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The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHealing Heroes: How Top Gun Pilot Matthew ‘Whiz’ Buckley is Fighting Veteran SuicideIn today’s episode, John welcomes Matthew “Whiz” Buckley, a former Navy F/A-18 fighter pilot, Wall Street entrepreneur, and the visionary founder of the No Fallen Heroes Foundation. A man of diverse talents and profound experiences, Whiz has not only soared the skies as a pilot but has also touched lives as a passionate advocate for mental health, particularly in the veteran community. Through his foundation, Whiz addresses the epidemic of veteran suicides by introducing groundbreaking approaches to healing.Whiz’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and purpose. From the cockpit of fighter jets to Wall Str...2025-01-161h 20Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief with Cameron HeroldSecond in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief with Cameron HeroldEp. 418 - John Foley Inc. Founder, John "Gucci" FoleyIn today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron is joined by John "Gucci" Foley, former lead solo pilot for the elite Blue Angels flight team, keynote speaker, philanthropist, and bestselling author of *Fearless Success.*During the conversation, Cameron and John dive into the mindset needed to achieve high performance, offering a unique perspective on overcoming fear and maintaining focus under pressure. John shares personal experiences from his professional journey, illustrating how challenges can lead to growth and mastery.You'll learn the intricacies of leadership within an organization, including how to inspire teams and...2024-10-2239 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Power of Nonverbal Communication with Former FBI Agent Joe NavarroIn this episode, John speaks with Joe Navarro, a former FBI agent and supervisor renowned for his expertise in nonverbal communication and body language. Joe shares valuable insights from his extensive career, shedding light on how nonverbal cues influence leadership, trust, and human behavior. As the author of bestselling books such as What Every Body Is Saying and Dangerous Personalities, Joe offers practical advice on mastering body language and understanding its role in daily interactions. In this thought-provoking conversation, John and Joe delve into the essential lessons he has learned from years working in the FBI, the m...2024-10-1756 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Authentic Edge: How to Show Up as Your True Self and Thrive with Lair TorrentIn today’s episode, John is joined by Lair Torrent, a highly respected holistic therapist, speaker, and author whose work has been featured on NPR, Rolling Stone, and The New York Times. As an expert in both relationships and high-performance psychology, Lair brings a unique perspective on how our mindset and emotional habits shape our success—whether at home, at work, or in life.Throughout their conversation, John and Lair discuss essential success principles, ranging from mindfulness and self-awareness to trust-building and authentic leadership, all while drawing inspiration from the powerful lessons learned from the Blue...2024-09-1946 minOn The Homefront with Jeff DudanOn The Homefront with Jeff DudanJohn "Gucci" Foley: Flying High With No Regrets | On The Homefront With Jeff Dudan #96Here are some topics from our conversation: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:01:00 - John "Gucci" Foley's Inspiration to Become a Pilot 00:03:30 - Overcoming Challenges and Joining the Navy 00:06:45 - Journey to the Blue Angels 00:09:15 - Experiences Flying for the Blue Angels 00:12:00 - Importance of Teamwork and Trust 00:15:30 - Transition to Entrepreneurship 00:18:00 - Developing the "Glad to Be Here" Mindset 00:21:00 - Leadership Lessons from the Blue Angels 00:24:30 - Implementing Blue Angels' Rituals in Business 00:28:00 - Encouraging a Culture of Conflict Re...2024-08-0845 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDirector of the Blue Angels IMAX Film, Paul Crowder, Reveals the Secret Behind the Blue Angels’ Mastery: Trust, Planning, and the Relentless Pursuit of ExcellenceIn this episode of The High Performance Zone, John is joined by Paul Crowder, the director behind the IMAX film “The Blue Angels,” and Navy journalist and photographer Alan D. Herrera. They dive into the intense and meticulous process of capturing the Blue Angels on film. Paul shares how his perspective dramatically shifted upon witnessing the team’s discipline and dedication, cementing his belief in the importance of serving a higher purpose.Plus, the conversation covers the challenges and triumphs of filming in high-pressure environments, showcasing the relentless pursuit of excellence and attention to detail that define the Bl...2024-08-0151 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHigh-Flying Heroes: The Behind the Scenes Story of the Blue Angels IMAX Film with Greg “Boss” Wooldridge & Rob “Sticks” StoneIn this electrifying episode of the High Performance Zone, Gucci dives into an inspiring conversation with the executive producers of the new IMAX film, “The Blue Angels,” Greg “Boss” Wooldridge and Rob "Sticks" Stone. Greg, a three-time leader of the Blue Angels, and Rob, an acclaimed producer, share their journey of creating this groundbreaking documentary that captures the essence of the Blue Angels like never before. Get ready to soar through the skies and discover the dedication, challenges, and triumphs behind this extraordinary film.Key Takeaways:- (00:01:03) The Journey to Creating “The Blue Angel...2024-07-1839 min1 Mile 1 Veteran1 Mile 1 VeteranCultivating a 'Glad to Be Here' Mindset with Former Blue Angel John Gucci FoleyIn this episode of the 1 Mile 1 Veteran podcast, we are joined by special guest John Gucci Foley, a former lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels. Gucci shares his remarkable journey from a child at an air show to becoming a naval pilot, highlighting the importance of having a clear vision and belief in oneself. He discusses the concept of the “Glad to Be Here" mindset and the Diamond Performance Framework, emphasizing the power of gratitude and raising belief levels. Gucci also touches on the challenges of transitioning from a decorated military career to the civilian sector and offers va...2024-01-0324 minSuper Entrepreneurs PodcastSuper Entrepreneurs PodcastMastering Elite Performance: Mindset & Purpose w/ John Gucci Foley | Free Youth Empowerment WebinarJoin us for an enlightening episode diving into the power of mindset and purpose with John Gucci Foley. Discover the keys to elite performance and success as we explore the vital role of passion, purpose, and commitment. Stay tuned for a special announcement about a free youth empowerment webinar hosted by John – a must-attend for aspiring entrepreneurs and youth aiming to achieve their dreams!   Chapter Stamps:   Intro: [00:00:52] “Glad to be here” explained: [00:01:21] Moment that truly tested John’s resolve: [00:04:19] Transformation that occurred in John’s life: [00:10...2023-12-0127 minThe ONE ThingThe ONE ThingThe High Performance Zone with John 'Gucci' FoleyHave you ever wondered what it takes to lead with high energy and exceptional performance, whether in the sky or in the boardroom? Today's episode of The ONE Thing Podcast brings you an electrifying conversation with John "Gucci" Foley, a man whose life story reads like an adventure novel.John, a former commander and naval aviator in the US Navy, spent two decades honing his skills, culminating in his selection as the operations officer and lead solo pilot for the prestigious Blue Angels. His journey didn't stop there; he's also a bestselling author, host of the High...2023-11-2757 min“Simply” Remarkable!“Simply” Remarkable!“Simply” Remarkable! with John “Gucci” FoleyJoin us for our weekly Live Streaming Show, “Simply” Remarkable! with host Sue Falcone and this week's guest, John “Gucci” Foley!For nearly 20 years, “Gucci” was a Commander in the US Navy and became a Naval Aviator. As the lead solo pilot of the elite U.S. Navy Blue Angels, John consistently performed in an extreme, high-stakes environment. John impacts his audiences by helping them develop a sense of gratitude and new perspectives to recognize opportunities versus simply focusing on challenges!In 2011 “Gucci” founded the Glad To Be Here Foundation; he donates 10% of his speaking fee...2023-11-0131 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneWhat does every TOP PERFORMER in any field say their key to success is? BE ON YOUR OWN SIDE NO MATTER WHAT with Giovanni “LION” Dienstmann a self-discipline coach and meditation expert.Gucci chats with Giovanni ‘The Lion’ Dienstmann about self-discipline, self-mastery,  and creating a fulfilling life. Giovanni is a self-discipline coach and meditation teacher who champions the virtues of determination, integrity, courage, and optimism. He takes a mindful approach to personal development, and his latest book, Mindful Self-Discipline: Living with Purpose and Achieving Your Goals in a World of Distractions, helps people fulfill their potential and take control of their lives. In this episode, you’ll hear from Giovanni on;- (00.01:19) The top trait of high performers. Giovanni points out that self-discipline is the trait that all high...2023-10-0557 minScaling Up Business with Bill GallagherScaling Up Business with Bill GallagherFearless Success — John Gucci FoleyToday’s conversation is all about being awesome, and there is no better teacher than John “Gucci” Foley, the legendary former solo pilot for The Blue Angels who flew in the original movie Top Gun,
who continues to inspire organizations to High Performance through a GLAD TO BE HERE mindset, operational excellence, team improvement, and high trust!   John is one of the Top 10 most sought-after keynote speakers and trainers on leadership, high performance, teamwork, trust, and a GLAD TO BE HERE mindset! From the night he watched the first moon landing in 1969 and the viscer...2023-10-0448 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance Zone4 Keys to Work Your Game: Mindset, Strategy, Accountability and Execution! Apply This Roadmap in Reverse in Business & Life! Dre “All Day” Baldwin, Former 9-Year Professional Basketball Player & CEO of Work on Your Game Inc.In this episode of the High-Performance Zone Podcast, Gucci’s guest is Dre Baldwin, the founder and CEO of Work On Your Game. Dre was born and raised in Philadelphia, played professional basketball in Lithuania, and transitioned into an entrepreneur and motivational coach who applies the mindset, strategy, and systems he learned from playing pro `basketball into his business coaching career.Today, you’ll hear from Dre Baldwin on: Discipline. For Dre, discipline is what separates success from failure. And as a former professional athlete and an entrepreneur who likes to lead by example, he be...2023-08-0356 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneAre you HITTING THE WALL? Let’s take a skydive on ELIMINATING LIMITING BELIEFS that are holding you back with co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute, Shelly LefkoeShelly Lefkoe is the co-founder of the Lefkoe Institute and a world-renowned expert in teaching people how to eliminate their limiting beliefs. Shelly specializes in setting her clients free from the psychological constraints that prevent them from living happier and more authentic lives. In this episode, she takes John through the unique Lefkoe Belief Process and explains how to disrupt destructive thought patterns and create positive change in your life. Today, you’ll hear from Shelly on:(00:14:01) Watering all your plants. She reminds high performers to pay attention to all asp...2023-05-111h 17The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneMOLLY FLETCHER is a trailblazer in every sense of the word—hailed as “the female Jerry Maguire” by CNN and now a CEO, keynote speaker and author, she shares unconventional techniques - Secrets of a Champion Mindset! EnjoyIn this week's Best of Episode, we welcome Molly Fletcher.  Molly is a keynote speaker and former top sports agent who has represented over 300 high-performing athletes, coaches, and broadcasters. She’s also the author of several best-selling books, including The Energy Clock, The Business of Being the Best, and Fearless at Work. Molly’s mission is to lead, inspire, and connect with courage and optimism. She encourages people to find the courage to combat complacency, and through her recently released TED talk, her Game Changers podcast, and her in-person and virtual trainings, she helps others strengthen their resolve, maximize their...2023-03-0948 minBlue Angel PhantomsBlue Angel PhantomsThe Untold Story of the Blue Angels Visit to Moscow with John "Gucci" FoleyIn what was once thought to be an impossibility, the Blue Angels made history in 1992 by becoming the first United States flight team to fly over the skies of Moscow, Russia. The momentous visit served as a way to ease tensions between the once Cold War rivals. The Team’s trip to the former Soviet Union was highlighted by two air shows and a ride exchange between the Blue Angels and pilots from the Russian Knights Aerobatic Flight Team. The significance of these events were not lost on the Blue Angels’ Lead Solo Pilot, John “Gucci” Foley, who joins...2022-08-1254 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneJohn "RAMER" Ramstead - Navy Combat Fighter Pilot / Fortune 500 Manager / Serial Entrepreneur who had a near death experience and changed his life forever on this important lesson to know Thyself before anything else!John Ramstead is a former Navy fighter pilot who served in Operation Desert Storm and became a super-successful businessman after leaving the military. However, in 2011 a horrific horse-riding accident unexpectedly changed the trajectory of John’s life and led him to reassess his values, priorities, and purpose. Today, John is a renowned leadership coach, the host of the Eternal Leadership podcast, and the author of On Purpose With Purpose: Discovering How to Live Your Best Life. In this episode, you’ll hear from John Ramstead on:(00:14:17) Successful leadership styles. John contrasts the comma...2022-07-281h 07The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneJohn Foley: Top Gun Memories - Aircraft CarriersIn his second solo episode focusing on life aboard the USS Enterprise during the filming of the original Top Gun movie, John recalls some of the interactions between the cast and the crew. He also praises the teamwork and camaraderie of Carrier Air Group 11 and describes what it feels like to take off from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier and accelerate from 0-200 mph in 1.8 seconds.2022-07-1412 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneJohn Foley: Top Gun Memories - Low Altitude FlyingIn this special episode of the High-Performance Zone, John reveals what life was like for a fighter jet pilot on the USS Enterprise during the filming of the original Top Gun movie. As well as describing a dramatic engine failure that happened after the famous flyby scene, he talks about the thrill of high-speed, low-altitude flying and the hair-raising sensation of landing on an aircraft carrier at night.2022-07-0707 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneJoin me with my guest known as the female Jerry Maguire, Molly Fletcher - Secrets of a Champion Mindset!Molly Fletcher is a keynote speaker and former top sports agent who has represented over 300 high-performing athletes, coaches, and broadcasters. She’s also the author of several best-selling books, including The Energy Clock, The Business of Being the Best, and Fearless at Work. Molly’s mission is to lead, inspire, and connect with courage and optimism. She encourages people to find the courage to combat complacency, and through her recently released TED talk, her Game Changers podcast, and her in-person and virtual trainings, she helps others strengthen their resolve, maximize their potential, and develop a winning mindset....2022-03-1048 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDr. John Demartini - THERE’S NOTHING BUT LOVE, ALL ELSE IS AN ILLUSIONDr. John Demartini is a prolific author, global teacher, and one of the world’s leading experts in human behavior who has dedicated his life to learning about philosophy, psychology, and personal development. Dr. John has created over 70 courses in subjects such as leadership, financial empowerment, and relationship success, and he travels the world teaching people how to maximize their potential and live more fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. John on:(00:10:54) Prioritizing your values. He emphasizes the importance of setting goals that align with...2022-02-101h 00The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLearn what POSITIVE TRIGGERS are from executive producer for AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR, HELLS KITCHEN, and how to TAME your Monkey Mind with Kent WeedKent Weed is the executive producer of American Ninja Warrior and Hell’s Kitchen. He’s also a spiritual seeker, a Mindvalley certified master trainer, and the founder of LiveUrPurpose.com. As a mindfulness practitioner, Kent believes in the power of meditation to relieve anxiety, and he has recently created the Taming Your Monkey Mind mastermind course, which teaches 10-minute meditation techniques to bring more peace, joy, and fulfilment into your life. In this episode, you’ll hear from Kent Weed on;(00:09:39) His physical and spiritual transformation. We learn how med...2022-02-031h 09The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneRun with Purpose, Finish with Pride with Marine Corps Marathon Race Director Rick NealisRick Nealis has been the Race Director of the Marine Corps Marathon for nearly thirty years. He’s a former Marine and a people person who loves the camaraderie that comes with organizing and being part of such a large event. Rick is also an accomplished runner whose lifelong mission is to encourage more people to take up running to improve their physical and mental health.In this episode, you’ll hear from Rick Nealis on:(00:12:37) The legacy of Major Megan McClung. He tells the moving story of Megan McCl...2022-01-271h 30The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZonePerforming Under Pressure with the College Football National Championship Game Officiating Crew using the Glad To Be Here Debrief!Steve Matarante and Stuart Mullins recently officiated at the Alabama vs. Georgia College National Championship playoff. The game took place at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and was watched by an audience of 22.6 million people. However, the pressure of the high stakes occasion did little to faze line judge Steve, who works from Monday to Friday as a sales executive, and referee Stuart, who also teaches history in middle school. Today, we talk about compartmentalization, mental focus, and the ability to keep calm under pressure. Plus, Stuart and Steve explain how the Glad to Be Here mindset and...2022-01-201h 32The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLeading with Passion with Jill Ellis, the Winningest Coach in U.S Soccer History and now President of The San Diego Wave Futbol ClubJill Ellis is a legend and a trailblazer in the world of women’s soccer. As a coach, she enjoyed unparalleled success and led the U.S Women’s National Team to victory in two World Cups. However, Jill’s never been one to rest on her laurels, and she’s recently stepped into an exciting new role as president of San Diego Wave FC. She’s also accepted a leadership position on FIFA’s Technical Advisory Group, which invites thought leaders from around the world to consider the future of women’s football.In this episod...2022-01-131h 02All In with Coach Bill HartAll In with Coach Bill HartJohn "Gucci" Foley- Former Blue Angel, and author of "Fearless Success" Our guest, John "Gucci" Foley, is a former Blue Angel, as well as keynote speaker, trainer, and author of the book "Fearless Success." As a pilot with the Blue Angels, John mastered "innovation under pressure", developing new maneuvers for the shows. He adapted the skills (be safe, practice to replicate, getting your team to change, and sustaining the innovation) through reverse-engineering, to his business career, and teaches these to his clients. His company ethos "Glad to Be Here" combines operational excellence with an extra layer of appreciation, gratitude, and empathy. ...2022-01-0740 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneMinimizing Risk and Maximizing Performance with Astronaut Jim WetherbeeJim Witherbee is a former naval aviator and test pilot turned astronaut and author. In the course of his extraordinary career, Jim flew on six space flight missions and commanded and landed the Space Shuttle five times. He was also involved in the recovery efforts for the Challenger and Columbia Space Shuttle explosions and the Deepwater Horizon disaster. In his book, Controlling Risk in a Dangerous World; 30 Techniques for Operating Excellence, Jim shares the knowledge he gained from his extensive experience of managing risk in exceptionally volatile situations and advises organizations on the best way to minimize risk and...2022-01-061h 40The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneStay Fit and Strong for Life with CrossFit Champion and Fitness Educator James FitzgeraldJames Fitzgerald is one of the leading figures in the world of health and fitness. He excelled at sports from an early age, and, in 2007, he was awarded the title of The Fittest Man on Earth at the inaugural CrossFit Games. James is also the founder and lead educator of OPEX fitness, which teaches coaches the core principles of fitness and provides them with the skills they need to help others achieve their health and wellness goals.In this episode, you’ll hear from James Fitzgerald on:(00:14:12) The intention behind fitness. Ja...2021-12-301h 24The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow To Scratch Your Itch with Podcaster Chase ChewningChase Chewning is a certified health coach and the host of the hugely popular Ever Forward Radio podcast, which focuses on fitness, nutrition, and mindset. Chase is a natural communicator and a skilled networker. He’s also a US army vet and a Russian linguist who worked for several years in military intelligence. In this episode, you’ll hear from Chase Chewning on:(00:01:46) His ‘Ever Forward’ Mantra. Chase explains that he adopted the Ever Forward motto of the 116th Infantry Regiment in honor of his late father, who served in the division...2021-12-2355 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDiving into Discomfort with Olympic Champion and Freestyle Skiing Legend Jonny MoseleyJonny Moseley is a freestyle skiing pioneer, an Olympic gold medalist, and the originator of the iconic off-axis Dinner Roll trick. Rated by Ski Magazine as one of the ten most influential skiers of all time, Jonny continues to be a powerful ambassador for the sport. In addition to his roles as a skiing analyst for NBC and narrator for the Warren Miller Ski Entertainment movies, Jonny is also a motivational speaker and the Chief Mountain Host at the Palisades Tahoe Resort.Listen out for Jonny’s thoughts on:(00:21:00) Preparing to win. Jo...2021-12-161h 23The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBecoming Unstoppable with American Ninja Warrior Alex WeberAlex Weber is an international keynote speaker and a professional entertainer who has appeared as both a host and a participant on the American Ninja Warrior TV series. As a student, Alex played lacrosse for the University of Pennsylvania and finished as a top scorer in the Lacrosse World Championships. He went on to become one of the youngest recipients of the US Lacrosse Coach of the Year award, and today he uses the lessons he’s learned from his sporting and entertainment careers to motivate and uplift others. Alex’s first book, Fail-Proof: Become the Unstoppable You, was rele...2021-12-091h 05The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneWhat Death Can Teach Us About How To Live With Rabbi Steve LederSteve Leder is a husband, father, and the Senior Rabbi of the Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles. He’s also a respected scholar and religious commentator and the author of several bestselling books, including The Extraordinary Nature of Ordinary Things and More Beautiful Than Before; How Suffering Transforms Us. His latest book, The Beauty of What Remains; How Our Greatest Fears Become Our Greatest Gifts, shows us how our fear of death can help us define what’s truly meaningful and bring more gratitude, value, and purpose to our lives.In this episode, you’ll hear from R...2021-12-021h 15The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow Winning Works: Lessons in Teamwork and Leadership with Champion Adventure Racer and CNN Hero Robyn BenincasaRobyn Benincasa is a world-class adventure racer, top-50 motivational speaker, and author of the New York bestseller How Winning Works; Leadership Lessons from the Toughest Teams on Earth. She’s also the founder of the Athena Project, a nonprofit which enables survivors of serious illnesses and emotional trauma to take part in confidence-building multi-sport adventures and endurance treks. In 2014, Robyn was selected as a CNN hero in recognition of her outstanding work with survivors, and through her inspirational keynotes and epic adventure challenges, she continues to encourage others to emerge stronger from adversity and work relentlessly towards their goals.2021-11-2551 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLife Lessons from a Master Aviator; How to Meet the Challenge and Lead by Example with Former Marine Colonel Doug “Smash” YurovichDoug “Smash” Yurovich is a former fighter pilot and the first Marine Colonel to be appointed as Commander of a Navy Carrier Air Wing Group. Doug is a graduate of the US Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN), and he served as a Test Pilot at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. After a long and distinguished military career, Doug continues to apply his leadership and aviation experience to civilian roles, and he currently works as a test pilot, flight instructor, and safety director. In this episode, you’ll hear from Doug on:(00:11:52) Meeting the challenge. Doug explain...2021-11-181h 27The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow to Navigate Disruption and Make It Through the Storm With David GiersdorfDavid Giersdorf is a business consultant and author with decades of experience as a leading figure in the cruise and travel industry. David grew up in Alaska and worked in his father’s pioneering cruise company, which offered adventurous travelers the opportunity to explore the remote and beautiful Pribilof islands. Later, David established Windstar Cruises and served as the Chairman of the Global Cruise Industry Association. In his recent book, Hard Ships: Navigating Your Company, Career, and Life through the Fog of Disruption, David shares his six protocols for survival, stability, and success and uses the example of the im...2021-11-1153 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneCultivating Gratitude, Happiness, and Curiosity with ‘The Human Guinea Pig’ A.J. JacobsA.J. Jacobs is an author and journalist who has earned the nickname ‘The Human Guinea Pig’ due to his willingness to partake in grueling lifestyle experiments designed to improve his physical and emotional wellbeing. In the pursuit of personal development, A.J. has read the entire Encyclopedia Britannica, embarked on a quest to achieve bodily perfection, and trained himself to turn fear and negativity into courage and gratitude. A.J.’s bestselling book, Thanks A Thousand: A Gratitude Journey, tells the story of his journey from New York to Colombia to thank all the people involved in the produc...2021-11-0457 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneTurning the Mundane into Magic with Sound Therapist Sara AusterSara Auster is a sound therapist and meditation teacher who uses sound to help people relax and release tension. Sara first became aware of the restorative power of sound as a young child when she used music to communicate with her seriously ill sister. Later, she forged a successful career as an artist but, after an accident left her traumatized and in severe pain, she turned to music and meditation to help her heal. Today, Sara is an internationally recognized sound therapist who has collaborated with global brands such as Google and Microsoft and whose work has been featured...2021-10-281h 03The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLiving Life on the Razor’s Edge with Thought Leader and Author Tommy BakerTommy Baker is a writer and philosopher whose latest book, Seekers & Hustlers, How to Crush It and Find Fulfillment Without Losing Your Mind, aims to help people achieve a sustainable balance between professional success and personal happiness. As the creator of the Resist Average Academy, Tommy doesn’t believe in settling for second-best. Instead, he encourages people to excel, and through his podcast, books, and coaching work, he examines what it means to live a thriving life.2021-10-211h 06The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow to Find Your Purpose and Create Positive Change With Robbie Bach, Former Microsoft President & CXORobbie Bach is an author and public speaker who spent many years working in leadership roles for Microsoft. His first book Xbox Revisited: A Game Plan for Corporate and Civic Renewal, focuses on the lessons he learned from his role as Chief Xbox officer. His latest book, The Wilkes Insurrection, marks Robbie’s first foray into fiction writing and is a fast-paced thriller set in contemporary America. In addition to his professional and literary achievements, Robbie is a committed family man who believes in positivity, doing the right thing, and giving back to his community. He serves on the bo...2021-10-141h 02The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBest Of Series: Next Level Leadership from a ex Navy Seal and FBI special agent with Errol DoeblerIn the final of the best of series, we feature Errol Doebler. Errol is a former Navy SEAL, an entrepreneur and an expert in what it takes to become a next level leader. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, a Navy SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent. Now, with the founding of his consulting firm, Leader 193, Errol is sharing his wisdom with companies around the world. This is a re-air of episode 15  which was originally released December 16th, 2020.2021-10-071h 24The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBest Of Series: Ultra Running, Personal Covenants, and Breakthroughs with Joe GagnonIn today's best of series episode, we feature Joesph Gagnon. Joesph is an ultra-marathon and iron man athlete who has a discipline  and consistency that is elite level.  In 2017, Joe ran Six Marathons across Six Continents on Six Consecutive days.  He has competed in competitions such as the Tahoe 200 and was a Vice President at IBM. His combination of skillsets makes this conversation truly eye opening.Joe Gagnon is a rare mix of entrepreneur, innovator and transformation executive who has held the role of CEO, COO, partner, and President. He is the founder of THPL, The High Per...2021-09-301h 01The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBest Of Series: Overcoming Obstacles - Becoming Positive, Powerful, & Transforming Blindness with Sean Callagy In today's best of series episode, we feature Sean Callagy. Sean is an entrepreneur, national speaker, philanthropist and  one of America’s top trial attorneys, online personality, and creator of various peak performance technologies.Oh, and he’s a legally blind warrior and adventurer.He has also collected more than 1/3 of a billion dollars on behalf of his healthcare clients, built and sold a 40 person law firm in a little over a year in his twenties when he was only two years out of law school (all which is very rare in the legal world), created the mo...2021-09-2350 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBest Of Series: Wisdom From The Sky With The CO of Top Gun Tom TrotterIn today's best of series episode, we feature Tom Trotter. Tom has the career path that every naval aviator dreams about. He is the former commanding officer of TOPGUN and a Carrier Air Group Commander who oversaw nine squadrons and 2,200 personnel. Tom has almost 4,000 flight hours in the F/18 and is certified in an amazing array of aircraft. He has followed his passion for flying from the time he was a child to the present day, flying, instructing, and managing aircraft through his company Eagle Top Flight. In the field of aviation, Tom is an extremely high performer.2021-09-161h 09The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneWalked The Same Steel with Scott ‘Maker’ Tingle & GucciScott ‘Maker’ Tingle is a former navy test pilot, an astronaut, and the Head of Human Space Flight at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. As a young boy growing up in the sixties, Scott’s interest in space was piqued by the images of Neil Armstrong walking on the Moon. Although he went on to have a successful career in the navy, he never gave up on his childhood dream of becoming an astronaut, and finally, when he was in his early forties, Scott was selected as part of a team to travel to the International Space Station. 2021-09-0955 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneCreating Impact and Influence with Leadership Expert Bill BermanBill Berman is an executive coach and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. He holds a BA in psychology from Harvard and a Ph.D. in psychology from Yale. Prior to becoming a coach, Bill worked as a clinical psychologist, an academic, and a software entrepreneur. He also enjoyed a brief stint as a chef in Cape Cod. In addition to his coaching and consultancy work, he has recently co-written a book, “Influence and Impact: Discover and Excel at What Your Organization Needs from You The Most,” which is inte...2021-09-021h 09The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBiohack Your Brain and Body with Wellness Expert Joe DiStefanoJoe DiStefano is a wellness expert, public speaker, and podcaster who empowers people to develop a holistic and sustainable approach to their health. As the co-founder of RUNGA, a company that offers online coaching and organizes immersive wellness events, Joe focuses on helping people build healthy habits and encourages them to adopt a more natural and ancestral lifestyle that aims to put back what modern life has taken away. Today, Joe shares his top biohacks, and we delve into how to build foundational fitness and optimize our health and longevity by becoming more aware of our breath, prioritizing our...2021-08-261h 28The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneCommunicating under Pressure with Restaurateur and Author of "Big Brain, Little Brain" Kevin McCarneyKevin McCarney is the head of a restaurant business serving fast, fresh Mexican food. Working in professional kitchens for over three decades has given Kevin valuable first-hand insight into what it means to operate effectively in a high-pressure environment. So, in his latest book, ‘Big Brain, Little Brain,’ he shares tools and frameworks that can be used to successfully navigate challenging situations. Today, we delve into some of the ideas explored in the book, including how we can respond thoughtfully when life puts us to the test.   2021-08-191h 10The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneTapping into Your Higher Power with ex-NFL Player Turned Yogi Eben BrittonEben Britton is a former offensive tackle who played for six seasons in the NFL before making the transition from professional athlete to spiritual seeker and yogi. He’s a proven high-performer who knows what it’s like to deal with intense pressure and push his body to its limits. Today, we chat about Eben’s time at the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Chicago Bears, and he describes the victories and setbacks he’s experienced in his career. We also dive deep into the psychology of teams, and Eben shares details of his daily meditation practice and his game-changing resistan...2021-08-121h 05The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBuilding an Unstoppable Mindset with US Navy Officer & NASCAR Driver Jesse IwujiJesse Iwuji is a man of many talents. He’s a NASCAR driver and a serving US Naval Officer. He’s also a successful entrepreneur and a motivational speaker whose warrior spirit and unstoppable mindset inspire others to follow their dreams. Today, we dive into Jesse’s story, starting from his upbringing as the child of Nigerian immigrants in Texas to his time as a Naval Academy football player and his current journey up the NASCAR series ranks.2021-08-0536 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneCreating a Culture of Extraordinary Trust and Gratitude with Blue Angel Flight Leader, Greg “Boss” WooldridgeWelcome to this special episode of the podcast where I talk to a true high-performer and the former flight leader of the Blue Angels, Greg “Boss” Wooldridge. Greg is the only commanding officer to have led the Blue Angels on three separate tours. He’s an accomplished aviator and an exceptional leader who knows how to bring out the best in others and build a culture based on trust, camaraderie, and gratitude. 2021-07-291h 17The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow to Thrive in a Disruptive World with Executive Coach, Gerry ValentineGerry Valentine is an executive coach and the author of The Thriving Mindset - Tools for Empowerment in a Disruptive World. Gerry grew up in poverty in 1970s New York but went on to receive an Ivy League education and pursue a successful corporate career. He has extensive leadership experience in senior positions in Fortune 100 companies, and through his writing and his coaching work, he strives to help people thrive through adversity and face the future with courage and curiosity.2021-07-2250 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLive Life Without Limits with Gold Glove Winner, AJ AndrewsAJ Andrews, aka “the Beyoncé of Softball,” is a professional softball player, TV sports analyst, and the first woman to receive the prestigious Rawlings Gold Glove Award. AJ is also an entrepreneur, a motivational speaker, and the host of the Barrier Breaking Women podcast, which celebrates and elevates the achievements of inspirational women in sport and business. She is an incredible athlete with a formidable work ethic, and her mission is to break down barriers for softball players and pave the way for more women to succeed in sports.2021-07-151h 01The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLife Lessons in Courage and Character with War Hero and POW, Thomas Kirk Jr.Today, I interview one of my heroes, former USAF Colonel and recipient of the Air Force Cross, Thomas Kirk Jr. Tom served his country with courage and distinction and went on to build an extraordinary life for himself outside of the military. Since leaving the Air Force, he’s lived in multiple countries, started several businesses, and worked as a financial planner, a real-estate investor, a jazz saxophonist, and a ski instructor. Today, Tom lives in Arizona with his wife Ann, where he plays golf, works out at the gym, and participates in the Veterans Heritage Project, which aims to...2021-07-081h 08The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Art of Balancing Desire with Surrender with Dr. Jia GottliebToday, I dive deep into the psychology and experience of pleasure with Dr. Jia Gottlieb, the author of aah…; The Pleasure Book. Dr. Jia is a medical doctor and a lifelong student of yoga and meditation who takes a holistic approach to health and happiness. His mission is to help people understand and experience more pleasure and stop feeling guilty about doing what makes them feel good. He points out that humans are biologically predisposed to seek out pleasure, and he draws on elements of Ancient Greek philosophy and Eastern spirituality to show us how to live more balanced, jo...2021-07-011h 27The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHit Hard, Have Fun, and Play Fair with Justin BookeyThis week on the High-Performance Zone podcast, I’m excited to introduce you to award-winning content creator, community engagement leader, and world-class table tennis player Justin Bookey. Justin has worn many hats throughout his career; he’s been a lawyer, a marketing strategist, and a filmmaker, but he’s currently focusing on his role as CEO and Chairman of PongFit, a nonprofit that promotes fitness and community through ping pong. As a former competitive table tennis player, Justin sees the world through the filter of what he’s learned from training with Olympians as well as from his decades-long experien...2021-06-241h 04The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneMake Yourself Irreplaceable with Speaker & Coach Chad HymasThank you for tuning into the High-Performance Zone podcast. Today, I want to introduce you to Chad Hymas, who The Wall Street Journal describes as one of the ten most inspirational people in the world. Twenty-one years ago, Chad was injured in an accident that left him paralyzed.  Despite his injuries, he managed to turn his life around and develop a career as a motivational speaker and author. Before the Covid pandemic took hold, Chad traveled the world, teaching people how to deal with challenges and create positive change in their lives. Today, he offers mastermind classes at his 600...2021-06-1752 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance Zone6 Rules for Life with Ex-UFC Fighter & Entrepreneur Eliot MarshallThis week on the High-Performance Zone, I sit with ex-UFC fighter and mixed martial arts expert Eliot ‘The Fire’ Marshall. Eliot reveals how The Karate Kid movie sparked his interest in martial arts as a young boy and explains how his success at jujitsu helped him to find friends and gain social acceptance as a teenager. He recounts his experience of growing up as the child of an inter-racial and inter-cultural couple and opens up about being on the receiving end of bullying, racism, and anti-Semitism in his youth. Eliot believes that his ability to defend himself has helped him...2021-06-101h 09The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneConvert Kindness into Clarity with Cognitive Scientist, Jacquelyn H. Berry, Ph.D.Joining me today on the High-Performance Zone podcast is cognitive scientist Jacquelyn H. Berry, Ph.D. Jacquelyn specializes in studying how humans build expertise and researches how they interact with computer interfaces and learn to use technology. Jackie loves to help people find their calling and live in alignment with their purpose. Her book Find Your Carrot: Stop the Foolishness, Get on with your Authentic Self  was inspired by her time spent teaching and researching as a Fulbright scholar at the American University in Cairo, where she challenged her students to master a new skill in a semester. Jackie i...2021-06-031h 08The Eben FlowThe Eben FlowFearless Success w/ John “Gucci” FoleyWhen I was about 8 or 9 years old my Dad took me to see the Blue Angels at Coney Island. In a moment I was completely awestruck. Watching those F18 fighter jets perform death-defying stunts at breakneck speeds, just inches apart, filled me with the understanding that nothing is impossible. John “Gucci” Foley was lead solo pilot of the Blue Angels’ squadron for three years. His experiences as an elite jet pilot blessed him with insight that transcends profession and life path. All leading him to cultivate the “Glad to Be Here” ethos that can transform your state of consciousness in an inst...2021-06-011h 08The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneCreating an Unbeatable Mind with Ex-Navy SEAL Mark DivineWelcome to the High-Performance Zone Podcast, where we unpack the process and mindset of greatness. Today, I’m excited to introduce you to my fellow warrior and former Navy SEAL, Mark Divine. Mark is the founder of Unbeatable Mind, a program that combines elements of Zen meditation with Navy SEAL kick-assery to help people achieve extraordinary results and get beyond whatever is holding them back. Mark is also the creator of the SEALFIT fitness program and the Courage Foundation, which helps veterans suffering from mental health issues. We dive into how a Navy SEAL and a Blue Angel see th...2021-05-271h 10The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneNext Level Sales Methodology and RNT Selling with Bill PalmerGuest: Bill PalmerShow Live-with: “You cannot climb a ladder with both hands clasped to your ass.”Topics Covered in this Episode:Advanced Sales MethodologiesHow NOT to use LinkedinChallenger SalesWhat does RNT mean? Creating an echo chamber for your customerCounter-tactics in SalesThe difference between change and transformationApplying the OODA loop to salesThe ONE thing all sales people are bad atBill’s Websitehttps://queenswayfarers.uk/https://www.consentri.care/2021-05-201h 13The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Invincibility of the Spirit with Coach, Speaker, and Author Kate EckmanGuest: Kate EckmanShow Live-with: “A mantra: What’s best for me is either already here, or it’s on its way.”Topics Covered in this Episode: Better quality of life through cognitive scienceHow gratitude can change your brainThe importance of SEEING everyone at their coreHow suicide changed Kate’s life foreverTransforming pain into positive experienceThe invincibility of the spiritFitness and endurance for the Spirit How to accept rejection as a blessingChanging your default systemWorking as a host for QVCSolving problems by sitting and staring at the wallKate's Web...2021-05-1356 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneLife Changing Routines with Performance Physiologist Dr. Greg WellsBio: Greg Wells is a performance physiologist, a scientist, an athlete and an author. He is the CEO and founder of Wells Performance, a global consulting firm on a mission to elevate how we live our lives at work and in life.  He has worked with some of the highest-performing individuals on the planet, including Olympic and world champions and elite organizations including General Electric, BMO, Deloitte, KPMG, BMW, Audi, Sysco Foods, YPO and Air Canada.Topics covered in this episode:Life changing morning routinesHow to stare down a rhinoWhat's h...2021-05-061h 11The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneGratitude At Work and Transformational Mindsets with Steve ForanBio :Steve is the founder of "Gratitude At Work" - a happiness company founded in 2006. His work with human resources professionals, directors, managers and CEO’s has grown into work with leaders across Canada and into the United States – shifting corporate cultures by helping teams bring more gratitude to work each day. And these grateful people spend more time thriving and less time surviving.Show Live-With: Gratitude can transform your life. Topics Covered in this Episode: Gratitude in life and workHow two crazy engineers became gratitude gurusS...2021-04-291h 06The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneSports, Life, and Wisdom with Chicago Bulls Team Doctor Michael LewisGuest Name: Dr. Michael LewisShow Live-With: Don't try to be someone else; be the best version of yourself.Bio: Michael Lewis is an orthopedic surgeon at the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute. He has been Chief of Staff at NorthShore University HealthSystem, Skokie Hospital. He also was named best teacher of the year at Rush University Medical Center. He has also been an orthopedic consultant to the Chicago White Sox baseball team, the Chicago Wolves hockey team, and the Chicago Bulls basketball team, with whom he earned two...2021-04-221h 20\"Build" with Stephen ScogginsThe Secret to Achieving High Performance | John "GUCCI" FoleyJohn "Gucci" Foley is a former Lead Solo Pilot of the Blue Angels, "Top Ten Carrier Pilot," a best-selling author, and an expert on high-performance teams. Today, Stephen Scoggins interviews John for a podcast you won't want to miss! For More Content on Going From Stuck to Unstoppable, we invite you to stay connected. Follow Us On... FaceBook Twitter Youtube Instagram LinkedIn  Journey Principles   Stephen Scoggins2021-04-2100 min\"Build" with Stephen ScogginsThe Secret to Achieving High Performance | John "GUCCI" FoleyJohn "Gucci" Foley is a former Lead Solo Pilot of the Blue Angels, "Top Ten Carrier Pilot," a best-selling author, and an expert on high-performance teams. Today, Stephen Scoggins interviews John for a podcast you won't want to miss! For More Content on Going From Stuck to Unstoppable, we invite you to stay connected. Follow Us On... FaceBook Twitter Youtube Instagram LinkedIn  Journey Principles   Stephen Scoggins2021-04-2100 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneAn Hour on Trust with Speaker, Writer and Trust Researcher David HorsagerGuest: David HorsagerShow Live-With: “The more you seek pleasure for pleasure’s sake, the less you get.” Bio: David Horsager is the CEO of Trust Edge Leadership Institute and a global authority on helping leaders and organizations become THE most trusted in their industry. David is… • inventor of the Enterprise Trust Index™ • director of global trust study: The Trust Outlook™ • AND national bestselling author of The Trust Edge His work has been featured everywhere from Forbes to The Wall Street Journal. He has taken the platform on 6 continents and advised everyon...2021-04-151h 15The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneEmployee Engagement with "The Undercover Millennial" Clint PulverGuest Name: Clint PulverBio: Clint Pulver is an Emmy Award-winning, motivational keynote speaker, author, musician, and workforce expert. Clint was known for years as “The Undercover Millennial”, a project that had him doing years of direct research on employee engagement and retention. Clint is a fun, dynamic, entertaining, no-stress speaker. A Professional Drummer for over 20 years, he's played with top headlining fellow musicians in venues like the Vivint Arena, the Stadium of Fire, and the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. Known as the Leading Authority on Employee Retention, Clint helps organizations retai...2021-04-081h 02The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZonePersonal Success, Branding, and PGA golf with TV Commentator Kraig KannGuest Name:Kraig KannShow Live-With: “You can’t preach to anyone, unless you can get them into the church.”Bio:  Kraig Kann is former lead anchor and studio host for NBC Sports’ Golf Channel, Kraig attained his lifelong dream of becoming a network broadcaster. He then progressed to Chief Communications Officer for the LPGA where he was part of a dynamic leadership team that raised the organization to new levels of prosperity. Today, he is a successful entrepreneur mastering his own brand. Kraig founded K...2021-04-0155 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThree Years of Silent Meditation and The Power of Preserving Ancient Wisdom with John BradyGuest: John BradyShow live-with: “Reality is magic, there is nothing normal about it.” Bio:   John Brady was an executive director for the Lillian Vernon Corporation from 1983 to 2001.  He studied and practiced meditation with Eido Shimano Roshi, an authentic master and lineage holder in the Rinzai tradition of Japanese Zen Buddhism.  John was on the board of directors of The Zen Studies Society from 1985 to 1995.  He studied and practiced with Edo Shimano for 14 years.  In 1996 John met Geshe Lobsang Tarchin and Geshe Michael Roach. He began the rigorous 36 course Buddhist s...2021-03-251h 07The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneResilience and Leadership with Fannie Mae Chief of Staff Eric BellamyGuest: Eric Bellamy Show live-with: “The will to win is not nearly important as the will to prepare to win.” Bio: Eric Bellamy is Fannie Mae’s Enterprise Risk – Chief of Staff and Director. As the Chief of Staff, Mr. Bellamy plans and organizes all administrative, financial and operational activities for the Chief Risk Officer. He also organizes and prioritizes critical issues and requires information to facilitate efficient decision making to ensure the smooth operation of Enterprise Risk. Mr. Bellamy brings over 25 years of financial services experience in the areas of...2021-03-1841 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneHow to close a billion dollar deal with Bret GriessShow Live With: “ I don’t know what the next chapter is going to be, but i've known the author for a long time, so I know its going to be good. 'Bio:  Bret enlisted in the Air Force and served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. He went on to serve as CEO of a CSG with 4,000 employees. Bret was known for expanding the revenue and scope of CSG exponentially.  He was responsible for negotiating billions of dollars of deals.  Topics covered in this episode:2021-03-101h 03The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Business of Memory and Experience with Iconic Restaurateur Markus ThesleffShow Live With: “We don’t hire staff, we recruit family.”Bio: Markus Thesleff is an award-winning serial entrepreneur with two decades of continuous international success in hospitality as an owner, operator, advisor, and consultant. He has received numerous awards including, Restaurateur of the Year for Middle East & Africa in 2014, 2016 and consistently included in the Caterer Power 50 and Hot 100 Entrepreneur lists.His personal portfolio of hospitality brands have accumulated over 150 Awards; while operating in some of the most competitive cosmopolitan cities from London to Dubai, as well as in different value segmen...2021-03-041h 15The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThe Six Perfections - Steps to Radically Transform Your World - With Geshe Michael RoachGuest Name: Geshe Michael RoachBio:  Geshe Michael Roach (born December 17, 1952) is the first American to have been awarded the degree of Geshe, or Master of Buddhism, after more than 20 years of study in Tibetan monasteries. He has used this training to become a prominent international teacher, businessman, philanthropist, author, educator, public speaker, textual scholar, and musician. Geshe Michael graduated with honors from Princeton University and has received the Presidential Scholar Medal from the President of the United States at the White House. Geshe Michael helped build the largest manufacturing company in...2021-02-241h 04The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneBrian “Doc” Schmidt—Sonoma Raceway Track Doctor—on Success in Extreme Trauma SurgeryGuest Name: Brian "Doc" SchmidtBio: Dr. Brian Schmidt is the track doctor at Sonoma Raceway, and the Trauma Director at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, the largest non-university trauma center in California. Dr. Schmidt has 40 years of experience in the field of medicine, and was mentored by legendary surgeon Bill Blaisdell. Show Live-With:  “You’re only as good as your last meal.” Chef Thomas KellerTopics Covered in this Episode:Seeing someone get shot in the heart and surviveWhy you shouldn’t follow Gucci into the w...2021-02-181h 02The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneNASA Astronaut Ron Garan on Changing Our 2D WorldviewShow Live-With: “We’re not FROM the Earth, we are OF Earth.”Bio: Ron Garan is a NASA astronaut, an F-16 fighter pilot, an author and a former resident of the International Space Station. In his career in space, Ron traveled more than  71 million miles around the earth during 2,842 orbits. Since his retirement, Ron has shared his unique perspective on the planet with millions of people. Through his books and his speaking, Ron is on a beautiful mission to bring positive change to the world we all live in.Get 15% off a pre-o...2021-02-1158 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDreams And Leadership With -Sydney Barber The U.S. Navy's First Female Black Brigade CommanderShow Live-With: “Im not going to be the one to tell myself no. I will prioritize a dream and a vision and put my heart into it. ”Bio:  Barber is decorated with many awards and accolades under her belt. She’s an Illinois-native and a mechanical engineering major, hoping to join the Marine Corps after time at the Academy.        +    She is a  walk-on sprinter and hurdler of the Navy Women’s Varsity Track and Field team.She has lettered all three years of competing.She  is a USNA record holder for...2021-02-0447 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneThriving Through Covid And The Shaqaroni Pizza With CEO of Papa Johns Robert LynchShow Live-With: “If you're in a position of strength use it to help those in need.”Bio:  Robert Lynch was appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer in August 2019. Mr. Lynch joined Papa John’s from Arby’s Restaurant Group where he served as President since August 2017, and served as Brand President and Chief Marketing Officer from August 2013 to August 2017. During his time at Arby’s, he led the brand’s dramatic turn-around to strong growth and profitability. Prior to Arby’s, he served as Vice President of Marketing at Taco Bell. Mr...2021-01-2745 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance Zone2020 from Outer Space with NASA Astronaut Chris CassidyShow Live-With: “You never know who has the game changing idea; listen, and treat everyone with respect.”Bio: Chris Cassidy is a NASA astronaut and a former Navy SEAL who recently returned from 6 months on the International Space Station. In total, Chris has spent 378 days in space and accumulated 55 hours of spacewalk time. He is a highly decorated officer, having received two bronze stars for valor in combat, and the NASA exceptional achievement medal. Topics Covered in this Episode:Saturday nights in space with the C...2021-01-1456 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneUnleashing Organizational Potential with Patrick Cowden of The Beyond CompanyShow Live-With: ”Make it so.” -Jean Luc PicardBio: Patrick Cowden is the founder and CEO of The Beyond Company, an organization that is devoted to unleashing human potential, and creating positive change in the world. In this episode, Patrick and John unpack “the line of code” that every business can use to elevate their people and get better, together, today. Topics Covered in this Episode:Cracking the code of human interactionUnleashing organizational potential through personal connectionEffective debrief: a Hitachi case studyTurning challenges into successPositive learnings from the Covid-19...2021-01-1359 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneWisdom From The Sky With The CO of Top Gun- Tom TrotterGuest: Tom TrotterShow Live With: “If you always do what you’ve always done, you always get what you’ve always gotten.” “Leave only footprints and take only memories” “You’ll never work a day in your life if you turn your passion into your profession” Bio: Tom Trotter has the career path that every naval aviator dreams about. He is the former commanding officer of TOPGUN and a Carrier Air Group Commander who oversaw nine squadrons and 2,200 personnel. Tom has almost 4,000 flight h...2021-01-071h 09The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneA Warriors Focus With U.S. World Champion Epee Fencer - Natalie VieShows Live WIth - " A warrior's focus creates a powerful and unified mind."In this episode, we unpack the powerful techniques of concentration required from a world champion epee fencer.   We cover the impact of morning routines, the power of a purpose larger than self, and the relationship between being a fighter pilot and a fencer. Natalie Vie Biography-Natalie Vie is Team World Cup Champion on the United States Fencing Team, an herbalist, forager, yogi & and intersectional environmentalist working to restore humans in the right relationship to th...2020-12-311h 05The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDeeper creative intelligence, belief levels, conscious and subconscious process. - With Greg SperoGuest Name: Greg SperoShow Live With: “Take care of the valleys, and the peaks will take care of themselves.” ~Advice from Greg’s mentor, Herbie Hancock. Bio:Greg Spero is a musician, a keyboardist and a true high performer in his field. Greg has toured with major acts like Imagine Dragons, and worked as a sound designer and performer with the pop artist Halsey. He’s performed in major arenas like Madison Square Garden, and on Jimmy Kim...2020-12-2348 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneNext Level Leadership from a ex Navy Seal and FBI special agent -With Errol DoeblerGuest Name: Errol DoeblerShow live-with: “Don’t let your safe space be everyone else’s danger zone.” Bio: Errol Doebler is a former Navy SEAL, an entrepreneur and an expert in what it takes to become a next level leader. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, a Navy SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent. Now, with the founding of his consul...2020-12-171h 24The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDoctor to The Dallas Mavericks and The Importance of Character - With Dr. Tarek O. SouryalEpisode  Live With - “ Charecter matters. “"We all have been blessed with certain gifts. Gifts that are unique to us. Its imortant that we cultivate those gifts and share them to make the world a better place." Topics covered in the episode -- Being an elite level sports athelete doctor for The Dallas Mavericks- The necessity of compassion in the field of medicine- Vigilence and perserverance in the long haul as a surgeon - The importance of  charecter to achieve high performance - T...2020-12-111h 14The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneUltra Running, Personal Covenants, and Breakthroughs. - With Joe GagnonEpisode  Live With - “You are the power of yourown future. Tomorrow is going to be better than today and I know that in my heart because I am going to make it that way. “This episode is with Joesph Gagnon. Joesph is an ultra-marathon and iron man athlete who has a discipline  and consistency that is elite level.  In 2017, Joe  ran Six Marathons across Six Continents on Six Consecutive days.  He has competed in competitions such as the Tahoe 200 and was a Vice President at IBM. His combination of skillsets makes this conversation truly eye openi...2020-12-021h 01The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneFinding Poise in Difficult Times and Overcoming Fatigue - Front Liners of COVID-19 - With Patrick O ShaughnessyGuest: Partick O’Shaughnessy aka “Dr. O”Ever wondered what  managing one of the largest organizations on the east coast serving the front lines of Covid-19  is like?  Patrick O Shaughnessy is that man. This is an exciting episode unpacking any myths around Covid-19 while discussing what it is really like on the front lines of the biggest global pandemic of our lifetimes.Intro: Dr. O is the Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer of Catholic Health Services in Long Island, a 6 hospital, 3 billion dollar system that serves 25% of the pop...2020-11-2551 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDr. Bill Dorfman -Learn, Earn and Return. Life lessons from a billion dollar founder in dentistry.LIve with from the show - " Learn to earn, so you can return". In this episode, we unpack greatness with Dr. Bill Dorfman. Some of this shows highlights include- The process of coming from humble beginnings to a billion dollar company- How believing in yourself can change your life- Taking ideas to execution to success - Overcoming obstalces and staying the course through struggle and doubt- The power of giving back Bio - Dr Bill. Dorfman Celebrity c...2020-11-1943 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneOvercoming Obstacles - Becoming Positive, Powerful, & Transforming Blindness- With Sean CallagyLIve with from the show - " Nothing can stand in your way, not even unplanned blindness". In this episode, we unpack greatness with Sean Callagy. Sean is a legend who overcame blindness and created an empire. Bio - Sean Callagy Is an entrepreneur, national speaker, philanthropist and  one of America’s top trial attorneys, online personality, and creator of various peak performance technologies.Oh, and he’s a legally blind warrior and adventurer.He has also collected more than 1/3 of a billion dollars on behalf of his he...2020-11-1150 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneMeditation - Clarity & Achieving What You Want In Life- With Mike LeeThe Live With From The Show - “Get clear on what you really want, and focus your intention and attention  on that clarity.“In this episode we unpack the power of meditation, getting clear on what you want, and dive into the topic of who you are and what you could be. Mike Lee Bio- Mike Lee is the founder of Thrive3, a basketball training company that “creates game-changing experiences that crossover from the court to life”. At Thrive3 he’s worked at Academies or individual development sessions with players like...2020-11-0441 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneInnovation, Sustained Growth, Creativity, & Eliminating Fear with Joshua LinkerThe Live With From The Show - “Find a way, even if things seem difficult we can always  find a way. “In this episode we unpack strategies for growing innovation and creativity. We discuss everything from calculated risk to creating safe environments for employees as it serves the basis for collective creativity. Joshua Linkner Bio-Josh Linkner is a Creative Troublemaker. He has been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which sold for a combined value of over $200 million. He’s the author of four books including the New York...2020-10-281h 02The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneScaling Empathy And Finding Your Purpose - Taylor ConroyShow Live WIth :  "Cultivating empathy increases our connection and happiness. "What a would a vision of scaling empathy look like ? Is it possible to create a replicable formula for all of us to discover our purpose? In this episode with guest Taylor Conroy we discuss some important topics for human development and creating our purpose.Taylor Conroy is an:Entrepreneur, speaker, activistFounder of Change Hero’s an organization that worked in 80 countries building 400 schools, water projects, libraries, girls scholarships, anti sex trafficking work, and more. Servicing 200,000 people around the world.Had...2020-10-221h 07The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneWomen in Pro Auto Racing, Return On Inclusion and The Power of Perseverance with Jackie HeinricherJackie is the founder and owner of Heinricher Racing, an elite professional auto racing team. Jackie is an accomplished driver who owns multiple podiums. She launched Booshoot Technology, a successful biotechnology firm, from her garage in 1998. In 2019, she brought the first team of all-female drivers to the ISMA WeatherTech Sports Car Championship. I first met Jackie in a chance encounter at the airport when we both discovered that we were traveling with carry-on helmets, mine from the Blues and hers from her career as a driver. For this podcast, we spoke at my home i...2020-10-1554 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneConscious Capitalism, Giving Back, & The Spirit of An Entrepreneur - With David MeltzerShow Quote-  “You are worthy of everything you receive. So be kind to your future self and do good deeds. “About David Meltzer -David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing…VALUE. In...2020-10-0746 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneGratitude, Generosity and The Power of Routine with Tom PennThe High Performance Zone with John Foley Tom Penn is part owner of the LAFC an NBA executive, an ESPN analyst, an agent a lawyer and sits on the board at St Jude Children Research Hospital. He is previous general manager of the Portland Trailblazers and the Vancouver and Memphis Grizzlies. Tom recently launched a mask company. LAFC - https://www.lafc.com ESPN - ESPN-https://www.espn.com St. Judes Hospital https://www.stjude.org Wow...2020-10-0153 minThe High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneChallenging Yourself, Personal Mantras and Finding Your Summit with former NFL receiver Mark PattisonThe High Performance Zone with John FoleyChallenging Yourself, Personal Mantras and Finding Your Summit with former NFL receiver Mark PattisonMark Pattison is a former NFL wide receiver, a successful podcaster, and the SVP of Business Development at Sports Illustrated. He has climbed 6 of the world’s “7 summits” with Everest slated for 2021.Finding Your Summit Podcast: https://www.markpattisonnfl.com/finding-your-summit/Emilia’s Everest: https://www.markpattisonnfl.com/emilias-everest/Sports Illustrated: https://www.si.com/Topics Covered and What You Will...2020-09-281h 02The High Performance ZoneThe High Performance ZoneDriving Business Through A Win-Win Lens with Ian Lopitan Co-Founder of Spiritual GangsterDriving Business Through A Win-Win Lens with Ian Lopitan Ian Lopitan is the co-founder of Spiritual Gangster. A internationally renowned clothing line and global movement to help raise peoples lives into a more positive and uplifted space. 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