The Jimmy Rex Show

#707 - Chance Duncan - Joined Jimmy's Coaching Group at 18... What It Looks Like to Have Massive Success at a Young Age

At just 18 years old, Chance Duncan made a decision that completely changed the trajectory of his life.After hearing Jimmy speak at an event, Chance invested in coaching before he could comfortably afford it. A few short years later, he's leading more than 250 salespeople, building businesses, investing in real estate, and preparing for marriage—all before most people have figured out what they want to do with their lives.In this conversation, Chance shares how mentorship, personal responsibility, faith, and relentless self-improvement helped him create extraordinary opportunities. Jimmy and Chance also discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, door-to-door sales, coaching, personal development, spirituality, and why young people today have more opportunity than ever before.If you're looking for motivation to stop making excuses and start building the life you want, this episode is for you.Follow Chance Duncan: IG

#706 - Makenna Gibbons - How to Recover From a Nationwide Public Scandal

Makenna Gibbons became part of one of Utah’s most public scandals when the “Mormon swinging” story exploded online in 2022. Behind the viral headlines, Makenna was simultaneously dealing with infidelity, divorce, motherhood, public scrutiny, and the collapse of the life she knew.In this episode, Makenna sits down with Jimmy to tell her side of the story and, more importantly, share what happened after the headlines faded. She talks about the boundaries she wishes she had protected, how group dynamics and alcohol contributed to decisions she regrets, the painful process of rebuilding her identity, and what years of therapy taught her about accountability without shame.Makenna also opens up about rebuilding a healthy co-parenting relationship with her ex-husband, getting remarried, learning to trust herself again, and why she believes even the darkest seasons eventually end.This conversation is ultimately about what happens when your worst mistakes become public—and how you rebuild a life you’re proud of afterward.Follow Makenna Gibbons: IG

#705 - Dr. Kirk Moore - Utah Plastic Surgeon Vindicated After Arrest for Forging COVID Vaccine Cards

Dr. Kirk Moore never expected to become one of the most controversial doctors in America.After questioning COVID policies and helping people who didn't want the vaccine, the Utah plastic surgeon became the target of a federal investigation. He was arrested, faced decades in prison, spent time in jail, and ultimately watched his case become a national story before it was dismissed.In this episode, Jimmy and Dr. Moore discuss the events that led to his prosecution, the cost of standing by his convictions, what he learned about medicine and government during the pandemic, and why he says he would make the same decisions again.Whether you agree with his views or not, this conversation explores conviction, personal sacrifice, and the consequences of challenging powerful institutions.Follow Dr. Kirk Moore: IGFreedom Surgical Utah: IG

#704 - Jeff Strong - Author of "Torn" Shares Why People Are Leaving the LDS Church

Why are so many people leaving the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and what can families do to preserve their relationships when it happens?Jimmy sits down with Jeff Strong, author of Torn, for one of the most thoughtful and compassionate conversations ever featured on the podcast. Drawing from years of research, leadership as a bishop and mission president, and his own family's experience, Jeff shares what he learned about faith transitions, church culture, and why so many people feel misunderstood during one of the most difficult seasons of their lives.Rather than debating doctrine, this episode explores empathy, curiosity, family relationships, vulnerability, and how people with deeply different beliefs can continue to love and understand one another.Whether you're an active member, former member, or simply interested in better conversations around faith, this episode offers wisdom that extends far beyond religion.Follow Jeff Strong: IG

#703 - Doug Cartwright - Facing Brain Cancer After Being Given 15 Months to Live

n one of the most emotional episodes of The Jimmy Rex Show, Jimmy sits down with entrepreneur, coach, and longtime friend Doug Cartwright just weeks after Doug was diagnosed with an aggressive glioblastoma brain tumor and given approximately 15 months to live.Doug shares the incredible story of how mysterious neurological symptoms led to an emergency brain surgery, the devastating diagnosis that followed, and why—despite facing death—he has found profound peace, gratitude, and purpose.Together they discuss mortality, spirituality, personal development, faith, love, AI-assisted medical research, experimental cancer treatments, and how embracing life fully changes everything when your time suddenly becomes uncertain.This is a conversation about far more than cancer—it's about how to truly live.Follow Doug Cartwright: IG