The Example Podcast

Matthew Kenton
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  • Self-Improvement
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Conversations with with modern, masculine men in attempt to share their knowledge, wisdom and experience for you to learn from. Come as you are, take what you need and remember you are the master of your ship.

Episodes

  1. Jul 2

    The Example Podcast Ep9 - Mike Brown - Finding Truth Through Ibogaine & DMT Treatment.

    This week I sat down with former Pararescueman Mike Brown. In his military career Mike carried the responsibility of entering danger when others were retreating - rescuing injured service members, civilians and allies from combat zones, disaster sites and impossible circumstances.    To become a Pararescueman you must complete seven of the hardest and longest training schools in the U.S Military.  As you can imagine less than a few who start on this journey ever finish the training pipeline.    Serving as a Pararescueman is one of the most respected and most elite roles in military special operations. It represents a life long identity defined by leadership, sacrifice and the ability to perform when lives hang in the balance.    But when that career is over, what happens to ones identity?   In this episode Mike reveals how the reality of returning to a civilian life made him feel like he was constantly holding an inflating beach ball under water. Fighting between who his ego was demanding he behave as and the real Mike Brown underneath the mask.    Financial success, physical prowess and genuine war hero stories made it easier to keep up appearances but internally a battle was raging.    When it all became to much Mike found Ibogaine and DMT or it found him.    Then the fee for freedom was due.    What followed next is an indescribable experience that tore Mike back to the foundation.    So he could rebuild.   No mask.   No ego.    Mike Brown.   The Example of a great man.

  2. Jun 5

    The Example Pod Ep8 - Luis Solis - Stepping Up To The Plate When Life Calls For It

    Luis Solis grew up in Des Moines with two first generation immigrant parents. He watched and learned as his dad worked to provide him and his siblings every opportunity he could. Luis ended his college soccer career early to fulfill his responsibilities as a father. Throughout this interview it is incredibly clear what that role means to him and how much he loves his family. We spoke about what it took and how it felt to assume that responsibility early on, the lessons he hopes to pass on to his kids, why it's important for men to have good men around them and how genuine relationship building is the back bone of his business, Loans with Luis. Luis is The Example.

  3. May 22

    The Example Podcast Ep7 - Ahman Douglass - A Mans Service To Community, Starts With Self Responsibility

    Starting life in LA and finding his home in Des Moines at 18 in 1989. Ahman has had a 33 year career as a fire fighter, including being fire fighter of the year in 2023. But this interview is about the husband, the father, the man Ahman Douglass. As he enters retirement, Ahman dispels an incredible wealth of wisdom, experience and ability to tell a story that has you on the edge of your seat. We discuss the importance of community and how it all starts with self responsibility. The emotional success and shortcomings of being a father to 4 awesome kids. Making the switch the NA beers (his favorite is Guinness) and how not everyone was Kung Fu Fighting. Ahman has an indescribable aura about him. I only hope you get can a tiny feel for who he is and whats its like to be in his presence through this interview. Ahman is The Example.

  4. May 11

    The Example Podcast Ep6 - Ross Moffat - Why It Is Essential To Be An Adaptable Man & How To Become One.

    Ross Moffat is our first guest that has been through The Example program. He truly does it all: Play guitar, coach olympians, former professional soccer player and now helping hundreds of men as a licensed therapist. Not to mention he is working on his first book. In this incredibly raw and vulnerable episode Ross explains how many men are carrying childhood circuitry and behaviors into adulthood at their detriment. He perfectly explains it as "Men are bringing a chainsaw to hang a painting. Its not that a Chainsaw isn't useful, its simply not the correct tool for the current moment" He goes on to explain the core concepts and reasons behind his book that will be titled "Adaptable" Through openly sharing personal experiences around divorce and being a single dad, Ross makes you feel you aren't alone in whatever you are going through. I simply can not express enough that if you are seeking a therapist there is no better option. Ross's booking page can be found below: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ross-stuart-moffat-west-des-moines-ia/1194151 Ross Is The Example.

  5. May 4

    The Example Podcast Ep5 - Tyler Robinson - How To Train To Dominate The Game Of Life.

    Tyler Robinson is the owner and CEO of Krave Gym along with his wife Amber. We talk about balancing running a business and the household responsibilities in a dynamic modern relationship whilst still prioritizing personal health and fitness. The lessons and blessings from having a child with down syndrome, as well as the small steps one should take to start to get back in control of their health and fitness. Tyler is a man who is always learning, seeks solutions rather than dwelling on problems and has a level of self awareness and humility that sets him apart. Krave Gym has the strongest gym community I have ever seen, and when you get to know Tyler better you can see exactly why. Tyler is The Example. Insta - @tyler.robinson.krv - @kravegym

  6. Apr 11

    The Example Podcast Ep4 - B Well (Billy Weathers) - The Importance of Service and Honoring Your Gifts.

    William Weathers better known by his stage name B Well is a recording artist, has his own foundation creating opportunities for Des Moines school kids through the arts, sports and mentoring and is a nationally recognized restaurant and bar owner with his creation, The Contrary. Many of us know B Well. In this interview you get to truly see Billy. A genuine, tenacious, creative and loving man. He shares his early childhood influences, the impact HipHop and his idols still have on him today and some incredible words to live by. He will tell you the jobs not done and he's right. It never is. But Billy Weathers is The Example.

  7. Mar 25

    The Example Podcast Ep3 - Solo Snippets - 6 Sentences To Build Your Self Esteem

    My wonderful guest was double booked but don't worry he will be back in August! In the meantime enjoy this short snippet on Self Esteem. Drawing from the book, The 6 Pillars Of Self Esteem by Nathaniel Branden (not Braden as I said the first couple of times). I break down the definitions of self esteem and consciousness with practical examples of what each pillar looks like in relation to fitness and nutrition. I finish with an easy sentence completion activity that you can do on your own that raises your awareness and takes you one step closer to living as The Example.

  8. Mar 10

    The Example Podcast Ep2 - Hutch - How To Use Ego & Anger As Initial Fuels For Change And How To Change Your Life With Small Daily Interactions.

    Eric "Hutch"Hutchinson is the owner of Loyal & Sons Barber shop and the drummer in Greg Wheeler and The Poly Mall Cops. We talk about how Hutch took responsibility for his health and fitness dropping over 100lbs. How using anger and ego to start change can be effective but is toxic long term. The strength in vulnerability, the magic of travel and how you can change your life with small daily interactions. To quote Hutch "If you open your heart and mind to it, it really is all life changing shit"

  9. Feb 16

    The Example Podcast Ep1 - Jerrod Sieverding - The Value of Knowing Yourself and Living With Intention

    Jerrod Sieverding is the President of Data Power Technology Group. A US based company serving nationwide with over 8-0 employees. Jerrod is a phenomenal leader, husband, father to three awesome kids and soccer coach to many more. We discuss the lessons he gleamed from growing up in a small farming town, how to work out your values and intentionally live by them. As well as what it takes to invest in a successful marriage, support your children through adversity and why it is so important to give back when you can. Jerrod is The Example.

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Conversations with with modern, masculine men in attempt to share their knowledge, wisdom and experience for you to learn from. Come as you are, take what you need and remember you are the master of your ship.

Information

  • Creator
    Matthew Kenton
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Matthew Kenton
  • Show Website
    The Example Podcast