The Grit Show

Nov 07 2024 34 ep. 56 mins 8
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On this podcast, we delve into the essence of grit! Join us as we explore the lives of some of the most resilient individuals, some well-known and some seemingly regular, unraveling the unique qualities that set them apart. Meet your hosts, James Lawrence, the Iron Cowboy, and his wife, Sunny Lawrence.

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34. Eric Hinman: Finding Balance in Business, Wellness, and Community

Nov 07 2024 57 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! On this episode we sit down with Eric Hinman—a multi-faceted entrepreneur, wellness enthusiast, and former triathlete known for his disciplined approach to balancing business and fitness. Eric’s journey began with his father guiding him into entrepreneurship, leading him to start an insurance agency, launch a successful software company, open a gym, an

33. Bishoi Khella: Beyond the Scale - A Story of Reinvention

Oct 30 2024 58 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! On this episode, we chat with Bishoi Khella, who takes us through his incredible, often bumpy journey of weight loss, self-discovery, and finding purpose. Bishoi opens up about what it was like growing up as the “chubby kid” and how, in high school, he worked hard to drop from 260 to 180 lbs. But after starting his own business at 22, the stress piled

32. Anders Hofman: Pushing Past Limits to Make Dreams Reality

Oct 24 2024 64 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In this episode, we sit down with Anders Hofman, the man behind Project Iceman, where he became the first person to complete a full Iron Distance triathlon on the icy continent of Antarctica. Hofman takes us on a journey through his Danish upbringing, where playing it safe was the norm, and dreaming big seemed impossible. From his childhood dream of becomi

31. Daniel & Nina Dayton: Finding Strength in Unity

Oct 16 2024 80 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In today's episode, therapists Daniel and Nina tell their entire story—how they met, their family trials and experiences, and what it's been like working as therapists together. Nina starts by sharing the story of her family's immigration to the USA from Cuba. This led her to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, meeting Daniel at church

30. Tandi Suitter: Finding Fortitude Through Mixed Martial Arts

Oct 09 2024 62 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! Growing up as the middle child in a family of nine kids, Tandi had a great childhood. But as a young teen, she picked up the drug and drinking habits of her older siblings. At 14, she ran away from home with her boyfriend. As she was trying to stay warm in a recycling bin during the Utah winter, a truck picked her up and crushed her. After somehow surviv

29. Elizabeth Smart: The Best Comeback Is a Life Filled With Joy.

Nov 22 2023 55 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In this episode, Elizabeth Smart talks about being kidnapped at knifepoint when she was 14, and her experience as she lived in hiding with captors who sexually abused her for 9 months until she was finally rescued. She shares her initial thoughts while being taken, and how the situation felt impossible and that it couldn’t be real. After realizing it was

28. Tim Husereau: Discovering Hope and Resilience Amidst an Endless and Seemingly Impossible Journey.

Nov 15 2023 66 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In this episode, Tim Husereau shares his transformative experience at the Iron Grit Retreat with his wife. The retreat, an immersive and challenging adventure, proved to be a stark contrast to his normal day-to-day life. Climbing a mountain together, facing fear head-on, and witnessing his wife light up during the boxing session opened new avenues for conn

27. Kelsey Lensman: Embracing the Unfamiliar to Find Your Strength and Confidence.

Nov 08 2023 50 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In this episode, Kelsey delves into her passion for relationships and the profound impact they can have on our lives. She shares her incredible experience with Mission 48, which is her journey of 48 fitness competitions in 48 states, all within 48 days. The mission aimed to encourage women and young girls to step out of their comfort zones and embrace cha

26. Tej Gill: Finding Peace through Prioritizing the Right Things.

Nov 08 2023 49 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In this episode, Tej Gill shares his journey frrom childhood dreams of becoming a Navy SEAL, to real-world military missions, to changing his life through Ayahuasca. Tej's story is one of determination and transformation. Tej delves into his early aspirations, recounting how his lifelong ambition to join the Navy SEALs led him to rigorous preparation,

25: Jennifer Hintenberger: Finding Inner Peace Through Trauma, Grief, and Life’s Other Trials.

Oct 10 2023 64 mins  
Welcome to the Grit Show! In today's episode, Jennifer Hintenberger shares her evolution, from battling obesity and food addiction to becoming a multiple-time world record holder in the fitness industry. Through her candid narrative, she opens up about the heart-wrenching challenges she faced – from her brother's cancer diagnosis to growing up in an abusive home. In this