A Level Deeper
I'm Chad Miles and I'm on a journey to explore what makes life meaningful—this is your invitation to join me. On this show, we'll explore answers to some of life's biggest questions, hear unique stories of how people are finding meaning in their lives, and seek to arm ourselves with the mindsets and tools to create a life we love living. Join me as we go a level deeper into this life's journey and share a laugh while doing it.
Episodes
67 episodes
When can I retire?
Ah, retirement. How we view it and the way we plan for it (or don't) can have a really big impact on our working lives. In this final episode of the series, we'll hear from:- Demetrice Dawkins, a financial advisor, to understand the basic m...
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Should I pursue passion or money at work?
One of the most asked questions when it come to work is about money or passion—which one should be prioritized? In this episode, we'll seek to gain some perspectives on that question. Listen to my conversations with Brittany Denam and Ryan Mont...
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I'm Good at Being Outside with Professional Backpacking Guide Chris Young
Chris Young is a professional backpacking guide located in Arizona. Didn't know that was a legit career path? Yeah, me neither... and it's awesome. Chris shares the story of how his professional came to be and like most stories we uncover on th...
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A 2,650 Mile Journey to Self-Belief with Dedra Janvier
Dedra Janvier just spent Summer 2024 hiking 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail—alone. In this episode, we go inside Dedra's 5+ month experience hiking on the trail and all the things she encountered and had to overcome...
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Should I quit my job?
It feels impossible to do a series about work and not look at the question: Should I quit my job? It’s a question that keeps coming up in different ways, for different reasons, and if you’re tuning in, maybe it’s one you’ve been asking...
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A Good Teacher is an Amazing Asset with Roy Webb
After 34 years in the military and 18 years in the education system, Roy Webb tried to hang it up and enjoy his retirement. Key word: tried. In his retirement, Roy has been a volunteer, a bus driver, a blackjack dealer, and more. What Roy has f...
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Should I try turn my passion or hobby into my career?
You know the advice, "follow your passion" or "if you are passionate about it, you'll never work a day in your life"... is that good advice? Should we try to turn the things we are passionate about or our hobbies into our work? Tod...
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How do I create a better relationship to my work?
You grow up, go to school, start your career, work for 40 years, and retire as soon as possible, right? For decades, that seems like it's been the path that so many of us are prescribed to follow. What if there's a different path? Today, I chat...
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Series Trailer: What Are We Working For?
It’s estimated you’ll spend roughly 90,000 hours working in your lifetime. That’s 1/3 of your entire life. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably asked, “What am I working for?”Maybe you’ve thought about quitting your job, changing...
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You Can't Edit a Blank Page with Alyssa LaHaie
Alyssa LaHaie is an author and, if you ask her, it still feels weird to say that. Alyssa recently completed her first novel ahead of her 30th birthday and is in the process of trying to get it published. This episode is about pursu...
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Change How You Experience Light and Change Your Life with Mitchell Martin
Mitchell Martin is a former Chiropractor who now lives in Puerto Rico and serves as a men's coach and liberation guide. Liberation from what? Well, addictions, generational patterns, harmful habits, and so much more. Mitchell shared his perspec...
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I'm moving to Alaska for the winter. Here's why.
Everyone dreams of spending their winter in Alaska, right? Well, folks, it's true. After spending the summer in the 49th state, Eileen and I will be calling Alaska home for the next 7 months and experiencing our first winter here. ...
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"Healing is not fun, it's hard" - Why the World Needs Radical Healing with Men's Coach, Robert Joseph
Healing may not be easy, but it's a journey my guest, Robert Joseph, believes is necessary for so many of us to connect to our truest selves—and something greater. A cybersecurity salesman by day and a spiritual guide, healer, and men's coach b...
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Live and Love Boldly: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Nick Mundy
The world lost a bright light when we lost our friend, Nick Mundy—he had been valiantly fighting cancer for many years. Nick joined me on the show in the fall of 2023 and I was immediately struck by his story, perspectives, and message to "Live...
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Oh The Places You'll Go (Outwardly and Inwardly) with Jenni Adishian
Jenni Adishian would prefer you ask her about WHO she is, not what she does for a living. Sure, partly because she's changed the path of her professional course a few times, but mostly because she doesn't want to continue to place labels and bo...
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If Your Life Was a Movie... What Kind of Movie Are You Making? with Nakee Butter's Steffani Traskos
If it takes two to tango, well, it can also take two to start and run a successful business for 9 years. Today, I'm joined by Steffani Traskos who serves as the other half of the leadership of Nakee Butter, the company that Evan Weber (last wee...
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The Realities of the Entrepreneur's Journey with Nakee Butter Founder, Evan Weber
Ah, happiness. It seems like we're all seeking it and yet how often are we really aware of if we have it or why we don't? Today, I'm joined by the founder of a product called Nakee Butter, Evan Weber. Nakee Butter is a spread with benefits—thin...
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We Are the Men Podcast with Chad Miles
Hey folks, this week I'm sharing a conversation I had with guest and friend of the show, Angelo Santiago, on his podcast, We Are the Men. This episode was first published on his show under the title: A Meaningful Life through Deep Conve...
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He Retired at 38 and Moved to Costa Rica—was it all worth it? with Adam Harper
What are you willing to sacrifice in order to make a retirement dream a reality? My guest, Adam Harper retired at 38 years old and now lives in Costa Rica with his wife and children. In this episode, Adam shares his journey of goin...
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How to Build A Life You Love
Creating a meaningful life does not happen by accident. I believe that creating a life you love living is a very intentional act. Recently, I've been finding myself reflecting and feeling immensely grateful for the unique life I'm living and, m...
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Misconceptions About Enneagram & The Path to Re-Discover Your True Self with Jill Bourbonais
When you think about your most true self, what comes to mind? Maybe it's the goofy, quirky, child you remember being growing up or the artist or creator you've once been in your life. And how is that version of you different than how you find y...
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The Men's Doctor: There's Things Pills Can't Solve & Why We're Afraid of the Doctor's Office with Dr. Jonathan Brajtbord
Dr. Jonathan Brajtbord is a board-certified Urologist, integrative physician, and men's lifestyle expert—and he lives on a 24-acre farm outside of Boston, MA. How cool is that combo? In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan and I talk about his path ...
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Signs You Might Be in a Toxic Relationship (and What to Do About It) with Bre Wolta
Bre Wolta, a relationship clarity coach, dropped by the studio (its virtual) to chat about how to identify toxicity in relationships and more importantly, how to get out of those situations and into healthy ones. We talk about Br...
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How to Start Thinking For Yourself with Men's Coach & Dentist, Miles Santo
Miles Santo is a Dentist and a Men's Coach - an intriguing combo, isn't it? We talk about that. We also talk about the idea of thinking for yourself—why don't most people do it and if that's the case, where do we start? Miles...
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