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On The Brink Podcast

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

“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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Episode: Episode #586: Dr. Mary Sanders
Peter Boolkah
Global recognized business coach, best-selling author, and speaker
Episode: Episode #585: Peter Boolkah
Neal Tricarico
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Matt Friedman
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Edward Howard
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Episode: Episode #582: Edward Howard
Anna Rikka Aborro
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John Brink
John Brink, Host of On The Brink Podcast; best-selling author, ADHD advocate, and entrepreneur.

Reviews

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 States3 months 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 States4 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
    Canada5 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
    5
    UriJake
    United States5 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
    5
    LJIndy
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's engaging and thoughtful interview style.
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Episode #589: Antoinette Berrafato
Q: What practical steps did you take to rebuild your life and health after you decided to change direction?
I wrote down my new normal, began exercising again, joined supportive people, and committed to daily actions toward the life I wanted, including testing new activities like whitewater kayaking with my caregiver and service dog.
Episode #589: Antoinette Berrafato
Q: What sparked your decision to pursue natural and integrative approaches after your injury?
I had followed every medical protocol to the letter, but nothing was fixing me. I realized I needed to return to nature and combine it with conventional medicine to create an integrative, whole-body approach.
Episode #585: Peter Boolkah
Q: What practical steps can owners take today to stop being the bottleneck?
Identify why you are the bottleneck, learn new skills, bring in external advisors or mentors, and build a leadership team and processes that allow the company to run without you, thereby enabling scalable growth and a true exit-ready business.
Episode #585: Peter Boolkah
Q: Why do so many entrepreneurs burn out despite financial success?
The burnout often stems from lack of delegation and a non-scalable business model where the founder continues to own the majority of revenue and decision-making; without a strong team and processes, they become trapped in the 'succession depression' and cannot switch off.
Episode #585: Peter Boolkah
Q: Tell us about your background and how you got into coaching and entrepreneurship.
Peter describes starting at McDonald's, which taught him systems and processes, then moving into business coaching after meeting a mentor; 21 years later he remains involved in coaching and has built multiple companies, emphasizing the role of structure and disciplined practice.

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Guests span entrepreneurs, founders, coaches, authors, and experts who share actionable growth strategies, resilience practices, and personal transformation stories. Examples range from scaling franchises and building systems to embracing neurodiversity, mindfulness, and energy-based healing. Across episodes, conversations emphasize practical frameworks (franchise models, time ownership, OBM systems), leadership under pressure, and turning challenges into opportunities. The show frequently features guests with diverse backgrounds who offer reproducible tactics for business growth, personal development, and improved decision-making, often weaving in health, trauma recovery, and purpose-driven branding as core themes. A standout throughline i... more

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1. Antoinette Berrafato
2. Colleen Joyce
3. Dr. Noushin Hart
4. Dr. Mary Sanders
5. Peter Boolkah
6. Neal Tricarico
7. Matt Friedman
8. Edward Howard

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