In this powerful episode, Casey Baugh sits down with long-time friend and All-American wrestler Ben Kjar for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, adversity, and becoming the kind of person who stands out—on purpose. From surviving childhood bullying to becoming Utah Valley University’s first All-American, Ben shares what it takes to turn pain into fuel, pressure into performance, and setbacks into legacy. Ben opens up about living with Crouzon Syndrome, calling his shot as a teen, building elite discipline, and the upcoming release of his inspiring feature film Stand Out . This isn’t just a story of success—it’s a blueprint for how to live bold, focused, and fully committed to your calling. 00:00 | Missionary Beginnings & Lifelong Friendship 03:58 | Wrestling Origins & Crouzon Syndrome 06:39 | Calling the Shot: Becoming a 3X State Champion 08:55 | Childhood Trauma That Sparked Transformation 12:39 | Choosing Power Over Victimhood 18:10 | Lessons from Jesus: Grace vs. Retaliation 24:31 | UVU Wrestling & Sacrificing for the Dream 26:45 | Be Disobedient to Average 29:42 | The Power of Shot-Calling & Deadlines 32:57 | Translating Athletic Principles to Life 35:07 | Expanding Worldviews Through Experience 41:56 | Letting Go to Go All In 44:43 | Becoming UVU’s First All-American 48:01 | Grit, Redemption & Spitting in Fear’s Face 54:15 | Impact of Focused Commitment 57:25 | From Real Estate to Life Purpose 01:02:00 | Family, Adoption & Unwavering Support 01:06:09 | Speaking with Purpose & Creating Legacy 01:09:03 | Trust, Belief & Living with Intention 01:15:08 | Behind the Film “Stand Out” 01:21:00 | Final Reflections & Lasting Impact Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
