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Getting After It
This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a relentless pursuit of growth, grit, and getting after life on your own terms.
Every week, we break down what it takes to push limits, embrace discomfort, and turn ambition into action. This is where wisdom meets execution—because knowledge alone doesn’t cut it. You have to apply, refine, and outwork your own self-doubt to see real results.
We bring on guests from all walks of life—entrepreneurs, athletes, creatives, adventurers—people who have battled through resistance and come out stronger. Their stories aren’t just inspiring; they’re roadmaps for anyone looking to level up.
The mission? To fuel your fire, challenge your thinking, and equip you with the mindset and tools to chase down your biggest goals.
This is Getting After It—not just a podcast, but a movement for those who refuse to settle.
Episodes
118 episodes
116 — The Strenuous Life: Why Easy Sucks and Hard Wins
This one lit a fire in me—and I hope it does the same for you. In this episode, I dive deep into The Strenuous Life, a philosophy championed by Teddy Roosevelt, and one that mirrors everything “Getting After It” stands for. Roosevelt w...
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Episode 116
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115 — Jocko Was Right: Discipline Is the Path to the Life You Want
In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most misunderstood and underutilized tools in personal development—discipline. It’s not about punishment or rigidity. It’s about love. It’s about showing up, even when you don’t feel like it. It’s ab...
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Episode 115
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36:39
114 — Curveballs & Comebacks: My First Ultra
Sometimes life throws curveballs—unexpected obstacles, setbacks, or moments that force us to rethink our goals. In this episode, I dive into the lessons I learned when I had to pivot from one ultra marathon to another after months of training, ...
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Episode 114
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33:46
113 — Imposter Syndrome: The Silent Killer of Growth (And How to Fight Back)
Ever felt like a fraud, like you’re not good enough, or that you’re just getting lucky? You’re not alone. Seventy percent of people struggle with imposter syndrome at some point in their lives.In this episode, I dive into the mental war ...
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Episode 113
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27:42
112 — Ally Rossell: Be Hard to Kill – Running for a Cause Bigger Than Yourself
This episode is more than just running—it's about resilience, community, and the power of doing hard things in honor of those who can’t.Ally and I dive deep into Team Tim’s evolution into Be Hard to Kill, a movement dedicated to h...
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Episode 112
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1:08:25
111 — Reps and Resilience: How Fitness Rewrites Your Story
What’s up, friends? This one’s personal. We’re diving into fitness—not just the sweat and the gains, but what it really does for you. I’ve been that chubby kid who felt mediocre, and I’ve been the guy obsessing over a marathon time tha...
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Episode 111
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39:45
110 — Forge an Ironclad Mind: How to Build Mental Toughness That Lasts
Think mental toughness is just for Navy SEALs or Olympians? Nah—it’s for me, it’s for you, it’s for anyone who’s ever set a goal and smashed into a wall chasing it. I’m Brett, your host of Getting After It, and in this epis...
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Episode 110
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37:30
109 — The Hero’s Journey You’re Already On
When was the last time you truly felt like the main character of your own life? Not the sidekick, not the NPC in the background—but the hero, standing at the edge of your journey, ready to slay dragons?In this episode, we break down Jos...
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Episode 109
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31:57
108 — ChatGPT Knows Me Well: Let’s See What It Asks
In this episode, I let ChatGPT take the interviewer’s seat. After feeding it transcripts from past episodes, I asked it to act like a loyal listener—someone who gets after it in their own life—and throw some thought-provoking questions my way. ...
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Episode 108
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34:58
107 — The Power of Momentum: How to Start (and Restart) Progress
We've all been there—things are going well, you're making progress, you're feeling good… and then, suddenly, you lose momentum. Life gets busy, obstacles pop up, and before you know it, you're off track. So, what do you do when that...
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Episode 107
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39:40
106 — How to Do Hard Work: Lessons from Paul Graham
In this solo episode, we’re tackling one of the most critical principles for success—hard work. If you’ve ever wondered how to actually work hard in a way that moves the needle, this episode is for you.Inspired by Paul Graham’s essay Ho...
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Episode 106
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38:27
105 — Ally Rossell: Faith, Marriage, and the Wild World of True Crime
In this special episode, I sit down with my wife, Ally, for a conversation about discipline, creativity, and making the most out of life. From starting her own true crime podcast to exploring art and quilting, Ally shares how she’s ...
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Episode 105
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54:15
104 — Fueling for Success: The Strategy Behind Sustainable Growth
Success isn’t just about effort—it’s about strategy. In this episode, I break down the fundamental principle that applies to running, business, relationships, and every major pursuit in life: how you fuel yourself determines how far you go....
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Episode 104
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30:40
103 — No Perfect Moment: Seize Your Passion Now
In this episode, I get real about following your passions and the power of discipline in unlocking the greatness within you. I share personal stories—from my journey into podcasting and my evolving running adventures to the small, d...
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Episode 103
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38:06
102 — Confidence is Earned: Outworking Self-Doubt
Confidence. Everyone wants it, but few understand how to actually get it. Is it some innate superpower you’re born with, or is it something you build? Is it about repeating affirmations in the mirror, or does it come from something deeper?<...
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Episode 102
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34:15
101—Pain: Your Unlikely Ally for Growth
In this episode, I dive into the tough but transformative topic of pain—not as something to avoid but as a signal for growth. Drawing from personal stories, running metaphors, and lessons learned, I explore how embracing pain can lead to resili...
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Episode 101
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34:42
100 — 100 Episodes Later: The Power of Consistency with Purpose
In this milestone 100th episode of The Getting After It Podcast, Brett reflects on the journey that brought him here and shares the cornerstone of his personal and podcasting success: Consistency with Purpose. Consi...
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Episode 100
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37:37
099 — Begin with the End in Mind: Building a Life of Purpose
In this heartfelt and motivational episode of The Getting After It Podcast, Brett explores the transformative power of "beginning with the end in mind." Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, he delves into how this mindset...
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Episode 99
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35:36
098 — Being the Best Version of Yourself: With Karsten Cebollero
In this episode of The Getting After It Podcast, Karsten and I reconnect for a candid conversation about life, fitness, and the power of progress. We cover our journeys in fitness and family to sharing hard-won lessons about disc...
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Season 3
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Episode 98
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46:36
097 – Discipline Equals Freedom: Why It’s the Foundation of Success
In this episode of The Getting After It Podcast, we’re diving deep into one of the most transformative principles you can adopt: Discipline Equals Freedom. This powerful mantra, introduced by Jocko Willink, reshaped my approach ...
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Episode 97
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36:51
096: Brutal Honesty and Starting Where You Are – The Path to Your Goals
In this episode, we dive into the raw truth about progress: it begins with brutal honesty. Often, the biggest lies we tell aren’t to others—they’re to ourselves. We convince ourselves that tomorrow is a better day to start, that our circumstanc...
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Episode 96
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30:01
095: Mastering Focus – How Drew and I Beat Distractions
In this episode, I sit down with my brother, Drew, for a deep dive into distractions—how they show up, why they derail us, and, most importantly, how to overcome them. Whether it’s battling TikTok rabbit holes, pushing through tough runs, or st...
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Episode 95
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40:31
094: What Will 2025 Bring? With Ally Rossell
In this special year-end episode, I’m joined by the one and only—my wife, Ally.Together, we reflect on the lessons we’ve learned in 2024 and how we’re gearing up to make 2025 our best year yet. From overcoming fears and embracing the gr...
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Episode 94
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51:35
093: A Chat with Todd & Dina, The Dynamic Duo
In this heartfelt and humorous episode, I sit down with the two people who know me best—my parents. What starts as a light chat about holiday traditions and Europe’s Christmas markets takes a deep dive into some of life’s biggest lessons: the p...
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Season 3
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Episode 93
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1:10:27
092: Shift Your Lens, Change Your Life — Mastering Perspective
Imagine facing life’s challenges with the resolve of Winston Churchill during World War II. In this episode, we delve into how discipline and perspective can serve as your anchor through life’s storms.By shifting our perspective, anxiet...
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Episode 92
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31:20