What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it? The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores t ...
…
continue reading
Personalaccounts Podcasts
Think about all of the things you consider every day to help keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community happy, healthy, and hopeful. Now consider this: There is an ever-growing body of research demonstrating significant negative impacts, for yourself and the ones you love, in the consumption of pornography. It can change the way you think, harm your ability to connect with other people, and can contribute to changing the world in negative ways. Join us every other week as we consider ...
…
continue reading
FOLLOW ME ON MY INSTAGRAM @DAT_KHLOE_PERSONALACCOUNT FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER@Khloespodcast @khloevlogs_ stay tune in for more informationℹ💚🎥
…
continue reading

1
Episode 276: Curiosity, Capacity & Showing Up: Why Knowing Yourself Changes Everything with Amanda Stern
55:47
55:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:47About the Guest: Amanda Stern is a coach, writer, speaker, and expert in the practice of journaling as a tool for self-discovery, emotional clarity, and intentional living. A lifelong learner and former librarian, Amanda has built a unique approach to helping others show up more fully in their lives. She blends soft skills like presence and empathy…
…
continue reading

1
I Was Just a Teen When Deepfake Photos of Me Led to Stalking and Harassment
49:49
49:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:49Lorna was just 17 years old when a photoshopped, explicit image of her began circulating online, marking the beginning of a years-long nightmare involving deepfakes, stalking, and online blackmail. In this episode, Lorna shares how someone used her image to create fake profiles and explicit deepfakes, leading to relentless harassment that spilled f…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 275: Remembering Why You Started - Happy 7th Birthday to us!
13:51
13:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
13:51About the Episode: In this special milestone episode, Steve Mellor reflects on seven years of podcasting and what’s kept him going through every high and low. He shares a deeply personal story of a swimmer he once coached, Timmy and how rediscovering his "why" led him back to joy and forward to the Olympic trials. Steve also invites listeners to as…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 274: Passion, Purpose & the Pivot: A Candid Career Chat with Gene Rice
46:54
46:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:54About the Guest: Gene Rice is a seasoned executive recruiter, entrepreneur, and author of the bestselling book “From Grad to Grown-Up.” With a rich career that spans from owning rock clubs to founding one of the top executive search firms in the U.S., Gene is dedicated to helping young professionals and leaders find clarity, passion, and purpose in…
…
continue reading

1
My Porn Use Escalated Beyond What I Ever Expected
48:41
48:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:41Jeremiah is a husband, an expecting father, and a self-described lifelong learner who found himself struggling with a compulsive porn habit that began in his teens and escalated in college, when he found himself viewing content he would never act out in real life. In this episode, Jeremiah candidly shares how his use of pornography affected his rel…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 273: Intentionality, Impact & Inner Greatness with Larry Long Jr.
51:42
51:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:42About the Guest Larry Long Jr. is a global keynote speaker, sales coach, author, and founder of LLJR Enterprises. Known for his infectious energy and motivational message, Larry inspires professionals around the world to rediscover their greatness and live with purpose. A former athlete turned corporate sales leader, Larry now helps others step int…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 272: Purpose, Passion & the Power to Impact Millions with Amy Boone Thompson
44:10
44:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:10About the Guest: Amy Boone Thompson is the CEO and Owner of IDEA Health & Fitness Association, a trailblazer in the wellness industry, and Chair of World Active. With over two decades of experience in fitness leadership, Amy has worn every hat, from personal trainer to executive leader. Her mission is rooted in making health and movement accessible…
…
continue reading
*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Rachel was first exposed to pornography at seven years old and went on to develop an addiction to porn for the next thirteen years. Despite getting treatment for anxiety and depression as a young girl, she never felt like she could tell others about…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 271: The Art of Growth-Ready Communication with Margaret Watts Romney
52:13
52:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:13👤 Guest Bio: Margaret Watts Romney is a leadership communication coach, TEDx speaker coach, and author of The Speakership is Leadership. With a rich background in public speaking, neurology, and purposeful leadership, Margaret empowers individuals to find their voice, connect authentically with audiences, and lead through clarity and emotional inte…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 270: Culture Clubs & Mental Snacks with Julio Melara
1:04:53
1:04:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:53👤 About the Guest: Julio Melara is a seasoned CEO, publisher, entrepreneur, and author with a deep passion for personal development and leadership. With a track record of transforming adversity into opportunity, Julio brings decades of experience in business, publishing, and motivational speaking. He’s the publisher of Business Report and the autho…
…
continue reading

1
What You Didn’t Know About OnlyFans Marketing, Recruitment, and Exploitation
1:06:42
1:06:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:06:42Victoria Sinis is the founder of Creating Gems, an organization created to help young women break free from harmful narratives about themselves. Victoria used to work for an OnlyFans agency, recruiting creators, curating their social media presence, and managing marketing funnels designed to drive traffic to explicit content. In this episode, she s…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 269: Why Growth Demands Grit, Honesty, and a Personal Code with Ric Moylan
1:12:45
1:12:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:45👤 Guest Bio: Ric Moylan is a high-performance coach, speaker, and founder of Charity Boxing Nights and Reset Summit. With a background in elite boxing and martial arts, Ric brings a unique lens to personal and professional growth, bridging lessons from combat sports into boardrooms, businesses, and everyday life. His coaching philosophy is grounded…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 268: The Real Risk Is Staying the Same: Embracing Change with Debra Bradley
55:02
55:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:02About the Guest: Debra Bradley is a seasoned fractional CFO and innovation strategist who specializes in guiding companies through transformative growth. With a career steeped in finance, risk assessment, and technological adoption, Debra is known for her bold yet calculated approach to change. Whether it's advising on AI implementation or recalibr…
…
continue reading

1
How to Talk to Kids About Consent, Porn, and Online Safety
55:45
55:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:45Rosalia Rivera is a consent educator and abuse prevention specialist who works to help parents break cycles of abuse through empowered, proactive conversations. In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, she shares her personal experiences with pornography, the dangers of leaving sex education to the internet, and how parents can build safe, sha…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 267: Living with Intention & Leaving a Legacy with Tamara Jackson
55:50
55:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:50About the Guest: Tamara “Tam” Jackson is a business strategist, speaker, and host of The Beacon Show. With two decades of corporate experience and a passion for empowering faith-driven leaders, Tam helps others navigate purpose, calling, and impact. Her work bridges the gap between faith and business, showing that success in the marketplace can als…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 266: Branding, Luck, and the Power of Yes with John Fareed
1:05:20
1:05:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:20About the Guest: John Fareed is the Global Chairman of Horwath HTL, the world's largest and most established hotel, tourism, and leisure advisory firm. But before becoming a leader in global hospitality consulting, John was a U.S. Marine, a professional magician, and a young radio DJ. With a career marked by bold pivots and relentless curiosity, Jo…
…
continue reading

1
"They’re After Everybody’s Kid:" A Family’s Story of Loss to Sextortion
37:40
37:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:40Trigger Warning This episode includes topics of child sextortion and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. Episode Description In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, Shannon Heacock and John Burnett share the deeply personal and devastating story of their son, Elijah. Recently, at just 16 years old, Elijah became a victim of sextortion — …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 265: Growth, Failure, and the Power of Followership with Dr. Chris Fuzie
55:57
55:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:57About the Guest: Dr. Chris Fuzie is an educator, leadership expert, and the President of the National Leaderology Association. With a doctorate in Education and Organizational Leadership and 30 years of experience as a police officer, Dr. Fuzie brings a rare blend of real-world leadership, academic rigor, and an innovative approach to organizationa…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 264: Motion Before Emotion: The Real Work Behind Peak Performance with Chris Vasami
52:46
52:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:46About the Guest: Chris Vasami is a former All-American baseball player turned elite performance coach and keynote speaker. With years of experience mentoring athletes, executives, and high-performing teams, Chris helps people build mental and physical resilience, navigate failure, and align daily actions with long-term goals. His personal journey, …
…
continue reading

1
How We Can All Help End Human Trafficking
45:34
45:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:34Louie Greek is a Training Specialist with Truckers Against Trafficking, who has spent more than a decade fighting human trafficking, using his expertise in law enforcement and military service to train people on how to recognize, respond to, and ultimately prevent exploitation. In this Consider Before Consuming podcast episode, Louie shares eye-ope…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 263: From Pain to Possibility: The Power of Radical Ownership with Jason Moss
43:01
43:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:01About the Guest: Jason Moss is a high-performance coach and business strategist who specializes in helping entrepreneurs scale their online businesses with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With over a decade of experience and having invested more than $200,000 in his own personal development, Jason brings a unique blend of real-world results and d…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 262: Alignment Over Everything: Unlocking True Business Growth with Philippe Bouissou, PhD
39:11
39:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:11👤 About the Guest: Philippe Bouissou is a seasoned entrepreneur, growth expert, and former Apple executive who worked directly with Steve Jobs. With a PhD in physics and over 35 years of experience across 23 boards, Philippe is the founder of Blue Dots Partners and author of the critically acclaimed book Aligning the Dots. He specializes in helping…
…
continue reading

1
I Became the Porn Star I Thought I Wanted To Be—The Reality Was a Nightmare
40:57
40:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:57*This episode contains descriptions of sexual violence and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Selena is the Associate Program Director of a sex trafficking survivor sanctuary. As a former porn performer and sex trafficking survivor, Selena knows firsthand what the women she is helping have experienced. In this Consider Before Consumin…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 261: Finding the Right Balance for Growth with Dr. Denis Cauvier
50:19
50:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:19About the Guest: Dr. Denis Cauvier is a globally recognized expert in leadership, personal growth, and executive coaching. With nearly 40 years of experience, he has worked in over 60 countries, authored 26 books (with more on the way), and has been a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor to top executives. Recently named one of the Top Executiv…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 260: The Mental Conditioning Playbook with Collin Henderson
1:04:14
1:04:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:14About the Guest: Collin Henderson is a high-performance coach, speaker, and the founder of Master Your Mindset, where he helps athletes, executives, and leaders build mental toughness and confidence. A former college athlete turned top-performing sales professional, Collin took his passion for mindset coaching and built a platform that trains peopl…
…
continue reading

1
How I Healed After Finding Out My Boyfriend Was Secretly Meeting Up With Porn Stars
1:01:53
1:01:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:53Mandy is a women's empowerment and trauma-informed life coach who helps women who have experienced betrayal trauma. In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, Mandy shares her personal experience of discovering her partner’s secret struggle with porn addiction, his cheating with porn stars, and the betrayal trauma that followed. She describes th…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 259: Leaning Into Imperfect Action with Kristin Gutierrez
49:15
49:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:15About the Guest: Kristin Gutierrez is a sales expert turned entrepreneur who helps coaches, consultants, and course creators package their expertise into high-value offers—without burning out in implementation. After an unexpected layoff from her six-figure VP of Sales role in 2023, she pivoted immediately, landing her first consulting client the s…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 258: Leading with Purpose: Craig Coyle on Overcoming Resistance and Building Resilient Teams
55:27
55:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:27About the Guest: Craig Coyle is a former Apache helicopter pilot, West Point graduate, and leadership expert. After serving in the military and transitioning to the aerospace industry, Craig saw firsthand the recurring leadership and workforce challenges organizations face. He founded Operation Lead, a company that helps businesses navigate leaders…
…
continue reading

1
How to Overcome Porn Addiction and Find Freedom
55:06
55:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:06Timothy Reigle is a coach, author, podcaster, and the founder of Into The Wilderness Ministries. Tim has used his own experience in defeating addiction to help hundreds of men to overcome their addictions to porn and sex. In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Tim shares about the 15 years he spent in a cycle of porn addiction that escalated in…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 257: Beyond Resilience: How to Recover from Burnout and Build Bounce Back Ability with Cait Donovan
57:08
57:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:08About the Guest Cait Donovan is a burnout recovery expert, acupuncturist, speaker, and host of Fried the Burnout Podcast. With a background in Chinese medicine and a deep understanding of resilience, Cait helps high performers recognize, recover from, and prevent burnout by cultivating self-awareness, setting boundaries, and redefining success. Abo…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 256: The Power of Resilience: Kenneth Lo on Facing Adversity, AI, and Growth
52:27
52:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:27About the Guest: Kenneth Lo is a two-time world championship track cyclist turned AI strategist and entrepreneur. As the co-founder of Zen Business AI, he helps organizations leverage artificial intelligence to scale operations and optimize growth. However, Kenneth’s most profound journey in recent years has been a deeply personal one - facing an u…
…
continue reading

1
Finding Strength and Healing After Childhood Abuse
59:22
59:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:22Trigger Warning Trigger Warning: The following episode contains discussions of child physical and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Episode Description Seth Gehle is an author and speaker who uses his platform to encourage others to overcome their own challenges and find strength in adversity by sharing his own story of resiliency after…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 255: Mastering Growth & Mentorship with Glenn Leifheit
1:01:00
1:01:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:00About the Guest: Glenn Leifheit is a technology leader at Microsoft, a podcast host, and a dedicated mentor. With over 20 years in the tech industry, Glenn has embraced personal and professional growth while helping others navigate their own journeys. He hosts From Stuck to Growth and co-hosts Mentorship Live on LinkedIn, a space dedicated to suppo…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 254 - Embracing Failure, Breaking Stagnation, and Unlocking Growth with Frankie Russo
1:13:41
1:13:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:13:41About the Guest: Frankie Russo is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author who specializes in business growth, innovation, and leadership. He has built and scaled multiple successful companies, including one that grew 60x in three years and was eventually acquired by a Fortune 500 company. Frankie is also deeply involved in helping individuals overcome…
…
continue reading
Trigger Warning *Trigger Warning: The following episode contains descriptions of disturbing porn themes and discussions of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised Melinda Tankard Reist is an author, speaker, and the Movement Director of Collective Shout. She's spent many years as a leading advocate against the sexual exploitation of girl…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 253: The Power of Growth and Letting Go with Larry Jackson
1:03:13
1:03:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:13🎙️ About the Guest: Larry Jackson is a medical device sales expert with a background in professional fighting, including boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. Coming from a tough upbringing, Larry has navigated personal and professional challenges with resilience, leading to a career in disruptive technology sales. His journey from fighting to sale…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 252: Building Legacy Through Impact with Ed Dudley
1:01:37
1:01:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:37About the Guest: ED Dudley is a passionate advocate for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He co-founded Shining Light In Darkness, a nonprofit supporting underserved survivors, and has served as Interim Board Chair of United Against Slavery, advancing research to address anti-tr…
…
continue reading

1
Lydia Cacho on the Links Between Pornography and Human Trafficking
1:02:35
1:02:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:35Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of child sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Lydia Cacho is a world-renowned investigative journalist, author, and human rights activist who has dedicated her life to exposing the dark realities of human trafficking, child exploitation, and the intersections of pornography and organize…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 251: From High-Speed Decisions to Nonprofit Success: Hardy Smith on Being Growth Ready
51:32
51:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:32About the Guest: Hardy Smith is a seasoned consultant, speaker, and author specializing in nonprofit governance and board engagement. With a background in NASCAR, he brings a unique perspective on strategy, anticipation, and leadership. Hardy is the author of Stop the Nonprofit Board Blame Game, a book dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations o…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 250: Leadership, Courage, and Finding Fulfillment with Omar Halabieh
59:17
59:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:17About the Guest: Omar Halabieh is a global technology executive with over 20 years of experience spanning telecom, energy, and payments. He currently serves as Director of Technology at Amazon Payment Services, overseeing payment experiences across the Middle East and Africa. Beyond his professional role, Omar is passionate about leadership develop…
…
continue reading
*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Megan Lundstrom has spent over a decade in this field of anti-trafficking, first as the founder of The Avery Center and now as the Director of the Resilience Fund at Polaris, a direct cash assistance program for trafficking survivors in the United St…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 249 - Unmasking Authenticity: Challenging the Status Quo with Scott Ramey
58:48
58:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:48About the Guest: Scott Ramey is the secret weapon for forward-thinking executives ready to elevate their communication and leadership skills. With over 20 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies to billions in new business, Scott’s innovative SPEAK Framework transforms leaders by helping them communicate with clarity, inspire action, and …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 248: The Strategic Power of Joy: Overcoming Barriers to Growth with Jennifer Gomez
48:41
48:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:41About the Guest: Jen Gomez is a trailblazer in empowering female entrepreneurs to break free from self-doubt and unleash their full potential. With nearly a decade of experience coaching women on how to elevate their personal and professional brands, work holistically, and scale their businesses, Jen has become a trusted mentor for those ready to d…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 247: Building Loyalty, Brand Identity, and Dominance with Ken Schmidt
1:03:11
1:03:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:03:11About the Guest: Ken Schmidt, former director of communications for Harley-Davidson, is a renowned business strategist and speaker who helped transform the brand into a global icon. Known for his bold and entertaining style, Ken specializes in competition, brand positioning, and customer loyalty. His book, Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road t…
…
continue reading

1
Why Porn Exploits Instead of Empowering Women
53:13
53:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:13Dr. Meagan Tyler is a Senior Lecturer in the Research Education and Development team at Australia’s La Trobe University. With nearly 20 years of experience researching the intersections of pornography, gender inequality, and violence against women, she shares her expert insights. In this episode, she helps us understand how the normalization of por…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 246: Mindset, Generosity, and Building Legacy with Dany Martin
49:51
49:51
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:51About the Guest: Dany Martin, a South Louisiana native now based in Shreveport, is passionate about empowering others through sound financial planning and positive leadership. With a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Northwestern State University and an MBA from Louisiana Tech, Dany has built a career focused on exceeding client expectatio…
…
continue reading

1
The Path to Recovery: Addressing the Root Causes of Porn Addiction
55:32
55:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:32Sathiya Sam is a recovery coach, speaker, and author who has dedicated his life to helping others overcome pornography addiction and achieve true freedom. After battling his own 15-year struggle with addiction, Sathiya founded Deep Clean, a program designed to address the root causes of compulsive behaviors. In this episode, we explore transformati…
…
continue reading

1
Episode 245: Embracing Change, Failure, and Radical Honesty with Talia Bombola
1:05:32
1:05:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:05:32About the Guest: Talia Bombola is an award-winning psychotherapist, podcast host, and professor of psychology. Known as The Confidence & Assertiveness Specialist™, Talia focuses on helping ambitious individuals enhance their self-worth, confidence, and assertiveness by rewiring their beliefs about themselves and the world around them. She believes …
…
continue reading

1
Episode 244: Overcoming Barriers and Embracing Growth with Dallin Cooper
49:14
49:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:14About the Guest: Dallin is an author, entrepreneur, and award-winning shepherd. From small towns in Wyoming to one of the largest cities in China, he has inspired audiences to embrace perspectives beyond their own. Recognized as an expert in Authority Magazine, Dallin helps organizations and leaders challenge assumptions and communicate effectively…
…
continue reading

1
The Role of Trauma in Addiction, A Conversation with Dr. Frank Anderson
46:54
46:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:54Episode Description Dr. Frank Anderson is a renowned trauma expert, psychiatrist, and author with over 30 years of experience. In this episode, Dr. Anderson explores how trauma shapes behaviors and relationships, offering practical tools for healing and fostering genuine connections, while providing hope for those on their recovery journey. Episode…
…
continue reading