We’ll Take it From Here with Joe

This week, I come in hot with a three-way talk with my boys and veteran guests, Phil McEntee and Timmy Davis. As the title implies, this conversation went deep and was filled with intriguing dialogue. Phil and Timmy are intellects who view the world from an interesting point of view. There is a lot of great conversations and lessons in this episode, along with funny banter. Oh, and if you stay until the end, you'll get a great rant about where we think the world is headed.

This week, I talk about the power in not giving up and doing your best. I also speak about the power in not giving a crap about what others think about your progress. Those who criticize your honest work tend to project their own insecurities. Stay positive, do your best, and don't give up on your dreams.

Last week, I gave you a badass 4-hour conversation with my boy, Timmy. This week, I keep it short with a solo, however this episode is important. Once again, I come back to the mind and how crucial it is to take control of your thoughts and to eliminate the victim mindset. This episode stemmed from some instances that occurred in which people took their negative circumstances, cried victim, and made their situations worse. I obviously do not share details as they are not my stories to tell, but the theme remains. We are in control of our lives and must always act accordingly.

This weekend, I record from my boy, Timmy Davis's, garage on the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend. Even though this episode will drop a couple of weeks after the holiday, I still want to thank all the service men and women, who sacrificed their lives for the people of the United States of America. I also want to thank Timmy for inviting me to his home because it provided for a relaxed environment, where we chatted, smoked cigars, and drank Scotch. Timmy first appeared on episode 119, so listen to that one for more about him. Today, we converse about life, society, deep personal stories, dogs, politics, hobbies, goals, and conspiracy theories (I can already see the eyes rolling on some of you). These are fun conspiracies that will make you think; for instance, Timmy's theory about the moon landing is simple yet genius. We spoke for four hours, which is a record for this show! Let's see who has the stamina. Enjoy!

This week, I welcome back my boy, Mike Amore. Mike first joined us on episode 70, which was fifty-three weeks ago to be exact. In that episode, Mike introduced himself and gave us an understanding of how he got his start in fighting. Today, we spoke about his growth during this one-year time span. Mike recounts his trip to Thailand where he had the opportunity to train with the top Muay Thai coaches and immerse himself in the culture. We dive pretty deep into his mental growth and attitude towards life, which I hope will resonate with you all. This episode will have you reflecting on your own life and understanding your strengths and weaknesses. Really loved kicking it back again with Mike and I know you will too.

This week I am joined by Veteran and Founder of Abrusci's Coffee, Sean Abrusci. Sean and I share a mutual friend who I am grateful was able to connect us. Sean is vibrant and constantly improving in all aspects of his life. We discussed a variety of topics from his time in the Marines, working in narcotics with the DEA, his non-profit adventure in Ethiopia, and life as an entrepreneur. Despite Sean's different paths, one ideology holds true which is finding work. Sean is a big proponent of holding yourself accountable and executing the task at hand. This mindset has allowed him to achieve success in his endeavors and grow as an individual. Please see below for where you can support Sean's company and enjoy the show:

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This week, I am joined by my friend Billy Van Dyke. Billy and I met at Pure MMA and train together on a weekly basis. Billy is currently one of the amateur fighters out of our gym with aspirations of going professional. Growing up, Billy competed in football, lacrosse, wrestling, fighting, and also enjoyed extreme sports such as snowboarding and dirt biking. We spoke about MMA, BJJ, mindset, his adventures growing up, conspiracies, and a lot more. Billy drops a lot wisdome in this episode so listen carefully! Enjoy.

This week, I record late in the evening from my bed which was a nice change of scenery. Two events occurred during the day that I felt were great topics to talk about. The focus of the show is: 1) channeling your energy to utilize negative circumstances to your advantage, and 2) always going above and beyond to get better and test your limits. The latter portion came up after rolling with my friend, Dustin from Pure MMA. Speaking of Pure, I also give a shoutout to all the fighters and coaches who put on a phenomenal show at the MMA Pro League event this past Saturday. We love you guys and you're a bunch of savages.

This week, I discuss what's on my mind with the intention of motivating you guys and sparking some self-reflection. I speak about what I am proud of and where I can improve based on the past few months. While listening, I challenge you to reflect on your achievements and areas that need work. I also give my opinion on healthy competition and how to be the best. Always take responsibility of your actions and inactions.

This week, I focus on two topics that I believe needed to be addressed. To start off, I reiterate the importance of being in control of your thoughts and believing in yourself, and I give examples from my recent, personal experiences. Lastly, I address the importance of trying new activities in life and how doing so can liberate you mind and body. For me, it's getting my boating license and learning how to operate a boat! Let's have some fun in life and not always stress over every little thing. Enjoy!