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Equal Matters
by Rob Hunter
A true life podcast, diving deep into actual reality. Hosted by radio talk show host Rob Hunter, Equal Matters is a Community focused on Freedom filled with interviews and life lessons to broaden our perspectives and Grow through Knowledge. Topics will include the America's biggest political challenges from a national and local perspective, how your body works, and what was life like as a police officer. Guests include a U.S. Congressman, a retired New York City Police Officer, three amazing doctors, and a first term Arizona state representative. The adventure is just beginning. An adventure to help us understand each other, to broaden our perspectives, and seek solutions. "People fail to get along because they fear each other; they fear each other because they don't know each other; they don't know each other because they have not communicated with each other." -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Episodes
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Storytelling Built Humanity. Beks Roen Explains How.
Beks Roen has been reading since they were eighteen months old. Grew up the kid of a pastor. Got baptized in front of a couple thousand people and smacked the bishop across the face on the way out. None of that explains why total strangers, after watching Beks play Romeo in a New Hampshire forest...
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The Standard Bearer for Dining Out: VESPA in Sedona Sets the Bar
What does it take to stop fitting in and start setting the standard? In this episode, Rob takes us to a nondescript strip mall in Sedona, Arizona, sandwiched between a Whole Foods and a crystal shop, to break down a masterclass in industry disruption: VESPA Healthy Italian Café. By drawing a…
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Healthcare Isn't Working. Dr. Dawn Dalili Knows Why & What To Do
“Most of what we do is guesswork,” my doctor told me. I was in for my annual 15-minute physical. “Everyone is different,” he added. “We look at the labs, tap into our knowledge, and do our best to get you healthy.” I appreciate his honesty in exposing the reality of medicine. Thanks to insurance...
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Results Matter. How To Grow Your Business.
Small business owners I know are all struggling. “It’s harder to get the word out,” I’ve heard numerous times. Makes sense. We’re constantly bombarded with ads. The ad noise is less impactful than ever. Dave noticed a shift last year. What worked to get people in the door was no longer yielding...
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What You've Been Doing No Longer Works.
Things done changed said the Notorious BIG. What worked three years ago no longer does. Hell, what worked last year no longer works. Why? Prices are high. Uncertainty. Erosion of Trust. McDonald's has long been the Standard Bearer in fast food. But they've been slipping. Marketing efforts for…
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Getting MS Is One Of The Better Things That Happened To Me with Dave Riccio
When Dave Riccio’s body failed him overnight, he embarked on a journey of change. He asked himself, "Who am I now?" Dave went from being an employee to owning a business. He runs that business by breaking a few industry rules. Starting with heart-centered service. During his journey, he realized...
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Fitting In Leads to Misery. Here's how to Stand Apart.
Fitting in leads to misery. 70 percent admit to fitting in out of fear. Leaders too. Only 2 percent would provide honest feedback in a low-stakes situation. One business owner shied away from a new offer because of criticism. That's the fear of standing apart. "I'll never do business with you...
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Fauci's Real Legacy (Hint: It's Not Outrage or Worship).
Half think Dr. Anthony Fauci is a hero. Half are outraged that he pled the Fifth over 100 times in front of Congress. I'm neither. Because beneath the worship and anger is his true legacy. One I learned covering the pandemic every day on the radio. You are your own authority. You create your own...
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$82 Steak Mediocrity Is A Sign Of The Times
I paid $82 for a steak at one of America's most famous steakhouses. It tasted like a 6 out of 10. That disappointment led to a bigger question and a bigger message. Smith & Wollensky boldly calls itself America's Steakhouse. They have the setting to back it up. White tablecloths. Big windows...
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The Grind Is Not The Answer with Eric Walters From A Taste of AZ
What happens when the biggest leap of faith in your life turns out to be the easiest part? On the debut episode of Storytime, Rob Hunter sits down with longtime friend, colleague, and founder of A Taste of AZ, Eric Walters. While moving 2,000 miles from Ohio to Arizona, quitting a stable job, and...
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What The Hell Happened to Russell & Hunter?
Russell & Hunter was the top-rated show in Phoenix. Then it disappeared. Here's why. I'm Rob Hunter. For 4 years, my big brother Mike Russell and I rocked the mic on 550 KFYI. This was my calling. My dream. And I was making great money. Until I walked away. This is why. It's a story that comes in...
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The Truth Is...I'm a Liar
Today, we're doing something a little crazy, a little outrageous, and completely off the wall: we’re telling the absolute truth. Fresh off an intense, eye-opening retreat in the red rocks of Sedona, Rob is stripping away the polished broadcaster persona to deliver a hard truth to leaders,...
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The World Is Looking For Standard Bearers
Boredom has crept across the land. Millions are uninspired by the current conditions. Technology, politics, wealth disparity. Clearly, we are divided. This is your opportunity to become a standard bearer. A standard bearer isn't satisfied with being number one or the best in their industry....
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One Word Almost Cost Me Everything. How to Rewrite Your Life Story.
One word had an outsized influence on my life story. That word is depression. Diagnosed at 19, I carried that word around like a guilty verdict for 20 years. A word that became the central theme in the story I was living. My story’s theme became a sentence. Depression became my label and my…
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You’re Being Played by AI (And You’ve Been Played Before)
You’ve been sold a story. By the government. By the media. By AI companies promising to save the world. By wellness gurus warning you that the train is leaving and you'd better get on. Most of the time, you don’t even know it’s happening. It’s part of our culture. That’s the power of language. It...
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Celebrating The Beauty in Life. Random connections, Surprises, & Being in the Moment
There is an economy bigger than oil. Bigger than tech. Bigger than anything Wall Street tracks. It is built on your emotions. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what I call the Division Economy. The invisible system that media companies, social platforms, advertisers, and marketers have...
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Stop Commanding The Room. Here's How To Change It.
You've been told to command the room your whole career. That advice is costing you promotions, deals, and the impact you've worked hard to earn. In this episode, Rob Hunter, 27-year broadcaster, #1 rated radio host, and Master of Communication, breaks down the fundamental difference between...
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You Gotta Want Success Like You Want Air. The Wisest Man In Phoenix, Clipper Kev, at the PHX Fades Barbershop
Most men don't have a place where they can just talk. Not perform. Not network. Not scroll. Just talk. The barbershop used to be that place. For a lot of us, it still is. Clipper Kev, owner of PHX Fades Barbershop, has been behind the chair for ten years. Ten thousand hours. Thirty-eight days in…
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Confessions of a Talk Show Host: How Language is Used to Divide Us and Who Gets Rich
Why is everyone so angry? Because your outrage is a trillion-dollar commodity. After 25 years behind the mic, talk show host Rob Hunter is pulling back the curtain on the "Division Economy." Voltaire said, "history does not repeat itself. Man does." Here's the pattern of man. Every four…
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The Aaron Judge "Speech" Scandal: Why the Internet is Dead Wrong
Stop Pitching. Start Telling Stories. The internet called it "the worst speech ever." When New York Yankees star Aaron Judge gave an impromptu pep talk to Team USA, social media trolls were quick to compare him to Hollywood scripts and rehearsed movie monologues. But they missed the point…
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You are the Quarterback of your life.
Great quarterbacks move on quickly after interceptions and that fascinates me. I studied and applied those lessons to my communication, especially in those big moments. Big moments when I had to lead, advocate for myself, and make a pitch. This is a preview of an episode on my Substack about how...
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Are You Grinding Your Career Away or Going All In on Yourself?
Every meeting is like a poker table. Whether you are pitching your idea or client. Every negotiation for a raise is a game. Every room is an opportunity, unless you stay on the sidelines. The movie Rounders teaches us that poker requires skills to win, so does life. Two characters offer two...
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Poor Communication Costs Small Businesses Six Figures. Here's a Couple Ideas to Improve Trust.
Small business owners, I have breaking news for you... Poor communication is costing you hundreds of thousands in revenue. One company in Phoenix lost all my future business and referrals because of it. We, your customers, want three things: Treat us well Make things easy Provide good value Miss...
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The $82 Billion Trust Test: Communication from Netflix & WBD
When Netflix announced its $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery on December 5, 2025, two CEOs had to communicate the same massive change to completely different audiences. The stakes couldn't be higher. 300 million Netflix subscribers. 128 million HBO Max users. 49,000 employees are...
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What The NFL's Dirtiest Player learned about C.L.E.A.R. Communication
Ndamukong Suh was nasty. He was fined and suspended. His teammates thought he was an ahole. But, Suh changed his ways. He got C.L.E.A.R. He learned how to improve his communication & emotional intelligence. In doing so, the most penalized player in the league became a respected leader and Super...
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What an NBA Player Teaches Us About Communication: Language Is Contagious
Game 7. Millions watching. And Tyrese Halliburton's secret weapon wasn't his jumpshot. Before the biggest game of his career, the Indiana Pacers star made one crucial decision: he refused to listen to "poison narratives" from sports media. While everyone else was talking, he was present. And that...
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Knocking On Doors In Maryvale with Rep. Analise Ortiz
Where a conversation can lead you... Rep. Analise Ortiz canvasses one of the oldest neighborhoods in Phoenix, knocking on doors. She gets out here often enough to have a callous on her knuckle. Ortiz just finished her first term in the House and is now running for state Senate. You'll meet...
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When Your Career Becomes Your Identity w/Erika Diaz
What happens when your identity gets wrapped up in work? For Erika Diaz it started with a dead squirrel at 14. The more accolades she received, the deeper her attachment to work. So much so she attended a partial hospitalization program to break the cycle. Erika takes the veil off mental health…
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Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer on Elections, Death Threats, & Hip Hop
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has been threatened and scrutinized. All because of his role. If you want to learn more about HOW elections work, this episode is for you. You'll hear about the intricacies and controversies surrounding elections in Maricopa County involving: Voter...
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A Self-Employed Life. Jeffrey Shaw On Creating his Businesses, Marketing Tips, & Coming Out at 44.
Jeffrey Shaw is a business coach, mentor, author, and speaker. And a fantastic human. Jeffrey started selling eggs at the age of 14. That's where his self employment life began. A journey that hasn't ended yet. Along the way, he's built a very successful photography and coaching business. He'll...
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Prioritize You: Coach Mycal Anders journey from the Marines to Entrepreneur to Coach
Meet Coach Mycal Anders. He's the founder of Next Level Performance Consulting in Scottsdale, Arizona. Coach Derz helps leaders who have given it all to their business and career reconnect with themselves. Hear about the transformative power of self-discovery, overcoming obstacles, and finding…
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$3 Trillion Borrowed: Congressman Schweikert On How To Control Spending.
The US Government borrowed $3 TRILLION in the past 365 days. This borrowing is taking place when interest rates are high. Which means $1.2 trillion is being spent on interest alone. Not educating kids. Not helping correct injustice. Nope. Congressman David Schweikert (R-AZ) joins the Equal…
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The Stagecoach Experience: 5 Benefits Of Exiting Your Comfort Zone
There are 5 benefits to getting out of your comfort zone. New experiences Broadens perspective Discovery Confidence Builder Compounds Rob Hunter explores these benefits after exiting his comfort zone during the country music festival Stagecoach. There he listened to music he never wanted to like,...
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Todd Anderson: Playing at MSU & The NFL, Losing A Cousin, & Getting Better Sleep
Todd Anderson embodies a walk-on mentality. Meaning he believes in putting in the effort to earn your spot. On the Earn It All podcast, Todd talks about how he developed his mentality during high school football. Lessons he carried with him to earn a walk-on spot at Michigan State University.…
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Affordable Housing Bill Vetoed in Arizona
Politics is an interesting business. One major challenge in Arizona is lack of affordable housing. In many ways, housing costs are amplified by government regulations. Something Arizona State Representative Analise Ortiz worked hard to remove with the Arizona Starter Homes Act. An act fellow...
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An Unfiltered Trip To New York City
New York City. A magical place. In this episode, join host Rob Hunter and his friend Rob Coppola (retired NYPD) on a journey through America's most populated city. You'll meet Peanut and Josh. Two New Yorkers who explain what life is really like there. You'll also hear from Dan. He's a tour guide...
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A Political Rally, A Community, & The Power of Listening
What is a community? Today, on Equal Matters we explore the term. In this case, Equal Matters visits a political election rally. Arizona Rep. Analise Ortiz and Arizona State Senator Anna Hernandez represent one of the lowest income areas of the state. It's a community not often visited by media.…
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Sinema's Exit Proves Politics Is Cinema
Independent Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema will not seek re-election. This throws the entire Senate into play. Sinema not only was a centrist, but prevented Democrats from removing the Senate filibuster. In her announcement, Sinema warns politics is becoming more extreme. On Equal Matters, we…
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Navigating Feedback, Riding Rides, & Changing Perspectives from Disneyland
Recorded live at DisneyLand California. Here's what you'll get in this episode: Amy Yackowski aka Mrs. Hunter (on how to build effective teams) How to change your mind & the benefits of doing so How Disney’s teams work well together in big pressure situations 6-year old Connor’s review of his...
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Life Is A Rollercoaster. A Review of Andre 3000's Journey & What It Teaches You
This is not a review of Andre 3000's new album, New Blue Sun. This is a review of Andre 3000's journey through life. And what his journey teaches us about trying something new. Trying something new causes change. Change is hard. Change rubs people the wrong way. But, change broadens your...
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How Do You Define Success?
Pay attention to social media and you'll hear influencers define success one way. Money. No doubt, earning money is wonderful. Money affords you not just security, but freedom as well. But, it's not the only way to be successful. My wife, Mrs. Hunter, joins us today to discuss how our definitions...
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Six Major Mistakes I've Made Pursuing My Dream
I'm fortunate to have chased my dreams. The pursuit isn't all sunshine and roses. Oh no, there's clouds and thorns. Because the chase comes many lesson to learn. Today, six major mistakes I've made. Personal ones. Ones that impacted how I viewed myself, my relationships with loved ones, and just...
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8 Life Lessons Learned After Pursuing My Dream Career
Hi, I'm Rob Hunter. For 23-years I pursued the dream of becoming a radio talk show host. I achieved that dream. And have just changed careers at the age of 45. Today, lessons in what I've learned. Going for it comes with sacrifice, but brings rewards. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. However,...
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Why I'm Changing Careers At 45
For 23 years I've pursued a career as a radio talk show host. It was my dream. A dream that I have now fulfilled. For the past three and a half years, my big brother Mike Russell and I took Russell & Hunter to #1 in the ratings. I'm ready to have a different conversation. Still about freedom.…
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A Portrait Of A Band: The Color 8
If you've ever wondered what it was like to be in a touring band, you're about to find out. Before and after a live performance in Mesa, Arizona, The Color 8 let's us into their world. You'll learn about how they operate as a band. You will also hear clips from this performance. The Color 8 is...
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A Personal Story: Changing Effectively By Understanding What You Can Control.
Change happens. One of the best tools to manage change is called the dichotomy of control. Here's how I learned this lesson the hard way. 2007 was a pivotal year for me. A year of massive change. I moved to Phoenix and adapted to working on the Darrell Ankarlo Show. Darrell was an incredible…
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Why Travel Enriches Your Life with Charlie Crull From Cruise & Tour
Traveling is one of life's most rewarding experiences. Traveling together is even better. Charlie Crull is the Vice President of Group Operations with Cruise & Tour. They put together unique tours that you can't get anywhere else. With Charlie we talk about some travel adventures we've had. I've...
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Decisions, Patterns, & Results. From You to 9/11 to Ukraine.
Equal Matters explores realism, depth, & knowledge. Decisions create patterns. Decisions lead to results. Looking at those results truthfully is what allows you to change for the better. Almost all Americans agree, we'd like to change for the better. But, how? Change requires honesty, effort, and...
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From Afghanistan To Ground Zero: Decisions Leading up to 9/11, A Reflection.
Decisions determine direction. Prior to 9/11/01 there were key decisions made by US Presidents. To fund the Afghan resistance against a Russian invasion, to launch a war against Iraq in '91, to not kill Osama bin Laden in 1998. All tough decisions. Decisions that continue to ripple through time...
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How to Sleep Better with Dr. Steve Hruby
Sleep is critically important. For most of my life, I didn't think this was true. So I always overextended myself. Until a schedule change brought a blessing of more sleep. Not just more sleep, better sleep. Dr. Steve Hruby focuses on overall health which ties into sleep. Today, he shares what…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A true life podcast, diving deep into actual reality.
Hosted by radio talk show host Rob Hunter, Equal Matters is a Community focused on Freedom filled with interviews and life lessons to broaden our perspectives and Grow through Knowledge.
Topics will include the America's biggest political challenges from a national and local perspective, how your body works, and what was life like as a police officer.
Guests include a U.S. Congressman, a retired New York City Police Officer, three amazing doctors, and a first term Arizona state representative.
The adventure is just beginning. An adventure to help us understand each other, to broaden our perspectives, and seek solutions.
"People fail to get along because they fear each other; they fear each other because they don't know each other; they don't know each other because they have not communicated with each other."
-Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
HOSTED BY
Rob Hunter
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