There are only 912 people who can say they played Squid Game — and this is what it was really like behind the scenes.

In Part 1 of this conversation, Kelly Bernadyn opens up about being cast on Squid Game: The Challenge and what actually happened once the cameras were rolling. From the pressure of competing for life-changing money to the emotional reality of elimination, this episode pulls back the curtain on an experience most people only see through edited TV moments.

We also dive into how Squid Game fits into Kelly’s non-linear life — from EMT work and pro football to constantly choosing the uncomfortable path forward. Part 2 continues this story, including what the show didn’t show and how the experience changed her perspective forever.

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Anger doesn’t always show up quietly. Sometimes it hits your body first—tight chest, racing thoughts, the urge to walk it out just so you don’t explode. In this episode of the Elite Life Podcast, we talk honestly about what anger really is, why it shows up so intensely, and how to process it in real time without hurting yourself or others.

This conversation breaks down practical ways to release anger in a healthy ways. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions or worried about losing control, this episode will help you feel seen and give you tools you can actually use.

You’re not weak for feeling anger—you’re human.

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Christmas doesn’t have to look perfect to be meaningful. In this special holiday episode, we share favorite Christmas memories, family traditions, funny stories, and honest conversations about what to do when the holidays don’t look “normal.”

We talk about faith, nostalgia, creating new traditions, giving back, and finding joy—whether you’re surrounded by family, spending Christmas differently this year, or looking for ways to make the season feel full again. However you’re celebrating, this episode is here to remind you that Christmas is what you make it.

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