Live Life Aggressively Podcast W/mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan

Jen Feuerstein is the sanctuary director of the Save The Chimps organization. Jen joins us to discuss how the chimps of STC were rescued from a major animal testing facility in New Mexico, the truth behind the use of chimps in the entertainment and advertising industry, why that "sanctuary" you are donating to, may not be a "true" sanctuary, the misconceptions of the subject of chimps sharing 98.6% of human DNA, the connection of PTSD in chimps & military vets, as well as the following:   What exactly is Save The Chimps all about & how did Jen get involved with the organizations Why is having chimps as the central figure in entertainment/acting & even "greeting cards" not a great idea What is the "reasoning" behind using chimps for laboratory research & why this is an outdated excuse What is a typical day at the chimp sanctuary like & why is it a place even a human would love to live Jen explains why the chimp sanctuary is "not" open to the public & why any reputable animal sanctuary

Dr. Mark Gordon returns for part 2 of our discussion of his research and treatment of hormone replacement in victims of traumatic brain injury, as well as addressing the controversial issues of "high" cholesterol,  addressing and treating TBI for members of the military, the NFL, MMA, and other high impact sports, and more. .   Dr. Gordon also shares the following in part 2 of our 2 part discussion:   Dr. Gordon shares why our I.Q. tends to fall when we have a cold How have branches of military, 1st responders, NFL, MMA organizations, responded to Dr. Gordon's work of using hormones optimization to address TBI & PTSD issues Dr. Gordon discuses how it's detrimental to take testosterone replacement only & how its single dosage negatively affects other important hormones Is Dr. Gordon's protocol for treating women different than how men are treated & why Dr. Gordon shares some of the success stories from treating soldiers returning with head trauma with his hormone protocol Why is the subject of "h

Dr. Mark Gordon has researched the risks and benefits of clinical hormonal reconstitution for over 15 years. Treating over 10000 patients, Dr. Gordon is a pioneer in hormone testing and replacement in victims of traumatic brain injury & has now treated scores of brain-injured patients, balancing their deficient hormones and achieving remarkable recovery, even in patients who are years out from their original injury.     Dr. Gordon also shares the following in part 1 of our 2 part discussion:   How did Dr. Gordon make the connection between hormone deficiency and traumatic brain injuries Dr. Mark discusses the difference between PTSD and TBI & why it's imperative to take a truthful look at both, in order to properly diagnose the two Why hormones are not just important in terms of reproduction and why reproduction is not the main function of hormones Why is Dr. Gordon not a fan of topical hormone treatment Why are lower dosages of testosterone more optimal for men ages 30-50 What are the warnings for

David Weck is the innovative mind behind the popular, and often controversial, Bosu Ball. David joins us to dispel the myths associated with the Bosu Ball, how he addresses the Bosu-haters, Matt Furey-styled marketing, life as a soap opera actor, the new and improved next-level Bosu, his upcoming inventions and products,as well as his advice in dealing with people who want to "pick your brain," for free.   David also shares the following:   How did an moment of falling asleep while standing up at the age of five, play a part in the creation of the Bosu ball David shares his journey from football to Wall Street, from roller-blading athlete to soap opera star, to personal training & successful inventor David discusses some of the biggest misunderstandings regarding the Bosu, including a popular study by strength coach Eric Cressey David shares the evolution of the updated version of the Bosu and how it will change the minds of those that disliked the first Bosu How did David respond (& continues to re

Mick Benzo is the co-host of Ice T's Final Level Podcast, as well as the CEO of PayUp Management. The longtime entertainment industry vets joins Mike & Sincere to discuss the following:     Mick shares how he got started in the music business, his family ties to the legendary hip hop pioneers Grandmaster Flash, and how he eventually connected with Ice T How has the scope of marketing changed in the music industry & what can other industries learn from it What is the real story behind Ice T, Warner Brothers, and the "Cop Killer" controversy What is Mick's response to the state of the entertainment industry & what he would like to see from today's artist?  How can parents & adults from one generation utilize the music of today as a common ground to connect with the current younger generation, despite perceived musical preferences Why is it a must to bring back or enhance music programs in schools, and how can it help improve the education and social system in the U.S. Mick shares how he and Ic

Chris Pontius is a core member of the MTV & movie franchise hit, Jackass and, along with Steve-O, co-host of Wildboyz.  On Jackass, Pontius often went by the monikers "Bunny the Lifeguard", "Party Boy", "Chief Roberts", "Roller Bobby", "Pontius the Barbarian", "Mr. America", "Garbage Man", "Dutch Girl", "Satan", and "Bear Johnson (The Alaskan Porn Sensation)."   Chris joins us to discuss how the Jackass francise came together, living out of his car, the ups & downs of the fame that was created via Jackass, classic Steve-O moments, kettlebell training with Mike, as well as the following:     Chris shares how he got connected with the Jackass crew & how he parlayed their antics into a career and a brand Chris explains why so many people wanted to shoot them during many scenes that were filmed for the Jackass francise Is there a difference between real life, off-camera, everyday Chris & his "Party Boy" character Chris explains what his financial life was like, before Jackass What was/is Chris'

Jase Nibourg is a strength & conditioning coach based in Red Deer, Alberta Canada. However, prior to becoming a strength & conditioning coach on the rise, Jase had to overcome some serious personal demons and life struggles before deciding to live life on his own terms.    His journey would take him from working in the not-so-healthy & highly controversial Oil Fracking business, trying to maintain a family life, constant financial issues, to eventually realizing his dreams of being an entrepreneur and utilizing his position to help others. Listen in as Jase discusses the following:     Jase shares how he went from "fracking" to fitness & how the LLA podcast helped to inspire him to take charge of his life What are the downfalls of the "21 day to create a new habit" theory What you can learn from the focus of a Facebook stalker in order to make serious changes in your fitness program or your business How did Jase & his fiancée put a plan in motion that eventually helped him start his entr

Having a career as a school teacher and being an avid fitness and martial arts fanatic was simply not enough for Shaun McMaster. The U.K. born/Spain-based McMaster saw a major issue with the homeless dog population in Spain, and instead of complaining about it, he and his wife decided to do something about it. Listen in to this week's episode and learn how Shaun connected affordable vacationing opportunities in Spain with saving the lives of Spain's growing homeless dog population, as well as the following:     How does Shaun combine yoga, martial arts, & kettlebells in his training program & why How did a school teacher from England end up rescuing dogs in Spain full time & why you should plan on traveling to Spain for your next vacation The guys discuss the impact of DDP yoga, Steve Maxwell's advice about crawling, & utilizing Bikram yoga to rehab injuries How did Shaun come up with the idea for exchanging free housing for vacationers for animal resuce volunteering Why is Shaun not interes

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist and theco-founder/director of research for the Flow Genome Project. He is one of the world’s leading experts on ultimate human performance.    His latest work, "The Rise of Superman," was one of the most talked about books in 2014 and the first book in history to chart simultaneously in four different categories on national bestseller lists (sports, science, psychology and business).    In it, Steven decodes the science of flow, an optimal state of peak performance where the impossible becomes possible—with critical implications in business, education, technology, and society as a whole.   Steven joins Mike & Sincere to discuss flow, dog rescue, the relationship between chocolate & marijuana, the future of laboratory produced meat, as well as the following:     How did contracting lyme disease play a major role in Steven's deep research and interest in flow states  What exactly is "Flow" & what role does it play i

Melya Kaplan (http://www.vftafoundation.org) founded Voice For The Animals in 1999. Melya was inspired to start Voice For The Animals after seeing many homeless cats and dogs wandering the streets of Venice when she first moved to the community. She quickly realized there was a dire need for a new type of animal protection organization. Melya returns to the LLA podcast to share the latest happenings at VFTA, why real estate and pet rescue are a match made in heaven, as well as the following:     What did a guy looking to move in a new apartment do that totally pis-ed Mike off What is the biggest issue in terms of pet-friendly housing & why is it a bonus in the real estate market Why the stigma about tenants who have pets ruining rentals is a myth Why spaying and neutering pets actually extends the life of your pet How much of a role do puppy mills play into the overcrowding of shelters and increased animal population  Why you may have the legal right to smash someone's car window & if so, why you s

Christopher Lendrum is U.K.based professional physiotherapist whose mission is to educate those who have injuries and give them specific exercises to rehabilitate themselves post injury. Chris also aims to educate health professionals by giving them the necessary information about assessment and treatment techniques based on the best evidence-based information that is currently out there in the physiotherapy community. During this episode, Chris joins us to discuss the ever-popular topic of training with injuries, as well as how to avoid or rehab from them. We also discuss the following:   What are some of the biggest issues stemming from excessive bench pressing When are pull ups not a viable pulling movement Are there any benefits from performing dumb bell or kettlebell renegade rows? Why or why not? What's Chris's take of the controversial "leaning back" technique during overhead presses What type of training is suggested while your rehabbing from an injury, especially back pain Why an 8 month old baby i

Freddy Cricien is the lead singer of the legendary New York hardcore group, Madball. Freddy, the half-brother of legendary hardcore band. Agnostic Front's lead vocalist Roger Miret, is also 1/2 of the hip hop duo, Freddy Madball & DJ Stress. Freddy joins us to discuss fronting a hardcore band at the age of 12, dealing with the "extra-curricular" activities of the music scene at an early age, his training regimen, balancing fatherhood while successfully running his business, as well as the following:   How did a 12 year old kid become a major part of the early New York hardcore music scene Freddy shares how Madball moved past the shadow of Agnostic Front and defining their own presence in hardcore music How did hip hop play a part in Madball's sound, as well as Freddy's side project & how did Madball fans receive it Freddy discusses the current state of the hardcore scene in the US vs. the rest of the world How has Freddy been able to utilize technology and the internet to help give his career longev

What's the best...scratch that...what's the "smarted" way to train, if you're 50 or older, train clients who at 50+, or train yourself and/or clients approaching 50? Top strength coach Vince McConnell returns to the LLA podcast to share how he helps his clients in this age range, as well as how he trains himself for strength and longevity, as well a the following:   Why is 50 the new 30 & why does Vince hate the term "wellness" How did Vince convince his 87 year old client to actually love weight training Why should older trainees train "everyday," contrary to popular belief that older populations should train less How do you train on days that you don't feel your best Why "Great Expectations" is a better novel than a training mantra What did Vince learn from Clarence Bass in terms of "uniformed eating" What's an example of Vince's weekly training routine How do you know when it's time to change your training program  What type of exercise does Vince feel is the most important for the trainee over 50 Wh

Mike & Sincere celebrate a major milestone, as the Live Life Aggressively podcast reaches episode 100. During this episode, both discuss the future of the show, as well as the following:   Mike & Sincere reflect on past episodes that helped them arrive to episode 100 How do you prepare for longevity in business when fueled by passion What's next for the LLA podcast, now that they've arrived to 100 episodes How your passion & consistent action creates an image of effortless ease to those on the outside looking in What ticks Sincere off the most in terms of certain podcasts Just how good are your ideas when you smoke marijuana What did Mike Catherwood of "Loveline w/ Mike & Dr. Drew" have to say about the LLA podcast Why we shouldn't care who's the first openly gay NBA or NFL athlete  How much of your daily actions revolve around fear & what you can do about it What is the appeal of Google+, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram to Mike & Sincere & why you may want to choose them as

Claudia Altucher is a Wall Street Journal, Amazon, & USA Today best-selling co-author of "The Power of No," which she co-wrote with her husband, James Altucher. The avid yoga lover & teacher is also a speaker and has penned her own book, "21 Things To Know Before Starting An Ashtanga Pracice." During this episode, Claudia joins us to talk about the importance & health benefits of learning how to say "No," how to avoid psycho potential boyfriends and girlfriends, the benefits of creating a Jdate.com account, even if you're not Jewish, as well as the following:     What did a prescription from Ice T's psychiatrist have to do with the "Power of No?" Claudia explains why you should practice the art of saying "No" everyday Mike shares his favorite episode of "Sex & The City" How is television a breeding ground for learning how to say "No" What are the benefits of Sincere's "bathroom meditation" & why Claudia is not a fan of the word "meditation" How do you respond to someone who does not supp

Dr. William Wong, a very popular & highly downloaded previous LLA podcast guest, returns to help clarify the health benefits of the world's most favorite drink....coffee. Dr. Wong helps us sift through all of the coffee myths, the medical industry's anti-coffee propaganda, as well answer your frequently asked questions regarding the best time of day to drink and not to drink coffee, and if coffee is bad for kids. We discuss these topics, as well as the following:     What are the benefits of coffee, according to a long time research based in Hawaii What are the real effects of drinking coffee at night  Why is there alcohol in some of your supplements & why mixing alcohol & supplements may be a good idea Kids, coffee, soda, caffeine, & the truth Are there really any benefits of drinking coffee for sports performance What is coffee cycling the truth about hops and estrogen: Why beer drinkers should pay attention and is wine is more estrogenic than beer Circadian rhythms and why so many self-p

Jon Lipsey & Joe Warner (http://ironlifemag.com) left a couple of cush gigs at Men's FItness Magazine UK, at the height of taking the magazine to it's best publication years in history, only to start from square one with their own "digital-only" fitness publication.    What would prompt these guys to make such a ballsy move, with no guarantees in an industry over-saturated with many well-known fitness magazines in print version, in order to make a name for themselves in a still relatively new world of digital-only magazine publications?    Both Jon & Joe share how they plan to give the finger to the old way of publishing successful fitness magazines, and help pioneer the movement to take the fitness publishing industry forward and make their platform more accessible to the most popular technological mediums utilized today.    Be sure to download and listen in, as we discuss these topics, as well as the following:    Why did Jon & Joe leave Men's Fitness UK & did it have anything to do with

Tom Furman (http://tomfurman.com) has been involved in martial arts and conditioning since 1972. With an early background in wrestling and a student of the methods of the York Barbell Club, Tom immediately separated fact from fiction growing up outside Pittsburgh. Eleven members of his family were combat veterans, the most famous one being “Uncle Charlie” (Charles Bronson)   His down to earth training methods are derived from his decades long practice of martial arts and his study of exercise science. The application of force, improvement of movement and durability rank high on his list of priorities when training. Tom is the creator of the popular DVD “Concrete Conflict & Conditioning” which integrates strength, movement, and physical combat. He also created another DVD called “Activate Your Dynamic Range of Motion” which introduces Tom’s excellent program of flexibility.   Tom joins us on this episode to discuss the following:   What is Tom's assessment of the need for more focus on mobility for the

Rannoch Donald is a movement maverick, inspirational trainer, coach and founder of the ground breaking 100 Rep Challenge (as featured in Men’s Health), Rannoch has a lifelong interest in health and well being through movement, mindfulness and the martial arts. Rannoch’s focus is on teaching skills,  sharing the kind of practical knowledge and wisdom that participants can use in their daily lives. From breath work, to mobility, body weight training and moving mindfully nature Rannoch will show you how to get back into your element. Rannoch lives by the training philosophy: "Move The Body, Still The Mind."   We discuss Rannoch's training philosoph, as well as get into more controversial topics such as the following:   Are most of today's men more attracted to masculine women? Are American men in a position where they should focus more on fighting for men's rights Is there really a war against young men What happens when women follow the advice, "think like a man & act a lady?" Who is Jack Donovan & wh

John Joseph (http://purepma.com) is a punk rock singer from New York City, most famous for his work with the Cro-Mags in the 1980s and the band Bloodclot. Joseph is the author of the book "Meat is for Pussies," released in the Spring of 2010 on vegan nutrition, training, and the healthy lifestyle. John grew up as an orphan on the streets of New York and was plagued with a life of drugs and violence. John credits his plant-based lifestyle, which he adopted in 1980, in helping him turn his life around.   Never one to pull any punches, John joins us to discuss:     Mike discusses how the Cro-Mags influenced his diet, his teen years, as well as his career in fitness John shares how Bad Brains played an important role in his career How does John utilize his life as a musician to help enhance and improve the lives of others John explains why "Meat Is For Pussies!" How did John's nutritional lifestyle influence Texas gang members to thrive on a plant-based lifestyle How are fem-nazis trying to take over the animal