Who Thought We'd Be Here?
Both seeking answers from the Universe as they turned 30, co-hosts and longtime pals Steven Aigner and John Pugh found themselves improving in ways their younger and much more wild selves could have never seen coming. They began conquering and healing their past selves with unfamiliar mindfulness tools like meditation, yoga, breath-work, journaling, reading transformative books, and experimenting with mind expanding remedies.
Ignited by a passion to help others struggling with complex problems of their own and a desire to create a new narrative surrounding men's mental health in today's modern society, they created their first collaborative podcast "Who Thought We'd Be Here?" This podcast is all about exploring the boundless potential within ourselves, and to inspire each and every one of us to be fearless in our own unique human experience.
Their goal is to make mindfulness more accessible for folks all around the world, and express the genuine benefits of redesigning your life in a more thoughtful way.
We'd love for you to join us on this spiritual journey, as we try to shine a little light into what it really and truly means to be a good human in this Universe.
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A mental health podcast with two guys who never would have thought they'd be here podcasting. Hosted by Steven Aigner (@_itssteve__) & John Pugh (@jay_pugh).
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Who Thought We'd Be Here?
"New Year Reset: Ryan Holiday’s Stoic Wisdom, Breaking Bad Habits & Crushing 2025 Goals"
It’s a New Year, and we’re starting 2025 by looking back at everything we learned in 2024. We talk about how one of us made the life-changing decision to get sober, and how that single choice improved not only our personal lives but the direction and consistency of this podcast. We also reflect on the massive growth we’ve seen since taking the podcast seriously in August—more views, more watch time, and way more subscribers.
As for 2025? We’ve got big goals. We’re saying goodbye to bad habits (yes, we’re giving up the weed), doubling down on self-discipline, and focusing on showing up for ourselves and our audience in bigger, better ways. We dive into how we plan to tackle personal growth, like being more present, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, and leaning into authenticity—even when it’s uncomfortable.
We also talk about getting deeper spiritually, with one of us committing to explore their relationship with God and purpose by diving into philosophical and religious texts. On the professional side, we’re excited to improve the podcast even more by bringing in new guests, engaging with our listeners, and staying consistent in everything we do.
This episode is full of real talk—about the challenges of staying grounded, learning from failure, and balancing life while chasing your dreams. It’s an honest look at where we’ve been, where we’re headed, and how we plan to make 2025 a year of transformation. Tune in, and let’s take this journey together!
00:10 - Time Jump in Our Podcast Schedule!
01:00 - Yearly Recap: Reflecting on Our Podcast Journey
Personal Growth & Achievements
01:31 - Podcast Growth Since August 2024: Our Numbers!
03:09 - Consistency & Dedication: The Secret to Success
03:40 - How Sobriety Changed Our Personal & Professional Lives
04:44 - Sober Life Reflections: More Than Just a Change in Routine
05:59 - Sobriety Struggles: The Ups and Downs
Challenges & Reflections
10:00 - Action vs. Overthinking: Lessons Learned
11:30 - Embracing Not Knowing Everything
12:22 - Spending Time Alone to Grow & Reflect
14:27 - Focusing on Trust & Intuition
18:15 - Take Action Now: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Moment
20:00 - How Physical Exercise Boosts Mental Health
25:01 - Wishing We’d Focused More on the Podcast Sooner
Goals & Intentions for 2025
31:00 - Asking for Help & Managing Emotions Better
35:00 - Staying Present: The Power of Focus
40:00 - Quitting Bad Habits (Like Weed) for a Healthier Life
50:00 - Breaking Free From Vices: The Struggle to Stay Strong
Philosophical & Spiritual Exploration
01:22:41 - Exploring My Relationship with God & Spirituality
01:24:05 - Trusting the Universe: A Spiritual Discussion
01:27:00 - Diving Into Religious & Philosophical Texts for Deeper Insight
Podcast Improvements & Audience Engagement
01:35:30 - Big Thanks to Our Audience: Your Support Means the World!
01:36:01 - Huge Plans for the Podcast in 2025—Guests, Growth & More!
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"Who Thought We'd Be Here?" is hosted by Steven Aigner and John Pugh.
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