The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Britt Frank is a licensed psychotherapist and trauma expert. She received her bachelor's from Duke and her Master's of Social Work from the University of Kansas. Britt is also the author of the book, The Science of Stuck: Breaking Through Inertia to Find Your Path Forward This is her second time on the podcast and today we are going to discuss many of the themes of her work but we are also going t...

Jerry T. Wise, MA, MS, CLC, is a family systems and self-differentiation expert with over 45 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist, addictions therapist, social worker, pastoral counselor, ACOA expert, psychiatric therapist, codependency specialist, therapist trainer, organizational consultant, and certified life/relationship coach. Today on the show we discuss: how narcissists su...

Ben Azadi is a podcaster, YouTuber and founder of Keto Kamp. Today on the show we discuss: what you may be doing wrong if you’re not losing belly fat, why Ben feels seed oils are so dangerous, 14-day protocol you can follow to melt as much fat as possible, why fasting the wrong way can lead to negative health outcomes, the mindset shift that changed everything for Ben, why he feels the calories in...

Olga Khazan is a staff writer for The Atlantic and the author, previously, of Weird: The Power of Being an Outsider in an Insider World. She has also written for The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Vox, and other publications. She is a two-time recipient of the International Reporting Project’s Journalism Fellowship and winner of the 2017 National Headliner Award for Ma...

Erwin McManus is a mind, life, and cultural architect and an award-winning author and artist. His books have sold over one million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. As a world-renowned communicator, McManus has spoken to millions of people in seventy countries on five continents in stadiums of up to one-hundred thousand people. His creative genius has resulted in co...

Stan Efferding is an IFBB pro bodybuilder and has his bachelor of science in psychology and exercise science from the University of Oregon. Stan is a multiple all -time world record holding powerlifter and has been training high school, Collegiate, and Professional athletes for over 25 years. He has conducted over 200 seminars in 14 countries and in all 50 states. Today on the show we discuss: the...

Sathiya Sam is a renowned addiction expert. He is the founder & creator of DeepClean, a research-backed system that has helped 1,000+ men break free from pornography addiction. Sathiya also hosts the Man Within podcast and is a proud father and husband. Today on the show we discuss: how pornography rewires the brain, the root causes of porn addiction, why porn addiction is so difficult to manage a...

Kevin O’Leary also known as Mr. Wonderful is a serial entrepreneur, TV personality and one of the stars of the hit show “Shark Tank.” Today on the show we discuss: how to achieve financial freedom and actually enjoy your wealth, how to execute and take action on a big idea that you have, what you can do right now during an unstable economy, Kevin’s personal struggles and how he overcame them, hars...

Dr. Nathan Bryan is an acclaimed biomedical researcher known primarily for his groundbreaking research on nitric oxide (NO) biology. Dr. Bryan's research has markedly advanced our understanding of NO's critical roles in cardiovascular health, immune function, and neurobiology.  Today on the show we discuss: simple morning and evening protocols to help slow aging, the shocking benefits of intermitt...

Nathalia Melo is a mother of two, wife, and a globally recognized fitness coach with over 15 years of experience. Having spoken in over 30 countries and featured in magazines worldwide, Nathalia’s expertise extends far beyond her title as a former Olympia champion. Her unique approach to fitness, health, and mindset has made her a sought-after speaker and coach. Today on the show we discuss: the d...

TJ Power is a neuroscientist, content creator, founder of "The DOSE Lab" and best-selling author of the book "The DOSE Effect." Today on the show we discuss: the hidden dangers of overstimulating your brain, a 14-day protocol to hack your dopamine system and reset your mind, signs that your dopamine system is out of balance, why boredom and solitude are the gateways to healing, how to get better a...

Todd Anderson is a former NFL player, entrepreneur and founder or Dream Recovery. Today on the show we discuss: the real causes of poor sleep that are often overlooked, simple science-backed strategies to improve sleep quality, how Todd lost a bunch of weight and reclaimed his health after his NFL career, why nasal breathing is so beneficial for your health, how Todd reinvented himself and found p...

Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, 3 x Wall Street Journal bestselling author and former crime boss in Dallas, who was sentenced to Life in prison for Organized Crime. USA Today calls him the “modern day Shawshank Redemption and the most in-demand speaker in America.” At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the Uni...

Dr. Martha Beck, PhD, is a bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has spent a lifetime delivering powerful, practical, and entertaining insights to help people transform their lives. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Today on the show, we discuss: the quickest way to reduce anxiety, the key differences betwee...

Dr. Joey Munoz is a Ph. D. in Nutritional Science and the founder of Fit4Life Academy. With a passion for evidence-based fitness and nutrition, Dr. Joey has dedicated his career to helping individuals transform their body composition through sustainable practices. He combines his academic expertise and personal experience to debunk fitness myths and promote healthy habits. Dr. Joey has successfull...

Sarah Ann Macklin is one of the few female scientists in the health space, blending scientific rigor with a compassionate lens. She hosts the acclaimed podcast Live Well Be Well—ranked in the top 2% of UK podcasts—where she translates the latest research on nutrition, mindset, and longevity into everyday insights. Sarah Ann believes that health isn’t about perfection—it’s about understanding your...

Phil Heath is a 7x Mr. Olympia winner, entrepreneur and professional bodybuilder. Today on the show we discuss: the mental and emotional cost of having the world’s most impressive physique, the rise and fall of his bodybuilding career and how Phil made the ultimate comeback, how to deal with temptation and build a rock solid mindset, the biggest mistakes people make in the gym and Phil’s favorite...

Dr Ellen J. Langer is Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, and many consider her to be the ‘mother of mindfulness’.  Today on the show, we discuss: why life is so stressful right now, how to reframe the way you see adversity, why you don’t have to meditate to practice mindfulness, how to improve the way you speak to yourself, how your perception shapes the way you live your life, how to...

Edvin Dapcevic is a media executive, immigrant, and sales leader currently heading the Media & Entertainment sales organization at Discord. Previously, he helped build TikTok’s advertising business from the ground up, driving over a billion dollars in revenue while partnering with some of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands. A DACA recipient born in war-torn Yugoslavia, Edvin’s story is o...

Chase Hughes is the founder and CEO of Applied Behavior Research, a leading expert in the field of human behavioral science, and a neuroscientist. After serving in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, Chase developed world-class behavior science tools, such as rapid behavior profiling and enhanced persuasion techniques, which he teaches to the United States military, law enforcement, Fortune-500 CEOs, doct...

Dr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the books "Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself" and "Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.” Today on the show we discuss: surprising reasons people die young, foods the can fight inflammation and burn body fat, the dangers of microplastics and how th...

Michael Chernow is a restauranteur, entrepreneur and content creator. He’s also the founder of the highly popular wellness brand Kreatures of Habit. Today on the show we discuss: how to get sober and radically transform your life in just 30 days, the napkin blueprint that saved Michael's life from heroin addiction, why being an addict is the biggest superpower, the biggest things Michael has had t...

John Vervaeke, Ph. D. is an award-winning professor at the University of Toronto in the departments of psychology, cognitive science, and Buddhist psychology. Today on the show we discuss: why people are feeling so lost right now, how to find meaning during adversity, why instant gratification is keeping you trapped, how to transform pain into future growth, the myth of achievement as it relates t...

Dr. Allan Bacon holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland. He is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, a certified physique & bodybuilding coach, a certified nutritionist (x2), a certified coach for USA Powerlifting, and has formulated professionally for industry-leading dietary supplement companies since 2009. Today on the show we...

Marion Jones was once celebrated for her athletic achievements and known as the ‘fastest woman on the planet’, and quickly became a household name in the early 2000s, appearing on the covers of Time Magazine, Vogue–as the first black female athlete to ever grace the cover, and Sports Illustrated and securing millions in endorsement deals from major brands including Nike, Gatorade, and “Got Milk”....