Operation Paragon Podcast

Overcoming Addiction and Shame as a Man ft. Mitchell Martin - Ep. 20

In this conversation, Mitchell shares his journey from a conventional career path to discovering his true calling in helping men reclaim their roles and dominion over their bodies, minds, and emotions. He discusses the societal pressures that lead to self-destructive behaviors, the impact of shame on masculinity, and the importance of father-son relationships. The conversation delves into the significance of sexuality in a broader sense than mere reproduction, its energy as a creative force, and the need to reclaim it in order to live a fulfilling life. Mitchell emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and the role of archetypes in personal development, while also addressing the taboo nature of discussing sexuality in society. In this conversation, we examine the complexities of human experience, exploring themes of comfort versus safety, the role of shame in personal growth, and the subjective nature of right and wrong. We discuss the impact of technology and artificial light on well-being, the connection between sexuality and power, and the importance of recognizing and addressing personal patterns. He also emphasizes the need for self-reflection and the potential for transformation through understanding one's experiences and choices. Find more from the show on Instagram and YouTube @operationparagon.

9 Questions to CRUSH Your Goals in 2025 - Ep. 19

These are the top 9 introspective questions that I have used to help figure out mindsets, strategies, and tactics to crush your goals this year, and not end it with zero change. You can find Operation Paragon on YouTube and Instagram for more.

Getting Started on Your Own Path ft. Trent Keller - Ep. 18

Trent Keller joins us to discuss beginning your journey on your own terms, including finding mentors, curating your circle, the books and principles that have impacted him the most, setting goals and priorities, and much more. You can find more content @operationparagon on Instagram and YouTube, as well as the podcast feed on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Transform Your Energy, Transform Your Life Ft. Colin Skinner - Ep. 17

Everyone knows that being healthy is a good thing, but a simple look at the world around us shows that most people have no idea how to do it. The fact is, human beings are more than physical beings, and until we learn to create an actionable plan that supports physical, psychological, and spiritual vitality, we won’t make much progress. Today, Colin Skinner joins us to discuss his journey with overcoming an autoimmune disorder and his low-energy life as a consequence, how your genetics affect your health, how to live a high-energy, exciting life, when biohacking becomes detrimental, why most diets don’t work, what energy really is and how it affects your life, and much more. You can find Colin on Instagram  @colin__skinner  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCKhmnix5Fy-NNq8NEOVuKTw]. Access the resources for the Radical Collective here: https://stan.store/theradicalcollective?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa6hFVh3VbwQQSwyepFL3uK0zJtzIAYCQqn4kL_8xEwU2Dst1opByvBm6s_aem_jXZwEYITjuN_XOUEp_BnFw You can find more from Operation Paragon on YouTube and Instagram.

Back From The Dead Ft. Nate Barkocy - Ep. 16

Our guest today is a man who has pursued a career as a professional athlete, recovered from an injury that should have killed him, got married, had a son, and now owns a real estate investment company, all while currently being in his twenties. As you’ll hear, he is driven, energetic, and in my opinion, wise beyond his years. I learned a lot from this conversation myself and so I am very excited to introduce you all to the one and only, Nate Barkocy. You can find Nate @happy.sunday116 and @testamentrealestate on Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode, you can follow the show @operationparagon on Instagram as well.