434. Unapologetically You: Courage, Calling, and Reinventing Yourself Author, Entrepreneur & US Marine Raider Veteran Nick Koumalatsos
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Release Date: 10/09/2025
447: The Hidden Power of Attention: How Kizuki Moments Lead to more Courage, Clarity, and Action An interview with author, yogi and founder of Kizuki Journaling Mae Yoshikawa
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
What if the biggest thing holding you back from your next breakthrough isn’t a lack of strategy… but a lack of attention? In this powerful and deeply moving episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with Mae Yoshikawa - writer, yogi, teacher, TEDx speaker, and founder of Kizuki Journaling - for a conversation that challenges how we think about awareness, action, and big dreams. Mae shares how the Japanese concept of kizuki - those quiet “aha” moments of realization - can become the foundation for meaningful change in leadership, business, and life. Drawing from her personal journey...
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446: Building Things That Last (Even When the Cartel Steals Your Stuff) Author & Founder of Saddleback Leather Co. - Dave Munson
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
What do you get when you mix adventure, leather, legacy, and a black lab named Blue? You get today’s incredible guest: Dave Munson, founder and CEO of Saddleback Leather Co. Dave’s story is as rugged and wild as the bags his company is known for. It all started with a single sketch in a Mexican leather shop and has grown into a globally recognized brand with customers who are passionate about quality, story, and craftsmanship. In this episode, we dive deep into Dave’s journey - from burning out as a youth pastor to selling handmade bags off the back of his Land Cruiser… to now leading...
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445: Designing Your Best Life: 4 Questions to Unlock Clarity, Confidence & Focus An interview with executive coach, entrepreneur & author Travis Ensley
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
We’re talking with executive coach, entrepreneur, and all-around epic human Travis Ensley about how to design a life you actually want to be living. And guess what? It all starts with 4 deceptively simple - but powerful - questions that Travis has been using with himself, his family, and now the high-level leaders he coaches. We dig into: What these 4 questions are Why they actually work (no fluff here) And how YOU can use them to make meaningful changes… whether you’re running a team, building a business, or just ready to live with more focus and intention. Travis also opens up...
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444: RESET Week 2026: How to Reflect, Refocus & Reignite Your Year - A solocast with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
We’re kicking off the new year with something that’s become a DREAM THINK DO tradition: RESET WEEK! That’s right - this isn’t about boring resolutions that barely last 48 hours. This is about real, sustainable momentum. In this solo episode, Mitch Matthews is back at the mic (refreshed from some unplugged “cabin” time!) and walking you through a 5-step strategy to reset your mindset, your goals, and your energy for the year ahead. This isn't about perfection. It's about intention. It’s about reflecting on what worked (and what didn’t), getting clear on what you want to...
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443: The 2-Word Mindset Shift To Save Your Holidays & Boost Your Joy A solocast with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
In this short and heartfelt episode… Mitch Matthews is keeping it simple but powerful. It’s a mini-episode, just 15 minutes… but it’s packed with a mindset shift that could transform your holidays (and maybe even your new year!). As we dive into this season that’s often full, fast, and a little frantic… we wanted to offer you a concept that’s helping Mitch to stay grounded, present, and joy-filled. It’s a two-word mantra that’s serving as his personal battle cry: “Christmas Curious.” Whether you're someone who loves spreadsheets and schedules… or you’re someone...
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442: The “ALL IN” Reset: What to Stop, Start, and Keep for 2026 [and beyond]
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
An Interview with former Navy SEAL, CEO & bestselling author Brent Gleeson In this powerful episode, Mitch Matthews sits down with Brent Gleeson - former Navy SEAL, CEO, and bestselling author - to dive into the mindset, routines, and values that allow you to go ALL IN on what matters most, even during the most chaotic of times… (even the holidays!). With insights from Brent’s new book ALL IN: The Pathway to Personal Growth and Professional Excellence, this episode offers a practical roadmap for finishing the year strong and stepping into 2026 with focus, clarity, and intention. Read...
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441: Stop Fixing Your Weaknesses: 5 Strategies for Designing A Life Around Your Strengths with John K. Coyle
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
An interview with Olympic Medalist, Author, & Design Thinker John K. Coyle What if your next breakthrough wasn’t about fixing your weaknesses… but doubling down on your strengths? This week on DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with John K. Coyle - an Olympic silver medalist turned Fortune 500 exec, design thinking expert, and Emmy-winning analyst - to explore what happens when you stop trying to fix what’s “wrong” with you… and instead, design a life around what you do best. John shares his journey from burnout and humiliation on the U.S. Olympic speed skating team to a...
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440: Call Out the Elephant: How Great Leaders Face Conflict with Empathy and Clarity An Interview With President & CEO of Des Moines University Dr. Angela Walker Franklin
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
In this inspiring and deeply authentic episode, Mitch sits down with someone he recently shared the TEDx stage with - Dr. Angela Walker Franklin. Dr. Franklin is the President and CEO of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, and not only is she the first woman and first person of color to hold that role in the university’s 125+ year history… she’s also a licensed clinical psychologist, a published author, and a powerful voice for leading with empathy, courage, and clarity. They dive into her unique upbringing in a small South Carolina town - where her family ran a funeral...
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439: Hope Isn’t Just a Feeling - It’s a Habit [Here’s How to Build It] An interview with Psychologist, Behavioral Researcher, and Author Dr. Julia Garcia
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
In this episode, Mitch sits down with the brilliant and bold Dr. Julia Garcia - a psychologist, behavioral researcher, and the author of the powerful new book, The 5 Habits of Hope. With 20+ years of experience working with students, educators, CEOs, and entire communities to create space for hope, Dr. J brings the science and the soul - blending tactical tools with raw honesty and deep life experience. This isn’t toxic positivity. This is real, grounded, authentic hope. And it couldn’t be more timely. As we head into the holidays - a season that can stir up a lot of different...
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438: Creating Stuff That Matters [and What to Do When It Falls Apart] An Interview with Entrepreneur, Author & Founder of LoveSac Shawn D. Nelson
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
We’ve got an inspiring and eye-opening conversation for you this week as Mitch sits down with Shawn D. Nelson - the founder and CEO of LoveSac. If the name sounds familiar, it should. LoveSac has become a billion-dollar disruptor in the furniture space, known for their ultra-comfy bean bags and their game-changing modular couches that are built to last a lifetime. But long before LoveSac became a publicly traded company with hundreds of retail stores… it started in Shawn’s parents’ basement with a roll of vinyl, some foam, and a wild idea. Since then, Shawn’s story has included...
info_outlineWhat does it take to fully step into the life you were meant to live? What happens when you lose a big part of your identity… and have to rebuild from the ground up? That’s what we’re talking about in this raw and real episode with Nick Koumalatsos.
Nick is a former Marine Raider, turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, coach, and author. He’s also the co-founder and CEO of Johnny Slicks, a fast-growing premium grooming brand.
He's also the author of Excommunicated Warrior: 7 Stages of Transition - a powerful book that explores how to navigate major life shifts without losing yourself in the process. With over 810K followers and 54 million+ views on YouTube, Nick’s message has reached people around the globe… and it’s not hard to see why.
He’s built a reputation for being bold, unfiltered, and deeply intentional - and in this episode, we go there.
Whether you’re facing a big change… wrestling with self-doubt… or ready to stop playing small, Nick’s story will encourage you to embrace the chaos, stop hiding, and courageously become unapologetically YOU.
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