American Glutton

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Pain-Free Movement: Secrets from NBA Training with Henry Abbott May 19, 2025

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Join Ethan Suplee and Henry Abbott on the American Glutton Podcast as they dive into preventing injuries and mastering movement. Henry, author of Ballistic, shares insights from NBA training at P3, offering practical tips to strengthen hips, feet, and more. From barefoot running to plyometrics, learn how to move joyfully without pain. Ethan opens up about his struggles with flat feet and past injuries, making this a relatable, inspiring chat for anyone seeking a healthier, freer body. Tune in for actionable advice!

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Intro & Burger Talk

01:07 - Ethan’s Injury Struggles

03:11 - The Joyful Movement Goal

06:04 - Ballistic Forces Explained

08:58 - Neurological Fixes for Movement

13:33 - Personalized Movement Prescriptions

15:09 - Hip Mobility vs. Stability

19:00 - Plyometrics for Better Movement

26:06 - Landing Techniques Unveiled

32:32 - Barefoot Running Revelation

35:46 - Footwear’s Role in Pain

43:36 - Strengthening Weak Feet

48:40 - Learning Movement Like Language

51:08 - Becoming a Puppy on the Beach

52:03 - Closing Thoughts

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Step by Step: Unlocking the Power of Walking with Ethan Suplee May 12, 2025

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Join host Ethan Suplee on the American Glutton Podcast as he dives into the benefits of walking with Paige Dorian. They explore walking’s impact on weight loss, mental health, and metabolism, debunking myths about step counts and running. Ethan shares personal insights on building a walking habit, its accessibility, and its therapeutic value. From practical tips to community aspects, this episode highlights why walking is an undervalued tool for a healthier life. Tune in for an inspiring discussion!

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00:00 - Introduction and Banter

00:01:38 - Walking as a Topic

00:02:24 - Walking and Weight Loss

00:05:03 - Mental Health Benefits

00:06:46 - Measuring Steps vs. Time

00:08:39 - Starting Small with Walking

00:11:45 - Walking as Therapy

00:12:37 - Metabolism and Walking

00:17:10 - Community Aspect of Walking

00:23:09 - Walking vs. Running

00:28:09 - Context in Exercise Choices

00:30:14 - Personal Running Experiences

00:35:28 - Long-term Value of Walking

00:37:24 - Walking for Perspective

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The Cheat Meal with Jon Shook & Vinny Dotolo May 05, 2025

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Ethan Suplee hosts an engaging episode of American Glutton titled "The Cheat Meal," featuring renowned chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo. The trio dives into their passion for food, recounting epic culinary adventures and the transformative impact of their restaurants—Animal, Son of a Gun, and Jon & Vinny’s—on Los Angeles’ dining scene. From innovative dishes like snail steak to fostering a new generation of chefs, they explore food as art, culture, and community. Ethan shares insights on dieting, while Jon and Vinny discuss balancing indulgence with health, offering a raw look at their culinary empire.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction to Episode

01:33 - Animal Restaurant Beginnings

03:40 - Influencing LA's Food Culture

06:13 - Epic Night of Eating

09:48 - Exploring Unique Ingredients

13:05 - Building a Restaurant Empire

18:53 - Jon & Vinny’s Impact

28:58 - Fairfax’s Evolution

32:08 - Discovering Dino’s Unique Dish

35:09 - New Ventures and Kismet Rotisserie

41:25 - Ethan’s Diet and Cheat Meals

48:57 - Balancing Gluttony and Health

57:24 - Frozen Pizza Project Reveal

01:09:57 - Q&A: Curbing Sugar Cravings

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Mastering Your Mind & Meals with Dr. Allan Bacon Apr 28, 2025

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Ethan Suplee is thrilled to share his conversation with Dr. Allan Bacon on the American Glutton Podcast, where they dive into the transformative power of health and fitness. Ethan opens up about his own journey, from rigid diets to finding balance, while Dr. Allan Bacon breaks down practical strategies to take control of your habits without guilt. Allan’s insights on mindset — like shifting from outcome-based goals to habit-focused ones — hit home for Ethan and will resonate with anyone looking to make lasting change. Tune in for an honest, actionable discussion that cuts through the noise of quick-fix solutions.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome

00:08 - Alan’s Journey to Health and Fitness

01:07 - The Impact of Personal Loss on Allan’s Mission

03:19 - Reframing Self-Care as Selfless

04:51 - Teaching Kids Healthy Habits

07:47 - Redefining Selfishness

09:16 - Escaping Rigid Diets

11:12 - Willpower vs. Coping Mechanisms

13:37 - The Power of a Food Journal

16:55 - Recognizing Emotional Triggers

19:29 - External Factors, Not Identity

21:46 - Controlling Your Food Environment

24:23 - Strategies for Social Events

30:14 - Planning Ahead for Restaurants

33:34 - Handling Pushback from Others

36:49 - Parallels to Addiction Recovery

39:32 - Physical vs. Emotional Hunger

42:52 - The Apple Test for Hunger

46:14 - Anatomy of a Habit

49:00 - Realistic Habit-Building Timelines

51:02 - Allowing Discretionary Foods

53:41 - Adapting to Life’s Seasons

55:46 - Learning from Setbacks

58:01 - The Grayness of Extreme Diets

01:00:03 - Internalizing Motivation

01:01:59 - Habit-Based Goal Setting

01:06:08 - Shifting Your Identity

01:09:36 - Mastering the Basics

01:12:26 - Debunking Nutrition Myths

01:17:46 - Fasting Misconceptions

01:20:22 - The Value of Muscle as We Age

01:21:32 - Closing Thoughts

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Garrett Welsh’s 220-Pound Transformation Apr 21, 2025

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Ethan Suplee sits down with Garrett Welsh, who shares his incredible journey of losing 220 pounds and overcoming addiction. You'll be inspired by his raw honesty about sobriety, mental health, and embracing life’s challenges, from loose skin to self-doubt. They dive into how he transformed his habits through simple, mindful choices, and we’re excited for you to hear his powerful perspective on reframing struggles into growth.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:02 - Introduction to Garrett Welsh

00:16 - Garrett’s Weight Loss Journey

01:07 - Struggles with Addiction

01:52 - Path to Sobriety

03:05 - Transfer Addiction and Food

04:48 - First Steps to Health

07:52 - Current Goals and Skin Removal Surgery

10:23 - Mental Health and Family History

12:17 - Social Media and Community Support

13:36 - Planning for Surgery Recovery

15:50 - Daily Routine and Lifestyle

16:50 - Balancing Work and Health

19:15 - Food Philosophy and Macros

20:40 - Past Eating Habits

22:43 - Meal Prep and Structure

23:49 - Snacking Strategies

26:05 - Breaking Bad Habits

29:13 - Reframing Perspectives

30:55 - Dealing with Loose Skin

39:46 - Approach to Cutting Weight

42:06 - Confidence and Inner Work

47:03 - Closing Thoughts

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Ozempic Risks and Gut Fixes: Dr. Gundry’s Warning Apr 14, 2025

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Ethan Suplee is thrilled to sit down with Dr. Stephen Gundry on the American Glutton Podcast to explore the alarming decline in America’s health since the 1970s. Together, they dive into the gut microbiome’s crucial role in regulating hunger and supporting weight loss, examining how antibiotics, glyphosate, and processed foods have severely disrupted this delicate system. Dr. Gundry offers practical solutions—such as incorporating prebiotic fiber and fermented foods—to help restore balance. The conversation also tackles the downsides of quick-fix drugs like Ozempic. This eye-opening episode challenges conventional health wisdom and offers real hope for sustainable change.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Stephen Gundry

01:11 - The Health Decline Since the 1970s

02:25 - Ultra-Processed Foods and Their Origins

03:06 - Impact of Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics

04:22 - Glyphosate’s Effect on the Microbiome

05:39 - Dangers of NSAIDs like Advil

07:34 - Obesity Trends and High Fructose Corn Syrup

08:01 - Restoring the Gut Microbiome

12:21 - Three Steps to a Healthy Microbiome

19:07 - Gut-Centric Theory of Hunger

23:35 - Challenges of Getting Enough Fiber

25:23 - Efficiency and Modern Food Access

27:47 - Weight Loss Drugs and Their Risks

33:38 - Importance of Fermented Foods

36:11 - Reintroducing Beneficial Bacteria

40:48 - Overcoming Bacteriophobia

43:20 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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The Ozempic Revolution: Weight, Mind, and the Messy Truth - with Dr. Alexandra Sowa Apr 07, 2025

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Ethan Suplee welcomes Dr. Alexandra Sowa, author of The Ozempic Revolution, to explore the transformative yet complex world of GLP-1 agonists. They dive into the emotional and mental challenges of weight loss, the pitfalls of yo-yo dieting, and the revolutionary potential of these medications beyond mere thinness. From personal struggles to societal shifts, this candid conversation unpacks the science, the stigma, and the hope for lasting health—offering nuance in a polarized debate.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:51 - The Polarizing Debate on GLP-1 Agonists
03:10 - The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting
05:50 - Chronic Disease and Long-Term Medication
10:55 - Reframing Weight Loss Motivation
14:10 - The Mental Side of Eating
19:22 - Social Contracts and Lifestyle Changes
24:46 - Weight Loss Isn’t the Cure
32:44 - When to Stop the Medication
43:38 - Cost and Access Challenges
51:13 - How GLP-1 Medications Work
55:44 - Final Thoughts and Hope

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Tom Segura: Battling Weight, Self-Acceptance, and the Perils of Comedic Careers Mar 31, 2025

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Tom Segura joins Ethan on a journey through the ups and downs of weight management and self-acceptance. Remember that eighth-grade breakup that sent you spiraling? Tom recounts how a similar experience motivated him to hit the pavement and sparked a lifelong battle with weight concerns. They share personal tales that reveal how even external successes can mask inner insecurities, and emphasize the universal connection between our internal struggles and how we project ourselves to the world.

Tom and Ethan dive into the nitty-gritty of diets gone awry, the relentless availability of junk food at comedy clubs, and how this lifestyle can wreak havoc on one's self-esteem. We explore the tightrope walk between physical health and mental well-being, underscoring the relentless effort necessary to strike a balance in the whirlwind of showbiz.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

(00:01) Navigating Weight and Self-Acceptance

(11:59) Overcoming Weight Loss Challenges

(15:22) Body Image and Self-Acceptance

(20:12) Challenges of Weight Maintenance

(24:22) Maintaining Health and Wellness Amid Challenges

(32:01) Consistency in Fitness on the Road

(43:38) Navigating Self-Esteem and Body Acceptance

(51:14) The Delusion of Body Image

(01:00:17) Maintaining Healthy Habits for Movie Work

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Facing Addiction, Finding Sobriety Mar 24, 2025

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In this episode, I open up about my journey with addiction, the struggles of relapse, and the long road to sobriety. I share what it was like to lose control, the wake-up calls that forced me to confront my reality, and the mindset shifts that helped me push through. Sobriety wasn’t a one-time decision—it was a fight, moment by moment. I talk about the emotional and physical toll of addiction, the impact on those around me, and why true change only happens when you're ready for it.

If you’ve ever battled addiction, supported someone who has, or just want a raw, unfiltered look into what recovery really looks like, this episode is for you.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 - Introduction

02:31 - Jumping into sobriety

07:43 - Blacking out and losing control

11:46 - The moment I knew I had to quit

16:56 - Do interventions really work?

24:17 - The turning point: facing my own mortality

32:12 - How addiction rewires the brain

42:15 - The power of staying present

49:59 - How I fight the voice that says “just one drink”

Thanks for listening. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it. And if you want more of my thoughts on sobriety, mindset, and self-improvement, check out my writing on Substack.

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The Truth About Loose Skin & Weight Loss with Kevin Smith Mar 17, 2025

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Ethan Suplee welcomes Kevin Smith back to American Glutton for an insightful conversation about weight loss, loose skin, intermittent fasting, and long-term health. Kevin shares his experience with fasting, autophagy, and how he manages his weight on a vegan diet. They dive into the realities of excess skin after significant weight loss, the myths around fat loss, and the mental challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Packed with humor and real talk, this episode is a must-listen for anyone on a weight loss journey.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

00:02 - Introduction and welcome

01:08 - Kevin on Ethan’s podcast growth

02:17 - Ethan’s cameo in Clerks III

03:13 - Loose skin and the challenges of weight loss

06:03 - Autophagy and the benefits of fasting

08:37 - Why fasting won’t fix loose skin

12:59 - Struggles with food addiction

19:34 - Finding moderation in eating

27:20 - Why exercise alone isn’t enough for weight loss

32:28 - Reflecting on past weight struggles

38:57 - The challenge of hiking with weights