Welcome to the Figuring Things Out Podcast, hosted by Wil Brown.
Inspired by the parable of the five blind folk and the elephant, each series brings together five practitioners, teachers and fascinating humans to explore a single topic from their own corner of expertise. Episode by episode, the shape of the thing comes into focus. No single guest has the whole picture, but together they get us closer to clarity.
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The conversation delves into shoulder injury and rehabilitation, exploring the evolutionary framework, kinetic chain movements and shoulder complex dysfunction.
Additionally, the conversation compares the RICE and RELM frameworks for injury rehabilitation, highlighting the differences and benefits of each approach.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Shoulder Injury Discussion
42:29 Upper Arm Movement and Scapula on the Ribs
49:27 Rehabilitation and Overuse Injuries
01:03:37 RICE vs RELM Framework for Injury Rehabilitation
5 May 2026
Daniel Strauss AKA The Raspberry Ape - S8E2
The Training Hub (https://www.figuringthingsout.com/hub)
Ape Academy (https://www.apeacademyonline.com/about-dan-strauss)
This conversation covers Dan's transition to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) from early childhood inactivity, the emotional investment in training, his approach to teaching and learning, MMA aspirations, and his competitive career in BJJ.
The conversation delves into the impact of competitiveness on performance, the dynamics of goal setting and intrinsic motivation, as well as the multifaceted nature of grip training and its relevance in various sports, highlighting the depth and complexity of grip strength as a training system.
Chapters
00:00 Aspirations and Career in BJJ
38:30 Competitiveness and Performance
49:42 Goal Setting and Intrinsic Motivation
59:37 Training and Conditioning
28 Apr 2026
Richard Trovatten AKA Mobility for Fighting - S8E1
Mobility for Fighting (https://www.mobilityforfighting.com/)
The Training Hub (https://www.figuringthingsout.com/hub)
The conversation covers Richard's journey from childhood to retirement before the age of 40, exploring themes of risk, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
The conversation delves into Richard's journey from high-risk startups to a more stable career, his investment strategy, and the development of Mobility for Fighters.
Richard emphasises the importance of high conviction in decision-making and the value of unique, self-directed paths.
Chapters
00:00 Journey from Childhood to Entrepreneurship
17:20 Transition to Investment Banking
44:48 Early Life and Career in Startups
51:40 Career in Investment Banking and Retirement
01:00:01 Exit Plan and Financial Leverage
01:05:43 Journey into Mobility for Fighters
Who has been a guest on Figuring Things Out
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Karin Avi
Bren Veziroglu
Isabel Kelly
Joachim Hilderson
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
520,649
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
69 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100
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Quality
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Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
77
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