Abel James Show

Matt Beaudreau: How to Nurture Genius and Courage in a Habitually Compliant Population

What’s the difference between education and indoctrination? Is our education system broken, or is it operating as intended? The public school conveyor belt is a relic of the Prussian military model, designed to produce compliant workers for factories rather than sovereign thinkers with upward mobility. We’re left with a blindly obedient population that’s smart enough to follow orders, but not smart or courageous enough to question the status quo. The masses are conditioned to become habitually compliant conformists forever reliant on external authority. As Seth Godin writes, “To efficiently run a school, amplify fear (and destroy passion).” These days, educators have limited intellectual freedom to teach what they want to teach. In past decades, we had far less access to information or schooling, yet were far more educated. Now in the age of AI, we have access to unlimited information, but we don’t know if any of it is real or true. So what is the future of education? Our guest today is Matt Beaudreau, a former public school educator and administrator who has dedicated his career to rethinking the very foundations of our education system. Matt shares: “When I saw this system for what it was, I could no longer be a part of perpetuating it.” As founder of the Apogee Strong mentorship program, Matt has an unwavering commitment to empowering young people to become sovereign, self-directed learners - a radical departure from the compliance-driven model that dominates our schools. True education should foster creativity and critical thinking, allowing individuals to pursue their unique passions. Matt’s belief, which I share, is that genius is common, and true learning is about unlocking the innate genius in every one of us. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to unshackle your mind from the limits of traditional schooling and cultural conditioning Why modern education systems are anti-entrepreneurial and train students to be employees rather than innovators How to utilize passion as a vehicle to learn how to learn How to cultivate courage, foster civil discourse and intellectual flexibility to counter the polarization and echo chambers in today's society The status games played by elite institutions And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/matt-beaudreau-how-to-nurture-genius-and-courage-in-a-habitually-compliant-population/ Go to https://apogeestrong.com/ to enroll, watch the Documentary, and get more from Matt Beaudreau and the Apogee Strong team Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus Brought to you by: LMNT Electrolytes from DrinkLMNT.com - Collect your FREE 8-Pack of Electrolytes with any purchase: DrinkLMNT.com/Wild DS-01™ Probiotics and Prebiotics from Seed.com - Save 25% off your first month with promo code 25WILD

Paul Millerd: Why He Blew Up His Life (and You Should, Too)

Is your work aligned with your true calling in life? Or are you being paid to overlook your overwhelming disinterest in the work? Is your work-life driven by an illusion where the trivial is disguised as important? Tragically, this week’s guest admits, “I spent 10 years doing an enormous amount of work but feeling as if I created nothing of substance.” Most of us know the feeling, but it doesn’t have to be this way. In other words, work doesn’t have to suck. Today, I'm thrilled to have my good friend and fellow Austinite, Paul Millerd joining us on the show. Paul is a fellow former corporate consultant who has spent the past 7 years blazing an unconventional trail, leaving the rat race behind to pursue a life of creativity, curiosity, and freedom as an independent author and creator. If you’re looking to reclaim your inner ambition, as Paul writes: “The only true and worthwhile edge is deeply caring about what you do.” The real journey isn’t in indulging our desire to escape work, but in finding meaningful work that is true to our mission and purpose here on earth. In this conversation, Paul shares the raw, unfiltered story of his journey - from the uncertainty and loneliness of leaving a successful consulting career, to the unexpected joys and challenges of building a life around his curiosity and passions. We'll dive into the frameworks he's developed for discerning "good work" from "bad work," and how he's navigated the ebb and flow of creative entrepreneurship, including the decision to turn down a lucrative publishing deal. Whether you're feeling trapped in a soul-sucking job, or simply curious about what's possible when you break free of societal scripts, you're going to find an abundance of wisdom and inspiration in Paul's story. In this episode, you’ll discover: Paul's framework for differentiating between "good work," "good enough work," and "bad work," and how you can apply this to your life How to find a balance between creative work and financial stability How to break free of your attachment to social status, material possessions, and your identity as an “achiever” Sage advice for those who are considering leaving the traditional corporate world to pursue their passions and creative interests How to coexist with your doubts and fears and feelings of uncertainty (instead of numbing or running away from them) How to reclaim your ambition to pursue YOUR good work And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/paul-millerd-why-he-blew-up-his-life-and-you-should-too/ Go to https://pmillerd.com/goodwork/ to get Paul Millerd’s brand new book “Good Work: Reclaiming Your Inner Ambition.” Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus Brought to you by: DS-01™ Probiotics and Prebiotics from Seed.com - Save 25% off your first month with promo code 25WILD LMNT Electrolytes from DrinkLMNT.com - Collect your FREE 8-Pack of Electrolytes with any purchase: DrinkLMNT.com/Wild

Noah Kagan: Why Failing Constantly Leads to Epic Success

If you didn't have to worry about money, what would you do with your life? Are billionaires actually happy? What are their deepest regrets? And are tacos the best food in the entire universe? Today we're here with our friend Noah Kagan, creator of 7 multimillion dollar businesses, founder and CEO of AppSumo.com, and author of the excellent new bestselling book, “Million Dollar Weekend.” I hope you enjoy this interview. It's one of my personal favs. We're chatting about: How the Law of 100 can help you achieve and measure success Surprising lessons from asking billionaires about their regrets How Noah got in the best shape of his life without grinding in the gym Why choosing to move to a place you love can dramatically change your trajectory in business and life Why it's essential to create a list of things to look forward to Why you might want to double down on your quirks And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/noah-kagan-why-failing-constantly-leads-to-epic-success/ Check out and support Noah Kagan at noahkagan.com Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Ben Greenfield: Boundless, Longevity Protocols & Building Muscle During LockdownBen Greenfield: Boundless, Longevity Protocols & Building Muscle During Lockdown

How is it possible in the age of lockdowns that some people are getting even MORE fit? Instead of packing on the quarantine 15, our friend Ben Greenfield returns to the show today to show us that you can build muscle and get ripped despite everlasting lockdowns. Ben actually does this interview while exercising outdoors at his local track. He’s literally walking the walk here today. Ben is a human performance consultant, speaker, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author of 13 books, including Beyond Training and Boundless. And on today’s show with our dear friend Ben Greenfield, we’re chatting about: How to protect your DNA against damaging EMFs What happened when Ben tried eating Carnivore for weeks How to gamify the learning process Why Ben’s not giving up vegetables, especially fresh veggies from his garden And tons more.. Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/ben-greenfield-boundless-longevity-protocols-building-muscle-during-lockdown Check out and support Ben Greenfield at https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Jordan Harbinger: World Traveler, Lifestyle Coach, and The Man Behind the Art of Charm Podcast

Jordan Harbinger is a world traveler, lifestyle coach, and the man behind The Art of Charm podcast and blog of the same name. Jordan and his team of coaches teach men to get and "keep the girl" by overcoming insecurities, building confidence, and challenging old beliefs. What does all this have to do with healthy living? Listen up to find out! A Few Announcements and Events We're on the verge of launching a project I've been working on for the last few months. It’s our brand-new online community, The Fat Burning Tribe! If you're stuck, have specific questions, or need extra help to reach your fat loss goals, improve your health, and accelerate your results, along with access to some delicious recipe ideas that will have you eat like a King, then the tribe may be just what you need! We're talking Q&A opportunities, exclusive coaching sessions, and much more! Here are some of the questions we will be answering "inside the Tribe"... "What's the best way to lose the last stubborn 10 pounds around the belly? I feel like I have hit a plateau." "Do you have any specific tips or tricks on how to eat healthy without spending a small fortune?" "What supplements or diet changes will boost my energy and still allow me to burn fat?" "How can I sustain a healthy, fat-burning lifestyle when I don't have any extra time for cooking or exercise?" "What are the top 5 fat-burning foods that you recommend for a busy lifestyle?" And so much more! I'm about to record our first webinar specific tactics about how you can break through your fat loss plateau. If you're interested in learning more, please come join the fun at FatBurningTribe.com. Also, coming up is PaeloFX, one of America's largest symposium that promotes the ancestral approach to eating and health. This convention jam-packed with speakers and experts, like Robb Wolf, Chris Kresser, Mark Sisson, Dr. Terry Wahls, Jonathan Bailor, Ben Greenfield, Dave Asprey, Stefani Ruper, George Bryant, and so many more! And yes, yours truly will be among the guest speakers! So check out PaleoFX conference in Austin, which is taking place this April 11-13, and hopefully I get to see you there! If you're attending, make sure to stop by say "hello" while you're there. I'd love to meet you! Today's Show With Jordan Harbinger This show might ruffle some feathers. We talk about body image, sex differences, and are quite transparent about the way that a lot of young single men see the world (and what that means for women). If you'd like to speak your mind, let us know what you think what you think in the comments below. We'd love to hear from you! By the way, I was also interviewed by Jordan on the Pick Up Podcast, so head on over to his site and listen to my interview with Jordan, too! On today's Fat Burning Man show, Jordan discusses... Why charm, charisma, and confidence are learned skills (and how you can increase them)... Surprisingly, how the perfect body often isn't actually what most people want... What women should know about men when it comes to attraction (it's not what you think!)... And much more! So go ahead and listen to the show! As always, Fat-Burning Man is listener-supported, which means your reviews and spreading the word to the people you care about makes a big different. Please take a moment to leave a review on iTunes or tell a friend if you haven't already. Thank you, you are awesome! [powerpress channel="podcast"] [ois skin="Postage"]

John Kiefer: Carb Backloading, Insulin Hacking, and Dropping 100 Pounds with Ice Cream

Join me this week with fellow super-geek John Kiefer. A physicist, and researcher who teaches people how they can have their cheesecake and get ripped too. His method is called Carb Back-Loading, and folks are seeing some serious results with this science-backed approached. Before we dive into the show, I just want to give a shout out to the wonderful people I met while in Las Vegas the other week at the New Media Expo. Thank you so much to everyone who came up and introduced yourselves, it was awesome to meet everyone! To top off a great trip, The Fat-Burning Man won the People's Choice Award in Health & Fitness for 2013! On this week’s show with Kiefer, you will learn: How to drop 100 pounds with carb backloading. The science behind why insulin hacking works. How to leverage adrenaline to naturally upgrade your workouts. Why eating carbs in the morning can make you fat (hint: cortisol). Why carb backloading works for women by embracing indulgences And much more… And Fruity Pebbles kinda fit into Paleo, bc the Flintstones were around in paleolithic, so by default... Click to Tweet! More Fat-Burning Goodies from This Week's Show: Here's the crazy transformation that Kiefer talked about on the show with competitive powerlifter Paul Emmick: Connect with Kiefer here: The Carb Nite Solution | Carb Back-Loading | Transforming Recipes: The Ultra Low-Carb Edition | Athlete.io | On Facebook | On Twitter What would you use as YOUR Carb Nite feast? Cheesecake? Lucky Charms? Leave a comment below!

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