The Keep Chasing Podcast

CrossFit veteran Patrick Vellner joins host Brandon Luckett for an unfiltered conversation about the evolution of the sport, the realities of competition, and finding balance between chasing athletic goals and building a meaningful life. From his early days as a competitive gymnast to standing among the sport’s elite, Vellner shares how resilience, delayed gratification, and community have shaped his career. He opens up about the m...

In this episode of Keep Chasing, host Brandon Luckett sits down with CrossFit Games athlete Alex Gazan to unpack the gritty reality behind elite performance. From her small-town roots in Oregon to the big stage in Las Vegas, Alex shares what it takes to rise through the ranks in competitive CrossFit—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

They dive deep into imposter syndrome, burnout, and the high-stakes risk-taking demanded by elit...

In this episode of the Keep Chasing Podcast, financial advisor and entrepreneur Chad Shaw breaks down the real path to financial freedom—built on clarity, discipline, and purpose. Starting his journey during a recession, Chad shares what separates the 1%: preparation, long-term thinking, and an understanding of behavioral finance.

We explore the psychology of investing, the dangers of the get-rich-quick mindset, and why most people ...

In this powerful episode, CrossFit Games athlete Arielle Loewen opens up about her unconventional path to elite competition. From navigating motherhood to reclaiming her competitive identity, Arielle shares how she went from casual competitor to standing on the Games podium — all while prioritizing faith, family, and fierce discipline.

Topics Covered:

• How motherhood reshaped her mindset

• Daily habits that drive elite performance

• Wha...

In this episode of The Keep Chasing Podcast, Brandon sits down with Baton Rouge native and serial entrepreneur Trent Fresina—co-founder of Your Mom’s Restaurant & Bar, LeBlanc & Fresina Builders, and several ventures across food, real estate, and investments.

Before the businesses, Trent was a hustler at heart—flipping dirt bikes, selling candles, and helping raise his younger brother. Wrestling losses taught him grit, and a...

In this episode of The Keep Chasing Podcast, Brandon sits down with retired Navy SEAL William Branum—a man who spent 26 years in the elite ranks of Naval Special Warfare, serving as a sniper instructor, leading undersea operations, and pushing the limits of human resilience.

But William’s most powerful mission began after leaving the battlefield.

We explore his incredible journey from a small-town kid with big dreams, to enduring the...

Episode 2: Ron Dardar — Building in the Dark, Chasing in the Light

In this episode, I sit down with my brother-in-law, business partner, and co-founder of The EMOM Company — Ron Dardar. From humble beginnings to co-creating a movement that’s inspiring athletes and high-performers everywhere, Ron’s story is one of grit, clarity, and relentless pursuit.

We dive deep into his origin story, the values that shaped him, and how he found th...

EP. 1 – From Sleeping in His Car to Top Producer | Byron Ovenstone's Keep Chasing Story

In this powerful first episode of The Keep Chasing Podcast, I sit down with Byron Ovenstone—an immigrant from South Africa whose journey is anything but ordinary. From playing professional cricket at 13 to breaking his back in his early 20s, Byron's path took a dramatic turn. After studying finance in London, sleeping in his car, and working full...