Ali Miller, RD, LD, CDE is an integrative functional medicine dietitian, podcast host, and best-selling author. She specializes in nutritional therapy for mental health, metabolism, and overall wellness. Through her clinical work and books (The Anti-Anxiety Diet, Naturally Nourished), Ali has helped countless individuals and families rethink food as medicine. With her new release Naturally Nourished Kids, she provides practical tools for parents to raise resilient, thriving children grounded in nutrient-dense eating.
In this episode of the Meat Mafia Podcast, we welcome back Ali Miller, registered dietitian, author, and creator of The Anti-Anxiety Diet. Ali joins us to dive deep into her new book Naturally Nourished Kids, a guide and cookbook designed to transform the way families think about feeding children. We cover everything from first foods and baby-led weaning to creating a positive food culture at home, building metabolic health, and protecting kids from the traps of ultra-processed diets.
What we cover:
- The impact of first foods on palate development and metabolic health
- The dangers of ultra-processed foods and synthetic vitamins in kids’ diets
- How chewing influences brain development and cognitive function
- Strategies for family mealtime rituals that nourish beyond just the plate
- Teaching kids to be “taste adventurers” through guided conversations
Timestamps:
(02:00) Introduction
(06:00) Preconception habits shape thriving kids.
(08:00) Whole foods beat ultra-processed in every way.
(11:00) Chewing builds strong jaws and sharper brains.
(17:00) The blood sugar rollercoaster drives ADHD.
(21:00) Teach kids confidence in eating differently.
(24:00) Beet hummus shows food as empowerment.
(29:00) Raise “taste adventurers,” not picky eaters.
(36:00) Proper prep makes kids crave real food.
(57:00) “Eat God food, not industrialized food.”
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Brett and Harry sit down for a candid reflection on the Meat Mafia journey—from the first blog posts and anonymous Twitter threads to recording with dream guests and taking the show on the road. They unpack the pivotal moments that built their momentum, the creative risks that paid off, and how their mission has evolved over the years. From gritty early recordings to in-person conversations with world-class guests, this is a behind-the-scenes look at building something from scratch, staying adaptable, and pursuing a vision with relentless energy.
What we cover:
- How the Meat Mafia podcast started from anonymous writing on Twitter
- The transition from written content to launching a podcast
- Early struggles, imposter syndrome, and finding their cadence as co-hosts
- Creative risks that helped them secure dream guests
- Building momentum through consistency rather than perfection
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:00) Momentum from writing online and moving to Austin
(09:00) Publishing the healing story and early Twitter growth
(14:00) The shift from writing to launching the podcast
(19:00) Diversifying content and building authority
(24:00) Early guest outreach strategies that worked
(29:00) The jump from virtual to in-person recordings
(34:00) Lessons from the multi-state podcast road trip
(44:00) How the show evolved with changing interests
(54:00) Key takeaways for building something from scratch
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Robby Sansom is the co-founder and CEO of Force of Nature, a regenerative meat company on a mission to revolutionize the global food system. With a background in sustainability and ethical sourcing, Robby has positioned Force of Nature at the forefront of the regenerative agriculture movement—pushing for higher standards, better transparency, and real impact across the meat industry.
Robby Sansom returns to break down how the company has evolved since his last appearance—and why they just relaunched chicken with the most rigorous standards in the industry. From the failures of mainstream food labeling to the hidden cost of doing things the right way, Robby unpacks the complexity of regenerative agriculture, the dirty truth behind chicken production, and how Force of Nature is building trust through transparency, not trends.
What we cover:
- The evolution of Force of Nature since 2023
- The failure of claims like “organic” and “pasture-raised”
- Off-farm environmental impact most brands ignore
- The reality of pricing premium meat in a commodified market
- Force of Nature’s long-term play to change the food system
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:30) Building regenerative supply chains at scale
(05:45) Rise of consumer skepticism and demand for transparency
(10:00) The hidden cost of cheap food and pricing tension
(16:00) Why they paused and relaunched chicken
(22:00) Off-farm environmental impact of poultry feed
(28:00) Their new protocol: no Cornish Cross, no confinement
(34:00) Why “free to range” replaces pasture-raised
(46:30) Nuance vs. claims in a commodified market
(53:00) Creating a new standard beyond certifications
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Harry Gray shares the full arc of his personal journey with faith—from a decade of spiritual drift to a renewed relationship with Jesus. He opens up about the pivotal conversations, internal battles, and spiritual disciplines that reshaped his identity and purpose. For men curious about what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world, Harry offers a practical, honest roadmap grounded in real experience. This episode isn’t about religion—it’s about transformation, leadership, and living with intentional faith.
What we cover:
- Harry’s slow but powerful faith transformation after moving to Austin
- The role of mentorship and discipleship in spiritual growth
- Identity, purpose, and leading as a man of faith
- The practical tools and resources that shaped his walk with Christ
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:45) Launching “The First Appointment”
(03:10) Natasha asks about his relationship with Jesus
(06:00) Drifting and feeling purposeless in his 20s
(11:30) Redefining risk and building faith through action
(16:00) First visit to Thrive Church
(17:45) Discipleship and baptism at age 30
(22:10) Leading other men in faith
(32:15) Giving up vices through spiritual growth
(43:00) Core spiritual disciplines that shaped him
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Jackson Mitchell is a former SMU football walk-on turned team captain and medical device sales rep, known for his “No Limits” mindset. He’s the creator of The Walk-On Mentality Podcast, where he interviews individuals who bet on themselves. Jackson embodies discipline, intentional living, and authenticity—pushing his physical and mental boundaries through elite fitness and deep personal growth.
In this episode with Jackson Mitchell, we explore what it truly means to bet on yourself. From walking on at SMU and becoming team captain, to launching a podcast and pushing the boundaries of fitness and faith, Jackson shares how discipline, confidence, and intentional living have shaped his life. Whether it's building mirror-like friendships, managing dopamine, or training solo at 4 a.m., this episode is packed with reflections on the internal game of self-mastery.
What we cover:
- Walk-on mentality and underdog grit
- Living with a “No Limits” mindset
- Navigating life after college sports
- Authenticity in business and life
- Managing dopamine and distractions
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(08:00) Walking on at SMU
(14:00) Struggling with identity after sports
(20:00) Trusting the process in sales and life
(26:00) Morning discipline and intentional living
(32:00) Managing dopamine and digital distractions
(38:00) Inner healing and self-image work
(44:00) Confidence through risk and repetition
(50:00) Fitness as worship and creative outlet
(56:00) The power of mirrors and community
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In this solo episode of the Meat Mafia Podcast, Harry explores the growing disconnect between the rise in health research and the decline in real-world health outcomes. He breaks down a simple, actionable framework to reclaim your health—built around rest, real food, movement, community, and purpose. This episode is a challenge to stop waiting for perfect answers and start making meaningful changes, one step at a time.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) Health is simple: rest, real food, clean environment, purpose
(04:45) Six pillars of health explained
(07:00) Overview of a key obesity study and global trends
(10:00) Obesity projections for 2030 and academic disconnect
(12:30) Introduction of the SOAR ratio and its meaning
(16:00) The health theater and Big Food’s role
(19:00) Marketing, lobbying, and the cost of inaction
(22:00) The 3-phase framework: foundation, refinement, mastery
(31:00) Call to action: stop spectating, start living with purpose
Check out the original article on Substack where I discuss the idea that we're studying the obesity problem, but not fixing it.
1. The Epidemiology of Obesity: A Big Picture
2. The Overintellectualization of Health
3. The 6 Pillars to Reclaiming Your Health
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Chad Marx is a former Army Infantry Non-Commissioned Officer who made a bold transition from military life to entrepreneurship, podcasting, and community building. Since moving to Austin, he’s become deeply embedded in the city’s fitness and startup culture—working across content, operations, and brand building for Noble Origins and the Meat Mafia Podcast. Chad’s story is a blueprint for anyone looking to reinvent themselves, build real community, and find purpose through action.
In this episode, Chad returns to share the full story—from military life to startup life, and how moving to Austin, plugging into the fitness scene, and saying yes to opportunity changed everything. Whether you're entering a new city, career, or season of life, this conversation is a tactical guide for building community, embracing the beginner mindset, and creating momentum through action.
What we cover:
- How to Build Community in a New City
- Why Austin Is a Fitness & Culture Magnet
- The Role of Beginner Mentality in Career Development
- Health as a Catalyst for Purpose
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) Moving to Austin without knowing anyone
(04:30) Using fitness to build instant community
(07:00) Why Austin’s culture is different from other cities
(10:00) Showing up and talking to strangers changes everything
(13:30) Saying yes to events and watching doors open
(18:00) Starting monthly wine & card game nights
(26:00) Transitioning from marketing to operations
(30:00) How fixing health unlocked creativity and energy
(44:00) The ripple effect of purpose-driven work and community
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Joel Runyon is the founder of Impossible, a performance brand built around pushing physical and mental limits through endurance, entrepreneurship, and mindset. From running ultra-marathons on every continent to building tools that help others tackle the "impossible," Joel embodies high-agency living. He’s also the underdog in a multi-year legal battle with Impossible Foods over trademark rights—one that’s testing everything he’s built.
Joel Runyon joins the show to unpack how he built the Impossible brand from scratch—starting in his parents’ basement with nothing but a list of goals that felt out of reach. He shares how endurance sports shaped his mindset, how he turned a blog into a movement, and what it's been like facing off in court against a $2 billion food tech company. This is a deep dive into high-agency thinking, resilience in the face of adversity, and the mindset it takes to defend what you’ve built when the stakes are high.
What we cover:
- Starting Impossible from his parents' basement
- Turning a blog into a global brand
- Being sued by Impossible Foods
- Lessons from endurance applied to business
- Managing stress while building under pressure
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Salim Najjar is a former nuclear engineer turned wellness entrepreneur and HRV educator. After co-founding Sound, a pioneering unsweetened sparkling tea brand, he spent years biohacking his way through performance culture—until his body forced him to listen. Now, Salim is on a mission to teach people how to regulate their nervous systems, master their stress, and reconnect with their bodies through the lens of HRV (Heart Rate Variability). His work bridges engineering, spirituality, and somatic awareness to help high-performers access true resilience from within.
In this episode, Salim Najjar returns to go deep on the one metric he believes can change your health and your life: HRV. After burning out while building his beverage company, Salim discovered that high performance without recovery leads to breakdown. This conversation unpacks his six-year deep dive into nervous system regulation—from biohacking and Bikram yoga to trauma processing, spiritual surrender, and living nomadically. If you want to understand stress at its root and build lasting resilience in a chaotic world, this episode is your blueprint.
What we cover:
- What HRV actually measures
- The difference between stress and chronic stress
- How your thoughts and emotional stories affect your HRV in real time.
- HRV as a language of the nervous system
Timestamps:
(1:00) Intro
(4:00) Discovering baking soda protocols and mistrusting the mainstream
(7:00) The origin story of Sound and biohacking in NYC
(10:00) Breaking down from burnout and discovering Bikram yoga
(12:00) What HRV actually measures and why it matters
(19:00) HRV as a language—why you can’t compare your score to others
(26:00) How trauma gets stuck in the body and lowers HRV
(35:00) Limbic brain shutdown and losing access to your performance
(43:00) Why stress is necessary—chronic stress is the problem
(1:00:15) Tripling HRV in 24 hours by surrendering and going nomadic
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Trip Ison is the Host of the Ain’t Dead Yet podcast, Trip is a deeply reflective and purpose-driven leader. Known for his raw honesty, physical intensity, and commitment to service, he speaks directly to men navigating internal battles, offering a blueprint for rebuilding through consistency, discipline, and community.
Jacob Donahue is the Founder of Muse and a high-performing operator, Jacob represents what it looks like to live with quiet discipline. He’s built a life around intentionality, simplicity, and constant personal refinement, often leading by example in community, faith, and physical pursuit.
In this powerful roundtable, Harry sits down with Trip and Jacob—two high-integrity men redefining masculinity through purpose, self-discipline, and pain-forged wisdom. The conversation cuts deep on topics like self-love, sobriety, modern dating, and mental health, offering a refreshing and unfiltered take on what it means to show up fully in life. If you're a man in transition, building something bigger than yourself, or battling inner darkness—this one's for you.
What we cover:
- Building self-love through boundaries
- The power of consistency
- Crafting a meaningful daily routine
- Dating vs. idolizing a relationship
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro: Meet Trip and Jacob
(01:30) Responsibility reveals who you really are
(03:45) Stewarding your current gifts before receiving more
(06:30) Learning self-love through boundaries
(10:00) Why men in their 20s shouldn’t date
(14:30) Real relationships come from aligned environments
(20:00) Daily routines that build discipline
(29:00) Who they’re speaking to with Muse and Ain’t Dead Yet
(40:45) Mental health, suicidal thoughts, and pushing through
(47:00) “Just keep going”—the mindset that saves lives
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In this milestone episode, Brett and Harry sit down for a raw, behind-the-scenes conversation on building Noble Origins—two years after its founding. With weddings on the horizon and major growth underway, they reflect on the personal transformation, lessons learned, and pivotal moments that have shaped their journey. From early doubts to hard-won clarity, this is the most transparent look yet into what it really takes to build a brand from scratch with your best friend by your side.
Whether you're a founder, a future entrepreneur, or a loyal customer, this episode is a powerful time capsule on friendship, faith, risk-taking, and the messy beauty of going all in.
What we cover:
- Going from roommates to business partners
- The early vision for Noble and how it’s evolved
- The power of organic growth and customer-led momentum
- Faith, brotherhood, and building something that matters
- Operational breakthroughs and building the right team
Timestamps:
(00:00) – Life updates and big transitions
(01:20) – Reflecting on the past three years
(03:45) – How Noble started
(06:10) – Simplicity in nutrition
(10:55) – Building a bridge product
(14:30) – Entering a crowded market
(16:45) – Bringing on the right operator
(22:10) – Lessons from doing it all
(29:15) – When it felt real
(47:55) – How to support Noble
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Ben Azadi is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Keto Kamp. After overcoming obesity, depression, and pre-diabetes, Ben has dedicated his life to helping others achieve “metabolic freedom” through nutrition, mindset, and faith. With a background in personal training and years of content creation via podcasting, YouTube, and books, his latest work, Metabolic Freedom, blends actionable dietary advice with spiritual and psychological tools for true transformation.
Ben Azadi joins the show to unpack his new book Metabolic Freedom, a blueprint for reclaiming your health through ancestral eating, fasting, and radical responsibility. From his personal transformation—losing 80 pounds and reversing pre-diabetes—to helping millions ditch metabolic dysfunction, Ben shares practical strategies for fat loss, healing, and mental clarity. This episode goes beyond macros and protocols—it’s about removing interference, building intuition, and stepping into the healthiest version of yourself.
What we cover:
- The meaning of “metabolic freedom” and why most are in a metabolic prison
- The problem with modern healthcare
- The power of single-ingredient foods and low-carb nutrition
- The impact of thoughts and mindset on metabolism
Timestamps:
(00:00) — Introduction
(01:30) — Why Ben wrote Metabolic Freedom
(03:45) — Books vs. fleeting content
(06:20) — Simplifying health for the masses
(08:15) — America’s broken healthcare system
(10:00) — Ben’s 80-pound weight loss journey
(14:40) — Mindset and self-image matter most
(20:00) — What metabolic freedom really means
(29:00) — Three nutrition steps to start today
(39:15) — Vitamin G: the power of gratitude
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In this conversation, we sit down with Ben Greenfield- biohacker, entrepreneur, father, and follower of Christ- for his most raw and revealing interview to date. We dive deep into the evolution of Ben’s life philosophy: from chasing peak performance to building a legacy rooted in faith, family, and simplicity. If you’ve followed Ben for his cutting-edge health protocols, this episode will show you the man behind the metrics- and how he’s choosing the narrow road. This is a conversation about realignment, redemption, and what it means to live a truly optimized life- not just in body, but in soul.
Ben Greenfield is a world-renowned health expert, New York Times bestselling author, and host of the Ben Greenfield Life podcast. Known for his pioneering work in biohacking and performance optimization, Ben has more recently become a voice for spiritual realignment and intentional fatherhood. He’s the founder of Kion, a dedicated husband and father of twin boys, and a man on a mission to live—and leave—a legacy that goes far beyond fitness.
What we cover:
- The Dark Side of Optimization
- Faith Over Metrics
- Rebuilding the Family Home
- Creative work as spiritual discipline
- Raising children with purpose
Timestamps:
(00:00) Legacy and fatherhood shift
(08:42) Family crest and constitution
(14:15) Optimization leads to burnout
(21:30) Morning routine and scripture
(29:06) Idolatry of hustle culture
(37:18) Rites of passage for sons
(45:02) Marriage conflict and prayer
(53:40) Faith over data obsession
(01:05:50) Letting go of metrics
(01:14:33) Living liturgically for legacy
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On this week's episode of the podcast, the Mafia sits down with Gerry DeFilippo to discuss strength training and building muscle. Gerry is a world-class strength and performance coach who has helped hundreds of athletes reach their athletic potential.
Jake Thomas is a Marine Corps veteran, endurance athlete, elite trainer, and mindset coach with a philosophy rooted in radical self-exploration. Known for pushing the extremes of the human experience—whether it's competing in triathlons, testing his limits in extended dry fasts, or leading transformative client journeys—Jake’s approach is both deeply spiritual and uncompromisingly practical. He helps his clients rewire their identities through habit-building, physical transformation, and inner leadership.
In this episode, Jake Thomas unpacks the physical, mental, and spiritual breakthroughs that have shaped his life—from enduring an eight-day dry fast to building a coaching philosophy rooted in discipline and self-reliance. A former Marine turned elite trainer, Jake shares hard-won lessons on identity, sobriety, personal growth, and what it really means to lead yourself. Whether he's describing the extreme edges of human experience or the small daily habits that drive lasting change, Jake offers a powerful reminder: true transformation starts within.
What we cover:
- 8-day dry fast: challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned
- Sobriety and identity reconstruction
- The power of desire vs. physical ability
- Letting go of ego and material identity
- The role of community in hard pursuits
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(05:20) Fasted endurance challenge
(11:45) Quitting the 7-in-7 plan
(16:30) Dry fasting breakdown
(24:10) Lessons from chronic illness
(30:55) Mental clarity from fasting
(38:40) Journaling and routine
(46:15) Coaching with mindset first
(54:00) Sobriety and self-worth
(01:02:10) Letting go of ego
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Jordan Rubin is a New York Times bestselling author of The Maker’s Diet, co-founder of Ancient Nutrition, and one of the most recognized voices in natural health. Diagnosed with severe Crohn’s disease at age 19, Jordan turned to biblical nutrition and real food to heal himself. Today, he stewards thousands of acres of regenerative farmland and leads a movement to bring faith, food freedom, and hope back to the forefront of health. His latest project, The Biblio Diet, reclaims God's blueprint for healing in a modern world.
In this episode, Jordan Rubin—founder of Garden of Life and co-founder of Ancient Nutrition—joins Brett and Harry for a powerful conversation on healing, purpose, and the return to biblical nutrition. Jordan shares his battle with Crohn’s disease and how a faith-based, animal-rich diet helped him reclaim his health after years of suffering. He reflects on the legacy of The Maker’s Diet, the role of hope in healing, and why food freedom and faith must be part of the wellness conversation. From raw dairy to regenerative farming, this episode is a masterclass in real food and spiritual resilience.
What we cover:
- Jordan’s recovery from Crohn’s disease using biblical principles
- Raw dairy as a cornerstone of gut healing
- The role of hope in long-term healing
- Raising water buffalo and the future of nutrient-dense farming
- The launch of The Biblio Diet and returning God to the health conversation
Timestamps:
(00:00) The story of how Brett discovered The Maker’s Diet
(02:00) Jordan reflects on starting Garden of Life at age 22
(04:00) The “health coaching tree” and biblical pioneers of wellness
(05:00) Why raw milk, animal foods, and faith were central to Jordan’s recovery
(10:00) The moment Jordan realized he might not return to normal life
(13:00) Faith, suffering, and the power of testimony in healing
(24:00) Why Jordan and Dr. Josh Axe wrote The Biblio Diet
(34:00) Life in a motorhome: raw milk, sun, ocean air, and real food healing
(50:00) Water buffalo nutrition, farming, and why it outclasses beef
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Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy is a globally recognized leader in integrative and functional medicine. She is the founder of the Center for New Medicine and Center for Healing in Irvine, California—two of the largest and most advanced integrative medical clinics in the country. With over 39 years of experience, Dr. Connealy specializes in treating chronic illness and cancer by combining the best of conventional science with natural healing and patient-centered care.
Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy joins us for one of the most important health conversations we've had to date. With nearly four decades at the forefront of integrative cancer care, Dr. Connealy breaks down why chronic illness, cancer, and emotional dysfunction are exploding—and how to reverse the trend by taking radical responsibility for your health. She unpacks her holistic approach to healing—from foundational lifestyle habits like sleep, food, and detox to the spiritual and emotional work often ignored by mainstream medicine.
What we cover:
- Why self-care is the new healthcare
- The great poisoning: environmental toxins and chronic illness
- Foundational habits: sleep, clean food, movement, and hydration
- Preventative testing and how to truly screen for disease
- Why community is medicine and loneliness is a silent killer
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(04:50) A generational health awakening
(07:15) Fertility decline as warning sign
(10:25) Sleep, water, food, and movement
(16:40) Healing emotional trauma
(23:30) Detox tools you can use
(29:45) You are your own clinical trial
(36:00) Redefining spirituality and health
(41:25) Human connection as medicine
(57:15) Preventative care done right
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Scott Hatch is a pastor, church planter, and spiritual mentor based in Austin, Texas. As the founder of Thrive Church, Scott has spent the past decade leading a gritty and grounded ministry built on obedience, presence, and the power of the gospel. He is also Harry’s close friend and pastor, offering wisdom, encouragement, and spiritual direction that has shaped both lives and community in Austin.
In this episode Harry sits down with his pastor and close friend Scott Hatch for a raw and powerful conversation on what it means to walk in deep relationship with God. They cover Scott’s 10 year journey leading Thrive Church, the challenges of staying rooted in a rootless culture, and why obedience not results is the true mark of success. From spiritual discipline to hearing God's voice and embracing the cost of commitment, this episode is a masterclass on following Jesus with depth, courage, and clarity.
What we cover:
- The cost of obedience and staying the course
- Rootedness in an uncommitted culture
- The difference between discipline and intimacy with Jesus
- Leading a church through ups downs and COVID
- The danger of treating God like a transaction
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction and Scott’s return to the show
(03:00) Thrive Church origin and early challenges
(06:00) The unexpected path of obedience
(10:00) What it means to truly hear from God
(14:00) Consumerism vs communion with Jesus
(18:00) Rediscovering the weight of the cross
(24:00) Obedience as the definition of success
(32:00) Building disciplines from intimacy with God
(39:00) Christianity compared to other world religions
(46:00) Kingdom living and the fight of faith
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In this milestone episode, Brett and Harry celebrate 400 episodes by kicking things off with a Q&A from their community covering business, hiring, endurance, and faith. Then they dive into a powerful reflection on the last three years as they unpack how the show started, what’s changed, and the lessons they’ve learned about leadership, risk, and living with conviction.
From the early Ironman days to launching Noble and building Meat Mafia brick by brick, this is a raw look behind the curtain on business, friendship, spiritual growth, and the pursuit of something bigger than yourself.
What we cover:
- Q&A on hiring red flags, business lessons, and early struggles
- Why Ironman was their first test before launching anything
- How personalized cold outreach changed their trajectory
- Building Noble and Meat Mafia at the same time
- What 400 episodes taught them about purpose and success
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro and reflecting on 400 episodes
(03:00) Q&A begins with red flags in hiring and partnerships
(08:30) Top three lessons learned from 399 episodes
(13:30) The power of cold outreach and personalized DMs
(17:00) Redefining success after interviewing 400+ guests
(21:30) Reigniting physical challenge and endurance goals
(26:00) Building business from scratch and the force of will
(30:00) How to build deep community in a new city
(33:00) What it means to build faith and live in obedience
(46:00) Final reflections on growth, identity, and what’s next
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This is a high quality, nutrient packed grass-fed protein powder with colostrum, collagen, and an organ complex (including liver), plus we used beef protein isolate for people who struggle with whey protein or plant protein! Give it a try and let us know what you think!
In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Griggs - founder of The Regenaissance - to break down the first 100 days of the Trump administration and the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. We dive into the real story behind agricultural policy shifts, what's missing from the national conversation around food, and why the future of America's health depends on supporting local farmers and rebuilding from the soil up. From school programs to SNAP reform, to the overlooked role of ranchers in ending chronic disease, this is a deep look at what’s being done - and what still needs to happen.
What we cover:
- What the first 100 days of MAHA reveal
- How agriculture policy is shifting under Trump
- The hidden battles farmers and ranchers still face
- Problems with importing eggs and global food reliance
- Why real food must be the cornerstone of MAHA
Timestamps:
(00:00) First 100 days overview
(05:00) Problems with food policy shifts
(11:00) Brooke Rollins vs RFK focus
(17:00) Food imports and local collapse
(24:00) Victory Gardens and real solutions
(31:00) Schools and food literacy
(37:00) Private vs government action
(44:00) Cultural and spiritual revival
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