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How Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan Mastered Pressure | George Mumford

2026-10-27

What did Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan know about performing under pressure that most people don't?

George Mumford, the legendary mindfulness and performance coach known as the “Performance Whisperer,” joins Richard Taite on We're Out of Time to share what he learned working with Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Phil Jackson, and championship teams including the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers.

George reveals the surprising advice he gave Kobe when he was trying too hard to score, what made Michael Jordan's mindset so extraordinary, and how mindfulness helped some of basketball's greatest players perform at their best.

But George's story goes far beyond sports. With more than four decades in addiction recovery, he opens up about overcoming adversity, rebuilding his life, and discovering how the same mindset that helps elite athletes succeed can help anyone navigate life's challenges.

From mental toughness and self-awareness to overcoming fear, embracing discomfort, and finding your purpose, George shares lessons that apply far beyond the basketball court.

What does it really take to perform under pressure and become the best version of yourself?

Listen now, and follow We're Out of Time for new episodes every Tuesday.

Guest: George Mumford | https://georgemumford.com/

Host: Richard Taite, Founder and Chairman of Carrara Treatment Wellness & Spa and Chairman of 1 Method Centers

Carrara Treatment: https://carraratreatment.com/

1 Method Centers: https://www.1methodcenter.com/

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2026-10-27

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This is home of the "We're Out Of Time" podcast where dives into the issues America can’t afford to ignore—from the fentanyl crisis and mental health to parenting, resilience, and hope. Hosted by addiction recovery expert Richard Taite, this podcast cuts through the noise with raw truth, real stories, and life-saving conversations. From former addicts and wellness experts to celebrities, athletes, musicians, and influencers, we ask the questions no one else will—educating, empowering, and demanding answers before it’s too late.