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Re: BIG NEWS and Sneak Peek - Tim Ferriss TV Show Debut 12/4

steve — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:03:01 -0000

never did show in the time wanner in ohio so tim will the show ever air on the intrenet like say youtube?

Re: BIG NEWS and Sneak Peek - Tim Ferriss TV Show Debut 12/4

Donger — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:00:58 -0000

So did this series make it past the pilot or what? I'm a bit out of the loop! Either way, is there anywhere online I can watch the pilot (and other) episode(s)?

Thanks :)

Another quick question to Tim: You mentioned in the trailer that you learn new things by deconstructing, streamlining and remapping the challenge. Would you consider writing a blog on how you do these things and maybe a few examples of how you applied them to some of the different things you've done (kickboxing, tango, languages etc).

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Fahad Alkhater — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 15:45:30 -0000

Tim if you have the cojones, then read these two words carefully. Standup comedy. There is NOTHING more brutal or mysterious than trying to get an audience to laugh. Your skill at deconstructing and mastering skills can't crack this egg. At least in less than one week. The challenge is on.

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Ryan V — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 02:31:26 -0000

I blasted all my friends and family with the link to the trailer. More power to you Tim!

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timferriss — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:41:01 -0000

@Fernando,

You are totally right -- that is the show! Sorry that I missed that. There is another Trial by Fire DVD on the History Channel website that is an older show.

Thank you for pointing this out!

Tim

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Fernando Imperator — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:39:04 -0000

hm, Tim. about the History Channel's DVD, it's weird that their description says it's about this recent show: http://shop.history.com/det.... Have a look at the description: "Tim Ferriss, best-selling author and all around expert on everything from mixed martial arts to ballroom dancing and linguistics, will take everything we know about how to succeed and turn it on its head. Tim applies his methods of efficiency,organization and simplification to challenges he will face throughout the series. His method of learning will allow viewers to obtain a deeper understanding of the amazing skills people from around the world have mastered throughout history."

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Fernando Imperator — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:21:23 -0000

c'mon, people. nowhere online yet?

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rich ferguson — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:46:07 -0000

Tim, have not hear if "Trial by Fire" has been picked up, but I strongly suggest that I consult you and make you a Magician or Mentalist in one week! It takes a lifetime to master sleight of hand and subtle mind and body magic. I've taught thousands of magicians effects and have best selling products on the market. I didn't know how else to contact you and wish you the best... Bring me on for the magic and mentalism and we can accomplish some amazing things in a week. I'm a well known full time magician myself that thinks this show is a wonderful idea. Hope to hear back.. happy new year!

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Enduring Wanderlust — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 19:06:24 -0000

Great show, Tim.

Hopefully they'll pick it up. It's interesting to watch difficult activities tackled within a short period of time using a particular ideology. There are so many other tasks around the world that would be worthwhile show topics. It can also be used for cultural understanding.

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akthe47 — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 02:02:16 -0000

In case it's been missed in the other post, here's a replay of the show (for now):

http://tr.im/2m0h

enjoy!

-AK

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Mr Raley — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 02:31:32 -0000

Ok Tim,

I hate to be the impatient one but I have to ask, when will we get an announcement on the winner of the lil promotional competition? Did you already announce during the post show Q&A (technical problems kept me from seeing the whole thing).

Thanks for the newest post on strength training, love it. I've been doing CrossFit for last year or so and this might be a good 'vacation' for me to build more mass and strength. Speaking of CF, what's your fav kettle bell workout?

Later,

J. Raley

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Shane Heins — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:09:47 -0000

Yo Tim,

I've just recently heard about you and and what you do. Very intriguing. Especially since we live in a society (and increasingly a world) that keeps itself "busy", as it is thought to hold some kind of value to the life you've lived. But, as it appears you have taken the bull by the horns on this one, the "busy" is actually what keeps us from being productive. I've striven, especially in the last couple of years (especially upon having begun a family) to be less busy and more efficient, more productive. To ensure that there is quality in the time that I'm able to give to my wife, my kids, myself, which most especially translates into the quality of time I am able to put into others, that they may find that for themselves too.

From a physical training stand point, that's taken me over the last few years thru the realms of Kettlebells and most recently in the last year, Circular Strength Training. After the last 15 years of trying all kinds of different stuff, this so far makes the most "sense". It actually touches on methods for removing the blockages, to thus increase the rate and efficiency at which you learn. I think you would probably really dig it.

So I'm going to second Mr. Steer's above invitation to check out the Clubbell Trial by Fire challenge for your show (you can't help but love how perfectly it fits with the name of your show). It is a test in neurological coordination, mobility, strength-endurance and mental toughness. That and it just bleeds old school warrior rites of passage. Who doesn't get into that!

Of course then you can balance it out with something like, learning to play the harp.......I'm not poking fun people......I love the harp.....really......

Congrats on the show and hope it generates the critical mass to keep going. It looks like a blast!

All the Best,
Shane.

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Adam Steer, Better Is Better — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:31:20 -0000

Dear Tim,

The use of the club as a training tool stretches back milenia. Physical cultures around the world have used it to hone their strength and skill. Most noted of these athletes are those of the Pahlavani traditions of Iran and the wrestlers of the Indian Peninsula. In the modern era, practitioners around the globe have rediscovered these ancient practices through the popularization of the Clubbell as part of the Circular Strength Training system. The ultimate test of the Clubbell athlete is called the Trial-by-Fire (visit www.squidoo.com/trialbyfire to learn more). It seems serendipitous that your show would bear the same name. Please consider trying your hand at this ancient and challenging discipline as part of your adventure.

Cheers,
Adam

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Fernando Imperator — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:41:25 -0000

For people who missed the show, it's already being sold in DVD on History Channel's website: http://shop.history.com/det...

I couldn't make it so I'll buy it, for sure. Hope you become a sucess series too!

best regards!

###

NOTE FROM TIM: Fernando and all, please note that this DVD is from a documentary they did years ago, apparently, and it is not my recent show! Thank you taking the time to find this though -- I wish it were :)

All the best,

Tim

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Matt Apps — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 23:48:54 -0000

Show sounds cool. Have you learned to deconstruct and hack how to have a TV show that gets past a pilot yet? I guess we shall see!

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Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:54:57 -0000

There are 2 books that I have recently that are I thought were quite credible in terms of mastery of anything-

1.Talent is overrated by Jeff Covlin

2. Outliers by Malcom Gladwell

Both authors deconstruct the sucesses of Bill Gates, Mozart, Warren Buffet and other world class experts in thier fields.

It seems that the benchmark of world class expertise tends to be around 10 years or 10,000 hours.

Thier argument is that the secret to sucess has nothing to do with natural born talent or genuis. Thier arguments to thier point seem to make sense to me . However, I would love to see you prove this wrong.

Good luck, Tim

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balibaby — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:55:12 -0000

I'm on the road at the moment so havent seen the show, but just the concept sounds fantastic and inspirational as ever!

I'm crossing fingers at the moment to make it on a tv show in Australia to meet you actually - http://www.6beersofseparati... check out page 7, i'll be the girl spouting flowery compliments bout you - video is called Finding Timothy Ferriss. lol. If i make it, I'll have to prove this whole 6 degrees of separation theory is not a bunch of rubbish and somehow get to meet you through 5 other people. Challenge? Hell yeah, but I'm up for it! :)

So if all goes well, I'll get $12k, 18 days and 6 steps to meet you somewhere in the world. I'm crossing every single appendage at the moment and hoping you drink beer? Bring it...

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Brandon Merhout — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:00:53 -0000

My Ass-Kicking Superhero strikes again ...

Much respect Bro.

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Sheri — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:42:55 -0000

I loved the show. I have been telling everyone to watch. What background do you have? I work in Athletics and fitness found it very informative.

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Garrett Daun — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:47:14 -0000

Greetings Tim, and all you fine readers!

I have just begun reading the 4 Hour Work Week, and already, it has me out of bed at 1:42am, writing to celebrities asking them for interviews.

I saw snippets of the show, but I don't own a TV, nor cable for that matter, so I will have to wait until it shows up online, or recorded at a friend's house. I admire the effort, and look forward to more episodes. The premise itself inspires me to awaken ever more to my wildest dreams.

I have already actualized much, but reading your book demonstrates exactly those areas that I have tolerated for far too long.

Let's catch up out there somewhere Tim! We could climb the Monkey Face in Smith Rock, Oregon, and then go on the 88 monastery walk around the island of Shikoku in record time.

If you, or anyone else reading this comment, would like to get interviewed for my blog, I am up for the challenge. The only condition: Every interview will be an experimental exploration aimed at inspiration, enthusiasm, and life-changing linguistic dancing.

Cheers to you, Tim. Thanks for your efforts, and for living a life of so much joy that it cannot help but radiate outward in every direction.

Love, Wildness, Chaos, Joy....

-Garrett

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susan — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:55:15 -0000

Hi ya'll,
I missed the show. does anyone out there have a copy that I can get? I will gladly pay for the cost of a dvd and shipping? Please let me know.

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FREDDY DR — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:12:28 -0000

Tim,

Would like to have seen your show, but found out to late. However I have 2 quick questions / ideas?

1) Why only 2 days notice on your show? ....... the amount of viewers for your show would have been much greater, if you built up this show on your site for a month. The build up would have been huge, and would have had time to build up some massive momentum. There are alot of people who like what your doing, and judging from your book sales, website, and twitter following that number is substantial. Why not give them the time they need to help promote your success.

2) Did you only know 2 days before, when your show would air?.....if you did, then the history channel misunderstood your ability to build up from your site, a large audience that would have promoted up a far larger audience. There was not enough time to compound your audience. Hopefully enough viewers tuned in, but if not I think they should air it again with enough notice so you can build some serious momentum... It would be nice if you had a email address (history channel) where everyone could send a short comment to prop up your show ..... imagine if they got 700,000 emails... nice.... when's the movie? ;)

enjoyed the book and site, boa fortuna

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Jason Sadler — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:40:29 -0000

Tim,

The first episode was very solid, can't wait to watch on a weekly schedule.

I had a question for you, you seem to be extremely knowledgeable in muscle and injury recovery. In the last year and a half I tore both ACL's in my knees playing basketball. The first seemed to be a freak accident and the second was probably from coming back too soon to play and favoring the good knee (which then tore). I am currently 8 months out of my second surgery and still in a bunch of pain. I've tried ice baths, massage therapy, tons of rehab (still doing it daily), the supplement Cissus and I still can't get rid of pain and get back in action.

Any secret tips or tactics you've found for recovery, especially related to the knees?

Keep up the great work with the show!

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PRINCETON — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 01:16:59 -0000

Tim -
I have received awesome feedback on your show from the people that I got to either record your show on TIVO or tune into it. I am afraid some of them are going to try Japanese horseback archery now for themselves.
Additionally, I wanted to update you on my numbers for the Princeton challenge. While I did reach out to many people, I fear that mass propaganda, especially electronically, sometimes goes unnoticed and dies sadly in ones trash folder. Thus, as I previously mentioned, I can produce definitively a list of now 99 names, up from the previous 88, that tuned into your show at 11pm on December 4th. I am hoping that more people did watch your show from the many that I contacted directly via email or indirectly using friends. While I can not guaranteed that every individual actually watched the show, my impression from class was that you needed the numbers for the rating system. I figured that the less I demanded in my request, the more people who would respond. Thus, I have a list of 99 names corresponding to their email addresses of people who represent 99 different television sets that could potentially be recorded as viewing "Trial by Fire" for the rating system.
Anyways, just wanted to update you on the numbers. The show was awesome and I really hope to see more of it!

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barbe — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 01:12:35 -0000

Hi,
I caught the show, by accident while channel surfing=lucky break for me. I really enjoyed it and hope to watch the repeat so I can write down all the things you did to shorten your learning curve.

Also I wish I had seen this blog prior to the show, I would definately have helped promote the pilot episode. I hope it go enough viewers to be renewed, it was very well done and interesting.

Best of luck to you,
Barbe