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The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstWhy You're ALWAYS Anxious & How To Instantly Calm Your Mind | Ariel GartenAriel Garten is a neuroscientist, former psychotherapist, and co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing EEG headband trusted by over half a million users. She’s passionate about revolutionizing brain health through technology, and her work has helped improve meditation, sleep, and stress management. Ariel is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in top media outlets like CNN, Forbes, and The New York Times.
Today on the show we discuss: why your anxiety is a symptom and not a flaw, how to reduce anxiety in the short term and long term, simple ways to calm your regulate your ne...2025-07-1246 minThe Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow To Overcome Adversity & Win At Life In 2025Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and Christmas!Today you get a special treat as I am sharing an interview I did on my friend Erica Lippy's Passion Love Pursuit podcast. Hope you enjoy!Summary from Erica:Returning to the show, Doug Bopst shares his transformative journey from incarceration to personal growth. He discusses how adversity can be an advantage, emphasizing the importance of accountability and radical responsibility in overcoming challenges. Doug highlights the significance of building aligned relationships and maintaining a strong work ethic, particularly through fitness, as essential components of his...2024-12-261h 11The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow Sunlight, Lifestyle Changes & Fitness Transformed Guti’s LifeToday’s guest is Gerardo “Guti” Gutierrez, CEO and founder of MitoLux. After suffering from pre-diabetes, low testosterone, and depression, Guti became an avid reader and researcher in longevity and biohacking. Gerardo discovered the benefits of natural sunlight and fitness, and in just four months completely reinvented himself and changed his life. He started Mitolux to help others do the same.Today on the show we discuss: the amazing benefits of sunlight and why you may want to consider adding sunlight to your wellness routine; the ins and outs of red and infrared light and their potential therap...2024-10-3155 minThe Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstWarning Signs You’re Eating Too Much Sugar & How To Break The Addiction! | Dr. Robert LustigRobert H. Lustig, M.D., M.S.L. is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology, and Member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at UCSF. Dr. Lustig is a neuroendocrinologist, with expertise in obesity, diabetes, metabolism, and nutrition. Today on the show we discuss: the warning signs you’ve been eating too much sugar, what sugar addiction actually is and how to recover from it, common online misconceptions about “sugar” that you need to be aware of, Dr. Lustig’s position on fruit/fruit juice/smoothies, the macronutrient he believes you should really pay atte...2024-02-2658 minThe Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstThe #1 Reason You’re Always Distracted & How To Finally Stop Procrastinating | Nir EyalNir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. Nir previously taught as a Lecturer in Marketing at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. He is the author of two bestselling books, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. His books have resonated with readers worldwide, selling over 1 million copies in over 30 languages.Today on the show we discuss: why technology isn’t the main cause of distraction, what Nir believes is actually the root c...2024-02-0851 minThe Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstSavannah Chrisley Opens Up About Her Parents Incarceration, Mental Health, Fame & Prison ReformSavannah Chrisley is a reality TV star, social media influencer and host of the “Unlocked With Savannah Chrisley” podcast.Today on the show we discuss: How her childhood and reality TV impacted her mental health, what life is like for her after her parents incarceration, the surprising truth about fame, why Savannah is so passionate about prison reform, how Savannah maintains her faith and practices self care, and more. ⚠ D...2024-02-0550 min
The Work of WarriorsFrom Felony to Fitness, with Doug BopstInterview with Doug Bopst - a remarkable individual who has turned his life around from once being a felon to becoming a fitness coach, motivational speaker, and the host of the incredibly successful podcast, "The Adversity Advantage."In this enlightening conversation, Doug takes us on a journey through his own personal adversity. He shares his powerful story of redemption and resilience, detailing how he managed to overcome the dark days of his life while incarcerated for felony drug charges. Doug's transformation serves as a testament to the human spirit's capacity for growth and change.Throughout the episode...2023-10-1351 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstVanessa & Xander Marin On Building a Strong Emotional Connection With Your Partner & How To Effectively Communicate In Your RelationshipToday’s guests are Vanessa and Xander Marin. Vanessa is a licensed psychotherapist and has spent over 20 years as a sex therapist. She has bachelor’s degrees in human sexuality and sociology from Brown University and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. Xander is a regular dude who left a cushy career in tech once he realized it was more fun to talk about sex with his wife all day. He’s here to show you that you don’t need a graduate degree or a license to have extraordinary communication skills. Vanessa and Xander also host the highly pop...2023-02-091h 02
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDoug Evans On The Power Of “Sprouts” & Why They Are The Ultimate SuperfoodToday, we welcome Doug Evans. Doug is an early pioneer in the natural food industry in 2012. He co-founded Organic Avenue, one of the first exclusively raw organic and plant-based retail chains in the country. He then created and founded Juicero, the first fresh farm-to-glass automatic cold press juicer with the mission of bringing more fresh produce to the home. Doug has become quite popular recently as he wrote The Sprout Book in efforts to teach people about the power of sprouts and has written a transformative plan for sprouting. He's revolutionizing gardening and growing your own food right in y...2022-03-281h 05
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAlice Johnson On How Kim Kardashian Helped Trump Pardon Her & Why Criminal Justice Reform Is NeededToday, we welcome Alice Johnson to talk about her remarkable story as a former federal prisoner. From using her writing skills to change the lives of women inmates to being denied clemency multiple times and using faith to surpass her dark days. Now a free woman, she continues to advocate for the freedom of other women who share similar stories. Alice Marie Johnson is an American criminal justice reform advocate and former federal prisoner. She was convicted in 1996 for her involvement in a Memphis cocaine trafficking organization and sentenced to life imprisonment. In June 2018, After serving 21 years i...2022-01-201h 23
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDr. Gabrielle Lyon on Why You MUST Build Muscle to Optimize Your Health & How to Do it the Right WayToday’s guest is Dr. Gabrielle Lyon where we talk about how to build muscle mass the right way, common misconceptions about protein, and tips on how you can start your muscle building journey. Dr. Lyon received her doctorate in osteopathic medicine from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board-certified in family medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign where she studied vitamin and mineral metabolism, chronic disease prevention and management and the physiological effects of diet composition. Thanks to this episode's sponsors: Ea...2022-01-0655 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstBest of 2021 #4: Tony Horton - Creator of P90x Shares Why He Left Beachbody and His Journey of ReinventionFor this last week of 2021 (12/27-12/31) we have something special for you. Each day we will re-release one of the top 5 most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/3/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2021 #4: Tony Horton - Creator of P90x Shares Why He Left Beachbody and His Journey of Reinvention (Originally released 2/18/21) Today on the podcast I have the pioneer in the online program creation space and the man that helped put the company Beachbody on the m...2021-12-281h 21
The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst"Wellness Mama" Katie Wells On Parenting Tips To Reduce Stress, Increase Energy & Become Healthier As A FamilyToday's guest is Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC. Katie is the voice behind the highly popular brand "Wellness Mama" and The Wellness Mama podcast. She is A mom of six with a background in journalism and health and wellness. She took her health into her own hands and started researching to find answers to her own health struggles and her research turned into a blog and podcast that has turned into an amazing community. Katie has written over 1,500 blog posts, 3 books, and was named one of the 100 most influential people in health and wellness. What I disc...2021-12-231h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstThe Psychology of Forgiveness & Steps To Take To Forgive Anyone (Including Yourself) w/ Dr. Fred LuskinToday’s episode is an absolute MASTERCLASS on Forgiveness! Dr. Fred Luskin, Ph.D joins me today. He is the Director of the Stanford Forgiveness Projects and Senior Consultant in Health Promotion at Stanford University and is a Professor at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. He presents lectures, workshops, seminars and trainings on the importance, health benefits and training of forgiveness, stress management and emotional competence throughout the country. Dr. Luskin holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Health Psychology from Stanford University What I discuss with Dr Luskin: 0:00 Intro 2:27 Why d...2021-12-0953 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstKelly LeVeque On Avoiding the Comparison Trap, Healthy Eating Tips & Healing TraumaKelly LeVeque joins me today for round two on the pod! Things get a bit emotional as she shares about a traumatic experience that changed her life forever and what the healing process has looked like. We also talk about avoiding the comparison trap, top nutrition tips for individuals and families and more! Kelly LeVeque is a holistic nutritionist, wellness expert, and celebrity health coach, and - most importantly - a mom of two little boys based in Southern California. Guided by a practical and always optimistic approach, Kelly helps clients improve their health, achieve their goals an...2021-11-291h 09
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstFrom Drug Addict to Famous Mom Blogger & Social Media Star: The Redemption Story of Tiffany JenkinsToday's guest is Tiffany Jenkins. Tiffany is the hilarious genius behind “Juggling the Jenkins”. She has over 6 million social media followers and counting! Tiffany is a wife, mother, best-selling author, content creator and recovering addict. While she is best known for her funny viral Facebook and YouTube videos, Tiffany is incredibly passionate about bringing awareness to mental illness. She speaks shamelessly, openly, and honestly about her past and addiction, as well as her struggles with depression and anxiety and has been featured on national television shows like The Today Show and The Doctors. Some things that...2021-11-151h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstMark Wolynn On How To Heal & Break The Cycle Of Inherited Family TraumaMark Wolynn joins me on the show today. Mark is the director of the Family Constellation Institute in San Francisco and is a leading expert in the field of inherited family trauma. His book It Didn't Start With You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle was the winner of the 2016 Silver Nautilus Book Award in psychology and has been translated into 22 languages. His articles have appeared in Psychology Today, Mind Body Green, MariaShriver.com, and others. Some things Mark and I discuss: How the cycle of genera...2021-11-111h 08
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstMadison Prewett On How to Find Courage & Become Fearless When Life Gets Hard (& Lessons Learned from The Bachelor)Today’s guest is Madison Prewett. Madi is most notably known for being a finalist on Season 24 on ABC’s The Bachelor in 2020. But, what is most compelling about her is what she did before to prepare for that experience and how she has responded after. She now uses her social media platform of nearly 4 million to encourage and inspire others to stay true to themselves and become courageous regardless of the peer pressure or challenge that they are facing. Madi takes this same message to the next level in her new book “Made For This Moment: Standing Firm With St...2021-11-0849 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstSimon Hill On New Revolutionary Nutrition Research & Why Not All Science Is Created EqualMy guest today is my friend Simon Hill. Simon is a top nutritionist, working with folks like Chris Hemsworth, and hosts the Plant Proof podcast which is one of the top health & fitness podcasts in Australia. Simon is a true expert on all things nutrition—he has a Master's in nutrition science and has other nutrition degrees from places like Cornell. His new book, “The Proof Is In The Plants”, made its global debut earlier this week and is already a bestseller and sold out nearly everywhere. The good news is that you can still get his book on Audibl...2021-11-041h 57
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDirty John’s Terra Newell On the REAL Dirty John story, Her Healing Journey & How To Take Precaution While DatingTerra Newell is a real life hero, survivor and lucky to be alive. Terra was attacked on August 20, 2016 in her apartment complex by John Meehan, her mother’s estranged husband. Terra fought him off and ended up fatally wounding him while doing so. Her story is at the center of the highly popular series and podcast, Dirty John. She joins me on the podcast today to talk in-depth about what REALLY went down with the Dirty John story. Some things we discuss: How John Meehan presented himself initially and conned Terra’s family...2021-11-011h 01
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDave Hollis On How To TRANSFORM Your WORST Year Into Your BEST YearToday's guest is Dave Hollis. He Is the New York Times bestselling author of Get Out of Your Own Way, host of the Rise Together podcast, health & fitness enthusiast and online coach works to inspire others to take control of their lives and create a future of fulfillment and purpose. Dave’s history includes CEO of a media start-up, former president of sales & distribution for the film studio at The Walt Disney Company, a talent manager across film, tv & music, and work in the publicity, research, and technology fields across the entertainment sector. In today’s epis...2021-10-281h 02
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAlmost 30’s Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik On Finding Your “Why,” Spirituality & Becoming The Best Version of YourselfToday I am joined by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik. They are the co-hosts of the highly popular podcast, Almost 30. Almost 30 is the go-to podcast for heart-centered, hilarious conversations and real, raw, impactful interviews with brilliant guests. The show has been downloaded over 30 million times and has been hailed as “The Best Wellness Podcast to Listen To Right Now” by Covetuer and nominated for “Best Wellness Podcast” and “Best Spirituality Podcast” by iHeart Radio. In this episode, we take a deep dive into: The Importance of finding your “why” and how that will help you trust the pro...2021-10-251h 11
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAGT’s Matt Mauser On His Intimate Relationship With Kobe Bryant & Grieving The Loss Of His SoulmateMatt Mauser is a songwriter, solo artist, pop/rock bandleader having spent more than two decades onstage and writing music. As of late, music has also become therapeutic for Matt, who lost his wife Christina in the January 2020 helicopter crash that also killed NBA great Kobe Bryant. Kobe and Matt became close when he hired Matt to create music for some projects of his. Kobe and Christina also worked together, coaching a girls' basketball team at the Mamba Sports Academy. Their loss was tragic to so many and it was unspeakably tough for Matt. Matt’s latest hit...2021-10-211h 10
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTayler Harber on How Going to Prison For Armed Robbery Saved Her LifeTikTok star Tayler Harber on How Going to Prison For Armed Robbery Saved Her Life!!! Just 4 years ago 19 year old Tayler Harber thought her life was over when she went to prison for armed robbery. But, today she has gained over a million followers on Tiktok where she uses her platform to turn her pain into purpose. Tayler was a 3 sport athlete and a model student in grade school. But, after a fight in high school became quite public, Tayler was banned from playing sports her senior year and it devastated her. She went on to...2021-10-141h 58
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstScott Evans on What It Takes To Make Your Dreams a RealityAccess Hollywood’s Scott Evans joins me on the pod today. You may also recognize this highly passionate Emmy-nominated Entertainment journalist from hosting other shows like The World of Dance or OWN tonight on the Oprah Winfrey Network. The newest show he is MCing “America’s Big Deal” premieres on Thursday on the USA network. This show is the first-ever live, shoppable competition series that will help celebrate entrepreneurs from all backgrounds with a life-changing deal to help make their dreams come true. While you may think this convo will focus on celebrities given Evans's background, that is far from the...2021-10-111h 22
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow Discomfort Helps You Improve Your Mental Health, Build Confidence & Live Happier w/ Michael EasterMichael Easter is a leading voice on how humans can integrate modern science and evolutionary wisdom for improved health, meaning, and performance in life and at work. He travels the globe to embed himself with brilliant thinkers and people living at the extremes. He is the author of best selling book, "The Comfort Crisis" which has been adopted by Major League Baseball teams, top-ranked NCAA D1 football programs, top-tier universities and law programs, major corporations, tier-one military units, and more. Michael’s work has appeared in over 60 countries. It’s been endorsed by directors of the CIA...2021-10-071h 07
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstGetting REAL on Body Image, Athletics, Mental Health & Disordered Eating w/ Victoria GarrickToday’s guest is Victoria Garrick. Victoria is a former Division I volleyball player, TED Talk speaker, podcast host, and mental health advocate. She was a four-year starter at USC, where she won a PAC-12 Championship and finished her career with the top five most digs in program history. Today she has well over a million followers on her social media platforms, hosts the “Real Pod” podcast, has a TED talk that has been viewed over 370,000 times, and founded a mental health nonprofit, “The Hidden Opponent.” What is really inspiring about Victoria is...2021-10-041h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow To Have Faith When Life Gets Challenging w/ Dr. Tony Evans & Anthony Evans Jr.How To Have Faith When Life Gets Challenging!!! I am super excited to share today’s episode with you and I think you will get a lot out of it whether you are a Christian or not. My convo today is with the legendary Dr. Tony Evans and his son Anthony Evans. Many of you will recognize Dr. Evans, but for those who aren’t familiar he is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, founder, and president of The Urban Alternative, and author of over 100 books...2021-09-3052 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstThe Surprising Truth About Anxiety (& How It Can Be Healthy) w/ Dr. Wendy SuzukiToday’s guest is Dr. Wendy Suzuki. Dr. Suzuki is a Neuroscientist and Professor of Neural Science and Psychology at the Center for Neural Science at NYU. Her research heavily focuses on brain plasticity and she is best known for her extensive work studying areas in the brain critical for our ability to form and retain new long-term memories. Dr. Suzuki’s Ted Talk has more than 31 million views on Facebook and it was the second most watched Ted Talk of 2018. She has also penned two books. Her late...2021-09-271h 00
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDiscovering What Actually Makes You Happy & Drives You To Be Your Best w/ Jonathan FieldsToday’s guest is Jonathan Fields. Jonathan is the best selling author of multiple books as well as the host/executive producer of the extremely popular podcast, The Good Life Project. Jonathan’s work has been featured widely in the media, including The New York Times, FastCompany, The Wall Street Journal, Inc., Entrepreneur, Forbes, Oprah Magazine, Elle, Allure, The Guardian, and many others. Much of our discussion in this episode revolves around his latest book “SPARKED: Discover Your Unique Imprint for Work That Makes You Come Alive” which is designed to help you discover what actually...2021-09-231h 09
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstSocial Media Sensation Kat Stickler on Conquering The Fear of Judgment, Owning Your Life & Never Giving UpToday’s guest is Kat Stickler. She is one of the fastest-growing content creators and TikTok stars out there. You may recognize Kat from her hilariously viral videos on TikTok where she has nearly 8 million followers. Her videos are not only meant to help others laugh but also to provide hope and inspiration for her audience to become the best version of themselves. Our convo today dives deep into some parts of Kat and her journey that you may not be as familiar with. She and her husband built an enormous social...2021-09-2054 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAnna Lembke, MD on The REAL Connection Between Science, Addiction & RecoveryToday’s guest is one of the world’s leading experts on the neuroscience of addiction and recovery. Anna Lembke MD is Chief of the Stanford Medicine Dual Diagnosis clinic and Professor and Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Lembke has testified before Congress and consulted with governors and senators from Kentucky to Missouri to Nevada. You may also recognize her from her appearance on the hit Netflix movie “The Social Dilemma.” Aside from this, Anna has also written two books: “Drug Dealer MD” and her latest book, The New York Times bestseller “Dopamine Natio...2021-09-161h 13
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow to Get Out of a Rut & Get Motivated w/ Bachelor Nation's Mike JohnsonToday’s guest is Mike Johnson. You may recognize Mike from his appearance on Season 15 of The Bachelorette or perhaps from Season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise. You have also listened to his new hit podcast “Talking it Out.” I must say what most intrigued me about Mike wasn’t his reality television career, it was his backstory and how well he articulates the exact steps he used to get him out of one of the darkest moments in his life which we can all relate to. Mike quickly faced some unforeseen adversity as a kid as he was...2021-09-131h 11
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDWTS Cheryl Burke on Recovering From Addiction, Body Dysmorphia & Toxic RelationshipsToday’s guest on the show is Cheryl Burke. You might recognize her from reoccurring role as a professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars which she will make her 24th appearance on in just a few weeks. What really inspires me about Cheryl is her recovery journey and her willingness to share so openly. She has gone through and overcome a lot. The trauma started by witnessing her parents divorce and being molested all before she entered Elementary school. This led to more debauchery as she found herself in and out of toxic relationships, not...2021-09-091h 03
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow to Heal From Trauma w/ Dr. Nicole LePera, Dr. Shefali & Gabby BernsteinToday's episode is going to focus on developing self awareness, healing trauma, boundaries, breaking free from old toxic patterns and creating new healthy ones. To do that, I have 3 of the best healing experts on the planet to provide insights on these subjects so that you can heal from your past and become your absolute best. You will hear parts of 3 previously released episodes with Dr. Nicole LePera, Dr. Shefali and Gabby Bernstein. The first part will feature a section from my previous chat with clinical psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Nicole LePera aka The Holistic Psychologist...2021-09-061h 34
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow to Improve Your Gut Microbiome, Brain Health & Immune System w/ Dr. Emeran MayerToday’s guest is world-renowned gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer. Dr. Mayer is a distinguished research professor in the Departments of Medicine, Physiology, and Psychiatry at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He has over 35 years of experience studying how the mind and gut interact and how it all pertains to health and disease. His work has been supported by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and has published over 370 peer-reviewed scientific articles. He has also written two books of his own including The Mind-Gut Connection and his newly released book the Gut Immune connection. 2021-09-021h 28
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow to Know If You're Addicted to Love w/ Brianne DavisHave you ever cheated on your partner? Or flirted with people that you didn’t like or using people for attention? Or perhaps you continue to bounce from relationship to relationship? Maybe you feel like you can’t be happy unless you’re getting attention or in a relationship? If you answered yes, you MAY classify as being a sex or love addict. But don’t worry, the conversation today will help you better understand if you really are one and what you can do about it. Today’s guest is Brianne Davis...2021-08-301h 12
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstJake Paul's Sparring Partner Anthony Taylor on Training with Jake, His comeback Story & Who Will Win This SundayBy now I am sure you have heard of Jake and Logan Paul and how they are taking the sport of boxing to a whole new level. As you know, I have the utmost respect for anyone who puts themselves out there to achieve what they want in life and this is no different. With that said, Jake will face by far his toughest opponent yet, former UFC champion Tyron Woodley this Sunday. Tyron is a seasoned striker and much more experienced than any of the others that Jake has defeated. How does he prep for this? How does...2021-08-2548 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHaving & Raising a Child In Prison, Losing & Regaining Custody & How She Rebuilt Her Life After Incarceration w/ Jen CuttingOne of my favorite conversations to have on the show are those that amplify incredible stories of recovery and hope. Jen Cutting has one of the wildest and most inspirational stories I have ever come across. Today Jen has been sober for nearly 4 years, is a recovery warrior, and works closely with the prison system to help other women. This would have seemed nearly impossible not long ago as Jen has been incarcerated multiple times for drug-fueled felony charges. In fact, she even had and raised her daughter while she was in prison. Today she will walk you through...2021-08-231h 35
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHow to Master Risk Taking, Changing Direction & Overcoming Failure w/ Sukhinder Singh CassidyToday’s episode welcomes Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, a leading technology executive and entrepreneur, board member, and investor with twenty-five years of experience in founding and helping to scale companies, including Google, Amazon, and Yodlee. Most recently, she served as president of StubHub, which sold in 2020 for $4+ billion right before the pandemic and thrived under her leadership. She has been profiled in Fortune, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Business Week, and The New York Times, among others. She has been named one of Elle’s Power Women, one of the Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company, and one of t...2021-08-191h 06
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstNetflix Star Harry Jowsey On How to Become Comfortable in Your Own Skin and Develop Unbreakable ConfidenceToday on the show I have TikToker, Podcast host and Netflix star Harry Jowsey . You may recognize Harry from the hit show, Too Hot to Handle, or Perhaps you may also have seen his viral social media content or listened to his thriving podcast, Tap in with Harry Jowsey. Harry has also been featured on a few of the biggest podcasts that exist including Call Her Daddy with Alex Cooper, BFFs with Josh Richards and Dave Portnoy and Impaulsive with Logan Paul. Today I try to I take our convo down a sl...2021-08-1653 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstThe Health Trends & Hacks That Actually Matter w/ mindbodygreen's Jason & Colleen WachobToday on the show we have Jason and Colleen Wachob founders of mindbodygreen. mindbodygreen is essentially a health and wellness conglomerate that reaches millions of people worldwide through their website, social media and podcast. mindbodygreen has been around for over a decade. I believe this is a result of their continued commitment to community and addressing all pillars of health. I also believe it’s a result of their incredible panel of contributing experts, In today’s chat, Jason and Colleen share each of their own health scares and how they led th...2021-08-121h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstMastering Your Response to Stress and Anxiety: A Convo With 3 Top NeuroscientistsToday I have three of the top neuroscientists on the planet to help you better understand and manage your stress, anxiety and brain health. You will hear parts of 3 previously released episodes with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Dr. Jud Brewer, and Dr. Andrew Huberman. The first part will feature a section from my previous chat with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D. She stands among the top 1% most cited scientists globally for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. Her TED talk on emotions has been viewed over 6 million times. In this section, she explains the science a...2021-08-091h 43
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDhar Mann Actor Vinn Sander on His Acting Journey, The Power of Fitness & Tools for Handling UncertaintyToday on the show I have actor Vinn Sander. Vinn plays the lead role in many of the films that are created and produced by Dhar Mann. For those who aren’t familiar with Dhar Mann, he is a mission-driven entrepreneur with 52 Million+ followers, 22 Billion+ views & one of the highest viewed content creators in the world. A good portion of these views come from his life-changing purpose driven films that address various topics that are relevant in society today. Vinn has been with Dhar Mann since nearly the beginning. He comes on the show today to chat ab...2021-08-0555 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstA Deep Dive on Goal Setting, Human Optimization and Life Transformation w/ Onnit Chief Fitness Officer John WolfToday’s guest is John Wolf of Onnit. Onnit is an Austin, TX-based health and wellness brand focused on encouraging a peak level of performance through the best in nutritional supplementation, health-conscious foods, and unconventional fitness equipment and training. John Wolf is Onnit's Chief Fitness Officer, and an expert in unconventional training methods such as kettlebell, steel club, and suspension training. With 16-plus years of experience in the fitness industry, he has worked with rehab clients and athletes of all levels including Joe Rogan. He moves like Spider Man and can deadlift more than 500 pounds any...2021-08-021h 30
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstNadine Artemis on Toxic Household Products to Avoid, Holistic Dental Care & Using Essential Oils to Fight Stress and AnxietyToday's guest is Nadine Artemis. Nadine is an author, aromacologist/formulator, and a thought leader in the health and wellness and beauty space. Nadine is also the founder & CEO of Living Libations which is a luxury line of serums, elixirs, and essentials oils for those seeking the purest of the pure botanical health and beauty products on the planet. I have been wanting to have a conversation for some time on the show with regards to toxic beauty and household products and felt that given her expertise, experience, and compelling story Nad...2021-07-291h 14
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstBrad Lea on The Steps to Take to Optimize Your Mindset & Guarantee SuccessToday on the show I have the dynamic and charismatic Brad Lea. He is the founder and CEO of LightSpeed Vt as well as the host of the highly listened to podcast, Dropping Bombs. Brad is known for being one of the top sales trainers on the planet and for providing no BS advice on life and business that will make you think twice about the choices you make. Our conversation today gets into Brad’s 5 factors that will guarantee anyone success as well as how to let go of old friends and create new conn...2021-07-2652 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstA Masterclass on Drug Addiction ( & Recovery) w/ Heather Hayes, Mike Majlak & Arielle LorreToday’s episode is not only timely but truly one of the most impactful and informative conversations you might hear. This conversation is about drug addiction. A report recently released that stated there were over 93,000 drug overdose deaths in 2020 which is nearly a 30% increase from the year before. My fear is that these numbers will continue to climb. This episode is going to be a masterclass on drug addiction and recovery. It is going to feature different parts from three previously released conversations surrounding these topics. We will talk statistics, causes and solutions. You will disco...2021-07-2200 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDrew Manning on How to Actually Lose Weight and Overcome Addiction For GoodToday’s guest is Drew Manning. Drew is a personal trainer, a New York Times Best Selling author and a podcast host. He is most notably known for his “Fit2Fat2Fit” journey where he purposely gained and lost over 60 lb to better understand himself, his clients and what it actually takes to achieve and maintain weight loss. We get into to the why, how and what of his weight loss journey as well as the lessons gained from doing it. I ask him if there was ever a moment where he was ready to give up...2021-07-191h 06
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstJessica Zweig on The Secrets To Creating a Brand That Lasts (And Why Everyone Must Build One)Today’s guest is Jessica Zweig. Jessica is a branding expert and best selling author of “Be. A No Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self-worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself." The book is a direct reflection of our conversation today as well as the principles and tactics she lives by and teaches at her premium branding agency Simply Be. Jessica has worked with many A-list companies including Google, Nike, and Microsoft just to name a few. Our discussion today is a masterclass on personal branding. We talk about why eve...2021-07-1554 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstGabby Bernstein on How to Shift Negative Thinking, Align With Your Highest Self & Manifest What You WantToday’s podcast is with thought leader and personal development powerhouse Gabby Bernstein. Gabby is a #1 New York Times Best Selling author and has written 8 books including “Super Attractor” and “The Universe Has Your Back.” She is also the host of the rapidly growing “Dear Gabby” podcast where she provides real-time coaching advice as well as conversations with inspirational guests. I tried to take our conversation down a slightly different path as we open our discussion with Gabby pulling one of her mantra cards to help set the tone for our chat. We then wasted no time getting into different parts...2021-07-1238 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstRobert Cheeke and Matt Frazier on How to Get Healthy and Strong (While Being Plant Based)Today’s conversation welcomes Robert Cheeke and Matt Frazier co-authors of the newly released NYT best selling book, “The Plant based athlete.”Robert is a former champion bodybuilder, a long time vegan and founder of veganbodybuilding.com. The guy has put on a whopping 100 lb all while abstaining from animal products. Matt is also a veteran plant-fueled machine but has made his mark in the world of endurance sports as a marathoner and ultra runner. Matt is also the man behind the highly popular blog nomeatathlete.com. Together they have written a book filled with science...2021-07-081h 21
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstKelly Corrigan on Why You Must Listen More and Ask Better Questions To Build an Unbreakable Connection With Your Kids (Or Anyone Else)Today’s guest is Kelly Corrigan. Kelly has written four New York Times bestselling memoirs in the last decade, earning her the title of “The Poet Laureate of the ordinary” from the Huffington Post and the “voice of a generation” from O Magazine. She is also the host of the highly popular podcast, Kelly Corrigan Wonders as well as the PBS hit show “Tell Me More” where she has interviewed people such as Jennifer Garner and James Corden. Kelly recently gave a commencement speech to the 2021 graduates of the Walker School where she shared some life-changing w...2021-07-051h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstLight Watkins on How to Easily Meditate, Trust Your Intuition and Embrace DiscomfortToday’s guest is Light Watkins. Light is an author, thought leader, speaker and podcast host. But he is perhaps most recognized for being one of the world’s leading meditation experts. I initially heard of his work from one of my best friends, Billy Delorbe. Billy knew that I struggled to stay consistent with meditation and recommended Light’s book “Bliss More.” I instantly felt connected to him. The book is undoubtedly a game-changer for those looking to start or enhance their meditation practice. Throughout the years, Light has continued to challenge hi...2021-07-011h 02
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAdam "Smiley" Poswolsky on How to Create Connection and Rebuild Relationships in an Age of Loneliness and IsolationHow to Create Connection and Rebuild relationships in an Age of Loneliness and Isolation!!!! One of the hardest things about these last 15 months or so has been the inability for many to see loved ones, friends and co-workers in person. Things like loss of connection and feelings of loneliness and isolation have caused so much havoc on the health of so many people and social media and technology have quickly risen to take the place of these interpersonal connections which isn’t the greatest alternative. While the pandemic could be the easy...2021-06-2455 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDr. David Rabin On How to Train Your Brain To Decrease Anxiety Faster and Manage Stress BetterToday's guest is Dr. David Rabin, MD, PhD. Dr. Rabin is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and health tech entrepreneur who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for more than a decade. He is also the co-founder & chief innovation officer at Apollo Neuroscience, which has developed the first scientifically validated wearable technology that actively improves energy, focus & relaxation, using a novel touch therapy that signals safety to the brain. Dr. Dave has always been fascinated by consciousness and our inherent ability to heal ourselves from injury and illness. With that said, he has s...2021-06-211h 08
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstFarrah Brittany on Navigating Body Image Issues, Dealing With Haters, Building Confidence and Real Estate Trends That May Surprise YouFarrah Brittany joins me on the show today. Farrah is one of the top realtors in Los Angeles and as well one of the founding members of The Agency, a luxury real estate firm. Farrah is also the daughter of reality TV star Kyle Richards so you may recognize her from her appearances on the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” Since the start of her career, Farrah has impressively helped close more than $386 million in overall sales. Her early success earned her the 2014 Outstanding Rookie Award from LuxuryRealEstate.com as well as Rookie Salesperson of the Ye...2021-06-141h 14
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstLuke Storey on Addiction, Sobriety, Plant Medicine and Healing TraumaLuke Storey is the host of the highly popular The Life Stylist Podcast. He is also a writer and meditation/metaphysics teacher whose passion revolves around the topics of health, addiction, recovery and spirituality. Today Luke is a thought leader in the health and wellness space. But this wasn’t always the case. His history involves not only healing and recovery but also tremendous pain, trauma and addiction. His crippling addictions to multiple drugs including heroin and crack led him to living in a transient apartment building in Los Angeles self medicating with alcohol to handle...2021-06-101h 32
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDr. Shefali on Healing Toxic Patterns, Setting Healthy Boundaries, Conscious Parenting and Embracing DivorceToday’s conversation is going to challenge you. It’s going to push you and hopefully open your eyes to different perspectives on subjects like divorce, healing, boundaries, parenting and relationships. My guest is not only a New York Times best selling author, she is also a clinical psychologist whose work focusing on parenting, family dynamics and mindful living is flat-out revolutionary. I am so excited to interview Dr. Shefali. You may be familiar with her paradigm-shifting books including “The Conscious Parent”. Her newest book “A Radical Awakening” will be the focus of our chat today. Dr. Shefali’s unique ability...2021-06-0751 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstCyrus Khambatta - Insulin Resistance Explained (And How to Reverse It)88 million Americans are pre-diabetic and of those 88 million, 84% have NO IDEA that they are pre-diabetic! So I couldn't of a better time to release this episode!!! Today I had the pleasure of talking to Cyrus Khambatta Ph.D, internationally recognized nutrition fitness coach and co-founder of Mastering diabetes. Which is also the name of his New York Times bestseller book. Cyprus takes us through his incredible journey as a type one diabetes survivor and explains how his ailing health inspired a drastic change to his diet plan as w...2021-05-241h 46
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstGretchen Rubin - Use This Personality Test to Better Understand Yourself, Improve Your Relationships and Live HappierGretchen Rubin is one of the most influential and thought-provoking experts on the subjects of happiness and human nature who has written multiple New York Times best selling books and hosts the highly popular Happier with Gretchen Rubin podcast. To add to her list of impressive accolades, Gretchen started her career as a lawyer and eventually worked her way up to become a clerk for a Supreme Court Justice until she had an epiphany and realized that she wanted to be a writer. She touches on this in today’s episode but most of our time is spent chatting ab...2021-05-101h 13
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAlex Warren - How Creating Videos Helped Save His Life and Achieve Financial FreedomAlex Warren is a popular YouTuber, TikTok star and internet celebrity who co-founded the famed content house, “The Hype House” The crazy part is just a few years ago Alex was homeless. On today's podcast, Alex shares how he went from homeless and dead broke to one of the most famous Internet personalities in the world all before his twenty- first birthday. Listen in to hear how he turned tragedy and trauma into triumph at such a young age. Highlights: How he started filming videos at just 11 years old (shortly after his fath...2021-05-061h 07
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstLouisa Nicola - Neuroscientist Reveals How to Sleep Better and Manage Your Stress and EmotionsToday’s guest is Louisa Nicola. She is a trained clinical neuroscientist, the founder of Neuro Athletics and works one on one with professional NBA, MLS and NFL players to enhance peak brain performance. I am not sure which is more inspiring: her wealth of knowledge and expertise or her incredible story. Louisa grew up training competitively as a triathlete in Australia. One day while she was on her bike training for the triathlon world championship, a car struck her leaving her knee ruptured and shattering her dreams of competing. She was told by a docto...2021-04-221h 07
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTim Storey - Take These Steps To Develop a Miracle Mentality, Believe in Yourself and Make a ComebackTake These Steps To Develop a Miracle Mentality, Believe in Yourself, and Make a Comeback!!! More often than not, what holds you back isn’t the obstacle or setback itself, it’s the lack of belief in yourself to overcome it. With that said, this podcast is going to give you the exact steps needed to get you through hard times, develop belief and confidence in yourself and create the ultimate comeback. My guest today is Tim Storey. Tim is an author, pastor, speaker, and renowned life coach an...2021-04-1244 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTracy Tutor - How to Deal With Your Biggest Fears So That You Can Crush it Personally and ProfessionallyMy guest today is Tracy Tutor -- a top real estate agent at Douglas Elliman Beverly Hills, consulting with some of the world's top architects and developers. She is the first and only female cast member on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing LA which premiered its 12th season in June 2020. Tune into this episode and learn the importance of speaking up, selling yourself with the utmost confidence, overcoming your biggest fears in order to crush it personally and professionally and much more. Topics we discussed: Tracy’s transition in being a 21 year old who wan...2020-12-1749 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstChristine Hassler - How to Heal From Your Past and Set Yourself FreeHow to Heal Your Past and Set Yourself Free!!!! Unfortunately, most people are chasing external validation and haven’t healed from their past. The lack of forgiveness for themselves and others can rob anyone from experiencing authentic joy and fulfillment. We all have insecurities — it may stem from what we see on social media, something painful that we experienced in childhood or in a previous relationship. If left untreated, these inner demons can lead to deep levels of anxiety, fear, depression and stress. So with that being said, I have the perfect...2020-11-2644 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDavid Nurse - The Secrets to Cultivating True ConfidenceIf you are self-conscious and struggling on how to be more confident with yourself, this is a MUST LISTEN! My guest today is none other than David Nurse — an NBA life and optimization coach, future bestselling author, and worldwide motivational speaker. As a former professional basketball player (both international and domestic) and a coach for the Brooklyn Nets, David has personally helped over 150 NBA players with their personal and professional development both on and off the court. In this episode, we will be talking about his so-called 7 Steps...2020-11-021h 12
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstGary Vee - How to Transform Your Biggest Adversities into Massive AdvantagesGary V is on the show today! Today on the show is the man himself, serial entrepreneur, best selling author and founder of Vaynermedia, Gary Vaynerchuk. I was a guest on his show "Tea with GaryVee," on August 25, 2020 and this is the audio recording of our conversation. We talked about Gary's toughest moments as an entrepreneur and how he overcame them, how to breakthrough with content in a noisy world AND how your shadows and past CAN become your PRISON if you don't own them. Lastly, we dove into some tactics on how you can u...2020-08-3122 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDr. Andrew Huberman - The Surprising Truth About Stress (And How it Can Actually Be Healthy)Dr. Andrew Huberman: The Surprising Truth About Stress (And How it Can Actually Be Healthy) THIS EPISODE WILL BLOW YOUR MIND! Do you want to know the surprising truth about stress and how it actually can benefit your health? Then, you will not want to miss today's episode with neuroscientist, Dr. Andrew Huberman! Dr. Huberman is a neuroscientist and tenured Professor of Neurobiology ophthalmology at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He is also the host of the highly popular podcast, The Huberman Lab podcast. In this epis...2020-08-181h 01
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstStefanos Sifandos - Confronting the Inner Child (and How to Heal it)*SUMMARY* In this episode, I engage in an explosive chat with Relationship Expert Stefanos Sifandos who helps us understand the importance of doing the inner work on ourselves as evolving humans. In very simple practical steps, the “Relationship Alchemist” teaches us how to deal with the inner child which keeps most adults stuck in unhealthy cycles and patterns. It’s time to break free. Enjoy the listen! *SHOW NOTES* There’s a child inside every one of us which needs to be understood and worked upon for wholesome adult life. My Guest on t...2020-08-1456 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstCourtney Friel - Surviving Addiction and a Pandemic as a News AnchorCourtney Friel: Surviving Addiction and a Pandemic as a News Anchor Courtney Friel is news anchor,best selling author and sobriety warrior who's been in recovery for more than 10 years. I first met Courtney when I was interviewing different individuals for my book The Heart of Recovery. Courtney’s recovery journey. It was a 15 year party lifestyle for Courtney when she was working as a news anchor and reporter. Courtney had a work hard play hard identity. The parties she attended were characterised by alcohol, cocaine and pills. ...2020-08-0749 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstSal Di Stefano - Building a Business Based on Integrity and TeamworkBuilding a Business Based on Integrity and Teamwork Sal Di Stefano is one of the three podcast hosts of the highly acclaimed Mind Pump Podcast. They sell workout programs to their clients through the Mind Pump Media brand. Sal’s bio As he was getting into high school, Sal had a frail, slim body which sprouted a lot of insecurities in him. Always solution oriented, Sal had a growth mindset that pushed him into working out as a way to change his physique. Exercise has ever since been t...2020-07-3158 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAngie Lee - The Compelling Story Behind the Marketing NinjaThe story of Angie Lee has grown on me through the years and she has come highly recommended by many to come on the show. Today we made that happen. We unpack Angie's journey of how her childhood inspired her own personal transformation which included dropping out of college and the corporate world on blind faith to becoming a SEVEN FIGURE serial entrepreneur through her top rated podcast, blog, courses, events and CBD company. She also the author of her new book “Ready is a Lie,” which will be released soon. Bio:...2020-07-2849 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstChristy Wright - How To Make Money Doing What You LoveIn this episode I have none other than Ramsey Personality, Christy Wright on the show to walk you through step by step on how to build a business that's sustainable, enjoyable and mission driven. You will learn how failures, self care and confidence are necessary pillars in order to achieve success. After listening to this, you will have what it takes to finally create the dream business you have always wanted to. Christy Wright is a #1 national best-selling author and inspiring personal development speaker. As the author of Business Boutique: A Woman’s Guide to Making Money Doin...2020-07-1735 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHeather Monahan - The Ultimate Guide to Creating True Confidence Today on the show I have none other than self confidence expert Heather Monahan where we dive deep into her story and how it allowed her to cultivate confidence in the most unapologetic way. Listen in as she provides you with a step by step guide on how you can rebuild yourself from the ground up and live the life of your dreams. Heather is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and founder of Boss In Heels. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years, Heather Monahan is one of the few women to break the gl...2020-07-1046 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDamon West - From Life in Prison to Becoming a Coffee BeanThis story is one of the most inspiring you will EVER hear. 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 pr...2020-06-1641 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAngelica Grace - Becoming a Glowing Light Through Shattered DarknessSuper excited to have my friend Angelica Grace on the show today. Angelica is a psychic medium, and author, and intuitive coach. She will help you gain clarity on getting through the darkness, giving you clear insight into your true selves, and connecting you with loved ones and their important messages for you. She is the author of Graceful: A Soul’s Journey, which can give you more insight into her own self-transformation from dark to light with the help of her guidance system. Angelica has dedicated her life to helping all those who need extra support while...2020-06-1242 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDanette May - Stepping Into Self love Through HealingToday I sit down with holistic healing health icon Danette May. We spoke about her journey, the power of forgiveness, nutrition and all things adversity. Danette is the founder of Mindful Health LLC, Earth Echo Foods and The Rise movement. She is a world-renowned motivational speaker, author of The Rise and other health and women's empowerment books, former celebrity fitness trainer, wife, and mother. Since 2011, she has helped transform the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual lives of millions of people around the world by focusing on healing foods, healing movement, and a healing mind. Her journey was i...2020-06-0252 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstJohnny Elsasser - A Special Operations Take On MasculinityToday on the show, I had my dear friend Johnny Elsasser on to talk about his journey through the elite special operations military system. He was forced to rediscover his identity after leaving the military. This included dropping his ego from the alpha male environment in which he was used to succeeding, doing the internal work and learning the true meaning of masculinity. We spoke at length on his transformation and how he is using his lessons to help other men. Johnny Elsasser is a former Special Operations U.S. Army Ranger with four combat tours between...2020-05-2250 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstFelicia Romero - The Hard Truth Behind Being a Cover ModelThis week I sit down with cover model turned mindset coach and podcast host, Felicia Romero. Felicia shares the “ugly truth" of being a fitness model including body shaming, self sabotage and the deadly comparison trap. She reveals how a toxic relationship with herself set the stage for abusive relationships with men until a major wake up call caused her to start looking within and catapulted her on a a healing journey. We traced her unhealthy relationships with food, men, her body and herself back to her childhood. Thankfully for her and others, it all led to her own perso...2020-05-1946 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst4 Lessons Learned From The Depths of DespairThis past Tuesday (Cinco de Mayo), I celebrated 12 years since my arrest. Every year, I take time to reflect on that day to unpack how far I have come and practice gratitude that that day literally saved my life. Without it, I wouldn't be hosting this podcast, have written the books or been able to help as many people as I have. Today, I unveil the top 4 things that have helped me get through. If you have been following me through the years, they will sound familiar: 1. Self Awareness 2. Movement 3. Inner C...2020-05-0822 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTodd Durkin - How to Get Your Mind Right!Today I sit down with my dear friend and mentor Todd Durkin. I first met Todd in 2012 at his Mentorship program, and that event literally changed my life. Since that time, I also attended Todd’s Mastermind program, and my success both professionally and personally skyrocketed since attending both programs. Listen, as we go deep into Todd’s story about the many obstacles he has overcome in life. Such as, how he overcame being raised in a divorced home, how he severely injured his back and overcame an addiction to Vicodin, which ultimately shattered his dreams of playing football profess...2020-05-0544 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstMelissa Martin and Sandy Vo - How Adversity and Hardship Creates AlignmentIn today's episode, I sit down with Melissa Martin and Sandy Vo, co-founders and creators of Ladies Aligned. We got deep into both of their stories, how they met and how tough times can lead to becoming more connected. Their Ladies Aligned community provides women with unwavering support, devotion and commitment to growth for everyone that is involved. They are on a mission to help women live their best lives so they can build an empire and have massive impact. More about Melissa Martin: I am a wealth-mindset & business expert. Multi-passionate entrepreneur & network marketer, public speak...2020-05-0159 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDr Mcayla - Surviving Triggers, Trauma and Toxicity During the Pandemic The pandemic is bringing forth lots of changes and challenges for everyone. One challenge that is not being talked about nearly enough is mental health. So, this week I sit down with psychotherapist and EMDR specialist Dr. Mcayla. We chat about navigating the quarantine from a mental health perspective as well as handling triggers, trauma and toxicity. She shares her compelling story of how she got involved in this line of work as well as discussing a lot of the "buzz words" we hear when it comes to mental health. Dr Mcayla provides easy and efficient tips that can be im...2020-04-2857 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstRob Kowalski: Why Waiting WorksIn today's episode we go deep on a subject of "adversity" that is not talked about too much, sex. Not so much the sex itself, but why it can be extremely beneficial to wait until you have found someone you want to spend the rest of your life with to have it. Rob Kowalski has gone a complete 180 and went from one of the most sought out male strippers and entertainers to someone who has been abstinent from sex for over 6+ years until he finds the one he wants to marry. Listen in as he talks about h...2020-04-0345 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTara Kemp: Healing the Inner Child Through NutritionOn today's episode, I sit down with mental health coach and self love expert, Tara Kemp. Tara's story really intrigued me as she has experienced true transformation of her relationship with herself and food and now is helping to inspire others to do the same. Her wisdom and knowledge with doing the "inner work" is something that is extremely inspiring and can be easily be implemented. We spoke about loving yourself and embracing the good along with the bad and why it's important. We also dive into the buzz word of "Inner Child," how it relates to nutrition and...2020-03-3153 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAaron Alexander: The Power of Alignment, Community and MovementThis week I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the "chillest" guys I have crossed paths with. His name is Aaron Alexander, many of you may know him from his hit show, "The Align Podcast." He holds nothing back as he shares authentically about his upbringing, career transition, community and his new book to help others stay "Aligned" in all areas of their lives. Aaron Alexander CR, LMT, CPT is an accomplished manual therapist and movement coach with over 13 years of professional experience. He is the founder of the Align Method™, an inte...2020-03-2745 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstChris Harder - How to Survive and Thrive During the Corona VirusIn this special "Corona Virus" edition of the podcast, I sit down with my friend and coach, Chris Harder to discuss tangible and efficient tips that we can all implement RIGHT NOW to bring more peace within ourselves about this current pandemic. We dive into his top 5 "must do's" to survive and THRIVE and position yourself ahead of the curve with the crisis we are in. We also cover his inspiring transformational story of losing EVERYTHING during the 2008 financial crisis to now living a life of abundance with his wife Lori. He gets vulnerable and explains his tips on...2020-03-2449 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstStaying Mentally and Physically Fit During the Corona VirusThe other night I led a webinar for people who wanted to know how they can maintain their SANITY during the current crisis we are in. So, I wanted to share a portion of it with you that I think you will really appreciate. I went over some of the top things you can do RIGHT NOW to shift your perspective, lower your stress and give yourself a sense of accomplishment. Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com ...2020-03-2023 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstLaura McKowen - We Are the Luckiest, Turning Shame into SuccessIn this weeks episode, I get to chat with my pal Laura McKowen. Many of you may recognize her from The Heart of Recovery, where she shared her truth about how she thrives in sobriety. Today, we chat a bit deeper on life in recovery, shame and how she has used her past to turn it into purpose. Laura McKowen inspires people to say yes to a bigger life. She’s the author of the bestselling memoir, We Are The Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life, which #1 New York Times bestselling author, Glennon Doyle, has ca...2020-03-1741 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstChoosing Faith over Fear During the Corona VirusIn this impromptu episode, I provide some insight, inspiration and hopefully some inner peace on how to navigate the Corona Virus crisis in a way that brings the best out in you. I cover: 1. Choosing Faith over Fear 2. Why Movement is Key 3. Inner Circle is Everything Connect with Doug more here: Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-03-1315 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstCourtney Andersen - How Her Cat Rescued Her From the Pits Of AddictionThis episode is special to me as I have the chance to sit down with a recovery warrior and friend Courtney Andersen. Courtney is the Founder of Sober Vibes! For the last seven and a half years, she has been recovering from her addiction to alcohol. She got Sober at 29 just about two months before her 30th birthday. She was a mess and very into her addiction to alcohol. Waking up in jail, hospitals, men's beds who she had no clue the names of and a few suicide attempts. Since then, Courtney has chosen to be loud and...2020-03-0652 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstKevin Curry - How Nutrition and Meal Prep Can Save Your LifeIn this weeks episode, I had the pleasure with sitting down with none other than Kevin Curry. He is the founder of Fit Men Cook, an online community that inspires men and women to eat healthy and stay fit with healthy recipes that in Kevin’s words, “are never, ever boring”. With over 2 million followers around the world, Kevin has become one of today’s most sought-after personalities in nutrition, health and wellness. We chatted about how meal prep and nutrition saved his life from the depths of depression, the do's and don'ts of meal prep and how hitting...2020-03-0349 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstJen Esquer - Why it's Crucial to Get to the Root Cause of the Pain I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jen Esquer aka DocJenFit on the pod today. I thoroughly enjoyed this one as she shared her journey of going from "office to online" as a DPT, something that is extremely rare. She walks us step by step into how she navigated the switch as well as other adversities including battling infidelity and being in a new relationship. Jen Esquer is a top-40 physical therapy influencer. With a Doctorate in physical therapy, she is ranked as one of the Best Fitness Trainers on IG by Shape Magazine and has b...2020-03-011h 04
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstAutumn Calabrese - Using Failures as RedirectionsThis week, I sit down with fitness powerhouse, Autumn Calabrese. For those of you who don't know Autumn, she is a world renowned trainer who shares her journey leading up to her partnership with BeachBody. You’ll learn in this episode how she created some of the most transformational at home fitness programs such as the 21 day fix, ultimate portion fix, Country heat, and 80 obsession. She is also a bestselling author of the highly acclaimed cookbook Fixate. Her approach to portion control has helped to revolutionize the fitness industry. Her programs have helped millions overhaul their health and fitness. Autumn shar...2020-02-2549 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstDave Hollis - How to Get Out of Your Own WayIn this weeks episode I sit down with Dave Hollis. I had the good fortune of being a guest on his highly acclaimed Rise Together podcast as well as connecting with him at one of his live events. If you haven't heard of he or his wife Rachel, they are at the forefront of helping millions become the best version of themselves. We got deep in chatting about his new book Get Out of Your Own Way, how running helped save him from addiction, relationships, vision for the Hollis Co. and much more! H...2020-02-181h 00
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstTop 10 Tips for Overcoming AdversityYou will be hearing from PLENTY of experts from all walks of life on how to use ADVERSITY to your ADVANTAGE. But, first Doug unveils HIS top 10 tips for overcoming adversity. Be sure to listen to each and every one of them as they are equally important and useful. Be sure to subscribe so you can be the first to know when a new episode drops and please review the podcast if it helped you! You can find out more about Doug here: IG: @dougbopst www.dougbopst.com...2020-02-1126 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstMeet Doug Bopst and The Adversity AdvantageWelcome to the first episode of the Adversity Advantage! In this episode, host Doug Bopst dives into his story of overcoming "adversity" as well as what inspired him to start the podcast and the vision for the show. Doug shares his story of how fitness saved his life from the depths of despair while he was incarcerated on felony drugs and how it catapulted him into a life of helping others become the best version of themselves. He then unveils why the Adversity Advantage Podcast started and how it can be used to h...2020-02-1025 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstThe Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-01-2404 min
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth1110: Doug Bopst- From Felony to Fitness to FreeIn this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin have an honest and heartfelt conversation with Doug Bopst. Incarcerated at 20, Doug has since been able to overcome self-destructive behavior and self-doubt by taking ownership of his life. How Doug reached out to Mind Pump. (2:42) “How I used drugs to escape my own life.” (4:25) What was his relationship like with his parents and siblings growing up? (8:54) The moment he knew he was going to be dead or rot in jail. (11:06) The first time he felt someone gave him unconditional love. His journey from ‘victim to victor’ while in jail. (18:45) What is the ‘wor...2019-09-021h 04