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Your podcast hosts, Pete and Gretchen, are in a battle that many people fight. They have weight and health issues that have become a pretty big (pun intended) problem. Join them as they share their stories as a husband and wife working together to find real results!
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Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
Episode 88 features an interview with Advanced Sommelier, new avid runner, and friend of Pete and Gretchen, Mike Matonte!
Pete goes this one solo. Gretchen will be back for episode 89 soon.
Mike’s story is so interesting. How does a guy from Florida that is a musician end up in Champaign-Urbana? Better yet, how does that move unlock a career in wine? The long journey is worth the wait!
Mike also is one of the first for Pete to coach as a runner. Mike’s progress is outstanding.
Finally, Mike is also the co-host with Pete for a new podcast – That Wine Pod. Go take a listen starting December 4th!
To connect with Mike, follow him on Instagram - @VinoMike.
Pete is now a certified running coach. (Contact him at pjdamico71@gmail.com if you would like to talk coaching. A more formal announcement is coming.)
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
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As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
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Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Episode 87 is all about that Beer & Bagel race recap.
After a bit of wine and the usual #viewsfromthecouch, Gretchen and Pete gush over This is Us and talk about their training. Spoiler alert – Gretchen still doesn’t like running.
From there, a detailed race recap really becomes a detailed trip recap about the time in Omaha. Great little city with too much good food. Weight gain. Ugh.
Pete’s Podcast Corner recommends an episode of Science Vs. A great podcast from Gimlet you should check out.
Pete is now a certified running coach. (Contact him at pjdamico71@gmail.com if you would like to talk coaching. A more formal announcement is coming.)
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
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Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
Wednesday Nov 06, 2019
Episode 86 is a big one. Well, at least for Pete and Gretchen.
This one starts out with no wine and the usual #viewsfromthecouch. Gretchen talks about her training and Pete tells her she’s running too fast. Since she doesn’t like running, getting done is really the goal.
Pete’s Podcast Corner recommends the new podcast from the Gomers – Perfect Movie. Go subscribe!
After a long conversation about this coming weekend’s races, Pete reveals his big news – he quit his job and doesn’t have another one. On purpose.
Pete is now a certified running coach. (Contact him at pjdamico71@gmail.com if you would like to talk coaching. A more formal announcement is coming.)
He is also going all-in on The No Fear Project and other podcast endeavors. This is a big step for the family and Gretchen gets emotional. It’s a real, raw discussion between a husband and wife. This is the authentic picture and the couple wants to share as much of life as they can.
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob, and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
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Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Episode 85 kicks off with Pete and Gretchen lamenting the echo in the basement once again. Does anyone really hear it besides them?
Then the real fun starts once the wine is flowing with an extended cut of #viewsfromthecouch. Gretchen talks training and what the plan is this winter. Not her plan, but her workout partner’s.
Pete fills us in on training and a bit of an injury. There is a return of Pete’s Podcast Corner. The fan outcry was so big that this will become a regular segment!
The big topic is a spoiler-ridden talk about the This Is Us storyline involving Kate and Toby. What happens when one partner loses weight and the other doesn’t? What about if they do it in secret right after having a baby? Gretchen and Pete give their insights into a very real situation.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
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Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Thursday Oct 10, 2019
Episode 84 sees the return of #viewsfromthecouch, including some This Is Us spoilers, so listen with caution.
Then Gretchen recaps her latest shot at a 5K PR. Pete ran too with Michaela in a stroller. Even Michaela got in the running spirit with her first official race – a 50-yard dash!
The echo the couple talks about doesn’t seem to come through in the finished product. If it sounds bad, let them know. But remember, it’s free.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Sunday Sep 29, 2019
Sunday Sep 29, 2019
Episode 83 is all about Gretchen’s 5K race recap. But wait! There’s a curveball and the race really gets in her head. What happens? Listen to this smaller-then-usual episode to find out!
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As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Sunday Sep 22, 2019
Sunday Sep 22, 2019
In what’s become an all-too-common theme, Pete & Gretchen are back after a brief hiatus. Gretchen’s #viewsfromthecouch will be back soon, but the couple concentrated on training in this episode.
Gretchen has faced some physical challenges. Is her race in a week on the line? Pete hasn’t had an easy time of it either. Is he throwing out his goal?
Pete opens up about his continued battle with depression. He talks about a link between processed sugar and depression, and how it is worse for me. Processed sugar, in this case, literally acts like a drug. Not a great cycle. How will he overcome?
Finally, the couple talks about the terrible Bill Maher take on fat-shaming. No surprise neither is happy with Mr. Maher’s take, but Pete is downright angry.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Monday Sep 02, 2019
Monday Sep 02, 2019
After a little break, Gretchen and Pete are back! This time Pete kicks off the first segment of the show with some insight on his guest visit with the Ten Junk Miles podcast crew. That episode will be out soon, so check it out!
He also let on why it has been a minute since they recorded, and it is all on Pete. He has been quietly and secretly working on a new podcast – The No Fear Project – and was pretty much consumed with it. Now that the cat is out of the bag, FMC is back and look for regular episodes again.
Then the show really starts with Gretchen’s #viewsfromthecouch and a training up. Spoiler alert – Gretchen has gotten fast. How does Pete feel about that? And why is he handed out unsolicited, likely wrong coaching advice? He’s a bit jealous! But really happy for her.
Pete updates his training a bit. More importantly, his eating is off track and he vows to fix it. Now.
Finally, the couple dives into a little about a DNA diet plan and the FDA’s approval of Allulose. Interesting stuff to close out the show.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Friday Aug 16, 2019
Friday Aug 16, 2019
Gretchen is back for episode 80! The episode kicks off with a big #viewsfromthecouch segment to get caught up. Then we get to hear all about Gretchen’s training. With no fear of spoiling anything, she isn’t thrilled with the plan still. Coach Andy’s plan is great, she just doesn’t want to do it. But wants the results. We can all dream.
Pete catches us up on training for his 5K PR attempt. Then he brings up a controversy with the new WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) Kurbo weight loss app aimed at kids 8 to 17 years of age. The couple discusses the obesity epidemic, the merits and dangers of the app, and what we can do to help kids get healthy.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Wednesday Aug 07, 2019
Wednesday Aug 07, 2019
Episode 79 is a long race weekend recap for Pete’s first 50K – the Stewart Tunnel 50K at the Badger Trail Races by Ten Junk Miles Racing. Spoiler alert – he made it!
Rob Bozovich is back as a guest co-host as Gretchen sits this one out. Fear not, she will be back this week!
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
As always, thank you to our patrons – Kristine, Amy, Julie, Linda, Rob and James!
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Also, consider becoming a patron by clicking the Patron button at: https://patron.podbean.com/fatmanchronicles. Pete & Gretchen can’t offer much, but the shout out, good karma, and appreciation will make your life better!
Get your FMC gear and swag at fatmanchronicles.com/shop.
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com