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At some point in a man’s life, the mission he’s been on—career, identity, achievements—stops fitting. Something deeper begins stirring. A holy dissatisfaction. A call toward the next mission God has been preparing him for all along.

Today’s episode is with a man who has lived multiple missions with courage: Darin Kinder.

Teacher. Military. Secret Service agent. And now, author and faith-driven speaker helping men rediscover meaning in their work and their lives.

Darin shares:

How to recognize when you’re no longer in your “sweet spot”
— that unmistakable internal sense that you’re doing good work, but not the work you were made for.

Why your purpose never changes — but your missions do
— and why men in midlife often stay stuck because they believe they can’t make a change.

How God uses decades of preparation before calling you into the next season
— including how Darin spent 10–15 years “writing a book in his head.”

The danger of settling into the status quo in your 40s and 50s
— straight from The Life That Matters Manifesto: the status quo steals your potential.

Why “If you’re not dead, you’re not done” is the anthem for every second-half man

How Darin launched Fierce Faith, his speaking and ministry organization helping men find mission and meaning in both corporate and faith-driven environments.

This conversation is for the man who feels restless.

The man who’s successful—but not fulfilled.

The man who knows there’s more inside him than the life he’s currently living.

If you’re in your second half and you're ready to step boldly into the life God made you for, this episode will speak directly to you.

📚 Guest Links

Book: Bury Me in a Dirty Suit
(Amazon, Barnes & Noble)
Faith-Based Website: https://fierce-faith.com
Corporate Speaking Website: https://darinkinder.com

Instagram: @darinkinder
LinkedIn: Darin Kinder

Chapters
00:00 — Purpose vs. Missions
01:09 — Meet Darin Kinder
02:00 — From Teacher → Military → Secret Service
08:20 — Midlife crises & course corrections
09:53 — What the “Sweet Spot” Really Means
13:00 — When God Prepares You for Decades
14:10 — Leaving the Secret Service for Your Next Mission
19:00 — Why Purpose Never Stops Calling
33:20 — Launching Fierce Faith
35:24 — “If You’re Not Dead, You’re Not Done”
39:55 — Where to Find Darin’s Book
41:00 — Closing Thoughts

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Born without fingers, Jason Burbage could’ve let life’s circumstances define him. Instead, he let purpose do it.

In this powerful conversation, Jason shares his story of growing up different, wrestling with why God made him the way He did, and how that question became the foundation for his life’s mission. Today, he’s the president and equity partner of a purpose-driven franchise company—proof that fulfillment and impact can be built from the inside out.

We talk about the difference between joy and happiness, why culture matters more than cash flow, and what it really looks like to live a life of faith and purpose in the second half.

If you’ve ever faced limitation, loss, or uncertainty, this episode will remind you: your challenges aren’t the end of your story—they’re the beginning of your calling.

In this episode:

• Jason’s story of faith and resilience after being born without fingers
• How purpose transforms the way you lead and live
• The difference between joy and happiness
• Why brotherhood and accountability create real growth
• How to build a business culture rooted in values, not just results

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📘 Grab The Life That Matters Manifesto
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In this episode of Made to Matter, host Adam Landrum sits down with Walker McKay, founder of No BS Sales School and host of the No BS Sales School Podcast. Walker opens up about what he calls “The 47-Year-Old Problem” — that moment in midlife when success on paper no longer feels fulfilling and you know something has to change.

Walker shares his powerful journey of walking away from a comfortable career at 48 years old with a house, kids in private school, and a three-year non-compete — and how that leap of faith led him to build a thriving business rooted in authenticity, accountability, and purpose.

This conversation dives deep into what it really takes to reinvent yourself in midlife, the mindset required to start over, and why humility and radical responsibility are the keys to sustainable success.

You’ll learn:

What the “47-Year-Old Problem” is — and how to recognize it in your own life
How to shift from midlife crisis to midlife clarity
Why taking 100% responsibility changes everything
The mindset shifts needed to move from employee to entrepreneur
How to build a business around impact, not just income
The role of mentors and coaches in personal growth and reinvention
Whether you’re 35 or 55, this episode will challenge you to rethink what fulfillment means and inspire you to take bold ownership of your next chapter.

Connect with Walker McKay:
Website: https://www.walkermckay.com/
Podcast: https://www.walkermckay.com/podcast

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Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to Made to Matter
02:30 – Meet Walker McKay and his journey into sales
07:45 – Leaving comfort for purpose
12:10 – The power of taking full responsibility
18:00 – The 47-Year-Old Problem explained
26:45 – From midlife crisis to midlife clarity
34:20 – Building a business from scratch
41:00 – The mentors who changed everything
49:00 – Lessons in humility and persistence
56:15 – Advice for those feeling stuck in midlife
1:02:00 – Where to find Walker and closing thoughts

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What happens when you realize the success you’ve been chasing isn’t the fulfillment you’ve been longing for? In this conversation, Adam Landrum sits down with Andrew Selcho — a high-achieving professional who walked away from a predictable path to build a life and business that align with his purpose.

Together, they explore:

• How to know when it’s time to make a change.
• Why success without fulfillment feels empty.
• The fears that hold men back from pursuing purpose.
• Practical steps to move from corporate achievement to meaningful impact.

This episode is for the man in the second half of life who knows he’s made it — but still feels something’s missing.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction
02:15 – Andrew’s turning point: when success stopped feeling like success
06:42 – The lie of “having it all together”
11:08 – The courage to walk away from comfort
16:33 – Rebuilding your purpose from the inside out
21:10 – What fulfillment looks like in real life
27:45 – How to find clarity for your next chapter
34:20 – The Made to Matter framework for purpose
39:55 – Final reflections: what really matters

KEYWORDS:
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CONNECT WITH ANDREW SELCHO:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewselcho

Most men hit their 40s and think health is a downhill slide. But what if the second half of life could be your fittest, most energized season yet?

In this episode of Made to Matter, host Adam Landrum sits down with Luke Depron, nutrition and fitness coach and founder of The Fitmen Project. Luke helps men in midlife break free from unsustainable “quick fixes” and build a lifestyle of strength, energy, and confidence that lasts.

You’ll discover:

• Why “self schema” is the hidden key to lasting health transformation.
• The difference between a dad bod and a fit dad identity.
• How to set “hard lines” that make fitness simple and sustainable.
• Why small, consistent wins matter more than crash diets or extreme challenges.
• Practical steps for midlife men to regain energy, confidence, and longevity.

This isn’t about becoming a bodybuilder. It’s about building a body—and a life—that supports your purpose, your family, and your second half.

Connect with Adam:
🌐 Website: https://madetomatter.coach

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlandrum

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madetomatter_

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@madetomatter

Connect with Luke Depron:
🌐 Website: https://fitmenproject.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmenproject

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukedepron

What happens when the framework you’ve built your life on no longer fits?

In this episode of Made to Matter, host Adam Landrum sits down with Justin Almas, a former executive pastor who left ministry to step into the uncertain, often disorienting, world of midlife transition. Now a coach for men, Justin helps others navigate the very journey he’s walked—deconstruction, rediscovery, and stepping into a new framework for purpose.

You’ll discover:

• Why Justin walked away from pastoral ministry despite outward success.
• The difference between reinvention and rediscovery when you feel lost in midlife.
• How to realign your life around your core values and true identity.
• Why transition seasons—though painful—are often the doorway to growth and clarity.
• Practical frameworks for men asking: Who am I, and what’s next?

If you’re a man in your 40s, 50s, or 60s wrestling with career, faith, or identity, this episode will give you language, hope, and tools for navigating your second half with purpose.

Connect with Adam:
🌐 Website: https://madetomatter.coach

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlandrum

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madetomatter_

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@madetomatter

Connect with Justin Almas:
🌐 Website: https://fg.coach

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinalmas

What does it take to lead well—not just in your career, but in life?

In this episode of the Made to Matter podcast, Adam Landrum sits down with Adam Tarnow—leadership coach, consultant, author, and host of How to Lead with Clay Scroggins and Adam Tarnow. Together, they dive deep into what it really means to lead with purpose in today’s world.

From facilitating leadership development workshops across industries like oil & gas, technology, and professional services to writing and speaking about effective leadership, Adam Tarnow brings decades of hard-earned insights. You’ll hear practical tools for building influence, leading with integrity, and creating impact far beyond your job description.

Whether you’re leading a corporate team, running your own business, or navigating your “second half,” this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership, purpose, and legacy.

You’ll Learn:

• The leadership mistakes most executives don’t see coming
• How to create a culture people actually want to work in
• The habits that turn good leaders into great ones
• Why purpose-driven leadership matters now more than ever

Links & Resources:

• Adam Tarnow’s Website: adamTarnow.com
• Adam Landrum’s Website: madetomatter.coach

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Adam Tarnow
02:14 – Adam Tarnow’s journey into leadership coaching
05:36 – The biggest challenges leaders face today
10:48 – How to lead in industries outside your expertise
14:20 – Why self-awareness is the foundation of leadership
19:42 – The role of purpose in great leadership
25:55 – Leadership lessons from coaching executives
31:18 – Practical takeaways for purpose-driven leadership

What happens when a successful business owner decides to walk away from comfort, security, and decades of hard work… to step into the unknown world of middle school teaching?

In this episode of Made to Matter, Adam Landrum sits down with longtime friend Shannon Harvey to talk about his radical midlife career transition — from running a successful Allstate Insurance agency to becoming a middle school math teacher.

Shannon shares:

• Why losing one key employee sparked the beginning of his career change.
• How personality assessments (and his wise wife) confirmed teaching was his true calling.
• The challenges of starting over in midlife and what he learned about faith, humility, and listening to advice.
• The surprising health benefits of teaching — including why teachers may live 7–8 years longer.
• Practical advice for anyone considering leaving corporate or business ownership to pursue a second-half purpose.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, follow your calling, and build a life of significance.

👉 If you’re a high-achieving man in your 40s, 50s, or 60s searching for your second-half purpose, this episode will inspire you to take the leap.

Connect with Adam:
🌐 Website: https://madetomatter.coach
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlandrum
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madetomatter_
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@madetomatter

Connect with Shannon Harvey:
🌐 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonharvey/