Savage Perspective Podcast

In this episode, I speak with repeat guest Marcus Aurelius Anderson! Marcus is a successful TEDx speaker, life coach, martial arts master, and all around awesome human being! We dive into the mindset on this episode so buckle up. We talk about adversity and how to leverage it as a strength. We cover the importance of being responsible for every action you make and owning up to it. We both feel dis...

In this episode, I speak with fellow bodybuilder and muscleman Christian Unger! Christian competed in his first show last year using a carbohydrate-based approach so we dove into how that compares to a Ketogenic prep. He tells us about his struggle with food post-show and some of the mental/emotional challenges that entails. We talk about the ramifications that follow an "Eat Big to Get Big" menta...

In this episode, I speak with master chef Robert Kuhar! We dive into his introduction to the ketogenic diet and how it started from his desire to make a protein bar. Robert tells us how to keep our cooking simple yet delicious and impressive. He puts an emphasis on the sauce so we learn a few different methods to create the perfect sauce. He also dives into a variety of cooking methods including c...

In this episode, I speak with celebrity trainer Vinnie Tortorich! Vinnie is the guy behind the NSNG diet so we dove into how that started. We talked about his beginnings and how he had to bootstrap and hustle his way up to make a name for himself. He dove into some of his experiences in working with celebrity trainers what he has learned in that process. We dive into the debate between steroids vs...

In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Ross Taylor, founder of the F-Bomb macadamia nut butters! Ross was a huge help to me in the beginning of Keto Brick and I've learned so much from him from a business perspective. We dove into the details behind starting the F-Bomb business. We went into the weeds about the legal implications, trademarks, LLC's, certifications, and all of the regu...

In this episode, I speak with Mark Katz and how he used the ketogenic diet to overcome his depression. We started with the different levels of depression and how they affect us. Mark tells us his 6 pillar strategy and how he used it for improving all aspects of his life. These six pillars cover his approach to nutrition, mindfulness, physical activity, social interaction, creativity, and the appre...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Anthony Jay on how estrogens are disrupting our hormones! Dr. Jay is incredibly knowledgable on this topic and I learned so much. He talked about what is actually in our water supply...you don't want to know! We covered the compounding dangers associated with artificial estrogens. He talked about why many of us are so low in testosterone. He dives into the types o...

In this episode, I speak with friend and former client, Jim Morgenstern on the importance of chiropractic care and mobility. Jim dives into his motivation for starting keto and how it has positively impacted his chiropractic practice. We talk about the different techniques and subsets of chiropractic care and the benefits of each. He gives us some tips to help with lower back mobility and prevent...

In this episode, I speak with good friend and Keto Brick Crew member Trish Hogan! Trish was a former figure competitor who has since transitioned into running marathons. We talk about the misconception between low carb and keto and how they differ. We dive into the carbs vs. fat for endurance debate. She gives us insight on how to train for increasing your mileage. She dives into what she is doing...

In this episode, I had repeat guest Ben Davis talk to us about his ultra marathon experience. Ben set out to run one ultra-marathon a month in 2018. I wanted to get him back on the show to describe what that was like and dive into the technique behind ultra-endurance running. We also dove deep into the mindset and how to improve your perspective in life. We talked about injury prevention and how h...

In this episode, I do a 2018 year-end review with my lovely fiancé Crystal Love! We dive deep into all the main nutritional takeaways we've learned this year and what we plan to do differently going forward. We talk about our training and exercise takeaways and how that has changed over the year. We talk about our major lifestyle shift and some of the highlights and challenges that have been learn...

In this episode, I speak with Kim Howerton on the sustainability of long-term dieting! We dive into how she controls her eating habits and how low she recommends taking carbohydrates. We talk about the metabolic damage of chronic under eating and the psychology of reverse dieting. She gives us some insight on how to prepare ultra low carb recipes. We talk about the mindset behind staying true to y...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Ryan Lowery on some of the new science behind ketogenic performance. We dive into how he has been able to make a greater impact by stepping outside of traditional academia. He tells us about some of the cutting edge research studies that illustrate the performance benefits one can obtain in a state of ketosis. He compares carbs vs ketones as they relate to buildin...

In this episode, I speak with seasoning expert Cory Conklin on his keto transformation and how he started his spice business! Cory transitioned from a very unhealthy HCG diet to the ketogenic diet and has seen amazing results with his body composition and overall health. We dive into the psychology of why people cheat on a diet. That leads to a discussion on mindset and how to create a long-game l...

In this episode, I speak with two repeat guests, Danny Vega and Rachel Gregory! They have partnered up to create a ketogenic program that benefits the whole family. Rachel brings an interesting perspective because she illustrates how to educate your parents and older generations about the power of the keto diet. Danny talks about how he's been able to implement it in his children's life. This was...

In this episode, I speak with professional BMX athlete, Josh Perry! We dive into his love for BMX and what led him to drop out of high school to pursue his passions. We discuss the lessons learned in embracing failure. He tells us about his BMX injuries and how he's been able to get back on the bike afterwards. Josh has survived 4 brain tumors! We dive into how that has effected his life and what...

In this episode, I had the honor of being joined by Danny Vega and Brian Williamson of The Ketogenic Athlete Podcast. The three of us spent this past week at my family farm down in south Arkansas. We figured we'd record a podcast in the middle of all the festivities. We talked about the importance of disconnecting from our day-to-day hustle. We discussed silence and solitude. We exposed our insecu...

In this episode, I speak with Victoria Field on a variety of different keto related topics. Victoria is a former IFBB pro fitness competitor and news anchor. She has since transitioned into the ketogenic lifestyle and has become a huge resource with the Epigenix Foundation and Keto Pet Sanctuary. She is currently working on the upcoming Metabolic Health Summit conference and making huge strid...

In this episode, I speak with one of my clients, Robert Hogge. Robert was in a severe car accident which caused significant nerve tissue damage. This injury left him nearly immobile and stuck in a life of severe pain. He became medically addicted to pain medication and realized he had to turn his life around. He got off the meds and turned towards nutrition to improve his health and well being. He...

In this episode, I speak with Adam Clark on his and his family's health transformation. Adam is one of 7 brothers, five of which are keto. He was introduced to keto by his father and his older brother and has since made it his lifestyle. We go over some of the mistakes he's made with the diet and many of the lessons learned. We talk about his fasting strategy and the importance of avoiding sweeten...

In this episode, I'm joined by repeat guest, Jonathan Shane. Jonathan is a former client of mine who competed in his first show earlier this year. I originally had him on the podcast immediately following his first show and we talked about his competition prep strategy. I wanted to have him on again several months after so that he could describe what the post-show "rebound" and reverse diet has be...

In this episode, I speak with Chris Bell, director of Bigger, Stronger, Faster and A Leaf of Faith! We dive deep into a vast array of topics on this one. We talk about his testosterone use and if he thinks it was necessary. Chris tells us about his current nutrition and what he has learned from doing carnivore. He opens up about his opioid addiction and how he has beat it leveraging Kratom. We tal...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jimmy and Christine Moore! They tell me how they met and what their nutrition was like prior to keto. I learned about several of the autoimmune issues Christine had that played a major role in motivating her to improve her health. We talked about their new book, Real Food Keto, and many of the nutritional therapy principles that it's based on. W...

In this episode, I speak with Neo, founder of Keto Matrix! We dive into Neo's interesting career path. From aviation, to pharmacology, to attack dogs, to keto, Neo has seen a bit of everything. He tells us about his transformation from over 300 lbs to his current weight of 165 lbs using IF and keto. He dives into supplements and insulin. We are both experimenting with calories in an extreme surplu...

In this episode, I speak with fellow keto competitor, Ciara Martinez! Ciara was motivated to turn her life around after reaching a weight of 225lbs and falling into a deep depression. She had two kids, a broken leg, had just relocated, and was totally frustrated with her situation. She decided to start the keto diet and improve her health. After seeing some great progress she decided to take it on...