Unholy Health

Everyone's building a brand, or at least they say they are. But the truth is brutal: almost all  never even launch, most die within five years, and many survivors limp along invisible. In this episode, Patrick and Amber go deep into what it takes to build something that lasts, from the dot com crash to the TikTok hustle. Forget chasing a viral hit, buying followers, or throwing money at influencer...

Wellness is crowded with claims. Fibre lowering cancer risk, fluoride protecting teeth, strength training keeping muscle. These are built on evidence and they hold. Then come the rest. Lemon water detox, parasite cleanses, oil pulling, hydrogen water. They collapse the moment you press them. This episode is a stress test. Some rituals earn their place. Others belong to TikTok theatre. The differen...

Vitamins are sold as the basics of health. C for your skin, D for your bones, B12 for your brain. Without them the body folds in on itself. They are the quiet machinery that keeps you upright, the line between strength and collapse. Which is why they get treated as harmless. But too much twists the promise. B6 hides in pills, powders, and fortified drinks until nerves start to burn out. Numb hands...

Pain used to be something we treated. Now it's something we market. This episode dives into how trauma, discomfort, and the fear of suffering have become trillion-dollar industries. From opiates and antidepressants to ayahuasca retreats, ice baths, and TikTok tarot. We talk pharmaceutical trapdoors, rebound headaches, and why we keep inventing new ways to hurt ourselves just to feel alive. We also...

Why do humans need something, anything, to believe in? In this episode, we dive into belief in all its forms: gods, tarot cards, morning rituals, and the little personal superstitions that help us feel in control when life makes no sense. We talk about manifestation, spirituality as the new religion, TikTok fame as a brush with the divine, and why some people trade church pews for crystals and cla...

Everyone's optimising. But for what, exactly? In this episode, we dive into the cult of enhancement—from sketchy nootropics to off-label injections and the quiet terror of not knowing what you've just swallowed. We talk TikTok snake oil, the pills that nearly killed us, and why some people are more afraid of hunger than heart failure. Supplements, drugs, biohacks—at this point, the categories blur...

How much are you spending to convince yourself you're healthy—or at least appear that way? This week, we take aim at the exorbitant price tags of wellness rituals, exploring the irony of spending hundreds, if not thousands, on trendy products that might do little more than offer a placebo effect. From Erewhon's $40 gourmet ice and overhyped Hailey Bieber smoothies to influencers who mask vanity as...

In this episode, we delve into the bizarre and often absurd world of viral wellness trends. We react to the extreme morning routine of fitness influencer Ashton Hall, who starts his day at 3:52a.m. with mouth taping, ice baths, and even rubbing banana peels on his face. We also discuss UFC star Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett's dramatic weight fluctuations, gaining up to 42 pounds in just two weeks aft...

They sold us dark chocolate as a health food. They told us red wine would make us live forever. Now it's psychic vampire sprays, NMN pills, detox socks, and sparkling-water facials. Welcome to the absurd world of cure-alls — ancient snake oil, now with better branding. In this episode, we dive into the fantasy of panaceas: the idea that there's one magical fix for everything wrong with you (spoile...

Hustle culture is dead—or is it just reincarnated, wearing different shoes? In this episode, we tear into the myth of looking busy versus actually getting anything done. From folding tablecloths in a dead-end retail job to the slow, strange death of the 9-to-5, we talk about how the obsession with "appearing productive" still haunts offices, home setups, and TikTok feeds alike. We pull apart the g...

Some billionaire biohacker wants to outlast the heat death of the universe. We're skeptical. In this episode, we dissect the obsession with longevity—caloric restriction, blue zones, anti-fragility, and why intermittent fasting is often just an excuse for eating garbage later. Would you really want to live forever? What happens when your friends are gone, the world's a wasteland, and no one's left...

The wellness industry loves a good fairytale, and we're here to tear the pages out. From the myth of 'starting on Monday' (spoiler: you won't) to protein bars pretending to be health food, this episode is a guided tour through the biggest lies we tell ourselves in the name of 'health.' We tackle the cult of Ozempic, the frozen vs. fresh debate, the delusion of wellness influencers, and why most of...

Positivity is Great Until it's Poison: In this episode of Unholy Health , we take a scalpel to the glossy facade of toxic positivity, that cult-like demand to "stay positive" no matter what. From New Year's resolutions to wellness influencers peddling overpriced journals and dreams, we dissect how positivity—when forced—becomes a gaslighty prison. Real human emotions like fear, sadness, and anger?...

This week's episode dives into the rise of therapy and its transformation from a niche practice to something everyone seems to be doing. We explore what's behind the trend—Is it just a social media phenomenon? A shift in cultural values? Or have we all simply decided it's okay to ask for help? With humor and candor, we unpack the many faces of therapy—from psychologists and psychiatrists to physic...

Fasting isn't just about skipping meals—it's about tuning in. In this unapologetically raw episode, Amber sits down with Max, a self-proclaimed cycle-syncing guru who transformed her health by fasting and training according to her hormones. From ditching the "just be one of the boys" fitness mindset to unlocking the surprising perks of a two-day water fast, Max spills it all. We're talking real ta...

Welcome to Unholy Health Episode 6, where Amber and The Unnamed Host are joined by Luke, a seasoned one-meal-a-day (OMAD) aficionado. We dive headfirst into the ups, downs, and baffling brain gains of intermittent fasting. Luke shares how OMAD fuels his neurons and keeps his gut in check, while Amber hilariously reflects on how fasting wrecks her psyche, thanks to a modeling past marred by restric...

In this episode, we dig into the detox debate—what it really means and whether trends like juice cleanses, infrared saunas, and alkaline diets are worth your time. We break down how your liver, kidneys, and lungs handle toxins daily without help from those detox teas, and we debunk the myth that sweating in a sauna does much more than release water and a bit of salt. We also explore sketchier deto...

Hold onto your sanity—barely—as we debrief the madness of FLCK's 'Unholy Art Fight'. We then follow up with a wild ride through the weirdest corners of wellness: probiotics, DIY health hacks, and fecal transplants (yep, we went there). We're talking gadgets that will shock you (Pulsetto, we're looking at you) and diving into the bizarre extremes of wellness culture. From cooking smells to deciding...

In this episode of  Unholy Health , we dissect the rise of morning routines and how they've morphed into near cult-like rituals. From the infamous 5 AM Club to extreme wellness practices, we explore the societal pressure to conform to these routines, their origins in religious rituals, and whether they truly hold any value. Join us as we question the myths, share personal experiences, and uncover...

In this episode, we dive into the elusive concept of balance in the wellness world. What does it truly mean to be balanced? Is it even achievable? We explore the narratives around balance—whether it's about food, lifestyle, or social media's portrayal of the perfect routine. Is "balance" simply another buzzword, or is there a deeper understanding? We talk restrictive diets, gut health, and why che...

An introduction to the Unholy Health Podcast. Who we are, where we come from, what we're going to be talking about and why. In this episode we discuss traditional energy drinks and why they don't help you focus or keep you well, explore some safe and conventional wellness tips and practices and some less conventional ones. From ice baths to banana diets to artificial sweeteners that are dangerous...