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The Psychology of StrengthDanny Beeck - Super Bowl Champion Film ProducerDanny Beeck is a senior producer for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.After graduating in Communications from Cal-U in Pennsylvania, Danny interned with the Pittsburgh Penguins NHL team. His experience helped him become an intern with the Bucs in 2019 and was hired shortly after. Danny has produced for the NFL Draft, Wild Card Game, NFC Championship, Pro Bowl and 2021 Super Bowl Championship.Filmed inside the Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, Florida.New episodes release every Monday on YouTube and anywhere you stream podcasts.
2026-02-092h 22The Psychology of StrengthCristal Lastra - Florida's Oldest Social Club: Centro Asturiano de TampaCristal Lastra is the president of Centro Asturiano de Tampa est. 1902. One of the oldest social clubs in America.Centro Asturiano de Tampa was founded in Ybor City by 546 migrants from Asturias, Spain in 1902. It has served as a social club for over 124 years. There is evidence it is the first organized healthcare and health insurance provider in the United States. It was known to serve its members from “cradle to grave.” It has remained a community staple for the last century and is still an active social club today. It is also an even...
2026-02-0240 minThe Psychology of StrengthBrett Cowles - From Combat in Afghanistan to Firefighting to SWAT MedicBrett Cowles is a United States Marine. A combat veteran of the war in Afghanistan. He is now a firefighter-paramedic and SWAT medic.After a combat tour in Afghanistan and a deployment to Kuwait, Brett pursued becoming a fireman. He is now a firefighter-paramedic for Pasco County Fire Rescue as well as a SWAT medic for Pasco County Sheriff’s Department. He has competed in semi-pro football, CrossFit, Strongman and half marathons. He is a mental health advocate, husband and father of three.This episode remembers fallen Marine Cpl. Ri...
2026-01-262h 28The Psychology of StrengthAndrew Yerrakadu - Extraordinary Life of a Powerlifting Criminal Defense AttorneyAndrew Yerrakadu is an English barrister, New York attorney, powerlifter, strength coach and international powerlifting judge.Graduating law school from the University of Manchester at 20 years old, Andrew became an English barrister at 21 and New York attorney at 22. By 23 he successfully represented his first criminal defense case. He practiced law for over 20 years. Andrew has competed in powerlifting since 1987 and is an International Elite powerlifter. He has been strength coaching for decades. He has coached numerous national and world champion powerlifters. He is also an international judge for the International Powerlifting League.
2026-01-192h 05The Psychology of StrengthMary Keane - Why Love Is The SecretMary Keane is a US swimming Olympic Trialist, life guard, swim coach and retired teacher.Mary has been involved in education for over 50 years. From teaching swimming to being a public school teacher she has educated thousands of minds. She retired after 30 years of teaching in public elementary schools. She continues to train athletes and teach swimming lessons. She is a mental health advocate, mother of three and grandmother of five.Filmed inside the Mittye P. Locke Elementary School in Elfers, Florida.New episodes...
2026-01-122h 28The Psychology of StrengthEric Burkes - Florida's Hidden Gem: The Richloam General StoreEric Burkes is the owner of the Richloam General Store est. 1922.Eric’s great uncle, Sid Brinson opened the Richloam General Store on June 28th, 1922 to meet demands of the new railway that was making its way through west central Florida. It originally served as the railroad express, post office, gas station and general store.It was burned to the ground on January 5th 1928. Sid Brinson rebuilt, reopened and stayed in business till January 31st 1936. The building remained in the family, was restored in 2016 and reopened in February of 2017. It...
2026-01-051h 19The Psychology of StrengthRick Hartmann - A Lifetime in the AirRick Hartmann is a retired airline captain of 40 years.Rick received his pilot’s license before the age of 16. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He flew internationally and cross country for over 40 years. Rick has over 35,000 flight hours logged. He has retired as a captain from American Airlines. Rick also enjoys sailing and is a talented painter and is a musician.New episodes release every Monday on YouTube and anywhere you stream podcasts.You can re...
2025-12-291h 27The Psychology of StrengthShamina Stagner - Everyone Can Use Therapy, Even TherapistsShamina Stagner is a licensed mental health counselor and podcaster.Shamina is the owner of Arrive Integrative Counseling in Port Richey, Florida. She specializes in life transitions and adjustment issue therapy. She works with people of all ages and currently provides counseling virtually in the state of Florida. She is a mental health advocate and hosts the podcast “Emotion-Full”.Filmed inside Crooked Thumb Brewery in Safety Harbor, Florida. A special thanks to the crew at Crooked Thumb. Find them here: CrookedThumbBrew.comShamina's Psychology Toda...
2025-12-221h 22The Psychology of StrengthBen Farrell - Only Five Calls to Be Back In BusinessBen Farrell is an entrepreneur, founder of Bowls For Good and is a Navy veteran.Ben’s father Lenny Farrell founded the famous Lenny’s Restaurant in Clearwater, Florida. After serving as a Navy Corpsman and working at the family restaurant, Ben found himself in the pickle business. He co-founded and ran Two Bros. Pickles. After selling the company he moved to Scotland to learn woodsmithing. He opened the first Chippendale School of Furniture locations in the United States and has since founded Bowls For Good. A non-profit that teaches under privileged children skills in w...
2025-12-152h 00The Psychology of StrengthVasile Faklis - How a Family Store Survives a CenturyVasile Faklis is a licensed & board certified Orthotist and the third generation owner of Faklis Fit est. 1912.Vasile’s grandfather was a master shoe maker from Symi, Greece. He immigrated to Tarpon Springs, Florida and founded the shoe store in 1912. The store evolved from shoe repair to department store and survived both World Wars, the Great Depression, Covid-19 Pandemic and everything in between. Faklis Fit continues selling shoes, shoe repair and custom orthotic services after 113 years in business.Filmed inside Faklis Fit in Tarpon Springs, Florida....
2025-12-081h 59The Psychology of StrengthStephen Hamler - What Working Juvenile Corrections Is Like?Stephen Hamler is a juvenile corrections officer.After playing basketball at Webber International University, Stephen pursued serving the community through juvenile corrections. He is currently transitioning to adult corrections and then an onroad deputy sheriff. Stephen has a deep passion for serving the youth including volunteering and supporting foster homes & adoptive services.New episodes release every Monday on YouTube and anywhere you stream podcasts.You can reach me on:Instagram: @ThePsychologyOfStrengthMy Website: ThePsychologyOfStrength.com
2025-12-012h 37The Psychology of StrengthDr. Carolyn VanWormer - Treat Your Brand Like a PersonDr. Carolyn VanWormer is the Director of Marketing at ONI, adjunct professor at Stony Brook University & Molloy University, a marathon runner and former professional tennis player.ONI is a super resolution microscope manufacturer from Oxford, England focusing on cell research and disease prevention. Carolyn has her PhD in Consumer Market Behavior and teaches the MBA capstone courses at Stony Brook & Molloy University. She’s ran several marathons including the Boston and Chicago Marathons and played professional tennis after playing for St. Joseph’s in college.New episodes release every Mond...
2025-11-241h 25The Psychology of StrengthRichard Seidel - Painting All Over the WorldRichard Seidel is a professional painter and resident artist of the Morean Art Center.Richard always wanted to be an artist. After a business degree and working in galleries he pursued his calling. He has completed art residencies in Spain, Italy, Ireland, France, England and even St. Petersburg, Florida. He lives inside the Morean Art Center and teaches classes there.Filmed inside his personal studio at the Morean Arts Center. A 108 year old organization in St. Petersburg, Florida. A special thank you to the Morean Arts Center for hosting...
2025-11-171h 33The Psychology of StrengthDrew Newman - The Oldest Cigar Company in AmericaDrew Newman is the fourth generation owner of J.C. Newman Cigar Company. The oldest family owned cigar company in the United States est. 1895.His great grandfather Julius Caesar Newman started the company after immigrating to the United States in 1888. After 58 years in Ohio, the company moved to Tampa, Florida to its current home, El Reloj. The building was built in 1910 and is now home to a museum, tours, cigar rolling classes and private events to 20,000 annual visitors. J.C. Newman is the last active cigar factory in the United States.
2025-11-1059 minThe Psychology of StrengthPaige Henry - From Acting School to Owning an AquariumPaige Henry is co-owner of the Tarpon Springs Aquarium & Animal Sanctuary.Growing up in her family’s aquarium, Paige quickly found herself diving with sharks and hand feeding alligators & crocodiles. After pursuing a Fine Arts & Acting degree at Oklahoma City University, the Shakespearean actress returned to the family business where she performs daily shows and educates the youth. She hosts Paige’s Planet Protectors on YouTube and has plans for it to assist homeschool curriculums.Filmed inside the Tarpon Springs Historical Train Depot Museum. A 116 year old former train stat...
2025-11-031h 56The Psychology of StrengthAndy Bostinto - WWII Veteran & Oldest Bodybuilder EverAndy Bostinto is a 100 year old WWII veteran, Bronze Star recipient, founder of the National Gym Association, 1977's Senior Mr. America and the world’s oldest competitive bodybuilder.Andy received his Bronze Star 80 years after seeing combat in the European Theater in 1945. One week after becoming the oldest competitive bodybuilder in the world at 100 years old. His unit liberated over 20,000 prisoners in WWII. He served in the US military a total of 29 years.After WWII, Andy returned to bodybuilding and was trainer of the stars. He trained the likes of...
2025-10-272h 26The Psychology of StrengthMike De La Pava - The Endless Pursuit of CompetitionMike De La Pava is a world renowned strength coach, founder & owner of The Battle Axe Gym “The strongman gym in Miami. Where strength is everything.”MDLP has competed in Muay Thai, rugby, powerlifting, Highland Games, strongman and now bodybuilding. He is a coach, meet director, writer, artist and podcaster. He hosts the Miami Throwdown & Miami’s Baddest each year.You can reach him on Instagram @TheBattleAxeGym and at BattleAxeGym.comNew episodes release every Monday on YouTube and anywhere you stream podcasts....
2025-10-203h 09The Psychology of StrengthThe Psychology of Strength IntroGenuine people. Authentic conversations. Different location. Every Monday. Never waste a mistake.
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