by Gene Crawford | Sep 22, 2025 | Podcast
Can the wisdom of ancient samurai help you master stress in the modern world? In this episode, we explore how the code of Bushido can transform anxiety into strength. Learn how practices like box breathing, reflective journaling, and negative visualization create mental clarity, resilience, and self-control. Discover the power of crafting your own personal code rooted in honor, justice, and compassion, and how living with purpose can turn everyday stress into fuel for growth. This is more than stress management; it’s a warrior’s path to inner peace and emotional mastery. Discipline is the sword. Purpose is the armor.
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by Gene Crawford | Sep 1, 2025 | Podcast
In this candid and often hilarious episode, we unpack the rollercoaster of modern parenting—from the pressures of youth sports and living vicariously through our kids, to the deeper questions of legacy, masculinity, and whether parenthood truly lives up to its promise. We reflect on how fast life shifts, both in the spotlight and at home. With humor and heart, we explore generational shifts, family dynamics, codependency, and the strange satisfaction of hearing your kids finally echo the advice they once rolled their eyes at.
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by Gene Crawford | Jul 21, 2025 | Podcast
What defines real masculinity in a world full of noise and posturing? In this episode, we examine the quiet strength of Tom Hardy and Keanu Reeves—two men who embody humility, discipline, and dedication without seeking validation. From Hardy’s jiu-jitsu tournaments to Reeves’ relentless film prep, we explore how martial arts and consistent practice reflect true inner strength. Contrasting their grounded ethos with the spectacle-driven antics of “manfluencers,” we highlight the value of self-improvement over performance. Tune in for a powerful reflection on authenticity, presence, and redefining masculinity through silence, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to personal growth.
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by Gene Crawford | Jun 30, 2025 | Podcast
In this episode, Aaron and I explore how AI is reshaping motivational content, from remixed clips of figures like Huberman and Dispenza to imagined mashups of Steve Jobs and Tony Robbins. We dive into the evolution of motivational media, questioning whether AI-enhanced messages empower or dilute the core message. Using stories like the Outdoor Boys’ content remixing, we examine what this means for creators and consumers. The takeaway: motivation has gone digital, but action still matters most. Whether crafted by humans or algorithms, the real growth comes when we turn inspiration into effort and move beyond passive consumption into real-world application.
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by Gene Crawford | May 19, 2025 | Podcast
Discover how to build mental resilience by adopting five powerful habits drawn from warriors like Jocko Willink, Miyamoto Musashi, and David Goggins. In this episode, we explore the strength of discipline over motivation, the value of voluntary hardship, and the role of self-reflection through tools like journaling and Naikan. Learn how digital detoxes and strategic disconnection can sharpen your focus, and why community support—or disciplined solitude, builds long-term grit. Whether you’re training your body or your mind, these foundational habits will help you forge unshakable mental armor and thrive in a world that demands clarity, strength, and resilience.
Distraction is the enemy of clarity
“You can’t sharpen your sword in a hurricane. And yet, most people live in one — a digital storm of alerts, opinions, fake urgency, and dopamine bait. Warriors think differently. We disconnect to reconnect.
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