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Nissa Cohen in a no-nonsense Level 3 CrossFit Coach and co-owner of CrossFit Kinesis. 

Nissa and Sam discuss multiple topics including; where she falls on the cowboy/egghead spectrum, coaching, return to play classes, misconceptions of CrossFit, her career ambition as a youngster where she drops a bomb shell, her career path, what makes her a good coach, and how the pandemic brought the importance of fitness to higher awareness. 

Sam even temporarily stumps Nissa by asking if he would make a good CrossFit Coach. 

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In this episode Bud Synhorst tells the remarkable story of his journey to lose over 103 lbs in the last 10 months.  

Sam and Bud discuss their shared challenges of their battles of losing weight and what it takes to change behavior.  And more importantly the rewards of being successful.

Don't miss this inspirational episode.  Do Hard Well! 

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Sam's favorite egghead, David Boomer, describes a cowboy tactic he pulled when he worked in the United States Congress.  David Boomer is solely responsible for the Pledge of Allegiance being recited daily in the House of Representatives.  Join us for a fun story of a stunt that made history.  Here comes the Boom! 

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In the Season 4 premiere; Sam and his guest, J.D. Crouse, visit about being raised in Cherry County, Nebraska.  They discuss their upbringing and the lessons and values that were learned along the way.  Shared experiences of rodeos, brandings, country schools, death of parents ( fathers) are discussed.

J.D. explains why he is now an idea man vs a shovel man.  A discussion of working smart vs working hard ensues.   He tells the story of his early career working at the local bank, going into sales, and his early career that lead him to a entrepreneurial career. 

J.D. and Sam conclude the conversation talking about J.D.'s faith journey and how it has evolved. 

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In the Season 3 finale Sam welcomes Shae McMaster to the podcast.  Shae is gym owner in Hastings, Nebraska and the host of "Get Uncomfortable", a podcast dedicated to conversations and interviews with people who overcame obstacles in life.  Shae teaches and coaches how to welcome adversity into your life and use it to your advantage.   

Sam and Shae discuss Shae's most recent experience of getting uncomfortable, the difference between pain and discomfort, survival mode in traumatic situation, grief, crying, breathe work, self anger, EMDR technique, wellness with fitness, and cold showers.

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Instagram @enlightenedathlete 

Business Website: https://enlightenedathlete.com/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1557553154. 

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Sam's nutrition coach Bri Siegert returns to the podcast to discuss all things protein, and why protein is such an important part of the daily diet. 

If you would like to contact Bri for nutrition coaching you can email her at [email protected] or message her on Instagram @srianabiegert 

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Past guest Acela Turco returns to update us on her current activities as Director of Strategic Initiatives with  Wounded Warriors Family Support. 

Wounder Warriors Family Support's mission is to provide support to the families of those who have been wounded, injured or killed during combat operations. The families of these casualties suffer in many ways: some physically, some psychologically.

Wounded Warriors Family Support has earned an A+ rating with Charity Watch, a 4 Star rating from Charity Navigator and named in 2019 by Consumer Reports as one of the best veterans charities in the United States.

Acela discusses the programs that benefit veterans, their caregivers, and their families. 

To learn more about this important cause and to donate please visit: 

https://www.wwfs.org/

Editors Note:  This podcast was originally recorded on February 22, 2022. 

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Chad Madson AKA Chaxl is a wheelchair bound photographer who has use of one arm.  Chad shares his story and love of photography and how he overcame cerebral palsy to pursue his passion and make a living.  To learn more about Chad, please visit https://www.campixphoto.com/  

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Jeff Kanger is the President of First State Bank Nebraska.  He shares his story of his rise at the bank at a relatively young age.  He describes his philosophy and management style of employees and a billion dollars of assets. 

Jeff also is the Founder of Brothers Keepers (https://www.brotherskeepermideast.com/) a 501(c)(3) non profit organization designed to be a continuing message to the Christian people in Gaza that they are not forgotten and never alone.   He tells the story of how he came to identify a problem, and then sprung into action with a solution.

Finally, he tells some maybe not so flattering stories of being managed by Sam at the beginning of his career. 

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Inaugural guest Jeremy Aspen makes his second appearance 18 months after the first episode.  They are joined by Fox 42 KPTM media personality and  former comedian Tom Becka. 

Sam and his guests discuss the multiple issues that are portrayed in the 1998 film The Truman Show starring Jim Carrey and Ed Harris. 

Does modern life reflect the Truman show?  Do we live in an alternative universe?  Have you ever looked at yourself?  Are we on a spiritual journey to search for the truth?  Have you ever faced uncertainty?  Is truth a relative term?   Can you shop for the truth?  Do we all have our own truth?  Are you willing to conquer your fear to pursue freedom and the truth?  Are things funny because they are true?  Is fear a motivator?  Does passion overcome fear?  Do you have to overcome fear to be happy?  Is fear a good or bad thing?  Can fear be manufactured?   Does the media manipulate because consumers shop for the truth?  Is the truth subjective?  Do we live in a hyper reality world today?  Who can you trust? 

Don't miss this special episode.  As a fun bonus Tom and Sam discuss Sam's comedic hero: Sam Kinison.   And Jeremy certainly solidifies his role as an Egghead! 

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