Life-Changing Challengers
Dive into the heart of transformation with "Life-Changing Challengers," a podcast that inspires listeners to turn their challenges into opportunities for growth. Hosted by Brad Minus, a seasoned endurance coach with over 13 years of experience, this show brings you compelling stories of resilience, ambition, and personal triumph.
Brad and his guests share their journeys of overcoming obstacles through endurance sports, personal development, and pursuing passions. From completing Ironman triathlons to conquering personal and professional hurdles, "Life-Changing Challengers" is your guide to breaking barriers and achieving your dreams.
Whether you're looking to incinerate your limits, find inspiration to chase your big passion or enjoy motivational stories of people who've transformed their lives, this podcast is for you. Join us to explore how embracing challenges can lead to a happier, more fulfilled life.
Subscribe, review, and share to be part of a community dedicated to making every challenge a stepping stone to success. Follow "Life-Changing Challengers" to ignite your desire, push your boundaries, and embark on your journey to the extraordinary.
Episodes
114 episodes
All Can, No Can’t: Beating Sudden Cardiac Death in a CrossFit Box with Jeff Luther
In this gripping episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus interviews Georgia-born entrepreneur and endurance athlete Jeff Luther, creator of the “All Can, No Can’t” podcast . Jeff recounts a carefree rural childhood, ...
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1:04:02
Corporate Supermom to Freedom Coach: How Jo Stone Beat Burnout
In this illuminating conversation, Life-Changing Challengers host Brad Minus unpacks the rise-and-reset story of Sydney–based burnout coach Jo Stone. After fast-tracking from entry-level marketer to Asia-Pacific Chief Marke...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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42:41
From Cult Rehab to Ironman Starts: The Grit of Margie Allman
In this candid edition of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with endurance-sport author Margie Allman. From a chaotic adolescence of runaway nights, hard drugs and two abusive years at the infamous Straight Inc....
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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53:16
Mind Mapping a Comeback: John Diggs’ Big-Ass Box Breakthrough
On this episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with former NFL wide-receiver–turned–mortgage-tech entrepreneur John Diggs to unpack the technique that rescued his life when everything collapsed:
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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55:17
Eight Minutes Dead: Sig Muller’s Cardiac Comeback
In this riveting installment of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus interviews growth-minded leader, coach, and soon-to-be author Sig Muller. A lifelong swimmer and former business-builder at companies like Accenture, Mayo ...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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53:51
Embracing Change: Shruti Sethi's Journey from Cancer to Holistic Healing Copy
In this inspiring conversation, Life-Changing Challengers host Brad Minus sits down with author, holistic nutritionist, and cancer coach Shruti Sethi. Together they trace Shruti’s journey from a vibrant childhood in India a...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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43:20
Living with a Brain Injury: Resilience & Real Talk with Charissa Halonen
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, host Brad Minus sits down with Charissa Halonen, co-founder of The Relentless Couple, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, identity, and transformation. Charissa shares her remarkable...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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46:52
Escaping a Covert Narcissist: Mia Hanks’ Story
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes award-winning author Mia Hanks, who courageously shares her journey from an idyllic childhood in the Midwest to surviving a decades-long ma...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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38:33
Healing Toxic Relationships: Love Lessons with Dr. Mark Hicks
In this transformative episode, host Brad Minus sits down with Dr. Mark Hicks—author, counselor, and relationship expert—to explore how personal pain and spiritual growth can intersect to redefine love. From the heart of small-town Tennessee to...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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49:37
From Special Forces to Spiritual Awakening – Tim Thomas on Breath, Survival, and Sovereignty
In this soul-stirring episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Tim Thomas, former Australian Special Forces soldier, professional fighter, and founder of Breathwork in Bed. Tim takes listene...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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1:21:28
From Trauma to Transformation – Ash Perrow’s Journey from Near Death to Heart-Centered Living
In this transformative episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Ash Perrow, a musician, coach, and podcaster who shares his remarkable story of survival, self-discovery, and living with purpose. From...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:07:36
Surviving Narcissistic Abuse – Kimber Foster’s Path to Empowerment
In this compelling episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Kimber Foster, author of The Year of Thorns: What to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist. Kimber opens up about her journey f...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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45:07
From Trauma to Triumph – Zulma Williams’ Bold Path to Healing and Empowerment
In this unapologetically honest episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Zulma Williams, a bilingual therapist known as “The Swearing Therapist.” Zulma’s journey is a powerful testament to resi...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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1:14:05
Intentional Living and the Freedom to Fail – Larry O’Nan on Purpose, Resilience, and Stewardship
In this inspirational 101st episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Larry O’Nan—author, leadership coach, and former international ministry leader with a lifetime of insight into faith, crisis, grow...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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51:59
Sleep is the New Superpower – Dr. Bijoy John on Mastering Rest for Health, Healing & High Performance
To celebrate the 100th episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes renowned sleep specialist Dr. Bijoy Johns, a board-certified expert in sleep medicine, internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, and criti...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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29:22
Rethinking Happiness – Peter Teuscher on Depression, Meditation, and Leading with Purpose
In this insightful episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Peter Teuscher, systemic coach, leadership trainer, and author of Rethinking Happiness and the Beliefs That Guide You. Peter...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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42:13
Writing, Resilience, and Rebirth – Ahmard Vital on Faith, Adversity, and Empowering the Next Generation
In this electrifying episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus is joined by motivational speaker, author, coach, and ministry leader Ahmard Vital. From humble beginnings in a small Texas town to the national s...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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47:28
Humor, Heart, and High Performance – The Irish Wisdom of Conor Cunneen
In this lighthearted and enlightening episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes the always entertaining and deeply insightful Conor Cunneen—an award-winning motivational speaker, business humorist, an...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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49:07
From Soul-Crushing Sales to Soulful Service – The Awakening Journey of Michael Rosenberg
In this powerful and deeply reflective episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Michael Rosenberg, a transformational coach, speaker, and spiritual traveler behind Wake Up With Mike. Michael...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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1:11:13
Spiritual Awakening Through Adversity with Kerie Logan
In this spiritually charged and emotionally empowering episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Kerie Logan, founder of Master the Upper Rooms, intuitive hypnotherapist, empowerment strategi...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:09:51
Breaking Patterns and Finding Freedom – Blake Lefkoe on the Power of Belief Work
In this transformative episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Blake Lefkoe, a certified facilitator of the Lefkoe Method—a powerful belief-elimination process created by her father. Bl...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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45:06
Science, Self-Mastery, and Human Potential – A Deep Dive with Daniel Tausan
In this thought-provoking episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Daniel Tausan, molecular biologist, cell biologist, former Team Canada water polo player, and health optimization coach. With ...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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1:26:16
From Law to Life Balance – Arlene Cohen Miller on Reinvention, Resilience, and Soulful Living
In this heart-centered and inspiring episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus sits down with Arlene Cohen Miller, former AV-rated attorney turned work-life balance and harmony coach, to explore a life ...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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47:52
Burnout-Proof Leadership – Victoria Mensch on Resilience, Reinvention, and Finding Joy in the Workplace
In this empowering episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus welcomes Victoria Mensch, a leadership strategist, burnout-proof expert, and founder of the Silicon Valley Executive Academy. Victoria shares...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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37:38
The Art of Being Happy – Andrew Matthews on Purpose, Perspective & Resilience
In this uplifting episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus is joined by internationally bestselling author, speaker, and “happiness coach” Andrew Matthews. Known for his inspiring books like Being Happy
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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