Best Kyrin Down Amp Juan Granados Podcasts (2024)

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Brazilian Churrasco & Yapping Influencers | Experimenting With Routine Reveals Hidden Truths 1:16:50

1d ago1:16:50

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We might be delusional but at least we're not influencer level delusional. In Episode #443 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: an update to our live recordings, eating delicious meat at a Brazilian churrasco, Juan's mirth at ridiculous influencers, why Coffeezilla is like Cato the Younger, why Juan was late for work and what I found shocking about C…

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One Week In Brazil | Observations From A Gringo 1:03:43

8d ago1:03:43

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The king of the gringos has arrived in Brazil and has some thoughts. In Episode #442 of 'Meanderings', Juan & I discuss: why you can't catch up on sleep, skipping 3 months worth of stressful non-communication, girls picking me up with their dogs, why prices are uniform across Australia, the dystopian Judge Dredd apartments of São Paulo, the kind (a…

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Kyrin's Farewell Party | Our First Episode With Friends 1:47:46

9d ago1:47:46

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Please bare with the chaos, bumps and average audio as we say farewell to Kyrin. In Episode #441 of 'Meanderings', Juan/Brodie/Steven/Mansheel & I discuss: some of our favourite travel stories, the joys of collecting and trading items, hidden gems from our past that our friends never knew plus some deep questions about life, relationships and menta…

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BRODIE CASA | Working On Your Identity, App Development To Construction & Passion In Helping Others 1:42:19

19d ago1:42:19

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Brodie Casa A great chat with Brodie, where he helps to share a deep insight into his identity, who he is and how life has brought him to where he is now. Alongside this, we also touch on briefly the use of TRT and the differences between this and the concept of steroids. Have a fantastic day wherever you are in the world Chapters: 00:00 Feeling th…

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Live On Air | The New Direction Of The Mere Mortals 59:56

21d ago59:56

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There are some changes happening to how we operate. In Episode #440 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why I want to spend more time focusing on live podcasts, why Juan wants to spend more time on high quality video, turning the Mere Mortals into a suite of shows, what will change when I head to Brazil and using social media as it is meant to be used.…

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Monthly Goals | April 2024 37:03

23d ago37:03

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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What Do You Need To Do A Podcast? | Hardware & Software Tools 1:17:41

28d ago1:17:41

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We're going over everything we have used to create our podcasts and deciding what to keep or not. In Episode #439 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the couple of essential pieces you will need to produce an audio podcast, the extra thrills that are helpful for video production, why it is useful to play around with new tools periodically, staying lean…

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ANTHONY NOUD | What Goes On Between Our Ears? 1:13:44

1M ago1:13:44

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Anthony Noud Incredibly engaging conversation with Anthony where we discussed what goes on between our ears, past experiences, the positives of asking the right questions, magic moments and more. Have a fantastic day wherever you are in the world & don't forget to boost! Timeline: (0:00) - Intro (3:04) - What goes on between our ears (6:42) - Our t…

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Where's Your Consistency?! | Repeating Actions Over & Over Again 57:46

1M ago57:46

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Where's the line between being consistent & being crazy? In Episode #438 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why we are fitness obsessed but not health nuts, the analogy of Duolingo's streak freezes to faux consistency, why it's the action/effort/intensity that matters and not the timing, why being consistent isn't good in and of itself and our ridicul…

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JASON HUDGINS | Leaving Corporate USA To Panama, V4V Is Fun & The Podcast Guru App 1:17:55

1M ago1:17:55

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Jason Hudgins is the main developer of the Podcast Guru app and cofounder of Really Bad Apps. In Conversation #104, Jason and I discuss: why he moved to Panama with his family, the soul sucking nature of big corporations, why he loves spending time coding Podcast Guru, how he first found out about the v4v model, the frustrations of advertising and …

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Where Does Morality Come From? | Reaching Consensus & Passing Them On 1:13:39

1M ago1:13:39

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Are morals just statements or do they have a deeper meaning behind them? In Episode #437 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why ethics/philosophy is kind of lousy for understanding about morality, whether Spartans would approve of my stance on non-violence, Juan's dislike of them because they aren't actionable, the ambiguity of Aesop's fables and a li…

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Are You Preparing Adequately | Following The 7P's 56:08

2M ago56:08

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Are you prepared for this spontaneously prepared podcast?! In Episode #436 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the British army mantra of alliteration, saying the thing I thought I would never say, epic feedback I received for the book reviews, the difference between meal prep/daydreaming/focused work, why you will never be prepared for a baby and how …

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Monthly Goals | March 2024 38:21

2M ago38:21

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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The Madness Behind The Mind | Why Do We Get Fixated On Certain Things? 1:22:01

2M ago1:22:01

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For real, where do all these random obsessions come from? In Episode #435 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why Juan struggles to wake up at 4am sometimes, battling with your own bad tendencies, the fixation on fitness, irrationality as the main indicator of obsession, crazy hope within 'Death Of A Salesman', Juan's maxims for life and why I'm going …

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How To (NOT) Lose Your Money In 3 Easy Steps!!! | Mindset & Best Practices To Securing Your Finances 1:13:07

2M ago1:13:07

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What are the 3 main ways that people lose their money and assets? In Episode #434 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: how trust/human error/scams all interlink, why you should take your security seriously regardless of your wealth, the difference between theoretical and practical security, Lil Uzi Vert and his forehead diamond, why you should listen to…

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TREVOR BELL | Becoming Satan's Lawyer, Why V4V Is More Than BTC & Giving Advice To Podcasters 1:39:26

2M ago1:39:26

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Trevor Bell is a former lawyer and host of 'The Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove' podcast. In Conversation #103, Trevor and I discuss: why he did pro-bono work for the Noosa Temple of Satan, our experiences travelling Mexico in different eras, why he's a big fan of V4V/listener support, the nuances of the value 4 value philosophy, the different monet…

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Conversations That Just Go Nowhere | What Makes Communication Genuine? 1:23:34

2M ago1:23:34

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Ever talked with someone and you feel like you're just spinning wheels? In Episode #433 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the definition of pseudo and interactive communication, why it matters to have etiquette whilst conversing, Tim F/Sam Harris/Joe Rogan, passion and hearing the things that people don't say, what it was like to talk to a lawyer (Tr…

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EMIL JURESIC | Founder, CEO, Property Developer and Endurance 56:21

3M ago56:21

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Emil Juresic. BOOM. Probably the best word to describe the man. Join on me on today's conversation with Emil, where I do my best to hang on to the topics, the energy and enthusiasm. We covered real estate, endurance, mental fortitude and make sure you check out one unconventional thought from Emil. Have a fantastic day wherever you are in the world…

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Longevity Schmongevity | Or Is There Actually Something To It? 1:16:31

3M ago1:16:31

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I think trying to live longer is mostly BS, Juan might disagree with me though. In Episode #432 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: our starting positions and biases, the intense people who make up the longevity movement, some of the outlandish claims that are made, the double PayPal craziness, what they get right about living longer, why sleep/eating …

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Monthly Goals | February 2024 40:12

3M ago40:12

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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NICK MALSTER | The Advertising Industry, Creating Viral V4V Clips & The Future Of Fountain 1:42:37

3M ago1:42:37

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Nick Malster is the cofounder of Fountain Podcasts and former brand manager in the advertising industry. In Conversation #101, Nick and I discuss: his passions of music/skiing, why he has decided to stop drinking, how v4v compares to advertising models, why Fountain is focused upon podcast clipping, future features you'll find within his podcasting…

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Protecting Yourself Online | Passwords, Privacy & Data Breaches 1:08:21

3M ago1:08:21

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What should we be doing to maintain a healthy digital hygiene? In Episode #431 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why this topic felt like work to Juan, how companies think about cyber security, the Stuxnet virus plus a Dutchman receiving American military emails, Butters the abused dog, our argument over what consists an 'attack', the coming era of m…

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TOFE EVANS | Fatherhood, Running, Ambition & Life 1:07:37

3M ago1:07:37

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Tofe Evans is a father, a runner and a friend. In Conversation #100, Tofe and I discuss: Fatherhood, the meaning of ambition when it compares to previous efforts, running, mentality in fitness and in life, regret and shame.. Have a fantastic day wherever you are in the world & don't forget to boost! Timeline: (0:00) - Intro (1:12) - Running and cha…

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Figuring Out Relationships | What Makes A Great Lover/Friend/Parent/Child? 1:08:08

3M ago1:08:08

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Is there anything we can do to be better to our loved ones? In Episode #430 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why you want to make/reflect on good times, our reluctance to interfere in other people's lives, the 9gag meme that had me chuckling, Juan bring tequila snacks to celebrate, my questionable dog-sitting abilities and why our selfishness has ru…

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The Podcast Industry | Observations From The Inside 1:28:51

3M ago1:28:51

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I've spent a lot of time in the depths of what's going on, so it's time to tell you what I've learnt. In Episode #429 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the evolution of podcasting across it's 20 year history, the good/bad parts of what happens on the inside, why advertising screws everything up, why you'll never be able to make ridiculous money from …

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COLE MCCORMICK | Digital Media In LA, Using AI In V4V Cinema & Magic Mushroom Fun Time 2:14:59

3M ago2:14:59

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Cole McCormick is a filmmaker, podcaster, voice actor and host of the 'AMERICAPLUS' podcast. In Conversation #99, Cole and I discuss: his energetic creativity as a child, what the Hollywood world is actually like, how the Value 4 Value model has inspired his podcasts/films, combining AI with live action and v4v music to create his short film 'Magic…

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Glory & Triumph Beckons | Do You Have The Ambition To Take It? 1:00:54

4M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Are we going to take over the world :o In Episode #428 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the desire to pursue something, what Juan wants to do with the podcast, why I appear to be rather unambitious, links to conscientiousness and neuroticism, whether you can artificially create ambition and if it is necessary for a good life. Huge thanks to Queenmot…

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Monthly Goals | January 2024 43:19

4M ago43:19

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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12 Weeks to Powerlifting Success: My Journey, Techniques, and Equipment Explained! 17:58

4M ago17:58

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Join me in my latest adventure on 'The Mere Mortals in Motion' series! In this video, I embark on a 12-week powerlifting journey, diving deep into the strategies, equipment, and science behind successful powerlifting. From baseline assessments to progressive overload, I discuss my personal plan and goals, including a 10% improvement in my lifts. Wh…

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TJ DOERFEL | V4V Reigniting Passion, Music Industry Problems & Performing In A Family Band 1:53:51

4M ago1:53:51

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TJ Doerfel (also known as Sir TJ The Wrathful) is a musician in the band 'The Doerfels' and host of the 'Into The Doerfel-Verse' podcast. In Conversation #98, TJ and I discuss: life on the road with 10 siblings, his experience of grinding away in the music industry, how he came across 'value 4 value music', why he started a podcast to interact with…

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My Mooscles Are Getting Bigger | Altering Your Body Composition 1:14:53

4M ago1:14:53

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How have our bodies changed after 10+ years of training? In Episode #427 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why the stats say I'm top heavy and unbalanced, the data that I capture to measure my progress, Juan's reasons for focusing on health instead of size, how different sports can change your body composition and why it's unlikely you'll care how yo…

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Updates On Our Upgrades | It's About Time To Collaborate & Grow 1:17:48

4M ago1:17:48

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Get the latest goss on what is coming for the new year and why it's about to get crazy. In Episode #426 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: discuss the strategy and philosophy behind the podcast, Mere Mortals, the importance of sustainability and consistency in podcasting, providing valuable content to listeners, why I want to focus more on live audio …

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Buying A New Home | What To Consider & Look Out For 1:20:56

4M ago1:20:56

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What has Juan learnt from buying a property for his young family? In Episode #425 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: all the factors that go into buying a property, my prioritisation of social and financial freedom, whether there is a housing bubble here at the moment and if the metaverse/digital world will have any effect of future house prices. Mass…

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All Moments Must End | Choosing Between Self and Shared Memories 1:05:59

4M ago1:05:59

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A continuation from the last 'Musings' but with the focus now on the group instead of the individual. In Episode #424 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: whether I'm being selfish by choosing to create memories just for me, why axe throwing places aren't fond of photos, 'The Inevitable' and 'The Three-Body Problem' books, why September 11/GFC/Covid wer…

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Monthly Goals | December 2023 40:34

5M ago40:34

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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12 Weeks of Running Transformation - My Journey and Lessons | Mere Mortals in Motion 16:51

5M ago16:51

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I wrap up my 12-week running journey, sharing how I transitioned from an engineer's mindset to embracing the challenges of endurance running. Starting with a detailed plan, I navigated through various obstacles like illness, injury, and adjusting to life changes while aiming to increase my weekly running distance. Over the course of these 12 weeks,…

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Any Moment Could Be The Last | What Should I Do About It? 1:04:48

5M ago1:04:48

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Juan and I are experiencing firsts & lasts with our loved ones, moments that may or may not be lost in time. In Episode #423 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the connection between moments and memories, why the last time of something can also be the first of something else, our tricks for enjoying the good/bad moments of life, what Juan did after sl…

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Final Week Insight, Week 12 | Mere Mortals in Motion 7:26

5M ago7:26

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As I conclude the 12th and final week of my running phase, I reflect on the journey I've embarked on. My aim was simple: to spend more time running, increasing my minutes and kilometers on the road. Though the journey had its ups and downs, especially with injuries and life's unpredictabilities, I managed to clock in 5.49 kilometers this week. I di…

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My Life As An Aussie | Get To Know Kyrin 57:29

5M ago57:29

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Juan's away so Kyrin comes out to play, let's get to know me a bit better! In Episode #422 of 'Musings', I discuss: what it was like growing up in Brisbane, why I have tremendous sympathy for teenagers, our fixation with owning a house, my period of experimentation & learning about myself, why I feel like I'm just waiting around at the moment and h…

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Balancing Running with Life's Realities, Week 11 | Mere Mortals in Motion 6:36

5M ago6:36

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Week 11 of my 12-week running phase brought its fair share of challenges. As I reflect on the journey, it's clear the initial goal of increasing time on my feet has been complicated by the realities of life, including an injury that forced me to reconsider my approach. I shifted my focus from hitting a specific kilometer count to a more holistic vi…

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What Do People Really Desire? | Encouraging Behaviour That You Want In Others 1:16:30

5M ago1:16:30

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We want to do more than thank our supporters, but how do we do that? In Episode #421 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: economic and behavioural incentives, why I think most of macro economics is bullshit, accidently encouraging the wrong behaviour, why we want Mere Mortalites to feel good and about listening/contributing back and spitballing ideas on…

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Overcoming Injuries & Adjustments, Week 10 | Mere Mortals in Motion 9:09

5M ago9:09

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In the 10th week of my 12-week running phase, I delve into my evolving objectives and how I've had to pivot along the way. I faced several challenges this week, from veering off my initial plan to managing an unexpected injury. Despite these setbacks, I clocked 18.94 kilometers and took the time to analyze the reasons behind it. I talk about specif…

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What Comes Next? | Facing Obstacles Life Throws Our Way 1:02:49

5M ago1:02:49

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It's been a rough couple of months so how are we dealing with the challenges in our lives? In Episode #420 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why you need to approach life like an ibex, Juan's main problem of trying to get off the hamster wheel, Ryan Holiday's theory of choice, why you are paradoxically not special at all but also super special and wh…

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Monthly Goals | November 2023 31:00

5M ago31:00

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next. Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcoming…

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Bad News & Good News | An Update From Kyrin 8:54

6M ago8:54

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Just a short update episode here detailing why we'll be going back to just one episode a week for the foreseeable future. And a reminder to spend time with your loved ones. All the best, Kyrin out. Timeline: (0:00) - Intro (0:49) - Bad news (2:02) - Schedule changes (3:42) - Good news (6:53) - My final reminder First to use this link can claim 2000…

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Shifting Plans & Overcoming Challenges, Week 9 | Mere Mortals in Motion 8:39

6M ago8:39

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In week nine of my 12-week running phase, I reflect on how my planned runs sometimes deviate from the original plan. Instead of hitting those lofty 38 to 40km weeks, I'm at a more realistic 23km week. Treadmills have become a great ally in my journey, especially when outdoor runs aren't feasible. As I navigate this phase, I recognize the importance…

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Does It Really Matter If You Cheat A Little? | Staying True To Your Word & Principles 1:06:48

6M ago1:06:48

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No-one will ever know so it should be ok ..... right? In Episode #419 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: how integrity is different from goal setting, why those hidden actions beneath the surface matter (sometimes lol), the reason you can only have integrity in specific domains and the way it presents itself in specific actions in our lives. Massive t…

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ALEXANDER WATANABE | Interactive Art, Blockchain Archivality & Leaving The Cardano Bubble 2:02:56

6M ago2:02:56

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What if you could interact with art through a completely new medium? In Conversation #97, Alex and I discuss: why going to the gym is like levelling up in a game, how he plans to create onchain code using Ethereum that will be durable, how art can be manipulated & destroyed, the folly of arguing on the internet and why he's fallen out of love with …

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Running Phase Challenges & Insights, Week 8 | Mere Mortals in Motion 7:33

6M ago7:33

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In this recap of week 8 of my 12-week running phase, I delve into the highs and lows of the journey so far. From the exhilaration of running with friends outdoors to the routine of treadmill runs, I explore the multifaceted world of running. Balancing 20 kilometers in a week with other physical activities proved to be a unique challenge, prompting …

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The Pro & Cons Of Alcohol | Does It Make Our Life Better? 1:04:39

6M ago1:04:39

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What's your relationship to alcohol? In Episode #418 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the energy that comes out after dark, Juan's party past, Australian drinking culture, the reaction to the Podfather conversation, why alcohol is similar to sugar or junk food, the useless definition of a drug (everything is lol) and how we intend to drink in the fu…

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