Matt Higgins went from overdosing in a Hollywood alley to walking that same alley in a suit, trusted with the life of a billionaire's child. In this raw and powerful episode, Matt shares his journey from a small town in Oklahoma, to the Navy's combat search and rescue, to rock bottom on the streets of Skid Row — and how a breathwork session with Jeremy Jackson, a stranger named "Eyes," and a simple prayer changed everything.

In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, Mark sits down with Dr. Nahal Delpassand, a licensed psychologist based in Austin, Texas, with nearly a decade of experience in private practice. Dr. Delpassand shares her insight on emotional awareness, resilience, self-acceptance, chronic illness, infertility, disability, and what it really means to understand yourself on a deeper level. Her work is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and helping people reconnect with the strengths they already carry, even during difficult seasons of life. The conversation also explores her upcoming children's book, The Seasons of Little Tree, coming in 2026, which focuses on belonging, resilience, growth, and self-acceptance. This episode is for anyone navigating stress, uncertainty, emotional pain, identity, healing, or major life transitions—and looking for a more compassionate way to grow.

In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with JD Denham for a powerful conversation about addiction, sobriety, discipline, masculinity, faith, family, and rebuilding your life from the ground up. JD opens up about the moments that changed his life, the mindset shifts that helped him overcome addiction, and why discipline—not motivation—is the foundation for long-term success. We also dive into fatherhood, purpose, mental toughness, entrepreneurship, and what it really means to become the man your family needs. If you're struggling with consistency, purpose, addiction, or feeling stuck in life, this episode will challenge the way you think and inspire you to level up.​

What does it actually mean to lead your family well? In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with Tanner Wendell — family leadership coach and founder of Family Leader/FamilyOS — to break down what it takes to build a strong, structured, and intentional home. We talk about why most men unintentionally lead their families without a system, how to create clarity and direction at home, and the frameworks Tanner uses to help families operate with purpose. If you've ever felt like you're succeeding in business but falling short at home, this conversation will challenge the way you think about leadership.

What does it actually take to operate at a high level in every area of life? In this episode of The Mark Manderson Show, I sit down with Steve Eckert — founder of OTD (Operate to Dominate) — to break down the real meaning of discipline and how it impacts your mindset, family, fitness, and business. We get into why most people struggle with consistency, how to eliminate excuses, and the systems Steve uses to help men build structure and win in every area of life. If you feel stuck, inconsistent, or like you're not operating at your full potential, this conversation will challenge you to level up.

The Mark Manderson Show is a podcast built on the belief that growth rarely comes easy. Drawing from his deep background in recovery and human transformation, Mark sits down with experts, leaders, and individuals with powerful lived experience to unpack the moments that shape who we become. From mental health and resilience to performance, purpose, and personal reinvention, each conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and into the real work of change. If you're looking for honest dialogue, practical insight, and stories that actually move people forward — this is where the hard lessons get learned.