Down Syndrome, Fatherhood & the Luckiest Men in the World with Jacob Esser | EP010

Recovery Isn’t a Solo Act: Marriage, Trust & Three Years Sober with Alyssa | EP011

Three years after entering rehab, Kyle sits down with his wife, Alyssa, for a conversation about what recovery has required from both of them. Kyle and Alyssa reflect on the isolation, fear, silence, loyalty, trust, and rebuilding that addiction brought into their marriage. They talk about the rehab intake moment that changed Kyle’s recovery, the painful question of why Alyssa stayed, and what it has looked like to rebuild peace in their home one day at a time. This episode is not just about getting sober. It is about what happens after the crisis point — when the drinking stops, but the marriage, family, wounds, habits, fears, and trust still have to be rebuilt. Kyle and Alyssa also discuss what recovery has given back: laughter in the house, friendships, fatherhood, honesty, shared responsibility, and a life neither of them would trade.  Topics discussed include: Alcoholism and marriage Rebuilding trust after addiction The role of loved ones in recovery Why sobriety has to become personally chosen Life after rehab Learning to communicate again The emotional weight carried by spouses and family members Three years sober Fatherhood, family, and recovery Chapter 8 of Alcoholics Anonymous [https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/2021-11/en_bigbook_chapt8.pdf] More Than Capable is about formation, responsibility, recovery, and the work of becoming someone who can carry what life asks of them. Keep showing up.

Down Syndrome, Fatherhood & the Luckiest Men in the World with Jacob Esser | EP010

In this episode of More Than Capable, Kyle sits down with Jacob Esser, founder of Dads of Down Syndrome [https://dadsofdownsyndrome.org/], for a conversation about fatherhood, purpose, fear, advocacy, and the unexpected ways our lives are shaped by the moments we never saw coming. But this conversation is not only about diagnosis. It is about what happens after. Jacob shares how the early days of fatherhood eventually led him to start Dads of Down Syndrome, a growing community created to give fathers a place to be honest, encouraged, and connected. What began with a small group of dads sitting together has grown into a movement built around presence, compassion, and the belief that these men are among “the luckiest men in the world.” This is a conversation about special needs parenting, Down syndrome, marriage, community, honest conversations among men, and the quiet power of simply showing up.

Dying at the Peak: Winning Emmys, Addiction, and the Fight for His Life with Chris Burns | EP009

Chris Burns [https://chrisburnsdp.com/] built his career at the highest levels of television—winning Emmys and working on Duck Dynasty—while quietly battling an addiction that would nearly kill him. At one point, on set, he was one of only three people sober. One of them was Robert Downey Jr. That contrast—success, pressure, proximity to people who had survived their own battles—was happening at the same time Chris was slipping deeper into his own. Then everything caught up. Chris went into liver failure and was forced to confront the reality that he might not survive. What followed were the calls no one ever wants to make, the wait for a transplant, and the weight of knowing that someone else would have to die for him to live. In this conversation, Chris walks through: * Building a career while losing control behind the scenes * The lie of “getting away with it” * Addiction as a solution—and what it was actually solving * The moment his body gave out * Facing death and waiting for a second chance * What it takes to rebuild a life after surviving it This is a story about contrast—winning at the highest level while falling apart in private—and what it looks like to come back from the edge.

Building a Life You Don’t Want to Escape with Luke Thorkildsen of Weatherby | EP008

What does it actually take to build a life you don’t want to escape from? In this conversation, Kyle sits down with Luke Thorkildsen, Chief Operating Officer of Weatherby, to explore the long, often uncomfortable process of building a life rooted in faith, family, and responsibility. From early career rejection to navigating the realities of marriage, Luke shares what it looks like to stop chasing the wrong things—and start doing the work that actually matters. This isn’t about quick fixes or surface-level advice. It’s about the quiet, repeated decisions that shape who you become over time. Luke opens up about the challenges in his marriage, including the hard realization that growth doesn’t come from trying to fix someone else, but from taking ownership of yourself. Through counseling, faith, and a commitment to stay, he began to rebuild not just his relationship, but his perspective on what it means to lead a life with intention. Together, Kyle and Luke discuss the role of faith in decision-making, the responsibility that comes with being a husband and father, and the importance of showing up consistently—even when it’s difficult. If you’ve ever felt stuck, restless, or unsure whether you’re building the right life, this conversation will challenge you to take a deeper look at what matters—and what it actually requires to build something that lasts. Topics: * Building a meaningful life without a clear roadmap * Navigating rejection and creating your own opportunities * The reality of marriage: love, tension, and growth * Personal responsibility and ownership * Faith as a foundation for life decisions * Parenting with honesty and intention * The slow, daily work of becoming

Breaking His Neck Saved His Life: Kenny White’s Story of Paralysis & Recovery | EP007

What if the moment that nearly ended your life… was the one that finally gave it back to you? Kenny White was a father, a provider, and a man quietly losing control. Alcohol had taken hold, shaping his days, his decisions, and the trajectory of his life. Then, in a split second accident at home, everything changed. A broken neck. A shattered vertebra. Instant paralysis. What followed was an 11-hour surgery, months of recovery, and a reality that most people never have to face. But somewhere in that darkness, Kenny experienced something unexpected: Clarity. In this conversation, Kenny shares the full story of the accident that left him paralyzed, the physical and emotional battle to recover, and how that moment became the catalyst for lasting sobriety and a completely different life. This is not just a story about survival. It’s about identity, fatherhood, faith, and what it means to be given a second chance when everything you thought defined you is stripped away. We talk about: * The moment of impact and what it felt like to lose movement instantly * The long road of physical recovery after a catastrophic spinal injury * Living as a father while navigating paralysis and uncertainty * The role alcohol played before the accident — and why it never came back after * Finding purpose through pain and rebuilding life from the ground up * The mindset shift that turned tragedy into transformation * Launching the “Break Your Neck” movement and helping others through adversity Kenny’s story is raw, honest, and deeply human — a reminder that sometimes the hardest moments in life are the ones that wake us up. Sign Up or Donate to Kenny's Break Your Neck 5k Here [https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Pueblo/BreakYourNeckWalkrunorRoll]. If this conversation resonates with you, follow the show, leave a rating, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.