The Bear Essentials Podcast

Today's guest, Mike Bates is a former British Royal Marine Commando and covert counter terrorism operator who is often referred to as the real-life James Bond.

Military:

The day Mike stepped foot off the train at Lympstone Commando to begin Royal Marines training was the start.  The start of a journey into finding his physical and mental limits, then overcoming them.  This journey took him from the mountains of Afghanistan to the deserts of Iraq and far further.  It whetted his appetite for demanding training, for setting challenging goals and striving to constantly improve as a human being.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu:

Mike first discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2003 whilst still in the Marines.  Back then it wasn't a well-known martial art never mind a sport, today it's one of the fasted growing in the world.  Jiu-Jitsu replaced many things he felt he'd lost upon leaving the military; tough training, a seemingly impossible goal of attaining my black belt and camaraderie.  A brotherhood.  It took him 8 years of committed training and competing before he was awarded his black belt, an achievement he holds as dear as the day he received his Green Beret.

The Atlantic Grappler:

In December 2022 Mike rowed across the Atlantic Ocean SOLO, just him, 2 oars and a 24ft rowing boat.

​This challenge that took him more than 3000 Miles west from San Sebastian in La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain (28oN 18oW) to Nelson’s Dockyard, English Harbour, Antigua & Barbuda (17oN 61oW). ​

Mike had to battle with sleep deprivation, salt sores and physical extremes inflicted by the row. His only company were his own thoughts, the expanse of the ocean and the job of getting the boat safely to the other side.

​To put this into perspective, more people have reached the summit of Everest or travelled into space than have successfully rowed an ocean.

For more information about Mike's SOLO Atlantic Row and to connect with Mike:

The Atlantic Grappler: https://www.theatlanticgrappler.com/

Mike Bates UK: https://mikebates.uk/

Mike Bates- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-bates-4b2a32201/

Mike Bates - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebates_official/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D

About Your Host:

From your host, Charles Wallace:

"I am on a journey to be the best version of myself and want to ensure others don't travel alone. Join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys."

Be sure to follow Charles on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-wallace-86117942/

About NGBN TV:

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

For more information, go to:

https://www.ngbn.tv/

Today's guest, Jack Pearson, is an Australian born actor, singer / songwriter who has gotten a second chance at life after surviving a suicide attempt.

Who Is Jack Pearson:

Jack Pearson was born on September 3, 1989 in Strathewen, Victoria, Australia. He is an actor, known for Pam & Tommy (2022), ABC Discovers: Los Angeles Talent Showcase (2018) and As the Bell Rings (2007).

Family:

Grew up on the family property in Strathewen, outside of Melbourne, Australia. Even after getting several acting roles, he moved with his family to a 15-acre farm in nearby Doreen, Australia.

Eldest of three siblings, his younger sister Billie and younger brother Joe are both champion equestrian riders.

Acting Credits:

You can find more information regarding Jack's acting credits at:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2724025/

About Your Host:

From your host, Charles Wallace:

"I am on a journey to be the best version of me and I want to ensure others don't travel alone, join me as I look to interview experts in areas of mindset, motivation and fitness to help guide us on our journeys."

Be sure to follow Charles on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-wallace-86117942/

About NGBN TV:

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

For more information, go to:

https://www.ngbn.tv/

Today's guest, Glen Macnow, is an on-air radio personality in Philadelphia for "Sports Radio 94 WIP". 

Additionally, he is seen on NBC Sports Philadelphia every Saturday night at 11 p.m. (EST). There, he co-hosts “What’s Brewing” alongside Don Russell. In the show, they travel to local breweries and beer retailers mainly located in the Bucks County area.

https://www.youtube.com/c/WhatsBrewingPA

While studying at the university he enrolled for his internship program in Cocoa Beach, Florida; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Detroit, Michigan; and, lastly in Philadelphia at the Philadelphia Inquirer in 1986. While working at the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia magazine recognized him as “The Best Sportswriter in Philadelphia” in 1993.

Other than hosting talk shows, he is a talented author and has published numerous books. A few of his most popular books include:

       - The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists (2006)

       - Sports Great (2003)

       - The Great Philadelphia Fan Book (2003)

       - The Ultimate Book of Gangster Movies (2011)

       - Sports Great Kobe Bryant (2000)

       - The Ultimate Book of Sports Movies (2009)

Glen is also a co-owner of the popular Conshohocken Brewing Company.

https://www.conshohockenbrewing.com/

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

Today's guest, Rafa Conde, has dedicated his life to the resurgence of the warrior mind. With four decades of martial arts training under his belt, tutelage from Zen masters, experience as a DEA/Narcotics/SWAT officer, and at one point in his life having been an elite Wall Street broker, to call Rafa a modern-day warrior is an understatement.

Having cultivated his philosophies of what a modern day warrior should be, Rafa is now spreading his warrior philosophies so that men everywhere can elevate themselves to a place where they can dominate every facet of their lives. This movement is known as the Man of War.

The first mission of Man of War is to encourage, prepare, and support the rising of men as modern-day warriors. These men become transcendent visionaries, fathers, protectors, husbands, and leaders forged through a rite of passage known as the Men of War Crucible.

Upon graduation these made men are initiated into the Men of War Society, a brotherhood of elite warriors.

For more about Rafa Conde and Man of War, check out:

https://www.rafajconde.com/

https://www.manofwar.us/

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

Today's guest, Banning Sweatland, is a Marine Corps veteran and seasoned law enforcement officer with over twenty years of service, currently working as the Patrol Supervisor for the Sheriff’s Office in Jack County, Texas. He knew from a young age that he wanted to be in law enforcement.

Born in Waco, TX, in 1979, he was adopted at birth by a military family and lived all over the country. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and went to Paris Island three days after his high school graduation. Banning entered the Marine Corps to be attached to Security Forces or Marine Corps Security Force Company. After receiving an Honorable Discharge, Banning moved back to Texas to start his law enforcement journey, where he graduated as the “Top Gun” of his class at the Police Academy. Banning was hired by the Haltom City Police Department in September of 2002.

During his career in Haltom City, Banning served as a canine officer with his partner canine, Mary Jane, until 2010. While in Canine/patrol, Banning and Mary Jane were utilized all over the DFW Metro area for narcotic sniffs, article recovery, and human tracking. He retired from Haltom City in September of 2018. During his time in Haltom City, Banning founded a nonprofit geared to training rural law enforcement agencies with little to no budgets.

Banning, his wife, Jaimie, and their three children currently reside in Jacksboro, Texas. In his spare time, he uploads videos and pictures to LinkedIn demonstrating the lighter side of law enforcement, showing the world that law enforcement people truly want to make the world a safer place to live.

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

On this episode, I speak with Chris Rubio, host of "The Rubio Method" podcast and president of "Rubio Long Snapping".

In just 17 years, Chris Rubio has become the #1 snapping instructor in the country and the go-to man when a college coach needs a snapper. Colleges from across the country rely on Chris Rubio's word day in and day out on who the best snappers are in the country. Chris Rubio has assisted in over 1,000 Long Snappers earning full scholarships and preferred walk-ons to major Universities just for snapping.

Offering the best instruction and most exposure in the world, Rubio Long Snapping can help you to become the best snapper you can be!

To learn more:

https://rubiolongsnapping.com/

Besides his ability to teach "long snapping" his quickly growing podcast, "The Rubio Method" is one of the top shows on NGBN TV. Be sure to tune in and FOCUS:

https://www.ngbn.tv/channels/the-rubio-method/

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

On this episode I speak with professional mixed martial artist and bare-knuckle boxer, Joey "The Cinderella Man" Angelo.

Tune in as we discuss the life of a combat sports professional and how he balances that while working a full-time job and his family.

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

On this episode I interview Muay Thai fighter and trainer Jorden Jones. 

Jorden has trained and fought in Thailand. He is also my Muay Thai trainer and played a big role in me regaining my health and fitness.

Today's guest, Ronald smith was just 6 days out from competing in an "Iron Man" competition. He was about to embark on what some say is the toughest day in sports. 

The devastating diagnosis he received would break most people. Instead, Ronnie completed the "Iron Man" and now he is facing an even greater challenge, colon cancer.

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.

Dave Bradley was born and raised in Manchester, England. Dave is highly experienced when it comes to dealing with people in the business and sporting world.

He was a professional soccer player for 14 years, playing for Manchester United and Doncaster Rovers in England. He also played for Hellenic and Witz University in South Africa, and played and coached for Dunedin City and Manurewa FC in New Zealand.

Prior to starting his own network business, Dave was an insurance agent for five years with Australian Mutual Provident in New Zealand. In 1987, Dave started his network marketing business with the hope of becoming financially independent. By 1992, he was able to set up a residual income that allowed him to pursue his dream of helping others achieve the success they want.

Due to considerable success in his business, Dave was given the opportunity to travel the world mentoring business leaders and as a motivational speaker. Some of the countries include the United States, Canada, Australia, South Africa, England, Belgium, Holland, Hong Kong and New Zealand.

After 22 years of living in New Zealand, where he met his wife, Melony, they moved to her home town of Maumee, Ohio USA, with two of their children, Olivia and Mackenzie. Dave’s son, Andrew, lives in Manchester, England.

Dave has a strong interest in health and wellness and lives that out on a daily basis. Learn more about some of Dave’s health tips and tricks here. He has a passion for leadership, people and personal development.

He is a family man and prides himself on being the best husband and father he can be. Dave is a committed Christian and attends theChurch in Maumee, Ohio. The pastor is Dave’s father-in-law, Tony Scott.

Be sure to check out Dave's website:

https://davebradleylifestyle.com/

NGBN.TV is a holistic personal & professional development network that serves men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. It’s home to top experts, authors, speakers, influencers, and presenters in the areas of mental health, physical wellness, personal growth, and professional excellence.

NGBN.TV is available on RokuTV, AppleTV, AndroidTV and Amazon FireTV, as well mobile and all major audio podcast and live-streaming platforms, and of course on the world wide web. It is powered by the National Grassroots Media Corporation.

If you’re an author, speaker, presenter, or influencer with a passion to grow your audience in one of the fields within NGBN.tv, reach out to us today about developing your very own show or channel with us.