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Shark Theory

10-Minute Audio caffeine for go-getters seeking perspective for growth Hosted by Self-Leadership Speaker & Author Baylor Barbee, Shark Theory is dedicated to helping you win the mental battles and unlock new perspectives that create opportunities in your career and life. The podcast discusses mindset development, mental health, and peak-performance.

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06:09

The Gift That Can't Be Wrapped

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/25

0000066 Not everyone wakes up to the same holiday. But if you have breath in your lungs, someone to talk to, and something to eat, you are already winning. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor speaks directly to those who may be struggling during the holidays. He acknowledges the reality that this season is not joyful for everyone and that circumstances, beliefs, and experiences vary widely. Baylor addresses seasonal depression head-on, reminding listeners that feeling down does not

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06:15

Why Excellence Is Never an Accident

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/24

You do not have to be in the same field to learn from greatness. Excellence leaves clues if you are paying attention. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on watching a master at work and what happens when you intentionally study excellence instead of just consuming it. Using the example of watching Dave Chappelle live, Baylor breaks down why legends stand apart and how their habits, preparation, and attention to detail apply to every profession. This episode is not about

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06:17

Your Grinch Moment Can Become Your Redemption

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/23

Sometimes the person we judge the fastest is the one we understand the least. And sometimes the villain isn't finished becoming the hero. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on the story of The Grinch and why it resonates far beyond a holiday movie. What starts as a tale about stolen presents becomes a deeper lesson about misunderstanding, judgment, empathy, and redemption. Baylor breaks down how easy it is to dislike what we do not understand. Whether it's generational

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06:15

Start With the Heart

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/22

You don't need your entire life figured out to make a difference. You just need a heart and the courage to take the first step. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on the growth of the Dreams Really Exist Foundation and a moment that put everything into perspective. What started as a simple desire to help families in need has grown into an organization that has given away more than 2,500 brand-new bikes, coats, and essential resources across South Dallas and the Metroplex. A

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06:17

It's Only Temporary

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2025/12/19

Sometimes the most powerful life lessons come from the people who have the least, yet see the most. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor shares a story he has never forgotten about a chance encounter on a scorching Dallas afternoon. Frustrated, stressed, and complaining from the comfort of an air-conditioned car, he crossed paths with a man who had every reason to be bitter, yet chose gratitude instead. The man described his situation not as hopeless, but as temporary. He wasn't living

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06:15

Be So Good They Find You

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/18

There are a lot of ways to bake a great cake. But none of them work if you refuse to commit to the recipe. Show Notes — Double Down or Drift In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor breaks down why so many people have real dreams but never fully pursue them. Using the analogy of baking a cake, he explains that while there are many paths to success, every path requires commitment. There is no single "right way," but there is a wrong one: never fully deciding. Baylor unpacks the true meaning of

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06:21

Information Matters. Action Wins.

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/17

You can gather all the data in the world, but at some point, you still have to step up and take the shot. Show Notes — Step Up and Hit the Shot In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor uses a cold round of golf and an AI-powered caddie to unpack a powerful lesson about decision-making and confidence. Advice, data, and preparation all matter—but they don't replace the moment when you have to act. Baylor explains why getting guidance, research, and perspective is critical when chasing big

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06:21

Stop Promising "Later"

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/16

If you keep telling yourself you'll start tomorrow, this episode is your wake-up call. Progress only happens when today counts. Show Notes — Tomorrow Never Comes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on a passage from his book Wintality and the hard lesson it taught him about postponing what matters most. Through a personal story about love, ambition, and missed moments, he unpacks the danger of living in "one day" thinking. Baylor challenges the mindset of being a "just dreamer" someone

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06:21

Why Every Day Is a Birthday

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2025/12/15

f you've ever felt disappointed when a milestone rolled around and life didn't look the way you thought it would, this episode reframes how you measure progress and why every single day matters more than one date on the calendar. Show Notes — Why Every Day Is a Birthday In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor reflects on why he's never been a "big birthday" person and how years of unmet expectations shaped that mindset. Looking back on the early years of his career, he explains how feeling stuck

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06:23

The Power of Staying in Your Lane

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/12

If you feel alone right now or stuck waiting for the "right people" to show up, this episode reminds you of a powerful truth. When you stay in the race and keep moving in the direction of your goals, the right people don't have to be chased. They will find you. Show Notes — Stay in the Race and the Right People Will Find You In this episode, Baylor reflects on a photo from his very first marathon, a race he stumbled into and struggled through. At mile 14, exhausted, alone, and mentally breaking

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06:49

Don't Prepare for Everything, Prepare for What's Next

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/11

When you try to prepare for every possible scenario, you don't become more effective. You just become slower. Progress requires clarity, not clutter. Show Notes — Don't Prepare for Everything, Prepare for What's Next In this episode, Baylor revisits a story from Extreme Ownership about Navy SEALs who weighed themselves down by over-preparing for a mission. They were trying to be ready for everything, but the extra load only slowed them down. Baylor breaks down why the same thing happens in real

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06:17

You're Not for Everyone, and That's the Point

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/10

Freedom begins when you stop trying to appeal to everyone and start showing up for the people who are actually meant for you. Show Notes In this episode, Baylor shares a hilarious long-running Crocs joke that leads to a powerful truth about identity, audience, and purpose. Using everything from candy corn to corporate feedback surveys, he explains why trying to be universally liked is one of the fastest ways to dilute your impact. Baylor breaks down why it's not your job to convert critics or win

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06:15

Lead From the Front, Support From the Back

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/09

Great leaders aren't defined by how loudly they speak— but by how strong their team becomes because of them. Show Notes — "Lead From the Front—and the Back" In today's episode, Baylor breaks down what real leadership looks like as we move into 2026—not the title, not the spotlight, but the standard you set and the people you surround yourself with. He challenges you to evaluate your circle: Are these quality people? Do they have integrity? Do they help move you forward—and do you help move them

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06:17

Stop Sharing Umbrellas With People Who Love the Storm

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/08

Some people don't just experience bad days—they look for storms so they can complain about being soaked. This episode teaches you how to protect your energy from the people who drain it most. Show Notes — "Stop Giving Your Energy to Storm Chasers" In this episode, Baylor shares a moment from a coffee shop where a man argued loudly on speakerphone for over 13 minutes—complaining, rehashing, and reliving the same drama over and over again. And it highlighted something important: Some people aren't

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06:17

The People-Pleaser Trap: How to Break Free in 2026

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/05

If you're always the one who shows up for everyone else, this episode reveals why that strength can quietly become the very thing holding you back. Show Notes — "Stop Helping Everyone Except Yourself" In this episode, Baylor exposes one of the most overlooked forms of burnout: being the reliable one. The fixer. The hero. The go-to problem solver. The people pleaser. It sounds noble. It feels selfless. And you may genuinely believe you're just "helping." But Baylor breaks down how people-pleasing

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06:15

Plant the Seeds of Who You'll Become

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/04

If you want a different life in 2026, you can't wait for the calendar to change—your transformation begins with the seeds you plant today. Show Notes — "Plant the Seeds of Who You'll Become" In this episode, Baylor breaks down why most resolutions fail and why short-sighted intention is the silent killer of people's goals. We love to talk about change, we love to write our goals out, and we even love to visualize perfect futures—but none of that replaces the long-term mindset required for real

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06:17

Don't Outgrow Your Joy

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/03

Somewhere along the way, we stop letting ourselves be kids—yet the freedom we're craving might be buried inside the parts of us we told ourselves to outgrow. Show Notes — "Find Your Happy Meal" In this episode, Baylor shares a hilarious yet profound moment sparked by McDonald's new Grinch meal. One impulsive run to the drive-thru with his dog turned into an unexpected reminder of something adults forget far too often: Joy matters. Impulse matters. Fun matters. Baylor unpacks why so many people lose

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06:23

Gamify the Grind

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/02

What if the difference between staying stuck and leveling up was simply turning your goals into a game you actually want to play? Show Notes — "Level Up Your Life" In today's episode, Baylor dives into a surprising lesson from his first week of Ironman training and his introduction to the Zwift cycling platform. What was supposed to be an hour-and-four-minute indoor ride suddenly turned into an all-out international competition — flags from around the world on the screen, points on the line, and a

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06:23

Get Out of Your Own Way

Shark Theory ·

2025/12/01

Before you convince yourself you "aren't ready," ask this: Are you actually unprepared… or just standing in your own way? Show Notes — "Get Out of Your Own Way" In today's episode, Baylor shares a lesson sparked by a blast of cold wind and a long overdue purchase: a bike trainer he knew he needed months ago. Like many of us, he put it off… not because he didn't need it, but because he didn't want to face the one part he didn't understand. From that moment comes a bigger truth: We delay the very

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06:23

Stop Black Friday-ing Yourself

Shark Theory ·

2025/11/28

If you spent today hunting for deals, here's the question Baylor wants you to ask yourself: Are you offering yourself at a discount too? Show Notes — "Stop Black Friday-ing Yourself" In this Black Friday episode of Shark Theory, Baylor uses the madness of holiday sales to illustrate a deeper, more personal problem: many of us treat ourselves like bargain-bin items. We discount our value. We lower our standards. We let people get the "full version" of us for clearance-rack pricing—then wonder why

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