The Spaniard Show

Enjoy this week's learnings in a value-packed 23 minutes.

Here's a week's worth of training to pick and choose from, replicate or simply from which to learn. PS Don't just listen...DO!

"Attitudes aren't taught, they're caught." - Dr. Margaret McFarland, Child Psychologist/mentor to Mr. Rogers. What is your attitude teaching those around you?  Books can change your life, but it takes effort. Gold lies within them, and it's waiting to be mined. I've put together a great list at charliespaniard.com/readinglist for you to get started.

In today's AMX, we learn how the "guided drift" teaches us to embrace the flow of life, the importance of finding our truth speakers and how "engaging w/ children deeply" (people, really) is vital to their development. Want to read a book? I've put a list together at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. Want some guidance? Message me on social media - @charliespaniard.

By popular demand, this episode explores physics in general and string theory in particular. Okay, it wasn't exactly like that. The truth is that after reading a book on astrophysics, The Spaniard had questions for Rich Magee, a pal since boyhood who just happens to be a plasma physicist. So strap in for the podcast's first mentions of such matters as fusion reaction, a little something that Rich...

"You can be an agent of what's good and not be terribly direct about it." Wise words from Mr. Rogers in today's AMX. W/ a focus on humanistic values, Mr. Rogers changed television...and millions of lives in the process. Enjoy today's message. I want that you want to read a book, so I've made it easy. Visit my site for a look at my reading list, and go from there. Questions about which one to choos...

This week's AMXKids takes us into the life and childhood of main character Billy Colman. We learn about the rarity of perfect days, the most valuable trait (imo) one can have and the beauty of building a strong mind and body.  AMXKids is teaching life lessons through kids books. Whether you're a youngster, have a youngster or just want to get lost in nostalgia, I hope you listen. New AMXKids episo...

Luck and happenstance are, inevitably, part of success, but it's certainly not a strategy. Join us in today's AMX...t's a wonderful day for learning! I want that you want to read a book, so I've put together a list of the books I've read at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. It's that easy. Check them out, ask me my thoughts (@charliespaniard) and get reading!

Mr. Rogers' message is a timely one, moreso this week in the wake of the shooting in Pittsburgh. In a world that can seem to offer only hate, at times, he helps us remember that "you will always find people who are helping...there are still so many helpers." Take a few minutes to explore his lessons w/ me, and redistribute the good that he put out.  

THIS. IS. WHAT I LEARNED THIS WEEK!!! Take some time and learn what I learned this week...Why? Bc learning is the best plan for self-improvement, and I just bet you wanna be the best you. Enjoy! Be sure to get your copy of the WIL document at charliespaniard.com/wil84. 

Here's a rundown of this week's training. Use it to supplement your own training, to learn a thing or two, or if you're like me, to compete :) Enjoy! Share some pics in the gym and/or let's talk training. Hit me up @charliespaniard.

The powerful lessons we are learning from Mr. Rogers' life are lessons that can help every one of us. In today's AMX, we learn how Mr. Rogers' introspection allowed him to get in touch w/ how he really felt, which, in turn, led to his honest self. Reading is, imo, the most efficient plan to self-improvement. Consider getting a book and starting that plan. I've put together a list of my favorites a...

My favorite thing is when different books and learnings combine and connect. In today's AMX, we connect Mr. Rogers' upbringing to our friends Jocko Willinck and Leif Babin and their book The Dichotomy of Leadership. Tune in and connect! I'd love to help you in your lifelong learning journey. Please interact w/ me on social media and/or visit charliespaniard.com/readinglist for your next book (you'...

The Spaniard politely disagrees with this week's guest when he says, "I'm just Joe Blow. I never had that mindset that I was different from anybody else. I just played football." Rod Woodson speaks from blue-collar humility, but he was different all right: 17 years in the NFL, including 10 with The Spaniard's beloved Steelers. One Super Bowl ring. Multiple league records. And entry into a little p...

Legacy, values and human kindness ring our ears in today's AMX. It's a simple, and powerful, message.  Am I peaking your lifelong learning interest? If so, check out my list of books at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. Come on, taking a look won't hurt!

A boy and his dogs. Is there anything more pure than that? I'm super excited to journey into this tale of adventure, discovery and wander, and I hope you are, too. PS This one's extra close to my heart, as my best four-legged friend, Doc, was with me for close to 16 years. Sit back and enjoy this step back in time. Want to add something to the show? Have your own childhood dog story? Contact me on...

Mr. Rogers has been a guiding light in my career for the past few years. Our similarity was first brought to my attention by way of Dread. The piece of Mr. Rogers that I incorporate into my career is my aim to inspire lifelong learning in others so they can share in its power. This new book is tremendous, and I hope you ride along with us!!! I'd love to engage in book talk. Shoot me a message on s...

Sometimes, you gotta take a step back to see the forest for the trees. Today's AMX reminds us to look at the big picture. If you'd like to continue your lifelong learning journey AND support the show, get your next book at charliespaniard.com/readinglist.

Yup, it's that time again...an audio summary of the AWESOME things I learned this week. Why should you care??? BC lifelong learning is one of the most valuable habits you can employ! Enjoy this mix of entertainment, education and inspiration. Ready...go! I challenge you to read a book. Any book. And, if you'd like to help support the show, you can get it at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. Then, I...

Here's an audio rundown of my week's training. Use it as a guide, copy it as yours or just enjoy some fitness-talking Spaniard! (OR, for you competitive folks, let's see what you got!) Get listening, then training!

Humility is the most important characteristic of a leader, but too much humility equals passivity, and that's surely not what we're after. Today's message drives home the importance of balancing these two traits. Enjoy! Looking for a dynamic speaker to spread the power of lifelong learning and help you/your team achieve your goals? Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to inquire.

Paralysis by analysis gets us all. So focus on the most probable risks, and get planning. That, and more, in today's AMX. Let's talk books. Have a question? Need a recommendation? I've got feedback waiting and a whole list of awesome books at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. Ask me: @charliespaniard.  

You know this episode's guest from the back cover of The Spaniard's memoir, "Driven." Remember the quote about Spanny's being an alien? Yup, it really does say that it, and it came from Justin Greskiewicz, trainer/owner of Stay Fly Muay Thai in Philadelphia and veteran of 94 fights, 70 of them as a pro. That's a lot of ring time, but Justin tells how some in his sport have fought over 400 times, y...

There's a time to lead, and there's a time to follow. There is no place for ego in leadership, so drop it at the "I want to be a better leader" door. Enjoy today's AMX message! I've put together a tremendous book list at charliespaniard.com/readinglist. There are all kinds of books covering all kinds of topics. Long, short, science-y, inspirational, educational - ie you'll find one you like, so ch...

Just stinkin' be you. That is the message of this week's AMXKids, and its brought to us by way of the tremendous kids book, The Story of Ferdinand. Who hasn't felt the pressure to be something you're not? Ferdinand certainly has, and hearing his story can help keep you pushing in the right direction...the direction of your authentic self. I highly encourage you to read this book, and the many othe...