Podcasts by The University of Badassery Podcast

Heavy Metal: Going Deep on Music from 2023-11-27T00:12

In Episode 31, we talk about the power of heavy metal, its history, and its influence on Mac’s life.

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Managing Fear: In Depth with Tony Blauer from 2023-11-04T23:33

In Episode 30, we sit down with self-defense expert Tony Blauer as he breaks down fear management, situational awareness, and personal safety in our changing times.

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Coffee Talk: With Wes Whitlock [CEO, Invader Coffee] from 2023-10-22T18:15

In Episode 29, we sit down with Wes Whitlock, CEO of Invader Coffee and Rogue American Apparel to talk coffee, life, music, and more. PLUS… a special announcement!

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Relationships: Better Family, Better Friends from 2023-10-15T13:21

In Episode 28, we do a deep dive on the importance of creating a solid marriage, strong family, and strong friendships. What to do and what not to do!

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Functional Fitness: Training for Longevity and Lifesaving from 2023-09-23T12:38

In Episode 27, Pat Mac shares his approach to fitness—what he calls Combat Strength Training—focuses on four key areas: strength, power, speed and quickness, and hypertrophy. It is fu...

Ready for Anything: Prepping 101 for Natural Disasters&More from 2023-09-09T11:49

Is your household prepared for natural disasters, power outages, or worse? It’s one thing to “prep” when we know the storm is coming, but the right way is to plan and prepare when no ...

The University of Badassery Ep. 25: Situational Awareness from 2023-08-19T12:04

In Episode 25, Pat Mac does a deep dive on all things related to situational awareness which is the first line of defense in your personal security.

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The University of Badassery Ep. 24: Battling Chronic Illness (Pat Mac's Story) from 2023-08-06T17:45

In Episode 24, Pat Mac reveals the chronic illness he's been dealing with since 2021 and how he's overcoming it.

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Capitulating to the Darkness from 2022-12-19T18:31

This is from my weekly 2-hour livestream in my Keep the Blaze Alive Coaching Squad. To join just visit https://patreon.com/coachingsquad

Avoiding Ruts&Dull Routines from 2022-12-17T21:18

This is from my weekly 2-hour livestream in my Keep the Blaze Alive Coaching Squad. To join just visit https://patreon.com/coachingsquad

Pat Mac on “What I Did During the Blackout” from 2022-12-15T22:25

The sabotage of a local substation resulted in a 5+ day blackout in my county. Here's how I was prepared, how I handled it, and what I learned.

This clip is taken from my private coaching...

The Origins of Combat Strength Training (CST) from 2022-12-14T15:27

Combat Strength Training began during my days of helping to organize the right kind of training—and training facilities—for my fellow special operations professionals, and it grew fro...

Free-Range Parenting vs Bubble Wrap Parenting from 2022-12-05T18:35

Pat Mac dives into the latest insanity from the woke community about the dangers of "free-range parenting"—in other words, how we grew up.

This clip is from the weekly live stream in the ...

Reaching Metabolic Threshold with Pat Mac! from 2022-11-29T21:47

Pat Mac discusses what it means to reach metabolic threshold and how he’s always seeking to challenge himself.

The University of Badassery Ep. 23: Kids&Family from 2022-09-07T23:46:35

In Episode 23, we discuss the importance of strengthening and empowering the next generation and the families who are raising them. We also talk about Mister Rogers.

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The University of Badassery Ep. 22: On Toughness from 2022-07-30T17:57:08

In Episode 22, we cover Greg Everett's book Tough: Building True Mental, Physical & Emotional
Toughness for Success & Fulfillment.

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The University of Badassery Ep. 21: With Winning In Mind from 2022-06-25T19:04:19

In Episode 21, we cover Lanny Bassham's book With Winning In Mind.

The University of Badassery Podcast is sponsored by Invader Coffee, Taconic Distillery, and KillCliff.

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The University of Badassery Ep. 20: Evel Knievel from 2021-08-23T11:20:05

In Episode 20, Mac and C. J. go deep on the ultimate American badass, Evel Knievel!

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The University of Badassery Ep. 19: Proactive Mental Health with Dr. Trevor Wilkins from 2021-04-14T00:43:24

Special guest, Dr. Trevor Wilkins, joins Mac and C. J. for a special episode on “Proactive Mental Health.”

Dr. Wilkins, also known as the “Angry Viking Therapist,” specializes in treating...

The University of Badassery Ep. 18: Sir Ernest Shackleton's Endurance Expedition from 2021-03-01T19:55:44

In Episode 18, Mac and C. J. go back in history to discuss one of the most badass tales of endurance in the face of some of the worst suffering—the story of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s 1914 Enduranc...

The University of Badassery Ep. 17: “All Things Dogs” with Rick Hogg from 2021-01-21T12:00

In this special “spotlight” episode, Mac and C. J. sit down with Rick Hogg of War Hogg Tactical to discuss “All Things Dogs.”

This is to help you better understand your dog’s behavior and...

The University of Badassery Ep. 16: Wes Whitlock&"Going Rogue with Badassery" from 2020-10-25T11:32:38

In this special episode, Mac & C. J. are joined by Wes Whitlock, owner of Invader Coffee and Rogue American Apparel for a podcast collaboration “Going Rogue with Badassery.” Wes is also the host...

The University of Badassery Ep. 15: Greg Coker&George Hand from 2020-10-08T13:48:43

In this episode, Mac and C.J. are joined by two elite veterans: Greg “Gravy” Coker, attack helicopter pilot of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne, aka “Nightstalkers”) and ...

The University of Badassery Ep. 14: Q&A With Mac&C.J. from 2020-08-15T13:40:36

Mac and C.J. are back with another entire episode devoted to YOUR questions!

The University of Badassery Ep. 13: George Hand from 2020-06-14T00:20:52

In Episode 13, Mac and C. J. are joined by special forces veteran, George Hand who besides being a longtime friend of Pat Mac, also served together with Mac in the same elite unit. Listen

The University of Badassery Ep. 12: Tony Blauer from 2020-05-09T00:20:31

Joining us in Episode 12 is a true “professor of badassery,” Tony Blauer, founder Blauer Tactical Systems which is considered one of the most respected self-defense training companies in the wor...

The University of Badassery Ep. 11: Corona-Cast! from 2020-04-21T10:39:55

The coronavirus is rockin’ the world, but the University of Badassery is rockin’ the lockdown as “Coronacation,” so this is our special “Coronacast” episode as Mac & C. J. broadcast remotely in ...

The University of Badassery Ep. 10: Lewis&Clark from 2020-02-14T12:45:59

In this special episode, Mac & C.J. go in-depth on the incredible story of Lewis & Clark and their Corps of Discovery expedition to explore the American West at the direction of Thomas Jefferson...

The University of Badassery Ep. 09: Q&A With Mac&C.J. from 2019-12-14T13:18:57

Just when you thought this podcast couldn’t get any better, Mac and C.J. devote this entire episode to your questions answering dozens of them! The professors of asskickery cover everything from...

The University of Badassery Ep. 08: Rick Hogg (Special Forces Vet) from 2019-11-14T02:07:37

C. J. and Mac are joined on Veteran’s Day by Special Forces veteran, Rick Hogg, of War Hogg Tactical to discuss veterans, Vietnam, growing up in the 70s and 80s, mindset, music, life, raising ki...

The University of Badassery Ep. 07: Mac&C.J. on 9/11, Dark Seasons&Maximizing Your Life from 2019-09-12T19:47:07

Mac and C.J. go deep into Mac’s military experience when 9/11 happened as well as climbing out of a dark season. They also talk about fanning back to flame the “badass” within you and answer you...

The University of Badassery Ep. 06: Jamey Caldwell (Special Forces Vet) from 2019-07-03T23:50:04

C. J. and Mac sit down in person with one of Mac's former teammates from the Unit, Jamey Caldwell, to talk about his military career, mindset, and his current occupation as a pro bass fisherman....

The University of Badassery Ep. 05: C.J.&Mac on Changes in Life from 2019-06-01T19:21

C. J. and Mac get into dealing with big changes in life and how to find direction in your second season. Plus lots of talk about hair bands, Western movies, supplements, concert safety, raising ...

The University of Badassery Ep. 04: C.J.&Mac Talk Life&Attitude from 2019-04-07T16:45:08

C. J. and Mac take a break from interviews to delve deep into serious but hilarious discussions about pets, food, family, attitude, special forces, metal, Sentinel courses, and an extended Q&A s...

The University of Badassery Ep. 03: Josh Collins Special Forces Vet from 2019-02-07T15:25:54

C. J. and Mac interview Josh Collins, former teammate of Mac’s from the Unit who shares his amazing story of battling severe PTSD and TBI. Josh discovered healing through connection with others ...

The University of Badassery Ep. 02: Jared Reston of the Reston Group from 2018-11-07T00:54:41

C. J. and Mac interview Jared Reston of the Reston Group who prevailed in several life threatening gun battles as a SWAT team member. Plus, the Douche Zone, the Metal Zone, the Sentinel Segment,...

The University of Badassery Ep. 01: Trevor Bachmeyer of Smashwerx from 2018-09-29T16:14:04

C. J. and Mac interview Dr. Trevor Bachmeyer of Smashwerx and discuss the body, training, mindset and winning in life!