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  • Celebrity Death Match but influencers?
    Well, maybe not precisely “death” matches, but can we build a brand new, fun, competitive sport from existing sports and fitness elements?

    Dean Saddoris (@deansaddoris.ck) joined us for this exercise/thought experiment. 

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) joined and ran the board.  

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.
     
    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

     
    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/
     
    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.
    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

     
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    1 hr 7 min
  • Creed (2015) | A 50% Facts Review
    Thirty-nine years after Rocky, and nine years after the last Rocky sequel, director Ryan Coogler served up a continuation/reboot of the Rocky story. This time, Balboa is not the center of the action. He reluctantly takes on the task of training Apollo Creed’s unknown love child, Adonis. Did he know about this kid before he was killed in the ring? (We never found out.) Does this kid possess the skills, the fight, and the heart his father did? (Would this be a Rocky-verse movie if he didn’t?) Do those American flag boxing shorts make an appearance? (You bet!)?  

    Is this is better film than any of the other Rocky films that preceded it? You decide.  

    This is one of Sebastian Brambila’s (@sebastian_brambila) favorite movies. He jumped in and also ran the board.

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits!

    Get early access to our NEXT DROP!
    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.
    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.
    45 min
  • Rocky (1976) | A 50% Facts Review
    You don’t have to be wearing a pair of American flag boxing shorts to get that Rocky is a 4th of July flick (Even though it’s set in February and was released in December.) Why was Creed wearing those shorts anyway? (It was a Bicentennial gimmick.)  

    How did this film set the template for a thousand Cinderella sports movies to come, and launched one of the most successful franchises in movie history on a shoestring budget? How does a too-old, never-was fighter, mafia enforcer, kinda creepy guy on the spectrum end up fighting the heavyweight champ AND going the distance?  

    Our frequent media review collaborator, Dean Saddoris (@deansaddoris.ck) joined us to break down these questions.   Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) ran the board.


    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support. 
    1 hr 12 min
  • How to get started as a trainer? w/Jacob Ross | One Good Question
    Most of our friends in the industry who have trained both high-level athletes and gen pop clients don’t have the depth of experience of our guest, Jacob Ross.  

    We asked him of this take on the question, “What should I do to get started as a personal trainer?” Jacob shares how he got started and the things he did along the way to continue to improve.  

    You can (and should) find Jacob on IG (@jacob.w.ross).  

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) also ran the board and joined in.

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts--5538735/support.
    10 min
  • Jacob Ross | Olympic Basketball
    It’s been way, way too long since we connected here with our good buddy, Jacob Ross. He’s headed to Paris with the South Sudan Olympic Basketball team for the 2024 Olympics. We chat about how that all came together, his work with the NGO Matter, what it’s like opening a gym with Tom Kallas, and why he’s training like a bodybuilder now.  

    You can (and should) find Jacob on IG (@jacob.w.ross) and @bebetterbarbellclub

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) also ran the board and joined in.

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support. 

    1 hr 38 min
  • Do vegans crave meet? | One Good Question
    Nick Squires is back for one more question: Do vegans miss the foods they used to eat? And how do they deal with cravings?   You can (and should) find Nick on IG (@meatymcsorley).  

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) also ran the board and joined in.

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support. 

    10 min
  • Can a vegan powerlifter be really strong? | Nick Squires aka Meaty McSorley
    Not our first rodeo with this question, or with vegans among the members of our gym, but Nick is a big strong dude and a real hoot to chat with. What do you call a vegan who doesn’t really like vegetables?   You can (and should) find Nick on IG (@meatymcsorley).

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) also ran the board and joined in.

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.
    1 hr 19 min
  • An all-time records quiz? Part 2
    In the previous episode, we quizzed Mike on the top three lifters in every weight class, regardless of raw or equipped, federation, etc., for squat, bench, and deadlift.

    In this episode, we cover total records. You can see them for yourself at openpowerlifting.org.  

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) ran the board and chimed in. 

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.
    16 min
  • An all-time records quiz?
    We quiz Mike on the top three lifters in every weight class regardless of whether they are raw or equipped, federation, etc. In this episode, we cover squats, benches, and deadlifts. In Friday’s episode, we tackle total records.

    You can see them for yourself at openpowerlifting.org.  

    Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) ran the board and chimed in. 

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.
    1 hr 14 min
  • Is program (or coach) hopping bad? | One Good Question
    Our Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) brought us this question:  

    “What’s your opinion of people program or coach hopping?”  

    Sometimes change in necessary, but when and how often?

    Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.

    Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!

    Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.thirdstreetbarbell.com/ and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at goodcompanyapparel.com https://3sb.co/! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Get early access to our NEXT DROP!

    Check out our podcast website: 50percentfacts.com https://www.50percentfacts.com/

    50% Facts is a Spreaker Prime podcast on OCN – the Obscure Celebrity Network.

    Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) https://www.instagram.com/silentmikke/ and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/ Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Sam McDonald and Sebastian Brambila. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo (@jmanzo523).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.
    11 min

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