Life's a Fight

The Spaniard is often asked how he can possibly take the risk of stepping into the ring. In this episode, you'll hear questions that he asks in return. The conversation was prompted by Dread's sharing what happened to him at a red light. Then come stories of injuries, mysterious maladies and pushing your limits. Plus mentions of Fight Club, the Olympics and an exploration of old-fashioned sayings. Don't dare not listening!

This is about measuring yourself against an Olympic athlete—something The Spaniard describes doing literally. You have more in common with gold medalists than you might think. That also goes for a Grammy winner and the world's best convenience store. The Spaniard and Dread discuss all of these while sharing tips for competing in any event. Faster, Higher, Stronger, Baby.

The Spaniard is enjoying these days when he has many goals unfulfilled. Why? Because he knows the importance of Balance. You've heard that word before, but you haven't heard a conversation connecting it to grooming, an amusement park, cooking shows, championship jet skiing, farming and beach volleyball. Here it is.

Listen to The Spaniard aim for beneficial discomfort. He and Dread discuss one of his favorite exercises: Asking others to name your best and worst qualities. Then they get into it unscripted, trading good and bad aspects of themselves. The Spaniards asks for the nitty gritty. Will Dread speak up? Find out.

We learn which passion of the Spaniard's is hidden in plain sight. Also how his passion for fighting is actually passion for competition. How pursuing one passion often means pursuing many. Spaniard and Dread contrast different types of competition: Physical, Mental, Career-ical. Dread strays into wrestling terms he has no business using.

Spaniard and Dread discuss Improvement: Where in the hip-hop Spaniard sucks, how he has responded, and a dumb question he asked during a fight. This episode highlights the two broad areas of importance in any endeavor: Technical and Mental.

We learn more about the Spaniard's drive to excel, how his parents fostered that, and how he annoys his wife. This episode highlights how to discover your inner drive and set audacious goals regardless of your personal background. Also some good stuff on titles: the course Addicted to Excellence and the name Dread.

Everything is introduced: Why we're podcasting, what's in it for you, who Spaniard is, who Keith is, and how we met. This episode highlights the power of relationships and the importance of balance.