Be There
Be There: A podcast for men and women—founders, executives, high-performers, and entrepreneurs—navigating the gap between who they are and who they’re meant to become. In late 2020, two words saved host Alan Underwood’s life: Be There. Since then, he’s made it his mission to mentor men and women—founders, executives, entrepreneurs, and other high-performers—as they navigate the moments that matter most in life. The difficult and exciting moments that shape their life, test their resolve, refine their character, and become the legacy they leave behind. With 20+ years of success and scar tissue, Alan works at the intersection of entrepreneurial strategy and psychological depth. This is where you learn to BE THERE when it matters most.
Episodes
JoBen Barkey grew up in the Amazon rainforest and arrived in North America at eighteen with fifteen dollars and a borrowed pair of shoes. What followed is hard to believe: a six-location business, a kidney given to a dying stranger, and schools, wells, and an underground ambulance built in a West African war zone — all while surviving homelessness and a COVID collapse. This is part one: the cost, the calling, and the people w...
Mkristo Bruce made it to the NFL — and still found himself broke on the side of the road, walking home to a son who was hungry. In this episode, he takes us into the night that became his compass, and the vow that built everything after it: a thriving business, a cockpit of his own, and a son now in flight school. Will, grit, desire, love — made real, scene by scene.
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Mkristo “MK” Bruce was an...
Trevor McGregor had it all on the line — his savings, his retirement, even the second mortgage his parents took out on their family home. Then the business imploded, and he lost everything. In this episode, Trevor takes Alan inside rock bottom, the friend who told him “the inside of the jar can’t read the outside of the label,” the coach whose single question rebuilt his life, and the road from the edge of f...
At twenty-three, Jason Cheperdak was driving a forklift overnight at Walmart, a year into marriage and a few months removed from life as a national-medalist athlete. He couldn’t see the way out. So he stopped waiting for a door to open and started finding the next handle. This is the story of ninety-nine slammed doors, a first million at thirty, and the two questions that rebuilt a life.
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Jason Cheperdak is the...
Kylee Leota spent years inside an abusive marriage telling herself it wasn't that bad. Then a police officer sat across from her and said one word. Enough. The first time in years she had been seen accurately. In this conversation: the cost of self-deception, the moment of being seen, and how to stop being the character in someone else's story long enough to pick up the pen yourself.
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Kylee Leota is the founder of El...
At twenty-nine, with four kids, a mortgage, and everything on the line, Alan sat on a boat at Lake Powell while his father asked him one question. It didn’t tell him what to do. It changed who he decided to become. In this solo episode, Alan reframes how you make decisions, from weighing options to deciding as your future self, and leaves you with a simple practice to start today.
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For twelve years, Mike Tenney carried other people's worst days as a law enforcement officer. Then his own arrived — first in a patrol car with a gun to his head, then three years later in a closet with a plan to end his life. In this conversation, Mike shares the voice that stopped him, the wife who took the wrong exit, and the long walk back to the man he was always meant to be.
About the Guest
Mike Tenney is a former law e...
Two people can face the same loss and walk away with completely different lives. The variable was never the circumstance. It's the innerstance. In this solo episode, Alan tells the story of the 17 minutes between learning his mentor Jim Hesseman had passed and sitting down to coach a couple who were counting on him — and the two reframes that turned him from a man owned by grief into one who could choose his way through it.
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Dan Brault had built a real estate empire and watched it collapse — $800,000 gone in a single quarter. Then his wife ended their marriage by email, took the kids across state lines, and refused the one thing he asked for: a conversation. In this episode, Dan tells the story he's rarely told publicly — and names the one thing that actually heals when time alone can't. A masterclass in flow, presence, and the conversation...
Sara Blakely heard the word "no" for seven years. She failed the LSAT twice and sold fax machines door to door before she built Spanx into a billion-dollar company. The difference wasn't talent or luck. It was a question her father asked at the dinner table every week, and one decision she made about what failure meant. In this episode, Alan unpacks how to catch, challenge, and change the story that's keeping you stuck.
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Gina Mure was six the first time doctors brought her back to life. Her grandmother died of the same heart condition. Her mother lived through it. Gina is the only one of three generations to survive past 55. After every one of her 13 pacemaker surgeries, she asks the same question: "Why am I still here?" In this episode, what 50 years of asking that question has taught her about burden, music, and showing up for someone else's grie...
When Lizzie was three, she walked into the kitchen in a red cape and a blue superhero mask and declared, “I am a great super girl.” Ten years later, she stopped believing it. In this episode, Alan unpacks why intentional identity is the most underrated leverage point in any high performer’s life — what neuroscience now confirms, what Ali, McGregor, and Schwarzenegger all proved, and the five-minute morning p...
When Michael Dill's phone rang at 11:30 PM, his world broke open. His brother had taken his life. Six months later, his client list had collapsed from seven to one, his bank account was shrinking, and the coach who built his business on helping others could no longer help himself.
In this episode of the Be There Podcast, Coach Michael Dill — Amazon bestselling author of Knock It Out of the Park Leadership, ActionCOACH franchi...
Five years ago, Alan Underwood sat in a truck with a handgun, ready to end his life. In that moment, two words flashed into his mind that changed everything: Be there.
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From overcoming personal tragedies to finding her passion in leadership consulting, Linda Herzog's journey is a testament to resilience, gratitude, and helping others. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with practical insights and stories from her impactful career in the aviation industry. Listen now to discover her unique approach to life and leadership!
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If you're wondering what it takes to soar in the skies, this episode is for you! We chat with Brandon Martini, an experienced pilot and co-founder of Stratus Financial, about his journey into aviation and his passion for flight training. Discover his memorable flying experiences, charitable efforts, and the vibrant community within general aviation by hitting that play button!
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Ignite your passion as you listen to Anthony Mirabile share his journey from a career in the Air Force to becoming a successful real estate investor and aspiring business owner. Discover how he navigates the challenges of entrepreneurship while maintaining a strong focus on family and community. This conversation is packed with actionable insights and motivational lessons, so tune in!
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In this episode, Dean "GOGS" Valentini takes us on his journey from accidental career choices to intentional financial freedom. Learn how his disciplined mindset and resilience have guided him through numerous challenges, and gain insights on how you can achieve financial freedom and success in your own career.
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- What is the role of a flight test engineer in the US Air For...
David Boggs shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful airline pilot, discussing financial hardships, military service, and personal struggles. He highlights the transformative power of perseverance and faith, revealing how he found purpose and continues to inspire others through charitable flying and meaningful connections. Dive in!
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Ready to transform your retirement into an exciting new chapter? If so, listen to Bette Gardner as she shares her transition from a high-paced professional life to a fulfilling period focused on family, hobbies, and volunteerism. Discover how to find joy, purpose, and adventure by tuning into this conversation.
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