The Vitruvian Podcast

Join my Substack & Support the Channel: http://thevitruvian.co/Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenIn episode 90 of The Vitruvian Podcast, I sat down with Dru, also known as 'Drutang'. Dru is a self-declared liberty enthusiast, crypto participator, author, and a man who was a large part of my 'red pill' journey in the world of so called 'conspiracy'. In this episode we discuss his journey to the truth through waking up all the way to becoming a father and returning to Christ. I'm excited to hear your thoughts in the comments below.Follow Dru and his work:X: https://x.com/DrutangReborn

Join my Substack & Support the Channel: http://thevitruvian.co/Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenIn episode 89 of The Vitruvian Podcast, I sat down with Bam Lionheart founder of  @primalmovement  . Bam is a movement specialist, wild soul, and noble savage. He teaches movement freedom from a primal perspective, and is a man who truly lives the adventure, embodying his philosophy. I'm excited to hear your thoughts in the comments below.Follow Bam and his work:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@primalmovement⁩  IG: https://www.instagram.com/bam.lion/X: https://x.com/LionheartBam

Join my Substack & Support the Channel: http://thevitruvian.co/Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenYou can also purchase my friend Gabe's jewelry brand (the pendant shown in the podcast) here: https://aquari.store/ (This is not a paid promotion, I just believe in Gabe and his brand)In episode 88 of The Vitruvian Podcast, I sat down to discuss the importance of designing everything in your life, specifically the physical possessions and most importantly the items you interact with everyday.

In this episode I sat down with Paul Stobbs. aka  @uconspiracy  . Paul is most known for his theory that the "Nephilim Looked Like Clowns" and is the Author of the book with the same name, but Paul’s work spans across the so-called conspiracy or truth world, and he’s a veteran in the game, amassing over 80,000 subscribers on YouTube across a decade of work. Today we will cover Christianity, the Nephalem, BlackRock, Tartaria and the potential that Christ may have already returned. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenFollow Paul and his work:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uconspiracyIG: https://www.instagram.com/understandingconspiracy/Buy His Book: shorturl.at/7HKtAPodcast: open.spotify.com/show/64AlwdszCdpHFJY9SOZ54P?si=37f8a768d6124052

In this episode I sat down with Jacob Diaz. Jacob is a Naturopathic practitioner and purveyor of Truth, Debunking Germ theory, teaching terrain and aiding people in their healing journeys using the time tested tools BigPharma cannot patent and profit from. Jacob is well studied and intentional in his work in both his health consultancy, content, and podcast. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenFollow Jacob and his work:IG: https://www.instagram.com/undercovervirologist/Twitter: https://x.com/JacobDiazTheUVHealth Consulting: https://www.terrainuv.com/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CghucNNXaoFoMglEq0gpB?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=copy-link

In this episode I sat down with Jack of Faces. Jack is a face reading physiognomy expert and lifelong mystic. He is also a trained psychologist and behavioral therapist, so his knowledge spans across both the material and metaphysical. In this episode we went super deep on the spiritual, and examined my face to see what secrets it may be hiding. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenken Follow Jack and his work: Twitter: https://x.com/JackOfFaces

In this episode I sat down with Jonas Kilker is a graduate of philosophy from UCLA, an Actor, and Scholar–athlete who would make Plato proud. Jonas is a man I am proud to have become friends with since his appearance on this podcast in episode 31. Jonas is well studied deep thinker, I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenken Follow Jonas and his work: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonaskilker/ Twitter: https://x.com/JonasKilker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonaskilker

In this episode I sat down with Nolan Wilson. Nolan is a creative entrepreneur, scholar athlete, and wifi outlaw. He is the host of the 'The Art of Becoming Sovereign' Podcast (formerly The Tyro Experience), which I have appeared on previously, and a podcast showcasing the great stories and men of history, with an emphasis on strength, masculinity, and the frontier mindset. Nolan is a man of high character, and someone I’m glad to call a friend, I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenken Follow Nolan and his work: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nolanpwilson/ Twitter: https://x.com/nolanpwilson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NolanWilsonx/featured

In this episode I sat down with Chris Sutter. Chris is a creative entrepreneur and numerology wizard. Chris has traveled the world while building businesses online and shares interests in the areas of entrepreneurship, spirituality, lifestyle design, and more. We discuss Chris and his story, as well as my personal chart reading. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Message me on Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenken Follow Chris and his work:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissuttter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisSuttter

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In this episode I sat down with Jack Moses. Jack is a conscious entrepreneur, writer, athlete, and modern day warrior poet. Former collegiate football player turned digital nomad, Jack creates content, community, courses, and curated experiences to help people achieve freedom both external and internal. In his brief few years in The Arena, Jack has traveled the world while running businesses and creating art, and we share similar experiences and interests. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Join my Substack/Newsletter:http://thevitruvian.co/Get in touch with me in the comments or on:Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenkenFollow Jack and his work:https://jackmoses.co/Instagram & Twitter: jackmoses0

In this episode I sat down with Tim Matz, also known as Move-Like-Human. Tim is a multidisciplinary movement coach focused on empowering people to take responsibility for their health through effective and accessible education. Tim is also a Father, Husband, traditional bowhunter, and the leader of a worldwide community of over 170 thousand people re-learning traditional vital living in a push to return humans to their natural habitat, Nature, the healer, herself. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram & Twitter: @zdschenken Follow Tim and his work: https://www.timmatz.com/join https://www.instagram.com/move_like_human/

In this episode I spoke with Michael Holt. Michael is the founder of Savage & Saint Collective. Michael is a Holistic Health Expert and Masculine Vitality Specialist serving elite performers in the cultivation of vitality, depth of consciousness, and performance excellence. His extensive background in meditation, martial arts, western psychology, core shamanism, holistic health, and exercise science combine to form a unique mind-body framework that is trusted by top tier executives, founders, athletes, artists, and entertainers worldwide. A true renaissance man in his own right, this was an amazing first conversation with Michael. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Follow Michael and his work: https://savageandsaint.com/ https://www.instagram.com/savageandsaint/ https://www.youtube.com/@savageandsaint

In this episode I was actually hosted on a new friend Fooladi's podcast. After listening back to the episode, I knew I had to cross-upload for you guys here. It was cool to sit in the guest seat for a change, and cover a ton of different topics from purpose, mission, faith, God, The Demiurge, modern culture, and more. I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Follow Fooladi and his work: https://www.youtube.com/@fooladifitness/featured https://linktr.ee/FooladiFitness

In this episode I sat down with SolBrah A man who needs little introduction, Sol is an entrepreneur, athlete, and student of life sharing lessons and wisdom across his cult social media following. Sol has led from the front in the holistic or esoteric health awakening taking place over the last 4+ years creating content, products, and a community to elevate vitality and consciousness. Despite online controversy surrounding his unconventional lifestyle, Sol is a man who lives his message fully and I’m excited hear your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Follow Sol and his work: https://soldept.com/ https://www.instagram.com/solbrah/ https://twitter.com/SolBrah

In this episode I sat down with Gabriel aka Disco Orpheus. Gabriel is the man and the myth. He is a world traveling student of esotericism, sharing wisdom in the ongoing battle for God and against deception. Gabriel is knowledgeable across many realms of human endeavor, is a lifelong student, cult survivor, and proud NWO disrespector.Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Join my Substack/Newsletter: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Follow Gabriel and his work: https://www.instagram.com/disco_orpheus/ https://twitter.com/DiscoOrpheus https://www.youtube.com/@discoorpheus

In this episode I cover my reflections and updates on around 2 years in the arena of entrepreneurship. I go over my biggest lessons, where I could have made more/less progress in the same amount of time. There will be some specifics on online business and offer creation, but more so perspectives and mindset shifts that I think might be helpful for anyone looking to enter the arena and chase their dreams. Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Join my Substack/Newsletter:http://thevitruvian.co/Get in touch with me in the comments or on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with Bart K. Bart is an ambitious young entrepreneur in the holistic health space, and the founder of the Real Life Brotherhood. Bart has been traveling the world as a digital nomad for the past few years while building out a community of like minded men who are doing the same. Today we discuss: traveling young, building digital businesses, as well as his unique personal story. At only 23 years of age Bart has lived many lifetimes which he shares in what is hopefully a very inspiring episode for anyone wanting to make the leap to chase their dreams online. Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Follow substack/Newsletter:http://thevitruvian.co/Get in touch with me in the comments or on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenFollow Bart and his work:https://www.instagram.com/coachbartk/

In this episode I open up about my 5 year battle with disordered eating, both bingeing and purging. No one knew about this until now. I hope whoever needs to see this does, and I want you to know that you got this. Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Follow substack/Newsletter:http://thevitruvian.co/Get in touch with me in the comments or on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with my friend Jackson to discuss his near death experience and path to holistic health coaching. Jackson is a world traveling wizard, mobility and vitality specialist, and creative entrepreneur helping make a more vital world through holistic coaching and content creation. Not only is Jackson doing important work, but his personal story is powerful and almost mythological at times. Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy. Follow substack: http://thevitruvian.co/ Get in touch with me in the comments or on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Follow Jackson and his work: https://www.instagram.com/supernal_era/

In this episode I discuss my first time taking Psilocybin mushrooms. This was done in a facilitated experience hosted by my friend James Xander. You will remember James from E52 of the podcast, and almost a year later, I am back in Bali and finally felt called to take this step in my journey.The podcast is audio-only, and cross uploaded from James Podcast, The James Xander Trip. The podcast consists of two halves, the first half before the experience going over my why and intentions for the journey and the second half takes place immediately after the next morning to go over how things went.Comment below your thoughts, and I hope you enjoy.Join the community here:http://thevitruvian.club/Book a call with me:https://calendly.com/zachschenken/1-1-discoveryGet in touch with me in the comments or on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenFollow James and his work:https://www.youtube.com/@emperorjameshttps://twitter.com/emperorjameshttps://www.instagram.com/emperorjames/

In this episode I answer the same 23 questions I do every year for my birthday, this time for my 25th.I began this process on my 22nd birthday, inspired by some videos online where they interviewed celebrities each year on their birthdays to see how their answers evolved over time. This is a practice that I greatly enjoy, and encourage you to experiment with in your own life. The questions are below in case you would like to do the same:1. What is your name?2. What is the first thing you did when you woke up this morning?3. What’s a positive thing in the news right now?4. How did you spend your birthday?5. Favorite artist right now?6. Favorite purchase you made this year?7. Favorite trip you took this last year?8. Best book you read this year?9. Favorite new habit/routine/experience from this year?10. What is the biggest thing happening in your career right now?11. What is a fear you have right now?12. Do you feel like you are more, or less creative than last year?13. Are you more confident this year compared to last?14. Biggest accomplishment from this past year?15. Favorite new person you met this year?16. Who is someone you miss?17. If you could go back one year, what would you do differently?18. Are you in a relationship right now?19. What is one thing you could be doing better right now?20. What is a piece of advice that 50-year-old- you would give to current-you right now?21. Who is your best friend?22. What is a mistake you made this last year?23. Where will you be 1 year from now?Join the community and download your DaVinci Blueprint here:http://thevitruvian.club/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down to walk through The DaVinci Blueprint, a life Architecture document. The most common question I receive regularly is along the lines of 'How do I find my purpose?'. Without being able to coach every single person 1:1, I wanted to create a resource for people to start that process on their own. This document is a distillation of my 12-week self-mastery program (found in my community) In this episode I discuss:- Assessing who you are and want to become- Uncovering your unique advantages and position of unfair leverage- Defining the vision for your life- The power of God and the subconscious mind... and moreJoin the community and download your DaVinci Blueprint here:http://thevitruvian.club/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with Harry James. Harry is an entrepreneur, Youtuber, world traveler, and role model to thousands of men around the world, empowering men with hair loss through storytelling, vulnerability, authenticity and community.In this episode we discuss: - The orgins of BaldCafe - Traveling the world - Leaning into discomfort - What women ACTUALLY find attractive ... and more Follow Harry and his work: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Baldcafe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baldcafe/ Follow Me and message with your thoughts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I (stood with) Case Bradford. Case is a Warrior Poet, Scholar Athlete, and dare I say Philosopher King. Case is on a mission to make a more vital world through training, nutrition, and a tasteful amount of sarcasm along the way. In this episode we discuss:- The plastic cutting board & the midwit mind- Having a silly goose time // Case as the trickster- Descending from Conquerors and Kings- Integrating the shadow to kill your lower self- Is there hope for a vital future?... and moreFollow Case and his work:Twitter: https://twitter.com/casbradInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/casebradford/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down to talk about dealing with imposter syndrome. This is something that everyone on any path of self-mastery, entrepreneurship, or the like deals with or will on their journey. I have personally dealt with this (and still do) and it continues to be a major subject of discussion when I speak with clients, friends, and really anyone 'In The Arena' as I say. I felt like it was worth opening the discussion up, sharing my thoughts, and some helpful thoughts and frameworks I have developed. In this episode we discuss:- Imposter syndrome vs Identity lag- How I personally deal with the feelings of doubt- Proving yourself right, and haters wrong- 2 actionable tactics to use when imposter syndrome comes up... and moreFollow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with Arlin Moore. Arlin is an Artist, athlete, and entrepreneur who has had a profound impact on my journey, and the lives of thousands of other young ambitious minds. From humble college vlogs to traveling the world with 7 and 8 figure entrepreneurs, Arlin is focused on creating art, scaling businesses, and raising the collective consciousness along the way. In this episode we discuss:- How to balance creating art and making money- How Alfred Hitchcock would use TikTok- The Yoga of Jesus- Arlin's most current view of God... and moreFollow Arlin and his work:https://www.youtube.com/@ArlinMoorehttps://www.instagram.com/arlin/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenSpecial Thanks to Savannah and the team at Moss Venice for hosting us. If you are in the Venice, California area looking for a beautiful space to host podcast or work from, you can learn more following these links:https://www.mossvenice.com/https://www.instagram.com/mossvenice/

In this episode I sat down with Nate Lawrence. Nate is a student of Bioenergetics, a Ray Peat enthusiast, a clear thinker, and young philosopher in his own right. In this episode we discuss:- Nate's origin story and health crisis- How metabolism is a metaphor for the mission- The Philosophical side of bioenergetics- Why listening to your intuition is rational- Is energy truly everything?... and moreFollow Nate and his work:https://www.youtube.com/@natelawrencegchttps://twitter.com/natelawrence_Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with J.B. Copeland. J.B. is a creative entrepreneur, storyteller, and former collegiate athlete. But you know J.B. for his social media takeover, sharing his story of battling with and defeating addiction, and healing the wounds necessary to do so. J.B. leads from the front with vulnerability and authenticity and his strength on camera doesn’t come from acting classes. In this episode we discuss:- Why J.B. isn't defined by his past- How to listen to your intuition in a world of overthinking- Leaning into the Mystery and having faith in God's plan- What is J.B. 'Still figuring out'?... and moreFollow J.B. and his work:https://www.youtube.com/@JBCopelandhttps://www.instagram.com/jb_copeland/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with Riva Melissa Tez. Easily the hardest guests I've had to summarize in an introduction, Riva has lived many lives in one. Riva is a toy store magnate turned Venture Capitalist, Angel Investor, freedom maximalist, reformed trans-humanist, beauty enthusiast, reader, writer, and the list goes on. At the root of it all Riva is a clear thinker, curious learner, and fascinating mind. I’m beyond grateful for our conversation. In this episode we discuss:- How to avoid the BlackPill- Screenwriting with Mike Ma- The scam of formal education- Finding beauty and magic in the mundane- Why consciousness doesn't come from the mind... and moreFollow Riva and her work:https://twitter.com/rivatezhttps://www.instagram.com/rivatezhttps://www.hardtowrite.com/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down with Brian Kimpson. Brian is an artist, athlete, entrepreneur and host of The Intent podcast, a podcast focused on empowering people to live a more meaningful life through the expansion of awareness and consciousness. The Intent aims to shift the paradigm through inquiry into spirituality, optimal living, and self-development. In this episode we discuss:- The single biggest tool for self-mastery- How to make Meditation work for you- Boundary setting- The magic of the creator economy... and moreFollow Brian and his work:https://www.instagram.com/briankimpson/https://twitter.com/BrianKimpsonhttps://www.etsy.com/shop/oraclegoodsshop/?etsrc=sdtFollow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I discuss my story with alcohol, going from sober to fraternity degenerate and back to fully sober. I talk about:- My first time getting drunk- How to deal with the social pressures of alcohol- Is drinking 'fun' or cope?- Why I think people drink in general- Approaching girls sober... and moreFollow Me and message with your thoughts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenkenTwitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with Cody Adams and Lindsay Keane. Cody and Lindsay are two young men I am proud to call good friends, despite having met just 42 short days before this episode. Cody and Lindsay began their journey as Tradesmen from the Gold Coast of Australia and in the last year have greatly transformed themselves, discarding vices, and doubling down on personal development and discipline and now are inspiring others to do the same on their Youtube channel The Keane & Codes show. The last month adventuring together was been incredible and I am excited to dive into all of that as well as their stories. In this episode we discuss:- How to break out of the toxic cycle of drinking & drugs- Leaving home to chase the dream - Why Self-Love is the answer to finding discipline- Being 'extreme' and saying No to opportunities- YouTube Boxing & fighting Jack Hopkins ... and moreFollow Cody & Lindsay:https://www.instagram.com/_codyadams/https://www.instagram.com/lindsayykeane/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with Maggie Moon. Maggie is a Spinal Energetics and Nutrition Therapy Practitioner focused on helping people dissolve trauma, anxiety, pain and stress trapped in the body using Nervous System Repatterning. On top of this work Maggie is an empathetic healer focused on doing good, spreading love, and being of service with her content and message. In this episode we discuss:- Why western medicine is broken- Being a People Pleaser & Good Girl Conditioning- Combining Health & Spirituality- Healing Attachment Wounds in a Relationship- The problem with Feminism & RedPill... and moreFollow Maggie:https://www.instagram.com/maggiemooon/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with George Armstrong. George is the founder of Physique Academy, a worldwide transformation organization focused on changing men from the inside out. George is not only an impressive operator and businessman, but a savage athlete and empathetic communicator with a powerful story to share In this episode we discuss:- Substance abuse and rock bottom- Leaving pro-bodybuilding due to injury- Entreprenuership as modern-day war- Losing his brother to suicide- Abusing training as a form of escape- Healing emotional wounds... and moreFollow George:https://www.instagram.com/georgearmstrong/https://www.instagram.com/physiqacademy/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with Qasim Ackrim. Qasim is a 20 year old entrepreneur from the UK and founder of creativescale.io and winnerscircle.io. Qasim began his journey with an Ecommerce Marketing Agency at the age of just 17 and in just a short few years scaled his past $50k per month, while also teaching his unique style of agency scaling to other ambitious entrepreneurs. Outside of his entrepreneurial success, Qasim has undergone a massive personal journey, taking leaps in his personal development over the last year, a passion he also shares with his audience. In this episode we discuss:- Leaving home at 18 for Dubai- Mastering your mindset to make money- 5 ways to shift your mindset towards abundance- How to live in a beautiful state... and moreFollow Qasim:https://www.youtube.com/@QasimAckrimhttps://www.instagram.com/qasim.ackrim/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken\

In this episode I sat down for with Khoa Tran. Khao is master of acquisition, positioning, leverage, and a well tuned business mind. He has helped clients scale 6 and 7 figure businesses with his eyes set on 100 million plus. On top of his business acumen, he has a philosophical and spiritual perspective on life and shares in my focus on the value of our time here with Memento Mori penned in ink on his arm as well. In this episode we discuss:- Overcoming social anxiety- Dating as a high-achieving entrepreneur- How to measure personal success- Business spirituality- Why death changes life... and moreFollow Khoa:https://www.instagram.com/khoatrn/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with James Xander. James is a cosmonaut of human consciousness, self-declared shroom wizard, and the host of The James Xander Trip, a podcast focused on consciousness, spirit, and mind through the lens of psychedelics. James is also a new friend and one of my first connections made in Bali, and our conversation was excellent. In this episode we discuss:- How James discovered psychedelics- Experiences with LSD, DMT, and mushrooms- Manifestation, reality creation, and the nature of reality- The 1 Billion Humans mission: a mission to unite the planet with the help of psychedelics.... and moreFollow James:https://www.instagram.com/emperorjames/https://jamesxandertrip.com/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for with Jake Kent. Jake is a master of persuasion and influence with many years of experience studying the art of sales, closing, human psychology, and much more. Jake shares my breadth of interests and varying rabbit holes that have formed his view on the world. On top of that Jake has an extremely powerful personal story that has created the man you hear today. In this episode we discuss:- Beating drug and alcohol addiction- Losing friends to suicide- Why manipulation is a good thing- The art of sales and pre-influence- Money as a form of energy... and moreFollow Jake:https://www.instagram.com/jacob_t_kent/Follow Me and message with your thoughts:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I sat down for my 50th podcast! It's been an amazing journey so far and I feel unbelievably grateful for it all. Very surreal for me to have reached this milestone already, and each one of you is a huge part of me getting to this point. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Excited for the next 50 and the next 500 after that. In this episode I discuss:- Life updates and the Bali trip- The #1 trait I have built/used as an entreprenuer- What am I fighting for?- What would I tell my younger self?- What is my favorite quote of all time?... and moreFollow Me and shoot me a DM!:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I was joined once again by Fury. Fury is best known for his philosophical and cosmological takes running the twitter account HOOAFury, but that is just the side which we are privileged to see. Fury has lived a life of stories to tell, and his perspective on life and the world has been earned in the field. A true Renaissance man in the classical sense Fury is a polyglot, engineer, vagabond, and adventurer. In this episode we cover:- Creating your own call to adventure- Reality as an illusion of the mind- Tribalism and the importance of names- The antidote to the fall of the west... and moreMessage me or Fury with your thoughtsFollow Fury & his work:https://twitter.com/HooaFuryhttps://www.instagram.com/thehooafury/Follow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I was joined once again by Pat Moise. Pat is an extremely unique individual. Among many things, Pat is a master of detoxification, mindset, lifestyle, spiritual, and mystical training and has spent over 15 years exploring the deep wisdom and gnosis of our universe developing frameworks, methodologies, and technologies for navigating reality. In this episode we cover:- Sexual Abuse within the Church- Is history real?- God vs A.I.- How to build and esoteric library... and moreMessage me or Pat with your thoughtsFollow Pat & his work:https://twitter.com/realPatMoisehttps://eastofedencoaching.com/Follow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I was joined once again by Spencer Fried. Spencer is a mens health advocate, fitness trainer, mindset coach and master of transformations. Spencer is someone who has a deep passion for his work and the men that he works with. He has an incredible comeback story and found tremendous meaning in the gym. In this episode we cover:- Breaking out of addiction- Why society seems to be in decline- Why men need rites of passage- The secret ingredient to a fulfilling life... and moreMessage me or Spencer with your thoughtsFollow Spencer & his work:https://www.instagram.com/spencerdylan/https://u6mr9acxjdp.typeform.com/to/fsFyBLeE?typeform-source=l.instagram.comFollow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I was joined once again by Vance Elrod. Vance has been competing in combat sports and MMA for over a decade and has secured both Bantamweight and Lightweight world titles. He is also an avid researcher of human performance and the founder of Meraki medicinal a holistic performance supplement company. In this episode we cover:- Programming the Unconscious Mind- Keeping a chip on your shoulder- Is fighting physical or mental?- How to bounce back after massive losses in life... and moreMessage me or Vance with your thoughtsFollow Vance & his work:https://twitter.com/VanceEhttps://www.instagram.com/vancefc/https://www.merakimedicinal.com/Follow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I was joined once again by Noah Ryan. Noah is an scientifically literate athlete scholar continuing to make waves in the human performance and health space. Noah travels the world growing health brands and sharing his learnings, research, and schizo health takes with the world to learn from. This will be part two of our conversation from episode 26, which I recommend highly. In this episode we cover:- The optimal lifestyle- The best way to find what you want to do- Why ADHD is a superpower- How to grow organically on Social Media... and moreMessage me or Noah with your thoughtsFollow Noah & his work:https://twitter.com/NoahRyanCohttps://www.instagram.com/noahryanco/Follow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken

In this episode I discuss the last year, new branding, and visions for the future. I go into what it took to write The Vitruvian Manifesto including some of the works that inspired it. Excited for what's to come, I hope you enjoy. Check out the new website here: www.thevitruvian.co Message me with your thoughts: Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zdschenken/

In this episode I sat down with Mike Lucchesi. Mike is a teacher, yoga instructor, Brazilian Jui-jitsu practitioner, entrepreneur, and host of The Hueristic Podcast, which I had the pleasure of being on a few months back. Today will be part two of that conversation and an opportunity to learn more about Mike and his views on life, business, spirituality, family, and more. In the episode we cover: - Why I am reading the Bible, and who is God?- Bitcoin ups and downs- What has changed since becoming an expecting father- Why money isn't everything- The single most important ingredient to a happy life... and more Message me or Mike with your thoughtsMemento Mori - ZachFollow Mike & his work:https://twitter.com/MichaelLucchesihttps://open.spotify.com/show/6t8wrW9s5dWIVKZyWMc2pj?si=75d566ec5e5b414eFollow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruviangentleman/

In this episode I sat down with Abbie Jean. Abbie is an entrepreneur, writer, student of health science, and women's physical and mental health advocate primarily focused on helping young women navigate the evolving landscape of social media. In the episode we cover:- Why she cares so much about Social Media - Why the education system is broken- Bullying and feeling not seen- How to avoid a life of regret- The future of technology for us and our kids... and moreMessage me or Abbie with your thoughtsMemento Mori - ZachFollow Abbie & her work:https://twitter.com/abbiejeannxhttps://linktr.ee/abbiejeannxhttps://www.youtube.com/@AbbieJeanFollow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruviangentleman/

In this episode I sat down with HomerHelios. Homer is a creative entrepreneur, athlete, and solar health advocate who is well versed in philosophy, spiritualism, and strength training. You know him best for his work in aesthetics and storytelling on Instagram and I got to go a bit deeper with the man behind the physique. In the episode we cover:- His origin- Being jacked & tan- World travel and the matrix- The power of meditation and perspective- Fighting holy war and why Lizzo is indeed fat... and moreMessage me or Homer with your thoughtsMemento Mori - ZachFollow Homer & his work:https://www.instagram.com/homerhelios/https://twitter.com/homerheliosFollow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruviangentleman/

In this episode I sat down with David Cecchini. David is an outdoorsman, fitness & men’s health advocate, Self reliance strategist, seeker of ancient wisdom, and a renaissance man in my eyes. On top of that he’s a really high character guy with an amazing story to share. In the episode we cover:- Getting arrested and serving time- Being forced to drop out of college- Choosing love over the cynicism- Finding purpose and meaning in the wild... and moreMessage me or David with your thoughtsMemento Mori - ZachFollow David & his work:https://www.instagram.com/davececchini/Follow Me:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenkenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruviangentleman/