
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 7, 2024 • 53min
#232: Kara Goldin ⎼ Building Hint Water To A 150 Million Dollar Business
Kara Goldin is the Founder of Hint Water.
Find Kara Here: https://www.instagram.com/karagoldin/
00:00 Childhood and Early Influences
03:33 Transitioning from Tech to Entrepreneurship
09:33 Overcoming Doubts and Naysayers
17:15 Creating Opportunities and Being Resourceful
29:38 Persistence and Optimism
35:11 Taking Bets and Making Predictions
39:48 Less Obvious Reasons for Success
49:12 Unlearning Beliefs
05:30 Starting Hint Water
15:45 Challenges and Lessons Learned
25:10 Building a Successful Brand
35:20 Expanding Product Line and Distribution
42:55 The Importance of Health and Wellness
48:30 Advice for Entrepreneurs
My links:
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🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
➞ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brackin-iv-506069216/
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Feb 29, 2024 • 56min
#231: Dr. Mariel Buque ⎼ Break Through Intergenerational Trauma By Doing THIS
Dr. Mariel Buqué is a psychologist and intergenerational trauma expert.
Get Dr. Buqué's book "Break The Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma": https://amzn.to/3Rvl415
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
➞ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brackin-iv-506069216/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv

Feb 22, 2024 • 56min
#230: Matt D'Avella ⎼ A Guide To Finding Your Purpose In Life
Matt D'Avella is a Minimalist, YouTuber with close to 4M subscribers and an Emmy-nominated filmmaker.
00:00 Finding Excitement and Purpose in Work
03:04 Transitioning to YouTube and the Challenges of Content Creation
07:11 Transitioning from Freelancing to YouTube
11:00 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Comparison
14:22 The Impact of Tom Shadyac and Minimalism
17:45 Changing Relationship with Work and Finding Balance
20:47 Lessons from a Year of Habits
23:55 Shifting Relationship with Work and Priorities
26:37 Content Creation and Self-Discovery
28:43 Questioning Assumptions and Priorities
34:28 Taking a Step Back and Redefining Success
37:47 Navigating the Pressure of the Algorithm and Quantity
40:03 Focus on Quality over Quantity
42:07 Knowing How Much is Enough
43:12 Building a Business as a Solopreneur
45:10 The Power of Mentors and Books
48:44 Playing to Your Strengths
51:53 Unlearning the Belief of Having to Keep Going
More on Matt: @mattdavella
My links:
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🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
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Feb 15, 2024 • 1h
#229: Matthew Dicks: How To Live Your Life Without Regret
Matthew Dicks is an internationally bestselling author, elementary school teacher, storyteller, marketing and storytelling consultant, speaking coach, blogger, wedding DJ, minister & much more.
00:00 Introduction and Pivotal Moments in Childhood
02:46 The Impact of Goals on Storytelling and Life
04:50 Striving and Enjoying the Process
08:18 Growing Up at a Young Age
10:56 Overcoming the Victim Mentality
14:21 The Power of Homework for Life
16:26 The Value of Small Stories
18:42 The Importance of Incrementalism
20:47 Being Intentional with Time
23:18 The Consistency of Writing
26:21 The Power of Writing and Leaving a Legacy
29:55 The Power of Saying Yes
33:05 Overcoming Nervousness and Fear of Failure
39:29 Setting Goals and Being Results-Oriented
42:12 Managing Multiple Goals
44:46 Being Intentional with Time
47:37 Improving Sleep for Productivity
51:31 Finding Hope in Small Victories
55:24Unlearning the Belief in Others' Potential
Find Matthew here: https://matthewdicks.com/
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Feb 8, 2024 • 57min
#228: Jason Goldberg ⎼Victim Mentality Is Ruining Your Life
Jason Goldberg is a Global Keynote Speaker on Future-Proof Leadership and is a Mental Performance and Leadership Coach for Celebrities, Change Makers, and CEOs.'
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Childhood
02:11 Impact of Father's Absence
03:08 Discovering Personal Growth
05:19 Shifting from External Validation to Self-Love
06:20 Helping Clients Get Ahead of the Curve
07:09 Challenging and Questioning Identity
08:51 The Role of Thought in Experience of Life
10:38 The Batman Analogy
12:19 Recognizing the Difference Between Who You Think You Are and
13:14 Who You Actually Are
16:13 Asking Powerful Questions
21:12 Taking Things Less Seriously
25:36 Balancing Intentionality and Playfulness
30:26 The Cycle of Remembering and Forgetting
31:40 The Power of Permission and Reminders
35:04 The Importance of Reminders
35:33 Lessons from Byron Katie
38:08 Shifting from the 'I Know' Mind to the 'I Don't Know' Mind
39:30 The Limitations of Cognitive Transformation
42:09 The Importance of Somatic Work
44:22 The Relationship Between Consciousness and Caution
45:19 The Downside of Judging Progress
48:48 The Upside of Comparison
52:03 Unlearning the Belief of Showing Up with High Energy
Find Jason Here: https://thejasongoldberg.com/
Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejasongoldberg
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 2min
#227: Noah Kagan: How To Create a Million Dollar Business In a Weekend
Noah Kagan is a serial entrepreneur, Youtuber, and much more.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Journey of an Entrepreneur
03:00 Getting Started and Sticking with It
08:00 Building a Positive Relationship with Yourself
14:00 Believing in the Possibility of Success
20:00 Surrounding Yourself with Successful People
26:00 Overcoming Fear and Taking Action
32:00 Key Concepts of the Book
33:37 Facing Fears and Taking Action
37:14 The Importance of Action
38:36 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Confidence
39:12 The Fear of Regret
39:37 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
40:49 Finding Purpose and Living an Interesting Life
43:08 Changing Perspectives and Taking Control
44:48 The Power of Optimism and Anticipation
48:12 Enjoying Money and Creating a Fulfilling Life
51:43 Unlearning Beliefs and Aligning Priorities
59:24 Believing in What's Possible
Noah's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ @noahkagan
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Jan 25, 2024 • 1h 4min
#226: Richard Shotton ⎼ Psychological Hacks Behind Behavior Change
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Richard Shotton is an Author, consultant, & speaker.
00:00 The Tipping Point and Behavioral Science
03:08 Making Behavioral Science Practical and Understandable
04:19 The Evergreen Insights of Behavioral Science
06:35 The Importance of Replicating Experiments
08:09 The Power of Concrete Language
10:28 Confirmation Bias and Moments of Openness
13:16 The Fresh Start Effect
15:25 The Impact of the Fresh Start Effect
19:44 The Power of Commitment and Consistency
24:15 Making Behavior Change Easier
27:18 The Need for Consistency and Habits
29:22 Adding Friction to Discourage Behavior
31:52 The Pratt-Fall Effect and Admitting Flaws
36:10 The Power of Social Proof and Scarcity
40:18 Stated vs Revealed Preferences
46:34 The Complexity of Human Behavior
50:13 The Ever-Changing Field of Behavioral Science
51:06 Debunked Study: Nominative Determinism
52:29 The Challenge of Disseminating Robust Studies
53:57 The Incentives in Academia
55:47 Surprising Knowledge: Nine Enders
58:58 The Challenge of Change
01:00:01 The Paradox of Behavioral Science
01:01:19 Wrap-up and Resources
Find Richard Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-shotton/
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Jan 18, 2024 • 57min
#225: James McCrae ⎼ Unlock Your Inner Wisdom
Only this January, get help gearing up to crush your 2024 New Year resolutions fully focused.
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James McCrae is an author, poet, and owner of @wordsarevibrations on Instagram.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Early Creative Journey
03:02 Navigating the Financial Aspect of Being an Artist
05:18 The Courage to Monetize Creativity
07:28 Teaching as a Service
09:35 Skills that Have Helped Along the Journey
10:56 The Power of Words and Vibrations
15:36 The Importance of Communication and Relationships
18:14 Having the Courage to Write a Book
20:34 The Journey of Homelessness and Transformation
25:05 The Practice of Doing Nothing and Trusting Intuition
28:20 The Tao Te Ching and Ancient Wisdom
31:43 Detaching from the Ego and Cultivating Stillness
35:23 The Truth in Paradox and Letting Go of Literal Interpretations
39:21 Unlearning Societal Programming for Creativity
44:38 The Impact of Plant Medicine Experiences
47:22 Skipping Worrying and Focusing on Imagination
47:31 The Power of Imagination
49:17 The Negative Effects of Worrying
49:47 Being of Service to Others
51:35 The Benefits of Teaching and Helping Others
52:05 Unlearning the Belief in Hard Work
Find James Here: https://www.instagram.com/wordsarevibrations/
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Jan 11, 2024 • 1h 1min
#224: Matt Graham ⎼ Why Is Everyone Acting Like A Victim?
Only this January, get help gearing up to crush your 2024 New Year resolutions fully focused.
You get 1 month for free when you’re subscribing for 3 months at:
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Matt Graham is a creator, he shares his journey from childhood to personal development and the importance of taking personal responsibility.
Timestamps:
00:00 Childhood and Shaping Influences
02:07 Transition from Business School to Boxing Trainer
05:22 Overcoming Challenges in High School Basketball
08:46 Dealing with Anxiety and Taking Personal Responsibility
11:54 Mindset Shift and Journey to Personal Development
14:29 The Importance of Shedding Unproductive Habits
23:54 Key Factors in Content Growth
30:05 Societal Consequences and the Importance of Personal Development
36:10 Principles to Instill in His Son
46:23 Viewing Himself in Third Person and Taking Care of Himself
50:49 Understanding Your Mind
52:00 The Importance of Communication
53:25 Building Self-Awareness
54:20 Recognizing and Overcoming Habits
55:18 Spending Time Alone
56:46 Letting Go of Control
Find Matt Here: https://www.instagram.com/notmattgraham/
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamesbrackiniv
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Jan 9, 2024 • 27min
#223: 15 Lessons From 2023
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In this episode, I dive into some lessons learned from over 200+ episodes of this podcast.
00:00 Introduction
00:59 Lesson 1: It is simpler than you are making it out to be
01:58 Lesson 2: Every opportunity has a third door
04:18 Lesson 3: We all experience hedonic adaptation
06:12 Lesson 4: Discipline should be a practice and not a punishment
07:15 Lesson 5: No one knows what they're doing
08:08 Lesson 6: Don't sweat the small stuff, but sweat the small stuff
10:01 Lesson 7: Play to win instead of playing not to lose
13:15 Lesson 8: Life is about the anticipation, not the achievement
15:56 Lesson 9: Feed into what you feel compelled to go towards
18:04 Lesson 10: Define what good enough looks like
19:50 Lesson 11: Beliefs have to be useful for you
21:11 Lesson 12: Whatever you justify, you have to let go of
22:22 Lesson 13: Play your own games
23:52 Lesson 14: Proximity is power
26:32 Lesson 15: When you chase, you repel
My links:
Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/jamesbrackin/1?month=2023-09
🎙 Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-brackin
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