Relationships & Revenue with John Hulen

Episode 111 Why Women Make Better Spies with Lindsay Moran

In this episode, John talks with Lindsay Moran — former CIA operator, an expert on human intelligence, national spokesperson for DeliverFund (an NPO that uses cutting-edge technology to eradicate human trafficking), and freelance writer (her articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and USA Today, among other publications), author of the book Blowing My Cover: My Life As a CIA Spy, and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:10] - Welcome notes and Lindsay...

Episode 110 Fit for Life with Matt Storm

In this episode, John talks to Matt Storm — entrepreneur, owner of Storm Trooper Productions LLC and Gifts With An Edge, host of Friday FitCast Podcast, retired bodybuilder, husband, and dad.  Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:25] - Giving priority to your family [03:39] - Matt’s backstory [06:56] - Work-life harmony [09:50] - The fault in our education system [13:14] - What made Matt get into bodybuilding [23:07] - True meaning of passion and purpose [28:14] - You ca...

Episode 109 Permission to Prosper with Ray Edwards

John talks to Ray Edwards — communication strategist, copywriter, author of two Amazon best sellers, How to Write Copy That Sells: The Step-By-Step System for More Sales to More Customers, More Often and Permission to Prosper: How to be Rich Beyond Your Wildest Dreams, host of the top-rated podcast The Ray Edwards Show, husband, and dad. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:54] - Welcome notes and introduction of Ray Edwards [04:28] - Ray’s journey into copywriting [07:50] - The...

Episode 108 Movement is Medicine with Kristina Hoyer (Part 2)

Continuing the conversation with Kristina Hoyer, John discusses the relationship aspect of her life. The first part of the interview (Episode 107) focused on her journey into the US Navy and her life as a human performance coach. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - When mindset and wellness go hand in hand [04:36] - Kristina's go-to supplements [08:22] - Kristina's approach to strengthening relationships and how they impact her business [10:53] - The importance of commu...

Episode 107 Movement is Medicine with Kristina Hoyer (Part 1)

John talks to Kristina Hoyer — former US Navy rescue swimmer, entrepreneur, competitive athlete, yoga teacher, human performance coach, and chronic pain survivor. Having served in the US Navy for six years, Kristina left the service after sustaining a serious injury. Listen to her as she discusses her journey into the US Navy and life as a human performance coach. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:30] - What made Kristina enter the Navy [08:12] - Kristina's experience in the Na...

Episode 106 From Underdog to Alpha Dog with JJ Birden (Part 2)

John continues his conversation with JJ Birden, who shares stories of his life before and after he retired from the NFL. In the previous episode, JJ discussed his journey as a professional athlete and what he is doing as an entrepreneur. This episode focuses on the relationship part of his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Why JJ got into network marketing [03:09] - What made JJ become a speaker [05:00] - Efforts to improve his significant relationships and how th...

Episode 105 From Underdog to Alpha Dog with JJ Birden (Part 1)

John talks with former NFL wide receiver JJ Birden - speaker, network marketer, author, husband, father, and grandfather. JJ played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, and the University of Oregon (football and track). Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and brief intro of JJ Birden [01:58] - No D1 offers despite being the #1 wide receiver in Oregon [04:12] - JJ's experience at the University of Oregon [07:18] - Training to become a starter [09:...

Episode 104 Supporting a Loved One with Cancer

If you or someone you know has a loved one fighting cancer but you don't know how to support them, this episode is for you. John talks about his mother's battle with cancer and shares a few things that will help you support those you love and care about who have cancer. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:25] - Why John is doing this episode [02:47] - How Owen and Theresa Hemsath helped John [04:16] - Tips to support those you love who are battling cancer [05:17] - Simply lis...

Episode 103 Enhance Your Leadership Skills with Jennifer McClure

John talks with Jennifer McClure — CEO of Unbridled Talent and DisruptHR, keynote speaker, coach, daughter, and mom. Through her company, Unbridled Talent, she provides coaching and strategy consulting services for businesses and business leaders looking for guidance in leadership, executive communication skills, and talent strategy. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:50] - How she got her start and what led her to where she is today [07:59] - What made her become an HR Guru [...

Episode 102 The Truth About Sex with Jackie Brewton

John talks with Jackie Brewton – speaker, teen relationship expert, and author of the books 7 Secrets Guys Will Never Tell You: A Teen Girl's Guide on Love, Sex, and Relationships and The Truth About Sex: Real Stories from Teen Guys Like You and the founder and CEO of MotivationN3D (a motivational speaking company). Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:27] - Jackie’s intro [01:22] - What led her to become an expert on teen relationships [05:06] - Why she wrote 7 Secrets Guys Wil...

Episode 101 Behind the Scenes in Hollywood with Joseph Lanius

John talks with Joseph Lanius — founder of Lanius Law & Associates, entertainment attorney, husband, and dad. Besides being an attorney, Joseph is also a film executive producer and has produced 13 films since 2019, with many more in pre-production at the moment. His wife, Aalia Lanius, has also appeared on Episode 75 of the Relationships & Revenue podcast. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:25] - Joseph’s introduction [03:35] - His backstory and why he decided to become an atto...

Episode 100 Celebrating 100 Episodes!

Relationships & Revenue Podcast has reached 100 episodes! And to celebrate this milestone, John became a guest on his own show, joined by the very first guest of this podcast, Anthony Trucks.  During this episode, John discusses some of the greatest life lessons he has learned, what motivated him to start this podcast, major pain points in his life, and gives business and relationship advice to make your life better. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:45] - Reasons to listen to ...

Episode 99 Redemption & Perseverance with Tony Mandarich (Part 2)

Continuing the conversation about steroids/pain killers/alcohol and the impact on his life, career, and relationships, John and Tony talk about the lessons Tony learned from his mistakes. In the previous episode (Episode 98), the two discussed how his addiction to pain killers and alcohol impacted his career and how he was able to get sober and transform his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The transition to the real world after leaving Green Bay [07:42] - About co...

Episode 99 Tony Mandarich Part 2

Continuing the conversation about steroids/pain killers/alcohol and the impact on his life, career, and relationships, John and Tony talk about the lessons Tony learned from his mistakes. In the previous episode (Episode 98), the two discussed how his addiction to pain killers and alcohol impacted his career and how he was able to get sober and transform his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The transition to the real world after leaving Green Bay [07:42] - About compo...

Episode 99 Tony Mandarich Part 2

Continuing the conversation about steroids/pain killers/alcohol and the impact on his life, career, and relationships, John and Tony talk about the lessons Tony learned from his mistakes. In the previous episode (Episode 98), the two discussed how his addiction to pain killers and alcohol impacted his career and how he was able to get sober and transform his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The transition to the real world after leaving Green Bay [07:42] - About compo...

Episode 99 Tony Mandarich Part 2

Continuing the conversation about steroids/pain killers/alcohol and the impact on his life, career, and relationships, John and Tony talk about the lessons Tony learned from his mistakes. In the previous episode (Episode 98), the two discussed how his addiction to pain killers and alcohol impacted his career and how he was able to get sober and transform his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The transition to the real world after leaving Green Bay [07:42] - About compo...

Episode 99 Tony Mandarich Part 2

Continuing the conversation about steroids/pain killers/alcohol and the impact on his life, career, and relationships, John and Tony talk about the lessons Tony learned from his mistakes. In the previous episode (Episode 98), the two discussed how his addiction to pain killers and alcohol impacted his career and how he was able to get sober and transform his life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The transition to the real world after leaving Green Bay [07:42] - About compo...

Episode 98 Redemption & Perseverance with Tony Mandarich (Part 1)

John talks with Tony Mandarich — "the best offensive line prospect ever," 1989 #2 overall draft pick of the Green Bay Packers, speaker, professional photographer, content creator, author of the book My Dirty Little Secrets: Steroids, Alcohol & God: The Tony Mandarich Story, and father. This is Part 1 of the interview … Part 2 is Episode 99. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:23] - Tony's journey from being recruited by Nick Saban (Michigan State defensive backs coach) to becoming ...

Episode 97 Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe with Brian Dixon

John talks with Brian Dixon — speaker, business coach, entrepreneur, author of the bestselling book Start with Your People: The Daily Decision That Changes Everything, husband and dad. Brian helps authors, speakers, and aspiring messengers create sustainable businesses by growing their platforms and creating compelling online courses. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:03] - Brian’s backstory [04:56] - Brian discusses a near-death experience [10:25] - How Brian finds problems ...

Episode 96 Relationship Building with Chuck Balsamo

John talks with Chuck Balsamo — a multi-time entrepreneur, CEO of Extraordinary Circle, author of the book Make Me a Legend: For the Dream of a Better Tomorrow, keynote speaker, husband, dad, and grandpa. At the age of 19, Chuck married his childhood sweetheart. Today, he shares his journey through the years and the impact his wife had on his life and success. Listen to this episode to learn more: [03:36] - The principle of relationship synergy [08:21] - Your home life impacts your bus...

Episode 95 Introduction to NFT's with Andy Storch

Episode 95 Introduction to NFTs with Andy Storch

In recent years, the hype that NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) have created is unmatchable. From art and music to stories and selfies, people are selling and buying everything they can as NFTs. But what is NFT actually? Andy Storch is back on the show to break down NFTs. Andy is a speaker, author of the book Own Your Career Own Your Life, a cancer survivor, a podcaster, an NFT investor, husband and dad. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:47] - About NFTs (Non-fungible tokens) [06:36]...

Episode 95 Introduction to NFTs with Andy Storch

Episode 95 Andy Storch

Episode 94 Different Types of Leaders

Despite the myth that only a few are born to lead, every one of us can be a leader. We can be leaders in everything we do – at work, home, in our daily lives, etc. Everyone can be a leader. But what makes a great leader? John focuses on the topic of leadership through the understanding of its many facets, as well as how to become a better leader. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:04] - Intro [01:48] - Unpredictable leaders and their followers [03:08] - Domineering leaders and...

Episode 94 Different Types of Leaders

Despite the myth that only a few are born to lead, every one of us can be a leader. We can be leaders in everything we do – at work, home, in our daily lives, etc. Everyone can be a leader. But what makes a great leader? John focuses on the topic of leadership through the understanding of its many facets, as well as how to become a better leader. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:04] - Intro [01:48] - Unpredictable leaders and their followers [03:08] - Domineering leaders and...

Episode 93 Overcoming Your Past with Erik Allen

John talks with Erik Allen — the owner of Erik Allen Media and EA Custom Wood, content creator, speaker, podcast host, husband, and dad. Erik shares his story of growing up in a dysfunctional family, defending his mother against an abusive boyfriend at 13, raising himself from 14, being jailed at 18, bankrupt at 21, and how his life completely changed after meeting his wife. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:06] - Erik's challenging childhood and how he met his wife [06:45] - E...

Episode 92 Why I Left the Church (and Why I'm Coming Back)

The pandemic wreaked havoc on us all! Many people’s lives were completely altered. One of the most difficult things to endure was isolation and suffering in silence! John shares his story of the effects of the pandemic, leaving the church, and why he decided to come back. He also shares how keeping things to himself and suffering alone has impacted him. Perhaps you’ll resonate with John's story and this can be an opportunity to grow! Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:53] - What h...

Episode 91 Systems Optimization with Chelsea Brinkley

In today's episode, John talks with Chelsea Brinkley — systems optimizing coach for entrepreneurs, virtual assistant matchmaker, adventure-seeking digital nomad, advocate for cubicle workers who desire more freedom and flexibility, wife and mother. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:11] - Chelsea’s backstory [08:06] - How she helps entrepreneurs get better at what they do [11:45] - 3 simple questions business owners should ask themselves [13:05] - The difference between exec...

Episode 90 View from the Top with Aaron Walker

In today's episode, John talks with Aaron Walker, a.k.a Big A — a speaker, podcaster, an author, life & business coach, president & founder of View from the Top & ISI Mastermind, creator of The Mastermind Playbook, husband, dad, and grandpa. Aaron started his first business at 18 and sold it to a Fortune 500 company nine years later. Over the past four decades, he has bought and sold twelve successful companies. As president and founder of View From The Top, Aaron spends most of his time emp...

Episode 89 Spark Media with Misty Phillip

In today's episode, John talks with Misty Phillip — author of The Struggle is Real: But So is God, speaker, founder of Spark Media, entrepreneur, host of By His Grace podcast, wife, and mother. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:28] - Misty’s backstory [03:56] - About her podcast and who Misty serves [06:39] - How she went from podcast host to media mogul [09:33] - Services she offers [14:14] - How Misty improves her most significant relationships and how those impact her ...

Episode 88 Leading Your Family Well

Great leaders have the confidence to stand alone, take the time to listen to the needs of others, and make tough decisions. They do not set out to lead but become leaders as a result of their actions and the integrity of their intent. However, leadership must extend beyond the workplace; we need to lead our families well. Today, John discusses how to be the kind of leaders our families need and ways to improve as leaders. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:55] - How to be the lead...

Episode 87 Servant Leadership

The more emotionally and professionally connected your team is, the more efficient and productive they will be, and John is here to share how you can make them feel more connected through servant leadership. John discusses 10 different principles of the servant leadership model and how to become a servant leader. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:48] - What is servant leadership? [01:56] - Where can you use servant leadership? [03:08] - The 10 Principles of Servant Leadership...

Episode 86 Making Elephants Fly with Terry Weaver

In today's episode, John talks with Terry Weaver - author of Making Elephants Fly: Getting Your Dreams Off the Ground, keynote speaker, coach, founder of The Thing conference, podcaster, ideapreneur, and dreamer. Terry helps leaders navigate the galaxy of entrepreneurship. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:49] - The weather channel and entrepreneurship [05:06] - Building long term relationships in business [09:44] - Sales process is about serving people [11:16] - How to be ...

Episode 85 Netflix for Entrepreneurs with Paul Klein

In today’s episode, John talks with Paul Klein - co-founder and producer of BizableTV, entrepreneur, business consultant, podcaster, speaker, guitarist, husband, and dad. Paul has worked with brands like Target, Slack, Holiday Inn, Dollar General, and many more. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:58] - How he got his start and what led him to BizableTV [05:52] - What you may give up in order to become an entrepreneur [09:41] - What his podcast looked like and why he decided to...

Episode 84 Strategy for Creating New Habits

You are more likely to achieve your goals if you develop habits that help you reach your goals rather than making New Year's resolutions — resolutions set you up for failure rather than success. So, let's be successful in 2022 by adopting strategies for creating new habits! In this solo episode, John shares an amazing and simple strategy for building new habits. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:48] - About the book Atomic Habits by James Clear [02:09] - Overuse of willpower ma...

Episode 83 Pursuing Purity with Monique De Leon

In today’s episode, John talks with Monique De Leon - worship leader, speaker, author of the book Pursuing Purity Under Pressure, and host of Bite Size Insight with Monique Podcast. Monique is a proud 39-year-old virgin and shares her message of staying pure until you get married. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:49] - Monique’s message to everyone and why it is so needed [05:23] - About Hookers for Jesus and Destiny House [09:12] - Discipline and self-control are necessary ...

Episode 82 Surviving Christmas

Christmas and New Year’s is approaching and some may be dealing with difficult issues that can be truly overwhelming. In this solo episode, John talks about surviving and thriving during the Christmas holidays. He also introduces two mastermind groups that are coming in 2022. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:06] - John’s top 10 Christmas movies [04:18] - Surviving the Christmas holidays [06:02] - Ways to heal from grief and sorrow [07:07] - Communicating what you’re going ...

Episode 81 The Mindset Doctor with Dr. Justin Moseley

In today’s episode, John talks with Dr. Justin Moseley — a chiropractor, mindset transformation coach at The Mindset Doctor, entrepreneur, speaker, author, business mentor, and husband. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:04] - His backstory [04:34] - What made him read Tony Robbins’ book at 16 [06:45] - How he approaches entrepreneurs who have a different mindset [07:58] - Books give you free access to mentors [09:58] - Dr. Justin on the speaking and coaching he does [12...

Episode 80 Making Neuroscience Approachable with Dr. Hayley Nelson

In today’s episode, John talks with Dr. Hayley Nelson — neuroscientist, psychology professor, founder of Be Well with Dr. Hayley, wife, and mother. Dr. Hayley Nelson is passionate about making neuroscience approachable for everyone! She loves working with wellness professionals, coaches, and counselors who are ready to stand apart and show up as true leaders in their field. Listen to her as she explains the neuroscience of relationships in a fun and easy to understand way! Listen to this...

Episode 79 Life on Purpose with James Laughlin

In today’s episode, John talks with James Laughlin - a world-class drummer (7 times world champion), host of the Life On Purpose Podcast, executive coach to high performers and leaders, speaker, entrepreneur, and dad. Listen to this episode to learn more: [03:00] - His journey to becoming a drummer [06:42] - Why retire from competitive drumming [09:57] - Why he became a coach [12:37] - About the purpose club [14:15] - About his book No More Nerves [15:25] - Why he wrote the boo...

Episode 78 Elite by Choice with Lauren Johnson

In today's episode, John talks with Lauren Johnson - a mental performance coach and speaker, athlete, daughter, and wife. As a mental performance coach, Lauren has worked with great organizations like the New York Yankees, Google, Johnson & Johnson, FBI, Hello, Square, MassMutual, and many more. Listen to this episode to learn more: [03:11] - Her backstory [05:52] - Her life after graduation [07:28] - How a drive-thru at Starbucks changed her life [10:45] - The pain of change [13...

Episode 77 Turning Bad Days into Great Days!

Everyone has bad days and the reason for having a bad day can happen because of making a wrong decision, being in an SOS situation, and anything in-between. No one is immune to bad days, but we can reduce the chances of having a bad day and turn it into a great one. In this solo episode, John talks about ways for dealing with bad days and some helpful tips for turning a bad day into a great one. He also shares how we can mitigate the circumstances of having a bad day and much more. Tune in n...

Episode 76 The Parent Compass with Cindy Muchnick & Jenn Curtis

In today’s episode, John interviews Cindy Muchnick and Jenn Curtis - co-authors of the book The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World and co-hosts of The Parent Compass Podcast. Cindy is a graduate of Stanford University and is an expert on the college admissions process. She has also written 10 books. Jenn owns Future Wise Consulting, which is an educational consulting company. She is also a graduate of both UCLA and USC. Listen ...

Episode 75 UNSUGARCOATED with Aalia Lanius

In today’s episode, John interviews Aalia Lanius - award-winning author, novelist, executive producer, podcaster, world traveler, founder of UNSUGARCOATED Media, wife, mother, and grandmother. She is the author of two books, Jugend and Tough Love. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:55] - Aalia’s backstory [03:59] - Her challenging adulthood [06:19] - Aalia’s husband - attorney & executive producer [08:34] - How Aalia became an overcomer [09:56] - About her book “Tough Love...

Episode 74 Domestic Violence Awareness with April Tribe Giauque

In today’s episode, John interviews April Tribe Giauque - a survivor of Domestic Violence, author of two books, Pinpoints of Light: Escaping the Abyss of Abuse and Out of Darkness: Find, Fuel, and Live Your Light! , speaker, coach, ghostwriter, wife, and mom to nine. This is April’s second time on the podcast, the first being Episode 20, where she shared her story of escaping domestic violence. Listen to this episode to learn more: [02:19] - April’s backstory [05:10] - The time she fac...

Episode 73 Preventing Domestic Violence

In this solo episode, John talks about domestic violence and ways to prevent it. He also shares different programs designed for men and boys to aid in the prevention of domestic violence. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: [00:25] - Domestic Violence Awareness Month [00:51] - Recap of the previous episode [01:26] - John discusses Richard Tolman's article about domestic violence [01:50] - Domestic violence shelters [03:19] - Domestic violence in the sports industry [04:07] - About the Coaching...

Episode 72 Identity Shift with Anthony Trucks

In this episode, John talks with Anthony Trucks - author of the book Identity Shift: Upgrade How You Operate to Elevate Your Life, host of two podcasts called Aww Shift and Shift Starter, an international speaker, coach, former NFL player, American Ninja Warrior, husband, and dad. Anthony was the first guest of the Relationships and Revenue podcast. Listen to this episode to learn more: [01:38] - About Anthony [02:55] - Why shifting your identity is so important [05:30] - John talks ...

Episode 71 Experiential Marketing with Lauren Davis

In this episode, John talks with Lauren Davis - personal branding and experiential marketing consultant for thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and live events, host of the Real Personal Branding Podcast, owner of Culture Shock (record store & boutique). Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:39] - About Lauren [03:12] - How they retain the magic of the record store [05:44] - Lauren’s backstory [10:14] - Her experience of creating something from nothing [14:46] - Giving directions...

Episode 70 Dream Makers with Jim "The Rookie" Morris

In this episode, John talks with Jim "The Rookie" Morris - motivational speaker, author of the books The Rookie: The Incredible True Story of a Man Who Never Gave Up on His Dream, and Dream Makers: Surround Yourself with the Best to Be Your Best, former MLB pitcher, teacher, husband, dad, and grandfather. Jim played for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and is the inspiration for the movie “The Rookie.” Listen to this episode to learn more: [03:04] - How to get a free signed copy of Jim’s book ...