Battle Harder
The Battle Harder Podcast is where pain becomes power. Hosted by Coach Rob—a veteran, former cop, actor, and mental health advocate—this show dives deep into stories of resilience, grit, and growth. From overcoming trauma to building discipline and finding purpose, each episode brings raw truth, real conversations, and a warrior mindset to fuel your personal development journey. Turn your pain into progress—one episode at a time.
Episodes
32 episodes
The Power of Words: Reframing, Faith & Freedom w/ Nina Perez
What’s up warriors — Coach Rob here. Today I sit down with Nina Perez (author, speaker, and host of Straight Talk No Sugar Added) to unpack a raw, faith-fueled comeback story: surviving abuse and homelessness, escaping a near-death domestic vio...
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Crayons, Combat & Kids’ Books: The Real Story of a Modern Marine Leader
He’s active-duty Marine Corps. He’s a husband and father. He’s also the award-winning author behind Crow From the Shadow, Billy Dipper’s Time to Shine, and Horse the Horsefly. Major Olalu “Lou” Ogunyemi sits down with Coach Rob to talk Marine C...
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Low Confidence – How to Rebuild Trust With Yourself
Confidence isn’t built in the mirror — it’s built in the trenches of consistency. In this Battle Ready Series episode, Coach Rob breaks down how to rebuild trust with yourself when your confidence has hit rock bottom.From broken promises...
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Trapped in 2020, Free in 2025: Emily’s Journey from Abuse to Influence
Calm in the chaos. That’s how hospice executive and author Emily describes leadership—and life—after escaping a toxic relationship during COVID. In this conversation, Coach Rob and Emily go deep on emotional intelligence, faith used as control,...
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From Vision Loss to Visionary: Michael Leung Fight to Change Hearing Forever
What do you do when life blindsides you—literally? For Michael Lang, it meant turning pain, loss, and setbacks into a global mission. After nearly losing his sight, battling ADHD, and spiraling through rebellion, depression, and financial ruin,...
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WARNING Don't Let Perfectionism KILL Your Dreams!
How many times have you said: “I’ll start when I’m ready… I’ll launch when it’s perfect… I’ll wait until I feel more confident”?Here’s the truth: you’ll never feel ready. And waiting for the “perfect” time is the fastest way to kill you...
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From Asshole to Awesome
From Asshole to Awesome: The Power of Fundamentals with Ernest Wood | Battle Harder PodcastWhat happens when you finally get sick of your own excuses? In this episode, Coach Rob sits down with Ernest Wood—Navy Submarine Veteran, men’s c...
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Fear of Failure: Turning Setbacks Into Data and Fuel Instead of Shame
Most people let the fear of failure control their lives. They avoid risks, quit too early, or never even start — not because they failed, but because of the shame and judgment they attach to failure.Here’s the truth: failure is not the ...
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Deadlifts, Downriver & Discipline: Crafting a Life That Heals
you’ve faced battles most never fought. Today, Army veteran, air-assault qualified medic, and former competitive powerlifter Antoinette Lee sits down with Coach Rob to unpack a lifetime of resilience: rappelling into danger, carrying soldiers t...
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Poor Health Habits – Sleep, diet, alcohol, and the downward spiral.
You can’t out-train a poor lifestyle. In this episode of the Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob dives into one of the biggest reasons men stay stuck: poor health habits.From late nights scrolling, fast food on the go, relying on caffeine ...
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Why I Feel Like a Warrior Every Day
In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Rob sits down with Cole DeRosa — a 29-year U.S. Army veteran, Ranger, endurance athlete, and four-time Spartan World Champion.At 53 years old, Cole is still competing (a...
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STOP Waiting for Motivation: Build Systems. Get Disciplined.
Most people think they need more motivation. Truth: motivation is a liar—it shows up when it wants and disappears when you need it most. In this Battle Ready solo, Coach Rob breaks down why you feel stuck and how to build simple systems that ma...
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Life Is Crazy: Surviving Divorce, Layoffs & Suicidal Ideation w/ Veteran Brandon Held
You’ve fought battles most people never see. Today’s guest, Brandon Held—Air Force and Army veteran, podcaster, and life coach—opens up about career derailments, multiple divorces, corporate layoffs, and a suicide attempt…and how he rebuilt wit...
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How To Battle Information Overload
Title Suggestion:STOP Learning. START Doing. | Battle Ready Ep. 1Description:🚨 Welcome to the very first episode of the Battle Ready Series on the Battle Harder Podcast. 🚨Too many people are drowning in podcasts, boo...
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From Trauma to TRIUMPH Amanda Bearce Shares Her Story on Battle Harder
What happens when survival mode becomes your normal? For Amanda Bearce, growing up with a father battling addiction and mental illness meant living in constant fear and fight-or-flight. But when she became a mother, Amanda knew the cycle had to...
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Why Success Without Health is Failure
In this powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, we sit down with Brian Parana—a transformative health and lifestyle coach for high performers—to unpack how adversity shaped his mission to help others rise.From growing up without ...
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From Fired to Flourishing: How to Elevate Your Inner Game
When Dr. Ryan Gottfredson was unexpectedly fired from Gallup, it wasn’t just a career shake-up—it was a catalyst for profound personal transformation. In this powerful conversation, Coach Rob and Dr. Gottfredson unpack how adversity can become ...
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Mental Fitness Over Everything: Turning Pain into Power with Colin C. Thompson
What if pain wasn’t your enemy—but your training partner?In this powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Ironman athlete and Certified Positive Intelligence Coach Colin C. Thompson shares the mindset that transformed...
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Beyond the Darkness: Healing Through Pain, Altitude, and Haunted Places
What happens after you've lost it all—your health, your marriage, your purpose? For Dr. Chad Scott, the answer came from facing death head-on and finding meaning in the shadows. In this gripping episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Co...
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"Faith, Fire, and Fighting Back: Mr. Whiskey’s Journey from Hell to Healing"
Mr. Whiskey’s story is not one of victimhood—it’s one of violent beginnings, raw truth, and the relentless pursuit of healing. From surviving a toxic home and joining the Navy at 17, to navigating addiction, faith, and identity, this episode of...
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From Booze to Barbells: How Jacob Hiers Rebuilt His Life Through Fitness
Jacob Hiers is a father, husband, entrepreneur, and bodybuilder who's turned his pain into power. In this episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Jacob opens up about unknowingly battling alcoholism while raising a family and running a business—u...
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Lions Don’t Fold: Sean Whalen on Divorce, Fatherhood, and Building Without Apology" (Live Replay)
🔥 Guest: Sean Whalen🦁 CEO – Lions Not Sheep📍 Recorded Live | Salt Lake City🎯 Theme: From Breakdown to Breakthrough — Becoming a Free ManEpisode Summary:In this powerful episode, Coach Rob goes one-on-one with the raw...
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From Combat to Community: Donavin Britt on Being a Man, Leader & Protector
🔥 Host: Coach Rob | Battle Harder PodcastIn this raw and powerful episode of The Battle Harder Podcast, Coach Donavin Britt shares what it means to become a dangerous, disciplined, and good man. A father. A protector. A warrior forged t...
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Vulnerability Saved My Life: A Cop’s Journey from Trauma to Transformation
After 30 years of service as a police officer, Mike Morgan didn’t just walk away with a badge—he walked away with trauma, emotional scars, and an identity crisis that nearly broke him. But it wasn’t until he watched a Navy SEAL cry on the Shawn...
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