Empowered People Podcast

EP 294 - Make Memories Over Moves

In this EP, Josh talks about how the importance of making memories is as important as making moves and a story he was reminded of that goes along with it. 

E P- 293 Local Pig + Pigwich with Alex Pope

In this episode we had to opportunity to sit down with Alex Pope who is part Owner/Operator of the best restaurant/butchery in Kansas City: Pigwich/Local Pig. We talk about humble beginnings, the value of patience, and the no-fail mindset. Loved this convo. Enjoy! Follow Local Pig + Pigwich on Instagram: Local Pig's/Pigwich website:  Avoid the mid week slump with HopWtr.HopWtr. Use coupon code EEKC at checkout. Send a meal to a friend or someone in need with More Than A Meal     ...

E⚡️P - 292 Put Me In Coach, I'm Ready To Play

What's up everybody? In this episode Josh talks about different lessons that he has learned from stepping up as a coach for his kids baseball team and how they have transferred into his relationships outside of coaching. Great Episode, Enjoy!

E⚡️P - 291 Follow The Leader

What's up listeners? Today's episode is all about paying attention to the people you follow. Leadership is a lot more than an instagram story or a catchy phrase and Josh tells stories from his past about leaders in his past talking less and taking more action.  Enjoy!

E⚡️P - 290 Lots of Positivity with Lil Munchkins Children's Boutique

In this episode we have the opportunity to sit down with my wonderful neighbor Melinda Roumas. Melinda opened up a childrens fashion boutique with her sister Melissa called Lil' Munchkins in 4 different locations in the KC/Lawrence area and Mommas are raving all over the midwest. I have two daughters of my own and we rely on Lil Munchkins for all of our girls holiday and special occasion wear. Tune-in to todays episode to learn more about how Melinda leans into every opportunity to build her...

E⚡️P - 289 Take Tomorrow Off

In this EP Josh talks about his hashtags #EndOnEmpty and #TakeTomorrowOff and how they drive him to get the most out of each day. 

E⚡️P 288 - That's not a Josh, This is a Josh

In this episode we sit down with Empowered's very own Josh Richards to talk about his Journey coming to America, how it started and how its going. Love this guy. Enjoy.

E⚡️P - 287 Don't Wish Your Life Away

This EP is all about the moment. Enjoy.

E⚡️P - 286 The Danger of Standing on Past Wins

In this episode Josh talks about how it fees like the more he wins the less praise he needs and how looking for future opportunites instead of standing on past wins has kept him leading from the front.

E ⚡️P - 285 We Went to a Networking Event

In this episode Josh talks about the importance of networking and meeting new people. 

E⚡️P - 284 The Future Of Meaningful Work with Shawn Fowler

In this EP we sit down with Shane Fowler of MindMade and deep dive into the future of work, the workplace, workers, basically all things work. Enjoy Follow Mindmade on Instagram Check out the Mindmade Website We also appreciate the heck out of our sponsors 👇👇👇👇 If you’re an electrician hit up Border States Electric. You need them on your team. Avoid the mid week slump with HopWtr.HopWtr. Use coupon code EEKC at checkout. Send a meal to a friend or someone in need with More Than A...

E⚡️P - 284 The Future Of Meaningful Work with Shane Fowler

In this EP we sit down with Shane Fowler of MindMade and deep dive into the future of work, the workplace, workers, basically all things work. Enjoy Follow Mindmade on Instagram Check out the Mindmade Website We also appreciate the heck out of our sponsors 👇👇👇👇 If you’re an electrician hit up Border States Electric. You need them on your team. Avoid the mid week slump with HopWtr.HopWtr. Use coupon code EEKC at checkout. Send a meal to a friend or someone in need with More Than A M...

E⚡️P - 283 Keep the Door Open

In this episode Josh talks about missing out on future opportunites because of his past performance.  

E⚡️P - 282 Grabbing Attention with DRock

Most people know who DRock is and his relationship with Gary Vee. While people know about him working for free, creating videos, and adding massive amounts of value to the entrepreneurship world. What they fail to realize is that opportunity without preparation leads to nowhere. In this episode we take a dip back to the beginning. We talk about things like the first time DRock grabbed a camera, what inspired him, motivated him, and kept him focused to become the man he is today. Enjoy Foll...

E⚡️P - 281 You Are Not Qualified

In this ep, Josh shares a couple life hacks on how to approach task that you may not be qualified for. 

E⚡️P 280 Underestimated Apparel

I think, chances are, you’ve had someone doubt you. Question You. Underestimate the lengths you are willing to go to achieve your dream… Only Two Choices, “Make Moves or Make Excuses” Danney is a guy that freaking moves. It was an honor to talk to him. Follow along with Underestmiated Apparel    We also appreciate the heck out of our sponsors 👇👇👇👇 If you’re an electrician hit up Border States Electric. You need them on your team. Avoid the mid week slump with HopWtr.HopWtr. Us...

E⚡️P - 279 It's Always Hott

When you treat things like they are always hot, like they are always important, like they are always precious, it is amazing how many opportunities you will get. Check out the EmpoweredED Youtube Channel 

E⚡️P - 278 Creating Opportunity with Michael Gutelli from Clark+Aldine

In this episode Josh sits down with Michael Guttelli with ClarkandAldine to talk all things home remodel, design, manhood and all types of ill stuff.   Follow ClarkandAldine Check out Michael's Instagram    We also appreciate the heck out of our sponsors 👇👇👇👇 If you’re an electrician hit up Border States Electric. You need them on your team. Avoid the mid week slump with HopWtr.HopWtr. Use coupon code EEKC at checkout. Send a meal to a friend or someone in need with More Than...

E⚡️P - 278 Michaaael Guttelli

E⚡️P - 277 Why I Suck As A Boss

The reason I suck as a boss is the same reason I sucked as an employee. Check out today's epissode to find out more. 

E⚡️P 276 Why Are You Asking Why?

In this episode Josh dives deeper into the beginging steps of controling anxiety and the feeling of being overwhelmed when multiple task pile up. 

E⚡️P 275 - Four Steps to Battle Becoming Overwhelmed

What's up guys in this episode Josh talks about how he has learned to successfully tackle allowing himself to be overwhelmed and how his expieriences will help push you forward. 

E⚡️P - 274 More Than a Meal with Mitch Case

In this episode Josh sits down with Mitch Case of More Than a Meal and talks about his courageous jump from average employee to extraordinary business owner. Most compelling stories start with tradeget. This is one of those. Bare with the birthday, here we go.   Check out More Than a Meal here. Follow Mitch on Linkedin   We also appreciate the heck out of our sponsors 👇👇👇👇 If you’re an electrician hit up Border States Electric. You need them on your team. Avoid the mid week slu...

E⚡️P - 273 64 Hours in a Day

In this episode Josh talks about being aware of the information you are being presented on social media from influcers and other contet creators. 

E⚡️P - 272 Dirty Laundry

In this EP Josh talks about projecting insecurirties through a funny story at a rawk show.  Check out Sam Wild and @gowilldmedia

E⚡️P 271 - Business & Brand with Amber and Jasmine of S.I.S.

Business and Brand, you need both in your company and luckily for Amber and Jasmine they have both because they have each other. S.I.S. “Stellar Image Studios” is overflowing with love and positivity in and around the Kansas City area thanks to these sisters, and their amazing team. You will definitely listen to this conversation and know that you want to surround yourself with people that are going to cheer you on, believe in you, and push you to be your best self like Amber and Jasmine do....

E⚡️P 270 - Take a Loss or Learn a Lesson

This weekend was rough. Two big losses hurt my heart, but they also reminded me of a lesson I needed today. Winning isn’t easy, it isn’t guaranteed, it isn’t even probable, but it is possible when you do the things you know you need to do.

E⚡️P - 269 Turning Pain into Power with Jason Holzer

Meet and fall in love with Jason Holzer of 4D Athletes. He is a teacher, a coach, a mentor, and a great example of someone who turned pain into power. I left this convo way more mindful, caring, and wanting to help the future generations.  Check out 4D Athletes  Jason Holzer LinkedIn Jesse with Connected Counseling Special Shout out to our Sponsors: Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon ...

E⚡️P - 268 Turning Pain into Power with Jason Holzer

Meet and fall in love with Jason Holzer of 4D Athletes. He is a teacher, a coach, a mentor, and a great example of someone who turned pain into power. I left this convo way more mindful, caring, and wanting to help the future generations.  Check out 4D Athletes  Jason Holzer LinkedIn Jesse with Connected Counseling Special Shout out to our Sponsors: Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon ...

E⚡️P - 268 You are Pretty, Smart, Kind and Strong

In this EP lil sis Corrie steps in studio and tells us about her bed time ritual.  I can tell you over and over, but you have to believe it. 

E⚡️P 267 - On Leadership with Sanjay Poonen

I tried to get Sanjay on the podcast to talk about finances, he wanted to talk about leadership. I wanted to ask him about investing, he wanted to talk about impact. This man is truly a great and humble leader. I walked away from this convo ready to level the heck up. Special Shout out to our Sponsors: Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon code EEKC at checkout. 

E⚡️P - 266 Know Yourself

You can't be "Hard" on yourself, but you can be honest. You can't "Know" yourself without the help of others. Get a Counselor, Get a Coach, Get Accountability, Get to Work. Love Y'all! Josh ps. for more information on  1 on 1 coaching and  the Empowered Elite reach out to me directly [email protected] 

E⚡️P 265 - Take Control w Lance Hack

A lot of people live the life that other’s have chosen for them. Their jobs, their interests, their “passions,” it’s just things that they think they are supposed to care about. Stop living your life for other people. Stop living up to everyone else’s expectations. It’s not about them. It has to start with you. You have to take charge of yourself if will ever accomplish anything meaningful or have an impact on your community.   Lance Hack is a perfect example of someone that not only wor...

E⚡️P - 264 Be Honest

If you haven’t already made your 2022 New Years Resolutions, I have one for you. Be Honest. Like really really Honest. Be Honest with yourself more than any of your friends, family, or enemies.  You know you better than everyone else. This is the true key to success. 

E⚡️P 263 - Whole Selling Houses with Ryan

In this EP we sit down with Ryan George with TRGHomesKC on instagram. He is a great dude with a positive message. He whole sells houses, but he does so much more.  Special Shout out to our Sponsors: Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon code EEKC at checkout.  Follow along on Instagra: EmpoweredKC & _JoshLevin

E⚡️P -262 Start

If you take anything away from today's EP, it's time to start. 

E ⚡️P - 262 Know Your P&L

Knowing Your P&L (PROFIT & LOSS) might be the most important thing for you to succeed in 2022. You have to start with where you are, you have to have a dream and a plan on where you want to be, you have to have the courage to Keep 👏 Moving 👏 Forward 👏#BetterTogether *** Special Shout out to our holiday Sponsors Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon code EEKC at checkout.  Follow along on I...

E ⚡️P - 261 Say that 10 times fast

Pick A Race Pay for the Race Pick a Program Do the Program  Piece of Cake *** Special Shout out to our holiday Sponsors Border States Electric: Suppling all your electrical needs. In KC ask for Jason Bradley.  HopWtr: All Benefits no Booze: use coupon code EEKC at checkout.  Follow along on Instagra: EmpoweredKC & _JoshLevin

E⚡️P - 260 KC Comfort Pros with Chad Engles

Doing good business is important, being a good person is essential. Good thing for us todays guest is a great example of both. Living a life of comfort doesn't come easy, it takes a lot of work, a lot of time, and actually giving a crap. I really think this is a good one.  Follow Chad on instagram or hit him up at 816 - 522 - 1518 Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfulness. Heck reach out to Jason directly. Email: JBradley@BorderS...

E⚡️P - 259 - Bad Diets

What are you paying attention to? In this EP Josh talks about how what we take in through music, tv, and other outside sources effects us. Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfulness. Heck reach out to Jason directly. Email: [email protected] Hop "Wtr" Water: Use code EEKC at Check out to get 10% off. If you are trying to kick the overuse of beer, this is your ticket. 

E⚡️P - 258 Grill Nation w/ Jason Grill

I had the chance to be on Grill Nation with Jason Grill and you would think as much as I talk about the Empowered Story, I would get tired of it…. No Freaking Way!!! It is always a blast to share the story of overcoming statistics, daring greatly, and not letting anything from your past dictate your future. Enjoy. Twitter is @JasonGrill and @GrillNationShow.  Facebook is JasonGrill and GrillNationShow.  Instagram is Jason Grill and GrillNationShow.  LinkedIn is Jason Grill.  Website...

E⚡️P - 256 Year Ago You

Whats up its Matt and in this EP we talk about the MetaVerse, Ice Baths, and Meeting Yourself. Its pretty lit.  Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfulness. Heck reach out to Jason directly. Email: [email protected] Hop "Wtr" Water: Use code EEKC at Check out to get 10% off. If you are trying to kick the overuse of beer, this is your ticket. 

E⚡️P - 257 Year Ago You

Whats up its Matt and in this EP we talk about the MetaVerse, Ice Baths, and Meeting Yourself. Its pretty lit.  Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfulness. Heck reach out to Jason directly. Email: [email protected] Hop "Wtr" Water: Use code EEKC at Check out to get 10% off. If you are trying to kick the overuse of beer, this is your ticket. 

E⚡️P - 256 No Days Off with Tim Fritson

Make success easy. Don’t think about tomorrows work until todays is done. When I didn’t want to run, I ran the hardest course I could. If I run on day 101, the decision has been made for the year. It’s not about if, but when.   Man just thinking about all the one liner bangers Tim Fritson, Pastor of Liberty Christian Fellowship, dropped in this interview just gets me all fired up. Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfulne...

E⚡️P 255 - Stop Getting Mad

In this EP Josh talks about a Birthday gift that was knot so cool. Tune it to find out what it was. 

E⚡️P - 254 "Do What You Can with What You Got" with Isaac Collins

One of my favorite people in Kansas City, Isaac Lee Collins. He is the proud owner / operator of (3) Yogurtini locations. He is a speaker, coach, husband and father. A Great Freaking Dude.  We talk about our pasts, about scaling during uncertainty, protection culture and growing as entrepreneurs. I freaking loved this chat and you will too.    Be sure to show some loves to our sponsors.  Border States Electric: Supplier of all things electrical material, tools and all around helpfuln...

E⚡️P - 253 Wash The Dishes

In this EP we go deep down the drain pipe. No problem will ever solve itself over time by ignoring it. You have to fill the sink, roll up your sleeves, and get to work.

E⚡️P - 252 Stuffed with Thankfulness

Hey, So you didn't invite us to Thanksgiving... but that's okay. Tune-in to our Special Turkey Day Episode while you prepare all that food. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

E⚡️P - 251 I Want What You Have

Wanting what someone has, without wanting to be the kind of person that deserves it, is a sure fire way to failure. Looks past all the glitter and gold, focus on what they do, who they interact with, and ultimately who they ARE deep down. It might not be the quick fix secrete that you’re looking for, but it is real and true.    Also if you are feeling like during the holiday season you need to take some time off alcohol be sure to check out Hop Wtr. Its delicious and awesome and good for...

E⚡️P 250 - Rest & Recharge

In this EP I really want you to think about What you need to take a “Rest” from, and What will Recharge You. We need you if there is any hope for a better tomorrow.