The Spaniard Show

Being the new kid is tough! I know it, you know it, we all know it. BUT guess what?!? I/You/We can help that new kid simply by saying hello. It's that easy. In today's AMXKids, we talk welcoming the new kid, fueling our bodies w/ goodness and what's truly important. Parents and students, be sure to visit charliespaniard.com/readinglist for more books that can help you improve yourself on a daily b...

What's the biggest difference between an amateur and professional, as per Kevin Hart? Listen, and find out. Enjoy today's AMX. Be sure to visit charliespaniard.com for a list of incredible books and a weekly learning guide to fuel your learning soul.

How often have you found yourself talking to someone else while simultaneously talking to yourself? Am I saying the right thing? Are they agreeing w/ me? What are they thinking? Should I have said that? It's tough to speak straight and clearly w/o doubt, but it is the way. Today, we touch on this idea in regard to Kevin Hart's career. We also tie some recurring themes in Kevin Hart's journey thus...

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Do the thing to feel the way. Persistence and stage time will get you far, my friends. Oh, and don't forget to ask! Some life lessons coming straight from Kevin Hart (well, from me, but I learned them from him...well, from his book). Enjoy today's AMX and the weekend! Wanna read some incredible books and help support the show? Visit charliespaniard.com/readinglist and get started!

Reading Kevin Hart's book is like listening to a 365 page one man show; it's hilarious and incredibly insightful for any performer, but also invaluable for the average person who wants to communicate more effectively by being comfortable in their own skin. In today's AMX, we talk change, conviction and a mother's love (you, too, dad!).  Don't just learn today. Develop it into a habit. Start that h...

Jamie Kilstein ground his way up from the bottom to fly high as a comedian and internet radio host, crossing paths with the likes of Conan, Dave Attell and Joe Rogan. Then he hit the bottom again. He's making his way forward with important influence from his other love, jiu jitsu, and, as he explains, is still figuring things out. You'll benefit from the discussion of both literal and figurative p...

Kevin Hart didn't always know where he was headed. Neither do most of us (I sure don't). BUT, you gotta just...keep...going. Goals, energy and finding your path are the topics of today's AMX. Want to bring the thrill of lifelong learning to your group or team? Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to inquire.

I wish there were one Warrior Kid book for every day of the year! In this week's episode, we cover the importance of knowledge, the great sports of wrestling, BJJ and MMA and Jocko's "Discipline equals freedom" tagline. Let's AMX it, kids! For more powerful books that can help you develop self-confidence and drive you toward your goals, visit charliespaniard.com/reading. 

Oh boy, this is fun. We're talking accepting yourself, never stopping,  and more in today's AMX. Kevin Hart's energy is my energy is your energy...consume it! Want more learning? Visit charliespaniard.com for a whole list of resources to get your lifelong learning journey rolling!

Kevin Hart is one of my favorite actors and comedians, so any chance I have to learn from him, I'm in. Today, we start his book on life lessons. Let's learn from one of the best. Want to keep learning? Visit charliespaniard.com for a list of great books and a weekly learning blueprint.

Enjoy this week's high-flying, fast-turning, bigger-than-life learning points that will fuel your soul for days...until next week's WIL! Visit charliespaniard.com to opt in to our email list and receive the WIL doc every week. 

I'm fortunate to have come upon Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee. I hope you've enjoyed the history and stories that we've learned as much as I have. Today, we cap off a tremendous piece of history on the Native Americans and the American West. Reading can benefit you in so many ways. Get your journey started. And if you're looking for a whole list of great books to get you started, my favorite are a...

Did you know that Native Americans weren't considered "people" under the law in the late 1800's? They had no rights. Standing Bear changed that. Some fascinating history in today's AMX. Read, my friends, read. You can find a whole slew of books to start w/ at charliespaniard.com/readinglist.

Whether you know it or not, you want to eat like a battle rapper. That's what you'll learn from Joe Condora in this episode. Battle rappers need to be strong and lean with maximum physical and mental energy. You might not need to recite insults like they do, but still: You have your own tasks. Joe is an expert in using ancient techniques to counteract problems in modern nutrition. He and The Spani...

Oh man, this book rules! I was reading yesterday, prepping for today's episode, smiling ear to ear; all I wanted to do was push-ups and wake up early. That's the effect Jocko Willinck and his book, Way of the Warrior Kid, will have on you. Sit down, kids and parents, and have some butt-kicking "get after it" fun! Enjoy AMXKids? Want to bring the love of reading to your son or daughter's school? Vi...

The destruction of the N. American buffalo was systematic and ruthless. It was hard to read about, but it was necessary to read about. It demonstrated a lack of respect for life. Enlighten yourself w/ some crazy facts pertaining to the buffalo and the gold of the Black Hills in today's AMX. Love learning? Want to spread the habit of lifelong learning to your group or team? Visit charliespaniard.co...

Our old friends, accountability and the impeccable word, make their way back to the show. You can't help but want to push harder and do better after reading about these Native American warriors and people. Want to fuel your soul and help support the show? Visit charliespaniard.com/readinglist for a list of books that will do the trick. 

Today, we learn how Native American history, Martin Luther King and Scottish philosopher and economist Adam Smith all intertwine to encourage us to treat each other w/ respect and dignity. Learning about Native American history and culture has given me a deeper understanding of our country's history and a deeper understanding of its people. I encourage you all to learn and appreciate this piece of...

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The Spaniard Show has undergone a few name changes over the last two years. They all carry a similar theme. We started as A Fighter's Mindset. We continued as SPANIARD101: Learn to Be Bold. Currently, we carry the subtitle "World's Toughest Lifelong Learner." Today's episode, as well as the history and figures in this book, carry w/ it a very similar theme, that of conviction, pride and fight. I r...

Today, we talk the two sides to every story (and sometimes more than two). We also discuss the Sand Creek Massacre of the Cheyenne/Arapaho Indians. (NOTE: There are quotes and descriptions in today's show that are hard to hear). I hope you are inspired to learn more about the Native Americans and the American West. 

When it comes to understanding the camaraderie of elite performers and professional athletes, nothing will ever help you more than this conversation between our guy The Spaniard, veteran of the UFC, and his guest Jeff Campbell, formerly of the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos. Before this recording, these guys had talked all of five minutes, but they instantly fall into a rapport around the joys o...

We can learn a lot from the history of the American West, and I hope you enjoy my journey through Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee. This is a powerful book full of stories and lessons that will open your eyes and make you reflect. I highly suggest you take a look at this book and consider reading it yourself. You can find it at charliespaniard.com/readinglist.

Today's AMXKids wraps up The Breadwinner while discussing: thinking about your future, getting back up after getting knocked down and perspective. Young people are very influenceable, and my mission is to provide them a positive influence. Please pass AMXKids on to the young people in your life. Kids, reach out on social media, and let's talk toughness and learning: @charliespaniard