The Catalyst Collective

We are the spark that ignites transformation. At The Catalyst Collective, we see ourselves as the point of change, where individuals come together to challenge and rewrite the norm. Join us as we empower you to thrive every day, break barriers, and shape a new path forward.

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Top 10 The Catalyst Collective Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Catalyst Collective episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Catalyst Collective for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Catalyst Collective episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

HGC Shorts Episode #2: "Money is Not a Core Value"

The Catalyst Collective

10/16/23 • 14 min

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD.
This week's topic is prioritizing SERVICE over MONEY. Money is NOT a core value.

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HGC Shorts Episode #3: "Burn the Ships"

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10/23/23 • 12 min

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD.
This week's topic is WIN or DIE. Burn the ships, and let 'er rip tater chip!

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HGC Shorts Episode #5: "Stop Waiting"

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11/27/23 • 17 min

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD.
This week's topic is finding your purpose. Stop waiting for it to find you.

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HGC Shorts Episode #6: "Gratitude Adjustment"

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01/01/24 • 19 min

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD.
This week's topic is changing your perspective to find gratitude everywhere.
Links to articles referenced during episode:
1. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/301826526_Does_gratitude_writing_improve_the_mental_health_of_psychotherapy_clients_Evidence_from_a_randomized_controlled_trial
2. https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/#neuroscience

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Hero Games Charity Website: https://herogamescharity.com/
HGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herogamescharity/
HGC Fakebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeroGamesCharity/

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Q/A Episode #1: Depression, "Something you want, but don't have", 2024 Hero Games, and our new LLC.

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01/28/24 • 41 min

Questions from the PEOPLE!
1. Depression and how I handled it.
2. Our new LLC: Mountain/Youth Survival, Leadership and Culture Consulting, Purpose Finding Treks, and Violent Encounter Prevention and Survival.
3. "What is something you want, but don't have?"
4. 2024 Hero Games

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Episode 23: "After the Storm" Hurricane Helene in Appalachia

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10/11/24 • 37 min

In this episode of The Catalyst Collective, join 20-year Green Beret and Ranger JD as he breaks down the impact of Hurricane Helene on the Appalachian region.
Drawing from personal experience, JD offers a unique perspective on how both civilians and government responded to the storm. We’ll examine the challenges faced, the actions taken, and the critical lessons we can apply to better prepare for future disasters. Whether you're interested in disaster preparedness, leadership in crisis, or the real-world consequences of natural disasters, this episode delivers invaluable insights on resilience in the face of nature’s fury.

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Episode 13: "Fuel For Your Fight", w/ Kyle Crim, Strike Force Energy

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04/11/23 • 141 min

In this episode, JD and Willie sit down with Kyle Crim, Business Developer at Strike Force Energy (SFE).

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Episode 18: "Remember SSG Jason Dahlke", w/ Gold Star Wife, Niki Dahlke

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08/09/23 • 101 min

In this episode, Johnny returns to Co-Host alongside JD for an amazing conversation with Gold Star Wife, Niki Dahlke. SSG Jason Dahlke was Killed in Action during Objective Berlin on 29 August, 2009 in Paktika Province, Afghanistan, and his family was honored at this year's Hero Games.

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Episode 17: "Starve The Ego", w/ Army Ranger, Logan Lewis

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06/21/23 • 188 min

In this episode, JD and Willie sit down with return guest, Army Ranger, Logan Lewis. You may remember Logan from Episode 14 where we talked Ranger Regiment, Afghanistan, and the death of his Squad Leader SSG Kevin Pape. If you haven't listened, head there now!
As for this one, we talk leadership; empathy, burnout, ego, good leaders and bad leaders.
If you're looking for an in depth conversation about leadership philosophy, this one's for you.
0:00 Introduction3:27 Good Leader Experience8:47 Ranger Regiment Leadership
54:38 Logan's Leadership Philosophy1:13:27 Ego1:43:38 Burnout
2:27:42 Bad Leaders2:39:02 How do we measure our expectations of our subordinates?
3:03:15 Closing

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HGC Shorts Episode #4: "For Peace"

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10/30/23 • 11 min

Self-examination from HGC Founder, JD.
This week's topic is the duality of PEACE and WAR.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Catalyst Collective have?

The Catalyst Collective currently has 30 episodes available.

What topics does The Catalyst Collective cover?

The podcast is about Nutrition, Crossfit, Society & Culture, Leadership, History, Storytelling, Fitness, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, War, Health, Combat and Military.

What is the most popular episode on The Catalyst Collective?

The episode title 'Episode 17: "Starve The Ego", w/ Army Ranger, Logan Lewis' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Catalyst Collective?

The average episode length on The Catalyst Collective is 101 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Catalyst Collective released?

Episodes of The Catalyst Collective are typically released every 14 days, 5 hours.

When was the first episode of The Catalyst Collective?

The first episode of The Catalyst Collective was released on Feb 1, 2022.

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