Cowboys not Eggheads

In this episode, Sam Fischer reflects on the wisdom and wit of his late father, J.B. Fischer. He shares various quotes and anecdotes that showcase his father's unique perspective on life. From humorous observations to profound insights, J.B. Fischer's words offer valuable lessons and a glimpse into his character. The conversation highlights the importance of cherishing lo

In this episode, Sam Fischer interviews Jordan Hopper, a CrossFit athlete from CrossFit Kinesis. They discuss Jordan's background in CrossFit, his motivation for joining, and his experience with the CrossFit Open 2024 workout 24.3. They also share their strategies and reflections on the Open and encourage listeners to try CrossFit.TakeawaysCrossFit is for everyone, regardless

In this episode, Sam Fischer and Matt Cross discuss their experience with workout 24.2 in the CrossFit Open. They talk about the movements involved in the workout, including rowing, deadlifts, and double unders. Matt shares his competitive nature and the motivation to improve his performance each year. They discuss the challenges of double unders and the importance of scaling and d

In this episode, Sam Fischer and Jeff Nemecek discuss their experience with the CrossFit Open and the challenges they faced during the workouts. They talk about the announcement of the workouts by Dave Castro and share their thoughts on his presentation style. They also discuss their preparation for the workouts and the mental battle they go through during the workouts. They reflec

In this episode, the guests discuss their memories of 9/11 and how they help people in their respective fields. They share their feelings when helping others and reflect on why they were called to help. They also open up about personal experiences with loss and how it has shaped their desire to make a difference. The conversation highlights the importance of finding purpose in help

Brad Bonar, a comedian and former gym owner, discusses his experiences owning a kickboxing fitness gym and surviving the challenges of COVID-19. He shares stories about the community he built at the gym and the impact of inflation on his business. Brad also talks about his comedic influences and his style of storytelling comedy. He discusses the connection between comedy and depres

In this conversation, Danielle Jensen shares her journey of battling ovarian cancer and dealing with other health challenges. She worked for Sam and discusses her experiences during her time with him. Danielle talks about her diagnosis, the side effects of chemotherapy, and the emotional impact of losing her hair. She also shares her experiences with pulmonary embolism, pulmonary h

In this episode, Sam with the help of Chad Bishoff, interviews Ian Kidder, a 19-year-old college student, about his experiences and perspectives as a member of Generation Z. They discuss the impact of social media on relationships, the pressure and anxiety it can cause, and the importance of face-to-face conversations. Ian also shares his views on saving and investing, as well as h

The panel discussion explores the emasculation of men in America and how it is a spiritual attack on masculinity. The guests discuss the importance of authentic masculinity and the role of vulnerability in being a man. They also touch on the concept of toxic masculinity and how it is a marketing term used to attack masculinity. The panel emphasizes the need for a relationship with

**SPOILER ALERT** The soon to be Christmas movie classic, The Holdovers is discussed in this episode. While major plot lines are not exposed, certain scenes are discussed. ***********************Sam and his guest, lifelong friend of renowned movie director Alexander Payne, Brinker Harding, discuss Mr. Payne's latest movie, The Holdovers.. They discuss the shared experience of