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Most Valuable Agent with Matt HannafordSpirit of the GameWhat if the most important part of the game... can’t be measured? In this powerful episode of Most Valuable Agent, Matt Hannaford sits down with elite mindset coach Johan Martinez-Khalilian to explore the spiritual side of sports—the “invisible game” that every athlete must confront. From flow state and fear-based thinking to identity, surrender, and purpose, Johan reveals the deeper truths behind performance, burnout, and growth. This episode isn’t about stats or medals—it’s about becoming the kind of person who can thrive on and off the field. 🎯 For athletes, parents, coaches...2025-05-2158 min
A Moment with Mart024 - Johan Martinez-Khalilian - Inner Game Specialist. From Inner Work to Outer Wins.Johan Martinez-Khalilian is an internationally recognized mental performance coach working with elite athletes, coaches, and executives across the NBA, MLB, NHL, and NCAA. As the founder of DVLPMNT, he helps high performers master their inner game—how they show up moment to moment—to unlock their next level. His “Way of Being” approach integrates mind, heart, body, and spirit, making his coaching both holistic and transformational. Johan has worked with premier organizations like the Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays, Pittsburgh Pirates, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Buffalo Sabres, Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers, and Angel City FC. His work has been...2025-03-311h 11A Moment with Mart024 - Johan Martinez-Khalilian - Inner Game Specialist. From Inner Work to Outer Wins.Johan Martinez-Khalilian is an internationally recognized mental performance coach working with elite athletes, coaches, and executives across the NBA, MLB, NHL, and NCAA. As the founder of DVLPMNT, he helps high performers master their inner game—how they show up moment to moment—to unlock their next level. His “Way of Being” approach integrates mind, heart, body, and spirit, making his coaching both holistic and transformational. Johan has worked with premier organizations like the Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays, Pittsburgh Pirates, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Buffalo Sabres, Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers, and Angel City FC. His work has been...2025-03-311h 11Most Valuable Agent with Matt HannafordJohan Martinez-Khalilian’s Life-Changing Advice to Conquer Fear & Unlock Your True PurposeWhat if fear wasn’t a barrier but an invitation to step into something greater? In this powerful episode of the Most Valuable Agent Podcast, Matt welcomes Johan Martinez-Khalilian—an award-winning speaker, mentor, and life coach to professional athletes—to dive deep into personal growth, resilience, and redefining success. Johan shares his profound insights on breaking free from limiting beliefs, stepping outside your comfort zone, and embracing transformation—whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or simply someone striving to create a meaningful impact. This episode will challenge the way you think about fear, leadership...2025-03-051h 42
The Meredith Patterson PodcastUnlocking Your Potential with Executive Coach Johan Martinez-Khalilian - Part 1Hello, beautiful people, and welcome back to The Meredith Patterson Podcast! I’m your host, Meredith Patterson, and today, I have the honor of sitting down with someone who is truly making a difference in the world—helping people break through limitations, embrace their worth, and step into their purpose. He’s an acclaimed speaker, coach, and thought leader whose message of perseverance and resilience has fostered the interest of a number of TV and radio shows, including The Tyra Banks Show, TEDx, and the Today Show. His ability to connect with people through storytelling is nothing short...2025-02-2154 minMost Valuable Agent with Matt HannafordKeys to Unlocking Your Mental Game with Pro NHL, NBA, and MLB Mental Skills Coach, Johan Martinez-KhalilianAthletes are constantly striving to push their limits and achieve peak performance. However, the road to success is often filled with challenges, and setbacks that can test even the most seasoned athlete. In this episode, Johan Martinez-Khalilian, shares the mental skills he teaches professional athletes in the NHL, NBA, and MLB for peak MENTAL performance. We dive into what a mental skills coach does to help players with their mindset, emotions, physical abilities, and even spiritual aspects so they can perform at their best. Listen in for ways to work out and improve your mental game to be able...2024-07-301h 22
HIPPODHEDZEpisode 37 - with Johan Martinez-KhalilianKnow Sage & Novek welcome Johan Martinez-Khalilian (who surprises his class of '93/'97 classmate Jondy AKA Corny) to the show....to discuss growing up in the 90's with rap/hip-hop - in the Humboldt Park/Chicago neighborhood. / johanspeaks is an internationally recognized motivational speaker and executive coach with a passion for crafting culture and guiding people towards achieving the impossible. Johan is a graduate of Northeastern Illinois University with a degree in Communications. His message of perseverance and resilience has fostered the interest of a number of TV and radio shows, including The Tyra Banks...2023-12-311h 08
Beyond High PerformanceBuilding a Leadership Toolkit with Will TrappThis episode comes to you from the team at Novus Global Sport. Coaches Johan Martinez-Khalilian and Dan Leffelaar, alongside MLB agent Matt Hannaford, interviewed Defensive Midfielder for MLS’ Minnesota United FC, Will Trapp. While honing his physical gifts on his way to becoming a professional athlete - Will realized his toolbelt also needed to be equipped with the ability to handle the mental challenges along the way. Will outlines his wealth of skills built over time with the aid of Novus Coaching, and how those skills are absolutely essential to being a successful professional in...2023-03-2148 min
Beyond High PerformanceThe Journey from Canceled to Redemption with Pat ChambersThis episode comes to you from the team at Novus Global Sport. Coaches Johan Martinez-Khalilian and Dan Lefellaar, alongside MLB agent Matt Hannaford, interviewed Florida Gulf Coast University’s Men’s Basketball coach Pat Chambers. In this episode, Pat discusses how he found himself in unfamiliar and uncertain territory after resigning from the head coach position at Penn State University. In our conversation, he dives into how he navigated those waters utilizing a coach of his own, ultimately beating uncertainty and finding his way back to coaching a Division 1 program again. P...2023-02-2134 min
Beyond High PerformanceTwo-Time Stanley Cup Winner, Andrew Ladd - Building a Legacy Through AdversityThis episode comes to you from the team at Novus Global Sport. Executive Coaches Dan Leffelaar and Johan Martinez - Khalilian, alongside MLB agent Matt Hannaford, interview Andrew Ladd, 2-time NHL Champion and Founder of 1616.In this episode, Andrew outlines how an injury turned into not only a turning point in his playing career, but a catalyst for major change in re-sparking passion in his life. One result of this spark is 1616, a non-profit focused on educating thousands of young hockey players with mental health skills to aid them in challenges on and off...2023-01-1757 min
Beyond High PerformanceThe Importance of Ownership and Integrity when Coaching TeensThis episode of On Coaching focuses on Teens. Listen to this conversation with Amanda Jaggard, Laura Leffelaar, CJ Martindale, and Johan Martinez-Khalilian who all have strong and unique experiences working with teens. Teenagers can sometimes get a bad rap, but coaching them can be some of the most rewarding experiences both for coaching and the teens. This episode explores what ownership and integrity conversations look like with young adults, how to partner with a teen in their vision for themselves - and why this can be scary, yet important. Learn how coaching teens invites them into an empowered way...2023-01-101h 02
From the Future, With LoveLiving Truly AuthenticallySo what is it about authenticity that we crave on our social media feed? “Being genuine is a vital part of connecting with followers as, now more than ever, consumers are seeking authentic experiences and holding brands accountable for their content,” says Forbes reporter, Leslie Licano.Our guest today, Izzy Lugo says that authenticity is the key ingredient in this recipe to success. Izzy is a fellow sneakerhead and podcast host. He’ll share about his journey to finding himself as well as the steps he took in order to get to a more authentic place. We also l...2022-11-0254 minFrom the Future, With LoveFrom The Future With LoveWhat is love? In this episode with Ruben Rojas we go into the depths of what love is, what it is not, and paint a future of how to love well in all aspects of our lives.Our guest is Ruben Rojas. By using the urban landscape as his canvas, Ruben encourages communities to change for the better through optimism and collaboration. These once vacant walls are now vibrant reminders that inspire those who see them to dream big, feel beautiful, live in possibility, and to love. Ruben’s murals can be seen in cities across the co...2022-10-1954 min
Strange on PurposeJohn Khalilian of Novus GlobalJohan Martinez-Khalilian is an executive coach. Khalilian grew up in Humboldt Park, Chicago. In 2005 he was featured on the cover of RedEye magazine, a youth-oriented weekly published by the Chicago Tribune. He has appeared on TV and radio shows, including The Tyra Banks Show and the Today Show. He works as a youth motivational speaker. Johan jumps on the show today talk about his upbringing, getting started as a creative and so much more!2022-09-3026 min
Live Through Love with Ruben RojasChoosing Love Over Fear with Johan KhalilianWelcome motivational speaker and executive coach Johan Martinez-Khalilian. His message of perseverance and resilience has fostered the interest of a number of TV and radio shows, including The Tyra Banks Show, TEDx, and the Today Show. "We will choose the route of least resistance, instead of choosing to look foolish for a season in order to acquire the thing that you want.” - Johan Khalilian Johan sits down with Ruben to talk about the immense value of working with a great coach no matter your profession or personality. He explains how to live by a “play...2022-09-281h 04
The Cypher NewsroomChatting with Johan Martinez KhalilianJohan drops the gems and finding our purpose and ministry through our art.2022-08-0348 minFrom the Future, With LoveComfort Not GuaranteedHave you ever wanted something so badly but it just isn’t happening? Maybe it’s scaling your business. Maybe it’s repairing your marriage. Maybe it’s making six figures. Maybe it’s transforming your work culture. Maybe it’s becoming a master at your craft. No matter how hard you try, you can’t get there. Have you felt that sting? That uncomfortable pain isn’t something to run from. Embrace it. It’s necessary. That’s part of the price to pay to get what you want. In this week’s...2022-03-1554 minFrom the Future, With LoveNo Shame in Your GameAs a kid, basketball was everything to me. It kept me out of mischief. It taught me discipline and teamwork. It saved my life. I mean that sincerely. When I was thirteen, a Cobra walked up to me and asked, “Yo, you wanna be a Cobra?” No, a reptile didn’t walk up to me asking if I wanted to transform into a different species. Although, that life would be interesting. It would give sliding into the DM a whole new meaning. The Cobras were the gang in my neighborhood. Their hats were cocked to the right and they rocked...2022-03-0156 minFrom the Future, With LoveThe Edge of ResilienceWho do you idolize? Steve Jobs? Michael Jordan? Oprah Winfrey?They are all “normal” people. People who failed miserably.People who got cut from their team.People who didn’t grow up with a silver spoon in their mouth.They took their humble beginnings and decided to use it as fuel.They didn’t play victim. They didn’t blame their circumstances. They didn’t play small. They turned their ordinary life into an extraordinary one. In this week’s episode, I speak with my dear friends Ch...2022-02-161h 13
The Refined Collective PodcastTears, Fears + Searching for Vision with Johan Martinez-KhalilianI feel like I ended 2021 crawling to the finish line. (Anyone else?) I felt completely burnt out, so I did a few things: I took the last month off and I hired a business coach. It honestly has felt like therapy. I decided to record our first session and share it with you. I got real, I also got defensive at times, I cried, and reached some real breakthroughs. I want you to have a raw and unedited look into my life, my career, my process, and what makes me tick and where I’m stuck. And hopefully in th...2022-01-191h 20
Beyond High PerformanceHow to Overcome Indecisiveness + Develop a Clear Vision, with Matthew JonesYOUR FINEST HOUR | Indecisiveness can feel strangely comfortable to us. We sometimes use it to justify our inaction because taking action and making bold choices requires vulnerability; it can lead to disappointment or failure or looking bad. Novus Global coach Johan Martinez-Khalilian talks with his client Matthew "MoJo" Jones about how to decide which career(s) to pursue and founding his podcast production company, Rainbow Creative, and becoming profitable all during the pandemic. They discuss the temptation of jumping to the next shiny thing, letting go of control, the pitfalls of too much choice, and how self-love was key...2022-01-1846 minFrom the Future, With LovePlanet of the GreatsIn this episode we have the incredible honor to speak to Bing Chen on greatness - and trust us, the conversation is set to shake up your thoughts on this idea.The decision you’re going to make after this episode will shape OUR future. This transmission is from the year 2061 - a world where your choice to be great gave birth to a planet of greatness, a world where every single human being chose to serve the good of the other and the whole. A world where streets are cleaner, neighborhoods are safer, an...2021-12-2841 minFrom the Future, With LoveControl FreaksSome things are just out of our hands. No matter how hard we try to control outcomes and circumstances we just don’t have that kind of power. But there are things we can change. We can change how we respond to moments like this.In this episode, Johan speaks to the incredible Espree Devora on relinquishing control, embracing the adventure of life, how to create space for ease, and so much more. A prolific podcaster since 2013, Espree Devora aka “the girl who gets it done” is a force in the...2021-12-1451 min
Beyond High PerformanceThe Holiday Bonus Episode: Family Dynamics, Connection + GriefNavigating the holidays: three segments with Novus Global coaches Amanda Jaggard, Chris North, Dan Leffelaar and Johan Martinez-Khalilian.1. Family Expectations + AgreementsThe holidays can bring about both joy and immense pressure...demands for your time; high expectations from your kids; managing finances, travel, or sensitive family dynamics. Amanda shares insights from her various lenses over the years--single, married, divorced, before children, after children, and through lifestyle changes. She and the team detail three specific tools to use to set you and your family up for success during the holidays and beyond.2. Cultivating Connection...2021-11-2352 minFrom the Future, With LoveMore Than Enough: Abundance vs ScarcityIn this episode, I speak to Founding Partner of Novus Global, Jason Jaggard about a future where we reimagine abundance as a conduit for generosity, how scarcity isn’t all bad, and so much more.Follow us on Instagram at @futurewithlove2021-11-2151 minFrom the Future, With LoveDecisions, Decisions, DecisionsIn this conversation with Matthew “MoJo” Jones, we invite you into a future based conversation on how making a decision to move in your purpose can bring a brighter future than you can imagine.Learn more about Rainbow Creative and Matthew at: rainbowcreative.coFollow us on Instagram at: @futurewithlove2021-11-0148 min
Beyond High PerformanceHow to Capitalize On Your Broken Commitments by Overcoming Shame + Prioritizing IntegrityON COACHING | Have you made commitments to yourself, people you care about, or your business partners/employees and then not followed through? This episode invites everyone to really reach--to set ambitious commitments and to embrace failure, if necessary, as a means to growth. Integrity is at the heart of commitment and we explore what that really means with Johan Martinez-Khalilian, Chris North, Laura Leffelaar, and Emily Dickinson as they discuss making bold commitments and taking the uncomfortable step into accountability. They share powerful stories they have experienced with their clients and the incredible gains they have made as a...2021-10-0545 min
TRU-U PodcastEPISODE 051 - W/ Johan Martinez-KhalilianJohan Martinez-Khalilian is an internationally recognized motivational speaker and executive coach with a passion for crafting culture and guiding people towards achieving the impossible. His message of perseverance and resilience has fostered the interest of a number of TV and radio shows, including The Tyra Banks Show, TEDx, and the Today Show. A product of Humboldt Park, Chicago, Johan bridges his Midwest sensibilities with a love of creativity and meaningful conversations.2021-10-0548 min
Beyond High PerformanceChoosing Growth Over ComfortON COACHING | David Gerber, Dan Leffelaar, Janet Breitenbach and Johan Martinez-Khalilian lead a powerful conversation on growth. Drawing from personal examples, they share the impact of their own radical commitment to growth as coaches, and illustrate the fortitude, courage, and discipline required to avoid the allure of complacency. Each coach discusses their hypothesis for why it’s rare to find communities truly committed to growth over comfort. Spoken in the same tone of love and fierce advocacy with which they color their life and serve their clients, you will hear how growth is the best—and possibly only—way to cre...2021-06-211h 02Beyond High PerformanceBonus Episode: The Voices that Matter, with Johan Martinez-KhalilianWhat are the voices that matter? The voices that push you into the future. Johan Martinez-Khalilian had a dream of being a basketball player. He knew he could do it - but one day that dream was crushed because instead of being built up, he was told he would never make it. Luckily, his life took an amazing turn and now he is in the driver's seat - inspiring and uplifting others to go beyond that which they currently believe is the extent of their capability. This episode is from Johan's live TedX Youth talk in Monterey, CA. You...2021-06-1614 min
The Dad Chronicle | Parenting Resources & Stories of FatherhoodTDC 128: Hearts Made Whole - Johan Martinez Khalilian's StoryJohan Martinez Khalilian, an executive coach, podcaster, and new father, joins Alex to talk about his story of tenacity, courage, and love. Johan shares some of the harrowing experiences of their first pregnancy, how to deal with the hardships that life brings, and some of the ways his own father is setting an example for him.
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2021-05-2454 minFrom the Future, With LoveMy Future Is FemaleThank you for listening to the first season of our show! Stay tuned for the season 2 announcement by following us on Instagram at @futurewithlove.2021-05-1150 minFrom the Future, With LoveA Unified FutureWe live in a world where we are most interested in being right, than unified. What would it look like if instead of cancelling people we disagree with, we come to them with a genuine curiosity to find out why they are hurting? What can we learn from people we disagree with? This episode explores a future of living in a world where we can walk side-by-side.Special GuestsJustin GiboneyDr. Mathew SandovalRithu JagannathHammond ChamberlainMatthew Jones2021-03-021h 00
From the Future, With LoveAn Educated FutureOver time so much has changed and progressed in the world, except education. In this episode we dive into a future of education filled with passion, love, and change. Johan Khalilian speaks with executive coach and educator Joseph Thompson on what a new future of learning could be.2020-11-3053 min
From the Future, With LoveA Future Where Everyone VotesWith November 3rd, 2020 right around the corner, Johan Khalilian speaks with friends Ivan Lizarde, and Dr. Mateo Sandoval once again about a future where everyone votes and what that would look like. They discuss why this election was important to them, why your vote should matter, and how it shaped their future.Make a plan and register to vote at: https://vote.gov/2020-10-1551 min
From the Future, With LoveThe Noble PrizeWhat does it mean to be good? In this week’s episode, Johan Khalilian talks with Jason Jaggard, who tells us of the world in 2050 filled with nobility. They discuss the traits of a noble person, and what it takes for our world to get there. Turning complaints into awe-inspiring ways of life.2020-08-2938 minFrom the Future, With LoveForgiving Judas, Cancelling Cancel CultureWhat if cancel culture is canceling a vital part of our humanity? In this episode of From the Future with Love, Johan Khalilian talks with Dr. Mateo Sandoval about a world in which cancel culture does not exist. They discuss how forgiveness and redemption could allow us to grow and how our worst moments are likely to be the defining ones.2020-08-1641 minFrom the Future, With LoveA World Without PoliceWhat does a world with no policing look like?Johan Khalilian dives into a discussion with LaMikia Castillo, a time traveler from a world without police. The very notion of this type of world is disruptive, controversial, and extremely divisive in the year 2020.They address the origins of policing as well as how and why we should move away from it. From budget reallocation to a shift in narrative moving away from fear, they think to a time in the future with love.mFJf0uCeMX6840ce8TtP2020-08-0144 minFrom the Future, With LoveSalaam, From the Future.Johan dives into how to create a beautiful vision for tomorrow, inviting people into their future and discussing what to expect from this season.2020-07-1520 min