Ep 262 - Jesse Elder | The Action Philosopher

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Elder—unschooled Austin native, former MMA fighter, martial arts empire builder, and self-described action philosopher—for an exploration of his unconventional path. From a childhood shaped by radical trust and self-directed learning, to building and selling multiple martial arts schools, navigating divorce, and reinventing himself as a strategic advisor, Jesse shares the pivotal experiences that shaped his worldview. We explore his philosophy of living without guilt or fear, the importance of curiosity and breaking patterns, and what it means to embody authenticity while blending deep thought with inspired action. Time Stamps (00:00) Episode Teaser (00:37) Opening Conversation (04:55) Jesse Elder's Background and Philosophy (06:17) The Power of Technology and Connection (08:09) Jesse's Unique Upbringing (14:35) Self-Directed Learning and Personal Passions (20:09) Selling the Martial Arts Empire (23:11) Life After Divorce and Reinvention (33:18) The Impact of Pornography and Personal Growth (42:27) What is The Action Philosopher? (47:18) Reflecting on Aggression and Philosophy (47:59) Meeting Heroes and Facing Disappointment (53:24) Exploring the Nature of Reality (58:13) Facing Mortality and Extending Life (01:07:05) Near-Death Experiences and Life Lessons (01:28:27) The Authenticity Apocalypse (01:30:55) Final Thoughts Guest Links https://jesseelder.com/  https://www.instagram.com/thetimepiercer/  https://www.facebook.com/jesseelderlive  Connect with Us Watch Joel’s Presentation: “Myths to Awaken the Soul” Join our membership Friends of the Truth Subscribe to Here for the Truth Fridays Take the Real AF Test Now Discover Your Truth Seeker Archetype Watch all our episodes Connect with us on Telegram Access all our links