The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter

84. Joey Imbesi - Welcome to the World of Ostrich. The Sustainable, Superior Prehistoric Red Meat

In today's insightful episode, we have the privilege of exploring the untapped potential and innovations in ostrich farming with Joey Imbesi, the visionary founder of Briardale Ostrich Farms. Through his pioneering work, Joey is rewriting the narratives around sustainable agriculture, offering an alternative that is both eco-friendly and rich in nutritional value. This conversation unveils the multifaceted world of ostrich farming, delving into its numerous benefits, the robust immune systems of ostriches, and its crucial role in developing sustainable food systems. Joey’s journey is not just a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit but also a beacon for sustainable and ethical farming practices. In our conversation, he sheds light on the inherent benefits of ostrich meat, especially for those affected by Alpha-Gal Syndrome, and the ecological advantages of raising ostriches over traditional livestock. Discover the challenges and rewards of ostrich farming, understand the nutritional value of ostrich meat, and grasp the significant impact it holds for our future in this enlightening conversation with Joey Imbesi. Join us as we navigate through diverse topics from sustainability to health, unraveling the stories and science behind Briardale Ostrich Farms. Follow Joey Imbesi: website - https://briardaleostrichfarm.com/ [https://briardaleostrichfarm.com/] Social: @briardaleostrichfarm For Our Listeners: Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1 [https://bit.ly/3IalDa1] Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC [https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC] Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter [https://www.patreon.com/kengunter] Instagram: @kengunter_tpa [https://www.instagram.com/kengunter_tpa/] Website: https://www.kengunter.com/ [https://www.kengunter.com/] YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast] Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter [https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter] Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter Content Designer: Austin Suit Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

83. Justin A Williams - The Host of the Trend Podcast, Professor, Editorial Director at the New York Trend

This week Ken is the guest! Prof. Justin A Williams is the host of the Trend with Justin A Williams Podcast, an extension of the New York Trend. Together they discuss a range of topics from mindset, athletic training, and how your goals can change as you age.   Support the Show with Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/kengunter [https://www.patreon.com/kengunter]   Chapters:  00:00 - Flannel shirts, grunge and the 90’s 05:00 - College sport workouts and off season training comparisons  09:30 - What sports are like when growing up, talented vs effort 13:30 - How Justin and Ken met in college 15:00 - How to maintain being an athlete after the career is over 29:00 - Accessing flow state 35:00 - Training based on your strengths and interests 43:00 - Everything is individualized 50:00 - Consistency over time 52:00 - How Ken started his podcast 62:30 - Closing   Mentioned in Today’s Show:  New York Trend Website: newyorktrendnyc.com [http://newyorktrendnyc.com]   Follow The Trend Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1T1gBk8pxQKC6XN9oTgQuV [https://open.spotify.com/show/1T1gBk8pxQKC6XN9oTgQuV] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trend-with-justin-a-williams/id1549738308 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trend-with-justin-a-williams/id1549738308]   Follow Justin A Williams: Email: thetrendwithjustinawilliams@gmail.com Instagram: @thetrendwithjustinawilliams Host IG/Twitter: @dubzeverlasting   For Our Listeners: Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1 [https://bit.ly/3IalDa1] Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC [https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC]    Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter Instagram: @kengunter_tpa [https://www.instagram.com/kengunter_tpa/] Website: https://www.kengunter.com/ [https://www.kengunter.com/] YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast] Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter [https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter] Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter Content Designer: Austin Suit Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

82. George Mumford - “Phil Jackson’s Secret Weapon”. Creating Flow States, Approaching Adversity and Elevating Your Performance with Mindfulness Expert George Mumford

George Mumford is the guy you bring in to help the best athletes in the world from Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant elevate their mental game. Well, at least if you're Phil Jackson. George is a Giant in the world of mental performance coaching and has worked with some of the greatest athletes to ever play the game of basketball. He is also the author of “The Mindful Athlete - Secrets to Pure Performance” and has worked with athletes and individuals all over the world to help them improve their performance and increase their quality of life.   In today’s show George does not let us down. He explains why he reads the same book multiple times and how we are in a constant state of change. George talks about his background and own challenges that uniquely led him to becoming the mental performance coach to NBA legends. Discusses the importance of perspective and imagination when faced with adversity. Gives a brief introduction to mindfulness and the 5 super powers. His approach to helping elite athletes find the next level of performance. How to prepare yourself to find your flow state. The relationship between challenge and growth. Finally leaves us with some wise words on the importance of meaningful work.   Support the Show with Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/kengunter [https://www.patreon.com/kengunter]   Chapters:  0:00 - Why Reading the Same Book Teaches you something new - Constant Change 4:53 - George’s Background  11:00 - Adversity and perspective - viewing obstacles as stepping stones 15:00 - Lessons from Michael Jordan on responding to adversity 21:00 - George’s definition of Mindfulness and the 5 superpowers 25:00 - George’s approach to training elite athletes and finding the next level 36:00: - How to prepare yourself to be in a flow state 42:00 - Growth and challenging oneself to push your boundaries and reach your potential 48:00 - Meaningful work   Mentioned in Today’s Show:  George’s Book:  The Mindful Athlete - Secrets to Pure Performance [https://www.amazon.com/The-Mindful-Athlete-audiobook/dp/B01BLQQ15Y/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=Cj0KCQjwz96WBhC8ARIsAATR250HrfzfL4ym8mYj-I6bfJQ1e5g2_1e3tFzEwr0LJQrjW_SVLebOXyAaAjlVEALw_wcB&hvadid=241641785641&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9007195&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12132763610493129561&hvtargid=kwd-89926169130&hydadcr=22595_10356261&keywords=the+mindful+athlete+george+mumford&qid=1658355329&sr=8-1]   Follow George Mumford: Website - https://georgemumford.com/ Social: @george.mumford   For Our Listeners: Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1 [https://bit.ly/3IalDa1] Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC [https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC]   Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter Instagram: @kengunter_tpa [https://www.instagram.com/kengunter_tpa/] Website: https://www.kengunter.com/ [https://www.kengunter.com/] YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast] Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter [https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter] Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter Content Designer: Austin Suit Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

81. Bobby Holland Hanton - From James Bond to Thor. The Stunt Man behind cinema’s most iconic action scenes is just getting started

Thor Love and Thunder. Extraction. James Bond. You know the movies, now meet the stunt man who brings the iconic action scenes to life. Bobby Holland Hanton is the most in-demand stuntman in Hollywood. He’s stepped in to take the hits and execute the impossible for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and today works in close partnership with Chris Hemsworth and team on a number of projects spanning both film and fitness. If that wasn’t enough, Bobby has added the title of Author to his resume with the publishing of his first children’s book, “The Adventures of Eddie and Flip Boy”.   In today’s show Bobby talks about his break neck filming schedule and making the most of the opportunity. He takes us behind the scenes for the real time decisions that lead to some of his most iconic stunts. Discusses training and the physical preparation that goes into preparing for a role. Talks about his work with Chris Hemsworth and why that partnership is so unique. How aging has changed his approach. What it takes to become a stunt man. The writing of his first Children’s book and his future projects to look out for.   Support the Show with Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/kengunter [https://www.patreon.com/kengunter]   Chapters:  0:00 The action packed schedule of the in-demand stunt man 11:00 - Behind the scenes of iconic Extraction and Avengers stunts 15:00 - Training, preparation and recovery required of today’s stunt actors 22:00 - Unique partnership with Chris Hemsworth 24:00 - Longevity and how age impacts atheltic performance 30:00 : what it takes to become a stunt man in today’s age 35:00: Bobby’s first children’s book and the importance of inspiring kids today 47:00 - Bobby’s approach to mastering his busy schedule 52:00 - Acting, Harry Potter and future projects   Mentioned in Today’s Show:  Bobby’s Book:  The Adventures of Eddie and Flip Boy [https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/The-Adventures-of-Eddie-and-Flip-Boy/Bobby-Holland-Hanton/9781921596247]   Follow Bobby Holland Hanton: website - https://www.bobbyhollandhanton.com/ [https://www.bobbyhollandhanton.com/] Social: @bobbydazzler84 [https://www.instagram.com/bobbydazzler84/?hl=en]   For Our Listeners: Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1 [https://bit.ly/3IalDa1] Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC [https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC]   Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter Instagram: @kengunter_tpa [https://www.instagram.com/kengunter_tpa/] Website: https://www.kengunter.com/ [https://www.kengunter.com/] YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast] Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter [https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter] Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter Content Designer: Austin Suit Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

80. Dr. Chris Winter - Relax, Sleep is Only a Matter of Life and Death With the Author of the Sleep Solution

You’re probably wrong about your sleep. Dr. Chris Winter is a neurologist and the sleep expert many teams in MLB, NBA, NHL and NFL rely on to help their athletes perform at their best. Hs is the author of “The Sleep Solution: Why your sleep is broken and how to fix it” and his newest book “The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder--and How to Help.”   In today’s show Dr. Chris Winter explains why we are so bad at judging our own sleep. Why sleep is a matter of life or death. The difference between our perception of sleep and reality. The relationship between insomnia and high performers. The best thing you can do to begin sleeping better and how to know if you’re getting enough sleep.   Support the Show with Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/kengunter [https://www.patreon.com/kengunter]   Chapters:  0:00 Why are we so bad at judging our own sleep 7:00 - Everyone’s sleeps and if you don’t you’re dead 13:00 - Sleep Perception vs. Sleep Reality 16:00 - Insomnia and Success? Traits of Insomniacs 24:00 - Try Easier - Sleep and Professional Sports 36:00 : How to improve sleep - The Amount of Sleep You Need 39:00: How to know I’m getting enough sleep?   Mentioned in Today’s Show:  Books by Dr. Winter:  The Sleep Solution [https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Solution-Why-Your-Broken/dp/0399583610/ref=asc_df_0399583610/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312132076760&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6222894219975787770&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007195&hvtargid=pla-523818412787&psc=1] The Rested Child [https://www.amazon.com/Rested-Child-Tired-Irritable-Disorder/dp/B0979Q1VJZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34HMNYQ3RMSXB&keywords=the+rested+child&qid=1657066481&s=books&sprefix=Teh+rested+child%2Cstripbooks%2C229&sr=1-1]   Follow Dr. Chris Winter: Website: http://www.cvilleneuroandsleep.com/ [http://www.cvilleneuroandsleep.com/] Social: @drchriswinter   For Our Listeners: Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1 [https://bit.ly/3IalDa1] Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC [https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC]    Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter Instagram: @kengunter_tpa [https://www.instagram.com/kengunter_tpa/] Website: https://www.kengunter.com/ [https://www.kengunter.com/] YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast] Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter [https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter] Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter Content Designer: Austin Suit Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany