Best Steve "Coach Fury" Holiner Podcasts (2024)

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Ep97 Tim Anderson Returns 56:46

3y ago56:46

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Ep 97 welcomes the return of Tim Anderson (Original Strength, OSi, Becoming Bulletproof). Tim and I catch up and discuss our struggles and lessons learned through pandemic, transitioning seminars online, where we find hope and more. the You can learn more about Tim and Original Strength at the following links. Website: www.originalstrength.netInsta…

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Ep96 Die Mighty Method with Tina Morin and Coach Fury 41:53

3y ago41:53

41:53

Hit play on episode 96 to hear Tina Morin (Owner, MSC Strength & Conditioning) and I talk about our new course… Die Mighty Method!Website: https://mscstrength.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alloyfitnessma/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/msc_strength Email fury@speakeasyofstrength.com to sign up for the next round of Die Mighty Method.P…

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Ep95 Alex Williams 1:06:27

3+ y ago1:06:27

1:06:27

The force behind Kettlebell Gains Apparel, Alex Williams, joins me for episode 95 of the Coach Fury Podcast. Alex and I take a deep look into the creative drive that birthed Kettlebell Gains Apparel, the risks associated developing a passion project, turning the idea into an actual business and the commitment needed to make it grow. We also dive in…

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Ep94 Kevin Godfrey 1:23:22

3+ y ago1:23:22

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For episode 94 of the Coach Fury podcast, we take a facts and science based look at the safety of gyms during the pandemic with Kevin Godfrey (TrustedSafe, New York Fitness Coalition, FitnessSafe, United States Fitness Coalition). Consulting with schools, restaurants, hotels and government facilities, Kevin is an expert in the field and was directl…

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Ep93 Phil Scarito 1:34:36

3+ y ago1:34:36

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One of my first mentors in fitness, Phil Scarito (DV8 Fitness) joins me for episode 93!We had an awesome time discussing Phil’s new DV8 Kettlebell Teaching Certification, reminiscing about our early days in the RKC, the beginning of StrongFirst, and the impact the hardstyle divorce had on the kettlebell community. We also discuss teaching in the pa…

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Ep92 Julian Cardoos Returns 1:29:41

3+ y ago1:29:41

1:29:41

Julian Cardoos (Rebirth Body Transformation Center) returns for episode 92!This is our first “is this a podcast” episode where Julian and I just hit record while catching up.We had a great time discussing the personal and professional struggles and successes we faced (and continue to deal with) during the pandemic, the tribal bonds of punk music an…

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Ep91 Charlie Cassara 1:05:57

3+ y ago1:05:57

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One of the main people responsible for getting gyms open in New York joins me on the Coach Fury Podcast.Please welcome Charlie Cassara (SC Fitness, New York Fitness Coalition, USFC) to episode 91!We discuss the initial shutdown in NY and the surprise and frustration we felt when gyms were ultimately given no reopening phase or guidance, how the New…

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Ep90 Tina Morin 1:36:10

3+ y ago1:36:10

1:36:10

My bestie Tina Morin (MSC Strength and Conditioning) joins me for episode 90 of the Coach Fury Podcast!Listen to how Tina and I reacted to the initial shutdown, adjusted our businesses and look forward beyond the pandemic. While not naming names, we also discuss how some higher profile people shined during the lockdown while some… not so much and t…

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Ep 89 Doug Carrion 1:58:59

3+ y ago1:58:59

1:58:59

The Coach Fury Podcast is back! We swung for the fences with this week’s guest Doug Carrion (Field Day, Dag Nasty, Descendents).This episode was recorded in June (sorry for the delay Doug). NYC was just entering phase 1 or reopening, Black Lives Matters protests were going strong and things seemed extra chaotic. My favorite episodes are the ones wh…

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Ep88 Meg Hopkins 55:35

5y ago55:35

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There are many buzzwords thrown around the fitness industry these days. Words like: inclusive, empowering and authentic. Don’t get me wrong, these are important characteristics to create a positive training space. However, it seems like they are often being used as a sale tool instead of an actual belief system. In the same vein, the use of Body Po…

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Ep87 Rob Aguero-Hoffman 1:10:43

5y ago1:10:43

1:10:43

Taking direct steps toward actualizing a dream is terrifying. You try to come to terms with the risk and unknown, but it’s there. How well we cope with that fear is what defines us to a big degree. Rob Aguero-Hoffman (Lift Positive Fitness, Strength Faction Vet) and I open up on the overwhelming fear we felt in opening our businesses. Knowing that …

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Ep86 Todd Bumgardner Returns 59:59

5y ago59:59

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People keep asking if we’re back… yeah, I’m thinking we’re back!!!The Coach Fury Podcast starts its third year with the return of Todd Bumgardner (Strength Faction, BSP Nova)!Over the next few episodes you’ll learn what the hell I’ve been up to, why we the show went on a sudden hiatus and hear from some people who have a direct and immediate impact…

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Ep85 Gavin Van Vlack Returns 1:08:45

5y ago1:08:45

1:08:45

My friend and mentor Gavin Van Vlack (Owner Physical Culture Collective, Canonized, Burn, Die 116) is back for ep85!Gavin and I hit on nutrition habits versus diets, how to view training intensity for long term results and resiliency, what the Lower East Side was like back in the day, hardcore music and more. You can learn more about Gavin and PCC …

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Ep84 Fury on Fury 26:45

5y ago26:45

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It’s Fury on Fury for ep84 of the Coach Fury Podcast.As we’re less than a week away from moving Coach Fury’s Small Group Training into the Brooklyn CenterStage Dance Studio, I discuss the decision of training from home, setting rates, marketing successes and limitations and how I went about moving training out of the apartment. I also give some qui…

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Ep83 Jen Bullock 56:30

5y ago56:30

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The gateway to my journey with MFF, Jen Bullock (Mark Fisher Fitness) joins me for ep83!Jen and I have a long overdue catchup on this episode. We discuss how we met, her new role as Fitness Manager at MFF, the differences in running big box corporate gyms and smaller boutique studios, how being a Broadway performer translates into her coaching styl…

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Ep82 James Newman Returns 1:19:53

5y ago1:19:53

1:19:53

Fellow Marvel Cinematic Universe and Ultimate Sandbags lover James Newman (Master DVRT Instructor, Owner of Quest Fitness) returns for ep 82!Interested in leading courses? Then this is the episode for you.James and I discuss how we got into teaching courses, coping with nerves, imposter syndrome and the fear of filling one’s shoes when leading a ro…

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Tim Anderson Returns 1:22:33

5y ago1:22:33

1:22:33

Crawling faster than a speeding bullet, Tim Anderson (Original Strength, OSi, The Becoming Bulletproof Project) is back for ep 81!We discuss his new book The Becoming Bulletproof Project: Discovering the Hero Within, life lessons gained when training is both physically and mentally challenging, learning from John Brookfield, how his first book Beco…

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Ep80 Aleks "The Hebrew Hammer" Salkin 1:22:45

5+ y ago1:22:45

1:22:45

Aleks (The Hebrew Hammer, Original Strength, Strongfirst) Salkin joins the show for ep80!We had a great time catching up and discussing how we discovered Original Strength, Aleks’ time in Israel and stroll down memory lane together. You can find out more about Aleks at: Website: http://www.alekssalkin.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/alekssalk…

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Ep79 Eric Chessen 1:27:01

5+ y ago1:27:01

1:27:01

Eric Chessen (Autism Fitness, Stronger Than U) joins me for ep79!I love episodes like this where I find myself out of my element. Eric does important work training people with autism.We had an awesome discussion diving into his process and philosophy when training individuals that aren’t neurotypical, creating his Autism Fitness certification, the …

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Ep78 Caitlin Lavelle 1:36:55

5+ y ago1:36:55

1:36:55

Today’s guest, Caitlin “Optimus Prime” Lavelle (Fueled To Fit, Uplift Studios, Fury Industries), is the only other person to teach as Fury Industries. Caitlin is an amazing Coach that has become a great friend and done tons to help Fury Industries grow. We had an awesome time discussing her personal and professional growth training for the RKC, her…

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Ep77 Joe Boffi 1:06:23

5+ y ago1:06:23

1:06:23

Joe Boffi (Co-Founder Catalyst S.P.O.R.T., Fighter, fellow Comic Book Geek) joins me for ep77 of the Coach Fury Podcast!Along with previous guests Kathy Dooley (ep6) and Jason Kapnick (ep49), Joe is a co-founder of Catalyst S.P.O.R.T. in Midtown, NYC. He’s also a buddy that has X-Men tattoos. We had an awesome conversation about what drew us into c…

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Ep76 Mike "The Stoked Brogi" Bouranis 1:31:03

5+ y ago1:31:03

1:31:03

Long Island legend, The Stoked Brogi, Mike Bouranis (Stoked Athletics, Strength Faction Vet) joins me for ep76!Mike and I went deep into the pros and cons of opening and running a business, his successful approach to online coaching, marketing/referral strategies and more. You can find out more about Mike and Stoked Athletics below:Facebook: https:…

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Ep75 Kim Holiner 1:15:59

5+ y ago1:15:59

1:15:59

My amazing wife Kim Holiner (Biting Back, Destroyer, Fury Industries) joins me for our special 75th episode!Kim and I talk about the art show “Biting Back – Art for a Good Paws” that she puts on with her friends Eliza Kapitan (Craft Hangout Podcast) and Liz Argibay (Animal Rights Activist), how we met, the struggles of being in a relationship with …

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Ep74 Elizabeth Smith Andrews 1:32:47

5+ y ago1:32:47

1:32:47

I had an amazing chat with my gem of a friend, Elizabeth Smith Andrews (DVRT, TRX & BOSU Master Instructor, Motivational Speaker, Bully Breed Supporter) for ep74!We talk about the pitfalls and progress she's witnessed in fitness over her 30 years in the field, bucking trends for results, how we met through Josh Henkin’s DVRT program, the importance…

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Ep73 Harold Kaufman-Gibbons 1:29:43

5+ y ago1:29:43

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The Steward of Strength Harold Kaufman-Gibbons (Mark Fisher Fitness, fellow Lord of the Rings Nerd, Mountain Biker) joins me for ep73!At long last, Harold and I get to chat. We discussed fond memories of Landen Jones, programming the majority of classes at MFF together, democratizing fitness, our favorite member of the Fellowship of the Ring and mu…

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Ep72 Brian Patrick Murphy and Michael Littig 1:55:15

5+ y ago1:55:15

1:55:15

Ep72 is a family reunion with my brothers Brian Patrick Murphy and Michael Littig (Zuckerberg Institute, Mark Fisher Fitness). We had an awesome time both catching and opening up to discuss their new venture (along with Randi Zuckerberg and Jim Augustine) the Zuckerberg Institute, how we perceive fear and failure, making connections that lead to re…

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Ep71 Alisa Fairbanks 1:43:36

5+ y ago1:43:36

1:43:36

Alisa Fairbanks (Writer/Creator of Paleoinpdx.com, Personal Trainer, TV Personality) was in town from Portland for my Original Strength workshop. A couple of days later, she took a break from vacation to hang with me to record ep71. We had a fantastic time discussing her transition into a career in fitness, how her recipe blog paleoinpdx.com came a…

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Ep70 Kristin Callahan Returns 1:27:12

5+ y ago1:27:12

1:27:12

Our fourth guest ever, Kristin Callahan (Strength Faction Vet, Fellow Strong Islander), returns for ep70!This episode is a great example of what I hope this show can be, two friends processing their thoughts while talking. Open, sometimes a bit dark, honest and real. Kristin and I discuss the fear, uncertainty and necessity of changing a situation …

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Ep69 Chris Cooper Part 2 1:21:35

5+ y ago1:21:35

1:21:35

Chris Cooper (Amp Training Center, Strength Faction Vet, Fellow Strong Islander) is back for ep69! We discuss my limiting of social media, tips for creating and presenting workshop material, Chris’ new course, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, how we view competition between gyms and more. Learn more about Chris and Amp Training Center at the link…

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Ep68 Chris Cooper 1:57:42

5+ y ago1:57:42

1:57:42

The guy I trust to train my Mom, Chris Cooper (Amp Training Center, Strength Faction Vet, Fellow Strong Islander) joins me for our New Year’s Ep! Chris and I had a deep discussion about the often confused difference between mental and physical fragility, the pros and cons of over sensitized political correctness, the potentially false importance of…

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Ep67 Jen Bartholomeo 1:26:53

5+ y ago1:26:53

1:26:53

One of my besties, Jen Bartholomeo (Retail Rebel Leader, Buffy Acolyte, Fury Crew), joins me for our holiday episode! Listeners, this is the weirdest one yet as Jen and I discuss making fitness work in your schedule, finding your strength in the gym, the Rocky series, breaking out of bad situations, finding strong female role models within geek cul…

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Ep66 Tina Morin 1:16:28

5+ y ago1:16:28

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Tina Morin (MSC Strength and Conditioning) is this week’s guest on the Coach Fury Podcast!Located in Weymouth, MA, Tina’s currently in the stressful process of moving into a new location. We discuss the beginnings of MSC Strength and Conditioning, her struggles finding a new space, not only creating a positive culture for her members – but how to m…

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Ep65 Laura Palmer 1:15:09

5+ y ago1:15:09

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The voice of the Coach Fury Podcast and rockin’ powerhouse Laura Palmer (Screamin’ Rebel Angels, Hey-Lo Records) is my guest for ep65!Laura’s creative output and business productivity always impress and inspire me. We discuss her band Screamin' Rebel Angels, their new album Heel Grinder, how she planned her exit from a full-time job to pursue her m…

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Ep64 Paul Taras Wolkowinski 1:23:15

5+ y ago1:23:15

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When I met Paul Taras Wolkowinski (Indian Clubs International, Mace/Gada Hero) this year, I was instantly impressed by his skill, strength and teaching style. I had a great time getting to know Paul as we discussed how he discovered Indian Club and Mace training, using Indian Clubs to stay strong during his battle with prostate cancer, launching In…

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Ep63 Tim Baron 1:25:00

5+ y ago1:25:00

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The artwork of Tim Baron (Artist, Illustrator, The Goldbergs, OG Skateboarder, Creature Skateboards) caught my eye on Instagram and I knew I wanted him on the show. You’ll hear Tim and I become fast friends as we discuss the massive impact 80s toys, cartoons and films have had on his life and art, how his figures ended up on The Goldbergs TV show, …

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Ep62 David Dopko 1:42:10

5+ y ago1:42:10

1:42:10

Fellow Godzilla and Japan fan David Eric Dopko (Godzilla/Ultraman Collector, Photographer, Travel Tip Hero) joins me for ep62 of the Coach Fury Podcast!Dave and I discuss our mutual love of Godzilla, Japanese culture, remembering the NYC Lower East Side toy scene of the 80s-90s, the awesome side of how social media can connect people and more. It t…

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Ep61 Fury's Asia Recap 50:21

5+ y ago50:21

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Konnichiwa everyone! I’m flying solo for ep61 with a recap of my adventures in Japan and Taiwan. Listen to hear about my remembering Stan Lee, teaching 3 courses in Tokyo and 2 in Taiwan, how working with translators sharpens your presentation skills, the Zen influence on my NY state of mind, running into Shina and Mark Fisher at the Robot Restaura…

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Ep60 Mike Dijan 1:16:26

5+ y ago1:16:26

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Staple of the New York Hardcore music scene, Mike Dijan (Kings Bounty, Cro-Mags, Crown of Thornz) is our guest for ep60 of the Coach Fury Podcast! Mike and I caught up at the Jimmy G Benefit Show and I got excited to get him on the show.We had a great discussion diving into our early years of punk rock, hardcore music, how he ended up playing guita…

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Ep59 Coach Fury 53:21

5+ y ago53:21

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Yo Joe! Having survived a New York Comic Con virus bred by my fellow geeks, it’s a Fury only show for ep59 of the Coach Fury Podcast. In this ep, I talk about exploring NYCC 2018 with Films of Fury PodSquad member Jen Bartholomeo and my big find there, thoughts after assisting Josh Henkin at DVRT Restoration and Level 1 last weekend, why G.I. Joe t…

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Ep58 Dustin Rippetoe 1:44:52

5+ y ago1:44:52

1:44:52

Combative/Strength/Movement Coach and fellow former comic book shop employee Dustin Rippetoe (ACWA Tulsa, StrongFirst Team Leader, Kidney Disease Warrior) joins us for ep58 of the Coach Fury Podcast!Dustin has a brilliant mind for movement and is one of the most genuine human beings I know. We had an excellent discussion involving his current fight…

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Ep57 Phil Ross 1:23:58

6y ago1:23:58

1:23:58

My badass buddy and fellow bald dad Phil Ross (Master RKC, American Eagle MMA & Kettlebells, Survival Strong) joins me for ep57 of the Coach Fury Podcast!Phil and I had an awesome time talking about how a kettlebell cert we did together inadvertently led me to Mark Fisher Fitness, teaching practical self-defense in his Survival Strong program, lett…

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Ep56 Dr. Ed Thomas 1:26:15

6y ago1:26:15

1:26:15

Fitness pioneer and physical culture historian Dr. Ed Thomas (Viamilitaris, Indian Clubs, Inversion Training) joins me for ep56 of the Coach Fury Podcast!I first met Ed while assisting him, Phil Scarito and Brett Jones at an Indian Club Workshop in 2014. He’s one of the most interesting and intelligent people I’ve met and I’m grateful that he came …

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Ep55 Kelly Manzone 1:34:15

6y ago1:34:15

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My new friend Kelly Manzone (KM Moves, Gada/Mace Hero, GS Competitor) rocks ep55 of the Coach Fury Podcast!I got to meet Kelly last weekend at an Indian Club and Gada Workshop she hosted in Connecticut. Kelly gives off a great energy and I knew that we’d gel on a lot of things. This was a fun conversation that flew by. We discussed her discovery of…

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Ep54 Kirk Adams 1:24:59

6y ago1:24:59

1:24:59

We welcome Kirk Adams (Golf & Body NYC, Strength Faction, RKC) to ep54!Find out how Kirk and I were cursed by Cabbage Patch Kids, the strength needs of golfers, the impact of Strength Faction, the loss of Burt Reynolds and more on the Coach Fury Podcast.Visit golfbodynyc.com, instagram.com/kirkadamsgolf and facebook.com/kda110 to learn more or to t…

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Ep53 Hannah Fons 2:03:39

6y ago2:03:39

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We kick off year 2 with Hannah Fons (Five Points Academy, Hetrick-Martin Institute). Hannah came over to Fury Industries so we could catch up and sip some Woodford Preserve. We covered a lot, but most importantly, Hannah opened up and shared valuable insight on coaching people in the LGBTQ community, what fears and struggles members of that world a…

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Ep52 Glenn Urieta 1:44:20

6y ago1:44:20

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The podcast wraps our first year with the mind behind our awesome art. The brilliant Glenn Urieta (Illustrator, Coach Fury Podcast, Activist, Fellow Film Geek) joins me for ep52!Glenn’s art has become a special part of the podcast and it was great to talk with him. We got into pursuing a career in comic books, working together in visual effects, a …

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Ep51 Matt Wilson Part 2 1:14:53

6y ago1:14:53

1:14:53

Matt Wilson (MFF, Spider Mouse Productions, Fury/Destroyer Wedding Officiant) is back for more!We recorded this one in person at Fury Industries. Matt and I had a great conversation discussing the struggles and freedoms of being self-employed, Essentialism, our personal evolution and more. You can follow Matt on Instagram at www.instagram.com/iknow…

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Ep50 Matt Wilson 50:54

6y ago50:54

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E50 is here with the man who married Kim and I twice, Matt Wilson (MFF, Clown Doctor, Spider Mouse Productions, Performer)!I love Matt (and his wife Steph) and am pumped for you to hear us chat. Matt and I discuss the concept of authenticity, the challenges and rewards behind being ridiculous at MFF, lessons learned as a Clown Doctor, the Trainer’s…

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Ep49 Jason Kapnick 1:41:23

6y ago1:41:23

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One of my guiding lights in fitness, Jason Kapnick (Catalyst S.P.O.R.T., BJJ Practitioner, Beast Tamer), joins me for ep49!Jason is one of the smartest and strongest guys I know. He truly walks the walk of fitness and strength training. We discuss the evolution of Catalyst S.P.O.R.T., his love of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how it his impacted his trai…

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Ep48 William Sturgeon 1:23:18

6y ago1:23:18

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The overall awesome William Sturgeon (Restored Strength, RKC2, Original Strength) joins me for ep48!William is an example of a coach that is going to go far. We discussed starting his business small and how it grew organically on client demand, how he maintains a positive mental attitude for himself and those around him, how he pulled through for m…

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