
The ikario Podcast: human thriving in the modern world
The world is noisy, complicated and overwhelming, but you can learn to surf the chaos. On this podcast, we explore what it takes to break free from digital distractions, addictions, social isolation and everything else keeping us down in the modern world. Learn how to become more capable, build (and stick with) good habits and become a force to be reckoned with.
The ikario podcast is hosted by Shane Melaugh and produced with the help of the ikario team.
Latest episodes

Aug 2, 2022 • 1h 15min
Get Rich During the Economic Recession | Episode 63
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Difficult economic times are upon us. Inflation is seeing record highs, destroying people's purchasing power and at the same time assets like stocks and crypto have been plummeting in value. Not to mention a war in Europe, talks about energy and food shortages...
Where does this all lead? How can mere mortals still work their way towards financial freedom, when the odds seem so strongly stacked against us?
That's what we discuss in today's episode.
00:00:00 - Why personal finance?
00:04:20 - Is the economy screwed?
00:07:11 - The most important question to ask
00:17:50 - Knowledge is power/wealth
00:21:46 - Active vs. passive investing
00:26:07 - How to win with an imperfect strategy
00:34:28 - The game is not to make money fast...
00:35:32 - Are current asset prices a good buying opportunity?
00:40:44 - Why things might still get worse
00:46:18 - Narrative overextension
00:54:29 - Why you must make your own financial decisions
00:57:52 - Income Expense Gap
01:03:00 - My biggest investing mistake last year
01:07:35 - Be a participant
01:12:20 - Plan to get rich slowly
Learn my simple model for strategic thinking: https://ikario.com/decisions/

Jul 28, 2022 • 29min
The Bacon Fallacy | Episode 62
Ever said "I could never live without bacon... or cheese, or coffee, or alcohol" or anything else? In this video Shane reveals The Bacon Fallacy: The idea that living without something you love makes your life worse, is untrue.

Feb 2, 2022 • 44min
Focus on Consistency - Life Lessons from 100 Days of Gym | Episode 61
We recently completed our first official 100 day ikario challenge. The goal was to complete 100 days of physical training without a break. Before we set out to make a compact video of this experience, Shane and Dean knock about the lessons from doing a challenge like this.
Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/061/

Jan 24, 2022 • 1h 8min
ikario Team’s Biggest Lessons from 2021 | Episode 60
2021 was filled with loads of personal development for the ikario team. In this episode we look at each person's biggest takeaway from the year.
Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/060/

Jan 6, 2022 • 1h 1min
The benefits of longterm Daily Journaling | Episode 59
In this episode Shane and Dave Danzeise, an old collogue and friend, share a bit of catchup on what's happening in Bali, before turning their attention to journaling. Shane and Dave share their devotion to writing practices as the best tools for self development.
Show Notes: https://ikario.com/059/

Dec 24, 2021 • 1h 7min
NFTs will Save the World - Part 2 | Episode 58
The Crypto discussion continues covering topics like NFTs and Metaverses as well as some speculation on how the future might look.

Dec 16, 2021 • 1h 7min
Crypto: The Problems with Early Adoption | Episode 57
Shane has been helping onboard newbies to the crypto space in the safest way possible. In this episode Jonas and Dean (newbies) talk with Shane about the difficulties of being new to crypto currencies and the issues with the early adoption phase that is playing out right now.

Dec 3, 2021 • 48min
Reaching Effortless High Performance | Episode 56
In this episode we explore levelling up one's skills to make problem solving an effortless task. We also look at "the right amount of frustration" for performance optimisation. It's good to know when your comfort zone has become too comfy or when you've stepped out too far. Striking that balance is like designing a game.
Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/056/

Oct 26, 2021 • 52min
How to Succeed Without Burning Out with Jan Broders | Episode 55
In episode 55 of the ikario podcast, Shane speaks with Jan Broders, a coach who helps high performers from around the world with stress management. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/055

Oct 20, 2021 • 1h 10min
Masculinity, Psychedelics & Uncomfortable Truths | Episode 54
In episode 54 of the ikario podcast, Shane opens up & discusses a few controversial topics from psychedelics all the way to gender differences. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/054/
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