Alex Perry On Fire

From washing dishes at 13 to leading 125,000 employees as CEO of Brinker International, Doug Brooks shares his remarkable journey and the three phases of a successful life: learning, earning, and returning. In this powerful conversation, Doug reveals how losing his father at age 7 shaped his leadership style, why respect is the foundation of great leadership, and how a life-changing accident led h...

Eight months after our first conversation, Aaron Lazarreturns to share how he's found peace living with ALS through spiritual surrender rather than fighting. We discuss his journey from Broadway actor chasing external success to discovering that miracles happen when you stop pushing and start flowing with life. Aaron reveals there are now 63 documented ALS reversals, his new AI research projec...

What does it mean to be 'in flow' versus 'on fire'? AlexPerry breaks down the difference and shares why flow is the ultimate goal for sustainable success and happiness. This Q&A episode delivers practical answers about finding work-life balance, letting go of control, breaking freefrom people-pleasing, and navigating career transitions without losing yourself. Learn Alex's powerful technique f...

Five months into parenthood, Andrew Welker and Bri Forrest are still figuring it out. In this episode of Alex Perry on Fire, they reveal how having baby Goldie changed absolutely everything about their relationship, their identities, and their daily lives. From feeling lonely at their own ranch to questioning who they are now as parents, they share the mental health struggles and exhaustion that n...

What nobody tells you about personal growth: the real work often begins after your breakthrough. In this deeply personal episode, Elliott Perry discusses his post-Ayahuasca integration challenges, the difficulty of maintaining stability while seeking growth, and why feeling "good enough" can be harder than pushing through crisis. We explore the paradox of slowing down, moving from external to inte...

The Alex Perry on Fire podcast is back and Alex returnswith brutal honesty about why he needed a break. Instead of only beaches and relaxation, his summer became an intense journey of breaking 20-year patterns, learning to slow down from "Ferrari speed," and rebuilding after burnout. This vulnerable comeback episode explores what happens when personal growth feels harder than any work yo...

After a year of intensive therapy and inner work, Elliott Perry shares his profound transformation from anxiety-driven success to authentic happiness. He reveals how weekly therapy sessions slowly chipped away at decades of suppressed emotions and childhood programming, leading to a recent experience in Costa Rica that showed him what life looks like beyond ego.   Elliott discusses the death of hi...

One year - countless stories of resilience. In this special anniversary episode of Alex Perry on Fire, Alex opens up about the "river below the river"—those hidden struggles we all carry but never share, and why his twin brother Elliott's journey from rock bottom to finding light changed everything for their family. After a year of raw conversations, Alex has learned that everyone is...

Elisabeth Jordan, founder and CEO of The Human Impact, shares her powerful transformation from losing her dream job in entertainment to finding purpose through 12 years of street ministry. In this vulnerable conversation, she reveals how an identity crisis led her from Dallas's Park Cities to building genuine friendships with people experiencing homelessness. Learn why she calls them "fri...

In this heartfelt episode, Alex Perry sits down with hislongtime employee turned friend, Antero Rojas, to discuss the immigrant experience in America. From starting work at age 8 in rural Mexico to facing deportation despite having American children, Antero's story highlights both the struggles and triumphs of Latino immigrants. Learn how his unwavering positive attitude, work ethic, and passi...

After generations of emotional distance, the Perry familyshares their vulnerable journey from silence to openly expressing love. Join the twins, Alex and Elliott Perry, as they sit down with their parents, David and Josephine, to explore how their family dynamics evolved. Together they discuss childhood memories, family patterns, marriage challenges, and the power of three simple words that change...

Three days after giving birth, Wren Homesy's life changed forever when a brain hemorrhage and stroke nearly took her life. Listen as she recounts her extraordinary journey from hospital bed to recovery, and the powerful lessons about love, presence, and purpose she discovered along the way. Wren discusses the challenging rehabilitation process and how her support system became her lifeline dur...

24-year-old extreme athlete Reagan Popoff opens up about turning cliff jumping into a spiritual practice and lifestyle. Explore how faith fuels his fearless approach to 80-foot drops, his unconventional 'worst in the room' philosophy for accelerated growth, and why talking to strangers on planes completely transformed his life. Reagan shares intimate details about overcoming fear, maintain...

Dive into the career of Jodi Kahn, who transformed her childhood passion into a remarkable 17-year journey at luxury retail giant Neiman Marcus. Jodi pulls back the curtain on Fashion Week's influence, revealing the fascinating six-month journey from runway to retail. Learn how resilience through the 2008 recession and nine different roles—from human resources to buying—shaped her success over...

In this riveting episode, a former Navy fighter pilot shares his extraordinary journey from flying F-18 fighter jets at speeds exceeding 1.4 Mach (~1,200 mph) to navigating life after military service. Discover the intense training required to become an elite aviator, including aircraft carrier landings. Hear firsthand accounts of pulling 7G forces, flying with the prestigious Blue Angels, and the...

Join Alex Perry for an intimate conversation with CourtneyKerr Noonan, an OG influencer who built her brand before Instagram existed. From her Bravo TV beginnings to becoming a fashion authority, Courtney reveals how content creation has evolved from digital cameras and Tumblr to today's sophisticated marketing landscape. She shares candid insights on balancing her public persona with private...

Chef and entrepreneur Franchesca Nor discusses her mission to transform food access through her restaurant Dive Coastal Cuisine and community initiative DiveDWN Future Farm. She shares insights on identifying quality ingredients, from wild-caught salmon to naturally raised chicken, and explains why many common health issues might be linked to processed foods and agricultural chemicals like glyphos...

Dubem shares his remarkable story of leaving Nigeria at 19 and building a life in Dallas over the past decade. This episode explores how his concept of "home" evolved from a physical place to a state of being where he can authentically express himself. Through grief, cultural adjustment, and spiritual seeking, Dubem found that home isn't necessarily where you were born, but where you can live purp...

A deep dive into how Colt Knost successfully pivoted from professional golf to becoming one of golf's most prominent media personalities. After winning the U.S. Amateur and U.S. Public Links in the same year, Knost had a solid PGA Tour career before injuries led him to explore broadcasting opportunities. His natural ability to connect with players and authentic approach to commentary quickly made...

In this unique episode, we bring together two sets of twin brothers - Alex and Elliott Perry host Jonathan and Rob Rosenberg - for an intimate discussion about the special bond between twins. Through games, stories, and candid conversation, they explore how their twin relationships have shaped their lives, from navigating childhood moves to building successful businesses. The brothers discuss the...

Grammy Award Nominated artist, tv & film actor, and Broadway star, Aaron Lazar shares his extraordinary journey of transforming an ALS diagnosis into a mission of hope and healing. With raw honesty, he reveals how facing mortality led him to discover profound truths about consciousness, self-worth, and the power of belief. Through his story of refusing to accept limitations, Lazar demonstrates...

In this heartfelt conversation, Alex Snodgrass, founder of The Defined Dish and bestselling cookbook author, opens up about what success truly means beyond the metrics of social media followers and book sales. From her surprising transition out of real estate to finding her purpose through food blogging, Alex shares how she built a thriving business while staying true to her core values. She candi...

Top neurosurgeon Dr. Nimesh Patel reveals why emotional intelligence, not technical expertise, is the true key to medical excellence. From his humble beginnings to becoming one of the country's leading brain surgeons, Dr. Patel shares how developing EQ transforms both patient care and personal growth. Learn why this neurosurgeon focuses on understanding a patients heart just as much as their mind....

In this powerful conclusion to our New Year's series, Alex Perry welcomes back two pivotal figures in his life: Andrew Welker, the cowboy turned father-to-be, and Elliott Perry, Alex’s twin brother charting a new path forward. Through intimate conversations about impending fatherhood and hard-won healing, they explore how trading worry rocks for trust rocks and embracing life's surprises can lead...

In Part II of our New Year's special, we dive deep with two fascinating guests navigating major life transitions. Kyle Towb returns to share his journey from people-pleasing to authentic living, exploring the delicate balance between spiritual growth and creative expression. Then, former professional golfer Martin Flores opens up about trading tour life for family time, revealing the challenges an...