Posts in category: Season 1

In this mid season episode Charlie sits down with Travis Thomas, who has made a significant impact in his life over the last several years. Travis Thomas breaks down for our listeners the inspiring and life changing lessons learned from Travis’s philosophy of “live yes and”. Charlie and Travis talk about the importance of values and being intentional about how we respond to life’s challenges. You will enjoy Charlie’s vulnerability as his friend takes him through a bit of improv during their time together. We accept what is happening and say, “Yes and….what do I want to do next.” Enjoy. Since its release in 2016, Travis’ first book has inspired teams, companies, and individuals all over the world! In that time, Travis has gone on to share the ideas and principles to high-performing cultures helping get them “unstuck” by developing a “Yes, And” mindset and culture! He is currently on the coaching staff for the United States Men’s National Soccer Team focusing on leadership, team dynamics, and culture. Learn more about Travis at http://liveyesand.com/ Follow @liveyesand on Instagram.

On this powerful episode the inspiring Dr. Robb Kelly shares his journey from homeless on the streets of Manchester, England to living a full and purpose driven life. He shares his “Ah-ha” moment that allowed him to move “out of the disease and into the solution.” Dr. Robb Kelly has a true zest for life and knows the power of recovery firsthand. He is courageous and incredibly caring and it’s a conversation I will never forget – neither will you. Today, Robb Kelly, PhD is a world-renowned addiction expert who believes in treating the problem, not the symptoms. He has worked for many years helping addicts and alcoholics to RECOVER their lives from the disease of addiction. To learn more about Dr. Robb Kelly and his recovery group visit https://robbkelly.com/

Chris Ross a serial entrepreneur and host of the Win Win Effect Podcast. Chris sits down with Charlie from his home in London, England to share how he has overcome adversity and challenges in his life to become the man and father he is today. Chris is an award winning sales trainer and recently created a new multimedia company, Winject Studios, to scale, promote and develop highly successful podcast content. His message is powerful and direct as he speaks to our audience about the importance of vulnerability and taking action. He is a true friend. Learn more at winject.com and chrisrossofficial.com

In this episode Charlie sits down with his dear friend RJ Elizarraz who shares his inspiring and powerful journey of overcoming a severe heroin addiction to become a successful entrepreneur, business owner, father and son. Just four years ago RJ was homeless hanging a sign on the 118 freeway in Simi Valley begging for change to feed his addiction. With a life in ruins in the wake of his addiction RJ shares his powerful transformation. Today, RJ is the founder of Oak Forest Recovery and has committed his life to help countless young men and women find recovery. His life is full of meaningful connections, in fact, the father that once feared for his sons life spends every week along side RJ cooking and serving the men and women that are fighting for their own lives to overcome addiction and alcoholism. His other entrepreneurial interest include Mad Rose Media. His is a true story of overcoming obstacles and life challenges to give us all so much hope.

Warning: This episode contains graphic description of sexual abuse, addiction and trauma that could be triggering for some and is not suitable for children. In this inspiring and powerful episode of Overcome Outloud Charlie sits down with Erika Sandor-Zur who shares her deeply moving story of overcoming addiction, her eating disorder and living on the streets to becoming a professional tennis player. Erika leaves nothing to the imagination in describing her spiral into a lonely life of drugs, alcohol and using her body to feed her addiction. Listen as she shares the amazing journey of finding sobriety, dealing with her past and embracing her future. On her healing path she will meet Nick Bollettieri to find herself once again competing in a sport she had left behind so many years ago. She is committed to her personal growth and thrives as a mother, wife, and athlete. You will not want to miss one word of this episode.

On this episode of Overcome Outloud NFL Super Bowl champion wide receiver Chris Thomas shares his inspiring and powerful story of overcoming an emotionally devastating injury, being released and the imposing judgement of coaches to change his mindset and thrive. Chris Thomas went from being ready to hang up his cleats to hoisting the Lombardi trophy by reframing his experiences and learning to unlock every chamber of the mind to perform at the highest level. Chris will give listers an inside look at his over 8-year NFL career and the lessons he learned that you can apply in your own life. Today, Chris is inspiring others through his Fusion Odyssey platform and teaching athletes to unlock their own minds to play at the highest level.

On this episode of Overcome Outloud Charlie sits down with Joel Relampagos whose story is compelling and inspiring. Charlie is honored to call him a friend. After coming out on MTV in an emotionally charged and very public way Joel’s star was on the rise. His talent was very evident to everyone in Hollywood as he rose through the ranks and became a well known and respected executive producer. Best known for his work executive producing NBC’s hit show The Biggest Loser, his work also includes Hell’s Kitchen and Going For Broke with Ashton Kutcher. On the outside Joel seemed to have it all. The cars, the house, the money, and the dream Hollywood job, but in the inside he was sad and lonely, and turned to alcohol to numb the pain. Listen as Joel vulnerably shares about coming to terms with childhood trauma, finding recovery and now turning his attention to smashing the stigma of mental health issues and addiction through his program Change Your Algorithm.