Are you stuck in the cycle of short-term gratification, external validation, and constant distractions? The answer might be in listening to your inner voice, living with purpose, and making better choices.On this episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, former Navy SEAL Taylor Cavanaugh shares how he went from a troubled past and repeated failures to transforming his life through extreme discipline. After falling into the same destructive patterns, Taylor made a radical decision to join th...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 20
What does it take to become the FIRST Miami chef to win Chopped, operate multiple successful kitchens, run full marathons, and lead and inspire others in the restaurant industry—one of the toughest industries in the world? In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with, chef, Chopped winner, and multiple restaurant owner, Giorgio Rapicavoli, who transformed his life by discovering health and fitness in his later adult life. Now, he’s as jacked as he is skilled with ...
Jul 02, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 19
“Rolling Loud is more than a festival—it’s a lifestyle brand. My core mission is to bring happiness to millions of people worldwide while promoting hip-hop culture.” – Tariq Cherif, Co-Founder of Rolling Loud On this episode of The Big Dawgs with Manning Sumner, Tariq Cherif, co-founder of Rolling Loud, the world’s biggest hip-hop festival, shares how it all started: throwing house parties at his grandma’s house with his best friend and now business partner, Matt Zingler. They saw an opportunity...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 18
“It’s as if someone turns off the light. Like you’re no longer a light—you’re just dark. And you don’t understand why…” Has this ever happened to you, coming to realize you might actually be depressed? On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, guest Diane Younes—CrossFit competitor and coach, nutritionist, Growth2Mindset founder, and host of The Di-scussions Podcast—shares her journey from a life of external success to internal struggle, facing depression during global lockd...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 17
What if everything your family built was taken from you at gunpoint by the very country you called home? In this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, guest Manny Portuondo, the great-great-grandson of Federico Kohly whose family founded Cuba’s oldest brewery Cervecería La Tropical, shares his remarkable entrepreneurial story. This Cuban cultural icon was seized by the Castro regime in 1960. For the past 27 years Manny Portuondo has been on a mission to reclaim that lost legacy ...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Most people lose because they’re scared to suck. Tristan Dlabik made $1 million by 22, not from luck, but from doing the REPS. In this episode of The Big Dawgs podcast, host Manning Sumner and Tristan Dlabik break down the true mindset behind winning in business, relationships, and life. From starting his own insurance company with his dream girl to diving into podcasting and fighting, it’s all about going all in on your purpose, even when no one’s watching. This one’s for the 1% of the 1% who r...
May 14, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Ever wondered how the most successful entrepreneurs think differently and what really sets them apart? On this episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, entrepreneur and visionary Anne Mahlum joins Manning for a raw and honest conversation about what it really takes to build, lead, and scale a high-performance company like [solidcore]. Anne founded the boutique Pilates studio [solidcore] in 2013 and grew it to 115 locations nationwide before exiting in a deal worth nearly $100 million. She’...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 14
STOP Wasting Time. START Following the Blueprint to Success. In this special LIVE audience recording of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner at NO DAYS OFF Con, host Manning Sumner sits down with Scott D. Clary, host of The Success Story Podcast, to uncover what it really takes to win in business and in life. From the truth behind hustle culture to staying in the game long-term, Scott shares the blueprint for building success brick by brick—through strategy, self-belief, discipline, and NO DAYS OF...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Brandon Carter, also known as King Keto, shares his story on how he turned his PAIN into POWER on The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner. From a troubled past and the trauma of losing his father to working random jobs while stepping up as the man of the family, Brandon Carter—also known as King Keto—hustled his way to success as an online coach, fitness entrepreneur, and social media influencer. They dive into building confidence, channeling pain into hard work, being superheroes to their children, ...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Be careful what you try to manifest—what you want may not be what’s truly meant for you. Powerhouse women entrepreneurs Sarah Akiba, celebrity stylist and founder of The Spaces, and Brittany Berger, founder of Mindful Music Lab, join host Manning Sumner on The Big Dawgs podcast for a roundtable discussion on the truth behind manifesting, balancing relationships and work, creating freedom as an entrepreneur, the importance of building real connections in the age of AI, the power of words, and let...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Near-death experience leads to total life transformation, from a path in psychology to law to now sexology, she became known as The Wow Woman. In this powerful episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, host Manning Sumner sits down with clinical sexologist Katia Stern who shares her incredible journey after nearly dying in a fire. Katia reveals how this traumatic event made her realize she had been living for others rather than pursuing her own desires - a pattern many women fall into. Learn how to: • S...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Do you feel like you’re meant for more? On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with microdosing mentor and podcaster, Jeremy Awakens. They dive into how most people in society are wearing a mask, hiding their true selves due to fear, lack of authenticity, and negative programming caused by trauma, external expectations, and poor parenting. Jeremy explains how microdosing with Psilocybin Mushrooms can help individuals shed these masks, reconnect with their true se...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 9
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, Manning Sumner did a special collaboration episode with The Happy Customer Channel hosted by Dan Arriola. They dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Manning Sumner, founder and CEO of LEGACY Gyms and No Days Off Premium Water, and host of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner podcast. After breaking his back twice playing football, Manning dedicated himself to understanding injury prevention—leading him to train elite professional at...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 8
On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner, sits down with Dr. Mike Israetel, co-founder of RP Strength. They dive into: → How Dr. Mike got into strength & performance → The similarities & differences between bodybuilding vs. jiu-jitsu training → Fitness advice for beginners & the importance of consistency → The truth about nutrition & cardio → How gyms set you up to fail vs. real gym communities → The role of social media in shaping today’s world → The importance qual...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In Episode 24 of the Last Flight Out Podcast, host Jay and Mike sit down with the host of The Big Dawgs podcast, Manning Sumner, the visionary behind LEGACY gyms, the revolutionary Partner Interval Training (P.I.T.) system, and the "No Days Off" lifestyle brand. Manning shares how he turned a single gym into a nationwide fitness movement, training elite athletes like Kevin Durant and James Harden, and expanding his brand into apparel, premium water, and more.Learn about his mindset, leadership l...
Mar 14, 2025•57 min
On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with Monica Suleski and discusses how the choices we make and the thoughts we choose to believe shape the quality of our lives, both inside and out. The overall message: Will you choose to be high on life or fall to detrimental vices? Monica Suleski is the founder of Eclectic Elements and Sexy Bedding, brands inspired by the luxury and vibrancy of Miami’s high-end lifestyle.
Mar 12, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 7
OUTWORK EVERYONE On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, Manning sits down with Neno Torres—host of Mornings with Neno, mentor, entrepreneur, and investor. They dive into why our purpose on earth is to become the best version of ourselves through continuous learning, self-awareness, self-belief, application, and a growth mindset—the keys to real breakthroughs, personal growth, and lasting success. This episode explores how to stay disciplined, develop mental toughness, ove...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 44 min•Season 3Ep. 5
How To Go From Broke to a Successful Entrepreneur: The Founders Club | Season 3, Episode 4. On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with The Founders Club—Aaron Spivak: co-founder of Hush Blankets, Mike Fata: co-founder of Manitoba Harvest, and Chris Meade: co-founder of Crossnet Game. They each share their inspiring backstories of becoming self-made entrepreneurs. They emphasize the importance of taking risks, putting in the reps, learning from “failure,” and having toug...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Start Your Business NOW: How to Turn an Idea Into Multi-Location Success | Season 3, Episode 3. On this episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner sits down with Sunny Ilyas, founder and CEO of the rapidly growing casual healthy food restaurant Vale Food Co. Their mission? To make healthy meals accessible to all. They dive deep into the power of urgency, hustle, grit, passion, and determination in turning an idea into reality. Sunny shares valuable lessons learned while pivoting and scaling f...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 3
How To Breakthrough Stagnation and Get Ahead In Life: The Secret To Becoming Your BEST Self | Season 3, Episode 2. On this episode of The Big Dawgs: with Manning Sumner, host Manning Sumner sits down Travis Wallace and Sofia Perez- the reinvention experts! They reveal the habits and secrets to breaking through stagnation and getting ahead in life, with the key being letting go of who you used to be to become the person you WANT to be. By consistently showing up, challenging yourself, and reinven...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Three Vegans and a Carnivore: Find Your Own Path to HEALTH (Roundtable Discussion) | S3, Ep 1 On this podcast episode of The Big Dawgs, host Manning Sumner welcomes John Lewis "Badass Vegan", Torre Washington, & Lance Kearse for a roundtable discussion. They each discuss how and why they decided to go vegan and how, regardless of your health choices, there’s no need for us to be against each other. In the end, we’re all doing it for the right reasons, and the path doesn’t have to be the same...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast , host Manning Sumner sits down with Travis Wallace—former Division 1 basketball player, now NBA Coach, and founder of the coaching program, The Formula. Travis shares his journey of self-reinvention, from overcoming depression after losing his identity as an athlete to building a successful coaching career. Now, he’s focused on helping others unlock their potential. He reveals the formula for becoming elite, breaking stagnation, and living by his 5 life-...
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner sits down with Vanessa Gonçalves—former Miss Venezuela, Miss Universe, dentist, and now a dedicated yoga instructor and author of the book “I Am Enough, I Am Vulnerable”. Vanessa opens up about her powerful journey, from facing challenges with converting to Judaism and battling suicidal thoughts to finding healing through meditation and yoga. Together, they explore the power of mobility, overcoming pain, prioritizing mental health, and the...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Cody Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO of SWEAT440 gyms and founder of SHIFT. They discuss their entrepreneurial journeys from being full-time personal trainers to pivoting into creating unique group fitness classes and disrupting the fitness industry. Tune in to learn what sets their businesses apart, gain insights on building and expanding a successful business, and the commitment needed to make a lasting impact. --- Watch the full ep...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Elena Asher, Founder of Lash Makers, a top brand for eyelash extension products and online beauty business courses. She’s also the founder of BAGA, a unisex clothing brand described as “a love letter to contemporary streetwear.” Elena shares her inspiring journey from Siberia to Miami, where they discuss how to become a successful entrepreneur and leader. They emphasize the importance of discipline, overcoming business struggles, ...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In this episode of the Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Dr. Jordan H. Kaplan, owner and founder of Kaplan Chiropractic Wellness Center. They dive into the chiropractic world, discussing how chiropractic care is a practice, art, and science for treating the body, which in turn allows the body to heal itself. They explore what makes a good chiropractor, debunk some chiropractic myths, and reveal how chiropractic care can treat secondary symptoms, such as headaches, heartburn, sleeping di...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 27
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Marcella “Ms. Lago” Araica, Professional Recording and Mixing Engineer, and Co-Founder of Dream Asylum Studios with Producer Danja. Marcella shares her 22-year journey in the music industry as one of the few female pioneers. She reflects on her experiences working in the studio with some of the most legendary artists of our time, including Missy Elliott, Timbaland, Jay-Z, Nelly Furtado, Chris Martin from Coldplay, and more. We als...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner sits down with Freddy Pena, Rick Ross’s business partner of The Rick Ross Car and Bike Show. They dive into Freddy's journey—how he teamed up with Rick Ross, the creation of the car and bike show, and his powerful story of surviving a robbery shooting. He shares the painful recovery process and how it impacted his life, inspiring others with his final message: "you gotta keep going." The Big Dawgs Podcast: Watch the Full Episode on YouTube...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner welcomes Ajit Nawalkha, Co-Founder of Mindvalley Coach, Master Coach, Speaker, and Author. They discuss Ajit’s story, from living with 23 people in India, to becoming an intern and then CEO in just six months. They explore the importance of serving others in business to achieve success, how spirituality plays a role in wealth, and share key daily habits for cultivating an abundant mindset. Lastly, they dive into the biggest financial myths...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In this episode of The Big Dawgs Podcast, Manning Sumner sits down with Melitsa Waage, Founder & CEO of the Miami entrepreneurial networking event Epic Talks, Keynote & International Motivational Speaker, Transformational Mindset Mentor/Coach, and bestselling author of Detoxify Your Mind: Gain Clarity and Control of Your Thoughts to Unlock Your Full Potential . They discuss Melitsa’s journey, from having parents who struggled with heroin addiction to living in the foster care system, and...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 23
