Help Yourself!

What if going back to basics could make your meals more satisfying? Join Nick and me as we share our culinary adventures, from a simple yet scrumptious dish of chicken, avocado, and pimento cheese to the secret behind crafting the perfect grilled cheese sandwich using mayo instead of butter. Plus, we'll discuss Bryan's go-to beverage, Costa Coffee, the intriguing company that claims to h...

Bryan and Nick talk about AI, sooooo we had AI write the description to this episode: Episode Description: In this captivating episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and the human experience. Join us as we explore the ethical dilemmas that arise from the ever-advancing field of AI and its impact on society. We begin by addressing...

Bryan and Nick continue their conversation about Solipsism and other stuff. This description could be better, but does it really matter? I mean, we're all in a matrix anyway, right? LOL. Send them an email!! helpyourself@brynic.com

Nick and Bryan are feeling alone in their discussion about Solipsism. It seems like they shouldn't feel that way as they record their voices and send them out to the void. Have you ever thought that our whole universe could be on the head of a pin? Well, it really could be... Email Nick and Bryan here... helpyourself@brynic.com

Bryan and Nick finish talking about "Never Split The Difference" and they start by giving you the email trick to make sure you get a response when you aren't getting one with traditional means. Email them your thoughts... helpyourself@brynic.com

In this episode Bryan and Nick welcome long time friend and fellow Toastmaster, Isaiah Marshall. They decided to tackle the concept of authenticity (I know, pretty big, right?). Isaiah brings his own perspective on the subject. Also, if you would like to take a listen to Isaiah's podcast called "Frontrunner", you can hear it HERE . You may find a couple of episodes that have a famil...

In this episode, Bryan and Nick discuss never splitting the difference. What is the common skills with hostage negotiations and getting what you want in every day life? Well the book Never Split the Difference by ex-FBI hostage negotiator does a great job trying to connect the two. Seems like there shouldn't be as many connections as there are, but Chris Voss certainly makes a good case for t...

In the second part of the discussion about change, Bryan and Nick discuss some ways to deal with change. Whether the change is thrust upon you or you decide to make a change, there are definitely things that can be done to make the change easier to cope with. Email them!! helpyourself@brynic.com

Bryan and Nick embark on a discussion about change. We all have to deal with it and we all hate it to some extent, but how do you deal with it? This may be a 2, 3, or 4 parter, but rest assured that Bryan and Nick won't change their format to allow you to have maximum comfort level. Email them!!! helpyourself@brynic.com

Nick and Bryan are very argumentative in this episode. They both wanted to explore the difference between having an argument and a discussion or a debate. Are there differences? Which is more effective? Is there a way to get through life without arguing? What is some of the ways to diffuse a situation that seems to be going towards an argument? Of course, Bryan had to make reference to Stephen Cov...

Life is risky! I mean, you're taking a risk to listen to this podcast. In this episode, we have Marshall Couch back (our first 4 time guest). We talk about taking risks and how that plays out in life. When should you take risks? Why should you take risks? What even are risks? As usual, there is a lot of mildly funny banter that happens. Send Bryan and Nick email -- helpyourself@brynic.com Lin...

In this episode, Bryan and Nick talk about the See, Do, Get Cycle (Bryan is absolutely ecstatic because of his love for Stephen Covey). How do you perceive the world? (See) What actions do you take based on that paradigm (Stephen Covey's word that means your view of the world)? (Do) What results do you get from those actions, based upon that view of the world or situation? (Get) Listen to hea...

For the last episode of 2022, Bryan and Nick decided to see how some people tweak their new year's resolutions. Nick found a short, but great, video talking about making your resolutions broader and into themes that you could work on for a part of the year. In the vein of self-improvement, Bryan and Nick wanted to talk about it and share it with you guys. On that note, thank you for all of th...

Bryan and Nick are completing there exploration of the classic "How to Win Friends and Influence People". They also have some fun doing it along the way. We certainly don't want to influence you (except maybe to listen to our ramblings).  Email them... helpyourself@brynic.com

Bryan and Nick talked about winning friends in the last episode. Now they are talking about influencing people. Hmmmmm. Well, they seem to have fun with it and they hope you have fun listening. Email them... helpyourself@brynic.com

In this first episode of the "Help Yourself Book Club", Bryan and Nick tackle one of the most well known books out there... "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie. There's so much in this book that it had to be split into two episodes. Email Bryan and Nick!!! helpyourself@brynic.com Show Links: Bryan's Weight Loss Fundraiser Tattooed Chef - Caulifl...

In this episode, Bryan and Nick have some fun by taking some quizzes to see 'what they are'! Which princess are they? Which princess are you? Links: Which Disney Princess are You? What Harry Potter House are You?

Bryan and Nick have an awesome friend of the pod on for a 4th time... Marshall Couch. They actually had a chance to get together in person because Marshall was in their neck of the woods. They all got a chance to talk about cognitive biases once again. This time it's tech biases (The Google Effect, Automation Bias, and Authority Bias). They also talk A LOT about buffalo sauce!! Enjoy, but ema...

Bryan and Nick talk about some more of the cognitive biases (are you getting sick of these yet?).  The main two for this episode are naive realism and naive cynicism, but there are a couple others thrown in there for good measure... you're just going to have to listen to hear which ones... They also eat some great jumbalaya made by the famous Dorey!! Email Bryan and Nick! Do it now!! helpyour...

Law of Attraction? Vision Boards? Bryan and Nick visualize you guys not being bored (see what I did there?) while you listen to this episode. Can you attract your desires? If you say your mantras and meditate on what you want, is it guaranteed that you will get it? The Law of Attraction says you can and will. But, many are skeptical about it. Is that skepticism what makes you not get what you want...

In this episode, Bryan and Nick talk about more cognitive biases!! (Please contain your excitement...) Self-Serving Bias and fundamental attribution error sort of go hand in hand. Stop making excuses for yourself and holding others accountable! It is just the way the brain works, but knowing there's an issue is the first part in combating it, right? Happy listening! Show Links: Tokyo Treat Br...

In another installment of the cognitive biases series, Bryan and Nick explore declinism. Is it true that the world is getting worse and worse? Are people just thinking that because they themselves are in physical decline? Also, how does this connect to confirmation bias? Ed Zinkiewicz joins us again to have a great discussion. Email us!!!! helpyourself@brynic.com Show Links: Saffron Road Fit Soda...

Slow down to speed up... Eat more to lose weight... these are counterintuitive truths. Bryan and Nick attempt to break their brains by exploring this topic. They get into Zen Buddhism and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. In other words, just another rambling conversation over lunch. Email the boys -- helpyourself@brynic.com Show links: Ted Lasso Ted Lasso Energy Drink Tattooed Chef Starbucks Nit...

In this episode, Bryan and Nick tackle the confirmation bias that we all have. Have you ever "done your research" and all of the articles you like supported the position that you came to before your started your research? Well, it may be that you fell victim to confirmation bias. Hopefully this podcast confirms to you that Bryan and Nick are doing well as podcasters. Confirm that you lis...

In another installment to the "what is" series, Bryan and Nick take on a really good topic... What is Good? Is it how you act? Is it what societies do? What is good for some people may be bad for others, right? Bryan and Nick become as confused as these questions are!! (LOL) As usual, they talk a lot and come up with no answers! Drop them a line - helpyourself@brynic.com Show Links: Mana...