The Mindset Forge

Shannon and Barton discuss how Improv works to help actors and non-actors listen more fully, build confidence, and practice being their most authentic selves. This episode is part one of their two part interview. 

Shannon Stott is a professinoal  improviser based in Austin, TX. She has been performing and teaching Improv to theater students and corporate clients since 2001. Shannon utilizes improv as a tool to change lives both on and off the stage, encouraging her students to carry these tools out of their theaters and into their workplaces and homes.

for more information about Shannon Stott, go to: https://shannonstott.com
or follow her on Social Media @Improvonandoffstage

How to connect with Barton:
Barton on Instagram @bartonguybryan
Podcast Website is:  https://www.podpage.com/the-mindset-forge-podcast/

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My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Patrick and Barton met in El Paso, TX for a workout and an interview back in November of 2021. Their conversation touch on how to have a Champion’s mindset prepping for a show and his take on “Cheat Meals”.  He also talks about training and eating for size versus training to be lean.
Patrick Martin grew up on a farm with two hardworking parents. He attributes his work ethic and “Farm Strength” to his parents and daily chores on the farm. 
Patrick won show after show leading up to earning his IFBB Pro Card in 2019 at the NPC Nationals in Miami, Florida.
Since then, he’s been working with Bodybuilding legend Flex Wheeler and they’ve decided to move up down Men’s Physique to Classic Physique Bodybuilding so he can keep his 6’2” 240 lbs physique and not have to diet down to meet the Men’s physique weight requirements.

Patrick’s next Pro IFBB bodybuilding Competition with be the Charlotte Pro in April 2022.

For more information on Patrick, follow him on
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To see interview from his Recent Miami show, click here: https://youtu.be/-sqWS_Nyfdc

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Jason and Barton discuss how to be coachable and develop a mindset of learning to be a great teammate and specialist.  Lessons on how practicing creates the confidence to keep shooting even when we miss.  That goes for basketball and in life. 

Jason Alan Kapono (born February 4, 1981) is an American former professional basketball player. He was the first NBA player to lead the league in three point field goal percentage in two consecutive seasons, and he also won the Three Point Contest twice (2007, 2008). He won an NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2006.

Kapono played for the UCLA Bruins. He was the first player in the school's history to earn first-team All-Pac 10  honors for four years and was also the first UCLA player to lead the team in scoring four straight years. Kapono began his NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers, who drafted him in the second round of the 2003 NBA Draft.  He later played in the NBA for the Charlotte Bobcats, Miami, Toronto Raptors,Philadelphia 76ers, and the LA Lakers.

Cleveland Cavaliers (2003–2004)

Kapono only played 41 games and started 3 in his first NBA season, although he led the team in three-point field goal percent at 47.7%. He averaged 3.5 PPG for his rookie campaign. He became an efficient 3pt shooter but was also good from the free-throw line, shooting 83% from the stripe. The Cavaliers finished the season 37–45 and missed the playoffs.

After his rookie season with Cleveland, he was selected by the Charlotte Bobcats in the 2004 expansion draft, where he increased his scoring average from 3.5 to 8.5 points per game. He also made the first block in Bobcats history. Kapono also increased his assist and rebound average this season, although his total FG% including 3pt% slightly declined. This was the Bobcats first ever season and the team was very young and had potential, although they were also inexperienced. The Bobcats finished the season with an 18–64 record and Kapono was a free agent.

Miami Heat (2005–2007)

Instead, he was signed as a free agent by the Miami Heat where he was part of the 2006 NBA championship team. His scoring took a toll as he had a lesser role on this elite team. His scoring average dropped down to 4.1 for the season, and he only played 51 games in the season. But he won his first and only championship with the Heat. In the 06-07 Season, Kapono's points-per-game average and minutes played significantly increased, and he led the league in 3-point percentage with 51%,, which is close to the all-time single-season three-point percentage record held by Kyle Korver (.536), and is the fourth best percentage in league season history. He averaged a career high in scoring, minutes, and rebounding. Kapono also won the Three Point Contest in the 2007 all star Weekend three-point shoot-out competition by defeating Dirk Novitski and Gilbert Areanas in the final round with a score of 24 points which tied Mark Price's record for most points in a final round of the three-point contest. The 2006–2007 season is greatly considered to be the greatest season of his career due to his accomplishments and statistics.

Links For Videos of Jason Kopono:
 
2007 NBA 3-point contest

https://youtu.be/Y9F7ak0kGCg

Jason's Game Highlights

https://youtu.be/-Mo4nviJnaM

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Podcast Website is:  https://www.podpage.com/the-mindset-forge-podcast/

Join the Mindset Forge Premium membership for $3 / month (Donor Level) or $150 / month for Coaching: https://themindsetforge.supercast.com

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

In this episode, Jeff and Barton discuss how he overcame so many obstacles to make the NFL and why he wrote the book "Tackle Life Head On".  Through his stories of never giving up on his dream of becoming a professional football player, we learn how his mindset helped him overcome asthma, foot issues, and more to make it to the NFL.  In the second part of the interview, Jeff talks about how the nineteen concussions over his professional career took their toll on his brain and has left him disabled. 

Jeffrey Matthew Ogden (born February 22, 1975) is a former American football wide receiver, kickoff and punt returner in the NFL  for the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins,  and Baltimore Ravens. He played college football at Eastern Washington University. 

Dallas Cowboys

Jeff Ogden  was signed as an un-drafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the 1998 NFL Draft.  He had some notable preseason performances, but never developed into a consistent wide receiver. In the regular season, he usually was the team's fifth receiver and played mostly on special teams, making 10 tackles (tied for sixth on the team). In 1999, he returned 12 kickoffs for a 21-yard average and made five special teams tackles.

In 2000, he was allocated to the Berlin Thunder of NFL Europe,  where he ranked fifth in the league with 44 receptions for 635 yards, despite missing the last two games with a sprained right foot. He also had 7 touchdowns, while helping the team finish with the league's best record (7-3) and winning World Bowl 2000.  He returned to the Cowboys with a sprained foot and later injured the left one, which caused him to miss most of training camp.  On August 22, he was traded to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a seventh round draft choice, which the team later used to select Peter Hunter.  

Miami Dolphins[

In 2000, he reunited with offensive coordinator Chan Galley, who was his head coach with the Dallas Cowboys and also found a niche as a returner. Against the Green Bay Packers, he returned a punt for an 81-yard touchdown, the third-longest punt return in team history.  He also finished the season with a league leading and franchise single-season record 17-yard punt return average.  In 2001, his 11.8-yard punt return average ranked eighth in the NFL.

He left as the Dolphins' all-time team leader in punt return average (13.7-yard) and third all-time in punt return yards (700 yards).

Baltimore Ravens

On September 10, 2002, he was signed by the Baltimore Ravens to play on special teams. He appeared in 3 games and was declared inactive in 10, while sharing punt return duties. He wasn't re-signed at the end of the season.

Ogden's most productive season as a wide receiver was in 1999, when he caught 12 passes for 144 yards in 10 games. He caught his only touchdown reception in 2001. He ended his professional career playing in 67 games, registering 28 receptions for 304 yards and one touchdown.

Jeff Ogden's new book: Tackle Life Head On can be found on Amazon or by going to http://www.LiveHeadOn.com

Connect with Jeff Ogden on Instagram @Jeffrey_ogden212

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

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For more notes from this episode, read JJ's Blog:  https://jjruescas.blog/2022/01/09/barton-guy-bryan/

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Email:  [email protected]

Website:  http://bartonguybryan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Barton is back with a new season of the Mindset Forge Podcast with more fascinating guests from the world of Sports & the Performing Arts.
Stay tuned for the first episode of season three this Feb. 2nd, 2022.

Connect with Barton!
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Barton on Instagram: @bartonguybryan

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Scottie Gillenwater has run hundreds of Obstacle Course Races over the last 4 years.  He competes in the "Elite" and "Age Group" divisions at Spartan, Conquer the Gauntlet, and Savage Races all over the country.  In 2020, right before the Covid-19 outbreak, he qualified to go to the OCR World Championships in Greece.   He shares his love of the OCR culture, his mindset before a race and how to run your best race. 

Scottie's Post at one year sober: Decided to post this on a #medalmonday....I've discussed this photo already, but figured I'd do it here. This photo means a lot to me in so many ways. I have looked at this everyday since I took it and cant believe I've been running OCR for barely 9 months, hit that podium in 6 months, and I've podiumed in my last 4 out of 5 races. Everyone of those medals represents another goal I achieved in finishing that race. It also is a symbol of how hard I've work on myself to stay off Alcohol....its been 13 months since I stopped drinking. I believe OCR has helped me with that like no other factor other then myself. I dont drink, cuz I have to train....I dont party late Friday and Saturday anymore as I usually have a race the next day. This has helped me in so many other factors in my life..work, relationships, and just overall mental health. Obstacle course racing has given me goals and things to strive for. I'm very happy I found this sport, and so glad the community has embraced me like it has. OCR has opened so many doors for me and I am forever grateful @mudrunguide @spartan @bonefrog_ @savagerace@thunderdash_5k_mudrun @terrainrace thank you for all you do

[01:45 Scottie explains what is Obstacle Course Racing?

[04:00] summary of differences between family oriented beginner races vs. Elite course

[07:30] The unique culture of obstacle course racing.

09:30]  Scottie’s “I run my race” mindset 

[11:20] Explanation of the Elite divisions of OCR. 

[12:50] Explaining the Bucket of Failure at the Savage Race

18:05] BoneFrog Elite race honoring fallen Navy Seals Soldiers 

[21:30] Why Scottie got into Obstacle Course Racing

[30:01] Story of the guy who gets stuck of an obstacle

[36:04] What’s next for Scottie in 2022? 

[41:05] Scottie’s perspective on the journey he’s been on and his purpose.

[43:00] Scottie talks mindset on the day of the race and his competitive edge.

[44:30] “Keep your pace, keep your race”

[46:30] What he learned from the failure he had at an OCR in Georgia.

[51:12] Recommendations to listeners who might want to try OCR - Do Pull Ups!

[53:40] Outro and Mantra Labs sponsor - a great stocking stuffer. 

Connect with Scottie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottie_g413

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Mark Zupan's mental toughness and a competitive drive to be his best self helped his overcome a broken neck and end up being the best quad rugby player in the world in 2008.   Grit is the word that best defines the journey of Mark Zupan.  An eighteen year old collegiate soccer player who played hard and partied harder got throw from a truck and ended up waking up in a ditch  hanging on to his life by a branch.    His paralyzing neck injury forced him to start his life over and literally learn everything over again:  how to eat, pee, and get around in a chair.  He recounts how he  was surrounded by great friends, loving parents  who helped him overcome the rehabilitation process.  And it was his mental toughness  kept him fighting for the opportunity to get his life back.  And then he found Quad-Rugby.   His world changed when he had a competitive outlet for his will to be his best.  Mark's live is all about pushing the limits and in doing so, he led the USA Men's Quad-Rugby team to win a bronze medal in 2004 and Gold in 2008 in Beijing, China. 

About Mark Zupan:
After his accident, Zupan graduated from Georgia Tech, became a two-time quad rugby national champion, the 2004 quad rugby player of the year. He was a member of the bronze medal-winning U.S. team at the 2004 Paralympic Games  and the gold medal-winning team at the 2008 Games. He is a resident of Dripping Springs, TX.

When asked if he would "turn back the clock on that day", Zupan answered "No, I don't think so. My injury has led me to opportunities and experiences and friendships I would never have had before. And it has taught me about myself. In some ways, it's the best thing that ever happened to me."

After a soccer game on October 14, 1993, Zupan got drunk with teammates at a bar and then crawled into the back of friend Chris Igoe's truck to sleep. Some time later Igoe left the bar unaware that Zupan was asleep in the back. Driving drunk, Igoe spun out and Zupan was thrown from the pickup bed, over a fence, and into a canal, where he held onto a branch for 14 hours until being discovered by a passerby.[1] He went into hypothermia and became paralyzed as a result of the accident. Zupan has incomplete quadriplegia and is able to walk for short distances with crutches.[2]

He was also in the movie Jackass II in a skit called "Lake Jump", where his wheelchair was rigged up with carbon monoxide tanks and pushed off a ramp by Chris Pontius.  Before taking off, the tanks triggered, launching him off of the ramp and into the lake.

 About Murderball: 

Murderball is a 2005 American documentary film about athletes who are physically disabled who play wheelchair rugby.  It centers on the rivalry between the Canadian and U.S Teams leading up to the 2004 Paralympic Games.

Links:
(Mark is not on Social Media)

Murderball Trailer: https://youtu.be/AmvXbrrOAkU
Mark's Book "Gimp" https://bit.ly/30PsqX0

Connect with Barton!
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Barton on Instagram: @bartonguybryan

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Andrew Samonsky explains how he became a leading man on broadway.  His struggles with substance abuse in high school and college led him to go to rehab.  While there, his voice teacher sent him a letter that would change his life forever.  The main focus of their discussion is around the parallels with developing his physical singing voice and his authentic. "artistic voice".   His perspective can be helpful to any aspiring actor and singer hoping to one day make in in show business.
After getting an ensemble role in Broadway's revival of South Pacific, he got a call that the leading man got sick and it was time for Andrew to seize the moment and play the lead role of Lt. Cable. 

Andrew Samonsky most recently appeared on the First National Tour of Come From Away as Kevin T.  Prior to that he played Tadeusz Lempicki in the world premiere of Lempicka at Williamstown Theater Festival.  He has appeared on Broadway as Neville Landless in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Kenneth Ormisten in Scandalous, and Lt. Cable in the Tony award winning revival of South Pacific, where he was also seen in the Live From Lincoln Center PBS broadcast.  He played Robert Kincaid in the national tour of The Bridges of Madison County. Andrew was nominated for a Drama Desk award for his portrayal of Frank Russell in the Off-Broadway production of Michael John LaChuisa's Queen of the Mist and appeared in the New York City Center Encores! productions of Fiorello! and Merrily We Roll Along.  He has originated roles in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Captain Phoebus, Paper Mill Playhouse and La Jolla Playhouse, American premiere). Benny & Joon (Benny, Old Globe Theater), Somewhere in Time (Richard, Portland Center Stage), Tales of the City (Beauchamp, ACT), Little Miss Sunshine (Joshua, La Jolla Playhouse), and Disney's On the Record (Nick, First National Tour). Cast recordings include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Queen of the Mist, Scandalous, On the Record, and Merrily We Roll Along. He's been a soloist with symphonies across the country, including the New York Philharmonic and Boston Pops. His TV and film credits include Madame Secretary, Elementary.

[02:10] - Andrew discusses how a letter he received from his voice teacher changed the course of his life.

[10:00] - Studying Classical Voice at Cal State University at Northridge and why he shifted focus to Theatre.

[15:55] - How his voice teacher at UC Irvine helped him find his high notes and changed his voice.

[22:30] - Clip of Andrew singing duet from Bridges of Madison County

[23:24] - Andrew talks about being in New York City and working with Craig Cornelius on truthful acting for singers. 

[30:25]- Andrew discusses his first Broadway show and how he embraced the moment and stepped into the lead role of Lt. Cable in "Previews".

[39:30] - The magic of doing the work and letting go of the result and letting the instincts and authenticity show up. 

Connect with Andrew!
Andrew on Instagram: @asamonsky
Youtube Video of Andrew singing Man of La Mancha: https://youtu.be/pB1XhZtQ3dE
Youtube Video of Andrew singing Bridges of Madison County: https://youtu.be/k14YagE6_B4

Connect with Barton!
Barton’s Links: https://linktr.ee/Bartonguybryan
Barton on Instagram: @bartonguybryan

More about Mantra Labs:
Mantra Labs Website: https://gomantralabs.com/
25% Discount Code: MINDSETFORGE

Email:  [email protected]

Website:  http://bartonguybryan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru 

Top strength and conditioning coach Phil Daru explains the mindset of an mixed martial arts (MMA)  fighter,  details around training  Dustin Poirier and other top UFC athletes, and much more.  In this episode, Phil talks about his days as a professional MMA fighter, how he works with athletes to make sure they are in top condition for performing at the highest level, and even how Phil as a public figure uses shadowboxing as a way to get into a flow state before speeches.  Barton and Phil even discuss how he works with taller athletes. 

Phil Daru is a world renowned strength and conditioning coach and is the founder of Daru Strong, a brand dedicated to helping one’s performance, life, longevity, personal growth, and becoming the best versions of themselves. Phil also owns and operates the Daru Strong Performance Center in Boca Raton, Florida. Phil has worked with some of the most elite athletes and fighters in the world such as: Joanna Jedrzejczyk, Dustin Poirier, Jr. Dos Santos, King Mo Lawal, Tecia Torres, Colby Covington and over 80 Pro fighters each week. Phil’s resume also includes World renowned celebrities, NFL players, World Champion Boxers, UFC fighters and Olympic athletes. For over 10 years, Phil has been training the top athletes because of his ability to improve performance such as power, strength, speed, agility, mobility, and endurance.

Outline of the Episode:

[01:58]  How to get punched in the face and not let is derail your game plan in a fight and in life.

[08:47]  Phil talks about his professional MMA fighting career

[13:29]  Mantra Labs advertisement

[14:35] How his concussion while sparing forced Phil to choose between his fighting career and his longterm health. 

[17:48] Importance of not having "yes men" around you at work or as an athlete.

[19:00] Working with Dustin Poirier and the positive impact of his loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov.

[27:47] When Phil Learned that shadowboxing before presentations helps him body and mind achieve a "flow-state" where we can communicate with much more clarity. 

[34:12]  Phil discusses Mobility vs. flexibility and how important strengthening muscles at their end range of mobility is crucial for injury prevention in fighting and sport in general. 

[41:30] Phil's perspective on training tall athletes and what to look for with their balance, core strength, mobility, etc.  

[45:47]  Phil's thoughts on being a father and his role in leading his kids. 

[51:05] Phil discusses Daru Strong Coaches Conference and how people can engage with him on Instagram, YouTube, or his podcast The Daru Strong Podcast. 

Resources:

Phil's Instagram; @darustrong

Phil's website: https://darustrong.com/

Phil's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/PhilDaruStrong

Ghost Strong Equipment: https://ghoststrong.com

Vivo Barefoot Shoes: https://www.vivobarefoot.com/
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Connect with Barton!

Barton’s Links: https://linktr.ee/Bartonguybryan

Barton on Instagram: @bartonguybryan

Email:  [email protected]

Website:  http://bartonguybryan.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonguybryan

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindsetforgechannel

My 3 Top Episodes of the first 100: 

7 Essentials to Building Muscle after 40 
3x Olympic Gold Medalist Brendan Hansen 
MMA Strength and Conditioning Coach Phil Daru