Mere Mortals

Mere Mortals



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.,). We go live every Sunday @ 11am AEST.

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692 Episodes

Overcoming Injuries & Adjustments, Week 10 | Mere Mortals in Motion

In the 10th week of my 12-week running phase, I delve into my evolving objectives and how I've had to pivot along the way. I faced several challenges this week, from veering off my initial plan to managing an unexpected injury. Despite these setbacks, I clocked 18.94 kilometers and took the time to analyze the reasons behind it. I talk…

In the 10th week of my 12-week running phase, I delve into my evolving objectives and how…

13 November 2023 | 00:09:09


What Comes Next? | Facing Obstacles Life Throws Our Way

It's been a rough couple of months so how are we dealing with the challenges in our lives?

In Episode #420 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: why you need to approach life like an ibex, Juan's main problem of trying to get off the hamster wheel, Ryan Holiday's theory of choice, why you are paradoxically not…

It's been a rough couple of months so how are we dealing with the challenges in our…

10 November 2023 | 01:02:49


Monthly Goals | November 2023

It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.

Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always…

It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see…

08 November 2023 | 00:31:00


Bad News & Good News | An Update From Kyrin

Just a short update episode here detailing why we'll be going back to just one episode a week for the foreseeable future. And a reminder to spend time with your loved ones. All the best, Kyrin out.

Timeline:
(0:00) - Intro
(0:49) - Bad news
(2:02) - Schedule changes
(3:42) - Good news
(6:53) - My final…

Just a short update episode here detailing why we'll be going back to just one episode a…

06 November 2023 | 00:08:54


Shifting Plans & Overcoming Challenges, Week 9 | Mere Mortals in Motion

In week nine of my 12-week running phase, I reflect on how my planned runs sometimes deviate from the original plan. Instead of hitting those lofty 38 to 40km weeks, I'm at a more realistic 23km week. Treadmills have become a great ally in my journey, especially when outdoor runs aren't feasible. 

As I navigate this phase, I…

In week nine of my 12-week running phase, I reflect on how my planned runs sometimes deviate from…

04 November 2023 | 00:08:39


Does It Really Matter If You Cheat A Little? | Staying True To Your Word & Principles

No-one will ever know so it should be ok ..... right?

In Episode #419 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: how integrity is different from goal setting, why those hidden actions beneath the surface matter (sometimes lol), the reason you can only have integrity in specific domains and the way it presents itself in specific…

No-one will ever know so it should be ok ..... right?

In Episode #419 of…

03 November 2023 | 01:06:48


ALEXANDER WATANABE | Interactive Art, Blockchain Archivality & Leaving The Cardano Bubble

What if you could interact with art through a completely new medium?

In Conversation #97, Alex and I discuss: why going to the gym is like levelling up in a game, how he plans to create onchain code using Ethereum that will be durable, how art can be manipulated & destroyed, the folly of arguing on the internet and why he's…

What if you could interact with art through a completely new medium?

In Conversation…

30 October 2023 | 02:02:56


Running Phase Challenges & Insights, Week 8 | Mere Mortals in Motion

In this recap of week 8 of my 12-week running phase, I delve into the highs and lows of the journey so far. From the exhilaration of running with friends outdoors to the routine of treadmill runs, I explore the multifaceted world of running. 

Balancing 20 kilometers in a week with other physical activities proved to be a unique…

In this recap of week 8 of my 12-week running phase, I delve into the highs and lows of the…

28 October 2023 | 00:07:33


The Pro & Cons Of Alcohol | Does It Make Our Life Better?

What's your relationship to alcohol?

In Episode #418 of 'Musings', Juan & I discuss: the energy that comes out after dark, Juan's party past, Australian drinking culture, the reaction to the Podfather conversation, why alcohol is similar to sugar or junk food, the useless definition of a drug (everything is lol)…

What's your relationship to alcohol?

In Episode #418 of 'Musings', Juan…

27 October 2023 | 01:04:39


ADAM CURRY | Beyond Podcasting 2.0, Disruptive V4V Music & The 'Value 4 Value' Ethos

Adam is back and he's here to revolutionise the music industry through v4v!

In Conversation #96, Adam and I discuss: how RSS is allowing for an entirely new genre of communication by merging video/audio/text/pictures, the music industry is desperately looking for a solution, learnings from the No Agenda community and why value…

Adam is back and he's here to revolutionise the music industry through v4v!

In…

23 October 2023 | 01:52:15