The Burn Podcast by Ben Newman

In this special episode, we ignite a fiery reflection on the indelible legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—a fearless American Baptist minister, activist, and political visionary who reshaped the moral fabric of our nation. From 1955 to his untimely assassination in 1968, Dr. King stood on the front lines of justice, wielding nonviolent resistance as his weapon against the brutality of Jim Crow l...

You’ve been holding yourself back — but that stops now. In this episode, we’re calling you out and showing you why playing small is the biggest thing keeping you from the success you crave. It’s time to get real: You need support. You need coaching. And you sure as hell can’t do it alone. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How your mindset is the silent killer of your success - Why trying to go it a...

Click here to get a copy of the book: https://drewhanlen.com/ In this First episode of The Burn Podcast Season 7, our guest is Drew Hanlen, a renowned personal basketball trainer with over a decade of experience working with professional-caliber players. Specializing in helping athletes develop in-game speed moves—an often overlooked but crucial aspect of training—Drew has worked with some of bask...

In this special compilation, we’re highlighting the most powerful moments from Season 6. Hear everything you need to know to ignite your BURN in 2025 from some of the greatest: Jen Gottlieb - Fueling Growth Through Discomfort Ryan Pineda - Attacking the Process for Success Lexi Johnson - Turning Struggles into Strength Don Saladino - The Power of Discipline Jason Redman - The Importance of Fight a...

Season 6 Best of 2024 Part 1: Power, Growth & Resilience In this special compilation, we’re highlighting the most powerful moments from Season 6. Hear game-changing insights from: Trent Shelton – Pushing past limits and living with purpose Coach Scott Cochran – Building unstoppable mental toughness Alexander Martin – Leading with heart and vision Phil Heath – Mastering discipline and physical...

What happens when the words you've been longing to hear your entire life lose their power? Join us as we embark on a deeply personal exploration of seeking validation, only to find true strength within ourselves. I share the profound moment at my father's deathbed when his long-awaited words of pride surprisingly felt hollow. It was my mother, battling amyloidosis with grace and determin...

From Life in Prison to a Life of Purpose. In this episode of The Burn, we are joined by Alex Donnolo, a dynamic entrepreneur, investor, coach, speaker, and mental health advocate. At the age of 16, Alex and his best friend were wrongfully convicted of a heinous crime and sentenced to prison. Tragically, only Alex survived the ordeal. After being released in 2011, he became determined to lead a lif...

In this episode of The Burn, we are joined by Lexi Johnson, the owner of Lexi J Wellness. Lexi Johnson's inspiring journey from dental hygienist to wellness entrepreneur might just be the motivation you need today. She shares how the pandemic led her to launch Lexi J Wellness, transforming a side hustle of at-home workouts into a nationwide movement. What began as a personal outlet for stress...

Today we are joined by Judy Selby, an award-winning attorney who has seamlessly transitioned into a certified coach. Having recently earned the title of Cyber Attorney of the Year, Judy's career evolution is a testament to her unwavering commitment to success, and she generously imparts wisdom from her bestselling book, "The Untold Secrets to Thrive as a Lawyer." In this powerful gu...

Ashley Smith turned her life's challenges into a springboard for success while navigating the complexities of being a non-custodial parent. Her journey from the ground up—armed with just a cell phone, a laptop, and an internet connection—is inspiring. Ashley's story highlights the power of her "Burn," and the courage required to venture into the world of social media and digita...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast, I have the privilege of sitting down with Mathiew Wilson, the founder of Alignment Real Estate, an innovative NYC brokerage uniquely positioned to navigate the dynamic real estate landscape of the city. With over 10 years of experience in real estate and property management, Mathiew has built a reputation for his expertise and dedication to his craft. During ou...

Can you imagine shaping a football career from the sidelines, fueled by nothing but grit and a passion for the game? Tyler Owens did just that. From his beginnings as a walk-on player at the University of Alabama to his transformative role at the University of Arizona, Tyler’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. We had the privilege of sitting down with this remarkable strength and conditioning...

Each one of us is essentially living on borrowed time.  Today we unpack the story of Austin Monteiro. Born with a rare condition and having survived a stroke, Austin was not expected to live, but he defied the odds with sheer willpower. During our chat outside 1st Phorm, we were moved by Austin's journey from industrial construction to committing fully to a new life close to the company that...

Welcome back to The Burn Podcast, where each week we dive deep into the minds of top performers in sports and business to uncover their underlying drive and purpose. I'm Ben Newman, your host, and today, we’ve got a true legend joining us: none other than the GOAT himself, Jerry Rice. In this special episode, we’re joined by 1st Phorm CEO, Sal Frisella as we dig into the principles that have...

Finding and connection to your passion is CRUCIAL to unlock your highest performance. This topic is so important and close to my heart, that it’s why we named the podcast “The Burn.” I’ve found this to be true in ALL areas of life… When someone is truly connected to what drive them on a daily basis, it completely changes how they show up and the capacity in which they live. This week on the show w...

On this episode of The Burn Podcast, I sit down with Coach Scott Cochran, a legend in strength and conditioning. We talk about his journey from working with Nick Saban at Alabama to making a huge impact at Georgia—all while staying true to his values. Scott opens up about his struggles with addiction and his path to recovery. His honesty is inspiring, and we dig into his powerful initiatives like...

This week on the show we’re talking about what it means to truly take ownership of YOUR situation, regardless of what your past looks like or what others might be saying… One of life’s guarantees is that we will face some sort of challenge in our lifetimes… and the more YOU seek to achieve or do in this life, the wider that door opens for potential obstacle or adversity to show up.  I wanted to sh...

On this week of The Burn Podcast we’re sitting down with Joshua T. Osborne. A Digital Marketing genius who turned his life around after a turning point in prison. In this episode we talk about his adversity, path to success, self-improvement, and of course his BURN. Joshua breaks down the necessary elements that has not only caused him to be a wildly successful entrepreneur, but operate truly fulf...

It’s time to transform YOUR routine. Take a look into one of our most intense exercises from our LIVE events where we help people analyze and critique their routines to fit THEIR goals and vision. This work is CRITICAL to truly reach continual peak performance. The true power of this work cannot be replicated completely in a podcast or video, but the principles could be life changing for the right...

On this episode of The Burn Podcast, I sit down with Brian Covey. Brian is an incredible leader in the mortgage industry and someone who deeply understands the value of resilience and adaptability. We're diving into the mental toughness it takes to succeed in such a volatile field, the importance of finding your fire and burn, and how to show up even on days when you don't feel like it....

This week on #theburnpodcast we’re brining YOU a very special episode. Over the last 6 seasons of the show we’ve had some INCREDIBLE conversations with players and coaches from within the NFL.  Now that the NFL season is about to kick off we wanted to highlight some those conversations. This highlight episode is packed full of stories, lessons, and people sharing how their BURN got them TO and THR...

In this episode, we're talking about living your life with more intention and ensuring you don't waste a single day. It's about attacking every day with discipline so that the byproduct is winning at very high levels. I'll share a gripping story about Ray Lewis and how a small shift in perspective can lead to game-changing results in YOUR life.  If you're ready to stop gam...

When were YOU your toughest? This week we sit down with J.J. Mazzo talking about staying TOUGH in the hard times. I’ve been fortunate enough to spend some quality time getting to know J.J. through our Standard ELITE Mastermind Group and I can tell you that J.J. LIVES to The Standard. J.J. is an incredible leader and top 100 mortgage professional. He’s been through ups and downs throughout his pers...

On this weeks episode of the burn, I am extremely grateful to be sitting down with Shannon and Matthew Missimer. The founders of the Motion of Gratitude and friends for over 15 years. Two of the most genuine and intentional people you will ever meet living a life of significance and gratitude through their movement they call practicing “Gratosis.”  Shannon shares her insights on writing down thoug...

On this episode of The Burn Podcast, I'm fired up to sit down with Justin Gatlin, Olympic gold medalist, world champion sprinter, and now a highly sought-after coach and mentor. In this powerful conversation, we dive into the world of elite athletics, exploring the mindset, dedication, and resilience required to reach the pinnacle of success. Justin shares his journey from being a young athle...