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February 12, 2021

E25 - 3 Foundational Training Books for a Classic Physique

On this solo episode I unpack the three most useful books I've studied over the years to build the physique I have today and unpack the principles I will be using over the next 8-10 years before I step on stage with the purpose of earning a professional bodybuilding title. The first two books are timeless, old-school classics that should really be a part of any athlete's library. The third book is an essential to bodybuilding competitors but will have little benefit to those who have no wish to ever compete. In this case you can sign off after...

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February 6, 2021

E24 - Joseph "Joke-Daddy" Gomez - #tequilaforhaman - Comedian's Commentary on the Book of Esther

Joseph Gomez, also known as THE JOKE DADDY, is a stand-up comedian and show host from Tacoma, WA. Joe and I have performed a few times together over the years at comedy venues, on YouTube, and even at churches (we happen to share the same faith). Joe has his own podcast called The Joe Show https://anchor.fm/jokedaddy?fbclid=IwAR00duS9UUwW0Wt5XAJYTuTpat0wnEJTbO-3h7Vth259FtxYRq3ZGOsekI8. You can listen to the two of us on the episode from December 29th, 2020 called "Tequila Talk Featuring Colt Milton." The guy's hilarious. Wife is a sweetheart. They got like a million kids. He's a hard worker with a big heart. Love this guy like a...

E23 - Samantha Warren on Strength Training, Online Coaching, and Branding

Samantha Warren, a full-time personal trainer from Washington, DC, helps women live their best lives though science-based practices, good food & strength gains. Her clients and social media following benefit from her extensive experience, her education (master's degree in exercise science), her fun, high-energy approach, and her big heart. Samantha can be found on Instagram at @samanthaaadearfit. Her website samanthaaadearfit.com has link to her website where you can apply for one-on-one coaching, find 12-week gym / home workout guides for purchase, as well as free workouts and challenges. Four years ago, Samantha and I connected over Instagram (of all places) when...

E22 - Terri Reeves, WNBF Pro Bodybuilder on Spiritual and Physical Health

Terri Reeves is a WNBF Professional Bodybuilder, judge, show host, and trainer. Terri challenges people to tap into their inner greatness, so that they can accomplish extraordinary results and a sense of belonging to make THEIR impact in the world. Like me, Terri describes herself as a "recovering perfectionist." We both remind ourselves to "READY, FIRE, AIM" (Todd Durkin). Terri believes that mindset and fitness should go hand-in-hand and that optimum wellness is directly relative to balance in the body, mind, and spirit; to put this in our own words, Taylor and I define this as "supersetting your life." If...

E21 - Mike Parker on Comedy in Seattle, Science vs. Religion, and Cabernets

Mike Parker (IG: @mikeparkerjokes) is an LA-based comedian who now lives in Seattle, WA. Having performed together frequently over the years, Mike has become a close friend and has been there a lot for me, congratulating me after my good sets and critiquing me on my bad ones. He's got a big heart, a distinct, authentic approach to the art of stand-up, and a relentless spirit. We had so much fun in this discussion we booked a follow-up interview for next month so you'll hear from him again soon! Show notes: 02:51 Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 What the Bible has to say...