Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman

The Spaniard Show

The Spaniard Show blends real-life updates, lessons learned, and stories from a lifetime of fighting, teaching, coaching and speaking — all designed to help you navigate pressure, setbacks, growth, performance and life's challenges in your own world. Hosted by former UFC fighter and teacher Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman.*There are 2307 previous episodes prior to starting fresh with a new format.

Author

Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman

Category

Education

Podcast website

charliespaniard.com

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

SSS10 24.04.2018

This is what the development of a product looks like. I'm at a crossroads w/ Speak Spanish w/ Spaniard, and I'm asking for your input. You'll learn some Spanish tidbits, too, so don't worry! After listening, if you find yourself wanting to contribute, please visit charliespaniard.com/spanish to give me your thoughts.

What I Learned this Week 23.04.2018

The title says it all...enjoy this week's most power-packed learning points! Why? Because wisdom is everywhere and you should stretch your mind. Enjoy! After you listen, hop on over to charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event. Let's develop your team into Tough Lifelong Learners!

AMX466 12 Rules for Life 13 23.04.2018

We wrap up 12 Rules for Life today while discussing cats, limitations and wishing upon a star. It's a proper sendoff to a very high-level, mind-stretching read.  Listen, then visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event w/ The Spaniard. Let's develop your team into a group of Tough Lifelong Learners.

AMX465 12 Rules for Life 12 20.04.2018

We're on Rule 11 of 12 in Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life. What in the world does skateboarding have to do with the order and chaos of life? Tune in and find out! Then hop on over to charliespaniard.com/booking to develop your team into Tough Lifelong Learners.

AMX464 12 Rules for Life 11 19.04.2018

When you read so much, you start to see patterns, themes. The importance of speaking clearly and impeccably is one of them. Today's episode highlights that principle. My mission is to develop Tough Lifelong Learners. If you're objective meets that mission, visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event.

#174 Interview: Fred "Chico" Lager, Former CEO, Ben & Jerry's 19.04.2018

In 1982, at age 27, Fred "Chico" Lager had already grown tired of running his nightclub. The little ice cream shop around the corner needed help, so he joined in with the owners, two guys named Ben and Jerry. A global brand ensued, with Chico as CEO. Chico eventually talked about all of this in his book "The Inside Scoop." Over twenty years later, The Spaniard discovered the book, loved it and tra...

AMX463 12 Rules for Life 10 18.04.2018

Are you hearing or listening? When's the last time you engaged in a genuine conversation that stretched you, even scared you a little? Have you questioned your norms and beliefs, or is staying comfortable your goal? We explore this, and more, in today's AMX. Listen, then visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event (in which we'll stretch your mind).

AMX462 12 Rules for Life 9 17.04.2018

How truthful are you in your communication? We're not just talking deliberate lies, either. Are you guided by bias, judgements, agendas, or are you truthfully communicating? We dive deep into how we communicate in today's AMX. Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to develop your team into Tough Lifelong Learners.

SSS9 17.04.2018

In today's Speak Spanish w/ Spaniard, we talk briefly about Spanish culture and then hop into the basics: #'s 1-100 and the days of the week. This is a great opportunity for beginners to learn these key language components and for the more advanced speakers to practice pronunciation. Don't forget to hop on to charliespaniard.com/spanish to tell me exactly what you want to learn on the show.

What I Learned this Week - LIVE from Red Rocks 16.04.2018

We're taking the show on the road...another powerful week of learning capped off with a LIVE show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in CO (Mind you, there was no LIVE audience, just me after running the steps!). Enjoy the environment and the knowledge! Visit charliespaniard.com to opt in to our email list and schedule your next speaking program.

AMX461 12 Rules for Life 8 16.04.2018

Sacrifice and work, delayed vs. immediate gratification, "bargaining w/ the future" - all this, and more, in today's AMX. Listen, then hop on over to charliespaniard.com to see all the good stuff we got going on. My mission is to develop Tough Lifelong Learners...and YOU are one of them.

AMX460 12 Rules for Life 7 13.04.2018

Accountability is (should be) your best friend. Take a look at your reality, and if you don't like it, change it...one small decision at a time. Start w/ today's AMX. Hop on over to charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next event w/ The Spaniard (yeah, me!).

AMX459 12 Rules for Life 6 12.04.2018

In today's AMX, we're talking parenting and discipline, how both relate to dog training and constant improvement as a leader. Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event. My mission is to develop your team into Tough Lifelong Learners.  

#173 Keynote Address to Leadership Professionals 12.04.2018

The Spaniard delivered this keynote address at the invitation of his native county's Chamber of Commerce. His audience was dozens of professionals engaged in a thorough 9-month program that enhances their ability to lead vital efforts in their communities and on the job. You'll hear references to the mighty Sheetz convenience store chain because this talk took place in a brand-new Sheetz corporate...

AMX458 12 Rules for Life 5 11.04.2018

Forget perfection, aim at better. Seek the peace of mind that comes from integritous living. That, and more, in today's AMX. Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next event with the World's Toughest Lifelong Learner.

AMX457 12 Rules for Life 4 10.04.2018

With whom are you surrounding yourself? Why? Choose wisely. That, and more, in today's AMX. Visit charliespaniard.com/readinglist for a list of books that have changed my life. 

SSS8 10.04.2018

In SSS8, we go all in Spanish. Former podcast guest Rollie Peterkin (#146) returns for another interview, except this time, it's done in Spanish. We talk his journey of learning Spanish and his international travels. We touch on grammar, culture and even get technical on how Spanish differs in Spain and Peru. Whether you're a Spanish newbie or fluent, you'll enjoy this interview. I offer several d...

AMX456 12 Rules of Life 3 09.04.2018

No one likes a "selfish turd" and you shouldn't only think about #1, BUT don't forget about #1! This, and much more, in today's AMX456. Hop on over to charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next speaking event. My mission is to develop Tough Lifelong Learners...so let's get tough!

What I Learned this Week 08.04.2018

Another episode of the week's most power-packed learning points! Recording LIVE at Barnes & Noble in Altoona, PA was a new and learning experience. Notes taken, who's next?! Visit charliespaniard.com and opt-in to receive the PDF version of the bullet points discussed on the show.

AMX455 12 Rules for Life 2 06.04.2018

Rule #1 - Stand Up Straight w/ Your Shoulders Back. Walk w/ the confidence and conviction you desire. Develop that confidence and conviction (ie toughness) by visiting charliespaniard.com/booking and setting up your (our) next event.

AMX454 12 Rules for Life 1 05.04.2018

In today's AMX, we're talking life's balance between order and chaos, our love of rules and freedom and one of the most vital Rules you can follow. Let's develop your team into a group of Tough Lifelong Learners, ready and actively employing reading and learning to develop their toughness. Visit charliespaniard.com/booking to inquire.

#172 Mike Ritland, Navy SEAL Canine Trainer 05.04.2018

Mike Ritland knows dogs. He knows from training canines as a Navy SEAL. He knows them from operating Trikos, a company formed to provide working dogs for security, police, military and other work. He knows them from founding the Warrior Dog Foundation to allow retired working dogs the lives they deserve. After The Spaniard discovered all of this, he immediately bought one of Mike's bestselling boo...

AMX453 The Servant 6 04.04.2018

We wrap up our study of The Servant today and leave with some extremely important concepts. Servant Leadership is an area we should all study more. I'd love to help develop your team into a group of Tough Lifelong Learners, visit charliespaniard.com/booking, and we'll get started!

AMX452 The Servant 5 03.04.2018

Leadership starts with you, and we are the summation of our choices. This, and more, in today's AMX. My mission is to develop Tough Lifelong Learners. If your objective meets my mission, visit charliespaniard.com/booking to set up your next event.

SSS7 03.04.2018

In this week's Speak Spanish w/ Spaniard, we talk the confusing verbs "ser" and "estar" and colors. I also lend out three useful principles for learning the Spanish language. If there's somethings specific you'd like me to cover on the show, please visit charliespaniard.com/spanish to fill out the short form and tell me.

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