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EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward

Zander Sprague
Personal Growth
Mental Health
Public Speaking
Grief
Resilience
Self-Improvement
Estate Planning
Entrepreneurship
Personal Development
Creativity
Living Trusts
Real Estate
Sibling Loss
Mindfulness
Writing
Leadership
Goal Setting
Identity
Mind Mapping
Self-Discovery

Welcome to EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward, hosted by Zander Sprague, bestselling author and acclaimed motivational speaker. If you're looking to kickstart the EPIC chapters in your life, you've come to the right place! Here, you will find inspiring stories, practical resources, and transformative insights to guide you on your journey.

Whether you're an entrepreneur scaling your business, a lead... more

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In this heartfelt episode of Epic Begins With 1 Step Forward, Zander Sprague sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Kim Sorrelle to discuss resilience, love, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss. After building multiple successful bu... more

In this fascinating episode of Epic Begins With 1 Step Forward, Zander sits down with entrepreneur, author, and EndoDNA co-founder Len May to explore a remarkable journey of resilience, innovation, and purpose. After immigrating to the United States ... more

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Len May
CEO, co-founder of EndoDNA; expert in pharmacogenomics and endocannabinoid system testing
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Episode: Kicked Out At 18. Built A $40 Million Company.
Dr. Gregory Obert
Clinical psychologist and founder of Royal Oasis Psychotherapy Institute
Royal Oasis Psychotherapy Institute
Episode: What Therapists Wish More People Understood About Mental Health With Dr. Gregory Obert
Brian Blackman
TikTok and social media creator, sobriety advocate
crabcrewlife.com / Brian Blackman on TikTok
Episode: From Homeless And Addicted To Building A Global Community With Bryan Blackmon
Jeffrey Bone
Chronic illness coach who helps individuals navigate chronic illness
Independent/Chronic illness coaching
Episode: You Are More Than Your Diagnosis: Jeffrey Bone’s Epic Journey
T. Christian Helms
Creative director and founder of Helms Workshop
Helms Workshop
Episode: The 99-Pack Of Beer That Broke The Internet With T. Christian Helms
Wolfe Lanier
Actor, voice and speech researcher, and public speaking coach
Episode: Finding Your Voice: Confidence, Identity, And The Fear Of Being Seen With Wolfe Lanier
Jack Groppel
Dr. Jack Groppel, renowned performance psychologist and author; early pioneer in sports science and corporate athlete concept
Author, Speaker, Sports Science Pioneer
Episode: Why Conquering Yourself Matters More Than Conquering The Mountain With Dr. Jack Groppel
Kurt Avery
Owner and founder of Sawyer Products
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Episode: How One Simple $15 Filter Is Fighting Cholera, Malaria, And Child Death With Kurt Avery
Stefanos Koutsoubis
Men's coach in Greece helping men feel happier and flourish
Self-employed / Mindful Life Coaching
Episode: Success Didn’t Make Him Happy—So He Changed Everything With Stefanos Koutsoumpis

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Zander Sprague
Host of the show and author/psychotherapist (LPCC) with a focus on motivational interviewing and personal development.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 247 ratings
  • The committee in your head

    This one stuck with me. Wolfe Lanier's idea of the "committee" in our heads, the inner voice that's often crueler to us than any stranger would be, is something I talk about with clients all the time, just never framed that clearly. The conversation about how our voice shifts depending on who's in the room, and what happens when that voice doesn't match who we actually want to be, gave real, concrete language to something that usually stays pretty abstract. Great episode, well worth the listen i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter George Public Speaking
    United States17 days ago
  • Intriguing Conversation!

    I seriously enjoyed this podcast as it was one of the first that delved into the many aspects of what life is like on a boat sailing around the world. Zander, having sailed, asked poignant and relevant questions that sparked an insightful and intriguing conversation. I can't wait to go back and listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    positivethoughts2020
    United States5 months ago
  • Epic Interview!

    I just had a “Epic” conversation with Zander! It was a wonderful conversation/interview with a lot of great information. Can’t wait for it to be released!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azmaureen
    United States10 months ago
  • Lots of fun

    Lots of fun. Like chatting with a good friend over a beer! Thanks Xander

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EOR Podcast
    Canada10 months ago
  • EPIC

    Epic Begins with 1 Step Forward is a must-listen! Zander is an incredible host—thoughtful, engaging, and full of insight. Loved the conversation and the energy. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdrenaJen
    United Statesa year ago

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From Homeless And Addicted To Building A Global Community With Bryan Blackmon
Q: So what was that rock bottom and how did you get to the point of choosing change?
Rock bottom came after years of active addiction and multiple attempts at rehab; the pivotal moment was a personal realization while brushing my teeth, seeing the hollow shell I'd become, and deciding I deserved a better life. From there I committed to sobriety, joined local meetings, and gradually rebuilt my foundation on gratitude, belief, and consistent daily steps.
From Homeless And Addicted To Building A Global Community With Bryan Blackmon
Q: Can you tell us who you are and what you do?
I'm Brian Blackman, originally from Fort Worth, Texas, who moved into a career centered on social media and event production, but now I focus on sharing my sobriety journey and building a supportive online community called Crab Crew Life on TikTok and crabcrewlife.com.
Finding Your Voice: Confidence, Identity, And The Fear Of Being Seen With Wolfe Lanier
Q: What role does stage fright play in your journey and in teaching others to manage it?
Stage fright is a motivating force that pushed Wolfe to study performance training; with practice, fear can become an energizing tool that enhances presence and connection with the audience.
Finding Your Voice: Confidence, Identity, And The Fear Of Being Seen With Wolfe Lanier
Q: Wolfe, tell us who you are and what you do.
A former child actor who trained in public speaking, evolved into a voice and speech researcher and coach, helping people understand how to use different voices in different contexts and build confidence.
Why Conquering Yourself Matters More Than Conquering The Mountain With Dr. Jack Groppel
Q: Jack, welcome, and tell us who you are and what you do.
I've lived a full life across sports, science, and leadership, moving from academia and coaching into mind–body training and broader performance optimization, with Mount Kilimanjaro and mentoring shaping much of my perspective.

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A practical, action-oriented show that centers on taking meaningful steps toward ambitious goals. Across recent episodes, listeners hear from guests who push beyond fear, embrace resilience, and design deliberate systems—from public speaking and leadership to endurance sports, caregiving, and career pivots. The conversations blend personal origin stories with concrete strategies, highlighting habits, mindset shifts, and small, repeatable moves that compound into big outcomes. Notably, the show frequently connects science-backed approaches (neuroscience, rest, habit formation) with real-world pursuits (coaching, aviation mindset, grand endurance challenges), making it a strong fit for listeners who want tangible steps to advance epic goals w... more

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4. Jeffrey Bone
5. T. Christian Helms
6. Wolfe Lanier
7. Jack Groppel
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