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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
Books 1372 - The Moth in the Iron Lung 2
Today you'll learn about "infantile paralysis" and poliomyelitis, two afflictions common during this time (18/1900s), and how they correspond to what we…
- Life's a Fight
Books 1371 - The Moth in the Iron Lung 1
Boy, what a book. I randomly came across this one while searching for something health related many months ago (early/mid-pandemic). Kept it in my queue for…
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Books 1370 - Breathe 5
Accept and surrender is one of my greatest takeaways from this book/Rickson Gracie. Today we explore that idea, as well as a few others, that you can implement…
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Books 1369 - Breathe 4
Today you'll learn how love, openness, curiosity and transforming others guided Rickson's life from an early age. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this…
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Talks 358 - Suzanne and Max Lang, Author & Illustrator of "Grumpy Monkey" books
No, the creators of "Grumpy Monkey" did not know their books would hit big like they have. Yes, they know that their character is not technically a monkey!…
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Books 1368 - Breathe 3
With so many sources to learn from (brothers/cousins etc.), Rickson committed himself to absorbing the most admirable traits of each. This set him on the path…
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Kids 169 - The Bad Guys (Book 1)
This is hilarious. Book 1 of 13, today's book serves as the introduction to The Bad Guys series. A group of fun-loving "bad guys" (a wolf, shark, snake and…
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Books 1367 - Breathe 2
Today's episode focuses on how Rickson was raised, his father's (and his) belief in the value of encouragement and support for kids, not unloading your own…
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Books 1366 - Breathe 1
This week we learn about one of MMA's most famous pioneers, Rickson Gracie. This autobiography is full of BJJ/MMA history, as well as life lessons and…
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Books 1365 - The Align Method 5
Because this book is so helpful and full of information, I treated today's episode as a hodgepodge by highlighting a few of the many other things you'll learn…
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Books 1364 - The Align Method 4
Hang on, we're going for a walk today. Listen and you'll get the (lame) joke. ... To help support The Spaniard Show... Purchase The Align Method here. Purchase…
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Talks 357 - Dr. Alex Paziotopolous, Anti-Aging Expert
Dr. Alex Paziotopolous makes a key point during this talk with The Spaniard: Think of how many young people simply seem to be slowed by nothing! They are too…
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Books 1363 - The Align Method 3
Today we highlight 3 of the 5 basic movement principles covered in the book: Floor Sitting, Nasal Breathing and Hip Hinging. ... To help support The Spaniard…
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Kids 168 - Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Creatures
A recent find at the library, this book is perfect for my son's dinosaur curiosity. He is everything dinosaur at this time. This is graphically and…
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Books 1362 - The Align Method 2
Today's focus is about your posture, how you carry yourself on a daily basis and what that says about you. You'll also be reminded to play a little bit...or a…
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Books 1361 - The Align Method 1
I've read a bunch of training/health/fitness books, and this is one of the best. The methods taught are simple and easy to incorporate into your daily life…
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Books 1360 - In Order to Live 5
Despite all that Yeonmi and her family went through, she somehow managed to keep her spirit alive. We end the week with hope in overcoming some of life's most…
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Books 1359 - In Order to Live 4
Today's episode is about learning, and its impact on Yeonmi's life. As she arrives and builds a new life in South Korea, Yeonmi's mind and future are changed…
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Talks 356 - Return Visit - Jim Harshaw, Life Coach & Podcaster
From repeat appearances on this podcast, Spaniard fans know Jim Harshaw: Family man, All-American wrestler, entrepreneur, life and performance coach, "Success…
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Books 1358 - In Order to Live 3
Today is all about the culture and customs of North Korea. As a free American, this is shocking to learn about. … To support The Spaniard Show, please visit…
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Kids 167 - Bumble
My son got a lot of new books for his birthday, so we've got some great resources for upcoming episodes. Today we start by exploring the picture book "Bumble"…
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Books 1357 - In Order to Live 2
While the details of Yeonmi's journey and life are difficult to read and fathom, today's episode will show you how she found hope in human kindness. You'll…
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Books 1356 - In Order to Live 1
This week's book is a is difficult but necessary read. It is Yeonmi Park's journey escaping North Korea. You will learn about the atrocities Yeonmi and her…
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Books 1355 - This is Your Mind on Plants 5
We finish off the week talking about mescaline and its healing power, as well as its connection to Native American culture. This has been such an eye-opening…
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Books 1354 - This is Your Mind on Plants 4
What is the most widely used psychoactive drug in the world? The answer may surprise you; it did me. Even crazier is that I used it this morning, and you…
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Talks 355 - Cody O'Connor, Cancer Survivor Walking Coast-to-Coast for Awareness
Today's guest, on the day of the recording, is doing what doctors told him he would never do again: Walk normally after losing part of his leg to bone cancer…
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Books 1353 - This is Your Mind on Plants 3
A harmless plant in your garden, or a felony? It depends. Tune in to learn more about opium. … To support The Spaniard Show, please visit charliespaniard.com…
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Kids 166 - Kicking Off 2021!
We're kicking off the 2021 school year with live presentations across PA and NJ. Tune in for some bts on the reality of speaking in schools (esp. during COVID)…
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Books 1352 - This is Your Mind on Plants 2
Today's episode takes a look at the relationship between person and substance, and why humans feel a need to change their state in the first place, only to…
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Books 1351 - This is Your Mind on Plants 1
Learning about psychedelics and plant medicines has been one of the most eye opening experiences of my life. This week's book focuses on three of them: opium…
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Books 1350 - 25 Hours a Day 5
This entire book is about going after what you want. It's about being focused and dedicated and relentless. It represents Nick's life philosophy, and it echoes…
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Books 1349 - 25 Hours a Day 4
Today's episode connects EXTREMELY well to this show and my life philosophy. It's about learning the value it adds to your life. … To support The Spaniard…
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Talks 354 - Nick Bare, Founder, Bare Performance Nutrition, Author, "25 Hours a Day"
At nickbare.com, Nick Bare headlines his personal story "Straight Passion & No Sleep." That's how he built his business, Bare Performance Nutrition, starting…
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Books 1348 - 25 Hours a Day 3
Passion, value, hope, belief and skills play(ed) a major role in helping Nick build his business. Tune into learn the context of how. … To support The Spaniard…
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Kids 165 - Thought Exploration - Spaniard Assembly Program
School is starting back up, and I'm looking forward to another year of impacting students with my message. I'm considering adding a new wrinkle into my…
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Books 1347 - 25 Hours a Day 2
Today we examine the connection of your mind and body and how you can actively engage/grow them both, as well as what it means to become a Swiss Army Knife." ……
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Books 1346 - 25 Hours a Day 1
Today you will learn Nick Bare's background (small town PA to multimillion dollar sports nutrition co.) and glean insight on how he can help you find…
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Books 1345 - Trejo 5
One of the primary reasons I read is because it instills hope, in both me and you. Today's sendoff episode with Trejo instills that hope and demonstrates a…
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Books 1344 - Trejo 4
Today you'll learn the value of doing, with no expectation of return, and how Danny Trejo got his break into acting. … To support The Spaniard Show, please…
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Talks 353 - Shaahin Cheyene, "Billion" Author & "Smart Drug" & eComm Mastery Entrepreneur
After getting tired of anti-immigrant bullies as a teen, dropping out of high school, and sleeping in his van, Shaahin Cheyene rode the rave wave to making…
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Books 1343 - Trejo 3
Today you'll learn two of Danny Trejo's lessons learned in prison that are applicable to everyday life. Up against the wall, he makes a commitment to change…
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Kids 164 - Raya, Highlights and Ranger Rick
Today's episode highlights some valuable and entertaining teaching/learning resources for kids. It's a bit nostalgic of an episode, so get out those tube socks…
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Books 1342 - Trejo 2
Today you get a peek into Danny's mindset in early adulthood that is a direct result of his upbringing. For as kind a man as he is (seems, as I've never…
- Life's a Fight
Books 1341 - Trejo 1
There's a good chance you know Danny Trejo from movies, and there's an even better chance you know him even if you think you don't. He's made his mark in…
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Books 1340 - I Dare You! 5
I really like what Danforth does w/ the last of the four sides of life, Religion. He connects it to character, being and doing your best. After exploring…
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Books 1339 - I Dare You! 4
Today we take a look at the Mental and Social aspects of the four-squared life. You'll learn (once again) why reading is so important and how you can develop…
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Talks 352 - Lucy Westlake, Teenage World-Record-Setting Adventurer
Lucy Westlake is a happy person. You can hear it in her voice (while recording from a car!) as she talks to Spanny about her loved ones, her college plans, and…
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Books 1338 - I Dare You! 3
Today we take a look at the first of the four sides of life taught in the book: Physical. You'll hear why your health is worth the investment. … If you're a…
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Kids 163 - Grumpy Monkey - Freshly Squeezed
One of the most fun books I've read in awhile. I'm sitting here laughing out loud at the relatability. Poor Jim Panzee just wants to be left alone on his…
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Books 1337 - I Dare You! 2
How much of yourself are you leaving on the table? Tune in to learn the "four-sided affair" that Danforth teaches to help us align what we could be, with what…
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Books 1336 - I Dare You! 1
Another great suggestion from my partner-in-crime, Dread. I was looking for a simple, inspirational and implementable read, and "I Dare You!" delivered…
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Books 1335 - This is Water 5
What you allow into your mind will determine, to a large degree, how you live outside of your mind. It's important to choose carefully. Tune in to hear more. ……
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Books 1334 - This is Water 4
Today's episode focuses on the balance of selfish and selfless, and your ability to choose which path (or both) you follow. … If you're a regular listener…
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Talks 351 - Patrick Leddin, Veteran, Podcaster & Author, "The 5-Week Leadership Challenge"
As of this recording, the book by Spanny's guest Patrick Leddin, "The 5-Week Leadership Challenge," will release soon, on Patrick's 30th wedding anniversary…
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Books 1333 - This is Water 3
Ignorance and awareness don't go together, and more of one will decrease the other. (As far as I know, I just came up with that...woop!...wait, is that…
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Kids 162 - A Breakdown of the Spaniard Assembly Program
School is approaching, and I'm trying my best to reach as many students as possible with my assembly program. Today, you'll hear a breakdown, both product-wise…
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Books 1332 - This is Water 2
Today we discuss the idea of teaching someone how to think, and how the same experience can mean two different things to two different people. It really makes…
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Books 1331 - This is Water 1
This book is short and sweet and full of philosophical thought and perspective. It's the perfect book to consume and ponder. We kick it off with today's intro…
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Books 1330 - The Bomber Mafia 5
This book has reinforced that things are not always simple. That there are many sides to any situation or equation. "Right" is not THE thing, rather A thing…
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Books 1329 - The Bomber Mafia 4
It's the heaviest books and the heaviest parts within those books that I find myself compelled to share most. Not always easy to read, learn and listen, I feel…