First Things THRST

By Mike Thurston

‘First Things THRST’ is a weekly masterclass that explores the secrets and experiences of entrepreneurs and content creators from across the globe. Each episode is unfiltered and guided by the prem

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June 12, 2025 E095 - Build an AESTHETIC Physique in 90 Days (Complete Transformation) | Greg O'Gallagher
» Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.
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Looking and feeling your best doesn’t require living in the gym, and Greg O’Gallagher (AKA Kinobody) is here to prove that. He’s walking us through how training less, eating smarter, and managing stress can actually lead to better results, physically and hormonally. We talk about what it really takes to boost testosterone naturally, why walking is more powerful than most people realise, and how chasing size can backfire when your nervous system isn’t on board.

Greg doesn’t just share what works – he breaks down why it works, and how he’s built a lifestyle and physique that’s dialled in, without being obsessive. This one challenges a lot of fitness stigma and offers a refreshingly simple, effective way to train, eat, and live with intention.

00:00 Introduction
02:23 Why Greg chose Miami over Canada for business and life
04:01 Fitness obsession and childhood inspirations
06:27 Outgrowing sports and finding a love for training
07:11 Creating the Keno Body approach to fitness and aesthetics
09:57 Debunking myths about needing to train every day
11:13 How alcohol derailed recovery and performance after 30
12:30 Strategies for tracking calories without losing your mind
16:41 Building an empire around YouTube videos and bold marketing
19:14 Lessons from early success and natural marketing instincts
21:46 Helping his brothers transform and the reality of slow gains
23:44 Staying natural and resisting pressure to chase size
25:18 The worrying trend of young guys hopping on gear too early
29:40 The real keys to boosting testosterone naturally
41:02 Why overtraining wrecks fitness gains and how to fix it
45:05 Scaling from fitness programs into building supplements
49:24 Bloodwork revelations and optimising health in your 30s
58:07 The underrated power of deep sleep for fat loss and testosterone
1:14:30 Breakups, fat loss motivation, and emotional transformations
1:20:05 Keeping relationships private and future family plans

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregogallagher/?hl=en
Kinobody: https://kinobody.com/
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1h 37min
June 07, 2025 E094 - Your Relationship is Failing: Quick Fixes Before it's Too Late | Diego Perez
» Produced by Hack You Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/
Website: https://hackyou.media/

Diego Perez, widely known by his pen name Yung Pueblo joins the show to share the inner journey that led him from emotional chaos to global recognition as a voice for self-awareness and healing. Before the books, the quotes, and the millions of readers, there was a personal reckoning: addiction, overstimulation, and the need to change from the inside out. Meditation became the turning point, helping him rebuild his relationship with stillness, discipline, and emotional honesty.

Diego's new release "How to Love Better" is out now: https://lnk.bio/a8IF

00:00 Introduction
02:00 How Diego created the Young Pueblo pen name and what it means
04:31 Partying hard at university and realising it was self-avoidance
06:13 Health collapse at 23 and the wake-up call that changed everything
08:46 Rugby, gym life, and how Mike avoided spiralling at university
10:14 Early motivations behind Mike’s fitness journey
11:47 Building discipline through meditation and the “mental gym” concept
13:08 Why you don’t need to become a monk to master resilience
14:38 How Silent 45-day retreats reset personal growth and relationships
16:45 Why Diego invests heavily in silent retreats every year
18:04 Meditation, scrolling addictions, and wisdom
22:23 Diego’s relationship with emotions
29:17 Why communication matters more than mind reading
31:06 Should you grow with a partner or find someone already emotionally aware?
35:03 Dating apps, and the dangers of chasing 2% better
40:27 Mike’s experience thriving after living alone for the first time
42:47 Solitude, presence, and why personal growth fuels better relationships
51:11 Learning to trust your intuition over generic dating advice
54:35 Mike and Diego reflect on career, self-knowledge, and relationship priorities
1:01:31 Handling conflict properly instead of expecting endless peace
1:10:02 Compassionate venture capital investing and startup mental health
1:18:16 Shifting social media landscapes and why newsletters matter more now
1:21:03 Loving the creative process and protecting deep work
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life: https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique: https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST: https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yung_pueblo
Article: https://yungpueblo.substack.com/
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1h 28min
June 02, 2025 E093 - I Found the Easiest Training Routine That Actually Builds Muscle Quick | Davis Diley
Davis Diley, entrepreneur, content creator, and competitive strongman—joins the show to challenge one of the most common fitness myths: that more training equals better results. Drawing from his own journey pushing elite numbers in strength while juggling business and content, Davis breaks down why recovery, frequency, and nervous system management matter more than just intensity.

He explains how training less—but smarter—has led to bigger lifts, fewer injuries, and more consistency over time. It’s a refreshing, no-BS take on performance, discipline, and letting go of the grind-for-grind’s-sake mindset.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Kicking off inside a $55,000 home gym setup
04:46 Planning and building a professional-grade home gym
07:15 How the pandemic reshaped fitness content and workout habits
08:10 Davis’ gym journey, football and a hunger for control
10:47 Discovering bodybuilding as an outlet for personal responsibility
14:17 How training helped avoid distractions and anchor discipline
16:18 Is fitness coaching too saturated for newcomers?
20:12 Navigating conflicting advice and finding trusted voices
22:32 Trimming the fat from training as an advanced lifter
25:36 Going all in on food, focus, and gym execution
28:00 Building and scaling your own fitness app the hard way
34:45 Davis’ unexpected viral moment sparks a new career path
38:58 Why content creation never gets easier, just more demanding
45:46 Crafting standout short-form videos with just a phone
49:13 Shifting from aesthetics to long-form content and longevity
51:00 Strongman days, extreme bulking, and chasing World’s Strongest Man
58:09 Narrowly avoiding steroids after a career-altering back injury
1:02:16 Staying lean, staying motivated, and the mental cost of shredding
1:09:35 Meals, volume, and why boring food is killing your cut
1:11:38 Travel routines, smart walking, and eating without spiralling

» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life: https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique: https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST: https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davis.diley?lang=en
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1h 20min
May 28, 2025 E092 - The Guaranteed Way to Live Your Best Life as a Man | Chris Williamson
Returning face and old friend Chris Williamson is back on the show to unpack the real cost of chasing self-improvement—and the trade-offs few people talk about.
While the internet makes optimisation look effortless, Chris shares how his own journey has been marked by burnout, loneliness, and the pressure to always do more.
He questions the myth that productivity equals purpose, and dives into the importance of slowing down, feeling safe in your body, and building a life that’s actually enjoyable—not just efficient.
If you’re wired for growth but feeling stretched thin, this one’s a thoughtful reset.

00:00 Reuniting in the heart of Austin
01:37 Why everyone's moving to Texas
02:40 Building habits that actually stick
07:30 How guests reshape your thinking
09:08 The passion behind the microphone
13:29 Optimising your mental game
15:39 Meeting heroes and battling nerves
21:31 Choosing guests worth listening to
24:46 The weight of public opinions
29:43 Mastering the time management puzzle
35:08 Life between the UK and Austin
41:02 Building Neutonic from the ground up
43:35 Bringing past skills to new ventures
47:14 The hidden battle with mold toxicity
49:45 Coming to terms with getting older
52:47 Evolving as a better partner
1:00:51 Knowing when to walk away
1:10:16 Writing through health challenges
1:13:56 AI's role in content creation
1:21:04 Where AI falls short in fitness
1:25:07 The art of high-quality podcasting
1:30:18 Staying relevant in changing times
1:35:04 Taking the leap into video content
1:39:02 Facing criticism with grace
1:43:29 Understanding our shared insecurities

» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO

» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/
» Join WHOOP and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst

» Follow Chris
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx/?hl=en
Website: https://chriswillx.com/
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1h 48min
May 23, 2025E091 - I Made BILLIONS With This Simple Wealth Formula (10X Method) | Grant Cardone
Grant Cardone, real estate master and founder of 10X, joins the show for an honest breakdown of his journey from addiction and failure to billion-dollar success. It’s easy to assume his rise was all confidence and sales mastery—but Grant admits he would’ve skipped sales entirely and gone straight to marketing and investing.

From sleeping on couches to building a $5B portfolio, he shares what really changed the game: going 10x bigger in every direction. Whether you love him or hate him, this episode is a masterclass in thinking long-term, building resilience, and playing offense.

00:00 Introduction

04:18 Grant’s decade of drug use and the harsh realities of addiction

08:26 The childhood moment that shaped his view of money

12:11 How Grant treats money and the importance of financial respect

14:35 Discovering the power of improving sales skills

17:13 Borrowing $3,000 to invest in himself after rehab

20:59 Studying sales obsessively and becoming a master through teaching

24:30 Choosing the wrong lane early on and staying small for too long

28:26 From fired car salesman to training the auto industry

34:35 First big real estate move and building passive income

38:01 Why real estate gave him peace compared to rejection-heavy sales

41:00 How to turn criticism and hate into fuel

46:07 The myth of social media comments and clickbait haters

51:00 How to build unshakable trust

54:09 The key reason why the 2008 crash sparked the 10x mindset

56:54 Going from $2M/year to nearly $1B/year through bold expansion

58:00 Business conflicts, lawsuits, and lessons on who to fight

1:06:34 Building a bank and changing the financial system

1:09:07 Longevity secrets and 10x Health System

1:13:05 Discipline, overeating, and stacking small daily habits

1:17:04 Raising kids with contracts, income, and real-world accountability

1:22:11 Teaching kids confidence through work and communication

1:27:05 Letting go of dying partnerships

1:29:16 Why stopping unhealthy habits is the ultimate hack

» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life:
https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique:
https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST:
https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements:
https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO
» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode:
https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/
» Join WHOOP and get your first month for free:
join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst
» Follow Grant:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantcardone
Website: https://grantcardone.com/
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1h 32min
May 18, 2025E090 - $80M CEO: Adderall Addiction, Fitness Industry & Entrepreneurship | Christian Guzman
Christian Guzman, founder of Alphalete and creator of Alphaland, joins the show to break down the real highs and brutal lows of building a multimillion-dollar brand from scratch. It’s tempting to assume overnight success when you see big launches and flashy gyms—but Christian walks us through the failed gyms, manufacturing mistakes, and sleepless decisions that built the empire. From ordering $2.5M in inventory without a finance team to managing influencer trends, middlemen, and changing buyer habits, he shares what it truly takes to scale.

00:00 Welcome to Alphaland

02:23 From first YouTube video to fitness icon

04:05 Choosing entrepreneurship over college

05:18 The humble beginnings of gym ownership

09:22 Pivoting to digital and apparel

10:45 Alphalete's birth and early growing pains

15:38 Building community through content

20:47 The costly lessons of scaling too fast

28:16 Learning the women's apparel market

33:49 How women became Alphalete's core business

36:46 Mastering production relationships

41:38 Nearly losing it all: financial turning points

45:46 Building a proper finance foundation

50:02 Adapting to evolving marketing landscapes

53:52 Reimagining the Alphalete brand

55:40 Thoughts on selling vs. building legacy

57:19 The 3D Energy drink adventure

1:02:28 Fighting to reclaim a stolen brand

1:05:53 Rebuilding 3D from the ground up

1:11:16 Managing multiple ventures and life

1:15:37 Confronting addiction and burnout

1:19:48 How Alphaland transformed a community

1:22:55 Vision for the brands' future

» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life
https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique
https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST
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» Custom Bioniq supplements
https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
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Website: https://alphaleteathletics.com
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1h 28min
May 14, 2025 E089 - Why Do We Feel So Empty Inside? (Psychologist Reveals Fixes) | Dr. Saliha Afridi
Dr. Saliha Afridi, clinical psychologist and founder of The Lighthouse Arabia, joins us for a powerful conversation on the true path to mental well-being. In a world obsessed with hacks, shortcuts, and surface-level wellness, Saliha offers a grounded perspective: healing isn’t quick—it’s deep, reflective work. From high-performing clients masking trauma to the emotional isolation men often face, this episode dives into what genuine mental health progress really looks like.

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Working in Dubai among high-achievers
04:00 Psychedelic therapy: potential vs pitfalls
11:09 How to choose a great therapist
13:10 Therapy as lifelong self-work
16:46 Founding The Lighthouse Arabia
17:26 Why men struggle with emotional support
21:47 Helping men connect to their inner world
27:17 Emotional regulation vs repression
35:08 Why we sabotage ourselves
50:02 Purpose beyond success
58:58 Sadness vs clinical depression
1:14:30 The impact of social media on relationships

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This is a must-listen if you're seeking meaningful growth, emotional intelligence, or a deeper understanding of how to navigate modern life with clarity.
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1h 32min
May 07, 2025 E088 - Here's PROOF Humans Will Be Replaced By 2030 | Gregg Braden
Gregg Braden, scientist, spiritual thinker, and bestselling author of Pure Human, joins the show to break one of the biggest modern myths: that we’re broken, and only technology can fix us. From his Cold War engineering background to decades studying ancient cultures, Gregg connects the dots between biology, spirituality, and personal power in a way that’s both grounded and radical. He makes a compelling case that we’re only scratching the surface of what it means to be human—and that embracing our natural design might be the key to lasting health, resilience, and meaning. This one will definitely get you thinking.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Greg Braden
04:49 The drive behind human curiosity
07:58 Breaking free from genetic destiny
17:17 Finding purpose for a longer, healthier life
25:23 Beyond religion: our untapped potential
31:47 The human body as information technology
39:19 Where science falls short on emotions and health
45:47 Ancient wisdom for modern self-care
55:58 Contemplating death, love and human capacity
58:29 Greg's book "Pure Human"
59:07 The microchip debate and personal sovereignty
Links:
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
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May 01, 2025 E087 - Inside the Luxury Lifestyle of Billionaires (Biggest Lessons) | Enes Yilmazer
EnesYilmazer, a former world-champion windsurfer turned luxury real estate filmmaker, joins this episode to unpack the reality behind touring and filming the world’s most iconic homes—including Michael Jordan’s. It’s easy to assume this kind of content is all access and glamor, but Enes pulls back the curtain on the months-long negotiations, intense pressure, and emotional weight of doing justice to someone else’s legacy. He opens up about the real demands of his work, from 1,000-hour edits to filming with owners and billionaires just out of frame. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes, this episode delivers.
Timestamps:
00:00 Meeting Enes and his story
01:25 From windsurfing champion to real estate tours
02:04 Behind the scenes of luxury content creation
07:08 Getting inside the world's most exclusive homes
15:40 Filming in the presence of nervous homeowners (Michael Jordan)
20:56 Choosing integrity over commission checks
24:46 When luxury becomes your normal
32:17 Celebration moments in mansion tours
37:11 Expanding the content empire
40:13 When security concerns force content removal
44:33 Where the wealthy are moving
52:13 Why Dubai attracts luxury buyers
59:56 Future islands and advice for agents
1:05:00 Social media's power in real estate
1:07:08 The art of luxury craftsmanship
1:15:06 Setting sail into yacht content
1:19:17 Do possessions bring happiness?
1:26:15 What makes a home truly luxurious
1:32:34 Launching a healthy home goods brand
1:37:56 Dreams of designing furniture
1:40:00 Connecting with the audience
Links:
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO
» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst
Follow Enes:
YouTube: @EnesYilmazer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enesyilmazer/?hl=en
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1h 44min
April 27, 2025 E086 - *NEW* The Biggest Secrets Beneath the Pyramids (Hidden Chambers) | Billy Carson
Most people accept history as it’s written—but Billy Carson is on a mission to uncover what’s been left out. As a researcher, author, and founder of @ForbiddenKnowledge1, he’s spent years diving deep into ancient texts, forgotten technologies, and the possibility that advanced civilisations existed long before our own.
In this episode, Billy shares how a childhood UFO sighting set him on a lifelong search for hidden truths—from the secrets buried beneath the Sphinx to the role of frequency, consciousness, and lost knowledge in shaping humanity’s origins. He connects the dots between ancient mythology, quantum science, and modern space exploration in a way that will challenge even the most conventional thinkers.
Timestamps:
00:00 Billy Carson and his cosmic journey
01:16 Childhood UFO encounters spark curiosity
04:25 Ancient technology's modern connections
05:07 What lies beneath the pyramids?
09:15 Dating civilisation's true origins
12:05 Sources of ancient knowledge
16:00 Ancient space wars theory
17:31 The Mars-human connection
19:49 How primitive cultures view advanced technology
23:28 Where quantum physics meets spirituality
24:03 NASA's classified space program
29:00 Media control and hidden ancient tech
34:25 Catastrophes that reset human history
39:46 The Sphinx
44:40 Breaking through archaeology's barriers
49:32 Antarctica's forbidden mysteries
55:02 Consciousness beyond the physical realm
1:05:40 Mind expansion through psychedelics
1:09:00 The reality of extraterrestrial contact
1:11:07 Understanding alien propulsion systems
1:17:01 Pioneers in alternative research
1:19:22 Energy technologies kept from the public
1:23:40 Climate change and magnetic pole shifts
1:28:30 Reclaiming our forgotten golden age
Links:
» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/
» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/
» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com
» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston
• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO
• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO
» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst
Follow Billy:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billycarsonofficial/?hl=en
Website: https://linktr.ee/4bktv
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1h 33min

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