Strong By Design Podcast

Send us a textMr. Super Human Life himself is back at the Critical Bench Compound!We welcome back our old friend Frank Rich to the Strong By Design podcast for his 4th time behind the mic.In the past few years since his last visit, Frank has grown his platform Rebuilt Recovery which continues to help men struggling with their porn addiction. Today we discuss how the gut plays a huge role in our brain function, mental clarity and decision making when it comes to pornography.Frank also talks about how our nervous system is negatively affected by this impulse and some of the best natural ways we can begin to positively improve our overall health and lifestyle. Ultimately if you think porn isn’t a bad thing, are not sure ‘if’ you are addicted, or know ‘why’ porn is bad to begin with, you should go back and listen to Frank in The Truth About Porn - Part 1 and Part 2 – which are Episode 109 and Episode 213 respectively.  "When you get healthier and clean up your gut, you think differently and see the world more efficiently. Not only will you see porn for what it really is, but you'll also see it as a damaging thing." — Frank Rich  Time Stamps00:33 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast! 00:57 - Meet today’s special guest, Frank Rich of ‘The Super Human Life’ podcast 04:00 - Frank’s podcast journey with us: How it all began 07:39 - Frank’s incredible transformation story 10:16 - Surfing for God: Discovering the Divine Desire Beneath Sexual Struggle 11:56 - Trials that shaped Frank’s mission to help others 15:28 - The hidden struggles and shortcomings of broken people 23:06 - How gut health connects to brain function and porn addiction 26:50 - Unlocking the healing power of fasting 35:10 - Does healing your gut change how you see porn? 40:58 - What role does the nervous system play in all this? 45:16 - Dive into the effects of ice baths 54:26 - Frank’s toughest challenge in helping others 58:08 - How to become the best version of yourself 01:07:12 - Addressing pornography and becoming a better parent 01:15:30 - Connect with Coach Frank Rich on social media and learn more about his work 01:17:43 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast  Resources:·         Rebuilt Recovery·         The Super Human Life Podcast Connect with Frank:·         Instagram·         Facebook·         YouTubeSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textIn this empowering episode, we sit down with Dr. Beth Westie – bestselling author of The Female Fat Solution and The Female Menopause Solution, creator of the 12 Week Female Hormone Solution Program, and host of The Female Health Solution Podcast. Dr. Beth has dedicated her career to revolutionizing women’s health by helping them understand and work with their bodies, rather than against them.Dr. Beth dives into her unique approach to health and wellness, focusing on eating for your hormone cycle. She explains how cycle syncing can lead to more effective, long-lasting results, whether your goal is weight loss, energy improvement, or overall wellness. Dr. Beth shares why traditional dieting doesn’t work for most women and offers powerful insights on aligning nutrition with hormonal phases to maximize health benefits.In this episode, you’ll learn how to embrace a sustainable, science-backed approach to wellness, customized for each phase of your cycle. Dr. Beth shares practical tips for understanding and working with hormonal shifts rather than resisting them. We discuss what foods can fuel specific parts of your cycle and how hormone-aligned eating can help you shed weight, increase energy, and reclaim your health – all without restrictive dieting.If you’re ready to ditch the one-size-fits-all approach and harness the natural rhythm of your body for real results, tune in to this must-listen conversation with Dr. Beth Westie! "Having that time to dedicate to yourself is what your system needs."  — Dr. Beth Westie Time Stamps00:50 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast! 1:14 - Meet today’s special guest, Dr. Beth Westie 02:55 - Hormone Cycle & Cycle Syncing: The key to unlocking your potential      05:42 - Cycle Syncing: Where do we start? 09:49 - Unlocking strategies to optimize your health 16:45 - Simple and empowering first steps for women 19:27 - Recognizing signs of change in your body 23:10 - Menopause: Not an end, but a new beginning 30:30 - Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Quick fixes vs. Long-term solutions 35:42 - Why menopause can begin sooner than you think 39:29 - Honoring your body through every stage 41:41 - Find Dr. Beth Westie on social media and learn more about her work 42:20 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast!Resources:·         DrBethWestie.com Connect with Dr Beth:·         Instagram·         Facebook·         TikTok·         YouTubeSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textGood food, good meat, good God, let’s eat!God is good, God is great, put that turkey on my plate!!Rub-A-Dub-Dub, Thanks for the Grub!Who doesn’t love a good ole Thanksgiving Day blessing!?It is a wonderful time of year to spend time with loved ones and to gather around the table to eat our favorite holiday meal.Thanksgiving Day is a special day for us to connect with friends and family members we do not see throughout the year. It is also the most traveled day of the holiday season which has its own frustrations and drawbacks.Today on Strong By Design, hosts Jared Haley and Chris Wilson recall their favorite Thanksgiving Day foods, most cherished Thanksgiving memories and what it means to live in gratitude, what matters most and to be truly thankful for our many blessings.Happy Thanksgiving everyone, we are SO GRATEFUL for you!  "We might not have everything that we think we want, but in reality, we actually do have everything." — Jared Haley  Time Stamps00:30 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast 00:54 - Join Hosts Chris Wilson and Jared Haley for today’s exciting special episode 02:28 - Discover the Thanksgiving table essentials you simply can't miss 09:35 - The Thanksgiving favorite that Chris and Jared avoid! 15:23 - The most memorable highlights of Thanksgiving 21:00 - Thanksgiving: What’s the first thing that comes to mind? 24:46 - Why practicing gratitude changes everything 28:18 - Rewards vs. Responsibility: Are you avoiding the hard part? 31:15 - The power of praising Jesus in times of suffering 34:20 - How to live your life to the fullest 40:46 - Chris' challenge to listeners this Thanksgiving 42:37 - Please share, and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcastSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textAfter two and a half years, our friend, host and fitness phenom Jo Ann Miller is back!In early 2022, Jo was a regular guest and host on the podcast for several months but after a series of life changing events, she unfortunately had to step away from the SBD show.If you believe in miracles or are in need of hearing one, strap in and get ready for the one and only Jo ‘Animal’ Miller as she and her superman husband Matt open up about the birth of their daughter, her scary diagnosis, her healing process and how she has learned to finally love herself.The old saying, ‘God certainly broke the mold after He made Jo’ seems especially appropriate for this amazing human being. She is truly one of a kind!  "I'm going to heal you of cancer, but even more than that, I'm going to heal you of the lack of love you show for yourself." — Jo Miller  Time Stamps00:58 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast!01:22 - Meet today’s special guests, Matt and Jo 'Animal' Miller05:33 - Where has Jo been over the past 2.5 years?08:56 - Jo's shocking discovery: Finding light in the midst of darkness14:01 - What her cancer treatment was like16:36 - Matt discusses life with a newborn and his wife’s health revelations22:37 - Jo reveals her ultimate health secret28:14 - Jo, Matt, and Chris discuss life with their kids33:18 - How to build Self-Love and Self-Compassion43:42 - Can love truly heal wounds faster?46:13 - Love, Medicine and Miracles51:26 - How you can grow your capacity for love55:13 - A look back at Jo’s appearances on the SBD podcast56:39 - A peek into Jo’s weekly fitness schedule59:21 - Understanding Qigong and its benefits1:01:56 - Jo shares her healing puzzle and life’s non-negotiables1:09:17 - Follow Jo and Matt’s journey on social media1:14:38 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast Resources:·       BelieveBig.orgSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textHe is a 3x All-American Georgia Bulldog, Lombardi and Bednarik Award recipient, former first-round pick by the Cincinnati Bengals, was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and featured on ESPN’s College GameDay as a football analyst for 13 years…Yeah, I would say that qualifies our guest as a ‘football great.’ But what makes him truly great has more to do with his heart for God and people.Today’s special guest on SBD is David Pollack, husband, father, and Kingdom man.David is using his gift of speaking and passion for his Christian faith to go beyond the football field and into the home, helping parents teach their children life’s most important values through sports.Partnering up with Brave, his new children's book, The Won’t Quit Kid, is designed to help kids understand the value of perseverance, teamwork, and hard work.  "There's so many lessons that I learned that God showed me through my journey... Not the way I wanted to end, but (I'm) very thankful." — David Pollack Time Stamps01:00 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast!01:26 - Meet today’s special guest, David Pollack: 3x All-American, former NFL first-round pick, College football Hall of Famer, author, and former ESPN College GameDay Analyst04:00 - David reveals the roots of his passion for coaching and sports09:42 - Was David good at football in high school?14:31 - Redefining goals: Path to creating a new purpose19:27 - Unforgettable GameDay moments highlighted23:47 - What inspires David's speaking engagements with parents and coaches28:15 - Why modeling failure and our response is crucial for kids 32:20 - Introducing the 'Won't Quit Kid' Brave book and its inspiring message39:23 - What is the Family Goals Podcast all about?42:49 - The Pollack Family Foundation: Origins and Mission48:35 - Support David: the Pollack Family Foundation & The Won’t Quit Kid  50:13 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast   Resources:·         DavidPollack.com·         The Won’t Quit Kid [BRAVE BOOKS]·         The Pollack Family Foundation·         Family Goals Podcast Connect with David:·         InstagramSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textThe 2024 Presidential Election is here…And it ‘feels’ as if our country is as divided as ever between our two candidates, former President, Donald J. Trump (R) and current Vice President, Kamala Harris (D).Much of the news coverage and social media posts are largely ‘Anti’ one candidate over another rather than each side promoting what they stand for and why we should consider giving them our vote.Today, four members of the Critical Bench team discuss the political climate we are living in. A huge thank you to Tim Nixon, Samantha Harrison, and David Sautter for participating.One thing we MUST remember as our friend Dr. Frank Turek says routinely on his podcast, Cross Examined: ‘We are not voting in one person to office. We are voting for a platform and policies. Our vote brings in an administration of 5,000 people to influence change in our country.’  We must also remember that both candidates are flawed, broken people and we need to look beyond their character issues, which they both have many, to see what they stand for and how will they influence law, policy, and the American way of life for the next 4 years.Your vote matters!  "Whoever wins needs to have a diversification of thought, constituents and people voting for them.” -Tim Nixon  Time Stamps00:51 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast! 01:15 - Join us today as the Critical Bench Team hosts a special episode 04:04 - What would our forefathers think of us today? 08:25 - The CB team shares thoughts on the two-party system 19:54 - Are political views driving us apart? 27:45 - How do social media and the media shape our votes? 34:45 - How to remain united with different political views 39:19 - Sam shares powerful lessons from Adam Grant’s book 42:22 - Popular Vote vs. Electoral College: What’s the difference? 46:00 - Voting with due diligence: What you need to know 52:50 - Life's priorities: What really matters? 1:00:09 - What’s the real definition of tolerance? 1:05:50 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast Resources:·       The Constitution of the United States of AmericaSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textJack-O-Lanterns, ghosts, goblins, skulls, spiders, cobwebs and horror movies remind most of us of Halloween along with fun costumes, bags of candy and spooky scary decorations.But what are we really celebrating?While many of us ‘celebrate’ and observe this holiday annually by dressing up in costumes, carving pumpkins, decorating our houses, and handing out candy to kids in our neighborhoods, most of us don’t reflect very much on what exactly we are honoring.We are in fact just going with the flow of culture.On today’s episode, members of the Critical Bench team discuss the dilemma of Christians celebrating a day with convoluted spiritual significance, death, and darkness. Does this day go against the teachings of the Bible or the Words of Jesus or is the American celebration of Halloween just about having some fun, wearing costumes, and eating some candy?  "Death and darkness are encapsulated around this holiday, and it made me step back." — Cairistiona Haley  Time Stamps00:44 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast!01:07 - Join us today as the Critical Bench Team hosts a special episode02:47 - First thoughts on Halloween11:24 - Halloween origins: What are we really celebrating?17:38 - Coach Chris reveals his upcoming Halloween costume!20:03 - Halloween’s meaning for Cairistiona, Jared, and Steve29:00 - Halloween 101: What are you supposed to do?38:25 - What it really means to grow up45:00 - A new perspective on Halloween50:00 - Seeing things the way Jesus did56:58 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast  Resources:·         Billy Graham Evangelistic Association – Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?·         Focus on the Family – Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? Support the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textAs someone who struggles with a quick temper and anger, this episode was very personal for coach Chris.While we tend to be on our best behavior in public and at work, often when at home with the people we love the most, we can resort to explosive anger, yelling, cursing, and using harsh, hurtful words.Basically, our most cherished people in the world, our children and spouses, see us at our worst.In this solo podcast, host Chris Wilson reveals where his deep seeded anger and yelling behavior comes from. He talks about his father’s lifelong alcoholism and violence, the closeness of his mother and brothers and what he is attempting to do to overcome this unwanted, destructive behavior. "I want to get to the point that over-reaction doesn't happen at all... I'm not yelling, I'm not loud or irate." — Chris Wilson Time Stamps00:44 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast 01:40 - Join us today as Coach Chris Wilson hosts a special solo episode 02:45 - Coach Chris discusses his childhood struggles and how they influence his reactions today 15:00 – From 0-100, what does it mean to make a mountain out of a molehill? 28:08 - Is raising your voice necessary? 32:06 - Ways to express anger and frustration positively 41:59 - How does prayer bring emotional balance? 45:50 - Chris opens up about his dad 48:18 - Parenting: Understanding each other’s reactions 50:14 - How to master your emotions for better control 54:11 – 4 ‘final thought’ key takeaways from today’s episode Resources:·         Books by Dr. Meg Meeker·         Anger: Taming a Powerful Emotion by Gary Chapman·         Uncommon Manhood by Tony Dungy·         The Bible App Connect with Chris:·         Instagram·         FacebookSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textAllison Maslan is CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, and last year was named “One of the 10 Women Entrepreneurs to watch in 2023”, by Forbes Magazine.  She is the Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of, Scale or Fail, which is endorsed by Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran of the legendary show Shark Tank and Allison has built 10 successful companies over the last 40 years.  In today's episode host Chris Wilson and Allison talk about what it takes to be leaders others will follow, how personal and professional core values can make or break success, hiring and firing decisions and the key actions to start and stop in your business. Get your notepad and pen ready, Allison is about to drop some truth nuggets! For the past 15 years, she and her team of CEO Business Mentors have helped over 150,000 Founders and Leadership Teams scale their companies, fast-track their success and create a more meaningful life through her company, Pinnacle Global Network, one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2 years in a row.  "You can thrive in any scenario. It's really how you think and how you open your eyes to opportunities and how resourceful are you." — Allison Maslan  Time Stamps00:47 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast!01:10 - Meet today's special guest, Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, named one of Forbes' '10 Women Entrepreneurs to Watch' in 2023, and author of the book 'Scale or Fail'04:50 - Allison shares her journey in leadership and entrepreneurship07:40 - What is Pinnacle Global Network, and what does it do? 11:23 - Guiding people to step into leadership roles 15:49 - Allison's wake-up call to success 20:17 – Don’t be your company’s bottleneck 24:39 - How core values drive success 26:24 – Hiring smarter with the Rule of 3 32:05 - The key actions to start and stop in your business 37:29 - Allison discusses her love for trapeze 41:10 - 'Scale or Fail': The ultimate guide for entrepreneurs 47:38 – The quest for success: Can it be both personal and professional? 51:07 – Connect with Allison Maslan to explore her work and Pinnacle Global Network 54:15 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast  Resources:·       Scale or Fail·       Pinnacle Global Network Connect with Allison:·       Instagram·       FacebookSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Send us a textIn his first solo episode on the Strong by Design podcast, Jared Haley speaks to the reality of how difficult it is for many of us to manage our time well. In our culture, we are consistently being pulled in a thousand directions. So, how do we determine the best way to manage our time? To answer this question, Jared points to the reality that the Bible actually can help us discern what is important, and what is a priority. We can even look into the very life of Jesus himself to teach us how to manage our time, live within boundaries, and develop healthy rhythms.  "We have to understand the why behind what we are doing. If we don't understand the why, then the what becomes confusion. It becomes cloudy."       — Jared Haley Time Stamps00:20 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast! 00:44 - Join us today as Jared Haley hosts a special solo episode 01:08 - Jared discusses biblical principles for managing our time 05:45 - Discover five practices to intentionally manage our time 09:18 - 'Know Your Why' with Michael Jr. 13:28 - Understanding the 'Why' behind what we are doing 16:50 - How to develop healthy rhythms 27:40 - The power of reinforcing healthy boundaries in your life 33:04 - How to escape the noise of technology and take back your time 41:40 - Key takeaways from the episode 44:55 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast Resources:·       Know Your Why featuring Michael Jr.·       Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive: Jordan Raynor·       The Bullet Journal Method: Ryder Carroll·       Rhythms of Grace: Life Saving Disciplines for Spiritual Leaders: David O Williams Connect with Jared:·       Instagram·       FacebookSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com