REAL AF with Andy Frisella

Today's society preaches being happy and accepting yourself without putting in the required work necessary. In today's Real Talk episode we combat the lies that keep us average.

A special throwback episode ft. Jocko Willink. In the episode, we talk about the opposing qualities that leaders need to develop, tactics for dealing with lack of confidence and other challenges leaders face with any team on the planet. This is as thorough an education on leadership as you're going to get in less than 90 minutes. If you're wanting to find out more on leadership, be sure to check out Jocko's latest book, "Leadership Strategy and Tactics: Field Manual."

I recently had a stint where I was going through some dark times in my life. As some of you may know, I've been clinically diagnosed with depression. If you're going through a similar situation, know that it's nothing to be embarrassed about. Resources are available to help you in these difficult times. In todays episode, I share with you 5 steps that will help you power through your dark times.

Valentine's day was last week. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon joins Andy and the crew as they discuss whether passionate Vegans can handle the truth about meat, why 3 out 5 Americans are lonely, and how a simple mental exercise can transform your life.

Egos can drive us to jeopardize what’s good just to prove a point. Emphasizing national pride, the discussion urges listeners to shift their focus from negativity to recognizing America’s progress. Unity and collective progress take precedence over individual desires. It’s a wake-up call to prioritize what truly matters, encouraging a broader perspective beyond personal ego.

What does it take to build a real legacy? Jesus Christ, Adolf Hitler, Kobe Bryant… no matter what their goal was, it was very clear that each one was highly skilled in influencing people, culture, and the world.

Being authentic is one of the best qualities any human can have, especially in the land of social media, where it's hard to believe the highlight reel. One way people try to achieve this is by being vulnerable… but there is a fine line though between vulnerability and oversharing. We talk about this and other things like when Sal used a hotel towel as toilet paper and still tries to blame Andy to this day.

The world of today is made complicated and full of double standards. In reality, it's really pretty simple… just do the right thing. From business to your personal life, if you stick to that one rule, your customers, employees, and spouse are going to love you for it.

Let's be real: the rise in technology might be good for efficiency ... but how does automation & artificial intelligence negatively affect us humans, including those crazy fucks who want to dress up as animals & comic book characters? Also on this episode: Sal imagines himself as a panda, Vaughn hits 69 in his mini-van ... and my dad & I debunk myths about success.

Conditions will never be ideal. How the most successful people in the world react in the midst of all the chaos and become their ideal self.