Roman Around Podcast

July was a full month with lots of traveling and lots of wrestling!    Join me as I share my recent experiences taking athletes to some of the best events in the nation. First was the Rutgers Team Camp in Newark, NJ. Next was the U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals held in Fargo, ND. Then finishing off the month with the Backyard Brawl in Atlanta, GA.   

Today's topic is Reflection. At an event called Creative Mornings, I heard a friend, William Mcneely, speak wisdom into a crowd around the word reflection. This made me reflect on my life and passions. After about 11 months, I return to the mic and bring another episode.  In this episode, I start by talking about my Gym O Tribe as we had numerous fighters travel to Monterry, Mexico to compete in t...

October is here and we are back! Today is a great day to record a podcast. Check out the latest of what has been happening in my life and where I have been Roman Around!

In this episode, I chat with my friend Sam Hyman. Sam and I go back to the days when I worked at lululemon and I have enjoyed watching Sam grow into the person he is today. We talk about his journey as a sports broadcaster, how he found the sport of running, challenging himself with mind games, and how finding community through Mad Miles changed his life.  Be sure to follow Sam as he takes the nex...

In this episode, I share a different perspective on time, how you are spending it, and relationships throughout life. I thought of this topic after watching a youtube video about the Top Grossing Films of All-Time and seeing how the chart played out. I related the films to relationships and jobs, but you can insert endless topics. Join me and hear my thoughts and I would love to hear yours on the...

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy New Year To All! Join me as I review my Holiday season, share some of my highlights from Christmas, talk about coaching a wrestling tournament and how I spent my New Year, and more!  One of the Big Highlights is the Base Bar Pro, a freestanding pull-up bar that is going to get me really strong in the next year. Very Exciting!  Subscribe and follow for m...

In this episode, I talk about my relationship with food. I am not a nutritionist, but I have had a lot of experience monitoring my weight over the years and experimenting with different habits to discover what worked for me. Join me as I discuss how my relationship has changed over the years and how you can reflect on your journey to support you moving forward. Subscribe and follow for more! #Stay...

In this episode, I chat with Korbin Myers. Korbin had a very decorated wrestling career as a PA State Champion and a 2x All-American at Virginia Tech. Join us as we learn about Korbin's career, ups and downs, and how he shifted his mindset after hitting rock bottom to achieve his goals.  Subscribe and Follow for More! #RomanAround

Today is the first of a new series of Wellness Check-Ins where I talk about my personal wellness journey. This is a perfect time to start as most people tend to fall off routine and lifestyle around the holidays. Join me as I share how I am managing myself during these dates and my mindset moving forward looking at 2023!

In this episode, I chat with my brother Chris Falcone. Join us as we discuss the current landscape of the crypto world, the story behind FTX, where countries are at with CBDCs, and much more in this fun Crypto conversation! Follow Chris- @DreamCultureEast @Flex. XRP Subscribe and Follow for More! #RomanAround #StayMoving

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Bolowich. Alex was a former D1 Soccer Goalie who has become a group fitness instructor in Charlotte, North Carolina. Alex recently received his Masters in Sport and Performance Psychology and started his own business called Elite Mental Performance.  Alex and I have many similarities, being athletes and having studied Sports Psychology, so the conversation rea...

In this episode, I connect with Sabrina Winters, a lawyer from Long Island who has been practicing in Charlotte, NC since 2015. Join us as Sabrina shares her journey filled with adversity, how her uncle inspired her to become an Estate Lawyer, and how she is supporting others through hard times with a positive experience.  Check out Sabrina:  https://ncestateplanninginfo.com/ @estatelawyernc On In...

In today's society, mindfulness and mental health have become popular topics of discussion. Since losing my athlete identity in 2017, I have had to face and overcome my own mental health challenges. Although it wasn't easy, it was for sure worth it.  With 3+ years of meditation experience, journals full of reflections, and the apparent increase in the importance of mental health, I would like to c...

In this episode, I give a brief update on what has been happening around me. Life has been swift but I love the changes that are happening and am excited about the future. From moving into a new space, setting up a new studio, coaching at one of the biggest wrestling tournaments in the nation, my latest favorite candy, and more on this quick October Update.  Be sure to subscribe and follow for mor...

In this episode, I chat with David Richardson. David shares his experience from yardsale/Goodwill Flipping, to Sports Cards, and now NFTs. We dive in on a bunch of Crypto conversations around community, utility, and much more! Be sure to Subscribe and Follow for More! @davidrichardson_1

In this episode, I chat with Devin Parks. Devin started off in sales with a solar company in Charlotte, NC. While learning the business, he developed a knowledge of credit to support his business. After building his credit and leveraging it for his business, Devin now wants to support others in building up their personal credit, building a business, and using credit to get it started.  Here is a l...

In this episode, I chat with William Berrero, the creator of Complete Figher Combat Gear. Listen up to learn more about Will, his background as a boxer and coach, and how he builds this brand to support up-and-coming martial artists. Whether you like boxing, BJJ, wrestling, or any other martial art, you will enjoy this podcast and the message Will brings.  https://www.completefightercombatgear.com...

Hello Everyone! In this episode, I share the newest addition to my life, my Bengal Cat Donteś. Check out this episode to learn more about why I got a pet and how this little fella has changed my life for the better! Be sure to subscribe and follow for all the updates! @RomanTheEmpire @catofmontecristo #RomanAround

Hello Everyone! In today's episode, I reflect on some of my Kundalini Meditation experiences and how they affect me daily. I share why I love my mace workouts and that it's one of my favorite pieces of equipment. You will learn why I have decided to become a lifestyle coach, my thoughts on UFC 273, and more in this fun update episode!

In this episode, I talk about my first wrestling tournament as a youth coach. I share how I was able to live out one of our fundamentals "Walking In Other's Shoes" with a fellow Virginia wrestler that didn't have a team.  I also talk about UFC Fight Night that I streamed on twitch! Looking to build more on twitch so give me a follow @RomanTheEmpire28. Join me for the wrestling and UFC talk and muc...

In this episode, I have a beautiful conversation with Katelyn Lee, a psychic medium and energy working in Charlotte, NC. We started off with a 20-minute energy amplification session before jumping into our talk around who Katelyn is, her journey, and her practice. We then speak on topics of Energy, Emotions, Meditation, and much more in this fun conversation.    Follow Katelyn @StayWitchy Subscrib...

In this episode, I chat with Stu Brauer, the creator of Urban Movement and WTF Gym Talk. Stu and I talk about his past and what led him to group fitness, how the consumers think when going into gyms, his consulting business, and much more in this awesome conversation between 2 friends.  @UrbanMVMT @WTFgymtalk

2022 Here We Come! In this episode, I share "The Year of the Grind" for me in 2021, some of the lessons that I have learned. The positives and the negatives and how I have grown.  Additionally, I share more of what I will be doing in 2022, my goals, some of the content that I will be creating, and what you can look forward to in episodes 100 and beyond!

Happy Tuesday! In this episode, I talk about the origin of thoughts, specifically limiting beliefs. Once you start becoming aware of your thoughts, you might find some unpleasant ones. I have found it helpful to track down the experience that led to that thought so that I can forgive and overcome that belief. You do not have to be confined by these beliefs and with a little work, you too can conqu...