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In Search Of Excellence

155 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 83 ratings

We all have dreams of being successful and achieving excellence in our lives. But we inevitably experience resistance, challenges, and obstacles in the pursuit of our dreams. In Search of Excellence provides us with the inspiration we need to overcome these obstacles and accomplish our goals. In Search of Excellence takes us through the stories, routes, and strategies of people from hundreds of different backgrounds who have achieved excellence in both their professional and personal lives. Guest features include Sharon Stone, Kevin O'Leary, Sammy Hagar, Lara Logan, Sam Zell, and many more.

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Flex Lewis: The Gym Rat’s Road to Riches – Bench Presses, Business Plans, and Brand Building | E108

April 16, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is the incredible Flex Lewis. Flex is a serial entrepreneur, coach, motivational speaker, and one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. He has won 7 consecutive Mr. Olympia titles. He's also the co-owner of Arsenal, strength gym equipment, the fastest-growing fitness equipment company in the world, and the owner of the famous Dragon's Lair Gym in Las Vegas. 01:21 - Joe Gold recruiting Flex Lewis and living with John ...

Flex Lewis Unfiltered Interview: Training Motivation, Workouts & Bodybuilding for Mr. Olympia | E107

April 04, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is the incredible Flex Lewis. Flex is a serial entrepreneur, coach, motivational speaker, and one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. He has won 7 consecutive Mr. Olympia titles. He's also the co-owner of Arsenal, strength gym equipment, the fastest-growing fitness equipment company in the world and the owner of the famous Dragon's Lair Gym in Las Vegas.   Time stamps: 00:55 Flex’s family and background Grew up ...

Arik Armstead: Jacksonville Jaguars & How to Spend Your First NFL Check | 106

March 26, 2024 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

You're listening to part two of my awesome conversation with Arik Armstead. Arik is a star defensive lineman NFL football player for the San Francisco 49ers and a dedicated philanthropist. He has been nominated for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for four consecutive seasons, recognizing his on-field excellence and impactful community work.   Time stamps: 00:58 The first contract Got a 3-million-dollar check Bought a house for his parents   05:08 Managing money and votin...

Arik Armstead: Jacksonville Jaguars & How to Spend Your First NFL Check | E106

March 26, 2024 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

You're listening to part two of my awesome conversation with Arik Armstead. Arik is a star defensive lineman NFL football player for the San Francisco 49ers and a dedicated philanthropist. He has been nominated for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for four consecutive seasons, recognizing his on-field excellence and impactful community work.   Time stamps: 00:58 The first contract Got a 3-million-dollar check Bought a house for his parents   05:08 Managing money and votin...

Arik Armstead: Jacksonville Jaguars & Developing a Winning Mindset With NFL Football | E105

March 19, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! My guest today is my good friend Arik Armstead. Arik is a star defensive lineman NFL football player for the San Francisco 49ers and a dedicated philanthropist. He has been nominated for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for four consecutive seasons, recognizing his on-field excellence and impactful community work. In this episode, we are talking about Arik’s remarkable transition from little league rejection to NFL Man of the Year nominee, hi...

Arik Armstead: The Winning Mindset That Schools and the NFL Won't Teach You! | E105

March 19, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! My guest today is my good friend Arik Armstead. Arik is a star defensive lineman NFL football player for the San Francisco 49ers and a dedicated philanthropist. He has been nominated for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for four consecutive seasons, recognizing his on-field excellence and impactful community work. In this episode, we are talking about Arik’s remarkable transition from little league rejection to NFL Man of the Year nominee, hi...

Danielle Vasinova: Making It in Hollywood: Ups, Downs, and Lessons Learned | E104

March 12, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! You're listening to part two of my awesome conversation with Danielle Vasinova, an actor, producer, entrepreneur, avid equestrian, and drummer. If you haven't yet listened to part one yet, be sure to check it out first. Danielle is talking about the realities of pursuing a career in Hollywood, the life of aspiring actor and their struggles, her personal near-death experience, and the importance of preparation and creating your own destiny. Tune in for no...

Danielle Vasinova: Making It in Hollywood: Ups, Downs, and Lessons Learned | 104

March 12, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! You're listening to part two of my awesome conversation with Danielle Vasinova, an actor, producer, entrepreneur, avid equestrian, and drummer. If you haven't yet listened to part one yet, be sure to check it out first. Danielle is talking about the realities of pursuing a career in Hollywood, the life of aspiring actor and their struggles, her personal near-death experience, and the importance of preparation and creating your own destiny. Tune in for no...

Daniel Vasinova: How a Shy Farm Girl Became a Hollywood Star | 103

March 05, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Welcome to another episode In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Danielle Vasinova. Danielle is an actor, model, producer, entrepreneur, avid equestrian, and drummer, she has been in more than 50 movies and TV shows and is best known for her colorful action-adventure rolls. And she has graced the cover of many magazines, including Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar.  In this episode, Danielle shares her story of overcoming shyness through cheerleading, starting a modeling career, and landing h...

Danielle Vasinova: How a Shy Farm Girl Became a Hollywood Star | E103

March 05, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Welcome to another episode In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Danielle Vasinova. Danielle is an actor, model, producer, entrepreneur, avid equestrian, and drummer, she has been in more than 50 movies and TV shows and is best known for her colorful action-adventure rolls. And she has graced the cover of many magazines, including Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar.  In this episode, Danielle shares her story of overcoming shyness through cheerleading, starting a modeling career, and landing h...

Danielle Vasinova: How a Shy Farm Girl Became a Hollywood Star | 103

March 05, 2024 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Welcome to another episode In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Danielle Vasinova. Danielle is an actor, model, producer, entrepreneur, avid equestrian, and drummer, she has been in more than 50 movies and TV shows and is best known for her colorful action-adventure rolls. And she has graced the cover of many magazines, including Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar.  In this episode, Danielle shares her story of overcoming shyness through cheerleading, starting a modeling career, and landing h...

Joe De Sena: Every Man Dies, Not Every Man Lives | E102

February 27, 2024 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! You're listening to part two of my awesome conversation with Joe De Sena, the CEO of the global fitness and wellness brand Spartan, which has a community of more than 10 million athletes around the world. If you haven't yet listened to part one of my conversation with Joe, be sure to check that one out first. In this part, Joe shares his incredible story of perseverance, the importance of mentorship, and how pushing your limits can lead to extreme success...

Joe De Sena: Life Lessons That A Mafia Boss Taught Him About Business | E101

February 20, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

My guest today is Joe de Sena, a serial entrepreneur, ultra-marathoner, endurance athlete, motivational speaker, and self-described maniac. For the past 17 years, Joe has been the CEO of the global fitness and wellness brand Spartan, which has a community of more than 10 million athletes around the world. Joe is the host of the CNBC primetime show, No Retreat business boot camp, and a New York Times bestselling author of four books, Spartan Up, Spartan Fit, The Spartan Way, and his latest, ...

Jessica Berman: The Future of Women’s Soccer | E100

February 13, 2024 15:00 - 45 minutes - 32 MB

Today, we continue the amazing conversation with Jessica Berman – the commissioner of the NWSL! She addresses the disparity in pay between male and female athletes, outlining the steps needed to achieve pay equity and grow women's sport which will drive unprecedented growth in the NWSL. Her dedication and strategic vision to continue shaping the future of women's sports is relentless. Success is not just about achieving goals but also about embracing vulnerability, building resilience, and ...

Jessica Berman: A New Playbook for Women in Sports | E99

February 06, 2024 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Today, our guest is Jessica Berman, the Commissioner of the National Women's Soccer League, a trailblazing executive in professional sports. With a history of transformative leadership, she played a pivotal role in the growth of women's soccer. From Deputy Commissioner of the National Lacrosse League to her impactful years at the NHL, Jessica has consistently broken barriers. Jessica attended Fordham Law School, interning with the NFL during her studies. She later worked at Proskauer Rose,...

Sean O’Malley: The Next Conor McGregor | E98

January 30, 2024 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Welcome to Part Two of my interview with Sugar Sean O’Malley, the UFC bantamweight champion of the world, who everybody believes is the next Conor McGregor. Sean pulls back the curtain on his life inside and outside the cage, from balancing training for his next title defense with fatherhood to the brand deals making him a millionaire, plus his unconventional views on love and relationships. Tune in for more! Time stamps: 00:38 Sean’s training regiment Red light, cold plunge, PMF machine...

Sean O’Malley: The Next Connor McGregor | E98

January 30, 2024 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Welcome to In Serch of Excellence and the second part of my interview with the amazing Sugar Sean O’Malley, the UFC bantamweight champion of the world with a 17-in-one record, who everybody believes is the next Conor McGregor. Sean pulls back the curtain on his life inside and outside the cage, from balancing training for his next title defense with fatherhood to the brand deals making him a millionaire, plus his unconventional views on love and relationships. Tune in for more! Time stamps...

Sean O'Malley: Becoming the UFC Bantamweight Champion | E97

January 23, 2024 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

My guest today is Sugar Sean O'Malley, the UFC bantamweight champion of the world with a 17-in-one record, who everybody believes is the next Connor McGregor.   He opens up about his meteoric rise from amateur fighter in Helena, Montana to one of the sport's biggest stars, detailing his path from early knockout victories to inking a deal on Dana White's Contender Series and ultimately becoming the champion.   Time stamps: 01:23 Sean’s background - Grew up in Helena, Montana - His dad was a...

Jesse Itzler: Be A Participant, Not A Spectator In Life | E96

January 16, 2024 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Welcome to part two of In Search of Excellence episode with the amazing Jesse Itzler. Jesse is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold five companies including Marquis Jet and ZICO Coconut Water. He is an Emmy Award winner, a former rapper and former manager of Run DMC, a globally recognized keynote speaker, and a part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks NBA basketball team. He's also a passionate endurance athlete who has run more than 35,000 miles over the last 25 years, including 50+ marath...

Jesse Itzler: Be A Participant, Not A Spectator In Life | EP 96

January 16, 2024 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Welcome to part two of In Search of Excellence episode with the amazing Jesse Itzler. Jesse is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold five companies including Marquis Jet and ZICO Coconut Water. He is an Emmy Award winner, a former rapper and former manager of Run DMC, a globally recognized keynote speaker, and a part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks NBA basketball team. He's also a passionate endurance athlete who has run more than 35,000 miles over the last 25 years, including 50+ marath...

Jesse Itzler: From Making Jingles To A Creating a $5-Billion-Dollar Company | E95

January 09, 2024 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is the amazing Jesse Itzler. Jesse is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold five companies, including Marquis Jet and Zico Coconut Water. He is an Emmy Award winner, a former rapper and former manager of Run DMC, a globally recognized keynote speaker, and a part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks NBA basketball team. He's also a passionate endurance athlete who has run more than 35,000 miles over the last 25 years, includ...

Martin Luther King III: Who Really Assassinated Martin Luther King? | E94

January 02, 2024 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! This is the second part of an amazing episode with Martin Luther King III, a human rights activist, advocate, and philanthropist. He is the oldest son and the oldest living child of the civil rights icons, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King.   For the past five decades, Martin has continued his parents’ legacy by dedicating his life to equality, social justice, and nonviolent activism, and is honored that activism through his dedication to h...

Martin Luther King III: The Dream Lives On – Honoring MLK Jr.’s Legacy | E93

December 26, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Martin Luther King III, a human rights activist, advocate, and philanthropist. He is the oldest son and the oldest living child of the civil rights icons, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King.   For the past five decades, Martin has continued his parents’ legacy by dedicating his life to equality, social justice, and nonviolent activism, and is honored that activism through his dedication to human rights, voting access, gun v...

Ian Boggs: How To Get 30 Million Followers | E92

December 19, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MB

Welcome to the second part of In Search of Excellence episode with my amazing guest, Ian Boggs. Ian is one of the most successful influencers of all time. He has more than 30 million followers on YouTube, Tik Tok, Snap, and Instagram. His videos have been viewed more than 30 billion times. Learn about his first million, the importance of having passion in what you do, his plans for the future, and the struggles he had with his mental health. Tune in to hear more from this incredible young m...

Ian Boggs: How I Created Viral Videos with 30 Billion Views | E91

December 12, 2023 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is an incredible young man, Ian Boggs. Ian is one of the most successful influencers of all time. He has more than 30 million followers on YouTube, TikTok, Snap, and Instagram. His videos have been viewed more than 30 billion times. Tune in to hear Ian talking about his childhood, education, and his journey from dreaming about being a doctor to becoming one of the most successful influencers online. Find out how he starte...

Luc Robitaille: Playing With Wayne Gretzky And Lifting The Stanley Cup | E90

December 05, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Welcome to part 2 of In Search of Excellence episode with a good friend of mine, Luc Robitaille! Luke is an NHL Hall of Famer and the highest-scoring left winger in NHL history, with 668 goals over his 19-season career. In his first year in the league, Luc won the Calder Trophy as Rookie of the Year and then went on to become the only left wing in NHL history to record 8 consecutive 40-goal seasons. Luc played 8 all-star games, won a Stanley Cup as a player with the awesome Detroit Red Win...

Luc Robitaille: From "Too Slow" To NHL Hall Of Fame | E89

November 28, 2023 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search for Excellence! My guest today is my good friend Luc Robitaille! Luc is an NHL Hall of Famer who as a 19-year-old teenager went from being drafted in the 9th round (171st overall) to becoming the highest-scoring left winger in NHL history, with 668 goals over his 19-season career. In his first year in the league, Luc won the Calder Trophy as Rookie of the Year and then went on to become the only left wing in NHL history to record 8 consecutive 40-goal...

Amberly Lago: Turning Pain into Purpose by Helping Others Heal | E88

November 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Welcome to part 2 of our amazing conversation with Amberly Lago. Amberly is a peak performance coach, TEDx speaker, top 1% podcast host, motivational speaker, and a leading expert in the field of resilience, transformation, and health and wellness. She is also the bestselling author of the book True Grit and Grace, and the founder of Unstoppable Life Mastermind. Amberly has an incredible life story and she is sharing pure gold advice on how to overcome life challenges, how to deal with trau...

Amberly Lago: Triumph Over Trauma | E87

November 14, 2023 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.8 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is the incredible Amberly Lago. When Amber was 38 years old, she was hit by an SUV while riding her Harley-Davidson motorcycle. When she woke up from a coma, she learned that she had a 1% chance of saving her leg from being amputated. After the accident, she was diagnosed with an incurable nerve disease, lost her business, fell into a deep depression, and became an alcoholic. Today Amberly is a peak performance coach, TE...

Mat Ishbia: Dream Big Then Make It Happen | E86

November 07, 2023 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! This is part 2 of our fascinating conversation with Mat Ishbia! Mat is the Chairman and CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, the largest wholesale mortgage lender in the United States, which had a $931.9 million net income in 2022. Mat owns 71% of the company shares that are worth $5.9 billion, which places Mat at 156 on the Forbes 400 in early 2023. Mat and his brother Justin bought a majority stake in the NBA, Phoenix Suns and WNBA, Phoenix Mercury. Mat ...

Mat Ishbia: From Basketball To Billion-Dollar Business | E85

October 31, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence! We are happy to have Mat Ishbia as our guest today! Mat is the Chairman and CEO of the United Wholesale Mortgage, the largest wholesale mortgage lender in the United States, which had a $931.9 million net income in 2022. Mat owns 71% of the company shares that are worth $5.9 billion, which places Mat at 156 on the Forbes 400 in early 2023.   Mat and his brother Justin bought a majority stake in the NBA, Phoenix Suns, and WNBA, Phoenix Mercury. Mat was a m...

Ben Johns: The Path To Greatness And Keys To Pickleball Success | E84

October 24, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 28.4 MB

You're listening to part 2 of the incredible conversation with Ben Johns, the number one pickleball player in the world and the greatest player of all time.  On the business side, Ben is a co-founder of Pickleball Getaways, a vacation travel company, and the co-founder of Pickleball 360, an online instructional video subscription service. If you haven't yet listened to part one, be sure to check that one out first. Time stamps: 00:58 Winning his first US Open Ben wasn’t expecting to win...

Ben Johns: The Greatest Pickleball Player Of All Time | E83

October 17, 2023 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! Our amazing guest is Ben Johns, the greatest pickleball player of all time. He has been the No.1 player in the world in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles for most of the last 3 years. On the business side, Ben is a co-founder of Pickleball Getaways, a vacation travel company that arranges pickleball vacations to Mexico, Portugal, Croatia, and other sunny locations. He is also the co-founder of Pickleball 360, an online instructional v...

Brandi Love: The Impact Of OnlyFans On The Adult Entertainment Industry | E82

October 10, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Welcome to Part 2 of my amazing episode of In Search of Excellence with Brandi Love! Brandi has starred in more than 800 movies and her videos have been streamed more than a billion times. She has been nominated for and won 12 adult industry awards and is the author of the book Getting Wild Sex from Your Conservative Woman. She is also the owner of Traffic Stop Media and a real estate business together with her husband that renovates distressed properties. We discuss her strategies for suc...

Brandi Love: Building A Career In Adult Entertainment | E81

October 03, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Brandi Love, one of the most famous and successful adult film actresses of all time. She has starred in more than 800 movies and her videos have been streamed more than a billion times. She has been nominated for and won 12 adult industry awards and is the author of the book Getting Wild Sex from Your Conservative Woman. She is also the owner of Traffic Stop Media and a real estate business together with her husband th...

Joe Mansueto: "If It's Easy, It Would Already Be Done" | E80

September 26, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Welcome to the second part of our interview with the amazing Joe Mansueto.  Joe is the founder and former CEO of Morningstar, a financial services and investment research firm that is one of the most recognized companies in finance. It provides investment research and investment management services to many millions of people around the world.  If you haven't yet listened to part one, be sure to check that one out first  00:55 The importance of parental support Joe’s dad was buying saving...

Joe Mansueto: Founder Of Morningstar And Self-Made Billionaire | E79

September 19, 2023 14:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Joe is the founder and former CEO of Morningstar, a financial services and investment research firm that is one of the most recognized companies in finance. It provides investment research and investment management services to many millions of people around the world.  Morningstar has a market value of $10.6 billion and Joe earned his spot on the Forbes 400 with a reported net worth of $5.6 billion.  Joe also owns magazines Inc. and Fast Company, as well as two professional soccer teams – ...

Tony Capuano: The Non-Negotiables In Business | E78

September 12, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Welcome to the second part of our interview with the incredible Tony Capuano, the President and CEO of Marriott International.   Tony is the President and CEO of Marriott International, the world's largest hospitality company with nearly 8,600 properties in 139 countries and over 31 brands, including JW Marriott, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, Westin Hotels and Resorts, and Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, among many others. Marriott also has the travel in...

Tony Capuano: CEO Of The World’s Largest Hospitality Company | E77

September 05, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence. It’s a true pleasure to have Tony Capuano as our guest today! Tony is the President and CEO of Marriott International, the world's largest hospitality company with nearly 8,600 properties in 139 countries and over 31 brands, including JW Marriott, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, BVLGARI Hotels & Resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, Westin Hotels, and Resorts and Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, among many others. Marriott also has the travel industry's la...

Jason Belmonte: Tuning Out Haters And Tuning In To Supporters | E76

August 29, 2023 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

Welcome to part two of my amazing conversation with Jason Belmonte, the greatest bowler of all time. He has won a record number of 15 major championships and has been named PBA Player of the Year 7 times. He is also the second person in PBA history that has won the Super Slam, winning all 5 PBA major titles in the same year.   If you haven't yet listened to part one, be sure to check it out first.   00:00 Dealing with the defeat in 2008 - At first, 60th of 63 contestants - Jason thought he ...

Jason Belmonte: From Outcast To Bowling Prodigy | E75

August 22, 2023 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

My guest today is Jason Belmonte, the best bowler in the history of this sport. He has won a record number of 15 major championships and has been named PBA Player of the Year 7 times. He is also the second person in PBA history that has won the Super Slam, winning all 5 PBA major titles in the same year.   01:30 Off days during world tours - It is brutally hard to compete - Tournaments are exhausting for both mind and body - Days off are mostly for sleep and relaxation   04:17 The first ev...

Kelly Hansen: Foreigner And The Life Of A Rock Star | E74

August 15, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Welcome to the second part of In Search of Excellence featuring Kelly Hansen, the lead singer of the legendary rock band Foreigner which has had five platinum records and sold more than 80 million albums. He was also the lead singer of the heavy metal band Hurricane, popular in the 80s.  03:46 The importance of being proactive - Kelly was frustrated with where he was - Realized he had to be proactive - You have to handle criticism - Believe in yourself enough that you can take the risk - K...

Kelly Hansen: The Bumpy Road Of Musical Beginnings | E73

August 08, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Kelly Hansen, the lead singer of the legendary rock band Foreigner, which has had five platinum records and sold more than 80 million albums. He was also a lead singer of the heavy metal band Hurricane – one of the most popular bands in the 80s. Kelly is a great musician with an amazing life story.   00:00 Kelly’s Family and Growing Up - A vivid picture from his childhood of his parents carrying albums under their ...

Dr. Mike Roizen: 90 Is The New 40 (How To Hack Your Longevity) | E72

August 01, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Welcome to In Search of Excellence and the second part of our conversation with Dr. Mike Roizen. Dr. Mike is a world-renowned physician and author whose work has helped tens of millions of people improve their health and wellness through lifestyle changes, and whose purpose in life is to spread the message that we get to control our genes to a large degree.   Dr. Mike formerly served as the Chairman of the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, and Dean of the Division of Biological Sc...

Dr. Mike Roizen: Your Genes Are Under Your Control | E71

July 25, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is Dr. Mike Roizen – a world-renowned physician and author whose work has helped tens of millions of people improve their health and wellness through lifestyle changes, and whose purpose in life is help other control their gene expression through healthy living.   Dr. Mike formerly served as the Chairman of the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care, and Dean of the Division of Biological Sciences at the University of ...

David Kidder: Obsess Over Solving Problems, Not Making Money | E70

July 18, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Welcome to the second part of In Search of Excellence, featuring an exceptional man and a good friend of mine, David Kidder. David is a serial entrepreneur, active angel investor, advisor to Fortune 500 companies, sought-after speaker, and author of four books, including two New York Times bestsellers, “The startup playbook” and “The intellectual devotional”. David has been a co-founder and CEO of three venture-backed startups, including Clickable, SmartRay, and Bionic, where he is current...

David Kidder: Becoming Successful and Discovering Who You Are | E69

July 11, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is my good friend, David Kidder. David is a serial entrepreneur, active angel investor, advisor to Fortune 500 companies, sought-after speaker, and author of four books, including two New York Times bestsellers, “The Startup Playbook” and “The Intellectual Devotional." David has been a co-founder and CEO of three venture-backed startups, including Clickable, SmartRay, and Bionic, where he is currently a CEO. We are talk...

Garrett McNamara: Prepare For The Worst But Expect The Best | E68

July 04, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

Welcome to Part 2 of Garrett McNamara, a legendary surfer who owns a world record for the largest wave ever surfed – 100 feet tall – which is the equivalent of the 10-story office building or the height of Niagara Falls. He is the first person ever to ride a wave created by breaking glaciers. Garrett is the author of the book “Hound of the Sea: Wild Man. Wild Waves. Wild Wisdom.” and the star of the fantastic HBO documentary TV series called “100 Foot Wave”. He is also a dedicated philanth...

Garrett McNamara: Surfing A 100-Foot Wave | E67

June 27, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Welcome to the second part of In Search of Excellence episode featuring Garrett McNamara, a legendary surfer who owns the world record for the largest wave ever surfed, 100 feet tall, which is the equivalent of the 10-story office building or the height of Niagara Falls.   He is the first person ever to ride a wave created by breaking glaciers.  Garrett is also the author of the book “Hound of the Sea: Wild Man. Wild Waves. Wild Wisdom.” and the star of the fantastic HBO documentary TV seri...

Ryan Sheckler: When Success Takes Its Toll, The Tough Game Begins | E66

June 20, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MB

Welcome to the second part of In Search of Excellence episode featuring Ryan Sheckler, one of the greatest skateboarders of all time! Ryan turned pro when he was only 13 and became the youngest gold medalist in X Games history. At 17, he was the star of his own MTV reality show, The Life of Ryan. And in 2008, he created the Sheckler Foundation, whose goal is to support and enrich the lives of children and injured action sports athletes. Tune in to hear about his experience with the reality...