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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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BONUS EP: Michael Malice on Stoicism, Productivity, and the Problems of Higher Education

BONUS EP: Michael Malice on Stoicism, Productivity, and the Problems of Higher Education

Michael Malice is one of the more interesting people around.

He's a celebrity ghost writer (he's done books with Matt Hughes and D.L. Hughley), host of the show YOUR WELCOME, author of Dear Reader: T…

00:53:01  |   Sun 12 Aug 2018
Sunday School EP 13: Kids Ask the Best Spiritual Questions

Sunday School EP 13: Kids Ask the Best Spiritual Questions

If you pay attention, you'll notice kids often ask the best spiritual (and philosophical!) questions.

On this episode of Sunday School, Pat attempts to answer a series of questions asked by his kids …

00:38:42  |   Sun 12 Aug 2018
EP 162: Why Adults Need Play and Not *Just* Exercise

EP 162: Why Adults Need Play and Not *Just* Exercise

Pat talks about the importance of expressing the strength and movement abilities you've been developing in the form of "adult recess"; in other words, play!

So often we get caught up in the rigidity …

00:10:43  |   Sat 11 Aug 2018
Bonus Ep: Why Is There Something Rather than Nothing? The Argument from Contingency with Cameron Bertuzzi

Bonus Ep: Why Is There Something Rather than Nothing? The Argument from Contingency with Cameron Bertuzzi

It's philosophy week on The Pat Flynn Show, and today we're looking at a classic argument that attempts to answer the question: Why is there something rather than nothing? (If you enjoyed the episode…

00:56:59  |   Fri 10 Aug 2018
EP 161: Why You Need to Finish What You Start - and How!

EP 161: Why You Need to Finish What You Start - and How!

Quick episode on the importance of finishing, however imperfectly.

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Support the Show! Please take 1 minute to subscribe and rate the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher - this is the best way you can su…

00:05:22  |   Fri 10 Aug 2018
EP 160:  Why You Shouldn't Worry About Being the Best at Any One Thing

EP 160: Why You Shouldn't Worry About Being the Best at Any One Thing

Pat talks about two very important fitness philosophies: Generalism, or being better than most people, at most things, even if you aren't the best at any one; and minimalism, which is doing the least…

00:20:16  |   Thu 09 Aug 2018
EP 159: Answering Life's Biggest Questions with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

EP 159: Answering Life's Biggest Questions with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

Can we know truth? Does God exist? Did the universe *have* to be the way that it is? Dr. Josh Rasmussen, PhD in analytic metaphysics, joins me for a deep and riveting conversation about the biggest q…

01:38:16  |   Wed 08 Aug 2018
Sunday School EP 12: Using Philosophy to Get at God with Dr. Robert Delfino

Sunday School EP 12: Using Philosophy to Get at God with Dr. Robert Delfino

Can you know of God through reason alone? What can philosophy tell us about God's existence and nature? Dr. Robert Delfino joins me to a deep and interesting philosophical conversation about how the …
01:09:24  |   Sun 05 Aug 2018
EP 158: Overcoming the All Or Nothing Mindset, Why Fitness Challenges Work, and More

EP 158: Overcoming the All Or Nothing Mindset, Why Fitness Challenges Work, and More

Pat talks about the hidden benefits of participating in a fitness challenge and what to keep in mind when doing so. Also, how to overcome the all or nothing mindset and find the consistency you need …

00:23:11  |   Sat 04 Aug 2018
EP 157: Getting More Out Of The Kettlebell Swing

EP 157: Getting More Out Of The Kettlebell Swing

Pat talks about some cool ways to cook the kettlebell swing, so you can get even more out of the exercise. 

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The 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge Is Starting Soon! - Hurry, Hurry!

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00:14:24  |   Tue 31 Jul 2018
EP 156: The 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge

EP 156: The 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge

Since we're on the verge of our next 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge, Pat takes the time to explain what this challenge is about, why you should take part, and how to get started. 

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The 300 Swings…

00:12:08  |   Mon 30 Jul 2018
EP 55: How to Retain Muscle While Dieting, Podcasting Tips, and More!

EP 55: How to Retain Muscle While Dieting, Podcasting Tips, and More!

Today is a Fast Friday episode, where Pat answers a few quick questions from listeners. 

Questions today are:

- Is fasting effective for preventing muscle loss as a form of dieting?

- What do you nee…

00:14:07  |   Fri 27 Jul 2018
EP 154: Can We Know Truth?

EP 154: Can We Know Truth?

Today, Pat and Som get philosophical and ask the question, can truth be known?

In this episode:

- What is "truth?"

- Is truth relative?

- Does the proposition "there are no absolute truths" make sens…

00:37:33  |   Thu 26 Jul 2018
EP 153: The Episode on Intermittent Fasting and Why It's So Darn Useful

EP 153: The Episode on Intermittent Fasting and Why It's So Darn Useful

Pat gives his most up-to-date opinion on intermittent fasting--what it is, why you should do it, and ways to get started. 

Things discussed:

  • How intermittent fasting can help reform your relationshi…
00:29:32  |   Tue 24 Jul 2018
Sunday School EP 11: My Wife Tells Her Conversion Story

Sunday School EP 11: My Wife Tells Her Conversion Story

My wife (the wonderful Christine) tells her conversion story out of athiesm to Christianity, and finally--to the last place she'd ever thought she'd go--Catholicism. 

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Show Notes and Resources

Mer…

01:15:01  |   Sun 22 Jul 2018
EP 152: Steph Gaudreau on Living Couchless, Creating Opportunities for Movement, and Re-Branding

EP 152: Steph Gaudreau on Living Couchless, Creating Opportunities for Movement, and Re-Branding

Steph Gaudreau joins Pat for a conversation on everything from living couchless, finding sneaky ways to move more throughout the day, and the struggles of re-branding a business.

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https://www.stup…

01:02:51  |   Sat 21 Jul 2018
EP 151: 3 Signs of a Highly Effective Coach + Are Certifications Worthwhile?

EP 151: 3 Signs of a Highly Effective Coach + Are Certifications Worthwhile?

Pat and Som talk about "The 3 Ways" to evaluate a coach aside from the letters after their name:

1) Do they practice what the preach?

2) Are they able to produce results repeatedly in others?

3) Are …

00:34:30  |   Fri 20 Jul 2018
EP 150: The 1 Question Really Efficient People Ask

EP 150: The 1 Question Really Efficient People Ask

Pat and Aleks talk about the one question all really efficient people ask, even if they don't know it: "If you only had 3 days a week, 15 minutes a day to reach your goal, what would you do?"

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Int…

00:30:31  |   Wed 18 Jul 2018
EP 149: Do You Have to Count Calories to Lose Weight?

EP 149: Do You Have to Count Calories to Lose Weight?

Pat answers a few general (but important) nutrition questions, including:

 - Do you need to count calories to lose weight?

 - Tips for dealing with emotional eating struggles

 - Ways to get started w…

00:16:01  |   Mon 16 Jul 2018
Sunday School EP 10: A Catholic, a Protestant, and a Jew Walk Into a Bar...

Sunday School EP 10: A Catholic, a Protestant, and a Jew Walk Into a Bar...

On this episode of Sunday School, Pat (Catholic) is joined by Aleks Salkin (Jew) and Aaron Fountaine (Protestant) to share the value that religion has brought into their lives, after years of rejecti…

00:54:12  |   Sun 15 Jul 2018
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