One Part Lion - One Part Lamb with Stephen Scoggins
One Part Lion – One Part Lamb is a leadership podcast for founders who want to build revenue, freedom, and legacy without sacrificing their peace, integrity, or faith. Hosted by entrepreneur, speaker, and bestselling author Stephen Scoggins, it explores how courage and restraint, conviction and compassion can coexist in mature leadership. Episodes feature practical strategies and conversations with world-class entrepreneurs and guests. The show is aimed at leaders who refuse to choose between strength and soul.
Episodes
Stop Rebuilding Your Life (Do This Instead) | Tanya C. Oliver
You can have the house, the car, the trophies and the stage, and still be stuck asking, "And then what?" Performance coach Tanya C. Oliver hit that question at rock bottom, and her answer wasn't to rebuild her old life. It was to build something completely new. Tanya is a performance coach for Kingdom entrepreneurs with more than 20 years teaching high achievers emotional intelligence, high-perfor
You Can't Scale Dysfunction (Why Most Founders Aren't Ready to Go Viral) | Remy Davenport
Remy Davenport has generated 850 million views for his clients, and he still turns founders away. His reason: a platform only amplifies what's already inside you, and he won't put a megaphone on dysfunction. Stephen Scoggins sits down with Remy, a content strategist who builds platforms for faith-led founders, to explore one of the hardest questions in leadership: when are you ready to be seen, an
Your Heroes Aren't Who You Think They Are | Rhonda Klch on Trust, Mentorship & Real Success
Rhonda Kich has spent 20 years in the rooms where deals get done, and she's met heroes who weren't who they claimed to be. Stephen Scoggins and Rhonda talk about finding mentors you can actually trust in a world full of performers. Rhonda is a dealmaker, strategic advisor, host of the Unfiltered podcast, and president of Mentor Box 2.0. She has helped founders, fund managers, athletes, and enterta
5 Failed Rehabs, Then He Made a Deal With God | Bernard Quisumbing
Bernard Quisumbing's story of addiction recovery, faith, and grief: five failed rehabs, 14 years on meth, and the prayer that set him free. Twenty years later, he's walking through the one loss he can't outwork. Stephen Scoggins sits down with Bernard, former hip-hop artist, former top-performing car salesman, and fitness and wellness thought leader with the Don't Quit Legacy Foundation, for one o
What's Yours to Carry? The Question That Ends Excuses | Dan Sachkowsky
He had the mansion, the exotic cars, and every marker of "made it" by age 24 — and none of it was real. It took a heart attack to show him why. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Dan Sachkowsky — performance coach, founder of Big D Coaching, and author of the upcoming book Following Your Way Uphill — for a conversation about what happens when strength becomes the very thing that's holding you
Paralyzed. Suicidal. Then He Surrendered, And EVERYTHING Shifted | Marcus Aurelius Anderson
At 40, Marcus Aurelius Anderson was paralyzed from the neck down and, in his own words, suicidal. What finally moved him wasn't willpower, it was surrender. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Marcus Aurelius Anderson — Army veteran, author, speaker, and CEO of Catalyst International — to talk about the four months he spent fighting his own paralysis before he finally stopped resisting it. The
Why You Snap At People You Love, The ALIGN Method, & Why ADHD Isn't A Disorder | Sara Hartley
Your body knows if a room is safe before your brain even understands why. If you don't know what to do with that signal, it doesn't just disappear, it gets handed to the people who love you most. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Sara Hartley, ADHD and nervous system regulation coach and children's book author, to unpack the hidden physical sequence that happens in your body in the seconds b
The Car Crash That Changed Everything | Dana Flanagan
Most people are chasing visibility while their credibility quietly runs out, and that gap once cost Dana Flanagan's entire team their paycheck. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Dana Flanagan, a real estate authority turned media strategist and founder of The Authority Architects, to unpack the real difference between being seen and being trusted. Dana shares the business partner whose visib
Why This CEO Slept In His Car For His Team | Joel Puthoff
Leaders who do deep soul-level work outperform everyone else by 20 to 1, and Joel Puthoff found his way into that number the hard way: sleeping in his car for a week just to make payroll. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Joel Puthoff, CEO and co-founder of Linxy and author of Capability Fuel, to talk about what actually separates leaders who build lasting capacity from those who just borrow
The Study That Should Scare EVERY Leader | Lucas Sherraden
95% of people believe they're completely self-aware. Only 10% actually are, and that gap nearly cost this week's guest his business, his family, and his sanity. On this episode of One Part Lion, One Part Lamb, Stephen sits down with Lucas Sherraden, pastor turned real estate leader turned author of The Uncaged Leader, to unpack the hidden programming running underneath every decision we make. Luca
He Built a 9-Figure Business & Almost Lost His Family | George Rivera
George Rivera built a multiple nine-figure business empire, and quietly trained his own son to stop asking him for anything along the way. The world saw the revenue, the exits, the team of 40. What it didn't see was a father who missed 39 of his own son's 40 basketball games, a deathbed confession that became a life sentence, and a business built on a design flaw he didn't know how to name. Stephe
Why "Strong" Leaders Are the Ones Hiding the Most | Tyler Dickerhoof
He believed the mirror told him the truth about who he is, until a mentor showed him it only reflects intentions, not actions. That one idea unravels into a story about intensity, insecurity, and a marriage he nearly let his own "strength" wreck. In this episode, Stephen sits down with Tyler Dickerhoof, bestselling author of The Things We Hide and founder of a leadership movement that's impacted m
4 Guests, 4 Gut-Punches: The Best of One Part Lion One Part Lamb
This week's episode is a mashup of some of the most talked-about moments from recent conversations on One Part Lion One Part Lamb. Host Stephen Scoggins sits down with four guests — Chris Sain, Dana Grant, Adetayo Ibijemilusi, and Buddy Clay — for a collection of stories and hard truths our audience couldn't stop sharing. Chris Sain opens up about staying grounded when nobody knows your name yet,
Driving Uber Eats at 2AM to $450k+ a Year | Tayo Lusi
A note that said "sorry, mom." A voice that said "it's not your time." That's where this conversation starts. My guest today is Tayo Lusi — founder of the 1% University, where he teaches AWS Cloud Engineering, personal branding, and sales to help people escape the 9-to-5 and build six-figure consulting businesses. But before any of that, Adetayo survived a suicide attempt, dropped out of college,
Ego vs. Soul: Why Successful Leaders Keep Self-Sabotaging | Dana Grant
She spent years building a record-breaking, multi-million dollar business while the man she trusted most was quietly poisoning her. The world saw the awards, the income, the beautiful home. What it didn't see was 80 pounds of unprocessed grief, a staph infection eating away her legs, and a truth she wasn't allowed to say out loud. What she rebuilt after that truth finally broke open will change h
He Built It From Nothing, Got Betrayed at the Top, and Lost Everything in One Morning | Josh Kosnick
What does it actually cost to win at work while slowly losing everything that matters most? I've been sitting with that question since this conversation ended. My guest today, Josh Kosnick, was at the absolute peak of his career, leading a firm of 250 people, hitting every metric, checking every box, and in one morning at a Marriott, it was gone. A fabricated lawsuit from someone he mentored. A
He Built a 7-Figure Business While Battling Stage 4 Cancer | Buddy Clay
He was 33, healthy, building a mental health company from scratch, and a routine mole check came back stage three cancer. Four years later, it came back stage four. What he built in the middle of that will change how you think about leadership, faith, and what you're actually standing on. Buddy Clay is the founder of New Hope Institute, a multi-seven-figure mental health and addiction recovery o
She Asked His Credit Score on the First Date, Now They Run a Multi-Million Dollar Business
She asked his credit score on the first date. He showed up thinking it was a date, she showed up with a five-year plan. What happened next built an empire. Dedric and Krystal Polite are the husband-and-wife real estate powerhouse and stars of the hit show 50/50 Flip. After corporate layoffs, betrayal from business partners, and building from nothing, they turned their relationship into a multi-m
How He Built Wealth Starting With $250 (And Why Rich People Aren't Who You Think) | Chris Sain
Chris Sain built a million-subscriber community and retired at 37, starting with just $250 a month. No inheritance. No silver spoon. Just consistency, faith, and a refusal to run in the victim Olympics. In this episode, Stephen and Chris go beyond the tactics and into the real conversation behind wealth, the mindset traps, the biblical principles, the emotional discipline required, and why being g
You're Not Lazy or Broken, Your Just Wired for Survival | MJ Gordon
What if everything you've achieved is still leaving you empty, and it has nothing to do with mindset? MJ Gordon is a world-class strategist and performance coach who has worked with Super Bowls, Adidas, and elite executives worldwide. After nearly losing her marriage, burning out her adrenals, and discovering she was autistic and ADHD, she found the missing piece that no one in the high-performanc
Success Is Blocking You, Here's the Truth No One Tells You
What happens when you've built the career, hit the numbers, and still feel completely empty inside? Kristy Kuhl was a top medical device sales executive, platinum handcuffs, big paychecks, and a soul that was running on empty. She walked away from all of it to find out who she actually was. Today, she coaches some of the most elite executives and entrepreneurs in the world, and she's bringing ever
He Flunked Out, Lost Everything & Built a $2.8M Practice | Dr. Bobby Grossi
What does it take to break the cycle your family handed you, and build something they never could have imagined? Dr. Bobby Grossi didn't come from money. His dad left when he was young. He was voted least likely to succeed. He flunked out of dental school. He almost lost his home, his marriage, and everything he'd fought to build. And then, he chose differently. Today, Dr. Bobby Grossi has built o
Why Most Leaders Fail in 2026 (It's Not Strategy) | Mick Hunt
You don't have a strategy problem. You have a leadership problem. In this episode, Stephen sits down with elite operator and leadership expert Mick Hunt to expose the hidden ceiling that keeps most entrepreneurs stuck, and the inner work required to break through it. Your business will only grow as deep as your inner world. If you're scaling revenue but shrinking as a human, this conversation is f
How to Build Loyal Customers in a Noisy Market with Kurt Luidhardt
He built millions. He influenced campaigns. He "made it." …And still almost lost everything that mattered. In this powerful conversation, Kurt Luidhardt shares a conversation with Stephen Scoggins, to reveal the real story behind his success, the grind, the burnout, the identity crisis, and the wake-up call that changed everything. From sleeping in cars chasing opportunities, to discovering why su
David Meltzer on Doing Business With Dicks
He went from bankruptcy to building a $1B company. The secret wasn't strategy. David Meltzer is a world-renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, and one of the most sought-after business coaches on the planet. As the former CEO of the most notable sports agency in the world, he's advised athletes, executives, and founders, and rebuilt his entire life after losing everything. Now he teaches other
What Every Entreprenuer Leader Needs To Know About Building Wealth | Troy Hoffman
Most entrepreneurs say they want to sell their company someday. But very few are actually preparing for that moment. In this raw and insightful conversation, Stephen sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and founder advisor Troy Hoffman to unpack the realities behind scaling a business, preparing for an exit, and becoming the kind of leader who can actually sustain success. Troy shares lesson
Do this before you end your marriage | Jake Hamilton
One Part Lion, One Part Lamb with Stephen Scoggins Guest: Jake Hamilton Everything is on the table in this unfiltered, live conversation from Create Conference 2026. In this episode, Stephen Scoggins sits down with men's mentor Jake Hamilton for one of the rawest, confronting, and hope-filled conversations we've ever released. This isn't hype. This isn't "5 steps to a better marriage." This is
Will AI Amplify You — or Replace You?
This episode is a powerful compilation of conversations exploring one central question: What happens when AI becomes the gatekeeper of opportunity? The marketplace is changing faster than most people are willing to admit. Consumers aren't just Googling anymore, they're asking AI. And if AI becomes the gatekeeper of recommendations, then your personal brand isn't optional… it's survival. This c
Money Isn't the Problem. Stewardship Is.
What if the real problem isn't a lack of money — but a lack of stewardship? This episode is a powerful collection of moments from last year centered on one core message: It's not about how big your lifestyle becomes. It's about how effective it is. If you're building a business, a nonprofit, a family, or a legacy — this specialepisode will challenge you to lead with integrity, authenticity, and r
Why Peace Feels Uncomfortable When You're Used to Chaos
In this powerful compilation episode, we pull together some of the most honest, thought-provoking moments from multiple conversations. It weaves together clips from different seasons, revealing one unifying truth: the same refinement that shapes our spirit must also shape our body, our relationships, and the way we show up in the world. Faith, health, relationships, emotional regulation, and purpo
From Hustle to Stewardship: When Money Stops Being the Goal
This episode brings together some of the most honest moments across multiple conversations about leadership, money, faith, and personal growth. From struggling with scarcity even after financial wins, to realizing that businesses only grow as healthy as their leaders, this conversation goes deeper than tactics—it gets real. You'll hear raw reflections on leadership mistakes, why humor builds tru
How One Child's Life Sparked a Hospital of Hope | Dr Iza Correll
What happens when unimaginable loss meets unwavering obedience? In this unforgettable episode, your host, Stephen Scoggins, sits down with Dr. Iza Correll, founder of OVI Children's Hospital, for a conversation that is raw, sacred, and impossible to forget. This episode pulls back the curtain on the realities most people never see. Together, they discuss the hidden dangers facing orphaned and in
When God Calls Us To Protect | Brittany Dunn
Human trafficking doesn't always look like chains and shadows. Sometimes it looks like a teenager sitting in class, a kid showing up at church, or a young person scrolling their phone at home. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Brittany Dunn, COO and co-founder of Safe House Project, to expose the realities of human trafficking hiding in plain sight and what it will actua
Invest Like a 9 Figure Founder | Justin Donald
Financial Freedom Isn't Just About Money — It's About Lifestyle and Impact This episode dives deep into the intersection of financial freedom, stewardship, and living a life aligned with your values. Justin takes us through his journey, the lessons he's learned, and the practical strategies he uses to help others achieve financial independence without sacrificing fulfillment. What did they tal
The Laughter Factor - Supercharge Your Success | Adam Christing
We live in a world starving for attention—but what we're really craving is connection. In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Stephen sits down with Adam Christing to explore how humor, vulnerability, and presence shape the way we lead, relate, and live. This episode moves far beyond "being funny" and into something far more meaningful: how laughter becomes a bridge to trust, healing, and
Build with Stephen Scoggins: The Best of 2025
Today, we bring you the best of our 2025! From redefining personal branding as the digitization of reputation to exploring women's health, emotional intelligence, and the emerging role of AI in content discovery, this compilation bridges the gap between inner strength and outward success. Happy holidays everyone!
Your Marketing Does Not Have to Suck, Here is How to Fix It | Lee Pepper
What metrics actually matter in marketing—and which ones are misleading in an AI-driven world? In this episode, we dive deep into what actually drives business growth—and what metrics, mindsets, and marketing strategies founders need to let go of as the landscape rapidly evolves. From measuring marketing performance correctly, to resisting FOMO-driven decisions, to leveraging AI and content as
Health Hacks from an Elite Entrepreneur and Celebrity | Lorayne Michaels
In this episode, fitness coach and women's health specialist Lorayne Michaels breaks down the REAL reasons women struggle with anxiety, burnout, hormone imbalance, and chronic dysregulation—plus how somatic healing and nervous system work can finally set the body free. As she sits down with your host, Stephen Scoggins, they dive deep into a conversation that blends faith, physiology, trauma healin
From Just Getting by to Peak Health Performance | Sara Estes
Today's episode of Build is deeply personal. Your host, Stephen Scoggins sits down with entrepreneur and wellness advocate Sara Estes, founder of Sarenova, a women-focused nutraceutical company born from Sara's fertility journey. She shares stories of her multiple miscarriages, chronic health struggles, and the discoveries that helped her finally heal. What emerges is not just a business story,
Purpose. Faith. Gratitude. Abundance. The Best of the Past Weeks
Happy Thanksgiving! Here at Build, we stitched together the best clips of the past weeks, as we dive deep into authenticity, vulnerability, spiritual alignment, healing, purpose, and the divine timing that shapes our lives. From the unexpected birth of a life-changing song, to understanding how pain becomes a pathway to purpose, to learning how presence and stillness open the door to abundance—thi
What Wholeness Is and Why It Matters | Kelly Chase
In this transformative and heart-expanding episode, we sit down with Kelly Chase—coach, creator, speaker, and well-known cast member from Love Is Blind—for a deeply honest conversation about awakening, self-worth, healing, and the inner work required to build the life (and love) you desire. This episode is a masterclass in personal development, divine timing, emotional healing, and energetic ali
How to Become Abundant in All You Do and Receive More Than You Expect | Cathy Heller
In this powerful and soul-stirring conversation, Stephen sits down with Cathy Heller — bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and podcast host — to explore how stillness, surrender, and divine alignment create true abundance. From King David to Matthew McConaughey, from money wounds to divine timing, this conversation is about surrender, stillness, and the courage to trust life's choreography. C
Your Affliction Has Purpose. Here is How to Use It | Chris Hendricks
In this deep and authentic episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with singer-songwriter and speaker Chris Hendricks for an unforgettable conversation on faith, purpose, vulnerability, and the power of community through music. Chris opens up about living with cerebral palsy, rediscovering his calling, and building a music movement centered around authenticity and impact — not fame or algor
Why So Many Entrepreneurs Have Made Money But Lost Meaning | Ken Joslin
In this powerful interview, entrepreneur and pastor Ken Joslin shares how God transformed his life—from multimillion-dollar success to complete surrender—and how that journey became the foundation for the global CREATE Conference, a movement empowering faith-driven entrepreneurs to lead with purpose, health, and vision. Ken reveals the truth about what it takes to align your faith, health, relat
Where Emotional Intelligence meets Artificial Intelligence | Penny Zenker
In this insightful episode of Build, your host, Stephen Scoggins sits down with high-performance strategist and author Penny Zenker to unpack what it truly means to lead, live, and grow in a world of rapid change and digital transformation. From navigating resistance and burnout to integrating AI ethically and effectively, Penny shares her powerful "Reset Mindset" framework — a practical and psych
Here is How to Align to Your True Path to Success with Brian Covey
Welcome to another episode of Build! In today's episode, host Stephen sits down—live and in-person in Nashville—with returning guest and leadership coach Brian Covey. This episode is a powerful, tactical, and deeply personal conversation about redefining success, leadership, family, and health. Stephen and Brian explore what it means to lead from experience, stay aligned with your values, and crea
Unsure of Your Purpose? Start Here | Darryll Stinson
In one of the rawest conversations on the Build, host Stephen Scoggins sits down with the powerhouse communicator and healing leader Darryll Stinson. From battling rejection and identity confusion to becoming a sought-after speaker and founder of Seeding Greatness, Darryll takes us on an emotional and deeply spiritual journey. This episode is an invitation into self-healing, emotional integratio
What You Need to Know Now About Presence & AI | Casanova Brooks
In this mind-expanding episode, entrepreneur and AI systems builder Casanova Brooks joins us for a powerful and honest conversation about what's really happening behind the scenes in tech, AI, and society at large. From building a $200M real estate business to creating automated AI workflows that run entire content systems, Casanova breaks down how he's preparing for the greatest wealth and job
Success Secrets From a Secret Agent with Rebecca Fitzsimmons
Most of us grew up watching NCIS on TV and thought "it would just be so cool to be like these guys!" To be in the thick of things and solve puzzles and be in the service of the American people. The life must be so exciting. But today's guest found herself being called away from that life, to serve in a different capacity and to find success there. In this episode of Build, former NCIS agent tu
Overcome Your Inner Storms Today with Andelina Grossi
Welcome back to Build! Today, Stephen Scoggins introduces Andelina Grossi! In this deeply moving and empowering episode, Stephen sits down with Andelina Storm Grassi, a young author, mental health advocate, and a woman of faith who is wise beyond her years. Andelina opens up about her battle with anxiety, grief, and identity — and how these internal storms led her to write her debut book, Sanity i
Conquer The Darkness And Embrace Life
In this deeply emotional and inspiring episode, Stephen interviews Brandy Vega, founder and CEO of Promise 2 Live. Together, they dive into the critical issue of mental health—unfiltered, unscripted, and honest. Brandy recounts her own suicide attempt at age 12 and how surviving that moment led to a life filled with purpose: from military service and motherhood to interviewing presidents and adopt
Conquer Your Adversity And Build a Life Worth Living
Setema Gali is on Build today with Stephen Scoggins! Setema is a Super Bowl Champ! A big man with a big heart and a huge dream to help transform people to break past their limitations. He is an entrepreneur, author, a speaker, and a coach! In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Setema unpack the real journey behind all the accolades. But the heart of this conversation dives into what happ
How to Avoid Leadership Failure While Scaling
"Align your values with the life that you want and what you do on a day-to-day basis." – Ryan Hanley In this deeply personal episode of Build, Stephen welcomes Ryan Hanley. Ryan is a TEDx speaker and thought leader. The episode dives headfirst into the challenges and breakthroughs of what it really takes to lead authentically, and the pitfalls of chasing validation over purpose. Ryan also shar
The Personal Branding AI Blueprint No One's Talking About
Personal branding is a hot topic these days, but the real question is: how do you make a real impact? How do you stand out? Stephen Scoggins chats with Joseph Shalaby for a very interesting conversation about personal branding, AI, social media engagements, and making a mark. Joe is the founder of E Mortgage Capital, one of the largest independent mortgage platforms in the nation. He is also a v
You Can Achieve Limitless Success - Here's How
"This is my situation, I need to accept it, but I don't need to wallow in it. I love myself enough to move forward." – Ian Bowen Hey everyone, welcome back to another awesome episode of Build with your host, Stephen Scoggins. Today, we've got a special guest - Ian Bowen. Ian is a coach and an entrepreneur, and he's got an incredible story to share about resilience, persistence, and having a stro
Put This One "Drive" in Place And Conquer Anything in Your Path
What's the difference between a poor man and a rich man? The answer is not what you think. Welcome back to Build! We're here to bring you someone amazing, inspiring, and world-class. Today, we've got Stephen interviewing Coach Michael Burt. Coach Burt is the mastermind behind The Greatness Factory and the creator of "Prey Drive." He's passionate about helping others unlock their full potential,
Are The Hardest Person You'll Ever Lead? (Watch this and learn the secret ft. Ryan Leak)
I've got a story in my head about you — can you help me figure out if it's true? Sometimes the hardest conversations lead to the biggest breakthroughs. Hey everyone, and welcome back to the podcast! Today, we've got the amazing Ryan Leak joining us. Ryan is a highly sought-after speaker, executive coach, and author of books that offer a transformative approach to leadership. In this episode, Ste
How to Become Wealthy & Well-known The Easy Way
There are zero examples of people who got rich from multiple streams of income. And there are zero examples of people who got famous for multiple things. The way you get wealthy and well-known is you have one amazing stream of income, and you become well-known on one single topic. -Rory Vaden Curious about how the wealthy become wealthy and how famous people achieve fame? Stephen and Rory Vaden
The Most Dangerous Lie Entrepreneurs Tell Themselves w/George Bryant
What if the success you're chasing isn't what actually fulfills you? In this episode of BUILD with Stephen Scoggins, entrepreneur and Marine veteran George Bryant breaks down what it really takes to build a business that doesn't just scale but sustains your soul. This isn't your typical business strategy conversation. No funnel hacks. No marketing tricks. Just the raw, unfiltered truth behind why
The 3 Non-Negotiables That Changed My Entire Life | JM Ryerson
What if the secret to building a thriving business wasn't more hustle, but alignment? In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with JM Ryerson, entrepreneur, bestselling author of Let's Go Win, and peak performance coach, for a raw, powerful conversation about building a meaningful life from the inside out. JM shares how he sold 3 companies, faced near-divorce, lost his father to suici
You're Not Lazy. Your Body Is SHUTTING DOWN | Dr. Amy Shah
Why are you so tired all the time even when you think you're doing everything right? Dr. Amy Shah, bestselling author of I'm So Effing Tired, joins Stephen Scoggins on BUILD to break down the real root causes of modern fatigue, burnout, and hormonal imbalance—especially for high-achievers and women. In this powerful episode, Amy reveals how our brains are being hijacked by food companies, why burn
How to Build a Billion-Dollar Business (Without Losing Yourself in the Process)
In this brutally honest conversation, serial entrepreneurs Mike & Kass Lazerow join Stephen Scoggins to break down what it really takes to build, scale, and survive business, emotionally, mentally, and financially. From selling Golf.com and Buddy Media for millions to raising $100M+ in venture capital and still fearing failure, Mike and Kass reveal the hidden costs of success, the role emotional c
Want to Win Big? Copy What Winners Do with Greg Reid
I'm joined by Greg Reid, bestselling author of Three Feet From Gold and creator of the Secret Knock. He shares his hard-earned truths about success, mentorship, legacy, and why passion alone won't make you rich. In this raw and real conversation, Greg unpacks how he built a global brand despite being dyslexic and why the most successful people don't chase their passions first. Instead, they seize
Why Most People Stay Broke (And How to Break Free)
In this episode of BUILD, I'm with Ramsey Solutions speaker and bestselling author George Kamel about the real reason people stay broke and how to escape it for good. George shares how he went from $40,000 in debt to millionaire status in under a decade, all while avoiding debt and skipping the credit card games. What you'll learn: - Why personal finance is mostly behavior, not knowledge - The hid
The TRUTH About Masculinity and Self Worth with Victor Marx
What does it really mean to be a man today? Victor Marx is a former Marine, trauma survivor, and global humanitarian with a mission to restore men, rescue the abused, and confront evil head-on. In this raw, powerful conversation, Victor and Stephen tackle: - Why men sabotage their own success - The real root of "toxic masculinity" - How trauma, abuse, and fatherlessness distort identity - Why mora
John Lee Dumas: The 17 Steps to Financial Freedom and Fulfillment
Most people never reach their potential because they don't know where to start. In this episode, Stephen Scoggins talks with Entrepreneurs on Fire host John Lee Dumas about the proven roadmap to build a life of true freedom, fulfillment, and purpose. JLD has interviewed over 3,000 of the world's top performers. From that, he's created a simple 17-step blueprint to help anyone find their big idea,
Why Being Real With Others Will Save Your Life with Erwin McManus
Erwin McManus has built movements, written bestsellers, and impacted millions, but what really sets him apart is his ability to cut through the noise and challenge how we think. In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with Erwin to unpack the core lessons from his book Mind Shift, diving into why talent is overrated, why success can stunt your growth, and why forgiveness isn't optiona
How Pain Becomes the Fuel for Purpose with Damon West
Damon West was a star quarterback. A Capitol Hill staffer. A Wall Street stockbroker. And then he became a meth addict leading a burglary ring in Dallas. That spiral landed him a 65-year prison sentence. But prison didn't break Damon. It built him. In this raw and transformational conversation with Stephen Scoggins, Damon shares how addiction, identity loss, and self-destruction gave way to surren
How To Build a Personal Brand From Scratch (In Just 40 Minutes)
In this raw and powerful conversation, Jenn Gottlieb shares how she went from living a lie on a VH1 heavy metal show to building one of the most authentic and impactful personal brands on the planet. She breaks down: - How to start before you're ready - Why imposter syndrome never really goes away - The secret to finding your voice online - What confidence really is and how to build it daily How t
Master The Art of Learning From Every Mistake with Touré Roberts
In this episode of BUILD, Stephen sits down with Touré Roberts to unpack what it really takes to grow as a person, lead with clarity, and succeed without losing yourself in the process. Touré explains the difference between self-awareness and soul awareness, why most people misunderstand balance, and how becoming selfful instead of selfish leads to better relationships, stronger leadership, and a
Low Testosterone Is Quietly Destroying Modern Men
In this powerful conversation, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus author John Gray joins Stephen Scoggins to break down the biological and emotional differences between men and women, and why ignoring them is wrecking modern relationships. They talk testosterone, estrogen, emotional intelligence, communication, sex, and why so many couples are burning out. If you're tired of surface-level adv
Why 99% Will Never Quit Their Job (Even If They Want To) | Carter Cofield & George Acheampong
Most people don't fail in business because of a bad product or lack of hustle. They fail because they never learned how money, taxes, and wealth-building actually work. In this episode of BUILD with Stephen Scoggins, I'm joined by Carter Cofield and George Acheampong, two of the most respected voices in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and tax strategy for business owners. We cover: How to
The One Rule That Will Transform Every Relationship You Have w/Bob Goff
What if the key to transforming your relationships isn't more information... but radical acceptance? In this episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with the one and only Bob Goff, bestselling author of Love Does and Undistracted to unpack the one rule that could completely change how you connect with people: Follow love's lead. From loving difficult people, to taking genuine interest in othe
The Hidden Impact of Fatherless Homes on Women
A broken man can only serve to break generations of women, and the consequences of fatherlessness reach deeper than most realize. In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with my good friend RC Blakes, one of the most powerful voices on relationships, self-worth, and healing, to unpack the hidden struggles women face when they grow up without a strong father figure. Why do so many women strug
Why Failure is the Best Thing That Can Happen to You
In this groundbreaking episode of BUILD, we dive deep with entrepreneur, author, and punk rock lover Andrew Thorp King, the bold mind behind the powerful book "Failure Rules." Andy's extraordinary journey, from punk rocker and record label owner to fintech pioneer and bestselling author was built on embracing setbacks as catalysts for transformation. In this episode: - Why failure is the "great pu
The Hidden Formula for Success and Wealth
What if you could rewire your mindset and take control of your destiny starting today? Dr. John Demartini has spent decades transforming lives, helping people break through limiting beliefs, and mastering personal and financial growth. In this powerful episode of BUILD with Stephen Scoggins, we go deep into the psychology of success, values-driven decision-making, and the mindset shifts that separ
Quit Your 9 to 5 and Build Your Dream Life
What if now is the perfect time to build the life and business you've been dreaming of? In this episode of BUILD, Amy Porterfield shares powerful advice on how to turn your "what if" into "what's next." Whether you're stuck in a 9-to-5, dreaming of freedom, or finally ready to quit and start your own business, this is the conversation you didn't know you needed. Amy opens up about: - Why waiting f
Why Your SOCIAL CIRCLE is Killing Your Career w/Ken Coleman
Are the people around you holding you back? Harvard's longest study on relationships found that 95% of your success or failure is determined by the people you spend the most time with. If you're feeling stuck in your career or personal growth, it might be time to take a hard look at your social circle. In this powerful episode of BUILD, Ken Coleman shares how the wrong relationships can limit your
The Brutal Truth About Happiness No One Tells You with Amberly Lago
Amberly Lago is back on BUILD, and this conversation is one you don't want to miss. Amberly is a bestselling author, speaker, and entrepreneur who has turned personal tragedy into a global movement. After a devastating motorcycle accident nearly took her life, she refused to be defined by pain and instead built an unstoppable mindset that has inspired millions. In this episode, we dive deep into w
How To Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2025 (Evidence-Based)
Are you constantly switching between tasks, juggling a million things, and feeling like you're getting nowhere? What if I told you that multitasking is secretly draining your productivity and costing you more than you realize? In this episode of BUILD, I sit down with Emily Balcetis, a leading researcher on vision, focus, and motivation, to uncover the science of achieving more with less effort. E
