Outworker podcast

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Dan Millman explores the path from self-improvement to self-transcendence, revealing how shattered bones, paradoxical teachers, and inner stillness shaped the Peaceful Warrior philosophy. He shares the hidden story behind his character Socrates, lessons from poverty consciousness, and why true wisdom lives in action, not inspiration. This is a conversation about naming your path without becoming it, embracing pain without seeking it, and discovering how clarity, presence, and purpose emerge through the simple act of doing what the moment asks. Timestamps: 00:00 Life Before Becoming A Peaceful Warrior 02:29 Power Of Names & Mantras 04:02 How The Peaceful Warrior Philosophy Came To Life 11:30 Speaking With Variability & Unlearning Fixed Beliefs 15:13 Becoming A Writer 18:32 Balancing Formal & Informal Education 22:31 Getting An Education From Physical Pain 33:11 Relationship Between Feeling & Behaving 37:33 Quieting The Mind vs. Finding Peace In The Unquiet Mind 42:30 Broader Benefits Of Physical Movement 46:09 Balancing Internal & External Worlds 52:19 Working Through Poverty Consciousness 57:55 Retiring From Writing 1:00:09 Finding Your Edge 1:01:43 Connect With Dan Millman Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#060 - Yossi Ghinsberg - Surviving The Amazon & Transforming Fear Into Power 1:16:42

8 days ago1:16:42

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Yossi Ghinsberg, who survived three harrowing weeks alone in the uncharted Amazon jungle in 1981, unpacks the raw power of real versus imagined survival—revealing how confronting true danger in the Amazon sharpened his presence, rewired his understanding of fear, and exposed the toxic illusion of everyday stress. From hacking the mind with breathwork to redefining courage, he shares insights on what it means to live a meaningful life—and how returning to the very place where he survived helped him develop the jungle and further evolve himself. Timestamps: 00:00 Surviving Life To Thriving In Life 09:20 Real Survival 12:45 Imaginary Survival 28:17 Repeating Stories Can Dilute Stories 35:46 Yossi Turning His Story Into A Movie 43:39 Not Being Traumatized By This Survival Experience 48:20 Returning To The Amazon 1:03:12 Embracing Fear 1:08:27 How To Get Out Of Imaginary Survival Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#059 - Tim Doyle - When Your Body Speaks: What The Mindbody Connection Reveals About Stress & Pain 36:41

15 days ago36:41

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From chronic back pain to unexpected breathwork challenges and jaw tension, this solo episode unpacks the power of the mindbody connection through real, raw personal experiences. Learn how internal awareness, emotional resilience, and presence can dissolve physical discomfort—and why understanding your own nervous system can be some of the most empowering work you ever do. Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#058 - Akshay Nanavati - Why Failing To Cross Antarctica Wasn’t A Failed Expedition 59:20

22 days ago59:20

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Akshay Nanavati returns from a near-fatal solo expedition across Antarctica, where failure became his greatest teacher. In confronting solitude, physical collapse, and the weight of a four-year dream undone, he uncovers profound truths about suffering, love, spiritual transcendence, and the limitless nature of the human spirit. This conversation explores how real growth comes not from the finish line, but from who we become in the process of breaking and rising again. Timestamps: 00:00 Akshay's 2nd Time On The Show 02:50 Not Working Towards A Massive Goal Anymore 06:22 Raising $1.1 Million For This Expedition 09:14 Gaining Wisdom, Then Sharing Wisdom 13:58 Creating Audio Journals 16:11 One Inch Mindset 19:30 Feeling Alone & Connected At Once 22:09 Reality Is A Construct 25:05 Talking & Listening To Yourself 28:21 Die Alive 30:58 Antarctic Therapy Sessions 33:40 Spending 1 Year Wedding Anniversary Alone 40:09 Taking First Day Off After 49 Days & Wellbeing Deteriorating 42:43 Feeling Peace Of Mind & Peace From Mind 43:50 What Akshay Learned About Himself 46:56 Doctoring The Sick With The Human Soul 49:14 Was Failure The Better Outcome? 55:52 Shifting To A New Season Life 57:21 Guiding Others 58:11 Connect With Akshay Nanavati Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#057 - Dr. Edith Ubuntu Chan - Why True Healing Starts With You, Not The Medical System 1:14:58

29 days ago1:14:58

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Dr. Edith Ubuntu Chan unpacks what it truly means to be human beyond the limits of conventional medicine, revealing how redefining health begins with rediscovering who we really are. From Harvard-trained software engineer to holistic healer, she shares how chronic stress, societal programming, and misaligned life paths manifest in the body—and how healing begins with joy, coherence, and truth through her Super Wellness framework. Timestamps: 00:00 A New Way For Humanity 06:26 Exposed To Healing At A Young Age 12:10 The Perfect Route Isn't Always The Direct One 14:25 Healing Yourself Before Helping Others 18:00 Dealing With Dueling Voices 22:06 Impact Of Wim Hof 30:18 Powerful Meditation Experience 36:24 Showing People Ailments Are Gifts 41:34 It All Starts With Chronic Stress 47:27 Overview of H.E.A.L.T.H. Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#056 - George Bonanno - The Truth About Trauma: Most People Are More Resilient Than You Think 1:04:55

5 weeks ago1:04:55

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George Bonanno reframes trauma by showing why it can’t be understood in isolation. Resilience is the missing half of the story. He explains how most people recover without lasting damage, why resilience is a flexible outcome rather than a fixed trait, and how fear-based narratives around trauma often prolong suffering. With insights on adaptive coping, storytelling, and the cultural myths that distort our understanding, this conversation offers a more complete, empowering view of how we respond to adversity. Timestamps: 00:00 Trauma Becoming A Buzzword 02:49 Looking At Trauma In Isolation 05:40 Defining Trauma & Resilience 08:59 Resilience Is An Outcome, Not A Trait 17:33 Trauma Is An Invention 20:37 Narrative vs. Physiology 23:19 Pain, Trauma, & Mental Wiring 30:41 Finding Comfort In Feeling Bad 34:43 System vs. Individual 36:49 Media Pushing Trauma 41:54 Loneliness & Virtual Connections 46:28 Searching For Meaning vs. Problem Solving 50:22 Finding Growth In Suffering 53:00 Benefit Of Distanced Self-Talk 55:53 Consumption vs. Creation 1:00:16 Feeling Pain, But Not Attaching To It 1:03:05 Connect With George Bonanno Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#055 - Steven Kotler - Flow State, Peak Performance, & Doing The Impossible 1:20:54

6 weeks ago1:20:54

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Steven Kotler unpacks the neurobiology of flow and why accessing it consistently is the key to doing hard things well. We dive into the four-stage flow cycle, how frustration can be a sign you're on the right track, and why lasting change begins with what’s hardwired in all of us. He explains how to structure goals for momentum, why passion requires patience, and how consistency—not intensity—is what drives the impossible forward. Steven also opens up about pain, passion, purpose, and why chasing the impossible is less about big leaps and more about mastering repetition, recovery, and staying in the game. Timestamps: 00:00 Coming Up As A Bartender 07:05 Difference Between Flow State & Peak Performance 09:48 Using Biology To Work For Us 12:20 Personality Doesn't Scale; Biology Scales 16:46 4 Stage Cycle Of Flow 24:57 Relationship Between Flow & Physical Pain 31:03 Research On Prayer, Sports, & Flow 35:15 Are Emotions Romanticized Words For Flow? 45:29 Peak Performance Is A Game 53:12 Suffering Connected To Passion 58:52 The Art Of Impossible 1:02:55 Holding Yourself Accountable To Your Past Self 1:07:57 Work As A Creative Pursuit 1:17:50 What Steven Has Learned About Himself With Flow 1:19:39 Connect With Steven Kotler Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#054 - Dr. Loretta Breuning - How Your Brain Wires Happiness, Stress, & Bad Habits 1:10:10

7 weeks ago1:10:10

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Dr. Loretta Breuning breaks down the brain’s chemical wiring—dopamine, endorphin, oxytocin, serotonin, and cortisol—and how they shape emotions, habits, and social behavior. She explains why people get stuck in thought loops, how to rewire them, and the role of neuroplasticity in changing deep-seated patterns. We also get into how mental health narratives shape our thinking, the impact of social comparison, and why happiness isn’t what most people think it is. Timestamps: 00:00 The Inner Mammal 01:47 Taking Ownership Of Your Emotions 03:27 Brain Built For Survival 06:16 Conscious Thinking & Unconscious Feeling 09:29 How Dr. Breuning Found Her Work 12:34 Breakdown Of Happy Chemicals 18:28 How To Break A Bad Habit 24:01 Thinking Chemically Instead Of Emotionally 27:09 Physical Pain vs. Social Pain 32:13 Dependence On Therapy Language 36:24 Mental Anticipation Of Pain Turns Into Physical Creation Of Pain 40:07 How To Stop Making Narratives 44:22 Navigating Moments You Crave Stimulation 48:35 Needing A Greater Appreciation For Neuroplasticity 51:47 Linger On Your Gains Like You Linger On Your Losses 53:48 You Are The One Who Changes Your Life 56:05 Feeling Happiness From Being Unhappy 57:39 Thinking Happiness Means 'Privileged' 1:02:23 Taking Responsibility For Your Happiness 1:03:40 Reframing Your Understanding Of Happiness 1:08:37 Connect With Dr. Loretta Breuning Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#053 - Katie Spotz - 70 Days Alone At Sea & A New Outlook On Personal Development 1:11:19

8 weeks ago1:11:19

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What drives someone to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean? Katie Spotz shares how she built the mental endurance to spend 70 days alone at sea, the role of meditation in overcoming fear, and how endurance challenges became a platform for providing clean water to thousands. But reaching land wasn’t the end—it sparked a deeper journey. She opens up about losing her sense of purpose, how stepping away from endurance for a year helped her re-center through faith, and how she’s returned with a renewed mindset and a healthier relationship with challenge. Timestamps: 00:00 Comfortability With Solitude 04:45 Finding Enjoyment In Endurance Not Found In Team Sports 10:20 Higher Calling With Endurance 15:49 Taking A Different Path At A Young Age 22:23 A Day In The Life When Training 25:07 Bad Accident 4 Months Before Atlantic Crossing 30:21 External Doubters & Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things 32:47 Small Frame Mentality Rowing 3,000 Miles 36:10 Morning & Nighttime Routines 37:54 Completely Alone At Sea 41:11 Needing To Row Farther Than Expected 44:37 Real Test Is After Accomplishing The Atlantic 50:58 Stepping Away From Endurance 53:39 The Impact Of Faith 56:53 Stepping Away From What Helped You Grow 1:02:23 Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro & Evolved Mindset 1:09:36 Connect With Katie Spotz 1:10:04 Katie Going On Joe Rogan's Podcast Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#052 - Dr. Eben Alexander - A Neurosurgeon’s Near-Death Experience & The Truth About Consciousness 1:07:13

9 weeks ago1:07:13

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Dr. Eben Alexander, a neurosurgeon, shares how his near-death experience completely shattered his scientific understanding of consciousness. We explore the mind-body connection, the reality of the afterlife, and why love and interconnectedness are at the core of existence. His journey challenged materialist science and revealed a deeper, more expansive view of reality—one that affirms we are spiritual beings living a human experience. Timestamps: 00:00 Knowing When To Tell Your Story 13:52 Going Into A Coma For 7 Days 19:19 Entering A Higher Realm 34:03 Lacking Faith Up Until This Experience 39:08 Were You Chosen? 46:44 Power Of Prayer 51:54 Returning To A Physical Body & This World 57:55 Creating A Symbiotic Relationship Between Science & Spirituality 1:01:12 Stories Heal Like Medicine 1:04:45 Spiritual Beings Living The Human Experience 1:05:20 Connect With Dr. Eben Alexander Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#051 - James Lawrence - What It Takes To Complete 100 Triathlons In 100 Days 1:01:50

10 weeks ago1:01:50

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What does it take to push the human body and mind beyond its limits? In this episode, I talk with endurance legend James Lawrence—aka the Iron Cowboy—who completed 100 full-distance triathlons in 100 days. We break down the science behind his training, the mental strategies that kept him going, and why he chose to do one more triathlon even after the challenge was over. James also shares insights on discipline, fear, and the unexpected challenges of healing. Timestamps: 00:00 Zero Special Physical Abilities & Genetic Testing 02:03 Conquer 100 Being The Next Step 09:34 Respecting, But Ignoring The Medical Industry 12:42 Only 4 Months To Train 17:17 2 Types Of Suffering 18:22 The Team Behind Conquer 100 21:09 Day 1 - Just Getting To The Next Step 24:04 Eating 12K-15K Calories A Day 25:32 "Here We Go" - Impact Of Speaking Your Mantra 31:08 Speaking To Your Body Parts 34:06 Out Of Body Experiences 36:29 How Bad The Pain Got 37:35 Getting Stronger As Time Goes On 40:18 Experiencing Scary Bike Accident 46:57 Day 100 48:03 Doing 101 Triathlons 51:33 Build Systems, Not Goals 56:54 Challenging Healing Process 57:48 Wisdom Gained From Conquer 100 58:44 Unwilling Challenges Are A Launching Pad 1:00:33 Connect With James Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#050 - Kenneth Stanley - Why You Don’t Need Goals Or Purpose To Be Successful 1:24:04

11 weeks ago1:24:04

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What if the key to success isn’t setting goals, but letting go of them? AI scientist and author Kenneth Stanley challenges everything we’ve been taught about achievement, revealing why strict objectives hold us back. He explains why purpose can be overrated, why looking to the past is more valuable than focusing on the future, and how true innovation emerges from curiosity and unexpected stepping stones. This conversation redefines how we approach progress, creativity, and the pursuit of meaning. Connect With Ken Timestamps: 00:00 From AI To Self-Help 18:36 Good Objectives vs. Bad Objectives 23:09 Input Objectives vs. Output Objectives 26:46 Focus On Stepping Stones 30:58 Do We Actually Know What's Best For Us? 38:18 Ideal Life Without Objectives 45:31 Focusing On The Past Instead Of The Future 50:33 Relationship Between Greatness & Deception 1:01:22 Returning To Childlike Self & Unstructured Play 1:05:46 Is Purpose Overrated? 1:10:45 Be A Treasure Hunter 1:22:36 Connect With Ken Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#049 - Tim Doyle - The Power Of Showing Up & Staying Consistent 15:29

12 weeks ago15:29

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Consistency is everything. In this episode, I reflect on 49 weeks of podcasting, the power of showing up, and a major life transition—moving to Austin, Texas. No big agenda, just a raw, real moment about commitment, discomfort, and growth. Sometimes, success is just about sticking to the process, even when you don’t want to. Tune in for a short but powerful reminder to outwork, stay disciplined, and keep showing up. Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#048 - Ryan Hawk & Brook Cupps - Why Most People Measure Success The Wrong Way 57:54

13 weeks ago57:54

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What defines success—the external scoreboard or the one that truly matters? In this episode, Ryan Hawk and Brook Cupps dive deep into their philosophy from The Score That Matters, sharing lessons on self-awareness, leadership, and redefining excellence. From powerful personal moments to coaching breakthroughs, we explore how to play your own game, focus on the right inputs, and build a life aligned with purpose. Tune in for insights that will challenge how you measure success. Timestamps: 00:00 Play Your Own Game 04:05 Keeping Score Of Your Inputs 08:13 Shifting From External To Internal Scoreboard 15:09 Outworker Philosophy 16:14 Relationship Between Self Awareness & Excellence 21:18 Positive Impact Of Fear 24:10 North Star vs. Set Destination 25:12 Did You Find Purpose Or Purpose Found You? 30:14 External To Internal Locus Of Control 35:28 Tools To Stay Present 40:39 Controlling Individuality Within A Larger System 44:00 Dual Nature Of Creating Narratives 46:57 Doing Work That Doesn't Feel Aligned With You 53:00 How The Internal Scoreboard Has Evolved 55:30 Connecting With Ryan & Brook 56:22 Sticking To Your Roots Send us a text Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle | Outworker Youtube: Outworker…

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#047 - Tim Doyle - A Day In My Life With Chronic Back Pain & How I Fully Healed Without Surgery 22:58

14 weeks ago22:58