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March 13, 2024

36: Balancing Work, Wellness, and Homesteading: A Day in the Life of …

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I'm peeling back the curtain on my everyday life to show how I juggle productivity, health, and maintaining a connection to our ancestral roots. My days used to be ruled by a …

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March 6, 2024

35: The Science Behind Red Light Therapy [Healing, Performance, & Fut…

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I chat with Forrest Smith, the CEO of and pioneer in the world of photobiomodulation and red light therapy. We dive into , including its powerful effects on tissue healing, athletic performance, …

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Feb. 28, 2024

34: Understanding Macronutrients - Protein, Fat, And Carbohydrates In…

Ever wondered why not all calories are created equal? Or whether animal-based proteins are superior to plant-based alternatives? In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, we're going to take a deep dive into the complex world of macronutrients...

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Feb. 21, 2024

33: Why Mark Sisson Stopped Running! The Truth Behind Footwear and He…

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I dive deep into the fascinating interplay between exercise and foot health, and their overarching impact on our health and well-being. I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Mark Sisson, a health …

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Feb. 14, 2024

32: Testosterone Replacement Therapy: The One Downside Nobody Talks A…

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I dive deep into the world of testosterone, sharing both personal experiences and professional insights. I explore the critical role of testosterone in both men's and women's health, my journey with hormone...

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Feb. 7, 2024

31: From Vegan to Carnivore: A Deep Dive into Diet and Lifestyle with…

In this episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming Bates, a knowledgeable former member of Heart & Soil, for an in-depth conversation about the complex social and moral dimensions of making health-conscious choices. Together, we delve into...

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Jan. 31, 2024

30. How to Use HRV to Improve Your Health

Heart rate variability (HRV) is the difference in timing between heartbeats expressed in milliseconds. It gives us an indication of how our nervous system is responding to our environment and the stressors we're exposed to. Understanding and...

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Jan. 24, 2024

29: The Career Change Cure: How to Boost Your Health by Shifting Gears

Do you think your job is helping or preventing you from achieving optimal health? In this episode, I'm joined by Laura and Erin from Mark Sisson’s Primal Health Coach Institute as guests to talk about how our day jobs are …

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Jan. 17, 2024

28: How to Improve Your Metabolic Health (Part 2)

If you listened to the last episode about metabolic health and realized you’re not healthy, this episode is for you. I share that metabolic health is key to longevity and can be improved by choosing healthier dietary options while avoiding...

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Jan. 10, 2024

27: How to Assess Your Metabolic Health (Part 1)

Stop wasting time and money on an annual physical exam and the blood panel that goes with it; it’s not going to help you find out if you’re metabolically healthy or not. In fact, studies have shown that only 12% …

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Jan. 3, 2024

26: Brad Kearns: The Cheat Code For Health and Fitness As You Age

As we age, it's important to rethink our approach to health and fitness. This doesn't mean you have to stop working out or start eating differently. It simply means that you have to listen to your body and adapt your …

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Dec. 27, 2023

25: Why You Should Stop Having New Year’s Resolutions

Many people make New Year's resolutions, but unfortunately, most of them fail to stick to them even for a few weeks. In this episode, I share some tips on how to set yourself up for success without relying on New …

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Dec. 20, 2023

24: Top 6 Supplements You Should Take for Optimal Health

Supplements are meant to supplement a healthy lifestyle, not act as a bandaid to mitigate poor lifestyle choices. While choosing whole foods sources to get certain nutrients is ideal instead of supplements, sometimes we can’t make the best choices...

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Dec. 13, 2023

23: Zane Griggs: How to Kick Ass As You Get Older

In this episode, I'm joined by Zane Griggs, who has been helping people improve their metabolic health since ‘98. We discuss the importance of making conscious lifestyle choices for optimal health and graceful aging, with a particular focus on...

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Dec. 6, 2023

22: 6 Things That Changed My Approach to Nutrition + Fitness in 2023

In this episode, I dive into six transformative insights that have profoundly shaped my approach to nutrition and fitness in 2023. Join me as I explore the crucial role of mobility in maintaining pain-free movement and the importance of taking …

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Nov. 29, 2023

21: Is Sunscreen Destroying Your Health?

In a world that revolves around a relentless emphasis on skin health, we've all been conditioned to think of sunscreen as an absolute must. However, it may be time to reconsider our dependence on sunscreen and embrace the natural benefits …

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Nov. 22, 2023

20: Heidi Moretti: How to Heal Gut Issues and Improve Your Gut Health

In this episode, I'm joined by Heidi Moretti, a registered dietician and gut health expert. She's the author of the book Gut Fix and shares how to heal common gut issues and optimize our health. We discuss common gut issues …

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Nov. 15, 2023

19: A Guide to Maintaining Optimal Health During the Holiday Season

Here in the United States, we start fall with a candy holiday in October, a pie holiday in November, and a cookie holiday in December, followed by a liquor holiday at the end of the year. And yet we call …

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Nov. 8, 2023

18: What I Eat in an Animal-Based Diet + My Go-To Food Choices and Su…

If you've been following me for a while, you know that my family and I follow an animal-based diet. But what does that really mean? In this episode, I dive into my eating habits, and share which foods and drinks …

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Nov. 1, 2023

17: How to Maintain an Ancestral Lifestyle while Traveling or Eating …

Traveling and dining out can often pose significant challenges to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, depending on your current health status and frequency of travel. In this episode, I discuss practical strategies to stay healthy while traveling and...

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Oct. 25, 2023

16: How To Live an Animal-based Ancestral-focused Lifestyle with a Fa…

Living a healthy life in today's world may seem relatively straightforward when you're solely responsible for your choices. However, matters get considerably more intricate when you factor in a partner, and even more so when children are in the...

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Oct. 18, 2023

15: Dr. Anthony Gustin: The Shocking Truth Behind Pasture-Raised Chic…

Contrary to popular belief, pasture-raised poultry and pork may not be inherently healthier than conventionally raised options, despite the common belief that their natural diets and lifestyles lead to more nutritious meat. In today’s...

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Oct. 11, 2023

14: Do THIS for better sleep

Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Quality sleep is the cornerstone of optimal health, and harnessing ancestral wisdom can help us achieve it. Whether it's aligning our routines around our natural Circadian rhythm, adjusting our...

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Oct. 4, 2023

13: Why You Shouldn’t Trust Nutrition Labels

When it comes to shopping for food and supplements, one crucial skill is the ability to decipher nutrition labels. Despite ridiculous labeling laws, it’s like the Wild West out there, making it incredibly difficult to understand nutrition labels....

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