The Rollercoaster Podcast

• I Lost My Baby & Nearly Died But This Nurse’s Gut Instinct Changed Everything | Liz Hartke

  This is the most vulnerable conversation I’ve ever shared on the podcast. My guest, Liz Hartke, opens up about the day she gave birth to her stillborn son and nearly lost her own life. What unfolded was a series of medical oversights, a last-minute surgery, and a divine moment of surrender that changed everything. Liz shares the harrowing details of hemorrhaging alone in an ER, the nurse who saved her life by speaking up, and the spiritual clarity she gained when she thought she wouldn’t make it home to her children.This episode is about more than trauma. It’s about faith in the fire, how God meets us in our darkest hour, and what it truly means to surrender your will. Liz’s story is a testimony to trusting the divine even when the outcome is unknown, and it will shake you, soften you, and maybe even help you find clarity in your own calling.If you’re a mother, a leader, or someone wrestling with purpose or grief, this episode is for you.Key Moments:3:02 Pregnancy joy turns to heartbreak9:03 A desperate plea for surgery13:59 A miracle in the OR17:39 A vow to live differently24:00 Tyler shares his own moment of hopelessness29:00 The intuition of a mother37:00 Why some survive and others don’t41:00 Can you change without suffering?45:00 The eulogy exercise that changed lives54:00 Learning to hear God’s voice1:00:11 Motherhood, guilt, and calling1:10:00 Defining your life planGuest Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/elizhartke/Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

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• A Rare Brain Cancer Took Her Husband But It Gave Her Something Even Deeper

  In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Heidi Rose, a woman whose story will move you, stretch you, and break you open in all the ways that matter. Heidi lost her husband, Jason, to brain cancer, and the journey there was anything but simple. She opens up about the heartbreaking transformation she witnessed as cancer took over, not just his body, but parts of their shared life. We talk about the night he passed, how their children processed it, and what it means to grieve, rebuild, and keep living.But this conversation goes deeper than loss. Heidi speaks about her healing through trauma, through childhood abuse, and through unconventional paths like EMDR, Al-Anon, and plant medicine. She talks about finding her voice, regaining peace, and learning that real love sometimes means letting go.This episode is for anyone who's walked through pain they never thought they'd survive. It's for those navigating grief, complex family dynamics, or simply trying to find meaning when life doesn’t go to plan.You’ll walk away from this episode changed. I know I did.Heidi, thank you for your honesty. Thank you for letting us in.This is grief. This is healing. This is the Roller Coaster.Key Moments:0:00 The Moment Jason Took His Last Breath5:22 Who Jason Was Before Cancer9:03 When Personality Changes Mask Something Deeper12:28 "I Have a Brain Tumor" And the Immediate Intuition16:00 The Surgery That Changed Everything22:00 The Letter That Confirmed He Was Terminal24:20 Hospice, Letting Go, and the Death Rattle33:01 Life Before and After Loss39:44 A Chance Encounter at the Gym43:31 Growing Up in Abuse & Becoming a Peacemaker47:02 Healing Through a 12-Step Program53:34 The Frog Showed Me SomethingGuest Info:IG: @‌heidicamillerose (https://www.instagram.com/heidicamillerose/)-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

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• I Was 11 When My Dad Died! Here’s What Every Young Man Needs To Hear About Success

  This one’s personal. In this episode, I sit down with Greg O’Gallagher, founder of Kinobody, fitness expert, and one of the most driven men I’ve ever met, for a raw and honest conversation about legacy, loss, and finding your purpose. Greg opens up about the profound impact his father, Michael O’Gallagher, had on his life before losing him to leukemia at a young age. From building Canada’s largest privately owned real estate company to shaping the mindset Greg carries today, his father’s influence lives on in every rep, every goal, and every moment Greg chooses discipline over ease.We talk about grief, growth, and how those pivotal childhood moments still fuel the fire today. Greg also shares how fitness became his outlet for processing trauma, how fasting and breath work changed his life, and the exact framework he uses to stay in peak shape year-round.If you’ve ever lost someone too soon or wondered how to stay grounded in your purpose when life hits hard, this conversation is for you.This is more than a podcast episode. It’s a conversation about what truly matters.Key Moments:0:00 A Father-Son Moment That Changed Everything1:52 Who Was Michael O’Gallagher?5:00 Losing His Dad to Leukemia10:00 Grieving the Right Way15:13 Tragedy, Loss & Advice for Grieving Teens19:00 Discovering Passion Through Pain23:26 Scarcity Makes Time Valuable27:44 Three Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone29:52 How to Build the Greek God Aesthetic32:12 How He Maintains the Same Physique Year After Year35:01 The 5 Exercises He’d Keep for LifeGuest Info:IG: @‌gregogallagher (https://www.instagram.com/gregogallagher/ )YT: @‌Kinobody Website: https://kinobody.com/-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

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• This Rapper Was 665lbs, Addicted to Food & Almost Dead! Now Millions Are Watching Him Heal

  I sat down with someone who left me speechless. Nico DeGiacomo, better known as Mass of Man, isn't just a rapper or internet personality. He's a fighter. At 6'6" and 665 pounds, Nico hit rock bottom physically, mentally, and emotionally. Showering hurt. Driving was nearly impossible. Life was slipping away. But instead of giving up, Nico chose to change everything.In this raw, deeply vulnerable conversation, Nico opens up about food addiction, mental illness, his darkest moments, and the turning point that sparked a viral 100-day transformation, one that’s now inspired millions. We talk about the power of accountability, his unbreakable friendship with Anakin, the emotional weight behind his music, and how he’s rewriting his story in real time.This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in a cycle they couldn’t escape. It’s about addiction, healing, resilience, and what’s possible when someone finally believes in you and when you believe in yourself.Whether you’re battling your own demons or know someone who is, Nico’s story will move you. Share this one. Someone needs to hear it.Key Moments:0:00 A Day in the Life at 665lbs3:50 “Anakin Saved My Life”6:04 The Vicious Cycle of Food Addiction12:23 How Do You Get to 665lbs?17:53 Hitting the Three-Week Wall22:01 The Meaning Behind His Music29:06 Performing “Fallen Angel”35:00 The Abuse No One Saw39:48 The Song That Changed Everything44:38 “If It Doesn’t Move You, It’s Not a Good Song”47:24 That Song Is for People Who Want to Die54:50 If You're Not Accepted, Create Something Better59:07 The $1 Magic TrickGuest Info:Instagram: @massofman (https://www.instagram.com/massofman/)YouTube: @massofman (https://www.youtube.com/MASSOFMAN)-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

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• The One Shift Eddie Maalouf Made That Took Him From Insecure Kid To Millionaire Entrepreneur

  In this powerful episode, I sit down with Eddie Maalouf, entrepreneur, marketing genius, and the living proof that who you were doesn't have to define who you become. From betrayal in business that could've shattered him to completely reinventing his identity in college, Eddie shares the pivotal moments that built his resilience and unstoppable drive. We dive deep into the hard lessons he learned building multi-million-dollar companies, the brutal realities of betrayal and trust, and the mindset shifts that turned temporary pain into lifelong power.Eddie opens up about the hardest day of his professional life, the importance of choosing your identity, the power of the law of attraction, and why believing you're "good enough" changes everything. He also shares the wild story of how he met his wife overseas and how trusting his intuition changed his life forever.If you're feeling stuck, doubting your potential, or afraid to take that next step, Eddie’s story will move you, challenge you, and remind you: your dream life is a decision away.This one is packed with raw wisdom, real emotion, and practical lessons you don't want to miss.Welcome to one of the most inspiring conversations we’ve had yet.Key Moments:0:00 The Emotional Story of Eddie’s Professional Life5:01 Turning Doubt Into Fuel8:05 Why Money Solves, But Doesn’t Fulfill12:30 Loving the Game, Not Just the Reward14:39 Eddie Completely Changed His Life Through Action20:00 How He Manifested Meeting His Wife29:43 How Eddie Dealt with Business Betrayal33:08 The Root of His Passion for Helping People41:00 Scaling Businesses Through Delegation and Top Talent45:58 Eddie’s Surprisingly Profitable Side Hustle50:00 Why Top Talent is Everything in Business54:00 The Power of Thinking Bigger, SoonerGuest Info:Instagram: @eddiemaalouf (https://www.instagram.com/eddiemaalouf/)Instagram: @badmarketing (https://www.instagram.com/badmarketing/)Website: https://www.badmarketing.com/-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

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