Harder Than Life
I’m Kelly Siegel, and this is Harder than Life. A podcast about self-love, self-awareness, business, and health. We tell outrageous stories and boil everything down to simple, practical advice you can start using today. Let’s get living!
Episodes
September 19, 2023 • 75 mins
When Brandon Burns says he works out every day, he does not mean "most days" or "sometimes." He just gets up and DOES THE WORK every single day. That's the discipline it takes to make it as a keynote speaker, coach, and influencer at 26. Today, he joins Kelly to talk about the mentality behind his success. Highlights include:
- Brandon is the right hand man of Eric Thomas. Hear how Brandon hustled for the chance to work for his he...
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September 12, 2023 • 54 mins
This may be the best episode of Harder Than Life yet. This week, we explore the fascinating life of Jillian Riddell, an ER nurse and podcaster with a crazy story. At age 17, she started college while 9 months pregnant. As a child, her dad hid her from her family. Through all that, Jillian has kept her promise to "be the light" to those around her. We are so excited to share this conversation with you, and if you like it, be sure yo...
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September 5, 2023 • 60 mins
Matt Williams once heard his wife tell him: “I can’t tell if you’re playing or working.” THAT is the kind of infectious energy that podcaster and badass Matt Williams is bringing to this episode of Harder Than Life. Matt, who has used his positive mindset to successfully launch the Fro Pro Snacks line, is 13 years sober. He and Kelly dive into how Matt overcame addiction and found success, and talk about the hardship - and joy - th...
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August 29, 2023 • 59 mins
If you ask Greg Scheinman, the there is no EASY way to do anything well. Living a better, healthier life is SIMPLE, but 'simple' ain't easy. Through his books, podcasting, and coaching, Greg is trying to teach people how to maximize middle age. Instead of dreading mid-life, Greg is changing the narrative to help people live their best life as they grow older. Today, Greg jams with Kelly about how he stays focused, develops his habi...
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August 22, 2023 • 64 mins
Adam was once described as a “lotsaholic.” Everything in his life - from his best habits to his worst decisions - is cranked up to 11. For the longest time, Adam thought of his struggles as a fight against himself. It wasn’t until he learned to surrender that be became Harder Than Life.
This week features a team-up worthy of its own crossover comic. Adam, a Best-selling author, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Transformational Life Co...
This week features a team-up worthy of its own crossover comic. Adam, a Best-selling author, Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Transformational Life Co...
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August 15, 2023 • 57 mins
If you ask McKenna Reitz what it is like to live with alopecia, she will tell you she never has a bad hair day.
This week, Kelly welcomes the bold and beautiful McKenna Reitz to the Harder Than Life podcast! Despite losing every hair on her body in 2015, McKenna’s attitude and confidence are better than ever. What she went through, and how she grew through it all, is a story that will inspire you. Nuggets of wisdom from McKenna incl...
This week, Kelly welcomes the bold and beautiful McKenna Reitz to the Harder Than Life podcast! Despite losing every hair on her body in 2015, McKenna’s attitude and confidence are better than ever. What she went through, and how she grew through it all, is a story that will inspire you. Nuggets of wisdom from McKenna incl...
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August 8, 2023 • 25 mins
David Meltzer has won and lost (and won again) more money than most of us will see. If you listen to this podcast, you almost certainly know him as the Kevin Bacon of the personal development space. As an author, businessman, podcaster, and philanthropist, David is never more than six degrees away from your favorite motivator. Today, he joins Kelly for a ferocious conversation about staying interested, crushing your goals, and bein...
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August 1, 2023 • 70 mins
99% of what makes a good business partner happens outside the office. If their goals, attitude, and lifestyle are aligned with your own, chances are their work will mesh with yours too. Kelly met Aaron Opalewski by chance on a flight to Nashville, kicking off a friendship and business partnership, and the two have been winning together ever since.
Being the humble son of a pastor turned entrepreneur and business coach, Aaron makes b...
Being the humble son of a pastor turned entrepreneur and business coach, Aaron makes b...
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July 27, 2023 • 48 mins
If you ask him, Julian Hayes will tell you that being a pastor was always his calling. Today, he’s known as “Pastor Ju,” a man of God whose passion for his community is infectious. However, the road Julian had to walk was not an easy one. The improbable story of how it all happened, and how Julian learned to live into his purpose, is at the heart of this week’s episode. Tune in to hear Pastor Ju share his wisdom as we dig into some...
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July 25, 2023 • 63 mins
Renee Vardouniotis & Angie Leitnaker want to change the way we think about education. After several years of working within the traditional school system, they came together to develop the CAPE (Compassionate, Aware, Purpose-driven, and Effective) Movement. CAPE teaches children both practical skills and emotional intelligence, which Angie and Renee both found to be lacking in traditional curricula. Together, the duo joins Kell...
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July 20, 2023 • 62 mins
Chef Chris has lived an interesting life or three. Seriously, it would be easier to list the things he hasn’t done. Chris grew up in a Buddhist monastery. He was a competitive cheerleader. He’s cooked fine meals for Russian oligarchs. He found and then kicked drugs and is now an Executive Chef at KYU NYC. Dude is only 35 and his story is already incredible.
Now sober, happy, and about to become a father, Chef Chris brings his though...
Now sober, happy, and about to become a father, Chef Chris brings his though...
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July 18, 2023 • 55 mins
Unlike most, Ryan Jaros started early. His entrepreneurial mind led him to not only create the Pursuit of Perfection brand, but also led him inward, to face his learning disabilities and overcome them. He and his fantastic mustache are absolutely Harder Than Life, and we are excited to share Ryan's story with you!
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July 13, 2023 • 50 mins
Everything we do on Harder Than Life is for charity. This week, we want to talk about one of the awesome organizations we are partnering with: Variety - the Children’s Charity of Detroit. This small but mighty organization serves more than 20,000 children with special and unique needs every year. At the helm is Michelle Murphy, the former teacher turned Executive Director at Variety Detroit. This week, Michelle joins Kelly to talk ...
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July 11, 2023 • 68 mins
This week, Kelly is joined by personal and business coach Kristen Cullen! Kristen is a branding expert whose holistic approach to brand-building - and to life - is truly unique. She and Kelly connect on how they are changing misconceptions about what it means to be vulnerable, and why vulnerability is so essential to becoming Harder Than Life. Featured topics include:
- Success is a choice: are your preconceptions about success pr...
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July 6, 2023 • 52 mins
After a destructive relationship with alcohol left him homeless for 18 months, Jim Hernandez embraced sobriety. Today, he’s the man behind the addiction recovery non-profit Valor Rising and the Valor Fitness Clothing line. When he isn’t working as a recruiter, Jim dedicates himself to helping others overcome addiction and build healthier lives. This week, he joins us bright and early from his LA gym to share his story and talk abou...
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July 4, 2023 • 67 mins
When Michelle Rios says she saw a sign that her life needed to change, she’s being literal. When she most needed it, Michelle saw a billboard for a therapist and decided to prioritize her mental health. Then, her life changed forever.
Now, Michelle Rios is an executive and host of the Live Your Extraordinary Life podcast. In this episode, Kelly talks to Michelle about the importance of therapy and coaching to living a happy life. Li...
Now, Michelle Rios is an executive and host of the Live Your Extraordinary Life podcast. In this episode, Kelly talks to Michelle about the importance of therapy and coaching to living a happy life. Li...
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June 29, 2023 • 54 mins
According to Coach Jeff Forester, we are most qualified to help the people we once were. For Jeff, his past struggles have made him a perfect coach for troubled young adults.
This week, Jeff, founder of Hi-Lite Coaching and host of the Pathways to Greatness podcast, joins Kelly for a far-reaching conversation. The two discuss healthier ways for men to communicate, the effects of pornography on your outlook, and how to spread positi...
This week, Jeff, founder of Hi-Lite Coaching and host of the Pathways to Greatness podcast, joins Kelly for a far-reaching conversation. The two discuss healthier ways for men to communicate, the effects of pornography on your outlook, and how to spread positi...
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June 27, 2023 • 46 mins
Dylan Smith was misdiagnosed with ADHD at a young age and was properly diagnosed with dyslexia at age 16. His response? He resolved to wake up early, stay up late, and grind on his studies to succeed. He chose to be Harder Than Life and today, he joins us to tell his story. When Dylan isn't killing it in the IT world, he is raising awareness through his organization, D is for Dyslexia, and his podcast. This week's episode is to mot...
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June 20, 2023 • 55 mins
*Trigger Warning: This episode includes graphic discussions on the topics of sexual assault, eating disorders, and other distressing subjects. Discretion is advised.
Kimberly Riggins wants you to love your naked ass. In fact, that’s the name of her podcast and her coaching academy, where she helps people learn to live without shame. This week, Kim shares her heartbreaking story. From overcoming trauma and accepting herself to findi...
Kimberly Riggins wants you to love your naked ass. In fact, that’s the name of her podcast and her coaching academy, where she helps people learn to live without shame. This week, Kim shares her heartbreaking story. From overcoming trauma and accepting herself to findi...
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June 13, 2023 • 49 mins
You have to love you. It’s non-negotiable.
This week, Kelly welcomes mindset coach Nicole Frazier to the podcast. Nicole helps people grapple with the private, painful issues that often hold us back from our full potential. Today, she tells her story and shares her outlook on living a more complete life. In this packed episode, Nicole shares:
This week, Kelly welcomes mindset coach Nicole Frazier to the podcast. Nicole helps people grapple with the private, painful issues that often hold us back from our full potential. Today, she tells her story and shares her outlook on living a more complete life. In this packed episode, Nicole shares:
- How to be coached, and what you need to know before signing up.
- How to escape the cycle o...
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