Men Pursuing More

Men Pursuing More

“Men Pursuing More” is a podcast for men looking to find more purpose, growth, and fulfillment in life. Hosted by Roger Maupin, it shares the stories of men pushing past limits and striving for something greater. Whether you’re a former athlete, a professional, or simply someone seeking to break through life’s challenges, tune in for insights and strategies to help you overcome challenges and finish strong.

  1. May 19

    Episode 73 - The mental game behind confident athletes and strong men with Travis Rogers

    Episode 73 of the Men Pursuing More Podcast features mental performance coach and former college baseball player Travis Rogers as he joins Roger Maupin for a powerful conversation on sports, mindset, fatherhood, and purpose. Travis shares his journey from growing up in South Minneapolis and playing baseball at Normandale Community College and New Mexico State University to building a career in personal training and mental performance coaching. The discussion dives into the mental pressures athletes face today, the impact of social media on confidence, and how parents and coaches can better support young athletes through challenges and competition. Travis also opens up about balancing life as a father of two college baseball players, coaching high school baseball in Arizona, and helping athletes focus on purpose over pressure. This episode is filled with practical wisdom for athletes, parents, and men striving to lead with courage, curiosity, and intentional growth.   Follow Travis Rogers online at: Website - https://www.mindritetraining.com IG - @mindritecoach X - @MindRiteCoach Email - mindritetraining@gmail.com Podcast - Parenting Athletic Kids Podcast Podcast - Get Your MindRite Podcast ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    53 min

  2. May 5

    Episode 72 - From Rugby to the Mic—Andre Venter’s journey of purpose and faith

    In Episode 72 of the Men Pursuing More podcast, Roger Maupin sits down with Andre Venter to unpack a remarkable journey that began on the rugby fields of South Africa at a young age and expanded onto international stages through music. From competing as a high-level rugby player to singing in front of global audiences, Andre shares how discipline, identity, and faith shaped both paths. He reflects on the pivotal transition away from rugby, the courage it took to pursue a new calling through music, and the life-changing decision to bring his family to the United States in pursuit of greater purpose and opportunity. Through every season—athlete, artist, husband, and father—Andre’s story highlights what it means to evolve, trust God’s direction, and continue pursuing more with conviction and clarity.   Follow Andre online: FB - https://www.facebook.com/andreinworship ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    51 min

  3. Apr 21

    Episode 71 - Choose humility. Chase growth. Lead with purpose with Paul Weidner

    In Episode 71 of Men Pursuing More, Roger Maupin sits down with Paul Weidner, Associate Head Coach at Bethel University and mental performance coach—for a powerful conversation on growth, faith, and leadership. Paul shares his journey from a small-town upbringing in Minnesota to building a meaningful life through baseball, coaching, and mentorship. He reflects on his time at Bethel University, Creighton University, and Great Lakes Baseball Academy, offering insight into the standards he sets for athletes and the role accountability plays in development. Rooted in faith, Paul’s approach to coaching goes beyond performance—focusing on shaping character and purpose. He also discusses balancing multiple roles and his experience co-hosting podcasts with Travis Rogers, where they create separate episodes for parents and athletes on topics like resiliency. This episode challenges men to examine who they’re becoming, not just what they’re achieving. It’s a conversation about raising standards, staying grounded in faith, and intentionally investing in others along the way. Website - https://www.greatlakesbaseball.us/ X - https://x.com/PaulWeidner11 ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    48 min

  4. Apr 7

    Episode 70 - Empty the tank—because pursuing more means giving everything you’ve got, on and off the field with Adam Stockwell

    In Episode 70 of the Men Pursuing Morepodcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Adam Stockwell to unpack a powerful journey marked by resilience, identity, and purpose. From growing up in a competitive, sports-driven family to overcoming career-altering injuries, Adam shares how perseverance and patience shaped both his athletic and personal life. His story moves from the highs of becoming a #1 college pitcher to the abrupt end of his playing career, revealing the mental toughness required to redefine success. Now a pitching coach and mentor, Adam pours his passion into developing young athletes, emphasizing confidence, character, and giving your all in every pursuit. This episode is a compelling reminder that life’s setbacks often become the foundation for greater impact and purpose.   Follow Adam online: FB - https://www.facebook.com/adam.stockwell.94 IG - https://www.instagram.com/adamstockwell35/ ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    44 min

  5. Mar 17

    Episode 69 - Every man faces a defining moment. The question is—will you step up? with Daron Franklin

    In Episode 69 of the Men Pursuing More Podcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Daron Franklin—known to many as Coach Frank—founder of F42 Empowerment and creator of the Beyond the Edge framework. From growing up in New Orleans to becoming a college football scholar-athlete, teacher, and coach, Coach Frank’s journey has been shaped by resilience through life’s toughest moments. In this powerful conversation, he opens up about the life interruptions that forced him to rebuild—Hurricane Katrina, a cancer diagnosis at age 28, and the personal reset that came after a 16-year marriage ended in divorce. Through it all, he discovered a calling to help young men build confidence, consistency, and purpose. Coach Frank shares the mindset shifts behind his Participant–Contributor–Lifer framework and how men can move beyond fear, increase their life capacity, and design winning plays for life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, knocked down, or uncertain about your next step, this episode will challenge you to elevate, step forward, and go beyond the edge.   Follow Daron online: Website - https://www.daronfranklin.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/coach2_inspire/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/F42Empowerment X - https://x.com/coach_dfrank Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daronfranklin/ ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    1h 16m

  6. Mar 3

    Episode 68 - Tar Heel. Recovery. Entrepreneur. The comeback starts within with Robbie Shaw

    In episode 68 of Men Pursuing More Podcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Robbie Shaw for a raw and powerful conversation about identity, addiction, and redemption. From growing up in Charlotte, North Carolina, to becoming a standout high school basketball player and earning the opportunity to play for the Tar Heels at UNC under legendary Coach Dean Smith, Robbie experienced early success on a big stage. But after transitioning out of basketball and moving to New York City, alcohol and addiction began to quietly take control. In this honest conversation, Robbie shares the internal battle many men face in silence, the turning point that led to sobriety, and how his healing journey led him to host a wellness podcast focused on mental health and eventually build a podcast production company helping others share their stories. This episode is a powerful reminder that your lowest moments don’t define you — they can refine you. Follow Robbie online at: http://www.evrybdystudios.com IG - https://www.instagram.com/robbieshawrobbie/   Check out his podcast at: https://champagneprobspodcast.com/   ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    54 min

  7. Feb 17

    Episode 67 - From NFL Trenches to Faith and Business — Identity Beyond the Platform with Sterling Harris

    In Episode 67 of Men Pursuing More, Roger Maupin welcomes former SMU offensive tackle and former Cleveland Browns player Sterling Harris for an honest and powerful conversation about identity, faith, leadership, and life after football. Sterling reflects on the athletes who inspired him growing up, the defining moments from his four years at SMU, and what it meant to reach the NFL as a right tackle battling daily mental and physical challenges. But when a foot injury ended his professional career early, he faced the deeper battle many men encounter — losing the identity they built around performance. Sterling opens up about being counted out early in life, starting a business in high school, navigating difficult real estate partnerships that cost him deeply, and wrestling with a calling to ministry before ultimately choosing to serve as “salt and light” in the marketplace. Through his relationship with Jesus, Sterling found the strength to rebuild, reinvent, and lead through Sterling Harris Ministries, spiritual mentorship, and his logistics tracking business. This episode speaks directly to men pursuing purpose, rebuilding after setbacks, and navigating major transitions — reminding them that who they are is bigger than what they do, and that sometimes the greatest growth comes after the game is over.  Who am I when the game is gone?   Follow Sterling online at: https://sterlingharris.org/ ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    1h 4m

  8. Feb 10

    Episode 66 - Legacy Built. Purpose Pursued. A Life Finished Well with Marc Ryan

    In Episode 66 of the Men Pursuing More Podcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Marc Ryan for a powerful conversation about legacy, leadership, and finishing well. From growing up in Rosemount, Minnesota as one of six brothers to charting his own path through college athletics, higher education, and a 36-year career with the University of Minnesota, Marc shares the lessons that shaped him along the way. The conversation dives into mentorship, goal setting, resilience, and his experience serving on the U.S. Olympic Committee during the 1992 Olympics—offering men a grounded, real-world look at purpose, perseverance, and answering the deeper “why” behind the work. ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE

    35 min
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“Men Pursuing More” is a podcast for men looking to find more purpose, growth, and fulfillment in life. Hosted by Roger Maupin, it shares the stories of men pushing past limits and striving for something greater. Whether you’re a former athlete, a professional, or simply someone seeking to break through life’s challenges, tune in for insights and strategies to help you overcome challenges and finish strong.

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  • Creator
    Men Pursuing More
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
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