Twisted Wisdom

Hello Twisted Wisdom Faithful!It's been far too long and we are excited to upload another episode, just in time as you travel “Over the river and through the woods.”

Happy Halloween Twisted Wisdom listeners! Zach and I realized that we have recently “ghosted you” but we promise it was for significant reasons. Our amazing engineer Matthew has been on the road with an artist named Julien Baker and he is currently on the West Coast leg of that tour. Our wonderful intern Adia has returned to her academic obligations at VCU.It may surprise you but we still have plenty in the bank. Tonight we will publish our first live episode recorded at Kindred Spirit Brewery here in Richmond, Virginia on August 19, 2021. It was really a good time with some great friends. We can't wait to do it again soon!  Over the next few weeks we will cover exercise and weight loss evolution, capping it off with a super interview with sports cardiologist Dr. Paul Thompson.Stay tuned and don't let the bogeyman get you tonight!Charles and Zach

In this third and final chapter of our series “Should you teach your kids to fight?” we look at the schools' perspective. Many altercations, physical and virtual, begin and end at school. What do school administrators see and how do they respond?  As these issues become more and more complex, what are the tools implicated by a school system?In our first two chapters we spent significant time discussing what we actually hope no one needs: self defense.  In the end it's all about situational awareness.  The fight is to make yourself and your loved ones prepared and then to ensure it's never required.

Bullies and abusers are not isolated to the playground. It is a fact that threats - and opportunities - orbit around us at all times.In this episode we enlist the help of Mark Winn, owner and chief instructor of Winning Warrior Krav Maga here in Richmond and the author of the recently published book “Not a Victim but a Warrior.“ Mark will make  a very informed case that a philosophy of strike first, strike hard might be the best single thing you can do to end a problem and return home safely to your family.Get ready for what's coming your way in this episode of Twisted Wisdom!

The advent of another school year.   While the pandemic throws its own sucker punch at us, kids still have more traditional bullies to contend with.  Whether face-to-face or cyberspace, the anxiety and the damage is real.Many of us can recall a personal struggle with this kind of confrontation. While we persevered, scars remain.  Of course, our parents would do anything to help us, but it's not that easy.  Their advice was well-intended but likely poorly informed.Let's start a dialogue before something happens. Listen to our experts and let's collaborate as parents.  I think we can give our kids a better strategy this time.Feat. Ethan Chandler, Phoenix Fitness and Martial ArtsEmail: Train@phoenixfma.comWebsite: https://www.phoenixfma.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phoenixfma Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoenix_fma 

Aaron Montgomery and his partners disrupted the century-old used car sales business when they created CarLotz, the nation's largest consignment to retail used car marketplace,  right here in Richmond, VA.Aaron's  upbringing as the only child of a single mom in Detroit, Michigan prepared him for this and much more.   In fact, CarLotz is just one of many momentous chapters in Aaron's story, each one built squarely on the last.  He is an adept curator of all his experiences big and small, and the man himself will likely be the moral of his own story.*   We are absolutely certain you will enjoy this conversation, naturally divided into two sections to encompass the breadth of the interview.  Aaron Montgomery is at once delightful, insightful, humorous, and inspiring.  By the end I'm sure you will see why we couldn't help but dub him “The Disruptor.”  * “Suspend Your Disbelief” copyright 2020 by Aaron Montgomery 

Aaron Montgomery and his partners disrupted the century-old used car sales business when they created CarLotz, the nation's largest consignment to retail used car marketplace,  right here in Richmond, VA.Aaron's  upbringing as the only child of a single mom in Detroit, Michigan prepared him for this and much more.   In fact, CarLotz is just one of many momentous chapters in Aaron's story, each one built squarely on the last.  He is an adept curator of all his experiences big and small, and the man himself will likely be the moral of his own story.*   We are absolutely certain you will enjoy this conversation, naturally divided into two sections to encompass the breadth of the interview.  Aaron Montgomery is at once delightful, insightful, humorous, and inspiring.  By the end I'm sure you will see why we couldn't help but dub him “The Disruptor.”  * “Suspend Your Disbelief” copyright 2020 by Aaron Montgomery  

Are you afraid to look better?  Many of you hit the gym regularly, buy high quality tailored apparel, oil your beards, and even manscape (yes there will be an episode on that too!).Yet most of you surrender the amazing advancements in plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine almost entirely to the women in your lives.  Why?We are finally starting to see that pattern change accelerated by none other than the pandemic itself. In this episode called “Brotox” we enlist the expertise of Dr. Greg Lynam, board-certified plastic surgeon and owner of Richmond Surgical Arts. Dr. Lynam details the impressive list of effective interventions that are available to help you look your best.Life is tough but you don't need to walk around looking the part! 

One of the most unexpected outcomes of the pandemic is a wildly active housing market. Those with financial means have purchased homes with near-abandon; Others have pursued creative home improvements inspired by lifestyle changes brought by the pandemic. The demand has pushed contractors and suppliers to the brink. This same environment may have made the dream of homeownership a nightmare for others. In this episode of twisted wisdom we explore the many manifestations of this unpredictable market with local real estate expert Patrick Gee.  You'll see that while the current real estate market is not for the faint of heart, it will likely yield a more settled market with interesting post pandemic trends that keep the American dream alive.

A new perspective on Father's Day that may make you feel even better as a dad. It's a quick listen, just in time for the celebration itself!

Have you ever analyzed how you argue? The style, the substance, the goal? Do you look further to see the potential cost of your position? Win or lose the debate, there could be much more at risk.Arguments are a fact of life, though some take a more passive approach.  By listening more than speaking, they could be the smartest people in the room.It's time to listen to the echoes of your contentions.  It could make you better before, during, and after an argument!

Many men are absolutely obsessed with their lawns- or more correctly their “turf.”  The classic springtime rite of rushing the hardware store, dispensing various potions on our lawns, and sharpening up the mower blade has begun in earnest.  Now, where did this come from?   It almost seems instinctual, not really even a choice.  In King of the Hill we explore lawn care, not just the technical aspects but the psychological connections.  We enlist the help of a new friend named Naylor Taliaferro, who is a lawn care expert and very charismatic fellow with a great backstory...and a podcast...and a YouTube channel.  Need I say more?The grass is certainly greener where you water it, but sometimes it takes a while to find your own little patch of paradise.  Now go ahead and become your own “King of the Hill.”  

Can it actually be true that some of us don't drink enough? Is that even a thing?Let's talk about how we drink:  when it's too much and maybe when too little.Here's a candid conversation about the unspoken advantages of drinking alcohol, or perhaps more accurately, the disadvantages of not drinking.  So tune in, grab a drink and start this post-pandemic Memorial Day weekend off right...but don't take it too far.  Cheers

Let's take one of the most difficult conversations for men and turn it around.   Dr. Sliwinski is an expert in Urology who will put you at ease and even have you laughing over the typically unmentionable issues of men's sexual health, all while dispensing expert guidance.  A medical discussion for the regular guy: You'll leave anxiety in your wake and move forward with an informed plan of action!  

Procrastination was a major source of delay in starting this podcast. It's not the only one, but it's certainly a recurrent theme. But the more we learn about procrastination, the clearer it becomes that this is not as simple as laziness or lack of motivation. In fact, the mind of the procrastinator is a many-splendored thing, and it makes for some great stories.  This is going to be a good one-don't put it off too long!

Who in the hell are these guys and what is Twisted Wisdom? After several years of planning we're thrilled to introduce ourselves to you.  I happen to be a cardiac electrophysiologist in practice for almost 20 years. Zach is a cardiac device representative. More importantly, we are curious, gregarious, and unafraid to try new things.  We're eager to share our experiences and hear about yours.  We want Twisted Wisdom to be the result of our enlightening conversations about dilemmas facing men in a rapidly evolving society.   Nothing is off-limits and we'll leave no stone unturned. We want to leave you both informed and entertained, maybe even inspired.In this introductory episode will talk a bit about ourselves and our backgrounds. We'll talk about the foundations of a good topic for our podcast. We also admit to the obstacles that we let stand in the way of our podcast for the past five years.If you have a time, start here so we can introduce ourselves. If you want to jump right into our first official topic, you can proceed to episode two “The genius of procrastination?”Thanks for joining us on this ride!