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What if the goal isn't just living longer, but feeling vital the whole way through? Peptides have jumped from the fringe to the mainstream, and most of what you'll find online comes from dubiously credentialed sources. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, an emergency medicine physician who spent a decade in the ER before founding The Gajer Practice and moving into longevity and regenerative medicine. They unpack what peptides really are and how to think clearly about a fast-moving, lightly regulated space. The conversation covers: What peptides actually are, and why insulin and GLP-1s belong to the same family BPC-157 and TB-500 for healing tendons, ligaments, and stubborn injuries Growth hormone-promoting peptides like sermorelin and tesamorelin for muscle and body composition The gray market, compounding pharmacies, and the FDA's shifting rules Cancer risks, contraindications, and who should be cautious This episode is for anyone curious about peptide therapy, longevity, and healing who wants grounded information instead of internet hype. Learn more about Dr. Aleksandra Gajer and The Gajer Practice at thegajerpractice.com. The practice offers telemedicine consultations nationwide, plus a course for clinicians who want to integrate peptides into their work (found in the About section of the site). Follow along on Instagram: @thegajerpractice LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. CocoaVia:. Use code COMMUNE2026 for 25% off at CocoaVia.com
Pizza is a dish best served cold. Or hot. We'll take it either way. THIS WEEK: Is Chicago style a scam? Is $1 dollar pizza still any good? What is the most offensive pizza topping? AND Does Big Pizza have the right to tell you HOW to eat a slice of pizza?We have deals for YOU!Poshmark: To get $10 off your first purchase, go to Poshmark.com/tactful OR download the Poshmark app and use code tactful at sign up!LMNT: Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order at DrinkLMNT.com/tactful - And remember to try Lemonade Iced Tea now through August 31st!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
381: Today I'm joined by Tony Kasandrinos, founder of Kasandrinos Olive Oil, to separate fact from fiction when it comes to one of the most misunderstood foods in the health world. From fake olive oils and misleading labels to cooking myths and polyphenol content, Tony shares what consumers need to know to find high-quality olive oil and actually reap its health benefits. We discuss how olive oil is produced, what makes extra virgin olive oil different, how to spot rancid or low-quality products, whether you should cook with olive oil, and why it's a cornerstone of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Tony also shares his favorite ways to use olive oil, the story behind his family's business, and simple tips for incorporating more healthy fats into your daily routine. GET 25% OFF with code: LS25 If you consume olive oil, if you cook with it, or if you suffer with gut issues and inflammation you're gonna want to listen to this interview. But also, another reason to listen is because in this episode we are announcing a special giveaway where the winners (yes, I said winners - that's plural) will receive both a generous gift card to my brand Bethany's Pantry and Kasandrinos to shop and pick up anything you want from our online store! So listen all the way through because you don't want to miss that! But honestly, you'll want to listen all the way through regardless because we talk about misconceptions around cooking with olive oil, how to tell if the olive oil you have is rancid, why a mixture of olive oil vs a single origin may not be the best to buy, what big olive oil corporations are doing to cut costs, and we even get into quite a few recipes using olive oil that you probably never even heard of including a snack I've been into lately that I have yet to share that's so simple your mind will be blown! The Olive Oil You Deserve — 100% Organic, Always Fresh. - 25% OFF code: LS25 Topics Discussed: → How to tell if your olive oil is true olive oil → How to tell if your olive oil is rancid → Why single origin is better than mixed origins → What to look for on a bottle when buying → Benefits of olive oil → Polyphenol testing → What types of olives are used to make oil → Olive oil for SIBO?! → Is cooking with olive oil bad? → Recipes using olive oil → GIVEAWAY info! As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app. Sponsored By: → Kasandrinos | Go to https://www.kasandrinos.com/digest and use code DIGEST for 25% off → LMNT | Get your FREE sample pack with any LMNT purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/DIGEST Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:03:46 - Meet Tony Kasandrinos → 00:04:58 - How to Identify High-Quality Olive Oil → 00:07:31 - Freshness, Polyphenols + The Peppery Taste Test → 00:12:06 - Single-Origin vs. Blended Olive Oils → 00:14:51 - Does Olive Oil Go Bad? → 00:16:15 - Filtered vs. Unfiltered Olive Oil → 00:18:20 - Extra Virgin Olive Oil Explained → 00:21:30 - Polyphenols, Gut Health + Longevity → 00:24:30 - Polyphenol Testing + Olive Oil Transparency → 00:31:56 - Olive Oil Fraud, Labeling + Consumer Confusion → 00:33:49 - How Kasandrinos Harvests + Bottles Olive Oil → 00:38:18 - Olive Oil, Omega-3s + Mediterranean Eating → 00:41:18 - Easy Ways to Use More Olive Oil → 00:42:50 - Tony's Favorite Greek Salad Recipe → 00:43:36 - How to Make Store-Bought Olives Taste Better → 00:44:24 - Unexpected Ways to Use Olive Oil → 00:45:51 - Kasandrinos Kitchen Cookbook → 00:47:10 - Can You Cook With Olive Oil? → 00:48:31 - Debunking the Olive Oil Smoke Point Myth → 00:52:18 - New Products, Greek Spices + Mountain Tea → 00:53:06 - The Kasandrinos Effect Podcast → 00:54:22 - New Las Vegas Storefront + Olive Oil Tastings → 00:56:40 - Giveaway Announcement → 00:57:58 - Outro Further Listening: → What “Organic” Isn't Telling You: Heavy Metals, BPA & Contaminated Foods → https://youtu.be/UjrxJuBYr0c?si=uuaqPqcK1BnIOx_ Check Out Kasandrinos: → The Olive Oil You Deserve — 100% Organic, Always Fresh. - 25% OFF code: LS25 → Instagram → Buy the book, Kasandrinos Kitchen → Enter our giveaway! - https://app.viralsweep.com/tp/223628/1782164892/b85415d1b8 Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When the contractions were two minutes apart, Jeff's phone chirped out the opening riff of Ice Ice Baby. That was the ringtone for Kara, the midwife. He picked up and she said, "Are you sitting down?" She wasn't coming. This week, Jeff tells the birth story of his second daughter, Ondine, aka Lolli — born in a Brooklyn basement that wasn't exactly Gatsby. When the model-turned-midwife got swept up in a home birth documentary and the backup landed two hours north on I-87, Jeff took off his clothes, got in the tub, and resolved to deliver his own baby — until Miriam walked through the door in the bottom of the ninth and caught their little wave with her bare hands. Schuyler joins him to unpack it all: the glam East Village midwife, the bagels, the old wives' tale that you only ever get two out of three (easy pregnancy, easy labor, easy baby), and what an emergency reveals about who you actually are. This is the second episode of Diaries of a Dance Dad, an audio memoir series in Jeff's own words. It spans the full arc of parenthood: the inhale of birth and early chaos, the grind of no sleep and travel with kids, the gut-punches of failure, and the slow exhale of letting go. Order Diaries of a Dance Dad audiobook & hear the tales that bookend my paternal journey from cradle to empty nestdom at onecommune.com/dancedad. This episode was made possible by: CocoaVia: Use code COMMUNE2026 for 25% off at CocoaVia.com Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD
What if the thing helping you feel less stressed, less overwhelmed, and more organized wasn't another self help book, coach, or productivity hack? In this episode, Jamie shares how she's using ChatGPT in her everyday life and why it's quickly become one of the most useful tools she has. From navigating stepfamily challenges and difficult conversations to organizing her business, planning trips, brainstorming content, making decisions, and simplifying everyday tasks, Jamie walks through the practical ways AI is helping her save time and mental energy. Whether you're curious about ChatGPT, already using it, or wondering if it's worth the hype, this episode will give you real examples of how AI can support your life both inside and outside of stepmotherhood. In This Episode: • How Jamie uses ChatGPT to navigate stepfamily challenges • Ways AI can reduce decision fatigue and mental load • Using ChatGPT for parenting, marriage, travel, and organization • How AI is supporting business growth and content creation • Practical prompts you can start using today Looking for ChatGPT prompts that can support your stepfamily life? Subscribe to Jamie's Substack: https://jamiescrimgeour.substack.com/ Check Out The Stepmom Rebrand: www.stepmomrebrand.com Work With Jamie: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/coaching Episode Sponsors: Cozy Earth Use code COZYJAMIE for 20% off your order at www.cozyearth.com LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at www.drinklmnt.com/kickassstepmom
We have godlike technology running on brains that haven't had an upgrade in millions of years. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Steven Kotler, peak performance expert and founder of the Flow Research Collective, to explore how exponential technology is reshaping our minds, our food systems, and the planet. Drawing on his new book with Peter Diamandis, We Are As Gods, Steven explains why so many of us feel overwhelmed, why he's most hopeful about the planet's wild places, and how flow states can restore focus and creativity in the age of AI. Why technological change went from linear to exponential Information overload, cognitive overload, and burnout How flow restores focus, creativity, and lateral thinking Cultured meat, vertical farming, and rewilding the planet Truth filters and first-principle thinking for the attention economy Finding meaning and purpose as AI reshapes work This episode is for anyone who feels stretched thin by technology and wants practical tools to think clearly, perform better, and reclaim their attention. This episode was made possible by: CocoaVia: Use code COMMUNE2026 for 25% off at CocoaVia.com Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD
Parents are being sold creativity like it's a subscription box. Workshops, kits, frameworks, scripts: the message being that your kid needs more imagination and it's your job to install it. Austin Kleon, author of Steal Like an Artist and Don't Call It Art, has a different take: your kid already has it. The imagination, the playfulness, the willingness to not-know — it's all there. The question isn't how to give it to them. It's how to stop blocking it. And maybe, while we're here, how to get a little of it back ourselves. Dr. Becky and Austin talk about what creativity actually needs to thrive (not a workshop), what so-called "problem kids" and great artists have in common, why your kid's obsession with garage doors is not a problem, the link between play and depression, the game that got Austin through the pandemic, and the teeth-brushing song Becky invented entirely by accident. Read Dr. Becky's ideas for how to be a playful parent when you don't feel like playing. * From the newborn days to the teen years, Good Inside now supports parents through every stage of childhood — with practical guidance for the moments that matter most. Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Play-Doh: Shop Play-Doh at Walmart for a summer of imaginative play Skylight: Get $30 off a 15-inch Skylight Calendar at myskylight.com/becky LMNT: Get a free gift with your purchase at drinkLMNT.com/goodinside Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jeff Krasno didn't expect to become a home birth convert. When his wife Schuyler handed him a pregnancy test on Christmas morning 2003, everything changed. In this episode, Jeff shares the birth story of their eldest daughter, tracing the unlikely path from a cramped Manhattan seminar with midwifery legend Ina May Gaskin to a blustery August delivery at the old family cottage in Fenwick, Connecticut, and the two weeks it took to finally name her. This is the first episode of Diaries of a Dance Dad, an audio memoir series in Jeff's own words. It spans the full arc of parenthood: the inhale of birth and early chaos, the grind of no sleep and travel with kids, the gut-punches of failure, and the slow exhale of letting go. Order Diaries of a Dance Dad audiobook & hear the tales that bookend my paternal journey from cradle to empty nestdom at onecommune.com/dancedad. This episode was made possible by: LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE”
Rachel Entrekin is a professional ultra runner and three-time Cocodona 250 champion who just won the race outright. This conversation explores the mindset behind that feat. We discuss her shift from chasing outcomes to chasing joy, her "why not me?" self-belief, an unexpected encounter on the final climb, and her road back from an eating disorder. Along the way, she reminds us how much more we're all capable of than we believe. Rachel is a bright light. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Rivian: Electric vehicles that keep the world adventurous forever
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by our pal Elise Ott, aka Sauce, who gives us a play by play of her recent hike on Portuguese Camino coastal route along with her parents. SOS walks us through doing the Camino as a tribute to her late brother Curtis, who passed away in February of 2025 after years of living with schizoaffective disorder. She shares his story with honesty and humor, including the time he stole a county parks truck in a three-piece suit, drove it across state lines, and complimented the cop who tackled him, and gets into what it's like to love someone whose illness made them impossible to help, why she doesn't know exactly how he died, and what it meant to scatter his ashes along the coast of Portugal with her parents. Elise also shares what the Portuguese Camino coastal route is actually like, the food situation (and why it was mas o menos), how it was to hike the trail through a tour operator, navigating language barriers with limited Spanish, and what it's like to hike 13 days with your parents and come out closer on the other side. We wrap the show with 2026 hiking trends and whether they're actually worth it, debating the classic debate of raccoon-who-knows-your-secrets versus the goose-who-overreacts-to-everything, the triple crown of girly gear, I am very dumb and pulled my hamstring, and we cover a mailbag about wearing contacts on trail. Warning: this episode contains candid discussion of mental illness, substance abuse, family trauma, and the death of a loved one. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BACKPACKERRADIO" for $20 off LT5 Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com. 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[divider] Interview with Elise "SOS" Ott Elise's Instagram Elise's Website Elise's Youtube Time stamps & Questions 00:05:35 - Reminders: Join us for Chaunce's live podcast sendoff, submit your favorite Chaunce moments or a voicemail for Chaunce, calling all CDT hikers - suggest yourself as a guest, sign up for the Trek's newsletter, and listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:12:30 - Introducing Elise 00:14:00 - What does a running coach do? 00:19:01 - How do you handle the social pressure of running on Strava? 00:23:09 - How did you end up choosing the Portuguese Camino Coastal Route? 00:26:06 - What are the daily miles, pace, and logistics like on the Camino? 00:29:04 - What was the food like in Portugal and Spain? 00:35:05 - What was the cost of using a tour service, and was it worth it? 00:38:59 - What are the highlights of the towns along the route? 00:45:00 - Discussion about Curtis and the reason for the hike 00:46:18 - What is schizoaffective disorder, and how did Curtis's illness develop? 00:55:51 - What's the story of Curtis stealing the county truck in a three-piece suit? 01:03:10 - Were rehab stints ever helpful for Curtis? 01:18:39 - What was it like fearing for your parents' safety? 01:28:35 - How are your parents doing, and was the hike a positive grieving exercise? 01:32:13 - What do you know about how Curtis died? 01:41:12 - What advice do you have for people loving someone with severe mental illness? 01:45:15 - What were the highlights and best moments of the Camino? 01:46:53 - How did you navigate language barriers in Portugal and Spain? 01:48:24 - What are the funniest parent quirks you discovered on the hike? 01:57:03 - What gear do you recommend for the Camino? 02:07:15 - What was the funniest thing that happened on the trail? 02:10:01 - What is it like managing sleep apnea with a CPAP while backpacking? 02:23:04 - What are your top recovery tips for ultrarunning? 02:27:54 - Discussion about 2026 hiking trends: sleeping pad inflators and Alpha Direct Segments Trek Propaganda: 2026 Hiking Gear Trends, And Whether I Think They're Actually Worth It by Livvy Weld QOTD: Would you rather have one raccoon know all your secrets and occasionally hint at them or one goose publicly overreact to everything you do? 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Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author and spiritual teacher, spent years in perimenopause without ever naming it, until menopause hit at 44 and she came out the other side in what she calls a kind of resurrection. In this episode, she and Jeff trace that path: the unraveling, the hormones, the strength training, and the spiritual reckoning underneath all of it. They get specific about the physical and the spiritual at once: hormones, muscle, and the inner work that made the rest possible. Perimenopause symptoms that often go unrecognized in your 30s and 40s Hormone optimization, HRT, and microdosing testosterone for women Strength training, protein, and protecting muscle as you age Internal Family Systems and healing core wounds through transition This episode is for anyone navigating menopause, rethinking women's hormone health, or looking for a grounded spiritual practice to move through a hard season. This episode was made possible by: LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE”
Is it financially responsible for New Yorkers to buy Finals tickets? Which musical artists has the best fan base? Should Megan Thee Stallion have been at the Tony Awards?? How much money does Nick Cannon make?? Are Taylor and Travis REALLY getting married at Madison Square Garden? PLUS: Why Cody needed the PERFECT Birthday Cake, why Dua Lipa needs to wait to have kids, And Cody's gripe with 4D Movies!We have summer deals for YOU!ZBiotics: Need some PRE-alcohol for your lifestyle? Go to zbiotics.com/tactful to get 15% off your first order when you use TACTFUL at checkout!LMNT: Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order at DrinkLMNT.com/tactful - And remember to try Lemonade Iced Tea now through August 31st!Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury! Head to Quince.com/pettiness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This special Creatine Compilation brings together expert insights from Rachel DeVaux, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, and Andrew Koutnik on one of the most researched supplements in health and fitness. Through highlights from these conversations, we explore how creatine supports muscle growth, recovery, brain health, metabolic health, performance, and healthy aging. We also discuss dosing, common misconceptions, who can benefit most from creatine supplementation, and why it's becoming an increasingly important tool for women, athletes, and anyone looking to optimize their long-term health. → Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed: → Why is creatine one of the most researched supplements available? → How does creatine support muscle, strength, and recovery? → What role does creatine play in brain health and cognition? → Why are more women being encouraged to take creatine? → How much creatine do you actually need? → Is creatine safe for long-term use? → Can creatine support metabolic health and healthy aging? → What are the biggest misconceptions about creatine? → How can creatine fit into a whole-foods lifestyle? → Who stands to benefit most from creatine supplementation? Sponsored By: → Function | Check your health the way I do. Function provides 160+ lab tests for $1/day and member pricing on MRI and CT scans. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit. → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com. → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. → Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY → Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:15 - Rachel DeVaux: Why Creatine Is More Than A Muscle Supplement → 00:05:20 - Creatine For Strength, Recovery + Performance → 00:09:18 - The Benefits Of Creatine For Women → 00:15:58 - Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan: How Creatine Supports Brain Health → 00:20:32 - Creatine, Aging + Longevity → 00:29:08 - How Much Creatine Do You Actually Need? → 00:34:15 - Common Creatine Myths Explained → 00:42:35 - Creatine, Cognition + Alzheimer's Research → 00:47:52 - Creatine For Perimenopause + Women's Health → 00:52:40 - Is Creatine Safe For Long-Term Use? → 00:59:05 - Andrew Koutnik: Who Benefits Most From Creatine Supplementation? → 01:01:19 - Best Practices For Taking Creatine → 01:06:10 - Creatine, Mood + Mental Health → 01:10:49 - Choosing A High-Quality Creatine Supplement → 01:13:47 - Creatine, Metabolic Health + Performance → 01:19:03 - Metabolic Flexibility + Ketosis → 01:22:42 - Final Thoughts Further Listening: → Building Muscle, Protecting Metabolism, + Simplifying Dinner | Rachael DeVaux → The Truth About Creatine for Women: Strength, Hormones, + Brain Health | Abbie Smith → Why You're Stuck: Hunger, Hormones + Metabolic Fixes | Dr. Andrew Koutnik Check Out: → Abbie Smith Ryan → Website → Rachel DeVaux → Website → Andrew Koutnik → Website Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook
377: In today's episode, thyroid expert McCall McPherson joins me to discuss the signs, symptoms, and root causes of thyroid dysfunction. We break down hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's, and why so many people are told their labs are “normal” despite struggling with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and other symptoms. McCall also shares her perspective on GLP-1 medications, thyroid testing, thyroid medication, and the lifestyle factors that can support better thyroid health and long-term wellness. Topics Discussed: → What are the signs and symptoms of thyroid dysfunction? → How does thyroid health affect metabolism, hormones, and digestion? → Why do so many people have normal labs but still feel unwell? → Can Hashimoto's be improved through diet and lifestyle? → What should you know about GLP-1 medications and thyroid health? → Which thyroid tests are most important to run? As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app. Sponsored By: → Kasandrinos | Go to https://www.kasandrinos.com/digest and use code DIGEST for 25% off → LMNT | Get your FREE sample pack with any LMNT purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/DIGEST Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:03:21 - Meet Thyroid Expert McCall McPherson → 00:05:35 - What Does The Thyroid Do? → 00:06:42 - Hypothyroidism vs. Hyperthyroidism → 00:07:40 - Common Thyroid Symptoms → 00:10:15 - Hashimoto's + Root Causes → 00:11:59 - Diet, Inflammation + Environmental Triggers → 00:12:40 - Can Over-Exercising Harm Your Thyroid? → 00:13:35 - Why Thyroid Issues Go Undiagnosed → 00:15:00 - The Problem With Conventional Thyroid Treatment → 00:18:05 - Understanding T3 Therapy → 00:20:40 - Bethany Challenges McCall On Ozempic → 00:22:00 - Microdosing GLP-1s + Thyroid Health → 00:24:20 - The Benefits Of GLP-1 Medications → 00:28:05 - Common GLP-1 Side Effects Explained → 00:30:20 - The Truth About Thyroid Cancer Risks + GLP-1s → 00:33:55 - What If You Don't Want To Take Ozempic? → 00:35:20 - Thyroid Function + Weight Loss Resistance → 00:36:45 - How Quickly Can People Start Feeling Better? → 00:39:00 - Do You Have To Stay On Thyroid Medication Forever? → 00:41:00 - Iodine + Hashimoto's Misconceptions → 00:42:12 - Is Soy Bad For Your Thyroid? → 00:44:00 - Thyroid Issues In Children → 00:46:20 - Which Thyroid Labs Should You Request? → 00:47:25 - Why "Normal" Labs Can Be Misleading → 00:49:25 - Finding The Right Thyroid Support → 00:50:35 - Final Thoughts Further Listening: → 5 Health Benefits of Frankincense for Gut, Joints, Inflammation | BOK Check Out McCall McPherson: → Website → Instagram → TikTok → Thyroid Chart → Podcast Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cold water immersion went from niche ritual to wellness status symbol in about five years. But what does putting your body in an ice bath actually accomplish? In this episode, Jeff weighs cold plunge benefits with enthusiasm and skepticism both fully switched on, from the catecholamine surge to brown fat to the Wim Hof method. The cold shock response, the dopamine surge, and why cortisol drops Brown fat, metabolism, and the truth about cold for fat loss The Wim Hof method and what the famous immune study really showed Why a plunge right after lifting can blunt muscle growth How cold affects women's bodies differently, from the Haenyeo divers to estrogen and iron Who should never plunge without medical clearance This episode is for anyone curious about cold plunge benefits, weighing an ice bath habit, or trying to tell the practice apart from the pitch.Referenced in this episode: Dr. Amy Killen, "Oh, The Places You'll Go" (cold water, female strength, and the Haenyeo divers of Jeju): https://dramybkillen.substack.com/p/oh-the-places-youll-go This episode was made possible by: Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.
Happiness is becoming scarcer as more of us work harder, longer hours. Most adults don't have a productivity problem—they have a joy problem. Somewhere between responsibilities, careers, parenting, and achievement, many people abandon happiness, that playful, curious version of themselves that once came naturally. Do we build better habits at the sake of losing our joy? Improv comedian, speaker, and workplace culture expert Erin Diehl argues that play is far more than entertainment—it's a gateway to resilience, creativity, authentic leadership, self-love, and deeper human connection. Through powerful stories about burnout, post-concussion recovery, IVF heartbreak, motherhood, and rebuilding her life around joy instead of achievement, Erin shares how learning to surrender control, develop happiness as a skill, embrace uncertainty, and intentionally create space for fun transformed both her personal life and business. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, overly serious, or stuck in constant productivity mode, this conversation offers a practical and deeply human reminder that joy isn't a reward for success—it might actually be the path to it. Follow Erin @itserindiehl Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 Why Adults Stop Playing 02:57 Can Play Make Serious Life Problems Easier? 06:59 Is Play a Luxury? 09:08 Finding Joy Through Your Senses 12:01 Why Everyone Should Take Improv Classes 15:43 Using Improv to Navigate Uncertainty 18:02 The Power of Surrender 21:17 How Your Body Reveals Stress & Control 24:40 Learning How to Receive Joy 27:31 The Balance Between Giving and Receiving 29:54 What Burnout Really Looks Like 35:46 The Health Scare That Changed Erin's Life 41:01 Why Play Is a Form of Self-Love 43:09 Parenting and Rediscovering Play 46:07 Is Play More Important Than Productivity? 47:10 IVF, Grief & Finding Meaning Through Loss 49:30 What "Ever Forward" Means to Erin Diehl 51:43 How to Bring More Play Into Your Life Today ----- Episode resources: LMNT - Get your free sample pack with any purchase Timeline Nutrition: Support mitochondrial health with Mitopure (code EVERFORWARD)
The illusion of world-class strength is built on rigid programming—but the truth is that strict protocols are often what cause elite lifters to plateau or break. Long before he was known as The Swolefessor, Marcellus Williams discovered that textbook biomechanics and conventional gym culture rarely produced championship-level results. By combining a formal education in kinesiology with advanced athlete psychology, he uncovered a hidden variable in human performance that transformed talented lifters into world champions. In this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Marcellus explains why adaptability—not rigidity—is the true key to long-term strength success. In This Episode The Adaptability Paradox – Why changing a program mid-cycle can be the key to breaking plateaus instead of breaking the athlete. Psychological Profiling – How understanding a lifter's mindset before they touch the barbell impacts performance, execution, and retention. Individualized Mechanics – Why copying a world champion's technique is often a mistake and how to build a technical model that fits the individual. Managing Large Coaching Rosters – The systems and processes behind successfully coaching more than 80 lifters without sacrificing elite-level results. Meet the Guest Marcellus Williams is an elite powerlifting coach, educator, and co-founder of Powerlifting Now. Known throughout the industry as The Swolefessor, he combines a degree in Kinesiology with advanced athlete psychology to coach more than 80 active lifters. His coaching résumé includes 4 IPF World Champions and 14 National Champions. Follow Marcellus Williams YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theswolefessor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswolefessor Powerlifting Now: https://powerlifting-now.com/ Strength Now: https://strength-now.com/ Become an elitefts Channel Member Get early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk and exclusive member-only content. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk FULL Crew Access https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps & Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Sponsors elitefts Get an extra 10% OFF with code TABLETALK https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Get 10% OFF your next lab package with code TABLETALK https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT Get a free 8-count sample pack with your order http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk ChiliPad 2.0 Save up to $255 with code TABLETALK https://sleep.me/tabletalk Massenomics https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime memberships with code ELITEFTS20 https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App Get 10% OFF with code TABLETALK https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app
What happens to your gut when estrogen declines? In this episode, Jeff sits down with Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and author of The Menopause Gut, to explore the overlooked connection between hormones and digestive health. How declining estradiol impacts the microbiome and increases inflammation What is the estrobolome and estrogen processing in the gut Why 80% of autoimmune conditions affect women Sleep, stress, and their cascading effects on gut health Practical protocols for nutrition, movement, and hormone optimization This episode is for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, anyone curious about the gut-hormone connection, and those seeking science-backed strategies for midlife health. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.
Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich talks to Freya and Blake, a couple in their mid-40s with two young children who are facing one of the most urgent financial situations we've seen on the show. Together, they earn around $143K a year, but their fixed costs are at 102%, they have $0 in savings, only $180 invested, and more than $96K in debt. Freya applied because she feared they were close to becoming homeless. On the surface, their problem looks like debt. Underneath, it's avoidance, guilt, lack of partnership, and years of “we'll figure it out later.” Freya carries the emotional labour of the household and money decisions, while Blake admits he avoids the numbers and tries to solve problems by simply making more money. Ramit helps them confront the reality of their situation, stop tinkering around the edges, and build a radical plan that gives their family a chance to get stable. In this episode we uncover: • Why Freya and Blake are spending more than they make every month • How their fixed costs reached 102% of their income • Why having a $143K income still isn't enough when there's no system • The $96K debt number that forces them to face reality • Why Freya feels like she has to manage everything alone • Blake's “ostrich” approach to money and avoidance • How trips, skiing, and everyday spending became symptoms of a bigger issue • Why being intelligent doesn't protect you from bad money decisions • The emotional cost of having $0 in savings with two young children • How childhood, privilege, resentment, and guilt shaped their money habits • Why hustling stops working once fixed costs get too high • Ramit's warning that they are weeks away from not being able to pay rent • Why Blake may need to aggressively increase his income • How they move from blame and panic into a shared plan • Their follow-up reflections on what finally felt doable Chapters: (00:01:20) Meet Freya and Blake (00:03:30) Why Freya applied to speak with Ramit (00:05:23) “Do you want to have a budget conversation?” (00:05:56) The skiing trip that became a money fight (00:08:22) The Mexico trip they couldn't afford (00:13:52) Savings are gone and the safety net has disappeared (00:15:16) Freya carries the planning, groceries, kids, and money stress (00:21:54) Looking at the Conscious Spending Plan together (00:24:01) The real debt and net worth numbers land (00:31:24) Why 102% fixed costs means they are broke (00:32:04) Ramit warns they are weeks away from not paying rent (00:34:54) Childhood money lessons and blame (00:43:57) Borrowing money to avoid eviction (00:48:11) Blake's belief that more income will solve everything (00:57:14) Guilt, family, and saying yes when they should say no (01:03:00) Defining a realistic Rich Life from where they are now (01:08:30) Childcare costs disappearing (01:15:03) Freya asks Blake to help with grocery planning (01:18:00) Why savings comes before debt payoff right now (01:34:00) Why the plan finally feels doable This episode is brought to you by: Grow Therapy | Visit https://growtherapy.com/ramit to find a therapist today. LMNT | Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order at https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT MasterClass | For unlimited access to every class and at least 15% off any annual membership, go to https://masterclass.com/ramit Facet | As of the date of this recording, Facet is waiving the enrollment fee for new annual members, and for my audience, Facet is offering $300 into your brokerage account if you invest and maintain $5,000 within your first 90 days. Head to facet.com/ramit to learn more about which membership option is best for you. Offer has been extended to 12/31/2026. #FacetAd Connect with Ramit • Get my new book, Money For Couples • Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube Have you or your partner realised you're paying a 1% financial advisor hundreds of thousands of dollars in fees over your lifetime? Maybe you feel stuck because they're your “family money guy,” If so, I want to talk. Apply to be on my podcast at https://iwt.com/apply
NAD+ has become the longevity industry's favorite molecule, sold as as a supplement and as a four-hour IV that promises sharper thinking, more energy, and slower aging. But a new 2026 paper complicates the very story it was built on. In this episode, Jeff breaks down what NAD+ actually is, what the human trials really show, and why the gap between a $40 oral supplement and a $1,200 IV drip matters more than the marketing admits. You'll learn about: What NAD+ does in the body and why it got tied to aging The new research questioning whether NAD+ truly declines with age Oral NR and NMN versus IV infusions, and what the evidence supports The risks rarely mentioned, including the cancer question Why the saline, B vitamins, and forced rest may explain how good people feel This episode is for anyone weighing NAD+, longevity supplements, or an IV drip, and who wants to tell real science from wellness hype first. This episode was made possible by: LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE”
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are bringing you the final on-air fight between Jabba and Chaunce. It is mostly awkward and uncomfortable, with- I think- a dash of closure at the end. Will you enjoy it? I don't know. Maybe not. We wrap the show with a question of the day involving button pushing and death, a new sun hoodie review- the REI Flash Shade, the triple crown of food to hike out of town with, we breakdown whether all food can be categorized as a soup, salad, or sandwich, we put out a call for your favorite Chaunce clips, and for your self-nominations as guest co-host of this here podcast. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BACKPACKERRADIO" for $20 off LT5 Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com. Shady Rays: Use code "TREK" for 40% off two or more pairs of sunglasses at shadyrays.com. OnX Backcountry: Through Memorial Day, use code "TREK70" for 70% off at onxmaps.com [divider] Interview with Jabba Jabba's Instagram Time stamps & Questions 00:07:50 - Reminders: Join us for Chaunce's live podcast sendoff, submit your favorite Chaunce moments or a voicemail for Chaunce, apply to be a co-host, check out our new merch, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:18:15 - Jabba, recap your hiking on the Arizona Trail 00:30:20 - How many trails have you quit? 00:36:30 - Rehashing when Chaunce's face was broken 00:44:05 - Describe your first meeting with one another 00:51:55 - Per pound, who's the stronger backpacker? 00:58:45 - How has your friendship changed over time? 01:03:35 - Would Jabba only use a gas station bathroom for a year to get $1 million dollars? 01:07:00 - Jabba vs. Chaunce arm wrestle 01:09:14 - What did Jabba think about people coming to Chaunce's defense after the guy stuff episode? 01:16:30 - Spin the Wheel 01:20:00 - How long of a hike could you do together? 01:34:50 - What is the thing you like the most about the other person? 01:43:40 - What is the thing you dislike most about the other person? 01:50:45 - Chaunce tries to compliment Jabba 02:03:00 - When was the last time Jabba's feelings were hurt? 02:12:10 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking? Segments Trek Propaganda: Check out the Trek's Youtube Processing QOTD: Everyone on earth takes a private vote by pressing a red or blue button. If more than 50% of people press the blue button, everyone survives. If less than 50% of people press the blue button, only people who pressed the red button survive. Which button would you press? Sun Hoodie Review - REI Flash Shade Triple Crown of town food to hike out with Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Alex Kindle, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Bill Jensen, Brad & Blair Thirteen Adventures, Bret Mullins aka Cruizy, Bryan Alsop, Carl Lobstah Houde, Christopher Marshburn, Clint Sitler, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Ethan Harwell, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg Martin, Griffin Haywood, Hailey Buckingham, Jackson Storm, JaredNotFromSubway, Jason Kiser, Jason "The Snail" Snailer, Luke Netjes, Matty in AZ, Patrick Cianciolo, Randy Sutherland, Rebecca Brave, Rural Juror, Sawyer Products, The Saint Louis Shaman, Timothy Hahn, Tracy 'Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Bells, Benjy Lowry, Bonnie Ackerman, Brett Vandiver, Chris Pyle, Dakota J, David Neal, Dcnerdlet, Denise Krekeler, Jack Greene, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Lloyd Harris, Merle Watkins, Peter, Quenten Jones, Ruth S, Salt Stain, Sloan Alberhasky, and Tyler Powers.
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What if the reason so many of us feel exhausted, disconnected, and unfulfilled isn't because we're failing… but because we've been taught to live in the wrong mindset entirely? In this conversation, I sat down with Stanford professors and Designing Your Life authors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans to unpack why modern life keeps us trapped in the “transactional world” and how to reconnect with meaning, presence, flow, and joy. We talk about burnout, motherhood, social media, AI anxiety, loneliness, relationships, and the simple mindset shifts that can completely change the way you experience your life. → Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed: → Why do successful people feel empty? → How do you enter a flow state? → What creates meaning in everyday life? → Why are people more lonely today? → How do you stop living reactively? Sponsored By: → Function | Check your health the way I do — 160+ lab tests a year for $365, plus the ability to dive deeper into your results with Function's trusted connections to platforms like ChatGPT and Claude. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership. → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com. → Timeline | Timeline's clinically proven formula is now more accessible. Mitopure starts at $99, and listeners can get 20% off at: https://timeline.com/KELLY → Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. → Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout. → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:45 - Bill + Dave's Origin Story → 00:05:15 - The “Transactional World” Mindset → 00:09:59 - The Lonely Generation → 00:16:44 - Designer Mindsets → 00:21:13 - Practicing Presence → 00:23:21 - Why Nature Changes Your Nervous System → 00:30:11 - The “Got To” Vs “Get To” Mindset → 00:35:05 - Trauma, Gratitude + Perspective Shifts → 00:41:32 - FOMO to JOMO → 00:47:25 - Building Your Personal Compass → 00:53:39 - How To Create A Coherent Life → 00:57:15 - Follow Your Arrow → 00:59:10 - The Root of Suffering → 01:03:55 - Radical Acceptance → 01:11:01 - Get More Out Of Your Life → 01:15:16 - Connecting With Others Further Listening: → Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn't Exist | Joe Hudson Check Out Bill + Dave: → https://designingyour.life/ Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook
After kids, a lot of couples assume intimacy is supposed to disappear. You're exhausted, touched-out, overwhelmed by logistics, carrying invisible mental load — and somewhere along the way, sex can start to feel complicated, distant, or impossible to even talk about. But what if the story is more nuanced than that? In this episode, Dr. Becky talks with board-certified OB/GYN, sexual wellness expert, and Chief Medical Officer at Hers, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, about new survey data exploring what actually happens to intimacy in long-term relationships and parenthood. They discuss: why some married couples report better sex after kids how vulnerability changes intimacy the connection between mental load and desire hormones, perimenopause, and libido why “whose fault is this?” is often the wrong question what it means to approach intimacy from a same-team perspective This conversation is honest, practical, funny at times — and ultimately hopeful. Because intimacy is about feeling seen, understood, connected, and able to locate yourself inside your relationship again. Dr. Becky wrote up a few tips for talking to your partner about intimacy after kids. You can read those here. Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Skylight: Get $30 off a 15-inch Skylight Calendar at myskylight.com/becky LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at LMNT.com/goodinside Oso & Me: Use the code OSOGOOD15 for 15% off clothes newborn through age ten Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Liver detoxes are a $10 billion industry. The liver is also the most regenerative organ in the body, running its own continuous cleanse without your help. In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno walks through what's actually known about liver health, from juice cleanses to gallbladder flushes to the supplements lining every wellness aisle. How the liver actually metabolizes and clears toxins Why the green "stones" in popular flushes are just solidified olive oil Fatty liver disease, fructose, and the irony of fruit-heavy cleanses The evidence for coffee, cruciferous vegetables, exercise, and fiber Which supplements have real research: milk thistle, berberine, NAC, sulforaphane This episode is for anyone considering a cleanse who wants to know what works, what doesn't, and what's worth their money. This episode was made possible by: Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.
Sam Harris has two brains. One is making sense of the political chaos. The other is waking up from it. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Sam Harris, neuroscientist, author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, for part one of a two-part conversation on surviving the modern world with your sanity intact. They unpack the outrage machine, political tribalism, and what it actually takes to stay clear-headed inside the noise. They discuss: Why Sam finally quit Twitter after 12 years, and what changed How the attention economy fuels hyper-partisanship and authoritarianism The moral panic around race, and how it radicalized the center Immigration policy, deportation, and the abandonment of Afghan allies Free speech, Orbán's defeat, and the future of liberal democracy If you want to learn Sam's approach to staying engaged with the world without losing your mind to it, go to onecommune.com/sam to get 30 days of his Waking Up app for free. This episode was made possible by: Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line.
Dr. Lindsay C. Gibson has helped millions of readers understand the lasting impact of emotionally immature parents. In this conversation, she joins Dr. Becky to explore the other side of the equation: how we raise emotionally mature kids. They discuss why kids' behavior can feel so activating, the difference between emotions being a “master” versus an “advisor,” why emotional maturity has nothing to do with perfection, and how connection is built in tiny everyday moments—not just the hard ones. This episode is for every parent who's ever thought: Why did I react so strongly to that? Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Ergobaby: Use the code DRBECKY20 for 20% off for support at every stage LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at LMNT.com/goodinside Kt by Knix: Use the code GOODINSIDE for 15% off period underwear Oso & Me: Use the code OSOGOOD15 for 15% off clothes newborn through age ten Learn more about Good Inside Baby. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Creatine is one of the most researched and most misunderstood compounds in the supplement aisle. In this episode, Jeff walks through what the evidence actually says about creatine for muscle, brain health, aging, and women's health, and where the legitimate cautions sit. Inside: How phosphocreatine fuels muscle and brain cells New 2024 and 2025 research on cognition and women's hormonal health Sarcopenia, emerging Alzheimer's trials, and aging well What to buy (creatine monohydrate, Creapure, NSF Certified) and what to skip Why bipolar history, kidney disease, and chronic NSAID use matter This episode is for anyone curious about creatine, women navigating perimenopause and menopause, and adults thinking ahead about strength and cognitive longevity. This episode was made possible by: Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line.
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Stephen Palazzo, aka Near Miss, an Army veteran, thru-hiker, and peak bagger who has completed the AT, CDT, AZT, and Colorado Trail, summited all 58 of Colorado's 14ers, and knocked out three of the seven summits. This one runs the gambit. Stephen walks us through 24 years of military service, from crossing into Iraq on the first wave of the ground war in 2003 to negotiating with the number two guy in Al-Qaeda over a solitary confinement dispute, to a very geopolitically tangled deployment in Syria. He also shares how thru-hiking became the thing that finally got him to put down the bottle, why post-trail depression hit harder than anything he experienced in war, and a magical moment in the Wind River Range where he locked eyes with a bull moose. And- as Chaunce comes to grips with her impending move, she has made it her mission to make each podcast an ultra-marathon. This one is sure to give you enough content to get through the week (or year). Also, warning: this episode contains discussions of war, combat, death, PTSD, and alcohol abuse. We wrap the show with an article about thru-hiker entitlement, discussing why a Sawyer filter lasts a lifetime but you're supposed to swap a Brita every few months, the triple crown of mountain peaks, a new sun hoody review series, a detailed mailbag about a listener's experience on the San Diego Trans County Trail, and Chaunce schedules an impromptu summit of Mount Rainier. NEW Backpacker Radio Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/can-you-dig-it-15/ Apply to Guest Co-Host Backpacker Radio. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BACKPACKERRADIO" for $20 off LT5 Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com. 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[divider] Interview with Stephen "Near Miss" Palazzo Stephen's Instagram Stephen's Trek Author page Time stamps & Questions 00:05:25 - Reminders: Check out our new merch, get tickets for our LIVE Chaunce send-off podcast, apply to be a guest co-host, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon 00:13:40 - Introducing Near Miss 00:15:50 - What got you started in the military? 00:22:00 - Were you still on your five year plan when 9/11 happened? 00:26:45 - Talk to us in your drill sergeant voice 00:28:30 - Discussion about Stephen's time in the military after 9/11 00:40:50 - Did you prefer your more managerial or front-line roles? 00:45:40 - What are your go-to stories that you tell about your deployments? 00:49:18 - What was one of your near-death experiences? 00:53:00 - Discussion about post-trail depression 00:55:30 - Discussion about PTSD 00:56:00 - How did you deal with your drinking problems? 01:01:15 - Do you have any advice for hikers that want to process something on trail? 01:06:17 - Chaunce's voice memo story 01:09:50 - As a drill sergeant, what ticks you off the most? 01:14:00 - How many people left in the first few weeks? 01:21:00 - Tell us about your Ursack freezing to a tree 01:26:50 - Have you talked any of your veteran friends into hiking? 01:28:30 - Was there a moment you realized that hiking was healing you? 01:35:00 - Tell us about your trip to Ecuador 01;37:30 - Discussion about rhabdomyolysis 01:40:45 - How did you get interested in mountaineering? 01:44:16 - Do you have advice for someone who wants to save money for an adventure? 01:51:45 - How did you decide to hike the CDT next? 01:56:10 - Is there a difference between the fear you experienced while deployed versus hiking? 01:58:50 - What are your favorite stories from the CDT? 02:02:10 - What's the most real between ghosts, aliens, and mountain lions in New England? 02:14:35 - What time span did you complete all the Colorado 14ers in? 02:18:30 - Discussion about paratroopers 02:25:15 - Which was your first of the 7 summits? 02:31:17 - Discussion about summiting Denali 02:38:15 - Fuck Marry Kill: Denali, Kiliminjaro, Aconcagua 02:39:50 - If you had to cut a summit from the list, which would you cut? 02:43:00 - Discussion about deciding to quit a thru-hike and town food 02:49:50 - Tell us about the 13ers you've done recently 02:52:00 - Are you afraid of dying? 02:53:55 - What do you wear in extremely cold conditions? 02:55:45 - What advice would you give to someone interested in getting into mountaineering? 03:03:30 - Do you feel like a different person now? 03:06:00 - Zach and Chaunce have a fight 03:12:50 - What's next on the docket for you? 03:13:45 - In what way did you burnout on thru-hiking? 03:16:40 - Tell us about your Buffalo Wild Wings points 03:23:00 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking? 03:25:50 - If you were 18 again, would you join the Army again? Segments Trek Propaganda: 7 All-Too Common Signs of Entitlement I've Noticed in the Thru-Hiking Community by Peg Leg QOTD: Why does a sawyer filter last a lifetime but you're supposed to swap a brita every few months? Triple Crown of mountain peaks Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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The staged spectacle of the ring and the curated edits of prime time are stripped away to reveal a raw physical reality that cannot be faked. Eric "Bull" Bugenhagen, Jesse "Steel" Godderz, and Michael "Fang" Wardlow endured a month of sensory deprivation and high-stakes violence to resurrect a cultural legend. From the agony of competing with a ruptured bicep to the psychological warfare of gladiator lockdown, these three modern-day icons reveal the grit required to weaponize a 280-pound frame. INSIDE THE EPISODE The Secret Injury: How Fang competed in the most grueling events with a full bicep tear Gladiator Lockdown: The reality of living in isolation with 16 world-class athletes for 30 days Breaking the Rules: Bull reveals the backstage moments that almost got him pulled from the show The 3-Hour Pump: Why training like a bodybuilder is a liability in a 30-foot vertical arena Diet of Champions: Living on sulfur-soaked eggs and high-molecular-weight starch to stay explosive MEET THE GUESTS Eric Bugenhagen ("Bull") Eric Bugenhagen, the chaotic force known as Bull, is a former D1 wrestler from the University of Wisconsin and a YouTube legend built on the philosophy of unorthodox intensity. Known for his 800-pound behind-the-back deadlifts and unhinged charisma, Bugenhagen serves as the engine of the trio, bridging the gap between elite strength sports and mainstream entertainment. Michael Wardlow ("Fang") Michael Wardlow, rebranded as Fang for the arena, is one of professional wrestling's most feared powerhouses. Standing as a multi-time champion in AEW, he brought a D1 wrestling background and a headhunter mentality to the show, proving that functional agility is the only currency that matters when suspended 30 feet in the air. Jesse Godderz ("Steel") Jesse Godderz, known to the world as Steel and Mr. Pectacular, is a rare hybrid of reality TV royalty and professional wrestling veteran. A staple of CBS's Big Brother for over a decade and a 17-year veteran of the squared circle, Godderz transitioned his Golden Era physique into a dominant run on the 2026 revival of American Gladiators. FOLLOW THE GLADIATORS Instagram THE BULL: https://www.instagram.com/ericbugenhagenofficial/ STEEL: https://www.instagram.com/mrpec_tacular/ FANG: https://www.instagram.com/realwardlow/ Become an elitefts Channel Member Become an elitefts channel member for early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast and other perks. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk FULL Crew Access https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps, Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Sponsors elitefts Get an extra 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK) https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK) https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime MASS Research Review (CODE: ELITEFTS20) https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App Get 10% OFF RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK) https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app
Time to battle! Cody and Andrew pit their top 10 albums against each other to decide who can be better trusted with the aux cord! PLUS: Do greatest hits count? Is Whitney Houston an album artist? Could RuPaul do Coachella? What was the best COVID album? Will Rihanna ever come back to music? Does Andrew spend too much time in the bath? AND what is Cody's vote for greatest album EVER MADE??Check out our spring sponsors!!LMNT: Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order at DrinkLMNT.com/tactful - And remember to try Lemonade Iced Tea now through August 31st!Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury! Head to Quince.com/pettiness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!HER Dating App: Learn more HERE and follow HER on Instagram or TikTok @HERsocialapp to shoot your shot!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A single blood draw promises to screen for more than fifty cancers. A full-body MRI can capture you head to thigh in under an hour. But should you actually take one? In this episode, Jeff Krasno walks through the science, the marketing, and his own experience taking the Galleri test after his father's death from cancer. He compares Galleri to direct-to-consumer MRIs from Prenuvo and Ezra, and lays out what the evidence does and doesn't support. How Galleri and full-body MRI actually work What the recent NHS Galleri trial showed Lead time bias, overdiagnosis, and the diagnostic cascade Four honest questions to ask before getting screened Why lifestyle remains the biggest lever for cancer risk This episode is for anyone considering direct-to-consumer cancer screening, navigating a family cancer history, or trying to read between the lines of wellness marketing. This episode was made possible by: Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line.
The world isn't your oyster forever. For elite powerlifter Sean Noriega, realizing that 300kg squats were no longer guaranteed forced a complete psychological and technical rebuild. After a five-year regression that left him chasing the numbers from his junior career, the MIT-educated mechanical engineer turned world-class coach applied the same analytical mindset he used in the lab to rebuilding his body under the bar. What followed was a transformation from "meathead" lifter to one of the most technically respected coaches in powerlifting. In this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk, Sean breaks down the razor-thin margins separating good from legendary while detailing his evolution from world-record athlete to founder of Team Nori and PowerliftingNow. INSIDE THE EPISODE Why huge PRs at 23 can lead to years of stagnation if you don't evolve The truth behind high-frequency benching, the controversial "Nori" setup, and practice singles How MIT engineering principles shaped Sean's approach to RPE and data-driven programming Why loosening his brace and changing his stance finally helped him break through the 300kg barrier The political split in tested powerlifting and why top lifters still choose competition over comfort The shift from "strength at all costs" to long-term technical mastery ABOUT THE GUEST Sean Noriega is an elite powerlifter, coach, and founder of Team Nori — one of the most technically driven coaching systems in strength sports. A mechanical engineering graduate from MIT, Sean has spent the last decade combining high-level competition experience with scientific optimization. As co-founder of PowerliftingNow, he has helped redefine modern coaching through technical precision, data analysis, and long-term athlete development. His system has produced national- and world-level athletes across some of the most competitive weight classes in powerlifting. SUPPORT THE SHOW Become an elitefts Table Talk Crew Member Early access, exclusive content, and more: https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & Exclusive Content https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application BEST-SELLING elitefts PRODUCTS Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps & Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html SPONSORS elitefts Get an extra 10% OFF with code: TABLE TALK https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Get 10% OFF labs with code: TABLETALK https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT Get a free 8-count sample pack: http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review Save 20% with code: ELITEFTS20 https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App Get 10% OFF with code: TABLE TALK https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app
Most transformation fails because we're aiming at the wrong thing. We want change, but what we're actually chasing is presence. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Light Watkins, meditation teacher and author, to unpack the real mechanics of personal change: why it has to start with gratitude, why seven days beats 365, and how small, specific challenges compound into a different life. They explore: Why presence is the real goal behind every desire for change Gratitude 1.0 vs. 2.0 The tortoise approach to transformation vs. the crisis and Eat Pray Love models Seven-day challenges as a sustainable pathway to lasting habits This episode is for anyone who's tried to change and stalled… and wants a more honest, low-drama way forward. This episode was made possible by: Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Stripes: Visit stripesbeauty.com and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line.
You've probably said it—or heard it: “Nobody knows what they're doing.” It's meant to comfort us as parents. And sometimes it does. But… is it actually true? In this episode of our ongoing Is It True? series, Dr. Becky and Myleik Teele take a closer look at this belief—and what might be more helpful to hold onto instead. They explore: Why this idea can feel relieving… and also limiting The pressure to “prove” you're a good parent in hard moments What it really looks like when a parent does know what they're doing And the powerful role of curiosity—about your child and yourself Through real-life moments (public meltdowns, getting hit in a school line, vacation chaos), they show how parenting isn't about having it all figured out—but about learning, adjusting, and building skills over time. Read Dr. Becky's follow up on the Good Inside Blog. Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: - Ergobaby: Use the code DRBECKY20 for 20% off for support at every stage - LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at drinklmnt.com/goodinside - Coterie: Get 20% off with the code GOODINSIDEBABY20 - Skylight: Get $30 off a 15-inch Skylight Calendar at myskylight.com/becky Good Inside is growing up! Listen to The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl, for parents of teens and tweens! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
You wake up feeling rested, check your Oura Ring, and suddenly you're tired. In this episode, Jeff Krasno examines whether sleep trackers like Oura, Whoop, and Apple Watch are genuinely improving our health or actually creating a new kind of sleep anxiety. He explores: What sleep trackers actually measure versus what they only model Orthosomnia and the rise of tracker-induced sleep anxiety Where Oura, Whoop, and Apple Watch are reliable, and where they aren't HIPAA gaps, FDA clearance, and what your data is worth Who benefits from wearing one, and who probably shouldn't This episode is for anyone wearing a sleep tracker, considering one, or wondering whether the score on their wrist is making them healthier or just more anxious. This episode was made possible by: Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune.
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Katie "Sunrise" Lance, a civil engineer turned professional triathlete turned thru-hiker who completed the AT last year before quitting her job to pursue triathlon coaching full-time. In this one, Katie walks us through what it's like to qualify for Kona on your very first Ironman, how she was training 20 hours a week on top of 12-hour night shifts at the Tennessee Valley Authority, and what finally pushed her to leave it all behind and hike from Georgia to Maine. She also shares the full arc of a pink-blazing situation that somehow ends with a guy hiking 74 miles in 24 hours to process his feelings, how she nearly got bit by a rattlesnake while finally rinsing out her pee rag for the first time, and why she thinks anyone can finish an Ironman if they actually train for it. We wrap the show with a piece on why week one of a thru-hike is the hardest, a profile on a 70-year-old who set out to hike all three Triple Crown trails in a single calendar year, debating whether pizza loses its luster as you get older, the triple crown of Star Wars characters, and the weird places toddlers pee. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BACKPACKERRADIO" for $20 off UL Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com. Shady Rays: Use code "TREK" for 40% off two or more pairs of sunglasses at shadyrays.com. 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Segments Trek Propaganda The First Week of Your Thru-Hike Will Probably Be the Hardest — Here's How To Prepare by Kelly Floro QOTD: Does pizza lose its luster as you get older? Triple Crown of Star Wars characters Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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If you're pregnant… just had a baby… or love someone who is about to become a parent… this episode is for you! This is a preview of Rattled—a brand-new podcast from Good Inside, created for those early weeks and months of parenthood, when everything feels new, intense, and a little disorienting. Each episode of Rattled starts with a thought—the kind that shows up at 2 a.m., the kind you don't always say out loud, the kind that can make you wonder if something is wrong with you. In this preview, you'll hear from two parents: Caro Chambers—writer, chef, and mom of four—on the moment it hit her:“Oh… my whole life has changed.” And Leah Smart—executive coach, podcast host, and new mom—on experiencing intrusive thoughts during pregnancy and postpartum, and what they actually mean (and don't mean) about you. If you've ever had a complicated thought around a baby… or worried about what your thoughts say about you—you're not the only one! Subscribe to Rattled; new episodes every Thursday. Learn more about Good Inside Baby. Because the best way to care for a baby… is to care for the person holding the baby! Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: Ole Henriksen: Use the code DRBECKY30 for 30% off the Banana Bright+ Eye Crème LMNT: Get a free 8-count sample pack with your purchase at LMNT.com/goodinside Hiya: Use the code DRBECKY for 50% off your first order Good Inside is growing up! Listen to The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl, for parents of teens and tweens! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Melatonin is one of the most consumed supplements in America and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno digs into what melatonin actually does, why most people take too much at the wrong time, and what the research says about sleep, kids, and the regulatory loophole that put a hormone on the candy shelf. In this episode: Why melatonin is a clock signal, not a sleeping pill The dosage gap between physiology and the bottle A 2023 JAMA study found 88% of melatonin gummies were mislabeled Pediatric use, ER visits, and questions around puberty timing How morning sunlight and dim evenings often outperform a pill This episode is for anyone reaching for melatonin at bedtime, parents weighing it for their kids, and listeners who want to know if their supplement is actually solving the problem they think it is. This episode was made possible by: Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE”
Most mental health treatments manage symptoms, but psychedelic therapy goes after the root cause. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Lauren Taus, psychotherapist and psychedelic integration specialist, to break down what these medicines actually are, how they work, and whether they might be right for you. The history of psychedelic research — and how Nixon's war on drugs shut it down MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine, and ayahuasca: what each one does and who it's for Why integration matters more than the experience itself How to find a qualified guide (and the red flags to watch for) The role of psychedelics in end-of-life care and death anxiety This episode is for anyone curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy, navigating treatment-resistant depression or PTSD, or looking for a grounded, honest guide to what these medicines can and can't do. This episode was made possible by: Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE”
Marcus and Amber Capone are the subjects of the Netflix documentary “In Waves and War” and founders of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions. We discuss Marcus's 13 years in Naval Special Operations, the TBI and suicidal ideation that followed six combat deployments, the marriage that nearly didn't survive, the Stanford research into ibogaine treatment, and the mission they've built for veterans who are out of options. I also share — publicly for the first time — my own experience with iboga, 19 days prior. Marcus and Amber are remarkable examples of service. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Rivian: Electric vehicles that keep the world adventurous forever
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth, a triple crowner who has completed a long trail every year since 2019, including the triple crown, TA, Long Trail, JMT, Tahoe Rim Trail, and Wonderland Trail. Rascal also served as crew chief for Tara Dower's supported southbound FKT on the AT in 2024. In this one, Rascal walks us through what it actually takes to crew a 40-day record attempt, how a near-death situation in the San Juans changed the way she thinks about approaching the backcountry, what goes into a 109-mile push through the Wyoming Basin, and the gear, mindset, and mile-eating habits she's refined across thousands of miles on trail. This one is just a good old fashioned hiker trash chat we think you'll enjoy. We wrap the show with the 411 that Trail Correspondents is coming this week, news of a hiker rescue on the AT, what gear lasted the full length of Peg Leg's 10K mile year, whether we'd rather get a million guaranteed or flip a coin for a billion, the triple crown of Jim Carrey movies, and reminiscing about movies with leeches. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "LT520" for 20% off LT5 Trekking Poles at gossamergear.com. Shady Rays: Use code "TREK" for 40% off two or more pairs of sunglasses at shadyrays.com. Hyperlite Mountain Gear: Use code "BPRADIO15" for 15% of hyperlitemountaingear.com [divider] Interview with Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth Megan's Instagram Megan on Hiker Trash Radio Time stamps & Questions 00:04:56 - Reminders: Listen to Season 5 of Trail Correspondents, suggest a guest for the podcast, and listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:08:52 - Introducing Rascal 00:12:29 - Give us a specific example of childhood mischievousness 00:13:55 - Discussion about ADHD and why backpacking works well for neurodivergent people 00:15:47 - How did you get into hiking? What put the AT on your radar? 00:19:50 - Do you remember a specific moment where the lightbulb went on? 00:22:24 - Discussion about shedding your old life/identity after the AT 00:24:23 - How quickly did you find your trail family on the AT? 00:25:47 - At what point did Tara surpass you in speed? 00:29:53 - What does a week look like for Tara training-wise? 00:31:22 - What is your overall goal with hiking every year since 2019? 00:32:50 - What are your favorite day hikes in Durango? 00:35:47 - How did you get so dialed in, gear-wise? 00:39:05 - Do you have tips on do's and don'ts for someone accumulating gear for a thru-hike? 00:46:41 - Discussion about Rascal's AT hitch gone wrong in Maine 00:49:31 - What are the red flags that trigger you not getting in a car? 00:50:41 - Any other standout stories from the AT? 00:51:27 - What brought you to the Long Trail after the AT? 00:55:02 - Tell us about hiking the JMT 00:58:59 - Discussion about the Half Dome cables experience 01:02:17 - You set the intention to do the PCT after the JMT — did that happen? 01:07:30 - Discussion about tracking stats 01:09:30 - What alternates did you take on the CDT to increase your mileage? 01:12:50 - Tell us about the rescue you almost needed in the San Juans 01:21:49 - Discussion about reconnecting with your trail family 01:27:32 - Discussion about the 109-mile push through the Wyoming Basin in 38 hours 01:31:00 - Had you done any ultras by this point leading up to the CDT? 01:33:31 - Do you have any non-obvious tips for pulling a big mile day? 01:36:11 - Discussion about getting giardia on the CDT 01:41:25 - Fuck, Marry, Kill: AT, PCT, CDT 01:43:10 - Discussion about the Te Araroa 01:47:10 - Tell us about the Tahoe Rim Trail and Wonderland Trail 01:48:37 - At what point did your world collide again with Tara for her AT FKT? 02:00:01 - How exhausting is crewing compared to your own thru-hike? 02:01:32 - Is there any part of you that wants recognition? 02:06:17 - Do you have any advice for someone looking to get into running after thru-hiking? 02:08:52 - What do you look for in a running vest? 02:09:40 - What's next for you trail-wise? 02:10:25 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking/trail running? Segments Trek Propaganda: Injured Hiker Rescued After Two Days on the Appalachian Trail by Katie Jackson The Gear That Lasted Me 10,000 Miles in 1 Year by Peg Leg QOTD: Would you rather get a million guaranteed or flip a coin for a billion? Triple Crown of Jim Carey movies Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Chuck Norris Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Alex Kindle, Andrew, Austen McDaniel, Bill Jensen, Brad & Blair Thirteen Adventures, Bret Mullins aka Cruizy, Bryan Alsop, Carl Lobstah Houde, Christopher Marshburn, Clint Sitler, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Ethan Harwell, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg Martin, Griffin Haywood, Hailey Buckingham, Jackson Storm, Jason Kiser, Jason "The Snail" Snailer, Luke Netjes, Matty in AZ, Patrick Cianciolo, Randy Sutherland, Rebecca Brave, Rural Juror, Sawyer Products, The Saint Louis Shaman, Timothy Hahn, Tracy 'Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Bells, Benjy Lowry, Bonnie Ackerman, Brett Vandiver, Chris Pyle, David Neal, Dcnerdlet, Denise Krekeler, Jack Greene, Jak Hoquat, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Lloyd Harris, Merle Watkins, Peter, Quenten Jones, Ruth S, Salt Stain, Sloan Alberhasky, and Tyler Powers.
362: Phytoestrogens aren't always a bad thing! Here's why you may need them! Topics Discussed: → What phytoestrogens are → The role estrogen plays in the body beyond hormones → Foods containing phytoestrogens and why you may want to incorporate them into your diet → Where to get your hormones tested for cheap As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app. Sponsored By: → Seven Sundays | Go to https://sevensundays.com/ and use code: lilsip for 20% off → LMNT | Get your FREE sample pack with any LMNT purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/DIGEST Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:19 - Understanding Estrogen → 00:03:52 - Testing Your Hormones → 00:05:02 - Defining Phytoestrogens 12 → 00:08:22 - Food Recommendations → 00:14:51 - Cruciferous Vegetables → 00:17:01 - Red Wine + Cancer → 00:20:45 - HRT Further Listening: → Foods That Help & Harm Hormones, Infertility, Inflammation, + The Key to Hormone Balance Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alcohol is a biological detergent that systematically strips away the healthy gut microbiota required for elite performance and recovery. Tim Walsh, famously known as "The Vanilla Gorilla," transitioned from a 338-pound teenager to a national-level bodybuilder before becoming the secret weapon for Canada's strongest powerlifters. He revolutionized his coaching career by proving that mastering internal health is the only way to break through a genetic plateau. INSIDE THE EPISODE: The Alcohol Trap: Why off-season drinking is a "cheat code" for systemic inflammation and stalled progress The Magnesium Math: Why most athletes are accidentally under-dosing their most critical recovery mineral by 85% Gut Health Architecture: Using the "Lawn Analogy" to balance probiotics and fiber for maximum nutrient absorption The 120-Pound Jump: How Tim coached Justin Zottl to the highest active lifter total in Canada in just 9 weeks Lessons from the White Walrus: Authentic stories of training with the legendary John Meadows at elitefts MEET THE GUEST: Tim "Vanilla Gorilla" Walsh is an elite performance coach and founder of Vanilla Gorilla Athletics. A disciple of the late John Meadows and Dr. Dwayne Jackson, Tim specializes in the intersection of gut health, micronutrient optimization, and strength. He made his name in powerlifting after coaching Justin Zottl to the highest active lifter total in Canada in 2022, adding 120 lbs to his total in just 9 weeks by focusing on the "boring" basics of internal physiology. Connect with Tim Walsh: Website: https://www.vanillagorillacrew.ca Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/realvanillagorilla Business Instagram: https://instagram.com/vanillagorillacrew YouTube: https://youtube.com/VanillaGorillaAthletics TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@realvanillagorilla Business Email: vanillagorillacrew@gmail.com Support Dave Tate's Table Talk: Become an elitefts channel member: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteftsofficial/join FULL Crew Access: https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application: https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-selling elitefts Products: Pro Resistance Training Bands: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps, Sleeves: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Sponsors: elitefts: Get an extra 10% OFF (CODE: TABLE TALK) — https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health: Get 10% OFF Your Next Labs (CODE: TABLETALK) — https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack — http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics: Support the show — https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review: Save 20% (CODE: ELITEFTS20) — https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App: Get 10% OFF (CODE: TABLE TALK) — https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app
Infrared saunas have gone mainstream, but most people still don't know how they work. In this episode, Jeff talks with Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, about the science behind infrared light therapy: why it penetrates the skin differently, what it does to your mitochondria, and how consistent use supports whole-body health. We cover: The differences between far, mid, near infrared, and red light Impacts on cardiovascular health, detoxification, and brain function Importance of HRV, circadian rhythm, and nervous system regulation Beginner protocol: where to start and what to avoid Visit https://www.sunlighten.com/commune/ and get up to $2,100 off saunas + FREE shipping through April 14 + an additional $50 off Red Light Products with code COMMUNE This episode was made possible by: Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing' form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase.
Lots of us think screen time is a discipline problem.“My kid just wants more.”“They don't know when to stop.”“I need to set better limits.”But what if that's not actually what's going on?In this episode, Dr. Becky talks with science journalist Michaeleen Doucleff, author of Dopamine Kids, about the brain system driving kids' behavior around screens—and why more screen time rarely leads to feeling satisfied.You'll learn: Why dopamine isn't about pleasure—it's about wanting Why kids often feel worse (not better) after screens Why willpower and strict limits don't work on their own What actually helps kids feel more regulated, fulfilled, and “done” This conversation will shift how you see your child—and give you a more effective, less stressful way to respond.If you're ready to make changes around screen use in your home, Dr. Becky shares simple, practical scripts to help you get started—covering everything from removing devices from shared spaces to handling your child's protest, whining, or tantrums. Find those scripts on the Good Inside blog. Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside Sign up for our weekly email, Good Insider: https://www.goodinside.com/newsletter For a full transcript of the episode, go to goodinside.com/podcast. Thank you to our partners for making this episode of Good Inside possible! Ole Henriksen: Use the code DRBECKY30 for 30% off the Banana Bright+ Eye Crème Little Words Project: Shop the Good Inside collab and use the code GOODINSIDE for 15% off Hiya: Use the code DRBECKY for 50% off your first order LMNT: Get a free sample pack at drinkLMNT.com/goodinside Care.com: For a limited time, you can use the code GOOD35 to save 35% on a Care.com Premium Membership* *Offer applies to initial term of Care.com membership subscriptions. Not applicable to add-on features or non-renewing access fees or services. Expires 4/26/26. Care.com does not employ or place any caregiver. Background checks are an important start, but they have limits. Visit www.care.com/safety. Good Inside is growing up! Listen to The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl, for parents of teens and tweens! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Every week, there's a new peptide, protocol, or wellness supplement your group chat won't stop talking about. The information is everywhere. The clarity is not."Is This Right for Me?" is a new Commune Podcast series built for exactly that moment. Each episode takes one treatment, therapy, or supplement that keeps flooding your feed and does the one thing the internet rarely does: slows down, looks at the actual evidence, and helps you figure out if it makes sense for you specifically.The first episode tackles GLP-1s. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound. Jeff breaks down how they work, what the clinical trials actually showed, and what the wellness internet keeps leaving out.This episode covers: What GLP-1s are and how they work in the body The real clinical trial data on semaglutide and tirzepatide What happens to your weight when you stop taking them Muscle loss, gallstones, thyroid risk, and side effects worth knowing Who these drugs make sense for and who they don't The compounding pharmacy crackdown and what it means for you What "natural GLP-1s" actually are and aren't The lifestyle habits that work on the same systems without a prescription This episode was made possible by: Beyond BioHacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing' form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are once again joined by Dr. Freeborn Mondello to chat all things fitness, thru-hike training, and all around health. In this one, Freeborn gives us a detailed gameplan about how to best train for a thru-hike, including why the best time to start is today, time to allocate to cardio vs. strength, what kind of cardio is king, and specific protocols and exercises for strength training. Freeborn also shares advice about how to prevent and treat some of the most common thru-hiking injuries, including IT band syndrome, sore knees, a host of foot related ailments, and more. Grab your notebook, this one is full of practical advice ready your body for the trail and improve your health at large. We wrap the show the 11 most dangerous animals on the Appalachian Trail, how we feel about someone hiking a triple crown trail while leaving a young kid at home, the triple crown of people at the gym, and Chaunce gets mildly peeved at a mailbag. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Mountainsmith: Use code "TAKEAHIKE" for 20% off at mountainsmith.com. Shady Rays: Use code "TREK" for 40% off two or more pairs of sunglasses at shadyrays.com. Hyperlite Mountain Gear: Use code "BPRADIO15" for 15% of hyperlitemountaingear.com [divider] Interview with Dr. Freeborn Mondello Freeborn's Instagram RunFreePT Trail Strong 18: The Progressive Thru-Hiker Durability System: An 18-week clinical strength program built by a Doctor of Physical Therapy to keep your body on trail — through the descents, the consecutive days, and the accumulated load that ends most hikes early. Eccentric strength, hip hinge capacity, core stability, and real recovery. 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Time stamps & Questions 00:05:34 - Reminders: Join us for a hiker meetup in Golden, apply to vlog or blog for the Trek, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and a surprise announcement! 00:13:30 - Introducing Dr. Freeborn Mondello 00:14:50 - Remind us of your personal endurance background 00:18:31 - Which sports yield the most injuries? 00:21:52 - Are there specific fitness styles that pair best with backpacking? 00:26:37 - What is zone two training? 00:28:39 - How do you find your heart rate zones? 00:36:28 - Is it better to use a weighted vest, incline, or flat for zone two? 00:37:27 - What is the minimum zone two training for a thru-hike? 00:43:00 - Discussion about calming the central nervous system and recovery techniques 00:49:48 - Discussion about why stretching might be doing more harm than good 00:54:05 - What should you do at breaks and the start of day on trail instead of stretching? 01:04:15 - Should you start training years before a thru-hike? 01:11:17 - What does a minimum strength training program look like? 01:14:59 - What home gym equipment should you buy and what should you skip? 01:18:26 - Should older athletes still do heavy squats and deadlifts? 01:23:35 - Walk us through a basic strength program with specific lifts 01:39:44 - What are the most common thru-hiking injuries? 01:48:31 - Discussion about dry needling and digital rehab 01:51:58 - Can you still run with missing meniscus? 01:58:22 - What should you prioritize on a town day to recover faster? 02:09:22 - Discussion about nutrition, protein goals, and intermittent fasting 02:20:39 - Discussion about BPC-157 peptides and GLP-1 weight loss drugs 02:25:40 - Where can people keep up with you? 02:28:10 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking or the outdoors? Segments Trek Propaganda: The 11 Most Dangerous Animals on the Appalachian Trail by Katie Jackson QOTD: How do you feel about someone hiking a triple crown trail while leaving a young kid at home? Triple Crown of people at the gym Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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The industry says you need more certifications, but the truth is you just need to be undeniable. Jack Lovett walked away from a stable government career and flew to New Jersey with no winter coat and an empty bank account because he knew that "good enough" coaching was a death sentence for a dream. From training Tier 1 special forces to building the UK's premier warehouse gym, his journey is a masterclass in why high standards and results-based strength are the only true currencies in a saturated market. Inside the Episode: The Spartan Credo: Why "with it or on it" is the operating system for elite performance and business longevity. The Pro-Coach Evolution: Moving beyond "annihilating" clients to the sophisticated art of problem-solving and joint-friendly gains. Warehouse Gym Genesis: How to build a "Bucket List Gym" from scratch when the local culture doesn't even know what a kettlebell is. The Culture of Excellence: How to hire for personality, train for skill, and build a team that makes the founder obsolete. Meet the Guest: Jack Lovett is the founder of Spartan Performance, recognized by Men's Fitness as one of the UK's top "Bucket List Gyms." A two-time Britain's Strongest Natural Man champion and author of Spartan Strength, Jack has spent over 20 years coaching more than 2,000 clients—ranging from UFC fighters and Special Forces operators to the World's Strongest Woman. By blending gritty strongman work ethic with high-level athletic programming, he has redefined the professional strength coach for the modern era. Support Dave Tate's Table Talk: Elitefts Channel Membership: Get early access and perks ➡️ youtube.com/@eliteftsofficial FULL Crew Access: elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel: elitefts.com/shop/apparel TYAO Application: elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products: Pro Resistance Training Bands: Shop Bands Specialty Barbells: Shop Bars Wraps, Straps, Sleeves: Shop Power Gear Sponsors: elitefts: Get an extra 10% OFF (CODE: TABLE TALK) ➡️ elitefts.com Marek Health: Get 10% OFF your next labs (CODE: TABLETALK) ➡️ marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT: Get a FREE 8-count Sample Pack ➡️ drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics: Support the show ➡️ massenomics.com MASS Research Review: Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime (CODE: ELITEFTS20) ➡️ massresearchreview.com RP Hypertrophy App: Get 10% OFF (CODE: TABLE TALK) ➡️ rpstrength.com/hypertrophy-app
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