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Who Thought We'd Be Here?

Steven Aigner and John Pugh
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Fitness
Running
Gratitude
Vulnerability
Personal Development
Podcasting
Parenting
Self-Improvement
Mindfulness
Imposter Syndrome
Fatherhood
Sobriety
Self-Discipline
Social Work
Education
Stand-Up Comedy
Addiction
Relationships

"Who Thought We'd Be Here" is a podcast about changing your mind, redefining the stigma around mental health, and living a vulnerable and productive lifestyle.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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Carney
Founder of Hudson Valley Track Club and school counselor, passionate about running and coaching.
Hudson Valley Track Club
Episode: From Childhood Grief to Running Marathons: How I Became the Man I Always Needed When I Was a Kid | EP079
Anthony Serino
Hypnotist and Mindset Coach
Episode: Reprogram Your Subconscious for Success & Transform Your Brain with Hypnotist & Mindset Coach Anthony Serino | EP073
David Stickle
Stand-up comedian and podcast host.
Host of 'Likeable'
Episode: Balancing Comedy with Anxiety and Doing Stand-Up in the Sauna with Comedian David Stickle | EP070
Katie Parent
Trauma-informed therapist and Reiki healer
Strengthen the Soul
Episode: How to Shift Your Life from Survival Mode to Self Love w/ Trauma Informed Therapist & Reiki Healer Katie Parent | EP067
Allen Wong
Filmmaker and running enthusiast
Episode: From Rock Bottom to Running Marathons: How Running & Filmmaking Transformed My Life w/ Allen Wong | EP066
Jess Kravit
Owner of Exalted Alchemy, an herbalist focusing on self-care and wellness.
Exalted Alchemy
Episode: How to Heal Your Trauma, Elevate Your Energy & Vibrate Higher w/ Herbalist Jess Kravit | EP065
Nick Spencer
Owner and Operator of Sneak Hill Jiu Jitsu
Sneak Hill Jiu Jitsu
Episode: Nick Spencer - How Jui-Jitsu Saved My Life and Plant Medicine Killed my Ego | EP064
Connor Bond
Actor, teacher, and improviser.
Episode: "Connor Bond: Acting, Improv, Existentialism & Laughing Through the Pain" | EP061
Emmanuel Jimenez
A real estate agent and mixed martial artist, sharing insights on vulnerability and personal growth.
Compass
Episode: "Emmanuel Jimenez: Being the Rooted Man You Were Always Meant To Be" | EP059

Hosts

Steven Aigner
Co-host of the podcast
John Pugh
Co-host of the podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Good vibe

    Started listening because I was going to be a guest, and I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve heard so far. Good vibe on this show and very entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LikeablePod
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Roosevelt br
    United States2 years ago
  • Love This Pod

    Great Conversations about mental health and other cool topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Aigner
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate candid conversations and practical tools for everyday life.
The show keeps a supportive, down-to-earth vibe that's great for fans of personal development.
Guests consistently bring thoughtful, real-world insights into mental health and growth.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Steve Strong: Rebuilding from Rock Bottom & Healing Reality Through Tabletop RPGs" | EP062
Q: What were some of the changes that you made? What do you think changed like in those moments or over time that led to you feeling that way about yourself?
It was either I fix myself or I kill myself. I chose to fix myself because I was stubborn and had a will to survive.
Reprogram Your Subconscious for Success & Transform Your Brain with Hypnotist & Mindset Coach Anthony Serino | EP073
Q: So how do you think that using hypnosis helped you get over that hump?
Hypnosis allows you to change internal perspectives about yourself and how you relate to the world, creating real neurological change quickly.
Reprogram Your Subconscious for Success & Transform Your Brain with Hypnotist & Mindset Coach Anthony Serino | EP073
Q: How do you think the impact of your uncle's suicide catapulted you into trying to find a specific change?
The loss ignited a depression and anxiety in me that led to unhealthy coping mechanisms, amplifying my self-image issues and pushing me to seek change.
From Childhood Grief to Running Marathons: How I Became the Man I Always Needed When I Was a Kid | EP079
Q: What would you tell a younger version of yourself going through hardship?
He would emphasize that the struggles will shape who you are, and that there's strength in rising above difficulties to appreciate life more fully.
From Childhood Grief to Running Marathons: How I Became the Man I Always Needed When I Was a Kid | EP079
Q: How did your experiences shape your approach to self-improvement and running?
Ryan discusses how his father's passing and the challenges he faced fostered resilience and motivated him to strive for personal growth.

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The show centers on mental health, personal growth, and practical mindfulness, featuring conversations about resilience, self-improvement, and healing. Guests span running, therapy, hypnosis, sound healing, nutrition, and addiction recovery, often weaving in relatable life challenges, fatherhood, and community. A notable through-line is redefining masculinity and vulnerability, with a focus on actionable tools—meditation, journaling, and mindful routines—that listeners can applies to everyday life. The format blends personal narratives with expert insights, creating a supportive space for transformation and authenticity without stigma. This program is likely to appeal to listeners seeking candid discussions on mental health, self-improvemen... more

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