The Passion Lab

Jacob White
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A podcast where Jacob White interviews people to uncover their passions. We explore how their passions have added meaning into their lives and help shape them as individuals.

  1. 2d ago

    Mark Walsh: Why We Feel Lost in the Modern World and How to Find Purpose

    Mark shares how his own struggles with depression, alcohol, and a search for direction led him toward martial arts, meditation, spirituality, and a career helping others develop resilience. We discuss why consuming more books and self-improvement content doesn't necessarily lead to growth, how physical practices can shape our character, and why discipline can actually create freedom. We also explore the importance of community, connection with nature, spirituality, and finding a purpose that goes beyond personal success. In this episode, we discuss: Why knowledge alone isn't enough to change your life How martial arts and physical practices can build character The difference between freedom and simply doing whatever you want Why community and meaningful relationships matter How to stay grounded in an increasingly disconnected world Why motivation isn't always the answer How to discover your purpose by exploring, developing your strengths, and serving others How to work through setbacks and embrace the challenges along the way One of Mark's biggest messages is that finding your purpose isn't just about looking inward and waiting for an answer. It's about getting out into the world, trying things, learning what you're good at, and pursuing something that both fulfills you and benefits others. If you're interested in personal growth, passion, purpose, discipline, and what it means to live a meaningful life, this conversation is for you. Mark's Instagram:@warkmalshwww.instagram.com/warkmalsh/ Mark's websites: His bio page: https://markwalsh.info/Embodiment Unlimited (his company — courses and certifications): https://www.embodimentunlimited.com/The Embodiment Podcast (700+ episodes, 3M+ downloads): https://embodimentunlimited.com/podcast/Feral Philosophy: https://feralphilosophypodcast.libsyn.com/Embodiment Coaching Channel (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfgLCTiNzVpIeL_j7Icxh8wSane Ukraine (the trauma charity he founded): https://www.saneukraine.org/Find The Good Brand:Code: jacobwhite10Link: ⁠⁠https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmj⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117⁠⁠⁠My Socials:Instagram:@thepassionlabpod⁠www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/⁠@jacob_oli_white⁠www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/⁠TikTok:@thepassionlabpod⁠www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod⁠

  2. Oct 19

    Elliot Murphy: How losing his dad turned a guy who hated running into an ultrarunner chasing 100 miles in his honor

    What a blessing to sit down and have a conversation with Elliot Murphy. Elliot shares how he went from wanting nothing to do with running to chasing a 100-mile ultramarathon in honor of his late father and his best friend. He opens up about losing his dad, the season of grief that followed, and how running became the place he meets it head-on — including the marathon he ran with his dad's ashes around his neck, talking to him the whole way. We talk about his DNF at mile 24, why he says he's "already won the race," and what it really means to count it all joy. If his story moves you the way it moved us, his information is below. Instagram:Elliot's Instagram:@elliotmurphyywww.instagram.com/elliotmurphyy/ Find The Good Brand:Code: jacobwhite10Link: ⁠https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmj⁠ Newsletter:⁠⁠https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117⁠⁠ My Socials:Instagram:@thepassionlabpod⁠www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/⁠ @jacob_oli_white⁠www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/⁠ TikTok:@thepassionlabpod⁠www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod⁠

  3. Oct 12

    Focus on the Essential

    What is essential? Newsletter: ⁠https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117⁠My Socials:Instagram: @thepassionlabpodwww.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/@jacob_oli_whitewww.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/TikTok:@thepassionlabpodwww.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod

  4. Aug 27

    Discipline, Motivation and Obsession

    This episode is another solo pod. I recorded it about 2 months ago in June just based off of some thoughts that were floating around. It is raw, unpolished and a lot of me working with my own thoughts. So hopefully you learn a bit from my ramblings. Newsletter:  ⁠https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117⁠ My Socials: Instagram:  @thepassionlabpod www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/ @jacob_oli_white www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/ TikTok:  @thepassionlabpod www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod

  5. Aug 24

    Brady Gordon & Jay Jusay: How they are building a brand that is much more than just making profit but focused on making a real impact on countries they care about

    What a blessing to sit down and have a conversation with these two amazing individuals. They share how the became fast friends as missionaries in Cauayan Philippines, how they have stayed friends all of these years later and what they are currently building together. They share the vision of built to bless and how it is going to have real impact for the people that it is meant to bless. If you want to support them and what they are doing look below for their information. Instagram: Jay's Instagram: @jayjusay7 www.instagram.com/jayjusay7/ Brady's Instagram: @kuya_brady www.instagram.com/kuya_brady/ Built to Bless Instagram: @built.to.bless www.instagram.com/p/DcULqjSJJqi/ Website: www.built-to-bless.com Find The Good Brand: Code: jacobwhite10 Link: ⁠https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmj⁠ Newsletter: ⁠⁠https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117⁠⁠ My Socials: Instagram: @thepassionlabpod ⁠www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/⁠ @jacob_oli_white ⁠www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/⁠ TikTok: @thepassionlabpod ⁠www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod⁠

  6. Aug 20

    Brandon Michaud: What Building a Greek Mythology Mail Club has Been Like

    This was an EPIC conversation! I talked with Brandon about his mail club, Epic Envelopes. He shared his love for Greek mythology and mental health. He has combined his love for both into one great mail club that inspires people to improve their lives and make today better than yesterday! He is doing great things so check out his socials and website below!Brandon's Socials:Instagram:@epicenvelopeswww.instagram.com/epicenvelopes/Website:epic-envelopes.comNewsletter:https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117Find The Good Brand:Code: jacobwhite10Link: https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmjMy Socials:Instagram:@thepassionlabpodwww.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/@jacob_oli_whitewww.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/TikTok:@thepassionlabpodwww.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod

  7. Aug 14

    JaQuavious Harris: His Unconventional Path to Professional Running

    This was an energetic episode and one full of wisdom. I enjoyed talking with JaQuavious from being bullied as a kid in middle school for being different to being a professional runner for Saucony. JQ is one of the most positive people that I know and has a lot of insights to share. I hope you enjoy this one! JaQuavious's Socials:  @harrisjaquavious www.instagram.com/harrisjaquavious/ Find The Good Brand:  Code: jacobwhite10 Link: https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmj My Socials: Instagram:  @thepassionlabpod www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/ @jacob_oli_white www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/ TikTok:  @thepassionlabpod www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod Newsletter:  https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117

  8. Aug 10

    Jacob and Garrett Stanford: Building the Future of the App and Web Development World

    Jacob and Garrett Stanford are both class acts. It was a blast to talk with them about their new venture Aether. Jacob and Garrett, twin brothers, started Aether together and are professional in their field of app and web development. Strategically placed at the center of both the technical and the creative side of development they are rising to the top. They both ran as division 1 track athletes at BYU and still run at a very high level. This was an incredible conversation and I'm sure you will enjoy it. Jacob's Socials: @jacob.stanford www.instagram.com/jacob.stanford/ Garrett's Socials: @garrett.stanford www.instagram.com/garrett.stanford/ Eather: @builtbyaether www.instagram.com/builtbyaether/ Website: builtbyaether.com Find The Good Brand: Code: jacobwhite10 Link: https://findthegoodbrand.com/?ref=oqksmvmj My Socials: Instagram: @thepassionlabpod www.instagram.com/thepassionlabpod/ @jacob_oli_white www.instagram.com/jacob_oli_white/ TikTok: @thepassionlabpod www.tiktok.com/@thepassionlabpod Newsletter: https://substack.com/@jacobwhite117

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A podcast where Jacob White interviews people to uncover their passions. We explore how their passions have added meaning into their lives and help shape them as individuals.

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  • Creator
    Jacob White
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jacob White
  • Show Website
    The Passion Lab