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Searching for Political IdentitySearching for Political IdentityS2E2: Tariffs, Sweeney's Genes, & Critical Race TheoryIn S2E2, Brian explores his evolving political identity, grappling with Trump’s leadership, the Sydney Sweeney controversy through a CRT lens, and the broader cultural tensions in America, while reflecting on personal milestones and the pursuit of liberty, justice, and truth.2025-08-0339 minMy Fit TribeMy Fit TribeBrian Bott- Sports AdvantEDGE mindset and moreSend us a textToday, I’m excited to be joined by Brian Bott, a renowned strength and conditioning coach and the Owner and Founder of Sports AdvantEDGE. In this episode, Brian shares his coaching journey and offers valuable advice—not just for young athletes, but for coaches and adults too.We dive into the strategies behind his training approach, as well as powerful mindset tips that apply both on and off the field. You won’t want to miss it—let’s get into it!https://www.instagram.com/brianbott23/https://sp...2025-05-0757 minLow Carb MD PodcastLow Carb MD PodcastE389 - The Fight For TRUE Nutrition | Mike Sweeney, RDMike Sweeney (@thelowcarb_rd) is passionate about helping people with chronic disease avoid the chronic struggles that he himself faced. He reversed his own pre diabetes and keeps his IBS under control by living a low carb lifestyle. In 2024 he helped over 40 patients achieve diabetes remission and 15 patients become symptom free from IBS. Mike’s passion isn't just about food, it's about empowering people to take control of their health. In this episode, Dr. Tro, Dr. Brian, and Mike talk about… (00:00) Intro (02:39) Mike’s educational background and nutritional journey (07:35) Mike’s first ex...2025-04-071h 08Fremont BizFremont BizCrafting Stories and Laughter with Brian Fabel of Fabel's FurnitureHosted by Charene Herrera and Owen Sweeney (Lander Chamber of Commerce)In this episode of Fremont Biz, we had a blast with Brian Fabel of Fabel’s Furniture, a fine craftsman and all-around cool guy. Brian has an impressive story of transitioning from various office jobs to working full-time in his woodshop. We dove deep into his journey and discovered how fulfilling it has been for him to pursue his passion for woodworking.But this episode wasn’t just about work – it took an emotional and philosophical turn, as Brian opened up about life’s transitio...2024-10-2332 minThe Michael Brian ShowThe Michael Brian ShowSydney Sweeney: Hard Work Pays Off EP531I hope this quote from Sydney Sweeney helps you benefit from your hard work.   Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow   Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & Twitter 2024-07-2600 minThe Worst of All Possible WorldsThe Worst of All Possible Worlds137 - Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (feat. Josh Sawyer)Josh Sawyer (Pentiment, Fallout: New Vegas) and the lads grab their razors and complete their arms as they attend the tale of Hugh Wheeler and Stephen Sondheim’s 1979 barber-ic bloodbath: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Topics include the show’s horror film origins, the unimpeachable score, and the long term ramifications of using Sweeney Todd as a gateway drug into the wild world of musical theater. Want more TWOAPW? Get access to our full back catalogue of premium/bonus episodes and add your name to the masthead of our website by subscribing for $5/month at Patreo...2024-05-082h 17All Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP113: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- JOE GOLDING -- UTEP MBB Head Coach - Most Wins since 2014 & what a Magical unThinkable Ride he led ACU on!College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- JOE GOLDING -- UTEP MBB Head Coach - Most Wins since 2014 & what a Magical unThinkable Ride he led ACU on!2022-04-0641 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP112: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- WES FLANIGAN -- Auburn MBB CoachCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- WES FLANIGAN -- Auburn MBB Coach2022-04-0640 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP111: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- KIMANI YOUNG -- UCONN Associate Head CoachCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- KIMANI YOUNG -- UCONN Associate Head Coach2022-04-0632 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP110: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- CHARLTON "CY" YOUNG -- Florida State MBBCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- CHARLTON "CY" YOUNG -- Florida State MBB2022-04-0647 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP109: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- TROY PIERCE -- Assistant Coach SIUE MBBCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- TROY PIERCE -- Assistant Coach SIUE MBB2022-04-0622 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP108: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- BASHIR MASON -- Head MBB Coach Wagner CollegeCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- BASHIR MASON -- Head MBB Coach Wagner College2022-04-0633 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP101: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- TIM KAINE -- Murray StateCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton -- TIM KAINE -- Murray State2022-03-0325 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP100: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- KYLE BARLOW -- OHIO MBB - 1 of the Top Mid-Major Teams in the Country!!College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- KYLE BARLOW -- OHIO MBB - 1 of the Top Mid-Major Teams in the Country!!2022-03-0319 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP97: College Basketball Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- LEVELL SANDERS -- Binghamton MBB Head CoachCollege Basketball Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton! -- LEVELL SANDERS -- Binghamton MBB Head Coach2022-03-0334 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP85: College Hoops Coast to Coast - QUANNAS WHITE - UNIV. OF HOUSTON MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!College Hoops Coast to Coast - QUANNAS WHITE - UNIV. OF HOUSTON MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!2022-03-0330 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP84: College Hoops Coast to Coast - BEN JOHNSON - Head Coach, MINNESOTA MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!College Hoops Coast to Coast - BEN JOHNSON - Head Coach, MINNESOTA MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!2022-03-0335 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP82: College Hoops Coast2Coast Szn 2 - RYAN CROSS - UAB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!College Hoops Coast2Coast Szn 2 - RYAN CROSS - UAB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!2022-03-0317 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP76: College Hoops Coast2Coast Szn 2 - MARCO BORNE - Alcorn ST MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!College Hoops Coast2Coast Szn 2 - MARCO BORNE - Alcorn ST MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton!2022-03-0117 minThe Classic\'s Operation TomatometerThe Classic's Operation TomatometerThe Classic's Operation Tomatometer: Episode 14 - The Book of Boba Fett (FT. MR. SWEENEY)This week's episode not only features another TV series, The Book of Boba Fett, but our one and only beloved newspaper advisor, Mr. Sweeney, as a guest. Combined with his vast expanse of Star Wars knowledge and the hosts' own insight, this episode boasts a wide range of content regarding the series and overall franchise.2022-02-1722 min502 Conversations - Science, Skepticism, Pseudoscience, Philosophy, and more.502 Conversations - Science, Skepticism, Pseudoscience, Philosophy, and more.Comedian, writer, producer, and actor ~ Julia SweeneyComedian, writer, producer, actor, monologist, voracious reader, atheist, and Center for Inquiry board of director Julia Sweeney. Some of Julia’s TV credits include Brooklyn Nine- Nine, Fraiser, Family Guy, Mad About You, and of course her multi-season stint as a cast member on SNL. She has appeared in films such as Pulp Fiction, Vegas Vacation, and Stuart Little. Julia is also a playwright and has created several one person shows, among them God Said Ha;  Letting Go of God, which chronicles her personal journey from Catholicism to atheism;  and Julia Sweeney: Older and Wider. This episode may also be v...2022-01-2555 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP65: CHARLES THOMAS - Duquesne MBB - College Hoops Coast2Coast - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCollege Hoops Coast2Coast - CHARLES THOMAS - Duquesne MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2022-01-2221 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP63: BYRON JONES - TROY TROJANS MBB - College Hoops Coast to Coast - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCollege Hoops Coast to Coast - BYRON JONES - TROY TROJANS MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2022-01-2230 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP62: LARRY BLUNT - OKLAHOMA STATE MBB - College Hoops Coast to Coast - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCollege Hoops Coast to Coast - LARRY BLUNT - OKLAHOMA STATE MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton.2022-01-2232 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP59: Steve Lutz -TX A&M Corpus Christi MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonSteve Lutz -TX A&M Corpus Christi MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-2328 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP58: Sean Woods - Southern MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonSean Woods - Southern MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-2334 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP55: TONY STUBBLEFIELD - DePaul MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonTONY STUBBLEFIELD - DePaul MBB Head Coach - College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-2331 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP51: Casey Long - COLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - w Kevin Sweeney Brian BurtonCasey Long - COLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - w Kevin Sweeney Brian Burton2021-12-141h 05All Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP44: College Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton - Season 2 Episode #2 w/ Special Guest Sean PaulCollege Hoops Coast to Coast w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton - Season 2 Episode #2 w/ Special Guest Sean Paul 2021-12-141h 06All Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP39: Jerome Tang - National Champion Baylor MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Jerome Tang - National Champion Baylor MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0526 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP38: Chris Crutchfield - Oregon MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Chris Crutchfield - Oregon MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0525 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP37: Duane Broussard - TCU MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Duane Broussard - TCU MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0532 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP36: Talvin Hester - Texas Tech MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Talvin Hester - Texas Tech MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0525 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP35: Tony Skinn - Ohio State - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Tony Skinn - Ohio State - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0527 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP34: Rod Clark - Tennessee MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Rod Clark - Tennessee MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0520 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP34: Erik Pastrana - Florida Gators - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Erik Pastrana - Florida Gators - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-12-0520 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP33: Tony Skinn - Ohio State - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Tony Skinn - Ohio State - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-11-3027 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP32: Rod Clark - Tennessee MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Rod Clark - Tennessee MBB - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton.2021-11-3021 minAll Access NetworkAll Access NetworkEP31: Erik Pastrana - Undefeated Florida Gators - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian BurtonCOLLEGE HOOPS COAST TO COAST - Erik Pastrana - Undefeated Florida Gators - w/ Kevin Sweeney & Brian Burton2021-11-3020 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSupplement Mini Series - Pre WorkoutThe mother of all supplement mysteries ... what to look for in a pre-workout supplement. In this episode, Jenny & Brian review some of the inconsistencies perpetrated by the supplement industry at large as well as some of the more common things the gym aficionado should look for when picking out a pre-workout concoction so you can get the most from your workout.     REMINDER* As with all supplements -  If you're on prescription meds, have existing health concerns, or are unsure of compatibility you must consult your doc first! Do your research! Some supplements can interfere with pres...2021-09-3042 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSupplement Mini Series - Magnesium, Zinc, Multi-VWorking our way through the master supplement lineup - in this episode, we review the highlights of magnesium, zinc, and what to look for in a multi-vitamin. These are essential considerations when you're looking for those "1%" opportunities to improve overall health.  *REMINDER* As with all supplements -  If you're on prescription meds, have existing health concerns, or are unsure of compatibility you must consult your doc first! Do your research! Some supplements can interfere with prescriptions and/or complicate existing health issues.  👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjener...2021-09-1742 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSupplement Mini Series - BCAA‘sThe third installment of the Supplement Mini-Series is here ... Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs).  BCAAs are definitely in our top 3 recommended performance supplements. In this episode, we review the benefits of taking BCAAs, the clinical doses, what to look for in a brand, and more.  As with all supplements -  If you're on prescription meds, have existing health concerns, or are unsure of compatibility you must consult your doc first! Do your research! Here is our current fav Aminos --> https://bit.ly/Driven-Aminos 👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney...2021-09-1035 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSupplement Mini Series - ProteinThe second installment of the supplement series defangs the mysticism of the most common protein supplement options on the market. While most folks are driven to pursue options by flavor or price there are some additional considerations to take into account to ensure your getting what you need to achieve the goal and gains you've set for yourself.  Books referenced: Sports Nutrition & Performance Enhancing Supplements  https://amzn.to/3mInR9x The Athlete's Guide to Sports Supplements https://amzn.to/38nlPDp  Essentials of Sports Nutrition & Supplements  https://amzn.to/3Bgu0xI 2021-09-0241 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSupplement Mini Series - CreatineThis is the first of a series of episodes where we'll focus on some of the more popularly recommended supplements for health & fitness seekers. Not surprisingly, however, there is still a significant amount of mysticism when it comes to what, why, how, and when to take them ... if it's even to your advantage to do so. In this episode, Jenny and I are jamming on Creatine - the king of over-the-counter training supplements everyone should consider using.  Books referenced: Sports Nutrition & Performance Enhancing Supplements  https://amzn.to/3mInR9x The Athlete's Gu...2021-08-3035 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkCreating More Space in Your Life to be Great!In this episode, Jenny & I explore the idea of how to find additional time in your day to work on the goals in your life (that you can't seem to make time for).  While most folks will limit their "go time" to the conventional workday - the hustlers are finding opportunities to make 1% gains.  More in the show.  👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Facebook: htt...2021-07-1424 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkPart 2 - The Devil You Don't Know - ParaquatIn this episode we continue the conversation about pesticides and genetically modified foods and the implications they may have on you and your family.  Be sure to catch Part One here if you want to get caught up. Unbeknownst to many everyday foods are increasing your risks to certain cancers, Parkinson's, hormone disruption, and more. Scary stuff. Know more so you can do more. Join our Fit Human Collective private Facebook group to carry on the conversation and connect with like minded humans. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fithuman/2021-07-0234 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkPart 1 - Genetically Modified, Pesticides, Organic, Oh, My!In this episode we lay the groundwork for some of the environmental concerns (pesticides, GMOs, organic agriculture) associated with poor digestion, the onset of cognitive issues, rashes, low energy, child behavioral issues, and more.  We separated the show into two parts so as to not cut short the abhorrent discovery of a heavily used pesticide in the U.S. that increases genetic susceptibility to Parkinson's by 250%.     👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: ht...2021-06-2325 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkMotivating yourself in a post-covid world.Welcome to Season 3 of the Amplify Network! In this episode, we're revisiting what it means to self-motivate yourself into prioritizing your health and fitness in a post-covid society.   👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Facebook: https://facebook.com/fithumanproject Next Steps If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see on this page. LEGAL DISCLAIMER: All informa...2021-06-1129 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkCommitting to Yourself. How to Overcome Putting Things Off.Being consistent, doing the work, and creating a routine can come easy to some folk while, for others, it can be beyond challenging. Fortunately, everyone is "capable" of getting to the place of achievement and long-term success by implementing just a few daily strategies.  In this episode, we share a few success-stacking tips on how to commit to yourself and stop the procrastination cycle.   👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar...2020-12-0925 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBuilding ResiliencyResiliency, as you get older, becomes more and more critical to maintaining your position as a provider in your home as well as holding onto the blessing of being independent.   In this episode, Brian digs into his experience this week with being taken out of operation and how the humility of it has brought broader planning into future-proofing life.  2020-11-0623 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkAdd Years to Your Life by Doing This. 🏥We're in the health and wellness business and while it's typical for "fitness people" to talk about working out, eating right, body fat percentages, ... there's one more MAJOR thing many people are overlooking (and it's simple to do).  In this episode, we review a couple of common-sense tactics you can implement that will add years of vital existence to your life.  👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Facebook: https://facebook.com...2020-10-1929 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkWhy Diets Fail. 😳Nobody likes dieting ...  The industry has failed over and over and over again to deliver a solution for people trying to lose weight and get healthy.  In this episode, we dig into the context that frames the past 40 years of industry expertise as well as the emotional and physical damage that it has caused.   👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Facebook: https://facebook.com/fithumanp...2020-09-2930 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkStrength Training or Cardio for Results?In this episode, we go over some of the key differences and benefits of strength training vs cardio. If there ever was a "magic pill" to fast-tracking progress with your training this is it.    👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Facebook: https://facebook.com/fithumanproject Next Steps If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see on this page.2020-09-2127 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkGetting Out of Your Own Way 😤We can get so caught up in our story that we start to believe it (whether it's real or not). That reflex cycle of negative talk and excuses leaves us spinning our wheels in life .. wondering why we can't get ahead, why we can't get the body we want, the relationships we want... whatever. In this episode, we'll chat about identifying patterns that are tearing you down and how to overcome them.    👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://w...2020-09-1123 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify Network[Fight Me Topic] - Stop Drinking DairyThe lactatious secretions of nursing bovine ...  Forget that dairy has powerful lobby representation, that the hormones dairy farmers use are controversial, that the food fed to dairy cows is controversial, that it's been proven the calcium in dairy doesn't have the bioavailability we've been led to believe ... Dairy allergies (not just lactose intolerance) are a real issue for many.  In this episode we throw-down on why you should consider going "dairy-less" wherever possible. 👤 Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sw...2020-09-0426 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkProtein! How Much? What Kind? Is It Bad For You?There is a lot of confusion around protein and there doesn't have to be.  In this episode, we chat about what you should be looking for in a powder supplement, what to avoid, and a bit on why you need to supplement and when.  The more you know the better you'll be able to navigate the myriad of Amazon choices available.   👤Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Face...2020-08-2721 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkWant to be a sexual DYNAMO? You need this regularly.Greater than any supplement.  More beneficial than any food. More directly related to your brain processing power than any nootropic. SLEEP is responsible for making you healthier, happier, and more productive yet so many overlook and takes "a good night's sleep" for granted.  In this episode, we cover the pro's and con's to associated with adequate and inadequate sleep routines.  As mentioned on the show - go here for your free Low-Carb Nutrition Guide. Our "thank you" for being a loyal listener.  Low-Carb Nutrition Guide 2020-08-2126 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkStress - It Will Literally Make You StupidThere's one hormone that can keep you fat, shrink your brain, wreak havoc on your nervous system, and ruin your sleep - and its impact on your life is completely within your control. In this episode we talk about how managing your stress can have a substantial impact on the quality and longevity of your life.    👤Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/rtbjeneral/  IG Brian Sweeney - https://www.instagram.com/_briansweeney/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_va  Website: https://www.fithumanproje...2020-08-1426 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkCarbs Aren‘t Evil...But What You Do With Them Might Be.In this episode, we get into one of our favorite macronutrients... the carb.  Often vilified, regularly abused, and certainly the most cherished of all macros.  Unfortunately - all carbs are NOT created equal.  How many carbs a day should you be eating? From what source? Can carbs hurt your progress?  Should you eliminate all carbs? Once you're armed with the right information you'll be much more successful at not only hitting your goals but learning how to co-exist with carbs moving forward.  👤Connect with Team Swe...2020-08-1128 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkHow Can You Fix It If You Don‘t Know What‘s Broken?In this episode, we're taking another crack at what the definition of lifestyle is and how you can pursue and attain an optimal state of existence. We get it... we're gym people. Typically confined to the exercise, nutrition, and supplement spaces fitness people need to adapt just as much as the population we're trying to help does.  Once you know the areas in life that need attention (thereby establishing what's broken or busted) we can start to plan on how to evolve in certain areas. (spoiler alert - its much more than just what you e...2020-08-0626 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkIntermittent Fasting ...Should you?Intermittent fasting has really caught on the past few years. As with all things new in health and wellness there is a bunch of misleading guidance that can not only steer you in the wrong direction it could end up working against you in the long run.  In this episode, we review some of the basics about IF, how to implement it into your routine and if you're new to it and how to avoid the bad guidance that's floating around out there.  👤Connect with Team Sweeney:  IG Jenny Sweeney - https://www.ins...2020-08-0323 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkWhat Is ”Health”?It’s more than just the absence of disease. It’s more than having a 6-pack, it’s more than being able to run for 60 minutes, it’s more than being “skinny”. True health should incorporate not only the physical, but the mental, and emotional aspects of the individual as well. In this episode, we discuss how the ever-moving target of health and fitness has evolved over the past decade and for the most part left people confused and focused on “soft targets” that won’t lead to the state of health they are pursuing. 👤Connect wit...2020-07-3123 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkLearning How To Compartmentalize Your Nutrition StrategyOne of the biggest revelations we share with our clients is that "nobody expects you to be perfect".  If fact, it might come as a surprise to many but there is a way to drop the weight and keep it off with a lifestyle approach that lets you eat what you want - when you want. It's all about keeping your "boxes" in check (we'll get into what that means during the show). In this episode, we're bringing a new way of thinking to the nutrition conversation. The principles aren't rocket science but the application w...2020-07-2822 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBreaking with the COVID routine, Taking the show in a new directionIn the world we find ourselves in we're spending more and more time away from any semblance of a routine while struggling with the weight gain, the stress, the anxiety, and the fear of what our future holds. In other words "the new norm".  In this show, we discuss some of the challenges we've experienced professionally and personally as we transition to the new way of doing things.  We're also going to give a sneak-peak into the new direction we're taking the show moving forward. It's been a crazy first year but we're excited about th...2020-07-2436 minFood & FacilitiesFood & FacilitiesFood & Facilities 6/6/20: Brian Chau of Chau TimeIn this episode of Food & Facilities on CentralValleyTalk.com, our Marketing Director spoke with Brian Chau of Chau Time about how barriers in the food industry for entrepreneurs and responding to the pandemic with a new method of distribution.    You can contact Brian at chau-time.com and their social media.   Subscribe to West Coast Industrial Solutions Magazine to meet more amazing professionals like Brian and to stay up to date on safety and compliance news for all walks of agribusiness. www.wcismag.com/subscribe --- This episode is sponsored by · A...2020-06-1114 minCFO THOUGHT LEADERCFO THOUGHT LEADER588: FinTech Goes Beyond the Paycheck | Brian Whalen, CFO, BranchBack in 2008, when auction giant eBay acquired Bill Me Later (BML), a Maryland-based payment credit company, Brian Whalen and his BML colleagues breathed a sigh of relief. “We had just enough liquidity and options to give us the runway to sell to eBay and PayPal, so—from a learning perspective—it was really about asking the questions ‘How do you keep those options open?’ and ‘How do you keep your liquidity choices available to you so that you can capture the moment?’” says Whalen. Having served in a number business development roles at BML, he...2020-04-1231 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkWe‘re Not Dead ... Neither Are You.You're not dead. Chances are you're not going to die ... not anytime soon anyway. The external world is pushing in on your mind, your spirit, and the ethereal sense of being that we were holding onto before the 'rona changed our world. That's as bad as it's going to get though. You have to change. We have to change. You can either try to resist it (and drive yourself crazy) or embrace the opportunity you have and find the silver lining in all of this.    2020-04-0647 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkMember Spotlight - Kyle Bloch2020-02-1652 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkMember Spotlight w/ HeatherThis is an unbelievably inspiring story about the strength of the human spirit. Heather gets candid with us about the event that changed the course of her life forever and how that experience led to a new purpose and a new lease on life.  2020-01-2449 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkFinding Your Way Through Resolution BS & Managing ExpectationsIt's the new year - you may have felt pressured to start a new year fitness program, kick some bad habits, or just get your sh*t together. There are two "waves" of fitness gypsies this time of year, the people that jump into a new "thing" without planning and structure and those that look for something else to do by the middle of January. The second wave people represent the bulk of people that really want to make change in the coming year but have initially chosen an incompatible path.    We also get into ho...2020-01-1753 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonReal Estate Cost SegregationWe dive into a little detail about how cost segregation works in residential & commercial real estate.2020-01-1013 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkHoliday Show - Part IIThe nutrition side of the conversation and how to keep up with the difficult peeps on your life in food-filled wine-fest. :) 2019-12-2351 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkCelebrating Jenny‘s BirthdayThis is the greatest birthday song ever sung 🤣😂!!! Happy Birthday to Mrs. Weeney. Birfday Cake ... Written and performed by Omar K. Mills IG @omarkmills  2019-12-1701 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkHoliday Show - Part IPart one of a two-part series on ... nothing much at all. 😂 Chatting about what we love about the holidays and how to not come out on the other side of New Years up 10 pounds.  2019-12-0948 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonHow To Make $500,000 Tax FreeThis episode goes into detail about a real estate investor can make $500,000 of tax free income!2019-12-0616 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkYou Are Enough - The ”YOU” Graduate ProgramAt some point, the training wheels have to come off. No guru, graduate program, certification, mentor, or "coach" can get you to the top. Too many times we rely on the affirmation and guidance of other people and other things to prove to the world our value and worth. Copying someone successful doesn't translate to your success - being different does. Being original. Being confident. Being YOU. 2019-11-2550 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBeing Ugly ...Being ugly just to be ugly is a nasty condition that is running rampant in our society. Whether its opposing religious or political views or stirring conflicts with someone's level of fitness, social media trolls are set on making your life HELL. The answer to the problem doesn't start with them however, it's starts with you. Not only your response to their negativity but the level positivity you bring to the world as well.  2019-11-1538 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBreaking Plateaus -Plateaus happen - how you handle them can determine your success in the gym, your personal life, your professional life... whatever. Recognize that you have to not only have the mental grit to take it to the next level you'll also need to lean into several lifestyle anchors to keep you balanced and focused.  2019-11-0444 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSuccess Spotlight w/ Jackson MillerWe're excited to introduce Jackson Miller as our success spotlight on this episode. Having recently lost his wife of 20 years to cancer, his boot from political office, and becoming a single father Jackson epitomizes perseverance. Jackson share's his fitness journey as a 50-something-year-old and the challenges that drove him to a more active role in his new fitness community.  Have a question for Jackson about this show or would like to connect with him on social? Find him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jackson.h.miller or connect with him on his business page for Crossroads Rea...2019-10-2838 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkUnrealistic Expectations - How to Stay in Your WheelhouseThere are literally hundreds of fitness options available for even the pickiest consumer. Introvert ... no problem, stream fitness to the basement. No time ... no problem, set up a bike service, or home gym so you can grind at your convenience. Prefer the group atmosphere ... no problem, there is a plethora of options to choose from. And yet... we get bored, distracted, and disenchanted. The need to keep things fresh coupled with an "80/20" lifestyle can leave folks confused and unfocused.  We've got you covered.  2019-10-2334 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBeing a Douche On The WeekendsThe holiday season is fast approaching, which means there is a greater opportunity to take-in more food and drink calories while simultaneously producing less with your fitness (too tired, too lazy, social functions, lack of vitamin D, whatever). We'll review how to go on the offensive this season so you can still have fun, drink and be merry, and not end up with a post-holiday gut.  2019-10-0931 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify Network🎂Taking Inventory of PrioritiesHappy 50th BTDB Listeners!!  It's not all about what the scale says - seeing progress on the scale doesn't correlate to adopting a healthy lifestyle. At the end of the day people are people and if you don't give a sh*t for you ... your progress won't last.  2019-10-0238 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkHow to Age Gracefully - Unless You Drink, Smoke & Party Often. 😂Lots of folks work hard to hide their age. Mostly these are attempts to change the external image of one's self while downplaying or ignoring what's going on inside. Lifestyle, of course, can determine how rapidly we age (and how hard). It seems as if we like to pretend the process is limited to genetics but the stat shows we're more susceptible to outcomes based on choices rather than what mom and dad left us with.   2019-09-2644 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkCheat Codes & Not Being a Selfish Ass-Hat2019-09-2027 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkSad News - America 🇺🇸 is Fat In a society of tender feelings. Now you can't say something to somebody that's factually true. If truth hurts, you're not supposed to say it. I mean, it's cool to do every other kind of, you know, lie, but when you actually have to make somebody confront what's going on with them, calling somebody out on their crap, it's just not cool anymore. You know? So if somebody is living up, you know, if somebody is living a life that you think that it's putting them in danger, their own health and fitness, you're not allowed to point...2019-09-1845 minBeyond the Dumbbells ShowBeyond the Dumbbells ShowDieting Is For DummiesKeto diet? Low carb? High Protein? Banana diet (just like it sounds)? Potato diet? Apple vinegar diet (really)? 🤢😱 With so much, information/misinformation circulating in the health & fitness industry is it any wonder most of us struggle with which path to follow? Which GURU is right? What works best for your body? With over 60% of the population still categorized as overweight or obese, it's apparent a disconnect exists between those that have the information and those that need it.  Jenny & Brian share some history on what led us to our "current nutritional crisis" and how you can navigat...2019-01-2051 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkDieting Is For DummiesKeto diet? Low carb? High Protein? Banana diet (just like it sounds)? Potato diet? Apple vinegar diet (really)? 🤢😱 With so much, information/misinformation circulating in the health & fitness industry is it any wonder most of us struggle with which path to follow? Which GURU is right? What works best for your body? With over 60% of the population still categorized as overweight or obese, it's apparent a disconnect exists between those that have the information and those that need it.  Jenny & Brian share some history on what led us to our "current nutritional crisis" and how you can navigat...2019-01-2051 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkMotivation & MindsetIn this episode, we chat about the differences (and meanings) behind two of the most overly used and wildly misunderstood words in the industry. External and internal motivators can either be powerful allies or points of friction. Truly understanding what drives our motivations (personal history, expectations, parents, etc.) is a key step in defining our goals and the path we'll need to take to get there.  Jenny & Brian will also share how you can use "motivation & mindset" in other areas of your life - beyond just fitness. Being able to dig deeper into where your m...2019-01-0648 minBeyond the Dumbbells ShowBeyond the Dumbbells ShowMotivation & MindsetIn this episode, we chat about the differences (and meanings) behind two of the most overly used and wildly misunderstood words in the industry. External and internal motivators can either be powerful allies or points of friction. Truly understanding what drives our motivations (personal history, expectations, parents, etc.) is a key step in defining our goals and the path we'll need to take to get there.  Jenny & Brian will also share how you can use "motivation & mindset" in other areas of your life - beyond just fitness. Being able to dig deeper into where your m...2019-01-0648 minThe Amplify NetworkThe Amplify NetworkBackstory on BrianI'm the guy who was happiest as the class clown but was told early in my adult life that if I wanted to succeed professionally I'd have to hide my goofball-self. Finding my way back to the fitness industry has enabled me to re-center "me" and get to doing what God had in store for me.  Fitness people are not put together well - there is almost always a backstory that drives us to pursue a lifestyle in the health & fitness industry. We touch a little on how I got here in this episode - full transparency...2018-12-2713 minBeyond the Dumbbells ShowBeyond the Dumbbells ShowBackstory on BrianI'm the guy who was happiest as the class clown but was told early in my adult life that if I wanted to succeed professionally I'd have to hide my goofball-self. Finding my way back to the fitness industry has enabled me to re-center "me" and get to doing what God had in store for me.  Fitness people are not put together well - there is almost always a backstory that drives us to pursue a lifestyle in the health & fitness industry. We touch a little on how I got here in this episode - full transparency...2018-12-2713 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonStaying Focused In BusinessThe importance of staying focused and giving 100% of your time to the things that actually matter.2018-09-1507 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonHow To Legally Start A BusinessThis episode goes into a brief detail of how to start a business from a documentation standpoint. This talks about how to start a LLC and the paperwork that’s required and how to file and open up a business bank account2018-04-0412 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonFinancial Advisor vs. Robo Advisor vs. Doing it YourselfThis episode goes into brief detail about the differences, the pros and cons and the variations of a investment advisor a Robo advisor and doing it yourself.2018-03-2418 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonReal Estate vs Stock MarketBrief description and discussion about investing in real estate vs investing in the stock market. This has been a source for long discussion and argument sake for many years.2018-02-0803 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonRoth IRA’sShort description of what a Roth IRA is and how it can be used to your advantage2018-02-0804 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonCap RatesJust a brief description of how cap rates play a role in buying real estate2018-02-0703 minThe Investor LiaisonThe Investor LiaisonVolatility in the MarketsQuick breakdown of what took place over the last couple of days in the stock market2018-02-0704 minIt\'s a Good LifeIt's a Good LifeThe Rise of a Social Media Giant – with Shayne Sweeney #055“When you do something, do it better than you thought you could do.” — Shayne Sweeney Growing up in Northern California, Shayne Sweeney had a knack for computers. Although his hobby got him kicked out of high school, it set him on course to becoming the first engineer for Instagram. In this episode of Takeover Tuesday, Dermot Buffini asks Shayne all about his journey; from being expelled from high school to his time developing apps in San Francisco, including the start of Instagram. Shayne discusses his early web development successes and failures; how the release of the iP...2017-06-201h 04It\'s a Good LifeIt's a Good LifeThe Rise of a Social Media Giant – with Shayne Sweeney #055“When you do something, do it better than you thought you could do.” — Shayne Sweeney Growing up in Northern California, Shayne Sweeney had a knack for computers. Although his hobby got him kicked out of high school, it set him on course to becoming the first engineer for Instagram. In this episode of Takeover Tuesday, Dermot Buffini asks Shayne all about his journey; from being expelled from high school to his time developing apps in San Francisco, including the start of Instagram. Shayne discusses his early web development successes and failures; how the release of the iP...2017-06-201h 04