{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Meat Mafia Podcast","title":"Zach Pogrob: How To Cultivate Obsession In Your Life | MMP #353","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/1555053e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5040,"description":"Returning guest Zach Pogrob joins us on the pod today. Zach Pogrob is a creator and influencer, known for his raw & authentic writing and now famous association with the word 'obsession'. Zach has amassed a following of over 1.4 million on Instagram by embodying and promoting the idea of obsession as a transformative force in life, which he is currently embodying through running. Zach's journey from a relatively unknown individual to a widely recognized figure has been quite extraordinary. As you'll hear in this episode, this was not an overnight success, and we're of the personal belief few people walk the walk better than this man. Key topics discussed:- The transformative power of obsession and its impact on personal growth.- Running and endurance training as tools for self-discovery and pushing personal limits.- The role of solitude in developing confidence and self-awareness.- Overcoming imposter syndrome and the importance of authenticity.- Building a movement by embodying and leading with one's ideas.Timestamps:(00:02) Transformation Through Marathon Running(08:27) The Power of Running Obsession(17:38) Discovering Self Through Entrepreneurship & Running(25:21) Finding Authenticity Through Writing and Video(31:53) The Writing and Running Obsession(41:11) Embracing New York City Pressure(48:21) Embracing Risk and Building Obsession(56:56) Building Identity Through Inspiration(01:00:25) Studying Athletes and Daily Routine(01:06:33) Harnessing Obsession for Energy and Success(01:15:43) Harnessing Solitude for Creative Growth(01:20:25) Gratitude and Inspiring Friendship*** SPONSOR ***CarnivoreCrowd - CrowdHealthThe CarnivoreCrowd over at CrowdHealth is bringing together metabolically healthy people to share in medical expenses. It's incredible. They're providing an alternative to health care coverage in the form of a community-based approach. It's pretty simple - you pay a monthly fee and then when your medical expenses come up you simply cover them with cash...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/IRL5ufWhT6cSjzPB9-bkwMgCSdSSFfwoPkGjxz3MvtE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84Y2Fi/NjA1YjI1YTI1MmE4/ZmQ2NGU4Y2RkMDA3/NTBjYi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}