Welcome to "Kicking Ass with Tanner Stone," the podcast where host Tanner Stone and his co-host’s Zander Plotkin and Lucas Montana invite you to dive into the stories of some of the most successful individuals. Join us as we explore the many ways of kicking ass, from sports and business to personal development and beyond. "Kicking Ass with Tanner Stone" promises to provide the motivation and insights you need to start kicking ass in your own unique way.
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June 16, 2026Episode 12719 min
I INTERVIEWED PEOPLE ON FORT LAUDERDALE’S CRAZIEST STREET…
Everyone knows Las Olas.The restaurants. The bars. The tourists.But just a few blocks away is a completely different side of Fort Lauderdale.I spent a night on 2nd Street talking to the people who actually hang out there and the stories were wild.From fights and crazy encounters to the reality of what happens after midnight, this is a side of the city most people never see.Would you spend a night on 2nd Street?
May 21, 2026Episode 12619 min
What Is The Purpose of College?
What is the purpose of college?In this episode Tanner interviews students at Florida Atlantic University and follows the conversation wherever it leads…
May 13, 2026Episode 1255 min
This Is What Happens When You Skip Small Talk
In this episode, Tanner learns the truth about misjudgment and first impressions. Most people think they know someone after seeing one Instagram post, one TikTok, or one moment together. WRONG!Before this run, these guys we had completely different assumptions about each other. 5 miles later, the conversation got deeper than either expected.Kind of crazy how fast strangers stop feeling like strangers when people actually listen to each other.
April 28, 2026Episode 12421 min
What is after LOOKSMAXING?
In this episode, Tanner and Lucas get real about something most people won’t question: Party Culture.Together, they break down how social media is shaping what we think is normal in life. They evaluate life’s pressures and influencers’ goals. This episode is for anyone who feels like they don’t fit in. Do you actually enjoy the life you are living? Are you trying to avoid adulthood? Or are you acting out expectations of others?
April 21, 2026Episode 12316 min
If you feel lost in your 20s… Watch this
What if feeling lost… is actually a good sign?In this solo episode, Tanner opens up about a season of life that didn’t go the way he expected and why it might be the best thing that ever happened to him.This episode is about feeling stuck, lost, or behind in your life and reframing negative situations into something that moves you forward.If you’re feeling lonely or purposeless now, this episode will shift the way you see your life.You’re not behind.You’re not broken.You’re becoming…
April 14, 2026Episode 12239 min
He Turned Eating Into a Full-Time Job…
What if you could turn something as simple as eating into a full-time career?In this episode of Kicking Ass with Tanner Stone, Tanner sits down with viral content creator Dylan McArthur, better known as Dylan Eats. While most people in their twenties are still searching for direction, Dylan found purpose—and millions of views—by doing something everyone does every day: eating.From filming mukbang videos in his college dining hall to building a social media empire, Dylan shares how he transformed a fun idea into a profitable brand in just six months. Despite graduating at just 19 and originally planning to attend law school, he took a leap of faith—and it paid off.In this conversation, Dylan opens up about: • How his videos went viral and generated over 15 million views • The difference between mukbang content and traditional food reviews • Why fast food resonates most with his audience • The pressure, criticism, and skepticism he faced early on • Balancing health, discipline, and success as a full-time creator • The ongoing search for purpose beyond money and fameThis episode explores ambition, uncertainty, and what it truly means to find your path in your twenties.
April 8, 2026Episode 12131 min
Most College Kids Party… They Did This Instead
This group of college kids all hit a point in their lives where they knew something had to change. Together they created a fast-growing community built around connection, not alcohol, and not partying. In this episode, we talk about overcoming addictions, rejecting the concept of doing things in moderation and taking the giant leap toward rebuilding yourself.We all hit a point where life could’ve gone in a completely different direction. Surrounded by people, yet all alone.What started as a small group chat turned into a fast-growing community.No marketing. No plan.Just people showing up.
March 31, 2026Episode 12040 min
Why Bad Service Makes Food Taste Worse
Most people think restaurants succeed or fail because of the food… but that’s not the truth.In this episode, Tanner sits down with Ryan, a purchasing agent at an upscale Boca Raton restaurant, to break down what actually happens behind the scenes—and what people never see.They dive into how to stop overthinking and take action, the difference between being liked and being respected, how real discipline is built, and why your environment shapes who you become.This conversation goes beyond the restaurant industry. It’s about how you think, how you show up, and how you execute.Because at the end of the day, success—whether in business or life—comes down to how you operate when no one’s watching.
March 17, 2026Episode 1192 min
We Put 11 Crazy Cinnamon Roll Flavors on a Wheel… A Pro Baker Had to Make Them
Tanner, Ben from Benji’s Buns, and the Kicking Ass Squad came up with the most chaotic cinnamon roll challenge yet.We put wild cinnamon roll flavors on a wheel and spun it to decide what Ben had to bake.No rules. No limits. Any flavor in the world.From insane combinations to surprisingly good ones…watch to see which flavors the wheel lands on and how the cinnamon rolls actually turn out.
March 10, 2026Episode 1185 min
PRO BAKER TEACHES HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CINNAMON ROLLS IN AMERICA (Benji’s Buns)
Ben from Benji’s Buns in New York City travels to Florida to share the process behind making his famous viral cinnamon buns. From grocery shopping to the oven, we learn it all…
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