This week's show is quite possibly the most incredible story I’ve ever heard. You are going to be riveted and you will never forget this conversation!13 years ago to the day that we recorded this interview, my guest was sentenced to life in prison! Yes, life in prison for my guest Damon West.Damon’s story will make you uncomfortable at times. But ultimately, ... Show More
Aug 2023
The Power of A Rookie Mindset | A Talk with Damon West
<p>In today's podcast, I chat with keynote speaker and 3X best-selling author, Damon West. We start off by getting into Damon's back story – from his high school sports days to playing in college, getting injured, and ending up in finance. But that's where things take ... Show More
36m 17s
Dec 2023
The Power of A Rookie Mindset | #5 of 2023 Podcasts
<p>Today's podcast is #5 on the top podcasts of 2023 list! I chat with keynote speaker and 3X best-selling author, Damon West. We start by getting into Damon's back story – from his high school sports days to playing in college, getting injured, and ending up in finance. ... Show More
36m 36s
Oct 2022
John McAvoy: From Life Sentence to Life of Purpose
If you’re someone who actually believes that people don’t change, prepare for a major mindset shift.Meet John McAvoy. Returning for his 2nd appearance on the podcast, John is positive transformation rendered in human form—and his story is one of the most compelling, improbable, i ... Show More
2h 50m
Jan 2024
How to Keep Going When Things Get Hard | Bryan Stevenson
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Have you already bailed on your resolutions? Where are you on your other life goals? This episode is a master class on sticking wit ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2016
From Crack Addict To Running The Sahara To Prison Hero — Charlie Engle’s Third Act
There is extreme. Then there's Charlie Engle – a man who has run across deserts, summited ice-covered volcanoes, swam with crocodiles, overcome crack addiction and survived a stint in federal prison. The story goes like this: after a hair-curling, decade-long love affair with boo ... Show More
2h 42m
Oct 2021
Overcoming Trauma Through Art w/ Billy Porter (Season Finale)
On this final episode of the season, the one and only Billy Porter talks about his life in show business. He also candidly shares the trauma of his student days at Carnegie Mellon, the AIDS crisis, and bankruptcy, and his evolution into a multi-award winning superstar. Billy has ... Show More
50m 33s