Savage Perspective Podcast

John Wood, the owner of US Wellness Meats, talks with me about all things grass-fed beef! We dive into how the company started and how grass-fed beef compares with grain-fed. We also discuss how land management and sustainable ranching plays a huge role in conservation.

Jessyca Reynolds is a Ketovangelist coach and has been through it all as it relates to eating disorders. She's seen all ends of the spectrum, from chronically under eating to binging and purging. She has since recovered and has an amazing story to share with others going through something similar.

This is Danny Vega's 2019 Low Carb Cruise presentation! He dives into his nose-to-tail approach to carnivore. What to eat, how to prepare it, and how to optimize the diet!

Frank Campanella is a master chef and helped me improve my cooking technique. He has also gone through a major transformation and endured a near-death experience. He's got an amazing story and he's only getting started!

This is the audio from one of my latest YouTube videos, Discipline Over Dogma. This is in reference to all the "Carb Ups" going on in the Keto community right now. I'm not trying to pick any fights here, just have a discussion.

Lauren Berryhill dives deep into body dysmorphia during her 2019, Low Carb Cruise presentation.

Kurt Halls is the owner and founder of Caribeque seasonings! We dive into his journey through keto. We also discuss how he has played the long-game to build a thriving business centered around amazing flavor!

James Grage has seen all different sides of the fitness industry. He's figured out what drives him and he's lived a life true to his values. He's given up the gym and trains exclusively with resistance bands. I really enjoyed the conversation and learned a ton!

Mike Gorman has had an amazing weight loss transformation from 540 pounds to 200 pounds.....TWICE! We dive into what it is like living at that size and some of the things we take for granted. He has had a total shift in his mindset and relationship with food. He has found his reason to live again and be excited about tomorrow!

Crystal Reneau is a coach for the Keto Quest team! We dive into her journey on keto and how she developed her coaching style of intuitive eating. We talk about her approach to lifting and how she has a healthy relationship with social media!

Robin Switzer is the organizer and brains behind the amazing Keto Con conference! We dive into how this year's conference will be bigger and better than year's past. We also jump into what it's like running a business, Robin's Keto story, and how she has transitioned to more of a carnivore approach.

Crystal Love is now Crystal Sikes! We got married this past weekend and wanted to record a podcast discussing our marriage and our big plans for the future! We dive into some of our new business ventures, Lady Savage, Live Savage Apparel, the Keto Bricks, my next competition, and MUCH MORE!

Kris Gethin is the CEO of Kaged Muscle and expert when it comes to training technique, diet manipulation, and biohacking for performance. We dive into his approach to nutrition and how he's able to blend resistance training with endurance training for amazing results! I really enjoyed the conversation, I hope you learn something!

Vivica Menegaz is the founder of The Nourished Caveman and is an expert on whole food nutrition! We dive into liver detoxification and how to get your hormones stabilized through proper foods, supplementation, and herbs!

Adam Schaeuble from Million Pound Mission is an awesome gym owner and podcasting mastermind. He never fails to make me laugh on a show and this episode is no exception. We dive into his new project, the Million Pound Mission University! We also discuss how he has transitioned from owning a gym to creating a successful online business!

Jennifer Iserloh, known as, The Skinny Chef, takes us down a path of functional medicine. She talks about the importance of eating the "old fashioned way." She also dives into genetic testing and how having a better understanding of her genes has impacted her individual "biohacking!"

Ben and Brandon are the founders of Keto Farms! We dive into how they were introduced to each other and the ketogenic diet and lifestyle. We talk about their motivation for starting a whole foods based product and what they've learned in the process!

Dr. Anthony Jay is a DNA consultant and genetic mastermind. He analyzed the gene profile of both Danny Vega and myself. We learned about some of the supplements and practices we can implement to improve our longevity and performance as it relates to our genetic makeup.

In this episode, I speak with Tara Garrison on her strategy for women on Keto! We dive into how she's leveraged the concept of metabolic flexibility for women. She talks about the importance of having a long-term approach to health and how to change your psychology towards food. We talk about the importance of sleep and how she's improved hers. We even compare running to resistance training. I really enjoyed this conversation, I hope you do as well!

In this episode, I speak with Gary Millet and Rob Rogers and we dive into all things ketones. Gary and Rob were the brains behind bringing exogenous ketones to the market so they described what that process was like. They gave insight on what exogenous ketone salts are and how they are used within the body. They compared BHB salts to ketone esters and how to be strategic with your use of the supplements. They are on the cutting edge of the ketogenic supplement research and were kind enough to paint a picture of what we can expect in the future from these performance supplements. I really enjoyed the conversation and I learned a ton!

In this episode, I speak with food formulation master and former bodybuilder Josh Field. Josh tells us how he found keto through the desire to improve his pet's health. He talks about how large food companies are having to adapt to the low carb trend. We dive into some of the politics within the food industry. We also touch on his history with bodybuilding and how traditional bodybuilding preps compare to a ketogenic approach. I really enjoyed the conversation, Josh knows his stuff. I hope you learn something!

In this episode, I speak with great friend Derek Tye and we dive deep into thinking for success! Derek came from humble beginnings but has been able to build a successful empire. We talk about some of the life lessons he's learned in the process. He tells us how to create actionable steps to turn our goals into reality. He stresses the importance of doing everything with excellence. He talks about how to create fulfillment in life. Derek is also a family man and he gives some great insight on how to juggle family life with business endeavors. I really enjoyed the conversation and I hope y'all do as well!

In this episode, I speak with Sylwia Tabor and we cover all ends of the nutritional spectrum!  Sylvia started out following a whole foods approach and then gravitated to vegan.  After that, she tried fruitarian and then keto.  She has been following a carnivore approach lately and absolutely loves it.  She has dealt with some serious digestive issues and disordered eating.  In her desire to find better health and a more sustainable relationship with food, she has experimented with psychedelics.  Sylvia's story is too amazing to imagine, I truly enjoyed the conversation and I know you will too!

In this episode, I speak with Sylvia Tabor and we cover all ends of the nutritional spectrum! Sylvia started out following a whole foods approach and then gravitated to vegan. After that, she tried fruitarian and then keto. She has been following a carnivore approach lately and absolutely loves it. She has dealt with some serious digestive issues and disordered eating. In her desire to find better health and a more sustainable relationship with food, she has experimented with psychedelics. Sylvia's story is too amazing to imagine, I truly enjoyed the conversation and I know you will too!

In this episode, I speak with Catharine Arnston, founder/CEO/researcher of ENERGYbits! ENERGYbits is all about algae and we certainly dove deep into algae in this episode. We talked about how algae, spirulina specifically, was the first life on this planet. Catharine explained how to farm algae for human consumption. We talked about the difference between spirulina and chlorella and what they do in the body. We discussed how algae can benefit your Keto diet and fasting. We covered how algae can improve your athletic performance and recovery. I learned a ton and have since been incorporating algae into my daily nutrition!

In this episode, I speak with brain tumor survivor Miles Sullivan! I met Miles at the Metabolic Health Summit where he gave me a glimpse into his past and I immediately knew I had to have him on the podcast. He was diagnosed with drug-resistant epilepsy and has a brain tumor which led to him enduring two brain surgeries. We dove into the adversity this brought into his life and how he handled it. We talked about his metabolic and mitochondrial dysfunction that may have led to his condition. We discussed the power of the Keto community and how it, along with a positive mindset and never-ending gratitude has totally turned his life around! This in an incredibly inspiring story and I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I speak with Alex Curtis, the founder of Neuroast!  We dive into the power of mushrooms and what compelled Alex to add them to his coffee.  He gives us some insight into his business and what it has been like as an entrepreneur.  We talk about the importance of rest for improving performance.  He goes deep into the different strands of mushrooms and how each of them are beneficial.  We talk about the rise of medicinal plants for health and longevity.  I really enjoyed this conversation and I learned a ton, I hope you do as well!

In this episode, I speak with Brittany Holm of Ketotal Health and Wellness. Brittany started out pre-med and then decided to gravitate more towards the preventative side of health. She worked in the R&D department of a major supplement company and she gives us a "behind the scenes" glimpse of what that industry is like. We talk about running and how to implement a better running technique called Chi Running. We dive into dieting strategies and how to make your nutritional protocol more sustainable. I really enjoyed the conversation and hope you do as well!

In this episode, I speak with repeat guest Siim Land and we dive deep into metabolism, MTOR, and longevity! Siim goes into detail about the benefits of being in a catabolic state and how to incorporate fasting. We flesh out MTOR and how it can be leveraged to build more muscle. We jump into the metabolic flexibility debate and how epigenetics could be a factor. Siim gives us his opinion on sauna use and cold therapy. We discuss the pros and cons of building muscle with carbs vs on a Keto diet. This was a great conversation and I learned a ton, I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with great friend and former client, Jill Rieder. Jill has lost over 100 pounds and has totally turned her life around. She used to suffer from many side effects of hyperinsulinemia and chronic inflammation. She has since completely removed those ailments by incorporating a well-formulated Keto diet. She has also improved her mental and emotional relationship with food. Jill has now turned her focus toward building muscle with Keto and making this lifestyle truly sustainable. Jill is a great light in this community and I really appreciate all the positivity she brings to the table. I really enjoyed this conversation, I hope you're inspired by it!

In this episode, I speak with Michael Kayser and how his son Owen has dealt with epileptic seizures. Without warning, Owen started having seizures at three years old and the family had to adapt. They dove into the research behind the ketogenic diet and how it could be implemented to help Owen. After adopting a Keto lifestyle, Owen's seizures dropped from 100 per day to zero! Michael dives into the parenting strategies they've used while raising a son with epilepsy. He also illustrates what a day of eating a therapeutic Keto, 4:1 ratio looks like. I really enjoyed this conversation and I continue to be amazed at how a diet can have such a profound impact on the quality of one's life!

In this episode, I speak with a great friend and repeat guest, Shawn Wells!  Shawn is a supplement and nutritional expert, widely known as the "Master Formulator".  However, we didn't dive into supplementation in this episode.  We dove into mindset, politics, relationships, and how the future of Keto may play out.  We talked about the importance of sympathy and how to meet people where they are.  We talked about the "bliss point" in processed and convenient foods.  Shawn went into detail about how the government has played a bad hand in our nation's food supply.  We talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with positivity and growth.  Both Shawn and I are working to truly be in the moment so we discussed that as well as the art of giving.  I really enjoyed this conversation, it's always a pleasure talking with Shawn!

In this episode, I speak with avid bowhunter Zac Griffith! Zac and I immediately hit it off on our shared appreciation for hunting and the outdoors. He dove into his views on conservation and how to appreciate the circle of life. He talked about how he is working to be a positive role model for the next generation of hunters. We talked about his nutrition and how he transitioned from the SAD diet to Keto to the OMAD approach he follows now. We talked about the art and technique behind bow hunting and all that it involves. Zac gave us some insight on how he has optimized his routine, diet, training, and life in general. I really enjoyed this conversation and it inspired me in many ways. So much so that I'm currently trying his OMAD approach. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I speak with Matthew Clemente on his incredible keto transformation! Matt has lost over 200 pounds and has continued to improve his life on a day to day basis. He dives into how he was able to break the mental and emotional cycle that could have easily led to him giving up on his health. He talks about the difference between compromise and sacrifice and how to leverage that difference. Matt shares how he has controlled his food habits and gives tips on how to make this lifestyle sustainable. He has been a huge source of inspiration for myself and others and it was an awesome opportunity to talk with him and be fired about about life. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with repeat guest Marcus Aurelius Anderson! Marcus is a successful TEDx speaker, life coach, martial arts master, and all around awesome human being! We dive into the mindset on this episode so buckle up. We talk about adversity and how to leverage it as a strength. We cover the importance of being responsible for every action you make and owning up to it. We both feel discipline is one of the greatest contributing factors to success so we dove into that. Marcus and I covered balance...Is it bullshit? Is it attainable? Is it even desirable? We compare and contrast the concept of taking a measured approach to that of going all in with maximum effort. We covered much more than just the mindset, we talked about how to actually apply it in your own life so that you can do the work. I really really enjoyed the conversation, it's a mental reboot every time I talk with Marcus. I hope you enjoy it as well!

In this episode, I speak with fellow bodybuilder and muscleman Christian Unger! Christian competed in his first show last year using a carbohydrate-based approach so we dove into how that compares to a Ketogenic prep. He tells us about his struggle with food post-show and some of the mental/emotional challenges that entails. We talk about the ramifications that follow an "Eat Big to Get Big" mentality. He dives into sodium dosing and how he's benefited from increasing his total sodium. We talk about the proper way to supplement exogenous ketones. Christian also dives into some of the training techniques he implements to pack more muscle onto his frame. I really enjoyed the conversation, I hope you do as well!

In this episode, I speak with master chef Robert Kuhar! We dive into his introduction to the ketogenic diet and how it started from his desire to make a protein bar. Robert tells us how to keep our cooking simple yet delicious and impressive. He puts an emphasis on the sauce so we learn a few different methods to create the perfect sauce. He also dives into a variety of cooking methods including confit which I am incredibly interested in. Robert has turned his passion for cooking into a business and adds a ton of value to the keto community through his YouTube cooking videos. I learned a ton in this conversation and I'm excited to roll up my sleeves in the kitchen. I hope you enjoy it as well!

In this episode, I speak with celebrity trainer Vinnie Tortorich! Vinnie is the guy behind the NSNG diet so we dove into how that started. We talked about his beginnings and how he had to bootstrap and hustle his way up to make a name for himself. He dove into some of his experiences in working with celebrity trainers what he has learned in that process. We dive into the debate between steroids vs staying natural. We talk about longevity and overall health and how to win the long-game. I really enjoyed the conversation and hope you do as well!

In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Ross Taylor, founder of the F-Bomb macadamia nut butters! Ross was a huge help to me in the beginning of Keto Brick and I've learned so much from him from a business perspective. We dove into the details behind starting the F-Bomb business. We went into the weeds about the legal implications, trademarks, LLC's, certifications, and all of the regulations. We compared the advantages/disadvantages of producing a product in house vs outsourcing it. We talked about some of the business pitfalls and lessons learned. We also went into the bigger picture of building a business and using it to positively impact the community. I really really enjoyed this conversation, I hope you do as well!

In this episode, I speak with Mark Katz and how he used the ketogenic diet to overcome his depression. We started with the different levels of depression and how they affect us. Mark tells us his 6 pillar strategy and how he used it for improving all aspects of his life. These six pillars cover his approach to nutrition, mindfulness, physical activity, social interaction, creativity, and the appreciation of life on a grander scale. I really appreciate him opening up and putting himself out there on this topic to help anyone else that may be going through a similar dark time in their life.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Anthony Jay on how estrogens are disrupting our hormones! Dr. Jay is incredibly knowledgable on this topic and I learned so much. He talked about what is actually in our water supply...you don't want to know! We covered the compounding dangers associated with artificial estrogens. He talked about why many of us are so low in testosterone. He dives into the types of fat that we should avoid and why. We also go deep into how many of the household products you likely use every day are negatively impacting your hormones. He covers the dangers associated with using birth control. He also gives us some of his tips and best practices for removing many of these artificial estrogens and toxins. I absolutely loved this conversation and truly learned so much, I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with friend and former client, Jim Morgenstern on the importance of chiropractic care and mobility. Jim dives into his motivation for starting keto and how it has positively impacted his chiropractic practice. We talk about the different techniques and subsets of chiropractic care and the benefits of each. He gives us some tips to help with lower back mobility and prevent injury. We also talk about the importance of taking care of your joints for longevity. After my back injury and all I've learned since this conversation was especially interesting. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with good friend and Keto Brick Crew member Trish Hogan! Trish was a former figure competitor who has since transitioned into running marathons. We talk about the misconception between low carb and keto and how they differ. We dive into the carbs vs. fat for endurance debate. She gives us insight on how to train for increasing your mileage. She dives into what she is doing with her keto coaching business and how she is positively affecting the health and longevity of so many people. She also lets me know her favorite thing about working at Keto Brick :) I really enjoyed the conversation, I hope you do as well!

In this episode, I had repeat guest Ben Davis talk to us about his ultra marathon experience. Ben set out to run one ultra-marathon a month in 2018. I wanted to get him back on the show to describe what that was like and dive into the technique behind ultra-endurance running. We also dove deep into the mindset and how to improve your perspective in life. We talked about injury prevention and how he is using yoga to improve his mobility and alignment. Ben is an awesome guy who is doing awesome things to improve the wellbeing of veterans. I'm excited to see the impact he continues to make!

In this episode, I do a 2018 year-end review with my lovely fiancé Crystal Love! We dive deep into all the main nutritional takeaways we've learned this year and what we plan to do differently going forward. We talk about our training and exercise takeaways and how that has changed over the year. We talk about our major lifestyle shift and some of the highlights and challenges that have been learned throughout that. We dive into our main business takeaways for the year and how we started Keto Brick LLC. We even touch on some of our plans for 2019! It truly has been an awesome year and we've come so very far. Thank you to everyone who has played a part in this journey!

In this episode, I speak with Kim Howerton on the sustainability of long-term dieting! We dive into how she controls her eating habits and how low she recommends taking carbohydrates. We talk about the metabolic damage of chronic under eating and the psychology of reverse dieting. She gives us some insight on how to prepare ultra low carb recipes. We talk about the mindset behind staying true to your goals and your health for the long-game! I really enjoyed this conversation, Kim is incredibly intelligent and full of personality!

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Ryan Lowery on some of the new science behind ketogenic performance. We dive into how he has been able to make a greater impact by stepping outside of traditional academia. He tells us about some of the cutting edge research studies that illustrate the performance benefits one can obtain in a state of ketosis. He compares carbs vs ketones as they relate to building muscle. He describes the relationship between ketone bodies and lactic acid and how they use similar metabolic pathways. We dive into the pros and cons of exogenous ketones. We also touch on the research concerning degenerative diseases and possible solutions. This was a great conversation, we dove deep into the details, I hope you all enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with seasoning expert Cory Conklin on his keto transformation and how he started his spice business! Cory transitioned from a very unhealthy HCG diet to the ketogenic diet and has seen amazing results with his body composition and overall health. We dive into the psychology of why people cheat on a diet. That leads to a discussion on mindset and how to create a long-game lifestyle out of your dieting goals. He tells us how he started his keto food business, Select Savory Seasonings. We talk about how to give back to the keto community and he teaches us some creative cooking techniques! I enjoyed the episode and learned how to step up my cooking game!

In this episode, I speak with two repeat guests, Danny Vega and Rachel Gregory! They have partnered up to create a ketogenic program that benefits the whole family. Rachel brings an interesting perspective because she illustrates how to educate your parents and older generations about the power of the keto diet. Danny talks about how he's been able to implement it in his children's life. This was especially interesting for me because I'm trying to convince my parents about the benefits of keto and I may also be having kids sometime in the future. Hope you enjoy the conversation!

In this episode, I speak with professional BMX athlete, Josh Perry! We dive into his love for BMX and what led him to drop out of high school to pursue his passions. We discuss the lessons learned in embracing failure. He tells us about his BMX injuries and how he's been able to get back on the bike afterwards. Josh has survived 4 brain tumors! We dive into how that has effected his life and what he has learned from it. We also talk about how he is leveraging keto to improve his health and how he is helping others on their journey. I loved this conversation, it was super inspiring, I hope you enjoy it too!