What happens when a man who’s spent his life running into burning buildings, defusing bombs, and teaching gymnastics around the world realizes the one thing he can’t control is the fire inside him?

In this episode of Authenticity in Action, I sit down with Jeff Tucker—better known simply as “Tucker” in the CrossFit world—for a conversation that blew me away. This isn’t a surface-level chat about mindset or movement. It’s a full-body, full-soul unraveling of what happens when the man who's always had the answers finally admits… he doesn’t.

Tucker shares his journey from respected coach and first responder to someone wrestling with anger, trauma, and the silent weight of a life lived in service to everyone but himself. And then—how plant-based medicine cracked him open in the most unexpected, humbling, and transformative ways.

We dive into:

• Why psychedelics (like psilocybin and DMT) weren’t an escape, but a reckoning
• What PTSD and grief really look like in men trained to suppress them
• The surprising truth about ego, vulnerability, and why strength looks different now
• How Tucker is rebuilding himself, one brutally honest step at a time

This conversation is raw, layered, and exactly the kind of honest reflection I created this podcast for. If you’ve ever hit a wall in your own growth, questioned your identity, or carried pain you never gave yourself permission to name—this one will meet you there.

It's not about being fixed. It’s about getting real. And Tucker? He brought it all.

👉 Hit follow. Hit play. Then maybe hit replay.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Sam

https://www.instagram.com/jeff_r_tucker

What happens when the image you've built as a coach, a leader, or even a father starts to crack—and you're finally brave enough to look underneath? In this raw and deeply human episode, I sit down with long-time friend and fellow coach Sam Burns for a no-bullshit conversation about authenticity, fatherhood, recovery, and the identities we cling to just to feel worthy.

We talk about what it means to shed the “Super Coach” persona, how parenting can expose every crack in your emotional armour, and why authenticity isn’t just a warm fuzzy word—it’s a daily reckoning.

Sam opens up about his journey through addiction and recovery, how it forced him to confront the false selves he wore, and how choosing honesty—especially when it’s uncomfortable—became the foundation for a better life, not just for him, but for his family too.

This one isn’t about pretending we’ve got it figured out. It’s about what happens when we finally stop performing, stop fighting, and start choosing alignment over approval.

If you’ve ever wrestled with your identity, struggled to let go of a role that defined you, or wondered what real strength actually looks like—this episode is for you.

👉 Hit follow. Hit play. Then maybe hit replay.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Sam

https://www.instagram.com/coachsamburns

You think you’re being real—but are you really?

In this conversation with the extraordinary Sue Willoughby, we dig into what authenticity actually looks like when you stop performing and start paying attention. Sue works in a powerful, unconventional space—coaching that involves horses. Not riding them. Not leading them. Just being with them—and letting them mirror the truth you’re too busy (or scared) to face.

We talk about midlife identity, letting go of the life you built just to please others, and what it takes to finally stop lying to yourself.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this it?” or “Why do I still feel so lost even when I’ve done everything right?”—this one will hit you right between the ribs.

👉 Hit follow. Hit play. Then maybe hit replay.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Sue

https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby

https://www.willoughbycoaching.com

https://stan.store/sue_willoughby

What happens when you chase every accolade, crush every goal, and still feel like something's missing?

In this powerful episode of the Authenticity in Action Podcast, I sit down with Cristina Anderson—Level 4 CrossFit coach, seminar staff member, and single mum of two—who’s not just at the top of her coaching game, but deep in the trenches of self-discovery.

We unpack the pressure to perform, what it's really like being a larger-bodied coach in an aesthetics-obsessed industry, and why Crristina walked away from 14,000 Instagram followers to find herself again. From gym floor pep talks to raw parenting moments, this is a conversation that’s as honest as it is inspiring.

If you’ve ever felt like you were hiding behind your achievements, stuck in someone else’s idea of “success,” or just wondering who the hell you are without your titles—this one will hit home.

🎧 Listen in for:

• Why Cristina stripped her identity back to the studs
• The mental cost of chasing external validation
• Rewriting what strength looks like—as a coach, a mum, and a human
• And how imperfection might just be your superpower

This episode is a love letter to messy middle seasons, real growth, and the courage it takes to come home to yourself.

👉 Hit follow. Hit play. Then maybe hit replay.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Cristina

www.instagram.com/coach.cristinaadnerson

What happens when your entire identity is built on performance—and then the platform disappears? In this raw, revealing episode of Authenticity In Action, I sit down with Mike Giardina, longtime CrossFit educator, athlete, and health advocate, to talk about the messy, beautiful work of coming home to yourself.

We explore how psychedelics helped him move through grief, fear, and ego to rediscover his essence—and what it means to act in alignment with that truth. Mike shares the danger of tying self-worth to status, the power of doing nothing, and how social media can make us strangers to ourselves.

This is a conversation about what happens after the breakdown, and why authenticity isn't something you say—it's something you live. Buckle up. This one’s soul-level.

Why you should listen:

• Learn what it really means to live in alignment (hint: it’s not sexy, but it’s freeing)
• Hear how psychedelics helped Mike process grief and reconnect to self
• Understand the trap of tying your worth to your role, title, or performance
• Discover what sits on the other side of fear—and how to access it

Warning: This episode may challenge your assumptions and invite you to do the one thing you've been avoiding—sit with yourself.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Authenticity is the new currency — but it’s not for the faint-hearted.

In this jam-packed episode, I sit down with Christine Blosdale — 5x bestselling author, branding expert, and unapologetic authenticity coach — for a no-fluff conversation about what it really means to show up real in a world obsessed with fake perfection.

We go deep on:

• How to build a brand that actually feels authentic, not just looks the part.
• Why trust is the real flex — and how to earn it without selling your soul.
• The gritty truth about being vulnerable as an entrepreneur (spoiler: it’s messy AND magnetic).
• How surviving betrayal and broken trust can make you a better coach, leader, and human.
• Practical steps to align your message and your mission without losing yourself to TikTok trends or “shoulds.”
  

Whether you're a solopreneur trying to build something real, a coach navigating the fine line between professionalism and personality, or just someone tired of curated bullshit online — this episode will leave you fired up, seen, and ready to trust yourself a little more.

A must-listen if you're ready to stop performing and start connecting.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Christine

https://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.com

https://www.instagram.com/christineblosdale

https://www.tiktok.com/@christineblosdale.com

www.youtube.com/@ChristineBlosdale

In the first-ever guest episode of Authenticity in Action, I sit down with CrossFit OG, coach of coaches, father, husband, and deep thinker Pat Barber. And we don’t just talk sets, reps, and whiteboard briefings — we go all in on the real stuff: what authenticity really looks like (hint: it’s messy), why coaches often miss the mark by trying to prove instead of connect, how fatherhood can crack you wide open, and why doing your own inner work is non-negotiable if you want to lead others.

This one’s honest, raw, vulnerable, and full of the kind of reflections that stay with you long after the headphones come off. Pat drops wisdom on identity, masculinity, self-trust, and the magic of showing up without the mask. If you’ve ever felt like you had to keep it together while falling apart inside — this one’s for you.

Subscribe, share, and strap in. This one hits deep.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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Connect with Pat!

https://linktr.ee/coachpatbarber

https://www.instagram.com/coachpatbarber

https://www.instagram.com/coachesdevelopment

https://www.instagram.com/thefathersguild 

Welcome to the very first episode of Authenticity in Action—the podcast that doesn’t just talk about authenticity, but lives it, breathes it, and sometimes ugly cries through it. In this raw and real kickoff, bestselling author, coach, and late bloomer Lisa Kirkman (that’s me!) sets the tone for what’s to come: no highlight reels, no polished perfection, no toxic positivity.

This is for the ones who’ve masked, moulded, and shrunk themselves to fit in—and are finally ready to break the script. I’m sharing why I created this show, what it really means to live your truth (even when it costs you), and what you can expect from the badass humans who’ll be joining me on this journey.

From quiet courage to bold boundary-setting, we’re flipping the table on what authenticity looks like—and inviting you to do the same. So if you’ve ever felt like you were performing your life instead of living it… this one’s for you.

Because authenticity isn’t just a vibe.
It’s a f*cking verb.

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