Bakker Shields

The BAMNCast

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The BAMNCast is all about helping listeners learn, grow, and evolve By Any Means Necessary. Expect to hear from host Bakker Shields, and guests who are movers and shakers in entrepreneurship, academia, and more.

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Bakker Shields

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Education

Latest episode

Oct 28, 2026

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Episodes

EP 059 - Nathan Smith - AI Agents, Gig Economy and Scaling in 2026 10.09.2025

In this episode I sit down with creator of the new AI Agent platform Mirra, Nathan Smith. Nathan and his team have created a unique platform where AI Agents can be created and "rented" out on the marketplace by other users. It's an extremely powerful tool that will be releasing soon, and Nathan and I talk all things AI, startups, and everything in between. ------------------ My Guest...

EP 058 - Galvin Widjaja - Ethical AI, AI Monitoring and How to Stand Out 03.09.2025

In this episode I sit down with Galvin Widjaja, founder of Lauretta AI, a privacy-first computer vision company. His unique background spans finance, consulting, hospitality, and cutting-edge AI technology, and I had an absolute blast talking about it all with him. AI monitoring is something many are concerned with, including me, but hearing how Galvin and his startup is approaching this sector is...

EP 057 - Greg McCoy - Acquisitions, the Gym Business and Bulletproof Teams 27.08.2025

In this episode I sit down with Greg McCoy, owner of Hidden Gym and their now 4 locations across Dallas, Texas. I had the pleasure of meeting Greg the very weekend he opened his first location, and now as of the time of filming this podcast 6 years later, he just acquired his 4th! Watch/listen to hear so many great lessons and insights he has learned while scaling so rapidly in what is traditional...

EP 056 - McKenzie Shields - 1 Week Out, Prep Life and Puppy Troubles 20.08.2025

In this episode I chat with my wife Kenzie as she hits one week out from her bikini bodybuilding debut! We talk about her journey, how she is feeling, the hardships, as well as house and puppy updates. ------------------ My Guest: McKenzie Shields Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckenzie.a.shields/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mckenzieashields ------------------ My Companies: AR Funnel: h...

EP 055 - Bodybuilding Prep, Doing Hard Things, and AI Coach Replacement 28.07.2025

In this episode I catch up on the pod with my sister Addison on all things business, her bodybuilding prep, and how she views the impact of AI on the coaching industry. Hope you enjoy! ------------------ My Guest: Addison Shields Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addisonbrinley TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@addison.brinley YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@addisonbrinley Work with Addie: http...

EP 054 - Alfonso Lopez - AI in Fitness, Entrepreneurship and Pushing Limits 22.07.2025

In this episode I sit down with my friend Alfonso Lopez. Alfonso and I dive deep into AI, the fitness industry, pushing your limits and what that does for the human brain, and more. ------------------ My Guest: Alfonso Lopez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alfonsolopezll/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamalfonsolopez ------------------ My Companies: AR Funnel: https://www.arfunnel.io/   Th...

EP 053 - Cavan Valance - Life Changes, Staying Fit, and Writing a Book 18.07.2025

In this episode I chat with my good friend, colleague, and now published Author Cavan Valance. Cavan is launching his new book Stay F*cking Fit! We chat life, business, fitness, and more. ------------------ My Guest: Cavan Valance Register for his Book Launch Party: https://cavanvalance.com/sffbook-vip Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cavantv_ ------------------ My Companies: AR Funnel: https:...

EP 052 - Dilan Velagic - AI in Coaching, AGI and How to Stay Ahead 24.06.2025

In this episode I sit down and chat all things AI with my friend Dilan Velagic. Dilan and his partner Lauren run a 7-figure fitness coaching business called Aesthetic Bodies. Dilan and I have bonded over our shared interest (and concern?) in AI and how it's going to impact the fitness coaching space. Thanks for watching or listening! ------------------ My Guest: Dilan Velagic Work with Aesthet...

EP 051 - Anthony Autry - Addiction, Being on LAPD's Most Wanted & Changing Lives 15.04.2025

In this episode I sit down with friend and AR Client Anthony Autry. Anthony has one of the most captivating life stories I've ever heard, and I would venture to guess you will feel the same. From a life of crime & addiction that started in his youth, to now changing lives and leading men to be the best version of themselves, this is one you'll want to hear. ------------------ My Guest:...

EP 050 - Maureen Evelyn - Public Speaking, Getting Rejected & Family 02.04.2025

In this episode I sit down with young entrepreneur, public speaker, social media expert and my friend, Maureen Evelyn. I think you guys will be just as impressed as I am with her and what she has going on! Enjoy! ------------------ My Guest: Maureen Evelyn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maureensmarketing/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maureensmarketing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ma...

EP 049 - Jared Hamilton - Lead Nurture, Middle of Funnel and Therapy 18.03.2025

In this episode, I sit down just an hour before his flight with Jared Hamilton. Jared is a long time friend and client of ARFunnel, and one of the deepest thinkers and most emotionally in-tune people I have ever known. I think you guys will love this conversation just as much as I have! ------------------ My Guest: Jared Hamilton Instagram: ⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realjaredhamilton/⁠⁠ YouTube...

EP 048 - Brad Dunn - Consistency, Impact and Scale 27.01.2025

In this episode I sit down with Brad Dunn, known as Reliant Fitness on social media. Brad is just a wealth of knowledge and a genuine human being who shows up in the biggest ways for everyone around him. ------------------ My Guest: Brad Dunn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reliant.fitness/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reliant.fitness Work with Brad: https://coaching.reliantfitness.net/a...

EP 047 - Zakk Colburn - Niches, Ideal Business Size & Alignment 12.11.2024

In this episode, I sit with friend and Partner of ARFunnel Zakk Colburn. Zakk has an amazing story, and has created his dream life through the vehicle of both fitness coaching, and helping fitness coaches scale their companies. Tons of value here, I hope you enjoy! ------------------ My Guest: Zakk Colburn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zakkcolburn/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

EP 046 - Multiple Acquisition Channels, Recent Lessons & More 11.11.2024

In this episode I am talking all business! This chat is something that has been huge on my mind recently as we have been pushing internally towards building our multiple reliable acquisition channels for ourselves at ARFunnel. I hope my breakdown here can help you to grasp the concept, and inspire you to implement it into your business if you haven't already! ------------------ My Companies: AR Fu...

EP 045 - Reuben Brooks - Personal Evolution, Hiring Mentors & Anime 28.10.2024

In this episode I sit down with friend and strategic partner of mine at ARFunnel Reuben Brooks. Reuben has been in the industry for over a decade, and he shares his winding journey going from overweight kid getting made fun of, to 6 figure online coach, and then on to coaching other fitness coaches to grow and scale their businesses as well. I think you will love Reuben's introspection and thought...

EP 044 - Addison Shields - Internet Fame, Big Goals & Evolving on Social Media 14.10.2024

In this episode I sit down with random famous influencer (my sister @addisonbrinley) and discuss her rise to internet "fame", how she plans to evolve as she moves into different phases of life, and what big goals and dreams she has in the industry/life in general. Hope you love the episode and conversation! ------------------ My Guest: Addison Shields Work with Addison as your coach: ⁠https://book...

EP 043 - McKenzie Shields - Buying a New House, Major Life Changes & Young Living Beings 07.10.2024

In this episode my wife Kenzie and I sit down in our construction zone of a brand new house!! Listen to hear what I've been working on and why I have been away from the pod for a few weeks! After a full day of demo, I am sure you can hear the energy in our voices! ------------------ My Guest: McKenzie Shields Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckenzie.a.shields/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@...

EP 042 - Chosen vs. Unchosen Suffering 10.09.2024

In this episode I talk about the difference between Chosen and Unchosen suffering, and how one can help you handle and overcome the other. I hope you like this quick, very specific format! ------------------ My Companies: AR Funnel: https://www.arfunnel.io/   The BAMN Coalition: https://apply.thebamncoalition.com/   Ubora Fitness: https://uborafitness.com/   ------------------ Let's connect: I...

EP 041 - Addison Shields - Elevating Skills, Your Circle & Your Mindset 02.09.2024

In this episode I am joined once again by my Addison Shields (  @addisonbrinley  ) AKA one of my younger sisters. We had a blast catching up, and talking about recent journeys she has taken on to improve both personally and professionally. ------------------ My Guest: Addison Shields Work with Addison as your coach: ⁠https://book.thebamncoalition.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/addison...

EP 040 - Will Girone - Obsession, Daily Disciplines and the Paradox of Growth 26.08.2024

In this episode I sit down with Will Girone, seven-figure Entrepreneur and coach of fitness coaches! Will is one of our strategic partners at ARFunnel.io, and is also a friend. Will has a very similar story in the industry, and we had a blast reflecting on how he got to the position he's in today. ------------------ My Guest: Will Girone Full Time Fit Coach: https://fulltimefitcoach.com Instag...

EP 039 - Chad Aleo - High-Ticket Sales, Writing a Book and the Psychology of Buyers 19.08.2024

In this episode, I sit down with Chad Aleo. Chad has personally done over $15 million in high ticket sales in the last five years, and wrote a book The Book on High Ticket Sales: The Ultimate Guide to Making Millions Through Remote Selling. Chad shares some amazing insights into his experience as a salesman, how to overcome fear of selling, and so much more. ------------------ My Guest: Chad Aleo...

EP 038 - Chad Mathis - Nerding Out, Psychology and Alignment 12.08.2024

In this episode I catch up with good friend and fellow Coach Chad Mathis. Chad gives an update on all the things he's doing in the bodybuilding space, alongside deep talks into psychology, alignment, and things we enjoy being complete Nerds about. Hope you love this one! ------------------ My Guest: Chad Mathis Apply to Work with Chad: https://tomanektrained.com/full-coaching-services-w-chad-a...

EP 037 - Growth, Sacrifice and the Real Truth about Entrepreneurship 06.08.2024

In this solo episode I talk about my last several weeks, sharing some of the struggles, sacrifices, and growing pains I've been experiencing as an entrepreneur. I also talk about the misconceptions and glorification of "being your own boss", and what it really takes to be successful running your own business. I hope you enjoy this more real, raw talk, and look forward to hearing your...

EP 036 - Addison Shields - Giving Away $20k in Coaching, 3 Years in Business and the Evolution of BAMN 23.07.2024

In this episode Addison and I talk about celebrating 3 years in business for The BAMN Coalition, giving away $20,000 in coaching, and what our journey as a company has looked like getting to where we are today as a team. Hope you enjoy! APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP BELOW ⬇️ ------------------ My Guest: Addison Shields Apply to win a portion of $20,000 in Scholarships: https://coaching.thebamncoalitio...

EP 035 - McKenzie Shields - One Year of Marriage, Relationship Struggles and our Future 15.07.2024

In this episode I sit (lay?) down with my wife Kenzie as we reflect on one full year of being married. We discuss each of our opinions on how everything has gone so far, things that annoy us about one another, how we handle and overcome conflict, our future plans and much more. I think you guys will enjoy this one, can't wait to hear your thoughts! ------------------ My Guest: McKenzie Shields...

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