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How to Stay Safe in a Dangerous World w/ Tony Blauer Nov 03, 2023

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Tony Blauer is a world-renowned self-defense & fear management expert who has been a visible force in the martial art, self-defense, defensive tactics, and combatives industry for over four decades.

His organization, Blauer Tactical Training Systems, has become one of the leaders in performance psychology, personal safety, and scenario-based defensive tactics and his programs save lives by teaching the mental and physical resilience needed to navigate volatile environments and handle physical threats.

Get your notebooks ready because he's here today to help you get to know your fears and use them to stay safe in a dangerous world.

The best self-defense system. [16:48]
How you're telling yourself the rational lie. [32:58]
The most important lesson you need to learn in life. [37:24]
The difference between being a hero or a coward. [46:19]
Why knowing fear is the key to becoming your most dominant self. [1:01:54]
How to use the psychology of fear to your advantage. [1:39:06]

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Fit Over 50 w/ Ashley Borden Oct 27, 2023

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Ashley Borden is a fitness and lifestyle consultant to some of Hollywood's most recognizable faces and world-class athletes.

With over 35,000 hours of personal training experience, her unique approach to fitness can be attributed to having tackled her own personal struggles and transforming them into a positive philosophy and dynamic training program.

She's one of the most sought-after experts in her field, and is here to help you stay fit in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

Listen and learn:

One thing you can do to drastically improve your people skills. [15:51]
Why you need to stop caring what people think. [47:03]
How the questions you ask are your most powerful tool. [54:51]
... And the one question you should never ask. [1:02:50]
What evidence-based fitness really means. [1:19:47]
Why heavy lifting shouldn't be taken lightly. [1:42:19]

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Hunting for Good w/ Robbie Kroger Oct 20, 2023

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Biologist, and wildlife conservationist, Dr. Robbie Kroger, is the Founder and Executive Director at Blood Origins - a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting conservation efforts and revealing the truth about hunting.

Aimed at sharing the "why" and "who" behind hunting, his organization takes on the widely perceived misconceptions about hunting and hunters that the public holds, and works to counteract these views.

What is Blood Origins all about? [2:30]
How is society creating a misconceived view of hunting? [8:38]
What would happen in a world without hunting? [29:37]
Is there a "best" approach to wildlife conservation? [46:51]
What's the other side of hunting? [1:04:45]

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Eat Smarter w/ Shawn Stevenson Oct 13, 2023

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I'm back with another powerful episode to help you unleash your strongest self with the help of my good friend, Shawn Stevenson.

Shawn is a nutritionist, best-selling author, and the creator of The Model Health Show - featured as the #1 health podcast in the U.S.

In today's episode we discuss his new book, The Eat Smarter Family Cookbook, and a few health-related topics to get you operating at optimal levels.

What can you do for 50% reduction in all-cause mortality? [4:23]
Is there a good time to eat bad food? [17:32]
What does eating to live truly mean? [29:30]
Why it may be time for you to change your filter. [58:33]
Is there a super nootropic? [1:17:20]

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Metabolism School w/ Sam Miller Oct 06, 2023

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Sam Miller is a best-selling author in the field of nutrition and metabolism with more than 15 years of experience as a health, fitness, and nutrition coach.

He's a certified nutritionist and licensed, board-certified health practitioner who has been a content contributor for Muscle Intelligence, T-Nation, and Elite FTS (to name a few).

Sam has an uncanny ability to dissect complex concepts into simple, strategic methods for transformation. And today, he's giving you a masterclass in macros, metabolism, and functional health.

Get your notepad ready!

What are the 2 main pillars of metabolism, and how do you regulate them for peak performance? [16:07]
What is your grip strength trying to tell you? [25:35]
Should you be eating for aesthetics or longevity? [34:07]
Do you need to stop tracking macros? [46:18]
3 simple ways to improve your gut health. [1:02:32]
What does optimal hydration look like? [1:26:26]
Overrated/Underrated: Bloodwork? [1:34:30]

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Overcoming Addiction & Dominating Life w/ Bryce Henson Sep 28, 2023

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Bryce Henson is a fitness expert, coach, author, inspirational leader, and CEO of Fit Body Bootcamp - the world's fastest growing fitness bootcamp franchise.

In today's episode he's sharing his passion for fitness and dropping knowledge that will help you grow your business, overcome addictions, and find success in all of your endeavors.

Why is fitness the foundation for success in all areas of life? [7:11]
How you can use the powers of purpose and accountability as a cheat code for success. [17:58]
A reminder that you too can find beauty in the darkness. [31:25]
What is confidence? And how do you generate more of it? [42:42]
What are some keys to overcoming addiction? [48:35]
What separates the successful business owners from the non-successful? [57:45]

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Stop Training Like This Sep 15, 2023

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I've cracked the code to getting lean.

And it doesn't include MetCon, AMRAP, or any type of circuit training.

In fact, you can get lean without any cardio.

... Although I don't recommend it for optimal health.

So how should you train to lose fat, build muscle, and optimize your health?

Listen and learn:

What's the minimum effective dose of cardio? [4:42]
Are there benefits to ladders, AMRAP, or MetCon? [8:45]
How to build better athletes or become more athletic yourself. [14:40]
Why you should stop doing CrossFit (or never start). [25:53]
When's the ideal time to shut off screens before bed? [30:10]
What training advice would I give my younger self for better gains? [32:24]
Is there a smart way to bulk and cut? [38:39]
Why I no longer rage against the machines. [44:48]

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The Most Important Thing in Life Sep 08, 2023

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Don't call it a comeback!

Your boy is back in Cali, fired up, and a million times happier than I've been years!

If you've ever listened to the show, you know that who you choose to surround yourself with is the most important thing in life.

And I've reminded myself of that over the past week.

So listen up as I'm sharing some of that with you today. And of course, I'm dropping the knowledge you need to become your strongest, most dominant, most elite self.

Listen and learn:

Is fasted training problematic? [8:19]
How old is too old to put on size? [11:43]
The truth about the negative people in your life. [14:13]
Why you're not ready to start your own business. [24:14]
Are fitness trackers doing more harm than good? [25:36]
Should you be supplementing with fish oil? [29:08]
How to separate yourself from the rest as a personal trainer. [32:03]

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13 Commandments of a Razor Sharp Mind Aug 25, 2023

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The decisions you make impact more than your income, physique, and relationships.

They have a powerful influence on your mental state.

You may think that keeping your mind on point is the result of some eternal morning routine or list of boxes to check.

It's not.

It's as simple as a few choices each day.

So what are the 13 commandments of a razor sharp mind?

Find out, and much more, in today's Q&A:

What does my nightly routine look like? [10:30]
Is dealing with fatigue in favor of hypertrophy worth it? [14:13]
Who's the G.O.A.T.? [16:04]
What's on my grocery list? [24:55]
This is the ABSOLUTE best way to train! [27:40]
How do you prevent grip strength from being a limiting factor? [28:23]
What would I do if I was single, in my 30s? [29:20]
What are the 13 commandments of a razor sharp mind? [32:43]

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