Mere Mortals

It's time to have a goodbye party for Juan and family.In Episode #447 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: the bad karma coming Juan's way, secrets behind airline booking systems, the need for a holiday, what it's been like living without a solid routine, why I threw my brother's shoe on the roof, finding secret spiderman underwear and what I should hide in my parents old home.Huge thanks to Petar & McIntosh for supporting the show. We really appreciate your contribution!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:41) A 1yr old on a 9hr flight(00:06:13) How seat arrangements work(00:13:55) Plans for Japan(00:20:17) Why are they going?(00:22:11) Boostagram Lounge(00:25:17) Just in time living(00:30:42) Routine keeps the fires at bay(00:36:17) Erratic decision making(00:38:52) Juan's haunted house(00:45:04) Creepy parting gifts(00:50:07) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

Ask those questions you always wanted to know and tell your loved ones that you love them.In Episode #446 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: getting to say goodbye to my mother, the terrible experience of flying into Australia, why it's hard to really know a person, improvements we are thinking of making for the podcast, why I'm tempted to go all in on handstands, Juan's new hobby of racing sims and my experiment of treating my home town like a new place.No boostagram this week, very sad puppy :'(Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:33) Mum passed away(00:01:48) Bitching about flying/airports(00:10:32) Regrets and laments(00:20:06) What would she have wanted?(00:29:06) Boostagram Lounge(00:33:01) Chris Williamson & Tim Ferriss(00:37:47) More focus on fitness?(00:45:13) Becoming expert at a niche(00:57:47) Racing simulators & breakdancing(01:08:29) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

Unfortunately I'm coming back home early.In Episode #445 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: why time is flying so fast, how I have somehow managed to avoid Dengue, Juan complaining about a sandpit and hurting his foot (again), deciding when/if to get out of your comfort zone, finally achieving a stalder press and how Juan has big arms but hates arm day.Huge thanks to Broadreach Music & Cole McCormick for supporting the show. We really appreciate your contribution!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:41) Big V's First Birthday(00:04:01) Camelodromo: Crazy markets(00:09:56) Living in the moment ... apart from bugs!(00:13:05) I'm coming back to Australia(00:20:28) A ship shaped sandpit(00:22:32) Why I need a girl with home decor taste(00:24:41) Boostagram Lounge(00:32:11) Being uncomfortable in crowds(00:38:53) The benefits of doing the reps(00:47:42) I GOT MY FIRST STALDER!(00:55:24) A little rock becomes destroyer of worlds(01:00:29) Juan hates arm day?!(01:05:07) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

How can you connect with people rapidly if you are in a new town?In Episode #444 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: the classic rice/beans/meat combo you'll find in Latin America, why Brazilians love to merge lanes, why being friendly is more important than logistical planning, reenacting Wedding Crashers, belatedly celebrating the Bitcoin halving, yelling at footballers on a TV screen and why you need decent underwear to avoid testicular torsion.Huge thanks to Talking Bull podcast, Petar and Gene Everett for supporting the show. We really appreciate your contribution!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:07) Feijoada(00:06:49) Other Brazilian food(00:11:14) The worst pizza we've ever had(00:15:19) Brazilian road architecture(00:19:03) More tattoo's than Australia?(00:23:12) Boostagram Lounge(00:29:26) School of Mastery(00:32:03) Finding connections vs creating attraction(00:35:18) I crashed a wedding(00:45:31) Bitcoiners in Brazil(00:51:47) 5-7 beers deep authentic experience(00:54:06) A cautionary tale of supportive gear(01:01:29) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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 shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from this series, showcasing our own methodology. What do you do differently and why?Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:04) Juan's April 2024 Recap(00:05:45) Kyrin's April 2024 Recap(00:08:51) Support Overview(00:17:25) Juan's May 2024 Goals(00:28:53) Kyrin's May 2024 Goals(00:40:52) Fitness(00:42:40) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

 Join us as Andrew Taylor, the owner of Live Co., opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, revealing personal insights and professional strategies that have shaped his success. In this engaging conversation, Andrew discusses overcoming personal challenges, redefining success, and the strategic moves behind his ambitious brand. He shares profound lessons on personal branding, the importance of authenticity, and the future aspirations for his streetwear empire. Tune in to discover how turning unique traits into superpowers can lead to groundbreaking achievements in business and life.00:00 - Introduction and Background01:22 - Embracing Personal Strengths and Unique Traits05:07 - Challenges and Triumphs in Business and Personal Life10:13 - Strategies for Building a Brand and Facing Competition15:40 - Insights into Future Goals and Company Vision20:09 - Discussion on Work-Life Balance and Personal Sacrifices25:14 - Expanding Business and Outsourcing Strategies30:42 - Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth35:19 - The Power of Networking and Masterminds40:00 - Future Aspirations and Challenges for 2024Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast  Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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 Courtney Dauwaulter on Joe Rogan.Huge thanks to Petar the Slav for supporting the show. We really appreciate your contribution!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:39) - We were delusional to think this would work(3:41) - Brazil update: memorable moments(8:05) - Boca aberta & yapping(16:59) - Baller busters & influencers(27:39) - Prediction: The gotcha game gets everyone(32:50) - Boostagram Lounge(40:09) - Juan's self destructive running(45:46) - Ultramarathon with one winner(50:16) - Experimenting with your routine to find the truth(1:05:21) - Feeling meaningless without the structure of a job(1:13:56) - V4V: Hiatus & send some feedback Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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 (albeit bald) people I've encountered and why I'm attracted to disabled people.Huge thanks to McIntosh and Oscar Merry for supporting the show. We really appreciate your contribution!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:34) - The flight to Brazil(5:48) - Speaking Portuguese: Stitched up by a friend(11:17) - Warning to Brazilians: I will talk to you!(18:56) - Training next to a bar(21:16) - Boostagram Lounge(26:15) - Prices in Latin America(32:03) - São Paulo is ginormous: Londrina is like Brisbane(37:36) - Safety considerations(40:21) - Lucas & Yara(45:24) - Bald people aplenty(48:24) - Boobs, boonda or back?(52:03) - What's next to see/do?(57:58) - Chat comments(59:31) - Getting back to fun topics(1:01:40) - V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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 mental health.Didn't get the chance to read boostagrams this week. We will do some makegood's for the next.Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:17) - Brodie: Trolltunga & hiking(3:02) - Mansheel: Cradle Mountain(5:44) - Total Fusion cold plunge(14:11) - Steven: Accosted at 3am(15:13) - Kyrin: Fuego volcano(17:10) - Brazil travel plans(22:25) - Brodieplays YouTube & Instagram(26:01) - Graded Pokemon cards(35:14) - Collectable NFT's & shoes(40:13) - How do you rock a big shirt?(42:55) - Steven the model/comedian(45:11) - Kyrin the anime/manga weeb(48:12) - Juan the wrestling fan(51:08) - Brodie the gamer(53:01) - Mansheel the dragonballer(57:46) - Pterodactyl porn(1:02:22) - Getting what you wanted but why aren't you happy?(1:09:39) - Manager vs mining engineer(1:16:17) - Have you made your parents proud?(1:26:25) - What is enough?(1:36:43) - Feeling open to talk(1:46:27) - Wrapping up Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

Brodie CasaA 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 worldChapters:00:00 Feeling the Need for Success05:03 Discovering Ambition and Drive07:31 The App Startup and Feeling of Worthlessness10:52 Quarter-Life Crisis and Pressure from Father22:30 Finding Success in University29:05 Entering the Financial Markets32:16 Learning from the Market Crash and Client Interactions36:41 Support from Partner to Pursue Passion39:09 Transition to Boxing Business44:13 Financial Struggles and Panic48:26 Exploring Online Nutrition Coaching52:59 Diversifying Focus and Pursuing Multiple Ventures56:02 Opportunity in Wellness Industry58:13 Failure of Wellness Venture01:02:38 Commitment to Coaching and Business Growth01:06:03 Uncovering Success Through Self-Reflection01:10:26 The Importance of Health and Self-Control01:14:33 Health as the Foundation for Wealth and Relationships01:18:43 Understanding the Difference Between Steroids and TRT01:22:29 The Benefits of TRT for Optimal Health01:30:18 Taking Care of Your Body: The Car Analogy01:37:34 Optimizing Internally for a Great Life01:40:20 The Profound Benefits of TRT Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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.Huge thanks to Cole McCormick & Balderdash Boys for the boostagrams. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:39) - Kyrin's rant(2:10) - More live doesn't equal less video(6:53) - Our split: Juan is focusing on high quality vid(9:07) - MM Podcasts with an S(12:53) - Documenting a lifestyle instead of a job(17:22) - Comparing live interactions to a conference(26:38) - Boostagram Lounge(31:28) - The best podcasters in Brisbane(36:05) - AI clips rising the cream of the crop(38:06) - Hyper local requires local content?(40:10) - Meanderings instead of Musings(41:43) - Social Media Strategy = More Fun!(45:37) - Making content that doesn't feel like a job(53:53) - Immediate changes(55:55) - V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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 shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from this series, showcasing our own methodology. What do you do differently and why?Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:51) - Juan's March 2024 Recap(6:39) - Kyrin's March 2024 Recap(13:40) - Support Overview(15:54) - Juan's April 2024 Goals(27:53) - Kyrin's April 2024 Goals(30:37) - Fitness(35:53) - V4V: Good vibes incomingConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastSupport the show

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/mean vs really high production value & our decisions to stop using some and start using others. Huge thanks to Sir TJ The Wrathful, Jen In Indy & McIntosh for the boostagrams. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:29) - We are the tools(1:52) - Essential hardware: mic/laptop/earphones(8:42) - Hardware thrills: camera/lightbox/mixer(15:22) - Essential production software: audio editor(17:42) - Software thrills: Riverside/Zencastr/extras(22:28) - Spotify distribution of new episodes(24:33) - Boostagram Lounge(28:37) - Essential distribution services: a podcast host(35:27) - Breaking news: Blubrry announces Vid2Pod(38:48) - Distribution thrills: Surveymonkey/Hootsuite(42:41) - Riverside grrrrr(50:54) - Opus Pro for clipping(58:41) - Adobe Suite(1:00:52) - Summary(1:08:34) - Testing AI Tools(1:15:12) - V4V: Time/Talent/TreasureValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

Anthony NoudIncredibly 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 thoughts(10:42) - Day 1 post addiction(14:50) - Finding the peer group(20:40) - Why meditation?(22:40) - State of mind(26:40) - Beyond shifting expectations(28:40) - Asking the right questions(32:30) - Teaching access(39:00) - The challenge to be hungry(43:00) - Mates from the past(48:50) - Dealing with hate(54:50) - Being a Dad(59:20) - Reminiscing(1:02:15) - Doin right by 'me'(1:12:30) - Contact AnthonySupport the show

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 ridiculously expensive shirts. Huge thanks to Cole McCormick for the boostagram. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:58) - Social media inspired topic(2:29) - Juan's fitness numbers(4:57) - Kyrin's streak freeze of consistency(9:12) - Repeated actions but variable cadence(19:55) - Definition(22:10) - Time to get hustling(28:17) - Marathons & shopping malls(31:13) - Boostagram Lounge(36:43) - How important is consistency for v4v?(40:06) - V4V music requires repetition(43:14) - It's a neutral quality that amplifies others(50:28) - Summary(54:58) - V4V: Join us liveValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

Jason 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 how IPFS/music/video is in the future for his app. Jason is in as a 30% split for this episode so don't forget to boost!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro to Jason(0:30) - Why go to Panama?(5:15) - Why don't American's travel?(7:52) - Jason's previous life ..... meetings(12:42) - Stem Cell Therapy(16:09) - Travel is influenced by where you grew up(19:52) - V4V: An alternative to interruptive ads(25:23) - Micropayments that work(29:10) - Follow the fun music(38:10) - Just not our average percussion(40:55) - History of Really Bad Apps(48:15) - What's next for Podcast Guru(58:25) - Don't blame your app developer(1:07:29) - Podcast app's are Sisyphus's boulder(1:10:35) - Where we spend our time(1:17:20) - V4V: Connect with JasonConnect with Jason:Podcast Guru: https://podcastguru.io/Email: jason@reallybadapps.comConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastSupport the show

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 list of books that helped me to understand this topic. Huge thanks to McIntosh for the boostagrams. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:07) - Morals from 'A Room With A View'(1:38) - Definitions(4:45) - Nietzsche's herd mentality(7:43) - Are there objective morals?(13:16) - How do we reach consensus?(24:03) - Boostagram Lounge(28:41) - Drawing a line in the sand(34:05) - The morals of stepping on lizards(40:19) - Are there superior morals?(45:32) - Religion & actions(49:56) - Meme of the week(50:22) - Cultural evolution & game theory(59:15) - Our morals: violence/coercion/Raskjuanikov(1:02:17) - Summary(1:11:07) - V4V: Wake up at 4 amValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

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 Juan ramps up quickly.Huge thanks to Dave Jones, Cardboard Giraffe & Cole McCormick for the boostagrams. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:35) - The Topic: 572 weeks of gym data(5:13) - Definition & the 7P's(10:53) - Are there situations you can't prepare for?(17:58) - What is actual preparation?(26:08) - Boostagram Lounge(31:43) - The process of preparing(45:10) - 3 bonus questions(50:12) - Summary: Being prepared for anything(53:46) - V4V: Prepare to reach outValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

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 shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from this series, showcasing our own methodology. What do you do differently and why?Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:23) - Juan's February 2024 Recap(6:43) - Kyrin's February 2024 Recap(16:49) - Support Overview(18:53) - Juan's March 2024 Goals(26:26) - Kyrin's March 2024 Goals(33:57) - Fitness(36:17) - V4V: LesssggooooConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastSupport the show

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 to replace my hands with cinder blocks.Huge thanks to Dave Jones, Balderdash Boys & McIntosh for the boostagrams. Your support means the world to us!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:25) - Juan's run story(3:41) - The character in your mind(12:11) - What would X do here?(19:55) - What are we obsessed with?(26:47) - The difference between passion & obsession(33:48) - Why we do V4V(39:04) - Boostagram Lounge(43:36) - A time for violence .... I'm not a fan(50:33) - Where do obsessions come from?(1:01:33) - The benefits of madness(1:07:33) - Feeling alive & a passionate attitude(1:13:37) - Summary(1:19:03) - V4V: Alas we will provide valueValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show