Dr. Jaime Schehr is a nationally recognized expert in integrative medicine and nutrition holds dual licenses as a Naturopathic Physician and Registered Dietitian. She works intimately with patients and their primary care physicians to help them understand, identify, and manage their health.  In this week’s episode, she goes deep with Michael Chernow to discuss what integrative medicine is, why individualized care is important, and so much more about nutrition.  Topics: 2:51 - What is integrative medicine? 10:33 - Morning routine and effective habits 18:00 - Nutrition is different for everyone 28:50 - Sleep is massively important 30:56 - Check in with yourself https://www.jaimeschehr.com/

Jonathan Yarmeisch and Michael Chernow are back to take you inside what’s going on at Kreatures of Habit. In episode 3, they dive into raising money, having more efficiency in the business, not being afraid to try new things, and much more. Kreatures of Habit is a brand that truly values transparency and customer relationships. Which is why we would love it if you send us any questions that you would want to hear answered on the podcast. Simply DM us or send us an email at ⁠info@kreaturesofhabit.com⁠, and Michael and Jonathan will be sure to answer on future episodes! 2:00 - Figuring out how to keep KoH alive 7:55 - Hearing no way more than you hear yes 9:15 - Being proactive 14:30 - If something doesn’t work, you fix it and move on 20:00 - Seeing how far you can push yourself 25:00 - What blended ROAS is 32:00 - Possibly being wrong about Knight Kap

Larry Hagner is the founder of The Dad Edge, a company that helps men become the best people, partners, and dads they’ve always wanted to be. He also hosts The Dad Edge Podcast where he’s interviewed experts on parenting, mindset, communication, and more.  In this episode, Larry and Michael discuss why Larry started the company, how the podcast has helped him, how crucial communication is with both your kids and your partner, and much more.  Topics: 4:07 - How The Dad Edge came to be 15:15 - What Larry learned conducting over 1,000 interviews 19:23 - Larry getting called out by his son for being on his phone during a game 25:48 - The importance of communication in relationships 32:54 - Larry’s body shutting down 40:57 - Cherishing time with your kids The Dad Edge: https://thedadedge.com/

Dr. Sean Pastuch is the founder of Active Life, a company that helps people get out of pain without going to the doctor or missing the gym from anywhere in the world. In this episode, Dr. Sean sits down with Michael Chernow to discuss how Active Life started, how the company operates, what it takes to hit your personal development goals, and much more.  Topics covered: 3:48 - Sean manifesting his meeting with Michael 9:06 - Why hospitality in the food industry matters 13:40 - Making friends with other men as adults 17:20 - What is Active Life? 26:40 - Personal development starts with the truth 30:45 - Pushing through the discomfort 38:45 - Creating success for yourself 42:20 - Achieving a work-life balance Sean’s IG: @drseanpastuch⁠ Website: https://activelifeprofessional.com Active Life Rx IG: @activeliferx Active Life Professional IG: @activelifeprofessional

Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents find a balanced approach between focusing on healthy child development and not losing sight of their own mental health–since neither can exist without the other.  Sarah is the host of the podcast Securely Attached, and the creator of the parenting courses The Authentic Parent: Finding Your Confidence in Parenthood and The Science of Tantrums. She is also the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group in Pelham, NY where she works with parents, children, and families. In this episode, Michael and Sarah discuss how different family dynamics don’t need to be fixed if they work for your family, the importance of one-on-one time with kids and individualizing their needs, and so much more valuable parenting advice.    Michael Gazzo - Hypnosis Transformational Coach

In this second episode, Michael Chernow is again joined by his business partner, Jonathan Yarmeisch, to continue the discussion around what's really happening at Kreatures of Habit. They discuss some of the changes made to their team, shipping policies, Black Friday / Cyber Monday performance, the decision to no longer sell MEAL ONE on Amazon, and changing copackers. They also dive into more broad business ideas such as company culture and whether or not sales and discounts are good for business.Kreatures of Habit is a brand that truly values transparency and customer relationships. Which is why we would love it if you send us any questions that you would want to hear answered on the podcast. Simply DM us or send us an email at info@kreaturesofhabit.com, and Michael and Jonathan will be sure to answer on future episodes!

Meghan Swidler is a Holistic Health and Detoxification Coach with a focus on gut, hormone, and skin health, cleansing and detoxification, and cellular regeneration and the author of From Within — a comprehensive guided handbook about gut health. On this episode Meghan and Michael Chernow dive into the role of gut health in your everyday life, optimizing your diet for single ingredient foods, the importance of fiber, and so much more.  Links: Ben Harris (Fear Coach): https://www.feeling-free.com/ Ripe: https://www.get-ripe.com/ Open: https://go.o-p-e-n.com/meghan-nsr Seed: http://seedhealthinc.pxf.io/Y9NdbP Meghan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatplantbasedgal Meghan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghanswidler/ Meghan’s Website: https://meghanswidler.com/ Meghan’s Book: https://meghanswidler.com/products/from-within-book Free 30-Minute Consultation For 1:1 Coaching Programs: https://calendly.com/meghanswidler/health-history-consultation Group Coaching Program (starting Monday, January 15): https://buy.stripe.com/cN2dTYgXEdF66AM3ceFREE Copy of The Level I Detox: https://mailchi.mp/59b46c754e7d/meghanswidler

Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable. In this episode, Michael dives into why it’s important to set boundaries for yourself and how doing so can help you kick off the new year.

Dr. Latt Mansor is the Research Lead at H.V.M.N and holds a PhD in Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics from the University of Oxford. He also holds an M.A. (Columbia University) and B.Sc. (Hons) (University of Nottingham) in Biotechnology. He is a world expert in physiology and metabolism, and consults with elite sport, military, clinical and research organizations. In this episode, Dr. Latt Mansor and Michael Chernow dive into H.V.M.N.’s Ketone-IQ, the role of metabolism, how what you eat affects your body, and so much more. https://hvmn.com/

Hilary Star de Roy is the owner and founder of Royal Native), a line of one of a kind clothing, sustainably sourced and handmade from vintage textiles in NYC. She opened an eponymous shop in February of 2023 in Locust Valley, NY that features small female owned brands and vintage housewares by The Thrifocrat as well as her own designs.  Eric W. Bolyard is the owner of Black & Bolyard, where he fabricates a handcrafted line of artisanal toasted Brown Butters for the professional kitchen and home. He is also the Managing Partner and Exec Chef at the Parisian-based Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in the heart of SoHo, reinventing the culinary program to support the world-class wine list.  In this episode, Hilary and Eric join Michael to talk about their family dynamic during the holidays, the importance of small wins, how to handle the stresses of running businesses, and so much more.  ⁠www.theroyalnative.com

Jonathan Yarmeisch is the COO and Co-founder of Kreatures of Habit. As a CPA at PwC, Jonathan focused on the consumer products industry. He is passionate about identifying and implementing solutions to the many challenges facing early stage businesses.His role at Kreatures of Habit sits at the convergence of his professional skill set and personal interest in the fitness and wellness space.In this episode, Jonathan and Michael Chernow go on a behind-the-scenes journey and dish out valuable insights into what it takes to run a company like Kreatures of Habit.

Sahil Bloom is a renowned American inspirational writer, content creator, and entrepreneur who is quickly rising in popularity all around the world. He is very decorated and has been awarded several noteworthy awards during his time at Stanford University such as the Bruce R. Cameron Memorial Award in 2012 and the PAC-12 All-Academic Team in 2013. In this episode, Michael and Sahil discuss the importance of having non-negotiables, working through life’s challenges, and the paradox of goal setting. Be sure to check out Sahil’s newsletter: https://www.sahilbloom.com/newsletter

Todd Anderson is the co-founder of Dream Recovery, a company dedicated to helping athletes and high achievers sleep and recover at the highest level.He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes across all sports, and celebrities on optimizing their performance. He continues to produce educational content on all media platforms to educate people on sleep and its importance and positive impact on quality of life. Todd holds over a dozen certifications in Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition, and Performance.Bottom line, sleep and recovery is the tide that raises all ships and Todd’s mission in life is to help others realize their potential by prioritizing sleep, recovery and overall life optimization.In this episode, Michael and Todd discuss how sleep impacts your overall wellbeing, the importance of consistency, and easy hacks for better sleep and recovery. Todd Anderson Instagram Dream Recovery

On Episode 98 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another impactful solo show!!Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.In this episode, Michael discusses how meditation will help you become more present in everyday life, how to make it a part of your morning routine, and what you will learn from deepening your meditation practice.

Sam Miller is an Amazon Best-Selling Author and has more than 15 years of experience as a health, fitness, and nutrition coach. His programs help coaches and health professionals improve their clients’ results. A popular online educator, podcast host, and mentor, he consistently offers simple, strategic methods for transformation and translates complex concepts into leverage for any health and fitness goal.His workshops, classes, and specialization programs have served over 3,000+ coaches worldwide. He has been a featured speaker for companies like LinkedIn and a content contributor for industry titans such as Barbell Shrugged, Muscle Intelligence, T-Nation, Elite FTS, and more. He is a certified nutritionist and licensed, board-certified health practitioner who holds a master’s degree from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science from Elon University.In this episode, Michael and Sam discuss how bodybuilding will teach you how to be more disciplined, the importance of staying consistent with your nutrition for overall performance, and how to transform your metabolic health. Follow Sam Miller: @sammillerscience@metabolismschoolSam Miller's Podcast 

Josh Funk is the founder of Rehab 2 Perform.A lifelong athlete, Josh became interested in becoming a physical therapist when going through PT as a D1 lacrosse player at Ohio State. After avoiding shoulder surgery for a torn labrum and rotator cuff, Josh has been entrenched in the world of physical therapy and sports performance. Over the years, he has continually developed his knowledge base and expertise as a physical therapist, and as a business owner. Dr. Funk is committed to ensuring that Rehab 2 Perform is one of the most well-run and well-known health care companies in the country. He has immersed himself in business programs and community initiatives over the past few years in his efforts to ensure that the team and clients of Rehab 2 Perform are receiving everything they need to be at their best. It is his goal to push Rehab 2 Perform to the forefront of the community through innovation, progressive business operations, strategic growth and clinical excellence.In this episode, Michael and Josh discuss the best stretches for increasing mobility, how to optimize your recovery for muscle growth, and the importance of having a dynamic warm up before training.

On Episode 95 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another powerful solo show!!Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we will live a happy, healthy life or prevent us from reaching our fullest potential.In this episode, Michael shares his personal experience with addiction, the key habits that have helped him stay sober for 19 years, and how to make a decision and stick with it.

Episode 94 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features brothers Nate and Ben Checketts, the Co-Founders of Rhone since the brand was established in 2014.Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision, and Sports Radar.Before the age of 30, Nate Checketts founded and launched 4 companies including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers.In this episode, Michael, Nate, and Ben discuss how having difficult conversations builds deeper relationships, the power of setting boundaries at work, and how to align your goals in any business partnership.

Episode 93 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Dr. Jeffrey Graham, Precision Medicine Physician and Lead Physician for the Premium Peak Program at Wild Health.He attended medical school at the University of Arkansas before completing his Family Medicine residency through the University of North Carolina Mountain Area Health Center, where he also completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship. He holds a Masters of Public Health from the University of North Carolina and he is board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine.Initially, his passion for providing basic health care as a human right and the sustainable infrastructure for the delivery of that care led Dr. Graham from the rural areas of the Mississippi Delta to Indonesia and Africa, before settling down in Asheville, North Carolina.Dr. Graham is an avid CrossFitter with professional experience in Sports Medicine and Functional Medicine. With a bright, energetic, and warm character, Dr. Graham brings his depth of knowledge and dedication to helping his patients achieve better health and wellbeing.In this episode, Michael and Dr. Graham discuss how your genes actually determine the type of exercise you should do, the importance of crossfit for better aging, and how to increase your gains during recovery.

Jesse Katches is a mental health advocate, self-development enthusiast, and video content creator; where he talks about feelings, mental health, anxiety, and more with over 500k followers across TikTok and Instagram. In this episode, Michael and Jesse discuss why your anxiety is not your enemy, setting boundaries, and using social media in a mindful way. Out NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🚀

On Episode 91 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another impactful solo show!!Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.In this episode, Michael discusses how fear is actually your ally — and that being scared is the most common emotion a human being can have. We all deal with fear, but having the right mindset on how to face those fears will change everything for you.

Steven Arena is the founder of a revolutionary new Tortilla Chip company, Masa Chips. Masa Chips are free of inflammatory and artificial seeds oils, and made with organic corn and grass-fed beef tallow.Steven is anti-seed oil and an alternative health activist. He's also the founder of the Shire App, which helps you to find real food grown close to your home by people who care.In this episode, Michael and Steven discuss the negative health consequences of seed oils, the benefits of eating raw liver, and how making a few small changes to your diet will radically improve your life.

Josh Whalen is the founder of Blokes, is a proud husband to his supportive wife + co-founder, Katy, and a dad of two sweet babies. As a former Chicago Lions Rugby player, he still loves finding ways to keep his blood moving.His journey to creating Blokes started a few years ago when he started feeling, well, old. He started to get sick, run-down, gain weight, and struggle with his marriage. Every treatment he sought either gave him a one-size-fits-all approach or told him to accept this new normal. As you can imagine, he didn’t.He took charge of his own health and saw the holes as an opportunity. It is their mission to provide a clear pathway to optimization for everyone.In this episode, Michael and Josh discuss why your health should be your number one priority, the stigma around testosterone boosters, and how to become a better version of yourself.

When @stevenizen was just 19 years old, his beloved grandfather was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, an event that brought him to his personal low in life. It was during this time that Steven founded @lokai - the iconic bracelet brand that encourages people to find hope in their darkest moments. Each Lokai bracelet incorporates water from Mount Everest and mud from the Dead Sea - the highest and lowest points on earth - to serve as a simple daily reminder to remain humble and hopeful through life's inevitable highs and lows. To date, Lokai has given $9M+ as part of its 10% profits to charity pledge, supporting a growing list of incredible organizations like The Humane Society, Alzheimer's Association, The Make-a-Wish Foundation, Stand Up to Cancer, and One Tree Planted. Steven was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 List for Retail and Ecommerce in 2017, was the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Finalist in 2016, and currently serves as the youngest member on the national board of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. In this episode, Michael and Steven discuss the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur, what it takes to run a successful business in 2023, and how to avoid burnout.

On Episode 87 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another epic solo show.Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.In this nutrition-focused episode, Michael sits down to discuss how to truly curb your unhealthy cravings – and ultimately overcome the challenges of eating healthy with all the bad food that surrounds us.

Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents find a balanced approach between focusing on healthy child development and not losing sight of their own mental health–since neither can exist without the other.She equips parents with the tools to develop a personal parenting framework that allows them to respond effectively to any challenge, and raise kids who are confident, resilient, and kind.Sarah is the host of the podcast Securely Attached, and the creator of the parenting courses The Authentic Parent: Finding Your Confidence in Parenthood and The Science of Tantrums.She is also the co-founder and clinical director of Upshur Bren Psychology Group in Pelham, NY where she works with parents, children, and families.  In this episode, Michael and Sarah discuss how long it takes for the brain to develop, what disciplining a child really means, and how to become a better parent in 2023 and beyond.

Jennifer Jacobs is the founder and creator of J METHOD, which embodies Jennifer’s strong belief that health and wellness is a lifestyle and mindset around creating habits, training consistently, efficiently and effectively.Jennifer’s focus is on making health and wellness a lifestyle for everyone at all levels.  Her extremely successful strength training program called “Job 1” on Beachbody, continues to allow her to reach thousands to change their mindset and make their health and wellness a #1 priority.Also a former Peloton Senior Instructor, Jennifer is a mother of two, a global ambassador for the charity organization SmileTrain, and most recently expanded her reach into fashionwear through the launch of “HER”.  A collaboration with Heroine Sport which is designed to make every woman feel Heroic, Empowered and Radiant!In this episode, Michael, and Jennifer discuss how to reach your goals by training with purpose, keys to gaining back time in your life, and actionable tips for building confidence.

Episode 84 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Joey Bowen & Drew Beech, founders of Few Will Hunt.In 2017, the two cousins started a countermovement to put society back on track.Today, Few Will Hunt apparel is on the backs of the hard workers everywhere — from budding writers pounding their keyboards at your local coffee shop to professional fighters pounding their opponents under the bright lights of the UFC octagon.Through painstaking, relentless hard work, Joey and Drew have grown the Few Will Hunt movement from 100 hard workers in 2017 to over 100,000 hard workers today.Their impact has become undeniable on our society!In this episode, Michael, Joey, and Drew discuss how to optimize your time throughout the day, the power of community, and tips for taking full accountability of your life.

Tyler Hall is a successful founder, CEO, tech leader, investor, advisor, motorcycle enthusiast, dad and husband. As the founder and CEO of a VC backed automotive tech company Drivably, Tyler led the company through an acquisition in 2022 and prior to that founded multiple companies and was an early employee and executive at Domo (NYSE: DOMO) and HireVue (Acquired for $511m by The Carlyle Group).Tyler has been through all of the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, but it wasn’t until he experienced nearly losing his wife during 2022 to a complicated pregnancy issue that made him pause and reflect on his experiences and the next steps for his own journey.Tyler has now shifted his focus from building his own companies to helping build the world’s best CEOs and organizations through coaching, advising, investing, and all around holistic support. As a coach, Tyler uses proven frameworks to help leaders unlock areas in their personal and professional life where they are stuck, or insecure, and introduce them to a new world in which empathy and emotional presence are a competitive advantage.His unique insights and lived experiences make him an incredible sounding board, accountability partner, star strategic advisor, and someone you want in your corner as you navigate the ups and downs of building a company.He currently serves as an advisor to companies like RunBuggy, Ferry, DIMO, Nemodata, Miggos, HGreg, DealerPeak and several others.He is an all around leader in both the professional and personal world as dad to 3 beautiful kids and a loving husband to his wife.In this episode, Michael and Tyler discuss the power of breathwork, fostering positive family relationships, and how to be more present in everyday life.

Teddy Pantelis is a professional Natural Bodybuilder in the WNBF, a Legion Athletics sponsored athlete, and a Precision Nutrition Certified coach.As an accomplished bodybuilder competing for a decade he has learned that all of the awards, medals and accolades are not why he loves this lifestyle.The heart of what he is, is about achieving his personal best and guiding others to achieve theirs!For Teddy, physical and mental toughness are a journey of self-discovery, no other experience makes a person feel more clear, focused and accomplished.In this episode, Michael and Teddy discuss the importance of communication, building your foundation for better health & wellness, and how to get the results you REALLY want to see in the gym.

Why are there not more aggressive consequences for child predators? John Dorsey (Aka “Goob”) is the owner and head coach of Goob U, LLC. John has a wealth of experience working with and for the bodybuilding community. He has provided hundreds of athletes with customized diet and exercise plans in addition to being a competitive bodybuilder himself. Whether you are looking to lose a few pounds for summer, gain muscle or prep for a bodybuilding show, John will help you reach your goals! In this episode, Michael and John discuss the importance of doing right by others, tips for holding yourself accountable, and how to join the fight against fitness predators. Out NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🚀

Episode 79 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Kristin McGee, a pioneer in making yoga more accessible. Kristin has starred in yoga DVD’s, has privately trained celebrities and has written books about the value of the yoga in everyday life.As a busy mom of three boys, Kristin strongly believes that just a few minutes of yoga a day can bring more balance and harmony to your life. Kristin’s classes will challenge and ground you while bringing a strong connection back to your mind, body and breath. Kristin teaches Yoga, Pilates and Meditation classes on the Peloton platform.In this episode, Michael and Kristin discuss why you should follow your passion and how to become whole through meditation and healthy habits.

Episode 79 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Max Lugavere, a top health podcaster, science journalist, filmmaker, and author. He wrote The New York Times bestseller Genius Foods and The Wall Street Journal bestseller Genius Kitchen. From 2005-2011, Lugavere was a journalist for Al Gore’s Current TV.Lugavere appears regularly on The Rachael Ray Show and The Doctors. He has contributed to VICE, Fast Company, CNN, and more. NBC Nightly News, The Today Show, PBS’ Brief But Spectacular, The New York Times, and People Magazine have prominently featured Lugavere.He is an internationally sought-after speaker and has given talks at South by Southwest, TEDx, the New York Academy of Sciences, the Biohacker Summit in Stockholm, Sweden, and many others.In this episode, Michael and Max discuss the power of natural light, tips to optimize your strength training, and how to maximize brain processing through what you eat.

Episode 78 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Ayesha Sehra, the Founder & CEO Grow The Social LLC, a PR Agency based in Los Angeles, California that specializes in Talent Management / Representation, Influencer Marketing, Strategic Brand Partnerships & Event Production.She is also a Content Creator & Podcast Host of Mindset / Business podcast, Coffee & A Good Vibe where she interviews Notable Founders & Entrepreneurs, Industry Experts & Influential Tastemakers to learn more about their respective journey and path to success and the mental component towards making your abundant visions a reality.In this episode, Michael and Ayesha discuss the power of storytelling, hacks for staying more disciplined, and how to manifest the reality you truly want.

On Episode 77 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another solo show.Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.In this episode, Michael discusses how to embrace, and ultimately overcome the pain, challenges, and discomforts that life will inevitably throw at you.Out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! 🚀

Episode 76 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Valentine Thomas, who was trained as a lawyer in Canada and worked in finance in London for six years, before leaving it all behind to pursue her passions. She quit her job and gave up the urban lifestyle to fiercely advocate for sustainable seafood systems while encouraging people to reconsider their relationship with nature, as well as their own self confidence and health and wellness.Valentine is a world record spearfisher-woman, 170ft. freediver and instructor, entrepreneur, public speaker and author. She is a two-time TEDx speaker, Forbes Changemaker, and international ambassador for ocean sustainability. Valentine released her first cookbook, A Contre Courant, in Canada in 2019, and this Spring, will release her second one, Good Catch: A Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood with Recipes from the Worlds Oceans - a stunning and inspiring guide to selecting, preparing, and enjoying sustainable seafood, with 75 recipes, from a world-class spearfisher-woman.In this episode, Michael and Valentine discuss how to develop consistent, healthier habits, the value of sustainable seafood, and how to positively impact your food supply chain.

Josh Campbell and Jason Brown are the co-founders of Human Improvement. Together they are trying to redefine the health and wellness industry by creating nutritional supplements using clean, innovative ingredients made for the improvement of humans. They started by incorporating a very unique ingredient into their protein powder, cricket. Not ones to chase trends, they aren’t afraid of a challenge to create products they think can change the world.Both started their careers in the finance world but left to explore their entrepreneurial goals and have both had successful exits from past businesses. Josh has excelled at scaling global brands from coffee (Starbucks) to cannabis (Dosist) to health and wellness. When he isn’t trying to disrupt a category he is summiting peaks from Alaska to Africa.After a decade in the distressed credit world in New York, Jason relocated to LA and spent the last 5 years starting and scaling businesses in everything from cannabis packaging to health and wellness. He is an avid skier, surfer, and more recently obsessed with crossfit.In this episode, Michael, Josh, and Jason discuss how to gain more control over your day as an entrepreneur, the key to analyzing opportunities and distractions in your company, and why multitasking might be hindering your output.

Biet Simkin (bietsimkin.com) is the world-renowned Spiritual Teacher and Best-Selling Author dubbed "The David Bowie of Meditation".She creates huge meditation and breathwork experiences globally that she scores with her own music. She is a true artist and is redefining Enlightenment.Russell Brand says, “The only other means he knows to achieve the states she induces are illegal".In this episode, Michael and Biet discuss how to find enlightenment is a fast-paced world, methods to deal with inner shame, and the optimal breathwork techniques for relaxation.

Episode 73 of The Kreatures Of Habit Podcast is Part 2 of Michael’s conversation with Jennifer Cohen, an entrepreneur, podcaster, educator and bestselling author. Her latest book, Bigger Better Bolder hit #1 in business on Amazon and the Wall Street Journal Bestselling list. She’s been a long-time authority in health and wellness where she has co-founded numerous companies, including No Gym Required and Hot 5, which was acquired by Weight Watchers.Jennifer has well established expertise and experience in branding and non-traditional  marketing working as a spokesperson and advisor to companies like  Celsius, Tonal , BLK Water, Tru Niagen, Nike, and Proctor & Gamble.Her podcast “Habits and Hustle” is regularly ranked in the top 10 business podcasts in the world on Apple podcasts  and  is widely regarded for helping thousands of people with their wellness and productivity. Some past guests include, Mark Cuban, Simon Sinek, Mathew McConaughy, Chelsea Handler, Tony Robbins and many more.Jennifer is also an in-demand motivational speaker for a range of companies as well as business schools, and her TEDx talk has more than 7 million views on YouTube. Jennifer lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their two little superstars, Dylan and Sydney.In this episode, Michael and Jennifer discuss how to make a big change in your life, why motivation is BS, and how to live more intentionally.

Jennifer Cohen is an entrepreneur, podcaster, educator and bestselling author. Her latest book, Bigger Better Bolder hit #1 in business on Amazon and the Wall Street Journal Bestselling list. She’s been a long-time authority in health and wellness where she has co-founded numerous companies, including No Gym Required and Hot 5, which was acquired by Weight Watchers.Jennifer has well established expertise and experience in branding and non-traditional marketing working as a spokesperson and advisor to companies like Celsius, Tonal , BLK Water, Tru Niagen, Nike, and Proctor & Gamble. Her podcast “Habits and Hustle” is regularly ranked in the top 10 business podcasts in the world on Apple podcasts and is widely regarded for helping thousands of people with their wellness and productivity. Some past guests include, Mark Cuban, Simon Sinek, Mathew McConaughy, Chelsea Handler, Tony Robbins and many more.Jennifer is also an in-demand motivational speaker for a range of companies as well as business schools, and her TEDx talk has more than 7 million views on YouTube. Jennifer lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their two little superstars, Dylan and Sydney.In this episode, Michael and Jennifer discuss the pros and cons of having a high amount of daily habits, how to meditate if you struggle staying still, and the power of movement for positive mental health.

On Episode 71 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, our founder, Michael Chernow, is back with another solo show!Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.He believes that the key to an epic and productive morning starts the night before — with a great wind down routine.In this episode, Michael discusses his evening routine, the breathwork practices that will help you relax your mind and body, and how he developed the formula for Knight Kap, Kreatures of Habit’s sleep formula, optimized for better relaxation, rest, and recovery (AVAILABLE NOW)!Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Jonathan Stein began working in real estate in 2015 after a career in private equity and touring with electronic rock band, Phantogram. A leader in the industry since his early days in 2021, Jonathan ranked among the top real estate agents nationwide. The Jonathan Stein Team was also established in 2021 – the same year this top-producing team was named “Top Downtown Team of the Year."In this episode, Michael and Jonathan discuss how to surround yourself with high caliber people, the integral components of lasting friendships, and the top tips for negotiating in business.

Saad Alam is the co-founder & CEO of Hone Health - the largest men’s hormone clinic in the country. Hone was founded with an unwillingness to accept that “aging” is interchangeable with “declining”. They don’t focus on turning back the clock or becoming who you used to be, because the real opportunity lies in helping you become the best you can be. Hone believes that our bodies can be optimized to reach their peak performance, for whatever it is that matters in your life. Whether it’s running an Iron Man at 45, or running in the backyard with your kids after a day in the office.Hone does this through the cutting-edge healthcare platform that offers personalized care with data driven insights, licensed physician consultations, and medications, all from home.In this episode, Michael and Saad discuss the first thing you should do every single morning, how to handle and embrace difficult conversations, and the best way to remedy problems in a long-term relationship.

Dr. Jason Wersland is the inventor of Theragun and Founder and Chief Wellness Officer of Therabody. He is deeply involved in Therabody’s R&D process, leading a team of scientists and engineers in creating the brand’s full ecosystem of award-winning wellness technologies. Dr. Jason has dedicated his life to helping people heal, including giving people access to products that can enhance their health and well-being.In this episode, Michael and Jason discuss how to perfect the hours before you go to sleep, the latest technology that will help optimize your deep sleep, and the benefits of being hyper-focused on mental and physical recovery.

Michael Chernow, founder of Kreatures of Habit, is back with another solo episode!Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable.It’s no secret that one of the most important habits in your life is your morning routine. But what happens if you slip up on your routine due to circumstances outside of your control?In this episode, Michael discusses how to balance your dedication to positive habits with the flexibility you need to handle life’s inevitable chaos.Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel, or listen wherever you get your podcasts!

Ben has coached multiple world champions, written two best selling books, and is the host of the popular podcast "Chasing Excellence.”He is the owner of one of the most successful CrossFit gyms in the world and the founder of CompTrain, a training program for hard chargers to hone their bodies and minds.Ben does all of this while being a father of four who does not miss a kid's practice, game, or family dinner.In this episode, Michael and Ben discuss why anybody in the world will benefit from CrossFit, the importance of patience in the world of fitness, and the power of mental fortitude as an athlete.

Monica Richards is a former farm girl turned eco-friendly interior designer and trained Hollywood TV Host who launched her lifestyle brand, ecobabe, to empower people to live more sustainably with credence that what they do matters. In addition to the ecobabe blog, YouTube channel and shop, Monica provides Sustainability Consultations for homeowners and brands, as well as Zero Waste and Composting Workshops for companies and groups worldwide. She also co-founded Better Collective - a membership driven, inclusive community built with 'together for a better world' at its core. Throughout her hosting career, Monica has reported on rounds of red carpets and press junkets, while starring in commercials and online news shows with many a viral video. Currently, Monica is the face of Better Earth, where she hosts a popular solar education series, with more climate projects in development and the launch of a positive climate news program on its way. Monica's North Star is to evolve sustainable living into daily life with community education, while connecting cultures with nature (and with one another) to support the healing of our Earth and all who reside here. In this episode, Michael and Monica discuss small habits you can follow to live more sustainably, the transformative power of alchemy, and how to improve your inner space.

Episode 64 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Kreatures of Habit founder Michael Chernow’s appearance on Mile 40 Podcast. From pit to peak, Mile 40 Podcast, hosted by Bishoy Tadros, explores navigation techniques to overcome any obstacle: personal, professional, or on the playing field. In this episode, Michael and Bishoy discuss how to turn your traumas into positives, actionable tips to carve out more time for family and friends, and how your diet affects your mental state.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Danny Meyer grew up in a family that relished great food and hospitality. Thanks to his father’s travel business, which designed custom European trips, Danny spent much of his childhood eating, visiting near and far-off places, and sowing the seeds for his future passion. In 1985, at the age of 27, Danny opened his first restaurant, Union Square Cafe, launching what would become a lifelong career in hospitality.Thirty years later, Danny’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) comprises some of New York’s most beloved and acclaimed restaurants, including Gramercy Tavern, The Modern, Maialino, and more. Danny and USHG founded Shake Shack, the modern-day “roadside” burger restaurant, which became a public company in 2015. USHG also offers large-scale event services, foodservice solutions for public and private institutions, industry consulting, and educational programming.Under Danny’s leadership, USHG is renowned not only for its acclaimed restaurants but also for its distinctive and celebrated culture of Enlightened Hospitality. This guiding principle of prioritizing employees first and foremost has driven and shaped USHG’s ongoing evolution from a small group of restaurants into a multi-faceted hospitality organization.Danny and USHG’s diverse ventures have added to the hospitality dialogue in many contexts including dining options in museums, sports arenas, and cultural institutions, as well as prescient investments in burgeoning neighborhoods.Danny’s groundbreaking business book, Setting the Table (HarperCollins, 2006), a New York Times Bestseller, articulates a set of signature business and life principles that translate to a wide range of industries. A celebrated speaker and educator, Danny has set industry standards in areas such as hiring practices, innovative leadership, and corporate responsibility and addresses a wide range of audiences on such topics around the country.Danny has been generously recognized for his leadership, business achievements, and humanitarianism, including the 2017 Julia Child Award, the 2015 TIME 100 “Most Influential People” list, the 2012 Aspen Institute Preston Robert Tisch Award in Civic Leadership, the 2011 NYU Lewis Rudin Award for Exemplary Service to New York City, and the 2000 IFMA Gold Plate Award. Together, Danny and USHG’s restaurants and individuals have won an unprecedented 28 James Beard Awards, including Outstanding Restaurateur (2005) and Who’s Who of Food and Beverage in America (1996).Danny and his wife, Audrey, live in New York City and have four children.In this episode, Michael and Danny discuss how to build a company culture, tips for working in the service industry, and why you should never ask someone “How are you?”

Michael Chernow, founder of Kreatures of Habit, is back with another solo episode. Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change — and how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable. It’s no secret that one of the most important habits in your life is your morning routine. In this episode, Michael discusses the three key components that will make your routine more efficient, regardless of where you are today. If you’re a high-performer looking to optimize your productivity within the first hour of your day, this episode is a must listen!

Brian is a high performer in every sense and is giving individuals and corporations an inside look at what it takes to operate on a high octane level. HPLT, Brian’s latest venture, specializes in providing IRL (in real life) experiences focusing on bringing out the best in every individual. Most importantly, Brian is a proud father and husband. With no intention of slowing down, he is destined to become an unstoppable force utilizing his personal brand and beyond. In this episode, Michael and Brian discuss the best job to have in your twenties, the benefits of surrounding yourself with driven people, and how to choose to be a savage.

Episode 60 of The Kreatures of Habit Podcast features Virginia native and Army veteran, Chase Chewning. Chase is a Virginia Commonwealth University alum, graduating from their Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science undergraduate program in 2013. Having completed his MS in Health Promotion from American University in Washington, DC he also holds the following credentials: ACE Certified Health Coach and TRX Certified Suspension Trainer. Living a life of wellness has always been a part of him - since growing up eating fresh food from his grandparents' garden, playing baseball throughout school and enjoying time in the mountains surrounding his family's southwest VA home. After six years of active duty, Chase was medically discharged from the military due a string of injuries that ultimately required him to have bilateral reconstructive hip surgeries. After learning how to walk again, twice, exercise as medicine and healthy lifestyle modifications became his passion. In this episode, Michael and Chase discuss how to truly prioritize your mental health, the importance of doing deep inner work, and the one thing everyone over 25 needs in their life.

A Virginia native and Army veteran, Chase is a Virginia Commonwealth University alum, graduating from their Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science undergraduate program in 2013. Having completed his MS in Health Promotion from American University in Washington, DC he also holds the following credentials: ACE Certified Health Coach and TRX Certified Suspension Trainer. Living a life of wellness has always been a part of him - since growing up eating fresh food from his grandparents' garden, playing baseball throughout school and enjoying time in the mountains surrounding his family's southwest VA home. After six years of active duty, Chase was medically discharged from the military due a string of injuries that ultimately required him to have bilateral reconstructive hip surgeries. After learning how to walk again, twice, exercise as medicine and healthy lifestyle modifications became his passion. In this episode, Michael and Chase discuss the hidden benefits of walking, one thing that will radically improve your sleep health, and why you must make YOURSELF your number one priority.

Kreatures of Habit founder and CEO Michael Chernow is back with another solo chat! In this episode, Michael discusses the three components that make journaling such a powerful additive to your life: growth, reflection, and action.

Kreatures of Habit founder and CEO Michael Chernow leads an important conversation about the power of being resilient in your life and in your career. In this episode, Michael discusses the power of knowing when to push through a difficult situation, when to remove yourself from a toxic situation, and how to remain teachable in both scenarios.

Episode 56 of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast is a special one. Our founder, Michael Chernow, was invited to be a guest on the GaryVee Audio Experience late last year. In this episode, Michael chops it up with Gary Vaynerchuk, serial entrepreneur, Chairman of VaynerX, CEO of VaynerMedia, CEO of VeeFriends, 5x NYT Bestselling Author, and Kreatures of Habit investor. They discuss Michael’s journey as an entrepreneur, how to live your life with unbridled optimism, and why small wins are the foundation to your success.

Michael Chernow is a Serial Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Podcast Host and expert in the world of wellness, fitness and nutrition. Most recently, Michael founded and launched Kreatures of Habit, an in-your-face lifestyle and wellness brand, reimagining how you establish healthy habits in your life. After years in the restaurant business in NYC, he realized that his calling was to be of service in a more personal way, with the ability to impact more lives. Honoring his 17 years of sobriety by launching his newest venture, Michael’s goal with KOH was to create easily-accessible nutritional products that are rooted in adopting the positive habits that transformed his life, and allowed him to replace alcohol with the nutrition and fitness he needed. Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change, how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable. He’s a firm believer that every time we replace a bad habit with a good one, big or small, the greater a chance we have to live our best lives. In this episode, Michael walks you through his morning routine and equips you with the blueprint to optimize yours.

Wes Pfiffner is a member of Joovvs leadership team and leads all their marketing efforts. Wes has a background in marketing and is a self-described “complete nerd” when it comes to all things health and fitness related. In this episode, Michael and Wes discuss the powers of red light therapy, hacks to fix your bad posture, and the benefits of early morning sunlight exposure.

Tim has been coaching celebrities and athletes and their mental/wellness journeys for years now, and I trust that his thoughts on this month's significance will bring shining light to the show! Whether it's his work with the NFL or celebrities, Tim has become a worldwide name in the personal development and wellness space. Tim has his latest book out entitled the Power of 1440 (Making the most of every minute in a day) and has been able to lean into the methodology behind making the most of each day - especially when it comes to how each of us aim to prioritize what matters most to us in a noisy and busy world. Tim is a gifted communicator,  popular thought leader, and bestselling author who has the ability to communicate to people from all walks of life. His sense of humor, combined with his depth of knowledge in a verity of topics, gives the listener and reader the tools to transform their lives from the inside out. In this episode, Michael and Tim discuss how to become more present, keys to winning the first 15 minutes of your morning, and how to make greatness a practice.

Christian Harris is a husband, father, CrossFit athlete, entrepreneur, and coach. Four words Christian Harris lives by day in and day out are “Work Hard, Stay Humble.” Christian has been to the CrossFit Regionals five times and to the CrossFit Games in 2016. His team made it to the CrossFit Games in 2020, but due to COVID the games were canceled. He made the CrossFit Games in again in 2021, but due to an issue with a member of his team and a drug test he could not compete. His team MOVE FAST LIFT HEAVY came in 8th place in 2022. Christian plans to create at least two teams that will have major goals at the 2023 CrossFit Games in Wisconsin this summer. In this episode, Michael and Christian discuss sleep hacks to utilize if you differ from your partner’s sleeping habits, the importance of taking time for yourself every single day, and the one thing you should never forget to do when you train.

Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., FRC, PPSC, is the fitness director for the Men’s Health brand and a veteran personal trainer. He has more than a decade of experience. In-person, he’s worked with everyone from stay-at-home moms to firefighters to top NFL players like Terrell Owens and Terrell Davis. He’s also developed three workout video programs, including the best-selling New Rules of Muscle, and developed a reputation for delivering ultra-creative free workouts on instagram. Widely acknowledged as one of fitness’ brightest, most creative minds, he’s appeared on numerous podcasts and spoken before the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Prior to joining Men’s Health, he wrote about sports and video games for the New York Daily News, and he may be the only person in fitness who’s been quoted on ESPN and immortalized in a video game (Diablo 3). In this episode, Michael and Ebenezer discuss why being in shape doesn’t always mean you are healthy, how to train for aesthetics vs performance and the benefits of hybridizing your training.

A Greenwich Village native, James Kent started his culinary career as a summer apprentice at Bouley when he was fifteen years old. After taking classes at Le Cordon Bleu in London and Paris then graduating from Johnson and Wales, James moved back to New York where he spent time in the kitchens of some of New York’s most storied restaurants including Babbo and Jean-Georges. In the spring of 2007, James joined the team at Eleven Madison Park as a line cook and was quickly promoted to sous chef. In 2010, James placed first in the Bocuse d’Or USA Competition; he then represented the United States at the international finals of the Bocuse D'Or in Lyon, France the following year where he placed 10th in the world. When he returned to New York, James was named chef de cuisine of Eleven Madison Park. Under his leadership, EMP received nearly every accolade bestowed on a restaurant including four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin stars, and a coveted spot on the San Pellegrino list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. James was promoted to Executive Chef of the NoMad in the fall of 2013, the same year that it received one Michelin Star. He left The NoMad in 2017 to pursue his first solo project, an ambitious pair of restaurants in the landmark Art Deco building at 70 Pine Street in New York’s Financial District. James opened Crown Shy, the first of those restaurants, in March 2019. Just six months after opening, the restaurant was awarded a Michelin star. After 18 months of pandemic-related delays, the pair opened SAGA – a fine-dining restaurant in the tiered spire of the building–in August of 2021. In October 2022, SAGA was awarded two Michelin stars. James is an active supporter of a number of charities working to eradicate childhood hunger in New York City including No Kid Hungry and ReThink Food, for which he sits on the Chef’s Council. James has twice co-chaired the annual Chef’s Benefit dinner for Cookies for Kids Cancer, a nationally-recognized organization that provides funding for pediatric cancer research. And he’s a mentor for Ment’Or organization devoted to inspiring culinary excellence in young professionals and preserving the traditions and quality of cuisine in America. In this episode, Michael and James discuss the mindset of leading a team in a high-stress environment, the key to establishing a positive company culture, and how to carve out time for yourself every single day.

Meghan is a former Division I soccer player turned Fitness Coach and Model based in NYC. Growing up with parents older than most grandparents, she was constantly reminded from a young age how precious life is, and the importance to live in a body that functions for you and enhances your life rather than hold you back. She is passionate about educating and guiding others how to perform optimally at work and in life. Meghan programs long term solutions rather than quick fixes because small consistent changes create sustainable results. She believes everyone should train to be able to do the things they love, for as long as possible. Specializing in mobility, dynamic movement, and athletic strength and conditioning— she does not only strive to help people reach their goals, but also strives to educate people at a high level. Meghan is the founder and CEO of Take Off With Meg as well as a Global Master Trainer with Technogym. As a model and coach on set, Meghan has appeared in campaigns and digital collaborations with Under Armour, Reebok, Performix House, Finish Line, Adidas, Whoop, Therabody, MyProtein, BodyBuilding.com, Eight Sleep, SuperGreenTonik, LNDR, Beast Health, Nama CBD, and Happie Pills. She has been featured in Women’s Health, MindBodyGreen, POPSUGAR, Oxygen, Betches and The New York Times. She is proud to work with great brands that share a mission towards sustainability, human efficiency and performance. In this episode, Michael and Meghan discuss why women and men both benefit from strength training, why putting on muscle is so difficult (plus how to do it), and the one thing you should do every single day.

Brendan Fallis has become one of the most sought-after curators in the industry sitting at the intersection of entrepreneurship and culture as well as the ever-evolving digital landscape. Fallis creates highly engaged content across various platforms, collaborates with the world’s biggest brands, invests in the next big thing brands, speaks on panels and DJs at some of the most impactful events around the globe. Fallis’ success has gained global recognition. He has appeared in campaigns for major brands such as La Mer, Grey Goose, and Audemars Piguet. Because of his digital footprint, Brendan is often tasked to collaborate with brands from a content perspective where he integrates the brand using his curated aesthetic and shares that content with his highly influential audience. Fallis has been featured by publications such as GQ, Vogue, Mr. Porter and Men’s Health. A few years ago, Brendan began playing around with longer-form content via YouTube. He fell in love with the opportunity to showcase his life and work through a new lens. His YouTube Channel has since gained a cult-like following. Fallis shares behind the scenes content from his work, travels, and healthy lifestyle with his audience. He also shares insights into life as a husband to wife, Hannah Bronfman, and new parent to son, Preston. His dive into YouTube provided insight into how much his audience craves his content around home and renovation. This has led to Fallis’ latest venture, Fallis Studios, a creative design and e-commerce brand centered around home projects and a gentleman’s lifestyle. Fallis has also established himself as an investor. With his ethos of ‘people first’, he entrusts his network and relationships he has built to find deals, ideas, companies that align with his interests and are being powered by some incredibly brilliant minds and culturally relevant people.  With over 20 positions and building, he not only invests, but  finds himself advising a good amount of the companies as well giving him a market advantage when you add the social capital on top. All the above was built on the foundation of music.  Brendan started out as a DJ and has provided music for some of the most high-profile events and campaigns. He has worked with clients such as Absolut, Audi, Balmain, Chanel, GQ, Louis Vuitton, Samsung, Taco Bell, and Viacom, among others. Brendan gained worldwide attention from both the music and fashion industries for his production abilities when he created a track, “Day and All Night,” using Kate Moss’ vocals for Stuart Weitzman’s Fall 2013 Campaign.  From there birthed the concept of building an agency, PRE.VEYOR, which manages non-traditional talent and has been growing significantly since it was founded in 2012. In this episode, Michael and Brendan discuss how to optimize your sleep, tips for eating clean when you don’t want to, and actionable steps you can take to reverse aging.

Brendan Fallis has become one of the most sought-after curators in the industry sitting at the intersection of entrepreneurship and culture as well as the ever-evolving digital landscape. Fallis creates highly engaged content across various platforms, collaborates with the world’s biggest brands, invests in the next big thing brands, speaks on panels and DJs at some of the most impactful events around the globe. Fallis’ success has gained global recognition. He has appeared in campaigns for major brands such as La Mer, Grey Goose, and Audemars Piguet. Because of his digital footprint, Brendan is often tasked to collaborate with brands from a content perspective where he integrates the brand using his curated aesthetic and shares that content with his highly influential audience. Fallis has been featured by publications such as GQ, Vogue, Mr. Porter and Men’s Health. A few years ago, Brendan began playing around with longer-form content via YouTube. He fell in love with the opportunity to showcase his life and work through a new lens. His YouTube Channel has since gained a cult-like following. Fallis shares behind the scenes content from his work, travels, and healthy lifestyle with his audience. He also shares insights into life as a husband to wife, Hannah Bronfman, and new parent to son, Preston. His dive into YouTube provided insight into how much his audience craves his content around home and renovation. This has led to Fallis’ latest venture, Fallis Studios, a creative design and e-commerce brand centered around home projects and a gentleman’s lifestyle. Fallis has also established himself as an investor. With his ethos of ‘people first’, he entrusts his network and relationships he has built to find deals, ideas, companies that align with his interests and are being powered by some incredibly brilliant minds and culturally relevant people. With over 20 positions and building, he not only invests, but finds himself advising a good amount of the companies as well giving him a market advantage when you add the social capital on top.   All the above was built on the foundation of music. Brendan started out as a DJ and has provided music for some of the most high-profile events and campaigns. He has worked with clients such as Absolut, Audi, Balmain, Chanel, GQ, Louis Vuitton, Samsung, Taco Bell, and Viacom, among others. Brendan gained worldwide attention from both the music and fashion industries for his production abilities when he created a track, “Day and All Night,” using Kate Moss’ vocals for Stuart Weitzman’s Fall 2013 Campaign. From there birthed the concept of building an agency, PRE.VEYOR, which manages non-traditional talent and has been growing significantly since it was founded in 2012. In this episode, Michael and Brendan discuss how family changes the direction of your life, what becoming a parent will do to your relationship, and the best parenting tips for 2022 and beyond.

Michael Chernow is a Serial Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Podcast Host and expert in the world of wellness, fitness and nutrition. Most recently, Michael founded and launched Kreatures of Habit, an in-your-face lifestyle and wellness brand, reimagining how you establish healthy habits in your life. After years in the restaurant business in NYC, he realized that his calling was to be of service in a more personal way, with the ability to impact more lives. Honoring his 17 years of sobriety by launching his newest venture, Michael’s goal with KOH was to create easily-accessible nutritional products that are rooted in adopting the positive habits that transformed his life, and allowed him to replace alcohol with the nutrition and fitness he needed. Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change, how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable. He’s a firm believer that every time we replace a bad habit with a good one, big or small, the greater a chance we have to live our best lives. In this episode, Michael discusses the importance of radical communication for success in life, business, and relationships.

Zac Clark is an American mental health and addiction recovery advocate and the co-founder and CEO of Release Recovery, a New York-based addiction and mental health recovery program, and the founding board member for Release Recovery Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides scholarships for treatment to those who cannot afford it. In 2016 Clark founded Release Recovery, starting with one inpatient facility and expanding to three in the greater New York City area, offering customizable recovery plans including recovery coaching, sober companion, case management, safe transport and intervention services. In 2020, he developed the nonprofit arm, Release Recovery Foundation, which has funded the treatment of more than 35 individuals and has raised more than $1 million for addiction and mental health recovery. Additionally, Release Recovery Foundation has created scholarships specifically for the LGBTQ+ community, minorities, college students and women. As CEO of Release Recovery and a founding board member of Release Recovery Foundation, Clark is tasked with developing and executing business plans and maintaining the day-to-day operations of the program, inclusive of organizational expansion, staff development, fundraising and strategic planning. Clark currently is the chairman of the Caron Foundation New York Advisory board and Corporate board of trustees - where he himself also received treatment for substance abuse. Additionally, he is a key advisor for the organization and has established philanthropic initiatives through the Clark Family and the Release Recovery Foundation. The Caron Foundation offers recovery and referral services and educational resources for people leaving treatment, those in recovery, family members and educators. Clark is also on the board of Surfside Sober Living in Margate, NJ. In 2020, Clark was the final contestant ABC’s The Bachelorette, where he was given the final rose and addressed his sobriety on national television, making him a relatable, fan favorite. He went on to use his platform and following to raise awareness around important mental health and addiction issues and now serves as a motivational speaker, telling his story of redemption from substance abuse, mental health battles and how to lead a sober lifestyle. Clark has run 9 marathons and completed the coveted Goggins challenge, raising nearly two million dollars on behalf of Release Recovery Foundation and Caron Foundation for people in need of recovery tools and programs. A south Jersey native, Clark currently resides in New York City. In this episode, Michael and Clark discuss the importance of seizing every morning, how to deal with negative late night thoughts, and what small habits are essential to turning your life around.

Emily Abbate is a connector on a mission to empower women to live healthier, happier, and more motivated lives. Now an eleven-time marathoner and triathlete, the veteran wellness journalist (bylines include GQ, Well+Good, Glamour, and more) and former Fitness Editor at SELF Magazine wasn’t always kickstarting her days with runs around Central Park or leading workouts on Good Morning America. Emily went through a dramatic transformation in college, combatting negative self talk by integrating regular movement and healthier eating practices into her regular routine — ultimately losing 70 pounds and gaining a fresh perspective that catapulted her into a career in the health and fitness space. The wellness coach shares these experiences with her audience on Hurdle, acclaimed by The New York Times as “addictive,” with more than 7 million downloads to date. Featured in Health, Shape, andRunner’s World, Emily aims to empower her audience to feel less alone on their own wellness journeys, and does so through important conversations with everyone from elite athletes to top CEOs and founders. At the core of her mission is authenticity, which she brings not only to the show but also to her on-air commentary and keynote speeches. In this episode, Michael and Emily discuss the importance of implementing positive self-talk, why you learn the most from listening, and the benefits of movement every single day.

A nine year veteran of VaynerX, Tyler Schmitt is the General Manager of ONE37pm. Tyler oversees the organization across all content output & operations, including recruiting & hiring of talent and growth of the team from 10 to 45 in the past 12 months. Previously, Tyler served in the Office of the CEO for Gary Vaynerchuk and has been responsible for managing Gary's countless relationships, leading some of his efforts across web3, gaming & esports. With the growth of VaynerX over the years and its portfolio companies, Tyler serves as a conduit between the many internal organizations and Gary’s world. Prior to his time in Gary's office, Tyler served as Executive Assistant to former COO and Co-Founder of VaynerMedia, AJ Vaynerchuk. A graduate of Penn State University, Tyler resides in New York City. You can find him on instagram @Tyler. In this episode, Michael and Tyler discuss when it’s okay to “quit,” why you should make your bed every single morning, and how your habits dictate your identity.

With over 12 years of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. Brand ambassador for Michelob ULTRA and Fitaid, Technogym Master Trainer, host of the Fitaid Morning Show, Michelob ULTRA MOVEMENT Fitness Festival, Model Beach Volleyball, and more, Santucci has established himself as a force within the fitness space. He has collaborated with industry titans across the health, wellness, and lifestyle space such as Reebok, Under Armour, Adidas, ASICS, Rhone, Melin, Nocco, Cellucor, Bodybulding.com, CrossFit, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Precision Nutrition, Nautica, TimeOut, Gregory’s Coffee, Get Joy and more. Kenny has also shared his training approach and wellness philosophy with features in top health and wellness publications such as Shape Magazine, Men’s Health Magazine, Men’s Journal, Runner's World, Well+Good, Askmen.com, Reebok.com, and Women’s Health Magazine to name a few. Kenny lives his mantra of helping others well beyond the walls of the gym. He is the creator of Strong New York, NYC's biggest fitness and wellness festival, an event that brings together the community to learn, workout, experience, and connect on all things wellness. You can find Kenny at The Strength Club, his private training facility in the heart of Manhattan located on 28th and 5th Ave in New York City. In this episode, Michael and Kenny discuss how to take control of your own life, why your past does not dictate your future, and the difference between being an asshole and being direct.

Michael Chernow is a Serial Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Podcast Host and expert in the world of wellness, fitness and nutrition. Most recently, Michael founded and launched Kreatures of Habit, an in-your-face lifestyle and wellness brand, reimagining how you establish healthy habits in your life. After years in the restaurant business in NYC, he realized that his calling was to be of service in a more personal way, with the ability to impact more lives. Honoring his 17 years of sobriety by launching his newest venture, Michael’s goal with KOH was to create easily-accessible nutritional products that are rooted in adopting the positive habits that transformed his life, and allowed him to replace alcohol with the nutrition and fitness he needed. Michael launched KOH because he wanted to share his belief in habits through his personal story of change, how our habits determine whether we are going to be successful in our personal and professional lives, just get by, or worse, be miserable. He’s a firm believer that every time we replace a bad habit with a good one, big or small, the greater a chance we have to live our best lives. In this episode, Michael discusses his detailed morning routine — the foundation of his success.

Richie has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years, owning and operating his own gym in Hoboken, NJ. He is a former Professional MMA fighter who trains professional fighters, athletes and celebrities, including Justin Bieber, and recently cornering UFC Champ and #1 female fighter in the world Valentina Shevchenko for her last 5 title defenses. Richie was a former Division 1 wrestler who also holds a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under legendary Marcelo Garcia. Richie also owns his own Real Estate Brokerage, Prestige Property Group in Montclair, NJ, helping over 40 agents grow their brand and business. With everything that Richie does, he knows the importance of routine and healthy, daily habits. He believes that the only way to grow his brand and businesses is through daily consistent habits. In this episode, Michael and Richie discuss what the discipline of martial arts will teach you, the importance of attacking your fears, and why you will never quit if you have this one thing.

Josh Bridges is a 6 time elite CrossFit games athlete, former navy seal, father of two boys and Founder of Good Dudes Coffee. In this episode, we discuss how to hold yourself accountable, the key to starting your day with something you don’t want to do, the importance of getting enough sleep, and the habits that have changed Josh’s life. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Evan Haines, MA, is a co-founder of Oro House Recovery Centers, voted by Newsweek and Statista, Inc. as one of the very best dual-diagnosis addiction treatment centers in America.  Evan has a Master’s Degree in Community Development Planning from the University of British Columbia, and is currently a doctoral candidate at Pacifica Graduate Institute’s Clinical Psychology Program, specializing in depth psychology. Along with his fellow Oro House co-founder and longtime friend, Bob Forrest, Evan is the author of the book, Can America Recover? Reimagining the Drug Problem. In this episode, Michael and Evan discuss how to balance chaos with habits, why you should question the things that make you feel bad, and how to create a better world for yourself.

Sal Di Stefano is a personal trainer, co-founder of Mind Pump Media, and co-host of Mind Pump, an online radio show/podcast that is dedicated to providing truthful fitness and health information. Sal picked up his first weight at the age of 14. A painfully skinny teenager, he felt insecure about his physique and his lack of muscle and strength. Fitness was a way for him to apply hard work and effort towards changing and re-inventing himself. A natural intellect, Sal devoured every fitness, physiology and nutrition publication he could get his hands on. His appetite for knowledge is voracious and he used his passion for learning to maximize his own body’s potential. Four years later, Sal walked into his local 24 Hour Fitness gym and applied to be a personal trainer. He quickly became a top performer and, at the age of 19 was promoted to the position of general manager with as many as 40 employees working under him. During this period of time, Sal learned to master skills of sales, marketing and communication and his gyms broke records in sales and production. At the age of 22, Sal became an entrepreneur. He opened a wellness and personal trainer facility that offered one on one training, massage therapy, nutritional counseling, hormone testing and acupuncture. At the age of 28 Sals health took a bad turn. The years of training his own personal body with excessive amounts of intensity in the pursuit of more muscle combined with the abuse of supplements caused his body to rebel. He lost 15lbs of muscle and at one point believed he may have an autoimmune disorder. This forced Sal to change his personal approach to fitness. He made health a priority and he visited his insecurities that caused him to abuse his body. It took him a full year of study and learning to transform yet again. Sal learned about gut health, hormone health and how to prioritize health over appearance. He healed his body and changed how he communicates fitness and health and was re-invigorated with a new sense of purpose. Although this was a challenging time for him, it is literally what formed his view on health and how he communicates it to this day. At 33 years old Sal met Doug Egge who became his client. They formed a close friendship and together they created the first Muscular Adaptation Programming System (MAPS) program. Sal was the designer of the workout plan and Doug created the marketing material behind it. Their goal was to shatter the failed muscle building workout ideas that Sal had personally witnessed as entirely ineffective. They knew that MAPS programming would be vastly superior. Their challenge was how to bring this to the masses. 2 years later Sal met Adam and Justin and together with Doug they started Mind Pump. The goal with Mind Pump was simple...bring quality fitness and health information to the masses with integrity and honesty. Sal wanted to shift the direction of the fitness industry from an aesthetic insecurity based industry to a self love and self care health industry. He knew this could be accomplished with education through entertainment. In this episode, Michael and Sal discuss the percentage that nutrition matters in sculpting your ideal body, how to develop a faster metabolism, and why there’s no such thing as motivation (plus, the solution for that). Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Shizu Okusa is the Founder & CEO of Apothékary, a plant-based farmacy that couples traditional medicine with modern day ailments, offering natural alternatives to over-the-counter drugs and beauty products.  The company was established in 2019 and has since expanded their business beyond the US and now in 22+ countries worldwide.  Shizu started her entrepreneurial journey in the health & wellness industry eight years ago with her first company, JRINK. She launched and bootstrapped the cold-pressed juice brand in 2013 and since scaled and ultimately sold the company to a strategic buyer in 2019.  On “the side”, she also angel invests in (mostly) female led companies. Pre entrepreneurship, she was a former investment banker at Goldman Sachs and The World Bank Group's private equity division, IFC Asset Management Company. Shizu graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2010 as a Leslie Wong Fellow with a Bachelors of Commerce in Finance.  In this episode, Michael and Shizu discuss why guilt and shame are useless feelings, the benefits of removing conversational texting during the day, and why you should write down your fears. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Jason McCarthy is the Founder & CEO of GORUCK. He served in Special Forces after 9/11, and founded GORUCK in West Africa with a napkin sketch for a rucksack that could thrive in Baghdad and NYC. He has overseen its growth from living out of a truck driving to all 48 contiguous states with his dog to running 1,000 events a year and managing 350 GORUCK Clubs all over the world. He proudly serves on the Board of Directors of the Green Beret Foundation. In this episode, Michael and Jason discuss the importance of having a real world community, how to develop more specific goals, and the steps to take to reverse engineer the life you want to live. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

CEO & Founder Erik Huberman launched Hawke Media in 2014. Now valued at over $150 million, Hawke Media is the fastest growing marketing consultancy agency in the United States. Prior to its launch, Erik successfully founded, grew, and sold two e-commerce companies by the age of 26. Erik has since continued to strategically expand his business portfolio inclusive of a handful of company acquisitions, the 2018 launch of Hawke Ventures which reached a closed single fund of $5.6 million, the 2020 launch of his own podcast, HawkeTalk, the 2021 launch of HawkeZ, an agency offering brands the tools needed to tap into GenZ and most recently authored his own book, The Hawke Method, becoming a national bestseller. As a serial entrepreneur and marketing expert, Erik has been recognized by his industry peers through honors and awards including, Forbes Magazine’s 30Under30, CSQ’s 40Under40, and Inc. Magazine’s Top 25 Marketing Influencers just to name a few. In this episode, Michael and Erik discuss how to overcome anxiety as an entrepreneur, the importance of separating yourself from your business, and why great CEOs are always on the offensive. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Mr. Lil One, aka Uno aka Tha Boogieman Himself, is one of the Latin rap industry's premier players. He is truly a prolific and accomplished artist. With over 20 years in the industry and over twenty albums and projects, he has established himself as a leader and frontrunner in the game. From his first album, Once in a Decade in 1996, through Wasted Days and Wasted Nights and the trend-setting 13th Scorn, Uno has built a tremendous and loyal fan base that is consistent and supportive. Uno has continued his journey being outspoken on his growth and sobriety through his social media platform including his podcast The Telescope Room, which is based on being victorious from despair.  In this episode, Michael and Uno chop it up about the difference between being conscious and alert, how to not take things personally, and one book that will change your life. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Greg Scheinman helps men maximize middle age, through one-on-one performance & mindset coaching and a weekly kickass podcast and newsletter, he challenges men in their 30s through 50s to live better, happier, healthier, wealthier and stronger.   He is the author of The Midlife Male; A No BS Guide to maximizing middle age, a keynote speaker and most importantly, a husband and father.     In this episode, Greg and Michael talk about the right time to change shit in your life, how to reverse engineer what you want in five years, and why you can come home at 5pm and still be successful. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order. 

Ray “Cash” Care is a Navy SEAL veteran with multiple combat zone tours which provided both high and low profile security protection for various government agencies. At age 11 Ray’s father was murdered, leaving Ray angry and without direction until he learned about the elite Navy SEALs.  Upon leaving the SEAL Teams and CIA, Ray turned his passion and SEAL Team experience to the world of self-improvement and team building. He has become an accomplished team building expert and speaker on topics ranging from fitness and building high functioning teams to organizational transformation.  Ray has teamed up with Bedros Keuilian, entrepreneur and New York Times Best Selling Author, and created The Squire Program, a father and son experience designed to restore healthy masculinity in young men. Ray is also the Lead Instructor for “The Project,” a 75hr fully immersive life changing course. This course pushes men to their physical, mental, emotional limits to help them realize their highest self. However Ray’s true passion is working with young men in The Squire Program and helping them develop into capable and confident leaders of the future.  In this powerful episode, Michael and Ray talk about the role men have in society, one thing you should NOT do every night, and the mindset shift all successful people go through. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Steve Eckert is a Personal Discipline and Development Accountability Coach. He is a United States Marine, Entrepreneur, Husband, and Father. His unique style of blending Military Leadership, strategies and tactics, with the mindset and methods of an entrepreneur, combined with running at home businesses with his wife full time, have helped over 20,000 clients achieve Results and Life Transformations, over the past 22 years. He has built several successful companies and brands from scratch in the Coaching and Fitness industries.  Steve is an Instructor and Co-Founder of the Men's Personal Development program called the Project as well as the Father and Son rite of passage experience called The Squire Program. Steve's way of Life is to have a No Excuses, Role Model Mindset.  Operate to Dominate in your Discipline, Energy, Confidence, Action, and being your Freak self always remembering, You Are F@cking Awesome! In this episode, Michael and Steve chop it up about the power of morning affirmations, why what you do in the morning dictates how the rest of your day will unfold, and why you should always have something fearful to look forward to. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Everything Michael Brandt does is fast and intense. Aside from being the CEO and co-founder of Health Via Modern Nutrition (H.V.M.N.), he cruises through marathons at a cool 6-minute mile pace. With the launch of Ketone-IQ, Michael and his team created an entirely new category of ketone shots, which have taken over elite sports and high-end workplaces. Michael has quickly scaled the business to multi-million dollars in revenue, including a $6MM contract with the US Department of Defense. As CEO, Michael is focused on cultivating a world-class team and increasing education and access to metabolic health & performance. Michael majored in computer science and product design at Stanford. He scored 99th percentile on his GMAT but decided to skip business school and go straight into entrepreneurship. Prior to starting H.V.M.N. he was a professor of brand strategy at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. Michael and his cofounder were awarded Forbes 30 Under 30. Outside of work, Michael is an avid triathlete and holds a 2:42 personal record for the marathon. He lives with his wife and daughter in LA. In this episode, Chernow and Brandt discuss the value of a living an 80/20 lifestyle, what to NOT do during the first hour of every morning, and how to combat work-life burnout. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Erin Alejandrino is a men’s lifestyle and transformation coach. He takes PAM (the Passive Aggressive Man) and turns him into a High Value Man. He is a man of faith and student of fitness, instructor, and Co-founder of The Modern Day Knight Project, a men's 75-hour personal development experience. He’s also a co-founder for The Squire Program, a father and son rite of passage. In this episode, Michael and Erin talk about the easiest life hack everyone can do, how to break the habit of avoidance, and the steps you must take in order to transform your life. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Danielle DuBoise is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Sakara Life, the wellness and lifestyle brand rooted in nutrition. Sakara Life provides all the tools for people to love their bodies in order to live a mindful, healthy life, delivering millions of meals in 2019. She is the author of National Bestseller “Eat Clean Play Dirty,” along with Sakara co-founder Whitney Tingle. Hailing from the spiritual mecca of Sedona, Arizona, Danielle came to New York City as a chemistry collegiate. Supporting herself through school as an actress and model, she suffered from a dysfunctional cycle of body image issues and uncomfortable weight fluctuations from yo-yo dieting, leaving her dissatisfied with her own body. Danielle thought the key to health and happiness was tracking calories and cutting carbs to lose pounds. After studying a pre-medicine track, she realized that medicine couldn’t heal her issues with food. A desire to learn more about using food as medicine led her to study at the renowned Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN), in order to leverage the power of food as medicine. After graduating from the program and learning to transform her own relationship to her body and food, Danielle combined her personal experience with her nutrition expertise to create a philosophy that has helped thousands of individuals change their lives through the healing powers of food. DuBoise and Tingle have been honored in Forbes' 30 under 30, MindBodyGreen's 100 Women in Wellness and Oprah's SuperSoul 100. Their debut cookbook, Eat Clean Play Dirty, debuted in 2019, teaches readers to make signature Sakara dishes in their own kitchens. In this episode, Michael and Danielle discuss the pros and cons of intermittent fasting, the key to having a healthy your relationship with food, and how to use your “why” to say “no.” Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Chris "Bernie" Bernard, is a CPG expert and investor with over 20 years experience in apparel, outdoor, and most recently packaged foods.  His latest project, Mindright, pairs Brain-boosting nootropic ingredients with delicious superfoods to support your mood, energy, and focus. Mindright seeks to support the conversation around mental health and strengthening your mindset on your path to success. In this episode, Michael and Bernie chat about the keys to a healthy long-term relationship, how your level of self-care affects your performance, and how to develop stronger perseverance in life and in business. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Alex Taylor is the Co-Founder of Perelel, a DTC, subscription-based vitamin brand that supports women throughout their motherhood journey. Prior to founding Perelel, she served as president and executive editor-in-chief for Clique Media, the parent company of Who What Wear, Byrdie, and MyDomaine, where she was responsible for leading the company through its strongest period of revenue and audience growth, as well as scaling the company across three continents and raising two rounds of funding. She has served in roles at Vogue, Rogers & Cowan, L'Oréal, Google and URBN’s Free People, and has been recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30. In this episode, Michael and Alex discuss how to make health more convenient, the power of doing one very simple thing, and why slowing down is a good thing. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Case Kenny is an entrepreneur, mindfulness expert, host, and founder of the top 25 Apple podcast New Mindset, Who Dis. Beloved by some of today’s biggest celebrities including Hailey Bieber, Sophia Bush, and Lucy Hale and featured on Good Morning America, you might recognize him from his viral coffee cup and post-it quotes on Instagram, which have been shared by millions and featured by Complex, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan and many more. Created in 2018, Kenny’s podcast New Mindset, Who Dis features his short, no-B.S.take on all things mindfulness in a relatable way, empowering people to be happier and live more fulfilling lives by changing their mindsets in all areas of life spanning from self-worth and empowerment to dating and relationships, career advice and more. Before leaving his full-time career at the end of 2021, Kenny worked in sales for 8 years at Amobee, a top advertising technology platform. Kenny graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2011 with a double B.A. in Chinese (East Asian languages + cultures) and Arabic (Middle Eastern studies). He currently resides in Chicago, IL. In this episode, Michael and Case talk about how to deal with negative thoughts, the importance of simplifying how you look at the world, and the key to balancing ambition and gratitude. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Jacob Zemer is a performance coach and speaker based in the New York City area. He has over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and coaches a wide variety of clientele, from CEOs to former professional athletes. His primary role as a coach is to hold people accountable. He helps working professionals channel what made them successful in their careers into their health, appearance, and performance. He is ruthless in his dedication to help them show up as their best selves. Jacob focuses on an application-based approach to coaching, nutrition and workouts. This isn’t about never going out to dinner and never eating a carb again. Instead, it’s a focus on moderation and doing what it takes to reach optimal health and get in the best shape of your life regardless of age. Jacob has 12 certifications ranging from EXOS Performance Specialist to Precision Nutrition, and also offers unprecedented access to the best doctors and wellness professionals in the industry to ensure his clients exceed their health and fitness goals. In this episode, Michael and Jacob discuss why delayed gratification is so beneficial in life, how to establish a healthy diet that is easy to follow, and the perspective that will change how you look at your life. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Blake Holman is the Founder and CEO of Blake Holman Fitness. Blake has helped transform hundreds of clients’ lives through his online coaching program, private training services in NYC, and virtual training. He is quickly becoming one of the industry’s most highly respected and reputable experts. Blake is renowned for transforming the bodies of men and women around the world, and his clients include some of NYC’s top executives and entrepreneurs. His signature workouts are based on the principles of strength training, empowering his clients and producing massive results. Blake has been in the fitness industry for over 6 years and has worked with some of the top companies around the globe including Bodybuilding.com, C4 Energy, Ghost Lifestyle, EVL Sports, MyProtein, BodyArmor, VADE Nutrition, and many more. In doing so, Blake has been able to travel across the country to fitness expos and has created an extensive network across the entire industry. He has also built his Instagram account to a community of over 230,000 followers where he shares motivational content, fitness tips, and much more. Blake has been featured in Muscle and Fitness, Status Fitness Magazine, New York Weekly, AskMen, The American Reporter, and the Los Angeles Wire. In this episode, Michael and Blake talk about the importance of fitness vs nutrition, how to stick to a healthy diet, and the style of fitness most influential in transforming your physique. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Will Ahmed is the Founder and CEO of WHOOP, which has developed next generation wearable technology for optimizing human performance and health. WHOOP members include professional athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, fitness enthusiasts, military personnel, frontline workers and a broad range of people looking to improve their performance. WHOOP has raised more than $400 million from top investors and is valued at $3.6 billion, making it the most valuable standalone wearables company in the world. Ahmed has recruited an active advisory board that consists of some of the world’s most notable cardiologists, technologists, marketers, and designers. Ahmed was recently named to the 2021 Sports Business Journal 40 under 40 list as well as 2020 Fortune 40 Under 40 Healthcare list and previously named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40. Ahmed founded WHOOP as a student at Harvard, where he captained the Men’s Varsity Squash Team and graduated with an A.B. in government. In this episode, Michael and Will discuss the benefits of cryotherapy, how to optimize your exercise routine, and the most important thing that’s helped Will build a $4.6 billion company. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Nicky Gathrite is the leading marketer in the Los Angeles area. Some people know Nicky from the MTV show "Fear Factor," a reality TV show where people take on challenges to overcome their fears. But for most, Nicky Gathrite is one of the founders of Unruly Agency, the leading branding and marketing agency for female models and influencers. Through Unruly Agency, Nicky helps talented models create timeless campaigns that drive traffic boost sales and keep their fans coming back for more. With a drive for innovation and knowledge of human behavior, Nicky and his team scale audiences beyond what they can do on their own. Nicky currently manages some of the biggest names in the world of Instagram modeling, and his popularity on Instagram has grown tremendously in recent times. With more than 35,000 followers of his own, Nicky has a reputation for excellence that has generated millions for the models he manages. In this episode, Michael and Nicky chat about the benefit of setting time aside every day to educate yourself, a small thing that can have a big impact on your relationships, and how to harness the power of your ego. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

An entrepreneur since the age of 21, Gino has had an obsession for learning what makes businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. At 25 he took over his family business, which was deeply in debt and in need of help. After turning the company around and running it for seven years, he and his partners successfully sold the company. Gino then set out to help entrepreneurs and leaders get what they want from their businesses. Based on his years of real-world experience, he created the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a practical method for helping companies achieve greatness. He has personally delivered more than 1,900 full-day sessions for more than 135 companies, helping them implement EOS. He is also the author of the award-winning, best-selling book Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business, which has sold over 1 million copies, as well as five other books in the Traction Library that have sold almost 2 million copies. Gino is the founder of EOS Worldwide, an organization that helps tens of thousands of businesses implement EOS with the aid of an international team of over 450 professional and certified EOS Implementers and online support. There are over 130,000 companies using the EOS tools worldwide. In this episode, Michael and Gino talk about the meditation method that will give you the most impactful results, the power of saying “NO,” and the importance of thinking with a 10-year mindset. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Alex Silver-Fagan wants to help you work IN and not just work OUT. As the creator and founder of her own method: Flow Into Strong, an RKC  Kettlebell specialist, 350hr registered yoga teacher, and former Nike Master Trainer, Alex has found that the journey really begins when we come back home to ourselves with movement. It’s her goal to not only enhance your appreciation for both yoga and strength, but also to help you develop a true conversation with yourself. By establishing this presence, you will truly have the tools to live your best life. She is also a mental health advocate, published author, and personality who’s mission in life is to help others recognize how strong they really are. In this episode, Michael and Alex discuss what real happiness feels like, the importance of having a healthy relationship with food, and what type of food might affect your mental health. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Bedros Keuilian is the founder and President of Fit Body Boot Camp, three times listed on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 500 fastest growing franchises in the world. He’s also the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Seller, “Man Up,” and known as the hidden genius behind many of the top businesses, entrepreneurs and thought leaders. His list of clients include New York Times best-selling authors, celebrities, NFL athletes, Navy SEALS and massive social influencers who turn to him when they want to create highly profitable brands and businesses. An immigrant from a communist country turned hugely successful entrepreneur and peak performance coach, Bedros uses the stage, TV, and social media to share his Immigrant Edge and American Dream story to help inspire audiences worldwide to reach their fullest potential in business and in life. In this episode, Michael and Bedros talk about the keys to sticking with great habits seven days a week, how to recover from a bad day, and the surprisingly powerful effect breathwork has on your nervous system. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Johannes Quodt is the co-founder and co-CEO of Koio, a modern luxury footwear brand. At Koio, Johannes oversees the brand’s creative direction and design, marketing, manufacturing, and business development. Prior to founding Koio, Johannes worked as a management consultant for McKinsey and Company in Zurich, Switzerland. He earned his MBA at the Wharton School, from which he graduated as a Palmer Scholar. Johannes also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Switzerland’s University of St. Gallen, and an MSC in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics. Johannes was born in Munich, Germany, and grew up in a small village at the foot of the Bavarian Alps. Outside of the office, Johannes enjoys exercising, meditating, flying a Cessna 182, and playing the guitar. In this episode, Michael and Johannes discuss the benefits of a water-only fast, how to overcome struggles with mediation, and the pros and cons of caffeine consumption. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Chris Parnell is a strength and muscle building coach based in NYC, and currently a natural Men’s Physique competitor. When he’s not competing, he’s providing the most optimal training experience for high-profile clientele in Soho, New York. Chris had success at his first physique show and continues to diet and work on his bodybuilding for the next upcoming season. He placed third in his division and his goal is to become pro in 2022. Competing has been a major growth experience for Chris and helped him gain new clients in the fitness space, including fitness professionals. Chris currently guides his peers with dieting for weight loss/fat loss or muscle gain. When Chris isn’t moving that iron or measuring his macros, he’s writing his thoughts down and recording it over some beats. He and his friends make rap music together and are currently working on a project for the summer of 2022. In this episode, Michael and Chris talk about how to find out what you’re passionate about, the number one way to take control of your day, and a super valuable piece of nutritional advice. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Erica Huss & Zoe Sakoutis are the Co-Founders of Earth & Star, a functional mushroom company that brings the immune supporting benefits of adaptogenic mushrooms into the daily routines of their consumers through ready-to-drink lattes, coffee, and chocolate. As the founders of BluePrint Cleanse, the duo has a proven track record of success in the wellness space, successfully scaling and taking it from infancy to sale in just five years, without any outside investment. With Earth & Star, the two entrepreneurs successfully conceptualized a way to make functional mushrooms as accessible and delicious as possible to the masses, emphasizing the benefits in supporting immunity, energy and focus when integrated into a daily routine. In this episode, we discuss hacks to have a better sleep, the difference between responding and reacting, and the key to making good decisions throughout the day. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Jon Bier is a 15+ year marketing and public relations veteran and CEO/Founder of Jack Taylor PR, a boutique communications agency with offices in Brooklyn, NY and Venice, CA. He is also the co-founder of Little Wolf Whiskey and Den BK Photo Studio. Jon is a bar-admitted, non-practicing attorney and Adjunct Professor of Marketing at New York University.  He holds a BA with a Major in Philosophy from University of Toronto and a Juris Doctor from Bond University in Queensland, Australia. In this episode, we talk about how to be productive and avoid busy work, the power of saying “no,” and what it really means to love yourself. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Katie and Lauren are the co-founders of HigherDOSE. Katie is a former investor and fitness enthusiast and her co-founder, Lauren, is a trained nutritionist and health coach. After meeting through a mutual friend, they instantly bonded over their shared passion for wellness and recognition of the untapped wellness properties of infrared that encompassed everything from detox and weight loss to workout recovery and relaxation. Together, they launched the first HigherDOSE spa in NYC in 2016 and they have experienced meteoric growth since day one — over the last 12 months the company has generated $15m in revenue, with minimal investment since launch and a pandemic to boot — a testament to their bootstrapping abilities. Embodying the definition of a lean startup, Katie and Lauren created all of HigherDOSE’s initial branding themselves (even acting as models in their first campaigns) and mastered how to quickly pivot their strategies, creating an 8-figure startup with only 4 full time employees. They began with physical infrared sauna locations that offered a never-before-seen infrared experience, creating a devoted customer base that paved the way for their at-home sauna systems to succeed. Now with 5 at-home SKUs, multiple sellouts of the blanket and mat, and upcoming expansion plans under their belt, the future of infrared — and HigherDOSE — is shining bright. In this episode, we chat about the benefits of an infrared sauna, how to meditate (even if you don’t like meditation), and the number one reason why you might feel tired all day. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Ryan Serhant is a real estate broker, CEO, and founder of SERHANT, a vertically-integrated mega brokerage comprising an in-house film studio, education arm, marketing division, and technology platform. He's also a bestselling author, producer, and star of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York and Sell It Like Serhant. In this jam-packed episode, we talk about the key to choosing the right habits that will work for YOU, how to follow up with someone the right way, and the number one way to get into real estate. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Patricia Santos has over 17 years of experience in finance and venture capital, focused on the beauty, retail and apparel sectors. She has been behind the curtain of hundreds of beauty brands and helped numerous management teams build their companies. Patricia's journey to founding Volition started back in the late 2000s, where she was the only female investor at a big venture capital fund. She was able to meet and fund some amazing entrepreneurs but was faced with the sad reality that a lot of incredible female founders weren't getting funded. She noticed part of the problem was these female entrepreneurs didn’t look like the investors they were pitching and were selling to people who didn't fully understand their companies or brands. She became obsessed with changing that and giving those amazing female entrepreneurs an alternative way to get their groundbreaking product ideas to market. At Volition, these entrepreneurs don't pitch to board rooms full of male investors, but the actual customers. Patricia has a MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA from Harvard College. In this episode, we touch on the the importance of wearing SPF every single day, how to network the right way, and the one thing that most dictates your happiness. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Nate Checketts is the Co-Founder & CEO of Rhone, a men’s performance lifestyle brand founded in 2014. Prior to Rhone, Nate worked for and consulted with some of the biggest technology and entertainment properties in the world including Cisco, The National Football League, Legends, FanVision and Sport Radar. Nate is also an avid entrepreneur who founded and launched 4 companies before the age of 30, including Rhone and Mangia Technologies, whose patents were later acquired by the San Francisco 49ers. In 2020 Nate was selected by the Sports Business Journal to their 2020 list of Forty leaders under Forty. In addition to Rhone, Nate also serves as Chairman of the Board to Beyond Type 1, a non-profit dedicated to the community of those with Type 1 Diabetes. Nate graduated from Brigham Young University with a BA in Finance. He and his wife Dayna reside in Connecticut with their three young boys, Gabriel, William and Nicholas. In this episode, we chat about what it means to be a CEO in 2022, how to create an amazing family culture, and the best way to ask for help if you are struggling. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Colleen Fotsch is an NCAA Swimming Champion, American Record Holder, CrossFit Games Athlete, and former Team USA Bobsled National Team Member. She’s the oldest of six kids, loves watching football, and loves lifting weights. In this episode, we discuss tips for working from home, the optimal way to eat for your training, and the importance of something as simple as going for a walk. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Adam Bornstein is a New York Times bestselling author and, according to The Huffington Post, “one of the most inspiring sources in all of health and fitness.” Bornstein is the founder of Pen Name Consulting and Born Fitness.  At Pen Name, Bornstein has consulted with everyone from Reid Hoffman (founder of LinkedIn), Eric Schmidt (former CEO of Google), and Tim Ferriss (The Tim Ferriss Show), as well as Equinox, Microsoft, Tonal, Beachbody, and Dollar Shave Club. An award-winning writer and editor, Bornstein has worked with some of the biggest wellness brands. He is the former Chief Nutrition Officer at Ladder, and the Vice President of Nutrition for FitOn, the largest fitness app in the world. Previously, he was fitness editor for Men’s Health magazine and Editorial Director at LIVESTRONG.com. He’s also served as nutrition advisor for LeBron James, Cindy Crawford, Lindsey Vonn, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. His work has been featured in dozens of publications, including The New York Times, Fast Company, ESPN, and GQ, and he’s appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, E! News, and The Cheddar. In this episode, we touch on the importance of goal-setting, when it’s okay to break a good habit, and how to fill up your life’s bucket with what you’re truly proud of. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Rob Dyrdek is an American entrepreneur, actor, producer, reality TV personality, and former professional skateboarder. He runs Dyrdek Machine, a venture creation studio, which has created 14 brands, 5 of which have exited for an aggregate value of over $450M. Rob’s unquenchable desire to live life to the fullest pushed him to develop a strategy for success in life, not unlike the formula he created for his venture creation studio. Following his life plan for happiness, balance and love, while still achieving greatness in his career, Rob now enjoys a fulfilling life with his family in Beverly Hills and continues to build his dream as he had not only envisioned, but designed it. Rob has co-founded 26 different brands including the Dyrdek Machine. He is also a board member of Outstanding Foods and publicly traded Motorsports Gaming. In this epic and value-packed episode, we talk about the habits he utilizes to drive a consistently high-quality life, the importance of tracking your sleep, and how to open your mind to grow and evolve. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Georganne Moline specializes in the 400 meter hurdles. She won a spot in the 2012 Summer Olympics representing the USA where she placed 5th in the final. She also made the World Team, running the 4x4 relay that won gold and took home the American Record. Five months ago, Georganne retired from the sport and is now using the knowledge and tools she has learned over the past 15 years to give back. She is currently a volunteer assistant coach at the University of Arizona, but is moving to LA to work closely with her agent to organize her own camps/clinics. She has hopes of traveling the country and hosting clinics in small towns/underprivileged areas. In this episode, we discuss the fitness hacks of an Olympian athlete, why you MUST take advantage of the present, and how to best implement new habits that will change your life. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Julian’s passion is discovering the small patterns that lead to big change across industries - from finance to energy to consumer brands. After getting his start as a macro-trader with an eye for market-shaking trends, he used those talents to build and sell two successful hedge funds (including Pagoda Capital, later acquired by Tudor Capital) as well as an international oil services business (Kuiper International, later acquired by Gulf Capital). In 2013, he was inspired by exciting changes in the beauty space to become angel investor to cosmetics e-tailer Luxola (later sold to LVMH) and to Skin Laundry, the disruptive dermatology business quickly expanding across the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Tracking the social commerce phenomenon in China, he founded SuperOrdinaryin Shanghai in 2017 as a laboratory to grow the next generation of innovative consumer brands. He’s proud to lead a team that currently includes over 250+ employees from companies such as L’Oreal, Nike, Airbnb, Tencent, Microsoft and Paypal. In this episode, we chat about one habit that can help you stay focused, how to stay more patient, and the keys to being a kind leader. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order. 

Eric Hinman is an endurance athlete (5x Ironman), content creator, and social media influencer, sponsored by dozens of consumer brands. He’s also a health + wellness, tech, and hospitality entrepreneur/angel investor. Eric is the co-founder of Original Grain, a multi-unit, healthy-fast-casual restaurant, and XO Taco, a trendy-Mexican restaurant in Syracuse, NY.  In this episode, we discuss how to build your day around tiny wins, a simply key to stimulate a flow state, and the benefits of utilizing cold therapy. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Melissa Urban is the co-founder and CEO of the Whole30 program and a six-time New York Times bestselling author. She is the host of the Do the Thing podcast, a prominent keynote speaker on social media and branding, health trends, and entrepreneurship, and ranks #19 on Greatist’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness.  In this episode, we chat about the importance of starting and ending your day with a routine, the factors that make it easier to stick to a habit, how to get “unstuck,” and the number one thing that drives people to change. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Josh Bridges is a 6 time elite CrossFit games athlete, former navy seal, father of two boys and Founder of Good Dudes Coffee. In this episode, we discuss how to hold yourself accountable, the key to starting your day with something you don’t want to do, the importance of getting enough sleep, and the habits that have changed Josh’s life.  Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

Gary Vaynerchuk is the chairman of VaynerX, a modern-day media and communications holding company, and the active CEO of VaynerMedia, a full-service advertising agency servicing Fortune 100 clients across the company’s 5 locations. In the debut episode of The Kreatures of Habit Podcast, we discuss Gary’s most important habit, how he deals with negativity, his morning routine, and the biggest poison in our society. Head over to kreaturesofhabit.com and enter the promo code KOHPOD20 to receive 20% off your first order.

No matter what you do, you’ll never be able to fully eliminate fear and anxiety from your life. It’s part of what makes us human. What you can do is learn to EMBRACE the fear and not run from it. In today’s episode, I share a habit that will help you to look at fear and anxiety a lot differently. Instead of running away from them, you’ll learn just how powerful it can be to run TOWARDS them. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Wyatt Ewing is the Founder and CEO of Ice Barrel, Inc. which produces a cold therapy training tool that offers an easy way to add ice baths to your routine. In this episode, Wyatt explains the benefits of cold therapy, the science behind it, and how you can try it out for yourself today. Whether you’re a cold therapy expert or just curious about it, there’s something here for you! Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Wyatt’s company Ice Barrel on Instagram: @icebarrel Check out Ice Barrel: icebarrel.com Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com Check out the Show Notes HERE Watch this episode on YouTube

Have you ever been in a relationship with someone and wanted to CHANGE something about the other person? Typically, it doesn’t work out well. While you can’t usually change other people, you can change yourself. Today’s mini-episode will dive into what exactly I mean. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Mason Spector is the cofounder of Madhappy, a clothing brand with a mental health-inspired mission. In this episode, you’ll hear Mason’s incredible story and some of the valuable lessons that he’s learned along the way. Mason doesn’t hold anything back in this conversation and neither do I. I can’t wait for you to dive in and tell us what you think! Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Mason on Instagram: @masonspec Follow The Local Optimist on Instagram: @thelocaloptimist Check out Madhappy: madhappy.com Check out The Madhappy Podcast Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Watch this episode on YouTube Check out the show notes for this episode here

No matter what you’re trying to achieve or accomplish in life, you have to always keep your perspective in check. Instead of worrying about the steps in front of you, you should focus on the step you’re actually on. Everything you’re working on can be broken down into 24-hour blocks, which can be segmented even further. Listen to today’s mini-episode to hear WHY this is so important. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has received numerous accolades, including being named EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Northern California and one of InStyle’s 2019 Badass 50. Previously, Kara was VP of Shopping Partnerships at America Online. She hosts the Kara Goldin Show podcast. Her first book, Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters, was released October 2020 and is now a WSJ and Amazon Best Seller. Kara lives in the Bay Area with her family. In this episode, Kara shares her incredible journey and many of the lessons that she learned along the way. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Kara on Instagram: @karagoldin Pick up a copy of Kara’s book: Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters Check out Kara’s podcast: The Kara Goldin Show Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out the show notes for this episode here Watch this episode on YouTube here

When you’re running a business, there are always a number of areas that you can focus on. Whether it’s operations, finance, product, or something else. While each of those areas of business is important, I believe that the most important is building relationships. Check out today’s mini-pod to hear why. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Ever get a completely unsolicited compliment from someone about something you did? It feels pretty amazing right? A small action like that is actually powerful enough to change the entire course of a person’s day. Listen to today’s mini-episode to hear more about this simple, but, impactful habit to incorporate into your routine. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Mark French is a serial entrepreneur who has created and operated multiple disruptive businesses in the sports, consumer goods, media, and technology industries. Throughout his career, he’s partnered with several top-tier athletes including Kawhi Leonard, Dwyane Wade, Serena Williams, Derek Jeter, Carmelo Anthony, and more. In this episode, you’ll hear Mark’s incredible origin story and the lessons he’s learned along the way. You’ll also hear about his latest venture, X2 Performance, which is disrupting the energy drink market. You DO NOT want to miss this one! Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Mark on Instagram: @markfrench1 Check out X2 Performance: X2performance.com Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

There are some things in life that you just cannot fake, or at least cannot fake for long. Being authentic is certainly one of them. You might get by for a little while, but eventually, the truth will come to light. This is why it truly does not make sense to try to be anything other than who you truly are. Listen to today’s mini-episode where I break this down further. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

While it is certainly important to be able to express your feelings, it doesn’t mean that you should just do it any time and anywhere. If you’re in a business or professional setting, you may want to mind your words and save any potential negative feelings for the right setting and right person. [Editor’s Note: Michael recorded this remotely while on his trip to Utah, so the audio quality may be lesser than usual] Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Model, Actress, and Entrepreneur Melissa Boloña joins the show to share her inspiring story of how she became an entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll not only hear an amazing story, but you’ll also learn about bone broth and why Melissa decided to create her company ‘The Beauty and the Broth’. Can’t wait for you to dive into this one! Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Melissa on Instagram: @melissabolona Check out The Beauty and the Broth: Thebeautyandthebroth.com Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com Check out the episode show notes here.

Being patient is very different than waiting for something to happen. Having patience takes practice. It is both offense and defense and is essential for long-term happiness and success. Waiting "for something to change" or "for the right time" etc. is not proactive. If you have been "waiting" for things to change, then this episode is for you. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

Your breath can be your greatest ally or your greatest foe.  If you don’t control your breath, it will control you. In today’s episode, I share how you can take CONTROL of your breath to calm yourself by using a technique called ‘Box Breathing’. Grab a pen and paper for this one so that you can incorporate this into your routine and take control of your breath right away. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @bornormade Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @kreaturesofhabit Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com

JP O’Brien is the Founder and CEO of Me Biosciences, a precision nutrition company that utilizes artificial intelligence to help people manage their health. He is also the founder of Black Lab Sports, a venture ecosystem. In this episode, JP shares his unique origin story as well as many of the lessons that he’s learned throughout his successful career. You’ll also hear how a health scare inspired him to create his newest company, Me Biosciences. I can’t wait for you to dive into this one! Follow JP on Instagram: @boulderjp Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Check out my new brand KreaturesofHabit.com Check out the episode show notes HERE

We live in a world that is FILLED with short-term rewards. If you’re not careful, it’ll have you focusing far too much on the day-to-day instead of the big picture. It’s never been more important to focus on the long game, the marathon, and NOT the little sprints. Listen to today’s episode where I talk about this and how it relates to my new venture, Kreatures of Habit Check out KreaturesofHabit.com TODAY. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow me on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram: @KreaturesofHabit

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but that doesn’t mean you have to take it as truth. YOU are in control of what you believe. It’s never been easier than it is today to share an opinion about something or someone. As a result, it’s never been more important than to be in control of what you accept as truth vs. opinion. In this episode, I break down exactly WHY it’s so important to practice this and HOW you can incorporate it into your life. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @michaelchernow Check out my new business: KreaturesofHabit.com

Greg Scheinman is an Insurance Broker, Fitness Enthusiast, Coach, Family Man, and host of the wildly popular Midlife Male Podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear how Greg overcame his challenging childhood and then a complete career pivot to create a life of fulfillment in the service of others. You’ll also hear about Greg’s experience working for Harvey Weinstein early in his career. You’re not going to want to miss this one! Follow Greg on Instagram: @gregscheinman Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @michaelchernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com Check out Greg’s podcast  The Midlife Male Podcast Sign up for The Midlife Male Newsletter Check out the episode show notes HERE

SPECIAL EPISODE where I explain what it means to be a KREATURE OF HABIT, WHY it works and HOW you can become one. I also break down how my new business, Kreatures of Habit came to fruition and why it is so important to me. I can’t wait for you guys to listen to this one. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Self-care is proven to reduce stress and anxiety levels while increasing self-compassion its a vital cog in my morning routine. I invite you to take sometime for yourself and focus on small, daily tasks like reading for 15-minutes. Journaling which provides an opportunity for positive self-talk and identifying negative thoughts and behaviors. Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Focus your attention and eliminate the stream of jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. Implementing a small change to your morning routine can help carry you more calmly through your day Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Kendall Toole is a leading Peloton Instructor, Equity Investor in X2 Performance, Mental Health Advocate, and all-around BADASS. In this episode, Kendall shares her inspiring story of how she went from being lost and severely depressed to living the healthy and purposeful life she lives now. Kendall’s fighting spirit will inspire you to go another round with whatever challenges you’re facing. Don’t miss this one! Follow Kendall on Instagram: @fitxkendall Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts:                 1. Click Here: Born or Made                 2. Tap the “+” in the top right corner                 3. Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com Check out the episode show notes HERE

Morning routines are everything for me and while I do keep them pretty consistent, I am always looking for ways to improve wherever I can. In today’s episode, I share 3 simple things with you that you can work on incorporating into your morning routine.  [Editor’s Note: This episode was manually recorded by cell phone while Michael was on a hiking trip. As a result, the audio may sound different than what you’re used to] Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Whether it’s files on our desktops or dishes in our sinks, we have a tendency to let things build up throughout our days. These messes can have a negative impact on your mindset and impede your progress for the day. In today’s episode, I share a habit that will help you STREAMLINE your day and your cleanup so that you can focus on what’s MOST important. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Jason Harris is the president and CEO of the award-winning Ad Agency, Mekanism. His agency has produced campaigns for big names like HBO, Muscle Milk, The North Face, Pepsi, MillerCoors and more. He’s also the author of a bestselling book called “The Soulful Art of Persuasion”. In this episode, Jason shares some powerful insights about what it takes to build a successful brand, the origins of influencer marketing and a lot more. Follow Jason on Instagram: @jason_harris Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com Check out Jason’s book ‘The Soulful Art of Persuasion’ Check out the episode show notes HERE

You can use the Power of the Pause for a variety of scenarios. Breaking a habit, starting a new routine, changing from emotional reactions to thoughtful responses. Simply put, it’s being mindful.  The fact you make it a choice, empowers you.   Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Ever spill something in the kitchen, but you were in a rush so you left the mess to clean later? Ever been in a rush at the gym and not re-rack the weights after you use them to save time? Both of these scenarios fall under a habit that I live by called “The Two-Minute Rule”. Listen to today’s episode to hear what it is and why it’s so important. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Michael sits down with Evan Quinn and George Youmans, who cofounded the beverage company Hiyo. Hiyo’s namesake product is a functional non-alcoholic beverage that contains nootropics, adaptogens, and herbal extracts. In this episode, you’ll learn about both Evan and George’s backgrounds, the unique challenges of starting a beverage company, the lessons learned, and much more! This is an absolute CAN’T-MISS episode. Check out Hiyo: Drinkhiyo.com Follow Hiyo on Instagram: @drinkhiyo Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com Check out the episode show notes HERE

Every day you make thousands of little CHOICES that end up dictating how you feel and how you perform and how you live overall. You have the ABILITY to make decisions from the moment you open your eyes to put the right foot forward. In today’s episode, I’ll share WHY decisions truly are everything and HOW you can make better ones throughout your day. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

No matter who you are or what you do, you’re going to have those down-in-the-dumps days sometimes. Today, I’m going to share a little technique with you that I use to make myself feel a little better. I call it the STOP Smile. I’ll teach you HOW it works and WHY it is so effective in today’s episode. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Rashaad Slowley is a former collegiate and professional football player who pivoted his career into personal training and coaching. He is now an elite Fitness Trainer, Promix Nutrition Athlete as well as the Founder and CEO of Do More Fitness. In this episode, you’ll hear Rashaad’s INCREDIBLE journey of trying to make it to the NFL and all of the important lessons that he learned along the way. Check out the Show Notes Here: Episode Show Notes Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Click Here: Born or Made Tap the “+” in the top right corner Tap “Follow” Follow Rashaad on Instagram: @shaadiefit Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In order to be free you have to overcome all obstacles that stand in your way, including yourself. Most of those obstacles live in your own mind and it’s up to you to decide to free yourself of them. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In today’s world, it’s never been easier to eat the wrong thing. That’s why it’s so important to prioritize nutrition in your life and make sure you’re eating healthy. In today’s episode, I explain WHY nutrition needs to become habitual in your daily routine. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

This week we went to the Born or Made library and pulled out one of our most listened-to episodes EVER, which features the incredible Emily Abbate. In this fully re-mastered episode, you’ll hear Emily describe her transformation from overweight and unfulfilled college student to freelance journalist, podcast host, motivational speaker, 8-time marathoner, and run coach. You’re not going to want to miss this one. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Emily on Instagram: @emilyabbate Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

It doesn’t matter who you are or what you do, life is going to knock you down sometimes. Everyone gets knocked down, but not everyone gets right back up. I’ve been knocked down over and over again in my life, but no matter what - I always get back up. Listen to today’s mini-episode and hear WHY it is so important to always have this GET BACK UP mentality. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Ever commit to one too many tasks at work and not be able to finish all of them? Or maybe you told a client that you’d get something done for them right away, but you’re already overloaded with work. The solution to this problem is simple: you NEED to become comfortable saying NO. Listen to today’s episode and you’ll hear WHY this is so important and HOW you can start making it a habit. Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Michael sits down with Pro Wrestler, Voice Actor, and Record-breaking Powerlifter Ettore “Big E” Ewen. In this episode, you’ll hear about Big E’s INCREDIBLE journey from injury-plagued college football player to WWE Superstar. You won’t believe some of the twists and turns this story takes. Can’t wait for you to listen! Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Big E on Instagram: @wwebige Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

If you truly want to own your day, you need to have structures and routines in place to help you do it. While those supporting systems should be strong, it doesn’t mean they have to be inflexible. At the end of the day, YOU are the one in charge and if you want to take some time to live a little and enjoy yourself - then you should.  Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts: Born or Made Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Today, I’m sharing an important habit that helps me stay organized and on top of my game in business. This is something that anyone can do and benefit from. Check out today’s episode of Born or Made - Habit Lab Friday and I’ll share this simple, but highly effective habit with you. You may want to grab a pen and paper for this one! Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Lewis Howes, New York Times Bestselling Author, Top-ranked Podcaster, Keynote Speaker and Professional Athlete.  The man is a true legend. Lewis inspires millions of people, including me, on a daily basis. He and I dig into his incredible story of adversity, discovery and courage. We get right into his powerful message of welcoming vulnerability, opening up and sharing the secrets that hold us back, to ultimately come out on the other side with a new perspective on life. Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from, the hard and the hurt hit us all at one point or another. Life will always throw obstacles at us. There isn’t any avoiding it. That’s why I choose to not only embrace it, but LOVE it too.  Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Whenever you meet someone for the first time, it’s important to make a great first impression. One of the ways to do this is to make the effort to remember the other person’s name when they introduce themselves. In this episode, Michael explains WHY it’s so important to learn people’s names and HOW it can help you build stronger relationships and ultimately be more successful. Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Michael sits down with world-renowned cheese expert and entrepreneur,  Adam Moskowitz. In this wide-ranging discussion, Adam talks about his unique career path, his system for making sales, following your passion and a lot more. Don’t miss out on this episode. It’s packed to the rind with insight! Follow Adam on Instagram: @adamjaymoskowitz Follow The Cheesemonger Invitational on Instagram: @thecheesemongerinvitational Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

It is so easy to overcomplicate things nowadays, especially when it comes to reaching goals. When you drill down though, it really only comes down to three core elements: Commitment, Planning and Doing. Check out today’s episode where I expand on this so that you can focus on reaching your goals WITHOUT overcomplicating the process. Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In today’s episode, I share another habit that will help you to start the day off STRONG. This habit is all about MOVEMENT. By practicing the routine each morning, it will help you establish a solid WIN for you to build the rest of your day on. Check it out and let me know what you think! Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Michael sits down with Combat Veteran, Elite Athlete and Host of the ‘Got Your Six’ podcast, Tony Nash. In the episode, Tony shares some of the insights that he’s learned from his years of service in the military and how these lessons can be applied by anyone in the business world today. He also explains the intense ‘Feat of Strength’ that he’s just finished and what he’s learned from it. Follow Tony on Instagram: @thetonynash Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Purchase Tony’s Journal: Night Before Journal Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

If you operate or work in a business, you are always going to encounter negative situations. These situations will sometimes bring the negativity out of your coworkers or employees, but they don’t have to bring it out of you. Maintaining a positive mindset in a negative situation is not naive. It’s leadership.  Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Prayer has been a part of my morning routine for many years. This habit has been instrumental in ways I can’t describe. It’s given me the ability to ask for HELP... help from the universe to be the man I want to be. Whether you’re religious or not, you’ll find value in this episode because we can all get a little better at asking for help. Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In this episode, Michael sits down with Fitness & Nutrition Specialist, Chelsey Wilkens to talk about how we can better understand our bodies. Chelsey shares a plethora of useful information for anyone who’s interested in learning more about how our bodies work and how we can better support them.  Follow Chelsey on Instagram: @chelseywilkens Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Structure is the key to success. Every sound structure is built upon a great foundation. Are you tired of waking up late and not having enough time to do the things you need to do before work? In this episode of Makin Moves Monday, I share my morning routine that I use to set me up for success each day. After listening, you’ll have a better idea of how to better structure your morning routine so that you’ll be ready to take on the day, no matter what it throws at you. All we really have control over is our actions, own your morning, own your day, own your life  Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Do you want to have more self-respect? How about more respect from others? There’s a simple habit that I talk about in this episode that will help you with both of those things. Remember, respect is earned. You have to prove to others and to yourself that you’re worthy of it. Utilizing a habit for this job will make it a whole lot easier for you. Follow Michael on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Michael sits down with Superstar Chef James “Jamal” Kent. James is Partner & Executive Chef at two of the most sought-after restaurants in New York City, Crown Shy & SAGA. In this wide-ranging discussion, James and Michael talk about their personal history together as teenagers at the same high school, the benefits of growing up in New York City and some of the challenges of parenting. James also talks about his successful career and shares a TON of the lessons that he’s learned along the way. Follow James on Instagram: @chefjameskent Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Humans were designed for movement. However, over the last hundred years or so we have stopped being so active. No matter what the reason for the decline in activity is, we have to do everything we can to reverse the trend. Whether it's walking, running, lifting, or another activity, you have to find something that works for YOU. For me, fitness is freedom and I couldn’t imagine my life without it.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Whether you’re a power walker, a casual gym-goer or a marathoner, you need to make sure you keep your body fully hydrated with water or another comparable beverage. How many glasses of water a day are you having? Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made Michael is joined by Keith Nowak, CEO and co-founder of Ten Thousand, an athletic apparel brand for men. Keith explains his journey as a former pro soccer player to crazy successful business owner who has an obsession with understanding failure.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

We can't control what others do, say, think or feel, even further, OUR OWN first thoughts are generally out of our control as well. With all that said, we do have control on how we RESPOND. The more we practice to put a pause in between what happens and our response, the more of a JEDI we become. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Greeting someone you know is a vital part of courtesy and goodwill. Every greeting and introduction is an opportunity to demonstrate respect for others. When you greet someone, you acknowledge their presence. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In today’s episode, Michael chats with entrepreneur, trainer and fitness influencer Devon Levesque! Last year, Devon bear crawled 26 miles in 20 hours and 48 minutes to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for FitOps foundation, a non profit organization that helps veterans build fitness careers as personal trainers, coaches etc. Devon also completed the bear crawl in memory of his father who took his life when he was 16 years old. Devon shares how that experience changed his life and how he's now dedicated to spreading awareness about mental health. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

I wholeheartedly believe that resentment is completely and unequivocally useless. On today’s mini-podcast I share my own experience and how I resolved the feeling. If you’re feeling resentful towards anyone right now, let this be the wakeup call to go and resolve your issues. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Moving your body is important, especially in the currently landscape where a sedentary lifestyle is common. Making walking a daily habit comes with some impressive health benefits for your mind and your body. Besides the various physical benefits studies show walking can help reduce anxiety, depression, and a negative mood. It can also boost self-esteem and reduce symptoms of social withdrawal.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In 2007 Zoe Sakoutis and Erica Huss founded BluePrint Cleanse (one of the first cold-pressed juice brands) cementing their legacy as pioneers in the now multi-billion dollar cold pressed juice industry. After five years of unprecedented growth they sold BluePrint in 2012. Today on Born or Made; Erica and Zoe chat about their new venture, Earth & Star, a brand of organic plant based lattes with adaptogens (functional mushrooms.) Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Compliments help us communicate the appreciation we feel toward one another. Focusing on and noticing the good qualities in the world around us gives our moods a boost all by itself. Plus, it is a kind of cognitive training, a training of attention. In addition, compliments amplify positivity, they not only deliver positive effects to others, those effects bounce back on us, ramping up the positive atmosphere we breath. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

When you’re organized, your mind is free! Having a disorganized spaces almost guarantees having a disorganized, or at least, unfocused mind. Productive people know what they need, they know where to find it, and they get sh!t done! Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Gary Vaynerchuk needs no introduction, however there may be one person on the planet who does not know who he is, so this is for that guy… Gary V, is the CEO of Vayner Madia and Vayner Sports. He is an investor and likely the most influential entrepreneur of our time. Gary started his career selling wine at his father’s wine store in Jersey, building the store from a $3MM business to a $60MM business by the time he left at 34 years old to launch his MASSIVE career in media. Gary speaks all over the world, sharing his thoughts on business and life. I have been a HUGE fan of Gary’s for years.  His message of positivity, kindness, optimism + passion have moved + motivated me and millions upon millions of others all over the world. He drops some serious you don’t want to miss this one. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Commitment before Ego demands two disciplines: The practice in understanding one's purpose and adherence to commitment, and to ego check when in this practice. Many people equate commitment to making a pledge or promise to do something when in reality commitment is ACTION. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

When you smile, your brain releases tiny molecules called neuropeptides to help fight off stress. Then other neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin and endorphins come into play too. Positive emotions appear to invigorate human beings, while negative emotions have the opposite effect.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or made, Michael chats with Dan Fleyshman who sold over 15 million dollars worth of clothing in six department store chains and surpassing expectations with his 9.5 million dollar licensing deal with STARTER apparel, the "Who's Your Daddy" brand made him the youngest CEO to take a company public.  PLUS, they talk about the early days of influence marketing, and what it entailed, how he currently assesses each social media platform, and the importance of educating yourself.  It's all of that and so much more! Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Truly successful people will tell you one of the biggest keys to leading a successful life is to be proactive, not reactive. Stop waiting and start doing.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Dr Lisa Paz is a clinical sex and marriage therapist and a friend of Michael's for over 30 years. Today the two discuss the importance of partners communicating about sex (and life in general,) fears, physical limitations, negative beliefs and more. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. On this episode of Born or Made Michael and David breakdown David's four principles (gratitude, empathy, accountability, and effective communication.) These four principles allow David to live by his mission to “make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun.” Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade  Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Raja Dhir is the co-founders and co-CEO of Seed, a venture backed microbiome company pioneering bacteria science. This week on Born or Made Michael and Raja discuss gut health and the implications of microbes on human health, childhood development/genetics, the common myths surrounding probiotics and more.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

This week on Born or Made, Michael chats with Alife‘s Co-Founder, Rob Cristofaro, who explains why graffiti is the rawest form of branding and how "keeping it real," with personal connections rather than trends has kept his brand relevant for 20 years.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, Michael chats with Justin Guilbert the founder & Co-Chief Executive Officer of such companies as Harmless Harvest, Good Fish, and Bravo Sierra. Justin explains the importance of the direct-to-consumer business model and the powerful teaching tool that is failure.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Rob Dyrdek returns for Part 2 of his Born or Made appearance where he discusses the document that helped optimize his life and answers the question of the day: Was he born, or made? Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE and then tapping the "+" in the top right corner of the screen. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

"Ridiculousness" host Rob Dyrdek joins Michael to reveal the secrets of the universe ... or at least how he optimized his thinking and revenue as he pivoted from TV host to a bonafide entrepreneur.  Follow Born or Made on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE and then tapping the "+" in the top right corner of the screen. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with Joy Dushey and talk about everything from breathwork to meditation and its impact on healing. Mike and Joy share their routines to stay mentally healthy.  Joy walks us through a step-by-step process to start working meditation into our lives. This an episode you do not want to miss.  Learn more about Joy here: https://thejoyfulapproach.com/ Follow Joy: @thejoyfulapproach Follow Mike: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with Zak Williams and cover all things mental health. Mike and Zak share their journeys around maintaining mental health.  The role of habits, choices, and awareness to keep your mind healthy. Mike and Zak get real honest about their lives, this an episode you do not want to miss.  Zak also shares about his new company PYM, a mental health supplement company.  Learn more about PYM Here: https://youcanpym.com/ Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with the founder of THRIVE MARKET. Nick Green joins us to talk through what it was like to start THRIVE from his dorm room, his habits, and so much more.  Nick also shares what he calls the "Give a Shit Factor", which helps him focus and continually solve problems.   Nick shares so many wonderful thoughts on this episode you do not want to miss this episode! Learn more about THRIVE Market Here: https://thrivemarket.com/ Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram: @Bornormade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

In this episode, Will Ahmed shares how routine and structure add so much to your life. They give you the daily wins that create momentum. The momentum that creates opportunities. BUT, it's so important to make sure forced deviation does not set you off of the rails. You need to be okay even in the times your routine is checked. And always remember, control the controllables.  Shoutout to Will Ahmed for an absolutely incredible convo. This dude is the real deal in all that he does, and I gained so much through this episode. Follow Will on Instagram: @willahmed Follow Whoop on Instagram: @whoop Follow Mike on Instagram: @michaelchernow SIGN UP FOR KREATURES OF HABIT: www.kreaturesofhabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with the founders of SKY TING. Krissy and Chloe join us to talk through what it's like to run a studio in 2020.  They also share how they manage stress, approach challenges, and maintain their friendship as co-founders.   Krissy and Chloe share so many wonderful thoughts on this episode you do not want to miss this episode! Learn more about Sky Ting Here: https://www.skyting.com/ Follow Mike on Instagram: @michaelchernow Follow Born or Made on Instagram:  @bornormade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

On this episode of Born or Made, we chat with Steven Himmel. Steven is a VC with Vanterra Funding, but he's not just your average VC. Steven is also an incredibly talented artist who creates and invests outside of the box.  We discuss the different forms of raising capital, needs for a pitch, what they look for in businesses/founders they invest in, and we even dive into current market trends! Steve shares with us SO MANY amazing tips on being an entrepreneur and what matters most to him as a VC.  We also discuss what Steven sees in the health and wellness industry and as always, he lets us know if he's Born or Made! Learn more about Steven and VAF here: https://www.vanterra.com/ Follow Mike: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @bornormadepodcast Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Joe De Sena is the founder and CEO of Spartan. He ran 50 ultra-marathons in one year and is an absolute savage in all that he does. It was awesome to dive into the mindset and foundations of someone who's been able to instill such a culture within his company and all that they do, something I continually aspire to do.  In this episode, we talk about raising kids, proactivity vs. reactivity, getting invaluable lessons through unlikely sources, the driving force of entrepreneurs, staying motivated, and what it means to be a hunter-gatherer compared to a farmer.  I hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as I did! Joe, thanks again, my brother. It's always a pleasure!  Sign up for Kreatures of Habit: www.kreaturesofhabit.com Follow Joe: @realjoedesena Follow Mike: @michaelchernow

Ryan Serhant is an American real estate broker, author, and television personality. He currently stars on Bravo's television series Million Dollar Listing New York and its spin-off Sell it Like Serhant. Ryan has recently opened his own real estate company and brokerage, Serhant, and continues to expand his business into various verticals. Make sure to check out his new book Big Money Energy!  This podcast was absolutely legendary! What an honor it was to dive into the thought process and habits of such an incredibly successful entrepreneur such as Ryan. This dude seriously does not stop, full throttle, all the time.  In this podcast, we go through the willingness to sacrifice, selling through confidence, knowing when to pull the plug and say no, building your personal brand and brand awareness, the power of relationships, Ryan's prediction on the shift of the marketplace, and so much more!  There really is so much value for you guys here, and I can't thank Ryan enough for being apart of the podcast. I hope we can get together again soon my brother! Stay tuned till the end to hear if Ryan thinks he is "born or made"!  Sign up for Kreatures of Habit: www.kreaturesofhabit.com Follow Ryan: @ryanserhant Follow Mike: @michaelchernow

Emily Stockman is a professional beach volleyball player, a 2 time All-American, and a member of the US National Team competing in next year's Olympic Games. In this episode, we discuss her transition from indoor to beach volleyball and the struggles that came with that, fear and finding love for it, living to be the best you can be through speaking that into life, leading by example compared to leading with your words, recovery and nutrition, and wanting to be the best while still ensuring love is always present. This was an epic episode, and I'm so stoked to share it with you guys. Emily is a freakin' badass. Be sure to follow along in July for the Tokyo Olympic Games. Emily, we're all cheering you guys on. Keep killing it.   Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Leland is an old friend and inspirational businesswoman who has dipped her toes in so many things throughout her career. She is the co-founder of Azione, a PR and Communications firm that's helped build brands like Away, Sakara Life, Summersalt, Kosas, Equinox, Simplehuman, HOKA, and Stance. They've gone against the grain, taking a proactive approach to PR. In this episode, Leland and I talk about growing up in NYC, the importance of relationships, being a doer, using fear to help you take the leap, and the ability to understand your shortcomings. This was such an epic episode, and I couldn't be happier with the value that came out of this convo. Thanks again Leland, it was an honor. I hope you guys continue to absolutely crush it. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Race is a two-time Olympian foil fencer and Olympic bronze medalist. Race Imboden made his international competition debut at the age of 16, winning a bronze medal at the 2010 World Fencing Championships. Since then, he’s won over 50 medals across team and individual competitions, including bronze at the 2016 Summer Olympics. Race was the First American Male to win the Fencing FIE World Cup and led Team USA to a historic first-ever World Championship Title in 2019. In this conversation, Race and Michael discuss being the dude and how that lends to being your own roadblock, honing your craft, searching for knowledge but not always direction, trusting your gut, and how important it is to find the ability to celebrate the moments leading up to the wins in life, rather than only focusing on the wins themselves.  I'm so honored to have had the opportunity to have this conversation with a World Champion and hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Henry Cejudo is a retired American mixed martial artist and wrestler. He is the former UFC flyweight champion, UFC bantamweight champion, the fourth UFC fighter to hold titles in two different weight classes simultaneously, and the second to defend titles in two different weight divisions. During his wrestling career, Cejudo won an Olympic Gold medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics, a Pan American Games Gold medal, three Pan American Championships, and two US National titles. In today's episode, we discuss connecting the mind, body, and science altogether, gratitude, pain tolerance, mental strength and its relation to risk, and connecting the heart and the ability to become the 1% of the 1%.  It was an absolute honor to speak with such a legend, and I hope we can do it again. Thanks again @henry_cejudo, you're the fucking man. Enjoy peeps! Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Vincent Fisher is a best selling author and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience.  He's had multiple 7 and 8 figure businesses and through his company Fully Accountable, he helps entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses to the max. Vincent is incredibly passionate about leadership and that growing the culture of a company will lead to true success. In this conversation Vinnie and Michael break down the importance of culture at every organization, and how it can make or break the growth of any company. Plus, the need for accountability and self awareness for every leader in order to give every employee the ability and support to grow.  Vince has hooked up the Born Or Made audience with some exclusive gifts at Fullyaccountable.com/promos/bornormade. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Lauren Abney and Stephanie Biegel are on a mission to empower listeners to live their best lives with Well Behaved Podcast. They met each other on the job a decade ago, and have been besties ever since. They are a yin and yang duo that deliver fun uplifting knowledge on wellness and living the life you're supposed to.  With full time gigs in the corporate world and entrepreneurial space, Lauren and Steph have stepped into their power by cultivating a community and empowering listeners to find what works for their personal wellness journey.  This conversation is all about using your strengths and embracing that achieving the perfect work/life balance may not be possible, but there are small changes you can make within your life to accomplish mental/phsyical wellness. Also, that it's ok to pivot because what gets you somewhere does not always have to be why you stay. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Adam Bossie is the cofounder and CEO of Afficionado Coffee Roasters, but he wasn't always a coffee connoisseur. Like many entrepreneurs he played in many fields and started various businesses. It was during his full time gig as a financial analyst and compliance associate that he became disillusioned and yearned to return his entrepreneurial roots. That's when he decided to quit his day job and pursue his passion of coffee roasting . He started roasting coffee on his mom’s bbq on the weekends and peddling it at local farmers markets in New Jersey. Eventually, Adam struck out and traveled to the places coffee grows and fell in love with the culture, the craftsmanship, and the unparalleled hospitality he experienced across Africa and Central & South Americas. After forming relationships with these local farmers Afficianado Coffee Roasters began it's journey. Today Adam oversees daily operations of Afficionado and acts as the company's lead visionary. He tells Michael about his family roots in entrepreneurship and how his parents influenced him in that mindset. Plus, his formula for success by way of failure and passion for what you do.  Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Michael Wystrach is not afraid to talk about his failures, because it's his failures that led to the massive success he see today as the CEO and Founder of Freshly, the leading manufacturer of fresh, healthy, nutrition prepared meals in the U.S. Add to that backgrounds in finance, real estate, and multiple startups, it was only a matter of time before he worked his way up to the success he's achieved today.  Freshly was built off the failure of Michael's restaurant, but without that loss he never would have discovered that through fresh, nutritious food, talented chefs, and technology, he could disrupt the $1.3 trillion food industry by delivering delicious healthy meals directly to customers while reducing the food waste caused by the outdated grocery supply chain. In this episode we hear about Michael's entrepreneurial mindset, combined with his hands-on experience, paired with a strong work ethic inspired the birth of a company that employs over 2000 people and is helping people survive through the pandemic. This is one you won't want to miss. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Jay Ferruggia has figured out the mindset game and he's been helping guys get jacked and become the strongest version of themselves since 1994. He's a fitness expert, performance coach, speaker, author, and host of the Renegade Radio Podcast, which has had millions of downloads since its launch in 2014.  Jay grew up skinny, weak and painfully insecure, but over the years he educated himself and trained his mind to overcome not only his physical hurdles, but more importantly the mental ones that were the real hurdles holding him back. Since then, he's been a consultant and coach to professional athletes, Hollywood entertainers, law enforcement and military personnel.  Over the last two decades, he’s dedicated his life to helping others overcome the same struggles he dealt with, and pushed more than 200,000 regular men make life-changing transformations.  On the way he’s been featured in Men's Fitness, Men's Health, Muscle & Fitness, and a ton of other media outlets. He’s also been named one of the Top 30 Health Influencers in the World. In this episode Michael and Jay breakdown Jay's tools to programming your mind for success and fulfillment, including everything from his daily routine to the type of music he listens to for positive reinforcement. Even removing negative influences from your circle and re-programming THEM to adhere to your influence. This one goes deep on the power of your inner voice and how it affects your day to day. This is one you don't want to miss! Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Emily Abbate is fierce and inspiring. Her story starts off in a small town in Connecticut where she grew up like most young girls in a loving home with support and guidance. Fast forward to today, Emily is a freelance journalist, motivational speaker, 8-time marathoner, and run coach. She writes health and fitness content regularly for publications from GQ to Women’s Health, just to name a few. She also hosts a wellness-focused podcast, dubbed “addictive” by The New York Times (they're right), called Hurdle, where she talks to everyone from elite athletes to top CEOs about their highest highs and toughest moments.  In this episode Emily gets honest and vulnerable about her struggle with weight loss and body image, and what led up to her moment of change to lose over 70 lbs. She describes the moment she stepped on the scale and realized it was time to chase her happiness. She discusses her methods to overcome temptation and how to be honest with yourself, in order to achieve your goals and turn hurdles into opportunities. Plus, her love of writing and how it started at a very young age and has been a part of her life ever since. This episode is chock full of inspiration so get ready to get fired up! Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

On part 2 of our episode with bestselling fitness author, podcaster and founder of Legion sports supplements, Mike Matthews we delve into the science behind peak physical performance. To stretch or not to stretch? Water intake...how much is enough? Steroids...to use or not to use and if so when and what kind?  Remember, Mike is practically a walking encyclopedia of human physiology and performance, so his answers are very thorough and easily explained. It's the reason he's the #1 bestselling fitness author in the world, with over 1.5 million books sold, and his writing has been featured Esquire, Men’s Health, Elle, Women’s Health, Muscle & Strength, and more. If you're looking for the most efficient way to take your body to peak performance, this is the episode for you. Lots of well researched data on this one so you're going to want to listen and take notes.   Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Mike Matthews is all about the science. The guy is a walking encyclopedia of human physiology and performance. He's the #1 bestselling fitness author in the world, with over 1.5 million books sold, all stemming from his first book Bigger Leaner Stronger. He's also the founder of the #1 brand of all-natural sports supplements, Legion and host of the popular podcast Muscle For Life.  What's great about Mike is his simple and science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy, delivered in a simple, easy to digest format, that has helped tens of thousands of people build their best body ever. You've likely seen his work in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men’s Health, Elle, Women’s Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, and probably on TV too. Michael and Mike talked for so long we had to split the conversation into 2 episodes. Here in part 1 they dive into Mike's history and how his thirst for learning led to his success in teaching others. Mike is incredibly well versed in physiology and the mechanics of building muscle, and in this episode he talks about how he retains that knowledge and delivers it to others. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Adam Bornstein is an award-winning fitness and nutrition writer and editor, and has been  named "one of the most influential people in health." A highly respected fitness authority with a ton of accomplishments under his belt, he's currently the Chief Nutrition Officer at Ladder, a sports nutrition company, founded by Lebron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger, that is dedicated to creating high-performance workout supplements for daily use. He is the author  of 7 books (3 of them NY Times Best Sellers) and the founder of Born Fitness,  a digital platform that provides clarity in the world of health, and offers personalized online fitness and diet coaching. He founded Pen Name Consulting,  a full-service content creation and growth agency that helps scale businesses. Clients include Microsoft, Equinox, Dollar  Shave Club, Beachbody, and individuals such as LeBron James, Arnold  Schwarzenegger, and Tim Ferriss. His work  has been featured everywhere from The New York Times and Fast Company, to ESPN the Magazine and GQ. Adam attributes all his success to kindness, positivity, his ability to listen to people and respond with empathy. Together, Michael and Adam delve into Adam's beginnings studying psychology and human physiology, which led to his love for research and writing, which then gave way to his unique style of writing about health, nutrition and human performance. Adam's story is inspiring, from his start as a columnist for Muscle & Fitness and Men’s Fitness, to his role as fitness editor of Men’s  Health magazine, and the editorial director of LIVESTRONG.COM.  To then leave a stable, lucrative, successful career and follow his entrepreneurial passions. He bet on himself, launched Born Fitness and hasn't looked back. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Joshua Kopel is an entrepreneur, restaurateur and environmental advocate. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he headed to LA thinking he'd find an innovative concept & bring it back home. It turns out LA craved some of that southern hospitality. Josh found success on the west coast in his creative and unique establishments that served up not just great food and drinks but one of a kind experiences, and that's what the customers kept coming back for. Josh also founded FLO Hospitality Solutions, a company solely focused  on leveraging tech to bring more humanity to the customer service  experience, not less. This conversation was recorded at the beginning of the pandemic and at the time Josh's incredibly popular Michelin-rated fine dining concept, Preux & Proper was one of the many restaurants struggling to keep their doors open. Since then Josh has had to make the difficult decision to close Preux & Proper. However, like many of Josh's inspiring insights in this discussion opportunity presents itself at times we may not think are ideal, and the end of one experience means the beginning of another.  Michael and Josh delve into mindset, success, and the importance of culture at any establishment. Plus how the culture feeds the staff and the staff inspires the patrons, and the cycle comes full circle, manifesting growth and success. Be sure to check out Josh's podcast, blog and video series Full Comp, where he serves the hospitality industry by seeking out thought leaders from within and outside of the hospitality space, using their  wisdom to help the restaurateurs survive the present and thrive in the future.  Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Mike Diamond is a Television Personality, Director, Life Coach, and Interventionist. He has an uncanny ability to read people and is incredibly in tune with what they need to overcome their specific obstacles. Mike has guided countless people to sobriety, success and happiness. He's written 2 books, the latest due out this fall called A Dose Of Positivity. He's starred in numerous TV shows like Sex and The City, Grapevine, Miami Ink and Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew. Mike is incredibly empathetic and lives to inspire, educate and motivate people.   We cover Mike's incredible story that begins years ago in Perth, Australia and takes him to NYC today. During that time Mike goes from clothing store salesman, to actor, tattoo artist, Guiness World Record Holder, club promoter/owner, author, father, husband and more. In the midst of all this Mike was an addict battling a serious drug and alcohol problem that started at the age of 12. Today Mike is 14 years sober, an accomplishment that took a monumental effort and dedicated hard work, which he now imbibes in his clients as he guides them step by step on the road to recovery. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Doug Bopst is an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker and entrepreneur. Those are some incredible accomplishments that Doug earned in spades. However just a few years ago, Doug's accolades were very different. Not too long ago, he was a felon, drug addict and drug dealer. His life came crashing down the day he was arrested and found guilty of “possession with intent to sell.” Some would argue that could've been the best day of his life. Because, that was when Doug decided to transform his life.  He chose to use his time locked in that small cell to beat his demons and reinvent  himself thanks to a combination of faith, family and fitness. Since then, Doug has helped hundreds of people improve their health and wellness, write 3 books and tell his story of transformation to countless people on national media outlets across the country. Michael and Doug discuss the root of Doug's addictions and what led him to choose drugs in the first place, plus his inspiring story of recovery, thanks to a cellmate that wouldn't let him give up. It's a story of rock bottom and rebirth that will motivate anyone. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Mary  Shenouda is Private Performance Chef, Entrepreneur and a master of the grind and hustle. She spent over 20 years of her life suffering with crippling migraines. We're talking pass out on the floor and wake up in a pool of your own vomit migraines. She spent years in and out of hospitals with no help from doctors trying to diagnose extreme food allergies and sensitivities. At 24 with a record number of ER visits from vomiting induced blackouts brought on from migraines, she'd had enough. She took her health into her own hands and discovered (after much experimentation) that a Paleo-centric  diet was the key to solving nearly all of her issues. She quit her successful career in the tech start-up world to pursue her passion for the transformative power of clean-eating—a passion sparked by her own transformational experience. Today she is dubbed the Paleo Chef and is a highly sought-after private performance chef to A-list  actors, professional athletes, and high-octane entrepreneurs. She's also the founder of Phat Fudge, a high performance food line that sells out as fast as she can make it. Michael and Mary recount her story of literal pain and struggle as she went through her life trying to diagnose the cause of her body's inflammation. Plus, how she's drawn to helping people and her 6th sense at recognizing the pain of others, and how she got Phat Fudge off the ground and turned into a viral sensation. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

At some point you were in a room somewhere at some event or some club (back when human beings socialized) and Brendan Fallis got in your head. He played that mix that got you to bob your head, shake your butt and get up and dance. Being one of the most sought after DJs in the world gives you that super power. Brendan has provided music for some of  the most high-profile events and campaigns for clients across the  spectrum such as Absolut, Audi, Balmain, Chanel, GQ, Louis Vuitton,  Samsung, Taco Bell, and Viacom, among others.  As if world renowned DJ isn't enough, Brendan has his finger in a lot of pies.  As an entrepreneur his company Preveyor is a full-service entertainment management company with capabilities including talent development, brand strategy, music, film & television, branded entertainment, and a ton more. He's also a real estate investor and one half of a power couple being married to the incredibly talented Hannah Bronfman. Throw in influencer (don't worry he actually has an influence on his audience), a unique style aesthetic and digital presence, and that's a recipe for someone brands very much want to work with. Brendan and Michael discuss his work ethic, where he started and how he leveraged his growing popularity as a DJ to get in the room with some of the biggest brands in the world, and make deals that grew his business and personal brand. Plus, his original passion as a pro skier and his goal to reach the Olympics. Also, the hard work he puts into his marriage and his family. It's a great conversation with a modern day renaissance man. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

If you are a lover of food television you probably know Adam Richman. He's an author, chef and tv host who currently hosts The History Channel's Food That Built America, American Made, and the upcoming Dave's Supperman. However, we were all introduced to Adam in 2008 when he brought out the challenger in all of us in the incredibly popular Travel Channel's Man vs Food. For 4 seasons we tuned in every week to watch Adam take on ridiculous food challenges and eat dishes that would make a cardiologist cry. He wasn't some celeb chef in the kitchen making fancy dishes we couldn't pronounce. He was the every man, the one who took on challenges with wholehearted gusto and took us along for the ride. And ride we did - each week, drooling at the over the top menu items and crazy challenges Adam accepted in each episode. Adam and Man vs Food put restaurants on the map and led to local eateries around the world developing their own food challenges, and that's an impressive legacy to leave.  Michael and Adam discuss Adam's story from the beginning. Growing up in a Jewish family in Brooklyn NY and how the diversity of NYC opened Adam's eyes to cuisines from every part of the world. His time at Yale studying drama and working, pretty much every job in the restaurant industry. Plus, how his love and study of acting and the theater combined with his experience and passion for culinary arts put him on a path to host one of the most popular TV food programs of all time, which he quite literally was made for. If you've got a dream and not sure how to achieve it, this episode is for you.  Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

You wouldn't know it by looking at him, but Jordan Syatt is a beast. He's a 5x World Record Powerlifter and one of the few people in the world to deadlift 4x his own body weigh. Not bad for a self proclaimed short, bald, Harry Potter nerd. He has become one of the industry’s leading experts in strength training, nutrition, and behavioral psychology. You've likely seen his work featured in CNN, The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Men's Health Magazine, Men’s Fitness Magazine, and Schwarzenegger.com, just to name a few.  Jordan began Syatt Fitness from his dorm at the University of Delaware in 2011, and has since helped countless individuals achieve their fitness goals, including the likes of Gary Vaynerchuk and many others. He takes a science-based approach to wellness, strength and health training and to prove it he actually lost weight on a diet of 1 BigMac a day every day for 30 days, proving that anyone can reach their goals with the right plan.  In this conversation Michael and Jordan discuss how Jordan found success by focusing on what came natural to him and once he followed his instincts, opportunity came knocking. Plus, how a 5 foot 4 inch Jordan convinced the world famous power lifting legend Louie Simmons to let him train at the elite West Side Barbell Gym, the invite only pinnacle for powerlifters. It's a great story that proves embracing who you are, flaws and all, allows you to find out what you're meant for. Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Megan Dolce is a mental health advocate, life coach, culture consultant and the founder of Ripe. She is an incredible, empathetic human being that helps athletes, business executives, and many other professionals navigate the challenges and hurdles of various points of life. Megan's company Ripe is an education space that provides their community with the tools they need to grow and summit adversity every step of the way.  On this episode Michael and Megan dive deep into leadership and the characteristics of a true leader. They cover Megan's childhood and the confidence and empathy her parents instilled in her, which led to the success she achieved in her professional career. Megan's core beliefs are rooted in people over profits, and this is the north star for her and those she consults. That mindset is what leads people and organizations to build great companies around unique culture, which is the bedrock for successful organizations and purpose driven prosperity.  Don't forget to share this episode with your circle and be sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade. Follow Michael Chernow at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

This episode of Born or Made is a personal one, as Michael sits down with childhood best friend and business partner Daniel Holzman. Daniel is a chef, restaurateur, author and sought-after educator, who's work has been published in Saveur, the New York Times, TASTE, and Afar, among others. He's appeared in countless local and national broadcast segments and print publications, and as a competitor, lead character, and judge in hundreds of hours of television programming including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show, and many others.  Michael and Daniel met as kids growing up on the streets of New York City at the ages of 12 and 13. They came up together in the culinary world and eventually founded the Meatball Shop restaurants.  As deep as their personal friendship was, their professional relationship was a tumultuous one and they clashed over how to run their businesses, eventually parting ways for some time. Each went on his own path and recently reconnected and rekindled their friendship. In this episode Daniel and Michael dive into their relationship as friends and as business partners. They share their story of growing up and eventually launching an amazing business together. Plus, where they failed as business partners and how that almost destroyed their friendship forever. This is an honest conversation of wisdom and humility with each one admitting their flaws and insecurities. It's a must listen for anyone in a partnership, and an incredible story of entrepreneurialism, friendship, struggle and how ego and pride can take control of your better judgement, if you're not careful. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Anthony Mendez is an entrepreneur, coach, athlete, and fitness professional specializing in loaded & unloaded movement training. You've likely seen him featured in publications like Men's Health and Mens Journal, to name a few. His 10 + years of experience and unique style of training have garnered him a Puma athlete ambassadorship, private clientele and hundreds of thousands of followers. He’s all about nourishing the mind, body and soul, and he’s a dedicated influencer on social media who uses his platform to learn, network, & work with others to create an impact in the community.  Michael and Anthony go in depth on the power of positivity, plus the anchors that helps Anthony focus and achieve incredible feats.  A recurring theme being finding your motivation (your why) and centering that in your purpose. From there everything else falls into place and obstacles become nothing in the pursuit for greatness. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Kari Pearce is a straight-up superhero. She's a five-time CrossFit Games athlete and three-time Fittest American Female. She is currently the 5th fittest woman on earth and has been in the top 10 the last four years. She holds the NY State bench press record at 240 lbs and she's the founder of PowerAbs. The list goes on... She began her athletic career as a gymnast at the age of 3 and did it for 18 years straight. Kari was on the Varsity Gymnastics team at the University of Michigan where her team won 4 Big Ten Championships, and she earned her degree in Movement Science. Michael talks to Kari about her athletic successes and her never-ending drive to compete and win. Plus, her thoughts on hard work vs natural talent, and her decision to live a life that makes her happy, not what the others may think is the better choice. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at:  Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Continuing our conversation with Chef Roy Choi, known as one of the architects of the modern food truck movement through Kogi BBQ. He is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and has won more awards than we can list here. Let's just put it this way, the man was named one of TIME 100's Most Influential People in  2016. He's a NY Times Best Selling Author, TV Host, restauranteur and he is a voice and advocate for street food culture past, present, and future. On part 2 of Michael's discussion with Roy, they delve into Roy's philosophies and beliefs. They discuss Roy's family and their pursuit of the American dream. The moment they found success, which led to wealth for the family for the first time, and how that affected Roy's childhood and relationship with money. Roy opens up about his major philosophy about sharing success with those he cared for and giving back to his community, which is what later helped save Kogi during the pandemic. Speaking of Kogi, they discuss how it all began and the circumstances that led Roy down the path of reinventing street food culture. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Michael sits down with Chef, Roy Choi. Roy is known as one of the architects of the modern food truck movement through Kogi BBQ. He is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and has won more awards than we can list here. Let's just put it this way, the man was named one of TIME 100's Most Influential People in  2016. He's a NY Times Best Selling Author, TV Host, restauranteur and he is a voice and advocate for street food culture past, present, and future. Michael and Roy covered so many things we had to break this up into 2 episodes. Part 1 covers much of what's happening in the world right now. They talk racism, equality and discuss the much-needed change that America needs. Plus, his immigrant roots, the hustle mentality he inherited from his Korean parents and the birth of Kogi. Make sure to follow the show on Instagram @bornormade, and follow Michael at: Twitter: @MichaelChernow Instagram: @michaelchernow Facebook: @MichaelPChernow LinkedIn: @McChernow

Nick Dio is the Head of Education at Sasha Group of VaynerX & Creative Director at WOLACO. Nick Dio is a good friend, one of the best humans I’ve ever encountered, a true optimist, and an Entrepreneur. Nick and I get into his story of his pretty awesome childhood, how he landed his first job at Vayner Media over 7 years ago, and how he helped launch one of my favorite men’s fitness apparel brand, WOLACO. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Jason WachobFounder and Co-CEO of MindBodyGreen, a wellness based media company that focuses on science based well being, covering everything from movement, to clean eating and breathing, to how humans connect and what drives... Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Adam Kallen & Alex Dimattio of Jane Motorcycles Adam Kallen and Alex Dimattio, Founders of Jane Motorcycles, One of my favorite men’s apparel brands, they build custom motorcycles and pull on the best espresso’s in Brooklyn…... Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

John Seymour, founder and CEO of restaurant brands Sweet Chic, Lil Sweet Chic and Ludlow Coffee Supply. John and I go back to elementary school, I’ve known John since the first grade.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

Marcus Antebi founded Juice Press in 2010. The first Juice Press store opened in New York City's East Village and has since has opened more than 80+ retail stores. The popular nutrition and wellness brand is now recognized as the premiere organic "grab and go" health food provider. Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

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Leah McSweeny Leah McSweeny is a Revolutionary Entrepreneur, Columnist, Reality TV personality and like me, a NYC born and raised hustler. Leah is also the founder and CEO of urban street wear brand Married To The Mob.  Follow Mike on Instagram: @MichaelChernow Follow Born or Made: @BornorMade Sign up for KreaturesofHabit.com

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