Episodes

  • The Curiosity Advantage with Debra Clary

    The Curiosity Advantage with Debra Clary
    May 12 2026
    What if curiosity - not expertise - is the real driver of high performance? In this episode, we welcome Debra Clary to explore how leaders can unlock better results, stronger teams, and sustained growth by asking better questions. Drawing from research behind the Curiosity Curve, this conversation reveals why curiosity declines with experience and how to intentionally rebuild it to lead more effectively.
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    45 mins
  • How to Build Clarity, Energy, and Sustainable Performance with Madeline Davis Tully

    How to Build Clarity, Energy, and Sustainable Performance with Madeline Davis Tully
    May 5 2026
    In this episode, Holly and Michael welcome former rower and current performance coach, Madeline Davis Tully to the pod to explore how high performers navigate career plateaus, leadership, and identity shifts in mid-career. The conversation unpacks why traditional success strategies stop working, how values misalignment creates internal friction, and how coaching, systems, and self-awareness can unlock clarity, energy, and sustainable high performance.
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    42 mins
  • Daily Systems for Consistent High Performance with Laura Aubrey

    Daily Systems for Consistent High Performance with Laura Aubrey
    Apr 28 2026
    How do you sustain high performance across careers, parenting, and entrepreneurship? In this episode, rower turned real estate agent Laura Aubrey joins Michael on the pod to tells us how she makes it happen. This episode explores how disciplined habits, adaptability, and clarity of purpose drive long-term success. From athletics to real estate, the conversation breaks down how to manage chaos, stay focused on what matters, and build a business - and life - that compounds over time.
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    41 mins
  • How Development Teams Build Elite Athletes with Lauren LeClaire

    How Development Teams Build Elite Athletes with Lauren LeClaire
    Apr 21 2026
    How do athletes actually reach elite performance? In this episode, Michael and Kate welcome Lauren LeClaire to explore how development-focused teams build long-term success through culture, learning, and opportunity -not just results. Learn how coaching philosophy, team dynamics, and strategic race exposure shape high-performing athletes and sustainable careers.
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    41 mins
  • Maintaining Performance Over the Long Haul with John Hirsch

    Maintaining Performance Over the Long Haul with John Hirsch
    Apr 14 2026
    What does it take to sustain high performance for decades all while balancing a demanding career, personal life, and evolving goals? Join Sean, Michael, and guest John Hirsch as they dive into the details! This episode explores longevity in sport and life, revealing how to stay motivated, avoid burnout, and redefine success over time. From elite triathlon performance to public defense work, this conversation uncovers the mindset, systems, and choices that enable lasting excellence.
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    51 mins
  • How Endurance Athletes Build Durable High Performance with Emma Taylor

    How Endurance Athletes Build Durable High Performance with Emma Taylor
    Apr 7 2026
    What separates athletes who last decades from those who burn out or break down? In this episode, physical therapist, endurance coach, and competitive triathlete Emma Taylor shares what she sees from the front lines of high performance. From intrinsic motivation and consistency to strength training, injury prevention, and fueling strategies, this conversation explores how endurance athletes build durability, resilience, and long-term performance. Drawing on her work with athletes ranging from college competitors to athletes over 70, Emma explains why the best performers focus on process over outcomes, why strength training is essential for endurance sports, and how sleep, nutrition, and systems create sustainable success. This episode is especially valuable for endurance athletes, coaches, and high performers looking to balance training, career, and life while staying healthy and motivated over the long term.
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    31 mins
  • High Performance as a Member of the Steep Canyon Rangers with Aaron Burdett

    High Performance as a Member of the Steep Canyon Rangers with Aaron Burdett
    Mar 31 2026
    What does high performance look like outside of sports or corporate leadership? In this conversation, singer-songwriter and Steep Canyon Rangers member Aaron Burdett shares how musicians train their minds and craft to perform at elite levels. From managing pressure on stage to turning jealousy into motivation, Aaron explains the internal psychology of performance, creativity, and teamwork in the music industry. The discussion reveals surprising parallels between athletes, leaders, and artists, especially around resilience, preparation, and trusting the process.
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    39 mins
  • Sustaining High Performance in Women's Professional Cycling with Nicola Cranmer

    Sustaining High Performance in Women's Professional Cycling with Nicola Cranmer
    Mar 24 2026
    What does real high performance look like in sport and leadership? In this conversation, a long-time professional cycling team leader shares lessons from more than two decades building one of the longest-running women’s cycling programs. The discussion explores how elite athletes are developed, how to identify potential beyond results, and what habits separate sustainable high performance from short-term success. Listeners will learn how resilience, consistency, adaptability, and strong environments shape athletes and leaders, and why mastering fundamentals often matters more than talent alone.
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    33 mins