LEVELS – A Whole New Level

Latest Episodes:

#162 - Influencer marketing: Beneficial partnership endorsements, relationship management, & organic growth | Tom Griffin, Jackie Tsontakis, & Steph Coates Aug 22, 2022

Show notes

When is it beneficial to welcome influencers to your marketing plan? Here are the details on how Levels thinks about influencer marketing, partnership endorsements, relationship management, and organic growth in this chat between Tom Griffin, Jackie Tsontakis, & Steph Coates. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Tom Griffin, Jackie Tsontakis, and Steph Coates discuss:

(02:56) – What does partnership mean?

(07:15) – The influence of content creators

(15:01) – Why we’re focusing on a specific audience

(17:28) – Offer access to the people who need it most

(20:13) – How partnership can pressure food companies into having higher standards

(28:08) – The Ferriss Effect

(33:33) – Finding the right partnerships

(41:30) – How async has shaped Levels

(50:12) – The challenges of scaling

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Steph on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-coates

#161 - Member Story: A former fitness competitor’s IVF journey & what real health looks like | Sara Beemer & Ben Grynol Aug 18, 2022

Show notes

How does a former bodybuilder go from carb-loading to eating for longevity and fertility with IVF? Here’s a look at the journey of healthy eating from a fitness competitor turned nutrition coach in this conversation between Sara Beemer & Ben Grynol. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 WhatSara Beemer and Levels’Ben Grynol discuss:

(16:22) – Find your motivation

(26:00) – Make gradual changes

(27:52) – Create good sleep habits

(29:57) – Don’t be extreme

(33:00) – The benefits of meditation

(37:27) – Schedule out your week

(43:27) – Try new things

(47:54) – Understand what’s going on in your body

(52:13) – Let your kids learn with you

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/DhE_8BO60mI

CGM helped Sara Salter Beemer stop carb-loading and enjoy fat again: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/cgm-helped-sara-salter-beemer-stop-carb-loading-and-feel-better

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Sara on Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarabeemer

#160 - Erectile dysfunction may mean chronic disease & early death | Dr. Merrill Matschke & Dr. Casey Means Aug 15, 2022

Show notes

Erectile dysfunction can be an early indicator of future cardiovascular disease, endothelial dysfunction, and early death. Learn more in this conversation betweenurologist and male reproductive specialist and surgeonDr. Merrill Matschke and Levels Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Casey Means. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Dr. Merrill Matschke & Dr. Casey Means discuss:

(13:47) – The connection between metabolic dysfunction and erectile dysfunction

(22:08) – How ED develops

(34:11) – Let’s talk about oxidative stress

(40:06) – The importance of testosterone levels in insulin sensitivity

(46:50) – The importance of diet, exercise, and sleep

(48:45) – Why is testosterone dropping?

(59:59) – Our healthcare system needs to do better

(01:07:44) – Don’t put treatment off

(01:14:02) – Sleep is crucial

(01:19:41) – Nobody’s perfect

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/mum4AfB0K_Y

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#159 - Member Story: Making diet & exercise an easy, natural habit | Drew Manning, Fit2Fat2Fit Aug 11, 2022

Show notes

Weight loss and physical transformation are significantly more mental and emotional than we think; it goes beyond diet and exercise. Fitness trainer and creator of Fit2Fat2Fit Drew Manning talks about how self-love is the piece to focus on for natural habit changes that can bring physical change. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

📍 What Drew Manning and Levels’ Ben Grynol discuss:

(06:15) – Drew’s journey

(08:10) – The mental weight of an unhealthy lifestyle

(09:10) – Don’t let body issues define your self-image

(10:52) – Transformation isn’t just physical

(23:46) – Un-training your brain

(25:45) – The emotional connection to food

(31:03) – It’s hard to be healthy

(41:57) – Diets aren’t always healthy

(45:44) – Your physical health affects your relationships

(53:38) – Be comfortable with being uncomfortable

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/PYB8yO7UufU

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Drew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fit2fat2fit

Connect with Drew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fit2fat2fit

#158 - From Google Product Manager to Co-Founder of Levels | David Flinner & Ben Grynol Aug 08, 2022

Show notes

As a prior Product Manager at Google, Co-Founder David Flinner started his own metabolic health journey and then serendipitously reconnected with Sam Corcos and Josh Clemente. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What David Flinner and Ben Grynol discuss:

(18:21) – Understand what’s possible

(21:00) – Maximize your value

(31:12) – An uphill battle

(38:39) – Levels is a spectrum

(40:25) – Being a partner

(44:13) – Be intentional about your message

(47:21) – Be responsible caretakers of data

(50:01) – Keep moving forward

(50:51) – Dealing with challenges

(52:11) – How do we grow?

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#157 - Member Story: How Charlette improved her quality of life & found what foods work best for her with Levels at 64 Aug 05, 2022

Show notes

According to our Member Charlette Plinneke, Levels helped her find a better quality of life, discover what foods work best for her, and use CGM data to support her food and lifestyle changes. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 WhatCharlette Plinneke and Levels’ Ben Grynol discuss:
(17:29) – Food can change your body

(21:05) – Some foods aren’t as healthy as you think

(29:52) – The self-cleaning oven analogy

(35:08) – Why Charlette became a teacher again

(37:58) – You don’t have to give up good food

(40:30) – You aren’t locked in

(41:52) – Sometimes less is more

(48:09) – Why Levels is a long-term fix

(53:13) – When you feel good, you do good

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/oHG4OKrSKr8

Charlette’s story: https://levelshealth.com/blog/charlette-plinneke-finds-renewed-energy-and-weight-loss-at-64

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#156 - The systems a CEO must create to scale a startup | Ale Resnik & Sam Corcos Aug 03, 2022

Show notes

At a fast-growing startup, a CEO must create systems to help with key performance indicators, recruiting, operations, and more. It’s the CEO’s job to push the company forward and help it become a better organization. In this episode, Ale Resnik (Founder and CEO of Belong) shares the importance of finding the right co-founder, how to set the proper company strategy, and why the best-organized companies are the ones that prioritize customers with Levels CEO Sam Corcos.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Ale Resnik and Levels’ Sam Corcos discuss:

(09:12) – Find a co-founder

(10:57) – You need a good Head of People

(14:35) – Set the strategy

(20:19) – Don’t let things get out of control

(25:59) – You can’t stay involved with everything

(29:47) – Don’t micromanage

(37:13) – Serve the customer

(39:31) – Your culture will change

(40:50) – Look for extraordinary leaders

(44:52) – Make sure your leaders have practical knowledge

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Ale on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AleResnik

Connect with Belong on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoinBelong

#155 - Letting go of sunk cost bias at a startup | Mike DiDonato, Tom Griffin, & Ben Grynol Aug 01, 2022

Show notes

It’s never too late to say no, and it’s never too late to change your mind. Especially at a startup. At Levels, we try to nix sunk cost bias if it makes sense to do so. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 WhatMike DiDonato, Tom Griffin, & Ben Grynol discuss:

(01:11) – Don’t be afraid to ignore sunk costs

(05:34) – Write down your decisions

(07:08) – Let go of your ego

(09:48) – Don’t make concessions

(11:37) – Don’t burn your bridges

(14:16) – Maintain clear communication

(15:08) – Stay away from shiny object opportunities

(17:18) – Question decisions

(22:08) – Don’t be too rigid

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/Z7G_sUEGQfo

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mike__didonato

#154 - Building an engaged online community | Willa Tellekson-Flash & Cissy Hu Jul 29, 2022

Show notes

Online communities that surround online brands can evolve quickly, and when the conversations start to develop between members or are led independently by extra-engaged VIP members, that’s where the real magic comes into play. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Levels’ Cissy Hu and Public’s Head of Community Willa Tellekson-Flash discuss:

(05:33) – Be the first to share

(11:38) – The mission of Public

(19:07) – Follow up on conversations

(20:38) – Be curious

(21:24) – Be an active listener

(26:58) – Write in an approachable way

(37:39) – Create a safe community

(38:44) – Reframe your mindset

(43:44) – Lead by example

(46:04) – What does a community manager do?

(49:50) – Be clear about your responsibilities

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/LJ4QGSv2UrM

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Willa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/willactf

#153 - Member Story: Using a CGM surprised the Director of Sports Nutrition for the Miami Dolphins | John Parenti & Ben Grynol Jul 27, 2022

Show notes

This director of sports nutrition used a CGM and was shocked to see how his body responded to oatmeal. In sharing his CGM experience with his athletes, he emphasizes that everyone’s body responds to food differently, and urges them to get their lifestyle habits and routines in place before trying to change nutrition. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Levels’ Head of Growth Ben Grynol and Director of Sports Nutrition for the Miami Dolphins, John Parenti discuss:

(05:08) – An eye-opening experience

(06:45) – Check in with your body

(07:48) – Find a routine

(12:34) – Less is more

(26:24) – It’s all about structure

(30:17) – Drill the fundamentals

(37:29) – You are what you do

(39:25) – Know your players

(48:27) – Sleep is the key

(52:07) – Be a coach