

The Pat Flynn Show
Pat Flynn
Want to become better than most people at most things? Then the Pat Flynn Show is for you. Listen in, and learn:
- How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as "skill stacking."
- Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and study habits.
- Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
- Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
- Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.
- How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as "skill stacking."
- Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and study habits.
- Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
- Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
- Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.
Episodes
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Sep 29, 2026 • 36min
How to Really Train Your Abs (Without 1,000 Crunches) + A Rant on AI
For 101 FREE kettlebell workouts visit http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com 00:00 – Introduction 00:49 – Why Dan Prefers the Incline Bench Press 01:26 – Dan Gets Accused of Using AI 04:00 – AI: Useful Tool or Crutch? 05:03 – What Music Production Can Teach Us About AI 06:49 – Fake Fitness, Fake Musicians & Technology 08:22 – When Does Enhancement Become Dishonest? 10:12 – Good Lighting vs. Faking Your Results 11:16 – Why People Appreciate Real Mistakes 12:22 – Being Human in an AI World 14:53 – Where AI Still Struggles 16:56 – AI Should Supplement, Not Replace You 17:30 – How to Really Train Your Abs 17:58 – Step One: Getting Lean Enough to See Your Abs 20:20 – Dan John's Top Ab Exercises 20:34 – #1: Hanging Bent-Knee Leg Raises 22:37 – A Trick for Better Ab-Wall Tension 23:22 – #2: Ab Wheel Rollouts 23:51 – #3: Heavy Suitcase Carries 24:26 – Dan's "Golden Ticket" for Training the Abs 😂 25:26 – Why High-Rep Ab Training Is Overrated 26:05 – How to Progress the Ab Wheel 26:40 – Train Your Abs Like Any Other Muscle 27:08 – How Often Should You Train Abs? 27:26 – How Dan Programs Ab Training 29:00 – Pairing Exercises for Better Training 30:47 – The Problem With Searching for the "Perfect" Program 32:29 – The Simple Ab-Training Framework 33:10 – Dan's Ireland Trip & The Banshees of Inisherin 35:18 – Wrap-Up

Sep 15, 2026 • 33min
The Simple Fitness Reset | Dan John
For 101 FREE kettlebell workouts visit http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com

Aug 11, 2026 • 30min
How Dan John Lost 52 Pounds—and Got Stronger
Dan John, veteran strength coach and former competitive thrower, shares his multi-year body transformation journey. He outlines a simple toolkit of walking, short thrice-weekly lifts, mobility work, and fasting before workouts. He describes protein-focused meals, practical eating and alcohol tips, using realistic weight ranges, and strategies for handling social food situations.

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Jul 14, 2026 • 19min
What Kettlebells Do Better Than Anything Else
Dan John, veteran strength coach and author known for practical kettlebell training, breaks down what kettlebells do better than barbells and dumbbells. Short takes on why kettlebells shine for ballistic and single-sided work. Covers killer moves like swings, Turkish getups, snatches, and presses. Talks tool-specific tradeoffs and when to choose machines or free weights.

Jun 30, 2026 • 24min
The Best Double Kettlebell Exercise IS...
For 101 FREE kettlebell workouts go to http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com

Jun 16, 2026 • 19min
The Kettlebell Exercise Everyone Overlooks
For 101 FREE kettlebell workouts go to http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com Dan John makes the case for why (spoiler alert!) the kettlebell clean is the most underappreciated exercise in the kettlebell family. We break down why it builds power, grip, biceps, upper back, posture, conditioning, and "armor" in ways people often miss — plus common mistakes, key technique cues, and a few clean-based workouts to try

Jun 9, 2026 • 34min
Training Around Injuries Without Being Stupid
for 101 free kettlebell workouts go to http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com

Jun 2, 2026 • 29min
The One Kettlebell Plan Dan John Would Give Busy Adults
Get my free 101 Kettlebell Workouts here: http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com Dan John is back to lay out a simple Weekend Warrior Kettlebell Plan for busy adults who want to get stronger, leaner, and harder to kill—with just a SINGLE kettlebell. Best of all? You can run this plan on Saturday and Sunday, with a mild check-in on Wednesday. It's literally the perfect weekend warrior plan. We cover why systems beat willpower, how to train effectively with just one kettlebell, and Dan's simple Saturday/Sunday/Wednesday approach for real people with jobs, kids, and chaotic lives. #kettlebells #danjohn #kettlebellworkout #strengthtraining #homeworkout #weekendwarrior

May 19, 2026 • 22min
Dan John Says: Do 25 Goblet Squats a Day
For 101 free kettlebell workouts visit http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com For Pat's awesome and amazing Strong ON! book: https://amzn.to/3Pu5Ook (affiliate) Dan John *literally* invented the goblet squat. So when he says most people should do 15–25 goblet squats per day, it's worth paying attention! In this episode, Dan explains why goblet squats pair so well with kettlebell swings, how to use them for strength, mobility, conditioning, and longevity, and why this simple daily habit is much more recoverable than most people think. Like, share, comment, subscribe!!

May 12, 2026 • 22min
Dan John Says: Do 150 Swings a Day
For 101 FREE kettlebell workouts visit http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com For Pat's super awesome Strong ON! book, go to: https://amzn.to/4eIv5oX (affiliate) ABOUT THIS EPISODE Dan John has a brutally simple kettlebell recommendation: do 150 swings a day. But there's a specific way to do them—so tune in to hear exactly how Dan lays it out. In this episode, we talk about why the kettlebell swing remains one of the most powerful "minimum effective dose" exercises for strength, conditioning, fat loss, and real-world fitness—and how to make daily swings work without overcomplicating the process.


