1565: Why Women Should Bulk

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01:50 - The benefits of eating in a calorie surplus to gain strength and muscle.
04:30 - The first ways women were marketed to get “curves.”
06:30 - The consequences of eating in a severe calorie deficit.
08:45 - Busting the “rat-race mindset” of eating a higher caloric diet to build muscle and promote a healthier metabolism.
17:38 - Why Women Should Bulk: The benefits that bulks provide and why they are so important to people who never do them.
20:39 - 1 - Fuel's muscle growth.
24:04 - 2 - Balance's out your hormones.
26:10 - 3 - Feel more energized.
28:45 - 4 - Increase's your strength.
30:25 - 5 - Encourages sustainable fat loss.
34:34 - 6 - Break away from the number on the scale.
38:06 - How to make your body a fat-burning machine.
41:42 - The Mind Pump formula how women should bulk.
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[@justsomelady8620]

I’m here because Natalie Bennet recommended this episode! I lift heavy(for me) twice a week and run 2-7 miles every other day with my dog. Maybe I should increase lifting frequency and up my calories. I’m 4ft 11inches and 130 lbs. I’m 41 and have given birth 5 times in the last 10 years. I’ve noticed I struggle with hormones. I’m trying to recomp my body to be more firm, not necessarily drop weight. It seems I’m your target audience for this topic! My husband runs ultras and is super supportive, so that helps.

[@martina08892]

I also came from her channel 😊

[@beloved7908]

Same! 💪I adore Natalie! ❤

[@kristenmorale3562]

Me three!!

[@bethanygreenwood8259]

I came here from her rec too! Love that this knowledge is being spread! 💛

[@jessicafrick6584]

As am I!

[@Madgamerdude2020]

Does anybody else go around spreading the good word of Mind Pump? I freaking LOVE these guys!! ❤😁

[@lucyzamora3246]

Totally, like a MindPump evangelist 😂

[@fsrsaa]

I do! These guys kick ass and I am rarely impressed.

[@chloeelise918]

I definitely do!

[@evelynsanchez7135]

Hi

[@imanziasarim325]

Me😍❤️

[@kristagendron5705]

This way of thinking/training has changed my life. I have just finished 4-weeks with a personal trainer. First thing he did was up my calories by 500+ a day. Then upped my protein. I have only lost 4lbs, but 2 dress sizes! I have over double all of my lifting weights. I have PCOS and have never seen results like these, so the hormonal balancing is having an effect too.

[@nickps2251]

Look into an animal based diet for your pcos

[@AlexisBii]

can you share what your height/weight and calories were before and after? I was at 1200 and looking to go up to 1400.... 500+ seems wild!! But I believe you!!

[@kristagendron5705]

I am 5'6". I was 235lbs when I started working with my trainer I was eating 1700-1800 calories. I had stopped loosing weight after dropping a bit. He made a guess out that my TDEE was close to 2700 calories (I do a lot of walking), so suggested I bump mine to 2300-2400 a day and see what happens. The benefits were immediate. More energy, better skin, better sleep. I lift heavy and it was like the inches were melting away. 3months in and my body is completely a different shape and I have still only lost 10lbs...but I am now 3 dress sizes down, can deadlift 100kg+. For macros, I am for 189g of protein a day and to stay around 2300cal.

[@josl1345]

@@kristagendron5705 That's so awesome! My brothers a trainer and he sent me this link. I want to drop 45-50...increasing my caloric intake sounded crazy to me at first. But perhaps not lol

[@marymccabe5829]

@@kristagendron5705 I guess I am so conditioned to think a certain way about calories that I have trouble wrapping my head around this

[@ericangeles2297]

I just sent this video to my wife and she just texted me back this: “That was the motivation I needed to get back in here. Fuck cutting. It’s bulking time 💪🏼”

[@voluptuousappetite327]

How is it going for her? 💪

[@satrn5496]

@@voluptuousappetite327 she's probably obese now

[@violaevavenczel8378]

As a woman, who has been trying to get into a healthy fit state for about 20 years now (I am 43 right now), watching this today, literally, is the moment, when I feel I am starting my new life... Right now, I feel, like I have just woken up from a long and terrible nightmare... Thank you for listening to your intuition on that day, in the morning, and decided to chat about this topic and make a podcast/discussion on it...!!

[@mcelweewife]

This is me!!! I just turned 42! How is it going for you?

[@livechangechallenge]

I’m so hooked to this channel now because I still have 75 pounds to lose (already 25 lbs down) and I now know that building muscle is the only way forward. So, I definitely need any help you can give 😁. I’m a 40 something product of a yo-yo diet culture and need to sort myself out. You guys have made this accessible to me so massive thanks for that 🙌

[@EthvnHill]

I’m a man watching this and I had a problem trying to do a bulk just because of fat gain but this is well needed for anyone trying to build muscle.

[@rubykrueger2297]

Natalie Bennet brought me here. 🩵

[@jessicac.-1197]

Same here!

[@AlwaysAnna77]

Me too! Super interesting and helpful information

[@laceyhoward2022]

Same😂

[@paddany2402]

Me too😂

[@livingoncloud1047]

I was “live coached” on the show recently and you guys gave me awesome advice about bulking. I’m a female football player and finished a bulk (gained 10 lbs) in March and have had such a hard time cutting the weight for my summer sports season - you guys suggested that instead of trying to lose the weight, just get my body used to performing at the new weight. This has been HUGE. Thanks guys!!!!!

[@mamavesna]

Hey from 40 yo mom of four, from Bosnia! I just found out olabout this video from Natalie Bennett! I needed this!❤

[@debbiedem4490]

That fact that you guys are sharing this info for free is such a blessing. You literally have no idea...

[@spookystoryz]

Yes! Can we normalize women bulking? So happy you guys spoke on this. Love the content, as always! Esp when you give advice to the ladies.

[@DiMill700]

“We made our wives bulk so they could give us sons”

[@ShoaibKhan-bz5qm]

Yes please - so much better than the skinny model standard set in the western road

[@FitGalAbi]

Well my Sunday just got 100 times better. I have been back and forth about whether or not I should bulk for summer... it’s a scary concept, especially for a female but I think this gave me the SIGN that I needed🤍 love you guys. Time for a STRONG summer.

[@marymccabe5829]

It is scary. I haven’t been able to lose belly fat and have been doing intermittent fasting. I may have been reducing my calories too much for a long time. Maybe time to bite the bullet and try bulking

[@maddt7329]

This podcast is my favorite podcast by far. I love that you guys address more than just the typical gym bros that most fitness influencers target their content to. You helped me get out of my disordered eating habits and taught me the importance of properly fueling my body. I hope you know just how many people this podcast is helping and for that I thank you❤️

[@marozmtz]

How is it that this video has only 523 likes while some other videos that do not teach us anything have like 1M- I am obsessed with listening to you guys ! You guys are putting all this great great knowledge out there it’s insane! It’s just incredible ! The 3 Musketeers !

[@christopherhood5887]

It is very difficult to stop a cut if you have been successful. To tell yourself that you have to eat more when you have lost body fat that you may have been carrying your whole life is scary. Even if it’s for a trial month, the only thing you think about is “what happens if I put the weight back on?” So you continue to cut and lift and do the same things that have worked so far. You think not of the new you but the old you. Tough barrier to break through.

[@Merdenoms]

Precisely!

[@NatalieLawrence]

I’d been eating two meals a day for years. I had lost weight but lockdowns meant I put it back on. Your podcasts, especially those explaining how metabolism is affected by chronic undereating encouraged me to eat one extra meal again, and Make sure the extra food was protein, not cake or sweets. I’m now in Phase 2 of MAPS Aesthetic, I look stronger and my metabolism is higher. I’ve lost nearly an inch around my waist. I’ve barely done any cardio. Thank you for your guidance, it’s been a challenge to my way of thinking, but I’m glad I made that change!

[@otuzuul77]

To do their program need to be a gym member? Or is it possible to do at home?? I have limited weights at home ...

[@lucyzamora3246]

Thank you Justin for the idea of this episode!!! I’ve finally overcome my fear of bulking and my body is completely different. I feel and look better than ever. I’m sharing this episode with all my besties because I know how intimidating it might seem and the way you explain it is so simple and straightforward. Thank you guys for all your amazing content!!

[@alinatarkhanian]

Re-watching this old episode as it has so many great points. I've been lifting for about 9 months. I haven't lost any weight on the scale but gained a decent amount of muscle. It's crazy cause I've gone down two sizes. I wish I knew this information 20 years ago. It would've saved me a lot of time, money and frustration.

[@lauracerva9716]

Thank you so much for this. Apparently we women have been doing this totally wrong. I have always strength-trained but always restricted calories. Looking forward to meeting protein requirements and eating carbs for energy while building muscle!

[@TH-il8mn]

Love bulking! It's just tough turning around into a cut because I love how I feel when I lift heavy. Cutting always means lifting less and feeling deprived of not just food, but also dem feelz.

[@dantosinferne]

I've never been big into fitness. But recently I've learned how great strength training is and the lifting community online helped me think about it in a better way. Started logging calories and weighing everything, started a beginner routine, and decided I wanted to try to bulk (recent surgery + lower-than-my-normal weight + wanting to build muscle meant it was easier for me to jump that mental hurdle of 'but i don't wanna get fat'). even with my low activity level (sedentary + 30min workout 3-4x a week), I found out I actually need to be eating at least 2100 calories JUST TO MAINTAIN. what the fuck?? I was sure my maintenance was closer to 1600-1800. Looking in the mirror, if I hadn't listened to lifters, I would have thought I needed to lose weight! Meaning I'd be trying to diet on something stupid like 1400 cals and put myself in starvation mode, likely failing and messing up my metabolism in the process. And I sure as shit wouldn't be eating enough protein. It's suddenly making sense to me. There's so much bad advice out there, telling people to cut way too deep without respect to metabolism. it's no wonder so many people struggle to lose weight! Ladies, before trying to cut, FIGURE OUT WHAT YOUR MAINTENANCE ACTUALLY IS and cut SLOW. take a week or two off every so often and eat back at your maintenance to help keep that metabolism healthy! don't rush it, that's the best way to KEEP a healthy body weight, not just achieve it! thanks for sharing this talk, good info discussed in an enjoyable way, and hopefully it'll help encourage more women to wake up to the power of strength training!

[@rebeccapeter8411]

Thank you SO MUCH for bringing in this conversation! Building muscle is critical to women's health (not to mention important for women looking how they want to these days). I'd love to hear more shows continuing this topic soon, especially with some women guests with perspectives on this.

[@yolandaGuy84]

Amazing! I'm a woman who has fallen trap to the restrictive dieting over cardio cycle. It is very refreshing and motivating to hear factual content of a different approach. All these facts to the why's are so clear, yet we have been told otherwise. Makes sense to want to consume more nutrients and have a stronger physique, yet we are told to cut, cut and cut! I'm blown away with this content, thank you for shifting some light for us woman! Love it!!!! You gentlemen are GEMS!

[@MFR10_]

My wife and I listen to all your episodes and love all the information! We’re all about strength training and body awareness.

[@analiliacasas5389]

Thank you so much value for us women 🙏🙏

[@samb694]

Thanks very much guys just sat my mum down for this whole podcast and you’ve convinced her to go on a bulk and consistently resistance train this winter, great information

[@maeganrae]

Ahhhh! Best fitness podcast out there no doubt! My workout never feels right if I'm not listening to an episode

[@TheEssentialReads]

My gym reopens after 7 months on Wednesday! I’m so excited to apply what you’ve taught me through the lockdown!

[@bjiffy10]

Woman here! And I bulked for 5 years. And just recently cut. Starting weight was 110 (2015), bulked to 145 (2020) Now I am 127(2021). Ladies if you are on the smaller side and want to add mass to your frames, then don't be afraid to bulk. and don't be afraid to lift heavy, especially for your upper body. don't be that girl who looks like a pear go for that hour glass shape. Delts, Whole Posterior chain, upper chest, Quads, and Triceps Focus on the key lifts. OHP SQUAT DEADLIFT and even CHINS/PULLUPS, PUSHUP/DIPS Hope this helps someone.

[@strawhelyperfectx]

I’m sorry I’m a beginner. I have a butt but my upper body doesn’t really give off that hourglass look to it. This is my second week and I’ve been trying to eat at a slight deficit about -300 calories than maintenance while weight training. I’m now more educated and am going to eat in a surplus to gain muscle. What were some of the exercises you recommended to give off that upper body hourglass shape I saw the recommendations you listed but your second paragraph I’m confused with?

[@shannonmorrissey3095]

After sitting under 10% body fat and dieting for years, finally in a bulk and already amazed how good my workouts and general health feels from the increased calories.

[@parkershoaf4292]

Great pod. In my opinion, this applies heavily to men as well. We see a lot of fitness people lean year round when in reality the best thing you can do is build your physique over time (bulk) and give yourself a physique to be proud of whenever you finally decide to cut. What’s the point in cutting to show a physique that has no muscle😬

[@amandaausten5548]

Best podcast ever. This needs to be the message, this is what it takes to get that look we all want! Reversing now and the change in energy has been absolutely life changing. Never will catch me eating sub 1500 calories ever again. We are so misled by media etc! That 1200 cal “less is better” culture is so harmful.

[@staceydi6787]

I appreciated this episode a ton! I'm a 29 F and have been lifting fairly consistently for almost 10 years. I've always had a small frame and was 103lbs at 19. I'm now 128lbs with a lot of muscle but I still (in my opinion) look too small and for years have wanted to gain more weight with a goal of 135lbs. I'm 5' 4". My biggest problem has always been my small appetite, so bulking is hard for me but I still try. I wish this episode delved into that side of women and bulking a bit - those who don't enjoy or have the capacity to eat a lot. I've looked and have never found that topic covered for women.

[@mychaubrikshavana6109]

So happy to have discovered you guys during the pandemic. I was a hard core runner and yoga studio person before the pandemic. Now I’m weight training at home and it’s amazing. I have so much more time at home with the kids now. I’ve been in maintenance, but I’m going on a bulk next then a cut. Thanks for the info, guys!

[@tempered_iron_406]

Listened to this episode this morning, and literally was able to share this information a couple hours later. It was super cool to be able give guidance to someone who had hit a plateau with their weightloss and wanted to know what else they could do

[@jwebb8398]

Discovered you guys a couple months ago and haven’t missed a podcast since! Thank you for the wisdom and entertainment! Subscribed and notifications- on!

[@blakemcclenny4914]

It's great how you guys turned a passion into a career. I look forward to every new episode. Thanks for the resource !

[@andr3a87014]

Loved this. Thanks so much for dedicating an episode to this topic. The history lesson about marketing curves to women was super interesting too. Awesome content - thank you!

[@michaelrosenfeld7217]

Been listening to the podcast for around 3 years so far, it's one of the best things I've ever found to listen to and learn from. Starting to get on that KZbin game to see the discussions happening live, it's great. Keep up the great work guys. @Sal, Adam, Justin, Doug.

[@amybertilacci2969]

This is the best one yet! This podcast is exactly what I needed for where I'm at right now.

[@colleensilvia1172]

This episode is on point. I hope this motivates more women to stop being a slave to the scale and fixating on a number. How do you feel? How do you look? Keep up with the awesome podcast and helpful information. Love you guys!

[@kathiecervantes1708]

So thankful I found this channel! Thanks for the wonderful information. 🙌🏼

[@Yeni6HI]

Thanks for talking about this subject today, I was thinking about cutting and I was getting ready to start tomorrow, But I better eat and go strong 💪🏼. I totally appreciate your job as a fan and follower for 2 years already 😘

[@HomeLM]

I needed to hear this today. I’m blown away right now.

[@cozzyskwish9439]

I love your show! I've just recently gotten into bulking and I am trying to figure it out so I was stoked to see you covering this topic for women. I have always been just naturally on the leaner side because I'm pretty active and have high metabolism. My goal though is to be strong and look strong and I didn't want my extra activity to cause me to lose muscle mass. I upped my protein a bunch and am eating more calories and more frequently during the day. I also started using whey powder in my morning smoothie. I was vegetarian for a long time and have only been eating meat for the last few years so it is a bit unusual for me to eat so much of it as an adult and my gut isn't used to it. I'm not sure if I'm eating too many calories or if I'm getting bloated from the whey (could have a milk allergy) or added meat, but I am getting some belly fat and bloat there that I don't want. I am fairly active so I may have bulked too fast and just need my hormones to balance out. Watching now. Thanks!

[@ARUZ68]

You guys make so much sense. SO MUCH SENSE!

[@nataliegaybartle]

Thank you sooo much 🤩 I love this post and agree with everything you mention ... I’ve noticed my strength gains whenever I increase my calories & this just reaffirms it all for me 💪

[@angelinencube9577]

So grateful for these guys to 🙏🏿. My life has changed for all the reasons mentioned.

[@tessmoore6137]

Ok I’m 54 and am all in!!! This chat has fueled me with facts not propaganda. So smart!!!! Thank you!!!

[@brookeweeks2435]

Thank you so much! This hit at just the right time for me!

[@Flipper35]

Nothing but great info from the Mind Pump crew every vid. I've been trying to convince a few female friends on why they should consider bulking. This is the evidence I needed. Thanks fellas!! 👍🏾💪🏾

[@hannajeggings9619]

I just took my measurements for the first time in a year... my quads are smaller than I wanted them to be :( TIME TO GET STRONGER AND BUILD THICKER TREE TRUNK QUADS. Love you guys so much! Sincerely a buff girl 😤😤😤

[@-mabe-1474]

This is a fabulous episode! Makes me feel great about my choice to start focusing on lifting heavy, body fat and not really caring what I weigh! Thanks guys!!

[@giselruiz2285]

I appreciate you guys and all your knowledge and wisdom. I even convinced my son to watch your channel and he loved it so much that he bought one of your online program.💪

[@lauraangulo1970]

My mindset has totally changed since I've started listen to you guys. I'd rather listen to you guys than music when I'm diving and at home

[@valeriamorales8728]

The strength gains during a calorie surplus are addicting! Always great information on this podcast

[@annabarclay4673]

exactly what I needed to hear!

[@karenbooty5475]

Love Mind Pump! I’m 48 and have been in the gym on and off for years! Finally really trying to lift heavier! Love you guys because I love learning! Started creatinine after your old podcast! Muscle for my body, mind, & health.

[@suzg1952]

Thanks for the podcast it was the motivation I needed. I'm determined to get off the low calorie yoyo and focus on strength gains. Just in time for gyms to reopen!

[@tracythompson5212]

Thanks Justin❤

[@ninafonseca1229]

I love this show! You explain complicated topics in ways that make them easy to understand. Your content is interesting and informative. You guys are great.

[@DrInnappropriate]

Loved this episode. Put it into practice almost immediately with a conversation I was having with my wife.

[@Avogadro602E21]

Shared this with the ladies (and dudes) who need to hear this! Keep it up guys.

[@katie405]

I love mind pump! I listen and watch all the time!😀

[@cjrausa6540]

Last night I was working out watching this episode on my Tablet. My wife came into the garage to let me know dinner was ready. I said, "babe come watch this!" She seen on me on the ground and asked me, "what the hell are you doing?" I said, "the Fat Girl Press." She gave me the look, slammed the door shut, locked the door, and the garage went dark. The garage light switch is turned on from inside my house. Thanks Mind Pump. Thanks.

[@nathanaelhall5756]

I have learned A LOT from listening to you guys! Thank you for the quality content. I'd love to have the Maps Strong program to get my wife started! ✊🏼💃🏻

[@trishaanne9890]

So helpful ☺️☺️thank you!

[@dominicthompson4509]

Always on point!!

[@BeautifulSilenc3]

I definitely needed this episode!! I have struggled with body image issues my whole life. I have been relatively healthy and fit until the pandemic. I’m a healthcare worker and I definitely used it as an excuse to let myself go. Now I’m using maps anabolic to to get myself back in shape! My goal is definitely to gain muscle so I will be experimenting with bulking next!

[@2old4allthis]

Did you do it? If so, how did it go?

[@nicolaballinger3706]

I always listen to mind pump podcast whilst at the gym training- number 1 way to train my body and my mind 💪🏻❤️ you guys motivate and educate, are super impactful and inspirational (quite funny too 😉) THANKYOU - ps I listened to this one twice!! X

[@CZ-qe2vt]

I needed to hear this.

[@TwiztidPixiel]

A lot of the "fitness" youtubers I watched never discussed speeding up metabolism. The focus was on eating as little as possible.

[@kristineruff9186]

I was ecstatic the first time I didn’t need my hubby to pick up the 40 lbs worth of charcoal briquettes at the store, or the big bag of dog food.

[@applesandoranges8079]

Great Podcast!!!

[@theshellest]

I have been on a bulk (for the first time ever) since listening to the muscle mommies podcast, but I still need alot of reminders that the weight gain is good and to keep going so this was very very helpful. I will say that it's been shocking how much my Squat, deadlift, hip thrust and Bench numbers have gone up. In 4 weeks I added almost 30lbs to my hip thrust weight. 15 to bench. My highest Squat was 120lbs, now the highest is 145. Same for deadlift. It's been wild. I also eat at least 140grams of protein FOR THE FIRST TIME IN EVER. (protein would hit 80g on a good day). The first thing I noticed with increasing protein was how full I felt.

[@sleepingrogue4130]

You got this! How much do you weight and what’s your height if you don’t mind me asking?

[@colleenmasterjohn2231]

Great content!

[@devonhermes4422]

The thing I always get hung up on with macro calculators is the activity level part. I do workout regularly - currently running Anabolic, but I also have a desk job so I'm always thrown off by do I choose sedentary or little activity...

[@mialee6923]

Shared the link to all my girlfriends and they loved this episode!!!

[@lauracarr1209]

Let’s eat all the good foods! It’s true, I love to eat. One of the things I love about working out is that I need to eat so much more. Being stronger is awesome too! Thanks for all the good content!

[@Bakhsh66]

Here because of Natalie bennet ❤

[@sleepingrogue4130]

It’s been two years but man, does this resonate with me. For years all I did was lose lose lose until a few weeks ago when I started feeling like literal crap at 5’6 and 140 lbs. Then I looked in the mirror and realized that I had virtually no muscle mass and I looked like a potato. I started eating at “maintenance” last week and was surprised to see that I lost half a pound that week because I had underestimated my maintenance. As soon as I figure that out, I plan on doing a small bulk to fill out these dinosaur arms and chicken calves.

[@jesusmontoya1854]

Hey guys I started listening mind pump at the beginning of this year (2021). I think you have value in your podcast.

[@Roblou123]

Love the podcast so much I watched an entire episode about why woman should bulk

[@viewfromhere57]

I tweak way too hard on these guys... such good info 💪

[@deniseschlosser1166]

Thank you! I'm excited about starting a bulk to gain more muscle and rev up my metabolism. I used the macro calculator you provided. Just a question...as long as I hit my protein daily goal, do the percentages of carbs and fats matter? I'm referring to carb tolerance levels.

[@Laur3n13]

Amazing episode guys, thank you so much for the information! Question, in your experience after your wives or clients do a bulk do they need to do a cutting phase afterwards? Or can they keep eating clean and training? All the information I have seen has been cutting kcal to lose weight, I'm strength training 5 days a week and ignoring my hunger cues and am SO tired all the time. Recently I've increased my kcal and already have noticed more energy and strength gains in the gym. Thank you for this episode! So many women need to hear this message.

[@PorscheMaria]

Superb 💪🏾

[@weesha85]

Great episode guys! I'm definitely going to try doing bulking. I'm working out from home, I have a some equipment at home to get started. Would it be ok to do the same lifts 3 times a week or do I need to mix it up each session? Eg. Just heavy squats, deadlifts, push press etc I'm going to buy Anabolic or Strong when funds allow but I really want to get started!

[@bluesky2648]

Ive been training 4-5 times a week and i ve recomped but i came to a point where I started to look too thin and my weight has been dropping and i dont like the way i look so im going to eat more even tho its a little scary bcos us the women attach so much to the weight on the scale but i have to bulk i just hope i dont get too much fat 🙏

[@colleenjohnson4108]

So maybe it was me that needed to hear this today.

[@claymonaro68]

Top show again lads

[@ZoeCuiM]

This is one of the more mind opening episode for me

[@priviligemaxe3771]

Love MP!!!

[@peaceanle]

I’m excited to bulk

[@salemassaf5958]

Great content guys love yall

[@dijhaallen]

You guys are the absolute best! I’m so happy I found this podcast. At the age of 41, I’m changing my fitness approach, in large part, due to what you’re teaching (in addition to a good friend who has been telling me this for a while). I’m a health coach who works with women, and I also manage my own chronic health condition (PCOS). I’m so excited to spread this knowledge with the women I work with as well as apply it to myself, and witness the transformations occur, both mentally and physically.

[@jasonfilion3509]

I'm just posting to get Maps Strong

[@bobaisbomb3818]

ok only 8k views??? damn we gotta help these guys out, spread the words! They got so much good information. BTW you know what would probably help?? Better cover photos for your podcast episodes!

[@unclejezza]

This is probably the finest and most valuable SINGLE Mindpump podcast you can watch. If you ever want to switch people onto this podcast, send them a link to this episode 😎