
You Can Too with James Brackin IV
Sharing inspiring stories from exceptional humans to explore into what they’ve overcome, are currently overcoming, and show you how you can too.
Previous guests include Seth Godin, Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry, Matt D'Avella, Noah Kagan, Gary Brecka, Evan Carmichael, Bruce Lipton, Case Kenny, Derek Sivers, Mark Sisson, Daniel Priestley, James Altucher and so many more.
Latest episodes

Mar 27, 2025 • 48min
#288: Terri Cole ⎼ The Hidden Costs of Not Setting Boundaries
Terri Cole is a Psychotherapist, Relationship & Boundary Expert and Best Selling Author.Find Terri Here: https://www.instagram.com/terricole/Want to work 1:1 with me? : https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-12What's One Boundary Everyone Needs To Set? (01:00)How Much of Your Personality Is Shaped by Society? (02:56)Why Is Extremism On The Rise More Than Ever Today? (05:49)Is Your Mental Health Stopping You from Reaching Your Potential? (08:52)Are You Subconsciously Sabotaging Your Own Growth? (09:57)How Well Do You Really Know Yourself? (12:54)Are You Holding onto Hidden Resentment Without Realizing It? (18:03)Why Do People Disrespect Your Boundaries? (20:54)The Morning Routine Mistakes That Ruin Your Day (23:04)Why Do We Often Neglect Our Health? (29:36)Are You Ignoring the One Habit That Prevents Burnout? (32:24)How to Win Political Arguments Without Losing Friends (35:10)Are You Stuck in a Codependent Relationship Without Knowing It? (39:30)What If Everything You Believe About Aging Is a Lie? (43:00)

Mar 20, 2025 • 57min
#287: Lionel Page ⎼ Are We Designed To Be Unhappy?
Lionel Page is a professor at the University of Queensland and an author.My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Coaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-1200:00 The Nature of Satisfaction and Happiness06:36 The Hedonic Treadmill and Its Implications10:13 Dopamine and Anticipation in Happiness17:18 The Journey vs. The Destination22:25 Goal Setting and Evolutionary Design27:14 The Pursuit of Happiness: A Never-Ending Race30:18 The Evolution of Time Horizons33:09 Short-Term vs Long-Term Decision Making37:11 The Impact of Social Comparison on Happiness44:25 The Illusion of Achievement and Happiness49:27 Unlearning Beliefs for Personal Growth

Mar 13, 2025 • 54min
#286: Jim Keyes ⎼ How the CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster Is Fixing The School System
James Keyes is the former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster and author of Education is Freedom.Find James Here: https://www.instagram.com/jkeyesauthor/My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/

Mar 6, 2025 • 50min
#285: James Lawrence ⎼ How To Destroy The Limitations Of Your Mind
James Lawrence, known as the Iron Cowboy, is a world-renowned speaker, endurance athlete, 2x author, and 2x documentary subject..He's done 50 Ironmans In 50 States In 50 Days, Biked up Mount Kilimanjaro, 100 Ironmans In 100 Days Straight, Ran 235 miles across Greece, and so many more incredible accomplishments.Find James Here: https://www.instagram.com/ironcowboyjames/My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv1:1 Coaching With Me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10

Feb 27, 2025 • 50min
#284: Rich Diviney ⎼ Navy Seal Shares The Neuroscience of Mastering Uncertainty
Rich Diviney is a former Navy SEAL Commander who served up 13 overseas deployments over 21 years as an active member and officer of the armed forces’ most elite, secretive group, now a Speaker & Best Selling Author.My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackinivFind more about Rich here: https://theattributes.com/Coaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-1200:00 Navigating Uncertainty: The Role of the Frontal Lobe06:27 Techniques for Managing Anxiety and Uncertainty12:48 The Evolution of Attributes: Nature vs. Nurture21:11 Understanding Identity: The Power of 'I Am'29:10 Navigating Identity After Service32:01 The Power of Questions34:51 Grounding Techniques for Peak Performance39:03 The Writing Process: Discovery and Editing45:04 Misconceptions About Navy SEALs51:02 Unlearning Limiting Beliefs

Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 16min
#283: Nick Pollard ⎼ The Harsh Reality of Being A People Pleaser
Nick Pollard, “The People Displeaser,” is a coach and a speaker.Find him Here: https://www.instagram.com/thepeopledispleaser/My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv1:1 Coaching With Me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10

Feb 13, 2025 • 56min
#282: Taylor Bell on YouTube, Risk-Taking, and Finding Work-Life Balance
Taylor Bell is a former management consultant and ivy-league grad from California turned Youtuber (592k Subs) in New York City.Follow my IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Find Taylor Here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP0f9FXZ4g-MxAqSUreHpCw

Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 22min
#281: Gregg Braden ⎼ The Rise of Transhumanism: Will We Lose Our Humanity in the Process?
New York Times best-selling author and scientist Gregg Braden explains the bridge between science and spirituality and what it reveals about our true nature as humans. Gregg sets the stage by describing the most pressing issue we face as a species right now: the battle for our own humanity.
Website: https://greggbraden.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com//gregg.braden
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/

Jan 30, 2025 • 55min
#280: Neale Donald Walsch ⎼ The Simple Secret To Talking To God
Neale Donald Walsch is author of the "Conversations with God" a series of books, translated into 37 languages and Millions of copies sold.
This conversation explores what it means to talk with god, how to talk with god, and some of the biggest misconceptions we hold about god.
Neale: https://www.facebook.com/NealeDonaldWalsch/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv

Jan 23, 2025 • 53min
#279: Dr. Meg Jay ⎼ Expert Advice on What No One Tells You About Your Twenties
Meg Jay, PhD, is a developmental clinical psychologist who specializes in twentysomethings, Tedx Speaker, best selling author.
My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
Coaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-12
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:32 The Uncertainty of the 20s
14:15 Identifying with Struggles
21:58 Building Certainty Within Yourself
28:27 Ownership of Your Life
36:47 Finding Strengths and Setting Goals
44:32 Embracing Limitations for Growth
52:54 Unlearning Cultural Myths About Parenthood