All Episodes

Champion Minutes

Aug 15, 2025

In this episode of Chris Beane gets real about failure—and why it’s the clearest sign that you’re actually on the right path. Using the powerful metaphor of the comfort zone as life’s “snooze button,” Chris challenges you to stop playing it safe and start embracing the struggles, setbacks, and stumbles that come with real growth. Failure isn’t the end. It’s feedback. It’s proof that you’re stretching, evolving, and moving forward. In this raw and motivating conversation, Chris breaks down how to reframe failure, why success is built on more losses than wins, and how to keep rising every time life knocks you down. If you’ve been playing small, avoiding risk, or letting fear of failure hold you back, this episode will give you the mindset shift you need to fail forward with courage and purpose.

The Prestigious Initiative

Aug 13, 2025

In this episode of The Prestigious Initiative, we dive into Steven Puri’s remarkable journey from Hollywood visual effects and studio exec to tech founder dedicated to transforming how people work. Discover why “Sukha”—a Sanskrit word meaning happiness through self-fulfillment—is more than just an app; it’s a catalyst for happier, healthier productivity. We’ll explore how Steven blends cinematic discipline with mindfulness to help remote professionals find flow, creativity, and clarity in a fragmented world.

Champion Minutes

Aug 8, 2025

Lately, I’ve been questioning the idea that “you are not your thoughts.” In today’s video, I dive into the three layers of our mind: the conscious mind (the always-active thinker), the subconscious mind (where our habits, beliefs, and automatic responses reside), and introduce the self-mind—the true observer that sits between the two. In This Video, You’ll Learn: • How the conscious mind continuously analyzes and reacts, often without our full control. • The role of the subconscious in shaping our habits, beliefs, and basic programming. • What I call the self-mind—the inner observer that decides which thoughts truly define us. • How understanding these layers can empower you to reclaim control over your identity. • A challenge to question your thoughts and choose who you want to be.

The Prestigious Initiative

Aug 6, 2025

In this enlightening episode of The Prestigious Initiative Podcast, host Chris Beane engages in a profound conversation with Kute Blackson, a transformational speaker and best-selling author of "You.Are.The.One." and "The Magic of Surrender." Recognized by Inc Magazine as the "Mindfulness guru that billionaires go to for advice," Kute shares his unique insights on the power of surrender and how letting go can lead to true freedom and fulfillment. Drawing from his multicultural upbringing and extensive experience in personal development, Kute offers practical wisdom to help you move past self-imposed barriers and discover the possibilities that lie on the other side of surrender.

Champion Minutes

Jul 31, 2025

Lately, I’ve been pondering a question: Why are so many of the great thinkers from history, and where are the great thinkers today? In this video, I share my ideas on how our modern lifestyle—bombarded by constant information, endless scrolling, and the lure of quick amusement—can hinder deep, creative thinking. I compare the rich, reflective past of ancient thinkers (who gazed at the stars and wrote in books) to our present-day habit of chasing dopamine hits from our screens. And I challenge you to put your phone down, take a moment to think, and reclaim your capacity for deep thought. In This Video, You’ll Discover: • The contrast between ancient amusement (deep pondering) and today’s superficial distractions. • How constant connectivity and the rise of AI may be limiting our creative potential. • Why “amusement” today often means not thinking at all—and why that matters. • A personal challenge: carve out time to sit quietly, reflect, and let your own great ideas shine.

The Prestigious Initiative

Jul 30, 2025

In this episode of The Prestigious Initiative Podcast, host Chris Beane sits down with Ken Mack—a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist with decades of experience helping entrepreneurs break free from the daily grind. Ken reveals his proven strategies for achieving time and financial freedom through optimizing business systems, so you can work on your life rather than in your business. Learn how to generate more income, streamline operations, and reclaim your most valuable asset: time. Whether you’re a startup founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation will empower you to focus on lifestyle, health, wellness, and fitness while building sustainable wealth.

The Prestigious Initiative

Jul 23, 2025

In this episode of The Prestigious Initiative Podcast, host Chris Beane sits down with Steve Selengut, a seasoned investment manager with over four decades of experience. Steve shares his insights on achieving income independence, the pitfalls of traditional retirement strategies, and the principles outlined in his book, Retirement Money Secrets. Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on generating consistent income, minimizing financial risks, and making informed investment decisions. Tune in to learn how to secure your financial future with expert advice from The Income Coach himself.