Toasty Takes!

**WARNING** This episode contains explicit language. Please do not listen if you are not found of those types of words. You've been forewarned. On this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined once again by my younger brother Chase Groothousen. Chase and I unapologetically discuss the current state of politics and America, some NFL football, and just shoot the shit while catching up with each othe...

On this episode of Toasty Takes, I share my thoughts on a book I recently started called Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg and how you can implement the ABC's of tiny habits to create your own habits of success! If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show or to share your tiny habit progress, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @coachtoast8.

On this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined by my brother-in-law and friend, Mads Thuestad. Mads and I discuss his perspective on the differences in education between Norway and America, what the process was like for him getting his green card, pursuing American citizenship the correct way, American politics compared to politics in Norway, how he became a fan of Wisconsin sports teams, and the Bi...

On this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined by my accountability partner and friend, Ryan Lant. Ryan and I discuss his journey as a manager through different levels of basketball, his time as a manager for the men's basketball team at the NCAA Blue Blood powerhouse of Kansas, why you should follow your heart, even if it is the unpopular choice amongst those close to you, and the Big Three Que...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I am back!!! With a commitment to releasing 1-2 meaningful episodes, I hope that I can provide consistent content for anyone who listens. The message today is to chase consistency instead of perfection. You won't always be perfect, but we can be consistent! Even if we do miss a day or screw up, we can always get back on track. I am super excited to be back in t...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I continue the short series called the ABC's of Leadership where I discuss a specific quality of a leader that goes with each letter of the alphabet. C=Courage. Having courage in the face of adversity or tough times, even when you are scared, can be a beacon of hope to those who follow you as a leader. Stand tall and stay true to who you are. Keep chasing your...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I continue the short series called the ABC's of Leadership where I discuss a specific quality of a leader that goes with each letter of the alphabet. B=Body Language. Bad body language is like bad BO, you can smell it from a mile away! Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagr...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I start a new short series called the ABC's of Leadership where I discuss a specific quality of a leader that goes with each letter of the alphabet. A=Attitude. Your attitude determines your altitude so always keep a positive mental attitude! Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I share information on a mentor and friend's 100 day challenge to finish the year in a strong and consistent way! This mentor is none other than Christopher J. Wirth, who is the founder and president of No Quit Living. NQL is a Speaking, Coaching and Training Company that focuses on a number of topics which include leadership, personal development, time maximiz...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I discuss what having a so what, next pitch, mentality means in life and why it is crucial to not stay fixated on the mistake and to be able to move on quickly. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I flip the microphone around and my good friend/mentor Daniel Panozzo leads a conversation with me through my 75 Hard journey. 75 Hard is a program created by Andy Frisella. Hopefully the journey I went through, and that I am still going through, leads to something you can take away to promote change and excellence in your life. So please, sit back, relax, and enjo...

On this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined by Mental Performance Coach and Found of My Life... My Pen, Charlie Smith. Charlie gives insight into his story of My Life, My Pen, and we discuss the Big Three Questions that we ask our new guests on Toasty Takes. You can connect with Charlie on social media at @charliesmithspeaks and you can check out his website at www.charliesmithspeaks.com. If you...

On this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined again by high school English teacher Daniel Panozzo! We discuss a recap of our summer events, dive into music/writing more songs, and talk about the expectations for the upcoming school year, all with little bits of knowledge dropped in between. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothou...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined by one of the athletes in my baseball program, Kyle Heldt! Kyle recently finished his first successful run of the 75 Hard program created by Andy Frisella. We dive into what the program was like for him, what some key things are that he learned about himself through the program, and why he needed to challenge himself the way he did. So please, sit back,...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I take the time to say thank you to anyone who has supported the show or my content in any way possible. There is greatness inside everything single one of us and I believe in you, and I am cheering for you. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I share a Saturday Story from Lew Caralla's new book Fire Lighters 365. It is easy to just reply to people, but if we want to form meaningful relationships, then we need to listen and understand their perspective. The power of perspective is everything. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I talk about how if you want true happiness in your life, you have to find ways to serve others and the people around you. It is damn near impossible to be upset when you are making others smile. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I talk about why re-racking your weights and putting your shopping cart away are easy tasks that help build personal accountability on your way to success. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I go off-script and talk about the idea that many people we encounter in life will be hard on usregardless of what we do, so we should start cheering for ourselves instead of judging ourselves. We have to be our own biggest supporter. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @j...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I go off-script and talk about never changing who you truly are as a person to make other people feel "comfortable" and to focus on yourself first instead of always trying to please other people. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I discuss a moment I had during one of my rucks last week where I was where my perspective was flipped from complaining to being grateful for my ability to use my own two legs. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I discuss a moment during college football when I thought I could rise to the occasion, but I actually sank to the level of my preparation. Don't expect outcomes you didn't prepare for. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothousen8.

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I go off-script and talk about why having high standards/expectations of yourself and chasing personal greatness brings enemies into your life. Average people don't like great people because it makes them uncomfortable. Keep chasing your greatness guys. If you have any questions you would like discussed on the show, just shoot me a DM on Instagram @jdubgroothou...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I discuss two moments from the last week that made me feel uncomfortable and awkward, and I explain why I still put myself in those situations anyway. Seek out uncomfortable situations so that you know how to respond to them later in life when they come up because life is full of them. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. If you have any questions you would like di...

In this episode of Toasty Takes, I am joined by my sister Sadie Thuestad! Sadie was a state qualifier as a sophomore in the discus in high school and she graduated from UWGB with a communications major. She also was a manager for the UWGB women's volleyball team and was heavily involved in making sure things ran smoothly throughout the season. While at UWGB, she met her husband Mads and they w...