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Conviction Beats Consensus: The Untold Origin Story of ESPN - Mike Soltys and Garrett Sutton, Authors of "Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN"

May 13, 2026

What does it take to build something iconic when almost no one believes in the idea? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Soltys and Garrett Sutton to unpack the remarkable birth story of ESPN - and the leadership lessons hidden inside it. Long before ESPN became a global sports brand, it was a risky startup built on one simple conviction: sports fans wanted more.You’ll hear how founder Bill Rasmussen turned that belief into reality despite limited resources, industry skepticism, and consta...

The One Pause That Leaders Are Too Afraid To Take - Daniel Coyle, New York Times Best Selling Author

April 29, 2026

In his new book "Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment", Daniel Coyle explores a question many high performers eventually face - "What if achievement doesn't lead to fulfillment the way we think it will?" Drawing on his work in performance, talent, and culture, Coyle argues that many people spend years chasing success only to discover that winning alone doesn't create lasting joy, connection, or meaning. Instead, he suggests we may have the ...

Mindset with Brian Murphy: Obstacles to Opportunity

April 15, 2026

ReliaQuest Founder and CEO Brian Murphy talks about how he reframes obstacles into opportunities so he can consistently perform under pressure. He discusses his process to make the next right decision when uncertainty is high, and how momentum is built through action rather than overthinking. He offers experience-tested insight on staying present, learning fast, and helping teams perform at a higher level.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you&a...