Reconnect with your inner fighter. Discover the wisdom of Everyday Fighters just like you. Learn winning strategies from experts both inside and outside of the ring.
Vanessa Adriance is an environmental lawyer and amateur boxer. Vanessa shares her boxing journey and how it changed every aspect of her life.
You can get more of Vanessa at https://www.instagram.com/vadriance
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides highly trained expert advocates 24/7 to talk confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
They can be reached at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) and https://www.thehotline.org
Philipp shares his thoughts on comparing ourselves not only to others, but also to our past selves.
Will Tatum is a retiree and martial arts practitioner. Will shares his journey through martial arts including starting from scratch with a new style well into his sixties.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Raising Men Lawn Care Service
RMLS provides free lawn care to our elders, those who are disabled, single mothers and our veterans, who do not have the time, resources and/or money to manicure their yards.
Learn more about them at http://weareraisingmen.com
Paul Landreth-Smith is a martial artist, former law enforcement officer, and Director at Krav Maga Universal. Paul shares his approach to learning self defense, evolving his skills, and teaching others.
You can get more from Paul at http://www.kravuniversal.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Any Soldier
AnySoldier connects deployed service members in need of comfort items, personal hygiene products, and correspondence with volunteers back home that send these items in care packages. Packages from supporters have also contributed to the distribution of toys, books, and necessary supplies to civilians living in war zones. To date they have helped more than 2.5 million troops.
Learn more at http://www.anysoldier.com
Dan Zehner is a husband and father of three. Dan shares his experiences in starting a Tae Kwon Do program along with his young son and the ways he's been able to build more self-confidence in himself by creating a desired end-state.
You can get more from Dan at https://anthemoftheadventurer.com/
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: The Good Dad Project
The mission of The Good Dad Project is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves.
Learn more at https://gooddadproject.com/
Philipp shares his thoughts on having to "flip a switch" to turn on your inner fighter and power.
Bill Kipp is a Black Belt Hall of Fame Self Defense Instructor, veteran Marine, and 5th degree black belt. Bill shares his challenges with bullying and trauma as a child and how he learned to turn fear and adrenal stress into a valuable tool rather than something to avoid.
You can get more from Bill's work at https://fastdefenseglobal.org/, http://www.predatorarmour.com/, and http://www.strongheartinstitute.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Heroes of the Second World War
The mission of Heroes of the Second World War is to film interviews with the remaining WWII combat veterans, to strengthen relationships between these veterans and their communities, and to create a living memorial to pass these veterans’ wisdom on to future generations.
Learn more at http://www.heroesofthesecondworldwar.org
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Philipp shares the language he uses to get people thinking and feeling about the things they do.
Chip & Glyn Ann Townsend are married with children and own a growing martial arts organization. Chip & Glyn Ann share their perspectives on working together as a married couple, raising their children, and growing as individuals.
You can find more information about them on Facebook, YouTube, and https://teamchiptkd.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum.
Learn more at https://www.rocksteadyboxing.org
Hanshi Dave Kovar is a career martial artist, business owner, and educator. Hanshi Kovar shares his journey as a martial artist and instructor, lessons he's learned, and current mission.
You can get more of Hanshi Kovar at Satori Lifestyle Podcast and https://www.kovarsystems.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: The Good Dad Project
The mission of The Good Dad Project is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves.
Learn more about it at https://gooddadproject.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of March 31, 2019
Ep48: Kevin Gleason
Ep49: Philipp Lomboy
Philipp shares a concept for improvement that runs contrary to most approaches to learning.
Kevin Gleason is a boxing coach and trainer. Kevin shares his experiences through his boxing journey and overcoming a massive challenge in his late teens.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Steve Hartman
Steve Hartman is a correspondent for CBS News. Steve hosts "On the Road" where he profiles individuals and groups across the United States that do kind things for others in their community.
Learn more about Steve and "On the Road"
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of January 20, 2019
Ep46: Liam Sorrell https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp46
Ep47: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp47
Philipp shares his tips for improving both on and off the mat by cultivating self awareness.
Liam Sorrell is a husband, father, and former amateur boxer. Liam shares his experiences starting his boxing journey as a youth, then getting back in the ring after a significant time away.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Special Books by Special Kids
Special Books by Special Kids shares stories, providing neurodiverse individuals and their families with a platform to share their thoughts and experiences. They also serve as an educational resource inspiring all humans - from parents, to teachers and service providers, to those unfamiliar with neurodiversity.
Learn more about them at https://sbsk.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of January 13, 2019
Ep44: Charlie Brenneman https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp44
Ep45: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp45
Philipp shares a lesson from off the mat to help get the most learning from a specific technique.
Charlie Brenneman is a former UFC fighter, author, and speaker. Charlie shares his perspective on going for your passions as well as his personal challenges facing the end of one career path and the start of another.
You can find him at https://charliespaniard.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: AnySoldier
AnySoldier connects deployed servicemembers in need of comfort items, personal hygiene products, and correspondence with volunteers back home that send these items in care packages. Packages from supporters have also contributed to the distribution of toys, books, and necessary supplies to civilians living in war zones. To date they have helped more than 2.5 million troops.
Learn more at http://www.anysoldier.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of December 9, 2018
Ep42: Tyson Kilbey https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp42
Ep43: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp43
Philipp shares a lesson he got from crossing the street and how it applies to training on the mat.
Tyson Kilbey is a law enforcement officer, BJJ practitioner, and firearms instructor. Tyson shares his journey through martial arts and applying the skills he's learned on the mat to his law enforcement career and beyond.
You can find him at https://www.topfirearmsinstruction.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum.
Learn more at https://www.rocksteadyboxing.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of December 2, 2018
Ep40: Adam Mitchell https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp40
Ep41: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp41
Philipp shares his experience getting a fighting name and how it could be of benefit to have one for yourself.
Adam Mitchell is a husband, father, and martial arts instructor. Adam shares his journey through martial arts, pursuing his passion, disconnecting with his family as a result, and finding his way back to balance.
You can get more of Adam at https://www.jissenkobudo.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Raising Men Lawn Care Service
RMLS provides free lawn care to our elders, those who are disabled, single mothers and our veterans, who do not have the time, resources and/or money to manicure their yards.
Learn more about them at http://weareraisingmen.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of November 25, 2018
Ep38: Larisa Eichacker https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp38
Ep39: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp39
Philipp shares a method that allowed him to teach and learn more easily and effectively.
Larisa Eichacker is a wife, mother, and amateur boxer. Larisa shares her unlikely introduction to boxing and her journey navigating the amateur boxing world in her mid-forties.
You can get more of Larisa on Facebook
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Returning the Favor
Returning the Favor follows host Mike Rowe as he travels the country in search of remarkable people making a difference in their communities. Returning the Favor gives back to those who pay it forward with humor, heart, and surprise.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/ReturningTheFavor
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of November 18, 2018
Ep35: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp35
Ep36: Tony Quinteros https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp36
Ep37: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp37
Tony Quinteros is a husband, father, and church pastor. Tony shares how he ended up rock bottom in every area of his life and how he was able to find his way back to restore his relationships, family, and life direction.
You can get more of Tony at http://cccornerstone.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can reach them at 1-800-273-8255
Learn more about them at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (they also have a chat room as an option)
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Philipp shares a way to look at your opponents that can help you get even more out of your interactions both on and off the mat.
Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of November 11, 2018
Ep33: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp33
Ep34: Blaze Pearson https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp34
Blaze Pearson is a father and martial arts instructor. Blaze shares how he learned martial arts despite limited means as well as how his outlook of self defense changed after experiencing a family tragedy.
You can get more from Blaze at https://torchfamilyleadership.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Heroes of the Second World War
The mission of Heroes of the Second World War is to film interviews with the remaining WWII combat veterans, to strengthen relationships between these veterans and their communities, and to create a living memorial to pass these veterans’ wisdom on to future generations.
Learn more at http://www.heroesofthesecondworldwar.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of November 4, 2018
Ep32: Reggie Shah https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp32
Reggie Shah is a digital media consultant, husband, and father of two. He shares his journey from being an introverted, bullied kid to discovering Muay Thai as an adult and training with UFC fighters.
You can get more from Reggie at http://www.reggieshah.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Special Books by Special Kids
Special Books by Special Kids shares stories, providing neurodiverse individuals and their families with a platform to share their thoughts and experiences. They also serve as an educational resource inspiring all humans - from parents, to teachers and service providers, to those unfamiliar with neurodiversity.
Learn more about them at http://www.specialbooksbyspecialkids.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of October 28, 2018
Ep30: Jonathan Van Heijzen https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp30
Ep31: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp31
Philipp shares a concept that has helped him in working with people both on and off the mat.
Jonathan Van Heijzen is a husband and father of four children. Jonathan shares his journey of reconnecting with martial arts after hitting a physical low point, and how his family all got involved with martial arts.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Steve Hartman
Steve Hartman is a correspondent for CBS News. Steve hosts "On the Road" where he profiles individuals and groups across the United States that do kind things for others in their community.
Learn more about Steve and "On the Road"
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of October 21, 2018
Ep28: Ryan Cragg https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp28
Ep29: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp29
Ryan Cragg is a licensed clinical counselor and a blue belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu. Ryan shares his struggles as an angry teen, how he now helps young men move past their own anger issues, and how he's grown through BJJ.
You can find him at http://ryancragg.org
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum.
Learn more at https://www.rocksteadyboxing.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of October 14, 2018
Ep26: Dr. Meghan Horn https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp26
Ep27: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp27
Philipp shares his approach in order to learn well beyond techniques in and of themselves.
Dr. Meghan Horn is a clinical psychologist and Krav Maga instructor. She shares her experience with self defense as a form of self care and how the martial arts industry can do a better job in serving women.
You can find her at https://www.drmeghanhorn.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Humans of New York
Humans of New York began as a photography project by Brandon Stanton in 2010. The initial goal was to photograph 10,000 New Yorkers on the street, and create an exhaustive catalogue of the city’s inhabitants. Somewhere along the way, Brandon began to interview his subjects in addition to photographing them. And alongside their portraits, he'd include quotes and short stories from their lives. Over the past five years, it has also expanded to feature stories from over twenty different countries.
Learn more about them at http://www.humansofnewyork.com
Contribute to their mission at https://www.patreon.com/humansofnewyork
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of October 7, 2018
Ep24: John Williams https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp24
Ep25: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp25
Philipp shares his recent challenge that burned him out and negatively affected the podcast.
John Williams is a husband, father, and former amateur boxer. John shares his transformation from a shy, introverted kid to becoming a mentally and physically stronger person as the protector of his family.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and YOU
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can reach them at 1-800-273-8255
Learn more about them at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (they also have a chat room as an option)
Also, just a reminder that YOU are more powerful than you realize. YOU can help someone else with a small gesture, a kind word - to acquaintances and strangers alike. YOU may find that by helping another, you're reminded of your own strength.
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of September 30, 2018
Ep22: Bret Martineau https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp22
Ep23: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp23
Philipp shares an invaluable tool that helps him get back into the game during challenging times.
Bret Martineau is a business consultant and amateur Muay Thai fighter. Bret shares his challenges after finding himself married at an early age, overweight, and miserable, and how Muay Thai completely changed his life.
You can get more of Bret at https://bretmartineau.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Raising Men Lawn Care Service
RMLS provides free lawn care to our elders, those who are disabled, single mothers and our veterans, who do not have the time, resources and/or money to manicure their yards.
Learn more about them at http://weareraisingmen.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of September 23, 2018
Ep20: Geoff Ronning https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp20
Ep21: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp21
Philipp shares what an instructor taught him about finding a new perspective to get better results.
Geoff Ronning is a husband, father, entrepreneur, and Masters boxing champion. Geoff shares his boxing journey from being an enthusiastic fan on the sidelines, to actively participating after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and to eventually competing as an amateur.
You can get more of Geoff at http://www.stealthseminar.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy
The Cave of Adullam is a transformational training academy for comprehensive male development. Their mission is to create a generation of men who are physically conscious, mentally astute and spiritually strong enough to navigate through the pressures of this world without succumbing to their negative emotions.
Learn more at https://thecatta.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of September 16, 2018
Ep18: Jesse Hinds https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp18
Ep19: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp19
Jesse Hinds is a father and school librarian with a wide range of martial arts experience. He shares his journey from rough-housing as a child to exploring a wide array of fighting arts as an adult. He also talks about how his relationship with his son has changed since they both started training BJJ together.
You can find more of him at his blog Riding the Currents.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: The Good Dad Project
The mission of The Good Dad Project is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves.
Learn more about it at https://gooddadproject.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of September 9, 2018
Ep16: Pierre Lagasca https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp16
Ep17: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp17
Pierre Lagasca is an amateur MMA fighter from Las Vegas, Nevada. He shares his journey from a broken home and running the streets with the wrong crowd, to finding his true calling in martial arts and doing his part to help troubled youth in his neighborhood.
You can find him on Facebook and training at Asylum Gym.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Growing Bolder
Growing Bolder shares the stories of ordinary people who are living extraordinary lives and proving that it's never too late to pursue your passions or make a difference in the lives of others.
Learn more at https://www.growingbolder.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of September 2, 2018
Ep14: Debora Tedford https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp14
Ep15: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp15
Philipp shares a mental exercise you can do to remind yourself of the power of your focus.
Debora Tedford is a nurse, grandmother, and amateur boxer. Debora shares her journey from losing her confidence and self-esteem in a bad marriage, to getting a diagnosis of cancer, to taking her first fight at 52 years old.
You can get more of Debora on Facebook
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Returning the Favor
Returning the Favor follows host Mike Rowe as he travels the country in search of remarkable people making a difference in their communities. Returning the Favor gives back to those who pay it forward with humor, heart and surprise.
Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/ReturningTheFavor
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of August 26, 2018
Ep12: Dr. Adrian Chavez https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp12
Ep13: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp13
Philipp shares his thoughts about the power of the words that come out of your mouth. Choose them wisely.
Dr. Adrian Chavez is a functional medicine practitioner who specializes in helping clients with chronic illnesses. Dr. Chavez shares his approach to improving health through nutrition and how we can empower ourselves with a different perspective and the right information.
You can get more of Dr. Chavez at https://dradrianchavez.com and his Your Nutrition Prescription Podcast
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Heroes of the Second World War
The mission of Heroes of the Second World War is to film interviews with the remaining WWII combat veterans, to strengthen relationships between these veterans and their communities, and to create a living memorial to pass these veterans’ wisdom on to future generations.
Learn more at http://www.heroesofthesecondworldwar.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of August 19, 2018
Ep10: Briana Martinez & Melissa Hughett https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp10
Ep11: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp11
Philipp shares his thoughts about the scale of skill and experience and the three categories of training partner you can choose to be.
Briana Martinez and Melissa Hughett are wives and mothers that are preparing get their black belts. They share how they were introduced to martial arts and why, even with jobs and busy home lives, they choose to make training a priority.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum.
Learn more at https://www.rocksteadyboxing.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of August 12, 2018
Ep8: Larry Hagner https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp8
Ep9: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp9
Philipp shares one of his favorite ways to help people in his classes to cultivate their mental toughness.
Larry Hagner is the founder of the Good Dad Project and The Dad Edge Podcast. Larry shares his challenges growing up as an overweight child, how he started fighting back, and how he channeled his confidence into competitive martial arts.
You can get more of Larry at the Good Dad Project.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Steve Hartman
Steve Hartman is a correspondent for CBS News. Steve hosts "On the Road" where he profiles individuals and groups across the United States that do kind things for others in their community.
Learn more about Steve and "On the Road"
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of August 5, 2018
Ep6: Jennifer Harshman https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp6
Ep7: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp7
Philipp shares a story about participating in his first 10-man fight and what it taught him about being a good training partner.
Jennifer Harshman is a mother of three, a writing and publishing expert, and a business owner. Jennifer is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and is on a mission to help others by sharing her story.
You can get more from Jennifer on Facebook and http://www.harshmanservices.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Humans of New York
Humans of New York began as a photography project by Brandon Stanton in 2010. The initial goal was to photograph 10,000 New Yorkers on the street, and create an exhaustive catalogue of the city’s inhabitants. Somewhere along the way, Brandon began to interview his subjects in addition to photographing them. And alongside their portraits, he'd include quotes and short stories from their lives. Over the past five years, it has also expanded to feature stories from over twenty different countries.
Learn more about them at http://www.humansofnewyork.com
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of July 29, 2018
Ep4: David Mee https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp4
Ep5: Philipp Lomboy https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp5
David Mee is a father of five from South Australia. David is fairly new to martial arts, just six months into his journey with karate. In this interview David shares his experiences being in the same class and learning alongside his teenage son.
You can get more from David on Facebook.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Special Books by Special Kids
Special Books by Special Kids shares stories, providing neurodiverse individuals and their families with a platform to share their thoughts and experiences. They also serve as an educational resource inspiring all humans - from parents, to teachers and service providers, to those unfamiliar with neurodiversity.
Learn more about them at http://www.specialbooksbyspecialkids.org
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Best of the Everyday Fighter Podcast for the week of July 22, 2018
Ep1: Mark Goblowsky https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp1
Ep2: Brian King https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp2
Ep3: Matt Oyler https://www.everydayfighter.me/edfp3
Matt Oyler is a former amateur MMA fighter, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. Matt shares how his plans to play college football were crushed, how hit rock bottom with obesity, and how he used his competitive nature to completely change his life.
You can get more from Matt at the Undefeated by Choice Podcast.
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: The Good Dad Project
The mission of The Good Dad Project is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves.
Learn more about it at https://gooddadproject.com
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Brian King is an ADHD coach for parents and teens, cancer survivor, and father of three boys. In this interview Brian shares how he fought his childhood bully and won, continuing his martial arts path as a father, and his philosophy on raising kids to value harmony and develop empathy.
You can get more of Brian at https://brianraymondking.com
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EPISODE SPOTLIGHT: Raising Men Lawn Care Service
RMLS provides free lawn care to our elders, those who are disabled, single mothers and our veterans, who do not have the time, resources and/or money to manicure their yards.
Learn more about them at http://weareraisingmen.com
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Mark Goblowsky is a husband, father, and business owner with a martial arts academy in Omaha, Nebraska. Mark shares the details of his martial arts journey, from being afraid of opening the door to his first training dojo, to splitting with his long-time teacher and mentor, to his philosophies on moving forward every day despite the constant challenges of life.
You can get more from Mark at http://markgoblowsky.com
What is an Everyday Fighter? What is the Everyday Fighter Podcast all about? We'll answer those questions in this introductory episode.