From Caving In To Crushing It

From Caving In To Crushing It

Hello and welcome to From Caving In To Crushing It Podcast. I’m Drew Deraney. I'm passionate about helping men overcome adversity. I've been through a lot. I’ve got the uncanny knack of encountering multiple top life stressors simultaneously. If you want to find out more about me, my story and what my work is about, go to ProfitCompassion.com. Come along to one of our Open House calls and see what our Men Supporting Men Collaboration Tribe is all about. In this podcast, I interview men who’ve been through so much in their lives and have come through stronger. They share their story about how they have overcome adversity and learned to know their worth and stand their ground. So, relax, breathe, and welcome to the show. Enjoy.

Episodes

July 7, 2025 29 mins

This episode: From Japan to Joy: How Andrew Darlow Turned Life’s Detours Into Purpose and Photography.

 

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Introduction and Background of Guest Andrew Darlow (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Sajjad Hussein for introducin...
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Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Dr. Barnsley Brown for the introduction to guest, Erin Edgar.
  • Drew discusses the linear approach to life and how ext...
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This episode: From IT to Inner Truth: Joey Natale’s Journey to Coaching, Confidence, and Calling.

 

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This episode: Turning Pain into Purpose: Nate Wilde’s Leap from Frustrated Employee to Global Connector.

 

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This episode: Trusting Her Gut: How Kristan Weisdack Turned Motherhood, Neurodivergence, and Adversity into Empowered Action.

 

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This episode: From Caregiver Crisis to Conscious Creator: Steve August on ADHD, Adversity, and Awakening Purpose.

 

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Steve August's Introduction and Initial Thoughts (0:02)

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This episode:  From Empty Success to Empowered Self: Rudi Riekstins on Worth, Growth, and Living Fully Aligned.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Interview (0:03)

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This episode: Reclaiming Her Voice: Tina Huggins on Overcoming Abuse and Redefining Relationships.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney introduces Guest Tina Huggins and thanks Frank Agin...
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This episode:  From Breakdown to Breakthrough: How (F)unemployment, Forgiveness, and Creativity Sparked a New Life.

 

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Reconnecting and Reflecting on Past Experiences (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney reminisces about their pas...
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This episode: From Ashes to Assets: How One Man Turned Tragedy Into Financial Freedom and Purpose. 

 

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Jason Nightingale's Introduction and Life Philosophy (0:13)

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This episode: Bigger Problems, Bigger Purpose: How Josh Tapp Learned to Lead Through Service.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Show (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Todd Aaron for introducing him to Guest Josh Tapp an...
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This episode: Beyond the Bullet: Edith Nwosu’s Mindset for Reclaiming Life and Purpose.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:13)

  • Host Drew Deraney welcomes Edith and thanks Melissa Van Oss for the introduction...
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This episode:  The Power of Radical Self-Awareness: A Father’s Mission to Revolutionize Autism Care.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Show (0:00)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Karen Shaw and Priscilla Ledo for introducing...
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This episode:  The Power of Mind Shifting: Mitch Weisburgh’s Blueprint for Growth and Resilience.

 

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Introduction and Initial Greetings (0:03)

  • Host Drew Deraney pleasure in seeing Guest Mitch Weisburgh and thanks him f...
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This episode:  From Boardroom to Purpose: Mitch Levinson’s Journey of Entrepreneurship, Adversity, and Advocacy for Special Needs Families.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:15)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Ada...
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This episode:  From Trauma to Triumph: Lafaya Mitchell on Breaking Cycles, Raising Neurodiverse Kids, and The Lafayette Way.

 

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Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:13)

  • Host Drew Deraney expresses happiness about...
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Introduction and Purpose of the Meeting (0:15)

  • Host Drew Deraney greets Alex Abraham and expresses pleasure in seeing him.
  • Alex thanks Drew for having him and expresses excitement about th...
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Introduction and Purpose of the Show (0:08)

  • Host Drew Deraney thanks Barry Cohen for introducing Aimee to him and sets the stage for a discussion about life lessons and personal growth.
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This episode: I was still carrying this grudge towards this coach. This is stupid. He's not affecting my life. He doesn't even care. Which is like when they say it's like swallowing poison and hoping it will help hurt the other person. I went to a college in Ohio that didn’t have football and then I switched colleges with my girlfriend. Ironically, we broke...

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This episode: I learned that at a very young age that I was very passionate about emotional health, especially with kids. You characterize yourself as an unhappy child, or you think that was the case because you were told you were, and I also I think I was not the person I am now. I mean, I think I am the opposite. I was not comfortable in social situations...

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