Kreatures Of Habit Podcast
By Michael Chernow
Kreatures Of Habit Podcast Aug 04, 2022
Matt Choi: What It Takes To Run 100 Miles
Matt Choi is a content creator, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete. He is the founder of Choi Media Group.He joins Michael Chernow to dive into what it was like to run 100 miles, how he prioritizes health and positivity, and much more.
On this episode:
9:40 - Matt’s morning routine
14:32 - Building a solid foundation to start your day
24:08 - Running 100 miles
35:47 - Tips for getting into running
44:59 - What is Matt’s recovery process?
Follow Matt Choi on Instagram.
What's Really Happening? EP 6
Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back to give you the scoop on what’s been happening at Kreatures of Habit.
On this episode:
4:32 - The ups and downs of business
7:59 - Culture is everything
10:41 - KOH is launching a new product
16:35 - Having a new product doesn't mean it's the sole focus
18:24 - How the business conversations changed over the last few months
23:30 - Kreature Kamp
Jen Cohen: The Workout is the Hardest Part
Jennifer Cohen is an entrepreneur, podcaster, educator and bestselling author. She joins MIchael Chernow for an all-encompassing conversation about workouts, morning routines, the importance of movement, and more.
On this episode:
8:15 - Does Jen ever not want to work out?
22:56 - Waking up early
32:38 - Michael’s recent reads
37:28 - Fitness is Michael’s non-negotiable
44:38 - Why morning routine is important to Michael
51:50 - What is Jen’s super power?
1:05:51 - Business and goals
Frank Paul Vignola: Defining Masculinity
Frank Paul Vignola is a life coach for men who helps them master their identity and cultivate purpose. Today, he joins Michal Chernow to talk about what masculinity means, how his childhood shaped his view on life, and much more.
On this episode:
3:27 - Defining masculinity
8:06 - Growing up surrounded by women
10:02 - Building confidence
17:00 - One of men's most desired virtues
21:19 - Morning routine
32:28 - Frank’s supplement lists
35:20 - Sticking to your values
Kaylor Betts: Don’t Let Feelings Dictate Action
Kaylor Betts is a life and business coach and the host of the Awake & Winning Podcast. He joins Michael Chernow to dig deep into staying in control of your actions.
On this episode:
4:11 - The hustle and bustle of Manhattan
7:42 - Michael’s 80/20 rule
8:47 - Kaylor’s morning routine
16:33 - Building a strong foundation
24:48 - Changing your day from a negative to a positive
33:06 - Don't let external forces change your behavior
40:23 - Reflection and evening routine
48:36 - Why morning routine is important to Michael
What’s Really Happening? EP 5
Jonathan Yarmeish returns for the 5th episode of What’s Really Happening? He and Michael Chernow sit down to discuss the business side of Kreatures of Habit.
On this episode:
1:34 - Pushing KOH forward
6:31 - Hiring an agency for content vs. a full-time employee
11:37 - Being persistently optimistic
16:33 - Small wins matter
Manny Lubin: Making Healthy Chocolate Milk
Manny Lubin is the co-founder of Slate Milk. He joins MIchael Chernow to dive into what it’s like running the company, what’s actually important when it comes to business, and much more.
On this episode:
5:16 - Slate Milk is a lifestyle brand
20:03 - Manny’s morning routine
23:00 - Managing business communications
32:04 - The Key to Manny’s success
39:16 - What Michael learned when building multiple businesses
45:51 - The goal of a business is to make money
Check out Slate Milk: https://slatemilk.com/
Follow Manny Lubin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannylubin/
Jaime Filer: Empowering Others Through Mental Health
Jaime Filer is a seasoned fitness model, motivational speaker, and accomplished online health coach. She joins Michael Chernow to dive into the fitness world, her coaching business, and more.
On this episode:
4:09 - Eating disorders and mental health
10:24 - Routines and effective habits
21:01 - Jaime’s morning routine
26:08 - Evening routine
36:28 - Breaking a habit
43:01 - Helping the LGBTQ+ community
Lance Armstrong: The Never Give Up Mentality
Lance Armstrong is a former road racing cyclist, Cancer survivor, and the founder of Livestrong, NEXT VENTŪRES, and WEDŪ. Through WEDŪ, he hosts two podcasts, THEMOVE and The Forward. He joins Michael Chernow to discuss his career, his battle with cancer, what’s on the horizon, and much more.
On this episode:
4:45 - Lance’s favorite place to visit
14:21 - What changed from 1999 to 2000
20:59 - Lance's morning routine at the peak of his career
25:25 - Lance's present day morning routine
28:29 - The current state of technology
35:47 - The pain cave
41:01 - Lance's battle with cancer
46:45 - Michael's confidence in the NY Giants
49:45 - Every lesson has come out of facing fear
Brought to you in partnership with WEDŪ.
KoH What's Really Happening? Ep 4
Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back with a new episode of What’s Really Happening to bring you the latest news on the business of Kreatures of Habit.
On this episode:
2:10 - Waiting for permission in a startup means you’re failing
9:32 - Running a business can be both fun and hard
16:40 - Making the case for changing Meal One’s name
25:55 - Tightening the feedback loop
28:41 - Working with a new manufacturer
40:54 - Improving the check out process
47:03 - Using social media to make actual connections with people
50:38 - Struggling with being present
How Breathwork Can Be A Game Changer
In this solo episode, Michael dives into a new type of breathwork that he discovered at Runningman in Georgia that initially scared him, how he ultimately came to enjoy it, and his continuing work with Michael Gazzo.
Topics:
4:07 - Learning a new type of breathwork
8:34 - Feeling pure love and joy
14:38 - Wanting love and approval from his father
19:58 - Struggling with being present
Dr. Jaime Schehr: Nutrition Is Not One-Size Fits All
Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition holds dual licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. She works intimately with patients and their primary care physicians to help them understand, identify, and manage their health.
In this week’s episode, she goes deep with Michael Chernow to discuss what integrative medicine is, why individualized care is important, and so much more about nutrition.
Topics:
2:51 - What is integrative medicine?
10:33 - Morning routine and effective habits
18:00 - Nutrition is different for everyone
28:50 - Sleep is massively important
30:56 - Check in with yourself
KoH What's Really Happening? Ep 3
Jonathan Yarmeisch and Michael Chernow are back to take you inside what’s going on at Kreatures of Habit. In episode 3, they dive into raising money, having more efficiency in the business, not being afraid to try new things, and much more.
Kreatures of Habit is a brand that truly values transparency and customer relationships. Which is why we would love it if you send us any questions that you would want to hear answered on the podcast. Simply DM us or send us an email at info@kreaturesofhabit.com, and Michael and Jonathan will be sure to answer on future episodes!
2:00 - Figuring out how to keep KoH alive
7:55 - Hearing no way more than you hear yes
9:15 - Being proactive
14:30 - If something doesn’t work, you fix it and move on
20:00 - Seeing how far you can push yourself
25:00 - What blended ROAS is
32:00 - Possibly being wrong about Knight Kap
Larry Hagner: Being The Best Dad You Can Be
Larry Hagner is the founder of The Dad Edge, a company that helps men become the best people, partners, and dads they’ve always wanted to be. He also hosts The Dad Edge Podcast where he’s interviewed experts on parenting, mindset, communication, and more.
In this episode, Larry and Michael discuss why Larry started the company, how the podcast has helped him, how crucial communication is with both your kids and your partner, and much more.
Topics:
4:07 - How The Dad Edge came to be
15:15 - What Larry learned conducting over 1,000 interviews
19:23 - Larry getting called out by his son for being on his phone during a game
25:48 - The importance of communication in relationships
32:54 - Larry’s body shutting down
40:57 - Cherishing time with your kids
The Dad Edge: https://thedadedge.com/
Dr. Sean Pastuch: Living an Active Life
Dr. Sean Pastuch is the founder of Active Life, a company that helps people get out of pain without going to the doctor or missing the gym from anywhere in the world.
In this episode, Dr. Sean sits down with Michael Chernow to discuss how Active Life started, how the company operates, what it takes to hit your personal development goals, and much more.
Topics covered:
3:48 - Sean manifesting his meeting with Michael
9:06 - Why hospitality in the food industry matters
13:40 - Making friends with other men as adults
17:20 - What is Active Life?
26:40 - Personal development starts with the truth
30:45 - Pushing through the discomfort
38:45 - Creating success for yourself
42:20 - Achieving a work-life balance
Sean’s IG: @drseanpastuch
Website: https://activelifeprofessional.com
Active Life Rx IG: @activeliferx
Active Life Professional IG: @activelifeprofessional
Dr. Sarah Bren: Family Dynamics and Individualizing Needs
Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents find a balanced approach between focusing on healthy child development and not losing sight of their own mental health–since neither can exist without the other.
Sarah is the host of the podcast Securely Attached, and the creator of the parenting courses The Authentic Parent: Finding Your Confidence in Parenthood and The Science of Tantrums. She is also the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group in Pelham, NY where she works with parents, children, and families.
In this episode, Michael and Sarah discuss how different family dynamics don’t need to be fixed if they work for your family, the importance of one-on-one time with kids and individualizing their needs, and so much more valuable parenting advice.
KoH: What's Really Happening? Ep.2
In this second episode, Michael Chernow is again joined by his business partner, Jonathan Yarmeisch, to continue the discussion around what's really happening at Kreatures of Habit. They discuss some of the changes made to their team, shipping policies, Black Friday / Cyber Monday performance, the decision to no longer sell MEAL ONE on Amazon, and changing copackers. They also dive into more broad business ideas such as company culture and whether or not sales and discounts are good for business.
Kreatures of Habit is a brand that truly values transparency and customer relationships. Which is why we would love it if you send us any questions that you would want to hear answered on the podcast. Simply DM us or send us an email at info@kreaturesofhabit.com, and Michael and Jonathan will be sure to answer on future episodes!
Meghan Swidler: The Power of Gut Health
Meghan Swidler is a Holistic Health and Detoxification Coach with a focus on gut, hormone, and skin health, cleansing and detoxification, and cellular regeneration and the author of From Within — a comprehensive guided handbook about gut health.
On this episode Meghan and Michael Chernow dive into the role of gut health in your everyday life, optimizing your diet for single ingredient foods, the importance of fiber, and so much more.
Links:
Ben Harris (Fear Coach): https://www.feeling-free.com/
Ripe: https://www.get-ripe.com/
Open: https://go.o-p-e-n.com/meghan-nsr
Seed: http://seedhealthinc.pxf.io/Y9NdbP
Meghan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatplantbasedgal
Meghan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghanswidler/
Meghan’s Website: https://meghanswidler.com/
Meghan’s Book: https://meghanswidler.com/products/from-within-book
Free 30-Minute Consultation For 1:1 Coaching Programs: https://calendly.com/meghanswidler/health-history-consultation
Group Coaching Program (starting Monday, January 15): https://buy.stripe.com/cN2dTYgXEdF66AM3ce
FREE Copy of The Level I Detox: https://mailchi.mp/59b46c754e7d/meghanswidler
Michael Chernow: Setting Boundaries is Crucial
Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.
In this episode, Michael dives into why it’s important to set boundaries for yourself and how doing so can help you kick off the new year.
Dr. Latt Mansor: The Role of Metabolism
Dr. Latt Mansor is the Research Lead at H.V.M.N and holds a PhD in Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics from the University of Oxford. He also holds an M.A. (Columbia University) and B.Sc. (Hons) (University of Nottingham) in Biotechnology. He is a world expert in physiology and metabolism, and consults with elite sport, military, clinical and research organizations.
In this episode, Dr. Latt Mansor and Michael Chernow dive into H.V.M.N.’s Ketone-IQ, the role of metabolism, how what you eat affects your body, and so much more.
Hilary Star de Roy and Eric W. Bolyard: Celebrating the Small Wins
Hilary Star de Roy is the owner and founder of Royal Native), a line of one of a kind clothing, sustainably sourced and handmade from vintage textiles in NYC. She opened an eponymous shop in February of 2023 in Locust Valley, NY that features small female owned brands and vintage housewares by The Thrifocrat as well as her own designs.
Eric W. Bolyard is the owner of Black & Bolyard, where he fabricates a handcrafted line of artisanal toasted Brown Butters for the professional kitchen and home. He is also the Managing Partner and Exec Chef at the Parisian-based Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in the heart of SoHo, reinventing the culinary program to support the world-class wine list.
In this episode, Hilary and Eric join Michael to talk about their family dynamic during the holidays, the importance of small wins, how to handle the stresses of running businesses, and so much more.
KoH: What's Really Happening? Ep.1
Jonathan Yarmeisch is the COO and Co-founder of Kreatures of Habit. As a CPA at PwC, Jonathan focused on the consumer products industry. He is passionate about identifying and implementing solutions to the many challenges facing early stage businesses.
His role at Kreatures of Habit sits at the convergence of his professional skill set and personal interest in the fitness and wellness space.
In this episode, Jonathan and Michael Chernow go on a behind-the-scenes journey and dish out valuable insights into what it takes to run a company like Kreatures of Habit.
Sahil Bloom: The Power Of Goal Setting
Sahil Bloom is a renowned American inspirational writer, content creator, and entrepreneur who is quickly rising in popularity all around the world.
He is very decorated and has been awarded several noteworthy awards during his time at Stanford University such as the Bruce R. Cameron Memorial Award in 2012 and the PAC-12 All-Academic Team in 2013.
In this episode, Michael and Sahil discuss the importance of having non-negotiables, working through life’s challenges, and the paradox of goal setting.
Be sure to check out Sahil’s newsletter: https://www.sahilbloom.com/newsletter
Todd Anderson: Harnessing The Power Of Sleep For Recovery
Todd Anderson is the co-founder of Dream Recovery, a company dedicated to helping athletes and high achievers sleep and recover at the highest level.
He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes across all sports, and celebrities on optimizing their performance. He continues to produce educational content on all media platforms to educate people on sleep and its importance and positive impact on quality of life. Todd holds over a dozen certifications in Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, and Performance.
Bottom line, sleep and recovery is the tide that raises all ships and Todd’s mission in life is to help others realize their potential by prioritizing sleep, recovery and overall life optimization.
In this episode, Michael and Todd discuss how sleep impacts your overall wellbeing, the importance of consistency, and easy hacks for better sleep and recovery.
Michael Chernow: Harnessing The Power Of Meditation
On Episode 98 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another impactful solo show!!
Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.
In this episode, Michael discusses how meditation will help you become more present in everyday life, how to make it a part of your morning routine, and what you will learn from deepening your meditation practice.
Sam Miller: Transforming Your Metabolic Health
Sam Miller is an Amazon Best-Selling Author and has more than 15 years of experience as a health, fitness, and nutrition coach. His programs help coaches and health professionals improve their clients’ results. A popular online educator, podcast host, and mentor, he consistently offers simple, strategic methods for transformation and translates complex concepts into leverage for any health and fitness goal.
His workshops, classes, and specialization programs have served over 3,000+ coaches worldwide. He has been a featured speaker for companies like LinkedIn and a content contributor for industry titans such as Barbell Shrugged, Muscle Intelligence, T-Nation, Elite FTS, and more. He is a certified nutritionist and licensed, board-certified health practitioner who holds a master’s degree from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science from Elon University.
In this episode, Michael and Sam discuss how bodybuilding will teach you how to be more disciplined, the importance of staying consistent with your nutrition for overall performance, and how to transform your metabolic health.
Follow Sam Miller:
Josh Funk: The Missing Ingredient For Fitness Success
Michael Chernow: What Is On The Other Side Of Sobriety
On Episode 95 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another powerful solo show!!
Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we will live a happy, healthy life or prevent us from reaching our fullest potential.
In this episode, Michael shares his personal experience with addiction, the key habits that have helped him stay sober for 19 years, and how to make a decision and stick with it.
Rhone: The Ultimate Business Roadmap
Episode 94 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features brothers Nate and Ben Checketts, the Co-Founders of Rhone since the brand was established in 2014.
Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision, and Sports Radar.
Before the age of 30, Nate Checketts founded and launched 4 companies including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers.
In this episode, Michael, Nate, and Ben discuss how having difficult conversations builds deeper relationships, the power of setting boundaries at work, and how to align your goals in any business partnership.
Dr. Jeffrey Graham: The Blueprint For Your Physical Health
Episode 93 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Dr. Jeffrey Graham, Precision Medicine Physician and Lead Physician for the Premium Peak Program at Wild Health.
He attended medical school at the University of Arkansas before completing his Family Medicine residency through the University of North Carolina Mountain Area Health Center, where he also completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship. He holds a Masters of Public Health from the University of North Carolina and he is board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine.
Initially, his passion for providing basic health care as a human right and the sustainable infrastructure for the delivery of that care led Dr. Graham from the rural areas of the Mississippi Delta to Indonesia and Africa, before settling down in Asheville, North Carolina.
Dr. Graham is an avid CrossFitter with professional experience in Sports Medicine and Functional Medicine. With a bright, energetic, and warm character, Dr. Graham brings his depth of knowledge and dedication to helping his patients achieve better health and wellbeing.
In this episode, Michael and Dr. Graham discuss how your genes actually determine the type of exercise you should do, the importance of crossfit for better aging, and how to increase your gains during recovery.
Jesse Katches: Anxiety Is Not Your Enemy
Jesse Katches is a mental health advocate, self-development enthusiast, and video content creator; where he talks about feelings, mental health, anxiety, and more with over 500k followers across TikTok and Instagram.
In this episode, Michael and Jesse discuss why your anxiety is not your enemy, setting boundaries, and using social media in a mindful way.
Out NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🚀
Michael Chernow: On The Other Side Of Fear Is Freedom
On Episode 91 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another impactful solo show!!
Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.
In this episode, Michael discusses how fear is actually your ally — and that being scared is the most common emotion a human being can have. We all deal with fear, but having the right mindset on how to face those fears will change everything for you.
Steven Arena: Your Healthy Diet Blueprint For 2023
Steven Arena is the founder of a revolutionary new Tortilla Chip company, Masa Chips. Masa Chips are free of inflammatory and artificial seeds oils, and made with organic corn and grass-fed beef tallow.
Steven is anti-seed oil and an alternative health activist. He's also the founder of the Shire App, which helps you to find real food grown close to your home by people who care.
In this episode, Michael and Steven discuss the negative health consequences of seed oils, the benefits of eating raw liver, and how making a few small changes to your diet will radically improve your life.
Josh Whalen: Your Health Is Your Number One Priority
Josh Whalen is the founder of Blokes, is a proud husband to his supportive wife + co-founder, Katy, and a dad of two sweet babies. As a former Chicago Lions Rugby player, he still loves finding ways to keep his blood moving.
His journey to creating Blokes started a few years ago when he started feeling, well, old. He started to get sick, run-down, gain weight, and struggle with his marriage. Every treatment he sought either gave him a one-size-fits-all approach or told him to accept this new normal. As you can imagine, he didn’t.
He took charge of his own health and saw the holes as an opportunity. It is their mission to provide a clear pathway to optimization for everyone.
In this episode, Michael and Josh discuss why your health should be your number one priority, the stigma around testosterone boosters, and how to become a better version of yourself.
Steven Izen: Finding Balance As A Young Entrepreneur
When @stevenizen was just 19 years old, his beloved grandfather was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, an event that brought him to his personal low in life. It was during this time that Steven founded @lokai - the iconic bracelet brand that encourages people to find hope in their darkest moments.
Each Lokai bracelet incorporates water from Mount Everest and mud from the Dead Sea - the highest and lowest points on earth - to serve as a simple daily reminder to remain humble and hopeful through life's inevitable highs and lows.
To date, Lokai has given $9M+ as part of its 10% profits to charity pledge, supporting a growing list of incredible organizations like The Humane Society, Alzheimer's Association, The Make-a-Wish Foundation, Stand Up to Cancer, and One Tree Planted.
Steven was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 List for Retail and Ecommerce in 2017, was the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Finalist in 2016, and currently serves as the youngest member on the national board of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
In this episode, Michael and Steven discuss the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur, what it takes to run a successful business in 2023, and how to avoid burnout.
Michael Chernow: How To Overcome Your Unhealthy Cravings
On Episode 87 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another epic solo show.
Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.
In this nutrition-focused episode, Michael sits down to discuss how to truly curb your unhealthy cravings – and ultimately overcome the challenges of eating healthy with all the bad food that surrounds us.
Dr. Sarah Bren: Parenting Tips For 2023 And Beyond
Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents find a balanced approach between focusing on healthy child development and not losing sight of their own mental health–since neither can exist without the other.
She equips parents with the tools to develop a personal parenting framework that allows them to respond effectively to any challenge, and raise kids who are confident, resilient, and kind.
Sarah is the host of the podcast Securely Attached, and the creator of the parenting courses The Authentic Parent: Finding Your Confidence in Parenthood and The Science of Tantrums.
She is also the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group in Pelham, NY where she works with parents, children, and families.
In this episode, Michael and Sarah discuss how long it takes for the brain to develop, what disciplining a child really means, and how to become a better parent in 2023 and beyond.
Jennifer Jacobs: Gain More By Training Less
Jennifer Jacobs is the founder and creator of J METHOD, which embodies Jennifer’s strong belief that health and wellness is a lifestyle and mindset around creating habits, training consistently, efficiently and effectively.
Jennifer’s focus is on making health and wellness a lifestyle for everyone at all levels. Her extremely successful strength training program called “Job 1” on Beachbody, continues to allow her to reach thousands to change their mindset and make their health and wellness a #1 priority.
Also a former Peloton Senior Instructor, Jennifer is a mother of two, a global ambassador for the charity organization SmileTrain, and most recently expanded her reach into fashionwear through the launch of “HER”. A collaboration with Heroine Sport which is designed to make every woman feel Heroic, Empowered and Radiant!
In this episode, Michael, and Jennifer discuss how to reach your goals by training with purpose, keys to gaining back time in your life, and actionable tips for building confidence.
Few Will Hunt: What It Takes To Be The World's Hardest Worker
Episode 84 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Joey Bowen & Drew Beech, founders of Few Will Hunt.
In 2017, the two cousins started a countermovement to put society back on track.
Today, Few Will Hunt apparel is on the backs of the hard workers everywhere — from budding writers pounding their keyboards at your local coffee shop to professional fighters pounding their opponents under the bright lights of the UFC octagon.
Through painstaking, relentless hard work, Joey and Drew have grown the Few Will Hunt movement from 100 hard workers in 2017 to over 100,000 hard workers today.
Their impact has become undeniable on our society!
In this episode, Michael, Joey, and Drew discuss how to optimize your time throughout the day, the power of community, and tips for taking full accountability of your life.
Tyler Hall: Unlock The Power Of Deeper Relationships
Tyler Hall is a successful founder, CEO, tech leader, investor, advisor, motorcycle enthusiast, dad and husband. As the founder and CEO of a VC backed automotive tech company Drivably, Tyler led the company through an acquisition in 2022 and prior to that founded multiple companies and was an early employee and executive at Domo (NYSE: DOMO) and HireVue (Acquired for $511m by The Carlyle Group).
Tyler has been through all of the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, but it wasn’t until he experienced nearly losing his wife during 2022 to a complicated pregnancy issue that made him pause and reflect on his experiences and the next steps for his own journey.
Tyler has now shifted his focus from building his own companies to helping build the world’s best CEOs and organizations through coaching, advising, investing, and all around holistic support. As a coach, Tyler uses proven frameworks to help leaders unlock areas in their personal and professional life where they are stuck, or insecure, and introduce them to a new world in which empathy and emotional presence are a competitive advantage.
His unique insights and lived experiences make him an incredible sounding board, accountability partner, star strategic advisor, and someone you want in your corner as you navigate the ups and downs of building a company.
He currently serves as an advisor to companies like RunBuggy, Ferry, DIMO, Nemodata, Miggos, HGreg, DealerPeak and several others.
He is an all around leader in both the professional and personal world as dad to 3 beautiful kids and a loving husband to his wife.
In this episode, Michael and Tyler discuss the power of breathwork, fostering positive family relationships, and how to be more present in everyday life.
Teddy Pantelis: The Foundation You Need To Reach Your Fitness Goals
Teddy Pantelis is a professional Natural Bodybuilder in the WNBF, a Legion Athletics sponsored athlete, and a Precision Nutrition Certified coach.
As an accomplished bodybuilder competing for a decade he has learned that all of the awards, medals and accolades are not why he loves this lifestyle.
The heart of what he is, is about achieving his personal best and guiding others to achieve theirs!
For Teddy, physical and mental toughness are a journey of self-discovery, no other experience makes a person feel more clear, focused and accomplished.
In this episode, Michael and Teddy discuss the importance of communication, building your foundation for better health & wellness, and how to get the results you REALLY want to see in the gym.
John Dorsey: The Fight Against Fitness Predators
John Dorsey (Aka “Goob”) is the owner and head coach of Goob U, LLC. John has a wealth of experience working with and for the bodybuilding community. He has provided hundreds of athletes with customized diet and exercise plans in addition to being a competitive bodybuilder himself. Whether you are looking to lose a few pounds for summer, gain muscle or prep for a bodybuilding show, John will help you reach your goals!
In this episode, Michael and John discuss the importance of doing right by others, tips for holding yourself accountable, and how to join the fight against fitness predators.
Out NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🚀
Kristin McGee: Becoming Whole Through Meditation & Healthy Habits
Episode 79 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Kristin McGee, a pioneer in making yoga more accessible. Kristin has starred in yoga DVD’s, has privately trained celebrities and has written books about the value of the yoga in everyday life.
As a busy mom of three boys, Kristin strongly believes that just a few minutes of yoga a day can bring more balance and harmony to your life. Kristin’s classes will challenge and ground you while bringing a strong connection back to your mind, body and breath. Kristin teaches Yoga, Pilates and Meditation classes on the Peloton platform.
In this episode, Michael and Kristin discuss why you should follow your passion and how to become whole through meditation and healthy habits.
Max Lugavere: Creating The Optimal Diet For Better Health
Episode 79 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Max Lugavere, a top health podcaster, science journalist, filmmaker, and author. He wrote The New York Times bestseller Genius Foods and The Wall Street Journal bestseller Genius Kitchen. From 2005-2011, Lugavere was a journalist for Al Gore’s Current TV.
Lugavere appears regularly on The Rachael Ray Show and The Doctors. He has contributed to VICE, Fast Company, CNN, and more. NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, PBS’ Brief But Spectacular, The New York Times, and People Magazine have prominently featured Lugavere.
He is an internationally sought-after speaker and has given talks at South by Southwest, TEDx, the New York Academy of Sciences, the Biohacker Summit in Stockholm, Sweden, and many others.
In this episode, Michael and Max discuss the power of natural light, tips to optimize your strength training, and how to maximize brain processing through what you eat.
Ayesha Sehra: How To Manifest The Reality Of Your Dreams
Episode 78 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Ayesha Sehra, the Founder & CEO Grow The Social LLC, a PR Agency based in Los Angeles, California that specializes in Talent Management / Representation, Influencer Marketing, Strategic Brand Partnerships & Event Production.
She is also a Content Creator & Podcast Host of Mindset / Business podcast, Coffee & A Good Vibe where she interviews Notable Founders & Entrepreneurs, Industry Experts & Influential Tastemakers to learn more about their respective journey and path to success and the mental component towards making your abundant visions a reality.
In this episode, Michael and Ayesha discuss the power of storytelling, hacks for staying more disciplined, and how to manifest the reality you truly want.
Michael Chernow: Pain Is The Rent We Pay For Living
Valentine Thomas: Making Conscious Choices To Create A Better World
Episode 76 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Valentine Thomas, who was trained as a lawyer in Canada and worked in finance in London for six years, before leaving it all behind to pursue her passions. She quit her job and gave up the urban lifestyle to fiercely advocate for sustainable seafood systems while encouraging people to reconsider their relationship with nature, as well as their own self confidence and health and wellness.
Valentine is a world record spearfisher-woman, 170ft. freediver and instructor, entrepreneur, public speaker and author. She is a two-time TEDx speaker, Forbes Changemaker, and international ambassador for ocean sustainability. Valentine released her first cookbook, A Contre Courant, in Canada in 2019, and this Spring, will release her second one, Good Catch: A Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood with Recipes from the Worlds Oceans - a stunning and inspiring guide to selecting, preparing, and enjoying sustainable seafood, with 75 recipes, from a world-class spearfisher-woman.
In this episode, Michael and Valentine discuss how to develop consistent, healthier habits, the value of sustainable seafood, and how to positively impact your food supply chain.
Josh Campbell and Jason Brown: Maximizing Your Efficiency From Sunup to Sundown
Josh Campbell and Jason Brown are the co-founders of Human Improvement. Together they are trying to redefine the health and wellness industry by creating nutritional supplements using clean, innovative ingredients made for the improvement of humans. They started by incorporating a very unique ingredient into their protein powder, cricket. Not ones to chase trends, they aren’t afraid of a challenge to create products they think can change the world.
Both started their careers in the finance world but left to explore their entrepreneurial goals and have both had successful exits from past businesses. Josh has excelled at scaling global brands from coffee (Starbucks) to cannabis (Dosist) to health and wellness. When he isn’t trying to disrupt a category he is summiting peaks from Alaska to Africa.
After a decade in the distressed credit world in New York, Jason relocated to LA and spent the last 5 years starting and scaling businesses in everything from cannabis packaging to health and wellness. He is an avid skier, surfer, and more recently obsessed with crossfit.
In this episode, Michael, Josh, and Jason discuss how to gain more control over your day as an entrepreneur, the key to analyzing opportunities and distractions in your company, and why multitasking might be hindering your output.
Biet Simkin: Finding Enlightenment In The Chaos
Biet Simkin (bietsimkin.com) is the world-renowned Spiritual Teacher and Best-Selling Author dubbed "The David Bowie of Meditation".
She creates huge meditation and breathwork experiences globally that she scores with her own music. She is a true artist and is redefining Enlightenment.
Russell Brand says, “The only other means he knows to achieve the states she induces are illegal".
In this episode, Michael and Biet discuss how to find enlightenment is a fast-paced world, methods to deal with inner shame, and the optimal breathwork techniques for relaxation.
Jennifer Cohen Part 2: You Don’t Need Any More Motivation
Episode 73 of The Kreatures Of Habit Podcast is Part 2 of Michael’s conversation with Jennifer Cohen, an entrepreneur, podcaster, educator and bestselling author. Her latest book, Bigger Better Bolder hit #1 in business on Amazon and the Wall Street Journal Bestselling list. She’s been a long-time authority in health and wellness where she has co-founded numerous companies, including No Gym Required and Hot 5, which was acquired by Weight Watchers.
Jennifer has well established expertise and experience in branding and non-traditional marketing working as a spokesperson and advisor to companies like Celsius, Tonal , BLK Water, Tru Niagen, Nike, and Proctor & Gamble.
Her podcast “Habits and Hustle” is regularly ranked in the top 10 business podcasts in the world on Apple podcasts and is widely regarded for helping thousands of people with their wellness and productivity. Some past guests include, Mark Cuban, Simon Sinek, Mathew McConaughy, Chelsea Handler, Tony Robbins and many more.
Jennifer is also an in-demand motivational speaker for a range of companies as well as business schools, and her TEDx talk has more than 7 million views on YouTube. Jennifer lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their two little superstars, Dylan and Sydney.
In this episode, Michael and Jennifer discuss how to make a big change in your life, why motivation is BS, and how to live more intentionally.