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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
AMX403 Call Me, Maybe?
Terrible karaoke? Check. Insane energy? Check. Wisdom? Double check. Enjoy the funnest (I know!) 8-minutes of your day, right here!
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AMX402 Toltec Wisdom
Learn the 4 Agreements of Ancient Toltec wisdom that can change your life. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual program info and to opt-in to the…
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#158 Declare Who & What You Are
Here's the heads-up that The Spaniard texted Dread about what you are about to hear: "I just recorded an episode that left me extremely dizzy and you're either…
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AMX401 How Adam Smith Changed My Life
Fire. Straight fire. Save this episode for when you're feeling low, when that tug of mediocrity is more like a powerful force. Visit charliespaniard.com for…
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What I Learned this Week
In 21 minutes you'll get a rundown of the week's most power-packed learning points to help develop the toughness in you to GET IT DONE! Visit…
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AMX400 5 Qualities of Emotionally Intelligent Leaders
AMX400 already! Who knew learning could be so fun?! Listen to AMX400 and become a more emotionally intelligent leader. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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AMX399 Know Your Role and Play It
Human nature (our natural makeup/understanding why we do what we do) is an amazing thing. So is the simple act of learning. Broaden your mind and perspective…
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#157 Interview: "Gorgeous George" Garcia of MMAjunkie Radio
How did "Gorgeous George" Garcia make his way to hosting MMAjunkie Radio with his brother Brian? By way of online poker, naturally. Playing four games…
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#157 Interview: "Gorgeous George" Garcia of MMAjunkie Radio
How did "Gorgeous George" Garcia make his way to hosting MMAjunkie Radio with his brother Goze? By way of online poker, naturally. Playing four games…
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AMX398 Interacting with Others
We're talking rings of intimacy/communication, reciprocity and a good strategy (from my mom) for getting out your frustration. Visit charliespaniard.com for…
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AMX397 Rich and Famous
Let's talk virtuous living and the rich and famous! We also throw in some wisdom from Terry Crews on the Tim Ferriss Show. Consume the wisdom my friends! Visit…
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#156 How AMXT Helps This Gang of Six
AMXT is the best group you don't belong to yet. That's what the members show in this episode. Six of them share why AMXT is one of the best ways they invest in…
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AMX396 My Vision in Real Life
The time is now. Terry Crews is a smart man whose words reflect my own. This, and more, in today's episode. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual…
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BOLD Blueprint 43
It's been a powerful week of learning, and here is the collection of that knowledge. Use it to dominate next week and beyond! Want in on the LIVE BOLD…
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AMX395 The Imperfections of Others
The more you know, the less you know (and the better you get). The imperfections of other. Learn with me today! Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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AMX394 The Real You
Straight fire today as we talk the Impartial Spectator that guides our decisions, as well as two laws that can help your interactions with others. Visit…
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#155 Interview: Andrea Waltz, "Go For No" Co-Author & Sales Trainer
As a girl, Andrea Waltz contacted George Lucas determined to work with him. And guess what? She didn't get past his assistant, and that helped drum the…
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AMX393 What Makes You Tick?
What in the world does economist and philosopher Adam Smith have to do with you? You'd be surprised. Let's talk happiness and human nature. Visit…
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AMX392 That's the Scoop
Let's extract the lessons learned from Ben & Jerry's: The Inside Scoop by Fred "Chico" Lager. They apply to both life and business. Visit charliespaniard.com…
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#154 Interview, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, Peak Performance Expert & Author
"It's all about being at your best and reaching your highest potential every day." There you have this conversation in the words of the guest, Dr. Cindra…
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AMX391 Let's Build a Culture
You build a culture from the top down (it starts with YOU!). Assume Extreme Ownership and commit to always improving. That and more in today's AMX. Visit…
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BOLD Blueprint 42
Enjoy the audio version of this week's BOLD Blueprint. The BB's condense the week's most power-packed learning points into a single 20 minute episode. Visit…
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AMX390 Go the Extra Mile
Let's take your AM Normalcy (booo!) and turn it into AMXcellence (yayyy!). Listen, learn and dominate your day! Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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AMX389 Innovation
Are you aligned with your vision and values? How far off course are you? What are you doing to course correct? ... All in today's AMX389. Visit…
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#153 Interview: Niyi Sobo, NFL Back, Podcaster, Performance Coach
Let's keep this New Year vibe cranked! It's still the first week in January, but all year, you won't run into more energy and conviction than you'll find in…
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AMX388 Cherry Garcia
I just may karaoke the Grateful Dead in today's AMX. You'll also hear why Vision and Values are paramount to your foundation as a person and business. Visit…
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AMX387 Mark of a Leader
Find out why adherence to core values becomes even more important with growth and some key attributes of leaders. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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AMX386 You Can and You Will
Today's AMX is all about creating lasting transformation in 2018. I'll give you all the strategies and habits you need to succeed in the new year. It's on you…
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#152 Interview: Marc Mero, America's #1 School Presenter
Kick off 2018 with a bang! Hear Marc Mero, former WCW/WWF star, and The Spaniard give their insight on creating lasting change. You'll also hear Marc's…
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BOLD Blueprint 41
Enjoy this week's most power-packed learning points. Opt-in at charliespaniard.com to receive the PDF version of the weekly Blueprints every Friday.
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AMX385 Let's Be Real
In today's AMX, we talk: Surrounding Yourself with the Best, getting it done and "real sell." Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual program info…
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AMX384 Money and Problems
In today's AMX, we talk: inevitable problems, sticking to your values and giving back in whatever form possible. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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#151 Farewell 2017, Hello LIMOUSINE IN 2018
That's right, gang, Limousine in 2018! That's shorthand for continuing to drive in first-class fashion toward special destinations. The Spaniard will keep…
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AMX383 The Fight
In today's AMX, we talk: calling on your loyal supporters, investing in yourself and paying for the goods (at the appropriate time). Visit charliespaniard.com…
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AMX382 Big vs. Little
In today's AMX, we talk: finding ways to get it done, mindset and fighting bigger opponents (figuratively). Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual…
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#150 Camera + Conversations = Lasting Learning
What if Christmas were approaching, and you got a chance to receive free photo portraits and engage in stimulating conversations in an inspiring setting? And…
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AMX381 An Ode to Dread
Today's AMX is an original poem to yours truly, Dread. Behind the scenes, he is paramount in helping this Spaniard ship sail. Visit charliespaniard.com for…
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BOLD Blueprint 40
Enjoy this week's top learning points (ie the fuel, knowledge and perspective you need to kick butt!) Visit charliespaniard.com to opt in and receive the PDF…
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AMX380 Army of Supporters
In today's AMX, we talk: my first amateur fight in Steubenville, OH, Ben and Jerry's vision/values and micro details of getting started. Visit…
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AMX379 The Competition
In today's AMX, we talk: the industry of "superpremium" ice cream, Ben & Jerry's unintentional differentiation and my best, unscripted core marketing…
Life's a Fight#149 Interview: Scott Hebert, "Stoic Mettle" Podcaster
Today's guest is negotiating a life transition, just like The Spaniard, and you'll hear these two have their first full conversation. Scott Hebert is growing…
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AMX378 500 Cases of Chocolate
In today's AMX, we talk: Nike and Ben & Jerry's grind, lawsuits and Heath Bar Crunch to the max! Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual program…
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AMX377 Your Contribution
In today's AMX, we talk: the size of chunks in Ben & Jerry's ice cream, differentiating yourself by hard work and taking pride in yourself. Visit…
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#148 Interview: Chael Sonnen, MMA Fighter & Broadcaster
Here's a paradox for you: The Spaniard is starstruck by this guest (you'll hear him say so), but they could not be more comfortable with each other. Between…
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AMX376 It's on You
In today's AMX, we talk: growth and evolution, ideas that just seem to pop out of nowhere and no one caring more about you than you. Visit charliespaniard.com…
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BOLD Blueprint (BB) 39
Enjoy this week's most power-packed learning points. Visit charliespaniard.com to opt in to the BOLD Blueprint email list and get the PDF version of the week's…
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AMX375 Something Special
In today's AMX, we talk: figuring it out, trying new things and building something special. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual program info and…
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AMX374 Humble Beginnings
In today's AMX, we talk: the similar paths of Nike and Ben & Jerry's, run down gas stations and a plumber who creates a new way of thinking. Visit…
Life's a Fight#147 Interview: Chris Voss, FBI Hostage Negotiator Turned Author & CEO
(Advisory: This episode has some disturbing stories sensitively told) As a young cop, Chris Voss was an adrenaline junkie chasing bad guys. Then observing a…
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AMX373 Let's Talk Ice Cream
In today's AMX, we talk: Ben and Jerry's humble beginnings, company and personal core values and hard work. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual…
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AMX372 Just Stinkin' Be You
In today's AMX, we talk: being born with a destiny, how humans (and animals) identify ourselves and playing to yourself, not the audience. Visit…
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#146 Interview: Rollie Peterkin, Wall Street Trader, MMA Fighter, YouTuber
Say that you're hiking in the Ukraine and come across a young American YouTuber. You fall into conversation and learn that he's taking time off from teaching…
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AMX371 Boldness Has Genius
In today's AMX, we talk: the seas parting upon action, my MMA journey and the higher being that guides us upon accepting our Vision Quest. Visit…
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BOLD Blueprint (BB) 38
BOLD Blueprints condense the week's content into one power-packed learning guide - 7 thought-provoking references to use with your team/group/or friends. Be…
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AMX370 Critics are Like Farts
In today's AMX, we talk: NO EXCUSES, critics and farts and good ole hard work. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual program info and to opt-in to…
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AMX369 Put on Your Boots
In today's AMX, we talk: Jim Carrey's Netflix special, real-world validation and the high stakes of fighting. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and…
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#145 Interview: Chef Jonny Mac of Rival Bros. Coffee Roasters
You'll hear Philadelphia in the voice of this episode's guest, Jonathan "Chef Jonny Mac" Adams. Which makes it all the more enjoyable when he uses words such…
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AMX368 Area You an Amateur or Professional?
In today's AMX, we talk: the technical (and connotative) difference between amateurs and professionals, fear as an indicator and my personal experience to…
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AMX367 Resistance
In today's AMX, we talk: all the things that hold you back, the two lives you live and crabs in a bucket. Visit charliespaniard.com for group and individual…
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#144 Interview: Scott Adams, Creator of Dilbert
Today's guest is huge as an author, speaker, Twitter and TV commentator … oh, and he created Dilbert! Scott Adams?!? Yes, Scott Adams! "Hey," The Spaniard…
