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What does it take to win an Olympic medal—while navigating the mental and emotional rollercoaster of the Games?

On today’s episode, Dr. Gervais sits down with Olympic silver medalists Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes, their legendary coach Marcio Sicoli, and moderator David Belasco to go behind the curtain of Team Canada’s incredible 2024 beach volleyball run.

This is more than a sports story, it’s a masterclass in resilience, trust, and unlocking human potential under the world’s brightest spotlight. From navigating emotional turbulence to breaking routines that held them back, this conversation reveals the uncommon mindset and team culture that fueled their breakthrough.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

  • How radical honesty built trust that carried them through pressure
  • Why shared values created unshakable team alignment
  • The emotional reality of Olympic highs and lows
  • How breaking routines unlocked their best performance
  • Lessons in leadership, resilience, and culture from the Olympic stage


This rare inside look at Team Canada’s silver medal journey will inspire you to rethink what’s possible when purpose, honesty, and courage collide.

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