Conversations with individuals who overcame adversity by taking unorthodox routes to results beyond expectations.
Recent Episodes
Raw Talk, Real Recovery – Nathan Buttigieg on Addiction, Discipline, and Mental Toughness
Finding Purpose Beyond Trauma – Elizabeth Snyder’s Journey of Resilience through Photography
From Surviving to Thriving – Danielle Young on Overcoming Trauma and Reclaiming Strength
The Art of Being Happy – Andrew Matthews on Purpose, Perspective & Resilience
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Recent Blog Posts
From Game Addiction to Life Coach – The Reinvention of Nathan Buttigi…
In the quiet countryside of South Gippsland, Victoria, where rolling green hills stretch for miles and the air hums with simplicity, Nathan Buttigieg lives in a tiny house on his parents' property—a place that once served as the backdrop of hi…
Elizabeth Snyder – Capturing Strength Through the Lens
Elizabeth Snyder’s story begins in an attic with a darkroom and a dream. At just eight years old, she watched in awe as an image appeared on a blank sheet of paper—a moment of pure magic, where light and time became art. It was the first…
Danielle Young – From Surviving to Thriving
Danielle Young never expected her life to follow the path it did. Born and raised in a small Indiana town, she was the tallest girl in her class, often awkward and unsure of herself. Growing up with a single mother in a working-class community, she …
About the Host
Brad Minus
Host / Endurance Coach
Brad isn’t just a coach—he’s a challenger, a motivator, and a force of endurance. As a USAT Level I Certified Triathlon Coach, a Healthy Running Certified Running Coach, a Lydiard Level II Certified Running Coach, an RRCA Certified Running Coach, and a Personal Sports Nutrition specialist, he has dedicated his life to pushing limits and helping others do the same.
With an impressive track record—5 Ironman Triathlons, 25 Half Ironman races, 40 Marathons, a grueling 50-mile Ultra Marathon, and countless triathlons and road races—Brad knows what it takes to conquer the toughest challenges. His passion lies in coaching new runners and triathletes over 40, guiding them toward crossing their first finish line, standing on the podium for the first time, or breaking personal barriers they once thought impossible.
But endurance isn’t just about sports—it’s about life. On his podcast, Life-Changing Challengers, Brad dives deep into the stories of extraordinary individuals who have faced adversity, obstacles, injuries, and hardship—and emerged stronger. From athletes defying the odds to everyday warriors overcoming life’s toughest trials, each episode is a testament to resilience, transformation, and the power of the human spirit.
If you’re ready to be inspired, challenged, and motivated, tune in. Because true endurance isn’t just about finishing the race—it’s about rising every time life knocks you down.