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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 79
Guesting Stephen Schrembeck

What if the next frontier of human connection isn’t less tech—but better tech?

In this mind-opening episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner sits down with Stephen Schrembeck, founder of Impossible Labs, to explore how we can redesign technology to deepen presence, amplify our humanity, and support mental well-being.

Stephen shares how his personal experience with ADHD and a lifetime of reflection sparked a movement to reimagine how we use tech—from minimalist wearable tools like Cognizant Threads to powerful mental models for focus, meditation, and emotional resilience. They dive deep into the philosophy of building from curiosity, the power of silence, dopamine rebalancing, and how to stay grounded while pursuing meaningful, ambitious goals.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, thinker, creative, or someone feeling overstimulated by modern life—this episode is a must-listen.

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🎯 What We Cover:
 • Why “less tech” isn’t the solution—but better tech is
 • How Stephen manages ADHD without distraction
 • The story behind Impossible Labs and designing for the edge
 • Tools for extending focus, attention, and presence
 • How meditation reshaped his mind (and why it matters more than meds)
 • Why boredom is actually the antidote to overstimulation
 • The chair test: can you sit in silence for 5 minutes?
 • How to create while staying unburdened by outcome
 • The duality of ambition and stillness—and how to hold both

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🔗 Connect with Stephen Schrembeck:
Website: https://impossiblelaboratories.beehiiv.com/p/restoring-our-agency-and-attention
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-schrembeck-85663113/

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Timestamps:
00:00 The Future of Human Connection
01:21 Exploring the Impossible
02:29 Technology and Human Experience
04:18 The Motivation Behind Innovation
06:24 Cognizant Threads: A Personal Solution
08:01 Managing Attention and Focus
10:54 The Balance of Structure and Freedom
12:39 The Power of Creating for Oneself
13:21 Reading and Learning: Fiction vs Nonfiction
16:05 The Importance of Empathy in Storytelling
18:54 Consciousness and Reflection
20:34 The Dark Side of Intelligence
22:52 Meditation and Inner Peace
23:07 The Transformative Power of Meditation
27:11 Finding Productivity Through Inner Peace
29:50 Overcoming Distractions and Embracing Stillness
32:16 The Balance of Pleasure and Pain
41:44 The Duality of Gratitude and Ambition
49:33 Gratitude for Existence

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

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🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 78

In this raw and reflective solo episode, Jack Wagoner records a late-night message just hours before leaving on a cross-country road trip—and only days after graduating high school.

It’s a moment suspended in time: everything feels the same, and yet everything is about to change. From letting go of childhood and buzzing off his beloved curls, to saying goodbye to the people who shaped him, Jack opens up about the beauty and sadness of transition, the fleeting feeling of big milestones, and what it means to truly trust life.

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🎯 Topics Covered:
 • Why reaching your biggest goals can feel… weird
 • The grief of growing up and moving on
 • Family, time, and the bittersweet nature of change
 • Letting go of identity (even the hair you loved)
 • How to hold gratitude and excitement at once
 • Learning to trust the unknown
 • Reflections on purpose, presence, and becoming

Timestamps:
00:00 The Fleeting Nature of Achievement
02:46 Embracing Change and New Beginnings
05:59 Gratitude and Reflection on Growth


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Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

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🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

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Stay grateful, stay hungry.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 77
Guesting Professor Justin Smith Ruiu

In this mind-expanding episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner sits down with philosopher and historian of ideas Justin E.H. Smith—author of The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is and creator of The Hinternet Substack.

Together, they dive into:
 • Why philosophy has been exiled from everyday life
 • How the internet distorts identity and consciousness
 • Whether AI can replicate human thought
 • What we lose when we let machines think for us
 • How to stay human in an increasingly algorithmic world

If you’re interested in technology, truth, or what it means to be human, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

🔗 Justin’s Substack – The Hinternet: https://www.the-hinternet.com/
📕 Justin’s Book – The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59173002-the-internet-is-not-what-you-think-it-is

#JustinEHSmit‪h #Philosophy #InternetCulture #DigitalIdentity #AI #Consciousness #TheGratefulPodcast #Hinternet

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Grateful Podcast
01:17 The Role of Philosophy in Contemporary Society
10:06 Philosophy's Place in Education and Society
16:21 The Economic Viability of Philosophy
24:16 Technology's Impact on Philosophy and Society
35:09 Optimism Amidst Chaos: The Future of Philosophy
35:20 The Importance of Reflection and Individual Philosophy
38:19 Technological Advances and Inequality
41:32 The Role of Humanistic Inquiry in a Tech-Driven World
44:19 Conformity vs. Individualism in Social Media
48:18 The Future of Identity and Technology
55:29 Gratitude and the Gift of Life
01:07:48 Introduction to Philosophy and the Guest
01:08:19 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

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🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

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Stay grateful, stay hungry.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 76
Monday Solo Episode

In this solo episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner shares a raw, late-night reflection on graduating high school and the whirlwind of emotions that come with it. From saying goodbye to lifelong friends to realizing that some relationships are meant to last—and some aren’t—Jack opens up about what it means to move forward.

He also shares a powerful insight from Stoicism: how chosen suffering prepares us for life’s unchosen hardships. This episode explores Jack’s evolving relationship with work, purpose, and the importance of consistency, even when life is full and energy is low. If you’re in a transitional season, this honest episode will speak directly to you.

🎓 Topics covered:
 • Letting go of people and places as life changes
 • Why some relationships are seasonal—and why that’s okay
 • The discipline of doing hard things consistently
 • What Stoicism teaches about inner peace
 • How podcasting cultivates daily gratitude
 • Why contribution matters more than perfection

Chapters:
00:00 Graduation Reflections
02:51 Embracing Life's Fleeting Nature
05:37 The Power of Stoicism and Chosen Suffering

📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

#GratefulPodcast #JackWagoner #GraduationReflection #Stoicism #ChosenStruggle #GratitudeMindset #PersonalGrowth #EndOfHighSchool #ConsistencyWins #SelfDevelopment

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

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🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 75
Guesting Steve Gamlin

Most people build their dreams based on someone else’s definition of success.
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner sits down with speaker, author, and visualization coach Steve Gamlin—a man who rebuilt his life from rock bottom and now teaches others how to see and live a life that aligns with their values.

Steve shares how he went from debt, divorce, and depression to joy, gratitude, and purpose—and how you can do it too. Whether you’ve made a vision board or feel stuck between who you are and who you want to be, this episode offers practical wisdom, deep stories, and a whole lot of humanity.

🎯 What We Cover:
•Why most people’s goals are built on ego, not alignment
•The 8 areas of life you should visualize (not just money)
•How to make vision boards that actually work
•Balancing ambition with gratitude
•How to keep going after grief and loss
•The ripple effect of small acts of kindness
•How to reframe negative thoughts with humor and humanity
•Why you’re planting either seeds or weeds every day

🔗 Connect with Steve Gamlin:
Website: https://stevegamlin.com/about/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegamlin/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegamlin/

🧠 If you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with someone who needs it or leave a rating—it helps the show grow and the message ripple outward.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Vision and Values
02:21 Steve's Life-Altering Moment
06:21 The Journey of Transformation
10:26 The Power of Visualization
14:41 Balancing Visualization and Action
20:44 The Illusion of Success
22:35 Fostering an Abundance Mindset
28:53 Finding Gratitude in Tough Times
31:26 Navigating Grief with Gratitude
34:09 Finding Light in Dark Times
36:00 The Language of Love and Remembrance
38:13 Managing Negative Emotions
42:27 The Ripple Effect of Kindness
45:18 Acts of Kindness: The Joy of Giving
52:28 Aligning Goals with Core Values
57:20 Planting Seeds for the Future

📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

⸻
🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 74 
Guesting Dr. Wendy O'Connor

In this episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner sits down with licensed therapist and life strategist Dr. Wendy O’Connor to talk about default settings, rewiring your mind, and reclaiming your future. If you feel like you’re just checking boxes, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from your purpose—this is the episode for you.

With over 20 years of experience in neuroscience, clinical psychology, and personal growth, Dr. Wendy breaks down how to overcome conditioning, tune into your inner voice, and design a life that actually lights you up.

🎯 Topics Covered:
•The “default life” trap (and how to break out)
•What “languishing” really means
•Why your brain is wired to keep you stuck
•How to tune out the noise and find your inner voice
•The science and soul of designing a life that feels like YOU
•When to say yes, and when to say NO
•The myth of long-term goals (and what to do instead)

🎁 Grab Dr. Wendy’s free Life Planner: https://www.drwendyoconnor.com/monthly-reflection-goal-setting-worksheet?
Her website: https://www.drwendyoconnor.com/
📲 Follow her on Instagram: @drwendyoconnor

💬 If this resonated with you, leave a comment or DM me on Instagram — I’d love to hear your story.

Timestamps:
00:00 Reclaiming Your Real Life
03:11 Understanding Default Settings and Conditioning
06:07 The Problem of Languishing
08:50 Authenticity and Living True to Yourself
11:57 The Journey of Self-Discovery
14:51 Designing Your Life by Intent
17:49 Trusting Your Inner Voice
21:00 Unbecoming to Become
24:00 Aligning Opportunities with Your Values
24:30 The Power of Yes and No
26:10 Navigating Decision-Making
28:09 Fluidity of Goals and Strengths
30:20 Finding Fulfillment Through Different Paths
33:22 Living Authentically and Avoiding Regrets
36:22 Understanding the Brain's Role in Happiness
40:57 Balancing Gratitude and Ambition
43:20 Exploring Contentment and Self-Reflection
46:24 The Value of Mental Health Conversations

📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

Subscribe for more deep conversations with thinkers, seekers, and soulful creators. 🙏

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

⸻
🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.

Send us Fan Mail

The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 73

In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on the whirlwind of my final week of high school—and the mindset shift that’s changing my life. From quitting a new job after one sale, to letting go of external pressure and choosing alignment, this is an unfiltered look at what it means to live from the inside out.

I share how I'm learning to say no with confidence, why space in your schedule matters, and how rereading Siddhartha helped me return to my core philosophy of joy, meaning, and mindful ambition.

If you’re in a season of transition, growth, or simply trying to find your way, this episode will resonate.

🎙️ Topics We Cover:
 • Letting go of opportunities that look good on paper
 • How to listen to your internal compass
 • Why saying no is a superpower
 • Reconnecting with joy and authenticity
 • Life after high school: creating your path
 • Rethinking productivity and fulfillment
 • What rereading Siddhartha teaches about inner peace

Timestamps:
00:00 Personal Reflections and Transitions
02:57 Living on My Own Terms
05:47 The Power of Saying No
09:06 Finding Inner Peace and Direction
12:04 The Value of Rereading and Reflection

📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

Subscribe for more deep conversations with thinkers, seekers, and soulful creators. 🙏

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

⸻
🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.

Send us Fan Mail

The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 72
Guesting Talia Bombola

We’re told to love ourselves and set boundaries—but how do you actually do that?

In this episode of The Grateful Podcast, Jack Wagoner sits down with therapist and confidence specialist Talia Bombola, LMFT to break down what real self-worth looks like, how to build lasting confidence, and what actually defines a healthy relationship.

Whether you’re a high achiever struggling to balance work and love, or someone working through feelings of not-enoughness, this conversation is for you.

Topics we cover:
 • How to rewire your self-worth
 • Why overachievers often burn out in love
 • Confidence vs performative self-assurance
 • What a healthy relationship actually looks like
 • How to balance ambition with intimacy
 • Why “good enough” is sometimes the healthiest goal

🔗 Connect with Talia Bombola:
https://taliabombola.com/rewireyourrelationships/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taliabombola/

🎧 Follow & review the podcast if this conversation helped you grow.

Timestamps:
00:00 Understanding Self-Worth and Relationships
02:52 Balancing Work and Relationships
06:03 The Impact of Burnout on Relationships
08:51 Navigating Modern Dating Challenges
12:06 The Importance of In-Person Social Skills
15:02 Distinguishing Confidence from Self-Worth
21:03 The Interplay of Confidence and Self-Worth
23:22 The Journey to Self-Acceptance
27:03 The Impact of Childhood on Self-Worth
34:02 Parenting and Its Role in Self-Esteem
39:11 The Challenge of Giving Love Freely
43:09 Self-Love as a Foundation for Relationships
46:50 Gratitude and Growth Through Adversity


📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

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🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

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🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

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Stay grateful, stay hungry.

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The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 71
Guesting Jitesh Vaswani

There’s a quiet war happening inside all of us. Anxiety, overstimulation, endless comparison—especially among Gen Z. In this powerful conversation, Jack Wagoner speaks with Jitesh Vaswani—spiritual teacher, TEDx speaker, and Director of Partnerships & Breathwork Coach at Art of Living with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Jitesh breaks down why our generation is facing unprecedented levels of stress, and how SKY Breath Meditation (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga) offers a simple, ancient, and proven practice to reconnect to peace.

We explore:
•The anxiety epidemic in young people
•How breath shapes emotion—and how to use it consciously
•Whether lasting inner peace is really possible
•Meditation myths, and why it’s not just “sitting in silence”
•The difference between conscious and subconscious breath training
•The mission of Art of Living and Jitesh’s spiritual journey

📌 Links Mentioned:
•Jitesh Vaswani Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jitesh_vaswani
•Art of Living: https://www.artofliving.org
•SKY Breath Meditation Course Info: https://www.artofliving.org/us-en/sky-breath-meditation
•Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: https://www.srisriravishankar.org

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🕒 Timestamps

00:00 The Inner Struggle: Understanding Anxiety and Modern Life
03:10 The Power of Breath: Meditation as a Solution
06:12 Mindfulness and Meditation: Training the Subconscious
08:54 Inner vs. Outer Success: The Paradox of Modern Living
11:54 The Journey of Meditation: Finding Balance in Practice
14:44 Overcoming Barriers: Making Meditation Accessible
18:02 Techniques for Effective Meditation: The Art of Living Approach
21:08 Exploring Deeper Consciousness: Accessing Your True Self
33:13 The Natural State of Meditation
34:46 Exploring Deeper Consciousness
38:15 Jitesh's Journey with Meditation
44:25 The Impact of Meditation on Life
50:55 Balancing Gratitude and Ambition
58:44 Wisdom and Insights from Jitesh


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🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter: https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

⸻

🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

⸻
🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.

Send us Fan Mail

The Grateful Podcast with Jack Wagoner
Episode 70
Solo episode

In this episode, I explore the complexities of pain and emotional distress, emphasizing the importance of embracing emotions rather than suppressing them. I reflect on my journey towards being present, the significance of cultivating a relationship with oneself, and the balance between pursuing future goals and living in the moment. I also invite feedback on the podcast and highlight the organic growth of the show through word of mouth.

Takeaways:
Thinking alone cannot solve emotional pain.
Suppressing emotions leads to worse outcomes.
Embracing emotions can lead to better decision-making.
We often prioritize external validation over self-worth.
A strong relationship with oneself enhances happiness.
Dissatisfaction arises from wanting more than we have.
Balancing future aspirations with present experiences is crucial.
Memories are made in moments of presence.
Feedback is essential for growth and improvement.
The podcast thrives on organic growth through listeners.

Timestamps:
00:00 Understanding Pain and Emotional Distress
02:55 The Journey to Being Present
06:05 Embracing Emotions Instead of Suppressing Them
08:53 The Importance of Self-Relationship
12:40 Balancing Future Goals with Present Living
15:18 Feedback and Growth in Podcasting

📺 Watch the full episode or listen on your favorite platform:
Spotify/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-grateful-podcast-with-jack-wagoner/id1725776061

Subscribe for more deep conversations with thinkers, seekers, and soulful creators. 🙏

⸻

🧠 More from Jack:
Newsletter (Magic, Meaning & Momentum): https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/aa6b0945-43aa-43c8-b320-0fde6998f852?email=%7B%7Bemail%7D%7D
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
1:1 Coaching & Dream-Chasing Guidance: [email protected]

💬 If you found this conversation meaningful, send it to a friend and leave a review. It really helps more people find this kind of soul-nourishing content.

⸻

🎙️ About Jack:
I’m an 18-year-old high school student with a big dream: to show the world that you can be grateful and ambitious at the same time. Through The Grateful Podcast, I explore what it means to live a meaningful life—one deep conversation at a time.

Support the show

InnerVue — a complete self-awareness tool
→ yourinnervue.com
Use code GRATEFUL20 to receive 20% off a Tier 1 InnerVue, along with a complimentary coach-led debrief of your report

☕ Magic Mind — My daily performance shot:
→ https://magicmind.com/wagoner20
Use code WAGONER20 for 20% off a package or 48% off a subscription.

🧠 More from Jack:
► Website: https://jackwagoner.co
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack_wagoner_/
► 1:1 Coaching: [email protected]
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jack_Wagoner

⸻
🎙️ About Jack:
I moved to France alone at 16, started my first business at 17, and launched this podcast because I kept meeting people who had the answers to questions I didn't even know I was asking.  My philosophy: you can set massive goals while being deeply fulfilled right now. That's the duality of gratitude and ambition.

Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

Stay grateful, stay hungry.