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331. Josh Whalen, Co-founder & CEO of Joi + Blokes
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331. Josh Whalen, Co-founder & CEO of Joi + Blokes

Fitt Insider · Joe Vennare

March 23, 202630m 56s

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Show Notes

Today, I'm joined by Josh Whalen , co-founder and CEO of Joi + Blokes.

A modern health optimization platform, Joi + Blokes offers online consultations and diagnostics for hormonal balance, energy, libido, metabolic issues, menopause, longevity, and more.

In this episode, we discuss delivering personalized care for both sexes.

We also cover:

  • The evolving peptide landscape

  • Building a 503A compounding pharmacy

  • Research and vertical integration as differentiators

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Website: www.joiandblokes.com

Instagram (Women): https://www.instagram.com/joiwomenswellness/

Instagram (Men): https://www.instagram.com/getblokes/

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:37) Background and founding story

(02:44) Personal health crisis

(04:36) Patient experience

(06:38) Differentiation

(07:40) AI as co-pilot

(09:49) Diagnostic with solution mandate

(11:15) Energy and fatigue

(12:43) Fundamentals over innovation

(14:32) Personal TRT journey

(16:54) Peptide compounding regulation

(18:25) Regulatory rollercoaster

(19:49) Building a 503A compounding pharmacy

(23:23) Land grab & retention race

(24:40) Community-driven product expansion

(26:17) AI apps & traditional clinician care

(27:50) Vertical integration priorities

(28:30) Research focus

(29:33) Where to learn more

(30:12) Conclusion