Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! The 41st Chief of Staff of the Army invites Joe to the Pentagon for a discussion on innovation, leadership, and the continuous transformation needed to keep the Army at the forefront of modern warfare. General George shares insights from his recent experien…

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! Joe McCormack returns to the show to discuss his newest book: Quiet Works: Making Silence the Secret Ingredient of the Workday . Together, Joe and Joe explore how quiet time enhances leadership, reduces distractions, and improves communication. They share i…

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! In this episode, Joe welcomes Chase Jarvis, a creative powerhouse, entrepreneur, and author of Never Play It Safe. Chase shares how his own journey, from professional soccer aspirations to becoming a world-renowned photographer, taught him that real growth …

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! Joe Byerly welcomes back Jack Carr, former Navy SEAL and bestselling author to discuss his first nonfiction work, Targeted Beirut, which explores the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing, a pivotal moment in U.S. military history and the War on Terror. Together, th…

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! Erin Wade, founder and former CEO of Homeroom, a mac-and-cheese restaurant in Oakland, to discuss her latest book: The Mac and Cheese Millionaire: Building a Better Business by Thinking Outside the Box and her journey from being an unfulfilled attorney to a…

Send us a text On June 17, 2020, while deployed to Afghanistan, Jacob Cool was woken at 2 a.m. with the devastating news of his 16-year-old son’s sudden death due to an undiagnosed heart condition. In the aftermath of this tragedy, Jacob grappled with the overwhelming pain and questioned his own will to live, reflecting on how he avoided becoming a…

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! Join Joe as he sits down with Silicon Valley legend Guy Kawasaki, author of Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference. In this episode, they dive into what it truly means to “Do Good Shit” and how to make a lasting impact on the…

Send us a text The FTGN Merch Store is Live!! Help Support the site with official FTGN Gear! General Scott Miller, U.S. Army Retired, returns to the show to reflect on a storied career spanning nearly four decades, offering candid insights on the key moments that shaped his leadership. In this episode, Joe and General Miller dive deep into foundati…

Send us a text Jeff Wetzler, author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life joins Joe to dive into the transformative power of asking quality questions and how this simple yet powerful practice can unlock hidden wisdom within any organization. In this episode, Joe and Jeff discuss:…

Send us a text Laird Hamilton, a legend in the world of surfing joins Joe to provide a unique perspective on how to push boundaries, overcome fears, and find joy in the challenges life throws our way. In this episode, Joe and Laird discuss: Growth Through Adversity: Laird discusses how facing and overcoming challenges has shaped his life and career…

Send us a text Will Bowen, author of A Complaint Free World: How to Stop Complaining and Start Enjoying the Life You Always Wanted joins Joe to discuss the negative impact of complaining on our perception of the world. They also explore how making a conscious effort to quit complaining can significantly improve our lives. In this episode, Joe and W…

Send us a text Former Navy SEAL and New York Times bestselling author, Jack Carr, joins Joe for a powerful discussion ahead of the release of his 7th book in The Terminal List series, Red Sky Mourning. They explore the following: Why leaders need to be readers The perfect way to gift a book Transitioning from the military The importance of values i…

Send us a text Former World Series of Poker Champion and best-selling author, Annie Duke, returns to the show to discuss the concepts from her book, Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away. Annie shares insights on how grit, often celebrated as a virtue, can also lead to sticking with paths that no longer serve us. Joe and Annie draw parallels…

Send us a text Former World Series of Poker Champion and best-selling author, Annie Duke, joins Joe to share her journey from studying cognitive science to becoming a poker legend, and how this experience led her to explore the cognitive underpinnings of decision-making in everyday life. Joe and Annie explore the fundamental concepts from her book,…

Send us a text Colin Stevens, author of Make Your Mark: Lessons from Legends for a Life of Fulfillment and Impact, joins the show to share his inspiring story of chasing a dream that didn't pan out the way he thought it would and the lessons he's learned along the way. Joe and Colin talk about the following topics: The importance of self-belief for…

Send us a text Dr. Amishi Jha joins Joe to discuss her book, Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day . Amishi sheds light on the complexities of the brain's attention system to help us understand how we can navigate and enhance our focus in stressful and demanding jobs. In this episode Joe and Amishi discuss: How our…

Send us a text Dr. Michael Norton joins Joe to discuss his new book, The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions. In this episode, Joe and Dr. Norton explore the hidden power of rituals in our daily lives. Highlights from this episode include: Understanding the powerful impact of rituals The difference …

Send us a text Lieutenant General Christopher Donahue returns to the show to continue his previous conversation with Joe on culture and leadership. In this episode, they discuss: What LTG Donahue has learned since his last appearance on the podcast How the culture of the 82nd Airborne Division held up during the evacuation of Afghanistan Four reaso…

Send us a text The 41st Chief of Staff of the Army, General Randy A. George makes his first appearance on the podcast for a great discussion about leadership, his vision, and the lessons he's learned over the course of his four-decade career. General George and Joe cover a lot of ground in this episode, discussing topics including: Encouraging prof…

Send us a text Matt Higgins, author the Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential joins Joe and shares his amazing story of escaping poverty and how his "Burn the Boats!" philosophy has guided his life. Joe and Matt also discuss: Changing our relationship with imposter syndrome Adopting a "burn the boats" mindset in vari…

Send us a text Author Steven Pressfield returns for his 3rd appearance on the show to discuss his latest book The Daily Pressfield . In this episode, Joe and Steve talk about: How small, daily passages can change our lives The power of answering your calling and the potential consequences of ignoring this internal pull How to face and overcome Resi…

Send us a text Army Colonel Dave Butler joins Joe to discuss communication for leaders in today's information environment. This episode is a must-listen for leaders at all levels because Dave and Joe tackle the delicate dance military leaders must perform on social media, navigating the fine line between engagement and overexposure. Dave and Joe al…

Send us a text International Bestselling author Terry Hayes joins Joe to discuss his remarkable career(s) and how they prepared him to write I Am Pilgrim and The Year of the Locust. Terry and Joe also talk about: Terry's decision to leave Hollywood to write novels Fighting through self-doubt Being ready for the difficulties when pursuing your calli…

Send us a text Anna Papalia, author of Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing, joins Joe to discuss her new book and help leaders get better at interviews. Joe and Anna talk about: The Four Interview Styles: Charmers, Challengers, Harmonizers, and Examiners Top interview myths Why we need self-awareness Leveraging your interview style and …

Send us a text Sergeant Major of the Army, Sergeant Major Michael Weimer joins the show to discuss what he's learned from his decades of experience in the Army and how family, mentors, and self-reflection have helped him grow into the leader he is today. Joe and Weimer also talk about: Why the military can be "the family business" Weimer's biggest …

Send us a text Juliet Funt, author of A Minute to Think, returns to the podcast to discuss tactics for leaders to integrate healthy work behaviors into their organizations and the surprising benefits of setting boundaries on our digital availability. Joe and Juliet also talk about: Disconnecting during vacations to be present Negative impacts of re…

Send us a text New York Times Bestselling biographer Brian Jay Jones joins Joe to discuss George Lucas: A Life, Becoming Dr. Seuss, and Jim Henson: The Biography. Brian and Joe talk about the lessons we can learn from Lucas, Dr. Seuss, and Henson: Overcoming self-doubt and leveraging the power of frustration Paying attention to our life's purpose T…

Send us a text Jacquelyn Lane and Scott Osman, authors of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Becoming Coachable: Unleashing the Power of Executive Coaching To Transform Your Leadership and Life join Joe to discuss: The difference between mentoring and coaching (and why this matters) How power dynamics can impact leader feedback Uncovering your blin…

Send us a text Nick Hutchison, author of Rise of the Reader: Strategies for Mastering Your Reading Habits and Applying What You learn joins Joe to talk about the power of books. In this episode Nick and Joe talk about: Why reading helps us maximize our potential Ways to solve some of our most troubling problems Where to find the time to read each d…

Send us a text New York Times besetselling author Austin Kleon joins Joe to discuss how all of us can become more creative people. In this episode Joe and Austin talk about: The importance of reading widely Why routines matter The power inside of our old green notebooks "Scenius" is better than genius Tension makes us better How uniforms influence …

Send us a text Lieutenant General Jonathan Braga, the commander of United States Army Special Operations Command joins Joe to share lessons from his military career. Joe and LTG Braga cover a wide-range of topics to include: Regrets and self-selecting out of opportunities Not being satisfied with the status quo Where great ideas come from The perfo…

Send us a text Eduardo Briceño joins the show to discuss his book, the Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action. He explains that if we focus only on performing, our performance suffers, which is why he coined the term "the performance paradox." Joe and Eduardo discuss the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, how to av…

Send us a text Massimo Pigliucci, author of The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us About Our Search for Good Leaders, joins the show to answer a three thousand year old question: Are we born with good character or can we develop it? Professor Pigliucci and Joe discuss how the ancient Greeks and Romans approach…

Send us a text General Wayne Eyre, the Chief of the Defense Staff for Canada, joins Joe to share over three decades worth of leadership lessons, including how reading, writing, and reflection have shaped his career. They also talk about what it means to be a professional in today’s military, the importance of holistic health and fitness for leaders…

Send us a text Billy Oppenheimer joins Joe for a discussion about books and the positive influence they can have in our lives. Billy and Joe share the lessons they have learned from reading about Disney Pixar, Bob Dylan, General Patton, Dr. Seuss, The Lumineers, George Lucas, and many others. They also talk about the importance of writing and refle…

Send us a text Marshall Goldsmith joins Joe to discuss his latest book, The Earned Life and what he's learned about life and leadership over the course his career as an executive coach. Joe and Marshall cover a wide range of important topics to include why we need to understand what motivates us, the relationship between power and ego, and the diff…

Send us a text Ben Milligan, author of By Water Beneath the Walls: The Rise of the Navy SEALs, joins Joe to discuss the history of the Navy SEALs, how they influenced special operations in the US Military, and why their history matters today. Ben also shares his inspirational story of how he researched and wrote this book (his first one) while work…

Send us a text Oliver Burkeman, the bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals joins Joe to discuss the problem of people not having enough time and the elusive work/life balance. He shares why most time optimization techniques make our lives worse off and offers a new way to approach time management that will help us li…

Send us a text Award-winning journalist Sally Jenkins joins the Joe to discuss her newest book: The Right Call: What Sports Teach Us About Work and Life. In this episode, she shares key insights on performance that's she's learned from decades of observing, interviewing, and analyzing elite coaches and playmakers, such as Bill Belichick, Peyton Man…

Send us a text In this special All American Week episode of the podcast, Chloe Gavin joins Joe to discuss the recently published Gavin at War: The WWII diary of Lieutenant General James M. Gavin. Chloe shares why she chose to publish her father's deeply personal journal and why leaders today can benefit from reading it. They also talk about the leg…

Send us a text Kevin Kelly, author of Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I'd Wish I'd Known Earlier joins Joe to discuss his latest book and share the lessons he's learned from over seven decades on this planet. Kevin and Joe cover everything from finding lost car keys to goal-setting to the importance of writing our thoughts down to understand wh…

Send us a text The CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab joins Joe to discuss ways in which individuals can improve their overall performance through proper fitness programming, nutrition, and sleep. Dustin also shares his leadership lessons from growing a company, while also balancing his mental well-being and his commitment to his family. MTNTOUGH Fitness …

Send us a text Dr. Lisa Miller, the author of The Spiritual Child and The Awakened Brain, joins Joe in this powerful episode to discuss the science behind spirituality. Dr. Miller shares her findings on the neurological effects of spirituality and how it can help combat depression and anxiety, make us more resilient, and lead us to living more fulf…

Send us a text Melissa Urban, the CEO of Whole30 and author of The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free, joins Joe to discuss the importance of setting boundaries in our professional lives so that we can avoid burnout, be present at home, and show up to work as the best version of ourselves. Melissa and Joe talk about how to ap…

Send us a text Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, joins Joe to discuss the lessons he's learned about life from spending the last decade giving advice on everything from relationships to resiliency. Joe and Mark talk about happiness, finding purpose, and ways to increase perspective. Mark also shares insights he gained work…

Send us a text Joe McCormack, author of BRIEF: Make a Bigger Impact By Saying Less, returns to the podcast to discuss his follow-up book NOISE: Living and Leading when Nobody Can Focus. He shares how our electronic devices are hijacking our ability to focus, talks about the concept of infobesity, and offers ideas on how we can be deliberate about w…

Send us a text The extraordinary Seth Godin joins Joe to discuss the importance of focusing on the practice over outcomes, why the process matters, and how we can create buy-in within our organizations. Seth also explains why writing is important habit to develop in our personal and professional lives. Seth Godin is the author of nineteen internati…

Send us a text Joe Hart, the President and CEO of Dale Carnegie & Associates, joins the show to discuss his recently published book, Take Command: Find Your Inner Strength, Build Enduring Relationships, and Live the Life You Want. Joe and Joe talk about the importance of gaining control of our thoughts and emotions, daily habits, and how to ask for…

Send us a text Command Sergeant Major JoAnn Naumann shares her powerful story of coming to the realization that something wasn't right internally and if she wanted to lead others, she needed to begin with herself. Joe and JoAnn discuss stigmas with asking for help, the importance of habits and rituals, and setting professional boundaries.…

Send us a text Steven Pressfield returns to the podcast to discuss his newest book, Govt Cheese: A Memoir. He recounts his decades-long journey in "the wilderness", working as a truck driver, apple picker, and struggling screenwriter, before discovering his true calling. Joe and Steven discuss the stories we tell ourselves when faced with failure a…