

The Pat Flynn Show
Pat Flynn
Want to become better than most people at most things? Then the Pat Flynn Show is for you. Listen in, and learn:
- How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as "skill stacking."
- Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and study habits.
- Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
- Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
- Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.
- How to Master The Pat Flynn Philosophy of Generalism—or why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one. From there, how to combine abilities to create a competitive advantage at anything you could want—a tactic known as "skill stacking."
- Obtain Knowledge Fast, Learn Any Skill Quickly—Discover the 5 Generalist principles for ultra-efficient practice sessions and study habits.
- Access Interviews with Generalists the world over—The Pat Flynn show covers everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.
- Get the tools you need to become someone who outperforms, outsmarts, and outmaneuvers the pack.
- Discover hands-on tools, tips, and tactics to pursue your most fulfilling life.
In this podcast, get to know best-selling author, philosopher, fitness coach, musician, entrepreneur, and Catholic convert Pat Flynn as he expounds upon his theory of Generalism, a theory applicable to each and every one of us.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Feb 16, 2020 • 1h 7min
Sunday School: Eucharist, Authority, and Francis Chan (Ft. Eric Robinson)
On this episode of Sunday School, I team up with host of Polycarp's Paradigm (and Catholic convert) Eric Robinson for a conversation on what Catholics believe about the Eucharist (and why), its relation to Church authority, and a recent video by Francis Chan that's attracted much attention about the nature of communion in the early Church. Please enjoy! ... Listen to Eric's previous episodes on the Eucharist: Poly 9 – Eucharist: A High-Stakes Conversation Released 6/4/2019 https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=10031327 Poly 10 – Eucharist: Transubstantiation & Apostolic Succession Released 6/11/2019 https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=10036583 Poly 12 – Eucharist: Metanarrative of Scripture Released 6/25/2019 https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=10146805 Poly 13 – Eucharist: Life of Jesus Released 7/2/2019 https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=10341029 Poly 14 – Eucharist: 2,000 Years of Consistent Teaching Released 7/9/2019 https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=10341080 ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Feb 15, 2020 • 19min
EP 375: Why Train with Kettlebell Complexes?
Pat offers an introductory conversation on kettlebell complexes -- what they are, and why you should use them -- along with a few examples for getting started. ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pages) eBook called Introduction to Kettlebells, which is now available on Amazon for a whopping — brace yourself! — $1. You can snag it here ==> https://amzn.to/2HgwJgO Short story: Introduction to Kettlebells is a quick and dirty reference guide to the core single kettlebell techniques — exercises like the swing, snatch, clean, get up, squat, etc — and a simple, 7-day training cycle for getting strong and tough. Inside the eBook are instructional pointers, pictures of each technique, and links to video tutorials. Finally, a simple and straightforward collection of workouts for improving general physical preparedness with just one kettlebell. While this eBook is aimed at beginners, I think even veterans will get something out of it, since it's always good to brush up on technique and return to basics. Grab Introduction to Kettlebells and get a FREE collection of kettlebell Complexes Step 1) Click here ==> https://amzn.to/2ZfacXU to snag the book on Amazon for just $1. Step 2) Read the book (shouldn't take long, it's only 30 pages), then — so long as you feel it's worthy — please leave a 5-star review on Amazon to help spread the word. (Positive reviews really help introduce new people to the book, which is the whole reason I wrote this.) Step 3) Email a screenshot of that review to PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com with the subject line "review", and we'll send you a bonus collection kettlebell complexes to supplement the eBook, absolutely free. Note: this bonus collection of workouts features some of my all time personal favorite complexes for burning maximum calories in minimum time. You'll love to hate them. Promise. … Get 101 FREE Kettlebell Complexes at http://www.101kettlebellworkouts.com ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Feb 12, 2020 • 22min
Groovy Announcements + Strong ON! Certification Details
Pat shares a few announcements of upcoming challenges, and what else he's been working on. Plus, details about the upcoming Strong ON! Certification. To register for the Strong ON! certification, please visit: http://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/strongoncertification

Feb 11, 2020 • 1h 20min
EP 374: Dan John on Why Doing The Obvious Works (and What That Is!)
Pat and Dan discuss the importance of doing the obvious, and specifically, of trusting a process we KNOW works, even if we don't know all the reasons WHY it works. Then, listener questions! ... Show Notes and Resources Check out Dan John University! New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pages) eBook called Introduction to Kettlebells, which is now available on Amazon for a whopping — brace yourself! — $1. You can snag it here ==> https://amzn.to/2HgwJgO Short story: Introduction to Kettlebells is a quick and dirty reference guide to the core single kettlebell techniques — exercises like the swing, snatch, clean, get up, squat, etc — and a simple, 7-day training cycle for getting strong and tough. Inside the eBook are instructional pointers, pictures of each technique, and links to video tutorials. Finally, a simple and straightforward collection of workouts for improving general physical preparedness with just one kettlebell. While this eBook is aimed at beginners, I think even veterans will get something out of it, since it's always good to brush up on technique and return to basics. Grab Introduction to Kettlebells and get a FREE collection of kettlebell Complexes Step 1) Click here ==> https://amzn.to/2ZfacXU to snag the book on Amazon for just $1. Step 2) Read the book (shouldn't take long, it's only 30 pages), then — so long as you feel it's worthy — please leave a 5-star review on Amazon to help spread the word. (Positive reviews really help introduce new people to the book, which is the whole reason I wrote this.) Step 3) Email a screenshot of that review to PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com with the subject line "review", and we'll send you a bonus collection kettlebell complexes to supplement the eBook, absolutely free. Note: this bonus collection of workouts features some of my all time personal favorite complexes for burning maximum calories in minimum time. You'll love to hate them. Promise. … The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Feb 7, 2020 • 16min
5 Quick Tips for a Better, More Productive Workout
What the title says! ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pages) eBook called Introduction to Kettlebells, which is now available on Amazon for a whopping — brace yourself! — $1. You can snag it here ==> https://amzn.to/2HgwJgO Short story: Introduction to Kettlebells is a quick and dirty reference guide to the core single kettlebell techniques — exercises like the swing, snatch, clean, get up, squat, etc — and a simple, 7-day training cycle for getting strong and tough. Inside the eBook are instructional pointers, pictures of each technique, and links to video tutorials. Finally, a simple and straightforward collection of workouts for improving general physical preparedness with just one kettlebell. While this eBook is aimed at beginners, I think even veterans will get something out of it, since it's always good to brush up on technique and return to basics. Grab Introduction to Kettlebells and get a FREE collection of kettlebell Complexes Step 1) Click here ==> https://amzn.to/2ZfacXU to snag the book on Amazon for just $1. Step 2) Read the book (shouldn't take long, it's only 30 pages), then — so long as you feel it's worthy — please leave a 5-star review on Amazon to help spread the word. (Positive reviews really help introduce new people to the book, which is the whole reason I wrote this.) Step 3) Email a screenshot of that review to PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com with the subject line "review", and we'll send you a bonus collection kettlebell complexes to supplement the eBook, absolutely free. Note: this bonus collection of workouts features some of my all time personal favorite complexes for burning maximum calories in minimum time. You'll love to hate them. Promise. … The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Feb 6, 2020 • 57min
EP 373: Dan John's Favorite Fitness Reads
Dan John shares his favorite fitness reads. Then, Pat and Dan take listener questions on coaching advice to medical supply kits! ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pages) eBook called Introduction to Kettlebells, which is now available on Amazon for a whopping — brace yourself! — $1. You can snag it here ==> https://amzn.to/2HgwJgO Short story: Introduction to Kettlebells is a quick and dirty reference guide to the core single kettlebell techniques — exercises like the swing, snatch, clean, get up, squat, etc — and a simple, 7-day training cycle for getting strong and tough. Inside the eBook are instructional pointers, pictures of each technique, and links to video tutorials. Finally, a simple and straightforward collection of workouts for improving general physical preparedness with just one kettlebell. While this eBook is aimed at beginners, I think even veterans will get something out of it, since it's always good to brush up on technique and return to basics. Grab Introduction to Kettlebells and get a FREE collection of kettlebell Complexes Step 1) Click here ==> https://amzn.to/2ZfacXU to snag the book on Amazon for just $1. Step 2) Read the book (shouldn't take long, it's only 30 pages), then — so long as you feel it's worthy — please leave a 5-star review on Amazon to help spread the word. (Positive reviews really help introduce new people to the book, which is the whole reason I wrote this.) Step 3) Email a screenshot of that review to PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com with the subject line "review", and we'll send you a bonus collection kettlebell complexes to supplement the eBook, absolutely free. Note: this bonus collection of workouts features some of my all time personal favorite complexes for burning maximum calories in minimum time. You'll love to hate them. Promise. … The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Feb 2, 2020 • 53min
Sunday School: My Spiritual Journey Revisited on Polycarp's Paradigm
Recently, I was invited to share my journey from skeptic to Catholic on the podcast Polycarp's Paradigm with host Eric Robinson. Please enjoy. Check out Polycarp's Paradigm here. ...

Jan 29, 2020 • 1h 12min
EP 372: Dan John on Training for Tactical Strength and Simplifying Everything
Pat and Dan talk how important authority is with respect to epistemology (how we know what we know), then take listener questions training for the tactical strength challenge, how to "pirate map" fitness, business, and faith, and more. Plus, a live critique of a listener's swing and barbell clean technique. ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pages) eBook called Introduction to Kettlebells, which is now available on Amazon for a whopping — brace yourself! — $1. You can snag it here ==> https://amzn.to/2HgwJgO Short story: Introduction to Kettlebells is a quick and dirty reference guide to the core single kettlebell techniques — exercises like the swing, snatch, clean, get up, squat, etc — and a simple, 7-day training cycle for getting strong and tough. Inside the eBook are instructional pointers, pictures of each technique, and links to video tutorials. Finally, a simple and straightforward collection of workouts for improving general physical preparedness with just one kettlebell. While this eBook is aimed at beginners, I think even veterans will get something out of it, since it's always good to brush up on technique and return to basics. Grab Introduction to Kettlebells and get a FREE collection of kettlebell Complexes Step 1) Click here ==> https://amzn.to/2ZfacXU to snag the book on Amazon for just $1. Step 2) Read the book (shouldn't take long, it's only 30 pages), then — so long as you feel it's worthy — please leave a 5-star review on Amazon to help spread the word. (Positive reviews really help introduce new people to the book, which is the whole reason I wrote this.) Step 3) Email a screenshot of that review to PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com with the subject line "review", and we'll send you a bonus collection kettlebell complexes to supplement the eBook, absolutely free. Note: this bonus collection of workouts features some of my all time personal favorite complexes for burning maximum calories in minimum time. You'll love to hate them. Promise. … The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Jan 27, 2020 • 18min
EP 371: 5 Kettlebell Complexes to Blast Fat and Boost Strength
Recently I (Pat) rediscovered an old article I wrote for the RKC website: 5 Kettlebell Complexes to Blast Fat and Boost Strength. In this podcast, I share the details of these workouts, why I think they're worth doing, and how to get the most out of them. ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world to me if you could subscribe to, and leave a review for, The Pat Flynn show on iTunes HERE or Stitcher HERE. Reading your reviews and hearing your feedback is what keeps me fired up to make The Pat Flynn Show happen. Thank you!

Jan 26, 2020 • 43min
Sunday School: The Relationship Between Faith and Reason
Continuing with our Catechism series, Pat reads and comments upon the section on faith and reason. Then, Pat takes a question on mindfulness and rediscovering religion.


