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Becoming the Master of Your Fear: Tips from @John_Livesay (The Pitch Whisperer)
Are you tired of feeling stuck in your personal or professional life because of fear? Do you struggle to create compelling stories that captivate your audience and drive sales? Then get ready for a super-helpful episode of The Brian Nichols Show that will inspire and empower you to conquer your fears and become a master storyteller!
Join Brian Nichols and his guest, John Livesay, The Pitch Whisperer, as they discuss how John's experience as a former lifeguard has influenced his career in sales and storytelling. John shares a story of how he used techniques from his lifeguarding days to help a young girl overcome her fear of jumping off the high dive. Little did he know that those same techniques would later help him in his sales career.
But that's just the beginning. John and Brian dive deep into the topic of fear and how it can hold us back in all areas of life. John shares his expert advice on how to overcome fear of rejection, fear of the unknown, and fear of failure, so you can break through the barriers that are holding you back and achieve your full potential.
And if you're struggling to create compelling stories that captivate your audience and ultimately drive sales, John has some game-changing insights for you. He shares a simple checklist for crafting a story that is clear, concise, and compelling, and emphasizes the importance of incorporating emotions into your story to make it truly unforgettable.
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Brian Nichols 0:10
Can we learn a thing about sales by learning things from a lifeguard? Let's talk about that. Instead of focusing on winning arguments, we're teaching the basic fundamentals of sales and marketing and how we can use them to win in the world of politics, teaching you how to meet people where they're at on the issues they care about. Welcome to The Brian Nichols Show. Well, happy Monday there, folks, Brian Nichols here on The Brian Nichols Show. And thank you for joining us, of course, another fun filled episode. I am as always your humble host going to you live from our Stratus ip studios. Don't let cyber attacks or outdated visit technology put your company at risk. Learn more at the Brian Nichols show.com forward slash Stratus ip. So can we in fact, learn some sales techniques from a story from a lifeguard joining us today to discuss all that and more. John, let us say, John, welcome to The Brian Nichols Show. Hey,
John Livesay 1:01
Brian, thanks for having me. I think I should probably clarify that I'm a former lifeguard. I'm not currently on duty. Well,
Brian Nichols 1:08
that'd be good. Because right now you're devoted attention, I think is for 20 minutes towards The Brian Nichols Show audience. We don't want any accidents happening. But hey, let's actually rewind a little bit because we're going to start things off today telling or your rather you're going to tell a story about when you were a lifeguard and how that experience of being a lifeguard actually impacted a lot of where you are today, not just in your your world of sales, but also in storytelling. And that is something you learned when you were a lifeguard. So John, how about we start things off there?
John Livesay 1:35
Sure you picture the I'm about 19 years old so many years ago sitting on my lifeguard perch in the suburbs of Chicago. On a hot summer afternoon. Usually, I had a whistle around my neck and some near sunglasses and zinc oxide on my nose thinking I looked pretty cool. But mostly I just blew the whistle that kids running on wet cement not to fall. But there's one afternoon, Brian, there's a little 12 year old girl standing on the edge of the high dive looking down with a great deal of trepidation. And I thought, oh, boy, this is probably her first time jumping off. And that alone made me sit up on the edge of my left guard perch. And she finally got the courage to jump off. And I started counting how many seconds is she underwater four seconds, five seconds, six seconds. And I thought Ah, she's been under too long. She finally gets up. She's flailing and coughing. And I thought even if I threw a buoy, she wouldn't see it. So I dive in polar the side. And she's still choking and coughing, but I knew she was going to be okay. So while that had that happened so many years ago, the lesson of stress and panic not happening. But instead staying calm has stayed with me my entire career. Even when years later, I got laid off from a job, that lesson to not panic and stay calm, which is another story really stayed true for me.
Brian Nichols 2:59
And I wanted to maybe dig into what you then go on to explain a bit more. And that's something we've talked about here on The Brian Nichols Show, because as we teased in the intro, we talk about not just the world of sales and marketing, but also how can we apply them to the world of politics. And sometimes John requires us to get outside of our comfort zone. So can you talk a little bit a little bit about getting out of your comfort zone? And how that helps you along your way?
John Livesay 3:21
Yes? Well, when you are in a comfort zone, you tend to do things the same way go to work the same way every day, or whatever it is. In my case, I've been selling advertising for Conde Nast for magazines for many years. And then I got the call from my Boston, New York saying, you know, we've decided we're going to have to lay off everybody outside of New York and 30% of the sides, you know, salespeople in New York as well. So I said, Well, don't you need to stablish reports and know where these ads that are scheduled should appear. And she said, Well, that'd be great. But everyone else is so angry, they're storming out. And I thought I'm not going to do that. And it was my lifeguard training to not panic when I was getting laid off. That really impacted me because little did I know that two years later, I'd get rehired by leaving on such a good note. And I ended up winning salesperson of the year for all of Conde Nast against 400 reps around the world. So that ability to stay calm under pressure really helps all of us in many situations. And of course, we all just experienced a pandemic disrupted again. So we have a choice. Do I panic here? Or do I stay call?
Brian Nichols 4:29
Well, and that leads right into the next part. And that is well fear, right? We've all felt fear over the past three years, and we feel fear in a lot of different areas in life. So what are the three phases of fear? And how would you recommend we address in there, John?
John Livesay 4:44
Well, the first one is the fear of rejection. And of course, if you're in sales, you know, that fear is common, but my solution here is to never reject yourself or what you're selling. When I was selling ads for Conde Nast and they were they were going with somebody else. I thought maybe somebody else could have convinced them. to say yes, or maybe what I'm selling isn't the best. Don't do that to yourself. Never reject yourself. The second fear is the fear of the unknown. Well, what's going to happen in the future? And I think the key here is don't go it alone, collaborate, get some help work with your co workers, get some outside help. And then of course, the final fear is the fear of failure. You know, what, if this doesn't work out, I'll be embarrassed and wasted time and money. And one of my friends said, you know, failure is just feedback. You keep going until you get a zombie idea. So great, it won't die.
Brian Nichols 5:35
You're the pitch whisper. John, talk to us about that. What does it require one to become a pitch whisper.
John Livesay 5:41
There's a whole trading undergraduate program at Harvard. I was giving a sales keynotes talk to anthem insurance. And they had said, you know, after your talk, could you stay, we're going to have an improvisation session, people are going to shout out objections from the audience, and people are gonna be on stage role playing. And if you could stay on stage and whisper in their ear, something from your talk in case they got stuck, that would be great. And it worked really well. And people loved it. And they said, Oh, I wish you could be my ear when I'm in the field. And I told that story to Ink Magazine. And they said, Well, sounds like you're the pitch whisperer. I loved it. And I took it, and now trademarked it.
Brian Nichols 6:22
I like it. Well, there you go. Um, well, let's talk about something I think, goes along with why you got called the pitch whisperer. And also goes to why the audience has been so captivated today throughout the episode, that is that you're really good at telling stories, John, talk to us about how we can more effectively craft compelling stories that get people captivated, but also eventually sell?
John Livesay 6:43
Well, there's a checklist for your story. It should be clear, concise, and compelling. If it's not clear, and you use a bunch of acronyms and confuse people, they're gonna say, No, it needs to be concise. Because you need want people to be able to remember and repeat your story for you when they have other meetings and other people they meet. And finally, it needs to be compelling. Because it has to tug at our heartstrings the stakes have to be high enough in the story for us to care about this, what's happening in the story. So clear, concise, and compelling. Is your checklist. The next time you're telling a story, ask people, was it clear? Was it concise enough for you to remember? And did it make you feel anything?
Brian Nichols 7:24
What's a story outside of your own personal stories, but you can just look beyond anything, even in the world of politics, someone who either told a great story or wanted to sticks out in particular that you're like, Wow, that was in fact, a great story. And here's why.
John Livesay 7:40
Well, I would say that, I can give you a story of a client's story. They were selling a product that made surgeries Go 30% Faster. And they couldn't figure out why doctors were buying it. And I said it's because there's no story. And so we crafted this story that imagine how happy Dr. Higgins was six months ago, using our equipment, he could go out to the patient's family an hour earlier than expected. And if you've ever waited for someone you love to come out of surgery, you know, every minute feels like an hour. And the doctor said to them good news, the scope shows they don't have cancer, they're going to be fine. Family was very relieved, the doctor turns to the rep and says, you know, this is why I became a doctor from moments like this. Now that rep tells that case story instead of a case study, or a fact to another doctor at another hospital who nine times out of 10 will say that's why I became a doctor I want your equipment to. So stories like that, that pull people in that they see themselves in, allow you to get people to buy because you're magnetic with your storytelling instead of pushing out of fact,
Brian Nichols 8:49
there were two emotions you brought up there. The first one I hear ya heard was the word happy, which refers to love. And then the other one I heard was the fear that people have when they're sitting in the waiting room. Waiting. I think that is something that we should talk about maybe a little bit more is the use of emotions. When you're crafting storytelling. How do you find effectively bridging both using love and fear to help tell compelling stories?
John Livesay 9:16
Well, a story has four parts. There's the exposition, the who, what, where when you paint a picture, like you're a journalist, I said the doctor's name and location. And the emotion part comes in when you describe the problem. So Brian, the better you describe someone's problem by showing empathy and describing some emotions that that person is feeling in your story. That also gets people that feel something and they have the emotional connection because remember, people buy emotionally and then back it up with logic. Then the third step is the solution. But here's the secret to a great story. There's a resolution What is life like after that product or service or hiring you has happened? So imagine if the Wizard of Oz ended when Dorothy got in the balloon to go back to Kansas, the end But now there's that wonderful resolution scene where she's in bed saying, There's no place like home and you were there. So having four parts of a story that have a motion in it, make us feel something. And that's what helps us remember it.
Brian Nichols 10:15
So when, when we're trying to, and now putting myself into the vulnerability chair here, when you're trying to sell some boring stuff, right, like cybersecurity or technology, just stuff that sometimes feels like you're watching the paint dry, right? How would you recommend being able to craft some compelling stories that get it directors, Chief Information Officers, folks like that, who maybe their you know, particular product set that they're working with also isn't so sexy that they feel it's particularly emotionally driving as well? What would you recommend?
John Livesay 10:48
Well, I work with a lot of companies in technology, and healthcare, who have products that you may not think are, quote, sexy. And so the first thing I do is I will say, What happens if this product doesn't work? So let's take cybersecurity, what are the stakes? If Well, we know what it's like when the emails get hacked, and information gets leaked. And suddenly, there's a little bit of drama. Let me give you another example. When I was working with Honeywell, they make a fan that is in the operating room to keep the room clean. And they talked about how fast it was spinning and particles and nothing really sexy. I said, Well, what happens if the fan doesn't work? And they said, Well, you know, the patients are exposed when they're being operated on, they could get infected. Okay, that's interesting. But here's the two other words, I wouldn't encourage people to ask anything else. And they said, Well, now that you ask it, this is pre COVID. By the way, it also keeps the doctors and nurses from getting secondhand smoke, they're in there all day cutting people in their smoke, I mean, and if that pans out working properly as a hot, that's the story we're going to tell and we're going to tell it to HR, we're not talking to the purchasing department anymore. We're telling that story of safety for the employees to an HR person, and how they need to have that because God forbid, one of those nurses or doctors get secondhand smoke because they didn't get the right fan in the room. Suddenly, the cost is not as relevant, right? It's a must have instead of why do we need a span that spins this much faster? So that's an example of taking something that's a fan, terribly exciting, until you put a story to it.
Brian Nichols 12:30
So how do you recommend and this is maybe tough, because it's hard to figure out what story to tell at the right time, right? And I see this I've been doing this now for about a decade. And I see I have oodles of stories I can pick from at any given time. But how do you know which story to tell at the right moment?
John Livesay 12:48
Well think of your brain like a playlist. Instead of songs coming out, you have stories in there. So it's great that you have multiple stories, but you need to have the right story to the right person, as you said at the right time. So I would encourage everybody listening to write down your three to five big avatars. You know, this is I'm talking to a purchasing person, I'm talking to a CEO, or if you're selling homes, for example, well, there's a situation where it's a families first time buyer, or it's an elderly couple scaling down, have different scenarios ready to go so that you tell a story that is most likely to get that person to see themselves in that story. And then you no longer have to be pushy closing, you just simply say, does that sound like the kind of journey you'd like to go on? And if you've told the right story, nine times out of 10, that person is going to see themselves in it and say, Yes, it does.
Brian Nichols 13:39
We we know when we talk to our buyer, we're talking to a persona, but we're also talking to a person. And I think that's also sometimes the most important thing is to remove the A from Persona. And remember that in fact, it is a human being that you are talking to someone just like you that they put their shoes on the same exact way every morning. So when we're talking to that individual, I think it's not only important to address the business concerns and the business problems, but you mentioned it to the human problems, the human issues that that person is experiencing. So how would you recommend uncovering those in a tactful way? When you're trying to have these conversations with your prospect, whether you're your persona, your target buyer, without maybe being too aggressive, but still touching on those pain points?
John Livesay 14:26
Well, I think it starts at the beginning of a sales call. And I have something where I call it a story of origin. For example, if I was working with you, I'd say Brian, how did you get into this? Data security, all these other things? And you would say, Oh, well, I first stumbled upon it, or I was always fascinated by data or whatever your story is that got you into this. I work with architects, you know, they have all kinds of stories of how they you know, as a kid, were taking downtown to see skyscrapers or played with Legos. There's some human element there. And once you share your own story of origin, it's so I'm easy to then ask the person not the persona, that you're talking to tell me your story of origin. How did you get into this, and you'll be amazed at what comes up. And that builds rapport in a very different way than just talking about sports or whether
Brian Nichols 15:18
you have a brand new book coming out. Now you have some other books in the past, you have the seven powerful selling secrets, you have the successful pitch, and then better selling through storytelling, which obviously, we've been talking about a lot today, but you have a brand new book coming out, it maybe takes a little bit of a turn from that original approach. And instead, you're telling a story about that. And then this is the sale is in the tail. Talk to us about your brand new book, and what can folks expect there?
John Livesay 15:43
Well, it's a business fable. So it literally is a story about storytelling set here in Austin, where I live, there's no reception. And again, the goal is that you're on the journey, and I have people writing me sometimes going, Oh, I thought this lead character was going to do this instead of that. And I love that because it means you're invested in the story. So as you're learning, and seeing yourself in a salesperson who's struggling and in a slump, to get out of that slump, because he learns about storytelling from a co worker, you go on that journey. And then at the end of it, you realize you've actually learned a lot about the different kinds of stories to tell and how to tell them. And there's some methodology and templates for people to follow. So people are very engaged. So it's another way to get the information out without it being quite so direct, but instead a little more entertaining, hopefully.
Brian Nichols 16:32
All right, John, well, we are already heading towards the tail end of the episode, which means we are getting ready for our final thoughts, and how about this, I'll kick things off. And this is something that we've been talking about here in The Brian Nichols Show for goodness since 2018, when we started the program, and that is the idea of storytelling. Now we've been focusing specifically in the world of politics, how do we tell stories in that world. But you know, as we've grown over the years here at the show, we've taken a much more hardline approach to the world of sales and marketing, but also talking to a lot more entrepreneurs and business professionals out there. This obviously, folks, it correlates into the business world, if not, this is kind of what we started focusing on in the business world and having success there. And now bring to the world of politics here, The Brian Nichols Show, and that's why we're doing it because it works. We have folks like John showing that it works. And obviously going through today and outlining how it works. So with that being said, John, that were my final thoughts, what do you have for us?
John Livesay 17:24
I would say that, when you remember that whoever tells the best story is the one that's going to persuade someone to do something that you no longer have to feel like you're pushing out facts and figures. People want to buy from people that they trust. And like, and more importantly, there's an unspoken question everybody has, which is will this work for me? And if you tell a story that they see themselves in, they're going to be answering that question. Yes, I do. Because I see myself in the story. And you're gonna start getting more people to buy whatever it is you're selling. The sale
Brian Nichols 17:55
is in the tail, John, where can folks go ahead and grab their copy if they want to start reading as soon as possible?
John Livesay 18:03
Well, it's on Amazon. It's also an audible with me narrating it, if you take out your phone and text the word pitch p i t ch 266866, you get the first chapter for free to see if you're intrigued enough to want to read more
Brian Nichols 18:17
66866 we will include that link in the show notes. And also folks just to make sure you didn't miss anything from today's episode, we're going to make it really easy for you. If you're joining us here on the audio version of the show, which I know 99% of you are click the artwork in your podcast catcher, it'll bring you over to today's episode where you can find the entire transcript from the episode. Plus, you can find all of John's links plus you can find all 684 other episodes of The Brian Nichols Show. Now, with that being said, also, we do have a video version of the show, which I know some of you can go ahead and find both on YouTube Odyssey and rumble. But do me a favor wherever you go hit that little notification bell and subscribe button so you don't miss a single time we go live. And with that being said, John, where can folks go ahead? And if they want to follow you continue the conversation. We're gonna go ahead and do that
John Livesay 19:05
on Instagram. I'm the pitch whisperer. And you can also follow me on LinkedIn, which is just my name, John, like I say, and I look forward to interacting with as many people as interested in hearing more about storytelling.
Brian Nichols 19:18
Perfect. All right, folks. Well, there you have it. And by the way, the conversation today will not end there. If you're joining us here on the YouTube. Well, you know that not only is storytelling important in when you're trying to help make people change a decision or actually make a decision, but also building trust. How do you build trust? We're going to continue that conversation here on YouTube with Darryl sicko. He joined me to talk about all that and more so I will see you over there. But with that being said, it's Brian Nichols signing off. You're on The Brian Nichols Show for John limit say we'll see you tomorrow.
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Author / Keynote Speaker / Public Speaker /
John Livesay, aka The Pitch Whisperer, is an incredible keynote speaker. His TEDx talk: "Be The Lifeguard of Your Own Life" has over 1,000,000 views and was featured in Larry King’s Show. He has an innate ability to motivate companies’ sales teams to turn mundane case studies into compelling case stories so they win more new business. From John’s award-winning career at Conde Nast, he shares the lessons he learned.
Best-selling author and creator of the online course "Revenue Rockstar Mastery.", Host of his own Podcast “The Successful Pitch” heard in over 60 countries and co-creator of The Superhero U which is a community to help people discover their superhero power and live a life full of confidence and creativity. John has a new book, The Sale Is in the Tale, is a business fable set in Austin, TX, and is about a sales representative whose old ways of selling are not working anymore.
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When a madman with a rifle started shooting at an Indiana mall this past weekend, a good guy with a gun stopped him—and saved countless lives.
How can selling different help you win more business?
Brian Nichols: "Why why is it so hard to close business? Because we make it harder than it actually has to be." Check out today's special solo episode where we dig into how to adapt with the changes, plus helping …
On today's episode, I'm joined by Lt. Col Waldo Waldman to talk about leading with courage, building trusting partnerships, and reaching new heights in business.
@JP_Kirby explores the alarming decline of confidence in American higher education, discussing the impact of student loan forgiveness, indoctrination on campuses, and the importance of empowering students to reclaim their freedoms and make informed choices for a brighter future.
@adamobrien_ joins to discuss the world of Bitcoin, exploring its potential future in the cryptocurrency industry, the importance of autonomous banking, and the risks and rewards of decentralized finance.
@libertywoody unveils innovative tactics for flipping political landscapes, leveraging sales and marketing approaches to connect with voters, and dismantling traditional strongholds.
Former pastor turned sales pro Jacob Tacher reveals the transferrable skills of questioning, listening, storytelling, and relationship-building he honed in ministry to become an expert in the art of cold calling and sales prospecting.
Robert Lee discusses why candidates need to connect with people's issues and provide valuable solutions without anger, discussing the secrets behind successful political marketing campaigns and the importance of connecting with voters on a personal level.
Former NFL executive @PaulEpsteinLA reveals his strategies for playing offense in business and life, overcoming adversity, making fast confident decisions, and building unshakeable confidence by consistently acting on your values.
Chad Stewart discusses how schools are killing creativity in kids and solutions like homeschooling to nurture imagination and empower the next generation.
@RealSpikeCohen and @whiteflagapp founder @Jonny_McCoy have a raw, inspiring discussion about embracing peer support and human connection to transform mental health and save lives.
Brian Nichols & @Jtodd601 expose the conversational pitfalls sabotaging holiday political talks and detail tactics to foster genuine dialogue on charged issues.
Host Brian Nichols and guest Karl Becker discuss transforming sales through embracing the powerful human truths and motivations lying below the surface that typical tactics never uncover.
After overcoming her own health crisis, Sonia Gomez is on a mission to transform our broken food system by empowering families to take control of their health and build self-reliance through homesteading.
Biden's reckless spending fuels historic inflation that crushes families, while Bill Maher's fake libertarian virtue signaling is exposed by Patrick Bet-David's principled consistency.
A retiree fights an extortionate $23,000 California home-building fee all the way to the Supreme Court to defend property rights and rein in a dystopian system allowing unchecked legislative power grabs that drive up housing prices.
Amid despairing predictions, Brian makes an impassioned case that ordinary citizens reclaiming active empowerment through local community renewal centered on timeless truths, not partisan politics, can rescue the fraying American fabric.
In this groundbreaking episode, recorded during Amp America's first-ever Twitter/X Spaces, Brian Nichols and "The eXtremist Files" producer Matt Edwards explore the power of satire in challenging extreme political narratives, revealing how humor can be a potent tool for exposing …
@mattfrendewey shares how the closure of a failed micro school in West Virginia demonstrates the true power and importance of school choice in holding educators accountable and empowering parents to make the best decisions for their children's education.
Embrace your authentic leadership voice, harness the power of storytelling, and rewrite your sales mindset to scale your business while staying true to your values, as shared by Justin Janowski, founder of Faith 2 Influence, in this insightful conversation with …
@CarlSzabo explores the unintended consequences of government overreach in the digital realm, emphasizing the importance of parental responsibility and targeted solutions in protecting children online while preserving privacy and free speech rights for all Americans.
@mkibbe explores how the liberty movement can harness the power of culture, comedy, and storytelling to create a compelling vision for a freer future, celebrating recent victories and supporting the unsung heroes who are fighting for freedom on the front …
AI expert @JoeGulesserian returns to explore the potential consequences of AI on democracy, employment, and society, warning of a dystopian future marked by mass unemployment, corporate-government collusion, and the erosion of individual freedom, while offering strategies for adapting and resisting …
Michael Pickens returns to share his insights on reprogramming your subconscious mind for success by setting clear goals, breaking them down into actionable steps, and using powerful tools like affirmations and visual reminders to stay focused and motivated on your …
Rewire your brain for sales success by mastering the internal art of influence, living your values, and embracing curiosity to uncover your prospects' true needs and have your best year ever.
Self-made multimillionaire @Thedropoutmm shares his inspiring journey and the invaluable lessons he learned while building a business empire without a college degree or startup capital, emphasizing the crucial role of perseverance, mentorship, and coachability in achieving entrepreneurial success against all …
In this thought-provoking episode, Brian Nichols and host Randy Wilinski explore the art of engaging in productive, nuanced conversations amidst a polarized political landscape, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, good-faith discussions, and focusing on root causes to foster personal growth …
@Homeschool_LLC shares how homeschooling empowers parents to provide a personalized, efficient, and creativity-fostering education that prepares children for an ever-changing future while strengthening family bonds.
Beekeeper Steven Brown reveals the shocking extent of government overreach in New Zealand, detailing how authorities destroyed $2 million worth of his beekeeping equipment and products, and then billed him for the destruction, highlighting the dire consequences of unchecked bureaucratic …
Brian Nichols explains why libertarians need to shift their focus from preaching to the choir to effectively selling their ideas to a broader audience by understanding and addressing the kitchen table issues that matter most to voters, rather than getting …
Halli Faulkner from @yes_everykid_f explores the transformative potential of school choice, discussing how empowering parents and breaking down traditional barriers to educational options can revolutionize the future of education in America.
Tax expert @scottahodge reveals the shocking ways taxes secretly control our lives, driving up costs and stifling economic growth, and offers a compelling vision for a simpler, fairer tax system that could unleash prosperity and freedom for all.
Steve Hayes explores the stark contrasts between Trump and Biden's tax plans, painting a vivid picture of America's economic future and the potential for a fairer, simpler tax system under the FairTax plan.
@BenjaminAyanian explains how progressive economic policies often harm society's most vulnerable by misdiagnosing problems and creating detrimental unintended consequences.
Explore why increased education funding isn't improving student outcomes, challenging listeners to reconsider how we structure and fund our schools to truly benefit teachers and students. Copy Retr
The recent Trump-Biden debate exposed Biden's apparent cognitive decline and reinvigorated Trump's campaign, potentially reshaping the entire 2024 election landscape and throwing the Democratic Party into chaos.
Libertarians must confront the real-world complexities of the border crisis, abandoning mockery for empathy and offering practical solutions that balance principles with reality, or risk irrelevance in crucial policy debates.
Expert storyteller Andrea Sampson reveals how to use emotional language, sensory details, and a five-step framework to craft compelling narratives that make complex ideas stick, build trust, and inspire positive change in business, media, and everyday life.
Brian explores the unsettling shift he's observed in many of his friends who have gone from questioning authority to blindly following government mandates and expert narratives, urging listeners to maintain critical thinking and value individual liberty in an increasingly compliant …
Millennials are reshaping American politics as they face unique economic challenges and demand fresh voices in leadership, while also grappling with unexpected issues like drug-affected marine life, highlighting the urgent need for younger generations to get involved and make their …
Financial expert Joe Lombardi warns of economic disaster under a potential Harris presidency and reveals unconventional strategies to protect your wealth, regardless of who wins the 2025 election.
Using a banana farmer's dilemma as a relatable example, this episode unravels the complex interplay of supply, demand, and pricing in a free market economy, revealing how these forces shape every business decision and consumer purchase in our daily lives.
Glue your ideas to their brains: the sticky science of unforgettable communication.
A Kenyan farmer challenges Western climate policies, arguing that fossil fuels are essential for Africa's development and poverty reduction, not a threat to be eliminated.
@BNicholsLiberty and @HeyRemso challenge conventional political wisdom, exposing the dire consequences of unchecked immigration, the critical role of Pennsylvania in the 2024 election, and the potential fallout of third-party voting, ultimately questioning whether America is on the brink of losing …
@PeterGillooly from @twc_health shows how our healthcare system's perverse incentives are costing you money and potentially your health, and teaches how taking control through early intervention and medical autonomy could be your lifesaver in a world where hospitals and insurance …
Libertarians must shift from selling features to solving problems, ditching the "autistic approach" for emotional connections, to effectively communicate their ideas and win hearts and minds.
Rethink your approach to wealth and freedom by exploring unconventional strategies like offshore investing and international diversification, as traditional political activism and US-centric investing may no longer be enough to secure your financial future in an increasingly uncertain global economy.
A Marine veteran's raw journey from trauma to transformation reveals how questioning everything, embracing vulnerability, and exploring unconventional healing methods can lead to profound personal growth and self-discovery.
As governments worldwide move to ban social media platforms and criminalize online speech - from Brazil's complete ban of X to UK police monitoring citizens' posts - this episode reveals how quickly digital freedom can vanish overnight and why America …
Popular libertarian voice Dave Smith's endorsement of Trump signals a larger shift in the liberty movement, as key figures like Rand Paul, Ron Paul, and Thomas Massie coalesce around Trump's campaign - highlighting how pragmatic libertarians are choosing strategic influence …
In a shocking pre-election bombshell, as Ron Paul and Elon Musk join forces in a potential Trump administration, New York state's killing of a beloved Instagram-famous squirrel becomes a rallying cry against government overreach, revealing how bureaucrats will dispatch more …
The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent government overreach shattered public trust in institutions, leading to a massive political realignment as Americans across the spectrum rejected establishment narratives and embraced new coalitions focused on personal freedom and government accountability.
Host Brian Nichols crafts a heartfelt Christmas list to "Liberty Santa," asking for practical freedom-oriented gifts like fiscal responsibility, school choice, and honest journalism while teaching listeners how to effectively communicate liberty principles during the holiday season.
Bitcoin's historic rise to $100,000 represents more than just a price milestone - it signals a growing movement toward financial independence as people seek alternatives to government-controlled money in an era of inflation and increasing centralized control.
A former Wall Street insider exposes the truth about our broken health system while sharing how natural solutions and proper supplementation can transform your health, challenging everything we've been told about "genetic" health problems.
A former college football player shares his remarkable journey from 470 pounds to vibrant health through the power of walking, intermittent fasting, and proper supplementation, proving that sustainable weight loss starts with simply taking the first step.
Our education system prioritizes theoretical knowledge over essential life skills, creating generations of graduates who can solve complex equations but struggle with basic adult responsibilities.
A groundbreaking conversation revealing how a Colombia-based healing center is combining cutting-edge natural treatments with ancient wisdom to help patients heal from serious illnesses while exposing the corruption in American healthcare.
