Dive into the maze of modern information overload, where accessibility often leads to confusion and shallow understanding. Discover staggering stats about our daily consumption of data and the implications on decision-making. A personal journalism story illustrates the chaos we face. Learn about a powerful framework designed to help sift through the noise, ensuring that what you absorb is both accurate and meaningful. Embrace the challenge of navigating today's digital landscape with better insights and a clearer perspective.

Dive into the fascinating reasons behind our innate drive to explore! Discover how exploration shapes human experience and the role of dopamine in seeking adventure. Learn why technology might dull our exploratory instincts and what a wild event 50,000 years ago meant for our species. Uncover surprising links between endurance and exploration, and find practical tips to explore your city or even your daily life. With insights from a new book, this conversation sparks inspiration to embrace the unknown!

Embark on an exciting journey as a seasoned hiker shares insights on tackling an 850-mile trek through the desert. Discover the secrets behind effective training plans that improve your healthspan while preparing for epic adventures. Learn about essential gear and sustainable food choices critical for long hikes. Dive into the unique challenges of unmarked trails, like the Hayduke, and pick up valuable tips for navigating tough terrain. Get inspired to embrace the great outdoors!

Embark on a thrilling 850-mile hike through the desert, aimed at self-discovery and deeper meaning. Explore the conflict between modern life and adventure, along with its impact on mental health. Discover insights into discomfort as a path to resilience. Get excited about regular podcast updates packed with engaging stories and expert hiking advice, all while the speaker prepares for their transformative journey. Tune in for tips on gear, nutrition, and exclusive live sessions to enhance your own adventures!

Discover secrets behind enhancing endurance and optimizing health through step counts and quality supplements. Uncover the latest insights on heart health, sleep patterns, and the lifestyle choices of elite athletes. Dive into the intriguing world of hunter-gatherer diets and how they can inspire our modern eating habits. With each topic, gain actionable tips to boost your well-being and longevity, wrapped in a unique mix of intriguing studies and personal observations!

Michael is speaking with Brett McKay, founder of the Art of Manliness and Dying Breed.Brett has spent the last 17 years in the trenches writing and reporting about how to live a richer, more meaningful life by blending timeless wisdom and practical advice.We asked him 26 questions on topics like health and fitness, parenting, testosterone, marriage, books, faith, and more. Topics include:* Why Brett hates video.* The new Dying Breed project.* The best parenting advice Brett has heard.* How Brett stays healthy despite a hectic work and parenting schedule.* Advice for working with your spouse.* Dumb health trends.* Brett’s two favorite exercises.* What Brett learned getting really strong.* The difference between health and performance.* Testosterone replacement therapy.* Brett’s favorite books.* The benefits of being involved in church.* And much more … P.S., Brett also ran a similar interview with me at Dying Breed. Read it here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comToday is the second Friday of the month. Which means it’s time for Gear Not Stuff.Read more about the idea behind Gear Not Stuff here. * In short: Gear Not Stuff is a framework that helps us make smarter purchasing decisions. Gear has a clear purpose of helping us achieve a higher purpose—a tool we can use to have better experiences.Today, Michael is covering home-based technology that can improve your health.We’ve validated all of the items against research—that is to say, this is not some wacky s**t that biohackers hustle. Michael currently use each item.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comMichael explains the optimal body size for different fitness activities.Using your height, you’ll be able to calculate the right weight for your goals. Think of it as a SUPERMEDIUM calculator.Why it matters: The calculator will help you find the right balance of strength and endurance, a key to performance and living longer and better.Go to the post at TWOPCT.com to get the calculator.

Michael’s work as a journalist takes him all around the world—from the streets of Baghdad and jungles of Bolivia to mountaintop monasteries in Bhutan and laboratories in Boston. He wanted a pack system to optimize his travel and keep himself safe.So Michael began working with Justin Kiel—who manages GORUCK’s custom pack division called SCARS—to tweak some of the packs he uses for travel. Justin started cutting, sewing in hidden pockets, tweaking fabrics, and more.After our designs became really, really good, we all got the idea to team up with Huckberry and release some of the designs we’d created.The result is a two-pack system to help you travel more efficiently and safely. We used GORUCK’s 40-liter GR2—big enough for a week of travel—and Bullet—a great day bag.Michael will cover the pack and its features in this episode. You can also win one of the packs if you become a Member in the next 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comDid you see Saturday Night Live’s viral CouplaBeers skit? Watch it in the post here.Oddly enough, the skit gets so much right about addiction and bad habits.In fact, it provides a more useful view than that of the medical establishment.In today’s episode, Michael will unpack:* What CouplaBeers gets right about addiction and bad habits.* How bad habits and a…