Best Skinny With Mike Podcasts (2024)

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Q&A: Sleep Strategies for Late Nights, Skinny Leg Solution, Microdosing Caffeine, & More 27:32

2d ago27:32

27:32

In this episode, I tackle a variety of questions ranging from training and supplementation, to the threat of AI towards humanity. I discuss how to grow skinny legs efficiently, how to optimize your sleep and wake-up time after a late night, whether hyperextensions are a good exercise, and a lot more. As always, these questions come directly from my…

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Thursday Retrospective 2:00:39

4d ago2:00:39

2:00:39

Thanks to the suggestion of one of our listeners on Discord, today we're doing a retrospective of one of Mike's favorite bands, New Jersey darling's Thursday. They were one of the pioneers of the second wave of emo during the 2000s and have since influenced a ton of bands that we all have come to love, including My Chemical Romance. Join us as we g…

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Liquid Death and Dollar Shave Investor Mike Jones 28:45

19h ago28:45

28:45

Jones is founder of studio and venture fund Science Inc. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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“Navigating a Career in Counterterrorism as a Muslim – with Angie Gad” 1:06:56

3d ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Summary Angie Gad (LinkedIn, Website) joined Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss her career in intelligence analysis. Angie is a first-generation Egyptian-American. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The role of state fusion centers to national intelligence How counterterrorism analysis evolved after 9/11 The connections between ISIS and Far Right Extremis…

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Mike Israetel on Mike Mentzer’s “Heavy Duty” HIT Training 53:08

10d ago53:08

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Mike Mentzer's high-intensity training (HIT) method has been experiencing a resurgence in popularity lately, but does the science support its effectiveness? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mike Israetel to get his take on the pros and cons of Mentzer's Heavy Duty Workout approach. In case you're not familiar with Dr. Mike, he's a repeat guest on t…

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“The Foundations of American Intelligence in WWI” – with Mark Stout 1:17:56

10d ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Summary Mark Stout (X; LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss his new book, World War I and the Foundations of American Intelligence. Mark Stout is a former intelligence analyst and former SPY Historian. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The first American intelligence “agencies” Codebreaking during WWI The American Protective League and spy …

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Sum 41 Retrospective 2:09:40

11d ago2:09:40

2:09:40

Sum 41 is a band that we all have known and have been around for more than 24 years now! With the release of their final album, Heaven :x: Hell, we thought it was a good time to take a look back at this often overlooked band and reminisce on the albums that surprised for their meaningfulness and complexity as well as the albums that once let them s…

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How My Coaching Helped Luke Lose 43 Lbs in 8 Months 1:11:31

18d ago1:11:31

1:11:31

In this episode, I talk with Luke, who achieved a dramatic body transformation through Legion’s one-on-one coaching program. Luke had struggled with his weight for over a decade, experiencing short-term success through extreme dieting and cardio, only to regain the weight. However, working with his Legion coach, he learned to focus on consistency a…

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“The Director-General of NZ Security Intelligence Service” – with Andrew Hampton 1:16:25

17d ago1:16:25

1:16:25

Summary Andrew Hampton joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss intelligence in New Zealand. Andrew is the Director General of the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The New Zealand Intelligence Community How geography effects national security The lasting impact of the Christchurch Mosque attacks New Zealand’s r…

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The Godfather of Israeli Cybersecurity 14:18

21d ago14:18

14:18

Shlomo Kramer created Check Point and now Cato Networks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Dr. Stuart Phillips on Optimizing Protein Intake for Muscle Growth 1:00:30

25d ago1:00:30

1:00:30

How much protein can your body actually use in one sitting? Is there an upper limit to muscle protein synthesis? Does protein timing really matter? If you're serious about gaining muscle, you've likely asked these questions and many more like them. To help answer these questions, I interviewed Dr. Stuart Phillips, a world-renowned protein researche…

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“I Helped Solve the Final Zodiac Killer Cipher” – with David Oranchak 1:18:35

24d ago1:18:35

1:18:35

Summary David Oranchak (X, LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss his work helping to solve the 340 Zodiac cipher. Dave is a software developer and avid puzzle solver. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The difference between codes and ciphers The cryptological methods used by the Zodiac killer The history of cryptography and its importance to…

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The Greatest Song In The World: Part XIII (feat. TTNG, Rhapsody, General Fiasco, From First To Last, and Dave Matthews Band) 2:21:45

25d ago2:21:45

2:21:45

Welcome back to The Greatest Song In The World, our recurring monthly segment in which we and members of our audience submit some of our all-time favorites in search of The Greatest Song In The World! This month, we’ve got five great nominees thanks in part to some of our listeners and friends of the show! Please continue to stay subscribed to the …

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Elad Gil: The Most Sought-After Angel Investor in the Valley 10:59

29d ago10:59

10:59

Gil was some of the first money into Airbnb, Stripe and Pinterest. This episode was first released on February 12, 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Q&A: Training For Explosiveness, Genetics & Vascularity, Electrolyte Supplements, & More 23:55

1M ago23:55

23:55

In this episode, I tackle a diverse array of questions from my dedicated Instagram followers, ranging from optimizing muscle explosiveness, to the influence of genetics on vascularity. I’ll also get into the age-old debate of zone 2 cardio versus high-intensity interval training, the benefits of beetroot for exercise performance, and the impact of …

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“Bond After Fleming, the Continuation of an Icon” – with Mark Edlitz 1:12:11

1M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

Summary Mark Edlitz (X, LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss how James Bond lived on in literature after the death of Ian Fleming. Mark is an author and pop culture expert. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The original Fleming novels Intellectual property and author’s rights to iconic characters The evolution of Bond as a literary characte…

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Is This Good?! - feat. Music From Richard Marx and John Parr 2:20:15

1M ago2:20:15

2:20:15

After a brief hiatus, we’re back! Thank you for continuing to stick around and show your support while Mike needed some time off to care for his wife. On this week’s episode, we’re trying out a new segment we’re calling “Is This Good?!” in which Mike and Adam submit a song that they love, despite its flaws, and debate the song’s merits before final…

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Bornstein's Rule of 30 18:21

1M ago18:21

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Investor Howard Bornstein on shaking up industries. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Harry Barnes on Overcoming Fat Loss Plateaus 1:18:59

1M ago1:18:59

1:18:59

Are you doing everything right but still not seeing progress on the scale? If you're eating in a calorie deficit, training hard, and still not losing weight, don't worry—you're not alone. And more importantly, there are solutions. In this episode, I talk with Harry Barnes, who not only has 12 years of experience helping clients break through fat lo…

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“The Skinny on American Intelligence & the Law” – with D.C. “Super Lawyer” Mark Zaid 1:13:35

1M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

Summary Mark Zaid (X, LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss American intelligence and the law. You’ve heard of a “lawyer to the stars,” Mark is the “lawyer to the spies” What You’ll Learn Intelligence The quirks of being a lawyer in this space How the Espionage Act works in practice The trial of the Rosenbergs The origins of FOIA and its …

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Layne Norton on Exposing Fitness Pseudoscience and Misinformation 1:31:32

2M ago1:31:32

1:31:32

In the age of social media, it's easier than ever to fall victim to fitness misinformation. From fad diets to questionable supplements, how can you tell what's legit and what's just clever marketing? In this episode, Layne Norton shares his strategies for identifying pseudoscience and making informed decisions about your health and fitness. In case…

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Telling Americans About China (and Intelligence) – with Sara Castro 1:13:38

2M ago1:13:38

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Summary Dr. Sara Castro (LinkedIn, Bio) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the history of US-China diplomacy. Sara is an Associate Professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The Dixie Mission The history of US-China relations dating back to the Opium Wars China’s involvement with the OSS during WW…

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Cal Newport on the Case for “Slow Productivity” 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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In today's fast-paced world, the chase for more—more output, more success, more everything—often leads to burnout and dissatisfaction. What if there was a better way? In this episode, I interview Cal Newport, who offers a refreshing perspective on the productivity conversation. Specifically, he introduces the concept of slow productivity, a method …

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The James Bond Collector - with Mike VanBlaricum 1:14:13

2M ago1:14:13

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Summary Mike VanBlaricum (X; LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss his journey as a James Bond fanatic and collector. Mike is the President of the Ian Fleming Foundation. What You’ll Learn Intelligence How Mike became an obsessive James Bond collector with 10,000 artifacts Mike’s favorite Bond cars, movies, and books How From Russia with …

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Q&A: Optimal Cardio for Heart Health, Intermittent Fasting Update, How to Find Your Passion, & More 40:36

2M ago40:36

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In this episode, I answer your questions about optimizing strength and hypertrophy phases, whether the latest research changes my view on intermittent fasting, and how much cardio is ideal for heart health. Plus, I offer advice for new personal trainers, discuss my thoughts on how to find your life’s purpose and career path, and a lot more. As alwa…

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A CIA Psychologist on the Minds of World Leaders, Pt. 2 with Dr. Ursula Wilder 1:09:34

2M ago1:09:34

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Summary Dr. Ursula Wilder (LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the intersections between psychology and intelligence. Ursula is a clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience working at the Central Intelligence Agency. What You’ll Learn Intelligence How psychology can be useful to national security Historical examples of le…

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The Skinny With TPB's Bharat Vasan 25:36

2M ago25:36

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Vasan's experience with Ozempic and how GLP-1s may affect the food industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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What Are NMN Supplements and Do They Really Work? 25:12

2M ago25:12

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Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is often touted as the frontier of anti-aging supplements, promising not just more years of life, but better quality ones. With bold claims of enhancing lifespan and slowing down aging, to improving physical performance, body composition, and brain health, NMN has captured the attention of both consumers and scient…

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A CIA Psychologist on the Minds of World Leaders, Pt. 1 with Dr. Ursula Wilder 1:13:33

2M ago1:13:33

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Summary Dr. Ursula Wilder (LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the intersections between psychology and intelligence. Ursula is a clinical psychologist with over two decades of experience working at the Central Intelligence Agency. What You’ll Learn Intelligence How psychology can be useful to national security Historical examples of le…

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Lyle McDonald on the Truth About Training to Failure 1:34:16

2M ago1:34:16

1:34:16

The debate around training to muscular failure has raged for decades. Is it necessary? Is it practical? Is it safe? Expert opinion is all over the map, ranging from one extreme of low-volume, maximum-intensity, “beyond-failure” training to the other of high-volume, low-intensity, “never-even-close-to-failure” training; and every degree and permutat…

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