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Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 10min

2643: Six Data-Backed Reasons Why Becoming a Father is a Hack & More (Listener Coaching)

Mind Pump Fit Tip: 6 Data-Backed Reasons Why Becoming a Father is a Hack. (1:37) Tech addiction and the downstream effects on your brain. (28:47) 10 reasons why people go to rehab. (36:22) AI worship. (39:21) Kids say the darndest things. (43:53) Bullish on Bitcoin. (49:37) Hustles experienced. (51:57) Elite Trainer Academy Podcast. (53:29) #Quah question #1 – I keep seeing female fitness influencers show off their flat stomachs and basketball-sized booties while telling social media how this look is attainable. But is it really? I have always noticed with my own body that when my waist becomes more snatched, my glutes begin to shrink. So, how can I or anyone else achieve that basketball-sized booty while attaining a flat stomach at the same time? (56:31) #Quah question #2 – How often should I change my routine? Should it be a complete overhaul or a change to a specific exercise? (1:00:17) #Quah question #3 – Are belt squats as beneficial as barbell squats? (1:04:45) #Quah question #4 – Best workout plan for an overweight new dad? (1:06:53) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you’re personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they’re here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don’t wait—take the first step today. ** Elite Trainer Academy - Podcast July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Transitioning to fatherhood: Prospective effects of wellbeing on future depression symptoms Parents live longer than their childless counterparts, study finds People with children live longer, study finds — but only this many kids First-time fathers show longitudinal gray matter cortical volume reductions: evidence from two international samples  Exploring men’s alcohol consumption in the context of becoming a father: a scoping review Father Involvement and Father-Child Relationship Quality: An Intergenerational Perspective A Father’s Impact on Child Development ChatGPT's Impact On Our Brains According to an MIT Study | TIME Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share it with a friend. Try LMNT risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump Mind Pump #1987: How to Burn Fat & Build Muscle at the Same Time How Phasing Your Workouts Leads to Consistent Plateau Free Workouts Mind Pump #2572: Only 15 Minutes a Day to Build Muscle & Burn Fat Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Stephen C. Meyer (@StephenCMeyer) / X Bishop Robert Barron (@bishopbarron)  Instagram Kyle P (@mindpumpkyle) Instagram  
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Jul 17, 2025 • 31min

2642: The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques

The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques Why it’s NECESSARY to strengthen good posture. (0:57) The Top 10 Posture Fixing Techniques #1 - Seated rows. (8:30) #2 - Prone cobra. (11:01) #3 - Static stretching of the pecs/delts. (12:17) #4 - Standing straight arm pulldown. (15:42) #5 - Farmer walks. (17:15) #6 - Planks with posterior tilt. (18:13) #7 - Physio ball crunches. (21:27) #8 - Thread the needle. (24:22) #9 - Hip bridge. (26:21) #10 - Child’s pose with reach. (28:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code to receive 20% off your first order. ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Mind Pump TV - YouTube – Find all exercises listed above Ask Mind Pump Trainer Bonus Series Episode 3: Assessments That Sell Training How to do a PROPER Plank Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  
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Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 42min

2641: Five Ways Your Emotions Are Making You Fat and Unhealthy and How to Fix Them & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Ways Your Emotions Are Making You Fat and Unhealthy and How to Fix Them. (2:30) Is there zero need for billionaires? (26:23) Dead internet theory. (34:00) Stop it with the Epstein nonsense. (37:15) Fake vs. real creatine gummies. (38:57) Shock and awe. (43:53) The BEST home gym you can have. (52:40) Technique vs. strength. (54:25) #ListenerLive question #1 – If I were to switch my training over to a functional bodybuilding style approach, how would I go about trying to maintain as much muscle mass as I can that I’ve built over the past 8 years? (59:10) #ListenerLive question #2 – Any insight you all can provide on why I continuously pull/strain my calf muscles? (1:09:48) #ListenerLive question #3 – How can I get my efforts to match my results? (1:21:57) #ListenerLive question #4 – What did I do wrong when running MAPS Anabolic, and how did I manage to screw it up so badly? (1:32:20) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** 7/14 - 7/15: Creatine Gummies Free with any 2 products! You can stack our 20% off! Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout. ** Visit PRx Performance for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** No code for 5% discount gets automatically applied at checkout. ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Obesity and cortisol: New perspectives on an old theme Stress and Eating Behaviors - PMC Mindfulness, depression, and emotional eating: The moderating role of nonjudging of inner experience Mindful Eating: The Art of Presence While You Eat - PMC Sleep Deprivation: Effects on Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance Efficacy of exercise combined with standard treatment for depression compared to standard treatment alone: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials James Smith Fake Creatine Gummy - IG 28 Years Later | Rotten Tomatoes Watch The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch Full Episodes Visit MASSZYMES by biOptimizers for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP10 at checkout for 10% off any order. ** Strengthen Your Shins: Master the Tibialis Raise Today! Mind Pump #2560: How to Break Free from Destructive Body Image Issues Mind Pump #1297: 3 Ways to Know If Your Workout Is Not Right for You Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram James Smith (@jamessmith) Instagram Brian Shaw (@shawstrength) Instagram  
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Jul 14, 2025 • 40min

2640: Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur

 Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur Ten Lessons for the Fitness Entrepreneur #1 - Embrace Failure as a Teacher. (1:21) #2 - Focus on Customer Needs. (4:52) #3   Start Small, Scale Smart. (7:20) #4 - Build a Strong Team. (11:08) #5 - Cash Flow is King. (14:02) #6 - Adapt to Change. (18:55) #7 - Network Relentlessly. (23:49) #8 - Prioritize Time Management. (28:09) #9 - Stay Resilient. (33:07) #10 - Keep Learning. (37:10) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Legion Athletics for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP for 20% off your first order (new customers) and double rewards points for existing customers. ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #1595: Your Ideas Suck… How to be an Entrepreneur With Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Marc Randolph (@MarcRandolph)  Instagram  
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Jul 12, 2025 • 1h 39min

2639: The 5 Reasons Why People Can’t Stop Fasting & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: The 5 Reasons Why People Can’t Stop Fasting. (1:51) Why Sal doesn’t want to do his upcoming YouTube series. (21:47) The MOST powerful skin regeneration protocol. (32:22) Hidden gems in animated films. (35:44) What a terrible accident. (38:41) The pressures of teen dating and the delicate tackling of it as a parent. (41:00) The neuropsychology of raising children. (49:38) Guess Who? (55:52) Zbiotics customer testimonials. (57:33) #ListenerLive question #1 – How would I go about correcting rib flare? (1:03:28) #ListenerLive question #2 – Is diet the thing that is holding me back from building muscle more than the programming? (1:08:33) #ListenerLive question #3 – What's the best way to figure out how much weight to lift when in a deficit? Finally, if I only use MAPS 15 for the rest of my life, will I receive all the benefits I need, or do I need to switch up my programs? (1:18:23) #ListenerLive question #4 – UPDATE: My thoughts on MAPS Aesthetic as a 67-year-old man. (1:26:00) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Joovv for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP to get $50 off your first purchase. ** Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases, (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2405: The 5 Intermittent Fasting Mistakes Causing Weight Gain Building Businesses for Strangers – Alex Hormozi New Zealand trucker 'blown up like balloon' by air hose Diary of a CEO - DEBATE: Has Modern Feminism Gone TOO FAR?! The John Delony Show - An Honest Take On Parenting Today (With Dr. Becky Kennedy) Becky Kennedy: The single most important parenting strategy | Ted Talk GUESS WHO Disney Star Wars Memory Matching Game by Hasbro Visit Hiya for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Receive 50% off your first order ** How to Perform a PROPER Dumbbell Pullover Mind Pump #2210: Best Workouts for Bulking & Cutting Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mikhaila Peterson (@mikhailapeterson) Instagram IFBB PRO Johnny Sebastian (@_johnnysebastian) Instagram Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram Erica Komisar, LCSW (@ericakomisar) Instagram Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Dr. Becky Kennedy | Parenting (@drbeckyatgoodinside) Instagram  
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Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 14min

2638: Five Proven Ways to Age Slower & More (Listener Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 5 Proven Ways to Age SLOWER. (1:43) The older you get the faster you age. (28:25) Would you trade wisdom to go back 10 years? (30:00) Roasting a “puke” trainer. (33:42) The EXPLOSION of the peptide market. (37:25) Will AI replace doctors? (43:37) A product SO good, it ruined that whole category for you. (51:51) Pink Pony Club. (53:29) #Quah question #1 – Should you add more weight or do more reps? (59:06) #Quah question #2 – I’ve heard you guys say protein is hit or miss daily, it’s not a weekly average. Why? If I hit 150G one day, 250G the next, for an average of 200G per day, why does that not work? (1:04:21) #Quah question #3 – I keep seeing that taking Baking Soda before you work out will give you bigger pumps. Is there any truth to this? I’m worried instead of getting bigger pumps it’s going to be bigger dumps. (1:06:25) #Quah question #4 – Any tips for hitting all heads of the triceps when behind-the-neck movements cause elbow pain/discomfort? I don’t think it’s a mobility issue, since the pain is at the flexion point, not when having hands behind the head. (1:10:31) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Transcend for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer! ** Telehealth Provider • Physician Directed GET YOUR PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN!  Hormone Replacement Therapy, Cognitive Function, Sleep & Fatigue, Athletic Performance and MORE! ** Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout: 15% off your first order! ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Mind Pump #2187: Why Building Muscle Is More Important Than Losing Fat With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Regular Napping Linked to Increased Brain Size - SciTechDaily Exploring the relationship between religiosity and telomere length in older individuals Exploring emotional well-being, spiritual, religious and personal beliefs and telomere length in chronic pain patients—A pilot study with cross-sectional design 41 Harsh Truths Nobody Wants To Admit - Alex Hormozi (4K) Why Haliburton Tore His Achilles (The TRUTH) Comparing Pentadeca Arginate to BPC-157: A Comprehensive Analysis Microsoft's AI Is Better Than Doctors at Diagnosing Disease Visit Jolie for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. And if you don’t like it— you can return your Jolie for a full refund within 60 days, no questions asked. ** Why Your Tempo Matters When You Workout! – Mind Pump TV The Impact of Sodium Bicarbonate on Performance in Response to Exercise Duration in Athletes: A Systematic Review Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Chris Williamson (@chriswillx) Instagram Alex Hormozi (@hormozi) Instagram Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym) Instagram Ben Bruno (@benbrunotraining) Instagram Functional Patterns (@functionalpatterns) Instagram  
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Jul 10, 2025 • 37min

2637: The Best Supplement + Workout Program Combos for Results

Summer Stack — The Best Supplement + Program Combos for Results Summer Stack — The Best Supplement + Program Combos for Specific Results. (1:31) #1 - For muscle mass: Whey protein + creatine. (4:51) Program: MAPS Anabolic #2 - For targeted sculpting: Essential amino acids (for calorie restriction), creatine, and whey protein. (10:21) Program: MAPS Symmetry  #3 - For mobility: Omega 3s + water. (17:19) Program: MAPS Prime Pro #4 - For athletic performance: Creatine, caffeine, and beetroot powder. (23:18) Program: MAPS Performance #5 - Stress reduction: Ashwagandha + magnesium. (27:00) Program: MAPS 15 #6 - Fat loss: Green tea extract (EGCG) + essential amino acids. (31:10) Program: MAPS HIIT Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Our Place offers a 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** Special Promotion: Summer Stack ** 50% off the selected MAPS programs using the code STACK at checkout. ** Mind Pump # 2497: The Amazing & Weird Side Effects of Creatine Mind Pump # 2432: The Truth About Essential Amino Acids with Angelo Keely Mind Pump # 1790: The Secret to an Attractive & Functional Body The Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Rheumatoid Arthritis Possible Effects of Beetroot Supplementation on Physical Performance Through Metabolic, Neuroendocrine, and Antioxidant Mechanisms: A Narrative Review of the Literature Visit Organifi for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off** Therapeutic effect of high-dose green tea extract on weight reduction: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources  
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Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 35min

2636: The Perfect Activity, Exercise & Diet Balance for True Health & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: What is the perfect amount of exercise, steps, and diet? (2:10) Outsource thinking, and your brain stops thinking. (21:43) AI is getting insubordinate. (30:19) It’s BBQ season! (32:48) Things that are accepted, but should be considered scams. (35:33) Sal has a good experience with the local cops. (40:52) Creatine and kids. (44:50) iPad vs. TV. (45:47) Mello your sleep. (53:42) #ListenerLive question #1 – How do you define a good night’s sleep? (57:31) #ListenerLive question #2 – I have significant pain in my wrists when completing barbell front squats. How can I fix this issue? (1:02:57) #ListenerLive question #3 – I’m feeling great at 48. What should I focus on to continue progressing and staying healthy well into my 50s and beyond? Any tips for keeping it fun and sustainable for the long term?  (1:09:22) #ListenerLive question #4 – How do I keep pushing forward in a way that balances health, performance, and visible results without getting discouraged by the slower pace? (1:20:22) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Butcher Box for this month’s exclusive Mind Pump offer!  ** Available for a limited time, a curated box pre-filled with Mind Pump’s favorite cuts — no guesswork! ButcherBox members who sign up through Mind Pump will receive: $20 OFF their first box, Free chicken breast, ground beef, OR salmon in every box for a whole year! ** Visit NED for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Walking 8,000 steps just 1-2 days a week linked to significant health benefits New Perspective: 0.6g Protein per LB Standard ChatGPT's Impact On Our Brains According to an MIT Study | TIME Questions for Humans Conversation Cards Root Cause (film) - Wikipedia Creatine Supplementation in Children and Adolescents - PMC Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code 25MINDPUMP at checkout for 25% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic** Mind Pump #2620: The Ultimate Longevity Plan Mind Pump #610: Dr. Andy Galpin Work Your Wrists Flexors – QUICK FITNESS TIP! Crazy Baby (The Crazy In Love Series) MP Holistic Health Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises & Techniques Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Dr. John Delony (@johndelony) Instagram Andy Galpin (@drandygalpin) Instagram Dr. Stephen Cabral (@stephencabral) Instagram
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Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 13min

2635: Secrets From a Top Trainer With Jordan Syatt

Secrets from a Top Trainer Jordan Syatt If you’re here to make money, you are in the wrong profession. (2:00) What motivated his recent content for children? (7:51) The nuance surrounding all the recent Government health policies. (17:40) GLP-1s: A cultural moment. (21:28) Will trainers be obsolete when we have medical interventions to solve these issues? (24:32) The value of the struggle and challenge. (26:25) His greatest source of purpose. (30:52) Greatest challenges with parenting. (36:33) Family comes first. (38:44) Tackling nutrition with your kids. (40:39) Work/life balance. (43:39) The value of loaded stretching for longevity. (49:21) The next big trend. (1:01:42) Don’t eat like an asshole. (1:04:17) Related Links/Products Mentioned Get your free Sample Pack with any “drink mix” purchase! Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share it with a friend. Try LMNT totally risk-free. If you don’t like it, give it away to a salty friend and we’ll give you your money back, no questions asked! Visit DrinkLMNT.com/MindPump July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Home - SF Inner Circle Workouts for Kids with Coach J! - YouTube Mind Pump #2595: Mike Israetel Unplugged (Explicit Content) The Jordan Syatt Podcast  The Impact on Kids of Dad's Faith and Church Attendance Shabbat - Wikipedia Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Jordan Syatt (@syattfitness) Instagram Michael Israetel (@drmikeisraetel) Instagram Dave Ramsey (@daveramsey) Instagram Jon Call (@jujimufu) Instagram  
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Jul 5, 2025 • 1h 46min

2634: Four Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain & More (Listener Live Coaching)

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Mind Pump Fit Tip: 4 Weird Reasons You Have Joint or Muscle Pain. (1:43) The highest IQ ever recorded. (19:24) The top 5 physical attributes that women consider attractive in a man. (26:33) There are levels to everything. (30:37) Pondering vs. speed when it comes to making decisions. (34:56) Creatine and women. (38:44) How addiction flourishes in the dark. (42:19) Psilocybin and depression. (43:21) Controversial parenting topic: Spanking your kids. (45:31) #ListenerLive question #1 – Given my scale weight isn’t moving, should I try higher calories even though I can’t do as much volume-wise? (1:02:52) #ListenerLive question #2 – Can you mix the workouts from different phases of a MAPS program based on the settings and time you have to workout for that week? (1:16:03) #ListenerLive question #3 – Am I wasting my time doing hot vinyasa style yoga? Does it have any benefits as far as building muscle and burning fat? (1:26:23) #ListenerLive question #4 – Within the MAPS programs, what do you suggest for focusing on shoulders/traps and how do you incorporate MAPS Prime into your strength training? (1:37:12) Related Links/Products Mentioned Ask a question to Mind Pump, live! Email: live@mindpumpmedia.com Visit Caldera Lab for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order of their best products. ** Visit Rock Recovery Center for the exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Ben and Tom know firsthand the struggles of addiction and alcoholism. With years of experience helping thousands of individuals, they offer a free consultation call to discuss your situation. Whether you’re personally battling addiction or have a loved one in need of help, they’re here to guide you toward the support you need. By filling out the form and scheduling your call, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a free 60-day scholarship at Rock Recovery Center, their premier treatment center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Don’t wait—take the first step today. ** July Special: MAPS Split or Anabolic Metabolism Bundle 50% off! ** Code JULY50 at checkout ** Cerebral and spinal modulation of pain by emotions - PubMed Pain, anxiety, and depression - Harvard Health MP Holistic Health World's Smartest Man Professes Christian Faith On Social Media Mind Pump #2530: Why All Women Should Take Creatine $1000 on the Line, Wrestling Mario Lopez - YouTube 6 Science-Backed Reasons Women Should Be Taking Creatine Single psilocybin trip delivers two years of depression relief for cancer patients 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos – Book by Jordan B. Peterson Risks of harm from spanking confirmed by analysis of 5 decades of research Visit Brain.fm for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners. ** Get 30 days of free access to science-backed music. ** Stronger Kids | United States | KidStrong Mind Pump #2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV MAPS Prime Pro Webinar Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mario Lopez (@mariolopez) Instagram GEORGIO POULLAS (@georgiopoullas) Instagram Jordan B. Peterson (@JordanBPeterson) Twitter/X Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram  

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