The Mark Drager Show

The Mark Drager Show

A side project I hosted from 2020 to early 2024, The We Do Hard Things Podcast (later rebranded as The Mark Drager Show following Glennon Doyle's launch of her podcast), explored the minds and stories of extraordinary entrepreneurs, creatives, and total badasses. Across 130+ episodes, I had the amazing opportunity to connect with remarkable people. Those who dared to bet on themselves and chase their dreams. Today, I can be found talking about strategic branding and marketing on the How To Sell More Podcast (available everywhere podcasts are found).

Episodes

April 3, 2024 78 mins

In today's episode, Mark engages in a riveting conversation with the incredible Derek Sivers, the founder of CD Baby, an entrepreneur, and a TED speaker known for his unconventional wisdom in the world of business and life. The dialogue kicks off with a thought-provoking discussion about the essence of genuine reactions versus prepared responses in interviews and podcasts.

 

Derek shares his philosophy of life and its translation i...

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    In this conversation, Mark sits down with the incredible Kris Carr, a cancer survivor who has transformed her challenging journey into a wellspring of hope for countless others. Kris opens up about the emotional and psychological dimensions of living with a cancer diagnosis, emphasizing the pivotal role of mental management and staying grounded in the present. Her wisdom not only emanates from her personal experiences but also form...

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    Welcome to a particularly special episode of The Mark Drage Show, where we explore the vibrant world of comedy with none other than Jeff Allen, a celebrated comedian known for his perceptive and universally relatable humor. Embarking on a journey from a 16-year-old intrigued by a comedy team at a club, to becoming a seasoned comedian, Jeff shares intricate details of his fascinating journey through the intricate, dynamic world of s...

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    Welcome to The Mark Drager Show, where we explore the minds and stories of extraordinary entrepreneurs, creatives, and total badasses. In this episode, we're honored to have Geraldine DeRuiter, the acclaimed writer behind "The Everywhereist" and author of "All Over the Place: Adventures in Travel, True Love, and Petty Theft," as well as her latest work, "If You Can't Take the Heat: Tales of Food, Feminism, and Fury.

     

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    Welcome to another episode of The Mark Drager Show! Today, we're honored to host Rebecca Zung, a distinguished attorney ranked among the Top 1% in the nation. Dive into this illuminating conversation as Rebecca unravels the intricacies of negotiation, personal power, and the transformative moments that molded her illustrious career.

    Rebecca shares her insights into the art of negotiation, emphasizing the power of perception and the...

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    Welcome to The Mark Drager Show, in today's episode we're joined by the renowned meditation expert, Light Watkins. Dive deep as Watkins shares his profound insights on inner peace, happiness, and personal growth. With his "inside-out" approach, he challenges traditional views, unveiling a fresh perspective on happiness.

    Watkins emphasizes the transformative power of practices such as meditation, gratitude, and leading a purposeful ...

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    In this insightful episode, we're joined by the accomplished TV producer, Brad Holcman. With years of experience, notably at A&E, Brad offers a unique perspective on the ever-changing landscape of television. He emphasizes that in today's TV world, it's all about creating shows that resonate so deeply that friends eagerly recommend them to one another.

    Brad's journey in the television industry has been nothing short of remarkable. ...

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    In this enlightening episode of The Mark Drager Show, we journey through the captivating career of the multi-talented comedian, kylecease. We kick things off by delving into Kyle's early days in the film industry, discussing his breakout ro...

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    In this episode, we sit down with the inspirational Casey King. Casey's life was completely turned upside-down by his appearance on the TLC popular reality TV show, Family By The Ton, where viewers witnessed his raw struggles and triumphs.

     

    The show not only highlighted the magnitude of his weight loss journey but also shed light on the dynamics of family relationships, especially with his father. As we delve further into the conv...

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    In this captivating podcast episode, we take a thrilling journey into the life and achievements of Lesley Paterson, a Scottish triathlete, author, screenwriter, and film producer. From conquering numerous triathlon world championships to establishing herself in Hollywood, Paterson's talent knows no bounds.

     

    Together with her writing-producing partner, Ian Stokell, Paterson embarked on a monumental endeavor - bringing Erich Maria R...

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    Welcome to The Mark Drager Show! In this podcast, we are honored to feature Henry Ammar, an International Life Speaker, Entrepreneur, and the creative force behind the acclaimed podcast "Making It Happen with Henry Ammar."

     

    Henry's profound impact is evident through his podcast's impressive success, hitting #1 in the Training Category and #6 in the Education Category on the iTunes Charts. He's graced stages worldwide, captivating ...

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    Welcome to this week's mashup video featuring incredible individuals who have defied the odds, transformed their lives, and achieved remarkable success. Prepare to be inspired as we highlight the best moments and powerful stories of OZ, Damian Rider, IN-Q, Brent Weeks, Tina Guo, Damon West, Ryan Blair, and Melisa Urban.

     

    In "From Side Hustle to Success: How Oz Pearlman Turned Magic into a Career," witness Oz's journey as he naviga...

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    Anthony Trucks is a former NFL Athlete, American Ninja Warrior on NBC, international speaker, host of the Aww Shift podcast, author of the “Identity Shift” book, and the founder of Identity Shift coaching. He uses cutting-edge research in science and psychology to upgrade how you operate so you can elevate your life and business to reach your full potential. After being given away into foster care at 3 years old, being adopted into...

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    July 20, 2023 67 mins

    Ryan Blair is the CEO of ViSalus, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and serial entrepreneur who came from nothing to lose, and had everything to gain. At the age of 21 years old, Blair had already founded his first business, 24/ Tech, and has since created and sold numerous other companies for hundreds of millions of dollars over the course of his career. In 2012, Blair was named one of Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneurs of the Year...

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    In prison, Damon got SOBER, went through a SPIRITUAL AWAKENING, and started down his true life’s calling which he continued to build on after his parole more than 7 years later.

     

    Within the confines of prison, Damon embarked on an awe-inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Stripped away from the clutches of addiction, he embarked on a path of sobriety, paving the way for profound change. In the depths of his confi...

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    In today’s podcast, I am joined by Azrya Bequer - Co-Founding Stewards of BEQOMING.

    Check out Azrya Bequer's new book BEQOMING: Everything You Didn’t Know You Wanted. To purchase the special edition hardcover (not available on Amazon) please visit www.BEQOMING.me/book or download at www.Audible.com/BEQOMING.

    Follow BEQOMING on Instagram: https://instagram.com/beqoming

    BEQOMING is a platform that is devoted to empowering you to unlo...

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    Mick Ebeling founded Not Impossible, a multiple award-winning social innovation lab and production company, on the premise that nothing is impossible. His mantra of “commit, then figure it out” allows him to convene a disparate team of hackers, doers, makers and thinkers to create devices that better the world by bringing accessibility for all. This unconventional approach brought to life highly acclaimed initiatives -- the EyeWrit...

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    Bryan Cranston won four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of Walter White in AMC's Breaking Bad. He holds the honor of being the first actor in a cable series, and the second lead actor in the history of the Emmy Awards, to receive three consecutive wins. In 2014 he won a Tony Award for his role as Lyndon Johnson in the bio-play All the Way. In film, Cranston received an Academy Award nomina...

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    Melissa Urban is a 7x New York Times best-selling author who specializes in helping people establish healthy boundaries and successfully navigate habit change. She has been featured by the New York Times, People, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Today Show, and Good Morning America, and is a prominent keynote speaker on boundaries, building community, health trends, and entrepreneurship.

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    June 12, 2023 22 mins

    This is We Do Hard... wait sorry guys.  This isn't We Do Hard Things anymore. As you may have noticed, there has been a name change. And in this episode, I want to share a few stories, tell you a little bit more about me, and explain why We Do Hard Things, the podcast for those of us who choose to bet on ourselves, has become the super creative, super unique name, The Mark Drager Show.

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