Tackling Life

Ray and Dr. Conte talk passionately about self-motivation from their own life experience. They tell riveting, and sometimes hilarious, personal stories. They explain the difference between distractions and detours, how to avoid "confirmation bias," and how to win the "yes, but" game. They also talk about accepting responsibility for our lives and how to not put the onus for what we want on other people. And they talk about how to stay dialed-in at all times.

When should you be loyal and when should you be mindful of doing the right thing? Ray and Dr. Conte talk about the importance of loyalty and how loyalty defines what true character is. But sometimes loyalty can go too far. Ray talks about hard lessons he's learned from being loyal to the wrong people.

Seven-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, humanitarian, singer, songwriter, and producer, Ziggy Marley joins Ray and Dr. Conte for an uplifting and enlightening message of binding each other through love and setting the ego aside and living in a conscious way. Plus Ziggy has a special message for young people and the next generation. And he has a revealing look at the "Ziggy Marley and Family Cookbook" inspired by the food of Ziggy’s upbringing in the household of Bob and Rita Marley.

How did Ray Lewis play at the highest level in the NFL for 17 years when most players last only three? Ray attributes his longevity to his work ethic. Ray and Dr. Conte detail a specific method on how you can implement better work ethic. 

Ray and Dr. Conte answer some of your questions submitted at TacklingLifePodcast.com. Ray reveals his own definition of motivation and he describes how he maintains it consistently. He comments on ex-NFL running back Joe McKnight's tragic road-rage shooting death. They list the pitfalls of taking the easy way out, and we learn the origin of Ray's signature "Squirrel Dance."

Ray and Dr. Conte talk to Sara McMann, mixed martial artist and former Olympic wrestler. She is the first American woman in history to receive a silver medal in Olympic wrestling. She reveals how she's learned to use her natural fight or flight adrenaline response to achieve maximum athletic performance. She also tells a powerful story illustrating how to follow what you love and never let anybody tell you what your destiny is.

Ray and Dr. Conte react to the tragic shooting at Ohio State, and the huge proliferation of mass shootings overall. Do violent video games contribute to the situation? They also react to the booing of a Gold Star family on a flight to pick up their son’s ashes. How can we be mindful of when we’re inadvertently hurting or disrespecting other people? How does the media contribute to the negativity and lack of empathy in our society?

Ray and Dr. Conte have a preview of and predictions for all the upcoming holiday weekend sports, including the "rivalry of all rivalries," Florida v. Florida State. Plus Ray's philosophy on holiday dessert indulgence, and his special Thanksgiving wish for you and your family.  

Damon Dash takes a few minutes away from the set of his new movie, The List, to talk about how he conquered the music, fashion, movie and streaming industries; how he made the choice to not be involved in the streets and gang life. He also reveals his retirement plan and why he's such a big fan of the Raiders.

Ray and Dr. Conte respond to a listener question with specific, powerful solutions for handling negativity and haters in your life. They also have a preview of all of the games coming up this weekend. Don't miss their unique insights. And Ray gives his profound definition of a football player.

Ray and Dr. Conte answer listener questions, including one about how to transition out of something you love and finding new passions. Submit your questions for future episodes at the Tackling Life website at TacklingLifePodcast.com.

Ray and Dr. Conte have specific advice and compelling stories on how to find out what inspires you to keep going every day, and how to motivate others and find the best inside of them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ray and Dr. Conte welcome a special guest, 2014 ACC Player of the Year and Offensive Player of the Year -- all-American running back from the University of Pittsburgh, James Conner. He had plans to enter the NFL this year but last November everything changed. Conner endured a season-ending knee injury followed by a diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma. Publicly announcing his cancer in December 2015, he vigorously participated in Pitt's winter workouts while undergoing chemotherapy...declared cancer free in May, Conner emphatically stated his goal was to be running the football again this fall...Conner made good on his promise. Hear how Conner made a heroic journey back to the field. 

NFL legend Ray Lewis teams up with renowned anger management specialist Dr. Christian Conte for this all-new motivational podcast. Lewis and Dr. Conte help you "tackle life" through the lessons of sports. You’ll get inspired and motivated, you’ll hear some amazing stories from Ray’s 17 years in the NFL, and they'll have some very special guests.

NFL football legend Ray Lewis teams up with renowned anger management specialist Dr. Christian Conte for an all-new podcast that tackles life through the lessons of sports.