
Original Strength Bodcast
Some of the best moments in life happen through conversation. It's how we share ideas, exchange meaning, and gain understanding. Growth happens when we ask honest questions and remain open to hearing the answers. Learn with Tim Anderson as he asks friends and colleagues probing questions about the body, the mind, and the spirit.
Latest episodes

Feb 24, 2023 • 1h 15min
BodCast Episode 165: What is Consciousness? With John Sharkey
In this episode, Tim talks about consciousness with his good friend and world-renowned educator, John Sharkey. This is a fun, light-hearted conversation with questions about where our consciousness lives, how long it lives, and what it is. It's a conversation of possibilities!
To learn more from John about Biotensegrity, fascia, anatomy, and consciousness, check him out here: http://www.johnsharkeyevents.com/

Feb 17, 2023 • 46min
BodCast Episode 164: Learning How to Quit with Annie Duke
In this episode, Tim talks with author and World Series of Poker champion Annie Duke about her new book Quit. If you want to be successful, you must know when and how to quit. In this conversation, Annie tells us how to know when it's worth our while to quit!
To learn more from Annie and to read her book, Quit, check her out here: https://www.annieduke.com/
To learn about her non-profit, The Alliance for Decision Education, check it out here: https://alliancefordecisioneducation.org/

Feb 10, 2023 • 22min
BodCast Episode 163: The Vestibular System is the Fountain of Youth
In this episode, Tim tries really hard to explain what the vestibular system is, what it does, and why it's so important. In fact, he declares it to be THE Fountain of Youth.

Jan 27, 2023 • 1h 5min
BodCast Episode 162: Imagine Yourself to Pain Free Movement with The Franklin Method
In this episode, Tim talks with Eric Franklin the creator of the Franklin Movement. Eric leads us through a series of movements using imagery, tapping and thought in order to demonstrate how the body can move better and become pain-free. This is a world-class education presentation you won't want to miss.
To learn more about Eric and the Franklin Method, check him out here: https://franklinmethod.com/
To get his free Pelvic Floor seminar, click here: https://franklinmethod.com/imagery-pelvic-floor-exercises-free/

Jan 20, 2023 • 40min
BodCast Episode 161: Getting Uncomfortable to Discover Your Strength with Strongman, Mark Burnett
In this episode, Tim talks with performing Strongman Mark Burnett about what it takes to discover and unleash your strength. As it turns out, you have to get a little uncomfortable...! To see Mark's feats of strength and follow him on his quest to conquer 50 decks of cards in 50 states, check out his YouTube page @markburnett-strongman5462
You can also check out his Instagram @apowerwithin
And his website: www.apowerwithin.us

Jan 13, 2023 • 24min
BodCast Episode 160: Gaining Access to Your Strength Potential with Chocolate Muffins and Salt
In this episode, Tim talks about 2 things that bring him joy: Salt and Chocolate. And he also answers a Q&A that revolves around optimal human expression and how to achieve it. This is one you may actually want to hear and marinate on.

Jan 6, 2023 • 18min
BodCast Episode 159: Building Muscle Mass with Brussel Sprouts and Economics
In this episode, Tim conducts a Q&A about nutrition, weight loss, muscle mass, and bone loss. He also has a caffeine "episode." Feel free to write in your questions and let Tim ramble on!

Dec 30, 2022 • 41min
BodCast Episode 158: Staying Safe in Your Play Zone with the Polyvagal Theory
In this episode, Tim talks with Michael Allison about building and maintaining resiliency as we seek to navigate through all of life's adventures. This is a fantastic conversation and a great way to close out the year 2022!
To learn more about Michael and The Play Zone, click here: https://theplayzone.com/coaching
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Check out Michael's background:
Michael has partnered with Polyvagal Institute and Stephen W. Porges Ph.D. in providing education and coaching of Polyvagal Theory in a variety of industries (fitness, wellness, business, etc.), and is currently leading the development of a Polyvagal-informed Certificate for Health, Wellness & Performance Coaches accredited by The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaches.
His unique application of Polyvagal Theory to performance - The Play Zone - provides a paradigm shifting methodology to optimize control of our performance through skillful and conscious control of our physiology, and is endorsed by Polyvagal Institute and Dr. Porges. He was a featured speaker at the Polyvagal Institute’s Annual Summit in October 2022 and will be presenting at the Innovative Education Summit at The Elms in Colwall, Uk on the 11th & 12th of March 2023 & The Master Series at Oxford University, UK on the 1st, 2nd & 3rd of September 2023.
Michael is currently launching the premiere on-the-ground Polyvagal Wellness & Performance Center in Santa Barbara, California to host live and live-streamed retreats, workshops and conferences integrating a variety of Polyvagal-informed industry experts to provide experiential training, lifestyle and certificate programs for coaches, therapists, leaders, educators, organizations and the general public.
Michael consults with professional, collegiate and high performing coaches, teams, organizations, athletes and performers in a variety of disciplines, as well as executive coaches, business leaders and corporate teams. He is a Health & Performance Coach, Personal Trainer, Medical Exercise Specialist, Post Rehab Specialist and Certified Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Instructor. He is the author of SMARTER Coaching, a certificated behavior change course accredited by the American Council on Exercise. In addition, Michael is a certificated ILS Safe & Sound Provider / Remote Provider and Focus System Training Provider. With more than 25 years of experience in the fitness & wellness industry, he is the founder (1999) and co-owner of Physical Focus Inc. in Santa Barbara, California (www.physicalfocus.com) and leads a team of Polyvagal-informed personal trainers, fitness instructors, health coaches, nutritionists and bodyworkers.

Dec 23, 2022 • 19min
BodCast Episode 157: How The Sith Lord is Naked While Doing His Pushups
In this episode, Tim tells an amazing story about the Dark Side, Sith Lords, Being Naked, and Doing Pushups. Yes, it's all in there. Merry Christmas!
Oh, and here is the link to the magical wrist-helping aid device: https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Fitness-31120-Pushup-Stands/dp/B00MBEVV8S/ref=sr_1_8?crid=36PEJQ1O0EOUH&keywords=pushup+handles&qid=1671462655&sprefix=pushup+handles%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-8

Dec 16, 2022 • 20min
BodCast Episode 156: Diving Into the Depths to Find Peace
In this episode, Tim talks with Zandi Ndhlovu, the Black Mermaid, about free diving, bull sharks, peace, and finding one's self. This is, without a doubt, one of Tim's favorite conversations. You may listen to this one twice...!
To learn more about Zandi, or to learn from her, check her out here: https://www.blackmermaid.co.za/home-1