The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Dr. Matthew Nagra is a Naturopathic Doctor devoted to bringing the most up-to-date, evidence-based nutrition information to his patients in his Vancouver-based practice and to the public through social media, public presentations, and scientific publications. He makes the latest nutrition science easily digestible and corrects misinformation, empowering people to make informed health choices. He i...

Andrew Zimmern is a celebrity chef, TV personality and author. Today on show we discuss: what fueled Andrew's addiction, what rock bottom looked like and how he nearly losing his life, how recovery has given Andrew a career and purpose, why the restaurant industry doesn't cause drug addiction, why addicts have a secret superpower, how Andrew got his start in television and much more. Today's spons...

Ariel 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 Ne...

Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert, author and podcast host. Today on the show we discuss: red flag phrases that narcissists and manipulators commonly use, why great people stay stuck in toxic relationships, early signs that you are dating someone toxic, how narcissists secretly manipulate you, what you can do to take your power back, why conflict in relationships is act...

Kip Fulks is the co-founder of Under Armour, the Founder of Big Truck Farms and the Owner of Bushwhack adventures. He’s known for his no BS advice on life and business. Today on the show we discuss: the surprising reason that successful people often feel miserable, brutal truths that you need to hear about life and change, why listening to podcasts could actually hurt your progress, the thing that...

Dr. Jeffrey Bland is a personable and highly respected thought leader who has spent more than four decades focused on the improvement of human health. He is known worldwide as the founder of the Functional Medicine movement, which represents his vision for a care model that is grounded in systems biology and informed by research that he has a unique ability to synthesize.  Today on the show we dis...

Anna Runkle (also known as “The Crappy Childhood Fairy”) is a content creator, author and trauma recovery expert. Today on the show we discuss: the hidden effects of childhood trauma, signs you may not have resolved things from your past, practical steps for getting your life back together, how to regulate your emotions in real time, how to find real friends and improve your personal relationships...

Dr. Yasmin Hurd is the Director of the Addiction Institute within the Mount Sinai Behavioral Health System as well as the Ward Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience and Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Hurd is an internationally renowned neuroscientist whose translational research examines the neurobiology of drug abuse...

Teo Soleymani MD, FAAD, FACMS is a Double Board-Certified Dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer and reconstructive surgery.  Today on the show we discuss: the biggest things that can accelerate your risk for skin cancer, steps you can take to take back control of your skin, how to deal with loose skin and hair loss, signs your skin is at risk for disease, a minimalist skincare routine you c...

Dennis Vetrano is a divorce lawyer and content creator.  Today on the show we discuss: The top habits that doom relationships, The root cause of infidelity (why its not just physical) The power of small daily habits for maintaining intimacy Tips for healthy conflict and communication The truth about prenups, How to navigate divorce without damaging your kids lives And much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLA...

Debbi Barber is a highly successful entrepreneur and co-founder of the innovative Vitali Regenerative Skin Care company. Terry Barber is an entrepreneur, former motivational speaker and the co-founder of Vitali Regenerative Skin Care company. Today on the show we discuss: The power of copper peptides and skincare for aging Debbi and Terry's health transformations, Their emotional and purpose drive...

Bill Campbell is a Professor of Exercise Science and Director of the Performance and Physique Enhancement Laboratory at the University of South Florida. He earned my Ph. D. in Exercise, Nutrition, and Preventive Health from Baylor University i 2007, Bill has published over 200 scientific papers and abstracts, three textbooks, and 20 book chapters in areas related to physique enhancement, sports nu...

Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. is an attorney, bestselling author, professor, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute (ANI) and host of the #1 negotiation podcast in the world, Negotiate Anything. Following the viral success of his 2016 TED Talk Finding Confidence in Conflict, Kwame has lent his expertise to dozens of media outlets, C-suite leadership for Fortune 500 companies like NASA, Target and...

Michelle Chalfant is a therapist, holistic life coach, speaker, and author. Today on the show we discuss: why your pain is a portal and not the problem, how to reprogram negative self talk, why you need more than self awareness to change your life, how to become a "healthy adult," the real role of "triggers" in your life, how to reinvent yourself and heal and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Ple...

Darren G. Candow, Ph. D., CSEP-CEP, FISSN is a Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, Director of Research for the Athlete Health and Performance Initiative and past Associate Dean-Graduate Studies and Research in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. Today on the show we discuss: the shocking benefits of creatine for cog...

Steve Magness is a world renowned performance and mindset coach. Today on the show we discuss: how to reframe your mindset using storytelling, how to build confidence in yourself through small wins, how to not let failure define who you are, why a supportive environment is crucial for optimal performance, why you should stay focused on the journey instead of instant gratification, how to build las...

Britt Reid seemingly had it all, but under the surface was his life-long battles with substance abuse and alcoholism. What should have been the American dream became a living nightmare for so many when he got behind the wheel of a car after drinking. In an instant, Britt traded in his life of impact for an inmate number in the Missouri Department of Corrections. Today, Britt is out of prison and l...

Dr. Najwa Zebian is an activist, educator, speaker, author and relationship expert. Dr. Zebian began to write in an effort to connect with and heal her first students, a group of young refugees, but found that she was also writing to heal herself. In her first book, Welcome Home, she presented a guide for people to become a safe space for themselves, to see themselves through their own eyes, and t...

Bob Bordone is a Senior Fellow at Harvard Law School, founder and former director of the Harvard Negotiation and Mediation Clinical Program, former Thaddeus R. Beal Clinical Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, and founder of The Cambridge Negotiation Institute. He is co-author of Designing Systems and Processes for Managing Disputes, and co-editor of The Handbook of Dispute Resolution.  Today...

T.J. Robinson, also known as "The Olive Oil Hunter®" is the founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club. He is one of the world’s most respected authorities on all matters olive oil. He is dedicated to importing rare fresh-pressed olive oil, the most flavorful and most healthful extra virgin olive oil on the planet, until now virtually impossible to obtain year-round in the US. All his oils are in...

Sal Di Stefano is one of the hosts of the highly popular Mind Pump Podcast, a show that exposes the RAW TRUTH about health, fitness, nutrition and more. Sal picked up his first weight at the age of 14. Fitness was a way for him to apply hard work and effort towards changing and re-inventing himself. He wanted to shift the direction of the fitness industry from an aesthetic insecurity based industr...

George Kamel is a Ramsey Personality, financial expert and YouTuber. Today on the show we discuss: common money traps that can keep you broke, why apps make it easy to overspend, wealth goals you should aim for in your 20’s and 30’s, best practices to implement if you want to become a millionaire, why your net worth will accelerate after it hits $100k, the most emotional moments from The Ramsey Sh...

Lauren Sisler is an Emmy Award-winning ESPN sideline reporter whose inspiring journey of resilience highlights the power of falling in love with your story. At just 18, while most kids are finding their independence and enjoying college life, Lauren was faced with the unimaginable: the sudden and unexpected loss of both parents to prescription drug addiction. Their deaths, coupled with the shockin...

Doctor Staci Whitman is a Functional Kids’ Dentist in North Portland, Oregon. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Her dentistry/practice is grounded by science and powered by love. Doctor Staci attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and worked as a general dentist for 2 years before earning a cert...

Jim Curtis is a transformational coach, master hypnotherapist, and author. Today on the show we discuss: how to reframe common negative phrases that we say to ourselves, how to use your darkest pain as fuel for growth, how to disrupt the "confirmation bias" loop that keeps you stuck, how to reprogram your subconscious mind using hypnosis, why your not "stuck" and how to fix that mindset, how to le...