Barbells & Brothers with Troy Ismir
186 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsThe Barbells & Brothers podcast is a spiritual gym that helps men LIFT & STRENGTHEN their SPIRIT. We do this by learning to accept our humanity and believing in our divinity.
If you are feeling stuck playing it safe in your life and are unfulfilled, this show will inspire you to get out of your comfort zone and start to take a chance on yourself so you can get out of quiet desperation and start to live a life of divine inspiration.
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The Sensitive Man
April 28, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 45.6 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is William Allen. William is an author of two books about being a highly sensitive man. He also has a blog called The Sensitive Man. William’s mission is to shed more light on highly sensitive males and the much-needed role they can fill in our society. It is estimated that about twenty percent of the world's population is made up of individuals with the Highly Sensitive personality trait. About half of that group is comprised ...
A Higher Road
April 21, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is D. Neil Elliott. Neil is the author of A Higher Road- Cleanse Your Consciousness to Transcend the Ego and Ascend Spiritually. At age fifty-seven, Neil was depressed, anxious, and fearful. He felt trapped … there was no way out. Searching desperately for a sliver of hope, a reason to keep going, he found a Higher Road. More accurately, it found him—and as he traveled that road, he discovered a seven-step process that transforme...
Wisdom of the Men
April 14, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Clint Arthur. Clint has shared the stage with Martha Stewart, Dr Oz, Suzanne Somers, Caitlyn Jenner, IceT, and five presidents of the United States. His 21st bestselling book, “Wisdom Of The Men,” is nominated for the Pulitzer Prize.
Broken and Redeemed
April 07, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is John Jarman. John is the fitness director at Fircrest Golf Club in Washington state, where he specializes in golf-specific training. He is also pursuing a Master of Theology degree. John is the author of Broken and Redeemed where he shares his personal story of challenges, failures, losses and blessings.
The Joy of Giving
March 17, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBMy guest on this weeks episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is EA Csolkovits. EA is the founder of the GIVERS University to teach others worldwide about GIVERS and Takers. Givers University is your home for Wisdom, Wealth and Wellness. EA was a millionaire by age 23, holds a second degree black belt, has established and owned a 1,000 acre wildlife sanctuary and is a commercial pilot amongst many other personal and business accomplishments. Enjoy this powerful conversation that is ...
Thoughts Become Things
March 10, 2022 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Neo Positivity. Neo is a law of attraction guru. He retired at the age of 28 from the Camden City Police Department just eight months after seeing the movie The Secret for the first time. He has interviewed over one thousand law of attraction enthusiasts and displays their best tips and secrets in his monthly Law of Attraction Summit.
Freedom is an Inside Job
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 44.8 MBMy guest on this week's episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Chris Plourde. Chris is a Los Angeles based Conscious Performance Coach, Consultant, Speaker and Mind Body Instructor with over 20 years of experience. Chris has traveled both nationally and internationally speaking, Educating on the physical, mental and emotional aspects of wellness & life. He has also worked with and coached well-known companies such as Walt Disney, Equinox, YPO (Young Presidents Organization) Chapte...
Happiness is a Choice
January 27, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Kirk Nurmi. Kirk rose to international prominence as the lead counsel for the infamous Jodi Arias. The stress of that case brought cancer into his life. And with cancer came big changes and a whole new life. A life now where happiness is his beacon. Kirk has authored eight books and has appeared on numerous TV shows.
Redefining Failure
December 23, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBIn my latest episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I have a powerful conversation with my guest, Ryan MacTaggart. We share our experiences with failure and how we are redefining failure in our own personal lives. The fear of failure can hold us back from taking a chance on ourselves. By redefining failure we can bust through the limitations we put on ourselves and start to live a life of risk and adventure for the greater good.
Locked Up Abroad
December 16, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Chancellor K Jackson. Chancellor was born in Fulton County, Georgia, to Native American parents, grew up in Smyrna, Georgia, and attended Stetson University. For nine years he played football at the high school and collegiate level. After graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Communication and Media Studies, Chancellor lived abroad in China from 2018-2019. Chancellor fell into writing after his traumatic experience of being arr...
Finding Purpose and Fulfillment in Life
November 30, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThis episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is all about finding your purpose and fulfillment in life. I have conversational style interview with Ryan MacTaggart who is the founder and creator of the Brothers Life Council. Ryan and I share a common passion of helping men live a life that makes them feel fully alive. One of those keys to living a divinely inspired life is living a life of purpose and fulfillment. That is what our discussion is all about. We share our battles of f...
Freedom From the Fear of Conflict
November 18, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.3 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Jerry Fu. Jerry is a conflict resolution coach. He focuses on resolving clients' conflict at work, in culture, and within themselves. Jerry was born in the United States, growing up in a Taiwanese family. He encountered conflicts at work, in culture, and within myself. Jerry didn’t know how to handle any of it and didn’t know where to look for help. He also lost a job because he continually avoided conflict with an upset ...
Lost Sight...Gained Vision
November 11, 2021 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Joe Rinaldi. Joe is a writer, motivational speaker and personal coach and host of the podcast called The Pursuit. The biggest joy in Joe's life is being able to help, encourage and guide other people in their pursuit of greater goals, bigger things and better versions of themselves. And one more thing, Joe is grateful to be going blind. Joe was born with a genetic eye condition (Best Disease) that has been causing him to lose...
Practicing the Art of Not-Doing
November 04, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 18.8 MBIn my latest episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share what I have learned from my 30 days in the desert through the art of practicing not-doing. In a culture that says we have to do more, my message is that we need to do less and be more. We need to do less forcing and more listening. I also talk about the importance of tapping into our own circadian rhythm for sleep and a natural rhythm for eating and any other healthy habits we are working on creating in our life. If you ...
The Spiritual Practice of Self-Compassion
October 28, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 17.3 MBIn my latest episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share the three practices I have been doing to cultivate self-compassion in my life. 1. Accepting My Humanity and Believing in My Divinity 2. The Mirror Practice 3. Centering Prayer If you find yourself struggling with self-compassion, which I think we all do to some extent, these are three helpful spiritual practices to incorporate into our everyday lives that will help us to see our goodness.
Shattered, Not Broken
October 07, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 12.9 MBIn my latest episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share 3 life lessons I have learned from a shattered knee that I experienced 35 years ago on October 4th, 1986. I look back on the day of my catastrophic knee injury that changed the trajectory of my life and reflect on the wisdom gained over the past 35 years.
Rags to Riches to Ruined to Redemption
September 30, 2021 08:00 - 58 minutes - 52.9 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Dr. Joe Martin. Dr. Joe is an award-winning internationally known speaker, author, professor, and certified "man builder" who helps men win at what matters and frustrates them most as husbands, fathers, and spiritual leaders. He's authored or co-authored more than nine books. He's also the host of the #1 rated podcast for Christian men on Apple Podcasts called Real Men Connect. Dr. Joe shares with courageous vulnerability hi...
The Call To Lift Your Spirit
September 23, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my journey of transitioning from a personal trainer to this strong calling of being a spiritual warrior coach. As much as I love fitness, the call to lift your spirit as a spiritual coach is even stronger. It's what sets my soul on fire. I believe now more than ever men need to find their own spiritual path. I can't think of a better way to spend the rest of my life doing my inner work of growing spiritually and guiding men...
Household Life Is Confining
September 16, 2021 08:00 - 15 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my three intentions as I start my digital nomad journey. 1. Return To My True Soul 2. Find Joy In the Present Moment 3. Live With Passion This podcast will inspire you to be more intentional with your life no matter where you are currently at. True joy comes from the inside.
All Hearts Beat As One
September 02, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this podcast I share a vision and dream I have for our world to have peace by cultivating inner peace in our own personal lives. I envision a movement of men coming together called Spiritual Warriors Unite where all hearts beat as one. A spiritual warrior is someone who is willing to take a deep introspective journey for a cause greater than themselves. Spiritual Warriors Unite is a group of men who show up with brotherly love who are non-conformists. We are rebels for good. We...
Unleash the Champ Within
August 26, 2021 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBMy guest for this week's episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Kyle Sullivan. Kyle shows up with courageous vulnerability in our interview sharing his life experiences as a division 1 athlete, drug dealer, pastor, father and the founder of a coaching company. Kyle has over ten years of organizational leadership and team development experience. He was a pastor for eleven years and now runs a coaching company that serves successful men and women in business leadership roles to Un...
Get Vaccinated and Create a New Possibility
August 19, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 23.4 MBGetting vaccinated has been a polarizing topic as of late. In my latest episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my thoughts on why I am choosing to get vaccinated after a great deal of self-reflection. My vision is to see our world become united instead of polarized over this topic. With crisis comes opportunity. I see this as an opportunity to make a shift in our world's health. I believe getting the vaccine is right thing to do to heal our world and create a new possi...
The Million Dollar Body Method
August 12, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBMy guest on this weeks episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Nate Palmer. Nate is a fitness and nutrition expert, coach, speaker and writer who believes that being in incredible shape gives a massive advantage in business, focus and relationships. Nate is also a dad, husband and the number one bestselling author of The Million Dollar Body Method and Passport Fitness. We talk about all kinds of engaging topics such as getting our self-worth through body image, the benefits of h...
My Podium Is On the Inside
August 05, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 18.2 MBSo much of our world is defined through competition and having to prove ourselves. A big topic of conversation is Simone Biles pulling out of Olympic competition. In this episode of my Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my story of how the majority of my life has been defined by having to prove myself through competition as a means of self-worth. The truth is that we all have the podium inside of us with a gold medal hanging around our neck because we are all children of God with no...
How Silence Teaches Us Who We Are
July 29, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBMy guest on this week's episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Rich Lewis. Rich is an author, speaker and coach who focuses on centering prayer as a means of inner transformation. He teaches centering prayer in both his local and virtual community and offers one-on-one coaching. Rich’s newest book is titled, "Sitting with God: A Journey To Your True Self Through Centering Prayer." He publishes a weekly meditation, book reviews, and interviews on his site, Silence Teaches. He has ...
How to Live With Soulful Power with Christian de la Huerta
July 22, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBMy guest for this weeks Barbells & Brothers podcast is Christian de la Huerta. Christian is a sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community. He is an award-winning, critically acclaimed author and has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TedX stage. His new book is titled "Awakening the Soul of Power." We take a deep dive into what heroism means, what is soulful power, what a new version of masculinity l...
Reach Your Ultimate Potential with Ben Eden
July 15, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBMy guest on this episode of Barbells & Brothers was Ben Eden. Ben has presented around the world with a message that raises listeners' sights and encourages them to "Reach Their Ultimate Potential". Ben helps audiences master their thoughts, heal their emotions, and live their dreams so they can achieve their best in both business and in life. We cover topics from pornography addiction, how we can heal our emotions, the importance of seeking out help and how to leave the comfort and se...
Sometimes You Have to Stir Up the Water
July 08, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I talk about a specific episode of The Chosen where Jesus healed the paralytic man at the Pool of Bethesda. I share my thoughts on how easy it is for us to get caught up in victim mode and how to get out of it and how Jesus is a rebel for good and how we can be rebels for good as well.
How to Slow Down and Live Joyfully
July 01, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share with you my practice of slowing down and living joyfully through the 4S lifestyle. 1. Slow Down 2. Silence 3. Solitude 4. Simplicity
Present Moment...Wonderful Moment
June 17, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.49 MBThis episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is all about staying in the present moment. The past has already happened and the future isn't here yet, so let's enjoy being in the present moment. In this podcast I share practical ways that we can practice staying in the present moment.
Radically Free To Be Me
June 03, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this podcast I explore what it means to have radical freedom in our lives. We often times put ourselves in a cage limiting our own personal freedom. There are four things that I am working on in my own personal life to bust out of my cage. 1. Live a life of risk being willing to fail. 2. Freedom from fear of man. 3. Do what makes you feel fully alive. 4. Freedom comes from the inside. When we practice these things we can find true freedom and have more peace and joy in our...
Say Yes To Your Adventure
May 27, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this podcast episode I share why it's important to build adventure into our lives. I talk about my experience at the CO2UT gravel bike race in Fruita, Colorado and how adventure in our lives helps us to feel fully alive.
Isolation Destroys Solitude Transforms
May 20, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode of the Barbells and Brothers podcast I talk about the difference between isolation and solitude. They both require time spent alone, but one is destructive and the other one is transformative. We get to choose if we want to spend time in isolation which leads to quiet desperation or time in solitude which leads to divine inspiration. It's a mindset.
5 Takeaways From My Silent Retreat
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my experience at a four day silent retreat at the Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Sedalia, Colorado. There were five key takeaways for me. 1. Gain Perspective 2. Silence...The Path to Radical Inner Transformation 3. Love Ourselves Unconditionally 4. Where Are the Men? 5. Clarity of Purpose
5 Ways to Live From Our Heart
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share what I have learned on my book writing journey so far. I have discovered 5 way to live from my heart that has shown up in this process of writing my first book. 1. Follow My Own Inner Wisdom 2. Speak My Own Truth 3. Let Go of People Pleasing 4. Do What Makes Me Happy 5. Detach From Outcomes
Letting Go Of An Old Identity
April 22, 2021 15:45 - 14 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this podcast I share my story of letting go of an old identity and stepping into a new possibility of feeling great and living free. You will learn the importance of letting go of an identity that isn't serving you any longer and step into who you are truly created to be.
Three Pillars to Being a Better Man
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share three pillars that will help us to be better men. Pillar 1...Brotherhood Pillar 2...Optimal Health Pillar 3...Purpose At our core we all want to be better men. It takes courage to take a look at our lives to see what isn't working and go on a introspective journey for a transcendent cause greater than ourselves. That is a journey of a spiritual warrior.
How to Date In An Evolved Way
April 01, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBMy guest on this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is Riana Milne. Riana is a Certified Global Life and Love Trauma Recovery Coach, Certified Mindfulness Coach, educational speaker and a number one bestselling author. The name of her podcast is Lessons in Life and Love. We explore various topics focusing on past unhealed unconscious childhood trauma, codependency, creating the life we love and what an emotionally healthy, evolved and conscious dating relationship looks like.
Another Senseless Tragedy...Why?
March 25, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBIn my latest episode of my Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my thoughts on the recent tragedy of the mass shooting in my home town of Boulder Colorado. I pray for all of the victims families and that there is healing for those families and our community and world.
No Pain...No Gain...No More
March 18, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.97 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share how I am transitioning from a no pain no gain mantra to with joy with love mantra for optimal health and fitness and finding overall happiness in life.
Believe In Yourself
March 11, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 9.82 MBThis episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is all about believing in ourselves. Don't let self-doubt win. We are being guided on this great mysterious journey of life. Have faith in yourself because of your faith in God.
Contentment
March 04, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 14.4 MBAs I am about to turn 54 years old, I share my thoughts on contentment and what I have learned along the way. Contentment is learning to accept life as it is. The good, that bad and the ugly as it is all a part of the journey and path to spiritual growth.
5 Strategies to Practice Radical Simplicity
February 25, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share with you 5 strategies to simplify your life. 1. Simple Minimalism 2. Simple Fitness 3. Simple Nutrition 4. Simple Spirituality 5. Simple Mind
Creating Silence, Stillness and Solitude
February 11, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 11.2 MBThis episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is all about the importance of creating silence, stillness and solitude in our lives. It's a game changer. The art of slowing down and listening.
Embracing Our Tender Side
February 04, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I explore what it means to embrace our tender side as a man. So many men feel shame around having a tender and sensitive side. That has been my story and I am discovering that it is a part of many men's story. Being tender does not make us weak or soft, it makes us caring and compassionate human beings.
Being in Brotherhood
January 28, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I talk all about the importance of being in brotherhood and how isolation and loneliness can impact our health. Iron sharpens iron.
Silence is Betrayal
January 21, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 9.55 MBIn this podcast episode I share my dream of helping men get out of quiet desperation to living a life of divine inspiration. I am in the process of crowdfunding a book and message that God has put so strongly on my heart. You can find out more about the book and how to pre-order through this link. https://publishizer.com/spiritual-warrior-training-handbook/
Divine Inspiration
January 14, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share what it means to be divinely inspired. I discuss how we can move towards what inspires us feeling fully alive. So many men are stuck in quiet desperation feeling hopeless. This podcast is about helping men get out of quiet desperation and living a life of divine inspiration.
My One Word for 2021...JOY
January 07, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast I share my one word I want to live by in 2021, joy. I share my story behind why this word is important to me and encourage you to choose one word that inspires you to live your best life in 2021.
Letting Go
December 31, 2020 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThis episode of the Barbells & Brothers podcast is all about letting go. I talk about the importance of letting go of control, ego, fear and hurts as we step into 2021. When we let go of things that no longer serve us it creates opportunities for us to step into who God created us to be. It's more about unlearning than learning.