Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey

Ryan Munsey
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Ryan Munsey | Human Performance Specialist & Podcast Host. The podcast for you high achievers striving for peak performance, and those committed to breaking through mental, physical and emotional barriers in the pursuit of growth and excellence. I sit down with professional athletes, special forces operators, world class leaders, best-selling authors, coaches and more to help you discover the keys to overcoming self-doubt, emotional decision-making and excuses in order to to unlock your full potential. Learn the secrets of the world's highest performers so you can build discipline and consistency, while replacing shortcuts with sustainable habits that enable you to build momentum, resilience, and purpose for a more fulfilling life. #MoveTheChains Listen and Subscribe wherever you enjoy podcasts.

  1. 6 days ago

    MTC 041: Judd Shaw | Authenticity As The Cure For Loneliness

    Judd Shaw had the billboards. The yacht. The thriving law firm. And one night he was curled up on his garage floor wondering if it was worth going on. In this episode, USA Today bestselling author and attorney Judd Shaw tells the story behind How to Live Authentically — the real one, not the polished version. Ryan and Judd go deep on why high performers are often the most disconnected people in the room, how success becomes a coping mechanism for unaddressed pain, and what it actually takes to stop performing and start showing up as who you really are. In this episode: Why external validation is a coping mechanism — not a path to worthiness The moment Judd made the call that saved his life (and what his friend Adam did right) How the most successful, armored people are often the loneliest The CURE framework: Connection, Understanding, Renewing, Expanding What authenticity actually costs a leader — and what inauthenticity costs even more The "Judd 1.0 vs. Judd 2.0" moment that changed his entire organization Why letting people see you struggle is a superpower, not a weakness "I mined the jewels of my life from the swamp" — the hero's journey nobody wants to admit they're on Content note: This episode includes discussion of suicide, addiction, and mental health. If you're struggling, please know help exists. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7. Links: Connect with Judd Shaw: Judd Shaw's website + resources like the Connection Test  Judd's book: How to Live Authentically Judd's podcast: Behind the Armor Preorder Ryan's new book, What(ever) It Takes Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Daring Greatly — Brené Brown From Strength to Strength — Arthur Brooks What Happened to You — Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey Nicole LaPera's work — theholisticpsychologist.com

  2. 23 Jul

    MTC 040: How Olympic Medalist Tony Jeffries Built a 7-Figure Business While Traveling the World

    What does it take to win an Olympic medal, build a gym named #1 in California, pivot to a multi-million dollar online business when COVID shut everything down — and do it all while homeschooling your kids across three continents? Tony Jeffries has done all of it, and in this episode he breaks down exactly how. Tony is a bronze medalist from the 2008 Beijing Olympics, founder of Box N Burn, and creator of one of the most successful boxing education businesses on the internet. Ryan and Tony dig into the real psychology of success — why most people have all the information they need and still don't take action, how to break free from the fear of what other people think, and the one mental tool Tony uses to push through when the hardest moments hit. This episode covers: Why the information isn't the problem — self-belief is The "gun to your head" reframe for manufacturing motivation Why "I can't" almost always means "I won't" How Tony and his wife Sarah left LA, sold everything, and built location-independent businesses from Thailand to Japan Why Tony quit drinking in 2019 and what that actually cost him socially The business model shift that took him from five-figure YouTube revenue to six-figure monthly program sales Why perfection prevents productivity And how Tony opened his first gym with nothing but med balls and boxing gloves. One of the most honest, practical conversations the show has produced. Don't miss it. Show Notes: Tony's Guinness World Record: most punches thrown on a heavy bag in 24 hours (set on his 40th birthday) Book mentioned: Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook — Gary Vaynerchuk Ryan's books referenced: F*ck Your Feelings, The Nutrition Blueprint Ryan's upcoming book: What(ever) It Takes — releasing April 6, 2027 Related episode: Dr. Daniel Hochman on addiction and behavior change (MTC Episode #38) Links: Connect with Tony Jeffries: Tony Jeffries on YouTube Tony Jeffries on Instagram Tony Jeffries on TikTok Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  3. 25 Jun

    MTC 039: Rob Stein | The Impossible To Fail Framework: Identity Creates Results

    What if you're failing at your habits because you're approaching them completely wrong? Rob Stein is a national speaker, championship bodybuilder, published author, and creator of the "Impossible to Fail" framework. With a Master's degree in education and decades of experience coaching high performers, he's built a system that removes the guesswork from habit formation — and reframes what it actually means to succeed. You'll learn: Why "what do you want to accomplish?" is the wrong question — and what to ask instead The truth about habits: they don't start as habits, they start as disciplined decisions The two factors that determine how long it takes to form a lasting habit The "Proof of Concept Moment" — how you know a new behavior is actually working Why it is selfish NOT to protect your time (and who's counting on you to do it) How to raise your standards without lowering them when things get hard The one thing that wins every internal mental battle: verbalize it out loud The Impossible to Fail Framework: Blueprint + Massive Action + Relentless Consistency + Time "Results do not create identity. Identity creates results." — Rob Stein   Links Connect with Rob Stein: Rob Stein's website Impossible To Fail by Rob Stein Rob Stein on LinkedIn Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  4. 15 Jun

    MTC 038: Dr. Daniel Hochman | The Root Cause of Self-Sabotage (And How to Finally Stop)

    Most people treat self-sabotage like a willpower problem. Board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Hochman says they're looking in the wrong place entirely. In this episode, Ryan sits down with the creator of Self-Recovery.org to break down the real psychology behind addiction, self-sabotage, and why high performers are actually more susceptible to destructive behavioral patterns — not less. Dr. Hochman's first-principles approach cuts through the noise around dopamine, habit loops, and treatment dogma to get to what's actually driving the behavior. You'll learn why dopamine isn't the cause of addiction (it's just "at the scene of the crime"), what the "f*** it moment" really is and how to extend your window before you hit it, why rigidity around identity is one of the biggest hidden drivers of burnout and vice, and how Eastern philosophy gives us the most practical framework for lasting behavior change. Whether you've struggled with substance use, death-scrolling, emotional eating, or just the 10pm couch collapse — this episode will change how you see your own patterns. Show Notes: Why high achievers have higher rates of addiction than the general population The "f*** it moment" — what it is, why it happens, and how to interrupt it Why dopamine is at the scene of the crime but not the cause The real roots of addictive behavior (it starts long before the first drink or scroll) How to build emotional tolerance like a muscle — starting with standing in front of the fridge The role of Eastern philosophy (Buddhism, Taoism) in modern addiction treatment What true consistency actually requires — and why values alignment is the foundation If you've ever said "I know what I should do, I just can't make myself do it" — this episode is for you. Links Connect with Dr. Daniel Hochman: Dr. Daniel Hochman's program: selfrecovery.org Dr. Hochman on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danielhochmanmd Books mentioned: Tao Te Ching (Stephen Mitchell translation) Bhagavad Gita (Stephen Mitchell translation), No Self, No Problem by Chris Niebauer Jon Kabat-Zinn's mindfulness work referenced Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  5. 8 Jun

    MTC 037: Navid Nazemian | Why Leaders Fail - And How to Win

    Navid Nazemian is the #1 executive coach in the world (CEO Today), author of "Mastering Executive Transitions," and has 25+ years coaching C-suite leaders at BP, Caterpillar, Coca-Cola, and more. Nearly 40% of executives fail within their first 18 months. In this conversation, Navid reveals exactly why — and the proven framework to beat those odds. In this episode: • Why the "first 90 days" rule sets most executives up to fail • The 7 phases of The Double Diamond Framework© of Executive Transitions • The Five C's EVERY leader must master • Why soft skills (not technical ability) determine executive survival • How to map informal power before your first day • Energy management for high-stakes leadership roles • The 6 qualities of extraordinary leaders Links Connect with Navid Nazemian: Navid's book: Mastering Executive Transitions  Navid's Website Navid Nazemian on LinkedIn Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  6. 18 May

    MTC 036: Secret Service Agent: How to Read Anyone | Brad Beeler

    Brad Beeler is a 25-year Secret Service veteran, federal polygraph examiner, and author of "Tell Me Everything." After serving on President George H.W. Bush's protection detail and training agents in credibility assessment and elicitation, Brad now teaches everyday people the same frameworks used in high-stakes investigations.   In this episode: Why your first impression is a cognitive trap (the Horns & Halos effect) The FEEL method for building real rapport fast How investigators use "bait questions" — and how you can use them ethically Why "me too" responses sabotage connection The counterintuitive reason treating criminals with respect gets results What body language and tone actually tell you (and what they don't)   Links Connect with Brad Beeler Brad's book: Tell Me Everything  Brad Beeler's Website Brad Beeler on LinkedIn Brad on Instagram Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  7. 4 May

    MTC 035: Sebastien Page | Why the Best Leaders STOP Chasing Wins (Mastery Ego)

    What separates a good leader from an elite one? According to T. Rowe Price CIO Sebastien Page, it's not skill. It's the mental game. Sebastien oversees over a trillion dollars in assets and has spent decades applying sports psychology to business leadership. In this episode of Move The Chains, he breaks down the mastery vs. ego framework, why eliminating stress is the wrong goal, and the single most powerful thing a leader can say to their team. In this episode: Mastery vs. ego: why elite performers measure themselves differently The Yerkes-Dodson curve and your optimal stress zone Why "I got it wrong" is a sign of strength, not weakness Tom Landry's counterintuitive feedback method that changed the Cowboys The daily non-negotiables that keep elite leaders sharp How to give feedback without triggering defensiveness Sebastien Page is the author of The Psychology of Leadership and CIO at T. Rowe Price.   Links Connect with Sebastien Page The Psychology of Leadership book Sebastien Page on LinkedIn T. Rowe Price Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

  8. 20 Apr

    MTC 034: David Meltzer | The Fastest Way To Get What You Want

    David Meltzer is the chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute, co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, and former CEO of the Lee Steinberg Sports Agency - the real agency behind Jerry Maguire. He's a bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and one of the most recognized voices in high-performance business and mindset. His mission: make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun doing it. David Meltzer built a $100 million empire, lost it all, and rebuilt from zero. What he learned in the process will completely change the way you think about money, generosity, and asking for help. Most high performers have a giving problem. Not because they give too little - but because they've got the equation wrong. Give more, receive more. That's the belief. But David breaks down exactly why that math is broken when it comes to money, and what the full equation actually looks like. This is a sharp, no-fluff conversation about abundance, identity, relationships, and the non-negotiable daily behaviors that create consistency when everything around you is chaos. If you've ever given everything and wondered why it doesn't come back - listen to this one twice.   Chapters How David defines money - and why most people have it wrong The real equation: Give → Be Given → Receive → Ask Why asking for help is the highest form of giving The mom story - and what "no, we're fine" really costs you David's non-negotiable daily behaviors The 3-filter framework for relationships Two questions that unlock more options immediately How David rebuilt after losing $100M Where to find David & his book (Don't Do Business with Dicks)   Links Connect with David Meltzer Website Napoleon Hill Foundation Don't Do Business With Dicks, by David Meltzer David Meltzer on IG David Meltzer on LinkedIn David's Podcast on Spotify Connect with Ryan Munsey Website Follow Ryan on Instagram Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube Channel Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn Get Your Copy of  F*ck Your Feelings Audible Amazon Save 10% on your first melin hat, the world's best hats: Use the code MoveTheChains10 at melin.com

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Ryan Munsey | Human Performance Specialist & Podcast Host. The podcast for you high achievers striving for peak performance, and those committed to breaking through mental, physical and emotional barriers in the pursuit of growth and excellence. I sit down with professional athletes, special forces operators, world class leaders, best-selling authors, coaches and more to help you discover the keys to overcoming self-doubt, emotional decision-making and excuses in order to to unlock your full potential. Learn the secrets of the world's highest performers so you can build discipline and consistency, while replacing shortcuts with sustainable habits that enable you to build momentum, resilience, and purpose for a more fulfilling life. #MoveTheChains Listen and Subscribe wherever you enjoy podcasts.

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