Everybody talks about your WHY. Mick Hunt goes deeper. Mick Unplugged is the leadership and personal growth podcast built on one idea: your BECAUSE is the purpose underneath your purpose, and it is the most powerful force you own. Hosted by Mick Hunt, USA Today bestselling author and the voice of Modern Leadership, every episode sits across from a high performer, founder, athlete, or culture-shaper and asks the one question they cannot fake an answer to. What is your BECAUSE? Past guests include Shark Tank stars Daymond John and Kevin O'Leary, entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, motivational legend Les Brown, Chef Robert Irvine, comedians Rickey Smiley and Earthquake, NFL Hall of Famer Jared Allen, hospitality mogul David Grutman, and World Series champion Jeremy Guthrie. No scripts. No surface-level fluff. Just the real fire behind why they refused to quit. If you are a leader, an entrepreneur, or someone who is done coasting on motivational quotes, this is your show. You will walk away every week with mindset shifts, leadership strategy, and the kind of straight talk that actually moves you forward. New episodes drop weekly. Follow Mick Unplugged on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you never miss one. Your BECAUSE is your Superpower. Go Unleash It.

PodSkip has analyzed 23 episodes of Mick Unplugged, averaging 2.8 ads per episode (7% of runtime).

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Adam Zeitsiff: Building Stronger Kids and Better Leaders
Oct 15, 2026
What happens when business experience becomes the foundation for a more personal mission? Adam Zeitsiff joins Mick Hunt to discuss youth fitness, purpose, and the leadership lessons behind building…
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Mookie G: Behind the Laughter, Finding Purpose and Being Yourself
Oct 12, 2026
What does it take to stand in front of a room and make people laugh—even when the room goes quiet? Comedian Mookie G joins Mick for a candid, funny conversation about the work behind the punchline…
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D.L. Hughley on Charlie's Boy and the Conversation He Never Had
Oct 08, 2026
D.L. Hughley wanted one more conversation with his father. He put it into Charlie's Boy. In this episode of Mick Unplugged, D.L. joins me to talk about his new memoir, the man who raised him and the…
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Dixon Dedman: The Man Behind The Bottle
Oct 05, 2026
What makes a bottle worth remembering? For Dixon Dedman, the answer starts with the people who share it. The master blender behind 2XO joins Mick Hunt for a conversation about bourbon, hospitality…
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Derek Gaunt: Fight Less, Win More Through Tactical Empathy
Oct 01, 2026
Your next difficult conversation may not need a stronger argument. It may need a better question. In this episode of Mick Unplugged, Mick sits down with his coach, Derek Gaunt, for a personal…
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David Pollack: Standards Over Feelings | Re-release
Sep 28, 2026
This Monday on Mick Unplugged, we’re revisiting Mick Hunt’s conversation with David Pollack about standards, faith, leadership, and the work behind personal growth. David shares how mentorship and…
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Ms. Pat: The American Dream Money Can't Buy
Sep 24, 2026
What happens when you get the house, the car and the things you thought would make you happy, then realize your real dream was already at home? Ms. Pat joins Mick Hunt for a funny, candid…
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Jesse Cole: Normal Gets Normal Results | The Fans First Playbook
Sep 21, 2026
Normal gets normal results. What would happen if you stopped copying your industry and started creating an experience people could not stop talking about? In this Mick Unplugged re-release, Mick…
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Justin Brown: I Do Not Have Followers, I Have My People
Sep 17, 2026
In this episode of Mick Unplugged, Justin, The Real Food Stalker, sits down with Mick Hunt and unpacks the unglamorous work behind a following that grew without a single negative review. He started…
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Gary Vee: The Inconvenient Truth About Winning in the Interest Media Era
Sep 14, 2026
What if the problem is not your content, your reach, or the algorithm? What if the real problem is that you are trying to be social instead of becoming unmistakably yourself? In this Mick Unplugged…
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Darryl Strawberry: Another Life
Sep 10, 2026
Darryl Strawberry's story is bigger than baseball. In this deeply personal episode of Mick Unplugged, Darryl opens up about the mother who raised five children alone, the pain of an absent and…
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Daymond John: Why the Best Deals Are the Ones You Walk Away From
Sep 07, 2026
The most powerful move in business is not always saying yes. Sometimes it is knowing when to walk away. Daymond John joins Mick Hunt for a candid conversation about the decisions that shape a…
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Kier Gaines: Why Healing Starts With the Truth You Keep Avoiding
Sep 03, 2026
Mick sits down with licensed therapist, mental health advocate and author Kier Gaines for a direct conversation about emotional honesty, uncomfortable truths and the courage to begin. Kier explains…
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Faith Over Fear: Governor Wes Moore on Service, Patriotism & Moral Leadership
Aug 27, 2026
Discussion about service, patriotism, faith, leadership, technology, and the responsibility to leave no one behind. Governor Moore explains why "service saved me," beginning with the mentors…
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Giada DeLaurentiis: The Secret Ingredient is Joy
Aug 20, 2026
What if one of the most important ingredients in a healthy life isn’t actually on your plate? In this episode of Mick Unplugged, Mick Hunt sits down with Emmy Award-winning chef, bestselling…
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You're Not Burned Out - You're Bored Out: Mitch Matthews on Reigniting Your Fire
Aug 13, 2026
What if the exhaustion you feel isn’t burnout at all? Success coach, keynote speaker, and Dream Think Do host Mitch Matthews joins Mick Hunt for a conversation about purpose, clarity, action, and…
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Confidence Comes Last: Nick Koumalatsos on Leadership, Purpose & 8-Figure Brands
Aug 06, 2026
What happens when the uniform comes off but the mission is far from over? In this episode of Mick Unplugged, Mick Hunt sits down with Marine Raider veteran, entrepreneur, author, and leadership…
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Called to Act: André Holland on Purpose, Community, and Creating Room for Others
Jul 30, 2026
André Holland has built an acclaimed career through performances in Moonlight, Selma, The Knick, High Flying Bird, and more—but his deepest calling reaches far beyond the screen. In this conversation…
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Unfiltered Truth: Comedy's Power with Leslie Jones
Jul 23, 2026
Don't apologize for who you are... because you were made that way for a reason. Comedian Leslie Jones, renowned for her groundbreaking work on Saturday Night Live, shares how embracing her authentic…
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Why Not Swing Big: Unlocking Your Undeniable Potential with Kwame Christian
Jul 16, 2026
Because the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Mick Hunt welcomes Kwame Christian, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, who reveals how to approach difficult…
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Greatness Isn’t Accidental: Intentional Living with Sanya Richards-Ross
Jul 09, 2026
FIRE LINE: "Being great was not just going to happen because I was extremely talented." Sanya Richards-Ross, an Olympic Gold medalist and track and field icon, shares her leadership insights on…
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Unleash Your Power: Integrating Life & Work with Tim Rexius
Jul 02, 2026
I wouldn't have the skillset I needed had any of that happened, and I would have squandered it. In this Mick Unplugged episode, entrepreneur Tim Rexius, CEO of Rexius Nutrition, reveals how his…
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Rewire Your Brain: Subconscious Blocks Removed by Brandon Epstein
Jun 25, 2026
To lead others, you must first master yourself, that's the ultimate success code. High-performance coach Brandon Epstein, author of "The Success Code," helps professionals unlock their peak…
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Block the BS: Mastering Peace and Purpose with Wallo267
Jun 18, 2026
Winning ain't for everybody because people aren't willing to put in the work and discipline. Mick Hunt welcomes entrepreneur and content creator Wallo267 (Wallace Peeples) to discuss self-mastery…
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No One’s Healed: The Truth About Purpose from Jess Hilarious
Jun 11, 2026
FIRE LINE: You're never going to be fully healed from everything, but a work in progress is what you want. Jess Hilarious, the dynamic stand-up comedian and co-host of The Breakfast Club, shares her…
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Fearless Leadership: Gridiron to Greatness with Jared Allen
Jun 04, 2026
Leadership isn’t about being the loudest; it’s about inspiring commitment through genuine connection and relentless effort. Learn leadership from NFL Hall of Famer, Jared Allen, as he shares…
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How to Take it Personal and Win in Business with David Grutman
May 28, 2026
My wife and family are special, and I want the world to see how special they are. Entrepreneur David Grutman, co-owner of Groot Hospitality, shares how to build a lasting legacy and why nurturing…
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Service Above Self: A Memorial Day Tribute to the Heroes Who Defended Our Freedom
May 25, 2026
You don't rise to the occasion, you rise or fall to your level of preparation. This Memorial Day episode features reflections from figures like Chef Robert Irvine and Michelle Mace-Curren on…
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Stop Being Forgettable: The Secret to Lasting Impact with Jefrë
May 21, 2026
The story will keep you there. This Mick Unplugged episode features JEFRË, a Public Artist and Creative Director. He explores how pivotal life experiences and a singular vision shaped his career…
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Stop Following Your Parents' Money Rules with Haley Sacks
May 14, 2026
Haley Sacks — better known as Mrs. Dow Jones — is the financial educator helping millions of people stop being weird about money and start building real wealth. Named Creator of the Year by Adweek…
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