The Mark Manderson Show

Matt Higgins went from overdosing in a Hollywood alley to walking that same alley in a suit, trusted with the life of a billionaire's child. In this raw and powerful episode, Matt shares his journey from a small town in Oklahoma, to the Navy's combat search and rescue, to rock bottom on the streets of Skid Row — and how a breathwork session with Jeremy Jackson, a stranger named "Eyes," and a simpl...

In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, Mark sits down with Dr. Nahal Delpassand, a licensed psychologist based in Austin, Texas, with nearly a decade of experience in private practice. Dr. Delpassand shares her insight on emotional awareness, resilience, self-acceptance, chronic illness, infertility, disability, and what it really means to understand yourself on a deeper level. Her work is ro...

In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with JD Denham for a powerful conversation about addiction, sobriety, discipline, masculinity, faith, family, and rebuilding your life from the ground up. JD opens up about the moments that changed his life, the mindset shifts that helped him overcome addiction, and why discipline—not motivation—is the foundation for long-term success. We also...

What does it actually mean to lead your family well? In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with Tanner Wendell — family leadership coach and founder of Family Leader/FamilyOS — to break down what it takes to build a strong, structured, and intentional home. We talk about why most men unintentionally lead their families without a system, how to create clarity and direction at home,...

What does it actually take to operate at a high level in every area of life? In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with Steve Eckert — founder of OTD (Operate to Dominate) — to break down the real meaning of discipline and how it impacts your mindset, family, fitness, and business. We get into why most people struggle with consistency, how to eliminate excuses, and the systems Ste...

The Mark Manderson Show is a podcast built on the belief that growth rarely comes easy. Drawing from his deep background in recovery and human transformation, Mark sits down with experts, leaders, and individuals with powerful lived experience to unpack the moments that shape who we become. From mental health and resilience to performance, purpose, and personal reinvention, each conversation goes...