In the 15th episode of The Mindset Forge, Barton and Colette discuss her leadership as the President of Huston-Tillotson University, a historically black institution. She discusses how she sees her role creating "fertile soil...

Natasha is a professional Ironman triathlete and coach in Austin, Texas working with athletes from all around the world. The podcast episode is jam-packed with her stories of her coaching mindset and how she helps the “whole...

Jonathan and Barton discuss being on American Ninja Warrior the TV show, the mistakes, big moments, and getting to compete at the ANW finals in Los Vegas. They then dig into his work as a therapist working with athletes and …

Rebecca and Barton discuss a wide variety of topics from starting Impact Austin, working as a sales rep for IBM, modeling the power of philanthropy to her children, and her new book. She declares herself an accidental philant...

After the first 5 months of The Mindset Forge, Barton and his wife Val highlight their biggest take-aways from each of the first ten episodes.

Matt and Barton discuss the many challenges involved in addressing homelessness and how his non-profit organization Community First helps create connection, support, and purpose for people with an extended period of homelessn...

Gabriel’s story depicts the challenges of growing up with a father locked up in San Quentin Prison and a mother addicted to heroine. At age 12 he discovers theatre at his grandma’s church and he is hooked! With the guidance …

Lucas Jack discusses being a Lawyer in Chicago who decided to follow his passion and become a full-time singer/songwriter in San Antonio, Texas. He shares how he became artist of the year in San Antonio, opening for Foreigner...

The interview with Steve Adler offers insights on leadership in challenging times, his humble beginnings, taking on civil rights cases as a young lawyer in Austin, and the love of his family. It’s a fresh look at the heart of...

Stacy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who lives in Dripping Springs, TX. She and Barton discuss the challenges parents and children are facing in 2020 and how parents can develop family rituals, self-care strategies, and...

Mark was thrown from a truck and broke his neck This eighteen year old college soccer player became a quadriplegic and had to figure out how to live in a wheelchair and find purpose in his life. He goes on …

Darlene Byrne has been a judge for 20 years in Austin, TX and in 2021, she will serve in her new role on the bench of the 3rd Court of Appeals. In this episode, she talks about her efforts to …

A very ambitious young financial advisor skyrockets to the top of his financial services company before realizing that it’s not just about winning awards and money. After a brain tumor rocks his world, he changes course to st...

Matt is a musical theatre composer and returned Peace Corps Volunteer. He was the recipient of the Jonathan Larson Foundation award and his documentary style musical “Invisible Thread” received national recognition. Matt disc...

A fascinating interview with Camp Gladiator’s top trainer Larry John II. Barton and LJ dive into his difficult childhood and how he strives to positively impact hundreds of people all over the country . For more info about LJ...