The Burn Podcast by Ben Newman

In this powerful compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two deeply moving conversations that center on faith, perseverance, and the meaning we assign to adversity. First, Ben finally sits down with Inky Johnson, a conversation years in the making. Inky shares how a career-ending injury became the foundation for a life of purpose, leadership, and impact. He breaks down why beha...

In this special compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two powerful conversations centered on ownership, discipline, and the standards required to build a life that lasts. First, Daymond John shares his journey from Queens, New York, to becoming a global entrepreneur, branding icon, and original Shark on Shark Tank. With just $40, Daymond built FUBU, proving that resourcefulne...

In this powerful compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two extraordinary stories that prove your past does not define your future—your commitment does. First, Brandon James, owner of Brandon J Roofing, shares his raw and inspiring journey from serving time in prison to becoming a multi-millionaire business owner, coach, and motivational leader. Brandon opens up about the fait...

In this powerful Burn Podcast compilation, Ben Newman brings together two conversations that center on one defining theme: who you choose to be when it gets hard. First, Sean O’Brien shares his journey as a healthcare and medical technology leader who helped drive his company to more than tenfold revenue growth. But the most defining moment didn’t happen in a boardroom—it happened during an Ironma...

In this powerful compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two extraordinary stories that redefine what resilience, perspective, and intentional living truly mean. First, Ian Bowen shares his remarkable journey of Positive Persistence after being diagnosed with a rare disease that left him paralyzed and told he would never walk again without crutches. Refusing to accept that outc...

In this powerful two-episode compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with two dynamic leaders whose stories prove that adversity can become your greatest advantage when you choose to rise from it. First, Nate Green shares the lessons that shaped him into an award-winning CEO, best-selling author, and leadership performance coach. From overcoming a career-threatening health crisis at...

In this special compilation episode of The Burn Podcast, we revisit two incredible conversations with women who are redefining what it means to lead, grow, and attack life with purpose. First, Judy Selby—award-winning attorney, certified coach, and author of the bestseller The Untold Secrets to Thrive as a Lawyer—shares the mindset and habits behind her evolution from one of the nation’s top cyber...

In this inspiring compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two incredible stories of drive, purpose, and the relentless pursuit of growth — one from the world of wellness, the other from the hardwood. First, Lexi Johnson, founder of Lexi J Wellness, shares how she turned a global shutdown into an opportunity to serve others. What started as workouts in her unfinished basement du...

In this powerful Burn Podcast compilation, Ben Newman sits down with two remarkable thought leaders — Mel Abraham and Angie Wisdom — to explore what it means to live with purpose, lead with intention, and build a legacy that lasts far beyond success. First, Mel Abraham shares how lessons from his father and his own battle with cancer reshaped his definition of wealth. From navigating financial unc...

In this special compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together two powerhouse conversations that define what it means to live with purpose, resilience, and unrelenting drive. First, Bruce Cardenas takes us through his extraordinary path — from the Marines and LAPD to becoming the Chief Communications Officer at Quest Nutrition, and now a driving force behind brands like Legendary Food...

In this special compilation of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with two guests who embody transformation in very different ways. First, Jimmy Rex shares how he walked away from a thriving real estate empire to build a life centered on purpose. After selling Utah’s most expensive home and reaching every professional milestone, Jimmy realized success without meaning felt empty. What began as...

In this high-energy highlight from The Burn Podcast, we take YOU back inside the Big as Texas BOOT CAMP — where champions, entrepreneurs, and leaders learned what it truly means to live The Standard. Ben Newman breaks down the power of the Prizefighter Day — the personal, professional, and service-driven decisions YOU make daily that separate the uncommon from the average. It’s not about doing mor...

Big as Texas BOOT CAMP Highlights with Dawn Harper-Nelson, Inky Johnson, Shari Wenk, Michael Chandler, and Cris Cawley In this powerful highlight episode of The Burn Podcast, we take YOU inside the Big as Texas BOOT CAMP, where every story reminded us that setbacks don’t define YOU—they refine YOU. From Olympic champion Dawn Harper-Nelson’s one-minute reset after knee surgery to Inky Johnson’s pow...

In this special two-part episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman revisits two raw, unfiltered conversations that prove champions aren’t built in comfort. Alex Donnolo shares how a wrongful conviction, solitary confinement, and the loss of his best friend became the spark for relentless growth—fueling an eight-figure real estate portfolio, a redeemed name, and a mission to turn darkness into light....

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with entrepreneur and philanthropist John Chiorando—a no-frills New Yorker whose definition of success begins and ends with one word on his headstone: DAD. John opens up about the most challenging season of his life, honoring his daughter Nina and the vow that now fuels his days: to write a $50 million check toward finding a cure so other f...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, host Ben Newman finally sits down with the one and only Inky Johnson—a conversation that has been years in the making. From a career-ending injury to a life-altering calling, Inky shares how humility, discipline, and unwavering faith transformed pain into purpose, and why true greatness comes from action, not just words. Inky doesn’t just talk about resilience—...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman welcomes back top financial coach Hillary Seiler to talk about money, discipline, and the burn that fuels her mission. Hillary has worked with NFL locker rooms, NCAA programs, and corporate America, teaching that financial success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about mindset and daily standards. She shares how losing her mom at a young age and buildin...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with mortgage-industry titan, coach, and now author J. J. Mazzo to unpack his new book Perseverance Principles (releasing October 7). J. J. opens up about the messy middle—imposter syndrome, financial pressure, family leadership, and faith—and how seven practical principles became his playbook for pushing through the toughest seasons.  This...

In this powerful episode of The Burn Podcast, four dynamic voices share their stories of resilience, discipline, and purpose—and how each discovered the fire that fuels their success. Alex Donnollo, a proven business leader and entrepreneur, reveals the lessons he’s learned about staying the course, building with discipline, and finding clarity in the face of uncertainty. Inky Johnson, former Tenn...

This episode of The Burn Podcast takes YOU inside the Mental Toughness Forum, where six powerhouse leaders share raw and unfiltered truths about resilience, discipline, and overcoming adversity. Gary Kauffman opens up about success, naysayers, and the inner battles of self-doubt—teaching that real mental toughness means tuning out the noise and locking arms with people who fuel YOUR vision. Shari...

In this special episode of The Burn Podcast , YOU get direct access to the Mental Toughness Forum , where some of the most dynamic leaders in business and life share raw stories, unfiltered lessons, and powerful truths about what it really takes to stay relentless when adversity hits. Featuring Ashwin Mohan, Danielle White, Garrett White, Bryce Henson, Shayla Gifford, and Nick Sansone , each speak...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, we bring YOU directly inside the Mental Toughness Forum—a powerhouse gathering featuring some of the world’s most elite performers in sports, business, and personal growth. Host Ben Newman is joined by an extraordinary lineup of speakers: Bo Eason, Dr. Jana Haywood, Drew Hanlen, Jen Gottlieb, and Michael Chandler. Each brings raw stories, proven strategies, and...

In this special compilation episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman sits down with three powerhouse leaders who have taken lessons from the field and turned them into lasting impact—proving that true leadership extends far beyond the game. First, we hear from Kaleb Thornhill, a trailblazer in the NFL’s player engagement and development space. With over 15 years of front office experience, Kaleb cr...

In this special compilation episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings together three powerful stories from athletes, leaders, and entrepreneurs who prove that your burn doesn’t stop when the game ends—it only grows stronger. First, we kick things off with Bill Burke, former Michigan State quarterback and Spartan alum. Bill shares how football became his identity, the highs and lows of playing...

In this no-excuses, fire-filled episode of The Burn Podcast, Ben Newman brings the heat by combining two of the most powerful messages we’ve ever released. First: Lock the Gates. Ben shares the life-changing mindset shift that came from one simple but powerful principle: YOU have the power to lock YOUR gates. That means protecting your peace, guarding your standards, and refusing to let negativity...