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Harder Than Life
I’m Kelly Siegel, and this is Harder than Life. A podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. We tell outrageous stories and boil everything down to simple, practical advice you can start using today. Let’s get living!
Episodes
Harder Than Life29: It’s Not a Mistake, It’s a Lesson w/ Chef Chris Arellanes
Chef Chris has lived an interesting life or three. Seriously, it would be easier to list the things he hasn’t done. Chris grew up in a Buddhist monastery. He…
Harder Than Life28: Be Flexible on the ”How” w/ Ryan Jaros
Unlike most, Ryan Jaros started early. His entrepreneurial mind led him to not only create the Pursuit of Perfection brand, but also led him inward, to face…
Harder Than Life27: Giving Back w/ Michelle Murphy
Everything we do on Harder Than Life is for charity. This week, we want to talk about one of the awesome organizations we are partnering with: Variety - the…
Harder Than Life26: You Are Not Your Mistakes w/ Kristen Cullen
This week, Kelly is joined by personal and business coach Kristen Cullen! Kristen is a branding expert whose holistic approach to brand-building - and to life…
Harder Than Life25: Sober AF w/ Jim Hernandez
After a destructive relationship with alcohol left him homeless for 18 months, Jim Hernandez embraced sobriety. Today, he’s the man behind the addiction…
Harder Than Life24: The Business of Business is Relationships w/ Michelle Rios
When Michelle Rios says she saw a sign that her life needed to change, she’s being literal. When she most needed it, Michelle saw a billboard for a therapist…
Harder Than Life23: We Help the People We Once Were w/ Jeff Forester
According to Coach Jeff Forester, we are most qualified to help the people we once were. For Jeff, his past struggles have made him a perfect coach for…
Harder Than Life22: D is for Dyslexia w/ Dylan Smith
Dylan Smith was misdiagnosed with ADHD at a young age and was properly diagnosed with dyslexia at age 16. His response? He resolved to wake up early, stay up…
Harder Than Life21: The Mirror Mantra w/ Kimberly Riggins
*Trigger Warning: This episode includes graphic discussions on the topics of sexual assault, eating disorders, and other distressing subjects. Discretion is…
Harder Than Life20: Why is Self-Love so Hard? w/ Nicole Frazier
You have to love you. It’s non-negotiable. This week, Kelly welcomes mindset coach Nicole Frazier to the podcast. Nicole helps people grapple with the private…
Harder Than Life19: Get Doolen w/ Jon Doolen
Jon Doolen once fired Kelly. Now, they’re closer than ever. Welcome back! In this episode, Kelly reunites with Jon Doolen, his former boss turned executive…
Harder Than Life18: Worthy w/ Bridjet Morris
Do you ever feel you are unworthy? Philanthropist and influencer Bridjet Morris understands the feeling, which is why she dedicates herself to empowering women…
Harder Than Life17: Work Works w/ Jennifer Cohen
Superstar motivational coach and host of Entrepreneur’s Habits & Hustle podcast Jennifer Cohen reveals the secrets of her success, and how anyone bold enough…
Harder Than Life16: A Dose of Positivity w/ Mike Diamond
Mike Diamond has made it his purpose in life to inspire, motivate, and educate people so they can reach their full potential and live their best lives. Over…
Harder Than Life15: Trust Your Gut w/ Gina Worful
Have you ever wondered why we crave unhealthy food? According to dietician Gina Worful, our fixation on snacks could be related to trauma from our past. In…
Harder Than Life14: Reforming ”Nice Guys” w/ Ashley Cox
Time to cut the cord, fellas. This week, Kelly welcomes Nice Guy Reformer Ashley Cox to the podcast! Ashley has built her brand by helping unhappy "nice guys"…
Harder Than Life13: Control Your Narrative w/ Ryan Alford
From creating and selling ads on Madison Avenue, to founding his own agency and launching a massive podcast, Ryan Alford has spent his career building brands…
Harder Than Life12: Giving Without Expectation w/ Andrew Stein
Support Andrew and his incredible team at The Children’s Foundation by buying a ticket for the 2023 Derby for Kids on May 6th! Proceeds will support the…
Harder Than Life11: Superhero By Design w/ Ace Hagerty
How long would it take you to completely change your life? According to Matthew “Ace” Hagerty, it takes about a hundred days. This week, podcast host and…
Harder Than Life10: The Sober Bartender w/ Brandi Kelly
At age nine, Brandi Kelly started drinking. Growing up in a chaotic household, Brandi’s struggles with sobriety started early. At one point, she found herself…
Harder Than Life9: The Ten Magic Words w/ Sandee Sgarlata
Hard times don’t last, but hard people do. Today, Sandee Sgarlata is America’s Happiness Coach. She dedicates herself to finding happiness every day, and…
Harder Than Life8: The Determined Society w/ Shawn French
The best teachers are always the best students. And author, keynote speaker, and host of The Determined Society podcast Shawn French is a lifelong student…
Harder Than Life7: Feel Your Feelings w/ Megan Gregory
Megan Gregory discovered the art of cooking at her lowest point. After spending five unsuccessful years trying for a baby with her loving husband, Megan was…
Harder Than Life6: Experiences & Mindset Equal Growth w/ Dan Stowell
In 2015, Dan Stowell was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. Mentally and physically, he had hit rock bottom. Dan spent the next several years undergoing surgeries…
Harder Than Life5: Let’s Get Giving w/ Anthony Fracchia
The hardest times create the strongest people. And our friend Anthony Fracchia is a shining example. Founder of Altruis Benefit Consulting and the Aspire…
Harder Than Life4: The EQ Deficiency w/ Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda will tell you she used to be a “Karen.” It is hard to believe now, considering Brittney is (apart from being incredibly…
Harder Than Life3: Crushing Cancer w/ Michael & Ashlee Cramer
Meet the unbreakable Michael & Ashlee Cramer. In 2020, Michael was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 19. Immediately, his life, and the life of his mother…
Harder Than Life2: Redefining Success w/ Jeremiah Campbell
We’re back with Episode 2! This time, Kelly interviews father, CEO of Brickworks Property Restoration, and host of the Destined to Be Podcast Jeremiah…
Harder Than Life1: Welcome to Harder than Life w/ Special Guest Craig Siegel
Welcome to Harder than Life: a podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. Hosted by Kelly Siegel - author, CEO, father, and a man on a…