Chasing Curiosity

081 - Alan Stein Jr: The Fundamentals of Success

Alan Stein Jr., a renowned keynote speaker and author. At his core, he’s a performance coach with a passion for helping business leaders change behaviors. He spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet (including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant). This episode is a masterclass on how to get the most out of yourself.  Alan's Links Website [https://alansteinjr.com/] Raise Your Game Book [https://www.amazon.com/Raise-Your-Game-High-Performance-Secrets-ebook/dp/B07FCDR2HR/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=] Sustain Your Game Book [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BN3ZTCG/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=ErbgL&content-id=amzn1.sym.7d2923e8-7496-46a5-862d-8ef28e908025&pf_rd_p=7d2923e8-7496-46a5-862d-8ef28e908025&pf_rd_r=10YGBG5SZ1HY4SGZXQG3&pd_rd_wg=b1Hfx&pd_rd_r=5edec942-f825-44a4-98a9-242052a6b244] Timestamps 01:14 Kevin Durant's Legacy 03:18 LeBron James: Sustaining Greatness 07:24 Steph Curry's Resilience 08:49 Jayson Tatum's Role and Future 12:34 Leadership in Basketball 18:08 Nature vs. Nurture in Leadership 27:49 Choosing Positive Narratives 30:01 Simplifying Success 33:31 The Importance of Fundamentals 40:42 Measuring Progress Objectively and Subjectively 43:54 Grace and Self-Compassion 51:39 Lighting Other People's Candles

080 - Paul Anleitner: Culture, Religion, & Living a Meaningful Life

Paul Anleitner is a Pastor at First Evangelical Free Church in Minneapolis, MN.  He has a Master in Christian Thought from Bethel Seminary and writes and speaks on the intersection of theology and culture, science, philosophy, and meaning-making. In this episode, we talk about the complex influence of religion on culture, the relationship between human nature and cultural expressions, and pop culture's impact on society's perceptions. Pauls Links Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/0Lgkn9W8V2YHnPkEsluysm?si=328c9927171c4425] Twitter [https://x.com/PaulAnleitner] Substack [https://paulanleitner.substack.com/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DeepTalksTheology]   Timestamps 00:33 Exploring the Intersection of Culture and Religion 02:32 The Role of Religion in Modern Society 06:03 Sports as a Modern Religion 10:52 Decline of Traditional Religion in the West 20:33 Resurgence of Religious Interest 28:34 Personal Journey to Faith 41:01 The Role of Church in Finding Life's Purpose 42:11 Significance Beyond Status: Lessons from Jesus 45:20 The Radical Claim in Revelation 50:31 The Importance of Community 55:54 A Life of Service and Meaning 57:45 The Appeal of Eastern Orthodoxy 01:02:58 Pop Culture and Spirituality 01:08:28 The Influence of Historical Narratives on Modern Stories

079 - Shane Larson: Ayahausca, Christianity, Hedonism, & Noble Aims

This is a dual episode with Shane Larson who hosts the Shane Larson Podcast.  We both share our journey's of personal development over the past few years stepping away from a pursuit of materialism and hedonism and instead aiming towards God.   Shane's Links Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/4LKkAaYAr7gE0anbbI4pMP?si=ace2dcdcbe2649fa] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shanelarson__/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D] Twitter [https://x.com/shanelarson_]   Timestamps 01:28 Ayahuasca Retreats and Spiritual Awakening 03:18 Materialism, Hedonism, and Personal Transformation 07:44 Challenges and Reflections on Faith 10:58 Intellectual and Emotional Pursuits 15:31 The Role of Ayahuasca in Spiritual Growth 17:47 Health, Wellness, and Spiritual Practices 30:05 The Impact of Tim Keller's Teachings 41:14 The Ceremony Experience 42:50 Exploring Jordan Peterson's Influence 44:09 The Chaos of Postmodernism 45:52 The Importance of a Noble Aim 47:47 False Gods and the Search for Meaning 55:47 COVID's Impact on Personal Growth 57:50 Christianity and Intellectual Curiosity 01:08:51 Comparing Religions and Personal Beliefs 01:25:26 The Role of Faith in Standing Firm 01:31:59 Society's Relationship with Alcohol 01:34:53 The Importance of Grounding and Personal Development 01:37:44 Social Consequences of False Beliefs 01:40:21 Bitcoin and Government Control 01:44:19 Faith, Religion, and Personal Relationships 01:52:19 The Role of Community and Personal Growth 02:06:14 Navigating Modern Challenges with Faith 02:11:10 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

078 - Alex Neist - Building a Brand That People Care About

Alex Neist the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape - a mouth tape company that helps people reduce snoring and sleep better.   Mouth taping at night might seem crazy, but our bodies are built to breathe through our noses. Research suggests that many people breathe through their mouths while sleeping, which increases the risk of sleep apnea and other health issues. By applying a flexible and breathable piece of tape, you can prevent mouth breathing and potentially decrease these complications. In this conversation, we talk about how Alex built the company that has grown to $50M+ in sales and having sponsorships with the UFC and Joe Rogan in only 3 years.  Alex's Links Hostage Tape Website [https://hostagetape.com/] Alex Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/alexneist/?hl=en] Alex Twitter [https://x.com/AlexNeist] Timestamps 00:18 Identifying the Problem: Mouth Breathing 03:18 Building the Brand: Hostage Tape 09:06 Challenges and Lessons Learned 20:09 Marketing Strategies and Facebook Ads 28:27 Bootstrapping and Financial Strategies 33:47 The Importance of Strategic Planning 37:12 Navigating Early Business Challenges 41:30 Entering the Retail Market 45:10 Building a Brand vs. Selling a Product 48:33 Partnering with UFC and Major Brands 59:53 Lessons from Football and Entrepreneurship

077 - Andy Schoonover: Burning Down The Healthcare Industry

Andy Schoonover is the CEO of CrowdHealth - a platform & community that empowers you with a crowdfunding tool and a wealth of resources to efficiently manage your health care costs. Andy shares the perverse incentives that plague healthcare, the disturbing overlaps with the food and financial systems, and how CrowdHealth seeks to provide an alternative by fostering a community-based, cash-driven model. Andy's Links CrowdHealth Site [https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/how-it-works] CrowdHealth IG [https://www.instagram.com/joincrowdhealth/] CrowdHealth Twitter [https://x.com/joincrowdhealth] Personal Twitter [https://x.com/SchoonoverAndy] Timestamps 00:23 The Need to Overhaul Healthcare 03:42 Historical Context and Systemic Issues 08:23 Personal Experiences with Healthcare 11:44 The Birth of CrowdHealth 27:02 How CrowdHealth Works 35:31 Crowd Health's Mission and Philosophy 37:35 Challenges in the Healthcare System 48:05 Health Education and Incentives 51:59 Future Plans and Personal Insights