The Heuristic

Join me in this conversation with my friend and one of my favorite jiu-jitsu training partners, Brian, who serves as the head of scientific and regulatory affairs at Vitamin Shoppe. Not only does Brian bring 20 years of invaluable experience in the health, nutrition, and supplement industry, but he has also spent significant time teaching nutrition at both graduate and undergraduate levels. He's not just a respected professional, but also a man I deeply respect both on and off the mats. Passionate about education, Brian is dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge they need to make informed health choices for themselves. We discuss: - Consistency > Obsession - How to start your health journey - Brian’s Entry into Physical Health - Physical fitness as a pillar of mental Health - Debunking myths about supplements & extreme diets This was also my first episode recorded in person. Brian was kind enough to fuel us with some black coffee before we started recording. Expect more in person pods in the future Hope you enjoy and learned something from Brian like I did!

Magician in the kitchen, health/wellness advocate, yogi, and one of the more inspirational people I've had a chance to connect with, Ryan Walker, joins us today for a deep dive on the podcast Ryan battled a decade of drug abuse, depression, and poor eating habits. Once he made the decision to get sober, he lost 50+ lbs and began to strive towards becoming the best version of himself. That's when he became obsessed with cooking and poured his passion into making the healthiest meals he could, eventually leading him to where he is today, perfecting Steak & Eggs and ending up on Gordon Ramsey's "Master Chef." Oh - he also just opened up his own place called "The Steak & The Egg" Food Club - Tasting Menu - Central New Jersey What to expect from "The Steak & The Egg" Food Club - Tasting Menu: -Locally, ethnically sourced & sustainable ingredients -Health conscious food without sacrificing any flavor -Absolutely zero seed oils -Vibey garden seating -7+ courses of some of the best dinners and desserts you can imagine To reserve a table at "The Steak & The Egg" Email: [email protected] "STEAGGS" in subject Instagram: @Cooking_it_Keto Twitter: @Cooking_it_Keto TikTok: @Cooking_it_Keto

Former IBM employee, now turned regenerative rancher and Founder/CEO of The Regenaissance, Ryan Griggs, joins us for a conversation on the podcast. In a world where health consciousness is experiencing a monumental shift, many people are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of healthier lifestyle and food choices. The primary goal of The Regenaissance is to permeate mainstream consciousness with the truth about food production through education, apparel, and community engagement. Ryan counters this misconception by highlighting the power of regenerative agriculture and adopting regenerative practices to produce healthier food for consumers, animals, and the environment. In this episode, we discuss: •starting The Regenaissance •switching from tech to farming •processing pain & using it for fuel •his health journey and transformation •regenerative agriculture vs conventional farming Twitter: @_Regenassaince & @_ryan_griggs Website: https://theregenaissance.co/ If you enjoyed this episode or any others, please share and subscribe! It'll help the podcast reach the most listeners 🙏

Join me as I sit down with my friend, the multi talented Philippe Leong for a conversation on the podcast. Philippe is an actor, entrepreneur, former restaurant owner, finance professional, and yogi in our local community. We discuss: - his career experiences - feeding the entrepreneurial spirit - difference between generations - birth & advancement of the internet - how internet shaped his life and the world - yoga and the impact it's had on his life It's a blessing to be able to sit down and for a good conversation with someone like Philippe any chance I get. Hope you enjoy!

Professional Jiu Jitsu competitor, 3X No-Gi world champion, and 3X PAN American champion Dory Aoun joins us for a powerful conversation. We discuss training insights his Jiu Jitsu journey major lessons learned competing at the highest level and how everything applies to life Get inspired by Dory's story of determination, resilience, and unwavering dedication. Discover the secrets behind his success and the wisdom he's gained along the way. There's no way this champion's mindset won't inspire you. Instagram: @imdaoun Youtube: @imdaoun (Dory Aoun)

Screenplay writer, story teller, photographer, and king of the video tweet, Kieran Majury joins us for this week’s conversation on the podcast. Kieran helps people obliterate writers block and write a screenplay in 12 days. He is also one of the first friends I made on twitter a couple years back. In our conversation we talk about: - his writing process - what makes a good story - why we like films/shows we do Stories play an incredible role in all our lives. It’s important to understand their structure and the mediums we create and consume them within. Get ready to explore the boundless world of narratives, where communication, reflection, and connection intertwine, shaping our perspectives and enriching our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Twitter: @kieranmajury instagram: @kieranmajury Website: https://kieranmajury86.gumroad.com/

In this episode, I sat down with Zach Schenken, the creator of The Vitruvian Man Program and Project (podcast). Through his program and podcast, Zach helps people create lasting change in their lives. Zach shared his personal journey of self-discovery and how he uses his own experiences to help others achieve their goals. In the longest conversation recorded on the podcast yet, we share experiences, questions, and understanding about all things: - reaching your potential - self-development - seeking Truth and much more If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on improving your life, this episode is for you. Join us as we dive deep into the mindset and habits needed to reach your greatest potential. Website: https://www.vitruvianmanprogram.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/zdschenken?s=20 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitruviangentleman/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vitruvianmanproject/featured Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19qZrPjetEI7zX1z9cDRra?si=433734ed2ada4f29

Joining us today is Dr. Brandon Pettke, a renowned expert in fat loss who has helped 10,000+ patients. He is also the Director of Nutrition for over 50 functional health clinics. In this episode, we delve into the world of fat loss and dispel some of the major misconceptions. Dr. Pettke shares his insights on what it takes to lose fat and keep it off, common pitfalls people face when attempting to lose fat, including fad diets and unrealistic expectations, and much more. I hope you enjoy this informative conversation with Dr. Brandon Pettke. We guarantee you'll walk away with a new perspective on fat loss and the tools you need to achieve your health and wellness goals. Twitter: @DrBrandonPettke Website, http://DrBrandonPettke.com

Welcome to another episode of The Heuristic podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the multi-talented Joey Yochheim. Joey is a co-owner of Default Kings, a Jiu-jitsu and MMA practitioner, a relocator of iron, and coaches people to create lifelong change. In this conversation we discussed: - the challenges and experience of entrepreneurship - what he's doing with Default Kings - personal development - and much more Joey was the very first person I befriended on Twitter and taught a yoga class to. It was a pleasure to catch up and dive deep into his mindset and philosophy. His insights were truly inspiring and I can't wait for you to hear them. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Spotify or Apple and giving the podcast a 5-star rating so we can continue to reach a wider audience! 🙏 Twitter: @joeyyochheim Instagram: @joeyyochheim Co-owner: @defaultkings Website: https://www.defaultkings.com/optin-581373841675284771966

Noah Ryan is a biohacker and tech entrepreneur with an insatiable curiosity for optimizing his life. As a fellow self-improvement enthusiast, Noah is passionate about sharing his experience with the world and others on similar paths. In this episode, we discuss what first set him on his health journey, the environment's influence on our health, how the power of curiosity and immediate feedback can catalyze personal growth, and much more. I'm sure you'll take away a ton from this conversation, as I did! Twitter: @NoahRyanCo Instagram: @NoahRyanCo Telegram: https://t.me/s/healthhq (Esoteric Health HQ) Podcast: The Noah Ryan Show - https://open.spotify.com/show/1fkC2AtTR85uzZsMEDRmHj?si=bf7331b8f8b947c8

Working as health and lifestyle coach, Nick Diller discusses effective strategies and insights for achieving success in all aspects of life. Nick, who is currently traveling in South America, also coaches clients to attain their health goals. He shares his own story of overcoming obstacles and achieving success in his business journey as a world-traveling health coach. Twitter: @_nick_Diller Instagram: Nickdiller_ Tiktok: Nickdiller_ Substack: https://ndiller.substack.com/

Natural winemaker and owner of Peony Lane Winery in Colorado, Ben Justman brings his fire and zeal for life as he joins us on this podcast episode. Ben shares the origin story of his winery and how his passion for community and self-sovereignty led him to become a Bitcoiner and one of the more unique winemakers on the planet. Pour yourself a glass of Peony Lane's finest and join me as we explore the world of natural winemaking, building a business, community, bitcoin, and much more with the powerful Ben Justman. Peony Lane Winery website: https://www.peonylanewine.com/shop Pay for Ben’s wine in Bitcoin: https://oshi.team/?referrer=peonylane Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenJustman?s=20&t=0gs0emOFIXH9xFBGx9kgBQ Nostr: [email protected]

The author of "Bitcoin and Beef" and engineer by day, Tristan Scott joins us on the podcast to talk all things regenerative farming, beef, bitcoin, and life. Tristan also sells 100% grass fed bison meat and is looking to provide better food sources for those he loves and his community. Hope you learn as much from this one as I did! Twitter: @bitcoinand_beef Instagram: @tristan_health "Bitcoin and Beef" book amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W799F5F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6QVADWFQNAKFQGYQQDS5

Devon is a fellow Jiu Jitsu practitioner and friend who turned his life around by quitting alcohol and cannabis. Now, he shares about his life and lessons learned in his newsletter and podcast. Join us in this conversation about sobriety, Jiu Jitsu, life, and much more! Twitter: D_The_Husband Substack: https://devowrites.substack.com/ Podcast: Three Body Podcast Blog: downculture.com

Wall Street Yoga is his name and he's one of the first friends I made on Twitter. His experience as a D1 athlete, working in finance, and pragmatic approach to solving problems is leading him to creating a life aligned with his truth. Join us in this conversation about detoxing from social media and using it as a tool, power of community, optimizing health, and much more Twitter : @wallstreetyoga Instagram: @wallstreetyoga

Being an on-camera host allows Amanda to use her gifts and talents to connect, educate and make health and wellness accessible to everyone. Throughout her 15 year career in the television industry, Amanda had the chance to create- both in front of and behind the camera. Her on-air work has included everything from highlighting community events and businesses here in New York, to sharing her favorite wellness products and fitness must-haves to a widespread digital audience. When a viewer tells her the weighted blanket she ordered from her livestream hosting on ShopLitLive changed her life- that’s the ultimate feeling for her. The ability to offer a solution for people and to help them feel seen and connected is what always excited Amanda about TV. Amanda's TV experience includes being one of the initial creators for the livestream shopping app ShopLitLive, as well as hosting roles on Staten Island Cable and with 8 Days Productions and Fenix Studios. Amanda also loves to share wellness tips on her YouTube channel. Her career started on the production side of things at The Wendy Williams Show, Montel and Sony Television. Join us in our conversation about personal growth, our health journeys, hosting, and much more! For more information or to work one-on-one with Amanda head to her website (or something to that effect) https://www.amandagargiulo.com Just want a quick conversation or have a few questions? Set up a Chattie session here… https://chattie.co/@amandagargiulo Looking for a little support? Download her Foods to Naturally Support Anxiety/Stress Relief here https://www.amandagargiulo.com/17-foods-to-include-in-your-diet For more information on BreakoutIQ check here… https://breakoutiq.com/virtual-office-yoga/

Working as a personal trainer and entrepreneur, Hunter is changing people's lives by helping them achieve their health goals. His passion and curiosity for life keep him improving himself, his family, community, and anyone lucky enough to work with him. Join us in this conversation as we discuss his health/fitness journey and what to focus on to get started yourself. website: https://www.theprimalhuman.com/post/humans-need-to-be-challenged Twitter: https://twitter.com/HunterFrench23?s=20&t=nUdbxH1HLWhjr229b-TBBA Instagram: @the.primal.human youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf5Whbp9ri2d9I6QgbRjxGQ/featured

As an amateur artist, activist, and athlete, Case is exploring and sharing ideas around intuitive eating, movement practice, the power of Nature, regenerative food, cycling as transit, multiday fasting, creativity, and flow. In this conversation, Case and I specifically talk about intuition and how we can leverage it to live a better life. This was one of my favorite conversations yet! Twitter: @casbrad Tik tok: Casebradford Instagram: Casebradford Website: https://www.casebradford.com/

Matt has developed an incredible ability to capture the moment like no one else. He left his 9-5 in architecture over two years ago to pursue his passion in videography. Today, he's traveling the world as a freelance videographer working with top artists in the music industry. Join in on our conversation to hear more about his story! Instagram: Mattchirico_

Carlos has been working as a public school teacher for 24 years and has too many talents to fit in the episode description (we'll get into those in future episodes). What makes Carlos one of the best teachers I've worked with is his unmatched curiosity for learning and life itself. Join us as we talk about education, learning, and much more!