One Part Lion - One Part Lamb with Stephen Scoggins

He built millions. He influenced campaigns. He "made it." …And still almost lost everything that mattered. In this powerful conversation, Kurt Luidhardt shares a conversation with Stephen Scoggins, to reveal the real story behind his success, the grind, the burnout, the identity crisis, and the wake-up call that changed everything. From sleeping in cars chasing opportunities, to discovering why success without purpose feels empty, to revealing the exact marketing framework that attracts aligned customers at scale. If you want to grow without losing your soul, DON'T SKIP THIS. Key takeaway: You don't need more success. You need alignment. 🔥 ➡️ SUBSCRIBE:  @LionLambWithStephen   @Stephen_Scoggins  Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-part-lion-one-part-lamb-with-stephen-scoggins/id1557786484?i=1000756001949 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2noJpTtGaahMunejIYxIXq?si=1d5572a0fa284a8c 🎙️ Follow Stephen Scoggins: Website → https://stephenscoggins.com Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stephen_scoggins TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@stephen_scoggins Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/stephenscoggins LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenscoggins Connect with Kurt Luidhardt: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kluidhardt/ 07:00 – Sleeping in cars & chasing opportunity 10:30 – Losing the spark 13:30 – Identity in success 18:40 – The wake-up call that changed everything 41:20 – Taking a stand to increase enterprise value 54:20 – How to build conviction without building arrogance 1:02:00 – The 5 P's of marketing Send this to someone building something big, but quietly struggling inside.

He went from bankruptcy to building a $1B company. The secret wasn't strategy. David Meltzer is a world-renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, and one of the most sought-after business coaches on the planet. As the former CEO of the most notable sports agency in the world, he's advised athletes, executives, and founders, and rebuilt his entire life after losing everything. Now he teaches others how to lead from the inside out. In this conversation with host Stephen Scoggins, David gets unfiltered about identity collapse, the trap of hustle culture, and why the leaders who last are the ones who become whole. What you'll learn: - Why hustle culture burns you out, and what actually replaces it - How to stop tying your worth to money, status, or validation - The difference between discipline and devotion - How truth becomes your best filter for partnerships and relationships - The mindset shift that creates clarity, confidence, and real alignment SUBSCRIBE:  @LionLambWithStephen   @Stephen_Scoggins  Pre-order David Meltzer's "Don't Do Business with Dicks" → https://dontdobusinesswithdicks.com Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-part-lion-one-part-lamb-with-stephen-scoggins/id1557786484?i=1000756001949 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2noJpTtGaahMunejIYxIXq?si=1d5572a0fa284a8c 🎙️ Follow Stephen Scoggins: Website → https://stephenscoggins.com Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/stephen_scoggins TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@stephen_scoggins Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/stephenscoggins LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenscoggins 📲 Connect with David Meltzer: Website → https://dmeltzer.com Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/davidmeltzer TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@davidmeltzer Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/davidmeltzer11 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2 X/Twitter → https://www.twitter.com/davidmeltzer 02:40 – Why Telling the Truth Sets You Free (and Filters Your Circle) 05:23 – Authenticity vs Essence 06:25 – Turning criticism into attraction and momentum. 08:50 – The Identity Shift: "I AM" vs External Validation 11:42 – Hustle Culture vs Alignment Culture 14:01 – Discipline vs Devotion 18:40 - Trust Everyone… But Vet Them 24:47 – Foolproof template to make millions of dollars 💬 If this episode resonates with you, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE it with someone who's building something big but knows something deeper is missing.  

Most entrepreneurs say they want to sell their company someday. But very few are actually preparing for that moment.   In this raw and insightful conversation, Stephen sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and founder advisor Troy Hoffman to unpack the realities behind scaling a business, preparing for an exit, and becoming the kind of leader who can actually sustain success.   Troy shares lessons from years of helping burned-out founders reposition their companies for massive exits, while also revealing the painful truths that most entrepreneurs learn too late. Along with Stephen, he also dive into why success can create blind spots, why most entrepreneurs resist learning what they don't know, and how surrounding yourself with powerful mentors and masterminds can radically accelerate your growth.   If you're building a company, dreaming of an exit, or trying to lead with both impact and integrity, this episode delivers hard-earned wisdom that every founder needs to hear.   "High-level people don't come with questions. They come with the attitude: Show me what I don't know."   Discussed on this episode: 2:07 — Ego-driven vs heart-led entrepreneurs 6:20 — "Is this mine to carry?" 10:14 — The five constraints that hold entrepreneurs back 20:30 — Building a scalable system for entrepreneurs 26:35 — Three lessons every entrepreneur should learn early   If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, rate, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs to hear these lessons. Connect with Troy Hoffman   Learn more about Troy's work helping founders scale and exit:   Instagram: @hoffmantroy   Website: https://fndrs.io/

One Part Lion, One Part Lamb with Stephen Scoggins Guest: Jake Hamilton   Everything is on the table in this unfiltered, live conversation from Create Conference 2026. In this episode, Stephen Scoggins sits down with men's mentor Jake Hamilton for one of the rawest, confronting, and hope-filled conversations we've ever released.   This isn't hype. This isn't "5 steps to a better marriage." This is a wake-up call.   Discussed on this episode: 5:17 – Jake shares his journey and reveals the why behind the work he is doing 15:52 – Are you going to be present to this moment of your life? 18:24 – From drift to authenticity 23:52 – We need external validation because we do not have internal identity 27:00 – What most men get wrong about their marriage 38:22 – Authenticity leads to authority 40:27 – Marriage is the greatest image bearer of God on Earth 46:00 – Just be honest and pay the cost: Honesty destroys ego.    Is there something in the timestamp that is causing you to pause? Then start there. Share this with someone you think needs to hear it.    Get in touch with Jake Hamilton on socials @thejakehamilton

This episode is a powerful compilation of conversations exploring one central question: What happens when AI becomes the gatekeeper of opportunity?   The marketplace is changing faster than most people are willing to admit. Consumers aren't just Googling anymore, they're asking AI. And if AI becomes the gatekeeper of recommendations, then your personal brand isn't optional… it's survival.   This compilation episode doesn't just discuss branding strategies. It challenges you to consider: Who are you becoming in the process of building? Are you grounded enough to lead in volatility? Will AI reflect your values — or someone else's?   The AI wave is here. Will it amplify you — or replace you?   Get to know Stephen Scoggins more: https://stephenscoggins.com/   If you want to see the full episodes of the clips shown here, click the links below:   👉 The Personal Branding AI Blueprint No One's Talking About with Joseph Shalaby - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dScRuYrT1oA&t=6s 👉 Where Emotional Intelligence meets Artificial Intelligence with Penny Zenker - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb85CsoNKIA&t=89s 👉 What You Need to Know Now About Presence & AI with Casanova Brooks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKnv1Rhbxkk  

In this powerful compilation episode, we pull together some of the most honest, thought-provoking moments from multiple conversations. It weaves together clips from different seasons, revealing one unifying truth: the same refinement that shapes our spirit must also shape our body, our relationships, and the way we show up in the world. Faith, health, relationships, emotional regulation, and purpose are not isolated lanes—they intersect constantly. When we surrender fully, steward wisely, and heal intentionally, we don't just survive seasons of sacrifice—we emerge aligned, grounded, and unshakeable.   Get to know Stephen Scoggins more: https://stephenscoggins.com/   Refinement isn't punishment. Presence isn't ego. And peace isn't passive—it's learned.   🎧 Press play and discover why the work you've been avoiding may be the breakthrough you've been praying for.   If you want to see the full episodes of the clips shown here, click the links below:   👉 Conquer Your Adversity And Build a Life Worth Living with Setema Gali - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAOsQHYGMlM 👉  From Just Getting by to Peak Health Performance with Sara Estes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cC4-734jbY 👉  Health Hacks from an Elite Entrepreneur and Celebrity with Lorayne Michaels - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hisWdAv2Ixw  

This episode brings together some of the most honest moments across multiple conversations about leadership, money, faith, and personal growth. From struggling with scarcity even after financial wins, to realizing that businesses only grow as healthy as their leaders, this conversation goes deeper than tactics—it gets real.   You'll hear raw reflections on leadership mistakes, why humor builds trust, and how abundance is something you learn, not something you earn. The episode also breaks down a powerful framework for wealth—from making money, to managing it, to multiplying it, and finally using it for impact.   This isn't about hustle. It's about stewardship.   Get to know Stephen Scoggins more: https://stephenscoggins.com/   Take one question from this conversation into your week: What am I building—and what is it building in me?   Want to hear the full episodes? Catch them here: Here is How to Align to Your True Path to Success with Brian Covey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKfl8Ap2IJM The Laughter Factor - Supercharge Your Success | Adam Christing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zj5hJyhiv0Q   Invest Like a 9 Figure Founder | Justin Donald - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZI29MHO0C4

What happens when unimaginable loss meets unwavering obedience?   In this unforgettable episode, your host, Stephen Scoggins, sits down with Dr. Iza Correll, founder of OVI Children's Hospital, for a conversation that is raw, sacred, and impossible to forget. This episode pulls back the curtain on the realities most people never see. Together, they discuss the hidden dangers facing orphaned and institutionalized children, even within systems that appear ethical and well-funded. Dr. Iza explains why OVI Children's Hospital exists not just to treat illness, but to protect dignity, restore trust, and become a refuge for children who have experienced unimaginable trauma.   Woven throughout the conversation is a powerful redefinition of family. Dr. Iza opens up about adoption, infertility, and motherhood—revealing a life built entirely on chosen love. Her story dismantles the myth that biology defines belonging and offers a breathtaking picture of what happens when love is intentional, fierce, and unwavering.   Impact isn't only about money—it's about visibility, trust, and courage. A shared post. A sent link. A small yes.   Where to Learn More & Get Involved 🌍 Website: https://ovichildrenshospital.org/ 📱 Social Platforms: OVI Children's Hospital 🎥 TEDx Talk: Search "Iza Correll – Why We Are Lonely" on YouTube   Don't just listen—participate. Share this episode. Start a conversation. Tell someone Ovi's name. Because sometimes the smallest act of obedience becomes the safest place a child has ever known.  

Human trafficking doesn't always look like chains and shadows. Sometimes it looks like a teenager sitting in class, a kid showing up at church, or a young person scrolling their phone at home. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Brittany Dunn, COO and co-founder of Safe House Project, to expose the realities of human trafficking hiding in plain sight and what it will actually take to stop it. This is not a conversation built on fear, but on clarity, courage, and responsibility. What you'll hear may challenge your assumptions, but it will also equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a real difference—starting right where you are. What did they talk about?   Trafficking Hides in Plain Sight Leadership Starts With Showing Up What to Look For: Signs That Should Raise Concern The Butterfly Effect: Small Actions, Massive Change   🚨 Take Action Today   If something feels off—report it. If you want to protect kids—get informed. If you want to help end trafficking—don't wait.   👉 Report suspected trafficking: SimplyReport.com (Available on iOS & Android)   👉 Learn more & support survivors: SafeHouseProject.org   👉 Stay connected: Follow Safe House Project on Instagram, Facebook, and X This isn't about fear. It's about responsibility. It's about love in action.   🎧 Listen now. Share this episode. Be the person who doesn't look away.  

Financial Freedom Isn't Just About Money — It's About Lifestyle and Impact   This episode dives deep into the intersection of financial freedom, stewardship, and living a life aligned with your values. Justin takes us through his journey, the lessons he's learned, and the practical strategies he uses to help others achieve financial independence without sacrificing fulfillment.   What did they talk about? 1. Financial freedom is only the beginning — true fulfillment comes from serving others 2. The dangers of the "guru mentality" and why experience matters more than followers 3. The four quadrants of wealth: making, managing, multiplying, and making money matter 4. How masterminds and peer groups accelerate learning and access to quality deals   "Lifestyle first. Invest with intention. Multiply your impact."   Know more about Justin Donald: Website: https://lifestyleinvestor.com   Social: @JustinDonald | @LifestyleInvestor  

We live in a world starving for attention—but what we're really craving is connection. In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Stephen sits down with Adam Christing to explore how humor, vulnerability, and presence shape the way we lead, relate, and live. This episode moves far beyond "being funny" and into something far more meaningful: how laughter becomes a bridge to trust, healing, and authenticity. From leadership and personal growth to faith, neuroscience, and lived experience, this conversation reveals why humor isn't a distraction, it's a discipline, a tool, and a language of connection. What did they talk about?   We feel before we think - connection is transferred, not explained Leaders must give themselves the same grace they give others Authentic presence matters more than polished performance Humor builds trust faster than perfection ever could   This episode isn't just for you. Think about the people in your life, your team, your family, your friends,who could benefit from this conversation. Chances are, three people came to mind immediately.   Be a blessing: Share this episode Subscribe and engage Leave a comment or review Pick up the book and take the quiz "Presence is magnetic. Performance is repellent." Know more about Adam Christing. Check his website: https://adamchristing.com/   Connect with Adam and follow: IG @adamchristing Rise. Lead. Last. We'll see you in the next episode.  

Today, we bring you the best of our 2025! From redefining personal branding as the digitization of reputation to exploring women's health, emotional intelligence, and the emerging role of AI in content discovery, this compilation bridges the gap between inner strength and outward success. Happy holidays everyone!

What metrics actually matter in marketing—and which ones are misleading in an AI-driven world?   In this episode, we dive deep into what actually drives business growth—and what metrics, mindsets, and marketing strategies founders need to let go of as the landscape rapidly evolves.   From measuring marketing performance correctly, to resisting FOMO-driven decisions, to leveraging AI and content as force multipliers, this conversation is a practical, experience-backed guide for entrepreneurs at every stage—especially those who want sustainable growth without burning cash, people, or systems.   This is not about hacks. It's about clarity, discipline, and long-term advantage. What did they talk about?   Marketing must be measured by business outcomes, not vanity metrics Small businesses fail when they spread themselves too thin Slow down to speed up AI is not killing marketing—it's reshaping it   If you're an entrepreneur, founder, or business leader trying to grow smarter—not just louder—this episode is for you. Know more about Lee Pepper. Check his website: https://www.neveroutmatched.com/   Connect with Lee and follow: IG @theleepepper   Are you measuring what's easy… or what actually grows your business?   If this episode challenged the way you think about marketing, leadership, and growth, do us a favor—subscribe, follow, and share this with one founder who's trying to do too much with too little.  

In this episode, fitness coach and women's health specialist Lorayne Michaels breaks down the REAL reasons women struggle with anxiety, burnout, hormone imbalance, and chronic dysregulation—plus how somatic healing and nervous system work can finally set the body free. As she sits down with your host, Stephen Scoggins, they dive deep into a conversation that blends faith, physiology, trauma healing, and practical strategies for creating a strong, regulated, high-performing body.   What did they talk about?   Somatic Healing Nervous System Dysregulation Safety, attachment & emotional regulation Chaos and breaking the cycle   This episode is packed with emotional breakthroughs, raw personal stories, and practical advice for anyone seeking healing, strength, or a regulated, peaceful life.   Connect with Lorayne and follow: IG @loraynemichaels   🎧 If today's episode made you think, helped you breathe, or reminded you that healing is possible… leave a review. Apple, Spotify, YouTube — reviews help more people find these conversations and join this community of growth.   🔥 Until next time — Stay curious. Stay growing. Much love, God bless, and we'll see you in the next BUILD.  

Today's episode of Build is deeply personal. Your host, Stephen Scoggins sits down with entrepreneur and wellness advocate Sara Estes, founder of Sarenova, a women-focused nutraceutical company born from Sara's fertility journey. She shares stories of her multiple miscarriages, chronic health struggles, and the discoveries that helped her finally heal.   What emerges is not just a business story, but a healing mission.   Sara reveals how detoxifying her home, rebuilding her gut and hormone health, and switching to bioavailable, whole-food nutrients transformed her body—and ultimately led to a healthy pregnancy after years of devastation. Together, Steven and Sara unpack:   The surprising link between folic acid, methylation, B vitamins, and pregnancy loss   Why most supplements aren't actually designed for women   How beef organ supplements, herbs, and cofactors became life-changing for Sara   How women can reclaim agency over their health journey   If you're battling fatigue, gut issues, hormone imbalance, perimenopause, or fertility challenges… this conversation may be the hope you've been waiting for.   Connect with Sara and follow: IG @copytigerr   👉 Join the Sarenova Waitlist: https://www.sarenova.com/ 👉 Become an Ambassador: https://sarenova.goaffpro.com/ 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share to help more women find this message.  

Happy Thanksgiving! Here at Build, we stitched together the best clips of the past weeks, as we dive deep into authenticity, vulnerability, spiritual alignment, healing, purpose, and the divine timing that shapes our lives. From the unexpected birth of a life-changing song, to understanding how pain becomes a pathway to purpose, to learning how presence and stillness open the door to abundance—this conversation will shift the way you see your life and your calling.   Whether you're seeking personal growth, emotional healing, creative inspiration, or spiritual encouragement, we hope this episode will meet you where you are and help you step into the next level of your purpose with clarity and courage.   Interested to see the full video of the clips shown here? Click the links below.   Ken Joslin: Why So Many Entrepreneurs Have Made Money But Lost Meaning Chris Hendricks: Your Affliction Has Purpose. Here is How to Use It Cathy Heller: How to Become Abundant in All You Do and Receive More Than You        Expect   Kelly Chase: What Wholeness Is and Why It Matters   🎧 If You Loved This Episode… Please rate, review, and share the show with someone who needs to hear this message. It helps the podcast grow and lets us bring you more conversations like this.  

In this transformative and heart-expanding episode, we sit down with Kelly Chase—coach, creator, speaker, and well-known cast member from Love Is Blind—for a deeply honest conversation about awakening, self-worth, healing, and the inner work required to build the life (and love) you desire.   This episode is a masterclass in personal development, divine timing, emotional healing, and energetic alignment. If you're ready to shift your frequency, reclaim your identity, or rise into your next evolution, this is the conversation you didn't know you needed.   We cover: Kelly's Journey: From Reality TV to Reality Within The Birth of Kelly's Program: AWAKEN Frequency, Alignment & Attracting Healthy Love Real-Life Stories of Healing, Service & Letting Go   Know more about Kelly Chase: https://www.chaselifewithkelly.com/ Connect with Kelly and follow: IG chaselifewithkelly   🎧 If You Loved This Episode… Please rate, review, and share the show with someone who needs to hear this message. It helps the podcast grow and lets us bring you more conversations like this.  

In this powerful and soul-stirring conversation, Stephen sits down with Cathy Heller — bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and podcast host — to explore how stillness, surrender, and divine alignment create true abundance.   From King David to Matthew McConaughey, from money wounds to divine timing, this conversation is about surrender, stillness, and the courage to trust life's choreography. Cathy and Stephen also share deeply personal stories of faith, loss, divine timing, and the freedom that comes when we stop hustling and start trusting.   If you've been striving, overworking, or wondering when your breakthrough will come — this is your sign to slow down and receive the miracle already unfolding.   We cover: How to surrender control and still achieve your purpose The spiritual side of leadership (King David, humility, authenticity) The power of divine timing and synchronicity How slowing down makes you magnetic   Real abundance is when your day feels like art. -Cathy Heller   Curious what that means? Tune in and find out.   Know more about Cathy Heller: https://www.cathyheller.com/ Connect with Cathy and follow: IG cathy.heller   The divine plan is already moving; your only task is to slow down, love deeply, and let yourself be led.  

In this deep and authentic episode of BUILD, Stephen Scoggins sits down with singer-songwriter and speaker Chris Hendricks for an unforgettable conversation on faith, purpose, vulnerability, and the power of community through music.   Chris opens up about living with cerebral palsy, rediscovering his calling, and building a music movement centered around authenticity and impact — not fame or algorithms. Together, Stephen and Chris explore what it means to turn affliction into artistry and pain into purpose.   From battling cerebral palsy to building Perfectly Afflicted and launching the Be Yourself movement, Chris's story is a powerful reminder that your scars are not signs of weakness — they're the evidence of your strength.   We cover: Music is ministry — art becomes powerful when it serves. Your difference is your advantage. Disability is not limitation — it's adaptation and empathy in motion. The future of music is community-powered and purpose-driven.   Chris also treats us to 2 amazing songs so tune in and get inspired!   Know more about Chris Hendricks: https://www.iamchrishendricks.com/ Connect with Chris and follow: IG iamchrishendricks   🎧 Watch, share, and subscribe for more transformational conversations at Build with Stephen Scoggins. 🔔 New episodes every week helping you build your life, business, and purpose from the ground up.  

In this powerful interview, entrepreneur and pastor Ken Joslin shares how God transformed his life—from multimillion-dollar success to complete surrender—and how that journey became the foundation for the global CREATE Conference, a movement empowering faith-driven entrepreneurs to lead with purpose, health, and vision.   Ken reveals the truth about what it takes to align your faith, health, relationships, business, and finances, and how true prosperity flows from healing your heart first. You'll hear incredible real-life transformation stories from business owners who experienced breakthrough in both their companies and their families.   We cover: True success begins with alignment, not achievement — faith first, everything else follows. Environment shapes destiny — surround yourself with people who make the extraordinary feel ordinary. Incremental, not monumental — small, daily disciplined decisions compound into lasting change. The marketplace is the next great movement of God.   Know more about Ken Joslin: https://growstackdrive.com/ Connect with Ken and follow: IG kenjoslin   Want to join the CREATE movement? Tune in and get a special rate of $97 only!