Savage Perspective Podcast

Latest Episodes:

In the Hot Seat with Jonathan Griffiths Jan 05, 2024

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For this episode, I'm actually a guest on Jonathan Griffiths' podcast, discussing my competition prep. Jonathan is the man behind Composition Consultant and has been a guest on my podcast before, so it was a pleasure to be interviewed by him and I hope you all enjoy this episode.

What we discussed:

My background and what brought me to the ketogenic lifestyle (2:10)
Disordered eating in bodybuilding (4:18)
Prioritizing whole, real foods (6:55)
Ketogenic diet benefits for training performance and overall health (8:59)
Meal frequency and tracking macros (14:47)
The importance of tracking glucose levels (20:13)
Full-body training (23:59)
Carbohydrate intake for maximum performance (29:45)
Getting started with animal-based foods and basic compound exercises (38:53)
Bodybuilding, supplementation, and mental fortitude (42:59)
Reflecting on the competition prep and setting goals for future competitions (48:51)

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The Savage Manifesto for 2024 Jan 01, 2024

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You all know I'm not a resolution person, but I do believe in creating a manifesto for each year to help focus on what the new year will bring and what I want to prioritize. I'm excited to bring this new manifesto to everyone and, I wish you all a very happy new year!

What you'll hear:

Personal growth and change through consistent effort (1:44)
This year's manifesto: reflect, recalibrate, and reengage (2:12)
Prioritizing my life pillars throughout my competition prep (2:59)
Leveraging lessons learned and applying intensity to the areas of my life I value most (4:26)
Reflecting on my life trajectory, setting goals for improvement, and focusing on existing businesses (6:15)
Discarding distractions and focusing on what matters most in life, with a revolution in myself and those around me (7:40)
Keep an eye out for marked improvements in all aspects of our businesses (9:20)

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Aging and Staying Forever Strong with Gabrielle Lyon Dec 29, 2023

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As a woman, do you struggle with the aging process and the adage that steak is for men? Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is blowing the lid off those old myths and proving that, to age "gracefully," women must eat protein and lift heavy things. Dr. Lyon is a subject matter expert and educator in applying protein, types, and levels to health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She has so much knowledge to share; chatting with her for this episode was a joy.

What you'll learn:

The need for a figure in the female space to encourage proper nutrition and fitness training (1:10)
Dr. Lyon's catalyst for entering the health and fitness space (3:04)
Fixing metabolism that has been wrecked through years of yo-yo dieting (5:26)
The ins and outs of hormone replacement therapy (9:27)
Her opinion on the best way to administer exogenous hormones (12:04)
Recommendations for protein consumption for women and how to calculate that number (13:44)
Advice for getting in more protein for those who struggle to consume the minimum amount (18:21)
Protein distribution throughout the day for muscle protein synthesis (20:19)
Aging and fitness, with a focus on muscle building and longevity (26:46)
Shifting the paradigm of focusing on obesity to focusing on skeletal muscle health and its impact on brain function and overall health (30:59)
Incorporating high-intensity interval training and heavy resistance training for overall health, especially in aging adults (34:51)
Living her purpose through her work in functional medicine (38:33)
The overwhelming benefits of having a strong, supportive community (41:25)
Navigating the waters of healthy nutrition with children (44:22)

Where to find out more about Dr. Gabrielle Lyon and purchase her book, Forever Strong:

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

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Conquering Type 2 Diabetes with Rome Dec 25, 2023

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Have you been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or other illnesses? Rome joined me for this podcast episode after my friend Michael Dennehy sang his praises during a recent hunting trip. After hearing his story, I knew I had to have him on the show to share his transformation with you. I love hearing inspirational stories of people who make the switch to a ketogenic lifestyle and change their health for the better, and I know you'll love this episode.

What we discussed:

How we were introduced and his friendship with Michael Dennehy (1:41)
Rome's backstory, including his weight gain for sports and how he made the transition to keto (3:06)
Losing the initial 100 lbs., then gaining it back due to poor habits (9:29)
Managing his type 2 diabetes with medication and the weight gain and poor health that resulted from that (12:08)
Making the switch to managing his diabetes through diet and lifestyle changes (14:57)
His weight loss journey and progress (21:08)
Obesity and diabetes in the southern black communities (24:14)
Intermittent fasting (28:49)
Withstanding temptation and sticking to the plan (34:46)
Fitness training and trimming down (35:34)
Being a positive influence on his daughter (37:05)
Increasing fat intake (40:19)

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Keto and Blood Sugar with Dr. Laura Buchanan Dec 22, 2023

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Are you curious as to how a ketogenic diet can help battle blood sugar issues or diabetes? Dr. Laura Buchanan is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician and Metabolic Health Practitioner. The mission that drives her is to help people age successfully. That passion was initially derived from a love of sports but has since evolved and expanded to include a passion for healthy living generally, including the importance of nutrition, exercise, mental wellness, and an optimal use of the medical system. She sees her role as a doctor being two-fold: promoting prevention and practicing medicine. (https://doctortro.com/our-team/) She has a wealth of information regarding low-carb lifestyle approaches and health benefits, so I know you'll take something from this episode.

What we discussed:

Her work with Dr. Tro (1:19)
Anti-aging strategies and nutrition (2:30)
Common denominators in clients, friends, and family with health issues (10:03)
Harmful seed oils (12:23)
Low-carb diets and their impact on health (14:59)
Protein intake and glucose monitoring (20:59)
Using continuous glucose monitors for managing diabetes (28:45)
Following a ketogenic diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding (33:28)
Managing diabetes and nutrition in children (40:41)
The benefits of a well-formulated ketogenic diet for metabolic health (45:37)
Proper nutrition and mental health benefits (50:50)

Where to learn more about Laura and her work:

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Plucking Around with James Barry Dec 18, 2023

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For this episode, I welcome back friend and entrepreneur James Barry, the brains behind Pluck, an organ-meat-based seasoning company. James believes in being as close to nature as possible, and that's the idea behind his products. His seasonings are sourced from grass-fed, grass-finished, humanely-treated, pasture-raised animals with no GMOs or hormones. It was a pleasure catching up with him and I know you'll take something from this episode.

What you'll hear:

Company struggles during COVID (1:54)
James's backstory from a culinary standpoint, why he founded Pluck, and introducing nutritious foods to his children (4:56)
The frustration with the nutrition options in schools (9:36)
Homeschooling and parenting, and the challenges of maintaining consistency when the children are outside the home (14:58)
Food obsession and its effect on relationships (21:00)
How modern food confuses our ancestral bodies and the importance of eating "real" food (24:27)
Whole foods vs. supplements and getting nutrients from chewing food rather than drinking it (30:05)
Sustainable food choices and waste reduction (34:00)
Local bartering (38:32)
His culinary specialty (43:27)
Unhealthy frying practices (49:43)
Proper cooking techniques and preferences (52:50)
Keto-friendly Thai curry sauce (57:43)
Cooking techniques and flavorful sauces (1:02:02)
Raw food diets and nutrient density (1:06:31)

Where to learn more about James and purchase Pluck:

Eat Pluck

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Respecting Differences with Rob Goodwin Dec 15, 2023

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For this episode, I welcome back fellow keto coach Rob Goodwin. For some reason, people in the community enjoy pitting coaches against one another, but Rob and I have always enjoyed celebrating both our similarities and our differences. It was a pleasure chatting with him again and I know you'll learn something from this episode.

What you'll learn:

The importance of unity and helping those in need rather than focusing on fighting and differences (4:17)
Health benefits of reducing processed foods (10:31)
Our differences of opinion regarding the definition of a carnivore lifestyle (12:34)
Carbohydrate tolerance and threshold in athletes (15:10)
Personalized nutrition and carbohydrate intake based on individual needs and goals (21:44)
Authenticity and helping others in the fitness realm (26:42)
Nutrition and fitness principles for optimal health (30:54)
Calorie tracking and macronutrient goals and rations (36:07)
Mindset for success (41:06)
High-intensity training and its benefits (46:02)
Muscular hypertrophy (51:03)
Rob's training and goals (54:56)
Living life to the fullest and being a positive influence on others (59:51)
Homesteading (1:04:15)

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How Competition Prep Affected My Spirituality Dec 11, 2023

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Our last episode was cut a bit short when Rigel woke up from his nap, so for this episode, I focus on how my spirituality was affected by my recent competition season. I don't discuss things like this on the podcast, but I'm planning to incorporate more Live Savage principles into the show and I thought this was a good place to start.

What you'll hear:

Pushing my body to the limit during the prep and the spiritual awakening I experienced as a result (5:18)
The solace I find in pushing myself to the brink and the resulting self-reflection (10:14)
Leaning on God for support (12:02)
Struggling to find clarity on my beliefs in my younger years and working with Crystal to come to a deeper spiritual understanding (15:24)
Valuing objectivity and data-driven pursuits of knowledge but acknowledging the limitations of science (20:33)
The benefits of meditation during a challenging competition prep (26:21)
Finding peace and clarity by surrendering my burdens to God (31:44)
The importance of gratitude (37:50)

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Looking to the Future with Crystal Sikes Dec 08, 2023

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Now that the competition season is over, Crystal and I have a lot to look forward to and be excited about in the coming months. For this episode, we finish up our recap of the competition season and begin looking forward to things ahead.

What we discussed:

How things have changed over the past eight years (2:01)
Structuring time and resources for personal growth (5:51)
Homesteading, prioritizing nutrition, and business goals (9:36)
Progress on the ketogenic bodybuilding course and upcoming keto brick launches (14:54)
Fostering relationships and friendships (21:44)
Goals outside of homesteading (29:09)
The sacrifice that being a good parent requires (31:02)
The spiritual component of competition prep (35:18)

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Taking Control of Your Health with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar Dec 04, 2023

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Are traditional Western medical solutions just not working for you anymore? Dr. Pfleghaar (Dr. Jen) attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to residency at St Vincent's Mercy Medical Center for Emergency Medicine. Dr. Jen spent one year flying with Life Flight as a flight physician. She now works at local emergency rooms in the community and her office in Perrysburg, OH practicing Integrative Medicine. Having children sparked Dr. Jen's interest in Integrative Medicine, and she is passionate about helping her clients heal their bodies from the inside out. It was an absolute pleasure to speak with her and I know you'll take something from this episode.

What we discussed:

Dr. Jen's backstory, including her battle with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and her experiences in medical school (1:12)
What she believes was the catalyst for developing Hashimoto's (7:36)
How her colleagues reacted when she made the switch to integrative medicine (12:27)
The outlook for bridging the gap between traditional and integrative medicine (16:26)
How food choices impact health (18:42)
Common health issues in the US and their root causes (26:24)
Her opinion on nicotine in isolation and energy drinks (34:28)
Appetite suppression and nutrition for bodybuilding (36:17)
Eating healthy and the social blowback (42:11)
Suggestions for what to do if you suspect you may have thyroid issues (44:27)
Fasting benefits (48:50)
Continuous glucose monitoring (53:07)
Parenting and nutrition choices for a healthy childhood (59:59)