The Pat Flynn Show

EP 272: NEVER Do The American Kettlebell Swing? Never?!

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Aleks discuss a recent men's health article surrounding the age-old debate of Russian vs American Kettlebell Swing.  Show notes: https://www...

Sunday School: Reasonable Faith, The Kalam Argument, and William Lane Craig

12 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Philosopher and theologian William Lane Craig recently appeared on the Ben Shapiro show to present the case for reasonable Christian belief. Pat offer...

EP 271: Martial Arts, Kettlebells, and Creativity with Master Som

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Som discuss why martial arts is cool, and stuff...

The 2-Minute Minimalist Ab Challenge

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about a tough, but worthy, two minute ab challenge. 2 exercises, 60 seconds each. Think you can do it?  ... Join Pat's email list and get 1...

EP 270: Dan John on Increasing Training Efficiency, Living a Balanced Life, and Sacred Spaces

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Dan talk about the importance of "sacred spaces" for improving productivity, the "prisoner's dilemma" and how imposing artificial restrictions...

EP 269: How to Train Like a Generalist

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives some quick tips on how to approach training like a generalist and why frequency is a key variable in developing a wide array of skills. ... ...

Sunday School: Catholicism vs Protestantism, and Some Thoughts on Jordan Peterson

05 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined on the podcast by his longtime friend Aaron to discuss and (civilly) debate the differences between Catholicism and Protestantism. Pat t...

EP 268: American vs Russian Swing, Strength vs Conditioning, Philosophy vs Faith

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the differences between the Russian and American swing, which he prefers, and why. Then, what role variety plays in training, especial...

Dan John on Optimizing Hormones, Establishing Shark Habits, and Finding True Friendships

01 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan John is back with his weekly appearance on the Pat Flynn show, this time to discuss: How to establish "shark habits" (one bite, and it's done!) f...

I'm Moving to Wisconsin

27 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat shares some details on his move to Wisconsin, along with some spoiler-free thoughts on the movie Endgame.  ...

EP 267: Dan John on Fast Mimicking Diets, Minimalist Training, and Books Everyone Should Read

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dan John returns once again to the Pat Flynn Show (in what might well become a regular, weekly segment) to discuss a wide range of topics. In this epi...

So you F&#*C*IG LOVE SCIENCE, do ya?

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about what science is. Even more so, what science can tell us about the world, and what to make of the philosophy of "Scientism." ... Be sur...

Sunday School: Lord, Liar, or Lunatic? - Mere Christianity Part 4

21 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat continues reading through Mere Christianity and offering his commentary. In this segment, we finally run into C.S. Lewis's famous presentation of ...

EP 265: Direct Arm Training, Best Way to Gain Strength, and What Does Form Matter?

20 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes questions from people on Instagram.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pat's book How to Be ...

EP 264: Why Fasting Is Something EVERYONE Should Do, How to Avoid Pandering, and Some Thoughts on Notre Dame

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about why fasting is worth doing EVEN if you don't want to lose weight, how to talk authentically and avoid pandering, and some thoughts on ...

EP 263: Improving Pull Up Strength, Religion and Mental Health, and Online Marketing Advice

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes listener questions on: - improving pull up strength, - the relationship between religion and mental health (specifically anxiety), - the fou...

EP 262: What Does It Take to Get Six Pack Abs?

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about what it really takes to get six pack abs.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pat's boo...

Sunday School: My Journey to Faith Retold - An Interview on Classical Theism

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat shares his journey to faith on the Classical Theism podcast, and offers advice on dealing with skepticism and finding ways to have productive reli...

EP 261: The Case Against Snacking

13 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat makes the (admittedly contrarian) case against snacking and frequent feeding.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a cop...

EP 260: Dualism vs Christianity, and the Devil - Mere Christianity Part 3

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat continues reading through Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis, and offering commentary on the arguments presented. We're now onto book two, where C.S....

EP 259: Principles Every Person Should Live By

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Som discuss principles for fitness, nutrition, finance, business, spirituality, and more. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure...

EP 258: Fitness Suggestions From a Former Fat Kid

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the most fundamental principles of eating he's learned since overcoming obesity.  ... Show Notes and Related Article https://www.chr...

Sunday School: What Does God Expect Of Us?

07 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are God's expectations too high, too unrealistic? Why does Christianity seem to have so many "rules"? Are we looking at God's commands in the wrong wa...

EP 257: Keto and Fasting, Pressing Heavier Kettlebells, and Muscle vs Fat

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes listener questions on keto and fasting, how to press the next size heavier kettlebell, and myths surrounding muscle and body fat.  ... How ...

EP 256: Part 2 - Morality, Christianity, and C.S. Lewis

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat CONTINUES to read through the first five chapters of Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and offers commentary on his famous development of the mora...

EP 255: Morality, Christianity, and C.S. Lewis - Part 1

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat reads through the first five chapters of Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis and offers commentary on his famous development of the moral argument fo...

I'd like to hear from you

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

email me: PatFlynn(at)ChroniclesOfStrength(dot)com Tell me what topics/guests/questions you'd like featured on the show.   - Pat

BONUS: Michael Behe on Irreducible Complexity and the New Science of DNA

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Dr. Michael Behe to discuss the work he's done as a molecular biologist with respect to the theory of evolution and intelligent desig...

EP 254: Running vs Lifting, How to Build a Bigger Chest, and More

24 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives advice on various Men's Health cover headlines, including: - Running vs lifting: what's better for weight loss? - How to build a bigger ches...

EP 253: Are Religion and Science Compatible?

23 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat (Catholic), Aleks (Jewish), and Som (Hindu) talk about the intersection between faith and science, and how, while there may occasionally appear to...

EP 252: Fitness Myths That Need to Go Away (Part 1)

21 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes a look at responses to his question of "what fitness myths do you wish would just go away?" on a recent Facebook post. In part 1, Pat looks ...

EP 251: How I Run My Business

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about what business ownership is really like (pros and cons) and what exactly he does to pay the bills.  ... Related Blog Post: Why Email M...

Sunday School: "The Great Sin"

17 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat reads a chapter from C.S. Lewis on "The Great Sin" of pride.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (or two!) of Pa...

EP 250: Brad Dieter on Stacking Skills, Simplifying Nutrition, and Learning from Past Mistakes

15 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Dieter's back, and this time to talk about... well, pretty much everything. The conversation drifts from the topics of skill stacking (and why be...

EP 249: Overcoming Anxiety, Christianity vs Buddhism, and How to Lose 5lbs

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes listener questions on anxiety, religion, and weight loss. What a mix! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (o...

EP 249: Overcoming Anxiety, Christianity vs Buddhism, and How to Lose 5lbs

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes listener questions on anxiety, religion, and weight loss. What a mix! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Be sure to snag a copy (o...

EP 248: Quick Tips for Improving Your Military Press

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat offers a few quick tips--and drills--for improving your kettlebell military press.  ... To join Pat's email list, visit http://www.101kettlebellw...

Sunday School: My Religious Before and After

10 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Responding to a listener's question, Pat explains some of the ways his life has changed since becoming religious.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) E...

Philosophy Friday: Moral Relativism vs Moral Absolutism

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat, Som, Aleks, set up for a round table discussion with bioethicist Peter Koch on moral relativism vs moral absolutism. Topics: - Are there objectiv...

EP 247: Why You Should Fast Even If You Don't Want to Lose Weight

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about many of the "other" benefits of fasting, and why a person should consider the practice even if they don't want to lose weight.  ... H...

BONUS: How to Argue Religion and Not Just Fight About It

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat is joined by Matt Nelson, assistant director of the Word on Fire Institute, to talk about the dire need in today's society for religious argument...

EP 246: 1 Supplement That Might Actually Be Worth the Money

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb which has been repeatedly shown to be effective at quelling anxiety, improving a person's response to stress, and h...

EP 245: The "Who" of God, Cosmic Fine Tuning, Exorcisms (and More!) with Fr. Robert Spitzer

03 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fr. Sptizer, Ph.D, is back to talk about the science of cosmic find tuning and transcendent intelligence, the "what" versus the "who" of God, exorcism...

EP 244: Can You Really Be Healthy at Any Size?

01 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat, Aleks, and Som discuss the Healthy at Any Size movement.  ... Studies referenced:  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S073510971...

EP 243: Feeling De-motivated? Try this.

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat gives a tip for those days you feel somewhat low energy and demotivated. 

EP 242: Fitness Standards, Writing Advice, and How to Get Motivated

20 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes listener questions on fitness standard, writing, and motivation. 

EP 241: Is Diet Soda Safe?

19 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about diet soda. Also, why you should be principled, instead of proud.  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pat-flynn-show/id125326145...

Sunday School: Should You Take Pascal's Wager?

17 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks with Dr. Michael Rota, professor of philosophy at the University of St. Thomas, on one of the most controversial but intriguing arguments fo...

EP 240: Why Change Is So Hard, and What You Can Do About It

16 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about some of the hardest changes he's had to experience in life, and offers some ideas on 1) how to know when change is a good thing, and 2...

EP 239: The Army's New Fitness Test. Think You Could Pass?

12 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat dives into the details of the Army's new fitness test. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/army-battles-out-shape-troops-grueling-...

EP 238: Ed Feser on Proofs for the Existence of God

10 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ed Feser is a philosopher, writer, and atheist-turned-Catholic who's published some of the best contemporary academic and popular work on the reasona...

EP 237: Why YOU Should Take the 300 Swings Challenge

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat explains the differences between a "good" and "bad" fitness challenge, and why you should take his upcoming 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge, wheth...

EP 236: It's Back! The 300 Swings Kettlebell Challenge

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat reveals the insider details about the upcoming 2019 version of his infamous 300 Swings Challenge, which is launching NEXT WEEK. Don't miss out! Al...

EP 235: God and Science, Near Death Experiences, and How to Suffer Well

03 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fr. Robert J. Sptizer, Ph.D, joins Pat Flynn to discuss the relationship between faith and reason, and how science, when properly understood, strongly...

EP 234: Finding True Happiness, Learning Cool Skills, and Living the Good Life

30 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan Syatt "takes over" the Pat Flynn show to interview the (now former) host Pat Flynn on some of the themes in his newest book How to Be Better at...

Ep 233: How to Be a Better Writer + My New Book Is Out!

29 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat celebrates the launch of his new book How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything by sharing his very best writing tips.  Be sure to take advantage o...

EP 232: Overcoming Anxiety - How to Stop Worrying and Start Living

27 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat shares his history of anxiety and what he's done to overcome. ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extravaganza! Real Quick: For...

EP 231: 90 Days to Self-Mastery: A Challenge

23 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Because of popular demand, Pat shares some of the details of the 90 day challenge he's currently taking part in.  Here's the blog post for more: htt...

EP 230: Hey! - Wanna Help With My Book Launch? : )

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Exciting News: Pat's book How to Get Better at (Almost) Everything hits the shelves in just over a week. But we could use some help getting the word o...

Sunday School: Why I Became Catholic (In Spite of Hating Religion)

20 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For most of my life I had about as well formed an animus toward religion as could possibly be conceived. Then, one day, people saw that I'd become a C...

EP 229: Business Owners: Stop Chasing "Vanity Metrics". Start Getting Results!

18 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Som talk shop on today's business-focused episode.  The point: Far too many business owners are chasing the wrong metrics (likes, shares, fol...

EP 228: Don't Think, Do! The Importance of Taking Action

15 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat and Aleks talk about how an "ignorant optimism" is one of the best mindsets to have, and why taking action, however imperfectly, is essentially to...

EP 227: Carb Cycling 101

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat discusses the common practice of carb cycling and why you might want to consider it.  ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extra...

EP 226: How to Improve At Anything Quickly!

11 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about a practice method (featured in his upcoming book) sure to skyrocket your progress in anything that interests you.  ... How to Be Bett...

Philosophy Friday: How to Think About God

11 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat explains the tradition of natural theology, then walks through one of the more famous arguments for God's existence: The argument from contingency...

EP 225: How Podcaster Eric Hunley Lost 80lbs Walking + His Tips About Podcasting

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Hunley, host of the podcast Unstructured, joins me to talk, well, podcasting(!), and what he's learned in the process, along with sharing his imp...

EP 224: Training vs Working - Why They Are NOT The Same

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the differences between training and working out, and why everybody needs to get clear on the distinction if they want to start making...

EP 223: What Is Love?

08 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Don't worry, there's no singing in this episode: Only a searching, philosophical examination of love : )  - Pat  How to Be Better at (Almost) Everyt...

EP 222: Why You Should Practice "Movement Snacks"

07 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about using "movement snacks" to make yourself stronger, and teases an upcoming challenge. 

Sunday School: The 5th Commandment - The 10 Commandments In 10 Minutes

06 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat continues on with the 5th commandment: Thou shalt not kill.  ...  

EP 221: The Calories In Vs Calories Out Debate, and Why Quality Food Choices Still Matter

02 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat tries to give a slightly more nuanced perspective on the calories in vs calories out debate, so you can better understand what makes for successfu...

EP 220: A Better Way to Think About NY Resolutions, Why All Success = Managing Compromise, and The Importance of Sacrifice

01 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about a better way too think about New Years resolutions and why all success comes down to managing compromise. Happy New Year, everyone! .....

Why You Should Set Fewer But More Exciting Goals (Plus My Goals for 2019)

30 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about why setting fewer (but more exciting!) goals)can help you to stay focused and motivated, then shares some of his goals and projects fo...

Sunday School: The Fourth Commandment - The 10 Commandments In 10 Minutes

30 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing on with his 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes series, Pat discusses the Fourth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother. The Pat Flynn Sh...

EP 218: How to Be a Better Learner + 1 Person Everybody Should Read

28 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about how to be a better learner, plus one person everybody should read - just like the title says! How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything ...

EP 217: Is There An Ideal Fasting Time?

25 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes a listener question: Is there an ideal fasting window and/or ideal fasting time?  The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it would ...

Bonus: Michael Voris on Hard Religious Truth, Catholicism vs Protestantism, and the Real Meaning of Christmas

25 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Voris is a religious educator, politlcal pundit, and CEO of the website Church Militant. Over the years, Voris has attracted much controversy ...

Merry Christmas!

25 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Just wanted to wish you a very merry Christmas, and a warm, safe holiday season. - Pat

Sunday School: The 3rd Commandment - The 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes

23 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing on with the 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes series, Pat dives into the 3rd Commandment.  The Pat Flynn Show If you enjoyed this episode, it ...

EP 216: How to Think About Death, Is There an Afterlife?, Ethical Decision Making, and more!

23 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat Flynn is joined by bio-ethicist Peter Koch of Villanova University to discuss some of the deepest and most important questions of life, including:...

Biz Owners: Stop Chasing Vanity, Start Chasing RESULTS. Here's What to Focus On.

21 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat, Som, and Aleks talk about how to focus on (and measure) what REALLY matters for business success, and how to get out of the rat-race of chasing "...

EP 215: Should You Drink Your Calories, Protein Source Reccos, and How to Know If Your Exercise Technique Is Good

18 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat does a QnA episode answering listener questions on protein sources for meal replacement shakes, whether or not someone should ever "drink" their c...

Sunday School: The 5 Most Important Questions In Life

16 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the 5 most important questions a person can ask in life, and why everybody should be engaged in trying to answer them. ... How to Be B...

EP 215: One Small Diet Tweak For BIG Gains

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat shares one small diet tweak for big gains. What ever could it be?! ... How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything Pre-Order Extravaganza! Real Quick:...

EP 214: The Basics of Self Defense that Everyone Should Know

12 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Som Sikdar, 6th degree taekwondo black belt, joins us again, only this time to talk about the basics of self-defense that everyone should know: - Awar...

EP 213: How to Use a Strategic Overreach to Break Through Any Plateau

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat briefly describes the idea of a strategic overreach, and why occasionally (and intelligently!) cranking the intensity in your training program can...

Sunday School: The 2nd Commandment - The 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes

09 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Quoting from What We Can't Not Know: "A paraphrase of the Second Commamdment might be "You shall not use empty speech in connection with God." ... To ...

EP 212: Dan John's 10 Commandments of Coaching

07 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dan John returns to The Pat Flynn show to talk us through his 10 Commandments of Coaching, while offering a sneak peek at his upcoming book 40 Years w...

EP 211: How to Improve Your Mind-Body Connection

04 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the importance of the mind-body connection for strength, safety and performance, and how to improve it.  How to Be Better at (Almost)...

Sunday School: The Case for Catholicism with Patrick Madrid

02 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The #1 question I've gotten (by far!) since starting Sunday School is this: Why Catholicism? Well, on today's episode, I finally start to answer that ...

EP 210: 3 Kettlebell Strength Standards Worth Shooting For

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about 3 kettlebell strength standards worth shooting for... just as the title says! What else were you expecting?! How to Be Better at (Almo...

EP 209: Swings or Snatches? Also, What About Creatine?

27 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat takes a few quick listener questions. Discussed: - Swings or snatches: what should a person be doing? - What's the deal with creatine? Is this a s...

Sunday School: The 1st Commandment - The 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes

25 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat covers the 1st Commandment in 10 minutes. In this episode:  - What the 1st Commandment is really saying about what we owe to God. - Why the 1st C...

Sunday School: The 10 Commandments In 10 Minutes - Introduction

25 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat introduces his new series for Sunday School: The 10 Commandments in 10 Minutes. In this episode, Pat gives a brief overview of moral philosophy, n...

EP 208: How to Think Like Aquinas with Dr. Kevin Vost

23 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kevin Vost returns to the Pat Flynn show to examine the thought--and thinking style--of one of the world's greater philosophers: St. Thomas Aquina...

EP 207: The 21 Minute Muscle Building Workout

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the power of using EMOM workouts for maximizing strength and muscle in minimum time.  ... Pre-Order Pat's upcoming book and score hun...

EP 206: How to Be a Minimalist In Everything You Do

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks about the principles of minimalist and how to be efficient at (almost) everything.   ... For more on minimalist, be sure to pre-order Pat'...

Sunday School: Rachel Fulton Brown on Spiritual Discipline, The Art of Prayer, and Her Unexpected Conversion to Catholicism

18 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Rachel Fulton Brown is a professor of medieval European history at the University of Chicago, who specializes in the study of devotion and p...

EP 205: Why Alternate Day Fasting Is a Simple and Powerful Way to Lose Weight

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Pat talks more about the simplicity and power of alternate day fasting, and some of the principles behind his new 5 Day Fat Flush protocol.   To joi...

I Ask An Ethicist a Bunch of Hard Moral Questions [Sunday School EP 25]

11 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Pat Flynn asks a professional bio-ethicist a bunch of hard moral questions, including: - What does it mean to have a "good" life - Ho...