Best Team RWB Podcasts (2026)

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How Team RWB Rebuilds Purpose After Service | JJ Pinter 1:13:25

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Send us a text On this episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with JJ Pinter, Deputy Director at Team Red, White, and Blue (Team RWB)—West Point graduate, combat veteran, and one of the early builders who helped scale one of the most impactful veteran communities in the country. This conversation is about the real transition vete…

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Why Disciplined Men Win When Motivation Fails| Kirk Weisler 58:32

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Kirk Weisler—Chief Morale Officer, former U.S. Army Ranger, and former member of the 19th Special Forces Chaplaincy—to talk about the kind of leadership that actually changes people: initiative, humility, gratitude, and intentional living. Kirk breaks down how he went from a “squirrely kid” with zero …

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The Inner Voice Destroying Men’s Confidence (And How to Take Control) 10:36

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Send us a text Negative self-talk is the silent killer most men never address. It’s not a lack of motivation. It’s not a discipline problem. It’s the unchecked inner voice running your identity, your behavior, and your future. In this Battle Ready solo episode, Coach Rob breaks down how negative self-talk forms, why it keeps men stuck even when the…

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Ep 43 | Interview w/ Matt Collyer (Morning Meets) — Building Community Through Intention 1:58:54

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This conversation takes us on Matt’s journey into building Morning Meets, from his early relationship with cars, to the leap of faith it took to commit to this path, and the responsibility that came with it. We talk through how Morning Meets evolved from an idea into a real community: the decisions that filtered for the right people, the risks that…

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Surviving His Brother: An Army Veteran’s Journey Through Loss & Purpose 1:07:27

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Send us a text Army combat veteran Scott DeLuzio deployed to Afghanistan — at the same time as his younger brother. Only one of them came home. In this episode, Scott breaks down what most men never talk about: the moment grief turns into survivor’s guilt, how anger and isolation quietly take over, and why the transition out of uniform can feel lik…

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Blind by 18 — How Laura Bratton Rebuilt Her Life Through Grit & Gratitude 37:35

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Send us a text Born with full sight and diagnosed at nine years old with a rare degenerative eye disease, Laura Bratton lost nearly all her vision by the end of high school. Panic attacks. Depression. Identity collapse. But she refused to let blindness define her. In this powerful conversation, Laura shares how she rebuilt her life through grit, gr…

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From Marine to Navy SEAL: Fighting Depression, Finding Purpose & Becoming Unbreakable ft. Tommy Richardson 1:31:15

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Send us a text You’ve faced battles most men will never understand. But here, we don’t run from adversity — we weaponize it.Welcome to the Battle Harder Podcast: where warriors, veterans, survivors, and leaders learn the tools to turn pain into progress. In today’s episode, Coach Rob sits down with Tommy Richardson — former Marine, former Navy SEAL…

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From One More Day to a New Life: Max Dutton’s Story of Survival, Faith & Purpose 1:11:47

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Send us a text Marine Corps veteran and speaker Max Dutton was minutes away from ending his life. Gun in hand. Empty. Done. But one quiet whisper—“Give it one more day”—changed everything. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Max opens up about the moment he almost pulled the trigger, the spiritual awakening that rebuilt his identity, and the pers…

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The Identity Shift: Why Men Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free) 13:56

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Send us a text Most men don’t fail because their goals are too big — they fail because their identity is too small. In this Battle Ready Series episode, Coach Rob breaks down the one shift that changes everything: Stop trying to “change your life” and start changing who you believe you are. You’ll learn: Why motivation never sticks How your identit…

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Emotional Healing Starts With Truth: From Abuse, Loss & Darkness to Becoming Whole w/ Malisa Hepner 1:03:08

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Send us a text You've faced battles most never fought. Pain. Trauma. Chaos. But here—on The Battle Harder Podcast—we turn pain into progress. Today, Coach Rob sits down with Melissa Hepner, LCSW, author, creator of The Emotionally Unavailable Podcast, and a survivor of some of the darkest childhood experiences imaginable: ✔ Every form of abuse ✔ Ad…

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Vietnam Vet Rand Timmerman: From Combat to Sobriety & Purpose 1:10:05

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Send us a text Veterans Day Special 🇺🇸 Today, Coach Rob sits down with Rand Timmerman, a Vietnam veteran, retired Marine JAG officer, attorney, and author of A Spiritual Passage. This is one of the most powerful and honest conversations to ever hit the Battle Harder Podcast. Rand opens up about combat in Vietnam, the trauma of coming home, and the …

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Gratitude Under Fire: How to Stay Thankful When Life’s Falling Apart 9:54

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Send us a text You’ve faced battles most never fought — pain, struggle, adversity — but here, we use that as fuel. In this Battle Ready episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob shares how gratitude under fire became the mindset shift that saved his life. This isn’t about being thankful when life is good — it’s about finding gratitude when ev…

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They Tried to Silence Him — Mitch Aguiar’s Fight for Freedom, Fitness, and Truth 1:12:57

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Send us a text In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with Navy SEAL veteran, professional fighter, and entrepreneur Mitch Aguiar — founder of Massive Supplements, Violent Hippie, and Adopt a Cop BJJ — for one of the most real conversations on mindset, freedom, and resilience you’ll ever hear. Mitch opens up about his tim…

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The Algorithm vs. Your Teen: Guardrails, Dopamine, and Real Help 56:19

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Send us a text Social media isn’t just entertainment—it’s shaping attention, identity, and resilience. Today, Coach Rob sits down with Dr. Stephen Mateka, a board-certified child & adolescent psychiatrist working in inpatient care, to break down what he’s seeing on the front lines: isolation, self-diagnosis from TikTok, and the dopamine loop that k…

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The Failure Pill: Why You Needed to Fall Before You Could Rise 11:57

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Send us a text Failure hurts — but it’s also your greatest feedback. In this solo Battle Ready session, Coach Rob talks about divorce, losing his gym, walking away from law enforcement, and hitting rock bottom more than once… only to rebuild stronger every time. This is your guide to turning defeat into discipline and pain into power. Support the s…

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The Power of Words: Reframing, Faith & Freedom w/ Nina Perez 1:01:14

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Send us a text What’s up warriors — Coach Rob here. Today I sit down with Nina Perez (author, speaker, and host of Straight Talk No Sugar Added) to unpack a raw, faith-fueled comeback story: surviving abuse and homelessness, escaping a near-death domestic violence situation, and rebuilding a life of purpose. We get tactical on breaking the depressi…

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Crayons, Combat & Kids’ Books: The Real Story of a Modern Marine Leader 46:40

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Send us a text He’s active-duty Marine Corps. He’s a husband and father. He’s also the award-winning author behind Crow From the Shadow, Billy Dipper’s Time to Shine, and Horse the Horsefly. Major Olalu “Lou” Ogunyemi sits down with Coach Rob to talk Marine Corps grit, why real leaders lead last, how to father with presence, and the power of turnin…

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Low Confidence – How to Rebuild Trust With Yourself 13:53

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Send us a text Confidence isn’t built in the mirror — it’s built in the trenches of consistency. In this Battle Ready Series episode, Coach Rob breaks down how to rebuild trust with yourself when your confidence has hit rock bottom. From broken promises to lost momentum, this is the wake-up call every warrior needs. You’ll learn why confidence isn’…

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Trapped in 2020, Free in 2025: Emily’s Journey from Abuse to Influence 51:15

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Send us a text Calm in the chaos. That’s how hospice executive and author Emily describes leadership—and life—after escaping a toxic relationship during COVID. In this conversation, Coach Rob and Emily go deep on emotional intelligence, faith used as control, rebuilding self-trust, and writing as a path to purpose. In this episode you’ll learn: How…

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From Vision Loss to Visionary: Michael Leung Fight to Change Hearing Forever 1:04

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Send us a text What do you do when life blindsides you—literally? For Michael Lang, it meant turning pain, loss, and setbacks into a global mission. After nearly losing his sight, battling ADHD, and spiraling through rebellion, depression, and financial ruin, Michael rose up to create a breakthrough hearing device that’s changing lives across the w…

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WARNING Don't Let Perfectionism KILL Your Dreams! 12:34

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Send us a text How many times have you said: “I’ll start when I’m ready… I’ll launch when it’s perfect… I’ll wait until I feel more confident”? Here’s the truth: you’ll never feel ready. And waiting for the “perfect” time is the fastest way to kill your dream. In this episode of the Battle Ready Series, Coach Rob breaks down why perfectionism is ju…

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From Asshole to Awesome 1:03:12

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Send us a text From Asshole to Awesome: The Power of Fundamentals with Ernest Wood | Battle Harder Podcast What happens when you finally get sick of your own excuses? In this episode, Coach Rob sits down with Ernest Wood—Navy Submarine Veteran, men’s coach, podcaster, and author of Asshole to Awesome: Journey to Joy and Happiness. Ernest’s story is…

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Fear of Failure: Turning Setbacks Into Data and Fuel Instead of Shame 9:59

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Send us a text Most people let the fear of failure control their lives. They avoid risks, quit too early, or never even start — not because they failed, but because of the shame and judgment they attach to failure. Here’s the truth: failure is not the opposite of success — it’s part of the process. Every setback is feedback. Every missed rep is dat…

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Deadlifts, Downriver & Discipline: Crafting a Life That Heals 1:02:28

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Send us a text you’ve faced battles most never fought. Today, Army veteran, air-assault qualified medic, and former competitive powerlifter Antoinette Lee sits down with Coach Rob to unpack a lifetime of resilience: rappelling into danger, carrying soldiers to safety, and later battling TBI, spinal injuries, and waves of depression and anxiety. Her…

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Episode 103: Operation 9-12 40:07

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In this episode of the Bulletproof Veteran Podcast, we introduce our newest initiative: Operation 9-12. This project is about organizing at the local level to create meaningful, lasting change in our communities. We’re calling on the unique skills, leadership, and experiences of veterans to help reunite the country—drawing inspiration from the unit…

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Poor Health Habits – Sleep, diet, alcohol, and the downward spiral. 20:02

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Send us a text You can’t out-train a poor lifestyle. In this episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob dives into one of the biggest reasons men stay stuck: poor health habits. From late nights scrolling, fast food on the go, relying on caffeine and sugar, to skipping workouts because you’re drained—these habits slowly destroy your body, your…

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Why I Feel Like a Warrior Every Day 1:04:23

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Send us a text In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with Cole DeRosa — a 29-year U.S. Army veteran, Ranger, endurance athlete, and four-time Spartan World Champion. At 53 years old, Cole is still competing (and winning) at the elite level, proving that age doesn’t define a warrior — mindset does. Together, they unpack: …

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STOP Waiting for Motivation: Build Systems. Get Disciplined. 25:38

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Send us a text Most people think they need more motivation. Truth: motivation is a liar—it shows up when it wants and disappears when you need it most. In this Battle Ready solo, Coach Rob breaks down why you feel stuck and how to build simple systems that make discipline automatic so you can actually move your life forward. What you’ll learn: Why …

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Life Is Crazy: Surviving Divorce, Layoffs & Suicidal Ideation w/ Veteran Brandon Held 50:59

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Send us a text You’ve fought battles most people never see. Today’s guest, Brandon Held—Air Force and Army veteran, podcaster, and life coach—opens up about career derailments, multiple divorces, corporate layoffs, and a suicide attempt…and how he rebuilt with gratitude, discipline, and a mission to help others (especially veterans) step back from …

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How To Battle Information Overload 18:16

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Send us a text Title Suggestion: STOP Learning. START Doing. | Battle Ready Ep. 1 Description: 🚨 Welcome to the very first episode of the Battle Ready Series on the Battle Harder Podcast. 🚨 Too many people are drowning in podcasts, books, YouTube videos, motivational quotes, and endless social media clips… yet they still feel stuck. Here’s the trut…

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From Trauma to TRIUMPH Amanda Bearce Shares Her Story on Battle Harder 46:32

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Send us a text What happens when survival mode becomes your normal? For Amanda Bearce, growing up with a father battling addiction and mental illness meant living in constant fear and fight-or-flight. But when she became a mother, Amanda knew the cycle had to end. In this raw and empowering episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Amanda opens up abou…

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Why Success Without Health is Failure 40:30

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, we sit down with Brian Parana—a transformative health and lifestyle coach for high performers—to unpack how adversity shaped his mission to help others rise. From growing up without parental involvement to building two businesses while raising four kids, Brian’s story is a testam…

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From Fired to Flourishing: How to Elevate Your Inner Game 52:10

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Send us a text When Dr. Ryan Gottfredson was unexpectedly fired from Gallup, it wasn’t just a career shake-up—it was a catalyst for profound personal transformation. In this powerful conversation, Coach Rob and Dr. Gottfredson unpack how adversity can become a “heat experience” that ignites growth from the inside out. Discover the four core mindset…

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Mental Fitness Over Everything: Turning Pain into Power with Colin C. Thompson 1:02:04

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Send us a text What if pain wasn’t your enemy—but your training partner? In this powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Ironman athlete and Certified Positive Intelligence Coach Colin C. Thompson shares the mindset that transformed his 50th birthday into a full-on life reset. From endurance races in Taiwan to the mental battles we all face …

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Beyond the Darkness: Healing Through Pain, Altitude, and Haunted Places 43:48

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Send us a text What happens after you've lost it all—your health, your marriage, your purpose? For Dr. Chad Scott, the answer came from facing death head-on and finding meaning in the shadows. In this gripping episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob dives deep with the therapist-turned-pilot-turned-author who survived a liver transplant and…

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"Faith, Fire, and Fighting Back: Mr. Whiskey’s Journey from Hell to Healing" 1:26:21

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Send us a text Mr. Whiskey’s story is not one of victimhood—it’s one of violent beginnings, raw truth, and the relentless pursuit of healing. From surviving a toxic home and joining the Navy at 17, to navigating addiction, faith, and identity, this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast digs deep into the cost of childhood trauma—and the power of dis…

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From Booze to Barbells: How Jacob Hiers Rebuilt His Life Through Fitness 45:52

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Send us a text Jacob Hiers is a father, husband, entrepreneur, and bodybuilder who's turned his pain into power. In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Jacob opens up about unknowingly battling alcoholism while raising a family and running a business—until the birth of his second child forced a moment of truth. We talk about the exact mindse…

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Lions Don’t Fold: Sean Whalen on Divorce, Fatherhood, and Building Without Apology" (Live Replay) 56:21

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Send us a text 🔥 Guest: Sean Whalen 🦁 CEO – Lions Not Sheep 📍 Recorded Live | Salt Lake City 🎯 Theme: From Breakdown to Breakthrough — Becoming a Free Man Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Coach Rob goes one-on-one with the raw, real, and relentlessly unapologetic Sean Whalen, founder of Lions Not Sheep. They dive deep into the battles men…

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From Combat to Community: Donavin Britt on Being a Man, Leader & Protector 1:14:59

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Send us a text 🔥 Host: Coach Rob | Battle Harder Podcast In this raw and powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Donavin Britt shares what it means to become a dangerous, disciplined, and good man. A father. A protector. A warrior forged through trials. We dive deep into: ⚔️ How to lead as a man in a broken society 🛡️ Why self-defense …

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Vulnerability Saved My Life: A Cop’s Journey from Trauma to Transformation 47:27

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Send us a text After 30 years of service as a police officer, Mike Morgan didn’t just walk away with a badge—he walked away with trauma, emotional scars, and an identity crisis that nearly broke him. But it wasn’t until he watched a Navy SEAL cry on the Shawn Ryan Show that he finally gave himself permission to feel. In this raw and powerful episod…

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From Combat to Clarity: Cole Grace on Healing the Chaos Within 47:42

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Send us a text This week on The Battle Harder Podcast, we go deep with Cole Grace, a combat veteran who faced down IEDs in Iraq, then fought a more dangerous war within himself. Cole opens up about the invisible wounds left by childhood trauma, war, addiction, and suicidal ideation. But this isn’t a story of staying broken—it’s one of rebuilding fr…

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Built for the Battle: B-Cide’s Fight with MS, Music & Mental Grit 43:06

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Send us a text On this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob welcomes underground hip-hop legend, author, and founder of 55 Strong — Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo II. Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2011, B-Cide refused to fold. Instead, he weaponized his pain and turned it into purpose. From the unforgiving grind of the music industry to…

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From Rock Bottom to Global Reach: Kevin Palmieri’s No BS Path to Self-Belief & Success 48:57

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Send us a text In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with Kevin Palmieri—Founder, CSO, and Host of the global Top 100 podcast Next Level University. With over 2,000 episodes heard in 175+ countries, Kevin opens up about his early battles with imposter syndrome, suicidal thoughts, and the brutal journey to becoming a full…

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Be Kind to Your Mind: Melodie’s Story of Healing and Higher Consciousness 1:06:24

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Send us a text In this episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with Melodie—a powerhouse of intellect, empathy, and inner transformation. After facing personal trauma that once left her shattered, Melodie chose to fight back—not with bitterness, but with curiosity, science, and soul. Now a podcast host, thought leader, and mental …

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"Forged by Fatherhood: Strength, Sacrifice, and Legacy" 45:20

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Send us a text 🎙 Father’s Day Special: Brotherhood, Battle, and Fatherhood Guest: Steven Lane – Navy Veteran, Father, and Lifelong Brother-in-Arms In this powerful Father’s Day episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, I sit down with my best friend and fellow veteran, Steven Lane. We go deep into what it means to lead as fathers—especially in the wake…

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From Rock Bottom to Relentless: A Woman’s Guide to Reinventing Herself 49:51

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Send us a text 💥 EPISODE DESCRIPTIONWhat happens when you're left with nothing—no money, no support, and no one to call? In this raw and unapologetically honest episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with ZY, a powerhouse mindset disruptor and success catalyst who turned abandonment and heartbreak into fuel for a global transform…

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Rejected, Not Defeated 37:43

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Send us a text 🎙 "Story time. I lost my first business during COVID. Rock bottom wasn’t a moment—it was a season. And just when I thought I was climbing out, life stacked the deck against me again. I entered a $20K pitch competition, put my heart on the table—and didn’t win. No funding. No recognition. And yeah, I’m not a doctor, I don’t have the l…

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Episode 102: Joshua Hood, Author of Burn Out 57:26

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This week we welcome Joshua Hood, author of Burn Out...Available everywhere August 13th! Joshua Hood is the author of The Guardian (Blackstone Publishing, 2023), Treadstone Rendition, Treadstone Transgression, The Treadstone Exile, The Treadstone Resurrection, Warning Order, Clear by Fire, and most recently Burn Out. Josh decided to follow his brot…

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Episode 101: Dave Matheny, CEO of Silencer Shop 46:13

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This week we welcome Dave Matheny, CEO of Silencer Shop. Silencer Shop is the largest silencer distributor in the U.S. Dave used his background as software engineer to streamline the silencer purchasing process, navigating the regulatory hurdles with a technology based approach. Dave discusses how his son being born with impaired hearing got him in…

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Episode 100: Dennis Price, Founder of Heroes 4 Humanity 1:00:29

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We are BACK! And what better way than with Episode 100! This week we welcome Dennis Price, Force Recon Marine and Founder of Heroes 4 Humanity. After multiple deployments during the Global War of Terrorism, Dennis fought through life's dark path to emerge blessed with faith in God and a new mission. Dennis turned from an instrument of war into the …