Formerly known as "The Lifestyle Chase", Chasing Common Ground is a purpose-driven podcast that doesn't fit into one box or category. The mission is to help listeners find common ground with a variety of guests and solo topics and progress in life year over year rather than simply staying the same. <br/><br/><a href="https://chrisliddle.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">chrisliddle.substack.com</a>
Chasing Common Ground: Lifestyle Conversations with Chris Liddle
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Formerly known as "The Lifestyle Chase", Chasing Common Ground is a purpose-driven podcast that doesn't fit into one box or category. The mission is to help listeners find common ground with a variety of guests and solo topics and progress in life year over year rather than simply staying the same. <br/><br/><a href="https://chrisliddle.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">chrisliddle.substack.com</a>
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Recent Episodes
May 29, 2026
How To De-Escalate Conflict In A Polarized World | Randy King
<p></p><p>Randy King returns to Chasing Common Ground for a conversation about conflict, communication, fear, social media, and what modern self-defense actually looks like.</p><p>In a world that feels increasingly polarized, Randy breaks down why de-escalation is one of the most underdeveloped skills people have — and why learning to de-escalate yourself might be the most important place to start.</p><p>We discuss:</p><p>* How algorithms reward negativity and outrage</p><p>* Why social media hygiene matters for mental health</p><p>* The role of media bias, soundbites, and attention economics</p><p>* De-escalation strategies for real life conflict</p><p>* Situational awareness without living in fear</p><p>* Why many viral safety myths don’t hold up to scrutiny</p><p>* Humility, travel, mentorship, and learning through discomfort</p><p>* Seasons of life, ambition, and preparing for the next level</p><p>* How Randy processes ideas, builds seminars, and writes books</p><p>* What authentic living actually looks like</p><p>This episode blends self-defense, psychology, communication, travel, growth, and critical thinking into a conversation that feels incredibly relevant to modern life.</p><p>Connect With Randy King</p><p>Website: </p><p>https://randykinglive.com</p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/randykinglive/">https://www.instagram.com/randykinglive/</a></p><p>Book information, events, workshops, and resources available through Randy’s website.</p><p>Work With Me + Explore More</p><p>Podcast: </p><p>https://podcast.invigoratetraining.com</p><p>Training: </p><p>https://invigoratetraining.com</p><p>Media Consulting: </p><p>https://christianliddle.com</p><p>Podcast Course: <a target="_blank" href="https://portal.christianliddle.com/courses/offers/8151e768-82e3-4800-aa7b-0f718de40144">https://portal.christianliddle.com/courses/offers/8151e768-82e3-4800-aa7b-0f718de40144</a>Store: </p><p>https://store.invigoratetraining.com</p><p>⏱️ TIMESTAMPS</p><p>00:00 Why most people don’t change00:52 Podcast welcome back02:01 Polarization and common ground03:06 De-escalation basics03:59 Algorithms and negativity07:14 Social media hygiene08:52 De-escalate yourself first12:28 Merch store break14:18 Media bias and soundbites18:18 Food, travel, and human connection18:54 Mentor meals and memorable conversations22:31 Travel humility lessons25:24 Why you must humble yourself to learn28:18 Being humbled by new modalities31:57 Seasons of life and changing priorities33:37 Ambition and chasing the next level37:33 Preparation rituals, mentors, and processing change40:15 Randy’s whiteboard thinking method42:06 Debunking viral safety myths46:23 Situational awareness without fear49:38 How to buy the book51:48 Advice for authentic living</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at <a href="https://chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe</a>
April 28, 2026
He Visited Every Country Without Flying | Thor Pedersen’s Impossible Journey
<p>Most people will never visit every country in the world.</p><p>Thor Pedersen did it.Without flying.</p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Thor to talk about what it actually took to complete one of the most ambitious journeys ever attempted.</p><p>We get into:</p><p>* What 10 years of global travel really feels like</p><p>* The mental toll of chasing a massive goal</p><p>* Why the world is better than the media makes it seem</p><p>* The countries that are most misunderstood</p><p>* What ambition gives you… and what it takes away</p><p>* How to find meaning after completing something enormous</p><p>Thor brings a perspective very few people on earth have — and it challenges a lot of what we think we know.</p><p>Connect with Thor Pedersen</p><p>https://thorpedersen.dk/</p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/onceuponasaga/">https://www.instagram.com/onceuponasaga/</a></p><p>Work With Me and Explore More</p><p>Podcast: </p><p>https://podcast.invigoratetraining.com</p><p>Training: </p><p>https://invigoratetraining.com/</p><p>Media Consulting: </p><p>https://christianliddle.com/</p><p>Podcast Course: <a target="_blank" href="https://portal.christianliddle.com/courses/offers/8151e768-82e3-4800-aa7b-0f718de40144">https://portal.christianliddle.com/courses/offers/8151e768-82e3-4800-aa7b-0f718de40144</a>Store: </p><p>https://store.invigoratetraining.com</p><p>⏱️ TIMESTAMPS</p><p>00:00 Why most people don’t change01:00 Thor returns to the podcast02:00 Life after completing the journey03:00 Film festival experience04:00 Building the documentary05:00 The story behind the book06:00 The hero’s journey explained07:00 Honest vs typical travel stories08:00 Why the journey was harder than expected09:00 Feedback from readers10:00 Why struggle mattered11:00 The emotional toll of long-term goals12:00 The documentary process13:00 Meeting world-class filmmakers14:00 What happened at the film festival15:00 When things go wrong in real time16:00 Lessons from imperfect outcomes17:00 Most misunderstood countries18:00 Pakistan and global perception19:00 Iran and media narratives20:00 Seeing the world beyond headlines21:00 People vs governments22:00 Travel perspectives vs online narratives23:00 The impact of social media24:00 Why negativity spreads faster25:00 What people actually respond to26:00 Progress, love, and struggle27:00 Building real community28:00 Life back in Denmark29:00 Cultural changes over time30:00 Technology and lifestyle shifts31:00 Reintegrating into normal life32:00 The challenge of slowing down33:00 Global heaviness and division34:00 Why the world feels more divided35:00 Social media and polarization36:00 Bots and online narratives37:00 What the world is really like38:00 How to build real connection39:00 Life without constant phone use40:00 Being present in real life41:00 Mental health while traveling42:00 Recognizing stress patterns43:00 The “three problems” rule44:00 Why challenge is necessary45:00 Ambition and its downside46:00 When is enough actually enough47:00 Family, purpose, and grounding48:00 What really creates happiness49:00 Speaking around the world50:00 Emotional moments on stage51:00 Cultural differences in audiences52:00 Advice for living fully53:00 Taking chances in life54:00 The power of connection55:00 Why helping others matters56:00 Final thoughts on humanity</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at <a href="https://chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe</a>
April 21, 2026
Why Most Trainers Quit (And How To Actually Last) | Blake Parado
<p>Most people don’t leave the fitness industry because they don’t care.They leave because they can’t make it work.In this episode, I sit down with Blake Parado — a coach and gym owner out of Hawaii — to talk about what it actually takes to stay in this industry long term.We get into:Why so many trainers quitThe difference between passion and sustainabilityHow to build a gym without burning outThe reality of coaching vs entrepreneurshipWhy ego quietly holds people backHow to create a career that actually lastsBlake brings a perspective that’s rare — high level experience, but grounded in humility and long-term thinking.If you want to stay in this industry and build something meaningful, this one matters.Connect with Blake ParadoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakeparado/Work With Me and Explore MorePodcast: https://podcast.invigoratetraining.comTraining: https://invigoratetraining.com/Media Consulting: https://christianliddle.com/Podcast Course: https://portal.christianliddle.com/courses/offers/8151e768-82e3-4800-aa7b-0f718de40144Store: https://store.invigoratetraining.com⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Why most people don’t change01:00 Introducing Blake Parado02:00 Why the fitness industry is hard to stay in03:00 Massive turnover in personal training04:00 Conferences and community05:00 Real Coaches Summit experience06:00 What makes a great event07:00 Learning from others in the industry08:00 Choosing what to learn09:00 Books, podcasts, and mentors10:00 Continuous learning mindset11:00 Helping other coaches grow12:00 Scarcity vs abundance mindset13:00 Why there are enough clients for everyone14:00 Business before the pandemic15:00 80 hour weeks and chaos16:00 No systems, no structure17:00 Pandemic forced change18:00 Building systems and structure19:00 Hiring first employees20:00 Transitioning from solo to team21:00 Why most trainers aren’t entrepreneurs22:00 Coaching vs running a business23:00 Creating a better environment for coaches24:00 Internship programs and mentorship25:00 Why ego holds trainers back26:00 Listening to client feedback27:00 Small changes that save careers28:00 The importance of connection29:00 Dogs, life, and meaningful relationships30:00 Building a life outside of work31:00 Goals without rigid timelines32:00 Why doing more isn’t always better33:00 Choosing what actually brings you joy34:00 Supporting your team’s future35:00 Growth through others36:00 Why most goals don’t go as planned37:00 Finding fulfillment in the process38:00 Advice for living authentically39:00 Becoming great at what you do40:00 Confidence vs ego41:00 There is no ceiling in coaching42:00 Final advice for building a career</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Insight by Chris Liddle at <a href="https://chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4">chrisliddle.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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