The Next Level Guy Show

Real conversations – The work behind change The Next Level Guy Podcast is a series of real conversations with people who’ve done the work — physically, mentally, and emotionally. We explore how change actually happens, without scripts, shortcuts, or performance. What this show actually is This isn’t motivation. It’s orientation. Each episode explores how men build: clarity when they feel stuck or overwhelmed strength without burning out or numbing out direction when life feels noisy or unfocused The conversations are grounded, practical, and rooted in real experience — not theory or internet optimisation. If you’re looking for something calm, useful, and honest, you’re in the right place. The conversations You’ll hear from: athletes and coaches creators and thinkers craftspeople, professionals, and everyday men who’ve rebuilt themselves Some guests are well known. Others are quietly impressive. What matters isn’t status — it’s whether their lessons hold up in real life.

The World Is Made of Fire - Sam Sheridan on why comfort is the real risk 08/07/2026

Capability Is Confidence: Donny Dust on Cave Living, Combat Vet Recovery & Trusting Yourself Again 07/22/2026

Understanding Beats Fixing: Izzie Miller on Why Insight Isn't Enough to Change You 07/15/2026

Understanding Beats Fixing: Izzie Miller on Why Insight Isn't Enough to Change You “"You can't change what you don't understand."” Level up with the show-Notes at: You can't change what you don't understand. Most people don't need another productivity hack. They don't need more motivation or another morning routine. They need to understand why they keep repeating the same thoughts, emotions and behaviours that leave them feeling anxious, burnt out or never quite enough. Drawing on her work with hundreds of clients, mindset strategist Izzie Miller strips away the clichés around personal development to reveal what actually creates lasting change—and why insight alone is never enough. If you've ever known exactly what you should do but still found yourself stuck, this episode isn't about changing your life overnight. It's about finally understanding what's been getting in your way so lasting change becomes possible. #MindsetCoach #BehaviourChange #SelfTalk #Confidence #MentalHealthForMen #PersonalDevelopment #NLP #SelfImprovement #NextLevelGuy #NLGPodcast #MensPersonalDevelopment #MensMentalHealth #InnerCritic #SelfSabotage #EmotionalIntelligence #Authenticity #IdentityWork #SelfWorth #MindsetShift #GrowthMindset #PodcastInterview #MentalHealthPodcast #SelfDevelopment #LifeCoach #Podcast #MindsetMotivation 👤 ABOUT THE GUEST Izzie Miller is a mindset strategist, coach, speaker and founder of Project You, helping people build lasting confidence and emotional resilience through practical behavioural change. Drawing on her own journey alongside years of coaching individuals and groups, she focuses on tools that create real-world transformation rather than temporary motivation. 👥 THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF... You know what you should be doing but keep slipping back into the same habits. You spend more time criticising yourself than understanding yourself. You've achieved things externally but still don't feel like yourself anymore. 🗺️ WHAT WE COVER Why confidence is built through behaviour rather than positive thinking. How curiosity beats self-criticism when you're trying to change. The hidden patterns that keep people stuck without realising it. Why most people focus on fixing the wrong problem. How small daily actions create lasting emotional change instead of short bursts of motivation. /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/42106895

Have I Done Enough? — Richard Whitehead MBE on Gold Medals, Grief, and What Drives a Man to Keep Going 07/09/2026

Have I Done Enough? — Richard Whitehead MBE on Gold Medals, Grief, and What Drives a Man to Keep Going “"We need to change ourselves before we change the world."” Richard Whitehead MBE is a Paralympic gold medallist, world-record marathon runner and founder of the Richard Whitehead Foundation. Beyond sport, he has dedicated his life to challenging perceptions around disability and helping people realise their own potential through purpose, leadership and inclusion. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/richardwhiteheadmbe242/ Richard Whitehead has spent his life proving doctors, doubters and society wrong—but this conversation isn't about medals. It's about what happens when other people decide who you are before you've had the chance to discover it for yourself. We talk about purpose, grief, resilience, leadership, disability and the quiet question that still drives him despite everything he's achieved: Have I done enough? More than anything, this is a conversation about refusing to accept limits that were never yours to begin with. Whether you've been underestimated, written off or simply feel stuck, Richard's story is a reminder that your future doesn't have to be defined by someone else's expectations. ABOUT THE GUEST Richard Whitehead MBE is a Paralympic Gold Medallist, world record holder, marathon runner, professional athlete and a global advocate for diversity and inclusion. Born with a double through-knee congenital amputation, Richard has defied expectations from an early age, embracing sport as a way to live without limits, a philosophy instilled by his parents and one that continues to shape his life and inspire others. Driven by ambition and resilience, Richard set his sights on the marathon over two decades ago, completing the New York Marathon and proving that no dream is too bold. His athletic journey soared from there, winning gold in the T42 200m at the London 2012 Paralympics on home soil and subsequently adding further medals to his ParalympicsGB legacy. In 2024, Richard broke the world record for athletes with bilateral knee amputations at the TCS London Marathon and then smashed his own record later that year in Chicago, finishing in an astonishing 2:41:36. 2025 saw Richard complete a remarkable global challenge - 20 marathons across the world, culminating in his 100th career marathon in New York. But this feat wasn’t just about endurance, it was about connection. Through every mile, Richard championed inclusion, accessibility, and community, using sport as a bridge to bring people together. Richard’s 2024 world record has already been surpassed twice in 2026. He first smashed the record at the Milano Marathon in April, finishing in 2:40:47, before pushing the standard even further just two weeks later with a remarkable 2:40:25 at the TCS London Marathon. In 2021, he founded The Richard Whitehead Foundation, a charity dedicated to empowering disabled people through sport and physical activity. The foundation works to remove barriers and unlock potential, reflecting Richard’s unwavering belief that everyone, regardless of age or ability, has a gift worth nurturing. 2026 saw Richard also become an ambassador for Mental Health UK, a charity which champions the UK’s mental health. Richard is officially the fastest amputee runner in the world, and his story is one of grit, positivity, and boundless possibility. He continues to inspire generations to dream bigger, run further, and live without limits. www.richardwhiteheadmbe.com WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR This episode is for you if... you've ever felt other people's expectations have become your own. you're trying to build a life with purpose rather than simply collect achievements. you need reminding that progress starts long before confidence arrives. you've spent too long living inside other people's expectations. you've achieved things but still wonder if you're doing enough. you're trying to build a life driven by purpose instead of chasing the next achievement. you need reminding that your circumstances don't get the final say. you want to stop borrowing limits that were never yours in the first place. #Richard Whitehead #disability #running #amputee #NextLevelGuy #Podcast #MensDevelopment #Mindset #Purpose #Resilience #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Paralympics #DisabilityAwareness #BetterMen /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/42026840

The Body Keeps the Receipts: Tom Morrison on Why Strong Men Break First 07/03/2026

The Adopted Kid Who Built His Own Tribe | Chris Burns 06/27/2026

The Adopted Kid Who Built His Own Tribe | Chris Burns The Adopted Kid Who Built His Own Tribe | Chris Burns "It's less about what goal can I conquer and it's more about what makes me feel right in being alive." This conversation starts with jiu-jitsu but quickly moves into much bigger territory. Chris and I talk about adoption, belonging, depression, fatherhood, purpose, service, and what it means to build a life that feels meaningful rather than merely successful. If you've ever felt like an outsider or wondered what actually makes life worth living, there's a lot here to think about. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/chrisburns240/ Chris 'Bones' Burns is a Rickson Gracie black belt, educator and founder of Academy Jiu-Jitsu in Sydney. Known for his obsession with fundamentals and his refreshingly honest take on life, Chris helps people think more deeply about self-defence, purpose, belonging and becoming more fully themselves. Most people will look at Chris Burns and see a jiu-jitsu black belt. What they might miss is the deeper question that has driven much of his life: what actually makes being alive feel worthwhile? In a world obsessed with status, followers, achievement and constant optimisation, Chris offers a different perspective. One built around belonging, service, presence, family and finding the things that make you feel right in yourself. This conversation explores what happens when you stop chasing what looks impressive and start paying attention to what feels meaningful. The answer may be simpler than most of us expect. This episode is for you if you've achieved things in life but still feel like something important is missing. This episode is for you if you're tired of chasing what looks impressive and want to figure out what actually matters to you. This episode is for you if you've ever struggled to feel like you belong, even when you're surrounded by other people. #chrisburns #bjj #adoption #findyourself #belonging #depression #fatherhood #purpose #service #grappling #ricksongracie #academyjiujitsu #betruetoyourself /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/41843295

"You Can't Outrun Yourself" — Tom Jenkins on Drinking, Gambling & the Self-Worth Underneath 06/13/2026

"You Can't Outrun Yourself" — Tom Jenkins on Drinking, Gambling & the Self-Worth Underneath "You can't outrun yourself, but you can choose a different direction." Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/tomjenkins239/ What if the habits ruining your life aren't the real problem? For years, Tom Jenkins blamed the drinking, gambling, porn, failed relationships and reckless behaviour. But underneath it all was something far deeper: A man who didn't believe he was enough. The uncomfortable truth? Tom knew something wasn't right for years. He knew he wasn't happy. He knew the behaviours weren't helping. He knew he wanted more from life. But awareness alone wasn't enough to change. 🎙️ Meet Tom Jenkins — author of The Drunk Gambler with Erectile Dysfunction, entrepreneur, traveller, conservationist, and a man who spent years searching for meaning in all the wrong places. After decades of alcohol, gambling, pornography, failed relationships, self-sabotage and chasing the next escape, Tom eventually discovered that the thing he was really searching for wasn't out there — it was within himself. In this brutally honest conversation, Tom shares the mistakes, regrets, lessons and turning points that helped him stop running from himself and finally build a life worth living. We explore self-worth, loneliness, addiction, intimacy, masculinity, purpose, and why so many men spend years searching for answers everywhere except within themselves. This isn't a story about addiction. It's a story about self-worth. It's a story about facing yourself. And it's a story about discovering that no amount of success, pleasure, travel, or distraction can fix a problem you refuse to confront. #TheNextLevelGuyShow #MensMentalHealth #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth #MensWork #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfImprovement #PurposeDrivenLife #Masculinity #Confidence #MindsetShift #OvercomingAddiction #GrowthMindset #PodcastLife #TomJenkins #podcast /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/41632895

You're Not Broken — You're Avoiding This" | Sam Eaton on Depression, Action & Getting Unstuck 04/28/2026

You're Not Broken — You're Avoiding This" | Sam Eaton on Depression, Action & Getting Unstuck He looked fine on the outside — but was writing “I want to die” on his school papers. 🎙️ Meet Sam Eaton — once battling depression in silence, now helping thousands of men take their first step back into life. This episode will help you realise you’re not broken — you’ve just never been shown how to deal with what’s in your head. You’ll finally understand why you feel stuck, flat, or disconnected — even when life looks fine on paper. This will help you name what’s actually going on inside you — instead of just calling it “stress” or ignoring it. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/sameaton238/ You’ll walk away with a way to start again — without needing to fix your entire life first. You’ll feel less alone, less ashamed, and more capable of taking your first step forward — even if you’ve been stuck for years. Sam Eaton is an author, speaker, and founder of Recklessly Alive, a suicide prevention organization sprinting toward a world with zero deaths by suicide. Sam has spoken at over two hundred and fifty events throughout the U.S. sharing his story of battling depression and suicidal thoughts. Sam holds a master’s degree in educational leadership which he utilized to create the Recklessly Alive Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to bringing mental health awareness to young people. Sam’s first book, Recklessly Alive, was released in January 2021 and reached the top 200 best-selling books on Amazon. He has amassed more than 175,000 followers on Instagram and over 90,000 followers on TikTok. His newest book, You Can Do This: Daily Affirmations to Live Recklessly Alive published by Harper Collins is available now. Sam currently resides in Minneapolis, MN, where he enjoys collecting vinyl records, lifting moderately heavy weights, and trying every flavor of Oreos. #podcast #nextlevelguy #sameaton #recklesslyalive #newbook #author #youcandothis #suicide #changeyourlife #itsworthit #mentalhealth #depression /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/41053475

Consistency Beats the Perfect Plan: Alex VanHouten on Why You Don't Have a Discipline Problem 04/15/2026

Consistency Beats the Perfect Plan: Alex VanHouten on Why You Don't Have a Discipline Problem “You don’t have a discipline problem — you’re just trying to follow someone else’s plan.” 🎙️ Meet Alex VanHouten — exercise scientist and coach helping high performers cut through the noise and actually make progress that sticks. Coach Alex's personal journey started with him wrestling with a painful genetic disorder called Ehlers Danlos yet still achieving his deams. This taught him the discipline of 1% BETTER Daily and gave him a passion to help others do the same. Coach Alex completed his undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University in 2010 focused on chemistry and psychology. In the years since, he has earned certifications in personal training, corrective exercise, performance enhancement, and behavior change through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). He’s also written multiple peer-reviewed articles for the International Sport Science Association (ISSA) and published over 500 5-Star podcast episodes. He is a certified nutritionist and health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), and has been a professional coach and personal trainer since 2005. He works with everyone from everyday men to elite operators — showing them how to train, eat, and live in a way that actually fits their life. This episode will help you feel less overwhelmed and finally understand why nothing seems to stick — even when you know what to do. It will help you release the pressure to follow perfect plans, and instead focus on what actually works for you. You’ll feel more in control and more grounded, with a clearer sense of where to start — without needing to overhaul your entire life overnight. Most importantly, you’ll feel less alone in the struggle, and realise that real progress doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from doing the right things consistently, with the right support. #AlexVanHouten #EverydaySpy #personalfitness #performance #tier1 #covertintel #eliteoperator #activeduty #military #intel /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/40890395

What Changed After The Craig Harrison Conversation? 04/12/2026

The Man Who Made the Longest Sniper Shot in History Almost Didn't Survive Coming Home 03/19/2026

"You vs. The Man Who Walked In on Day One" — Rick Ellis on Training BJJ for Decades, Not Months 02/19/2026

"You vs. The Man Who Walked In on Day One" — Rick Ellis on Training BJJ for Decades, Not Months “You’re not in competition with anybody — you’re just trying to get better than the person that walked in on day one.” What if the reason you’re burning out, getting injured, or quietly losing confidence… isn’t your age — but the way you define success? Most men step on the mat trying to prove something. They leave years later either broken, bitter, or gone entirely. Most men don’t quit Jiu-Jitsu because they’re too old — they quit because their ego can’t handle not winning. This week with Rick Ellis, we break down why recovery is training, why intensity isn’t discipline, and why the only real competition is you vs the man who walked in on day one. If you want to train for decades — not just dominate for months — this episode will change how you measure success. You can level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/rickellis235/ In this conversation with Rick Ellis, you’ll hear a completely different framework: • Why taps don’t matter as much as you think • Why recovery is training • Why ego — not ability — is what really slows progress • And why the only metric that ever mattered… was you vs the old you. 🎙️ Meet Rick Ellis — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, creator of The Art of Skill, and author of a guide built for grapplers who refuse to quit. He didn’t start at 20. He started at 41 — and cracked the code on how to train, improve, and stay dangerous without destroying your body. If you’ve ever felt: Too old Not fit enough Behind everyone else Or quietly beating yourself up after a “bad session” This episode might change how you train — and how you live. Because this isn’t really about jiu-jitsu. It’s about longevity. Identity. And redefining what winning actually means. #rickellis #podcast #bjj #grappling #martialarts #oldergrapplers #oldergrapplerhandbook #artofskill #longevity #trainsmarternotharder #identity #killtheego #jiujitsu #whatsuccessactuallyis #redefinewhatwinningis #blackbelt #brazilianjiujitsu #dontburnout #injury #winthedecadenotjusttheround /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/40168195

"Loneliness Isn't a Personal Failure" — James K. Ellis on Why You Can Be Surrounded by People and Still Feel Alone 02/12/2026

"You Don't Rise to the Occasion" — Owen Livesey on Training, Fatigue & Why Confidence Isn't a Feeling 12/20/2025

Why Learning Butchery Builds Real Confidence (Skill, Control & Self-Reliance) 12/13/2025

Why Learning Butchery Builds Real Confidence (Skill, Control & Self-Reliance) Primal Eats: How Learning to Butcher Meat Builds Confidence, Skill, and Control in all areas of your life! “Confidence doesn’t come from talent — it comes from repetition, patience, and knowing what you’re doing when it matters.” Welcome to 'The Next Level Guy Podcast', a show built around one mission: helping men rebuild themselves from the ground up. We cover 🧩 Identity 🔥 Emotional Mastery ⛓️ Discipline ⚙️ Capability 💪 Physical Mastery 🎯 Purpose and so much more. What if one of the most expensive mistakes you’re making with food has nothing to do with how you cook — but what you don’t know about the meat you’re buying? In this episode, I sit down with Brad Baych to unpack why so many of us are overpaying, under-flavouring, and missing out on some of the best cuts of the cow — not because we’re bad cooks, but because no one ever showed us what to look for. Brad shares butcher-level insights that instantly upgrade how you shop, how you cook, and how you think about the food on your plate. It’s practical, it’s grounding, and honestly, it gives you that quiet confidence that comes from knowing what you’re doing — instead of guessing. (And yes… it also makes a cracking Christmas gift for the foodie in your life.) Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/bradbaych232/ 🎙️ Brad Baych is a butcher, chef, YouTube educator, and published author who helps everyday guys cook better meat, save serious money, and stop feeling lost in the supermarket aisle. From fine-dining kitchens to breaking down whole cuts at home, his mission is simple: teach what most of us were never taught. Listen to this one and you won’t just cook better — you’ll move through life with a bit more calm, control, and respect for what’s on your plate. #meat #podcast #nextlevelguypodcast #bradbaych #butcherwizard #eatbetter #cookbetter #newcookbook #newauthor #butchery #greatgiftforothers #impressdates #flavourmeatbetter #learlovelevelup #youtube #savemoney #savemoneyshopping /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/39396470

How Pressure Forces You to Find Your Purpose 12/06/2025

How Pressure Forces You to Find Your Purpose From Self-Doubt to World Stage: Andy Black on Pressure, Purpose & Progress “What if the people hyping you up are the very reason you’re stuck? You don’t need hype — you need people honest enough to tell you when you can do better.” What does real strength look like when the hype is stripped away? In this episode of The Next Level Guy Podcast, I sit down with elite Scottish strongman and World’s Strongest Man competitor Andy Black to talk about what actually drives long-term progress — in training, performance, and life. Meet Andy Black — elite Scottish strongman and World’s Strongest Man competitor who proves that simple systems, honest brotherhood, and emotional control beat ego every time. Most people think strength is about numbers, noise, and ego. This conversation proves it isn’t. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/andyblack231/ Andy breaks down why being the strongest guy in the gym can hold you back, why honest training partners matter more than motivation, and how elite performers handle nerves and pressure instead of trying to eliminate them. We dive into keeping things simple, competing against yourself, and shifting focus from ego and validation to legacy, family, and doing the work the right way. This isn’t a highlight-reel conversation. It’s a grounded, no-BS look at discipline, accountability, emotional control, and building something meaningful — whether you lift, compete, or just want to show up better in your own life. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why honest feedback beats praise every time How to use nerves as fuel instead of fear Why most people overcomplicate progress How to stop chasing validation and trust your own effort What happens when you shift from ego-driven goals to legacy-driven ones If you’re tired of surface-level motivation and want principles that actually stick — this episode will reset how you think about strength and progress. #AndyBlack #Strongman #Scottish #Scotland #Pressure #weights #weighlifting #motivation #brotherhood #principles #legacy #kids #fatherhood #ego #strength #truth #competition #recordholder #defeatnerves #liftbigbutlovebigger #friendships #itsyouvsyou #family /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/39307450

How Champions Build Mental Toughness Under Pressure 10/15/2025

The White Belt in Your Head Is Holding Back Your Progress 10/08/2025

Stop Making Dumb Mistakes in BJJ – Train Smarter, Progress Faster 09/10/2025

What Sheepdogs Teach About Leadership, Responsibility & Control 09/03/2025

What Actually Helps When You’re Mentally Struggling 08/23/2025

Ozzy’s Gone. Do we only care after people pass? 07/22/2025

Ozzy’s Gone. Do we only care after people pass? Ozzy’s gone. And suddenly everyone cares. But did they care yesterday? Did they tell him when he was here? Or are they just posting because it’s trending? This isn’t just about him. It’s about us. And how we’re wasting our lives pretending to care… too late. On today’s short and sharp solo episode, I get real about the performative grief we see every time someone famous passes — and how it reveals a much deeper problem in how we connect with the people who matter. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable watching everyone jump on the RIP bandwagon… you’re not alone. Be a real fan, not a social media follower. If you’ve ever wished you were better at telling the people you love that they matter — while they’re still alive… this is for you. This episode challenges you to drop the lip service, ditch the herd mentality, and start practicing authentic connection now. I also give you my simple, 3-step Connection Code — a practical way to make sure you’re not one of those people who only shows up when it’s too late. Stop pretending. Start living. Today. 👊 What You’ll Get in This Episode: Why performative grief is so common — and so empty How social media has trained us to fake connection The uncomfortable truth about your own habits The 3-step Connection Code to flip this and lead differently A personal challenge to act — today — while it still counts 🧰 The Connection Code: ✅ Daily — Presence Check: ask who needs to hear from you today, and act ✅ Weekly — The Call: pick up the phone for one meaningful call ✅ Monthly — The Legacy: ask what they’d say about you if you were gone, and adjust 🎧 Listen now, and then take 5 minutes to reach out to one person who needs to hear from you. Do it before it’s too late. 📲 If this hits home for you… Share it with someone who needs to hear it. Tag me with your thoughts. Tell me who you called today. Rate & review the show — and let’s keep raising the standard, together. Don’t just mourn the dead. Honour the living. /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/37511960

The Quiet Damage of Labels — and How to See People Clearly Again 07/05/2025

One Man, One Tube, No Shame: A Colonoscopy Confession 07/01/2025

One Man, One Tube, No Shame: A Colonoscopy Confession Harsh Truth #2: Colonoscopy – It's Not as Bad as You Think Guest: None Summary: In this cheek-clenching solo episode, Ian shares the joy (read: mild discomfort) of getting a colonoscopy — the glamorous life of a man with frequent toilet visits. Was it terrifying? Nope. Was it uncomfortable? A bit. Was he awake for the whole thing? Absolutely. This one’s for every lad who's convinced a colonoscopy means sacrificing their dignity. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. Key Points: Why Ian got the invite to the backdoor camera club (a.k.a. frequent bowel movements) What a colonoscopy actually is — and why it's not just for pensioners The prep: how to turn your bathroom into your best friend for 24 hours Being awake and not screaming — surprisingly manageable The nurses are legends: no judgement, no nonsense Why avoiding it is more painful than the actual thing Early detection saves lives, not pride Notable Reminder: "You’re awake, yes, but it’s not like they bring a film crew. Just one little camera, one big mission." "It’s a day of discomfort for peace of mind. And bowel health. Sexy, right?" "Real men don’t skip health checks — they clench and crack on." Main Lesson: If you think a colonoscopy is scary, try dealing with undiagnosed bowel problems. It’s awkward for about a minute, but it could literally save your life. Grow up, gear up, and get checked. Audience Challenge: Book that test you’ve been avoiding. Whether it's your GP, your bowels, or your blood pressure — get it sorted this week. No excuses. And if you've already had one, message a mate and tell him to man up and do the same. Even if it's a hard conversation, to start something that scares you, whatever it is, do it, start it, try it. Don't let short-term embaressment hold you back from long-term health or success. Links Mentioned: /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/37245595

Why Real Flexibility Lets You Train Harder — Without Breaking Down 06/21/2025

You’re Not Dead Yet — Act Like It 05/31/2025

You’re Not Dead Yet — Act Like It #224 – Matt Vincent on Radical Ownership, Living Hard, and the ‘Not Dead Yet’ Mindset "The story ends the same for all of us — so let it rip while you’re here. You're not obligated to exist — but you're here. So why not give it hell?" – Matt Vincent It's time to Stop Living on Autopilot and Start Chasing a Life Worth Dying For! ⚠️ Are you still waiting to live your "real life, the life that you actually want to live? Hoping you'll have time when retured to fufil all your dreams with dwindling time, energy and hope. Most men stay stuck in comfort until it's too late. In this raw, powerful episode, Matt Vincent shares how to stop drifting and start living like it actually matters. 🎙️Meet Matt Vincent — 2x Highland Games World Champion, entrepreneur, and the unapologetic force behind the Not Dead Yet mindset. He’s on a mission to shake you out of mediocrity and into a life worth dying for. Right now. You can level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/mattvincent224/ After losing his athletic identity to injury and burnout, Matt rebuilt himself — mentally, physically, and spiritually — to chase a life of meaning, discomfort, and daily progress, and wants to show how to discover yours too! Today, he inspires thousands through his brand, podcast, and raw message: you’re not dead yet — so live like it. What if the real reason you’re stuck isn’t fear of failure — but fear of truly living? In this episode, Matt Vincent challenges everything you think you know about comfort, purpose, and why playing it safe might be the riskiest move of all. Are you ready to find out what you're truly capable of — before it's too late? #MattVincent #NotDeadYet #NotDeadLiveLikeIt #MomentoMori #BeforeItsTooLate #podcast #NextLevelGuypodcast #burnout #mindset #lifechanging #transformation #selfdiscovery #stopwastingyourlife #leavethecomfortzone /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36800640

You’re Not Broken: Why Addiction Isn’t a Moral Failure 05/17/2025

You’re Not Broken: Why Addiction Isn’t a Moral Failure #223 – Adi Jaffe on Addiction, Shame, and the Real Reason You Can’t Change "You weren’t broken—you were doing your best with the tools you had at the time. Shame won’t heal you. Understanding will." — Dr. Adi Jaffe It's time to Rewire Your Brain, Heal Your Shame, learn Dr. Jaffe’s Tools for Lasting Transformation. 🎙️ Meet Dr. Adi Jaffe — former addict turned addiction recovery trailblazer, bestselling author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, founder of Ignited Recovery, and creator of powerful tools like SPARROW and E.A.T. His mission? To help you ditch shame, understand your behavior, and transform your life—one breakthrough at a time. Level up with the show-notes, available at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/dradijaffe223/ Once a meth addict and drug dealer facing a 10-year prison sentence, Dr. Adi Jaffe turned his life around after hitting rock bottom. Following multiple failed rehab attempts, he committed to deep personal transformation—eventually earning a Ph.D. in psychology from UCLA. Today, he's a groundbreaking voice in addiction recovery, the author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, and the founder of Ignited Recovery. Through his unique SPARROW and E.A.T. methods, Adi helps people overcome shame, understand their behavior, and reclaim their lives—without judgment and without needing to be "perfect." 🔥 What if your addiction—or your bad habit—was never the real problem? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Adi Jaffe (@dradijaffe) breaks down why we repeat the same patterns, how shame keeps us stuck, and how to actually change your behavior without hating yourself. We talk SPARROW 🧠, emotional hooks 🎣, radical acceptance 💬, and why relapse is not failure. #AddictionRecovery #SelfImprovement #MentalHealth #NextLevelGuyPodcast #dradijaffe #drugdealing #drugs #rockbottom #recovery #psychology #addiction #recovery #abstinence #unhooked #emotionalhooks #shame #badhabit #sparrow #eat #rewireyourbrain #healyourshame #radicalacceptance #relapseisnotfailure #transformation /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36608860

Why Most People Live on Autopilot — and How to Break Free 05/10/2025

Why Elite Fighters Use Yoga to Move Better, Recover Faster & Stay Dangerous 05/03/2025

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Why the Credit Score Game Keeps You Broke — and What to Build Instead #220 — George Kamel: Break Free From Debt, Ditch the Credit Score Game & Build Real Wealth “The borrower is slave to the lender. If you owe someone money, you’re not fully free.” — George Kamel What if your credit score obsession, buy-now-pay-later plans, and lifestyle creep are actually what’s keeping you broke? What if everything you’ve been told about money—credit scores, student loans, even buying your dream home—was a lie? George Kamel used to be broke, stressed, and buried in debt. Today, he’s a millionaire helping millions break free from the financial traps society celebrates. In this episode, he reveals the truth about money that no one else is telling you—and how to reclaim your financial freedom, one step at a time. You can find the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/georgekamel220/ 🎙️ Meet George Kamel — Debt-Ditcher. Mindset-Flipper. Financial Freedom Fighter. Once buried in $40,000 of debt and living paycheck to paycheck, George Kamel discovered the Ramsey plan, paid off everything in 18 months, and transformed into a net-worth millionaire by his mid-30s. Now, he's on a mission to help others break free from the myths that keep them broke—like the obsession with credit scores, lifestyle creep, and “normal” debt. Through his book Breaking Free From Broke and his wildly popular podcast and YouTube channel, George empowers everyday people to take back control of their money—and their life. George Kamel is a national bestselling author of Breaking Free From Broke and a personal finance expert. Following Ramsey Solutions' proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. Since 2013, he has served on the Ramsey team, speaking across the country, co-hosting top-ranked Ramsey Network podcasts, like Smart Money Happy Hour and The Ramsey Show. George has been featured on Fox News, Fox Business, and The Iced Coffee Hour, among other networks. On his YouTube channel, George educates and entertains, exposing the financial system designed to keep you broke. His goal is to help people spend less, save more, and avoid money traps so they can live a life with more margin, options and freedom. #GeorgeKamel #Money #debt #savings #pension #getcontrolofyourfinances #ramseyplan #smartmoneyhappyhour #breakingfreefrombroke #broketomillionnaire #moneysolutions #moneysavingtips #moneytraps #ditchdebtfast #studentloans #savingforthefuture #learnaboutmoney #buyingahouse /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36321565

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