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Life's a Fight
Life's a Fight is a metaphor for life. It's a mindset and philosophy that shapes how you approach the challenges in front of you. This is a low-key, down-to-earth podcast about the ups and downs of life. We're talking everyday challenges and the big ones, too. Using my life and experiences as the backbone—Spanish teacher turned UFC fighter, now a professional speaker with a wife and kids—you'll hear stories, lessons and strategies to help you keep going when you don't think you can. If you're…
Episodes
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 894 - Stillness is the Key 9
Life is built on relationships. Some we choose, some we don't. Either way, we interact with others on a daily basis, and those interactions add meaning to our…
Life's a FightAMXtalks 261 - Keith Jardine, UFC Fighter/Actor/Entrepreneur
Against a bustling background at the Spartan Podfest, two former UFC fighters talk combat, coffee and more. "The Dean of Mean" Keith Jardine made a difficult…
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AMXkids 76 - A Green Place to Be
Come take a ride through Central Park in New York City. On today's show, we learn about the history of the 1st large public park in America, and I reminisce…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 893 - Stillness is the Key 8
There really is beauty all around us, we just need to stop and take a look. Couple that with the idea that there is something at work bigger than us, and you…
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AMXbooks 892 - Stillness is the Key 7
Dang, this book is a great read! Today, we're talking Desire and Enough. Beware of your want...for both desire and more! For more w/ The Spaniard: Subscribe to…
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AMXbooks 891 - Stillness is the Key 6
We start talking about the second domain today, the Spirit. Today's episode includes one of my favorite quotes from the book (it has to do w/ virtue). Enjoy!…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 890 - Stillness is the Key 5
Today, we're talking ego, confidence and letting go (and I may or may not do some karaoke...Let it gooooooo, Let it gooooooo...). For more w/ The Spaniard…
- Life's a Fight
AMXtalks 260 - Lonnie Mayne, Creator of Red Shoes Living
The (wait for it) Mayne word of this episode has got to be "connection." You'll hear it in the easy communication between Spanny and his guest Lonnie Mayne as…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 889 - Stillness is the Key 4
We explore three more steps to creating "stillness" in your life on today's episode: journaling, cultivating silence and seeking wisdom. Get this book, folks!…
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AMXbooks 888 - Stillness is the Key 3
Who pops up in this book?!? Mister Rogers, that's who! (A whole slew of other successful people do too, by the way) On today's who, we take a look at slowing…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 75 - What Makes a Hero
Boy, I love talking heroes! Today's book is an intergalactic journey w/ some of our favorite Marvel Superheroes, as they share their insights and learnings on…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 887 - Stillness is the Key 2
Today's lesson is on presence (as in not in la-la land) and limiting what you take in (via your noggin). For more w/ The Spaniard: Subscribe to The Spaniard…
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AMXbooks 886 - Stillness is the Key 1
I'm learning more and more that books come to you at the right time. Ryan Holiday's new book is an exploration of the elusive peace and stillness that many of…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 885 - Natural Born Heroes 15
We finish Natural Born Heroes with a reflective look at how we prepare (or don't prepare) ourselves w/ the myriad of choices and paths life gives us…
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AMXbooks 884 - Natural Born Heroes 14
This is a really fun and interesting episode about the fitness industry in the U.S. and how being "fit" has transformed in the last 40 years. For more w/ The…
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AMXtalks 259 - Michael Spradlin, Author of Action-Packed Kids' Books & More
Welcome to the book-nerdiest episode yet! (In the best possible way) Spanny loves the the Medal of Honor series of middle-grade nonfiction, so he reached out…
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AMXbooks 883 - Natural Born Heroes 13
The importance of timing and resourcefulness cannot be understated. Enjoy today's take on these two aspects of humans and life. For more w/ The Spaniard…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 74 - Tomorrow I'll Be Brave
This picture book is an exploration of 7 traits that can help you live a full and abundant life: adventurous, strong, smart, curious, creative, confident and…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 882 - Natural Born Heroes 12
A really interesting aspect of this book I didn't expect to learn was glimpses of strategy on the battlefield. Today, we take a look at an element of Hitler's…
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AMXbooks 881 - Natural Born Heroes 11
On today's show, we cover some dark spots in history, as well as the resourcefulness and nutritional optimization of the Cretans. For more w/ The Spaniard…
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AMXbooks 880 - Natural Born Heroes 10
We finish up our take on xenía, while touching on two new themes for the day as they relate to human potential: simplicity and thinking outside the box. For…
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AMXbooks 879 - Natural Born Heroes 9
Greek heroes, lifelong learning and curiosity all tied into one?!? Is it true??? Yes, it is. And it's on today's show. We also get into one of my favorite…
- Life's a Fight
AMXtalks 258 - Chick & Betty Brenneman, The Spaniard's Grandparents
This episode was a long time coming in a number of ways. For a good while, The Spaniard has been meaning to record with his grandparents—his Nam and Pap…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 878 - Natural Born Heroes 8
Instinct comes in handy when fighting. Today, we explore our natural instincts as they relate to fighting/survival and a new perspective on ground fighting…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 73 - You Are My Friend
Today's book and episode is a tribute to Mister Rogers. I've been inspired by Mister Rogers for the past few years as I develop my speaking/podcasting/writing…
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AMXbooks 877 - Natural Born Heroes 7
One of my favorite topics in recent years has become evolutionary biology, and today's episode is all about it. Enjoy this piece of human history! For more w/…
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AMXbooks 876 - Natural Born Heroes 6
Today, we learn some really cool terminology pertinent to Greek culture regarding the word "adult." And who would've guessed Parkour would pop into this…
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AMXbooks 875 - Natural Born Heroes 5
From ordinary to extraordinary, we learn how heroism is not so far away from us mortals. We also get back to the Nazi invasion of Crete and the strong peasant…
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AMXbooks 874 - Natural Born Heroes 4
Today, we learn more about heroism, from every day citizens to an early 1900's American magnate to the ancient Greeks. My favorite part, the importance the…
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AMXbooks 873 - Natural Born Heroes 3
I didn't know much about Winston Churchill prior to reading this book, and I really like what I'm reading. Today, we dive into his views on Nazi Germany and…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 72 - Why is Dad So Mad?: A Book About PTSD and Military Families
We continue our Veterans Day themed week with a great picture book about military families dealing with PTSD. This is such an important and relevant topic, and…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 872 - Natural Born Heroes 2
"The Greeks didn't wait for heroes to appear; they built their own instead." Whoaaa, how awesome is that?!? Today, we get into the history and fighting spirit…
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AMXbooks 871 - Natural Born Heroes 1
It makes sense to start a book about heroes on Veterans Day. Happy Veterans Day to all the men and women who've served our country and fought for our freedom…
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AMXtallks 257 - Col. Claude Schmid (U.S. Army, Ret.), Founder, Veteran Last Patrol
This special Veterans Day episode will introduce you to a new definition of HEART, an acronym of reasons why young Americans join the military. You will also…
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AMXbooks 870 - Flip the Script 10
As we close the book on Flip the Script, we revisit one of my favorite concepts from a previous book we studied on The Spaniard Show, The Untethered Soul. And…
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AMXbooks 869 - Flip the Script 9
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Sing it, folks! We're blessed to be here, and we're blessed to have access to books and podcasts and all kinds of awesome people. So let's take…
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AMXtalks 256 - Jim Harshaw, "Success Through Failure" Podcaster & Spaniard Mentor
After 250+ episodes, Spanny FINALLY brings in his friend, mentor and fellow DI wrestler and podcaster Jim Harshaw. After they work through the awkwardness of…
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AMXkids 71 - Why and How I Talk to Kids
Today's episode is a bit different than traditional Kids episodes. We're going to take a look at the inner workings of my youth presentations and the evolution…
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AMXbooks 868 - Flip the Script 8
If you're stuck in a rut, do something to make someone else feel good. It's one of the best win-wins there is. Tune in for a reminder to do good, do your best…
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AMXbooks 867 - Flip the Script 7
Ever tsss at those thing you have to do? Probably. But have you ever consider you're blessed to be able to do them? Maybe...maybe not. Today's show is a…
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AMXbooks 866 - Flip the Script 6
It's not actually hard to stand out for the right reasons. Just show up every day and outwork everyone. Today's episode focuses on not fitting the mold. For…
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AMXbooks 865 - Flip the Script 5
We're not talking perfection on today's show, we're talking passion. And not the Rythm Syndicate song...or maybe we'll sing a bit. Or not. I dunno! For more w/…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 864 - Flip the Script 4
The Rock makes a surprise appearance on today's show!!! ... kind of...it's a quote at the beginning of the chapter, but still...they're his words...that counts…
- Life's a Fight
AMXtalks 255 - Solosode: Disease and Surgery
September and October have been extremely difficult for the Brennemans. The Spaniard Show is a documentation of my life and experience, so I felt it…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 863 - Flip the Script 3
If you've been around The Spaniard Show for awhile, you'll remember that Vision and Value were the first two Elements of Excellence, and in today's reading, we…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 70 - The Brain is Kind of a Big Deal
What a fun and informative picture book this is. Who would've known all the things the brain is responsible for??? (Perhaps, you...but come on, that's not the…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 862 - Flip the Script 2
Today, we're talking about the things we have every day and often take for granted. We also tie the concepts of scarcity and comparison to our self-limiting…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 861 - Flip the Script 1
This is a cool book. My friend/mentor Coyte Cooper (former wrestler) recently published it, and I'm very much enjoying the read. The book's premise is to help…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 860 - Range 15
I'd surmise most people don't read the Acknowledgements section in a book, but I do. At the very least I skim them. You never know what you're going to find…
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AMXbooks 859 - Range 14
The line from A to B is rarely straight. The more you try, the more you'll dud. But the more you try, the higher likelihood you have of creating the…
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AMXtalks 254 - Shay Eskew, Burn Survivor turned Ironman
Please note: This episode includes details of a terrible accident (14:15-15:25) and resulting treatment (16:15-17:45). Shay Eskew is world-class as an Ironman…
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AMXbooks 858 - Range 13
Having fun could help lead to the best you. It's true, and today we explore that idea while also highlighting the benefit of "limited sloppiness" in your…
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AMXkids 69 - Medal of Honor Series - Leo Thorsness 2 (Vietnam)
We continue our exploration of Leo Thorsness' incredible story and learn about his life and the lives of other Prisoners of War (POWs). For more w/ The…
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AMXbooks 857 - Range 12
Today's focus is the data/information we DON'T ask for and the phenomenon that keeps firefighters and smoke jumpers clinging on to their equipment with while…
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AMXbooks 856 - Range 11
Today, we're talking: intellectual sparring partners, "experts" and the benefit of having dragonfly eyes. For more w/ The Spaniard: Subscribe to The Spaniard…
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AMXbooks 855 - Range 10
If I told you today's episode is all about Nintendo, would you stick around? Well, it is, so let's go!!! For more w/ The Spaniard: Subscribe to The Spaniard…
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AMXbooks 854 - Range 9
Sometimes, the outside-looking-in position can be an advantageous in unlocking solutions to the problems we're facing. Today, we talk about that position as…
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AMXtalks 253 - Jeff Depatie, Veteran & Co-Founder, The Special Forces Experience
What have Jeff Depatie and his team created in The Special Forces Experience? His wife and co-founder Jessica originally called it a "man camp," but it has a…
- Life's a Fight
AMXbooks 853 - Range 8
Today's chapter focus aligns very well with my learning philosophy and approach to life - wide eyes, open ears and lots of experience. It's all preparation…
- Life's a Fight
AMXkids 68 - Medal of Honor Series - Leo Thorsness 1 (Vietnam)
The Medal of Honor book series recognizes military men and women who've distinguished themselves through extraordinary acts of valor. Today's book details Leo…