Vertical Momentum Resiliency Podcast 2.0

Are you tired of being the “Nice Guy” who gets overlooked, under-appreciated, or stuck playing small? In this powerful episode, host Richard Kaufman dives deep with men’s life coach and community leader McKenzie Beeby to expose the cultural forces that keep men trapped in people-pleasing habits and shame-based thinking, and how to break free for good.Together, we unpack Nice Guy Syndrome, explore why too many men struggle with identity, purpose, and emotional honesty, and reveal actionable tools for building confidence, setting boundaries, and living a life of integrity, purpose, and connectionListen now for courage-building insights that will shift how you see yourself, and how you show up in your relationships, career, and faith.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that transform lives.📢 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear the truth.To Get In Touch With McKenzie Click Here ➡️ www.McKenzieBeeby.com#Masculinity#Manhood#Fatherhood

How To Get Wealthy The Right Way (NIL & Athlete Wealth Edition)Most college athletes are chasing NIL deals. Very few are being taught how to turn NIL into real, lasting wealth.In this powerful episode, Richard Kaufman sits down with Christopher Calvin, author, NIL coach, investor, and former championship-level coach, who now helps college athletes and their families navigate NIL the smart way. Christopher breaks down how mindset, personal branding, financial literacy, and disciplined investing separate athletes who get quick money from those who build long-term freedom.Drawing from his experience coaching elite athletes and mentoring investors, Christopher shares practical strategies to protect NIL income, avoid common traps, and build wealth that lasts long after the jersey comes off. This is the conversation every athlete, parent, and coach needs to hear, but rarely does.If you want to turn NIL opportunities into a legacy instead of a liability, hit subscribe, share this episode with a student-athlete who needs this message, and visit VerticalMomentumPodcast.com for more conversations that build purpose, power, and financial freedom. To Get In Touch With Christopher http://linkedin.com/in/christopher-calvin-51b67476#NILAthletes#CollegeAthleteWealth#WealthMindset

In this game-changing episode, Richard sits down with Jerome Spearman Jr. , a U.S. Air Force and Army veteran, registered nurse, and VA-accredited claims agent who has dedicated his life to helping veterans finally receive the benefits they’ve earned. Jerome breaks down exactly how to file a VA claim the right way, the hidden mistakes that keep veterans denied, and the strategic evidence steps he uses inside his company to win orthopedic and complex disability cases.With decades of military and medical experience, Jerome delivers what every veteran deserves but rarely gets: clarity, confidence, and a path forward. Whether you’re filing for the first time, fighting an appeal, or trying to understand your disability rating, this episode gives you the roadmap, straight from one of the most trusted experts in the field.If you’re a veteran or love one, don’t miss this conversation. Subscribe to the Vertical Momentum Podcast, share this episode with a battle buddy who needs it, and visit VerticalMomentumPodcast.com for more interviews that empower veterans to fight for their future and WIN.To Get In Touch With Jerome Click Here https://www.spearmanappeals.com/#VaClaim#VaDisability#VaDisabilityClaim

In this unforgettable episode, Richard Kaufman sits down with Chad Dunn, a man who went from nationally ranked BMX racer to convicted felon, federal inmate… and ultimately to CEO, author, and one of the most powerful examples of human transformation you’ll ever hear. Chad opens up about the moment he hit rock bottom, the shame he carried, the identity he had to bury, and the ten unbreakable codes that helped him rebuild his life from ashes to purpose.This isn’t just a comeback story, it’s a reminder that no matter how dark the valley, redemption is real, second chances are possible, and your future is still worth fighting for.If Chad’s journey moves you the way it moved me, hit subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs hope today, and visit VerticalMomentumPodcast.com for more stories that prove your past does not get to be your prison.To Get In Touch With Chad Click Here https://linktr.ee/Chad.Dunn#FromFelonToCeo#RedemptionJourney#SecondChancesMatter

In this powerhouse episode, Sgt. Brian “Big Country” Conwell opens up about the accident that took his leg, the depression that nearly took his life, and the unstoppable warrior mindset that helped him rise again. From being told he’d never walk to earning a Paralympic license, launching a healing nonprofit, and inspiring veterans through tattoo therapy and adaptive sports , Brian’s story is a masterclass in turning pain into purpose.If you’ve ever felt stuck, broken, or beaten down, this conversation will show you exactly how to overcome obstacles, reclaim your identity, and live like a champion no matter what you’ve faced.👉 Subscribe now, share this episode with someone who needs hope today, and visit my website to join the mission of helping veterans rise stronger than ever.To Get In Touch With Brian Click Here https://www.sgtbc.com/#paralympics#Olympics#veterans