Best Ballistic Performance Podcasts (2025)

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How To Optimize Pronation, Glute Activation and Big Toe Functionality Like A Good Human 15:30

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Welcome to another show about the big toe (hopefully you heard the first presentation, What’s the Big Deal About the Big Toe?) because in this episode, we’re taking it further. You will learn why your big toe is crucial for efficient movement, and how its functionality influences everything from your running stride to balance. I reveal how wearing …

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520. How To Permanently Resolve Anxiety: Going Beyond The Mind W/ Daniel Packard 1:03:28

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It’s no secret that everyone has experienced anxiety at some point or another. For some, it’s surmountable, but for others it may be severe enough to interfere with their quality of life. For Daniel Packard, it was a personal battle with the severe variety that inspired him to create Permanent Anxiety Solutions, an innovative program that addresses…

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What's The Big Deal About The Big Toe? 19:03

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In this episode, you will learn about the critical role the big toe plays in human movement and athletic performance. I reveal the truth about how shoes can weaken and restrict your big toe, leading to imbalances and a higher risk of injury, especially as we age. You'll hear how the big toe impacts everything from balance to the activation of your …

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519. Outwork, Outpace, & Outlast: Tommy Mello on Winning in Big Business 35:53

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This week’s guest on The Unbeatable Mind is a true, living, breathing example of how success can only come through hard work. Coming from truly humble beginnings, Tommy Mello talks to Mark Divine this week about how he’s turned the seemingly innocuous garage door industry into a powerhouse currently set to surpass $100 million EBIDTA. Tommy shares …

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Dr. Casey Means: The New Surgeon General Talks About Good Energy And Talking Responsibilty For Your Health 1:27:35

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It’s time for a rebroadcast of a wonderful interview with my old friend, Dr. Casey Means, where she talked about the launch of her book, Good Energy. It has been a year since we talked on the eve of her book launch, which was just about to go number one and become a New York Times bestseller, and in other news, Dr. Casey has just been appointed to …

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518. The Silent Cyber War & AI’s Growing Power with Dr. Eric Cole 1:19:45

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The digital age has brought about a host of challenges to individuals and organizations that would have been inconceivable only years ago. This week on The Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine talks to Dr. Eric Cole, a former CIA hacker and celebrated authority on cybersecurity. Eric guides listeners through the rapidly changing landscape of cyber threats,…

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Brad's "Perform, Recover" Mantra Contrasting With Calorie Restriction And Extreme Biohacking 33:38

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In this show, I share more thoughts on my new, recent longevity mantra: perform, recover, perform, recover. These thoughts were inspired by an interaction I had with my friend Michael Kummer—host of The Primal Shift podcast—who recently wrote a newsletter article about the longevity practices of the increasingly prominent biohacker Bryan Johnson. W…

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517. Feed Your Courage Wolf 1:09:08

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Today on the Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine is diving deep into the first of the seven commitments necessary to forge elite teams—--courage. Mark, drawing from his Navy SEAL background, breaks down the foundational importance of courage—--and why it serves as a crucial gateway to the higher energies of growth, acceptance, and love. Mark reveals how c…

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Henry Abbott: Ballistic Training To Prevent Injuries, And High-Tech Training Practices Of Elite NBA Players 1:07:00

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I'm pleased to welcome Henry Abbott, the author of a new book called Ballistic: The New Science of Injury Free Athletic Performance! What an interesting conversation we had, and we went on a wide ranging journey through several topics of interest in modern big time sports. Henry has a longtime sports background–he is an award-winning journalist who…

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516. The Seven Commitments That Forge Elite Teams 53:38

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Successful teams don’t just happen. In this week’s episode of The Unbeatable Mind, Mark is going solo (with his daughter Catherine joining for an insightful Q & A), to break down his acclaimed “seven commitments” model for building elite teams. Drawing from his extensive Navy SEAL experience, Mark dives into the principles of courage, trust, respec…

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Shawn Stevenson: The Shocking Health Challenges and Triumphant Journey Of The Model Health Show Host 58:59

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Shawn is one of the world’s leading health experts as the bestselling author of Sleep Smarter and host of the #1 rated Model Health Show. The first part of the discussion is about foot functionality. Shawn mentions the emerging research on how minimalist shoes can address the cause of foot dysfunction, “nourishing and rehabilitating our feet.” Then…

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515. Decoding AI Domination: Adapt & Thrive or Get Left Behind! 1:08:12

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Work with Mark Divine: Are you ready to become an UNBEATABLE LEADER? Mark Divine is opening just 3 VIP spots for a 6-month, hands-on coaching experience where you’ll build SEAL-level discipline, master the 5 Mountains & 5 Plateaus, and design a life you truly love. This isn’t for everyone—only those who refuse to settle for anything less than excel…

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How To Sail To 100: Research, Insights, and Forming Empowering Beliefs 45:39

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In this episode, I’m diving into some fascinating research and sharing my own opinions for a fun, insightful show about longevity and living to 100 years old. It is amazing to think there are 722,000 centenarians alive today, but only 219 people who’ve made it to 110. I think genes affect your potential to live to 110, but most of us should form th…

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514. Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI W/ Catherine Divine 48:31

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Emotional Intelligence–or EQ is now more vital than ever. In today’s episode of The Unbeatable Mind, Mark’s daughter Catherine is sitting down for a candid and insightful discussion about emotional development and the evolving landscape of leadership in a world that’s becoming more dominated by AI. Catherine and Mark explore the limitations of trad…

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Alex Hutchinson: A Friendly Debate About The Benefits Of Running 28:35

2M ago28:35

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Enjoy this second show with Alex, where we left the mic on after our interview emphasizing his book, The Explorer’s Gene, and started talking about Mark Sisson and my new book, Born To Walk. We planned to have a “friendly debate” about the book’s premise that running is a bad idea for most people. Alex, as a longtime runner, had a much different ba…

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513. The Hidden Science of Ballistic Training W/ Henry Abbot 1:27:54

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Today on the Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine sits down with acclaimed journalist and author Henry Abbott to dive into the fascinating world of athletic performance, resilience, and the hidden science of injury prevention! Fresh off the release of his new book Ballistic: The New Science of Injury Free Athletic Performance, Henry is chock full of insigh…

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Alex Hutchinson: Why Humans Are Wired To Explore 52:08

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Please enjoy my B.rad podcast conversation with Alex Hutchinson, the world’s leading science-sport journalist and NYT best-selling author of Endure. The occasion is the release of his long-awaited next book, titled The Explorer’s Gene, and in this much-anticipated follow-up to Endure, he refutes the myth that, in our fully mapped digital world, the…

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512. Your Digital Brand is Broken: Logan Forsyth on Online Efficiency 56:23

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The world of digital entrepreneurship and social media marketing is fast paced and growing more than ever. Today, on The Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine is talking to digital marketing powerhouse, Logan Forsyth! At only 27 years old, Logan has grown his company, Media Scaling, to over 100 employees in just two years! Logan shares his journey from star…

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B.rad Highlights #5: Animal-Based, Protein-Centric, Nutrient-Dense Diet Insights From Experts 1:04:22

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Welcome to part five of the B.rad podcast highlight series! In this episode, we dive into the juicy, interesting, and possibly controversial topic of diet. You will hear quotes from some of my favorite guests and key moments over the years, focusing on my “meat and fruit” lifestyle—the animal-based, protein-centric, nutrient-dense eating style that…

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511. Turn Crisis Into Opportunity: Mark Divine Reflects on His Recent Accident 30:29

2M ago30:29

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On this week’s episode of The Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine shares his compelling and personal tale of resilience of the recent snowmobile accident that left him with serious injuries and a harrowing journey towards recovery. Shortly after completing his PhD in Global Leadership & Change, Mark accepted an invitation to explore Northern Quebec by way…

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Michael Brandt: The Performance and Brain Benefits of Supplemental Ketones 1:12:41

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I welcome Michael Brandt, co-founder and CEO of Ketone IQ, to the show for a conversation about supplemental ketones! Ketone IQ offers supplemental ketones, or ketones on the go, for an instant high performance energy source. I have talked about the ketogenic diet for many years, writing many books with Mark Sisson about the amazing benefits of the…

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510. The Art of Kokoro & Whole Mind Integration 28:29

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This week on The Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine once again dives into the Five Mountains of Personal Development, this time introducing listeners to the profound concept of “Kokoro”-----the integration of heart and mind into one’s actions! All while encouraging a holistic approach to living life authentically and purposefully, Mark examines the Weste…

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Philip Pape: Building Muscle First To Lose Fat 1:10:16

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I have a great discussion to share with you from Philip Pape, the host of the Wits and Weights podcast. I had the pleasure of joining him on his show, and he was a really sharp guy with some nice, focused, and quantified insights about how to lose excess body fat the right way. If you visit witsandweights.com, you'll see some nice free offerings of…

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509. The Everyday Miracle: Communication as a Physical Discipline (W/ Michael Hoeppner) 1:16:47

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Believe it or not, communication is about far more than just the words one speaks. This week’s guest on The Unbeatable Mind, communication expert Michael Hoeppner, argues that much like dance or martial arts, communication is a full-body act. As a world-recognized expert on public speaking, Michael, along with Mark, sheds light on the Navy SEALS’ p…

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B.rad Highlights #4: Relationship Tips And Insights From Experts (Including Mia Moore!) 44:57

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Welcome back to another highlight show! In this episode, we continue our series of relationship tips and insights from some experts I’ve interviewed over the years. You will hear from Dr. Wendy Walsh about the top 3 qualities men and women seek (qualities that are based on deep-seated wiring, that we can’t ignore or reject), advice from Jillian Tur…

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508. Unleashing Insight: The Intuition Mountain 37:07

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On this episode of The Unbeatable Mind, Mark Divine continues his journey into the world of Five Mountain Development, this time highlighting the key role intuition plays in human development. Drawing from his experiences in the SEAL teams, the corporate world, and his personal meditation practice, Mark explores three types of intuition: instinctua…

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Ballistic: the book about preventing sports injuries 1:00:55

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I've been covering sports since just after college. Over that time, what I've learned is that almost every elite athlete gets hurt. And when they do, it's always the same story: nobody's fault, couldn't have seen it coming, or my favorite--it was an act of God. Which is what they used to say about heart attacks, until they learned how the heart act…

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Creatine Is Also Beneficial For Heart Health 3:17

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In this episode, you will hear about the many benefits of creatine—widely known for its role in muscle building and athletic performance. Recent research has highlighted its potential benefits for cardiovascular health: a 28-day study demonstrated that creatine supplementation led to a 1.4% improvement in blood vessel function, a change associated …

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507. Five Mountain Development: The Emotional Mountain (Part 2) 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

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Continuing from part one of Mark Divine’s deep dive into the Emotional Mountain (a crucial but often difficult to integrate tenet of Five Mountain Development), this episode of The Unbeatable Mind finds Mark examining the profound impact emotions have on physical and mental well-being. From the complex interplay of emotions, mental processes, and p…

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Is VO2 Max Overrated? The Truth About This Popular Fitness Test 25:52

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Let’s talk about VO2 max—a laboratory cardiovascular performance test that began rising to prominence in the mainstream medical, fitness, and biohacking communities in the 2010’s as an excellent way to measure general cardiovascular health, disease risk, and longevity potential. It’s great to see the integration of performance-oriented metrics into…

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506. Five Mountain Development: The Emotional Mountain (Part 1) 47:22

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Welcome to another episode of The Unbeatable Mind podcast with Mark Divine. This week, we’re continuing the journey through Five Mountain Development. In this episode, the spotlight is on the Emotional Mountain, often a stumbling block for many on their personal growth journey. Mark shares his personal experiences and insights, revealing how emotio…

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What's old is new again? Lakers, Nuggets and Warriors all in the title mix 45:55

4M ago45:55

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On today's episode Jarod Hector and David Thorpe discuss: The Lakers, Nuggets, and Warriors as title contenders The revitalized Detroit Pistons franchise, how far can this go? The Knicks and Grizzlies have excellent records but are a notch below the true contenders, what's the deal? More on the disastrous Luka Doncic trade Top 5 NBA teams right now…

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Tania Teschke: The Benefits Of Ancestral Cuisine, Slow Food Culture, And Natural Skin Care Products 1:12:55

4M ago1:12:55

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Please welcome my good friend, Tania Teschke back to the show! Tania is the author of the book Bordeaux Kitchen, which by many accounts is the best book ever written in the ancestral health scene—it is an absolute encyclopedia of healthy living, French food, wine, and culture. She has studied under some of the finest chefs and sommeliers and brings…

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505. Mental Mountain Mastery - Part 2: Techniques and Transformations with Mark Divine 26:57

4M ago26:57

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In this continuation of his discussion on the Mental Mountain, Mark Divine expands on his earlier episode about mental training within his Five Mountains framework (Physical, Mental, Emotional, Intuitional, and Spiritual). He delves deeper into various meditation techniques and mental training practices, drawing from his personal experiences with Z…