Dave and Mike talk about the concept of perseverance. Learning how to continue to work towards something when you’re not making progress, feeling discouraged and receiving opposition from others is an elite leadership skill. They are joined by their A/V wizard, Claudio, who shares some personal struggles he’s been encountering and Dave and Mike walk each other through some details in their own lives on how they strive to be more perseverant on a daily basis.
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Dave and Mike discuss their latest pod bod updates and two new recommendations including one of Dave’s favorite cigars and one of the supplements Mike’s been using to lose body fat. The main topic of the episode is criticism; both how they deal with receiving it and a process to help provide constructive criticism both personally and professionally.
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Dave and Mike sit down for their double nickels episode. The conversation kicks off with Bitcoin, Google, and finishes with the importance of becoming a great decision maker. Mike breaks down some of his investment thoughts and Dave walks us through how he continually works on the habits that are essential in becoming a decisive leader.
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Dave and Mike talk about the power of intention. In today’s society, we see too often that we wake up hoping for the best instead of leading with intention and taking action on what we know we should. They discuss how they strive to be intentional both personally and professionally along with some of the mistakes they’ve made along the way.
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Dave and Mike discuss the topic of complacency, the importance of avoiding it in their own lives, and why progressive routines are critical to staying persistent. The No Snooze team also discusses a relationship piece that someone in Dave’s circle has been going through.
Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Dave and Mike talk about their current experiences with interviews along with some helpful tips and strategies they have been applying in their current job markets.
Feb 15, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Dave and Mike sit down for part one of a two part episode that includes updating one another on their pod bod journeys, the babies and some current events.
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 51
The No Snooze Podcast is officially 50 episodes in! Dave and Mike are joined by their better halves for one to remember. They discuss the concept of self negotiation along with some personal updates, random true or false questions and life scenarios.
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Dave and Mike answer questions that have come in over the past few weeks. Some of the topics include facing adversity, developing personal habits, building a successful routine, and of course, some lighthearted moments.
Jan 25, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Dave and Mike start off with a detailed update on the progress they’ve been making with the diets. The topics for the episode include battling stress, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and how they work through it all in their own lives.
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Dave and Mike talk about some early adjustments they’ve made on their quest to 10% body fat. The episode is unique as they dive into new territory and discuss the four personality types in Shawn Stevenson’s new book; Eat Smarter.
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Dave and Mike open up 2021 looking to get better. They discuss their plans to get down to 10 percent body fat and they each choose a word for the year that will remind them of what they want to become and what they want to accomplish.
Jan 04, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Dave and Mike recap their original goals set on episode 002 of the podcast back in 2019. Through a year that has been dominated by the Covid-19 pandemic, they discuss what they were able to accomplish along with the many things they fell short on. New goals have been set for 2021 and they are extremely excited for the challenges and new year ahead.
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Dave and Mike sit down for a fun episode right before the holidays. They talk about some of their favorite holiday traditions, an epic cheat day for Dave and the importance of recharging before the new year.
Dec 21, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Dave and Mike talk about some gifting ideas for men. They touch on grooming, fashion, hobbies and Mike starts a great conversation on whether the Peloton is worth the investment. Dave shares a great story and speaks to those who may be facing some adversity this holiday season.
Dec 14, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 43
As Dave and Mike are 5 months into their parenting experience, they discuss some of their toughest challenges and favorite aspects of being new dads. The episode starts off extremely lighthearted with some great stories and a funny conversation regarding interior decorating.
Dec 07, 2020•48 min•Season 3Ep. 42
Dave and Mike talk about the importance of gratitude and how they incorporate it into their daily lives. They discuss specific techniques that you can apply and Dave dives into how he’s been improving his life by utilizing setbacks and adversity to highlight the grateful moments.
Nov 30, 2020•44 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Dave and Mike are joined by their lovely wives who return for the first time in 4 months. Dana and Karina give post pregnancy updates, discuss their new routines and how they’ve been coping emotionally. The four talk about how their lives continue through the Covid-19 pandemic, some parenting experiences along with a lot of back and forth humor and banter.
Nov 23, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Dave and Mike welcome Pedro Rivera to the podcast. They discuss how he’s transitioned from behind the camera to becoming a reporter and Fox News affiliate lead anchor on the big screen. Rivera’s unique style of professionalism stems from his experiences and upbringing in the Bronx, NY and Dominican Republic. Rivera talks about moving from coast to coast to further his career, the adversity in his life which provided the motivation to fulfill his purpose and how he’s lived by the mantra “it only ...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Dave and Mike sit down with Aaron Patton, host of the New Age Influencer Podcast. Patton is a millennial with the goal of helping others live the “New Age” lifestyle- constantly having fun but utilizing available internet tools to work smart. The conversation dives into online monetization, social media growth strategies and predictions for where the digital space is headed. If you’re fed up with your traditional work routine where you’re only living for the weekends and hating Mondays- this epi...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Dave and Mike are joined by JB Spisso, author, leadership expert and 26 year veteran of the United States Army including ten years in the Special Operations with the elite 75th Ranger Regiment. Spisso dives into how his time in the military led him to becoming the leadership and culture expert he is today. JB discusses some his daily habits, his work with the NHL and his book Warrior Leadership- Steps to Success for Leaders on the ground. If you’re looking to evolve from a “manager” to a “leader...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Dave and Mike sit down with Pete Montpelier, a master trainer and peak performance coach who specializes in anti aging and bio hacking. Pete provides many incredible tips and strategies that are applicable to anyone seeking mental and physical longevity. Aside from health and wellness, Montpelier discusses some of the toughest times throughout his life, how he overcomes adversity and some personal habits that have contributed to his overall success in business and beyond.
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Dave and Mike sit down with Mark Carter- a firefighter, father, and mentor for youth seeking to become high level collegiate and professional athletes. Carter discusses everything from his upbringing, the power of manifestation and what it was like to be a teammate to an NBA #1 draft pick. Carter explains how he sacrificed everything to chase his dream of becoming the 2nd African American career fireman in his hometown of Peekskill, NY.
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 54 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Dave and Mike sit down with Franck Kepnang as he announces his college decision. Kepnang is one of the top high school basketball players in the country. He finished his high-school career ranked #22 on ESPN’s Top 100 and is the #1 player in the state of Pennsylvania for the Class of 2021. Kepnang discusses his upbringing in his native country of Cameroon in Central Africa, the impact the sport has made on his life, the mentors that have helped him along the way and his plans to utilize his plat...
Oct 14, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Dave and Mike sit down with Veronica and Francesca; co-hosts of The Vegan and the Beast Podcast. Aside from their podcast, the conversation covers their careers in law enforcement, how to create a successful side business and steps you can take in your own life to find your passion.
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Dave and Mike sit down with Brandon Gaydorus- one of Golf Digest’s Top 50 Golf Fitness Trainers in America. His strategic insight on leadership and taking action is applicable to anyone seeking to level up and win in their own life. Brandon discusses his early years, the path he took to authoring 2 books by the age of 27, the importance of strong relationships and so much more.
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Dave and Mike sit down with Kastriot Xhema, professional mixed martial artist and owner of Greenwich MMA Gym. Although growing up as a product of a loving and supportive immigrant family- Xhema explains how hanging out with the wrong crowd and struggling in the school system led him down a path of early destruction. Xhema talks about entering the prison system at 17 along with the adversity he’s overcome in his pursuit to becoming a professional fighter and successful business owner. Tune in to ...
Sep 28, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 31
The wives are back again. Dave and Mike sit down with Karina and Dana weeks after giving birth. They touch on their experiences thus far, the challenges they face and how their lives have completely shifted since having their daughters. This may be the rawest and realest episode yet!
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Welcome home Olivia Louise Parelli! Born exactly two weeks after her best friend, the no snooze babies are absolutely perfect. Mike sits down with Dave to give a full recap of the birth of his daughter. From the evening before, multiple trips to the hospital and explaining the incredible strength of his wife Dana this is an episode you don’t want to miss!
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, Dave and Mike sit down to analyze the power of anticipation in their lives. The conversation begins with Mike talking about how the anticipation of his daughters arrival has been a focal point, while still trying to find a way to get things done efficiently. Dave discusses how he utilizes anticipation in his personal and professional life along with both the positive and negative effects he faces by always trying to look ahead.
Jul 06, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 28
