In this episode Jeff Boss, a mental health coach and former Navy SEAL, to explores his journey from the military to civilian life. Listen in as Marcus and Jeff delve into the philosophical underpinnings that have guided Jeff’s life, touching on his early interest in martial arts and how it shaped his mindset towards resilience and overcoming adversity. Jeff discusses the transition from being a 'war fighter' to a 'warrior', emphasizing the importance of processing emotions and moving beyond comf...
May 01, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 198
In this episode Rabbi Yonason Goldson explores the essence of living by the ethos of actions, not words, across various spheres of life, including leadership, education, and personal development. Rabbi Goldson, known for his work in ethics, shares insights into ethical leadership, the value of intellectual integrity, and the importance of confronting and understanding different viewpoints to foster a culture of trust and growth. Through their dialogue, Marcus and Rabbi Goldson delve into the sig...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 197
In this episode Jeff “Odie” Espenship, a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and safety leadership speaker, shares the impact of leadership fails, the importance of humility, task saturation, decision-making under pressure, and the indelible influence of personal experiences. Espenship shares personal anecdotes from his military and aviation career, offering insights into overcoming adversity and leading with integrity. This episode is a potent reminder of the weight of our actions and the legac...
Apr 17, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 196
In this episode Marcus discusses how constant stimulation from sound can lead to overstimulation, anxiety, and sleep issues. He proposes an auditory fast, a 30-day challenge where individuals minimize their exposure to sound, such as music, podcasts, and other forms of audio input during commutes and workout sessions. This practice, as revealed through Marcus's client stories, leads to major improvements in sleep quality, decision-making, stress reduction, and overall mental clarity. Marcus enco...
Apr 10, 2024•11 min•Season 4Ep. 195
In this episode Dr. Donald Gibson, a Marine, chiropractor, and world champion trap shooter, explores his life's journey from South Africa to the United States and his experience living the philosophy of 'actions, not words'. The conversation delves into Dr. Gibson's career, his approach to chiropractic care, emphasizing patient education and non-invasive treatment methods, and his return to trapshooting leading to a championship win. Through personal anecdotes and shared wisdom, this episode exa...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 194
In this episode Kelly Harrison, a retired Navy Commander and award-winning helicopter pilot, shares her harrowing experience of a near-fatal helicopter crash in 2007, and the leadership lessons she learned from it. Kelly discusses the importance of preparation, courage, and the value of sharing difficult experiences for personal growth and greater team cohesion. The conversation delves into the significance of diversity and open communication in leadership, and how Adversity can be a powerful te...
Mar 27, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 193
This week Mike Vacanti, author, speaker, and catalyst for human potential explores his journey with 'Humans First', a powerful movement aimed at empowering individuals and the abrupt shifts caused by the pandemic and social unrest. Mike shares insights from his own transformation during these times, including his faith journey and initiatives like 'Men of the Kingdom' aimed at young men's personal development. The episode also covers the concept of the 'House of Heroes', a new project aiming to ...
Mar 20, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 192
Brady Pesola shares his thoughts on integrating Stoicism into modern life, particularly as a tool against the emotional manipulation and challenges posed by artificial intelligence and social media algorithms. Drawing from his experience in tactical disciplines and Stoicism, the conversation showcases how Stoic principles of logic, reason, and personal responsibility can enhance resilience against external influences and encourage a more mindful, rational approach to technology. Episode Highligh...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 191
Lee McKinney, the talented guitarist and songwriter of the American metal band Born of Osiris recounts his journey from being a seventeen-year-old professional musician to overcoming substance addiction that led to a coma. He offers insightful discussion on developing unique artistic voice, the significance of discipline, parallels between martial arts and music, and the value of quality over quantity in social media. Underscoring the importance of authenticity, perseverance, and maintaining an ...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Season 4Ep. 190
This week Marcus discusses Occam's Razor, explained as 'the simplest answer is usually the best one', and suggests applying it in business by simplifying processes. The story of Alexander the Great cutting the Gordian Knot is used as a metaphor for finding direct and rule-bending solutions to complex problems. Finally, teachings of Greek Stoic philosopher, Epictetus, are shared, emphasizing the importance of disregarding elements beyond your control and focusing on thoughts, beliefs, and actions...
Feb 28, 2024•12 min•Season 4Ep. 189
Seerut Chawla explores an array of topics including therapeutic styles, psychotherapeutic modalities, the influence of social media, and aspects of psychotherapy. Seerut also shares insights on how her religion, Sikhism, has shaped her perceptions. Marcus and Seerut underline the importance of resilience, self-care, and pro-active mental health management. Episode Highlights: 07:26 Discussing the Role of Religion and Philosophy in Life 12:36 Exploring the Concept of Intellectual Humility 31:11 D...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 188
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Donald Robertson sheds light on the practice of Stoicism and its relevance in today's world. He warns against the societal perils of anger, victim mentality, and information manipulation, especially in the age of technologically advanced misinformation. Drawing parallels between ancient teachings of Socrates and modern societal influence, Robertson emphasizes the defensive power of philosophy in understanding logical fallacies, rhetoric, and promoting critical ...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 4Ep. 187
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Dr. Mark Goulston, a leadership and mindset coach, renowned psychiatrist, and former FBI and police hostage negotiator shares about adversity, leadership, and overcoming personal challenges. Dr. Goulston speaks candidly about his current battle with myeloid leukemia and his YouTube series 'I'm Dying to Tell You.' Listen as Marcus and Dr. Goulston explore the significance of humor, vulnerability, learning from adversity, deep connections, and the power of accept...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 186
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus shares his experiences and the lessons learned from being a part of the Arete Syndicate, a group composed of successful warriors, leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts. Marcus was awarded the 'Arete Syndicate Create a Positive Impact Award' for his contributions as a speaker, leadership coach, and author. He highlights five key lessons he learned from the Syndicate and shares anecdotes from his unique journey. He emphasizes the importance of actions, pushi...
Jan 31, 2024•13 min•Season 4Ep. 185
In this episode of the Acta Non Verba podcast, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson gets into an in-depth conversation with Don Vandergriff, a veteran, best-selling author, and leadership expert, about how observing someone's actions can give valuable insights into their true beliefs. Vandergriff emphasizes the importance of the ability to adapt and make decisions on the spot, especially in challenging war scenarios. Listen in as they explore the power of communication and empowering team members while...
Jan 24, 2024•58 min•Season 4Ep. 184
On the Acta Non Verba show, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson talks to Errol Doebler, a Former Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent, Executive Coach, and Leadership Expert. The conversation explores the importance of emotional awareness, responding to adversity, and ice cold leadership. Doebler discusses his use of cold exposure therapy as a tool for testing stress response and resetting the nervous system. The conversation underlines the recurrent theme that every adversity is unique and needs to be acc...
Jan 17, 2024•59 min•Season 4Ep. 183
This week on Acta Non Verba, Dave Sanderson, a survivor of the "miracle on the Hudson" shares how the event and his mentor's teachings on keeping one's word and taking decisive action shaped his response during the crisis. He recounts the crash of US Airways flight 1549, the immediate aftermath, and his role in helping others. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership, taking action in adversity, and finding meaning in life's challenging moments. Dave Sanderson, a nationally recog...
Jan 10, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 182
This week on Acta Non Verba, Bobby Umar discusses the importance of having a target audience when telling your story. He shares how his personal values, family, and legacy shape his actions and decisions. Listen in as Bobby and I also explore balancing work and personal life, especially in relation to parenting. We share our experiences with social media and its role in building influence and creating opportunities, as well as topics like racism, leadership, public speaking, and personal struggl...
Jan 03, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 181
This week on Acta Non Verba, I’m discussing the common practice of making New Year's resolutions, citing that 80% of people fail within two weeks. Rather than repeating the cycle, I have four transformational questions to help leaders align their goals with their vision and purpose. This episode provides an insight into the philosophies, tactics, and strategies used by successful leaders to overcome adversity and lead extraordinary lives. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to ...
Dec 27, 2023•8 min•Season 4Ep. 180
This week on Acta Non Verba, William Branham discusses leadership, mindset, and public speaking. Branham, a Navy SEAL veteran, shares his experiences transitioning from the military to civilian life, overcoming imposter syndrome, and his continuous pursuit of growth and learning. Listen in as we explore the challenges of public speaking, particularly TED talks, and the importance of authenticity. Branham also shares his experiences in leadership coaching, the impact of his organization, Man Made...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 179
This week on Acta Non Verba, Eric Leija joins me to discuss the importance of practical experience in fitness coaching and the value of authenticity in the fitness industry. Eric shares his personal journey, including his transition from in-person to online coaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, his struggles with self-doubt, and his approach to relationships and love. The conversation also touches on the importance of facing adversity, continuous growth, and personal empowerment. Eric Leija is ...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 178
This week on Acta Non Verba, Nick Lavery discusses the importance of actions over words, leadership, and the power of failure and resilience in entrepreneurship. Listen in as Nick shares his insights on the military's chain of command, the lack of formalized leadership training, and the role of psychology in leadership. We also delve into personal experiences with adversity and the power of gratitude. Nick Lavery is a Massachusetts native and active-duty member of the United States Army Special ...
Dec 06, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 177
This week on Acta Non Verba, I’m discussing the concept of learning like a leader. I’m exploring the importance of teaching what one learns, investing in oneself, and applying knowledge in a leadership role. I also highlight the value of attending live events and applying the knowledge gained to one's team or community. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com . There you can take action by j...
Nov 29, 2023•10 min•Season 4Ep. 176
This week on Acta Non Verba, Mark McGrath discuses the importance of adaptability, decision-making, and embracing change in both life and business. Join me and Mark as he shares his insights on theories such as John Boyd's OODA loop and VUCA, emphasizing the need to constantly update our cognitive software to align with reality. He also discusses the role of trauma in shaping a person's orientation and the significance of prioritizing people, ideas, and things in organizations. Mark McGrath is a...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 175
Are you inspired by the courage and strength of our nation's heroes? This week on Acta Non Verba join us in exploring the mission of Debbie Lee, an author, public speaker, political activist and Gold Star Mom who has spent her life honoring our troops and military families. In response to her son's last letter home to "pass on the love, the kindness, the precious gift of human life," she founded America’s Mighty Warriors to provide programs that improve quality of life for our military personnel...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 174
This week on Acta Non Verba I’m discussing the teachings of Guro Dan Inosanto, Bruce Lee's protege. Guro Dan Inosanto, who continues to teach martial arts worldwide, emphasizes the importance of being fully engaged in training and continuously learning from different systems. Tune and as I share how to apply these principles to leadership and entrepreneurship, highlighting the need for adaptability, continuous learning, and self-improvement. We’ll talk about the importance of being coachable as ...
Nov 08, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 173
This week on Acta Non Verba Rhett Power discusses the importance of accountability, discipline, and self-reflection for personal and professional growth. Join us as Rhett shares his personal experiences and insights from his interactions with renowned leadership expert, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith. We also delve into the challenges faced by coaches and leaders, emphasizing the need for authenticity and alignment of actions with values. Listen in as Rhett shares a deeply personal story about his son's...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 172
This week on Acta Non Verba David Pere discusses the challenges veterans face and how Pere achieved financial success through real estate. Pere shares his journey of financial education, starting with reading "Rich Dad Poor Dad" and eventually buying his first property. Listen in as we explore the importance of having a strong financial position, the lessons learned from the military, and the resilience required in entrepreneurship. David Pere joined the Marine Corps in August 2008. Since that t...
Oct 25, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 171
This week on Acta Non Verba Crystal shares her experiences with the ketogenic diet, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. She discusses her journey in bodybuilding competitions, her decision to bring her own food to events due to gastrointestinal issues, and her experience with childbirth. Crystal also talks about the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and the importance of passion, authenticity, and perseverance in building a business. The conversation also touches on the concept of radica...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 170
This week on Acta Non Verba Ryan discusses his journey from being homeless to building a multimillion-dollar demolition company. Listen in as we explore the importance of creating systems and structures in business, work-life balance, the significance of near-death experiences, hiring and building a strong team, and prioritizing freedom and a stress-free lifestyle. Ryan shares his personal experiences, insights, and advice, emphasizing the importance of resilience, adaptability, and taking actio...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 169
