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It's not about looking good, it's about being good. It's not what you say, it's what you do that matters most. It's about having the courage to step into your arena and do the work. ReliaQuest is a global leader in cybersecurity. Their focus on world-class performance continues to give them the edge to make security possible for some of the largest enterprises in the world. Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a Top 5 Podcast for Leadership and Wellness, No Show Dogs ReliaQuest Mental Performance Coach Derin McMains brings you conversations with world-class performers from some of the most visible arenas across sports and enterprises. Each episode uncovers the thoughts, habits, and strategies that fuel success—principles you can apply to leadership and business. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in professional sports as a professional athlete, baseball manager, and now mental performance coach, McMains shares practical tools and insights to help you think better to perform better in any professional or personal pursuit. No Show Dogs is powered by ReliaQuest. ReliaQuest makes security possible for some of the largest enterprises in the world, detecting and containing threats within minutes—anytime, anywhere—with its Agentic AI security operations platform, GreyMatter.

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June 10, 202652 min

Misery Is Optional: The Mindset of an Unbreakable Fighter - Tatiana Suarez, UFC Mixed Martial Artist

UFC top contender Tatiana Suarez talks about the mindset that helped her overcome extraordinary adversity to reach the top of her profession. You'll hear about her journey from being the top amateur wrestler in the U.S. and an Olympic hopeful to being diagnosed with thyroid cancer at 19. After beating cancer, she found a new path in jiu-jitsu and MMA, only to face more setbacks through major neck and knee injuries. Throughout the conversation, Suarez explains that her strength comes from refusing to stay stuck in misery: when life hits hard, she chooses to “figure it out and move on.” She also reflects on the strong women who shaped her mentality and the legacy she hopes to leave: perseverance, humility, and leading by example.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you'll also hear Tatiana discuss:Staying present in trainingManaging fear before fightsTreating every small step as an investment in the futureReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comFollow Tatiana Suarez: https://www.instagram.com/tatianasuarezufcFollow "No Show Dogs":Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

June 3, 202633 min

Battlefields and Ballfields: Leadership Lessons on Curiosity, Authenticity, and Mission Statements

ReliaQuest performance coaches Josh Cox and Derin McMains reflect on past "No Show Dogs" episodes, and discuss how those leadership lessons have shown up on battlefields and ballfields. Cox is a retired US Navy SEAL and McMains is a former professional baseball player and coach.In this episode, you'll hear them discuss:Curiosity can be a leadership advantageBuilding trust through authenticitySeparating goals and your mission statementReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comFollow No Show Dogs:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

May 27, 202651 min

Building Winners and Writing Your Next Chapter - Sherri Coale, Hall of Fame Basketball Coach and Author

Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer and former University of Oklahoma head coach Sherri Coale shares a masterclass on leadership, culture, and team performance. After leading Oklahoma for 25 seasons, multiple Big 12 championships, and three Final Four runs, Coale reflects on what actually separates the best teams from the rest.Sherri shares what it was like to jump from high school coaching to a major Division I program, how she rebuilt a struggling team through standards and character, and why private victories always come before public ones. She also opens up about retiring from coaching, discovering a new creative life as a writer, and learning how to refill her bandwidth after decades of running full speed.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you’ll also hear Sherri talk about:Stubborn belief under real pressureBeing whatever your team needs you to beWriting as a tool for clarity and meaningReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comConnect with Sherri Coale: https://www.sherricoale.com/Follow "No Show Dogs":Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

May 13, 202643 min

Conviction Beats Consensus: The Untold Origin Story of ESPN - Mike Soltys and Garrett Sutton, Authors of "Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN"

What does it take to build something iconic when almost no one believes in the idea? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Soltys and Garrett Sutton to unpack the remarkable birth story of ESPN - and the leadership lessons hidden inside it. Long before ESPN became a global sports brand, it was a risky startup built on one simple conviction: sports fans wanted more.You’ll hear how founder Bill Rasmussen turned that belief into reality despite limited resources, industry skepticism, and constant uncertainty. This conversation explores the power of conviction over consensus, the role of adaptability in seizing new opportunities, and why “intentional optimism” can be one of a leader’s greatest advantages. More than a media history lesson, this episode is a case study in entrepreneurship, resilience, and culture-building. If you’re a founder, leader, or builder trying to create something that doesn’t yet make sense to everyone else, this conversation will give you both inspiration and practical insight.ReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comDocumentary "Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN": https://tenero.tvAudiobook "Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN": https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Sports-Heaven-Birth-ESPN/dp/B0G7L9KXNT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3C8A3BWAIN4NO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.HLXRSM3_DzSgpSyiNJqOJqXxUwAoiH2sqmyOHWRomum54fZhYM05gPsQrFFKr1_6xu5hxFu2KJP5L7olREGgwtNNqPljjuOnB0Fj3ciaubw.pz7A_yFmEdAp_reg1P7pkPKby8208hr5D_STJ6vcgrA&dib_tag=se&keywords=sports+heaven+the+birth+of+espn&qid=1776876002&sprefix=the+birth+of+espn+sport%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-1Follow No Show Dogs:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

April 29, 202648 min

The One Pause That Leaders Are Too Afraid To Take - Daniel Coyle, New York Times Best Selling Author

In his new book "Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment", Daniel Coyle explores a question many high performers eventually face - "What if achievement doesn't lead to fulfillment the way we think it will?" Drawing on his work in performance, talent, and culture, Coyle argues that many people spend years chasing success only to discover that winning alone doesn't create lasting joy, connection, or meaning. Instead, he suggests we may have the map backwards. Community, relationships, and belonging are not rewards of performance, they're often the foundation of it.In this conversation with ReliaQuest mental performance coach Derin McMains, you'll also hear Coyle discuss:Flourishing requires a healthy relationship with change.Great leaders create environments, not dependency.Team chemistry is revealed in adversity.ReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comConnect with Daniel Coyle: https://danielcoyle.comhttps://x.com/danielcoylehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-coyle-32830310/Follow No Show Dogs:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogs

April 15, 202620 min

Mindset with Brian Murphy: Obstacles to Opportunity

ReliaQuest Founder and CEO Brian Murphy talks about how he reframes obstacles into opportunities so he can consistently perform under pressure. He discusses his process to make the next right decision when uncertainty is high, and how momentum is built through action rather than overthinking. He offers experience-tested insight on staying present, learning fast, and helping teams perform at a higher level.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Director of Mental Performance Derin McMains, you'll also hear Murph discuss:Doing hard things is a skill, not a personality traitReal problems are generally hid under the obvious onesDecisiveness matters more than certaintyReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comFollow No Show Dogs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsFollow No Show Dogs on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsFollow No Show Dogs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

April 1, 202648 min

The One Question That Won Olympic Gold - Ben Hunt-Davis, British Gold Medalist and Performance Consultant

Ben Hunt-Davis explains how Britain’s men’s eight transformed from an underperforming crew into Olympic champions by relentlessly filtering every decision through one question: “Will it make the boat go faster?” Instead of blindly copying others, the crew challenged assumptions, redesigned training around their own needs, and used a simple standard to cut through ego and build gold-medal winning habits.In this conversation with ReliaQuest mental performance coach Derin McMains, you'll hear Ben discuss:How hard work alone isn't enoughWorld-class teams are built on honest conversations and continuous learningPerformance rises when excuses end and ownership beginsReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comContact Ben Hunt-Davis: https://willitmaketheboatgofaster.com/Get the "Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?" Book: https://willitmaketheboatgofaster.com/book/"No Show Dogs" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogs"No Show Dogs" on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogs"No Show Dogs" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

March 25, 202630 min

Battlefields and Ballfields: Leadership Lessons on Transitions, Reflections, and Narratives

ReliaQuest performance coaches Josh Cox and Derin McMains reflect on "No Show Dogs" episodes from the last two months, and discuss how those leadership lessons discussed have shown up on battlefields and ballfields. Cox is a retired US Navy SEAL and McMains is a former professional baseball player and coach.You'll hear them discuss:How training and defined core values can speed up the transition into leadershipConducting post-performance team reflections that drive growthTelling yourself better stories can lead to better performancesReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comFollow "No Show Dogs" on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsFollow "No Show Dogs" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsFollow "No Show Dogs" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

March 18, 20261 hr 5 min

Gut Punches Make Great Leaders with Stephen Vogt - Cleveland Guardians, Manager

Adversity doesn't define you, your response does. Two-time American League Manager of the Year Stephen Vogt shares his hard-earned wisdom that business leaders can immediately relate to: how to handle failure without letting it define you, how to lead people through pressure, and how to stay grounded when results are not going your way.In this conversation with ReliaQuest mental performance coach Derin McMains, you'll also here Stephen talk about:High standards work best when paired with high supportHow asking "What's true?" cuts through the noiseWhat it means to "learn the lesson and leave the event"ReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comNo Show Dogs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogsNo Show Dogs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsNo Show Dogs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShowDogs

March 4, 202649 min

Built for Chaos: Training the Mind Like the Body with Chad McGehee - University of Wisconsin, Director of Meditation Training & Co-Founder of Inner Edge Meditation

You have the capability and you're prepared, but if pressure hijacks your attention, narrows your thinking, and makes you “lock up” when the moment matters - you're leaving food on the table. Chad McGehee shares how he’s brought mindfulness meditation training into elite contexts (Fortune 500 executives, FBI SWAT teams, NCAA coaches and student-athletes) by framing it like strength training. His training methods improve focus, composure, and decision-making. Chad is one of the rare practitioners who operates as both an in-the-arena coach and researcher. In this conversation with ReliaQuest mental performance coach Derin McMains, you'll also hear Chad talk about:Why the leader's nervous system sets the toneHow small daily reps build big time resilienceAcknowledging emotions vs. Suppressing emotionsReliaQuest exists to Make Security Possible, allowing security teams to detect and contain threats within minutes — anytime, anywhere. Our AI powered GreyMatter technology connects with customers’ existing tools and infrastructure to drive greater visibility and automation without the need to centralize data or standardize technology. Built on over a decade of experience, ReliaQuest is the only cybersecurity technology company at scale, at the enterprise, that makes the customer the platform. With over 1,000 customers worldwide and 1,200 teammates across six global operating centers, ReliaQuest delivers security outcomes for the most trusted enterprise brands in the world. Learn more at: https://www.reliaquest.comLearn more about Inner Edge Meditation: https://www.inneredgemeditation.com/Meditation Retreat for Mental Performance: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/meditation-retreat-for-mental-performance-in-sport-2026-inner-edge-meditation-14435267No Show Dogs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-show-dogsNo Show Dogs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshowdogs

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