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On The Brink Podcast

John A. Brink
ADHD
Entrepreneurship
Mental Health
Communication Skills
Neurodiversity
British Columbia
Artificial Intelligence
Personal Development
Public Speaking
Fitness
Canada
Resilience
Dyslexia
Autism
Education
Trauma
Health and Wellness
Podcasting
Tariffs
United States

“ON THE BRINK” is a top 1% global podcast hosted by John A. Brink - a self-made entrepreneur, best-selling author, ADHD advocate, and North America’s oldest competitive bodybuilder. With curiosity and candor, John sits down with experts, changemakers, and trailblazers from every walk of life to uncover the stories behind their success, struggles, and defining moments.

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Colin Corby
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Alan Lazaros
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Eric Robinson
Former FBI Special Agent with extensive experience in SWAT, counter-terrorism, and national security.
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Episode: Episode #561: Eric Robinson
Anil Gupta
Speaker, author, ADHD advocate and happiness coach
Episode: Episode #560: Anil Gupta
Chris Bingham
Retired Federal Police K9 handler; bond with K9 Tambo
Former Federal Police K9 unit
Episode: Episode #559: Chris Bingham
Danny Brassell
Global recognized speaker, best-selling author, and storytelling expert
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Episode: Episode #558: Dr. Danny Brassell
Chip Scholz
Executive coach, author, and storyteller
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Russell Brocklen
The dyslexia professor, founder of SKOOL and Dyslexia Classes programs
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Episode: Episode #556: Russell Van Brocklen

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John Brink
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Thoughtful & Energizing

    ON THE BRINK brings together remarkable stories with a sense of curiosity that keeps every conversation engaging. My discussion with John explored teaching, writing and the art of creating presentations that genuinely move audiences to action. What stood out most was John’s ability to make the conversation feel both thoughtful and energizing while drawing out practical insights listeners can immediately apply. It’s an inspiring podcast driven by wisdom, resilience and a genuine passion for growt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speaking247
    United Statesa month ago
  • FANTASTIC!

    What a rich and engaging conversation with John and On The Brink. I really appreciate the candor, the lessons experienced and shared, the genuine interest in my journey, and the time we got to share together. Thank you so much for being so engaging and for allowing me to come on and contribute to your podcast. Blessings!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    authoraaronryan
    United States3 months ago
  • Committed to making the world a better place

    An amazing experience with John on On The Brink. He brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to helping other realize and act on their own inherent value and worth that mirrors my own passion for helping others connect to and build on these through compassionate attunement to self. I highly recommend his show to potential guests and to listeners of all ages.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kerisma V
    Canada3 months ago
  • Engaging, Insightful, and Effortlessly Conversational

    The On the Brink Podcast hosted by John Brink is an absolute standout. John is incredibly engaging, making each episode both informative and easy to follow. He has a natural ability to connect with guests, creating conversations that feel genuine, insightful, and approachable. Whether you’re looking to learn something new or just enjoy thoughtful dialogue, this podcast delivers every time. Highly recommended for anyone who values engaging storytelling and expert perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
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    UriJake
    United States3 months ago
  • Authentic Host

    Great experience being a guest. The host was welcoming, engaging, and brought both business insights and lived experience to the conversation. It created a thoughtful and authentic discussion. It’s clear John cares about creating meaningful dialogue for his audience.

    Apple Podcasts
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    LJIndy
    United States4 months ago

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Episode #563: Colin Corby
Q: So tell us about your background, Colin, you know, that where are you originally from, what kind of background training, education you want through, and what brought you then to becoming the founder of Technology Wellbeing Ltd?
Colin explains he grew up in Morden, near London, studied and worked in international telecoms, and after a career in technology, he faced stress-related health issues which led him to fitness, personal development, and eventually founding Digital Detox Coach and Technology Wellbeing to help others balance tech use with well-being.
Episode #560: Anil Gupta
Q: Why do relationships have such a poor success rate, and what can be done differently?
Gupta explains the failure rate stems from saying yes to a relationship until it becomes a no; the remedy is collecting data and due diligence, then making informed choices to raise the success rate.
Episode # 562: Alan Lazaros
Q: What does daily growth look like for Next Level University and its community?
We operate with no days off of growth, producing daily episodes and focusing on consistent fundamentals like fitness, finance, and family to build durable success.
Episode # 562: Alan Lazaros
Q: How did your early life shape your approach to business and personal development?
Early hardship, family upheaval, and a car accident shifted me toward self-improvement and a mission to help others unlock their potential, leading to the creation of Next Level University.
Episode #558: Dr. Danny Brassell
Q: What is the five Cs framework for superior presentations?
Clarity about audience and problem, connection with the audience, meaningful content, one clear call to action, and an emotional close that motivates further engagement.

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1. Ben Olmos
2. Colin Corby
3. Alan Lazaros
4. Eric Robinson
5. Anil Gupta
6. Chris Bingham
7. Danny Brassell
8. Chip Scholz

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