Best Philip Pape Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 47- Working Out When Time Is Limited with Philip Pape 51:44

30d ago51:44

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We are creeping up on 50 episodes published! For the first time ever, we are excited to bring you a guest appearance.....Philip Pape. Philip is the host of Wits & Weights, a nutrition podcast in the top 1.5% nutrition podcast. He is a certified nutrition coach known as the “Physique Engineer.” Through his own transformation, Philip discovered the p…

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Spend 70% of Your Time Doing THIS for a Faster Physique Transformation (Rapid Prototyping) | Ep 192 19:16

1h ago19:16

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What if you could get FASTER results with your physique development by spending most of your time on something very few people put much energy into? What if spending less time goal-setting, researching, planning, and designing your training and nutrition routine could actually lead to BETTER results? Are you a perfectionist getting stuck in analysi…

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Episode 51- Fat Privilege Part II 34:58

13h ago34:58

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Some feathers got ruffled last week, which we figured would happen because of course people don't listen to the whole episode. So we are back to go further into discussion about last week's episode, number 50, fat privilege. It gets heated quick and some expletives drop fast. So be ready for that! Use the Supplements We Use, Enter code "PHOENIX" at…

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My Stair-Step Fat Loss Process to Get Lean and Ripped | Ep 191 30:56

2d ago30:56

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Are you tired of endless yo-yo dieting or struggling to get through a fat-loss phase? What if there was a smarter way to get lean that works with your body and not against it? In today’s episode, Philip (@witsandweights) shares his personal stair-step fat loss process, designed to help you achieve your goals while dealing with life’s challenges, li…

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Lose Weight and Live Your Healthiest Life with Shayda Soleymani and Gustavo Tolosa.

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Live Your Healthiest Life is a deliciously unique cookbook that shares the weight loss journeys of two people from different countries and cultures who have beautifully adapted their family recipes to whole-food, plant-exclusive recipes without added salt, oil, and sugar. Shayda Soleymani lost 120 lbs. Gustavo Tolosa lost 70 lbs. They both found a …

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Surprising Advice Women Over 50 NEED for Strength, Health, & Longevity with Pam Sherman | Ep 190 45:20

1d ago45:20

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Are you a woman over 50 looking to hit your fitness goals, get strong, and have fun along the way? Have you ever wondered how you can integrate fitness into your busy life without feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Pam Sherman, a fitness expert with 27 years of experience. Pam is passionate about women’s health …

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How to Get More Fitness Results for Less Effort (The Pareto Rule) | Ep 189 16:33

3d ago16:33

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What if doing LESS is the answer to more results overall...your fitness, training, nutrition, and anything else going on in your life? Imagine achieving 80% of your fitness goals with just 20% of your efforts. Today is the first Wednesday episode where we apply engineering frameworks to evidence-based fitness. After all, engineers have made it thei…

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Episode 50- Fat Privilege 37:32

9d ago37:32

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We traveled to Jamaica last week. It was eye opening and it makes you realize just how privileged we are in the U.S. We are spoiled with convenience and the CHOICE to be lazy impacts a large percentage of the U.S. population, causing a number of diseases caused by lifestyle choices. It made us realize, being fat is a privilege. A privilege because …

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From 280 Pounds to Well-Muscled Boston Qualifier at Age 55 with Hybrid/Concurrent Training | Ep 188 1:05:25

4d ago1:05:25

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Have you ever dreamed of running a marathon but felt it was impossible due to your weight or fitness level? Or that lots of cardio will kill your muscle and gains? Discover how Ben went from 280 pounds to qualifying for the Boston Marathon at 55 without losing muscle mass. In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) interviews Ben Lewis, who began hi…

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Get Healthy Beyond 40 and Break Free From Diet Culture with Michele Riechman.

6d ago

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This conversation is for those who want to get healthy beyond 40, yet also applicable to us all. Michele Riechman is a personal trainer, yoga teacher, and health coach with her doctorate in physical therapy. When prioritising her own health took a back step as a busy mum, Michele decided some exercise is better than no exercise and today she ... RE…

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This Over 50 Family Man Lost His Power Belly (36 Pounds) But NOT His Muscle or Strength! | Ep 187 1:02:23

8d ago1:02:23

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Are you over 40, juggling a demanding career, family responsibilities, and struggling to stay fit? Meet Jerry Bonanno, a 50-something family man who shed 36 pounds of fat and 5 inches off his waist without losing his hard-earned muscle or strength. Philip (@witsandweights) talks with Jerry about being over 40 and struggling to balance a demanding j…

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Why Women SHOULD Load Their Spine for Stronger Bones | Quick Wits 4:34

9d ago4:34

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Are certain exercises are too risky for women, especially as they age? Today, we're challenging a common misconception in the fitness world: the idea that women should avoid loading their spine. Is this well-intentioned advice actually holding women back from building stronger, healthier bones? And what's the real key to maintaining bone density as…

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Episode 49 (REPOST)- Unspoken Rules of the Gym 14:41

11d ago14:41

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We are on vacation this week. So we wanted to bring you an oldie, but a goodie! Taking it way back to episode 3! The gym is a shared space, be courteous to others. The gym isn't your house. Other gym goers are not your mama. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the unspoken rules of the gym. Use the Supplements We Use, Enter code "PHOENIX" at checkout t…

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My 3 New Dieting Methods for Smarter, Easier Fat Loss in 2024 | Ep 186 30:52

11d ago30:52

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Are you sick of counting calories but still want to shed fat? Is your metabolism stuck in slow motion? Do you want to lose fat but feel overwhelmed by complex diet plans? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) throws out the traditional calorie counting approach and dives into nonlinear dieting for fat loss. He argues that the stress of daily ca…

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Stop Doing THIS and You'll Finally Get the Result (Fat Loss, Muscle, or Any Goal) | Quick Wits 5:50

12d ago5:50

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Have you ever wondered why, despite all your efforts, you're not seeing the results you want in your fitness? Today, we're exposing a sneaky little habit that's sabotaging your progress, whether you are aiming for fat loss, muscle gain or any other health goal. What is this progress-killing behavior and, more importantly, how can you overcome it to…

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Calming The Chaos of Perimenopause with Bria Gadd The Period Whisperer.

14d ago

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This conversation was such a joy. I asked all my questions about Calming The Chaos of Perimenopause and Bria Gadd, The Period Whisperer was incredibly knowledgeable, warm and compassionate. We discuss the significant shifts that happen during perimenopause. How to know it is time for help in perimenopause. Peri-Rage! Undeserved Weight Gain. Underst…

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Seed Oils Aren't Evil and the Haters Are Mad About It | Bonus Episode 10:56

14d ago10:56

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Are seed oils really the evil villain they're made out to be? 😈 Let's dissect this heated debate and clear the air. I'm responding to a scathing one-star review accusing me of being "anti-science" and in cahoots with Big Food (seriously, where are my checks! 🤑💵). Related episode about seed oils: → Quick Wits: Seed Oils Aren't the Problem I stand fi…

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The 7 Most Powerful Mindset Techniques to Lose Fat and Build Muscle with Adam Poehlmann | Ep 185 1:07:50

15d ago1:07:50

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Are you feeling stuck in a fitness rut? Are you confused by conflicting fitness advice? Struggling to stay motivated when everyone on social media seems to have a perfect body? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Adam Poehlmann, host of The Poehlmann Fitness Show and a dedicated health, fitness, and nutrition coach at Poehlmann Fitness, to dis…

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The "Afterburner" Effect (Burn 500 More Calories AFTER Your Workout?) | Quick Wits 5:23

19d ago5:23

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Have you ever heard the concept that certain types of workouts might keep burning a ton more calories long after you've left the gym for many hours afterward? Today we're tackling the "afterburner effect," the idea that you can keep burning calories long after your workout is over. And in scientific terms, we are talking about EPOC (excess post-exe…

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Episode 48- How to Lose Belly Fat 35:35

21d ago35:35

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Every where you look on social media, you have someone trying to tell you how to target belly fat. From Bullsh*t exercises to supplements. But how do you actually lose belly fat? In this episode, we tell you how to REALLY lose belly fat. Use the Supplements We Use, Enter code "PHOENIX" at checkout to save 20% off your first order and earn double re…

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Q&A - Rapid Fat Loss, Body Recomp, Building Muscle Over 40, Tracking Veggies w/Jeff Hoehn | Ep 184 1:02:54

18d ago1:02:54

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Is rapid weight loss worth the risk? Can you really build muscle while losing fat? How important is nutrition tracking for your fitness journey? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes back Jeff Hoehn for another co-hosted Q&A episode. This time, they discuss aggressive fat loss strategies, the benefits of higher protein intake, and overcoming men…

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A Gallon of Milk a Day (The Reality of Mark Rippetoe's GOMAD) | Quick Wits 7:18

19d ago7:18

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GOMAD, or "Gallon of Milk a Day," was a protocol popularized by strength coach Mark Rippetoe (of Starting Strength), to ensure rapid weight gain and muscle growth. The idea is to bulk up quickly. You just chug a gallon of milk a day. Easy right? But before you start doing that, I want you to tune in to today's Quick Wits for my take on this sometim…

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Q&A - Is Bulking and Cutting REQUIRED (vs. Body Recomp) for a Great Physique? | Bonus Episode 15:15

22d ago15:15

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Can you transform your physique without the traditional bulk and cut cycles? Or is this possible with body recomposition at maintenance calories? Today we have a question from from Wyatt about whether you can only make progress with your physique while bulking and cutting rather than attempt body recomposition. He also asks whether there is a diffe…

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The Dark Side of GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs (Ozempic, Mounjaro, Zepbound) with Amy Wilson | Ep 183 50:47

23d ago50:47

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Diet myths got you stuck? Struggling to lose weight NO MATTER WHAT you try? GLP-1 drugs: Magic bullet or risky business? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) brings on Amy Wilson, a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and a certified nutrition coach, for an engaging conversion on GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Amy's mission…

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Creatine is Not Just for Lifters (Benefits Beyond Performance) | Quick Wits 6:00

24d ago6:00

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Creatine is not just for lifters and bodybuilders anymore. Join me on today's Quick Wits as I dive into the incredible benefits of this very powerful supplement and reveal why it should be a staple in just about everyone's supplement cabinet, from athletes to aging adults and everyone in between. While it's true that creatine has long been a staple…

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How to Allocate 1200, 2000, & 3000 Calories in Your Meal Plan (Plus Hit Your Protein!) | Ep 182 49:37

27d ago49:37

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Is your meal plan optimized for your fitness goals? Are you struggling to follow your diet plan because it is too restrictive? Are you looking to maximize your muscle growth and boost your energy? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) provides an evidence-based, comprehensive guide that cuts through conflicting information about meal planning a…

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Is "Sustainable Dieting" an Oxymoron or the Key to Lasting Results? | Quick Wits 8:49

1M ago8:49

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Sustainable dieting. Is that an oxymoron or is it the key to lasting results? Today, I reveal the hard truth about why dieting itself can never be truly sustainable and share a more flexible, realistic approach to achieving your physique goals for the long haul. Sustainable dieting is the notion that you can somehow achieve your fat loss goals by f…

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Easy, Familiar Plant-based Recipes with Liz Douglas of Glow Diaries.

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Liz Douglas is a home cook, new mum and the person behind the easy, familiar plant-based recipes of Glow Diaries. As someone who had always loved food and liked cooking, when Liz became vegan, the challenge of recreating old favourite meals was exciting. She was curious, inspired and started sharing her new favourite hobby on Instagram to prove tha…

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A Busy Dad's Unscripted Guide to Fatherhood, Fitness, and Family | Bonus Episode 33:11

30d ago33:11

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Can you really balance fitness, family, and personal well-being without dropping the ball on any of them? Join me for a special Father's Day weekend bonus episode where I share my raw, unscripted journey as a father of two daughters attempting just that. From the everyday joys and hurdles of fatherhood to practical tips on integrating health and fi…

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How NOT to be Skinny Fat and Weak with Adrian McDonnell | Ep 181 47:21

1M ago47:21

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Are you struggling with body image? Are you tired of extreme diets? Wondering how to break free from skinny-fat struggles? Join Philip (@witsandweights) and fitness expert Adrian McDonnell as they discuss body image, fitness goals, and industry complexities. Adrian shares insights into common challenges like body dysmorphia and extreme dieting, emp…

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The Advice to "Just Move" is NOT Enough for Health and Body Composition | Quick Wits 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Just move more. You've heard it a million times as the cure-all for getting in shape, but is this generic advice really enough to transform your physique? Yes, we live in a society that's largely sedentary, and getting people to move their bodies more is certainly a step in the right direction. However, this generic, one-size-fits-all advice to "ju…

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Episode 46- Eating "Healthy" is Keeping You Fat 40:47

1M ago40:47

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Before you freak out...listen to the episode. Most people assume if you eat healthy you will lose weight, and that is not always the case. In this episode, we will explain why and what you can do to actually see success in your fat loss goals. Use the Supplements We Use, Enter code "PHOENIX" at checkout to save 20% off your first order and earn dou…

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The New Over 50 Roadmap to Lifelong Strength, Health, Muscle, and Longevity | Ep 180 43:07

1M ago43:07

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Are you over 50 and wondering how to keep your muscles strong as you age? Are you curious about how your eating habits affect your health? Want to discover the secret to living a vibrant life in your 50s and beyond? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) provides a practical guide to optimizing health and strength for individuals over 50. He hig…

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Quick Wits: The ONE Change During Menopause to Unlock Fat Loss Forever 5:50

1M ago5:50

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Frustrated with menopause belly or the inability to lose weight or fat? This is on the minds of so many women navigating the ups and downs of menopause: how to lose stubborn fat and keep it off during this time of major physiological change. This Thursday June 13 @ 7:30p ET / 4:30p PT: ===> REGISTER HERE for the Menopause Fat Loss Over 40 Workshop …

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Why Veganism Is Not What You Think: Tom Pickering and I Could Never Go Vegan.

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You’ve likely heard these five words spoken around the world by so many non-vegans: I Could Never Go Vegan. Perhaps you’ve even said them? On a quest for the truth, award winning filmmaker Thomas Pickering set out to investigate the leading arguments against the vegan movement. Spoiler, despite spending time with leading environmental, health and n…

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Bonus Episode: Cody McBroom on Body Composition and Training to Balance Physique and Performance 1:04:17

1M ago1:04:17

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How do you balance getting shredded with peak performance? Can tracking your fitness metrics be the ultimate game-changer in reaching your body composition goals? On this classic episode (a replay of Ep 70), I had Cody McBroom on to share his expertise, his philosophy, and some inside strategies with us for looking like you lift. Cody and I discuss…

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Ep 179: The Real Reasons Your Scale Weight Fluctuates (It's Not Always Fat Gain) with Louise Digby 51:50

1M ago51:50

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What’s the secret behind the fluctuating numbers on your scale? What’s the real deal between weight loss and fat loss? How can you escape the emotional rollercoaster of fat loss and body image? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Louise Digby, a registered nutritional therapist and women’s weight loss expert. She dives deep into the real reaso…

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Quick Wits: Raising Kids to Eat Well (Lessons from a Dad) 9:47

1M ago9:47

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Today, we're diving into a topic that's near and dear to my heart (and my dinner table): raising kids to eat well. As a father of three, I've been through the food fights, the picky eating phases, and the mealtime meltdowns – and I've come out the other side with a few battle scars and a whole lot of wisdom to share. If you're struggling to get you…

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Episode 45- Women Over 35...Stop Making These Mistakes When Fat Loss is the Goal 37:06

1M ago37:06

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Join us in this episode as we discuss some of the biggest mistakes we see women over 35 making. Use the Supplements We Use, Enter code "PHOENIX" at checkout to save 20% off your first order and earn double reward points: https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/4rp46 For free training videos on various topics and a community of like minded women, Join the M…

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Ep 178: Sleep Science - Doing THIS in the Bedroom is Killing Your Fat Loss, Gains, Hormones, & Metabolism 41:29

1M ago41:29

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There is one thing you're doing in the bedroom that might be compromising your gains and your health. No, not that. Or that. Not that either. It's...your sleep routine! Do you really need 7-9 hours of sleep? Can you compensate for poor sleep with diet or exercise? What if you could turbocharge your metabolism, balance your hormones, and redefine yo…

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Quick Wits: Your Stronger, Better Looking, Healthier Doppleganger in the Multiverse (Nerd Alert!) 6:10

2M ago6:10

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Today, we're taking a quantum leap into the realm of science fiction and self-discovery as we explore the concept of the multiverse and how it can help you become your healthiest, most authentic self. If you're a fan of comic books, sci-fi movies, or theoretical physics (and let's be real, who isn't?), you've probably encountered the idea of the mu…

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Food Is Climate and To Reverse Climate Change We Must Eliminate Animal Agriculture with Glen Merzer.

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Friends, you are in for a treat today. I loved this conversation with comedian, screenwriter, podcast host, and author Glen Merzer. Glen has authored or co-authored more than a dozen books with a vegan message. Our primary focus today is Glen’s latest book Food Is Climate: A Response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken, & The Conventional Narrative…

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Bonus Episode: I'm Imperfect (My Body, My Podcast, My Nutrition, My Fitness) and That's OK 20:39

2M ago20:39

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Are you insecure about your body, your fitness, your health, what you eat, your work, the things you do, your life? Is chasing perfection holding you back? We feel like we're being judged all the time, and I wanted to talk about that today and open up about my own imperfections, my own insecurities and how embracing them has been key to my growth. …

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Ep 177: How Anatomy Impacts Your Gut, Muscle Mass, Hormones, and Health with Justin Cottle 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

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What are the common misconceptions about digestion and nutrient absorption? How does training sculpt your muscles, and what’s the hidden connection to your anatomy? Are you ready to discover the hidden dietary implications of your unique body variations? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Justin Cottle, a former lab director at the …

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