Chris Bumstead, Melissa Bumstead and Matty Milkshake talking about life, giving advice and talking with guests.
The Paradise on Fire podcast is an absolute gem that I cannot recommend enough. From their captivating storytelling to their relatable and diverse group of hosts, this podcast has become a must-listen for me. I have been following the Bumstead and friends family for years, and I am so grateful that they have ventured into the podcasting world. With each episode, I find myself living vicariously through the experiences and emotions of each person. It truly feels like I am a part of their journey.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the perfect blend of serious and silly moments. Melissa, Matt, and Chris bring their unique personalities to the table, resulting in engaging conversations that are both thought-provoking and entertaining. Whether they are delving into deep topics or simply having a lighthearted chat, the natural flow of their conversations keeps me hooked from start to finish. The episodes are also just the right length, allowing for a satisfying listening experience without feeling rushed or dragged out.
However, there is one aspect that could be improved upon in this relatively new podcast: audio quality. At times, the audio can be choppy or inconsistent in volume depending on who is speaking. While it doesn't detract too much from my overall enjoyment of the podcast, it would be great to see some improvements in this area as the podcast continues to grow.
In conclusion, The Paradise on Fire podcast is a fantastic addition to anyone's listening lineup. It feels like tuning in to a hit TV series that I'm eagerly awaiting with each new episode. The authenticity and genuine camaraderie between Melissa, Matt, Chris, and their guests make for an incredibly enjoyable experience. I highly recommend giving this podcast a listen – you won't be disappointed!
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0:00 welcome back 0:30 current training routine 4:38 Court is here 26:30 working with your body, finding balance 30:00 relearning hunger cues 32:20 toxic body image 35:20 fixing thyroid function 38:40 manifesting results 41:00 foreboding joy 46:30 feeling powerless 48:00 how to feel free 51:20 the olympia 52:40 christopher and court's new house 54:26 birthday expectations 56:24 Mel's psychic
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It's been a minute but we're back and we're so happy you're here. come laugh with us this week because you never know, next week we might be crying LOL come GIVR with us xx
Loved this one and it is all because of you guys!!!! Thanks for being here for another week please let me know if you want to see any special guests on here! We want to give you want you want! xx givr
Iain is here and we are soooo happy! We discuss his decision to retire; why now and the mindset behind his choice. We talk about the past and the future and how grateful we both are for bodybuilding!!! xo love you all see you next week!!!
& i can guarantee you it's not what you think ... xx GIVR
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0:00 Welcome back 1:20 Microneedling and RF 3:00 Hyperpigmentation 5:40 Morning routines 20:11 Social media 26:50 Mel's boring life 28:15 Advice for female friendships 36:40 Having kids in your 30's 52:55 When Christopher and Iain retire from bodybuilding
Hi Lovers! Thanks for all your amazing Q's this week :) As always we love you and we are so glad you're here Time stamps below xx Mel & Court 0:00 So weird without Mel 1:00 Filler & Botox 10:45 Meeting Chris 13:45 Leg Training 14:20 Do You Miss Competing 17:20 My Life In 5 Years 18:40 Staying in tune with yourself 22:00 Breakup with Chris 26:20 Gaining body fat 31:20 Happiness and Fulfilment 35:13 Biggest Inspiration 39:30 How to heal post competing 45:00 Eating intuitively 46:20 Coming off Birth Control 48:30 Travel Advice and Recommendations 54:30 Female friendships 1:03:20 Bye Angels!
Hey cuties! We are back, we are back. Today we go over planning a wedding, Courtney discusses her wants, Mel discusses her regrets. We also reminisce a little about young Iain and Christopher. Then we get into a little bit about relationships (as always bahaha). We love you guys! See you next week ;)
Iain joins us again this week. We discuss his trip to Nashville, social media and being vulnerable, hall passes and celebrity crushes (hello Dua Lipa), and much more. As always we love you guys and thanks for being here with us. let's GIVR!
WE ARE BACK!!! Today we catch up and fill you guys in on our current gym goals and how we are going to achieve them. We get into our first impressions of each other and how we have changed and evolved over the years. Also the importance of accepting and loving ourselves.
Let's get into it! How did I know it was time to retire from bodybuilding? Nutrition tips for getting lean... Fertility and making babies... Advice for my younger self... Getting out of deep depression and lots more juicy sh*t! Love you guys - Court will be back next week xo
We are so happy Court is back! Thanks for catching up with us this week :) Next week is all about the gym and training! Head to YouTube to drop your questions in the comments…
Audio only today because this was filmed in a whirlwind before leaving for the Toronto Pro! We catch up and answer all your questions from competing and the side effects of being a bodybuilder, to jealousy in relationships and binge eating. Thank you guys for being here! Court will be back next week! xoxoxo Mel
We catch up with Iain and discuss his upcoming bodybuilding show the Toronto Pro. Then we get into all your juicy questions. Are we moving to Florida? Are we going to have babies? How do we keep things spicy after 11 years? Thanks for joining us and as always we love you!!!
Today we answer all the questions you guys submitted to Court about gut health and more. Next week will be Mel and Iain as Court is in Italy!!! Love you all always xo
Today we recap Court's world travels and talk about her upcoming trip to Italy. Then we go back in time and discuss the unexpected end to her bodybuilding career and her scary journey trying to figure out her health and heal from the inside out. Part two we will answer all your questions regarding digestion, bloating, GI issues etc... As always we LOVE you guys.
Iain and Mel went through a bunch of your questions AND the audio didn't record. So here is as much as we got with a little check in from Mel at the end. We ARE SO SORRY and we love you guys so much!!! We will be back next week with a full episode xoxo
Today we mention it aaaaalllll - birth control, UTIs, self image, hormones, binge eating and so much more. We love you guys xo
Answering all your relationship questions and more! Nothing is off topic today - we love talking about our men so we hope you guys enjoy!!!!
Today we catch up and chat about Courtney; how she met Christopher, and the steps she took to create the strong relationship and beautiful life she has now! It's time to get deeeeeeeep. Love you guys :)
We're back for episode 2! Today we chat (A LOT) about Mel's journey with bodybuilding, the highs, the lows, and what the future looks like for her.
Here we are!!!! Nervous and a little scared but here none the less. Today we discuss why GIVR? Why now? We dive a little into the pressures of social media and the insecurities that come with them. We're glad you're here and we hope you'll stick around.
After a little bit of hiatus, the gang is back. In this week's episode we discuss where we've been and some behind the scenes of the 2020 Olympia.
We apologize for the late release this week. Iain joins Melissa this week on the podcast to fill in for both Chris and Matt as they had a few things they were dealing with. Tune in to hear some of the questions you guys sent over!
Iain and Courtney join us this week to play the newlywed game to see which couple knows each other the best.
Over the last few weeks, we’ve receiving quite a few questions from people if we could discuss body dysmorphia and the effects of social media when comparing ourselves to one another. In this episode we shared with you guys our experiences (mostly Mel’s and Matt’s) with body dysmorphia and how everything you might see on social media isn’t necessarily true, therefore, why compare your life to someone else’s. We all move at different speeds of life and sometimes a person’s year 25 is another’s year 40, and that’s okay.
With the Olympia less than 5 weeks away, Chris reveals the mustache and discusses how his mindset this year differs from the previous two years when prepping for the Mr. Olympia.
Is Chris moving to the states? Who's the craziest bodybuilder to see up close and in person? Is Melissa afraid Iain is going to roll over and crush her when she's sleeping? What's Matt's business background? These are a few questions you guys asked this week's podcast. Tune in to listen to more!
In this week's episode, the crew discusses current and future business venture, Chris' early YouTube beginnings and how to get better at speaker on camera if you're looking to start creating your own content for your own channel.
I don't know if you might have heard, but mom and dad are back together! This week, the beautiful Courtney King joins us on the podcast to discuss with Christopher the hardships of a breakup, finding and working on oneself, getting back together and of course, the dreaded episode 2 of Paradise on Fire.
Mel B is back and she's here to stay! Melissa gives everyone a life update of where's she's been the last couple of week's, plus a girl by the name of Courtney King has returned to Canada. Listen in this week to hear about moving forward with your passion, getting out of the 9-5 rat race and fighting past your own insecurities to come out stronger and better than ever.
On this week's episode, special guest Anthony Mantello joined us on the podcast to discuss what's it's like being in the fitness industry at the ripe age of 18, his journey to becoming the person he is today, and who he credits his success too. Oh, and can we get this guy a date for his sister's wedding?
On this week's episode, Iain fills in for Melissa to talk about the start of his and Chris' prep for the 2020 Mr. Olympia.
The crew answers questions from you guys the listeners...was Chris the ultimate Chad back in college? Do girls need implants to do well in bodybuilding? What are the biggest misconceptions in bodybuilding? Brandon or Phil? Tune in to hear our answers and more of your burning questions.
Chris, Melissa and Matt discuss the incredible change that can happen in your life when you decide to take control of the things you can control rather than focusing on the things you can't. 00:00 – Intro: an unexpected gift 04:40 – Matt’s Peach and Pit 07:37 – Chris’ Peach and Pit 10:17 – Melissa’s Peach and Pit 15:40 – Sharing your vulnerabilities 28:40 – 260lbs and lean? 31:40 – How powerful is your mind? 38:00 – Acknowledging and working through the bad days 43:50 – The difference between because and, and 47:40 – Adjusting to working from home 51:19 – Chris’ start of prep and the earlier days
After you guys asked for 10 straight episodes, we finally got the man himself, Iain Valliere, on the podcast. The crew discussed his most recent win at the prestigious New York Pro, dealing with criticism on social media and the mental side of bodybuilding and how to cope with it.
On this week's episode, the gang does a Q&A based on your questions? Will Chris go on a date with you? What's the weirdest thing you find attractive? What's your go-to cheat meal? What's your biggest fear? Are you an over or under toilet paper type person? These are just a few of the questions you guys provided for us this week.
Every story has a hero or a villain. In life, you're going to either be the good guy, the bad guy or sometimes it's a little more complicated than that. In this week's episode, the crew discusses the return of seven-time champion Phil Heath, the mentality you need to have in order to be a champion, and the confidence, commitment and unflappable belief in yourselves and your mission to separate yourself from others even if it comes at the cost of being disliked by many.
This week Chris, Melissa and Matt sit down with the 1st Ms. Physique Olympia winner Dana Linn Bailey and Fitness Entrepreneur Rob Bailey. We discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from what goes into creating your own business, speaking your mind, finding your passion, going vegan, autoimmune diseases, and if one day you'll see Dana back on stage.
Is it okay to "pick up" girls or guys at the gym? Chris, Melissa and Matt discuss how they would approach the situation.
Chris, Melissa and Matt discuss the Tampa Pro, the effects of pressure and anxiety in bodybuilding, and how it can affect your physique leading into a show. Melissa touches on what it's like being the significant other of someone who's competing and some of the challenges you may face.
Chris, Melissa and Matt answer questions provided by us by you the listeners. Do your parents support your bodybuilding goals? What's the most calories you've eaten in a day? Do women like large bodybuilders? Do you kick the ice under the fridge or pick it up? Listen to find out what we think about these and all your other questions. Let us know if you like this kind of style and if so, we'll continue to do these. Leave your comments down below and subscribe!
Does your opinion get you in trouble? Chris, Melissa and Matt discuss a recent experience Melissa had while voicing her opinion on social media and receiving backlash because of it. So the question is, are we supposed to stay in our lane so to speak or are we able to speak or mind? If we speak our minds, can we brush off the hate we receive? Here's what we would do...
Chris, Melissa and Matt discuss the mental struggles of bodybuilding after a show including feeling lost, burnt out and a general sense of sadness. Melissa touches on why she's been MIA from the stage over the last year and a half, what's she's been dealing with and what her future plans are.
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