This is the recap episode. On our journeys through life, it is a good idea to every once in awhile pause and take stock. Am I heading in the right direction?

In this weeks episode, we go deep. Deep into the depths of the brain and (possibly) the very seat of consciousness. The overarching topic of this weeks episode is ‘mindset’, but we discuss many related topics from perception to the microbiome and epigenetics.

In this weeks episode, it’s all about grit. It’s known by many different names – staying power, self determination, perseverance – but it’s what is needed to stay the course and see your goals and ambitions through to the end. We go through the different aspects and ingredients of grit – how to recognise it, how to develop it, why it is important and the benefits of being “gritty” can bring you.

In this weeks episode, it’s all about running. We go through when and where we started on our running journey and some of the different races we have taken part in since. Other topics discussed; Marcus Aurelius’ progress curve, origins of the marathon race, the Barkley Marathons.

In this episode, we discuss the motivations and inspirations for setting up the Druid’s Exchange podcast. Mr. C goes through so of the information on the Druids themselves, the culture surrounding them, and what is still present today of their legacy. text.

With this episode, we introduce ourselves briefly and then move on to more fun matters – Nintendo and video games! To colour our perspectives, we recount some memorable moments from our gaming past, covering Super Mario Bros. 3 and Duck Hunt on the NES as well as The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the N64.

With this podcast, we discuss a range of topics from fitness to philosophy, arts, science and technology, but with an underlying focus on self improvement, developing a healthy mindset and all the life lessons you can learn along the way.

And sure, we have a bit of craic while we’re at it.