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The Burn Podcast by Ben Newman

Ben Newmanwww.bennewman.net

Join Ben Newman, highly regarded Performance Coach, International Keynote Speaker and 2x WSJ Best-Seller, as he takes you into the minds of some of the highest performers in sports and business to tell their full story. The "Burn" is something we all have, but rarely do people uncover and connect to it. Ben helps people from all walks of life reach their true maximum potential.

Ben has worked with coaches and players from the last 6 Super Bowl Champion teams and currently serves as the Performance Coach for the Big 12 Champion Kansas State football team in his 9th season (3 National Championships at North Dakota State) with Head Coach Chris Klieman. Ben served 5 years as the Mental Conditioning Coach for the 18x National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Lastly, Ben also has served at his alma mater as a Performance Coach for Michigan State University’s football and basketball programs.

For the last two decades, Ben has been serving as the Peak Performance Coach for the top 1% of financial advisors globally and for Fortune 500 business executives.  

Ben’s clients have included: Microsoft, United States Army, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Quicken Loans, MARS Snackfoods, AstraZeneca, Northwestern Mutual, AFA Singapore, Mass Financial Group, Frontier Companies, Wells Fargo Advisors, Great West Life Canada, Boston Medical Center, Boys & Girls Club of America, New York Life as well as thousands of executives, entrepreneurs, athletes and sales teams from around the globe.

Millions of people and some of the top performers in the world have been empowered by Ben through his books, educational content, coaching programs, podcast, and live events.  

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Episodes

Austin Hatch, 1 in Quadrillion Odds Survivor

1 in 11 Quadrillion odds. Every once in a while we come across those people that have such an immeasurable impact on us its hard to put into words. This week’s guest on the podcast, Austin Hatch, has done that for me. To do the story justice I will let you listen to him share it on the episode, but what he has been through is absolutely remarkable and nothing short of a miracle. I’m honored to have YOU on the show Austin and I hope each of YOU take the time to really take in how mentally strong ...

Sep 25, 202023 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Aaron Golub, First Legally Blind College Football Player

Too often people let their adversity or a set back determine their story. Aaron Golub is one of the most inspiring examples of someone embracing their adversity and attacking it head on. Aaron was born legally blind. He has no vision in his right eye and extremely limited vision in his left. This week on #TheBurnPodcast we sit down with Aaron and talk through his story and all the work that he’s doing now. I guarantee this episode will inspire YOU as it did me. Go learn more about Aaron at www.a...

Sep 18, 202016 minSeason 2Ep. 36

Podcast Best Moments - NFL Edition

As the NFL kicks off this week, we felt it fitting to put together the best moments from players and coaches within the NFL on the podcast. Huge thank you to each and every single guest who’s made the time to sit down and open up about their BURN for the show. If you’ve just now started watching/listening to the show this will be a great episode to get ready for NFL season! 🔥🔥🔥 #NFL #GameWeek #TheBurnPodcast ************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs: ht...

Sep 11, 202016 minSeason 2Ep. 35

Surviving the Boston Marathon Bombing, Rebekah Gregory

In April 2013, two homemade bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Among those injured by the first bomb was Rebekah Gregory. She had just minutes before placed her 5 year old son onto her feet so he could rest. When the explosion happened 3 feet from her and her son, she shielded him taking all the shrapnel to her back, torso, legs, and left arm. Her left leg was amputated and, even after 70 surgeries, her body still holds pieces of the bomb that nearly killed her. This wee...

Sep 04, 202020 minSeason 2Ep. 32

Dylan Slattery, 1% Chance is All You Need

I want YOU to meet Dylan Slattery. Most people at age 22 are thinking about graduating college, their first full-time job, and making plans for next weekend. The year Dylan turned 22, he was battling depression, diagnosed with melanoma for the first time, and was involved in a car accident in which he lost a high school classmate and friend. Just when things could not seem to get any worse, the cancer returned at age 23, but this time it was stage four with three tumors in the spine, as well as ...

Aug 21, 202020 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Rob Victor, Using your competitive nature to build a legacy

This weeks episode of #TheBurnPodcast is LIVE. We sit down with my long time friend Rob Victor of Foster Victor Wealth Advisors. I have worked with Rob and his partner Paul on their planning for the last couple years and watched them have INCREDIBLE growth and success in their business. I have been inspired by the culture and company they have created and truly show what YOU can accomplish when you get clear and go after what YOU want. Full episode live on IGTV, YouTube, and Podcast platforms. @...

Aug 14, 202012 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Evie Fatz, Entrepeneur, Strength and Nutrition Expert, and all around badass.

Lots of people say that have “high standards”, but rarely do you see their actions doing the talking for them. Evie Fatz radiates strength and ownership. She wears MANY hats and walks her talk. Call her entrepreneur, business owner, coach, speaker, author, trainer, badass, etc… Just like every single one of us, Evie has had her fair share of adversity and challenge. We talk about a few of those challenges in this weeks episode of #TheBurnPodcast. But more importantly how we can pull lessons from...

Aug 07, 202016 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Xavier McKinney, NY Giant Rookie, Alabama Crimson Tide Alum.

This week on the Burn we bring YOU my conversation with another Alabama football Alum and 2nd round NFL Draft pick to the New York Giants, Xavier McKinney. Xavier is an extremely talented, relentless, and hard working young athlete. We talk about the emotional roller coaster of the draft, his BURN, and what he’s looking forward to as a rookie in the NFL. Watch here on IGTV or listen on most podcast platforms. Thank YOU X for taking the time to have this in depth conversation with me. YOU are jus...

Jul 31, 202027 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Special Edition | Dan O'brien, Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion Decathlete

SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE This week on #TheBurnPodcast we wanted to recognize the fact that the Olympics were supposed to start this week with a special episode with Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion decathlete, Dan O’brien. @danobrien96 Although we weren’t able to get together due to Covid, Dan was a keynote speaker at our Bootcamp two years ago and we had a GREAT panel discussion that we just had to piece together for YOU. Have a listen to this short, yet incredibly POWERFUL episode🔥🔥🔥...

Jul 24, 20207 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Trevon Diggs, 2nd Round NFL Draft Pick and Alabama Football Alum

This week on #TheBurnPodcast we hear from 2nd Round NFL Draft pick to the Dallas Cowboys, Trevon Diggs. We connected early on during my work with Alabama because of some of obstacles we have encountered in our lives. I was able to have this quick but powerful conversation with Trevon talking about his BURN and some of the obstacles/challenges he has had to overcome to get to where he is now. I love his perspective on life and how much #LEGACY for his son matters to him. Thank YOU @TrevonDiggs fo...

Jul 17, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Chaunte Lowe, 4x Olympian and Breast Cancer Survivor

Chaunte Lowe is 4x Olympian, American record holder, speaker, mother of 3, and breast cancer survivor. She’s a POWERHOUSE of a woman and I learned so much from our conversation. I felt it was great timing to share this conversation with YOU since the Olympics were supposed to be held this month. We talk about her Olympic past, battling breast cancer, and what it has been like preparing for this years Olympics. I know YOU are going to find so much value in our conversation. Full episode live on I...

Jul 10, 202022 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Rory Vaden, Clarify YOUR Message

It’s time for YOU to get clear. If you’re talking about your personal brand, company mission, or YOUR personal BURN… YOU have to find absolute clarity of the problem YOU solve or the purpose YOU serve. This week’s guest @roryvaden is a phenomenal branding expert, author, and speaker. Although I personally had some connection issues (if YOU know me, I’m not a tech person 😂) this interview is PACKED full of incredible tips from Rory. If you’d like to get connected with Rory, he’s doing something ...

Jul 03, 202019 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Nate Boyer, Taking a Stand.

On this week’s episode of #TheBurn I’m challenging YOU to do two things. LISTEN and SEEK TO UNDERSTAND. Full Episode of the podcast is now live on Youtube, IGTV, and podcast platforms. We go long, but I promise YOU it’s worth it. Thank YOU @nateboyer37 for YOUR service, courage, and voice. Patriotism is wanting better for EVERYONE that calls this country home. @nateboyer37 @mergingvetsandplayers https://www.vetsandplayers.org #theburnpodcast Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/benne...

Jun 26, 202041 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Teaching Our Kids about Winning and Losing

This week's episode of #TheBurn we do something a little different. I sit down and have a chat with Jakin Stewart, a young man who took on my 30 day Unrequired Challenge. Jakin is the son of a long time friend and client Brad Stewart. After hearing about Jakin's hard work and commitment to that challenge, I thought it would be a cool conversation to hear some perspective from him around a few things. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bennewmancompanies/channels Instagram: https://www.instagr...

Jun 19, 202015 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Becoming a Positive Force, Interview with Jon Gordon

Jon Gordon has been a mentor to me since 2008. He has helped form so much of what YOU see from me today. I’ve been waiting a long time to film this episode and I’m so grateful we were able to make it happen. Please take the time and either listen to the podcast or watch this video fully. We cover so many very important topics at a deep level. Thank YOU @jongordon11 for all that YOU have done for me. *** Be on the lookout for his new book, “The Garden” coming out June 30th. **** ** Subscribe to m...

Jun 12, 202026 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Reigniting YOUR flame with Antonio Neves

Are YOU recommitting every day? It’s not enough to do it once. YOU have to make the decision to put YOUR standards over YOUR feelings and lock in EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. My man @theantonioneves is someone you will see “walking the walk”. Antonio has been a front man in the media for quite some time, but has made a pivot towards helping others REIGNITE their enthusiasm for work & life. I’m so excited for YOU all to be able to listen in on this entire conversation this week on #theburnpodcast. Lis...

Jun 05, 202022 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Proving Yourself Right | Mack Wilson, Cleveland Browns Linebacker

I love to see my brothers from Alabama making noise in the league. @5Mackwilson1 is doing exactly that. He is a FORCE of a human on and off the field and I can’t wait to see him cut it loose ON the field again soon. Thank YOU @5mackwilson1 for taking the time to come on our virtual edition of #TheBurn podcast. If you want to see the video version of this episode head over to Youtube or IGTV. #TheBurnPodcast ** Subscribe to my channel here for all future episodes of TheBurn: http://www.youtube.co...

May 29, 202015 minSeason 2Ep. 22

The Art of Professional Gifting | Explode YOUR Relationships with John Ruhlin

Most people just want to check this box... Thoughtful gift giving has proven to be an extremely powerful way of creating real, long lasting relationships. John Ruhlin has become the worlds leading expert on gift giving and outlines his process in his book Gift-ology. www.giftology.com Today John and his team have created gift packages for some of the largest companies and pro sports teams in the world but their mission and heart is to serve and take relationships for mid-sized, privately owned c...

May 22, 202025 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Dr. Bhrett McCabe, Psychological Secrets

Dr. Bhrett McCabe and I met through our work with the Alabama Crimson Tide and instantly hit it off. A former DI athlete now turned highly sought after sports psychologist with PGA Tour players, High level Collegiate programs, and business execs all over the world, Dr. Bhrett McCabe brings YOU some great psychological tips and techniques in this weeks episode of #TheBurn. Thank you for watching this episode of #TheBURN where Performance Coach, Ben Newman gets up close and personal with some of t...

May 15, 202026 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Cuonzo Martin, The Truth about Building Character

Coach Cuonzo Martin is known for his intensity and passion in the game of basketball. Now the Men’s Basketball head coach at the University of Missouri, Cuonzo has lived a life of challenge and adversity, trials and triumphs… I’m grateful to call this man a friend and I am better human being for knowing him. If YOU know Cuonzo, he shoots it straight… I think YOU will get a kick out of I tell the story of how he grilled me when I interviewed to speak with the team 😂 (Just over halfway in) Thank ...

May 08, 202021 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Mindset of an NFL Kicker - Matthew Haack and Jason Sanders Interview

This week we take our Zoom quarrantine interviews down to sunny Miami, FL. We chat with Miami Dolphins special teams duo Matthew Haack and Jason Sanders. An NFL kicker gets one of the highest pressure jobs in sports. I'm grateful to have the opportunity to sit down and catch up with two of the best in the game right now and dive into what makes then BURN. ***brought to you by www.thefinancialadvisoracademy.com *** ** Subscribe to my channel here for all future episodes of TheBurn: http://www.you...

May 01, 202024 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Shutting Out the Noise | Lavonte David

Lavonte David is a force to be reckoned with on and off the field. Over 1000 tackles as an NFL linebacker is no easy task, but neither is shutting off social media during the season to block out the noise completely. We finally had the time to sit down and connect virtually to talk about his BURN and what has kept him as a high performer in the NFL for 9 years. Enjoy this weeks FULL episode on Youtube and Apple podcasts! @lavontedavid #lavontedavid #tampabaybucs #tampabay ** Subscribe to my chan...

Apr 24, 202018 minSeason 2Ep. 14

From Refugee to Harvard - Mawi Asgedom

He spent 3 years in a refugee camp as a kid... Now he's speaking and helping today's youth as a best selling author, Harvard graduate, and emotional learning expert. Take a moment and listen in to Mawi's story and his BURN. www.mawilearning.com I hope you’ll stay with us as we release new episodes each week to dive into the details of core drivers for peak performers in Business and Sports. Â How do they react to challenge, get over bad days, and continually fight to perform at the highest level...

Apr 17, 202016 minSeason 1Ep. 13

How Armon Watts used Mental Training to Play for the Minnesota Vikings

Armon Watts has battled adversity his entire football career. The amazing thing about this young man is his ability to keep his head down and focus on what HE can control. Don’t get caught in the comparison game no matter WHAT arena of life you’re in. It’s about YOU vs YOU and becoming the best version of yourself. Listen in on how Armon Watts used mental training tools to get his chance to prove himself in the NFL. Please subscribe and share these episodes with those you hold close to your hear...

Apr 10, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Easton Stick | Living in Carson Wentz's Basement, NDSU Bison football, and making the NFL

I love this topic… Getting UNCOMFORTABLE. We’ve heard it 1000 times over from successful people or individuals who have “made it”. What I think we fail to realize is the level that someone sets high goals has a relationship with how willing they are to get uncomfortable. Head over to YOUTUBE for the video version of our show. Are YOU getting uncomfortable? Make sure you head over to YouTube and SUBSCRIBE so you can get notified when we post new videos and podcasts. #eastonstick #theburn ********...

Apr 03, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 12

12 Year Old Racing Phenom Elliot Cox, Going Pro, F4 Cars, and starting his own charity | Elliot Cox

Elliot's Charity: www.drivingfordyslexia.org 12 Year Old Elliot Cox has set his sights on a big prize To become the youngest Indy 500 winner. He has won over 100 races, 9 championships, and raced for Team USA all by the age of 12. HOWEVER… What impresses me the most about this young man is his poise, heart, and respect. He is wise beyond his years and I cannot wait for you all to hear our entire conversation. Not only is Eli doing big things on the track, but he has created a non-profit foundati...

Mar 27, 202014 minSeason 2Ep. 11

How to be RELENTLESS in whatever YOU do | Danny Morel

Get out of bed. That thing… that thing that drives you. That goal you’re chasing. It HAS to be big enough to scare YOU. Big enough to fuel our RELENTLESS work ethic it will take to achieve it. Listen in on todays new podcast with Real Estate expert, coach, speaker, and author @DannyMorel. We talk through some of the highs and lows of what has made him one of the most successful real estate figures in the US. FULL EPISODE ON PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE. Don’t forget to subscribe! #theBurn @dannymorel **...

Mar 20, 202015 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Living YOUR Hall of Fame Life | Aeneas Williams, Pastor, Husband, Father, NFL Hall of Famer

FACTS vs TRUTH Theres a difference, Aeneas proved that. NFL Hall of Fame cornerback, Aeneas Williams walked on as a Junior in college. That same coach that gave him the opportunity to play, told him that he couldn’t play in the pro’s because of his speed. The FACTS told him that. It wasn’t a hunch, it wasn’t a gut feeling, Aeneas wasn’t fast enough for his size. But the TRUTH was that Aeneas trained like an animal that following summer and not only played in the pro’s, but is in the Hall of Fame...

Mar 13, 202030 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Lessons from a 13 Year Old Phenom | Bunchie Young

If you watched the Super Bowl, then YOU recognize this young man from the opening commercial. With the Blessing of his father, we took a few minutes to film a quick episode of #TheBurn, Bunchie style. Bunchie is a force of a young man and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for him. You’re not going to want to miss this episode, because he said I asked better questions then Oprah 😂 @theofficialbunchieyoung ************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:...

Mar 06, 20207 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Brandin Cooks | The Journey

THE JOURNEYWe were all asked what we wanted to be when we grew up.No matter what YOUR answer was, the conversation was around the end goal…The end result…Where you are going to “end up”.What most of our teachers and parents DIDN’T say, was that the real growth and importance needed to be about the JOURNEY.Brandin Cooks, @thearcher, is playing his sport at the highest level and understands that it’s about the JOURNEY.Full episode with Rams Wide Receiver, Brandin Cooks is live on YouTube, podcasts...

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