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Objective Arete

Mike Lerario

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**Objective Arete** is a call to action—a continuous quest to become better human beings. Join us as we learn from others, openly share our experiences, learn from failures and successes, and explore new ideas as we strive to positively impact society. Live life with purpose, embrace challenges, pursue excellence, and aim to become legendary.
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Objective Arete Podcast | Episode Title: No MBA, No Ego, No Excuses – The Leadership Legacy of Terry Peters Terry Peters is more than a retired Green Beret—he’s the embodiment of authentic leadership. As a legendary Senior Enlisted Leader in the U.S. Army Special Forces, Terry wasn’t a man who just spoke about values—he lived them. He led from the …
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A powerful and deeply personal episode. Special Forces Command Sergeant Major Rob Richards opens up about a hidden battle he didn’t even know he was fighting—emotional numbness after a decade of high-stakes deployments. He and Chuck dive into what self-efficacy means, how experiential learning shapes elite operators, and why ignoring what’s “under …
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Want to level up—like, truly level up? Most people hit the gym but ignore the one muscle that drives everything: the mind. Mental performance isn’t just for elite athletes—it’s the foundation for showing up strong in every part of life. But what is mental performance, really? In this episode, we dive deep with Ceci Craft, Director of Mental Perform…
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Dominate your fitness levels. Work around injuries, train for longevity, and accomplish your goals in life. Mike Leraio sits down with Chuck Ritter and Greg Walker in the famous Falcon Snail Pub to discuss how to program your fitness programs intelligently and with purpose. We talk about important references everyone should have on their bookshelve…
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Episode #6: Combat Veteran Ayman Kafel on Mental Health, Stoicism, and Breaking the Stigma for Veterans and First Responders In this powerhouse of an episode, Mike (Who has fabulous hair) sits down with Ayman Kafel (Who has an intimidating shaved head)—a U.S. combat veteran, seasoned law enforcement officer, and editor-in-chief of Objective Arete—t…
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Unlock the power of clear and concise communication. Learn how to communicate effectively, minimize noise and distractions, and engage in "Deep Work." In this discussion, Mike Lerario speaks with Joe McCormack, the author of the books "Brief," "Noise," and "Quiet Work." Joe also leads the Brief Lab in Southern Pines, NC, where he teaches U.S. Speci…
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Use failure as a stepping stone to achieve greatness. Understand that failure and defeat are not synonymous. Embrace challenges, be open to failure, and distinguish between acceptable risks and mere attempts to avoid risk. Winning often requires taking informed risks. Chuck Ritter, Deputy Director/COO of Objective Arete and a retiring Special Force…
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"I never lose, I win or I learn" - Nelson Mandela From being a Special Forces Officer to starting a successful brewing company to being the CEO of Objective Arete, Greg has learned many of life's lessons through failure. When one views failure as a mechanism to become legendary, they can become legendary. Greg Walker is the CEO of Objective Arete, …
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The key to a successful, fulfilled life is finding balance in all things. This requires you to know yourself, and constantly adjust to the situation. Mike takes us through his proven model on how to do that. A fulcrum is a balance point. A successful, fulfilled life requires finding balance in almost every aspect. To do that, you must know yourself…
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Be more in life. Become legendary. Join on a journey of become more! Mike Lerario, Greg Walker, and Chuck Ritter introduce the concept of Objective Arete. We discuss the idea and the philosophical roots of 'Arete' in classical Western philosophy and how we can use it for modern personal growth. Objective Arete aims to create a community and provide…
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There are countless podcasts available, but there's one you definitely shouldn't miss! Take just three minutes to learn how the Objective Arete Podcast can improve your chances of fulfillment and success. Join us on our journey to tackle life and become better individuals. In this podcast, Greg Walker and Chuck Ritter briefly explain what the Objec…
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