Wise Beyond My Years
I’m Ian Christianson, a 18-year-old entrepreneur who’s not waiting around for life to happen. I’m on a mission to build my dream lifestyle, and the best way I know how is by learning directly from the people who’ve done it—those who’ve built empires, conquered setbacks, and turned their vision into reality.
This podcast isn’t about sugarcoating success. It’s about real conversations with people who’ve faced the same struggles we all do and found a way through. It’s about taking their lessons and applying them, step by step, to our own journeys.
If you’re someone who’s ready to take control, escape the average, and start creating a life on your terms, this podcast is for you. I’m not here to inspire you; I’m here to share the playbook so we can all level up together, and build a life worth living.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 34
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Truth About Confidence & Why Social Skills Will Change Your Life
Most people think confidence is something you’re either born with or not. But in this episode, I break down why that’s completely wrong. Confidence is a skill, one built thr…
You Don’t Need Permission, You Just Need to Start
Welcome to the relaunch of Wise Beyond My Years, the podcast for ambitious creators, entrepreneurs, and young builders who refuse to settle for average.
In this kickoff episo…
The Business Almost Broke Him—Until He Realized This One Truth, Featuring Preston Johnson
I sat down with Preston Johnson, entrepreneur, risk-taker, and founder of a non-emergency medical transport company launched during the chaos of COVID.
What struck me most wa…
Habits, Hustle, and a Crazy AI Theory That Might Just Be True
In this episode, I kept things super raw and unfiltered. No script. No polish. Just me, sharing what’s on my mind about habits, discipline, and the future of business. I tal…
The One Question That Opened Every Door for Me (And Much More)
In this episode of Energized, I’m diving into the things that actually move the needle in life and business—purpose, identity, self-improvement, and how AI is flipping every…
What Fitness Did for Me (And What It Can Do for You)
In this episode of The Energized Podcast, I’m sharing something really personal—my own fitness journey. From those early, awkward days in the gym to where I am now, fitness …
Confidence, Growth & Lifelong Learning
In this episode of the Energized Podcast, I'm kicking off my new episode series The Solo Sessions series—an open, unfiltered space to share what I'm learning about business,…
The Social Media Blueprint: How to Get 10M+ Views with Remi Lemert
In this episode of The Energized Podcast, I sat down with entrepreneur Remington Lemert to break down what it really takes to grow a brand and business through social media.…
How to Stay Ahead and Creative in a World of AI with Steve Babcock
In this episode of The Energize Podcast, host Ian Christianson interviews Steve Babcock, a top creative director and former Chief Creative Officer with a track record of lea…
The Athlete's Journey to Pro with Ty Butson
In this episode of the Energized Podcast, we dive into the world of pickleball for athletes with aspiring professional player Ty Butson. Ty shares his journey from a casual …
The Secret Sauce to Building an Innovative Community with Nick Smoot
In this episode of the Energized Podcast, Ian sits down with Nick Smoot, a serial entrepreneur with a fascinating background in both nonprofits and business. Nick shares the…
The Science of Your Social Circle and How to Network with Nathalia Levterova
n this episode, Nathalia Levterova shares her inspiring journey from a confused college student to a successful entrepreneur and marketing agency owner. She discusses the im…
Why Modern Music Feels Empty (And How to Fix it) with Barry Aiken
In this conversation, Ian interviews Barry Aiken, a seasoned musician, producer and composer, who shares his journey in the music industry, from his early love for music to …
33 years of Homebuilding Advice in 20 Minutes with Todd and Zetta Stam
Todd and Zetta Stam, founders of Aspen Homes, discuss their journey of building custom homes and the challenges they faced. They emphasize the importance of creativity, qual…
Addressing the Social Issue of Homelessness and Thinking Outside of Yourself with Joshua Coombes
Joshua Coombs, founder of Do Something for Nothing, shares his journey of giving haircuts to the homeless and the impact it has had on his life and the lives of others. He s…
How to Build a Revolutionary Brand in 2024 with Sarah Woelfel
Sarah Woelfel, co-founder and partner at Cult Capital, discusses the importance of building a brand and the key elements involved. A brand is defined by the vision, mission,…
Managing Keller Williams and Real Estate Must Knows with T.J. Barnhart
In this conversation, TJ Barnhart, a former part-owner of Keller Williams Realty, shares insights and advice on selling properties and building a successful real estate team…
The Power of Spiritual Guidance: A Conversation with Senate Chaplain Barry Black
In this episode of Wise Beyond My Years, I sit down with Chaplain Barry Black, the Chaplain of the U.S. Senate. From his remarkable journey to his role in guiding some of th…
Why Most Businesses Don't Last with Jen Eckhardt
Jen Eckhardt, founder of Entrepreneurial Freedom, discusses the challenges faced by founder CEOs and the steps to transition from founder to CEO. She shares her journey of s…
How to Be a Leader Within Your Niche with Jason Wells
Jason Wells, CEO of Adventist Health, shares insights into his role as a CEO and the requirements for the position. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships, c…