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When Chase Ambrose falls from his roof, he loses his memory. He is soon to find out he was/is the school bully. Restart is about the opportunity to redirect your life. This is a fiction book for middle grade readers, but it's lessons apply across the board. I hope you join me this week and appreciate this in depth look at changing the direction of your life. There's no place for bullying, and this...

We finish the week with a cliffhanger that will (hopefully) make you go out and get this book. Johnny's choices have led to consequences. Life is different now. There is no going back. Was it worth it? Yes? No? Yes and no? ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  Final Spin Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here:  Spaniard Websi...

"Life is not fair." Johnny's words and perspective drive him to do something that could cost him his future. How far would you go to protect/provide for someone you love? We always have a choice, right? ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  Final Spin Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here:  Spaniard Website

This episode goes up on Thanksgiving 2021, and Spanny expresses gratitude against the unique backdrop of his work life. COVID continues to variously shape protocols in schools where he presents, and Spanny continues to try to shape his business and bring some predictability to his marketing. It's been a busy fall filled with masks, experimentation and evolving understandings.

Today you'll get a glimpse of Jessica, Johnny's love interest. She's another example of how Jocko paints a very vivid picture of Johnny's inner thoughts and life situation. We also learn about the fate of the laundromat, Arty's center of life and happiness.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  Final Spin Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking info...

I recently presented to a group of student athletes at the EPC Student Athlete Character Council. Following the presentation, the students worked together to develop questions that relate to sports, adversity, academics and more. Due to the number of questions submitted, I wanted to take some additional time on the show to dive into their questions. These questions are coming from the perspective...

The language and dialogue, both internal and external, is one of my favorite parts of the book. Jocko does a great job at painting a picture of main character Johnny's reality, a dead end job and life. Today's episode highlights some of that dialogue as we get introduced to Gerry, the night manager of Maxi-Mart, a dislikable character and boss.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here...

We're bringing in some fiction this week as we dive into Jocko Willinck's new novel about a young man who's willing to risk his own life/safety/future for his brother. This is a story that will make you think about your own life and future, and how far you'd go to protect those you love.   ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: Final Spin Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show...

I've evolved since reading this book (wink, wink) and hope you enjoy today's sendoff episode. We cap off the week with some finishing touches and takeaways that can help you better navigate this extremely fast-changing world. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking in...

One of the things I took most from this book is the importance of learning how to think for yourself. It takes work, and once you vet and learn and ask questions, you can't unlearn what you've acquired. Today's episode is about making decisions and choices that are based on sound reasoning and consideration.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 2...

Recent years have exploded awareness of the intense pressure faced by word-class athletes, and more sports stars are announcing their struggles, protecting their mental health and urging all of us to do the same. That includes this episode's guest Mardy Fish, ranked as high as #7 in the world tennis rankings and a peer of friends such as Andy Roddick and James Blake. The Netflix documentary "Break...

One of the coolest aspects of this book is the big picture view it presents about the history of time and evolution of species. It provides some awesome, mind-blowing realities of how we (and everything else) came to be. In today's episode, we highlight some of those traits that have come and gone through the passage of time, over billions of years.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book...

Another great book from the "A Biography for New Readers" series, this week's book takes a look Mister Rogers and his incredible life, career and impact on young people. I find personal inspiration from Mister Rogers' impact, and I'm sure you will too. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: The Story of Fred Rogers Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speakin...

Today's episode highlights a few concepts that directly relate to evolution and our species' ability to survive. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here:  Spaniard Website

Our world changes at a rapid pace, and we have a hard time keeping pace with that change. This week's book takes a look at that reality through en evolutionary lens. Enjoy today's introduction. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here: Spaniard We...

While he's happy to be known as "that guy from Nirvana," Dave is the frontman of the Foo Fighters and has had innumerable musical experiences and ties to all-time greats. His love of family, forging and embracing a unique path in life and his love of music is inspiring and refreshing. I hope you enjoy this sendoff episode and have enjoyed this glimpse into Dave's journey.  ... To support The Spani...

Today's episode is all about Nirvana. ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  The Storyteller Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here:  Spaniard Website

Spanny met Dima Shine in Cincinnati and came to learn how he made his way from Russia to his current home in Las Vegas. It began with recognition of Dima's potential in acrobat sports, ultimately fulfilled with dozens of world championship medals and years of performance with Cirque du Soleil. Dima tells Spanny how he transitioned to solo engagements and to founding Shine, his  alternative fitness...

One of my favorite takeaways from this book is how Dave Grohl was always dedicating himself and practicing his music, such that when opportunities arose, he was ready. And not only was he ready, he excelled. He put himself in a position to win. Over and over again.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here:  The Storyteller Purchase all your books here:  Spaniard Show Reading List For...

My son came home from school one day talking about how great this "creepy underpants" book was. I immediately looked it up and found what he was talking about. This week's book is a fun and spooky look at fear, growing up, underpants and more.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: Creepy Pair of Underpants! Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking info...

Early in his life, Dave hit a crossroads. Fueled by his passion and love for music and the support of his mom, he was able to make the decision to pursue music. Looking back, we say the rest is history. At the time, though, he was taking a risk. His philosophy of life starts to show itself as he follows his love and passion for music all over the world.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this...

This is one of those books. If you were coming of age in the early 90's, you're going to enjoy this look back at some of the most impactful music of our formative years. This is Dave Grohl's story, from his NOVA upbringing, to his punk roots, to Nirvana, Foo Fighters, family and everything in between. This was a tremendous read for many different reasons. Enjoy today's introduction.  ... To suppor...

Combining your actions with your values helps to create alignment within yourself. I hope this week has helped you start that process and that this book will help you solidify it. Today's sendoff episode ties together the importance of taking action on the lessons learned.  ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: The Practice of Groundedness Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Sho...

Relationships and movement are vital parts of healthy living, and they're also two of the principles discussed in this week's book. Sooo let's get moving with the meaningful people in our lives. Enjoy today's episode! ... To support The Spaniard Show: Get this book here: The Practice of Groundedness Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here: Span...

There once was a boy named Charlie who read Highlights magazine. At the time, he did not take note of the name of the publication's editor, Christine French Cully. But after Charlie grew up, became The Spaniard, and read the book "Dear Highlights," he longed to talk to Christine—and his wish came true in this episode. Christine's book draws on 75 years of letters to Highlights—each of them answere...