In a genuine attempt at greater understanding, familiar co-hosts Andy Rickles and Rob Kreitlein join Zen Sammich to discuss transgenderism in sports, among other things. Admittedly, three unqualified white guys earnestly discuss our perceptions in an effort for better understanding and compassion, as well as definitions of what it might mean for someone to be "non-binary."

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Expectations are a form of attachment, and attachments lead to suffering. Turn off your expectations. Instead, take the advice of Warren Zevon, who was terminally ill when asked about what he had learned about life: "Enjoy every sandwich."

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After working for five years in television at Sky News and BT Sport in London, as well as having written for publications such as The Times and The Huffington Post, his debut book entitled, (Just As Well) It's Not About The Bike, is out now.

One can imagine people told him he was crazy to leave his job and his girlfriend behind to jump on the cheapest bike he could find and peddle across Spain. After a series of mishaps including one that almost sparked a mountain rescue mission, it would appear they were right.

Part sporting travelogue, part political history, the book follows Chris’s 1,300km route from Valencia to Gibraltar. En route, he travels through Spain’s most picturesque towns.

Along the way he learned about the region’s history, from the time four hydrogen bombs fell over Spain, to the politician who shot General Franco’s daughter in the bottom yet rose to become one of the country’s most powerful men. Chris also meets an array of eccentric characters such as the man who lives in a cave and the Airbnb host who admitted strangling her previous guest.

You can find out more about his story and book here:

https://chrisatkinonline.com/

Or buy the book directly here:

https://www.amazon.com/Just-Well-Its-About-Bike-ebook/dp/B092RHPZ93/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=chris+atkins+just+as+well+not+about+the+bike&qid=1621757824&sr=8-1

Follow Chris on Twitter: @chrisjat

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Ever get overwhelmed? Too many projects going on at once? Often we try to lean in and tackle everything only to face burn out, frustration and stress. Instead, try to "lean back," and go forward with steady deliberation and ease. You just might get more done and be happier through the process.

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A candid conversation with Deborah Driggs about her remarkable life so far. From an elite figure skater in her youth; to Playboy's Playmate of the Month, Ms March 1990; to her high profile marriage to an olympic gold medal gymnast; to the success and crash of her real estate business; to becoming one of the top 5% of professionals nationwide in her current field; her story is both compelling and inspirational.

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Practice giving attention and loving the small movements of life and it will be a long life. How is that? Because you won't be spending your time focused on some far off goals or results you can't immediately control. One aspect of successfully appreciating the small actions of your life is to occasional say no to others.

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Rob Kreitlein and Karith Cashion Whirty discuss what it's like for men in a post-"Me Too" world; whether prostitution should be legal; do women make better world leaders; and other related topics that are likely to get us all cancelled by prevailing popular culture.

The full, uncut 58 minute video of this episode is available only through patreon.com/zensammich

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Have you ever been curious about the personal obstacles a motivational speaker encounters? Like, have you ever thought, "I wonder if Tony Robbins ever has a bad day?" Of course, he does. Here is the honest and candid story of Kristin Petrucci, a Transformational Speaker and "Mindset Architect." Hear about the life changing grand mal seizure and epilepsy diagnosis, living with the ever-present threat of additional seizures, and how she coaches others and herself on how to effectively get out of their heads and live life victoriously. You'll also get a bonus, short (3 min.) guided meditation on this episode. Well worth a listen.

You can learn more about Kristin at kp-speaks.com

View the Ted Talk referred to in this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rni41c9iq54&t=4s

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Perception is reality. What does this mean? How can we change our mindset? Can we really turn "work" into "play"? From seemingly petty, day-to-day misunderstandings to a much bigger picture, when we practice changing our mindset, we become more compassionate, less judgmental and even happier.

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Have you ever walked into a social gathering or worked somewhere and you wanted to be "liked" by everyone? Surely most of us have. It's only natural. But here's a newsflash: Not everyone is going to like you. No matter how awesome you are. But, the good news is, that doesn't have to bother you one bit. In fact, you can feel liberated by changing your mental focus to other people and the simple beauty in the world around you.

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