Best Digital Human Rights Lab Podcasts (2024)

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Hack Your Performance in Special Forces Style with Dr. Reggie O’Hara 23:09

10m ago23:09

23:09

Discover the secrets of elite performers straight from a Special Forces expert! In this episode, Dr. Reginald O'Hara who has been working with special forces in the Department of Defense for 23 years. reveals how top soldiers push their limits and stay sharp. He explains game-changing techniques to boost your own performance, from breathing tricks …

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3 Simple Changes to Transform Your Health, Wellness, and Energy with Yuri Elkaim 27:04

4d ago27:04

27:04

Most people struggle with low energy, willpower, and motivation. But what if you could feel energized and excited about life again? In this episode, former pro soccer player turned health entrepreneur Yuri Elkaim shares his unexpected journey from playing on the world stage to finding a new purpose through wellness. Yuri reveals the single change t…

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F45's Revival: Inside Tom Dowd's Successful Turnaround of a Fitness Brand 36:44

16d ago36:44

36:44

In this episode, fitness mogul Tom Dowd reveals how he went from working long hours in his family's supermarket business to partnering with Mark Wahlberg and saving struggling franchise F45. Growing up instilled a strong work ethic in Dowd, but his biggest test came when he took over F45 in crisis. Through strategic partnerships, focusing on cultur…

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Make Profit in Tropical Paradise: Investing in Zanzibar with Kalojan Georgiev 22:30

18d ago22:30

22:30

In this episode, Joe De Sena, chats with his friend Kalojan Georgiev, currently residing in Zanzibar. Kalojan provides an engaging insight into the untapped potential of Zanzibar as a prime investment destination and a wonderful place to live. Kalojan highlights the significant return on investment in Zanzibar, which can reach up to 15-20%, far exc…

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Fit at 98: Lala LaLanne’s Longevity Secrets 29:55

25d ago29:55

29:55

Meet the world's toughest inspiration - 98-year-old Lala LaLanne! In this episode, Joe De Sena sits down with the fitness legend to uncover her secrets to breaking records, crushing workouts, and staying motivated well into her 90s. Listen as Elaine shares incredible stories of her and her late husband Jack's accomplishments over the decades. She'l…

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It's Never Too Late to Test Your Limits with Gwendolyn Bounds 30:22

1M ago30:22

30:22

Tired of feeling stuck in a rut? Discover how taking on new challenges can make you feel alive again at any age. In this empowering episode, Gwendolyn Bounds shares how she conquered self-doubt and found her inner athlete later in life. She discusses her transformation from a sedentary to a competitive obstacle course racer through grit and communi…

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Too Much Comfort Kills | Joe de Sena and Zackary Paben 31:51

1M ago31:51

31:51

Joe and Zackary delve into the powerful symbolism behind carrying a couch through Spartan Races, a tribute to those struggling with addiction and a call to leave comfort for the community. Zach shares his personal story of overcoming addiction and physical challenges, emphasizing the importance of helping others, especially adaptive athletes, to co…

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How to Turn Challeges Into Triumph with Kristin Smedley 28:06

2M ago28:06

28:06

When Kristin Smedley's young son was diagnosed as blind, she was devastated. But rather than accepting limits, she became fiercely determined to give him every opportunity. Tapping into creative problem-solving skills from her own athletic past, Kristin empowered her son to navigate life fearlessly. Through using all available tools and relentless …

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Take Back Control of Your Life Now: Hal Elrod and How to Beat the Odds 25:54

2M ago25:54

25:54

Tired of just getting by each day without making progress toward your goals? Learn how one man used an unconventional morning routine to overcome a near-death experience, beat cancer against all odds, and write a bestselling book impacting millions. Hal Elrod shares his strategies for developing resilience in the face of adversity, finding peace wi…

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Spartan Mindset in Modern Business | Joe de Sena and Kevin Kaiser 28:41

2M ago28:41

28:41

Kevin Kaiser has an unconventional approach to business that was shaped by his roots growing up on a farm in Canada. As a professor at Wharton, one of the top business schools in the world, Kaiser is challenging the status quo. In this fascinating podcast episode, Kaiser shares the philosophies that have made him an outlier - treating companies lik…

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The Shocking Truth About Fitness That Will Change Your Life 33:30

2M ago33:30

33:30

Dr. John Jaquish discovered a revolutionary way to build strong bones that goes against everything you've been told. In this insightful conversation with Joe De Sena, Dr, John reveals how he cured his own mother's osteoporosis and created a $100 million business - all by ignoring conventional wisdom. He will also open your eyes to why workouts like…

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Lessons on Continuous Learning and Pushing Yourself with Peter Frintzilas 18:00

2M ago18:00

18:00

In this episode, Joe se Sena is having an insightful conversation with TeamSnap CEO Pete Frintzilas. Pete shares how facing challenges as a child of immigrants built his resilience and success. He discusses lessons learned on instilling a strong work ethic in kids without spoiling them. Joe and Pete also discuss how continuous learning and seeking …

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The Sales Engineer: Victor Antonio's Winning Strategies 28:30

3M ago28:30

28:30

Victor Antonio knows what it's like to struggle. Growing up in poverty-stricken Chicago housing projects, he faced an uphill battle. But through grit and determination, he climbed his way to the top. In this fascinating episode, Victor pulls back the curtain on his amazing success story. From food stamps as a child to writing bestsellers, he shares…

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Building Reebok: Finding the Right Space at the Right Time | Joe Foster 22:43

3M ago22:43

22:43

In this episode of The Hard Way podcast, Joe De Sena interviews Paul Foster, the founder of the iconic fitness brand Reebok. Tune in as Foster recounts growing up in a family shoe business plagued by infighting, and his risky decision to break out on his own with his brother. Listen how this small startup found its big break by pivoting to capitali…

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Joe De Sena and Shawn Nelson Debate: Do we really need a couch? 26:25

3M ago26:25

26:25

The Lovesac founder Shawn Nelson started with a silly college project - giant beanbags. Now he leads the top-selling couch brand in America. How did he go from dorm room side hustle to building a business worth billions? Tune in as Shawn shares his wild journey of overcoming failures, bankruptcy and naysayers. Plus, hear Shawn and Joe discussing th…

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Overcoming Obstacles Together: Tools for Elite Performers' Marriages | Amy Wine 24:16

3M ago24:16

24:16

When does pursuing your goals mean neglecting your relationships? For high-performing couples, maintaining intimacy may become hard and require intentionality. In this episode, Amy Wine shares her strategies for helping elite athletes, entrepreneurs and busy professionals prioritize connection - even when life gets hectic. Learn a system for design…

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Of Films and Phonetics: The Digitization of Yukon History 31:26

4M ago31:26

31:26

In today’s episode, we’re commemorating over 125 years of the creation of the Yukon Territory. We speak with Paul Caesar-Jules, a Kaska youth from Watson Lake. He tells us about his work at Liard First Nation’s Language Department, where he digitizes tapes of elders communicating in Dene languages. We also hear from Yukon historian Michael Gates, w…

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Why Most People Don't Succeed (And How to Beat the Odds) | Dre Baldwin 20:20

4M ago20:20

20:20

While most would have quit after repeatedly getting cut from teams, Dre Baldwin refused to give up on his basketball dreams. This episode shares his incredible journey from benchwarmer to going pro, despite the countless setbacks along the way. You'll learn how he maintained an unstoppable motivation to improve day after day through strategies like…

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Truth About Sugar, Fat, and Reversing Insulin Resistance | Robby Barbaro 29:22

4M ago29:22

29:22

Tired of conflicting advice on diabetes? This episode sets the record straight. Dr. Robbie Barbero, who reversed his own Type 1 diabetes with a plant-based diet, unpacks the science on what really causes insulin resistance.ro You'll be shocked to learn it's NOT sugar as you've been told. Dr. Barbero reveals new research proving dietary fat - not su…

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Champagne in Charlottetown: PEI and the Road to Confederation 24:59

4M ago24:59

24:59

In this episode, we travel back to the moment Prince Edward Island entered Confederation, over 150 years ago. Historian Dr. Edward MacDonald takes us back to the Charlottetown Conference, where it’s said that discussions about the Dominion of Canada flowed over several glasses of champagne. He’ll also help us understand why PEI joined the country s…

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Parenting Tips for the Digital Age | Parenting Coach Andy Goldstrom 25:04

4M ago25:04

25:04

This episode follows the transformation of successful entrepreneur Andy Goldstrom from a results-driven corporate executive to a compassionate parenting coach. Faced with his own daughter's mental health struggles, Andy realized the tough love approach that worked in business failed his family. Through difficult lessons and parent coaching certific…

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Canada’s surprising relationship to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 27:44

5M ago27:44

27:44

In 1947, Canadian lawyer John Peters Humphrey worked with other members of the Commission on Human Rights to write the first draft of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. On December 10, 1948, it was adopted by the UN General Assembly in Paris. It’s been over 75 years since this definitive moment, one in which world leaders pledged to do ever…

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Finding Your Sweet Spot: Leveraging Strengths, Interests, and Values for Success | James King 22:35

5M ago22:35

22:35

Tired of being average? Want to take your game to the next level and become unstoppable? This episode will show you how to maximize your innate strengths, tap into your deepest interests, and unleash an unstoppable drive to win. Former military strategist James King shares his science-backed approach to identifying your "sweet spot" and aligning yo…

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Marketing Mastermind: Seth Godin on Viral Growth and Community Building 24:47

5M ago24:47

24:47

In this episode, marketing pioneer Seth Godin shares his proven strategies for building viral movements and brands. He and the Spartan founder Joe De Sena talk about the power of cultivating small, passionate communities over mass appeal. Godin draws from his experience helping top brands connect through stories and building a community. He explain…

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Of fugitives and orators: The characters behind the RCMP’s complicated history 29:37

5M ago29:37

29:37

In May 2023, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) commemorated its 150th anniversary. The federal police force – which originally started out as the North-West Mounted Police – is almost as old as the Dominion of Canada itself. This episode examines the complex and painful history of an institution that has historically mistreated Indigenous pe…

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Beyond Stereotypes: Redefining Masculinity Through Authenticity 23:06

5M ago23:06

23:06

In this episode, Joe De Sena interviews Michael Holt from Savage and Saint on redefining masculinity through integrity, authenticity and inner strength. They discuss growing up tough and how it shapes character, plus the importance of discipline and relaxation in achieving goals and relationships. Michael shares his daily wellness routine of medita…

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‘Humiliation Day’, A Look Back at the Impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act 20:19

5M ago20:19

20:19

Chinese-Canadians have a long history in Canada. In the 1880s, thousands of Chinese men helped build the Canadian Pacific Railway for a fraction of the wages paid to other labourers. Immediately after the railroad's completion, the Canadian government imposed the head tax, a fee that was exclusively applied to most people arriving from China. Soon …

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Introducing Canadian Time Machine 1:12

6M ago1:12

1:12

Why did the Yukon split from the Northwest territories? Who were the first inhabitants of Prince Edward Island? Plus… what does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights mean for Canadians? Welcome to season two of Canadian Time Machine – a podcast that unpacks key milestones in our country’s history. To read the episode transcripts in French and E…

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Never Quit: Craig Levinson's Story of Pivoting from Failure to Success 23:46

6M ago23:46

23:46

Craig Levinson has overcome countless obstacles on his journey from South Africa to Silicon Valley. After immigrating as a teen, he chased his basketball dreams in the US only to have a devastating injury end his career. But he refused to quit, pivoting to build supplement brands and manage inspirational clients. Through it all, 3 principles have g…

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Getting Kids Moving: Solutions to the Physical Inactivity Crisis | Amy Bantham 15:46

6M ago15:46

15:46

Tired of kids glued to screens when they should be running around outside? Frustrated with the lack of PE and recess in schools? Dr. Amy Bantham has had enough - and she's starting a revolution to get our youth active again. As the founder of Move to Live More, Amy is trying to empower families and schools in a fight against physical inactivity. In…

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From the Brink of Death to the Forefront of Healthcare Innovation | Jacob Peters 36:17

6M ago36:17

36:17

Jacob Peters almost died after a COVID-19 vaccine left him hospitalized. Instead of accepting defeat, he was driven to help others avoid similar struggles. His new company Superpower aims to put people in charge of their health data and connect them to innovative care. This episode follows Jacob's incredible journey—from building Legos into a six-f…

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Challenging the Status Quo: Disrupting the $2 Trillion Alcohol Industry | Ruari Fairbairns 23:41

6M ago23:41

23:41

Tired of the same old drinking culture? In this unconventional podcast episode, Spartan CEO Joe De Sena joins forces with wellness entrepreneur Ruari Fairbairns to drop bombshell strategies for helping people take back control over their lives from Big Alcohol. From waking guests at dawn with burpees to proposing "water-only" bars, these disruptors…

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From Lab to Market: Navigating the Obstacles of Medical Innovation | Dr Jeff Karp 19:54

7M ago19:54

19:54

In this fascinating discussion, Dr. Jeff Karp, a top biomedical innovator pulls back the curtain on the difficult journey medical breakthroughs must take to actually help patients. From navigating financial hurdles and clinical trial complexities to manufacturing challenges, hear the surprising barriers promising cures often face on their journey t…

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Starve Yourself of Synthetic Pleasures: Find Authentic Challenges | Seth Goldstein 13:43

7M ago13:43

13:43

Tired of synthetic pleasures leaving you unfulfilled? Former financier and entrepreneur Seth Goldstein knows how easy it is to fall for fake dopamine hits. But he firmly believes that through discipline and authentic challenges like the Spartan Race, people can find genuine happiness and fulfillment. In this episode, Seth shares his journey of crea…

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90% Indoors: How Disconnecting from Nature is Hurting our Health | Mason Kuhr 14:51

7M ago14:51

14:51

Tired of feeling drained? Struggling with inflammation or other health issues? Mason Kuhr shares his holistic approach to tapping into your inner strength. Through simple daily rituals like cold exposure, meditation, and burpees, Mason has optimized his energy levels, productivity, and recovery. He'll reveal how reconnecting with nature can bo…

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Achieving Your Dreams: The Power of Your Circle and Consistent Action | Dominic Schlueter 23:09

7M ago23:09

23:09

Dominic Schlueter was a regular kid who loved running. Through consistency, the right influences, and taking action on his dreams, he's built a thriving podcast and brand at just 18 years old. In this episode, Dominic recounts how from a young age he found joy in challenging himself on the track. That drive soon led him to seek out greater obstacle…

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SquidHaus's Secret Weapon: How to Dominate the Fitness World | Lukas Pakter 26:45

8M ago26:45

26:45

Joe De Sena sits down with a young entrepreneur Lukas Pakter, the founder of the SquidHaus fitness apparel company, to discuss sensitive global issues with nuance, as well as Lucas' unconventional path to building his booming athletic apparel brand. Lucas shares his viral strategy of leveraging an "influential army" of top fitness creators to take …

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Forging Anti-Fragility: Build Strength Through Challenge | Brian Johnson 36:21

8M ago36:21

36:21

In this powerful episode, Spartan founder Joe De Sena sits down for an in-depth conversation with the amazing Brian Johnson, also known as the Heroic Philosopher CEO. They discuss Brian's strategies for building anti-fragile confidence through consistent action. Brian shares how we can close the gap between who we are and who we want to be by doing…

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Time to Escape the Comfort Zone | Michael Easter 34:37

8M ago34:37

34:37

In this hard-hitting episode, bestselling author Michael Easter joins Joe De Sena to discuss the dangers of our addiction to comfort in the modern world. They explore how technologies like social media and junk food use the same psychological tricks as slot machines to hijack our brains. Easter reveals the "scarcity loop" that makes these activitie…

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Re-Invent Yourself to Find Your True Self | Craig Siegel 24:09

8M ago24:09

24:09

Joe De Sena interviews Craig Siegel who is an author and motivational speaker. While having a successful business on Wall St Craig felt unfulfilled. He re-invented himself and constantly pushed himself into discomfort until he found a passion that would get him out of bed in the morning. He now helps others find their true potential and calling.…

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The Plant Based Truth Exposed? | Kameron Waters 51:46

9M ago51:46

51:46

Joe De Sena sits down with Co-Director of Christspiracy, Kameron Waters who talks about his upcoming film which he and his co-director bought back from Netflix making it the first of its kind to do so. This is the sequel to the popular Seaspiracy, What the Health and Cowspiracy which explores The Spirituality Secret kept hidden for thousands of yea…

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Unlocking Your Inner Zelensky | Jessie Kanzer 25:07

10M ago25:07

25:07

Jessie Kanzer, author of UNLOCKING YOUR INNER ZELENSKY shares profound life lessons drawn from Volodymyr Zelensky's words and actions, and shows us how we too can access our Inner Zelensky to improve how we lead, conduct ourselves, and how we live. Jessie Kanzer, a half-Ukrainian child of the USSR who had a small part in Zelensky’s first major film…

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From Retired Navy Seal to COO of Defy 26:26

10M ago26:26

26:26

On this episode Joe De Sena interviews Eric Frohardt who is a retired Navy Seal and purple heart recipient. Eric talks about his time in active service and his transition to becoming COO of Defy. Episode presented by Mudgear.

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Persevering Through Life's Obstacles | Ed Hajim 33:11

10M ago33:11

33:11

On this episode of The Hard Way Joe De Sena sits down with Ed Hajim, a successful Wall Street executive who persevered through some of life's hardest tests as a young child. Ed was kidnapped by his father at 3 years old and left in foster care and continued to fight through all the obstacles in front of him to now living a life of giving back to yo…

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Spatial Computing Horizons: Impact of Augmented Reality - Interview with Alastair Reynolds 1:03:26

11M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Welcome back to The Cyberdelic Podcast! In today's deep dive, we're navigating the intricate dance between technology and humanity with the renowned science fiction author-scientist Alastair Reynolds and our own Nils Pihl. Together, they delve into the profound implications of augmented reality as portrayed in Alastair’s narratives and the looming …

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Why You Should Spartan The F*** Up | Zach Even Esh 34:34

11M ago34:34

34:34

Joe brings on longtime friend and an original Spartan; Zach Even Esh. Joe and Zach talk about why it's important to toughen up in modern times and what the reasons are for the increase of softness in society.

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End User, a short sci-fi story by Alastair Reynolds 33:19

1y ago33:19

33:19

We are BACK for season 2! In this season's premiere episode, we're taking a slightly different approach. We're diving into the world of science fiction with a special treat. We are incredibly honored to present a story penned by Alastair Reynolds! Known for his masterful storytelling in hard science fiction, Reynolds' work often explores the vastne…

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Fighting against loneliness + fostering human connection | Andrea Miller 27:20

12M ago27:20

27:20

Andrea Miller is the founder and CEO of YourTango, an independent, purpose-driven publisher focused on relationships, emotional resilience, love, and self-empowerment tha attracts more than 23 million unique visitors each month organically. Joe and Andrea talk about the loneliness epidemic and how the modern tools out there have made fostering rela…

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Solving the Mystery of the Metabolism | Angelo Poli 30:33

1y ago30:33

30:33

Joe interviews Angelo Poli who is the founder of Metabolic Profiling (MetPro), which is an advanced methodology that analyzes a person’s specific response to diet and activity, and adjusts based on their personal needs and goals. Angelo breaks down his process for helping thousands of people achieve their goal weight and how the metabolism works di…

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How to Manifest the Relationship of Your Dreams | Jaime Bronstein 28:24

1y ago28:24

28:24

Jaime Bronstein, LCSW is a relationship therapist, coach, host of “Love Talk Live” on LA Talk Radio, wife, and mama. She was named the #1 relationship coach transforming lives in 2020 by YahooFinance. Joe sits down with her to talk about manifesting and what it takes to turn dreams into reality through hard work and faith. Instagram: https://www.in…

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