
Figuring Things Out
Welcome to the Figuring Things Out Podcast, hosted by Wil Brown. Inspired by our favourite metaphor, the 5 blind folk and the elephant, each series hosts 5 practitioners, teachers and fascinating humans upon a given topic. Each episode is an opportunity to explore the the topic in a new and unique light, eventually gaining an overarching clarity.
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Latest episodes

Sep 2, 2024 • 1h 32min
LONGEVITY: David Wilson (Oldscoolmoves)
David Wilson AKA Oldscoolmoves is a teacher turned mover who is passionate about turning the conversation on aging, fighting back against ageism. Once a school teacher, David began to really dive into movement in his 50s, and now empowers hundreds of thousands of others via his social media.
In our conversation, I learn about negative aging attitudes, how to embrace aging with compassion and growth, overcoming barriers and limiting mindsets and how to address fears when restarting a physical practice.
Amazing free aging resource: www.oldschool.info
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Jul 23, 2024 • 12min
SIDE NOTES #12 - Reflections & Journaling
Explore the power of journaling and reflection for personal growth. Learn about different journaling techniques and structured reflection processes. Download free Tools for Reflection guide on their website. #FiguringThingsOut

Jul 5, 2024 • 8min
SIDE NOTES #11 - Learning tools for slow learners
Guests Aaron Martin and Udo Neumann discuss learning tools for slow learners, emphasizing breaking down the learning process, embracing failure, and leveraging past experiences. Practical tips are shared to enhance the learning journey.

Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 38min
SPECIAL EP: Josh Hash AKA Strength Side
Josh Hash, Founder and CEO of StrengthSide, discusses his journey, growth of Strength Side, challenges in content creation, building a hybrid gym, balancing parenting and training, writing a book on daily movement, reflections on editing written content, setting long-term goals, bridging fitness concepts with real-world application, and encouraging diverse perspectives in the podcast.

May 30, 2024 • 1h 35min
LEARNING : Flynn Disney - Parkour & Movement
Flynn Disney, an expert in parkour and movement, discusses personal growth, bodily intelligence, joy, and the benefits of his research programs. The podcast explores overcoming challenges in parkour, embracing bodily signals, finding joy through laughter, and understanding the significance of imperfection in practice. Additionally, topics like collision training, neuroticism, and the importance of service in organizing one's life and career are explored in depth.

May 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
LEARNING: Lisa Chaves - Movement Teacher
S4:E4 - LEARNING.
Lisa Chaves is a movement practitioner and coach living in Costa Rica. Originally from Canada, she had a long career personal training in NY, before a major life event changed her path.
In this episode she explains her passion for movement, sensitivity and exploration, and how finding joy through movement is the keystone to learning - and unlearning.
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 50min
LEARNING: Aaron Martin AKA Soft Acro Aaron - Teacher/Researcher
Aaron Martin, a parkour and movement researcher, discusses measuring backflip efficiency, learning styles, methods, and philosophy. Topics include internal vs external states when moving, efficiency in backflip testing, and the balance of internal and external cues in learning movement.

May 9, 2024 • 1h 44min
LEARNING: Joseph Bartz - Movement Teacher
Movement teacher Joseph Bartz discusses authentic communication, learning approaches, and the importance of addressing cognitive and physical limitations. They explore movement culture, forest school education, and diverse learning tactics such as piano and language. Joseph emphasizes immersive experiences, self-improvement, and personal growth through challenging activities, while highlighting the value of exploration in movement practices.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 43min
LEARNING: Udo Neumann AKA Udini - International Climbing Coach
Udo Neumann, one of Europe’s top climbing coaches, has guided athletes to world titles, including German climbers Jan Hojer and Jule Wurm. In this engaging discussion, Udo shares innovative training methods, emphasizing visualization and the balance between agitation and rest. He explores the differences between bouldering and traditional climbing, the importance of cultural influences in coaching, and the role of strength and adaptability in athletic success. Personal stories add depth to his insights on overcoming challenges and the joy of learning through movement.

Apr 22, 2024 • 28min
SIDE NOTES #10 - Fontainebleau Ticks, Tips & Tactics
Join the hosts as they reflect on their Fontainebleau climbing trip, sharing tips for bouldering success. From mastering top outs to overcoming challenges like climbing in the rain, this episode offers valuable insights and entertaining anecdotes for outdoor enthusiasts.