The podcast discussing fitness lifestyle, the keto diet, science, nutrition, contest prep, the fitness industry, business, and the pursuit of happiness! There will be several different podcast guests that will consist of athletes, experts in the health and nutrition industry, and other people of interest!
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Drew Decker is a graduate research assistant at Ohio State University, and on this episode, we dive into some of the science and research studies surrounding a ketogenic or low-carb diet. I have a lot of respect for Drew and the research he’s doing, and I have no doubt you’ll learn something from this episode. What we discussed: Ketogenic diet and …
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Natural Bodybuilding Competition Promo with TJ West
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TJ West is an amazing human with a heart of gold, and he is promoting an upcoming natural bodybuilding competition in Central Arkansas. It was a pleasure to meet him and work out with him, and I'm super excited to welcome him to the podcast. Sit back and enjoy! What we discussed: Gym equipment, keto, and bodybuilding (2:45) Body fat percentage and …
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Training Like a Lion with Colt Milton
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For this episode, we welcome back repeat guest and friend, Colt Milton. He's a fellow natural bodybuilder and joined us to share a bit about his training protocols, nutrition, and his experience with the Lion Diet. It was a pleasure to welcome him back and I know you'll enjoy this episode. What you'll hear: His strength training protocol as of late…
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Getting an Upgrade with Barton Scott
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If you're curious about supplements, this is the episode for you. Barton Scott, a chemical engineer, is the founder of Upgraded Formulas. After watching loved ones suffer and die from illness, and struggling with his own health issues, he knew something had to be done. Thus, Upgraded Formulas was born. I love their products, and it was a pleasure t…
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Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Exogenous Ketones with Dr. Latt Mansor
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Are you curious about the benefits of exogenous ketones? For this episode, we welcomed Dr. Latt Mansor to the podcast. He is the lead researcher for Ketone-IQ and consultant to the world's top performers. He has a wealth of information about anything and everything you could ever want to know about metabolism, ketones, intermittent fasting, and muc…
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Podcasting and Parenting with Andrew Zaragoza
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This episode is for anyone interested in parenting, nutrition, or starting a podcast from the ground up. Andrew is a Podcast Producer, Host and Instructor. He's a husband and father of two incredible kids, and has been a Photographer, Videographer and Podcaster creating content for over a decade. He's worked random jobs his whole life, never having…
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Craig Toni began his bodybuilding journey back in the 80's, when anabolic steroid use was the norm. He's suffered some health issues due to his experiences during that time, and it was a pleasure to welcome him to the podcast to share his story and his transition to a ketogenic way of life. I know you'll take something from this episode. What you'l…
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Therapeutic Carb Restriction with Jayne Bullen
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Jayne Bullen has been with her research at the Noakes Foundation in South Africa by enlightening physicians on the therapeutic benefits of a low-carb diet. She is making such a difference with the people she works with and it was a pleasure to speak with her. What we discussed: What brought her to South Africa initially (1:56) Indigenous health, tr…
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A Different Approach to Bodybuilding
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Scott Myslinski just competed in his first bodybuilding endeavor and went the enhancement route. He pulls back the curtain and leaves everything on the table regarding nutrition, enhancement, training, and much more. His journey was a lot different than mine, but I know you'll get something out of this episode. What you'll hear: Digestive issues, b…
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BIOptimization with Wade Lightheart and Matt Gallant
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Wade Lightheart and Matt Galant are the head honchos behind BIOptimizers supplements, but they are also both big into the nutrition and bodybuilding space. Wade and Matt were both trainers working with pro athletes and other high performers. They both spent a decade in the gym helping people transform their health. Wade and Matt met in the gym, str…
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Living Life to the Fullest with Eric Edmeades
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There's something for everyone in this episode. Eric Edmeades is a serial entrepreneur with experience including wireless networking, military research, Hollywood film production, and award-winning and life-saving medical simulation. Today, Eric is a leading authority in Behavioral Change Dynamics. Eric has created and consulted on some of the most…
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Your Thyroid and Autoimmune System with Risa Groux
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Are you aware of how environmental toxins and poor nutrition can affect your thyroid function? Risa Groux is a functional nutritionist and is an expert in all things thyroid health. It was a very interesting conversation and I know you'll learn a lot. What we discussed: Why Risa became so interested in thyroid function initially (1:18) The impact o…
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How the Cacao Butter Crisis Will Affect You with Robert Sikes
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If you weren't aware, we're going through a bit of a crisis in the cacao butter market. I recorded a quick podcast to bring you up to speed on what this means for you as the consumer and our business practices because we value transparency. What you'll hear: Why we avoid raising prices (1:40) The details behind the cacao butter crisis (2:20) The de…
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The Detrimental Effects of Environmental Toxins with Dr. Tom O’Bryan
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If you've been following us for a while, you know that we've made an effort to evaluate the products that we use in our home and on our bodies in order to avoid environmental toxins. Dr. Tom O'Bryan is a recognized world expert on gluten and its impact on health. He is an internationally recognized and sought after speaker and workshop leader speci…
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The Healing Power of Mushrooms with Stephanie Moyal
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If you've ever wondered how mushrooms can help you from a neurological and performance standpoint, you'll want to listen to this episode. Stephanie founded Try Troop with her cousin Jake. They are on a mission to demystify mushrooms and make them approachable. By turning to preventative rather than curative health measures, they believe we can walk…
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Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Western Medicine and Functional Medicine with Matt Calkins
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Matt was born in Florida and went to the University of Florida for undergrad and medical school (Go Gators!). He got tired of the flatlands of Florida and hiked the Appalachian Trail before medical school, which started his love of hiking. His wife, the great Laura Buchanan, is also a family medicine resident at Wake. They share a passion for metab…
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The Science of Nutrition with Kristi Storoschuk
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Kristi Storoschuk is a PhD candidate in the Muscle Physiology Lab at Queen's University studying exercise, metabolic health, and mitochondrial function. She's had the privilege to work with some of the top scientists in her field and is a wealth of information on all things keto, fasting, and metabolic therapies. I learned a ton from this episode a…
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The Art of Hunting with Bruce McGlenn
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If you've followed our content for a while, you know that hunting and eating nose-to-tail is a big part of my life. Founder and lead instructor of Human Nature Hunting, Bruce McGlenn has nearly 40 years of bird and big game hunting experience in the Pacific Northwest. Passed down from his father, hunting has been a way of life for Bruce from the be…
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Hormone Optimization with Dr. Jacey Folkers
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Did you know that hormone imbalances can wreak havoc on your health? Dr. Jacey Folkers is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine studies. Dr. Folkers has completed his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College and is a licensed doctor of chiropractic in the state…
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A Carnivorous Transformation with Dani Conway
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Have you considered a carnivore diet to help with health issues? Dani Conway is a Board Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Functional Bloodwork Specialist and holds various certifications in other modalities of holistic health. She has been in practice almost two decades helping midlife women to ditch the diet mentality, lose weight and g…
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Bonding Over Bodybuilding with Ryan Young
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I met Ryan Young at my first competition of 2023 in Utah where he was helping a client backstage. We made a connection, and I thought it would be wonderful to invite him to the podcast to share a bit about his competitive journey, including fitness, nutrition, and lessons he's learned. If bodybuilding is in your wheelhouse, this is the episode for …
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Bodybuilding and Heart Health with Cody Watkins
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How do you handle adversity? Cody Watkins has been training for over 20 years and has had to overcome some significant health issues during that time. It was a great conversation about training, resiliency, and bouncing back, so I know you'll find it relevant. What we discussed: Cody's fitness journey, open heart surgery, and bouncing back (1:09) O…
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Setting a Good Example with Bryan Scudiere
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Are you a healthy role model for your children? Bryan Scudiere shares his journey from overweight to bodybuilding coach to become a better father and role model for his 20-month-old daughter. He left his high-paying sales job to pursue his passion for helping others reach their fitness goals, and his story is so inspirational. I've got no doubt tha…
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A Transformative Journey with Elana Rheinhart
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Do questionable choices and an unhealthy lifestyle keep you from achieving your goals? Elana Rheinhart is a new competitor in the bodybuilding circuit and recently performed in her first competition. Her story of transformation is incredibly inspiring, and I know you'll enjoy it as much as I did. What we discussed: Her struggles with a partying lif…
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Living the Psychedelic Life with Paul Austin
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Many episodes on this podcast discuss alternative methods for healing and wellness, and this episode is no exception. Paul F. Austin, a prominent figure in psychedelics, has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave. Featured in Bloomberg, Rolling Stone, Inc., and the BBC's Worklife…
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