel to becoming president of Kiehl’s at 38. Now, drawing on his extensive knowledge of skincare and grooming, Chris has created his own range of effective and cleanly formulated skincare products, which are simple to use and specific...
Apr 30, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Forrest Smith is the CEO of Kineon Labs and the creator of the Kineon Move+, a targeted red-light and laser therapy device that helps relieve pain and improve mobility. As a CrossFit enthusiast and keen rugby player, Forrest is serious about health and fitness, and he developed the Kineon Move + to help people recover from injury, reduce inflammation, and stay active for longer.
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Dr. Jed Ballard is an ER doctor, an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, and a former US Army Ranger. In 2016, Jed was named the Ultimate Men’s Health Guy by Men’s Health magazine, and since then, he’s been photographed on the cover of numerous magazines and appeared on the Today Show and The Bachelorette . Jed also finds time for humanitarian work, and he regularly volunteers with youth leadership organizations in the US and medical charities overseas....
Apr 16, 2023•1 hr 16 min
David Lascher is a Los-Angeles based actor who grew up in Long Island and starred in some of the most popular TV series of the 90s, including Blossom , Sabrina the Teenage Witch , and the Nickelodeon cult classic Hey Dude . In his thirties, David diversified into writing, producing, and directing, and his film Sister premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2014. Recently, David has embraced the role of podcast host, and along with Christine Taylor, he co-presents Hey Dude…The 90s Called - a sh...
Apr 09, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Todd Anderson is a performance coach, public speaker, and entrepreneur who moved into the strength and conditioning profession after his career in the NFL ended. Over the last 10 years, Todd has helped thousands of athletes optimize their performance, and in 2020, he founded Synergy Dryland, an elite swimming program with his wife, ex-Olympic swimmer Katie Hoff. After spending some time with Jesse Itzler, Todd took up running, and in 2022, he teamed up with champion marathon runner Ken Rideout t...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min
