The Pathway to Peak Performance Podcast

Jock Putney
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Welcome to Pathway to Peak PerformanceHosted by Jock Putney, this channel is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence—mental, physical, emotional, and professional.Each episode dives deep into the real stories of high achievers from all walks of life: elite athletes, tactical operators, innovators, creators, and leaders who have pushed themselves to the edge and beyond. This isn’t about hype. It’s about mindset, discipline, failure, growth, and the relentless pursuit of getting better.If you’re driven to elevate your performance—whether that’s in the gym, in your work, or in your personal life—you’re in the right place.🎯 Real people.🔥 Real stories.💡 Real tools to help you perform at your highest level.Subscribe and start your own journey toward peak performance.

  1. 2D AGO

    Performing Under Pressure in Medicine | Dr. Pasquale Eckert's Pathway To Peak Performance

    This episode supports: Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a nonprofit organization that creates life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses. Founded in 1980, its mission is to bring hope, strength, and joy to children and their families during extremely challenging times. Wishes are personalized to each child and can include dream trips, meeting heroes, or becoming something they aspire to be. These experiences often provide emotional strength and a renewed sense of possibility when it’s needed most. Donate here: https://wish.org/?form=100-000 This episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance proudly supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation, an organization dedicated to creating life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses. These moments of hope, strength, and joy have a lasting impact, not just for the child, but for their entire family. If this conversation resonates with you, we encourage you to support this incredible mission. Whether it’s a donation, sharing the link, or simply spreading awareness, every action helps bring more wishes to life. Peak performance isn’t luck, it’s reps, routines, and doing the hard things consistently. In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Jock Putney sits down with Dr. Pasquali Eert, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon operating at the highest level of his field. From building discipline through simple daily wins to thriving in the intensity of residency and trauma care, Dr. Eert breaks down the mindset, structure, and work ethic required to deliver elite patient outcomes day after day. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why “reps” matter when choosing a specialist and how volume builds true mastery - What oral and maxillofacial surgery training is really like behind the scenes - How to compartmentalize difficult cases while staying deeply committed to patient care - Common wisdom teeth myths and why sedation and experience matter - How full-arch dental implants can be functionally and emotionally life-changing - Orthognathic (jaw) surgery explained in plain English - The future of stem cell banking from extracted teeth and why timing matters - Why mentorship is critical—and how finding the right one can change your trajectory If you’re striving to perform at a higher level, professionally or personally, this episode delivers practical insights on discipline, structure, resilience, and sustained excellence. If you enjoyed the episode, please like, subscribe, and share, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway. Your support helps us grow the show and continue spotlighting meaningful causes. Dr. Pasquale Eckert's Pathway to Peak Performance Follow Jock on Instagram →   / jfp_cubed

    51 min

  2. JAN 6

    Control Your Thoughts and Turn Rejection Into Momentum | Stephen Steele's Pathway To Peak Performance

    🎗️ This episode supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Rejection isn’t failure, it’s fuel. Navy veteran and inventor Stephen Steele was told “no” four times… then patented the Steel Mixer anyway. What does it take to stay calm under pressure, lead elite teams, and keep going when the answer is “no”? In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Stephen Steele shares how military discipline shaped his mindset—from growing up in an Army family to serving on a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier—and how that resilience helped him build high-performing construction teams and invent the Steel Mixer. Stephen breaks down how to control your thoughts when things get hard, why clarity of mind determines success, and how to turn rejection into momentum. He also shares a deeply personal story about his sister’s childhood illness and the impact the Make-A-Wish Foundation had on his family—shaping his lifelong commitment to service. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to use rejection as feedback (not a stop sign) The mindset skills that build mental toughness under pressure Leadership principles for building high-performing teams What it really takes to invent, patent, and persist Why the skilled trades offer long-term opportunity and pride How gratitude and service create a meaningful life 👉 Watch until the end for Stephen’s framework on leadership, invention, and why helping others may be the ultimate form of peak performance. If this episode helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reminder that resilience changes everything.

    1h 6m

  3. 12/30/2025

    The Psychology of Connection In A Disconnected World Tania LaCorte's Pathway to Peak Performance

    This episode donates to the NYU Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, a world-class training program helping clinicians provide deep, root-level care that creates lasting ripple effects through families, communities, and culture. Donate here  >> https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/25654/donations/new  In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Dr. Tania Lacorte joins the show for a powerful conversation on the thing we’re missing most in modern life: real human connection. We explore why “vibe” and presence matter as much as words, how the unconscious shapes everything from relationships to leadership, and why so many people feel exhausted, anxious, and disconnected in a phone-driven culture. Dr. Lort shares how insight actually forms (and why the best breakthroughs come when people arrive at their own conclusions), plus practical ways to handle triggers, communicate across differences, and lead with more clarity—especially in high-stakes organizational environments. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why connection is a performance advantage in life and leadershipHow uncertainty fuels anxiety, and how to regulate itThe difference between advice and lasting insightWhat’s really happening in difficult group dynamics and teamsHow executive coaching and therapy support better decisions and healthier culturesWhy meaning, curiosity, and empathy matter in 2025 and beyond If this episode resonates, please like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a little more connection and clarity right now. Tania Lacorte's Pathway to Peak Performance Follow Jock on Instagram →   / jfp_cubed

    1h 16m

  4. 12/23/2025

    The Future Of Longevity Medicine, Leonard Pastrana's PharmD Pathway To Peak Performance

    Longevity medicine is advancing fast—but is it advancing wisely? In this episode of Pathways to Peak Performance, Leonard Pastrana, PharmD, exposes one of the most overlooked risks in modern health and longevity: the growing reliance on direct-to-consumer diagnostics, AI-generated protocols, and generic health solutions that operate without experienced clinical judgment. As longevity, genomics, and personalized medicine scale rapidly, many systems prioritize speed, data, and automation over context, expertise, and accountability. Leonard explains why this shift is not just inefficient—but potentially dangerous. You’ll learn: - Why traditional “sick care” fails prevention—and what actually works - How early risk detection is reshaping medicine (when done correctly) - Where AI adds value in healthcare—and where it breaks down - Why personalization requires interpretation, not just information - How misaligned incentives are quietly shaping the future of longevity - The conversation then moves beyond health into peak performance and leadership, exploring mentorship, visualization, decision-making under pressure, and how building a strong personal foundation enables sustained success, impact, and resilience. If you’re serious about health span, performance, and making clear decisions in a crowded and noisy longevity landscape, this episode offers rare clarity, nuance, and real-world perspective. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on health, performance, leadership, and human optimization 👍 Like, comment, and share with someone thinking critically about personalized medicine Leonard Pastrana’s Pathway to Peak Performance Follow Jock on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jfp_cubed/ 📌 New episodes every week featuring elite performers, clinicians, and thinkers redefining what’s possible in health and human performance.

    1h 10m

  5. 12/16/2025

    Searching For The Cure To Cancer, Vaccines, & Pandemics: Phillip Norris' Pathway to Peak Performance

    What can four decades of fighting infectious diseases teach us about leadership, pandemics, human performance, and the future of medicine? In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Jock Putney sits down with Dr. Phillip Norris—infectious disease physician, immunologist, and senior leader at one of the largest nonprofit blood banks in the U.S.—for a rare inside look at the intersection of science, medicine, courage, and humility. Dr. Norris shares his unconventional path from engineering at UC Berkeley to medical training at Columbia and Duke, followed by groundbreaking research at Harvard and Massachusetts General Hospital. His career spans some of the most defining moments in modern infectious disease:  • The early AIDS epidemic  • Game-changing protease inhibitor therapies  • SARS-1  • COVID-19  • The evolution of vaccines, immunity, and public health This episode cuts through headlines and misinformation, tackling the questions people really want answers to:  • Is another global pandemic inevitable?  • What does the science actually say about blood transfusions from vaccinated donors?  • How do vaccines, infections, and immunity shape long-term health?  • Why do humility and mentorship matter more than raw intelligence in elite medical careers? Dr. Norris also reveals his latest work in cancer immunotherapy, including an emerging antibody designed to activate the immune system against tumors—along with the real challenges of securing funding for transformative research. Beyond medicine, this conversation explores burnout, coaching, resilience, parenting, flow states, and what it takes to rediscover purpose after setbacks. Dr. Norris shares candid stories about leadership, mistakes, and the mentors who shaped him—reminding listeners that peak performance isn’t linear; it’s earned. This episode supports the Vitalant Foundation, advancing critical work in transfusion medicine, immunology, and cancer research. Donate here → https://www.vitalant.org/support-us/vitalant-foundation Follow Jock on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jfp_cubed/ SEO-Optimized Episode Highlights • The truth about future pandemics • How blood banks evaluate vaccine safety • What immunity really means (and what people get wrong) • Inside the early days of HIV/AIDS—and how medicine changed forever • The promise of cancer immunotherapy • Leadership lessons from Harvard, Duke, and global health systems • Why humility is the real superpower in high-performance careers • How elite clinicians manage time, burnout, and purpose

    1h 48m

  6. 12/05/2025

    Stem Cells and the Bigger Picture Ophir Klein, MD, PhD, The Pathway to Peak Performance

    In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Jock Putney sits down with renowned physician–scientist Ophir Klein, MD, PhD—Executive Director of Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s and one of today’s leading voices in genetics, craniofacial biology, and the future of pediatric medicine. From formative experiences in the Bay Area to leading major clinical and research programs, Dr. Klein shares an extraordinary journey shaped by mentorship, curiosity, and resilience. Their conversation bridges science, leadership, human performance, and the future of healthcare—revealing what it truly takes to pursue breakthrough discovery while improving lives at scale. Episode Highlights — What You’ll Learn Why scientific innovation requires stability—and how long-term investment fuels the freedom to take big risks How AI is reshaping medicine, from drug discovery and diagnostics to patient care and clinical operations Why many adult diseases begin in childhood, and how pediatric insights could transform lifelong health How Dr. Klein’s lab explores tooth renewal, regeneration, and stem cell biology—and what this means for the future of restorative medicine The art of knowing when to push forward or pivot in scientific discovery The realities of leadership and culture-building inside large academic medical systems Practical perspectives on longevity, lifestyle, supplements, and healthy aging How innovators balance breakthroughs with ethics and equitable access What young people should know before pursuing medicine today Featured Charity Dr. Klein selected The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED)—an organization dedicated to improving the lives of patients affected by rare genetic conditions impacting teeth, skin, sweat glands, and more. Support the NFED: Donate here → https://nfed.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/appeal2025/ If This Episode Resonates Please like, comment, subscribe, and share the show with someone interested in science, medicine, AI, pediatrics, leadership, or human performance. Your support helps the show grow and brings these conversations to more people who can benefit from them. Follow along for more insights and updates: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jfp_cubed/ 📌 Subscribe for weekly episodes with elite performers and innovative minds redefining what’s possible in health, leadership, and human performance.

    1h 23m

  7. 11/27/2025

    Type One Diabetes and the Pathway to Peak Performance with Erin Keyes, MPH, MBA

    In this episode of The Pathway to Peak Performance, Jock Putney sits down with epidemiologist and health innovator Erin Keyes, MPH, MBA to explore how Type 1 diabetes, precision medicine, AI, and cellular health intersect to shape the future of human performance. Drawing from her lived experience with Type 1 diabetes and her career across public health, healthcare systems, and startups, Erin shares why traditional “sick care” isn’t enough—and how environment, metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and access profoundly influence long-term outcomes. This grounded and forward-thinking conversation breaks down what it truly takes to build a healthier, higher-performing society through science, compassion, and innovation. This episode supports Breakthrough T1D, funding global Type 1 diabetes research, advocacy, and community programs. Donate here: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/ If this conversation resonates, please like, share, subscribe, and pass it along to someone passionate about the future of health and performance. Follow Jock on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jfp_cubed/ What You’ll Learn in This Episode The differences between Type 1, Type 2, and pre-diabetes How metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and the exposome influence health The promise—and limits—of peptides and cellular medicine Where AI can meaningfully transform diagnostics, prevention, and care delivery Why cost, access, and policy continue to challenge long-term outcomes The lived reality of managing Type 1 diabetes How empathy, parenting, and personal environments shape health decisions Practical insights into building a high-performance lifestyle

    1h 35m

  8. 11/21/2025

    From Hungary to Skincare Mastery: Eva Claiborne’s Journey to Peak Performance

    What does it really take to build a world-class skincare practice, a globally respected product line, and a life of purpose that spans continents and decades? In this episode of Pathway to Peak Performance, host Jock Putney sits down with Eva Claiborne, master esthetician, preoperative aesthetic specialist, innovator, and founder of Titok Naturals. From growing up in communist Hungary and learning to formulate her own products from pharmacy ingredients and farmers’ market produce, to becoming a sought-after expert in the United States, Eva’s story is a powerful blend of resilience, creativity, and heart. Eva shares how Hungarian mineral baths shaped her understanding of skin as an organ of health, how she developed her signature facial and lymphatic drainage techniques, and why true skincare is never one-size-fits-all. She also opens up about immigration, motherhood, building a business from $100 and two suitcases, and why loving what you do and serving others is the real foundation of peak performance. A special part of Eva’s work is caring for women undergoing cancer treatment. She collaborates with oncologists to support patients with sensitive, fragile skin and has dedicated this episode’s proceeds to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, helping women affected by breast cancer receive the care, research, and support they deserve. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What it really means to be a master esthetician and perioperative aesthetic specialist - How Eva began formulating skincare in communist Hungary when no products were available - The connection between Hungarian mineral baths, wellness, and skin health - Why lymphatic drainage and postoperative care are essential after plastic surgery - How to think about skincare as education, balance, and simplicity, not product overload - The evolution of Titok Naturals and how 45 years of experience shaped the line - Eva’s perspective on immigration, freedom, fear, and building a new life in the U.S. - Why passion, community, and being there for others are non-negotiables for real success About the charity: All profits from this episode are being donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, supporting breast cancer research, education, and care for women navigating diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. By watching, liking, commenting, and sharing this episode, you are directly helping us give back. Learn more or donate directly: https://www.komen.org/?form=fy26_giving_tuesday_4x&utm_campaign=sgkfy26_fgt_4x&utm_source=pd&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=conv&utm_term=hq&s_src=701Pf00000eaZ8KIAU&s_subsrc=sgkfy26_fgt_4x_pd_cpc_conv_hq&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=10951957106&gbraid=0AAAAADmmNT-BJBSb_UTqwSpUXnHk8A-1Q&gclid=CjwKCAiAlfvIBhA6EiwAcErpyXut3z_pJslZNRe_IxPmJDKIkui_uRN5v_q9oCIjLl0srhWbdb_2RRoCUGoQAvD_BwE  Key topics and questions answered: - How can skincare support women before and after plastic surgery or cancer treatment? - What makes Hungarian skincare traditions unique and still relevant today? - How should men and women think about proactive skin health at any age? - What does it look like to build a career and brand rooted in love, service, and mastery? More About Eva: https://titoknaturals.com/ https://www.instagram.com/titoknaturals/ https://www.facebook.com/TITOKnaturals  If this conversation inspired you, please like, comment, and subscribe to the channel. Find more about Jock Putney on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jfp_cubed/ Share this episode with someone who loves skincare, is building a purpose-driven career, or wants to support breast cancer charities. Every interaction helps us reach more people and increase our impact for Susan G. Komen. 📌 Subscribe for weekly episodes with elite performers and innovative minds redefining what’s possible in health, leadership, and human per

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Welcome to Pathway to Peak PerformanceHosted by Jock Putney, this channel is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence—mental, physical, emotional, and professional.Each episode dives deep into the real stories of high achievers from all walks of life: elite athletes, tactical operators, innovators, creators, and leaders who have pushed themselves to the edge and beyond. This isn’t about hype. It’s about mindset, discipline, failure, growth, and the relentless pursuit of getting better.If you’re driven to elevate your performance—whether that’s in the gym, in your work, or in your personal life—you’re in the right place.🎯 Real people.🔥 Real stories.💡 Real tools to help you perform at your highest level.Subscribe and start your own journey toward peak performance.

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