Spartan Leadership with Josh Kosnick

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is one that's very personal to me. My wife Jenna, my mother-in-law Pam, and I sit down to talk about the suicide of my father-in-law, Tom. It's a difficult conversation, but we share it in the hopes that it can help someone else who may be struggling. We discuss Tom's life, his inner struggles, and the days and weeks leading up to his passing. W...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, we spoke with Mike Claudio, who founded WinRate Consulting and is an experienced coach and consultant. Mike shared his personal struggles with mental health and talked about the importance of seeking help and supporting each other. His emotional message left a lasting impact on us and inspired us to be more caring toward those in...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! This episode is about the inspiring story of Kevin Hines, a man who survived one of the deadliest suicide attempts by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge and turned his tragedy into a mission to spread awareness, give hope to the hopeless and prevent brain pain. His message of hope and resilience is a must-hear for anyone who has been affected by suicid...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! This week on the Spartan Leadership Podcast, I had the honor of hosting Adam Smith, founder of Savage Freedoms Defense, Green Beret, and 17-year veteran. Adam is on a mission to create impact in a world that promotes the victim mentality. His mission is to lead, train, and mentor others to become greater assets to themselves, families, and communities....

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! In this episode of Spartan Leadership Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Jaymie Gerena, a mom, Transformational Coach, Trauma Support Specialist, and passionate soul on a mission to serve. Jaymie shared her insights on a variety of topics, including embracing your leadership identity, setting boundaries, and developing more confidence and self-b...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Looking to start a charity or make a difference in your community? On this episode of Spartan Leadership Podcast, I am joined by Alec Ingold, an American football player who currently plays as a fullback for the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League (NFL). He quickly established himself as one of the best fullbacks in the league and is know...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! In this episode of Spartan Leadership Podcast, we have a motivating conversation with Lyle Nearby, an entrepreneur who is committed to being the best version of himself and guiding others to do the same. Lyle shares his journey from managing a Tiffany store for 20 years to becoming a multi-unit franchise owner.  He provides valuable insights on the ski...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Masculinity isn't something that needs to be redefined, it needs to be defined. In this episode, Sanyika Street joins me as we discuss the prevailing sentiment about masculinity and the idea that it needs to be redefined. Sanyika believes that masculinity isn't something that needs to be redefined, it needs to be defined. He also shares the 8...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! At Spartan Leadership, we're all about celebrating the journeys and accomplishments of outstanding leaders. Get ready to be inspired by their stories and gain valuable insights to help you in your own career. Our special guest for today has excelled his way from being a school teacher to a professional fighter/amateur survivalist, and now a philos...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Welcome to Spartan Leadership, where we share the stories and insights of incredible leaders who have overcome challenges and achieved success in their careers. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Clifton Muckenfuss, who generously shares his remarkable career journey and insights with us. Clifton takes us on a transformative...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Today, we have an inspiring guest, Marvin Joles, who went from working in roofing to building a successful social media marketing empire. In this episode, we dive into Marvin's journey and learn about his approach to handling crab mentality in business, and how he created his personal brand that led to his success. Marvin shares his insights on th...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! In this episode of Leadership In Review, I sit down with Emmanuel Whitfield as we share our unique perspectives on how unity through respect and love can help us come together as a nation. We shed light on why division is a tool for the political elite, and how we can fight back. Does race, color, gender and political affiliation really matter? We migh...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! In this episode of Spartan Leadership, I am joined by Jason Teteak, "The trainer of trainers of trainers". Jason shares his incredible journey from being a school teacher to becoming a best-selling author, speaker, and coach through following God's whispers in thought, prayer, and taking action.  He also provides valuable strategies for...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! I sit down with Brad Modrich, a man who has overcome adversity and achieved success against all odds. From high school drop-out to convicted felon to successful fitness guru and multi-passionate businessman, Brad shares his story of how he found his calling behind bars after a man asked him one question that ultimately changed the course of his life. S...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! On this week's episode of Spartan Leadership, I am joined by Sam Kaufman who shares his one-of-a-kind journey of breaking free from addiction and finding his purpose through perseverance and faith.  It is our first time here at Spartan Leadership to have a guest that we didn’t ask any of our prepared questions. It’s a free-flowing conversation tha...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Are you familiar with the fentanyl epidemic happening in America right now?  In this episode, we discuss the opioid epidemic and the growing threat of fentanyl. I talk to Brock Bevell, a retired cop and a recovered opioid addict who is now in a mission to save lives and help people combat addiction about the crisis to gain a deeper understanding of the...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Welcome to another episode of Leadership In Review where we dive deep into the political crisis that America is facing today. The rise of double standards, cancel culture, and identity politics has become a norm and it's tearing us apart. In this episode, we'll discuss how these issues are impacting our political landscape and what we can do...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! We all want to make the most out of the new year, and 2023 is no different. In this episode, I’m giving you the blueprint to achieving your goals and reaching success in the coming year. From understanding the importance of mindset, to learning how to prepare strategically, to taking daily action, we're covering it all. Tune in to learn how you ca...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Greg Birch is a Tennessee native, raised by military parents that had an early desire to serve others. After college Greg was commissioned into the US Army as an Armor officer and spent 11 years serving his country. He deployed to both Afghanistan and Iraq, led Soldiers in combat and was twice awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his actions overseas. Gre...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Damon West, is a college criminal justice professor, nationally known keynote speaker, and author of the best-selling book, “The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change”. In this episode, Damon West shares his story on how he went from being the quarterback of a college football team to becoming the quarterback of a gang of thieves. No o...

Send us Fan Mail How does one be a leader? Here’s a better question, how can one be a pastor and a great leader in both the spiritual and secular world? In this episode, Mike O’Connell a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, pastor, husband & father, shares how to find balance between the two. In today’s day and age, there is an undeniable divide between the Christian world and the secular one. What...

Send us Fan Mail New Podcast Episode OUT NOW! Robert Verhelst a.k.a. Fireman Rob, is an active fire fighter, veteran of the US Air Force, dynamic keynote speaker, PTSD survivor, and Guinness Book of World Records Holder. In this episode of Spartan Leadership, Fireman Rob discusses forging leadership,  mental strength and developing a mindset to drive forward with a purpose and Forge In The Fires o...

Send us Fan Mail Emmanuel Whitfield, also known as The Greatest Man Alive, is a straight-up shooter that doesn’t care which side the coin lands on. He only cares about the truth. In this episode of Leadership In Review, Emmanuel joins in the cigar bar to talk about the nation’s state fresh out of the elections. Different opinions and political views are shared on controversial matters such as iden...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I had the incredible opportunity to talk with serial entrepreneur, “the dude who does the shit he says”, Aaron Nash. Aaron takes us on a no fluff conversation involving his personal mission of curing obesity through building a brand that is taking the fitness industry by storm. Equipped with strong family values and a take-no-shit philosophy, Aaron continues to pur...

Send us Fan Mail In these ever-changing times, especially in the digital age, Lindsey McMillion Stemann shares her remarkable journey and provides valuable insights on forming connections through ambiguity. Throughout the podcast, she provides tips and tricks on how to leverage platforms such as LinkedIn to maintain human connections, build a solid brand, and enhance communication. She explains ho...