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Craig Bongelli, a former strongman and coach, shares his journey from a skinny teen to a 320-pound strongman, discussing extreme eating habits and the toll on his health. Reflecting on military disappointment, he redefined his goals and found inspiration in Louis Simmons at Westside Barbell. They explore self-criticism's impact on holistic progress and the importance of delayed gratification. Bongelli highlights Simmons's mentorship, inviting listeners to engage online for more insights on strength training and life.

1:51 Transforming from a Skinny Teen to a Pro Strongman

6:55 The Challenges of Bulking and Long-Term Progress

19:13 Reevaluating Life Goals and Personal Transformation

28:49 Embracing the Philosophy of Trying Harder

38:08 The Conjugate Methodology: A New Approach to Training

49:00 Taking Responsibility: The Key to Transformation

54:44 Prioritizing Values: Living in Congruence

56:38 Embracing Responsibility: The Path to Empowerment

In this episode, Brent and Tony reflect on their podcasting journey as they approach episode 20. They discuss topics ranging from entrepreneurship challenges to personal growth, sprinkled with humor and inspiring stories. The Fun Guys express their gratitude to listeners, and share an engaging blend of personal and professional insights.
0:00:27 Update on Business Progress
0:01:07 Naming the Listeners
0:01:39 Celebrating Chinese New Year
0:03:09 Starting Work at closers.io
0:05:22 Common Mistakes in Sales Funnels
0:07:14 Success in Entrepreneurship: Persistence and Action
0:10:22 Overcoming Uncertainty in Pursuit of Success
0:12:27 Dealing with Challenges and Pushing Forward
0:15:26 Exposure to Graphic Content on Social Media
0:17:42 Instagram's Strategy and Speech Suppression
0:21:25 Surrounding Yourself with Entrepreneurial Energy
0:34:55 Initial Impressions of Miami
0:42:04 Committing to the 20-Week Challenge

Jose Moralejo, founder of Freedom Mastery shares with Brent and Tony his personal growth journey, sales experience, and how he created such a unique coaching program. Jose dives into what the Freedom Mastery program consists of and all the three talk about touch on spirituality's authenticity and the importance of processing emotions today. Reflecting on Western luxuries and basic needs, they explore chakras and emotional mastery for true consciousness ascension. 

0:01:18 Discovering Freedom Mastery

0:04:06 From Sales Success to Freedom Mastery

0:09:20 Uncovering Life's True Calling

0:11:18 Balancing Artistry and Business

0:16:55 Navigating Masculine and Feminine Dynamics

0:20:19 Tools for Embracing Emotions

0:31:54 Importance of Emotional Mastery

0:42:21 The Journey to Self-Mastery

Join Brent and Tony as they chat with Colton Kuhn, owner of BlueTac Security, about his entrepreneurial journey. They talk about his challenges, successful moments like landing Nike as a client, scaling the business, and his visions for launching privatized police departments. Colton also touches on environmental issues, taxation strategies, and his move from Oregon to Florida. You’ll also hear his insights from a transformative magic mushroom retreat and emphasizes personal growth in business and life.

Jarrod Cardona aka “The Crazy Trainer” joins Brent and Tony in this episode to discuss the transformation of his coaching style, from pushing people to their limits to adopting a healthier approach. Jarrod shares his passion for unconventional fitness and using tools like sandbags and kettlebells. He also explains the importance of movement, posture, and strength, both for physical appearance and emergency situations. Jarrod, Brent, and Tony all express their concerns about the undermining of strength for men in society. You can find Jarrod as "The Crazy Trainer" on Instagram and YouTube, and at Onnit Gym.

0:00:04 Who is Jarrod Cardona?

0:03:13 The passion and intensity in Jarrod’s classes

0:10:17 Transitioning from bodybuilding to unconventional functional fitness training.

0:13:55 Discovering and mastering the "muscular G-spots" in movement.

0:16:11 Introduction to sandbags, kettlebells, and other unconventional training tools.

0:21:20 Healthy Form of Bullying for Men's Growth

0:24:08 A Shift in Perspective and Doing It for Himself

0:32:38 Jarrod’s Training Schedule

0:37:39 Training Load, Recovery, and Advice for Training Enthusiasts

0:46:30 Keeping Training Sessions Interesting and Stimulating

0:47:39 Diving into new training modalities and connective tissue work

In this episode, Heidi Scheck shares her journey from tattooing to becoming a fitness coach. She discusses her experience with fitness programs, challenges in the tattooing industry, and why she decided to transition into coaching. Heidi highlights the importance of setting realistic goals, understanding fitness basics, and embracing uncomfortable emotions. 

0:00:04 Introduction and background on fitness journey

0:05:37 Transitioning from tattooing to fitness journey begins

0:08:25 Working at Onnit and reminiscing about starting tattooing

0:12:02 Challenges and sacrifices in the tattooing industry

0:16:07 Incorporating Body Work and Self-Care as a Tattoo Artist

0:19:10 Transitioning from Tattooing to Coaching

0:21:57 Making the Decision to Leave the Tattooing Industry

0:30:38 Empowering Women in the Fitness Space

0:42:11 Weight Training as a Catalyst for Healing and Understanding Developmental Trauma

0:49:21 Profound Somatic Experiences in Austin

0:52:28 Embracing Pain and Imposter Syndrome

0:55:13 The Power of Observing Thoughts and Emotions

In this episode, Tony and Brent speak with Veronica Max from Ultra Personal Healthcare who shares her approach to holistic and functional medicine. We discuss the flaws of the traditional healthcare system, the importance of taking personal responsibility for health, and the benefits of aligning with natural cycles for optimal well-being. Visit UltraPersonal.Healthcare for more information.

0:03:05 Veronica’s Journey to Living on Land and Starting a Practice

0:05:50 The Importance of Sovereignty in Health and Responsibility

0:08:29 Recognizing the Power of Choice in Healthcare Decisions

0:13:03 The Community Aspect and Relapse Prevention

0:23:01 Childhood Trauma and Self-Reflection

0:29:38 The Role of Western Medicine and Alternative Approaches

0:32:17 Different Approaches to Addressing Thyroid Issues

0:36:00 Importance of sunlight and darkness for circadian rhythms

0:42:26 Limitations of Traditional Alzheimer's Treatment

0:45:58 The Role of Sunlight and Darkness in Hormone Health

0:51:30 The Benefits of Shopping at Farmers Markets

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In this episode, we welcome Joie Roberts back for her second appearance along with her business partner Jamie Davidson. We all discuss our experiences at an Amazon event and the opportunities we see in the e-commerce industry. Joie and Jamie share their insights on selling on Amazon, emphasizing the importance of inventory management and building a strong brand. We touch on trademarks, patents, and the potential for business exits. They also announce our upcoming software launch and express their interest in buying and selling brands. Throughout the conversation, we cover the value of partnerships, resilience, and problem-solving in entrepreneurship. 

0:00:04 Introductions and Background of Jamie and Joie

0:02:30 Jamie's Role: Scaling Businesses on Amazon

0:06:56 The Early Days of Selling on Amazon: The Wild West

0:18:00 Lessons learned: Don't scale too fast and manage inventory properly.

0:22:16 Importance of Inventory Management in E-commerce

0:29:35 Importance of Trademarks and Patents for Brand Protection

0:31:57 Consulting on Purchases and Acquisitions

0:33:41 The Importance of Predictability and Reward in Entrepreneurship

0:34:14 Launching a Software for Amazon Sellers

0:42:29 Different Personalities, but a Strong Partnership

0:45:17 Finding support and inspiration in the entrepreneurial journey

0:48:08 Embracing stress and problem-solving as an entrepreneur

0:52:31 Direct Access and Customized Coaching for Success

0:55:14 Entrepreneurship as a Team Sport and Building Brands

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Kevin Kunze and Kevin Pak, the masterminds behind FBA Boss Academy, to uncover invaluable insights into building and scaling Amazon stores. From investing in education to product launches, mindset shifts on money, morning routines, and team building - this conversation is a goldmine of entrepreneurial wisdom.

Visit FBA Boss Academy: https://fbabossacademy.com/

Chapters:

0:00:04 Intense Smelling Salts Kickstart the Episode

0:01:09 Introduction and gratitude for FBA Boss saving their Amazon stores.

0:08:12 Discussion about sales patterns throughout the year.

0:08:49 Initial Failed Product Launches

0:12:47 Starting an Amazon Business: Capital and Knowledge Requirements

0:19:03 Understanding ACoS and ROAS in PPC Advertising

0:26:23 Understanding Cost per Click and Differentiating Keywords

0:30:06 Notable Changes at $20,000 and $100,000 Monthly Income

0:38:04 Money changes confidence, perspective, and relationships

0:46:31 Evolving FBA Boss & Expanding Services

0:53:18 The Value of Helping Others Get Rich

1:00:43 The King and the Peasants: Valuing Opinions

1:03:07 The Debate: Morning Routines - Value or Waste of Time?

1:14:01 Challenges in Hiring and the Need for a VA

1:17:35 Outro.