Among Champions

Ramón Dominguez

Among Champions, hosted by Hall of Fame jockey Ramón Dominguez, dives into the real stories behind success. From legendary figures in horse racing to standout achievers in business, sports, and beyond, the show explores resilience, turning points, and the moments that define a champion’s path. Each episode offers inspiring, honest conversations that help listeners push toward their own goals.

  1. Aug 10

    Simon Keith: Two Heart Transplants, One Unstoppable Comeback

    🚀 At 21 years old, professional soccer player Simon Keith was told his heart was irreparably damaged and he had only months to live. He got a heart transplant, made a full recovery, and became the first athlete in history to play professional sports after a heart transplant — a comeback story he calls "halftime," not the end of the game. Host Ramon Dominguez, a retired professional jockey who rode in over 21,000 races, sits down with Simon for a conversation about resilience, discipline, and legacy — from growing up the "runt of the litter" in a soccer family, to playing pro soccer with no nerve connection between his transplanted heart and his brain, to founding a foundation that's raised over $10 million for transplant kids. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Simon Keith – The First Transplanted Professional Athlete, Entrepreneur & Keynote Speaker  💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️How Simon turned a "you have months to live" diagnosis into the drive for one of sports' most improbable comebacks ✔️Why he calls surviving his heart transplant "halftime," not the finish line ✔️The mindset shift from relying on motivation to building systemized discipline ✔️How he adapted his game with no nerve connection between his transplanted heart and his brain ✔️Why believing in the "power of stupid" can help you push past odds that would stop most people ✔️The moment that turned him from a self-focused athlete into the founder of a foundation that's helped thousands of transplant kids ✔️What surviving two heart transplants and a kidney transplant, 32 years apart, taught him about longevity and gratitude ✔️ His one message for living life to the fullest and not taking anything for granted 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 🎧Connect with Simon Keith: 🌐 Website → https://thesimonkeithfoundation.com/ 🌐 LinkedIn  → https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-keith-c-m-89567340 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/skeith1234/ 💼Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/TheSimonKeithFoundation/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    Simon Keith: Two Heart Transplants, One Unstoppable Comeback
  2. Jul 6

    How One Decision Saved a Champion Jockey's Life

    🚀 Triple Crown-winning jockey Jeremy Rose joins host Ramon Dominguez, alongside his mother Cindy Robinson, for one of the most honest conversations ever shared about horse racing, addiction, and redemption. Jeremy reflects on his unforgettable victories aboard Fleet Alex, the life-changing 2005 Preakness and Belmont Stakes, the devastating opioid addiction that followed career-ending injuries, and the long road back to sobriety. Cindy shares the emotional journey of supporting her son through recovery, making this an inspiring episode about resilience, family, and overcoming life's toughest battles. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Jeremy Rose – Triple Crown-Winning Jockey & Horse Racing Champion 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Jeremy Rose's path to becoming a championship jockey ✔️ Behind the scenes of Fleet Alex's historic Triple Crown campaign ✔️ The hidden dangers of opioid addiction in professional sports ✔️ How family support helped Jeremy achieve lasting sobriety ✔️ Finding purpose and fulfillment after life-changing adversity 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Jeremy Rose: 🌐 Website → Afleetalexjock@yahoo.com 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    How One Decision Saved a Champion Jockey's Life
  3. Jun 29

    How to Master Fear Like an Everest Climber

    🚀 In this inspiring episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with legendary explorer Peter Hillary, son of Sir Edmund Hillary, to discuss growing up in one of history's most iconic families, climbing Mount Everest twice, the mental strength required to conquer the world's highest peaks, and why true success is ultimately measured by the impact we leave on others. Peter also shares powerful leadership lessons, the importance of curiosity, and how continuing his father's humanitarian legacy through the Himalayan Trust has become his life's greatest purpose. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Peter Hillary – Explorer, Mountaineer, Author & Humanitarian 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Growing up with Sir Edmund Hillary ✔️ The mindset required to climb Mount Everest ✔️ Why fear improves performance ✔️ The importance of curiosity and lifelong exploration ✔️ Building a legacy through service and giving back 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, entrepreneur, athlete, or simply pursuing a bigger dream, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Peter Hillary: 🌐 Website → https://www.peterhillary.com/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    How to Master Fear Like an Everest Climber
  4. Jun 15

    How Horses Are Helping People Beat Addiction

    🚀 In this powerful episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with Frank Taylor, co-founder of Stable Recovery, and former champion jockey Herbie Castillo Jr. Together, they share an inspiring conversation about addiction, recovery, faith, purpose, and the healing power of horses. Frank discusses how his own recovery journey led to the creation of Stable Recovery, a groundbreaking program that combines horsemanship, the 12 Steps, and community support to help individuals rebuild their lives. Herbie openly shares his personal struggles with alcoholism, his path to sobriety, and how Stable Recovery gave him a renewed sense of purpose. This heartfelt discussion explores resilience, redemption, and the incredible impact of helping others. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Frank Taylor – Co-Founder of Stable Recovery 🏡 Herbie Castillo Jr. – Former Champion Jockey & Stable Recovery Mentor 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ The creation and mission of Stable Recovery ✔️ Herbie Castillo Jr.'s personal recovery journey ✔️ The healing connection between horses and people ✔️ Faith, humility, and the power of the 12 Steps ✔️ Building purpose, discipline, and community in recovery 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Frank Taylor: 🌐 Website → https://www.stablerecovery.net/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    How Horses Are Helping People Beat Addiction
  5. Jun 8

    How a Rescue Horse Became a World Champion

    🚀 In this heart-warming episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with Amanda Delgado to share the remarkable story of her rescue horse, Athena. What began as a heartbreaking rescue mission transformed into an extraordinary partnership built on trust, patience, and perseverance. Amanda recounts how Athena went from a neglected and fearful horse facing overwhelming odds to becoming a multiple World Champion and the first Western Dressage horse to earn USEF Horse of the Year honors. This powerful conversation explores resilience, belief, and the life-changing bond between horse and rider. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Amanda Delgado – Professional Western Dressage Trainer, Judge, Coach & Owner of Olympus Equestrian 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Amanda’s background in horses and military service ✔️ Rescuing Athena from neglect and abuse ✔️ Building trust with a fearful rescue horse ✔️ Success in Western Dressage competition ✔️ Winning USEF Horse of the Year and future goals 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Amanda Delgado: 🌐 Website → https://www.olympusequestrian.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/olympusequestriannc/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/olympusequestriannc/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

    How a Rescue Horse Became a World Champion

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Among Champions, hosted by Hall of Fame jockey Ramón Dominguez, dives into the real stories behind success. From legendary figures in horse racing to standout achievers in business, sports, and beyond, the show explores resilience, turning points, and the moments that define a champion’s path. Each episode offers inspiring, honest conversations that help listeners push toward their own goals.

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