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SF #234 – Naughty or Nice: Which List Do You Live By?

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SF #234 - Naughty or Nice... Which List Do You Live By - ALBUM ART-ARMordant & McFall discuss the concept of defining your life by what’s wrong in it, “Naughty,” or what is going right, “Nice.”  This extends beyond the now moment into how you see yourself.  Out of that is how you find the paths to where you are heading.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we start off counting our adventures and discuss the meaning of this week’s title.  In segment two, we remind you that it’s not about behavior but how you see yourself… Naughty vs. Nice.  Charles delves a bit deeper into the meaning of lists and how they affect your life.  In the Level Up section… Charles says, “Acknowledging that times are tough doesn’t mean that you’re dwelling on the Negative.”  Mordant says, “Good things lie on the other end of a pain in the ass!”  And finally in On Beyond, we share our thoughts on Social Media and how it affects your life.
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SF #233 – Podcast Mavens~ with Audrey Kearns

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SF #233 - Podcast Mavens with Audrey Kerns - ALBUM ART-ARToday we have a great interview with Audrey Kearns of Geek Girl Authority, who is an amazing podcaster, actress, interviewer, and so much more.

On this episode of Success Freaks, Mordant has tech issues while Charles starts the show, and we just “go with the flow”.  In segment two… Mordant? Mordant? Bueller? Nope. We find out more about Social Anxiety and overcoming challenges.  Third Section: Still no Mordant! (So Charles and Audrey talk about how getting away from rules, leads to success.)   In the 4th section, Mordant wrestles his Tech issues into submission and joins the show! He asks Audrey for advice for people moving forward through similar challenges.   In On Beyond, we go all “fan-boy” and ask Audry what it’s like conducting interviews with people she’s such a fan of.

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SF #232 – Fear is the Mind Killer

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SF #232 - Fear is the Mind Killer - ALBUM ART-ARIn a world where  it seems like most responses are based in fear, Mordant & McFall are discussing how to have rational love-based responses.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we jump right into “what the title of this week’s show means” and how it affects us all.  In segment two, Charles talks about the psychology of Perception.  Chatroom Query: How do you tell the difference between fear and instinct?  In the Level Up section, we learn how to deal with our fears and be patient with those who are dealing with their own fear.  In On Beyond, the discussion is about the emotion of Fear vs. respect and understanding.  Plus… there’s Werewolves.

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SF #231 – Chasing Your Best Possible

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SF #231 - Chasing Your Best Possible - ALBUM ART-ARMordant & McFall discuss how to keep your focus on achieving your best possible everything.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we ask ‘How do you figure out what your “best possible” anything is.  We make a Borderlands analogy about how challenges make life fun.  If you’re good at something, are you required to pursue it? (…is a question we answer)    And we talk about finding a way to keep yourself feeling normal so that you can act normal when opportunity comes knocking.  In On Beyond, we illustrate how saying ‘Yes’ can work out… even if you’re unable to recognize it. [Read more…]

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SF #230 – Grateful for the Challenges

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SF #230 - Grateful for the Challenges - ALBUM ART-ARThis time, R. Mordant Mahon brings his level up lifestyle to the table.  By that we mean he views every challenge as a way to improve what he does.  McFall has been assigned the humor.  You, dear audience, bring the snacks.  Thanks for joining the SF office party!

On this episode of Success Freaks, Mordant has taken on new challenges and we’re gonna talk about ‘em!  In the 2nd section, Mordant throws out another Fabulous app.  We ask How do you deal with a host who can’t Speak?  Listener Laura asks “What are your plans for the holidays?”  In On Beyond, we Level Up and run low on batteries.
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SF #229 – Shut Up and Learn

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SF #229 - Shut Up and Learn - ALBUM ART-AR

Mordant & McFall tackle the issue of when confidence in one person meets the worry wart in another, how to deal with the conflict, and how to shut up (on either side of the equation) and learn your lesson.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we promote a good cause, but somehow forget to set up the show.  We hear what happens when co-workers clash between ‘Worry Wart’ and ‘It’s Fine!’ attitudes.  We share a few personal stories of growth.  In the Level Up, we learn to look for the lesson in every situation.  And in On Beyond, we share the cartoon reactions we sometimes have to each other. [Read more…]

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SF #228 – Finding Your Happiness in Troubled Times

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SF #228 - Finding Happiness in Troubled Times - ALBUM ART-ARWhat happens when you decide to measure your happiness internally instead of by external measures?  Mordant & McFall tell the stories of doing it both ways and how, at times, they found peace in chaos.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we jump right in with a controversial set up to the show.  We find that making your happiness about something outside yourself is no good.  We ask, ‘Why did I have that change of perception in that moment?’  In the Level Up, we discover that we’re responsible for our own happiness by being that change you want to see in the world.  And in On Beyond, we talk about “Me Time.”

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SF #227 – November Listener Mailbag

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SF #227 - November Mailbag - ALBUM ART-AR

November Mail Bag or the most awkward dating show ever….  We were planning to do another Lister show, but ran into that Facebook phenomenon of many people hitting the like button but no one actually writing in.  So, we winged it and, as in life, found our way into a great topic.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we start the show by warming up the Chat Room.  We tackle a listener question about climbing out of a rut while fighting depression.  We discuss a reversal of desire and understanding who you are.  In the Level Up, we discuss Viktor Frankl’s book Man’s Search for Meaning.  And in On Beyond, we take on a male perspective and the Success Freaks Buttercups Facebook group is born. [Read more…]

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SF #226 – We Are Who We Are

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On this episode of Success Freaks, we open with one topic and organically change direction to another.  We SF #226 - We Are Who We Are - ALBUM ART-ARlearn about Mordant’s visit with IRUSA, and that ‘People are people’ (♫ so, why should it beeeeee… ♫).  Our conversation uses a different group of people to show similarity.  In the Level Up, we discuss ‘acceptance vs tolerance’.  And in On Beyond, we  argue about owning our behavior vs. the consideration of all.

What begins as a show about team building, quickly morphs into a frank discussion about Mordant’s experience at the Islamic Relief USA offices, the similarities in people different from us, diversity, racism, and moving from prejudice to tolerance and onto acceptance.  Join the Success Freaks as they take a look at some of the difficulty inherent in moving out from your comfort zone of knowing only people who are familiar to you to having new friends with different backgrounds.
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SF #225 – My Favorite Muslim

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SF #225 - My Favorite Muslim - ALBUM ART-ARMordant travels to the Washington D.C. area and the offices of IRUSA.

Success Freaks gives you a behind-the-brand look at the disaster-relief nonprofit known as Islamic Relief USA.  Listen in as Mordant & McFall share laughter and interview some of the people involved with this American charity organization.  Listen in and discover for yourself why this episode earned the title My Favorite Muslim. [Read more…]

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SF #224 – Behavior Never Lies

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SF #224 - Behavior Never Lies - ALBUM ART-ARMordant & McFall discuss the idea that no matter what you think or say you want, your behavior tells the truth.

On this episode of Success Freaks, we open with an awesome set-up to this the topic.  We learn that success takes ACTION.  We both share stories of changing belief and behavior.  We ask the question How do you change the idea of who you are, when your behavior says something different?  In the Level Up, we tell you to pay attention to your behavior.  And in On Beyond, Charles shares his speech at his Dad’s retirement ceremony.

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SF #223 – I Don’t Have Time for This!

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SF #223 -I Don't Have Time for This! - ALBUM ART-ARMordant & McFall tackle real-life time issues that arise with helping others be awesome, the resistance we put forth, and how to be flexible enough to do it already.

On this episode of Success Freaks, the guys open with Mordant’s irritation about his own lack of preparation, which sets up the topic for today.  Charles explains the idea of the Vegas Mile.  Then, Mordant & Charles move onto learning to accept blank spaces on your calendar.  In the Level Up, we tell you to make yourself available in life while still finding a way to be ok with resting.  And in On Beyond, it’s all about refreshing your awareness of the space around you through conversation. [Read more…]

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SF #222 – Listener Potpourri

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SF #222 - Listener Potpourri - ALBUM ART-ARMordant & McFall bring in questions and topics from their listeners.

This episode of Success Freaks, is ALL about questions from YOU!  We open with a Leadership “Drive-by” on the way to Listener Participation.  We chat about how to succeed when you don’t have one singular passion to follow.  We ask, ‘How do you love yourself enough to brag about it?’  We ‘Level Up’ by being unapologetic and finding like-minded people.  And in ‘On Beyond’, it’s all about Awesome stories from Life. [Read more…]

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SF #221 – Tough Temptations

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What to do when faced with tough job temptations.

On SF #221 - Tough Temptaions - ALBUM ART-ARthis episode of Success Freaks, the guys open with Rough voices and High Adventure.  We ask if handed a Job Opportunity, should you always take advantage of it?  We discuss both sides of The Peter Principle.  In the fourth segment, we talk about facing the Writing on the Wall, preparing for change, and how to stay positive in a negative situation.  And, in On Beyond, we talk about how to level up while taking care of yourself. [Read more…]

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SF #220 – Do Your Duty

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SF#220 FB WallMordant & McFall tackle controversy in their usual Success-Freaky way by talking about what’s going on in Kentucky and how to hold onto your beliefs while doing your job….  Or, get the hell out of the way while maintaining who you hold yourself to be.

In this episode of Success Freaks, the guys open with Birthdays, Weekend Adventures, and discuss how Belief is related to doing your Duty.  Mordant brings a Star Trek quote into the discussion of Belief coming into contrast with your J.O.B.  We’ll answer the question: Belief vs. Job Possibilities?  In the Level Up, Charles suggests that you should Understand your Choices and Mordant encourages you to set yourself & others up to succeed and remove yourself from a job that infringes on your belief.  And, in On Beyond, they tackle what Sacrifice can mean in a heated and very entertaining way! [Read more…]

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SF #219 – Personal Power Opportunity Makers

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Mordant is on his journey of taking control of his life and McFall is swimming through the universe of possibilities.

This week on Success Freaks, it’s Take Two (after some technical difficulties!) and then it gets really awesome!  Mordant chats about taking up your personal power and Charles talks about believing your way into the land of opportunity.  They answer some questions and bring home the possibilities!  In the Level Up, Charles cautions to be aware of what you choose, and Mordant says Believe in Yourself!  In On Beyond, Mordant makes an amazing point about Love and Charles wraps it up with a Caffermation! [Read more…]

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SF #218 – Awesome Labor Day Adventures

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Mordant had a mysteriously great weekend that he is waiting to share on the show and McFall just came back from Dragon Con.  This is a Success Freaks episode full of Awesome Adventures.

This week on Success Freaks, the guys talk about the amazing things they did over the Labor Day weekend.  Mordant tells us about his weekend at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and the Tortuga Twins getting funded on Kickstarter.   McFall talks about his level up to “Pro Podcaster” status at Dragon Con and the panels he hosted this year. [Read more…]

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SF #217 – Patience, Grasshopper

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When nothing seems to be working, is it you or the universe?  Mordant & McFall hit “Do Something” vs “Patience” and explain why they are both right.

This week on Success Freaks, the guys help you practice patience with a little An-tic-i… Pation!  Then, they stop making you wait and actually talk about Patience.  The chatroom starts a discussion about “Being ready, WHILE being impatient.”  In the Level Up, we caution you to be careful what you ask for… and teach you not to jump to “knee jerky” conclusions.  And, in On Beyond, we dive into the mechanics of “Mordant & McFall.” [Read more…]

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SF #216 – It’s Time to Love your Big Ego

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Is having a Big Ego really a bad thing?  Mordant & McFall discuss the pros & cons of being full of yourself.

This week on Success Freaks, the guys talk about awesome experiences on new social platforms.  They spend time in the Chatroom discussing the meaning of having a Big Ego, and asking is it Ego or Arrogance?  In the Level up section, Mordant & McFall finally ask a question and then learn to grow their self-confidence.  And in the On Beyond section, we look at the ways Burning Man can teach us to have an awesome life. [Read more…]

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SF #215 – Are You an Environmental Victim?

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We strive to surround ourselves with the people and environments we want to be like.  Sometimes in that journey, we become unaware of the toxic environments we are moving through to get to our goals.  Mordant & McFall discuss how to become more aware of your environment and how to maintain the life you desire despite your toxic surroundings.

This week on Success Freaks the guys talk current events, they ask with whom do you surround yourself, and Listener Lauren offers a change to a Success Freaks catchphrase.  In the Level Up section, C&M teach you to be aware of your environment and responsible for your situation.  And in the On Beyond section, it’s the connection between Perception, Words, and Environment.

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Segment One –

Charles & Mordant debate the correct use of the term “V” vs. “VS.”  Mordant is mixing his passion for success with his cold medicine for this show.  Charles fills us in on his plans to officiate an upcoming event at Dragon Con 2015.  The guys discuss the idea of trying to get ahead in a toxic environment.

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Mordant talks about the question “Who do you surround yourself with?”  Charles tells a story about an incident that grew from his situation or environment.  He also brings up the ways a “toxic environment” can influence your life.  Mordant introduces the idea that it’s OUR responsibility to overcome our environment.  The guys follow up with examples of this in their lives.

Segment Three –

Charles reads a letter from Listener Lauren.  In the episode SF #213 – Level Me Up, Scotty, Lauren heard Mordant use the term “Suck it up, Buttercup!”  Lauren feels that it’s a very negative expression and suggests an alternative.  Mordant & Charles discuss the origins of the phrase and the differing ways it can be perceived, the importance of assuming responsibility for whatever situation you’re in, and the differences between “Sucking it up” and “Leveling Up.”

Segment Four – This week’s “Level Ups”

The guys talk with the chat room and go into further detail in the conversation about “Sucking it up” and “Leveling Up.”

Charles’ Level Up:  Overcome a negative environment by being Aware.  Pay attention to everything around you.

Mordant’s Level Up:  Don’t blame your environment for your situation.  Overcome it.

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On Beyond Success Freaks:  (Here Charles & Mordant talk about how they “Go bigger, Badder, Better, More!”)

The conversation on dealing with your environment continues between C&M and listeners in the chat room.

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