Built Lyfe

Kevin Summers
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  • Automotive
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Every build has a story. Welcome to Built Lyfe, where the cars bring us together, but the people keep us coming back. Hosted by Kevin Summers, this is more than a podcast about modified cars. It's a place for real conversations with enthusiasts, builders, shop owners, tuners, content creators, and the people shaping today's automotive culture. From first projects to dream builds, weekend garage sessions to Cars & Coffee, road trips to track days, every episode dives into the stories, challenges, lessons, and passion behind the builds. No matter what you drive, if you love the automotive lifestyle, you've got a seat at the table. Built Lyfe isn't just about the cars you build—it's about the friendships you make, the memories you create, and the life you build along the way. Drive it. Build it. Enjoy it.

  1. 5d ago

    Built Lyfe | Official Podcast Trailer

    Welcome to Built Lyfe. This is more than a podcast about cars—it's about the people, the passion, and the stories behind every build. Whether you're into project cars, weekend cruises, Cars & Coffee, road trips, track days, or late nights in the garage, you've found your community. Join me as I sit down with builders, shop owners, tuners, racers, content creators, and enthusiasts from every corner of automotive culture. Together, we'll share the victories, setbacks, lessons learned, and unforgettable moments that make this lifestyle so special. Because every build has a story... and every enthusiast has a reason they fell in love with cars. If you're ready for authentic conversations, incredible builds, and the community that brings us all together, you're in the right place. Welcome to Built Lyfe. Drive it. Build it. Enjoy it. Instagram - Kevin Summers

  2. Jul 22

    Welcome to Built Lyfe - A New Chapter Begins

    After 71 episodes, it's time for a new chapter. When I started this podcast, the mission was simple: help people build stronger minds and stronger bodies. Those conversations changed my life, and I hope they made an impact on yours as well. But just like we grow as people, our passions evolve. Over the last few years, I've found myself spending more time in the garage, at Cars & Coffee, working on my own build, and connecting with some incredible people throughout the automotive community. That's when I realized something... Every build has a story. And those stories deserve to be told. Welcome to Built Lyfe. This podcast is dedicated to the people behind the builds—the enthusiasts, builders, shop owners, tuners, content creators, and dreamers who make automotive culture what it is. We'll talk about project cars, road trips, garage nights, lessons learned, mistakes made, unforgettable memories, and everything in between. Whether you're building your first project or chasing your dream garage, you've got a seat at the table. Thank you to everyone who has supported the first 71 episodes. Your support made this next chapter possible, and I couldn't be more excited to have you along for the ride. Welcome to Built Lyfe. Drive it. Build it. Enjoy it.

  3. Apr 13

    Don't Talk About It. Do It.

    Most people don't have a knowledge problem… they have an action problem. In this episode, we break down the truth that's holding so many people back — talking instead of doing. Talking about getting in shape. Talking about building the business. Talking about becoming better. But never actually executing. This conversation dives into the gap between intention and action, and why your life only changes when your behavior does. We unpack the stories you've been carrying, the fear that's been holding you back, and how most of what you're afraid of isn't real — it's just unproven. We also get real about leadership, especially for those with families. Because the truth is, the people closest to you don't follow what you say… they follow what you do. If you've been stuck in overthinking, waiting for the right time, or telling yourself "you'll start soon," this episode is your wake-up call. Stop talking about it. Start doing it. 🔥 TAKE THE NEXT STEP If you're ready to stop making excuses and start executing, join the Strong Mind Strong Body community. 👉 Join Skool Community Here:  Weekly calls. Real accountability. No fluff. Just people doing the work. 📲 Follow for more real conversations around discipline, health, mindset, and leadership: Instagram: @realkevinsummers

  4. Mar 22

    Commitment Isn't What You Say — It's What You Do Daily

    Everybody says they're committed. To their health. To their family. To becoming better. But commitment isn't proven in what you say — it's proven in what you do every single day. In this episode, I break down what real commitment actually looks like in your life. Not the big talk — the small daily choices that reveal what you truly value. We talk about: Why your habits expose your real priorities The gap between intention and action How to show up for yourself so you can serve others at a higher level Because the people closest to you don't experience your intentions… They experience your consistency. 🔥 Ready to level up? 👉 Join my private Strong Mind Strong Body community 📱 https://www.instagram.com/realkevinsummers

  5. Mar 16

    You Don't Need to Do More — You Need to Let Go

    You ever feel like you're trying to improve your life… but the more things you add, the more overwhelmed you feel? More habits. More commitments. More routines. More expectations. You start with the best intentions — to grow, improve, level up your career, your health, your relationships. But before long your plate is completely full… and somehow you feel like you're getting further away from your goals instead of closer. In this episode, we break down one of the biggest traps in self-improvement: the belief that success comes from constantly doing more. But what if the real problem isn't that you need to add something… What if the real problem is that you're still holding onto things that no longer serve you? We talk about: Why high performers often overload themselves The hidden cost of trying to do everything Why we hold onto things that drain our time and energy How identity, obligation, and fear keep us stuck And the simple exercise that will help you audit your life and regain clarity Because sometimes the biggest step forward isn't adding another habit… It's finally letting go of what's been holding you back. Ready Join a Cummunity that helps you succeed? Join my private Strong Mind Strong Body community for real coaching, real support, and real results: 👉 Join the Community! 📱 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realkevinsummers 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the Strong Mind Strong Body Podcast "You can't step into the next version of your life if your hands are still full of things that no longer serve you."

  6. Feb 23

    🎙️ You Don't Have a Spare Body (And Your Impact Depends On It)

    You've got one body. Why are you treating it like you've got a spare? Think about something you truly value. A shirt you never want ruined. A watch passed down to you. Something you worked hard for and protect like it's irreplaceable. Now ask yourself — why don't you treat your body the same way? In this episode, I break down why most people protect their possessions more than they protect their health… and how that mindset is quietly costing them energy, confidence, leadership, and long-term impact. This isn't about abs. It's not about aesthetics. It's about ownership. It's about stewardship. It's about realizing that your body is the vehicle for your purpose, your family, and the mark you leave on this world. Inside this episode, we talk about: Why we neglect the one thing we can't replace The hidden cost of treating your health like a credit card How to shift from punishment to respect The 4 non-negotiables that protect your body long-term Simple daily actions that build real momentum Because you don't get a second body. And the impact you make in this world will never outgrow the standard you set for yourself. 🔥 Ready to level up? Join my private community for real coaching, real support, and real results: 👉 Join the community here: Strong Mind Strong Body 📱 Follow me on Instagram: @realkevinsummers 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the Strong Mind Strong Body Podcast "Impact isn't something you chase out there — it's something you build in here. Lead yourself well, and the world around you will change."

  7. Feb 8

    What You Focus On Will Grow (Why Distractions Are Costing You Everything)

    It's Super Bowl Sunday. Everyone's got the game dialed in — kickoff time, food, jerseys, guest list, halftime show, everything planned down to the minute. And it got me thinking… When was the last time you put that much effort into your own life? In this episode, I break down how people obsess over distractions — sports, politics, social media outrage — while ignoring the things that actually move the needle: their health, career, family, and personal growth. This isn't about football. It's about focus. We talk about: Why people plan entertainment better than their future How misplaced focus keeps you stuck in the same cycle Why outrage feels productive but changes nothing And how holding yourself accountable is the real power move Because when the game ends, when the noise dies down, and Monday morning hits… You're still left with your life. And what you choose to focus on — or avoid — is exactly what grows. 🔥 Ready to level up your Mind and Body? Join the Group Below.  👉 Strong Mind Strong Body: (Community): 📱 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realkevinsummers

  8. Jan 25

    Recalculating: What to Do When You Get Off Track

    Ever make a wrong turn while using your GPS? What happens when you do? It doesn't tell you that you screwed up. It doesn't say you're never going to reach your destination. It doesn't tell you to pull over, turn around, or quit. And it definitely doesn't say you failed. It stays calm… and simply says: Recalculating. In this episode, I break down why that mindset is exactly what most people are missing when it comes to their health, fitness, nutrition, and life. Too many people treat one wrong turn — a bad meal, a missed workout, a stressful week — like total failure. But progress isn't about never getting off track. It's about knowing how to adjust without quitting. We'll talk about: Why one setback doesn't erase your progress How all-or-nothing thinking keeps people stuck The power of recalibrating instead of restarting And how to keep moving forward without the guilt, shame, or self-sabotage Because real growth doesn't come from perfection — it comes from knowing how to recalculate and keep driving. Ready to level up? Join my private Get Fit Now: Health & Nutrition community for real coaching, real support, and real results: 👉 Join the Skool group here 📱 Follow me on Instagram: @realkevinsummers 🎙️ Listen to more episodes: Strong Mind Strong Body Podcast Quote to close it out: "Progress isn't about staying on the perfect path — it's about knowing how to adjust without quitting."

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Every build has a story. Welcome to Built Lyfe, where the cars bring us together, but the people keep us coming back. Hosted by Kevin Summers, this is more than a podcast about modified cars. It's a place for real conversations with enthusiasts, builders, shop owners, tuners, content creators, and the people shaping today's automotive culture. From first projects to dream builds, weekend garage sessions to Cars & Coffee, road trips to track days, every episode dives into the stories, challenges, lessons, and passion behind the builds. No matter what you drive, if you love the automotive lifestyle, you've got a seat at the table. Built Lyfe isn't just about the cars you build—it's about the friendships you make, the memories you create, and the life you build along the way. Drive it. Build it. Enjoy it.

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  • Creator
    Kevin Summers
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Built Lyfe