The Michael Chernow Podcast

Today, we commit together to showing up with purpose and discipline. If you’re ready to crush your health and fitness goals and finish the year strong, this episode is for you. I’m walking with you through the mindset shift that changes everything: focusing on just one day at a time. When you do what you say you’re going to do, you build self-confidence, self-love, and unstoppable momentum. No per...

Author, speaker, and entrepreneur Robert Glazer joins Michael Chernow for a deep dive into what core values really mean — and why most of us get them totally wrong. Forget the corporate fluff and buzzwords. This episode of The Kreatures of Habit Podcast breaks down how to actually define, live, and lead through authentic values that align with who you are. Robert shares insights from his book The...

In this Monday Moments episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast , Michael Chernow explores the powerful difference between reacting and responding. A simple pause and a deep breath can shift us from survival-driven reactions—often rooted in self-preservation or past trauma—into intentional, mindful responses. No shame in how we’ve reacted before, but when we know better, we can do better. Tune in...

In today’s episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast , host Michael Chernow sits down with acclaimed NYC chef, author, restaurateur, and filmmaker Chris Scott for a raw and inspiring conversation about what life in the hospitality industry is really like—beyond the recipes and restaurants. Chris and Michael take a look under the hood (yes, this pun applies to restaurants, too): The state of the re...

In this week’s Monday Moments, Michael Chernow chats about one of the most important choices you’ll ever make—marriage. Michael shares why he struggles to understand when people speak poorly about marriage, and instead highlights the beauty of choosing the right life partner. Marriage isn’t just romance—it’s about choosing a true teammate, an ally who helps you navigate growth, tough conversations...

What happens when a pro athlete decides to reinvent recovery? You get Kane Footwear—a brand that’s not just about shoes, but about movement, community, sustainability, and building better habits. In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael Chernow sits down with John Gagliardi, the founder of Kane Footwear. They dive into John’s wild entrepreneurial ride, the obsession with footwear...

Welcome back to Monday Moments, y’all. Today, host Michael Chernow dives into his newest daily habit: end-of-day reflection. Instead of his usual morning journaling, Michael takes a few minutes at his desk before leaving the office to recap what went well, what challenges were faced, and how he can improve tomorrow. This practice not only sharpens self-awareness but also fuels growth by reminding...

What’s the real difference between passion and obsession? Hall of Fame ski mountaineer Mike Marolt sits down with Michael Chernow to dig in. Mike has spent over 30 years climbing and skiing 60+ of the world’s highest, most remote peaks. Coming from a family of Olympians, he’s seen how chasing greatness can fuel purpose—or spiral into obsession. For Mike, it’s always been about the journey, not the...

Being likeable isn’t about vanity—it’s about impact. In this Monday Moments episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael dives into the real value of being someone others want to be around. Likeability opens doors, strengthens relationships, and makes life—for you and those around you—way more fun. When you focus on leaving people better than you found them, you naturally create opportunitie...

What happens when you lace up with 40 different NYC run clubs in just 25 days? For Matt Christopherson, it was a crash course in the culture, energy, and community that define New York City’s running scene. In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast , Michael and Matty break down the power of running culture—from the unique identities of each run club, to the unshakable sense of purpose and...

No turning back—Michael’s NYC Marathon commitment is official. Time to chase something big. Big news, Kreatures… Michael just made it official: he’s running the 2025 New York City Marathon! 🙌 And the best part? Every stride will support the Release to Recovery Foundation—so this race is about way more than miles. In this Monday Moment, Michael shares about how he’s leveling up his training game:H...

After last week’s cliffhanger, let’s jump back in. If you missed it, Michael was on the Hopeaholic’s podcast and we’re running it back with Part 2 today! In this episode, Michael shares about his early days in sobriety, meeting the love of his life, and how becoming a father reshaped everything. He also dives into his journey of building restaurants in Manhattan, exiting for CPG, and what it reall...

Michael Chernow just celebrated 21 years sober. Along the journey, he’s learned countless lessons, but one thing remains clear—fear still shows up, and leaning on community is what helps him get through it. On this milestone anniversary, Michael shares a real and raw conversation he had with the man who helped him get—and stay—sober. The two explore what it truly means to “bring it back to the bre...

In case you missed it… we’re running it back with Michael Chernow on the Hopeaholics Podcast — and this one goes deep. Michael gets real about the wild ride from his childhood days in New York, the addictive habits that almost took him out, and the exact tools and practices that helped him turn it all around. This conversation touches on it all: near-death experiences, EMDR therapy, sobriety, and...

We knew this one was gonna ruffle feathers… and that’s exactly why we’re talking about it. Michael Chernow is getting brutally honest about his decision to stop doing two of the most iconic lifts in fitness: the traditional back squat and the deadlift. Yeah, we said it. He’s done. This wasn’t an easy call—Michael knows the benefits of these powerhouse moves—but years of injuries forced him to face...

Entrepreneurship isn’t just wins—it’s setbacks, pivots, and standing back up when things get tough. In today's episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Cuts Clothing founder Steven Borrelli shares the unfiltered truth about building a business that lasts. Steven joins Michael Chernow to break down the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—how to keep going when the setbacks hit, why building cu...

Michael Chernow is back with his ultimate morning routine playbook—breaking down his fast, no-BS version and his full-blown, peak-performance ritual. After a short break, he’s back to his longer ritual that leaves him feeling unstoppable. From non-negotiable habits to travel-proof morning moves, Michael shows you how to start the day fired up—whether you’ve got 10 minutes or a full hour.

You know that thing where you keep waiting to “feel ready” before you go after what you want? Yeah—Brett Eaton’s here to call you out for that. Author of Uncomfortable Either Way and sought after keynote speaker, Brett sits down with Michael Chernow to talk about the stuff we all need to hear: what confidence actually is, why pretending to be someone else will eat you alive, and how your phone mig...

Michael Chernow breaks down the breakthroughs from his Return to Self men’s retreat—where vulnerability, brotherhood, and deep connection took center stage. The guys showed up ready to do the work, stepping into traditional Native American rites of passage and, for those that felt called, powerful warrior plant medicines. They left with walls down, bonds built, and a whole new level of self-awaren...

Joe Holder—founder of The Ocho System , Nike Master Trainer, and wellness visionary—sits down with Michael Chernow to talk about feeling good for life . From the power of low-intensity workouts to the irreplaceable advice he received from Virgil Abloh, this episode is packed with real talk on movement, mindset, and modern wellness. Today, the two explore: The dangers of fitness extremes and burnou...

Kreatures of Habit is officially opening the doors to our community — and you can now invest in the brand you’ve helped build from day one. Our crowdfund just launched on StartEngine , and this is your chance to own a piece of the movement. We’re not looking for traditional VC firms — we’re building with our people. The ones who live the lifestyle, start their mornings with MEAL ONE, and believe i...

From addiction to entrepreneurship, Johnathan Person’s story is a powerful reminder that rock bottom can be the beginning of something great. As the founder of Aug11, Johnny joins Michael to talk about getting sober, rebuilding his life, and building a purpose-driven apparel brand from the ground up. He shares the habits that keep him on track (like his signature 5 by 5 routine), what time in jail...

On this Monday Moment, Michael Chernow gets real about keeping your morning routine short, sweet, and stacked with non-negotiables . While a long, luxurious routine might sound ideal, that’s not where he’s at—and maybe not where you are either. He shares the small, repeatable wins that anchor his mornings and set the tone for success, no matter how busy life gets. If you’re ready to feel unstoppab...

Steve Martocci has co-founded GroupMe, Splice, Blade, and now SuppCo—so yeah, he knows a thing or two about building businesses. In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Steve sits down with Michael Chernow to chat about what it’s really like to be a multi-time entrepreneur, his biggest failures, and why his latest venture, SuppCo, is aiming to revolutionize the supplement game. SuppCo i...

Let’s be real—most of us won’t be remembered more than three generations from now. Kinda wild, right? In this Monday Moments episode of the Kreatures of Habit podcast, Michael Chernow explores what it will actually take to build a lasting legacy. We’re talking about the stories that get passed down (and the ones that don’t), why storytelling matters so much, and why it’s worth shaping a life that’...