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Stop Doom Scrolling: Replace the Habit, Don’t Just Remove ItIn this episode of The Jason Wright Show, Jason continues his digital detox series with a practical strategy for breaking the doom-scrolling habit.Simply deleting Instagram, putting down your phone, or promising yourself you’ll scroll less usually isn’t enough. When you remove a habit, you create a vacuum—and something will eventually fill it.The question is: Will you deliberately choose what replaces it, or will your brain choose the easiest source of stimulation available?Jason explores the idea of replacing the “empty calories” of digital consumption with what he calls intellectual nutrition—activities that stimulate your mind, improve your performance, and still satisfy your need for engagement.He shares the strategies he’s personally using to reduce mindless digital consumption, including:Replacing scrolling with reading—even if it’s only a few paragraphs at a timeUsing a dedicated Kindle to eliminate digital distractionsRemoving high-distraction apps from his phone and intentionally adding frictionReading the news instead of consuming endless clips and commentaryChoosing challenging books that require deeper concentrationUsing educational YouTube videos and podcasts instead of algorithm-driven entertainmentConnecting what you consume to goals you’re actively pursuingUsing exercise, hobbies, and physical training to keep your mind and body engagedSpending time with people who generate stimulating, productive conversationCreating something when boredom strikes instead of automatically reaching for your phoneJason also explores the relationship between challenge, attention, and flow, and why pushing through the initial resistance of a difficult book or mentally demanding activity can eventually become far more rewarding than passive scrolling.The goal isn’t to eliminate stimulation.It’s to upgrade the quality of the stimulation you consume.If you want to spend less time scrolling, don’t just take something away.Give your brain something better to do.In This Episode00:00 Why quitting doom scrolling cold turkey often fails02:00 The problem with creating a digital vacuum03:00 Intellectual nutrition vs. digital empty calories04:00 Why reading is one of the best replacements for scrolling07:00 Why Jason uses a dedicated Kindle09:00 Adding friction between yourself and social media11:00 Reading challenging material and entering flow15:00 Turning YouTube into an educational tool18:00 Connecting your content consumption to your goals21:00 Physical activity as an antidote to passive consumption23:00 Why stimulating conversations matter26:00 Doom scrolling, rumination, and escaping your own thoughts28:00 Creating instead of consuming30:00 The biggest takeaway: deliberately fill the vacuumKey TakeawayYour brain will fill empty space one way or another. If you want to break your doom-scrolling habit, don't rely solely on discipline or willpower.Replace low-quality digital stimulation with reading, learning, movement, relationships, challenging ideas, and creation.Stop feeding your brain empty calories. Give it something nutritious instead.Sponsored by Authentic HealthThis episode of The Jason Wright Show is sponsored by Authentic Health.Real health starts at the cellular level. Stress, processed foods, environmental toxins, and poor sleep are working against your body every day.Visit shopauthentichealth.com and use promo code JASON for 10% off your first order.Improve always, in all ways.

Your Brain Is Wired to Underperform: Why Excellence Requires an OverrideWhat if the biggest thing standing between you and your potential isn’t a lack of talent, discipline, or motivation—but your own brain?In this episode of The Jason Wright Show, Jason explores the idea that the human brain is designed to conserve energy, manage risk, and keep us from pushing too far. That protective mechanism may be useful for survival, but it can also become an internal governor that convinces us we’ve reached our limit long before we actually have.Drawing on his own experiences with hard Peloton rides, VO₂ max training, and the infamous FTP test, Jason examines what happens when the mind starts screaming, “Stop.” Is that really the limit—or simply the point where deliberate effort has to take over?Jason connects the idea to David Goggins’ “40% Rule,” Michael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis, and Roger Bannister’s historic breaking of the four-minute mile to make the case that exceptional performance often requires consciously overriding the instinct to retreat toward comfort.In This EpisodeWhy the brain may encourage us to stop before we've reached our true physical limitsThe difference between feeling finished and actually being finishedDavid Goggins’ famous idea that when you think you're done, you may still have much more availableWhy motivation and mood aren't reliable tools for achieving difficult goalsWhat brutal workouts like FTP tests and Norwegian 4x4 intervals can teach us about mental limitsLessons from Michael Easter’s The Comfort Crisis about voluntarily choosing difficult challengesWhy setting a goal beyond what feels comfortable can change what you believe you're capable ofRoger Bannister and the psychological barrier surrounding the four-minute mileWhy excellence sometimes requires making a conscious decision to continue when your instincts are telling you to stopThe Big IdeaYour default setting isn't necessarily designed to make you exceptional. It's designed to protect you.That means there will be moments when pursuing something meaningful—whether in fitness, business, relationships, or personal growth—requires you to consciously override the desire to back off.You can't always wait until you feel motivated.You can't assume discomfort means you've reached your limit.And you can't expect your default settings to automatically carry you toward excellence.Sometimes you have to make the deliberate decision to go further.Key TakeawayIf you want to achieve something beyond the ordinary, you have to become willing to go beyond what your mind initially tells you you're capable of.Excellence isn't always found where things feel good. Sometimes it's found immediately beyond the point where your brain starts negotiating with you to stop.Mentioned in This EpisodeDavid Goggins — The “40% Rule” and the concept of perceived limitationsMichael Easter — The Comfort Crisis — Deliberately seeking discomfort and undertaking challenges that stretch perceived capabilitiesRoger Bannister — The first person to run a mile in under four minutes, demonstrating how supposedly impossible barriers can fall once someone proves they can be brokenNorwegian 4x4 Training — High-intensity intervals commonly used to improve cardiovascular fitness and VO₂ maxPeloton FTP Test — A demanding test used to estimate functional threshold powerIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The Jason Wright Show on YouTube and follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Please consider leaving a five-star rating and sharing this episode with someone who is pursuing something difficult.The Jason Wright ShowGo beyond what's expected.

The Greatest Productivity Hack I’ve Ever Learned: How to Get Into FlowWhat if you could get more meaningful work done in 45 minutes than you normally accomplish in several hours?In this Monday Morning Mentor episode of The Jason Wright Show, Jason explores one of the most powerful productivity tools he’s learned: the flow state.After a conversation with one of his mentees reminded him of his previous episodes on flow, Jason found himself experiencing it firsthand—sitting down, eliminating distractions, focusing on a single problem, and accomplishing an enormous amount of work in a relatively short period of time.But the real lesson isn't simply that flow exists.You have to create the conditions for it.Jason shares his personal process for preparing his mind and environment for deep, uninterrupted work: clearing his desk, closing unnecessary tabs, putting away the phone, using breathing to settle his mind, choosing one clearly defined objective, and—perhaps most importantly—giving himself permission to ignore everything else.For anyone whose mind is constantly reminding them of the other 20 things they could be doing, that last step may be the most important.In This EpisodeJason discusses:Why flow can feel almost like a productivity superpowerSteven Kotler's work studying flow and peak performanceHow extreme performers use intense focus to accomplish extraordinary thingsWhy flow doesn't simply happen—you prepare for itJason's pre-flow routine, including deep breathing and box breathingThe importance of defining one task at handWhy your phone should be out of the roomThe danger of constantly thinking about the opportunity cost of whatever you're doingWhy interruptions can destroy deep concentrationThe relationship between flow, deep work, and focused attentionThe "Einstein Method" and the power of self-imposed constraintsWhy saying no may be one of the most important productivity skillsHow too many good opportunities can prevent you from doing your most meaningful workA simple framework for creating your own distraction-free flow sessionThe Big IdeaWe often assume productivity means figuring out how to fit more things into our lives.Jason argues that the opposite may be true.The path to exceptional work is often subtraction.Clear the desk.Close the tabs.Put away the phone.Quiet the mind.Choose the task.Then give that task your complete attention.Instead of constantly asking, "What else could I be doing?" make a decision:For the next 45–90 minutes, this is the only thing I'm doing.That self-imposed constraint creates the space necessary for deeper concentration—and potentially flow.Jason's Flow Formula1. Clear your mind.Take a few deep breaths or use box breathing to settle yourself.2. Define the task.Know exactly what you're going to accomplish during the session.3. Clear your environment.Remove anything unrelated to the work in front of you.4. Eliminate interruptions.Put the phone away. Close unnecessary tabs. Let people around you know that you're unavailable.5. Create a time boundary.Give yourself 45, 60, or 90 minutes when this task is the only thing that matters.6. Keep returning your attention to the task.When your mind starts reminding you about everything else you could be doing, remind yourself:"Right now, this is all I'm doing."The TakeawaySome of the most important things you want to accomplish may never require more time.They may require better attention.If you're constantly distracted, bouncing between projects, checking your phone, responding to messages, or thinking about everything else you could be doing, experiment with deliberately creating a protected period for deep work.Go off the grid.Pick one thing.And give it everything you've got.You may be surprised by how much you're capable of accomplishing when your entire mind is finally pointed in one direction.The Jason Wright ShowIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The Jason Wright Show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave a five-star rating and share the episode with someone who could use a little more focus—and a lot fewer distractions.

After the incredible response to the first Dad Boss episode, Jason Wright and Abby Neilson are back — this time answering questions submitted by listeners.And nothing is off limits.From dating in the age of social media to marriage, singleness, faith, relationships, communication, and figuring out what actually matters in a partner, Jason and Abby bring two very different generational perspectives to the conversation.Jason shares lessons from marriage and raising daughters, including why small rituals can become some of the most meaningful parts of a relationship. Abby offers the perspective of a young single woman navigating modern dating, friendships, weddings, faith, career, and the pressure to have life figured out.In This EpisodeJason and Abby talk about:Jason's non-negotiables in marriage — including goodnight kisses, resolving conflict, and the surprisingly important tradition of the Sunday morning coffee mugs.Why Abby has changed her mind about the idea of "as he should" in dating.Whether men should still make the first move — and why women can make it easier for good men to approach them.Why asking for someone's Snapchat may officially be a dating red flag.The case for putting down the phone, stopping the endless texting, and actually calling someone.Why chivalry, kindness, mutual respect, and giving someone the benefit of the doubt never go out of style.The difference between accepting someone's flaws and trying to change them.Why the right relationship should challenge both people to become better versions of themselves.Building a life you genuinely love before asking someone else to become part of it.Why hard work, ambition, emotional availability, and effort matter more than someone's current bank account.The danger of dating someone's "potential" instead of paying attention to who they actually are today.Why assertiveness may be considered a dating red flag by some of Gen Z — when it can actually be a major green flag.How social media algorithms can distort our expectations of men, women, dating, and relationships.Abby's perspective on navigating post-grad life and wedding season while single — and learning to celebrate someone else's season without questioning your own.Faith, patience, and trusting that your timeline doesn't have to look like everyone else's.Why preparation, intentionality, and clear communication matter in dating just as much as they do in business and life.At the heart of the conversation is a simple idea: don't settle — but don't spend your life demanding from someone else what you aren't willing to bring to the relationship yourself.As Jason puts it, if you want a princess, you'd better be a prince. And if you want a prince, you'd better be the princess.Relationships aren't simply about finding someone who checks every box. They're about becoming the kind of person capable of building something meaningful with another human being.And sometimes that means putting down the phone, ignoring what the algorithm tells you relationships are supposed to look like, and learning how to actually talk to each other.Dad Boss Is Becoming Its Own ShowThanks to the overwhelming response to the first episode, Dad Boss is officially becoming its own podcast with Jason Wright and Abby Neilson.Future episodes will include more listener questions, conversations about dating, relationships, career, faith and life, along with both virtual and in-person guests.Have a question for Jason and Abby or want to join them for an episode?Email [email protected] or reach out to Abby on social media.And if you enjoyed the episode, subscribe, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and leave a five-star rating.Dad Boss — two generations, two perspectives, and honest conversations about figuring out life.

Don't Optimize Yourself to DeathJason digs into why our obsession with biohacking and longevity can quietly steal the life we're trying to extend — and how to find the balance between pursuing excellence and just plain living.Episode SummaryJason opens with the inspiration for this episode: an interview with a couple who run a precision medicine clinic in Basel, Switzerland, and authored a new book called Unlongevity (that interview airs on The Healthy CEO around August 16th). Their premise — that our pursuit of a longer life can come at the cost of actually living it — hits close to home for Jason, who shares the story of a close friend whose father was kept alive on a feeding tube and IV, extending his life without any quality of life left in it.From there, Jason contrasts two biohacking archetypes: Bryan Johnson (the "Don't Die" Blueprint guy, extreme but arguably useful for the discoveries his experiments produce) and Ben Greenfield (the more grounded, outdoorsy pioneer of the space). He admits he's fallen into the same trap himself — recounting his 2020 spiral into Peloton and Apple Watch obsession, over-restrictive calorie tracking, and a 4:30am, two-hour morning routine that brought more pressure than peace.The heart of the episode is built around Brad Stulberg's article Optimizing Ourselves to Death (featured on the Cal Newport Podcast), which Jason reads and reacts to throughout. Key ideas include the difference between pursuing excellence and merely performing the appearance of it, why hyper-optimization makes people more fragile and isolated rather than more resilient, and why self-efficacy (evidence-based confidence built from real past wins) beats hollow positive self-talk.Jason closes with his own philosophy: get it right roughly 80% of the time, and give yourself permission to enjoy the other 20% — the big dinner in Venice, the tiramisu at Harry's Bar — without guilt. Strength without flexibility is rigidity; flexibility without strength is instability. You need both.Topics CoveredThe Unlongevity book and the difference between extending lifespan vs. actually livingA personal story about a friend's father kept alive on a feeding tube — "alive, but not living"Bryan Johnson vs. Ben Greenfield: two very different faces of biohackingJason's own 2020 over-optimization spiral with the Peloton and Apple WatchShifting from a rigid, box-checking morning routine to Steven Kotler's concept of "free space" (and Jeff Bezos's unstructured mornings)Brad Stulberg's article, Optimizing Ourselves to Death (Cal Newport Podcast, March 28, 2026)Usain Bolt and the "1,000 chicken nuggets" headline — how out-of-context data becomes a false biohackThe difference between pursuing excellence and performing the illusion of controlWhy hyper-optimization breeds fragility, exhaustion, and isolationJosh Waitzkin's training method of inviting disruption (getting kicked under the table mid-chess-match) to prepare for real-world chaosJ.J. Spaun winning a major championship the day after an all-night crisis with his sick daughterJohn Daly's story about a night of drinking with Tiger Woods before a round — proof you can't control every variable of successMichael Gervais on self-talk and self-efficacy: confidence has to be backed by real evidence, not just affirmationsJason's 80/20 approach to diet and health, and why the ability to handle a "bad" meal is a sign of a resilient body, not a weak oneClosing message: don't abandon your protocols, but don't let them crowd out the people and moments that actually matterNotable Quotes"He's alive, but he's not living. There's no joy to his life.""Don't optimize yourself to death.""This sort of optimization and perfectionism makes you fragile.""It's easier to follow a specific protocol than it is to accept that life is uncertain, scary, and hard.""Strength without flexibility is rigidity. Flexibility without strength is instability. You need both."Mentioned in This EpisodeBook: Unlongevity — upcoming interview guests, precision medicine clinic (Basel, Switzerland); episode airs on The Healthy CEO ~August 16Article: "Optimizing Ourselves to Death" by Brad Stulberg (March 28, 2026), discussed on the Cal Newport PodcastBook: The Way of Excellence (referenced, title partially unclear in source)People referenced: Bryan Johnson, Ben Greenfield, Steven Kotler, Jeff Bezos, Josh Waitzkin (Searching for Bobby Fischer), J.J. Spaun, John Daly, Tiger Woods, Michael Gervais, Usain Bolt, Dwayne "The Rock" JohnsonSponsorThis episode is sponsored by Authentic Health. Visit shopauthentichealth.com and use promo code JASON for 10% off your first order.ConnectEnjoyed this episode? Subscribe to The Jason Wright Show and share it with someone who might be over-optimizing their life away.

The Jason Wright Show — Dr. Noah St. John: Tame the Caveman in Your BrainDr. Noah St. John returns to The Jason Wright Show to break down his newest framework: taming the "caveman in your brain" — the 200,000-year-old survival wiring that's quietly sabotaging how founders, sales teams, and employees respond to AI.Noah explains why the internet revolution took seven years to reach its zenith, while AI took seven months — and why that speed is exactly what's triggering fear and paralysis inside organizations. He walks through his four "caveman types" (the Chief, the Spark, the Keeper, and the Watcher), how to spot which one you are, and why understanding your type — and the type you're talking to — is critical to leading through change.The conversation also covers the real-world cost of AI avoidance (including Ford's costly decision to lay off veteran "graybeard" employees and lean on undertrained AI), why Noah has fully shifted from ChatGPT to Claude in his own business, and how he's using AI to cut a 90%-there first draft of his books — while book sales industry-wide have taken a hit because of it.In this episode:What "tame the caveman in your brain" actually means, and why it took Noah 27 books to find this framingWhy the AI revolution hit its tipping point 10x faster than the internet did — and why that speed breeds fearThe psychology of fear and greed driving both individual AI anxiety and corporate AI adoptionThe Ford "graybeards" story — what happens when companies automate before they're readyThe four caveman types — Chief, Spark, Keeper, Watcher — and how to identify yours (free quiz at noahstjohn.com)Why "you won't be replaced by AI, you'll be replaced by someone who's mastered AI"Why Noah moved from ChatGPT to Claude as his daily AI tool, and how he's using it to write booksThe one thing that matters most for a self-published book's success (hint: it's not the writing)The "caveman conversion code" — why most businesses over-focus on leads and under-focus on converting the leads they already haveResources mentioned:Free Caveman Quiz + Caveman Calculator: noahstjohn.comBook Dr. Noah St. John to speak: booknoah.comToday's episode is sponsored by Authentic Health — creators of the Foundational Stack (essential nutrients, essential fats, essential amino acids), developed by physicians Dr. Gus Vickery and Dr. Troy Jackson. Jason Wright Show listeners get 10% off at shopauthentichealth.com with promo code JASON.

The Competitive Advantage of Saying "I Don't Know"What if the greatest competitive advantage in your career isn't intelligence—but intellectual humility?In this Monday Morning Mentor, Jason Wright explores one of the most overlooked leadership traits: the willingness to admit you might be wrong. While most people waste energy defending their opinions, history's greatest leaders built their success by questioning their own assumptions.Drawing lessons from Abraham Lincoln, Charlie Munger, and Ray Dalio, Jason explains why the fastest learners become the strongest competitors and how adopting a "white belt mindset" can accelerate your career, strengthen your leadership, and dramatically improve your decision-making.This isn't about being modest.It's about making your ego irrelevant so your growth becomes unstoppable.

What if the best career advice you ever received came from someone who cared about more than your résumé?Welcome to the first episode of Boss Dad, a new series on The Jason Wright Show where I sit down with young professionals for honest conversations about careers, relationships, ambition, integrity, faith, failure, and figuring out adulthood.My first guest is my former employee and current mentee, Abby Neilson.About a year ago, Abby was a recent college graduate struggling to land her first real job. A phone call that was originally supposed to help her make a few connections unexpectedly turned into a job offer—and eventually into a mentorship and friendship that neither of us anticipated.Abby jokingly calls herself the “personality hire.” But what I saw was something every young professional should understand: you don’t have to know everything when you start. You have to be willing to learn, work hard, accept coaching, and grow.In this first episode, recorded over coffee at our unofficial “satellite office” in Highland Park Village, Abby and I talk about what the first year of a career can teach you—and why the right mentor can change the trajectory of your life.We discuss the pressure young professionals feel to immediately land the perfect job, make six figures, have a prestigious title, and know exactly what they want to do with their lives. The truth is, most people don’t have it all figured out at 22. Your first job isn’t your final identity. It may simply be graduate school that pays you.We also talk about one principle I have tried to instill in Abby from the beginning:Never compromise your integrity.You can recover from a bad decision. You can lose a sale. You can take the wrong job. You can change careers. You can fail and start again.But no job, title, paycheck, opportunity, or relationship is worth becoming someone you don’t respect.In this episode, we also explore:Why your willingness to learn may matter more than what you already knowHow to choose a boss or mentor who is invested in your futureWhy your first job should be viewed as paid graduate schoolThe difference between having a job and abandoning your dreamHow to pursue a passion project while still paying the billsWhy you should ask successful people for advice, not favorsHow to approach potential mentors without asking to “pick their brain”Why rejection is often redirection—and sometimes protectionThe importance of building a network before you desperately need oneWhy young professionals should stop being afraid to send the email, make the call, or ask for the meetingHow faith, family, purpose, and service can redefine what success actually meansAbby also shares how her definition of success has changed over the past year. What once looked like a title or a certain income now looks more like purpose, faith, meaningful work, relationships, and service.That evolution is exactly why I wanted to create Boss Dad.I’m 51 years old. I’ve been an entrepreneur. I’ve worked in corporate America. I’ve hired people, fired people, started businesses, made good decisions, and made plenty of bad ones. I was also once the entitled young professional who thought he deserved the title before he had earned the experience.I can’t go back and change those mistakes.But maybe I can help someone else avoid a few of them.Boss Dad is a place for young professionals to ask the questions they may not know who else to ask. Career questions. Leadership questions. Networking questions. Dating questions. Money questions. Questions about ambition, faith, failure, and the uncomfortable transition from being a student to becoming an adult.Sometimes you need a boss.Sometimes you need a mentor.And sometimes you need a Boss Dad.If you’re a young professional with a question—or you want to join us for a future conversation—we want to hear from you.And if you’re a parent, leader, executive, or mentor, share this episode with a young person who might need to hear it.This is just the beginning.Welcome to Boss Dad.

Go Lay Your Bricks: Staying Busy and Creating to Fight Anxiety and Depression Jason Wright, host of The Jason Wright Show and The Healthy CEO, shares that staying busy and creating something can help fight anxiety and depression. He references Winston Churchill’s lifelong struggle with depression, which Churchill called the “black dog,” and explains how Churchill coped by keeping occupied through painting and even laying bricks to engage his hands and mind. Wright relates this to his own experience of getting into funks and says creative projects like making a podcast or short video help him avoid doom scrolling, overeating from anxiety, and ruminating alone. While noting the value of being comfortable with boredom, he warns against prolonged negative rumination and encourages changing one’s state through movement or activity. He urges listeners to find their own “bricks” to lay and to seek help if needed. 00:00 Welcome and Shows 00:16 Stay Busy Create 00:37 Churchill Black Dog 01:28 My Creative Routine 02:06 Avoid Rumination 02:36 Change Your State 02:46 Lay Your Bricks 03:11 Creative Work Examples 03:44 Wrap Up and Help

Pax Prentiss spent ten years addicted to heroin, cocaine, and alcohol before discovering that addiction was not the root problem—but a symptom of deeper emotional pain.Today he is the co-founder of Passages Malibu, where thousands have recovered through individualized, holistic treatment rather than traditional addiction models.Jason and Pax discuss:Why people relapseChildhood traumaDepressionAnxietyMarijuanaKetamineAlcoholParentingRecoveryAuthentic healthContact Pax for a free consultation

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Digital Minimalism Update: Add Friction to Break Doom-Scrolling Jason Wright shares an update on his digital minimalism effort to reduce dependence on social media and improve focus and cognitive ability, inspired by Cal Newport’s work. He deleted Instagram and YouTube from his phone (leaving them on his iPad), finding the main downside is losing easy interaction with friends via Instagram DMs, not missing the entertainment. Benefits include reading more via Apple News and books (including Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale and Dostoevsky) and feeling “down-regulated” from the urge to scroll; after reinstalling Instagram briefly for a family trip, he felt no desire to scroll and deleted it again. He compares this to quitting drinking and emphasizes environment and context. His key habit advice: add friction (small resistance) to bad habits and remove resistance to good ones. 00:00 Monday Mentor Intro 00:05 Why Digital Minimalism 01:38 Digital Diet Setup 02:30 The Biggest Con 03:33 Reading More Instead 04:22 Weekend Test Reset 06:00 YouTube Temptations 07:06 Habits And Context 09:54 Add Friction Rule 11:09 Remove Resistance To Start 13:28 Brain Wiring Takeaway 14:21 Wrap Up And Sponsor

Self-Control and Divine Masculinity Jason discusses self-control as a vital personal asset, focusing especially on masculinity, drawing on ideas from Robert Greene and Jordan Peterson. He frames self-control as an ancient and biblical principle, citing Galatians 5:22–23 and Jesus’ examples in the wilderness and the teaching to “turn the other cheek,” which he interprets as choosing restraint despite having the power to dominate, not being a doormat. He compares this to martial artists who possess capability without seeking fights, and shares workplace and childhood examples showing how losing emotional control gives others leverage and damages credibility. He argues the most admirable form of control is self-mastery—especially over emotions, words, and actions—and encourages listeners to make self-control a theme for the week, then closes with subscription requests and an Authentic Health sponsorship message. 00:00 Welcome and Theme 00:38 Why Men Need Control 01:14 Biblical Roots 02:52 Turning the Other Cheek 04:17 Dangerous but Disciplined 05:50 Workplace Composure 06:52 Childhood Lesson 07:28 Divine Masculinity 09:28 Weekly Challenge 09:49 Like Subscribe Share 10:25 Sponsor Message

Weekend Review: ‘80s/’90s Nostalgia, Simpler Times, and the Luxuries We Took for Granted Jason Wright reflects on nostalgia for the ’80s and ’90s, noting that older music is popular again and arguing that life felt simpler before today’s intense political division. He cites a Vanilla Ice interview about performers dropping out of a White House 250-year celebration over Trump and praises Ice’s wish to return to a fun, non-political era. Using a BuzzFeed list about “luxuries” from the ’80s, Jason recalls special-occasion restaurant meals (like Red Lobster), traveling to another town just to go to McDonald’s, long-distance phone charges, black-and-white TVs, small servings of orange juice, motel stays and road trips with coolers and roadside picnics, watching MTV only while traveling, wall-to-wall carpeting, real butter, and having your own bedroom. He shares family trip mishaps and vivid music memories, and invites listeners to share their own childhood luxuries and experiences. 00:00 Welcome and Nostalgia 00:21 Music Then and Now 01:54 Politics Took Over 02:37 Vanilla Ice on Fun 05:30 No More Rock Bands 07:11 BuzzFeed Luxury List 08:37 Eating Out Was Special 09:24 McDonalds Road Trip 10:29 Hand Me Downs Story 13:51 Long Distance and TV 15:30 Travel Motels MTV 19:55 Flights and Road Trips 23:22 More Old Luxuries 24:09 Kids Take It For Granted 25:45 Simplicity and Memories 28:52 Summer Memory Lane 31:06 Closing and Comments

00:00 Welcome to Monday Morning Mentor 00:20 The Future Self Concept 00:55 Living Proof of Past Discipline 01:44 Understanding Delayed Gratification 02:16 Financial Discipline and Dave Ramsey 02:56 Finding Your Art 03:54 Making Better Daily Decisions 04:45 Balancing Present and Future 05:11 Looking Back with Gratitude 05:29 Reflections on Getting Older 06:29 Write Yourself Notes 07:32 Finding the Balance 08:42 Final Thoughts and Motivation

Write Your Ideal Self: Lessons from “Rooster” and Monday Morning Mentorship Jason Wright hosts Monday Morning Mentor and shares an idea inspired by the HBO show “Rooster,” in which Steve Carell’s character says he writes for a hero who does what he wishes he could do. Jason encourages listeners to visualize and write down their own “ideal self” (health, relationships, parenting, partnership, presence) as defined by them, aligning with his motto “improve always in all ways” and his Vitruvian Project concept of becoming a more well-rounded human. He suggests journaling or story-form descriptions of an ideal day and asks, if you’re not that person yet, what’s holding you back. He gives a digital detox update, replacing dopamine apps with Duolingo and learning French, and discusses overcoming excuses—like the headache of self-publishing—so he can write more and publish at least one book a year. 00:00 Monday Mentor Intro 01:06 New Show Discovery 01:55 Rooster Premise 03:17 Write Your Ideal Self 04:07 Improve Always Mindset 05:41 Planning the Practice 07:52 Digital Detox Sidebar 09:22 Publishing Roadblocks 10:53 Commit to Daily Writing 11:56 Challenge and Wrap Up 12:19 Sponsor and Sign Off

Week in Review: Comprehensive Health Testing, Dopamine in an Age of Abundance, and Marijuana Reclassification Concerns Jason Wright opens with reflections on how fast the year is going and a personal tradition of watching The Holiday on June 25, then shares a clip from his conversation with John Goldman, founder of Rebel Health, about how comprehensive functional-medicine testing (DEXA, VO2 max, A1C and other labs) revealed Goldman was pre-diabetic with visceral fat, fatty liver disease, and other risk markers, prompting Wright to urge listeners to get thorough testing beyond standard annual checkups. He next introduces researcher Anna Lembke on dopamine, explaining that brains wired for survival struggle in modern overabundance, leading to down-regulation of feel-good neurotransmitters and the need to intentionally seek discomfort and reduce consumption. After a sponsor message for Authentic Health, Wright discusses a Wall Street Journal opinion on the Trump administration’s move to reclassify marijuana to Schedule 3, citing a UC San Diego study of 11,000 adolescents linking pot use to impaired brain development, and argues that weed can hinder self-improvement and widen outcome gaps. 00:00 Welcome and Time Flies 01:03 Rebel Health Origin Story 02:14 Testing and Knowing Your Numbers 04:50 John Goldman Health Wake Up 06:59 Dopamine and Modern Abundance 09:37 Seek Discomfort for Balance 11:26 Authentic Health Sponsor Break 12:21 Marijuana Reclassification Debate 16:20 Final Thoughts and Sign Off

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Low Stakes, Big Try: Why You Should Start (and Stop Making It Do-or-Die) Jason Wright shares a lesson from trying to relearn guitar using the GuitarTuna app: when he stopped treating practice as a performance and gave himself permission to fail, relax, and just learn, he unexpectedly hit a personal best. He connects this to a Will Ferrell interview about pursuing comedy with a safety net and the role of luck, plus a similar story about Stevie Nicks being encouraged to try music for four years before committing to college. Drawing on Carol Dweck’s mindset work and an example from learning tennis, he argues that many goals become “zero-sum” only in our heads, creating pressure that prevents growth or even starting. Referencing Daniel Pink’s work and the World Regret Project, he emphasizes that people regret what they didn’t do more than what they did, urging listeners to try what they want and avoid lifelong regret. 00:00 Guitar in Hand Intro 00:59 Will Ferrell and Luck 03:12 GuitarTuna Low Stakes 04:38 Fixed vs Growth Mindset 06:02 Tennis Lesson Let It Rip 06:48 Stevie Nicks Safety Net 08:29 Try Without Regret 09:48 World Regret Project 12:17 Final Challenge and Outro

Week in Review: Fat, Exercise Snacks, and Outsourcing Your Brain to Tech Jason Wright introduces the first Week in Review format, sharing clips and takeaways from recent conversations. From Dr. Jerry Nixon, he emphasizes that excess body fat is an active, harmful gland linked to inflammation, atherosclerosis, cancer, dementia, heart disease, bone and joint degeneration, and that Americans often live long lives with chronic disease. From Dr. Rhonda Patrick, he highlights “exercise snacks,” including structured vigorous bursts (about 1–10 minutes, reaching ~80–85% max heart rate) and unstructured vigorous intermittent lifestyle activity like fast stair climbs or brisk tasks; cited VPA research suggests 1–2 minute bouts three times daily are associated with roughly 50% lower all-cause and cardiovascular mortality and 40% lower cancer mortality, even in self-identified non-exercisers. He also promotes Authentic Health’s “foundational stack” and discusses a clip with Arthur Brooks on Cal Newport’s podcast about technology’s limits in solving complex human needs and how algorithmic tools can worsen loneliness. 00:00 Welcome and Format 02:07 Dr Jerry Nixon Clip 04:14 Exercise Snacks Intro 05:14 Rhonda Patrick Explains 05:56 Supplement Cabinet Story 08:04 Authentic Health Sponsor 10:35 More Snack Examples 13:27 Tech and Brain Health 15:22 Arthur Brooks on Phones 18:27 Wrap Up and Feedback 19:17 Credits and Subscribe

Even Big Mama Is Using AI: Jason Wright’s Take on Adapting to the AI Revolution Jason Wright opens with a story about his wife’s aunt “Big Mama” posting an AI-altered senior photo of his sister-in-law on Facebook, using it to introduce his perspective on AI and why it’s now unavoidable. He reflects on decades of tech change—from the Commodore 64 and DOS terminals to pagers, early cell phones, BlackBerry, and AOL—then argues people should view AI as “me and AI,” not “me or AI.” He advises workers worried about displacement to befriend AI, start with tools like Gemini and free ChatGPT, and use it to edit rather than replace their own thinking. He cites an article featuring NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang advocating engineering, first-principles problem-solving, and becoming an “AI expert,” then shares how AI can help him edit writing and learn to code. He closes with quotes from Seneca and Zig Ziglar about changing oneself to adapt rather than seeking an escape from change. 00:00 Big Mama Meets AI 01:31 My Take on AI 02:50 Tech Then and Now 06:43 AI Anxiety and Strategy 08:00 Play With the Tools 09:23 Jensen Huang on Careers 15:08 How AI Helps Me Write 17:45 Seneca and Zig on Change 20:09 Wrap Up and Call to Action

Mike Stohler on Creative Real Estate, Syndications, and Boutique Hotels in Spain Jason Wright interviews real estate investor Mike Stoler, who built a portfolio spanning multifamily and hotels, including boutique castle properties in Spain. Stoler shares how Rich Dad Poor Dad and even a bad seminar sparked his start, early failures buying seller-financed homes from a university due to poor due diligence, and later lessons about inspections, leases, and learning operations by working for a property management company. They discuss creative financing (seller financing, assumptions), partnering and structuring deals via LLCs, joint ventures, and syndications with general and limited partners, accredited investors, preferred returns, and multiple exit strategies. Stoler explains why hotels differ from multifamily, how he recruited an experienced operator with incentive-based economics, his view of short-term vs midterm rentals amid regulation and saturation, and why Spain offers attractive boutique hotel valuations despite heavy paperwork and setup costs. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:35 Entrepreneurship vs Owning a Job 03:21 Mike’s Origin Story 05:13 Seller Financing Basics 07:23 Creative Deal Structures 11:00 LLCs and Partner Selection 13:32 Syndications Explained 18:57 Preferred Returns and Payouts 20:22 Exit Strategies and Refinancing 25:24 Short Term Rental Reality Check 28:32 Boutique Hotel Playbook 34:24 Why Spain Now 35:25 Castle Deals Shock 37:35 Paperwork And Setup Costs 39:23 Regulation And Rule Of Law 42:40 Preserving Historic Properties 44:39 Staffing The Boutique Hotel 47:12 Cost Of Living Advantage 48:28 Wealth Lessons And Mentors 53:21 Portfolio Scale And Strategy 54:58 Connect And Invest With Mike 55:58 Wellness Retreat Opportunity 01:00:35 Final Thanks And Outro

Stop Smoking Weed: The Cognitive Cost No One Wants to Talk About | Monday Morning Mentor In this Monday Morning Mentor follow-up on getting smarter, Jason argues that peak cognitive health matters more than ever amid the AI information onslaught and pleads with listeners to stop smoking weed, criticizing how frequently marijuana use is portrayed as normal or funny in shows and films like Your Friends & Neighbors, This Is Where I Leave You, Sam and Kate, and Love, Sarah. He says legalization doesn’t make cannabis harmless, takes issue with prominent pro-weed voices, and cites 2025 research summaries describing links between heavy or early cannabis use and reduced working-memory brain activation, poorer working-memory performance, slowed neurocognitive development, and chronic impairments in attention, executive function, memory, and learning, plus potential increases in anxiety and depression for youth. He adds that parents who use weed signal approval to their kids, and he frames the message as a non-moral argument about staying mentally sharp and harder to control. 00:00 Welcome and Context 01:00 Stop Smoking Weed 01:35 Weed Everywhere on TV 03:54 More Movie Examples 07:05 Legal Doesnt Mean Good 09:53 What the Studies Say 12:24 Why This Matters Long Term 18:39 Parents and Social Norms 19:35 Culture Pushback and Control 22:48 Final Advice and Sign OffMentioned in this episode:Authentic Health Foundational Stack

The Psychology of Leadership with Sebastien Page: Listening, Strategic Quitting, and Long-Term Thinking Jason Wright interviews Sebastien Page, T. Rowe Price’s Head of Global Multi-Asset and CIO overseeing $500+ billion, about his book The Psychology of Leadership and the mindset and habits behind effective leadership. Page argues leadership is often counterintuitive: listening can matter more than communication; quitting—like selling an investment or stopping a failing project—is harder than persistence; and stress is inevitable but can be used as performance fuel. They discuss goal-induced blindness (including Everest examples), the importance of long-term thinking and meaning (the “three bricklayers” analogy), and mentoring high-achievers beyond wealth or fame. Page highlights basics for sustained performance—sleep, diet, exercise—and uses box breathing before high-stress moments like CNBC appearances. They also cover growth mindset, process-oriented excellence, and Page cites GE CEO Larry Culp as a leadership exemplar. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 02:32 Energy Management Talk 05:28 Leadership Myths Flipped 08:51 Strategic Quitting Skills 11:08 Goals and Everest Lesson 14:31 Born or Made Leaders 18:43 Growth Mindset and Excellence 22:32 Process Goals and Mastery 25:02 Leadership Basics 26:06 Sleep Diet Exercise 28:10 Breathwork Under Stress 29:44 Positive Self Talk 31:46 Mental Rehearsal Mastery 34:31 Avoid Toxic Positivity 38:07 Long Range Goals 39:35 Meaning Over Money 41:56 Mentoring High Achievers 48:40 Book Takeaways Wrap 50:15 Leaders Worth Studying 52:05 Final Sign Off

Monday Morning Mentor: Focus on What You Can Control Jason Wright discusses a New York Magazine article by Xochitl Gonzalez that uses renewed nostalgia for smoking to express a cynical, nihilistic “nothing matters” reaction to a “deranged year,” framed around political events and a belief that the future is too bleak to justify good habits. Wright argues this mindset shows up in everyday life when people give up on health, appearance, and discipline because they feel powerless over society and current events. He shares a lesson from a former manager about concentrating on the “circle” of things you can control and applies it to personal standards: grooming, dressing well, being kind and respectful, working hard, sleeping, eating well, exercising, and staying hydrated. He recounts adopting these habits in college to build character and self-respect regardless of what others do or what happens in the world. 00:00 Welcome and Subscribe 00:22 Provocative Smoking Article 02:17 Reading the Article Excerpt 05:49 Nihilism and Giving Up 07:32 Circle of Control Lesson 08:21 Daily Grooming Standards 10:16 College Habits and Self Respect 12:44 Character and Closing Thoughts

Monday Morning Mentor: 10 Parenting “Don’ts” for Raising Well-Adjusted Kids In this Monday Morning Mentor episode, Jason Wright reflects on parenting his daughters Ryland (26, newly married) and Abby, sharing a list of “not to do” parenting lessons shaped partly by his own experience with conditional love growing up. He advises parents not to make love conditional, not to guilt-trip kids about costs or sacrifices, and not to praise intelligence over effort to avoid a fixed mindset (citing Carol Dweck’s work). He warns against spoiling children and recommends teaching delayed gratification through goals or matching contributions. Other “don’ts” include letting kids get tattoos, accepting important messages by text instead of calls, allowing sloppy dress, and letting a day pass without meaningful conversation or without saying “I love you,” emphasizing agape love as action. 00:00 Welcome and Support 00:41 Why Parenting Matters 02:13 Parenting Donts Setup 02:51 Avoid Conditional Love 04:29 Skip the Guilt Trips 05:28 Praise Effort Not Smarts 07:54 No Spoiling Teach Earning 11:17 Think Twice About Tattoos 15:03 Calls Over Texts 17:02 Dress With Self Respect 20:09 Daily Real Conversations 22:25 Say I Love You Daily 23:33 Wrap Up and Sign Off

A Plea to Get Smarter: Brain Fitness, Reading, and Escaping the Attention Economy Jason Wright asks listeners to intentionally “get smarter” by strengthening their ability to reason, focus, and tolerate boredom, arguing society is regressing in communication and thinking and that this correlates with widening wealth gaps. He warns that “free” digital services (Pluto TV, Gmail, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook) make users the product by monetizing attention, and encourages replacing doom-scrolling with reading and other “brain fitness” habits. Citing books and thinkers like Greg McKeown (Essentialism), Arthur Brooks (The Meaning of Your Life), and Cal Newport (Deep Work, Big Questions), he frames reading as pushups for the brain and suggests puzzles, learning guitar, timers/deleting apps, and reading a few sentences before checking social media. He urges reduced dependence on LLMs by thinking first, researching independently, writing by hand, and using AI mainly to polish, and recommends using history to contextualize current events, ending with a call to be a better thinker over partisan identity. 00:00 Welcome and a Plea 00:57 Why Society Feels Dumber 02:56 Free Apps and You Are Product 04:12 Books and Digital Minimalism 06:13 Brain Fitness Through Reading 07:34 Beat Doomscrolling With Three Sentences 10:04 Use LLMs Less Think More 10:57 Write by Hand to Think Better 13:01 History Repeats Itself 14:21 Final Plea and Closing 15:40 Outro and Calls to Action

After his daughter’s wedding, Jason shares advice from the Bible studies they held leading up to it: to maintain a happy marriage, treat your spouse as though they already are the man or woman of your dreams, because people tend to live up to how they are treated. He extends this idea to all relationships and to personal growth through identity-based habits—acting like the healthier, smarter, or more successful version of yourself makes it more likely you’ll become that person. Jason describes how he cherishes his wife, Jim Lynn, with daily affection and small acts like making her coffee, and warns that nagging, harshness, or treating a spouse like a cheater or lazy person can push them toward those behaviors. He closes with podcast credits and a request for newsletter sign-ups and a five-star iTunes rating.00:00 Wedding Weekend Reflections00:27 Treat Them Like the Dream01:37 Identity Habits for You02:21 Bragging on My Wife03:25 Your Monday Challenge03:49 The Danger of Negativity04:33 Show Wrap and Call to Action

Dr. Sharon Spano is a transformational executive coach, business strategist, and thought leader specializing in human potential and high-impact leadership. With more than 25 years of experience in corporate and private business settings, she works with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams to uncover the hidden barriers that limit growth and fulfillment. She holds a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems and is a certified Integral Professional Coach, bringing a unique blend of science, systems thinking, and personal development to her work. Dr. Spano is the creator of the Potential Unleashed™ framework and the author of The Pursuit of Time and Money, where she explores how individuals can achieve both meaningful success and personal fulfillment. As host of The Other Side of Potential podcast, Dr. Spano engages in deep, thought-provoking conversations about leadership, identity, and the complexities that shape how we live and lead. Her work is rooted in helping high-performing individuals move beyond traditional strategies to experience lasting transformation—both personally and professionally.

Never Complain, Never ExplainJason reflects on the quote “never complain, never explain,” which he heard from Robert Greene and believes is attributed to a former British Prime Minister, and describes how he researched it and recognized his own habits of complaining and explaining. He argues that complaining is exhausting, people don’t care to hear it, and it can enlarge problems by reinforcing a negative mindset, noting a perceived correlation between frequent complaints and more aches and pains. He also commits to stopping unnecessary explanations about his unconventional, project-based work and podcasting, emphasizing he doesn’t owe anyone justification and should let actions speak for themselves. He shares Greene’s framing that complaining makes you look weak and encourages listeners to stop whining, stop explaining, and focus on doing. He closes the episode with podcast credits and requests for newsletter signups and ratings.00:00 Never Complain Never Explain00:30 Why Complaining Backfires01:06 Stop Explaining Yourself01:57 Let Actions Speak02:30 Robert Greene Breakdown03:41 Weekly Challenge Wrap Up03:48 Show Outro and Calls

JB Glossinger on Reducing Cognitive Load, Saying No, and Building Systems for Consistent High Performance Jason Wright interviews performance coach and MorningCoach founder JB Glossinger about building systems to reduce cognitive load and decision fatigue for entrepreneurs facing information overload. JB shares how early academic struggles pushed him to create a productivity framework rooted in the “six things” prioritization method, later expanded into a mission-vision-values cascade down to goals, projects, and tasks. He emphasizes simplifying, using data for business decisions, and prioritizing lifestyle choices, including learning to say “no,” even to a potential $100M corporate deal, to protect his desired life. They discuss identity vs. material status, investing in non-traditional education and coaching, morning perspective and rituals, consistency through small habits that become autonomous, selective tool use (system before tools), community support, and shutting work down in the evening to preserve peace and performance. 00:00 Welcome and Setup 01:08 JB Origin Story 02:51 Entrepreneur Overload 04:47 Sacred Six Framework 07:07 Mission Vision Values 09:08 Power of No 10:12 Data vs Lifestyle 13:32 Lifestyle Filters 17:05 Perspective and Identity 23:01 Consistency and Rituals 25:29 Mission Vision Daily 28:35 Gamification and Tools 30:18 Systems Before Tools 31:25 Steal Less Adapt More 32:53 Waking With Purpose 33:58 Cognitive Load Reset 37:53 Distraction Deep Work 40:31 Day in the Life 47:21 Software Built Around Process 53:51 Community Dopamine Wins 55:35 Success Is Peace 01:01:04 Where To Find JB 01:02:38 Final Wrap And Outro

Monday Morning Mentor: Never Drink at Work Events Jason Wright introduces a new “Monday Morning Mentor” segment on the Jason Wright Show and shares a core lesson: never drink at work events. He recounts being 23 at his first convention, drinking free alcohol, and then driving colleagues—including a vice president—while intoxicated, followed by intense next-day regret and anxiety. He describes repeatedly replaying conversations after professional outings, the peer pressure and judgment non-drinkers can face, and an embarrassing incident getting sick in a vice president’s hotel room. Wright explains that setting personal rules (e.g., no weeknight drinks, no work-event drinking, 90-day fast) earns respect and reduces pressure. He says he has avoided alcohol for over eight years, citing peace of mind, professionalism, and career protection, especially for young workers. 00:00 Monday Morning Mentor Intro 00:41 Free Drinks First Mistake 01:08 Driving With The VP 01:47 The Next Day Anxiety 02:39 Why Saying No Feels Weird 03:20 Guinness Disaster Story 04:00 Use A Personal Rule 04:43 Eight Years Alcohol Free 05:34 Advice For Young Pros 06:27 Wrap Up And Ratings

How to Say No: Setting Boundaries and Building Equity in Your YesJason Wright discusses the difficulty of saying “no,” especially at work, citing Anne Lamott’s line that “No is a complete sentence” and describing fears of losing value or appearing insubordinate. He shares his own progress away from reflexively agreeing and recounts refusing a stressful favor requested by his wife on behalf of a friend, which ultimately helped his wife recognize her own “yes” habit. Jason argues that “no” can earn respect by signaling you value your time and worth, but it’s easier with credibility. He advises building “equity” by executing excellently when you do say yes so others trust your commitments. He uses Clayton Christensen’s boundary-setting with weekend work as an example and concludes that without self-set boundaries, others will impose ones that feel like a prison.00:00 Why No Feels Hard01:17 Saying No At Home01:42 Wedding Favor Boundary02:50 Workplace Respect For No03:28 Build Credibility With Yes03:56 Clayton Christensen Boundaries04:42 Set Your Own Boundaries05:04 Final Takeaways

Tony Cooper on Intentional Fatherhood, Ownership, and the Traditions That Shape a Family Jason Wright interviews executive coach Tony Cooper, host of The Dad Manual podcast, about the joy and challenges of fatherhood and how dads can be more intentional. Tony shares becoming a father at 35 after two years of trying, then struggling emotionally when a second child arrived 18 months later, prompting him to seek support through men’s work and shift from a victim mindset to ownership and gratitude. They discuss how parenthood can “reparent” yourself, the power of a father’s approval or disapproval, modeling sincere apologies without blame, and creating family rituals that give kids a stable, joyful “home universe.” Tony emphasizes emotional regulation so children feel safe bringing problems to dad, and balancing privilege with gratitude, including a tradition making Hanukkah about giving and Christmas about receiving. Authentic Health is the sponsor (www.shopauthentichealth.com). 00:00 Show Cold Open 00:42 Supplement Cabinet Confession 01:16 Authentic Health Origin 02:48 Daily Foundational Stack 03:45 Promo Code And Results 05:17 Meet Tony Cooper 06:07 Dad Manual Mission 07:16 When Fatherhood Began 09:06 Practice Marriage Lessons 12:03 Trying For Baby 17:01 Second Child Shock 19:45 Ocean Beach Breakdown 24:18 Victim Mindset Shift 28:05 Reparenting Through Parenting 29:41 What I Refuse To Repeat 32:45 Forgiveness And Apologies 34:56 Family Traditions And Rituals 36:41 The Only Four Letter Word 37:55 Goofy Dad Universe 41:03 Father Archetype Power 43:12 Approval Not Disapproval 47:29 Kids Feeling Safe 51:10 Embracing Failure Lessons 54:55 Sharing Vulnerability Wisely 56:09 Amygdala Life Or Death 01:01:33 Mentor Girl Dad Era 01:03:59 Raising Gratitude Not Entitlement 01:09:31 Hanukkah Giving Tradition 01:11:58 Wrap Up And Where To Follow 01:14:51 Final Sign Off

Russ Morgan on Infinite Banking and Building Passive Income Without Wall Street Jason Wright welcomes Russ Morgan of “Wealth Without Wall Street” to discuss building wealth through passive income and entrepreneurship rather than traditional Wall Street approaches. Russ shares his background as a certified financial planner during the 2008 crisis and how meeting Nelson Nash led him to the “infinite banking” concept: storing capital in properly designed whole life insurance cash value, borrowing against it without traditional loan structure, deploying funds into cash-flowing assets or debt payoff, and recycling cash flow back to rebuild the capital base. They contrast this with constraints of qualified plans like 401(k)/TSP loans and define financial freedom as passive income exceeding monthly expenses, advocating tracking progress. Russ outlines investor frameworks including “investor DNA,” defining a buy box, focusing on operator quality, and key due-diligence questions. The episode is sponsored by Authentic Health (shopauthentichealth.com, promo code Jason). 00:00 Supplement Cabinet Confession 00:49 Doctor Gus and the 18 Bottles 02:21 Authentic Health Foundational Stack 03:18 Promo Code and Full Disclosure 04:50 Meet Russ Morgan 06:16 Wedding Costs and Money Stress 07:28 Wealth Without Wall Street Intro 08:16 2008 Crisis and Nelson Nash 11:49 What Infinite Banking Means 14:15 Four Steps Framework 16:56 Whole Life as Cash Storage 18:03 Leverage and Policy Loans 21:26 Returns and Mechanics Explained 26:19 Alternatives and 401k Loan Limits 31:19 Finding Your Freedom Number 32:56 Tracking Passive Income Growth 34:24 Create Deal Flow 34:59 Track Financial Freedom 35:32 Escape Fee Based Advice 37:08 Three Lessons Frameworks 37:57 Find Your Investor DNA 41:03 Build Your Buy Box 41:50 People Over Deals 43:06 Operator Due Diligence 45:32 Know The Rules 47:45 No Money Down Story 55:25 MBA Versus Real Skills 57:19 Opportunity And Purpose 01:02:43 AI Integrator Future 01:03:38 Where To Follow Russ 01:04:53 Know how financially FREE you really are:: Watch Wealth Without Wall Street YouTube:: Start 4 week passive income accelerator

Bitcoin Mining 101 with Beau Turner (Abundant Mines): Energy, Money, and Passive Crypto Infrastructure Jason Wright welcomes Beau Turner, founder and CEO of Abundant Mines, for a “Bitcoin 101” conversation aimed at listeners who don’t yet understand crypto. Beau shares his background as a former real estate investor who sold his holdings to pursue Bitcoin mining, built Abundant Mines into an eight-figure business, and created the company after losing $500,000 in an early mining partnership and seeing widespread unreliability and scams in the space. They discuss entrepreneurship, defining abundance as “fulfillment of purpose,” and the responsibility that comes with sovereignty. Beau explains why Bitcoin differs from other cryptocurrencies (no CEO, no insider allocation, open-source rules), how Bitcoin works and is stored (a public ledger like visible PO boxes with private keys), the 21 million supply cap, miners’ roles and transaction fees, exchanges vs self-custody, and why mining can be a tax-advantaged way to acquire Bitcoin. Beau also briefly compares Bitcoin mining infrastructure with AI data centers and shares where to find Abundant Mines’ resources. 00:00 Show Intro and Bitcoin Curiosity 00:42 Meet Bo Turner and Abundant Mines 02:05 Why This Is Bitcoin 101 03:13 SMU Connection and Podcasting 04:51 Jason Sets the Ground Rules 06:32 Bo Origin Story and Big Picture 09:43 Defining Abundance and Purpose 18:09 Entrepreneurship Is Not for Everyone 20:32 How Abundant Mines Began 22:00 From Real Estate to Mining Thesis 23:37 Mining vs Buying Bitcoin and Taxes 30:38 Data Centers AI and Grid Fit 34:23 Bitcoin Mining 101 Starts Here 35:20 Bitcoin Not Crypto 36:15 Why Bitcoin Wins 40:30 Wallets Keys And Custody 41:36 Mining Supply And Fees 44:52 Open Source Governance 50:13 Buying Safely Or Mining 53:38 Gold Rush Analogy 57:11 Bitcoin In An AI Future 01:00:44 Energy Money And Freedom 01:07:29 Where To Follow Bo 01:09:03 Final Wrap And Outro

So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Valuing Time Over MoneyJason Wright discusses the idea from the book “So Good They Can’t Ignore You,” attributed to Cal Newport and a quote from Steve Martin, arguing that true leverage comes from becoming so skilled you can dictate terms. He illustrates this with Steve Jobs hiring designer Paul Rand for the NeXT logo after Rand refused to provide multiple options, insisting he would deliver one solution for a fee regardless of use. Wright parallels this with his father’s homebuilding practice of refusing to bid and instead naming a firm price. He adds examples of Jim Collins requiring clients to come to Boulder and structuring his operation to say no, and notes similar boundary-setting by Warren Buffett, Bill Gates, Cal Newport, Tim Ferriss, and Seth Godin. Wright emphasizes time as the most valuable non-renewable asset and aims to earn the ability to protect it.00:00 So Good They Cant Ignore You01:01 Steve Jobs Meets Paul Rand03:04 One Logo One Solution03:51 Knowing Your Worth05:42 Jim Collins Sets Terms07:56 Time Over Money11:23 Make Your Time Priceless12:50 Closing And Call To Action

Unforgettable Dad Move: Choosing What’s EssentialJason Wright shares a favorite fatherhood story from Greg McKeown’s book "Essentialism" and reflects on being a proud dad to his daughters, Ryland and Abby, valuing that above career success or titles. He explains he is rereading the book to regain focus, having deleted social media from his phone and aiming to minimize life to what is essential. He recounts Cynthia’s planned father-daughter night in San Francisco that was nearly derailed when her father ran into a colleague who invited them to a seafood dinner, but her dad—Stephen Covey—declined, honored their special date, and created an unforgettable evening. Jason connects this to the idea that we always choose our commitments, urges fathers to keep standards and priorities clear, and emphasizes learning to say no, quoting, “The people who matter won’t mind; the people who mind don’t matter.”}00:00 Why Dadhood Matters02:51 Essentialism And Focus Reset04:08 Cynthia’s Big Night Plan05:47 The Ultimate Dad No06:24 Covey And The Power Of Choice08:26 Saying No In Real Life09:57 People Who Matter Won’t Mind11:15 Final Takeaways And Outro

How Collars & Co Founder Justin Baer Won a Shark Tank Deal: Jason Wright’s Pitch BreakdownJason Wright profiles entrepreneur Justin Baer, founder of Collars & Co, and provides commentary on Baer’s Shark Tank episode. Wright, wearing Collars & Co apparel and stating no affiliation, explains Baer created the “dress collar polo” to solve the discomfort and “floppy collar” problem of wearing a dress shirt under fitted sweaters, and credits the brand’s lifestyle-focused social media marketing. On Shark Tank, Baer seeks $300,000 for 4% and reveals $5.4M in sales on 92,000 shirts with 20% net margin, drawing strong reactions to valuation and equity. Wright highlights Baer’s calm handling of rejection, command of numbers, and clear use of funds (inventory, marketing, team, and a line of credit) plus desire for mentorship. After negotiations and pushback about listening, Baer agrees to $300,000 for 10% with a $700,000 line of credit and mentorship from Mark Cuban and Peter Jones.00:00 Show Intro and Setup00:25 Peter Lynch Investing Lesson01:44 Meet Justin Baer02:59 Why Collars and Co Works03:54 Social Media and Brand Vibe05:24 Plan Shark Tank Breakdown06:54 Justin Pitch Begins08:56 Sales Numbers Shock09:14 Anchoring Explained11:44 Damon Rejects Hard12:10 Handling Rejection Masterclass15:14 Marketing Funnel Edge16:19 Kevin Offer and Pushback16:58 Confidence and Composure18:57 Know Your Numbers20:48 What Funding Is For23:36 Numbers Over Ego24:07 Credit Line And Mentorship25:00 Debt Versus Equity Lesson27:22 Sharks Warn Of Risk28:46 Line Of Credit Negotiation29:50 Anchors And Counteroffers32:27 Listening And Leverage35:25 Deal On The Brink36:04 Accepting The Final Deal36:43 Aftermath And Takeaways39:38 Sharks Closing Reactions

Jason Wright welcomes back leadership and performance coach Dr. Noah St. John, who explains why the AI revolution is moving far faster than the early internet and why many leaders feel fear about AI replacing jobs and livelihoods. Dr. Noah describes the “human AI gap,” driven by human fear and greed, and urges leaders to stay in control rather than letting LLMs dictate decisions, noting AI “hallucinations” and sharing Sam Altman’s comments about AI risk. He applies his “Zero Friction” philosophy by framing business problems as friction problems requiring friction-removing solutions, including AI-related friction. They discuss his 26th book and first children’s book, “I Ask Better Questions,” and how better questions relate to prompting and “garbage in, garbage out.” Dr. Noah also introduces ClickPulses.ai to help businesses become “AI visible” and get cited by LLMs faster than traditional SEO, and directs listeners to noahstjohn.com for an executive briefing and a revenue ceiling diagnostic.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro01:28 Why People Fear AI04:09 The Human AI Gap07:36 AI Leadership and Staying in Control11:40 Zero Friction Business Lens15:28 Better Questions and Prompting18:51 Garbage In Garbage Out19:58 AI Hallucinations Explained20:43 Role Prompting Tactic21:38 Asking Better Questions23:21 AI Visibility for Business26:53 From Google to LLM Search29:21 Land Rush Marketing Window32:56 Using LLMs Daily36:14 Contact and Resources39:25 Final Sign Off

Harnessing the Power of the Law of AttractionIn this episode of the Jason Wright Show, Jason delves into the concept of the Law of Attraction to shape a more positive life. He shares personal anecdotes and practical examples, including his first business acquisition and everyday interactions that highlight how focusing on positivity and outwardly serving others can lead to tangible benefits and a more joyful life. Jason underscores the importance of mindset, energy, and the reticular activating system in manifesting desired outcomes and attracting opportunities.00:00 Introduction to the Jason Wright Show00:10 Understanding the Law of Attraction00:59 The Power of Focus and Reticular Activating System03:00 Personal Anecdote: Buying My First Company06:43 Applying the Law of Attraction in Daily Life09:51 Creating Positive Atmospheres22:08 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of 'The Jason Wright Show,' Jason wishes his audience a Happy New Year 2026 and shares his personal reflections on starting the new year with intention and self-improvement. He discusses his recent lack of motivation, the importance of deep, meaningful relationships, and his commitment to being an extrovert and nurturing relationships. Inspired by his ongoing leadership training and the late Scott Adams' final words, Jason emphasizes being useful and loving towards others. He expresses his goal to continue making a positive impact through his podcast, encouraging listeners to find opportunities to be better every day.00:00 New Year Reflections and Podcast Restart01:44 Personal Growth and Leadership Training04:17 Embracing Relationships and Longevity08:39 Podcast Plans and Listener Engagement13:54 Life Lessons and Overcoming Challenges18:10 Inspiration from Scott Adams25:19 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

Overcoming Adversity: Ken Miller's Journey from Incarceration and Addiction to Business Success and MentorshipIn this episode of the Jason Wright Show, Jason Wright talks with Ken Miller, a successful businessman, mentor, and former inmate. Ken shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction, surviving incarceration, and ultimately transforming his life. He discusses the critical role of supplementation, reading, and genuine spiritual alignment in his recovery and success. Ken emphasizes the importance of having role models, maintaining habits, and the profound impact of self-audit and reflection. Through his narrative, Ken aims to inspire others, especially young black men, to believe in their dreams and achieve their potential.00:00 The Great Supplement Debate01:09 Introducing Dr. Gus Vickery02:13 The Foundational Stack03:26 Personal Supplementation Routine04:06 Interview with Kim Miller Begins07:19 Kim Miller's Early Life09:00 Struggles with Addiction and Incarceration13:33 The Turning Point16:57 Reintegration and Success34:40 Exploring Sources of Self-Esteem35:57 Struggling with Divine Love37:41 Mentorship and Personal Growth38:40 Coping with Loss and Acceptance41:17 The Power of Serving Others43:23 Overcoming Personal Demons46:14 The Importance of Integrity54:58 The Value of Reading and Deep Thinking01:00:50 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Bishop Kevin Foreman on The Jason Wright Show: Navigating Ministry, Entrepreneurship, and LeadershipIn this episode of The Jason Wright Show, sponsored by shopauthentichealth.com, Jason Wright interviews Bishop Kevin Foreman, known as The People's Bishop. Foreman is an influential pastor, entrepreneur, success coach, and author who shares his journey from humble beginnings in Denver and Memphis to becoming a successful leader. The conversation explores his health and fitness journey, his innovative approach to scaling ministry, and the importance of goal setting and vision in leadership. Bishop Foreman also discusses the state of young men today and how to support and guide them towards a positive future. The discussion is rich with insights on spiritual growth, personal development, and authentic leadership.00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:12 Welcome and Guest Introduction01:21 Bishop Foreman's Background and Achievements03:44 Defining Moments in Bishop Foreman's Life07:04 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs12:05 Confronting Challenges and Personal Growth13:16 Health and Fitness Journey20:35 Balancing Ministry and Personal Branding25:29 Balancing Mission and Content Creation26:28 The Evolution of Podcasting27:59 Leveraging Digital Media in Ministry29:28 Scaling and Expanding the Church39:11 Vision and Goal Setting43:25 Addressing the Crisis Among Young Men50:41 Conclusion and Staying Connected

Overcoming Public Criticism and Finding True Joy: A Conversation with Jackson LahmeyerOrder a signed copy of "Chasing After The Wind" HEREIn this episode of The Jason Wright Show, Jason interviews Jackson Lahmeyer, the pastor and author of 'Chasing After The Wind.' Jackson shares his experiences in public life, from facing media criticism for keeping his church open during the pandemic to leading the White House Faith Office under the Trump administration. The discussion covers Jackson's journey to finding true joy and happiness, the importance of maintaining fast-twitch muscle mass as you age, and the role of faith in contemporary society. Jackson also provides practical advice on beginning a spiritual journey and addresses the challenges of living an authentic life in today's platform culture.00:00 Introduction and Personal Fitness Goals01:06 Importance of Supplements01:48 Authentic Health Promotion02:57 Guest Introduction: Jackson Meyer03:08 Faith and Public Policy05:19 Pandemic Challenges and Church Leadership08:14 Political Involvement and Religious Exemptions15:18 Support and Mentorship20:36 White House Faith Office24:52 Donald Trump's Faith Journey35:47 The Authenticity of Humanity37:12 A Macro View of America37:52 Spiritual Awakening and Persecution40:52 The Rise of Platform Culture41:56 Chasing After the Wind: The Book42:41 The Pursuit of Happiness44:36 Contentment and Joy53:46 Practical Steps for Contentment01:03:08 Invitation to Faith01:08:35 Conclusion and Farewell

Show Sponsor: Authentic Health Use promo code JASON for a 10% discount on your first order.In this episode of The Jason Wright Show, Dr. George Ibrahim dives deep into the world of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). He shares his journey from being a Duke-trained urologist specializing in prostate cancer to focusing on regenerative medicine and HRT. Dr. Ibrahim discusses the importance of testosterone levels in both men and women, outlines the misconceptions around testosterone therapy, explains how HRT can improve overall health and longevity, and dispels myths about the risks of HRT, particularly regarding prostate cancer. He also shares personal experiences and patient outcomes, emphasizing the holistic approach needed for effective HRT management. The episode provides valuable insights into the benefits of testosterone optimization and the importance of medical oversight in the process.Dr. Ibrahim opened Biltmore Restorative Medicine & Aesthetics in early 2013. https://www.biltmorerestorativemedicine.com/about-us/dr-george-ibrahim/"My goal was simple; to be the most highly trained, experienced physician practicing hormone optimization—period. Ten years ago, I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Rather than put patients at risk, I retired as a surgeon. My love of medicine and helping others stayed with me throughout my time away from the operating room. I wanted to practice medicine but was unsure how this would translate for me during this new chapter of my life. One day, I read about hormone replacement therapies. I was fascinated by the opportunity to help people feel and look better. Even though I wouldn’t be saving lives like I did as a urologist-oncologist, I could still change them for the better."00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:52 Dr. Ibrahim's Background and Career Shift01:32 Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy03:46 Personal Experiences with Hormone Therapy05:31 The Science Behind Testosterone Levels11:32 Testosterone Replacement Therapy Myths15:48 Impact of Hormone Therapy on Fertility17:44 Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Treatment21:15 Importance of Monitoring Hormone Levels28:16 Understanding Hormone Therapy28:50 Holistic Approach to Hormone Health29:43 Interpreting Lab Reports31:39 The Importance of Testosterone Levels34:04 Integrative Health and Hormone Therapy42:59 Testosterone and Prostate Cancer47:35 Investment in Hormone Therapy49:43 Upcoming Book and Menopause Discussion53:19 Conclusion and Contact Information

Building Wealth Through Smart Investing with Bronson HillIn this episode, Jason Wright interviews Bronson Hill, who shares his journey from a corporate job to building a successful investment and real estate business. They discuss strategies for wealth creation, investment tactics, fundraising, and buying existing businesses. Bronson provides actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors, emphasizing the value of networking, collaboration, and looking for new opportunities. Additionally, they discuss how to leverage owner financing and creative deal structuring to acquire properties and businesses.00:00 The Great Supplement Debate00:55 Introducing Dr. Gus Vickery's Approach01:59 The Foundational Stack by Authentic Health03:12 Personal Supplementation Routine03:54 Welcome Bronson Hill: Wealth Building Insights05:07 Bronson's Journey to Financial Freedom05:27 The Importance of Time Freedom06:39 Taking the Leap: From Corporate to Entrepreneur07:18 Mindset Shifts for Success17:01 First Steps in Real Estate Investing18:28 Scaling Up: From Single Family to Multifamily26:25 Structuring a Real Estate Business27:50 Advice for Aspiring Real Estate Investors30:33 Passive Income Strategies31:14 Networking with Wealthy Individuals31:50 Creating Value for Wealthy People32:45 Raising Capital for Real Estate Deals33:39 Finding and Leveraging Opportunities34:51 Learning from Successful People35:56 Owner Financing and Creative Deals40:28 Mindset and Asking for Opportunities42:42 Buying Revenue vs. Starting Up54:59 Maximizing Land Value58:09 About the Book: Fire Yourself59:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Mastering Flow States and Productivity with Steven PuriIn this episode of The Jason Wright Show, host Jason Wright welcomes Steven Puri, founder of Sukha and former film executive with Dreamworks and 20th Century Fox. The conversation dives into the importance of leveraging flow states for enhanced productivity and focus. Steven shares insights on how his platform, Sukha, helps users block out distractions and create an environment conducive to deep work. They discuss the psychological principles behind flow, personal anecdotes of achieving flow, and practical tips for listeners to implement in their daily routines. Furthermore, the episode touches upon Steven's experience in the film industry and delves into a rich discussion on the movie 'Casablanca' and the intricacies of character writing in 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'.04:19 Meet Steven Puri: Entrepreneur and Innovator08:44 Diving into Flow States16:05 Challenges of Working from Home26:08 Tools and Techniques for Focus30:47 Sukha: Enhancing Productivity35:35 Morning Routine and Distractions36:33 Managing Website Distractions38:56 Productivity Graph Insights40:05 Hollywood Gossip and News Distractions43:45 Investing in Movies: A Hollywood Tale49:04 Casablanca: A Deep Dive57:26 Raiders of the Lost Ark: An Analysis01:01:13 Conclusion and Farewell

Special offer for Jason Wright Show listeners mentioned in the episodehttps://www.michelleniemeyer.com/offers/dmNrobgd/checkoutOR text CLARITY to 33777 and follow the prompts.In this episode, Jason engages in a coaching session with Michelle Niemeyer, an attorney turned performance coach. Michelle shares her journey from experiencing severe lawyer burnout to becoming a wellness expert. She discusses her philosophy of the 'Art of Bending Time,' providing insights into managing time, maintaining focus, and finding joy in both professional and personal life. Michelle also helps Jason identify his own energy sparks and offers valuable strategies for optimizing productivity and well-being. Listeners will gain practical advice on balancing life's priorities and enhancing their overall quality of life.00:00 The Birth of Michelle Niemeyer Wellness00:49 Michelle's Journey to Wellness and Certification01:12 Consulting and Addressing Professional Burnout01:45 Introduction and Personal Struggles03:05 Michelle's Burnout and Health Challenges05:00 Finding Joy and Reclaiming Happiness07:30 Host's Personal Struggles and Reflections11:32 Guided Meditation and Identifying Sparks14:07 Personal Stories of Joy and Accomplishment20:28 Connecting with Others and Overcoming Fears34:07 Managing Time and Finding Productivity35:03 Navigating Nonprofit Challenges37:40 The Importance of Delegation41:54 The Art of Bending Time44:08 Achieving Flow State54:07 Balancing Work and Life01:01:51 Engaging with Michelle

A Conversation with Udo Erasmus: Sustainable Health, Oils, and Life PhilosophyIn this episode, the host welcomes Udo Erasmus, renowned storyteller, health advocate, and author. Udu shares his incredible journey of being born during WWII in Europe, later delving into various trade jobs and sciences, including medical school, ultimately focusing on health after being poisoned by pesticides. He pioneered the concept of healthy oils, creating the first flaxseed oil and developing the Udo's Choice product line. The discussion covers the importance of essential fatty acids, especially omega-3 and omega-6, the detrimental effects of processed oils, and the basic principles of sustainable health. Udo also shares his practices for spiritual and mental well-being, underscoring the importance of self-discovery and living in alignment with both nature and human nature.00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview01:19 Udo Erasmus' Early Life and Background01:44 Journey Through Various Trades and Experiences02:55 Health Awakening and Pioneering Flaxseed Oil04:02 Spreading the Message of Health and Oils06:08 Interview Begins: Udo's War-Time Childhood09:33 The Search for Harmony and Understanding10:29 Scientific Pursuits and Psychedelic Experiences14:38 Spiritual Journey and Encounter with Light Being25:13 Health Realizations and Essential Nutrients32:53 Omega-3 and Omega-6: The Essential Fats47:14 The Stability and Composition of Oils47:46 Traditional Cooking Methods and Oil Usage48:44 The Evolution of Oil Production50:28 The Health Implications of Omega-651:30 The Industrial Processing of Oils57:19 The Importance of Natural Eating59:45 The Role of Spices in Health01:01:02 Protein Sources and Misconceptions01:04:59 The Impact of Alcohol on Health01:07:27 The Cellular Level of Health01:15:03 Daily Practices for Health and Peace01:22:08 The Vision for Global Health and Peace01:29:57 Connecting with Inner Leadership