Fat-burning Man By Abel James (video Podcast): Real Food, Real Results.

We all know that junk food is bad for us, but what about junk news and social media? These days, it's getting pretty nasty out there. The nightly news cycle of local crimes, endless stream of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram updates and feeds, celebrity gossip, reality TV shows, trendy clickbait articles. The list goes on and on. In this age of information overload, your life can be filled with irrelevant or unnecessary information in an instant. And that just clouds your mind for the rest of the day. Returning to the show to help us simplify our lives at a very opportune time as we get this new year off to a fresh start, we're here with Mr. James Clear. James Clear is a writer focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and CBS This Morning. We have a lot of catch up on since he was last on the show many years ago. On this show with James, you're about to learn: How to stop overdosing on celebrity gossip, the news, and low q

What would happen if you ate nothing but potatoes for a year? Believe it or not, today's guest did just that. He's a former junior Australian champion marathon kayaker, and also a high school PE teacher who embarked upon a quest to overcome food addiction, anxiety, and depression by eating only potatoes for an entire year. At first, I was not sure what to think about all of this. But trust me, there is a lot of wisdom that today's guest has for you. One thing that comes up for a lot of folks is the trouble they have with moderation. If you have a whole chocolate bar, can you eat just one square?  If you feel like you eat that one slice of pizza or a few chips and then you have to eat the whole bag, then definitely pay attention to this episode. You don't have to eat only potatoes for a year. It's really not about the potatoes, but listen to what he has to say. If you've ever struggled with cravings, moderation, or food addiction, this episode is definitely for you. On this show with Andrew Taylor, we're chatt

What can living with wild wolves teach us about how to eat and live as humans? Well today, believe it or not, we're here with a remarkable woman who actually lived amongst wild wolves in the Arctic Circle. This is a throwback episode of the Fat-Burning Man show from 2012. But just because it’s not new, doesn’t mean it’s no relevant. In fact, I think a lot of listeners really need this message more than ever. Nora certainly spreads a lot of wisdom. Nora Gedgaudas is the author of Primal Body, Primal Mind, she maintains a private practice in Portland, Oregon as both a board-certified nutritional consultant and a clinical neurofeedback specialist. And on this episode with Nora, you’re about to learn: Why so many people fail on Atkins, keto and the carnivore diet How medicine ceased to be a profession and became a profit-oriented industry How you can limit your exposure to EMF pollution How Nora lost 25 pounds without exercise, while eating butter by the stick What it's like to live by the Arctic Circle among wi

When was the last time you checked how safe your air is? With all of the wild fires, increases in industrial pollution, increases in population—not just in the U.S. but around the world—more than half of us are breathing dirty, polluted air, especially if you're living anywhere close to an urban area, or an industrial area. One of the most concerning things about breathing polluted air, is that it not only shaves years off of our lives, but it also decreases cognitive performance and actually makes us less intelligent. When we're breathing polluted air, when we're eating polluted food or drinking polluted water, our livers are basically on overdrive and our bodies have to work harder to filter through a lot more junk. Returning to the show today to help us put it all together is Mr. Max Lugavere. Max is a filmmaker, Health and Science journalist, and now the New York Times best selling author of Genius Foods. Max has personally been touched by dementia in his own life, and has made it his mission to spread th

Since we're in the middle of the holidays, I decided to fire up a live streaming session and do a surprise Ask Me Anything. You're about to hear my take on beer, wine and alcohol (especially during the holidays), overeating issues, what to do when you see all the sweets at parties this time of year, how to accidentally write a book, censorship on social media, and even the future of virtual reality. I'm going to be doing a lot more of these livestream Ask Me Anythings, so be sure to sign up for my newsletter, since we’ll be announcing when those are coming up. It's a fun way to interact with you folks, and really makes sure that I'm answering the questions that are on the top of your minds right now.. Alright, on to the show. In this livestream Q&A, you folks asked about: How to handle alcohol, beer, and wine during the holidays Tricks to avoiding sweets at parties and get-togethers this time of year How to accidentally write a book What to do about sleep, especially during the holidays The truth about c

Can being athletic help you be a better singer and artist? Conversely, can dancing make you a better athlete? Oftentimes people tend to compartmentalize their lives and don't make the connection between art, athletics, mindset and overall health, but when we take a more holistic view of our lives and our health, we start to realize how interconnected all of this is. Joining me on the show today, I'm very excited to say, is my good friend, Mr. David Smith. David is a coach, competitive athlete, Dartmouth and Harvard alum, artist, singer, a super freak of a man—and I mean that in a good way—and dear old friend. If you listen till the end of this episode, you can even hear a clip of us singing together on a long lost Abel James album from years ago. On this show with David, you're about to learn: How being athletic could help you be a better singer and artist Meditative aspects of creative or physical work What it's like to compete on a national and international level How to recover from serious injury And ton

Did you know that on average American women try 61 different diets over the course of their lives? 61 diets. In the 1950s, around 10% of Americans were overweight. Taking current trends into account, though, it's predicted that by the year 2030, 85% of Americans will be overweight. That is shocking and completely avoidable. Imagine that, from 1 out of 10 people being overweight, to 9 out of 10 people. In just a few years from now. It's not progress, I can tell you that much. But to help us sort it all out, we're here today with Eliza Kingsford. Eliza is a Licensed Psychotherapist and also the author of Brainpowered Weightloss. She specializes in body image issues, weight management, eating disorders and food addiction. In this episode with Eliza Kingsford, you're about to learn about: How extremes become normal when they're sensationalized Problems with eating at restaurants Why you shouldn't give up vegetables for good And tons more... Let's go hang out with Eliza.

Does being ripped and having a six-pack automatically make you more spiritual? The answer is… confusing. At this point, you've probably heard of JP Sears and seen his satirical comedy videos all over the internet, skewering everything you hold dear. Contrary to popular belief, I found out he's a real person, and a pretty swell one at that. JP Sears is a comedian, satirist, YouTuber, emotional healing coach and now the author of How to Be Ultra Spiritual: 12 1/2 Steps to Spiritual Superiority. At this point, JP’s ridiculous videos have over 300 million views. If you haven't checked out any of his videos, please do, either before this interview, after this interview, or whenever you want. They’re definitely worth a giggle. He’s also working on a brand new podcast and TV show - congrats JP, YOU are a shining star! On this show with JP you're about to learn The real reason the Carnivore Diet is blowing up the internet Ayahuasca abuse in pseudo-spiritual circles How your social media accounts are trying to contro

Have you ever thought about why health trends come and go? What if I told you that today’s most popular fads and trends are actually created and exploited by a bunch of overweight 20 year olds who know next to nothing about health? Today we’re here with Mr. Ryan Lee, an author, health entrepreneur, and father of four. Ryan is going to give us an insane inside peek into how the health industry actually works in the age of the internet and social media. On this show with Ryan, you’re about to learn: The inside dirt on how the health industry really works on the internet Ryan’s trick to no stress nutrition How to get a great 20 minute workout without going to the gym And tons more

When was the last time you thought about the quality of the source of your water? For a lot of the health nuts out there it's easy to obsess about nutrition, but how many people are really paying attention to what's in the water they drink? Returning to the show today is one of my favorite guests, a wild man himself, Mr. Arthur Haines. Arthur has an extremely unique and informed perspective on all of this. He's a forager, ancestral skills mentor, author, public speaker, and botanical researcher. He's also one of my mom's heroes (she’s an herbalist and holistic Nurse Practitioner). Arthur's the real deal. He actually had to cancel the first interview we had scheduled for this show, because he had to go bear hunting. That was the best excuse ever for cancelling a podcast interview, and fortunately we were able to have Arthur back on the show. On this show with Arthur, you're about to learn: The critical differences between creators and consumers How food can be medicine, especially if you're growing or foragi

What’s the biologically appropriate diet for human? Can you chow down on steak every meal, and expect to get results? I have a very special episode of the Fat-Burning Man show for you today. I like interacting with you folks, and I think it's quite amazing that with today’s livestreaming technology, people from all around the world can join in and ask questions and interact with me in real time. In this particular Q&A session, we had a few familiar faces show up in the livestream comments, which I’m very happy to see, including Kurt Morgan, my contestant and teammate on the ABC TV show a few years back, who dropped a whopping 87 pounds in 14 weeks with the Wild Diet. Within an hour of posting this video, we already had a few thousand views, so hopefully you'll dig this livestream. I recommend a lot of the books that I've been reading recently that have made a big difference in the way that I think, and I even go on a few rants. In this Q&A, I chat with you folks about: Incorporating kettlebells into

Why is it so difficult to find high-quality, pasture-raised meats these days? It seems like we're years into the natural-organic-pasture-raised health craze, yet it's still a pain to find grass-fed barbecue and meats from healthy animals in general. With the majority of our cow friends being fattened up on a completely unnatural diet of corn, GMOs, and other nonsense, it's clear, now more than ever, that there's a disconnect between industry standards, and I'm using that term loosely, and what's best for the health of ourselves and our families, not to mention our longevity. To help us figure it all out, we're here with Mike Salguero, who's the CEO and founder of ButcherBox, the first delivery service dedicated to providing 100% grass-fed beef, organic chicken and heritage pork direct to people like you and me. Mike is also a CrossFit enthusiast, an avid lover of the outdoors, so he's in good company here.

When you’re on social media, do you ever feel like your in the spotlight? Now that we all carry cameras in our pockets, it can feel like we're in the spotlight pretty much all the time, especially considering the new pressures of social media. And with that comes public scrutiny, and the dreaded trolls. Returning to the show this week to help us figure it all out is my buddy and ABC co-star, a true rock star of health and fitness, Mr. Shaun T. Shaun, in case you don't know, is one of the greatest motivators. Whenever I'm feeling down, he definitely gets me in the right mental state to feel like I can do anything again. On this episode, we talk about how Shaun has dealt with trolls over the years and his advice for anyone who is subjected to negativity on the Internet, social media, or even in real life. He's got one critical piece of advice that I think will really help you out. In this episode with Shaun T, you’re about to hear: How to keep your sanity with 10-month old twins How to be yourself even when yo

Have you ever thought about selling everything and traveling the world? Returning to the show this week is Mr. Gary Collins, a man who did just that. Gary has a unique and fascinating background in military intelligence, and as a Special Agent for the U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and U.S. Food and Drug Administration. These days, Gary teaches people like you and me to break free of conventional wisdom to practice true health, freedom and self reliance. If you feel overwhelmed by bills, debt, or even social media, this episode is definitely for you.

Can good productivity habits contribute to other good habits, like eating well and getting outdoors? Today, we have a special bonus episode for you. In this surprise livestream Q&A, you folks asked me whatever you wanted related to health, music, and even virtual reality. I'm your Huckleberry. And in today’s show, I’ll be sharing one of my favorite tools that has helped me since I was an overachieving pre-teen, and continues to pay big dividends in productivity and in art to this day. Since we finally have internet again up here in the mountains, hopefully I'll be streaming quite a few more of these live Q&A sessions in the months ahead.

Did you know your gut is responsible for producing about 90% of your serotonin, one of the leading neurotransmitters that can help generate (or negate) happy thoughts? In fact, some researchers now call our gut our "second brain." There’s a lot going on in that gut of yours. Today we’re here with Dr. Michael Ruscio, a clinical researcher and bestselling author whose work in the world of gut health has been published in peer reviewed medical journals. Even though we’d met before, I was re-introduced to Michael by our mutual friend, Robb Wolf, who says, "Mike is one of, if not the most knowledgeable practitioner in the world on the topic of gut health, both what the research says (and does not say) as well as the clinical applications.”

What do Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and Scarlett Johansson all have in common? Today, we’re here with Don Saladino, one of the most in-demand and respected trainers in Hollywood. For over 20 years, Don has coached actors, athletes, musicians, and titans of business. Scarlett Johansson, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Hugh Jackman, and David Harbour are just a few names of clients he’s trained recently. Today Don’s going to spill the beans on topics that will definitely raise some eyebrows. Including the fact that he gets shredded eating over 500 grams of carbs a day.

Is our phone and technology addiction now a serious health issue? Returning to the show this week is fellow podcaster, co-director of the California Center for Functional Medicine, and New York Times best selling author, Mr. Chris Kresser. For a man so knowledgeable about health, Chris’ non-dogmatic approach to wellness can be refreshing.

Did you know that up to 90% of Americans are not getting enough of the nutrients that are critical for healthy functioning? What’s worse, these nutrient deficiencies can compound over the years and may continue to cause issues for decades to come. To help us all sort it out, we’re here with Dr. Mark Hyman. Dr. Hyman is a practicing family physician, the director of Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine, and an 11-time number one New York Times best-selling author.

Were our childhood heroes, like He-Man and Captain Planet, jacked up on steroids? We’re here with Noelle Tarr and Stefani Ruper, co-hosts of the Well-Fed Women Podcast and authors of the brand new book Coconuts and Kettlebells, to get to the bottom of all of this. If you’ve ever suffered from body image issues, disordered eating or even exercising too much, this episode is definitely for you. Noelle is a nutritional therapy practitioner, an NSCA certified personal trainer, and a new mom. And Stefani Ruper is a past guest of the show, creator of PaleoForWomen.com,  and author of Sexy by Nature.