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The Relentless Project

Ish Lopez

Exploring the art of relentless pursuit in every aspect of life. Uncovering the stories of those who refuse to settle for mediocrity, those who never give up, who strive for greatness and inspire us to push beyond our limits. Join us for motivational insights, personal development tips, and powerful conversations that will empower you to achieve your dreams. #TheRelentlessProject RSSVERIFY

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#134
May 3 · 3 hr 8 min
#134 - Refusing to Break: Building a More Capable Human | The Steven Chin Story
Steven Chin has spent his entire life in the fire, evolving from a professional fighter and Private Military Contractor to an active Law Enforcement officer and SWAT operator. He lives by the gritty philosophy of "Stress Inoculation," believing that intentionally seeking out hard things and taking absolute ownership is the only way to become a truly capable human being. Steven’s relentless mindset is unbreakable. Today, as the President of Direct Action Training Inc., he is eliminating the BS in the tactical industry to provide legitimate preparation for individuals who bet their lives on their training. We discuss the brutal realities of combat, the mental edge required to survive the shadows, and why leaning into extreme stress is the ultimate life hack. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#133
April 26 · 1 hr 33 min
# 133 - Designing the Culture: From Sketchbook to Storefront | The Vindeezy Story
In an era where most clothing brands exist solely online, Pittsburgh fashion designer Vincent McConville, aka Vindeezy, decided to plant a physical flag in his city by launching 150 West Street. He didn't just fuse high-fashion luxury with authentic streetwear; he built a brick-and-mortar storefront that doubles as a vibrant hub for artists, hustlers, and entrepreneurs to collaborate. We dive into the brutal behind-the-scenes reality of his passion, his motivations and the motivation to connect the people of the City. Vindeezy breaks down the mental shift from being an artist to a scalable business owner, proving that true greatness means building a culture instead of just a product. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#132
April 19 · 1 hr 51 min
#132 - Jail, Faith, & Jiu-Jitsu | The Travis Scott Story
Pastor Travis Scott went from a fatherless youth with multiple arrests and a 0.09 GPA to a devoted counselor and husband of 26 years. Driven by his faith, he refused to become a tragic statistic and completely rewrote his life's trajectory through what he calls "gracious but brutal honesty." Proving that his relentless pursuit applies to both the spiritual and the physical, Travis stepped onto the Jiu-Jitsu mats at age 45 and earned his Brown Belt in an insanely fast four-and-a-half years. We explore his mindset and motivation, preparing for the IBJJF Nogi Worlds at 50, and how surviving on the mats perfectly mirrors weathering life's hardest storms. This episode proves that no matter how broken your starting line is, you can always take absolute ownership and change your future. Real people, Real stories, Real f*cking life.
#131
April 12 · 2 hr 29 min
#131 - From Army Ranger to the New American Dream | The Alex Cabral Story
Alex Cabral didn't wait around when 9/11 happened; at just 17 years old, he signed an Army Ranger contract and eventually deployed six times as a highly-trained sniper. After walking away from a safe desk job at the NSA, he spent eight grueling years operating in the shadows as an intelligence contractor in Iraq and Syria. Today, he has traded the chaos of the sandbox for the "New American Dream," building a peaceful multi-family homestead and raising his kids. We discuss his jarring transition from life-or-death operations to becoming a youth baseball commissioner, and how he now uses his Spec Ops experience to build mental armor for first responders with Sharp Performance. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#130
April 5 · 1 hr 45 min
#130 - Roofing, Wrestling, & Wrecking | The Bryson Jones Story
At just 21 years old, undefeated amateur fighter Bryson Jones is redefining the blue-collar grind by balancing grueling days tearing off roofs with a calculated obsession to dominate the cage. We break down his insane strategy of using live boxing, kickboxing, and wrestling matches as his actual preparation for MMA, often competing in these other disciplines right in the middle of a fight camp. Bryson opens up about starting with a wrestling base and diving headfirst into every martial art available to forge himself into the ultimate mixed martial artist. This conversation proves that you don't need a full-time athlete's schedule to completely out-work the competition and build a flawless 4-0 record. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#129
March 29 · 1 hr 48 min
#129 - The Ultimate Heel Turn: From Rock Bottom to Pro Wrestling Champion | The Nick Hamrick Story
Nick Hamrick gets paid to be the villain in the wrestling ring, but in reality, he is living the ultimate redemption story. Once living a dangerous life on the streets that cost him everything, Nick hit rock bottom before finding his faith and completely flipping the script. Today, he is a licensed real estate agent, a devoted father, and a heavyweight champion who has wrestled over 300 matches since 2020. We discuss his gritty transition from selling drugs to selling houses, and how he channels his dark past into becoming "100% Pure Greatness" inside the squared circle. This episode is proof that no matter how far you've fallen, your past does not dictate your future. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#128
March 22 · 2 hr 26 min
#128 - Becoming Untappable: The Black Belt Mindset | The Tanner Hall Story
Two years after his first appearance, BJJ Black Belt, REALTOR, and Mortgage Lender Tanner Hall returns to the podcast for a massive full-circle moment as we officially team up in the real estate game. In a raw and unexpected segment, Tanner opens up about his hidden battle with Kratom addiction and the grueling mental warfare required to get clean and stay grounded. We dive into his 12-year journey on the mats, exploring the philosophy behind his "Untappable White Belt" course and why learning to survive under crushing pressure is the ultimate foundation for success. From the pitcher's mound to balancing the intense hustle of Real Estate with fatherhood, Tanner breaks down how he navigates life's heaviest responsibilities. This is a conversation about quiet resilience, facing your demons, and refusing to tap out when it matters most. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life.
#127
March 8 · 1 hr 47 min
#127 - Working in the Dark: From Obesity to Undefeated Champion | The Bryan Mitchell Story
By day, Bryan Mitchell is an electrical lineman battling high voltage and brutal weather on utility poles, but by night, he is an undefeated 4-0 amateur MMA Light Heavyweight Champion. We dive into Bryan's incredible physical and mental transformation, exploring how he fought his way back from severe obesity through cycling and Jiu-Jitsu to eventually dominate inside the cage. Bryan opens up about the grit required to balance grueling blue-collar labor with intense fight camps, and the immense mental toll of surviving a one-year layoff filled with canceled fights. His journey is a powerful testament to the value of doing the hard work in the dark so that you are ready when the championship lights finally come on. Real people. Real stories. Real f**king life. Send a text Support the show The path to success is RELENTLESS. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram & X, (@RelentlessPRJCT) or visit www.therelentlessproject.com. Please subscribe to tye YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/@RelentlessPrjct

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