Equal Matters

Todd Anderson embodies a walk-on mentality. Meaning he believes in putting in the effort to earn your spot.

On the Earn It All podcast, Todd talks about how he developed his mentality during high school football. Lessons he carried with him to earn a walk-on spot at Michigan State University. Then into the NFL.

After leaving the NFL, Todd struggled to find purpose. Eventually finding it in helping others perform at their hig...

Politics is an interesting business.

One major challenge in Arizona is lack of affordable housing. In many ways, housing costs are amplified by government regulations.

Something Arizona State Representative Analise Ortiz worked hard to remove with the Arizona Starter Homes Act.

An act fellow Democrat Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed. Hobbs cited military and first responder criticism as the main reason.

Rep. Ortiz explains why ...

New York City. A magical place.

In this episode, join host Rob Hunter and his friend Rob Coppola (retired NYPD) on a journey through America's most populated city.

You'll meet Peanut and Josh. Two New Yorkers who explain what life is really like there. You'll also hear from Dan. He's a tour guide that offers an inside view of the mafia in Little Italy.

You'll hear a protest, learn about New York City's food, and how Times S...

What is a community?

Today, on Equal Matters we explore the term. In this case, Equal Matters visits a political election rally.

Arizona Rep. Analise Ortiz and Arizona State Senator Anna Hernandez represent one of the lowest income areas of the state.

It's a community not often visited by media. We wanted to discuss the issues most impactful for them and learn more about the community.

You'll hear about those issues and wh...

Independent Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema will not seek re-election. This throws the entire Senate into play.

Sinema not only was a centrist, but prevented Democrats from removing the Senate filibuster.

In her announcement, Sinema warns politics is becoming more extreme.

On Equal Matters, we discuss what this means and what we can do if we are dissatisfied with our current political system.

Join in. Rate, review, and subscr...

Recorded live at DisneyLand California. 

Here's what you'll get in this episode:

• Amy Yackowski aka Mrs. Hunter (on how to build effective teams)
• How to change your mind & the benefits of doing so
• How Disney’s teams work well together in big pressure situations
• 6-year old Connor’s review of his favorite ride
• A live review of Disney’s boldest ride: Rise of the Resistance
• A changing of the mind
• What it is possible to achieve
• M...

This is not a review of Andre 3000's new album, New Blue Sun. This is a review of Andre 3000's journey through life.

And what his journey teaches us about trying something new.

Trying something new causes change.

Change is hard.

Change rubs people the wrong way. But, change broadens your perspective.

Andre 3000 has undergone many changes. He is one of rap's greats. Yet, his latest project is a flute album with no word...

Pay attention to social media and you'll hear influencers define success one way. Money.

No doubt, earning money is wonderful. Money affords you not just security, but freedom as well.

But, it's not the only way to be successful. My wife, Mrs. Hunter, joins us today to discuss how our definitions of success have evolved over the years.

Success, ultimately, is an individual pursuit and therefore should only be defined by yo...

I'm fortunate to have chased my dreams. The pursuit isn't all sunshine and roses. Oh no, there's clouds and thorns. Because the chase comes many lesson to learn.

Today, six major mistakes I've made. Personal ones. Ones that impacted how I viewed myself, my relationships with loved ones, and just flat out dumb decisions.

I share them in hopes you can learn from them.

A career spent chasing the dream is amazing, but it also...

Hi, I'm Rob Hunter. For 23-years I pursued the dream of becoming a radio talk show host. I achieved that dream. And have just changed careers at the age of 45.

Today, lessons in what I've learned.

Going for it comes with sacrifice, but brings rewards. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. However, when you look back you can appreciate doing whatever it took.

Here are 8 I have learned along the way. If you are going for it, ...

For 23 years I've pursued a career as a radio talk show host. It was my dream. A dream that I have now fulfilled.

For the past three and a half years, my big brother Mike Russell and I took Russell & Hunter to #1 in the ratings.

I'm ready to have a different conversation. Still about freedom. Now, personal freedom.

My journey has been filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. All taught me important lessons about my...

If you've ever wondered what it was like to be in a touring band, you're about to find out.

Before and after a live performance in Mesa, Arizona, The Color 8 let's us into their world. You'll learn about how they operate as a band. You will also hear clips from this performance.

The Color 8 is unlike any other band you've heard. They shred, rap, sing, groove, and sax.

Jerm, Wisco 3, Kal the Guitar Hero, & Ashton Vaughn ...

Change happens. One of the best tools to manage change is called the dichotomy of control.

Here's how I learned this lesson the hard way.

2007 was a pivotal year for me. A year of massive change. I moved to Phoenix and adapted to working on the Darrell Ankarlo Show. Darrell was an incredible radio host. For me, this was taking a professional step backwards that really was a big step forward both personally and professionall...

Traveling is one of life's most rewarding experiences. Traveling together is even better.

Charlie Crull is the Vice President of Group Operations with Cruise & Tour. They put together unique tours that you can't get anywhere else.

With Charlie we talk about some travel adventures we've had. I've been to 14 countries. He's been to all 7 continents.

And he's put together a tour of Ireland for us next summer. You'll also g...

Equal Matters explores realism, depth, & knowledge.

Decisions create patterns. Decisions lead to results. Looking at those results truthfully is what allows you to change for the better.

Almost all Americans agree, we'd like to change for the better. But, how?

Change requires honesty, effort, and tools.

Today, we discuss how to change. Specifically, which tools I used to overcome depression (without drugs).

These are ...

Decisions determine direction.

Prior to 9/11/01 there were key decisions made by US Presidents.

To fund the Afghan resistance against a Russian invasion, to launch a war against Iraq in '91, to not kill Osama bin Laden in 1998.

All tough decisions. Decisions that continue to ripple through time with consequences.

Decisions worth examining. On Equal Matters, host Rob Hunter, takes a view from above at the consequential de...

Sleep is critically important.

For most of my life, I didn't think this was true. So I always overextended myself. Until a schedule change brought a blessing of more sleep.

Not just more sleep, better sleep.

Dr. Steve Hruby focuses on overall health which ties into sleep. Today, he shares what your body and mind do when you sleep, why focusing on sleep gives you an advantage , and how to start sleeping better.

Dr. Steve is...

Congressman David Schweikert knows the math always wins. Trillions of dollars are spent every year on health care.

70% is paid for by you, as a taxpayer.

The math says this isn't sustainable. Congressman Schweikert will present what challenges the math presents.

And what can be done about it to crash the price of healthcare. The Congressman will also talk about the barriers to innovation (like laws).

Most media outlets or ...

Hurricane Katrina happened 18-years ago.

I was there in New Orleans. Working for a radio station my team (and our partners) stayed behind to work.

The hurricane eventually crippled our ability to broadcast, leaving us in silence. Life changed quickly for us after that storm.

Three lessons I've learned.

1)No one is coming to save you

2)Be Adaptable

3)Make The Most Of It

Join in for some lessons and a few stories from...