Mere Mortals Conversations

TJ Doerfel (also known as Sir TJ The Wrathful) is a musician in the band 'The Doerfels' and host of the 'Into The Doerfel-Verse' podcast. In Conversation #98, TJ and I discuss: life on the road with 10 siblings, his experience of grinding away in the music industry, how he came across 'value 4 value music', why he started a podcast to interact with fans and the joys of rediscovering a passion. Have a fantastic day wherever you are in the world & don't forget to boost!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro To TJ(0:36) - Selling the family house to play music(5:54) - TJ's love of music(13:30) - Getting serious & practice(24:01) - Child novelty vs turning pro(31:21) - The 'Music Business' & connections(40:20) - Self promotion vs V4V(46:01) - Can Value 4 Value be mainstream?(50:30) - V4V Music is open(55:39) - Value is subjective(1:00:01) - TJ's problem that v4v solved(1:09:50) - 'Pay to play' grossness(1:23:45) - Getting real feedback(1:29:34) - Interacting with boosts & chapters(1:42:47) - New music: acoustic and live(1:48:39) - Starting again(1:52:38) - Check out The DoerfelverseTJ's Links:Website: https://www.doerfelverse.com/Mastodon: https://noagendasocial.com/@sirtjthewrathfulConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastSupport the show

How have our bodies changed after 10+ years of training?In Episode #427 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why the stats say I'm top heavy and unbalanced, the data that I capture to measure my progress, Juan's reasons for focusing on health instead of size, how different sports can change your body composition and why it's unlikely you'll care how you look after training for a while. Huge thanks to Petar, Sir TJ The Wrathful and Cole McCormick. Your contributions are vital to the show!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:52) - Today's topic(3:24) - My InBody Scan(10:27) - Juan tracks for health(15:38) - Weight & waist data(18:58) - Biceps, chest & neck data(24:26) - Boostagram Lounge(32:03) - Bodybuilding(42:33) - Locking in gains in your youth(49:43) - Random observations(1:02:45) - Summary(1:11:23) - V4V: We want your pics(1:13:11) - Live chat commentsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

Get the latest goss on what is coming for the new year and why it's about to get crazy.In Episode #426 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: discuss the strategy and philosophy behind the podcast, Mere Mortals, the importance of sustainability and consistency in podcasting, providing valuable content to listeners, why I want to focus more on live audio & less on video, Juan's desire for high quality production and a potential new show idea?!No support this week. Very sad puppy :'(Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:45) - An overview of the Mere Mortals(3:55) - Strategy & philosophy(8:20) - Providing more value(14:02) - Chris Williamson(16:40) - More conversations(25:59) - A hybrid video model(38:13) - Boostagram Lounge(40:45) - Live(1:00:33) - Summary(1:13:18) - V4V: We want your inputValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

What has Juan learnt from buying a property for his young family?In Episode #425 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: all the factors that go into buying a property, my prioritisation of social and financial freedom, whether there is a housing bubble here at the moment and if the metaverse/digital world will have any effect of future house prices. Massive thanks to Dave Jones & Petar The Slav  for the support. These two have been rock solid since almost day dot!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:59) - Juan's housewarming/bbq(3:13) - Long term real returns from investments(9:34) - Decision making of investment vs preferences(20:05) - Kyrin's reasons to not buy property(28:53) - Predictions: Juan's master spreadsheet(33:07) - Boostagram Lounge(39:02) - More MM and Spotify bad bad(42:06) - Australian housing crisis(48:52) - Are houses unafforable nowadays?(59:30) - Location location location(1:05:15) - Own nothing and you'll be happy(1:10:31) - Summary(1:13:58) - References(1:17:05) - V4V: I need some voice actorsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

A continuation from the last 'Musings' but with the focus now on the group instead of the individual.In Episode #424 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: whether I'm being selfish by choosing to create memories just for me, why axe throwing places aren't fond of photos, 'The Inevitable' and 'The Three-Body Problem' books, why September 11/GFC/Covid were world wide events and our lousy predictions of the next big thing. Massive thanks to Dave Jones, Petar, Jimsiefert and Cole McCormick  for the support. Really helps a lot!Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:38) - Previous Ep recap(2:52) - Sacrificing your moment for the group(8:47) - How to create shared memories(14:30) - Using technology for journaling(19:52) - Super power of creation(23:34) - Boostagram Lounge(37:46) - World collective moments(44:28) - What's going to come?(53:22) - Any moment could be the last(57:00) - Summary(1:04:17) - V4V: Send in a boostValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastGet Some Sats: https://lightsats.com/tips/clo6iyhiq057sqx7u43h7wshw/claimConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from this series, showcasing our own methodology. What do you do differently and why?Timeline:(0:00) - Intro(0:41) - Juan's November 2023 Recap(4:19) - Kyrin's November 2023 Recap(9:54) - Support Overview(12:33) - Juan's December 2023 goals(21:21) - Kyrin's December 2023 goals(38:21) - Fitness Progress(39:46) - V4V: Check out the support websiteConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastSupport the show

I wrap up my 12-week running journey, sharing how I transitioned from an engineer's mindset to embracing the challenges of endurance running. Starting with a detailed plan, I navigated through various obstacles like illness, injury, and adjusting to life changes while aiming to increase my weekly running distance. Over the course of these 12 weeks, I clocked 192.28 kilometers across 52 runs, learning to appreciate running beyond just the numbers. This experience taught me about adaptability, mental barriers in running, and the importance of consistent effort over perfection. Join me as I reflect on this transformative journey and share key takeaways that might inspire your own running adventures. Don't forget to drop your comments and questions, and stay tuned for what's coming next in my fitness journey!0:00 - Intro0:44 - Why?1:45 - The Plan3:10 - How it Went5:35 - Adaptability8:16 - Challenges9:32 - Benefits12:20 - Mental Barrier14:40 - SummaryFollow the details over on the website as well!https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/meremortaltraininghttps://www.meremortalspodcast.com/runningphaseConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

Juan and I are experiencing firsts & lasts with our loved ones, moments that may or may not be lost in time.In Episode #423 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the connection between moments and memories, why the last time of something can also be the first of something else, our tricks for enjoying the good/bad moments of life, what Juan did after slipping on his driveway and how life journaling could alter our perception of reality. Massive thanks to Dave Jones & Cole McCormick for the support. Checkout the book review collab I did with Cole for 'The Inevitable' by Kevin Kelly: https://www.youtube.com/live/OtF73p1v48UTimeline:(0:00) - Intro(1:21) - What's a moment?(7:36) - Have we had more recently?(15:24) - Intentionally not remembering(20:48) - How to improve recall(32:52) - Boostagram Lounge(37:01) - Does technology change the game?(49:07) - Hedonic treadmill/adaptation(51:49) - Negatives hurt more(54:58) - Summary(57:22) - Juan enjoys pain(1:00:39) - Teasing for next week(1:02:57) - V4V: Time, talent & treasureValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastGet Some Sats: https://lightsats.com/tips/clo6iyhiq057sqx7u43h7wshw/claimConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

As I conclude the 12th and final week of my running phase, I reflect on the journey I've embarked on. My aim was simple: to spend more time running, increasing my minutes and kilometers on the road. Though the journey had its ups and downs, especially with injuries and life's unpredictabilities, I managed to clock in 5.49 kilometers this week. I didn't stick to my original plan, but I adapted to what life threw at me, incorporating other forms of exercise like biking and walking. I realized that running has become less of a mental hurdle and more of a stress reliever for me, a change I'm quite proud of. As I wrap up this phase, I'm already pondering how running will fit into my future fitness routines, embracing the lessons learned and the growth experienced. Stay tuned for a detailed debrief with all the numbers and insights from my entire 12-week running journey!0:00 - Intro1:20 - Week 12 details3:22 - Summary Follow the details over on the website as well!https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/meremortaltraininghttps://www.meremortalspodcast.com/runningphaseConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show

Juan's away so Kyrin comes out to play, let's get to know me a bit better!In Episode #422 of 'Musings', I discuss: what it was like growing up in Brisbane, why I have tremendous sympathy for teenagers, our fixation with owning a house, my period of experimentation & learning about myself, why I feel like I'm just waiting around at the moment and how I intend to fix that. Massive thanks to Petar and Starky for the support. A bit slow at the moment but things will pick up into the New Year.Timeline:(0:00) - Intro & housekeeping(1:36) - My childhood & family(5:34) - The Aussie dream(8:47) - The teenage years(16:40) - Boostagram Lounge(20:25) - Knowing myself(33:55) - Solidification & stagnation(37:25) - 4 life paths(50:31) - Summary(54:10) - Live chat(55:31) - V4V: Looking for a quote readerValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcastConnect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastSupport the show