Savage Perspective Podcast

Jonathan Shane is the owner of Keto Road LLC and certified FNTP specializing in the ketogenic diet. After overcoming an 8-year battle with bulimia and body image issues, he knows the struggles of finding true health and food freedom. He has devoted his life and experience to helping people take control of their health! (https://www.theketoroad.com/)

Dr. Jeff Gerber is a family physician and the man behind Low Carb Denver. It was a pleasure to learn his backstory and dig a bit deeper into his upbringing and what got him into the low-carb space initially.

Did you know that keeping your mindset fit is as important as keeping your body fit? Kathleen Trotter became a fitness expert to help others learn to love their bodies and find joy in keeping themselves fit and healthy. She guides her clients to reach their goals by helping them discover what works best for them as individuals. We have a lot of things in common and it was a pleasure having her on the podcast.

There’s no question that we need dramatic changes in the area of mental health, including care, education, and research. Dr. Chris Palmer is the Director of the Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education at McLean Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. For over 27 years, he has held administrative, educational, research, and clinical roles in psychiatry.

Giveaways will become a regular part of the Keto Savage brand, and we’re excited to announce that now through the end of November, you have the chance to win a $3,000 Rogue Power Rack!

Jenn “Streaky” Roberts entered the health and fitness space in 2010. She began with CrossFit, which turned into Olympic lifting and bodybuilding; then, she received a horrible diagnosis that changed her life overnight. Rather than seeing this as a death sentence, Jenn changed her mindset and figured out what she needed to do from a fitness and nutrition standpoint to survive and thrive.

Do you suffer from chronic health conditions, but continue to treat the symptoms instead of the root cause? Dr. Bruce Fong has been at the forefront of alternative therapies for immune-related diseases since the early 90’s. Rather than focusing on alleviating symptoms or masking issues entirely with symptomatic-based pharmacologic therapies - Dr. Fong focuses on combating the root causes of illnesses. In addition to advocating for the effectiveness of Integrative Medicine, Dr. Fong leads in developing all our patients’ treatment plans—drawing from the best treatment options from homeopathic, Chinese, and traditional medicine. (https://www.sierraintegrative.com/)

Do you suffer from chronic health issues and have had no luck with traditional western medicine treatments? Christopher Blakeslee struggled with health issues from the very early age of 2, from poor gut health to autoimmune disorders. He healed himself through a four-pillar protocol that he developed. He is now a health consultant and author who helps people with chronic illnesses or pain.

Have you ever thought of trying exogenous ketones to support your ketogenic lifestyle? Peter and Devon are the founders of Kenetik, a ketone energy drink that can help support a healthy metabolism and a higher performance level.

On this episode, we welcome back Colt Milton to discuss all things competition prep and his experience following the protocol from my book, Ketogenic Bodybuilding.

Are you aware of the role your genetic background plays in your overall health and wellness picture? Dr. Mike Mallin struggled with elevated cholesterol levels that wouldn’t budge utilizing the typical diets that have been shown to work for others. It was at that point that he decided to have his genetics tested and the results were eye opening.

Have you ever considered the benefits of using whole, nutritious foods as disease prevention and medicine? Ali miller has been working since 2020 on her homesteading project in Texas. She purchased 15 acres and has been preparing that property for raising livestock and living off the land. We discussed everything from digging irrigation trenches to baby led weaning, so there’s something for everyone in this episode.

It’s important to go outside of your comfort zone, learn from others, and not have a dogmatic view of the world when it comes to nutrition. Cyrus and Robby are treating their type 1 diabetes through a plant-based diet, and it was wonderful to discover that we have more in common than not. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I know you’ll learn something from it as well.

Have you mastered your mindset in order to achieve your goals? You may not want to run a marathon in the Sahara or battle hypothermia in the Arctic, but I’m sure you can take away something from this conversation with Brian Keane. He completed ultra marathons in the Sahara in the Arctic Circle by mastering his mindset and refusing to stop. It was incredible to hear his story and I know you’ll be inspired as well.

Do you have chronic health issues, but haven’t yet tried to heal yourself through diet and nutrition? Zach Moore is a pro with all things nutrition, training, and programming. He was able to basically eliminate his Crohn’s symptoms through nutrition and dedicates his time to helping others reach their goals. It was a pleasure to finally meet him in person at a carnivore meetup and I thoroughly enjoyed having him on the podcast.

Are your dogs barking? As many of you may know, I’ve had trouble with my feet for some time. Because of these issues, I’ve been on a mission to find “feet experts.” Dr. Emily Splichal is a Podiatrist, Human Movement Specialist, and Global Leader in Barefoot Science and Rehabilitation, and has developed a keen eye for movement dysfunction and neuromuscular control during gait.

Neil Dudley is the man behind the delicious smell at most of the keto conferences we attend. He is the Vice President of Pederson’s Natural Farms, an amazing company that offers delicious, all natural and organic meat products. He’s a great, down to earth country boy and I really enjoyed this conversation.

Temple Stewart has a wealth of knowledge in the ketogenic nutritional space and it was a pleasure to finally meet her in person at Keto Con. She is a blood sugar expert and I really enjoyed having her on the podcast and learning from her.

Kelly Hogan is an OG in the ketogenic and carnivore space and I’ve finally gotten her on the podcast. She’s been low carb/ketogenic since 2004 and has a wealth of knowledge to share with this community.

Do hormone imbalances disrupt your life? Dr. Stephanie Estima is an expert in female hormone issues and how they affect sleep, training, stress levels, and much more. You’re going to want to takes notes on this episode!

I’ve worked with Margery for years, through several competition preps, and she’s looked better each time she has stepped on the stage. I’ve referenced her on several podcasts, so I figured it was high time I had her as a guest for an episode. We discuss how her preps have gone, reverse dieting, mindset, and much more.

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Do you suffer from poor mental performance or fatigue? Kevin Stock relied on an abundance of caffeine to get him through the day when he was starting his businesses. Realizing that wasn’t sustainable, he eventually stumbled upon keto and ultimately became a carnivore, and the rest is history.

This is our 500th episode! We are so grateful to all of you for continuing to support us on this platform. For this milestone, we talked about a bit of everything, including the 4th trimester, homesteading, and business.

Could one moment completely change the trajectory of your life? Kristina is a licensed dietician and clinical nutritionist whose career path shifted upon hearing a lecture by Thomas Seyfried regarding ketogenic metabolic therapy for cancer. She changed the direction of her practice to incorporate a ketogenic lifestyle and nutrigenomics. I learned a ton from this episode and I know you will as well.

What if your healthy dietary changes could lead to a new, fulfilling career? Willy Kwak founded Keto Krack’d out of a need for delicious, keto-friendly treats when he first began following a ketogenic protocol. After several years, he finally decided to take the plunge and turn those treats into a thriving business.

Have you seen success by following a ketogenic or carnivore way of life? Ede Fox has lost over 80 pounds by following keto and now carnivore. She has a huge social media following, where she shares her journey and seeks to help others. I really enjoyed this conversation and I know you’ll be inspired as well.

If you’ve been following Keto Savage for a while, or even if you’re new, you know our backstory and the quality of our Keto Bricks. While we very rarely offer discounts on our bricks because the margins are so small, we do see the value in offering a deal on our product, especially during these difficult financial times.

Leroy Rollins is a fellow natural bodybuilder and he’s killing it on the competitive circuit. He won four shows during this past season, and it was great to chat with him about something I’m passionate about and to learn about his routines and what led to his success. I know you’ll enjoy this episode as well.

Nikki Crendal is a dietetic student in Australia studying all things nutrition. She has so much knowledge surrounding bodybuilding, carnivore-based eating, and the science behind nutrition. I learned so much from this episode and I’m sure you will as well.

How do you handle the countless distractions in your life? Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz have spent their careers in the worlds of media, public policy, etc., but now their calling is helping individuals and organizations address challenges and communicate solutions from a deeper place of attention and centeredness. Their new book, Golden, gives tools to helps us navigate the noise in our world. I’m very passionate about focus and being intentional with my actions, so I took a lot away from this episode, and I know you will as well.

Are you aware of how gut health affects your overall health? On this episode, I talked with Dr. Megan Rossi, who is considered one the most influential gut health specialists internationally. A practicing Dietitian and Nutritionist for the last decade and with an award-winning PhD in gut health, Dr Rossi is passionate about empowering others to take control of their health and happiness from the inside out. (https://theguthealthclinic.com/) We discussed everything from fermentation to what dog food to feed your best friend, so I know you’ll take a lot from this episode.

Are you aware of how many things can affect your performance and hormone levels? Dr. Tracy Gapin has a background in urology but now focuses on male optimization and performance. He combines his compassion and extensive experience with men’s health care and cutting-edge technology to offer patients individualized, state-of-the-art care. He has been a true pioneer for innovation throughout his medical career. He offers a personalized path to helping men maximize sexual health, testosterone levels, and prostate health. (https://gapininstitute.com/about/) I’ve got no doubt you’ll take something away from this episode.

How confident are you that your hormones are at the optimal levels for your particular needs? Saad Alam, co-founder of Hone Health, joined me on the podcast to discuss hormonal health for men, blood markers, testing, and how they go about treating less than optimal hormone levels. It was a pleasure having him as a guest and I’m sure you’ll take something away from this episode.

Here at Keto Savage, we’re particular about the types of giveaways we do because we always want to make sure we’re providing the best products and value to our audience. That being said, I’m stoked to announce that we’ll be giving away an amazing kayak bundle to one lucky winner. We hope you enjoy the opportunity to participate and take advantage of this offer!

Vanessa is a repeat guest here on the Keto Savage podcast, and we’ve discussed everything from macros to hormonal cycles. In this episode, I wanted to switch gears and discuss entrepreneurship and pick her brain about her successes, failures, current projects, and what it takes to build a successful business in the keto nutrition space. I learned a ton from this episode and I’m sure you will as well.

The last time I had Bronson on the podcast he mentioned that he would like to do a cut with me as his coach We recently finished a seven-month cut, and I’m excited to share his results with you in this episode!

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending and speaking at Keto Con. Rather than talking about macros, calories, and other nutrition-related things, I took a different approach: mindset. If you’ve listened to my podcasts before, you know how much I value mindset in nutrition and fitness and life overall. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Keto Con and having the opportunity to present. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Your mindset can affect your success in all aspects of your life, including fitness, nutrition, and entrepreneurship. Bryce Henson is a successful business owner and in this episode, we discuss all things entrepreneurial: mindset, growth, stoicism, etc.

Do you rely on caffeine and other stimulants to get you through the day, but still find yourself suffering from a lack of energy? Ari Whitten is an energy and fatigue specialist who focuses on taking an evidence-based approach to energy enhancement. He is a nutrition, exercise, and natural health expert, and #1 best-selling author. He has been studying nutrition and holistic health for over two decades. We dove deeply into mitochondrial health and energy and only scratched the surface of his vast wealth of knowledge. I learned a ton from this episode and I’m sure you will as well.

Do you struggle to succeed with habits and routines? Michelle Segar wrote basically a guide about how to succeed in life if you’re not a natural habit-forming person. She provides tangible, practical tips regarding habits and routines and what makes each individual perform one way or the other.  It was great to have her on the podcast and I’m sure you’ll find something to take away from this episode.

Jeremy is an Air Force veteran who got married and began having children at the young age of 20. With that lifestyle change came nutritional challenges that led to weight gain and health issues. He made the decision to turn his fitness around and lose the extra weight by becoming fat-adapted. Now, he coaches others looking to improve their health and quality of life as well.

For this episode, I welcomed back Jim Howard, the President and CEO of Biosense. They created a ketone breath monitor that also measures acetone. He tells us about this device and the multitude of benefits for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.

Robbie is a former client who got absolutely shredded and competed in 2018. I had him on the podcast to catch up with him and talk about the aftermath he’s facing in regards to long COVID and those health effects.

In this episode, I welcomed back client and friend Peter Jeffs. He overcame so many obstacles to achieve his health and weight loss goal amid COVID, and made no excuses. He simply put his head down and got the work done. We dove a bit deeper into his story and journey–it was an excellent conversation that I’m sure you’ll enjoy.

Dr. Anthony Chaffee has been following a strict carnivore diet for several years and has more than reaped the benefits of this way of eating. If you have any questions about carnivore and how to get started, or any concerns, your answers are in this podcast episode.

Are you too busy to focus on your health? Well, this episode is for you! Laura Spath is a busy working mother to two and still lost over 100 pounds following a carnivore diet. She’s truly an inspiration and I’m sure you’ll be pumped after listening to this episode.

Dr. Philip Prins is an Associate Professor of Exercise Science. Last year, he began a year-long study on low carbohydrate training using Keto Bricks as one of the variables. It was super exciting to hear the results of this study's results and other aspects of nutritional studies and exercise. I learned a ton and I’m sure you will as well.

Ebenezer Samuel is a fitness writer for Men’s Health magazine, but his role encompasses much more than that. He is responsible for some of the videos, product features, and much more. He’s basically a fitness guru and I know you’ll find something actionable in this episode. I learned a lot and I’m sure you will as well.

Have you ever suffered from addiction but didn’t realize it? Frank Rich was exposed to pornography at a very early age and didn’t realize until much later that he had an addiction. He eventually discovered the health and fitness space, devoted his life to Christ, and was able to overcome his addiction to pornography, drugs, and alcohol.