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    E148 - Why Every Man In His 20 & 30s Needs Christianity (But Won’t Admit It)

    20/07/2026 | 1 h 42 min
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    From street chaos to Orthodox priesthood: the journey nobody expected.

    Father Moses came from the streets expecting prison or death, found something unexpected in his lowest moment, and now teaches people how to build spiritual lives that actually work.

    He breaks down why most people approach faith completely wrong and what actually changes lives.

    For the sceptics and the seekers both.

    00:00 Introduction
    07:06 Decision to embrace faith after life-altering experiences
    17:20 Exploring the concept of receiving Christ's presence
    23:34 Reflections on goodness and the objective standard in life
    29:24 Rise in religious interest among young men
    35:11 Father Moses discusses the challenges of being a good Christian
    41:06 Daily habits and routines of an Orthodox Christian
    49:49 Responsibility of Christians when achieving financial success
    54:36 The fleeting satisfaction of wealth and materialism
    59:21 Encountering Christ after death and the choice of Heaven or Hell
    01:09:46 Starting a journey into Orthodox Christianity
    01:21:07 Implications of shifting societal norms on family and religion
    01:27:44 Importance of selecting the right spouse based on faith
    01:34:11 Challenges and responsibilities of raising children in faith
    01:39:58 Final thoughts on embracing Orthodox Christianity

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    E147 - He Sold His Protein Bar Company For $600M: Peter Rahal on RXBAR, David, & Going Viral

    29/06/2026 | 1 h 30 min
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    How Peter Rahal dominated the protein bar market twice by finding gaps everyone else missed.

    Peter started RxBar in 2010 when CrossFit was exploding, and the market had zero clean protein options. He made them in his apartment with a KitchenAid mixer and five ingredients, then scaled to 10,000 bars per day.

    The biggest mistake most entrepreneurs make: they don't understand their market deeply enough before scaling, and the technical details (water activity, shelf life, microbiology) destroy you if you wing it. The formula that works: superior macros, good taste, clean ingredients, fair price. And America is easier to dominate than Europe because there's no tall poppy syndrome, everyone just wants you to win.

    00:00 Introduction
    02:01 Mike introduces Peter and the RX Bar success
    06:12 Transition from kitchen to commercial production
    11:21 Overcoming scaling challenges and shelf-life issues
    14:28 First breakthrough with Wegmans retail partnership
    20:08 Road to a $600M exit and maintaining integrity
    25:20 Post-exit identity crisis and brief hedonism
    30:36 The itch to build again and non-compete limitations
    33:35 Returning to protein bars with a unique approach
    37:12 The rise of protein products in everyday foods
    45:17 Launching David bars with innovative ingredients
    54:15 Incorporating AI and fostering a productive team
    1:02:10 Future goals and diversification with new brands

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    E146 - "Every Relationship ENDS!": The #1 Divorce Lawyer on Love, Marriage & Money | James Sexton

    22/06/2026 | 1 h 29 min
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    James Sexton, a divorce lawyer, on why fear is good, why marriage needs a plan, and why heartbreak matters.

    As someone who sees relationships fail every day, James explains that scepticism about marriage is actually healthy, real bravery requires fear. Most people don't realise marriage is the most legally significant thing you'll do and enter it with zero plan, yet they plan everything in fitness. Passion and chemistry don't equal partnership compatibility, and complacency kills relationships when partners stop trying after "locking someone in." Relationships need intentionality, maintenance, and honest feedback like any other area of life.

    The hardest part isn't falling in love, it's believing you're worthy of it. Heartbreak is painful but beautiful because grief proves you had something worth losing, and those experiences create the depth most people never experience.

    00:00 Introduction
    06:21 Past Relationships and Compatibility
    10:19 Relationships as Career vs Side Hustle
    14:55 Designing a Perfect Life Without Marriage
    18:40 Complacency and Maintenance in Marriage
    27:10 Honesty and Difficult Conversations in Relationships
    30:21 Teaching Relationship Skills and Managing Disconnection
    35:12 Comparison Between Fitness and Relationships
    40:42 Age and Experience in Love and Marriage
    45:48 Intentionality in Relationships and Maintaining Love
    50:01 Appreciating and Valuing Relationships
    55:14 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Love
    1:02:59 The Importance of Having Children
    1:05:47 Financial Stability and Motivation with Children
    1:11:22 Fame, Wealth, and Relationship Challenges
    1:18:10 Performance Art in Relationships and Social Media
    1:25:33 Belief in Love and Life's Fundamental Questions

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    E145 - To Become a Man, You Must Kill The Boy Before It's Too Late | Cole Hastings

    15/06/2026 | 1 h 36 min
    Reconsidered formatting preferences and removed visual separators
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    » Echoes Across Infinity: https://geni.us/echoesacrossinfinity

    Cole Hastings is worried about how modern entertainment is destroying people's ability to think and relate to each other. Content creators need to protect their reputation because once it's damaged, it never comes back, and platforming the wrong person can ruin you years later.

    Most dating coaches online are just projecting their own failures onto young people who trust them completely. People are lonelier because nobody organises hangouts anymore, so find communities around shared interests, meet people in person, and stop listening to dating advice from people who've never actually had a real relationship.

    00:00 Introduction
    02:01 Concerns about declining literacy
    08:31 Entrepreneurship and concerning cultural values
    13:10 Impact of controversial collaborations
    19:30 Navigating loneliness and personal reflection
    24:54 Impact of social media on personal interactions
    29:43 The importance of male friendships
    37:31 Challenges of maintaining friendships in adulthood
    42:51 Meeting new people and improving social circles
    49:07 Issues with relationship advice online
    57:52 The pitfalls of excessive focus on appearance
    1:04:56 Experience with veganism and dietary challenges
    1:09:07 Diverse perspectives on health and wellness
    1:18:08 Exploring shadow work and self-reflection
    1:27:44 Addressing the stigma of therapy

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    E144 - Everything You Were Told About Approaching Women Is Wrong (Full Attraction Guide)

    08/06/2026 | 1 h 42 min
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    Tristan Yoder teaches cold approach, talking to women in daylight without tactics or games, just genuine conversation and masculine confidence. The old pickup artistry lines got overused, and women started calling them out, so now direct interest works better than playing it cool.

    He breaks down the biggest mistakes: men think they need to be jacked, rich, or have game, when really you just need to not be scared to say hi and genuinely make her feel special instead of generic. Most Americans stay broken at dating because materialism and a limited worldview convince them they need external validation before they deserve women, just go say hi to her.

    00:00 Introduction
    02:01 Intro to dating and relationship dynamics
    07:13 Understanding what women find attractive today
    14:18 Importance of personal appearance and confidence
    19:16 The impact of societal influences and negative content
    28:36 Overcoming approach anxiety and building confidence
    35:37 The significance of an abundance mindset in dating
    43:58 The importance of travel and diverse dating experiences
    54:11 The impact of societal expectations on relationships
    1:00:20 Navigating honesty and responsibility in dating
    1:06:24 Evaluating the role of female dating coaches
    1:12:41 Balancing in-person and online dating strategies
    1:19:01 Future personal growth and relationship perspectives
    1:25:08 The effects of technology and AI on future dating
    1:33:28 Reflections on relationship expectations and fulfilment

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‘First Things THRST’ is a weekly masterclass that explores the secrets and experiences of entrepreneurs and content creators from across the globe. Each episode is unfiltered and guided by the premise of leaving no stone unturned, which is accountable for the deep discussions into the backgrounds, hardships and confessions of my guests. My goal is simple, to share insights and fresh perspectives on topics like entrepreneurship, success and fitness. Join me on this exciting adventure, and I'm hoping you gain as much from these discussions as I do.
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