On this compilation episode of On the X, health and performance experts share their top insights on nutrition, movement, and overall wellness. Cheryl Zonkowski, dietitian and founder of Catalyzt Nutrition, covers three common nutrition mistakes and how to avoid them. Rob Wilson, Human Performance Specialist, offers practical ways to incorporate activity into daily life. Tony Horton, creator of P90X and Power Nation, explores how environment, behavior, and genetics shape health and longevity.

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On today’s episode, Chris sits down with David Rogier, founder and CEO of MasterClass, to explore how a personal family story sparked a global movement in education. Inspired by his grandmother, a Holocaust survivor, David set out to make world-class expertise accessible to everyone. From tennis legend Serena Williams to acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese, MasterClass combines storytelling and cinematic production to transform how people learn.

David shares the journey of launching MasterClass in 2015, the platform’s impact on millions of learners worldwide, and its latest venture: a certificate program in partnership with the Navy SEAL Foundation.

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In this episode of Mind Matters, a mental health-focused series within On the X, Chris welcomes back readjustment counselor Jeff Widenhofer to explore the importance of emotional connection and communication in our relationships. They dive into the barriers that prevent people from sharing their feelings, the value of support systems, and the role vulnerability plays in fostering meaningful connections.

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On today’s episode, Chris sits down with former Navy SEAL officer Sean Glass to trace his journey from combat deployments to civilian leadership. Sean reflects on his service from 2008 to 2020, including operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Eastern Africa, with a focus on village stability missions and the counter-ISIS offensive in Mosul.

He shares the challenges of balancing life in the SEAL Teams with family responsibilities, as well as the lessons he carried into his civilian career as a startup executive, co-founder of Primal Beef Company, and now a leadership instructor with Echelon Front. At the core of his perspective is the belief that being relational and building trust are the most important aspects of leadership, whether in combat, business, or everyday life.

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This special compilation episode features Chris in conversation with entrepreneurs who have built businesses, teams, and ideas from the ground up. Dan Martell explains his Buy Back Loop and how it helps entrepreneurs reclaim time and grow more effectively. Jack Daly and Randy Hetrick walk through their experience buying TRX out of bankruptcy and the first steps they took to revive the brand. Bear Handlon, CEO and co-founder of Born Primitive, discusses how he founded his company while on active duty and the importance of charitable partnerships in its growth. James Kerr, author of Legacy, closes by sharing lessons from the All Blacks rugby team on leadership, culture, and building organizations that last.

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On today’s episode, Chris Irwin talks with Pat Flynn about how losing his job as an architect became a turning point in his career. Pat explains how the experience pushed him to focus on Lean Learning, a method for learning the right skills at the right time. He discusses the steps he took to build new ventures, the role of mentorship and community in his growth, and how adapting quickly helped him succeed. Pat also shares examples from his experiences, including building a YouTube channel, creating Smart Passive Income, and applying Lean Learning to different areas of his work.

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On this episode, Chris talks with Marcus and Amber Capone about their journey from military service to advocating for psychedelic therapies in veteran care. Marcus, a former Navy SEAL with multiple combat deployments, shares the emotional struggles he faced after leaving the military and why traditional treatments fell short. Amber, co-founder of VETS (Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions), explains how their nonprofit helps veterans access therapies like Ibogaine and the importance of community support and medical oversight. Together, they discuss the risks, challenges, and promising future of psychedelics in addressing PTSD, depression, and trauma.

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 In this episode of Mind Matters, a mental health-focused series within On the X, Chris welcomes back readjustment counselor Jeff Widenhofer for a candid conversation about PTSD.

They examine the DSM-5 criteria for diagnosis, the ways trauma manifests, whether experienced directly or indirectly, and how overwhelming emotional states can disrupt daily life and relationships. The conversation highlights the instinctual human drive to avoid pain, the challenges of connection and communication, and the importance of normalizing PTSD to reduce stigma.

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In this special compilation, Chris revisits conversations with guests who each experienced a pivotal mindset shift that changed their path.

Mat Fraser, five-time CrossFit Games champion, shares how a tough loss reshaped his perspective and introduced gratitude into his approach to competition.

Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr, six-time CrossFit Games champion and Olympian, reflects on the mental resilience that carried her when her body reached its limits.

Joshua Fields Millburn, author and co-founder of The Minimalists, explains how letting go of excess created space for what mattered most.

Remi Adeleke, former Navy SEAL, actor, and author, describes how being dropped from SEAL training became the starting point for rebuilding himself from the ground up. Together, these stories illustrate how perspective can drive lasting change.

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On today’s episode, Chris sits down with Randy Hetrick, former Navy SEAL and founder of TRX, and Jack Daly, CEO of TRX. They discuss Randy’s transition from military service to creating the TRX suspension trainer and the brand’s relaunch focused on digital content, trainer education, and community engagement. They cover the challenges of growing and maintaining the TRX brand and share insights from their entrepreneurial experience.

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