The New Man

Afraid to take risks? Afraid to admit you’re afraid? Greg Long nearly drowned surfing Cortes Bank and went Christmas shopping the next day. Recovering mentally and emotionally was a much more challenging ordeal. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2022/05/greg-long-big-wave-drowning-cortes-bank

If your current path is challenging or scary, does that mean you’re on the wrong path? How can we keep mental resistance from killing our confidence? And what does this have to do with Tripp’s wannabe rock star days? In today’s video we discuss how to beat mental resistance. We’ll learn some basic steps to overcome self doubt and do what truly matters. In this video: Tripp’s wannabe rock star days...

What if our ego is not the enemy? What if trying to kill our ego is killing our peace of mind? And what does this have to do with Peacemaker, Team America, and goofy superheroes? In this video, we explore the flawed belief that “killing the ego” is the pathway to inner peace. We’ll also explore a very accessible way to build inner alliances instead. Click here for my interview with Dr. Richard Sch...

Professional racing driver, David Perel shares his startup founder mindset, developing a new business during Covid, and living his dream to race at Le Mans. How his startup went into high gear when sim racing exploded while the world shut down. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2022/03/startup-founder-mindset-david-perel

Do you ever get burned out striving for more, more, more? Do you ever find yourself comparing yourself or your accomplishments to others? And what can we learn from the GOAT of professional surfing — Kelly Slater — about motivation and healthy competition? In this short video, we explore the shadow side of our competitive nature plus the 3 steps to using our competitive drive in a healthy way. In...

Do some people seem to have magical powers? Or do they just have a skill you may not have yet? And what does this have to do with a mysterious object found in a toilet? Today we discuss how magical thinking keeps us playing small and what we can do to build confidence and skill. In this video: - Putting people on a pedestal - How magical thinking keeps us in a victim mentality - Hiding under our m...

Do you have a gnawing feeling that you’re not “on track”? In this short video, I discuss the 3 step process that helps me and my coaching clients find clarity, alignment, and peace of mind. In this audio: - Why so many folks feel lost - Why I was terrified after selling my first company - Why waiting for the perfect plan is a trap - How does money impact a purposeful life? - Why procrastination is...

Have you ever wondered why some folks call me ‘cat squeeze’? Probably not, but we’re doing to talk about it anyway. Today we discuss outgrowing old identities, finding our aliveness, and why our need to be more productive might be more about who we are vs how much we can do. In this short video: - My cat’s constipation and my role in relieving him - Constantly busy but never feeling like you’ve do...

Are you and your main squeeze lovers or just roommates? Is being lovers a priority or an afterthought? And what puts the brakes on your sex life? Today Alyson and I talk about the roles we play in our relationships — being roommates, business partners, co-parents, buddies — and how these roles kill our sex life. We also discuss ways to put our relationship problems into perspective so that we can...

My Wife Challenges Me to Go Big Do fears of going broke keep you playing small? Alyson and Tripp Lanier discuss how fear holds us back from what we truly want, why self leadership matters, and the difference between coaching and therapy. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/11/self-leadership-ifs

Do you fear your ambition? What's the opposite of imposter syndrome? Optimize/Heroic founder, Brian Johnson discusses ambition, assessing risk, and leading from our inner wisdom instead of our inner Johnny Knoxville (no offense Johnny). https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/11/brian-johnson-ambition

Sebastian Junger ("Freedom", "Tribe", "The Perfect Storm") discusses the benefits of danger, why we need to be willing to die for our group, and what he saw right before he died. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/10/sebastian-junger-freedom

What if avoiding conflict was the thing killing your relationship and sex life? Are you being fake with your partner because you’re afraid to tell the truth? And is it possible to end a relationship with peace of mind? Relationship School founder Jayson Gaddis returns to discuss his new book Getting to Zero. Today he and I explore how conflict — especially avoiding conflict — is killing the relati...

Richard Schwartz ("No Bad Parts") IFS founder discusses inner critics, our addiction to achievement, and why we don’t need to strive for an awakened life. #internalfamilysystems https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/09/richard-schwartz-no-bad-parts You don't have to settle. Click here to learn the same mindset principles that Tripp Lanier uses with his coaching clients — including Navy SEALs, exec...

Fighting with your wife — When you tell her she’s being ‘hormonal’ why does it typically erupt in flames? Why do heated conversations tend to spiral into infernos? And is it more important to win the fight or find a solution? How to put out fires w/your partner. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/09/fighting-with-your-wife

Adrian Grenier (Vincent Chase, HBO’s Entourage). Compared to Chase’s fantasy life, Adrian’s life had its share of ups and downs: his insatiable need to prove himself, the event that kicked his ass, and how he’s redefined himself since. @adriangrenier @ducontra2021 https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/08/adrian-grenier-investing You don't have to settle. Click here to learn the same mindset princi...

Rickson Gracie (Breathe: A Life in Flow). Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend opens up about becoming a spiritual warrior, the loss of his son, and finding comfort in hell. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/08/rickson-gracie-breathe-interview You don't have to settle. Click here to learn the same mindset principles that Tripp Lanier uses with his coaching clients — including Navy SEALs, executives, and...

If you speak the truth could you lose your career? Is there more to life than striving for something we don’t already have? Dr. Zubin Damania aka ZDogg MD aka Doc Vader on breaking the mold, playfulness, and waking up. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/08/zdoggmd-zubin-damania-interview You don't have to settle. Click here to learn the same mindset principles that Tripp Lanier uses with his co...

Does imposter syndrome make you feel like it’s all gonna come crashing down? Ever feel like it’s you against the world? We discuss pressure, perfectionism, and why we need to tune into our bigger selves to pull us out of hell. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/07/imposter-syndrome

How to Develop Anti-Fragile Confidence: Are you focused on what’s important or putting out fires? What does it mean to be ruthless with your focus? Optimize/Heroic CEO Brian Johnson on dealing with pressure, distractions, and developing anti-fragile confidence. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/07/brian-johnson-antifragile-confidence You don't have to settle. Click here to learn the same minds...

Steven Kotler (The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer) discusses peak performance, burn out, and goals. Whether you’re trying to change the world or just get through a lousy week — these are the keys to leveling up without burning out. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/06/steven-kotler-art-of-impossible

What if Surrender is the Opposite of Defeat? What if your goals are rooted in lies and wounds? Kute Blackson (The Magic of Surrender) discusses what’s beyond our anxious, fearful need to hustle, force, and control everything. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/06/kute-blackson-surrender

Shana James (Power and Pleasure) discusses what to do if your partner gives you a hard time because you want more sex, why we feel guilty for wanting fun outside of family and work, plus what we can do to avoid becoming grumpy old men. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/05/shana-james-power-pleasure

What if your perspective on the world — instead of the world itself — was holding you back? Why do psychedelics have such a lasting impact when combined with therapy? Dr. Will Van Derveer on pros and cons of psychedelic-assisted therapy. https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2021/05/psychedelic-assisted-therapy "This Book Will Make You Dangerous" is a swift kick in the ass that will make you laugh out...

Is it dangerous to believe in god or something bigger than yourself? What do Mars colonization, cults, and the pursuit of heavenly salvation have in common? And why are so many of us feeling spiritually lost? Jamie Wheal is the co-author of Stealing Fire and the executive director of the Flow Genome Project. He’s returned to discuss his latest book, Recapture the Rapture. Today we talk about the w...