500 episodes

The Action Catalyst interviews top leaders and achievers, sharing hard-earned tips and advice to help you uncover your inspiration and gain valuable insights to overcome setbacks, defeat mediocrity, and reach your goals in life, business, and beyond.



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    • 4.8 • 240 Ratings

The Action Catalyst interviews top leaders and achievers, sharing hard-earned tips and advice to help you uncover your inspiration and gain valuable insights to overcome setbacks, defeat mediocrity, and reach your goals in life, business, and beyond.



Southwestern/Great American, Inc., dba Southwestern Family of Companies, for itself and its related entities and their assigns, reserves and retains all rights to their copyrighted materials and trademarks contained in this podcast.

    Hostage Situation, with Alex Neist (Sleep, Football, Marketing, Entrepreneurship)

    Hostage Situation, with Alex Neist (Sleep, Football, Marketing, Entrepreneurship)

    Alex Neist, founder of Hostage Tape sleep enhancement tape, shares his first love of football and his time as a former professional quarterback in the arena football league, explains how dedication is just motivation over time, gives the story behind the name “Hostage Tape”, and talks about the importance of being polarizing, targeting your T.A.M., the TRUE definition of success, and finally making it on Rogan.

    • 23 min
    CLIP: Climate is the Whole Restaurant

    CLIP: Climate is the Whole Restaurant

    Award-winning journalist and CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir explains why reporting on climate includes reporting on EVERYTHING, and how storytelling is the thing that sets humans apart from everything else on the planet, and also, which brings us together.
    Hear Bill's full interview in Episode 455 of The Action Catalyst.

    • 3 min
    REMASTERED: Create Distinction, with Scott McKain (Sales, Customer Service, Author, Business)

    REMASTERED: Create Distinction, with Scott McKain (Sales, Customer Service, Author, Business)

    Best-selling author, Hall of Fame speaker, and distinction expert Scott McKain explains different vs. distinctive, pursuit vs. attraction, the 4 cornerstones of setting yourself apart, and how creating clarity often means saying “no”.

    • 10 min
    CLIP: Entering the Matrix...The Potential Matrix

    CLIP: Entering the Matrix...The Potential Matrix

    Best-selling author, leadership speaker, and entrepreneur Mark Sanborn covers how to maximize your potential by entering...dun dun dun...the Potential Matrix. (Not scary, we promise.)
    Hear Mark's full interview in Episode 202 of The Action Catalyst.

    • 3 min
    CLIP: Making a Signature Difference

    CLIP: Making a Signature Difference

    Best-selling author, leadership speaker, and entrepreneur Mark Sanborn talks about making a “signature difference” and practicing "A.B.C.D." to create an amazing experience for customers and others around you.
    Hear Mark's full interview in Episode 1 of The Action Catalyst.

    • 2 min
    Life As We Know It, with Bill Weir (Climate, News, Storytelling, Author)

    Life As We Know It, with Bill Weir (Climate, News, Storytelling, Author)

    Award-winning journalist and CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir shares the story of his new book LIFE AS WE KNOW IT (CAN BE): Stories of People, Climate, and Hope in a Changing World, explains why reporting on climate includes reporting on EVERYTHING, the one thing that makes humans special from every other animal on the planet, advice from Mr. Rogers, the influence from his very unique upbringing, why there’s no climate change without culture change and why Earth repair is self-repair, and bonds with host Stephanie Maas over a mutual admiration of Taylor Swift.

    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
240 Ratings

240 Ratings

ASobering ,

Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

It’s obvious that the Action Catalyst team puts extraordinary effort into every single episode, but what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, the stories they tell, and tactics they share. Every speaker truly cares about being a positive force in the world, and shares insights that leave you feeling empowered and inspired. Don't miss it!

DylanTM24 ,

Exceptional!

I listened to the latest episode (with Randall Kaplan) and, wow, I’m hooked. Absolutely fantastic chemistry between the hosts and his guests - perfect for my commute each morning. Would highly recommend giving it a listen.

obacker19 ,

Entertaining, insightful and actionable! 🔥

Whether you’re well established as someone who can translate creative energy into the impact you want to make on the world, or just getting started as a catalyst for change - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Dan does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving enterprise and life you can be proud of - from leaders who’ve actually walked the path. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

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