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Flow Research Collective
Flow Research Collective Radio is a podcast dedicated to helping you unlock the upper edge of your potential. Join New York Times bestselling author Steven Kotler and Co-Founder of the Flow Research Collective, Rian Doris as they attempt to decode the science of peak performance and flow with world leading experts on the topic.
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Mar 13, 2023 • 1h 7min
The Power of Strategic Storytelling for Social Change with Josh Gryniewicz
Josh Gryniewicz, expert in strategic storytelling for social change, shares how he implements group flow for employees, his top productivity hacks as a business owner, and his triple return on investment. Also, the significance of crafting a shared story for branding, embracing a bigger picture mindset, the value of non-time, importance of delegation, and the power of strategic storytelling for social change are discussed. Lastly, learn about how flow can enhance productivity and unleash peak performance.

Feb 27, 2023 • 54min
Flowing Together: How To Build A Community That Thrives with Michael Lovitch
Join Michael Lovitch as he unveils the secrets to creating a thriving community for entrepreneurs. Discover the power of peer-to-peer collaboration and how saying 'no' is vital for success. Learn about the unique events designed to foster genuine connections while eliminating hierarchies. Explore the humorous side of community engagement, like sending funny potatoes. Plus, find out how achieving a group flow state can enhance creativity and productivity. It's all about building a space where individuals flourish together and forge lasting relationships.

Feb 20, 2023 • 57min
Decoding Diet: The Science of Nutrition Beyond Calories with Dr. Dean St. Mart
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 of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Are you looking to boost your health and performance through nutrition and lifestyle? Join us in this episode as we sit down with Dr. Dean Saint Mart, the Product Formulator for Supplement Needs and fitness industry-renowned Pharmacologist, for an in-depth discussion on the latest insights in diet and health. We delve into the debate on calorie balance and explore optimizing insulin sensitivity for better cognitive performance. Dr. Saint Mart shares tips on maximizing energy and focus through diet and exercise, as well as essential blood markers to monitor. Don't miss out on discovering the keys to achieving optimal health and performance!
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
0:00 Intro
4:39 Diets & Their Impact On Health & Performance
10:42 The Four Pillars Of Diet
13:37 The Debate On Calorie Balance
17:44 Optimizing Insulin For Better Cognitive Performance
28:05 How Diet & Exercise Maximize Energy & Focus
35:02 Key Markers To Watch For In Blood Work
44:06 Positive Effects Of Supplements On Cognitive Function
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-st-mart-phd-89b11932
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanstm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deanstm

Feb 13, 2023 • 60min
The Neurobiology of Love: How Love Impacts Peak Performance & Growth with Dr. Patricia Van Pelt
Love may bring happiness this Valentine's season, but did you know it can also drive peak performance and growth?
Dr. Patricia Van Pelt-Scott, known as Dr. Pat, is a success coach, personal growth expert, Illinois State Senator, author, and serial entrepreneur. She is on a mission to advance civilization by helping humanity evolve into their highest selves and regain mastery over life and love.
Dr. Pat is a living embodiment of doing the impossible. She adopted the growth mindset of her mother and rose to her purpose. She has dedicated her work to showing others how they can do the same through understanding the neurobiology of love and its impact on peak performance and growth.
In this episode, you will learn about:
Intro (0:00)
Overcoming Challenges & Adversities (1:44)
Flow Is For The Extraordinary (3:03)
Dr. Pat's First Exposure To Flow (4:20)
The Impact Of Parent's Growth Mindset (9:40)
Rising To Your Purpose (10:54)
The Neurobiology Of Love (14:46)
Staying On The Bright Side Of Flow (23:53)
Humility And Growth (28:42)
How To Coach People For Growth (33:54)
How To Achieve Real Peak performance (43:13)
Pursue Goals With Consistency (49:29)
RESOURCES
Website: https://www.drpat.net/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risewithdrpat_
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risewithdrpat

Feb 6, 2023 • 58min
Theory Of Constraints: The Key To Better Decisions with Dr. Alan Barnard
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 of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Get ready to have your multitasking myths shattered and your mind blown!
Join us for an eye-opening episode with Dr. Alan Barnard!
In this episode, we'll learn why multitasking is a myth, challenge basic assumptions, and discover 5 steps to better decision making.
Plus, you'll get a glimpse into the world of problem definition and the Theory of Constraints. And if that's not enough, we'll explore the fascinating topic of flow in organizations.
Are you ready to flow with the punches? Tune in now.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
Intro (0:00)
Why Multitasking Doesn't Work (0:34)
Challenging Basic Assumptions (10:30)
5 Steps To Better Decision Making (16:27)
The Skill of Problem Definition (27:35)
The Theory of Constraints (29:19)
3 Types Of Flow Within 3 Organizations (41:18)
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralanbarnard/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralan.barnard
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralanbarnard
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralanbarnard
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!

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Jan 30, 2023 • 59min
Flow State Onset: Unraveling the First Few Seconds of Flow with Steven Kotler & Dr. Michael Mannino
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 of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler, the executive director of Flow Research Collective is joined by Chief Science Officer, Dr. Michael Mannino in an exciting episode to talk about the research article that they worked on entitled, "The First Few Seconds of Flow: A Comprehensive Proposal of the Neurobiology and Neurodynamics of State Onset", which was recently published in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews.
This marks the first time a research has been done on flows triggers, it’s phenomenological complexity being tied to neurobiological mechanisms, and also the first time anyone has discussed the neural dynamics of flow in comparison to traumatic stress and the psychedelic state.
This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the science of flow and the inner workings of the brain.
Don't miss out on this informative and engaging episode!
#flowstate #neuroscience #mindfulness #frc #flowresearchcollective
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
00:00 Intro
00:42 The Origin of Flow State Onset
14:02 Getting Into Flow Vs Trauma
24:39 Flow's Relationship To Psychedelic States
29:32 Signals of Flow State Onset
39:08 Flow Triggers And Performance Benefits
44:41 What's Next For Flow Science?
Steven Kotler’s Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler
Dr. Michael Mannino’s Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mannino-ma-phd-39782661
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuro_fit
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!

Jan 23, 2023 • 1h 3min
Peptides: The Future of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine with Dr. Elizabeth Yurth
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 of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Dr. Elizabeth Yurth, MD, ABPMR, ABAARM, FAARM, FAARFM, FSSRP, is the Co-founder of Boulder Longevity Institute and Human Optimization Academy.
As a double board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Anti-Aging/Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Yurth has more than 30 years of clinical experience and continues to stay at the forefront of orthopedics, cellular medicine, regenerative medicine, and the future of aging.
Dr. Yuruth explains her core methodology to Replace, Restore & Regenerate. She explains the evolution of traditional medicine to functional medicine to the newest focus on cellular medicine and the use of peptide therapy. She also breaks down some of the simplest and most cost effective strategies for anti-aging, disease fighting and longevity.
If you want a simple yet very effective overview of some of the most useful peptides for injury and longevity- this is a podcast for you! If you are an athlete- professional or amateur- she has some sage advice when dealing with injuries to prevent future and almost certain arthritis.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
(0:00) Intro
(2:21) Staying Up-To-Date With Regenerative Medicine
(08:08) Peptide Therapy For Optimizing Human Performance
(19:59) Pharmaceutical Interventions For Aging
(28:58) Nootropics Enhances Brain Abilities
(37:15) Safety Control Around Peptide Therapy
(42:34) Neural Repair In An Aging Brain
(44:55) Hormone Optimization 101
(50:41) Future Medical Interventions For Aging
(53:50) Human Optimization Academy
RESOURCES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-yurth-md-abaarm-faarm-faarfm-5745217a/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dryurth/
Website: https://boulderlongevity.com/
Human Optimization Academy Website: https://bli.academy/

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Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 23min
Peak Performance Aging: Growing Old, Staying Rad with Steven Kotler
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 here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
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!
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
(0:00) Intro
(1:36) The Age Limit For Peak Performance
(4:22) The Origin of Peak Performance Aging
(10:55) Aging Mindset & Lifelong Learning
(19:06) Cultivating Cognitive Superpowers
(27:12) Optimizing Physical Fitness As You Age
(35:14) Becoming Risk Averse in Danger
(40:46) Regenerative & Longevity Medicine
(42:56) Broken Bones & Interoception
(46:53) Turning Your Life Into a High Flow Blue Zone
(52:40) Longevity: Diet & Gut Health
(55:22) Importance of Having a Flow Partner
(1:09:47) The Notion of Replacement Friends
(1:13:20) Peak Performance Aging Demands Play
RESOURCES:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@flowresearchcollective
Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/

Jan 9, 2023 • 41min
Ending Strong: The Key To Finishing Any Powerful Speech with Michael Gendler and Tristan de Montebello
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 here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
In 2017, Tristan and Michael founded Ultraspeaking and have since coached the world’s top athletes, creatives, leaders, and entrepreneurs to speak more effectively in the moments that matter most. In 2019, Tristan and Michael launched The Simulator, a collection of speaking games to help people speak better in high-stakes scenarios. Their latest project, Fundamentals, is a flagship course to facilitate rapid growth in professionals around the world.
The world is full of impactful and well versed speakers and there’s no doubt that their methods work. However, oftentimes, you will find them practicing from scripts and memorizing their most successful talks word for word. And when adopted by any aspiring speakers, it can lead to failure most of the time. Tristan and Michael have learned how to truly connect with an audience without losing your authenticity and quirkiness. They have truly embodied their teachings and have proved that it is possible to speak effortlessly in any situation.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
Intro (0:00)
Ending A Speech Strong (1:29)
The Power of Storytelling (10:46)
The Importance of Humor In Speaking (15:27)
Coaching in Ultraspeaking (23:02)
The One Thing (33:06)
RESOURCES:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgendler/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Ultraspeaking
Website: https://ultraspeaking.com/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ultraspeakingapp
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ultraspeaking

Jan 2, 2023 • 1h 8min
Speak Without Notes: Fill Your Speech With Flow Using Ultraspeaking
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 of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.
ABOUT THE GUEST:
In 2017, Tristan and Michael founded Ultraspeaking and have since coached the world’s top athletes, creatives, leaders, and entrepreneurs to speak more effectively in the moments that matter most. In 2019, Tristan and Michael launched The Simulator, a collection of speaking games to help people speak better in high-stakes scenarios. Their latest project, Fundamentals, is a flagship course to facilitate rapid growth in professionals around the world.
Because of the way people view speaking in general, many aspiring speakers struggle to get an amazing idea or concept across their audience. Practicing with scripts and memorization is actually detrimental to your speaking skills, as Tristan and Michael explain. If you have the desire to be one of the best public speakers in the world, this episode will be very beneficial to you.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
Intro (0:00)
What Ultra Speaking Is (02:40)
The Role of Flow in Ultra Speaking (04:40)
Building Confidence in Speaking (12:56)
How To Practice Ultra Speaking (16:56)
Performing VS Speaking (22:43)
Gamifying Ultra Speaking (28:37)
Strategies for Speaking in Flow (41:17)
The Hard Part of Ultra Speaking (52:32)
Breathing And Pausing (59:16)
RESOURCES:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgendler/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Ultraspeaking
Website: https://ultraspeaking.com/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ultraspeakingapp
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ultraspeaking
STEVEN KOTLER is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance.
His books include The Art of Impossible, Stealing Fire, and The Rise of Superman. His work has been translated into over 40 languages and appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, The Harvard Business Review and Forbes.