Mere Mortals

What is Effective Philosophy? Juan and I simplify hard to grasp concepts into pragmatic takeaways that can be applied to every day life (fitness, goal setting, work, parenting, travel, hobbies, finances, etc.,). 2 x episodes a week. We go live every Wednesday with our meanderings, plus an extra as a more casual conversation with a guest or between ourselves.

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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 21 days 13 hours 5 minutes

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Monthly Goals | February 2024

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.

Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes...


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 January 31, 2024  40m
 
 

NICK MALSTER | The Advertising Industry, Creating Viral V4V Clips & The Future Of Fountain

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Nick Malster is the cofounder of Fountain Podcasts and former brand manager in the advertising industry.

In Conversation #101, Nick and I discuss: his passions of music/skiing, why he has decided to stop drinking, how v4v compares to advertising models, why Fountain is focused upon podcast clipping, future features you'll find within his podcasting app and how 'value 4 value' is starting to become more mainstream...


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 January 30, 2024  1h42m
 
 

Protecting Yourself Online | Passwords, Privacy & Data Breaches

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What should we be doing to maintain a healthy digital hygiene?

In Episode #431 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why this topic felt like work to Juan, how companies think about cyber security, the Stuxnet virus plus a Dutchman receiving American military emails, Butters the abused dog, our argument over what consists an 'attack', the coming era of more awareness of private data and why the social considerations are more important than the technical...


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 January 26, 2024  1h8m
 
 

TOFE EVANS | Fatherhood, Running, Ambition & Life


Tofe Evans is a father, a runner and a friend.

In Conversation #100, Tofe and I discuss: Fatherhood, the meaning of ambition when it compares to previous efforts, running, mentality in fitness and in life, regret and shame....


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 January 20, 2024  1h7m
 
 

Figuring Out Relationships | What Makes A Great Lover/Friend/Parent/Child?

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Is there anything we can do to be better to our loved ones?

In Episode #430 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why you want to make/reflect on good times, our reluctance to interfere in other people's lives, the 9gag meme that had me chuckling, Juan bring tequila snacks to celebrate, my questionable dog-sitting abilities and why our selfishness has ruined relationships.

Huge thanks to Brian D. Leary, Petar T.  Slav, Cole McCormick & Allen C...


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 January 19, 2024  1h8m
 
 

The Podcast Industry | Observations From The Inside

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I've spent a lot of time in the depths of what's going on, so it's time to tell you what I've learnt.

In Episode #429 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the evolution of podcasting across it's 20 year history, the good/bad parts of what happens on the inside, why advertising screws everything up, why you'll never be able to make ridiculous money from podcasting and a whole bunch of predictions for how the industry will change in 2024...


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 January 12, 2024  1h28m
 
 

COLE MCCORMICK | Digital Media In LA, Using AI In V4V Cinema & Magic Mushroom Fun Time

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Cole McCormick is a filmmaker, podcaster, voice actor and host of the 'AMERICAPLUS' podcast.

In Conversation #99, Cole and I discuss: his energetic creativity as a child, what the Hollywood world is actually like, how the Value 4 Value model has inspired his podcasts/films, combining AI with live action and v4v music to create his short film 'Magic Mushroom Fun Time' & why our mutual passion connected us...


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 January 6, 2024  2h14m
 
 

Glory & Triumph Beckons | Do You Have The Ambition To Take It?

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Are we going to take over the world :o

In Episode #427 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the desire to pursue something, what Juan wants to do with the podcast, why I appear to be rather unambitious, links to conscientiousness and neuroticism, whether you can artificially create ambition and if it is necessary for a good life.

Huge thanks to Queenmother and Allen C Paul...


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 January 5, 2024  1h0m
 
 

Monthly Goals | January 2024

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It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.

Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes...


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 January 3, 2024  43m
 
 

12 Weeks to Powerlifting Success: My Journey, Techniques, and Equipment Explained!

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Join me in my latest adventure on 'The Mere Mortals in Motion' series! In this video, I embark on a 12-week powerlifting journey, diving deep into the strategies, equipment, and science behind successful powerlifting. 

From baseline assessments to progressive overload, I discuss my personal plan and goals, including a 10% improvement in my lifts. Whether you're a seasoned lifter or just starting, this video offers insights into effective powerlifting training...


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 January 1, 2024  17m