The Spaniard Show

There really is beauty all around us, we just need to stop and take a look. Couple that with the idea that there is something at work bigger than us, and you have today's show.  For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespa...

Dang, this book is a great read! Today, we're talking Desire and Enough. Beware of your want...for both desire and more! For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPcf1P Facebook: https:/...

We start talking about the second domain today, the Spirit. Today's episode includes one of my favorite quotes from the book (it has to do w/ virtue). Enjoy! For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: http...

Today, we're talking ego, confidence and letting go (and I may or may not do some karaoke...Let it gooooooo, Let it gooooooo...). For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPcf1P Facebook...

The (wait for it) Mayne word of this episode has got to be "connection." You'll hear it in the easy communication between Spanny and his guest Lonnie Mayne as they discuss connecting with others and with audiences as professional presenters, as well as staying in touch with personal intent and ideals. This type of awareness makes all the difference in the richness of your days. Lonnie's striking s...

We explore three more steps to creating "stillness" in your life on today's episode: journaling, cultivating silence and seeking wisdom. Get this book, folks! For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: htt...

Who pops up in this book?!? Mister Rogers, that's who! (A whole slew of other successful people do too, by the way) On today's who, we take a look at slowing down and getting rid of some of the mental junk we carry.  For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bo...

Boy, I love talking heroes! Today's book is an intergalactic journey w/ some of our favorite Marvel Superheroes, as they share their insights and learnings on what being a hero really means. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https...

Today's lesson is on presence (as in not in la-la land) and limiting what you take in (via your noggin).  For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPcf1P Facebook: https://facebook.com/c...

I'm learning more and more that books come to you at the right time. Ryan Holiday's new book is an exploration of the elusive peace and stillness that many of us yearn for. As are all of his books, this is great journey of self-reflection.  For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/ch...

We finish Natural Born Heroes with a reflective look at how we prepare (or don't prepare) ourselves w/ the myriad of choices and paths life gives us. Self-education is our job. I also talk my fascination w/ the Hero's Journey. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard...

This is a really fun and interesting episode about the fitness industry in the U.S. and how being "fit" has transformed in the last 40 years. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPc...

Welcome to the book-nerdiest episode yet! (In the best possible way) Spanny loves the the Medal of Honor series of middle-grade nonfiction, so he reached out to author Michael Spradlin. They discuss small-town childhood (including Michael's solo jaunt to the library as a two-year-old) and tips for would-be authors and parents who want to raise readers. Michael takes us through interesting mileston...

The importance of timing and resourcefulness cannot be understated. Enjoy today's take on these two aspects of humans and life.  For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPcf1P Facebook:...

This picture book is an exploration of 7 traits that can help you live a full and abundant life: adventurous, strong, smart, curious, creative, confident and brave. I explore these 7 traits as they relate to my life and experiences, and I recommend you do the same. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show...

A really interesting aspect of this book I didn't expect to learn was glimpses of strategy on the battlefield. Today, we take a look at an element of Hitler's attacks, as well as a great quote that uses one of my recently-favorite words, doggedly. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon...

On today's show, we cover some dark spots in history, as well as the resourcefulness and nutritional optimization of the Cretans. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to/2QPcf1P Facebook...

We finish up our take on xenía, while touching on two new themes for the day as they relate to human potential: simplicity and thinking outside the box. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://a...

Greek heroes, lifelong learning and curiosity all tied into one?!? Is it true??? Yes, it is. And it's on today's show. We also get into one of my favorite concepts in the book, the Greek code of hospitality, xenía. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Book...

This episode was a long time coming in a number of ways. For a good while, The Spaniard has been meaning to record with his grandparents—his Nam and Pap, Charles "Chick" and Betty Brenneman. It finally happened, and this episode published the day before their 72nd wedding anniversary. Both farm kids, Nam and Pap discuss chores, attending country school, 25 cent movies, building their family cabin...

Instinct comes in handy when fighting. Today, we explore our natural instincts as they relate to fighting/survival and a new perspective on ground fighting. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https...

Today's book and episode is a tribute to Mister Rogers. I've been inspired by Mister Rogers for the past few years as I develop my speaking/podcasting/writing career, and I was fortunate to come across this picture book version of his story. (I also covered a great biography about him called The Good Neighbor on AMXbooks). AND it's extra special to cover this book this week bc "A Beautiful Day in...

One of my favorite topics in recent years has become evolutionary biology, and today's episode is all about it. Enjoy this piece of human history! For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniard.com Book: https://amzn.to...

Today, we learn some really cool terminology pertinent to Greek culture regarding the word "adult." And who would've guessed Parkour would pop into this story?! I certainly didn't, but it makes complete sense that it does. Oh, and if you're complaining about not having enough energy and rest, tune in. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard...

From ordinary to extraordinary, we learn how heroism is not so far away from us mortals. We also get back to the Nazi invasion of Crete and the strong peasant army they met. For more w/ The Spaniard:   Subscribe to The Spaniard Show's email list:  https://charliespaniard.com/email Support The Spaniard Show -  https://patreon.com/charliespaniard Website/Bookings/Reading List: https://charliespaniar...