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Ganas Podcast

Alexander Piña

Hello, my name is Alexander. I"m a researcher, coach, published author, and now devoted podcaster. On the Ganas Podcast I get down to the nitty gritty of people"s professions and find out what inspires them. My hope is that you, the listener, will learn something, feel related to, or take action in your own life after hearing someone else"s story.

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32- Matt Stephenson- Founder, STEM Advocate,...

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2022/04/17

Matt is the CEO of Code2College, an ATX based nonprofit building a network of diverse technical talent. We talk about how Code2College is increasing accessibility in STEM for underrepresented populations by teaching students how to code and other professional related skills. We talk about Matt's experience as an adjunct professor at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas. We also cover Code2College's three pillars which drives the success of the nonprofit and the students who

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00:57:33

31- Lucy Hendricks- Gym Owner, Dancer, Master...

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2022/03/17

Lucy is a gym owner out in Kentucky! She's one of the first few mentors I had in the fitness industry. In this episode we talk about how important it is to pay attention to how you are speaking to clients. Educating people on concepts can be highly difficult, and she's mastered the craft of breaking topics down. She also delves into the struggles she's experienced owning a gym with her ex partner, and how they've come together and applied learnings from Business for Unicorns to create a beautiful

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30- Kevin L. Matthews II, Finance Author, Investing...

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2022/03/10

Kevin is hands down one of my FAVORITE investing educators. Kevin is a best selling author, and a former financial advisor. He's given lectures all over the country on investing information, and has been featured The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, and Black Enterprise. On this episode we get into investing tips for complete beginners, why building generational wealth is essential, and should you time the market to find a good time to start throwing money into the stock market?We

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29- Jonathan Borsky, Tennis Guru, Go Getter,...

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2022/01/29

Borsky and I go way back! We went to the University of Oklahoma together and would spend hours at the rec center bouncing from the basketball court to the weight room. Borsky talks about the importance of staying consistent with something you have a passion for. We also talk about tennis technique and strategy. We cover some of the physiology of, "Why do tennis players grunt?". Lastly, Borsky talks about his journey with Asperger Syndrome and how he feels more empowered than ever.

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01:04:41

28- Natalie Higby, Co-Founder, Dog Mom, Coach and...

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2022/01/28

Natalie is the Co-Founder of Durable Athlete, a health and wellness company based on four pillars (Breath, Movement, Nutrition, Sleep). She's also a past educator, and Onnit Coach. We cover how setting up daily habits can set your day up for success allowing you to live your best life. We also hear about what Natalie has learned as she's grown into a business owner and online coach. She also talks about the importance of being consistent and so much more! WEBSITE BELOW, AND CHECK OUT THEIR

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27- Dr. Tim Richardt, DPT, CSCS, Movement Lover,...

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2022/01/05

Dr. Tim is an incredible Physical Therapist in Denver, Colorado. He is incredibly knowledgable so we go over simple ways to grow your booty while also sharing why clamshells may not be the best option, and how his journey to running his own business has come to fruition (do it in the easiest possible way). We also go over tangible ways to stick to your New Year's resolution goals and ensuring that you're making the best choices to stay on track. We also go over his ideal day of fitness and what he

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00:59:51

26- Dominique Cordero, Language Coach, World...

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2022/01/03

Dominique is a sensational coach out here in Austin, Texas. She teaches Spanish to adults and runs her own tutoring business where beginner to advanced students can increase their confidence, and ability to connect and communicate with others in Spanish. We talk about her life in Sacramento, what went into the decision for her to go live in Mexico and Spain for years, and her love of dancing. We also cover her new program, "Alas" and how working with her can vastly improve you Spanish speaking

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01:01:18

25- Junil Rodriguez, NYC's Most Beloved Coach, Anime...

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2021/12/21

Junil is a worldwide global coach based out of NYC. On this episode Junil and I cover a ton of great topics. We go over the future of memes, why learning how to communicate with your clients is so important, and why having a niche in the coaching industry is wildly overrated. We also cover the importance of being a lifelong student with a growth mindset, house music, and so much more. Train with Junil down below, see results! https://thejunmethod.com

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01:02:48

24- Kyle Dobbs, Family Man, Urgency Setter, Leader,...

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2021/12/20

Kyle is a titan in the fitness industry. He's the owner of Compound Performance, an education based platform for coaches and trainers. Kyle and I go over his past in New York, how to go about creating a successful business, and how to make a scary leap by taking action. We also talk about breaking tasks down, prioritization of goals, and much more. With a Masters degree in Organizational Psychology, Kyle drops some major bombs in this episode. Train with Kyle or find all of the services provided

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00:54:00

23- Francheska Martinez, Movement Ninja, Musical...

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2021/12/15

Francheska is a BFD not only in Austin, but internationally as she's cultivated a loyal following who love movement. Francheska and I talk her background and how she got into coaching others, music, and who the TOP DOGS of the hamburger world are out here in Austin, Texas. We also cover the exciting retreat she's throwing in Mallorca, Spain, there's only a few spots left so go ahead and reserve yours! Want to workout with Francheska on IG? https://www.instagram.com/francheskafit/ Workout Programs

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00:55:08

22- Nicole Jenkins, CEO, La Playa y Sol, and Hella Buena

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2021/12/09

Nicole is the founder of an ETHICAL and SUSTAINABLE swimwear line Hella Buena. We get down to the nitty gritty of her ups and downs as a new business owner while still juggling college, the feelings that she experienced during her first clothing launch, and what she learned moving to Hawaii. We also cover how she is combating climate change with her company, how she plans to make an inclusive products for everyone, and how important authenticity is. HELLA

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01:08:38

21- Kiki Crawford, M.S., PhD Candidate, Stem Cell...

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2021/12/07

Kiki and I go way back as we grew up together. He is legitimately one of the kindest, and most intelligent people I've ever met. We talk about his past as a UT Austin student, and his experience as Longhorn Quidditch player. With multiple research publications behind him, we get into some very interesting topics regarding how humans experience the world, stem cell research, and what the future looks like for personalized medicine.

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20- Dr. Nick Disarro, PT, DPT, Staten Island's Finest...

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2021/12/06

Nick is a physical therapist at ResilientRX, a premier physical therapy spot in Austin, Texas. Nick and I talk about how important it is to connect with your clients, as it leads to a more sustainable and long term relationship. We go over what pushed him into the Physical Therapy space, and what he gets from helping people get out of pain. We also cover the importance of being a lifelong learner and the benefits it can bring you, becoming a father, and his love for playing guitar. Nick's

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19- Amy Hooper, PT, DPT, Outdoor Enthusiast and...

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2021/11/23

Amy and I get into why Eastside Movement Company is one of the top places you want to visit for physical therapy here in Austin, Texas. We talk about the experience of being an entrepreneur and the pros and cons that are associated with it. We also cover their mission statement of, "Come Home to Your Body" and what it means. We talk about how to begin dealing with your pain if you're experiencing it, low back pain, what optimal community outreach looks like for her, and how amazing the ATXGFL

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18- Sam Eisenberg, Fitness and Wellness Coach,...

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2021/11/23

Sam is a fitness and wellness coach who has a great wholistic model when it comes working with clients. With a past in social work, Sam has blended his love of physical fitness and mental health to really serve his clients. He's also the co-owner of Live Limitless which is a brand that aims to assist you in coming up with objective measures to achieve your goals. We get into his past of managing trainers, why his model to help clients is novel and effective, why the hours you're not in the gym

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17- Andrew Gonzales, MS, CSCS, Concert Junkie Killers...

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2021/11/17

Drew is a PhD candidate at Texas A&M in the Exercise & Sport Nutrition Lab. We talk about his current and past research, the importance of researching tactical populations, and fitness myths regarding diet and movement. We also cover why it's important to take care of yourself through proper water intake, sleep, and nutrition, and we deep dive into nutrition!!

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16- Mark Swaggard, BILLS MAFIA Debonaire, and Sales Guru

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2021/11/17

Mark is a die hard Bills fan so we get a great glimpse at what it's like to a part of that group, while hearing some compelling justifications for why they act with such a passion. He is also an incredible salesman at a tech company here in Austin, shedding light on why he's successful at sales. If you're looking to pick up on actionable steps to increase your sales methods and confidence, this is a can't miss episode. We also get into some politics and why he invited me out to grab a drink at a bar

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01:00:16

15- Brock Cunningham, UT Longhorn, GLUE GUY, Native...

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2021/11/10

Brock plays basketball for The University of Texas and he's extremely prideful to wear the Burnt Orange. We talk about the importance of being the glue guy for the team and growing as a leader, expectations that the UT Mens Basketball team has, and who has some of the best trash talk in the Big 12. We also cover how important it is to be humbled and open to growing as an individual and teammate, and the awesome podcast he plans to begin in the near future!

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14- Dr. Anthony Rusciotto, DPT, Austin's Funniest...

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2021/11/08

Anthony is the co-owner of Eastside Movement Company on the Eastside of Austin. We talk about how their approach to physical therapy is truly a client-centered approach, the heavy task of opening and running a business, what our feedback for the educational system (because it's broken) looks like, and is the Nursing Hive going to cancel me??? Here's their website. https://www.eastsidemovement.com

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00:59:45

13- Liliana Renteria, MS, Exercise Physiology's...

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2021/11/08

Lillie is the epitome of why I pride myself in being an exercise physiologist. We talk about the importance of more research being conducted on women, how the heart and blood flow can be altered when floating in space, the benefits of collaborating on research, and how important it is to learn the skill of critical thinking when you read something.

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