In this powerful episode of Coursen’s Corner, host Spencer Coursen sits down with Katerina Schload to discuss the evolution of identity through marriage, motherhood, and professional transformation. From redefining success and navigating family dynamics to the importance of fitness, masculinity and femininity, and showing up for yourself — this episode delivers real, grounded advice on becoming who you're meant to be.

Whether you're in a transitional season, exploring self-worth beyond titles, or looking to find alignment in your daily life, this is a must-listen.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 04:28] – Intro to Katerina and the conversation setup

- [04:28 - 08:56] – The roles we inherit vs. the ones we create for ourselves

- [08:56 - 13:24] – Biggest lessons learned from marriage and self-awareness

- [13:24 - 17:52] – How adrenaline only takes you so far in long-term growth

- [17:52 - 22:20] – Why fitness is the one thing we can always control

- [22:20 - 26:48] – Perspective on showing up for yourself daily

- [26:48 - 31:16] – Parenting as an identity shift and empowerment experience

- [31:16 - 35:44] – The formula for adults pursuing new passions later in life

- [35:44 - 40:12] – Reframing what success looks like as a parent and professional

- [40:12 - 44:40] – Moving beyond performative hustle: redefining "hard work"

- [44:40 - 49:08] – Masculine vs. feminine energy needs in modern relationships

- [49:08 - 53:36] – “Hard work” doesn’t mean burnout: the American family dilemma

- [53:36 - 58:04] – Analogy for clarity: not knowing what you want vs. showing up anyway

- [58:04 - 01:02:32] – Emotional intelligence as a success metric

- [01:02:32 - 01:07:00] – Closing thoughts: why presence matters more than productivity

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In this episode of Coursen’s Corner, host Spencer Coursen welcomes Brittan Morris for an honest conversation about ambition, identity, and managing multiple passions. From acting and entrepreneurship to emotional growth and relationships, Brittan shares the lessons he’s learned navigating career pressure, family patterns, and the inner dialogue that fuels—or fractures—success. This episode offers powerful takeaways for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone struggling to show up fully in all areas of their life.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 04:28] – Opening: intro to Brittan Morris & self-awareness in high-performance spaces

- [04:28 - 08:56] – Emotional regulation, childhood conditioning & family communication

- [08:56 - 13:24] – Impact of growing up fast & rebuilding identity

- [13:24 - 17:52] – Masculinity and trauma: what boys inherit about success & silence

- [17:52 - 22:20] – Defining love languages vs. survival responses

- [22:20 - 26:48] – Working on emotional presence in relationships

- [26:48 - 31:16] – Why actors rarely watch their own work & the fear of seeing yourself

- [31:16 - 35:44] – What Brittan believes contributed most to his personal and professional success

- [35:44 - 40:12] – Fear-based behavior and the art of surrender

- [40:12 - 44:40] – How identity shows up in career transitions

- [44:40 - 49:08] – Masculinity, ego, and performance in personal development

- [49:08 - 53:36] – Avoiding burnout and perfectionism traps

- [53:36 - 58:04] – Comparing your chapter 2 to someone else’s chapter 20

- [58:04 - 01:02:32] – Managing multiple ventures & staying intentional

- [01:02:32 - 01:07:00] – Why we’re often better when time is scarce

- [01:07:00 - 01:11:29] – Finding groundedness through structure & creative chaos

- [01:11:29 - 01:15:00] – Processing comparison, envy & purpose

- [01:15:00 - 01:20:18] – Brittan’s go-to quote for hard days + closing reflections

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Laura Desiree is a trailblazing figure in the realms of sex education, intimacy coordination, and erotic performance. With over a decade of experience, she has redefined the landscape of adult content and advocacy. As a certified intimacy coordinator, she has worked on productions like SNCTM, ensuring that performers navigate intimate scenes with safety and authenticity.

Laura’s seven-year tenure as producer and lead anchor for Naked News showcased her ability to blend journalism with sensuality, bringing a unique perspective to adult broadcasting. She further amplified sex-positive narratives through projects like Red Umbrella Talk, a podcast series that delves into the realities of sex work, aiming to destigmatize and humanize the profession.

Beyond the screen, Laura has graced stages worldwide as a burlesque and cabaret performer, infusing her acts with themes of empowerment and liberation. Her commitment to enhancing the adult industry has been evident in her previous role as Lead Brand Strategist for PS: Group and Director of Creator Communications and her current Director of Creator Communications title with Skinfluential Media, where she advocates for improved working conditions and earning opportunities for content creators.

In this bold, unfiltered, and thought-provoking conversation, Laura Desiree joins Spencer Coursen to explore identity, confidence, sensuality, and the evolving cultural conversations around eroticism, performance, and empowerment. They dive deep into what it means to command presence onstage, how sexual pride often conflicts with social norms, and why authentic confidence requires unlearning shame.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 04:28] – Opening thoughts on intimacy, connection & first impressions

- [04:28 - 08:56] – The foundation of erotic performance & building confidence in public

- [08:56 - 13:24] – Learning to find your voice through vulnerability

- [13:24 - 17:52] – Erotic visibility, shame, and being seen without fear

- [17:52 - 21:18] – Women, pride, and the sexual identity conflict

- [21:18 - 23:00] – Question 1: Do you create the whole show concept yourself?

- [23:00 - 25:00] – Question 2: How much improvisation is involved in burlesque?

- [25:00 - 29:09] – Establishing connection and reading an audience

- [29:09 - 32:58] – Telling vs selling: vulnerability, seduction, and cheating

- [32:58 - 39:04] – Burlesque as a learning curve: discipline and performance

- [39:04 - 44:00] – Why some men struggle with authentic confidence

- [44:00 - 48:30] – If you want to be confident, this is what it takes

- [48:30 - 53:17] – Sexual climax and the disconnect from its deeper value

- [53:17 - 55:58] – Shared emotional roadblocks between men and women

- [55:58 - 01:01:00] – How to make someone feel secure in intimacy

- [01:01:00 - 01:06:00] – Unrealistic relationship expectations in the age of immediacy

- [01:06:00 - 01:13:00] – The power of disagreement: intelligence vs ego

- [01:13:00 - 01:25:23] – Closing thoughts: being seen, and embracing complexity

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In this episode of Coursen’s Corner, host Spencer Coursen sits down with Daniel “DJ” Kilpatrick to explore identity, masculinity, recovery, and rebuilding after hitting rock bottom. DJ opens up about his battle with addiction, the pressure of performing, and the journey of rediscovering purpose through vulnerability, community, and personal accountability.

This episode delivers an honest and inspiring conversation about what it means to reclaim your story in a world that often tells men to hide their struggles.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 04:28] – DJ’s background: college football, performing, and early identity

- [04:28 - 08:56] – Masculinity, fatherhood, and the pressure to be perfect

- [08:56 - 13:24] – Addiction, shame, and internal collapse: DJ’s rock bottom

- [13:24 - 17:52] – Sobriety and the difficulty of letting go of what broke you

- [17:52 - 22:20] – Community, service, and rebuilding a new life

- [22:20 - 26:48] – Mental health and vulnerability in male spaces

- [26:48 - 31:16] – Performance wounds and emotional repression in men

- [31:16 - 35:44] – Owning your identity: letting go of ego and outcomes

- [35:44 - 40:12] – DJ on fear of failure, criticism, and redefining success

- [40:12 - 44:40] – Freedom in truth: choosing honesty over validation

- [44:40 - 49:08] – Reprogramming emotional responses through self-work

- [49:08 - 53:36] – How men suppress emotions to stay safe

- [53:36 - 58:04] – Fitness, structure, and routine for mental resilience

- [58:04 - 1:07:56] – Building a legacy and the power of discipline

- [1:07:56 - 1:25:40] – Final thoughts: faith, purpose, and showing up for others

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In this insightful episode, Spencer Coursen hosts Ali Pentz to break down the emotional complexities behind confidence, validation, gender roles, and emotional attachment in the digital age.

Together, they unpack hard truths about masculinity, femininity, social media validation, love languages as trauma responses, and what people really want in modern relationships. Ali’s sharp insights challenge the performative nature of dating and guide listeners toward deeper emotional awareness and authentic connection.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 04:28] – Intro: the emotional foundations of attraction and connection

- [04:28 - 08:56] – Masculinity, feminism, and how gender roles have shifted

- [08:56 - 13:24] – Why confidence is misunderstood in dating dynamics

- [13:24 - 17:52] – The 5 qualities women are actually looking for in men

- [17:52 - 22:20] – The 4 essential components of a successful relationship

- [22:20 - 26:48] – Love languages: how they are trauma-informed preferences

- [26:48 - 31:16] – Why attraction often stems from unmet emotional needs

- [31:16 - 35:44] – Feminine vs. masculine energy in emotional safety

- [35:44 - 40:12] – Can men be feminists? Challenging gender assumptions

- [40:12 - 44:40] – The “get ready with me” trend and false intimacy online

- [44:40 - 49:08] – The illusion of relationship goals and social media curation

- [49:08 - 53:36] – Why “I love you” too early is often a red flag

- [53:36 - 58:04] – Validation from “pretty girls” and the male ego online

- [58:04 - 1:02:32] – What men and women truly want—and why they sabotage it

- [1:02:32 - 1:07:35] – Final thoughts: self-responsibility, healing, and connection

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In this episode of Coursen’s Corner, elite coach and entrepreneur Justin Mihaly joins Spencer Coursen to discuss the deeply personal and professional transformations that shaped his mindset. Justin opens up about navigating autoimmune challenges, misdiagnoses in the medical industry, and the turning point that made him question everything.

From HBC protocols and statins to how social media algorithms reward precision over authenticity, Justin gets brutally honest about building a brand, protecting your mental energy, and why AI will replace the unprepared. Whether you’re a content creator, business owner, or navigating your own health journey—this conversation is filled with raw truth and tangible strategies.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 06:54] – Opening thoughts: vulnerability, health, and self-honesty

- [06:54 - 13:49] – HBC protocol, autoimmune journey & medical mistrust

- [13:49 - 20:43] – The statin lie & how the health system failed him

- [20:43 - 27:38] – Research, red flags, and finding truth in a biased world

- [27:38 - 34:33] – Social algorithms: the machine must know what to expect

- [34:33 - 41:27] – Neuralink and the merging of man and machine

- [41:27 - 48:22] – Owning your triggers and controlling cognitive patterns

- [48:22 - 55:16] – When content stops being fun—and starts being business

- [55:16 - 1:02:11] – Creating your niche & positioning for longevity

- [1:02:11 - 1:09:06] – The trillion-dollar Venn diagram: opportunity and overlap

- [1:09:06 - 1:16:00] – The cold truth: You will be replaced by AI

- [1:16:00 - 1:22:55] – Masculinity, identity, and giving power to other men

- [1:22:55 - 1:29:49] – Internal peace vs external validation

- [1:29:49 - 1:36:44] – Coaching, burnout, and evolving your legacy

- [1:36:44 - 1:43:39] – Final reflections: healing through storytelling and action

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In this episode of Coursen’s Corner, former UFC fighter and BJJ black belt Andrew Craig sits down with Spencer Coursen for a deep dive into the fighter’s mindset, emotional discipline, and the psychological edge that separates world-class athletes from everyone else.

Andrew reflects on the lessons learned inside and outside the cage—from navigating ego and identity, to how fighting is more about emotional regulation than brute force. The conversation covers skillset development, the truth about work ethic, the surprising realities of the UFC, and why Jiu Jitsu is a life practice that can benefit anyone, regardless of age or background.

If you're interested in mindset mastery, high-performance habits, or the philosophy behind elite training, this episode delivers both wisdom and actionable insight.

Timestamps:

- [0:00:00 - 0:04:34] – Andrew Craig’s intro and life after fighting

- [0:04:34 - 0:09:08] – Managing ego in competitive environments

- [0:09:08 - 0:13:42] – The fighter’s mindset and the value of emotional control

- [0:13:42 - 0:18:16] – Skill sets, Call of Duty, and the Navy SEAL fantasy

- [0:18:16 - 0:22:51] – Can everyone do Jiu Jitsu? Accessibility and benefits

- [0:22:51 - 0:27:25] – Why talent without work ethic often fails

- [0:27:25 - 0:31:59] – Physical vs. mental resilience in athletes

- [0:31:59 - 0:36:33] – Raising boys and the conversation around masculinity

- [0:36:33 - 0:41:07] – Personal safety and the role of men in protection

- [0:41:07 - 0:45:42] – How the fight game has changed over time

- [0:45:42 - 0:50:16] – Behind-the-scenes realities of UFC that surprised Andrew

- [0:50:16 - 0:54:50] – Fatherhood, legacy, and life beyond the cage

- [0:54:50 - 0:59:24] – Emotional regulation in leadership and life

- [0:59:24 - 1:03:58] – Craig’s current philosophy on training and diet

- [1:03:58 - 1:08:33] – Reflections on purpose, grit, and staying grounded

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In this vulnerable and unfiltered episode of Coursen’s Corner, intimacy coach and former sex worker Coral Osborne joins host Spencer Coursen for a deep dive into the complex truths behind modern relationships, sexual shame, digital disconnection, and the shifting roles of masculinity and femininity.

From breaking down misconceptions about sex work to explaining why dating apps and emotional suppression are more damaging than porn, Coral delivers raw, powerful insight into what’s really causing modern intimacy to fracture.

They discuss the “orgasm gap,” male vulnerability, trauma, emotional safety, and how women and men often seek connection in opposing ways, but with the same desire at heart. Whether you're exploring your own identity, healing from emotional wounds, or just trying to figure out dating in the digital age — this episode is a must-listen.

Timestamps:

- [0:00:00 - 0:05:00] – Coral’s childhood, music industry roots & intro to intimacy

- [0:05:00 - 0:10:01] – Moving to LA, starting a business, and falling into sex work

- [0:10:01 - 0:15:02] – The truth about sex work: shame, trauma, and intimacy

- [0:15:02 - 0:20:02] – Why men seek sex workers: validation, rejection, loneliness

- [0:20:02 - 0:25:03] – Feminine vs. masculine intimacy & emotional gatekeeping

- [0:25:03 - 0:30:04] – Pornhub trends: real couple sex, mindful sex & Gen Z habits

- [0:30:04 - 0:35:05] – Dating apps, video games & the real issue with disconnection

- [0:35:05 - 0:40:05] – Authenticity vs. performance & the “weaponizing” of vulnerability

- [0:40:05 - 0:45:06] – Coaching men vs. women & gender differences in self-work

- [0:45:06 - 0:50:07] – Emotional safety, commitment, and romantic misalignment

- [0:50:07 - 0:55:08] – Orgasm gap, sexual communication & casual sex myths

- [0:55:08 - 1:00:08] – Cheap dopamine, soul connection, and integrity in intimacy

- [1:00:08 - 1:05:09] – Casual sex as energetic depletion & redefining “winning”

- [1:05:09 - 1:10:10] – Self-worth, dating misalignment & sexual values

- [1:10:10 - 1:15:11] – Heartgasms, trust, and how magnificent sex rewires intimacy

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