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The information age has reduced the value of experience, and afforded all of us the opportunity to develop our skills and talents to previously unwitnessed levels of performance. On this pod-cast we examine those people, beliefs, and stories that will empower us to reach elite performance. If we're…

John McCarthy


    • Mar 15, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 2m AVG DURATION
    • 256 EPISODES

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    The Postmodern Patriot Podcast is an incredibly insightful and thought-provoking podcast that delves into various realities of our culture and addresses conversations that many individuals may feel but struggle to articulate or discuss openly. Hosted by John McCarthy and featuring a range of fascinating guests, this podcast has quickly become a favorite for many listeners.

    One of the best aspects of The Postmodern Patriot Podcast is the way in which John and his guests analyze and discuss cultural realities. They tackle important topics such as self-improvement, maximizing potential, racial tension, the BLM Movement, military life, wealth, and more. The conversations are deep, engaging, and often provide unique perspectives that listeners may not have considered before. Whether it's through personal anecdotes or in-depth discussions with experts in their respective fields, this podcast offers valuable insights that can truly resonate with listeners.

    Another standout aspect of this podcast is John's natural ability as a conversationalist. He is loud, personable, and enthralling when he speaks. His passion for self-betterment and maximizing one's potential shines through in every episode. Each conversation feels organic and genuine, creating an inviting atmosphere for both guests and listeners alike. Additionally, John's willingness to reach across the table for great perspectives and dialogue adds depth to each episode.

    While there are many positive aspects to The Postmodern Patriot Podcast, one possible downside is that some episodes may not appeal to everyone's interests. As with any podcast that covers a wide range of topics, not every episode will resonate equally with every listener. However, it should be noted that the breadth of subjects covered ensures that there is something for everyone at some point along the way.

    In conclusion, The Postmodern Patriot Podcast is an exceptional show hosted by John McCarthy who consistently delivers meaningful content on a wide range of topics. With insightful conversations, engaging guests, and thought-provoking discussions on cultural realities, this podcast provides value for listeners from all walks of life. Whether you're looking for motivation, insights, or simply something to get you thinking, The Postmodern Patriot Podcast is a must-listen.



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    Latest episodes from Postmodern Patriot Podcast

    TT: You’re in the Wrong Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 1:35


    Isaac and I want to remind you all that we have moved the tough talk podcast over to its own unique feed. This feed can be found here for Apple listeners, and here for Spotify listeners. Go over there and take a Gander. While… Continue Reading "TT: You’re in the Wrong Place"

    TT: You’re in the Wrong Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 1:35


    Isaac and I want to remind you all that we have moved the tough talk podcast over to its own unique feed. This feed can be found here for Apple listeners, and here for Spotify listeners. Go over there and take a Gander. While… Continue Reading "TT: You’re in the Wrong Place"

    EP 40: Big Rig Resistance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 64:42


    Ladies and gentleman… First things first – If you are listening to this episode anywhere other than on the Tough Talk Podcast channel, then you are wrong. Please head over to the Tough Talk Podcast (On Apple Podcasts… or On Spotify), listen and review… Continue Reading "EP 40: Big Rig Resistance"

    EP 40: Big Rig Resistance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 64:42


    Ladies and gentleman… First things first – If you are listening to this episode anywhere other than on the Tough Talk Podcast channel, then you are wrong. Please head over to the Tough Talk Podcast (On Apple Podcasts… or On Spotify), listen and review… Continue Reading "EP 40: Big Rig Resistance"

    TT 39: Offloading Mental Malware

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 62:00


    This willl be the last Episode of Tough Talk to air on this feed. Please follow Tough Talk on Apple Podcasts at the link below or on Spotify. Apple Podcasts Spotify

    TT 39: Offloading Mental Malware

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 62:00


    This willl be the last Episode of Tough Talk to air on this feed. Please follow Tough Talk on Apple Podcasts at the link below or on Spotify. Apple Podcasts Spotify

    TT38: On Men and Marble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 67:08


    Is removing Theodore Roosevelt’s Statue from the Museum of Natural History a step too far? On Today’s episode of the Podcast John and Isaac announce some exciting news about the show and dive into the discussion of the removal of statues. This discussion opens… Continue Reading "TT38: On Men and Marble"

    TT38: On Men and Marble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 67:08


    Is removing Theodore Roosevelt’s Statue from the Museum of Natural History a step too far? On Today’s episode of the Podcast John and Isaac announce some exciting news about the show and dive into the discussion of the removal of statues. This discussion opens… Continue Reading "TT38: On Men and Marble"

    TT37: The Reply Guy Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 66:10


    This is a good one ladies and gentlemen. In this episode, we tackle the problem with the “Reply Guy”: Those who spend their free time biting at the ankles of the accomplished, believing they are serving a larger purpose. We have all been through… Continue Reading "TT37: The Reply Guy Culture"

    TT37: The Reply Guy Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 66:10


    This is a good one ladies and gentlemen. In this episode, we tackle the problem with the “Reply Guy”: Those who spend their free time biting at the ankles of the accomplished, believing they are serving a larger purpose. We have all been through… Continue Reading "TT37: The Reply Guy Culture"

    TT36: Prepared to March

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 63:47


    Is our Modern military prepared for our next major conflict? Are our civilian leadership focusing on the appropriate things to demand of the military leadership serving this nation? Are Flag Officers appropriately responding to the requests of our legislative and executive branch. Lethality can… Continue Reading "TT36: Prepared to March"

    TT36: Prepared to March

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 63:47


    Is our Modern military prepared for our next major conflict? Are our civilian leadership focusing on the appropriate things to demand of the military leadership serving this nation? Are Flag Officers appropriately responding to the requests of our legislative and executive branch. Lethality can… Continue Reading "TT36: Prepared to March"

    TT35: Rise of the Machines

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 72:20


    Do we actually know what Artificial Intelligence is or are we just repeating things that we have heard other people say about it. Today’s episode touches on concepts introduced by Authors Daniel Schmidt and Henry Kissinger in their recent book, “The Age of A.I.”… Continue Reading "TT35: Rise of the Machines"

    TT35: Rise of the Machines

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 72:20


    Do we actually know what Artificial Intelligence is or are we just repeating things that we have heard other people say about it. Today’s episode touches on concepts introduced by Authors Daniel Schmidt and Henry Kissinger in their recent book, “The Age of A.I.”… Continue Reading "TT35: Rise of the Machines"

    From the Vault: TT7 Forging a Fitness Philosophy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 77:27


    In today’s episode, Isaac and I discuss the fact that Americans have gained on average 29 pounds through the pandemic. We discuss the causes of this issue and our own weight gain during different times in our life. We spend a lot of time… Continue Reading "From the Vault: TT7 Forging a Fitness Philosophy"

    From the Vault: TT7 Forging a Fitness Philosophy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 77:27


    In today’s episode, Isaac and I discuss the fact that Americans have gained on average 29 pounds through the pandemic. We discuss the causes of this issue and our own weight gain during different times in our life. We spend a lot of time… Continue Reading "From the Vault: TT7 Forging a Fitness Philosophy"

    From the Vault: TT2 The Charge of Fatherhood.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 75:08


    At the beginning of this episode I share potentially one of the most important secrets our Government has kept quiet since the development of Radar. After that I share with you why Isaac and I chose to pull this episode from the Vault for… Continue Reading "From the Vault: TT2 The Charge of Fatherhood."

    From the Vault: TT2 The Charge of Fatherhood.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 75:08


    At the beginning of this episode I share potentially one of the most important secrets our Government has kept quiet since the development of Radar. After that I share with you why Isaac and I chose to pull this episode from the Vault for… Continue Reading "From the Vault: TT2 The Charge of Fatherhood."

    TT: Holiday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 58:24


    Mariah Carey on repeat, eggnog fueled shopping sprees… It is time to get into the Christmas spirit. Whether you are are making the pilgrimage across the country to visit your clan, or staying by the warmth of your fireplace with a warm cup of… Continue Reading "TT: Holiday Special"

    TT: Holiday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 58:24


    Mariah Carey on repeat, eggnog fueled shopping sprees… It is time to get into the Christmas spirit. Whether you are are making the pilgrimage across the country to visit your clan, or staying by the warmth of your fireplace with a warm cup of… Continue Reading "TT: Holiday Special"

    TT34: Rites of Passage

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 78:19


    Ten years in brutal warrior training followed by a deadly test… Or a leap of faith off a manmade structure, face-first into the earth… Or your hand in a bullet ant glove where any sound you make will mean failure… Today John and I… Continue Reading "TT34: Rites of Passage"

    TT34: Rites of Passage

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 78:19


    Ten years in brutal warrior training followed by a deadly test… Or a leap of faith off a manmade structure, face-first into the earth… Or your hand in a bullet ant glove where any sound you make will mean failure… Today John and I… Continue Reading "TT34: Rites of Passage"

    TT33: Know Your Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 71:40


    Many people sacrifice happiness in jobs and relationships, often subconsciously believing that they can't do better. How do we assess our own value? And how do we align our decisions with our value? John and I tackle this and more as we dive into the… Continue Reading "TT33: Know Your Worth"

    TT33: Know Your Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 71:40


    Many people sacrifice happiness in jobs and relationships, often subconsciously believing that they can't do better. How do we assess our own value? And how do we align our decisions with our value? John and I tackle this and more as we dive into the… Continue Reading "TT33: Know Your Worth"

    TT 32: Self-Defense, Fair Trial, and The Kyle Rittenhouse Controversey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 75:28


    Against the backdrop of racial tensions and social unrest, the Kyle Rittehouse saga has been one of the most contentious topics of the last year. As a country, it seems we are watching two different movies on the same screen. On this episode, John… Continue Reading "TT 32: Self-Defense, Fair Trial, and The Kyle Rittenhouse Controversey"

    TT 32: Self-Defense, Fair Trial, and The Kyle Rittenhouse Controversey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 75:28


    Against the backdrop of racial tensions and social unrest, the Kyle Rittehouse saga has been one of the most contentious topics of the last year. As a country, it seems we are watching two different movies on the same screen. On this episode, John… Continue Reading "TT 32: Self-Defense, Fair Trial, and The Kyle Rittenhouse Controversey"

    TT 31: Perverse Incentives and Unintended Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021


    On today’s episode of the podcast we discuss how incentives created by institutions, organizations, major companies, etc. drive behavior. We dive into the Folly of Rewarding A, While Hoping for B and how many organizations with the right intentions end up creating incentives for… Continue Reading "TT 31: Perverse Incentives and Unintended Consequences"

    TT 31: Perverse Incentives and Unintended Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 73:49


    On today’s episode of the podcast we discuss how incentives created by institutions, organizations, major companies, etc. drive behavior. We dive into the Folly of Rewarding A, While Hoping for B and how many organizations with the right intentions end up creating incentives for… Continue Reading "TT 31: Perverse Incentives and Unintended Consequences"

    TT30: Tackling Mindfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021


    On Today’s episode, Isaac and I discuss an extremely popular topic, mindfulness. People all over the world are experimenting with journaling, meditation, and methods to enact mindfulness in their own lives. Isaac and I break into what mindfulness is, where things are not well… Continue Reading "TT30: Tackling Mindfulness"

    TT30: Tackling Mindfulness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 61:34


    On Today’s episode, Isaac and I discuss an extremely popular topic, mindfulness. People all over the world are experimenting with journaling, meditation, and methods to enact mindfulness in their own lives. Isaac and I break into what mindfulness is, where things are not well… Continue Reading "TT30: Tackling Mindfulness"

    TT29: Moral Slavery and Squid Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021


    On Today’s episode of the podcast Isaac and I discuss the TV show most likely to ruin Halloween. We’re talking Squid Game mostly because of the real lessons it has the ability to highlight for all of us. This is a show that has… Continue Reading "TT29: Moral Slavery and Squid Game"

    TT29: Moral Slavery and Squid Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 75:39


    On Today’s episode of the podcast Isaac and I discuss the TV show most likely to ruin Halloween. We’re talking Squid Game mostly because of the real lessons it has the ability to highlight for all of us. This is a show that has… Continue Reading "TT29: Moral Slavery and Squid Game"

    TT 28: Breaking Ranks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021


    On Today’s episode of the podcast Isaac and I discuss the concept of breaking ranks through the lens of Lt. Col Stuart Scheller. Lt. Col Scheller is well known for his video that went viral the same day as the death of 13 service… Continue Reading "TT 28: Breaking Ranks"

    TT 28: Breaking Ranks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 75:48


    On Today’s episode of the podcast Isaac and I discuss the concept of breaking ranks through the lens of Lt. Col Stuart Scheller. Lt. Col Scheller is well known for his video that went viral the same day as the death of 13 service… Continue Reading "TT 28: Breaking Ranks"

    TT 27: Thinking Generationally

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021


    An episode about setting up future generations for success. “Thinking Generationally” has been a theme in many of our episodes and Isaac and I take the time to go through; Why we think it is important, how specifically you can begin to think generationally,… Continue Reading "TT 27: Thinking Generationally"

    TT 27: Thinking Generationally

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 79:05


    An episode about setting up future generations for success. “Thinking Generationally” has been a theme in many of our episodes and Isaac and I take the time to go through; Why we think it is important, how specifically you can begin to think generationally,… Continue Reading "TT 27: Thinking Generationally"

    TT26: The Unraveling of The American Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021


    On Today’s episode Isaac and I discuss the issue with the reframing of opinions around the origin of our nation. We talk about the fact our societies evolved from tribes based on the power of myth and the very successes we have witnessed as… Continue Reading "TT26: The Unraveling of The American Myth"

    TT26: The Unraveling of The American Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 75:27


    On Today’s episode Isaac and I discuss the issue with the reframing of opinions around the origin of our nation. We talk about the fact our societies evolved from tribes based on the power of myth and the very successes we have witnessed as… Continue Reading "TT26: The Unraveling of The American Myth"

    TT25: The Fall of Kabul Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 80:04


    On today’s episode Isaac and I expand our episode from two weeks ago where we responded to the fall of Kabul. We go in depth on the highest price paid by our service members, we discuss officers who have broken ranks and spoken out,… Continue Reading "TT25: The Fall of Kabul Part Two"

    TT25: The Fall of Kabul Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021


    On today’s episode Isaac and I expand our episode from two weeks ago where we responded to the fall of Kabul. We go in depth on the highest price paid by our service members, we discuss officers who have broken ranks and spoken out,… Continue Reading "TT25: The Fall of Kabul Part Two"

    TT24: The Fall of Kabul

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 74:18


    On Today’s Episode Isaac and I discuss the fall of Afghanistan back into Taliban Hands. We discuss where things went wrong, where we could have done better, and who should be held accountable for these actions. We also point out what positives can and… Continue Reading "TT24: The Fall of Kabul"

    TT24: The Fall of Kabul

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021


    On Today’s Episode Isaac and I discuss the fall of Afghanistan back into Taliban Hands. We discuss where things went wrong, where we could have done better, and who should be held accountable for these actions. We also point out what positives can and… Continue Reading "TT24: The Fall of Kabul"

    TT 23: FEAR Is A Sign to Prepare

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 70:14


    On Today’s episode, Isaac and I attack what we think is driving the actions of many people today. Fear and Insecurity. We provide strategies for dealing with fear, making it our friend. Ensuring that we can be the person who does not use Fear… Continue Reading "TT 23: FEAR Is A Sign to Prepare"

    TT 23: FEAR Is A Sign to Prepare

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021


    On Today’s episode, Isaac and I attack what we think is driving the actions of many people today. Fear and Insecurity. We provide strategies for dealing with fear, making it our friend. Ensuring that we can be the person who does not use Fear… Continue Reading "TT 23: FEAR Is A Sign to Prepare"

    TT22: Building A Ship Of Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 76:27


    Division is everywhere we look. Are you a vaxer or anti-vaxer? Are you Republican or Democrat? What is your stance on the Second Amendment? In a time of division Isaac and I take a pause to focus on the tactis and strategies that form… Continue Reading "TT22: Building A Ship Of Friends"

    TT22: Building A Ship Of Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021


    Division is everywhere we look. Are you a vaxer or anti-vaxer? Are you Republican or Democrat? What is your stance on the Second Amendment? In a time of division Isaac and I take a pause to focus on the tactis and strategies that form… Continue Reading "TT22: Building A Ship Of Friends"

    TT21: Vets Don’t Need Your Pity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 74:14


    On Today’s Episode of the Podcast Isaac and I do what every single Veteran Podcast ever has done. We talk about the transition into the civilian world, how people are doing it wrong, and how they’re doing it right. This tough talk definitely gets… Continue Reading "TT21: Vets Don’t Need Your Pity"

    TT21: Vets Don’t Need Your Pity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021


    On Today’s Episode of the Podcast Isaac and I do what every single Veteran Podcast ever has done. We talk about the transition into the civilian world, how people are doing it wrong, and how they’re doing it right. This tough talk definitely gets… Continue Reading "TT21: Vets Don’t Need Your Pity"

    TT20: Pandemic After Action Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 86:03


    In today’s episode Isaac and I do a post pandemic after action report, or as many business circles refer to it, a post-mortem. Isaac and I encourage others to examine their own individual actions in the pandemic, and reflect on our own. We focus… Continue Reading "TT20: Pandemic After Action Report"

    TT20: Pandemic After Action Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021


    In today’s episode Isaac and I do a post pandemic after action report, or as many business circles refer to it, a post-mortem. Isaac and I encourage others to examine their own individual actions in the pandemic, and reflect on our own. We focus… Continue Reading "TT20: Pandemic After Action Report"

    TT19: The benefits of Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 60:14


    Isaac and I want to wish you a very happy Independence day. Thank you all for your support and for frequently interacting with us and our content. Happy 245 years of being an awesome country America.

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