Built for Growth by Miesha Tate

Eric Nicksick is a renowned MMA coach and strategist, recognized for his unapologetic stance on cutting through the hype and illusions surrounding “traditional” fight preparation. In this episode, he unveils the pivotal moment he decided “enough is enough,” taking a stand against outdated training methods, challenging the status quo of combat sports, and paving a whole new path toward molding the...

Brian Sandars is a regenerative agriculture expert and nutrition advocate, recognized for his unapologetic stance on cutting through food industry lies. In this episode, he reveals the defining moment he realized “enough is enough,” deciding it was time to challenge the traditional beliefs about what we eat, how it’s produced, and the real path to nourishing both people and the planet. Brian’s pow...

Bobby Maximus is a former UFC fighter turned motivational coach, recognized for his unapologetic push toward raw honesty and mental toughness. In this episode, he reveals how he reached that defining moment of saying “enough is enough,” deciding it was time to quit making excuses and venture beyond the safety of his comfort zone to find the success he’d always envisioned.  Bobby’s powerful te...

Kyle Kingsbury is a former UFC fighter turned wellness advocate, known for his open-minded approach to personal growth and mental well-being. In this episode, he opens up about battling depression, exploring psychedelics, and finding resilience after hitting rock bottom.  Kyle’s powerful story and life-altering insights expand into the importance of forging your own path to true health. He sh...

Carnivore JT is a health enthusiast and advocate of the carnivore diet. Through years of personal experimentation and research, JT has uncovered the profound health benefits of embracing a meat-based lifestyle and has learned the standard American food system is poison to the human body.  In this episode, JT dives deep into the truths behind the carnivore diet, its incredible health advantage...

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Catherine Knibbs, a renowned clinical trauma therapist and cyber trauma expert, to discuss the challenges of parenting in an increasingly digital age. Catherine shares invaluable insights into protecting children from online predators, fostering open communication about internet safety, and creating a resilient environment for kids to thrive in the fac...

Dr. Peter Martoni is a leading expert in sleep posture, nervous system health, and biomechanics, dedicated to optimizing overall well-being through the alignment of the body and mind. His groundbreaking work explores how proper sleep posture can enhance nervous system function, reduce chronic pain, and promote long-term health. In this episode, Dr. Martoni dives into the science behind the connect...

 Dr. Johnathan Edwards, a board-certified anesthesiologist with 25 years of experience, brings a powerful message about the therapeutic potential of ketamine for treating depression, PTSD, and suicidal ideation. In this podcast episode, Miesha Tate and Dr. Edwards discuss how ketamine can help rewire the brain and break people out of negative thought patterns. Dr. Edwards emphasizes that keta...

Former NFL wide receiver turned internationally renowned motivational speaker with over 18 million social media followers performance and purpose coach, brings a powerful message about protecting your inner peace in a chaotic world. He opens up about losing his best friend Anthony to suicide, sharing insights on overcoming loss and finding purpose. Trent emphasizes the importance of intention...

Tyler W. LeBaron, MSc, Ph. D., is the Founder and Executive Director of the science-based, nonprofit, Molecular Hydrogen Institute. His background is in biochemistry, physiology, and exercise science. Dr. LeBaron and Miesha Tate explore the science of hydration, weight cutting and sodium's crucial role in hydration and cellular function as well as Molecular Hydrogens role in maintaining homeostasi...

Commander Joseph Dituri is a retired Naval Officer. He served almost 28 years active duty in the US navy where he was involved in hyperbaric system maintenance, saturation diving and ship repair. After retirement Josephearned a Ph. D. in Biomedical Engineering Joseph is a contributing author to Hyperbaric Medical Practice (4th edition), the author of numerous diver-training manuals, a co-author of...

Demetrious Johnson and Miesha Tate reflect on their past as high school rivals in Washington State and they express mutual admiration. Johnson discusses his esteemed career trajectory, highlighting his accomplishments in both the WEC, UFC, and ONE Championship. Mighty Mouse is arguably the Greatest Fight of All Time with 11 consecutive title defenses. He outlines his transition strategy, emphasizi...

Caroline Alan also known as the 'Mineral Geek' makes a compelling argument for Minerals as she reveals that our bodies contain approximately 100 different types of minerals, but most people are deficient or imbalanced, leading to symptoms like brain fog, lethargy, irregular sleep patterns, and even reduced sex drive. Learn why these essential building blocks are crucial for health and performance....

Joanna is a retired Polish professional mixed martial artist, and Muay Thai  Kickboxer. She is regarded as the greatest female strawweight, mixed martial artist of all time. Joanna also holds the record for most successful strawweight title defenses (5) and  she is the first Polish champion and first female European champion In this Episode, Joanna opens up about her passion pursuit of t...

Ulrich Dempfle began his career in healthcare with British health services, where his team designed and ran Chronic Disease Management programs for people with heart conditions and diabetes. Ulrich built on his background in mechanical engineering to develop the world's only Reduced Exertion HIIT (REHIT) bike, alongside leading exercise researchers. Ulrich leads product development at CAROL—from d...

Bryce “Thug Nasty” Mitchell is an American professional MMA fighter out of Searsy, Arkansas. Mitchell currently fights in the UFC featherweight division. He is also a First Generation farmer with a lot of love for his country. He is inspiring the next generation one Octagon Caged Chicken Coop at a time! In this episode you will hear how Bryce’s come to Jesus moment with a possessed Ex-Girlfriend s...

From decorated Green Beret Sniper, UFC headliner, and all around badass Tim Kennedy is an inspirational human. He has saved thousands of lives and liberated countless more. He’s also an entrepreneur, NY Best Selling Author, BJJ Blackbelt, TV Host, Speaker & co-founder of Apogee Strong, but most of all he’s Unapologetically American.  This episode dives into the kind of Father and Man that Tim...

Nick Freitas served in the Army with the 82nd Airborne, 25th Infantry and served two tours in Iraq as a Green Beret with 1st Special forces group whose mission at large has been liberating people in need. Nick also is a Member in the in the Virginia house of Delegates and also sits on the Board of Education.  He’s probably most proud of his long standing incredible relationship with his wife...

In this episode of Built for Growth, you’ll hear about the toxic effects of glyphosate with Kelly Ryerson, also known as the "Glyphosate Girl." Kelly's deep knowledge on the history of glyphosate and its massive presence in our food system is not only informative but alarming. This is an invitation to question what's on your plate and in your body as YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO KNOW. Remember that Glyphos...

Gary Reinl has over 40 years of experience in the sports medicine field and has worked with professional teams across the NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL. He's the author of "ICED! The Illusionary Treatment Option" and a leading advocate for evidence-based recovery methods. Gary's innovative approaches have revolutionized how athletes and medical professionals think about healing and injury management. The...

Discover the surprising truth about salt with Dr. James DiNicolantonio , a renowned cardiovascular research scientist and bestselling author. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. James debunks common myths about sodium & explores its role in athletic performance. Learn how proper salt intake can improve your overall health. Here's why sugar (not salt) might be the real culprit behind many health...

In this debut episode Miesha tells her journey in a way that she never has before. These moments of adversity, humor and grief have shaped her into the person she is today.  Inspired by her late coach Rober Follis and his infamous quote, "Change is inevitable, growth is not," Miesha sets out on a path to inform and transform. Every Thursday, she will bring you unfiltered insights and awesome...

Cameron is an acclaimed researcher, writer, and leading authority in the field of mental optimization and plant-based medicine. As the visionary founder of TRU KAVA, he is at the forefront of the transformative “sober curious” movement, positioning Kava as the premier stress relieving social elixir of the future. Through Kava and a vast array of natural non-alcoholic practices and strategies, &nbs...