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The Because I Can Podcast is hosted by Justin Spencer, an Emmy-winning creator, entrepreneur, and drummer for Recycled Percussion. This podcast explores how to overcome challenges, push beyond limits, and embrace life’s privileges with gratitude and determination. Through personal stories, including audacious feats like attempting seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, Justin shares lessons on perseverance, self-discovery, and breaking comfort zones.


Each episode inspires listeners to tackle their own goals, redefine their potential, and embrace the mantra, “Because I can.” Whether you’re pursuing a dream, overcoming adversity, or searching for motivation, this podcast offers real talk, resilience, and a reminder that you’re capable of more than you think.

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In this episode of Because I Can Podcast, Justin Spencer shares the exciting and often dramatic story of his cousin, Ryan Vezina, who embarked on a hitchhiking journey across America. Over 17 years of shared challenges and experiences, Ryan set out to test his limits and connect with strangers in an increasingly disconnected world. Justin details Ryan’s encounters, from bonding with unique characters like a NASCAR legend to the challenges of hitchhiking and learning the importance of kindness...
In this powerful episode of Because I Can Podcast, Justin Spencer delves into the damaging effects of judgment, both from others and the judgments we place on ourselves. He reflects on how social media and even close family can fuel insecurity and self-doubt. With raw honesty, Justin encourages listeners to shift focus away from the lives of others and invest in their own personal growth. He advocates for a world of empathy, civility, and acceptance, emphasizing the importance of understandin...
In this episode of the Because I Can Podcast, Justin dives into the art of breaking cycles and finding the elusive “butterflies” that signal excitement and transformation in life. Whether it’s changing habits, relationships, careers, or self-perception, Justin outlines practical steps for identifying what inspires you and turning it into action.With a passionate call to embrace change and disrupt the monotony, he challenges listeners to reject self-doubt, push past noise, and commit fully to ...
The Great World Race

The Great World Race

2024-12-0454:40

In this episode, Justin recounts his extraordinary journey of attempting to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents, a feat known as the Great World Race. He candidly shares the challenges, from extreme weather in Antarctica and scorching heat in Colombia to injuries, sickness, and mental battles. Despite setbacks—including severe dehydration, a minor case of rhabdomyolysis, and missing parts of some marathons—Justin pushes through to complete 6.3 marathons.The story is framed a...