



J. Jason Hicks On The War of Leadership, Writing Fiction Vs Fiction, and the impact of AI on writing and the creative process
Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down for a return visit with J. Jason Hicks — author, technologist, and storyteller — to dig into his new nonfiction book The War of Leadership: Hard Lessons and Practical Truths for Surviving In and Beyond Leadership. Drawing from 30 years in the corporate world, Jaso…

Dr Anthony Chaffee on Reversing Disease with the Carnivore Diet, The Worldwide Health Crisis, The 5 Types of Diabetes and Thomas Sowell's Influence [Replay]
In this episode Dr. Anthony Chaffee, an American medical doctor and neurosurgical registrar discusses his research on optimum nutrition for human performance and health, asserting that many chronic diseases can be improved or reversed with dietary changes toward a species-specific diet. Marcus and …

John Howell on Self-Leadership, Becoming a Superbowl Champion, Failure vs Regret, and The Summit Live Event
In this powerful episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus sits down with John Howell, Super Bowl champion and North Creek Ranch innovator. John shares his incredible journey from small-town Nebraska eight-man football to the NFL, revealing the struggles, setbacks, and mental health challenges that shaped …

Mike Minter on What it Takes To Play at the Championship Level, How to Become Part of the 1%, and What Leadership Really Is
Former Nebraska national champion and Carolina Panthers Super Bowl safety Mike Minter joins Marcus Aurelius Anderson to share his incredible journey from small-town Oklahoma to championship glory at every level of football. Now a leadership coach and motivational speaker, Minter reveals the culture…

Daniel Patton on Being a Successful Serial Entrepreneur, Leadership, Leveraging Fear, and His Great Grandfather General George Patton
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Daniel Patton—serial entrepreneur, Olympic alternate, and descendant of General George S. Patton—for a raw conversation about resilience, pain, and building success through adversity. From living in storage sheds to launchin…

Doug Bopst on The Adversity Advantage, The Trap of External Validation, and The Biggest Misconception Regarding Adversity
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Doug Bopst, an award-winning personal trainer, author, and host of The Adversity Advantage podcast. Doug shares his powerful transformation from convicted felon and drug addict to recovery advocate and mindset coach. He also…

Warrior Wisdom: The Art of War (Replay)
Mental preparation is key when facing adversity. In this episode I’m breaking down why “The Art of War” is a critical guide for military and business leaders. I’m sharing why recent guest Janice Bryant Howroyd “kept her enemies closer” by purchasing stock in her competitor’s businesses and how she …

Angel Vivaldi on Leadership, Speaking the Muse's Language, Learning from Loss, the Evolution of an Artist's Journey, and Building Your Own Highway
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with virtuoso guitarist Angel Vivaldi to explore the intersection of artistry, authenticity, and perseverance. Angel shares insights from his recent tour with legendary guitarist Steve Morse, discusses his creative process behind…

Tony Blauer on Overcoming Fear for Personal Growth, Resilience in the Face of Betrayal, and Trusting Instincts for Business Success
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with legendary self-defense expert and fear management coach Tony Blauer for an in-depth discussion on betrayal, resilience, and the power of managing fear in business and life. Tony shares candid stories of being betrayed by tru…

Dennis Connors Paralympic Silver Medalist and 2X World Champion on Redefining Perseverance, Vulnerability in Leadership, and Why Grit Isn't Always Enough to Win
In this episode of Acta Non Verba, former Marine counterintelligence operator and Paralympic silver medalist Dennis Connors joins Marcus to discuss the true meaning of perseverance beyond grit. Dennis shares insights from his time in special operations, his journey through PTSD and stroke recovery,…