Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Julian Mather, a former army sniper turned magician, turned successful entrepreneur and keynote speaker. In this raw and captivating episode, Julian shares the story of how he overcame a stutter, self-doubt, and career dead-ends to find clarity, purpose, and the courage to speak on stage with nothing to hide behind.

From failing school to becoming a sought-after global speaker, Julian’s journey proves that reinvention is possible at any stage of life. Whether you're feeling stuck, uninspired, or just ready for your next chapter, Julian delivers a powerful reminder that self-belief, curiosity, and the willingness to step into discomfort are the keys to real transformation.

Watch the full episode to hear how to turn failure into fuel, setbacks into breakthroughs, and why the best time to start something new is now.

About our guest:

Julian Mather has lived a life of extraordinary transitions from army sniper to globe-trotting TV cameraman with ABC and National Geographic, to YouTube magician with 30 million views, to now a professional speaker and mentor helping others find their voice. He is the founder of multiple successful online ventures including the Kids Entertainer Academy, and today he works with business leaders, educators, and professionals who want to become confident on camera and on stage. Julian's story is proof that reinvention isn't just possible it's a decision.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Episode Trailer

00:31 - Julian’s surprising YouTube success with a magic channel

01:02 - Building the first online academy for children’s entertainers

01:50 - How a single email changed the course of Julian’s life

02:37 - Filming troubled schools and the power of storytelling

03:28 - Witnessing one man stop a drug crisis with only words

04:46 - Realizing his purpose: to stand in front of people and effect change

05:15 - Lessons from filming philanthropy and trying to teach it in schools

06:24 - Why good ideas fail without a “starving crowd”

07:07 - Reinventing himself as a magician to pay the rent

07:49 - Overcoming crippling stage fright as a performer

08:17 - Julian’s journey into content creation and online business

09:13 - Discovering his niche through listening to the audience

10:01 - Finding his business soulmate and building a global brand

10:33 - Selling a business and returning to his true calling

10:53 - The truth behind Julian’s career changes — and what he was hiding from

11:24 - Why confidence doesn’t come from being perfect

11:49 - From sniper scope to stage: learning to speak without barriers

12:06 - Julian’s mission as a keynote speaker today