Move The Chains Podcast | Unlocking Your Full Potential with Ryan Munsey

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BHP 086: Ronald Robinson | How One Police Officer Is Making A Difference Jun 25, 2020

Show notes

Sergeant Ronald Robinson is a law enforcement officer with more than 10 years experience in the Roanoke City Police Department. We've know each other since 2012 when he first became a member at my gym, House of Strength.

Beyond the badge, Ronald is one of the finest humans I've ever met. He's a husband, father, coach, mentor, community leader, and friend to all. It's an honor to reconnect with Ronald for this conversation at a crucial time.

In this episode we discuss many of our collective concerns including race, racism, what it's like to be a police officer right now, leadership, and how we can all make a positive impact in our communities.

Press play to TUNE IN.

In This Episode:

Ronald's personal experience of how the black community sees law enforcement AND how the Law Enforcement community sees black people
Does a black man feel the need to defend his decision to be cop to black friends and family?
Why Ronald chose to become a police officer
What are the conversations inside the law enforcement community since George Floyd's murder?
What ARE - or what CAN - police officers do to improve relations with the communities they serve?
As a recently promoted SGT, Ronald shares some of his leadership strategies
Where does Ronald's desire to lead, serve and contribute come from?
We're more alike than different. But the media thrives on division. At a time when our focus should be on uniting - not dividing - what can the average person (especially white people) do to bring people together?
Ronald's #1 Tip to:
- Be Better
- Do Better

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Ryan Munsey | Website | Instagram
Better Human Project on Instagram
Master Your Mind Online Course
F*ck Your Feelings on Amazon or Audible

BHP 086: Ronald Robinson | How One Police Officer Is Making A Difference Jun 24, 2020

Show notes

Sergeant Ronald Robinson is a law enforcement officer with more than 10 years experience in the Roanoke City Police Department. We’ve know each other since 2012 when he first became a member at my gym, House of Strength.

Beyond the badge, Ronald is one of the finest humans I’ve ever met. He’s a husband, father, coach, mentor, community leader, and friend to all. It’s an honor to reconnect with Ronald for this conversation at a crucial time.

In this episode we discuss many of our collective concerns including race, racism, what it’s like to be a police officer right now, leadership, and how we can all make a positive impact in our communities.

Press play to TUNE IN.

In This Episode:

Ronald’s personal experience of how the black community sees law enforcement AND how the Law Enforcement community sees black people
Does a black man feel the need to defend his decision to be cop to black friends and family?
Why Ronald chose to become a police officer
What are the conversations inside the law enforcement community since George Floyd’s murder?
What ARE – or what CAN – police officers do to improve relations with the communities they serve?
As a recently promoted SGT, Ronald shares some of his leadership strategies
Where does Ronald’s desire to lead, serve and contribute come from?
We’re more alike than different. But the media thrives on division. At a time when our focus should be on uniting – not dividing – what can the average person (especially white people) do to bring people together?
Ronald’s #1 Tip to:
- Be Better
- Do Better

Links & Resources

Follow Ryan & The BHP

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BHP 085: Lauren Burgess | Ice Climbing, ULTRA Marathons and Self Discovery Jun 18, 2020

Show notes

Lauren Burgess is an ice climbing, ULTRA-running adventurer who also works as a writer and storyteller.

We caught up with Lauren a few weeks after her first Backyard ULTRA, an event in which she ran 100K by repeating 4.16 mile laps around her neighborhood for 15 consecutive hours during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Her love for pushing mental and physical limits through human powered adventures in nature fuses with her literary schooling and storytelling abilities for epic internal explorations about our search for meaning, self-discovery and growth.

In This Episode:

The parallels between entrepreneurship and physical adventures
How one moment of bravery (Lauren's "Add To Cart" moment) can change the trajectory of our lives
Our propensity to seek approval and look for our identity in others - AND being brave enough to look internally instead
Don't be basic... How the statement "Lauren, you're so unoriginal." sparked Lauren's growth.
- And an important point about being original for the sake of original versus being authentically you
The importance of self-reflection - and lowering the barrier of entry
When you're climbing frozen waterfalls or solo in the mountains, you're not bound by other people's expectations
Knowing the bigger picture, what we are passionate about, and seeking strength, identity, & self-worth
The snack or phone as immediate and satisfying distractions - awareness and conscious choice - AT ALL TIMES!
Lauren's advice for someone who wants to get out more, or maybe someone who loves hiking but wants to push their boundaries a little further?
- "You don't have to be skilled or bold [or even an influencer] just enthusiastic!"
- Also, know your limits so you can live to explore/fight/do business another day

PRESS PLAY TO TUNE IN.

Links & Resources

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Ryan Munsey | Website | Instagram
Better Human Project on Instagram
Master Your Mind Online Course
F*ck Your Feelings on Amazon or Audible

BHP 085: Lauren Burgess | Ice Climbing, ULTRA Marathons and Self Discovery Jun 17, 2020

Show notes

Lauren Burgess is an ice climbing, ULTRA-running adventurer who also works as a writer and storyteller.

In This Episode:

The parallels between entrepreneurship and physical adventures
How one moment of bravery (Lauren’s “Add To Cart” moment) can change the trajectory of our lives
Our propensity to seek approval and look for our identity in others – AND being brave enough to look internally instead
Don’t be basic… How the statement “Lauren, you’re so unoriginal.” sparked Lauren’s growth.
- And an important point about being original for the sake of original versus being authentically you
The importance of self-reflection – and lowering the barrier of entry
When you’re climbing frozen waterfalls or solo in the mountains, you’re not bound by other people’s expectations
Knowing the bigger picture, what we are passionate about, and seeking strength, identity, & self-worth
The snack or phone as immediate and satisfying distractions – awareness and conscious choice – AT ALL TIMES!
Lauren’s advice for someone who wants to get out more, or maybe someone who loves hiking but wants to push their boundaries a little further?
- “You don’t have to be skilled or bold [or even an influencer] just enthusiastic!”
- Also, know your limits so you can live to explore/fight/do business another day

PRESS PLAY TO TUNE IN.

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BHP Shorts 080: Lessons From Legends | Peter Diamandis Jun 11, 2020

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Installment #2 of our Lessons From Legends series features the exponential thinker and innovator Dr. Peter Diamandis. (See Part 1 with Rick Rubin here.)

Dr. Peter Diamandis is the Chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation, which leads the world in designing and launching large incentive prizes to drive radical breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity. Best known for the $10 million Ansari X PRIZE for private spaceflight and the $10 million Progressive Automotive X PRIZE for 100 mile-per-gallon equivalent cars, the Foundation is now launching prizes in Exploration, Life Sciences, Energy, and Education.

As co-Founder & Chairman of the Singularity University, a Silicon Valley based institution partnered with NASA, Google, Autodesk and Nokia, Diamandis counsels the world's top enterprises on how to utilize exponential technologies and incentivized innovation to dramatically accelerate their business objectives.

Dr. Diamandis attended the MIT where he received his degrees in molecular genetics and aerospace engineering, as well as Harvard Medical School where he received his M.D.

TUNE IN to hear my story of meeting and chatting with Peter, plus 3 lessons we can all learn from this legendary innovator and leader.

Links & Resources

Peter Diamandis | Website & Bio | The X Factory | X Prize Foundation | Singularity University
Skunkworks
Books:
- Bold: How to Go Big, Create Wealth and Impact The World
- Abundance: The Future Is Better Than You Think

Follow Ryan & The BHP

Ryan Munsey | Website | Instagram
Better Human Project on Instagram
Master Your Mind Online Course
F*ck Your Feelings on Amazon or Audible

BHP Shorts 080: Lessons From Legends | Peter Diamandis Jun 11, 2020

Show notes

Installment #2 of our Lessons From Legends series features the exponential thinker and innovator Dr. Peter Diamandis. (See Part 1 with Rick Rubin here.)

As co-Founder & Chairman of the Singularity University, a Silicon Valley based institution partnered with NASA, Google, Autodesk and Nokia, Diamandis counsels the world’s top enterprises on how to utilize exponential technologies and incentivized innovation to dramatically accelerate their business objectives.

Dr. Diamandis attended the MIT where he received his degrees in molecular genetics and aerospace engineering, as well as Harvard Medical School where he received his M.D.

TUNE IN to hear my story of meeting and chatting with Peter, plus 3 lessons we can all learn from this legendary innovator and leader.

Links & Resources

Peter Diamandis | Website & Bio | The X Factory | X Prize Foundation | Singularity University
Skunkworks
Books:
- Bold: How to Go Big, Create Wealth and Impact The World
- Abundance: The Future Is Better Than You Think

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BHP Shorts 079: MUTED | Joe Buckner on Racism and Moving Forward Jun 04, 2020

Show notes

MUTED is a social media movement to support the work of black people, communities, and social media influencers.

We're extending the movement to podcasting by handing the microphone to our friend Joe Buckner for this week's episode.

In this powerful episode, Joe opens his heart and soul to share his thoughts on racism, activism, supporting our fellow humans, and how we can all move forward together.

If you're not familiar with Joe, you can hear him on Episode #37 of the BHP HERE or watch his award-winning short film below.

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Ryan Munsey | Website | Instagram
Better Human Project on Instagram
Master Your Mind Online Course
F*ck Your Feelings on Amazon or Audible

BHP Shorts 079: MUTED | Joe Bucker on Racism and Moving Forward Jun 03, 2020

Show notes

MUTED is a social media movement to support the work of black people, communities, and social media influencers.

We’re extending the movement to podcasting by handing the microphone to our friend Joe Buckner for this week’s episode.

In this powerful episode, Joe opens his heart and soul to share his thoughts on racism, activism, supporting our fellow humans, and how we can all move forward together.

If you’re not familiar with Joe, you can hear him on Episode #37 of the BHP HERE or watch his award- winning short film below.

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BHP 084: Eric Adams | Public Health and Behavior Change May 29, 2020

Show notes

Today's guest is Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and he could be the next mayor of New York City.

As he gears up for the 2021 Mayoral Election, Eric is currently serving his second term as Brooklyn Borough President (the first person of color elected to this position), has served 4 terms as a New York State Senator from 2006-2013, and prior to that, served 22 years in the NYPD.

In 2016, Eric was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, which cost him his vision in his left eye and caused nerve damage in his hands and feet. He went against the initial recommendations of his doctors to go on insulin and instead pursued diet and lifestyle interventions. Within three months, Eric reversed his diabetes diagnosis, and he has subsequently been able to impact the health of countless New Yorkers facing chronic diseases.

In this fast paced episode, we cover as much ground as possible in 30 minutes - ranging from Eric's decision to eschew insulin and traditional diabetes treatments, to individual and societal behavior change, the power of communication and understanding, and Eric's vision for the future of New York City.

In This Episode:

Could Eric's personal health journey make all of New York City healthier?
Tackling behavior change on an individual and societal level
Responding to challenges, overcoming adversity, and showing up for our neighbors
Why communication and understanding matters - and how Eric says it can prevent recurrences of the Ahmaud Arbery shooting
Running for mayor in 2021 & Eric's vision for New York

Links & Resources

Get More of Eric Adams: Brooklyn Borough Website |
Eric's 100 Blacks In Law Enforcement Who Care
NYC's 2021 Mayoral Election

Follow Ryan & The BHP

Ryan Munsey | Website | Instagram
Better Human Project on Instagram
Master Your Mind Online Course
F*ck Your Feelings on Amazon or Audible

BHP 084: Eric Adams | Public Health and Behavior Change May 28, 2020

Show notes

Today’s guest is Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and he could be the next mayor of New York City.

In this fast paced episode, we cover as much ground as possible in 30 minutes – ranging from Eric’s decision to eschew insulin and traditional diabetes treatments, to individual and societal behavior change, the power of communication and understanding, and Eric’s vision for the future of New York City.

In This Episode:

Could Eric’s personal health journey make all of New York City healthier?
Tackling behavior change on an individual and societal level
Responding to challenges, overcoming adversity, and showing up for our neighbors
Why communication and understanding matters – and how Eric says it can prevent recurrences of the Ahmaud Arbery shooting
Running for mayor in 2021 & Eric’s vision for New York