In the latest episode, Dr. Mark Crear sits down with Patty Hackett and Peggy Honore, the founders of SCV Golden Girls, to explore the essential role of financial education and security. The "Golden Girls" discuss their mission to help the "sandwich generation" navigate complex financial landscapes, including Medicare, life insurance, debt management, and estate planning. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proactive planning for final expenses and long-term care—particularly within minority communities—to replace reactive measures like GoFundMe with a sustainable financial roadmap that provides peace of mind for the entire family.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the latest episode, Dr. Mark Crear sits down with legendary Olympic long jumper and two-time world champion Larry Myricks to explore the intersection of athletic discipline and professional success. Larry shares his remarkable story of overcoming a career-threatening ankle injury at the 1976 Olympics, emphasizing how resilience and faith were key to his recovery and eventual return to the top of his sport. The discussion also provides a blueprint for navigating career transitions, highlighting the importance of preparing for a "second chapter" in business while still at the peak of one’s athletic craft.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the latest episode, Dr. Mark Crear welcomes a special guest—his daughter, Tamea Crear, a standout senior student-athlete and four-time CIF champion sprinter from West Ranch High School. The episode explores the practical application of the "In the Zone" methodology through the lens of a high-performing teenager, focusing on the discipline needed to balance rigorous academics with elite athletics. Tamea shares her personal routines for maintaining mental focus, including blocking out social media distractions, utilizing prayer for confidence, and adhering to strict physical recovery methods like ice baths. The conversation also offers a unique look at their coach-athlete and father-daughter dynamic, emphasizing the importance of professionalism, clear communication, and finding one's "why" to overcome defeat and stay resilient.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In this solo episode, Dr. Mark Crear explores confidence as the essential key to effective leadership and success, defining it not as arrogance, but as a quiet belief built through preparation, faith, and experience. He identifies critical "confidence killers" such as comparison, the fear of failure, and negative self-talk, explaining how these habits can derail even the most talented individuals. To combat these, Dr. Crear provides a five-pillar framework—character, competence, consistency, courage, and commitment—to help listeners cultivate a resilient mindset. Drawing on his own Olympic experience and recent sporting events, he emphasizes that true confidence is a byproduct of disciplined action and the "Five Ps": Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the latest episode, Dr. Mark Crear welcomes Bill Miranda, a prominent Santa Clarita leader, Air Force veteran, and author, to share his profound journey of overcoming a life-threatening medical crisis through faith. Bill recounts his harrowing experience of surviving a sudden stroke and a three-day coma, explaining how his spiritual foundation provided him with a renewed sense of purpose and deeper gratitude during a challenging two-year recovery period. The conversation highlights key insights from his new book, Faith That Burns Bright, and offers the encouraging reminder that "help is everywhere" for those facing their own personal, leadership, or spiritual hurdles.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the latest episode, Dr. Mark Crear sits down with Lieutenant Mike Politano and Captain Barclay from the Santa Clarita Sheriff's Station to discuss the vital role of maintaining a productive zone within law enforcement,. The conversation delves into the importance of servant leadership and emotional intelligence, highlighting how officers must navigate high-pressure situations with neutrality and respect for the community's constitutional rights. The guests also share their strategies for building resilience and preventing compassion fatigue, such as utilizing "reset" rituals to ensure they do not bring the stresses of the job home to their families. Finally, the episode emphasizes that consistent relationship-building and thorough preparation are the keys to staying calm and effective during crises like brush fires or public protests.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the latest episode of In The Zone, Dr. Mark Crear is joined by Oksana Kolesnikova, a world-class concert pianist, composer, and entrepreneur, to discuss the intersection of discipline, artistry, and business. Oksana recounts her journey of moving to the U.S. from Kazakhstan at age 16 with no English and eventually earning a full scholarship to Florida State University through relentless practice and dedication. She shares how the resilience built during her rigorous musical training now fuels her success in entrepreneurship and her mission to share inspiring stories through The Oksana Show. The conversation emphasizes the power of self-belief, the courage to take risks, and the necessity of structured discipline to balance professional ambitions with family life.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In this episode of "In The Zone", Dr. Mark Crear explores the profound impact of grief recovery in the workplace with guest Leah Sanders, an executive coach and former news producer. Leah introduces her unique "Return, Reframe, Reclaim" framework, designed to help high achievers navigate personal loss while maintaining their professional responsibilities. The discussion highlights the critical need for corporate leaders to foster psychological safety, especially as unresolved grief and mental health struggles cost businesses billions in lost productivity annually.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

Dr. Mark Crear is joined by Gloria Mercado-Fortine, a lifelong educator and community advocate, to explore the vital roles of leadership, education, and mental health. The discussion highlights the importance of servant leadership, where leading by example and serving others creates a "ripple effect" of positive change within organizations and the community. They also address the current mental health crisis facing youth and adults, emphasizing the need for community partnerships and accessible resources to support overall family well-being.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.

In the sixth episode of the In The Zone podcast, Dr. Mark Crear welcomes Pastor Julius Harper, the Senior Pastor of Santa Clarita Christian Fellowship, to discuss the intersection of faith, leadership, and community. This episode explores how spiritual grounding serves as a vital component of the "In The Zone" methodology, particularly through what Dr. Crear calls the "Three Fs": Faith, Focus, and Forgiveness.

The race is not given to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but to those who endure to the end.