How does a 17-year-old podcaster become a tech founder and industry voice?

Entrepreneur and creator Casey Adams reveals the lessons that shaped his career—curiosity, relationship-building, and staying human in an AI-driven world.

He breaks down how podcasting opened doors to business deals, deeper self-awareness, and his newest venture, Listener.com, built to redefine podcast analytics.

👉 Want to level up your own show? Get early access to Listener.com and transform your podcast analytics.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Conversations Create Opportunities: Podcasting can unlock networks, mentors, and business deals you can’t access any other way.

2. Stay Curious, Not Scripted: Genuine curiosity beats over-preparation—great interviews come from presence, not notes.

3. Know What Matters: Success accelerates when you prioritize relationships, presence, and the people who ground you.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Intro

6:07 Purpose and Evolution of the Podcast

12:12 Impact of Podcasting on Personal and Professional Growth

18:05 Influence of Podcasting on Business and Personal Relationships

23:50 Casey Adams' Approach to Interviewing

30:04 The Role of Podcasting in Personal and Professional Success

37:13 The Future of Podcasting and Listener.com

43:01 Advice for Future Self and Final Thoughts

Connect with Casey Adams

Website: https://www.caseyadams.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseyadamsshow/

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In this episode of Inside The Inspired we dive into the theme of inaction and its costs.

Today we're talking about why hesitation and indecision can hinder personal growth and success, sharing personal anecdotes and insights from my journey as a father and professional. From the importance of aligning decision-making with personal values and taking decisive action to overcome fear and achieve desired outcomes - if you feel like you can't make decisions quickly and effectively, this one is for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Inaction costs time, energy, and self-trust.
• Decisive action aligns with personal values.
• Fear of failure and judgment hinders decision-making.
• Action provides clarity and feedback.
• Public failure can lead to personal growth.
• Aligning decisions with values accelerates progress.
• Imperfect action is better than inaction.
• Decisiveness leads to emotional and professional benefits.
• Understanding fear behind indecision is crucial.
• Bad outcomes don't equal bad decisions.

Check out my latest article on the cost of inaction ⁠here⁠.

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What does it take to stay sharp, resilient, and purpose-driven in high-pressure careers? 💼

Former fighter turned performance coach Jess Sargus shares how she built her “Legal Athlete” mindset—blending mental fitness, emotional intelligence, and self-compassion to outperform stress.

She shares how the principles of stress inoculation and action orientation transform pressure into purpose — and how embracing humanity is the key to thriving in the age of AI.

Read her upcoming book “Fierce Agency” to learn how to lead yourself with confidence, embrace challenge, and perform at your highest level—on your own terms.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Train Your Inner Athlete: Use focus, discipline, and recovery to master mental performance.

2. Lead with Fierce Agency: Replace perfectionism with purpose and progress.

3. Adapt Without Losing Yourself: Integrate AI and innovation while staying grounded in humanity.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

11:20 Jess Sargus' Background and Competitive Spirit

22:46 Practical Tips for Focus and High Performance

33:49 Navigating Uncertainty and Emotional Intelligence

45:42 The Fierce Agency Framework and Future Goals

54:05 Future version of Jess from 10 years from now

55:57 Closing words and connecting with Jess

Connect with Jess Sargus

Website: https://www.thelegalathlete.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess_sargus/

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What separates elite performers from everyone else? 🧠

World-record ultramarathoner Zach Bitter shares the powerful mental frameworks that help him conquer pain, push through fatigue, and turn discomfort into fuel for unstoppable growth. Discover how visualization, mindset conditioning, and science-backed recovery techniques can help you build resilience, sharpen focus, and achieve peak performance in running—and in life.

👉 Ready to elevate your endurance and mindset? Book a 1:1 performance coaching session with Zach at zachbitter.com/coaching and start training your mind—and body—for lasting success.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Train Your Inner Game: Learn how elite performers use mindset, focus, and courage to perform under pressure.

2. Turn Fear Into Power: Transform fear and discomfort into the energy that drives confidence and growth.

3. Live with Purpose, Not Pressure: Redefine success by aligning daily actions with your higher mission and values.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

4:53 Zach's Mental Strength and Ego

9:43 Defining Mental Strength

14:13 Focus and Chaos in Ultra-Marathoning

18:53 Navigating Doubt and Suffering

23:29 Visualization and Training Strategies

28:32 Dealing with Criticism and Pushback

32:55 The Role of Running in Personal Growth

37:44 Future Goals and Recovery

42:21 The Evolution of Ultra-Marathoning

47:26 Zach's Podcast and Coaching

Connect with Zach Bitter

Website: https://zachbitter.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachbitter/

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Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Hear the stories of founders, innovators, and game-changers pushing the edge of wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes that energize your journey.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

What if your greatest failure became your greatest teacher? Former pro athlete Jim Murphy reveals how to master inner excellence—the mindset of elite performers who thrive under pressure.

Discover science-backed tools for building mental toughness, emotional balance, and lasting resilience through gratitude, courage, and purpose. Learn how to turn fear into fuel and live a life driven by meaning, not pressure.

Read his book “Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and Live the Best Possible Life” to discover powerful strategies for mental toughness, purpose-driven success, and resilience that will help you rise under pressure, master your mindset, and achieve inner excellence.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Train Your Inner Game: Learn how elite performers use mindset, focus, and courage to perform under pressure.

2. Turn Fear Into Power: Transform fear and discomfort into the energy that drives confidence and growth.

3. Live with Purpose, Not Pressure: Redefine success by aligning daily actions with your higher mission and values.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

4:12 Defining Mental Toughness and Inner Excellence

7:07 Gratitude and Creativity in Problem-Solving

11:02 The Role of Fear and the Ego in Inner Excellence

16:13 Building Resilience Through Discomfort

22:25 Balancing Joy and Suffering in Pursuing Goals

32:05 Addressing Burnout and Setting Higher Goals

36:12 Practical Steps to Achieve Inner Excellence

37:38 Advice for Achieving Future Success

Connect with Jim Murphy

Website: https://innerexcellence.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerexcellencejimmurphy/

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Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Hear the stories of founders, innovators, and game-changers pushing the edge of wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes that energize your journey.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

Are you your harshest critic? Dr. Kristin Neff shows how self-compassion is the key to resilience, growth, and high performance.

Discover research-backed techniques—mindful awareness, compassionate self-talk, and supportive touch—that help you reduce stress, prevent burnout, and turn setbacks into opportunities.

By treating yourself with the same kindness you give others, you can boost focus, emotional strength, and long-term success.

Read her book “Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout” to discover science-backed strategies for resilience, emotional balance, and sustainable success that will help you reduce stress, prevent burnout, and thrive even under pressure.

🔑 Key Takeaways

- Practice mindful self-kindness: Reduce stress and support emotional well-being.

- Reframe challenges as human experience: Build resilience and bounce back stronger.

- Use actionable techniques: Supportive touch, compassionate self-talk, and awareness improve performance and prevent burnout.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

31:43 Dr. Kristin Neff's Journey

32:00 Understanding Self-Compassion

32:15 Self-Compassion in Practice

32:36 Self-Compassion and Resilience

32:51 Self-Compassion and Burnout

33:30 Self-Compassion and Inner Child

36:34 Self-Compassion and Mindfulness

37:31 Self-Compassion and Emotional Intelligence

37:50 Final Thoughts and Advice

Connect with Dr. Kristin Neff

Website: https://self-compassion.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neffselfcompassion/

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Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Hear the stories of founders, innovators, and game-changers pushing the edge of wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes that energize your journey.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

Lawyers are taught to win cases—not to care for their mental health. Former attorney Jared Green reveals why burnout and imposter syndrome are rampant in the legal field—and how to fight back. In this episode, he shares neuroscience-backed tools like the “Thomas Edison Question” and success charting to turn mistakes into growth and build lasting resilience.

Contact Jarrett to discover how to protect your well-being, improve focus, and build mental strength to thrive in today’s demanding legal world.

🔑 Key Takeaways

1. Transform mistakes into growth: Use the “Thomas Edison Question” to extract lessons and build resilience.

2. Rewire your brain for success: Track weekly wins to overcome negativity bias and imposter syndrome.

3. Prioritize self-compassion: Small, consistent practices can supercharge performance and mental strength.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction

2:11 Jared's Journey from Law to Well-Being Consultancy

4:12 Jared's Education and Career Transition

7:05 The Impact of Jared's Experience on His Education

17:17 Defining Well-Being and Its Importance

18:33 Science-Based Approach to Well-Being

22:26 Tangible Takeaways for Well-Being

33:55 Mental Strength and Resilience

43:09 The Role of Self-Compassion in Well-Being

46:07 Conclusion and Future Directions

Connect with Jarrett Green

Website: https://nkbconsultancy.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrett-green-esq-m-a-psychology-93b72a33/

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Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Hear the stories of founders, innovators, and game-changers pushing the edge of wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes that energize your journey.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

What do Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and elite performers have in common? Mindfulness coach George Mumford helped them master presence, resilience, and transformation.

In this powerful episode, George reveals how mindfulness fuels transformation, why asking the right questions matters, and how reinvention is key to lasting success. His lessons go beyond sports, offering anyone tools to thrive under pressure.

Discover lessons in courage, toughness, and purpose that apply far beyond the cockpit. Read her book “Flying in the Face of Fear” to dive deeper.

Read his book “Unlocked: Embrace Your Greatness, Find the Flow, Discover Success” to discover science-backed strategies for focus, resilience, and authentic leadership that will help you thrive under pressure and achieve lasting success.

🔑 Key Takeaways

1. Mindfulness drives performance: Presence unlocks clarity, focus, and creativity.

2. Mental toughness is trainable: Embrace failure and challenge to grow stronger.

3. Identity is fluid: Reinvention and authenticity fuel long-term success.

TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

3:49 Transformation and Presence

7:34 Challenges of Mindfulness and Presence

13:03 Mental Strength and Tension

22:31 Mental Toughness and Resilience

25:16 Adversity and Success

38:47 Identity and Self-Worth

44:22 Advice for the Future

Connect with George Mumford

Website: https://georgemumford.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/george.mumford/

Stay Inspired

Never miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Hear the stories of founders, innovators, and game-changers pushing the edge of wellness, entrepreneurship, and mindset. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes that energize your journey.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-the-inspired/id1535384791

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FV1VqP5bth6A7dEt5wo9V

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen