The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast

Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with world-class endurance athlete, firefighter, nonprofit founder, and keynote speaker Robyn Benincasa to unpack what truly separates great teams from the rest. Drawing from decades of extreme adventure racing, Robyn shares how elite teams win not by being the most talented, but by being the most committed to each other. She introduces her powerful TEAMWORK framework , r...

In Part 2 of this conversation, Michael Grandjean shares the emotional and psychological turning point that allowed him to rebuild his life and career after profound loss. From a raw moment of self-forgiveness in the mountains of Morocco to the daily discipline of “kicking the can,” Michael walks through the mindset shifts, rituals, and relentless patience required to climb out of depression, debt...

In this candid and powerful conversation, Michael Grandjean joins Dwayne Kerrigan to share the real story behind his rise, collapse, and rebuilding as an entrepreneur who led with heart—and paid a steep price for it. From early service as a volunteer firefighter and Navy corpsman to building a $25M remediation company, Michael reflects on the leadership blind spots that quietly dismantled his busi...

Part Two of the Best Of 2025 series brings together some of the most impactful leadership, mindset, and business insights shared on The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast this year. This curated collection highlights defining moments from seasoned executives, founders, and operators who have navigated growth, failure, succession, identity shifts, and reinvention at every stage of their careers. Across these...

This Best Of episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast brings together some of the most powerful, human, and perspective-shifting moments from recent conversations—highlighting the inner work that fuels resilience, fulfillment, and sustainable success. Across these standout clips, Dwayne and his guests explore the quiet transformations that happen beneath the surface: reframing everyday frustrations...

In this special Q&A leadership session, Dwayne Kerrigan brings forward one of his most personal and powerful teachings yet—an unfiltered look at problem-solving, decision-making, emotional mastery, strategic planning, and the rituals that shape high-performance leaders. Responding to 51 listener questions, Dwayne breaks down the “three pillars of progress,” the psychological layers of every pr...

In Part Two of this high-impact conversation, Dwayne continues his deep dive with global business strategist and Success Story Podcast host Scott Clary , who breaks down exactly why attention is the foundational currency of modern business — and why companies that fail to adapt will be overtaken by those who move quickly with media, content, and AI. Scott unpacks the psychology of why leaders resi...

In this conversation, Dwayne sits down with entrepreneur and creator Scott Clary, host of the Success Story Podcast with 30M+ downloads. Scott opens up about his unlikely path from a government-family upbringing to becoming a media-first entrepreneur, the early exposure that ignited his drive, and why curiosity and tenacity can outperform almost anything.  Scott walks through how small compan...

In Part 2 of this conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan and France Margaret Bélanger , President of Sports & Entertainment for the Montreal Canadiens , go deep into the personal side of leadership, discussing courage, conviction, and composure. France Margaret shares how calm strength and self-awareness guide her through high-stakes decisions, what she’s learned about emotional control in negotiation,...

In this episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast, France Margaret Bélanger, President of Sports and Entertainment for the Montreal Canadiens, shares her extraordinary journey from corporate law to leading one of Canada’s most iconic sports and entertainment organizations. France shares how she transitioned from a partner at Stikeman Elliott to the front office of the Canadiens, what she’s learned ab...

In Part 2 of his conversation with Dwayne Kerrigan, creative powerhouse Ron Tite dives deep into the execution side of belief-driven business. Ron breaks down how great companies find alignment with what they think, do, and say - and why most fail when they overthink, overreact, or chase the next shiny thing. This episode explores how to balance creativity with discipline, lead with integrity, and...

On this episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast, Dwayne is joined by Ron Tite - award-winning creative director, author, comedian, and founder of Church+State - for a conversation that unpacks the real meaning of purpose in business. Ron has spent decades helping global brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft align what they believe with how they grow. In this candid conversation, he explains wh...

In Part 2 of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast with Mara Dorne, the conversation goes beyond business and into the mindset that helped create her success. Mara opens up about living with anxiety, navigating “mom guilt”, and the personal sacrifices involved in becoming successful. Authenticity has been a major key for Mara, who has learned over time what it takes to thrive without losing yourself. Her tr...

Mara Dorne, self-made millionaire and top leader at a Fortune 500 subsidiary, joins The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast this week to share her insights and wisdom in all things business. Mara has built a remarkable career in a male-dominated industry. She made history when she exceeded $1 billion in sales before turning 40, so she knows a thing or two about the formula for success. In Part One of their di...

In Part 2 of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast with John Karpov , founder and CEO of Action Home Services , Dwayne and John go even deeper into the mindset and systems behind Action Home Services(AHS), a leading landscaping and exterior construction company serving Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. From almost losing his residency to scaling an $8M business while facing deportation, John shares how...

At just 17 years old, John Karpov immigrated alone from Kazakhstan to Canada, barely speaking English and with no safety net. When a scam wiped out his savings and left him contemplating suicide, one phone call saved his life, and set off a chain of events that would redefine what grit and perseverance look like. In this powerful conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with John to unpack how he w...

In Part 2 of this inspiring conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan sits down again with Jim Ritter , founder of Printed Farms and builder of the world’s largest 3D-printed building. Jim shares not only the technical and economic realities of 3D-printed housing but also the mindset shifts, calculated risks, and reinventions that have defined his remarkable journey. From navigating lawsuits and seizing uniqu...

In this episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast , Dwayne sits down with Jim Ritter , founder of Printed Farms and the man behind the world’s largest 3D-printed building . Jim’s story is one of relentless innovation—pivoting industries later in life, solving real-world housing problems, and challenging outdated construction methods with cutting-edge robotics and 3D printing technology. From the chal...

In this powerhouse second half of Dwayne Kerrigan’s conversation with Tod Melnyk, COO of Martell Media, the focus turns to the bold, disruptive goal of making 90% of their workflow AI-driven by the end of the year . Tod opens up about leadership transitions, the importance of shadowing for accelerated learning, and the framework behind their coaching programs that keep entrepreneurs accountable th...

In this episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast , Dwayne sits down with Tod Melnyk, COO of Martell Media . Martell Media is the powerhouse company behind bestselling author Dan Martell's high-impact content and coaching ecosystem. Together, Dwayne and Tod explore what it really takes to scale a business while staying true to culture and values. Tod shares his journey from the brewing indu...

In Part 2 of his inspiring conversation with Dwayne Kerrigan, Jason Castellan , Co-Founder & CEO of Skyline Group of Companies , goes beyond the growth story to share his philosophy on leadership, risk, and building a multi-generational business. Jason opens up about succession planning, why staying people-focused is Skyline’s greatest advantage, and how he balances growth with responsibility...

In this powerful first part of a two-part conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with longtime friend and business leader Jason Castellan , Co-Founder & CEO of Skyline Group of Companies . Jason shares how growing up in small-town Walkerton, Ontario, instilled humility, resilience, and a relentless work ethic that carried him from hockey rinks and hayfields to co-founding one of Canada’s most...

In this deeply personal second half of their conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan and Alvin Brown explore the power of unconditional love, the legacy of strong relationships, and how to face unimaginable loss with grace. Alvin shares the philosophies and daily disciplines that helped him navigate the devastating passing of his son, Cammie, after a courageous battle with cancer. From being a “lighthouse i...

In this powerful 100th episode, Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with long-time friend and high-performance coach Alvin Brown to explore the mindset, resilience, and relentless curiosity that transformed Alvin’s life. From his early days as a Jamaican immigrant living in poverty, to his evolution as an elite therapist for world-class athletes, Alvin shares the turning points, challenges, and mindset shif...

Four-time Olympian, two-time gold medalist, World Rugby Hall of Famer and high-performance coach Heather Moyse returns to The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast for a transformative conversation on sustainable success. In this energizing episode, Heather and Dwayne explore what it really means to thrive—from corporate burnout and high performance to the true essence of recovery, clarity, and fulfillment. Hea...