The Normal Dude

Episode 17: Leading with Heart, Faith & Mental Strength with Aaron Loupe

On this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with Aaron Loupe—a husband, father of two, and the HR Director of an oil, gas, and construction company managing over 600 employees. But beyond the title, Aaron is someone who leads with heart, humility, and hope—both at home and at work. We kick off the conversation with Aaron’s powerful perspective on servant leadership, and how it’s shaped every aspect of his life. One of his biggest takeaways? 🗣️ “When we succeed, we succeed together. When we fail, it’s on me.” In this episode, we explore: 🙏 Faith, Family & Career: How Aaron balances a demanding leadership role while staying grounded in his Christian faith and present with his family. 🧠 Mental Health as a Strength: Challenging the stigma and embracing emotional resilience. 🔥 Growth in Hard Seasons: Why imposter syndrome can actually be a sign that you’re growing—and qualifying for the next level. 📲 Healing Out Loud: Aaron shares why he’s started posting regularly on faith and mental health—to help others feel seen, supported, and strong enough to speak up too. Whether you’re in leadership, navigating life’s challenges, or just need a reminder that vulnerability is strength—this episode is packed with real talk and encouragement. 📲 Follow Aaron and join the conversation: * Instagram: @hope_and_headnoise [https://www.instagram.com/hope_and_headnoise] * Facebook: Aaron Loupe 📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or wherever you listen to podcast!

Episode 16: Positivity, Purpose & Putting in the Work with Chase Bourgeois

In this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with Chase Bourgeois—an HR professional by day and the voice behind “Chasing the Good” by passion and purpose. Chase is on a mission to spread positivity, and his energy is contagious. We dive into: ☀️ Living with Intention: How Chase leads his life with positivity at the center, using gratitude and encouragement as daily tools. 📖 A Book in the Works: His journey of writing a book filled with perspective, personal growth, and lessons from real life. 📱 Social Media with Substance: Why Chase posts daily motivation and how he uses his platforms to lift others up during tough times. 💪 Fitness Journey: From outgrowing his pants to completing 75 Hard, Chase shares how he turned things around and now trains 7 days a week—feeling and looking better than ever. 🧠 Resilience Through the Ups & Downs: What helped him stay on track when life got overwhelming, and how to reframe challenges with a growth mindset. 👔 Look Good, Feel Good: Chase's belief that when you present the best version of yourself to the world, you live at your best too. Chase is a real dude with a powerful message: life’s hard—but positivity makes the weight lighter, the wins sweeter, and the journey worth it. 📲 Follow Chase for your daily boost of encouragement, gratitude, and mindset fuel: * Facebook: Chase Bourgeois * Instagram: @chasing_the_good [https://www.instagram.com/chasing_the_good] * TikTok: @chasing_the_good 📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or wherever you listen to podcast!

Episode 15: Coaching with Purpose and Presence with Tyler Harrington

On this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with Tyler Harrington—a coach, personal trainer, husband, father, and all-around powerhouse in and out of the gym. We dive into Tyler’s small-town origin story, growing up playing football in high school and college, and how he originally saw himself coaching strength and conditioning for athletes. While he’s done that, his passion grew even deeper in training the general population, finding true fulfillment in helping everyday people change their lives. We explore: 🏈 Transitioning from athlete to coach 💥 The real impact of training regular people 🧠 Developing self-awareness through life experiences 📱 The pros and cons of social media in today’s fitness space 🗣️ How to deal with negative self-talk and stop letting it hold you back 🏋️‍♂️ What makes Iron House Gym a different breed in the fitness world 💡 Tyler’s Top 3 Tips for anyone wanting to be successful as a coach in the fitness industry Whether you’re a coach, aspiring trainer, or someone looking to shift your mindset, this episode brings the heat with real talk, personal growth, and powerful advice. 👉 Want to train with Tyler? Find him on Instagram: @thesouthernsilverback [https://www.instagram.com/thesouthernsilverback] Or visit: www.silverback-training.com [http://www.silverback-training.com] 📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to podcast!

Episode 14: Trust Your Gut & Chase the Challenge with Jamie Leger

On this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with Jamie Leger—a husband, father, investor, entrepreneur, and all-around guy who's always chasing the next challenge. Jamie’s story is packed with pivots, life lessons, and a mindset that pushes limits. 🔧 Career Journey: From trade school to electronics, to becoming a machinist and eventually a partner in a machine shop, Jamie shares the ups and downs of growing a business and being bought out by larger companies. 🏠 From Precision to Construction: Transitioning into building storage units and residential homes, Jamie reflects on how different the standards of precision are between machine work and construction—and what he learned from both. 💻 His Latest Venture – Rubric FE: A software company focused on providing accurate quotes for fireproofing rooms and buildings. Jamie shares the why behind the business and what problem it’s solving.💡 Investor Insight: What Jamie looks for when investing in businesses—and why his biggest rule is to "trust your gut." 🏃 Fitness Evolution: How a hike through the Grand Canyon opened his eyes to new possibilities. Since then, Jamie’s run marathons, half-marathons, and is now preparing for his first HYROX race. 🧘 The Stoic Mindset: How adopting a stoic mentality has helped him navigate life, business, and personal growth with more clarity and purpose. This episode is all about reinvention, resilience, and reaching for more—perfect for anyone looking to grow in business, fitness, or mindset. 📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or whever you listen to podcast!

Episode 13: Purpose, Pivots, and Perspective with Scott Viator

On this episode of The Normal Dude Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Scott Viator—a devoted husband, father, and successful Farm Bureau Insurance agent. Scott’s story is all about making bold transitions, keeping faith through uncertainty, and staying grounded in what truly matters. ⚾ Career Pivots: From playing college baseball, to working in the oil field, and ultimately making a leap into insurance sales, a field he had no experience in—but a strong mindset for. 💼 Breaking into Insurance: The challenges, mindset shifts, and discipline it took for Scott to become successful in a brand-new industry. 🛡️ Life Insurance 101: The real-life value of life insurance and the differences between whole life vs. term policies—broken down in a way we can all understand. 🏋️‍♂️ Fitness Journey: Why Scott became committed to his health and how wellness plays a role in his life today. 🧠 Mindset & Motivation: Insight on how Scott stayed focused and positive during career pivots and what drives him to continue growing. 👨‍👧‍👦 Family First: How being a dad & husband has shaped his purpose, drive, and daily motivation This episode is filled with authenticity, wisdom, and heart—a powerful reminder that success looks different for everyone, but purpose and perseverance are always part of the journey. 📅 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to podcast!