Acta Non Verba

In this episode Marcus sits down with Commander William C. Spears, a US Navy submarine warfare officer and author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." Together, they explore the practical application of stoic philosophy in leadership, adversity, and modern life, offering insights for anyone seeking to live by actions, not words.

Episode Highlights:

• 1:10 — Introduction to Commander William C. Spears and his background in the US Navy
• 11:30 — The deeper meaning of stoicism and the "dichotomy of control" as a philosophical razor
• 19:00 — Stoicism’s role in leadership, duty, and making ethical decisions as a professional and a human
• 42:00 — Applying stoic practices to overcome hardship and grow through adversity

Commander William C. Spears is a submarine warfare officer in the US Navy, having served as a weapons officer on a fast attack submarine and as an executive officer of a Trident missile submarine. He is the author of "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy," a deeply researched exploration of stoic thought from a warfighter’s perspective. Spears is also a prolific writer on leadership and ethics, sharing his insights on his website and LinkedIn.

In this episode, Marcus sits down with Navy SEAL combat veteran, bestselling author, and entrepreneur Brent Gleeson. They discuss leadership, personal growth, building resilient organizations, and Brent's new book "All In." The conversation dives deep into actionable strategies for success, the importance of systems, and how to balance achievement with fulfillment.

Episode Highlights:

1:05 - Brent Gleeson's background: Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, and author

9:50 - The Remarkable Results Pyramid: systems, mindset, and routines

25:10 - The story behind "All In" and the impact of personal transformation

35:10 - Accelerate: leveraging AI for organizational growth and leadership

Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran, award-winning speaker, and serial entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Exlr8, an AI-powered enterprise workforce app, and the author of bestselling books "Embrace the Suck," "Taking Point," and his latest, "All In." Brent is renowned for applying leadership and cultural principles from special operations to the business world, helping organizations drive performance and lead change.

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson speaks with Kyle Shepard—a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, former burpee world record holder, and functional fitness coach. Together, they explore the power of actions over words, the importance of resilience, lessons from adversity, and how to align values with daily life. Kyle shares his journey through military service, world record challenges, personal loss, and the strategies he uses to build mental and physical strength.

Key Highlights:

1. The Burpee World Record Story [2:30]
   Kyle shares how a friendly challenge led him to break the world record for burpees, and what the experience taught him about discipline and competition.
2. Resilience and Recovery [8:15]
   Discussion on the difference between resilience and burnout, and why intentional recovery is essential for sustained performance.
3. Navigating Personal Loss [32:40]
   Kyle opens up about experiencing miscarriages, the impact on his marriage, and how vulnerability and communication helped him and his wife heal and grow stronger.
4. Aligning Actions with Values [23:45]
   Insights on the importance of self-awareness, reflecting on core values, and ensuring that daily actions are in alignment with what truly matters.

Kyle Shepard is a father, husband, military audiologist, resilience instructor, and functional fitness coach. A former burpee world record holder, Kyle is passionate about helping others build resilience through intentional stress, mindset training, and community support. His journey includes military service, coaching, and overcoming personal adversity, all of which inform his approach to living a life based on actions, not words.

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with executive coach Bahar to explore the power of shadow work in leadership and personal growth. Bahar shares her expertise in psychology, neuropsychology, and functional medicine, discussing how leaders can overcome internal obstacles, foster resilience, and create lasting transformation in themselves and their organizations.

Key Highlights:

• 3:25 — The importance of shadow work for leaders and organizations
• 8:40 — How childhood patterns shape adult behavior and leadership
• 16:08 — The five survival strategies: fight, flight, freeze, fawn, fall apart
• 29:06 — Jungian psychology and the origins of shadow work
• 38:24 — Bahar’s personal journey through adversity and self-discovery
• 1:03:00 — The Alexander Method and integrating psychology, neurobiology, and coaching
• 1:23:00 — Executive presence, self-awareness, and transformation in leadership
• 1:40:00 — Bahar’s new book and course: Leadership Magnetism
• 1:53:00 — Advice for leaders on job transitions and finding meaning

Bahar is an executive coach and master performance coach with a background in psychology, neuropsychology, epigenetics, shadow work, and functional medicine. She specializes in helping leaders and organizations remove internal obstacles to mastery, focusing on deep transformation rather than just skill-building. Bahar is the creator of the Alexander Method and the course "Leadership Magnetism," and is dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal and professional success through self-awareness and resilience.

In this episode, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Sam Morris, co-founder and CEO of E9 Global and founder of Zen Warrior Training. They discuss resilience, authentic leadership, adaptability in the modern world, and the intersection of technology, philosophy, and personal growth.

Key Highlights:

1. [1:14] Sam Morris’s journey from adventure leader to paraplegic and the founding of Zen Warrior Training.
2. [16:35] The importance of adaptability and letting go of static identity in leadership and life.
3. [1:08:00] Sam explains E9 Global’s anti-counterfeit technology and the value of data sovereignty.
4. [1:17:00] Lessons in team building, self-awareness, and the role of humility in leadership.

Sam Morris is the co-founder and CEO of E9 Global, a MarTech company focused on data sovereignty and brand protection. After a life-changing accident left him paralyzed, Sam founded Zen Warrior Training, inspiring thousands to transcend limitations through resilience and authentic leadership. He is a sought-after speaker and coach, known for his unique perspective on adaptability, mindfulness, and organizational leadership.