Freedom Motivated with Christina Whiteley

In this episode of Freedom Motivated, Christina sits down with Adam Marburger, serial entrepreneur, Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, and founder of Ascent Dealer Services, to unpack what real freedom is made of.Adam shares how his entrepreneurial fire started as a 13-year-old paperboy learning to ask for tips, the defining moment that pushed him to leave a high-income dealership career, and the brutal season where he faced devastating loss, divorce, and rock bottom. From there, he reveals how mentorship, radical ownership, discipline, and cutting negative influences helped him rebuild a bigger life, and a stronger identity.If you’ve ever felt behind, stuck, or like you’re rebuilding from scratch, this conversation will meet you right where you are, and remind you: your best days can still be ahead.01:18 — Adam’s origin story: small-town upbringing, middle-class roots, and the first paper routes02:05 — The paperboy sales lesson: asking better questions → earning more money03:32 — Christina’s parallel story: being resourceful, creating opportunity, learning to sell04:45 — Jiu-jitsu as identity training: what it takes to earn a black belt06:28 — Walking away from a $500K salary: the leap from security to entrepreneurship07:24 — “It took years to make money”: the part of the story most people skip08:03 — Rock bottom builds you: why setbacks become your greatest teacher09:42 — The childhood vow: “I will never live stressed about money”10:58 — The moment he dropped out: choosing sales and backing it with results14:58 — Adam defines freedom: “doing what I want, when I want, wherever I want, with whoever I want”16:04 — The park promise turning point: the night his daughter changed everything18:00 — The hardest year: grief, suicide loss, divorce, and feeling hopeless19:30 — The mirror moment: “You’re the f***ing problem” and cutting negative influences21:17 — Mentorship + proximity: why attaching to someone ahead of you changes everything23:06 — Built on a napkin: how Ascent Dealer Services was born and marketed on social media25:56 — Scaling the right way: delegation, team-building, and getting out of the way27:01 — Final advice: forgiveness, forgiving yourself, and finding peace to grow

In this episode, we dive into the art of building an elite leadership team with former Navy SEAL Brandon Thornhill. Brandon brings his battlefield-tested experience, high-performance mindset, and deep understanding of team dynamics to share powerful insights on what it truly takes to lead with clarity, discipline, and unwavering purpose.Together, we explore how to cultivate trust under pressure, communicate with precision, and create a culture where every member operates at their highest potential. Brandon’s approach is rooted in accountability, intentional leadership, and the habits that transform ordinary groups into exceptional, mission-driven teams.Whether you're looking to elevate your organization, strengthen your leadership skills, or gain a deeper understanding of what makes teams thrive at the highest level, this episode will challenge you to raise your standards and lead with excellence.I hope you find it insightful and I'm always interested in hearing your thoughts.

In this episode, we dive into the journey of finding your youth in midlife with celebrity personal trainer, gut health specialist, and holistic nutritionist Mandy White Eskelin. Mandy brings her wealth of experience in fitness, holistic healing, and longevity, sharing powerful insights on how to reignite your energy, restore your confidence, and feel vibrant again, mind, body, and soul.Together, we explore how to nourish your body through intentional movement and gut health, strengthen your mindset for resilience and renewal, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that often get lost along the way. Mandy’s approach is all about whole-body wellness, sustainable habits, and embracing midlife as a season of empowerment, not decline.Whether you're craving more vitality, clarity, or a deeper sense of alignment, this episode will inspire you to reclaim your health and step boldly into a more youthful, energized version of yourself.I hope you find it insightful and I'm always interested in hearing your thoughts.

In this episode, we dive into the art of becoming a better parent with international speaker and 40-year parenting coach Celia Kibler. Celia brings decades of wisdom and real-life experience, sharing powerful insights on raising confident, respectful, and emotionally healthy children, without yelling, guilt, or constant battles.Together, we explore how to create stronger family connections, nurture emotional intelligence, and set healthy boundaries that empower both parents and kids. Celia’s approach is all about calm communication, mutual respect, and building a home filled with love and understanding.Whether you’re a new parent, seasoned caregiver, or simply want to strengthen your relationship with your children, this episode will inspire you to parent with more patience, presence, and joy.

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the science and potential of peptides, nature’s tiny yet transformative molecules, with Johnny Lessen, a leading innovator in peptide research and application. Discover how peptides are revolutionizing health, healing, and human performance, offering groundbreaking solutions for energy, recovery, longevity, and overall well-being.Johnny shares his journey into the peptide space, the latest advancements shaping the industry, and how these natural compounds are helping people unlock their body’s full potential.Whether you’re an athlete, a biohacker, or someone simply seeking optimal health, this conversation will expand your understanding of what’s possible in modern wellness.