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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 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.

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Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
47 minutes
Episodes
1117
Years Active
2017 - 2025
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Philosophy Friday: Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics

Philosophy Friday: Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics

Pat is joined by professor Peter Koch (Villanova University) to give you the philosophy 101 class you WISH you had! 

In this episode:

- What is philosophy and why does it matter?

- What is the relati…

01:04:53  |   Fri 02 Aug 2019
EP 310: Dan John on Overcoming Paralysis By Analysis, Training Military, and How to Live Forever!

EP 310: Dan John on Overcoming Paralysis By Analysis, Training Military, and How to Live Forever!

Pat and Dan take listener questions on overcoming the problem of overthinking things, how to train tactical athletes, and what a person should eat and do to delay the inevitable. 

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How to Be Bette…
01:29:22  |   Wed 31 Jul 2019
EP 309: Building Sustainable Fitness Habits with Steph Gaudreau

EP 309: Building Sustainable Fitness Habits with Steph Gaudreau

Pat is joined by Steph Gaudreau to discuss her new book The Core 4 and how people need to be seen -- and treated -- holistically (nutrition, fitness, mindset, sleep, etc) to build sustainable, produc…

00:45:05  |   Tue 30 Jul 2019
Sunday School: Did Thomas Aquinas Really Prove the Existence of God? With Dr. Robert Delfino

Sunday School: Did Thomas Aquinas Really Prove the Existence of God? With Dr. Robert Delfino

Pat Flynn is joined by professional philosopher and professor Dr. Robert Delfino to discuss Thomas Aquinas and his famous "proofs" for the existence of God, particularly the 3rd way argument from pos…

01:31:13  |   Sun 28 Jul 2019
EP 308: Dan John on Minimalism, Improving Sleep, and the Snake Diet

EP 308: Dan John on Minimalism, Improving Sleep, and the Snake Diet

Dan and Pat take listener questions on minimalism, improving sleep, getting clear on your goals, the snake diet, fast mimicking diets, sled pushes, and more.  

Show Notes and Resources

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01:16:39  |   Wed 24 Jul 2019
Sunday School: How Reason Can Lead to God with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

Sunday School: How Reason Can Lead to God with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

Is it possible -- like really possible -- to know not only that God exists, but something about God through reason alone? Pat is joined by at least one professional philosophy who says yes: Dr. Josh …

02:05:58  |   Sun 21 Jul 2019
EP 307: The Scientific Secrets to

EP 307: The Scientific Secrets to "Bigger, Leaner, and Stronger" with Mike Mathews

Pat Flynn is joined by Mike Mathews, CEO of Legion Athletics, to discuss the simple, straightforward, and effective approach to fitness he outlines in his best-selling books Bigger, Leaner, Stronger …

01:44:14  |   Sat 20 Jul 2019
EP 306: Dan John on Training 2-a-Days, Fluid vs Crystallized Intelligence, Grip Strength, and More

EP 306: Dan John on Training 2-a-Days, Fluid vs Crystallized Intelligence, Grip Strength, and More

On this episode of The Pat Flynn Show, Pat and Dan discuss the concept of 2-a-day training (and for more skills than just fitness), and take listener questions on everything from classical education,…

01:10:51  |   Wed 17 Jul 2019
EP 305: What I've Been Up To + A Pat Flynn Song

EP 305: What I've Been Up To + A Pat Flynn Song

Pat gives a few updates on current/future projects, upcoming episodes, the 300 swings challenge, and more. 

Song at the end is called Something's Missing. You can find more on Pat's Soundcloud here: 

00:20:41  |   Mon 15 Jul 2019
Sunday School: Man's Desire for God

Sunday School: Man's Desire for God

Pat reads a chapter from the Cathechism on man's desire for God --that is, God as man's final and proper cause -- and offers reflections from a philosophical and theological point of view. 

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Catec…

00:33:53  |   Sun 14 Jul 2019
EP 304: Dan John on Life Balance, Marriage, Pull Ups and Dips, Cannabis, and More

EP 304: Dan John on Life Balance, Marriage, Pull Ups and Dips, Cannabis, and More

Pat and Dan are joined by their first guest listener, offering their advice on work-life balance, starting a business, programming for pull ups and dips, cannabis, and more!

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01:12:01  |   Thu 11 Jul 2019
EP 303: Sacred Spaces and Why You Need Them

EP 303: Sacred Spaces and Why You Need Them

Pat talks about the power of compartmentalization for productivity and why we all need sacred spaces and sacred times for getting things done.

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00:14:59  |   Mon 08 Jul 2019
Sunday School: Why Go To Church?

Sunday School: Why Go To Church?

Why go to church? Pat gives two reasons.

Show notes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3671693/

00:25:28  |   Sun 07 Jul 2019
EP 301: The Key to Elite Performance Is The Key with Dan John

EP 301: The Key to Elite Performance Is The Key with Dan John

Dan and Pat talk about how to not lose your house key, secrets to elite performance, ways to improve workout recovery, how to add deadlifting to kettlebell programs, the necessity of a good night's s…

01:08:29  |   Wed 03 Jul 2019
EP 300: The NEW 300 Swings Challenge

EP 300: The NEW 300 Swings Challenge

On episode 300, Pat talks about the upcoming Spartan 300 Swings Summer Challenge - what it is, what's new, and how to take part! 

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Here's where to sign up for the Spartan 300 Swings Summer Challen…

00:16:10  |   Mon 01 Jul 2019
Sunday School: Are The Gospels Reliable? Are Miracles Possible? With Dr. Tim McGrew

Sunday School: Are The Gospels Reliable? Are Miracles Possible? With Dr. Tim McGrew

Pat is joined by Dr. Timothy McGrew to discuss the reliability of the gospels and whether we can trust what's recorded in them. Also, are miracles possible? Is that a thing? It's a fun discussion. Re…

01:27:01  |   Sun 30 Jun 2019
EP 199: A Psychologist on Human Happiness

EP 199: A Psychologist on Human Happiness

Pat is joined once again by Dr. Kevin Vost to discuss human happiness, virtue, excellence, and living the good life. 

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How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything

Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of P…

00:36:39  |   Sat 29 Jun 2019
EP 298: Dan John on Scientism, Studying, Dieting, and Showing Up

EP 298: Dan John on Scientism, Studying, Dieting, and Showing Up

Pat and Dan talk about why Aristotle is right when he says: "It is better to know a little about sublime things, than a great deal about petty things." Also, their thoughts on scientism, studying for…

01:03:24  |   Fri 28 Jun 2019
EP 297: The Information Trap

EP 297: The Information Trap

Pat talks about the information trap and how we can trick ourselves into being unproductive.  

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For more on the information trap, snag a copy of How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything while it's …

00:12:55  |   Mon 24 Jun 2019
Sunday School: Healing Anxiety and Understanding the Human Soul, with J.P. Moreland

Sunday School: Healing Anxiety and Understanding the Human Soul, with J.P. Moreland

Pat is joined by professional philosopher J.P. Moreland to discuss anxiety and the human soul. Professor Moreland, who specializes in philosophy of mind, opens up about his struggles with anxiety and…

00:48:12  |   Sun 23 Jun 2019
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