

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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Dec 2, 2020 • 1h 4min
EP 474: COVID-19, The Presidential Election, and How to Not Be Fooled By Statistics with Dr. Matt Briggs
Dr. Matt Briggs, PhD in mathematical statistics from Cornell, joins The Pat Flynn Show to discuss how to not be fooled by statistics as we tackle important contemporary topics from COVID-19 to the presidential election. Visit Dr. Briggs website at: https://wmbriggs.com/ Pick up The Price of Panic at: https://amzn.to/2I78ANE About Dr. Briggs William M. Briggs is a writer, philosopher and itinerant scientist living on a small but densely populated island in the Atlantic Ocean. He earned his PhD from Cornell University in statistics. He studies the philosophy of science, the use and misuses of uncertainty, the corruption of science, and the uselessness of most predictions. He began life as a cryptologist for the Air Force, slipped into weather and climate forecasting, and matured into an epistemologist. He maintains an active and lively blog at wmbriggs.com. The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Dec 1, 2020 • 29min
EP 473: Dan John on Easy Strength for Fat Loss
Pat and Dan discuss how to modify Easy Strength for fat loss! The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Nov 30, 2020 • 24min
EP 472: Finding Truth in a World of Conformity and Conspiracy
In preparation for some upcoming (controversial) podcast discussions, Pat discusses what truth is, why it's important, and how to get it, especially in a world where conformity pressures and conspiracies abound!

Nov 28, 2020 • 1h 7min
EP 471: Philosophical Habit and Human Flourishing with Dr. Brian Kemple
Dr. Brian Kemple joins The Pat Flynn Show to discuss philosophical habit. Specifically, we look at habit from an Aristotelian perspective and how habits relate to human fulfillment and personal relationships. ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Nov 25, 2020 • 54min
EP 470: Dan John on Holiday Survival and Dumb Practicality
Pat and Dan discuss the usefulness of "dumb practicality" and offer some tips for thriving during the upcoming holiday seasons! Grab 101 FREE Kettlebell workouts at http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com

Nov 24, 2020 • 30min
EP 469: Where My Muscles At??!! Dealing with Haterz and Loserz ft. Aleks Salkin
Pat and Aleks face their accusers and offer advice on how to deal with internet trolls. (Apologies for the shaky audio at the beginning; internet wasn't behaving!)

Nov 22, 2020 • 24min
Sunday School: Is Christianity a Religion of Fear?
A listen asks Pat and his wife Christine to discuss whether Christianity is a religion of fear and how to reconcile that with an all-loving God. Full show notes and mentioned resources at: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/sunday-school-is-christianity-a-religion-of-fear/

Nov 20, 2020 • 59min
EP 468: Chik-Fil-A, Predestination, and Human Freedom with Fr. Gregory Pine
Fr. Gregory Pine returns to the Pat Flynn Show to discuss Chik-Fil-A coffee, predestination, the problem of evil, human freedom, and how to tie all these difficult things together. Please enjoy! ... Pat Flynn "Bullet Points" on Predestination: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15D25qsKEDx8KmQwGUAALIjeLb4mx2Pmi_Qh48diZQhE/edit?usp=sharing

Nov 17, 2020 • 1h 2min
EP 467: Dan John on Hot Sauce for Muscle Cramps, Fixing Your Kettlebell Swing, Why No Back Squats, and More!
Pat and Dan discuss a variety of subjects, ranging on the possible therapeutic effects of hot sauce for muscle cramps, why Dan doesn't program very heavy back squats for most people, when (and why) to progress to the double kettlebell lifts, and tips for fixing your kettlebell swing and goblet squat. ... Grab 101 FREE Kettlebell Workouts at: http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com

Nov 17, 2020 • 34min
EP 466: Pat and Aleks Kill 3 Fitness Myths That Needed to Die Anyway
Pat and Aleks (aka The Big Boys) discuss fitness myths/lies/unhelpful assumptions that must be destroyed! Check out Generalist University at: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/generalistuniversity