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Today's guest, Robert Chu is the author of The Spiritual Samurai and the Power of 7. He is truly a spiritual samurai. Who Is Robert Chu: In 2018, he became one of the youngest Superior Court Judges in the State of California. Robert thought achieving his career dreams would fill the emptiness that he felt inside his whole life. Unfortunately, it didn't matter what success he achieved or material wealth he accumulated; the insecurities Robert felt never went away. In 2021, a childhood friend tragically took his own life, leaving Robert utterly shocked as he had no idea about his battle with depression. The weight of guilt consumed him, as he wondered if he could have made a difference had he known. Supported by his loving wife and children, Robert embarked on a transformative journey to become the best version of himself, not only in terms of physical health but also mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Robert sought to find the one missing piece that would make him feel complete and whole. His journey led to Peru in 2022, where he crossed paths with a man named Eric. Despite the number of challenges life had thrown at him, Eric radiated an abundance of love and light. After a week of bonding and sharing their life stories with one another, Eric said something that Robert will never forget. He said that he reminded him of a Spiritual Samurai who was able to help others defeat their demons with LOVE. In that profound moment, Robert realized that the special thing he had been looking for his whole life to complete him, was already within him. Spiritual Samurai Apparel: A Spiritual Samurai represents the unwavering spirit within each of us, a Samurai that battles and triumphs over our inner demons. Wear our apparel not just as an expression of style, but as a reminder of the Samurai within, ready to face and overcome any internal or external battle that enters your life. Join the Spiritual Samurai Movement and be a part of the fastest growing clothing brand worn by professional athletes, fighters, and a community of individuals committed to rise as the highest version of themselves. A percentage of all our proceeds is donated to suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Where Can I Follow Robert Chu: Spiritual Samurai Apparel - https://spiritualsamuraiapparel.com/ The Spiritual Samurai and the Power of 7 - https://a.co/d/8CEXf8r From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Trevor Martin is a leadership coach and the founder of RMF coaching, he is using his platform for slaying giants and crushing bullies. Who Is Trevor Martin: Trevor is a highly driven individual dedicated to coaching leaders and helping others understand that true success only depends on one thing… YOU. He believes that in order to get what you want out of life you have to choose to Just Do rather than Just Don’t. The "what if" game will kill dreams faster than anything out there and Trevor enjoys helping others understand that now is the time to achieve those dreams. To step towards that cliff of the unknown and take the plunge. Don’t let life control your moves, bend life to your will. Seize each day, stay strong, stand firm and give no quarter! Additionally, he is the Training and Development Manager at Manatt’s Inc. located in central Iowa. During my 11+ year tenure here I have continued to promote a safety-first culture, while leading in a way that puts the people behind the profit, first and foremost always. Where Can I Follow Trevor Martin: LinkedIn From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Gregg F. Martin is a retired US Army Major General who has went from fighting on the battlefields to mental health frontlines. Who Is Gregg F. Martin: Gregg F. Martin, PhD, Major General, US Army (Retired), served on active duty for 36 years, until May 2015. He is a combat veteran, Bipolar Survivor, Airborne-Ranger-Engineer qualified soldier, and Army Strategist. He holds a Ph.D. and two masters degrees from MIT, masters degrees in national security strategy from both the Army and Naval war colleges, and a bachelors degree from West Point. General Martin commanded an engineer company, battalion, the 130th Engineer Brigade in combat during the first year of the Iraq War in 2003-04, including the attack from Kuwait, up the Euphrates River Valley, to Baghdad and beyond. Military Career: He served multiple overseas tours, and, as a general officer, commanded the Corps of Engineers Northwest Division, was Commandant of the Army Engineer School, commanded Fort Leonard Wood, was Deputy Commanding General of Third Army/US Army Central, Commandant of the Army War College, President of National Defense University, and Special Assistant to the Chief of Engineers. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal (twice), the Bronze Star Medal, and the Combat Action Badge. Personal Life: He is married with three sons, two of whom are Army combat veterans, and one an artist. His daughter in law is also an Army combat veteran. His wife is an “Army brat” and heroine for persevering though their Army career and surviving and overcoming their bipolar ordeal, which has been the toughest fight of their lives. They live in Cocoa Beach, FL, where he is writing, speaking, and sharing his story of “battling bipolar disorder” to help save lives and stop the stigma. Where Can I Follow General Gregg F. Martin: Website - https://www.generalgreggmartin.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregg-f-martin-222735aa/ Where Can I Purchase General Gregg F. Martin's Book, Bipolar General: My Forever War With Mental Illness: Amazon Prime US Naval Institute Barnes & Noble From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.Wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Joel Freeman, is BODi supertrainer who has been helping so many experience bodi and mind transformation. Who Is Joel Freeman: Joel’s passion for helping people reach their fitness potential began during his time at Texas Tech University where he began working at a local gym. While he worked various positions within the gym, Joel always found himself motivated by one thing: making a personal impact on people’s lives and seeing that it doesn’t always have to be difficult to make necessary changes. In 2012, Joel relocated to Southern California as the new Group Exercise Director for the iconic Gold’s Gym SoCal, a franchise of over a dozen Gold’s Gyms across Southern California’s landscape. Touted as one of the most prestigious and successful franchises in the world, Joel transformed the Southern California’s group fitness market with new programming, the best instructors in the area and applied analytics and tracking that had never before been used in the industry. Super Trainer: When presented with the amazing opportunity to come to Beachbody as an exclusive Super Trainer in 2016, Joel didn’t hesitate! He collaborated with teammate Jericho McMatthews and in 2017 launched a new, record-breaking Beachbody program: CORE DE FORCE. A mixed martial-arts style home training program, CORE DE FORCE combines MMA combinations with high-intensity cardio and body-weight resistance training. Since launch, CORE DE FORCE has empowered thousands of people across the globe with increased confidence, self-empowerment, while helping them lose weight, tone their muscles and see their abs…some for the first time ever! After CORE DE FORCE, Joel began working on his first solo project hat was launched in 2018, LIIFT4. This 8-week, cutting edge fitness program was the first of its kind. It showed people how they could get unbelievable results in only four days a week. Over two years later and LIIFT4 is still one of the top streamed programs on Beachbody on Demand, surpassing 25 million views in January 2020. Riding on the success of LIIFT4, Joel began working on another fitness program. It embodied one of his own passions: boxing. Taking the best elements of shadow boxing, conditioning and strength training, Joel created a 6-week total body sculpting, calorie scorching program, 10 ROUNDS. It was an instant success upon launch, hitting over 5 million streams in just a couple months. Where Can I Follow Joel Freeman: Website - https://www.joelfreemanfitness.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joelfreemanfitness/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joelfreemanfitness From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV - www.ngbn.tv Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Luke DePron, is a highly sought after weight loss coach and founder of the Fit Men Project. Who Is Luke DePron: Hey there. I’m Luke, the founder of Fit Men Project. When it comes to the fitness industry I’ve been fortunate to have done it all. What started with a passion for fitness ended with a degree in Exercise Science Kinesiology, thousands of hours doing 1 on 1 personal training, working as corrective exercise specialist in San Diegos premier rehab studio, providing sport performance to Olympic and professional level athletes, to what I do now helping businessmen and entrepreneurs permanently lose weight and optimize their physiques, energy, and health. While I’ve been in the fitness industry for over 15 years I’ve always felt like a bit of an outsider. Looking around I saw trainers and coaches obsessed with exercise, and whose lives were consumed by the gym. That wasn’t me. It wasn’t until I began working with entrepreneurs and business owners that things clicked. These men were building companies, had visions, and needed exercise to support their lives NOT take over it. The exact relationship I had with exercise. Today I’m fortunate to support these men in their endeavors by helping them install fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle frameworks so they show up as the most fit, healthy, and energized versions of themselves. They’re crushing business and life! Where Can I Follow Luke DePron: Website - https://fitmenproject.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-depron-weight-loss-performance-coach-0755a238/ From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Chef James Yates, is in the business of cooking for superstars. Join us as we delve into the world of high-end cuisine for celebrities and athletes. Who Is Chef James Yates: Discover the culinary secrets that fuel the world's biggest stars, from Hollywood's silver screens to the adrenaline-pumping stadiums. In an exclusive interview, Chef James Yates shares his remarkable journey and the delicious stories behind his creations. Get ready to savor a feast of insights and inspiration in this episode of 'Cooking for Superstars.'" Where Can I Follow Chef James Yates: LinkedIn From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest is athlete, cyclist and speaker, Josh Quigley. What a ride it's been for Josh, from surviving a head on collision to cycling around the world. Who Is Josh Quigley: t's a tale of determination, grit, and pure, raw human endurance. Having been shared with the likes of Airbnb, Sky TV, Royal Bank of Scotland and Rapha, Josh Quigley's powerful story engages and inspires. No stranger to adversity, Josh has overcome obstacle after obstacle in the last 7 years. Mental health challenges. A failed suicide attempt. A near fatal crash, hit by a car doing 70mph whilst cycling across America. And yet, he's still here telling his story. Drawing on huge mental strength and resilience, Josh pushed through these chapters. What happened next? Josh completed his 26,000-mile cycle round the world at the 8th attempt, cycling 2,179 miles in 7 days to set a Guinness World Record. He impacted thousands of lives, through charity fundraising and public speaking work with young people in schools UK-wide. Where Can I Follow Josh Quigley: Official Website: www.joshquigley2026.com/ From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: Official Website: www.NGBN.tv Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest is best-selling author, Rick Jones. We go into detail about his career and books, while unmasking the Vatican Knights. Who Is Rick Jones: Rick Jones was born and raised in the Boston area and moved to Las Vegas in the early eighties where he graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a degree in English. He is retired from law enforcement and currently resides in Las Vegas where he writes fulltime. Rick Jones is also the bestselling author of the Vatican Knight series, which is in pre-development to become a television series through Amber Entertainment with Ileen Maisel (Dangerous Liaisons and The Golden Compass) acting as executive producer. He is also the bestselling author of the psychological thriller, THE MAN WHO CAST TWO SHADOWS; and the bestselling action/adventure series, THE CRYPTS OF EDEN, THE THRONES OF EDEN, CITY BENEATH THE SEA, THE SACRED VAULT, CITY WITHIN THE CLOUDS and CITY BENEATH THE ICE, along with the standalone THE MENAGERIE in the Savage/Moore action-adventure series. He has also collaborated with author Rick Chesler on FIRST STRIKE. The first seven books in the Vatican Knights series in Germany, published as Die Ritter Des Vatikan for Luzifer-Verlag, have all been on the bestseller charts becoming #1 on Amazon for Political and Military Thriller. To date, Rick Jones has sold more than 500,000 ebooks worldwide. Where Can I Follow Rick Jones: Official Website From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Scottish singer / songwriter, John Taylor, joins us to talk about his career, and latest album with hits like, Standing On a Mountain. Who Is John Taylor: John Taylor is a Scottish singer songwriter with songs in multiple TV shows, movies and commercials in the USA which has given him number one downloads and chart positions around the world. John released his ninth studio album "The world's gone mad" in 2023 and this year his songs have been used in the movie Dog Gone which was the #1 global movie on Netflix and also in the hit Amazon Prime show Daisy Jones and the six.  Music and Career: John's music spans many albums along with music in numerous movies, TV shows and commercials. Albums - https://www.johntaylor.us/buy-albums.php Film and TV - https://www.johntaylor.us/music-in-film-and-tv.php Where Can I Follow John Taylor: Official Website - https://www.johntaylor.us/ LinkedIn - John Taylor Facebook - John Taylor From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, former UK Paratrooper, Mike Chadwick, is a coach and author who is helping people with conquering challenges and defying limits. Who Is Mike Chadwick: Head of Performance and the founder of Tactical Athlete, Mike and his team of performance experts now coach elite sporting and Tactical Athletes from around the world, including organizations such as the UFC and international Special Forces. Background: Mike was at the forefront of changing the way British Army train today. His vision was to create an army of Tactical Athletes, where he was awarded multiple times in doing so. His methods are tried and tested from Tactical Athletes around the globe, boasting the highest pass rates for soldiers going through the most arduous military courses in the country. You can learn more about his philosophy of coaching in his best-selling book The Red On Revolution. Where Can I Follow Mike Chadwick: LinkedIn - Mike Chadwick YouTube - Coach Mike Chadwick Official Website - Coach Mike Chadwick From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting - www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Paul Moore, has been bringing the echoes of Éire in Philly and its surrounding areas for many years with his music. Who Is Paul Moore: He is a singer / songwriter who, along with his bands, Blackthorn, Paddy's Well and The Paul Moore Band have been entertaining audiences all around the Philadelphia area for many years. Paul's voice has a way of making you feel like you are sitting at a pub in Ireland. Background: A proud graduate of North Catholic high school, music and family have always gone hand in hand for Moore. Growing up, it wasn’t unusual for his family to sit around and have a singing session. He didn’t own a piano, but his parents could afford to rent an accordion. He parlayed that into a great side gig, playing all over the area and many times in Ireland. Where Can I Follow Paul Moore: Facebook - Paul Moore Upcoming Schedule: Friday (Sept 1) - Great American Pub (Conshohocken) - First Friday of every month @ 6:30 Saturday (Sept 2) - Anglesea Pub N Wildwood @ 9pm Sunday (Sept 3) - The Wharf Wildwood @ 7pm Irish Weekend (Sept 22-24) - The Inlet N Wildwood @ 2pm Irish Weekend (Sept 23) - Anglesea Pub N Wildwood @ 7pm From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Gordon Foot, spent 19 years as a member of the UK Royal Navy on nuclear submarines and today he looks to share his life lessons from the sea. Who Is Gordon Foot: Gordon is a retired Weapons Engineering Manager of the UK Royal Navy having served a 19-year career in nuclear submarines on special operations. Gordon Foot is a consultant and operates in a ship borne senior leadership role as a Senior Client Representative supervising offshore operations on major offshore wind farms, oil and gas and environmental projects. Background: Recipient of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service 2021 University of Plymouth UK – MBA Maritime Operations Middlesex University UK – MSc Professional Practice in Maritime Client Representation University of Leicester UK - MSc Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management Coventry University UK - MA Maritime Security Fellow: Nautical Institute (NI), Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), International Association of Maritime Security Professionals (IAMSP) Fellow & Chartered member - Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) Associate Member - Marine Mammal Observer Association (MMOA) Visiting lecturer - JFD/National Hyperbaric Centre - Conducting Leadership Client Representative training Volunteer - Hon. Secretary – Council Member - Nautical Institute UK SW Branch, Vice President & Executive Secretary – International Association of Maritime Security Professionals, IIRSM Fellowship Assessor, IIRSM Training Courses Approval External Assessor, Lead Managing Member - Offshore Safe Professionals Register (2016-2021), Maritime UK, Maritime careers ambassador to schools (‘Inspiring the Future’ program) Advocate – Mentoring at sea, Women in maritime careers and STEM, Safety Leadership, maritime careers promotion. ISPS qualified CSO and SSO including anti-piracy trained. Retired Naval air dive supervisor and now sports PADI Divemaster Where Can I Follow Gordon Foot: LinkedIn - Gordon Foot From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Michael Laidler, is a father, coach, professional speaker and best-selling author of the book, Greatness Beyond the Badge. Who Is Michael Laidler: Michael has had a diverse and impactful journey that has shaped his passion for personal development and leadership. Growing up in Miami, Florida, under the care of a single mother and grandmother, he learned resilience and self-reliance at an early age due to the absence of a father figure. The challenges of his upbringing taught him the importance of self-leadership and adaptability in navigating life's uncertainties. At just 19 years old, Michael embarked on a career as a police officer in Tallahassee, Florida. Seeking further growth and diverse experiences, Michael transitioned to become a Border Patrol Agent in Laredo, Texas, where he served as a K-9 Handler and a member of specialized field units. As he sought more challenging roles, he joined the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Within this agency, he embraced positions of increasing responsibility, each contributing to his development as a well-rounded law enforcement officer. These positions included Correctional Officer, Special Investigative Services Technician, Lieutenant, Special Investigative Agent and Employee Development Manager. Each of these roles developed his expertise as a law enforcement officer. Michael's Mission: His mission is to motivate, inspire, and ignite high-stress individuals worldwide. Michael is committed to transforming lives and mindsets through engaging keynotes, transformative seminars, and comprehensive 360 leader assessments. His focus is on empowering personal development and fostering strong leadership skills, enabling individuals to thrive in demanding environments. Michael's Vision: Michael's vision is to be a global leader in building and empowering high stress people across the world. He aspires to be recognized as a respected and reputable authority in the field of personal development and leadership, setting the standard for excellence. Where Can I Follow Michael Laidler: Official Website - Michael Laidler LinkedIn - Michael Laidler From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Rick Cooper, is a former officer in the London Fire Service, GB athlete, personal trainer, educator, now coach and speaker who is inspiring a thriving MENtality in others. Who Is Rick Cooper: Pulling on a density of real-world application, his energy, presence, and proven insights fill a room with relentless passion and inspiration to explore becoming the best you can be. Rick Cooper is a former officer in the London Fire Service, rugby player, GB athlete, personal trainer, educator, now coach and speaker. He has the rare commodity of knowledge and experience to call upon in guiding and supporting others in living an extraordinary life. Rick provides a unique perspective of dual exposure of high pressure, high stress environments, to the intimate personable space of mental and physical change. He will set a fire to the seat of every individual and team he connects with to ignite action for a remarkable transformative experience. Rick holds qualification awards as an accredited Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner Master Coach, Educator and Trainer, Assessor of Vocational Achievement. He is also a Level 3 qualified Personal Trainer and Strength Coach. Teams and Corporate: Winning is truly forged when we are brave enough & courageous enough to paint outside the lines & face head on to what truly enhances performance, increases profit margin or connect our teams to fulfill potential. It’s the world class ability to connect to the heart of others, build rapport, deepen relationships & become world class communicators. Be that the sports field or battlefield of the corporate world, winning is a formula set in belonging & fulfilment. The Education Athlete: This innovative & pioneering program will help 13-18 year old young men. It will allow them to have clarity on who they are, what they value. They will gain the confidence to drive towards who they want to be and where they want to go. It will challenge them to step up & take responsibility for their lives. Rick's aim is to develop & empower young men to live an authentic life of independence, passion, with a deep sense of self & purpose. Where Can I Follow Rick Cooper: Official Website: https://www.rick-cooper.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-cooper-516660183/ From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, Erik Westrum, is a former professional hockey player turned author, coach and speaker who is now helping people making the shift to elite. Who Is Erik Westrum: Erik Westrum is a former professional hockey player, author, motivational speaker, leadership coach, and entrepreneur at heart. He has had a passion to help others since he was a young child, and this has not changed as he continues to fulfill his purpose in life—to be a Servant Leader. During his hockey playing years, he faced daily challenges to make it to the top. By implementing the tools and strategies discussed in his book, he was able to consistently perform at the top of his game. After retiring from hockey and trying to figure out the next step in life, Erik struggled with finding out what success looked like being off the ice. He shortly realized the steps and tools he used as a high-performing athlete could transfer to many other areas of life. And once again, his life changed dramatically. After coaching hundreds of people over the past 22 years, Erik has helped people break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back. Through this process he has established the principles and processes of Becoming Elite and what it takes to transform your life using 4 proven pillars of performance. Life’s too short to not try and become elite. This book will help you learn how to make simple adjustments to your day and with consistency, over time you will develop better habits to get you to the top of your game—becoming elite! Becoming Elite: Becoming Elite focuses on the Four Proven Pillars of Performance: Pillar 1: The Psychological Shift – Transformation begins with your mind. Are you currently in a fixed or growth mindset? Pillar 2: The Physical Shift – Physical activity is key to performance and productivity. How active are you right now? Pillar 3: The Spiritual Shift– Knowing who you are and being at peace. What are your beliefs and values? Pillar 4: The Emotional Shift – Being intentional in how you show up. Are you choosing to live intentionally? Where Can I Follow Erik Westrum: Official Website - Erik Westrum LinkedIn - Erik Westrum From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guests, Jonny Grayshon, is a former professional rugby player turned trainer and coach who is now helping those scrumming for success and tackling life's challenges. Who Is Jonny Grayshon: Jonny spent over 12 years at the pinnacle of professional sport, with over 200 Super League appearances. Renowned for his mental toughness, upon retiring from professional sport Jonny became an elite-level strength and conditioning coach. He's the founder of an international body transformation business that has changed the lives of over 1,000 clients to date. He's a proud dad of two and is committed to doing the inner work required to understand what true masculinity looks like in the second peak of life. NXT 45: Too many men are struggling to navigate midlife with catastrophic consequences to family, relationships, communities and society. Our mission is to change the conversation about men's health. Empowering and educating men to become the best versions of themselves in the second half of life. Where Can I Follow Jonny and NXT 45: Official Website - NXT 45 LinkedIn - Jonny Grayshon From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guests, Joey Bowen and Drew Beech are co-founders of "Few Will Hunt". They join me today to talk about their community and motivational apparel line. Few Will Hunt Our Story: It all started in 2017. For a year straight, two cousins, Joey and Drew, spent their daily commutes through the gritty streets of Philadelphia on the phone together. On these calls, they talked about business and life — especially the concerning trends of self-entitlement and shortcut-seeking that they were witnessing in society. These trends made them feel alone in an ever-softening world. “Are we the only ones that still believe in the power of hard work?”, Drew asked. Joey responded, “It’s like we say at my hunting cabin — everybody wants to eat, but few will hunt.” This statement perfectly summed up their frustrations with society. It became their mantra. Everybody wants the fit body, the big promotion, the good life, the successful business… but very, very few people are willing to work hard, risk, and suffer for these results. In that moment, they made a pact. Through their own hard work, they would start a countermovement to put society back on track. Aptly named Few Will Hunt®, their movement would leave a lasting impression on the world by restoring the dignity of hard work. That same night, Joey (from the tech industry) designed a t-shirt with their mantra and Drew (already in the apparel industry) put it into production. This first, humble Few Will Hunt t-shirt would serve as the flag for their movement. Community: They started an Instagram community and focused on creating inspiring, educational content to help others like them endure pain and embrace risk as they worked hard toward their goals. By mid 2018, the Few Will Hunt® community was growing and it was hungry for more apparel. Community members didn’t want to just read the hard-hitting statements from Few Will Hunt’s Instagram posts. Apparel: They felt the Few Will Hunt® movement in themselves, and they wanted to wear it on themselves. After a year of community-building through content only, Joey and Drew got serious about their apparel and officially treating this like a family business. And they were strongly aligned with the impact that they wanted to leave on the world. FEW WILL HUNT® APPAREL IS NOW TESTED, TRUSTED, AND WORN BY HARD WORKERS IN OVER 75 COUNTRIES. You’ll see it on the backs of the hard workers everywhere — from budding writers pounding their keyboards at your local coffee shop to professional fighters pounding their opponents under the bright lights of the UFC octagon. Through painstaking, relentless hard work, Joey and Drew have grown the Few Will Hunt® movement from 100 hard workers in 2017 to over 100,000 hard workers today. Their impact has become undeniable in society… And the best part is WE (yes, including you reading this now) are just getting started. Let's hunt! Where Can I Follow Few Will Hunt (Joey Bowen & Drew Beech): Official Website - Few Will Hunt Instagram - Joey Bowen Instagram - Drew Beech From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting: www.wolfingerforensics.com

Today's guest, adventure / mountaineer, author and motivational speaker, Alex Staniforth joins the show to talk about how he is looking to help people through his charity, Mind Over Mountains. Who is Alex Staniforth: This isn’t your typical story about climbing Everest. I had an unassuming and fairly ordinary beginning brought up in Kelsall, near Chester, but like many others, had an Everest to climb before even reaching base camp. Suffering a mild form of epilepsy at nine years old shattered my confidence and self-esteem with panic attacks and anxiety. Relentless bullying throughout school and a lifelong stammer in my speech left me in a ‘victim’ mindset. A fateful encounter with paragliding on holiday aged thirteen unearthed a passion for the outdoors – a way to prove myself wrong and choose my challenges instead. I began to question these self-limiting beliefs through outdoor challenges and learning that we can’t always choose our challenges – but we can choose how we respond. Everest: The question captivated me and climbing to the summit of the worlds’ highest peak seemed the ultimate achievement. I climbed Mont Blanc in 2012 aged 17 and headed to the Himalayas for the first time in 2013 to attempt Mera Peak (6,476m) and Baruntse (7,129m). Challenges are a great opportunity to create something bigger, and fundraising for charities also led to being selected as a London 2012 Olympic Torchbearer through Chester. I’ve always had the support and belief of my parents, albeit they were never going to sign a cheque for the Everest expedition, nor was my job washing pots in the local pub. I was going to have to find a way or make one and have single-handedly funded my expeditions through corporate sponsorship. My first attempt to climb Everest in 2014 ended in disaster with an avalanche which tragically killed sixteen people and cancelled the expedition. In 2015 I returned when our team were trapped on the mountain with my team as a huge earthquake struck Nepal and devastated the country, whilst taking the lives of three team-mates at base camp. Where Can I Follow Alex Staniforth: Chris can be found on: Alex Staniforth on LinkedIn Official Website - Alex Staniforth From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - Wolfinger Consulting

Today's guest, mental health advocate, inspirational/motivational speaker and successful small business owner, Chris Smith, shares his journey from incarceration and addiction to relentless force of inspiration. Who is Chris Smith: Chris Smith's journey from a dark past of incarceration, addiction, and mental health struggles to becoming an inspirational speaker, mental health advocate, and successful small business owner is nothing short of remarkable. His life is a testament to the transformative power of perseverance, resilience, and the human spirit. Today, Chris stands tall as an influential motivational speaker, captivating audiences with his raw honesty, captivating storytelling, and infectious enthusiasm. His powerful words resonate deeply, providing hope and encouragement to countless individuals who are navigating their own journeys of personal growth and recovery. In addition to his speaking engagements, Chris has channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into the creation of a successful small business. Drawing from his life experiences, he has built a thriving enterprise that not only generates economic opportunities but also serves as a platform for promoting social change. Through his business, he actively supports other individuals in recovery, providing them with employment and a chance to rebuild their lives. Chris Smith's story is a testament to the incredible strength of the human spirit and the capacity for transformation. From the depths of despair, he has risen to become an inspiration to others, dedicating his life to helping people overcome adversity and find their own path to recovery and success. With unwavering determination, he continues to empower and uplift those around him, leaving an indelible mark on the world and proving that even the darkest past can lead to a bright and promising future. Where Can I Follow Chris Smith: Chris can be found on: Chris Smith on LinkedIn From Your Host: "I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys." ~Charles Wallace Follow Charles: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram - chalwallace About NGBN TV: NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network. It serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence. If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience. Please reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us. For more information, go to: NGBN TV Our Sponsor: This episode has been brought to you by Wolfinger Consulting, be sure to visit them at: Official Website - www.wolfingerforensics.com