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  • The Evolution Of Our Stretching | From Optimal Performance To Injury Avoidance

    The Evolution Of Our Stretching | From Optimal Performance To Injury Avoidance
    Jan 12 2025
    We're revisiting an old topic .... with some updates.

    In Episode #471 of 'Musings' we discuss: a previous episode from mid 2020 (#49) noting the changes in our perspectives, more on static/dynamic stretching, the specialised techniques of PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) & ballistic stretching, why anyone can achieve a reasonable level of flexibility, how we injured ourselves by not following our own advice and how Juan likes to clean and jerk babies.

    Very sad puppy this week, we miss your support :'(

    Timeline:
    (00:00:00) Intro
    (00:00:46) Main Topic: Flexibility and Stretching
    (00:04:51) Reflections on Past Discussions
    (00:08:39) Current Stretching Routines
    (00:19:03) Stretching Techniques: PNF & Ballistic
    (00:29:58) Stretching For Longevity/Injury Prevention
    (00:30:00) Boostagram Lounge
    (00:39:50) Injuries & Stretching Mistakes
    (00:49:10) Who Should Stretch And Why?
    (00:54:01) Conclusion and Final Thoughts



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    56 mins
  • 2025 Calories in one go: A Challenge Worth Trying?

    2025 Calories in one go: A Challenge Worth Trying?
    Jan 9 2025

    This chat’s all about tackling a unique 2025-calorie challenge. I dive into why I gave it a go, how it panned out (spoiler: not as planned), and the lessons I walked away with. It’s a mix of fitness, mindset, and how to frame challenges in life.

    (00:00) - Kicking Off the Challenge
    (00:40) - What is the 2025-Calorie Challenge?
    (01:22) - Why I Decided to Try It
    (02:38) - Planning the Challenge
    (05:19) - Did I Actually Do It?
    (08:30) - Lessons Learned from Failing
    (12:02) - The Power of Focusing on Effort
    (15:07) - Applying Learnings to Future Goals
    (19:40) - Wrapping Up with Final Reflections

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    22 mins
  • Monthly Goals | January 2025

    Monthly Goals | January 2025
    Jan 5 2025

    It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.

    Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from this series, showcasing our own methodology. What do you do differently and why?

    Timeline:
    (00:00:00) Intro
    (00:03:09) Juan's December 2024 Recap
    (00:22:23) Kyrin's December 2024 Recap
    (00:27:11) Support Overview
    (00:29:59) Juan's January 2025 Goals
    (00:30:51) Kyrin's January 2025 Goals
    (00:37:10) Fitness
    (00:43:54) V4V: Time/Talent/Treasure



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    48 mins
  • Mere Mortals Year in Review: 5 Life Lessons from 2024 for Growth in 2025

    Mere Mortals Year in Review: 5 Life Lessons from 2024 for Growth in 2025
    Jan 3 2025

    This episode reflects on my key takeaways from 2024, focusing on discipline, family priorities, balancing multiple roles, mindfulness, and adaptability.

    Timeline:
    (00:00) - Introduction to the Year in Review
    (00:49) - Reflecting on Seasons of Life
    (02:22) - Lesson 1: Discipline in Daily Routines
    (04:26) - Lesson 2: Prioritizing Family
    (07:16) - Balancing Multiple Roles and Eliminating Distractions
    (09:35) - Lesson 3: Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence
    (11:26) - Lesson 4: Adaptability in the Face of Challenges
    (14:22) - Building a Community and Future Goals
    (15:19) - Memorable Quotes and Philosophical Reflections
    (21:56) - Closing Thoughts on Conquering Oneself

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    24 mins
  • Open Source Decentralised AI | Can The Compute Compete?

    Open Source Decentralised AI | Can The Compute Compete?
    Dec 29 2024
    We're spending a lot more time playing around with models.

    In Episode #469 of Musings, Juan and I discuss: why we think Agentic AI will be extremely useful, whether open source models can compete with closed source, why I believe they are necessary for privacy/freedom of expression/anti-advertising reasons, the bitter lesson with regards to compute, why governments will regulate and try to control the industry and similarities to cases with big tech.

    No boostagrams again, very sad puppy :'(

    Timeline:
    (00:00:00) Intro
    (00:04:12) Decentralised Vs Closed Source AI
    (00:14:20) Open Source AI: Current Trends and Challenges
    (00:24:01) The Future of AI: Predictions and Speculations
    (00:31:00) Boostagram Lounge
    (00:32:48) AGI: Company Or Lone Genius?
    (00:39:04) Compute Power: Ethereum Beats Data Centres
    (00:45:03) Government Regulations
    (00:54:01) Conclusion And Future Discussions



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    56 mins
  • Magic Mind Review: Sharper Mind or Just Hype?

    Magic Mind Review: Sharper Mind or Just Hype?
    Dec 22 2024

    In this episode, I review Magic Mind, a nootropic drink designed to enhance mental performance, focus, and reduce stress. Sharing a 15-day personal trial, we explore the product's ingredients, effects, and value while reflecting on its potential to create a "sharper mind" baseline.

    (00:00) - Welcome to the Podcast
    (00:25) - Introducing Magic Mind
    (00:49) - Unbiased Approach to Product Reviews
    (01:37) - Magic Mind: Packaging and First Impressions
    (02:03) - Key Ingredients and Benefits
    (02:48) - Clinically Backed Claims: Fact or Fiction?
    (03:49) - Personal Testing: 15-Day Experience
    (05:05) - Influencer Endorsements and Testimonials
    (05:30) - Understanding Nano-Encapsulation
    (06:17) - Taste, Convenience, and Everyday Use
    (07:02) - Effects on Energy, Focus, and Stress
    (08:18) - Longevity of Benefits and Caffeine Tolerance
    (09:20) - Value vs. Cost: Is It Worth It?
    (10:16) - Final Thoughts and Recommendation
    (11:12) - Where to Find Magic Mind

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    12 mins
  • Video Game Economies | The Digital Marketplace Of The Past & Future

    Video Game Economies | The Digital Marketplace Of The Past & Future
    Dec 22 2024
    Why is a blue party hat worth so much money!?

    In Episode #468 of Mere Mortals 'Musings', Juan and I discuss: how virtual items can gain real-world value, why in-game economies mirror real-world behaviour of scarcity/market manipulation/speculative trading, the reason crypto gaming has largely fallen flat (but might have a future in games like Off The Grid), whether people will watch AI agents gaming in the future and why the crypto casino is already a game in itself.

    Huge thanks to Violet Mouse for the support this week, what a legend!

    Timeline:
    (00:00:00) Intro
    (00:01:29) Runescape's Rare Items
    (00:05:15) Human Behaviour in Virtual Economies
    (00:09:01) The Psychology of In-Game Purchases
    (00:17:00) Crypto Games: Hype vs Reality
    (00:29:29) The Future of Gaming and Crypto Integration
    (00:31:32) Boostagram Lounge
    (00:34:14) Out-of-Game Economies and Real-World Impact
    (00:44:02) Speculation and Game Dynamics
    (00:52:38) AI and the Future of Gaming
    (01:01:41) Crypto's Role in Gaming's Future



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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Deciphering Opinion From Fact | Why New Books Fail The Kyrin Test

    Deciphering Opinion From Fact | Why New Books Fail The Kyrin Test
    Dec 15 2024
    Why is it basically impossible to find any modern books with some sort of 'politics' thrown in?

    In Episode #467 of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: how recent events are often presented with a bias rather than factual accuracy, the reliability of recent publications re-reading old books and get a bit sidetracked in the realm of education (specifically literature in schooling).

    No support this week, very sad puppy :'(

    Timeline:
    (00:00:00) Intro
    (00:01:28) Book Preferences And Trends
    (00:04:46) Opinions in Recent History Books
    (00:12:20) Practical Implications Of Opinions
    (00:15:01) Facts Vs Opinions In Literature
    (00:20:14) Communication Styles
    (00:23:47) Rereading Vs New Books
    (00:25:47) Boostagram Lounge
    (00:31:03) Literature In School Education
    (00:39:05) Future Of Reading And Literacy
    (00:52:07) Homeschooling Side Tangent
    (00:58:01) Complexity Of Historical Facts
    (01:00:22) Summaries



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    1 hr and 4 mins