From rock bottom to Navy SEAL, and then to storytelling YouTube star from John Ballen to MrBallen, he reveals what it takes to reimagine your life's path
John Ballen, best known as MrBallen, is a former US Navy SEAL and founder of Ballen Studios. He is the host of the ‘MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories’ and author of the book ‘MrBallen P ... Show More
Mar 12
The Iran War Expert: I Simulated The Iran War for 20 Years. Here’s What Happens Next
White House war advisor ROBERT PAPE reveals why Trump is trapped in a war with Iran, the risk of a nuclear breakout, the role of China in the conflict, and how the US is losing control of the Middle East. Robert Pape is a renowned political scientist and director of the Chicago P ... Show More
1h 29m
Sep 2025
Why Navy SEALs Aren't Scared Like Everyone Else | Rich Diviney
Want ad-free episodes, exclusives and access to community Q&As? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.comIn this powerful episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with former Navy SEAL Commander and author, Rich Diviney, to break down what it takes to ... Show More
1h 18m
May 2025
#947 - Scott Barry Kaufman - How To Not Let Your Past Define You
Scott Barry Kaufman is a Psychologist at Columbia University, a writer and podcaster. Why is victim culture so common in the West? Everyone’s been hurt, so it’s easy to claim victimhood, so why has it become a core identity and how do we honour pain without being defined by it? E ... Show More
1h 17m
Apr 2025
Reinvent Yourself: How to Let Go of Past Mistakes and Create a New Version of You
<p>In this episode, you’ll learn how to let go of regret, overcome regret, let go of past mistakes, and step into a powerful new chapter. </p><p>Today, Mel is joined by one of the most powerful and honest voices of our time: Charlamagne Tha God. He’s a Radio Hall of Famer, a thre ... Show More
1h 24m
Sep 2023
030: Chadd Wright - A Lonely, Hopeless Life Is A Painful Death
<p>Today, I am honored to speak with Chadd Wright, a retired Navy SEAL turned elite ultra-runner who served his country on multiple deployments for over a decade. Chadd is a man full of wisdom and experience with an unrivaled passion for helping people become the absolute best ve ... Show More
1h 40m
Apr 2025
From Multi-Millionaire to Rock Bottom & Back | Dariush Soudi on Selling, Survival & the Gladiator
<p>What does it take to rise, fall, and rise again? In this powerful episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with Dariush Soudi—an Iranian-British entrepreneur and sales master whose journey defines the spirit of a true "Modern Day Gladiator." From owning multi-mill ... Show More
1h 6m