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Scales Of Success Podcast

Marcus Arredondo

If you"ve ever encountered anxiety, imposter syndrome, or burnout, you"re not alone. Two years ago, becoming a dad flipped my world upside down.No matter how much I prepared, nothing could brace me for the chaos that followed, both at home and in my career. But in the struggle, I found a new obsession, leveraging every minute, every ounce of energy to achieve more with less. Who better to gain perspective and insight from than those who are doing it themselves? In the episodes to follow, I"ll share

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63:44

#60 - After the Win: Purpose, Identity, and Burnout...

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2025/12/17

What do you do when the goal that drove you is gone? In today’s episode, Marcus welcomes Justin Wills, founder, executive, advisor, and investor with a deep focus on community, technology, and art, and a driving force behind the revival of Luna Luna. Justin shares the rarely discussed side of building, exiting, and starting again, including burnout, identity shifts, creative instinct, and learning to trust what feels right when the noise gets loud. This conversation is for founders, creativ...

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57:35

#59 - The Human Truth Behind America’s Migration...

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2025/12/10

Stories that cut through borders, fear, and silence. In this episode, Marcus sits down with Jason De León to explore the human realities behind migration, smuggling, and survival. Through raw honesty and years of fieldwork, Jason brings forward the voices and moments most people never witness, revealing how hope, courage, and impossible decisions shape every journey north. This conversation pulls you beyond the headlines and into the lives that hold the true weight of our global migration cri...

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58:22

#58 - How Your Brain Shapes Who You Become with Dr....

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2025/12/03

In today’s episode of Scales Of Success Podcast, host Marcus Arredondo connects with neuroscientist Dr. Sarah McKay to reveal the real science behind identity, agency, and how the brain changes across life stages. You’ll learn why “baby brain” is misunderstood, how neuroplasticity fuels confidence, and what actually helps the brain create clarity, resilience, and long-term wellbeing. If you want a simple, smart way to understand your mind and upgrade your life, this conversation gives you the...

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53:49

#57 - Could Geoengineering Delay Climate Change? With...

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2025/11/19

What if one idea could shift the world’s climate future? In this eye-opening episode, Marcus sits down with Dr. Daniele Visioni to uncover the surprising science shaping the planet’s temperature and the cutting-edge climate tools most people have never heard of. Clear, bold, and packed with powerful insight, this conversation opens the door to possibilities that could change how we think about risk, responsibility, and the future we’re building. Dr. Daniele Visioni is an Assistant Professor ...

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#56 - The Alchemy of Aging Backward with Dr. Jason...

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2025/11/12

The quiet power of eating to outlive yourself. In this episode, host Marcus Arredondo welcomes Jason Antoun, Chairman and CEO, L-Nutra Inc., to drop truth bombs on how the way you eat, sleep, and stress is either building longevity or burning it. From the power of fasting to the science of cellular renewal, this episode strips the fluff and gives you the blueprint for aging backward without losing your sanity (or your snacks). It’s part biology, part rebellion, and all fire. Press play, reset...

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57:59

#55 - How Navy SEALs Master Uncertainty and Potential...

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2025/11/05

In today’s gripping episode of Scales Of Success, host Marcus Arredondo dialogues with Rich Diviney, a founder, retired Navy SEAL officer, author, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator, to uncover how elite performers stay calm when chaos hits. From mastering uncertainty to turning pressure into power, Rich reveals the tools that build unshakable focus, humility, and drive. Tune in and learn how to think, lead, and win like a SEAL, no matter what battlefield you’re on. Rich Diviney is a ...

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63:26

#54 - Convent to Competition: 72-Year-Old...

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2025/10/29

What if the path to spiritual strength began with a barbell? In this episode, Marcus connects with Sister Pat Farrell, who turned faith into physical power, proving it’s never too late to redefine what strength means. From corporate life to convent life to competitive powerlifting, she reveals how discipline, purpose, and belief can transform both body and soul. Press play and witness what happens when grace meets grit and strength becomes a form of prayer. Sister Pat Farrell, O.P., is a Dom...

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73:56

#53 - The Science of You: Rewriting the Rules of...

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2025/10/22

Where data meets destiny. In today’s mind-bending episode, host Marcus Arredondo is joined by Richard Sprague to reveal how personal data, AI, and curiosity are rewriting the rules of longevity. From microbiome tracking to AI eye scans, Richard proves that the future of science isn’t in labs, it’s in your hands. If you’re tired of guessing what works for your body and want to see real proof, this episode will flip the way you think about health forever. Richard Sprague is a technologist, ent...

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61:44

#52 - The Art of Failing Better: Wisdom, Ego, and...

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2025/10/15

In this electrifying episode of Scales Of Success, host Marcus Arredondo chats with Sean Waters, a musician, performer, writer, philosopher, and father, to talk about ego, purpose, and what it really means to live a well-examined life. From Joseph Campbell to Stoicism and Buddhist wisdom, Sean breaks down how self-awareness, creativity, and daily reflection can turn chaos into clarity. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you’re meant to be, this conversation is your wake-up ...

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62:38

#51 - What If Your Face Wasn’t Yours Anymore? With...

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2025/10/08

What happens when everything you thought defined you is stripped away? In this gripping conversation, Marcus interviews Terry Healey to reveal how tragedy can ignite purpose, power, and resilience. This isn’t about survival, it’s about the fire that rises when nothing else is left. Press play and feel the strength you didn’t know you had. Terry Healey is a survivor of a life-threatening cancer that left him with a permanent facial difference, and he is an author, keynote speaker, and busines...

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63:30

#50 - The Path to True Health Freedom with Dr....

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2025/10/01

Turning food, strength, and time into freedom. In today's episode, host Marcus Arredondo sits down with Dr. Moe to uncover fresh perspectives on healthspan, nutrition, and the hidden forces that shape energy, mindset, and longevity. From food noise to fitness, Dr. Moe reveals why the path to freedom begins with the choices we make every day. Press play and see how health can transform into real freedom. Dr. Maureen “Dr. Moe” Gibbons is a board-certified physician, Ironman athlete, and founde...

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52:14

#49 - From Prisons to Boardrooms: The Power of...

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2025/09/24

In this week’s heartfelt episode of Scales Of Success, host Marcus Arredondo welcomes Bob Roth to reveal how Transcendental Meditation (TM) is transforming lives, from prison yards to Fortune 100 boardrooms. Bob shares moving stories and hard science on how TM lowers stress, heals trauma, and builds lasting resilience. Discover why this simple daily practice may soon be as essential as medicine. Bob Roth, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, is one of the world’s leading teachers of Transcende...

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#48 - Behind the Lens of Waves and Stars with Bo Bridges

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2025/09/17

What does it take to risk it all for the perfect shot? In today’s episode, Marcus connects with world-renowned photographer and filmmaker Bo Bridges about chasing storms, capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments, and building a creative career that pushes limits. This is a story of vision, grit, and the artistry behind unforgettable images. Bo Bridges is an internationally acclaimed visual artist whose work spans fine art, sports, and cinema. His galleries in Manhattan Beach, Vail, and Maui feat...

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77:08

#47 - Cystic Fibrosis, Quarterback Dreams,...

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2025/09/10

Growth begins at the edge of resistance. In this episode, Marcus sits down with Mike Pawlawski to break down how challenges shape character and why resilience is the foundation of success. From mastering identity to building confidence through hard work, Mike shares practical strategies that help leaders, athletes, and entrepreneurs thrive under pressure. Packed with mindset tools and real stories, this conversation shows how to turn obstacles into opportunities for lasting growth. Mike Pawl...

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#46 - The Art of Surviving Loss with Jeffrey D. Boldt

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2025/09/03

In today’s heartfelt episode of Scales Of Success, host Marcus Arredondo talks with Jeffrey Boldt to talk about resilience, creativity, and the lessons grief can teach us. Through stories of love and loss, Jeffrey reveals how humor, memory, and art can help us carry forward strength and purpose. Jeffrey D. Boldt is an author and former environmental law judge. His work spans short fiction, poetry, and essays in outlets like HuffPost and Tikkun. He is the author of Blue Lake and Big Lake Trou...

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52:42

#45 - The Parenting Secrets We Forgot to Use with...

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2025/08/27

Are today’s parenting habits making kids less resilient? In this week’s episode, Marcus welcomes Michaeleen Doucleff, NPR correspondent and bestselling author of Hunt, Gather, Parent, to share lessons from cultures around the world on raising capable, connected children. From letting go of overpraise to fostering real contribution, Michaeleen offers simple, powerful shifts that nurture confidence, purpose, and emotional strength for kids and adults alike. Michaeleen Doucleff is an NPR scienc...

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#44 - What We Get Wrong About Climate Change with...

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2025/08/20

Shaping tomorrow through wisdom, science, and hope. In today’s episode, Marcus Arredondo connects with Cornell professor Toby Ault to discuss what most people get wrong about climate change, how to approach skeptics with curiosity, and why aligning passion with purpose matters. Through stories of travel, research, and teaching, this episode reveals practical wisdom for facing today’s challenges and building a more resilient future. Toby Ault is an Associate Professor of Earth and Atmospheric...

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#43 - The Real Rules of Entrepreneurship with David...

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2025/08/13

In this candid episode of Scales of Success, host Marcus Arredondo chats with serial entrepreneur David Makharadze to share hard-earned lessons from a career spanning scrappy startups to major exits. From recognizing opportunities others miss to forging lasting partnerships and navigating challenges with integrity, David shares strategies and stories that have driven his success. David Makharadze is an investor, operator, and entrepreneur with a track record of building and scaling ventures a...

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#42 - Music’s Beauty and Burden with Christopher Guzman

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2025/08/06

What does it mean to dedicate your life to music? In today’s thoughtful episode, Marcus jives with pianist and professor Christopher Guzman to talk about passion, pressure, and purpose. From childhood wonder to world stages, Chris shares the highs, lows, and lessons of a life in music, plus a few moving moments at the piano you won’t want to miss. Christopher Guzman, professor of piano at Northwestern's Bienen School of Music, is an international prize winner and classical concert pianist. H...

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#41 - Healing What We Can’t See with Ali Amirhooshmand

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2025/07/30

Where silence blooms, transformation begins. In this episode, Marcus welcomes Ali Amirhooshmand to explore how one psilocybin study sparked lasting change, from quieting anxious thoughts to shifting national conversations. This is a story of inner peace, policy reform, and what’s possible when science meets advocacy. Ali Amirhooshmand is a policy strategist and former congressional advisor with deep experience in tech, cannabis, and psychedelic reform. Now advising startups and shaping advoc...

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