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The Fit PerceptionEpisode 57 - Spend it All with Joseph BellistonSend us a textThe brothers open the show talking about the insane heat of Texas vs. the mild heat of Utah then get into talking about the absurd diets that people get on and why. Joe opens up about his own issues with eating, and trying to find a way to fix the issue without getting on medication or other medical procedures. They discuss the dangers of sugar and how that is probably the biggest issue in our diet today. Then they discuss the Richard Jefferson becoming a ref and if that would be a good or...
2022-07-251h 53The Fit PerceptionEpisode 32: Are We Even RelatedSend us a textBack with ANOTHER guest! Ts brother Joe joins The Fit Perception once again! The bros discuss professional sports, and sports that don't get as much attention and the reasons behind that. The biggest portion of the show is talking about if "motivation" and motivational speakers are a thing of the past or if it's a gold standard that's not going anywhere! Life Lessons From Fitness:Joe tells the story of his mountain marathon insanity and all of the lessons he learned from it.The Devil's Advocate:...
2021-12-091h 35The Fit PerceptionEpisode 24: Cash CowSend us a textWelcome Back! T gets a little political bringing up Joe Rogan's use of Ivermectin, and Trump being the official commentator of the fight on Saturday. But then he turns it right around into fitness and the goings on in the fitness world. He discusses the new record set for the longest held plank, and how we should view and value our fitness now, because we won't be able to forever. Life Lessons From Fitness: Control your recover time in order to maximize your work progress. The Devil...
2021-09-1051 minThe Fit PerceptionEpisode 14 Therapy BrosSend us a textWhat's up from Utah!? This is the first guest episode! T's brother Joe is on the show to talk sports, weakness, greatness, and therapy. We discuss crossover in sports and why some people are purists, and others celebrate the crossover. We discuss different stories about why difficulty and tough times are what lead to our improvement and progress, and why society is turning away from those things. The Devil's Advocate debates encouraging the use of a therapist from a younger age, and if it would help society in t...
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The Opening Statement with Joe ShannonEp. 56 | Joseph BellistonJoe sits down with entrepreneur Joseph Bellistion.
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Heroes Like YouJoe De Sena - Do Hard Things!Joe is the founder and CEO of Spartan Race, an endurance event helping millions of people get fit and overcome life's obstacles. When Joe was younger, he was forced to be on his own and learned to embrace adversity and use it to propel him towards success.
2020-08-1219 minHeroes Like YouMichael Crossland - Everything will be OKBefore the age of 1 Michael was diagnosed with cancer and given a 4% chance of living. Through years of treatment and hardship, Michael was able to find the hope that enabled him to beat his cancer and has had to hold on to that hope to continue to overcome other physical challenges. Michael is an International Best Selling Author and speaker who continues to inspire others to change their lives for the better.
2020-08-0637 minHeroes Like YouNicky Hinrichsen - Don't give up!Nicholas Hinrichsen got his MBA at Stanford in 2013 and started a used car selling platform after graduating. Nicky and his co-founder Chris Coleman went through the startup accelerator YCombinator in 2014 before raising $10M in venture capital and selling the business to Carvana in 2017. After three years at Carvana, the two founders left to start their next company: WithClutch.com is a digital platform for auto loan refinancing. Car owners can lower their monthly payments and save thousands of dollars in less than two minutes. Through adversity and failure, Nicky learned how to keep going and not give up e...
2020-08-0327 minHeroes Like YouBen Behunin - Share Your LightBen is an accomplished potter who found himself questioning whether he could continue in his career after he was diagnosed with arthritis. Through perseverance, resilience, and faith, Ben was able to overcome this obstacle and was able to better himself and thousands of others because of it.
2020-07-2236 minHeroes Like YouTravis Davis - Don't Give UpTravis was born with cerebral palsy and has had to have assistance walking most of his life. Despite that, he has gone through life focusing on how to make a positive impact on the world rather than focusing on his disability and the things he is unable to do.
2020-07-0618 minHeroes Like YouRecognizing and Understanding Emotions with Dr. Dan Hill Dan’s specialty is analyzing the power of emotions to shape outcomes and personalities. He pioneered the use of facial coding in business and has done research for over 50% of the world’s top 100 B2C companies. Media highlights include: appearances on ABC’s Good Morning, America and NBC’s The Today Show, plus front-page coverage in The New York Times. Dan’s blog Faces of the Week
2020-06-2727 minHeroes Like YouCreating an Olympic Mindset with Bill SchuffenhauerStatistically Bill didn't have much of a chance to become anything significant. Growing up on the streets, running from cops, and hanging around with gangs, the future didn't look very bright. But Bill was able to create a life that eventually led to the Olympics and earned him a silver medal with the U.S. Bobsled team. Learn what Bill did to change his stars and achieve his dreams.
2020-06-1155 minHeroes Like YouNeal Brownell - Everyone is Amazing!Being labeled as mentally slow from an early age, Neal started believing it until a wise teacher told him he was smart. Over time, Neal started to be convinced that she was right and eventually became the person she believed he could be. He now teaches kids to find value in themselves and believe that they are amazing no matter their background.
2020-03-0523 minHeroes Like YouBuilding Confidence With Brett LechtenbergBrett Lechtenberg is a 7th degree blackbelt who found ways to build confidence despite being abused as a child. Brett is the author of several books, a business owner, business coach, and founder of Operation Limitless. In this episode, Brett teaches us how to build confidence, mitigate bullying and rise above our challenges.
2020-01-1432 minHeroes Like YouLessons from a Green BereSal Rosanno was never the best student and wouldn't have graduated but for the plumbing trade school that bumped up his GPA. The future didn't look bright for this East Coast kid who didn't have much self confidence. But it's this same kid who was able to change the course of his life and achieve what most couldn't, by becoming a member of the United States Special Forces. In this episode, Sal shares how he was able to make changes in his life that lead him to be able to make a positive impact in the lives of...
2020-01-0137 minHeroes Like YouMark Petersen - Developing A Warrior State of MindImagine being stuck in a crevasse for five days at the top of Mount Rainier. Or losing a toe. Or having to beat cancer multiple times. Mark Petersen has had to endure a lot of adversity in his life but has learned how to overcome each obstacle by developing a warrior state of mind. In this episode, Mark walks us through some of his experiences and talks about how he was able to overcome.
2019-08-291h 04Heroes Like YouHeather Younger - Transforming Adversity into OpportunityHeather Younger gets it. As a best-selling author, international TEDx speaker, podcast host, facilitator and Forbes Coaches Council coach, she has earned her reputation as “The Employee Whisperer”. Her experiences as a CEO, entrepreneur, manager, attorney, writer, coach, listener, speaker, collaborator and mother all lend themselves to a laser-focused clarity into what makes employees of organizations and companies – large and small - tick. Heather has facilitated more than 150 workshops, reaching +100 employers and their employees. Her motivation and philosophy have reached more than 20,000 attendees at her speaking engagements on large and small stages. Companies have charted their future course...
2019-08-1321 minHeroes Like YouWhat Makes You Happy with TJ EisenhartTJ is a professional cyclist who at age 8 knew he was going to become a pro. He did everything necessary to reach that goal and found that it was much different than he expected. In this conversation, TJ talks explains the journey he has gone through to make his career meaningful and fulfilling to him and others, and what it is that truly matters and brings happiness.
2019-07-161h 03Heroes Like YouLive True To Your Nature with Carol TuttleFor decades, Carol Tuttle has been helping people improve their lives by learning who they are and living true to their natures. However, if you knew Carol in her 20's you would never guess she would be where she is today. Struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, Carol decided she would get better and took the steps necessary for her to turn her life around. Not only did she make her life better, but has now been able to help thousands of others heal and live fulfilling lives.
2019-07-0253 minHeroes Like YouThere is Help and there is Hope with Dr. Doug GrayDr. Doug Gray is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Utah and has spent over 30 years studying suicide and helping people overcome depression and suicidal thoughts. He shares a lot of great research and tools that we can use to help people who are going through dark times in their lives, and helps us understand what we can do to further prevent suicides in the future.
2019-06-1157 minHeroes Like YouThe Importance of Staying Positive with Gold Medalist Kikkan RandallImagine winning your countries first gold medal and then coming home to find out you have cancer. That's the reality that Kikkan Randall faced in 2018 after the Winter Olympics in Pyeong Chang. In this conversation, Kikkan talks about what it took to become an Olympic gold medalist and how she has used that training to overcome her latest challenge of beating cancer.
2019-06-0433 minHeroes Like YouFrom the Streets to Success with Kathleen GageIn her 20's Kathleen was living on the streets addicted to alcohol and drugs. She now owns a successful business, writes books, runs marathons, and rescues animals...and that's just getting started. In this episode, Kathleen teaches us how she was able to break through her darkest times and gives us tools we can use to overcome our own adversity.
2019-05-1443 min
Worlds AwaitingTeaching with Pizzazz, Counting, Kate DiCamilloTeaching with Pizzazz (3:24)
Have you ever wondered what type of messages we send our kids every day? How our interactions, positive or negative, impact their young lives? We have Mary Bigler, a professor in the department of Teacher Education at Eastern Michigan University on the phone today to approach these important questions.
Storytime (15:28)
Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we had a few local children reading poetry by Janet Wong.
Counting (17:39)
When we sen...
2019-04-1356 minWorlds AwaitingTeaching with Pizzazz, Counting, Kate DiCamilloTeaching with Pizzazz (3:24)
Have you ever wondered what type of messages we send our kids every day? How our interactions, positive or negative, impact their young lives? We have Mary Bigler, a professor in the department of Teacher Education at Eastern Michigan University on the phone today to approach these important questions.
Storytime (15:28)
Libraries are known for their storytimes and we are too. Each week at around 15 minutes past the hour, tune in to hear book reviews or live readings of picture books or poetry. Today we had a few local children reading poetry by Janet Wong.
Counting (17:39)
When we...
2019-04-0432 minHeroes Like YouBrian Crane - You Have Something ValuableBrian always had a dream to be a cartoonist and write a comic strip. But he never had the confidence in himself to pursue his dream. With the encouragement of his wife, he tried, failed, tried again, failed, and tried again. After three attempts, he gave up and decided it was a dream that wouldn't come true. In this episode Brian explains what helped him to keep trying to reach his dream that has turned into 30 years of one of the most popular syndicated comic strips.
2019-03-1923 minHeroes Like YouClint Pulver - Live a Life of SignificanceWhat would happen if you were told that you had a 50% chance of losing your eyesight and that you would never realize your dream of becoming a pilot? That's what Clint Pulver was faced with at a pivotal point in his life. In this conversation, Clint gives us a lot of great wisdom on how we can overcome adversity in our lives, connect with others on a deeper level, and live a life of significance.
2019-03-0541 minHeroes Like YouAusten Williams - God was my Rock at the BottomShe's an accomplished dancer, actress, business owner, and winner of Mrs. America. But Austen Williams has gone through her fair share of trial and adversity. In this episode Austen explains how she went from thoughts of suicide to becoming a force for good all over the world. Austen shows how every day we can find good coming from things that were intended to be bad.
2019-02-2641 minHeroes Like YouFinding Hope With Jane Clayson JohnsonJane is an accomplished news reporter who spent her career covering the biggest news stories of the day, rubbing shoulders with presidents and celebrities, and traveling the world. She is well liked by all who know her and felt lost when she found herself suffering from depression. In this episode, Jane shares her story about depression and what we can do to help those who suffer from mental illness.
2018-12-1826 minHeroes Like YouLove What Is with Dan MillerWhat would you do if you woke up and found yourself over $400,000 in debt? That's the situation Dan Miller was faced with early in his career. Rather than running from his responsibility, he took the challenge head on and eventually came out on top with lessons learned that have benefited him the rest of his life. Learn the principles that Dan has used to overcome adversity and live the life he always dreamed.
2018-11-2028 minHeroes Like YouDon't Quit! With Amberly LagoA profession, a family, a life could be ruined by an accident that causes someone to have a 1% chance of saving their leg, and leaves them to suffer with chronic pain the rest of their life. Amberly Lago decided that she would not allow a life altering accident ruin her career, her family, or her purpose. In this episode Amberly explains how she has been able overcome the results of her accident and how she came out of the depths of depression and has risen to the top of life once again.
2018-09-1142 minHeroes Like YouRise To The Top With Jen BrickerWhat would you do if you didn't have legs? Would you be a professional acrobat? How about an award winning gymnast? An athlete who plays basketball, volleyball, and softball? Meet Jen Bricker who was born without legs and has overcome incredible obstacles in life to become a force for good, inspiring people all over the world to achieve their potential.
2018-08-0736 minHeroes Like YouDan Truman: Life is some kind of cool!Dan Truman is the keyboard player for the Grammy award winning group Diamond Rio. In this episode, Dan talks about how he got his start and why he never gave up on his dream of getting a record deal. He addresses the topic of suicide and depression and encourages us to find the good all around us rather than focus on the negative.
2018-07-1241 minHeroes Like YouCommit Time To Become Great With Adam FreyIn this episode we hear from world renowned musician, Adam Frey. Adam shares his experiences making a living as a classical musician and what kind of work he had to put in to become one of the best in the world. Enjoy Adam's stories and learn how to navigate life's challenges and become great at what you want to do.
2018-06-0534 minHeroes Like YouAaron Wheelz Fotheringham: Let failure and setbacks motivate not discourageIn this episode we talk to Nitro Circus star Aaron "Wheelz" Fotheringham and learn how he used spina bifida not as an excuse but as a motivation to be extraordinary. He explains the importance of being surrounded by loving people and finding the positives in every situation, even when it's painful or inconvenient.
2018-05-2223 minHeroes Like YouCake Wars Winner Pete Tidwell: Believe In YourselfIn this episode we talk with 2 time Cake Wars winner, Pete Tidwell who talks about what it was like competing and winning against some of the best bakers in the country. Pete explains how he went from working in marketing to becoming a self-taught bakery owner and how each of us can succeed at anything we want to if we just believe in ourselves and know that we can succeed.
2018-05-0837 minHeroes Like YouGail Halvorsen: Serving an EnemyIn this episode we hear from WWII hero, Gail Halvorsen and learn how he changed the course of history by serving a former enemy. He tells us the genesis of the candy bomb and how gratitude, service, and forgiveness can heal the wounds of war, change lives, and make the world a better place. Colonel Halvorsen talks about how important hope is in our lives and why "without hope the soul dies."
2018-04-1742 minHeroes Like YouFind Your Passion With Matt MeeseIn this episode we meet two comedians and learn about the struggles they went through and how they overcame them to find success and bring to joy to millions. Sketch comedian, Matt Meese, shares how he overcame his fears to turn his love of acting into a career. Learn why you should follow your own path even when other, well meaning individuals encourage you to take the more acceptable road.
2018-04-1030 minHeroes Like YouLessons From Football With Lou HoltzIn this episode we meet two of the most success college football coaches in history. Lou Holtz tells us what life was like growing up during the great depression and how he struggled to overcome tremendous challenges on his journey to becoming a football coach. He also tells us what the two most important days are in our lives and how we can help those who are struggling with thoughts of suicide.
2018-04-0338 minHeroes Like YouIntroductionIn this episode I take a few minutes to introduce myself and the purpose behind the podcast. I share some statistics regarding suicide and how I believe this podcast can help encourage those who are experiencing difficult times in life.
2018-04-0108 min