This is The Level Up Lifestyle, the podcast that tells authentic stories and real journeys to success.

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A story engages people more than any type of communication.

It draws them in, creates curiosity, and when it’s a good story, they are fully invested at the end. Globe Life Family Heritage Division is excited to announce a new podcast: Level Up Lifestyle, a weekly look into authentic stories from fellow agents and leaders with inspiring journeys of success. The Level Up Lifestyle podcast is a tool of inspiration for you, your team members, recruits, and clients. Share the stories. Level up your life! 

Overcoming Poverty to Longevity & Success

JANUARY 26, 2026

Today, Rebekah sits down with Agency Owner Barry Bandera. Barry's journey began in Arlington, Texas, where his parents' divorce at age 10 shifted his family from a colonial home to a three-bedroom apartment across the tracks. Through outworking everyone around him, embracing the fear of being poor, and learning that longevity means committing to something and sticking with it, Barry built an extraordinary career proving that the best way to level up is through mastering work ethic.

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Traveling the Globe and Finding Stillness

FEBRUARY 2, 2026

Today, Rebekah sits down with Agency Owner Dillon Buck. Dillon's journey began in Basalt, Colorado, where skiing was a rite of passage and snowboarding became his competitive outlet from age thirteen. After traveling the world on Semester at Sea, he faced the choice between a comfortable graphic design internship in Austria and eighty hours a week of rejection. Through creating ten non-negotiables for his career and learning that stillness is the foundation for showing up as the leader, husband, and father he wants to be, Dillon built an extraordinary career proving that who you want to become matters more than what you want to do.

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Burnout, Vision, and Leading from the Front with Agency Owners Barry Bandera and Dillon Buck

FEBRUARY 9, 2026

Today, Rebekah sits down with Agency Owners Barry Bandera and Dillon Buck. Barry brings over thirty years of consistent leadership, while Dillon represents a new generation of leaders. They break down what it really takes to develop into a true leader. Through leading from the front, treating people how they want to be treated, and finding more joy in others' success than their own, Barry and Dillon prove that real leadership means being willing to do everything you ask of others.

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Host

Rebekah Samuels

As the Level Up Lifestyle Podcast host and the Director of Leadership and Development, Rebekah Samuels develops leaders and drives agency growth. With over 15 years of strategic leadership experience, including a strong background in hosting awards shows and training thousands of professionals, she specializes in aligning talent development with business goals and inspires leaders to exceed expectations — both in business and in life.

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This is The Level Up Lifestyle, the podcast that tells authentic stories and real journeys to success. Hear firsthand from top leaders about their insurmountable challenges, their breakthroughs, and the moments that defined their path to the next level.

Featured Guests

Barry Bandera

Barry Bandera
Agency Owner, The Bandera Agency

With 30 years of dedicated service at Family Heritage, Barry has built his entire career around protecting families. Throughout his tenure, he has earned multiple achievements, including 4-time membership on the FHD Growth Council, the Howard L Lewis Heritage Award, and leading the 2nd highest producing Agency in company history. His three decades of experience as an Agency Owner and passion for fostering meaningful client relationships have established him as a trusted authority on how life-changing protection plans secure families' financial futures.

Dillon Buck

Dillon Buck
Agency Owner, The Buck Agency

Dillon Buck saw Family Heritage as more than an opportunity; he saw a long-term path to growth. Since his start in 2020, Dillon has helped scale teams to remarkable heights through NAP growth, all while ranking within the top 10 of all Sales Professionals. His performance earned him a promotion to Agency Owner, where his ability to grow teams and drive results creates opportunities for future generations. Dillon has dedicated his career to building high-performing teams, mentoring leaders, and creating systems that prioritize growth, ownership, and long-term impact over short-term wins.

Robin Monsky

Robin Monsky
Sales Professional, The Perryman Agency

As a pioneer in sports media, Robin Monsky established herself as a prominent figure in the industry before transitioning to Family Heritage Division in 2020. In just four years, Robin has become a top-performing agent, earning Illinois Board of Governors recognition, the Ascend Award for $3 million in NAP, and Eagle recognition for 152 weeks. Known for her ability to connect and communicate, she quickly stood out through her dedication and discipline. Robin has dedicated her career to helping families find insurance solutions that protect what matters most.

David Villaseñor

David Villaseñor
Field Director, Bandera Agency

Since 1998, David Villasenor has helped protect thousands of families through Family Heritage Division, building a career defined by consistency and reliability. David has cemented himself as one of the elite performers in Family Heritage, earning the number one spot in multiple categories, including Premium Lifetime NAP, Eagle recognition, and the I Dare You award. Known for exceptional customer service and genuine relationship-building, he takes pride in delivering excellence, earning trust, and creating long-term value for every client he serves.

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