Commas: The MOST Misunderstood Punctuation?

I went and found my Style guide from college to back up my comma comments.

People don't know, how to use commas!

 We watched that HBO documentary on Theranos yesterday.   I had some thoughts.  Apologies for the background noise.

 After watching the premier of GoT season 8, it hit me that lots of business gurus were going to start talking about how people shouldn't watch.  I had thoughts (obvi). 

Absolute legends in their own right, Kevin and Marvin, stop by to chat a bit about fighting and some of the differences between the old school fight mentality and the struggle of a fighter coming up now.  As per the usual, Wick the Bear makes a cameo appearance and I do my best to stay quiet and let them talk, although I don't do a GREAT job of that, but we have some good conversation. Enjoy.

More often than any of us is willing to admit, the reason we don't "get the respect we deserve" has nothing to do with anyone else.

I think we talk too much about the "honorable pursuit of Truth". I don't think truth matters nearly as much as we tell ourselves it does. It does, however, give us a nice excuse to ignore our very real emotions by bottling them up until they inevitably explode, destroying most of what makes sense in life.

People (myself included most of all) often make the mistake of thinking that they are capable of handling anything that comes their way. The truth is, a person can really only juggle three things at once: The Wife, The Mistress, and The Vice. Read the full post here: https://bretmartineau.com/blog/morning-coffee-37

Season 3 starts tomorrow! Weekly episodes will be released on Monday Mornings, so check back for that!

Positivity is HUGE!

This episode is my favorite, because it's the first (well, second) time I've been able to fully verbalize my vision. I hope you see the connections from past episodes and how everything has come together! See you in season 3!!

In this episode I talk about trying to find a way to "anchor" (no pun intended) myself between emotional highs and lows to avoid the motivational black hole that keeps me from doing anything. Enjoy (and check out the YouTube vid: https://youtu.be/9x8VRuFz69Q)

Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode, I deal a lot with discovering and then actively pursuing your true potential. Lots of Lion King references :)

In this episode, I get a little frustrated because things aren't moving as fast as I want. The cathartic high of a realization can lead to this kind of disappointment if you don't plan for it with ACTION.

This episode is just chock full of foreshadowing. It's amazing to listen to how the ideas and thoughts I talk about in this episode find their way into the *finished* product.

In this episode, I realize one of the major things that has held me back in both my personal and business life, and I make specific plans to avoid it in the future. Also, cigars :)

In this episode, some things start to shift. A conversation with great friends and colleagues shifts my perspective, and a long weekend away gives me space to really think.

In this episode I start to really doubt myself, my business, my ideas, and even whether this podcast idea is any good. It's a bit depressing, but I think there is value in relating to the low points.

This episode is a wandering selection of stories from my past as I try to piece together why I'm in the situation I'm in. You can tell I'm trying to find a way to both rationalize my situation AND navigate my way out of it.

It's Ground Zero. Hitting one of the lowest points in my business that I've ever been at. I describe some of my personal financial problems, as well as some of the things that have led to the business being where it's at. This is the first few hours of realizing that my business was in huge trouble, and my emotional reaction to that realization.

Season 2 is a slight departure from the norm of what you may have come to expect from this podcast. I'll be honest, I'm nervous to release it, but I think you'll find it either beneficial or educational.

Season 1 finale! Lots of thought jammed into this one to get ready for Season 2. Enjoy!

Some new segments, some fun times, and some other things.

My very first caller/comment! Featured at the very beginning. It's fairly creepy sounding, but also quite awesome :) This episode ranges all over - Arianna Grande, entrepreneurship, altruism, even some killer Star Wars metaphors. Check it!

This episode features a segment guaranteed to bore you tears followed immediately by one that might upset you. #shrug

This episode is unique and special for a lot of reasons. First, it's recorded entirely on my phone. Second, it's recorded in chunks over the course of a week. And lastly, really cool audio transitions!! Also today is my birthday.

The podcast is back! I ramble about practice and study and training, and even do some piano playing! (the first 5 minutes are cut off in the audio, but you can get them in the Youtube video)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfMksX-x7TQ

*Language Warning*Denis, Michelle and I watch some amazing fights on The Ultimate Fighter and then discuss some stuff about training Muay Thai.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IETJAmrLMc

*LANGUAGE ALERT*Denis and I watch the latest episode of TUF - and we're joined by Michelle for part of it! We also watched a little bit of Bellator MMA.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6c8FOJT2A9I

*Language Warning*Denis and I watch the latest episode of The Ultimate Fighter and provide our commentary.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4T5VIbgNDU

I dink around on the guitar and piano a bit, but mostly chat about how I wish people would stop being afraid to say things to me for fear of backlash or retaliation.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ej5t9HPz8Dk

In this episode, I showcase some of the new changes to the ever-upgrading setup (some geetar action), as well as show a cover of a Cat Stevens song and ramble about relationships, guilt, and slowing everything down.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnLT0Cf9LEw

In this episode, I ramble on about politics and how spoken language is useless. Also, Batman makes an appearance.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXbqw0mg74M

In this episode I ramble about sparring and relationships. And some other stuff I think.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChELvWlqzkM

In this episode I ramble about Pokemon Go, politics, and Trillary. Or Hillump, depending on how you see it. Featuring a Facebook Live session.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YV70Qy1S-1M

In this episode, I start out rambling about dating and Muay Thai, and then decide to write a song live for the recording. So I spend an hour or so and write a rough first draft of a full song. Denis joins me for part of it and helps out with the lyrics.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezRdDcqutWo

In this episode I ramble on about culture and counterculture and counter-counterculture, as well as fear and respect, and of course how Muay Thai is the perfect metaphor for life.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MomZCaNhK7k

Denis "interviews" me about Episode 3. We talk about a lot of stuff concerning Mormonism and spirituality in general, specifically how Muay Thai is like yoga and provides a lot of what religion didn't seem to be able to for us. Featuring a cameo by the lovely Mia.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YYTeZRkeDI

In this episode I introduce the new podcasting setup, go on a 30-minute rant about how people interact incorrectly with dogs (and give some practical tips on how to improve human-canine relations), give my two cents on a Gary Vaynerchuck quote, and discuss Commonality Audits.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIT19i5bL5Y

I talk about my physical transformation and my philosophy around health, nutrition, weight loss, and dieting.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGr2Wyfe-rk

I tell the story of my divorce and why I left the Mormon church.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAv5t3oaIY0

Me and Denis give our thoughts and breakdowns on the Glory 31 Superfight Series.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWrvJ61Wwug

I ramble about some business stuff and then talk about being honest with yourself. Featuring a little stint on Facebook Live.https://youtu.be/V9g9BpzaO-c