Don’t Hit the Panic Button with Sean Mort

Mark and Sean open this episode grappling with a shared sense of embarrassment and frustration as Americans watching the country unravel on the global stage. From international politics to how the U.S. is now perceived abroad, the conversation sets the tone for a much deeper discussion about accountability, consequences, and living with the fallout of decisions you didn’t make—but still have to carry.

From there, the episode shifts into a raw, practical conversation about creative work, algorithms, and emotional resilience. Mark opens up about a sudden spike in audience growth followed by an equally sudden drop—and why resisting the urge to panic is the hardest and most important skill a creator can learn. Together, he and Sean break down why virality often does more harm than good, how growth fractures audiences, and why trust is built slowly in the valleys, not the peaks.

They talk candidly about patterns versus projects, roadblocks versus building blocks, and the discipline required to stay the course when numbers don’t immediately reward the work. It’s an unfiltered look at creative longevity—how to keep moving forward without second-guessing yourself into burnout.

A thoughtful, honest episode about perspective, patience, and choosing long-term integrity over short-term noise.