The Official Podcast of the Navy SEAL Foundation and an IRONCLAD Original. Hosted by Chris Irwin, a retired SEAL and the Foundation’s Communications Director, On the X explores the latest expertise in mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, relationships, education, business, and more. Every week, Chris speaks with a thought leader at the forefront of their respective field, including renowned scientists, world-class practitioners, bestselling authors, and elite athletes. This is first-hand knowledge at the very center of topics that can change your life. This is On the X.
Latest episodes
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9 min
How to Beat Decision Fatigue: The “Fire, Ready, Aim” Mindset
Watch the Full Episode here: https://youtu.be/ErrUwlLCCPo In today’s Best Of clip, Chris sits down with Spartan Race founder Joe De Sena to talk about Joe’s “fire, ready, aim” appr…
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1 h 39
Billy Billingham: What the SAS Taught Me About Time, Mentorship & Life After War
In this episode of On The X, Chris sits down with Mark “Billy” Billingham, is a former British SAS operator, author, television personality, and security consultant. Billy shares h…
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11 min
Why Your Brain Defaults to Blame (and How Jocko Willink Trains Leaders to Override It) | BEST OF
In today’s Best Of clip, Chris sits down with retired Navy Seal, Echelon Front co-founder and author of Extreme Ownership, Jocko Willink to discuss about how we counter our natural…
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1 h 08
Should AI Have Rights? Sebastian Mallaby on Consciousness, Morality, and Machines
In this episode of On The X, Chris sits down with journalist and senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, and the author of The Infinity Machine, Sebastian Mallaby. Havin…
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13 min
"You Don't Need to Prove Anything" — Zachary Levi on Healing, Purpose & Community
In today’s Best Of clip, Chris sits down with actor, producer, and author Zachary Levi, known for Chuck and Shazam! franchise. They explore Zachary’s work in mental health advocacy…
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1 h 39
Poker, Probability, and the Psychology of Good Decisions | Annie Duke
In today’s episode of On The X, Chris Irwin sits down with Annie Duke to explore how her career as a professional poker player shaped her expertise in decision making. They discuss…
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13 min
Steve Rinella: 'If We Know the Outcome, We've Lost Something
In this special Best Of clip, Steve Rinella (Meat Eater) breaks down the hidden logic behind "fair chase" in hunting. Using his "apple tree vs. apple" analogy, he explains why hunt…
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1 h 15
Why You Hate Running (And How to Love It Again) | Nike’s Coach Bennett
In today’s episode of On The X, Coach Chris Bennett, Nike's Global Head Running Coach, former UNC captain and Olympic Development athlete, built a championship high school cross co…
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10 min
George Kittle’s Proven Mindset for Never Letting Bad Days Win (Best Of)
In today’s On The X Best Of clip, Chris Irwin sits down with San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle to talk about his mindset behind his joy and legacy. From the Calvin & Hobb…
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1 h 08
The Systems Guy: Ben Meer on Designing a Life That Works
In today’s episode of On The X, Chris Irwin sits down with Ben Meer, best known as “The Systems Guy” who has spent years as an innovation consultant for Fortune 500 companies, and…
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12 min
"You Don't Conquer a Big Wave" | Laird Hamilton (Best Of)
This "best-of" clip is from a previous episode of On the X. Big-wave legend Laird Hamilton breaks down what's actually happening in your head when the pressure is real. He explains…
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1 h 25
The Best Thing My Father Gave Me: Herm Edwards on Name, Legacy, and Building Mental Toughness
On this episode of On The X, Chris sits down with Herm Edwards, the legendary NFL cornerback, head coach, and broadcaster. Herm spent a decade as a cornerback for the Eagles, Falco…
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9 min
Simon Sinek on Character vs. Skill: What SEAL Training Teaches About Hiring (Best Of)
This "best-of" clip is from a previous episode of On the X. You can watch the full interview with Simon Sinek here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ueqhl7OKWbM Known for his transf…
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1 h 05
Steven Pressfield: On Fear, Honor, and Writing
On this week's On The X, Chris Irwin sits down with Marine Corps veteran and bestselling author Steven Pressfield to discuss his 27-year road to publication and the craft that shap…
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12 min
The Placebo Effect Isn't Fake | Here's What's Actually Happening in Your Brain (Best Of)
In this Best Of On The X clip, Chris sits down with pioneering computational neuroscientist Dr. Read Montague (Director of the Center for Human Neuroscience Research at Virginia Te…
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1 h 28
The Strength Span: Andy Speer on Training for a Long, Capable Life
Peloton strength and tread instructor Andy Speer joins On The X to break down why most people train the wrong way as they age. From his roots as a competitive gymnast and college p…
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1 h 06
"Too Stubborn to Quit" | Kirstie Ennis on Rebuilding After Losing Everything
Marine Corps veteran Kirstie Ennis survived a helicopter crash in Afghanistan that shattered her body and nearly broke her mind. After 40+ surgeries, a battle with the VA, and a su…
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1 h 07
Jim Harbaugh: Principles, Purpose, and the Long Game
On today's episode of On the X, Jim Harbaugh, All-American quarterback, 15-year NFL veteran, and one of the most decorated coaches in football history - sits down to share the prin…
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1 h 31
Patrick Vellner Reflects on a Decade of CrossFit, Athlete Safety, and Life After Competition
On today's episode, Chris sits down with Dr. Patrick Vellner, the nine-time CrossFit Games athlete and Doctor of Chiropractic. Patrick reflects on a decade competing at the highest…
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1 h 09
The Eye of the Hurricane: Finding Stillness Under Pressure (w/ George Mumford)
On today's episode, Chris sits down with George Mumford, the mindfulness coach Phil Jackson called his secret weapon, who has worked with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and countless…