Highly Optimized

About Highly Optimized

The Highly Optimized Podcast is your backstage pass to the minds of modern-day wizards, creatives, and changemakers who’ve ditched the rulebook and designed life on their terms. I launched this show to help others (like you) break free from the boring box society tries to stuff us into—and to remind you that you’re not crazy for dreaming big. Through deep, real, and sometimes hilarious conversations, we explore the inner work, wild ideas, and bold moves that light the path of the hero’s journey. This isn’t about fitting in—it’s about tuning in and turning your life all the way up.

Publisher

Ryan Sprague

Category

health & fitness · religion & spirituality · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Feb 2020

Latest episode

2 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

159 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Jan 2026

   Ep. 159: "Looking Back To Move Ahead"

   Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is a little different I’m wrapping up 2025, looking ahead into 2026, and for this one… I didn’t bring a script No outline No bullet points No overthinking I just hit record and let it rip Because honestly, there’s been so much epic stuff unfolding in my life, in my work, and in the bigger picture that trying to package it neatly felt like the wrong move I wanted to bring you into it Not the polished version Not the highlight reel But the real-time reflections,...

2. 

   12 Dec 2025

   Ep. 158: "Grind With Gratitude" (feat. Danny McPherson & Ty Smith)

   Send us Fan Mail What’s up everyone & welcome back to another episode of the Highly Optimized podcast Today…oh man…you’re in for a treat I’m sitting down with two guys whose mission, energy & devotion to the plant immediately had me hooked the moment we met, Danny & Ty, the founders of Grind With Gratitude Now if you know anything about Highly Optimized, you know we are all about intentionality, quality, & creating experiences that elevate the human spirit. And as soon as I ex...

3. 

   28 Nov 2025

   Ep. 157: "South Shore Boys to Soul Brothers" (feat. Sean Graves)

   Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I’m joined by my brother Sean Graves, who I originally met through our mutual friend Christopher August. After linking up at High Vibe Festival this past June, we had one of those “wait…you’re from there too?!” moments, and realized we actually grew up just two towns apart. Total South Shore guys through and through 😎 Since connecting, I’ve been beyond grateful to have Sean in my life, not just because he’s a comedic genius who gets me laughing harder than...

Who has been a guest on Highly Optimized

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jaya Kaur
• Shelley DeMarco
• Jen Kalawur
• Jason Pickard
• Ben Joseph Stewart

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

32 ratings

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