Bending Over Backwards
What does it take to bend over backwards and change the game—whether in medicine, business, or life? Dr. James Adkins has spent over 27 years doing just that, breaking barriers in spine care and beyond. Now, he’s pulling back the curtain to bring you bold, no-holds-barred conversations with visionaries, risk-takers, and trailblazers from all walks of life. From life-changing breakthroughs to unfiltered stories of success and struggle, this podcast will leave you stretched, inspired, and standing taller than ever. Get ready to discover how bending over backwards can change everything.
Bending Over Backwards
Ep. 21 – From Dishwasher to World-Class Chef: The Truth About Food & Business | Mark Tarbell
In this episode, James talks with chef and restaurant owner Mark Tarbell.
They go deep into Mark’s life—from washing dishes as a teen to running one of Arizona’s best restaurants.
You’ll hear stories about:
→ Cooking in Europe and working in famous kitchens
→ Living with back pain after a bad car accident
→ Why he cooks with real food and avoids seed oils
→ How he stays focused with ADHD
→ What it takes to run a restaurant for over 25 years
→ Why movement, sleep, and family come before business
Mark also shares the 4 words he uses to guide his life—and how he built a career without giving up what matters most.