Join us for a hilarious conversation "Phone a Friend" convo with Kimo Burleigh. He calls in from Maui where he's living the aloha spirit (shirtless, naturally). From infrared sauna fires to one of the worst road trips in history, this episode is packed with stories that prove sometimes the best adventures are the ones that go completely sideways.

Kimo - Boulder gym veteran turned Maui resident personal trainer, Hyrox competitor, and survivor of the legendary San Francisco road trip disaster of 2004.

An in-depth conversation with Chip Dykes, Vice President of Community and Military Relations at Front Wave Credit Union. Chip shares his journey from Marine Corps veteran to community leader, the story behind the Front Wave Arena naming rights deal, and how a credit union founded by 8 Marines in 1952 became a cornerstone of the Oceanside community.

Welcome to a special New Year’s episode! The hosts kick off 2026 with gratitude for their listeners, reflecting on the past year and the journey of the podcast. They discuss the challenges of the holiday season, unexpected changes in plans (including a race cancellation due to weather), and the importance of adapting to life’s curveballs.

Key Topics:

• Thanking the community and reflecting on the growth of the podcast
• Navigating holiday fatigue and the unpredictability of New Year plans
• The tough decision to cancel and reschedule a race, and the logistics behind it
• Lessons learned from handling setbacks and the value of clear communication
• Deep dive into New Year’s resolutions: why the hosts don’t set them, and the importance of self-reflection over arbitrary goals
• Personal stories about change, resilience, and learning from life’s challenges
• The difference between setting realistic, incremental goals versus lofty resolutions
• The impact of entrepreneurship on personal relationships and self-identity
• Encouragement for listeners to take inventory of their lives, reflect on who they are, and make meaningful changes any day of the year—not just January 1st

Thank You! Thank you for being part of the NFA family. Here’s to another year of growth, honesty, and great conversations. Happy New Year!