Savage Perspective Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Diving Deep Into the Culinary Arts with Anna Vocino Jun 09, 2023

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Anna Vocino is killing it in a saturated market, and this episode may be just what you need if you want to add a little variety to your ketogenic meal prep. Anna is an extraordinaire when it comes to gluten-and-grain free cooking and it was a pleasure to learn from her.

What you’ll hear:

How she has been able to find success in the cookbook market (1:25)
What she’s excited about in the way things are trending in the nutrition space as of late (4:06)
Substitute foods (7:03)
Keeping it simple when not in “work mode” (11:01)
Bare necessities regarding kitchen tools (12:43)
Meal prepping (17:12)
Which cuisine she finds the most difficult to make keto-friendly (18:40)
Rice alternative (20:31)
Anna’s personal nutritional protocol (23:35)
Her career as a writer and recipe guru (26:48)
How she finds inspiration for her recipes (30:28)
The importance of reading labels, especially for spices (33:52)
The addition of sugar to many products we’re ordering and consuming (47:02)
Common anti-caking agents (48:28)
Primal Kitchen products (50:45)
Making keto sustainable (55:26)
My dietary protocol during my prep and things I’m tweaking (56:55)

Where to find out more about Anna and her recipes:

Eat Happy Kitchen

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Let’s Talk About Sex with Susan Bratton Jun 05, 2023

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Are you aware of how nutrition can affect your sex life? In this episode, we’re shaking things up a bit with Susan Bratton, an intimacy expert and sexual biohacker. If you’ve ever struggled with sexual fulfillment, this is the episode for you.

What we discussed:

Her areas of expertise (2:01)
Why there is a stigma attached to sexual pleasure (5:35)
Sex as more than just intercourse (6:47)
What she’s seen over the last couple of decades regarding the view of sex as a transaction vs. actual intimacy (14:08)
Sex as a selfless act (17:17)
Steps to take to improve your sex life (19:49)
How to keep intimacy alive as parents to a young family (28:06)
Yoni massage (30:53)
How improved health can lead to a more satisfying sex life (34:00)
The correlation between diet and sexual performance (36:13)
The Vasper System (43:21)
Exogenous hormones (47:55)
What she’s diving into right now (55:34)

Where to learn more from Susan Bratton:

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The Science Behind Satiety Per Calorie with Raphael Sirtoli Jun 02, 2023

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The hot topic of “satiety per calorie” has been all the rage lately, especially on Twitter. Raphael Sirtoli, a PhD candidate in health sciences and all-around smart guy, is pretty vocal in his support for this trend. I tend to disagree with this trend, but I wanted to have someone knowledgeable about the subject on the podcast to have an educated discussion. I learned a lot, and I know you will as well.

What we discussed:

Looking behind the curtain regarding satiety per calorie (1:43)
The differences between the SPC and PE diets (4:41)
Dietary fat (8:20)
Food “scores” in the SPC model (10:50)
Good foods, bad foods, and the way bodies react differently to various dietary approaches (14:16)
SPC and scores as a work in progress (21:55)
Why humans overcomplicate nutrition (26:07)
Making your way through the weeds of conflicting data (28:29)
How Raphael structures his own nutrition (30:54)
Finding a happy medium or balance (36:07)
His “elevator pitch” (37:27)

Where to learn more about Raphael and SPC:

Twitter

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Multi-generational Approach to Responsible Agriculture with Will Harris May 29, 2023

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Do you know how the meat you consume is raised and harvested? Will Harris is behind White Oak Pastures, a farm that transitioned away from industrial farming and is now focused on humane practices and regenerative agriculture. Learning more about their operation was a pleasure, and I encourage you to check out their website to see more of what they’re all about. I know you’ll learn a ton from this episode.

What we discussed:

His presence in the ketogenic space (2:29)
The origin story of White Oak Pastures (5:11)
The differences between industrial and regenerative agriculture (11:11)
Greenwashing (15:37)
What is regenerative land management (17:40)
The timeframe and process when raising cattle humanely (21:41)
Large vs. small food distribution (32:59)
The importance of building a close-knit community (34:44)
Online commerce (37:04)
Interning at White Oak Pastures (41:35)
A typical day in the life of Will Harris (43:15)
Where the trajectory of the farm is heading (45:15)
Fraudulent messaging being perpetuated by Big Food (49:21)
Focusing on making an impact (53:51)

Where to learn more about Will and White Oak Pastures:

White Oak Pastures

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Bugging Out with Eli Halpern May 26, 2023

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Are you interested in sustainable sources of protein? Eli Halpern is the CEO of Golden Cricket, a protein bar made out of–you guessed it–crickets. But if that grosses you out, not to worry. We discussed everything from business to MMA, so I’ve got no doubt you’ll be able to take something from this episode.

What you’ll hear:

Eli’s origin story (1:40)
The benefits of martial arts (3:15)
What his daily schedule looks like (6:06)
The point in his life where he realized that he needed to change trajectories (9:14)
His experiences in Thailand (13:57)
Standup comedy and his inspiration (17:22)
His nutritional protocol (22:30)
How Golden Cricket came to be (23:!5)
How the product has been received (27:32)
The process behind harvesting crickets and making the bars (30:09)
The vegan reception of the product (32:06)
Sobriety (34:21)
Thoughts for those interested in experimenting with substances (36:46)
Future plans for the business (43:09)
How his experiences in life and with substances have affected him long-term in regards to spirituality and mindset (47:08)
Podcasts he’s listening to and what inspires him (53:07)

Where to find Eli for more laughs and cricket power:

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From the Heart with Dr. Kosmicki May 22, 2023

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We know heart health is important, but it’s easy to get bogged down with all of the information on cholesterol, blood pressure, and how nutrition affects the well-being of your heart. Dr. Kozmicki is a cardiologist diagnosed with Type I diabetes in his forties. He has abundant knowledge and experience in cardiology and nutrition, and I learned a ton from him today.

What you’ll hear:

Dr. Kosmicki’s backstory and how he became interested in cardiology (1:36)
The general demographic he works with in his clinic (4:29)
Tests to get done proactively to keep yourself apprised of your heart health (6:22)
The nuances of cholesterol (8:18)
Pros and cons of statins (13:14)
Negative side effects of statin use (16:48)
Blood pressure (19:43)
Diabetes and nutrition and Dr. Kosmicki’s diabetes diagnosis (23:12)
Ketogenic diet and traditional Western medicine (40:05)
His running journey (44:37)
Preparing nutritionally for a marathon (47:06)
Running shoes (51:45)
What he’s got in the pipeline for the future (54:30)

Where to learn more:

Marathon Training for a Cause

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Stoicism as a Roadmap to Success May 19, 2023

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If you need some inspiration, then this is the episode for you! Chris Ruden has had to overcome many obstacles in his life, but he hasn’t let that stand in the way of becoming a total badass. It was a fantastic conversation; I know you’ll also learn something from it.

What we discussed:

The obstacles he has faced and which was the most difficult (2:37)
Growing up being made fun of and finally developing confidence (5:18)
Falling into a leadership role at an early age (7:22)
The brutality of childhood honesty and how he overcame it (11:08)
The importance of developing a positive narrative to live by (12:19)
Stoicism and how that mentality has helped him through life (14:23)
How his disability has been a stepping stone toward his success (18:48)
Powerlifting and building a business (20:11)
The challenges he faces as a powerlifter with disabilities (22:04)
Nutrition (24:25)
Learning how to relax and not feel guilty (28:37)
Contentment, no complacency (31:18)
The three keys to happiness (35:14)
Being overrun by fear (36:46)
What drives him, what has him excited (38:11)
Public speaking (40:28)
Communication is key (44:29)
Getting paid for speaking events (46:19)
Leveling up to gain perspective (49:48)
What he’s reading now (50:39)
Owning up to your decisions (56:11)

Where to learn more about Chris:

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Covering All Bases with Maria Emmerich May 15, 2023

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If you’ve been in the keto-carnivore space for a while, or even if you’re new, chances are you’ve heard of Maria Emmerich. She has helped many people reclaim their health through her various platforms and cookbooks. I’ve spoken to her on numerous occasions, and it is always a pleasure. I’ve got no doubt that you’ll enjoy this episode tremendously.

What you’ll hear on this episode:

Homeschooling her children and the motivation behind that (1:36)
One of her favorite pastimes–hunting (4:48)
The brutality of social media (5:48)
Why people choose her as a target (11:20)
Cutting out coffee (13:33)
Satiety per calorie (16:50)
Upper threshold for protein intake (22:37)
Protein sparing modified fasting (29:11)
Extended fasting vs. overfeeding (34:09)
Why it’s not ideal to continually graze throughout the day (36:13)
The importance of knowing what you’re putting into your body (37:51)
Pushback she’s received for not feeding her children a ton of carbohydrates (39:18)
Dairy consumption (41:24)
Cutting out dairy and nuts for weight loss (43:56)
What a typical day of eating looks like for Maria (46:10)
Cold therapy vs. saunas (48:59)
Hyperbaric oxygen chamber (50:54)
Upcoming travel plans (52:05)
What’s coming up in the pipeline for them (54:57)

Where to find out more from Maria:

Keto Maria

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Going All Natural with Mike Bruce May 12, 2023

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Are you interested in living a more natural lifestyle? Mike Bruce is extremely knowledgeable in the paleo nutrition space and traveling a more natural path in life. It was a pleasure to have him on the podcast, and I know you’ll take something from this episode.

What you’ll hear:

Mike’s backstory and all things cloth diapers (3:27)
Finding the catalyst to make a change (7:57)
What his current diet consists of (11:11)
Satiety per calorie (13:22)
Consuming vegetation (14:33)
Common sense nutrition (17:31)
How he and his wife are feeding their baby (20:21)
What’s working and not working in the US in regards to nutrition (24:46)
Gut microbiome (27:00)
Parenting a highly sensitive child (31:28)
Introducing foods to their baby (37:36)
Babies and media consumption (40:15)
Daily non-negotiables (44:32)
Being selfish (48:53)
Sleep (50:24)
Going diaper free (55:09)
How his wife feels about how they’re raising their baby (1:00:42)
What’s on the horizon for Mike (1:02:33)

Where to find Mike and learn more:

Instagram

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The Science Behind a Species-Appropriate Diet May 08, 2023

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Coach Stephen Thomas studied physiology and health sciences and is a qualified phlebotomist and a well-known expert in the keto-carnivore nutrition space. He is a certified online coach and is passionate about helping people regain their health through exercise and a ketogenic diet. It was a pleasure to finally have him on the podcast, and I know you’ll enjoy this episode.

What you’ll hear:

Stephen’s backstory and why he chose a ketogenic and then a carnivore lifestyle (1:37)
What his diet looked like before transitioning to low-carb (3:20)
The benefits he noticed when he made the switch to low-carb and eventually fully carnivore (8:37)
Simplifying keto (11:01)
Being lean but not necessarily healthy (14:27)
Regulating insulin (17:31)
Carbohydrates and blood glucose levels (25:58)
Blood level readings of his clients (34:32)
Pathological insulin resistance (37:52)
The cholesterol debate (41:35)
Treating the whole client rather than singling out certain facets (49:29)
False paradigms about calories (54:34)
How he structures his meals daily (58:41)
The primary driver for his allergies disappearing when he switched to carnivore (1:01:52)