On the X

IRONCLAD

The Official Podcast of the Navy SEAL Foundation and an IRONCLAD Original. Hosted by Chris Irwin, a retired SEAL and the Foundation’s Communications Director, On the X explores the latest expertise in mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, relationships, education, business, and more. Every week, Chris speaks with a thought leader at the forefront of their respective field, including renowned scientists, world-class practitioners, bestselling authors, and elite athletes. This is first-hand knowledge at the very center of topics that can change your life. This is On the X.

  1. 10 FEB

    Best of On the X: Trauma, Resilience, and the Work of Moving Forward

    This compilation episode of On the X focuses on trauma, PTSD, and resilience, featuring conversations with VA counselor Jeff Wiedenhofer, psychiatrist Dr. Paul Conti, and Taya Kyle, widow of Navy SEAL Chris Kyle. The episode covers clinical definitions of trauma and PTSD, how trauma affects the brain, and how individuals experience and carry trauma across different contexts, including military service, public loss, and civilian life. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad Sponsors: GHOSTBED: Go to https://www.GhostBed.com/ONTHEX and use code ONTHEX for an extra 15% off sitewide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-x/id1759222083 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3itWUNECnae8hkJKG7NMvV?si=0cfb5d256c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min

  2. 3 FEB

    The Neuroscience of War: How the Brain Shapes Strategy (w/ Dr. Nicholas Wright)

    On today's episode, Chris sits down with Dr. Nicholas Wright, a neuroscientist and strategist, to explore how our biology drives the future of conflict. The author of Warhead: The Neuroscience of Conflict and Strategy, Dr. Wright, draws on his background advising the Pentagon and White House to explain how the brain’s architecture shapes decision-making in war and how the chaos of battle physically alters neural development. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original. More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad Sponsors: GHOSTBED: Go to https://www.GhostBed.com/ONTHEX and use code ONTHEX for an extra 15% off sitewide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 9min

  3. 20 JAN

    Improving Care for America’s Veterans: Secretary Doug Collins on Veteran Services, Community Care, and Healthcare Reform

    On today's episode, Chris Irwin speaks with The Honorable Doug Collins, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, about the Department of Veterans Affairs’ efforts to enhance healthcare and services for U.S. veterans. They discuss reducing disability claim backlogs, improving wait times, expanding community care, supporting mental health, and VA research initiatives. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad Sponsors: GHOSTBED:  Go to https://www.GhostBed.com/OntheX and use code ONTHEX for an extra 15% off sitewide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 2min

  4. 16/09/2025

    Best of On the X: Entrepreneurs on What It Takes to Build Something That Lasts

    This special compilation episode features Chris in conversation with entrepreneurs who have built businesses, teams, and ideas from the ground up. Dan Martell explains his Buy Back Loop and how it helps entrepreneurs reclaim time and grow more effectively. Jack Daly and Randy Hetrick walk through their experience buying TRX out of bankruptcy and the first steps they took to revive the brand. Bear Handlon, CEO and co-founder of Born Primitive, discusses how he founded his company while on active duty and the importance of charitable partnerships in its growth. James Kerr, author of Legacy, closes by sharing lessons from the All Blacks rugby team on leadership, culture, and building organizations that last. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original. More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  5. 09/09/2025

    How Losing His Job Helped Pat Flynn Learn Faster and Achieve Greater Success

    On today’s episode, Chris Irwin talks with Pat Flynn about how losing his job as an architect became a turning point in his career. Pat explains how the experience pushed him to focus on Lean Learning, a method for learning the right skills at the right time. He discusses the steps he took to build new ventures, the role of mentorship and community in his growth, and how adapting quickly helped him succeed. Pat also shares examples from his experiences, including building a YouTube channel, creating Smart Passive Income, and applying Lean Learning to different areas of his work. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 9min

  6. 15/07/2025

    Best of On the X: What Makes a Great Leader

    On this special compilation episode of On the X, Chris revisits moments from past conversations with four standout thinkers—Simon Sinek, Jocko Willink, Jason Jaggard, and Brian Gottlieb—to answer one timeless question: What is the most important trait of a leader? From courage to humility, nobility to authenticity, each guest offers a unique lens shaped by deep experience in leadership, personal growth, and high-stakes decision-making. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original. More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad SPONSORS: On the X is presented by Mechanix Wear: https://www.mechanix.com/ Mechanix Wear is proud to offer an exclusive 15% discount through the ID.me program to military, veterans and first responders. Click on the ID.me button in your shopping cart and follow the steps to verify your eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  7. 31/12/2024

    The Adversities That Made Tommy Caldwell a Rock Climbing Legend

    On today's episode, Chris sits down with Tommy Caldwell, one of the world’s top rock climbers known for his historic ascent of the Dawn Wall on El Capitan. Tommy's career includes numerous achievements in rock climbing, including his pioneering efforts on big wall climbs. He also shares his personal journey, including surviving a kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan and losing a finger in an accident. Tommy discusses how these experiences shaped his career and his approach to climbing, as well as his views on resilience and perseverance. To learn more about Tommy, check out his book The Push: A Climber's Journey of Endurance, Risk, and Going Beyond Limits On the X is an IRONCLAD Original. More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad SPONSORS: On the X is presented by Mechanix Wear: https://www.mechanix.com/ Mechanix Wear is proud to offer an exclusive 15% discount through the ID.me program to military, veterans and first responders. Click on the ID.me button in your shopping cart and follow the steps to verify your eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 14min

  8. 22/10/2024

    Rethinking Elite Performance and Longevity (with Rob Wilson)

    Today's guest is Rob Wilson. Rob Wilson is a Human Performance Specialist with over 20 years of manual therapy, coaching, and education experience. His  career in health and performance has evolved over the past two decades from his beginnings as a massage therapist specializing in chronic pain, movement dysfunction, and stress. He has worked in various settings, including spas, pain clinics, and his own clinic within a CrossFit facility, while studying different movement disciplines. As the founder of Wilson Health and Performance, he focuses on breath control techniques, movement efficiency, and performance enhancement strategies that have influenced athletes, martial artists, and professionals in elite environments. His contributions extend to creating educational programs and presenting his methodologies to top-tier organizations, including UFC Performance Institute, ALTIS, and special forces units. On the X is an IRONCLAD Original. More about The Navy SEAL Foundation: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.navysealfoundation.org/⁠⁠⁠ Text ONTHEX to 60104 to sign up to receive updates from the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF). By participating, you agree to our ⁠Mobile Terms and Conditions⁠ (⁠60104-info.com⁠) for recurring autodialed donation messages from NSF to the phone number you provide. Text STOP to end. Msg & data rates may apply. Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/navysealfoundation/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisisironclad SPONSORS: On the X is presented by Mechanix Wear: https://www.mechanix.com/ Mechanix Wear is proud to offer an exclusive 15% discount through the ID.me program to military, veterans and first responders. Click on the ID.me button in your shopping cart and follow the steps to verify your eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 40min
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The Official Podcast of the Navy SEAL Foundation and an IRONCLAD Original. Hosted by Chris Irwin, a retired SEAL and the Foundation’s Communications Director, On the X explores the latest expertise in mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, relationships, education, business, and more. Every week, Chris speaks with a thought leader at the forefront of their respective field, including renowned scientists, world-class practitioners, bestselling authors, and elite athletes. This is first-hand knowledge at the very center of topics that can change your life. This is On the X.

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  • Channel
    IRONCLAD
  • Creator
    IRONCLAD
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © IRONCLAD
  • Show Website
    On the X

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