The Burn Podcast by Ben Newman

🎙 Thrilled to have Brian Anderson on this week's episode of The Burn Podcast. Join us for an in-depth conversation with the seasoned coach as we delve into his 28-year coaching journey and his role as K-State’s running backs coach, his thoughts on hard work, and of course his BURN🔥  As the Big 12 horizon expands, we share the excitement for the upcoming season and the new challenges it bring...

In another episode of The Burn, host Ben Newman interviews Iconic Becker, the founder of Klevr Events. Becker's inspiring story includes overcoming near-death experiences, adversity and challenges to now creating high-level events with an unparalleled attention to detail. Becker shares the importance of persevering and failing forward, noting that out of failure can arise resilience, learning...

Does losing your every dream feel like your life is over? For former NFL player Trent Shelton, it was the beginning of a journey that would make him an icon of resilience, toughness and authenticity. In this episode of the 'burn,' he shares his unfiltered story, from the struggle with failure, athletes' life pressure and his enlightening encounter with a man that led him down the pa...

As 2023 comes to an official end, so does Season 5 of The Burn Podcast🔥! We still can’t believe we’re well over 200 episodes now. It seems like yesterday we were just getting started with the first episode and guest. As we do every year, we wanted to put together a little mashup of some of the best moments from this season. Make sure to stay tuned because we are going to turn it up in Season 6! H...

We started this show because of the intense BURN I have for carrying on my mother's story... My mother died 11-days before my 8th birthday battling a rare disease called Amyloidosis... today we sit down with Mark McIntosh a survivor of Amyloidosis. This conversation is deeply emotional for me but also incredibly hope inspiring for those battling something that seemingly doesn't matter......

This week we sit down with Ben Kenyon, Director of Performance for the Philadelphia 76er's to talk about his BURN. Success does not happen by accident. Ben Kenyon knows that all too well. His "hustle inspiration" started years ago as he put in the work, sometimes even sleeping on the floor, as an unpaid Strength and Conditioning intern at University of Florida. Fast forward to 2023,...

Angie Wisdom is a master in helping individuals uncover and define what they should consider "non-negotiables" in their lives. Angie and I share MANY similar beliefs and when I read her book " The Non-Negotiable YOU " it TRULY took a deep dive into some of the shared philosophies I shared in " The Standard ". In this conversation we talk about Angie's inspiring j...

Erik Rock has nearly two decades of brand building experience in various industries including retail, development, land development, real estate, marketing, branding, and performance coaching. Host of his own show "Man on a Mission"- Erik is a man of his word and is a living breathing example of living to a STANDARD. This conversation is packed full of some powerful lessons, stories, and...

This episode of The Burn Podcast is giving YOU a front row seat in the historic Alex Theatre from Brendon Burchard’s GrowthDayLA event.  @BrendonBurchard   This event was packed full of some the highest performance coaches in the world (and one you might recognize, ;) We wanted to bring this special episode to the show because the energy and emotion was HIGH- but Ben talked about something very cl...

This week on The BURN Podcast we are coming to you from our 2023 Las Vegas BOOT CAMP Stage. On day 2 Ben sat down with Justin Gatlin to talk about "The Championship Mindset." Justin Gatlin is a three-time Olympian, Winner of the Gold Medal in the 2004 100 meters, and a constant figure in the World Championships... Justin KNOWS success at the highest level. Gatlin's personal best of...

This week's episode of #TheBurnPodcast is a masterclass on balance, hard work, and living to a STANDARD. Gavin Ekstrom is one of the highest performers in the mortgage industry but also a strong example of a father, husband, and business partner. In this episode we talk about not only Gavin's BURN, but how he has been able to continue to push boundaries in a volatile market, persist thro...

Join me as we get direct about business financing with CEO and Founder of Coastal Kapital, Kortney Murray. She has a history of entrepreneurship, starting from heavy equipment sales to owning a clothing store, giving her diverse insights into business ownership and management. Kortney's unwavering determination in a male-dominated industry has made her one of the most connected female busines...

Operating at a high level often comes with people living in an unbalanced way. This week's guest, Chris Cocores has committed to developing his life around his work, and not the other way around.  Chris Cocores is the CEO and President of UFinancial out of Mechanicsburg, PA.  Chris is a long time friend and client that is very much an iron sharpens iron relationship with us. His leadership an...

In this very special milestone I wanted to take the opportunity to speak on consistency and gratitude. This show wouldn’t be anything without the passion and dedication of a few people and their commitment to making the show what it is today. Within those thank you’s are a few stories that I feel that YOU will find inspiring and maybe even help YOU find and connect to YOUR burn more often. Enjoy e...

In this powerful episode, we chat with former NFL fullback Jed Collins, a man whose journey from end zone glory with Drew Brees to the financial planning arena is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Prepare to be immersed in the world of peak performance as we unravel the mental toughness strategies that fueled Jed's success both on the gridiron and in his entrepreneurial ventures. Rooted in the...

In this episode of The Burn Podcast  we sit down with Edwin Arroyave, CEO and Founder of Skyline Security Management.  Edwin takes us from his humble birth in Bogotá, Colombia, to his family's move to the U.S. and their encounters with law enforcement. His recollections of his mother's unwavering love and the prayers that shaped his outlook . From ruling the roost as the youngest manager...

Todd Herman is an absolute FORCE when it comes to sports and business coaching.  In this episode of The Burn, Todd takes us on a rollercoaster ride through the realms of discipline, the illusion of internet fame, and the untapped reservoir of inner strength. Todd unveils the profound influence of a skilled coach and the game-changing impact of the right mentor, drawing from his experiences with at...

Buckle up, because today Will Compton, former NFL player, and Co-Host of Bussin with the Boys podcast, and my first ever NFL Player I coached... is getting REAL. This conversation takes us on an emotional journey of his life on and off the football field.  In our candid conversation, we navigate through the vivid recollections of Will's rookie years, and he opens up about the mental and physi...

There's been a common theme of "authenticity" questions being brought to me by coaching clients and I wanted to revisit one of the most powerful conversations I've had on the topic with my friend, Brad Lea. We're putting this episode out again for a few powerful reasons, and I believe those reasons will be very clear once you tune in. Brad is a strong example of what it lo...

One of the most important conversations we have with high performers is around the topic of environment. Too many people have not intentionally created an environment that supports what they WANT out of life. In this week's episode of the show I wanted to pull a section from one of my recent keynotes that highlights the importance of environment and how it relates to the STANDARD in your life...

In a sea of AI, bots, and disconnection Cris Cawley is blazing a path in the publishing space. Her emphasis on relationship-driven publishing is a testament to the model that they embody at Game Changer Publishing. Her courage and willingness to help others tell their stories in a unique and authentic way is what drove us to her for the publishing of my newest book, The Standard. This conversation...

This week's episode on 'The Burn' we chat with the energetic and charismatic, Chris Welton. Chris takes us deeper into his life's toughest battles, and how he rose above them by literally 'staying in the game'. Be it baseball, football, wrestling, or basketball, Chris is the living embodiment of the saying, 'where there's a will, there's a way'. Hi...

This week's episode of the show is SPECIAL. We're digging into the topic behind my brand new book, The Standard , which releases August 1st, 2023. Over the last 18+ years of coaching some of the highest performers in the world in sports and business, I'd like to think I know a thing or two about what a high Standard looks like. After taking a walk with my mentor Jon Gordon last year...

Amit Kakar, Pharm. D. is a FORCE for good. He is a highly active member of our Uncommon Live Coaching community and an individual truly driven by IMPACT. Amit's father's moved from India to America, armed with nothing but grit and an audacious dream. From opening his own pharmacy 25 years ago amidst doubts and uncertainties, to the unwavering support of his family that's been instru...

What does it take to succeed in business while staying true to your beliefs? Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the inspiring journey of Aaron Opalewski, who has built nine companies with a cumulative revenue of over $250 million.  Discover the power of teamwork and the mantra "JWU" and its impact on teams. Learn from Aaron's courageous story of founding his first com...