Sep 27, 2025
Shaun Murphy, a speaker and musician known as Mister Motivation, joins the show for Episode 137. Shaun shares his journey from challenging circumstances in Brooklyn to achieving success through transformative resilience. Explore Shaun’s military experience, his approach to fatherhood without a role model, and how he inspires others with heart-centered storytelling and hip-hop cadences. Discover insights on overcoming adversity, defining your purpose, and pursuing growth persistently. Shaun’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and service-minded leadership in the face of life’s challenges.
Sep 19, 2025
Kijuan Amey, a former Air Force staff sergeant, shares his incredible journey of resilience and reinvention after a devastating motorcycle accident left him blind. Despite losing his eyesight, Kijuan’s mental vision remained intact, propelling him to become a motivational speaker and author, inspiring others through his story. Join Toby Brooks as Kijuan discusses overcoming adversity, his transition from a promising Air Force career, and his continued determination to achieve new goals. Discover how Kijuan’s relentless spirit serves as a testament to human strength and adaptability.
Aug 31, 2025
The journey of Chris Softley, head football coach and athletic director at Lubbock Christian High School. Softley shares insights from his experiences, including a high school injury that shifted his dreams and shaped his coaching philosophy. Explore how Softley integrates identity, resilience, and faith into his coaching, creating a culture of holistic development. Discover his approach to nurturing both athletic and personal growth in young athletes and hear poignant stories of individual transformation and the relentless pursuit of purpose.
Aug 22, 2025
Former collegiate athlete and author Nick Peck joins Toby Brooks on the Becoming UnDone podcast to discuss his journey from a chaotic upbringing to finding purpose and healing through storytelling. Nick shares how sports provided a refuge from trauma and talks about the therapeutic power of writing. Discover key insights on resilience, the significance of community, and the role of faith in Nick’s life. Explore how Nick uses his own experiences to inspire others and why perseverance and gratitude are central themes in his life and work.
Jul 15, 2025
Join Toby Brooks as he explores resilience and servant leadership with Branda Anderson, a former Division 1 basketball player turned Holocaust education advocate. Discover Branda’s journey from a champion athlete inspired by her mentor to a teaching and learning specialist in Seattle. Uncover how her unwavering commitment to her role and community led her to pursue a PhD in Holocaust and Genocide Studies. Listen in as Branda shares insights on identity, faith, and the power of mentorship, making a case for pursuing impactful education with purpose and compassion.
