James Condit [Purpose Beyond Spina Bifida]

Father's Day: The Dads Who Shape Us & The Legacy We Choose

On this Father's Day episode, Ryan reflects on the influence fathers have on our lives--through their presence, their sacrifice, their wisdom, and sometimes even through their absence. Whether you're celebrating a dad, missing a dad, forgiving a dad, becoming a dad, or striving to be a better dad yourself, this episode is an invitation to honor what is good, heal what is broken, and intentionallly choose the legacy you pass on to others.  While we don't always to get to choose the story we inherit, we do get to choose the story we leave behind. Go to www.hektikoptics.com [http://www.hektikoptics.com] and score a slick pair of shades for yourself, or get a pair for your dad.  Lots of options to choose from.  Use discount code:  CTBS20 when checking out for a 20% discount. Feeling stuck?  Lacking clarity?  Tired of drifting?  Got a wild vision for your life, but don't know how to make it happen?  Click the link below for a FREE vision call with Coach Ryan Wright.   I help people gain clarity, shatter limiting beliefs, and achieve a level they never thought possible.  https://meetings.hubspot.com/ryanwright1/vision-call [https://meetings.hubspot.com/ryanwright1/vision-call]

Garrett Verrilli [When Loss Sends You Searching For Purpose]

At just 17 years old, Garrett Verrilli lost his mother to leukemia--a loss that left him searching for a way to cope. What followed was a years-long battle with alcohol, an attempt to numb the pain and fill the void. In this powerful conversation, Garrett shares his journey through grief, addiction, recovery, and ultimately purpose. Today he's a husband, father, and thriving entrepreneur who has discovered that even life's deepest losses can become the foundation for a meaningful future. His story is a reminder that hope and transformation are possible no matter where you've been. Book a FREE vision call with Coach Ryan Wright: https://meetings.hubspot.com/ryanwright1/vision-call [https://meetings.hubspot.com/ryanwright1/vision-call] Real coach. Real Results. Real Impact.

Christian John Bradley [Unshakable Confidence Under Pressure]

What do you to when your dream doesn't go according to plan? After playing football at USC and falling short of his dream to play in the NFL, Christian John Bradley turned one of life's biggest disappointments into a mission. In this episode, Christian shares lessons from elite athletics, overcoming setbacks, and developing the mindset that fuels peak performance on the field, on the court,in the classroom, on stage, and in life. His mission is to equip highly driven, growth-minded leaders to transform pressure into confidence when the moment demands their best. Get 30% off on your own set of Crown Cards (which are a valuable resource for anyone who faces pressure situations). They are also great gifts if you know someone who fits the description above. Go to www.forthecompetitors.com/crowncards [http://www.forthecompetitors.com/crowncards] Use Discount Code CTBS26 for a 30% discount on your purchase.

James Condit [Purpose Beyond Spina Bifida]

At just 20 years old, James Condit has faced more adversity than most people experience in a lifetime--yet his outlook on life is refreshing and unbelievably positive. Living with spina bifida and navigating life in a wheelchair, he's chosen purpose over pity, resilience over excuses, and continues to inspire everyone around him with his mindset and determination. After surviving the 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California, James has learned firsthand how fragile--and valuable--life really is. Today he channels his love for movies into a growing YouTube channel where he reviews and critiques films with insight and authenticity. This coversation is a powerful reminder that purpose is not determined by circumstances--it's built through mindset, perseverance, and choosing to keep showing up. If you need a reminder of what strength, positivity, and determination look like, this episode delivers.

Gabriel Interview [Drugs, Prison & Redemption]

Gabriel’s story is one of choices, hard consequences, and a complete life turnaround. In this episode, he opens up about his introduction to opiates during his senior year of high school, how small choices led him down a dangerous path, and the details about how he landed in prison. But this conversation isn’t just about addiction or incarceration — it’s about accountability, perspective, and rebuilding your life with gratitude when everything falls apart. Gabriel shares the moment he realized he was addicted, the lessons he learned the hard way, and what he would tell young people and parents who may be watching someone they love head down a similar road. This is a raw, honest conversation about the power of choice, how quickly life can change — and how redemption is still possible even after your lowest moments.