Mere Mortals Conversations

Mere Mortals Conversations



What is Effective Philosophy? Juan and I simplify hard to grasp concepts into pragmatic takeaways that can be applied to every day life (fitness, goal setting, work, parenting, travel, hobbies, finances, etc.,).

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738 Episodes

Running Until The Pain Becomes Unbearable - S1E353

What happened to me (and my calves) after I attempted my first 3/4 marathon, unbelievable pain is what happened! In Episode #184 of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: my longest run of 31.65 km and Juan's description of the aftermath, some of the stats that show the point of hitting the wall, learnings I gained from running this…

What happened to me (and my calves) after I attempted my first 3/4 marathon, unbelievable pain…

01 May 2021 | 00:38:14


What Would You Do With $1,000,000 In Marked Bills? - S1E351

What are some creative ways you would use $1 Million in cash if there were some questions of its legality? In Episode #183 of 'Meanderings' Juan and I discuss: forcing people to jump in rivers and setting up a lemonade stand gang, creating art and opening a museum, stories of criminals who were hunted by the police, a funny tale of…

What are some creative ways you would use $1 Million in cash if there were some questions of…

29 April 2021 | 00:27:55


Why Climate Change Should NOT Be A Priority! - S1E349

Why does Bjorn Lomborg believe that the current discussion & solutions for climate change are not only unhelpful, but will hurt the poor? In Episode #182 on 'Climate Change' Juan and I discuss: Bjorn Lomborg and his book False Alarm, the outcomes predicted by the UN climate science reports, analysing how much good $1 spent can…

Why does Bjorn Lomborg believe that the current discussion & solutions for climate change…

28 April 2021 | 00:50:41


ALYSE GRACE | Breaking The Rut, Attracting A Mentor & Women In Business - S1E354

Alyse Grace was a highly experienced Business Development Manager and Public Relations Consultant, who transitioned into her own online business project, took on new challenges, became an ironwoman, started the "Trillions" podcast and much, much more!


Alyse joined Juan for Conversation #48…

Alyse Grace was a highly experienced Business Development Manager and Public Relations…

26 April 2021 | 00:42:48


The Downsides Of Being Default Assertive - S1E350

Unreasonable confidence and an assertive attitude can be positive traits in a lot of situation, but when can they lead you astray? In Episode #181 of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: Juan's troubles with being too assertive in personal relationships and at work, why having a more chilled out attitude can help in a lot of…

Unreasonable confidence and an assertive attitude can be positive traits in a lot of situation,…

24 April 2021 | 00:39:40


Skills That Would Make You Dislike Someone - S1E348

Yodellers, debaters, salsa dancers, contortionists and sales people beware; the Mere Mortals may not like you! In Episode #180 of 'Meanderings' Juan and I discuss: why certain skills may not be an attractive thing to have in a friend, what sort of TV show would make us watch +100 hours, Juan getting click baited by a shit show, how…

Yodellers, debaters, salsa dancers, contortionists and sales people beware; the Mere Mortals…

22 April 2021 | 00:25:44


A Breakdown Of Jordan Peterson's Rules - S1E344

The Ultimate Rule: Pet a house in perfect order while pursuing skateboarding child-cats & comparing the truth with your shoulders back! In Episode #179 - Rules For Life, Juan and I discuss Jordan Peterson's book called '12 Rules For Life' and go through a thorough breakdown of what we found useful and what did not stand…

The Ultimate Rule: Pet a house in perfect order while pursuing skateboarding child-cats &…

21 April 2021 | 00:51:46


BRENDAN JAYO | Learning How To Handstand & Meme Recommendations - S1E347

Brendan Jayo is the handstand man! In Conversation #47 we discuss all things handstands including: the reason people balance on their hands, common injuries that occur from this exercise, what it is like to teach other people in a group setting, personal inspirations and the best handbalancers at the moment, how long it takes to learn a 60s…

Brendan Jayo is the handstand man! In Conversation #47 we discuss all things handstands…

19 April 2021 | 00:35:30


The Dark Side Of Cryptocurrency - S1E346

What is it about cryptocurrency that brings with it the dark side of hustlers & scammers? In Episode #178 of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: my recent shithouse banking experience, crypto makes sense but has some dodgy people in the community, the extreme left and extreme right, the complexity of the financial systems and what our…

What is it about cryptocurrency that brings with it the dark side of hustlers & scammers?…

17 April 2021 | 00:35:05


Disgusting Foods & Valuable Everyday Items - S1E343

Do you like cauliflower and if so, explain to me how you managed to burn off your taste buds? In Episode #177 - Meanderings, Juan and I discuss: disgusting foods that we have tasted, Juan's lack of care for taste, the dropping sperm counts of men due to plastics, items nowadays that could become very valuable in the future, why I hate…

Do you like cauliflower and if so, explain to me how you managed to burn off your taste buds?…

15 April 2021 | 00:30:28