Aubrey Marcus Podcast

Akshay Nanavati is a US Marine veteran, entrepreneur, ultra runner, author and alchemist of fear. In this podcast we talk about methods for creating some of the virtuous experiences of war without the inevitable horrors of war. We discuss the importance of the words we use and how they shape our reality as well as tactics for transforming negative emotions into internal fortitude. Akshay was also the first person I have met to do the Darkness Retreat. His book Fearvana is available here! If my endorsement of the book isn’t enough the forward was written by the Dalai Lama himself. Connect with Ashkay Nanavati: Website |

For the final episode of season 1 of Aubrey Marcus Podcast Books I am reading a poem called “The Return” from the book Devotions by Mary Oliver. The poem focuses on a lesser known, but equally important aspect of the story of Theseus and the Minotaur. It doesn’t highlight the heroes battle that has been written about for millenia, but instead Mary Oliver chooses the heroes return out of the maze. In a few simple words Mary Oliver delivers fundamental human truths and this really highlights what makes poetry such a unique medium. Be on the look out for my next short form podcast series Aubrey Marcus Podcasts Poems Devotions by Mary Oliver |                        

Tim McGraw has sold over 80 million records, making him one of the top performing musicians of all time. After spending time with him in Los Angeles and Austin I can confidently say that this unimaginable level of success couldn’t have happened to a better person. We talk about the moment his wife Faith Hill put her boot down on his partying lifestyle, and all of the challenges he faced during his life and career. And finally how his commitment to a relentless fitness regimen has irrevocably changed his body, mind, and spirit for the better. If you are a fan, you’re going to be an even bigger fan after this podcast. Tim’s new book Grit and Grace is available here! Check out Tim McGraw’s new book Grit & Grace |

In the penultimate episode of season 1 of AMP Books I read The Toltec Art of Life and Death . This is the final work by one of the most important philosophers and spiritual teachers in my life, Don Miguel Ruiz. He is one of the rare masters who sees through the eyes of love and approaches the world with awe and joy. This excerpt features a conversation between two of Don Miguel’s ancestors who celebrate that Don Miguel lived the life of a man, with all the folly required. The Toltec Art of Life and Death |

In this very special podcast I sat down with three of the people I admire most: Caitlyn Howe, Kyle Kingsbury, and Erick Godsey. We reflected on the last year, on our lowest points, our highest points and our most impactful psychedelic journey. It has been truly an honor to experience life with these three beautiful souls, and in this podcast they are at their most vulnerable, honest, and committed to service.  Fit For Service Mastermind |