In this episode of A New Lens, Wild Will breaks down the truth behind the modern fitness and wellness industry. From fake “alpha” male creators to PED‑fueled influencers and surface‑level health gurus — this episode exposes the lies, the marketing tricks, and the spiritual emptiness behind the grind culture we’re being sold.

💥 Topics:
– Fitness influencer scams & PED culture
– Toxic “alpha” masculinity myths
– The illusion of the wellness industry
– What real health & discipline actually look like

🎧 Listen now to wake up from the illusion.

In this Book Club episode of A New Lens, we dive into Paulo Coelho’s timeless masterpiece, The Alchemist. This story of Santiago’s journey isn’t just about chasing treasure — it’s about discovering purpose, listening to your heart, and finding your “Personal Legend.”

In Episode 4, we explore:

• Why The Alchemist resonates across cultures and generations

• The lessons Santiago learns about intuition, courage, and destiny

• How to apply the idea of a “Personal Legend” in your own life

It’s not just a book discussion — it’s a lens to reflect on your own journey.

🎧 Tune in now and ask yourself: What’s my Personal Legend?

We spend so much of life introducing ourselves by what we do — our jobs, our titles, our roles. But what happens when those labels fall away? Who are you without the résumé, the achievements, or the expectations?

In this episode of A New Lens, we explore identity beyond the surface. What values remain when the titles disappear? How do we rediscover ourselves when life forces us to start fresh? And why the journey inward might be the most important one you ever take.

🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: Who would I be if everything else was gone?

At just 25 years old, Jon Russo has become the youngest program coordinator of the Stamford FFA chapter — a role he’s dreamed of since high school. From serving as a chapter officer to State FFA Officer, Jon’s journey is all about passion, leadership, and coming full circle.

In this episode of A New Lens, we dive into what it takes to lead early, why FFA is more than agriculture, and how purpose can guide you home.

#ANewLens #FFA #Leadership

Coach Don Day has coached pro athletes, Olympians, and championship teams — but what makes him truly different is how he thinks.

In this episode, we explore:
• His origin story and the key turning point in his career
• The philosophy behind “The Warthog” and why pain is part of the process
• What he’s learned from coaching at the highest level
• The discipline and habits that drive long-term success
• How failure became one of his greatest teachers
• What success actually means beyond the scoreboard
• One piece of hard-earned advice for anyone chasing greatness

This is more than a highlight reel — it’s a look into the lens that shaped a leader.

What would you choose — endless comfort or true freedom?

In this episode of A New Lens, Wild Will dives into Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World, a dystopian classic that feels more relevant today than ever. We explore the book’s unsettling vision of a society built on pleasure, control, and conformity — and what it reveals about our own world.

From the cost of giving up individuality to the subtle ways modern life mirrors Huxley’s warnings, this conversation blends literary insight with personal reflection. Whether you’ve read the book or not, you’ll leave thinking differently about the systems we live in… and the choices we make every day.

🎧 Topics include:

• How Huxley predicted parts of modern culture

• Comfort vs. freedom in everyday life

• The hidden price of conformity

• Lessons for personal growth in a distracted age

📚 Brave New World by Aldous Huxley — highly recommended read.

Today I hit record without an outline—just a head-full of memories, bruises, and dusty jerseys. If you’ve ever felt the electricity of a scrum, the hush before a goal-line tackle, or the respect exchanged in the handshake after… this conversation is for you.

What you'll hear:

• The beautiful paradox of a sport that passes backward to move ahead

• Why strangers in rugby kit become family faster than you’d think

• Little moments—mud, laughter, torn tape—that stick with you long after the whistle

There’s no deep dive into stats or set-piece analysis here—just an open mic and an open heart, celebrating a game that shaped my confidence, my friendships, and my idea of community.

🎧 Pop in your earbuds, loosen the shoulders, and walk the touchline with me.

If this episode sparks a memory, drop it in the comments. And if you know someone who still wonders why we chase an odd-shaped ball, send this their way.

#ANewLens #RugbyLife #PitchSideStories #CommunitySport #MindsetMatters

This podcast is evolving — and today, I’m telling you why.

When I started Intern to Expert, it was all about leveling up: discipline, hard work, becoming better. And while that’s still part of the story… something deeper has been calling.

Growth isn’t just about grinding forward — it’s about learning to see differently.
This rebrand reflects that shift.

So starting now, this show is called A New Lens.

In this solo episode, I talk about what led to the change, what stays the same, and what this new season of the podcast will focus on: perspective, presence, and honest conversations about becoming.

If you’ve been here since the beginning — thank you.
And if you’re new… welcome to a space for slowing down, looking again, and seeing with more intention.

Let’s grow through it — together.

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📲 Follow Wild Will on Instagram → @xwildwillx
🎧 New episodes every week.

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