The Lionheart Podcast

Lionheart

The Lionheart Podcast features honest conversations, practical insights, and real-world lessons for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders. Through authentic discussions with founders, executives, creators, and operators, we explore what it really takes to build stronger businesses, stronger leadership, and stronger lives. No hype. No shortcuts. Just real people sharing real experiences, failures, victories, and lessons learned. Lead with integrity. Build with courage. Become a Lionheart.

Episodes

  1. Sep 17

    Take Charge of Your Health | Dr. Matt Fontaine on Only One Body | Lionheart Ep. 002

    You only get one body. How do you care for it while building the life you want?In this nearly two-hour Lionheart Podcast interview, Rob Kwasnicki talks with Dr. Matt Fontaine, sports chiropractor and author of Only One Body, about health, recovery, performance, and navigating the healthcare system.Their conversation explores how to ask better questions of your healthcare providers, build a team you trust, balance training with recovery, and keep moving throughout life. They also discuss sleep, mental well-being, and why physical health matters to entrepreneurs and leaders.What idea challenged you or changed how you think about your health? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to Lionheart for more conversations about leadership, resilience, business, and life, and explore the Episode 002 playlist for Shorts from this interview.CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and medical disclaimer02:03 Meet Dr. Matt Fontaine and *Only One Body*06:34 Why Dr. Fontaine wrote the book14:21 Staying active and advocating for your health21:22 Money, insurance, and healthcare priorities28:26 Why health matters to leadership35:21 Personal mastery and lifelong learning41:28 Mindset, motivation, and discipline49:29 Load, capacity, and smarter recovery1:00:11 Tracking workouts and taking recovery weeks1:09:04 Training for life and staying active1:15:03 Tendon injuries and rehabilitation options1:19:26 Regenerative medicine and long-term health1:23:39 Working with doctors and insurance1:27:16 Online research, AI, and medical expertise1:34:46 Standard care and exploring treatment options1:42:39 Building your healthcare team1:47:15 Mindset and the human side of medicine1:51:29 Lionheart lightning round1:54:29 Closing thoughtsThis conversation is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about decisions concerning your health.

  2. Jul 14

    From Setbacks to Success: The Story Behind PlyRockNation | John Fendt | Lionheart Podcast Ep. 001

    How do you build a thriving brand while working more than a full-time job? In the inaugural episode of The Lionheart Podcast, Rob Kwas sits down with John Fendt—better known as PlyRock, creator of PlyRockNation—to discuss perseverance, entrepreneurship, creativity, leadership, and building a community from the ground up. John shares the setbacks that shaped him, lessons learned from years of streaming and content creation, why he never gave himself permission to quit, and how gaming became a platform for connection, leadership, and helping others. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, creator, or someone chasing an ambitious goal while balancing work and family, this conversation is packed with practical insights and inspiration. Topics include: • Building a brand while working full-time• Overcoming adversity• Growing an online community• Leadership through authenticity• Creativity and entrepreneurship• Why consistency beats talent• The future of creator-driven media Connect with John (PlyRockNation): Twitch: https://twitch.tv/plyrocknation Website: https://plyrocknation.com Socials: @PlyRockNation Learn more about Lionheart https://lionheartteam.com If you enjoyed this conversation, follow The Lionheart Podcast and share this episode with another entrepreneur or leader who would benefit from John’s story. Jump to the topics that interest you most using the chapter timestamps below. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Pre-Roll 00:00:13 – Highlights from Episode 001 00:01:09 – Welcome to The Lionheart Podcast 00:02:24 – The Journey Begins 00:05:23 – How Gaming Changed John's Life 00:07:50 – Gaming, Community & Friendship 00:09:53 – Why Gaming Is More Than Entertainment 00:10:43 – Hollywood, Storytelling & Independent Creators 00:19:37 – Music's Influence on Creativity 00:24:41 – A Funny Childhood Story 00:26:59 – Overcoming Adversity 00:35:28 – The Competitive Mindset: Learning to Hate Losing 00:43:54 – Building PlyRockNation 00:50:21 – Building Systems That Scale 00:51:48 – How PlyRockNation Generates Revenue 00:55:06 – Why You Shouldn't Ignore Facebook 00:57:15 – Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Basket 01:09:05 – Lionheart Lightning Round 01:10:10 – The Biggest Misconception About Streamers 01:10:38 – What Being a Lionheart Means 01:11:14 – Final Thoughts & Closing

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The Lionheart Podcast features honest conversations, practical insights, and real-world lessons for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders. Through authentic discussions with founders, executives, creators, and operators, we explore what it really takes to build stronger businesses, stronger leadership, and stronger lives. No hype. No shortcuts. Just real people sharing real experiences, failures, victories, and lessons learned. Lead with integrity. Build with courage. Become a Lionheart.