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Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Fuel Your Rise with Personal Development, Self-Improvement, Motivation, & Resilience#390: From Quarterback to Crime Boss to Keynote Speaker: Damon West’s Unimaginable Story of HopeHave you ever felt like your story was over—only todiscover it was just beginning? Damon West was sentenced to 65-years in a Texas maximum-security prison. But instead of letting that be the end of his story, he sparked a transformation—within himself and the prison around him—starting with a simple metaphor: a coffee bean.In this gripping episode, Damon shares the life-altering moment that helped him become a force for hope, leadership, and radical redemption behind bars. His journey will leave you questioning what’s really possible in the face of adversity.Wh...2025-05-0649 min
"Build" with Stephen ScogginsHow Pain Becomes the Fuel for Purpose with Damon WestDamon West was a star quarterback. A Capitol Hill staffer. A Wall Street stockbroker. And then he became a meth addict leading a burglary ring in Dallas. That spiral landed him a 65-year prison sentence. But prison didn't break Damon. It built him. In this raw and transformational conversation with Stephen Scoggins, Damon shares how addiction, identity loss, and self-destruction gave way to surrender, faith, redemption, and purpose. He breaks down how he rewrote his story inside a prison cell and how you can rewrite yours too, no matter how dark your past is. 2025-04-3050 min"Build" with Stephen ScogginsHow Pain Becomes the Fuel for Purpose with Damon WestDamon West was a star quarterback. A Capitol Hill staffer. A Wall Street stockbroker. And then he became a meth addict leading a burglary ring in Dallas. That spiral landed him a 65-year prison sentence. But prison didn't break Damon. It built him. In this raw and transformational conversation with Stephen Scoggins, Damon shares how addiction, identity loss, and self-destruction gave way to surrender, faith, redemption, and purpose. He breaks down how he rewrote his story inside a prison cell and how you can rewrite yours too, no matter how dark your past is. 2025-04-3050 min
The James Altucher ShowHow a 65-Year Prison Sentence Unlocked My Best Life | Damon West's StoryA Note from James:Oh my gosh. This guy was thrown in jail for 65 years—and he deserved it. You'll hear about his crimes and misdemeanors. He started as a superstar quarterback, high school and college hero turned meth addict, and eventually became a hardcore RICO gang criminal. Sentenced to essentially life in prison, Damon's story is genuinely one of the most inspirational I've heard. He's got a bunch of books out—his latest, Six Dimes and a Nickel: Life Lessons to Empower Change, just came out and refers to the 65-year sentence he received. You need to r...2025-04-231h 28
Unlocked with Savannah ChrisleyBe a Coffee Bean: A Journey To Redemption (feat. Damon West)Welcome to this week's episode of Unlocked! Join host Savannah Chrisley as she welcomes Damon West, a former inmate turned inspirational speaker and author. Damon shares his incredible journey from a life of crime and addiction to finding hope and purpose behind bars.Savannah and Damon discuss what led to his 65 year life sentence and the profound lesson he learned from a fellow inmate about being a "coffee bean", symbolizing the ability to change one's environment rather than being changed by it. Plus, Damon tells his life-changing encounter with Dabo Swinney. Damon's story is a testament to...2025-04-0856 min
God Behind BarsThe Power of Being a Coffee Bean: Damon West's Journey from Incarceration to RedemptionIn this powerful episode of the God Behind Bars podcast, listeners are taken on an extraordinary journey with Damon West, a man who transformed his life after facing a 65-year prison sentence. Damon shares his gripping story, from his successful high school football career to his descent into drug addiction and criminal activities, culminating in his arrest and incarceration.Through his experiences in prison, Damon encountered a mentor named Muhammad, who taught him the powerful metaphor of the "coffee bean" - the idea that one can change the environment around them, rather than being changed by it...2025-03-181h 10
THE ED MYLETT SHOWFrom Life Sentence to Life’s Purpose with Damon WestAre You Living in a Prison Without Bars?Some of the most locked-up people aren’t behind steel bars—they’re trapped in their own minds. My guest today, my friend Damon West, knows this better than anyone. Once a promising college quarterback, he spiraled into addiction and crime, ultimately sentenced to life in prison. But Damon didn't just survive—he transformed. He found a way to change his environment from the inside out, becoming what he calls a "coffee bean"—a force for change rather than a victim of his surroundings.Damon’...2025-03-111h 05
Background Check PodcastEP 201 "Take Your Shots" Interview with Damon WestEP 201 “Take Your Shots”
In this episode we do some shout outs and show art. We pray over some units that were hit by tornadoes, and we honor Eve from Real Vida.
Then we sit down with Damon West and share all that’s happened since his last time on the show, which was three years ago.
We talk about his new book “Six Dimes and a Nickel: Life Lessons to Empower Change” You can PRE-ORDER this book NOW on Amazon. It releases on July 29, 2025. https://a.co/d/aRCkk1L2025-03-052h 07
MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin DiefenderferDamon West: How Faith and Mental Toughness Helped Me Escape Prison | MTNPOD #99Damon West's life is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. A former college quarterback turned keynote speaker, Damon shares his remarkable journey from addiction and a 65-year prison sentence to personal transformation and redemption. In this episode, we explore his early life, athletic career, and descent into addiction, as well as his embrace of the life-changing "Coffee Bean" philosophy. Now a best-selling author, criminal justice professor, and international speaker, Damon inspires audiences worldwide with his message of hope and positive change.
Follow Damon West on YouTube @TheDamonWest and visit DamonWest.org to...2025-01-131h 05
CitySites Podcast NetworkThe Change Agent with Damon West and Nathan UnruhEvery once in a while, you run across a story about a person whose future is ruined. Such was the case with Damon West, he was to serve a life sentence for crimes he committed.God got ahold of his life in prison, and we tell the rest of the story in this episode. Damon, Nathan, and myself hope you will pass this along to people you think would benefit from Damon West’s testimony. Listen in as Damon shares his remarkable story … stay with it until the end, you won’t regret it. Challenging the Culture with Trut...2024-12-2749 min
The Rise Up Kings Podcast with Skylar LewisWhat Damon West Learned in PRISON That Changed His Life ForeverSend us a textDamon West's journey from a life sentence to becoming a beacon of hope is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of the Rise Up Kings Podcast, Damon shares his transformative "Coffee Bean" philosophy—a powerful lesson he learned in prison that teaches us how to transform our environment from the inside out. Discover how Damon turned his darkest moments into a mission of positive change, inspiring thousands worldwide. Tune in to learn how you, too, can become a catalyst for transformation in your own life and community.Connect with Damon We...2024-12-0450 min
The Real F Word7. Sentenced to Life in a Maximum-Security Prison | Damon WestJoe Grover sits down with Damon West—3-time Wall Street Journal best-selling author and one of America’s most sought-after speakers—to explore the devastating impact of failure and the power of redemption. Damon shares his journey from having it all to losing everything after receiving a life sentence in a Texas maximum-security prison (talk about FAILURE.) They unpack the hard-hitting lessons Damon learned during his seven years behind bars and how the transformative "Coffee Bean" mindset helped him rebuild his life. With profound insights on overcoming failure, Damon inspires everyday entrepreneurs to turn their lowest moments into fuel for su...2024-11-261h 02
The BraveHearted WomanHow to be Brave Amidst Life Chaos and Multiple Diagnoses with Julie WestIn this week's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am joined by Julie West, an accomplished author, Bible teacher, and media personality. Julie shares her powerful story of overcoming multiple life-threatening health diagnoses, including sarcoidosis, lymphoma, and spontaneous deafness, all while continuing her ministry and writing her latest book, Exiting Egypt: Lessons From the Life of an Exiled Prince. Julie opens up about the peace she experienced amid these challenges, describing how her faith carried her through the most difficult moments when she faced the possibility of blindness and deafness. Despite her hardships, she fo...2024-10-1430 min
The Faces of BusinessHelping Salespeople Beat the Sales Blues - Jeff West
In this episode of The Faces of Business, Jeff West, President of West Marketing Group, shares powerful strategies to help salespeople beat the sales blues.
Jeff West is a multi-award-winning author and sales expert with over 30 years of experience in sales, sales leadership, and business ownership. He specializes in transforming messages into memorable stories that resonate with audiences, inspiring and educating them through engaging business parables.
Check out the Blog post here: Helping Salespeople Beat the Sales Blues
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Light Up Your LifeBecoming a Coffee Bean with Damon WestIn this episode of the Light Up Your Life Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Damon West, a three-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author and USA Today’s “most in-demand speaker in America.”
Damon shares his captivating journey from a life of privilege to a 65-year prison sentence and how he transformed his life and the lives of those around him. Through the power of the coffee bean story, Damon learned that the power to change your life comes from within, not from external circumstances. His philosophy emphasizes that a positive mindset and attitu...2024-07-3136 min
In Search Of ExcellenceDamon West: How to Escape a Life Sentence | E120Damon West is an inspirational speaker, author, and college professor with an extraordinary story of redemption. A former college quarterback, Damon fell into meth addiction and organized crime, leading to a life sentence in a Texas prison. During his incarceration, he transformed his life, inspired by the metaphor of a coffee bean that changes its environment. Upon his release, Damon authored four bestselling books, including "The Change Agent" and "The Coffee Bean," which have sold over 10 million copies. Now a motivational speaker and professor at the University of Houston, Damon uses his journey from addiction and crime to inspire...2024-07-161h 14In Search Of ExcellenceDamon West: Sentenced to Life in Prison at Age 32 | E119Damon West is an inspirational speaker, author, and college professor with an extraordinary story of redemption. A former college quarterback, Damon fell into meth addiction and organized crime, leading to a life sentence in a Texas prison. During his incarceration, he transformed his life, inspired by the metaphor of a coffee bean that changes its environment. Upon his release, Damon authored four bestselling books, including "The Change Agent" and "The Coffee Bean," which have sold over 10 million copies. Now a motivational speaker and professor at the University of Houston, Damon uses his journey from addiction and crime to inspire...2024-07-091h 08
Street Cop PodcastEpisode 931: From Prison to Purpose: Damon West’s Journey of RedemptionIn this deeply moving episode of the Street Cop Podcast, join Dennis, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, as he speaks with Damon West about his remarkable journey from incarceration to empowerment. Damon shares his harrowing experiences with addiction, crime, and the criminal justice system, highlighting pivotal moments of intervention, imprisonment, and eventual parole. His path through inpatient rehabilitation and reintegration into society underscores themes of resilience and personal growth. Damon’s story expands to include his efforts in community outreach, reconnecting with supportive relationships, and navigating newfound attention after gaining public notoriety. Through heartfelt messages to those st...2024-07-0153 min
Small Changes Big ShiftsChanging the environment around you - a story of redemption with Damon WestWhen you’re aware, you’re halfway there. - Wendy Basch Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. He came from a great family, in a home full of God, love, support, and opportunities to reach any goal. A natural born leader, an athlete with good looks and charm, he appeared to be the all-American kid pursuing his dreams. Underneath this facade, however, was an addict in the early stages of disease. After suffering childhood sexual abuse by a babysitter at the age of nine, Damon began putting chem...2024-06-2331 minSmall Changes Big ShiftsChanging the environment around you - a story of redemption with Damon WestWhen you’re aware, you’re halfway there. - Wendy Basch Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. He came from a great family, in a home full of God, love, support, and opportunities to reach any goal. A natural born leader, an athlete with good looks and charm, he appeared to be the all-American kid pursuing his dreams. Underneath this facade, however, was an addict in the early stages of disease. After suffering childhood sexual abuse by a babysitter at the age of nine, Damon began putting chem...2024-06-2331 min
Nightmare Success In and OutThe Coffee Bean Man - Be the Change: Damon West
Damon West "Be The Coffee Bean", a former starting college quarterback at the University of North Texas, shares his story of overcoming addiction and incarceration. USA Today says Damon West is the modern day Shawshank Redemption. He was sentenced to 65 years in prison for his involvement in organized criminal activity of breaking into homes to feed his meth addiction. However, he had an awakening during his incarceration that arose from his conversation with a lifer about the prison yard being a boiling pot of water. Damon emerged as a changed man. He is now a Criminal Justice college professor...2024-06-131h 16
The 9th Grade ExperienceWhy You Should Be More Like a Coffee Bean with Damon West- S6E9Damon West, author of "The Coffee Bean," shares his inspiring journey from a 9th grader wanting to make varsity football in Texas to eventually serving a life sentence in a Texas prison and his ultimate transformation into a keynote speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist, college professor, and servant leader.
West reflects on his ninth-grade experience, highlighting the pressures of Texas high school football and struggling with math. Despite challenges, he excelled in sports to earn a college scholarship.
However, a career-ending injury derailed his plans, leading to a downward spiral of addiction and crime.
In prison...2024-02-2626 min
What's Your 1 More?Ep. 126 - College Football, Addiction, & Life In Prison | The Story of Damon WestBest selling author Damon West shares his incredible story of finding purpose and redemption amidst extreme adversity. From a promising football career cut short, to the temptations of addiction and a descent into crime, Damon recounts his struggles with raw honesty. We travel with him into the darkness of maximum security prisons ruled by ruthless gangs and constant violence, where a life-changing encounter leads Damon to rediscover faith and tap into the power of positivity. Despite the challenges, he perseveres - fighting for survival and seeking the courage to walk alone. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to...2024-01-1034 min
The Millionaire Real Estate Agent | The MREA Podcast09. Brewing Hope: Damon West's Inspirational Journey of the Coffee BeanIn today's show, we're venturing into a narrative so profound and unique that it's bound to halt you in your tracks. Picture this: a story that intertwines the extremes of love, redemption, and success with an astonishing twist – a 65-year sentence in prison. Yes, you heard that right.Our guest, Damon West, is not just an extraordinary individual; he's a beacon of hope and transformation. A world-famous author and a motivational speaker whose life experiences transcend the ordinary. Damon's journey is not just about falling and rising; it's about a metamorphosis that challenges the very essence of hu...2023-12-1859 min
It's a Good LifeS2E151 How to be an Agent of Change with Damon WestWhen faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform their situation, overcome challenges and create positive change. YOU WILL LEARN:· How he descended into a life of drugs and crime.· How the ‘coffee bean mindset’ transformed his life.· Why he now dedicates himself to being useful....2023-11-3038 minIt's a Good LifeS2E151 How to be an Agent of Change with Damon WestWhen faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform their situation, overcome challenges and create positive change. YOU WILL LEARN:· How he descended into a life of drugs and crime.· How the ‘coffee bean mindset’ transformed his life.· Why he now dedicates himself to being useful....2023-11-3038 min
It's a Good LifeQuick Cut: S2E151 How to be an Agent of Change with Damon WestIntroducing: QuickcutsFor the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation.When faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform...2023-11-2811 minIt's a Good LifeQuick Cut: S2E151 How to be an Agent of Change with Damon WestIntroducing: QuickcutsFor the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation.When faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform...2023-11-2811 min
Win Monday with Paul EpsteinFrom Prison to Podium: The Power of a Coffee Bean with Damon WestKey TakeawaysThe coffee bean story: A powerful metaphor for transformation, highlighting the ability to change one's environment and circumstances.The power of hope: Emphasizing the importance of maintaining hope, even in the darkest of times, as it can lead to personal growth and becoming the best version of oneself.The one-inch line: Learning to focus on what can be controlled, such as thoughts, words, feelings, and actions, leading to a transformative shift in perspective.The impact of belief: Damon's collaboration with influential coaches and renowned motivational speaker John Gordon showcases the power of belief and staying true...2023-10-1541 min
The Influential Personal Brand PodcastTurning Your Story Into A Message with Damon WestIn this episode, we explore the importance of turning your brand's story into a powerful message. We discuss how this process enables you to create emotional connections, stand out from competitors, build trust, engage your audience, and align with customer values. Join us as we dive into the incredible journey of Damon West, a renowned keynote speaker, and best-selling author. Damon's story of redemption, resilience, and determination has inspired countless individuals worldwide. During his time in prison, Damon experienced a life-changing conversation that sparked a spiritual awakening. This pivotal moment revealed his ability to transform his environment, much like...2023-08-0844 min
The GaryVee Audio ExperienceThe Power of A Rookie Mindset | A Talk with Damon WestIn today's podcast, I chat with keynote speaker and 3X best-selling author, Damon West. We start off by getting into Damon's back story – from his high school sports days to playing in college, getting injured, and ending up in finance. But that's where things take a turn, as Damon gets introduced to meth, ultimately becoming the leader of a crime ring that lands him a 65-year prison sentence. We chat about everything from the gift of gab to standing up for what you believe in. Damon and I also dive into how sometimes the best way to help someone is...2023-08-0336 min
The 3 Wins PodcastE39: Damon West: From Convict to Change AgentOur guest, Damon West, was once a promising Div. 1 quarterback. But his life took a drastic turn, spiraling into drug addiction and crime, leading him to a life sentence in prison.
It was at this lowest point that he found his path to redemption. Since being released on parole in 2016, Damon has made it his mission to share his powerful lesson of The Coffee Bean, a symbol of inherent hope and potential within us all.
Join us as Damon, now a best-selling author and keynote speaker, talks about his journey, his moment of enlightenment inspired by an unlikely prison mentor...2023-07-1351 min
The Mark Drager ShowDamon West: From a Life of Crime to a Life of Purpose, Damon West's Path to RedemptionIn prison, Damon got SOBER, went through a SPIRITUAL AWAKENING, and started down his true life’s calling which he continued to build on after his parole more than 7 years later. Within the confines of prison, Damon embarked on an awe-inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Stripped away from the clutches of addiction, he embarked on a path of sobriety, paving the way for profound change. In the depths of his confinement, Damon underwent a spiritual awakening, unearthing a deeper connection to his inner self and the world around him. This pivotal moment became the cat...2023-07-131h 19The Mark Drager ShowDamon West: From a Life of Crime to a Life of Purpose, Damon West's Path to RedemptionIn prison, Damon got SOBER, went through a SPIRITUAL AWAKENING, and started down his true life’s calling which he continued to build on after his parole more than 7 years later. Within the confines of prison, Damon embarked on an awe-inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation. Stripped away from the clutches of addiction, he embarked on a path of sobriety, paving the way for profound change. In the depths of his confinement, Damon underwent a spiritual awakening, unearthing a deeper connection to his inner self and the world around him. This pivotal moment became the cat...2023-07-131h 19
Back to LifeSeason 3, Episode 9: Damon WestFor this episode, Danny talks with keynote speaker Damon West. Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, vividly tells how he transformed the pot of boiling water that is a Texas maximum-security prison into a pot of coffee. During their conversat...2023-07-1146 min
Why Not Me?Episode 21: Damon West - Transforming Lives from the Inside Out. Life’s Second Chance to Create Change!
WOW! What an episode from Damon. This episode really makes to sit back and listen with intent as Damon tells his story of redemption and how he is now doing everything to serve and deliver The Coffee Bean message. Changing lives and making a difference each and every day.
A little about Damon:
Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2...2023-06-241h 00
The High Performance LifeChange The World, Don't Let The World Change You | Damon West My guest today, Damon West, was once a Division 1 starting quarterback, where he faced a devastating career-ending injury that led him down a destructive path of hard-core drug addiction and crime, ultimately resulting in a staggering 65-year prison sentence. However, during his time behind bars, Damon experienced a profound spiritual awakening that changed the trajectory of his life forever. Like a coffee bean undergoing a transformative process through heat and pressure, Damon discovered his ability to change the environment around him. Through a program of recovery and a renewed faith, he emerged from over seven ye...2023-06-1348 min
Mental Advantage PodcastEpisode 97: "The Coffee Bean", Damon WestThe MAP boys sit down with Damon West to hear one of the most fascinating and inspiring stories you will ever hear. Make sure you are sitting somewhere that you can take lots of notes as this one is packed full of life lessons. Damon tells us the story of his life and the lessons he has learned along the way. A story of an All-American kid who essentially has everything in life going his way yet he ends up on the streets of Dallas an addict and a thief. Damon grew up in a very loving and...2023-06-0254 min
Download Top Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentHow to be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change by Damon West, Jon GordonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/662223to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How to be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change
Author: Damon West, Jon Gordon
Narrator: Damon West
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 54 minutes
Release date: May 23, 2023
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
In How to be a Coffee Bean, bestselling coauthors of The Coffee Bean, Jon Gordon and Damon West, present 111 simple and effective strategies to help you lead a coffee bean lifestyle—one full of healthy habits, encouragement, and genuine happiness. From athletes to students and executives, countless individuals have be...2023-05-2354 min
Top Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentHow to be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change by Damon West, Jon GordonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/662223 to listen full audiobooks. Title: How to be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change Author: Damon West, Jon Gordon Narrator: Damon West Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 0 hours 54 minutes Release date: May 23, 2023 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: In How to be a Coffee Bean, bestselling coauthors of The Coffee Bean, Jon Gordon and Damon West, present 111 simple and effective strategies to help you lead a coffee bean lifestyle—one full of healthy habits, encouragement, and genuine happiness. From athletes to students and executives, countless individuals ha...2023-05-2330 min
Competitive Edge PodcastEp 90 - CHOOSE FAITH OVER FEAR: Overcome, Don’t OverThink w/ Brian Covey + Damon WestIt’s all about perspective and, on this episode of Finding Your Competitive Edge, guest Damon West spells out what that truly means!West started out in college as a Division 1 quarterback, but a career ending injury led him to working on a U.S Presidential campaign & in the stock market. Coping with the stress, long hours, and disappointments he felt took him down a path of hard core drugs. Damon West went from a life sentence in prison to a story of recovery, redemption, grit & determination to ch...2023-05-121h 06
Passive Income Through Multifamily Real EstateEpisode #289: Taking Full Advantage of a Second Chance at Life with Damon WestImagine being a D1 starting quarterback with the world at your mercy, then ending up a drug-addicted burglar living on the streets and being sentenced to life in prison, then leaving prison to become a prolific author, speaker, and college professor. Well, that’s the story of today’s guest, Damon West, and he is here to tell us all about the power of becoming a coffee bean! We hear about Damon’s background and how he ended up in prison before he shares the “coffee bean” tale of a prison encounter with one Mr. Jackson that changed his life forev...2023-04-1034 min
Tell Us A Good StoryEpisode 163: Damon West (Part II)Here is part 2 of an INCREDIBLE conversation with Damon West, co-author with Jon Gordon of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book, The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. At 20 years old, Damon West was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffered a career-ending...
The post Episode 163: Damon West (Part II) appeared first on Kevin + Steph.2023-03-3139 minTell Us A Good StoryEpisode 162: Damon West (Part I)Here is part 1 of an INCREDIBLE conversation with Damon West, co-author with Jon Gordon of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book, The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. At 20 years old, Damon West was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffered a career-ending...
The post Episode 162: Damon West (Part I) appeared first on Kevin + Steph.2023-03-2434 minIn Search Of ExcellenceDamon West: If We Lose Hope, We Lose All | E52Welcome to Part 2 of my amazing episode of In Search of Excellence featuring Damon West, a man with an astonishing life story. He was a former meth addict and head of an organized crime ring, sentenced to life in prison for his crimes.Today, he is a college professor at the University of Houston, an exceptional motivational speaker, and a best-selling author. His story is one of the most incredible and fascinating stories I’ve ever heard.In this episode, we’ll hear about his prison experience, life after prison, and the importance of n...2023-03-1442 min
Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan#299: The Simple Lesson To Create POSITIVE CHANGE, With Damon West Keynote Speaker & WSJ Best Selling AuthorIn This Episode You Will Learn About:
How you can become an agent of CHANGE in your own life
The coffee bean analogy that will insight the true power inside of you
Discovering LIGHT in your life during the darkest moments
How to keep hope ALIVE during your lowest points
Resources:
Website: damonwest.org
Read The Coffee Bean
Join The Coffee Bean Masterclass
LinkedIn & Facebook: @Damon West
Instagram & Twitter: @damonwest7
Youtube: @The Damon West Channel
Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com
If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence...2023-02-281h 11
betterHUMAN PodcastFrom a Life Sentence in Prison to Global Inspiration - Damon WestDamon West is an internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.”His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, vividly tells how he transformed the pot of boiling water that is a Texas maximum-security prison into a pot of coffee.At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffer...2023-01-3153 min
The Jon Gordon PodcastDamon West | How to be a Coffee BeanOn this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon is joined by Damon West, coauthor of "The Coffee Bean" and their latest book "How to Be a Coffee Bean: 111 Life-Changing Ways to Create Positive Change." Damon's story of being sentenced to life in prison to now sharing the message of the coffee bean is truly remarkable, and it shows what happens when you change your environment instead of letting your environment change you. Jon and Damon go in depth on Damon's story and share tips on how to be a coffee bean and live it out. Get Jon a...2023-01-2954 min
The CLS Experience with Craig SiegelThe Change Agent With Damon WestOn today’s Episode of The CLS Experience we have a very special treat. He’s a trailblazing college professor, internationally known keynote speaker AND a best selling author, no big deal. He’s a former Division 1 starting Quarterback for the University of North Texas before his life took a totally different path. He was once sentenced to Sixty-Five years in a Texas prison where he became a change agent, realizing just like a coffee bean he was capable of changing the environment around him. He emerged from prison a changed man and has since spoken to colleges, schools, busine...2023-01-241h 04
The Kelly Roach ShowHow Damon West Went From Ex-Convict To Living His 1% LifeIn today’s episode, I invite Damon West on the show to share his story of how he went from being a promising quarterback to becoming dependent on methamphetamines, being sent to jail, and then transforming his life to become a college professor and best-selling author. On May 18th, 2009, a judge sentenced Damon West to 65 years in a Texas prison. Back then, Damon was known as the Uptown Burglar: the ring leader of a group of addicts responsible for the uptown burglaries. Now he has evolved from being behind bars to being a global inspiration. Also in thi...2023-01-1925 minWhat's Your 1 More?Ep. 25 - Becoming the Change Agent with Damon West"Growth follows belief… But no one is gonna believe in you until you believe in yourself… then when someone else believes in you, that's when your life changes." Today’s guest is the best-selling author of The Coffee Bean and The Locker Room, Damon West. Damon had a dream of sharing his story with college football audiences. We explore how he turned this dream into reality through perseverance, self-belief, and connecting with the right people despite facing a life sentence and the horrors of prison. His memoir, The Change Agent, is currently in the hands of Lionsgate film and Dak Pre...2023-01-181h 21
"Build" with Stephen ScogginsHow Damon West Went From Life In Prison To Global InspirationWant to turn your life around? THIS is the conversation that will do it. If you want to learn about OVERCOMING EXTREME ADVERSITY, TRANSFORMATION and REDEMPTION, Damon West's story will move you. Former University of North Texas quarterback turned stockbroker Damon West eventually turned to burglary to fund his drug habit. His actions led to his arrest and a 65-year term in a high-security prison. In prison, Damon went through a major life TRANSFORMATION and SPIRITUAL AWAKENING. After 7 years, he was paroled and went into the world with a mission to inspire others with his message. 2023-01-1751 min"Build" with Stephen ScogginsHow Damon West Went From Life In Prison To Global InspirationWant to turn your life around? THIS is the conversation that will do it. If you want to learn about OVERCOMING EXTREME ADVERSITY, TRANSFORMATION and REDEMPTION, Damon West's story will move you. Former University of North Texas quarterback turned stockbroker Damon West eventually turned to burglary to fund his drug habit. His actions led to his arrest and a 65-year term in a high-security prison. In prison, Damon went through a major life TRANSFORMATION and SPIRITUAL AWAKENING. After 7 years, he was paroled and went into the world with a mission to inspire others with his message. 2023-01-1751 min
The Awake & Winning PodcastEpisode 188: From Life in Prison to Life of Purpose - Damon WestEpisode Highlights: the prison system, shifting your mindset, taking ownership and being accountable, empowering others, cancel culture Summary: Damon West has a truly remarkable story of grit and determination and shares the lessons he learned inside prison where he thought he would spend the rest of his life. In this episode, he and Kaylor discuss: Damon’s journey from being a college football player to addict, to criminal and eventually a prisoner sentenced to life Changing from victim mindset to a mindset of ownership The coffee bean story and being able to change your own...2023-01-161h 19
The Best You Podcast with Nick CarrierDamon West - The Importance of Showing Up for YourselfMy guest on this week's Best You Podcast episode is Damon West. Damon West is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” The Coffee Bean message has inspired thousands. Damon’s clients include such companies as Walmart, AIG, Chick-fil-A, Southwest Airlines, and sports teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Timberwolves, Clemson, Alabama and Georgia. The U.S. Army has even incorporated the #BeACoffeeBean mindset into their resilience training...2023-01-0936 min
Above The BusinessEpisode 178: The Coffee Bean with Damon WestIn this episode, Bradley interviews former organized crime leader and current keynote speaker, author, and college professor Damon West.Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all.Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.”His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World...2023-01-0243 min
Last In Line LeadershipEP213 FROM PRISON TO THE PODIUM | DAMON WEST | AUTHOR | SPEAKERHe spent several years in a maximum security Texas prison where his perspective and purpose changed forever. Damon West overcame drug addiction and the propensity for self-destructive behavior. He exchanged a criminal's lifestyle for a life-changing leadership born out of the coffee bean. Damon has written two books and is a renowned keynote speaker throughout the country. He speaks to major corporations, college and professional sports teams. You will love this discussion and forever change your view of life's mission and purpose.
TOPICS:
- BUSTED & LOCKED UP
- SURVIVAL
- FREEDOM
2022-12-1953 min
Impact Without LimitsS1: Special Feature: Damon West Part Two Life Outside of PrisonThis episode follows Part One of Damon West’s story. On Part One of this special feature episode, Brian and Dale introduced Damon West and shared his journey serving his sentence in prison. In part two of this special feature we will hear from Damon what happened once he got outside of those prison walls on November 16, 2015.Episode Highlights: Restarting life outside of prison.A letter from an old teacher.The “big” break.Entry into public speakingGod’s line vs our humble lineWhat happened to Mr. Jackso...2022-11-3042 minImpact Without LimitsS1: Special Feature: Damon West Part OneOn Part One of this special feature episode, Brian and Dale introduce Damon West who shares his story of going from a life sentence in prison to becoming an inspirational speaker, philanthropist, and best-selling author. Through Part one you will be introduced to Damon through his early life and background and walk with him through his journey within the walls of prison.Tune in on Wednesday for Part Two of this special feature episode, where Damon will discuss what happened when he got out of prison.2022-11-2828 min
All or Nothing in Real EstateHow to Be a Coffee Bean - Breaking down the story of Damon WestHow can you change the environment around you?Two weeks ago keynote speaker, Damon West took the stage and what he shared will change your life...In this weeks podcast episode we are breaking down How to be a Coffee Bean and how to apply this mindset in your business and come out on top...✅ What it means to be a coffee bean and how adapting this lifestyle will change everything for you✅ How Being a Coffee Bean is the key to surviving any market condition✅ The mindset you need t...2022-11-1817 min
Chasin' BirdiesAn Up n’ Down To Save Life - Damon WestWe all love to chase birdies on the course. Like golf, life has its ups and downs. That’s the case for Damon West. Author of “The Coffee Bean,” Damon has positively impacted thousands of people after his life was changed while in prison.The episode opens up with us diving into Damon’s early life. A football QB, Damon found himself addicted to drugs. While in some trouble with the law due to a criminal organization he was behind, his life was unraveling. We ask Damon about his life at the time and what went through his mind...2022-10-271h 05
Lead a Life You Can LoveOvercoming Adversity & Creating Positive Change with Damon WestIn this episode with Damon West you will hear all about his personal journey of overcoming extreme adversity, changing his mindset, reconnecting with his spirituality, becoming a servant leader & and ultimately a change agent. This episode is one you are sure to walk away from with some life changing pieces of advice. Damon is the author of The Change Agent which we will dive into during this episode along with a book he co-wrote called The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change written with Jon Gordon. Damon is also a philanthropist, a keynote speaker, an...2022-09-271h 00
Who Knew In The Moment?Damon West- Division 1 QB to Prison to World Changer! How To Bounce Back After Adversity Strikes!Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all.
Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, nationally known keynote speaker and best-selling author (with best-selling author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book and autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, was published just three years after his release from a Texas maximum-security prison.
At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the...2022-07-2642 min
Driving Vision Podcast with Sam D'ArcDamon West: Be A Coffee Bean Part 1 | EP27Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas Prison, Damon West once had it all. "Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.”His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, vividly tells how he transformed the pot of boiling water that is a Texas maximum-security prison into a pot of...2022-07-2550 min
Philosopher InsightsEp. 18_Are you the Carrot, the Egg, or the Coffee Bean?_Damon WestWelcome to today's Philosopher Byte, where I share an insight from Damon West who I only learned about after listening to Ed Mylett's podcast. His story is incredibly inspiring and after listening to his thoughts, I found this clip where he shares the story of the Carrot, the Egg, and the Coffee Bean.
Consider how differently carrots, eggs, and ground coffee beans are affected by the extreme adversity of being boiled. It's a great analogy for life. I have become a huge fan of resilience, overcoming obstacles, and anti-fragility and this analogy was a perfect example of the...2022-07-0114 min
THE ED MYLETT SHOWGreatest Life Transformation Behind Bars w/ Damon WestThis week's show is quite possibly the most incredible story I’ve ever heard. You are going to be riveted and you will never forget this conversation!13 years ago to the day that we recorded this interview, my guest was sentenced to life in prison! Yes, life in prison for my guest Damon West.Damon’s story will make you uncomfortable at times. But ultimately, his story is all about OVERCOMING EXTREME ADVERSITY, TRANSFORMATION, and REDEMPTION.Do you want to learn how to turn your life around? This interview Is a master class!2022-06-281h 13
The Frankie Boyer ShowDamon West, Stephen Mackey, E.C. Hanes, Helena FaustinDamon West & Stephen MackeyBOOK: The Locker Room: How Great Teams Heal Hurt, Overcome Adversity, and Build UnityWEBSITE: https://www.thelockerroombook.com/Damon West: damonwest.orgStephen Mackey: mackeyspeaks.comDamon West is a motivational speaker, author of The Change Agent, and co-author of The Coffee Bean and The Coffee Bean for Kids with Jon Gordon. Since The Coffee Bean released in 2019, West has grown his speaking platform into a nationally recognized brand. He is also a Professor of Criminal Justice at The University of Houston Downtown, teaching a class called "Prisons in...2022-05-1639 min
OWN YOUR SPACE65. Damon West: Be A Coffee BeanThank you for pressing the play button. I hope you find tremendous value in Episode 65, with Damon West.
His story is amazing!
Having every opportunity in life, Damon made some bad decisions, getting caught up in drugs and criminal activity which landed him in a Texas maximum security prison, sentenced to 65 years. After 7 years and 3 months he was released on Nov 16, 2015... on parole until 2073.
While in prison he adopted the "Be A Coffee Bean" mantra from a man named Mr. Jackson, which is about affecting a negative environment in a positive way.... and not letting the negative environment infect you.
"The...2022-03-1432 min
Embrace the Ultimate Storytelling Experience With Full AudiobookDie Kaffeebohne: Wie Sie sich entfalten und kraftvoll Ihr Leben verändern können Hörbuch von Damon WestHören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos beihttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 658786
Titel: Die Kaffeebohne: Wie Sie sich entfalten und kraftvoll Ihr Leben verändern können
Autor: Damon West, Jon Gordon
Erzähler: Carolin Kummer
Format: Unabridged
Spieldauer: 00:35:44
Sprache: Deutsch
Veröffentlichungsdatum: 02-25-22
Herausgeber: ABOD von RBmedia Verlag
Kategorien: Self Development, Health & Wellness
Zusammenfassung:
Der Bestsellerautor Jon Gordon und der aufstrebende Star Damon West liefern mit Der Kaffeebohne eine illustrierte Fabel, die den Lesern beibringt, wie sie ihre Umwelt verändern, Herausforderungen meistern und positive Veränderungen bewirken können. Das Leben ist oft schwierig. Es kann hart und...2022-02-2535 min
Intentional PerformersDamon West on Lessons Learned from PrisonDamon West is someone who believes in inside-out transformation. Today, Damon is a college professor who is nationally known keynote speaker and best-selling author. He travels the country sharing his message. But, it wasn’t always as bright for Damon as it is today. At 20 years old, he was a division one starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he then suffered a career ending injury, turning to hardcore drugs to cope with the disappointments of his life. After graduation, he worked in the US Congress where he was a national fundraiser on a US presidential campaign. He...2021-11-2454 min
Down Trails of VictoryS1 E11--Damon WestIntroducing our Keynote Speaker...Damon West, world-wide best selling author and motivational speaker, talks with Buck and Brad about...growing up in Port Arthur;attending school at Woodrow Wilson and Edison Middle Schools;attending Thomas Jefferson High School, where he was a three-year starting quarterback;his journey from college quarterback to convicted felon to redemption;the people along his life's path that believed in him;his mission to give back and effect positive change--a mission that has made him one of...2021-10-181h 31