Whether we acknowledge it or not, there are certain behaviors and mindsets that are etched into our psyche by our fathers. And, if we cannot be aware of what they are, we lose any hope of having power over them and charting new paths for ourselves and our children.
Today, I’m joined by Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, to talk about the legacy his father left and how he is trying to break the string of mindsets that hindered, not helped. We talk about how do adapt when plans don’t work, the power of the meritocracy, how to overcome the victimhood mentality, creating powerful and healthy outlets, and the mantras that have served him well and that he wishes to instill in his children.
Nick Thompson is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Atlantic, guiding the storied publication through a major digital and business-transformation era. Under his leadership, The Atlantic has grown its subscriber base, returned to profitability, and won multiple National Magazine Awards for General Excellence — achievements that reflect Thompson’s background as a veteran technology journalist, former editor of Wired and digital head of The New Yorker’s website. His career has been defined by marrying high editorial standards with an entrepreneurial mindset, placing him at the forefront of media innovation.
Thompson’s new book, The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports, charts his journey as a runner — from marathons to ultramarathons — and his complex relationship with his father. Framed around endurance, discipline and the transformative power of sport, the memoir ties together his personal narrative, athletic breakthroughs in midlife, and a reflection on legacy and purpose.
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You’ll learn to take back control of your life — to reclaim your confidence, your clarity, and your mission as a man. This isn’t about dwelling in the past; it’s about forging a future. You’ll confront the chaos head-on, guided by men who have been there and fought their way back. If you’ve been searching for the strength to move forward — not as a victim, but as a man reborn — this is where it starts. Divorce may end a chapter, but you decide whether it’s the end of your story.
Join us for a live preview call, tomorrow night, Wednesday, November 5th at 8:00pm ET.
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