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Dave Durante joins Sean and Nathan on the Cult of Recreationalism podcast! Dave is a gymnast, former Olympian, and founder of Power Monkey Fitness. They discuss Dave’s path through growing up in New Jersey, to competing at Stanford, to the Olympics in Beijing. He’s a girl dad, sneakerhead who never thought he would get into coaching who now runs Power Monkey Camp which brings in amazing coaches from all over the world to train coaches, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Make sure you check out the end of the episode for a round of rapidfire questions to get to know Dave a little better.   Chapters  00:00 Introduction and Background  13:26 Dave's Gymnastics Journey  25:01 Transition to Coaching and Power Monkey Camp  29:11 Power Monkey Camp: Building Skills and Relationships  32:11 The Impact of CrossFit on Gymnastics  36:15 From Gymnast to Coach: Dave Durante's Journey  39:19 Learning from Olympic Athletes  43:57 Personal Stories: From Snowboarding to Gymnastics  46:34 Dave's Favorites: Bourbon, X-Men,

In this episode, Evan Slaughter AKA @fit2serve1 joins Nathan on the Cult of Rec podcast! Evan is a fitness influencer, content creator, pickleballer, a veteran, and he’s doing what he loves. He talks about his love for comedy and how he incorporates it into his content. He loves finding humor in any situation and it’s helped him grow after dealing with anxiety and addiction earlier in his life. They also talk about finding inspiration for creating content, the importance of being mentally and physically healthy, and the significance behind Evan's Instagram name. Enjoy!   Chapters  00:00 Introduction and Background  03:21 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation  06:14 The Role of Comedy in Evan's Content  07:01 Getting into Pickleball  08:39 Making the Switch to Full-Time Creator  11:19 Using Social Media as a Job  12:44 Unwinding and Taking Breaks from Social Media  13:16 Dating Apps and Personal Life  15:33 Reflecting on Strengths and Weaknesses  18:10 Coping Strategies for Anxiety  20:09 Finding Support

Kris “Tanto” Paronto joins Sean on the podcast. Of course they talk about Benghazi, Kris’ experience there and his interactions with Glen, but they also talked a lot about Kris’ life before and after. Everything from growing up in a football household, to joining the military, to now owning a vodka brand and all the challenges associated with it. If you’re at all interested in the events in Libya and what happened after, be sure to give this a listen. Kris doesn’t hold back and it’s an incredible story.   Chapters 00:00 Navigating the Challenges of the Alcohol Business 11:26 The Difference Between Military Brotherhood and the Civilian World 34:09 From Athlete to Military: Finding the Right Path 43:51 Perseverance and Success as a Contractor 54:44 Finding Joy and Laughter in Challenging Situations 01:15:15 The Arrival of Reinforcements and Devastating Mortar Attacks 01:25:21 Telling the Story Accurately: Motivation Behind the Book and Movie 01:33:40 Overcoming Challenges: Fighting for Creative Control 01:45:04

Michael Dalton of Hustle Media joins Nathan on today's podcast to talk all things videography and creativity. They discuss the challenges of managing multiple roles, the importance of pursuing art for art's sake, and the process of unlearning rules to foster creativity. They also touch on the concept of 'spoons' as a measure of energy and the fulfillment that comes from meaningful connection. They talk the creative industry, running gyms, strategy, balance, Mario Kart, and the importance of finding time for leisure activities.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:33 Managing Multiple Roles 29:20 Unlearning Rules and Fostering Creativity 39:32 Embracing Creativity and Breaking the Rules 48:54 Balancing Roles and Responsibilities 56:57 Effective Time Management   Check us out at www.bubsnaturals.com   Follow us at:  instagram.com/bubsnaturals facebook.com/bubsnaturals instagram.com/natebehavior   Follow Michael Dalton at: instagram.com/michaelishustle https://www.youtube.com/@michaelishustle  https:/

Matt Chan, firefighter and Head Coach of AT TRAIN FTW joins Sean and Nathan to talk about his passion for skiing and climbing and how his history in CrossFit and the Titan Games lead him to where he is now. Matt also talks about his transition from IT to firefighting and then to full-time athlete, highlighting the importance of following your passion. He reflects on the early days of CrossFit and the camaraderie among athletes. Matt's dedication to fitness and his ability to make drastic life changes have shaped his journey. Matt discusses his career as a firefighter and his passion for helping people. He talks about his experience on the TV show The Titan Games and how he got involved. Matt also shares his journey with Train for the Win, a training program he developed to improve upon the CrossFit methodology and promote longevity in fitness. He discusses his upcoming goals, including participating in the Leadville 100 bike race and the Tactical Games. Matt also mentions his love for tattoos and the culture

Chase Ingraham and Bill Grundler join Nathan and they plan out the ideal way to start training and break it down generally what to do as you enter different eras or decades of your life. They cover tons of topics from coaching coffee, owning gyms during the pandemic, pushing boundaries as you age, taking calculated risks, and the importance of failing. You'll laugh, you hopefully won't cry, maybe you'll get hungry. Who knows where the conversation will go? Guess you'll have to watch to find out.   Chapters  00:00 Introductions and Coffee Nicknames  03:51 Coffee as a Coaching Companion  09:38 Get With The Programming: Connecting Through Podcasting  14:22 Starting a Podcast: Overcoming Doubts and Building a Community  37:00 Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity  48:24 Maintaining Movement Quality as Athletes Age  54:21 Prioritizing Routines, Nutrition, and Recovery  01:03:43 Maintaining Muscle Tone and Functionality as You Age  01:08:58 The Potential Impact of CrossFit on Aging and Health    Check us out

Margaux Alvarez joins Nathan to discuss her experiences in various sports and how they have shaped her as an athlete. She talks about her background in activities such as ballet, taekwondo, horseback riding, golf, volleyball, and outrigger canoe paddling. They cover topics such as the importance of mental training and discipline in sports, her unique journey to where she is today, wine making, coaching, GoRuck shoes, Power Monkey Camp, which sandwich is best, survival skills, and so much more. Give a listen and you’ll see how Margaux’s passion for her work has led her to where she is today.   00:00 Introduction and Background  02:28 Transition from CrossFit to Tactical Games  05:25 The CrossFit Games and Tactical Games  08:29 Path to CrossFit Games  11:19 Multi-Sport Background  14:24 Introduction to Outrigger Canoe Paddling  22:33 Love for Challenging Workouts  23:53 Introduction and Background  24:45 Discovering CrossFit and Volunteering at the Games  26:11 Regional Competitions and Moving to Texas  28:23 T

Jason Khalipa joins Nathan to discuss his passion for fitness and his journey from traditional gym workouts to CrossFit and Jiu-Jitsu. He emphasizes the importance of staying fit and healthy to live a long and active life. They highlights the benefits of exploring different fitness disciplines and how they can enhance overall physical and mental well-being. They talk the need to be able to run, jump, climb, and lift as a baseline for protection. Khalipa also talks about the idea of providing for his family, which means never allowing fitness to inhibit his ability to do activities with his kids. He shares three different programs that focus on acting the part, looking the part, and never getting to zero.   00:00 Introduction and Background  01:10 Jason's Accomplishments and Podcasts  03:07 The Importance of Martial Arts  04:32 Jason's Martial Arts Background  05:26 Benefits of Martial Arts in CrossFit  06:14 The Beauty of Jiu-Jitsu  07:01 The Flow and Focus of Jiu-Jitsu  09:08 Balancing Training and Coaching 

Chris Spealler, a multi-time CrossFit Games athlete and owner of Park City Fit in Park City, Utah joins Sean on the podcast. They discuss Chris' background in sports, including his experience in wrestling and how it shaped his work ethic, the early days of CrossFit and its rapid growth in popularity, fitness for outdoor activities and longevity, and the importance of fitness as part of one's lifestyle and finding activities that bring joy and fulfillment. It’s a great conversation with one of the best in the biz. Give it a listen and find out for yourself!   00:00 Introduction and Background  01:37 Opening a New Facility  03:00 Connecting with Ken Block  04:03 Involvement with Pivot  06:00 The Importance of Outdoor Activities  08:08 Growing Up in Pennsylvania  09:19 Discovering Wrestling  12:50 Collegiate Wrestling Career  23:10 The Early Days of CrossFit  25:13 Competing in CrossFit  28:12 The Growth of CrossFit 33:33 Transitioning from Competing to Family and Gym Focus  35:48 Training for Longevity and Outd

In this episode, Sean Lake, Johnna Ward, and Nathan Morris discuss the origins of BUBS Naturals and how it was inspired by Glen 'Bub' Doherty. They talk about Glen's larger-than-life personality and how he motivated and inspired those around him. Sean shares how he started taking collagen and experienced its benefits, which led to the idea of starting a company. They discuss the early days of BUBS Naturals, from working out of Sean's kitchen to setting up shop in TJ's garage. The first products they developed were collagen and MCT oil powder. In this episode, Sean Lake shares the story of how Bubs Naturals started and the journey it has taken since 2017. The conversation covers topics such as launching collagen and MCT oil powder, testing and selecting the best collagen brand, finding a supplier in Peabody, Massachusetts, and the role of Glenn in the company. Sean also discusses starting the company with limited funds, obtaining third-party accreditations, expanding the product line, and future plans for BUBS

In this episode of the Cult of Recreationalism podcast where we dive into the roots of BUBS Naturals namesake Glen Doherty. From Glen's journey as a working at a ski resort, to Navy SEAL, to Benghazi Sean shares the ups and downs, including managing Glen's estate and battling outdated legislation affecting fallen contractors' families. It’s a crazy story told by Sean who was there and hopefully it teaches you a little more about who Glen was.    00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup  04:40 History of BUBS Naturals  16:46 Sean and Glenn's Journey to Utah  25:44 Glen's Decision to Join the Navy and Become a Navy SEAL  27:40 Sean's Decision to Go Back to College  30:32 Sean's Transition to the Action Sports Industry  38:38 Glen's Passing and the Creation of the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation  57:45 Managing Glen's Estate and the Life Insurance Policy Issue  01:07:39 Outdated Legislation and Life Insurance  01:09:46 Immediate Actions and Strategy  01:10:57 Protecting Future Contractors  01:17:20 Celebrating Glen

Welcome to the Cult of Recreationalism. In this episode Sean and Nathan solve Sean's technical difficulties, Nathan reveals he has a basement dweller, and we give you a sneak peak of what to expect in the weeks and years to come. Oh yeah, we give away some stuff too. You'll have to watch to figure out what and how to win. Enjoy!   00:00 Intro  01:21 Sean Used Moisturizer This Morning 01:49 Welcome to the Cult of Recreationalism. We're sorry.  02:54 Our Goal with this Podcast  13:40 Trivia Time  17:06 How the Podcast is Going to Work  23:11 Nathan Has a Basement Dweller  25:15 Upcoming Episodes    Check us out at www.bubsnaturals.com   Follow us at:  https://facebook.com/bubsnaturals https://instagram.com/bubsnaturals  https://instagram.com/slakeo https://instagram.com/natebehavior Intro  Music: Stock Media provided by eitanepsteinmusic / Pond5

A product strategist at Ford Motor Company for close to 30 years who was maverick enough to pioneer a consumer centric approach to product strategy... first applied to the F150 pick-up truck as highlighted by BusinessWeek. Jim shares his journey of effecting change as a maverick confronting corporate politics.

Surf team manager, skydiver, BASE jumper, and all around amazing human. Brandon’s discussion emcompasses everything from bio-hacking his brain health, to old stories of Glen Doherty in Fiji.

Zia is an corporate accountant turned gym owner, and Crossfit competitor. Listen to her journey of fitness and health from rehabbing old spinal injuries to being a top athlete in her sport.

Dr. Doug Brackmann is a double PhD, author and psychologist that works with ‘driven’ individuals from Fortune 500 CEOs to Navy SEALs.

Ryan Hayes is the creative force behind BUBS Naturals. He’s spent his life giving many brands their own voice, and making them emotional staples for consumers.

Most recently, Mike Hazle was  a Special Operations veteran, serving in the United States Air Force as a Combat Controller. Prior to that he was an Olympic Athlete, college baseball and football player, and DJ.

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a functional medicine physician specializing in Muscle-Centric Medicine. She leverages evidence-based medicine with emerging cutting-edge science to restore metabolism, balance hormones and optimize body composition.  

Josh Hansen runs Hansen’s Surfboards, a destination shop and lifestyle brand from Encinitas, CA. Josh has lived a number of lives including being a college ski racer, sky diver, and fitness enthusiast.