The Ryan Leak Podcast

• Ask Hole

  In this episode, Ryan breaks down the hilarious but honest concept of an "ask hole", someone who constantly asks for advice but never takes action. Inspired by a phrase he heard from a friend, Ryan dives into why learning something and actually applying it are two very different things. He unpacks the psychological reasons people confuse knowledge with growth and offers practical steps to stop the cycle. If you want to be the kind of person mentors are excited to pour into, this episode is for you. It's a no-fluff call to execute, follow through, and show up ready to grow. To subscribe to weekly encouraging texts from Ryan, text "podcast" to 469-809-1201.

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• Just Do It Scared

  You’ve got dreams. Big ones. But fear? It’s loud. That voice in your head says, What if it doesn’t work out? This episode is for anyone who's ever felt underqualified, overwhelmed, or just plain scared. Spoiler alert: You can still move forward.From launching a business to going to therapy, applying for the job to starting the podcast—this one’s all about giving yourself permission to show up anyway. Not polished. Not fearless. Just present.Inspired by a quote from Glennon Doyle, Ryan shares what it means to live with courage, not comfort, and why fear doesn’t get the final vote. Whether you’re writing a book with shaking hands or walking into the gym with popping knees, this episode reminds you: courage doesn’t mean you’re not scared. It means you show up scared and do it anyway.You don’t need more confidence. You need movement.So go ahead.Do it scared.Text "podcast" to 469-809-1201 to subscribe to weekly encouraging texts from Ryan Leak.

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• When Private Discipline Meets Public Opportunity

  Join Ryan Leak in this episode as he tackles the critical difference between those who "crush it" and those who merely "wish they would've." It all comes down to being ready—not just thinking about it, but doing the deep, consistent work long before opportunity knocks.Ryan challenges the common "if I had..." fantasy, arguing that true growth happens in the quiet moments of preparation, not when circumstances magically change. He shares powerful insights from Olympian Chaunté Lowe, whose record-breaking public performance was merely the culmination of countless private victories. This is the essence of "private discipline meets public opportunity": a powerful reminder that you don't rise to the occasion, you fall to the level of your preparation.This episode is a practical call to action, urging you to make deposits into your "future opportunity account." Learn why having your "stuff" ready, practicing your pitch, and refining your craft now are non-negotiable. Ryan pushes listeners to stop wishing and start doing, emphasizing that the best version of you isn't surprised by success—they've been practicing for it in the dark. Discover how to ensure that when your big break arrives, it finds you ready, not regretting.

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• Reduce Misunderstandings

  Ever been misunderstood? We all have. In this episode, Ryan shares how to be the kind of person who reduces misunderstandings... at work, at home, and in marriage. From switching up communication channels to leading with curiosity instead of assumptions, this episode will challenge you to slow down, seek clarity, and build stronger connections in every area of your life.

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