In this powerhouse episode, Charles sits down with Setema Gali—former NFL Super Bowl champion turned elite coach, speaker, and entrepreneur—to unpack the raw truth about what it really takes to win in business, leadership, and life.

Setema shares his transformation from professional athlete to purpose-driven mentor, revealing how the same mindset that wins championships also builds unstoppable leaders. He dives deep into the “dragon-slaying” philosophy—facing hard truths, confronting excuses, and building habits that create sustainable success across every area of life.

From calling out toxic comfort and fake positivity to breaking down the power of radical accountability, Setema and Charles strip away the fluff and expose the realities of high performance. Together, they explore the price of true transformation—why most people never achieve it, and how those who do build unshakable confidence, discipline, and integrity through consistent, uncomfortable action.

This isn’t motivational talk—it’s a masterclass in mental toughness, ownership, and the psychology of winning long after the game ends.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-How Setema Gali transformed his identity from Super Bowl champion to world-class coach by redefining what real winning means
-Why true greatness isn’t about talent or trophies—but about integrity, consistency, and inner mastery
-The power of “dragon slaying”: confronting your fears, excuses, and self-sabotage to unlock purpose and power
-How to lead yourself before leading others—through discipline, accountability, and emotional control

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KEY POINTS:
01:05 – From the NFL to a new mission:
Setema shares his journey from Super Bowl champion to transformational coach—while Charles highlights how reinvention begins when identity no longer depends on titles or trophies.
04:28 – Redefining what it means to win:
Setema breaks down the difference between external success and internal fulfillment—while Charles reflects on how chasing validation keeps many high achievers stuck.
08:15 – The power of personal standards:
Setema explains why discipline and integrity are the true markers of greatness—while Charles connects this to how leaders create culture through consistency, not charisma.
12:40 – Slaying the internal dragons:
Setema reveals his framework for confronting fear, pride, and self-sabotage—while Charles notes how facing your “dragons” becomes the path to freedom and clarity.
16:10 – Leading yourself first:
Setema emphasizes that leadership starts with self-mastery—while Charles points out that emotional regulation and humility separate good leaders from exceptional ones.
20:30 – Sustaining success through structure and spirit:
Setema discusses how faith, family, and focus form the foundation of lasting achievement—while Charles ties it to the balance between grind and grace.
25:45 – Legacy over lifestyle:
Setema closes with a call to pursue impact over image—while Charles reminds listeners that real success is measured not by what you gain, but by who you become.

In this thought-provoking episode, Charles sits down with Jennifer Edwards—executive coach, speaker, and author of Bridge the Gap—to explore how curiosity, connection, and psychological flexibility can transform both leadership and life.

Jennifer unpacks the power of showing up “clean” in every interaction, revealing why most people fail to connect not because of others—but because they haven’t first connected with themselves. She shares practical tools for breaking out of “sleepwalking” routines, disrupting ego-driven patterns, and creating conversations that open doors instead of closing them.

Together, they dive into what it really takes to bridge divides in today’s polarized world: the discipline of asking better questions, the courage to hold space without judgment, and the humility to prioritize impact over looking smart. From tactical daily practices like mindful mornings and walking meditations, to high-level leadership strategies for building trust and community, Jennifer shows how anyone can cultivate connection in a disconnected age.

This isn’t just a conversation about communication. It’s a masterclass in building resilient relationships, leading with curiosity, and creating environments where people—and ideas—can truly thrive.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-Why true connection starts with showing up “clean” and being grounded in your own values and presence
-How to break out of “sleepwalking” through life by practicing curiosity and disrupting automatic patterns
-The difference between reacting from ego vs. responding with humility and awareness
-Practical tools—like mindful mornings, journaling, and walking meditations—that reset perspective and energy

Head over to provenpodcast.com to download your exclusive companion guide, designed to guide you step-by-step in implementing the strategies revealed in this episode.

KEY POINTS:
01:18 – Showing up “clean” in conversations:
Jennifer explains how being fully present and grounded changes the way people experience you—while Charles notes how leaders often underestimate this simple shift.
04:42 – Escaping life on autopilot:
Jennifer describes the dangers of “sleepwalking” through routines without awareness—while Charles reflects on how intentional disruption sparks growth.
08:10 – Curiosity as a leadership superpower:
Jennifer shares how asking better questions opens connection and trust—while Charles highlights how curiosity dissolves barriers in polarized environments.
12:35 – Ego vs. impact in decision-making:
Jennifer unpacks why leaders often choose being “right” over being effective—while Charles points out the cost of ego-driven choices.
16:20 – Practical resets for daily clarity:
Jennifer introduces mindful mornings, walking meditations, and journaling as tools to re-center—while Charles ties these practices to sustainable high performance.
20:55 – The power of psychological flexibility:
Jennifer explains why adaptability and openness are essential for modern leaders—while Charles connects it to resilience in business and relationships.
25:30 – Building bridges that last:
Jennifer closes with strategies to foster trust and belonging—while Charles emphasizes that true leadership is measured by the quality of connection you create.

In this high-energy episode, Charles sits down with Kris Dehnert—founder of Dehnert Media Group and the driving force behind Dugout Mugs—to unpack how creativity, resilience, and systems thinking can turn simple ideas into multi-million-dollar brands.

Kris shares the origin story of Dugout Mugs, where a concept sketched in a kitchen grew into $55M in sales, MLB licensing deals, and a brand loved by fans, athletes, and corporations alike. He breaks down the lessons from his entrepreneurial journey—from early wins in print-on-demand apparel to painful setbacks in restaurants, cannabis, and crypto—and why he believes you fail your way to lasting success.

Together, Charles and Kris dive deep into the mechanics of building lean but powerful organizations: how to scale with small teams, empower people through ownership, and leverage AI and systems to multiply output without multiplying overhead. Kris also reveals his personal philosophy—why fun, family, and reflection matter just as much as profit, and why firing yourself from the process is the real key to freedom.

This isn’t just a story about baseball mugs. It’s a masterclass in turning setbacks into systems, ordinary products into extraordinary brands, and entrepreneurship into a life you actually want to live.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
-How Kris turned a simple idea—baseball bats turned into mugs—into a $55M brand with MLB licensing deals
-Why failure in industries like restaurants, cannabis, and crypto taught him the resilience to build lasting businesses
-The importance of systems and small, empowered teams to scale without unnecessary overhead
-How “firing yourself” from the process creates freedom and long-term sustainability

Head over to provenpodcast.com to download your exclusive companion guide, designed to guide you step-by-step in implementing the strategies revealed in this episode.

KEY POINTS:
01:22 – From idea to $55M brand:
Kris shares how a simple sketch of a baseball bat mug turned into Dugout Mugs with MLB licensing and millions in sales—while Charles highlights the power of turning passion into product.
05:10 – Failing forward through industries:
Kris opens up about losses in restaurants, cannabis, and crypto—and why failure became the tuition that prepared him for future wins.
08:48 – Scaling with small teams:
Kris explains how lean operations and empowered people drive efficiency—while Charles reflects on why bigger isn’t always better.
12:30 – Firing yourself from the process:
Kris discusses the art of stepping back, creating systems, and letting others take ownership—while Charles points out how this unlocks freedom for founders.
16:42 – Building brands with fun and family:
Kris reveals why joy, reflection, and relationships matter as much as revenue—while Charles ties it back to building businesses worth living for.
20:25 – Leveraging AI and automation:
Kris shares how AI and systems amplify impact without ballooning costs—while Charles notes how smart tech creates real leverage for entrepreneurs.
25:55 – Redefining entrepreneurship:
Kris closes with his philosophy: entrepreneurship isn’t just about profit—it’s about lessons, ownership, and creating brands that people love—while Charles emphasizes the legacy of building with purpose.

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