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Intellectual Potluck
Ever wondered about the stories history class skipped over? Or had a question so odd you weren’t sure who to ask? We are serving up a feast of fascinating deep dives and expert interviews, exploring the weird, wonderful, and sometimes overlooked corners of history, science, and beyond.
Each episode is a potluck of curiosity—sometimes a gripping historical mystery, other times a conversation with someone who has the answers to questions you didn’t even know you had. From the forgotten moments that shaped the world to the surprising insights hiding in plain sight, we’re here to uncover the stories that make you say, “Wait, why didn’t I learn this in school?”
If you love unexpected discoveries, fresh perspectives, and the thrill of learning something new, pull up a chair. There’s always something interesting on the table at Intellectual Potluck.
Intellectual Potluck
The Mental Battle of Running: Mind over Mileage
Why is running so hard—mentally??
In this episode, we dive into the biggest mental barriers that stop people from running (or sticking with it). From motivation struggles to the mind games of endurance, we chat about what makes running feel impossible some days and effortless on others.
Grant is my opposite in this, he doesn't ever seem to struggle for motivation! So we're exchanging tips on pushing past mental roadblocks, staying motivated, and actually enjoying the run.
Related links:
Trying to explain Parkrun: https://youtu.be/WcRydDbvg9w?si=kGq-t2jJNCwa8IW3
Running and the Science of Mental Toughness: https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/running-and-the-science-of-mental-toughness/
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
13:10 - Mental barriers
21:55 - Train your Brain
35:25 - Motivation Tactics
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