Flow Radio

Explore the significance of effective communication, challenges of aging and the exciting possibilities in the second half of life. Challenging the belief that physical decline is inevitable with age. Achieving physical abilities later in life and surpassing one's own limitations. Improving mindset and achieving peak performance through personal experience and training. The significance of flow and deliberate play for learning. Krista Stryker's experience training with the flow research collective.

Explore the power of flow with Steven Kotler as he discusses peak performance, the neurobiology of flow, and the benefits of deliberate play. Discover how to achieve extraordinary things by tapping into flow and unlocking cognitive superpowers. Gain practical tips on overcoming challenges in knowledge work and the limitations of the 10,000 hour rule. Learn how flow can increase productivity, creativity, strength, stamina, and accelerate learning.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the renowned New York Times bestselling author, distinguished journalist, and Executive Director of the esteemed Flow Research Collective, teams up with the visionary journalist and co-Director of All Conditions Media, Matt Barr, the inspirational creator of Looking Sideways Action Sports podcast. In this episode, Steven Kotler delves into the fascinating concept of his most recent book, Gnar Country and how it serves as a framework for rewriting the rules of aging. He explores the idea of growing up and learning through flow, shedding light on the impact of risk aversion, fear, and stress on the brain. Discover the key to achieving exceptional results through motivation and the practical applications of triggers for peak performance. Steven shares insights on how to cultivate a trainable path to peak performance and fulfillment, leveraging motivation and flow for continuous progress.  Tune in as he unravels the secrets to unlocking human potential and achieving remarkable outcomes in various aspects of life.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (04:11) Core Idea Behind Gnar Country (07:38) Rewriting the Rules of Aging (15:18) Growing Up and Learning Through Flow (23:54) The Impact of Risk Aversion, Fear, and Stress on the Brain (35:37) The Key to Exceptional Results through Motivation (40:29) Triggers and Applications for Peak Performance (52:24) A Trainable Path to Peak Performance and Fulfillment (59:43) Leveraging Motivation and Flow for Continuous Progress   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-barr-090b1516/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/wearelookingsideways/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welooksideways/  Podcast: https://lookingsideways.substack.com/podcast  Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the renowned New York Times bestselling author, distinguished journalist, and Executive Director of the esteemed Flow Research Collective, teams up with the charismatic visionary and transformative teacher, Kute Blackson, the acclaimed author of the national bestselling book "You.Are.The.One," which has touched and inspired countless lives.  In this episode, Steven Kotler discusses the importance of challenging activities for successful aging. He challenges traditional beliefs and emphasizes the "use it or lose it" principle for maintaining cognitive abilities. Kotler shares his personal experiment learning to park ski in his 50s and its impressive results, along with a study involving older adults. Flow state, its neurobiology, triggers, and trainability are explored, along with the benefits of social engagement and leg strength in aging.     ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (02:59) The Engine That Drives Us (06:03) What Comes Online Beyond 40's? (12:39) Flow is Trainable (27:26) The Key to Maximum Learning and Retention (34:17) Balancing Effortlessness and Energetic Focus (38:33) Active Recovery Techniques for Peak Performance (45:54) The Surprising Mind-Body Connection (54:13) The Secrets to Thrive in the Second Half of Life   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kute-blackson-35755519/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/kuteblackson/?_rdc=1&_rdr  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/kuteblackson  Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. The expert in human performance joins Matt Belair, an executive coach, mindset expert, and the host of the Master Mind Body and Spirit podcast which has reached #1 on iTunes. In this captivating podcast, Steven Kotler discusses fascinating fragments from his book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad." Join the conversation as they uncover peak performer motivators and the significance of finding a purpose to achieve peak performance. Discover the surprising benefits of leg strength and the importance of honing the "use it or lose it" skills. Get ready to explore the myths and breakthroughs of peak performance aging.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (0:00) Intro (02:41) All About Gnar Country (09:00) Encountered Surprises (15:55) Peak Performer Motivators (23:46) Finding Purpose (30:35) Benefits of Leg Strength (35:22) Use it or Lose it (38:58) Eye-Opening Moments (43:17) Setting the Rules (49:36) The Most Fun Experience   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbelair/?originalSubdomain=ca Website: https://mattbelair.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.belair/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_belair?lang=es Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, a renowned New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, joins Zach Grossfeld, the host of the Auxoro podcast. Zach speaks with top performers who excel in their respective fields and share their inspiring stories.   Join Steven as he discusses breakthroughs he experienced while writing his book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.” He also shares how he sets his priorities, park skiing techniques and tricks, what triggers the flow state, and the role of weed edibles in enhancing performance.   Prepare for captivating discussions about human potential and the remarkable stories of those who push boundaries. Tune in now and learn more about the flow state.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 03:04 - Setting Priorities 05:23 - Marriage Agreements 08:56 - The Brand of Madness for Gnar Country 19:43 - Park Skiing Tricks and Mechanisms 28:52 - Flow State Triggers 33:43 - Role of Weed Edibles in Action Sports 47:24 - A Derailing Moment 51:26 - Fear vs Self-Expectation 52:46 - The Battle with Lyme Disease 58:40 - Favorite Skiing Scene   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachgrossfeld Podcast: https://www.auxoro.com/the-auxoro-podcast   Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview?utm_source=social&utm_medium=ig&utm_campaign=podcast-ig   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join Steven Kotler, a New York Times bestselling author and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, together with Ultra Habits podcast host, RJ Singh, a professional and ultra-endurance athlete, as they enlighten a whole new perspective on peak performance aging.     They explore the valuable insights presented in Steven Kotler’s book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.” Steven shares his views on modern science and human potential. Uncover the secret to achieving a socially healthy aging process and shed light on the profound impact of having a personal quest in life.   Watch the episode now and change your view on the second half of your life!    ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (00:12) Gnar Country (04:33) Views on Modern Science and Medicine (09:18) Defining Peak Performance Aging (15:49) Power of Language Priming (19:28) Thoughts on Retirement (25:27) Aging as Social Construct (31:15) The Role of Having a Quest (39:04) Stacking Motivators (42:18) Peak Performance Aging Habits (47:25) Gender Variation   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rj-singh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rj.dosanjh.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultra.habits/?hl=en Website: https://ultrahabits.co/  Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join NYT best-selling author and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler, and Dr. Michael Gervais, performance psychologist and Founder of Finding Mastery as they discuss how to sustain peak performance as we age. In this episode, they explore the correlation between adrenal fatigue and PTSD. Additionally, discover the cognitive superpowers that we can unlock as we age and the factors that contribute to peak performance aging.  Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro  03:13 Flow Explained 05:59 The Old Dog 10:38 Gnar Motivation and Challenges 16:37 Running Out of Progress and Time 20:05 Aging Cognitive Superpowers 24:32 Other People's Opinions 29:20 High Performer's Support Mechanism 32:31 Progression 36:19 Expectation Vs. Standard 41:34 Overcoming Hurdles 45:32 Skills Are Transferable 47:54 Peak Performance Aging Formula 55:56 Peak Performance Aging Defined 57:43 Flow in Business 01:03:07 Quick Hits   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmichaelgervais/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaelgervais    Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Join us in this captivating episode as we dive into the world of operational efficiency with Nick Sonnenberg. As an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, and bestselling author of "Come Up for Air," Nick knows exactly how to help teams break free from the overwhelming workload.   Discover Nick's game-changing framework, CPR: Communicate, Plan, and Resource, designed to revolutionize organizational efficiency. Get ready to explore the power of flow and learn how it can transform your team's productivity.   In this episode, we'll explore leadership secrets, practical strategies, and innovative techniques to enhance work efficiency. Nick's expertise will guide you towards a better, more streamlined company that thrives in today's competitive landscape.   Tune in now and unlock the secrets to unleashing your team's potential and achieving unparalleled success. Don't miss out on this transformative episode!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 03:31 Nick's  Career Path 10:23 Life's Philosophy 12:26 The Detail Behind Organization Efficiency 15:22 Relationship Between Work and Flow 18:41 Communicate, Plan and Resource 24:16 Heavy Cost of Tool Adoption 27:59 Efficiency in Work 31:25 Prioritizing Tasks and Optimizing Work 35:54 The Importance of Having an Agenda 40:18 Optimizing Time with Flow 42:38 Working Around Blind Spots 47:19 The Optimized Podcast   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicksonnenberg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicholasSonnenbergLeverage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholassonnenberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nick_sonnenberg Flow Research Collective’s Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Transition from development to tech startups, importance of primary flow activities and achieving entrepreneurial success, connection between the language of flow and entrepreneurship, frugality and resourcefulness in flow state, constraints and well-being, unlocking measurement of flow and technological operationalization.