The Mean Grit Podcast

24 Hours to Run 100 Miles (Leadville 100) | Rob Sembiante

From Navy Diver to World Record Holder: Rob Sembiante’s Grit in Life & Leadville!What does it take to finish the legendary Leadville 100 in under 24 hours—with just 4 minutes to spare? In this episode of the Mean Grit Podcast, I sit down with Rob Sembiante, an ultra-endurance athlete, Navy veteran, real estate investor, and e-commerce entrepreneur who has built his life on one principle: bet on yourself.Rob’s story takes us from the Navy SEAL pipeline to crewing across America, to setting a world record for the fastest 100-mile race in Antarctica, and finally to conquering the Leadville 100. Along the way, he shares:How failing BUD/S training reshaped his perspective on grit and disciplineWhy voluntary suffering makes the rest of life easierThe chaos of pooping 14 times during Leadville (and still clawing back to sub-24 hours!)The mindset of “never leaving the race” that fuels his successWhy discipline—not emotion—is the foundation of gritBalancing personal glory with the fulfillment of crewing and supporting othersWhether you’re an endurance athlete, entrepreneur, or someone chasing big goals, Rob’s story is a masterclass in resilience, risk-taking, and relentless discipline.Chapter Breakdown:0:00-2:20 Introducing Rob Sembiante2:21-4:08 Preparing for a sub 24 hour Leadville w/ Mike McKnight4:09-7:45 Fears, Limits, & Assessing Risk7:46-12:49 A World Class Crew Chief12:50-14:59 Rob's Definition of Grit15:00-23:55 The Leadville 100 Recap24:00-27:15 Seeing Friend, Pros, & Finishing Strong27:16-28:56 Advice to Live By🚨 What does grit mean to you? Drop your thoughts in the comments!👍 Like, 💬 Comment, and 🔔 Subscribe for more stories of grit, endurance, and ordinary people doing extraordinary things.#Leadville100 #UltraRunning #MeanGritPodcast #RobSembiante #Grit

Moving Forward, Running with Grief | Josh Coleman

Josh Coleman's Journey Through Loss, Love, and HUNDREDS of Miles | Mean Grit Podcast"This wasn’t just my wife. This was my best friend, my everything."When tragedy strikes, how do you keep going?In this deeply personal and powerful episode of the Mean Grit Podcast, we sit down with Josh Coleman, a man who turned unthinkable heartbreak into fuel for a life lived on foot. After losing his wife Erin in a tragic car accident, Josh found himself staring into the void. What followed wasn’t a retreat—it was a relentless push forward.🏃‍♂️ From grief to grit, Josh shares:How he processed overwhelming loss through ultrarunningWhat it took to finish his first Tahoe 200 after encouragement from Candice BurtHow running daily became a ritual for healingThe pain behind the freedom of living out of a vanWhat it means to carry a loved one’s memory in every mile🛤️ This episode isn’t just about endurance—it’s about finding purpose in pain, honoring someone you love, and choosing to move forward even when the weight feels unbearable.📖 Josh is also working on a book called “Moving Forward: Running with Grief”—a reflection of how grief can shape, strengthen, and ultimately lead us down unexpected trails.💬 “Grief doesn’t go away. But you learn to move forward with it—not as a burden, but as a guide.”👇 Leave a comment:Have you ever used running, writing, or another practice to process grief or hardship? Share your story—we’d love to hear from you.📌 Subscribe for more raw, real conversations about resilience, grit, and the human spirit.🎙️ Watch more episodes of the Mean Grit Podcast for powerful interviews with runners, dreamers, and those fighting through life’s toughest miles.#MeanGrit #RunningWithGrief #JoshColeman #Tahoe200 #Ultrarunning #Grit #GriefJourney #LossAndHealing #TrailRunning #Moab240 #PodcastInterview #MentalHealth #RunForHer

Western States 100 GRIT Interviews | Hellah Sidibe, Rachel Entrekin, Dan Green, Eric Orton & More!

🎥 Why Is Grit So Personal? | Interviews from Western States 2025 with Hellah Sidibe, Rachel Entrekin & MoreIn this special episode of the Mean Grit Podcast, we travel to the legendary Western States Endurance Run 2025 to ask a powerful question: What is grit? From world-class champions to everyday warriors, this episode captures raw, unscripted answers that will leave you inspired to dig deeper in your own life.Here's the Breakdown!00:01 Introduction00:44 Eric Orton - Born To Run Coach04:31 Shannon Yewell Weil - Author of Buckle Fever05:32 Ken Slagter & Juan Rocha08:46 Taylor Horowitz - Death March Running Company22:38 Rachel Entrekin - Cocodona 250 Woman's Champion 202514:49 Dan Green - Cocodona 250 Men's Champion 2025 & Victor Moreau Athlete Project manager at Salomon.22:38 Hellah Sidibe - Influencer, Run Streaker, Community LeaderIt was such an honor to speak with each of these people. Please follow these amazing people. @HellahGood  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCXVX_0ukCPMLPWk64KYnHFA]  @jollyoldllama  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC32dee4LrCNzETGgiAgrWmQ]  @BargainBoysMedia  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UChP61GhleTwpvMRYU1Sc5Bw]  @BornToRunCoach  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCrV-_-l7zHQInByerjuszgw] Go buy merch created by Taylor & his team at https://deathmarchrunningcompany.com/Follow Ken on IG @wheresrunnerken Buy Shannon Weil's book at this linkhttps://www.amazon.com/Ultrarunnings-BUCKLE-FEVER-Origins-Endurance/dp/B0FD84TMD4🔥 Hear stories about:Running across America with blisters down to the fleshLosing everything and starting overQuitting jobs to chase purposeMental toughness, failure, joy, and why grit isn’t just about grinding📍 Shot in Olympic Valley during Western States Week 2025, this is more than a podcast—it's a raw look into the human spirit through the lens of endurance.👣 If you’ve ever hit a wall—in running or in life—this episode is for you.👇 COMMENT BELOW: What’s the grittiest thing you’ve ever done?

EP.20 DRONE CHALLENGE vs @devinsupertramp | The GRIT of Film making | What it takes to get the SHOT!

How far would you go to be the best?For Devin Graham, a.k.a. Devinsupertramp, the answer is: 11-mile hikes, shark-infested waters, and filming across four seasons—all for a single shot.In this inspiring episode of The Mean Grit Podcast, host James Julian sits down with one of YouTube’s most iconic filmmakers to uncover the raw hustle behind the viral adventure videos, cinematic stunts, and billion-view success. From parkour in Paris to Mario Kart mayhem, Devin brings you into his world—a world where grit matters more than gear.🎧 What You'll Hear In This Episode:The shot that took 15 months (and was totally worth it)The emotional toll of creating videos that flopHow being a dad is awesome!What it means to suffer for your art—and why it’s worth itA cinematic drone competition between Devinsupertramp and Mean Grit 😅💬 “Grit is suffering for your art. It’s fighting for every frame.” – Devin Graham👀 Stay to the end to see Devin & James face off in a drone showdown… Let us know who won in the comments: Devinsupertramp vs. Mean Grit🎥 About Devin Graham:With 6.4 million subscribers and a portfolio of cinematic stunts, travel adventures, and storytelling magic, Devin has built one of the most beloved and visually stunning YouTube channels of all time. But behind the lens is a story of hard work, heartbreak, and never settling for “good enough.”🔔 Subscribe for more episodes from the Mean Grit Podcast, where we talk to extraordinary people who do hard things on purpose.📌 Follow Devin Graham:YouTube: @devinsupertrampInstagram: @devinsupertramp📌 Follow Mean Grit:Instagram / TikTok / YouTube: @meangrit#Devinsupertramp #MeanGrit #Grit #YouTubeFilmmaker #AdventureVlogs #DroneCinematography #CreativeGrit #Podcast #Storytelling #ViralVideos #DevinGraham #FilmmakingJourney #DroneChallenge

EP.19 Middle School ORCHESTRA Concerts w/out Earplugs? | Angela Harman Makes it Happen!

🎙 Mean Grit Podcast – Episode 19What does it take to turn a noisy middle school classroom into a symphony of discipline, joy, and grit? In this inspiring episode of the Mean Grit Podcast, we step off the trail and into the music room with Angela Harman, a middle school orchestra teacher who's not only changing the way kids learn music — she's changing lives.Angela brings fun, energy, and a whole lot of heart to her teaching. From rubber chickens to rock concert-level performances, her approach is anything but ordinary. But beneath the costumes, candy, and cello battles lies a deeper lesson: the power of practice, perseverance, and belief in your potential.As the teacher of two of my own children, I’ve witnessed firsthand how Angela turns beginners into confident musicians and middle school mayhem into magic.🎶 In this episode, we cover:How grit is taught one note at a timeMaking music education fun and high-qualityBalancing discipline with joy in the classroomHow teachers can battle burnout with creativityThe role of practice in building confidence — in music and lifeWhether you're a parent, teacher, musician, or just someone chasing a big goal — this episode is a masterclass in resilience, teaching, and the power of passion.💡 Angela Harman is more than a music teacher — she’s a builder of grit, joy, and future greatness.🌐Visit her website: https://orchestraclassroom.com/📲 Follow her on Instagram: @orchestra.teacher.life👇 Like, comment, and subscribe if this episode inspired you or made you reflect on a teacher who changed your life.📲 Follow us: @MeanGrit#MeanGritPodcast #AngelaHarman #TeachingGrit #MusicEducation #OrchestraTeacher #MiddleSchoolMagic #GrowthMindset #Resilience #MusicMatters #TeacherInspiration #inspiration #motivation Keywords:How to be a better teacher? Teaching Orchestra, Making the classroom engaging. Teacher, music, cello, bass, violin, viola, orchestra, grit, resilience, practice, training,