Legacy Letters with Chris Hodges: Timeless Principles for Life & Leadership
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Chris Hodges, founder and former lead pastor of Church of the Highlands and current chancellor of Highlands College, for an inspiring conversation around his new book, Legacy Letters: Timeless Principles I Learned, Lived, and Leave Behind. Chris shares the heart and story behind Legacy Letters—a collection of the values, wisdom, and practical principles he’s lived, taught, and now wants to pass on to the next generation. From humble beginnings and a move inspired by faith, Chris built one of America’s largest churches and...
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How to Write, Publish, and Market a Book that Makes an Impact
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, join Jon and Kathryn Gordon for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to write, publish, and market a book that makes an impact. Drawing from their own experience - rejections, bestselling success, and the wisdom gained along the way - Jon and Kathryn share why your message matters and how a single book can ripple across lives, industries, and even generations. From the “burning desire” that signals it’s time to write, to the struggles of clarifying your core message and avoiding the trap of cramming several books’ worth of...
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Brad Holcman, Former Hollywood Executive, Shares How to Use Your Unique Story to Impact the World
The Jon Gordon Podcast
On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Brad Holcman—a Hollywood executive-turned-story coach—for an inspiring conversation about the power of story, embracing the unexpected, and using your unique journey to impact the world. Brad’s journey is anything but typical: Growing up in Detroit, he followed his heart to California after college, left his management consulting job and worked his way from coffee runs at Paramount to shaping some of television’s most memorable shows, including Sons of Anarchy, Intervention, 60 Days In, and Duck Dynasty. Along the way, Brad...
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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...
info_outlineOn this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Brian White, veteran football coach, Harvard alum, and author of the upcoming book 'The Locker Room is Not for Sale', out now!
Brian opens up about his forty-year journey through some of college football’s leading programs, sharing powerful lessons on what makes the locker room a place for genuine connection, growth, and authenticity. Together, we discuss the challenge of nurturing team culture in today’s world of NIL and big money, and why true success is built on brotherhood, unity, and the power of the human touch—not just on transactions or talent.
Hear why “real is real, real is rare, and real has no color,” and learn how anyone, whether coach, leader, or teammate, can wake up flying, attack the day, and capture the moment. Brian shares so many gems. You’ll walk away inspired to build stronger, more unified teams and communities, both on and off the field.
Check out Brian's new book, The Locker Room is Not for Sale!
About Brian,
Brian White is a career college football coach who has literally traveled the country for forty years and counting….chasing his passion for coaching and developing young men to be the best that they can be and reach their “genetic ceiling”. During his decorated career he has been to the mountaintop celebrating a national championship while at Notre Dame in 1988, 2 Rose Bowl victories at Wisconsin, and coached 1999 Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne. He has also looked into abyss while going through a winless season coaching the Washington Huskies in 2008. To say he has seen it all in his career is an understatement!
He is a proven developer of talent as the seemingly endless list of draft picks serves as testimony. Ron Dayne, Michael Bennett, Lee Evans, Aaron Gibson, Chris McIntosh, and Hall of Famer Joe Thomas were all ist round draft picks from Wisconsin while he was their coordinator. Chris Chambers, Brandon Williams, Cecil Martin, Chris Pressley, Brooks Bollinger, Jim Sorgi, Jonathon Orr, Brian Calhoun, Bill Ferrario, Casey Rabach, Al Johnson, Mark Tauscher, Ben Johnson, Dan Buenning, Owen Daniels and Mark Anelli were all NFL draft picks under his leadership.
While at Syracuse for two years he put his NFL stamp on RB’s Curtis Brinkley, Delone Carter, and WR Mike Williams. While at Florida he coached NFL players like Chris Rainey, Jeff Demps, Mike Gillislee, Matt Jones, Mack Brown, Aaron Hernandez, and Jordan Reed. At Boston College he recruited ist round draft pick WR Zay Flowers and 2nd round draft pick RB AJ Dillon. Both finished their careers as the all time leading receiver and rusher in school history respectively finding “diamonds in the recruiting rough” is his passion and developing them to their peak performance best is his daily pursuit as he jumps out of bed and attacks every day…. His players can hear his voice bellowing his mantra “play as hard as you can as fast as you can for as long as you can and be a great teammate”…..nothing else really matters.
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