The Cult of Recreationalism BUBS Naturals
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- Culture et société
The Cult of Recreationalism is hosted by Sean Lake, Johnna Ward, and Nathan Morris. Brought to you by BUBS Naturals, they cover a variety of topics including everything from health and fitness, to business and life goals. However, the underlying agenda is having great conversations with interesting individuals that would happen regardless of the presence of a mic.
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Mike Ritland | Ep. 16
Mike Ritland joins Sean on the Cult of Recreationalism Podcast! Mike is a three-time New York Times bestselling author and former Navy Seal - who also served with Glen 'BUB' Doherty. They discuss Mike's journey from growing up in Iowa to becoming a SEAL, what he's done in his career after leaving the service like dog training, and of course he shares some stories about BUB that Sean didn't even know or had only heard parts of. Other topics include Mike's podcast, jiu-jitsu, and the meditation of motorcycle riding. Give it a listen!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Embracing the Unconventional
03:05 From Iowa to Navy SEAL
05:05 Mental Preparation and Adaptability in Overcoming Challenges
34:15 Shared Experiences and Adventures: Cherishing Memories
49:24 Reflecting on What Glenn Would Do: Finding Guidance and Motivation
52:58 Living Life to the Fullest: Honoring the Memory of a Fallen Friend
01:03:27 The Impact of the Podcast
01:08:24 The Importance of Struggle and Challenge
01:17:59 Never Giving Up: The Key to Success
01:24:28 Exclusive Content and Interaction on Patreon
Check us out at www.bubsnaturals.com
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mikeritland.com
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facebook.com/MikeRitlandOfficial/
patreon.com/mikedrop
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Rory McKernan | Ep. 15
Rory McKernan joins Sean and Nathan on the Cult of Recreationalism! Rory is the VP or Business Development for Mayhem Nation and CrossFit Mayhem. Before that he worked for CrossFit and was a personality on their media team. Remember the old Open announcements? Before that he worked at a gym in Encinitas, California called SealFit where he was Sean and Glen's first CrossFit coach. They reminisce about old times in SoCal, tell stories about Glen, and a bunch of other topics like travel, the mountains, and of course fitness. Give it a listen!
Chapters
00:00 The Art of Wiping the Whiteboard Clean
03:33 Journey to the Mountains: Personal Growth and Reflection
23:40 Becoming a Commercial Helicopter Pilot: Challenges and Triumphs
29:55 The Early Days of CrossFit and the Influence of Glen Doherty
33:12 The Community and Culture of CrossFit
36:08 Creating the Hero Workout in Honor of Glenn
39:00 The Impact of CrossFit on Personal Growth and Enduring Friendships
01:03:59 Creating Meaning in Life: The Power of Intention
01:15:40 Exploring Nature: Favorite Travel Destinations
01:20:28 The Joy of Outdoor Activities: Finding Solitude in Nature
01:24:08 Promoting Codes and Show Notes: A Light-Hearted Exchange
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instagram.com/thecrossfitmayhem
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Dr. Allison Brager | Ep. 14
Dr. Allison Brager joins Sean and Nathan on The Cult of Recreationalism! Dr./Major Brager is a neurobiologist and sleep expert, and she discusses her work in supporting special operations and the importance of sleep and circadian rhythms. They talk about sleep timing and recovery, the myth of catching up on sleep, human performance, consistent sleep patterns, and everything else you want to know about. They talk about Allison's background to get to where she is today which involves D1 athletics, the CrossFit Games, and of course, the military.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:27 The Role of Sleep in Special Operations
07:28 The Science Behind Sleep and Recovery
07:35 The Impact of Sleep on Athletic and Cognitive Performance
09:10 Immunohistochemistry and Animal Models
11:19 Dr. Breger's Journey into Sleep Research
14:01 The Evolution of Sleep and Recovery
14:58 Debunking Sleep Myths
18:08 The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Performance and Teamwork
20:31 The Importance of Sleep Timing for Recovery
22:36 Consistent Sleep Timing as We Age
22:59 Tips for Improving Sleep Quality and Falling Asleep Faster
25:55 Managing Jet Lag: Staying Awake Until Bedtime
29:37 The Importance of Consistency in Sleep Patterns
32:56 From Pole Vaulting to Neuroscience: Allison's Journey
40:15 Finding Relaxation in Vinyl Records
43:08 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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Check out her book: "Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain"
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Sage Burgener | Ep. 13
Sage Burgener joins Nathan on the podcast this week! Sage is a weightlifter by birth that found a love for ultra running. They talk about everything from growing up in Coach B's gym, progressing as both an athlete and coach, parenting, running Bad Bitch Camps, and so much more. Sage speaks about the idea of grit and suffering and how you can find both in Olympic weightlifting and distance running. It's a great conversation that you don't want to miss out on.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:16 The Importance of Being Coachable
24:54 Improving in 5K Races
34:45 Integrating Strength and Conditioning in Ultra Running: Ultra Strength Program
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instagram.com/ultrastrengthco
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Dave Durante | Ep. 12
Dave Durante joins Sean and Nathan on the Cult of Recreationalism podcast! Dave is a gymnast, former Olympian, and founder of Power Monkey Fitness. They discuss Dave’s path through growing up in New Jersey, to competing at Stanford, to the Olympics in Beijing. He’s a girl dad, sneakerhead who never thought he would get into coaching who now runs Power Monkey Camp which brings in amazing coaches from all over the world to train coaches, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Make sure you check out the end of the episode for a round of rapidfire questions to get to know Dave a little better.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
13:26 Dave's Gymnastics Journey
25:01 Transition to Coaching and Power Monkey Camp
29:11 Power Monkey Camp: Building Skills and Relationships
32:11 The Impact of CrossFit on Gymnastics
36:15 From Gymnast to Coach: Dave Durante's Journey
39:19 Learning from Olympic Athletes
43:57 Personal Stories: From Snowboarding to Gymnastics
46:34 Dave's Favorites: Bourbon, X-Men, and Sandwiches
50:25 Navigating Social Media and Dealing with Negativity
53:36 Dave's Sneaker Collection and Artistic Interests
56:08 The Value of Shared Wins and Personal Growth
58:08 Dave's Quirks: Being Loud and Taking Up Space in Bed
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instagram.com/powermonkeyfitness
instagram.com/powermonkeycamp
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@fit2serve1 AKA Evan Slaughter | Ep. 11
In this episode, Evan Slaughter AKA @fit2serve1 joins Nathan on the Cult of Rec podcast! Evan is a fitness influencer, content creator, pickleballer, a veteran, and he’s doing what he loves. He talks about his love for comedy and how he incorporates it into his content. He loves finding humor in any situation and it’s helped him grow after dealing with anxiety and addiction earlier in his life. They also talk about finding inspiration for creating content, the importance of being mentally and physically healthy, and the significance behind Evan's Instagram name. Enjoy!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:21 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation
06:14 The Role of Comedy in Evan's Content
07:01 Getting into Pickleball
08:39 Making the Switch to Full-Time Creator
11:19 Using Social Media as a Job
12:44 Unwinding and Taking Breaks from Social Media
13:16 Dating Apps and Personal Life
15:33 Reflecting on Strengths and Weaknesses
18:10 Coping Strategies for Anxiety
20:09 Finding Support and Talking About Anxiety
21:33 Humor in the Military
23:27 Addressing Mental Health in the Military
24:55 Evan's Humorous Side in School
28:23 Playing Instruments and Targeted Instagram Ads
32:54 Finding Inspiration and the Concept of Originality
39:12 The Journey to Physical and Mental Health
43:21 Being Comfortable in Your Own Skin
45:55 Being Fit to Serve Others
Check us out at www.bubsnaturals.com
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instagram.com/fit2serve1
https://www.youtube.com/@fit2serve
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