Update: I talk about working wrestling camps this summer and a recent open mat that reinforced just how much I enjoy being on the mat, and I discuss a new outbound marketing strategy. Story: In the spirit of summer camps, I share some of my camp experiences growing up in the sport of wrestling. ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

Update: I talk about some new marketing strategies I'm exploring, reaching out to more corporate opportunities, and another sports-based program we're building for athletes. Story: I revisit my Pros vs. Joes experience and some of the lessons and memories that came from it. ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

Update: My virtual sessions at SCI Greene have become something special. Hear about some of our latest guest interactions. Story: A random Instagram post reminded me of my past connection with the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

Update: I talk about getting back to more hands-on coaching and the pilot program we're building. Story: It's been nearly 17 years since I blew out my eye socket, so I break down the kick that caused it and the aftermath that followed. ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

One of the stories I tell in my book DRIVEN is The Stroke Story. Some context... On February 28, 2011, out of nowhere, I was hit with the most intense case of nausea and room-spinning I could've ever imagined. What followed was months of tests to determine what had happened, and in the end, what had happened was a stroke.  Today's episode provides a short business update and goes into detail on how The Stroke Story came to be.  ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

While I talk about hard work and perseverance, I believe it's equally important to continue to live in a way that demonstrates hard work and perseverance. It's the integrity of living the message I'm putting out there.  In both business and parenting, I'm continually asking myself if I'm living in accordance with my values, and this helps keep me on track. While not always pleasing, it's a sure fire way to inch closer toward being the person you want to be. Here are some highlights of the week's happenings and my mindset moving forward. ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

Everyone has their own perspective on prisons, inmates and corrections, and I'm here to share mine. Here's a look at my day at SCI Greene, along with a few key takeaways and lessons from the experience. For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

This is what a typical two-day road trip looks like as a Speaker. On this trip, I visited North Star MS and HS, as well as SCI (State Correctional Institute) Greene. You'll hear the daily schedules, the event(s) details and the in-betweens - hotels, food, exercise and more.  ... For booking and program information, please visit: https://www.charliespaniard.com.

The updated show description expains it as well as I could (see below). I have tons of stories to tell, and I'm going to tell them on here.  ... Professional speaking and stand-up comedy aren't that different. Both require you to hold an audience by expressing an idea that connects—often times, through stories. As a professional speaker, I take inspiration from stand-ups. I rebooted this podcast as a way of working out ideas and honing stories, just like they do in clubs and bars. You'll hear fine-tuned stories I've told a thousand times, and new ones that may never be told on stage. There's no single theme, but there are common threads—drawn from my life as a teacher, UFC fighter, family man and small-town kid with big dreams. You'll also hear some story-based interviews. *There are 2307 previous episodes prior to starting fresh with a story theme. Dive in!

It's been almost a year since out last show, and today's episode gives an update on where we went, what we've been doing and what's next.  Get up to date: charliespaniard.com @charliespaniard