Maxim EQ

At a time when the profound is too often reduced to cheap memes and goofy bumper stickers Maxim EQ heads in the opposite direction—digging deeper to examine the commonalities and differences in our perceptions around a particular adage. In each episode we’ll discuss our guests’ take on a thought provoking phrase or maxim that encourages self-reflection and personal growth—for us, but hopefully for you as well.

If you’re looking for a podcast that blends philosophy, psychology, and everyday wisdom into engaging conversations, Maxim EQ is the perfect companion for your commute, workout, or daily walk.

Podcasting since 2025 • 15 episodes

Maxim EQ

Latest Episodes

Embrace Distractions for Better Outcomes

Conventional wisdom often tells us to eliminate distractions if we want to do our best work. But what if that's only part of the story? In this episode of Maxim EQ, Sam and I, along our guest Jorge Castellanos explore the idea that str...

July 27, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 3 • 52:12

Growth Doesn't Erase Difficulty, It Reframes It

Growth is often imagined as a way to leave life's challenges behind. But what if real growth doesn't eliminate difficulty, it simply changes how we experience it?In this episode of Maxim EQ, Sam and I are joined by retired UCLA ...

July 06, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 2 • 43:51

Perception is a Mirror

What does it really mean when we say Perception is a Mirror? In this thoughtful and deeply personal episode of Maxim EQ, hosts Mike Baumer and Sam Wahl are joined by Los Angeles-based artist, producer, and event professional V...

June 15, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 1 • 50:40

Season 1 Bonus: A Listener Joins the Conversation

In this special season 1 finale of Maxim EQ, we turn the conversation outward by inviting a listener to join the show.From the beginning, Maxim EQ was created with the hope that the ideas we explored wouldn’t just be interesting — but wo...

February 12, 2026 • Season 1 • 52:51

Depth Over Frequency

In this episode, Sam and I are joined by Jarmal Arnold to explore the idea of Depth Over Frequency—a reflection on what we stand to gain when we slow down, go deeper, and resist the constant pull of surface-level engagement.In a world op...

January 22, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 10 • 52:43

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