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February 21, 2022 52 mins

Hear the inspiring story of Rudy Reyes, Marine recon combat veteran, actor, and conservationist, as he joins Dana to discuss his views on authenticity, finding determination, and overcoming great challenges at a young age.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

  • Rudy Reyes’ background [1:00]
    • Force Blue [2:30]
  • Rudy’s outlook on life [4:00]
  • The real Rudy versus social media [5:50]
    • Authenticity [7:12]
    • Changes in media [9:30]
  • Defining influence [11:20]
  • Learning to take responsibility [15:00]
  • Rudy’s approach to social media [20:00]
  • Rudy’s definition of strength [22:24]
    • The evolution of strength [22:42]
    • “Learning to love myself” [25:10]
  • Staying disciplined [28:38]
    • Being a role model [30:10]
  • “Success can take away discipline” [31:30]
  • “Remember your original determination” [33:46]
  • SAS: Who Dares Wins [37:07]
  • “Manifest” [40:30]
  • Force Blue and ocean conservation [43:51]
  • Where to follow Rudy [50:51]

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