As I pursue my main focus—helping students gain life skills—I constantly aim to learn and grow in my own life, and I talk about that process on ”The Spaniard Show.” After years of producing up to six episodes a week, I’ve evolved a flexible routine of publishing highlights from my latest reading, talks with fascinating guests, and solosodes about life and business. Listen and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to take down and knock out (puns intended) any challenge. Learn to live!
Hosted by former Spanish teacher turned UFC fighter Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman
Today, we take a look at two extreme journeys of self-discipline and self-discovery, measure the values of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and address a potentially life-changing question.
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This book culminates with a really fun ending and is a really valuable reading experience. Today, we take a look at some of the more powerful lessons I took from the book, one's that are as important…
From breaking the four-minute-mile, to the Central Governor Theory, to Ross's philosophy of Stoic Sports Science, this is an episode for those of us who enjoy getting into the deep trenches of what's…
I covered Ross's first book, "The World's Fittest Book", on Books episodes 726-740 and was hooked. I've been waiting anxiously for him to release his second book, "The Art of Resilience", since that …
Virtue signaling, the feelings of being right vs. wrong and a few parting thoughts on how we can reduce the outrage and unrest that exists in our society round out this week's book.
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I chose to focus exclusively on anxiety and depression amongst young people on today's episode because helping them is one of the primary drivers in what I do. This episode is full of valuable inform…
Spanny takes the mic alone to give the latest behind-the-scenes update. This one focuses on Spaniard School, which came into being during the pandemic as a way to start offering content beyond the po…
Our longtime friend, Stoicism, finds its way into this book (and today's episode) as we talk about personal responsibility and detachment from our emotions. We also explore the lead-up to today's cur…
Today, we get into some of Peter's antics in his war with Grandpa, and we also take a look at the various emotions invoked in both sides (Grandpa and Peter). Finally, just when it looks like peace ha…
What is the purpose of education, exploration of thought or controlled thought?
Today, we learn about tenets of some college campuses as described in this book: safetyism, common-identity politics an…
"Prepare the child for the road, not the road for the child." I initially bought this book as an audiobook but hearing that quote, decided to buy the hard copy, so I could break it down in standard s…
Owned by J.P. Morgan and a defeated man in court, Edward Curtis continued to personify conviction and purpose. And the shining light of it all...in the end, his work was finally recognized for what i…
A controversial view of history (Little Bighorn) and a decision to steer clear of politics adds to depth of Edward Curtis's story. And what in the world kept him going? Tune in and find the strength …
What does it feel like to bicycle from the southernmost point in the United States to the northernmost point? Alex Pekoff will tell you in this episode. It took him 86 days and involved fending off g…
The passion, drive and determination Edward Curtis demonstrates is infectious. Today, we learn how that passion, drive and determination led him to securing the endorsement of President Theodore Roos…
Peter's grandpa is coming to live with his family, and he is forced to give up his bedroom. Today, we learn about Peter and his family, as well as some valuable lessons about thinking of others, empa…
Today, we get into the origins of Curtis's "Big Idea" and the very real costs and challenges of accomplishing what he set out to do.
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Quite possibly my favorite Native American book to date, I've had my eye on this one for quite some time. It's rich with history, culture, passion, destiny, pursuit and so much more. Follow along as …
First and foremost, let's all take time to remember September 11, 2001, and do our part to make sure it's never forgotten.
Fitting to today's date, we examine a few more lessons gleaned from Dangerou…
Seeing humanity in others, deceiving ourselves and colluding with our allies and enemies all contribute to conflict. Let's examine which have favorable outcomes, and which we should avoid when it com…