FearlessAF The Podcast

My friend Alex Padron's story is one that will grip you from the start—a tale that travels from the streets of Cuba to the pulsating heart of Las Vegas. Once a young boy seeking refuge in the discipline of fitness from his challenging upbringing, Alex now stands as a testament to the power of resilience, balancing his intense passion for bodybuilding with the electric energy of the nightlife industry. In our heart-to-heart, he's candid about the personal trials that have shaped him, including overcoming alcohol addiction and finding solace in the gym's sanctuary.

Facing down the demons of self-doubt and impostor syndrome is a trial by fire that many of us know all too well. It's a journey that Jon Orlando of Sticky Paws Studios and I unpack with humor and heartfelt honesty. Our conversation weaves through the entrepreneurial gauntlet—from the heavy cost of studio fees to the leap into owning a business, including a tanning salon under the Missouri sun. We trade stories of those silent pep talks we give ourselves, the 'big brother' nudges needed to push past fear, and the transformative power of seizing your potential. Jon and I dissect the landscape of creative endeavors, where podcasts can be the unsung heroes paving unconventional roads towards larger platforms like television.

When Ross Yates shifted from the sun-soaked days of lifeguarding to the gritty grind of a fitness coach, he didn't just change careers—he transformed lives. On the Fearless podcast, we're honored to have Ross share his remarkable transformation, detailing the resolve it takes to overcome the fear of public speaking and master the art of social media. Together, we unwrap the story of a man who swam and wrestled his way through the challenges of content creation, and how a single decision to embrace fitness reshaped not just his body, but his future. His journey from the gym front desk to personal trainer is packed with lessons on discipline and the art of being camera-ready every day.

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(0:00:05) - Fitness Journey With Ross Yates

(0:04:41) - Transitioning to Online Fitness Coaching

(0:12:42) - Importance of Discipline in Fitness

(0:20:49) - Navigating Relationships and Fitness Goals

(0:31:03) - Navigating Health Challenges and Coaching

There's something about the weight of others' expectations that can feel like a heavy cloak, one I've worn many times. As Allison Brooks and I come together for Season 4 of Phelous's Buck, we shed these layers together, revealing the raw, often untold stories of our battles with self-worth and authenticity. Alison brings her unique perspective and wisdom as we discuss the profound impact of toxic relationships and societal pressures that chip away at our sense of value. We're laying it all on the line, sharing those intimate moments of self-deprecation and triumph, in hopes of illuminating the path to recognizing our innate worth.

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When fate handed me a persistent shoulder impingement, it was Dr. John Beedle's expertise at Torture Gym that came to my rescue, and now he's here to share his treasure trove of knowledge on chiropractic and functional medicine. With a twist of humor and a dose of destiny, Dr. Beedle recounts his own path from the gym to our 69th podcast episode—a number that tickles his fancy—in a conversation that's one part comedy, one part clinic. We navigate through aging's oddities and dive into the critical role of educating patients on self-treatment, which Dr. Beedle champions with a passion.

We always find ourselves mesmerized by the transformative stories of resilience and determination. This episode is no different as we sit down with Stella, an entrepreneur and salon owner. Her journey is a testament of grit, starting from a life of poverty and homelessness to becoming a powerful force in the hair industry. Stella's mission is to change the industry through effective business strategies, and she truly believes in the power of social media as a platform for inspiration and motivation.

As your podcast hosts, we sat down with an incredible guest this week. Meet Dallas Knight; an ex-army combat veteran, an intelligence analyst with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and a survivor of a toxic marriage. With her resilience and determination, she found her way back to herself and embarked on a path of healing. Dallas shares her powerful story from serving in Iraq to combating suppressed emotions, and her journey of self-discovery and self-love.

There was a time when I was so afraid of my own narrative that I’d prefer to become someone else altogether. With this podcast Fearless, I broke free from the chains of imposter syndrome, and embarked on a journey of self-discovery, unbecoming, and personal evolution. We're back in the place where it all started, Sticky Pause Studio, discussing my favorite topic - identity crisis and imposter syndrome, how these issues shaped my journey, and how they continue to influence the evolution of my identity.

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