

Kreatures Of Habit Podcast
Michael Chernow
Michael Chernow, host and founder of Kreatures of Habit, hosts discussions with his guests about their routines and habits, and how committing to them has helped their paths to success. In each episode, Michael asks about the guest’s morning and evening routines, 3 habits that have changed their life, and one habit that they've broken, and how they stay committed to it.
Episodes
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Mar 27, 2024 • 58min
Manny Lubin: Making Healthy Chocolate Milk
Manny Lubin is the co-founder of Slate Milk. He joins MIchael Chernow to dive into what it’s like running the company, what’s actually important when it comes to business, and much more.
On this episode:
5:16 - Slate Milk is a lifestyle brand
20:03 - Manny’s morning routine
23:00 - Managing business communications
32:04 - The Key to Manny’s success
39:16 - What Michael learned when building multiple businesses
45:51 - The goal of a business is to make money
Check out Slate Milk: https://slatemilk.com/
Follow Manny Lubin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannylubin/

Mar 20, 2024 • 54min
Jaime Filer: Empowering Others Through Mental Health
Jaime Filer is a seasoned fitness model, motivational speaker, and accomplished online health coach. She joins Michael Chernow to dive into the fitness world, her coaching business, and more.
On this episode:
4:09 - Eating disorders and mental health
10:24 - Routines and effective habits
21:01 - Jaime’s morning routine
26:08 - Evening routine
36:28 - Breaking a habit
43:01 - Helping the LGBTQ+ community

Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 13min
Lance Armstrong: The Never Give Up Mentality
Lance Armstrong is a former road racing cyclist, Cancer survivor, and the founder of Livestrong, NEXT VENTŪRES, and WEDŪ. Through WEDŪ, he hosts two podcasts, THEMOVE and The Forward. He joins Michael Chernow to discuss his career, his battle with cancer, what’s on the horizon, and much more.
On this episode:
4:45 - Lance’s favorite place to visit
14:21 - What changed from 1999 to 2000
20:59 - Lance's morning routine at the peak of his career
25:25 - Lance's present day morning routine
28:29 - The current state of technology
35:47 - The pain cave
41:01 - Lance's battle with cancer
46:45 - Michael's confidence in the NY Giants
49:45 - Every lesson has come out of facing fear
Brought to you in partnership with WEDŪ.

Mar 6, 2024 • 60min
KoH What's Really Happening? Ep 4
Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back with a new episode of What’s Really Happening to bring you the latest news on the business of Kreatures of Habit.
On this episode:
2:10 - Waiting for permission in a startup means you’re failing
9:32 - Running a business can be both fun and hard
16:40 - Making the case for changing Meal One’s name
25:55 - Tightening the feedback loop
28:41 - Working with a new manufacturer
40:54 - Improving the check out process
47:03 - Using social media to make actual connections with people
50:38 - Struggling with being present

Feb 28, 2024 • 30min
How Breathwork Can Be A Game Changer
Michael discusses his journey with a new type of breathwork, feeling pure love, seeking approval from his father, and struggling with being present.

Feb 21, 2024 • 45min
Dr. Jaime Schehr: Nutrition Is Not One-Size Fits All
Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition holds dual licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. She works intimately with patients and their primary care physicians to help them understand, identify, and manage their health.
In this week’s episode, she goes deep with Michael Chernow to discuss what integrative medicine is, why individualized care is important, and so much more about nutrition.
Topics:
2:51 - What is integrative medicine?
10:33 - Morning routine and effective habits
18:00 - Nutrition is different for everyone
28:50 - Sleep is massively important
30:56 - Check in with yourself
https://www.jaimeschehr.com/

Feb 14, 2024 • 43min
KoH What's Really Happening? Ep 3
Jonathan Yarmeisch and Michael Chernow are back to take you inside what’s going on at Kreatures of Habit. In episode 3, they dive into raising money, having more efficiency in the business, not being afraid to try new things, and much more.
Kreatures of Habit is a brand that truly values transparency and customer relationships. Which is why we would love it if you send us any questions that you would want to hear answered on the podcast. Simply DM us or send us an email at info@kreaturesofhabit.com, and Michael and Jonathan will be sure to answer on future episodes!
2:00 - Figuring out how to keep KoH alive
7:55 - Hearing no way more than you hear yes
9:15 - Being proactive
14:30 - If something doesn’t work, you fix it and move on
20:00 - Seeing how far you can push yourself
25:00 - What blended ROAS is
32:00 - Possibly being wrong about Knight Kap

Feb 7, 2024 • 52min
Larry Hagner: Being The Best Dad You Can Be
Larry Hagner is the founder of The Dad Edge, a company that helps men become the best people, partners, and dads they’ve always wanted to be. He also hosts The Dad Edge Podcast where he’s interviewed experts on parenting, mindset, communication, and more.
In this episode, Larry and Michael discuss why Larry started the company, how the podcast has helped him, how crucial communication is with both your kids and your partner, and much more.
Topics:
4:07 - How The Dad Edge came to be
15:15 - What Larry learned conducting over 1,000 interviews
19:23 - Larry getting called out by his son for being on his phone during a game
25:48 - The importance of communication in relationships
32:54 - Larry’s body shutting down
40:57 - Cherishing time with your kids
The Dad Edge: https://thedadedge.com/

Jan 31, 2024 • 56min
Dr. Sean Pastuch: Living an Active Life
Dr. Sean Pastuch is the founder of Active Life, a company that helps people get out of pain without going to the doctor or missing the gym from anywhere in the world.
In this episode, Dr. Sean sits down with Michael Chernow to discuss how Active Life started, how the company operates, what it takes to hit your personal development goals, and much more.
Topics covered:
3:48 - Sean manifesting his meeting with Michael
9:06 - Why hospitality in the food industry matters
13:40 - Making friends with other men as adults
17:20 - What is Active Life?
26:40 - Personal development starts with the truth
30:45 - Pushing through the discomfort
38:45 - Creating success for yourself
42:20 - Achieving a work-life balance
Sean’s IG: @drseanpastuch
Website: https://activelifeprofessional.com
Active Life Rx IG: @activeliferx
Active Life Professional IG: @activelifeprofessional

Jan 24, 2024 • 47min
Dr. Sarah Bren: Family Dynamics and Individualizing Needs
Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents find a balanced approach between focusing on healthy child development and not losing sight of their own mental health–since neither can exist without the other.
Sarah is the host of the podcast Securely Attached, and the creator of the parenting courses The Authentic Parent: Finding Your Confidence in Parenthood and The Science of Tantrums. She is also the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group in Pelham, NY where she works with parents, children, and families.
In this episode, Michael and Sarah discuss how different family dynamics don’t need to be fixed if they work for your family, the importance of one-on-one time with kids and individualizing their needs, and so much more valuable parenting advice.
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