University of Adversity

In this episode, we meet David Tao, the Co-Founder of Barbend, Partner at Jakk Media, and proudly a “Forbes Under 30” awardee.  David joins us in sharing his experiences in his journey to where he has found himself today.  David expresses his passion of CrossFit and how it’s status in the fitness industry has evolved, and how it led to him co-founding his fitness and strength sports news...

In this episode, Shawn briefly talked about his 7-year career as a Pro Athlete NFL Offensive Lineman, and the journey of obstacles he faced in achieving this life goal. His childhood was marked with poverty, coupled with several health conditions such as stuttering, and battling drugs & alcohol addictions.  Through the power of Manifestation, Shawn continued to expand his experiences as a...

In this episode, Lance and Eric G Reid discussed how victim mentality can hold people’s success back. They also unpacked cool things about how important beliefs are in someone’s future success. Eric also shared the difference between wishing and wanting, and the mentality behind those words. Lastly, he imparted tips on how to set goals and making them real. WHAT IS ONE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED FROM...

In this episode, Lance and Jacqueline Harounian took a peek behind the curtain of what it is like being a top female family and divorce attorney in New York. Jacqueline spoke about her experiences about the different types of parenting and how much it had changed from what it is now, with all the digital media, and to what it was before social media. She also shared her knowledge about Family Law...

 In this episode, Jordan Paris took a step away from his typical discussions about business but shared his typical 22 year old day to day life  beyond being a successful entrepreneur.  Jordan Paris also talked about his podcast Growth Mindset University and how he helped other businesses, entrepreneurs, and podcasts grow. Jordan Paris earned and gained over 70 online clients with his sm...

In this episode, Lance and Rene Urbanovich discussed what creativity is and how to exercise your creativity. Rene also shared how changes in your voice gives you a precursor of how your health is. She also taught techniques on how to be mindful of some tics that we might have and how to alleviate it.  🥇WHAT IS ONE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED FROM ADVERSITY Rene answered, “Just don’t give up and...

In this episode, Lance and Dr. John Schinnerer talked about how unreleased and unrealized emotions can affect your personal growth and how you communicate with other people.  These latent negative emotions may be triggered by past traumatic experiences, thus inducing anger, depression, anxiety and etc. Dr. John also shared about why men have the higher tendency to have anger issues due to nor...

In this episode, Lance and Shay Rowbottom talk about how human beings adapt to our environment and get through any kind of situation life throws at us. Shay shared that being aware and getting over the victim mentality can help uplift ourselves and is a step forward in honoring our own selves. Lastly, Shay also discuss several techniques on how to make great videos to post on social media and shar...

 In this episode, Lance and Matt Belair talk about how inner peace and positive living can change one’s consciousness and persona. Matt discussed that through visualization and the right catalyst, it can help achieve whatever you aspire thus becoming better at what you do.  He shared that failure shouldn’t make you quit your goals, failure should become your stepping stone to become better a...

In this episode, Lance and Liz Garcia discussed the importance of understanding your own consciousness and how one can do that by means of meditation or self awareness or by contemplation. Liz explained that by removing our inner blockages , a person may achieve a certain level of consciousness which in turn can help attain inner peace and happiness.    Liz Garcia is a transformational l...

In this episode, Lance and Ben Angel talk about how mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression are triggered by unheatlhy eating, lifestyle and by food allergies. Ben, specifically shared his experience with coffee and how it impacted him in a negative way when he drank it. Ben also discussed deep sleep, he explained how important sleep is to our bodies and shared situations on how our bodies...

In this episode, Lance and Jasmin talk about how through parent’s guidance and teaching, help build awareness and guide children on both positive and negative elements. Jasmin shared her own experience with her mother being the center of her spiritual growth and now, she in turn, is sharing those teachings to her own child. Jasmin Terrany, LMHC, a Columbia University educated Life Therapist, is de...

In this episode, Lance and L.T. Bourne talked about the importance of having a father figure in our lives and how big the change was when he received a mentorship from his best friend’s father. L.T also talked about mentoring others and helping them take shape and become better persons.  L.T. “Leo” Bourne, an author, speaker and mentor, grew up in a small island of South Caicos. He discovered...

In this episode, Lance and Kayla Adams shared the struggles in reaching personal goals and of everyday life situations. Kayla shared the perfect mindset and also gave tips on how to achieve the desired results. Kayla also talked about the benefits of making daily journals and how it improved her daily life.  Kayla Adams was born and raised in a small town outside Vancouver BC, Kayla grew up f...

In this episode, Lance and Matt Hamilton talked about how nothing is beneath you even when you feel that you are already successful. Matt Hamilton was born and raised in Victoria, BC and is currently residing in Vancouver, BC.He graduated from Vancouver Film School for Writing for Film and Television and has his B.F.A. in Writing from the University of Victoria. He received numerous awards such as...

In this episode, Lance and Lyn talked about how self-awareness, spiritual cleansing, and mastering your own body from the inside out can help heal your ailments, find your own balance, and achieve one’s inner peace. Lyn has a master’s degree in somatic psychology and is pursuing training in biofeedback and therapeutic yoga. In 2004, she was misdiagnosed with leukemia and had faced a great deal of...

In this 100th episode, Lance reminisces about the past 100 episodes and shares how University of Adversity podcast came to be. He talks about the growth of the podcast, the journey through different adversities in business and personal life as well as how effective communication has helped him grow into the person he is today. Lance reminds us of the importance of giving value to other people’s li...

In this episode, Lance and Maxine discuss how to create your own path, place value in your knowledge and experiences, pursue your own passion, and how to connect with the opportunities that are presented to you. Maxine is a trained economist turned environmentalist. She is the founder and CEO of Pick My Brain, an online platform that helps you package and sell your time, knowledge and experience i...

In this episode, Joe and Lance talk about the challenges of playing in the NFL, navigating crossroads in his life, and finally pursuing his new found happiness on the road. Joe Hawley is the creator of @manvandogblog.com, a blog where he shares his travel experiences on the road in his van and his loving 2 year old companion named Freedom. The goal of his blog is to make a positive impact on this...

In this episode, Lance and Erin talk about how we can turn our inner insecurities around by reconnecting with ourselves, family, friends and others around us. Employing these new beliefs helps us to become happier, healthier and more beautiful versions of ourselves. Erin is the founder of Raw Beauty, a non-profit organization promoting the mental and physical health of girls and young women. Erin’...

In this episode, Lance and Clay Moffat discuss the different types of mind conditioning, the pros and cons, how it helps us reach self actualization and the effects it has in our everyday lives.  Clay is originally from Australia and currently resides in Thailand. He specializes in mental conditioning and has been known to help people remove their anxiety, imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, an...

In this episode, Lance and David take a walk down memory lane and discuss their junior hockey days together, and David’s 9 year NHL Career with the Colorado Avalanche, Calgary Flames, and the Minnesota Wild. They also get into some good stories about what it was like to play with some of the best players of all time and some juicy insight into the real life of a professional hockey player. IN THIS...

In this episode, Lance and Lindsey Elmore talk about how adversity affects a person’s health and wellness; and how Aromatherapy can help alleviate negativity and boost overall wellness.  Lindsey Elmore grew up in Birmingham , Alabama and completed her undergraduate degree in Alabama, then attended Pharmacy School in San Francisco. She had undergone 2 years of postdoctoral, specializing in out...

In this episode, Lance and Dr. Nicholas Jensen talk about taking the naturopathic journey in healing and strengthening the body, mind and soul.  Dr Nick grew up in the small town of Osoyoos B.C and completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at Okanagan University College, now known as UBC Okanagan. He went on to attend Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, graduating in 2007 as a lic...

In this episode, Lance and Jose Flores talk about his struggle and triumph over his disability and limiting beliefs. Jose was born and raised in Bronx, New York. He was diagnosed early in his childhood with spinal-muscular atrophy that weakens the muscles the older one gets. The sickness started to slowly progress over the years until he eventually lost his ability to walk at 22 years old. He work...