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Timestamps:

00:00 — “Who are you?”

02:22 — Why structure, simplicity, and consistency matter more than ever

04:35 — The real reason Marc wants to relaunch Behind the Human on YouTube

05:18 — David’s early fascination with YouTube and creator culture

08:09 — The pressure of leadership, parenthood, and burnout at YouTube

10:22 — David opens up about depression and taking mental health leave

11:18 — The conversation that changed his entire career path

13:48 — Why health and fitness became his true calling

17:39 — The biggest misconception creators have about YouTube

20:04 — Why thumbnails and titles matter more than most people realize

23:50 — Can creators grow without fear-based clickbait?

29:48 — Why the first 30 seconds of a video determine everything

31:40 — Marc explains the deeper mission behind “mental fitness”

34:16 — How to find your unique positioning on YouTube

37:50 — The power of niching down through personal story

40:32 — The simplest content strategy for podcasts on YouTube

45:47 — How creators stay motivated before the numbers show up

50:24 — Why community matters more than vanity metrics

51:49 — The myth that creators need millions of followers to succeed

54:24 — Where YouTube is betting big over the next decade

56:51 — David’s mission to amplify better voices in health and wellness

58:10 — Why communication may be the most important health tool of all

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Cecily Mak explores the space most people live in—but rarely talk about: the in-between. Not addiction, not crisis but the awareness that something in your life no longer feels aligned.

Through her journey of stepping away from alcohol, Cecily discovered that the real work was about listening. Listening to intuition, to patterns, to the subtle negotiations we make with ourselves every day.

This conversation goes far beyond habits. It’s about identity, self-awareness, and the courage to create space in a world designed to keep you distracted.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:00 — A dream, a council of elders, and messages from lineage

06:30 — Dream vs. visitation: when insight feels real

09:30 — Why writing becomes a tool for healing and clarity

12:30 — The unexpected path to writing Undimmed

15:00 — Following curiosity vs. forcing purpose

18:00 — Why most people can’t hear their intuition

21:00 — The moment Cecily stepped away from alcohol

24:00 — Exploring family history and unresolved trauma

28:00 — Why your first book looks back—and your second looks inward

30:30 — The “in-between” relationship with alcohol most people live in

32:00 — The spiral of self-negotiation and quiet shame

33:30 — The concept of self-grace: “How human of me”

35:00 — Awareness as the real starting point for change

38:00 — Conscious choice vs. “fuck it” decision-making

39:30 — Busyness as a socially accepted addiction

41:30 — Weekly, seasonal, and quarterly life audits

43:00 — The power of solitude and intentional retreats

46:00 — Why most people don’t prioritize recovery for the mind

49:00 — You don’t need a mountain—you can create space anywhere

50:30 — Micro-pauses as a daily superpower

51:30 — What Cecily hopes readers feel after finishing the book

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Csaba Lucas shares a radically different perspective on what it means to be human—shaped by a childhood in socialist Hungary, years of elite athletic training, and decades spent living with tribal cultures across Africa, the Amazon, and beyond.

From learning meditation through pain… to understanding the human body through survival… to witnessing how modern systems disconnect us from ourselves, this conversation challenges nearly every assumption we hold about health, longevity, and identity.

Csaba breaks down why most modern “optimization” is missing the point, how we’ve become disconnected from our natural intelligence, and why the future will reward those who deeply understand themselves.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:00 — Why most people don’t actually know who they are

05:00 — Childhood in Hungary: freedom, forests, and early awareness

10:00 — Discovering meditation through pop culture and intuition

14:00 — Training in a brutal athletic system and learning through pain

20:00 — Why struggle and “edges” are essential for growth

26:00 — Moving from socialism to capitalism—and seeing both clearly

32:00 — The question that changed everything: what does it mean to be human?

38:00 — Living with tribes across Africa, the Amazon, and beyond

45:00 — What tracking animals reveals about the human brain

52:00 — Why modern life disconnects us from our natural intelligence

58:00 — The truth about running, movement, and human design

1:05:00 — Why most fitness and longevity advice is flawed

1:12:00 — The danger of modern “optimization” culture

1:18:00 — How technology and AI can either free you—or control you

1:24:00 — Why knowing yourself is no longer optional

1:30:00 — The biggest mistake people make in health and longevity

1:35:00 — Why most people follow instead of thinking for themselves

1:40:00 — Final reflections: reclaiming agency in a modern world

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Julie Meyer spent decades building a global consulting firm, working with some of the world’s biggest brands.

Julie opens up about the reality behind high performance—the patterns, pressure, and identity tied to achievement—and what it took to step away from it all.

From becoming a “recovering hustler” to embracing a slower, more intentional chapter of life, Julie shares what it means to rebuild from the inside out.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:00 — Julie’s current chapter: joy, intention, and awareness

03:15 — The perspective shift that comes with life experience

05:00 — “Recovering hustler”: her early identity and self-doubt

06:30 — Failing school, rebelling, and finding her own path

08:30 — Only child mindset and entrepreneurial imagination

10:50 — Leaving corporate life and starting her first business at 24

13:30 — Moving to China and building a business from scratch

15:00 — The minivan sales story that sparked Eat Well Global

17:30 — Building a global consulting firm with major clients

20:00 — Mental fitness during high-growth years

22:00 — The hidden challenge: needing variety vs. staying focused

24:30 — When success starts to feel misaligned

25:30 — The moment things started to break internally

29:40 — Getting sober and confronting deeper patterns

31:00 — Letting go of identity and external validation

32:00 — Following “green flags” into a completely new chapter

33:30 — Becoming a professor (and why it surprised her)

34:00 — The inner voice of pressure and how she calms it

38:00 — Journaling, fear mapping, and mental resets

40:00 — The “living under a bridge” mental trap

42:30 — Why everyone is struggling more than they show

43:30 — What she’s learning from the next generation

45:30 — Teaching, boundaries, and leadership lessons

47:00 — Creating space and protecting energy

49:00 — Finding joy outside of work (pickleball + play)

50:30 — What truly makes her smile today

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Ben Katt shares the moment that forced him to confront a truth most people avoid: you can build a life that looks meaningful on the outside—and still feel completely disconnected on the inside.

After years as a pastor serving others, Ben hit a breaking point that exposed how much of his identity was built on achievement, expectation, and performance. What followed was a journey into the unknown—through burnout, self-inquiry, and ultimately a radical redefinition of who he was.

This episode explores the uncomfortable but necessary path of shedding old identities, sitting in uncertainty, and learning how to reconnect with something deeper.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:00 — The identity trap: defining yourself by what you do

04:00 — “I lost my way”—how even meaningful work can disconnect you

05:30 — The call to adventure: when your current life stops working

06:30 — The moment everything changed: “If you don’t have your heart, you have nothing”

08:00 — Burnout, fear, and the uncomfortable truth beneath it all

10:00 — The first step: slowing down and facing yourself

11:00 — Why journaling stopped working—and what changed

13:00 — The illusion of change vs. real transformation

14:30 — Practices that actually create inner clarity

15:30 — Rewilding: why nature reconnects you to yourself

18:00 — Stillness as the gateway to insight

20:00 — You don’t need to escape your life to transform it

21:30 — Microdosing solitude: how to start right now

22:00 — The power of subtraction (and why more isn’t the answer)

24:00 — Identity fasting: letting go of who you think you are

26:00 — The masks we wear—and why they eventually break

28:00 — Gratitude and grief: the dual process of transformation

29:00 — Why modern culture lacks real rites of passage

31:00 — Creating your own rituals to mark change

34:00 — Clarity vs. tests: why growth never feels stable

36:00 — “It’s all real”—how to trust your inner shifts

37:00 — The myth of timelines in personal transformation

39:00 — The 4 questions that help you integrate change

40:00 — “What remains in the mystery?”

41:00 — Learning to live in the unknown

43:00 — Why your personal growth isn’t just about you

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From growing up in Northern Sweden with a deep curiosity for systems, to building a career in early-stage tech, Anna shares how she began to see her own behaviors as patterns—“bugs in her code”—that could be understood and improved.

But everything changed when years of stress led to a complete breakdown in her health. What followed was a deep journey into functional medicine, meditation, breathwork, and nervous system awareness—ultimately reshaping how she lives, works, and leads.

This conversation explores how to regulate your internal state in a chaotic world, why most people are operating far below their potential, and how combining ancient practices with modern technology may be the key to a more resilient future.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

01:00 — Growing up in Northern Sweden: math, music, and systems thinking

02:30 — “I saw bugs in my code” — the mindset that changed everything

04:00 — Early influences and discovering personal growth

05:00 — Finding Qigong and learning to balance internal energy

07:00 — Why “woo-woo” practices are becoming a competitive advantage

09:30 — When the nervous system became impossible to ignore

11:00 — The 10-day silent meditation that rewired everything

12:30 — The health breakdown: stress, gut issues, and missed diagnoses

14:00 — Functional medicine and rebuilding from the inside out

16:30 — The hardest part: accepting a new way of living

17:30 — Running a startup while protecting your nervous system

18:00 — Reframing challenges: growth vs punishment

19:30 — The non-negotiables: sleep, recovery, and self-awareness

21:00 — How to actually “check in” with yourself

22:00 — Meditation practices for different mental states

24:00 — Automatic journaling and accessing the subconscious

26:00 — Breathwork as a reset for mental overwhelm

28:00 — Inside alchemy breathwork and altered states

32:00 — Integrating logic, spirituality, and identity

34:00 — What Sensate is and how it works

36:00 — Why nervous system regulation matters more than ever

38:00 — The global stress crisis and what it’s costing us

40:00 — Meditation vs tools: what works when your mind is overloaded

42:00 — Building a “mental fitness system” for your life

44:00 — Bringing these practices into company culture

46:00 — Why startups aren’t for everyone (and that’s okay)

48:00 — Leadership, stress resilience, and the future of work

50:00 — The future of health: sound, frequency, and personalization

52:00 — Final reflections: embracing complexity and being “just weird enough”

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In this conversation, Dr. Michael Breus, “The Sleep Doctor,” breaks down why sleep is the true currency behind mental fitness—and why most people are unknowingly operating at a massive disadvantage.

From debunking popular trends like mouth taping and blue light blockers to explaining why the 5AM club doesn’t work for most people, this episode cuts through the noise and brings you back to what actually matters.

You’ll walk away with simple, science-backed ways to improve your sleep, sharpen your thinking, and take back control of your energy. Make sure to take your Chronoquiz!

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:30 — Dr. Breus on curiosity, education, and simplifying complex science

03:00 — Why sleep impacts every system in your body

04:30 — Memory, cognition, and the real cost of poor sleep

06:00 — “Sleep is the currency of attention” (core framework)

08:00 — Why most people misunderstand sleep deprivation

09:30 — The caffeine trap: masking exhaustion vs fixing it

12:00 — Mouth taping: benefits, risks, and why it can be dangerous

16:30 — Blue light blockers: what the data actually says

19:00 — The “Power Down Hour” and building a runway for sleep

21:00 — Techniques to quiet the mind (cognitive shuffling, 4-7-8 breathing)

25:00 — Why the 5AM Club doesn’t work for most people (chronotypes explained)

28:00 — Dreams, nightmares, and emotional processing

32:00 — The link between nightmares, PTSD, and sleep avoidance

36:00 — How dream therapy can help process trauma

40:00 — Why sleep deprivation destroys decision-making

43:00 — Final thoughts: why sleep is the foundation of everything

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We go inside the mind of a fighter and test pilot who has faced life-or-death decisions in seconds. Where preparation isn’t optional, and hesitation has consequences.

But this isn’t just about aviation.

It’s about how we live.

From growing up through family instability and loss, to becoming an “accidental” fighter pilot, to navigating high-stakes environments where clarity matters more than confidence—this episode explores what it really means to be prepared for life.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:00 — Identity beyond titles: father, husband, servant

02:30 — Young Tucker: leadership, service, and not chasing titles

04:30 — Childhood story: family separation and rebuilding

08:00 — Parents’ sacrifice and redefining “family”

10:30 — His father’s struggles, addiction, and passing at 21

13:00 — Why he started writing (lessons he never got to ask)

15:30 — Becoming an “accidental” fighter pilot

18:00 — Wanting to serve vs not wanting the military

20:00 — Almost quitting pilot training (and why he didn’t)

22:30 — The influence of his wife and trusting the right voice

25:00 — From pilot to test pilot: shaping the future

28:00 — What test pilots actually do (breaking down the role)

32:00 — The edge cases: testing what no one else will

35:00 — The cockpit story begins (F-15 scenario setup)

38:00 — The first problem: landing gear malfunction

42:00 — Low fuel + uncertainty + checklist chaos

46:00 — Final approach: blind landing from the back seat

50:00 — Impact moment: gear collapse and near disaster

53:00 — What actually saved them (decision timing + training)

56:00 — Mental performance under pressure

59:00 — Training the mind before the moment arrives

01:02:00 — Presence vs complacency in everyday life

01:05:00 — Preparation: physical, mental, social, spiritual

01:08:00 — The “last 20%” and why most people never reach it

01:12:00 — Discipline, purpose, and holistic performance

01:15:00 — AI, autonomy, and the risk to humanity

01:18:00 — Losing agency and becoming less human

01:22:00 — Why AI is bigger than people think (beyond chatbots)

01:26:00 — Warfare, drones, and removing humanity from decisions

01:30:00 — The need for conversation, not polarization

01:33:00 — Leadership, empathy, and perspective from Afghanistan

01:37:00 — Seeing humanity even in conflict

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Marc sits down with entrepreneur and longevity advocate Noah Laith to explore the mindset behind resilience, health, and long-term success.

Noah shares the powerful story that reshaped how he interprets life’s challenges, explains why the real pandemic today is distraction, and reveals the simple thinking ritual that has helped him make better decisions in business and life.

They also dive into Noah’s 4% rule for longevity — the idea that a small number of habits may deliver the majority of health benefits.

This conversation explores meaning, focus, and the hidden frameworks that shape how we live, lead, and grow.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:30 — The four areas Noah reviews every year to guide his life

04:15 — The Thailand story that changed everything

06:40 — Becoming a “master of meaning” in life

09:00 — Why entrepreneurs bring their work home

10:10 — Learning pattern recognition from Tony Robbins

11:20 — The power of mentors and mental models

13:00 — Why knowledge is no longer power

14:15 — The modern epidemic of distraction

15:40 — The thinking ritual that prevents costly mistakes

18:20 — Why successful people prioritize thinking time

20:30 — How Noah entered the longevity space

23:10 — The 12-month focus strategy that changed his career

25:30 — The billionaire habit of doubling down

27:00 — Why digital real estate matters today

28:30 — The “4% rule” for improving health

31:20 — The biggest health threats of the modern world

34:00 — Why most people need a health mentor

36:20 — Choosing your struggle in life

38:40 — Lessons from traveling the world

41:00 — Balancing focus and diversification

43:00 — The future of health and raising resilient children

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:00 — Geoff’s early career at Goldman Sachs and the moment everything changed

03:00 — The question that started a 25-year journey: “Is this the life I truly want?”

05:30 — Why asking better questions can completely change your life

07:00 — The hidden architecture of the human mind

08:30 — Reading thousands of self-help books… and still not finding answers

10:30 — The problem with most personal development advice

13:00 — Why knowing what to do doesn’t mean you’ll actually do it

15:00 — Leaving Wall Street and searching for deeper answers

17:00 — The trap of “when I get there, then I’ll be happy”

19:00 — Discovering hypnosis, NLP, and deeper mental programming

20:30 — The shocking reality of 80,000 thoughts per day

22:00 — Pattern interrupts: the key to breaking automatic thinking

24:00 — Why obsession is necessary for real mental transformation

26:00 — The negativity bias and why the world feeds low-vibration thinking

28:30 — The three energy systems that drive performance

30:00 — Why your internal experience is separate from your external life

33:00 — Changing your energy to change your thoughts

35:00 — Physical, emotional, and spiritual energy explained

38:00 — The Ultimate Day system for managing energy and focus

41:00 — The three-step method for building a limitless mind

44:00 — Tools for interrupting negative thinking in real time

46:00 — “Stop. Wake up.” — the pattern interrupt that changes everything

47:30 — Designing environments that support mental clarity

48:30 — Why controlling your mind may be the ultimate human skill

50:00 — Final reflections on mastering the mind

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In this rare in-person conversation, Patricia Sands opens up about grief, reinvention, aging, creativity, and the unexpected power of starting late.

Patricia published her first novel at 65. Today, at 80, she has written 13 books — many set in France, a country she fell in love with at 21 while backpacking with friends. But before the novels, there was loss. Widowed at 43. Two sons. A life rewritten overnight.

We explore how grief shaped her storytelling, why community saved her creative life, how AI unexpectedly helped her research historical fiction, and what it really means to write from intuition.

This is a conversation about dignity, aging, reinvention, and why it’s never too late to become who you are.

A special shout out to my co-host Valentin Randon.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — Who Are You, Really?

03:00 — From Photography to Storytelling

05:00 — Sudden Loss

06:30 — Writing Her First Book at 65

08:00 — Dying With Dignity & Difficult Themes

12:00 — How Much of Her Is in Her Characters?

16:00 — The Power of the Writing Community

18:30 — Stephen King’s Advice That Freed Her

23:00 — Turning 80 & Questioning Herself

32:00 — The Invitation That Changed Everything

34:00 — Writing a Novel in Record Time

36:00 — Exploring AI for Historical Research

41:00 — Intuition vs. Structure in Writing

44:00 — France, Culture & Seduction

46:00 — The Origin of Her Love Affair with France

50:00 — The Real Reward of Writing

51:00 — Turning Novels into Real-Life Tours

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After 20 years serving as a Navy Hospital Corpsman alongside Marines in some of the most demanding environments imaginable, Patrick Nardulli realized something profound: toughness wasn’t the same as resilience.

In this episode, Patrick shares his journey from combat medicine to nervous system regulation — including the moment a heart rate variability monitor revealed he was “thriving” on the outside but dysregulated beneath the surface.

We explore:

• The difference between heart rate and heart rate variability
• Why high performers often live in chronic sympathetic overdrive
• How breath becomes the bridge between mind and body
• The role of coherence in leadership and relationships
• Practical tools to regulate your nervous system in real time

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Timestamps:

02:00 — A guided coherence exercise to settle the nervous system

05:00 — Growing up in Chicago and the call to serve

07:00 — Combat deployments and the culture of toughness

11:00 — The moment he saw resilience breaking in others

14:00 — The HRV wake-up call: “I thought the device was broken”

18:00 — Why experiential learning beats PowerPoints

22:00 — Breath as the bridge between mind and body

29:00 — Heart rate vs. heart rate variability explained

31:00 — What coherence actually means

34:00 — Why most people never intentionally exhale

37:00 — Preparation, performance, recovery framework

40:00 — When his wife felt his nervous system shift

42:00 — Walking into the moonlight: a realignment moment

45:00 — Simple practices anyone can start today

46:00 — Final message: self-care is not selfish

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Most of us think longevity is about adding years. But what if it’s really about removing what no longer serves you at the cellular level and at the identity level?

Renee Fitton — registered dietitian, longevity specialist, and one of the leading voices in fasting-mimicking science (VP at Prolon) — breaks down the biology of renewal… and the psychology that quietly shapes our habits.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

03:00 — Perfectionism, ambition, and living in the imperfect

07:00 — Personality tests, self-work, and using tools like ChatGPT for reflection

11:00 — Preparing for the Hoffman Process: deep psychological self-work

15:00 — How to prepare your body for intense personal growth

16:00 — Alcohol, sleep, and energy management before a retreat

18:00 — Why plant-based nutrition supports repair and rejuvenation

21:00 — Growth mode vs repair mode: the biology behind it

23:00 — Autophagy explained: your body’s cellular vacuum cleaner

25:00 — What is the fasting mimicking diet?

29:00 — Why prolonged fasting (3+ days) activates deep repair

31:00 — The mental shifts that happen during fasting

33:00 — Behavior change, food psychology, and identity

34:00 — Type 2 diabetes study: self-initiated behavior transformation

37:00 — Why five days can change your long-term habits

39:00 — Why water-only fasting feels harder

41:00 — How often should you fast for longevity?

44:00 — Gratitude journaling as a daily mental fitness tool

46:00 — The power of daily movement for emotional regulation

47:00 — Renewal at the cellular and personal level

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In this conversation, Patrick McKeown reveals how chronic over-breathing quietly drives anxiety, rumination, poor sleep, and brain fog. Drawing from decades of research and lived experience, he explains why breathing less (not more) can improve oxygen delivery, blood flow to the brain, and nervous system balance.

This episode challenges modern breathwork myths and offers practical, science-backed ways to retrain your breathing for everyday life.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

01:20 — Living out of the head vs. living life

03:10 — How stress, sleep, and breathing patterns intersect

05:00 — Discovering breath as a path to presence

07:40 — Why The Power of Now actually worked

10:15 — Walking away from the corporate world

12:30 — The origins of the Buteyko Method

14:40 — Why breathing more air can reduce oxygen delivery

17:10 — Nasal breathing and brain function

19:50 — Rumination, CO₂, and cerebral blood flow

22:30 — Why slow breathing isn’t always good breathing

25:10 — Everyday breathing vs. breathwork sessions

28:00 — Practical exercise: calming the nervous system

32:10 — Clearing a blocked nose naturally

36:40 — Breathing for performance and public speaking

41:30 — How to retrain your breath throughout the day

46:00 — Measuring progress: the BOLT score & breath mastery

50:10 — Final reflections on calm, clarity, and control

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Marc sits down with author, ghostwriter, and screenwriter Platte Clark to explore why storytelling isn’t just an art form—it’s a survival tool. From abandoning law school for philosophy, to writing bestselling fiction, to ghostwriting more than two dozen books for thought leaders, Platte shares what he’s learned about creativity, courage, and the quiet mental practices that make meaningful work possible.

This episode dives into the tension between art and business, the myth that creativity must be strategic to matter, and why naivety may actually be the greatest creative advantage we have left—especially in the age of AI.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:10 — Discovering the identity of a humanist

04:20 — Leaving law behind for philosophy and meaning

07:30 — Falling in love with learning (and being a lifelong student)

10:15 — Writing the first book without knowing the rules

13:40 — Why quitting your job to write is usually a bad idea (and why he did it anyway)

17:00 — The bird and the sword: a metaphor for creative balance

20:45 — Why writing the book is the easy part

24:30 — Ghostwriting, abundance, and unexpected opportunity

28:10 — Advice to first-time authors: protect your naivety

31:40 — AI, storytelling, and what machines can’t replace

34:50 — Mental fitness, breathwork, and creative recovery

38:30 — Music, movement, and engineering the creative environment

41:20 — Who reads the first draft (and why honesty matters)

43:10 — Why every human has a story worth telling

45:00 — Final reflections on humanity, story, and meaning

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In this solo episode, Marc breaks down a pattern he’s seen across 500+ conversations, boardrooms, and personal turning points: capable, intelligent people who know what to do, yet still feel overwhelmed, stuck, or out of alignment.

This episode introduces a practical framework for designing a Mental Fitness Blueprint. A system that helps you understand your mental operating pattern, align your practices to what you’re actually building, and recover faster when life gets messy.

Think of this as a blueprint for your next 90 days, not just what you’ll do, but how your mind will support you along the way.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — Why this solo episode needed to be said

01:40 — The pattern Marc kept seeing across 500+ interviews

03:10 — Why insight alone never creates change

04:40 — The hidden cost of running life without a mental system

06:30 — Why most mental fitness advice doesn’t work

09:00 — The three things every mental fitness system must do

10:50 — Mental operating patterns (and why none are “wrong”)

13:40 — Designing your next 90 days from the inside out

15:30 — Daily rituals that actually match how you work

16:40 — The reset protocol: Pause, Reset, Re-enter

18:10 — How this expands your operating range over time

19:40 — Why self-knowledge is becoming the ultimate advantage

21:00 — Building your own system vs. using the Blueprint

23:00 — The real risk of doing nothing

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Marc sits down with medium and spiritual guide Michelle Murphy to explore grief not as a problem to solve, but as an experience that reshapes identity, presence, and love itself.

Michelle shares what she’s learned from over 20 years of guiding people through loss—why grief lives in the body, why time doesn’t “fix” it, and how moments of joy after loss often arrive wrapped in guilt. Together, they unpack the difference between missing someone and missing their presence, the danger of spiritual bypassing, and how love continues even when form disappears.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:00 — Being a medium: why it’s not something you can turn off

04:30 — Grief as an embodied experience (lungs, breath, nervous system)

07:15 — Why grief isn’t linear—and never really ends

10:30 — The isolation of grief and the healing power of being seen

13:45 — The four-year cycle: anniversaries, acceptance, and new reality

17:20 — “Grief is the price we pay for love”

20:10 — Why joy after loss often brings guilt

23:40 — Missing someone vs. missing their presence

27:00 — Spiritual bypassing and toxic positivity in grief

30:15 — What actually helps people who are grieving

34:50 — Love as continuity, not absence

38:30 — Final reflections on patience, presence, and living forward

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Before the success, before the book, before the impact — there was a moment where certainty disappeared, and Scott Stirrett had to decide whether to retreat… or step forward anyway.

Scott shares his journey from leaving a high-certainty career at Goldman Sachs to founding Venture for Canada, raising over $80M, and supporting nearly 15,000 young people across the country. The conversation goes deeper into Scott’s lived experience with uncertainty during his OCD diagnosis, the 4:00am walk that marked his lowest point, and how learning to stop seeking certainty transformed his relationship with fear, ambition, and identity.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:45 — Leaving certainty behind at Goldman Sachs

06:30 — The emotional paradox of excitement and anxiety

09:50 — Why uncertainty holds so many people back

13:20 — OCD, anxiety, and fear of the unknown

17:40 — The 4:00am walk and hitting rock bottom

21:30 — Exposure therapy and learning to stop certainty-seeking

26:10 — “The only way out is through”

30:45 — Relationships as a resilience system

35:20 — Strong ties vs. weak ties in an uncertain world

38:50 — Designing recovery after intense life sprints

42:10 — How Scott wants to feel in his next chapter

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Kyle Austin Young reveals why so many intelligent, capable people fail to reach their goals — even when they do everything “right.” Drawing from his own experience of repeated layoffs, personal burnout, and rebuilding his life through consulting, Kyle introduces a powerful framework for rethinking success through probability rather than motivation.

Kyle explains how overwhelm, survival mode, and mental clutter don’t just affect our wellbeing — they distort our ability to make good decisions. Together, Marc and Kyle explore how success diagrams, probability hacking, and intentional reflection can radically improve the odds of achieving meaningful goals — personally and professionally.

This is a conversation about slowing down, reclaiming agency, and learning how to design success instead of hoping for it.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

03:10 — From layoffs to consulting: redefining security

07:05 — The treehouse moment: why we miss what’s right in front of us

11:30 — Presence, overwhelm, and the cost of survival mode

15:20 — What is a success diagram?

18:45 — Why motivation lies and math tells the truth

23:40 — The danger of averaging probabilities

28:50 — Probability hacking: reducing risk creatively

34:10 — Why most advice is actually harmful

39:30 — Designing goals instead of chasing validation

44:00 — Mental fitness, clarity, and decision-making

47:30 — Non-negotiable practices for a clear mind

50:00 — What makes life meaningful now

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Marc sits down with Anna Severina to explore motherhood, consciousness, ancient civilizations, AI, fear, and the future of human awareness. Together, they examine how raising conscious children, reconnecting with the Earth, and developing inner stillness may be the real preparation for what’s coming next.

Show Partners:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

00:02 — Motherhood as a portal to identity and contribution

00:05 — Why homeschooling became an intuitive choice

00:09 — Teaching children discernment, not conformity

00:12 — Raising “polite rebels” in a structured world

00:15 — The documentary: consciousness, Earth, and ancient sites

00:18 — Pyramids, sacred geometry, and lost technologies

00:20 — AI, silica, and the evolution of intelligence

00:24 — Cycles of collapse, rebirth, and forgotten history

00:26 — Fear, health, and the splitting paths of society

00:29 — Mental fitness as a bridge through uncertainty

00:31 — Insights from Zach Bush

00:35 — Encounters, synchronicity, and soul recognition

00:36 — Conversations with Steven Greer

00:39 — Death as transition, not ending

00:42 — Children, DNA activation, and future leadership

00:45 — Why this moment in history matters

00:48 — Choosing curiosity over fear

00:50 — Earthlings, community, and what’s coming next

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Marc sits down with serial entrepreneur and AI consultant Mike Schwarz to explore what’s really happening beneath the AI conversation.

This isn’t a discussion about tools or trends — it’s about fear, acceleration, mental overload, and the growing divide between those who adapt and those who freeze. Mike shares what he’s seeing inside the top 1–5% of AI adopters, why most people are stuck using AI at the surface level, and why mental fitness may be the defining advantage of the next decade.

Show Partners:

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Get in Touch:

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

00:02 — Mike’s journey from dot-com entrepreneur to AI founder

00:06 — Why most AI adoption is still surface-level

00:09 — The growing gap between AI adopters and everyone else

00:13 — Neurodivergence, hyper-focus, and rapid adaptation

00:17 — Fear, stress, and overwhelm as the real blockers

00:20 — AI as a change-management problem, not a tech one

00:24 — Automation, professional services, and job displacement

00:29 — The runaway train metaphor for AI acceleration

00:33 — Leadership responsibility during massive uncertainty

00:37 — Mental fitness as a survival skill

00:39 — Using AI to free time, not erase meaning

00:41 — Final reflections on adaptation and humanity

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Judi Holler shares the story she never planned to tell: how building a seven-figure business, listening to too many “experts,” and chasing the next level led her into burnout, disconnection, and a spiritual reckoning.

This conversation explores identity loss after success, the danger of outsourcing self-trust, the role of spirituality and human design in self-leadership, and how awareness (especially discomfort) can become your most powerful signal back to alignment.

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Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:30 — Why success can make identity more fragile, not stronger

05:10 — The moment external advice drowned out inner knowing

07:45 — “I was going bankrupt internally while everyone else got rich”

10:30 — The dark spiral: money loss, confidence loss, self-loss

13:00 — The difference between brain safety and soul truth

15:20 — Practical self-leadership when you still have bills to pay

18:40 — Scheduling spirituality instead of waiting for stillness

22:10 — Finding peace inside chaos (even Times Square)

25:30 — Human Design as a map back to alignment

29:00 — Why bitterness is a warning signal, not a flaw

32:15 — Projectors, decision-making, and riding emotional waves

36:40 — Why most leadership cultures block creativity

40:00 — Improv, failure, and psychological safety at work

44:30 — Recreation as the fastest path to reinvention

48:00 — Who Judi is becoming now

50:00 — Final reflections on self-trust and expression

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In this conversation, entrepreneur, investor, author, and extreme-preparation evangelist Randall Kaplan opens up about the surprisingly painful origins of his work ethic: childhood bullying, a debilitating stutter, and a long journey toward becoming a clear, confident communicator.

Randall shares the exact mental frameworks he used to transform his life — from landing a book deal through a cold email, to becoming a TED speaker, to interviewing some of the world’s most accomplished leaders on his podcast.

We explore extreme preparation, the habits that separate average performers from exceptional ones, and why “no” is often just the beginning of the road to “yes.”

Timestamps:

00:00 — The question that opens every interview: “Who are you?”

02:00 — How photography and beaches shaped Randall’s creative identity

04:30 — Building Sandee: cataloging 100,000+ beaches around the world

06:15 — How a cold email landed Randall a book deal

08:00 — Childhood bullying, stuttering, and the start of extreme preparation

10:30 — The breakthrough moment at the McDonald’s drive-thru

14:00 — How speech therapy reprogrammed his mind and confidence

15:30 — The emotional weight and triumph of giving a TED Talk

17:00 — Studying the top TED Talks and dissecting what works

19:00 — Cutting a 70-minute keynote into 18 minutes

21:15 — Why the painful story had to stay in the talk

22:00 — The team behind the TED Talk: coaches, comedians, voice experts

26:00 — The Roger Love experience and knowing when not to change

28:00 — The balance between outside coaching and trusting your intuition

30:00 — Extreme preparation in interviewing: The EPT “torpedo question”

32:00 — Why most people aren’t prepared — and how to stand out instantly

35:00 — Randall’s research process: thousands of pages, distilled

37:00 — “If you’re early, you’re on time; if you’re on time, you’re late.”

38:00 — When life derails your plans: broken schedules and mental resets

40:00 — Gratitude walks and the 40,000-foot reset

42:00 — Never send an email when angry — Randall’s practice

46:00 — Why AI should assist your preparation, not replace it

47:00 — The small details that cost people opportunities

50:00 — A coaching story: preventing a $3M mistake

52:00 — The doctor who went from zero net worth to $10M in a year

54:00 — The difference between success and stagnation: making a plan

56:00 — Closing wisdom: “Why you must do what no one else does”

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We explore his 90-day nervous system reset, what anxiety really is (and isn’t), how to stop outsourcing your safety, and why progress is simple but never easy. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or tangled in your own thoughts, this episode will feel like a blueprint for reclaiming your mind and building real inner capacity.

This is mental fitness at its most practical, honest, and human.

Timestamps:

00:00 — Who are you?

01:00 — Humble breaks down the mechanics of words, poetry, and meaning

02:00 — Childhood creativity: the first book and early signs of a writer

04:00 — Performing for the first time and peeling off the layers of insecurity

06:00 — The four-year tunnel: debt, denial, and rebuilding from zero

10:00 — Extreme frugality and the financial habits that changed everything

14:00 — Fear, creativity, and learning to feed the wallet vs. the ego

17:00 — Discovering business as a creative art form

23:00 — Harmony vs. balance: reframing how creatives work

25:00 — Curiosity as courage: shifting away from fear-based judgment

27:00 — How anxiety blocks opportunity — and why the pendulum has swung too far

30:00 — Why anxiety is a signal, not a disease

32:00 — The 90-day nervous system reset: dopamine, abstinence, and awareness

37:00 — Identifying real addictions: validation, reassurance, overthinking

42:00 — Sitting with discomfort: the foundation of mental fitness

45:00 — Redefining freedom and building inner capacity

49:00 — The burn of real growth — and why Humble sticks with it

51:00 — The simplest mental fitness practice: sit quietly for 10 minutes

54:00 — Simple vs easy, slow progress, and compassionate self-talk

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Marc sits down with Diane Kahn, founder of Humans of San Quentin, who has interviewed more than 3,000 incarcerated individuals around the world. Diane shares how a single question—“How are you?”—can break open years of silence, shame, and survival.

Together, they explore the unseen stories behind incarceration, why nearly everyone she meets inside was a victim first, how media narratives distort our understanding of “criminals,” and what it truly means to approach another human being with compassion. This episode challenges assumptions, expands empathy, and reveals the healing power of being seen.

Timestamps:

00:00 — “Who are you?”

01:00 — From teacher to prison educator

04:00 — The moment her perception of “prison” shattered

05:45 — Who we’re really locking up

07:00 — Why the media is feeding us the wrong story

10:00 — The power of asking: “How are you?”

15:00 — Building trust inside a hyper-surveilled environment

17:00 — Planting seeds of change

18:00 — Lives saved through storytelling

20:00 — Teaching empathy to the next generation

22:00 — The big lesson: We are all kinder than we think

28:00 — Holding space for thousands: Diane’s mental fitness practices

35:00 — The final message: vulnerability and second chances

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Andy Mills, award-winning journalist and master storyteller explores the search for meaning, the role of curiosity in modern journalism, and why culture — not legislation — may be the single most powerful force shaping our future.

We talk about Andy’s early years in ministry, his transformative time reporting in South Sudan, and the worldview that emerged from witnessing both the best and hardest parts of humanity. Then we dive into his groundbreaking AI series The Last Invention (Apple | Spotify) and why he believes this moment represents a hinge point in human history.

This episode blends philosophy, journalism, mental fitness, and cultural critique — ultimately reminding us that even in times of rapid technological change, the most important tools we have are still profoundly human.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Identity & Meaning

02:00 – Leaving Religion & Finding Story

05:00 – The Storyteller’s Role

08:00 – Curiosity as a Superpower

10:00 – Reporting Across Extremes

14:00 – The Editing Ethics Test

15:30 – South Sudan

21:00 – Shrinking Global Concern

24:00 – Culture as the Lever

29:00 – Birth of The Last Invention

33:00 – AI Debate: Three Camps

40:00 – What Media Misses

48:00 – Beyond Chatbots

52:00 – Tech, Loneliness & History

56:00 – Mental Fitness & Pressure

59:00 – Crying, Laughter & Processing

1:02:00 – Passing the Torch

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Do you hold tighter to what you know… or do you learn how to evolve, let go, and redefine who you are?

In this episode, I sit down with legendary investor and True Ventures partner Tony Conrad, a man who has helped shape some of the most influential companies of the past two decades — and who is now in the most reflective stage of his life and career.

We talk about the quiet side of leadership, the inner work required to stay relevant, why the AI revolution is forcing everyone to rethink their value, and how a surreal moment in a deportation jail in India woke him up to the fragility of everything we take for granted.

Timestamps:

00:00 — Who is Tony Conrad? Identity beyond job titles

02:00 — Building True Ventures & the early days nobody saw

05:00 — The J-curve years: failure, doubt, and patience

08:00 — AI: the biggest shift of Tony’s lifetime

10:00 — How True Ventures stays mentally fit as a team

12:00 — Culture > ego: why they avoid the Midas List

14:00 — Travel, awareness & seeing the world clearly again

17:00 — The India deportation jail story

20:00 — Japan, America & the truth about cultural contrast

22:00 — Why Tony stayed in San Francisco through every cycle

25:00 — Reinventing his role: from “points on the board” to empowering others

27:00 — Being public vs staying private: how the VC world has changed

30:00 — The ancient teachers question & who Tony would speak to

33:00 — Shackleton, survival & the greatest leadership example he knows

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In this heartfelt episode, Marc sits down with Lindsay Mattick, creative director, entrepreneur, and author of the bestselling Finding Winnie — the true story that inspired Winnie the Pooh. Lindsay shares how her great-grandfather’s compassionate act of buying a bear cub for $20 during WWI led to one of the most beloved characters in literary history.

Their conversation unfolds into a masterclass in creativity, storytelling, and the art of slowing down. From starting her own agency to balancing motherhood and meaning, Lindsay explores how we can all find connection, courage, and calm in a world obsessed with speed — and why she still walks every morning at sunrise to clear her mind and reconnect with her creative flow.

Timestamps:

[00:00] – Who is Lindsay Mattick? Mother, entrepreneur, and creative storyteller.

[02:00] – The leap into entrepreneurship and learning to take risks.

[06:00] – The incredible true story of her great-grandfather and the real Winnie.

[11:00] – Turning family history into Finding Winnie, and the journey to publishing.

[16:00] – The serendipity of finding the perfect illustrator.

[20:00] – Feeling connected to her great-grandfather through storytelling.

[23:00] – How storytelling shaped her creative agency, Pomp & Circumstance.

[28:00] – Lessons from brand storytelling: emotion, depth, and meaning.

[31:00] – Thoughts on AI, creativity, and the importance of humanity.

[38:00] – The art of curiosity: raising kids and thinking deeply in an AI world.

[39:00] – Morning walks and the rituals that spark creative clarity.

[44:00] – “What would Winnie do?” — Finding wisdom in simplicity and calm.

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Marc sits down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and the force of empathy behind Gary Vaynerchuk’s global company, to celebrate the launch of her debut book Be Yourself at Work. Claude opens up about the years-long journey of writing it, how she overcame self-sabotage, and why patience—not pressure—is the real superpower of sustainable leadership.

Together, they explore how fear and “fake urgency” have hijacked workplace culture, and how reconnecting to our hearts can transform not only how we lead but how we live. Claude shares her raw stories—from a 93-day wilderness expedition that redefined her resilience to the rituals she uses daily to “clean her mind.”

Timestamps:

00:00 — Who is Claude Silver? From Chief Heart Officer to lifelong learner

02:00 — The calm before launch: why release day felt peaceful, not pressured

04:30 — Dancing with self-sabotage and learning to finish what you start

06:45 — Why writing her first book wasn’t a dream—it was a challenge

08:00 — The real reason she wrote Be Yourself at Work

12:00 — How fear and fake urgency drive workplace burnout

15:30 — Gen Z, empathy, and the next evolution of work culture

17:30 — Rituals that create real connection at work

19:30 — Why vulnerability builds belonging and trust

22:00 — Claude’s 93-day Outward Bound experience—learning true resilience

28:00 — Nature, humility, and the power of paying attention

30:00 — What it means to “clean your mind” daily

34:00 — Mental nutrition: being intentional with what you consume

36:00 — What Claude hopes readers take from her book

38:00 — A message to her late grandmother—and to all of us: “You did it. You believed in yourself.”

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Neuroscientist and BrainTap founder Dr. Patrick Porter joins Marc to demystify brainwaves (alpha/theta), reveal why most adults are missing true recovery, and share simple, science-backed protocols to sleep deeper, focus better, and bounce back faster. From box breathing to hydration with minerals to timing your coffee, Dr. Porter shows how micro-habits compound into macro clarity.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Who is Dr. Patrick Porter? From early biofeedback to BrainTap’s mission

02:30 – Growing up with the Silva Method: shifting from negativity to possibility

10:30 – Brainwaves 101: beta (reactive) vs. alpha (neutral/creative) vs. theta (inventive)

14:30 – Sound & light entrainment: isochronic tones, binaural beats, and why groups sync

18:00 – Sleep and the brain’s detox system; why level-4 sleep matters

23:00 – The “3 daily resets”: morning, afternoon, evening (and what to do in each)

24:10 – Morning: no blaring alarm; psychological sighs; sunlight & grounding

28:00 – Coffee timing (wait ~2 hours), cortisol rhythm, and hydration basics

31:00 – Midday: box breathing (Navy SEAL style) to flip out of sympathetic

33:00 – Case study: 20-minute 2pm reset → 26% more weekly output

35:00 – Night: 4-in/8-out breathing + gratitude to cue deeper sleep

40:00 – “Frequency finds frequency”: upgrade inputs (food, people, media)

42:00 – The “between selves” wobble: staying with the lows without getting stuck

45:00 – BrainTap effects in one session and why novelty protects neuroplasticity

49:00 – Why lights in the ears? Sunrise/sunset signaling & cellular “songs”

50:00 – The Brain Fitness Blueprint: 30-day plan and myth-busting “21 days”

53:00 – Stress as training; recovery ratios and the resilience dividend

55:00 – Closing: simple tools anyone can start today

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In this conversation, fitness entrepreneur and creator of the 21 Day Fix, Autumn Calabrese, joins Marc to explore how motion heals the mind, why failure is an essential teacher, and how our hardest moments often shape our greatest growth. From her childhood in Cleveland to building one of the most-watched fitness empires on the planet, Autumn opens up about trauma, self-belief, morning rituals, and the micro-habits that keep her centered while impacting millions.

Timestamps:

00:00 — Who are you?

04:00 — From dance to personal training

09:30 — Healing old wounds through creation

13:00 — Hitting rock bottom and finding Tony Robbins

18:00 — Movement as medicine

22:00 — The 21 Day Fix origin story

28:00 — Speaking dreams into the universe

34:00 — Building a new brand and following the signs

35:00 — Morning rituals and mindset training

40:00 — Micro habits, not extremes

45:00 — Evening rituals and breathwork

49:00 — What’s next for Autumn and BODi

51:00 — Closing reflections

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In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, entrepreneur and consciousness teacher Scott Britton joins Marc to explore the intersection of achievement and awareness. From his early startup success and outward perfection to a deep inner reckoning, Scott shares how meditation, psychedelics, and daily self-inquiry helped him awaken to a new way of living — one that integrates consciousness directly into work, relationships, and leadership. Together, they discuss the shift from “doing” to “being,” the layers of healing that unfold over time, and why true growth happens not on silent retreats but in the chaos of everyday life.

Timestamps:

02:00 – The moment Scott realized he wasn’t his thoughts

05:00 – How alopecia and stress led to meditation

07:00 – Outward success vs. inner emptiness

09:30 – The opening that came through suffering

10:00 – Ayahuasca and the direct experience of consciousness

13:00 – Exploring altered states through breath, sound, and stillness

15:00 – Realizing the “wrong game” — from startups to self-awareness

17:00 – Everyday life as a dojo for consciousness

18:30 – Tracking moments of disturbance and unwinding patterns

21:00 – Why spirituality must be integrated into work and life

23:00 – Grace and pacing through the healing journey

26:00 – Observing emotions like characters at a party

29:00 – The separation of achievement and spiritual growth

33:00 – Conscious evolution as the next frontier for humanity

36:00 – The pioneer’s paradox: not celebrated while you’re pioneering

38:00 – The source code of change: why consciousness comes first

42:00 – What Scott hopes readers take from The Conscious Creator

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In this episode, I sit with Michael Dellios, artist, builder, and co-founder of Sip Saunas. From growing up on job sites with his father to becoming a lifelong entrepreneur, Michael shares how following his curiosity led him from advertising to furniture-making to creating spaces that restore health, connection, and presence.

We dive into sauna culture, rituals that quiet the mind, and why creating sacred spaces—whether it’s a chair, a mug, or a sauna—can transform the way we live.

This is a conversation about creativity, resilience, trusting your gut, and building not just structures, but experiences that last for generations.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Who is Michael Dellios? A beautifully imperfect human

02:00 – The peace of building with your hands

04:00 – Growing up with a builder father and learning artistry through design

05:30 – The entrepreneurial journey: from grass-cutting to marketing to music to furniture

07:00 – Feeling unfulfilled and searching for deeper meaning in work

09:00 – The pivot: from psychotherapy dreams to building saunas

11:00 – The first sauna project and the impact it had on community

14:00 – Trusting your gut and finding clarity in silence

18:00 – Building the first SIP sauna and commitment to sustainable materials

22:00 – Saunas as ancestral sanctuaries: slowing down and reconnecting

26:00 – Rituals with Lisa: breathwork, stretching, and sacred boundaries

29:00 – Morning routines that rebaptize the mind daily

31:00 – Handling anxiety, doubt, and the practice of dots forming a line

36:00 – Practical advice for buying or building a sauna

40:00 – The importance of testing saunas before investing

42:00 – Creating sacred spaces beyond the sauna: chairs, mugs, and rituals

44:00 – Vipassana, plant medicine, and new edges in mental fitness

46:00 – The joy in everyday rituals and final reflections

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In this powerful conversation, Lisa Garr—broadcaster, entrepreneur, and near-death experiencer—shares how a mountain biking crash opened a door to another dimension of awareness. From navigating memory loss and brain healing to building a career amplifying voices of transformation, Lisa reveals how imagination, intention, and perspective can unlock flow and possibility in all our lives.

Timestamps:

[00:01:00] The accident that changed everything—Lisa’s near-death experience and the pine tree lesson.

[00:05:00] The fear that shut her voice down—and two years of recovery through meditation and neurofeedback.

[00:12:00] Why imagination is the golden key to unlocking miracles.

[00:17:00] Flow states, awareness, and how we can experience “near-death insights” without trauma.

[00:23:00] Fear vs. presence: why fear only exists in the past and future.

[00:25:00] The Bali story—helping a friend hover between worlds.

[00:30:00] Discovering her service through broadcasting and healing frequency.

[00:33:00] Kindness as the new normal: why these conversations shouldn’t be “woo-woo.”

[00:41:00] Setting powerful intentions and finding alignment with new work and purpose.

[00:45:00] Lisa’s non-negotiable: saying no, resting, and avoiding burnout.

[00:47:00] Final reflections: perspective, imagination, and embracing possibilities.

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In this conversation, Marc sits down with Lamees Butt, builder, entrepreneur, and founder of Riser, to explore what it really takes to thrive in the messy middle of building. From Lego castles as a child to scaling tech companies and now reimagining the hiring process, Lamees shares candid insights on resilience, visualization, confidence, and why culture—not skill—determines success.

She also opens up about the personal loss of her mother and how her mother’s lessons in confidence continue to shape her journey today. This is an honest, practical, and deeply human look at building—whether it’s a career, a company, or yourself.

Timestamps:

00:00 | Who are you? Lamees on being a builder

03:00 | From Lego blocks to early entrepreneurial sparks

06:00 | First ventures, failures, and the lessons of timing

08:00 | Losing autonomy and the awakening to build for herself

11:00 | Visualization + planning: Lamees’ practice for clarity and momentum

17:00 | The “messy middle” of entrepreneurship and mental health

21:00 | Spin bikes, silence, and the tools to reset energy

24:00 | Why intuition is the leader’s ultimate competitive advantage

26:00 | Introducing Riser: reimagining hiring with video + AI + humanity

34:00 | Gen Z, networking, and the hidden job market

41:00 | Conquering the confidence crisis: how to pitch yourself in 60 seconds

45:00 | What makes Lamees smile: carrying forward her mother’s legacy of confidence

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Depression cycles, chasing highs, and the quiet power of contentment — Oliver Mann shares a practical journaling approach that actually creates change: Reveal → Reclaim → Rewrite, plus the underrated technique of dialogue writing (a Jung-inspired way to talk with parts of yourself) and why community turns a private practice into real-world transformation. We also explore “success compounds, mistakes disappear,” how to stop outsourcing self-worth, and why you don’t need perfect handwriting to heal.

Show Notes

00:00 – 03:15 · Who is Oliver? From cyclical depression to contentment; “success compounds, mistakes disappear.”

03:16 – 05:45 · Catching yourself “hunting for highs” vs living from contentment; decoupling self-esteem from external validation.

06:00 – 08:30 · Journaling as “self-interrogation” and why the medicine tastes sour before it helps.

08:31 – 12:10 · What journaling isn’t: against “tick-box” diaries and mechanical gratitude.

12:11 – 15:59 · Beyond polarization: journaling → self-awareness → empathy.

16:00 – 19:30 · Jung’s psychological alchemy: blackening → whitening → “golding” → (redness).

19:31 – 23:40 · The hard part: leaving dopamine insights for uncomfortable behavior change.

23:41 – 31:30 · Owning dualities (greed and generosity); honest self-ownership without ego spin.

31:31 – 41:00 · Reveal → Reclaim → Rewrite framework; curiosity prompts and rewriting with kindness.

41:01 – 46:30 · Dialogue writing 101 (active imagination roots), set-up, and the “7 minutes of BS.”

46:31 – 51:10 · Make journaling normal; building community (Barcelona Journaling Festival).

51:11 – 55:59 · Spiral, not circle: process over “the one truth.” Close: be curious, be honest, be kind.

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Director and storyteller Kate West (Huckberry Presents) takes us from the Beijing Paralympics to the mountains of Wyoming and into the making of Huckberry’s hit series “DIRT.” We unpack how breaking the fourth wall, leading with curiosity, and lacing scenes with “tidbits” of education keeps viewers glued to the screen—and inspires families (Marc’s included) to explore the world together

Show Notes

00:00 – Who is Kate West? Athlete, mom, storyteller, and the Huckberry Presents lead.

01:00 – Origin story: Beijing Olympics and falling in love with Paralympic narratives.

02:30 – Imposter syndrome, film in NYC, and choosing the brand route.

04:00 – Brand storytelling vs. ads; why lifestyle matters more than slogans.

05:00 – “Stay curious, seek joy”: the motto Kate shouts to her kids—and her crews.

06:00 – Breaking the fourth wall and showing the crew: making BTS part of the story.

07:00 – Joy as a production value; mental fitness and presence on set.

08:00 – Creative bandwidth and nervous system management; perspective as a tool.

10:00 – Why “DIRT” hits: family-friendly, human-first stories and authentic impact.

11:45 – What Huckberry is, and how “DIRT” & “Shop Class” came to life.

12:30 – The seed: Pacific Northwest adventures with Josh; food + nature + people.

14:00 – Not Bourdain—on purpose: humility, hosts, and characters as the focus.

16:00 – Script what you lived: post-shoot writing and place-based reflection.

17:00 – Trusting subjects, rolling with surprises (goodbye horses, hello Mossy).

20:00 – Food as universal connector; the “tidbits” method to keep watch-time high.

21:00 – Most viewers watch on TV, not phones—why that changes the craft.

24:00 – Asking boldly: access, case studies, and selling the vision early.

25:00 – Quiet mind in nature (especially with kids) and the Teton reset.

27:00 – Rituals by phase: exercise to spark words, calendar-blocking for flow.

30:00 – Strategy in the morning; busywork in the afternoon (creative hygiene).

31:00 – Teasers: Mexico, a domestic chapter, Europe—and six episodes next year.

33:00 – Uncharted places (including Canada!) and traveling fast with a lean team.

35:00 – What Kate’s mind needs now: resets and positive energy from all sides.

40:00 – What makes her smile: the superpower of female friendships.

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What powers your best decisions—hustle or quiet? Chef-founder and former actor Vikki Krinsky shares how she turned premonition-level intuition, elite-client kitchen experience, and stubborn resilience into VK Bars, a clean B12 energy bar now landing in luxury hotels—without venture money. From a life-altering choice at 15 to follow her inner signal, to staging in Europe, to cooking for A-listers, to saying “no” to additives and “yes” to athletes, Vikki shows how to stack wins, slow down, and let feelings inform execution.

Show Notes

00:00 – Who is Vikki? “Fuel” as a life theme; movement, mind, and food as energy.

02:00 – Immigrating S. Africa → Canada; early journaling; adversity shaping drive.

04:30 – Premonitions as a kid; learning to nurture intuition.

07:00 – Pivotal choice at 15: soccer scholarship dreams vs. TV pilot—listening to guidance.

10:30 – Industry pressure to get “camera-ready”; shifting into nutrition & training.

13:30 – Walking away from acting; backpacking to Paris; invited to stage in elite kitchens.

18:00 – Self-taught path, asking for a shot in Swiss & Spanish kitchens.

22:00 – Back to LA: Equinox → first celeb client; learning by doing (and owning mistakes).

24:00 – Her real edge: empathy + energy with talent under body-image pressure.

26:00 – Underpaid → create the VK Method → A-List Appetite food delivery.

29:00 – Quiet practices: “staring at walls,” micro-pauses, best-case intention setting.

37:00 – “Stack the wins” as fuel.

38:00 – Cooking for Seth MacFarlane; caffeine problem → B12 exploration.

40:00 – Prototyping energy bites on set; cold-calling manufacturers.

41:00 – Everyone says “don’t do it” → she does it anyway; 2020 launch, pause, reformulate.

42:00 – Clean label differentiators (rosemary as preservative; no “natural flavors”).

43:00 – Door-to-door selling; wins with Four Seasons, Bel-Air, Rosewood; bootstrapping grit.

45:00 – New nudge: fueling female athletes with real ingredients.

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Entrepreneur Tyler Smith shares the gut‑punch test result that said he was “47” at age 39—and how that shock set him on a year‑long quest that became Hundred, a “doctor in your pocket” designed to meet people where they’re at and help them reach their G‑H‑O‑A‑T: greatest health of all time.

We dig into baselines before willpower, killing the “sleep is a flex” myth, the power of 100‑day protocols, overcoming siloed health data, and how founders can win more days than they lose.

Show Notes

00:00 – Who is Tyler, really? Identity beyond the bio; “foodie in training” and restaurant lessons that became life skills.

03:00 – Service, speed, problem‑solving. How restaurant work built his entrepreneurial operating system.

08:00 – The biological‑age gut punch. “Sleep is irrelevant”… until the test says 47. Family history and motivation.

13:00 – Step one: measure everything. Comprehensive bloodwork, genetics, VO₂ max, imaging—what was overkill vs. essential.

16:00 – Habits start with evidence. Why baselines spark behavior change; simple first moves that compound.

20:00 – Community + accountability. Walk-and-talks, food photos, and stacking small wins.

29:00 – Fixing ‘sick care’ and silos. Bringing history, labs, wearables, and protocols into one place.

30:00 – The G‑H‑O‑A‑T mission. Meet people where they’re at; a personal doctor in your pocket.

37:00 – Why 100‑day protocols work. Supplements, nutrition, movement, and what you should feel by day 100.

41:00 – Founder honesty. Sleep tradeoffs, team culture, and “win more days than you lose.”

48:00 – Legacy question. What Tyler hopes his daughters say when he’s 47.

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I sit down with Carl Daikeler, the visionary behind Beachbody (now BODi), the billion-dollar fitness platform that revolutionized home workouts with programs like P90X.

Carl shares the pivotal “this isn’t it” moment that changed his career trajectory, the early sparks that shaped his creative approach, and the simple yet powerful system he uses to stay consistent—especially when motivation runs out. We explore the magic of accountability groups, the hidden epidemic of loneliness, and why exercise is more than just physical—it’s the gateway to a longer, sharper, and more connected life.

Whether you’re a fitness lover or a reluctant exerciser, Carl’s story will challenge you to rethink how you approach health, discipline, and community.

Show Notes

00:00 – Who is Carl Daikeler without the titles?

01:00 – The creative upbringing that planted the seeds for BODi

06:00 – Producing sports TV—and the halftime moment that changed everything

09:00 – Discovering the world of infomercials and direct response marketing

13:00 – The first spark of connected fitness

15:00 – From Power 90 to P90X: Solving his own problems first

18:00 – Why structured programs beat random workouts every time

21:00 – The magic of doing a program with someone else

23:00 – The accountability experiment that transformed a subscriber’s health

25:00 – Tackling the loneliness epidemic through fitness groups

26:00 – Four stats that can motivate anyone to start moving

28:00 – The epiphany that changed Carl’s approach to daily exercise

30:00 – Why your “why” matters more than willpower

33:00 – Carl’s rituals, mental nutrition, and creative process

37:00 – Cold plunges, cooking, and creating space for insights

41:00 – The discipline of giving yourself space for ideas to land

44:00 – Competing in a crowded industry and finding meaning in the work

46:00 – The ripple effect of health and mindset improvements

47:00 – Carl’s invitation to listeners: Don’t go it alone—invite others to join

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Somatic practitioner, dancer, and poet Hannah Blake reunites with Marc to explore how we heal, evolve, and reconnect to the heartbeat of nature. They unpack the journey from performance to purpose, discuss the intelligence of the body, and the importance of death—physical, emotional, and egoic—as a portal to rebirth.

Hannah shares her personal journey through burnout, Crohn’s disease, plant medicine, and community building in the Oregon forest. This episode dives into the intersection of somatic psychology, sacred ceremony, and the need for collective healing in a fractured world.

Our first conversation can be found here. 

• 00:00 – Opening: Who is Hannah today?

• 02:00 – Revisiting their first conversation and Hannah’s core identity

• 05:00 – How a cultural dance trip changed her life path

• 07:00 – Healing Crohn’s and creating the SOM Maya method

• 10:00 – Dance as spiritual expression, not performance

• 12:00 – How Hannah blends somatics, plant medicine, and neuroplasticity

• 14:00 – Her 3-day healing format and care-first approach

• 16:00 – What burnout taught her about congruence and boundaries

• 18:00 – Using the body as a compass for truth and discernment

• 22:00 – Interoception: Noticing what the body knows

• 26:00 – “So much of our life is dying to our past”

• 28:00 – Ego death as a fertilizer for new life

• 31:00 – DMT, surrender, and being ready to die

• 34:00 – Rebuilding community and regenerative living

• 36:00 – A beautiful analogy from the Baha’i faith on life and rebirth

• 42:00 – The medicine of communal healing

• 45:00 – Closing reflections on questions, community, and legacy

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I sit down with Gina Tucci-Karnisovas—mental strength coach and former competitive athlete—to explore the often-overlooked drivers of sustainable performance: breath, presence, visualization, and grounded confidence.

Gina shares how embracing both “white belt curiosity” and “black belt strength” helped her navigate intense performance anxiety and how that mindset now shapes her work with elite athletes and high performers.

We get into what real confidence looks like, how to stay calm under pressure, and why mental fitness is just as essential as physical training—if not more.

• 00:00 – The “white belt” mindset: humility, curiosity, and reverence

• 03:00 – Martial arts, Stoicism, and her evolution into sports psychology

• 06:00 – Her mom’s legacy: breath, Pac-Man visualization, and mental resilience

• 10:00 – From performance anxiety to mental strength coaching

• 12:00 – Discovering breathwork and yoga as transformation tools

• 18:00 – Why elite athletes still struggle with confidence

• 20:00 – Breaking down grounded vs. naive confidence

• 24:00 – How to build confidence through evidence and habit stacking

• 28:00 – Why mental fitness in sports must come from the top down

• 32:00 – The stigma around vulnerability in pro sports

• 36:00 – Gina’s AM/PM bookend routines for mental clarity

• 40:00 – Mental nutrition: What’s feeding your mind?

• 45:00 – Reframing negative self-talk and the reps of daily life

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I sit down with Tim Lupinacci, CEO of Baker Donelson, to explore how he balances running one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with personal mental fitness practices, authentic leadership, and a vision for the future.

Tim shares the pivotal moments that shaped his leadership philosophy, how reading and music fueled his early growth, and why he believes mental fitness is a competitive advantage in today’s world. We also dive into how AI is reshaping the legal profession, the concept of micro-resilience, and how leaders can clear the path for others while taking care of themselves.

Don’t miss Tim’s new book Everybody Leads, now available!

• 00:00 – Who is Tim Lupinacci? Family, faith, and leadership roots

• 02:00 – Growing up on the move: books, music, and self-discovery

• 05:00 – Building daily reading habits and why they fuel his leadership

• 07:00 – The importance of mental recovery for leaders

• 09:00 – How Tim stumbled into law and found a passion for problem-solving

• 11:00 – A tough lesson: the mistake that sparked his leadership journey

• 14:00 – The internal wrestling before stepping into the CEO role

• 16:00 – Launching "Baker Next" and overcoming early setbacks

• 19:00 – Staying the course through crisis and building team accountability

• 20:00 – The future of law and AI disruption

• 24:00 – Lessons from other industries and trusted advisor principles

• 27:00 – Tim’s core leadership values and Disney-inspired analogies

• 31:00 – Mental fitness on the road: the state of his team in 2025

• 36:00 – Why mental health must be seen as a strategic advantage

• 40:00 – Writing his book and why everyone can lead without a title

• 47:00 – Micro-resilience: the power of small, consistent actions

• 50:00 – Daily journaling and framing each day for success

• 52:00 – Closing reflections on leadership, mental fitness, and impact

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Journalist and applied behavioral scientist Elizabeth Weingarten joins Behind the Human to unpack the profound power of questions. From questioning her marriage and career to navigating new motherhood, Elizabeth shares how embracing life's unanswerable questions has transformed her world.

We explore her new book How to Fall in Love with Questions: A New Way to Thrive in Times of Uncertainty and dive into the frameworks, stories, and personal practices that help us all sit with uncertainty, reframe stuckness, and find clarity amidst the chaos. Whether you’re facing a major life decision or simply feeling overwhelmed, this episode offers a radically compassionate lens on how to use curiosity, reflection, and even slowness as a way forward.

• 00:00 – Introduction to Elizabeth and her work

• 02:00 – Lava lamps and evolving identity: Who are you, really?

• 04:30 – Writing as a grounding practice for motherhood and reflection

• 06:00 – The paralysis of uncertainty and why we fear the big questions

• 08:00 – Dating without questions: A wake-up call for deeper curiosity

• 10:00 – Letters to a Young Poet and falling in love with uncertainty

• 13:00 – From fear to action: Asking the questions that change everything

• 16:00 – Reframing "Should I get a divorce?" to "How might we stay together?"

• 18:00 – Creating safe environments to explore difficult conversations

• 21:00 – Accompanying each other through life’s hardest moments

• 23:00 – How ancient wisdom and men’s groups offer modern insight

• 24:30 – Marc shares his origin story with questions and Chip Conley’s pivotal advice

• 27:00 – Recognizing “dead leaf” questions vs. expansive ones

• 29:00 – The power of patience and walking slower to think clearer

• 31:00 – Slowing down your journaling practice to upgrade your thinking

• 33:00 – What Elizabeth hopes readers take away from her book

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In this episode of Behind the Human, Marc sits down with Matt Potter—co-founder of Pray.com—to unpack an extraordinary life story that began with a near-abortion and grew into one of the most influential faith-based platforms in the world. They explore how spiritual practice, digital innovation, and how a personal relationship with God are reshaping how we approach mental and emotional health.

Whether you're religious, spiritual, or simply curious about how ancient rituals are finding new life through technology, this conversation will stretch your mind and open your heart.

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I sit down with Adam Ludwin, founder of FivePointFive, a cutting-edge breathwork app that uses real-time biometrics and music to transform your mental, emotional, and physical state—anytime, anywhere. But Adam didn’t start here.

We unpack his journey from building and exiting a $100M+ marketing tech company, to nearly burning out, to rediscovering meaning through breathwork. He shares how fatherhood shaped his views on education and well-being, how functional breathwork saved his health, and why he believes personalized, science-backed breathwork is the future of performance and longevity.

• [00:03:00] Adam’s early entrepreneurial drive and family influence

• [00:07:00] Why he dropped out of university and what he did instead

• [00:12:00] Teaching mental fitness to his kids: gratitude, journaling, nasal breathing

• [00:17:00] Burnout, tight chest, and discovering functional breathwork

• [00:19:00] Selling his company and taking a year to reset with purpose

• [00:23:00] The emotional side of exits: friendship shifts and family grounding

• [00:28:00] Founding FivePointFive and the breathwork tool he wished he had years ago

• [00:34:00] Why FivePointFive is unlike any wellness app you’ve seen before

• [00:40:00] Habit stacking, wearables, and functional breathing in real life

• [00:44:00] The future of health isn’t more tech—it’s better use of what we already have

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Meet Erin Claire Jones—author, teacher, and one of the world’s top voices in human design—to explore how this mystical-yet-practical framework can unlock more flow, purpose, and clarity in every part of life. From business to parenting to personal growth, this conversation blends wisdom and real-world tools to help you stop forcing what’s not working and start aligning with your true energetic blueprint.

• 00:02 – Erin introduces herself and shares how motherhood has shifted her sense of identity
• 00:04 – Why human design feels like “permission to be yourself”
• 00:08 – The mystical origin story of human design (and why usefulness matters more than belief)
• 00:14 – Erin’s personal story of discovering her design at a dinner party in NYC
• 00:21 – How she navigated early failures trying to bring human design to business
• 00:24 – The role of invitation and visibility for Projectors like Marc & Erin
• 00:25 – Breakdown of all five human design types
• 00:33 – Real-world examples from Erin’s family and client sessions
• 00:41 – Human Design vs. AI: what can’t be automated
• 00:47 – Erin’s personal mental fitness rituals and boundaries with technology

🔗 Get your chart & Erin’s book: humandesignblueprint.com

Join Erin for a live 12-week course all about how to use Human Design as a tool to transform lives, starting with your own: https://erinclairejones.com/hdcc-level-1

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Show Notes

• Why “your authentic self is your superpower” and how to use it at work
• Mental fitness vs. hustle culture—Mr Beast as cautionary tale
• The “big-rocks” calendar hack for protecting creative time
• Fun as a non-negotiable productivity tool
• Parenting teens & first-year university students without losing influence
• Using AI as a creative co-pilot (and where the human stays irreplaceable)
• Rapid-fire takeaways: breathwork, journaling, therapy, and micro-recovery

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Meet Melissa Arnot Reid / @melissaarnot — the first American woman to summit and descend Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. But this conversation isn’t about records. It’s about the inner Everest we all face.

Melissa reveals how a life of achievement masked wounds of not-enoughness, and how the journey of healing—not summiting—became her most important climb. We discuss shame, self-forgiveness, parenting, and the quiet power of curiosity.

This is a raw and rare look at what it means to shift from proving your worth to simply knowing it.

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Meet Muhammad Lila, former CNN war correspondent and founder of Goodable—a platform that delivers clinically backed positive news to nourish your mind. We unpack the invisible cost of constant negativity in media, the neuroscience behind uplifting storytelling, and why the future of journalism could be the very antidote to our global mental health crisis.

Muhammad shares his journey from reporting in war zones to launching one of the most impactful positive media platforms in the world. We discuss what happens when people finally feel seen, supported, and hopeful—and why this shift isn’t just good for our minds, but for business, society, and leadership.

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Paul M Vincent—human performance expert, psychedelic researcher, and co-host of the Demystifying Psychedelics series—sits on the other side of the mic to explore the layered evolution of identity.

From training elite performers to studying with indigenous shamans, Paul opens up about mental health battles, inexplicable mystical experiences, and the profound impact of ceremony, flow, and community on human healing.

This is a masterclass in surrender, wisdom, and the art of being.

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In this episode, I sit down with Anne Mahlum – serial entrepreneur, founder of Solidcore and Back on My Feet, and a powerhouse of personal transformation.

Anne shares her journey from a $100 million exit to a life of deep contentment and empowerment, emphasizing the power of simplicity, self-trust, and deliberate life design. We talk about the art of letting go, the strength found in creating boundaries, and the often-overlooked importance of defining your own metrics for success. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep moving forward without losing yourself in the process, this episode is for you.

• • Opening Reflection: What would your life look like if you truly lived by your values, not just your goals?

  • Anne’s Journey: From negative net worth to a $100 million exit – the power of purpose-driven work

  • Letting Go for Growth: Why your identity should never be tied to just one role or outcome

  • Building a Game You Can Win: The importance of setting clear, simple goals in business

  • Lessons in Risk and Reward: How Anne navigated her exits and built companies that outlast her

  • Non-Negotiables for High Performance: The simple daily habits that fuel Anne’s energy and clarity

  • Empowering Others: Anne’s current chapter of impact through public speaking and mentorship

  • Closing Takeaway: Why simplicity is the ultimate sophistication in business and life

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In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of alignment and self-discovery with Tonya Papanikolov, founder of Rainbow, a medicinal mushroom company transforming lives. Tonya shares her personal evolution, from navigating crippling anxiety to building a business centered on intention, sustainability, and healing. We explore the moments that tested her resolve, the courage it took to step away from societal norms, and the power of listening to your inner voice. If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about your path, this episode is your reminder that sometimes, the answers you seek are already within you — it just takes the right questions to unlock them.

Key Discussion Points:

• The pivotal moments that shaped Tonya’s journey from misalignment to deep purpose

• How embracing discomfort can lead to clarity and fulfillment

• The transformative power of small, intentional shifts in daily life

• Building a business from the heart, even when it seems impossible

• Lessons from ancient wisdom and modern wellness practices

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Ashli Blumenfeld—co-leader of the 90-year-old Standard Meat Company—takes us behind the curtain of a business renaissance grounded in emotional intelligence, bold risk-taking, and the messy middle of personal transformation. From navigating imposter syndrome to building a company culture that breathes creativity and connection, Ashli shares what it’s really like to let go of old identities and trust the fall. You’ll hear how a “mad scientist chef,” a surprise ice business, and wisdom from powerful coaches helped her rewrite her own story—and how her leadership is helping others do the same.

• Meet Ashli Blumenfeld: President of Standard Meat Co. and 4th generation industry disruptor

• The journey from NYC fashion to Texas beef—and why coming full circle changed everything

• What it's like winning Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and still doubting yourself

• Rewriting identity in your 40s: reflections on parenthood, perfectionism, and permission

• The “Dragon’s Gap” and why Ashli believes in falling with no parachute

• Building an ice business in 45 minutes (literally)

• The ugly duckling metaphor that changed everything

• How Standard Meat is integrating personal growth into a 1,100-person operation

• The acorn theory: planting legacy for the next 90 years

• Why the biggest competitive advantage in business is still the human mind

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In this heart-expanding episode, I sit down with healer Roya Darling and tech entrepreneur Andrew Chomer—partners in life and purpose—for a deeply reflective and refreshingly real conversation on relationships, rituals, and returning to self.

From their unconventional morning practice of playing backgammon as a spiritual ritual to lessons on energy clearing, trauma healing, and raising empathic children, this episode invites us to examine how small moments can lead to radical transformation.

Whether you’re navigating personal growth, partnership, or simply looking for a new way to start your day with intention, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, seen, and inspired.

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In the latest episode of Behind the Human, we delve into the remarkable journey of Sheleana Aiyana, founder of Rising Woman.

From overcoming a challenging past marked by trauma and transformation, Sheleana has cultivated a global community of over 2.5 million followers dedicated to conscious relationships and spiritual growth. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and self-discovery.

Key insights from our conversation include:

👉 The role of nature and spirituality in personal evolution

👉 Strategies for balancing life’s intense phases with grace and presence

👉 Practices for cultivating inner strength amidst life's transitions

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On this episode of Behind the Human, we explore the mystic heart and the significant power it holds with Estelle Bingham, a distinguished holistic therapist and metaphysical teacher.

Estelle's book, "Manifest Your True Essence," is a treasure trove of wisdom on:

• Cultivating heart coherence
• Accessing profound intuition
• Living a heart-led life

Discover how tuning into our heart's wisdom can pave the way for deeper connections and transformative growth in this engaging episode.

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Release details for the NEW BOOK here.

Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life  

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Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show!

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Recently, he has ventured into writing with his personal and spiritual memoir, "Soul's Compass: An Awakening Odyssey Beyond Earth," which explores his profound experiences in spirituality and the nature of reality, marking a new chapter in his creative journey.

Also, the 3D > 5D video mentioned - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-2YBblXmPc&ab_channel=AfterSkool

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A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️

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Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud

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Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud

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Leon's latest documentary, The Kindness Within: A Journey to Freedom on Amazon Prime, explores themes of self-discovery, healing, and universal connection. Throughout the interview, Leon reflects on his mental health struggles, the power of kindness, and the significance of living from the heart. The conversation delves into Leon's quest to find God in India, his filmmaking process, and the ongoing journey of integrating profound spiritual insights into everyday life.

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I sit down with Jay Vidyarthi to unravel the complexities of maintaining mindful relationships with technology. Jay, a writer, meditator, and thought leader in digital wellness, offers compelling strategies to reclaim our attention in a tech-driven world.

His latest book, "Reclaim Your Mind," provides actionable insights to help you:

👉 Break free from the cycle of digital distraction

👉 Develop a healthier relationship with your devices

👉 Implement tech-positive strategies in your daily life

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David Mykel is the founder and head coach of PSYFI, a revolutionary Psychology-Fitness™ company. With over 30 years of experience as a high-level athlete and 25+ years studying psychology, David has developed the unique B3 Methodology™, integrating brain, body, and breath training. He has worked in 50+ countries, helping high-performers optimize their physical, mental, and emotional performance.

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Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life  

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A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️

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Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet!

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A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️

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Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud

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Key takeaways include:

• Cultivating calm and creativity through mindfulness
• Strategies for lifelong learning and adaptability
• The ripple effect of self-awareness on leadership and teamwork

Listen to an inspiring narrative that demonstrates the power of internal transformation on external success.

Make sure to get your copy of: How to Love Better by Yung Pueblo

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Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life  

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A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️

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Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud

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Time Stamps:

• 01:00 Self-Importance
• 03:12 The Power of Authenticity
• 05:33 Who Are You Today?
• 07:46 Navigating Personal and Professional Life
• 13:42 Living in Flow State
• 21:38 Synchronicity and Serendipity
• 26:03 Unexpected Technical Glitch
• 26:17 The Power of Self-Wholeness
• 29:04 Reprogramming Your Mind
• 31:53 Tuning into Your Energy
• 34:23 The Radio Metaphor
• 39:17 The Essence of Love and Worthiness

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Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life  

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A special thanks to MONOS, our official travel partner for Behind the Human! Use MONOSBTH10 at check-out for savings on your next purchase. ✈️

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Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud

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