couple things interviews

In this episode, we sit down with Jake and Ashlyn Burger- a powerhouse couple whose story blends faith, resilience, and purpose. Jake is a MLB player known not just for his talent on the field, but for his openness about mental health and the challenges that shaped his career. Ashlyn, a former athlete herself, brings warmth, honesty, and strength, and together they’ve built a platform that goes far beyond sports.

The Burgers are also the founders of the Burger Family Foundation, created to support mental health initiatives and give back to communities in meaningful, accessible ways. https://www.burgerfamilyfoundation.org/about

Through their foundation, they’ve become advocates for transparency, encouragement, and breaking the stigma around mental health conversations, especially for young athletes.

In this conversation, we dove into everything from Jake’s journey through injuries and setbacks, to how the couple balances life, marriage, and being parents. We touched on their heart behind the foundation, their passion for serving others, an inside look at their relationship and the realities of navigating MLB life as a family, and the vulnerable moments that shaped their perspective. We had lots of laughs with our new friends and can't wait to hear what you guys think!!

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Shawn and Andrew

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(00:00) all about the burgers
(01:30) their charity softball game
(07:20) how the burgers met
(12:36) massive life changes affecting marriage
(14:45) the power of adversity
(16:25) navigating parenthood and the different needs each kid has
(21:50) being a professional athlete while being a parent
(25:55) mental health in the world of professional sports
(38:40) how to support your spouse well
(40:43) the role of faith in their journey
(43:40) the mission of the burger family foundation and the softball game
(49:40) seeing things differently and joining in on the beauty
(54:35) what do you want to be known for?

Today we sit down with Brook and Elizabeth Mosser, founders of Intentional Parents, to talk about marriage, parenting, and navigating life’s toughest challenges. From chronic illness to raising children with unique needs, they share their personal stories, practical advice, and faith-based strategies for building resilience in family life.

Tune in for an honest, inspiring conversation about how to lead with intention, love, and purpose in your home :)

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Shawn & Andrew

(00:00) all about the mossers

(00:55) let’s dig into this chat

(03:55) why live an intentional life?

(07:30) being intentional without being overbearing

(12:55) needing to do the work internally

(14:15) self-help, fear, and spiritual transformation

(23:25) what’s the hidden seed?

(26:40) helping your kids learn to be intentional

(37:50) how to protect the joy when planning intentionality

(45:17) take the wisdom, be thoughtful, and figure out what works for your family culture

(53:00) how special forces affected our marriage dynamic

(57:00) simple daily habits that help with intentionality

(01:06:20) speaking life into our kids and being curious

(01:10:56) intentional fatherhood and soul friends

GUYS!!! The full (nashville) Special Forces cast interview you’ve been waiting for! We’re spilling everything- the wildest behind-the-scenes stories, never-before-told details, emotional moments, and hilarious memories from our time on the show. From what really went down off-camera to the moments that changed us for good. It’s raw, funny, and full of surprises. We hope you're enjoying the season :)

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(00:00:00) the nashville special forces crew has entered the chat!
(00:01:04) let’s begin :)
(00:01:45) entering our thirst trap era
(00:03:34) meeting everyone and why each of us said “yes”
(00:10:27) everyone’s expectations and how long we had to prepare
(00:12:00) snacks, pee, and water — oh my
(00:16:20) never knowing what to expect and how to sleep through it
(00:19:00) what happened that didn’t get caught on camera
(00:21:45) the food on base and the weight we had to carry
(00:22:44) everyone’s thoughts on the tunnels and being all beat up
(00:27:33) jessie, her bra, and first day thoughts
(00:31:30) ravi’s boxing experience
(00:35:35) everyone’s boxing experience
(00:39:39) the heat, the dust, the real and low moments that brought us closer
(00:53:35) getting to each meal and navigating long days
(00:57:35) ripping armbands off and nick’s breakdown
(00:59:29) back to our lows
(01:01:30) cast members leaving, heat strokes, and being challenged
(01:04:03) shawn’s low point
(01:07:30) would we do the show again?
(01:17:45) adjusting after the show and closing thoughts

Join us for an insightful conversation with Arthur Brooks, one of today’s leading voices on happiness, purpose, and living a meaningful life. We dive into what truly makes us fulfilled, how to navigate life’s transitions, and practical ways to build a life you love. Whether you’re seeking more joy, clarity, or balance, Arthur shares wisdom drawn from decades of research, teaching, and writing including his bestselling book The Happiness Files.

We’d love to hear from you! Comment below with your own experiences, lessons, or questions about happiness and purpose, and share this conversation with someone who might need a little inspiration today :)

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Shawn & Andrew

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(00:00:00) all about arthur
(00:02:36) the academia journey of finding a university
(00:03:53) why do you write so many books?
(00:07:13) happiness business & loving your enemies
(00:09:50) is happiness, meaning?
(00:11:18) enjoyment vs. satisfaction
(00:15:53) high ambition vs. wanting less
(00:21:50) performance-related anxiety
(00:25:40) strivers are going to strive
(00:27:40) can we learn that things can be fulfilling and also difficult?
(00:29:44) money does not = fulfillment
(00:31:56) starting at ground level of happiness
(00:36:15) do you feel happier?
(00:38:07) how to know if your feeling is appropriate in arguments
(00:41:33) immediate emotions and emotional reactions
(00:46:29) dealing with gloom
(00:48:05) how arthur organizes information in his mind
(00:54:15) adding faith into the research of happiness
(00:58:22) how can you make people curious of a faith-based life?
(01:03:10) “is he stronger than daddy”
(01:05:00) closing question

Today we sat down with the incredibly wise mental health expert, author, and radio personality, Dr. John Deloney. With a passion for helping people thrive in their relationships, John tackles various questions from callers live on his podcast, “The Dr. John Deloney Show.” We brought some of those unique and challenging questions onto this episode and included additional questions sent in by our audience! After spending over twenty years in crisis response and finding real solutions and freedom in his own wellness journey, John knew he wanted to help as many people as possible heal from their past trauma and live whole, connected lives. We think he’s doing an amazing job at this and we hope this episode is enlightening! :)

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(00:01:00) let’s get this chat started!(00:02:04) we call him dr. neighbor(00:04:19) how did you get interested in investing in family?(00:06:33) what revelation have you had because of marriage?(00:07:38) never dating anyone else again and cultural lies(00:10:06) is marriage worth it?(00:15:40) can you fix the fear of being left?(00:18:53) infidelity is more than “cheating”(00:21:56) “i see a whole picture of you, are you okay?”(00:24:13) how do i discern if someone is checked out?(00:27:07) “just pick up the towels”(00:29:06) how do you know when you are ready to commit to serve in a marriage?(00:37:58) who can serve who the best?(00:38:57) us vs. them and the ugly of that(00:41:48) the meaning of the word “faithful”(00:48:59) rapid-fire questions from our listeners(00:52:39) how to navigate "trigger trauma ping pong"(00:56:11) how to support a spouse who struggles with depression(00:58:06) advice for toxic mother–daughter relationships(00:59:19) phone vs. marriage(01:00:34) my kids are in a dad phase… not a dad phase(01:02:53) intimacy feeling like a requirement

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