UnMotivated

Hosted by Trevor aka "The Dog Father"

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320

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Aug 2026

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Welcome to The Unmotivated Podcast — the realest space where we talk business, life, personal growth, mindset, and dogs . We call ourselves the most Unmotivated Motivated people you’ll ever meet, because chasing success isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being real, consistent, and true to who you are. Each episode dives into: ✅ Raw conversations on entrepreneurship & business strategy ✅ Life lessons from failures, wins, and everything in between ✅ How to find motivation when you feel unmotivated ✅ Personal growth, mindset shifts, and leveling up daily ✅ The role dogs, lifestyle, and passion play in building a better life We’re here to share stories, experiences, and practical tips so you have a better shot at creating the life you want. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or simply need real conversations about motivation, business, and self-improvement — this podcast is for you.

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August 21, 2026Episode 3850 min

Friendship Is a Responsibility | How to Be Someone Others Can Count On

In this episode of Unmotivated , Scott Hunt , Jack Conoly , and Stan the Dog Man from Iron Sharp K9 sit down for a real conversation about something we all have—but few of us intentionally think about: friendship . What does it actually mean to be a friend? Is friendship simply spending time together, talking, and having shared interests? Or does being a true friend require something deeper— trust, loyalty, accountability, sacrifice, consistency, and the willingness to show up when it matters most? The guys break down what they've learned about friendship throughout their lives and explore how relationships evolve as we get older. They discuss not only how to recognize a good friend, but how to become a better friend yourself . They talk about: ✅ What the word "friend" really means ✅ The qualities that create genuine friendships ✅ Why showing up matters more than simply saying you care ✅ How trust and loyalty are built over time ✅ Holding your friends accountable while supporting them ✅ How friendships change as you grow older ✅ Learning from mistakes you've made as a friend ✅ Becoming the kind of friend you want to have This conversation goes beyond finding the right people to surround yourself with. It's about taking responsibility for what you bring to your friendships and understanding that strong relationships require effort from both sides. A great friend isn't just someone who's there for the good times. A great friend is someone who helps you become better while standing beside you through the hard times.

August 20, 2026Episode 3746 min

The Power of Consistency | Friendship, Community & Personal Growth

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with Chance Downs and Eric Schwefel , two familiar faces and longtime patrons of the Whiskey Blendery, for a conversation about friendship, support, consistency, community, and growing together . Through their involvement with Booze & Food , Chance and Eric have become part of a community where showing up isn't just about having a good time—it's about building relationships, supporting the people around you, and creating an environment where everyone has an opportunity to grow. Trev, Chance, and Eric explore what separates casual friendships from long-term friendships built on trust, consistency, and genuine support . They talk about how repeatedly showing up creates connections that become deeper over time and how abundance grows when people stop thinking only about what they can get and start thinking about what they can contribute. They discuss: ✅ What it really means to be supportive of your friends ✅ How consistency creates lifelong friendships ✅ Why showing up matters more than simply saying you care ✅ Building a strong community through shared experiences ✅ How Booze & Food has created opportunities for connection and growth ✅ The role of abundance in friendships and community ✅ Supporting the men who consistently show up and contribute ✅ Why surrounding yourself with growth-minded people matters This episode is ultimately about creating a circle of people who want to see each other win —and understanding that meaningful friendships don't happen overnight. They're built one conversation, one experience, and one moment of showing up at a time. Because when good people consistently show up for each other, friendship becomes community—and community becomes something much bigger than any one person.

August 19, 2026Episode 361 hr 1 min

Breaking Generational Cycles | Preparing for Parenthood & Raising the Next Generation

In this episode of Unmotivated , Jack Conoly , a veteran, sits down with Griselda for a meaningful conversation about parenthood, generational trauma, family patterns, and the responsibility of preparing the next generation for a better future . Becoming a parent isn't just about preparing a nursery, buying baby clothes, or figuring out what comes next. It's also an opportunity to take an honest look at the lessons, behaviors, beliefs, and wounds we inherited—and decide what we want to carry forward and what needs to end with us. Jack and Griselda talk about the importance of self-awareness before parenthood , recognizing generational patterns, and learning how to break unhealthy cycles so they aren't unknowingly passed down to the next generation. They discuss: ✅ What it really means to prepare for parenthood ✅ Recognizing generational trauma and unhealthy family patterns ✅ How childhood experiences can influence parenting ✅ Breaking generational cycles before they reach the next generation ✅ Creating healthier communication within the family ✅ Learning from your parents without repeating their mistakes ✅ Building a stronger foundation for your children ✅ Why personal growth is part of becoming a better parent This conversation is for anyone preparing to become a parent, already raising children, or simply trying to understand how their own upbringing shaped who they became. You can't change the family you were born into. But you can change what your family becomes because of you .

August 18, 2026Episode 3537 min

You’ll Never Know If You Quit | Persistence, Failure & Success

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with PJ and Scott Hunt for a powerful conversation about one of the simplest—and hardest—principles of success: Don't quit before you find out what could have happened. The conversation was inspired by a powerful idea discussed by Seth Rogen on The Diary of a CEO : if you keep going, eventually you'll discover whether something works or doesn't work. But if you quit, you'll never know. That idea opens up a much bigger conversation about persistence, timing, failure, opportunity, and staying in the game long enough for your effort to compound . The guys discuss the example of Ian McKellen , whose career continued reaching new heights later in life, including his iconic role as Magneto in X-Men and his unforgettable performance as Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings . His story is a powerful reminder that success doesn't always arrive on the timeline you expect. Trev, PJ, and Scott explore what happens when you refuse to let age, setbacks, rejection, or slow progress convince you that you're finished. They talk about: ✅ Why quitting too early can prevent you from discovering what's possible ✅ The difference between failure and simply being early ✅ How persistence creates opportunities over time ✅ Why success rarely happens on your preferred timeline ✅ Learning when to adjust versus when to keep pushing ✅ How setbacks can provide information instead of defeat ✅ The importance of staying committed when results aren't immediate ✅ Why your next breakthrough could be closer than you think Whether you're building a business, pursuing a career, chasing a creative dream, or trying to accomplish something you've been working toward for years, this episode is a reminder that you don't always need a new dream—you may simply need to stay committed to the one you already have. Because if you quit, you'll never know. Stay in the game long enough to find out.

August 17, 2026Episode 3443 min

Confidence, Ego & Success | How Much Is Too Much?

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with PJ and Scott Hunt for a deep conversation about one of the most misunderstood forces behind success: confidence . Confidence can push you to take risks, pursue opportunities, lead others, and believe in yourself when nobody else does. But when confidence crosses the line into ego, arrogance, or overconfidence , the same quality that helped you succeed can become the thing holding you back. Trev, PJ, and Scott explore the complicated relationship between self-belief, ego, ambition, and success —and how these traits show up in entrepreneurship, business relationships, leadership, and everyday life. They discuss: ✅ The difference between confidence and arrogance ✅ When ego can actually help you succeed ✅ How overconfidence can sabotage business and relationships ✅ Knowing when self-belief becomes toxic ego ✅ The role confidence plays in taking calculated risks ✅ How successful leaders manage their ego ✅ Why humility and confidence can coexist ✅ Learning when to listen instead of trying to prove yourself Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, leader, or simply working on your own personal growth, this conversation challenges you to take an honest look at how confidence and ego influence your decisions . Because you need enough confidence to believe you can win—but enough self-awareness to recognize when your ego is getting in the way. Confidence can open the door. Ego can slam it shut.

August 14, 2026Episode 3319 min

Show Up for Someone | The Power of Being There When People Need You Most

In this episode of Unmotivated , Marcus Best , aka Better Best Dog , sits down with veteran Jack Conoly for a powerful conversation about something that sounds simple but can mean everything to someone who is struggling: showing up . From close friends and family to complete strangers, we never truly know what someone else is carrying beneath the surface. Especially for men, the pressure to stay strong, keep moving, and bury emotions can make it incredibly difficult to ask for help or even admit that something is wrong. Jemarcus and Jack explore why sometimes you don't need the perfect words or a solution. Sometimes you simply need to be there . A conversation. A handshake. A hug. Sitting beside someone in silence. Small acts of genuine human connection can provide relief during moments when someone feels completely overwhelmed. They talk about: ✅ What it really means to show up for someone ✅ Why many men bury their emotions instead of asking for help ✅ The power of physical and emotional connection ✅ Why a simple hug can sometimes mean more than words ✅ How to recognize when someone may be struggling silently ✅ Supporting friends, family, and even complete strangers ✅ Creating stronger communities through compassion and connection ✅ Why vulnerability doesn't make you weak—it makes you human This episode is a reminder that you don't always have to fix someone's problems to make a difference. Sometimes, being willing to sit beside someone in their hardest moment is enough to remind them that they aren't alone. You never know how much someone needs you to simply show up.

August 13, 2026Episode 3225 min

How to Stay Up When Life Keeps Knocking You Down | Resilience, Strength & Perspective

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with veteran Jack Conoly for a powerful conversation about resilience, adversity, and learning how to stay up when life keeps trying to knock you down . Life doesn't always give you a fair fight. There are seasons when everything seems to happen at once—setbacks, disappointment, loss, failure, broken relationships, unexpected challenges, and moments when simply getting out of bed can feel like a victory. Trev and Jack talk about how they've learned to navigate those moments without allowing adversity to become an excuse to stop moving forward. Drawing from Jack's experiences as a veteran and their shared experiences with life's challenges, they discuss the importance of perspective, discipline, resilience, and having the mindset to keep showing up—even when you don't feel like it. They talk about: ✅ How to stay strong during difficult times ✅ Building resilience when life keeps knocking you down ✅ How to maintain perspective during adversity ✅ Why consistency matters when motivation disappears ✅ Turning setbacks into opportunities for personal growth ✅ How to keep moving forward when you feel stuck ✅ Developing mental toughness through life's challenges ✅ Why getting knocked down doesn't mean you have to stay down If you're going through a difficult season, facing setbacks, or simply need a reminder that you're capable of getting through more than you think, this conversation is for you. You don't have to have everything figured out. Sometimes the goal is simply to stay up, take the next step, and refuse to let a bad chapter become your entire story.

August 12, 2026Episode 3123 min

When You're Hurt | How to Process Pain, Heal & Keep Moving Forward

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with veteran Jack Conoly for a raw conversation about something every person experiences at some point in life: being hurt . Whether the pain comes from a relationship, betrayal, loss, disappointment, family, friendship, business, or simply the circumstances life throws at you, pain has a way of changing how we see ourselves and the people around us. Trev and Jack talk openly about what it means to acknowledge pain instead of burying it , how to cope when you've been deeply hurt, and how to keep moving forward without allowing painful experiences to define who you become. Drawing from their own experiences with adversity, relationships, military service, and personal growth, they explore the difference between simply surviving pain and actually learning from it. They talk about: ✅ How to cope with emotional pain and difficult experiences ✅ Why ignoring pain doesn't make it disappear ✅ Learning to process hurt without becoming bitter ✅ How to rebuild yourself after being deeply hurt ✅ Turning painful experiences into personal growth ✅ Developing resilience when life feels overwhelming ✅ Knowing when it's time to let go and move forward ✅ How forgiveness, boundaries, and self-awareness can support healing If you've ever been hurt by someone you trusted, experienced a painful loss, or found yourself struggling to move past something that happened to you, this conversation offers perspective on how to face that pain instead of allowing it to control your future. You don't get to choose everything that happens to you. But you do get to choose what you do with the pain.

August 11, 2026Episode 3033 min

When Life Screws You Over | Betrayal, Failure & Bouncing Back

In this episode of Unmotivated , Trev sits down with veteran Jack Conoly for a raw conversation about something almost everyone experiences but few people know how to navigate: getting screwed over by people you trusted . Business deals fall apart. Friendships end. Relationships change. People make promises they don't keep. Sometimes the people you thought would have your back are the very ones who leave you dealing with the consequences. Trev and Jack talk openly about experiencing betrayal, disappointment, broken trust, and difficult life lessons —and, more importantly, what you do next. Instead of allowing those experiences to turn into bitterness, they discuss how to process betrayal, learn from it, rebuild your confidence, and become more intentional about who you allow into your life. They talk about: ✅ Getting betrayed in business, friendships, and relationships ✅ How to deal with broken trust and disappointment ✅ Why betrayal can completely change your perspective on people ✅ Learning from mistakes without becoming bitter ✅ How to rebuild after being taken advantage of ✅ Setting better boundaries after difficult experiences ✅ Turning painful experiences into personal growth ✅ How to move forward when someone you trusted lets you down Whether you've been burned in business, betrayed by a friend, hurt in a relationship, or simply experienced one of those moments where life doesn't go according to plan, this conversation is a reminder that what happened to you doesn't have to determine what happens next . Sometimes getting screwed over becomes the lesson that teaches you who you are, what you value, and who deserves a place in your life. You can't control who betrays you. You can control what you become afterward.

August 10, 2026Episode 2931 min

The Truth About Relationships | Marriage, Love, Conflict & Starting Over

In this episode of Unmotivated , Jack Conoly , a veteran, and Scott Hunt sit down for an honest, unfiltered conversation about relationships, marriage, love, conflict, mistakes, and everything in between . Most men don't openly talk about what they've experienced in their relationships. Jack and Scott are willing to go there. From the good moments that make relationships worth fighting for to the difficult conversations, mistakes, disappointments, and painful lessons that can come with marriage and life together, they share their experiences without pretending they have everything figured out. This isn't relationship advice from people sitting on the sidelines. It's a raw conversation about real relationships and the lessons that come from actually living through them —with the hope that their experiences can help other men and women navigate their own relationships with greater perspective, communication, and understanding. They talk about: ✅ The realities of marriage and long-term relationships ✅ Lessons learned from relationship mistakes and difficult seasons ✅ Why communication matters more than most people realize ✅ The good, bad, and ugly sides of relationships ✅ What men often keep to themselves about marriage and love ✅ How past experiences can shape future relationships ✅ Knowing when to fight for a relationship and when to learn from it ✅ How honesty and self-awareness can create healthier relationships Whether you're married, dating, rebuilding after a difficult relationship, or simply trying to understand relationships better, this conversation offers real-world relationship lessons without the sugarcoating . Relationships aren't perfect. People aren't perfect. But sometimes the lessons we learn from the hardest chapters can help someone else write a better one.