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E7: The Game is Over - Interview with Pat Croce - Part One
Episode 721st October 2023 • The Game of Zen • Scott Berman and Paul Agostinelli
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of Game of Zen! We're excited to share the latest installment featuring an insightful interview with esteemed guest, Pat Croce. Join hosts Paul and Scott as they delve into the fascinating world of psychological suffering rooted in fear and its unnecessary nature.

Pat Croce, who boasts an impressive business career starting as a physical therapist for the Philadelphia Flyers and later becoming an athletic trainer for the 76ers, joins the conversation. Pat shares captivating stories of his journey, including founding Physical Therapy Centers and his partnership with Ed Snyder and Comcast to purchase the struggling Sixers.

00:00:50 Pat's incredible business career in sports.

00:06:30 Retired, chasing success, newfound spiritual journey. Satori moment.

00:13:14 Fear-based suffering, alleviating with touch. Physical Therapy connection to Zen.

00:14:34 Listening, surrendering, and selling my business.

00:20:16 Deep listening is impressive. Making the deal to buy the Sixers.

00:22:43 Inclusive event, diverse audience, player charity involvement.

00:25:33 Exciting Sixers run ends in championship loss.

00:28:58 Started on path to path to path. Moderator, intense energy. Meeting with Allen Iverson & Larry Brown.

00:36:53 Awareness is unchanging and ever-present; pure being.

00:37:47 Belief fuels feelings, emotions; meditation helps.

PART TWO COMING SOON...

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