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In this inspiring episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with school principal and viral motivator Zac Bowermaster. Zac shares how a personal battle with anxiety and depression reshaped his approach to leadership, connection, and community. From fist bumps in the hallways to “Protein with the Principal,” Zac’s story is packed with lessons on empathy, resilience, and building a culture where everyone feels seen.
They also dive into work-life rhythm, overcoming obsessive tendencies, and why small, consistent habits matter more than lofty one-time goals. A heartfelt, practical conversation that will leave you motivated to lead with purpose.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Welcome & Boy Meets World nostalgia
02:59 Zac’s first-day-of-school perspective shift
04:29 Viral videos and the power of small moments
09:05 Battling anxiety, depression, and learning to open up
12:22 Sharing stories to connect and heal
19:05 Embracing challenges as part of life’s rhythm
22:45 Living day by day & morning habits
26:16 Balancing health goals with family life
34:41 Helping kids develop healthy habits
40:50 Positivity that resonates
44:44 Finding support after achieving big goals
48:37 Small habits toward big ambitions
50:13 Closing thoughts & gratitude
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In this inspiring episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with school principal and viral motivator Zac Bowermaster. Zac shares how a personal battle with anxiety and depression reshaped his approach to leadership, connection, and community. From fist bumps in the hallways to “Protein with the Principal,” Zac’s story is packed with lessons on empathy, resilience, and building a culture where everyone feels seen.
They also dive into work-life rhythm, overcoming obsessive tendencies, and why small, consistent habits matter more than lofty one-time goals. A heartfelt, practical conversation that will leave you motivated to lead with purpose.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Welcome & Boy Meets World nostalgia
02:59 Zac’s first-day-of-school perspective shift
04:29 Viral videos and the power of small moments
09:05 Battling anxiety, depression, and learning to open up
12:22 Sharing stories to connect and heal
19:05 Embracing challenges as part of life’s rhythm
22:45 Living day by day & morning habits
26:16 Balancing health goals with family life
34:41 Helping kids develop healthy habits
40:50 Positivity that resonates
44:44 Finding support after achieving big goals
48:37 Small habits toward big ambitions
50:13 Closing thoughts & gratitude
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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