David Belasco

USC professor and friend of Michael Gervais. Guided the conversation in the debrief at the Mastery Lab.

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Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 24min

Why Most Athletes Break - And How We Didn’t | Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes

Olympic silver medalists Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson share their intense journey as a beach volleyball duo navigating the pressure of the 2024 Olympics. They discuss the power of radical honesty in building team trust and the role of shared values in achieving alignment. With insights from their legendary coach Marcio Sicoli and moderator David Belasco, they explore emotional resilience, the impact of routines on performance, and how open communication fosters a supportive environment. This chat reveals the mindset that turns challenges into triumph.

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