The Bros and Blokes Lifestyle Academy
An American Bro and a British Bloke explore Fitness, Adulthood, Entertainment, and their own cultural differences! Join them weekly as they bring their own thoughts to the table and host insights from industry experts.
Episodes
106 episodes since 2019
Those Fall/Winter 2021 Movies: Reviewed *SPOILERS!*
For today's catch-up episode, the guys (joined once again by Ryan Dahlquist!) chat about those 2021 year-end movies that may have been worth a mention. Those include:- Spiderman: No Way Home - The Matrix: Resurrections- No Time ...
March 07, 2022
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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27:25
KC Chiefs Talk (w/Ryan Dahlquist)
In today's overdue NFL/Chiefs check-in, the guys - and returning guest Ryan Dahlquist (who's also a dentist!) discuss what happened to the Chiefs latest run to the Superbowl. They talk about those players who may be released and the team requir...
March 07, 2022
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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44:32
How Hypnosis Helps With Our Fitness Goals
In today's wellness episode, James sits down with Douglas Sands, founder of the 'Anywhere Hypnosis' platform. He runs sessions to help those dealing with PTSD, anxiety, disordered eating or other traumas. Doug offers 1-1 coaching via online por...
February 01, 2022
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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30:26
A Show Update...
James jumps on the mic to share a brief update on the future of 'The Bros and Blokes Lifestyle Academy'...--For more information on our show, visit brosandblokes.com or check out our socia...
October 07, 2021
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Season 4
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4:03
Shang-Chi and the Ten-Rings, Skipping Breakfast? Cable vs Streaming
In today's audio outing, Kalan and James share some of the latest offerings from movies and TV. This includes a review of Marvel's latest solo outing, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (07:41), James Wan's latest horror p...
September 27, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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41:39
Those Ab Exercises You Should Try
In another shorter episode this week, James shares some of his personal favorites when it comes to...abdominal exercises!Sometimes, the "classics" can get boring. Some can also be detrimental to our fitness success. (Sit-Ups, for exampl...
September 13, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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17:29
Most New Parents Are Making These Mistakes!
In a shorter episode today, James goes over some of those common mistakes new parents make with their newborn. These include: lack of sleep schedule, not regulating the baby's body temperature, no "Tummy Time" and more!Useful Links:...
September 06, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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17:15
Suicide Squad, Bulk or Cut? & Most Fun States
In today's bumper variety episode, James and Kalan break down their thoughts on the latest DC movie to hit our screens: The Suicide Squad (2021). Was it a major improvement on the 2016 version? (08:01) We then discuss the fitness...
August 30, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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51:45
Our 2021 NFL Preview Show
James and Kalan welcome back Dr. Ryan Dahlquist, dentist and Chiefs fanatic to breakdown the upcoming NFL season. We discuss: - The improved elements of the Chiefs offensive line- The questions over Mahomes's 2nd pre-season per...
August 23, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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35:28
British vs American: The Snack-Off!
The long-awaited "snack-off" is finally here!James and Kalan share some unique snacks from America and the UK. The guys debate which of the snacks brought to table are superior to the others and which...need to be kept away! Snacks (and...
August 16, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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47:14
How to Earn Those 'Double Unders'
In today's fitness skills episode, James takes us through a step-by-step guide on how to achieve those elusive 'Double Unders' (i.e. two passes of a rope in one jump) - one of the staple moves in many Crossfit workouts, but also a great way to ...
August 09, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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27:50
Space Jam, Scarlett Johansson's Lawsuit, The Tomorrow War
In our latest discussion of movie reviews and current affairs, James picks apart the new 'Space Jam' movie, starring Lebron James. Why was there no decent plot?!The guys chew over the lawsuit between Disney and Scarlett Johansson over a...
August 02, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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28:12
The Best Advice for New Dads
In this new parenting episode, James shares some key tips he's learnt over the last few weeks from being a dad.These include:- Bracing for a lack of organisation in the first few weeks.- Working in shifts with your significa...
July 26, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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17:51
New Fatherhood, Marvel's Latest, Gandalf vs Dumbledore
We have returned to the mics!In today's episode, we chew over some of the life events from the last few weeks, as well as some exciting things coming up on the horizon. This includes:- Upcoming show guests and episodes- The ...
July 19, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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37:00
Our Return is Coming! (Show Updates)
After a brief break owing to Paternity Leave, James returns in this shorter episode to announce plans for the show moving forward. This includes:- Potential to re-introduce 'Parenting' episodes onto the podcast- New interviews out i...
July 12, 2021
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Season 4
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9:06
The Truths Behind Those Biopic Movies - *RERUN*
As James takes a break for "Paternity Leave", this is the third episode as part of our brief "ReRun" series. Be sure to follow @brosandblokes on the social medias for his key updates!--NOTES FROM ORIGINAL RECORDING:
July 05, 2021
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Season 4
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45:01
Getting to Know the English Premier League - *RERUN*
As James takes a break for "Paternity Leave", this is the second episode as part of our brief "ReRun" series. Be sure to follow @brosandblokes on the social medias for his key updates!--NOTES FROM ORIGINAL RECORDING:
June 28, 2021
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Season 4
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39:09
"At Home" Fitness; Workouts for Your Personal Space - *RERUN*
As James takes a break for "Paternity Leave", this is the first episode as part of our brief "Rerun" series. Be sure to follow @brosandblokes on the social medias for his key updates!--NOTES FROM ORIGINAL RECORDING:
June 21, 2021
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Season 4
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27:48
Your Guide to Euro 2020 (w/Mostly Soccer Podcast)
In Kalan's absence, James goes over the upcoming European soccer tournament - Euro 2020! Not only that, he has the guys from Mostly Soccer podcast to help break things down - Mike Dalo and Jimmy Fuoco!Together, the guys outline the form...
June 10, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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37:52
Army of the Dead: Reviewed
In the latest movie review episode, James and Kalan go over the latest zombie offering from filmmaker Zach Snyder - Army of the Dead (Netflix, 2021).What were some of the common expectations going into this movie? How did making it a "M...
June 07, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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33:41
Your Fitness Questions, Answered (w/Jeff Mumford)
In a LIVE Twitch recording, James and Kalan sat down with Florida-based Personal Trainer and leader of the "Mumfurious Fitness Movement" - Jeff Mumford ("Mumfurious")Jeff helped answer some of those key questions for those new to fitnes...
May 31, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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44:45
Considering "Murph"? - Your First Time Survival Guide
In today's fitness outing, Kalan and James discuss the annual Memorial Day "Hero" Workout of the Day - Murph!What exactly is Murph? It's the following movements:1 Mile Run100 Pull Ups200 Push-Ups300 Air Squats1 M...
May 24, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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34:21
British vs American: Childhood Memories
In today's episode, we explore those fun cultural differences between our respective childhoods! James brings some rather unique British memories to the table and Kalan recalls those US classics. In some instances, the memories were commonly kn...
May 17, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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37:59
What Fitness Programs Best Suit My Goals? (w/Dean Rahaman)
In today's fitness discussion, we sit down with UK-Based fitness coach - Dean Rahaman.Dean has over 15 years experience in the fitness industry, and is the owner and founder of "Coaching for Men" - an online men's wellness portal with 1...
May 10, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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37:31
Godzilla vs Kong: Reviewed
In yet another Warner Brother's movie review, Kalan and James go over their thoughts on the primal match-up movie - Godzilla vs Kong!Was the overall movie ruined by a lack of coherent story? Or did the special effects win us over? Was K...
May 06, 2021
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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34:34