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Telltales
Trump's 2nd Term: Analyzing Retail, Energy, Banks, Pharma, PBMs, Fast Food and more (e2446)
In this episode, Mike Nicoletti, Jason Wallace, and Hunt Lawrence analyze market impacts of the developing Trump administration across various sectors.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:30 - Intro00:00:44 - World Oil Supply/Demand Analysis03:42 - US Gas Demand/Supply Overview04:40 - US Government Revenues and Expenses05:30 - UBER/DASH/ABNB/FIVE/HROW Analysis06:33 - Healthcare Sector (UNH/CVS/REGN/LLY)09:39 - Mining & Energy (FCX/ALB/CF/NEE)13:06 - Restaurant & Hospitality Stocks14:11 - Food & Beverage Sector15:19 - Pharmaceutical Companies16:20 - Industrial Equipment17:41 - Financial Sector Analysis20:58 - Natural Gas Companies21:27 - Oil Companies Review21:40 - Midstream Companies21:51 - Major Oil Comp...
2024-11-14
32 min
Telltales
Silicon Valley to Wall Street: AI Transformers Unfold (e2431)
Shownotes00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:56 - Market Update: Oil and Natural Gas• Oil pricing weakening; 4.4 million barrels of excess production capacity not being produced• Saudi Arabia and UAE may increase production in fall, causing near-month prices to drop• Natural gas trading very low due to oversupply; prices expected to improve in winter00:03:10 - U.S. Political Landscape and Budget• Discussion of Vice President Harris• Speculation on expiring Trump tax cuts and their impact on income tax revenue00:04:20 - Company Analysis: Retail and Transportation• 5 B...
2024-08-01
32 min
Telltales
Cashflow Insights: From Oil Markets to AI Innovations (e2420)
In this episode of the Telltales Podcast, hosts Mike Nicoletti, Jason Wallace, and Hunt Lawrence, aka Mr. Cashflow, delve into the crucial role of cashflow in investing, particularly focusing on the oil supply and demand dynamics, the energy sector, and the implications of geopolitical events on market risk. They also discuss U.S. government finances, investment strategies, and the tech landscape, including the competitive developments between OpenAI and Google, Apple's potential moves in AI, and the evolving digital payment ecosystem. Corporate finance strategies, market predictions, and the increasing influence of high-speed internet options like Starlink are also covered. The...
2024-05-16
36 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you organize yourself when starting a business? | One Good Question
This week’s question comes from Mike’s Instagram: “How do you organize your thoughts, wants, and plans when you’re building a business.” Everybody has their own personal organizational approaches (with varying degrees of success). We talk about what has worked for us. Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) ran the board and chimed in on this one.Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Share it with us on social media using the hashtag #onegoodquestion.Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!Check...
2024-05-10
16 min
Telltales
🇨🇳Assessing China Exposure - Memo Pages 1-20 (e2414)
00:00:39 Exhibit C: WORLD OIL SUPPLY / DEMAND 00:03:08 Exhibit B: US GAS DEMAND / SUPPLY 00:05:25 Exhibit A: US GOVT REVENUES AND EXPENSES 00:06:43 China Risk Discussion 00:07:33 Page 20: UBER / DASH / ABNB / FIVE / ETSY 00:08:24 Page 19: UNH / CVS / REGN / BIIB / LLY 00:09:12 Page 18: FCX / ALB / CF / NEE 00:10:26 Page 17: FDX / UPS / NKE / COST 00:11:23 Page 16: MCD / SBUX / CMG / CELH / HLT 00:12:36 Page 15: PFE / MRNA / LNTH / BNTX / VRTX 00:13:30 Page 14: CAT / DE / GNRC / TDG / FAST 00:15:07 Page 13: JPM / MS / GS 00:15:41 Page 12: AR / EQT / CHK / AM 00:16:13 Page 11: EOG / MGY / PR / FANG 00:16:38 Page 10: KMI / EPD / ET / WES 00:16:44 Page 9: XOM / CVX / COP / OXY / LNG 00:17:37 Page 8: WMT / TGT / LOW / HD / KMX 00:18:28 Page 7: MA / V / PYPL 00:18:51 Page 6: T...
2024-04-04
36 min
The Dividend Guy Blog Podcast
Stocks Sold: A Look Back at Mike’s Trades
There are three main good reasons to sell. How has Mike's buy-and-sell process served him so far? Was he right to sell Disney (DIS), McDonald's (MCD), Andrew Peller (AW.UN.TO), or Algonquin (AQN)? Here's a look at these and more of Mike's trades and what investors can learn from them. For the complete show notes, make sure to check out our website: thedividendguyblog.com/168 Pick among the best dividend growers; download the Dividend Rock Star List. Twitter: @TheDividendGuy FB: http://bit.ly/2Z7Q5gF YouTube: http://bit.ly/2Zs6r1r...
2024-04-03
41 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is fitness (social media) back? Do we have FOMO from missing the Arnold?
Mike shares some signs that fitness social media and YouTube are regaining some of their old traction (2015-17 vibes, anyone?). Even attendance at the Arnold seems to be on the upswing again. Speaking of the Arnold, are we bummed that we didn’t go this year after making a return as spectators last year? Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila) ran the board and joined us for this one.Deep question this week. What is your biggest fear? We learned something about each other with this one.Do you have a question for one of our Fri...
2024-03-13
48 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you stick with a lifting hobby for the long haul? | Crew Show
We’ve all seen lifters go hard at the beginning and then burn out fast. Is it possible to pace yourself and continue to enjoy it year after year? Is competing the answer? We start off with trying to get consensus on what kinds of dogs we remind each other of. Mike accuses Matt of being into Warhammer, and we wonder if ren fairs are still a thing. Our own Avi Lieu (@avi.lieu), Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila), and Matt Ogihara (@matt_ogi), joined us for this one.Do you have a question for one of ou...
2024-02-28
1h 11
3 Minute Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️ WcDonalds
Kathryn will pay up to $70 for an immersive McD experience
2024-02-27
05 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Are saunas best for recovery? | One Good Question
This week’s question comes from our Discord (goodcompanydiscord.com). Bronzielocks asked, “Can you talk about using the sauna for recovery? Or what are your favorite recovery activities?” With all the fads in the fitness space, what --- in our opinions – actually works for us? Our own Avi Lieu (@avi.lieu), Sebastian Brambila (@sebastian_brambila), and Matt Ogihara (@matt_ogi) joined us for this one.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd--5538735/support.Do you have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question”...
2024-02-23
11 min
F-Buddies with Mike and Andy
Episode 114 - Ferg Fest '24 COMING SOON (F-Buddies with Mike & Andy)
Mike Wendt and Andy Ferg announce the upcoming Food Truck Festival happening this year. A guy in Ireland thinks 81 beers in 3 days is "impressive." McD's are all over the place with their prices and are releasing the Quad Mac! Plus, snow storms, MILF life crisis, and other nonsense. This ain't your average food show... this is the food show you deserve. It's F-BUDDIES! Special THANKS to The Gary Girolamo Group, Ben Franklin Print Co., Twisted Fate Brewing, Anthony's Roast Beef, Giovanni's Roast Beef & Alcohol Amor for sponsoring this week's episode! Thanks to the very talented Mark DiChiara for the...
2024-01-17
2h 13
Hamburger Business Review Podcast
HBR Holiday Special
Does McDonalds even celebrate the holidays? They did come out with a “holiday pie” but it doesn’t seem very festive. Back in 2000 they seemed to love Santa…Retail sales are expected to be up this holiday season, with bars and restaurants leading the way, so you’d think McDonalds would be leaning into the holiday cheer. But maybe when you are so dominant in the IEO space you don't need to flaunt it?What’s IEO? They kept saying it at the Investor Day presentation and I had to look it up. It’s the McDonald’s...
2023-12-20
19 min
Telltales
Analyzing the Memo: A Deep Dive into Pages 13-18
In this week’s episode...[00:01:17] Energy Sector: Kickstarting the episode with a discussion on the current trends and future prospects in the energy sector. What does the landscape look like, and what should investors be aware of?[00:06:01] Banking: Analyzing the financial health and performance of JPMorgan Chase (JPM), Morgan Stanley (MS), and Goldman Sachs (GS). What do these banks have in store for investors?[00:06:54] Industrial and Construction: Delving into Caterpillar (CAT), Deere & Company (DE), and other key players. How are these companies navigating the current economic climate?[00:08:51] Pharmaceutical Innovators: A look at...
2023-11-02
30 min
Son of a Lunch Lady
#33 - Pour One Out for the Lord ft Jimmy Chuckles
Jimmy Chuckles joins the Oddcast to catch up on if @taylorswift and @killatrav are dating, pouring one out to the Lord and much more! 0:00 - Opening tidbits 1. Mike’s not a headliner but he did a headlining set. It went okay. 6:54 2. Mike and Meg went troll hunting. 8:03 - Reading Comments 17:34 - Weird World Activity 1. McDonald’s getting rid of the self serve soda dispensers 21:21 Special Guest: Jimmy Chuckles 1. A random woman yells at Chuck because of his shirt 26:50 2. Travis Kelce and T Swift Super Bowl Theory 30:38 3. David pours one out for the Lord - Would you? * Tix to all shows and...
2023-09-21
45 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What sucks (and doesn’t suck) about home gyms? | Topic Thunder Rewind
We’re taking a short Labor Day break and have this classic Topic Thunder (our panel format) episode. Labor Day Weekend is always a good time to fill in the gaps in your wardrobe! Head over to 3sb.co and use the code “pod” for 10% off your entire order. Original show notes: In this mini-episode, we share are thoughts and experiences with lifting in home gyms versus commercial gyms. The pandemic forced a lot of people into home gym situations. Some people hated it, while others joined the ra...
2023-09-01
12 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What’s your gym fit inspiration?
This week’s question from our Discord member, msoli: “You have talked extensively about how style or fashion has come from the hip hop community, the skateboarding community, and the basketball community. Where do you see style coming from now? The same places? Somewhere new? Does it matter based on your age?” Mike heads design for Good Company Apparel, so this question is mostly for him.___ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. Join...
2023-08-19
16 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
The most complicated part of owning a gym in 2023?
This week’s question comes from social media, and Mike gets it pretty often: “What’s the most complicated part of owning a gym?” Owning any business is complicated. Which complications are specific to gyms? Our own Avi Lieu join us for this one. You can find her on IG @avi.lieu. ___ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com! Check out our gym (Third Street Barbe...
2023-08-11
14 min
Hamburger Business Review Podcast
Grinding It Out with Chris K.
Grinding It Out is the title of Ray Kroc’s 1977 autobiography and also an aspect of the personality that is needed to run the vast and massively powerful McDonald’s Corporation. Throughout the ten episodes of Hamburger Business Review we’ve taken to referring to the CEO as sitting on the Golden Throne."When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground." -Cersei LannisterThere have only been 10 CEOs of McDonald’s:* Ray Kroc: 1961 to 1973* Fred Turner 1973: to 1989* Michael Quinlan: 1989 to 1998* J...
2023-07-26
29 min
Telltales
2023.28 Unearthing Value in the Tech Sector: A Deep Dive into AI and Free Cash Flow
Show NotesHunt begins the podcast with a discussion on AI's role in software companies and the impact of recent actions by OPEC, Russia, and Saudi Arabia on world oil demand.There is a detailed conversation about exhibits A, B, and C, reflecting on current trends in world oil demand, gas numbers, and the impact of the debt ceiling agreement.Various companies across different sectors are examined in-depth, with a focus on free cash flow. These include NVEC, United Health, CVS, Chipotle, Vertex, Lantheus, and more.Mike brings up the transformative...
2023-07-13
28 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Fake fast food meat?
This week’s One Good Question actually comes from some comments on Mike’s Instagram.Does a certain fast food restaurant use meat that’s not really meat? And is the occasional fast food meat not that big a deal? Avi Lieu joins us for this one. You can find her on Instagram @avi.lieu. ____ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com! Check out our gym (T...
2023-06-30
18 min
80 of the 80s Music Podcast
#29: Michael McDonald - Sweet Freedom (Part 1: Mike McD vs The World)
Featuring, Guest Judge: DJ Jack Falcon, in an episode so epic, we had to split it in two! It’ll take a game show battle for the ages to finally determine: Is Michael McDonald worthy of bestowment into the 1980s Halls of History? Beware Mr. McD, many opponents – including your arch nemesis, Kenny Loggins – await. :01: Michael McDonald vs. The World :36: Commercial Break :38: Michael McDonald vs. The World BONUS ROUNDS :54: Commercial Break :56: So, what do we think about Depeche Mode's Memento Mori? 1:00: More new albums from Alison Goldfrapp, Enforcer, and Pe...
2023-06-16
1h 09
Telltales
2023.24 $NVDA Cashflow Outlook & Expanding the Energy Drink Market with $CELH
Episode Chapters[00:00:44] Exhibit C: Oil Supply & Demand[00:04:35] Exhibit B: Natural Gas[00:07:56] Exhibit A: US Gov Cashflow[00:09:46] Page 12: Gas Companies $AR $EQT $CHK [00:11:28] Exhibit B & Page 12: Gas Q&A[00:13:54] Other Macro[00:15:39] Page 3: $NVDA $AMD $INTC $TSM / $ASML [00:25:46] Page 8: $KMX , $WMT , $TGT , $LOW , $HD [00:26:46] Page 16: $CELH $MCD $SBUX $CMG [00:30:37] Page 8: $KMX $CVNA [00:31:15] Sign-offIf you are new, welcome! If you haven’t subscribed, join crew by subscribing here: 🎧 To listen to the podcast, click play button...
2023-06-15
33 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is there a legit case against sumo?
With the IPF now discussing banning sumo deadlifts, we try to come up with legitimate reasons (other than social media scrubs not liking them) why they shouldn’t be allowed in competition? Will this subject ever die? We start off talking about Mike’s recent trip to Alphaland and Corrupted Strength. Avi Lieu joins us for this one. You can find Avi on Instagram @avi.lieu. ____ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. If your question is picked, you’ll g...
2023-05-10
45 min
Sunday Papers
Sunday Papers w/Greg and Mike Ep 163 5/7/23
We’re on strike! Not as podcasters but as writers. Louisville has been letting 10-yr-olds work at McD’s, but Utah won’t let 24 yr-olds work in porn. The Navy has drag queens and Tucker Carlson has some rules about how white men should fight.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-07
1h 19
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What’s the greatest gift powerlifting has given you? | Topic Thunder
Deep thought question: What’s the greatest gift has powerlifting given you? Strength? Friends? Purpose? Goals? Confidence? The crew weighs in with some heartfelt responses. Joe Stanek (@joe_gameday) sat in as guest host on this one, along with Mike, Nico (@nicoflores83kg), and Elexa (@nanoo31).____Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com! Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com https://www.th...
2023-04-14
09 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Do audio books count as reading? | Topic Thunder
Is listening to a book on audio the same thing as reading the words with your eyes? Is there a downside to only listening? There’s more disagreement on this than you might think. Joe Stanek (@joe_gameday) sat in as guest host on this one, along with Mike, Nico (@nicoflores83kg), and Elexa (@nanoo31).____ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion.Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com! Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdS...
2023-03-31
07 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Rewind: Dr. Mike Israetel on nutrient timing
We’re on a production break for a couple of weeks or so due to a trip out of the country, so we’re revisiting some valuable episodes from the beginning (and original format) of the show. (Plus, you get to hear us to an ad read we didn’t have time to cut out.)Here’s the original description of this episode:We’ve heard for years that WHEN you eat can make a huge difference. We’ve also heard that WHEN we eat carbs…or fat…or protein…can be critical to making the biggest gains, or losing the most...
2023-03-29
31 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is texting cheating? | Topic Thunder
Simple enough question, and yet... If you’re in a relationship, is texting with someone that it’s possible that you could be in a relationship with at some point considered cheating? Joe Stanek (@joe_gameday) sat in as guest host on this one, along with Mike, Nico (@nicoflores83kg), and Elexa (@nanoo31).____Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion.Join our Discord for free at goodcompanydiscord.com!
2023-03-24
08 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What’s the best condiment? | Topic Thunder
What’s your go-to that perks up any meal? Mike thinks he has the ultimate answer. (He’s wrong. The correct answer not appearing in this episode is salt.) Our own Kyle Castro and Sebastian Brambila on Instagram join us for this one. Kyle’s on Instagram at @kyle.castroo and Sebastian at @sebastian_brambila . ____ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. If your question is picked, you’ll get something special from us! Join our Dis...
2023-01-04
07 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Why do coaches need coaches?
This week’s One Good Question comes from our Discord: Iced-T asks: “Why is it that I keep seeing people offer coaching but they have a coach themselves? No hate here just a good example, I have noticed Mike keeps referring to a coach since his latest push for a deadlift PR while he also just recently opened up applications for coaching of his own.” Maybe the better question is, what kind of progress can you make coaching yourself? ____ Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Que...
2022-12-16
13 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
From powerlifting to marathons with Joe Grinstain
Our friend and local gym (HyperThrive Athletics) owner, Joe Grinstain, got bored with powerlifting meets and decided to find something else to compete in. He chose running, and he recently qualified for the 2024 Boston Marathon. We talk about how he made the leap into marathons, and what his training, lifting, and nutrition look like. We kick it off with a topic from a previous episode. Why would anyone make a young kid do a wall sit so long that he’s in tears? What would that accomplish and why are people defending it on Mike’s TikTok?
2022-12-14
1h 18
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Tradeoffs when you trade in your 9-5? | One Good Question
From 3SB Discord member msoli7:For Jim more so: As someone that pivoted from a traditional career into fitness/gym ownership/content creation what were the tradeoffs? Is there a best time in your life to do it or anything that specifically made you successful? For Mike along the same lines but if you did a 9-5 what could you see yourself doing?Our answers are probably NOT what you’d expect!____Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and use the hashta...
2022-11-11
17 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Converse Weapons, killer wasps, and morning planks on the toilet
The audio for this episode is a bit rougher than normal. Check the opening note for explanation. We’re joined by Dean Saddoris and Kyle Castro to discuss…well…stuff. We review a high-top shoe commercial from 1986 and talk about the trajectory of athlete and influencer marketing. Dean describes an encounter with a killer wasp. Mike describes his somewhat acrobatic approach to that morning pee.You can find Dean on IG @deansaddoris.ck and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s on Instagram at @kyle.castroo .____Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Quest...
2022-11-04
1h 23
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is sumo actually HARDER than conventional?
Our own Avi Lieu and Kyle Castro chop it up with us as ponder this and a few more questions. Is Ye smart, mentally ill, or both? Is using Melanotan worth having an orange dick? Does the Liver King have fake abs? Is being humble critical to good sportsmanship? Or is it ok to be a hot dog, and to publicly celebrate your victories? Is Conor McGregor’s trash talk overrated? Would Mike be a good dad?We had a lot of fun with this one. You can find Avi on Instagram @avi.lieu and Tiktok @av...
2022-10-27
1h 10
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Kobe, Coach K, and the Redeem Team (Documentary Review)
As the NBA prepares to take the courts for the 2022-23 season, we take a look a new Netflix documentary about the 2008 US Olympic basketball team, Redeem Team. How much do coaches affect winning? How did a team full of NBA talent ever manage to lose on the world stage? Could anyone by Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski have gotten this team on the same page? When Kobe Bryant entered a team whose chemistry had really already gelled, how did he overcome his reputation as a selfish player?More about the documentary here.____...
2022-10-12
1h 17
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Does music make you lift better?
This is a bit of a shorter episode, due to Jim’s laryngitis. Does music, maybe even specific music really make you lift better? We talk about what motivates us, and how and when to use external motivators like music, ammonia, or what ever does it for you.Listener resources:Research on music and liftingThird Street Barbell PlaylistSilent Mike Playlist Mike's Feel Good Playlist ____Have a question for one of our Friday “One Good Question” episodes? Hit us up on social media and us...
2022-10-05
37 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Would you rather miss an open lay-up or get posterized? | July Q and A
Haven’t done one of these in a minute. What are our favorite chocolate and non-chocolate candiesWould Mike rather miss an open layup or get posterized for game winning point?What’s our most viewed piece of content…and which are we the most proud of?When is a good time for someone relatively new to lifting to start using accessories? We also discuss a recent survey about high-quality vs. “cheap but trendy” apparel – and we attempt to get to the bottom of the definition of a “power bottom”Have...
2022-07-21
53 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Hustle (2022): Finally another good Adam Sandler sports movie?
We take a look at the 2022 Netflix film “Hustle” starring Adam Sandler, Queen Latifa, and more NBA cameo appearances than maybe any movie ever. Can an aging basketball scout make an NBA star out of a street baller from Spain? Is this basketball Rocky? Or basketball Creed?Dean Saddoris of Caffeine & Kilos is back for this discussion. Mike kicks us off with a question: Is there any upside for a celebrity or athlete to discuss whether they’re natty or not? Why even bother to address steroids at all? You can find Dean on IG @deansaddoris.ck and...
2022-07-13
1h 10
conventioNOT Podcast
A Father’s Tale - Dan Sinnott Sr
Dan Sinnott Sr has experienced more in a single lifetime than most families. He was a young man when he realized that the life of a Detroit Police Officer - and the negative experiences life as a cop brought wasn't for him. Sure, lots of guys switch careers... but this guy, a man with a desire for adventure, decided to be an educator. You'll have to listen to the episode for the details, but Dan eventually moves halfway across the world, young family in tow. It's pretty obvious somewhere along the line, he also honed his talents...
2022-06-20
1h 14
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is the new Top Gun any good? Is either of them a sports movie?
This is our first shot at taking a look at a huge box office hit (Top Gun – 1986) that Mike had never seen and combined that with the opportunity to watch its huge box office hit sequel (Top Gun – Maverick). Dan Stornaiuolo (@bigdan916) joined us to compare these fighter jock flicks. Is the new one actually better? Is there volleyball? Does a sports movie have to have sports to be a sports movie? Spoiler warning for both movies, but if you haven’t seen the first one 36 years after it was released we can’t really help you. Hav...
2022-06-08
1h 04
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Do we need a strength sports Justice League? Plus thoughts on WSM
Should there be more coordination around the timing of the biggest events in strength sports? Is there so little overlap among the different fan bases that it doesn’t matter? We also break down our thoughts on the different competitive formats of the sports. Mike starts us off with his quest to find something to make Greek yogurt more palatable. Have a question for us? Hit us up on social media and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. If your question is picked, you’ll get something special from us!Join our Discord for free! https://disc...
2022-06-02
50 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Tyson (2008) documentary review
We took on the sometimes confusing and stylistically odd documentary Tyson, about the life and career of the often confusing and confounding former heavyweight boxing champ, Mike Tyson. Seemingly shot and edited in a style intended to convey just what goes on inside the head of one of the most electric sports figures ever, we break down what worked and didn’t work for us. More than anything, we were fascinated by all the crazy things he accomplished through brute strength and sheer force of will. Dean Saddoris of Caffeine & Kilos is back for this discussion. You can fi...
2022-05-25
55 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Dr. Mike Battaglino: How to check in with that buddy you’re worried about | Mental Health Awareness Month
We always think of him as “70s Big Mike” but Dr . Mike Battaglino is an educator for the Department of the Air Force, Air Force Veteran, Adjunct Professor and competitive Strongman. Throughout these varied endeavors, Mike has become passionate about raising awareness for mental health, particularly for men where help-seeking is often stigmatized. In addition to raising money and awareness for Movember each year, Mike also facilitates the Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training course and Mental Health First Aid.We dive into the question of how to have the difficult discussions about mental health, Resilience Training, and how nega...
2022-05-10
1h 25
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Tony Gentilcore: Catching up with Tony G
Tony Gentilcore is a personal trainer & strength and conditioning coach located in Boston, MA. He's a co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance where he worked as coach from 2007-2015. He now owns and operates his own gym in Brookline, MA called CORE Collective where he helps regular people re-connect with their inner athlete. His writing has been featured on reputable publications such as T-Nation.com, the PTDC, and Men's Health. In addition, he's the co-author of The Complete Shoulder & Hip Blueprint and eats a disgusting amount of cheese on a weekly basis. Tony and Jim met in the early 2000s on...
2022-04-20
1h 00
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Looking back – Episode 200
We reflect some on the history of this show and chat about the nearly 400 combined podcast episodes we’ve done together. In addition to a few other topics, we get into the value of coaching relationships and why Mike doesn’t coach anymore, and how friction in business relationships is actually a good thing. Have a question for us? Hit us up on social media (or our discord) and use the hashtag #onegoodquestion. If we pick your question for a Friday show, you’ll get a prize from 3sb.co! Join our Discord for free! https://discord.com/invite/XVvJ5eNzdq...
2022-04-06
1h 13
The Restaurant Report
199. Crypto Impact on Restaurants - Fresh Mex Moves and McD Goes All-in on Podcasts
Crypto Impact on RestaurantsRestaurant Revitalization Fund is dropped from omnibus spending bill as hope for relief dwindles. The second round of restaurant relief will not be included in the omnibus spending bill expected to be voted on by Friday. The rallying cry for a last-ditch effort to include another round of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund in President Biden’s spending package was led by Senate Small Business chair Sen. Benjamin Cardin (D-Maryland) and Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) in February. Torchy’s Tacos founder Mike Rypka is back as CEO, the company said Thursday.Fresh Mex Move...
2022-03-22
20 min
Reborn with Ashley Horner
Insights from Third Street Barbell's ’Silent Mike’ Farr
“Silent Mike” Farr is a content creator and influencer whose fitness training, gaming and fashion videos have drawn millions of viewers. He’s also the founder of the Third Street Barbell gym and apparel line, and co-hosts the popular podcast 50% Facts with Silent Mike and Jim McD.On today’s episode of Reborn, Ashley catches up with Mike, and learns how he got into powerlifting, hears about the opening of his new gym Third Street Barbell and the vision behind it, and Mike gives advice to listeners interested in opening up a gym.
2022-02-11
1h 09
Hot Spotting Real Estate Podcast with Mike Tohikian
Hot Spotting Real Estate Podcast - Ep.1 - Rona Gaur & Ronia Lutfi
In today's Hot Spotting Real Estate Podcast we'll be chatting with Rona Gaur & Ronia Lutfi.Rona is a National Real Estate Manager at McDonalds and Ronia is a Director of Real Estate for WingStop Western Region . Topics DiscussedOur guests open up about what, when and how they go into commercial real estate and what their current job roles entailDiscussion about challenges faced when first starting in the commercial real estate industryCOVID's impact on brand expansion, sales, and job performanceNetworking within the industry (ICSC) Pet peeves when it comes to getting deals done
2022-01-05
48 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What do we hate to see in the gym? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
Is curling in the squat rack a huge break of gym etiquette or just a practical solution? Is loading the leg press up with every plate in the gym, five linebackers, and 7 cheerleaders a good move? Does training on an inflated half-sphere ever make sense? And is there a better drink holder than a reverse hyper? Our friend and gym member Dan Storniuolo @stormcloud415 joins us, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here. Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com and sub...
2021-11-19
12 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What’s a good protein source and why does everyone think it’s peanut butter? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
Everybody loves peanut butter, or do they? Many people love it so much that they think it’s a great protein source, but it’s not relative to its calorie count. We talk about the allure of nut butters, what we like and don’t like, and which protein sources actually make more sense for someone on a diet. Our friend and gym member Dan Storniuolo @stormcloud415 joins us, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here. Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStr...
2021-11-12
11 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Should you be trying to get dates at the gym? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
We discuss the rights and wrongs of trying to get dates, or even talk to strangers, at the gym. Can you do it without throwing up red flags? Are there times that it’s ok, and times it’s really not ok? Our friend and gym member Dan Storniuolo @stormcloud415 joins us, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here. Check out our gym (Third Street Barbell) at ThirdStreetBarbell.com and subscribe for updates about our apparel line at 3sb.co! Local memberships and international fresh...
2021-11-06
13 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Foam rollers, mobility, etc.: What interventions actually helped us? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
We discuss which strategies for dealing with the aches and pains of both lifting and life have worked for us. We’ve seen both scams and actual relief. We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here. Listener resources: Layne Norton on blood flow restriction training. Andy Galpin on Cold and Heat shock proteins. Check out our gym (Third St...
2021-10-29
12 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Should stringers be banned? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
We take a lighthearted look at the world’s most minimal gym wear. Are stringer tanks a fashion statement or just a way to get around the rules that make you wear a shirt in the gym? Should they be banned, or should only some people be allowed to wear them? We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel...
2021-10-22
10 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What sucks (and doesn’t suck) about home gyms? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
In this mini-episode, we share are thoughts and experiences with lifting in home gyms versus commercial gyms. The pandemic forced a lot of people into home gym situations. Some people hated it, while others joined the ranks of long-time home gym lovers What’s missing when you lift at home? And what makes it better than lifting away from home? We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. You can check out the vid...
2021-10-15
12 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Who you gonna let yuck your organic yum? | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
Welcome to another short Friday episode of the show we’re now calling “Topic Thunder with the Gossip Boyz” (subject to change). In this episode, we discuss not so much whether organic food is better but whether we should pay any attention to “influencers” on either side of the issue. We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here: Check out...
2021-10-08
10 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Does giving up “self love” equal “self improvement?” | The “no fap” trend | Topic Thunder (Mini-episode)
Welcome to another short Friday episode of the panel discussion segment we’re now calling “Topic Thunder with the Gossip Boyz” (subject to change). In this episode, we take on the “No Fap” trend which has guys (and maybe girls?) give up masturbation in order to gain more focus, get stronger, etc. We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. You can check out the video version of this episode on Mike’s channel here...
2021-10-01
12 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Who are you really training to impress? | "Topic Thunder" Mini-episode
We wanted to share a side project that we’re working on. It’s a panel show that mostly relies on opinions – some outrageous, some insightful, and some just well…funny. All packed into roughly ten minutes. We’re joined on the panel by Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos, and our gym manager, Kyle Castro. You can find Dean on Instagram @deansaddoris.ck, and at caffeineandkilos.com. Kyle’s at @kyle.castroo. In this episode, we discuss to what extent people workout to attracted attention from the opposite sex…or respect from the same sex (or vice versa). You can check out...
2021-09-24
11 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Documentaries about star athletes we didn’t know were trans (Part 2)
We spend a couple of episodes talking about a couple of high profile (in their sports) transgender athletes through the lens of documentaries about their lives: “Transformer” about the life of powerlifter/bodybuilder Janae Kroczaleski, and “Untold: Caitlyn Jenner” about the 1976 US Olympic Decathlon gold medal winner. Most people did not know either was transgender when they were at the peak of their careers and they were held up as heroic male icons. In part two, we discuss the impact their gender identity struggles may have had on their competitive success. It’s probably not necessary to have seen the documentar...
2021-09-22
49 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Documentaries about star athletes who were secretly transgender (Part 1)
We spend a couple of episodes talking about a couple of high profile (in their sports) transgender athletes through the lens of documentaries about their lives: “Transformer” about the life of powerlifter/bodybuilder Janae Kroczaleski, and “Untold: Caitlyn Jenner” about the 1976 US Olympic Decathlon gold medal winner. Most people did not know either was transgender when they were at the peak of their careers and they were held up as heroic male icons. In part one, we focused mostly on contrasting what we knew of these athletes going in with how they are portrayed in the documentaries, how they became involved...
2021-09-16
45 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Do we need heroes?
Humans seek heroes. They probably always have, but is this a good thing? And who qualifies as a hero? Can you be considered a hero just because of your job title? Does performing a heroic act make someone a hero? Do heroes have to be perfect people in all aspects of their lives? Where should we draw the line between being inspired by heroes and patterning our lives after them? Mike kicks off the episode with observations on the unnecessary stigma surrounding “kid foods” like chicken nuggets. Listener resources: In case you’re not familiar with the Hero’s Journey. Psycholo...
2021-09-10
56 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
“Untold: Malice in the Palace” Documentary Review – How did the Pacers-Pistons brawl really start?
The 2021 Netflix documentary “Untold: Malice in the Palace” unpacks some overlooked elements of a riot that broke out during an Indiana Pacers/Detroit Pistons in November 2004. The careers of Pacers’ Jermaine O’Neal, Reggie Miller, Stephen Jackson, and Ron Artest (Metta World Peace) were all impacted in the aftermath. All but Miller received suspensions…and he chose to retire at the end of the season (his 18th}. Many involved in the melee also faced criminal charges. All of this coming after the small-market Pacers were widely believed to be on track for an NBA title. NBA rules also changed in the afterm...
2021-08-19
1h 01
conventioNOT
#72 - A Grow Culture - Graham Meriwether
Graham Meriwether started his career as a filmaker in an interesting way, chasing bodies around the streets of Detroit. Even though the young documentatian hadn't found his calling, he knew that he was inspired enough to create content that mattered. By the time he turned his focus to his bigger films like American Meat and Farmers For America, he'd filmed countless dead bodies and foraged the Detroit Police Department's Delta Zones and produced content for The Julliard School of Dance. American Meat eventually became his first theatrical release and It contrasts industrial feedlots with Joel Salatin's Polyface Farms, a model wh...
2021-07-22
1h 15
2 Buds Talk Stocks
16. Stock talk about CMG, MCD, Breaking Bad and more!
Join Nate and Mike in the third part of their ETF discussion as they wrap $EATZ with restaurant talk about Chipotle ($CMG) and McDonald’s ($MCD). All this and more!
2021-07-20
41 min
Trek Talk with Tech and Kirk
Trek Talk - Episode 45 - Jim McD (50% facts)
Techman16 and StrangeKirk speak with Jim McD from 50% facts podcast and nerd about star trek. Check out Jim McD's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/50-facts-with-silent-mike-jim-mcd/id710541646 and follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejimmcd/?hl=en Topics covered: - The original podcast that Jim McD started and how it grew. - Awesome story about Jim meeting his wife and taking her to see Star Trek the motion picture. - Crazy story about Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan. - Talk various things about...
2021-07-20
1h 38
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Does being “disciplined” in the gym automatically carry over to anything else? | June Q & A
Mike brings a “hot take Tuesday” issue to the table. Is how you do one thing really how you do everything? Other questions include whether we’re getting any World’s Strongest Man visitors? Do we have hobbies outside the gym? What’s our gym equipment wish list? What surprised us most about the process of starting a business? Finally, we discuss where we think the fitness industry is in its business cycle. Other than some contraction among some large gym chains, are there other pockets of the industry going through contraction and retrenchment? Check out our new gym (Third Street Bar...
2021-06-17
1h 00
#mindhint
#36. McD x BTS
Yang lagi VIRAL... Dan apa faktor yang membuatnya menjadi VIRAL..Pssttt.. bisa kamu praktekan di BISNISmu sendiri
2021-06-11
11 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
“Super Size Me” – How did this junk food movie fool anyone? | Review and reaction
The 2004 Morgan Spurlock documentary, “Super Size Me” posited that fast food – and a sedentary lifestyle – caused America’s growing obesity epidemic. Spurlock spent 30 days eating food from McDonald’s three meals a day for 30 days, and cut his normal exercise to zero to “prove” the ill effects of these choices. Dean Saddoris of Caffeine and Kilos joins us for this episode. Mike and Dean had seen the film years ago and watched again recently. Jim had not seen it before. How much of it is still believable? What are the most problematic elements today? Does it tell the truth or is it just telli...
2021-06-03
1h 20
conventioNOT
#69 - Culinary Cousins - conventioNOT Masters
Our love for food and flavors is pretty evident in the conventioNOT episode archives. Mike and McD have interviewed cookbook authors, pit masters and chefs more than a few times. Those familiar with the show have heard their origin stories and these three showed up ready to break down all things food and even get a little personal about the challenges facing their businesses, insight for the future and their favorite gadgets.
2021-03-29
1h 10
conventioNOT Podcast
#69 - Culinary Cousins - conventioNOT Masters
Our love for food and flavors is pretty evident in the conventioNOT episode archives. Mike and McD have interviewed cookbook authors, pit masters and chefs more than a few times. The only thing tough about bringing chefs Chris Warsow, Lawrence LaPianta & Will Branch for this expert roundtable was narrowing them down for the episode. We even pulled this one off without a technical hitch. Those familiar with the show have heard their origin stories and these three showed up ready to break down all things food and even get a little personal about the challenges fa...
2021-03-29
1h 10
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What do you need to know when starting a gym (or any business)?
This started out as a question asked on Mike’s Instagram: What did we learn in starting a gym? It quickly evolved into a larger discussion of the challenges associated with starting any business. We cover some of our previous experiences (this is not our first rodeo) and how they informed our approach to what we’ve been working on for the last year. It’s fair to say that we’ve learned at least as much about ourselves and each other as we have actual business knowledge. Some of the topics: If you can’t come up with a succinct p...
2021-03-18
57 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What do regular gym guys think of powerlifting? w/Fat Dan & his brothers from the Bridge to Bridge Podcast
We brought in two of our buddy Dan Stornaiuolo’s hilarious and engaging brothers, Dom and Mike, to give an outsider’s perspective on powerlifting accomplishments – particularly their “little” brother’s lifting. Don and Mike host the Bridge to Bridge Podcast featuring interviews with SF Bay Area sports figures. Both grew up as athletes, so we unpack and contrast training and competition experiences among various sports. Other questions that came up: Do Silent Mike and Dom look alike and what celebrities do they remind people of? What activities have they used to stay sane during the pandemic? Why can nobody locate their...
2021-03-03
1h 01
conventioNOT Podcast
People and Possibility - Brett M Cooper
Brett M Cooper's early career in global businesses is nothing to shake a stick at. He focused on process, lean organizations and the actions it takes to be highly profitable. Through his time, he noticed that something was often overlooked: the social skills required by leaders to motivate people. Fair warning, McD and Brett start to really nerd out on their commonalities before Mike interrupts and brings the two back from outer space - and some kind of deep space nine discussion. Thankfully, this makes space for Brett to talk about his passions as a dad, an a...
2021-03-02
1h 18
conventioNOT
#66 - People and Possibility - Brett M Cooper
Brett M Cooper and Ryan begin to nerd out on their commonalities before Mike brings the two back from outer space - and some kind of deep space nine discussion about six sigma. conventioNOT listeners don't need to be part of a big company with deep pockets to take advantage of Cooper's teachings. After listening to the show, you'll find that he gives a FREE offer to get a copy of his new book, Solving the People Problem.
2021-03-02
1h 18
conventioNOT
#65 - Intersectional Trail - Neel Agrawal
Just typing out Neel Agrawal’s resume would burst the character limit on most Podcast platforms that stream conventioNOT’s episodes. Thankfully, the Lord Huron Drummer joins Mike & McD in an exhilarating biography that spans Neel’s youth, lugging a violin case in cold Michigan winters, hustling through law school, becoming a world-class musician and even playing on stage at Coachella.
2021-02-17
1h 17
conventioNOT Podcast
Mastering 2021 - conventioNOT
Co-hosts Mike and McD get back to basics with our first episode of the year. The guys don't usually get into politics, but they do share the happenings in their lives and the things we want to accomplish in 2021. They're thankful for 2020's wins and curious about quarantine challenges state by state and dive into a couple goals - including Ryan's lates bourbon trip and new mastermind group. Most people are streaming more TV now... and listeners get a treat to hear about what we're watching and why. A couple predictions from McD later, it seems like w...
2021-01-27
56 min
conventioNOT
#63 - Mastering 2021 - conventioNOT
Co-hosts Mike and McD get back to basics with our first episode of the year. The guys don't usually get into politics, but they do share the happenings in their lives and the things we want to accomplish in 2021.They're thankful for 2020's wins and curious about quarantine challenges state by state and dive into a couple goals - including Ryan's lates bourbon trip and new mastermind group. Most people are streaming more TV now... and listeners get a treat to hear about what we're watching and why.
2021-01-27
56 min
Five Hole Fantasy Hockey Podcast
FHFH 151 || Positional Rankings || Stellas and Centers
So many centers to talk about… TJ, Zac and Rog had pretty similar top 20 lists, but then the honourable mentions go on for days… so deep at C. McD, Mack or Leon at #1? Does it even matter? Rog has a hot take on where PLD might end up… bend an ear… FHFH Twitter - ( https://twitter.com/FHFHockey ) - FHFH Discord - ( https://discord.gg/kfnyrn7 ) - Patreon - ( https://www.patreon.com/FHFHRadio ) - Blog - ( https://www.fhfhockey.com/blogs )
2021-01-04
55 min
conventioNOT
#62 - Chef Artisan - Will Branch
Mike and McD aren't strangers to Will - they all started their adult lives in East Lansing at Michigan State University. After a couple decades without catching up, the experienced Chef breaks down his growth as a person, business owner and creator. Will announces himself as a cofounder of Corridor Sausage. The thing is, listeners will find depth in discussion very quickly that plunges through choices, successes, disasters and a company to company merger. Don't forget to subscribe and rate the show!
2020-12-23
1h 06
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What is good company? w/The 3SB Crew
The motto of our new gym is “Good Company.” Mike, Jim, Connor, and Kyle talk about what the phrase means to each of us. We kick things off with an update on what we’ve accomplished and what we’ve learned already through the process of renovation and creating a new gym. Sandwiched in between are discussions about customer service challenges and influencer authenticity. You can find Kyle on Instagram @kyle.castroo and Connor @connoroneal. Subscribe for updates about our new gym (Third Street Barbell) and apparel line at 3sb.co! Local memberships and international fresh fits! Hosted by Mike Farr (@si...
2020-07-29
1h 08
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you stay positive when the world turns negative? w/ Jeremy Scott
We’re living in extraordinary times (which is why you’ll notice that we’re still taking a break from our regular format). A world of great uncertainty, division, fear, and sadness. A few weeks ago when we spoke to Dr. Reef Karim, we discussed the need to control what we’re exposed in terms of media and messages due to the depressive impact on mood. The flip side of that is who should we talk to that can help keep our spirits high and our thoughts hopeful. We decided to talk to someone who Mike believes is one of the most...
2020-04-29
1h 00
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What if globo gyms go bankrupt? | Q & A
On the spur of the moment, we decided to do a Q and A episode on Mike’s channel on the Twitch streaming platform and take some questions from viewers there. We don’t usually act as experts on this show, but it’s ok once in a while, right? News reports have come out this week about the possibility of 24 Hour Fitness filing for bankruptcy protection. What impact would that have on the fitness industry? Some of the issues we covered: What is daily undulating periodization? (Related) What is auto-regulation in training? What can we talk about on 4/20? What do you...
2020-04-22
1h 18
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What if your significant other doesn’t share your fitness/lifting goals? | Ask us anything
We’re breaking format again! This time we’re doing an open AMA, or in this case Ask Us Anything. Normally we like to have an expert backstop our opinions…or correct us…but this time we’re flying without a net. Here are some of the questions we took on: What do we think of marijuana and CBD? Will technology ever be used to judge squat depth in meets? What are our least favorite foods? What’s the cost of living in Sacramento? Try this cost-of-living calculator Did Mike’s powerlifting background help or hurt when he started Olympic lifting? Does...
2019-09-11
54 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you start a podcast (and should you)?
The medium of podcasting has grown enormously in the past few years. How do you get started? And is it really right for you? Being veterans of the podcasting game, Jim and Mike field questions from listeners such as: How much does it cost to get started? What are the tech requirements? Are podcasting and YouTube really all that different? How do you keep a consistent release schedule? How do you differentiate yourself from the crowd? How do you know when it’s time to move on? Here’s the basic podcasting course that Jim used to get started in 2013. Supp...
2019-09-04
1h 06
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Does meal (and nutrient) timing make a difference? w/Dr. Mike Israetel
We’ve heard for years that WHEN you eat can make a huge difference. We’ve also heard that WHEN we eat carbs…or fat…or protein…can be critical to making the biggest gains, or losing the most weight, etc. What’s the actual story? Here are the additional angles we came up with: Are there time windows for maximizing gains (or weight loss)? Does timing matter more for some people than others? Do you need to build your life – and your workouts --- around your meals? Can you eat so much protein at one time that your body can’t use it a...
2019-08-28
34 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How does your metabolism work and can you really break it? w/Dr. Mike Israetel
Your body turns food into energy, but how does that work? Can you use tricks and hacks to overcome your body’s natural tendency to be either fat or skinny? Here are the additional angles we came up with: Does eating six times a day rev up your metabolism? Do crash diets crash your metabolism? Does just losing weight slow it down? How do you keep from quickly regaining weight when you hit your goal weight? If your metabolism can truly be broken, can you fix it? Dr. Mike Israetel comes in at about 12:19 to set the record straight. A co...
2019-08-21
37 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Should guys avoid eating soy? w/Dr. Mike Israetel
Seems like society makes a lot of rules for guys. Should not eating soy be one of them? Soy contains phytoestrogens…chemical cousins to one of the human female sex hormones. Should we be worried? Here are the additional angles we came up with: How much estrogen is in soy? How much would you need to consume for it to be a problem? Do guys have estrogen in their bodies anyway? Are guys exposed to estrogen in other ways besides food? What does having too much estrogen do to a guy’s body (Boobs? Lower sperm counts?)? Is there any way...
2019-08-14
36 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you do a weight cut and still be at your best for competition? w/Eric Helms & Omar Isuf
The existence of weight classes and coefficients drive many people to do last minute weight cuts, but many don’t make the best choices when making these cuts. If competition is about being your best, are you setting yourself up for a sub-par performance? There are many ways to cut, but which ways are optimal? We cover these points, and the questions below, in this very compact episode. How much is too much to lose for a 24-hour weigh-in? Or a two-hour weigh-in? Are laxatives a good idea or will you have to poop on the platform? Can you cut en...
2019-07-31
26 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Should everybody be bodybuilders? w/Eric Helms & Omar Isuf
Once again, we take on this question with that help of guests Eric Helms and Omar Isuf. With the known injury rates of many sports…including or maybe especially strength sports…maybe we should all just…be bodybuilders? Unpacking this question inevitably leads to more questions: Can you actually call bodybuilding a sport? Is bodybuilding style training actually safer in terms of injuries? Do you have to use performance enhancing drugs? Is the “bodybuilding lifestyle” actually healthy? Does bodybuilding – or other types of aesthetic competition – lead inevitably to disordered eating? Are you really a bodybuilder if you don’t actually compete? Is the...
2019-07-24
1h 02
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How do you spot a gimmick (before you waste your money or your time on it)? w/Eric Helms & Omar Isuf
We take on this question with that help of previous guests Eric Helms and Omar Isuf, who joined us in studio. Eric holds a BS in fitness and wellness, an MS in exercise science, a second masters in sports nutrition, a PhD in strength and conditioning, and is a research fellow for AUT at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand. Omar is a successful YouTube content creator from Canada, a partner with Mike Farr and Bart Kwan on Kizen Training, as well has pursuing other business ventures. He’s also a keen observer of media. Here's part of how we...
2019-07-10
1h 01
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Why would anyone choose a carnivore diet? w/Jason Phillips
When weight-loss diets work, they work by creating a caloric deficit and not through any other magic. We’ve established that with our experts on the show already. We’ve also established that cutting out a whole category of nutrient --like cutting carbs in a ketogenic diet – can accomplish a calorie reduction. But what if you cut everything but meat? You may be accomplishing the goal of reducing calories, but at what nutritional cost? Jason Phillips joined us to ponder this diet and share thoughts about whether it’s a good idea…apart from whether or not it’s effective. Jason is the...
2019-07-03
32 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What does "self-help" even mean? [Bonus]
No guest for this quick bonus episode. We sat down to brainstorm a little about our mission with this show in light of changes coming to the categories in Apple Podcasts. Our main category “Fitness and Nutrition” is being split up, and “Self-help” -- in which we're also listed -- is going away. Mental Health is being added as well as Self Improvement (under Education). These changes are supposed to occur later in this Summer (2019). That prompted us to discuss what self-help means, and ponder a few other questions: How often the words self-help NOT followed by the word “guru?” If self-help...
2019-06-29
38 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Are virtual reality games the future of fitness? w/Dr. Jimmy Bagley
VR games are probably never going to replace lifting weights, but could they make cardio more fun…and more likely to get done? Dr. Jimmy Bagley is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, and Director of the Muscle Physiology Lab, Co-Director of the Exercise Physiology Lab, and Research Director of the Strength and Conditioning Lab at SF State. His department has conducted studies using VR games to test how humans respond to exercise performed in virtual reality and augmented reality environments. We got him on the line to run down exactly how those studies worked, but first we took our own sta...
2019-06-19
31 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
How can you open your own successful gym? w/Alan Thrall
This episode is sponsored by The Great Courses Plus. For a limited time only, they are offering our listeners an entire Month for FREE! Check out the Entrepreneur’s Tool Kit. It’s a great fit for the topic of this episode. Start your free month trial today using our special URL: Thegreatcoursesplus.com/FACTS Episode Notes: Many of you have probably dreamed about being your own boss. Maybe even opening your own gym. We pose that question to a guy who’s done it…and succeeded. Mike shares his first experiences with starting businesses, and how opening a gym didn’t g...
2019-06-05
1h 00
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
What does that Game of Thrones finale tell us about how we plot our own life stories? w/Westside vs the World director Michael Fahey
It’s a BONUS episode! And there are SPOILERS! Obviously, we wanted talk about the end of Game of Thrones. It’s not that we’re terribly upset about it, but wow there’s a lot of pissed off people on the internet. Beyond that, it got us thinking about our personal stories, about beginnings and endings, and how difficult it might be to tell the true story of someone’s life in a film or TV show. Here’s what we came up with: What did we love and hate most about the way the individual stories played out at the end o...
2019-05-24
58 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Why do people think squatting is bad for your knees? And is it? w/Squat University’s Dr. Aaron Horshchig
Is it an old wives tale that squatting is bad for your knees? Or is there actually data behind it? Here’s what we came up with: Maybe there’s a body type that’s bad for squatting? Is the leg press somehow better? Does it possibly cause tendonitis/tendinopathy? How did this whole thing get started in the first place? Is it bad if your knee get too far over your toes? Our ideas start about 9:58. Eavesdrop on our candid conversation with Aaron starting at 17:27 on continuing to learn and challenge yourself while working in your field. Immediately after, we tran...
2019-05-01
39 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is it too late to create a successful YouTube, podcast, or social media presence? w/Omar Isuf
So many people are focusing on building personal brands or becoming “influencers”-- often through social media, YouTube, podcasts, etc. – but has the time already passed? Will it still work if you start today? We asked our good friend Omar Isuf for his perspective -- and advice -- relative to this question. Omar is a successful YouTube content creator from Canada, a partner with Silent Mike and Bart Kwan on Kizen Training, as well has pursuing other business ventures. He's also a keen observer of media. Mike kicks off the discussion with the theory that hitting it big in social media i...
2019-04-26
40 min
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
100% Feelings? w/Omar Isuf
We had some fun with this episode by breaking format and having an extended conversation with our good friend, Omar Isuf. Omar is a successful YouTube content creator, a partner with Silent Mike and Bart Kwan on Kizen Training, as well has pursuing other business ventures. He's also a keen observer of media. We talked about a variety of topics, but one central theme was effective storytelling in popular culture: Can’t anybody make a movie that’s not about a superhero anymore? Why do some stories resonate more than others? How does a good story cause you to suspend disb...
2019-04-24
1h 05
50% Facts with Silent Mike & Jim McD
Is Olive Oil the Best Oil? w/Mike’s Mom Maria
Mike’s mom, Maria Farr, is a certified olive oil judge and sensory panelist. With all the recent focus on fats in our diets, we decided to bring her on to help educate us – and you – on a particularly tasty fat. Our questions went something like this: What does “extra virgin” even mean? (It’s not “first pressing.”) Is olive oil better than other oils? What’s up with flavored oils? How can you tell if an oil is good…or bad. Is it better to buy oil locally (if you can)? Our ideas start at about 10:23. Maria starts dropping knowledge starting a...
2019-01-31
1h 03
The Watt From Pedro Show
2017-12-26 The Watt from Pedro Show
hour one: "joy" (second version) john coltrane "babylon rules" anarchy 6 "a christmas cry" (live) jack brewer "weaponized charm" (demo) mb jones "we liken the sun" guided by voices "baby boy" pile "sean's brother" spot "good intentions" mayya & the revolutionary hell yeah! "white satan" sterile jets "frosty the snowman" santa sabbath hour two: "I hate the 90's" rodney and the tubetops "humilladero" ricardo tejero/colin webster/marco serrato/borja diaz "life lights" ty and alaysia "to walk with sparks" birds of paradise "alms" mold omen "melodies" the questions "flantastic" cello pudding "the tallest hamburger" the breakfast cowboy "concerto #2" (part 2) ted kane "...
2017-12-26
3h 00
DISSONANCE
5-12-15 Basque Radical Rock and more with Radio Alumbra
Guest DJ: Jose Haymas Espada (Radio Alumbra) |Playlist:...Eskorbuto - Cerebros Destruidos |Kortatu - El Último Ska de Manolo Rastaman |Barricada - Mañana Será Igual |Las Vulpes - Felipe es un Punk |Eskorbuto - Anti Todo |MCD - Asesino a Sueldo |La Polla Records - Ellos Dicen Mierda |Cicatriz - Inadaptados |Zarama - Euritan |Potato - Reggae Popular Riojano |Eskorbuto - Mucha Policía, Poca Diversión / La Increible Vida de un Ser Vulgar |Maloso - The Heat and the Sorrow |Downtown Boys...
2015-05-13
2h 00