Is sleep learning a real thing? Here's what the science says about this phenomenon. What happens if you drink 10 cans of coke a day for a month? How to stop failing at meal prep and how to enjoy the process. What podcasts does Luke recommend?

• What happens to your body if you drink 10 cans of a coke a day for a month

• The best tool to learn a new language

• How to learn in your sleep

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• How to stop failing at meal prep

  • Prep for only 2-3 days

  • Learn to love to cook

  • Make easy meals

• What podcasts you should be listening to right now

  • Jordan Harbinger Show

  • Ask Pat 2.0

  • Mind Pump

  • Joe Rogan Experience

  • Mini Course

  • Avatar Nutrition

So you want to start a podcast? Awesome! Podcasting has changed my life. Connecting with new people, strengthening relationships with old friends, and it's opened up doors to new opportunities that I never thought I would have. Here's my guide below on starting your podcast:

Designing A Podcast

Answer these questions first (3:55)

• Why is it important to you?
• Why should people listen?
• How are you helping your audience?

Speak to those who know you best (4:44)

• Does your idea make sense to them?
• Ask three people for their advice. 

Research Other Podcasts (6:40)

• Disaggregate how they host their podcast.

Podcast Structure (6:45)

• Introduction (Welcoming audience / introduction music)
• Overview (What's to come on the show)
• Sponsor Plug (if applicable)
• Body (Heart of the episode)
• Conclusion (Closing remarks, next time, call to action)

Podcast Episode Ideas/Topics (8:50)

• Writing down ideas on Notes app.

 Creating an Outline (9:50)

• Fill outline with Key words / phrases. 

Do a Trial Run (11:00)

• How did it come across?
• Any areas to improve?
• Any areas to expand?

Equipment (15:00)

Mic

• Audio-Technica ATR-2100

Optional (15:42):

• Boom Arm
• Wind/Noise Condenser

Software (16:10)

• Mac – Garageband
• PC or Mac – Zencastr
• PC – Audacity
• Soundcloud

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In this episode, we celebrate Iron University's birthday! The podcast is officially one year old! In this episode, we cover the story and how the idea of the podcast was born. We also go through the most downloaded episodes and their topics: how to use reflection to push past plateaus. how immersion equals success, how to make friends at the gym, and how everyone is wrong about motivation. We are looking forward to another year of helping you grow!

A big and heartfelt thank you for the guests who have been on the show this year:

• Matt Harmon
• Rebecca Camire
• Matt Bracegirdle
• Mike Witham

To learn more about the show, head over to:

ironuniversitypodcast.com

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Featuring guest, Rebecca Camire (NTP) from Refreshed Nutrition. Rebecca is a certified nutritional therapy practitioner, blogger, cook, and one of the most passionate people I know when it comes to healthy eating. This episode covers reading nutritional labels, micronutrients, clean eating, common questions, mindset, and her own philosophy on healthy eating.

What we discussed:

• Her inspirations for being healthy
• Her thoughts on human design
• What to watch out for with nutritional labels
• What it means to be a certified nutritional therapy practitioner
• What it means to eat clean
• Her most common questions from her clients
• Why micronutrients are essential
• How mindset is overlooked within eating
• Her philosophy of reset, refresh, and find balance
• How she came up with her recipes
• Her article called, 6 Things a Nutritionist Would Toss From Your Kitchen
• Why kids should learn to cook
• The first step to take to becoming healthier

Website: https://refreshednutrition.com/

Instagram: refreshed_nutrition

Facebook: Refreshed Nutrition

Check out today's sponsor: join.avatarnutrition.com/ironuniversity

Music by: hooksounds.com

Featuring guest, Matt Harmon from Yahoo Sports, reception perception, and Backyard Banter. Putting aside Matt's many accomplishments in the fantasy football world, Matt has an incredible story of how he has lost over a hundred pounds. This episode covers, creating a tangible plan, mindset, reflection, confidence, and how to make lasting changes.

What we discussed:

• His key takeaways from hosting Backyard Banter
• His evolving journey with his lifestyle changes from high school to adulthood
• How he created a game plan to put him on track
• How to change mindset with small steps
• How reflection was critical for his growth
• How he taught himself about nutrition and working out
• Overcoming his fears and life's challenges
• His #1 fantasy pick for next year

Instagram: mattharmon_byb

Twitter: mattharmon_byb

Music by: hooksounds.com

Check out today's sponsor: join.avatarnutrition.com/ironuniversity

On this episode, we covered 8 tips for effective job hunting. These 8 tips will become your strategies for applying and interviewing for jobs for the rest of your life. You can read the full article at ironuniversitypodcast.com.

What we discussed:

• Knowing what salary range to ask for
• Understanding the demographics in your area
• Updating your resume using a professional service
• How to make hiring managers come to you
• Why you should apply to jobs through LinkedIn
• Why you shouldn't being afraid of job preferences
• Demonstrating your knowledge in interviews
• How to practice for your interview

Mentioned websites:

https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm

https://www.topresume.com/

https://www.indeed.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/

https://www.lynda.com/

Today's sponsor is Avatar Nutrition. Learn how to make the foods you love work for your goals. You can join Avatar here: http://join.avatarnutrition.com/ironuniversity

Today's episode covers how the learning process can make or break your New Year's resolution. Listen to my six step process that will make 2019 your best year ever.

Website: https://ironuniversitypodcast.com/

Avatar: http://join.avatarnutrition.com/LukeHobson

Ryan Little: https://soundcloud.com/iamryanlittle

Nazar Rybak: https://hooksounds.com

Matt Bracegirdle (IG, Facebook) is the cohost of the Fit Men Movement podcast, a certified Insanity instructor, and the king of consistency with early morning workouts.

What we discussed:

• How he got to be the king of home workouts
• The power of an online community
• Building confidence and taking chances
• Hitting goals and having to set higher ones
• What it's like to host a podcast

Find all of the information here.

Music by Skellytn

What we discuss on today's episode:

• Why I disappeared for months
• The plateau effect
• Eating more calories
• Not eating enough protein
• Drinking water
• Rewarding yourself

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Music by Skellytn and Ryan Little

Mike Witham (IG, YouTube, FB) is a champion bodybuilder and creator of Fitness Diaries. Mike's life was saved by fitness and he now shares his passion with the world to inspire others.

What we discuss:

• His incredible background story
• How fitness saved his life
• How consistency and momentum are the keys to fitness and life
• How to find balance and patience
• How communication can take your health to the next level

Find all of the information here.

Music by Skellytn