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Buried Riches

Episode Title: The Riches of Family, Faith, and Longevity: Lessons from Italy with Julian Kauffman (Part 2)

Release Date: June 9, 2026

Episode Description

What if the secret to a longer, healthier, and more meaningful life isn't found in a supplement bottle or the latest fitness trend? In Part 2 of our conversation with Coach Julian Kauffman, we explore the habits, relationships, and cultural traditions that contribute to lasting health and fulfillment. Coach Kaufman shares practical advice on maintaining physical function as we age, including why simple movements like lunges may be one of the most important exercises you can do. The discussion then turns to Italy's famed Blue Zones and the remarkable communities where people regularly live past 100—and even 110—years of age. Coach Kaufman explains how diet, movement, family connections, and daily social interaction work together to create extraordinary longevity. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Coach Kaufman reflects on growing up without a father, learning to forgive, and discovering that the most important thing a man can do for his children is to be a faithful and loving husband. Finally, Coach Kaufman and EK explore the beauty of Italian culture, the importance of gathering around the family table, and how strong relationships may be one of the greatest treasures we can cultivate in life.

In This Episode

• Why lunges may be the single best exercise for lifelong mobility
• The connection between movement and healthy aging
• Italy's Blue Zones and the science of longevity
• The Mediterranean diet beyond the food itself
• Anchovies, rosemary tea, and nutrient-dense eating
• Growing up without a father and learning forgiveness
• Why being a great husband is the foundation of fatherhood
• Raising healthy children through example
• The importance of family meals and shared experiences
• How Italian culture fosters community and connection
• Building meaningful relationships in an increasingly isolated world
• Why community may be one of the most overlooked keys to health and happiness

Memorable Quote

"The most important thing a man does for his children is not being a father. The most important thing a man does for his children is being a husband."

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Production Credits

• Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Hosts: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Music: Wildflowers

Buried Riches Episode 19 Show Notes

Welcome back to Buried Riches, where we uncover the wisdom, experiences, and stories that shape extraordinary lives. Today we have a truly special conversation. Recorded atop Lookout Mountain at Sunset Rock overlooking the Tennessee River, In part one of a two-part series we talk to friend, former coach, entrepreneur, and mentor, Julian Kaufman. Julian's story begins with an Italian mother who survived the aftermath of World War II, a difficult childhood growing up without a father, and a life-changing encounter with a high school coach who simply cared enough to invest in a struggling young man. From there, Julian went on to coach football for three decades, build a successful fitness business, mentor countless young men, and continue living a life of purpose and service. In this conversation, we discuss faith, coaching, leadership, business, mentorship, personal responsibility, and what it means to live on mission regardless of your profession or season of life. Whether you're a coach, parent, business owner, leader, or simply someone looking for encouragement, I believe you'll find something meaningful in this conversation. Let's get started.

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Join EK’s Kingdom Team and become part of the mission. As a full-time, self-supported missionary, EK relies on partners like you to help make this work possible. By joining EK’s Kingdom Team, you’re not just supporting a ministry—you’re stepping into an adventure with eternal impact and helping change lives around the world.

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Production Credits

• Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Hosts: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Music: Wildflowers

Buried Riches Episode 18 Show Notes

In Part Two of this deeply personal conversation, Buried Riches continues its discussion with entrepreneur, missionary, and Live30A founder John Lyons. Moving beyond business and leadership, John opens up about the painful experiences that shaped his life and faith journey. From broken family dynamics and learning to forgive his father, to enduring the devastating loss of multiple children through miscarriage and stillbirth, this episode explores how pain can refine a person rather than destroy them. With honesty, vulnerability, and faith, John shares how suffering reshaped his understanding of love, purpose, fatherhood, forgiveness, and the importance of living fully present in the lives of others. This episode is filled with emotional honesty, wisdom, heartbreak, hope, and practical encouragement for anyone navigating pain, loss, forgiveness, or spiritual growth. At its core, this conversation reminds listeners that life’s greatest treasures are often discovered not in success or comfort, but in the courage to keep loving, forgiving, and showing up through difficult seasons.

Thanks for tuning in to today’s episode of Buried Riches, where we believe that beneath every story lies something eternal—truth, purpose, and treasure that can’t be bought or stolen. Each conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and uncover the richness hidden in the everyday: behind the pain, in the purpose, and within the people we often overlook. Our mission is simple: To dig deeper. To live differently. To inspire you to go on your own treasure hunt and change the world.

Want to Go Deeper?

Join EK’s Kingdom Team and become part of the mission. As a full-time, self-supported missionary, EK relies on partners like you to help make this work possible. By joining EK’s Kingdom Team, you’re not just supporting a ministry—you’re stepping into an adventure with eternal impact and helping change lives around the world.

Learn how to join EK’s Kingdom Team:

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ekslaughterkingdomteam

Learn more about Legacy Builders

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Let’s Stay Connected

If this episode encouraged or challenged you, please:

• Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform.
• Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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Production Credits

• Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Hosts: Marc Veazey & E.K. Slaughter
• Music: Wildflowers