The MCP Project with Marisa Padilla23 Jul 2025

Lions, Leadership & Living with Purpose — with Sean Whalen

What happens when you’ve checked all the boxes—success, money, family—and still feel completely lost?

In this powerful episode of The MCP Project, Marissa Padilla sits down with Lions Not Sheep founder Sean Whalen for an unfiltered conversation on building from rock bottom, redefining masculinity, and the raw truth about purpose, discipline, and walking with God.

From personal rock bottoms to six-pack discipline and business leadership, Sean opens up about the midlife crisis that sparked his brand’s creation, the truth behind what makes a man unshakable, and why authenticity beats image every time. He shares how 75 Hard rewired his mental blueprint, why being "selfish" is the key to being truly selfless, and how fatherhood, faith, and failure have shaped his mission.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt the grind wear you down, or wondered how to rise with fire again—this conversation will speak directly to you.

Topics include:

How Lions Not Sheep was born from a broken place
Why most men are silently drowning while pretending to thrive
Fatherhood, fitness, and fierce discipline
The hidden cost of ignoring your calling
The power of living blissfully dissatisfied

00:00 – Technical Difficulties and Introductions

00:18 – Welcoming the Guest: Sean Whalen

01:40 – Introduction to The MCP Project

03:11 – Sean Whalen's Journey: From Darkness to Lions Not Sheep

04:58 – The Philosophy Behind Lions Not Sheep

06:54 – The Quest for More: Success and Fulfillment

11:59 – The Role of God in Sean's Life

17:00 – The Importance of Self-Care

17:39 – The Airplane Analogy: Self-Care First

18:57 – Leading by Example: Family and Fitness

21:21 – Fitness and Business: A Personal Brand

27:08 – The 75 Hard Program: Mental Toughness

32:15 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Denne episoden er hentet fra en åpen RSS-feed og er ikke publisert av Podme. Den kan derfor inneholde annonser.

Episoder(14)

Faith, Wellness, and Wealth: Abby McMaster’s Purpose-Driven Journey

Meet Abby McMaster, better known online as Kindly_Abby- a dynamic faith-led wellness advocate, former advocate care specialist, top-tier sales leader, and thriving social media influencer. Married and...

29 Jul 202546min

Suck Less: The Unfiltered Truth About Goals, Growth & 75 Hard

What happens when your guest cancels and your co-hosts go completely off-script? You get one of the most raw, hilarious, and unexpectedly powerful episodes of The MCP Project yet.Marisa Padilla is joi...

15 Jul 202528min

From Super Bowl Champion to Soul Coach: The Rise, Fall & Purpose of Setema Gali

In this unforgettable episode of The MCP Project, Marissa sits down with Setema Gali—former NFL Super Bowl champion turned elite performance coach—for one of the most powerful and transparent conversa...

8 Jul 202555min

How to Build a Life of Purpose, Wealth & Global Freedom — with Ali the Alchemist

What does it really take to create a life of true success—not just in your bank account, but in your health, relationships, mindset, and legacy?In this powerful and inspiring episode of The MCP Projec...

2 Jul 202552min

From Intern to Industry Force — The Story of Producer WIGNZ

What happens when a trailer-park kid with a camcorder, relentless hustle, and a little weed-fueled ambition dares to chase greatness?In this episode, host Marisa Padilla flips the mic on her own produ...

24 Jun 202555min

91 Years of Wisdom with Grandma Karen

In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of The MCP Project, Marissa sits down with her 91-year-old grandmother, Karen, for an unforgettable conversation spanning nearly a century of life. From perf...

18 Jun 202533min

How Scott Messick Built The Shows That Built A Generation

Marisa Padilla sits down with Scott Messick — a visionary executive producer known for shaping family-friendly, purpose-driven content at BYUtv, and previously at ESPN and Fox Sports. Scott opens up a...

10 Jun 20251h 9min