What does it take to go from standing in a welfare line… to becoming a Ranger, a Night Stalker, and a Green Beret—all before age 25?

Ren Ligon’s story is grit in its rawest form. He didn’t grow up with privilege. He grew up fighting—first for survival, then for a spot in the most elite military units in the world, and now for his place in Hollywood.

In this episode, Ren opens up about rejection, ego control, Special Forces selection, breaking into acting, and how growing up poor shaped his mindset.

This is for anyone doubting their path… wondering if they’re good enough… or thinking their past defines their future.

If you’re struggling to bet on yourself—press play.

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What does it take to truly be unstoppable? Former Navy SEAL and bestselling author Alden Mills shares powerful stories—from overcoming asthma to building a $95M brand—and the mindset that got him through it all. Learn how to rewire self-doubt, lead yourself through chaos, and use his “Helpful or Hurtful” filter to stay laser-focused.

Whether you're in a valley or chasing your next goal, this episode will fire you up to keep going.

If you want to become unshakable—this is the episode.

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Enrique “Ric” Prado went from being a 10-year-old refugee placed in an orphanage to becoming one of the most elite warriors in U.S. intelligence history.

In this gripping episode, Ric shares how his early trauma forged the mindset that carried him through the jungles of Central America, the aftermath of 9/11, and deep inside CIA Black Ops.

We talk about:– The courage of his parents and how that shaped him– Lessons from Pararescue training and special operations– The price of leadership in high-stakes missions– Why purpose is more powerful than fear– How to build a mindset that can’t be broken

This isn’t just a story of survival—it’s a story of rising to the call of duty, no matter the odds.

If you want to become unshakable—this is the episode.

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You lie. I lie. We all do—even when we don’t realize it. But what if you could spot deception in real time? This week’s guest is Gavin Stone—ranked #9 in the world for body language, former covert intelligence operator, and founder of SpyQ, an elite spy training experience for leaders.

In this gripping conversation, Gavin teaches us how to:

* Build unshakable calm under pressure

* Spot lies using body language, blink rate, and tone

* Understand why people lie—and how to lead with radical honesty

* Train your own deception detection skills at home

From spy stories to psychological tactics, this episode is loaded with real-world tools to level up your mindset, communication, and self-trust.

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Ryan Hendrickson stepped on an IED in Afghanistan—and lived to tell the story. A Green Beret and Silver Star recipient, Ryan opens up about the blast that nearly took his life, the moments that broke him, and the mindset that rebuilt him.

This episode dives deep into:

* The second chance that made him question who he really was

* The brutal truth his father told him in the hospital

* How entitlement turns into victimhood—and how to escape both

* Using your pain as a weapon for purpose

Ryan didn’t just recover—he returned to combat, found purpose clearing landmines in Ukraine, and now helps others find strength through service. This is what it looks like to turn pain into power.

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Josh Martin is a former special operations aviation officer with the elite 160th SOAR—The Night Stalkers. A West Point grad, combat-proven pilot, and now a strategy consultant, Josh opens up about the pressure of +/–30 second mission windows, navigating career pivots, and the accident that changed his life forever. In this raw, powerful conversation, he shares what it means to lead under pressure, recover from loss, and show up every day with a mindset built to adapt, grow, and overcome.

Whether you're chasing elite performance or bouncing back from setbacks, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, resilience, and purpose.

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What if the courage you’re looking for is built—not born?

This week, former CIA intelligence officer Michele Rigby Assad joins me to share how she survived hostile territories, faced unimaginable danger, and rescued 149 persecuted Christians from Iraq—all while constantly underestimated as “too ordinary.”

In this gripping and deeply personal episode, Michele reveals:

⏺ The real meaning of “getting off the X”

⏺ How to conquer fear in high-stress situations

⏺ What most people get wrong about courage

⏺ The underrated power of documentation, faith, and female grit

⏺ How your gut instinct is pattern recognition—and how to sharpen it

Whether you're facing a life pivot, doubting yourself, or simply stuck—this episode will show you how to move through fear and claim your purpose.

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What does it take to outsmart a traitor—and stay calm when your life is on the line?In this gripping episode, former FBI agent Dell Spry reveals what it was really like going undercover, investigating Russian spies, and learning to read people so well that even their pulse gave them away.He shares how he built trust with dangerous suspects, used emotional control to stay safe overseas, and the power of listening over talking.Whether you’re leading a team or facing a tough moment in your own life, Dell’s stories and mindset strategies will show you how to think clearly, act decisively, and lead with grit.

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