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Help Me Understand

Help Me Understand is a podcast that explores the context behind the things that we experience from day to day. With topics ranging from personal development, to parenting, to health and fitness, and more; join JK McLeod as he shares his thoughts and hosts conversations that are meant to encourage you to say "Help me understand" in an effort to add perspective to the things we experience in everyday life.
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Episodes

Episode 53 - Friday Four #2

Today's Friday Four: 1) Relentless by Tim Grover 2) Parents' expectations of teachers 3) Pages For The People (Inclusive Clip Art) IG at @pagesforthepeople or website https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Pages-For-The-People 4) Q: What are some movie scenes that live rent free in your head? To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjkmcleod and @helpmeunderstand_podcast...

Jul 22, 202230 minEp. 53

Episode 52 - What/Who Got You Here Won't Get You There

On today's episode, JK talks about - Your individual strengths as both assets and liabilities - Multiple streams of impact - Understanding what/who it takes to get to the next step in your growth To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjkmcleod and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Jul 20, 202216 minEp. 52

Episode 51 - Friday Four #1

On today's Friday Four episode: 1) Q: "How do I handle returning to workouts after coming back from illness?" 2) Q: "I have a lot of goals that I want to accomplish...How do I know where to start?" Peak Optimization Performance Free FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PersonalityDiet/ 3) Podcast recommendation - Pivot Podcast (Interview w/Inky Johnson) 4) Productivity Tip - When to make your "to-do" list To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjkmcleod and @helpmeunderstand_podcast...

Jul 16, 202219 minEp. 51

Episode 50 - "Consistency is not your problem"

JK shares context behind a recent post he made about his perspective that consistency may not be your main problem. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjkmcleod and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Jul 12, 202215 minEp. 50

Episode 48 - Paying It Forward Through Compassionate & Conscious Coaching w/Ren Jones

On today's episode, JK is chatting with Ren Jones. Ren is a fitness professional who specializes in coaching women through a compassionate and conscious approach. Listen in as Ren shares his story of how he has persevered through challenge, loss, and setbacks to now pay it forward in a way that impacts others in a very powerful way. To connect with Ren, find him on IG HERE and his website HERE . To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast...

May 13, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 48

Episode 47 - True Life: I Joined A Support Group

In today's episode, JK shares his perspective shift on people who join support groups, along with some takeaways from being in a support group for Dads. Link to blog post from Jay Skibbens referenced in the episode: https://www.divorcist.com/where-are-all-the-male-role-models/?fbclid=IwAR1IPUz2oEMPQ7eBsfT6Eel5R__US_N4spEJ57jOXyoR6oZpUEXVgAViYWc To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast...

May 07, 202221 minEp. 47

Episode 46 - "Legacy Lessons"

On today's episode, JK shares lessons learned from his Grandmother. This is an episode about loss, legacy, and learning. Dedicated to the memory and legacy of Leomia Moore. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Apr 28, 202220 minEp. 46

Episode 45 - "Standards vs. Expectations"

On today's episode, JK shares his perspective on the effectiveness of expectations vs the effectiveness of standards, and how they're communicated differently. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Apr 12, 202216 minEp. 45

Episode 44 - Building Nutritional Habits With A Values-Based Approach w/Gilllian Bennett

On today's episode, JK has a conversation with Nutrition Coach Gillian Bennett, Owner of Bite-Size Nutrition. Gillian shares her own origin story in the world of fitness and nutrition, going from bootcamp participant to competitor, food blogger, improv comedian, coach, and everything in between. Listen in as she talks about her approach to coaching based on values, and how she creates actionable tips designed to help you build healthy habits that last. To connect with Gillian, find her on IG at ...

Apr 05, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 44

Episode 43 - Conversation From The Frontline of Covid-19 w/Lauri Brown

On today's episode, JK has a conversation with Lauri Brown, a Respiratory Care Practitioner in a Critical Access Hospital. This is a multi-layered and introspective conversation about Lauri's journey into the medical field, her experiences in navigating through 2 years of a pandemic, and her perspective on how the public's perception of medical professionals has changed. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast...

Mar 18, 20221 hr 48 minEp. 43

Help Me Understand - Episode 42, "Staples For The Storm"

On today's episode, JK shares his perspective on what we can learn when we're stocking up on items for bad weather. Spolier alert: It all comes back to sustainability. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Feb 02, 20226 minEp. 42

Help Me Understand - Episode 41, "Daily Intentions"

On today's episode, JK shares his perspective on having one thing that you do with intention every single day. To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Jan 13, 202210 minEp. 41

Help Me Understand - Episode 40, "Resolutions...Do They Work?"

On today's episode, JK shares his perspective on resolutions, goals, and whether or not your 'start date' matters. Content mentioned: Varied Not Random (podcast) Mind Over Macros (podcast) Lie, Cheat, & Steal (podcast) Jay Skibbens (Instagram) To connect with JK, find him on IG at @coachjk_themusclefeed and @helpmeunderstand_podcast

Jan 02, 202223 minEp. 40

Help Me Understand Ep. 38 - The Intersection of Mental Health, Fitness, and Nutrition w/Joy Parrish, LPC

On today's episode, JK has a conversation with Joy Parrish about the intersection of mental health, fitness, and nutrition. As a Licensed Professional Counselor , and the co-host of multiple podcasts, including Girls Gone WOD, This Is Joy & Claire, and the On Your Marks Get Set Bake podcast, Joy brings a unique perspective to the table. Listen in as JK and Joy talk about the importance of educating both clients and coaches in the world of fitness and nutrition, mistakes they've both made alo...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 38

Episode 35 - A Conversation About Confidence w/Erica Lockett & Cori Strong

On today's episode, JK has a conversation with Cori Strong and Erica Lockett about confidence, including: What 'confidence' means to them, how they have grown in their own confidence, how they work to encourage their kids to be confident, and so much more. This is an insightful episode that truly embodies what the Help Me Understand Podcast is all about: Encouraging people to go beyond the surface, and explore the experiences and perspectives of people different than themselves. Both Erica and C...

Oct 05, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 35

Help Me Understand - Episode 34, "The Difference Between Who I Am and What I Am"

On today's first international episode of the podcast, JK has a conversation with Coach Dean Hammond of The Catalyst Project. As a father, husband, strength & conditioning coach, and Royal Army member based in the United Kingdom, Dean certainly wears many hats. Today, Dean sat down to go into great detail about the experiences that have helped shape and sculpt the person he is today, and who he will be in the future. This is a conversation that truly peels back layers that go far beyond the ...

Aug 29, 20211 hr 48 minEp. 34

Help Me Understand - Episode 33, The Origin Story of "Help Me Understand"

On today's episode, JK shares the backstory of the Help Me Understand Podcast, including where the phrase "Help me understand" came from, the philosophy behind choosing the topics/guests, and what happened the day he decided it was time to start using the podcasting platform. Also, make sure to listen to JK's appearance on the recent relaunch episode (#348) of the Girls Gone WOD Podcast , as this podcast was a major inspiration to him to start his own. CONNECT WITH JK - https://www.instagram.com...

Aug 27, 202136 minEp. 33

Help Me Understand - Episode 32, "Watch Your Mouth: Self-Talk"

On this week's episode, JK talks about the things we say to ourselves, and shares a tip on taking action when it comes to negative self-talk. CONNECT WITH JK - https://www.instagram.com/coachjk_themusclefeed/?hl=en AND FOLLOW THE PODCAST https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com

Aug 20, 202116 minEp. 32

Help Me Understand - Episode 31 - "Keeping It Real: Following Your Calling"

On this week's episode, JK talks about how it can feel when you're following your calling, chasing your passion, and working within your purpose. SPOILER ALERT: It's not all sunshine and rainbows. JK also shares a 4-step framework for setting yourself to work sustainably in your calling. --- Content mentioned on today's show: Health & Fitness Professionals Room (on the Clubhouse App) --- CONNECT WITH JK https://www.instagram.com/coachjk_themusclefeed/?hl=en AND FOLLOW THE PODCAST https://www...

Jul 28, 202117 minEp. 31

Help Me Understand - Episode 30, "Best/Worst Advice"

On this week's episode, JK talks about both the best and the worst advice he's been given. He also shares what it means to do an 'energy audit', and how it can help your personal development. --- Content mentioned on today's show: Be Well Cartel Podcast Gangster Capitalism Podcast --- CONNECT WITH JK https://www.instagram.com/coachjk_themusclefeed/?hl=en AND FOLLOW THE PODCAST https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com...

Jul 23, 202117 minEp. 30

Help Me Understand - Episode 29, "Sacrifice Required"

On today's episode, JK shares some perspective on what you need to sacrifice in order to achieve your goals, and how you may be misled to believe otherwise. CONNECT WITH JK https://www.instagram.com/coachjk_themusclefeed/?hl=en AND FOLLOW THE PODCAST https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com

Jul 16, 202114 minEp. 29

Help Me Understand - Episode 28, "My Journey From Serving in the Military to Serving Others" with Julie Noyes

In today's episode, JK has a conversation with Julie Noyes , Owner of Noyes Nutrition. During this conversation, you will hear about Julie's 12 years of service in the United States Army (including her story of what inspired her to enlist), her tough decision to transition into the civilian world, her time as a competitive bodybuilder, and her perspective on how those experiences have shaped who she is today as a coach for women. Throughout this episode, you're going to gain insight into Julie's...

May 19, 20211 hr 27 minEp. 28

Help Me Understand - Episode 27, "Perfection & Consistency"

Today's episode of the podcast is about perfection and consistency. JK specifically shares his perspective that while perfection and consistency are not the same thing, there may be a time and a place for both. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com Podcasts mentioned in today's episode: -Serendipity w/Inky Johnson -American Scandal -Brick Built Mindset Podcast w/Dom Dixon...

May 01, 202122 minEp. 27

Help Me Understand - Episode 26, "The Scouting Report"

On today's solo episode, JK talks about NFL Champion Tom Brady's scouting report in the 2000 NFL Draft, and how we can use it provide perspective on how we gauge strengths, weaknesses, and potential in not only ourselves, but also others. JK also talks about what it means to be a "system quarterback/employee", and how you can use that to your favor. In the second half of today's episode, JK shares his podcast recommendations from the past week. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podca...

Feb 06, 202126 minEp. 26

Help Me Understand - Episode 25, “Passion, Purpose, & Protest” w/Alexis Viele of Paper For The People

"Movements happen when the people come together" Today's episode of the podcast is a powerful one. JK has a conversation with Artist Alexis Viele, creator of 'Paper For The People'. Through her art, Alexis expresses her passion, her purpose, and her belief in the power of protest to effect change. Alexis shares her perspective on personal development, fighting for others, and believing in ones ability to make a difference. WIth pieces featuring Prince, Kurt Cobain, Eugene Goodman, Nipsey Hussle,...

Jan 30, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 25

Help Me Understand - Episode 24, “Mental Toughness”

When you hear the term "Mental toughness", what does it mean to you? What does it look like? Are you mentally tough? On today's episode of the podcast, JK shares his perspective on what mental toughness is, along with some feedback from others on what it means to them. To connect with JK and the Help Me Understand Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/helpmeunderstand_podcast/ or Email: helpmeunderstandpodcast.hmu@gmail.com This week's podcast recommendations: Revisionist History Cleared Hot No Stu...

Jan 24, 202119 minEp. 24
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