Episode 70 - Empty the tank—because pursuing more means giving everything you’ve got, on and off the field with Adam Stockwell

Episode 73 - The mental game behind confident athletes and strong men with Travis Rogers

Episode 73 of the Men Pursuing More Podcast features mental performance coach and former college baseball player Travis Rogers as he joins Roger Maupin for a powerful conversation on sports, mindset, fatherhood, and purpose. Travis shares his journey from growing up in South Minneapolis and playing baseball at Normandale Community College and New Mexico State University to building a career in personal training and mental performance coaching. The discussion dives into the mental pressures athletes face today, the impact of social media on confidence, and how parents and coaches can better support young athletes through challenges and competition. Travis also opens up about balancing life as a father of two college baseball players, coaching high school baseball in Arizona, and helping athletes focus on purpose over pressure. This episode is filled with practical wisdom for athletes, parents, and men striving to lead with courage, curiosity, and intentional growth.   Follow Travis Rogers online at: Website - https://www.mindritetraining.com [https://www.mindritetraining.com/] IG - @mindritecoach [https://www.instagram.com/mindritecoach/?hl=en] X - @MindRiteCoach [https://x.com/MindRiteCoach] Email - mindritetraining@gmail.com [mindritetraining@gmail.com] Podcast - Parenting Athletic Kids Podcast [https://www.mindritetraining.com/parentingathletickids] Podcast - Get Your MindRite Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/4cxPkibs73W3tIW4hY40zZ] ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ [https://maupincoaching.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ [https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin [https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin]   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS [https://www.kingdombringer.com/services] Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE [https://app.soundstripe.com/]

Episode 72 - From Rugby to the Mic—Andre Venter’s journey of purpose and faith

In Episode 72 of the Men Pursuing More podcast, Roger Maupin sits down with Andre Venter to unpack a remarkable journey that began on the rugby fields of South Africa at a young age and expanded onto international stages through music. From competing as a high-level rugby player to singing in front of global audiences, Andre shares how discipline, identity, and faith shaped both paths. He reflects on the pivotal transition away from rugby, the courage it took to pursue a new calling through music, and the life-changing decision to bring his family to the United States in pursuit of greater purpose and opportunity. Through every season—athlete, artist, husband, and father—Andre’s story highlights what it means to evolve, trust God’s direction, and continue pursuing more with conviction and clarity.   Follow Andre online: FB - https://www.facebook.com/andreinworship [https://www.facebook.com/andreinworship] ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ [https://maupincoaching.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ [https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin [https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin]   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS [https://www.kingdombringer.com/services] Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE [https://app.soundstripe.com/]

Episode 71 - Choose humility. Chase growth. Lead with purpose with Paul Weidner

In Episode 71 of Men Pursuing More, Roger Maupin sits down with Paul Weidner, Associate Head Coach at Bethel University and mental performance coach—for a powerful conversation on growth, faith, and leadership. Paul shares his journey from a small-town upbringing in Minnesota to building a meaningful life through baseball, coaching, and mentorship. He reflects on his time at Bethel University, Creighton University, and Great Lakes Baseball Academy, offering insight into the standards he sets for athletes and the role accountability plays in development. Rooted in faith, Paul’s approach to coaching goes beyond performance—focusing on shaping character and purpose. He also discusses balancing multiple roles and his experience co-hosting podcasts with Travis Rogers, where they create separate episodes for parents and athletes on topics like resiliency. This episode challenges men to examine who they’re becoming, not just what they’re achieving. It’s a conversation about raising standards, staying grounded in faith, and intentionally investing in others along the way. Website - https://www.greatlakesbaseball.us/ [https://www.greatlakesbaseball.us/] X - https://x.com/PaulWeidner11 [https://x.com/PaulWeidner11] ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ [https://maupincoaching.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ [https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin [https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin]   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS [https://www.kingdombringer.com/services] Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE [https://app.soundstripe.com/]

Episode 70 - Empty the tank—because pursuing more means giving everything you’ve got, on and off the field with Adam Stockwell

In Episode 70 of the Men Pursuing Morepodcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Adam Stockwell to unpack a powerful journey marked by resilience, identity, and purpose. From growing up in a competitive, sports-driven family to overcoming career-altering injuries, Adam shares how perseverance and patience shaped both his athletic and personal life. His story moves from the highs of becoming a #1 college pitcher to the abrupt end of his playing career, revealing the mental toughness required to redefine success. Now a pitching coach and mentor, Adam pours his passion into developing young athletes, emphasizing confidence, character, and giving your all in every pursuit. This episode is a compelling reminder that life’s setbacks often become the foundation for greater impact and purpose.   Follow Adam online: FB - https://www.facebook.com/adam.stockwell.94 [https://www.facebook.com/adam.stockwell.94] IG - https://www.instagram.com/adamstockwell35/ [https://www.instagram.com/adamstockwell35/] ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ [https://maupincoaching.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ [https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin [https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin]   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS [https://www.kingdombringer.com/services] Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE [https://app.soundstripe.com/]

Episode 69 - Every man faces a defining moment. The question is—will you step up? with Daron Franklin

In Episode 69 of the Men Pursuing More Podcast, host Roger Maupin sits down with Daron Franklin—known to many as Coach Frank—founder of F42 Empowerment and creator of the Beyond the Edge framework. From growing up in New Orleans to becoming a college football scholar-athlete, teacher, and coach, Coach Frank’s journey has been shaped by resilience through life’s toughest moments. In this powerful conversation, he opens up about the life interruptions that forced him to rebuild—Hurricane Katrina, a cancer diagnosis at age 28, and the personal reset that came after a 16-year marriage ended in divorce. Through it all, he discovered a calling to help young men build confidence, consistency, and purpose. Coach Frank shares the mindset shifts behind his Participant–Contributor–Lifer framework and how men can move beyond fear, increase their life capacity, and design winning plays for life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, knocked down, or uncertain about your next step, this episode will challenge you to elevate, step forward, and go beyond the edge.   Follow Daron online: Website - https://www.daronfranklin.com/ [https://www.daronfranklin.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/coach2_inspire/ [https://www.instagram.com/coach2_inspire/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/F42Empowerment [https://www.facebook.com/F42Empowerment] X - https://x.com/coach_dfrank [https://x.com/coach_dfrank] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daronfranklin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daronfranklin/] ______________________________ Follow Roger Maupin online: Website - https://maupincoaching.com/ [https://maupincoaching.com/] IG - https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/ [https://www.instagram.com/rogercmaupin/] FB - https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin [https://www.facebook.com/roger.c.maupin] Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogermaupin]   Podcast Produced by: KB PODCASTS [https://www.kingdombringer.com/services] Podcast Music: SOUNDSTRIPE [https://app.soundstripe.com/]