The Spaniard Show

The namesake of this book, The Bomber Mafia, was a small group of people who had a vision that very few could relate to. Today you'll learn about that vision of precision bombing and why there was even a need for aerial bombing.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

I wasn't sure what to expect with this book. It was a topic I wasn't sure about, but boy I really enjoyed it. Malcolm Gladwell's newest book plays out history, morality and thought-provoking scenarios that really makes you think. Bombing in war wasn't always a thing, and this week you'll learn what went into developing this technological advance, and it isn't simple (I don't mean the technology, e...

Today's sendoff episode highlights following your own path in life and the importance of choice and its impact on our lives.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Watching my kids live and grow is fascinating. Their boundless energy and zest for life inspires me daily. Their curiosity and questioning is the essence of life. Today's episodes highlights the importance of creativity and imagination.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Dan Doty really liked Spanny's question early in this talk, which boiled down to, "How can I relate you to other outdoorsmen that I know?" Because it's hard for Spanny to connect those others to Dan's interest in natural medicines, shamanism, emotional health and spirituality. Dan calls this his Uncle Test, because he has family members who don't see the world the way he does. But everyone has emo...

This is a timely episode as it pertains to leading with love and detaching from beliefs and ideas.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

We revisit our friend Alvin Ho as he explores and overcomes his fears in the outdoors. Alongside Alvin's experiences, you'll learn five strategies to help you overcome some of your own fears in life.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Today I highlight one of my favorite pieces of insight from the book - that every one of us is an artist, and what we create is our life.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

This is another good read from the Ruiz family. I first "The Four Agreements" years ago and covered "Mastery of Self"(Books 1236-1240) not too long ago. These kinds of books remind me to focus on what's important, and to get rid of the baggage I'm carrying around on the inside. Enjoy today's introduction.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way i...

I'm obsessed with utilizing my mental energy as best as I can and improving my people skills. Growing and owning a business requires that both be done with excellence. If you've enjoyed the week thus far and you relate to what I'm saying, you're going to love today's episode. If you've enjoyed the week thus far, you're going to love today's episode.

Today we're talking about one of my favorite concepts from the book, "Frame Control." It's about how you interact with the world, how the world receives and perceives you.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Many of you met Matt Bocchi in the episode Talks 313 and will remember his terrible spiral after losing his father in the 9/11 attack, powerfully described in Matt's book "Sway." He and Spanny have kept talking, and here Matt shares more details from his experience as an addict. If you've never known anyone inside the grip of drug use, particularly someone who saw his need to change, this is a tal...

Today's lessons are super relatable, two practices I've employed for most of my life, and ones that can greatly enhance your life in a variety of ways.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

As was last week's book, this is a great picture book to share with your little one. You'll find yourself relating to and adding your own principles as you read and reflect. Here are a snippet of what you'll get.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Are you comfortable with living in a world of "not knowing"? Most folks aren't, but gaining that ability is key to 'skipping the line.' Tune in to hear how this state of being can actually lead to more order and security (from my personal experience).  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

This is a book about experimenting (i.e. trying) your way to a meaningful and successful life. Author James Altucher has lived what he is teaching. He's been successful (and unsuccessful) in a variety of areas, and he shares his lessons learned in this info-packed and fun read.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subs...

Often times in leadership, you're missing potentially key information. But it's up to you to prepare and be ready for these situations, and we end our week by examining how exactly to prepare.   

The two aspects of leadership we discuss today are: developing people and employing healthy competition.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Ryan Wolfington learned firsthand that huge success might not bring contentment. He sailed through life with everything—family wealth, a taste for parties, and high ambition that led to his own riches—but he felt empty. Fortunately, he found purpose in helping prepare youth for healthy, meaningful lives centered on listening to their own inner guidance but also steered by those with lived experien...

I can relate well to today's lesson as it correlates to being an athlete or performer of any sort. That lesson deals with always being on. As an athlete, it doesn't matter how you feel. When it's time to compete, it's time to compete. Same goes for leadership.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

This is one for the heart. A Father's Day gift from my daughter (bwo her grandmother), this book is part of a duo (Son book coming next week) that shares lessons from a father to his children. You'll appreciate the lessons and relatability shared in this/these books.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Today's leadership lesson deals with the importance of process and humility.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

On this week's series, we're taking a look at leadership through the eyes of former CIA officer (and Spaniard Show guest - Talks 336) Marc Polymeropoulos). We'll touch on his nine core principles of leadership.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

Feel fear, and move forward regardless. That'll get you through a lot in life. I know from experience, and today's episode drives home that fact. We end our time with HIBT by giving you a reassuring fact about luck.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .

"Get Your Story Straight" is the chapter title that inspired today's episode, and this one hits close to home. It's been one of my most difficult challenges building my business the last few years.  ... Want to support this podcast and help inspire lifelong learning? A simple and easy way is to leave a review and subscribe .