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The Freedom Lab Podcast

Conversations About Leading Free.

Cam Michael and Tate Unruh go deep on identity, leadership, performance, and what it actually takes to lead from freedom — not fear. Real conversations with coaches, athletes, executives, and leaders doing the work — 32-plus episodes and counting.

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Ep. 32· Aug 28, 2026 · 30 min

God’s View Of You & The Gap Between Who You Are & Who You Think You Are

A bonus solo episode using Old Testament stories to explore identity and freedom — and how self-perception differs from a bigger perspective.

Ep. 31· Aug 25, 2026 · 13 min

The One for the Leader Who Feels Like Nobody Cares As Much As Them

For leaders carrying disproportionate weight — practical frameworks for measuring real team engagement without burning out.

Ep. 30· Jul 14, 2026 · 47 min

Angelo Allegri: A Freedom the NBA Can’t Give You

An athlete’s journey through college basketball, the NBA Draft, injury, and redefining success beyond professional achievement.

Ep. 29· Jul 6, 2026 · 13 min

The One For Someone Who Is Ready To Lead, But Isn’t The Boss

Practical guidance for emerging leaders working to lead well from outside a formal position of authority.

Ep. 28· Jun 11, 2026 · 33 min

Leadership Environments High Performers Won’t Stay In

A keynote presentation exploring how leadership environments either attract or repel top talent.

What It’s About

Built on the Same Framework as Everything Else We Do.

For Athletes & Coaches

Performing Under Pressure

Conversations with D1 and pro athletes, and the coaches who lead them, on competing and coaching from identity instead of fear.

For Executives & Founders

Leading Without Losing Yourself

Real talk with business owners and executives on building something real without running on anxiety underneath it.

Solo Teaching Episodes

The Framework, Direct From Tate & Cam

Shorter solo episodes breaking down the identity-based framework behind everything Freedom Lab does — practical, not theoretical.

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Podcast FAQ

What is The Freedom Lab Podcast about?+

Cam Michael and Tate Unruh go deep on identity, leadership, performance, and what it actually takes to lead from freedom, not fear — real conversations with coaches, athletes, executives, and leaders doing the work.

Where can I listen to The Freedom Lab Podcast?+

The Freedom Lab Podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, where it’s currently rated 5.0 stars.

Who hosts The Freedom Lab Podcast?+

Tate Unruh and Cam Michael, co-founders of The Freedom Lab, host every episode — sometimes solo, sometimes joined by guests from sports, business, and leadership.

How often are new episodes released?+

New episodes are released regularly, mixing shorter solo teaching episodes with longer guest conversations.

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