
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

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
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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

Jan 16, 2025 • 53min
#278: Eddie Wilson ⎼ Billionaire's Lessons On Money, Success, & Finding Meaning
Eddie Wilson is a Serial Entrepreneur, Founder of over 100 Businesses and known as the "King of Exits" after selling 76 of them for $1.2B in 2019.
https://www.instagram.com/eddiewilsonofficial/
My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
Coaching Inquiries: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10
00:00 The Journey of Philanthropy and Success
05:50 Intentional Learning and Self-Development
12:14 The Role of Ego in Achievement
17:48 Decision-Making: Fear vs. Love
27:02 Pursuing Love-Based Actions
35:31 Balancing Pragmatism and Creativity
41:15 The Role of Faith in Success
47:56 Unlearning Success Myths

Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 18min
277: Donald Robertson ⎼ The Link Between Philosophy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Donald Robertson is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, an author and an expert on ancient philosophy.
Expect to learn the profound connections between Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
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Coaching Inquiries: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-12
00:00 Introduction to Stoicism and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
04:59 The Connection Between Stoicism and CBT
09:56 Understanding Anger in Stoicism and Therapy
15:06 The Challenges of Modern Self-Help
20:07 The Importance of Adaptive Thinking
24:56 Socratic Method and the Quest for Truth
29:49 Personal Reflections and Evolving Perspectives
40:27 The Challenge of Guiding Others
41:29 The Wisdom of Self-Discovery
43:24 Understanding the Socratic Method
49:42 Socrates: The Inquisitive Student
52:12 Socrates: The Onion and Jimi Hendrix
57:41 Cognitive Skills and the Socratic Method
01:01:09 The Importance of Cognitive Flexibility
01:06:28 Navigating Knowledge vs. Opinion
01:12:37 Unlearning Beliefs About Anger

Jan 2, 2025 • 48min
#276: John R. Miles ⎼ The #1 Habit That’s Stealing Your Life (And How to Stop It Today)
John R. Miles is a bestselling author, award-winning podcast host of Passion Struck, and purpose-driven entrepreneur.Find John Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMilesMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackinivCoaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Chapters00:00 The Journey of Mattering06:29 Defining Success and Happiness13:22 Reigniting Passion and Overcoming Barriers22:23 Mindset Shifts and Psychological Progress28:30 Lessons from Bold Leaders33:23 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome41:31 The Cycles of Human Behavior45:38 Unlearning and Active Listening

Dec 26, 2024 • 39min
#275: Aaron Spivak ⎼ Manifesting a $48 Million Dollar Exit In 4 years at 26 Years Old
Aaron Spivak is a Serial Entrepreneur.
He built and exited a $48 million business in 48 months, (Hush the world's most popular (and reviewed) weighted blanket)
He appeared in Forbes 30 Under 30, on the Canadian hit TV show Dragons' Den and earned the "Most Epic Pitch" of the season, and co-founded Revitasize at 18 years old—an organic cold-pressed juice kitchen.
Find him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-spivak1/
My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
Coaching Inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-12
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:23 The Soul of Entrepreneurship
11:08 Navigating Success and Public Perception
19:46 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
25:38 Injecting Energy into Business
32:32 The Role of Spiritual Practices in Success
37:31 Unlearning the Need for Unlimited Freedom

Dec 19, 2024 • 47min
#274: Drew Hanlen ⎼ #1 NBA Skills Coach Reveals The Real Secrets to Winning
Drew Hanlen is an author, keynote speaker and strategic coach to some of the top professional athletes and business leaders in the world. He is widely considered the #1 NBA Skills Coach in the world and has played a pivotal role in securing over $4 billion worth of contracts for his NBA clients, including NBA MVP Joel Embiid and NBA All-Stars Jayson Tatum, Bradley Beal, Zach LaVine, Tyrese Maxey and Tyrese Haliburton.
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
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Find Drew Here: https://www.instagram.com/drewhanlen/
Chapters
00:00 Unbreakable Faith: The Foundation of Success
05:12 The Role of Arrogance and Confidence in Performance
09:53 Motivation: Scarcity vs. Abundance
15:04 Eliminating Self-Deception for Growth
19:53 The Balance of Talent and Hard Work
25:09 Gratitude and Perspective in Achievement
30:40 The Power of Discipline and Identity
38:02 Managing Stress and Expectations
44:22 Unlearning the Need for Constant Striving

Dec 12, 2024 • 51min
#273: Dr. Kurt Gray ⎼ Is Political Division the Biggest Threat to Our Future?
Dr. Gray is a Professor in Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he directs the Deepest Beliefs Lab and the Center for the Science of Moral Understanding.
He is also an Adjunct Professor in Organizational Behavior at the Kenan-Flagler Business School at UNC, where he teaches about organizational ethics and team processes. Dr. Gray received his PhD from Harvard University.
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Find Kurt Here: https://x.com/kurtjgray
Coaching inquires: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Timestamps:00:00
03:01 Exploring Typecasting and Moral Conflict
05:52 The Disconnect Between Modern Problems and Ancient Brains
09:04 Moral Outrage and the Competition for Victimhood
11:55 Conflict Entrepreneurs and the Victimhood Olympics
14:59 The Rise of Learned Helplessness
17:55 Empathy and Understanding in a Divided World
20:59 The Importance of Motivation in Conversations
23:58 The End of History Effect and Moral Certainty
26:59 Finding Common Ground Amidst Political Polarization
28:43 The Humanity in Conflict
30:02 Moral Judgments and Intuition
31:58 Motivated Reasoning and Group Identity
33:50 The Evolution of Social Belonging
35:55 Finding Common Ground
37:40 The Threat of Anti-Pluralism
39:35 The Power of Personal Stories
40:19 The Challenge of Facts in Divisive Times
42:49 The Impact of Social Isolation
44:24 Reflections on Writing and Self-Discovery

Dec 5, 2024 • 51min
#272: Derick Grant ⎼What Does It Mean To Heal Your Inner Child?
Derick Grant is an entrepreneur, author, former Harlem Globetrotter, and one of the world’s most sought after life strategist.
You can find him here: https://www.instagram.com/dgmindset/
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
Dive deeper with me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:57 The Journey of Self-Discovery
06:00 The Role of Competition and Creation
09:05 The Inner Child and Self-Acceptance
12:06 Perspective and Life Experiences
14:51 Healing the Inner Child
17:57 Influences and Learning
21:13 Ayahuasca and Ego Dissolution
24:01 Coaching and Helping Others
27:42 Understanding Boundaries and Energy Management
30:46 Courage in Self-Development and Facing Fears
33:57 The Power of Awareness in Healing
36:48 The Role of Entrepreneurship in Personal Growth
37:36 The Importance of Relationships with Self and Others
38:48 Practices for Returning to Self
39:43 The Sequential Nature of Healing Laws
40:42 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Love
41:43 The Delusion of Self-Concept in Athletes
42:50 Unlearning the Need for External Validation
43:59 The Future Vision and Goals for Growth

Nov 28, 2024 • 54min
#271: Joseph Nguyen ⎼ Don't Believe Everything You Think
Joseph Nguyen is the author of the #1 international bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think, which has been translated into 31+ languages.
You can find him here: https://josephnguyen.org/
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv
Dive deeper with me: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2024-10Chapters
00:00 Why You Shouldn't Believe Everything You Think
08:11 The Journey Through Pain
18:56 Meditation and Presence
25:08 Ways of To Stop Negative Thoughts
31:15 Navigating Emotions and the Mind-Body Connection
37:59 Awareness and the Journey of Unlearning
44:26 Shifting Perspectives on Purpose and Meaning
49:48 Embracing Multiple Interests and the Journey of Life

Nov 21, 2024 • 50min
#270: George Mumford ⎼ Kobe & MJ's Mindfulness Coach On How To Unlock Your Inner Greatness
George Mumford is a globally recognized speaker, teacher, and coach.
Since 1989, he’s been honing his gentle, but groundbreaking mindfulness techniques with people from locker rooms to board rooms, Yale to jail.
He roomed with Dr. J, Julius Erving in College and Michael Jordan credits George with transforming his on-court leadership, helping the Bulls to six NBA championships, while Mumford has also worked with Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, and countless other NBA players, Olympians, executives, and artists.
You can find George here: georgemumford.com
My Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
03:01 The Journey to Mindfulness
06:05 Anxiety and Freedom
09:13 Embracing Life's Challenges
11:54 The Power of Acceptance
14:53 Mindset and Personal Responsibility
17:53 Authenticity and Performance
25:49 Frames of Orientation and Self-Mastery
32:01 The Power of Perspective and Growth Mindset
36:36 The Journey of Unlearning and Embracing Change
49:54 Finding Meaning in Suffering and the Nature of Life