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 study habits.
- Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
- Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
- Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 1117
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
EP 475: How to Not Get Fat In The First Place
Pat offers a few simple, practical tips for avoiding weight gain this Holiday season.
EP 474: COVID-19, The Presidential Election, and How to Not Be Fooled By Statistics with Dr. Matt Briggs
Dr. Matt Briggs, PhD in mathematical statistics from Cornell, joins The Pat Flynn Show to discuss how to not be fooled by statistics as we tackle important contemporary topics from COVID-19 to the pr…
EP 473: Dan John on Easy Strength for Fat Loss
Pat and Dan discuss how to modify Easy Strength for fat loss!
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EP 472: Finding Truth in a World of Conformity and Conspiracy
In preparation for some upcoming (controversial) podcast discussions, Pat discusses what truth is, why it's important, and how to get it, especially in a world where conformity pressures and conspira…
EP 471: Philosophical Habit and Human Flourishing with Dr. Brian Kemple
Dr. Brian Kemple joins The Pat Flynn Show to discuss philosophical habit. Specifically, we look at habit from an Aristotelian perspective and how habits relate to human fulfillment and personal relat…
EP 470: Dan John on Holiday Survival and Dumb Practicality
Pat and Dan discuss the usefulness of "dumb practicality" and offer some tips for thriving during the upcoming holiday seasons!
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EP 469: Where My Muscles At??!! Dealing with Haterz and Loserz ft. Aleks Salkin
Pat and Aleks face their accusers and offer advice on how to deal with internet trolls. (Apologies for the shaky audio at the beginning; internet wasn't behaving!)
Sunday School: Is Christianity a Religion of Fear?
A listen asks Pat and his wife Christine to discuss whether Christianity is a religion of fear and how to reconcile that with an all-loving God.
Full show notes and mentioned resources at: https://…
EP 468: Chik-Fil-A, Predestination, and Human Freedom with Fr. Gregory Pine
Fr. Gregory Pine returns to the Pat Flynn Show to discuss Chik-Fil-A coffee, predestination, the problem of evil, human freedom, and how to tie all these difficult things together. Please enjoy!
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EP 467: Dan John on Hot Sauce for Muscle Cramps, Fixing Your Kettlebell Swing, Why No Back Squats, and More!
Pat and Dan discuss a variety of subjects, ranging on the possible therapeutic effects of hot sauce for muscle cramps, why Dan doesn't program very heavy back squats for most people, when (and why) t…
EP 466: Pat and Aleks Kill 3 Fitness Myths That Needed to Die Anyway
Pat and Aleks (aka The Big Boys) discuss fitness myths/lies/unhelpful assumptions that must be destroyed!
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EP 465: 2 Underrated Kettlebell Exercises (and How to Use Them)!
Pat discusses two underrated kettlebell exercises and how to use them!
Check out Generalist University at: https://chroniclesofstrength.com/generalistuniversity
BONUS: The Biblical Case for the Papacy with Suan Sonna
In this massive 3 hour bonus theology episode, Suan Sonna argues that it can be shown from the scriptures that the Roman Catholic doctrine of the papacy is true - Christ established a supreme, infall…
Philosophy Friday: Introduction to Metaphysics with Dr. Michael Torre
Dr. Michael Torre returns to The Pat Flynn Show to provide an introduction metaphysics based on his book What Is: Introductory Reflections on Thomistic Metaphysics. We discuss:
- Explains metaphysics …
EP 464: Dan John Shares His 3-2-1 Success Formula (and tips for endurance training)
Pat and Dan discuss Dan's "Success Formula" which he recently shared with a group of student. Also fitness haikus, and some advice for endurance training.
New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Jus…
EP 463: 2 Kettlebell Workouts that Boost ENDURANCE
Don't lag behind the competition! Pat discusses two simple and straightforward kettlebell routines for boosting endurance and feeling great!
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EP 462: Aristotle's Virtue Ethics Made Easy
Pat introduces Aristotelian virtue ethics, because eudaimonia!!!
Full lesson plan here: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/aristotles-ethics-made-easy/
Generalist University here: https://chronicl…
Philosophy Friday: How to Get Along with People You Hate
Pat talks about how to foster dialogue -- and why that is desperately needed! -- in an immensely divisive culture.
Please check out Generalist University at http://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/gener…
EP 461: Dan John on Fitness Haikus, Handstands, and Faith
Pat and Dan discuss how becoming a better writer may improve your career in unexpected ways. They also offer a challenge to write your own fitness haiku and win a free audio book! Then, listener ques…
EP 460: A Workout Framework for Achieving Faster Fat Loss
In this episode, Pat discusses the idea of "training on the extremes" to achieve faster, more sustainable fat loss. Obviously, nutrition matters, but how you train factors majorly into the results yo…