Work Hard Play Hard | A Master Class For Your Life

I’ve interviewed a lot of people who have been through tough times and come out the other side, but Anthony Trucks’ story is like no other. Starting as a foster child in horrific circumstances, he persevered through tremendous odds all the way to the NFL. Today, he’s a highly sought-after speaker and Identity Shift coach. His story will inspire you to never give up on your dreams. In This Conversation We Cover:  [03:01] Growing up in the foster care system [15:57] Severing ties with his mother [19:59] Connecting with his biological father [26:18] Having the drive to become a professional football player [29:50] The injury that ended his career [33:11] The lesson Anthony learned from his divorce [38:55] How Anthony avoids being resentful [42:56] Finding your rhythm in life Resources: anthonytrucks.com Instagram: @anthonytrucks Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram

At a recent dinner with some friends, we were talking about how we score the different areas of our life. One of the areas I scored lowest was romance. When I tried to think about why that was, of course the excuses started coming: We have a kid, I’m keeping myself constantly busy, and we are living in the middle of a lockdown. Kim and I deconstruct in real time why these excuses are holding me back and how we can get on the same page about romance. In This Conversation We Cover:  [04:52] Why balance is an illusion [11:44] Making excuses for the parts of your life that are sliding [14:42] The different ways we perceive romance Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmurgatroyd/ To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com Work Hard Pla

Jonathan McAlees runs a successful, eight-figure credit card processing company, but that is not why he’s here. He’s here because he figured out how to live his dream life. His company makes money for him while he sleeps, so that he can do the things that he wants with his life — not just for the sake of making more money. This is a conversation between two old friends talking about life, dreams, and how to go after them and get them. In This Conversation We Cover:  [06:20] Jonathan’s prior career and what it taught him [11:34] When Jonathan knew he had to become an entrepreneur [20:21] How he went from employee to entrepreneur [28:23] Building toward the future without deferring your life [37:07] Where fitness fits into an ideal life Resources: Instagram: @jonathanmcalees LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mcalees-8b26431a Twitter: @jonathanmcalees Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagra

We talk a lot about vision boards, dream lives, and setting goals. But how do you know that the vision you have of your future is one that’s actually going to make you happy… and not just a story that sounds nice? We’re going to break down the tactical ways you can look at your dream and decide whether or not it’s a dream worth fighting for — a dream that’s going to really make you happy. In This Conversation We Cover:  [05:35] Where happiness comes from [12:28] The story of what we think will make us happy [14:32] The importance of putting a dollar amount on your dream [17:59] Recognizing the point of your dream [24:46] Playing devil’s advocate with your dreams Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmurgatroyd/ To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workha

When you have people like Jennifer Lopez, Joe Jonas, and Dr. Phil calling you the best life coach in the business, you’re doing something right. Coach Mike Bayer is not just another life coach. He’s so humble, so real, and he’s created incredible transformations in the lives of extraordinary people. We are all dealing with a massive amount of stress and strife, and his message can really help you where you currently are. In This Conversation We Cover:  [04:45] How Coach Mike went from a basketball recruit to drug addict [13:04] Mike hits his rock bottom [15:33] Why alcoholism is treated as a disease [18:50] Being a board certified interventionists [20:22] What it’s like working with massive celebrities at their most vulnerable [23:51] Discovering your blind spots [25:10] Mike coaches Rob live Resources: coachmikebayer.com Instagram: @coachmikebayer Read: "One Decision" Read: "Best Self" Read: "Be Your Best Self" Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://work

The world just seems to keep getting crazier, and we’re doing our best to keep our calm and put out love and kindness — because that’s what the world needs right now. One of the tools we use to stay calm and present is meditation. Recently, Rob had an experience with transcendental meditation and it was profound. He shares his experience with it, his skepticism, and what he hopes to see it bring to his life. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:58] A candid conversation about the state of the world [06:30] What the practice of transcendental meditation is [18:49] Rob’s transcendental experience [25:08] How meditation has changed our lives Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmurgatroyd/ To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com Wo

Dr. Alexander Paziotopoulos is the hottest reverse-aging MD on the planet. He is a master in the mechanics of what makes us age, and how to not only extend the length of our life but the quality of our life—and even reversing the damage that’s already been done by the aging process. If you’re interested in all things anti-aging, reverse-aging, peptides, and nutraceuticals, we get into all of that. We even have a discussion on life extension by freezing yourself and offloading your brain in the cloud—a seemingly sci-fi concept that may be closer to reality than many people realize. In This Conversation We Cover:  [03:50] The definition of anti-aging and age reversal and how they work [10:08] Working with your senolytic cells to stop the aging process [15:27] The exponential possibilities of age extension [18:39] Uploading your consciousness to the cloud [20:45] What we can learn from blue zones [26:34] The pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy [37:15] What peptides are and when you should take them [42

There’s no such thing as a perfect life. What that means is that we are constantly striving to find ways to improve our lives and our situation. We are deeply happy with the life we have, but there are always things that could be better—and there’s no reason we can’t keep trying to add the things we want in life while maintaining all of the things we love about the life we have. If there are parts of your life that you are tolerating because the rest of your life is good, remember that you can still be grateful for what you have while making moves to make things better. In This Conversation We Cover:  [05:59] Why we’re craving Italy [12:05] Trying on a different life [18:36] Designing the lifestyle you want Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmurgatroyd/ To learn more,

Shawn Stevenson is the author of “Sleep Smarter” and the creator of The Model Health Show, the #1 health podcast in the United States. We discuss his new book — “Eat Smarter” — and we dig deep into the world of COVID-19. We talk about masks, susceptibility, and what’s really going on with this pandemic we are in. He’s done a ton of research and what he’s discovered is mindblowing. You’re going to get so much value from what he discusses in his book, and especially with what’s going on in the world today. In This Conversation We Cover:  [03:27] Following the data while listening to your own body [06:17] Getting pushback from doing unbiased research [16:16] Going into research with a willingness to shift perspectives [21:00] The preconceptions behind the science of COVID-19 [29:59] Why this pandemic is being treated differently [44:47] Recognizing good food as comfort food [51:55] How sleep affects mental performance Resources: themodelhealthshow.com Instagram: @shawnmodel Read: “Eat Smarter” Read: “Sleep

You’ve heard us recommend playing “Stupid Idea Time” in order to come up with new ideas and new paths for yourself. But when it comes down to choosing one, how do you start singling out the genius from the stupid? Just ask yourself one question: What if it works? When you start imagining the end result of what your day-to-day life would look like if your idea works, you start to see if it’s actually going to get you to the results you had hoped for—and that’s what separates the stupid ideas from the brilliant. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:34] Testing your ideas by asking “What if it works?” [11:48] Starting with your life instead of your business [16:26] Not compromising on your end goal Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Coaching: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/coaching/ Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.inst

David Nurse is an NBA life and optimization coach, bestselling author, and worldwide motivational speaker. He’s helped over 150 NBA players with their personal and professional development—both on and off the court. David has a unique approach to coaching and manifesting what you’re after, and he shares some nifty tricks for executing on your goals that you’ve probably never heard before and will be able to immediately put into action. Don’t sleep on this one, folks, because this is the perfect time to start implementing David’s hard-earned lessons. In This Conversation We Cover:  [03:21] What it means to pivot [06:48] Making the decision to pivot [10:31] Rewiring your muscle memory [12:33] Mastering the mental component of any skill [22:06] Getting 1% better every day [25:30] Tips for optimal sleep [28:55] How to recognize a pivot and stay open to opportunity [33:55] Michael Jordan’s “The Last Dance” [37:14] Meditation and mindfulness for athletes Resources: davidnurse.com Instagram: @davidnursenba Read

In our journey of trying to get in touch with who we are and how we can manifest more into our life, it’s important to recognize that it’s not possible to get something you want when you doubt that you will get it. Yet, we all do this all the time. Whatever belief is holding you back, we’re going to offer some solutions to work against that contradictory thinking and rise above it. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:28] Fighting against contradictory thoughts [07:25] Using the morning to create positive momentum [10:28] Matching the vibration of your soul so you can hear it talking [12:33] What we are doing to stop the chatter [27:49] The fastest way to manifest Resources: nucalm.com Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimmurgatroyd/ To learn more, and for the complete show notes, v

Shane Baum is the representative of one of the greatest lifestyle brands in the world, Leisure Society. When you think of the balance of work and play, he definitely leans hard into play. His background is so different from the life he lives now—from cornfields and tractors in Iowa to pheasant hunting with royalty in the south of France and teeing off at St. Andrews. He’s built an amazing company that is all around living an extraordinary lifestyle. There’s nobody better to talk more about play than Shane. In This Conversation We Cover:  [04:04] Growing up in Belmond, Iowa [12:52] Trusting your intuition when starting a business [15:42] How to make a lifestyle brand more valuable [22:57] Lessons learned from Louis Vuitton [28:55] The difference between European and American thinking [37:21] How Shane created the Leisure Society Resources: leisure-society.com Instagram: @ShaneBaum | @leisuresociety_ Mastermind: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind Connect with us on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd | @robmurga

Jamie Metzl is a technology and healthcare futurist, geopolitics expert, and the author of “Hacking Darwin: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Humanity.” He is the smartest, craziest, and most interesting guy that I’ve ever interviewed — really, he’s who I hope to be when I grow up — and he paints a vision of the future that is both more informed and more hopeful than most. Jamie previously served in the U.S. National Security Council, State Department, Senate Foreign Relations Committee and as a Human Rights Officer for the United Nations in Cambodia, and in February 2019, he was appointed to the World Health Organization expert advisory committee on developing global standards for the governance and oversight of human genome editing. This dude knows his stuff, he knows how to have fun, and I can’t think of a better way to end the very weird year than by imagining a better future. In This Conversation We Cover:  [04:35] How Jamie’s life was shaped by hearing his dad’s story of fleeng Nazi Europe [13:00]

Devon Harris is a keynote speaker, author, and CEO of the Keep On Pushing Foundation. He’s probably best known for his role in the first Jamaican Olympic bobsled team, inspiring the Disney hit “Cool Runnings,” but Devon is so much more than that. He talks about the determination it takes to pursue your dreams, the tenacity required when being an underdog, and why it was important to share his message with as many people as possible. His story is world-famous and truly inspiring, and you’re going to get a ton out of this conversation. In This Conversation We Cover:  [04:07] Growing up in Jamaica in the 70’s and how it inspired Devon [06:40] Following his dream of competing in the Olympic games [14:11] Preparing for the Olympics and adapting to a new environment [19:48] The burden of losing at the Olympics [23:01] Inspiring the movie Cool Runnings [29:30] Deciding to write a children’s book Resources: devonharris.com Read: "Keep On Pushing" Read: "Yes I Can" Instagram: @Keeponpushing88 Twitter: @Keeponpush

Today’s Topic: Pivoting At some point, we all end up finding something that works and just sticking with it — we get comfortable and complacent, and as a result, we stop trying new things, whether that’s in our business or in our personal life. But if you’re never changing things up, you’re never going to get better. That’s why I’m always asking myself, “What can I do to make my life just 10% better?” If the experiment doesn't work, I stop and shift gears. And we can all benefit from developing a system for trying new things and seeing what works instead of just settling with the same old routine. If you don’t, you’re going to end up just living life by default. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:47] Not screwing up what’s already successful [07:09] Finding success through a perceived failure [11:46] Being willing to abandon something that isn’t working [20:27] Creating life through intentional design Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://wor

We all know that the things we put into our body have a massive effect on how we feel, both physically and mentally. But how far do those effects really go, and can food be used as a substitute for drugs and medication that are often riddled with side effects? Dr. Uma Naidoo is the first Nutritional Psychiatrist in the world. Instead of only relying only on drugs in her arsenal of tools, she also considers food as a potential and potent alternative.  She shares the various ways food impacts our mood and our mental health—both positively and negatively—and how we can all start making small, daily changes to our lives that will build up to make a huge impact. In This Conversation We Cover:  [03:57] Dr. Uma’s past in Durban, South Africa [07:40] Julia Child’s role in Dr. Uma’s life and career [14:33] What psychosocial oncology and how it fits into her work [16:27] Being a fourth-generation Indian and the drive to be a doctor [20:39] The difference between medical school and culinary school [25:45] Realizing the

You are making things too difficult for yourself. We have this belief that the harder it is to work for something, the bigger the reward. The truth is that we are making things harder than they have to be. We’re going to talk about how you can achieve success with grace and ease by avoiding these seven things that block us from manifesting our dreams into reality. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:16] Not making things more difficult than they have to be [05:02] Putting yourself into a receiving mode [05:54] Doing a self-inventory on your beliefs [10:10] Not thinking in opposing thoughts [15:33] What an entrepreneurial couple is really like [19:13] Focusing on the why you want something [22:15] The seven things blocking you from creating success Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instag

Debbie Millman is a legend in the design world. From Burger King to Hillary Clinton, she’s had her hand in designing some of the most recognizable graphics for many of the world’s most powerful brands and personalities, and she’s learned many lessons along the way. Hear about how she helped brand one of the first hip hop radio stations, why New Coke is a cautionary tale in the dangers of market research, and how branding and design is a reflection of internal values. Her experience shines through in this fascinating conversation. In This Conversation We Cover:  [06:47] The top things people are doing differently during COVID [08:41] The story of how a drawing Debbie drew that foretold her future [11:42] Designing for something you aren’t deeply connected to [17:09] Understanding the why of your business [21:37] Debbie’s biggest failures [25:39] The dangers of relying on market research [32:35] Working on Hillary Clinton’s campaign Resources: Learn more: debbiemillman.com Instagram: @debbiemillman Read: "

Topic: Creating Your Dream Life Most people are working towards the wrong goal. They pick the amount of money they think they need to live the life they want and they go after the money instead of the true end goal. To that end, we are building a Dream Life Course to help people build a business that supports the life they want to lead, not the other way around. In this Fri-Date conversation, we talk about why starting with the end in mind and carefully crafting a life that leads you to where you want to go is the only way to truly get what you want out of life. In This Conversation We Cover:  [02:42] Having life-changing conversations [03:37] Building a business to support your life [11:22] Crafting what your day looks like [17:17] Getting creative with your problem-solving Resources: Text "Dream Life" to 310- 388-9724 to get our FREE dream life course Mastermind: https://workhardplayhardpodcast.com/mastermind/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robmurgatroyd/ Connect with Kim on I