On the X

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Episodes: 94

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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.

Episode Date
Why Willpower Doesn't Work, and What Actually Breaks a Habit (w/ Dr. Jud Brewer)
May 05, 2026
Breaking the Emotional Loops That Drive Stress, Anger, and Self-Doubt (w/ Dr. Elisha Goldstein)
Apr 28, 2026
From Music to Grief: How Awe Shapes Our Emotions, Health, and Sense of Meaning
Apr 21, 2026
The Mind, Meaning, and the Path to Flourishing (w/ Richard Davidson)
Apr 14, 2026
Why Most Goals Fail — And How to Actually Finish What You Start (w/ Chris Bailey)
Apr 07, 2026
Best of On the X: Retraining the Brain for Peak Performance
Mar 31, 2026
Permission to Feel: Moving Past the "Suck it Up" Mentality (w/ Dr. Marc Brackett)
Mar 24, 2026
The Science of Emotional Control: Tools to Stop Overthinking & Take Back Your Mind (w/ Ethan Kross)
Mar 17, 2026
A Different Way to Think About Health and Longevity (with Brigham Buhler)
Mar 10, 2026
Best of On the X: Lessons from Extreme Stress and Life-Threatening Challenges
Mar 03, 2026
Your Best Brain Years Aren’t Behind You: How to Improve Cognition at Any Age
Feb 24, 2026
Can Brain Retraining Reverse Chronic Illness? Inside the Gupta Method for Nervous System Reset
Feb 17, 2026
Best of On the X: Trauma, Resilience, and the Work of Moving Forward
Feb 10, 2026
The Neuroscience of War: How the Brain Shapes Strategy (w/ Dr. Nicholas Wright)
Feb 03, 2026
Exploring Flow: Strategies for Focus, Peak Performance, and Cognitive Growth (with Steven Kotler)
Jan 27, 2026
Improving Care for America’s Veterans: Secretary Doug Collins on Veteran Services, Community Care, and Healthcare Reform
Jan 20, 2026
The Cost of Distraction: Mental Health, Presence, and Learning to Focus Again | Mind Matters Ep. 6
Jan 13, 2026
How Social Media Is Shaping Mental Health and Identity (with Motivated Mind's Scott Lynch)
Jan 06, 2026
The Hidden Intelligence That Actually Drives Human Decision-Making (with Dr. Angus Fletcher)
Dec 30, 2025
The Science of Detox: Restoring the Body After Chronic Illness and Toxic Overload (with Josh Macin)
Dec 23, 2025
Beyond Hollywood: Zachary Levi’s Mission to Tell Human Stories
Dec 16, 2025
Unlocking Mental Health Through Brain Health (with Dr. Daniel Amen)
Dec 09, 2025
Ken Burns on the Untold Stories, Music, and Human Complexity of the American Revolution
Dec 02, 2025
Life After Service: Purpose, Identity, and Starting Over | Mind Matters Ep. 5
Nov 25, 2025
Why Am I So Anxious? Dr. Tracey Marks Explains Anxiety and How to Manage It Effectively
Nov 18, 2025
The Honor Foundation: How Special Operators Build a Second Mission After Service
Nov 11, 2025
Why Awareness Is the First Step to Mental Health | Mind Matters Ep. 4
Nov 04, 2025
George Kittle Talks Football, Mental Health, and Supporting Veterans
Oct 28, 2025
Top Gun Pilot Dave Berke on Leadership, Pressure, and His New Book "The Need to Lead"
Oct 21, 2025
Best of On the X: Nutrition, Movement, and Mindset – Lessons from Top Health Experts
Oct 14, 2025
The Story Behind MasterClass: How CEO David Rogier Made World-Class Teaching Accessible to Millions
Oct 07, 2025
The Power of Sharing Your Feelings for Mental Health | Mind Matters Ep. 3
Sep 30, 2025
Building Effective Teams Through Trust and Relational Leadership (with Sean Glass)
Sep 25, 2025
Best of On the X: Entrepreneurs on What It Takes to Build Something That Lasts
Sep 16, 2025
How Losing His Job Helped Pat Flynn Learn Faster and Achieve Greater Success
Sep 09, 2025
Marcus and Amber Capone: Building VETS and Breaking Barriers in Psychedelic Therapy for Veterans
Sep 02, 2025
Beyond the Diagnosis: Understanding PTSD | Mind Matters Ep. 2
Aug 26, 2025
Best of On the X: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Aug 19, 2025
What Relaunching a Brand Really Looks Like: TRX’s Journey
Aug 12, 2025
How Sorinex Grew from a Family Business to a Leader in Strength Training and Performance Culture (with Bert Sorin)
Aug 05, 2025
The Emotional Spectrum as a Key to Mental Fitness | Mind Matters Ep. 1
Jul 30, 2025
Mastering Happiness: How Time Management Unlocks Life Satisfaction (with Cassie Holmes)
Jul 22, 2025
Best of On the X: What Makes a Great Leader
Jul 15, 2025
Reducing Burnout Through Better Hiring: Dan Martell on Building Healthy, Scalable Companies
Jul 08, 2025
Exploring the Emotional Challenges Men Face—and How to Address Them (with Connor Beaton)
Jul 01, 2025
Surrounded by Idiots in the Workplace? Thomas Erikson on Matching Personality with Role
Jun 24, 2025
The Other Significant Others: Rethinking Friendship, Love, and Modern Relationships (with Rhaina Cohen)
Jun 17, 2025
The All Blacks Rugby Ethos: How the World’s Top Team Builds Leaders, Not Egos (with James Kerr)
Jun 10, 2025
The Extreme You and the Future of Work: Navigating Burnout and Culture Shifts (with Sarah Robb O'Hagan)
Jun 03, 2025
From P90X to Power Nation: Tony Horton’s Evolving Fitness Philosophy
May 27, 2025
The Power of Generalists in a Specialized World (with David Epstein)
May 20, 2025
Self-Reliance, Personal Branding, and the Power of Initiative (with Maha Abouelenein)
May 13, 2025
What Works and Why: The Language of Getting What You Want (with Jonah Berger)
May 06, 2025
Conquering Crisis with Clarity, Character, and Courage (with Admiral William McRaven)
Apr 29, 2025
How Embracing Regret Can Lead to Growth (with Daniel Pink)
Apr 22, 2025
The Science, Psychology, and Power of Functional Breathing (with Dr. Belisa Vranich)
Apr 15, 2025
Why Quiet Defiance Might Just Save You (with Dr. Sunita Sah)
Apr 08, 2025
Taya Kyle: Navigating Grief, Trauma, and the Journey to Healing
Apr 01, 2025
The Practice of Creativity: Mental Health, Play, and The Power of Constraints (with Chase Jarvis)
Mar 25, 2025
How Spartan Race Redefined Toughness (with Joe De Sena)
Mar 18, 2025
Advancing TBI Treatment and Care for Veterans : A Conversation with Dr. Ross Zafonte
Mar 11, 2025
Why Mental Strength is More Than Just Grit (with Steve Magness)
Mar 04, 2025
Steve Rinella on Hunting, Ethics, and Storytelling
Feb 25, 2025
The Champion’s Mindset: CrossFit Legend Tia-Clair Toomey on What It Takes to Win
Feb 18, 2025
Authenticity Over Credentials: The Key to Effective Leadership and Building Winning Companies
Feb 11, 2025
Can Psychedelics Treat PTSD and Depression? (with Dr. Jerry Rosenbaum)
Feb 04, 2025
Chris Cassidy: Insights from a Navy SEAL Turned Astronaut
Jan 28, 2025
Character Over Talent: Jason Jaggard on Coaching, Nobility, and Thriving Beyond Your Peak
Jan 21, 2025
Inside the Mind Gym: Unlocking Peak Mental Performance Through Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (with Dr. Tracy Heller)
Jan 14, 2025
By Water Beneath the Walls: Unveiling the Navy SEALs’ Legendary Origins (with Ben Milligan)
Jan 07, 2025
The Adversities That Made Tommy Caldwell a Rock Climbing Legend
Dec 31, 2024
Jocko Willink Talks Leadership, Writing, and Preparing Veterans for Civilian Success
Dec 24, 2024
Transparency and Trust in the Supplement Industry (with Momentous' Jeff Byers)
Dec 17, 2024
Transformed: The Journey of SEAL, Actor, and Author Remi Adeleke
Dec 10, 2024
Minimalism Unpacked: Joshua Fields Millburn on Life, Meaning, and Purpose
Dec 03, 2024
Unlocking Elite Health: Cheryl Zonkowski’s Data-Driven Nutrition Secrets
Nov 26, 2024
Understanding Trauma’s Impact on the Mind and Body (with Dr. Paul Conti)
Nov 19, 2024
Beyond Skills: Simon Sinek on Leadership, Hiring, and Character-First Culture
Nov 12, 2024
Born Primitive’s Commitment to Patriotism and Giving Back to Veterans (with CEO Bear Handlon)
Nov 05, 2024
Building a Successful Business After Military Service (with Kill Cliff's Todd Ehrlich)
Oct 29, 2024
Rethinking Elite Performance and Longevity (with Rob Wilson)
Oct 22, 2024
Are We All Wrong About Antidepressants, Ozempic, and Mental Health? (with Johann Hari)
Oct 15, 2024
Gary Sinise Wants to Change How People Think About Veteran Advocacy
Oct 08, 2024
A New Approach to Suicide Prevention (with Dr. Craig Bryan)
Oct 01, 2024
Redefining Wellness: Functional Fitness and Holistic Health (with Combat Science's Jon Arend)
Sep 24, 2024
The Science of Stress Management (with Dr. Leah Lagos)
Sep 17, 2024
SEAL Team Star David Boreanaz Reflects on the Legacy of the Show ... and What He's Learned From It
Sep 10, 2024
Lessons From an FBI Tactical Negotiator (with The Black Swan Group Founder Chris Voss)
Sep 03, 2024
How One Insult Changed the Life of CrossFit Legend Mat Fraser
Aug 27, 2024
A Near-Death Experience Showed Sebastian Junger the Other Side. It Changed His Life.
Aug 20, 2024
Dr. Maya Shankar on the Brain Science Behind Making Big Changes
Aug 13, 2024
Laird Hamilton Has Cracked the Code of Health and Happiness
Aug 06, 2024
Malcolm Gladwell: How Medal of Honor Stories Create Contagious Courage
Jul 30, 2024
Trailer: On the X
Jul 24, 2024