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The Pat Flynn Show
Want to become better than most people at most things? Then the Pat Flynn Show is for you. Listen in, and learn: - How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as "skill stacking." - Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and…
Episodes
- The Pat Flynn Show
EP 255: Morality, Christianity, and C.S. Lewis - Part 1
Pat reads through the first five chapters of Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and offers commentary on his famous development of the moral argument for a…
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I'd like to hear from you
email me: PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com Tell me what topics/guests/questions you'd like featured on the show. - Pat
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BONUS: Michael Behe on Irreducible Complexity and the New Science of DNA
Pat is joined by Dr. Michael Behe to discuss the work he's done as a molecular biologist with respect to the theory of evolution and intelligent design. Dr…
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EP 254: Running vs Lifting, How to Build a Bigger Chest, and More
Pat gives advice on various Men's Health cover headlines, including: - Running vs lifting: what's better for weight loss? - How to build a bigger chest - The…
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EP 253: Are Religion and Science Compatible?
Pat (Catholic), Aleks (Jewish), and Som (Hindu) talk about the intersection between faith and science, and how, while there may occasionally appear to be…
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EP 252: Fitness Myths That Need to Go Away (Part 1)
Pat takes a look at responses to his question of "what fitness myths do you wish would just go away?" on a recent Facebook post. In part 1, Pat looks over: -…
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EP 251: How I Run My Business
Pat talks about what business ownership is really like (pros and cons) and what exactly he does to pay the bills. ... Related Blog Post: Why Email Marketing Is…
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Sunday School: "The Great Sin"
Pat reads a chapter from C.S. Lewis on "The Great Sin" of pride. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pat's new book…
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EP 250: Brad Dieter on Stacking Skills, Simplifying Nutrition, and Learning from Past Mistakes
Brad Dieter's back, and this time to talk about... well, pretty much everything. The conversation drifts from the topics of skill stacking (and why being a…
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EP 249: Overcoming Anxiety, Christianity vs Buddhism, and How to Lose 5lbs
Pat takes listener questions on anxiety, religion, and weight loss. What a mix! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of…
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EP 249: Overcoming Anxiety, Christianity vs Buddhism, and How to Lose 5lbs
Pat takes listener questions on anxiety, religion, and weight loss. What a mix! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of…
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EP 248: Quick Tips for Improving Your Military Press
Pat offers a few quick tips--and drills--for improving your kettlebell military press. ... To join Pat's email list, visit http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com…
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Sunday School: My Religious Before and After
Responding to a listener's question, Pat explains some of the ways his life has changed since becoming religious. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything…
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Philosophy Friday: Moral Relativism vs Moral Absolutism
Pat, Som, Aleks, set up for a round table discussion with bioethicist Peter Koch on moral relativism vs moral absolutism. Topics: - Are there objective moral…
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EP 247: Why You Should Fast Even If You Don't Want to Lose Weight
Pat talks about many of the "other" benefits of fasting, and why a person should consider the practice even if they don't want to lose weight. ... How to Be…
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BONUS: How to Argue Religion and Not Just Fight About It
Pat is joined by Matt Nelson, assistant director of the Word on Fire Institute, to talk about the dire need in today's society for religious argument. Topics…
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EP 246: 1 Supplement That Might Actually Be Worth the Money
Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb which has been repeatedly shown to be effective at quelling anxiety, improving a person's response to stress, and having…
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EP 245: The "Who" of God, Cosmic Fine Tuning, Exorcisms (and More!) with Fr. Robert Spitzer
Fr. Sptizer, Ph.D, is back to talk about the science of cosmic find tuning and transcendent intelligence, the "what" versus the "who" of God, exorcisms, near…
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EP 244: Can You Really Be Healthy at Any Size?
Pat, Aleks, and Som discuss the Healthy at Any Size movement. ... Studies referenced…
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EP 243: Feeling De-motivated? Try this.
Pat gives a tip for those days you feel somewhat low energy and demotivated.
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EP 242: Fitness Standards, Writing Advice, and How to Get Motivated
Pat takes listener questions on fitness standard, writing, and motivation.
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EP 241: Is Diet Soda Safe?
Pat talks about diet soda. Also, why you should be principled, instead of proud. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pat-flynn-show/id1253261458
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Sunday School: Should You Take Pascal's Wager?
Pat talks with Dr. Michael Rota, professor of philosophy at the University of St. Thomas, on one of the most controversial but intriguing arguments for the…
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EP 240: Why Change Is So Hard, and What You Can Do About It
Pat talks about some of the hardest changes he's had to experience in life, and offers some ideas on 1) how to know when change is a good thing, and 2) make…
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EP 239: The Army's New Fitness Test. Think You Could Pass?
Pat dives into the details of the Army's new fitness test. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/army-battles-out-shape-troops-grueling-new-fitness…
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EP 238: Ed Feser on Proofs for the Existence of God
Ed Feser is a philosopher, writer, and atheist-turned-Catholic who's published some of the best contemporary academic and popular work on the reasonableness of…
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EP 237: Why YOU Should Take the 300 Swings Challenge
Pat explains the differences between a "good" and "bad" fitness challenge, and why you should take his upcoming 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge, whether its…
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EP 236: It's Back! The 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge
Pat reveals the insider details about the upcoming 2019 version of his infamous 300 Swings Challenge, which is launching NEXT WEEK. Don't miss out! Also be…
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EP 235: God and Science, Near Death Experiences, and How to Suffer Well
Fr. Robert J. Sptizer, Ph.D, joins Pat Flynn to discuss the relationship between faith and reason, and how science, when properly understood, strongly points…
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EP 234: Finding True Happiness, Learning Cool Skills, and Living the Good Life
Jordan Syatt "takes over" the Pat Flynn show to interview the (now former) host Pat Flynn on some of the themes in his newest book How to Be Better at (Almost)…
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Ep 233: How to Be a Better Writer + My New Book Is Out!
Pat celebrates the launch of his new book How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything by sharing his very best writing tips. Be sure to take advantage of all the…
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EP 232: Overcoming Anxiety - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living
Pat shares his history of anxiety and what he's done to overcome. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extravaganza! Real Quick: For a short…
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EP 231: 90 Days to Self-Mastery: A Challenge
Because of popular demand, Pat shares some of the details of the 90 day challenge he's currently taking part in. Here's the blog post for more…
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EP 230: Hey! - Wanna Help With My Book Launch? : )
Exciting News: Pat's book How to Get Better at (Almost) Everything hits the shelves in just over a week. But we could use some help getting the word out. Think…
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Sunday School: Why I Became Catholic (In Spite of Hating Religion)
For most of my life I had about as well formed an animus toward religion as could possibly be conceived. Then, one day, people saw that I'd become a Catholic…
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EP 229: Business Owners: Stop Chasing "Vanity Metrics". Start Getting Results!
Pat and Som talk shop on today's business-focused episode. The point: Far too many business owners are chasing the wrong metrics (likes, shares, follows, etc)…
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EP 228: Don't Think, Do! The Importance of Taking Action
Pat and Aleks talk about how an "ignorant optimism" is one of the best mindsets to have, and why taking action, however imperfectly, is essentially to success…
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EP 227: Carb Cycling 101
Pat discusses the common practice of carb cycling and why you might want to consider it. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extravaganza!…
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EP 226: How to Improve At Anything Quickly!
Pat talks about a practice method (featured in his upcoming book) sure to skyrocket your progress in anything that interests you. ... How to Be Better at…
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Philosophy Friday: How to Think About God
Pat explains the tradition of natural theology, then walks through one of the more famous arguments for God's existence: The argument from contingency. ... How…
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EP 225: How Podcaster Eric Hunley Lost 80lbs Walking + His Tips About Podcasting
Eric Hunley, host of the podcast Unstructured, joins me to talk, well, podcasting(!), and what he's learned in the process, along with sharing his impressive…
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EP 224: Training vs Working - Why They Are NOT The Same
Pat talks about the differences between training and working out, and why everybody needs to get clear on the distinction if they want to start making better…
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EP 223: What Is Love?
Don't worry, there's no singing in this episode: Only a searching, philosophical examination of love : ) - Pat How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything…
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EP 222: Why You Should Practice "Movement Snacks"
Pat talks about using "movement snacks" to make yourself stronger, and teases an upcoming challenge.
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Sunday School: The 5th Commandment - The 10 Commandments In 10 Minutes
Pat continues on with the 5th commandment: Thou shalt not kill. ...
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EP 221: The Calories In Vs Calories Out Debate, and Why Quality Food Choices Still Matter
Pat tries to give a slightly more nuanced perspective on the calories in vs calories out debate, so you can better understand what makes for successful…
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EP 220: A Better Way to Think About NY Resolutions, Why All Success = Managing Compromise, and The Importance of Sacrifice
Pat talks about a better way too think about New Years resolutions and why all success comes down to managing compromise. Happy New Year, everyone! ... How to…
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Why You Should Set Fewer But More Exciting Goals (Plus My Goals for 2019)
Pat talks about why setting fewer (but more exciting!) goals)can help you to stay focused and motivated, then shares some of his goals and projects for 2019…
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Sunday School: The Fourth Commandment - The 10 Commandments In 10 Minutes
Continuing on with his 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes series, Pat discusses the Fourth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother. The Pat Flynn Show If you…
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EP 218: How to Be a Better Learner + 1 Person Everybody Should Read
Pat talks about how to be a better learner, plus one person everybody should read - just like the title says! How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order…
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EP 217: Is There An Ideal Fasting Time?
Pat takes a listener question: Is there an ideal fasting window and/or ideal fasting time? The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the…
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Bonus: Michael Voris on Hard Religious Truth, Catholicism vs Protestantism, and the Real Meaning of Christmas
Michael Voris is a religious educator, politlcal pundit, and CEO of the website Church Militant. Over the years, Voris has attracted much controversy for his…
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Merry Christmas!
Just wanted to wish you a very merry Christmas, and a warm, safe holiday season. - Pat
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Sunday School: The 3rd Commandment - The 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes
Continuing on with the 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes series, Pat dives into the 3rd Commandment. The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean…
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EP 216: How to Think About Death, Is There an Afterlife?, Ethical Decision Making, and more!
Pat Flynn is joined by bio-ethicist Peter Koch of Villanova University to discuss some of the deepest and most important questions of life, including: - How to…
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Biz Owners: Stop Chasing Vanity, Start Chasing RESULTS. Here's What to Focus On.
Pat, Som, and Aleks talk about how to focus on (and measure) what REALLY matters for business success, and how to get out of the rat-race of chasing…
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EP 215: Should You Drink Your Calories, Protein Source Reccos, and How to Know If Your Exercise Technique Is Good
Pat does a QnA episode answering listener questions on protein sources for meal replacement shakes, whether or not someone should ever "drink" their calories…
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Sunday School: The 5 Most Important Questions In Life
Pat talks about the 5 most important questions a person can ask in life, and why everybody should be engaged in trying to answer them. ... How to Be Better at…
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EP 215: One Small Diet Tweak For BIG Gains
Pat shares one small diet tweak for big gains. What ever could it be?! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extravaganza! Real Quick: For a…
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EP 214: The Basics of Self Defense that Everyone Should Know
Som Sikdar, 6th degree taekwondo black belt, joins us again, only this time to talk about the basics of self-defense that everyone should know: - Awareness -…