The Michael Caz Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Living Among Murderers, Deadlifting 1,000 Pounds for a Double, and Surviving the Unthinkable Ft. Chris Duffin Dec 24, 2018

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Kabuki Strength's Chris Duffin, aka the "Mad Scientist of Strength," joins the Brute Strength Podcast to discuss his "survivor mentality."

Chris lived a secluded life early on, raising his sisters in a not-so-affluent atmosphere. His story then becomes one of triumph and tribulation as he later goes on to set the world record as the only man to deadlift 1,000 lbs for a double.

This episode is all about the mindset, strength and importance of goal-setting that got him there. Topics:07:07 – Growing up in the woods36:10 – Survivor mentality42:27 – Tying priorities to goals 52:00 – Powerlifting Links:

kabukistrength.com @mad_scientist_duffin Brute Strength: Pick Your Program

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The Simplest & Most Effective Life Hack You're Not Using ft. Mark England Dec 17, 2018

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On our 116th episode, Procabulary's Mark England made us think about the true power of our words and vocabulary.

Mark makes his second appearance on the Brute Podcast this week to peel back the layers of the power of language and the physiology of breath. Topics:

05:40 - Stories we tell ourselves

13:45 - Physiology of breathe

20:00 - Taking action against goals

25:10 - The power of because

Links:Procabulary InstagramBooks:The Power of Persuasion: How We're Bought and Sold – Robert V. LevineReviews:If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave us a review. It energizes Michael to keep going as well as pushes the podcast higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support!Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength.

The Bucket List Blueprint: Your Guide To Long-term Goal Setting & Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone Dec 10, 2018

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Rick Alexander wants you to burn your couch, and he even wrote a book about it. The author, Lionheart Radio host, and Navy Special Ops Combat Medic joins this week's Brute Strength Podcast.

In this episode, Rick gets into his "Bucket List Blueprint" for long-term goal setting and breaking out of your comfort zone.

Topics:03:00 – "Burn Your Couch"14:45 – Military time22:13 – Long-term contentment 36:00 – Ultramarathons42:00 – Hallucinations49:13 – Bucket List Blueprint Links:

Instagram

Lionheart Radio

Brute Top 5

Books:Burn Your Couch – Rick AlexanderReviews:If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave us a review. It energizes Michael to keep going as well as pushes the podcast higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support!Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength.

Mentorship, Gut Health, and The Travel Diet ft. John Berardi Dec 03, 2018

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Crowd favorite John Berardi of Precision Nutrition is returning to the Brute Podcast for round two this week. In the first half of the podcast, Michael and John discuss the wisdom, mentorship and goal-setting rituals that John credits with making him a better husband, father and business leader.

In the second half, we're talking body. John and Michael will dive into gut health, tips for dieting while traveling, nutrition recommendations for kids and how he educates his family on overall health and proper nutrition.

Topics:

04:00 – Wisdom & mentorship

09:36 – Goal-setting rituals

25:00 – Nutrition & awareness

45:10 – Instilling positive habits

56:00 – Gut health

1:03:00 – Diet & travel

1:07:30 – Kids & nutrition

Links:

Precisionnutrition.com

Brute Body Shred Manual

Books:

Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking – Susan Cain

Principles: Life and Work – Ray Dalio

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If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave us a review. It energizes Michael to keep going as well as pushes the podcast higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support!

Hustle In Silence ft.Hannah Eden Nov 26, 2018

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Hannah Eden went from a life of drugs and partying to an online fitness inspiration, and this week, she joins Michael on the Brute Strength Podcast.

In this episode, Hannah recounts her personal fitness transformation, what it means to take risks and follow your passions, and how she's come full circle to help others do the same.

Topics: 11:30 – Outside-in vs. inside-out17:40 – Making a transformation 31:45 – Working with your significant other38:00 – Respond, don't react41:30 – Mindset shift51:00 – Hustle in silenceLinks:

Instagram: @pumpfit_club and @hannaheden_fitnessReviews:If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave us a review. It energizes Michael to keep going as well as pushes the podcast higher in the rankings. Thank you all for the support!

Relationship Development ft. The Couples Institute Nov 19, 2018

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You don't have to be in a relationship to benefit from this week's Brute Podcast. Special guests Pete Pearson and Ellyn Bader of The Couples Institute join Michael Cazayoux to discuss the importance of communication, which, as an acquired skill in human interaction, everyone can benefit from.

In this episode, relationship professionals Pearson and Bader will provide tips on creating a vision for your relationship, creating a team dynamic, rewiring your approach to arguments, and rituals you can implement for a healthy relationship.

Topics:

04:20 – Founding The Couples Institute

09:20 – Collective vision

13:00 – Three questions to focus your relationship

14:00 – Communication technique

16:00 – Fighting in relationships

22:40 – Building emotional muscle

27:20 – How to get out of a fight

29:00 – Accountability in relationships

37:50 – Rituals for a healthy relationship

39:20 – Resolving conflicts around your kids

Links:

couplesinstitute.com

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If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave a review. It pushes us higher in the rankings and energizes Michael to keep bringing you great content! Thank you for all the support!

Beyond Macros ft. "The Grocery Ninja" Matt Walrath Nov 12, 2018

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Ever wonder what it takes to be coined with a name like the Grocery Ninja? Matt Walrath, the man behind the nickname, and his company Beyond Macros have helped hundreds of clients transform into stronger, more confident versions of themselves.

In this episode, Matt gets real about why most diets fail, how to build a better relationship with food, his advice on nutrition and macros, and why seeing your friends naked can be one of the most freeing experiences in your life. You won't want to miss this one.

Topics:

01:55 – How to be vulnerable

13:40 – "Beyond Macros"

16:00 – Why do diets fail?

24:30 – Life coaching

34:35 – The naked truth

46:40 – The art of storytelling

Links:

Beyond Macros

Podcast

Instagram

Brute Body Shred Manual

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If you love this podcast, please click HERE to leave a review. It pushes us higher in the rankings and energizes Michael to keep bringing you great content! Thank you for all the support!

Brute Coaches Roundtable Nov 09, 2018

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This week we have a special Brute Podcast featuring the entire Brute Strength staff, including Nick Sorrel, Adrian Conway, Michael Cazayoux, Nick Fowler and Dr. Sean Pastuch.

Tune in to hear their collective thoughts on recent changes in the CrossFit community, what they believe this means for athletes hoping to qualify for the Games, and how to professionalize coaching within the community.

Topics:

01:05 – Reacting to the changes in CrossFit

05:50 – The Games

26:00 – Affiliate programming vs. Games programming

38:00 – Professionalized coaching in CF

50:15 – Changes in training season &, peaking

1:06:00 – Teams

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Burning Man: Our Story On Personal Growth and Enlightenment Nov 05, 2018

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When Adee and Michael Cazayoux team up for anything, you know the outcome is going to be epic. This week's Brute Strength Podcast is no exception, as Adee Cazayoux is back to focus on personal development and relationship advice with her husband and our host, Michael Cazayoux.

Together, they'll share stories about their first experience at Burning Man, delve into expectations and reality, personal breakthroughs, and getting naked with 500+ people. Listen now to learn their biggest takeaways and how they've already begun implementing them into their daily lives.

Topics:

03:00 – Burning Man: expectation vs. reality

12:25 – What we learned

16:20 – Opening ceremony & intention

29:00 – Personal breakthroughs

46:30 – Lessons on relationships

Books:

Stealing Fire – Kotler

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SealFit, Leadership, Sacrifice ft. Floyd McLendon Jr. Oct 29, 2018

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Floyd McLendon Jr. has had a huge impact on Michael Cazayoux's life since they first met at SealFit, and this week he's joining the Brute Podcast. Floyd has faced failure, disappointment, heartbreak and discrimination growing up, but ultimately he came out on top. Now, as a former Navy Seal, he's imparting his leadership knowledge to those he comes in contact with.

In this episode, the author of Hard Earned Lessons dissects what he calls the "Seven Principles for Preparing for Battle." Enjoy the show!

Topics:

03:00 – Meeting Floyd at SealFit

16:05 – Becoming a Navy Seal

36:40 – Seven Principles for Preparing for Battle

1:19:00 – Future in politics

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Books:

Hard Earned Lessons – McLendon Jr.

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