Mighty Pursuit Podcast

In the early 1990s, a group of nursing home residents in Boston were living what everyone assumed would be their final chapter.

At 90 years old, most were frail. Some couldn’t even stand on their own. Then came an idea that seemed absurd: put them on a workout regimen.

Eight weeks later, the decline of old age had been reversed in ways no one thought possible. This study laid the foundation for everything we’ve come to know about m...

We’re at a crossroads with the body image conversation.

“Love yourself” was the mantra of the 2010s. But today, many of the same voices who preached that message are turning to Ozempic, cosmetic procedures, and other forms of body modification.

So what’s really happening and where do we go from here?

In this episode, we sit down with psychologist Dr. Hillary McBride and plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Linkov — two people often seen as opp...

Nothing is going to impact your career more than AI. But what you’re about to hear could make or break whether it actually helps you or quietly destroys the very things that make you unique.

Right now, two camps are forming, and both are pulling you in the wrong direction. One group is avoiding AI entirely, convinced it’ll dilute their talent. The other is using it constantly, outsourcing their thinking in the name of speed. But th...

Ten years ago, the word “narcissist” exploded into the mainstream. For many, it was a breakthrough, finally putting language to toxic dynamics that had gone unnamed for years. But over time, that same word has been overused, misused, and weaponized — turning real pain into white noise.

In this episode, we sit down with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Ramani Durvasula for what can only be described as a masterclass on abusiv...

Most of us were never taught how to handle conflict. We were taught to avoid it, suppress it, smile through it — or explode once we’ve had enough. And over time, that avoidance doesn’t just cost us peace. It chips away at our relationships, our health, and even our identity.

In this episode, we sit down with psychotherapist and bestselling author Terri Cole to explore why conflict feels so hard — and how to start handling it with m...

In 1979, a group of elderly men walked into a retreat center. One week later, they walked out stronger, faster — even biologically younger. 

There was no medication. No surgery.  The only thing that changed was the way they saw themselves.

That study launched one of the most groundbreaking research careers in psychology — and it changed how we understand aging, illness, limitations, and the possibilities that are available to all o...

For most of history, conversations about death and the afterlife were left to religion and philosophy. But recent breakthroughs in neuroscience, hospice care, and consciousness research are bringing new evidence to the table.

And what they’re revealing will change everything. In this episode, hospice nurse and New York Times bestselling author Julie McFadden shares what she’s witnessed across hundreds of deaths — patterns so consis...

As a 5x world champion, Deonna Purrazzo is one of the top professional wrestlers in the world.

But on January 13, 2024, everything shifted.

After a televised match aired nationally, a short video clip went viral—not because of her performance, but because of her appearance. Thousands of strangers flooded the internet with ruthless, body-shaming commentary.

In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Deonna opens up about: – What it fe...

Dr. Valter Longo was named by TIME Magazine as one of the 50 most influential people in health—and he's widely considered the world's leading authority on the science of fasting. What you're about to hear might completely rewire your understanding of the human body.

For decades, we’ve been told: *That going without food is dangerous. *That we constantly need fuel. *That hunger equals harm.

But Dr. Longo’s research tells a diffe...

Dr. Lisa Miller is a psychologist and scientist from Columbia University, widely regarded as the leading authority on the science of spirituality. While science and spirituality are often seen as opposites, Dr. Miller’s groundbreaking research reveals that the two are deeply interconnected. 

Her work has shown that we are actually biologically hardwired for spirituality. So it’s no surprise her contributions have earned critical ...

In this episode, we're diving deep into society's obsession with beauty—and the surprising truth behind it.

Last year, Americans underwent over 25 million cosmetic procedures—a staggering 1,400% increase since 1997. With over 90% of people feeling dissatisfied with their appearance, clearly something deeper is happening.

To explore this, we sat down with Dr. Gary Linkov, a globally renowned plastic surgeon with over 1 million YouTu...

This might be one of the most important podcast episodes you’ll ever watch. That sounds like a big claim, but what you’re about to see backs it up—like almost nothing else could.

The world is changing—faster than most people realize. AI isn’t just improving. It’s accelerating. Quietly. Rapidly.

And its impact will make the invention of social media feel small by comparison. This episode is your invitation to witness that shift ...

Vanessa Marin one of the most influential sex therapists on the internet, helping millions of people better understand themselves and cultivate deeper, more fulfilling relationships. In her personal practice, she has worked with thousands of clients, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges couples face behind closed doors.

Alongside her husband Xander, the duo has built a movement rooted in honesty, humor, and practical adv...

Rainn Wilson is best known for his role as Dwight Schrute on The Office—one of the most iconic characters in television history. The Office consistently ranks among the greatest TV shows of all time and has remained one of the most watched shows on streaming services in the last five years.

But there’s so much more to Rainn than his acting career. As the co-founder of SoulPancake, he has spent years exploring life’s biggest quest...

Dr. Uma Naidoo is widely recognized as Harvard’s leading expert on the connection between mood and food. She has been called the world’s first “triple threat” in the fields of nutrition and medicine. Not only is she a psychiatrist but also a trained nutritionist and professional chef, uniquely blending these disciplines to pioneer the field of nutritional psychiatry.

As the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Mass...

Sahil Bloom is an investor and entrepreneur who started his career managing $3.5 billion in assets at a private equity firm. Since then, he’s become one of the most respected voices in business, with a combined audience of 3 million across LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and his newsletter.

He counts Apple CEO Tim Cook among his mentors. Most recently, he published his first book, The Five Types of Wealth, which became an instant New York ...

Every month the subject of marriage generates tens of millions of search queries across Google, YouTube, and ChatGPT. 

For years, the 50% divorce rate has been widely publicized, leaving many terrified of entering a marriage that might fail. As a result, the number of people choosing to stay single has skyrocketed—and for those who do get married, prenups are becoming the norm.

So to really do this topic justice, we are exploring i...

Tori Hope Petersen is an author and speaker who has been featured on TEDx, ABC News and Good Morning America.

Originally conceived through s*xual abuse, Tori’s chances of succeeding in life were slim to none. She grew up in a household marked by prostitution and drug abuse, was physically and s*xually abused, she was placed in foster care at 4 years old, and then again from 12 to 18 years old. 

She has lived in far too many homes t...

Lecrae is a 4x Grammy-winning rapper, entrepreneur, and thought leader, widely celebrated for his groundbreaking impact in both music and culture.

He’s also a New York Times bestselling author of two books that offer an unfiltered look into his life story and the journey of healing. Lecrae has been featured by CNN, Forbes, The New York Times, and NPR—not just for his music but for his leadership in addressing mental health.

In ...