In This Episode:After a little well-deserved break, Tyler and Mike are back at it. This time, the guys sit down with one of their most sought-after guests. Gordon DeWitt joins the Richest Men in Town conversation to share the rich lessons that his life has been teaching him over the last 47 years. His story begins as all good stories do...with a JC Penney's suit, a Subaru Brat, and hoop dreams. Sprinkle in a life-changing Petra concert and a 3-day courtship with a cute girl in Texas and Gordon's course was set. Gordon gives listeners a master class on authenticity through the challenges and trials that he and his wife have experienced and he also provides some insight into how they have supported each other to stay in the fight. The rich conversation with Gordon covers a lot of ground, including: "Dynamic God moments"Friends serving as the Hands and feet of ChristBeing "An All or Nothing Guy"Being acquainted with pain, suffering, and lossThe Power of bond and partnership to help carry the loadHow God is equipping us to be able to accomplish our purpose here on earthEnduring seasons of disillusionmentStrong relationship with who God really isAcknowledging that how we feel is realRemembering that there is a way backThe benefits of counseling and the need for help in receiving guidanceThe DeWitts are living lives that matter. It has not been easy but they have not only found the strength to go through the unimaginable but have also found value, comfort, and perspective in helping others through similar challenges. To Gordon...thank you. Thank you for the way that you are showing up. To the DeWitt family...thank you and keep going. Show NotesQuotes...“The purpose of life is finding the largest burden that you can bear and bearing it.”  -Jordan Peterson"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." -Psalm 34:18References...The Gift of Influence by Tommy SpauldingElf Carl's Jr. Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger (an RMIT Favorite!)The Jimmy Kimmel Live's Guillermo RodriguezSubaru BratPetra BandCinderella ManLucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford"Back to Life" by Zahriya ZacharyBetterHelpPeter on the water in Matthew 14:22-33Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Since the days of season 1, Mike has been talking about getting Jonathan Anderson on the Richest Men in Town podcast, and in this episode it finally happens. Jonathan is doing some incredible things now as the Executive Director/CEO of the Good News Rescue Mission in Redding, California and the story of how he got where he is today is the stuff of RMIT legends. In his time with the guys, Jonathan provides a master class in change with all the ingredients of an incredible story including conflict, prayers answered, mentors, the power of authentic love, and radical transformation. Jonathan's spiritual momentum has taken him from the streets of East Oakland to college to the silence and solitude of a French monastery to meeting Michelle to raising boys to helping repair broken lives and he is not done. Jonathan is a reminder to all of us to trust God with all of the pieces of our story. If He's real, if He's good, and if He has our best interests in mind then why are we worried?  Show NotesQuotes..."The other side of fear is freedom. The other side of pain is growth. The other side of conflict is relationship." -Jonathan AndersonReferences...Red Bluff High School Spartans football on KBLF RadioField of DreamsEpisode #24: Doug McMullin-"Be a Leaf in the Stream"Psalm 119Simpson UniversityThe Story of AbrahamGood News Rescue MissionPsst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Mike and Tyler welcome a friend of a friend to the program. Dan Collins reached out and sent Marc Davis over to the Richest Men In Town podcast and Marc did not disappoint. Marc's life experiences have helped him learn some incredibly rich and powerful lessons and he stops by to connect with the guys and share a few nuggets with anyone that will listen. Marc is 100% aware of just how blessed he is and how good he has it. The discussion is rich, to say the least, and topics cover a lot of ground, including:Staying connected to heavenNoise of lifeCompassionHumilityWaiting on the LordDoing hard thingsCompensatory blessingsService to make burdens lightSpoiled by the LordEternal perspectiveMarc has seen good times and tough times and through it all, he strives to remember how good God has been to him and what an amazing time it is to be alive. In the end, he is a humble guy trying to stay connected to Jesus and his experiences just might help all of us do the same. To Marc, we thank you for the way that you are living your rich life and for the way you showed up for this conversation. Your "Pops" would be proud for sure. Keep going brother!Show NotesQuotes..."A beautiful life is not stumbled upon, it is built. It is chosen. It is nurtured over the years. A beautiful life is made from the heart, not the head. It is not one we can rationalize our way into, it’s one that must be felt. A beautiful life is not one that is immediately comfortable, but one grown through the acknowledgment of what is worth being uncomfortable for. It is not one that is easy, it is one that is worth it." -Brianna Wiest"In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost." -President Russell M. NelsonReferences...Steinbeck's East of Eden Chapter 13Always seeking and Congruence with John Gorbett in RMIT's Episode #145Doctrine & Covenants Section 121Good Samaritan in Luke 10: 30-37Prodigal Son in Luke 15: 11-32Matthew 253 Nephi 17Elder David A. Bednar-"Bear Up Their Burdens With Ease"Elder David A. Bednar-"Abide in Me"President Russell M. Nelson-"Think Celestial"Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Tyler and Mike welcome to the Richest Men In Town podcast John Garbett. John wastes no time sharing his love for George Bailey and the values that he personifies. It turns out, that John has spent his entire life working with teams of people to tell powerful stories. For 25 years, as an agent of change, John led creative development and production management teams for DreamWorks SKG, MGM/UA, Warner Bros, Universal, Amblin Entertainment and Disney. His projects included “The Disney Sunday Movie”, “Father of the Bride”, “The Frighteners”, “The Matrix” and the Academy Award-winning “Shrek”. In his "fourth act" he has dedicated his life to helping those that struggle with substance abuse and addiction. He created the groundbreaking “12 Steps to Change” addiction recovery video series and other behavioral health-related media and curriculum for the LDS Church. In their time with John, the guys dive deep into all kinds of topics including:Living our values"Congruence"Always seekingCreativityStory-tellingEmpathy and compassionOur perspective changes as we have new experiences and listeners are going to have an unforgettable experience listening and learning from John's rich life. To Kristin and John, thank you for the good that you are doing. It matters so keep going!Show NotesQuotes..."It is not the things we do in life that we regret on our deathbed. It is the things we do not. I assure you I've done a lot of really stupid things, and none of them bother me. All the mistakes, and all the dopey things, and all the times I was embarrassed — they don't matter. What matters is that I can kind of look back and say: Pretty much any time I got chance to do something cool I tried to grab for it — and that's where my solace comes from." -Randy PauschReferences...John's IMDB ProfileCraft Connect Mindful Family SupportDialectical Behavior TherapyRandy Pausch "Last Lecture"Addiction Recover Videos from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsHelaman's Stripling Warriors (Book of Mormon story)Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Tyler and Mike welcome in Sean McMasters to the Richest Men In Town podcast. Sean is the Senior Pastor for the Vineyard City Church in Redding, California and he just so happens to be a former classmate of Tyler's (shoutout to Enterprise High School class of 1993!). Tyler and Sean get reunited and Sean catches everyone up on what the journey over the last 30 years has looked like. And what a journey it has been. The end result is a powerful conversation that will leave everyone feeling like they just had some midweek church. Topics include:InfluenceAuthenticityGod's loveGraceComparison vs. EmulationGood theologySean delivers a powerful witness of his personal faith and lessons that he learned and is now teaching others. His invitation to rest in grace hit powerfully and just might be the antidote that the world needs right about now. To Sean, thank you for the authentic way you show up in your life. Thank you for sharing how everything changed once you met Jesus. Keep going brother!Show NotesQuotes..."For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." -John 3:16"I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing." -John 15:5"For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him." -2 Corinthians 5:21References...Sean's church congregation at Vineyard City ChurchThe Gift of Influence by Tommy SpauldingThe Beatitudes in Matthew 5For the Life of the World by Alexander SchmemannThe Insecurity of Freedom by Abraham HeschelThe Other F Word documentaryJesus Revolution moviePsst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Tyler and Mike bring back Brian Grow to close the loop on some commitments they made in Episode #142. The 40-Day Fast that was mentioned last episode is on! From now until November 3rd the guys will be experimenting to introduce some small changes with the hope that they will be different dudes on the other end of the process. Using Luke 2:52 as a guide, they are aiming at improvement in areas of the body, the mind, the heart, and the spirit and they want to extend the challenge/invitation to everyone. To Brian, thanks for helping to hold us accountable. Good luck over the next 40 days!Show NotesReferences...Studer's Execution TrianglePsst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Mike and Tyler invite Brian Grow to pull up a chair and share some thoughts with listeners. In his first of what will be many appearances in this new season of RMIT, Brian holds nothing back and the guys go deep fast. There are a couple of quick references to some 90's classic sitcoms and then it's on to all kinds of rich life talk, including some of these topics:Strengths and WeaknessesBelonging vs. Fitting InBuilding ConfidenceOver time/decadesShould is the enemyBecoming unshakablePower and process of doingBorrowing confidenceBeing patient with ourselvesStarting today's episode drop, the guys are all in on a 40-day fast to intentionally work on some things to improve their lives physically, spiritually, socially, and intellectually and RMIT listeners can go along for the ride or join in the journey. Shout out to Sister Goold for the idea! To Brian, thanks for showing up and continuing to deliver hit after hit. Come on back soon and help all of us to Grow Rich.Show NotesQuotes..."And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man." -Luke 2:52"The opposite of belonging is fitting in. Belonging a being a part of something bigger than yourself. But it's also having the courage to stand alone and belong to yourself above all else." -Brene Brown“As the works of the flesh have universal application, so likewise does the gospel of peace. If one man lives it, he has peace within himself. If two men live it, they each have peace within themselves and with each other. If the citizens live it, the nation has domestic peace. When there are enough nations enjoying the fruit of the Spirit to control world affairs, then, and only then, will the war drums throb no longer, and the battle flags be furl’d. … ” -Marion G. Romney"Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained." -Marie Curie"There is nothing good unless you do it." -German author Erich Kästner"Nevertheless, after all this, I never have known much of the ways of the Lord, and his mysteries and marvelous power. I said I never had known much of these things; but behold, I mistake, for I have seen much of his mysteries and his marvelous power; yea, even in the preservation of the lives of this people." -Amulek in Alma 10:5 (The Book of Mormon)References...Steve Erkel on Family MattersPsych TV SeriesCharity in Moroni 7 (The Book of Mormon)Atlas of the Heart by Brene BrownOne in Christ by Elder D. Todd ChristoffersonEther 12:27 Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:The Richest Men in Town podcast is all about bringing people together and this week's episode is a special night that reunites Tyler Goold with one of his favorite people. Chris Smyrnos is a "go-to guy" who is doing a lot of things right. He's a good friend to the guys but make no mistake about it, Chris is a deep pool with a lot to teach RMIT listeners. In his time, Chris leads the conversation across a wide range of topics including:Superpower of choiceCompassion Power of small winsRoles in lifeA commitment to personal excellenceDependabilityModeling"What's important?"In the end, Lieutenant Smyrnos delivers a master class, helping all of us to remember the importance of perspective and striving to be better every day. More importantly, Chris is all about intentionally doing his part to be the person to help others along the way. To Chris, we raise a glass and toast him for the man, the husband, the father, the police officer, the friend, the son, and the leader that he is. Thanks for sharing your story and helping to show the way to better. Keep going, brother!Show NotesQuotes..."We warn that individuals who violate covenants of chastity, who abuse spouse or offspring, or who fail to fulfill family responsibilities will one day stand accountable before God. Further, we warn that the disintegration of the family will bring upon individuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets. We call upon responsible citizens and officers of government everywhere to promote those measures designed to maintain and strengthen the family as the fundamental unit of society." -The Family Proclamation (1995)"“Next to love, balance is the most important thing.” -John WoodenAnd it came to pass that I, Nephi, said unto my father: I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded, for I know that the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them." -1 Nephi 3:7References...Dallas Maverick's Luka DoncicNFL Hall of Famer Jerome BettisWhite Stripes "Seven Nation Army"KMARTLittle Caesar's "Pizza, Pizza"Faith journey of Colorado Buffalos Head Coach Deion Sanders Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklPsst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:Tyler and Mike take a chance on a recommendation from friends of the program. Troy and Daphne Blanchard are living rich lives in Ecuador these days but their referral takes the guys to Apache Junction, Arizona where they get to know Bryant Powell. It turns out that Bryant Powell is as good as it gets and in his time with the guys, he drops all kinds of goodness. Bryant takes listeners back to the early days of his faith journey, going back to building his life as a young man on the underlined words of the Savior in his seminary scriptures. He also lets the guys in on some of the ups and downs that life is currently dealing him. Tyler and Mike go along for the ride and along the way, some great topics come up including:Living and teaching timeless values like discipline and diligenceDefining "Enough"Perfectionism and comparisonStanding for somethingDealing with lossBuilding families and homesThrow in some talk about waterbeds, Pro Wings, and MCI phone cards and Bryant paints a rich life picture indeed. To the Powell family, thank you for the lives you are living. Bryant Powell, thank you for sharing your story and showing up for your family and your community. Keep going brother!Show NotesQuotes...“Life with my parents and the other family members was natural and pleasant. Mutual support happened spontaneously and guaranteed the survival of people as well as of material and spiritual values. Until a few years ago, those bonds were so strong in the rural culture that they safeguarded ideals. The willingness to make sacrifices for others, to be able to wait for a reward, the devotion to work; for me, these are everlasting values. The joy of working together and sharing what was being produced turned work into a joyful liturgy, not a punishment. We all knew what was being done in the fields, in the garden, in the pastures, at home; planting, cultivating, raising children and helping parents. There was no wealth, but we were happy. And it makes me think: having enough is itself a form of wealth.” -Brunello Cucinelli, Italian billionaireReferences...Apache Junction, ArizonaMLB Wild Card StandingsHaboobRMIT Episode #43: Troy Blanchard-"Choose Your Own Adventure"RMIT Episode #121: Daphne and Troy Blanchard-"Uh oh...Mom and Dad are Receiving Inspiration""The Imperfect Harvest" by Vern Stanfill"The Challenge to Become" by Elder Dallin H. OaksPro Wings shoesThomas the Train's PercyPsst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.

In This Episode:The wait is over. After a bit of a break this summer, the guys are back with the highly anticipated debut of Season 6 of The Richest Men In Town. To kick things off, Tyler and Mike are excited to bring back Nick Anderson. Nick has been on a couple of times (check out Episodes #16 and #40) but this time the guys mix it up a bit by inviting his wife Shellie to join him on the program to tell her story...and what a story she has! Her faith journey has been an arduous one but early life lessons and adversity have shaped her to live an amazingly rich life and help others do the same. In their time with the Andersons, the guys learn about:The importance of communicationEmpowerment vs. excusesThe power of coaching-especially for couples!Releasing expectations we hold of othersThe "constant companionship" of the Holy GhostWays to intentionally enhance marriageTo Shellie, thank you for your vulnerability in sharing your story with listeners. In the midst of extremely difficult challenges, you have shown courage and grace and reminded all of us that faith is a principle of action and that the grace that is available to all of us through the Atonement of Jesus Christ gives us strength to do that which we cannot do on our own. To all of our listeners, we want to invite you to check out Shellie's resources, including her coaching website, courses, and podcast. Let's pray to do things differently and then, with some intentionality, commit to do the work on ourselves. That's the only way things change. Show NotesQuotes..."Find out who you are and do it on purpose." -Dolly Parton"The way you alchemize a soulless world into a sacred world is by treating everyone as if they are sacred until the sacred in them remembers." -Sarah Durham WilsonReferences...Shellie Anderson CoachingRestore Yourself, Restore Your Marriage PodcastFirst Night, First Year CourseMarriage Enhancement CourseSaturday's Warriors (1989)The Holy Invitation by Anthony SweatLearn more about sexual assault in America by visiting RAINN.ORGIf you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, there's help. Call the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.Psst...Check out our website or visit us on our Facebook and Instagram platforms.