15 Minutes to Freedom
599 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1.5K ratings15 Minutes to Freedom is an unfiltered daily dive into the life lessons and mistakes of Ryan. Using his life experiences as an unfiltered guide, Ryan puts his experiences in perspective to help you expand your own life. Topics range from the importance of owning your truth, tapping into your own spirituality, and much more. The sole purpose of this daily show is to offer relatable guidance, provide information, and inspire you to re-align and take action!
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E200 Impact
November 07, 2018 09:30 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBIf you’ve been listening to the show lately, it’s clear I’ve been excited about two things: my coaching practice and my goal to impact 125,000,000 people. In one unique instance, I got to witness generational impact springing from a coaching client. Listen to hear the story how the daughter of one of my clients reached out to share unexpected change she’s seen in her father. This is powerful! Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear...
E199 The Secret Weapon
November 06, 2018 09:30 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBWhen it comes to your business, have you ever felt that you were one connection away or a little push from really doing something big? We all feel that way at times. I know I have. Thankfully I’ve found what I’d call my secret weapon. An incredibly experienced businessman and investor truly at the top of the game. Need help getting over the hump? Listen to see how you can gain access to my secret weapon. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at ryan@gsdmediagroup....
E198 The Stack
November 05, 2018 09:30 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBToday I share with you perhaps the most powerful tool in my belt that has allowed me to grow over the past year-and-a-half. This tool gives you the ability to reframe any situation and find a positive outcome. It’s called The Stack. Join me as I walk you through the process of a Stack and see how this tool can impact your life long-term. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E197 Don't Look There
November 04, 2018 08:30 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBNo matter how successful we are, all of us have areas in our lives where we can make changes. What’s odd is that when we recognize we need to make a change, we often look to the one area that needs the least attention. What i’m here to explain is that when you find an area where you think you need to make change, you should look in the opposite direction. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E196 Ryan & Lindsay - The Lies We Tell Our Partners, And Why We Tell Them
November 03, 2018 08:30 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBWhy do we lie to the ones that we love the most? Usually it’s because we don’t want to hurt the other person’s feelings. The problem is that in catering to the other person, we lose track of our own needs in the process. Join Lindsay and I as we discuss why it’s important to always tell the truth with your partner and some potential consequences if you don’t. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E195 Lessons From Lewis
November 02, 2018 08:30 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBAs many of you listeners know, Lewis Howes was recently a guest on the podcast. Today I share how my interactions with Lewis have not only inspired me to make a greater impact but have also demonstrated one thing: we’re not any different. Listen to find out how recognizing this in your life will help you take your game to the next level. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E194 Frank Sell
November 01, 2018 08:30 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBToday our good friend Frank Sell stops by the show. Frank is an entrepreneur who started by doing body work for local car dealerships. Now he is building Baby Beard Club and has a special mission for the month of November. By going to http://babybeardclub.com using the code 15Free at checkout, 20% of your purchase will go directly to Facing Addiction, a non-profit organization dedicated toward ending the opioid crisis.
E193 For Me, For You, For Us
October 31, 2018 08:30 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MBFollowing a recent interview, an upcoming guest shared that he's been bothered by the fact that I say this podcast is only for me. He challenged me to switch my viewpoint. The message that he shared completely shifted my viewpoint on how I approach this podcast. Listen to hear the impact. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E192 Zues' Cancer
October 30, 2018 08:30 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBToday in the studio I have a special guest: my pit-bull Zeus. Why is he in the studio? Over the weekend we received some bad news. After a year of being in remission, Zeus’ lymphoma has returned. This is particularly tough because this is the first pet that I’ve owned as an adult. Listen as I discuss coming to grips with the reality of the situation. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E191 Quick Responses Pt. II
October 29, 2018 08:30 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBTwo weeks ago, I recorded an episode. It was about a quick reaction taken by a listener in regards to my own slow response on Instagram. As the weeks have gone by, it turns out that this reaction has created an impactful experience for everyone involved. Listen to find out how this story has developed and how it can help you. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E190 You Don’t Like Me?? Really??
October 28, 2018 08:30 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MBSometimes we just get triggered. Today was one of those days for me. While scrolling though recent reviews of the podcast, something hit me pretty hard. This podcast is my own story and my own truth. In the end, it forced me to realize that I’ve been worrying too much about what other people think. Listen to find out if you’re doing the same. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E189 Ryan & Lindsay - Things To Talk About Before You Get Married
October 27, 2018 08:30 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MBWhy do most relationships or marriages end? You guessed it, communication. Today Lindsay and I talk about the most import things to discuss before you get married. In this episode, we touch on moving in together, kids, deal-breakers, communications styles, inti.macy, and more. Listen to find out why you should walk away if you can’t come to an understanding on these key principles.
E188 Your Pain Is A Portal
October 26, 2018 08:30 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBRecently I was fortunate enough to attend a talk by Dr. Shefali. The topic of her discussion was your pain is your portal. The idea is quite simple. Your pain, if you step into it, is what is going to allow you to transform your life. Listen as I discuss my takeaway from the talk and how it applies in each of our lives. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E187 Craig Ballantyne
October 25, 2018 08:30 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBCraig Ballantyne is a digital marketer, entrepreneur, coach, and fitness guru. This interviews covers the gamut of Craig’s experience and contains a truly impactful section on his battle with anxiety. Craig also takes the time to dig deep and breakdown Ryan’s morning routine. Don’t miss this incredible interview with one of the originators of internet marketing. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E186 1 of 7 Update
October 24, 2018 08:30 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to share some observations that I’ve found from my conversations regarding the 1 of 7. The purpose of today’s show is to share some of the commonalities so that perhaps they can shed some light in your own life. Be sure to listen all the way through as I have a special offer for those that are seeking extra help in their own life. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E185 Balance
October 23, 2018 08:30 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBLately, my life has been a bit has been out of whack. With 1 of 7, podcasts, shooting videos, and the other daily tasks of running a business, I’ve been working too much. I’ve been seeing the results in my family time, my time at the gym, and my spirituality. In today’s episode I reiterate that importance of balance in all of our lives, if nothing more than a reminder to myself. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E184 Picking Your Coach
October 22, 2018 08:30 - 25 minutes - 35 MBAs important as it is to hire coaches in order to advance your career, it’s equally important (if not more-so) to be able to distinguish between a good and a bad coach. Over the years, I’ve developed a set of questions that has helped guide me through the process if selecting a coach. Listen as I provide a guide to direct you on your personal development past, Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E183 Proud
October 21, 2018 08:30 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBIt feels good when someone takes pride in your work, right? Whether it’s a painting, a business move, or some weight you lost at the gym, when someone notices an action in a positive manner, it only makes you want to work harder. Listen today to find out why I’m proud of a listener and why you should make it a regular practice to tell someone you’re proud of them. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E182 Ryan & Lindsay - Shut Your Mouth
October 20, 2018 08:30 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBCommunication is essential to any great relationship. As of late it seems to be all we ever talk about on our shows together. For us, humor and lightheartedness is a necessity for the relationship between Lindsay and I to thrive. Join us today as we demonstrate how we use humor in nearly every situation, and why sharing a sense of humor is vital to the health of your relationship. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E181 Lead From The Front
October 19, 2018 08:30 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBLeadership is often a misconstrued term. Before I began my self-improvement journey, I likely would have told you that being a leader is telling people what they need to do to succeed. Over the past 18 months, I’ve found something quite the opposite. I’ve discovered the only way you can lead is by being an example from the front. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E180 Jenna Fail
October 18, 2018 08:30 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBToday on the show we have 1st Form Elite Trainer and social influencer Jenna Fail. After entering a challenge through 1st Phorm’s website, Jenna’s career began to take shape. Join us as we chat about how her career has developed through the years, tips for people that want to grow their following, and how her following came together to help her in a time of need. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E179 F@ck A Role Model, Get A Real Model
October 17, 2018 08:30 - 20 minutes - 28 MBWhat’s a role model anyway? Someone we’re told we should pattern our lives after. The truth of the matter is, many times the lives of these “role models” aren’t as well put together as they seem. On the contrary, we should seek to devise real models of living that allow us to excel in our own voice. Listen to find out how I’m doing that in my own life and how you can too. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E178 7 Day Video Challenge
October 16, 2018 08:30 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBFor everyone who’s ever asked me for advice on something they can do to jumpstart their personal development journey, this is it my friends. A 7 Day Video Challenge which asks you to get raw and real with yourself on social media. In full transparency, I can’t take credit for this. All credit goes to the inspirational Danny Page. Listen as I lay out the challenge that truly started my journey. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hea...
E177 Quick Responses
October 15, 2018 08:30 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBSocial media and the world in general has trained many of us to expect things instantly. Fast food, Netflix, Amazon, and more have conditioned society at large to assume instant gratification. The way this translates into our communication with each other and ourselves has the potential to be devastating. Listen as I recount a DM gone wrong and what we can do to solve this problem. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E176 Re-Read Your Story
October 14, 2018 08:30 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBDoes your story serve you? Is the story you're telling yourself getting you to where you want to be in life? If the answer is no, then it might just be time to tear up your old story and write something new. On today’s episode, I dive deep into how I re-wrote my own story and provide some tactical tips on how you can do the same. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E175 Ryan & Lindsay - Overcoming Differences
October 13, 2018 08:30 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBEvery relationship has its share of differences. Why? Typically because we’re never seeing the other person’s side of the story. We only view the experience through our lens which tends to skew our perception. Today Lindsay and I dive into an instance in our lives where communication ultimately brought resolution to our differences. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E174 Overcommitted
October 12, 2018 08:30 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBComfort is a killer. When we become comfortable, it’s easy to become stagnant. One of the easiest ways to force yourself to grow is to overcommit yourself. Whether it’s in your body, spirituality, relationship, or business, overcommitting causes your mind to expand. Listen to this episode to hear how I overcommitted and what you can learn from my experience. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E173 Cody Jefferson
October 11, 2018 08:30 - 1 hour - 112 MBToday I take a journey into the mind and spirit with Cody Jefferson. Cody is a life coach and former pastor. He’s dedicated his life to serving others. We shared a tremendous chat ranging from meditation, the subconscious mind, religion, and seemingly everything in between. Take a journey with us as we peer deeper into the soul and the things that guide us on a daily basis. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E172 Your Own Personal Jesus
October 10, 2018 08:30 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBWe are all divine creatures. Whether you are religious or not, we all carry the spirit of a greater power. Over the past year or so, I found my voice and spirituality through two practices: meditation and journaling. I challenge you today to listen to this episode and discover the divinity within you. Are you up for the challenge? Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E171 20/20 Vision
October 09, 2018 08:30 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBOn today’s episode, I share with you why your vision is preventing you from getting to where you want to be. Most of us think way too small in our lives, myself included. While focusing on our next 6-12 months is great, it’s time to start looking years down the road. What is your life going to look like in 20 years? Can you even imagine it? It’s tough to start, but it’s time to start now. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear fro...
E170 It's Going To Take Longer Than You Think
October 08, 2018 08:30 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBWith doing the calls for 1 of 7 this week, I received some interesting feedback. It seems a number of people want to work with me because they believe I make the self-improvement journey look and sound simple. Well, here’s the hard truth; it’s taken nearly five years to get to this point. Here’s another fact, it’s not easy. Listen to hear how I’ve progressed through my path. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E169 Sell Or Be Sold
October 07, 2018 08:30 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBIt's a cold, hard fact. In this life we’re either selling or being sold. For whatever reason, it seems etched in our DNA to always seek the best deal possible. What if I told you that always seeking the best deal could potentially take an unforeseen toll? Today I detail a situation where I was triggered by a story involving a salesman. Listen up to hear how I processed it. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E168 Ryan & Lindsay - Relationships
October 06, 2018 08:30 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBIt seems that on a constant basis, Lindsay and I are getting asked to discussed relationships. One of the biggest questions we’ve received recently is how do build the right communication with your partner? Simply put, you make it a priority. With everything that’s been going on in our lives recently, we chat about how we remain open with our communication and how it’s not always perfect. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to h...
E167 The Lion Inside You
October 05, 2018 08:30 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBDeep within us all lies two separate beings; the one we’re told we’re supposed to be and the one we’re never supposed to show others. Generally, we’re trying to escape something in our lives, so most of us never wind up showing our true self to the world. What can you do to show up true in the world and unleash your inner Lion? Listen to find out. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E165 Coaching A Coach That's Been Coached By Coaches
October 03, 2018 08:30 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBThis morning I allowed something to happen to myself that was out of the ordinary. I allowed the world to throw me off my routine. The world is going to attack each and every one of us, every minute of every day. Life is simply a matter of how you prepare and respond. Listen to find out how I dealt with the disruption and how you can do the same. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E164 Collision Conversations
October 02, 2018 08:30 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBWhy difficult conversations can have massive impact on your life, especially if they happen quickly - For long time listeners of the podcast, it’s really no secret: Lindsay’s ex-husband and i simply haven’t gotten along. This past weekend, a family conversation created a remarkable positive shift in how I view our relationship. Listen to hear the revelation. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E163 Pinching What?
October 01, 2018 08:30 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MBDelayed action is frequently the largest determining factor in our success (or lack thereof). I learned this the hard way on a late night drive home from Chicago. As you’ll soon find out, my delayed action caused me some pain, a bit of embarrassment, and certainly created an uncomfortable situation. Listen to see how pinching it doesn’t pay. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E162 Pride
September 30, 2018 08:30 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBWe’re always taught to a pride in everything we do. However, can that pride become a weakness? The answer it yes, it can happen every single say. It did for me this past week on a trip to Lowe’s. While taking a trip to grab a few things for the office, I let my pride get in the way. Listen to hear how pride can limit you but also take you to new levels. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E161 Ryan & Lindsay - Being Married To An Italian Woman
September 29, 2018 08:30 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBRecently a listener reached out to Lindsay with a question. She was curious how we view relationship roles. For me it was impossible to not dive into some of the challenges faced when dealing with a partner of another cultural background. Listen as Lindsay and I dive into how our relationship has evolved and how our roles have changed at times. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E160 Washed Up
September 28, 2018 08:30 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBLast week I received some feedback from a long-time listener. Truthfully, it wasn’t so pretty. She thought certain episodes sounded a bit forced and that maybe it was time for me to stop podcasting. A bit taken aback, it made me start to question myself. Then, my producer echoed similar statements. So I ask, am I washed up? Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E159 Interview with Guy Cisternino
September 27, 2018 08:30 - 50 minutes - 70 MBProfessional bodybuilder and successful entrepreneur Guy Cisternino joins me today. Guy is no stranger to outlasting the suck and putting in consistent hard work day after day... I mean, just check out his instagram! We joke around about bodybuilding, and dive deep into his rocky relationships as well as his transition from sponsored athlete to entrepreneur and co-owner of a supplement company. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to he...
E158 Speak Up
September 26, 2018 08:30 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBHow can you ever hope to change your perception of reality if you never speak up? If you remain quiet in every situation, your life will only remain the same or get worse. When the opportunity presents itself, stand up and use your voice. Today I dig into several instances where speaking up has changed the course of people’s lives. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E157 Forgiveness
September 25, 2018 08:30 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBToday I’m going to address something that is extremely difficult but completely necessary if we wish to grow and thrive. After attending a metaphysics expo and getting a shakra reading, it came to light that something in my past is preventing me from becoming the ultimate version of myself. Join me as I dig into my past and learn how to forgive. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E156 Woo Woo
September 24, 2018 08:30 - 34 minutes - 48 MBOur spiritual journey is absolutely crucial to our existence. As I’ve traveled down the rabbit hole of my own spirituality, the light has landed me in places I didn’t anticipate. It truly has run the gamut: meditation, crystals, metaphysics, shakras, and much more. This past weekend I landed at a Body, Mind, Spirit Expo at the local fairgrounds. Join me on my cosmic journey. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E155 Book Review - The Coaching Habit
September 23, 2018 08:30 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBToday I review ‘The Coaching Habit’ by Michael Bungay Stanier. As I’ve been traveling down the coaching path, I’ve been seeking out more and more resources to expand my knowledge. This particular book is unique in the fact that it focuses on asking questions to generate thought in the reader. Join me as I dive deep into this great read. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E154 Ryan & Lindsay - Getting Attention From the Opposite Sex
September 22, 2018 08:30 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBLindsay joins me today to talk about a topic that can cause stress in relationships. What happens when you receive attention from the opposite sex? Admittedly, this episode takes some wild twists and turns. From randomly reaching out to porn stars on Instagram, to playing pocket pool, to firearms training and more, better hold on for the ride. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E153 How To Make An Extra $40,000
September 21, 2018 08:30 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBWhat if I told you you could make an extra $40K? What if I told you it wasn’t that complicated? In order to make an extra $40K in a year all you actually have to do is make an additional $110 a day. Today I go through several ideas that will allow you to do just that. Grab a pen and some paper and take some notes. This episode will get your brain running. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.
E152 Interview with Ryan Michler
September 20, 2018 08:30 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBI sit down to talk with the bearded wonder behind Order of Man, a community and resource encouraging men to become better in all aspects of life from self-mastery to family, from money to contribution, and everywhere in between. We go deep into today's society's definition of "a man" as well as Ryan's time in the military and how it made him realize most shit that gets us upset doesn't actually matter at all. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]....
E151 The Power of Perception
September 19, 2018 08:30 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBYoung minds are easier to mold, influence, and even break than that of an adult. On one hand they are sponges that can soak up information and emotions and learn how the world works. On the other they are fragile and can have their heart and mindset shattered at any given moment. They also perceive life on a grander level, making uncomfortable situations that much more comfortable, even traumatic. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to ...
E150 Never Forget
September 18, 2018 08:30 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBWhere were you on September 11, 2001? I was in Social Studies class my senior year in high school. At that point in time, I don’t believe I fully understood the magnitude of the event. As we look around today, it’s hard to not see various aspects of our life that have been impacted by this tragedy. However, I believe we have a tendency to become complacent over the years. Questions, comments, requests? Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to hear from you.