The Long Road

While doing some research for my upcoming keynote lecture in June, one of the men I'm researching made a reference to how treadmills were originally used for punishment in prisons! I found this intriguing so dug into it, and sure enough--it's true. Who knew?! Here's an interesting summary of the history of treadmill machines and how they factored into crime and punishment and eventually into the m...

There is a lot of buzz about Americans moving into a "four-day work week" and how this WILL enhance people's lives...hold on! History has some warnings and guidance here!

A tyrant has been defined as "someone who rules without law using extreme and cruel methods." Let's chat about some recent events that in my opinion--are all planned with the specific intent to break our country down even further and destroy the freedom of the people.

During some more research on the historical significance of leisure time and how to use it wisely, I learned more about ancient Rome and what led to their demise--largely due to a foolish and reckless use of leisure time that was financed by the elites to appease the masses by giving them "bread and circuses." We have been warned--just like the Romans. *Reference: "The Leisure Age: Its Challenge t...

I had the honor of attending a conference on "All-Black Towns of Oklahoma" yesterday in downtown Tulsa sponsored by Tulsa University. These small rural black towns have an amazing history and are a rich part of not only Oklahoma history--but also United States history. I hope you enjoy today's show which summarizes many of the key points from the conference. The whole conference was professionally...

There is a very important topic found in the studies of culture and how to elevate culture that underscores the importance of including beauty in your life--and many today are completely out of touch with the real beauty which is NOT what the social media influencers are advocating. Here are some beautiful words of wisdom from those before us. Sources: "The Leisure Age: It's Challenges to Recreati...

I've been thinking deeply about this whole alien thing lately in view of flying objects being shot down. For purposes of discussion--what would happen to established religions "if" there was in fact life outside of earth in the form of beings that are visiting us? How would this impact people's established beliefs in their version of "God" or existence?

I found an old bottle buried in debris and leaves on my property during some cleanup. As I started to discard it, I noticed a plant growing inside and thriving inside--basically a terrarium had formed inside the bottle. This will to survive struck me as worthy of a quick inspirational show.

Have you ever wondered why people riot and become violent after their team wins a major sports championship? What is the real reason for this from the physiology standpoint? Here ya go. Listen up and understand why spectating runs right into a fight or flight sympathetic nervous system response--then control yourselves and act like adults! *Reference: "Philosophy of Recreation and Leisure" by Jay...

Here's one simple page out of Booker T. Washington's wonderful 1902 booklet, "Character Building." This booklet was a collection of his Sunday night chats with students. Today's share is "Some Great Little Things" where he underscores developing the proper use of leisure and recreation time, etc.

Some reading today from Walter Lippmann's 1922 book, "Public Opinion" regarding the burnout state of noisy city life and a few of my contextual comments about the social and political elites and their long history of hiding information and manipulating the public. Walter Lippmann (1889-1974) was an American author, reporter, and political commentator. *Photo Credit: Harris & Ewing (Library of...

There was a lot of BS in last night's State of the Union address by President Biden and those attending. Here are some truthful comments from the street level far from the DC-bought and paid-for politicians. *Graphic: U.S. National Security Agency educational poster

Quick overview of my current PE lesson combining some quality kettlebell instruction for 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders plus some more on situational awareness and self-defense and how I use my new "wolf" hand puppet for self-defense games.

To recognize Black History month with some off-the-grid references, I share a passage from a speech given by Malcolm X on December 13, 1964, at the Audubon. This section addresses the propaganda of the press as created by the FBI and CIA, so this whole fiasco with these organizations is nothing new--Malcolm X was calling it out decades ago...then he was killed for speaking. *Book Reference: "Malco...

I went through the educator certification yesterday for Project WILD which is a global educational curriculum for K-12 outdoor education. This training helps educators teach children about the importance of plants, animals, and the great outdoors through classroom lessons, interactive activities, service learning community projects, PE, etc. The facilitator had been teaching Project WILD for over...

Fredrick Douglas (1817/8-1895) was a former slave, African American author, and activist who had numerous anti-slavery writings. In today's show, I read his "What the Black Man Wants" from 1865. *Photo: George Kendall Warren

Why don't you just leave me alone? My hearts gonna break from the fall! Holding on to petty things! Feeling all the hate it brings! Why don't you just leave me alone! -KoRn "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)" A few reflective and honest thoughts about my own long road journey--from the bad side of the river in Bakersfield called "Oildale" to millionaire and celebrity clients in Malibu on private beaches......

When I began my education career over two decades ago, we were told as teachers in training to NEVER touch our students--not even a hug! The fact that we went from this ridiculous policy of NO touch to now allowing and supporting "educators" to indoctrinate children to doubt their genitalia and to explore adult sexuality by kindergarten is a prime example of how lost American education has become-...

Some polishing of the strength training bright spots regarding my teaching of the kettlebell clean and press to my 5th, 4th, and 3rd grade PE students last week. *Photo: Ron Jones

Here's another share from one of the modern founders of public relations and social psychology Edward Bernays from his 1942 essay entitled, "The Marketing of National Policies: A Study of War Propaganda"...today, we focus on Bernay's three elements of attack to build national morale. Pay attention because now is not a good time to be sleeping.

Here's another share from one of the modern founders of public relations and social psychology Edward Bernays from his 1942 essay entitled, "The Marketing of National Policies: A Study of War Propaganda"...today, we focus on "symbolism." Key propaganda strategies are discussed--basically the playbook for how to win wars and how to break down the enemies psychologically and socially. Pay attention....

Some rational thoughts on the root causes of the recent shootings in California and how removing guns will NEVER fix the mental instability behind the trigger.

Here's another share from one of the modern founders of public relations and social psychology Edward Bernays from his 1942 essay entitled, "The Marketing of National Policies: A Study of War Propaganda." Key propaganda strategies are discussed--basically the playbook for how to win wars and how to break down the enemies psychologically and socially. Pay attention...because history can and will re...

I just got back from the winter track & XC coaching clinic for the state of Oklahoma. What a great experience to be around coaches who have been coaching 30-50+ years. Here are a few thoughts and some great quotation shares from some veteran coaches this weekend here in Oklahoma USA.

The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are in the news this week for new updates on the growing problem of childhood obesity along with new treatment guidelines. This is a very critical show of what we are being led to believe and how these guidelines and strategies will never provide root-cause solutions to our failing health in youth and adults. The...