The Essential 11 Podcast
1) Bryan Callen: Lessons on Inspiration, Parenting in the Digital Age, and Navigating Adversity
What happens when discipline stops working? When motivation fades, success feels hollow, and the version of yourself you know you could be starts clearing his throat in the other room? Many men feel s...Show More
2) Steve Montgomery: From Small-Town Upbringing to UFC Fighter – Building Character, Overcoming Challenges, and Leading Future Champions
Why do so many capable young men feel stuck—lacking discipline, direction, or purpose? What separates those who drift through life from those who lead with confidence and conviction?In this episode, w...Show More
3) Ash Seddeek: Mastering Leadership, Presence, and Communication – From Egyptian Fishing Boats to Coaching Corporate Giants and Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders
Why do smart, capable leaders still feel unheard? Why do ideas lose power the moment pressure rises?In this episode, we explore the hidden communication gap that keeps leaders from inspiring action—no...Show More
4) John O’Leary: The True Cost of Resilience – Family, Faith, and Rising Above Life’s Hardest Challenges
What do you do when life hands you pain you never asked for—and refuses to take it back?How do you lead, live, and love well when suffering becomes part of your story?Many people spend their lives try...Show More
5) Bill Blankschaen: Leading With Story – Discovering Identity, Building Clarity, and Transforming Lives Through Storytelling and Faith
Have you ever felt like you’re doing meaningful work… yet something inside you knows you’re not fully aligned with what you’re truly meant to do? Do you sense you have a message, a lesson, or a lived ...Show More
6) Jake Bell: Creating Films Outside Hollywood – Embracing Local Opportunities, Digital Storytelling, and Indie Success
Why do so many young creators feel stuck—limited by resources, confidence, or lack of opportunities—while a select few find ways to break through? In today’s episode, we explore the real challenges fa...Show More
7) Adam Woolard: From Self-Discovery to Health Advocacy – Building Resilient Relationships, Optimizing Hormones, and Leading with Purpose
Are you waking up drained, unfocused, and frustrated—yet every test says you're “fine”?Why does your energy keep dipping no matter how clean you eat or how often you hit the gym?What if the problem is...Show More
8) S.S Coulter: Reclaiming Childhood Joy – Reducing Screen Time, Boosting Imagination, and Empowering Families
Why does it feel like screens are stealing our kids’ imagination, our attention spans, and even our peace at home? Why are so many families exhausted, disconnected, and overwhelmed by technology—even ...Show More
9) Claude Silver: Leading With Heart – Empowering Authenticity, Empathy, and Personal Growth in the Workplace
Why do so many people feel like they have to shrink at work? Why do smart, capable leaders still battle self-doubt, burnout, and the pressure to hide who they really are? And what would happen if you ...Show More
10) Josh Kosnick: Faith, Resilience, and Leadership – Rebuilding After Professional Loss, Building Kairos Coaching, and Leading with Purpose
What happens when the life you built suddenly falls apart? What do you do when your identity, success, and sense of purpose are shaken to the core? Too many leaders push through pressure, burnout, and...Show More