The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Latest Episodes:

GLP-1 Breakdown: The Science of Hunger & Why Most Diets Fail | Dr. Christle Guevarra Mar 26, 2026

Show notes

Dr. Christle Guevarra, DO, MS, specializes in Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Nutrition, and is a former powerlifting champion.

Today on the show we discuss: the truth about GLP-1s and why weight loss isn’t just willpower, how food noise works and what happens in your brain when it disappears, the right way to use GLP-1s without losing muscle or energy, why most people fail fat loss and how to fix it, how to build a sustainable routine with training, nutrition, and realistic expectations, and the deeper mindset work required to create lasting transformation beyond the scale and much more.

Today's sponsor: Ax3 Get 20% off your first order of Ax3: ⁠⁠https://ax3.life⁠⁠ and use code "Doug" at checkout

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hidden Beliefs That Keep You Stuck For Decades | Nir Eyal Mar 23, 2026

Show notes

Nir Eyal is a globally recognized authority on behavior change and human potential. His frameworks have empowered millions to build better habits, enhance focus, and unlock greater agency in their lives and work. A former lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford, Nir has collaborated with leaders and organizations worldwide to boost performance through behavior design.

Today on the show we discuss: the two types of beliefs that control everything you do and why most people are stuck in the wrong ones, why motivation is not a straight line and the real reason people keep quitting on their goals, the wild rat study from the 1950s that proves a single belief shift can make you 240 times more persistent, why positive thinking and vision boards are actually working against you, the four questions that can tear down any limiting belief in real time, and why your beliefs about aging may be more powerful than your diet, your workouts, or whether you smoke and much more.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Untold Story of Hilary Phelps: Sobriety, Shame & Redemption Mar 19, 2026

Show notes

Hilary Phelps is a holistic performance coach, speaker, and founder of The Right Room, dedicated to helping women navigate recovery, burnout, and major life transitions with clarity, compassion, and somatic tools.

Today on the show we discuss: why Hilary waited 15 years to speak openly about her sobriety and the shame that kept her silent, the rise of mommy wine culture and why women are drinking more than ever, how being a high-functioning blackout drinker made it easy to deny she had a real problem, the role bullying and the need to fit in played in fueling her addiction, why alcohol was never the real issue and what she was actually trying to numb, the power of community in early sobriety and why you cannot do it alone, and much more.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Psychology of Manipulation in Dating, Business & Everyday Life | Aliia Roza Mar 16, 2026

Show notes

Aliia Roza is a former secret agent who was trained in psychological influence, persuasion, and undercover operations targeting criminal networks involved in human and drug trafficking. After leaving that world, she rebuilt her life and now shares the lessons she learned about manipulation, human psychology, self-confidence, and personal transformation to help people protect themselves and build stronger relationships.

Today on the show we discuss: how manipulation shows up in everyday life and the subtle psychological tactics people use to control others, the red flags that someone may be manipulating you in dating and relationships, the seduction and influence techniques used in intelligence operations and honey trap scenarios, Aliia’s story of being recruited into a Russian military program and working undercover against criminal networks, the trauma and identity struggles that came after leaving that world, the mindset shifts, self-awareness and confidence needed to protect yourself from manipulation and build healthier relationships and much more.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Take Complete Control When Life Falls Apart | Ken Rideout Mar 12, 2026

Show notes

Ken Rideout is the fastest marathoner in the world over fifty and a former prison guard, Wall Street trader, and opioid addict. His life story has been chronicled in such publications as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Outside. Since getting sober more than a decade ago, he has won some of the world’s toughest races, including, at age fifty-two, the Gobi March—a 155-mile, self-supported race across the sweltering Gobi Desert in Mongolia—and a few months later, the Masters (50+) Marathon World Championships. In addition to his many running victories, he has completed more than ten Ironman triathlons. In 2018, Ken founded capital solutions firm Camrock Advisors. More recently, he founded talent agency Rideout Sports and Entertainment.

Today on the show we discuss: overcoming a devastating opioid addiction and rebuilding life through endurance sports, why discipline and consistency beat talent when it comes to success, the brutal mental battles that happen during elite endurance racing, how to respond when life hits you with unexpected chaos, the difference between quitting and losing and why quitting haunts you forever, and the mindset shift that turns adversity into fuel for growth and much more.

Connect with Ken:

Book: https://www.theothersideofhard.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ken_rideout/

Podcast: https://lnk.to/the-other-side-of-hard

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Brutal Truth About What It Takes To Transform Your Life | Patrick Bet-David Mar 09, 2026

Show notes

Patrick Bet-David is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Valuetainment, one of the largest business and personal development platforms in the world. He also hosts the PBD Podcast, where he interviews world-class entrepreneurs, leaders, and thinkers about business, leadership, and building a meaningful life.

Today on the show we discuss: how to stay optimistic when nothing in your life suggests things will get better, why taking personal responsibility instead of playing the victim changes the trajectory of your life, how changing your habits and environment can completely transform your future, the three forces that often shape highly successful people, why keeping your word and stacking small wins builds real confidence and credibility, how adversity and belief in your future self can help you build a life that once felt impossible and much more.

Connect with PBD:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VALUETAINMENT

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickbetdavid/

X: https://x.com/patrickbetdavid

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sugar Controls You - Do This To Break Free & Train Your Brain To Eat Healthy | Dr. Pradip Jamnadas Mar 05, 2026

Show notes

Dr. Pradip Jamnadas is a renowned interventional cardiologist and a trusted voice in preventive medicine, reaching millions through his engaging educational YouTube content, appearances on leading podcasts, and featured in the upcoming powerful documentary Keto Is Key.

Today on the show we discuss: why sugar addiction hijacks the brain’s dopamine reward system, how fasting can help break cravings and reset metabolic health, the connection between gut health, mental health, and inflammation, why the vagus nerve plays a key role in stress recovery, mood, and resilience, the lifestyle habits that make healthy eating sustainable long term, and how mastering your attention can help you break free from addictive behaviors and much more. Today's sponsor: Ax3 Get 20% off your first order of Ax3: ⁠https://ax3.life⁠ and use code "Doug" at checkout Connect with Dr. Jamnadas: YouTube: @pradipjamnadasmd Website: https://aristotleeducation.com/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Rebuild Your Life When The Internet Hates You | Kevin Clancy Mar 02, 2026

Show notes

Kevin Clancy, widely known as KFC, was one of the first personalities to join Barstool Sports and is one of the brand’s most influential content creators.

Today on the show we discuss: how Kevin rebuilt his identity after public humiliation, the psychological weight of guilt and regret, raising kids while carrying public shame, surviving internet judgment and cancel culture, the evolution of Barstool from startup to media empire, what Dave Portnoy is like as a boss, why he decided to end his show after 15+ years and much more.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Productivity Is a Lie" - Follow This Formula To Get Ahead of 99% of People | Jonathan Goodman Feb 26, 2026

Show notes

Jonathan Goodman is an author, coach, and creator of Unhinged Habits, a book about strategic subtraction, seasonality, and designing health, relationships, and work you don’t need to escape from.

Today on the show we discuss: why doing everything right still leaves you feeling empty, how seasons of intensity beat the myth of balance, the triangle framework of health, relationships, and money and what happens when one side collapses, the difference between your job and your work and why your passion should never become your livelihood, using off-season checklists to maintain what you're not actively building, why spending $10,000 on playoff tickets with his brother and son that turned out to be the best money he ever spent and much more.

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surviving The Unthinkable: How Paul Rosolie Escaped Death In The Amazon Jungle Feb 23, 2026

Show notes

Paul Rosolie is a naturalist, explorer, author, and award-winning wildlife filmmaker.

Today on the show we discuss: how Paul went from a kid in New Jersey to living in the Amazon rainforest, the Discovery Channel disaster that derailed his career and the brutal lessons it forced him to learn, the emotional toll of dedicating your life to something that is constantly under threat, what it actually takes to challenge yourself in a comfort-obsessed modern world, the difference between engineered discomfort and real adversity, what it was like being stung by an Amazonian stingray, how Paul survived being nearly killed by uncontacted tribes and much more.

Become a Junglekeeper: https://www.junglekeepers.org/

Connect with Paul: https://paulrosolie.com/

⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:

Emergency Medical Services—911

If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected