

The CLS Experience with Craig Siegel
Craig Siegel
The CLS Experience podcast, hosted by Craig Siegel, is a powerhouse of transformation, mindset, and reinvention. Ranked in the top 0.05% globally, this show brings you electrifying conversations with world-class entrepreneurs, celebrities, athletes, and thought leaders who have shattered limitations and redefined success. Craig’s unique ability to extract powerful insights and energy from his guests creates a dynamic experience that leaves listeners inspired, activated, and ready to elevate. If you’re ready to expand your thinking, unlock your potential, and step into your next level, welcome to The CLS Experience. For updates, follow @craigsiegel_cls and you can also grab the book, WSJ and USA Today bestseller 'The Reinvention Formula'. Craig believes the riskiest thing we can do is to play it safe.
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Aug 30, 2021 • 1h 3min
NFL Super Bowl Champion: Darren Woodson
Truly an honor to sit down with one of the all time greats, in any sport. After 12 years of service, Darren Woodson retired following the 2003 season as the Cowboys all-time leading tackler (1,350 career stops). Along the way, he helped Dallas win three Super Bowl championships, securing an elite position in the club's history, as well as the NFL, and really any professional sport. He is iconic and one of the most beloved Dallas Cowboys of all time. Without further ado Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with Former All Pro NFL Legend, one of the greatest players of all time and member of the iconic Dallas Cowboys, Three time Super Bowl champion, one of the hardest hitters and greatest athletes of our time, former trailblazing ESPN analyst, entrepreneur and commercial real estate tycoon, champion on and off the field, the iconic Darren Woodson. Darren dives deep on his rough childhood, growing up in the projects, but learning the meaning of drive and courage from his role model, his extraordinary single mother. From taking showers from a hose and having no money, Darren demonstrates the ability to overcome and adapt. Craig and Darren illustrate the journey to the NFL, and winning the Super Bowl as a rookie in the league, reaching the mountaintop his very first season. Craig and Darren showcase the power of availability and just showing up, and being ready when your number is called. They laugh at the irony of Darren being drafted by the iconic Dallas Cowboys, a team which Darren hated growing up. They illustrate the mindset required to battle through adversity and injuries. They talk the incredible athletes Darren played with including Deion Sanders and the hall of fame roster on their championship teams. Darren engages in all the exciting things he has going on now within the real estate industry. Darren gets emotional talking about what he misses most about the NFL, the comradery with the boys. To connect with Darren follow @DarrenWoodson28 on Instagram To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ TEXTING COMMUNITY➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Aug 23, 2021 • 51min
The "It" Factor with Suzanne Somers
Why did I want Suzanne Somers on the CLS Experience? It’s very simple, she’s an icon, legend, trailblazer, cancer survivor and simply put, I’m genuinely a fan. She’s one of America’s most famous and beloved personalities, and Hollywood royalty, and I knew in my heart she would tell an unbelievable story of the extraordinary mindset and grit to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs and entertainers of all time. Most importantly, she’s a gritty, powerful and amazing human being full of wisdom and forgiveness. Without further ado Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with TV Legend and Hollywood royalty, best known for her role as Chrissy Snow on the hit show Threes Company, NY Times best selling author, singer, legendary entertainer, Guru of fitness and beauty, the face of the legendary Thighmaster, and America’s favorite personality, the Iconic Suzanne Somers. Suzanne pulls back the curtain on being fired as the star of the hit show Three’s Company unexpectedly and the valuable lessons learned from that moment. Suzanne illustrates that performing on stage is what makes her feel most alive as she did in Vegas for decades with the legendary Frank Sinatra. Suzanne reveals how she became the face of the Thighmaster selling north of 10 Million to date and transcending the entire fitness industry. Suzanne dives deep on being the child of a violent alcoholic and how that helped shape her to become adaptive. Craig and Suzanne have a great time talking about the 3 characteristics she takes most pride in, consisting of being smart, funny and sexy. They showcase having less patience as you age, for people who do not enhance your life, and tossing people who possess toxic energy. To connect with Suzanne follow @SuzanneSomers on Instagram To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Aug 16, 2021 • 1h 6min
The World's Most Dangerous Man With Ken Shamrock
This man needs NO introduction, but I’m going to give him one anyway. When people ask me how I’m so energetic and excited every single day, it’s because I’m interacting with extraordinary humans like this one. Without further adoJoin your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with the original @UFC Legend, @WWE Superstar, 4 time world Champion, First ever UFC Hall of famer, the man behind the iconic Lion’s Den, business man, author, philanthropist, one of the baddest men in the history of combat sports, and the world’s most dangerous man, the iconic @Ken Shamrock. Ken and Craig demonstrate how Ken gravitated towards fighting at an early age and was stabbed at just 10 years young. They describe how Ken found guidance, and began to understand fighting in a controlled environment. They illustrate Ken becoming the first global MMA superstar and coming to the @UFC at it's infancy stages and putting the sport on the map on his way to being the biggest MMA star on the planet. Ken emphasizes having as many as 4 fights in a night in the beginning of the UFC. They talk the business side of things that Ken learned while competing in the @WWE that helped propel his rise to entrepreneurship. They open up about adversity and faith. Ken pulls back the curtain on his softer side despite his notorious intense exterior, and showcases the first time he felt love. Ken opens up about his feud with @Tito Ortiz that resurrected the UFC. Ken illustrates all the exciting things he has going on NOW. To connect with Ken follow @KenShamrock on Instagram To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Aug 9, 2021 • 60min
The Icon With Alicia Silverstone
This episode is special. When you interview someone you’ve never met, I love the challenge of being able to build that trust and rapport where both the guest and myself begin to lean in, forget about the world and have an unbelievable conversation about life and mindset. About 8 Minutes into this episode Alicia and I build massive rapport. Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with Hollywood legend, NY times best selling author, health advocate, and creator of the MyKind Organics brand, the Iconic Alicia Silverstone. Alicia pulls back the curtain on her early years when she gravitated towards acting at a young age. Craig and Alicia discuss their mutual admiration for being over prepared and how it breeds confidence. Alicia showcases the moment the entire journey payed off when landing her first film role in the thriller, The Crush. Craig and Alicia demonstrate all the magic she was creating with the Aerosmith videos and the one of a kind phenomenon, Clueless. Alicia talks the price of fame and everything that comes with it, especially at a very young age. Alicia highlights the moment she made the life altering decision to become a vegetarian and how that choice inspired her best selling book The Kind Diet. Alicia speaks about the decision to facilitate her son being plant based since birth. Alicia emphasizes the passion behind her brand, MyKind Organics and the delightful health benefits included. To connect with Alicia follow @AliciaSilverstone on Instagram and check out her website https://thekindlife.com/To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Aug 2, 2021 • 1h 1min
Your Dreams Don’t Care How Tired You Are With Anthony Trucks
Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with transformational coach, former NFL world class athlete, American ninja warrior, entrepreneur, speaker, Best selling author, and inspirational beacon of hope and resilience, Anthony Trucks. Anthony talks leaning into uncomfortable situations with pride knowing that on the other side contains the rewards. Anthony pulls back the curtain on growing up in foster care and adapting to a rough normalcy. Anthony illustrates his short lived NFL career and his identity crisis when it was all over. Craig and Anthony showcase fighting relentlessly for what you deserve, and cultivating a maniacal drive that is second to none. They emphasize in great detail the darkness that Anthony lived with during his transition season, post NFL before finding his purpose and becoming one of the most in demand motivational speakers on the planet. Anthony and Craig demonstrate that your dreams don’t care how tired you are.To connect with Anthony follow @AnthonyTrucks on Instagram.To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Jul 26, 2021 • 30min
The Sequel With Elena Cardone
Every Classic deserves a sequel. After the record breaking episode on The CLS Experience with the queen Elena Cardone, the audience wanted more, so we delivered. This was the sequel, an IG Live from June 2021 where Craig and Elena dive even deeper, this time while Elena is hanging out in her beautiful home relaxing with her iconic husband Grant Cardone. We talk You are the GOD of You, and how lazy is the true root of all evil. Enjoy the sequel to the instant classic.@10xgrowthconference @CardoneCapitalTo connect with Elena follow @ElenaCardone on Instagram To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Jul 19, 2021 • 50min
The Titan With Terry Thayer
Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with business coach, mentor, entrepreneur, Real Estate Mogul and e-commerce automation machine, Terry Thayer II. Terry dives deep on the power of mentorship which inspired him to supply that same leadership to his seventeen year old daughter. Craig and Terry illustrate their definition of success by cultivating freedom. Terry demonstrates his unique gift to simplify and outsource to create a seamless organized business foundation. Terry provides an intimate inside look at his early years where he established his entrepreneurial spirit while working with his father. Terry pulls back the curtain on understanding the core values and how to help businesses hire and Fire based on the principles of the brand. They discuss running their business like a professional sports team. To connect with Terry follow @TerryThayerII on InstagramTo follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Jul 13, 2021 • 56min
NHL Stanley Cup Champion: Mike Hartman
Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with NHL Stanley Cup Champion from the @New York Rangers, Mindset and leadership mentor, Entrepreneur and dream chaser, Mike Hartman. Craig and Mike pull back the curtain on the peaks and valleys that come along with taking an epic shot at life and leaving a legacy on this world. They tackle the importance of being coachable and absorbing as much knowledge as you can from the greats. Mike illustrates meeting NHL Legend Wayne Gretzky at a young age and staying determined to make it to the NHL at all costs. They demonstrate what made @Mark Messier the greatest leader in sports and how he helped facilitate the championship for the New York Rangers. Mike describes in great detail his Stanley cup run and what it’s like to win in the greatest arena in the world, Madison Square Garden.To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 2min
Fear Is A Green Light With Heather Monahan
Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with the Queen of Confidence, entrepreneur, best selling author, Glass Ceiling award winner, TEDx speaker, and founder of the explosive Boss in Heels brand, Heather Monahan. Heather dives deep on being let go by corporate America and how that blessing in disguise opened the door for her new path and alignment. Craig and Heather discuss how fear is a green light that means go and go faster. Heather and Craig illustrate the impact that confidence has in all areas of our life. Heather showcases letting go of villains who aren’t transparent with you and hold you back, in order to spread your own wings and fly. They emphasize how rejection is really an opportunity for redirection. They highlight the reframe that is available with every initial obstacle, and how a change of perspective can transform victim mentality to one of power. Heather expresses never taking a no from someone who can’t give you a yes. To connect with Heather follow @HeatherMonahan on InstagramTo follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER

Jun 28, 2021 • 1h 4min
Shock The World With Mallory Weggemann
Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with author, ESPY award winner, 15 Time World Champion, motivational Speaker, and Paralympic Gold medalist Mallory Weggemann. Craig surprises Mallory with articulate notes from her brand new book, Limitless. Mallory and Craig showcase how to handle heartbreaking trauma that you didn’t sign up for. Mallory provides intimate details on the day that changed her life forever, when a routine epidural injection turned into permanent paralysis. They illustrate how to dream again and rebuild your spirit in the process. Craig and Mallory demonstrate how we all have a choice in dealing with tough circumstances. Mallory emphasizes how forgiveness is the key to closure. They discuss bouncing back and treating failure as a step forward in the process. Mallory reveals the mindset required to become a world record holder and a 15 Time World champion. They elaborate on what it takes to earn the Gold medal at the olympics and how to be a champion in life. To connect with Mallory follow @MalloryWeggemann on Instagram.To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ TWITTER