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Syndication

Wed, 30 July 2025
From Chaos to Clarity: Own Your Mind, Lead Your Life
In this episode, Joe De Sena sits down with performance coach and father of five, Joe Greco, to talk about what it really takes to build grit in your kids, your career, and yourself. From Spartan-style parenting to leading high-performing teams, Joe shares battle-tested strategies for mastering discipline, staying purpose-driven, and unlocking your full potential. Whether you’re a parent, a leader, or just tired of making excuses, this one’s for you.
 
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:27 Meet Joe Greco
01:55 Early mornings & discipline
02:34 Five daughters & Death Camp invitation
04:30 Redefining success beyond money
06:33 Expressions of gratitude
09:07 Joe’s life tools and values
10:46 Mentors, teens & leadership
13:24 Understanding People Better
15:30 How to add value in life
17:48 The story of the Naval Academy
20:57 The meaning of tradition at military academies
21:43 Where to find Joe Greco
22:15 The origin of the name Palio
23:24 The horse race in Siena
 
Connect to Joe Greco:
globe with meridians Website: palioinc.com
camera with flash Instagram: @palioinc
briefcase LinkedIn: Joseph Greco
Direct download: Joe_Greco_Full_Audio_-_V1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:18am EDT
Tue, 22 July 2025
How an Ironman Mom Wins When Most People Quit
In this episode, Joe De Sena talks with Ironman World Champion Chelsea Sodaro about how to stay driven, balanced, and resilient as a high-achiever and mom.
She opens up about the challenges of returning to elite sport after childbirth, the importance of mindfulness and gratitude, and how to keep going when things get tough. This is a powerful conversation about purpose, perseverance, and showing up for what matters most.
If you’ve ever struggled with balance, burnout, or staying motivated, this conversation will reignite your purpose and prove that it’s possible to thrive, not just survive.
 
Timestamps:
00:00 Meet Chelsea Sodaro
00:13 What’s her secret to success?
00:49 Handling daily struggles and staying disciplined
01:08 Balancing motherhood and elite sport
02:16 Work-life integration vs. balance
02:55 Returning to racing after childbirth
04:23 Staying grounded through parenting
05:36 Joe’s Ironman wake-up call
06:37 What’s next for Chelsea?
07:56 Triathlon vs. Spartan
09:02 Tips & Tricks for Daily Life
10:59 Gratitude as a superpower
12:16 Life after winning: chasing the next goal
13:23 Balancing ambition with contentment
14:19 Final thoughts and staying connected
 
Connect to Chelsea:
camera with flash Instagram: @chelseasodaro 
Direct download: Chelsea_Sodaro_Full_Audio_-_V1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00pm EDT
Tue, 15 July 2025
Why Pain Is a Privilege: Lessons from a Wounded Warrior
He lost an arm and a leg in war and came back stronger than ever.
In this raw conversation, veteran and athlete Noah Galloway shares how pain became his fuel, purpose became his compass, and fitness saved his life. From hitting rock bottom to finishing Spartan Races, Noah proves that your mindset—not your circumstances—defines your future.
If you’re stuck, struggling, or making excuses… this episode is your wake-up call.
 
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
00:51 Noah’s Early Life & Military Service
02:42 The Roadside Bomb & Life-Changing Injuries
04:26 Mental Recovery vs. Physical Recovery
06:12 Purpose-Driven Healing
08:11 Therapy Isn’t Enough Without Action
09:44 Mourning the Loss & Accepting Reality
11:37 Ayahuasca & Psychedelics for Healing
13:51 Racing, Public Speaking & Dopamine
15:55 Death Race Memories & Getting Back to Racing
16:57 Boulder Incident & The Prosthetic Leg
18:43 Sign Up Before You’re Ready
20:05 How to Find & Contact Noah
20:44 The Tough Mudder Story of Eileen
22:19 Three Daily Habits for a Better Life
 
Connect to Noah:
Direct download: Noah_Galloway_Full_Audio_-_V1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:00pm EDT
Tue, 1 July 2025
This Teen Takes on Brutal Swim to Prove Struggle Heals
What happens when a 17-year-old signs up to swim 34km across freezing water—no wetsuit, no excuses—all to raise awareness for men’s mental health?
 
In this raw, high-impact episode, Barney Ryder joins Joe De Sena to share how choosing discomfort, facing failure, and embracing the cold shaped his mind more than any victory ever could.
 
They talk resilience, grit, the power of movement over words, and why real change starts where comfort ends.
 
If you’ve ever needed a push to stop talking and start doing—this is it.
 
Timestamps:
00:00 Into
00:38 Meet Swimmer Barney Rider
01:02 Swimming the English Channel
02:12 The Biggest Mental Struggle
04:08 Gaining Weight to Survive
04:42 Overcoming the Failure
05:28 Success Can Be a Trap
06:36 Growth Needs Harsh Conditions
07:29 Mission: Men's Mental Health
09:13 Talk Less, Move More
11:24 Swimming with His Dad
13:15 Advice for Struggling Youth
14:15 Push Past Comfort Zones
15:52 Just Start, Figure Later
16:44 Big Swim Plans Ahead
18:23 How to Support Barney
 
Connect to Barney:
camera with flash Instagram: @barnaby_ryder_
Direct download: Barney_Ryder_Full_Audio_-_V1.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:00pm EDT
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