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In The YardIn The Yard Pod Episode 86: Can THIS NL East Team Win it All?Collin and Braeden preview the NL East ahead of the 2025 season. Can the Phillies remain on top after dominant 2024 Regular Season? Is it World Series or bust for the Mets after the acquisition of Juan Soto? Can the Braves bounce back after injury-riddled 2024 Campaign? Collin and Braeden giver their takes and predictions...2025-03-0645 min
Trademark PodcastEpisode 8 - Inside the Minds and Bodies of Elite AthletesIn this eye-opening episode, Coach Dillon and Coach Braeden takes us behind the scenes of high-performance coaching, sharing hard-earned lessons from his decade of working with IFBB pros and elite athletes. From navigating the mental struggles of competitors to debunking common misconceptions about drug protocols, Braeden pulls no punches in exposing the realities of the fitness industry. Whether you’re a coach, an aspiring athlete, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode delivers invaluable insights into the discipline, strategy, and mindset required to succeed at the highest level. Coaching elite Athletes is not all glamour...2025-01-231h 12Trademark PodcastEpisode 7: Untangling Body Image, Trauma, and Confidence with Cora MillerIn this powerful and deeply insightful episode, Cora Miller, psychologist and sister of Coach Braeden, joins us to explore the complexities of body image, eating disorders, trauma, and self-confidence. Sharing both professional expertise and personal stories, Cora dives into the psychological challenges that often arise in fitness and life, offering practical strategies for building a healthier relationship with your body and mind. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or someone looking to overcome mental roadblocks, this episode provides a blueprint for personal growth and healing.Key Takeaways:The Psychology of Body Image: Wh...2025-01-161h 07Trademark PodcastEpiosode 6: Setting Up for Success in 2025 with Coach BraedenIn this inspiring New Year episode, Coach Braeden joins us to dive deep into setting yourself up for success in 2025. From creating identity-based goals to navigating the emotional challenges of “valley seasons,” this episode is packed with practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you start the year strong. We explore how Braeden’s decade of experience coaching athletes, including IFBB pros, shapes his approach to discipline, resilience, and growth. If you’re ready to make this your best year yet, this is the episode for you!Key Takeaways:Focus on Identity-Based Goals: Shift...2025-01-0958 minTrademark PodcastEpisode 4: From the Stage to the Sidelines – The Evolution of Coach BraedenSummary:What does it take to transition from elite competitor to high-level coach? In this episode, Coach Braeden shares his journey from the bodybuilding stage to coaching athletes who chase their own dreams. He discusses the mindset shifts, challenges, and lessons learned in redefining his purpose. Braeden also opens up about how he keeps his competitive fire alive by mentoring others to push beyond their limits.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Braeden’s experience as a competitor shaped his approach to coaching.The mental and emotional challenges of s...2024-12-271h 12
In The YardIn The Yard Pod Episode 80: More Moves Coming for the Yankees?Collin and Braeden discuss who else the Yankees can add after acquiring Max Fried, Devin Williams, and Cody Bellinger. They both agree that there are still many moves to be made. Collin and Braeden also react to the three big-name acquisitions and what the next steps moving forward are. Lastly, they debate on whether the Yankees should try to acquire Pete Alonso.2024-12-2028 minTrademark PodcastEpisode 2: Meet Coach Braeden MillerWhat separates good athletes from great ones? In this episode, Coach Braeden takes us behind the scenes of his journey as a competitive athlete and coach. From building mental resilience to crafting disciplined routines, Braeden shares the mindset and strategies that drive high-level performance in fitness and life. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or want to elevate your personal goals, this episode is packed with actionable insights.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Coach Braeden transitioned from athlete to mentor.The mental tools that every competitor needs to succeed.How...2024-12-1153 min
In The YardIn The Yard Pod Episode 79: Is it Now World Series or Bust for the Mets?Collin and Braeden react to Juan Soto leaving the Bronx to play for the Mets on a record breaking deal. Are the Mets now the team to beat in the NL? What does Soto leaving mean for the Yankees? Collin and Braeden give you their thoughts.2024-12-1132 min
In The YardIn The Yard Pod Episode 41: Who will win NFL MVP? Collin and Braeden DebateCollin and Braeden discuss who their NFL MVP pick is heading into Week 172024-01-0219 min
Nucks NetworkEpisode 12: Canucks win another week of games, Boeser trade talk and more!Aidan and Braeden discuss their fantasy draft monthly recap (1:30) Canucks three games last week (5:00) of Florida (5:00), Arizona (10:14), Montreal (16:36), Aidan's thumb of the Brock Boeser trade chatter (26:35), Braeden's thumb (34:00), and finish with the Canucks upcoming schedule (35:45). Enjoy!2022-12-0839 min
The Midwest TinesEpisode 7: BBD with Braeden TowlesBBD 11.11.22Braeden is tagged out and the guys break down the hunt. We also give an update on Kooper and Bryce who are still trying to fill tags. And of course, the BS session. Enjoy and thanks for listening. The 34 Crew.2022-11-301h 18Nucks NetworkEpisode 57: Canucks season in review + a huge winner!Aidan and Braeden review the Canucks 2021 season with positives and negatives + more. Also, Braeden reveals he won something big!2021-05-281h 14Nucks NetworkEpisode 37 - Canucks Miracle run ends... + Round 2 Round Up, Round 3 Predictions + more!Aidan and Braeden discuss the Canucks miracle 3 round run (yes, three rounds) and talk about the rest of round 2 series and their predictions for round 3 and more!2020-09-101h 50
Get Ready to Get Shrek'dEpisode 2: Shrek BugalooJoin Braeden and Nikki as they talk about the second scene of Shrek! Where we meet Donkey, the fairy tale creatures and see the first signs of budding friendship between our dynamic duo.2020-08-2831 minNucks NetworkEpisode 36 - Canucks dethrone the defending the Champs! + More!Aidan and Braeden discuss the Canucks round 1 victory over the defending Stanley Cup champs St.Louis Blues + more!2020-08-261h 28Nucks NetworkEpisode 35 - Canucks advance to Playoffs! and 1st round predictions + More!Aidan and Braeden discuss the Canucks Qualifying round win over the Wild, the rest of the qualifying series. Rangers winning Lafreniere. And cover the Canucks vs Blue 1st round series and predictions for the rest of Round 1!2020-08-121h 32Nucks NetworkEpisode 34 - Canucks up 2-1 after 3, discussing the other series and Bye Bye Rangers + more!Aidan and Braeden discuss the Canucks vs Wild series which the Canucks lead 2-1. Discuss the other series and do their Teeing it up or playing for the cup segment + more!2020-08-071h 34Nucks NetworkEpisode 33 - Welcome to the Seattle Kraken and NHL Play-In Preview!Aidan and Braeden discuss the naming of the Seattle Kraken, and give their picks for the NHL Play-In round!2020-07-282h 02Nucks NetworkMLB Season Preview - Divison favourites, League Favourites and more!Aidan and Braeden preview the upcoming MLB regular season, giving their picks for division, league, award favourites and more!2020-07-231h 39Nucks NetworkEpisode 32 - Fantasy playoff strategies, NHL award finalists, top prospects signings + more!Aidan and Braeden talking fantasy playoff strategies and who to avoid, NHL award finalists, notable prospect signees + more! 37:45 is start of fantasy talk.2020-07-171h 53
100x SecretsEp. 13: "The Secret Formula"What if you only spent time with dream customers, and never had to deal with complaining, dishonest people who waste your time and money?That's the kind of life you can move toward by using "The Secret Formula"...In this episode I reveal Russell Brunson's super simple method of choosing: your dream clients, where to find them, the "bait" to attract them to you, and the results you want to help them achieve. Like this episode? Share it with a friend - copy this l...2020-07-1406 minNucks NetworkEpisode 31 - Canucks Team Awards, NHL 2020 Key Dates, and Mahomes half billion contract + more!Aidan and Braeden discuss the Canucks team awards, NHL key dates for 2020 and 2021, Patrick Mahomes big pay day and so much more!2020-07-101h 22Nucks NetworkEpisode 30 - Who won Laf? NHL Hub Cities, MLBers Opting out of 2020 + more!Aidan and Braeden discuss who won the NHL Draft Lottery, NHL hub cities, MLB players opting out of the 2020 season + more!2020-07-021h 45Nucks NetworkEpisode 29 - Hockey HOF inductees, MLB is returning! and another GM gone in Buffalo!Aidan and Braeden discuss Hockey Hall of Fame inductees, Buffalo cleaning house, the MLB returning and so much more!2020-06-251h 39Nucks NetworkEpisode 28 - Playing for the Cup or Teeing it upAidan and Braeden do their much anticipated Playing for the Cup or Teeing it up segment. Talking about the teams Playing for the Cup the top 4 teams in each conference. And the teams Teeing it up the 7 teams that missed the Play-In games. They also discuss the NHL's confirmation for Phase 2.2020-06-121h 14Nucks NetworkEpisode 27 - Judd Brackett leaving the Canucks!Aidan and Braeden discuss the departure of Judd Brackett from the Vancouver Canucks organization.2020-06-0436 minNucks NetworkEpisode 26 - Hockey Will Be Back! NHL's Return to Play Plan explained!Aidan and Braeden discuss the NHL's Return to Play Plan and give their thoughts on some of the Play In series. We told you hockey will return!2020-05-2841 minNucks NetworkEpisode 25 - The Best and Worst of the Vancouver Canucks (50th Year Anniversary Episode)Aidan and Braeden give their 3 best and 3 worst Canucks coaches, jerseys, players, goalies, signings, trades, draft picks, and teams.2020-05-151h 32Nucks NetworkEpisode 24 - Sports COVID-19 Update, we WILL have sports again!Aidan and Braeden discuss all the COVID-19 updates in the world of sports.2020-05-0736 min
Health with Happy Belly BraeHwHBB Episode 11 - Cara Barton: Nutrition application in different aspects of life.This time I am joined by the wonderful Cara Barton, nutritionist at multiple CrossFit gyms and multi-sport athlete. We chat about Cara's nutrition origin story, her athletic adventures, and some tips on how to stay healthy during this time of quarantine. I really enjoyed this conversation and I'm sure you will too.
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Try a New ThingA Solo EndeavorCassi's working. Braeden's home, podcasting, while Jack the dog sits in the back of his chair like the world's worst and squirmiest lumbar support. And now you get to hear the fruits of his labor. He'll play you some tunes he doesn't remember to tell you the title of. It's a bit like public access or student radio, honestly. Talking points include: oil companies are bad, darkwave is good, actually, puppies are cute. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). Home alone in the dark, apparently.2019-06-2618 minTry a New ThingBuilding a Model SocietyDamn, listener! Back at it again at the dinner table. After a hiatus, what better way to celebrate getting back to that podcast lifestyle than by playing with toys? Or should I say . . . building some toys? Talking points include: fighting robots like Pokémon, a tiny house museum of tiny houses, mothra is the queen of Braeden's heart, ¡soy yo! tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). At the hobby store.2019-06-0938 minTry a New ThingReclaiming Our TimeCassi and Braeden have been spending a lot of time together lately. Find out why?!? Talking points include: it's the worst when bands break up when humans break up, loose leaf teas, romantic comedy as a board game, black-screened telephones. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). Probably playing board games or something in your basement.2019-05-1333 minTry a New ThingFree to Make Our Own TraditionsReal talk: figuring out what traditions to keep and what traditions to change when you're growing up, when you're building your own family, can be hard. So hear Cassi and Braeden talk about what they grew up with and what, if anything, they do now to celebrate. Talking points include: melancholy but not morose, sugar cereal problems, BB-8 vs. R2-D2, lost easter eggs. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). In a box in your basement somewhere.2019-05-0657 minTry a New ThingTry a New EndgameIt's the end of an era. After years of careful planning, hard work, and absolute secrecy, Cassi and Braeden have completed their lives' work to . . . nah none of that is true. We saw Avengers: Endgame and so we're gonna talk about it. The first 20 or so minutes are spoiler-free, and the last 40 minutes or so are complete and utter spoiler territory, so know that going in. Talking points include: racism begets the concept of race, smoothibrations, that Avengers theme is still good, SPOILERS. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). At your local cinema.2019-04-3055 minTry a New ThingTalkin' All 'Bout Money StuffHere in the Casa de intentos nuevos, we've been thinking a lot about money, income inequality, and wealth. You know how it is - tax season will do that to you. Come for the stories of our growing up and our money histories, stick around for Braeden's anti-capitalist jeremiads. Talking points include: Elizabeth Warren's college debt plan, Antoni Gramsci's Prison Notebooks, intergenerational wealth, margaritas. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). In the streets, ready for the revolution.2019-04-231h 01Try a New ThingCygnus X-Fun!Braeden grew up listening to Rush. Yeah, I know, it's cliché for a nerdy white boy to be into progressive rock, but hey - it's what he grew up listening to. So this week, he got to subject Cassi to it - specifically, the two songs in the Cygnus X-1 duology. Does Cassi get super into prog? Can she even understand the words Geddy is singing? Talking points include: Zentipede, moringa, give me a wrench in every videogame, also biotics. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). Under "taint" in the phonebook (it was a misspelling).2019-03-2548 minTry a New ThingBar Harbor Mice and MicheladasYour mom's favorite podcast is back, breaking down one of Cassi's favorite audio books from her youth. Braeden remains unconvinced because of its lack of terror. Both are back on their bullshit in the best ways possible. Talking points include: micheladas, NIMH, harpsichords, sad indie music that gets you right in the feels. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9639). Your favorite fortune teller. The back of the milk carton.2019-03-1839 minTry a New ThingSword in the StoneBraeden got his time last week. This week, it's Cassi's youth that we're excavating, as we deep dive into the Sword in the Stone, that 1963 "classic" that I bet you don't really remember all that much about. At least Cassi stayed awake through this one . . . ? Talking points include: Black tea in the evening, Cassi doesn't like pho, wizard battles, you're gonna die from measles. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638). Me? I'm here for the games.2019-03-1143 minTry a New ThingFlight of DragonsFor you, we'll do anything. Including watching a movie from Braeden's youth. That he remembers fondly. That he hasn't seen in two decades. That he got a bootleg copy that's a VHS rip from his cousin Jenny years and years ago. But guess what? Cassi fell asleep. Like three times. But! This movie has just enough weird stuff going on in it that you should deffo give it a listen and maybe a watch? Talking points include: blood drawing, Megan Gustafson, diamonds in the gullet, a catchy theme song. tryanewpodcast@gmail.com. YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2019-03-0436 min
Think Tank#12: VR Porn - HolodexxxJosh and Braeden chat with the co-founders of adult virtual reality company Holodexxx. Rather than 360-degree adult VR content, we discuss the process of photogrammetry and what it takes to create realistic 3D models of the actors working with them. We also discuss some ideas around the future of the adult industry and changing up the business model to have a positive impact on the industry and actors in the future.2019-01-1243 minThink Tank#11: Social Media PsychologyJosh and Braeden host a think tank with Brent Sterling, a social media strategist, and Dr. Paul Brunet, a psychology professor at Ryerson University. This episode takes a look at social media as a tool to curate our personas, social development for children, what makes a post go "viral", and the future of social media as a way to engage with virtual brands and organizations.2019-01-1242 minThink Tank#10: Distaster & Emergency ManagementJosh and Braeden host a roundtable discussion with Jen Duke Holmes (CEO of DEMHUB) and Mark Therien to discuss topics around Disaster and Emergency Management. We talk about different global disasters and how sharing knowledge across multiple disciplines can help us understand how to deal with global disasters better.2019-01-1145 minThink Tank#9: Bone Conduction HeadphonesImagine you could listen to music without sound being directed into your ears, but instead through the vibrations of your skull. Josh and Braeden talk with Simba Wakatama about bone conduction technology, traditional headphones, music and society, and the future of wearable tech. Simba also provides his experience as an entrepreneur and shares some ideas related to business ethics. 2019-01-1147 minThink Tank#8: Machine Learning / A.I. - Google Engineer Nick FrosstJosh and Braeden talk with Google machine learning engineer Nick Frosst to learn about general ideas around machine learning, artificial intelligence, and neural networks.2019-01-1141 minThink Tank#7: Virtual Reality Filmmaking - Elli Raynai, Renan Ozen, Kwame Newman-BremangJosh and Braeden sat down with three virtual reality filmmakers in Toronto to discuss ideas and techniques around 360 audio / video production and storytelling in VR. This episode includes general VR industry discussions and ideas around VR storytelling.2019-01-1150 minThink Tank#6: Virtual Reality Design - Christian & Alex, Rothenberg VenturesJosh and Braeden talked to VR designer/developer duo Christian and Alex who have created virtual reality content for artists such as Coldplay and The Black Eyed Peas. We talk about the virtual reality industry and some design best practices when it comes to creating amazing VR user experiences.2019-01-1138 minThink Tank#2: Social Virtual Reality - Tony Parisi (Unity 3D) & Nick Ochoa (VR Pioneer)Josh and Braeden sat down with Tony Parisi (Head of XR Brand Solutions at Unity 3D) and Nick Ochoa (VR Pioneer) to conceptualize what the future of a connected virtual reality might look like. They talk about a future Metaverse, current trends in social VR, and some problems that still need to be overcome in order to enjoy a true immersive universe.2019-01-1145 minTry a New ThingEpisode 22: RelishWe're finishing up January with a bang while talking about Lucy Knisley's comic memoir Relish: My Life in the Kitchen, a book that left us both reflecting on our memories of food and family growing up. Marvel as Braeden gets all up-ons about the term "graphic novel"! Celebrate how Cassi came to love asparagus! And ponder how food can be therapeutic! Talking points include: Punpun is better than Maus, buttery milk juice, Mexican porn mags and awkward pad purchases. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2018-01-2946 minTry a New ThingEpisode 19: The Paradox of ChoiceAfter a too-long break, Cassi and Braeden are back at it again with the new books. Well, just one book: The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz. We dig into the ways in which being middle-class in Late Capitalism can create a tyranny of decisions that weigh heavy on us. Quite literally, this is an episode filled with First World Problems™. Talking points include: Delilah After Dark, how to pronounce "satisficer", counterfactuals. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-11-0354 minTry a New ThingEpisode 18: Just, Like, Communicate?After two weeks of a complete love-in, how much more do Cassi and Braeden love each other? Or do they hate each other? Or . . . are things basically the same? (What a thrilling possibility.) They talk about their own love languages and how they've tried to engage with each other in those langauges. Spoiler: they share the same basic love language. Talking points include: go to marriage counseling, Chums™, nighttime snuggling. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-10-0554 minTry a New ThingEpisode 17: The Five Love LanguagesSnuggle on down next to the fire, cozy up in a blanket with a cup of your favorite relaxing hot beverage, it's time to talk . . . love. Cassi and Braeden break down all the barriers and chat about Gary Chapman's The Five Love Languages. Is this a useful framework? How can couples communicate more effectively? What is love? (Baby, don't hurt me.) Talking points include: car canoodling, "limerance", just talk to each other, guys. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-09-2159 minTry a New ThingEpisode 16: The Middle-Class Privilege of MinimalismWe KonMari'ed our stuff. Joy was sparked. Thanks were given. Class issues were discussed. The ways in which ethical consumption is impossible under capitalism were expounded upon. Cassi has lots of tools. Braeden offered up the pie-in-the-sky solution of anarcho-syndicalism. Basically, this one has it all, people. Talking points include: can supplies spark joy?, unicorn art, Black Friday shaming as classist nonsense. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-09-0746 minTry a New ThingEpisode 15: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying UpIt's time. It's here. Braeden and Cassi are gonna talk all about the KonMari method, its underlying spirituality, the ways in which minimalism can become a secular religion for its adherents, and why Braeden still thinks the whole thing is middle-class bougie nonsense. Talking points include: imaginary math, things are things not friends, surreptitious voicemails. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-08-2556 minTry a New ThingBonus Episode: Familiar, Familial ClutterSo . . . Braeden hasn't finished reading Marie Kondo's book yet. For lots of reasons! But he's working on it. In the meantime and to tide you over between episodes, please enjoy this conversation Cassi had with her mom, aunts, and cousins this summer about hoarding, clutter, minimalism, and what to do with the things you don't want. We promise we'll be back next week with hot minimalism takes. Talking points include: violin vases and fur coats, trash diving, THE CLOSET™. Comments? Questions? Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or call YALL-TRY-NEW (925-587-9638).2017-08-1254 minTry a New ThingEpisode 13: The Hoarder In YouPiles of stuff everywhere. The smell of decomposing leftovers. A danger to yourself and others. That's probably not you, and it's not us, but it is the case of people with compulsive hoarding issues. But maybe, just maybe, there's a little bit of hoarder hidden inside each of us. That's the premise of this week's book, Dr. Robin Zazio's great read The Hoarder In You. We break down the book and talk all about clutter catastrophes and continua. Talking points include: what kind of clutter creature are you?, how to help a hoarder, Braeden's problems with minimalism.2017-07-131h 01Try a New ThingEpisode 10: Building New (Food) BehaviorsAfter two weeks spent trying new things about how, where, and why we eat, Cassi and Braeden sit down to assess the new things they've tried. What were their three food goals? Did they do them? And perhaps most importantly, will they keep doing them? Special appearance by Brian Wansink himself via a mid-2000s interview from the Today Show, thanks to the internet's way of archiving everything. Talking points include: the battle of Jakku, the perils of changing behaviors, how can you change your snack if you just don't snack? Comments? Questions? Contact us a...2017-05-2538 minTry a New ThingMinisode 01: A Recap & A ReckoningIn their first minisode (to help tide over the extra-long space between episodes due to extra Sundays in April), Cassi and Braeden sum up the new things they've tried so far this year, inspired by the books they've read. Long story short: some of us are better at sticking with new behaviors than others. (It's Braeden. Braeden is bad at making and keeping new habits.) This episode powered by licorice and sleepytime vanilla teas. Talking points include: noise canceling headphones, the freedom of free time, Cassi is still obsessed with fiscal fasts. Contact us at t...2017-05-0222 minTry a New ThingEpisode 08: Finance Frenzy!So fiscal fasts: what are they good for? Lots of things, apparently. Join Cassi and Braeden as they talk about jobs, money, spending it, not spending it, etc. Did they really not buy anything for a whole week? Cassi loves spreadsheets. Braeden loves Cassi. Also: Braeden was sick during recording, and it shows. He's such a bummer. Talking points include: monthly money sabbaticals, LEGO and Transformers, 50/30/20. Contact us at tryanewpodcast@gmail.com or 925-5-TRY-NEW.2017-04-2041 minTry a New ThingEpisode 07: The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True RichesApril: spring showers, blossoming daffodils, and everyone's favorite holiday: tax day. Join Cassi and Braeden as they dive into their latest book, The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches by Jeff Yeager, and hear them chat about the concept of Return on Non-Investment, whether you really have to spend money to make money or if that's just something your stock broker tells you to get you to pay them more, and how this one book changed the way Braeden thought about finances all those years ago. Talking points include: fiscal fasts, the pitfalls of working in v...2017-04-061h 01Try a New ThingEpisode 03: Happier at HomeCassi and Braeden move on to their second book, Gretchen Rubin's Happier at Home, and talk about all of Rubin's myriad resolutions. Seriously - there's a lot. We'd be loathe to call her an overachiever, but this is actually her second time doing a project like this - it's a follow up to an earlier book, The Happiness Project, so it kinda applies in this case. Our intrepid duo break down her months and talk about her goals. Can you actually be happier at home, or does familiarity breed contempt after all? Talking points include: maybe we shou...2017-02-0956 minTry a New ThingEpisode 02: Habits, Habits, HabitsIt's time for a reckoning: Cassi and Braeden sit down to talk about what habits they decided to tackle based on last episode's discussion of Charles Duhigg's The Power of Habit. Things were learned, souls were bared, tears were (not actually) cried. Talking points include: free will versus determinism, lunchy munchies, Teen Vogue. (Seriously, go get yourself a subscription to Teen Vogue NOW.) Content warning: talk of eating disorders.2017-01-2643 minTry a New ThingEpisode 01: The Power of HabitIn this inaugural episode, Cassi and Braeden read the book The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg and discuss its salient points. Then, they explain the habits they're looking to tackle for the next two weeks to see whether they can grab ahold of the habit cycle of cue, routine, and reward and make it work in their favor. Talking points include: stinky animal smells, weak links, Target is terrifying, the power of belief. Read the book review mentioned by clicking here.2017-01-1250 min