45 on the Hour

In Episode 71 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis sits down with a lifelong friend, Alex Ramirez, for an episode filled with history, brotherhood, and reflection.Colt and Alex dive into their story of growing up together and the profound impact of losing their close friend, Josh, during his service in the military. They share how Josh’s life and sacrifice shaped who they are today, pushing them to live with more purpose, gratitude, and determination.Alex also talks about his professional journey as a lender specializing in Veteran loans with ATHOS Company | Valor Home Finance, where he continues to honor Josh’s legacy by helping veterans and their families achieve stability and financial success through homeownership.This episode is about friendship, loss, service, and carrying forward the lessons of those who are no longer with us. It’s raw, emotional, and full of meaning.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations on life, growth, and legacy.💬 Who’s someone you’ve lost that continues to inspire you today? Share their name and story in the comments.👉 Follow Alex Ramirez:Instagram: @LEXLENDER805Company: ATHOS Company | Valor Home Finance👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

23 Sep 1h 6min

In Episode 70 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis takes on a powerful and deeply personal topic: acceptance.So many of us spend our lives chasing approval—trying to fit in, to be liked, to be validated by people, groups, or even society. But in this episode, Colt flips that narrative, reminding us that the most important acceptance you’ll ever find is the acceptance of yourself.He dives into why we feel the need to conform, the traps of comparison, and the freedom that comes when you stop seeking outside validation and start embracing your authentic self. This conversation is about breaking free from the pressure to fit in and stepping boldly into who you truly are.If you’ve ever felt like you weren’t enough or that you had to prove yourself to others, this episode will hit home—it’s your reminder that you already are enough.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly encouragement and mindset shifts.💬 What’s one way you’ve learned to accept yourself instead of looking for others to do it? Share it in the comments—we’d love to hear.👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast

16 Sep 21min

In Episode 69 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis sits down with Big Clos, a man who’s made it his mission to go where most won’t—into the streets, to the people society turns its back on—to share the hope of Jesus Christ.Big Clos opens up about his background and personal journey, and how God called him to step out in faith and meet people exactly where they are—broken, overlooked, and forgotten. He shares powerful stories of encounters with individuals God led him to, moments where his obedience and faith brought light into some of the darkest corners of the city.This episode is raw, real, and spirit-filled. It’s about living boldly, serving faithfully, and being a vessel for God’s message of hope and redemption in places many are too afraid to go.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more impactful stories of faith, transformation, and purpose.💬 Have you ever had a moment where God put someone in your path to encourage or share with? Share your experience in the comments—we’d love to hear it.👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.#BigClos #StreetMinistry #JesusInTheStreets #FaithAndPurpose #45OnTheHour #Podcast

7 Sep 1h

In Episode 68 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis sits down with JC Wrong to Strong, a man whose life story is nothing short of transformational.Growing up in Chicago, JC was pulled into the streets and the gang lifestyle, a path that eventually led him to prison. But behind bars, he began the difficult process of reflection and rebuilding. Out of that struggle came a new mission: to help others avoid the same pitfalls and to fight for prison reform through mentorship and community work.Today, JC uses his platform, voice, and nonprofit efforts to empower others to break cycles of violence and incarceration, proving that your past doesn’t have to define your future.This episode is a raw and real look into the realities of gang life, the prison system, and the power of redemption and reform.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations on resilience, growth, and transformation.💬 What’s one moment in your life where you decided to change direction? Share it in the comments—we’d love to hear your story.👉 Follow JC Wrong to Strong:Instagram: @WrongToStrongYouTube: Wrong to Strong👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast#JCWrongToStrong #PrisonReform #RedemptionStory #FromTheStreetsToStrength #45OnTheHour #Podcast

25 Aug 51min

In Episode 67 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis welcomes Manny Asadurian, a businessman with a truly remarkable story of rise, fall, and redemption.Manny opens up about his days of high-rolling in Beverly Hills, living fast and chasing success, before losing it all and hitting rock bottom. But his story didn’t end there. Through that pain and loss, Manny found something far greater—faith in Christ. His journey of surrender and transformation not only reshaped his life but also inspired him to become an author, sharing his story to help others find hope in their darkest moments.This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, there is always a way back—and often, that path leads to something more meaningful than you could have imagined.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real stories of redemption, growth, and purpose.💬 What’s one moment in your life where loss turned into transformation? Share in the comments—we want to hear your story.👉 Follow Manny Asadurian:Instagram: @MannyAsadurianCheck out his book: [Link Coming Soon]👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast

18 Aug 1h 11min

In Episode 66 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis goes solo and gets real about a topic most people avoid: weaknesses.We all have them, whether it's fear, insecurity, lack of discipline, or past trauma—but what if your weakness was actually the key to your growth? In this episode, Colt dives deep into how to identify, confront, and work with your weaknesses, not against them.He shares personal insights and mindset shifts that reveal the power in vulnerability, the freedom that comes with self-awareness, and how leaning into what you struggle with can be the exact thing that leads you to the next level.If you're tired of hiding your flaws and ready to transform your weaknesses into your greatest strengths, this one’s for you.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more truth-filled episodes that challenge, inspire, and elevate.💬 What’s a weakness you’ve turned into a strength? Share your story in the comments.👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.#StrengthThroughWeakness #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #VulnerabilityIsPower #45OnTheHour #Podcast

4 Aug 30min

In Episode 65 of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis sits down with Chapel West—a Nutrition and Fitness Coach who specializes in helping men over 40 lose 30 pounds in just 90 days. But Chapel’s impact goes far beyond meal plans and macros.Certified in yoga and driven by experience, Chapel shares his incredible journey of overcoming addiction, rebuilding his life, and finding purpose through movement, mindfulness, and travel. After choosing to walk away from his past, he began exploring the world, using fitness and self-discovery as tools to create lasting transformation—not only for himself, but for the men he coaches every day.This episode is about healing, discipline, and the freedom that comes when you commit to becoming the best version of yourself, no matter your age or your past.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more raw and powerful conversations about growth, healing, and lifestyle transformation.💬 Are you a man over 40 looking to make a change? What’s holding you back? Drop your story in the comments.👉 Follow Chapel:Instagram: @ChapelWestfit👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.#ChapelWest #MenOver40 #FitnessJourney #AddictionRecovery #YogaLife #MindBodyTransformation #45OnTheHour #Podcast

2 Aug 47min

In Episode 64 of 45 on the Hour, Byron Sells returns for Round 2, sitting down with Colt Curtis for a heartfelt and uplifting conversation on one of the most underrated tools for growth: encouragement.As a fitness coach and mindset mentor, Byron knows that transformation isn’t just about discipline and grind—it’s about being surrounded by the right voices, and more importantly, being one of those voices for others.Colt and Byron dive deep into how encouragement shapes confidence, fuels momentum, and creates space for real personal development—whether in the gym, in relationships, or in life. They unpack what it means to speak life into others and how just one word of support can be the spark someone needs to keep going.If you’ve been feeling stuck, unseen, or like you’re carrying the weight alone—this episode is your reminder: You’re not meant to do it alone, and your words have power.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations about growth, mindset, and purpose.💬 Tag someone who’s encouraged you lately—or someone who needs a word of encouragement right now.👉 Follow Byron:Instagram: @ByronSellsfit👉 Follow the Show:Instagram: @45ontheHourFacebook: 45 on the Hour Podcast🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.#ByronSells #EncouragementMatters #SpeakLife #GrowthMindset #45OnTheHour #Podcast

26 Jul 59min