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“Patience isn’t something you do—it’s what’s left over when your system isn’t defending itself,” says Mike Salemi, host of The King Within podcast, who returns for a powerful solo episode dedicated to fathers striving for more presence and patience at home. Drawing from his own journey and years spent coaching men who “seem to have it all, yet feel like they're losing what matters most,” Mike Salemi unpacks the myth that patience is a quality we can simply will into existence. Instead, he reveals it's the natural outcome of nervous system regulation, self-awareness, and the stories we tell ourselves about control, vulnerability, and safety.

In this episode, Mike Salemi explains why so many men lose composure with their families—especially after performing well at work—and how deeper issues of self-protection and core beliefs about power and weakness can sabotage our relationships. He shares actionable tools rooted in nervous system regulation, story work, and presence, inviting listeners to rewire old patterns and step into true leadership at home.

Tune in to The King Within for a breakthrough conversation that will give you practical steps to transform frustration into connection—and start building the family life you truly desire.

1. Presence is everything—put your feet on the ground, breathe, and choose to be fully present with your family every day.
2. Train your nervous system—recognize when you’re on edge and use breathwork or a mindful pause to return to calm before you react.
3. Interrogate your reactions—when anger rises, ask yourself, “What is this trying to protect me from?” and get curious, not judgmental.
4. Revisit memories of ease—recall times you felt safe and relaxed, and practice returning to that state to teach your body it’s okay to soften.
5. Express, don’t suppress—write out your triggers, fears, and costs in a journal to release tension and gain clarity before it spills over at home.

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“Humbleness is understanding that there's always something to learn from anybody,” says Xande Ribeiro, legendary multi-time Jiu Jitsu world and ADCC champion, who joins The King Within podcast for a spirited and deeply honest conversation on cultivating a true warrior mindset. Xande Ribeiro reveals why keeping a “white belt mentality” is the secret not just to mastery in martial arts, but to growth as a man, father, and leader.

He shares moving stories—from childhood street brawls in Brazil to champion-level competition—on how discipline, humility, and challenge fuel his path, even as he continues to compete at 44. With a rare vulnerability, he breaks down why martial arts is more than fighting: it’s preparation for life, teaching kids resilience, emotional regulation, and the power of community in a world of shrinking families and square screens.

Tune in to The King Within to discover the warrior’s blueprint for thriving in hard times, reframing fear as fuel, and building trust and authenticity at home and in every arena of life. This episode will make you rethink what it means to be strong, humble, and truly unstoppable.

1. Embrace the warrior’s mindset—do something challenging every day to build resilience and strength, even when life feels comfortable.
2. Model humility: Adopt a white belt mentality and stay open to learning from anyone, regardless of your level or achievements.
3. Prioritize community—step into group environments, let yourself interact, and push past shyness or isolation.
4. Reframe fear as your ally; use it to sharpen your awareness and fuel your growth, not to hold you back.
5. Lead by building trust—surround yourself with people that inspire you, allow yourself to be vulnerable, and reciprocate support.

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“A real man should be able to slit a throat and hold a baby in the same day,” says JP Sears, comedian, father, and embodied teacher who joins The King Within podcast to share his unapologetic take on modern masculinity, fatherhood, and the journey to becoming a whole man. With his trademark blend of humor and depth, JP Sears reveals how the warrior archetype was awakened in him during the turbulence of 2020, why being vulnerable without strength turns men into emotional “puddles,” and how fatherhood serves as a ground-zero for both spiritual initiation and self-sacrifice.

In this episode, JP Sears discusses why the polarization of men into either relentless warriors or perpetual softies is a recipe for dysfunction, and how he learned the importance of standing for principles—even when the world (and “cancel culture”) pushes back. He shares deeply personal stories about his relationship with his own father, the lessons he’s had to learn outside the home on strength, emotional connection, and providing structure for his son. Plus, you’ll hear JP Sears break down his nightly “clearing practice” for keeping his relationship alive, as well as the milestones and blind spots on his evolving path as a father and partner.

Listen to The King Within for an honest exploration of what it means to be a trustworthy, grounded man in today’s world—and to discover why, for JP Sears, it’s the hill you’re willing to die on that defines your legacy.

1. Get around good men—seek genuine, in-person brotherhood for real accountability and growth.
2. Clarify the hill you’re willing to die on—define your values and principles, then stand for them without apology.
3. Practice daily relational hygiene—clear emotional charge with your partner every night; own your feelings, communicate directly, and stay connected.
4. Sacrifice for your family—make choices with their best interest in mind, not yours. The strength of a man is shown in what he’s willing to lay down.
5. Prioritize intentional presence—put down the phone, make time for your kids, and show up with unwavering attention; your presence is the true currency of fatherhood.a

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"Gratitude is not something of the mind, it's more something of the body," says Mike Salemi, host of The King Within, as he unpacks why so many men struggle to genuinely feel gratitude—even when they know they "should."

In this intimate solo episode, Mike Salemi shares how performative gratitude lists and affirmations left him feeling hollow, and reveals the real barriers men face: unconscious negative self-talk, shallow breath, and a relentless pace that keeps us from being present. Drawing from his own life as a father and partner, Mike Salemi guides listeners through practical steps to shift out of the head and into the body, inviting us to experience gratitude as a living state—one rooted in presence, breath, and intention, not obligation.

Tune in to The King Within to discover Mike Salemi’s personal, evidence-based path to embodying gratitude and reclaiming connection, calm, and meaning at home.

1. Shift your inner language—catch negative self-talk and reframe your words to work for you, not against you.
2. Drop out of your head and into your body—slow your breath, lengthen your exhales, and anchor in the present moment.
3. Break the habit of rushing—create intentional pauses to be present and notice what’s already within reach.
4. Practice gratitude that you actually feel—let go of performative lists and focus on what honestly lands in your heart.
5. Build sacred space for connection—set aside undistracted time with those you love or for your own reflection, and let gratitude naturally rise.

"It's less about the holidays themselves and more about what it represents to us. We all have history. We all have associations of the past that we bring into our experience of the present day."

"Gratitude is not something of the mind, it's more something of the body. Your mind might tell you, 'I'm grateful for this,' but you don't really feel it."

"The pace that you've been operating, if you're having difficulty connecting with this superpower of being truly grateful—not the idea of it, not the performance of it, but really being deeply grateful in your body and in your heart—then look at the pace that you're operating at, and if you do want to feel more gratitude, create some intention around it."

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"I'm always a thought away from being with spirit," says Kyle Kingsbury, former UFC fighter, Director of Human Optimization at Onnit, and father, who joins The King Within podcast to reveal how becoming a parent, confronting hardship, and working with plant medicine have radically reshaped his journey. From communing with the soul of his son before birth in visionary ceremony, to building a life rooted in intention and connection on his Texas farm, Kyle Kingsbury opens up about the transformation from high-performance athlete to devoted papa and seeker of deeper truths.

He discusses the impact of dropping old beliefs about work, masculinity, and legacy, sharing how practices like meditation, ayahuasca, and conscious partnership have helped him break family patterns of anger, deepen emotional resilience, and model spiritual ownership for his children. Kyle Kingsbury details the essential shift from pursuing success to cultivating presence, and why regeneration—of land, family, and spirit—is now his guiding force.

Tune into this episode of The King Within to discover how radical honesty, relentless self-inquiry, and spiritual devotion can transform your relationship with self, family, and the world.

1. Prioritize presence with your family—ditch the busywork that drains you and invest your best energy in your loved ones.
2. Embrace essentialism—ruthlessly cut out non-essentials so you can focus on what truly matters and say "no" without guilt.
3. If you’re in conflict, take radical ownership of your triggers—respond, don’t react, and use open-hearted communication to grow together.
4. Hold your dreams as if they’ve already happened—cultivate gratitude, abundance, and clarity through practices like meditation and visualization.
5. Seek and nurture a daily connection to your higher source—whether through meditation, prayer, or nature, let it anchor your purpose and parenting.

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"The barrier to entry to building a business has never been lower. The barrier to entry to making a million dollars has never been lower. And the amount of distraction that's available has never been higher," says Mike Bledsoe, entrepreneur, coach, and co-founder of Barbell Shrugged, who joins The King Within for a raw and transformative conversation on wealth, entrepreneurship, and personal evolution.

Once at the helm of one of the world’s top fitness podcasts and several fast-growing businesses, Mike Bledsoe pulls back the curtain on his wild ride—from making and burning hundreds of thousands in monthly revenue, to learning the painful cost of distraction and poor focus. He shares the pivotal mindset shifts and hard-won strategies that took him from nearly losing it all to building true wealth—not just financially, but in time, opportunity, and impact. Mike Bledsoe reveals why “passive income” is a myth, how true leverage is built, and what it means to really own your life as well as your business.

Tune into The King Within’s latest episode to hear why so many business owners get “spread too thin,” the hidden traps of entrepreneurial success, and the new skills you must master to thrive in a rapidly changing world. If you’re ready to rethink what it takes to create lasting wealth—and resilience—this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

1. Ditch the “just make more money” trap—master your numbers, cut expenses ruthlessly, and install a system like Profit First so your business actually builds wealth.
2. Cap your lifestyle, automate your income to require minimal hours, and use your freed-up time to learn, experiment, and prepare for rapid change—agility beats grinding.
3. Get crystal clear on your wealth number. Identify how much you need invested to live your best life, then track all decisions against hitting that target—clarity unlocks action.
4. Shift your mindset from “risky” to “responsible”—own your business, own your results, and stop outsourcing your financial future to employers or the market.
5. Relentlessly upgrade your nervous system and beliefs. Adaptability, self-awareness, and nervous system regulation are your greatest assets in a world where distractions and change are accelerating—work on yourself as much as on your business.

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“If your nervous system is always set up for chaos rather than peace, it will seek out chaos.” These are the words of Ryan Martin, high performance health and vitality coach, who joins The King Within to share how unhealed stress patterns can sabotage even the most successful men—and reveal why so many of us unconsciously crave drama or struggle to find fulfillment in calm.

Returning from a transformative men’s retreat, Ryan Martin opens up about panic attacks that felt like heart attacks, the heavy cost of overcommitment, and the powerful shift that comes from cleaning up your language and reclaiming trust within yourself and at home. He shares his personal journey of redefining masculinity, learning to be present, and embodying what he calls the “safety blanket with a sword” energy—strength that protects, but also nourishes.

Tune in to this episode of The King Within to discover what rites of passage, nervous system regulation, and intentional language have to do with becoming the man your family runs toward, not away from—and why, for Ryan Martin, true kingship begins with mastering your inner state.

1. Clean up your language. Drop soft talk—ditch words like “maybe,” “try,” and “possibly”—and speak with clear conviction to double your confidence and deepen trust.
2. Take radical ownership. Stop blaming your parents or circumstances. Integrate the lessons, honor your history, and deliberately choose the man you want to become.
3. Do the real work—physically and emotionally. Practice nervous system regulation, confront your patterns, and embrace vulnerability. Make time to regularly release anger, shame, and guilt through breath, movement, and honest conversation.
4. Prioritize your vitality. Nourish your body with real food, sunlight, movement, and detox. You can’t be a grounded leader or present father if your health is drained—make your vessel strong and resilient.
5. Seek community and rites of passage. Surround yourself with men who challenge and support you. Lean into discomfort, own your story, and commit to ongoing practice and accountability—transformation happens in connection.

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“It sucks walking around not feeling powerful. Sucks walking around having your wife be chronically upset with you. You can fix these things and live a very different life. Life is short. Don’t sit around and just think about reading another book,” says GS Youngblood, author of The Masculine in Relationship, who joins The King Within to deliver a wake-up call to men feeling disconnected at home, even while thriving in their careers.

A former Silicon Valley exec turned men’s relational leadership coach, GS Youngblood draws on his own journey—from burning out in the tech world to navigating a transformative “awakening” in his marriage—to unpack the real reasons so many men lose their power and presence in intimate relationships. He shares the three-part masculine blueprint for reclaiming strength: respond instead of react, provide structure, and create emotional safety.

In today’s episode, GS Youngblood explains why leadership at home means so much more than just providing financially, reveals the subtle patterns of defensiveness that quietly kill connection, and offers deceptively simple—but game-changing—embodiment practices that any man can start today to shift conflict in real time. He also addresses the challenge of living with a strong, outspoken partner, provides practical guidance for handling unfair divisions of work, and discusses the surprising impact of sexual leadership.

Tune in to The King Within and discover how to rebuild trust, transform your marriage, and become the man your family runs towards—not away from.

Every man has the power to transform his relationships and reclaim his strength—you just need to take the right action.

1. Daily embodiment practice is non-negotiable—ground your nervous system with a physical meditation or breathwork to show up calm and centered at home, not just at work.
2. Stop the blame game. When conflict erupts, lead with awareness and interrupt defensive spirals—pause, breathe, and choose to respond rather than react.
3. Leadership begins at home. Take charge of emotional, logistical, and sexual dynamics—don’t just provide, actively shape the relationship’s direction.
4. Make safety your superpower. Create emotional safety for your partner by truly listening, owning your part, and validating her feelings—even if they come with intensity.
5. Don’t wait for her to change—be the solution. Commit to embodying grounded masculinity for six months; watch trust, intimacy, and connection return.

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