The Found Generation with Troy Farkas

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode contains references to depression, mania, and PTSD. My old ESPN colleague joins me for a wide-ranging conversation where we laugh, cry (maybe), and reminisce, covering topics like:  the heartwarming story behind his journey to Bristol, CT from El Paso, TX his difficult decision to leave the company that sits at the apex of sports broadcasting his battles with ma...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode contains several references to eating disorders and unhealthy behaviors. My Portsmouth, NH, yoga teacher joins me for one of the most powerful conversations on the podcast to date. We discuss: how her battle with an eating disorder led her to yoga (5:45) why she decided to go therapy (17:50) the importance of staying present (29:00) how a recent breakup ended being o...

My new friend joins me on today's episode for a conversation about: MMA training and her UFC fandom (2:05) spontaneously moving to Arizona with her future husband (8:50) her work with Arbonne, why she believes in the products, how she makes money, and why it's NOT a pyramid scheme like most people think (13:00) why she quit her soul-sucking job in Chicago before moving out to Phoenix (26:00) her r...

My old friend joins me on today's episode for a conversation about his dream of getting to the NBA, a dream I remember him telling me about back in 2013. We discuss: his experience playing for the Long Island Nets in the G-League lessons learned from his one season at Villanova what it's like being so far away from home his relationship with Kevin Huerter how he's learned to not take everything so...

26-year-old Christina Buswell of ESPN joins the show for a conversation about our mutual love of podcasts, why they're so hot right now and why they aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Plus, we also discuss: the complicated process of buying a house (2:20) the power of audio and why it will never go away (15:25) why Call Her Daddy is the best podcast in the world (19:30) how podcasts made Christin...

Eric Jackman of MMAFighting.com joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about the past, present and future of platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Vine, Instagram and TikTok. We discuss: when social media started becoming toxic (5:15) if he ever feels guilty as someone whose job it is to get people to spend more time on social media (11:15) preparing for the metaverse (17:28) what makes TikTok...

Longtime friend Justin Yurchak joins the show to talk about what life as a minor league baseball player is really like. In the conversation, we discuss his stops in Michigan, Montana and Arizona, the trade that changed the trajectory of his career, his wildly productive 2021 season (22:53), if he's ever felt like he doesn't belong, not making much money (31:44), his hopes of making the Dodgers ros...

Hilary, who I haven't spoken to in 10+ years, joins me to discuss everything that's happened in her life since the middle school days, like her moves to Kansas City, North Dakota, the Jersey Shore and the middle-of-nowhere in Nebraska. We also talk about the positives and negatives of life as a travel nurse (which takes her to a new city every 13 weeks), how to make friends when she's always on th...

One of my favorite people in the world tells me what she's been up to since the UAlbany days, a story that includes a 1-year stay in Los Angeles, driving across all of Canada, many odd jobs, the pursuit of a phD, coaching field hockey, and researching sports psychology. Plus, Anna Bo and I talk about the concept of work/life balance and why it's overhyped, the role of music in our friendship, and...

After running through some of my recent travels, I talk about the sport of MMA and how it's affected every aspect of my life from my career, to my friendships, and to my physical and mental health. For more from me, check out my newest blog post on TheTroyFarkasShow.com or give me a follow on Instagram @Troy_Farkas.

On today's episode, I read t hree blogs I wrote this week on TheTroyFarkasShow.com . After that, some more thoughts on how young people can improve their work lives.

I explain my recent absence from the podcast. Then, I tell you why I'm loving New Hampshire life and why this is the happiest I've been in a long time. (I've stayed active on the blog though, so please check it out over on TheTroyFarkasShow.com .)

Malcolm Thulin, who I met while abroad in the fall of 2016, joins me today for a lovely chat about recently marrying his longtime sweetheart, who actually proposed to him because he waited too long! Then, we get into the perception that countries like Sweden, Norway and Denmark are the happiest in the world, and whether that actually holds up. Plus, we discuss Europe's obsession with American poli...

This gets surprisingly emotional.

Fear is our biggest enemy, the thing that holds us back from achieving our dreams. In Part Four of my "5 for 5,000 series," I outline two strategies you can adopt to help you overcome Fear. Missed the podcasts from the last three days? Catch up by reading the blogs instead on TheTroyFarkasShow.com.

For a company to thrive, proper investment of resources is essential. On today's podcast , I tell you why you should treat your life like a business, giving you 6 steps you can take to get the most out of yourself. You can read the full post here on my web site, TheTroyFarkasShow.com.

I chose to live in Portsmouth, NH over Denver for one reason: self-awareness. On today's episode , I tell you how self-awareness guided my decision and why it's the key to helping you with big decisions in life. You can read the full post here. If you enjoy today's episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts , subscribe to my YouTube channel or visit TheTroyFarkasShow.com for more.

In Part 1 of my "5 for 5,000" series, where I'm revealing five big lessons I've learned in the year since I started this podcast, I read you an essay about kindness. Then, I tell you why I'm choosing to double down on it going forward. If you enjoy today's episode , please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or visiting TheTroyFarkasShow.com for more blogs and podcast episodes.

Twenty years ago, I went to my kindergarten class expecting a normal day. But things didn't unfold that way. Miss Thorne, my teacher at the time, joins me today to help me remember what September 11, 2001 was like at Skano Elementary (33:41), how that day affected her personally, and how she feels now that Afghanistan has fallen to the Taliban. She also opens up about the tragic moment that change...

In February, I left my job at ESPN, and vowed to never work for a big corporation again.  That is, unless one specific company came calling. Today, I've signed a contract at that one company. Listen , watch and read all about it and let me know what you think. P.S. Yesterday's podcast with guest Gabby Ianniello is out now, exclusively available on YouTube.

After officially settling into my new home, I tell you about the grand experiment I'm undertaking, overcoming my gratitude problem (11:18), a fun show announcement (14:40) and why my mental health is the strongest its been in a long time. If you have an idea on how to go about making friends in a new place, please comment on the YouTube video or leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

One of my best friends from Connecticut returns to the show to talk about his impact on my life, why it took a while for me like him and why all of us need to stop being flakes. PLUS, we discuss: his emotional experience running the 2019 NYC Marathon (16:56) the importance of loving where you live (27:30) our fascination with death (35:52) breaking off a 3-year relationship (46:13) You can also wa...

On today's episode , I share some lessons learned from a trip to my old college campus (10:56), a party with lifelong best friends, a read through my high school journal and a big decision I made yesterday (15:22). If you enjoyed today's show, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or on the show's web site. It will take you 24 seconds or less to complete.

Shelby Lam, an old high school friend, joins me for a conversation about her recent Western travels, which included visits to five national parks. PLUS, we discuss: her career as a fertility nurse (15:03) her "bookstagram" account and obsession with reading (27:28) three book recommendations for young adults (40:16) our respective thoughts on the single life (47:01) You can also watch today's conv...

I was supposed to go to Philadelphia this weekend, but then I decided to rent a van in the Catskill Mountains instead. My newest blog post, " why you should stop consuming the news every day " is also available on TheTroyFarkasShow.com. If you like it, let me know. FOLLOW: Instagram: @Troy_Farkas TikTok : @TroyFarkas YouTube: Troy Farkas Web: TheTroyFarkasShow.com.