The Gladiator Way
44 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 424 ratingsHosted by Dan “Nitro” Clark, former American Gladiator, NFL player, bestselling author, speaker, fitness fanatic and heart attack survivor. The goal of The Gladiator Way is to share inspiring stories from the most brilliant minds in health, fitness, entrepreneurship, psychology, entertainment and spirituality to help you Commit, Crush, Conquer and "Nitro Up" your life to unleash your best and most authentic self. You’ll love Dan’s easygoing, conversational style as he digs in deep with guests to give you the tools, ideas, and inspiration to live The Gladiator Way.
Dan's expertise has been featured on Good Morning America, Today Show, ESPN, and Entertainment Tonight, Extra, Access Hollywood, as well as in the pages of Time Magazine and Sports Illustrated.
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42: Steven Pressfield | Why Talent Doesn’t Matter / How to Overcome Resistance
November 10, 2020 18:52 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBWant to overcome resistance and start achieving? Steven Pressfieldshares how to unlock your potential and bust through the obstacles holding you back. He’s the bestselling author of The War of Art, Turning Pro, and The Legend of Bagger Vance. I’m such a big fan of Steven and his books, I was honored to have him on the podcast. This episode will help you build tenacity and inspire you to keep going. On this episode... Steven shares how for30 years people told himhewas a bum –now they fina...
41: Tracy Litt | Rise Into Your Power, Purpose, and Potential
October 27, 2020 19:18 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBTracy helps people rise up into their power, purpose and potential using Rapid Transformation Therapy (RTT). In this episode she shares how to change your life and become the best version of yourself. Dan “Nitro” Clark also shares his thoughts on RTT after Tracy put him through an RTT session and discusses if it’s something you should consider. On this episode Meet Tracy Litt, a certified mindset coach, best-selling author, Rapid Transformational Therapist(RTT), and awe-inspiring spe...
40: Dan Millman | Way of the Peaceful Warrior
October 15, 2020 19:19 - 53 minutes - 38 MBDan Millman is the best-selling author of The Way of the Peaceful Warrior and 17 other books. When I first started The Gladiator Way, I had a vision for the type of guests I wanted on the show. Dan Millman is one of those mentors. His books helped shaped me as a young man. He is one of the spiritual giants in our world today. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/40
39: Stephen Scoggins | Bestselling Author & Motivational Speaker
September 27, 2020 03:26 - 43 minutes - 30.8 MBStephen Scoggins, a bestselling author, an award winning multi-million-dollar entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, shares his journey from running a business from the back of a borrowed car, to a $40 million empire that employs 380 people. And how to go from stuck to unstoppable. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/39
38: David Emerson Frost | Certified Fitness Master Trainer, Author, Adjunct Professor
September 03, 2020 22:27 - 44 minutes - 31.8 MBDavid Emerson Frost, a certified Fitness Master Trainer, rowing champion, a decorated NAVY veteran and award-winning adjunct professor sits down with Dan “Nitro” Clark today. They dive into Dave’s KABOOMER book and the keys to staying fit, happy and healthy for Baby boomers. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/38
37: Daphne de Marneffe, PhD | Clinical Psychologist & Author
August 25, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 33.8 MBClinical psychologist Dr Daphne de Marneffe, PhD. drops in to share strategies, tools and coping mechanisms to help you thrive both personally and in your relationships during the COVID 19 pandemic. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/37
36: Tyler Hamilton | Tyler Hamilton Gold medalist & Tour de France Rider
August 13, 2020 16:40 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBOn today’s show Dan “Nitro” Clark talks with cycling legend Tyler Hamilton. They discuss what it’s like trying to be the best in the world at something, doping in cycling, and the true cost of winning. Tyler also dishes on motivation and how to grind through pain, the guilt of cheating, and how he finally found happiness. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/36
35: George Mumford | The “Mental Mojo” coach for MJ, Kobe, and the Championship Bulls and Lakers
July 24, 2020 16:48 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBOn today’s show Dan “Nitro” Clark talks with George Mumford, the Mindfulness coach for MJ, Kobe, and the Championship Bulls and Lakers. In this episode George dishes on the mental aspect to championship performance and how you can achieve it, regardless of your sport or skill level. He also goes deep into getting off drugs, finding a better way to live with love and compassion. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/35
34: Simone Bienne | Sex and Relationship Therapist & Transformational NLP Coach
July 15, 2020 02:47 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBOn today’s show Dan “Nitro” Clark talks about SEX with British sex therapist and transformational NLP coach, Simone Bienne. Dan was looking for an easy “paint the by the numbers” approach, but apparently sex is complicated. In this episode Simone shares tips and strategies for better sex and a better life. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/34
33: Dan “Nitro” Clark | Discussing Racism, Inequality and Black Lives Matter
June 24, 2020 17:22 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBIn today’s episode, Dan “Nitro” Clark sits down with two of his lifelong friends, Mel Black and Frank McFadden, to discuss racial inequality, social injustice and George Floyd. The purpose of this episode was for Dan to get a deeper understanding from two of his best friends on their experience growing up African American in the USA. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/33
32: Bonnie St. John | Olympic Athlete - Rhode Scholar - 7x Author
June 08, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBNamed “One of the 5 most inspiring woman in America” by NBC news, Bonnie was first African-America ever to win medals in the Winter Paralympics. She graduated magna cum laude from Harvard, earned a Rhodes Scholarship, served as the director of the White House National Economic Council, and is a bestselling author of 7 books. On this episode Bonnie we dive into the principles, strategies and tactics of micro-resilience, and explore how a 5-year-old amputee ends up winning Olympic skiing med...
31: Camille Leblanc-Bazinet | The “Fittest Woman on Earth” Talks Motivation - Championship Mindset - Training and Motherhood.
May 27, 2020 16:08 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn today’s episode, former CrossFit professional athlete, Camille Leblanc-Bazinet, shares tools, tips and strategies that helped her become “The Fittest Woman on Earth,” build a successful business, and maintain a thriving marriage. By striving to leave people better than she found them, obtaining her degree in chemical engineering, and becoming a world champion, Camille truly embodies the Gladiator Way. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/31
30: Dave Lipson | Former Professional Baseball Player - Founder of Thundrbro Training System
May 20, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 32.9 MBDave “Thundrbro” Lipson sits down with Dan this week. They do a deep dive into what it takes to pack on muscle, lose body fat and transform your body. Dave has a background in professional baseball strength and conditioning. He’s known as the trainer’s trainer and has also trained entertainment celebrities, professional MLB and NFL athlete and Crossfit Games champions Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/30
29: Dr Joshua Partnow | COVID-19 Advice from an ER Doctor on the Frontline
May 11, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBDr. Joshua Partnow, an ER Doctor in Los Angeles at a hospital with one of highest number of COVID 19 cases in California, sits down with Dan this week. They do a deep dive into what it’s like on the frontlines battling COVID, what you can expect if you come in for a test, why COVID is extremely different than the flu, the biggest mistake you’re making when wearing a mask, travel advice, getting back to the gym, best practices to keep you safe and much, much more. Show notes at https://glad...
28: Dr Jeff Spencer | Former Olympian - Founder of Championship Blueprint
April 30, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 36.6 MBOn this episode Dan sits down with Dr. Jeff Spencer. Jeff is a former Olympian and over the last 40 years has worked with some of our generation’s most successful icons: Tiger Woods, U2, Richard Branson, 40 Olympic Gold medalist, just to name a few. In this episode shares how to build a championship mindset. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/28
27: Mary Maddux | World-Renowned Meditation Teacher
April 16, 2020 17:06 - 44 minutes - 31.6 MBOn this episode Dan sits down with meditation teacher Mary Maddux. Mary has been meditating for over 40 years and has worked with thousands of people worldwide. She is also the co-creator of the uber-popular Mediation Oasis podcast and apps. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/27
26: Amy Van Slambrook | How to Thrive in Uncertain Times
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 28.6 MBOn this episode Dan sits down with licensed psychotherapist and certified workplace coach to go over strategies, tips and tools on how to not only survive but thrive during crisis. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/26
25: Barry Shore | The Godfather of Joy
March 26, 2020 04:00 - 52 minutes - 37 MBOn this episode Dan sits down with Barry Shore, the Godfather of Joy. Barry woke up at 55 years of age, completely paralyzed. Barry shares how he went from paralyzed to being the Godfather of Joy whose “Smile Now” movement is being embraced globally and by celebrities like Oprah, Wayne Dyer and Matthew McConaughey. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/
24: Dr. Sam Bakhtiar | Setting Goals, Making Money & Overcoming Tough Times
March 02, 2020 08:00 - 42 minutes - 40.7 MBOn this episode Dan talks with Dr. Sam Bakhtiar. Sam is a doctor, CEO, author, world-class bodybuilder, and multi-millionaire entrepreneur. He runs a fitness franchising business, The Camp Transformation Center, with 110 locations and two different supplement and nutrition companies. Show notes at https://gladiatorway.com/24
23: The Gladiator and The Geek
January 15, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 14.5 MBOn this episode Dan sits down in the studio with Producer Jason DeFillippo to discuss the holidays and how they had vastly different experiences. Dan and Jason share tips and tricks on how to handle depression during the holidays that translate into every area of your life. They also discuss the books they read over the break and talk about what lay ahead for the show in 2020. Show notes at https://calmthebeast.com/23
22: Dan Clark | The Mind Pump Interview
January 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 33.5 MBSal, Adam & Justin from The Mind Pump podcast interview Dan on this episode. Dan shares some fascinating stories from his past such as how Dan found ways to become bigger, faster, stronger on the outside after a tragic event in his early life, his introduction to steroids, how he finds the beauty in his scars, and how he became “Nitro” on American Gladiators plus many more. Show notes at https://calmthebeast.com/22
21: Tim Storey | Life Coach to the Stars, Acclaimed Author, Motivational Speaker
December 18, 2019 21:24 - 54 minutes - 25.9 MBTim Storey is an acclaimed author, life coach and motivational speaker who has shared his inspiring words in 70 countries and written nine books. Tim has helped guide people, including many celebrities, through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. In this episode Tim reveals how to move forward when your situation seems insurmountable. And how to turn a setback into a comeback. In this episode... Tim and Dan share their most inspirational prayers and stories of loss and recover...
20: Dr. Belisa Vranich | Breathing for Better Performance, Life, & Sex
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 31.5 MBDr Belisa Vranich, is a leading expert in mental health and fitness, and the author of Breathe: The Simple, Revolutionary 14-Day Program to Improve your Mental and Physical Health. She is a regular guest on Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. Being a former pro athlete, Crossfitter, and a yoga guy who has been meditating for years, I thought I knew how to breathe. After reading her Belisa’s book, and interviewing her, I realized that I still had a lot to learn. Listen ...
19: Misty Diaz | Adaptive Athlete, Influencer, Role Model.
December 03, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 26.1 MBMisty Diaz has completed more than 200 obstacle and endurance races – but when she was born, doctors never thought she’d walk. Diaz has a severe form of spina bifida, a birth defect that kept her spine from developing properly. By her mid-20s, the pain and exhaustion of 28 surgeries left her depressed and addicted to opioids. In this episode Misty shares the journey from not being able to look in the mirror, to running over 200 races, to starring in a lipstick campaign with billboards in T...
18: Bobby Castro | From Busboy to $300 Million
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 20.9 MBBobby Castro’s story is the epitome of American dream. With only a 9th grade education he incredibly wound up building and selling his company worth $1 billion. Tune into this episode to hear how he made it all happen. IN THIS EPISODE: Bobby shares his humble beginnings as one of eleven children. The advice his mom gave him that he uses every day to help him stay grounded as he grew from broke to $300 million. You'll learn Bobby's "Non-Refundable Minutes" principle and why you must ...
17: Mo Gawdat | Chief Business Officer, Google X / How to Engineer Your Happiness
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBIN THIS EPISODE Mo Gawdat is the former Chief Business Officer for Google [X], the division of Google responsible for moonshots like the self-driving car and worldwide WiFi delivered by balloons. After the unexpected death of his son, Ali, Mo went on a journey on how to engineer happiness as a way to process his grief. He shares what he learned in his bestselling book, “Solve for Happy.” This episode was profound. Mo Gawdat shares so many well thought out tips and tools on happiness an...
16: Arianne Zucker | The Art of Keeping Your Dignity in a Crisis
November 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBThree-time Emmy-nominated Days of Our Lives star Arianne Zucker, who also happens to be the actress featured in the leaked Trump/Billy Bush video, joins Dan to talk about what a crisis can teach us about resilience and creating hope from chaos. Ari dishes on how she got into show business as a teenager and landed the iconic role of Nicole Walker on NBC’s hit daytime drama, plus: How her initial acting goal was to make enough money to pay for veterinary school. The lesson her brother Tod...
15: Sarah Hiner | How the Healthcare System Doesn’t Want You Healthy
November 05, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 29.9 MBDan interviews Sarah Hiner, a health and wellness expert and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., about how to navigate a healthcare system that doesn’t want you healthy. In this wide-ranging conversation, they dive into parenting tips, whether anger and rage lead to illness, and how to advocate for yourself during a hospital visit. How health care industry doesn’t want you healthy, because they make money by you being sick. Critical information that you need to know if you ever go in the hospital t...
14: Ben Angel | Bestselling Author - Bio-hacker
October 29, 2019 07:00 - 59 minutes - 30.8 MBBen Angel is the bestselling author of the groundbreaking new book, "Unstoppable" that introduces a revolutionary new approach to understanding depression, anxiety, and stress through the lens of neuroscience, psychology and biohacking. In this episode Ben shares how in 2017 he became severely depressed, experienced crippling brain fog and fatigue, then went on a mission to biohack his way back to health by interviewing the world's top neuroscientists, doctors, and biohackers. Ben tells t...
13: Dr Patti Johnson | Therapist & Anxiety Expert
October 22, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBDr. Patti Johnson is marriage and family therapist who specializes in anxiety relief. She is also the creator of EmMa, the emotional manager for anxiety app. In this episode, tips and tools to manage anxiety, how to stay grounded in an increasingly turbulent world, sprinkled with communication blunders that blow up relationships. The difference between anxiety and stress and why anxiety is becoming such an epidemic today. Where does anxiety come from? The biological response in the b...
12: Hunter McIntyre | 6x Obstacle Course Racing World Champion - Wildcard Crossfit Games Athlete - Sport’s Illustrated Top 50 Fittest Athletes
October 15, 2019 19:22 - 1 hour - 52 MBHunter McIntyre – Hunter is a 6x Obstacle Course Racing World Champion, a 3x Steve Austin’s Broken Skull Ranch Champion, and a 2x Tough Mudder X Champion, a Crossfit Games Competitor, and one of Sport’s Illustrated Top 50 fittest Athletes. In this episode, the journey from troubled teen to pro athlete, difference between obstacle course racing and Crossfit, training routines and much more. IN THIS EPISODE Hunter recounts his path from troubled teen to a professional athlete. As...
11: Zap and Ice | American Gladiators - Fitness Icons
October 08, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBRaye Hollit (ZAP) and Lori Fetrick (ICE) are former American Gladiators/Fitness Icons. In this candid episode Zap and Ice pull the curtain back and share their favorite/worst moments on the show, the brutality of being a female Gladiator, the joy of fame, and the shock of real life afterward. Raye and Lori tell the story of how they both got on the show and the glory of standing in front of a sold-out audience at Madison Square Garden. Their favorite Gladiator event. And the worst Gladi...
10: Anthony Trucks | Former NFL Player - Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker
October 01, 2019 07:00 - 57 minutes - 49 MBAnthony Trucks is a former NFL player, Bestselling Author, turned keynote speaker. In this episode Anthony shares his traumatic experience growing up as a foster child, to dealing with racial identity struggles as a black boy who was ultimately adopted by a white family, to triumphantly making it to the NFL. He then recounts the heart break of a career ending injury, to getting divorced when he found out his wife was having an affair – and how reclaimed his identity, why he remarried h...
09: Mind Pump | Exposing the RAW TRUTH about Health, Fitness and Nutrition
September 24, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBDan does a deep dive with Mind Pump Podcast hosts, Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer and Justin Andrews. They share the best practices, tips and mistakes they’ve made as personal trainers, gym owners, and competitors over the last 20 years. They discuss everything from which diet and workout routines are best, easy ways to get started, to the number one fitness mistake, all the way to fecal transplants (say what?!). Mind Pump is an online radio show/podcast that with over 1 million downloads a mo...
08: Jen Widerstrom | NBC’s Biggest Loser Coach - Bestselling Author - American Gladiator
September 17, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBIn this episode Jen Widerstrom, bestselling author, TV star known for her big-hearted training style on NBC’s Biggest Loser shares the secret sauce behind personal transformation and why some people succeed and others struggle. Jen tells the story of how she got to Los Angeles to star on the reboot or American Gladiators and how that lead to her breakout role on NBC’s Biggest Loser. Jen shares her belief that weight gain is always a byproduct of something else going on in your life. Losi...
07: Jordan Harbinger | The Larry King of Podcasting - Communication & Social Dynamics Expert
September 10, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBIn this episode Jordan Harbinger, the “Larry King of Podcasting,” recounts his journey – from losing everything when his business was pulled out from underneath him and having to start over to, 18 months later, triumphantly rising back to the top. Jordan also shares the top tips and strategies he’s learned from interviewing some of the most successful people on earth. Jordan shares how he lost everything in a contract dispute with his partners and had to start over at ground zero with n...
06: Bill Wooditch | 100 Million Dollar Man - WSJ Bestselling Author - Speaker
September 04, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode Bill shares his journey from punching holes in wood for $3.25 an hour after high school to owning a company that does $100 million dollars in sales annually. Along they way, he shares tips and tools on motivation and how to deal with rejection and why leaving a legacy is so important. Bill shares how her he went from working in a factory making $3.25 after high school. It was in that moment he saw his future and new he wanted to become more. How to overcome being a slo...
05: Cayla Craft | Self Made Millionaire - Mother of 3 - Lifestyle Entrepreneur
August 27, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 23.4 MBCayla Craft is a mom of 3, self-made millionaire and lifestyle entrepreneur who helps women pursue their passion of owning a business. She is a bestselling author, has appeared on FOX, NBC, and hosts a Top 100 Podcast “Mommy Millionaire.” In this episode Cayla shares her amazing journey from lying in the hospital at age 19 with ulcers due to stress, stuck in a toxic relationship and unable to pay her bills, to 6 years later, being financially independent, happily married, and healthy in mi...
04: Dr. Ish Major | Relationship Expert - Board Certified Psychiatrist
August 20, 2019 07:00 - 48 minutes - 23.8 MBDr. Ish Major is relationship guru featured on WE tv’s Marriage Bootcamp who helps men and women navigate their way through the dating jungle. He’s also a board-certified psychiatrist and addiction expert that is a frequent guest on the Today Show. In this episode we jump right into how to keep on your “A” game when it comes to relationships. Dan shares some of his relationship mishaps and gets psychologized by Dr. Ish. The show takes a hard turn into addiction and possible treatments as...
03: Cheryl Brost | 8x CrossFit Games Athlete, Mother of 2, and Successful Entrepreneur
August 13, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 22 MBToday I sit down with Cheryl Brost, a 48-year-old, 2x CrossFit Games Champion, 10x CrossFit Games qualifier, mother of two who is also a successful entrepreneur, business owner, wife and coach. We dive into how she gets it all done. Cheryl also shares training, scheduling and parenting tips, along with simple advice on how to make a comeback after a setback and stay motivated. On this episode… When the internet and social media are good. Cheryl dishes on what’s it’s like being a strong...
02: Matt Beals | Air Force Fighter Pilot and 4x Crossfit Games Athlete
August 06, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 22.1 MBMatt Beals is a former Air Force fighter pilot and the youngest fighter pilot in Desert Storm. He taught and trained fighter pilots for over 25 years and was also a solo stunt pilot for the famous Air Force Thunderbird demonstration team and performed at over 250 shows across the United States. If that's not enough, he’s also a 4x Crossfit Games athlete. In this episode we discuss how to win the war against nerves and anxiety and the most effective ways to prepare for a successful mission wh...
01: Nick Stern | The Power of Making the Mission First
July 30, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 19.1 MBNick Stern is a serial entrepreneur, longevity expert, and co-founder of the popular superfood brand SUNWARRIOR. Nick shares the devastation from losing everything in the real estate crash in 2008 and how he turned his fortunes around. He also reveals the one decision that made all the difference in his success. Dan wonders if losing everything can perhaps be the best thing that happens to a person. The two talk about a new definition of success and how to achieve it. On this episode Nick...
Welcome to Calm the Beast
July 15, 2019 18:04 - 13 minutes - 7.9 MBIn this episode you learn all about Dan "Nitro" Clark's origin story from Japan to California to Vietnam where his older brother died in his arms when Dan was 10, which started a long decline into substance abuse before finding fame in Hollywood. But there was still something broken inside that all the success couldn't fix. It wasn't until he healed those wounds could he finally find happiness and lead a fulfilling life. In Calm the Beast, Dan interviews some of the most amazing people...
Welcome to The Gladiator Way
July 15, 2019 18:04 - 3 minutes - 2.49 MBHosted by Dan “Nitro” Clark, former American Gladiator, NFL player, bestselling author, speaker, fitness fanatic and heart attack survivor. The goal of The Gladiator Way is to share inspiring stories from the most brilliant minds in health, fitness, entrepreneurship, psychology, entertainment and spirituality to help you Commit, Crush, Conquer and "Nitro Up" your life to unleash your best and most authentic self. You’ll love Dan’s easygoing, conversational style as he digs in deep with gue...