Best Chris Beardsley Podcasts (2025)

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029 Elevated MPS ≠ muscle growth 1:18:44

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14h ago1:18:44

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In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris revisit the Silver Era through one of the most iconic Silver Era bodybuilders, John Grimek, and his bulking plan. They then discuss what muscle protein synthesis (MPS) and muscle protein breakdown (MPB) really mean, dismantling the idea that “elevated MPS = muscle growth”. Key topics inc…

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T1C 09 | The 1% Closer with Devan Kline 3:10

3d ago3:10

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In this episode, Devin explains that what separates him in the top 1 percent is his patience and long-term thinking in a world obsessed with instant gratification. He created a clear vision early on for what his business would look like once fully built, including a target of 10,000 locations by age 57. Devin stresses that real success cannot be co…

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TME 26 | Million Dollar Reps: How Focused Consistency Builds Empires With Devan Kline 38:26

5d ago38:26

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Devan Kline, founder and CEO of Burn Boot Camp, to unpack his journey from professional baseball to leading one of the fastest-growing fitness franchises in America. Devan shares how he transformed adversity into motivation, how faith and vision guide his leadership, and why building peo…

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MDM 10 | Million Dollar Monday With Rob Beardsley 2:11

7d ago2:11

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In this episode, Rob explains that he made his first million through Lone Star Capital’s core business model of buying, managing, and selling apartment communities. Acquisition fees provided upfront income, while successful exits produced carried interest once investors received their preferred return. Rob says his last million came the same way, s…

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028 How does dieting affect hypertrophy? 1:27:43

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In this episode of Hypertrophy Past & Present, Jake and Chris go back to 1945 and break down Clancy Ross’ pre-contest “definition” routine to show how Silver Era lifters tried to get lean using their gym programming. From there they pivot into dieting and how caloric restriction, stress, glycogen, and glucocorticoids actually affect muscle protein …

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T1C 08 | The 1% Closer With Rob Beardsley 1:59

10d ago1:59

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In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to …

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TME 25 | The Hot Money Trap: How Unrealistic Returns Are Killing Syndicators With Rob Beardsley 32:24

12d ago32:24

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In this episode, Rob Beardsley, CEO and founder of Lone Star Capital, joins Seth Bradley to unpack how he built a billion-dollar multifamily portfolio through disciplined operations, conservative projections, and long-term relationships. Rob explains the real challenges of property management, raising capital in today’s market, and why sticking to …

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MDM 09 | Million Dollar Monday With Chris Salerno 1:12

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In this episode, Chris Salerno shares his journey of making, growing, and planning his millions, all rooted in real estate. Chris explains how his first and last million came from different stages of real estate investing, including brokerage, fix-and-flip, and multifamily projects, and reveals his vision of expanding into business ventures and pri…

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027 Are 4 reps optimal?! New study: stimulating reps vs volume load 1:12:37

15d ago1:12:37

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past & Present, Jake and Chris use a 1967 Bill Pearl program to jump from the silver era into the early steroid era, showing how training volume exploded once anabolics entered the picture. They contrast Bill Pearl’s high-volume, six-day split and contrast it with his earlier natural-era programming, before diving in…

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T1C 07 | The 1% Closer With Chris Salerno 2:01

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In this episode, Chris Salerno discusses the sacrifices and mindset required to reach the top 1%. He explains that success demands delayed gratification, disciplined priorities, and the willingness to forgo comfort and leisure in pursuit of long-term goals. Chris shares how he lived modestly in his twenties, reinvesting every dollar into marketing …

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TME 24 | Private Deals Go Mainstream: Country Clubs to Charles Schwab With Chris Salerno 35:24

19d ago35:24

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Chris Salerno, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of QC Capital, to uncover how Chris built a multimillion-dollar real estate investment business from the ground up. Chris shares his journey from being a top-performing realtor to leading large-scale multifamily acquisitions,…

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MDM 08 | Million Dollar Monday with Jon Jasniak 1:56

21d ago1:56

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In this episode, Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss Jon Jasniak’s ownership of his town, a 28-acre property that includes a motel, cafe, gift shop, and more. Jon Jasniak describes himself as the town’s "King" or mayor, managing it with about 10 employees. He leverages this unique asset for events, networking, and expanding his personal brand, oft…

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026 How does insufficient sleep affect hypertrophy / atrophy? 1:19:57

22d ago1:19:57

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past & Present, Jake and Chris dive into a Bill Pearl full-body routine, using it as a bridge between the pre-steroid silver era and the early anabolic era. From there, they shift into part two of their sleep series, unpacking how sleep loss influences muscle atrophy and recovery in natural lifters. Key topics includ…

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TME 23 | Land is the New Multifamily: The Tax Problem You Wish You Had with Jon Jasniak 31:04

26d ago31:04

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Jon Jasniak, land investor, entrepreneur, and owner of an entire town in Texas. Jon Jasniak shares his journey from buying his first few acres of land to building a multi-million-dollar portfolio through subdivision and creative financing. Seth Bradley and Jon Jasniak discuss how Jon Jas…

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MDM 07 | Million Dollar Monday with Gene Trowbridge 1:30

28d ago1:30

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, an experienced real estate syndicator, attorney, and investor, who shares how he built his wealth across different stages of his career. Gene Trowbridge explains that his first million came from syndicating real estate deals, raising capital for projects that enriched both investors and …

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025 How does insufficient sleep affect training? 55:51

29d ago55:51

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past & Present, Jake and Chris break down Bob Hoffman’s basic athletic program through a modern physiology lens and unpack how insufficient sleep impacts training performance. Key topics include: Bob Hoffman’s silver era full-body athlete hypertrophy program Sleep deprivation vs restriction vs cumulative sleep debt H…

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TME 22 | What the SEC Thinks About Your Capital Raising with Gene Trowbridge 49:16

1M ago49:16

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Gene Trowbridge, who began his career in corporate tech after earning an Electrical Engineering degree and MBA, later transitioning into real estate and oil & gas investing. Today, Gene Trowbridge focuses on pre-drilled oil & gas wells that offer higher cash flow and strong tax advantages. Seth Bradley a…

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MDM 06 | Million Dollar Monday with Michael Flight 5:38

1M ago5:38

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, a seasoned real estate investor and developer, who shares how he made, lost, and plans to make his next million. Michael Flight explains that his story begins with a value-add shopping center project early in his career, a challenging deal with vacant anchor tenants and environmental issu…

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024 Training, hypertrophy, and recovery for older people 1:04:26

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past & Present, Jake and Chris discuss Silver-Era author Peary Rader’s “training as you get older” guidelines and dive into how to construct a modern, physiology-led template for older lifters. Key topics include: Why recovery, not “low stimulus sensitivity” likely limits muscle growth in older lifters Intra-session …

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T1C 06 | The 1% Closer with Jon Jasniak 2:31

1M ago2:31

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with John Jasniak, described as a top 1% performer in his field, who shares insights into what separates him from others in the real estate and land development industry. John Jasniak explains that his defining trait is an extreme attention to detail, which he believes is critical for success. Unlike many dev…

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TME 21 | Bricks to Blockchain: The New Era of Tokenized Real Estate with Michael Flight 39:37

1M ago39:37

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Michael Flight, who shares his personal and professional journey, touching on the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Michael Flight discusses how he originally wanted to become a Lutheran pastor but pivoted into business, using his “laziness” as a self-proclaimed superpower. Seth Bradley and Michael F…

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023 Fatigue accumulation and what to do about it. 1:06:03

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris unpack a Silver-Era routine passed from 1950 Mr America John Farbotnik to Gene Mozee at a time where high volume plans were taking over bodybuilding. From there they go deep into accumulating fatigue, how excitation–contraction coupling failure, muscle damage, and supraspinal CNS fati…

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T1C 05 | The 1% Closer with Michael Flight 7:55

1M ago7:55

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In this episode, Seth Bradley and Michael Flight discuss how his success in commercial real estate stems from decades of consistent “reps,” experience gained through countless deals, leases, and relationships since 1986. Michael Flight explains that this repetition allows him to instantly evaluate properties and markets with precision. His diverse …

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TME 20 | Private Markets, Public Access: The Platform That’s Changing Everything with Travis Smith 41:53

2M ago41:53

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In this episode, Seth Bradley interviews Travis Smith, CEO of Tribevest, on the pivot to a compliance-first, turnkey infrastructure for capital aggregation in private deals. Seth Bradley and Travis Smith discuss how their partnership formed after a BVI event, why Tribevest allows independent capital aggregators to scale without building a back offi…

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MDM 05 | Million Dollar Monday with Reed Goossens 2:18

2M ago2:18

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with Reed Goossens, who shares how he earned his first and most recent million, from humble beginnings to strategic diversification. Reed Goossens explains that his first million came through hard work in multifamily syndication and private equity, while his latest focus is building long-term value through a …

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022 How intra-workout carbohydrates reduce supraspinal CNS fatigue 58:14

2M ago58:14

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris unpack Steve Reeves’ 1947 pre-competition full-body routine, then dive into why the Silver-Era were such advocates of orange juice + honey during training. We assess the building research on carbohydrate mouth-rinsing, what this tells us about supraspinal CNS fatigue, and how the perf…

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T1C 05 | The 1% Closer with Reed Goossens 2:16

2M ago2:16

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In this episode, Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss how grit, consistency, and continuous learning are the keys to long-term success. Reed Goossens attributes his achievements to showing up daily, evolving constantly, and embracing discomfort. He shares that the biggest risk he ever took was moving to the United States with no set plan, a move …

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TME 19 | The Interest Rate Shock & What It Really Means for Your Deal with Reed Goossens 28:31

2M ago28:31

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In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth Bradley sits down with Australian real estate entrepreneur and syndicator Reed Goossens for a deep dive into the current state of multifamily real estate, capital raising challenges, and lessons learned from recent market cycles. Seth Bradley and Reed Goossens discuss why Reed Goossens believes now is still a …

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MDM 04 | Million Dollar Monday with Sandhya Seshadri 1:09

2M ago1:09

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In this episode of Million Dollar Monday, Seth Bradley interviews Sandhya Seshadri about her journey to making her first, last, and next million dollars. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her first million came from trading stocks and options, leveraging stock options from her employer and learning to trade independently. Seth Bradley notes that while a…

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021 Why Counting “Half Sets” for Secondary Muscles Doesn't Make Sense 1:07:30

2M ago1:07:30

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris break down Dick DuBois’ 1954 full-body routine (and we finally have some pull-ups!). They then tackle the “half-set” myth, why counting half sets for secondary muscles make any sense and how to adjust multi joint exercises to bias growth in a particular muscle. Key topics include: • D…

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T1C 04 | The 1% Closer with Sandhya Seshadri 1:28

2M ago1:28

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In this episode, Seth Bradley and Sandhya Seshadri, Seth Bradley asks what separates Sandhya Seshadri as a top 1% performer. Sandhya Seshadri shares that her resilience and fearlessness stem from humble beginnings, arriving with almost nothing, living frugally, and learning to rebuild from scratch. Sandhya Seshadri attributes her success to persist…

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TME 18 | The Underwriting Lie: Most Capital Raisers Don’t Know Their Own Deal with Sandhya Seshadri 37:46

2M ago37:46

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In this episode, Sandhya Seshadri shares how she began in corporate tech with an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA, then pivoted to real estate, and now oil & gas. In this episode, Seth Bradley speaks with Sandhya Seshadri, who explains why she focuses on pre-drilled, proven wells for stronger cash flow and tax advantages. Sandhya Seshadri d…

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020 How to program a muscle specialisation phase 1:21:08

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris use Peary Rader’s leg routine to outline a practical, physiology-led blueprint for muscle specialisation. Key topics include: Peary Rader’s pre-steroid era leg routine (and the changes we would make today) A framework for designing a muscle specialisation phase for any muscle When to …

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FBF 05 | Flash Back Friday | Why the Ultra-Wealthy Pay Less Tax And How You Can Too with Rich Dad Poor Dad Tax Advisor Tom Wheelwright 44:57

2M ago44:57

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley and tax expert Tom Wheelwright discuss the intricacies of tax strategies for high-income professionals, particularly in the realm of real estate investments. Seth Bradley and Tom Wheelwright explore how to leverage tax incentives, the importance of depreciation, and the benef…

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TME 17 | Scorched Earth Real Estate: Why You Don’t Want a Billion Dollar Business with Gino Barbaro 43:51

2M ago43:51

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In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with multifamily investor and coach Gino Barbero for a deep conversation on real estate investing, mindset, and values. Seth Bradley and Gino Barbero discuss the reality of today’s uncertain market and why deals are still possible if you stick to timeless frameworks like Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right…

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019 Cluster Sets – How they work and how to use them 1:21:18

2M ago1:21:18

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris start by discussing one of the most widely used methods of the Silver Era; the 20 rep squat. They then dive into the physiology of cluster sets: what they are, how they differ from rest-pause and drop sets, and how cluster sets can be programmed to offer benefits over traditional stra…

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FBF 04 | Flash Back Friday | Escape the Tax Trap: Build Global Wealth with Second Residencies with Mikkel Thorup 46:10

2M ago46:10

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley interviews Mikkel Thorup, founder of Expat Money. Seth Bradley and Mikkel Thorup discuss Mikkel Thorup’s unique journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful consultant for expatriates. Mikkel Thorup shares the benefits of living abroad, the importance of fina…

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TME 16 | The Main Event | Build a Bigger Life, Not a Bigger Lifestyle: The Real Path to Freedom with Adam Caroll 49:45

2M ago49:45

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In this episode of Raise the Bar Radio, Seth Bradley welcomes Adam Carroll, who shares his journey from being a traveling professional speaker to building sustainable wealth through passive income strategies. Seth Bradley and Adam Carroll discuss how, after realizing the limitations of trading time for money, Adam Carroll developed The Shred Method…

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018 Pauses, Stretching, and Partials 1:24:22

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris unpack Reg Park’s calf-specialisation phase before discussing the physiology of pauses: when they work, when they don’t, and how they compare to partial reps. Key topics include: • Reg Park’s 1952 calf-specialisation program • Straight-leg vs bent-leg calf work and how they bias gastr…

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FBF 03 | Flash Back Friday | Capital Raising is the New Superpower: How to Win in Any Economy with Hunter Thompson 37:48

3M ago37:48

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley engages with Hunter Thompson, a prominent figure in the world of passive income investing. Seth Bradley and Hunter Thompson discuss the current economic landscape, including rising interest rates, inflation, and the inverted yield curve, and how these factors impact real esta…

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TME 15 | Inside the Secret Network That Billionaires Use to Pay Zero In Taxes with Alex Sonkin 38:31

3M ago38:31

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In this episode of Raise the Bar Radio, Seth Bradley welcomes Alex Sonkin, founder of the Due Diligence Project, to discuss the massive blind spot in tax strategy among CPAs and how his peer-reviewed CPA community addresses it. Seth Bradley and Alex Sonkin explore how traditional CPA firms, even those servicing ultra-high-net-worth clients, are oft…

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017 Exercise Selection - How to pick the exercises needed to maximally develop a muscle 1:22:27

3M ago1:22:27

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris discuss Sig Klein’s extensive routine and use it as a springboard to tackle one of the biggest programming questions: how much exercise variety do you really need for maximal growth? Key topics include: How neuromechanical matching explains which motor units get recruited first Volunt…

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FBF 02 | Flash Back Friday | From Hustle to Holdings: The Smarter Path to Passive Wealth with J. Scott 48:51

3M ago48:51

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley discusses the importance of transitioning from active to passive income with guest Jay Scott, a seasoned real estate investor. Seth Bradley and Jay Scott explore various investment strategies, the significance of due diligence in syndication, and the differences between house…

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TME 14 | How to Quit Your W-2 and Never Look Back with Jamie Bateman 46:44

3M ago46:44

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In this episode of Raise the Bar Radio, Seth Bradley welcomes Jamie Bateman, a military veteran turned real estate and mortgage note investor, who shares his story of transitioning from a W-2 career into entrepreneurship and financial freedom. Jamie Bateman discusses the phases of his life, including collegiate sports, military service, and a long …

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016 Training Splits - Why upper/lower, torso/limbs, push/pull, and other split routines face the same problem 1:14:16

3M ago1:14:16

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris revisit Joe Weider’s early 1940 full-body program before breaking down the central problem that all split routines face: supraspinal CNS fatigue. Key topics include: • How calcium-ion–related fatigue and inflammation create global CNS fatigue • Why back-to-back training days reduce re…

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FBF 01 | Flash Back Friday | The Unconventional Investor: Why Following the Crowd is Costing You Millions with M.C. Laubscher 47:35

3M ago47:35

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In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley welcomes back MC Lobster, a cashflow investor and entrepreneur. Seth Bradley and MC Lobster discuss the importance of diversification in income streams, exploring various investment vehicles beyond traditional methods. MC Lobster shares insights from his journey from South Af…

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TME 13 | Reg D 506(b) 506(c): Which One Will Make You More Money? 6:48

3M ago6:48

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In this episode, securities attorney and real estate investor Seth Bradley discusses the key differences between Regulation D’s 506(b) and 506(c) exemptions and their implications for capital raising in real estate. Seth Bradley emphasizes the importance of understanding these distinctions to maximize fundraising opportunities while remaining compl…

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RTBL 09 | Life's Best Moments Are Earned Not Given with Celina Eklund 36:04

3M ago36:04

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In this episode, Seth Bradley shares his unique journey from being adopted and raised in a blue-collar family in West Virginia to navigating medical school, business school, and law school before discovering his true calling in entrepreneurship and real estate investing. Seth Bradley explains how a mindset shift, exposure to high-level deals as a b…

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015 Training Frequency - Why 3x per week beats 2x even if MYOPS is still elevated 1:12:15

3M ago1:12:15

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In this episode of Hypertrophy: Past and Present, Jake and Chris explore Sig Klein’s early A/B full body routine from the pre-steroid bodybuilding era before examining the claim that elevated myofibrillar protein synthesis blunts the effectiveness of subsequent workouts. Key topics include: Sig Klein’s beginner routine The difference between myofib…

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TME 12 | Why High Earners Stay Broke (and How to Escape the W-2 Trap) with Rich Fettke 38:39

3M ago38:39

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In this episode of Raise the Bar Radio, Seth Bradley welcomes Rich Fettke, co-founder of Real Wealth, to share his incredible journey from a life-threatening cancer scare to building a real estate empire. Rich Fettke explains how his wife’s pivot to real estate investing during his health crisis led to the creation of Real Wealth, which has since h…