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Modern WisdomMay 9, 2020

#168 - Zack Telander - Stereotypes In Fitness & On The Internet

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Notable books mentioned: Mastery by Robert Greene, 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene, Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday, Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron

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The host mentions Robert Greene's book 'Mastery' in the context of discussing the journey of becoming a successful coach. They highlight how assist…

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48 Laws of Power
Robert Greene

The host mentions '48 Laws of Power' in the context of discussing Ryan Holiday's early career and his experience assisting Robert Greene. This refe…

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Stillness is the Key
Ryan Holiday

The host mentions 'Stillness is the Key' to highlight the psychological toll that high expectations can have on elite performers like Tiger Woods.…

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#168 - Zack Telander - Stereotypes In Fitness & On The Internet mentions Mastery by Robert Greene, 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene, Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday, and Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Zack Telander is a weightlifter, coach & YouTuber. I'm joined by Coach ZT himself today for a chilled out discussion where we hit all the big topics, including... Why are people on the internet such dicks? Why do the goths from school become powerlifters? What is the background to Zack's YouTube journey? How is Corona affecting the world of fitness? Why do girls wear shorts for CrossFit which their mum wouldn't let them out of the house in? And much more...
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  • The conversation centers on coaching and performance.
  • A second recurring theme is accountability in society.
  • Referenced books include Mastery by Robert Greene and 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene.
  • The strongest audience signal points to Aspiring coaches and individuals interested in personal development and Aspiring coaches and writers.

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Aspiring coaches and individuals interested in personal developmentAspiring coaches and writersIndividuals interested in the psychology of high achieversIndividuals interested in high performance and mental resilienceIndividuals seeking personal growth and accountability

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Mastery cover
Mastery
Robert Greene
Best for Aspiring coaches and individuals interested in personal developmentOften cited around coaching and performance

Ryan Holiday started his writing career by assisting Robert Greene, who is known for writing huge books like 'Mastery' and '48 Laws of Power'.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Aspiring coaches and individuals interested in personal development
Key quote: So he went and assisted Robert Green five times, New York times, best-selling author, mastery, 48 laws of power, all that stuff.
The host mentions Robert Greene's book 'Mastery' in the context of discussing the journey of becoming a successful coach. They highlight how assisting Greene provided valuable experience that parallels the rigorous path of developing expertise in coaching.
ASIN: B00A6G9CGG
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48 Laws of Power
Robert Greene
Best for Aspiring coaches and writersOften cited around coaching and performance

Ryan Holiday started his writing career by assisting Robert Greene, who is known for writing huge books like 'Mastery' and '48 Laws of Power'.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Aspiring coaches and writers
Key quote: So he went and assisted Robert Green five times, New York times, best-selling author, mastery, 48 laws of power, all that stuff.
The host mentions '48 Laws of Power' in the context of discussing Ryan Holiday's early career and his experience assisting Robert Greene. This reference highlights the importance of learning from established figures in one's field to gain valuable insights and experience.
ASIN: B00X0TKUS0
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Stillness is the Key cover
Best for Individuals interested in the psychology of high achieversOften cited around high expectations and standards

The excerpt discusses insights from 'Stillness is the Key' by Ryan Holiday, particularly about Tiger Woods and his childhood experiences.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in the psychology of high achievers
Key quote: If you find out about Tiger, especially if you read, um, uh, stillness is the key by Ryan holiday.
The host mentions 'Stillness is the Key' to highlight the psychological toll that high expectations can have on elite performers like Tiger Woods. The book provides insights into Woods' challenging upbringing and the sacrifices he made for success, illustrating the darker side of high achievement.
ASIN: B07QR7LMXR
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Chasing Excellence
Ben Bergeron
Best for Individuals interested in high performance and mental resilienceOften cited around high performance expectations

The mention of 'Chasing Excellence' by Ben Bergeron includes a story about Matt Fraser's dedication to his studies.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in high performance and mental resilience
Key quote: I remember in Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron, there's this story about Matt Fraser.
The host discusses the intense pressure and expectations placed on elite athletes like Matt Fraser, highlighting the psychological toll that comes with striving for excellence. They reference 'Chasing Excellence' to illustrate the extreme dedication and sacrifices made by high performers in pursuit of their goals.
ASIN: B08PZBJF36
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Best for Individuals seeking personal growth and accountabilityOften cited around accountability in society

The speaker references a blog post by David Wong that discusses harsh truths about personal development, emphasizing that you are defined by what you produce.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals seeking personal growth and accountability
Key quote: essentially one of them the main one is that you are what you produce nothing else
The host references David Wong's blog post to emphasize the importance of personal accountability and the impact of one's words on society. The book's main idea that 'you are what you produce' serves as a critique of those who complain without taking action to improve their circumstances.

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Joker

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The speaker reflects on the moral complexities presented in the movie 'Joker', discussing whether the audience is on Arthur Fleck's side or not.

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Avicii

Confidence: 80%

The speaker mentions a documentary on Avicii, discussing his desire for deep conversations and the pressures of fame.