Best Breathe Agile Podcasts (2025)

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Future of Medicine: AI vs. Doctors, Who Wins? We ALL Do! [Ep. 2] 1:00:32

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What if AI could help solve medicine's biggest blind spots? Harvard Medical School researcher Dr. Charlotte Blease reveals why doctors can only keep up with 2% of new medical research and how artificial intelligence could transform healthcare for both patients and providers. Drawing from her new book Dr Bot: Why Doctors Can Fail and How AI Could Sa…

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Ep 58: The Five Dynamics of Great Teams 4:19

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In this episode, Zoran explores Google’s landmark Project Aristotle — the study that revealed the five key dynamics of successful teams. Learn how psychological safety, dependability, structure, meaning, and impact create championship-level collaboration, and how to apply these lessons in your own high-performance environment. 🎙️ Built for Pressure…

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Ep 57: The Anatomy of Mental Toughness 3:55

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In this episode, Zoran breaks down the science and practice of mental toughness — what elite athletes call “the edge.” Learn how confidence, reflection, and mental skills like visualization and self-talk can transform how you handle setbacks and perform under pressure. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and …

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Self-Love Is Medicine: Reclaim Your Mental Health 8:15

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Host Maureen shares a heartfelt episode on Empower Mind Talk about why self-love is essential maintenance for your mental health, not a luxury. She reframes self-care as medicine, not indulgence, and offers three core truths about making self-love a practice. Listen for guidance on choosing kinder habits and boundaries, why rest is strength (not we…

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Ep 56: Built to Breathe – Part II 5:09

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In this continuation of the Built to Breathe series, Zoran revisits episodes 31 and 44 to explore advanced breathing principles for performance. Learn how CO₂ tolerance, diaphragmatic control, and nasal breathing improve oxygen efficiency, recovery, and resilience under stress. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, lead…

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Reimagining Midlife: My 2x20 Project™ Update & the Power of Experiments 1:15:58

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In this deeply personal episode, Jonathan Fields reveals the transformative results of his two-year, 2x20 Project™experiment—an intentional journey of reinvention designed to set up the next 20 years of his life. Through candid reflections on hands-on creativity, meaningful connections, and confronting long-held fears, Jonathan shares how this stru…

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Ep 55: Pressure = Force / Surface Area 3:12

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Zoran breaks down Lulu Cheng Meservey’s brilliant metaphor from The Knowledge Project: Pressure equals force divided by surface area. Learn how to manage high stress and expectation by expanding your capacity, perspective, and support — not by avoiding pressure, but by distributing it. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performe…

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Breathe Life Into Your Meetings: Lean Coffee, Open Space & World Café That Energize, Engage, and Deliver 39:28

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If your meetings and events feel flat, formulaic, or just plain exhausting, it’s time to shake things up. In this lively, practical guide, we explore three meeting formats that actually work: Lean Coffee, Open Space, and World Café. Whether you have 60 minutes, half a day, or a full day to play with, you’ll find the perfect approach to energize you…

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Future of Medicine: The Science of Super-Aging [Ep. 1] 1:04:29

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What if we could spot disease decades before symptoms appear? Dr. Eric Topol, one of medicine's most influential voices, reveals how new AI-powered diagnostics and precision treatments are revolutionizing the way we prevent disease and extend healthy lifespans. In this illuminating conversation from our Future of Medicine series, discover the scien…

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Ep 54: Systems Over Silos 3:41

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Zoran draws on Buckminster Fuller’s Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth to explore how over-specialization creates silos that weaken communication and adaptability. Learn how elite teams avoid fragmentation by staying curious, communicating across roles, and connecting to the bigger mission. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high p…

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Ep 53: Trust in Tight Formations 3:49

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Zoran reflects on lessons from Canada’s elite Snowbirds aerobatic team — where precision, trust, and teamwork can mean the difference between success and disaster. Learn what elite teams can teach us about psychological safety, communication, and trust under pressure. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and d…

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How to Resolve Conflict: Your Questions Answered 47:00

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In this final episode of How to Resolve Conflict, Maryanne is joined once again by mediator and leadership expert Drew Drummond to answer real questions about handling conflict in everyday life and work. From dealing with people who take everything personally to knowing when (and how) to step into tension, this Q&A brings together grounded self-awa…

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How The World’s Worst First Date Led to a Video that Changed Everything 54:30

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From an anxiety-filled first date involving 100 tacos to becoming a trusted voice for millions, Elyse Myers shares how embracing her authentic self: quirks, struggles, and all, led to unexpected connection and community. In this candid conversation about her new book, That's a Great Question, I'd Love to Tell You, she reveals practical strategies f…

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Ep 52: Professional, Not Personal 3:25

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Zoran explores the crucial difference between taking your job personally and holding high professional standards. Learn how the best performers separate identity from results, stay grounded through setbacks, and lead with calm, purpose, and clarity. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-makers who …

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Tame the Talkers: Making Space for Every Voice 37:26

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Big personalities can bring energy, but when one voice takes over, the team loses out. In this lively episode, we dive into practical ways to tame the talkers, without shutting them down. Discover facilitation moves that give quieter voices confidence and create balance: one-word openers, rotating debriefers, visible timeboxes (yes, even sand timer…

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Small Habits, Big Changes: Rewire Your Brain for Success | Spotlight Convo 1:14:27

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Learn how tiny habits can transform your life from the inside out in this spotlight conversation. Discover Mel Robbins' shockingly simple "High Five Habit" to flood your body with confidence chemicals. Learn James Clear's step-by-step system from Atomic Habits for turning small routines into remarkable growth. And get Nicole Vignola's neuroplastici…

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Ep 51: The Power of Intention 3:05

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In this episode, Zoran reflects on insights from Canadian hockey legend Marie-Philip Poulin about the power of intention. Learn why showing up for the right reason not only sharpens focus and lowers self-doubt but also transforms performance, relationships, and results. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and…

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Ep 50: Trust Your Feet 3:44

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Zoran shares a story from his days performing improvisational theatre with master instructor Dave Morris — and the powerful lesson behind the phrase “Trust your feet.” Learn how intuition, preparation, and embodied intelligence can guide high performers in moments of uncertainty. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, le…

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Parenting Adult Kids Without Losing Your Mind (or Their Trust) | Lisa Damour Ph.D. 54:19

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What if your teenager's emotional storms and late-night worries aren't problems to fix, but signs of healthy development? Lisa Damour, Ph.D., author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents, joins two parents for an intimate conversation that flips conventional wisdom about raising teens and you…

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Ep 49: The Power of No 3:12

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Zoran unpacks Steve Jobs’ philosophy of focus — that true focus isn’t just about saying yes, but about saying no to a thousand other good ideas. Learn why disciplined elimination, not constant addition, drives excellence in high-performance environments. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-makers…

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DONE vs. Done-Done: Stop the Sprint-End Scramble! (And What Developers Should Really Be Doing) 30:36

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Stop the Madness! You’ve coded like a rockstar, but the sprint clock is ticking, and QA is still pounding away! This episode tears down the biggest myth in Scrum: the phantom finish line. Is it "done" or is it "done-done with a big D"? We're dropping the truth bomb: it's either done, or it's not done! Period. Get ready to smash the silos, ditch the…

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5 Ways to Breathe That Ease Anxiety, Induce Calm & Boost Performance | Jessica Dibb 1:09:50

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Transform anxiety into calm, stress into clarity, and disconnection into deep presence through the one tool you already have complete mastery over: your breath. In this illuminating conversation, conscious breathing pioneer Jessica Dibb shares powerful yet simple techniques from her book, Breathwork and Psychotherapy: Clinical Applications for Heal…

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Ep 48: Every Minute Matters 3:43

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Zoran draws inspiration from The Bear and the world of Michelin-star kitchens to explore the principle that every minute matters. Learn how high performers — from chefs to soldiers to executives — use deliberate focus, purpose, and presence to make the most of every day. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, an…

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Coming Home: Rediscovering Belonging Within 7:21

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Host Maureen welcomes listeners to a gentle, soul-centered exploration of belonging, distinguishing fitting in from truly belonging and sharing her own journey back to herself. She introduces three core truths about belonging, reads a grounding affirmation, and highlights her book Integration as a companion for those who feel like outsiders looking…

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Finding Your True Calling Through Life's Darkest Moments | Parker J. Palmer 1:01:52

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Parker Palmer shares how three seasons of profound depression led him to a surprising discovery about authentic living and finding your true calling. Through intimate stories of his journey from academic to activist to spiritual teacher, Palmer reveals why embracing our shadows and letting go of who we "should be" opens the door to who we truly are…

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Ep 47: The Space Between the Words 3:38

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Zoran explores the space between the words — where true communication happens. Using the example of a coach’s timeout, he explains how tone, presence, and energy often carry more weight than speech itself, and why congruence between message, emotion, and action defines authentic leadership and performance. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podc…

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Introducing: Decoding Women’s Health with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor 4:42

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Here’s a preview of a new show from our friends at Pushkin Industries and the Atira Health and Research Institute. On Decoding Women’s Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor makes the science of women’s health accessible—from hormones to metabolism to longevity—so you can thrive at any stage of life. A world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvi…

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Ep 46: Skate to Where the Puck Is Going 3:23

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Zoran breaks down Wayne and Walter Gretzky’s timeless idea — “Skate to where the puck is going.” Learn how anticipation, adaptability, and critical awareness separate elite performers from those stuck reacting to the past — and why this principle has influenced leaders like Steve Jobs and Warren Buffett. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcas…

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Settle the Great Debate Over Bugs and Spikes (Or Not!) 29:03

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Ready to finally Settle the Great Debate Over Bugs and Spikes (or at least get a coherent philosophy)? We’re diving into the details with high-impact takeaways! Stop the confusion and start delivering—we'll clarify the essential difference between a bug, a defect, and technical debt, giving you the clarity to triage like a pro. Learn exactly why sp…

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The Simple Shift in Beliefs That Adds 7 Years to Your Life | Dr. Kerry Burnight 58:51

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Forget everything you think you know about aging. In this eye-opening conversation, gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight reveals why your genes only determine 25% of how you'll age, and how your mindset about getting older can add or subtract 7 years from your life. Drawing from her NYT bestseller, Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Sec…

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The Tender Power of Vulnerability 6:27

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Join host Maureen on Empower Mind Talk as she explores vulnerability as a source of courage, connection, and freedom from shame. Through personal stories and three core truths, she reframes vulnerability as the path to intimacy and healing. The episode includes a gentle grounding exercise and a short affirmation to anchor an open heart: "I choose t…

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How to Turn an Emotional Transition Into a Beautiful Celebration | Tembi Locke 55:46

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When New York Times bestselling author Tembi Locke faced sending her only child to college, she created what she calls a "college moon" - a transformative journey through Sicily that offers fresh wisdom for anyone navigating major life transitions. In her new audio memoir, Someday, Now: A Memoir of Family, Reclaiming Possibility, and One Sicilian S…

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Ep 45: The Map is Not the Terrain 3:02

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Zoran explores Alfred Korzybski’s timeless idea that “the map is not the terrain.” Learn how mental models, beliefs, and playbooks can guide — or mislead — your performance, and why adaptability is one of the defining traits of elite decision-makers under pressure. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and deci…

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Ep 44: Built to Breathe 3:16

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By Zoran Stojković

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Ep 43: The Human Battery 3:29

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By Zoran Stojković

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Refinement That Actually Works: How to Facilitate Backlog Refinement Without the Pain 34:29

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Backlog refinement (formerly “grooming”) isn’t a Scrum event: it’s an activity. That’s exactly why so many teams either skip it, cram it in at the end of the sprint, or turn it into a rabbit hole of solutioning. In this episode we unpack a practical, facilitator-friendly approach: what “ready” really means, how much work to keep refined, a simple R…

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Simple Food & Lifestyle Choices That Protect Your Brain | Austin Perlmutter, MD 1:09:29

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Every choice you make today is rewiring your brain, shaping not just how you think and feel, but who you become. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, author of Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, reveals how modern life disrupts our brain chemistry and shares simple, sci…

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Ep 42: Let Your Gift Do Its Thing 2:22

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Zoran shares a story from a road trip across Canada and explores why high performers need to balance discipline with instinct. Learn why letting your natural gift flow—without micromanaging—can unlock creativity and performance under pressure. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-makers who thrive…

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The Beauty of Slow Growth: Trust Your Timeline 5:49

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Maureen, a life and purpose coach, invites listeners to slow down and honor steady progress. She shares three soul truths about growth: slow growth is still growth, roots take time, and your pace is your own. Through reflective guidance and a brief grounding practice, the episode encourages releasing comparison, trusting your timeline, and celebrat…

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Harness the Power of Deep Listening to Transform Your Relationships | Emily Kasriel 55:48

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Former BBC executive Emily Kasriel reveals eight practical steps to transform any conversation through the art of deep listening, from healing family relationships to bridging seemingly impossible divides. Drawing from research across boardrooms and conflict zones, she shares surprising insights about how small changes in how we listen can lead to …

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Ep 41: The Power of the Generalist 3:19

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Zoran explores why early specialization isn’t always the fastest path to mastery. Learn how top athletes and performers start as generalists, developing a broad foundation of skills that transfer across disciplines, fostering adaptability and high performance. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-…

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Ep 40: Learning at the Speed of Action 2:51

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Zoran explores the power of After Action Reviews and debriefs. Learn how high-performing teams, from fighter pilots to corporate groups, use structured reflection and preparation to turn mistakes into lessons and accelerate learning. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-makers who thrive under pre…

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Facilitating Retrospectives: From Boring to Breakthrough 30:57

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Retrospectives are one of the most powerful opportunities a team has to improve. Yet far too often, they’re skipped because “we don’t have time,” rushed through as an afterthought, or treated as a dull box-checking exercise. Even worse, sometimes they turn into blame sessions that leave people feeling drained rather than energized. It doesn’t have …

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From Triggered to Tranquil: Reset Your Nervous System for Lasting Calm | Spotlight Convo 1:04:57

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Your nervous system shapes every reaction, emotion, and experience in your life, yet most of us never learned how to work with it effectively. In this episode, discover practical tools to shift from stress to stability, backed by cutting-edge research and real-world applications from experts who've trained thousands in nervous system regulation. Le…

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Ep 39: The 1,440-Minute Test 3:46

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Zoran explores why high performers can’t just isolate mental skills into short practice blocks. Learn how to integrate tools like breathwork, mindfulness, and focus cues into the other 1,000 waking minutes — and how to make practice transfer into performance. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, and decision-m…

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The Gift of Presence: Finding Peace in the Now 7:12

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Host Maureen invites listeners into gentle stillness, offering three soul truths about presence: presence opens the doorway to peace, life happens in the now, and the present reveals enoughness. The episode includes a short grounding practice and a soul-anchoring affirmation—"I return to this moment. Here I am whole."—to help you come back to the p…

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Ep 38: Silent Confidence 2:06

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In this episode, Zoran unpacks the principle of silent confidence — the discipline of letting your work speak louder than your words. Learn why over-talking can create arrogance or pressure, and how quiet, consistent action builds real confidence that lasts under pressure. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, leaders, …

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Life’s Hidden Season: When Everything Finally Makes Sense | Mark Nepo 49:12

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Through ancient Chinese wisdom and personal experience, poet and spiritual teacher Mark Nepo reveals how life's second half can be our most profound creative awakening. In this intimate conversation about his new book The Fifth Season: Creativity in the Second Half of Life, Nepo shares how aging isn't about decline but rather an invitation to strip…

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Ep 37: Be Where Your Feet Are 2:11

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In this episode, Zoran shares a powerful principle he first heard from a professional boxer: Be where your feet are. Learn how mindfulness, presence, and cognitive flexibility help you anchor in the moment, and why that discipline leads to better performance and steadier emotions. 🎙️ Built for Pressure is a short-form podcast for high performers, l…

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Sprint Reviews That Stakeholders Actually Show Up For 29:03

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The Sprint Review shouldn’t be a sleepy status update, it’s a high-leverage inspection-and-adaptation event that shapes what happens next. In this episode, we break down what a great Sprint Review looks like, why developers should demo working product (not PPT slides), and how Product Owners and Scrum Masters can co-facilitate to keep it tight, foc…