After The Final Bell with Mike Gonzales and Trevor O’Connor

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Join Youtube Bounty Hunter, Trevor O’Connor and UFC Striking Coach, Mike Gonzales as they explore life after an adrenaline fueled career comes to an end and real life begins.

  1. FEB 7

    Why Good Men Stay Silent (And Why That Has to Change)

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuddYHZED-yE-DBtImJRf0w/join Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/shtSJ6JSbV Trevor's Instagram - http://instagram.com/trevor_does_it Mike's Instagram - http://instagram.com/mikegonzales1981 Podcast produced and edited by Kristen Miller - https://www.instagram.com/kmillerphotography303/ Welcome back to After the Final Bell EP.113 — where UFC striking coach Mike Gonzalez and Youtube Bounty Hunter, Trevor O’Connor talk about life after an adrenaline-fueled career… and the real conversations most men avoid. In this episode, Mike and Trevor get brutally honest about modern masculinity, why a lot of men feel like they can’t speak up without getting labeled, and what it actually means to be a good man who leads his family (without turning it into an ego thing). They talk accountability, protecting your household, and why strong men stepping up puts pressure on the “creeps” and bad behavior that thrive when good people stay silent. They also share a wild Texas ranch story: a freeze storm + snow, a cabin window left open, frozen water lines, and replacing a toilet in a tiny corner space — all while keeping hunters set up for a successful hog hunt (big hogs, coolers full of meat, and a whole lot of mud). Plus: the grind of opening a gym, long painting days, and the frustration of people who only help when there’s something in it for them. Later, they touch on cultural headlines and why justice shouldn’t protect people in power — if someone’s guilty, it shouldn’t matter who they are. 👇 Join the members-only live experience Hit JOIN ($1.99/month) for the live pre-show, behind-the-scenes, and the “3,000 Questions About Us” hangout after the public stream.

    1h 16m
  2. JAN 29

    They Told Me I Hit My Ceiling — I Refused to Accept It

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuddYHZED-yE-DBtImJRf0w/join Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/shtSJ6JSbV Trevor's Instagram - http://instagram.com/trevor_does_it Mike's Instagram - http://instagram.com/mikegonzales1981 Podcast produced and edited by Kristen Miller - https://www.instagram.com/kmillerphotography303/ Welcome back to After The Final Bell episode 112, a podcast about what happens when an adrenaline-fueled career ends and real life kicks in. In this episode, Mike and Trevor go from hilarious debate (milk drinkers are wild 😂) to real talk about sleep struggles, ADHD meds, and how travel and cold weather can mess with your body — especially with a Texas ranch trip coming up and snow still on the ground. Then the conversation shifts into bigger topics: how a trip to Brazil changed perspective on “first world problems,” how one brutally honest conversation with a boss became fuel to prove people wrong, and why hard work, consistency, and refusing limits can completely change your life — even later than most people think. They also talk about content creation, why you shouldn’t create a fake “character,” how algorithms test creators, and why building a content backlog is like money in the bank. Plus: ranch planning, frozen feeders, hog hunting, future hog trapping ideas, and a reminder to hit Join ($1.99/month) for member-only content, behind-the-scenes, and the Q&A after the public episode. Join the channel to hang with us live, catch the member-only aftershow, and help fund bigger content projects (like the hog traps). 👍 Like • 💬 Comment • ✅ Subscribe • 🔥 Click JOIN #AfterTheFinalBell #Podcast #LifeAfter #ContentCreation #Motivation #HardWork #Texas #RanchLife #HogHunting #Mindset #ADHD #Sleep

    1h 15m
  3. JAN 29

    AI Courts, ICE Headlines, and How To Find Joy In The Chaos | After The Final Bell EP111

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuddYHZED-yE-DBtImJRf0w/join Trevor's Instagram - http://instagram.com/trevor_does_it Mike's Instagram - http://instagram.com/mikegonzales1981 Podcast produced and edited by Kristen Miller - https://www.instagram.com/kmillerphotography303/ In episode 111 of After The Final Bell, Trevor and Mike bounce from real-world chaos to the stuff that actually matters — joy, community, and the moments that cost nothing. They recap an advanced screening of the Chris Pratt movie Mercy (and the wild concept of an AI judge running the court system), talk current headlines and the Minnesota ICE incident, then pivot into what’s been bringing real joy lately — grandkids, friends winning, the stock show, rodeo nights, and just talking on the drive home. In this episode: - What brings joy (and why it keeps changing) - Mercy screening recap + AI court system debate - Flock cameras, privacy, and “big brother” conversations - Minnesota ICE incident + where the line is - Community wins, watching friends succeed, and finding meaning Join the channel (Members Only) for the pre-show hang + bonus Q&A: $1.99/month. Join our Discord to chat with the community + watch party plans (link below). Sponsor: RYZE Coffee — use code TREVORDOESIT15 for 15% off at ryzeupfoods.com Etsy: Team Awesome Ring Shop (new custom bracelet stamps coming!) https://www.etsy.com/shop/teamawesomeringshop/?etsrc=sdt #AfterTheFinalBell #PodcastLife #WhatReallyMatters #AICourts #CurrentEvents #Masculinity #LifeAfterSports

    1h 13m
  4. JAN 26

    What Nobody Tells Men About Life After the Final Bell - After The Final Bell Podcast EP110

    Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuddYHZED-yE-DBtImJRf0w/join Join Our Discord - https://discord.gg/shtSJ6JSbV Trevor's Instagram - http://instagram.com/trevor_does_it Mike's Instagram - http://instagram.com/mikegonzales1981 JJ's Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/jjaldrich Podcast produced and edited by Kristen Miller - https://www.instagram.com/kmillerphotography303/ The podcast episode "After The Final Bell - EP110 - What Nobody Tells Men About Life After the Final Bell" features hosts Mike Gonzalez (a UFC striking coach) and Trevor O'Connor (a YouTube bounty hunter), joined by Mike's wife and UFC flyweight fighter JJ Aldrich. They discuss the transition from high-adrenaline careers to everyday life, blending humor, personal anecdotes, and candid conversations. The episode opens with lighthearted banter about the podcast's new format—offering pre- and post-show segments for paid members ($1.99/month) to access live chats, behind-the-scenes content, and a fun "3,000 questions about us" book segment. They introduce JJ, who playfully roasts the hosts, and share stories like Trevor nearly vomiting after a brief dog bite training session with their dog Vinnie, highlighting his recent fitness struggles and efforts to get back in shape via treadmill walks. A major discussion revolves around masculinity and self-care. Mike admits to past rigid views—believing men shouldn't take baths, get manicures/pedicures, or paint their nails—while Trevor O'Connor shares how he's embraced "feminine" activities like expensive hair products, beard oil, foot baths, and weighted-blanket naps, describing himself as a "feminine masculine man." They explore how societal conditioning makes men avoid certain emotions or activities to avoid seeming "soft," with JJ pushing back on double standards (e.g., massages from men vs. women). Other topics include catcalling (Trevor O'Connor insists he's never done it and wonders how common it is), a humorous tangent on visiting gay bars for ego boosts, immigration protests (critiquing a "Free America walk out" against ICE raids and National Guard use, while acknowledging the need for better immigration reform), and upcoming guests like independent Colorado gubernatorial candidate Sean Bennett.

    1h 8m

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Join Youtube Bounty Hunter, Trevor O’Connor and UFC Striking Coach, Mike Gonzales as they explore life after an adrenaline fueled career comes to an end and real life begins.