The Dare to Dream Podcast

In this episode, Vinny and Gregory go deep into exploring the contrasting advice from two of their favorite authors, Robert Greene and Scott Galloway. Both are prolific in their own fields, and each shares helpful ways for young people to find their path in life. Expect to learn: Professor Scott Galloway's take on focusing on your talents instead of searching for passion Robert Greene's in...

Mike is the owner of Del Mar Jiu Jitsu Club and is one of the nicest people I've ever met. He could also kill me in approximately 10 seconds. I choose to focus on the former. His Jiu Jitsu journey began 17 years ago when he saw one of the greatest comebacks in UFC history but in the episode, he shared a more personal reason. Expect to learn: Why you should focus on what makes you happy What so...

On this episode, I (Vinny) share some stories, thoughts, and powerful insights from my recent trip to Thailand, which left a profound impression on my heart and soul.  Expect to learn:  - About the beauty and the struggle of traveling solo, and how the highs and lows help us understand ourselves in a critical way. - What I loved about Bangkok and the epic little hostel I stayed at. - How travel do...

Matt Winkley is a an entrepreneur, real-estate investor, coach, and Sufi teacher. At age 26, with a broken heart and a burning desire to be his own boss, he started a multi-million dollar company out of his apartment. Since then, he has built a real-estate empire with his amazing wife and taught many others how to use passive income to create their dream life. Matt is one of Gregory's great fr...

We often lose perspective of just how good everyday life is until it’s taken away and we’re dealing with something unexpected.  It can happen to us at any moment, any time. So before that happens, open your eyes to see just how good life is, even in the difficulty. It’s not easy—yet what we’re dealing with now will soon be a memory; take a moment to look around and just be in it. Gregory and Vince...

Yo, it’s Vinny. I’m in a difficult season. How about you? Are you feeling discouraged, confused, lost? Then you’re human, too.  The good news is this too shall pass, and we’ll be better for it.  If you strive to live a meaningful life, there’s gonna be pain, difficulty, challenges. That’s just part of the deal.  Everybody who’s gone on to live an exceptional life has endured such a season of hards...

Daniel Powell is a comedian, philanthropist, Iron Man, and one of the most interesting people you've ever met. But at one point not too long ago, he didn't know whether he would live or die. His life resume includes raising over $2 million for charities, biking 2,448 miles from Chicago to San Diego in the middle of winter, completing 16 Iron Man triathlons, and recording a top 10 hit with...

Our standards of living in the West exceed the comfort and luxury of nearly all other humans on the planet. Even the poorest among us enjoy a lifestyle that Aristocrats during the 1600s would have killed for. Yet despite the privilege, many of us feel empty. This episode explores a crucial missing piece: meaning. We need to feel like what we do matters, and in the absence of meaning, we feel like...

We can’t control what happens to us in life (i.e. fortune), but we  can  control how bold we are being. And if we turn up the dial on how bold we are being, our fortune (i.e. what happens to us) must also increase. This seemingly small realization changed the course of Greg's life. Join him in this solo episode where he shares three personal stories about how: He met one of his heroes on a pla...

Achieving the life of your dreams won’t happen overnight.  But what’s the alternative? Settling, quitting, and always wondering what could have been.  For us, that’s simply not an option. “Everything is a pivot except for stopping,” says entrepreneur Alex Hormozi. “Nothing is quitting unless you stop, and if you continue to pivot and you continue to push either of those are activity. You will stum...

Mike Enos is a former Chief Operating Officer, Chief People Officer, and Managing Director. He had a highly successful career in consulting, climbing the corporate ladder from analyst to partner. But in this next chapter of his life, he is Daring to Dream—No more corporate dress code or punching the clock. Mike decided to pursue his passion for helping people and recently launched his executive co...

When you talk to Brendan, it feels like speaking with a seasoned veteran of the fitness world. It’s because life has dealt him setback after setback, blow after blow, during his short time on this rock so far.  Some might call it bad luck. Brendan would call it destiny. It would take time, but those blows instilled Brendan with empathy, wisdom and strength, sharpening him into the exceptional dude...

If you take a look at Eva’s Instagram, you’ll likely ask: How is she living this incredible life? It’s a fair question, but Eva’s dream life didn’t come easy.  As a PR professional in her late twenties representing the top brands in the sports world, Eva experienced extreme burnout which lead to a dire sickness. It wasn’t until Eva started spending time in nature that she gained her sanity, her he...

The boys are back together for an epic one. At this foundational season in life, we’re both seeking, searching, exploring who we are and what sorts of lives we strive to lead. Through it all, we’ve realized one thing above all else: Friends are everything. People are why we’re here. We could strive and toil for years on end, finally reaching the finish line and getting the gold star, the job, the...

Sean Kelly is an international TV star best known for his show Storage Hunters. He is also a stand-up comedian and auctioneer who has raised $500 MILLION for charities. But Sean's life wasn't always this extraordinary. On his 40th birthday, Sean had a heartbreaking realization. He realized that (like most people) he had NEVER taken a single step toward achieving his biggest dream. He had a...

At the end of every year, I (Gregory) read my journal cover to cover. I reflect on everything I wrote and compile the biggest life lessons and insights into a list. This is one of my favorite practices to do because I learn so much about myself, from myself. These insights help guide me going forward and maybe they can do the same for you. Expect to learn why: Meditation is essential for well-bein...

In this episode, I (Vinny) discuss cultivating our Life Energy, the unique constellation of stars which shines within each of us.  We’re here on this planet to bring our Life Energy to fruition, making the constellation of who we are shine as brightly as we possibly can. To understand our Life Energy, we must look to who we were before the world tried to make us what we’re not; this is difficult,...

In this solo episode, Gregory breaks down some of the fascinating lessons he has been learning about. Expect to learn: How to increase your confidence and self-love The Latin meaning of confidence How to use your funeral to set virtue-based goals Gregory's daily gratitude practice How gratitude affects the brain Two great ways to think about humility How hope is linked to survival What we can...

This past weekend Vinny and I (Gregory) were reunited in LA! After three days full of laughter, ice baths, and bro hugs, we sat down to record an episode centered around a powerful dinner revelation: "Where we are today was once just a dream." In this episode expect to learn: The challenges of constantly pursuing the next goal. Why jobs are not a bad thing How timing is never going to be...

In this solo episode, Gregory dives deep into the art of cultivating meaningful relationships. Drawing inspiration from the wisdom of successful coach and entrepreneur, Rich Litvin, Gregory explores the concept of a 25-year relationship mindset. Key Takeaways: The 25-Year Approach: Slow down and cultivate connections with a long-term perspective. Move beyond transactional thinking and focus on aut...

"My dad just turned 65 and he's made his yearly intention to be more like you." This is the text Gregory received in response to this episode, part two of the 100 Days of Living Boldly and Talking to Strangers interview series that he is doing on the Mankind Podcast. Tune in for: The story that started it all, which belongs in a movie Gregory's "Can I drive this" phase...

“In the midst of winter,” wrote philosopher Albert Camus, “I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there’s something stronger — something better, pushing right back.” Vinny here.  It’s been a difficult season, man. Not the promise of autumn nor the memory of summer, but this season of m...

Cody Gould is a lecturer at Texas State University, a personal development coach, and a communication consultant. This episode will teach you core communication principles, how to improve your relationships, and why communication is the key to a happy life. Listen in to learn: What everyone gets wrong about communication The five principles of communication Why communication is non-reversible The...

Life is a continuous exploration while struggling. That’s what a friend wrote to me in a book which she gave me as a gift.  Trial and error.  Failure and Success.  She didn’t know I needed that message, didn’t know that I was hurting on this day and that her words would open up my heart and bring tears to my eyes as the book fell open to the first page on my bed, as if she held my thoughts, my day...

It's not every day that you get a text saying: "If you ever want to talk about leukemia / near-death experiences, modeling/body image, mental health stuff, and going for my dream, let's chat." This is the text that Sophie sent me and I knew I needed to bring her on The Dare to Dream Podcast. Sophie is an extraordinary human who has lived an incredibly unique life. From interviewi...