Bryant Ellis public
[search 0]
More
Download the App!
show episodes
 
"Hosted by Bryant Ellis, recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 for his impactful work with 'The Adventure Challenge,' this podcast delves into inspiring human connections, emotional health, and the realities of pursuing your passions. Bryant not only shares heartfelt stories and insights from his journey that has reached millions worldwide but also interviews a diverse range of guests, offering listeners a broader perspective on resilience, the important role of failure in our pursuits, and nurtu ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
In this heartfelt episode, Bryant Ellis welcomes Jimmy Darts, a figure whose acts of kindness have captured the hearts of many across social media. Jimmy, with his down-to-earth demeanor, discusses the intertwining of his dreams with a strong foundation of faith, offering an intimate glimpse into how this blend guides him in making impactful decisi…
  continue reading
 
In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the essence of emotional intelligence, spotlighting the three critical traits that set apart highly emotionally intelligent individuals in today's polarized landscape. Our exploration begins with a foundational insight: situations are rarely black and white. As we navigate an era marked by sharply divid…
  continue reading
 
Bryant Ellis explores the complexities of anxiety, shedding light on his own experiences with navigating high-pressure scenarios. He uncovers how our inherent need for control is a significant root of anxiety, providing novel insights for those battling with their anxious thoughts. In this insightful episode, Bryant combines empathy with actionable…
  continue reading
 
In this eye-opening episode of our podcast, host Bryant sits down with the remarkable Shelby Stanger, a woman whose life is as adventurous as it is inspiring. Shelby, an acclaimed adventure journalist and a beacon of inspiration for many, joins us to delve into the fascinating interplay between adventure and mental wellbeing. Our conversation revol…
  continue reading
 
In this captivating episode of our podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented David Norona, renowned for his roles in "Jack Ryan," "Designated Survivor," "One Tree Hill," and "Six Feet Under." David is not just an acclaimed actor but also an inspiring writer, director, and the founder of the acting school, BCA. This conversation is not just for a…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we dive into a unique perspective on comparison, exploring its hidden facets. It's common knowledge that drawing comparisons with others isn't beneficial, but have you ever wondered why we fall into this trap and how we can escape it? We also delve into aspects of life where societal norms encourage comparison, questioning whether …
  continue reading
 
In this week's episode, we're delighted to welcome the vibrant and dynamic Annie Cooper - a fitness coach, entrepreneur, and dating app user. While she may not be a professional dating coach, Annie's experiences and insights make for a fun and engaging conversation. Join us as we delve into the world of dating apps, discussing the do's and don'ts f…
  continue reading
 
In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Dr. McNulty, a renowned naturopathic doctor and founder of the cutting-edge "Nature and Science" holistic medical clinic in San Diego, California. With a unique specialization in IV nutrient therapy, Dr. McNulty shares his expertise in supporting a wide range of health concerns, from cancer care to chro…
  continue reading
 
There's a difference between pursuing dreams and pursuing dreams while raising a family and growing your marriage. In this episode I talk with Donta and Chantell Nelson about the ups and downs of being highly ambitious individuals, all while making your marriage and your kids your first priority. They open up about what makes a good partnership and…
  continue reading
 
Marcus Miller returns to the podcast to talk about one of my favorite subjects. One of the most important elements of creating a lifestyle that sustains your ability to run after big dreams is learning how to create an eco-system of people to do life with. Without this, we not only have a lower quality of life, but we don't feel as powerful to take…
  continue reading
 
I feel like we all know someone who is suffering from some form of chromic illness. From Lyme disease to autoimmune disorders, it can feel helpless, especially as young people, to suffer these kinds of health issues. The inability to do the things that you're used to doing, from not being able to enjoy life as you once knew it. There's a reason tha…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Marcus Miller and I talk about practical ways to process through pain. When pain gets left unprocessed, we usually turn to get comfort in the form of unhealthy behaviors or addictions. I would argue that this is one of the most important things to learn in order to truly live a life of success, freedom, and pursuit of the things th…
  continue reading
 
Creativity is one of the most valued gifts I can personally think of. To some extend, a lot of us see ourselves as creative, but what sets us apart from the average creator, is what we are willing to do with out creativity. How do we grow in creativity? How do we tap into more creativity? What are ways to stimulate our creativity when we feel stuck…
  continue reading
 
Whenever we allow someone else's dating experience to create our expectations for dating, we are filtering and narrowing our potential good experiences by holding onto someone else's offense, bitterness and judgment. Dating can be tricky and sometimes frustrating, but where are we getting most of our data or information from? Our personal experienc…
  continue reading
 
Like any relationship, we can have healthy and unhealthy reliance on them. We often don't observe what our relationship with our "hopes and dreams" look like. Yet, most of us have spent more time thinking about this relationship than most relationships we have. Our hopes, dreams, and visions fuel our decisions and create a compass for our actions. …
  continue reading
 
With over 1 million podcast downloads a month, it's safe to say that Case has a good amount of experience with creating a successful Chanel. Being featured in Forbes and several other publications only adds to the impressive resume ;) One of my favorite people to interview and have fun conversations. I hope you get out as much of this chat as I hav…
  continue reading
 
Who doesn’t want to level up their life as a whole? What are the major obstacles we face when we feel stuck or like we aren’t making progress? In this episode, I invite you into a potentially “Triggering Reality” about why we aren’t making forward momentum. I love to see people realize these simple truths, and with most people that I mentor, it beg…
  continue reading
 
I love having Abi Stumvoll on my podcast, especially when we rant about dating. Please excuse our bunny trails as we bounce around and laugh through lots of different topics and tell our stories of experience with dating and relationships. We talk about - The failures and valuable lessons from my last relationship - How to show up powerfully in dat…
  continue reading
 
Learning to process pain and pursue internal success has not been the most fun part of my 20's, but I've experienced more Joy and Fulfillment from that journey than any financial or business success that I've accumulated in my life. In this episode I talk about some of the vulnerable process behind some of the craziness of my life and some of the c…
  continue reading
 
The New Year is a time when you have lots of momentum. With an opportunity to start fresh, it can easily feel like your commitment to growth is stronger than ever. But while this momentum may last for weeks, possibly even months, there inevitably comes a time when it runs out. Your goals don’t get checked off as quickly as you thought they would - …
  continue reading
 
“It’s about the journey, not the destination” is probably the most cliche phrase in existence. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t true. In this episode, Bryant walks through how he's felt after winning Forbes 30 Under 30. While it feels amazing to be recognized with an award like this one, it’s not nearly as fulfilling as the work that brought him to t…
  continue reading
 
What doesn’t Eliz Fulop do? She’s a professional skier, a body-builder, a podcaster (The Mindset Flex podcast) and just an overall badass. Throughout all these ventures, she’s learned a thing or two about risk-taking and the inevitable failures that come with them. Specifically that you can’t rely on other people or outside circumstances to move yo…
  continue reading
 
Many people fall into the trap of thinking they have to choose either money or time. Either they get a job that pays well, but it takes up their whole schedule, or they have flexible hours, but not enough money to pursue the things they really care about. Believe it or not, this is a myth. It IS possible to have both. You just have to think outside…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant sits down with Justin Stumvoll (host of "The Connected Life" podcast) to have a candid conversation on their experiences growing up in the church. They talk about the high-stakes, shame-filled mentality many religious people have around messing up and how this prevents you from actually learning and making progress. Many oth…
  continue reading
 
You don't just wake up one morning and decide you want to be a Hollywood actor. You earn this opportunity through years of practice; through failing and learning from your failure. In this week’s episode, Bryant dives deeper into this topic by introducing three phases: crawling, walking, and running. By not getting ahead of yourself and staying in …
  continue reading
 
In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant explains why victimhood is the #1 reason why people don’t see their dreams come true. Why? Because it takes your attention away from what you can actually control. You release the power to improve your life when your focus is placed on how you’ve been disadvantaged and not on the opportunities right in fr…
  continue reading
 
There’s a difference between what gets you attention and what makes you come alive! In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant talks about why we should care less about what gets us followers on social media and more about pursuing the things we’re truly passionate about. It might be exciting to go viral, but it’s nothing like the long-lasting ful…
  continue reading
 
You don’t build a 100 million dollar company from the ground up without failing a few times along the way! In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant has his business partner Ben Day on to talk about the origins of The Adventure Challenge. Over the span of just a few years, Adventure Challenge went from a failed Kickstarter campaign to a multi-mil…
  continue reading
 
When you fail, especially publicly, it's easy to feel shame. Shame wants to make it seem like you didn’t just do a bad thing, YOU ARE a bad person. In this week’s episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant is joined by the one and only Abi Stumvoll to talk about how we can process through shame when we fail -- and how we can learn from our mistakes so we …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant interviews professional wakeboarder David OC. They discuss how David processes failure when stakes are high and how years of hard work turned his passion into a full-fledged career taking him to competitions all over the world. Doors were opened for him not because he had raw talent but because he simply had the willingness …
  continue reading
 
Have you seen Jimmy Dart videos?! They're some of the funniest, most wholesome videos you can find on the internet. This week Bryant has him on the podcast to discuss how he managed to snag over 2 million followers on TikTok. They also talk about where his optimism comes from and why good things happen to those who anticipate them. This is a must-l…
  continue reading
 
In this very short episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant discusses a new series we're gearing up for called "Fail Club" - and how YOU can be involved! If you're interested in talking about risks you're taking and how you're processing failure with Bryant on the show, simply send a message to the Fail Journal Instagram or email philip@theadventurechal…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant talks about rejecting and being rejected. It sucks to give negative feedback and tell someone what they don't want to hear. But if you really think about it, the alternative is worse! If you tell someone exactly what they want to hear, even though it isn't truthful, you're setting them up for a bigger rejection in the future…
  continue reading
 
Aloha everybody! Unlike our other episodes, which are all recorded in Redding, CA, this week’s episode of the Fail Journal was recorded on a porch overlooking the ocean in Hawaii. Bryant and his brother Trey are here to get writing done for an upcoming secret project (Shhhh! It’s a television show!) and since the Fail Journal is about discussing ri…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant answers the question he gets asked most, “How did you grow The Adventure Challenge?” Upon reflection, there’s one thing that stands out to him: It wasn’t enough to have a cool idea, he had to go all in. If he had Plan Bs or other ideas he gave equal attention to, he wouldn’t have gotten the company off the ground. For you en…
  continue reading
 
Watching other people succeed can be difficult. Especially if those people are succeeding in the same field you’re in, it’s hard not to see their win as your loss. It’s hard to be excited when you feel like your chances of success just got a little smaller. But this mindset assumes there is a limited amount of success in the world --and that simply…
  continue reading
 
Breaking up is the worst thing in the world. Or is it? In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant recruits longtime friend Jamie Schultz to discuss the art of breaking up. Yes, it can be painful. Yes, it can be embarrassing. But it can also transform us in a positive way. It can be an amazing opportunity for growth and strengthening for future rel…
  continue reading
 
“What are people thinking about me?” That’s a question we all ask ourselves. We all wonder if our flaws are noticed or if we're judged for being "extra." Bryant talks in this episode about what to do with these thoughts. He discusses why the fear of being judged is directly tied to how much we judge others and why there's no reason to feel shame ov…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant delivers a quick message on the importance of taking occasional breaks. We live in a time where busyness is worn like a badge of honor. Especially if you're an ambitious person, it almost feels off-brand to slow your pace. But that hustle, that grind, can actually be detrimental to our health if we don't pause every once in …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Bryant discusses what's next for the Fail Journal. Listen to find out! About halfway through, he introduces a new series we're doing called “Fail Club.” In these episodes, we’ll hear stories from our listeners (that means YOU) about risks they’re taking and what they’re learning from the process. So whether your risks have to do wi…
  continue reading
 
After over 20 years in the entertainment industry, starring in films alongside Angelina Jolie, and starting his own acting conservatory, Fabiano Altamura made a discovery: who you are is not what you do. Achievements are worth pursuing, but at the end of the day, they don't increase or decrease our value as people. This lesson, as well as many othe…
  continue reading
 
To kick off 2021, Bryant sits down to reflect on multiple business mishaps from last year. You don't grow a small business venture into a multi-million dollar company without running into a few obstacles! But with all kinds of failure, they don't have to make you feel shame or fearful it will happen again. They're our best teachers. If you have you…
  continue reading
 
To this day, no contestant on the NBC series "The Voice" has had a faster judge turnaround than this week's Fail Journal guest --Matt Schuler. However, if you listen to this episode, you'll quickly learn that vocal ability is just one part of Matt's impressiveness. His attitude toward life's setbacks and ability to endure disappointment with a smil…
  continue reading
 
You're gonna want to take notes for this one! Case Kenny --author, Instagrammer, and host of the podcast "New Mindset, Who Dis?"-- joins the Fail Journal to discuss the best ways to maintain a healthy mindset when life is thrown at you, as well as the inevitability of rejection and why it often happens when you're just being yourself. Make sure you…
  continue reading
 
As entrepreneurs, artists, and overall go-getters, it’s easy to get caught up in chasing achievement. The only content we’re interested in is the stuff we think will get us ahead --life hacks and “secrets to success.” It can be hard to see the utility in a message about self-love. But in this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant and longtime friend …
  continue reading
 
Originally aired on Justin and Abi Stumvoll’s podcast “The Connected Life,” this episode features the Stumvolls interviewing Bryant on everything from running after outlandish goals to the danger of prematurely giving up. If you’re ready to break free from what’s holding you back, you’ll get a lot from this episode!…
  continue reading
 
Rules are important. Life would be chaotic and unmanageable without them. But rules can also be inhibiting. They can program you into a boring and unimaginative life. In this episode of the Fail Journal, Bryant recruits his business partner Ben Day to discuss their thoughts on the subject of rule-breaking and thinking outside of accepted convention…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide