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Mitch announces his plan to break a Guinness World Record at the Austin Marathon by running the entire race dressed as a book to promote literacy, potentially making him a two-time record holder.

• Reflecting on last week's popular episode with Ryan O'ay about sobriety and identity shifts in midlife
• Exploring fatherhood challenges and how men often project their own "not-enoughness" onto their children
• Discussing the importance of letting children find joy in activities rather than focusing solely on performance
• Both hosts sharing insights from therapy about changing parenting perspectives
• Updates on Mitch's delayed Rivian electric vehicle delivery and gym membership changes
• Preview of next week's interview with another guest named Ryan who has experience raising teenage daughters

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Ryan O'Dea shares his inspiring journey from weighing 325 pounds after college to becoming a competitive bodybuilder at 245 pounds. Through overcoming health issues, quitting alcohol, and finding community in the gym, he transformed both his physique and his approach to fatherhood.

• From college weight gain to fitness journey: taking control of health after needing medications for high blood pressure and cholesterol
• Finding purpose in fitness during personal struggles and making the gym a consistent priority
• Heart health challenges including atrial fibrillation that required multiple surgeries
• Decision to quit alcohol completely 5 years ago and its transformative impact on training and recovery
• Experience competing in bodybuilding shows and the surprising camaraderie among competitors
• Breaking down gym intimidation: why the "big guys" at the gym are usually the most supportive
• Parenting a 15-year-old athlete son while balancing expectations and encouragement
• Building community through fitness: from gym relationships to weekly breakfast meetups
• Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) as a medically supervised intervention for low testosterone levels
• Learning to accept compliments and overcome self-deprecation in fitness achievements

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Mitch and Bart share their intense 500-meter rowing challenge, with Bart achieving an impressive 1:34 time and Mitch coming in at 1:59, showcasing how friendly competition pushes our limits and reveals our true capabilities.

• Bart discusses his physical transformation from 226 pounds to a leaner 213, shifting his fitness goals away from constantly gaining strength toward a more balanced approach
• The hosts celebrate ultramarathoner Andy Glaze who completed three 100-mile mountain races in one month, demonstrating what the human body is capable of at any age
• Discussion of how personal fitness "mountains" vary for everyone - from ultramarathons to simply getting off the couch
• College football talk focusing on the Longhorns' challenging season opener
• Both hosts share the welcome return to structure that comes with back-to-school routines after the summer break
• Special premium membership announcement for local subscribers to join an October fitness event with Mitch and Bart

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Mitch and Bart discuss recovery strategies for fitness enthusiasts over 40, preview college football season, and share exciting personal and business updates.

• Mitch is building a brand management agency connecting hybrid workout influencers with brands
• Coming soon: a partnership with a peptide company
• College football preview with predictions for the Texas vs Ohio State game
• Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement and its massive media impact
• Practical recovery advice for athletes over 40: consider a 3-on-1-off, 3-on-2-off workout schedule
• Sleep and nutrition are the foundational recovery methods (50% of recovery) versus trendy methods like cold plunges
• Bart's new Rivian electric SUV purchase with features like self-leveling for camping and a 300+ mile range

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Chris shares his remarkable journey from juvenile delinquent with a seventh-grade education to physical therapy practice owner, revealing how adversity built the resilience that shaped his success. His story challenges conventional wisdom about overcoming obstacles, finding direction without guidance, and creating meaningful change despite starting with significant disadvantages.

• Growing up with minimal parental supervision and facing intense bullying as a late bloomer who didn't hit puberty until age 17
• Spending nearly a year in juvenile detention between ages 15-18 before transitioning directly to adult jail on his 18th birthday
• Finding direction at age 24 when he walked into a community college despite having no high school education
• Transitioning from MMA fighting to pursuing physical therapy after recognizing his fighting career limitations
• Creating a "speakeasy" physical therapy practice focused on quality one-on-one care rather than high-volume treatment
• Emphasizing that resistance training is essential regardless of age, but load management becomes increasingly important as we age
• Explaining that the key difference between fit older adults and those who've given up is learning to train around inevitable injuries

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Barton and Mitch break down the most effective supplements for men over 40, separating science from hype and offering practical advice for optimal health and performance.

• Creatine tops the list as an energy source for muscles during strength training, with potential cognitive benefits
• Vitamin D is crucial for immune function, with most people being deficient
• Omega-3 fatty acids support brain health and mood, with long-term deficiency potentially as harmful as smoking
• How a 50 gram Whey protein shake can help men meet the recommended "one gram per bodyweight (lbs) for daily protein for men over 40
• Natural sunlight and daily movement are as important as any supplement
• Quality sleep provides more recovery benefits than trendy methods like cold plunging and sauna use.
• Long-term effects of supplements remain unknown, requiring balanced decision-making

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Mitch and Bart explore the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships and parenting, examining how creating safe spaces for our children to process difficult experiences can break generational cycles of emotional disconnection.

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• College football pre-season rankings discussion with debate on top contenders
• Exploration of Hasan Minhaj's podcast interview with trauma specialist Dr. Gabor Maté.

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• Personal reflections on childhood experiences with bullying and lack of emotional safe spaces
• Detailed account of EMDR therapy for processing trauma and healing the inner child
• Discussion of gender differences in parenting approaches—fathers as problem-solvers vs. emotional supporters
• The importance of being fully present with children by putting phones down and creating space for conversation

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The team welcomes back Riley, a literary agent and former intern to discuss Love Island, social media's influence on reality TV, and cultural phenomena shaping younger generations.

• Riley shares how she transitioned from college to full-time literary agent and is "climbing a new mountain" in life
• Love Island USA Season 7 allows viewers to vote through an app to influence contestants' relationships, breaking up couples and creating drama
• The show records only days before airing, creating near real-time audience interaction and engagement
• Contestants can go from unknown to having millions of followers, completely transforming their lives and careers
• Discussion about how streaming culture has created careers where people document their daily lives for entertainment
• Conversation about the evolution of social media from exclusive platforms to places where we unwittingly share our entire digital footprint
• Riley critiques Mitch's new feather earring as "giving pick me energy"

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