Mick Unplugged
Hosted by Mick Hunt
About this Show
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.
Latest Episodes
Daymond John: Why the Best Deals Are the Ones You Walk Away From
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 business and a life. The FUBU founder and Shark Tank investor explains why his deeper purpose is “becaus...
Kier Gaines: Why Healing Starts With the Truth You Keep Avoiding
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 why saying "you hurt my feelings" can be an act of strength, especially for men who have been cond...
Faith Over Fear: Governor Wes Moore on Service, Patriotism & Moral Leadership
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, teachers, coaches, ministers, aunties, and uncles who saw his potential before he could see it himself. ...
Giada DeLaurentiis: The Secret Ingredient is Joy
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 author, restaurateur, and Giadzy founder Giada De Laurentiis for a joyful conversation about food, fami...
You're Not Burned Out - You're Bored Out: Mitch Matthews on Reigniting Your Fire
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 the hidden problem affecting many high achievers: being “bored out.” Mitch shares how a bad-fit cor...
Confidence Comes Last: Nick Koumalatsos on Leadership, Purpose & 8-Figure Brands
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 strategist Nicholas Koumalatsos for a direct conversation about purpose, identity, leadership, confide...
Called to Act: André Holland on Purpose, Community, and Creating Room for Others
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 with Mick Hunt, André shares how his parents and his Bessemer, Alabama community taught him to mo...
Unfiltered Truth: Comedy's Power with Leslie Jones
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 self propelled her career. This episode delivers valuable insights on personal branding and navig...
Why Not Swing Big: Unlocking Your Undeniable Potential with Kwame Christian
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 conversations to change your business and life. This episode will equip you with a new negotiatio...
Greatness Isn’t Accidental: Intentional Living with Sanya Richards-Ross
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 intentionality, the 400-meter race strategy, and her impactful work with mothers. This episode will eq...
Unleash Your Power: Integrating Life & Work with Tim Rexius
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 "DAD" philosophy drives successful business growth. Tim promises to share crucial lessons on leadershi...
Rewire Your Brain: Subconscious Blocks Removed by Brandon Epstein
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 performance. This episode reveals how to rewire your identity for sustained success. WHAT YOU'LL LE...
Block the BS: Mastering Peace and Purpose with Wallo267
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, strategic decision-making, and why peace of mind should be your ultimate goal. This episode challen...
No One’s Healed: The Truth About Purpose from Jess Hilarious
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 journey of parenting, purpose, and professional evolution. Dive into this episode to understand h...
Fearless Leadership: Gridiron to Greatness with Jared Allen
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 insights from his Pro Bowl career about thriving under pressure. This episode reveals how elite athletes ...