Best Festus Ezeli Podcasts (2024)

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#86 - Season Finale: Reflecting On This Season’s Beasts 9:44

1+ y ago9:44

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Welcome to the season 3 finale of Rebuilding the Beast! On this episode I reflect on all the guests we’ve had this season and the things I learned from them. We also dive deep into where my life is headed and the future I imagine for the podcast. Your guy’s support means the world to me and I’m so glad to have you all on this journey. But I need yo…

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#85 - Storytime with Fes - Farmer With Two Buckets 6:07

1+ y ago6:07

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Hello my fellow beasts! As our season starts winding down, I wanted to share this quick story called the Farmer With Two Buckets. It’s a great reminder that even though we may feel broken or have flaws, we can still inspire those around us in a positive way. I created this podcast for you to get inspired and have tips as we all journey through our …

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#84 - Alexa Towersey: Sobriety, Fitness, and Mental Health 1:12:48

1+ y ago1:12:48

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Trigger Warning: Suicide Our next guest is joining us all the way from Australia, today we have Alexa Towersey! Alexa, also known as “Action Alexa,” is a celebrity trainer, nutritionist, writer, sports model, and mental health advocate. This woman is a literal BEAST! After being bullied for being too skinny, the gym became her safe place as she dev…

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#83 - Xeana Kamalani Dung: Discovering Your ‘Why’ 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

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Let’s say Aloha to our next guest Xeana Kamalani - aka, Kama! Kama is a model, actress, Philanthropist, founder of Kama Training, and is the first pro league pitcher in softball that’s from Hawaii. And being only 25 years old, she has accomplished so much. Today we cover, · What growing up in Hawaii is really like and how her hometown, Makaha, woul…

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#82 - Tara Mackey: Addiction, Natural Medicine, and Motherhood 1:02:26

1+ y ago1:02:26

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Trigger Warning: Suicide Our next guest has been a long time coming… today we have my good friend Tara Mackey on the podcast! Tara is the CEO of “The Organic Life,” founder of “Genetix,” Author of Cured By Nature and Wild Habits, a musician, a scientist, and then her most important job – a solo mother. She’s on the journey of always pursing her int…

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#81- Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf: “Stand” ft. Joslyn Rose Lyons 1:14:09

1+ y ago1:14:09

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You guys, I am so excited about our next guest. Today on the podcast we the legendary Mahmoud Abdul Rauf! Mahmoud is a former NBA player who has played for the Denver Nuggets, the Sacrament Kings, and Vancouver Grizzles. He is one of the greatest players in the game, even while living with a form of Tourettes. We have seen his name in headlines oft…

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#80 - Karly Ashworth: Big Brother, Hypnotherapy, and Finding Purpose 53:58

1+ y ago53:58

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We have a beautiful, inspiring episode this week my fellow beasts! My friend Karly Ashworth is our next guest. She is also our first ever reality tv star that we’ve had on the podcast. After her time on the UK’s Big Brother, Karly decided to leave the world of fame and climb the ladder of the corporate world. After finding success there, feeling bu…

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#79 - Lana Shay: Erotic Dancing, Sexuality, and Psychedelics 54:44

1+ y ago54:44

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This week on Rebuilding the Beast we are breaking down the stigma of the sex industry and the use of psychedelics. I ask that you come in with an open mind and heart and be ready to learn something, because I for sure did! With that being said, our guest today is Lana Shay! Lana is a conscious sex worker, the co-founder of Psychedelic Times, and au…

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#78 - Caity Lotz: Acting, Directing, and Getting Married 1:08:20

1+ y ago1:08:20

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We’ve got a special episode this week, my good friend Caity Lotz is our next guest! Caity is an actress, dancer, director, and stunt woman. You may have even seen her on shows like Mad Men, Arrow, and Legends. Recently, Caity got engaged, so get ready to hear a loved-up episode! Today we talk about · How she met her fiancé Kyle and how she finally …

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#77 - Advice You’d Give Your Younger Self Part 2 22:14

1+ y ago22:14

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Happy New Year! To kick off the new year we have compiled all the answers this season to my favorite question, “If you could talk to your younger self, what advice would you give them?” I love looking back on the answers to these questions because they perfectly encapsulate that person’s journey of rebuilding. Please enjoy as we reflect on these 10…

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#76 - Box Full of Kisses 5:13

1+ y ago5:13

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Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanza, and a Happy New Year! This week we’re taking it easy as we get ready to enter the New Year. Today you’ll hear the story, Box Full of Kisses. It’s a beautiful reminder that love is the most precious gift in the world, so hold onto your loved ones tight and check in with them. Now, before you read this n…

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#75 - Thomas Vu: Finding A Rose Among the Thorns 57:50

1+ y ago57:50

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This episode was a long time coming because my good friend Thomas Vu is finally our guest here on the podcast. If you remember from season 2 of Rebuilding the Beast, I went to the Joe Dispenza retreat. Well, the person who introduced that retreat to me, was none other than Thomas! Thomas is a master meditator and so I fully trusted him in attending…

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#74 - Marcellus Wiley: From Compton to an Ivy League to the NFL 1:35:30

1+ y ago1:35:30

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Buckle up because this week we have Marcellus Wiley on the podcast! After growing up in Compton and South Central Los Angeles, Marcellus didn’t let where he grew up define how his life was going to pan out. He would soon go to Columbia University to further his education as well as play football. Then after being a second-round pick in the 1997 NFL…

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#73 - Kevin Olusola: Pentatonix, Faith, and Managing Time 1:30:11

1+ y ago1:30:11

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Next up on our holiday special is my Nigerian brother Kevin Olusola! You may know him from the Grammy award winning acapella group “Pentatonix” or his own podcast that he cohosts called “Imagine Faith Talk.” Kevin has a beautiful soul and we got deep on this episode today. We talk about, · Growing up and what it means to be an immigrant as well as …

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#72 - Chloe Arnold: Dancing Through Life 55:51

1+ y ago55:51

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We’re kickstarting this holiday season with my good friend Chloe Arnold! Chloe is a multi-talented dancer, an Emmy nominated choreographer, a featured dancer in the Syncopated Ladies, and so much more! She has also gone viral on YouTube with 100 million views for the Syncopated Ladies “Viral Tap Band” to Beyoncé. Her love of tap dancing has brought…

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#71 - Crystal Adesanya: Immigrant from Nigeria to CEO 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

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Buckle up because we’ve got my Nigerian sister Crystal Ola Adesanya! Crystal is an entrepreneur, on the Forbes 30 under 30, and CEO of Kiira Health. Crystal’s hard work, determination, and confidence have gotten her so far in life, something that she thanks her Nigerian upbringing and 5 older brothers for. And I have full confidence that after list…

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#70 - Corey Phelps: Weight Loss, Homelessness, and Being Queer 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

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Welcome back everyone! Today on the show we have Corey Phelps. I stumbled across Corey’s Instagram a few months ago and instantly knew I wanted to have him on the podcast. Corey is a “bad bitch” (as he would say), but also a leader in body positivity, owning his queerness, and an advocate for mental health and homelessness. You may have watched him…

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#69 - Alexa Mansour: Hollywood and Knowing Your Worth 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

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TW: Eating Disorder Welcome back! This week we have the very talented Alexa Mansour! Alexa is an actress who you’ve probably seen on The Walking Dead and soon, Avalon. After struggling with an eating disorder that caused her to end up in the ICU, Alexa decided it was time to regain control over her life and start putting herself first. Today, you’l…

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#68 - India Shawn: Singing, Vulnerability, and Pushing Through 1:00:17

1+ y ago1:00:17

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Welcome back to Rebuilding the Beast! Today we have India Shawn. India is a singer, songwriter, and my good friend! After growing up singing in the church, singing backup for artists like Anderson Paak, Chris Brown, and Harry Styles, India began to pursue her own career. And just recently, she released her debut album, “Before We Go Deeper.” We tal…

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#67 - Wesley Hamilton: Disabled But Not Really 1:16:00

1+ y ago1:16:00

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Welcome back to Rebuilding the Beast! Today we have Wesley Hamilton. You’ve potentially could’ve seen him on the hit Netflix show Queer Eye, or his feature in Men’s Health, or have even seen one of the countless speeches he has done. But now, he’s graced us with his presence on our show! Wesley grew up on the east side of Kansas City, where many yo…

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#66 - Jimmer Fredette: Basketball, Mormonism, and Persevering 1:08:35

1+ y ago1:08:35

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Welcome back to Rebuilding the Beast! Today, we have my friend Jimmer Fredette. Jimmer is a basketball player, entrepreneur, husband, father, and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. There’s so much we talk about, so let’s get into it! ● Growing up in a small town and having to hear people doubt him about wanting to be a baske…

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#65 - Festuz Ezeli & Nicole Fox: Burning Man 1:02:23

1+ y ago1:02:23

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Rebuilding the beast is back, baby!!! For our season 3 premiere, I’m sitting down with my good friend Nicole who is helping me guide you through the amazing, transformative summer I had. When we last spoke, the Golden State Warriors just became NBA champions, again! And now, I have the opportunity to go back to the Bay area for my second year as an…

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Season 2 Finale: A Box Full of Kisses 3:57

2y ago3:57

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Surprise! I’m back! And another surprise, I’m taking another break. I know, I’m sorry. This episode is our season 2 finale, and first let me say how exciting it is to have two seasons of Rebuilding the Beast! Thank you all for coming on this journey with me. It’s been amazing and I’ve learned so much from our guests, and I hope you have too. As I s…

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#64 - Jessica Ping-Wild: Succeeding With Disabilities 43:30

2y ago43:30

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Welcome back! This week we have Jessica Ping-Wild. Jessica is out here changing the game by bringing awareness for people with disabilities. In Jessica’s formative years, she was diagnosed with CHILD syndrome. A syndrome that affects the left side of her body. After going through years of bullying and struggling to find her place, Jessica is now us…

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#63 - Tori Hope Petersen: From Foster Care, To Mrs. Universe, to Author 1:04:14

2y ago1:04:14

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We have an amazing episode for you all today! Tori Petersen is our guest here on Rebuilding the Beast. She’s a best-selling author, Mrs. Universe, a mother, a wife, and a child of the foster care system. Growing up, Tori was placed into foster care after men busted down her doors and took her and her sister. As she got older, she found out that it …

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#62 - Kiera Newsome: 20 Years of Wrongful Incarceration and the Continued Fight 1:15:36

2y ago1:15:36

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Our next guest’s story will make your jaw drop to the floor. In June of 2001, Kiera was incarcerated for a crime she did not commit. When did she get released? Not until almost 20 years later in April of 2020. She was only 16 years old and had her life planned out of how she wanted to break away from the mold she grew up with and create her own jou…

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#61 - Jorge Sanchez: Amputee’s Journey to Olympic Gold 51:04

2y ago51:04

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It’s crazy witnessing the universe align when it’s pushing you to meet someone. A few friends had sent me Jorge Sanchez’s profile saying I needed to have him on the podcast. Then a week later at a Warriors game, I got to meet him and understood why he needed to be on the show. Jorge is a professional wheelchair basketball player and a part of the D…

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#60 - Festus Ezel: Reflecting on the Warriors Victory 27:33

2y ago27:33

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The journey of becoming a sports commentator for the Golden State Warriors was something I never imagined was in store for me. Basketball is my life, and even after my injury, I knew I still needed to be a part of it somehow. So, on this episode, I thought I could reflect on how I got to where I am today. You’ll hear How I didn’t ever plan on becom…

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#59 - Festus Ezeli: The Green Sea Turtle 7:13

2y ago7:13

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It’s story time here on Rebuilding the Beast! This week we’re reading from the book The Why Café by author John P. Strelecky. The book is centered around finding your purpose with some short stories filling the pages. One of those stories is, The Green Sea Turtle, and that’s what you’ll be hearing today. This podcast is all about sharing different …

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#58 - Kelsi Sheren: Veterans, PTSD & Psychedelics 1:31:09

2y ago1:31:09

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Kelsi Sheren is a powerhouse! At the age of 18, Kesli joined the military in Canada and was quickly deployed to Afghanistan after that. She is a fellow podcast host and is the owner of Brass and Unity, a jewelry company that gives 20% of their proceeds to organizations that help veterans. One of her main goals is to help bring awareness to mental h…

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#57: Chloe Hakim-Moore - How to Enjoy Life While Leading Change 56:30

2y ago56:30

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Where to begin on Chloe Hakim-Moore… We recorded this the day after the shooting in Uvalde, Texas and we both had a heavy heart. Talking with Chloe though, hearing all the work she’s doing, especially for kids, inspired me. Chloe is a Social Designer, mental health advocate, a first-generation American born citizen, a business woman, and so much mo…

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Moment of Silence 8:37

2y ago8:37

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On May 24th, 2022, 19 children and 2 teachers were killed after a gunman went to Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Young children’s lives were lost, parents are grieving, and change needs to happen. It’s okay to send out your thoughts and prayers to the lives lost but remember, faith without works, is dead. If you’re wanting change there are…

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#56: Sarah Taylor - Staying the Course: Life After Trauma 1:02:37

2y ago1:02:37

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Trigger Warning: Abduction and Human Trafficking When we talk about how one person’s story can be someone else’s survival guide, this episode is what we mean! Sarah Taylor is a sports psychologist who a few years ago was a victim in an attempted human trafficking abduction. After moving to San Diego to start a new job as a reporter, Sarah was on he…

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#55 - Advice You’d Give Your Younger Self 23:05

2y ago23:05

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This week on Rebuilding the Beast we’re looking back at my favorite answers to my favorite question I ask all my guests, “If you could go back and talk to your younger self, what advice would you give?” You’ll hear; Episode 3 – Nicole Buchanan Episode 4 – Jenna Free Episode 6 – Lauren Sesselmann Episode 7 – Marreese (Mo) Speights Episode 9 – Bridge…

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#54 - Festus Ezeli: Having the Power to Heal Myself 41:23

2y ago41:23

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This past week, I went to the Joe Dispenza retreat in San Diego. It was a week-long meditation retreat that teaches you how to heal your own body. At first, I had a lot of apprehension. Like a week-long retreat? I have to work! But I did, and boy am I glad I did. There was so much I learned, but mainly learned how to love myself and be kind to myse…

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#53 - Mary Shenouda: Trusting Your Gut 1:00:53

2y ago1:00:53

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We’ve got the Paleo Chef here today on Rebuilding the Beast! Mary Shenouda is a private chef whose journey starts all the way back to the 2nd grade. While in elementary school, she would experience extreme headaches that caused her to be sick with no fever, resulting in doubts from her teachers. But after decades of pain, countless trips to the ER,…

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#52 - Festus Ezeli: The Businessman and the Fisherman 6:19

2y ago6:19

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Happy Wednesday everybody! We’re doing something new here on Rebuilding the Beast. Occasionally, I’m going to share a short story. A story that hopefully you all can apply to your life. Our story today is called The Businessman and the Fisherman. This story is a reminder to enjoy the simple things in life and do what makes you happy. We all have th…

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#51 - Fabrice Gautier: How to Rebuild the Body and Mind 59:44

2y ago59:44

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Our next guest is Fabrice Gautier! Fabrice is a major part of many athlete’s journeys and their comebacks with 20 years of experience as a physical therapist and osteopath in Los Angeles. He started out playing soccer and many different sports growing up, but his teenage dream was to play basketball with Magic Johnson for the LA Lakers. He has a di…

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#50 - Victoria Moghaddami: Living with POTS and Learning Gratitude 1:20:05

2+ y ago1:20:05

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Trigger Warning: This episode hits on subjects about suicide and sexual abuse. My friend Victoria Moghaddami is our guest today! Victoria is a huge inspiration to me and a prime example of what it means to be constantly rebuilding yourself. In her 20’s, Victoria was diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome; POTS, which is a blood ci…

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#49 - Tamyra Mensah-Stock: From Tragedy to Olympic Gold 1:03:09

2+ y ago1:03:09

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Olympic Gold Medalist Tamyra Mensah-Stock is my guest today. Tamyra is a pro wrestler as well as the first black woman and only the 2nd woman ever to win gold at the Olympics! This girl is making history! Not only is Tamyra a literal beast on the mat, she’s also using her voice to inspire other young girls and spread the word of God. We cover every…

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#48 - Chester Santos: The International Man of Memory 54:21

2+ y ago54:21

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Our guest today is Chester Santos! Chester is the “International Man of Memory”, also regarded as one of the leading memory experts in the world! After winning the U.S Memory Championship back in 2008, Chester decided to use his skills and help others with their memory. People in business, actors, politicians, and so many more have reached out to C…

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#47 - Neal McDonough: Putting God First While Facing Hollywood 1:02:07

2+ y ago1:02:07

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“In fire, gold is tested.” - Sirach Chapter 2 Today we have my friend and favorite person, Neal McDonough! Neal is a devout Catholic, Husband, Father, Actor, and overall good person. Anytime I speak to Neal, I learn so much and wish I could talk to him for hours. We cover a lot on this episode. How Neal always puts his family and God first, then hi…

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#46 - Honey Beuf & Tess Kunik: The Liv Project 40:10

2+ y ago40:10

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TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide Today, we have Honey Beuf and Tess Kunik, a mother and daughter duo who are founders of The Liv Project; an organization created after Honey lost her daughter, and Tess her sister, Liv, to suicide back in 2019. It’s a tough conversation, but something that needs to be talked about. And both Honey and Tess have turned their …

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#45 - Solomzi Nqweni: Powering Through Gillian-Barré Syndrome 1:18:03

2+ y ago1:18:03

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This episode, we spend some time with Solomzi Nqweni, a professional Cricket player for the Aberdeenshire Cricket Club in Scotland. At the young age of 26, Solomzi developed a rare auto immune disease called Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a disorder where the immune system attacks the nerves, leaving him in the hospital for 9 months before starting a lon…

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#44 - Elie Samaha: Building Things You Believe In 38:59

2+ y ago38:59

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Our guest today is Elie Samaha, a Los Angeles based business tycoon. Elie is going to take us through his rebuilding journey from being an immigrant from Lebanon who didn’t think he’d live past the age of 18, to today, being a Real Estate mogul, Movie Producer, family man, and so much more. He’s also my friend and mentor, and I’m so excited to have…

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#43 - Cindy Jarrett: Bringing Truth Back Into Dating (Part 2) 1:02:44

2+ y ago1:02:44

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We are back for part 2 with Cindy Jarrett! Cindy gifted us with so much wisdom that we had to split it up for you all. As we sat down and talked, I reflected on myself and the times I could’ve been a better partner and I know you will also gain something from this conversation. Here, Cindy dives deeper into Conscious Dating and tackling more questi…

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#42 - Cindy Jarrett: Bringing Truth Back Into Dating (Part 1) 1:06:27

2+ y ago1:06:27

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Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ On this special episode, author and consultant Cindy Jarrett shares insights from her book, Path of the Golden Heart: Conscious Dating in an Unconscious World. With the overload of dating apps, sometimes we wonder if we can ever find our beloved person. Cindy gives thoughtful advice on the resonance we exude, learning how …

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#41 - Mia Styles: Waking Up To A Nightmare 39:03

2+ y ago39:03

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Mia Styles; CEO, mother, and grandmother. Today, our guest fearlessly reveals how she was awoken to police raiding her house, arresting her husband and searching for evidence. A man who she would soon discover is a serial child predator. Mia shares her gripping story of experiencing grief and trauma for the very first time, how she learned to rebui…

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#40 - Festus Ezeli: Taking Time to Rebuilding My Beast 6:26

2+ y ago6:26

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After a comment from a friend, I realized that I haven’t been taking enough time for myself lately. I’ve been trying to fill the cup of others instead of my own. But, it’s time to practice what I preach and Rebuild my Beast a little stronger. With that said, I will be taking some time to recalibrate. Thank you all for your continued love and suppor…

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#39 - Festus Ezeli: What 2021 Has Taught Me 18:44

2+ y ago18:44

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from all of us here at the Rebuilding the Beast podcast! What a wild ride 2021 has been for everyone! Through the ups and downs, I have learned a lot about myself, what I want in life and how to do things differently. Today's episode is short and sweet but very dear to my heart. Cheers to 2022 everyone! Be sure to r…

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