Episode
#209 - Catch Up 106
1:06:20
Published: Thu Aug 13 2020
Description
Jonny & Yusef join me again to discuss our experience as humans over the last few months. No agenda, just finding out what's been going on in life. I've lost an achilles, Bill Ackman made the greatest trade in history, Netflix has some amazing content on, Jonny's dog joins us and we discuss cinnamon a lot. Sponsor: Get Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (Enter promo code MODERNWISDOM for 85% off and 3 Months Free) Extra Stuff: Free business training to become an online coach - https://propanefitness.com/modernwisdom Gain muscle & lose fat - https://propanefitness.com/ Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
The host announces a decrease in podcast production for the next two weeks due to a pending Achilles operation, but promises to still release three episodes this week.
00:00 - 01:35 (01:35)
Summary
The host announces a decrease in podcast production for the next two weeks due to a pending Achilles operation, but promises to still release three episodes this week.
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Getting a VPN is easy and affordable, and provides access to the full Netflix library.
01:35 - 04:54 (03:19)
Summary
Getting a VPN is easy and affordable, and provides access to the full Netflix library. VPNs can also ensure that explicit content is properly rated to prevent shows from getting removed from podcast stores. However, there is a mention of Surfshark being used by the speaker for recovery purposes.
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The speaker shares his experience of tearing his leg while running without any pain but experiencing instability and wobbling sensation in the affected leg.
04:54 - 07:53 (02:58)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of tearing his leg while running without any pain but experiencing instability and wobbling sensation in the affected leg.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker shares his experience of playing sports after knee surgery and how he felt no pain, unlike his friend who broke his leg during a game and struggled to convince anyone to take him to the hospital.
07:53 - 10:47 (02:54)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of playing sports after knee surgery and how he felt no pain, unlike his friend who broke his leg during a game and struggled to convince anyone to take him to the hospital.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker recounts a club night filled with drinking and memories with friends, but ends in a somber mood due to the realization that their experience will never be the same again.
10:47 - 13:36 (02:48)
Summary
The speaker recounts a club night filled with drinking and memories with friends, but ends in a somber mood due to the realization that their experience will never be the same again. They also recall a student event where everyone got gunged by someone who resembles Dave Benson.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The hosts discuss viral video references and the pitfalls of trying to create content just to go viral, and they also reveal Gary Vaynerchuk's content creation process.
13:36 - 21:02 (07:25)
Summary
The hosts discuss viral video references and the pitfalls of trying to create content just to go viral, and they also reveal Gary Vaynerchuk's content creation process.
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The podcast discusses the potential risks associated with taking advice from unqualified individuals online, highlighting the example of Grant Cardone as an American who has made a career out of giving questionable advice.
21:02 - 23:52 (02:50)
Summary
The podcast discusses the potential risks associated with taking advice from unqualified individuals online, highlighting the example of Grant Cardone as an American who has made a career out of giving questionable advice.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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Two big names have an uncomfortable conversation about fake martial arts masters and their cult following, as well as the touch of death technique.
23:52 - 27:39 (03:47)
Summary
Two big names have an uncomfortable conversation about fake martial arts masters and their cult following, as well as the touch of death technique.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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Bill Ackman predicted that the impact of the coronavirus would be bigger than most people expected and hedged his portfolio against it.
27:39 - 31:17 (03:37)
Summary
Bill Ackman predicted that the impact of the coronavirus would be bigger than most people expected and hedged his portfolio against it. Unlike others who made money by selling courses on how to profit from the pandemic, Ackman focused on helping with the relief effort through his foundation.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The conversation discusses the issue of market rigging with the recent removal of the Tesla CEO from the board due to his tweets, and the unpredictability of the stock market due to the rise of YOLO trading and changing investor sentiment.
31:17 - 34:09 (02:51)
Summary
The conversation discusses the issue of market rigging with the recent removal of the Tesla CEO from the board due to his tweets, and the unpredictability of the stock market due to the rise of YOLO trading and changing investor sentiment.
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The article briefly mentions a Senate hearing with tech CEOs and how some senators are technologically illiterate.
34:09 - 38:08 (03:59)
Summary
The article briefly mentions a Senate hearing with tech CEOs and how some senators are technologically illiterate.
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The weight on gym equipment can differ between gyms, leading to inconsistencies in personal fitness progress.
38:08 - 42:18 (04:09)
Summary
The weight on gym equipment can differ between gyms, leading to inconsistencies in personal fitness progress. Similarly, nutrition labels can also be misstated, such as with Quest bars and their net carb and fiber content.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker shares their experience of a password breach and emphasizes the importance of secure password management.
42:18 - 45:07 (02:49)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of a password breach and emphasizes the importance of secure password management. They also discuss the helpful features of password management tools.
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The exponential growth of wealth once a certain threshold is reached can make it difficult for billionaires, such as Jack Dorsey, to give away significant portions of their fortune due to red tape and lack of trust.
45:07 - 48:36 (03:28)
Summary
The exponential growth of wealth once a certain threshold is reached can make it difficult for billionaires, such as Jack Dorsey, to give away significant portions of their fortune due to red tape and lack of trust.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker gives tips on how to adjust the settings for watching podcast transcripts, including the importance of checking the audio, captions, and subtitles.
48:36 - 54:14 (05:38)
Summary
The speaker gives tips on how to adjust the settings for watching podcast transcripts, including the importance of checking the audio, captions, and subtitles.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The podcast discusses the scene from a movie where a CIA agent struggles to get into a military plane, and how it highlights the need to transcend discomfort in order to achieve goals.
54:14 - 59:12 (04:57)
Summary
The podcast discusses the scene from a movie where a CIA agent struggles to get into a military plane, and how it highlights the need to transcend discomfort in order to achieve goals.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker discusses his recovery expectations after surgery and imagines the damage done during the operation.
59:12 - 1:01:41 (02:28)
Summary
The speaker discusses his recovery expectations after surgery and imagines the damage done during the operation.
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Johnny discusses the idea of things going into and out of the body, particularly when it comes to bullets, exploring the complexities of whether to keep or remove them.
1:01:41 - 1:04:06 (02:25)
Summary
Johnny discusses the idea of things going into and out of the body, particularly when it comes to bullets, exploring the complexities of whether to keep or remove them.
Episode#209 - Catch Up 106
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The speaker discusses how many nice things are going out, but with the right tools, frame of mind, skills, and motivation, things can be put into people.
1:04:07 - 1:06:19 (02:12)
Summary
The speaker discusses how many nice things are going out, but with the right tools, frame of mind, skills, and motivation, things can be put into people. An advertisement for an ebook with over 200 life hacks is also mentioned.