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The Be Someone Podcast

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On the Be Someone podcast we go out and chat with some of the best and brightest from various fields. Find out what drives, motivates and makes these special people tick. Join us weekly for new episodes and I challenge YOU to go out and Be Someone.

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  1. Season 6 Ep: 10 Oday-Al-Saleh

    🎙️ The Be Someone Podcast | Oday Al-Saleh – Making Every Moment CountOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, Coach Chris Ortiz sits down with Oday Al-Saleh, the reigning New Texas Pro Lone Star Champion, to discuss his journey through the world of professional wrestling and the experiences…

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  2. Season 6 Ep: 9 "The Last Boy Scout" Parker Goswick

    🥊 The Be Someone Podcast | Parker Goswick – Fighting for MoreOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, Coach Chris Ortiz sits down with undefeated amateur MMA fighter Parker Goswick (4-0) to talk about his journey inside and outside the cage.Training out of Gracie Barra The Woodlands, Parker is...

  3. Season 6 Ep: 8 "Coach" Carlos Diaz

    🎙️ The Be Someone Podcast | Carlos Diaz – Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu & Chasing Olympic DreamsOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, I sit down with Carlos Diaz, head wrestling coach at Grand Oaks High School, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt, and an athlete who continues to chase big dreams while...

  4. Season 6 Ep: 7 "The Drippy Hippy" Keith Bazile

    🎙️ The Be Someone Podcast | Keith Bazile – Chasing the UFC DreamOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, I sit down with MMA fighter Keith Bazile to talk about his journey through combat sports, the people who helped shape his career, and his determination to make it to the UFC.With a 3-3...

  5. Season 6 Ep: 6 with Kiefer Bartek

    Jaden MacKinnon | Chasing Fury FC Gold & the UFC Dream | The Be Someone PodcastOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, Coach Chris Ortiz sits down with rising MMA prospect Jaden MacKinnon, a 5-2 amateur fighter with a decorated wrestling background and his sights set on becoming a future UFC...

  6. Season 6 Ep: 5 Jaden Mackinnon

    Jaden MacKinnon | Chasing Fury FC Gold & the UFC Dream | The Be Someone PodcastOn this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, Coach Chris Ortiz sits down with rising MMA prospect Jaden MacKinnon, a 5-2 amateur fighter with a decorated wrestling background and his sights set on becoming a future UFC...

  7. Season 6 Ep: 4 Alan Gonzalez

    🎙️ Alan Gonzalez | From Fury FC Champion to Professional MMA Fighter | The Be Someone Podcast 🥊🥋On this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, we sit down with Alan Gonzalez, former Fury FC 125-pound amateur champion and rising professional MMA fighter training out of Gracie Barra The Woodlands in...

  8. Season 6 Ep: 3 Coach Ricky Montelongo

    🎙️ Coach Ricky Montelongo | Jiu Jitsu, Competition & Building the Next Generation | The Be Someone Podcast 🥋On this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, we sit down with Coach Ricky Montelongo, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt, competitor, and instructor at the University of Houston.Ricky shares...

  9. Season 6 Ep:2 Dr. Chris Haggard

    🎙️ Dr. Chris Haggard | Mental Health, Martial Arts & Building Healthy Habits | The Be Someone Podcast 🥋On this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Chris Haggard for an insightful conversation about mental health, personal growth, and the importance of developing healthy…

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  10. Season 6 Ep: 1 "The Wind Dragon" Dustin Nguyen

    🐉 The Wind Dragon Dustin Nguyen | The Be Someone Podcast 🎙️On this episode of The Be Someone Podcast, we sit down with professional wrestler “The Wind Dragon” Dustin Nguyen for a conversation about professional wrestling, martial arts, chasing dreams, and the journey that brought him to where…

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  11. Season 5 Ep: 6 "The Voice of Houston" Derrick Shore

    Join us on this episode as we take a delightful trip down memory lane with Houston's very own Derrick Shore! We'll discover how this once awkward small-town teen blossomed into one of Houston's most influential voices. Derrick's career is truly remarkable: he's explored the wreckage of the…

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  12. Season 5 Ep: 5 "Burn The Ships" Floyd Mendoza III

    In this episode we chat with one of Houston's best muralist Floyd Mendoza III. This young man has had a sharp rise to the top of the HTOWN art scene. Just to demonstrate how small a world we live in Floyd is the son of a friend from many years ago. I had zero clue that the energetic kid running...

  13. Season 5 Ep: 4 "Destiny's Child" Mason Milsaps

    On this episode we sit and chat with one of my favorite students and national champion wrestler Mason Milsaps. This episode was a long time coming, a year plus to be exact. As a 7th grader Mason had pleaded with me to let him on the podcast so he could share his story. I told him that we could...

  14. Season 5 Ep: 3 "On Purpose With Purpose" Dr. Tarell Williams

    On this episode we chat with sports psychologist Dr. Tarell Williams. Coach T Will as he is known by is a fixture in the North Houston sports community. He has helped countless athletes obtain their dreams in both the mental and physical realms. We chop it up on various different subjects such as...

  15. Season 5 Ep: 2 "Dream Big" Franky Cardona

    On this episode we sit and chat with one of Houston's most iconic artist Franky Cardona. Frank's work can be seen all over our incredible city. Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, and EADO to name a few. We chop it up on several different topics such as fatherhood, jiu jitsu, vision, and advice for...

  16. TSC Episode 3 "Player 1" Jay Knight

    On this episode of "The Squared Circle" we chat with Jay Knight AKA "Player One." Jay shares with us his journey from a professional wrestling fan all the way to someone who is performing at Booker T's Reality of Wrestling. He is just one of many young people daring greatly and chasing their…

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  17. Season 5 Ep: 1 "The Art of Story Telling" Stuart Cooper

    On this episode we chat with the GOAT in the Jiu Jitsu documentary scene Stuart Cooper. I can remember being a young man who was full of piss and vinegar. I was on a mission to become the best BJJ player the world had ever seen. Part of the reason I was so obsessed with the game was because of a...

  18. TSC Episode 2 Dexx "The Line" Dixon

    On this episode we chop it up with Reality of Wrestings own Dexx "The Line" Dixon. This young powerhouse talks to us about his journey into professional wrestling. This former football standout was 100% sure of what his lifes work was to be after watching Dolph Ziggler perform at a live event.…

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  19. TSC Episode 1 "The Rocket" Josiah Jean

    On this special addition of The Be Someone Podcast we take a break from norm. We offer you a little something different in the form of "stepping inside the squared circle." A podcast that centers around the young talent over at the Reality of Wrestling. On this episode we chat with "The Rocket"...

  20. Season 4 Ep:36 "Cry Later Tattoo" Danny G

    On this episode we chat with locally respected and world renown tattoo artist Danny G of Cry Later Tattoo. Danny has been creating masterpieces for years using the skin as his canvas of choice. We were able to get a history lesson on his journey as a young man who started practicing on his…

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  21. Season 4 Ep: 35 "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith

    On this episode we chop it up with "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith. Bryan as of late has set the wrestling world a blaze. Whether it be his brilliant in ring work or his enormous following on social media one thing is for certain BK is on fire. Bryan was classically trained by 2X WWE Hall of…

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  22. Season 4 Ep: 34 "Seize The Moment" Brad Gilmore

    In this episode we chat with Brad Gilmore CEO of Gilmore Media here in Houston, TX. Brad has an interesting story, one that is paved in timing and persistence. He is proof positive that if one continues to put one foot in front of the other great things are possible. On top of all that Brad has…

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  23. Season 4 Ep: 33 "It's All In Your Head" Erik Spjut

    In this episode with speak with Vypes Coach of the year in the Houston area Erik Spjut. In his short time at College Park High School he has turned what once was a stepping stone into a national powerhouse. Topics we cover include Mindset, Breaking an Opponent, and Wrestling for MMA. Thank you...

  24. Season 4 Ep: 32 "The Ultimate Fighter" Ricky Turcios

    On this episode we chop it up with Ricky Turcios the winner of The Ultimate Fighter Season 29. It has been 11 months since he has competed in the octagon and we were able to catch up and find out what he has been up to. Like the true martial artist he is, Rick has been preparing for the next…

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  25. Season 4 Ep: 31 "Making a Difference" Kathryn Wainscott LPC

    On this episode we chat with Knox Hoops Legend and LPC Kathryn Wainscott. Kat is a counselor here in The Woodlands, TX and specializes in working with our teens as well as young adults. Kathryn has her hand on the pulse of our little community here in North Houston. She is seeing young people…

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  26. Season 4 Ep: 30 "Growth" Dr. Curtis Null Conroe ISD Superintendent

    On this episode we chat with CISD Superintendent Dr. Curtis Null. In what was one of my more enjoying episodes we chat about the educational legacy the Null family has created as well as the upcoming bond election in CISD that holds major ramifications. One thing I know for certain is that we are...

  27. Season 4 Ep: 29 "Holistic Healing" Kevin Keyes

    On this episode we chat with 6X winner of The Woodlands best Chiropractic practice Kevin Keyes. For over 20 years now Kevin and The Woodlands Family Chiropractic have been taking great care of the residents of our community. Fast forward to present day and Kevin is still looking to improve upon…

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  28. Season 4 Ep: 28 "Healed" Carson Keyes

    On this episode we chat with Carson Keyes, a young man that battled stage 3 cancer as a child. His family fought tooth and nail to make sure he made it through and have a semi normal childhood. It is amazing listening to him chronicle his memories because things were not always as they seemed....

  29. Season 4 Ep: 27 "Family, Faith, Food" Michelle Keyes

    On this episode we chat with Michelle Keyes of The Keyes Ingrediants. Michelle faced a parents worst nightmare when her family found out that her son Carson was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. Her parental instincts told her to remain calm and attack this ailment from multiple fronts. Along with…

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  30. Season 4 Ep: 26 "OGD- Only Good Days" Jeremy Mahon

    On this episode we chat with the head gorilla Jeremy Mahon from the W4R fight team. Jeremy is a man that has seen all that life has to offer and is still walking the earth to talk about it. Whether it was a near death experience while deployed overseas in Iraq, opening up multiple mixed martial...

  31. Season 4 Ep: 25 "The Fight Game" Eric Garcia

    On this episode we chop it up with Eric Garcia the CEO of Fury Fighting Championships and Submission Hunter Pro both of which are featured on the UFC Fight Pass. We were able to glean so much wisdom from this conversation. We chat about everything from the joy that fills his heart when one of his...

  32. Season 4 Ep: 24 "By Accident, By Design, Or By God" Zilla Fatu

    On this episode we chat with Zilla Fatu a young man who is soaring to great heights. Son to the late great Umaga and kin to the Royal Somoan Bloodline. We cover a multitude topics that range from his in ring debut at Booker T's Summer of Champions to wanting to eventually get to a point in his…

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  33. Season 4 Ep: 23 "A Mother’s Love" Mama Fatu

    On this short but sweet episode of the podcast we chat with Mama Fatu, mother of Zilla and wife of the late great Umaga Fatu. This woman has a unique perspective on family life and the pro wrestling business and she was kind enough to share her experiences with us on the pod. One thing is…

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  34. Season 4 Ep:22 "1 of 1" Oliver and Marc Cohen

    On this episode of the podcast we chat with Oliver and Marc Cohen. Oliver is a young man that I recently got to know via his delivery of one mean sales pitch. I initially had no intention of using anyones services that morning but our man would not take no for an answer. After convincing me that…

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  35. Season 4 Ep: 21 "The Sheriff" Kiefer Bartek

    On this very special episode we begin our journey into the video space. A huge thank you to Kiefer Barktek for dropping by and being our first guest in the next phase of this journey. On this episode we talk about the roots of New Texas Pro Wrestling and the next step in their journey building…

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  36. Season 4 Ep: 20 "Rise & Evolution of BJJ" Robert Drysdale

    On this episode we chat with one of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu's finest practitioners and educator Professor Robert Drysdale. Drysdale head instructor at Zenith Jiu Jitsu takes us on a BJJ history journey and sheds some light on its current influence. I must admit there was a lot that I was not aware of...

  37. Season 4 Ep: 19 "Raising Hell" David Reza

    On this episode of the podcast we sit and chat with David Reza, a friend of mine from Gracie Barra The Woodlands. I've known Dave for years now but after our conversation I had to step back and ask myself did I really know him. I found out so many interesting things about my buddy, so much makes...

  38. Season 4 Ep: 18 "Make your own luck" Mitch Melton

    On this episode of the pod we chat with Conroe High School senior linebacker Mitch Melton. Mitch was a little late arriving to the party but there is certainly not a lack of dance partners who wish to acquire his football skills. His story is one that demonstrates that the path to our goals is…

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  39. Season 4 Ep: 17 "Motivated" Aedan Lewis

    On this episode of the pod we sit and chat with Aedan Lewis a high school senior who is looking to fulfill his god given potential. At 6'4 and about 200 lbs Aedan has all the physical attributes one needs to make any big time college program come knocking at the door. He has had to fight through...

  40. Season 4 Ep: 16 Culture Inc "Stay Woke"

    On this episode we sit and chat with 2X Reality of Wrestling Tag Team Champions Culture Inc. If you have an eye on the indie scene you would know these young men have a rocket strapped to their backs and getting a major push. This dynamic team has athleticism on lock and the mouth piece of Nick J...

  41. Season 4 Ep: 15 "The Keyes Ingredients" Michelle Keyes

    On this episode we chat with Michelle Keyes of "The Keyes Ingredients." I met Michelle through a mutual friend of ours Dr. Jesse Robinson. He had informed me of a vibrant and very informative colleague of his that had one whale of a story. After hearing a brief synopsis I made it a point to reach...

  42. Season 4 Ep: 14 "Fam1ly" Kyle Coats

    On this episode we sit and chat with Coach Kyle Coats on of Texas High School Football's top 40 under 40. He is the new Athletic Director at College Park High School and has made one hell of a first impression upon walking in the doors. This accomplished gentleman comes to us straight off a state...

  43. Season 4 Ep: 13 "Undeniable" Tice Williams

    On this episode of the podcast we chat with my day one Tice Williams. He is a young man that I have known since he was about 5 years of age. Even way back when you could tell that he had some special qualities and traits that would separate him from the rest of the pack. Fast forward 13 years and...

  44. Season 4 Ep: 12 "The Sculptor" Grant Kiningham

    On this episode we sit and chat with Grant "The Sculptor" Kiningham one of America's premier ninja warriors. Before I say anything else about the young man let me lead with this, wow what an amazing young person. Grant not only competes at the highest levels of the sport he is raising a legion of...

  45. Season 4 Ep: 11 "Power Violence Destruction" Gaspar Hernandez

    On this episode we sit and chat with one half of the Reality of Wrestling world tag team champions Gaspar Hernandez. Gaspar is a soft spoken and reserved individual that comes alive when the bright lights hit the stage. Formally a musician in a punk rock band Gaspar decided to give his dream of...

  46. Season 4 Ep: 10 "Top Gun" Sean Kennard

    On this episode we chat with my good friend "The Top Gun" Sean Kennard. Sean is a gentleman that lives by the credo "Stay Dangerous" which actually makes a lot of sense. He has served as part of the SWAT Team team, law enforcement trainer, and mixed martial arts champion. This allows Sean to walk...

  47. Season 4 Ep: 9 "Omega Level" Josh Thomas

    On this episode we chop it up with the Elevate FC 145 lb champion Josh "Omega Level" Thomas. This soft spoken young man comes straight off the College Park HS wrestling mats where he was a standout for Coach Spjut. To his new home of Gracie Barra The Woodlands under the tutelage of UFC veteran…

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  48. Season 4 Ep: 8 "Houston MMA OG" Kru Bob Perez

    On this episode we chop it up with legendary Houston MMA OG Coach Bob Perez. Bob has been around long enough to see the Houston MMA scene from its inception all the way to its current high level form. He has taken his knowledge of the math and sciences and combined it with the love of athletics…

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  49. Season 4 Ep: 7 "Joe Jitsu" Joe Hendershot

    Another amazing podcast session with Joe Hendershot or Joe Jitsu as I like to call him. He is a young man that I have had the honor of watching grow up over the last 10 years. He is equal parts kindness and toughness which makes for an incredible human being. His MMA career has gotten off to a...

  50. Season 4 Ep: 6 "Action Psychological Services" Dr. Jesse Robinson

    On this episode we sit and chat with Dr. Jesse Robinson from Action Psychological Services. Jesse is a long time Woodlands resident who recently completed his doctoral program and now has his own private practice in town. We discuss the his journey that started off with him working as an LSSP to...

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On the Be Someone podcast we go out and chat with some of the best and brightest from various fields. Find out what drives, motivates and makes these special people tick. Join us weekly for new episodes and I challenge YOU to go out and Be Someone.

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