A great interview with a man who is refusing to accept mediocrity in the world. A man that lives by a simple mantra of: "The man at the top of the mountain did not fall there."
Scott Ragsdale is an inspirational human being who runs the highly successful Naseba organization but outside of this continues to challenge the norms of life and is every seeking ch ... Show More
Mar 27
#1007: The InnerFight Coaches: Part 1
Training programs can be effective, but real life doesn’t always follow a plan.In this episode, Marcus opens up the conversation around the role of coaching in a world full of structured programs, using real-life examples to highlight how unpredictable life can be.This also marks ... Show More
35m 28s
Mar 12
#1006: Systems, standards and great coaching.
What actually makes a great coach?In this episode, Marcus Smith explores the qualities that define great coaching and why the most valuable thing a coach can offer an human isn’t motivation or encouragement, but honesty.Marcus reflects on the foundations of strong coaching relati ... Show More
49m 17s
Mar 5
#1005: What actually makes a good week?
In Episode 1005, Marcus reflects on a phrase he has said hundreds of times on the show: “I hope you had a good week.”But what actually makes a week good?Marcus explores why judging weeks purely on emotion can be misleading and why progress in life, work, and training rarely happe ... Show More
38m 6s
Jun 2025
Letting Go of Perfection: The Power of Process, Presence & Planning with Eliud Kipchoge #567
When life doesn’t unfold the way we hoped, it can be tempting to see that as failure. But what if it was those moments that actually shape us the most? This week, I’m delighted to welcome Eliud Kipchoge back to the show for a second incredible conversation - recorded just days af ... Show More
1h 40m
Mar 2025
114: Life as a Full-Time Athlete with Dan Churchill
Performance chef. Hybrid athlete. Dan Churchill is back in town and on the mic.In this episode, Dan unpacks his evolution — from running restaurants to chasing world-class athletic goals. We dive deep into what it really takes to train hard, eat with purpose, sleep for recovery, ... Show More
1h 37m
Oct 2020
Marcus Smith on Mental Strength
<p>Marcus Smith is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, extreme athlete, and coach.</p>
<p>With a competitive sporting background, fitness has always played a role in Marcus’ life. He played professional rugby from the age of 18, before retiring after the 2009 Rugby Sevens Worl ... Show More
41m 11s
Aug 2024
Ross Edgley Is A Human Poseidon: Lessons From The World’s Longest Non-Stop Swim
Ross Edgley is a world-renowned extreme adventurer, author, and the star of National Geographic’s “Shark vs. Ross Edgley” This conversation explores Ross’s superhuman feats of endurance, including his recent 510km non-stop swim down the Yukon River. We discuss his unique physiolo ... Show More
1h 55m
Oct 2025
How to Build Inner Strength, Stay Grounded and Keep Going Through Life’s Challenges with Sifan Hassan #584
It’s easy to be inspired by success, but the real lessons often lie in what it took to get there. After all, true strength isn’t just physical; it’s found in how we face change, challenge and the unknown. In this episode of my Feel Better, Live More podcast, I sit down with one o ... Show More
1h 23m
Aug 2022
Colin O’Brady: New York Times Best Selling Author, Record Breaking Explorer
Colin O’Brady, who completed the world's first solo, unsupported, and completely human-powered crossing of Antarctica, is speaking with Ethan about his new book The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life. Colin talks about how to utilize d ... Show More
1h 19m
May 2025
2963: The Difference Between Inspiration and Motivation by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness
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Episode 2963:
Steve Kamb highlights the vital difference between fleeting motivation and lasting inspiration, showing how true pr ... Show More
7m 45s
Oct 2025
Koon Rijjeil Ep18: Endurance Training—Shaping the Modern Man
🎶 From music stardom to shipping companies and conquering an Ironman competition, the journey is never easy! Join us as we sit down with Hisham Yahyai, host of the High Performance Podcast, to explore the trials and triumphs that have defined him as a man. 💪 In this episode, we ... Show More
1h 21m