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Acta Non Verba

Marcus Aurelius Anderson

ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of “Actions, not words.” Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership & Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world’s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an

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61:32

DJ Dolan: The Conscious Operator on War and Peace for...

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2022/11/23

“What are you willing to do now? What are you willing to do consistently, tomorrow?” On today’s episode DJ Dolan shares how his experience in the military and law enforcement created a foundation for helping others balance strength and peace in daily life. Listen in as DJ and I discuss why multitasking is glorified inefficiency, the importance of being able to fall back on habits and training, and why leaders end up creating unnecessary friction. DJ also reveals how to invest in your team and

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40:39

WARRIOR WISDOM: The Book of 5 Rings - Why Miyamoto...

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2022/11/16

What are the most important lessons you would share in your final moments? Today I’m breaking down lessons from Samurai master Miyamoto Musashi and why The Book of 5 Rings is renowned in martial arts, leadership, business, and politics. Listen in as I explore the history of Miyamoto Musashi and how early exposure to death and violence impacted his mindset toward combat. Learn why warriors can be seen as psychopaths, the importance of Zen meditation to Miyamoto Musashi’s journey, and how you can

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51:20

Tetiana Gaidar: Tactical Talent and Adversity in...

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2022/11/09

On today’s episode Tetiana Gaidar reveals the winding road of rejection, grit, and personal motivation that became the force behind her career as an actress, dancer, and tactical trainer in Hollywood. Listen in as Tetiana and I discuss sustaining a busy schedule with many different roles, how she discovered her passion for acting, and why she has dedicated her time to teaching others the art of tactical training. Tetiana also shares how she stays rooted in action and how you can move past being a

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80:15

Brady Pesola: Strategic Stoicism

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2022/11/02

On today’s episode Brady Pesola explores how practical stoicism applies to facing adversity and using it to understand our emotions. Listen in as Brady and discuss how practical stoicism is woven naturally into military life, the importance of focusing on what you can control, and how prioritizing emotions can help you face micro adversities in everyday life. We also dig into finding motivation, and experiencing emotions over acting upon them. Brady Pesola of the Gray Man Project is a US Marine

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56:58

Ed Latimore: Stoic Street Smarts, Addiction and Identity

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2022/10/26

On today’s episode Ed Latimore shares how he found mastery in simplicity and the lessons you can learn from adversity, humility, and pushing forward. Listen in as Ed and I explore his ability to understand and appreciate the future, how he uses analogies to communicate important lessons in his writing, and why simplicity is the pinnacle of mastery. Ed also explains how understanding physics makes him a better and why overdelivering can convolute your message. Ed Latimore is a former professional

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66:42

Drew Estell: Process and Progress of a Warrior

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2022/10/19

On today’s episode, Drew Estell shares how he helps build confidence and resilience through coaching and firearms education. Listen in as Drew and I explore the impact of teaching technique vs. concepts, the influence of the military on Drew’s communication style, and how he uses pragmatic empathy to build up his students and help them face adversity. Drew also shares how implementing techniques consistently builds automated reactions that remove the emotion from the process of learning and create

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73:36

Lance Essihos: Mastering Adversity

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2022/10/12

On today’s episode Lance Essihos shares how his traumatic and tumultuous beginnings inspired him to share the lessons and stories of adversity to inspire others to see adversity as a gift. Listen in as Lance and I dive into the true adversity of overcoming yourself, how to see the lessons of challenges in the moment, and why daily actions are the key to growth. Lance shares why he doesn’t call himself a guru or expert, and how he continues to face challenges with alcoholism, addiction with

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62:15

Michael O’Brien: Rides Across the Country to Pause,...

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2022/10/05

On today’s episode Michael O’Brien shares how his journey riding his bike across the U.S. taught him valuable lessons about embracing uncertainty and building resilience. Listen in as Michael and I dive into how he dealt with the trauma of a life-altering accident by understanding the difference between resting and quitting, learning lessons from discomfort, and helping others to pause, breathe, and reflect. Michael O'Brien is the author of Shift: Creating Better Tomorrows. He is a former health

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67:01

Ian Strimbeck: No One is Coming to Save You

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2022/09/28

On today’s episode Ian Strimbeck is exploring how society can shift their perspective to be proactive in the effort to protect themselves and their communities. Listen in as Ian and I dive into the topic of self-protection through health, physical skills, and weaponry. Ian shares the impact of understanding the potential harm that surrounds us every day and being open to the wisdom that comes from awareness. Ian shares the complications of self-defense, and the questions you need to ask to feel

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54:40

Gavin Meenan: The Modern Day Warrior

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2022/09/21

On today’s episode Gavin Meenan shares how a devastating car accident changed the trajectory of his life and taught him the meaning of self-acceptance. Listen in as Gavin and I discuss why he’s on a mission to help men drop distractions and face adversity in order to work through the pain, trauma, and issues that are preventing them from living a healthy, balanced life. Gavin shares why men are likely to suppress their true selves, common distractions that keep men stuck, and how becoming a parent

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42:23

Zach Pogrob: How to BehaviorHack your Life

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2022/09/14

On today’s episode Zach Pogrob is revealing the keys to assessing and replicating the behaviors that will produce the best results. Listen in as Zach and I discuss how he focused on writing and creating in a way that has cultivated a community over 100k on Instagram, what it means to operate in a flow state, and his best advice for navigating the seasons of behaviors to optimize results. Zach also shares why he’s embracing obsession vs. passion and finds freedom in discipline. Zac Pogrob is the

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53:12

Lindsay Moran: Former CIA Spy Blows her Cover,...

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2022/09/07

On today’s episode Lindsay Moran shares how her time as a CIA spy taught her to assess, strategize, and embrace challenges in order to succeed. Listen in as Lindsay and I discuss the advantages to compartmentalizing aspects of life, being able to read people, understanding vulnerability, and how her role as an operative impacted her views of motherhood. Lindsay also explores the impact of human trafficking on women and children and why she’s teaming up with DeliverFund to make a

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14:41

Warrior Wisdom: Lessons from Jocko and the Council Event

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2022/08/31

Today I’m breaking down my experience during The Council event with Jocko Willink. Listen in as I discuss my experience learning more about the four laws of combat and how they apply to daily life as well as my thoughts on how you can take your own leadership experiences to the next level and inspire others. I’m sharing my advice on finding the purpose behind the mission, my key takeaways from The Council event, and why all leadership begins with self-leadership. You can learn more about Jocko and

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47:44

James Whittaker: Win the Day in Every Way

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2022/08/24

On today’s episode James Whittaker shares the key strategies and advice he’s gathered while interviewing successful athletes, authors, and entrepreneurs on the Win the Day podcast. Listen in James and I discuss the success habits and consistency strategies of the world’s most successful people and why a one-size strategy may be keeping you from achieving your goals. We explore the difference between having and wanting, how to create sustainability, and the importance of staying present and grounded

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60:10

Rafa Conde: The 21st Century Man of War

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2022/08/17

On today’s episode Rafa Conde returns to the podcast to discuss the new definition of a warrior and how he’s helping men walk the warrior’s path. Listen in as Rafa and I discuss the problem with false humility, why challenges cause us to doubt ourselves, and why plan B is setting you up for failure. He also shares why people are afraid to be in motion an how literally staying on your feet is the key to success. Rafa Conde is a man who has dedicated his life to the resurgence of the warrior mind

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49:55

Jeff Kirschner: Turning Adversity into Purpose

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2022/08/10

Today serial entrepreneur Jeff Kirschner joins me to discuss the key ingredients to creating a sustainable business with purpose. Listen in as Jeff and I explore why the world needs to hear stories of embracing adversity, why we avoid challenges – subconsciously or intentionally, and how to work through the discomfort of uncertainty. Jeff also shares leadership insights to empowering your team in order to avoid a performance bottleneck and the importance of pragmatic empathy as a leader. Jeff

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Warrior Wisdom Book Review: Put Your Ass Where Your...

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2022/08/03

On today’s episode I’m reviewing Steven Pressfield’s most recent book, Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be. Listen in as I explore the concepts of resistance, the lives within us, and what’s really stopping you from accomplishing your goals. During last week’s conversation Steve shared how it took nearly 30 years to get his first book published at the age of 54 and how his book will help you understand what’s holding you back from your own dreams. Steven Pressfield is the author of The War

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61:50

Steven Pressfield: Put Your Ass Where Your Heart...

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2022/07/27

On today’s episode Steven Pressfield shares the power of resistance and how creatives can overcome self-doubt. Listen in as Steven and I discuss the barriers we create for ourselves by giving into resistance, the excavating process of writing, and how continuing to write after success is an ongoing process of following your own compass. Steven Pressfield is the author of The War of Art which has sold over a million copies globally and been translated into multiple languages. He is a master of

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51:12

Ron Malhotra: the Black Footed Business Warrior

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2022/07/20

On today’s episode Ron Malhotra shares the key to embracing adversity, growing stronger, and investing in your emotional and mental health. Listen in as Ron and I explore that skill sets needed to thrive, why good times produce weak men, and how self-awareness can create resiliency and success. Ron also shares why we’re currently ill-prepared for adversity and how to know your blind spots when making decisions. Ron Malhotra is an award-winning wealth planner, renowned thought leader,

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61:39

Dr. Theresa Larson: A Warrior's Strength

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2022/07/13

On today’s episode Dr. Theresa Larson shares the mental and character traits that support the work of embracing adversity in everyday life. Listen in as Theresa and I explore the importance of keeping your life in perspective, dealing with family loss, and understanding the difference between reacting and responding. She also discusses the impact of having people around you who are putting in the work and why attention doesn’t create happiness. Dr. Theresa Larson is a leader, wife, mother of two

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