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The Books4Guys Podcast is where books meet real talk — featuring conversations with authors, athletes, and everyday leaders to spark curiosity and help more men discover the power of reading. It’s not just about books — it’s about growth, grit, and becoming better every single day. 

  1. 5h ago

    The Incredible Story of Brandon Burlsworth | Jeff Kinley

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and ministry leader Jeff Kinley to discuss purpose, legacy, faith, and the incredible story behind one of the most inspiring sports biographies ever written. Jeff shares how he came to write Through the Eyes of a Champion: The Brandon Burlsworth Story, offering behind-the-scenes stories from his interviews with Brandon's family, coaches, teammates, and mentors. Beyond football, the conversation explores Brandon's relentless discipline, unwavering character, and deep faith—qualities that continue to inspire athletes, leaders, and everyday people decades later. Jeff also discusses his own writing journey, ministry, and why his life's mission is helping people discover lasting hope through Jesus Christ.  In this episode you'll learn:  The untold story behind Brandon Burlsworth  Why character always outlasts talent  The habits that made Brandon extraordinary  Lessons from one of college football's greatest stories  How faith shaped Brandon's life  Jeff Kinley's journey as an author  Living with purpose and intentionality  Why hope matters in today's world  Building a life that leaves a lasting legacy Whether you're an athlete, coach, leader, parent, or someone simply trying to live with greater purpose, this conversation offers timeless lessons about discipline, faith, and making your life count. https://jeffkinley.com/

  2. 1d ago

    The Business Anointing: Faith, Leadership, and Purpose in the Workplace | Dr. Ariel Robles

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with Dr. Ariel Robles, technology executive, pastor, and author of The Business Anointing, to discuss how faith, leadership, and purpose can work together to create lasting success in business and the workplace. Drawing from more than 40 years as a technology executive and 30 years in ministry, Dr. Robles shares why leadership isn't simply about increasing profits or climbing the corporate ladder. Instead, he challenges leaders to build organizations rooted in integrity, character, wisdom, and purpose while demonstrating their faith through the way they lead others rather than simply through their words.  One of the most memorable concepts from the conversation is Dr. Robles' idea of ROI versus ROP (Return on Purpose). While every successful business must generate a return on investment, truly impactful leaders also ask whether they're fulfilling a greater purpose through the work they do. Chris and Dr. Robles also discuss character versus charisma, strategic discernment, leading with integrity, making wise business decisions, and why success without purpose ultimately leaves people unfulfilled.  In this episode you'll learn:  How to integrate faith into leadership without being preachy  Why character always outlasts charisma  The difference between ROI and Return on Purpose (ROP)  Leading with integrity in business and corporate America  How strategic pauses lead to better business decisions  Why success without purpose feels empty  Christian leadership principles for entrepreneurs and executives  Building businesses that create both profit and lasting impact  How to become a leader people naturally want to follow Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, executive, manager, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers practical leadership principles that can help you build a successful career while remaining true to your values.

  3. 2d ago

    How to Rebuild Your Life After Major Change | Christine Fruehwirth

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with career coach, executive coach, and author Christine Fruehwirth to discuss how people can navigate life's biggest transitions with resilience, purpose, and hope. Drawing from decades of experience helping professionals, working parents, college students, and career changers, Christine shares the inspiration behind the second edition of The Four Stages of Living. Together, they explore why setbacks don't have to define us, how major life changes can become opportunities for growth, and what it truly means to move from surviving to thriving.  During the conversation they discuss:  The four stages of surviving, stabilizing, emerging, and thriving  Navigating career transitions and layoffs  Why networking matters more than ever  Helping working parents and career changers  Finding purpose in your work  Recovering from divorce, grief, and major life changes  Why resilience is a skill anyone can build  The importance of healing before moving forward  How setbacks often lead to life's greatest opportunities  Books that inspire personal growth Whether you're facing a career change, relationship transition, health challenge, or simply wondering what's next in life, this conversation offers practical guidance and encouragement for moving forward with confidence. FlexCareers Consulting flexcareersconsulting.com

  4. 6d ago

    Why Great Coaches Build Better Men, Not Just Better Athletes | Justin Lovell

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with high school football coach Justin Lovell to discuss leadership, mentorship, reading, and why coaching is about far more than wins and losses. As Justin prepares for his first season as a head coach, he shares how his perspective on success has changed over the years. While championships are still a goal, his greatest passion has become helping young men develop discipline, accountability, character, and confidence that will serve them long after football ends. Together, Chris and Justin also discuss the importance of reading, the impact one book can have on a young person's life, and why coaches have a unique opportunity to shape future fathers, husbands, leaders, and citizens.  In this episode you'll learn:  Why coaching is about more than football  Building discipline and accountability  Helping young men become leaders  The importance of reading for student athletes  Why education creates opportunity  Lessons from Tony Dungy's Quiet Strength Creating winning cultures  Leading through service instead of ego  Why the journey matters more than the scoreboard Whether you're a coach, parent, athlete, teacher, or mentor, this conversation offers practical wisdom for helping young people reach their full potential both on and off the field.

  5. Aug 26

    Learn from Elon Musk & Naval Ravikant | Eric Jorgenson

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with bestselling author Eric Jorgenson, the creator of The Almanack of Naval Ravikant and The Book of Elon, to discuss the ideas that have influenced millions of readers around the world. Eric shares the unlikely story behind turning a side project into one of the most successful business books of the past decade, with The Almanack of Naval Ravikant approaching two million copies sold worldwide. Together, they explore why people are drawn to timeless ideas about wealth, happiness, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning, and how reading the right books can completely change the trajectory of your life.  During the conversation they discuss:  The story behind The Almanack of Naval Ravikant Why The Book of Elon took years to create  Lessons from Elon Musk and Naval Ravikant  Why curiosity often leads to unexpected success  Building wealth without sacrificing happiness  Why reading changes the way we think  The value of following your interests instead of chasing trends  How books create credibility and lasting influence  Learning through biographies and great thinkers  Eric's favorite books and recommendations Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, investor, or someone looking to think more clearly about business and life, this episode is packed with timeless ideas you'll revisit for years. Books4Guys.com

  6. Aug 24

    Writing Fiction, Building Worlds, and Beating Imposter Syndrome | Jason Kristopher

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with author Jason Kristopher to discuss storytelling, writing fiction, creativity, and the mindset required to build a career as an author. Jason shares his journey from writing stories as a child to becoming a full-time novelist, including his popular The Dying of the Light zombie series and his upcoming military science fiction projects. While zombies may grab readers' attention, Jason explains that his stories are ultimately about people, relationships, resilience, and what happens when ordinary individuals face extraordinary circumstances.  During the conversation they discuss:  Why Jason has been writing stories since childhood  The inspiration behind The Dying of the Light series  Why great fiction is about people—not just action  Building believable characters and immersive worlds  Managing creativity across multiple book series  How writers overcome imposter syndrome  The importance of lifelong learning and curiosity  Finding your own creative voice  Why storytelling creates meaningful human connection  Books every aspiring writer should read Whether you're an aspiring writer, a fan of science fiction or horror, or simply someone who enjoys hearing how creative people think, this episode offers an honest look into the writing process and the passion behind telling unforgettable stories.

  7. Aug 21

    How to Give Better Feedback: Leadership Lessons Every Manager Needs | Katie O'Brien Ceccarini

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author Katie O'Brien Ceccarini to discuss one of the most overlooked leadership skills: giving effective feedback. Katie shares her journey from early education to becoming Yelp's first Account Manager, leading global training initiatives, launching her own leadership coaching business, and writing Fearless Feedback, a practical guide designed to help managers have conversations that improve performance without damaging relationships.  During the conversation, they discuss:  Why most managers were never taught how to give feedback  The mindset shifts that make difficult conversations easier  Katie's Fearless Feedback Framework  How coaching creates high-performing teams  Why trust matters more than perfect wording  The importance of helping employees grow instead of simply evaluating performance  Lessons from elite coaches like Phil Jackson and Greg Popovich  Building stronger workplace cultures through communication  Why the best leaders never stop learning Whether you're leading a team of two or two thousand, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons you can begin using immediately. https://www.fearlessfeedbackbook.com/about-the-book

  8. Aug 19

    How Reading Makes You a Better Leader | Leadership Books That Changed Everything with Kacy Maxwell

    In this episode of Books4Guys, Chris sits down with marketing executive, leadership coach, and Drawn to Lead founder Kacy Maxwell to explore why reading remains one of the most powerful tools for becoming a better leader. Together, they discuss leadership development, continuous learning, book studies, creativity, and why slowing down with a great book often creates more lasting growth than short form content.  Kacy shares his leadership journey from marketing into executive leadership and explains how books transformed the way he leads teams. The conversation explores why discussing books with others creates deeper understanding, how shared reading builds stronger teams, and why leadership is less about having all the answers and more about remaining curious and committed to lifelong learning.  Chris and Kacy also discuss the inspiration behind Drawn to Lead, a platform that combines leadership books, visual learning, sketchnotes, journaling, and discussion to help readers retain and apply what they learn. They highlight leadership classics including Start With Why by Simon Sinek, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, Originals by Adam Grant, and other books that have shaped their careers while encouraging more men to read, learn together, and build meaningful relationships through books.  Whether you're an executive, manager, entrepreneur, or someone simply looking to grow personally and professionally, this conversation offers practical insights into leadership, reading, creativity, and building a lifelong learning mindset. In this episode you'll learn:  Why books create better leaders than short form content  How leadership book studies strengthen teams  The importance of curiosity and continuous learning  How reading improves communication and decision making  Why journaling and sketchnotes increase knowledge retention  Leadership lessons from Start With Why, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and Originals How to build a stronger leadership mindset through reading  Why men should read together and have deeper conversations If you enjoy conversations about leadership, books, business, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning, be sure to subscribe to Books4Guys for weekly conversations with authors, executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are helping readers become better thinkers, leaders, and lifelong learners.

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The Books4Guys Podcast is where books meet real talk — featuring conversations with authors, athletes, and everyday leaders to spark curiosity and help more men discover the power of reading. It’s not just about books — it’s about growth, grit, and becoming better every single day. 

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    2025 - 2026
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