The Simple Life with Gary Collins

As some of you know, I have been planning this episode for a long time. This is one of the few times I have lost sleep on how to address an incredibly important topic that no one seems to want to tackle. I consider this episode to be one of the most important I have ever done. Will some misinterpret the information in this episode? Yes. But I don’t care, I’m going to say what I have to say. In order to soften it a bit, I bring on Rob Kendall, to keep it fair and balanced and not just a “Gary Rant.”

Rob Kendall joins me again on the show and we discuss the False Prophets in society today. Who are they? How do they destroy our lives by us believing their BS?

Miriam Weaver and Rob Kendall, or Mock ‘N Rob, are heard live in central Indiana Monday through Friday from 9 am to noon. Mock is co-founder of The Chicks On The Right, and Rob was the youngest elected official in Hendricks County when he won a seat on the Brownsburg Town Council. Every day they boil down a complicated world with passionate conversation and a wicked sense of humor. It’s the stories you need to know more about and the stories other media hope you miss entirely. No topic is taboo and no public figure gets a pass!

Topics Discussed:

Why and how the False Prophets are destroying society and our lives

Rob’s view and thoughts of today’s False Prophets

Examples of today’s False Prophets and how they trick us into thinking they really care and live the principles the prescribe

Understanding humans fascination with “idol worshipping”

How politicians constantly play the part of savior when they are actually a False Prophet

Why pro athletes are a terrible source of inspiration for bettering your life

Why it is so important to get your information from the people who have experience in what you are trying to learn

Why you should never get life advice from a celebrity

Episode Resources:

Mock N’ Rob Show: https://www.wibc.com/show/mock-n-rob/

Other Appearance by Rob on Podcast: https://www.thesimplelifenow.com/robert-kendall-critical-race-theory-101/

https://thesimplelifenow.com/ep-125-robert-kendall-why-today-there-is-no-difference-between-republicans-and-democrats/

The Simple Life Website: https://www.thesimplelifenow.com

Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://www.thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Welcome to another episode of "Ask Gary Anything." This is where you, the audience, get to send in your questions about anything, and I will answer them. That is right, you heard it... anything, because that is how I roll! On occasion, I will pick listener questions and answer them on the air.

If you want to have your question(s) considered, simply fill out the contact form on my website www.thesimplelifenow.com, or better yet become a member of "The Simple Life Insider's Circle" link is at the bottom of the show notes. Today, we have some great questions:

* (Adam) What drove you start your podcast?* (Martin) can you briefly go over suggestions and thoughts on how to stay focused and disciplined.  working towards overcoming procrastination. and maybe touch on how to avoid starting to many hobbies, or projects, at the same time and not following through with any of them.* (Jamila) Why did you move to Arizona of all the states in the USA? (Apart from the weather because it’s not the only one with a hot climate.)

Episode Resources:

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Are we living in a time where the "False Prophets" have completely overrun our ability to think clearly and pursue the truth? I believe so. So what do we do about it? Today, I'm joined by a very dear friend and podcast associate, Judah Friedman, producer of The World According to Ben Stein. We dig into this topic and dissect why the "truth" has become a dirty word that just might get you canceled by the anti-truth nob.

Bite Size Chunks of Who Judah Is:

* A Writer * Podcast Personality* Bred in a Brooklyn now California Living* Breaking the Jewish Stereotype* Youtube The Word According to Ben Stein. Aka/Ben Stein’s Boswell! Apple Podcast The World According To Ben Stein

Topics Discussed:

* Why has the truth and being honest become so controversial today* Is “fake until you make it” really the motto you should be following* Why following what is considered “normal” today is not normal* Why dishonest people seem to never be punished today* How The World According to Ben Stein is different and fights against the anti-truth mob* Why you should not get life advice from celebrities and politicians* Why that 80 year old lady down the street has more to offer in wisdom than Oprah* Why talking heads are just talking heads* Why politicians are just lazy criminals

Episode Resources:

Prior episodes Judas has been a guest on:

https://thesimplelifenow.com/judah-friedman-is-it-time-for-a-shadow-government/

https://thesimplelifenow.com/e85-dating-as-an-alfa-male-in-a-beta-world/

The World According to Ben Stein Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-according-to-ben-stein/id1540015480

The World According to Ben Stein Youtube live Tues, Thurs, Sat 7PM PST: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1nfcI4QIP262AoNNCwUlYQ 

The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Welcome to another episode of "Ask Gary Anything." This is where you, the audience, get to send in your questions about anything, and I will answer them. That is right, you heard it... anything, because that is how I roll! On occasion, I will pick listener questions and answer them on the air.

If you want to have your question(s) considered, simply fill out the contact form on my website www.thesimplelifenow.com, or better yet become a member of "The Simple Life Insider's Circle" link is at the bottom of the show notes. Today, we have some great questions:

1. Are you into crypto currencies? 

2. How important would you say it is for Parents to expose their Children to the outdoors? Things such as camping, fishing, hunting, backpacking, etc. To add on to this, what is your personal favorite outdoor hobby?

3. We own a property we would like to develop, we are concerned will the property be there when we are able to develop it? Should we jump and develop what we can now? Is our government going to basically steal our dream and take our property?

Episode Resources:

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Today, I have a very special guest, and fellow regular guest on The World According to Ben Stein Show; Robert Kendall of Indianapolis Radio Station 93WIBC. Rob dissects why he believes today there is no difference between the Black hats (Democrats) and White Hats (Republicans).

Miriam Weaver and Rob Kendall, or Mock ‘N Rob, are heard live in central Indiana Monday through Friday from 9 am to noon. Mock is co-founder of The Chicks On The Right, and Rob was the youngest elected official in Hendricks County when he won a seat on the Brownsburg Town Council. Every day they boil down a complicated world with passionate conversation and a wicked sense of humor. It’s the stories you need to know more about and the stories other media hope you miss entirely. No topic is taboo and no public figure gets a pass!

Topics Discussed:

* A bit about Rob and his super popular radio show Mock N’ Rob* Rob’s perspective of our political strife today as a former politician * How Rob came to his philosophy of Black and White Hats representing Republicans and Democrats* When he believes the line between the differences of Democrats and Republicans became blurred* He explains how both sides spend like drunken sailors, but continue to blame the other side* Why picking sides is futile and why we need true Independents to solve the problem* We go way off topic at the end, but you need to listen to find out what we discussed

Episode Resources:

* Mock N’ Rob Show: https://www.wibc.com/show/mock-n-rob/

* Other Appearance by Rob on Podcast: https://thesimplelifenow.com/robert-kendall-critical-race-theory-101/

* The World According to Ben Stein Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-according-to-ben-stein/id1540015480

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

As most of you know, I don't beat around the bush; I give it to you straight. With that being said, as with any changes you make in life, there is a downside. It isn't all roses and butterflies living The Simple Life. Comparably to the day to day of "normal" American life, the downside isn't all that bad. We simple lifers have had many discussions over the years about how things definitely change once you go down this road. Today I want to address some of the struggles and changes you will experience, as the more you know, the more you grow! 

Topics Discussed:

* What living The Simple Life really means* How as you dive deeper into The Simple Life you will experience profound changes* Why change is good* Why struggle and introspection builds character* Why so few these days pursue a simpler life* You are part of a small group of go getters so embrace it* Why pushing The Simple Life on others isn’t such a good idea* Getting used to being the real you

Episode Resources:

* Special Coupon for Purchasing The Simple Life Journal Products: tsljournal10

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Today, I want to address a negative review and comment on iTunes. Usually, I don't give these the time of day, but this one hit a nerve, because of the false information it contained. Instead of providing an honest review of what they didn't like about the episode, this individual distorts the topics and what I talked about to fit their negative thinking. I will dissect this review to show why I believe people like this are destroying this country and have no place in The Simple Life community.

See Negative iTunes Review Below:

Fudo 77 “Episode 119 is a tire fire, and resembles an audio version of a FB rant filmed by a goateed guy in his car. It’s a great subject to cover (smartphone addiction), but this guy serves from the price of his toilet to NBA/BLM to Hispanic people on smartphones to women in the gym. He so wants to say women are worse, but can’t find the stats to.”

To leave “nice” reviews go to my iTunes podcast page here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simple-life-with-gary-collins/id1479302777

Topics Discussed:

* Why people (losers in life) feel the need to leave negative reviews* I dissect what this individual is really in this review, and a lot about themselves* Why I have an easy way to send emails to me to say what you really feel about me or what I do* Why I will never shy away from the topics that need to be discussed* Cowards leave personally attacking negative reviews don’t be one of them* Why we have become a country of victims and if you don’t agree with them you are a racist, sexist, homophobe* Why it is important for us “simple life” folk to start our own businesses and run for public office

Episode Resources:

* Special Coupon for Purchasing The Simple Life Journal Products: tsljournal10

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Welcome to another episode of "Ask Gary Anything." This is where you, the audience, get to send in your questions about anything, and I will answer them. That is right, you heard it... anything, because that is how I roll! On occasion, I will pick listener questions and answer them on the air.

If you want to have your question(s) considered, simply fill out the contact form on my website www.thesimplelifenow.com, or better yet become a member of "The Simple Life Insider's Circle" link is at the bottom of the show notes.

Today, we have some great questions:

* What are your personal favorite podcasts that you would recommend to listeners of your show?  * My question for you is if you would be posting new videos to your YouTube channel as you work to create your vision for your new property? * How do you think your jobs in the government have changed you? 

Episode Resources:

* Special Coupon for Purchasing The Simple Life Journal Products: tsljournal10

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

How do you avoid cluttering your life with useless items during the prime time of the American consumerism bonanza we call--The Christmas Holidays?

As some of you know, I recently rebooted my life by selling most of my belonging and moving to another state. Even though I wrote a book about decluttering that doesn't mean I'm exempt from the "too much stuff" bug biting me. I'm going through a pretty extensive decluttering process at the moment, and I thought there is no better time than the Christmas Holidays to tackle this subject. 

We know that our culture is dominated by "consumerism," but that doesn't mean you have to be a gold star member of the "cult of clutter."

In this episode, I discuss my current experience with downsizing and decluttering my lifestyle. I go over valuable tips and tricks to stop the clutter madness even during the holiday season.  

Topics Discussed:

* What does decluttering your life really mean

* How I found, I had acquired too many things and needed another round of major decluttering

* How to figure out what items are important, and what items need to go

* Why life is about relationships and memories not things

* How to deal with the emotional attachments you have with your stuff

* A step-by-step process of decluttering and how to avoid buying useless stuff

* How to live the life you want free from clutter

* The difference between things you need and things you want

Episode Resources:

* Special Coupon for Purchasing The Simple Life Journal Products: tsljournal10

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

As a lot of you know, I like to observe not hear some dumb pundit vomit words out of their mouth. When it comes to women and their addiction to their phone screens, I have noticed that no one is discussing this issue. Well, after almost getting killed last week a couple of times from women texting/talking on their phone (phone to their ear) while driving, I have had enough. As a matter of fact, I have lost count of how many car accidents I have had to avoid by such stupidity in the last five years.

So here comes another Gary Rant! I don't think it is a surprise that most Americans are addicted to their smartphone. Actually, it is pretty much a global problem, but in the good old USA, we always like to be number one with most addictions of stupidity. But over the last five years, I have noticed American women can't seem to get that small box of stupid away from their face no matter what. And it appears age is not a factor; even blue-haired old ladies seem to love their smartphones. 

Topics Discussed:

* Our addiction to smartphones is completely out of control

* Some statistics that will make your head explode

* Why it seems this addiction is affecting women more than men

* Why maybe while your at the gym you should actually workout instead of updating social media and taking selfies.

* There is nothing so important on your phone that you must try and kill me while being on it while driving

* Is the average American woman truly addicted to their smartphone

* Do you really need a smartphone

Episode Resources:

* Special Coupon for Purchasing The Simple Life Journal Products: tsljournal10

* The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com 

*Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/