The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner

Experience an insightful conversation as Manning Sumner appears as a guest on the RISE Podcast with host Gary Lipovetsky. From an engaging introduction, the episode unfolds Manning's compelling life story, discussing his upbringing in Birmingham, Alabama, and the pivotal role of his supportive family. The dialogue uncovers Manning's early leadership skills and his experiences with sports,...

In this episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Renato Viola, renowned pizza maestro and co-owner of Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza- which was “born from the idea that an extraordinary pizza requires the utmost attention to detail, the finest ingredients, and following the simple recipe for success: Quality and Consistency”. Being raised in Southern Italy, Renato's journey dat...

In this profoundly moving episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Jc Batista, a courageous parent and man who shares his and his wife's heart-wrenching journey of losing their eldest son in a fatal shooting, who struggled with substance abuse. Through an honest, open, and vulnerable conversation, they shed light on the challenges of dealing with deep pain and regret. They als...

In this episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Akin Ayodele, former NFL athlete for the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, and Buffalo Bills. Akin's journey extended beyond football, leading him to excel in business, finance, insurance, consulting, and risk management. Discover their reflections on their Miami days, balancing the party scene with a relentless “No Days Off” work...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Alina Villasante, founder, visionary, and designer of the clothing brand, Peace Love World. Peace Love World’s mission is to spread peace, love, & happiness through fashion and philanthropy. They have worked with celebrities such as JLO, Oprah, Kris Jenner, and are even available on QVC. In this podcast episode of the Bi...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Dan Hoffman, a business investor, and financial literacy expert who is skilled at teaching people how money can work for them while they sleep- just as his hero, and successful investor, Warren Buffett, famously said and proclaimed to all investors. In fact, Dan believes he can teach anyone how to become a millionaire- if he...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Ricky Jean Francois, former football defensive tackle for the San Francisco 49ers, as well as the Indianapolis Colts, Redskins, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots, and Detroit Lions. After being a part of the NFL league for 10 years, he is now a Dunkin Donuts multiple franchise owner, entrepreneur, and investor.  In thi...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Robert Bailey, former NFL defensive cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams, Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, and one of the greatest defensive teams in the history of the NFL- the Baltimore Ravens. Having played for 25 years in the NFL, Robert won two Super Bowl wins and two National Titles. To continue his i...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Pedro Tuma, Founder and Creative Director of FRIENDS & Family, a high-quality apparel line and community rooted in the core mission statement: “Be nice to people for no reason”. In this podcast episode, Manning and Pedro talk about the complex world of building and owning an apparel line. From brand development, to desig...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Amanda Pizarro-Rodriguez who, together with her husband, is the co-founder of The Salty Donut. She was awarded Forbes 30 under 30 in the Food & Drink category in 2018 for the creativity and entrepreneurship behind The Salty Donut brand. Now just turning 30 this year, she and her husband now have 8 locations of The Salty...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Gareth Hoernel, CEO and founder of GTH Consulting, delivering above and beyond client expectations in the professional world of real estate, executive security, defense tactics, personal fitness, and martial arts.  He is also an Executive Protection Operations partner of Roman Sandord, a black belt, and an MMA & Pan Am C...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Brittany Berger, author of the book “25 And Self-Ish”, and founder of Mindful Music Lab, a one-of-a-kind, immersive recording studio, and mindful spiritual space for professionals in the music industry with a goal mission of promoting mental health awareness and healing ones humanness before their artistry. Brittany is also...

In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Justin Roethlingshoefer, founder of Own It, a personalized coaching program that focuses on health, wellness, and mindset to help people start living their best lives. Having his MS in Sport Performance and Human Biology, and a background in functional medicine, Justin has 20+ years of experience working with Stanley Cup Cha...

In this podcast episode, Manning Sumner welcomes the team of multi-specialty physicians located at The Osteopathic Center in Miami, Florida: Dr. Kristopher Sean Goddard, founder of the Osteopathic Center in Miami, Florida, with two other locations in Jupiter, Florida, and Knoxville, Tennessee, and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine who focuses on evaluations of the musculoskeletal system, toxicities...

In this podcast episode, Manning Sumner welcomes Hilary Hoffman, founder and CEO of The SOTO Method. The SOTO Method is a highly efficient fitness regimen for anyone deeply committed to self-improvement but strapped for time. It consists of a mix of cardio and sculpting movements designed to maximize burn and efficiently deliver a full-body workout in 45 minutes or less with timed intervals of SOT...

In this episode, Manning Sumner and Nick Sansone, a Missouri licensed attorney, as well as an owner of the Sansone Group Property, which is a family-owned full-service commercial real estate firm that does development across the United States, and a member of numerous professional organizations, talk about carrying on a legacy, going beyond the transaction in business, how when they dial in physic...

In this episode, Manning Sumner and Derek DeGrazio, one of Barry's Miami partners, Barry’s instructor, and celebrity trainer, talk about how simple fitness really is, what it takes to be a successful coach and trainer. Being inspired and building relationships with those in the same industry, having a “service mindset” and saying “yes” in order to build in one's career. As well as what determinati...

In this episode, Manning Sumner and Rico Love, record producer/songwriter/singer/rapper, and Vice Chairman of the Recording Academy and Black Music Collective, talk about being put on this earth to make a difference in this world, using their pain as fuel to become bigger, stronger, and greater, and being in “building mode”- towards the goal of being a person of excellence and significance.

In this episode, Manning Sumner and Marc Megna, Anatomy Gym founder, trainer, and former professional American and Canadian football linebacker and defensive end in the NFL Europe League and Canadian Football League, talk about the parallels and similarities in their lives as like-minded individuals, their advice to those who want to become their best selves, how being a good communicator is being...

In this episode, Manning Sumner and Gunnar Peterson, professional athlete/celebrity personal trainer, author, businessman, actor, speaker, creator of major fitness programs, and developer of fitness equipment with a focus on functional training, talk about sharing ideas and being supportive of those pursuing like-minded endeavors, how personal training is a serving industry, referring other people...

In this episode, Manning Sumner and DANJA, record producer and songwriter, have a conversation about not compromising their visions as visionaries, the process of mentoring others, being of service to others, discipline with your mind, body, and soul, and finding a cause greater than yourself all with the intentional pursuit of becoming better every single day.

In this episode, Rich Wilkerson Jr., pastor of Vous Church Miami, interviews Manning Sumner on his journey and story of how he got to where he is and how he built the "No Days Off" Brand and Legacy gyms, all through the power of taking action throughout his life.