Mastered

About Mastered

Terminally Curious Is The Podcast For Those Who Never Stop Asking Why. Are you fascinated by real-life stories of overcoming impossible odds, adventure & personal transformation? Featuring, inspiring interviews with world champions, survivors, entrepreneurs, missionaries, and mavericks who’ve overcome adversity, achieved the impossible, and transformed lives. Hosted by communications coach, martial artist, TEDx speaker, Kain Masters, each episode uncovers untold stories of resilience, adventure, mindset. For listeners seeking true stories of overcoming, transformation, & inspiration worldwide.

Publisher

Kain Masters

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

18 Mar 2024

Latest episode

6 May 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 May 2026

   99% of People Are Living on Autopilot (Here's How to Wake Up) Ramsey Bergenon

   What if the next 30 seconds could change your entire life?Most people are sleepwalking through their days, reacting on autopilot, chasing vague goals, and burning out before they ever get close to what they actually want. Ramsey Bergeron has a different approach and it starts with winning just the next 30 seconds.I flew out to sunny Scottsdale, Arizona to sit down with Ramsey (@ramseybergeron) leadership strategist, multiple Ironman triathlete, author, and founder of Bergeron Well-Being for one of the most practically powerful conversations we've had on this show.Ramsey lost his father at 12, grew up on autopilot, and decided early on that there has to be another way. What he built from that moment is a life philosophy that's helped high-achievers break free from burnout, silence their inner critic, and finally define what success actually means to them on their terms.In this episode, we get into:The NEXT30 System — Ramsey's framework for mastering the next 30 seconds (your reaction), 30 minutes (your habits), and 30 days (your goals) no motivation requiredWhy your New Year's resolution already failed and the proven approach that actually worksWhy not defining success is quietly destroying your growth and how to fix it fast What completing Ironman triathlons teaches you about real mental toughness pushing limits, knowing when to quit, and building grit that lastsHis book Cake on the Floor real stories and tools for handling life's chaos with resilience and graceHow to crush burnout as a high achiever recharge without losing your edge Overcoming the limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck — right now, todayWhether you're chasing a massive goal or just trying to stop self-sabotaging, this episode will hit differently.🔗 Explore Ramsey's work & the NEXT30 System: bergeronwellbeing.com🎙️ His podcast: Break Your Ego, Find Your SoulSubscribe to Terminally Curious so you never miss a conversation like this one.**Get in touch in the comments below and head to :▶ Instagram : /terminallycuriouspodcast⁠ ▶ YouTube : /@terminallycuriouskm ⁠▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KainxMasters (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGRMU0trdDNEMWRwcmc3bDR2OFM4bjc2Z3Nid3xBQ3Jtc0tud0c3M1dlNlhqeVVMb21hRWVScGViNVFiVGZDSFg3cmlhdkZZbWQtOW9Va25ETVQ0aDlBQVh2V1hOdUlHTXlsczNlQnZ2dExtSDFmekdFUUpEeEZUNldEbkYyWXV1R1dRX3ZyRVI2RkRoOFBJTTk4VQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FKainxMasters&v=_9QzyXB5V9w)▶ Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1EqIHJn.. (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkhTcXB3ODNrWDEyVkYwUjZXUzBXWDduNW1rZ3xBQ3Jtc0trbHV6NmlscXdXdktiWjN2UUhjWE5NT2k2NnBjMU1CTTJ2aDdLd1hVVGpWSkxfcUlVRjc3LWltcXIzbVNNSk93dTFGQUN1MlVtVWE5ZmQ3aTlVc1dETlFxd1FXY0RlYXV5bUprSk5pOTZ5bjBWWnQ5WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F1EqIHJn..&v=_9QzyXB5V9w).▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com**⁠⏰Timecodes⏰[0:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w)] Stop Being a Background Character in Your Own Life[0:45 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=45s)] Subscribe — Only 10% of Listeners Are Subscribed[1:10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=70s)] Welcome to Scottsdale: Ramsey's Perspective on Power[2:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=150s)] Autopilot Living & the Trauma We Don't Notice[4:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=240s)] "There Has to Be Another Way" — Ramsey's Origin Story[6:15 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=375s)] COVID Pivot: Weighing Rocks in the Yard[8:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=480s)] How Fitness Unlocks Mindset in Every Area of Life[10:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=630s)] The NEXT30 System: Win Your Next 30 Seconds, Minutes & Days[14:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=840s)] Why New Year's Resolutions Fail (And What Actually Works)[16:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=980s)] "Overwhelm Isn't a Lack of Capacity — It's a Lack of Clarity"[18:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=1110s)] Ironman Lessons: When to Push & When to Walk Away[22:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=1320s)] The Key West Swim: 8 Hours 45 Minutes Non-Stop in the Ocean[26:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=1560s)] Ideal Land: Why We Idealize Goals But Never Reach Them[29:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=1770s)] Chasing Rabbits or Running from Bears?[32:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=1920s)] The Movie of Your Life — Would You Be Proud of Your Role?[35:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=2100s)] Responding vs. Reacting: Creating Space Between Event & Response[38:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=2310s)] The 7 Perspectives Framework (From Victim to Enlightened)[43:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=2580s)] "What Are You Carrying?" — The Eastern Philosophy Cup Analogy[46:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=2790s)] Corporate Leadership: Why Great Salespeople Fail as Managers[50:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QzyXB5V9w&t=3000s)] The TIME OUT Method for Leaders[53:00] Imposter Syndrome: The Manager Who Believed in Ramsey[57:00] Emotional Intelligence vs. Stoicism — The Real Difference[1:01:00] 75% of Career Derailments Come Down to Emotional Intelligence[1:04:30] Defining Success: What Does It Actually Mean to You?[1:08:00] The "This Is Who I Am" Exercise — 3 Pages That Change Your Life[1:12:00] Give Yourself Permission to Grow[1:14:30] NEXT30 OS: What's Coming in 2026 & Where to Find Ramsey#TerminallyCurious (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/terminallycurious) #KainMasters (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/kainmasters) #RamseyBergeron (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ramseybergeron) #NEXT30 (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/next30)

2. 

   2 Apr 2026

   JJ Birden: Too Small for NFL? Underdog’s Uncle Made Him Promise His FIRST Touchdown… He DELIVERED!

   Is relentless preparation the secret to defying the odds, or just a grind for dreamers? In a league stacked with giants, JJ Birden reveals how belief from a mentor, mental reps, and closing the "underdog gap" turned a 5'10", 157-pound wide receiver into a 9-year NFL vet—proving size doesn't dictate destiny. We dive into mindset, leadership, F.A.S.C.O. moments (failures, adversities, setbacks, challenges, obstacles), and the "Beat the Coverage" framework—not hype, but proven tactics from Cleveland Browns draft pick to keynote powerhouse. JJ Birden, former NFL wide receiver (Chiefs, Falcons, Browns, Cowboys) turned top motivational speaker and author, shares raw lessons on perseverance, from his uncle's prophetic promise to adopting 5 foster kids overnight, blending track speed with football grit from University of Oregon roots. I met JJ Birden while scouting elite speakers in Arizona , and we unpacked his improbable path from Northeast Portland projects to NFL scoreboards and global stages, revealing how curiosity in adversity and "MBD" (More, Better, Different) fuel elite performance.🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:Why underdogs win by stealth—extra reps while giants overlook you.The uncle's promise power: Pouring belief until you own it. Mental reps magic: Film study and visualization during ACL rehab."Beat the Coverage" roadmap: Know the field, find holes, game plan, reps, execute, adjust. Closing the underdog gap: Learn all roles to seize every opportunity.Leadership truth: "I" in TEAM—elite your 1% to elevate the whole. Peel the onion for your WHY—beyond surface goals to unbreakable drive.This is Terminally Curious with Kain Masters QUESTION ▶ Have a question about the Podcast? Leave it down Below!🔥 CONNECT WITH JJ Birden🎯 JJ Birden Website: https://www.jjbirden.com/🎤 Speaker Reel: - Motivational Speaker JJ Birden's Extended...🔥Why This Story Matters:We unpack timeless grit in an era of size bias and instant quits, where underdogs like 157lb JJ Birden outlasted averages via uncle's faith, trainer-led runs, and fostering 5 kids amid NFL fame—challenging "too small" myths with F.A.S.C.O.-proof strategies, mental reps, and MBD evolution. Exploring "Beat the Coverage," why-checkups, and audible calls on change, this episode arms listeners to defy coverage (doubt, competition, obstacles), harness mentors, and own underdog edges—proving elite success is earned reps, not genes. **Get in touch in the comments below and head to :▶ Instagram : /terminallycuriouspodcast⁠ ▶ YouTube : /@terminallycuriouskm ⁠▶ TikTok : @mastered00 ▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KainxMasters▶ Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1EqIHJn...▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com** ⁠⏰Timecodes⏰[0:00] Too Small for NFL?[02:00] Uncle Sonny's Promise & First TD[04:32] Northeast Portland Roots & Mentors[05:51] Track to NFL Draft Longshot[08:39] ACL Tear & Mental Reps Rehab[17:57] Beat the Coverage Framework[36:53] Closing Underdog Gap[37:06] Leadership: I in TEAM[37:49] F.A.S.C.O. Moments[39:25] WHY Checkups & Onion Peel[40:05] MBD: More, Better, Different[46:51] Fostering 5 Nieces/Nephews[47:20] Audible Calls on Change[53:23] Speaker Launch: jjbirden.com[01:03:34] Impact in Any Role[01:11:19] Final Reps & Takeaways👇 Connect and Engage#TerminallyCurious #kainmasters #JJBirden #BeatTheCoverage #NFLUnderdog #Motivation #Mindset #Perseverance #Leadership #MentorshipAbout: In this Keywords: JJ Birden NFL, too small underdog, uncle promise touchdown, Beat the Coverage, mental reps visualization, F.A.S.C.O. obstacles, MBD goals, NFL perseverance, motivational speaker, Kansas City Chiefs, ACL rehab story, leadership reps, why onion peel, foster family impact, #NFL, #Motivation, #Underdog, #Mindset, #JJBirden, Terminally Curious podcast.

3. 

   11 Aug 2025

   Inside the World’s Most DANGEROUS Security Job | Atlas Aultman

   Atlas Aultman, Former Special Operations Director in Afghanistan. Former personal communications aide to the most threatened President of the United States. A 27+ year Air Force veteran, technologist, and leadership expert working in some of the world’s most dangerous environments. Atlas shares never-before-told stories from his time at the White House, combat zones, and his journey from decades in the military successfully completing missions in over 30 countries. With a TEDx Talk boasting over 250K+ views, a number one best-selling book on leadership, and a masculinity podcast with over 50K subscribers, Atlas reveals the high-pressure situations and decision-making frameworks that we can all apply for our own success in all our lives. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: - Why attempts on President Trump are happening - The intense and unpredictable dangers faced on Presidential missions - Combat psychology and decision-making under intense pressure - The blueprint for success Atlas learned in the military — and how you can apply it to your own life - Toxic masculinity, Andrew Tate, and role models for real masculinity This is Terminally Curious with Kayne Masters QUESTION ▶ Have a question about the Podcast? Leave it down Below! 🔥 CONNECT WITH ATLAS: 🎯 Atlas Aultman's Podcast Targeted: https://www.youtube.com/@targeted-podcast 🎤 TED Speaker on Leadership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuJQAPUTf4g&ab_channel=TEDxTalks 🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlas_aultman/ 🔥Why This Story Matters: Most people never see behind the curtain of how presidents actually get things accomplished when traveling or conducting sensitive business. Atlas was often the communications bridge between White House staff, security, and others involved in the daily tasks of the president. His stories reveal the incredible complexity, pressure, and split-second decisions that happen all the time, from people you’ll probably never see or know about. Atlas tells us that “Special” missions aren’t just about combat or protection of high-visibility world leaders - they’re about decision-making under extreme pressure, team coordination, and achieving impossible objectives with limited resources. Atlas connects this to everyday pressure situations we all face. Understanding how elite performers maintain clarity under stress, make split-second decisions, and overcome fear gives us tools for high-stakes moments in business, relationships, and personal challenges. ***************************Get in touch in the comments below and head to* :▶ Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/terminallycuriouspodcast/⁠⁠ ▶ YouTube : ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@terminallycuriousKM?sub_confirmation=1 ⁠⁠▶ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@mastered00 ▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KayneMasters ▶ Spotify : ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1EqIHJnaNiQ9aUhXKcMKit▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com**************************⁠⁠ ⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Atlas Altman's Military Career and Technological Innovations 03:50 The Power of Technology and Global Connections 04:26 Challenges and Lessons from the White House 06:38 How Technology is destroying Human Behavior 13:34 Political Sides Going WILD- Is A.I Making us Crazy? 37:40 BJJ changes Your Perspective 38:27 Masculinity is Broken Today 40:14 Toxic Masculinity and Bad Role Models 42:44 Andrew Tate and 'Red Pilled Males' 50:04 CORNography is Ruining Young Men 57:11 Navigating Relationships and Ego 01:01:46 Having Bad Role Models 01:06:09 The Role of Special Operations 01:13:09 What it's like working with President Obama 01:16:19 President Trump's Leadership Style 01:22:07 Trump Assassination Attempt 01:35:55 Discipline 01:41:27 The Future of Atlas Aultman 👇 Connect and Engage#TerminallyCurious #KayneMasters #Jedidahflood #SecretService #PresidentObama #Whitehouse #leadership #Trump #masculinity

4. 

   20 Jul 2025

   Why Gen Z is Choosing: Jesus (Trump?) Over Everything

   TRUMP IS THE NEW JESUS? | Gen Z’s spiritual awakening, the Trump-Jesus comparison, & America’s Identity Crisis Are Gen Z really turning to Jesus—and Trump—for meaning? In this eye-opening episode, host Kayne Masters sits down with Gen Z thought leader Jedidah Flood. to explore why this generation is more spiritual than ever, how faith and politics collide, and what it means for the future of America. With Gen Z Overwhelmingly winning Trump this election, this discussion helps us understand why. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: * Why Gen Z is rejecting atheism and turning to faith * How Trump became a symbol for a generation—and why that’s controversial * The difference between finding identity in politics vs. spirituality * Why “plastic morals” and individualism are leaving young people empty * Jedidah’s personal journey from anxiety to joy through faith in Jesus * The dangers of idolizing political figures and the call for a new spiritual awakening About Jedidiah Flood: Host Kayne Masters met Jedidah Flood on Election Night 2024 at the West Palm Beach Convention Center, minutes before Trump’s victory announcement. Jedidah is a Gen Z thinker and biblical studies student with deep insight into faith, culture, and generational change. He hosts his own podcast, TheBibCast, and offers a unique perspective on today’s spiritual and political landscape. This is Terminally Curious with Kayne Masters ▶ Have a question about the Podcast? Leave it down Below! 👍 Like, comment, and share if this conversation challenged your perspective *************************** Get in touch in the comments below and head to* : ▶ Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/terminallycuriouspodcast/ ⁠⁠ ▶ YouTube : ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@terminallycuriousKM?sub_confirmation=1 ⁠⁠▶ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@mastered00 ▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KayneMasters ▶ Spotify : ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1EqIHJnaNiQ9aUhXKcMKit ▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com**************************⁠⁠ 👇 Timestamps & Key Moments 00:00 – Gen Z, Religion & Trump – The Big Question 01:04 – Meaning, Identity, and Millennials vs Gen Z02:10 – Gen Z Rejects Atheism ( It's CRINGE)04:11 – The Election 05:19 – The Plasticity of Truth: Gen Z Wants Something Real 08:08 – Millennials vs. Gen Z on Faith, Community, and Purpose 10:10 – The Identity Crisis 11:53 – Why Christianity is Hard for Gen Z: 13:57 – Tik Tok vs Podcasts14:57 – Is Trump a Messiah Figure?1 17:41 – Tribalism and Wokeism19:09 – New Religions27:36 – Advice to those who are Lost29:28 – Jesus vs. Everything Else 32:53 – Jedidah’s Testimony: 34:07 – Final Thoughts: Gen Z’s Search for Meaning in 2025 #TerminallyCurious #KayneMasters #GenZ #Faith #Trump #Jesus #SpiritualAwakening #IdentityCrisis

5. 

   6 Jul 2025

   He Woke Up Blind. What Happened Next Changed Everything.

   Host Kayne Masters interviews Stevens Chan, founder of the Malaysia Glaucoma Society, who shares his journey from blindness to becoming a leading advocate for preventing blindness and empowering the visually impaired across Southeast Asia.

6. 

   22 Jun 2025

   He Was Told He’d Never Walk Again—Here’s What Happened

   Doctor Lucas Monk shares his journey from paralysis to recovery on Terminally Curious with Kayne Masters, discussing mindset and neuroplasticity, in this interview episode.

7. 

   12 Jun 2025

   From US Prison to Guinness World Record! Scott's Wild Adventure

   Extreme cyclist Scott Robinson recounts his transformation from a US prison inmate to a Guinness World Record holder for cycling across Africa in an interview with Kayne Masters.

8. 

   28 May 2025

   He Fought Rickson Gracie BLIND—and Kept It Secret | Yuki Nakai’s Untold Story

   Martial artist Yuki Nakai recounts his participation in Vale Tudo Japan 1995, including fighting Rickson Gracie after an eye injury, and Kayne Masters explores Nakai's lasting impact on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Japan in this interview.

9. 

   14 May 2025

   Stage 4 Cancer to BJJ Champion: Tjun’s Unbelievable Journey of Fighting & Winning

   What does it take to become a champion when life gives you its toughest fight? Tan Jee Tjun: a successful lawyer, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and active competitor who became the first person to get a blackbelt and win a BJJ competition while undergoing stage 4 cancer treatment. In this powerful episode, Tjun shares his incredible journey-from being diagnosed with a rare, aggressive cancer, to surviving brutal treatments, and returning to the mats to compete and win. Tjun’s story is one of pain, perseverance, and the unbreakable human spirit. From a devastating diagnosis to the brutal realities of cancer treatment, and finally, to making history on the competition mats, Tjun proves that your circumstances don’t define your limit. Tjun reveals how martial arts, family, and mindset helped him overcome despair and reclaim his life, becoming a beacon of hope for others facing impossible odds. This is more than a story of redefining what’s possible, the power of resilience, and the warrior spirit inside all of us. Whether you’re a martial artist, someone facing adversity, or just need inspiration, Tjun’s story will move you as it has moved me permanently. This is Terminally Curious with Kayne MastersQUESTION ▶ Have a question about the Podcast? Leave it down Below!***************************Get in touch in the comments below and head to* :▶ Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/mastered.km⁠⁠ ▶ YouTube : ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@terminallycuriousKMsub_confirmation=1⁠⁠▶ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@mastered00 ▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KayneMasters ▶ Spotify : ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1EqIHJnaNiQ9aUhXKcMKit ▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com

10. 

    25 Aug 2024

    # 9 Jojo Ghazali: MCGREGOR of Muai Thai Reveals | ONE FC & UFC CHAMP| MUAI THAI BANNED?| 4 K.O STREAK| ADRESSING HATERS| PENCAK SILAT

    *Sarikata Melayu boleh didapati di Youtube* Johan “Jojo” Ghazali is a Malaysian-American & ONE FC Muai Thai Fighter who trains and resides in Kuching, Malaysia. Jojo found incredible success in Muai Thai, having won his Pro debut in ONEFC at just 16 years old. Being compared to Conor McGregor, Johan's popularity has exploded globally. In this conversation we talk about: A Riot that got Muai Thai banned in Kelantan, Malaysia. Knocking out people 4 times in a row. Dealing with the criticism of a loss. Jake Paul, Mike Tyson and Super Fights in UFC and ONE FC. As well potential Rodtang and Demetrious Johnson matchups. This is Mastered with Kayne Masters ************************** Get in touch in the comments below and head to : ▶ Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/mastered.km⁠⁠ ▶ YouTube : ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ⁠⁠ ▶ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@mastered00 ▶ Twitter : https://x.com/KayneMasters ▶ Spotify : ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7⁠⁠ ▶ Email : mastered.podcast@gmail.com **************************⁠⁠

11. 

    9 Aug 2024

    #8 Steve Erceg: Kai Kara-France Fight, Fighting for the Title, Fighting at Home in UFC 305

    I sit down with rising UFC fighter Steve Erceg and dive into his journey from being mistaken for Steve Carell to fighting for a UFC title. We discuss his experiences in the UFC, including past fights, the challenges he faced, and his training evolution. Steve shares insights into his upcoming fight against Kai Kara-France in Perth, Muhammad Mokaev being booted from the UFC, how close his was to winning the title, his views on the current UFC landscape, and his ambitions beyond the octagon. This is Mastered with Kayne Masters. Get in touch: Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/mastered.km⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠mastered.podcast@gmail.com⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: UFC Fighter 00:14 Early Career and Rise in UFC 00:53 Overcoming Underestimation 02:15 Analyzing Key Fights and Techniques 05:13 Upcoming Fight and Preparation 09:44 Reflections on UFC and MMA Growth 19:07 Comparisons and Inspirations 21:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

12. 

    23 Jun 2024

    #7 Ariel Siffert: "I WANT a relationship with my Parents KILLER"

    A Mortician from Virginia, USA survived a Triple Homicide that claimed her parents' lives when she was just four months old. Growing up, Ariel was unaware of this tragedy until later in life. Ariel's story has gone viral online with over 22 Million Views. She has recently faced both internet attention and Twitter criticism, for reaching out to her parents' killer nearly three decades later because She wants to have a relationship with him. This issue has divided the Internet. Ariel, a survivor of open heart surgery, has a story unlike any ever told. We talk about the challenges of growing up with a broken identity. Her conversations with her parents' killer The internet's backlash against her. Her experiences preparing bodies for funerals as well as much much more. This is Mastered with Kayne Masters. Please welcome Ariel Siffert. Get in touch: Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/mastered.km⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠mastered.podcast@gmail.com⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7⁠⁠

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    22 May 2024

    #6 Henry Halim War Journalist: Arrested,Beaten,Kidnapped, Shot At & Captures History's Biggest Moments

    Henry Halim Berber is a Photojournalist who has survived the odds to capture the most dangerous conflict zones in the world. Henry has dodged bullets, being arrested, beaten, and witnessed the traumatic impacts of war, including the suicide of a fellow journalist. Henry shares how he was inspired to become a photojournalism, his craft and the importance of neutrality mental preparation, and resilience in the face of danger. We talk about Henry capturing world shocking events such as the Berlin Wall fall and the withdrawal of Khmer Rogue from Cambodia, The Bali Bombing and Tiananmen Square Massacre and facing Pirates offthe coast of Malaysia. Henry has faced incredible dangers as he points out the evolving risks for journalists over decades as well as much much more. This is Mastered. Please Welcome Henry Halim Berber. Get in touch: Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/mastered.km⁠ (http://www.instagram.com/mastered.km) Email: ⁠mastered.podcast@gmail.com⁠ (mailto:mastered.podcast@gmail.com) YouTube: ⁠www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1⁠ (http://www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1) Spotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7⁠ (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7) Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@masteredpodcast

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    8 May 2024

    #5 Mark Hunt- MMA Champion Reveals Being Offered 3 Million Dollars to Take a Dive, His Troubled Childhood & Upcoming MEGA Fights

    Hello Listeners, my guest today is Mark Hunt. An unbreakable ledgend who has won multiple titles in the worlds premium combat sports leagues. A former UFC heavyweight who won the 2001 K-1 World Grand Prix. Abused as a child, mark had a troubled childhood that saw him end up in Jail. Mark turned it around and became one of the worlds best fighters. Spanning a career from the 90’s until present. Known for his incredible knockout power and unbelievable durability in the ring. Mark is a special fighter who continues to fight for what he believes is right. We talk about being offered $3 Million Dollars to take a dive, Upcoming Super fights with Jake Paul and others, the K1 and Pride Era as well as much much more. This is Mastered. Please Welcome Mark Hunt. Get in touch: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mastered.km (http://www.instagram.com/mastered.km) Email: mastered.podcast@gmail.com (mailto:mastered.podcast@gmail.com) YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 (http://www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1) Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7 (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7) Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@masteredpodcast

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    23 Apr 2024

    #4 Damon Jackson: Blue Collar UFC Fighter With Unbreakable Heart

    Hello, listeners. My guest today is Damon Jackson, A rising UFC Contender in the Featherweight Division. A family man with 4 daughters, hailing from Oklahoma and currently in Dallas Texas. Damon Jackson nearly been fighting his entire life. A Crafty MMA Veteran who’s fought in LFA, PFL, Bellator, KOTC and the UFC. He’s won the LFA Championship and had multiple Performance of the Night Bonuses in the UFC. We talk about his mindset for overcoming extreme fight circumstances, Teaching Lawyers and Doctors how to fight, his brothers mysterious death, Fighting in Mosques and Rodeo’s, as well as much much more. This is Mastered. Please welcome, Damon Jackson Get in touch: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mastered.km Email: mastered.podcast@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7 Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@masteredpodcast

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    9 Apr 2024

    #3 Ted and Bev Skiles: A Baby Lived To Help My Son Die

    Hello, listeners. My guests today are Ted and Bev Skiles, Christian missionaries that left their hometown of Missouri, USA in 1968. They packed up their whole life with almost nothing to their name, and they went with their three children on a boat for 17 days to the opposite side of the world. Little did they know they would spend over the next 50 years in Taiwan as missionaries. They ended up running an orphanage there that held over 3,000 children, and they successfully adopted out over 500 children to homes all around the world. We talk about children being stolen and sold for money in Taiwan. We talk about a child they adopted that grew up to help their dying son. We also talk about the complexities of social work, as well as much, much more. This is Mastered. Please welcome Ted and Bev Skiles Get in touch: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mastered.km Email: mastered.podcast@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7 Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@masteredpodcast

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    26 Mar 2024

    #2 Enson Inoue: It Was A Good Day To Die

    Hello listeners, My guest today is Enson Inoue, an American born Japanese legend and perhaps Japan's first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. A Heavyweight Shooto Fighting World Champion and a UFC and Pride veteran. He fought the best in his prime and submitted Randy Couture. Expect to learn about his unconventional thinking and unbelievable heart on the world's biggest stage. "Yamato-Damashii",   the philosophy of Japanese samurai spirit. That and how he was ready to die whenever he fought. His reputation for resolving conflicts with the Yakuza. His time in prison and engaging in philanthropy. Risking intense radiation poisoning to help during the Fukushima nuclear accident in 2011. A multi talented individual who has forged his own unique path  and lives his philosophy daily. We talk about all of this as well as much, much more. This is Mastered. Please welcome, Enson Inoue. Get in touch: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mastered.km Email: mastered.podcast@gmail.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MasteredPodcast Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastered7 Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@masteredpodcast

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    18 Mar 2024

    #1 Dan Vini: Pro Wrestling Aspirations to All Fighting Realities

    Hello Listeners , my guest today is Dan Vinni. A BJJ Blackbelt, MMA, Muai Thai, Boxing and Bare Knuckle Fighter. Dan Vini has fought worldwide. He has competed in many martial arts contests in the world's biggest organizations. Expect to learn about: training with Conor Mcgregor, Tom Hardy and Nicholas Dalby. The evolution of MMA and 'freak show' matches, damage sustained from fighting, using online presence to build a fighter's brand, mental health challenges of a combat sports career. As well as much more... This is Mastered. Please welcome Dan Vinni. Get In Touch: IG:mastered.km Twitter: kaynemasters Youtube: www.youtube.com/@masteredpodcast Email:mastered.podcast@gmail.com

Who has been a guest on Mastered

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• Stevens Chan
• Lucas Monk
• Scott Robinson
• Yuki Nakai

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YouTube views

228,844

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 62 / 100

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Quality

60

Social presence

91

YouTube

82

Engagement

32

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