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John O'Leary

Expected to die. Now teaching others how to truly live.

In 1987, John O’Leary was a curious nine-year-old boy. Playing with fire and gasoline, he created a massive explosion and was burned on 100% of his body. He was given less than a 1% chance to live.

This epic story was first showcased in his parents' book Overwhelming Odds. It was this book that invited John to embrace his miraculous recovery and share it with the world.

Today, he inspires thousands of people at events each year. Consistently described as “the best speaker we’ve ever had,” his emotional storytelling, unexpected humor and authenticity make each presentation unforgettable.

John is a 2-time bestselling author of On Fire and In Awe. His award-winning Live Inspired Podcast has more than 7 million downloads and enjoys world-class guests. And his story is the subject of the upcoming major motion picture SOUL ON FIRE which will be released nationwide on October 10, 2025.

John is a proud husband and father of four.

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Willow Weston: Healing Your Hurt (ep. 874)

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Willow Weston: Healing Your Hurt (ep. 874)

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The Brightest Lives are Rarely the Loudest (Monday Moment ep. 873)

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Claude M. Steele: The Tension That Divides Us and How to Overcome It (ep. 872)

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Claude M. Steele: The Tension That Divides Us and How to Overcome It (ep. 872)

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Another Walk with Nurse Roy (Monday Moment ep. 871)

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Piera Gelardi: Creativity, Connection, and Joy Through Everyday Moments of Play (ep. 870)

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Piera Gelardi: Creativity, Connection, and Joy Through Everyday Moments of Play (ep. 870)

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More Than a Haircut (Monday Moment ep. 869)

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Demond Martin: Philanthropist, Investor and Author of Friends of the Good (ep. 868)

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Demond Martin: Philanthropist, Investor and Author of Friends of the Good (ep. 868)

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Don't Wait for Your Last Day (Monday Moment ep. 867)

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Erik Weihenmayer: World Renowned Blind Adventurer (ep. 866)

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Erik Weihenmayer: World Renowned Blind Adventurer (ep. 866)

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One Simple Word (Monday Moment ep. 865)

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Masami Sato: Founder of B1G1, a Global Movement of Giving (ep. 864)

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Masami Sato: Founder of B1G1, a Global Movement of Giving (ep. 864)

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A Decade of ON FIRE (Monday Moment ep. 863)

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Chris Seilkop: 4x Paralympian Volleyball Player (ep. 862)

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Chris Seilkop: 4x Paralympian Volleyball Player (ep. 862)

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Climbing the Ladder of Success...But Is It the Right Wall? (Monday Moment ep. 861)

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Student to Student Leaders on Breaking Stereotypes Through Conversation (ep. 860)

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Student to Student Leaders on Breaking Stereotypes Through Conversation (ep. 860)

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The Gift of Losing My Voice (Monday Moment ep. 859)

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Mary DeMuth: Restory Your Life (ep. 858)

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Mary DeMuth: Restory Your Life (ep. 858)

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The Radical Act of Coming Back (Monday Moment ep. 857)

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Candace Lightner: Founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving and We Save Lives (ep. 856)

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Candace Lightner: Founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving and We Save Lives (ep. 856)

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What Can We Gain From Unconditional Love? (Monday Moment ep. 855)

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Rudy Ruettiger: The Legendary Underdog Behind the Film RUDY (ep. 854)

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Rudy Ruettiger: The Legendary Underdog Behind the Film RUDY (ep. 854)

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The Arrogant Man on the Plane (Monday Moment ep. 853)

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Andrew Zimmern: Award-Winning Chef and Author (ep. 852)

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Andrew Zimmern: Award-Winning Chef and Author (ep. 852)

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A Life That Lifts Others (Monday Moment ep. 851)

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Robert Paylor: Paralyzed to Powerful (ep. 850)

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Robert Paylor: Paralyzed to Powerful (ep. 850)

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Wiping Away Our Scars (Monday Moment ep. 849)

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Harold Dennis Jr.: Survivor of Carrollton Bus Crash

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Harold Dennis Jr.: Survivor of Carrollton Bus Crash (ep. 848)

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The Power of Quiet Strength (Monday Moment ep. 847)

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Father Joe Detwiler: What's Possible With Hope (ep. 846)

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Father Joe Detwiler: What's Possible With Hope (ep. 846)

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Background Noise or a Life Fully Lived? (Monday Moment ep. 845)

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Aaron Golub: First Legally Blind Division 1 Athlete (ep. 844)

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Aaron Golub: First Legally Blind Division 1 Athlete (ep. 844)

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Are You a Turkey Person? (Monday Moment ep. 843)

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Lessons in Trust and Leadership with Retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Jason O. Harris (ep. 842)

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Lessons in Trust and Leadership with Retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Jason O. Harris (ep. 842)

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Inspiring at Scale (Monday Moment ep. 841)

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Colleen Costigan, Co-Founder of BEAM Kenya (ep. 840)

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Colleen Costigan, Co-Founder of BEAM Kenya (ep. 840)

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A Tradition That Anchors Our Christmas (Monday Moment ep. 839)

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Dave Sanderson from the Miracle on the Hudson (ep. 838)

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Dave Sanderson from the Miracle on the Hudson (ep. 838)

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The Greatest Title I'll Ever Hold (Monday Moment ep. 837)

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4x Paralympic Gold Medalist Josh Pauls (ep. 836)

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4x Paralympic Gold Medalist Josh Pauls (ep. 836)

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What a Year of Joy, Loss and Love Taught Me (Monday Moment ep. 835)

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