If you're done competing, done shrinking to fit a mold, and ready to stop letting someone else set the bar for your life, keep listening. Most people spend their whole life trying to be better than someone. A Category of 1 spends their life becoming more of themselves. Your story. Your experiences. Your edge. We interview high performers and entrepreneurs who have done just that. Their stories and how they did it.
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About the host
Brock Painter hosts The CO1 Show, a education show with 96 episodes published.
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#95 He Ran 1,000 Miles Around a Track (Here’s Why)
Jun 18, 202653mEp. 95S5
Start here → Build your Category of 1: https://categoryof1.co/ Episode 95 | He Ran 1,000 Miles Around a Track (Here’s Why) Mason Wright went from a 285-pound football player to running 1,000 miles around a track, all whi
#94 I Failed My Last Race: Coming Back Stronger (Race Announcement)
Jun 8, 202621mEp. 94S5
Start here → Build your Category of 1: https://categoryof1.co/ Episode 94 | I Failed My Last Race: Coming Back Stronger (Race Announcement) After getting pulled from a race and facing a panic attack, Brock shares what ac
#93 From Self-Improvement to Self-Healing (What Actually Works)
May 21, 202646mEp. 930
Start here → Build your Category of 1: https://categoryof1.co/ Episode 93 | From Self-Improvement to Self-Healing (What Actually Works) Ben Checketts shares what it really takes to build a meaningful brand and life—from
#92 How to Make the Moments You Dream About Become Real
May 7, 202656m0
Start here → Build your Category of 1: https://categoryof1.co/ Mitch Matthews shares how self-talk, obsession, and preparation create life-defining moments—and how to rebuild your identity when everything changes. This e
#91 From Busy to Focused: What Actually Scales a Business
Apr 23, 202639mEp. 910
Start here → Build your Category of 1: https://categoryof1.co/ If you’re working hard but still feel stuck, this episode explains why. Brock Painter and Blake Erickson break down how bigger goals actually create more cla
#90: Kodiak 100 “I’ll Pass Out Before I Die” (What Happened Next)
Oct 29, 202553mEp. 900
Brock goes fully unfiltered about his Kodiak 100—why his race ended at mile 30, how fear disguised as “hard work” led to overexertion, and the lesson that “the body expresses what the mind suppresses.” This isn’t about m
#89: Jesse Itzler's Runningman Festival: Where 1,500 People Party and Push Limits
Sep 17, 202539mEp. 890
Brock and Cam share their wild experience at Jesse Itzler's Runningmanan Festival—1,500 people in a Georgia field for the ultimate blend of party and performance. From getting blood drawn on a Ferris wheel to pickle eati
#88: How Being in the Right Room Can Transform Your Life
Aug 20, 202522mEp. 880
Your environment shapes your reality—whether you know it or not. In this episode, we dive into the power of community, exposure, and high-performance circles in unlocking your true potential. Discover how surrounding you
#87: The Moment of Truth: Why Running Creates Undeniable Evidence You Can Do Hard Things
Jul 9, 202520mEp. 870
In this episode, we dive into the power of running and endurance sports and how they shape your mindset, health, and relationships. Brock shares his journey, and we discuss why running isn't just about fitness—it's about
#86: How Growing Pains Can Ignite True Transformation
Jul 2, 202518mEp. 860
In today’s episode, we dive into the current “crisis” at Neuro Mastery, not one of struggle, but of rapid growth and the growing pains that come with it. Brock and Cam explore the journey of transforming a coaching progr
#85: Creating Your Own Category: A New Path to Personal Power
Jun 25, 202518mEp. 850
In this episode of The Brain Freeze Podcast, Brock shares a major realization about stepping away from the noise of comparison and embracing the concept of being a “Category of One.” Learn how to stop seeking validation
#84: Logan Wrote 3 Suicide Letters to His Wife—Then Turned His Darkest Moments Into a Mission That's Touching Millions
May 21, 20251h 10mEp. 840
In this powerful episode, social media mental health advocate Logan Peterson shares his harrowing journey with bipolar disorder—from hallucinations and hospitalization to finding purpose helping others. Logan reveals how
#83: Desert Rats 100K Race: Neuromastery's Biggest Moment Yet
Apr 23, 202543mEp. 830
Join us for an emotional journey as four everyday men tackle their first 100K ultra marathon (64 miles) at the brutal Desert Rats race in Colorado. Brock shares how his own race day emergency transformed into a powerful
#82: How Buttery Bros' Heber Cannon Turned Crisis into Content Gold
Apr 9, 202557mEp. 820
Join us for an exhilarating conversation with Heber Cannon of Buttery Bros as he shares the incredible journey from CrossFit filmmaker to adventure content creator. Heber reveals how he ran a marathon in Death Valley on
#81: Born to Stand Out - Why Being Different is Your Greatest Strength
Mar 19, 202559mEp. 810
Born with Crouzon syndrome, a rare condition that affects facial development, Ben Kjär faced a lifetime of surgeries, bullying, and self-doubt. But through the power of mentorship, faith, and an unshakable determination
#80: Being The Best For The World w/ Clint Pulver
Mar 12, 202549mEp. 800
From losing his dream of becoming a pilot to finding his true calling as a world-class speaker, Clint Pulver's story is one of tragedy, triumph, and the transformative power of mentorship. In this deeply personal episode
#79: Rewiring Your Brain for Success: The Science of Neuroplasticity
Mar 5, 202544mEp. 790
Your brain is wired for change—you just need to know how to activate it. In this episode, James Garrett , a neuroscience expert, breaks down the science of neuroplasticity, habit formation, and motivation so you can unlo
#78: The Moment I Almost Quit: Overcoming Self-Doubt in the Hurt 100
Feb 19, 202555mEp. 780
Fresh off his Ironman triumph, Brock Painter took a leap of faith and signed up for the notorious Hurt 100 with just 2.5 months to train. In this raw and powerful episode, Brock takes us through his journey of facing dem
#77: The Fight Within: Learning to Silence the Voice That Holds You Back w/ Kelsie Painter
Feb 12, 202554mEp. 770
This episode is a special one. Brock sits down with his wife, Kelsey Painter , for a raw and powerful conversation about identity, struggle, and growth. Kelsey shares her journey from being a competitive athlete to facin
#76: Life Happens Through You: A Guide to Surrendering and Growing
Dec 18, 202453mEp. 760
In this episode, we sit down with Doug Cartwright , founder of Alchemy Coaching, to explore how life unfolds through us when we stop holding onto the past and surrender to the present. Doug shares transformative insights
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Who is the host of The CO1 Show?
The CO1 Show is hosted by Brock Painter. The show is categorised under education (self improvement) and has published 96 episodes.
How many episodes does The CO1 Show have?
The CO1 Show has published 96 episodes.
What topics does The CO1 Show cover?
The CO1 Show regularly covers education, self improvement, business. It sits in the education category, with a self improvement focus.
Is it hard to get booked on The CO1 Show?
The CO1 Show is accessible for guests with genuine education expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.
Is The CO1 Show currently accepting guest pitches?
The CO1 Show hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.
How long are The CO1 Show episodes?
Episodes of The CO1 Show average 44 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.
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