Tom Foolery

Home Court Health with Tom Foolery

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When I started podcasting, the priority intention was to explore my genuine curiosities and connect deeply with people whose work and presence I admire... There is no agenda, no influence, no dogma. My focus is aimed at what is interesting what is helpful what is healthful. My relentless pursuit of the Good, True and Beautiful has led me down some familiar paths of exploration, including: The Terrain Philosophy of Health Tennis (playing & coaching) Alternative His-Story Poetry Spiritual Traditions Social (reverse) Engineering Language Upgrades Sacred Cows Building Resilience and more... Thank...

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Tom Foolery

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Worse Things Than Hunger: A Fasting Guide 07.04.2022 47:47

Going without is a lost practice in this day and age of hyper-availability. Therefore, the responsibility is ours to make things a bit more challenging, and at the same time, reap the benefits of simplicity. " Comfort is a false deity " is another reminder that I employ to seek out a bit more difficulty that will reward more than punish... through experience, I discovered that fasting was a free...

EP 4 - Why Am I So Angry? 28.03.2022 32:28

" Anger is the frustration of a N.E.E.D.: a Need, Entitlement, Expectation or Demand. " - Rabbi Mordecai Finley Where does anger come from? Why do we find ourselves at the mercy of its power? How do we keep ourselves from the regret of having to wonder, "Why did I just say/do that?!" As with anything, it starts with AWARENESS... to be able to watch emotions rise up within you is the first key to u...

EP 3 - Coaching Strength for Life: An Intersation with Steve Kiely & Matt McClune 15.03.2022 2:04:05

It sure sounds cool to be a "Strength Coach", but what does that involve, exactly? Steve & Matt are outstanding role models who can fill in the blanks for you in this episode. We discuss finding your career through skill, movements for life, effective communication, and many more hidden gems. Here is a snapshot of our guests: Matt McClune is currently a strength and conditioning coach at Boston Co...

EP 2 - Ground Rules 11.03.2022 19:00

A game without rules can be unfair, unfulfilling, and unsatisfying. That is why I thought it was important to take a few steps back and have a look at the set-up of this podcast, the latest game I'm playing... There will still be a genuine flow of creative energy and response to the moment and mood, but that being said, it is still necessary to set the table, prepare the meal, and serve with good...

EP 1 - What Would Courage Do? 03.03.2022 32:33

I don't think there is a better question to commence our journey together... This one has been on my mind every day since the start of this year. Time and again, with each novel adversity or daunting event, I have to wonder when the time will come for us to adopt a more courageous course to change our unsustainable ways. There are no clear answers, but in the words of the legendary physicist and m...