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Everybody talks about your WHY. Mick Hunt goes deeper. Mick Unplugged is the leadership and personal growth podcast built on one idea: your BECAUSE is the purpose underneath your purpose, and it is the most powerful force you own. Hosted by Mick Hunt, USA Today bestselling author and the voice of Modern Leadership, every episode sits across from a high performer, founder, athlete, or culture-shaper and asks the one question they cannot fake an answer to. What is your BECAUSE? Past guests include Shark Tank stars Daymond John and Kevin O'Leary, entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, motivational legend Les Brown, Chef Robert Irvine, comedians Rickey Smiley and Earthquake, NFL Hall of Famer Jared Allen, hospitality mogul David Grutman, and World Series champion Jeremy Guthrie. No scripts. No surface-level fluff. Just the real fire behind why they refused to quit. If you are a leader, an entrepreneur, or someone who is done coasting on motivational quotes, this is your show. You will walk away every week with mindset shifts, leadership strategy, and the kind of straight talk that actually moves you forward. New episodes drop weekly. Follow Mick Unplugged on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you never miss one. Your BECAUSE is your Superpower. Go Unleash It.

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Revealing the Secret to Creative Success with Tim GunnIn this episode of *Mick Unplugged*, host Mick Hunt interviews Tim Gunn, a celebrated style mentor, educator, and television personality.27 Oct 2025 · 29 min
Breaking Barriers with Nada Lena NasserdeenIn this episode of *Mick Unplugged*, host Mick Hunt engages with Nada Lena Nasserdeen, founder of Rise Up For You, to discuss the significance of soft skills such as self-confidence, emotional…25 Oct 2025 · 33 min
Unveiling Sharkgevity Secrets with Daymond JohnHosted by Mick Hunt, this podcast challenges the conventional 'Why' and emphasizes finding your 'Because'—your core motivation.23 Oct 2025 · 45 min
Solving Atlanta’s Challenges with Mayor Andre DickensIn this episode of "Mick Unplugged," host Mick Hunt interviews Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, delving into his journey from a young dreamer to a proactive leader addressing the city's challenges.20 Oct 2025 · 29 min
Discovering Your Compass Within with Robert GlazerDefining personal and organizational core values as “non-negotiable principles” that guide real decisions and behaviors, not wall slogans; using values to prevent burnout and improve leadership.16 Oct 2025 · 35 min · 16 chapters
Breaking Stigmas with Brandon SawalichA podcast that encourages listeners to find their 'Because'—their core driving force—in order to create meaningful impact in their personal and professional lives.13 Oct 2025 · 29 min
Avoiding Life's Potholes with Karen SalmansohnAvoiding Life's Potholes with Karen Salmansohn9 Oct 2025 · 38 min
Building Mindset Muscle with Elan GelfandElon Gelfand (host of Abundant Thinking) discusses building “mindset muscle” through purpose-driven work, consistency, and pressure as motivation; he also advises parents on helping teens discover…6 Oct 2025 · 29 min · 14 chapters
Mastering Brand Growth with Travis ChappellIn this episode of Mick Unplugged, host Mick Hunt interviews Travis Chappell, a prominent figure in the podcasting community known for his expertise in connection and networking.2 Oct 2025 · 33 min
Unveiling Simplicity in Leadership with Marlissa HudsonA transformative podcast that encourages listeners to discover their core driving force and apply modern leadership principles to create a meaningful impact in their lives.29 Sep 2025 · 35 min
Turning Fear into Success with Dr. Jay PhippsA transformative podcast focusing on Modern Leadership, urging listeners to discover their core driving force, referred to as 'Because', to create meaningful impact in their personal and professional…27 Sep 2025 · 32 min
Ravinder Taylor Reveals Simple Tools for Self-Empowerment and Mental GrowthBrain training and self-empowerment techniques to overcome subconscious limiting beliefs, using science-backed tools from Ravinder Taylor’s book Mind Training: The Science of Self-Empowerment.25 Sep 2025 · 28 min · 9 chapters
Gary Linnen: Unlocking the Power of Peer LeadersGary Linnen (CEO of Peer Forward, formerly College Summit) explains how “positive peer pressure” helps students get into and succeed in college, and shares the organization’s program structure,…22 Sep 2025 · 31 min · 15 chapters
Sade Lythcott Reveals National Black Theater's Next Chapter & Community ImpactNational Black Theater’s legacy and future, including CEO Sade Lythcott’s purpose, “holistic producing,” COVID-era strategy, and a major 2027 mixed-use capital project at 125th Street and 5th Avenue.20 Sep 2025 · 30 min · 12 chapters
Karen Bass Talks Community Power and Progress in Los AngelesMayor Karen Bass discusses her “because” (lifelong drive for justice), why she chose to lead Los Angeles, her approach to reducing street homelessness and violence, and how she counters national…18 Sep 2025 · 30 min · 10 chapters
Matt Ebert: Reveals the Leadership Secret to Scaling an EmpireMatt Ebert, founder of Crash Champions, explains how he scaled from one shop (1999) to 600+ locations and a ~$3B business by prioritizing people, building culture through systems, adapting to market…15 Sep 2025 · 38 min · 18 chapters
Bryan & Shannon Miles: Secrets to Remote Culture and Servant Leadership SuccessBryan and Shannon Miles discuss servant leadership, remote culture, faith-driven decision-making, and the entrepreneur “messy middle,” including how they built Belay (virtual assistants/bookkeeping)…13 Sep 2025 · 40 min · 16 chapters
Pasha Palanker: Facing Fear, Building Strength, and Leaving a Legacy of ImpactPost-military mindset, trauma and anger management, seeking mental health help, and turning service into purpose through speaking and veteran advocacy; includes a fear/clarity discussion and…11 Sep 2025 · 36 min · 15 chapters
Julie Zhuo: Secret Sauce to Success-Teams, Culture and the Future of ManagementJulie Zhuo (ex-Facebook VP Product Design) discusses “secret sauce” management: building culture, focusing on outcomes, handling disruptive change from AI, removing toxic “assholes,” and how new…8 Sep 2025 · 36 min · 17 chapters
Stacey Abrams: Redefining Justice Through the Power of AIStacey Abrams discusses AI’s role in legal systems and justice, anchored in her AI-centered legal thriller Coded Justice.6 Sep 2025 · 39 min · 16 chapters
Sunny Bonnell: Reveals Lessons From Embracing Defiance and UniquenessHow visionary leaders and “rare breed” traits (defiance, audacity, emotion, obsession) can drive execution through clear alignment, culture, and brand messaging; includes leadership distinctions…4 Sep 2025 · 25 min · 12 chapters
Brendan Kane: Dominate Social Media with Actionable Tips & Storytelling MasteryHow to dominate social media using storytelling formats, authenticity, and “three-second” attention—without chasing virality for its own sake.1 Sep 2025 · 40 min · 18 chapters
Sonja Keeve: Empower Yourself and Others by Owning Your NarrativeSonja Keeve explains how owning your narrative builds confidence and impact, and shares practical steps for starting or monetizing a podcast.30 Aug 2025 · 29 min · 15 chapters
Jeremy Stalnecker: Reveals Lessons in Leadership From Military ServiceJeremy Stalnecker (Marine Corps veteran, pastor, CEO of Mighty Oaks Foundation) discusses leadership lessons from military service and how faith-based support helps people heal from “unseen wounds,”…28 Aug 2025 · 30 min · 15 chapters