The Mayn Idea Podcast

Will Buck is an alternative singer songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer from Baltimore, MD based in Los Angeles, CA. Combining heavy blues guitar, strong story-telling lyrics and some electronic elements, Buck's sound has been described as renegade folk with an electro-grunge type of delivery.  Will has been named "someone to watch" by the Hollywood Digest, "a diamond in the rough" by Voyage LA and became a semi-finalist on The Opening Act's Hollywood Bowl competition. While his writing ranges from personal redemption to existentialism, addiction to healing and grief to cultivating inner peace, what wins out in the end is Will’s honesty in his experiences and willingness to share it openly. You can listen to his newest EP called Shadows which came out on November 5th, 2021. Don't miss Will Buck live at the Viper Room on April 23rd 2022. Follow Will on Instagram  

Ashley Bowman is an attorney at Bird Morella, PC, where she specializes in white collar defense and business litigation. She has competed as a power lifting, physique competitor, and currently deadlifts over 400 lbs. Ashley is one of the strongest people I've ever met especially when you consider strength relative to bodyweight.  In this episode we cover everything from distorted eating to the landscape of political and social silos that currently exist in the world and our politics here in the United States.  Follow Ashley on Instagram: @smashbfit

Derek Teel is the founder of Dialed Health, an online platform dedicated to strength and conditioning for cyclists.  Before starting Dialed Health, Derek was a top performing trainer at Equinox in Santa Monica, CA. Derek raced Enduro competitively where he developed his first hand understanding of the demands placed upon the human body by this ruthless sport. His skills on the bike are unreal and his ability to build a brand and master his business are equally impressive.  Follow Derek on Instagram: @dialedhealth 

Chas Allen is an author, writer, and actor most known for his 2018 film, American Animals which opened at Sundance and has since been picked up by HBO, Amazon, and Hulu.  Chas was incarcerated for 5 years in federal prison for his part in the attempt to steal valuable art landing him on the FBI's list of most significant art theft cases. Chas served his time and evolved into an incredible human, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Writersinkubator.com where up and coming story tellers have the chance to work through an accelerator program that aligns them with publishers as well as the tools to navigate the challenging business aspects of being an author.  You can find Chas on Instagram @chasallen

Julian Turner, otherwise known as JT Zen, is an Equinox Personal Trainer, content creator, and owner of his new online Kettlebell Training website, Keepitzen.co. Here, you can find programs instructing his unique style of kettlebell flow training. JT has gone through a legitimate, and inspiring physical transformation which we discuss in the episode, and he did it mostly through movement and mindset.  JT played football on the collegiate level and continually pulls from his experience as an athlete. Ultimately the contrast of collegiate athletics and the intrigue of kettlebells lead JT to repeatedly explore the growing community of Kettlebell enthusiasts around the world. Here he developed and perfected his style blending kettlebell strength exercises with continual flows bringing together two typically exclusive worlds of training.

Rachel Mariotti has her Masters Degree in Psychology at New York University with a focus in mental health counseling. Her philosophy is that we can only be so well if we take the best care of our body, but forget about our mind. After finishing graduate school, she worked at a psychoanalytic clinic to begin her therapy practice while also continuing private training. She believes that mental health should be approached like an athlete, having discipline, adaptability, and skill. Rachel currently trains clients and see's individuals separately for her mental health practice.  I truly enjoyed sitting down with her. 

Josh Clay is an online coach who received his Bachelors in Kinesiology from Appalachian State in North Carolina. Josh is one of the most well-read trainers I know and his commitment to mastering his craft is second to none. He understands the importance of training movements versus muscles.  Josh has a background in body building, degree in kinesiology, and thousands of training sessions under his belt. He's thorough in his programming and understands the importance of meeting clients where they are at to help them maximize their outcomes.  In This Episode We Talk About:  Body Image  Personal Insecurities  Training Movements vs. Muscles  Nasal Breathing  Sports Performance  Find Josh:  Personal Instagram:  @joshualeeclay Coaching Instagram:  @wetrainmnm

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Mike Karpenko Mike has spent over 20 years in the fitness industry where he help pioneer some of the most successful direct to consumer fitness DVD's including Tapout XT, and P90X.  Mike has been a fitness personality on Dr. Oz and currently consults with fitness brands helping them with their deliverables. Mike also created Fit Identity where he helps individuals improve their life through the pillars of food, mindset, and movement.  Mike has a special story that lead him to the fitness industry which is where today's podcast begins.  In this episode we covered some exciting topics including: Childhood Insecurities  What's working and what's failing in fitness  How we sometimes lean on goodwill in place of self care  Walking away from massive contracts  Tapout XT, Beach Body  You can find Mike here:  IG - @mikekarpenko YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/mikekarpenko Twitter - @mikekarpenko Mike is currently reading:  The Bottom of the Pool by Andy Andrews

Kirk Matthews is a songwriter and platinum recording artist who has lived many lives.  From his first New Mexican band Tabularasa, his moniker Ceekay Jones, embodying the lifestyle and bravado of New York Hardcore, to finally coming home to himself as Kirk Matthews; No musical stone has been left unturned by this man. He’s been tested, rewarded, and tested again, yet NEVER gave up the fight for his passion; music.  At times he’s shared the stage with the likes of Alicia Keys and Drake, at other’s he's played dinner for $100.  This episode brings to life the real struggles and lessons of relentlessly pursuing your dreams no matter the life stage. I’ve known Kirk for my entire life. This is the most real and honest conversation we’ve ever had. Emotion, anger, love, it’s all in here. In This Episode: Fame The pros and cons of being a chameleon Lessons, lies, life, and love Betting on yourself and losing everything 1990s New York Hardcore Scene Find Kirk Matthews: Instagram @kirkmatthews https://www.instagram.com/kirkmatthewsmusic/ Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keeping-your-dreams-alive-hosted-by-ceekay-jones/id1553865001 Website https://www.kirkmatthewsmusic.com/

Today I sit down with Garrett Jones. Garrett is a former multi-sport athlete turned personal trainer who earned his Bachelors in kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts.  He worked in a Miami training facility that oversaw the strength and conditioning of pro athletes like Frank Gore and recently aided his friend Hella Sidibe run across America becoming one of only 300 people to accomplish this feat. Garrett is a great person and has a healthy view of the world and how to smooth out the highs and lows to maintain general wellbeing and a positive mental attitude. In this episode: Veganism and strength training What is happiness and how to achieve it Training athletes versus general population Hell Sidibe running across America The Bachelorette Choosing what fuels you, not what gives you material gain Find Garret: Instagram: @garrett.jjones