Chris Muniz, aka DJ Nightstalker, has been enchanting crowds with his signature sound since the late '90s. From warehouse raves to massive festivals like EDC Vegas and Nocturnal Wonderland, his impact on the drum and bass scene is undeniable. Join Chris as he sits down with host Andrew Vontz for a discussion on navigating the LA music scene, the challenges of striking harmony between his roles as a professor, husband, father, and music maker.
Read MoreAs a black belt and entrepreneur, Ben Kovacs wanted to make Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu more accessible. He founded Guardian Gym, a nonprofit dedicated to providing jiu-jitsu scholarships and training to young people around the world. Ben joins our host Andrew Vontz to discuss the intersection of good intentions and reality, and what it takes to build a lasting and effective nonprofit.
Read MoreBenji Naesen is a Belgian YouTuber who makes videos about gaming, cycling and his personal fitness journey. He’s also the co-host of the Lanterne Rouge cycling podcast, one of the most popular pro cycling podcasts in the world. Whether you love the Tour de France and Tom Boonen or have never heard the name Remco Evenepoel, Benji has an overflowing wisdom bank and this episode is full of gems. Plus, Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton podcast joins Andrew Vontz as co-host for the conversation.
Read MoreOn the day that “Suspect II: Vanished in the Snow” rose to top of the iTunes and Amazon podcast charts, co-creator Ashley Fantz was rolled into an operating room at Stanford for open-heart surgery. Ashley and Andrew Vontz talk about parenting, stress management, the creative process, the impact of operating in the true crime space and more.
Read MoreJustin Nassiri founded Executive Presence, a company that helps executives find the right way to show up for an authentic audience through consistent and relevant messaging. In this episode, Justin talks with Andrew Vontz about why he chooses transparency and vulnerability as a leader.
Read MoreNatalie Coughlin is one of the most successful swimmers in the history of the sport: a three-time Olympian, twelve-time Olympic medalist, and three-time Olympic gold medalist. She’s also a mom, an entrepreneur and the co-founder of Gaderian Wines.
Read MoreAlexey Vermeulen is a pro cyclist. Avery Stumm is a videographer, photographer and creator. On their YouTube channel, Alexey and Avery, they break the fourth wall to tell the story of their relationship as a content creation team and everything that goes into what they make.
Read MoreFor serial entrepreneur and Fitt CEO, Anthony Vennare, community is the super power driving winning businesses in health, wellness & fitness. Anthony and his brother and business partner Joe have started and successfully exited multiple businesses in these spaces. Together they’re the founders of Fitt Insider and Fitt Capital and have built a platform at the center of these industries.
Read MoreHow does resilience transfer across disciplines? Andrew Vontz and co-host Blake Kasemeier sat down with Hector Beltran. He’s a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, coder, filmmaker, musician, and endurance athlete - and the co-founder of Academy Jiu-Jitsu in Downey, California.
Read MoreAndrew Vontz of Choose the Hard Way talks with endurance athlete and author Travis Macy about the value of rest and optimism when balancing family, mental health, and training, and the importance of having a beginner’s mindset when you’re new to something.
Read MoreAndrew Vontz of Choose the Hard Way and Spencer Martin of Beyond the Peloton talk with Patrick Broe of Lanterne Rouge about high performance, team dynamics and race strategy inside the professional peloton.
Read MoreAfter a breakthrough in therapy led him to the realization that the commercial bike industry wasn't fulfilling him anymore, Alex Palmer embarked on a career change to work in mental health. He founded an awareness project in the cycling world called Blackdog and now hosts an adjacent podcast called Blackdog Cast.
Read MoreWhether innovating healthcare systems, challenging personal habits, or competing in an uphill cycling race in freezing weather, Chris Waugh often returns to the core principle of a “beginner’s mind.” How would we approach this if it was our first experience?
Read MoreCognitive neuroscientist Dr. Scott Frey has spent over 30 years researching the relationship between the brain and human performance.
Read MoreChris Cowart has applied the expertise in user-centered design he developed during 14 years at IDEO to innovate across product, partnerships, venture capital and business.
Read MoreAmerican professional cyclist Scott McGill seemingly came out of nowhere to win not only two stages, but also the points jersey at the Volta a Portugal this summer. On this special collaboration episode with Andrew Vontz and Beyond the Peloton host Spencer Martin, Scott talks about the framework that has enabled him to produce breakthrough performances around the world.
Read MoreTrained and certified in both Sports and Emergency Medicine, Dr. Kevin Sprouse now serves as the Head of Medicine for EF Education-EasyPost. In his private practice, Podium Sports Medicine, he works with elite and professional athletes across numerous sports and disciplines, including professional cycling, triathlon, PGA golfers, NFL and MLB players, Olympic track and field athletes, and many more.
He shares insights into recovery, training, and the future of performance, as well as how exercise, diet, and recovery affect the health and well-being of all active individuals at any level.
Read MoreLynsey is a legendary big mountain skier, filmmaker, photographer, activist and mom. In this episode, Lynsey invites us to explore the power of fun and the alchemy of community when we’re in pursuit of going big. We talked about pushing the limits, checking in with our instincts, and being who you are and not who the world wants you to be.
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