The Pat Flynn Show

EP 343: Dan John on Worthwhile Fitness Gimmicks, Strategic Goal Setting, and Plant-Based Dieting

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan talk about getting excited over fitness goals and how to decide when "good enough is good enough." Also, listener questions on fitness gim...

EP 342: Fixing Your Kettlebell Swing with Aleks Salkin

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Aleks discuss common kettlebell swing mistakes, and how to fix them. ... Strong ON! Certification Details Here: == https://www.chroniclesofst...

Sunday School: A Brief History of Postmodernism with Dr. Robert Delfino

10 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Delfino joins Pat to offer a brief history of postmodernism, weaving a narrative stemming all the way from ancient Greece. How did we get to a pla...

EP 341: The Importance of Community and Virtuous Friendship. Other, random thoughts.

09 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The importance of community and virtuous friendship. Plus, other things that happen to float randomly into Pat's consciousness.

EP 340: Tackling Dietary Extremism with Aleks Salkin

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Aleks recently got into a heated nutrition debate online after reviewing the vegan documentary The Game Ghangers. The boys discuss veganism, nutrition...

EP 339: Dan John on Veganism, Building Pecs, and Coaching with Empathy

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Pat and Dan field questions one everything from the vegan documentary The Game Changers, taking care of your feet, building pecs with...

Strong ON! MEGA SALE

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of the 2nd Anniversary of Strong ON!, we're offering a HUGE SALE on monthly, yearly, and lifetime (yes, lifetime!) members to Strong ON...

Philosophy Friday: Aquinas's Way to God with Dr. Gaven Kerr

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series in natural theology with special guest, Dr. Gavin Kerr, author of Aquinas's Way to God: The Proof in the De Ente et Essentia. ...

EP 338: The Busy Body Workout Plan with Dan John

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan offers workout advice for those experiencing a busy phase of life. Also, listener questions on deadlifts, improving flexed arm hangs, fasting and ...

EP 337: Dan John Answers Listener Questions from Ireland

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan John joins us once again -- this time from Ireland -- as we jam on questions sent in by listeners.  ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this ep...

Sunday School: Dr. Vost on Stoicism, Christianity, and Life Lessons from St. Thomas

27 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Keven Vost, clinical psychologist and author of over twenty books, including, most recently, 12 Life Lessons of Thomas Aquinas, joins Pat to discu...

EP 336: Real Business Talk Steph Gaudreau. Plus, Intuitive Eating.

26 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Steph Gaudreau returns to the Pat Flynn show to talk a variety of topics, particularly the balancing act that every writer and business owner must kee...

Philosophy Friday: What Is the Nature of Consciousness? with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Josh Rasmussen is back to discuss the nature and source of consciousness on this episode of Philosophy Friday.  ... Related Episodes https://www...

It's my Birthday, and we just had a baby!

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives announcements that are very announcement-like!

Philosophy Friday: The Moral Argument

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing on with the series in natural theology, Pat offers a presentation of the famous moral argument for the existence of God, and considers obje...

EP 335: Dan John on Minimalism, Pirate Maps, Home Gyms, and More

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss (as usual) a range of topics, from constructing your home gym, and using the idea of "Pirate Maps" to stay focused on achieving yo...

EP 334: Some Tips on Creative Writing

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers a few tips on creative writing.  ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 pag...

Sunday School: Theology of Home with Carrie Gress

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Carrie Gress, PhD, joins Pat to discuss her books the The Anti-Mary Exposed and Theology of Home, offering a diagnosis of culture, ideas on how to ser...

Philosophy Friday: A Conversation on Free Will with Fr. Gregory Pine

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined once again by Fr. Gregory pine to discuss great literature, human free will, angels, and more.  ... About Gregory Pine Fr. Gregory Pine...

EP 333: Mike Mathews on What to Do When You're No Longer a Beginner

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Mike talk about what to do -- both psychologically, and physiologically -- when you're no longer a beginner in the weight room. How should you...

EP 332: Dan John on Single Leg Training, High vs Low Bar Squats, Tension, Meditation, and More

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan engage listener questions on single leg training, high vs low bar squats, tension, how to get started meditating, and more.  ... New eBoo...

EP 331: Back 2 Nutrition Basics

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers a few general nutritional tactics for getting (and/or staying) lean.  .. Strong ON! Certification details: http://www.chroniclesofstrength...

Sunday School: What My Children Have Taught Me About God

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat reflects on a few spiritual insights he's gleaned since having children.  ... Recommended books: Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary

Philosophy Friday: Argument from Conditioned Reality, Bertrand Russell, God of the Gaps, and More

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this two part episode, Pat begins by taking listener questions on everything from Bertrand Russell, to the so-called "god of the gaps fallacy", and...

EP 330: Why Dan John HATES Lunges!

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan talk a lot about lunges, but also other things, like how to build stronger forearms, how to get back on track after a leave of training ab...

EP 329: The Minimalist Rule of 1-3-5

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about a minimalist tactic known as the rule of 1-3-5 for prioritizing, organizing, and getting stuff done! ... == CLICK HERE for the early ...

Sunday School: There's Something About Mary - with Eric Robinson

29 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Catholic convert Eric Robinson, and host of Polycarp's Paradigm, to share how his journey to Catholicism was inspired by a Protestant...

The Strong ON! Certification: Everything You Need to Know

28 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat covers all the details about the Strong ON! Certification (next one: May 16th & 17th) -- what makes this certification experience unique, what to ...

Philosophy Friday: Listener Questions on Time, Proofs for God, and Philosophical Consensus

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat answers a listener's questions on the nature of time as it relates to the 5 Ways of Aquinas, the inherent value of metaphysics, and what most phil...

EP 328: Dan John on Best Exercise for 30 Minutes a Day?

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan take listener questions on what people should do fitness-wise if they're short on time, the relationship between theology and philosophy a...

EP 327: Dan John on Coaching vs Cueing

21 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss the art of coaching and giving coaching cues, take listener questions, and more.  ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – ...

Philosophy Friday: Aquinas, God, and the Argument from Change

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing on with the series in natural theology, Pat goes over the argument from change (Aquinas's 1st way) for the existence of God. Additional rea...

EP 326: Responding to Criticism

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the importance of criticism.  ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Recently, I wrote a short (read: 30 p...

Sunday School: Why Be Religious and Not Just Spiritual?

15 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined once again by Fr. Gregory Pine to discuss the virtue of religion. More fundamentally: what exactly is religion?  Show Notes and Recomme...

Philosophy Friday: What Is Natural Theology?

13 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about natural theology, which is the specific, philosophical study of God apart from divine revelation.  ... The Pat Flynn Show If you enjo...

EP 325: Why Train with Kettlebells?

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat goes back to basics on this episode, and reiterates the benefits -- and limitations -- of training with kettlebells.  ... To take part in Strong ...

EP 324: Dan John on Gym Jones, 300, Generalism, and Rotational Exercises

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan talk about Gym Jones, the movie 300, and the how the principles of generalism, specialization, and minimalism can be effectively integrate...

ANN: Strong ON! FREE WEEK!

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Please join us for a FREE WEEK of fat-stripping Strong ON! workouts by either joining: the Strong ON! Facebook group ==https://www.facebook.com/groups...

Sunday School: From Atheism to Catholicism - My Story Retold

08 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Sunday School I share a recent interview I had on a Catholic radio show hosted by Gary Michuta, who invited me on to share my journ...

EP 323: Eat Bacon, Lose Fat? with Dan John

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss a wide range of topics, offering ideas on how to improve kettlebell snatch technique, improve endurance, and what to do about inju...

Philosophy Friday: Tim McGrew on Logic, Metaskills, and Memory Techniques

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks with professional philosopher -- and expert-generalist -- Tim McGrew on the importance of skill stacking. Today's discussion includes a list...

EP 322: The 100 Rep Snatch Test

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers thoughts on the 100 rep snatch test. ... Join the September Snatch Challenge here: == https://chroniclesofstrength.com/snatchchallenge

EP 321: Dan John on Strength vs Hypertrophy, Great Books, and His 62nd Birthday

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today's special episode, we celebrate Dan John's 62nd birthday, allowing Dan to reflect upon some of the most perennial lessons of life, before tak...

EP 320: Tips & Tricks for the Kettlebell Snatch

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers some practical tips for improving your kettlebell snatch technique.  ... New eBook: Introduction to Kettlebells – Just $1 on Amazon! Rec...

Sunday School: Do We Have a Soul?

25 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers a brief philosophical sketch on the immateriality of the soul, and then highlights some interesting scientific research around near death e...

EP 319: How to Write a Bestselling eBook

24 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat goes behind the scenes in the production and launch of his latest eBook Introduction to Kettlebells, which recently hit #1 across 3 major categori...

Philosophy Friday: What are Human Rights?

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat dives into ethics on this episode, offering a quick philosophical sketch of human rights.  ...  

EP 318: How to Train Creativity

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers insights on how to flex your creative muscle. ... Pat's music on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-819000945 ... New eBook: Introduc...

EP 317: Dan John on Science vs Common Sense, Stress Proofing Performance, and more

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss a wide range of topics, including the intersection between science and common sense, how to intelligently incorporate fatigue into...

EP 316: Do Kettlebells Burn Fat? Make You Bulky?

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat continues answering Google's questions about kettlebells.  ... Grab Pat's new eBook Introduction to Kettlebells for just $1 here:  == https://a...

EP 315: Can Kettlebells Hurt Your Back? Make You Stronger?

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat answers common questions about kettlebells from Google. 

Sunday School: What Is Classical Theism with John DeRosa

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by John DeRosa to discuss classical theism: what it is, and why we should hold to it.  ...

Philosophy Friday: Teach Us the 1st Proof of God by Thomas Aquinas

17 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn is joined again by Fr. Gregory Pine to discuss natural theology and St. Thomas Aquinas, specifically his famous philosophical proofs for the...

EP 314: Dan John on Strategic Overreach, 10,000 Swings, CBD, and more

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss a wide range of topics (as always), including the power of strategic overreach for performance both in, and out, of the weight roo...

EP 313: Learn to Finish Things + Another, Yes Another, Pat Flynn Song

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives updates on future projects, some advice on the creative process, and then... a tune!

Sunday School: I Talk to a Priest About Heaven and Hell

11 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Fr. Gregory Pine to talk human purpose and destiny.  ... About Fr. Gregory Fr. Gregory Pine grew up in Newtown, PA. One of four chil...

Philosophy Friday: The Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism with Dr. Stephen Napier

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn is joined by Dr. Stephen Napier (professor at Villanova University) to discuss a variety of topics, including a particularly interesting (an...

EP 312: Dan John on Building Muscle with Kettlebells

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss hypertrophy options when training with kettlebells, and Dan's new "Post-Deployment" program, which we're currently giving away to ...

EP 311: How to Be More Creative (plus a new Pat Flynn tune)

03 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be more creative? If so, you need to be OK with making a mess. Pat talks about his process for writing, music, and more.  ... The Pat Flynn S...

Philosophy Friday: Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by professor Peter Koch (Villanova University) to give you the philosophy 101 class you WISH you had!  In this episode: - What is philo...

EP 310: Dan John on Overcoming Paralysis By Analysis, Training Military, and How to Live Forever!

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan take listener questions on overcoming the problem of overthinking things, how to train tactical athletes, and what a person should eat and...

EP 309: Building Sustainable Fitness Habits with Steph Gaudreau

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Steph Gaudreau to discuss her new book The Core 4 and how people need to be seen -- and treated -- holistically (nutrition, fitness, ...

Sunday School: Did Thomas Aquinas Really Prove the Existence of God? With Dr. Robert Delfino

28 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn is joined by professional philosopher and professor Dr. Robert Delfino to discuss Thomas Aquinas and his famous "proofs" for the existence o...

EP 308: Dan John on Minimalism, Improving Sleep, and the Snake Diet

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Pat take listener questions on minimalism, improving sleep, getting clear on your goals, the snake diet, fast mimicking diets, sled pushes, an...

Sunday School: How Reason Can Lead to God with Dr. Josh Rasmussen

21 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is it possible -- like really possible -- to know not only that God exists, but something about God through reason alone? Pat is joined by at least on...

EP 307: The Scientific Secrets to "Bigger, Leaner, and Stronger" with Mike Mathews

20 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn is joined by Mike Mathews, CEO of Legion Athletics, to discuss the simple, straightforward, and effective approach to fitness he outlines in...

EP 306: Dan John on Training 2-a-Days, Fluid vs Crystallized Intelligence, Grip Strength, and More

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Pat Flynn Show, Pat and Dan discuss the concept of 2-a-day training (and for more skills than just fitness), and take listener ...

EP 305: What I've Been Up To + A Pat Flynn Song

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives a few updates on current/future projects, upcoming episodes, the 300 swings challenge, and more.  Song at the end is called Something's Mis...

Sunday School: Man's Desire for God

14 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat reads a chapter from the Cathechism on man's desire for God --that is, God as man's final and proper cause -- and offers reflections from a philos...

EP 304: Dan John on Life Balance, Marriage, Pull Ups and Dips, Cannabis, and More

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan are joined by their first guest listener, offering their advice on work-life balance, starting a business, programming for pull ups and di...

EP 303: Sacred Spaces and Why You Need Them

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the power of compartmentalization for productivity and why we all need sacred spaces and sacred times for getting things done. ... How...

Sunday School: Why Go To Church?

07 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Why go to church? Pat gives two reasons. Show notes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3671693/

EP 301: The Key to Elite Performance Is The Key with Dan John

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Pat talk about how to not lose your house key, secrets to elite performance, ways to improve workout recovery, how to add deadlifting to kettl...

EP 300: The NEW 300 Swings Challenge

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 300, Pat talks about the upcoming Spartan 300 Swings Summer Challenge - what it is, what's new, and how to take part!  ... Here's where to...

Sunday School: Are The Gospels Reliable? Are Miracles Possible? With Dr. Tim McGrew

30 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Dr. Timothy McGrew to discuss the reliability of the gospels and whether we can trust what's recorded in them. Also, are miracles pos...

EP 199: A Psychologist on Human Happiness

29 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined once again by Dr. Kevin Vost to discuss human happiness, virtue, excellence, and living the good life.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost...

EP 298: Dan John on Scientism, Studying, Dieting, and Showing Up

28 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan talk about why Aristotle is right when he says: "It is better to know a little about sublime things, than a great deal about petty things....

EP 297: The Information Trap

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the information trap and how we can trick ourselves into being unproductive.   ... For more on the information trap, snag a copy of ...

Sunday School: Healing Anxiety and Understanding the Human Soul, with J.P. Moreland

23 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by professional philosopher J.P. Moreland to discuss anxiety and the human soul. Professor Moreland, who specializes in philosophy of mi...

EP 296: Dan John on running, combining kettlebells and barbells, Stoicism, and more

18 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan field listen questions on everything from running, combining kettlebells and barbells, stoicism, and more.  ... How to Be Better at (Almo...

EP 195: Let's Talk Mental Health

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat discusses a few general approaches for healing anxiety. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pat's boo...

Sunday School: Two Catholic Scientists Debate Intelligent Design

16 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by two Catholic Scientists -- Dr. Michael Behe and Dr. Stacy Trascancos -- to discuss and debate the theory of intelligent design. In th...

EP 194: Dan John on Dealing with Loss

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After a tragic event, Pat and Dan talk about how to deal with loss. Also, listener questions on direct ab training and adjusting programs for mature c...

EP 293: How to Be a More Interesting Person!

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Aleks talk about how to be a more interesting person, and why you should want to. ... Here's a book on becoming a more interesting person! == ...

EP 292: The 90 Minute Fasting Approach (and Other Diet Strategies)

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about 3 specific and simple dietary strategies that tend to produce impressive results for those who use them.  ... The Pat Flynn Show If y...

Sunday School: Things to Come

09 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat announces some upcoming topics and dialogues with respect to Sunday School. ..  

EP 291: Dan John on Building Muscle with Kettlebells, the Value of Video Games, and More

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan give advice on building muscle with kettlebells and whether video gaming can be productively incorporated into a generalist lifestyle.  ....

Sunday School: A Particle Physicist Talks About God

02 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Barr PhD returns to the Pat Flynn show to talk about the intersection of science (particularly physics) and classical theism. In this episode:...

EP 290: On The Mental Side of Losing Weight, with Dan John

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan discuss a number of topics, including the mental side of losing weight, generalism, skill development, and the five types of people they'd...

EP 289: The Magic of 10 Reps Per Day

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the simple and effective approach of "10 reps per day" for gaining strength, and how this principle can be applied to learning skills ...

EP 288: "What Got Me Was Grace." A Conversation with Marianne Kane

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Marianne Kane of MyOMyFitness.com to talk spiritual things, as they discuss how their fitness journeys eventually, and in often pecul...

EP 177: Interval Running for Fast, Fun Fitness Results

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about one of his favorite, on-the-fly conditioning routines: interval running. You should try it!

Sunday School: Cosmological Arguments and God

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers an introduction to the study of natural theology and cosmological arguments for God. Specifically, in this episode, Pat talks about what co...

BONUS: Making Religion Intelligent Again with Leah Moler

26 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Leah Moler, lover of philosophy and theology, and writer at LifeAsLeahKnows, joins Pat to share her conversion story from agnosticism, through evangel...

EP 176: Fitness Standards for Normal People with Dan John

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Pat talk about fitness standards that every "normal" person should be able to achieve. The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it woul...

EP 175: Simple 5-Day Pull Up Plan and Giveaway!

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about a 5 day "improve your pull up" protocol, plus a giveaway to score 6 full weeks of pull up programming called The Simple Pull Up Plan. ...

BONUS: Can Science and Religion Co-Exist? With Dr. Stacy Trasancos

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can Science and Religion Co-Exist? Pat Flynn is joined by Dr. Stacy Trasancos, author of Particles of Faith, to discuss the deep and important harmony...

EP 274: In Defense of the 100 Rep Snatch Test

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn and Aleks Salkin offer a brief defense of the 100 rep snatch test and some practical tips on how to attain it.   Show notes: https://www....

Sunday School: The Three Parts of Morality (Mere Christianity Part 5)

19 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat continues reading and issuing commentary on Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis. ... Part 1 & 2: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/morality-christ...

EP 273: Dan John on Getting Your First Pull Up

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan and Pat talk about how to get your first pull up, easy-healthy recipes, and how to not let "trying" get in the way of success. Also some theology....