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- Taylor Cavanaugh | From Navy SEAL to French Foreign Legionnaire: A Journey Through Jail, Addiction, and Redemption
Taylor Cavanaugh is a former Navy SEAL and French Foreign Legionnaire (the only one with this distinction), turned entrepreneur, who currently runs a coaching business supporting people towards their fitness and mindset goals. Taylor has a wild story of resilience and redemption, which includes overcoming addiction, going to jail, and striving to motivate and support others through personal excellence. In this conversation, we discuss Taylor’s background story as a Navy SEAL, the identity struggles he encountered and how he handled them, and how he rose from rock bottom to join the French Foreign Legion to then transition into building his business. We also talk about Taylor’s business structure, including his product offerings and roadmap, branding, content & social media marketing strategy, and biggest challenges he has encountered.
Partners:
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
6:47 - Identity Struggles (veterans, military transitions, applying past struggles to current success)
11:00 - Incorporating Good Habits & Self-Awareness
17:18 - Taylor's Background Story
21:20 - Becoming a Navy Seal, Legal Troubles, & Jail
29:30 - When Life Comes Crashing Down & Sustainability
30:40 - Entering the French Foreign Legion
33:40 - Transition out of French Foreign Legion into Business: Inception, Structure & Brand
40:37 - Coaching Services: Mindset, Nutrition, Fitness..
44:18 - Scaling & Product Roadmap; Content Marketing & Social Media Strategy
52:50 - Biggest Entrepreneurial Challenge; How to deal with Self-Doubt & Fear
59:05 - Entrepreneur Life Hack
Follow Taylor Cavanaugh:
Taylor's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tcavofficial
Website: https://www.taylorcavanaugh.comFollow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 4 min - David Meltzer | The Business Behind Iconic Athletes & Path to CEO
David Meltzer is Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and was CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie, Jerry Maguire. In this conversation, we discuss the intersection in David’s career between technology, law and sports, how he pitched himself to get a role as CEO at multiple companies across various industries, and lessons learned from being a business leader and founder. We also talk about how sports agents have evolved over the years, the most impactful professional athletes that he has known (including a story about Dr. J! {Julius Erving}, and his valuable entrepreneurial advice.
Partners:
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LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/ - Request a custom video podcastChapters:
03:39 - Tech & Sports Intersection
06:35 - Becoming a CEO
08:37 - CEO vs. Founder Experience
10:15 - Evolution of Sports Agents
14:00 - Most Impactful Pro Athletes
18:26 - Entrepreneur Life Hack
Follow David Meltzer:
David's IG: https://www.instagram.com/davidmeltzer
Website: https://dmeltzer.com/Follow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
23 min - Shawne Merriman | Lights Out: Turning a Football Legacy Into a Business Empire
Shawne Merriman is an ex-NFL All-Pro Linebacker for the San Diego Chargers & Buffalo Bills. Since his football career, Shawne has been very active as an entrepreneur, including founding Lights Out Xtreme Fighting (Fight Promotion), Lights Out Agency (Insurance), Lights Out Sports TV, and Lights Out Apparel. In this conversation, we discuss the development of his “Lights Out” brand and early adoption of personal branding, how this has served him in the business world post football, and steps he has taken to learn business skills from mentors like Donald Trump and others. We also talk about stories from the NFL, including what it was like to play with LT and how he dealt with injuries. We also cover Shawne’s early exposure and enthusiasm for combat sports, business strategies, differentiators, vision for Lights Out XF, and overall lessons learned.
Partners:
JNGL ATHLETICO: https://jnglathletico.com?sca_ref=5391573.ojJfvDfSXJ Use code NICHOLSANDDIMEZ for 25% off for BJJ apparel
LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/ - Request a custom video podcast
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
04:38 - Lights Out Brand
11:26 - Seeking Business Mentorship & Relationship with Donald Trump
16:12 - NFL Career & Playing with LaDainian Tomlinson (LT)
20:40 - Dealing with Injuries
26:37 - Combat Training for Football, Fighting Background (Bellator, BKFC..), Training with Randy Couture
34:13 - Founding Lights Out Xtreme Fighting Promotion
37:21 - Building Teams and Delegating in Business
41:55 - Steps in Building a Fight Promotion, Learning from Dana White & the UFC
46:47 - Long Term Vision, Differentiators, & Innovation
54:35 - Entrepreneurial Life Hack
Follow Shawne Merriman:
Shawne's IG: https://www.instagram.com/shawnemerriman
Lights Out XF IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightsoutxf
Lights Out Sports TV: https://www.lightsoutsportstv.com
Lights Out Brand IG: https://www.instagram.com/lightsoutbrandFollow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
59 min - Q3 2024 Recap | The Nichols and Dimez Show
This episode is an audio exclusive highlight recap of Q3 2024 (July through September).
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:38 - Alex Bowen - Full episode
05:19 - Indian Wedding (solo episode) - Full episode
08:22 - Javier Zaruski - Full episode
09:47 - Natty Linquist - Full episode
11:43 - Jeff Fenster - Full episode
Partners:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
15 min - Jeff Fenster | Everbowl Founder on Scaling Brands and the Power of Relationship Capital
Jeff Fenster is an award winning entrepreneur, best selling author, podcast host, and expert in relationship capital. He is Founder & CEO of Everbowl, a superfood quick serve restaurant franchise with nearly a hundred locations around the United States. He has also founded many other businesses ranging from payroll & HR, digital marketing, and construction. In this conversation, we discuss scaling, how to enter new industries, applying systems, and building relationship capital. We also talk about how Jeff developed relationships and partnerships with people like Drew Brees, Jayson Tatum, Shaquille O’Neal, and Gary Vaynerchuk, to name a few. We cover marketing strategies for franchises, how to leverage vertical integration in business, and how to prioritize your time.
Partners:
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LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/ - Request a video podcast to cherish the memory of a loved oneHOSTAGE TAPE: https://www.hostagetape.com/CHRIS28059
PURE HIMALAYAN SHILAJIT: https://www.purehimalayanshilajit.com/?ref=4021 Use code DIMEZ for 40% off
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
04:30 - Learning to scale businesses
16:40 - Entering New Industries, Formulas & Systems
31:28 - Building Relationship Capital, Shaq Business Partnership Story
44:24 - Partnerships with Drew Brees, Jayson Tatum, Gary Vee..
47:59 - Marketing for Franchises - Omnichannel Approach
50:39 - Vertical Integration Strategy
55:33 - Next Big Step
1:00:34 - Entrepreneurial Life Hack Against the Mainstream
Follow Jeff Fenster:
Jeff's IG: https://www.instagram.com/fensterjeff/
Jeff's website: https://jefffenster.com/
Everbowl IG: https://www.instagram.com/everbowlcraftsuperfood/
https://www.youtube.com/@JeffFensterFollow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 6 min - Nathaniel Linquist | Building Soccer Dreams in Uganda, Empowering Athletes, and a Journey of Faith
Nathaniel (Natty) Linquist is Founder of Elysian Fitness and non-profit soccer academy in Uganda, MUNGU Academy, which helps develop and give kids opportunities to play soccer in college or professionally. In this conversation, we discuss Natty’s unique experience growing up in Uganda as an American boy from California, biggest culture shocks, the important role soccer played in his life, and his outlook on faith. We also talk about the founding stories of his fitness coaching business, Elysian Fitness, MUNGU Academy, and entrepreneurial lessons learned. We also preview his first ever hosted team fitness event in San Diego, The Elysian Fitness Games.
Partners:
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LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/ - Request a video podcast to cherish the memory of a loved one
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:38 - Biggest Culture Shock
04:48 - Growing up in Uganda
12:34 - Role of Soccer & Pro Career
23:14 - Outlook on Faith
30:33 - Transition to Entrepreneurship & Founding Elysian Fitness
34:15 - Elysian Fitness Games
40:30 - MUNGU Academy
54:40 - Social Media Marketing & Entrepreneurial Life Hack
Follow Natty Linquist:
Natty's IG: https://www.instagram.com/nattyuganda/
Elysian Fitness IG: https://www.instagram.com/fitnesselysian/
MUNGU Academy IG: https://www.instagram.com/mungu_academy/Follow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 3 min - ADCC 2024 Preview: Javier Zaruski's Jiu-Jitsu Journey From Uruguay to World Champion
Javier Zaruski is an IBJJF Black Belt World Champion (2023) in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (No-Gi). This episode is a special preview for the ADCC 2024 World Championship in Las Vegas this August, which Javier is competing in. In this conversation, we discuss Javier’s life, family, and sports background growing up in Uruguay, his Jewish faith and what has motivated him throughout his journey, and moving to the United States to pursue Jiu-Jitsu on the world stage. We also talk about his competition highlights and experience (inc. IBJJF World Championships, Who’s Number One Championship, and ADCC 2024), mindset lessons around preparing for competition, ideal next opponents, and his entrepreneurial pursuits.
Partners:
JNGL ATHLETICO: https://jnglathletico.com?sca_ref=5391573.ojJfvDfSXJ Use code NICHOLSANDDIMEZ for 25% off for BJJ apparel
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
03:54 - Sports and Family Background in Uruguay
14:34 - Moving to the US to pursue MMA & BJJ with André Galvão (Atos)
26:50 - Faith and Motivation
32:32 - Competition Highlights: Becoming a Black Belt World Champion (IBJJF); WNO Austin 2024; ADCC 2024
38:50 - Mindset Strategies: Biggest Lesson from WNO, ADCC Preparation)
48:05 - ADCC vs. Craig Jones Invitational
52:35 - Next Big Fights
54:29 - How are you an Entrepreneur?
Follow Javier Zaruski:
Javier's IG: https://www.instagram.com/zaruskibjj/
Javier's BJJ Fanatics course: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/jew-jitsu-back-attacks-from-top-position-by-javier-zaruskiFollow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 5 min - Indian Wedding in Poland, Berlin, Travel Tips & Podcast Updates
This solo episode recaps my recent travel experience in Europe and shares some important near term updates to the podcast. The travel includes Berlin, Germany during the Eurocup Soccer Final and Western Poland to attend an Indian wedding.
Partners:
LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
14 min - Paris 2024 Olympics Special: Alex Bowen's Water Polo Legacy & Team USA Preview
This episode is a Paris 2024 Olympics Special, featuring one of the key leaders from the USA Men’s Water Polo team, Alex Bowen. Alex is entering his third Olympics in Paris, played collegiate water polo at Stanford University, and has played professionally in seven different countries around Europe over the past 10 years. In this conversation, we discuss his early introduction to water polo, his career at Stanford, the U.S. National Teams, professionally across Europe, and his Olympic experiences in Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020. We also talk about how pro water polo organizations work, how Team USA stacks up against the competition in the upcoming Paris Olympics, and giving back to the sport. Water polo was an important part of my life from childhood through college, so I wanted to take this opportunity to get you excited about the Olympics and encourage you to support the USA Water Polo teams in Paris 2024.
Partners:
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:03 - How Alex Got Into Water Polo
12:32 - College Water Polo Career
21:37 - U.S. National Team Experience
28:17 - Professional Athlete Experience in Europe
35:51 - Differences in Style of Play Internationally
39:22 - Pro Water Polo Structure, Olympic & National Teams Selection Processes, & Alex’s first Olympics in Rio
47:02 - Paris 2024 Olympic Preview
59:14 - What Are You Most Excited About for the Paris 2024 Olympics?
01:02:02 - Giving Back to USA Water Polo
Follow Alex Bowen:
Alex's IG: https://www.instagram.com/abrickbowen
USA Water Polo Website: https://usawaterpolo.org/
Paris 2024 Water Polo Schedule: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/schedule/water-poloFollow Chris Nichols:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
1 hr 11 min - Q2 2024 Recap | The Nichols and Dimez Show
This episode is an audio exclusive highlight recap of Q2 2024 (April through June).
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Chris Leben - Full episode
04:48 - Quentin Williams - Full episode
07:29 - Kevin Pheley - Full episode
12:06 - Eric Johnson - Full episode
14:45 - Chase Chewning - Full episode
19:25 - Phoebe Davis - Full episode
23:27 - Breanna Danielle - Full episode
27:53 - 3 Takeaways from "The Power of One More" by Ed Mylett (Solo) - Full episode
30:58 - Anthony Trucks - Full episode
33:37 - Paul Holze - Full episode
Partners:
LEGACY KAPSULE: https://www.legacy-kapsule.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholsanddimezPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/builtforlegacypodcast
Website: https://builtforlegacy.buzzsprout.com
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-legacy/id1667715105
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MAr6sSCwiyU9G1JZgeZxq?si=a7da325d67a64a72
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@builtforlegacypodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/nicholsanddimezshow/100090067950005
Contact: [email protected]
37 min
About Built For Legacy
From the publisher's feed
Built For Legacy (previously The Nichols and Dimez Show) is the podcast for high performers navigating major transitions and building work that lasts. Hosted by Chris Nichols, this…
show features candid conversations with athletes, veterans, and entrepreneurs who have boldly shifted from peak careers into purpose-driven ventures built to leave lasting impact. Whether stepping off the field, leaving the military, or walking away from a corporate ladder, our guests share how they embraced their next chapter to grow, lead, and build with intention. Each episode dives into the mindset shifts, strategies, and lessons they used to move beyond their first chapter — from launching a business to scaling a personal brand. Built For Legacy offers actionable insights, inspiring stories of reinvention, and a playbook for those determined to make their next move the most meaningful yet.