Epic Spotlight Podcast

Epic Spotlight is a self-improvement podcast focused on helping you build a healthier, wealthier, and more fulfilling life. Hosted by mortgage expert and author Dante Royster, the show explores the real-world lessons behind Health, Wealth, Love, and Happiness — delivering practical guidance, personal growth strategies, and mindset shifts that support long-term success. Through inspiring guest conversations and actionable insights, Epic Spotlight challenges listeners to think bigger, live more intentionally, and make smarter decisions in their personal and financial lives. Inside each episode, you’ll learn how to: Strengthen your mindset and personal discipline Build financial confidence and long-term stability Improve relationships, purpose, and life balance Create sustainable success in both life and business Whether you’re focused on

Epic Spotlight Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Dante Royster, with 110 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #111

  Chris Kidd: Becoming a Millionaire by 24 Through Cash Flow, Investing, and Smart Risk

  Aug 20, 202640 minS1

  What if building wealth has less to do with how much you earn and more with how you think about money? In this episode, Chris Kidd shares the mindset shifts, investing principles, and daily habits that helped him become a millionaire by age 24, and explains why learning to make money work for you is more important than simply earning more. In this episode, Dante and Chris discuss: Broken traditional path of job, pension, and retirement Deprogramming from consumer mindset to investor mindset Cash flow, inflation, and why "storing" money beats simply saving it Managing investment risk through structured options strategies Habits, routines, risk-taking, and lifelong learning for wealth Key Takeaways:  The traditional “go to school, get a job, save, retire” path is increasingly broken as inflation, medical costs, and longer lifespans outpace fixed retirement savings. Financial progress depends less on income and more on strategy, specifically learning to make money work for you instead of only trading hours for dollars. Shifting from a consumer mindset (“What can I buy?”) to an investor mindset (“How can I grow this?”) radically changes long-term outcomes. Risk is unavoidable if you want to grow, but it doesn’t have to be reckless; education, structure, and a strong team can dramatically reduce downside. Consistency in habits, routines, and ongoing education, especially through books and mentors, is a common denominator among high achievers in any field.   “Go for it. Don't play life scared… everything involves risk, and to grow big, you have to take risks. But a risk does not have to be risky; there is a difference.” - Chris Kidd About Chris Kidd: Chris Kidd is a financial coach, investor, entrepreneur, and business growth strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals and business owners build wealth, grow successful businesses, and achieve financial freedom. He became a millionaire at 24 and has since built expertise in business growth, commercial real estate, options trading, and financial coaching. A former co-host of the nationally syndicated Price of Business radio show, Chris is known for turning complex financial concepts into practical strategies. His coaching focuses on the mindset, discipline, and systems needed to build lasting wealth, create generational assets, and achieve greater financial freedom. Connect with Chris Kidd: Website: https://chriskidd.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskiddfinancialcoach/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chriskiddenterprises   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financialcoachkidd/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@financialcoachkid   Connect with Dante Royster: Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/ Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086 Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086 Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ “The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Mortgage-Guide-Secure-Best/dp/1956220631   LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster YouTube: Epic Spotlight  Email: dante@epic.mortgage    The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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  Episode #110

  Dwan Bent-Twyford: People Before Profit in Real Estate Investing

  Aug 13, 202638 minS1

  From hoarder houses to entire downtown blocks, this episode walks through how one investor turned distressed properties into generational wealth by putting people before profit. In this episode, Dante and Dwan discuss: Misconceptions about “get rich quick” real estate investing First hoarder-house rehab and learning construction from scratch How technology changed finding deals and building trust “People before profit” and ethics in working with distressed sellers Creative/owner financing and revitalizing a small Iowa downtown Key Takeaways:  Sustainable real estate success requires far more work, patience, and realism than “fix and flip for quick cash” narratives suggest. You don’t need to know everything on day one; you can skill up deal by deal using classes, tools, and hands-on experimentation. Prioritizing the homeowner’s outcome, especially in distress or foreclosure, builds a reputation that ultimately leads to more and better opportunities. Creative financing, particularly owner financing with multiple-offer structures, can unlock properties and portfolios that traditional bank loans never could. Generational wealth is intentional: someone in the family must be the first to build, systematize, and protect assets so they last beyond a single lifetime.   “You need to put the people over the profit. Because when you start doing that, you're going to find out you're going to lose all your deals because you're going to get a bunch of bad juju on you, and nobody's going to want to work with you.” - Dwan Bent-Twyford About Dwan Bent-Twyford: Dwan Bent-Twyford is a 30-year veteran real estate investor who has flipped over 2,000 properties and is recognized as one of America’s most sought-after real estate experts. She specializes in passive income, rentals, fix-and-flips, creative financing, commercial properties, and more, while teaching the A-to-Z of real estate investing through her podcast. As the creator and trademark holder of the term “Short Sales” in real estate investing, Dwan brings decades of experience, incredible industry connections, and unique insights from top experts. Beyond money, she focuses on personal growth and well-being, guided by her motto: “People Before Profits.” She is also a three-time bestselling author and a trusted guest across podcasts, media, radio, and television. Connect with Dwan Bent-Twyford: Website: https://dwanderful.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwanbenttwyford/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dwanderful   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwanderful/   Connect with Dante Royster: Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/ Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086 Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086 Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ “The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Mortgage-Guide-Secure-Best/dp/1956220631   LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster YouTube: Epic Spotlight  Email: dante@epic.mortgage    The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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  Episode #109

  99% of People Miss This About Success with Dante Royster

  Aug 6, 202625 minS1

  Most people try to fix their circumstances, but what if the real work is changing how you see? In this episode, Dante connects three powerful conversations into a blueprint for better leadership, relationships, and life.  In this episode, Dante discusses: Self-awareness as the foundation for change and leadership Conflict as feedback and opportunity, not failure Solving root causes versus treating symptoms Growth, discomfort, and the “seasons” of business and life Using questions, AI, and self-audits to uncover blind spots Key Takeaways:  Real change starts with awareness; you can’t improve what you don’t understand about yourself or your situation. Conflict is not the enemy; it’s feedback that, when addressed honestly, can deepen understanding and prevent bigger blow-ups later. Many people waste energy solving surface-level symptoms instead of taking the time to identify and address the true root problem. Growth is inherently uncomfortable, much like growing pains, and learning the “seasons” of your life or business helps you navigate that discomfort more wisely. Asking better questions of yourself, others, and even AI reveals blind spots, clarifies priorities, and leads to more intentional leadership and living.   “We spend most of our lives trying to change our circumstances when the real work is changing how we see.” - Dante Royster Connect with Dante Royster: Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/ Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086 Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086 Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ “The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Mortgage-Guide-Secure-Best/dp/1956220631   LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster YouTube: Epic Spotlight  Email: dante@epic.mortgage    The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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  Episode #108

  Dr. Don Norman: It’s Not Your Fault, It’s Bad Design

  Jul 30, 202641 minS1

  Most people blame themselves for “bad decisions,” but this episode reveals how broken systems and bad design are often really to blame. Dr. Don Norman explains how everyday design failures, from confusing doors and stove controls to nuclear power plants, quietly shape our choices and our lives. In this episode, Dante and Dr. Don discuss: System design vs. personal failure in financial decisions Everyday bad design (“Norman doors,” stoves, light switches) Human error types: slips, capture errors, description errors AI as a collaborative assistant for better decision-making and design Emotional design, creativity, and redesigning economic incentives Key Takeaways:  Many “bad decisions,” especially in complex areas like finance or home buying, stem less from individual failure and more from systems that are confusing, opaque, and poorly designed. People naturally blame themselves when they can’t operate everyday objects, but in reality, much of the frustration comes from flawed design that ignores how humans actually think and behave. Human errors are often predictable rather than random. Capture errors, description errors, and slips become more likely when routines, time pressure, or confusing interfaces work against us. Generative AI represents a step-change in technology: used as a collaborator rather than a replacement, it can augment human judgment, surface hidden issues, and make complex decisions more informed. Truly impactful design and even economic systems should optimize for long-term quality of life and community well-being, not short-term profits or sales metrics, and often require “mavericks” who challenge the way things have always been done.   “One of the reasons that it's hard to detect dementia and Alzheimer's is because a lot of the errors that are caused by the disease are also the kind of errors we do every day.” - Dr. Don Norman About Dr. Don Norman: Don Norman is Distinguished Professor Emeritus and Founder of the Design Lab at the University of California, San Diego. He previously served as Vice President of Advanced Technology at Apple and an executive at HP, and is the co-founder of the Nielsen Norman Group. A member of the National Academy of Engineering, he has received numerous honors, including lifetime achievement awards from ACM and the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, as well as the 2022 Frontier Design Prize. He currently advises Tongji University in Shanghai and the School of Design at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Don has authored 21 books translated into more than 20 languages, including The Design of Everyday Things and Emotional Design. His latest book is Design for a Better World: Meaningful, Sustainable, Humanity-Centered. Connect with Dr. Don Norman: Website: https://jnd.org/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnorman/   Book - The Design of Everyday Things: https://www.amazon.com/Design-Everyday-Things-Revised-Expanded/dp/0465050654   Connect with Dante Royster: Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/ Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086 Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086 Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ “The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Mortgage-Guide-Secure-Best/dp/1956220631   LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster YouTube: Epic Spotlight  Email: dante@epic.mortgage    The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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  Episode #107

  Dr. Richard Trammel: How Athletes Collapse Under Pressure and How to Stop It

  Jul 23, 202649 minS1

  What really causes athletes to crumble when everything is on the line? In this episode, we dive into the fear of failure, the fight-or-flight response, and how mental skills can change a career. In this episode, Dante and Dr. Richard discuss: Fear of failure vs. practice performance Fight-or-flight, the brain, and performance under pressure Why coaches and sports psychologists must work together to unlock peak performance Age-specific fears: kids, teens, college, and pros How coaches, teammates, and mental skills influence performance Key Takeaways:  The single biggest difference between practice and competition is the presence of consequences, which introduces fear of failure and disrupts performance. When the brain perceives danger, whether real or imagined, it triggers a fight, flight, or freeze response that tightens the body and narrows focus, making smooth athletic performance nearly impossible. Personality traits, such as being highly self-critical or living “in your own head,” can make athletes more vulnerable to pressure, even if their physical skills are elite. The primary fear shifts with age: young kids fear letting parents down, teens fear judgment and exposure as a “fraud,” college athletes fear losing scholarships, and pros fear losing their entire career. One of the most powerful mental tools is learning to talk to yourself like a supportive teammate, replacing harsh self-criticism with kind, constructive self-talk to protect confidence and self-esteem.   “For good or bad, fear drives motivation, and so then, therefore, if you do not know how to deal with it psychologically, you're more than likely you're going to negatively, you will experience negative results from not knowing how to deal with.” - Dr. Richard Trammel About Dr. Richard Trammel: Dr. Richard Trammel is one of the most credentialed sport psychology coaches in the United States, combining elite athletic experience, business leadership, and advanced academic training. With more than 30 years of competing and teaching golf, he played professionally from 1989 to 1996 and later coached amateur and professional golfers across the United States and Europe. He also founded ShotSavers Golf, Inc., where he invented and manufactured golf training products, built a global affiliate network, earned a U.S. patent, and published work in golf instruction. Driven by a passion for the mental side of performance, Dr. Trammel earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama (summa cum laude), a Master’s degree from Springfield College, and a Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Western States (with distinction), along with MBA studies at Auburn University. As a P.G.A. professional, he combines real-world athletic experience with psychological expertise to help athletes develop the mindset, discipline, and mental strategies needed to perform at their best. Connect with Dr. Richard Trammel: Website: https://level3sports.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrichardtrammel/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/level3sportspsychology   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/level.3.sports.psychology/   Connect with Dante Royster: Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/ Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086 Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086 Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/ “The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Mortgage-Guide-Secure-Best/dp/1956220631   LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster YouTube: Epic Spotlight  Email: dante@epic.mortgage    The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas Show notes by Podcastologist: Francine Poblete Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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