In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, At the Edge of a Cliff, He Almost Stepped Off… But Purpose Intervened, host Charles Wallace sits down with Scott Rogers — Royal Marine veteran, global expedition leader, and co-founder of Summit & Soul — to share the story of how one life-changing moment on the edge gave birth to something bigger than survival.

Scott opens up about the day he nearly ended his life — and the moment purpose pulled him back. He shares how that experience led to Summit & Soul, the mission he now leads with his partner Jade to help others reconnect with resilience, rediscover strength, and find meaning beyond the struggle.

This isn’t just a story about pain — it’s a story about what comes after. About how the lowest point can become the beginning of something powerful. About how standing on the edge can remind you what it means to live.

We talk about the weight of silence, the courage it takes to speak, and how purpose can rise out of the darkest places.

🎯 If you’ve ever felt like you were standing on your own edge, this episode will remind you — there’s always a reason to stay.

Connect with Scott Rogers on LinkedIn to learn more about Summit & Soul.

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, He Became Great at Violence — So He Could Choose Peace, host Charles Wallace sits down with Rob DuBois — former U.S. Navy SEAL, author of Powerful Peace, and founder of Impact Actual — to explore the duality of humanity and what it truly means to be a warrior.

Rob shares his journey from warfighter to peace advocate, revealing how mastering violence doesn’t make you more dangerous — it makes you disciplined. He talks about the balance between strength and empathy, control and chaos, and how true power is the ability to choose restraint when destruction is easy.

We go deep into the warrior’s paradox — why peace requires strength, how discipline creates freedom, and why the most capable fighters often become the most peaceful men.

This isn’t about glorifying war. It’s about understanding the body, mind, heart, and soul of a true warrior.

Rob’s perspective challenges everything we think we know about violence, vulnerability, and the cost of control. His words are a reminder that the strongest men are often the calmest ones.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered what it means to be strong enough to protect peace, this episode will shift your perspective.

Explore more about Rob DuBois and his work at:

🌐 https://high-impact-tribe.mn.co

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, The Human Edge of Leadership: Lessons from the Front Line, host Charles Wallace sits down with Mark Stephen — leadership coach, consultant, and former police officer — to uncover what real leadership looks like when pressure, purpose, and people collide.

This isn’t theory — it’s leadership from the front line. Mark shares what decades in policing taught him about trust, communication, and leading when the stakes are life or death. He reveals how psychological safety, adaptability, and authentic connection form the foundation of every high-performance team.

We dive deep into the human side of leadership — why technical skills alone aren’t enough, how to rebuild trust after it’s broken, and why the best leaders focus on culture, growth, and people before process.

With hard-won wisdom and real-world stories, Mark Stephen challenges leaders to step beyond rank and reputation — and discover the power of empathy, honesty, and human performance.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered how to lead when it truly matters — how to earn trust, build belief, and perform under pressure — this episode is for you.

Explore more about Mark Stephen on LinkedIn:

🌐 / mark-stephen-523278159

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, The Silent Skill: How Stillness Unlocks Real Success, host Charles Wallace sits down with Craig White — renowned performance mentor, leadership coach, and former professional rugby coach — to explore why stillness, clarity, and purpose are the true foundations of lasting success.

This isn’t just a conversation about performance — it’s about redefining success, breaking free from the hustle trap, and learning why thriving begins with inner alignment. With decades of experience mentoring athletes, entrepreneurs, and leaders around the world, Craig White reveals how forgiveness, confidence, and stillness create the conditions for sustainable growth in life and leadership.

We talk about the mental blocks that hold high performers back, the ripple effect of true leadership, and why stillness is not weakness but a hidden strength. Most importantly, Craig White shares how each of us can step into clarity, discover our own definition of success, and live in alignment with our deepest gifts.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to move beyond stress and hustle into clarity, calm, and true performance — this episode is for you.Explore more about Craig White:

🌐 Website: https://craigwhitementoring.com

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, What Pressure Reveals About Us, host Charles Wallace sits down with Atlas Aultman — former military leader, White House communications specialist, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and host of the Targeted Podcast — to explore what it means to carry the weight of responsibility, lead under pressure, and rise when adversity shapes identity.

This isn’t just another leadership chat. It’s about identity shaped through adversity, the weight of responsibility, and how staying on target defines the man you become. Known for his straight-shooting style on the Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman brings his story of being adopted at age 5, serving in the military at the highest levels, and now calling men to step forward, embrace responsibility, and build lives that matter.

We talk about the cost of responsibility, the reality of living with a high say/do ratio, and why adversity introduces a man to himself. Most importantly, Atlas shares why responsibility isn’t a burden — it’s the call sign.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to rise above adversity, lead with action instead of excuses, and discover who you are in the face of responsibility — this episode is for you.

Explore more about Atlas Aultman:

🎥 YouTube: * / @targeted-podcast

📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlas_aultm...

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, Voices That Refuse to Be Silenced: Dr. John A. King on Trauma and Human Trafficking, host Charles Wallace sits down with Dr. John A. King — award-winning poet, author, activist, and founder of the Give Them a Voice Foundation — to explore what it means to confront trauma, fight for the voiceless, and stand up when silence is not an option.

This isn’t just a conversation about trauma recovery — it’s about justice, resilience, and the courage to speak when the world would rather you stay quiet. Recognized as one of the Top Ten Global Leaders in the fight against human trafficking, Dr. John A. King brings his personal story of overcoming PTS, caused by years of childhood sexual abuse, and his ongoing battle to give survivors of trafficking a chance to heal and be heard.

We talk about the cost of silence, why voices that refuse to be silenced can change the world, and how turning pain into purpose creates not only healing but also movements of justice. Most importantly, Dr. King shares how each of us can choose courage over apathy — and why doing nothing is never neutral.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to transform suffering into strength — and how speaking out can spark hope for others — this episode is for you.

Explore more about Dr. John A. King:

🌐 Website: https://drjohnaking.com

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, Consistency Breeds Accuracy: The Sniper’s Mindset for Leadership and Life, host Charles Wallace sits down with Ross Wilson — former Royal Marine Commando Sniper and founder of Constantiam Consultancy — to explore what true discipline, resilience, and leadership look like under pressure.

This isn’t just a conversation about the military — it’s about life, performance, and the choices we make when precision matters most. After 27 years in the Royal Marines, Ross Wilson brings the lessons of a sniper’s patience, focus, and consistency into the world of leadership and human performance.

We talk about what the battlefield taught him about decision-making, why consistency breeds accuracy is more than a motto, and how resilience and mental health are just as vital as performance and results. Most importantly, Ross shares how the sniper’s mindset applies to everyday leaders — in business, in life, and within ourselves.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered how to stay locked on target when life gets chaotic — and how discipline and resilience can transform your leadership — this episode is for you.

Explore more about Ross Wilson:

🌐 LinkedIn: / constantiam-rosswilson-00597817

🌐 Website: https://www.constantiam.uk

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In this powerful episode of The Bear Essentials Podcast, 29 Minutes Without Air Underwater: Vitomir Maričić on Human Potential, host Charles Wallace sits down with Vitomir Maričić — world-class freediver, coach, and Guinness World Record holder — to explore what it really means to push past the limits we think are fixed.

This isn’t just a conversation about freediving — it’s about fear, resilience, and the stillness that allows us to discover more of who we are. From setting a record by holding his breath for 29 minutes underwater to training athletes across the world, Vitomir Maričić proves that human possibility runs deeper than we imagine.

We dive into the silence that tests the mind, the discipline required to master fear, and the universal lessons about breath and presence that apply far beyond the ocean. Most importantly, Vitomir shares how stillness and resilience can transform not only your performance, but your perspective on life itself.

🎯 If you’ve ever wondered how much more you’re truly capable of — and how calm, courage, and discipline can unlock it — this episode is for you.

Explore more about Vitomir Maričić:

🌐 Instagram: / maverick2go

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