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Want to become better than most people at most things? Then the Pat Flynn Show is for you. Listen in, and learn:
– How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it’s better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as “skill stacking.”
– Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and study habits.
– Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
– Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
– Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.

Latest Episodes:

EP 33: Increase Productivity with Short Term Specialization Oct 26, 2017

Show notes

I often say a good generalist is just a short term specialist. But what does that mean?

Such is the topic for today's episode, as I lay out the generalist approach for getting more things done and increasing efficiency in everything from exercising to building a business.

The secret, I would say, is in short term specialization, or learning to surge in one (maybe two) directions at a time, while maintaining everything else, and then switch. Don't try to do everything at once. You'll get worse results that way and you'll also run out of discipline.

Instead, surge and maintain. Here's how.

EP 32: Dan John on Why We Need Standards (Plus His 10 Favorite Books and Movies) Oct 24, 2017

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"Standards," says Dan John, "help clarify the conversation. They expose gaps."

Dan John is back again, this time to discuss why we need standards, in everything from lifting to reading, and more.

We have a fun with this episode, going at the topic of standards through Dan John's lists of favorite books, movies, and albums--why these works meant to him, what he got out of them, and how they shaped his philosophy on lifting and life. In other words, how they helped him to develop standards.

He also has a special assignment for YOU, listener. Be sure to hear what that is.

EP 31: How to Be Better Than Most People, at Most Things [A Guide to Becoming an Expert-Generalist] Oct 17, 2017

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In this episode, I play back an interview where I was asked about generalism--what it is, and how to develop it.

In this talk with Dr. T, I unpack this philosophy of mine, while giving examples of how it applies to fitness, business, creativity, and life.

I also make the case of why generalist (being better than most people, at most things) > specialist (being the best at only one) in almost every regard, and how people are gravely mislead when focusing too much (or for too long) in one direction.

This is perhaps the my greatest exposition of generalism yet. That's why I wanted to share.

EP 30: John Bair on Depression, Anxiety, and Strength Training Oct 15, 2017

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As much as I have loved all my podcast episodes, this one may be the most important.

John Bair, strength coach, and business owner, joins me to discuss subjects that aren't talked about--or at least not talked about enough: Depression, anxiety, and so on.

This episode starts out on somber ground, as John and I open up about our struggles with (him) depression and (me) anxiety, but soon turns into an optimistic and hopeful discussion, as we outline the methods we've used for turning these disorders around. One of them, of course, being strength training. But we dive into meditation and a few other strategies, as well.

If you've ever struggled with depression or anxiety, our hope is this episode beams a ray of optimism, shows there is a way out of this, and that you can take control (and eventually overcome) these disorders with the right practice and approach, and the right community.

Or, even if you've never struggle depression or anxiety, it's likely you know someone who has, so we do our best to take that into account, and give a perspective for people in support roles, as well.

Please share this episode. It couldn't be more important.

EP 29: Alwyn Cosgove on Cancer, Community, and Systems for Success Oct 13, 2017

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Alwyn Cosgrove, co-author of The New Rules of Lifting, fought stage-four cancer twice, and won.

He's also created one of the world's most successful gyms and fitness communities, Results Fitness. (Oh, and he's a Tae Kwon Do guy, like me. So, that's cool.)

I brought Alywn on to ask him how he did it. From launching a successful (and, at the time, controversial) book franchise that made people think twice about "conventional cardio" to creating systems for a thriving fitness business, and more.

EP 28: Steph Gaudreau on Becoming Harder to Kill Oct 10, 2017

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Steph Gaudreau, strength coach, owner of Stupid Easy Paleo, joins me to discuss all the ways she's made herself impervious to life's onslaught.

From weight lifting, meditation, Jiu Jitsu, and entrepreneurship, Steph is a yet another fine example of an expert-generalist. She's great at everything she does, because she's committed herself to being in process.

From high school chemistry teacher to online strength-empowerment phenom, Steph shares many of the steps (and stumbles) she's had along the way, and lessons learned therefrom.

Definitely listen to this episode.

EP 27: Andy Morgan on Building an Online Coaching Business Oct 07, 2017

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Andy Morgan, owner of RippedBody.com, loves living in Japan. He's also fortunate enough to have established a successful online coaching business to fund his adventures.

I brought Andy on to talk about the success he's had, and lessons learned, in building a business based around virtual coaching for people interested in getting in shape.

We also talk a lot about the amazing weirdness that is life in Japan, for someone born in England. The other day, for example, he dined at a hedgehog cafe. Imagine that!

You're going to love this episode. Lot of good actionable tidbits, with plenty of fun anecdotes along the way.

EP 26: Why Generalist > Specialist Oct 06, 2017

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This episode argues the core of my philosophy of generalism--the theme of the podcast itself, and the thesis of my upcoming book.

That argument is this: Forget being the best in the world. Instead, focus on getting good to great--or at least fairly competent--at a variety of different skills, then learn to combine those skills to form a competitive advantage and creative spirit.

In this episode, Jordan and I discuss how to become an expert-generalist, ironically enough, by being an effective "short-term specialist", or learning to rotate your learning emphasis.

We tie all this in to building strength, businesses, relationships, and more. Promise you're going to love it.

EP 25: Why Generalist > Specialist Oct 06, 2017

Show notes

This episode argues the core of my philosophy of generalism--the theme of the podcast itself, and the thesis of my upcoming book.

That argument is this: Forget being the best in the world. Instead, focus on getting good to great--or at least fairly competent--at a variety of different skills, then learn to combine those skills to form a competitive advantage and creative spirit.

In this episode, Jordan and I discuss how to become an expert-generalist, ironically enough, by being an effective "short-term specialist", or learning to rotate your learning emphasis.

We tie all this in to building strength, businesses, relationships, and more. Promise you're going to love it.

EP 24: Gary Lachman on the History of Consciousness Oct 05, 2017

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Gary Lachman, former bassist of the band Blondie, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, joins me for an eclectic conversation on the history and mystery of consciousness.

Part of what I love about podcasting is getting to talk to people like Gary on topics that we ultimately have no true understanding of--consciousness being one of them. There are, of course, theories. There have always been theories of what creates this mysterious sense of "being you."

Having explored and continuing to explore many of these theories, is what lead me to Gary's work, which takes an unconventional, but not entirely unusual view on how consciousness came to be, and where it's heading.

What a fun and thought-provoking episode. A little different than anything so far, but isn't that what this show is about? Generalism.

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