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 296: Dan John on running, combining kettlebells and barbells, Stoicism, and more
Pat and Dan field listen questions on everything from running, combining kettlebells and barbells, stoicism, and more.
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How to Be Better at (Almost) EverythingBe sure to snag a copy (or two!) of…
EP 195: Let's Talk Mental Health
Pat discusses a few general approaches for healing anxiety.
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How to Be Better at (Almost) EverythingBe sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pat’s book How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything while i…
Sunday School: Two Catholic Scientists Debate Intelligent Design
Pat is joined by two Catholic Scientists -- Dr. Michael Behe and Dr. Stacy Trascancos -- to discuss and debate the theory of intelligent design.
In this conversation:
- What does Intelligent Design (I…
EP 194: Dan John on Dealing with Loss
After a tragic event, Pat and Dan talk about how to deal with loss. Also, listener questions on direct ab training and adjusting programs for mature clientele.
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EP 293: How to Be a More Interesting Person!
Pat and Aleks talk about how to be a more interesting person, and why you should want to.
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Here's a book on becoming a more interesting person!
EP 292: The 90 Minute Fasting Approach (and Other Diet Strategies)
Pat talks about 3 specific and simple dietary strategies that tend to produce impressive results for those who use them.
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Sunday School: Things to Come
Pat announces some upcoming topics and dialogues with respect to Sunday School.
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EP 291: Dan John on Building Muscle with Kettlebells, the Value of Video Games, and More
Pat and Dan give advice on building muscle with kettlebells and whether video gaming can be productively incorporated into a generalist lifestyle.
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Sunday School: A Particle Physicist Talks About God
Stephen Barr PhD returns to the Pat Flynn show to talk about the intersection of science (particularly physics) and classical theism.
In this episode:
- Why is there a universe at all? Can science ans…
EP 290: On The Mental Side of Losing Weight, with Dan John
Pat and Dan discuss a number of topics, including the mental side of losing weight, generalism, skill development, and the five types of people they'd bring to a desert island.
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The Pat Flynn Sho…
EP 289: The Magic of 10 Reps Per Day
Pat talks about the simple and effective approach of "10 reps per day" for gaining strength, and how this principle can be applied to learning skills outside the weight room, as well.
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EP 288: "What Got Me Was Grace." A Conversation with Marianne Kane
Pat is joined by Marianne Kane of MyOMyFitness.com to talk spiritual things, as they discuss how their fitness journeys eventually, and in often peculiar ways, led them to God.
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About Marianne Ka…
EP 177: Interval Running for Fast, Fun Fitness Results
Pat talks about one of his favorite, on-the-fly conditioning routines: interval running. You should try it!
Sunday School: Cosmological Arguments and God
Pat offers an introduction to the study of natural theology and cosmological arguments for God.
Specifically, in this episode, Pat talks about what cosmological arguments are, common misunderstanding…
BONUS: Making Religion Intelligent Again with Leah Moler
Leah Moler, lover of philosophy and theology, and writer at LifeAsLeahKnows, joins Pat to share her conversion story from agnosticism, through evangelicalism, to Catholicism, and why she believes fai…
EP 176: Fitness Standards for Normal People with Dan John
Dan and Pat talk about fitness standards that every "normal" person should be able to achieve.
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EP 175: Simple 5-Day Pull Up Plan and Giveaway!
Pat talks about a 5 day "improve your pull up" protocol, plus a giveaway to score 6 full weeks of pull up programming called The Simple Pull Up Plan.
Want 6 Full Weeks of Pull Up Programming?
Step 1…
BONUS: Can Science and Religion Co-Exist? With Dr. Stacy Trasancos
Pat Flynn is joined by Dr. Stacy Trasancos, author of Particles of Faith, to discuss the deep and important harmony between the religious and scientific worldview, …
EP 274: In Defense of the 100 Rep Snatch Test
Pat Flynn and Aleks Salkin offer a brief defense of the 100 rep snatch test and some practical tips on how to attain it.
Show notes: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/in-defense-of-the-100-rep-s…
Sunday School: The Three Parts of Morality (Mere Christianity Part 5)
Pat continues reading and issuing commentary on Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis.
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Part 1 & 2: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/morality-christianity-and-c-s-lewis/
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Part 3: https://www…