Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan

592 - "The Break-upisode," with Kyle Thiermann

Dec 17, 2023

Kyle Thiermann, known for exposing Bank of America's financing of dirty energy, joins Christopher Ryan to discuss heartbreak, aligning intellect and emotions, funny haircut stories, navigating diverse realities, RV living, relationship compatibility, podcasting's impact on comedians, supporting friends through breakups, a proposed port in Mexico, and crafting life narratives.

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Quick takeaways

Heartbreak is temporary and reflecting on incompatibilities can provide clarity and prevent idealizing the past.

Finding the right platform or medium is crucial for career success and podcasting has been a game-changer for many comedians.

Deep dives

Navigating Heartbreak and Finding Healing

Heartbreak can feel all-consuming, but it is important to remember that it is a temporary state. It is helpful to remind yourself of the reasons why the relationship may not have been right for you. Taking the time to journal and reflect on the incompatibilities can provide clarity and prevent idealizing the past. Engaging in new experiences, meeting new people, and filling your time with activities that bring you joy can help shift the focus away from the pain of the breakup. Additionally, recognizing that love alone is not a sufficient reason to stay in a relationship and that compatibility is a vital component can guide your decision-making in future relationships.

Introduction

4min

The Disconnect Between Intellectual Understanding and Bodily Acceptance

3min

The Challenge of Aligning Intellect and Emotions, Discussion on All Men Being Werewolves, and a Sale on Merchandise

6min

Haircuts and Personal Style

12min

Navigating Different Realities: Interacting with Diverse Perspectives

25min

RV Living: Minimalism, Freedom, and Cost-Effectiveness

5min

The Importance of Compatibility in Relationships

20min

The Role of Podcasting in Comedians' Career Paths

2min

Supporting a Friend Through a Breakup

21min

10.

A Trip to Mexico and the Proposed Port in Selena Cruz

3min

11.

Crafting Life Narratives

14min

Kyle Thiermann first made headlines as a teenager when he released a YouTube video detailing how Bank of America was one of the largest financiers of dirty energy worldwide. This video garnered international media attention, landed him on the stage at TEDx, and caused people to move significant sums of money out of B of A and into local banks around the country.Through his 20s, Thiermann worked at Discovery Digital Networks as a writer and on-camera host. His work has appeared in Men’s Health Magazine, SURFER Magazine, and Outside Magazine.

A few years ago, Kyle and I came up with an idea for making environmental activism fun (and funny), and thus was born The Motherfucker Awards, a red-carpet event where the worst polluters were recognized for their outstanding contributions to fucking Mother Nature.Thiermann also worked as Head of Editorial and Senior Copywriter at MUD\WTR, a brand known for its irreverent marketing and distinct tone. While there, he launched Trends w/ Benefits, a storytelling platform that focused on psychedelics and mental health.As a Patagonia-sponsored surfer he continues to use his travel opportunities to cover environmental issues around the world, interviewing all sorts of folks on his podcast The Kyle Thiermann Show.

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Here’s a link to the story Kyle tells about Derek Sivers riding his bike with just a little less effort, and a lot more enjoyment.

This will give you some sense of my own haircut debacle:

The vid, if you wanna see Kyle’s haircut:

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Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan

592 - "The Break-upisode," with Kyle Thiermann

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Navigating Heartbreak and Finding Healing

Importance of Finding the Right Medium

Navigating Breakups and Crafted Narratives

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts