The Jay Ferruggia Show

Marcus Aurelius Anderson is a mindset coach, best-selling author of "The Gift of Adversity," TEDx & global keynote speaker, proud veteran, and creator of the Acta Non Verba Movement and podcast.   Listen as we discuss his unthinkable victory over death (twice) and paralysis, how he was able to use that adversity as his catalyst for greatness, and how you too can become a better human, leader, entrepreneur, and actualize success across all areas by embracing the adversity in your own life.   Key takeaways: What does true mastery really look like?  [4:55] How to channel the warrior ethos.  [10:14] Entering the gateway to self-discovery.  [14:45] If everything is a priority, nothing is a priority.  [19:36] Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.  [26:03] Why victimhood is dead.  [37:45] What are the three keys to masterful communication?  [46:35] How can you learn to embrace adversity as a gift?  [52:02] The litmus test for determining what's important in your life.  [1:03:12] THIS is the main thing keeping YOU from progressing.  [1:07:43] Conquering the two extremes of perfectionism.  [1:11:53] Are you bullsh*tting yourself?  [1:15:28] The value of playing aggressive in a fear filled world.  [1:23:03] A day in the life of Marcus Aurelius Anderson.  [1:26:17]   Sponsors: Optimal Carnivore - Enjoy the most nutrient dense food on the planet with their encapsulated grass-fed organ complex.  Use coupon code Renegade to save.  BUBS - The purest form of collagen, sustainably sourced from grass-fed and pasture raised cows.  Go to bubsnaturals.com and use the coupon code JAY to save 20%.   Organifi Gold - Pain soothing herbs and phytonutrients in a delicious golden milk that will help you sleep better at night.  

Dan Freed, CEO of the forward-thinking nootropics company, Thesis, knows what it takes to optimize your brain chemistry.   Thesis has helped thousands of people become high performers with customized nootropics that improve mental focus, attention, memory and energy.   Tune in as we discuss his journey from high school dropout to earning his Master's degree from Yale and starting his company.  Dan shares lessons learned along the way and gives you tips and insights on how you can enhance your cognitive abilities.   Listen as we discuss: Living proof that self-limiting beliefs are BULLSH*T.  [4:35] Did nootropics help Dan unlock his true potential?  [16:35] How the customized approach to nootropics by Thesis is like none other.  [20:25] What exactly are nootropics, and what can they do for you?  [23:34] How to redefine challenges and use them for personal growth.  [25:50] Let's take a trip - an excursion into the world of psychedelics.  [30:45] Four bonus tips for managing stress and increasing overall well-being.  [38:38] Sponsors: Thesis - To become more focused, energetic and productive take their 3 min assessment and get your customized nootropic blend.  Use coupon code JAY to save 15%. BUBS - The purest form of collagen, sustainably sourced from grass-fed and pasture raised cows.  Use coupon code JAY to save 20%.  Organifi - Organifi Gold provides pain soothing herbs and phytonutrients in a delicious golden "milk" that will help improve your sleep.  

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Michael Chernow is a restaurateur and chef, entrepreneur, TV host, wellness leader, and founder of Kreatures of Habit.   His goal in founding Kreatures of Habit was to create easily accessible nutritional products that are rooted in adopting the positive habits he used to transform his life.  He accomplished just that with the game changing oatmeal, The PrOATagonist.   On top of his many endeavors, Michael holds a natural pro status within the Organization of Competitive Bodybuilders.   Listen as we discuss his approach to training and nutrition leading up to his upcoming show, how he was able to transform his addictions into a life of fulfillment, and his latest business venture.   Key Takeaways: A sneak peek inside Michael's garage gym.  [12:20] The power of finding your tribe.  [17:13] Sous Vide: The secret to a contest ready body?  [21:18] Dissecting the stigma behind carbohydrates.  [30:45] Oats are oats, right?  Think again... [36:12] How he went from struggling with addiction to happiness, fulfillment, and success.  [42:42] From wake up to wind down - what's next for his business?  [1:01:35] Sponsors: PrOATagonist - Nutritionally functional and essential ingredients added to gluten-free oats. Optimal Carnivore - Enjoy the most nutrient dense food on the planet with their encapsulated grass-fed organ complex.  Use coupon code RENEGADE to save.  Cured Nutrition - CBD infused products from Colorado grown hemp that promotes deep relaxation and sleep.  

Jake Steiner is a passionate advocate for eye health with a unique perspective; that we can reverse myopia naturally.   After a decade of research Jake compiled enough peer-reviewed academic data to back his hypotheses that we've been looking at myopia all wrong, that the 100 billion dollar per year retail optometry industry is little more than a cash cow, that our eyes are not broken, and that myopia is reversible.   He's here to share his journey from a -5-diopter prescription to perfect 20/20 vision, as well as simple tips to help you regain perfect vision.   Key Takeaways: What exactly is myopia, and is eyesight truly determined by genetics?  [7:10] The hidden costs of visiting an optometrist.  [12:17] Jake's counterintuitive method to regain perfect vision.  [13:40] Why getting outside can be addition by subtraction for your eyes.  [17:50] A simple trick to help you combat heavy screen time.  [19:38] These ancillary effects of wearing glasses will change the way you see them.  [21:00] Two steps to eliminating dependence on corrective lenses.  [24:45] The impact of age on vision, and what you can do about it.  [27:43] How quickly can someone transform their vision?  [32:25] How you can benefit from your daily commute.  [34:05]  The Renegade Book Club.  [37:13] Sponsors: Epoch - Verified grass-fed, delicious tasting and easily digestible whey isolate.   Paleo Valley - Delicious beef sticks sourced from grass-fed and grass-finished cows. BiOptimizers - P3OM supplies your gut with powerful, protein digesting bacteria.  

Danny Vega, former collegiate Strength & Conditioning coordinator, is the co-founder of Fat Fueled Family - a podcast, blog and YouTube channel dedicated to helping families grow closer through better health.   Danny teamed up with his partner Adrian Gonzalez to create a series of growth and development books geared specifically for children.  The book series will be the first fictional, character-based publication(s) that shed light on self-development principles and strategies for kids, all revolving around a select group of children characters who possess special abilities.   Tune in as Danny provides his insights on navigating the current social climate, and becoming the strongest, most optimized version of yourself.   Key Takeaways: Focus on THIS if you want to get stronger and leaner.  [5:05] What you can do to thrive during uncertain times.  [9:20] Keys to navigating the current social climate.  [12:25] These 5 daily habits will increase focus and productivity.  [17:38] Autophagy, quarterly fasting, and the benefits of electrolytes and bone broth.  [23:00] Danny's unique approach to diet and gut health.  [28:15] The "old man" hypertrophy (muscle gain) program.  [35:55] The importance of introducing essential life skills to kids.  [41:35] Sponsors: Epoch - Verified grass-fed, delicious tasting and easily digestible whey isolate protein.   Micro Gainz - Fractional weight plates to help you make small but steady increases to your training loads.   Organifi - Helps you fight inflammation and improve your sleep with their organic turmeric products.    

“Pain is the greatest leader that men are afraid to follow.”  Traver Boehm knows men. How they think, what’s behind their behavior, and most importantly, their unique challenges in the modern landscape. Traver is the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement, the fastest growing men’s movement in the world. He is the author of Today I Rise, and Man UNcivilized as well as a two-time TEDx speaker, men’s coach and podcaster. Key takeaways: Traver’s unconventional path to self-discovery. [5:06] What exactly is the Year to Live Project? [14:28] How to find the freedom of an unapologetic life through insignificance. [17:35] The birth of Man UNcivilized. [20:41] Have you allowed society to guilt you out of your manhood? [27:51] Diffusing the ticking time bomb. [31:45] The biggest challenge we face today is not a virus. [40:23] The unnatural art of developing deep and meaningful relationships. [45:42] Why we need to be connecting beyond our egos. [48:12] Be dangerous, but not a danger. [56:54] The revolution will not be civilized. [1:02:45] Sponsors: BiOptimizers - P3OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria.   BUBS - The purest form of collagen, sustainably sourced from grass fed and pasture raised cows. LMNT - A tasty electrolyte drink mix that gives your body everything you need and nothing you don’t.  

In this listener Q&A episode I cover everything you can do to maximize your natural muscle building potential.   I also give you my thoughts on early morning workouts, tell you how to fix low back pain and a lot more.   Sponsors: LMNT - A tasty electrolyte drink that gives your body everything you need and nothing you don't.   Phoenix Pro - The ultimate manhood enhancement tool.  Get $500 off plus special bonuses.  Athletic Greens - Comprehensive and convenient daily nutrition. PrOATagonist - Nutritionally functional and essential ingredients added to gluten-free oats.

Sal Di Stefano is a personal trainer, co-founder of Mind Pump Media, and co-host of Mind Pump Podcast.   He is also the creator of the Muscular Adaptation Programming System (MAPS Fitness Products).  Sal is dedicated to prioritizing health over appearance, and he aims to shift the direction of the fitness industry from aesthetic and insecurity based to one based in self-love and self-care.   Key Takeaways: Breaking down the Resistance Training Revolution.  [9:20] How did resistance training become the most stigmatized and misinterpreted form of exercise?  [13:11] Of all forms of exercise, THIS is the worst.  [17:17] Are there any benefits to doing cardio?  [19:55] I'm 40+ and have let myself go... How do I get lean?  [23:07] The one skill almost everyone has, and how it should be utilized.  [24:25] Increase your training efficacy with this simple mindset adjustment.  [28:17] We talkin 'bout practice!?  [32:47] Balancing intensity and volume - is there an optimal rep range?  [38:52] Muscle memory: real or gimmick?  [44:47] Why proper resistance training is superior to stretching for functional flexibility.  [51:35] The root cause of most injuries and the role mobility plays.  [53:37] Are you viewing progressive overload incorrectly?  [58:07] Wanna optimize your body?  Don't overlook these forgotten factors.  [1:02:17] Three highly effective ways to shift focus from restrictive diets to behaviors, and the benefits of doing so.  [1:05:32] A few tips to consider for optimal gut health.  [1:12:27] When it comes to recovery NOTHING compares to THIS.  [1:14:47] Sponsors: BUBS is the purest form of collagen, sustainably sourced from grass-fed and pasture raised cows.  Use coupon code JAY to save 20%.   Organifi Gold provides pain soothing herbs and phytonutrients in a delicious golden milk that helps you sleep better at night and feel amazing in the morning.  Go to www.organifi.com/renegade to get 20% off your order.   To become more focused, energetic and productive take the 3 minute assessment by Thesis and get your customized nootropic blend.  Use coupon code JAY to save 15%.    

“Mental toughness is accepting your reality, and choosing your response. It doesn’t mean you have to like your reality… It means that you’re accepting it, and when you accept it, you can do something about it.” Lauren Johnson, former Mental Performance Coach for the New York Yankees, is responsible for aiding in the development of athletes and staff through education, application, and support. Lauren also trains military personnel and business professionals through national speaking engagements, educational training workshops and consulting. Lauren's practical, straight-forward advice and mental performance strategies help individuals develop mental toughness so they can perform at their best regardless of circumstance. Key takeaways: Lauren’s journey from running her own consulting business to working with the Yankees. [10:55] Two great ways to grow your network and build clientele. [13:35] Must-read books to boost your relationship building skills. [15:53] A day in the life of a professional baseball coach. [20:05] Three questions you must ask yourself in order to increase self-awareness. [26:05] What is mental toughness, and how do we become more resilient? [29:28] The ONLY thing to focus on daily. [32:25] The quickest way to change yourself, and your life. [35:53] Highly recommended activity to remove anxiety, and increase productivity. [40:00] How the “nice guy” syndrome holds men back from achieving their potential. [45:25] The difference between being a thermometer and being a thermostat. [49:10] Short-term results are like… donuts? [50:53] The formula for overcoming self-limiting beliefs. [56:29] The power of pressure. [1:01:53] Sponsors: PrOATagonist isn’t just oatmeal; it’s nutritionally functional and essential ingredients added to gluten free oats for convenience, value, and optimal health.  Go to www.KreaturesOfHabit.com and use the coupon code JAY20.  Micro Gainz offers fractional weight plates to help you make small but steady increases to your training loads so you can consistently gain strength and build muscle.  Go to http://www.microgainz.com/ and use coupon code JAY10 to save 10%.   With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens help detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system.