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654: The Big Mac vs Salmon Debate: Why Your Bloodwork Tells the Truth About Your Diet

Many people think they’re eating healthy, but their blood work and body composition tell a different story. In this episode, Ted reveals why food quality is only part of the picture — and how data, not diet labels, is the real key to optimizing your health and longevity. Listen now!

653: Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro: Miracle Drugs or Misleading Hype? (What You Need to Know) — Part 2

In part 2 of this GLP-1 series, Ted shares two real-life case studies that reveal when weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro deliver results—and when they don’t. Discover the surprising lessons that make the difference. If you missed part 1, go back to hear Ted break down the dos and don’ts of these drugs, how they work, the results people are seeing, and the lifestyle shifts that ensure lasting success. Listen now!

652: Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro: Miracle Drugs or Misleading Hype? (What You Need to Know) — Part 1

Are Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro really the miracle solution for weight loss? In part 1 of this 2 part series, Ted breaks down how GLP-1 drugs work, the results people are seeing and the potential downsides no one talks about. Plus, the lifestyle shifts that ensure lasting success. Listen now!

651: The Framework That Will Change How You Work and Live with Ryan Hanley

Struggling to balance work, life, and your own well-being? In this episode, Ryan Hanley—a serial entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster, and coach—shares the key to unlocking focus, energy, and balance in every area of your life. If you’re ready to stop burning out and start thriving, this conversation will change everything.

How a 44-Year-Old Attorney Lost 25 Pounds, Beat Knee Pain, and Felt 10 Years Younger

At 44, John Custis—a busy attorney and entrepreneur—lost 25 pounds, beat chronic knee pain, and felt 10 years younger. But here’s the kicker: he did it without giving up his favorite foods or spending hours in the gym. In this episode, you’ll discover exactly how he did it, and why the Metabolic Reset Sequence™ is transforming the lives of successful men over 40. If you’ve ever felt like your body’s holding you back, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

650: The Hidden Truth About Obesity: What Every Man Over 40 Must Know

It’s not carbs, hormones, or “starvation mode.” Obesity rates have tripled since the 1960s—and high-performing men are paying the price in energy, confidence, and longevity. In this episode, Ted reveals the real drivers of weight gain, the myths keeping you stuck, and how men over 40 can drop 15–20 lbs, build muscle, and feel like themselves again—without extreme diets, or extreme workouts.

649: 7 Rules to Know If Your Diet Is Working (And How to Fix It If It’s Not)

It’s time to find out if your diet is getting you real results. In this episode, Ted shares the 7 rules he uses to know if a nutrition plan is actually working. From fat loss and blood work to mental health and sustainability, discover how to stop guessing and finally create a plan you can keep for life. Listen now!

648: The Super Human Life: How to Overcome Addiction, Strengthen Your Mindset & Create Lasting Change with Frank Rich

In this episode, Frank Rich shares his journey of overcoming porn addiction, rebuilding his identity, and creating lasting change. Whether you’re dealing with hidden addictions or simply want to elevate your mindset, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to step into your best self. Listen now!

647: How to Stay Under 15% Body Fat All Year (Without Strict Diets or Crazy Workouts)

Most men over 40 think staying lean requires strict diets and brutal workouts. In this episode, Ted reveals the 7 habits that have kept him under 15% body fat for years, even at age 48. These aren’t quick fixes or fad diets, but sustainable strategies that busy high-achievers can actually follow. Listen now!

646: Stem Cells Therapy Explained: How to Choose the Right Stem Cell Treatment for Pain Relief and Longevity with Joshua Ketner

Tried everything for your pain, injuries, or slow recovery—but nothing seems to work? In this episode, Joshua Ketner reveals how stem cell therapy could offer answers where other treatments fail, and what you must know before taking the leap. Listen now!