The BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST with John Brenkus

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BRUCE ARIANS, Head Coach, Arizona Cardinals, 2x NFL Coach of the Year: How to Handle Ups and Downs Oct 23, 2017

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Bruce Arians, Head Coach for the Arizona Cardinals, two-time NFL Coach of the Year, three time cancer survivor, and author of "The Quarterback Whisperer" joins THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. One of the most well-liked and respected people in the NFL, Bruce Arians was part of the coaching staff at Virginia Tech, Mississippi State, and Alabama. Bruce made his first big head coaching impact at the young age of 30 at Temple University. Coach Arians' NFL career includes working with the Indianapolis Colts, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, and currently with the Arizona Cardinals. He has worked with some of the best players in league history, including Peyton Manning, Ben Roethlisberger, Andrew Luck, Carson Palmer, and many others. Coach has some great nuggets for you to take into your day and week, but what’s most striking is how Bruce is a powerful example of handling uncertainty and life’s ups and downs while cultivating community and maintaining a strong sense of purpose. We’re lucky to have Coach Arians with us today and are excited to pull you into his huddle. Whether you've had to start two new chapters or ten new chapters, Coach Arians wants you to go for it in whatever is calling you. As he always says: "No risk it, no biscuit." For full show notes to today's episode and all past episode, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

LEWIS HOWES, Lifestyle Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster: How to Live What You Dream Oct 16, 2017

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Lewis Howes, lifestyle entrepreneur, author, podcaster, and athlete joins THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. Lewis is a two sport All American, former pro arena football player, and current USA Men’s National Handball Team athlete. He’s experienced a ton of success and is best known for his NYT Best-selling book and inspiring podcast - both called “The School of Greatness”, and practical resources to help you live a better life day in day out. Lewis' brand-new book “The Mask of Masculinity” is equally ground-breaking. All of his success, however, hasn’t come easily and to say he has gone through some highs and lows would be an extreme understatement. If you have ever been knocked down or felt very lost, this conversation and Lewis’ unique life-changing moments will move you to start creating important shift in your life and climb out of the darkness toward your fullest potential. For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

BRIAN SACCA, Actor, Writer, Producer: On Creating Momentum Oct 10, 2017

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Brian Sacca, actor, writer, and producer joins The Brink of Midnight Podcast. Hailing from upstate New York, far from Tinseltown, Brian got his creative start as a kid shooting, editing, and producing videos with his brother during cold winter months. That same style of jumping right into every endeavor, creating new opportunities, and approaching work with a "why not" attitude are still evident in his work even today. Brian is a versatile trifecta of writer, producer, and actor and his work spans across improv, shorts, major feature films like Martin Scorsese's "Wolf of Wall Street" and his current hit television series "Wrecked" (TBS). His open mind and genuine sense of gratitude are refreshing and Brian reminds us to create positive momentum in our own lives by first starting with curiosity and fun, learning everything possible, and then sharpening through practice. As he sagely advises: "Do what is necessary to instill the confidence in yourself to help create what you want to create." For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

THEO VON, Comedian, Actor, TV Personality: How to Overcome Oct 02, 2017

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Theo Von, comedian, actor, TV personality, and podcaster joins The Brink of Midnight Podcast. Recorded at the hallowed Comedy Store in Hollywood, Theo shares his emotional journey from a troubled childhood in Louisiana to the very best stages of comedy. He got his start in college on MTV's "Road Rules" and later appeared on NBC's "Last Comic Standing" and various Comedy Central shows. Theo continues to make people laugh around the world touring with his stand up, and with his recent Netflix comedy special "Theo Von: No Offense" and iTunes chart-topping comedy album "30lb Bag of Hamster Bones". His two podcasts "Allegedly with Theo Von & Matthew Cole Weiss" and "This Past Weekend" are must listens for laughs and deep, philosophical advice on life. Theo believes we all need to fight to be good people, and that's how he grew his wings to soar in the cutthroat world of comedy. For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

JIM O'HEIR, Comedian, Emmy Award-Winning TV/Film Actor: The Importance of Laughter Sep 25, 2017

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The hilarious comedian and actor, Jim O'Heir, shares his creative journey on THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. Comedian and actor, Jim O'Heir, has truly done it all in entertainment. He's graced theater stages as part of sketch comedy troupes with Second City and "White Noise", and with comedic and dramatic roles in countless plays. He's played memorable roles in all your favorite TV shows (Friends, 3rd Rock From the Sun, Malcom in the Middle, Startrek: Voyager, ER, Boston Legal, Brooklyn 99, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Comedy Central shows), especially as beloved Jerry Gergich in NBC's Parks and Recreation. Jim's acting versatility also extends to film, including his latest movie, Steven Sodorberghs' Logan Lucky. Jim's career is vast and deep, and although he will tell you he was "born into funny", he never intended to be a comedian or actor when he was getting started. Listen to hear how an unknown caller during Jim's time in small-market radio and feeling the effects of a first laugh changed the course of Jim's life forever! Jim O'Heir reminds us to laugh. Often! He also wisely reminds us that you never know who is listening or watching…when we step into our authentic selves, the next step toward realizing our purpose and dreams could be a simple phone call or conversation away! For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

CHASE RICE, Country Music Star: The Importance of Vulnerability Sep 18, 2017

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Country music star, Chase Rice, shares his most life-changing moments, highs and lows, and how he discovered what he was made of on The Brink of Midnight Podcast. Chase Rice lit the country music charts on fire with the song "Cruise", which he co-wrote with Florida Georgia Line and has become the biggest country song in history. Chase's story, however, is not that of a typical musician. A Florida farm boy and gifted athlete, Chase grew up with the dream of being an NFL player. Playing ball for University of North Carolina and with prospects looking good, he was sidelined with injury. During the same time, he experienced the sudden and devastating loss of his father, an event that rocked him and changed the course of Chase's life. Traveling down a dark road, it took pulling off the mask and owning his vulnerability to really discover who he was and step into being the man he knew he could be. Chase is all about the doing. The reps. The action. Taking chances. Vision and personal faith are the start, but making that first move is essential. Whether on the football field, boldly moving to Nashville to start a music career, or taking back control of his music and releasing new tunes that represent his ethos, Chase leaves no cards on the table. He reminds us that life is a grand adventure if you are open to discovering yourself and who you can be. Life can begin again on any given day. For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

ROB VAKA, Pro Athlete Mentor, Master Connector, Giver: Happiness is a Choice Sep 14, 2017

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Rob Vaka, mentor to professional athletes, master connector, philanthropist, and cancer survivor joins THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. Rob Vaka is on a mission to help people live more confidently, fully, and purposefully and it's evident in everything he does. He's raised multiple millions of dollars for hundreds of charities and has helped countless professional athletes, founders, and CEOs not only manage but design their lives around a positive mindset and values-driven intention. Rob developed his competitive nature as a college athlete, but really fine-tuned his personal manifesto after learning he had a grapefruit sized tumor in his chest and being given a 50/50 chance of surviving non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Today, Rob is cancer-free and the insight he chooses to bring to every waking moment, interaction, and challenge will inspire you. As you take in all the gems and resources Rob shares, you may find yourself changing the narrative of your day and rethinking the very vocabulary you use for self-talk and conversations with family, friends, and colleagues. As Rob so eloquently shares: "YOU are going to be the creator of your own joy and happiness." For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

LARRY FITZGERALD, 10x NFL Pro Bowl Wide Receiver, Arizonal Cardinals: How to Be a Student of Life Sep 11, 2017

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Larry Fitzgerald, 10x NFL Pro Bowl Wide Receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, joins THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. An All-American at University of Pittsburgh, Larry has gone on to have a remarkable 14 year career with the Arizona Cardinals. He's won countless awards on the football field and makes an incredible impact off the field with his team and his First Down Fund foundation. A self-pronounced "student of life" and talented photographer, he's traveled the world, and continues to learn and give all that he's got in every facet of life. This is a different kind of episode. Recorded while playing a round of golf, Larry and John explore what it is to be honest, to climb out of depression, and to engage fully with life. Larry shares his journey and most powerful life lessons through the lens of loss and growth. If you have ever lost someone close, Larry's insight on how to move through the darkness is a powerful dose of wisdom. His genuine take on paying it forward once you find the light reminds us all to offer small acts of kindness in our communities and to leave the people we encounter with a smile. For full show notes, visit: www.brinkofmidnight.com | Contact: info@brinkofmidnight.com | Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

BOB BABBITT, Ironman + USA Triathlon Hall of Fame, Co-Founder Challenged Athletes Foundation + Competitor Magazine: On Service and Entrepreneurialism Sep 04, 2017

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Bob Babbitt, Ironman Hall of Fame and USA Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee, and co-founder of Challenged Athletes Foundation and Competitor Magazine joins THE BRINK OF MIDNIGHT PODCAST. Bob Babbitt is the ultimate connector, cheerleader, and seeker - of great ideas, people, and causes. His name is a part of triathlon and endurance racing history in the United States, and while he's helped grow anything run-bike-swim, he's also made it accessible to all levels and abilities. Bob co-founded Competitor Magazine, which just celebrated it's 30th anniversary, with the goal of shining a light on the sports of triathlon, cycling, and running while bringing people together for fun and competitive events. Out of Competitor, he co-founded Challenged Athletes Foundation, which has raised over 80 million dollars in grant money for challenged athletes and helped so many discover sport again or even go on to compete and medal in the Paralympics. His group bought and grew the entire Rock n Roll Marathon Series to become one of the coolest running and music experiences out there. He also created the Muddy Buddy series, a fun and challenging adventure obstacle race to benefit charities. Bob has truly done it all and he's not done yet! Bob teaches us to stick with our big ideas, especially when they might seem impossible, and to seek out the experiences that will change our lives. Taking a leap of faith is the most important step to grow, learn, and make an impact in your life and in your community. For full show notes, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

Special Edition: Hurricane Harvey in Perspective - Please Help Aug 31, 2017

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This special edition episode puts the magnitude of Hurricane Harvey in perspective. Hopefully by better understanding the size and scope of this natural disaster, you will be compelled to help in any way you can. As the Dalai Lama wisely shares, "Our prime purpose in this life is to help others." Opportunities to give: Houston Food Bank - http://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ JJ Watt's You Caring Fund - https://www.youcaring.com/victimsofhurricaneharvey-915053 Red Cross - (Choose Harvey donation fund) For a more in-depth list of giving opportunities, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)

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