Konvos | Keto and Low Carb interviews

It's a special episode of Konvos, featuring Michael Silverstein, AKA @chefmichael.keto, who's back for his third go-round!  We talk all about the party he's planning in Austin during the weekend of KetoCon, his return to Master Chef, and more! Grab tickets to the party right here! Here's his chili chicken verde recipe (my favorite). Be sure to grab copies of BOTH of his amazing cookbooks, New Keto Cooking and New Comfort Cooking. And don't miss him on Master Chef every Wednesday night! Thanks to Perfect Keto for sponsoring this episode! Their 4th of July sale (UNLIMITED BUY 2 GET 1 FREE) runs through July 5th, 2022! And if you're listening to this episode after that, you can still save 20% at https://perfectketo.com with the code KETOAD20.

It's a special episode of Konvos, featuring Eric Weichers and Dave Basile, whose yearly exercise challenge, Holiday Streakers, is back for another year! Be sure to check it out right here, and join my team, weliKETOstreak! It's all for a wonderful cause. Thanks to Super Coffee for sponsoring this episode! You can save 15% at drinksupercoffee.com with the code ADKETO15

I'm beyond excited to have Bella (AKA Steak and Butter Gal) on the podcast today!  She's got a fascinating story.  She spent six years eating a vegan diet, and then switched to carnivore, and saw a major reduction and/or elimination of many of the symptoms that had been plaguing her.   We also talk about her incredible talents as a musician, her stance on fasting and feasting, Montana vacations, and Pulp Fiction!  Here's where you can find her: Instagram (@steakandbuttergal) | Instagram (@opusbella) | YouTube | Her SBG Support Group  Special thanks to this episode's sponsors: Preferred Elements - Be sure to check out their delicious new salted caramel collagen, as well as the other fantastic products over at their website, and when you're there, use the code Konvos to save a cool 10%! Diet Destroyer - Book a free consultation call with Samantha right here, and tell her that I sent you by mentioning the code ADKETOMOM. If you end up working together, she'll shave $100 off the price of the program! Here are some of the things that Bella and I talked about in this episode: Freelee the Banana Girl | Raw Till 4 Diet | Joe Rogan Podcast | KasumiKriss | Egg Pudding! | Mikhaila Peterson | Joe & Charlene Anderson | The Ranch at Rock Creek

This episode of Konvos features Yemeni Mesa of Heka Good Foods!  We talk about his history in the health and fitness industry, and he gives me the inside scoop on some common (yet questionable) ingredients that pop up in a lot of keto products.  Check him out on Instagram at @keto_head! Special thanks to this episode's sponsors: Preferred Elements - Be sure to check out their delicious new salted caramel collagen, as well as the other fantastic products over at their website, and when you're there, use the code Konvos to save a cool 10%! Diet Destroyer - Book a free consultation call with Samantha right here, and tell her that I sent you by mentioning the code ADKETOMOM. If you end up working together, she'll shave $100 off the price of the program! Super Coffee - Their products are absolute staples around here. You can save 15% on your first purchase when you use the code ADKETO15 at checkout! Here are some links to things that Yemeni and I discussed in this episode: Meeting Yemeni at KetoCon 2019 | Dr. Scott Connelly | MetRx | ProMax bars | Dreyer's | Tom Bilyeu's YouTube | Quest Nutrition | Konvos - Deana Karim | Perfect Keto | IQ Bar | Keto Certification process | The Boys | Salvation | The Expanse   

In this episode of Konvos, I'm talking with Crystal Sikes, AKA @the.lady.savage! She's a ketogenic bodybuilder, and co-creator of my favorite keto product, bar none: Keto Brick. Huge thanks to my sponsor Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to check out their delicious new salted caramel collagen, as well as their other fantastic products over at their website, ​and when you're there, use the code KONVOS to save a cool 10%! Here are some of the things that Crystal and I talked about: KetoCon 2019 Dispatch w/Crystal | Planning Compound 2.0 | Compound 2.0 update | New House | Crystal's Show Day | Old School Brick production | Making Bricks today |  Skin care | Acupuncture mat | Weighted Blanket | Escape to River Cottage You can find her here: theladysavage.com | Keto Brick | Live Savage Apparel | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

It was a great pleasure to have my friend Linda Salant on this episode of Konvos! She and I discussed a great many things that we've got in common, including attending college in central New York, having moms who have recently reversed their type 2 diabetes, and our affection for campy movies of the 1980s. As always, a huge thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring Konvos. You can now get their most recent flavor of collagen -- salted caramel -- at their website, and use the code Konvos to save 10% when you're there!  Here are some of the things that we talked about in this episode: CGM Tests with Jon | KetoCon Dispatch: Dr. Berry | My mom is no LONGER pre-diabetic | Steak and Butter Gal | Flash Gordon | Super Fuzz (yeah, the entire thing) | The Neverending Story | Dark Crystal | Say Anything | Breakfast Club | Ferris Bueller | One Crazy Summer | Revenge of the Nerds 

This installment of Konvos features Frank Campanella, AKA Culinary Lion! He's got an incredible story, and is sincerely one of the best dudes you'll ever meet. Special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. You can get some of their incredible new Salted Caramel Collagen over on Amazon. Here are some of the things that Frank and I talked about: Nirvana - Nevermind | Ugly Kid Joe | Liberty vs. Centennial - State Championship | Pushing Mercury - Hit Me Baby One More Time | The Keto Man's Club Podcast | Hilton Head Health | The Complete Guide to Fasting | KetoCon 2019 Day 2 vlog | Gormy on IG | Chef Michael on IG |  Chela on IG |  Konvos - Gormy | Pork Rib Parmesan | Making Pork Rib Parmesan | I Don't Know How But They Found Me - Razamatazz | A Tribe Called Quest - Scenario | The Killers | Muse | Pearl Jam | Pitchfork | Post Malone - Sunflower | Post Malone - Nirvana covers | Post Malone - Joe Rogan | Rush |  Neil Peart - Ghostrider | Beyond the Lighted Stage | Culinary Lion on IG | Culinary Lion on FB | Frank's Grilling site 

Episode 33 of Konvos features my friend Allison Krook, who you may know as @a.keto.girl on Instagram! We talk about her keto journey, her life as an elementary school art teacher, continuous glucose monitoring, mindset, and loads of other stuff!Special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Preferred Elements, who have just released their latest flavor of collagen, SALTED CARAMEL. It's delicious. Here's where you can get some: And here are the fat bombs I've been making using this stuff!Links to some of the things that Allison and I talked about:KetoCon 2019 Playlist | Dry needling | Omaha Keto Summit | Konvos - Jon | Konvos - Frida | Konvos - Robert | Konvos - Gormy | The Daily Stoic | Tao Te Ching | Danny Vega | Strong Sistas | Allison's article on LEVELS | The Five-Minute Journal | Brandon Scott | DJ Webb | One Line A Day | The Great British Baking Show | KawaiiTreatsAndEats

I'm thrilled to have Dale Golden on this episode of Konvos! He's lost over 300 pounds, and really is the king of long-term mindset. Check him out on Instagram right here. As always, thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Save 10% on all of their products with the code Konvos!Thanks as well to Samantha Souza and her Diet Destroyer program for sponsoring this episode. Book a free consultation call with her right here, and tell her that I sent you, by mentioning the code ADKETOMOM. If you end up working together, she'll shave $100 off the price of the program!Here are links to some of the things that Dale and I talked about in this podcast: League of Legends | WoW | Guild Wars 2 | r/keto FAQ | r/ketorecipes | Dale on Gormy's Fat Guy Forum | Konvos - Miles | 90-Day Cut with Jon | Chef Boyardale | Bon Appétit | Enlightened review | Konvos: Deana from Good Dee's | Brain Freeze | McConnell's | Jeni's | Graeter's | Caffeè Panna | Salt & Straw | 1900IceCream on IG | Mark (HackMyKeto) on IG | Thanksgiving Gravy | 30 Rock | Dale shredding some guitar covers | Starcraft Brood War | Rise of Nations | Halo | Unreal Tournament | Half-Life Death Match | Team Fortress 2 

Robby Benson stopped by for an episode of Konvos, and we chatted about a GREAT many things, including his homesteading endeavors (and the fires that nearly destroyed them), the store that he and his wife Kendra run (Explorado Market), as well as sweeteners, eggs, and favorite Radiohead albums! Be sure to check out his IG -- as well as Explorado Market. You can use the code ADKETO2021 to save 20% on your entire order!As always, thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out right here, and save 10% with the code Konvos!Thanks as well to Diet Destroyer, the program that'll help you break the cycle of yo-yo dieting for good! Book a call with Samantha right here. If you end up working together, the code ADKETOMOM will save you $100.  BUUUT!!!  For the rest of January, the code ADKETO21 will save you TWICE as much -- $200!!Here are some of the other things that Robby and I talked about in this episodew.: KetoCon 2019 Dispatch with Robby | Our Paleo Life | Straight Outta Compton | 2 Live Crew | Freestyle Libre | G6 | Lakanto Golden | Omega 6 / Omega 3 article | BJs Grocery Haul | KetoPalooza 2021 | Cold Showers | Radiohead albums | Yellowstone | Konvos w/Telechronn | First Cow | Vampire Weekend | Song Explode | 50K Subscriber Special

I'm so happy that I was finally able to nab my guy Michael (aka @fat_dad_keto) for an episode of Konvos. We talk about his weight loss journey, his incredible goal-setting philosophy, as well as running. Be sure to check out his Instagram.As always, thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out right here, and save 10% with the code Konvos!This episode is also sponsored by Super Coffee!! Their products are absolute staples around here. You can save 15% on your first purchase when you use the code ADKETO15 at checkout!Here are some of the things Michael and I talked about:Butter is not a carb IG | Caveman Keto | All Day I Dream About Food | Keto Karma | Ruled Me | Konvos with AGG | The Keto Dad | Steve (Keto_Pek) | Gormy | Deana | Eli | Miles | Dale | Magic Spoon | Keto Bars | Quest | Good Dee's | Outer Aisle | Carnivore Club | Steak and Butter Gal | Bad Religion Streaming shows | New Rockstars - Breakdown of Mandalorian S2 finale | Clone Wars Season 7 | Star Wars Rebels | Big Mouth | F is for Family | Knives Out | Alien | Eighth Grade | NES Lego Set | Voltron Lego Set | Saturn V Lego Set | Razor Crest Lego Set

I'm really happy to have Frida Teran on this episode of Konvos! She's an MD/PhD student, studying neuroscience! In this episode, we talk ALL about that, as well as her athletic endeavors, her relationship with caffeine, and her Star Wars NERDERY.As always, thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out right here, and save 10% with the code Konvos: https://bit.ly/2KDbeeO Thanks as well to Super Coffee! Use the code ADKETO15 at their website to save 15% on your first order! https://glnk.io/3q86/adketo15Here are some of the things that Frida and I talked about: A brief history of anti-seizure drugs for epilepsy | Charlie Foundation | CGM Talk with Kim Howerton | Jon Shane's YouTube Channel | Fat Fueled Family (Danny & Maura Vega's YT) | Sometimes with Sara

I'm so happy to have newly-minted AUTHOR Chef Michael Silverstein back on the show! He's got an incredible new cookbook called New Keto Cooking, which as of December 8, 2020, is officially OUT! Get it right here.Here are some of the other things we talked about: Konvos Episode 15 w/Chef Michael | Michael's Reddit AMA | Michael's website | Instagram | The Social Dilemma | Schitt's Creek | Queen's Gambit | Chernobyl | Simply the Best | Will & Grace Best momentsBig thanks as always to Preferred Elements for sponsoring Konvos! Go check out their vanilla collagen, along with all of their other great products, and use the code KONVOS to save 10%.Thanks as well to Magic Spoon!  Their high-protein, low-carb cereals are pretty incredible.  Score yourself some free shipping with the code ADK. Guys -- the status of KetoCon 2021 is sorta up in the air, but there's an event happening in San Diego next June that is LOCKED IN, and promises to be a blast.  It's a Keto Community Expo, called KetoPalooza, happening June 5th and 6th, 2021. I'm planning on being there, as are my pals Gormy, Jon, Lauren, and many others.  You can snag a 10% discount with my code -- adketo10 -- right here: https://tinyurl.com/y32v4qsa

This installment of Konvos features my buddy Dave Basile, who you might know better by his former handle, @antigravitygains. He and I talk about the annual exercise challenge that he's part of, called Holiday Streakers. It’s a commitment to doing 15 minutes of intentional exercise every day between Thanksgiving day and New Year’s Day. Be sure to sign up, and when you do, join my team, weliKETOstreak!As always, thanks to my friends at Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out and save 10% when you use the code Konvos!Thanks as well to Enlightened! Save 10% and get free shipping with the code Konvos at www.eatenlightened.com/konvosHere are some things that Dave and I talked about: Dave's profile on Strava | Konvos - Stella | Konvos - Jenn Rosso | The Belly Fat Cure | KetoCon 2019 Playlist | Keto, Cholesterol, and Statins | Ivor Cummins / Dave Feldman | Keto Clarity | Mark Bell | RRCA | Fartleks for beginners | Yasso 800s | Ruck Walking | David Goggins - Can't Hurt Me

This episode of Konvos features Stella Manion, who has lost 250 pounds over the last couple of years. She's a total inspiration. Be sure to check out her Instagram!As always, special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring Konvos. Be sure to check them out at https://preferredketo.com/ . Use the code KONOVS to save 10% on any order!Here are some of the things that Stella and I talked about:Missing Richard Simmons | Konvos - Gormy | Sometimes with Sara | Brandon Glore | Prescription Fitness Personal Training | Bulletproof by Dave Asprey | Konvos - Shan & Dave | Big Steve Big Journey on IG | The Obesity Revolution | Bailey Sarian | The Stand

This episode of Konvos features Deana Karim from Good Dee's Baking Mixes! She was a wonderful guest, and we had a great chat about many topics, keto and otherwise!Special thanks to this episode's sponsors:Preferred Elements - save 10% with the code KONVOS over at https://preferredketo.com/ Enlightened - save 10% and get free shipping with the code KONVOS at www.eatenlightened.com/konvosAlso -- check out Deana's new SIPPING CHOCOLATE, which is now available at http://gooddees.com. Use the code ADKETO when you check out, and you'll save 15%!!Here are some of the things we talked about:Keto For Normies episode 10 | Konvos - Neha |  All Day I Dream About Food | Maria Emmerich | Valentine's Cupcakes | KetoCon 2019 Day 3 Vlog | Mom & Samantha | KetoPalooza 2021 | The Reluctant Trainer | 90-Day Fiancé | Love is Blind | Instant Pot Yogurt | Sophie Renald | John Hodgman

This episode of Konvos features Matt Teck! He's a great dude, and we had a great chat about many topics, keto and otherwise! Special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode -- you can save 10% with the code Konvos right here. Here are some of the things Matt and I discussed:The Keto Zone | Konvos - Jimmy Moore | KEYTO Collagen review | TECKtalks | Coheed & Cambria | Amory Wars | Coheed & Cambria: Second Stage | The Crane Wife | Dave Ramsey | Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee | 23 Hours to Kill | Homestead Rescue | The Masked Singer | Spider-GwenGuys -- the status of KetoCon 2021 is sorta up in the air, but there's an event happening in San Diego next June that is LOCKED IN, and promises to be a blast.  It's a Keto Community Expo, called KetoPalooza, happening June 5th and 6th, 2021. I'm planning on being there, as are my pals Gormy, Jon, Lauren, and many others.  You can snag a 10% discount with my code -- adketo10 -- right here: https://tinyurl.com/y32v4qsa 

This episode of Konvos features Neha Charnalia, whose online specialty store, Switch Grocery, serves and delivers products to people living keto, paleo, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free lifestyles. We talk about her company's beginnings, as well as some recent ups and downs, and what it's been like to be both a new mom AND and entrepreneur at the same time.Special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode - they make one of my very favorite keto products, their vanilla collagen. Be sure check them out right here, and use the code Konvos to save 10%.Here's where you can find Neha:Switch Grocery | Switch on Instagram | The Switchers on Facebook | Switch on Twitter |And here are some of the things we talked about in this episode: @keto.sam.i.am's Egg Loaf | Neha on Keto For Normies |  Neha and Keto Chow | Kellie Foster | 60 Seconds with Neha | KetoCon 2019 Day 3 VLOG |  Konvos - Jimmy Moore 

This episode of Konvos features Jimmy Moore, who's been doing his thing in the low-carb/keto space since 2004. It's always a blast to chat with him.  Find him over at LLVLC.com, and over on IG at @livinlowcarbman. Here are some of the things we chatted about: Oura Ring | Konvos - Gormy | Jimmy Banned | Jimmy Rants - Swap Meat | Konvos - Keto Connect | Swap Meat Study | Wow Chips | Sledgehammer | KetoCon Dispatch - Ken Berry | Joe Rogan | Cardi B Big thanks as always to Preferred Elements for sponsoring Konvos! Go check out their vanilla collagen powder, along with all of their other great products, and use the code KONVOS to save 10%. Thanks as well to Magic Spoon!  Their high-protein, low-carb cereals are pretty incredible.  Score yourself some free shipping with the code ADK. 

This episode of Konvos features Matt Clemente, AKA @lowcarbhighfatfella on Instagram. He's undergone an incredible transformation over the last few years, dropping over 200 pounds. We talk a lot about how he did it, and we also chat a bit about our recent life experiences and changes (dropping our kids off at college).Thanks as always to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this installment of Konvos. You can save 10% with the code Konvos at http://preferredketo.com.Thanks as well to Magic Spoon!  Get free shipping on your order with the code ADK -- check them out right here.Here are some other things we discussed in this episode: Michael Dell | The Low Carb Market / LC Foods | Peloton Bike | Paul Jordaan | The Keto Road | Spartan Race | Keto Coach Lauren | Men's Health article | Jack Studios, NYC | Waitress the Musical | Ucan | Aquachigger 

It's another episode of Konvos, featuring Shan and Dave, a couple of my earliest IG friends. They regale me with tales of their early years, dead batteries, cross-country road trips, and gag reflexes. Check them out on Instagram.As always, I need to give a very special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out here, and used the code ADKETO to save 10%!Thanks as well to Magic Spoon -- use the code ADK for free shipping, right here. Here are some of the things we talked about: Konvos - Gormy | Konvos - Keto Connect | Konvos - Miles | Pa Vesh En | Black Plague Circle | Obscuratatem | Sulfuric Night | Les Legions Noires | Vlad Tepes | The Needle Drop | Ghost | John Maus | Russian Doll | Death Grips | Devo | Talking Heads '77 | White Claw

This episode of Konvos features Jenn Rosso, who was diagnosed with Stage Three Thymoma Cancer in 2019. We discuss that entire experience, from diagnosis to treatment, and we also talk a bit about our involvement in Holiday Streakers, the annual Thanksgiving-through-New Year's Exercise challenge with which we've both been involved over the last few years. Thanks as always to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this installment of Konvos. You can save 10% with the code ADKETO at their website.Thanks as well to Keto Brainz (save 10% with code ADKETO, and get a free mini hand blender AND some mystery keto goodies!) Some other things we discussed in this episode: Keto Connect | HBK - Keto Chocolate Cake | Toney Niko - Konvos | Steve Pekar - Konvos | Good Calories, Bad Calories | Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat | Dead to Me | 90-Day Fiancé | AGG: BROMANCE | Holiday Streakers | Bryce Canyon National Park | Jenn on IG | The Keto Road

This episode of Konvos features Steve Pekar, AKA @keto_pek! We talk about the ups and downs of his keto journey, and we reminisce about some of his antics on Instagram from back in 2017. As always, I need to give a very special thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode. Check them out here, and used the code Konvos to save 10%.Thanks as well to Keto Brainz (save 10% with code ADKETO, and get a free mini hand blender AND some mystery keto goodies!)Here are some of the things we talked about in this episode:Reverse-searing steaks with Steve | Steve's Instagram | FYE | Barenaked Ladies - Gordon | Atkins | Cabbage Soup Diet | ♫ Fat Guy in a Little Coat ♫ | Reddit Keto FAQ | Keto Connect - Reading Mean YouTube Comments | The Keto Dad Life (Scott's channel) | The Keto Dad on IG | Fat Dad Keto on IG | Ketokris on IG | Schitt's Creek | Rick & Morty | Letter Kenny | Steve's Tournament of Fake Keto Product Commercials

Welcome to another episode of Konvos! This time it's Toney Nikolatsopoulos, who's got an incredible story. He came to the ketogenic diet through the perspective of a caregiver. His mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia, and in utilizing a low-carb/ketogenic way of eating, he's not only helped to mitigate (and improve) many of her symptoms, but he's also find a way of eating that works for him and his wife Mel, too.Very special thanks to this episode's sponsors:Preferred Elements (save 10% with code Konvos)Keto Brainz (save 10% with code ADKETO, and get a free mini hand blender AND some mystery keto goodies!)Magic Spoon (use ADK for free shipping)Here's where you can find Toney:@lowcarbwf on IG | @thekdclife on IG | The Knuckle Dragging CaregiverAnd here are some of the things that we talked about in this episode:KetoCon 2019 Dispatch with Toney | Tim Ferriss: The Four-Hour Work Week | Tim Ferriss: The Four Hour Body | The Art and Science of Low-Carb Living | Gary Taubes - Good Calories Bad Calories | Gary Taubes - Why We Get Fat | Gary Taubes - The Case Against Sugar | Rob Wolff - Wired to Eat | Mark Sisson - Keto For Life | Dr. Amen - Spect Scans | KetoCon Dispatch - Dr. Berry | Dr. Ken Berry - Lies My Doctor Told Me | Toney on The Fat Fueled Family Podcast | Cole Robinson on YouTube | Toney on The Keto Man's Club | NCBI | Google Scholar | Keto Clarity | Cholesterol Clarity | JAMA Podcasts | Pub Med Podcasts | NEJM Podcasts | Kahn Academy | Stargate

It's another episode of Konvos, this time with Serein Wu and Chris Ledford! We talk about their journey to a low-carb / keto way of eating, their YouTube channel LedFit, as well as some big news that they recently dropped, and how it's impacted their diets.Thanks as always to Preferred Elements for sponsoring Konvos! They're my go-to for that sweet vanilla collagen. Check them out right here, and use the code ADKETO to save 10% on your order!Here are some links to things we discussed in this episode: Led Fit YouTube channel | Serein's YouTube channel | Chris interviewed me on his YouTube channel | Wrist Workout | Chris & Serein's Keto Journey | Pregnancy Cravings Vlog | Gym Anxiety Tips | Gender Reveal | Samantha's Channel | Health By Serein | Body By Ledford | Kingdom | Never Have I Ever | Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine | Hedwig & The Angry Inch | The Book of Five Rings | The Creator of a Fighting Dynasty

This episode of Konvos features Chef Michael Silverstein, AKA @chefmichael.keto!  He and I had a great chat about his journey to keto, how he's been handling lockdown/quarantine, his recipes (particularly his Gateâu aux Chocolat), elevating keto food to something more than "diet food", and his time as a member of the cast of Master Chef Season 10!Thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode (use 'Konvos' to save 10%).Here's where you can find Michael: Instagram | Website | YouTubeDon't forget -- each episode of Konvos starts out as a YouTube video! You can always check out ANY of these interviews over there -- my guests and I each record ourselves, and then I add images and b-roll. SLICK! You can check this episode with Michael right here, and you can always subscribe here. Here are some of the things we talked about in this episode: Master Chef Season 10 | Crab Cakes that impressed Gordon Ramsay | Keto Polica | KetoCon 2019 YouTube playlist | Gateâu au Chocolat | Gordon Ramsay meme | @keto.ninfem | Michael's Meatloaf | Schitt's Creek | Dead to Me | 

Ben and Brandon from Keto Farms stopped by Konvos this week, and we talked about how they discovered alternative ways of eating, how they met and bonded at an old job, and how they decided to start Keto Farms, their snack mix company!They're also SPONSORING this episode!  Visit Keto Farms on Amazon, and use the code KETOFARMS to save 15% on qualifying items when you purchase one or more (restrictions apply).Here are some other things we talked about:Keto Farms Blog | Dom D'Agostino -- Tim Ferris Podcast | Dom D'Agostino -- Joe Rogan Podcast | Keto Savage Podcast with Ben & Brandon | Nacho Cheddar review | KetoCon 2019 Day 1 Vlog | Pushups Coach | Tiger King | The Last Dance

Prepare yourselves for a great chat with my pal Chela on this episode of Konvos -- we discuss her history with her weight, along with her VSG surgery, travel exploits, and some tips for working from home!Thanks to Preferred Elements for sponsoring this episode (use 'Konvos' to save 10%).Here's where you can find Chela: Instagram | YouTube | MyFitnessPalAnd here are some links to the things we talked about: Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy | Carnivore 75 Hard | Carnivore & Fasting (Lent) | Chela's tips for working from home | The most enormous chicharron ever | Metalocalypse | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Key & Peele | 60-second interviews  Don't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

In this episode of Konvos, I'm talking with Robert Sikes, AKA @ketosavage! He's a ketogenic bodybuilder, and creator of my favorite keto product, bar none: Keto Brick. We discuss his early resourcefulness when it came to bodybuilding, as well as his most recent contest prep, and how he made the most of an abrupt change when his show was canceled.Thanks to Perfect Keto for sponsoring this episode. Use the code 'Konvos' to save 15% off any individual item.Here are some of the things that Robert and I talked about in this episode:Keto Connect: Reading mean YouTube comments | Toasted Almond Coconut Keto Brick | Robert's Show Day | Konvos: Brandon Clark | KetoCon 2019 playlist | Ryan Holiday | Escape to River CottageDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

This episode of Konvos features a chat with my pal Miles Russell, who has had an amazing weight loss / health journey. We discuss the ins and outs of his outlook and mindset on weight loss, as well as our shared experience of working with a coach. We also get into a bit about some of his favorite pieces of pop culture at the moment. Be sure to follow him on Instagram at @telechronn. Thanks to this episode's sponsor, Super Coffee! Save 20% with the code ADKETO20.Here are some of the things that Miles and I mentioned in this video:Gary Taubes - Why We Get Fat | KetoCon 2019 YouTube Playlist | Doom Eternal | DEVS | Ex Machina | Annihilation | Love is Blind | Project Runway | Making the Cut | Great Pottery Throwdown | Nailed It! | MastadonDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

This time on Konvos, it's my dear friend PJ Vogt! We chat about many things in this episode, including how she completely rebranded herself at the age of THREE, and how she dealt with a good amount of bullying throughout her childhood and teen years. We also touch on her low carb / keto journey, her kickass husband Tim, and prioritizing mental health. She's a must-follow on IG -- you can find her at @ketovillainess!This episode is sponsored by The Keto Box (Save $15 with the code ADKETO).Here's some of the stuff that PJ and I talked about: Tetris for the Famicom | The Cuddle Cult | Kirk slaps himself | Kirk kisses and punches an alien lady | Star Trek TNG | A Knight's Tale | Robin Hood (Disney) | TOPS | Celebrate Recovery | Munchkin | Critical Role PodcastDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

I had the great pleasure of talking with my friend Autumn just a couple of weeks before her wedding. We chatted about her keto journey, and how it's helped to mitigate the effects of Crohn's Disease. We also talked about her experiences growing up as a fraternal twin, her recent trip to Paris, KetopaLOUza, and of course, her beau Richard. It was wonderful catching up with her!Thanks to these sponsors: Peak Yogurt (ADKETO saves you 15%)Super Coffee (ADKETO20 saves you 20%)Here are some of the things that Autumn and I talked about in this episode: Her "I'm engaged" video:  Autumn and Richard's wedding | WatchAutumn (where she goes live every morning at 9:30am) | WatchAutumn - Pentatonix | WatchAutumn - Todrick Hall | Two Krazy Ketos | Keto Pa-LOU-za 2020 | Rich Dad, Poor Dad | Brooklyn Nine Nine | The Good Place | Homicide: Life on the Street Don't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

I'm pretty thrilled to have my man Mike Gorman on this episode of Konvos. You may know him better as @gormy_goes_keto on Instagram. He has gone through some absolutely remarkable body transformations -- from 540 pounds at his heaviest, down to 210, back up to 470 -- and now, after some significant life events, and after finding keto and a new mindset, he finds himself at around 205 pounds. His podcast, Fat Guy Forum, is superb, and features men who were (or still are) large dudes, and who face many of the issues that Gormy has.Thanks to these sponsors:Super Coffee (ADKETO20 saves you 20%)Keto Coach (ADKETO saves you 10% on a starter kit)Here are some of the things that Gormy and I talked about:  KetoCon 2019 Day 3 vlog | Keto Clarity | Fitness Confidential | The Obstacle is the Way | Octavia Spencer - The Help | KetoCon 2020 speakers |  House of X / Powers of X | House of M | New Mutants trailer | Demon BearDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

I'm incredibly honored to have my pal Aaron Day on this installment of Konvos! Aaron is the guy behind the uber-popular website/food blog/YouTube channel FatForWeightLoss.  In this episode, we talk about his approach to keto, as well as his new cookbooks and his impressive creative output.Thanks to these sponsors:Preferred Elements (use KONVOS for 10% off)Perfect Keto (use KONVOS for 15% off individual products) Here's where you can find Aaron: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Podcast |And here are some of the things we talked about in this episode: Keto for Beginners with Aaron D. (x2) | FFWL Keto on a Budget vlog series | KetoCon 2019 Dispatch - Kim Howerton | Thomas DeLauer - Good starch vs. Bad starch |  Tim Ferris podcast with Dominic D'Augostino | Three Peaks Race | Sweet Tooth Cookbook | Easy Keto Meal Prep Cookbook | Alpha Publishing | Keto Meal Prep Pro at FFWL | The Flavor Bible | Continuous Glucose Monitor | Phinney & Volek's Art and Science of Low Carb Performance |  Low Carb Bread from Woolworths Australia  | Tycho Don't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

This installment of Konvos features Samantha Souza, who has been following a low-carb / keto diet since 2010, including 15 months on the road with the National and International touring company of the musical RENT. We go into how she stayed keto during that long tour, as well as her experience with all sorts of methods of weight loss. She also talks about her coaching (my MOM is now a client!), some health/lifestyle hacks, and she throws down a couple of pop culture recommendations near the end. Enjoy!Thanks to Explorado Market for sponsoring this episode (use ADKETO to save 20%)Here's where you can find Samantha: Nutrition by Samantha | YouTube | IG | TwitterAnd here are links to other things that we talked about in this episode: Renaissance Periodization | Samantha's Keto Cut Vlog | NASM Certification | Extreme Makeover 2004 | Why Meal Plans Don't Work | Kumail's transformation | Living with Yourself | KetoBrick | Knives Out | JoJo Rabbit | Six The MusicalDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel.  

On this episode of Konvos, I'm chatting with my coach and friend Jonathan Shane! We talk about his struggles with bulimia and body dysmorphia, as well as what it was like in the aftermath of his first bodybuilding competition. We also touch on his latest endeavors as The Keto Road and his work in the Philippines.Big thanks to Magic Spoon for sponsoring this episode! Use 'ADK' for free shipping.Here are Jon's links, as well as some other things that we talked about in this episode:Website | YouTube | IG | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Tik Tok  | Brandon Carter | Keto Savage Don't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel.  

Over the last few years, Ben Phelps has lost around 150 pounds through many low-carb ways of eating, including paleo, keto, and carnivore. In this episode of Konvos, we talk about his story, including the challenges of working a job that required a very long commute, the resignation mindset that came along with it, and his current obsession with Brazilian jiu-jitsu.Thanks to The Keto Box for sponsoring this episode (use ADKETO to save $15) Here's where you can find Ben, as well as links to some of the things we talked about in this episode:Website| Instagram| Podcast | Tik Tok | YouTube | Mark Sisson's Primal Blueprint | Keto and Cholesterol | My KetoCon 2019 Day 2 Vlog (which ends with Ben, Tori, and me hanging out at Fogo De Chao)| The Witcher on NetflixDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

I had the great pleasure of talking to Matt and Megha (and baby Theo) from Keto Connect in November of 2019, right before Thanksgiving. We had a great chat about keto's growing popularity, the recent refresh of their food blog, their new paid site The Curve, their cookbooks, and how parenthood has been treating them.  Thanks these sponsors:Preferred Elements (use 'Konvos' to save 10%)Super Coffee (use 'ADKETO20' to save 20%)Here are some of the things we talked about in this episode:YouTube | IG | Keto Made Easy | Keto Made Easy (50 Day Guide) | Their Food Blog | Keto Bars video from 2017ish |  A KC collab from WAY back | And a more recent oneDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

On this episode of Konvos, I chat with Sahil Makhija from Headbanger's Kitchen! We talk about how he came to find keto, the creation of his new cookbook KETO LIFE, and his favorite metal artists and albums.This episode is sponsored by Peak Yogurt -- use the code ADKETO to save 15%!Here are some of the things that Sahil and I talked about in this episode:Headbanger's Kitchen | HBK YouTube | HBK IG | Workshop (Sahil's Comedy Rock band) | Sahil's appearance on The Keto Savage Podcast | Keto Chocolate Cake | His Butter Chicken recipe video, featuring his dad Don't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

My very first guest is Brandon Clark, product manager at Keto Brick. We talk about what brought him to keto, how changing his diet helped with his PTSD, and how he navigates exercise and nutrition as busy dad of five. We also touch on his recent victory at the first annual NAKA bodybuilding competition, and what a day in his life at the Savage Compound looks like.Thanks to these sponsors:Explorado Market (ADKETO for 20% off)Keto Coach (ADKETO for 10% off a starter kit)Here are some of the things that Brandon and I talked about in this episode:Brandon's Instagram | EAS Body for Life | Strong Medicine | Jason Wittrock's Top Five Keto Mistakes | Keto Savage | The video that Brandon couldn't stop thinking about | Keto Brick Review | NAKA | Robert and Brandon talking about his win at NAKA | Peanut Butter Keto Brick Review | Undersun Resistance Bands | KetoCon 2019 Playlist | Deeper State KetoDon't forget -- each episode of this podcast starts out at a YouTube video! You can always check them out over on my channel. 

Welcome to the audio podcast version of Konvos! In this short intro episode, I talk about my weight loss story, and how the ketogenic diet helped me lose (and keep off) 80 pounds, after decades of yo-yo dieting.