Fonzy's Philosophy: Recent Episodes

Michael Fontana

An honest look at all things from spirituality, meditation, sports and lifestyle. A chance to enhance perspective and analysis on life and practice. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mike-fontana/support

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Just got back from watching Top Gun: Maverick.  Two thumbs way up.  Go see it and message me if you want to deep dive the film.  Spoiler alert as well.  


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In this episode, I dissect the AFC and NFC Championship Games and the drama that filled households on Sunday afternoon.  I was hoping to have a guest, but I have detailed notes and analysis on both games.


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In this episode, I take a moment to breathe and talk about the AFC Divisional Playoff Game between the Chiefs and the Bills.  I have to come down from an emotional high of one of the greatest games I have watched in the past 5 years.


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In this episode, I discuss how I was allowed to go back to work, only to have a new hurdle to climb.  I injured my elbow, and I invite a special guest to talk about the injury and my recovery.


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In this episode, I discuss my attempts to get cleared to get back to work and how at first I was troubled with my time off, but have relaxed and learned to enjoy the extra chance to recharge.

I further discuss 2 books I have read/ listened to recently:

Under and Alone

Born Standing Up


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In this episode, I discuss my recent trip to Joshua Tree as I went back to the Morongo Basin to watch the Battle of the Bell and ran into a few people on my journey.


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On this episode, I discuss my recent fitness competition and medical situation.  I also discuss the ability to pivot and how we need to be more mailable to change. 


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In this episode, I discuss a few books I was reading and how the lack of communication and repetition of patterns only holds back the growth for individuals and the world itself.

America on Fire

Talking to Strangers

The Bomber Mafia


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In this episode, I discuss a recent blog I am writing and I talk about the importance of perspective and how it shapes all that we interact with more and more each day.

Travels with Remo


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In this episode, I discuss the Super Blood Moon Eclipse that happened on 5/25 and my view of Game of Thrones because I finally watched the series and have a different take on the ending of the show.


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I take a quick look at the takeaways from the NFL draft; the teams that did well and the teams that surprised.  Some quick thoughts about draft picks and a thought on the betting lines and win totals.


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Reaction to the first round of the 2021 draft.  Picks that made sense and that were solid and some talk about the Rodgers situation in Green Bay.  The second half is me reacting live to picks 1 - 5 last night.


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An upcoming look at draft day 8 hours prior to the first pick is selected.  I offer some insight on what teams should do, and a new theory in regards to the Carolina Panther's trade of Teddy Bridgewater to the Denver Broncos.


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An impromptu and objective look at the New York Yankees as the 2021 season begins.


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What do we think of the new QB shuffle? What does that mean for the draft? I discuss that, the Sam Darnold trade and briefly touch on the Deshaun Watson situation in Texas.

I also have links to my latest blog post and to some draft resources to check out.

Mock Draft 1

Mock Draft 2

The Enlightenment of the Modern Man

I Knew It When I Saw The Dog


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I have a quick podcast update about future shows and I discuss what I feel are the top 10 QB situations for the next 5 years and the top 10 teams heading into the NFL draft. Please feel free to interact and respond. I also share links to my book so you can purchase it.

https://store.bookbaby.com/bookshop/book/index.aspx?bookURL=I-Knew-It-When-I-Saw-The-Dog

https://www.amazon.com/Knew-When-Saw-Dog-Encounter-ebook/dp/B08TKG61P7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2I8BRKV1TRZK3&dchild=1&keywords=i+knew+it+when+i+saw+the+dog+michael+fontana&qid=1615175931&sprefix=i+knew+it+when+I+sa%2Caps%2C208&sr=8-1


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On this Super Bowl Sunday, I sit down to quickly discuss some of the lessons learned and thought from my book and then I dive into a correlation between both of the quarterbacks in Super Bowl 55. It is crazy to think that we might see, for the first and last time only, the passing of the torch from the generation GOAT QB to the next.

https://www.facebook.com/FonzyArchAngel

https://www.amazon.com/Knew-When-Saw-Dog-Encounter-ebook/dp/B08TKG61P7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=Y1O38VTGZZ4K&dchild=1&keywords=i+knew+it+when+i+saw+the+dog+michael+fontana&qid=1612730933&sprefix=I+Knew+It+When+I+%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-1

https://store.bookbaby.com/bookshop/book/index.aspx?bookURL=I-Knew-It-When-I-Saw-The-Dog

https://theevolutionofthemodernman.blogspot.com/


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The start of 2021; let's think about where we were and how we can move forward.  All is moving forward in a beautiful direction towards healing, love and light.  I also discuss the process of my book and link an excerpt as well as discuss Jay Shetty and his podcast.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbV60AGIHKz2xIGvbk0LLvg 

https://theevolutionofthemodernman.blogspot.com/2021/01/book-preview-clip-of-introduction.html 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdVjVtpr55M&list=RDgdVjVtpr55M&start_radio=1 


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This is a moment of great change and to look at the energy you create and what you attract into your life. I discuss books by Cyndi Dale and Vishen Lakhiani and how they help to focus personal growth and healing.

https://www.amazon.com/Code-Extraordinary-Mind-Unconventional-Redefine/dp/0593135822/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KUGXZHHFEUEI&dchild=1&keywords=the+code+of+the+extraordinary+mind+by+vishen+lakhiani&qid=1603660170&sprefix=the+code+%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Energetic-Boundaries-Stay-Protected-Connected/dp/1604075619/ref=sr_1_3?crid=26PDL4XAMLYIS&dchild=1&keywords=energetic+boundaries+cyndi+dale&qid=1603660445&sprefix=energetic+bou%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-3


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What are the adjustments you have made during this time?  Do you want to go back to "the way it was?" Or do you see this as a point to move forward?


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In this episode I discuss the nature of truth and how we lie to ourselves most often.  That truth then infiltrates all of our relationships and decisions each and every day.  


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In this episode, I interview and talk with Ami Davis, the founder of The Acadami.  The Acadami is a development consulting company to put it briefly. She consults and does professional development for schools and law enforcement (LGBTQ, Self Care, Trauma). Acadami Fitness is a personal wellness program within The Acadami.  

www.theacadami.com

www.instagram.com/ami_r_davis

www.facebook.com/amidavis.theacadami

www.mytransphormationstartstoday.com/ami


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I discuss my move to Las Vegas and discuss my book that I am writing and plan to publish by the end of the year.


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In this interview, I speak with renowned pitching coach Jack Carter.  Coach Carter has a high volume of students ranging from ages 8 - 19, even some division 1 college and pro prospects.  He focuses on specific movement and skill acquisition to help students understand how their body moves in the pitching sequence.  This interview discusses this process and some of the elements of the training book we are creating.


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In this episode, TJ and I discuss the mess that Major League Baseball has put themselves into and the hopeful possibility that they will play this season as well as some of the thoughts on team and season outlooks.  


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TJ and I discuss the return of the NBA and some small college football talk with Tim Stanford.  We are all excited about the return of sports, and how we, as a communal society, miss the camaraderie and connection that we need with other people, and how the return of sports can bring that back.  


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In this episode, TJ and I continue our sports conversations as we interview Tim Stanford, Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach at 29 Palms High School.  Coach Stanford has an overall record of 327 - 125 in his career as the head coach, with multiple league titles and playoff appearances.  

https://www.maxpreps.com/high-schools/twentynine-palms-wildcats-(twentynine-palms,ca)/girls-basketball/records/game_history.htm 


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In this episode, I talk with the new 29 Palms High School Football Coach, TJ Stanford.  We discuss about his vision for the team and some of his background.  Hope you enjoy it.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/29-wildcat-football-new-year-new-look?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/29wildcatfootball 

https://www.facebook.com/tj.stanford.520 

www.cif.org 

Twitter @CoachStanford29

http://www.29wildcats.com/ 


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In this episode, I talk about the basis of supplementation and how anyone should look at the need of a supplement within a nutritional program.  Supplements are there to fill in the gaps in our diets and aid in what we lack from whole foods.  I also give my recommendations for the 3 supplements that can help anyone no matter what their goals are and links to the products that I use frequently.  Please message me with any questions.

Essential Stack

https://1stphorm.com/products/the-essential-stack/?a_aid=Mfontana 

Post Workout Stack

https://1stphorm.com/products/post-workout-stack/?a_aid=Mfontana 

Full Mega

https://1stphorm.com/products/full-mega/?a_aid=Mfontana 


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In this episode, I talk about the power of thought and the Law of Attraction - the teachings of Abraham Hicks. I want you to know that your thoughts to create your reality and how you can attune them to attract what you want to come into your life and manifest your desires.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RZ8n86CmJg

https://www.amazon.com/Law-Attraction-Basics-Teachings-Abraham/dp/B000IZJ08K/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+law+of+attraction&qid=1589759166&sr=8-3


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I want to discuss the importance of proper intake of macro and micronutrients in the body.  How they are broken down and how the body needs a healthy dose of all of them. I have some links to articles and supplements that I reference in the podcast.

https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a19525156/how-much-protein-can-your-muscles-absorb/ 

https://1stphorm.com/products/the-daily-stack/?a_aid=Mfontana  

https://1stphorm.com/products/micro-factor/?a_aid=Mfontana

https://1stphorm.com/products/post-workout-stack?a_aid=Mfontana 


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In this episode, I take a phone request to discuss some nutrition talk.  I discuss total daily exercise expenditure, and Intermittent Fasting.  Then I shift and discuss the ESPN Documentary "The Last Dance," and the brilliance of Jordan and The Bulls.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-health-benefits-of-intermittent-fasting 

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/intermittent-fasting-guide 

https://tdeecalculator.net/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/345080975843707 


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In this episode, I briefly discuss my perspective on the 2020 NFL draft. I talk about picks I liked, some quick facts and teams that I felt did well, and those whom I did not understand their philosophy. I then talk about our own frequency and energetic vibration and how it affects us each and every day. I finish off with some information about Wikileaks and the data dump they just did over the internet. I have some links below as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0ADvOEosFY

https://ascensionenergies.com/2020/04/23/wikileaks-dumps-all-files-completely-unlocked-clinton-emails-the-finders-weapons-patents-and-more/

https://www.amazon.com/Energetic-Boundaries-Stay-Protected-Connected-ebook/dp/B005MZN2L2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27K1N31KYJBWD&dchild=1&keywords=energetic+boundaries+cyndi+dale&qid=1587942505&sprefix=energetic+boun%2Caps%2C274&sr=8-1


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During this time, there is a lot going on and a lot to contemplate.  I discuss many ways to look at the world and ourselves during this period of Awakening, as well as give you a small glimpse of who I am as a light worker.


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