Podcasts about Aesthetics

In this episode, host Anji joins Melissa Delfino to expose the hidden owner dependency that keeps many successful aesthetic practices from becoming truly scalable. Melissa explains why a busy, profitable practice can still become operationally paralyzed when every decision flows through the founder. The conversation breaks down the 30-day owner absence test, including how to track interruptions, identify recurring decision bottlenecks, define authority boundaries, and build dashboards around complications, productivity, patient volume, supplies, and retention. Melissa's framework turns operational failures into SOPs, training opportunities, and clearer ownership. She also shares the Rosebud-Thorn leadership exercise and explains why consistency—not memory, personality, or constant oversight—is what creates a resilient practice.

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+).   In this episode the guys break down 5 signs that fitness fanatics specifically need to eat more and move less — feeling chronically worn out, sacrificing more important things for workouts and diet, staying super lean all the time with no flexibility, not improving any objective performance metric in a long time, and workouts no longer being joyful. They also get into Adam's new solo cooking ritual using Our Place pans and why it turned from a chore into something he looks forward to, Corinne's update as a top Mind Pump trainer who has finally committed to adding muscle after years of staying chronically lean, Justin's incredible weekend experience at a multi-day program, Adam getting back together with Katrina after a rough week of stress and house prep, Justin's son Everett watching the Odyssey movie and losing his mind over it, and Sal having another ghost experience at home. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   SPONSORS   Our Place (cookware): https://fromourplace.com Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off sitewide. Forever chemical free, titanium nonstick, 100-day trial with free returns. Adam discusses using the Always Pan for his solo mushroom cooking sessions.   Kion (essential amino acids): https://getkion.com/mindpump 20% off automatically applied at checkout. High leucine EAA formula — clinically shown to stimulate muscle protein synthesis between meals without extra calories or digestion load.   Troscriptions: https://troscriptions.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off first order. Medical grade buccal supplements.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 2:10 - 5 signs fitness fanatics need to eat more and move less 3:51 - Sign 1: You are chronically worn out and never fully recovering 9:28 - Sign 2: You sacrifice more important things for workouts and diet 15:43 - Sign 3: You are super lean all the time with zero flexibility 19:02 - Sign 4: You have not improved objective performance in a long time 21:28 - Sign 5: Your workouts are no longer joyful — it is a grind 23:59 - Adam's solo cooking ritual with Our Place pans — how a chore became something he loves 28:29 - Corinne's update — top Mind Pump trainer finally committing to building muscle after years of staying too lean 33:53 - Justin's incredible multi-day weekend program experience and the inflammation difference it made 41:13 - Adam and Katrina's stressful week, house back on the market and getting back on the same page 45:14 - Justin's son Everett watches the Odyssey and loses his mind — the hidden gem movie debate 47:37 - Sal has another ghost experience at home 1:05:45 - Caller: Paul (Ontario) — fitness fanatic, overtrained, needs to dial back and trust the process 1:14:48 - Caller: Ryan (Ohio) — 36-year-old getting married in July, wants fat loss, needs a strength-first approach 1:37:35 - Caller: Melissa (Nebraska) — 43-year-old returning to fitness, metabolism needs rebuilding, gets reverse diet strategy 1:53:54 - Caller: Meredith (Texas) — long time listener, complex history, gets individualized programming advice  

Tom is so aesthetic, and Molly is seeing millennial optimism. Then Tom is feeling kinda chic, while Molly has attained 99 aura.LINKS:Millennial optimism99 auraCalling something "aesthetic" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September brings a change in seasons—and, after more than 30 years in practice, Dr. Steven Davis has noticed it also brings some very predictable questions from patients. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Revolution, Dr. Davis discusses three areas that tend to receive more attention as summer winds down: changing skin lesions, post-summer skin rejuvenation, and hair thinning or hair loss. First, Dr. Davis explains why changes in a skin lesion shouldn't simply be ignored. Changes in pigmentation, growth, itching, bleeding, or a lesion that returns after previously being treated are all reasons to have the area appropriately evaluated. Regular dermatologic skin checks remain important, particularly when something has noticeably changed. Next, he turns to one of the most popular post-summer treatments at Davis Cosmetic Plastic Surgery: laser resurfacing. Months of sun exposure can leave behind pigmentation, freckles, textural changes, and visible sun damage on the face, neck, décolleté, hands, and other exposed areas. Different laser technologies can address different concerns and help refresh the appearance and quality of the skin. Finally, Dr. Davis discusses another concern that often comes into focus this time of year: hair loss and thinning. Hair restoration doesn't automatically mean hair transplant surgery. Depending on the type and extent of hair loss, today's options may include PRP, regenerative treatments, light-based therapies, and other non-surgical approaches designed to support scalp and hair health. When an area has experienced more significant hair loss, transplantation may provide another option by relocating viable hair follicles from one area of the scalp to another. The takeaway? September can be an ideal time to reassess what changed over the summer and start thinking about your skin and hair differently as you head into fall.

What does a Pediatric ICU nurse and a med spa owner have in common? More than you'd think — and it's all one squiggly career.Alyssa D'Arcy went from caring for critically ill children to building her own aesthetics practice, and the thread connecting it all is the same: a deep commitment to helping people feel their best. In this episode, she pulls back the curtain on what aesthetic medicine actually looks like when it's done right — and it's far from the Instagram trends and quick-fix culture most people associate with it.Colleen and Ashleigh dig into the real conversation around aesthetic medicine: the stigma, the safety questions, and the shift toward full-body wellness that includes hormones, women's health, and longer, more intentional consultations. Alyssa breaks down how to vet a provider, why credentials matter more than a social media following. Whether you're curious about aesthetics, navigating your own career squiggle, or just want to hear from someone doing things differently — this one's worth your time.Connect with Alyssa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-d-arcy-5a0799b6/Follow ALDA: https://www.instagram.com/aldaaestheticsWork with MaxadyReady for your next step? Maxady helps you find the role that fits your skills, your life, and your squiggle.Connect with Your HostsColleen DelVecchio → LinkedInAshleigh Beadle → LinkedInSubscribe & Leave a ReviewKnow someone navigating a redundancy or career transition? Send them this episode. And if you haven't left a review yet, it helps more people find the show when they need it most.

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes hosts the Milestones in Motion transformation contest during the Dental Success Summit 2026, featuring powerful stories from Dental Success Institute members who have created major growth in their practices and personal lives. Dr. Josh Hall shares how DSI helped him shift from scarcity to abundance, expand into a larger facility, build a stronger team, and create more time for family experiences.  Dr. Kelly Grubbs and Dr. Marianne Weatherford discuss how partnership, culture, systems, and faith over fear helped them transform Ridge Dental and Aesthetics while navigating real-life challenges. Dr. Andrew Kung and Kathy Lin share how Vitality Dental evolved from a scratch startup into a healthier, more team-led practice, while Dr. Mary Margaret Vaughn tells her inspiring story of taking big leaps before feeling ready, expanding her practice, building systems, growing her team, and creating more freedom while raising two sets of twins. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Per-unit pricing for neuromodulators feels logical because that's how you buy the product. But it can create billing anxiety, invite negotiation, and keep patients focused on units instead of results.  In this solo episode, I break down how per-area pricing can improve the patient experience and make revenue more predictable. We'll look at margins, EMR data, and how to price around outcomes without guessing. Patients Shouldn't Be Doing Math in the Chair  When patients have to calculate units during a consultation, price becomes part of the treatment decision. They may ask for fewer units to stay on budget, which can compromise the result. Flat upper face, lower face, or full face pricing shifts the conversation back to the outcome and lets the injector recommend what's appropriate. Build Flat Pricing From Your Own Data  Don't pick a flat rate because it sounds cleaner. Start with your numbers:  Pull average usage by treatment area from your EMR  Include product, labor, injector commission, and membership discounts  Calculate loaded cost and target gross margin  Keep per-unit pricing where precision treatments need it  Some appointments will run higher and some lower. What matters is that the averages come from real usage and the margin holds.  (00:04:35) Pricing concerns in cosmetic procedures (00:07:36) Managing patient expectations and value (00:13:22) Benefits of flat pricing (00:16:06) Shifting toward outcome-based pricing  Take Negotiation Out of the Treatment Room  Patients should be deciding whether the treatment plan fits their goals and budget—not negotiating units with the injector. Clear pricing gives your team more room to educate and recommend the right treatment. Predictable Pricing Makes Growth Easier  Price from actual usage and your full cost structure, and you'll get cleaner margins, more predictable revenue, and fewer cash flow surprises. As you scale, a repeatable pricing model is also easier to train and use across providers. Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:    Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence. She is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/   Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein   Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn   Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/   The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

Watch the full episode here: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com/p/ru420-luca-di-gregorio-on-lacan-in Rendering Unconscious is now at Substack: https://renderingunconscious.substack.com RU420: DR LUCA DI GREGORIO ON LACAN IN ITALY: CLINIC, POLITICS, AESTHETICS Rendering Unconscious welcomes Dr. Luca Di Gregorio to the podcast! He's here to talk about his new book Lacan in Italy: Clinic, Politics, Aesthetics (2025). https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-91528-4 Rendering Unconscious episode 420. On this episode, Luca discusses his book, Lacan in Italy: Clinic, Politics, Aesthetics (2025), which explores the reception and impact of Lacanian psychoanalysis in Italy. Luca elaborates on the ways in which his doctoral project expanded from the aesthetic domain to include clinical, political, and social aspects. He highlights the mainstreaming of psychoanalysis in Italy, its public discourse, and the contributions of Italian Lacanians like Massimo Recalcati. Luca emphasizes the transformative power of psychoanalysis, its integration into medical education, and shares his own personal journey. We also touch upon the potential for psychoanalysis to address contemporary issues and the importance of cross-cultural exchange in psychoanalytic thought. Luca Di Gregorio is Senior Teaching Fellow in Medical Education in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton, UK, and Deputy Director of the Southampton Centre for Medical and Health Humanities. News & events: Next up at RU Center, The Poetry of Psychoanalysis series with author and astrologer Emmalea Russo continues September 6th on DH Lawrence and his Fantasia of the Unconscious for the Autumn Equinox: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/renderingunconsciouscenterforpsychoanalysis/2315469 September 12th is the final class in my Intro to Psychoanalysis year long course! We'll focus on Frantz Fanon and liberation psychology, and take a look at Thomas Szasz, R.D. Laing and the anti-psychiatry movement, as well as Patricia Gherovici's The Puerto Rican Syndrome. That will set us up nicely for what we're diving into next: a close reading of From the Clinic to the Streets: Psychoanalysis for Revolutionary Futures (2026) by Dr. Lara Sheehi. Paid subscribers at RU Center for Psychoanalysis Substack gain access to these and all RU Center events! https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com Rendering Unconscious is also a book: Rendering Unconscious: Psychoanalytic Perspectives, Politics & Poetry vols 1:1 & 1:2 (Trapart Books, 2024): https://amzn.to/4sOqSEu Thank you for being a paid subscriber to Rendering Unconscious Podcast. It makes my work possible. If you are so far a free subscriber, thanks to you too. Please consider becoming a paid subscriber to gain access to all the material on the site, including new, future, and archival podcast episodes. It's so important to maintain independent spaces free from censorship and corporate influence. If you are interested in pursuing psychoanalytic treatment or supervision with me, please feel free to contact me directly: www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ As always, huge thanks to Carl Abrahamsson for providing the intro and outro music for Rendering Unconscious Podcast. https://linktr.ee/CarlAbrahamsson The song at the end of this episode is "Transmit" from the album "Dream exploded". https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com/album/dream-exploded-7 Support indie artists and musicians! Visit Pete's Bandcamp: https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com Our music is also available at Spotify and other streaming services. https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xKEE2NPGatImt46OgaemY Links to everything can be found at: https://linktr.ee/renderingunconscious Enjoy! Thank You.

In this episode, W. David O. Taylor joins me to talk about To Set the World Aflame and the artist's calling to bear witness to the fullness of God's creation. Artists work with the sensory, the imaginative, the emotional, the metaphorical, the material stuff of the world, and in doing so they help the rest of us see what's actually there. We talk about what an artist really is, why belovedness comes before output, and how the calling has shifted across centuries without losing its center. We linger on abundance: seven thousand kinds of apples, more wine than anyone could drink, a God who delights in more than enough.W. David O. Taylor is Associate Professor of Theology & Culture at Fuller Theological Seminary and the author of ten books, including For the Beauty of the Church: Casting a Vision for the Arts and To Set the World Aflame: How Artists Bear Witness to the Fullness of God's Creation. An Anglican priest, he has written for The Washington Post, The Gospel Coalition, Religion News Service, and Christianity Today, among others, and has contributed scholarly essays to the T&T Clark Companion to Theology and the Arts, Theology, Modernity and the Visual Arts, and Contemporary Art and the Church. He served on the board of Christians in the Visual Arts and is part of a three-year scholarly project, "Theology and the Visual Arts," hosted by King's College London. He lives on twenty-one acres of land east of Austin with his artist wife (Phaedra) and children. He posts about art and faith on Substack (@wdavidotaylor) and Instagram (@davidtaylor_theologian).David's Book:To Set the World AflameConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeSupport the podcast and the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Support the show

 summary In this episode, Dr. Christopher Wolfe discusses ocular aesthetics and the science behind Oculus with Dr. Brenda Fonseca from MacU Health. They explore how skincare ingredients work, clinical expectations, and practical ways for eye care professionals to incorporate aesthetic treatments into their practice. ---------------------- For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts  Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

If you are feeling stuck right now, caught between styling ideas, colour palettes and hire decisions, and not sure what to commit to first, I've got something I want you to hear.It sounds unrelated, but I assure you, what I learned this week at a high school book week awards night just might be able to help you find perspective and a solid direction with your wedding planning too.It's shifted the way I think about that stuck feeling I sometimes find myself in, the same one so many of you describe to me whether you're trying to lock in a theme or make an important decision for your wedding.I'm going to share the full story from that award night, why it made me rethink the pressure around the seemingly endless wedding decisions you need to make, and what you can lean into instead of day drinking, eating your feelings or calling the whole thing off.Resources Mentioned:Send Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*-----Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:hello@unbridely.com

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down the dangers of GLP-1 drugs — covering who they are actually for, who they are not for, the real risks including muscle loss, bone density decline and gastroparesis, and the only right way to use them with resistance training and behavioral change. They also get into Sal's Collective shoes situation that led into an unexpected swinger conversation, the new federal income brackets and what it says about inflation, why owning a home is quietly becoming a luxury not a right, a massive 236-country demographic study showing global fertility has fallen below replacement rate for the first time in 60,000 years, why going to church is the biggest predictor of economic upward mobility, and the guys sharing their personal Caldera Lab favorites. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Caldera Lab (skincare): https://calderalab.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP20 for 20% off. Over 90% of trial participants reported reduced fine lines, wrinkles and healthier skin. All natural, works with your skin's microbiome.   Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol: https://zbiotics.com/MINDPUMP26 Code: MINDPUMP26 for 15% off first purchase (one-time or subscription). World's first genetically engineered probiotic that breaks down acetaldehyde in the gut before it causes next-day issues.   Super Patch: https://mindpump.superpatch.com No code needed, use URL for $30 off. Patches for pain (Freedom), mobility (Liberty), sleep (REM), focus (Focus) and mood (Joy).   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:09 - GLP-1 drugs are killing people — and they're not the panacea everyone thinks 5:17 - Who GLP-1 is actually for and who is using it wrong 11:44 - The risks: muscle loss, bone density, gastroparesis and behavioral dependency 16:14 - The only right way to use GLP-1 — resistance training, protein and behavior change 27:58 - Sal's Collective shoes situation — and the unexpected swinger conversation 37:24 - New federal income brackets and what they reveal about real inflation 41:00 - Why owning a home is quietly becoming a luxury rather than a right 48:10 - 236-country study: global fertility below replacement rate for the first time in 60,000 years 51:18 - Church attendance as the single biggest predictor of economic upward mobility 54:30 - The guys share their personal Caldera Lab favorites 1:11:40 - Caller: Kennedy (Missouri) — returning caller, up from 1,600 to 2,800 calories, strength gains 1:21:24 - Caller: RSI (Colorado) — 6-7 years lifting, approaching intermediate plateau, needs a program change 1:29:48 - Caller: Autumn (Ohio) — no lower body strength progress in 2 years after a lean phase 1:37:10 - Caller: Hunter (Utah) — training around a recurring injury, wants to stay consistent

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down whether a good gym actually makes a difference — covering convenience, cleanliness, and culture as the three things the gym industry has identified as the real drivers of consistency. They cover why 24 Hour Fitness put gyms within ten miles of each other on purpose, why culture matters more than equipment, why CrossFit proved that a grimy box with no air conditioning can beat a fully equipped luxury gym, and why the right culture depends entirely on where you are in your fitness journey. They also get into new probiotic research showing measurable effects on strength, endurance and fat loss through improved amino acid availability, gut wall permeability in athletes, and CNS firing efficiency, why gluten sensitivity is more common than people realize and how to know if it's affecting your results, the famous Nun Study from the 1980s showing nuns with full Alzheimer's pathology who still scored perfectly on cognitive tests, why their voices have all gotten lower over ten years of podcasting, and the new Mind Pump Hormones community on Skool replacing their Facebook forum. Then they answer questions from Instagram.   MP Hormones Skool Community (free): https://skool.com/mindpumphormones Moderated peptide and hormone therapy discussion with medical professionals.   SPONSORS   Seed Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP for 25% off your first month. Probiotics discussed on air — emerging data on strength gains, endurance and fat loss through gut health optimization.   Hiya (kids' multivitamin): https://hiyahealth.com/MINDPUMP 50% off first order. Zero sugar, non-GMO, vegan, allergy-free. The only kids multivitamin the guys recommend.   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 1:46 - Does a good gym actually make a difference? 8:48 - The three things that predict gym consistency: convenience, cleanliness and culture 11:06 - Why CrossFit proved culture beats equipment every time 17:43 - Why the right culture depends on where you are in your journey 23:12 - Why Orange Theory consistency is worth celebrating before evolving 27:27 - New probiotic research showing measurable effects on strength, endurance and fat loss 31:05 - Leaky gut is more common in athletes than the general public — why 34:10 - How gluten sensitivity shows up as low-level systemic inflammation without you realizing it 45:32 - The famous Nun Study — brains full of Alzheimer's pathology, perfect cognitive scores 59:34 - Mind Pump Hormones community is moving from Facebook to Skool 1:02:20 - Q&A: How to progress in a squat when you're already strong and in a deficit 1:05:04 - Q&A: Traditional sauna vs. infrared — which one has the science behind it? 1:08:13 - Q&A: If muscles grow through rest, how do bodybuilders train 6-7 times a week? 1:12:55 - Q&A: How long should you give a calorie deficit before expecting to see results?

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. In this episode the guys sit down with seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath for a wide-ranging conversation covering the military, faith, bodybuilding and business. Phil shares stories from years of USO tours — including a trip to Guantanamo Bay with the Most Interesting Man in the World, drinking the ceremonial grog three times at a Medal of Honor ceremony, and training with Marines on base. He breaks down how being a hyper responder shaped his approach to PEDs (less is more), the problem with influencers recommending a gram of testosterone or 400-500mg of Trenbolone to beginners, why he believes GLP-1s are essentially cheating in competition prep, why he thinks no one in the open division is bringing diet face anymore, how barbell rows and training back twice a week transformed his physique, the mental shift from training angry to training joyful after his faith walk, his four and a half years of depression post-retirement, how he turned down Hollywood roles he felt were degrading, and his anticipation of becoming a father for the first time at 46. The guys also get into bodybuilding prize money history — from $100K and a Hummer in the early Arnold years to Arnold and the Olympia now bidding against each other toward $750K and beyond.   Vita Bella / MP Hormones: https://mphormones.com Book a complimentary 10-minute consultation to find out if Vita Bella is right for you. Consultation: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/alever/marketing-membership-consultation Or use code MINDPUMP365 to start your annual membership and receive a free blood panel and gift.   GUEST LINKS   Phil Heath: https://www.instagram.com/philheath Phil's app and coaching: launching soon — follow @philheath for updates   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 1:59 - Phil's USO tours — Guantanamo Bay, Medal of Honor ceremonies and training with Marines 9:32 - How Phil is training now — 3-4 days a week, eating twice a day and prepping to have a kid 17:23 - Being a hyper responder — why Phil used less than most people think 23:05 - PED influencers recommending crazy doses to beginners — why Phil is frustrated 29:54 - The biggest training mistakes Phil sees today — speed, ego and no mind-muscle connection 40:27 - How barbell rows and training back twice a week transformed Phil's physique 42:34 - Why Phil cut arm training to every other week — and why it worked 51:44 - GLP-1s in professional bodybuilding — why Phil thinks over 90% are using them and why it's a problem 55:25 - Why no one has diet face anymore — inflammation, compounds and shortcuts showing up on stage 1:02:46 - Food poisoning at the 2009 Olympia — EMTs in his room until 6am the night before the show 1:13:02 - Phil's four and a half years of depression after retiring from bodybuilding 1:20:48 - Hollywood offers, "bucks breaking" and why Phil turned them down 1:24:26 - Transition from training angry to training joyful — the faith shift that changed everything 1:30:40 - Phil's path to fatherhood at 46 — what he's thinking and what he wants for his kid 1:47:22 - Bodybuilding prize money history — from $100K and a Hummer to Arnold vs. Olympia at $750K  

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) In this episode the guys lay out an exact meal plan — breakfast, lunch and dinner — to get lean fast with whole foods, very high protein, berries, rice and greens. They also cover a wild brief history of bad medical science including heroin cough syrup for kids, radioactive water prescribed for vitality, thalidomide causing 10,000 birth defects, Crisco replacing lard on doctor's orders, and OxyContin — and why historical context should make anyone skeptical of anyone who says "just trust the science." They also get into Adam taking his sons to Laguna Seca for Monterey Car Week, F1 driver athleticism and the physics of brake force at 120 pounds, how Sal uses Ketone IQ to extend his energy window past his caffeine cutoff, a new study showing red light therapy produced more fat loss than diet alone while improving lipids and inflammatory markers, a hydrogel wound healing technology that speeds recovery by 90%, and a nuanced breakdown of cold plunge data showing less muscle growth but potentially more training volume capacity. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   SPONSORS Butcher Box: https://butcherbox.com/mindpump No code needed. Free ribeyes, NY strip steaks or filet mignons in every order for a year plus $20 off first box. Top picks: Ribeyes, Bone-in Chicken Thighs, Premium Steak Tips, Baby Back Ribs, Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets, Flat Iron Steaks. Ketone IQ: https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP 30% off subscription orders plus a free gift with your second shipment. Sal discusses using it after his caffeine cutoff to extend energy through the afternoon. Dose for Your Liver: https://dosedaily.co/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP35 for 35% off first month subscription. Clinically backed liquid liver supplement, zero sugar, zero calories.   LINKS Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:20 - Exact meal plan to get lean fast — breakfast, lunch and dinner 6:17 - Why skipping breakfast sets you up for hormonal dysfunction 10:00 - Breakfast: 30-50g protein, 2 cups of blackberries and why this combination works 12:32 - Lunch: Ground beef, half to one cup of rice and 2 cups cooked greens 14:42 - Dinner: 6-8oz meat, large sweet potato and cooked greens — why carbs at dinner works 17:27 - Meal prep is the key — the Butcher Box ground beef anchor meal strategy 22:13 - A brief history of terrible medical science — heroin cough syrup to OxyContin 32:10 - Covid retrospective — Jessica's friend trip to Truckee and catching it mid-argument 40:12 - Adam takes his sons to Laguna Seca for Monterey Car Week — F1 driver athleticism 49:44 - How Sal uses Ketone IQ after his caffeine cutoff to extend energy 50:02 - New red light therapy study — more fat loss than diet alone, better lipids and inflammatory markers 52:24 - Hydrogel wound healing technology that speeds recovery by 90% 53:31 - Cold plunge data breakdown — less muscle growth but more training volume capacity 1:05:19 - Caller: Chris (Connecticut) — 10 months, lost 20 pounds, wants to build muscle and get a physique 1:18:34 - Caller: Kyle (Delaware) — knee bursitis, joint fluid, high rep programming and pain-free training 1:34:10 - Caller: Michael (Louisiana) — 65 years old, back into lifting for 3 years, wants to optimize 1:43:44 - Caller: Ryan (Indiana) — 6'6", 250 pounds, gained 25 pounds of muscle, wants next steps

Cameron discusses the critical distinction between making money and building wealth. He emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, capital allocation, and strategic planning for entrepreneurs. The conversation covers various strategies for wealth creation, including avoiding lifestyle creep, building multiple income streams, and thinking like an investor. He encourages you to focus on long-term financial freedom rather than short-term gains, ultimately aiming to create options and opportunities through smart financial decisions.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:Building wealth is a different skill set than making money.Entrepreneurs need to think about what to do with money after making it.Income does not equal wealth; wealth is what you keep and own.A capital allocator decides where the next dollar should go.Avoid lifestyle creep as income increases.Have a financial plan before money arrives to avoid emotional spending.Building two wealth engines can lead to greater financial security.Create a business that is valuable and enjoyable to own.Financial freedom means working because you want to, not because you have to.Think like a medical millionaire to create wealth and options.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

Jeremy and Joe break down the new NHL rule requiring emergency backup goalies to wear double zero, a number famously associated with Marty Biron. They also discuss an internal office vote regarding new flooring and debate the design of upcoming Buffalo Sabres merchandise, specifically salt and pepper shakers. The conversation shifts to a critique of NHL jersey designs and expectations for future alternate uniforms. 01:22 - NHL E-Bug Rule Update 03:15 - Office Flooring Vote 06:04 - Sabres Thanksgiving Merchandise 09:12 - NHL Alternate Jersey Critique

People are one of the hardest parts of a practice. Even with careful hiring and a great culture, you'll still deal with turnover, performance issues, and the occasional wrong fit.  In this episode, I sit down with Amy Anderson of ACG Practice Partners to talk about when people problems are actually process problems. We cover retention, compensation, hiring, transparency, and the operational leaks that get more expensive as you grow. Make It Easier for Good People to Stay  You can't guarantee every great provider will stay, but you can make sure they understand their role, how they're evaluated, and how compensation works. Clear job descriptions, check-ins, and transparency around gross margin and pay can prevent confusion.  Before You Blame the Person, Look at the Process  If a different person stepped into the role tomorrow, would the same problem still happen? If yes, look at the system before replacing the person.  Before you hire again, review:  Job descriptions and onboarding  KPIs and compensation plans  Lead handoffs and manual work  Hiring criteria  Small inefficiencies add up fast as the team grows.  (00:05:48) Retaining good providers (00:25:56) Diagnosing people versus process problems (00:35:33) Improving hiring decisions (00:40:08) Finding workflow inefficiencies and revenue leaks (00:44:29) Building accountability into operations  Share the Numbers Your Team Can Actually Influence  You don't need to hand everyone your entire P&L. Give your team the metrics tied to their work, like gross margin, booking rates, follow-up, or conversion. Then performance conversations have something concrete to work from. Small Operational Problems Get Bigger With Growth  A small inefficiency can become wasted payroll, missed revenue, and unnecessary headcount as the practice expands. Start with what's costing the most time or money. Stronger systems help good employees work without the owner constantly stepping in, leading to better accountability, healthier margins, and less stress. About Amy Anderson:  As a nationally recognized expert and CEO of ACG Practice Partners, she brings over 20 years of hands-on, non-clinical experience in the aesthetics industry. Known for her practical leadership and human-centered approach, Amy has guided practices of all sizes, from startups to multi-specialty groups, on optimizing operations, building strong teams, and achieving sustainable growth. She is especially sought after for her ability to empower leaders and tailor strategies that fit each practice's unique culture. Amy is a frequent national speaker and trusted advisor to surgeons and their teams.   Connect with Amy: ACG Practice Partners: https://acgpracticepartners.com/amy-anderson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyandersonmba  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyandersonmba/reels/  MedSpa Pro: https://www.medspaproevent.com/expert/amy-anderson.html  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:    Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence. She is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/   Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein   Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn   Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/   The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here.  

In this episode Jeremy Gilbert talks to David Wilkinson about his article 'Mark E. Smith, Brexit Britain and the Aesthetics and Politics of the Working Class Weird' and his book Post-Punk, Politics and Pleasure in Britain.

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Role Model’s break-up, the ethics of auto-fiction, and how has the ‘kinda chic’ trend altered our vocabulary? Maggie is back from her Europe trip, meaning we're back with a pop culture episode for you! First up, Role Model and Dakota Johnson have broken up. But wait? Didn't she just feature on a song from his brand new album? Yes. Yes she did. Lena Dunham and Carly Rae Jepsen have teamed up to maximise their joint slay with a “10 Things I Hate About You” musical. Plus, Rachel Cusk’s new book is making headlines in the literary world after the main character in Life of M had some striking similarities to a famous actress. We reference this article from The Cut. According to social media, everything is chic. But what happens when social media trends hit fever pitch and become meaningless? Earlier this month, Berlin-based fashion editor and influencer Brenda Weischer posted a Substack that picked up a lot of heat. We read from the Substack titled oh my god. we're in template slop? and another by type designer Paola Kassa titled How Typography is Making People Famous. We also deep dive on the word 'chic' itself and reference RIP “Chic” – The Word Has Finally Lost All Meaning by Lauren O’Neill, for British Vogue from 2025. What Is Chic? Race, Aesthetics, and the Politics of Elegance by India Low for Liverpool Guild of Students and The Slipperyness of Chic by Marie Solis for The New York Times. In Bookmarked, Maggie recommends the movie The Friend’s House Is Here and Jas recommends The Chronology of Water which is in Australian cinemas now. Thank you for listening! You can follow us on Instagram here and our Substack here. Jas & Mags xo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down why being fat and fit is objectively better than being skinny and unfit across every major health metric — longevity data, energy levels, pain and injury risk, and hormone health. They cover the research showing fit overweight individuals have similar or better mortality outcomes than normal weight but unfit people, why frailty is actually one of the highest risk categories in medicine, and why the look people chase by restricting often leads to worse health and worse aesthetics. They also get into Hadi Choopan's legendary pyramid squat session on the Smith machine working up to 500 pounds and back down, Rho Nutrition's liposomal creatine solving the digestion issue for people who can't handle regular creatine, Procter and Gamble acquiring Thorne and what it signals about where the wellness industry is heading, Philip Morris buying food companies in the 1970s and applying their addiction science to processed food, Crisp Power protein pretzels and why the combination of high protein and fiber produces unusual satiety, an Anthropic study where scientists planted a thought in Claude's neural network and it became aware something was wrong, and Myspace relaunching with a no-algorithm model led by the brothers who say they originally conceived the idea behind Facebook. Then they answer questions submitted through Instagram.   SPONSORS   Crisp Power (protein pretzels): https://www.crisppower.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off. 28g protein per bag, high fiber, zero added sugar, vegan.    Rho Nutrition (liposomal creatine, NAD+ and Glutathione): https://www.rhonutrition.com/discount/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off everything.    Paleo Valley (grass-fed fermented meat sticks): https://paleovalley.com/mindpump 15% off automatically applied at checkout, no code needed.   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 1:54 - Being fat and fit is better than being skinny and unfit — the data breakdown 5:18 - Why frailty is one of the highest risk categories in all of medicine 11:55 - Metabolic flexibility, muscle as storage and why fitness is the real multiplier 19:42 - Does looking better actually make you happier? What the data says 27:10 - Hadi Choopan's legendary pyramid squat session — 500 pounds on the Smith machine 33:18 - Greatest gym feats — the guys share their own legendary training moments 39:40 - Rho liposomal creatine — solving the digestion problem for people who can't handle regular creatine 41:32 - Procter and Gamble acquires Thorne — what it signals about the wellness industry 45:23 - Philip Morris bought food companies in the 1970s and applied their addiction science to processed food 53:34 - Crisp Power protein pretzels — why the protein and fiber combination creates unusual satiety 55:03 - Claude's neural network study — AI became aware something was planted inside it 1:01:35 - Myspace is relaunching with no algorithms — and the founders' connection to the Facebook story 1:04:36 - Q&A: What AB exercises are actually worth doing? 1:07:39 - Q&A: If muscle memory is real, why not do an aggressive cut and regain muscle after? 1:09:47 - Q&A: How to bulletproof the QL and lower back 1:11:10 - Q&A: Should you eat before a 5am workout?  

You've taken the quizzes. You've saved 400 pins. You still don't know what your home is supposed to look like — and it's not because you lack taste. In this episode, I'm naming the real reason you feel stuck in your home (hint: it's not motivation, and it's not you). We're breaking down the three things quietly sabotaging every decision you try to make — decision fatigue from endless online options, the lingering fear from a past decorating mistake, and generic advice that was never built for your actual life. Then I'm teaching you the distinction that changes everything: aesthetic vs. design style. Design style labels — farmhouse, coastal, transitional — are generic categories assigned by big box stores and algorithms. They tell you what to buy. Your aesthetic is different: it's personal, specific, and it accounts for how you actually live. Once you know the difference, you stop shopping for a label and start designing for your life. In this episode: Why "more options" online is making home decor decisions harder, not easier The hidden cost of a past decorating mistake (and why it's silently running your choices) Why design style quizzes give you a category, not a plan The real difference between aesthetic and design style — and how to start identifying yours Why the right filter makes decisions easier, not because you have more information, but because you finally know what to say no to If you've ever stood in a half-decorated room wondering where to even start, this episode will show you why — and what actually needs to shift. Next week: what it actually looks like on the other side of stuck.   ✨✨THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP ✨✨ 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Wait to Come Home To September 9 - 11th 9:00am PST | 10:00am MST | 11:00am CST | 12:00pm EST  Register for The Cozy Home Workshop   // Other Important Links : // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group      

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. Recommended combo for this episode: MAPS Starter + MAPS Anywhere — buy one get one free for $157.   In this episode the guys break down exactly why 80-90% of beginners quit their fitness within a year and what actually fixes it. They cover the January gym rush and the predictable drop-off, why bad workout programming is the real enemy, and the five things a workout needs to have to create lasting consistency — it has to work, it can't take too much time, it needs to be convenient, it has to be safe, and the cost has to make sense. Sal shares the story of Doug's transformation on just two days a week, and how 24 Hour Fitness discovered that even four to six sessions with a personal trainer extended the average membership from three months to over three years.   MAPS Starter + MAPS Anywhere: https://mapsbogo.com Both programs designed for beginners, both doable at home with minimal equipment, buy one get one free right now.   SPONSORS   Seed Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP for 25% off your first month.   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 3:33 - Why 80-90% of beginners quit their fitness within a year 4:17 - The January gym rush and the predictable drop-off by April 6:20 - The real problem is consistency — not knowledge or effort 8:08 - Reason 1: The workout has to actually work — bad programming kills results 13:17 - Why effective workouts feel like the results don't match the effort (in a good way) 17:38 - Reason 2: The workout can't take too much time 21:44 - Reason 3: Convenience — why distance from the gym predicts cancellation 23:03 - The home workout solution and why beginners don't need heavy weights 25:13 - Reason 4: Safety — injury is one of the top five reasons people quit 29:00 - Reason 5: Cost — and the solution that solves all five problems at once  

Chloe Redmond Warner is a very talented interior designer—and one of my closest childhood friends. To celebrate the launch of her special book This Must Be the Place, which is about how to design a home with personality, I got to interview Chloe at Godmothers bookstore. This episode is adapted from our live conversation, in which Chloe is her usual hilarious and brilliant self. She shares some of the fun house projects she's done over the years, including one named Little Women on Acid. We talk about the value of aesthetic intelligence; Chloe's process of making a house feel like a home; why she forced herself to finish her degree in architecture from Harvard's Graduate School of Design; and her theory regarding the equalness of art, architecture, and decoration. For the show notes, head to eliseloehnen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick is joined by singer, DJ, rapper and Sidetracked favourite, Shygirl, to discuss the week in music, and her new single ‘Alyse'. This week was a big one for new music releases: Phoebe Bridgers brought out her new album – and although Annie's on holiday, Nick shares her thoughts on the record. Troye Sivan released a beautiful new single, and the video has generated some online discourse about the male gaze; Shygirl has some thoughts on the aesthetic choices and how much they tell us about an artist's intention. And Fontaines D.C have dropped a new single and announced the release date of their fifth album, Nick and Shy share their thoughts on ‘Marianne'. Plus, what it's like to work with Madonna, Reading Festival nostalgia, and Nick recounts an awkward experience at Charli XCX's London brat show. You can send Sidetracked a WhatsApp to 07970082700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.ukAnd you can also stay in touch via our Instagram Channel, which you can find in the BBC Sounds Instagram. The film Shygirl mentions is Bird. SONGS Shygirl - Alyse Shygirl - Altar Phoebe Bridgers - Bobby Fontaines D.C. - Marianne ALBUMS Shygirl - Nymph Madonna - Confessions II Fontaines D.C. - Dopamine Chamber Fontaines D.C. - Romance Rosalía - Motomami

In this episode, host Don Adeesha sits down with Alana Zurek, founder and CEO of Beverly Hills Hairfree and CEO of Electrology Tech, to expose the patient gap laser-only med spas don't see coming. Alana argues that roughly 75% of the population, clients with gray, white, blonde, red, or hormonally-influenced hair, simply cannot be served by laser, and that techs across the industry are finding it harder than ever to sell laser packages as clients wise up to its non-permanent results. The conversation digs into the clinical realities practice owners need to understand: paradoxical hypertrichosis, where laser stimulates the androgen hormone and makes hair growth worse instead of better; how to run a 60-to-90-day demand audit before adding a new service line; and why multi-probe galvanic electrolysis outperforms single-probe treatment on comfort, scalability, and technician fatigue. Alana closes with her framework for positioning permanent removal inside an existing laser practice, treating electrolysis as the natural extension of laser rather than a competitor, training staff to hand off clients once they've exhausted laser's ceiling, and building consultations around relationships instead of transactions so patients never feel like they've been duped.

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. In this episode the guys break down 5 powerful fitness secrets that guarantee long term success — focusing on performance over leanness, health over aesthetics, discipline over motivation, grace over shame, and just having fun. They also get into Super Patch sleep patches and the measurable REM improvements Sal noticed after a camping trip, Adam's tour of the Atlanta Falcons training facility and the insane technology they use to monitor player speed, effort and output in real time, an AI agent in Australia that hacked a gym's scheduling system on its own to book its user a spin class, drone warfare in Ukraine and the Lioness season 2 premiere, rancid fish oil and the problem with fake avocado oil in processed foods, and Sal considering buying a motorhome after his first RV camping trip with his kids. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   T-Shirt Winners: Apple Podcasts: Epic Go Facebook: Kevin Bell Send name, shirt size and shipping address to: https://mindpumpmedia.com   SPONSORS   Kion (fish oil and amino acids): https://getkion.com/mindpump 20% off automatically applied at checkout. High quality, fresh fish oil discussed on air — rancid fish oil problem in most grocery store brands.   Super Patch: https://mindpump.superpatch.com No code needed, use URL for $30 off. Sleep and REM patches — Sal discusses measurable difference after camping trip.   Joymode (sexual performance booster): https://tryjoymode.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off first order. Natural, science-backed formula — L-Citrulline, Arginine, Yohimbine and Vitamin C.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:39 - 5 fitness secrets that guarantee long term success 3:47 - Secret 1: Performance over leanness — why chasing fitness beats chasing the scale 10:46 - Secret 2: Health over aesthetics — the balance that makes fitness sustainable 20:55 - Secret 3: Discipline over motivation — why motivation fails and discipline builds 28:28 - Secret 4: Grace over shame — why beating yourself up guarantees failure 33:25 - Secret 5: Just have fun — the most overlooked key to lifelong fitness 35:14 - Super Patch sleep patches — what Sal noticed after his camping trip 37:58 - Adam's Atlanta Falcons training camp tour — the tech they use to monitor every player 46:18 - AI agent hacks a gym on its own to book a spin class in Australia 48:01 - Lioness season 2 — drone warfare in Ukraine and how modern war is fought 51:37 - Rancid fish oil and fake avocado oil in processed foods — what the studies show 53:39 - Sal's RV camping trip — his son cried for 30 minutes when they left 1:05:45 - Caller: Tice (California) — massage therapist, chronic pain, 3 months post-coaching with Zach, needs community 1:47:30 - Caller: Andrew (Ontario) — heavy equipment operator, 14-days-in rotation, 6 months of progress 1:55:20 - Caller: Joseph (Australia) — ACL reconstruction at 19, 40% quad imbalance, wants to dunk a basketball

Cameron is joined by Dr. Sean Arora, doctor, and they discuss the evolving landscape of obesity treatment, particularly focusing on GLP-1 medications and peptides. They explore the significant changes in medical approaches to obesity, the role of telehealth, and the importance of compliance and safety in the use of these medications. The conversation also delves into the complexities of compounding pharmacies and the current regulatory environment surrounding these treatments, emphasizing the need for diligence and caution in sourcing medications. In this conversation,Cameron and Dr. Arora talk about the evolving landscape of healthcare, particularly focusing on the use of peptides and GLP-1 medications. They explore the need for more clinical trials, the importance of compliance in marketing, and the misconceptions patients have about these medications. They also highlight the challenges of navigating pharmacy classifications and the necessity of a robust infrastructure for clinics to ensure long-term success in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:The healthcare infrastructure is struggling to keep up with rapid advancements in obesity treatment.GLP-1 medications represent a significant shift in how obesity is treated, moving beyond traditional methods.Pharmacological tools are now capable of producing meaningful weight loss at scale.The evolution of GLP-1 medications is just the beginning of a broader transformation in modern medicine.Patient safety and compliance are critical in the use of GLP-1 medications and peptides.Compounding pharmacies must adhere to strict regulations to ensure patient safety.The demand for effective obesity treatments is driving innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.Healthcare providers must vet their pharmacy partners to ensure compliance and safety.The regulatory landscape for peptides is evolving, with positive news on the horizon.Awareness and education are essential for both providers and patients in navigating the peptide market. There's a lot of human use cases and anecdotal data.The right type of oversight is crucial for progress.Compliance is essential when launching new wellness programs.Marketing regulations can hinder the promotion of peptides.Patients often misunderstand how GLP-1 medications work.Dosing errors can lead to serious health issues.Understanding pharmacy classifications is vital for clinics.Long-term strategies should focus on compliance and education.Collaboration among industry players is necessary for change.The regulatory landscape is complex and constantly evolving.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

Is your FYP and Instagram feed full of brightly colored decorations, furniture, and art? Are you finding yourself drawn to funky shaped furniture, maximalism, and painted doors? Boy do we have the episode for you! Today, Marcelle leads us through a conversation all about the “dopamine decor” trend! Through adrienne maree brown's theory of pleasure activism, she and Hannah unpack dopamine science, homeownership amongst millennials, and why we turn to beauty when the world is hard.Related listening:Dopamine x Health Capitalism with Jesse MeadowsAthleisure x Optimization with Anne Helen PetersonPixar x Affective EconomicsWorks Cited:brown, adrienne maree. Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good. Chico, CA: AK Press, 2019.Cancilla, Julia. “The Surprising Science Behind the Dopamine Decor Trend.” ELLE Decor. December 20, 2024. https://www.elledecor.com/design-decorate/trends/a63250266/dopamine-decor-trend/. Accessed August 4, 2026.Cullinane, Alice. 2025. “Dopamine Decor: Why People Are Getting a Happiness Hit from Homes.” BBC News. December 14, 2025. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg2j5l4q7wo. Accessed August 4, 2026.Lee, Ingrid Fetell. “Does Dopamine Decor Really Work?.” The Aesthetics of Joy. March 8, 2024. https://aestheticsofjoy.com/dopamine-decor/. Accessed August 4, 2026.Mirdamadi, Michael, and Joshua Gordon. “Millennials in the Canadian housing market: An intergenerational comparison.” Housing Statistics in Canada. Government of Canada. May 6, 2026. https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/46-28-0001/2026001/article/00001-eng.htm. Accessed August 4, 2026.***Music Credits:“Shopping Mall”: by Jay Arner and Jessica Delisle ©2020Used by permission. All rights reserved. As recorded by Auto Syndicate on the album “Bongo Dance”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are thrilled to welcome Richmond, Virginia-based interior designer Anne Hulcher Tollett to the podcast! As the founder and principal designer of Hanover Avenue, Anne's work has been featured in House Beautiful, Veranda, The Wall Street Journal, and Architectural Digest. She is known for designing spaces that feel deeply personal, honoring both the historic architecture of a home and the unique lifestyles of the families who live in them. Anne sits down with Caroline and Liz to talk about how she uncovers her clients' true personal style—even retiring fabrics after using them to prevent cookie-cutter designs. She shares her secrets for choosing long-term furniture investments with "good lines" that seamlessly move from house to house, how to break out of the Pinterest algorithm trap, and why you should look to your own closet for home color palette inspiration. Quick Decorating Takeaways: Reveal the Client's Aesthetic, Don't Impose Yours: Anne views her job as revealing her clients' personal style rather than leaving her own design stamp on a home. To ensure a custom, couture feel for every family, her firm intentionally retires fabrics once they've been used in a project. Break the Pinterest and Instagram Algorithm: Relying too heavily on social media can trap you in a "cookie-cutter" design loop because the algorithm feeds you more of what you've already looked at. To find fresh inspiration, look to fashion designers, historic home tours, local show houses, or museum exhibits instead. Invest in "Good Lines": When building a furniture collection that evolves with you, prioritize pieces with beautiful, timeless silhouettes and classic lines. A high-quality piece of furniture with good lines will naturally pair beautifully with other styles and can easily transition from your first small apartment to a larger family home. Look to Your Wardrobe for Color Palettes: If you're struggling to find a home color scheme, look at what you love to wear. Your closet naturally holds the tones, textures, and patterns you feel most confident and comfortable around. Lower Your Artwork: A common mistake is hanging art too high up on the wall. Bring your artwork down closer to eye level or anchor it closer to your furniture to create a more intimate and cohesive arrangement. What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:34 Welcome to Anne Hulcher Tollett of Hanover Avenue 01:34 Why Anne loves working across varied design styles to avoid feeling bored 02:00 The methodology behind uncovering a client's aesthetic and why she retires fabrics 05:00 Breaking free from the social media algorithm trap to find authentic design inspiration 10:00 Pulling imagery and grouping ideas onto a physical or digital board to find common threads 15:00 Scale, traffic flow, and arranging furniture at comfortable, conversational heights 22:00 Why one good piece of furniture will always go with another good piece of furniture 27:00 Buying for longevity: Navigating small apartments, first sofas, and prioritizing beautiful lines 35:00 How to translate your personal wardrobe style into your interior design palette 42:00 Managing complex family dynamics and designing spaces that adapt to kids and lifestyle changes 48:00 Lighting lessons: Dealing with fixtures that look pretty but don't emit enough light 55:00 Hanging artwork at the correct visual height to anchor a room 01:00:00 Decorating Dilemma: Solving layout challenges, awkward dimensions, and hiding cords for off-the-wall floating furniture Also Mentioned: Hanover Avenue | Website Follow Anne on Instagram: @hanoveravenue Shop Ballard Designs Please send in your decorating dilemmas to podcast@ballarddesigns.net so we can help you with your space! Don't forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. Happy decorating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I'm turning the mic over to Audrey Neff, host of True to Form, and replaying the conversation she originally shared with her audience. Audrey put me in the hot seat with the financial questions medical spa owners need to be asking as they grow.  A full schedule can still produce weak cash flow, a second location can magnify problems that already exist, and a practice that depends on its owner for every decision will be difficult to scale or sell.  Audrey and I connect these issues by following the money from individual treatments through to the long-term value of the business. The Metrics Behind a Financially Healthy Med Spa  Free cash flow gives an owner choices. It can fund cash reserves, support a new location, reduce debt, or create an exit opportunity. Producing more of it requires a clear understanding of which treatments fill your schedule and which ones contribute meaningful margin.  In this episode, we discuss:  Why reviewing a P&L without interpreting it leaves owners with more numbers but very little direction  How revenue per hour, margin per treatment, patient retention, and customer lifetime value influence cash flow  Why injectables can bring patients through the door while leaving little room for profit when pricing, commissions, and discounts are poorly managed  How "Bed Bath and Botox" discounting cuts into an already thin injectable margin  The missed retail sales opportunities hiding inside treatment plans and patient conversations  Why a med spa should have four to six months of cash reserves before opening a second location  How to identify and reduce owner dependency by asking, "What breaks first when I leave?"  What buyers examine when calculating enterprise value, including cash flow, owner dependency, customer concentration, and operational risk  The Five-Part Financial Playbook  Here are the exact steps we use to evaluate a practice's financial health:  Core profit: Are your treatments priced to produce healthy margins?  Operating profit: Can your budget support the team and infrastructure required to run the practice?  Cash flow: What remains after your equipment, debt, taxes, and other obligations are paid?  Customer value: Are you retaining patients and increasing the value of those relationships?  Enterprise value: Can the practice continue producing reliable cash flow without depending on you?  Following the steps in order helps you identify the financial constraint that deserves your attention now instead of trying to fix everything at once. Get your free Playbook here. Add "True to Form" to Your Playlist  This conversation originally aired on Audrey Neff's True to Form podcast. Audrey brings candid conversations about leadership, operations, patient experience, growth, and enterprise value to the medical aesthetics industry.  If you own or lead an aesthetics practice, subscribe to both shows:  Subscribe to Keep What You Earn  Subscribe to True to Form  Get the free Financial Scaling Playbook for Aesthetics  Connect with Audrey and Aviva Aesthetics:  Audrey Neff brings more than a decade of experience in the medical aesthetics and wellness industries and currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer at Aviva Aesthetics. A respected marketing strategist and global speaker, she has served as a key opinion leader for several leading aesthetic brands and has taught for more than 30 medical aesthetic associations worldwide. Her thought leadership has been featured in publications such as PRIME Journal, The Aesthetic Guide, and PAN Journal. Audrey is also the host of True to Form, a globally ranked podcast exploring the people and ideas shaping the future of the aesthetics industry.  Website: https://avivaaesthetics.com/  True To Form podcast: https://www.instagram.com/truetoformpodcast/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audreyneff_/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audreyneff/  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:    Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence. She is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.     Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/   Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein   Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn   Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/   The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

In today's episode of the Habit Based Lifestyle Podcast, host Jesse Ewell sits down with Ashlee Hess, former ER nurse and now founder of PS Wellness & Esthetics, to unpack her journey from "sick care" to true preventative health. Went from ER nurse practitioner to full-time wellness entrepreneur Helps patients lose over 100+ pounds while improving their mental health and relationships Uses GLP‑1s, hormone therapy, and peptides the right way (without wrecking muscle or life enjoyment) Navigates the "wild west" of peptides and why working with a qualified provider actually matters Balances being a business owner, wife, and mom of two in a rapidly changing health landscape Perfect for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone looking to scale their business through social media. Follow Ashlee Hess on Instagram. Click the link below and learn how Jesse and his team can help you achieve similar transformative results. Learn more about Jesse though the following links: HBL Lifestyle Secrets Group on Facebook Personal Website HBL Website Instagram Email

One in four homeless San Diegans who move into a new apartment end up back on the street within two years. Among the clients served by Humble Design, it's closer to one in forty — same city, same rents, same crisis, but a completely different outcome. Marie Olesen, CEO of La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, and Laura Lavoie, executive director of Humble Design San Diego, join Monique Ramsey to explain what changes when a bed, a couch, and a set of dishes show up on moving day.Laura walks through what a "Day of Joy" actually looks like: professional designers meet clients where they're sleeping on the floor, ask what colors and styles they love, then spend two to four days pulling those choices from a 15,000-square-foot warehouse before a volunteer team turns an empty apartment into a finished home in four to six hours.Marie shares how redesigning her own guest room led her to Humble Design San Diego's board seven years ago, and how La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre has sponsored 14 of the organization's homes since 2019.The two also cover what a UC San Diego research team found when it studied the program — including a jump in kids having friends over after move-in day — and the emergency furnishing effort Humble Design ran last summer for two families who lost everything in the Murphy Canyon military housing plane crash.At the time this episode was recorded, Humble Design San Diego had completed 681 homes — and Marie is about to receive its first-ever Humble Impact Award. Listen for the moment a Navy volunteer explains why the day changed how he thinks about his own service.LinksLearn more about Humble Design San DiegoMeet La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre CEO Marie OlesenGuestsLaura LavoieExecutive Director - Humble Design San DiegoLaura Lavoie is the Executive Director of Humble Design San Diego, where she leads the organization's mission to help individuals and families transition from homelessness into beautiful, dignified homes. Under her leadership, Humble Design San Diego has grown to furnish more than 680 homes, with 98% of clients remaining housed after receiving its services. Laura is passionate about community, collaboration, and creating meaningful, lasting change—one home at a time.Marie OlesenCEO - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery CentreMarie has spent her entire professional life helping good doctors take better care of their patients and helping patients find the good doctors.When Marie's husband, R. Merrel Olesen, MD, founded LJCSC in 1988, there was little understanding of the needs of cosmetic patients. To make sure their patients were happy, Marie began surveying LJCSC patients and has done so continuously for 31 years. A self-admitted data junkie, she loves exploring patient feedback for insights that can help LJCSC and other practices better serve their patients.She is known as an innovator in cosmetic patient care and communication. She is an author, speaks nationally and internationally, and serves on the Board of the Center for Services Leadership at Arizona State University.Questions answered by this episodeWhat is Humble Design and how does it work?What happens during a Humble Design "Day of Joy"?How many families stay housed after Humble Design furnishes their home?How is La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre involved with Humble Design San Diego?How can I donate furniture to Humble Design San Diego?What kind of furniture does Humble Design accept?How does having a fully furnished home affect a family's chances of staying housed?What did the UC San Diego Homelessness Hub study find about Humble Design?How can I volunteer for a Humble Design "Day of Joy" in San Diego?What is the Humble Impact Award and who is receiving it this year?Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego's Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine's Best of San Diego Awards.Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego's most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCWatch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentreThe La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.ioTheme music: Busy People, SOOP

In this episode of Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast, hosts Jon LeSuer and Nicole Bauer pull back the curtain on the "Wild West" of the aesthetics field. They break down the real clinical differences between high social media follower counts and true clinical competence, react to Hannah Berner's viral Masseter Dysport complication, and explain the anatomy of the risorius muscle and why precision dosing matters.Jon and Nicole also dive deep into the truth behind 2-day weekend injector certification courses, what genuine baseline training and mentorship look like (from cadaver labs to 6-month residencies), medical aesthetics practice oversight, medical director laws across states like NY and NJ, and why live-injection industry conferences like Aesthetic Extender Symposium are essential for career growth. Whether you are a patient looking to safely vet your aesthetic provider or an injector navigating modern aesthetic medicine, this episode delivers unfiltered, clinically backed advice.

Ep 133: Type C Energy and Design With Soul with Sunni of Sunni Aesthetics.Part of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

This week's a party! On the call this time around we have the Backlog Bros. Nate and Josh, Wes the HenshinDad, Paul the TechnoFunkBoy, and Mark from Quickplay all on to talk about some of their favorite things they've been in to lately, like the anime Haikyu!!, the Series of Unfortunate Events Netflix series, Kingdom Hearts, Okko's Inn, and Spiderman: Brand New Day. Join the conversation and check out all of The Backlog Breakdown social media channels over on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebacklogbreakdown Learn more about the Play Well Network at playwellnetwork.com And check out our newsletter on Substack: https://thebacklogbreakdown.substack.com Also, if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebacklogbreakdown

The Aesthetics of Risk in Franco-East Asian Literatures (Cambridge UP, 2026) is the first book that examines the concept of risk in non-anglophone world literature. Focusing on how risk is produced and reshaped by literary aesthetics, Li argues that risk is a creative rather than negative force in world literature. Instead of disaster narratives, Li approaches risk from the fresh perspective of ludic aesthetics, or playful, gamelike, illusionistic and experimental literary strategies. Comparatively analysing an original selection of texts by modern and contemporary French-Francophone and East Asian writers, each chapter focuses on a particular genre such as the novel, life-writing, poetry, and image-texts. The reimagination of risk in literature is revealed to be closely related to different forms of play such as structured games, masquerade, poetic and intermedial experimentation. Franco-East Asian literatures help us rethink risk in linguistically diverse and cross-cultural contexts, providing a new paradigm for comparative criticism and world literature. Guest Xiaofan Amy Li is Associate Professor in Comparative Cultural Studies at University College London and holds a PhD in French from Queens' College, Cambridge. Her research spans comparisons and exchanges from the 20th-21st centuries between France, China, and East Asia broadly speaking. Her first monograph Comparative Encounters between Artaud, Michaux and the Zhuangzi (Legenda, 2015) re-reads two avant-garde French writers and the imaginative classical Chinese text Zhuangzi through their intertextual, poetic, and conceptual dialogues. Besides her two monographs, she has published extensively on Surrealism, poetry, and literary translation. She is a member of the AILC/ICLA (International Comparative Literature Association) Research Committee on Literary Theory. Host Gina Stamm is Associate Professor of French at The University of Alabama, with research concentrated on the environmental humanities and speculative literatures of the 20th and 21st centuries, from Surrealism to contemporary science fiction and feminist utopias, in Metropolitan France and the francophone Caribbean, with a book manuscript underreview on posthumanist ecological engagement in the surrealist movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The Aesthetics of Risk in Franco-East Asian Literatures (Cambridge UP, 2026) is the first book that examines the concept of risk in non-anglophone world literature. Focusing on how risk is produced and reshaped by literary aesthetics, Li argues that risk is a creative rather than negative force in world literature. Instead of disaster narratives, Li approaches risk from the fresh perspective of ludic aesthetics, or playful, gamelike, illusionistic and experimental literary strategies. Comparatively analysing an original selection of texts by modern and contemporary French-Francophone and East Asian writers, each chapter focuses on a particular genre such as the novel, life-writing, poetry, and image-texts. The reimagination of risk in literature is revealed to be closely related to different forms of play such as structured games, masquerade, poetic and intermedial experimentation. Franco-East Asian literatures help us rethink risk in linguistically diverse and cross-cultural contexts, providing a new paradigm for comparative criticism and world literature. Guest Xiaofan Amy Li is Associate Professor in Comparative Cultural Studies at University College London and holds a PhD in French from Queens' College, Cambridge. Her research spans comparisons and exchanges from the 20th-21st centuries between France, China, and East Asia broadly speaking. Her first monograph Comparative Encounters between Artaud, Michaux and the Zhuangzi (Legenda, 2015) re-reads two avant-garde French writers and the imaginative classical Chinese text Zhuangzi through their intertextual, poetic, and conceptual dialogues. Besides her two monographs, she has published extensively on Surrealism, poetry, and literary translation. She is a member of the AILC/ICLA (International Comparative Literature Association) Research Committee on Literary Theory. Host Gina Stamm is Associate Professor of French at The University of Alabama, with research concentrated on the environmental humanities and speculative literatures of the 20th and 21st centuries, from Surrealism to contemporary science fiction and feminist utopias, in Metropolitan France and the francophone Caribbean, with a book manuscript underreview on posthumanist ecological engagement in the surrealist movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down the exact formula to build the most muscle you've ever built in a 90-day window. They cover dropping all superfluous isolation exercises to focus your energy on compound lifts, training your whole body three days a week with bench, squat and deadlift as the anchors, stopping two reps short of failure, rotating rep ranges every 3-4 weeks, eating clean whole foods frequently and hitting very high protein, optimizing sleep every night with glycine, theanine and magnesium, and staying hyper consistent every single day — even on non-gym days. They also get into Sal's lateral hip pain being completely resolved with lateral sled drags, isometric lunges for hip and hip flexor pain, the longevity and anti-cancer potential of PDE5 inhibitors like Viagra and Cialis, the grapefruit enzyme interaction you need to know about, LMNT before workouts for pump, Caldera Lab's new citrus bar soap, and Lifetime Fitness building a residential wellness complex in Arizona. Then they answer questions from Instagram. SPONSORS Caldera Lab (new citrus bar soap): https://calderalab.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order.   LMNT (electrolytes): https://drinklmnt.com/MindPump Free sample pack with any purchase, no code needed. 1,000mg sodium per serving. Discussed on air — one packet before training dramatically improves pump and performance.   Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for up to 31% off plus $25 in free gifts with the Starter Kit. 3x more antioxidants and prebiotics than regular honey. MGO antibacterial compound unique to Manuka. One heaped teaspoon in the morning.   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Mind Pump Jobs: https://mindpumpjobs.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Build the most muscle you've ever built in 90 days — the exact formula 4:18 - Step 1: Get rid of superfluous exercises — why leg extensions and curls are hurting you 8:24 - Step 2: Train whole body 3 days a week — bench, squat and deadlift as anchors 9:18 - Step 3: Never train to failure — why stopping 2 reps short builds more muscle 14:46 - Step 4: Change rep ranges every 3-4 weeks — keep core lifts, rotate stimulus 15:33 - Step 5: Eat clean but eat a lot — whole foods every 3 hours, protein first 21:14 - Step 6: Sleep like a baby — glycine, theanine and magnesium stack 21:57 - Step 7: Hyper focus and stay consistent every single day for 90 days 25:34 - Sal's lateral hip pain completely resolved by lateral sled drags 27:17 - Justin's hip flexor pain fixed with isometric strengthening and kettlebells 31:20 - PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra/Cialis) — anti-cancer effects and endothelial longevity data 37:59 - LMNT before workouts — the best pump hack that beats any pre-workout 41:25 - Caldera Lab new citrus bar soap — why Adam won't stop talking about it 44:45 - Lifetime Fitness building a 327-unit residential wellness complex in Arizona 56:38 - Q&A: How to reduce protein farts 1:00:07 - Q&A: How to hit your step goal while dealing with plantar fasciitis pain 1:01:37 - Q&A: What to do between sets if you can't sit still 1:06:15 - Q&A: Can you hire a Mind Pump coach from out of state?

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.vRecommended combo for this episode: MAPS 40 Plus + MAPS Powerlift    In this episode the guys break down 5 things nobody tells men about losing fat after 40. They cover why it genuinely is harder and why the old methods stopped working, why accumulated stress is the real culprit (not just age), why building muscle is the single thing that changes everything for men in this category, and exactly what to do — get strong at basic compound lifts, eat only whole foods, prioritize very high protein in every meal, meal prep once or twice a week, and prep for sleep like it's a sport. Sal shares his own Sunday meal prep routine, Adam walks through why sleep habits have to be built one at a time, and the guys make the case that for most men over 40 doing this correctly, body fat will naturally settle in the mid-teens without counting a single calorie. SPONSORS Ketone IQ: https://ketone.com/MINDPUMP 30% off subscription orders plus a free gift with your second shipment. Also available at Target stores nationwide. Exogenous ketones — elevated blood ketone levels within 30 minutes without going on a ketogenic diet.   LINKS Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:27 - 5 things nobody tells men about losing fat after 40 3:31 - Why what worked before stopped working — and why it never actually worked long term 6:04 - The real reason it's harder — accumulated stress, not age 8:35 - The stress bucket shrinks with age — why your body holds fat when life gets heavy 12:31 - Accumulated movement pattern issues after 40 — knees, hips and lower back 15:38 - Time is the enemy — why efficiency matters more than ever 17:22 - The one thing that makes the biggest difference — building muscle 19:18 - Step 1: Get strong at basic compound lifts — bench, deadlift, squat, overhead press and rows 21:28 - Step 2: Eat only whole foods — the one rule that handles everything else 24:45 - Step 3: Very high protein — 40-50g per meal, eat it first 26:33 - Step 4: Meal prep — the one habit that makes whole foods actually possible 29:46 - Step 5: Prep for sleep — the single biggest lever for resilience and recovery 33:32 - MAPS 40 Plus + MAPS Powerlift — the recommended 6-month combo for this approach

Connect with us via text! Medical aesthetics has never been more technologically advanced, yet many practices are still struggling with disconnected systems, inefficient workflows, and technology that creates more complexity than clarity. In this episode Dr. Tiphany Hall, Chief Growth Officer of Aesthetic Record, Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Aesthetic Next, and a leading voice in medical aesthetics business strategy, breaks down the hidden costs of a fragmented tech stack and why the future of practice management may depend on bringing everything together. From the launch of AR ONE at Aesthetic Next 8.0 and the philosophy behind a “One Platform” approach to the evolving role of AI, operations, and practice growth, Dr. Hall shares what modern aesthetic practices need to rethink to build more efficient, scalable businesses.Follow DERMASCOPE:Instagram: @dermascopeFacebook: facebook.com/dermascopePinterest: @dermascopeTikTok: @dermascopeYoutube: @dermascopeFollow Aesthetic Record:Instagram: @aestheticrecordFacebook: facebook.com/aesthetic.rec Additional Links:Visit our website.Learn more about this podcast.Subscribe to the magazine.Read the August 2026 issue. Use code DERMMAG100 for $100 your Aesthetic Nezr 8.0 ticket! 

Marketing gets exhausting when every platform, conference, and industry trend comes with the message that your practice should be doing more. More posts, more videos, more channels, more events. But a high volume of marketing activity does not automatically lead to better clients or more profitable growth.  In this episode, I sit down with Robin Dimond, founder and CEO of Fifth & Cor, to talk about building a marketing strategy around the business you actually have. We cover how to choose channels based on your budget, bandwidth, and target demographic; when a personal brand helps or hurts the practice; and why reputation, local partnerships, and consistent patient education can outperform whatever happens to be trending online.  Fix the Patient Journey Before You Generate More Leads  Marketing brings more attention to whatever is already happening inside the practice. If calls go unanswered, the booking process is frustrating, or the team is not prepared to follow up with leads, spending more money will only expose those problems faster.  Look at the full patient experience before adding another campaign. Can someone easily book a consultation? Does the team know how to respond to inquiries? Are you attracting people who are a good fit for the practice? Strong marketing cannot make up for operational gaps that prevent interested patients from becoming long-term clients. Choose Marketing Channels With a Clear Reason Behind Them  You do not need to be active on every platform simply because another practice is doing it. The right marketing mix depends on who you want to reach, how they make decisions, and what your team can consistently manage. Budget planning also needs to account for time and energy—not just the money spent on ads or content creation.  Define what the marketing initiative needs to accomplish before choosing a channel  Identify where your target demographic spends time and what mindset they are in on each platform  Set a realistic budget for both financial investment and team capacity  Test one or two strategies on a small scale before expanding into omnichannel marketing  Batch and repurpose content across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, or Pinterest when those platforms fit the audience  Consider direct mail, local partnerships, conference attendance, and public relations alongside digital marketing  Track qualified leads, booked consultations, client acquisition costs, and patient retention instead of relying on views or engagement alone  Give the team a clear role in content creation and follow-up so the strategy does not depend entirely on the owner  Consistency matters, but it needs to be sustainable. A focused strategy that your team can maintain will usually produce better information and stronger results than constantly switching tactics or chasing the newest trend.  (00:03:42) Navigating an overwhelming number of marketing options (00:05:29) Fixing operational gaps before generating more leads (00:12:31) Understanding client mindsets across different platforms (00:17:27) Standing out with handwritten cards and direct mail (00:26:50) Building a sustainable social media strategy (00:30:16) Balancing personal branding with long-term business goals (00:43:37) Measuring marketing by results instead of effort  Your Practice Reputation Has to Extend Beyond the Owner  A personal brand can help patients connect with the practice, but it becomes a risk when every relationship, referral, and piece of recognition is tied to the owner. Bring providers and team members into the outward-facing side of the business so patients see the depth of expertise across the practice and trust the experience no matter who they see.  Sharing continuing education, patient education, community involvement, and team accomplishments builds a stronger reputation than relying on one personality alone. That matters when you want to add providers, reduce your clinical hours, or eventually sell, because a brand that can stand without the founder is much easier to scale. The Best Marketing Makes Growth Easier to Manage  When the strategy is focused, the financial reports become easier to interpret. You can see which channels produce qualified consultations, which local partnerships bring in the right patients, and whether your client acquisition costs make sense relative to the value of those relationships. Marketing stops feeling like an open-ended expense because every initiative has a purpose and a way to measure its performance.  As the practice grows, consistency matters more than constant visibility. A team-supported brand, a clear message, and a small group of channels that reliably attract the right clients are easier to manage and repeat across providers or locations. You should not have to spend every spare moment creating content just to keep the business moving. The strategy should support the practice without taking over your life.  Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:   Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence.  Shannon is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Connect with Shannon: Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein  Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn  Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/  The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here.  About Robin Dimond:   Robin Dimond is the founder of Fifth & Cor. With more than 20 years of experience in branding, marketing, and innovation, she has helped businesses move from scattered ideas to clearer strategies across both corporate and entrepreneurial settings.  Her work is rooted in the belief that strong marketing requires more than data—it also requires purpose, courage, and a clear understanding of why people connect with a brand. Through Fifth & Cor, Robin brings people together, removes barriers to collaboration, and helps businesses grow through thoughtful strategy, authentic connection, and consistent execution.  Connect with Robin and Fifth & Cor:  Website: https://www.fifthandcor.com Email: hello@fifthandcor.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifthandcor  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fifth-and-cor/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FifthandCor 

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down exactly how women over 30 can lose fat and build the body they actually want. They cover why the methods that worked in your 20s are no longer effective, why life stress is actually the biggest enemy (not age), and why building muscle and getting stronger is the single thing that changes everything. They walk through the three key steps — feeding the gains with whole foods and enough calories, making strength the goal rather than the scale or the mirror, and replacing cardio with walking — and back it all up with real client stories including a woman running 25 miles a week and lifting 5 days a week who was stuck at 24% body fat, and how Adam helped Katrina achieve the best body of her life eating 700-800 more calories than ever while doing zero cardio.   MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Recommended combo for this episode: MAPS Muscle Mommy followed by MAPS Powerlift — buy one get one free for $157.   SPONSORS   Rho Nutrition (liposomal NAD+ and Glutathione): https://www.rhonutrition.com/discount/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off everything. Liposomal delivery means it actually absorbs vs. standard capsules.   LINKS   Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 2:18 - How women over 30 can lose fat and build the body they actually want 2:37 - Why the old methods stopped working — it's not age, it's accumulated stress 4:40 - The real enemy: more stress, more responsibilities, less time and worse sleep 7:14 - Why the methods that worked in your 20s were never actually effective long term 11:02 - The one thing that makes the biggest difference — building muscle and getting stronger 13:48 - Why muscle shifts your metabolism, hormones and insulin sensitivity in your favor 16:03 - Step 1: Feed the gains — why eating more whole food is non-negotiable 20:47 - Step 2: Make strength your goal — the specific lifts that move the needle most 22:25 - Step 3: No cardio — why walking beats running for body composition 24:39 - Why walking beats cardio for women managing high stress loads 25:36 - Client story: woman running 25 miles a week, stuck at 24% body fat — what happened next 27:35 - Katrina's story — best body of her life on zero cardio and 700 more calories a day 30:32 - MAPS Muscle Mommy and MAPS Powerlift — the best 6-month combo for this approach

We talk about minimalism like it is a design trend. Something you see in a magazine. Clean lines. Empty shelves. The five coffee cups you actually love instead of the forty you have accumulated. But that is not what I want to talk about today. In this episode I make the case for minimalism as something your brain and nervous system actually need. When your environment is cluttered, your nervous system is working. It is processing and filtering everything around you whether you ask it to or not. That work has a cost. And when you clear the clutter, you are not just tidying. You are giving your brain relief. I also share how I practice minimalism in my own home, my wardrobe, and my business right now, and why doing fewer things better has become the standard I am actively building toward. Want everything in one place? Join me on Substack for real talk, deeper insights, and the community you didn't know you needed — at https://courtneytownley.substack.com  #GraceAndGrit #Minimalism #MidlifeWomen #ClearThinking #WomensWellness #DeepHealth #IntentionalLiving #Clutter #BrainHealth #MidlifeHealth

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down 5 tips for bigger arms — full range of motion and why going lighter beats stopping short, always including a stretch exercise like incline curls or overhead tricep extensions, why elbow angles completely change which part of the muscle you target, using compound lifts like close-grip bench and chin-ups as the foundation, and how occlusion training can add serious size without heavy weight. They also get into cannabis now beating alcohol as America's most commonly used daily substance and the loneliness epidemic it's feeding, the over-justification effect and how rewarding kids for things they love actually kills their motivation, the power of validation and why it's different from coddling, MOTS-C peptide being back on the MP Hormones menu and how it compares to SS-31 for mitochondrial energy, and crazy new patents including a Motorola throat tattoo microphone and Amazon's flying drone warehouse. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Vita Bella / MP Hormones: https://mphormones.com Book a complimentary 10-minute consultation to find out if Vita Bella is right for you. MOTS-C peptide now back on the menu. Consultation: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/alever/marketing-membership-consultation Or use code MINDPUMP365 to start your annual membership and receive a free blood panel and gift.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Kion (essential amino acids): https://getkion.com/mindpump 20% off automatically applied at checkout. EAAs discussed on air — non-essential amino acids not required for muscle protein synthesis, making EAAs more efficient during a cut.   LMNT (Lemonade Iced Tea): https://drinklmnt.com/MindPump Free 8-count sample pack with any purchase, no code needed. Lemonade Iced Tea — 50mg caffeine, L-Theanine, polyphenols, no sugar.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 2:46 - 5 tips for bigger arms — why most people are leaving major gains on the table 3:51 - Tip 1: Full range of motion — going lighter beats stopping short every time 8:28 - Tip 2: Always include a stretch exercise — incline curls, overhead tricep extensions and cable curls 13:03 - Tip 3: Elbow angles change everything — how position changes which muscle fibers you hit 15:01 - Tip 4: Compound lifts — close-grip bench, chin-ups and dips as your arm foundation 17:27 - Tip 5: Occlusion training — how to add serious size without heavy weight 20:09 - Kids learning about taxes, entrepreneurship and the reality of margins 33:41 - Cannabis now beats alcohol as America's most commonly used daily substance 39:42 - Cannabis, loneliness and why the combination is uniquely dangerous 43:27 - The over-justification effect — why rewarding kids for what they love kills their motivation 51:35 - Validation vs. coddling — why validating feelings is one of the most powerful parenting tools 54:55 - MOTS-C peptide is back on MP Hormones — how it compares to SS-31 for mitochondrial energy 57:45 - New patents: Motorola throat tattoo microphone, Amazon flying drone warehouse and porch pirate deterrents 1:06:24 - Caller: Kayla (New York) — 39, SIBO history, perimenopause, HRT, 3 kids, wants to look her best at 40 1:20:49 - Caller: Robert (South Carolina) — rebuilding after years of undertraining, gets MAPS Anabolic 1:34:00 - Caller: Aidan (Kansas) — returning caller follow-up, asymmetry progress update 1:41:31 - Caller: Clark (Oklahoma) — detailed history, complex situation, gets individualized program recommendation  

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free — mix and match any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157. In this episode the guys break down exactly how strong you should actually be — covering the real strength benchmarks for men and women across bench press, squat, and deadlift from decent to good to great to advanced, why strength is one of the single best predictors of longevity and all-cause mortality, why we are in a muscle weakness epidemic, why mainstream workouts designed around sweat and soreness are terrible for building strength, why training to failure hurts more than it helps, and why focusing on 4-5 compound lifts for the first few years of training beats everything else. Sal shares the summer he met powerlifters at 15 and gained 17 pounds of lean mass, and the story of his ER doctor friend Justin who went up 40 pounds on bench in 4 weeks wondering why it felt so easy. SPONSORS Crisp Power (protein pretzels): https://www.crisppower.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off. Everything flavor — 25-28g protein, 10g fiber, 6g net carbs per 1.75oz bag. LINKS Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 1:47 - How strong should you actually be — and why strength is the best longevity metric 2:51 - The muscle weakness epidemic — a college male today has the grip strength of a 60-year-old in 1984 3:48 - The good news — everyone can get significantly stronger with the right training 5:39 - The risk of weakness vs the risk of heavy lifting — and who this actually applies to 9:49 - Why mainstream workouts built around sweat and soreness are terrible for building strength 11:10 - The conversation Sal had with every new client for the first 30-60 days 16:36 - What the Soviets figured out that the US hadn't — scientific strength programming 17:38 - Strength programs have fewer exercises and more practice of each lift — here's why 21:07 - Why training to failure hurts your strength gains more than it helps 22:38 - Schedule your deloads — the study that showed a week completely off matched constant training 25:17 - The actual strength benchmarks — decent, good, great and advanced for men and women 26:55 - Bench press, squat and deadlift numbers for men broken down 27:22 - Bench press, squat and deadlift numbers for women broken down 28:05 - Why good is the right goal and why advanced post-40 is high risk with diminishing returns 28:46 - MAPS Anabolic to MAPS Powerlift — the best 6-month strength combo

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free on any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down 5 non-workout shortcuts to fitness gains — post-workout sauna and its 32% improvement in run time to exhaustion in just 3 weeks with competitive runners, visualization producing nearly identical skill gains to physical practice, music and its measurable effect on pain perception and exhaustion, caffeine as the most consistently supported ergogenic aid, and sleep as the single biggest predictor of workout quality and injury risk. They also get into Organifi creatine chews with tart cherry for anti-inflammatory effects, Troscriptions going practitioner-only soon, Adam's 5-amino-1MQ experiment and the thermogenic sweating it caused, old school gym equipment genuinely outperforming modern machines and why, Adam admitting he loves pickleball after one session with Katrina and almost winning, ASU now offering an influencer degree, California giving 12-year-olds the right to lock parents out of their medical records, and a homeless person holding a Venmo QR code in Sausalito alongside California's $37 billion homeless spending. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Troscriptions: https://troscriptions.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off first order. Going practitioner-only soon — get it while available direct to consumer.   Organifi (creatine chews): https://organifi.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off. Creatine plus tart cherry extract — anti-inflammatory and convenient. Sal's pick for jiu jitsu recovery.   Seed Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP for 25% off your first month.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 2:22 - 5 non-workout shortcuts to fitness gains 4:32 - Shortcut 1: Post-workout sauna — 32% improvement in run time to exhaustion in 3 weeks 10:48 - Shortcut 2: Visualization — nearly identical skill gains to physical practice 14:54 - Shortcut 3: Music — how it changes pain perception and time to exhaustion 19:45 - Shortcut 4: Caffeine — the most consistently supported ergogenic aid in the data 20:14 - Shortcut 5: Sleep — the single biggest predictor of workout quality and injury risk 22:20 - Organifi creatine chews with tart cherry — Sal's anti-inflammatory pick for jiu jitsu 28:06 - Old school gym equipment is genuinely better — why it was designed differently 30:39 - Adam admits he loves pickleball — first session with Katrina, they almost won 40:27 - California gives 12-year-olds the right to lock parents out of medical records 42:01 - Homeless man holding a Venmo QR code in Sausalito — California's $37 billion spending problem 50:08 - ASU now offers an influencer degree — why the guys should guest lecture 1:01:58 - Caller: Laurie (Ontario) — 12 weeks postpartum with second baby, Maps 15 Performance, breastfeeding hunger 1:12:12 - Caller: Nattie (Georgia) — intermodal truck driver, 12-14 hour days, 40 pounds up, analysis paralysis 1:31:08 - Caller: Jason (Missouri) — lineman, 40 pounds lost, on TRT and Retatrutide, gets Maps Performance 1:43:51 - Caller: Nick (Ohio) — lagging posterior chain, rounded shoulders, volume swapping strategy

Buy one get one free, pick your combo: ⁠https://mapsbogo.com⁠   One of the most common questions the guys is also one of the simplest: what program should I run next? It matters more than most people think. Stack the wrong two programs back to back and you leave gains on the table. Stack the right two and you buy yourself six months of near zero plateaus, real strength PRs, and a body that keeps changing every week. In this episode, Sal, Adam, and Justin stop making you guess and lay out the definitive MAPS program pairings for every major goal.   They cover advanced muscle gain, pure strength, fat loss for both women and men (and why the programming is different), total beginners and postpartum lifters, athletic performance, and the people who barely have time to breathe, let alone train five days a week. For every goal you get the exact two program combo, why that order works, what each program sets up for the next, and the most common mistake people make by skipping steps. If you have ever jumped straight into a high volume program and wondered why you burned out, this is the explanation you needed.   There is a real buy one get one free deal running right now at mapsbogo.com, and you pick the combo. $157 gets you two full programs. The guys walk through every recommendation, so by the end of the episode you will know exactly which two to grab.   In this episode: MAPS Anabolic anchors almost every combo: it builds the strength and training frequency foundation that makes every follow up program far more effective, whether the goal is muscle, strength, or fat loss. The single biggest mistake the guys see from customers: jumping straight into MAPS Aesthetic without running Anabolic first. Aesthetic's volume is genuinely high, and the body is not ready to absorb it without that base. Fat loss for women is MAPS PowerLift, then MAPS Muscle Mommy. PowerLift builds the metabolic base and preserves muscle in a deficit, while Muscle Mommy targets the glutes, delts, and lower body that women most want to keep while getting lean. MAPS 40+ trades traditional back squats for box squats and straight bar deadlifts for trap bar deadlifts, cutting joint stress while hitting the identical movement patterns, and adds specific lifestyle recommendations for the higher stress loads that come with being over 40. For beginners and postpartum women alike, the prescription is MAPS Starter, then MAPS Anywhere. Treat yourself as a total beginner no matter your training history, because the body control and positional strength you build here pay enormous dividends on every loaded program that follows. The athletic performance combo is MAPS Symmetry first, then MAPS Performance. Symmetry's isometric and unilateral work corrects left to right imbalances and builds the ability to contract and control the body that sports demand, before performance specific training gets layered on. In a fat loss phase, the real success metric is maintaining strength on the key lifts, not the mirror. Holding strength in a deficit proves muscle is being preserved even when the scale or the reflection does not show obvious change. MAPS 15 paired with MAPS Anywhere is not just for the time crunched: the guys explicitly recommend it for anyone who is overworked, stressed, or grinding five to six day splits with diminishing returns, because scaling back volume often produces better results.   Chapters: 0:29 MAPS BOGO Deal Intro 0:44 Sponsor: Vuori 1:28 Episode Overview: Best Program Combos 3:11 Advanced Muscle Gain Combo 5:49 Why MAPS Aesthetic Follows Anabolic 7:43 Strength Goal Combo 9:10 Fat Loss Combos: Women and Men 9:37 Fat Loss for Women: PowerLift + Muscle Mommy 12:05 Fat Loss for Men: 40+ and Anabolic 15:59 Beginners and Postpartum: Starter + Anywhere 19:42 Athletic Performance Combo 21:03 Time-Restricted Combo: MAPS 15 + Anywhere   Sponsors: Vuori: ⁠https://vuoriclothing.com/mindpump