The Primed Mind Podcast

Dr. Amy Killen is an anti-aging and regenerative medicine physician specializing in "Sex and Skin."  As an ER doctor with three young children at home (including twins!), and a husband working out of state, she found herself in a state of chronic stress.   After noticing similar stress patterns in her patients, she decided to pivot her practice to focus on performance, anti-aging, and longevity. ...

The Primed Mind Podcast, including any references, guest statements, links, or other knowledge resources, is for informational purposes only. This podcast does not provide any medical or professional advice. Please speak to your doctor before starting any new fitness or diet routine or before consuming any supplements.  Shawn Wells, known as the Ingredientologist, has formulated over 500 supplemen...

Michael Cazayoux's story begins with overcoming significant substance abuse issues, starting at a very young age. Since then, he's gone on to win the CrossFit team games two years in a row, build a large podcast, and run an incredibly successful nutrition coaching company. His most recent project is called Soul Searching Adventure, where he takes men on backpacking excursions and creates a transfo...

Have you ever been told it's not polite to talk about money? From a young age, most of us are taught to avoid tough conversations around money and quickly develop limiting beliefs and misconceptions about finances that dramatically reduce our potential to generate wealth.  Brie Sodano is a personal finance expert who's looking to change all of that. After hearing every limiting belief there is in...

At just 14 years old, Jason Koonce already started his first business, buying and selling sports cards. He'd often skip school and travel to card shows, searching for hidden gold in collections others were trying to offload. Now, he's one of the world's leading experts in one of the fastest-growing alternative investment markets in the world.  People used to think it was "cute" when Jason told the...

After leaving the military, Steven quickly climbed the corporate ladder, building a solid business reputation across Europe… He even wrote a bestselling book about his experience at war. But even with all of that external success, he still felt lost. After reaching a breaking point, Steven spent eight months at a monastery, rediscovered his identity, and created his purpose and meaning from the in...

After becoming a mom, two-time NPC Bodybuilding Champion Charlene started a business and spent less time at the gym—too busy for love or friendship. But when the stay-at-home order forced her to reconsider, she realized she had been depriving herself of human connection. Seeing opportunity in the global crisis, Charlene created Social Gym Club, an innovative platform for fitness-focused people to...

Tom Wang flunked out of three colleges because of poor grades. His friends thought he was a loser. His family thought he would fail. But Tom conquered the doubt and created his success on his own terms… After finally finishing his degree, he made it his goal to earn $100,000 in the first year—and he crushed it. Then, he discovered Amazon and built his first thriving business, which he exited in 20...

Could the poison from an Amazonian frog improve mental performance? With its centuries-long history of use in Peru and Brazil as a tool for hunting and healing, the ceremonial use of Kambo shows promise for mental, emotional, and physical health… But the scientific jury is still out on whether or not the effects are real and measurable. However, Jonathan Gold of Planet Kambo has experienced it him...

Eric Malzone dreamed of a life beyond the corporate sales grind… So, when his friend asked if he wanted to open a gym together, he jumped on the opportunity. Over the next decade, Eric grew successful brick-and-mortar businesses, cultivated his network, and followed through with his vision. He's built an empire for himself, and now he teaches others in his industry how to do the same. What does it...

Unlock your greatness on demand with the Primer Mind app.  What's it like to create something most people think is impossible?  Inspired by the $430,000 auction of the first AI artwork ever created, Ben Kovalis and his friend set out to turn this science fiction into reality—and make it affordable for everyone. Their company, Art AI Gallery, features one-of-a-kind artworks generated entirely by co...

Imagine for a moment—if you could access vast resources, what might you be able to accomplish? How quickly might your ideas become reality… if only you had the money? The good news is there's funding available, waiting to be invested. But how can you tap into it? In this episode, co-founder of Breather and Practice, and bestselling author, Julien Smith talks about how he unlocked the universe of v...

Devin Alvarez's road to success wasn't a straight shot. Disillusioned with military duty and deep into alcohol, he struggled to find meaning in life… In this episode, Devin Alvarez, CEO of Straight Hemp, shares how he transformed PTSD and anxiety into his greatest mission: helping others with plant-based products. Listen to Devin's story and get inspired. Click here to get the full show notes and...

Meet Ben Knegendorf, the unlikely businessman. As a full-time forklift operator in a Walmart distribution center, he dared to dream of a different life. A life free from the timeclock. A life where he could choose how to invest his energy and money. A life without limits and on his own terms. When he sold his side hustle for a year's salary at the warehouse, he realized he could kiss the old job g...

From calming your mind to healing your body to making you live longer… Can the breath really do all that? Science says the benefits are real! Bestselling author James Nestor traveled all over the world, collecting stories and working with researchers, to create his book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art . In this episode, he shares the transformative journey this writing project took him on, t...

How much faster could you make progress in your career or business if you had the opportunity to focus on only your highest-leverage and most enjoyable tasks?  In this episode, SEO expert, digital strategist, and serial entrepreneur Nick Eubanks talks about the freedom he gained by handing over the CEO title. After his business started to plateau, Nick realized he could better serve his company by...

In a world of lockdowns, isolation, and remote work, communication skills are more important than ever. Whether it's communicating with your team or catching up with friends and family, virtual spaces are where connection happens in today's world.  While this may feel like a massive shift, the principles of good communication stay the same.  It's not just what you say but how you say it with tone...

It doesn't matter where you come from, what your family is like, nor the circumstances you find yourself in today—you are absolutely capable of climbing your personal mountains. In this episode of the Primed Mind Podcast, David Shurna of No Barriers shares how you can break through and find purpose and strength, no matter what you've been through. No Barriers is a nonprofit organization which empo...

You've probably seen the flashy clips of stuntmen doing crazy jumps, but maybe you've never heard of the martial arts side of parkour. It's not just about showing off… In fact, parkour is incredibly challenging, both physically and mentally. It tests your knowledge of self. It builds confidence. And it teaches you to trust in your abilities. In this episode, long-time parkour trainer Matthew Barne...

Do you struggle with sleep? You won't want to miss this episode of the Primed Mind Podcast. When it comes to high performance, quality sleep is perhaps the most crucial component to your day-to-day success. Everyone knows that not getting enough of it drains your cognitive functions, your energy levels, and your health… But knowing facts isn't enough! Due to lifestyle habits of modern living, many...

Start Your Free 7-Day Trial Of Primed Mind Plus Alone on a stage with a mic in hand, all eyes on you—how do you perform? Lars Callieou, a 17-year veteran stand-up comedian who has been featured on stages in 25 different countries, has a lot of insights to share about being a high-performer.  In this episode, he reveals how he handles the pressure to perform, dealing with hecklers, and learning the...

Click Here To Enroll In John Assaraf's Free Brain-A-Thon Live This Saturday, November 14th It's easy to set a goal… But what does it take to make it reality? Most people struggle to get out of the wishing and wanting stage—what's holding them back? See, goal setting and action taking happen in two completely different parts of the brain… To bring them together, working in harmony towards your goal...

Fedor Holz may have retired from playing poker full time, but that doesn't mean he's been sitting on his hands… Over one weekend this past summer, Fedor scored over $2 million in online tournament wins, and he's been exploring his other passions in life, like coaching clients and building businesses. In fact, Fedor is the cofounder for Primed Mind, and we've got some exciting content in the works...

From piloting fighter jets in the highest level of the Navy to exiting the multimillion-dollar oil and gas company he built, Mike Brown shines as a high achiever. But after ticking all the boxes of accomplishment and still feeling empty inside, he realized he needed to give more meaning to his life than wins… In this episode, Mike reflects on his journey to find significance in self-acceptance, se...

What does it take to raise kids for a rapidly changing future world? Katie Wells, founder of Wellness Mama, joins me in this episode to talk about building her kids' education from the ground up. The sad reality is that the public school system hasn't changed much in the last hundred years—so is it really prepping our children for a successful future? Forget test taking. Ditch the grading system....