Make It Without Losing It: Jess Ekstrom on Speaking, Purpose and Creating Success without Losing your Soul
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Jess Ekstrom—entrepreneur, acclaimed speaker, and author for an inspiring exploration of what it truly means to “make it without losing it.” From launching Headbands of Hope in college and scaling it into a nationally recognized business, to becoming one of the busiest keynote speakers and founding Mic Drop Workshop to empower women speakers, Jess’s story is one of pursuing ambition with presence and heart. Jess opens up about her early days hustling for speaking gigs, the moment she realized her impact could multiply by...
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Britt Reid on Rebuilding His Life with Mission and Purpose After Losing Everything
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Britt Reid—Super Bowl-winning coach, son of Andy Reid, and now an inspiring speaker dedicated to helping others overcome life’s hardest moments. Britt’s journey is one of remarkable highs and deeply challenging lows. From growing up as the son of NFL head coach Andy Reid, to earning his place on the Kansas City Chiefs’ coaching staff and celebrating a Super Bowl victory, Britt seemed to have it all. But behind the scenes, he battled addiction that ultimately led to a tragic accident, prison time, and the loss of his...
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Dan Hurley: Building a Championship Culture and the Mindset Behind Great Teams
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with legendary UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley for an honest and energizing conversation about building a championship culture, relentless leadership, and the transformative power of purpose-driven coaching. From his early days learning from a Hall of Fame father, to guiding players through the rigors of college basketball’s toughest moments, Dan opens up about the realities of forming a great team in the era of the transfer portal, NIL, and social media. He shares the values at the core of the UConn program—relentless...
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How I Healed My Gut: The Breakthrough Science with Dr. John Gildea
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Dr. John Gildea—a pioneering researcher on gut health, soil and healing. Our conversation goes deeper than science, tracing Dr. Gildea’s unlikely journey from the lab at the University of Virginia to becoming an integral voice in the movement to restore health through soil-based nutrition. Dr. Gildea shares how his partnership with Dr. Zach Bush set him on the path to groundbreaking discoveries in gut health. Together, we discuss the debilitating personal battle I faced with gut issues for over a decade, and how his...
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Holy Health with Justin Roethlingshoefer: Beat Burnout and Build lasting Health
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, Jon sits down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, performance coach, and author of Holy Health, for a deeply inspiring conversation about the intersection of faith, science, and holistic well-being. Justin Roethlingshoefer shares his own journey from witnessing burnout and health struggles among leaders, to stepping away in search of true wholeness, and ultimately returning with a renewed vision that integrates faith, science, and self-stewardship. Together, they explore the meaning of “holy health”—living set apart by honoring your body, mind, and...
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Meet John Wayne Walding, an American Hero who was Born on the 4th of July
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with John Wayne Walding—Green Beret, Purple Heart recipient, and speaker—for an extraordinary conversation about resilience, purpose, and faith in the aftermath of unimaginable adversity. John shares the unforgettable story of April 6th, 2008: a harrowing firefight in Afghanistan that left him a below-knee amputee, fighting to survive while carrying his own leg down a mountain. With honesty and humility, John recounts not only the intense physical and mental battle in the aftermath, but also the spiritual turning points that transformed...
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The Power of Positive Habits
The Jon Gordon Podcast
In this episode, I share twelve habits that have truly elevated my life and will make a big impact on yours. You’ll hear some great stories of overcoming negativity, and the power of encouragement, forgiveness, and connection as well as habits to enhance your health and performance. You’ll learn new practical, proven strategies to help you become your best self and build a better future. If these habits inspire you, you’ll love all 93 habits I share in my new book “The Power of Positive Habits.” Grab your copy now at , or anywhere books are sold or When you do, you can also that...
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From Death to Purpose - A Miraculous Journey of Impact
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, Jon Gordon sits down with Micah McElveen, founder of Vapor Ministries, for a remarkable conversation about purpose, transformation, and living a life that echoes in eternity. Micah McElveen's story begins with devastating adversity—an accident as a teenager that left him dead on the beach, miraculously brought back to life, but facing total paralysis and a future filled with uncertainty. As Micah McElveen recounts his journey from ICU to recovering movement, wrestling with his identity, and enduring years of grueling rehab, he shares how those...
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Own with Intention: Minimalism, Mindset and Meaningful Impact with Lauren Craddock
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Lauren Craddock—author, educator, and leading voice on living intentionally—for an eye-opening conversation about her journey from clutter and overwhelm to clarity, impact, and living with purpose. Lauren shares her personal transformation from battling “collector at heart” tendencies in her home to uncovering the deeper reasons behind clutter and consumerism. She candidly describes the “perspective pivot” that changed her life, how she learned to curate her space based on what she truly uses, loves, and needs, and the...
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Worthy Wins: Finding Clarity & Success in What Matters Most with John Olinger
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with John Olinger—author, consultant, and former Nike marketing leader—for an honest and insightful conversation about his new book, Worthy Wins. John’s journey is shaped by both professional achievement and personal loss: from a decade with Nike working alongside elite athletes and the world’s most advanced technology, to navigating the unexpected death of his father and the perspective-shifting realization that time is both scarce and uncertain. In our conversation, John shares the story behind Worthy Wins, the powerful concept...
info_outlineJon Gordon is joined by John Wu, President of Ava Labs, a technology company building the next-generation blockchain platform: Avalanche. John received his MBA from Harvard University and holds a BS in Economics from Cornell University.
This is a fascinating discussion about Changing the infrastructure of finance with a more scalable solution.
What does this have to do with positivity, leadership and growth? Everything because this is where the future is going and you need to be aware. More than just aware, you need to understand it. John helps to unpack it but also shares a lot of lessons on how this all relates to how we lead, how we scale our organizations and more.
You’ll get a lot out of this one so pay attention!
Connect with John Wu at https://www.johnwu.finance/
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