I sit down with New York Times bestselling writer Bill Blankschaen to unpack how your real breakthrough starts when you start with your story, for real, and we get into leaving safe gigs, choosing the calling, and building StoryBuilders to help leaders craft books and content that actually move people.

We talk mindset, faith as action, the hero’s journey, the normalcy trap, and how motion creates options. Bill shares the framework behind Your Story Advantage, from finding a meaningful message to multiplying it through books and platforms, then monetizing it in the creator economy. I share my own leap moments, from Vietnam to film sets, and how answering the call opened wild doors.

If you want a life that feels aligned, if you want clarity on your strengths, and if you are ready to tell your story with courage and cash flow in mind, press play and let’s build.

I sat down with leadership coach Hugo Breton to talk about one of the hardest jumps in any career, going from being the best individual contributor on the team to actually leading one. We got real about the gap between management and leadership, learning to delegate, building trust through authenticity, and why communication is everything.

Hugo shared how great leaders set a clear North Star, keep their teams aligned like a perfect LEGO build, and create systems that prevent burnout instead of causing it. We even dove into how creative teams, from game studios to media companies, can use Pixar-style feedback loops to level up together.

If you’re ready to stop micromanaging and start scaling, this episode is your cheat code for leadership.

In this podcast, I sit down with science communicator Erin Winick Anthony, formerly MIT Tech Review and NASA, now founder of Steam Power Media, to design the next space station from the ground up.

We unpack how modular stations get to orbit, what materials and shielding protect crews from radiation and micrometeoroids, and why robots like AstroBee will take routine tasks off astronaut schedules. We dig into microgravity science, fire that burns as a sphere, 3D printing human tissues, hydroponics and aeroponics for tomatoes and lettuce, and the very real upgrades to sleep, food, and even toilets. We dream up a space pinball machine and a science arcade, talk about space hotels for families, and what kids need to train for microgravity. Erin shares lessons from zero-g flights, Meow Wolf tech art, and NASA’s Benefits for Humanity, plus how to make complex science engaging on social media.

If you care about ISS replacement, STEM education, and inspiring the next generation, this episode is for you.

In this solo episode of The Sean Trace Show, I open up about one of those weeks when everything seems to hit at once.

I got sick, felt worn out, and started questioning my balance between work, family, and purpose. But through that chaos, I was reminded of something powerful: storms are inevitable, but panic is optional. I share lessons from martial arts, stoicism, and leadership about how to stay calm under pressure, focus on what you can control, and use slow seasons to sharpen your sword.

Whether you’re a parent, creator, or business leader, this episode will remind you that calm isn’t passive, it’s power in motion.

This Monday on The Sean Trace Show, I went solo to talk about one of the most important skills we can develop: staying calm under pressure.

It started with a funny but stressful moment when a cockroach flew into my daughter’s eye on the motorbike ride home from Muay Thai, and it led us into a powerful conversation about why panic never solves the problem. I shared stories from my own life, from pulling someone out of a flipped car to lessons from Stoic philosophy, to even what I’ve learned watching Anderson Silva dance around the octagon. Whether it’s raising my daughter, leading my team, or navigating the chaos of everyday life, the truth is the same: calm is a choice and a skill.

If we can hold onto our composure, we can make better decisions, protect the people we love, and lead through difficult moments.

In this episode of The Sean Trace Show, I sit down with Nina Purewal, the founder of Pure Minds and the international bestselling co-author of Let That Sh*t Go.

We dive deep into what it really takes to let go, from breaking free of negative self-talk to facing imposter syndrome head on. Nina shares her journey from the corporate grind to mindfulness and leadership, and we explore how awareness is the first step toward change. Together, we talk about the importance of creating psychological safety at work, how managers shape the entire culture of a company, and why reframing your thoughts can literally rewire your brain. Along the way, I share some of my own stories about parenting, catching myself in old thought patterns, and learning to separate what I can control from what I can’t.

This conversation is full of practical tools, real stories, and a reminder that if we can clear out the mental clutter and let go of what doesn’t serve us, we can make space for growth, purpose, and joy.

In this episode of The Sean Trace Show, I sit down with astrophysicist and professor Erika Hamden for an incredible conversation about curiosity, failure, and finding joy in the process of discovery. Erika has dedicated her life to exploring the universe, from building telescopes to studying the stars, but what stood out most in our talk was her wisdom on how science mirrors life.

We discussed why asking the right questions matters, how to separate your identity from being “right,” and why failure is not the end. Erika also shared personal stories about the movies, mentors, and moments that shaped her career, and how role models made the impossible suddenly feel real.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stay curious, embrace mistakes, and push through the unknown, this episode will inspire you to keep reaching for your own stars.

In this episode of The Sean Trace Show, I sit down with leadership expert and author Julie Winkle Giulioni to explore what it really means to grow, both as individuals and as leaders.

Julie shares why intentionality matters in every decision we make, how small choices can shift the entire trajectory of our lives, and why leadership today is less about titles and more about earning trust. We dive into creating psychologically safe workplaces, building authentic partnerships between leaders and teams, and rethinking growth beyond the corporate ladder.

This conversation is packed with insights on leadership, personal growth, career development, and living with purpose. If you’re a leader, aspiring leader, or someone who wants to live more intentionally, this episode will inspire and challenge you to rethink what growth really means.