Episode

#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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1:14:53
Published: Mon Dec 31 2018
Description

Ed Latimore is a writer, Physicist and Professional Heavyweight Boxer. Out of Ed's eclectic mix of interests comes a unique perspective as we discuss his background, the world of professional boxing, his journey through sobriety, alcohol in society and how to be successful on Twitter. Extra Stuff: Ed's Website - https://edlatimore.com/ Follow Ed On Twitter - https://twitter.com/edlatimore Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/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
Ed Latimore, a former professional boxer and physicist, shares his insights on sobriety and strategies for building a successful social media following with the host.
00:00 - 01:20 (01:20)
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Ed Latimore
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Ed Latimore, a former professional boxer and physicist, shares his insights on sobriety and strategies for building a successful social media following with the host.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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Modern Wisdom
Alcohol dependence can be difficult to overcome, especially when alcohol is deeply ingrained in one's life and social circles.
01:33 - 13:40 (12:07)
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Alcoholism
Summary

Alcohol dependence can be difficult to overcome, especially when alcohol is deeply ingrained in one's life and social circles. Quitting can mean missing out on a sense of purpose and fitting in with a community.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The host discusses the science behind humor in conversations and how it can be both intentional and unintentional.
13:40 - 20:25 (06:45)
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Humor
Summary

The host discusses the science behind humor in conversations and how it can be both intentional and unintentional. He also explores the different ways people use humor in different social situations.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The reason villains in movies are often portrayed as indulging in excessive drinking is that it adds to their edge and appeal of being a bad boy.
20:25 - 29:22 (08:56)
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Movies
Summary

The reason villains in movies are often portrayed as indulging in excessive drinking is that it adds to their edge and appeal of being a bad boy. However, it is important to recognize that excessive drinking can have negative consequences, and portraying it as a glamorous habit can be problematic for some viewers.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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Discussing the negative impact of party culture and how the responsibility of change starts in the home with families.
29:22 - 33:29 (04:07)
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Party Culture
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Discussing the negative impact of party culture and how the responsibility of change starts in the home with families.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The importance of not drinking before a performance is emphasized, as it can affect the quality of one's work.
33:29 - 44:58 (11:29)
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Performance
Summary

The importance of not drinking before a performance is emphasized, as it can affect the quality of one's work. However, balancing priorities and self-care is crucial in achieving success and avoiding addiction.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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Social media is a powerful tool for connecting and finding people, as it allows individuals to share their thoughts and spread their message around the world with just one click.
44:58 - 51:07 (06:08)
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Social Media
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Social media is a powerful tool for connecting and finding people, as it allows individuals to share their thoughts and spread their message around the world with just one click.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The speaker advises people with products to promote on social media to keep products that are of good quality, follow a decent amount of people, avoid unethical practices like trying to fleece people and not follow any fixed ratio of following to unfollowing.
51:07 - 1:01:52 (10:44)
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Social Media
Summary

The speaker advises people with products to promote on social media to keep products that are of good quality, follow a decent amount of people, avoid unethical practices like trying to fleece people and not follow any fixed ratio of following to unfollowing.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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Modern Wisdom
The more intellectual leaders you follow on platforms like Twitter, the more wisdom you'll be exposed to.
1:01:52 - 1:06:23 (04:31)
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Social Media
Summary

The more intellectual leaders you follow on platforms like Twitter, the more wisdom you'll be exposed to. As for reality TV, it provides individuals with no platform the opportunity to become popular without having to cultivate any added value.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The limited characters on Twitter may make it a little more challenging to use for some, but the hard work and nuanced conversations make it invaluable for others who engage in the platform.
1:06:23 - 1:11:13 (04:49)
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Twitter
Summary

The limited characters on Twitter may make it a little more challenging to use for some, but the hard work and nuanced conversations make it invaluable for others who engage in the platform.

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#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
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The speaker discusses how social media technology has enabled him to pursue his interests and build a following.
1:11:13 - 1:14:40 (03:27)
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Social Media Technology
Summary

The speaker discusses how social media technology has enabled him to pursue his interests and build a following. He emphasizes the importance of presenting content in a visually appealing manner and his desire to share knowledge and give back to his audience.

Episode
#045 - Ed Latimore - A Physicist And A Boxer Walk Into A Bar
Podcast
Modern Wisdom