The Spaniard Show

Meet Ben Coate, newlywed grappler/lawyer turned professional MMA writer, as well as a longtime Spanny fan who credits The Spaniard with helping him pursue his true calling. Ben describes his background in wrestling, his law career (now set aside) and the slow build toward his fulfilling gigs with Grappling Insider and One Championship. This is despite his struggles with Impostor Syndrome and negat...

This is one of my favorite money books. I learned of it when I was fighting, and it's lessons have stuck with me. This is a very entertaining and educational read that shares some very insightful strategies to acquiring wealth.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Get this book here: The Richest Man in Babylon Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For spea...

There is no way of escaping the feeling of loss. Something that means so much to you that is no longer there. Working so hard toward something, and it goes away. Loss can make you question why you even cared, or even tried. It can make you run far away from the chance at ever feeling that pain again. Or you can face loss, process it, learn from it and move forward. If you do that enough, you'll st...

This week's book is a prime example of why I read: I get to hang out and learn from some of the most successful people in the world. Two weeks ago it was with the founders of Banana Republic, this week it's with the CEO of Brooks Running. This is high level coaching for the price of a book. I hope you enjoy my take on the Brooks story. ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Get...

It's always fun to root for the hometeam, and as the LLWS kicks off, it's our actual hometeam we get to root for! Hollidaysburg is representing the Mid-Atlantic Region in this year's LLWS. This week's episode is an inpromtu message to the kids and community, a lesson in the value of youth sports, and a few pieces of insight I have learned over the years in competitive sports. OK, and I may rehash...

Another short and powerful read by Steven Pressfield, this week's book speaks of the importance of aligning your wants (your dreams/goals/vision) with your actions (putting your butt in the seat). As someone who goes after my wants, this one rang true to me. It's a fun, easy, valuable read. ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Get this book here: Put Your Ass Where Your Heart...

I love to do several things in life, but this week's episode highlights my favorite, favorite thing. And it has to do with family and travel. You'll hear a little bit of personal history, some east coast beach comparisons and, ultimately, my favorite thing to do.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking inform...

It's a wild week here on the show, as we tune in to learn about the story of Banana Republic. I can't recommend this book enough. Tons of lessons on life and business. Easy reading, great pictures, great pace. It's one of those books that reinforces that (sometimes faint) voice of confidence in yourself and your ideas. For dreamers, doers and casual readers alike, this is a winner. ... To support...

If you're 40ish, have small kids and your fitness game has seen better days, this is for you. Overwhelm and exhaustion are common themes in adulting, but they don't have to be killers of your health and fitness. I'll never be OK with looking at young, fit and athletic Charlie as a thing of the past, rather, I see him as a step in the evolution of older, a bit more white-haired and still-fit-father...

Gifted to me by my brother, I'm grateful this book came across my path. It gives great perspective and stategy to something many of us deal with...finding meaning and purpose later in life. Perhaps it's growing old itself, perhaps it's a transition in professions. Maybe you're looking back at the last thiry years asking yourself if you're where you really want to be. Either way, you'll appreciate...

I've recently been contemplating my social media usage, and I have a few ideas I thought I'd flesh out aloud. My brain feels tired, and I know my phone is at least one of the culprits. Let's dive in... ... To inquire about assemblies and speaking: Speaking Form Learn more about Spaniard School online membership: Spaniard School Get the books here: Digital Minimalism , Irresistible Connect on socia...

This week's book is a fascinating tale from history, one that culminates in the discovery of the T. rex and the impact it had on our lives. From the people involved, to the animals that once roamed the earth, to the culture and time of its discovery (other dinosaurs as well), this book will drop your jaw, make you smile and touch that youthful wonder within each one of us.  ... To support The Span...

This week's episode sheds some valuable insight on communication. The idea you will learn can help you communicate more effectively, and with less nerves, at a personal and professional level.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here: Spaniard Website

Ryan Holiday (last week's author) has made Stoic philosophy popular, and one of the works he cites most often is Marcus Aurelius's "Meditations." Never meant for the public, Meditations is comprised of Aurelius's journal entries and thoughts that seem (my words) to be his manifesting philosophy of living a good, meaningful life. This is a really relevant and powerful book that I found very relatab...

I want to help you instill more discipline and consistency in your life, and today's episode is that first step. Tune in to hear how this came about and how we'll get started. Your first act of discipline is simple: Listen to this episode.  ... Fill out the form here: Discipline and Consistency Zoom Meetup To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Purchase all your books here: Spaniar...

"No man ever steps in the same river twice" (Heraclitus) and that is why I'm re-doing this week's book on the podcast. A timeless message of turning adversity into advantage and growth, Obstacle provides an approach to living that is essentially unbeatable. It's a real life way to roll with the punches so that you're never totally down and out.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links...

Today's episode flips the script. Former guest Cowboy Gator Magraw (Mike Kinney) interviews Spaniard for his new podcast "Wrestling with Tomorrow." The two share stories of chasing their dreams and everything in between. Mike is a former professional wrestler (the fake kind) who is continuing to fight for the life he desires.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Purchase all...

If the last few years have taught us a few things, one of them is that things can go haywire in the blink of an eye. Being self-sufficient has become an asset, and this week's book is a jumpstart to becoming just that. The Rugged Life provides a well-rounded plan to becoming more self-reliant so that you have more control over the life you live. ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links...

This week's episode picks up where last week's left off. You'll hear all about the second half of the week, which included some amazing scenery and experiences in the home stretch of our trip to Acadia.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speaking information, click here: Spaniard Website

This is a book about the connection between the brain and the heart. It is one man's story of finding his own path in life, learning about himself and letting go of his past. It's also about loss and being misguided, but, ultimately, it's about finding oneself and helping others. A tremendous book packed with life lessons that will help you in a hundred different ways.  ... To support The Spaniard...

We recently spent a week in Maine visiting Acadia National Park. This week and next, I'll be sharing details of our trip. You can use our experiences to help plan your own trip to Acadia, and for those of you who don't plan to visit, I hope you enjoy learning about Acadia and all that it has to offer. Part 1 shares our planning, travel, lodging and Days 1 and 2 in the park.  ... To support The Spa...

This week's book takes a look at creativity - where it comes from, what encourages it, what hinders it - so that you and I can create, and be, our realest, most authentic selves. It wasn't until later in life that I began to lean into creativity. It came as a byproduct of speaking, writing and podcasting. You may not currently think of yourself as a creator, nor feel the urge to create, but this b...

So as to not rush these episodes, I decided to put in a placeholder episode. As I type this, it's 8:57 PM on Wednesday evening, and we're three days into our vacation to Acadia NP. It's been incredible. My plan is to create two episodes in the next two weeks (one replacing this placeholder episode) to share information about Acadia and our trip that can help you plan future trips to Acadia and oth...

The title says it all. This book is about living your life as a pro, leaving the amateur life behind you. It's a decision you make, or you don't make. This is a fast and powerful read meant for someone who's ready to up their game in life.  ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize the links below: Get this book here: Turning Pro Purchase all your books here: Spaniard Show Reading List For speakin...

Here's where Spanny gets down to business with Ryan Michler, first heard on Episode #227. Meaning that they talk through the development and growth of Ryan's "Order of Man" podcast and related offerings. It led to his flexible family life in Maine. An illustration that he shares: Going to the lake on Tuesday at 3pm with his wife and home-schooled kids.   ... To support The Spaniard Show, utilize t...