At 23, after weeks lost to crack and pills, Roy Viger hit a wall on a narrow Louisiana bridge—choking down Valium, broke, evicted, and finally ready to ask for help. That moment became Day One. Twenty-one years later, he’s sober, leading inpatient and outpatient recovery centers, and mentoring others with the same rules that saved his life: change your circle, get radically vulnerable, and build your days around counterbalance, not some fake idea of “balance.” Roy opens up about identity collapse (from star athlete to addict), the July 4 crash, why jealousy is poison, and how ambition can be harnessed—without letting dopamine take over. If you (or someone you love) are stuck in the spiral, this episode gives you a clear, executable path out.
What you’ll learn
How to move from denial → action (the exact moment he asked for help)
The circle audit: upgrading friends/family without burning every bridge
Vulnerability as a tool: the script that opens real conversations fast
Counterbalance > balance: seasons of hard push vs. intentional recovery
Turning addictive tendencies into productive drive (and guardrails that keep it healthy)
About Roy VigerRecovery entrepreneur and operator (inpatient + outpatient centers in Louisiana); CrossFit gym owner; 21 years sober and outspoken advocate for honest, vulnerable recovery.
Who this episode is forAnyone battling addiction (or loving someone who is) and builders who want a disciplined, real-world framework for lasting change.
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Keywords: addiction recovery, sobriety, asking for help, circle of influence, vulnerability, counterbalance, jealousy, identity, inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, Louisiana, CrossFit community, Roy Viger
What does it really take to chase greatness while raising a family and working a full-time job? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, professional HYROX athlete Dylan Scott opens up about the brutal sacrifices behind his rise to the top of the sport. From training as an outlet for addictive tendencies, to the toll it took on his marriage, to the moment his wife pushed him to take the ultimate risk—quitting his job to go all in—Dylan shares the highs, lows, and hard truths that come with living an obsessed life.
This isn’t just about winning races. It’s about honesty, priorities, and the daily choice between being “busy” and truly training. If you’ve ever wondered what separates those who dabble from those who dominate, Dylan’s story will hit home.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
The fine line between training as a passion vs. a coping mechanism
How Dylan balanced family, career, and elite competition (and what broke in the process)
Why obsession requires ruthless honesty about what you’re willing to sacrifice
Mental tools for handling doubt, nerves, and failure on the world stage
What sets the very best HYROX athletes apart—physically and mentally
Lessons Dylan hopes to pass on to his son through his journey
About Dylan Scott: Dylan Scott is a professional HYROX athlete and coach who has competed in every World Championship since 2021, with podium finishes and a reputation for mental toughness and consistency.
Who this episode is for: Anyone chasing excellence while balancing life’s responsibilities—athletes, parents, entrepreneurs, or anyone learning the cost of high performance.
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Keywords: Dylan Scott, HYROX, endurance training, obsession, sacrifice, family, mental toughness, world-class athlete, Brandon Luckett
In this no-fluff conversation, Josh Bridges breaks down the real engine behind long-term performance: discipline, honest self-assessment, and loving the process more than the podium. He relives the lows—missing the 2015 season and getting exposed on heavy/deadlift work—and how attacking weaknesses turned into wins later. We get inside the decision to step away after a brutal high tibial osteotomy (2018), the identity shift that followed, and why fatherhood made competing optional—but standards non-negotiable. His line you’ll steal: “It’s not a goal if you don’t have a plan. It’s a hope.”
What you’ll learn
How to turn public failures into your next win (post-mortems that actually change training)
A simple system for programming weaknesses until they score points (not just reps)
The mindset to retire clean: identity beyond sport, family first, edge intact
Discipline vs. motivation: why plans beat hype and “hope” every time
Confidence vs. cockiness: how elite performers carry themselves under pressure
About Josh BridgesCrossFit Games legend and former U.S. Navy SEAL; multiple Games appearances, known for high-pain tolerance, comeback wins, and ruthless self-honesty.
Who this episode is forAthletes, coaches, and builders who want durable performance without burning down the rest of life.
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Keywords: Josh Bridges, CrossFit Games, discipline, weakness training, identity, fatherhood, knee surgery, high tibial osteotomy, failure analysis, confidence vs cockiness, Navy SEAL mindset, process over podium
At a routine primary-care visit, Courtney Fournet was told the words no one expects: “You have acute lymphoblastic leukemia.” In hours, she went from “I’m fine” to packing a 21-day hospital bag, and within two days, she began hyper-CVAD chemo. Hair gone in two weeks. Strength wiped out. Control? Gone. This episode is the step-by-step of what came next: moving to Houston in 48 hours for a new treatment plan, learning to win with small controllables (laps with an IV pole), and rebuilding identity, marriage, and career on the other side. Courtney gets practical and real about fear of recurrence (why it’s scarier after you know the pain), switching careers to protect family time, and turning recovery into service—LLS fundraising, ACS CAN lobbying, and running marathons to take her body back. If you need a framework for crisis, this is it.
What you’ll learn
How to move from shock → action in the first 72 hours
The “control the controllables” routine (hospital laps, relationships, rules)
Caregiver dynamics: transitioning from patient/caregiver back to partners
A realistic mindset for fear of recurrence (known pain vs. unknown)
Career and boundary resets that protect what matters most
How advocacy and goals (LLS/ACS CAN, marathons) accelerate healing
About CourtneyAttorney turned advocate and survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia; relocated for care, returned to redesign work/life; fundraises for LLS, lobbies with ACS CAN, and runs major marathons in recovery.
Who this episode is forAnyone facing health upheaval (patients, partners, caregivers) who needs a clear, calm playbook for the hardest days.
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Keywords: leukemia, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, hyper-CVAD, MD Anderson, caregiver, marriage, fear of recurrence, career change, advocacy, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, ACS CAN, New York City Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon, mindset, control vs. acceptance, Courtney
In med school with $8 and no W-2, Dr. John Pasteur Hamide closed a $2M parking-garage deal in ~90 days. This episode breaks down the exact moves—asset-backed financing, operator partnerships, and decision rules under pressure—so you can copy the playbook.
What you’ll learn
How he bought a $2M asset with almost no cash on hand
Asset-backed lending 101 (what it is, when it works, risks to avoid)
Structuring your first deal when you have no track record
Turning professional expertise (medicine/law) into leverage in business
Finding operator partners and negotiating without giving away the upside
Systems for stacking careers without burning out—and why giving back matters
About Dr. Hamide
Radiologist turned entrepreneur and investor from New Orleans; semi-pro soccer in Spain; now operating across medicine, law, and real estate.
Who this episode is for
High performers, builders, and first-time acquirers who want a direct, step-by-step look at getting a meaningful deal done.
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Keywords: entrepreneurship, real estate, asset-based lending, first acquisition, radiologist, law, operator mindset, deal flow, parking garage, Dr. John Pasteur Hamide
In this raw conversation, CrossFit icon Sam Dancer lays out a direct, identity-first framework for beating fear in competition—and in life. He explains why anxiety isn’t from the light, how to name it fast, and the exact language shift he uses to flip panic into productive excitement. Sam also shares the pivotal moment on a long run that led him to buy a ticket the same day to get baptized—a reset that changed how he competes, leads, and serves.
What you’ll learn
How to beat competition anxiety on command
The identity check that kills fear at the source
Fast reframe: fear → excitement (without self-delusion)
Practical cues for training under pressure (breath, language, posture)
Turning fitness into service: the Dancer Love Foundation & adaptive sport
About Sam Dancer
CrossFit Games athlete and coach; founder of Dancer Love Foundation, empowering special-needs/adaptive athletes through competition, community, and real training.
Who this episode is for
Athletes, coaches, and high performers who want faith-backed, no-fluff tools to compete calm, sharp, and confident.
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Keywords: CrossFit, performance anxiety, competition mindset, identity, faith, baptism story, mental skills, breathing, reframing fear, adaptive athletes, Dancer Love Foundation, CrossFit Games, Sam Dancer, high performance, sports psychology
In this no-fluff episode, Nik Hecht explains how he wasn’t even planning a full season—then landed himself in a Masters CrossFit Games qualifying spot while prioritizing family and business. We break down the exact levers he pulled: short, high-yield training blocks (often 30–90 minutes), smarter weekly planning, and the mindset shift from “full-time athlete” to husband/father first—without lowering standards. Nik also opens up about the earlier setback that changed his trajectory (a broken femur) and how that toughness now powers a life with a gym, a construction company, a protein brand, and real-estate plays—while still competing at an elite level.
What you’ll learn
How to qualify without training full-time (minimal-effective training blocks)
Weekly planning that balances kids, work, and the season
When to cut junk volume and double down on what moves the needle
How to use your support system (spouse, staff, training partners) for accountability
The identity shift that keeps ambition high and burnout low
About Nik Hecht3× CrossFit Games athlete (Team ’22 & ’23; Masters qualifier). Gym owner (Philadelphia), operator across construction, protein, and real-estate. Husband and father.
Who this episode is forAthletes, parents, and business owners who want to perform at a high level with limited time.
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Keywords: CrossFit, Masters, time-crunched training, minimal effective dose, EMOM-style density, family systems, entrepreneurship, gym owner, construction company, protein company, real estate, semifinals, CrossFit Games, performance mindset, Nik Hecht
In this straight-shot conversation, Patrick Vellner breaks down how he balances podium-level performance with being a present husband and dad. He shares the pivotal moment many athletes avoid admitting—realizing a “great season” isn’t worth it if it costs two weeks of being absent at home—and the rules he now uses to prep smarter, say no faster, and keep family first without losing his competitive edge. We dig into identity (athlete vs. person), delaying gratification, and how to make training decisions when recovery, time, and attention are real constraints—not theory.
What you’ll learn
How to keep elite standards while protecting family time
The decision rules he uses to cut junk volume and conserve focus
Process > outcome: staying steady through setbacks and no-reps
Scheduling that reduces stress spikes in peak season
Identity work that prevents burnout and post-comp blues
About Patrick VellnerMultiple-time CrossFit Games podium finisher and perennial contender; former competitive gymnast; healthcare professional; husband and father.
Who this episode is forAthletes, coaches, and high performers who want to stay world-class without torpedoing home life.
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Keywords: CrossFit, Patrick Vellner, competition mindset, fatherhood, balance, identity, process over outcome, training volume, recovery, deliberate practice, delayed gratification, community, CrossFit Games
In this no-fluff conversation, Alex Gazan breaks down the exact mindset and decisions that turned a brutal training accident—a fractured fibula with nerve complications—into a real comeback path. She relives the moment (“it’s broken”), the initial 4–6 week optimism that didn’t match reality, and the rules she used to direct energy when she couldn’t do “normal” training. We get into imposter syndrome, burnout, and how she reframed fear so it stopped running the show. You’ll hear how family, coaches, and community kept her centered, why “permission to fail” accelerates growth, and how faith, technology, and tight feedback loops helped her compete with a clearer head—and more joy.
What you’ll learn
How to train when injured: what to keep, what to cut
A fast reframe for anxiety → action on game day
Identity > outcome: killing imposter syndrome at the root
Simple weekly structure to rebuild capacity without burnout
How to ask for (and use) support from coaches/family
Why “permission to fail” leads to bolder, smarter attempts
About Alex GazanCrossFit Games athlete from Oregon, now training in Las Vegas; known for grit, composure under pressure, and rapid year-over-year development.
Who this episode is forAthletes and high performers rebuilding after setbacks—and anyone who wants a clear plan to compete calm and confident.
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Keywords: Alex Gazan, CrossFit, injury comeback, fractured fibula, nerve damage, anxiety, imposter syndrome, burnout, identity, training while injured, competition mindset, CrossFit Games, Las Vegas, Oregon
In a down market, most people panic or chase hype. Chad Shaw started his career at the end of ’08/early ’09—in the teeth of a recession—and built a repeatable system that still wins: save first (automate), invest consistently, and ignore the casino. We tear down the “get-rich-quick” trap (the Vegas effect), the behavioral biases that blow up portfolios, and why clarity + discipline beat product picking and hot tips. Chad also shares how a recent strategic merger doubled his operation, plus the daily habits (morning routine, decision rules, faith, community) that keep him steady when markets swing.
What you’ll learn
A simple save-first, automate system you can set up in one afternoon
How to invest through downturns (no market-timing, no hero trades)
The biggest behavioral finance traps—and how to avoid them
A practical morning routine for sharper money decisions
How to align money with purpose (faith, family, community) so you stick to the plan
When a merger/partnership actually makes sense for growth
About Chad ShawFinancial advisor and entrepreneur (16+ years). Launched in the 2008–09 recession; recently merged his team to double operations.
Who this episode is forBuilders who want lasting wealth without gambling, hype, or burnout.
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Keywords: wealth building, recession investing, behavioral finance, save first, automation, long-term investing, compounding, purpose, faith, morning routine, strategic merger, financial advisor, Chad Shaw
In this no-fluff episode, Arielle Loewen lays out the exact mindset and training shifts that took her from postpartum to the CrossFit Games podium. She relives the moment she couldn’t clean 185 lb nine months postpartum, and the rules she used to rebuild: identity first, anxiety down, output up. We break down how she won Granite Games 2021 to make her first Games, then climbed from 14th → 11th → 3rd, all while prioritizing faith, family, and simple systems that actually stick.
What you’ll learn
How to qualify without living in the gym (keep what counts, cut junk volume)
The identity and language shifts that crush competition anxiety
A practical weekly structure for rebuilding strength and capacity postpartum
How to use home-gym training + targeted strength work effectively
Decision rules that protect family time without losing your edge
How to turn setbacks into clarity—and measurable progress
About Arielle LoewenCrossFit Games podium finisher; Granite Games 2021 champion; wife and mom known for composure under pressure and steady year-over-year improvement.
Who this episode is forMoms, athletes, and high-performers who want elite results without burning down real life.
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Keywords: Arielle Loewen, CrossFit, postpartum training, Granite Games 2021, CrossFit Games podium, anxiety reframe, identity, faith, home-gym programming, strength rebuild, minimal effective dose, competition mindset
In this straight-shot episode, Trent Fresina breaks down how he went from flipping dirt bikes and selling candles to opening a restaurant at 21—including the day he had to pick a name on the spot to file a liquor license (“Your Mom’s”) and just sent it. We get into the moves that actually matter: putting a deposit on the lease before anyone believed it, building a line so long the city forced a move, and why he and his partner didn’t take a paycheck for three years so they could reinvest and stay alive. Trent doesn’t romanticize it—he maps the grind, the systems, and the family-first rules that keep him grounded while he builds across restaurants, construction, and real estate.
What you’ll learn
How to open without overplanning (name it, file it, ship it)
Cash discipline: why not paying yourself early can save the business
How to handle “good problems” (lines, capacity, city pressure)
Simple hiring/ops rules that keep service tight as you grow
How wrestling losses built the grit he uses as an operator
A practical framework for measuring success by family first
About Trent FresinaBaton Rouge native; co-founder of Your Mom’s/Our Mom’s Restaurant & Bar, LeBlanc & Fresina Builders; operator with plays in food, construction, and real estate.
Who this episode is forFirst-time restaurateurs, young operators, and builders who want a real playbook—no fluff, just moves.
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Keywords: restaurant opening, liquor license, brand naming, cash discipline, reinvestment, Baton Rouge, Hammond, operations, wrestling grit, family first, entrepreneurship, Trent Fresina, Your Mom’s, Our Mom’s
After 26 years in Naval Special Warfare, William Branum hit the wall most operators never talk about: noise in the head, restless nights, and no clear path forward. A single shove—“You’re a Navy SEAL. You can figure it out.”—pushed him to build Naked Warrior Recovery and the GET NAKED framework. In plain English, William breaks down a simple system to get calm, get clear, and get moving again: Never Quit, Accept Failure, Kill Mediocrity, Expose Fear, Do the Work. We also dig into what helped him turn down the noise (including how he used CBD as a tool), rebuild identity after the Teams, and lead civilians with the same standards he demanded in the SEALs.
What you’ll learn
A five-step GET NAKED playbook to get unstuck fast
How to turn transition anxiety into a mission you can execute
Decision rules for leading under pressure (at work and at home)
How to use tools (like CBD) wisely for sleep, stress, and recovery
Language shifts that expose fear and convert it into action
The operator’s cadence: plan, execute, debrief, adjust—daily
About William BranumRetired Navy SEAL (26 years): sniper instructor, undersea operations leader; founder of Naked Warrior Recovery and creator of the GET NAKED mindset.
Who this episode is forVeterans, first responders, and driven builders who want calm focus, real recovery, and repeatable execution.
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Keywords: Navy SEAL, William Branum, GET NAKED, expose fear, kill mediocrity, do the work, transition, recovery, sleep, CBD, leadership under pressure, mindset, Naked Warrior Recovery
In this raw, no-fluff episode, Ron Dardar lays out how to build when nobody’s clapping yet—how to show up, set a standard, and keep going until the lights finally hit. We unpack the real origin of The EMOM Company: early scrapes, hard pivots, and the partnership rules that kept the wheels on when pressure spiked. Ron breaks down identity > hype, why “Keep Chasing” is a daily practice, and how to turn setbacks into signal instead of quitting. If you’re grinding in the dark—brand, business, or personal rebuild—this is the operating manual.
What you’ll learn
A simple framework to ship consistently (even when results are slow)
Partnership decision rules: roles, disagreements, and trust under fire
How to translate values into systems (standards, cadence, accountability)
Turning “no’s,” delays, and failures into useful feedback
The meaning of “Keep Chasing”—as a discipline, not a slogan
About Ron DardarCo-founder of The EMOM Company; builder and operator focused on community, standards, and meaningful work; Brandon’s brother-in-law and business partner.
Who this episode is forBuilders in the middle of the grind—founders, athletes, and creators who need a clear, repeatable playbook.
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Keywords: Ron Dardar, The EMOM Company, Keep Chasing, brand building, partnership, startup ops, discipline, identity, resilience, mindset, entrepreneurship, CrossFit community
From sleeping in his car to top producer, Byron Ovenstone shows exactly how to turn adversity into output. An immigrant from South Africa who played pro cricket at 13, broke his back in his early 20s, studied finance in London, and worked full-time while in school—Byron maps the mindset and day-to-day behaviors that created compounding wins. No fluff: clear priorities, tight time blocks, relentless follow-through, and a refusal to let setbacks define the story. If you’re starting over, switching paths, or climbing from the bottom, this episode gives you the operating system to execute.
What you’ll learn
How to create momentum from zero (clarity → routines → compounding)
A simple schedule to juggle work, school, and skill-building without burning out
How to turn setbacks (injury, rejection) into fuel you can actually use
Lead-measure habits that move results (inputs you control, daily)
How to build resilience when the plan blows up—and stay consistent
A practical path toward financial freedom without hype
About Byron OvenstoneImmigrant from South Africa; studied finance in London; now a top producer in his company living in California with his wife and two kids.
Who this episode is forStudents, immigrants, career-changers, and builders who want real results from disciplined execution.
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Keywords: Byron Ovenstone, immigrant success, top producer, sleeping in car, resilience, grit, financial freedom, focus, time blocking, career reinvention, South Africa, London, California, Keep Chasing Podcast