The New Rules Podcast
Episodes
E111: Magic, Identity, and the search for meaning
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the rise of astrology, "manifestation," and modern spirituality isn't random… but a response to something deeper? In this episode, we dive...
E110: THE SCALPEL: ASK YOURSELF WHY
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why are you really doing what you're doing? Most people can explain what they do. Some can explain how they do it. Almost nobody can explain their rea...
E109: THE UNBECOMING: METHOD ACTING 101
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're living in a pivotal time. In a world that rewards performance, platforms, personas, and amplifies approval, it's easy to slowly drift away from ...
E108: FROZEN WATER: THE IDENTITY PARADOX
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Our whole lives we've been told two competing messages: be unique, but also fit in; be original, but make sure you're accepted. So which is it? In thi...
E107: Magnum Opus: The Art of Becoming One of One
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel like the world is shifting faster than you can process… If you're exhausted from performing… If you know there's something deeper in y...
E106: Think About Your Life Before It Thinks for You
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're heading into change, feeling the weight of decision-making, or wanting to lead yourself more intentionally, this episode will help you slow ...
E105: The Most Underrated Tool for Growth: Reflection
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're diving into a skill most people skip but everyone needs: reflection. Not the "wow, that happened" kind. The kind that turns your past...
E104: Holiday Q&A - Navigating Family and Old Dynamics
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're bringing you a special Holiday Q&A Episode, featuring real questions from our listeners about navigating family, old patterns, and em...
E103: Belief Is a Skill: How to Build It, Test It, and Live It
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri dive into one of the most overlooked forces shaping our lives: belief. Not blind optimism. No...
E102: Becoming 1 of 1: The Battle to Be Who You're Designed to Be
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri unpack the truth behind one of the most overused ideas in culture: being "one of one." Everyo...
E101: Mark Sayers on Faith, Fragility, and the Future We Can't Predict
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri sit down with one of their favorite thinkers, Mark Sayers, pastor of Red Church in Melbourne ...
E100: What We've Learned in 100 episodes
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
MAJOR MILESTONE: 100 EPISODES Today, Bri and Adrian reflect on how the show started, the doubts they had, the lessons learned along the way, and the g...
E99: The Future Belongs to the Brave: Vince Hunt on AI & the Human Story
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri sit down with innovator, creator, and futurist, Vince Hunt, to talk about AI and the future o...
E98: Why Authenticity Scares Us More Than Faking It
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Adrian and Bri dig into one of the most powerful but misunderstood concepts in our culture: authenticity. We...
E97: America's Broken Idea of Freedom: Charlie Kirk, Faith, Politics & Power
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The New Rules Podcast, Bri and Adrian dive into the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk and wrestle with one of America'...
E96: Being a Business Owner While Battling Suicide
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this raw episode, Bri and Adrian take an honest look at what the last few months have been like. From internal battles with fear and shame to exter...
E95: Asking My Boss Anything: Adrian in the Hot Seat
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the New Rules Podcast, we flipped the script. Our incredible producer Lauren stepped in front of the mic with full permission to ask Adri...
E94: Why You Need Doubt to Succeed
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We often hear, "Don't doubt yourself. Be confident." But what if self-doubt isn't always the enemy? What if it's a tool that, when used wisely, can ac...
E93: From Overstimulation to Wisdom: The Lost Art of Thinking
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world overflowing with hot takes, trending reels, and endless scrolling, are you actually thinking for yourself or just reacting to what the algo...
E92: When Your Calling Affects Your Kids: A Conversation With My Daughters
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode takes a deeply personal turn. Adrian sits down with his daughters for a raw and reflective conversation about what it's really lik...
E91: Radical Honesty in a World Obsessed with Performance
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an era where performance is currency and platforms reward polished personas, how do we return to what's real? In this episode of The New Rules Podc...
E90: Lessons We Wish We Knew Earlier with Tyler Burns & Du'Bois A'Keen
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The New Rules Podcast, recorded live at the Black Leadership Summit, Adrian and Bri are joined by two respected voices in ...
E89: Solving Problems Is the New Creativity
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where creativity is reserved for artists and leadership is reserved for extroverts, this episode challenges both assumptions. Adrian and Br...
E88: Glass House Leadership in a Divided America
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're confronting the reality of modern leadership in a politically divided, hyper-visible world. From the ICE raids in California to increasing polar...
E87: You Don't Need to Be Loud to Lead
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a culture that equates influence with volume and leadership with visibility, this episode flips the script. Adrian Crawford unpacks a different kin...
E86: The Rules Are Changing: AI, Calling & Leadership
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when artificial intelligence changes the rules—and you don't? In this episode, we explore how AI is redefining work, leadership, and pu...
E85: Leadership on the Line: Marty Linsky on the New Rules Podcast
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by our first-ever guest, the legendary Marty Linsky, co-author of Leadership on the Line, one of the most important leadership book...
E84: This Era Demands Different Leaders. Are You One?
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world obsessed with instant success and digital applause, Episode 84 of The New Rules Podcast goes deeper. Adrian Crawford and Brianna Clark retu...
E83: Building Weight in a Shallow World
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an age obsessed with visibility, applause, and platform, this episode of The New Rules Podcast confronts a hard but necessary truth: real leadershi...
E82: Pressure, Panic & Precision: Why Great Leaders Are Fast & Clear
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership is changing—and the leaders who thrive in today's fast-paced world are the ones who can make quick, confident decisions under pressure. I...
E81: Find the Yes – NIL & Navigating Change When the Rules Keep Shifting
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world filled with uncertainty, leadership isn't about waiting for clarity—it's about finding the next "yes" in the midst of chaos. In this epis...
E80: Building a Life That Holds the Weight of Your Calling
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the reason you're stuck isn't because of your vision—but because of your systems? In this episode we break down the hidden wiring of your li...
E79: Our Story is Proof That Delays Aren't Denials || New Rules Podcast
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the delay isn't a denial—but part of your preparation? We all hit moments where it feels like nothing is happening—where all the work, eff...
E78: Want More From Life? It's Time to Grow Up
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🔥 Is ambition a gift—or a dangerous trap? We live in a culture that either glorifies the grind or demonizes ambition. But the truth is, ambition ...
E77: AI Boyfriends & Purpose: What Are We Actually Searching For?
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🔥 What if your greatest purpose is hiding in your deepest pain? Most people think of purpose as something they find—but what if it's something yo...
E76: The Truth About Culture: Why Most Leaders Get It Wrong
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🔥 What if culture isn't what you say—it's what you tolerate? 🎙️ Culture isn't just a corporate buzzword—it's the invisible force shaping e...
E75: Rewriting Time: Part 2 – Breaking Patterns to Create a New Future
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the past isn't behind you—it's within you? 🎙️ Your choices today shape more than just your life—they create ripple effects for genera...
E75: Rewriting Time: Part 1 – Understanding the Patterns of Your Past
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the past isn't behind you—it's within you?" In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Adrian and Bri explore how time isn't linear; it's ...
E74: The Fear of Authenticity and How to Overcome It
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Authenticity is a word we hear all the time, but what does it actually mean to live it out? In this episode, Adrian and Bri dive deep into the reality...
E73: Brick by Brick: The Power of Faithfulness
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Car Chronicles! Today, we're taking you on a drive—literally. These are the kinds of conversations we usually have on the road, but this ...
E72: How New Rules Began: The Hidden Rules We Follow and Why They Need Disruption
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're kicking off the New Year by diving into the story behind New Rules—how it all began, the moments that shaped its vision, and the purpose drivi...
E71: 2024 Reflection: Authenticity is Hard
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership is a weight that many carry, but few truly understand. In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges, tensions, and motivations that sh...
E70: Confidence Won't Fix Your Self-Worth
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your confidence shines in one area, but deep down, you struggle to believe in your worth? In this episode, Bri and Adrian explore th...
E69: Leadership and Parenting: Do Either Ever Get Easier?
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a candid, freestyle conversation where we dig deep into the complexities of life, leadership, and everything in between. From the uniq...
E68: How Process Attachment Holds Back Innovation
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your attachment to the process holding you back? In this episode, we dive into Process Attachment Disorder—the unhealthy dependence on establishe...
E67: Why Success Feels Empty: The Real Meaning of Fulfillment
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you chasing goals that feel just out of reach? In our first-ever live episode, Adrian and Bri tackle the concept of Chasing Smoke—the relentless...
E66: How Transformational Leaders Leave a Lasting Legacy
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a leader who simply manages tasks, or are you someone who transforms lives? In this episode, Bri and Adrian dive into the critical difference ...
E65: Why Great Leaders Don't Take Criticism Personally
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been paralyzed by a piece of criticism, feeling like it cut deeper than just your work—like it was an attack on who you are? What if y...
E64: The Feedback You Need (Even If You Don't Want It)
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you handle feedback that hits you hard? In this episode, Adrian and Bri dive into the art of receiving feedback—even when it's not given in t...
E63: Building a Winning Team: Leadership Lessons from Florida State
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a team full of potential crashes under the weight of expectations? Florida State Football was supposed to dominate this season, but ...
E62: Feeling Stuck? How Discipline and Self-Awareness Can Help You Break Free
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you take a hard look at reality? How do we truly assess where we are, what we're capable of, and where we should be going? In this e...
E61: Power Struggles: Tyreek Hill, Cops, and Dealing with Authority
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what happens when power meets fear? 🤔 This week on the New Rules Podcast, we're diving into the Tyreek Hill controversy to e...
E60: Why Critics May Be Your Best Allies (Or Worst Enemies) || New Rules Podcast
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when creators meet critics? Are they truly at odds, or do they share more common ground than we think? We explore the complexities of the...
E59: From Extremes to Balance: Practical Tips for a Polarized World
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when we live in a world of extremes? How do these polarizing forces shape our beliefs, influence our consumption, and affect our relation...
E58: Team USA's Gold Medal Secrets: The Winning Edge Uncovered
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What made Team USA's Men's Basketball team so successful in securing the gold medal? Was it just pure talent, or was there something more profound at ...
E57: Gossip Detox: Addressing Conflict and Fostering Authentic Connections
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the complexities and intricacies of team dynamics. Discover the art of managing gossip, effectively addressing conflicts...
E56: Leadership in Crisis: Trump, Biden, and the Need for Peaceful Disruption
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the latest episode of New Rules Podcast hosted with Bri and Adrian. This episode offers an insightful exploration of the current state of le...
E55: Potential Isn't Sexy: Stop Dreaming, Start Doing
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're getting into the captivating yet often paralyzing world of potential. What holds us back from turning our dreams into reality? Why do so many of...
E54: Building Resilient Teams: The True Cost of Leadership
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're exploring the often overlooked realities of leadership. What does it truly cost to lead and inspire growth within your team? Leadership i...
E53: Fearless Leadership: Navigating Hard Decisions and Potential Failures
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the real dynamics between leading and being led? We're talking about the essential but often difficult aspects of leadership and the necessit...
E52: How to Manage the Tension
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life comes and goes, seasons of leadership come and go. Bri and Adrian share their personal insights and experiences navigating the varied phases ...
E51: How to Heal: Do You Want to be Made Well?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered about the real impact of therapy on mental health? Or mental health on leadership capacity? This week, our hosts open up about ...
E50: The Authenticity Gap: Are You Living a Lie?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can't be good at everything. Even the most successful people face challenges when stepping out of their areas of expertise. In this episode, we de...
E49: The Backstory: Drake, Kendrick, and Sex Robots?
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard of the growing animosity between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. And likely Will Smith slapping Christ Rock. And maybe even sex robots...
E48: Eyes Wide Shut: The Hidden Cost of Decisions
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are your eyes wide shut to the cost of the decisions you make? As a leader, every choice you make comes with its own set of losses, gains, and sacrifi...
E47: Trust the Process: The Art of Empowerment
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you hoard power or do you give it away to empower the ones around you? As a leader, your journey of growth and empowerment isn't just about pe...
E46: Before It's Too Late: Untold Stories and Unasked Questions
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had questions you wished you could ask someone before it's too late? This week Bri does just that, as Adrian is in the hot seat! Joi...
E45: I Don't Wanna Grow Up: Confronting Responsibility in Todays Culture
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever look around and wonder where did all the adults go? In this week's episode, Adrian and Bri discuss the nature of leadership and what it m...
E43: Value Violation: How to Address Culture Slippage
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does the wake of your leadership make people better? If the answer is yes, it's likely you've had to undergo heavy weight that has required sacrifi...
E43: Decoding Your Decisions: Do you have a Decision Making Framework?
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Decisions are what drives our life in any direction, whether positive or negative. We are often taught to 'make better decisions' in life, health, ...
E42 | Projection Leadership: Are You Practicing What You Preach?
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'Values' are terms given to define the principles that we embody in our personal and professional lives. However, many times we are unclear in ou...
E41: Projection Leadership | What Shadow Are You Casting On Others?
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we hear the term projection, we often attribute it to how others dump their emotions in an unhealthy way. What if we could 'project' positive ...
E40: Lead or Get Left Behind: How to be a High-Performer
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the fast-paced world we find ourselves in, we are constantly pressured to perform at a higher level. However, as authentic individuals, we know ...
E39: Valentines Special: How to NOT BE the Toxic One
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships are the cornerstone of the human experience. Whether positive or negative, they can alter how we live our lives, view the world, and eve...
E38: MLK, Diversity & Systemic Racism
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unity is not formed for the sake of unity. When we move forward, we must move with a purpose. To kick off Black History Month, we're recognizing not...
E37: Leadership Is Lonely | Human Connection, Elon Musk, & Lessons From My Father
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are YOU lonely? In a society built for fast-paced communication, with tools to link people together from all over the world, we still find ourselves f...
E36: PART 2: Rick Rubin & Bringing Dignity Back to Work
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our work should be art - a reflection of our authentic selves. In the last episode, we examined why our work should be deeper than a 'necessary evil.'...
E35: Rick Rubin & Bringing Dignity Back To Work
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let our work be a masterpiece, a reflection of our passion and commitment. Embrace the canvas of your life, where your 'art' is a manifestation of ...
E34: New Year Same You? How to Set Realistic Goals for the New Year
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will 2024 be a New Year, New You? Welcome to Episode 34 of the New Rules Podcast, where we delve into the intricacies of authentic development an...
E33: Pace Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself: Maintaining Leadership to Avoid Burnout
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the realm of leadership, there's a profound beauty in understanding the fuel behind your passions and values. It goes beyond mere goal-setting, ser...
E32: Friendship, Presence & Mindful Discipline
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In order to take your emotional health and self-awareness journey seriously, you must be willing to let other things go. As authentic leadership co...
E31: The Problem with Life Hacks & The Need for Wisdom
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have witnessed a notable shift towards an aversion to pain at both the individual and societal levels. In our quest for comfort and security, ...
E30: Power Hidden In Pain | Kobe Bryant & A Mothers Presence
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do tough times shape us? Do challenges in our lives affect us for the better or for the worse? In Episode 30 of the New Rules Podcast, we discus...
E29: New Rules: Leading through Crisis & Resilience as a Gift
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is resilience a gift or a curse? We must first define what it truly means to be resilient and identify the ways that culture has misrepresented w...
E28: Loneliness of Leadership, Elon Musk & Emotional Marks
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just as an ordinary 'signature' serves as a distinctive mark of an individual's name on an item, situation, or event, our lives also leave unique "emo...
E27: Triggers, False Expectations, & Living a Deceived Life
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The audio for this episode contains conversations related to sensitive mental and emotional health issues, including suicide. ---- "Triggered" is qui...
E26: Where Are You Now? | Somatic Therapy, Emotional Triggers, & How To Avoid Explosive Behavior
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the midst of war, an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) is strategically placed to cause physical harm toward an enemy. In the same way, our traumat...
E25: Owning Your Story | Childhood, Pain & Suffering, & Emotional Health
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know where you come from? Where are you at? Where are you going? These three questions may seem simple, but they are perhaps the most vital ...
E24: Defining Authenticity, Leadership Through Crisis, & Managing Tension
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been given the promise of hope - for a better life, an answer to our grievances, and an ease on our societal pressures. In the last episode,...
E23: Hope I Can Believe In | Radical Individualism, Hopelessness, & The Audacity of Leadership
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hope is not just a buzzword, it's a vital principle necessary for human flourishing. Without it, societies could not progress, individuals could not...
E22: Freestyle | Gen-Z, Mental Health, & Personal Growth
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 22 of the New Rules Podcast, Adrian & Bri break from the ordinary rhythm of the podcast with another "freestyle" episode! In this episod...
E21: Access Points: Evaluating the Input Into Your Life
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Information is coming at us from all sides. Consuming information these days can be compared to trying to drink water from a fire hydrant. Access...
E20: Ownership Driven Mindset
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many times, we assume that we must be a corporate leader, owner, or in a position of power in order to claim 'ownership' over our meaningful work. ...
E19: One of One
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to separate ourselves from the pack, but how do we define what makes us different from the rest? In Episode 19 of The New Rules Podca...
Welcome To The New Rules Podcast
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
E1: The Atmosphere of Anxiety
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this re-release of Episode 1 of the New Rules Podcast, Adrian gives a breakdown on "The Atmosphere of Anxiety" - citing personal experiences and pr...
E18: Freestyle | Living Between Barbie & Oppenheimer
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" will hit theaters worldwide - stuck between fantasy and death & destruction -casting two separate perspectives o...
E17: Origin Story | How Our Past Effects Our Present
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all strive for heroism in our daily lives - but do you know how your origin story shaped your character up to this point? If not, you may risk beco...
E16: The New Era of Leadership: Paving the Way Forward
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a rapidly changing world, will you be a leader who forges a new path or the one who clings to the outdated ways of the past? Join us in Episode 16 ...
E15: The Pursuit of Wonder
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you lost your sense of wonder? There are benefits of living with wonder, not only in our personal lives but also in the professional world. Adr...