The Next Level Guy Show

Real conversations – The work behind change The Next Level Guy Podcast is a series of real conversations with people who’ve done the work — physically, mentally, and emotionally. We explore how change actually happens, without scripts, shortcuts, or performance. What this show actually is This isn’t motivation. It’s orientation. Each episode explores how men build: clarity when they feel stuck or overwhelmed strength without burning out or numbing out direction when life feels noisy or unfocused The conversations are grounded, practical, and rooted in real experience — not theory or internet optimisation. If you’re looking for something calm, useful, and honest, you’re in the right place. The conversations You’ll hear from: athletes and coaches creators and thinkers craftspeople, professionals, and everyday men who’ve rebuilt themselves Some guests are well known. Others are quietly impressive. What matters isn’t status — it’s whether their lessons hold up in real life.

You’re Not Broken — You’re Avoiding This 04/28/2026

You’re Not Broken — You’re Avoiding This He looked fine on the outside — but was writing “I want to die” on his school papers. 🎙️ Meet Sam Eaton — once battling depression in silence, now helping thousands of men take their first step back into life. This episode will help you realise you’re not broken — you’ve just never been shown how to deal with what’s in your head. You’ll finally understand why you feel stuck, flat, or disconnected — even when life looks fine on paper. This will help you name what’s actually going on inside you — instead of just calling it “stress” or ignoring it. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/sameaton238/ You’ll walk away with a way to start again — without needing to fix your entire life first. You’ll feel less alone, less ashamed, and more capable of taking your first step forward — even if you’ve been stuck for years. Sam Eaton is an author, speaker, and founder of Recklessly Alive, a suicide prevention organization sprinting toward a world with zero deaths by suicide. Sam has spoken at over two hundred and fifty events throughout the U.S. sharing his story of battling depression and suicidal thoughts. Sam holds a master’s degree in educational leadership which he utilized to create the Recklessly Alive Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to bringing mental health awareness to young people. Sam’s first book, Recklessly Alive, was released in January 2021 and reached the top 200 best-selling books on Amazon. He has amassed more than 175,000 followers on Instagram and over 90,000 followers on TikTok. His newest book, You Can Do This: Daily Affirmations to Live Recklessly Alive published by Harper Collins is available now. Sam currently resides in Minneapolis, MN, where he enjoys collecting vinyl records, lifting moderately heavy weights, and trying every flavor of Oreos. #podcast #nextlevelguy #sameaton #recklesslyalive #newbook #author #youcandothis #suicide #changeyourlife #itsworthit #mentalhealth #depression /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/41053475

Why Elite Performers Don’t Train Like You Think (And What Actually Works) 04/15/2026

Why Elite Performers Don’t Train Like You Think (And What Actually Works) “You don’t have a discipline problem — you’re just trying to follow someone else’s plan.” 🎙️ Meet Alex VanHouten — exercise scientist and coach helping high performers cut through the noise and actually make progress that sticks. Coach Alex's personal journey started with him wrestling with a painful genetic disorder called Ehlers Danlos yet still achieving his deams. This taught him the discipline of 1% BETTER Daily and gave him a passion to help others do the same. Coach Alex completed his undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University in 2010 focused on chemistry and psychology. In the years since, he has earned certifications in personal training, corrective exercise, performance enhancement, and behavior change through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). He’s also written multiple peer-reviewed articles for the International Sport Science Association (ISSA) and published over 500 5-Star podcast episodes. He is a certified nutritionist and health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), and has been a professional coach and personal trainer since 2005. He works with everyone from everyday men to elite operators — showing them how to train, eat, and live in a way that actually fits their life. This episode will help you feel less overwhelmed and finally understand why nothing seems to stick — even when you know what to do. It will help you release the pressure to follow perfect plans, and instead focus on what actually works for you. You’ll feel more in control and more grounded, with a clearer sense of where to start — without needing to overhaul your entire life overnight. Most importantly, you’ll feel less alone in the struggle, and realise that real progress doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from doing the right things consistently, with the right support. #AlexVanHouten #EverydaySpy #personalfitness #performance #tier1 #covertintel #eliteoperator #activeduty #military #intel /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/40890395

What Changed After The Craig Harrison Conversation? 04/12/2026

A hero on the battlefield; abandoned at home 03/19/2026

How to Train BJJ for Decades Without Destroying Your Body or Your Confidence 02/19/2026

How to Train BJJ for Decades Without Destroying Your Body or Your Confidence “You’re not in competition with anybody — you’re just trying to get better than the person that walked in on day one.” What if the reason you’re burning out, getting injured, or quietly losing confidence… isn’t your age — but the way you define success? Most men step on the mat trying to prove something. They leave years later either broken, bitter, or gone entirely. Most men don’t quit Jiu-Jitsu because they’re too old — they quit because their ego can’t handle not winning. This week with Rick Ellis, we break down why recovery is training, why intensity isn’t discipline, and why the only real competition is you vs the man who walked in on day one. If you want to train for decades — not just dominate for months — this episode will change how you measure success. You can level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/rickellis235/ In this conversation with Rick Ellis, you’ll hear a completely different framework: • Why taps don’t matter as much as you think • Why recovery is training • Why ego — not ability — is what really slows progress • And why the only metric that ever mattered… was you vs the old you. 🎙️ Meet Rick Ellis — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, creator of The Art of Skill, and author of a guide built for grapplers who refuse to quit. He didn’t start at 20. He started at 41 — and cracked the code on how to train, improve, and stay dangerous without destroying your body. If you’ve ever felt: Too old Not fit enough Behind everyone else Or quietly beating yourself up after a “bad session” This episode might change how you train — and how you live. Because this isn’t really about jiu-jitsu. It’s about longevity. Identity. And redefining what winning actually means. #rickellis #podcast #bjj #grappling #martialarts #oldergrapplers #oldergrapplerhandbook #artofskill #longevity #trainsmarternotharder #identity #killtheego #jiujitsu #whatsuccessactuallyis #redefinewhatwinningis #blackbelt #brazilianjiujitsu #dontburnout #injury #winthedecadenotjusttheround /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/40168195

Why You Can Be Surrounded by People and Still Feel Completely Alone 02/12/2026

Real Confidence Is Built When You’re Under Pressure 12/20/2025

Why Learning Butchery Builds Real Confidence (Skill, Control & Self-Reliance) 12/13/2025

Why Learning Butchery Builds Real Confidence (Skill, Control & Self-Reliance) Primal Eats: How Learning to Butcher Meat Builds Confidence, Skill, and Control in all areas of your life! “Confidence doesn’t come from talent — it comes from repetition, patience, and knowing what you’re doing when it matters.” Welcome to 'The Next Level Guy Podcast', a show built around one mission: helping men rebuild themselves from the ground up. We cover 🧩 Identity 🔥 Emotional Mastery ⛓️ Discipline ⚙️ Capability 💪 Physical Mastery 🎯 Purpose and so much more. What if one of the most expensive mistakes you’re making with food has nothing to do with how you cook — but what you don’t know about the meat you’re buying? In this episode, I sit down with Brad Baych to unpack why so many of us are overpaying, under-flavouring, and missing out on some of the best cuts of the cow — not because we’re bad cooks, but because no one ever showed us what to look for. Brad shares butcher-level insights that instantly upgrade how you shop, how you cook, and how you think about the food on your plate. It’s practical, it’s grounding, and honestly, it gives you that quiet confidence that comes from knowing what you’re doing — instead of guessing. (And yes… it also makes a cracking Christmas gift for the foodie in your life.) Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/bradbaych232/ 🎙️ Brad Baych is a butcher, chef, YouTube educator, and published author who helps everyday guys cook better meat, save serious money, and stop feeling lost in the supermarket aisle. From fine-dining kitchens to breaking down whole cuts at home, his mission is simple: teach what most of us were never taught. Listen to this one and you won’t just cook better — you’ll move through life with a bit more calm, control, and respect for what’s on your plate. #meat #podcast #nextlevelguypodcast #bradbaych #butcherwizard #eatbetter #cookbetter #newcookbook #newauthor #butchery #greatgiftforothers #impressdates #flavourmeatbetter #learlovelevelup #youtube #savemoney #savemoneyshopping /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/39396470

How Pressure Forces You to Find Your Purpose 12/06/2025

How Pressure Forces You to Find Your Purpose From Self-Doubt to World Stage: Andy Black on Pressure, Purpose & Progress “What if the people hyping you up are the very reason you’re stuck? You don’t need hype — you need people honest enough to tell you when you can do better.” What does real strength look like when the hype is stripped away? In this episode of The Next Level Guy Podcast, I sit down with elite Scottish strongman and World’s Strongest Man competitor Andy Black to talk about what actually drives long-term progress — in training, performance, and life. Meet Andy Black — elite Scottish strongman and World’s Strongest Man competitor who proves that simple systems, honest brotherhood, and emotional control beat ego every time. Most people think strength is about numbers, noise, and ego. This conversation proves it isn’t. Level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/andyblack231/ Andy breaks down why being the strongest guy in the gym can hold you back, why honest training partners matter more than motivation, and how elite performers handle nerves and pressure instead of trying to eliminate them. We dive into keeping things simple, competing against yourself, and shifting focus from ego and validation to legacy, family, and doing the work the right way. This isn’t a highlight-reel conversation. It’s a grounded, no-BS look at discipline, accountability, emotional control, and building something meaningful — whether you lift, compete, or just want to show up better in your own life. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why honest feedback beats praise every time How to use nerves as fuel instead of fear Why most people overcomplicate progress How to stop chasing validation and trust your own effort What happens when you shift from ego-driven goals to legacy-driven ones If you’re tired of surface-level motivation and want principles that actually stick — this episode will reset how you think about strength and progress. #AndyBlack #Strongman #Scottish #Scotland #Pressure #weights #weighlifting #motivation #brotherhood #principles #legacy #kids #fatherhood #ego #strength #truth #competition #recordholder #defeatnerves #liftbigbutlovebigger #friendships #itsyouvsyou #family /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/39307450

How Champions Build Mental Toughness Under Pressure 10/15/2025

The White Belt in Your Head Is Holding Back Your Progress 10/08/2025

Stop Making Dumb Mistakes in BJJ – Train Smarter, Progress Faster 09/10/2025

What Sheepdogs Teach About Leadership, Responsibility & Control 09/03/2025

What Actually Helps When You’re Mentally Struggling 08/23/2025

Ozzy’s Gone. Do we only care after people pass? 07/22/2025

Ozzy’s Gone. Do we only care after people pass? Ozzy’s gone. And suddenly everyone cares. But did they care yesterday? Did they tell him when he was here? Or are they just posting because it’s trending? This isn’t just about him. It’s about us. And how we’re wasting our lives pretending to care… too late. On today’s short and sharp solo episode, I get real about the performative grief we see every time someone famous passes — and how it reveals a much deeper problem in how we connect with the people who matter. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable watching everyone jump on the RIP bandwagon… you’re not alone. Be a real fan, not a social media follower. If you’ve ever wished you were better at telling the people you love that they matter — while they’re still alive… this is for you. This episode challenges you to drop the lip service, ditch the herd mentality, and start practicing authentic connection now. I also give you my simple, 3-step Connection Code — a practical way to make sure you’re not one of those people who only shows up when it’s too late. Stop pretending. Start living. Today. 👊 What You’ll Get in This Episode: Why performative grief is so common — and so empty How social media has trained us to fake connection The uncomfortable truth about your own habits The 3-step Connection Code to flip this and lead differently A personal challenge to act — today — while it still counts 🧰 The Connection Code: ✅ Daily — Presence Check: ask who needs to hear from you today, and act ✅ Weekly — The Call: pick up the phone for one meaningful call ✅ Monthly — The Legacy: ask what they’d say about you if you were gone, and adjust 🎧 Listen now, and then take 5 minutes to reach out to one person who needs to hear from you. Do it before it’s too late. 📲 If this hits home for you… Share it with someone who needs to hear it. Tag me with your thoughts. Tell me who you called today. Rate & review the show — and let’s keep raising the standard, together. Don’t just mourn the dead. Honour the living. /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/37511960

The Quiet Damage of Labels — and How to See People Clearly Again 07/05/2025

One Man, One Tube, No Shame: A Colonoscopy Confession 07/01/2025

One Man, One Tube, No Shame: A Colonoscopy Confession Harsh Truth #2: Colonoscopy – It's Not as Bad as You Think Guest: None Summary: In this cheek-clenching solo episode, Ian shares the joy (read: mild discomfort) of getting a colonoscopy — the glamorous life of a man with frequent toilet visits. Was it terrifying? Nope. Was it uncomfortable? A bit. Was he awake for the whole thing? Absolutely. This one’s for every lad who's convinced a colonoscopy means sacrificing their dignity. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. Key Points: Why Ian got the invite to the backdoor camera club (a.k.a. frequent bowel movements) What a colonoscopy actually is — and why it's not just for pensioners The prep: how to turn your bathroom into your best friend for 24 hours Being awake and not screaming — surprisingly manageable The nurses are legends: no judgement, no nonsense Why avoiding it is more painful than the actual thing Early detection saves lives, not pride Notable Reminder: "You’re awake, yes, but it’s not like they bring a film crew. Just one little camera, one big mission." "It’s a day of discomfort for peace of mind. And bowel health. Sexy, right?" "Real men don’t skip health checks — they clench and crack on." Main Lesson: If you think a colonoscopy is scary, try dealing with undiagnosed bowel problems. It’s awkward for about a minute, but it could literally save your life. Grow up, gear up, and get checked. Audience Challenge: Book that test you’ve been avoiding. Whether it's your GP, your bowels, or your blood pressure — get it sorted this week. No excuses. And if you've already had one, message a mate and tell him to man up and do the same. Even if it's a hard conversation, to start something that scares you, whatever it is, do it, start it, try it. Don't let short-term embaressment hold you back from long-term health or success. Links Mentioned: /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/37245595

Why Real Flexibility Lets You Train Harder — Without Breaking Down 06/21/2025

You’re Not Dead Yet — Act Like It 05/31/2025

You’re Not Dead Yet — Act Like It #224 – Matt Vincent on Radical Ownership, Living Hard, and the ‘Not Dead Yet’ Mindset "The story ends the same for all of us — so let it rip while you’re here. You're not obligated to exist — but you're here. So why not give it hell?" – Matt Vincent It's time to Stop Living on Autopilot and Start Chasing a Life Worth Dying For! ⚠️ Are you still waiting to live your "real life, the life that you actually want to live? Hoping you'll have time when retured to fufil all your dreams with dwindling time, energy and hope. Most men stay stuck in comfort until it's too late. In this raw, powerful episode, Matt Vincent shares how to stop drifting and start living like it actually matters. 🎙️Meet Matt Vincent — 2x Highland Games World Champion, entrepreneur, and the unapologetic force behind the Not Dead Yet mindset. He’s on a mission to shake you out of mediocrity and into a life worth dying for. Right now. You can level up with the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/mattvincent224/ After losing his athletic identity to injury and burnout, Matt rebuilt himself — mentally, physically, and spiritually — to chase a life of meaning, discomfort, and daily progress, and wants to show how to discover yours too! Today, he inspires thousands through his brand, podcast, and raw message: you’re not dead yet — so live like it. What if the real reason you’re stuck isn’t fear of failure — but fear of truly living? In this episode, Matt Vincent challenges everything you think you know about comfort, purpose, and why playing it safe might be the riskiest move of all. Are you ready to find out what you're truly capable of — before it's too late? #MattVincent #NotDeadYet #NotDeadLiveLikeIt #MomentoMori #BeforeItsTooLate #podcast #NextLevelGuypodcast #burnout #mindset #lifechanging #transformation #selfdiscovery #stopwastingyourlife #leavethecomfortzone /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36800640

You’re Not Broken: Why Addiction Isn’t a Moral Failure 05/17/2025

You’re Not Broken: Why Addiction Isn’t a Moral Failure #223 – Adi Jaffe on Addiction, Shame, and the Real Reason You Can’t Change "You weren’t broken—you were doing your best with the tools you had at the time. Shame won’t heal you. Understanding will." — Dr. Adi Jaffe It's time to Rewire Your Brain, Heal Your Shame, learn Dr. Jaffe’s Tools for Lasting Transformation. 🎙️ Meet Dr. Adi Jaffe — former addict turned addiction recovery trailblazer, bestselling author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, founder of Ignited Recovery, and creator of powerful tools like SPARROW and E.A.T. His mission? To help you ditch shame, understand your behavior, and transform your life—one breakthrough at a time. Level up with the show-notes, available at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/dradijaffe223/ Once a meth addict and drug dealer facing a 10-year prison sentence, Dr. Adi Jaffe turned his life around after hitting rock bottom. Following multiple failed rehab attempts, he committed to deep personal transformation—eventually earning a Ph.D. in psychology from UCLA. Today, he's a groundbreaking voice in addiction recovery, the author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, and the founder of Ignited Recovery. Through his unique SPARROW and E.A.T. methods, Adi helps people overcome shame, understand their behavior, and reclaim their lives—without judgment and without needing to be "perfect." 🔥 What if your addiction—or your bad habit—was never the real problem? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Adi Jaffe (@dradijaffe) breaks down why we repeat the same patterns, how shame keeps us stuck, and how to actually change your behavior without hating yourself. We talk SPARROW 🧠, emotional hooks 🎣, radical acceptance 💬, and why relapse is not failure. #AddictionRecovery #SelfImprovement #MentalHealth #NextLevelGuyPodcast #dradijaffe #drugdealing #drugs #rockbottom #recovery #psychology #addiction #recovery #abstinence #unhooked #emotionalhooks #shame #badhabit #sparrow #eat #rewireyourbrain #healyourshame #radicalacceptance #relapseisnotfailure #transformation /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36608860

Why Most People Live on Autopilot — and How to Break Free 05/10/2025

Why Elite Fighters Use Yoga to Move Better, Recover Faster & Stay Dangerous 05/03/2025

Why Elite Fighters Use Yoga to Move Better, Recover Faster & Stay Dangerous #221 Yoga for BJJ: The secret sauce for flexibility, injury prevention and and amazing Performance "Yoga isn't just stretching — it's learning how to move better, recover smarter, and stay on the mats longer." — Bianca Ilea What if the secret to becoming better at Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu wasn’t more time rolling — but learning to breathe, move, and feel your body differently? Bianca Ilea shares how Yoga for BJJ can unlock hidden strength, resilience, and longevity both on and off the mats. 🎙️ Meet Bianca Ilea — Yoga for BJJ Instructor, Judo Black Belt, and Movement Specialist. For the show-notes, please visit: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/biancailea221/ Bianca Ilea is a yoga teacher and BJJ practitioner who is passionate about helping people—especially fellow BJJ athletes—improve their bodies, physical performance, and mental resilience through yoga. With a background in Judo and experience in other martial arts, she eventually found her true passion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Today, she merges her love for BJJ with her deep commitment to yoga, mindfulness, and mental strength, creating a powerful and holistic approach to training and recovery. After years of pushing her body through elite judo competition, Bianca discovered that recovery and mindfulness were the missing pieces. Now, she helps grapplers unlock better movement, breathwork, and resilience through Yoga for BJJ. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned athlete, Bianca shows how you can move better, recover faster, and roll longer—on and off the mats. #biancailea #yoga #bjj #grappling #judoi #flexibility #mobility #betterhealth #feelbetter #movebetter #recovery #prehab #rehab #knowyourbody #mentalstrength #breathwork #mindfulness #training #bjjtraining #physicalperformance #bjjgame #levelupyopurbjjgame #nextlevelguypodcast #injury prevention #notjuststretching #recoversmarter #trainforlonger #stophurting #moveeasier #mentalresilience /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36418545

Why the Credit Score Game Keeps You Broke — and What to Build Instead 04/26/2025

Why the Credit Score Game Keeps You Broke — and What to Build Instead #220 — George Kamel: Break Free From Debt, Ditch the Credit Score Game & Build Real Wealth “The borrower is slave to the lender. If you owe someone money, you’re not fully free.” — George Kamel What if your credit score obsession, buy-now-pay-later plans, and lifestyle creep are actually what’s keeping you broke? What if everything you’ve been told about money—credit scores, student loans, even buying your dream home—was a lie? George Kamel used to be broke, stressed, and buried in debt. Today, he’s a millionaire helping millions break free from the financial traps society celebrates. In this episode, he reveals the truth about money that no one else is telling you—and how to reclaim your financial freedom, one step at a time. You can find the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/georgekamel220/ 🎙️ Meet George Kamel — Debt-Ditcher. Mindset-Flipper. Financial Freedom Fighter. Once buried in $40,000 of debt and living paycheck to paycheck, George Kamel discovered the Ramsey plan, paid off everything in 18 months, and transformed into a net-worth millionaire by his mid-30s. Now, he's on a mission to help others break free from the myths that keep them broke—like the obsession with credit scores, lifestyle creep, and “normal” debt. Through his book Breaking Free From Broke and his wildly popular podcast and YouTube channel, George empowers everyday people to take back control of their money—and their life. George Kamel is a national bestselling author of Breaking Free From Broke and a personal finance expert. Following Ramsey Solutions' proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. Since 2013, he has served on the Ramsey team, speaking across the country, co-hosting top-ranked Ramsey Network podcasts, like Smart Money Happy Hour and The Ramsey Show. George has been featured on Fox News, Fox Business, and The Iced Coffee Hour, among other networks. On his YouTube channel, George educates and entertains, exposing the financial system designed to keep you broke. His goal is to help people spend less, save more, and avoid money traps so they can live a life with more margin, options and freedom. #GeorgeKamel #Money #debt #savings #pension #getcontrolofyourfinances #ramseyplan #smartmoneyhappyhour #breakingfreefrombroke #broketomillionnaire #moneysolutions #moneysavingtips #moneytraps #ditchdebtfast #studentloans #savingforthefuture #learnaboutmoney #buyingahouse /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36321565

No One’s Coming to Save You 04/25/2025

What Extreme Environments Teach Us About Healing the Brain and Human Performance 04/19/2025

What Extreme Environments Teach Us About Healing the Brain and Human Performance 219 – Brain Healing, Deep Sea Living & Human Performance with Dr. Deep Sea "Take charge of you. You are 100% in charge. Don’t stop learning. Don’t stop looking. Don’t stop exploring." — Dr. Joseph Dituri 🎙️ Meet Dr. Joseph Dituri — Navy Diver. Hyperbaric Pioneer. Brain Rebuilder. What happens when a Navy diver and hyperbaric researcher locks himself underwater for 100 days to heal his brain? Dr. Joseph Dituri—better known as Dr. Deep Sea—is a retired U.S. Navy Commander, hyperbaric researcher, and biomedical pioneer who quite literally dove headfirst into scientific exploration by living 100 days underwater to study its effects on the human body and brain. With over 28 years of military service and a relentless drive to heal veterans suffering from brain injuries and PTSD, Dr. Dituri is on a mission to merge deep-sea science, hyperbaric medicine, and space exploration. From battling brain trauma to preparing humans for Mars, his work isn't just about surviving extreme environments—it's about unlocking human potential in the most extraordinary ways. You can find the show-notes at: Dr. Joseph Dituri—aka Dr. Deep Sea—did just that, not only to test the limits of human physiology but to revolutionize how we approach mental health, traumatic brain injury, and optimal performance. The results? Life-changing. And he’s just getting started. Commander Joseph Dituri enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1985. He served continuously on active service upon various ships and shore stations where he was involved in every aspect of diving and special operations work from saturation diving and deep submergence to submersible design and clearance diving. Now that he is retired from 28 years of active service to the United States, he is the president of the International Board of Undersea Medicine. He also volunteers his time as the CEO of the Association for Marine Exploration. He is an invited speaker on medical, motivational, sea and space related topics. Joseph earned a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of South Carolinaas well as a masters degree in Astronautical Engineering from Naval Post Graduate School inCalifornia. Additionally, he is a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and earned a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from theUniversity of South Florida. Joseph is the author of numerous diver-training manuals, a co-author of the book “Tao of Survival Underwater”, a contributing author to the Navy Diving Manual, and has been published in several journals including those produced by the American Society of Naval Engineers and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. He is a class "D" Licensed Sky Diver, a one atmosphere suit Pilot and a Level three certified Systems Engineer and Level three Program Manager for the Department of Defense. Commander Dituri has 11 personal awards / (medals) earned from his time in the U.S. Navy, enjoys writing books, skydiving and has a long-term goal of being a civilian Astronaut. #brainhealing #drdeepsea #humanperformance #drjosephdituri #navydiver #hyperbaric #research #liveunderwater #projectneptune #biomedical #scientificexploration #braininjuries #ptsd #medicine #health #mentalhealth #navy #mars #space #astronaut #diving #marineexploration /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36226565

How to Turn Pain Into Strength Instead of Letting It Break You 04/12/2025

How to Turn Pain Into Strength Instead of Letting It Break You #218 Cracked Open – Carly Wopat on Turning Pain Into Purpose! 🎙️ Meet Carly Wopat — Athlete. Fighter. Soul-Seeker. "Every time I’ve gone through something difficult, it’s cracked me open—and from that space, something new could grow." — Carly Wopat What happens when everything you thought defined you—athlete, twin, high achiever—is suddenly gone? For Carly Wopat, the answer wasn’t to break. It was to rebuild. After the devastating loss of her twin sister, Carly didn’t just survive—she started a relentless journey of transformation. From volleyball stardom to the deep introspection of breathwork, from raw grief to the mental and physical grind of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and firefighting, Carly has reinvented herself time and time again. Every challenge became a doorway to another version of who she could be. You can review the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/carlywopat218/ Carly Wopat is no stranger to pressure. A former U.S. National Team volleyball player and 3-time First-Team All-American at Stanford, Carly excelled at the highest level of sport while earning a degree in Human Biology. But it was personal tragedy—not podiums—that would shape the most important chapter of her life. In the years since, Carly has become a hybrid athlete and a force of nature. From boxing and BJJ to trail running and earning the Top Recruit Award in fire academy, she’s proof that strength isn't just built in the gym—it's built in the moments you choose to keep going. Whether she’s coaching, competing, or serving her community as a firefighter, Carly brings a rare blend of heart, grit, and wisdom to everything she does. In this episode, Carly shares her powerful story—of loss, resilience, reinvention, and what it means to live a life of real impact. If you’re navigating change, chasing purpose, or trying to find your way through pain, this one’s for you. #carlywopat #grief #volleyball #twins #identity #loss #resilience #reinvention #competing #winning #change #purpose #firefighter #heartandgrit #gym #health #mentalhealth #fireacademy #followyourownjourney #personaltragedy #saveothers #serveothers #breathwork #bjj /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/36110255

Why Your Dating Profile Isn’t Working (And How to Fix the Signal) 04/05/2025

Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns — and How to Actually Change Them 03/29/2025

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From Broken to Unbreakable: How Mental Toughness Is Actually Built #214 Unbreakable: Damien Rider on Resilience, Extreme Challenges & Mental Mastery Today’s guest is Damien Rider with a focus on Pushing Limits and Building Resilience! You can listen to the episode and review the amazing show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/damienrider214/ Damien Rider is an adventurer, extreme endurance athlete, and world record holder whose feats defy logic and push the boundaries of human performance. Recognized as the Men’s Health Man of the Year and a two-time Australian of the Year nominee, Damien has built himself into one of the world’s fittest endurance athletes—not just for personal achievement, but to inspire and uplift others. As a life coach and expert in neurophysiology, Damien helps people shift their mindset from problems to solutions, empowering them to build resilience and keep moving forward. His groundbreaking One Breath Meditation technique has helped countless individuals harness focus, calm the mind, and navigate life’s toughest challenges. Beyond personal achievement, Damien has dedicated himself to humanitarian efforts, using his platform to advocate for men’s health, mental well-being, and positive transformation. His journey has been captured in documentaries aired on National Geographic, and he has taken the stage at TEDx talks across the Asia Pacific and the U.S., sharing his insights on mental strength and perseverance. Whether he’s tackling grueling endurance challenges, guiding others to unlock their full potential, or speaking on global stages, Damien’s message is clear: BREATHE. ACCEPT. ADAPT. KEEP MOVING FORWARD. Some of Damien's amazing accomplishments include: Pulled a 2.8 tonne pick-up truck 8 miles solo in 3 hours 30 minutes Paddled 480km over 9 days on a Stand Up Paddleboard in Maldives Climbed out of a Hot Air Balloon basket, to the top by rope ladder, with no parachute at 10,000 feet, 30% less oxygen, -1 degree temp, 40 kph wind movement Skydive off the Top of a Hot Air Balloon 7500 feet above the ground Paddling 500 miles for 17 days in shark-infested waters along the Australian Coast Skateboarding for 56 days along the entire Route 66 through the scorching Mojave Desert Pushing a 3 tonne truck down the Gold Coast highway Running a marathon with a mattress on his shoulder with the words “Never lay down, Never give up”, all for his cause #damienrider #adventure #tedx #nextlevelguypodcast #challenges #pushyourself #breathe #onebreathmeditation #accept #adapt #keepmovingforward #unbreakable #mentalmastery #resilience #pushinglimits #turnpainintopower #menshealth #mensmentalhealth #harnessfocus #calmthemind #navigatechallenges /episode/index/show/nextlevelguypodcast/id/35708925

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