On the X

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The Practice of Creativity: Mental Health, Play, and The Power of Constraints (with Chase Jarvis) Mar 25, 2025

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On today’s episode, Chris sits down with Chase Jarvis, award-winning photographer, entrepreneur, and founder of CreativeLive, the world’s largest online learning platform for creatives.

Chase and Chris explore the intersection of mental health, creativity, and personal growth. They discuss reimagining mental health as a fitness discipline, the courage to follow your own path, and balancing intuition and rational thinking. They also dive into the significance of time management in achieving personal goals, the role of play and failure in creativity, and how constraints can fuel growth. Finally, they discuss the future of creativity in the age of AI and the potential for collaboration between humans and technology.

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How Spartan Race Redefined Toughness (with Joe De Sena) Mar 18, 2025

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On today’s episode, Chris sits down with Spartan Race founder Joe De Sena to discuss the origins of obstacle course racing, the challenges of building Spartan, and the mindset needed for success. Joe shares how his upbringing, martial arts, and wrestling shaped his resilience, his connection with Richard Branson, and his vision for Spartan’s future—including its potential as an Olympic sport.

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Advancing TBI Treatment and Care for Veterans : A Conversation with Dr. Ross Zafonte Mar 11, 2025

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On today's episode, Chris sits down with Dr. Ross Zafonte, a leading expert in traumatic brain injury (TBI) and rehabilitation medicine, to discuss the latest advancements in TBI research and recovery. Formerly the President of Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Chair of PM&R at Harvard Medical School, he has authored over 300 publications and the definitive textbook Brain Injury Medicine: Principles and Practice.

Now the Executive Vice Dean at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Dr. Zafonte shares insights on cutting-edge treatments, recovery science, and the future of TBI care—especially for veterans and those impacted by brain injuries.

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Why Mental Strength is More Than Just Grit (with Steve Magness) Mar 04, 2025

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On today's episode, Chris sits down with performance coach and bestselling author Steve Magness to explore the real science behind resilience and mental strength. Drawing from his latest book, The Internal Game, Steve challenges the common belief that grit alone is the key to success. Instead, he reveals how true toughness is cultivated through self-awareness, smarter strategies, and a deeper understanding of our internal drives. With his extensive experience coaching elite athletes, military leaders, and high performers, Steve provides actionable insights into building sustainable resilience and unlocking peak performance.

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Steve Rinella on Hunting, Ethics, and Storytelling Feb 25, 2025

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On today's episode, Chris sits down with legendary outdoorsman, author, and MeatEater founder Steve Rinella. They dive into the philosophy of hunting, conservation, and the primal connection between humans and the wild. Rinella shares his insights on ethical hunting, the challenges facing America’s wilderness, and his latest show Hunting History.

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The Champion’s Mindset: CrossFit Legend Tia-Clair Toomey on What It Takes to Win Feb 18, 2025

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In this episode of On the X, Chris sits down with 7-time CrossFit Games champion Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr to uncover the mindset, discipline, and resilience behind her record-breaking success. Tia shares her journey from Olympic weightlifting to CrossFit dominance, the mental strategies that helped her push through pain and setbacks, and how she approaches training, competition, and life beyond the podium.

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Authenticity Over Credentials: The Key to Effective Leadership and Building Winning Companies Feb 11, 2025

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In this episode of On the X, Chris sits down with entrepreneur Brian Gottlieb to discuss the essential qualities of great leadership, why traditional education didn’t work for him, and how he still built a thriving business. They dive into the power of mission, vision, and culture in shaping successful companies and why resilience and unconventional thinking are key to lasting success.

To learn more about Brian Gottlieb, check out his book Beyond the Hammer: A Fresh Approach to Leadership, Culture, and Building High Performance Teams.

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Can Psychedelics Treat PTSD and Depression? (with Dr. Jerry Rosenbaum) Feb 04, 2025

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In this episode of On the X, Chris sits down with Dr. Jerry Rosenbaum, a leading expert in psychiatry and psychedelic research, to discuss the role of psychedelics in mental health treatment. As the Director of the Center for the Neuroscience of Psychedelics at Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Rosenbaum explores how substances like psilocybin and MDMA are transforming the way we treat depression, PTSD, and anxiety.

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Chris Cassidy: Insights from a Navy SEAL Turned Astronaut Jan 28, 2025

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On today's episode, Chris sits down with Chris Cassidy, a former Navy SEAL and NASA astronaut.

Cassidy served as a SEAL for 10 years, deploying to Afghanistan and the Mediterranean before being selected as a NASA astronaut in 2004. Over the course of three spaceflights, he logged 377 days in space and completed 10 spacewalks, contributing to critical missions aboard the International Space Station. Today, he serves as the President and CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation.

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Character Over Talent: Jason Jaggard on Coaching, Nobility, and Thriving Beyond Your Peak Jan 21, 2025

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In this episode, Chris speaks with Jason Jaggard, author of Spark: Transform Your World One Small Risk at a Time and Beyond High Performance: What Great Coaches Know About How the Best Get Better.

Jason is a leadership coach and the founder of Novus Global, a coaching firm working with elite performers, including athletes, executives, and creatives. They discuss his journey into coaching, his belief that nobility is the greatest attribute of a leader, and his approach to helping athletes find purpose beyond their careers. Jason shares insights from his work, emphasizing that character shines brighter than talent, and addresses the question, "Where do you go from here when you’re already performing at your best?"

To learn more about Jason and Novus Global, visit: https://novus.global/

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