The Breaking Normal Podcast

I walked in thinking I was about to interview a chef from Highland City Club…Turns out, I was sitting down with Stewart Ward, a Boulder realtor who grew up in Miami in the 80s and has carved out his own path in the world of Colorado real estate.In this episode we explore: • The number of realtors in Colorado vs. Boulder • How someone like me could make money in Boulder real estate without being a realtor • Why having your own real estate license can be useful for flipping homes, the way Stewart has done in Oregon and the way my brother does in Georgia • Affordable housing in Boulder, land leases, rentals, and luxury homes all existing within blocks of one another • What his home recommendation would be for someone on a budget vs. someone with no budget at all • The “glass castles” and other iconic homes in Boulder and around the world • The types of home features I gravitate toward — gas-burning stoves, mold-free hardwood floors, clean materials, functional layouts • Wood-burning fireplace restrictions in new Boulder homes — and how people try to work around them • How private memberships and other creative structures may play into future housing or property loopholes • His take on the best deal he currently has listed in Boulder • The new hotel developments shaping the next chapter of the cityWe also touched on lifestyle adjustments for newcomers to Colorado’s climate and why Stewart was curious about Tribe Vitamins products for clients adapting to the dryness.Sometimes you think you’re interviewing a chef…Sometimes you end up learning how Boulder real estate really works.Get your hunt on at TribeVitamins.com 🦬🔥

This may be the most Breaking Normal episode we’ve ever recorded — and both the producer and I agree.This conversation traces the evolution of Shawn Heinrichs from growing up in Durban, South Africa — surrounded by landscapes that feel straight out of Avatar — to moving to the mainland United States and excelling at the Wharton School of Business.At one point, Shawn was on the deal of a lifetime with NVIDIA Corporation — now ranked as the most valuable company in the world — and he said no.They came back with a better offer.That’s when he truly walked away.No amount of money was worth abandoning the ocean — the place that felt like home.What followed was nearly a decade as an undercover investigative journalist, exposing some of the darkest industries tied to the sea: whale shark fins, rhino horns, and global poaching operations. His work put him directly in the path of people operating within criminal networks capable of extreme violence — working in the shadows, often out of sight and out of mind.He persevered — until the darkness nearly overwhelmed his own soul.That’s when everything changed.Shawn realized fear doesn’t inspire protection — love does.And instead of telling people what’s wrong with the ocean, he devoted his life to helping people fall in love with it.That evolution led to him founding the global conservation organization Only One. Most recently, he brought to Boulder — with event co-founder and his dear friend Samuel J — Ocean Bloom, a living art and conservation project featuring the musical talents of previous Breaking Normal guest Ayla Nereo.At its core, Ocean Bloom reflects a much deeper philosophy:Expect nothing. Experience everything.In this episode, we go everywhere: • Babysitting a whale for three hours • Kissing a whale shark • Swimming with tiger sharks • Communicating with a baby manta ray underwater that told him,“The ocean doesn’t need saving — it’s time to save yourself.”One of the most unexpectedly Breaking Normal moments came when Shawn became the first guest ever to turn down Tribe Vitamins — not out of judgment, but out of a deeply personal pact with the animal kingdom. He believes the animals know he will never harm them, and in return, they will not only avoid harming him — but invite him into unimaginable, intimate connections with them.It may be one of the most grounded, honest, and compelling reasons for long-term veganism I’ve ever heard — and somehow, he understands Tribe Vitamins and regenerative bison and elk better than most people who actually use the products.Ironically, the one guest who didn’t take the supplements became one of the strongest reflections of the ethos behind them.He did accept the honey.He took the book.And his way of living — expecting nothing and experiencing everything — mirrors the very heart of Breaking Normal.I couldn’t even take notes like I normally do during this conversation.I was too busy listening.This isn’t just an episode.It’s an experience.⸻🔗 EPISODE LINKS📘 Breaking Normal (Book)👉 https://amzn.to/3L7j3sG🦬 Tribe Vitamins👉 https://tribevitamins.com🌊 Shawn Heinrichs • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnheinrichs • Website: https://www.shawnheinrichs.com🐳 Contribute to Shawn’s Mission (Only One)👉 https://only.one/

This episode is a special one. Eagle McMahon is not only one of the most iconic disc golfers on Earth… he’s also one of my favorite humans to watch evolve. From veganism to humanism, from shoulder surgery to a full return of power, from sponsor shifts to Saturn return upgrades—Eagle came through the Breaking Normal Bison Heartquarters ready to fly 🦅We hit the 10 rapid-fire Breaking Normal popcorn questions designed to pull out the real gems, and he delivered. We talked about how the Breaking Normal Podcast has become his go-to listen (with his only advice: make the episodes longer). We explored his upcoming homecoming trip to the Big Island of Hawaii, his work with past Breaking Normal guests like David from Elixium and the power of ancestral superfoods like Shilajit, and how he’s feeling after being one of the very few humans truly happy after shoulder surgery—shoutout to his surgeon Benjamin Sears.One of the most touching parts of the conversation was when Eagle opened up about losing his mom at the age of nine—how it shaped him, how it shaped his dad, and the inner work he’s now exploring to continue deepening his relationship with her spirit. It was raw, real, and one of those moments you don’t forget.We also got into his testosterone journey, changing disc golf sponsors, his wild Saturn return upgrades, and the art of becoming the biggest fan of your friends. We covered his favorite recent Breaking Normal episodes—from Rob Kaplan, Azuraye, Alice at the Goldenhoof, Matt Bernstein, and Benjamin Arthur Duffy, to the entire cast of Breaking Normal legends with some extra respect to Dana White, David Goggins, and his new crushed pepper podcast.And yes… we even talked about his mysterious Eagle Bonuses for Tribe Vitamins.🦬 Get your Eagle Bonus:Add anything from Tribe Vitamins to your cart and use code: EAGLEThis is one of our favorite partnerships ever—and if you’re an Eagle fan, you’re going to want that mystery bonus.⸻FOLLOW EAGLE McMAHON:🕊️ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/eagle_wmcm?igsh=aDl3ZTI4cTFoeDU3&utm_source=qr🎥 YouTube:https://youtube.com/@eaglemcmahon?si=0MypnAUgvnqF_Kch💬 Discord:https://discord.gg/zumNBQ8dy

From South Africa to Tibet to getting barreled in Bali, Jason Hernstad’s pilgrimage reveals why parts of him had to die to truly live. We explore how billionaires can be broke without community, why fighting for good is an everyday practice, and how contemplating death brings us closer to life. Plus, a touch of tallow, synchronicity in Encinitas, and the secret of living: giving.Follow Jason on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jasonhernstad?igsh=MWFlYW9xaDRsdGVj (@JasonHernstad)And visit www.JasonHernstad.comGet your ancestral fuel at TribeVitamins.comGet the book on Audible!https://www.audible.com/pd/Self-Development/Breaking-Normal-Audiobook/B074G49CW2Get the book on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SBC7NC/ref=sr_1_16?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1495314934&sr=1-16&keywords=motivational+self+help+help_________STAY IN TOUCH ↣WEBSITE: http://breakingnormal.com↣FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DanielEisenman↣INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/DanielEisenman↣TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DanielEisenman

In this solo training episode, Tribe Vitamins founder Daniel Eisenman answers 20 key questions to help @amaranthfoods and their team — and anyone passionate about ancestral nutrition — learn how to confidently represent and sell Tribe Vitamins.From why Daniel chose bison and elk over cows, to the deeper story behind “Before fences, there were bison,” this conversation is both an education and an initiation into the world of regenerative, nose-to-tail health.You’ll learn: • What makes bison and elk organs nutritionally and spiritually superior 🦬 • How freeze-drying preserves potency better than spray or heat drying ❄️ • Why liver + heart is a synergistic blend rooted in ancestral wisdom ❤️ • The truth behind “100% grass-fed and grass-finished” 🌿 • How to explain these benefits to curious customers and conscious consumers ✨This training is designed for Amaranth Foods staff and Tribe Vitamins retailers, and also ideal for anyone ready to understand why real vitamins come from real animals.👉 Learn more and shop at www.TribeVitamins.com (https://www.tribevitamins.com)👉 Follow @tribevitamins (https://www.instagram.com/tribevitamins/) and @amaranthfoods (https://www.instagram.com/amaranthfoods/) for more regenerative inspiration

In this Breaking Normal Podcast episode, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Ashish Kothari, the CEO of Happiness Squad (https://happinesssquad.com), to explore what it really means to be “hardwired for happiness.”From Vipassana retreats to neuroscience and mysticism, Ashish unpacks why even billionaires struggle with joy — and how to shift from fear to freedom, from knowing to doing, and from doing to being.They dive deep into:🌦️ Making your own weather🔥 The art of suffering well🌲 Forest bathing & habit building💫 Why gratitude is the gateway to more💭 Deja vu, mindfulness, and the biology of joy💔 How giving beyond your capacity can turn the receiver into a thiefAshish shares how his own “accidental awakening” from anxiety led him to fuse psychology, neuroscience, and ancient wisdom into a practical roadmap for flourishing — not just surviving.🎧 Tune in, breathe deep, and remember: happiness isn’t something to chase… it’s something to remember.🔗 Learn more at HappinessSquad.com (https://happinesssquad.com)🦬 Brought to you by TribeVitamins.com (https://tribevitamins.com) — ancestral nutrition for modern vitality.Get the book on Audible!https://www.audible.com/pd/Self-Development/Breaking-Normal-Audiobook/B074G49CW2Get the book on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SBC7NC/ref=sr_1_16?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1495314934&sr=1-16&keywords=motivational+self+help+help_________STAY IN TOUCH ↣WEBSITE: http://breakingnormal.com↣FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DanielEisenman↣INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/DanielEisenman↣TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DanielEisenman

In this Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Craig Steinfeld — a father, entrepreneur, and poet — to explore what it really means to live on the fringe of ordinary and embrace the mystery of life.Together they journey through:🌌 Divine orchestration through synchronicity🧭 Jungian philosophy and embracing the unknown💫 The idea of interpreting nothing and feeling more🧠 How to keep outer technology from disconnecting us from our inner intelligence🌱 Curiosity as the key to awareness and expansion🏔️ The wealth found in waking up to nature🔥 How entrepreneurship and creativity can coexist in harmony💎 Living with no outcome in mind, and trusting what’s inside to come outCraig shares stories from his journey growing up in Houston, moving to Austin to become who he truly wanted to be, helping scale Blinds.com with his father, running a vitamin shop at UT Austin, and eventually finding home and inspiration in Boulder with his family.This episode explores the balance between structure and surrender — business and art — and how real security is found not in control, but in connection.Follow Craig here:🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/cesteinfeld (https://x.com/cesteinfeld?s=11&t=xXqsZyx3YFZjWshN2OPXpw)💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsteinfeld (https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigsteinfeld?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app)Fueled by:🦬 TribeVitamins.com (https://www.tribevitamins.com) — 100% grass-fed bison liver, heart, testicle, femur creamer, and tallow balm.Before fences, there were bison.

Dr. Miles Nichols, co-founder of MedicineWithHeart.com, joins Daniel Eisenman for a Breaking Normal conversation that dives into the wild edge where health, discomfort, and consciousness meet.From being helicoptered out of a Colorado flash flood to guiding breathwork and ice-cold showers at Burning Man, Miles shares how hormetic stress — the right dose of chaos — can rewire our resilience.💨 Topics We Explore:🔥 Cultivating resilience beyond comfort🧠 Raising dopamine without raising cortisol💧 Detoxing micro & nanoplastics from the body🐝 The healing mystery of Bee Venom Therapy🦠 Where Lyme disease came from💥 Controlled stress vs. traumatic growth💫 Training for life through breath, cold, and courage💔 What happens when young women lose their natural rhythm through birth control or HRT❤️ “It’s fun to learn — especially when your heart is leading the way.”Daniel also asks the Breaking Normal questions that open new dimensions of truth:Who are you really? What’s most alive in you right now?What’s one belief you’ve outgrown?What’s your current edge of comfort — and what happens when you breathe there?⸻🎧 Connect & Learn More:🌐 MedicineWithHeart.com🌐 TribeVitamins.com

What if the secret to mastery is hidden in the way children move — not in how adults train?In this long-awaited Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Matt Bernstein, founder of Ape Co Movement in Boulder, Colorado — a student of movement, father of three, and one of the original disciples of Ido Portal’s philosophy.Matt shares how a single video — Ido Portal on The Paleo Diet, CrossFit, Gymnastics, Motivation – RawBrahs (https://youtu.be/gWSxC3hkQUw), created by Daniel and his brothers years ago and featuring Nahko Bear’s music — completely changed the trajectory of his life. That viral film inspired Matt to train six hours a day, six days a week under Ido Portal in New York City, eventually founding Boulder Movement Collective (2015) and evolving it into Ape Co.From turning down a venture-capital acquisition to realizing that shutting down Ape Co Denver was one of his greatest successes, Matt’s story is about rediscovering movement, humility, and what it means to grow through grace instead of grit.Together they explore: • 🌱 The art of being a gardener, not a carpenter, as a parent and teacher • 💡 Why the journey is the destination • 💫 How grace outweighs grit in growth • 👶 And why children hold the secret to everythingThe episode ends with Daniel unboxing a custom Breaking Normal leather belt — a handcrafted gift from Clayton & Crume (https://claytonandcrume.com) — symbolizing strength, story, and legacy.⸻Follow Matt Bernstein:Instagram → @mattbernstein.apeco (https://www.instagram.com/mattbernstein.apeco)Ape Co Movement → https://apecomovement.comConnect with Daniel Eisenman:Instagram → @danieleisenman (https://www.instagram.com/danieleisenman)Podcast → Breaking NormalTribe Vitamins → https://tribevitamins.com — the world’s most primal, animal-based superfoods 🦬🔥🍯

In this deeply experiential conversation, Joshua J. Holland — a world-traveling biohacker, holistic coach, and leader of the Vivobarefoot Coaching Program — joins Daniel Eisenman (Breaking Normal, Tribe Vitamins) to explore the alchemy between nature, movement, and modern biohacking.The synchronicity started before the mics were even on — both Joshua and Daniel walked into the studio wearing VIVO Barefoot shoes, the 1st reflection of their shared philosophy that nature is the original biohack. That theme wove through the entire conversation as they compared their favorite VIVO models, discussed foot health, and explored how reconnecting to the earth is foundational for human performance.👉 Check out their favorite shoes and learn more at https://www.vivobarefoot.com.Joshua shares how growing up on welfare in small-town Oklahoma and now international co-parenting two children between Hungary and New York has shaped his give-first approach to life. From pro basketball in Qatar and Cancun to training world-class artists, his philosophy of “awareness through experience” shines through every story.Together, Daniel and Joshua dive into:* 🧬 Stacking the hacks: from copper peptide (GHK-Cu) for gray hair to methylene blue, even for topical use — get a discount on all Troscriptions products at https://troscriptions.com/breakingnormal* 👣 Barefoot wisdom: comparing VIVO Barefoot shoes, toe yoga, toe spacers, and his new toe sock line — all grounded in the belief that nature is the ultimate biohack.* 🌎 Global synchronicities: 52 countries and counting — aiming for 100 before he kicks the bucket.* 🦬 Tribe medicine: Tallow, bison testicles, and ancestral superfoods from https://www.TribeVitamins.com — bridging ancient nourishment with modern vitality.* 🧘 Balance, breath, and barefoot leadership: why your nervous system might be your truest metric of success.* 🧠 Books and breakthroughs: The Comfort Crisis, Only the Strong, and the science of staying connected to our primal nature.Joshua’s words are a masterclass in embodiment over theory — a reminder that healing and awareness aren’t always found in the lab but in how we live, move, breathe, and give.Follow Joshua → @joshuajholland (https://www.instagram.com/joshuajholland)Follow Daniel → @DanielEisenman (https://www.instagram.com/danieleisenman)Explore → https://www.TribeVitamins.comdiscount on all Troscriptions products at https://troscriptions.com/breakingnormal

In this Breaking Normal conversation, Daniel Eisenman sits down with Boomer Anderson, CEO of Troscriptions (https://troscriptions.com/breakingnormal) and The Health Optimization Blueprint, to explore the power of the transformative question:“How can I learn from you?”This episode is a deep dive into biohacking, business, and becoming your own experiment. Boomer shares his journey from finance to functional medicine, from the Philippines to Korea, and the differing medical perspectives of managing disease versus optimizing health.Together, Daniel and Boomer discuss:* The science and symbolism of methylene blue* Microdosing, GABA, and the evolving relationship between pharma, nutraceuticals, and glandulars* How bison & elk organs from TribeVitamins.com (https://www.tribevitamins.com) complement the mission of health sovereignty* The mentorship and synergy behind Dr. Ted Achacoso and Dr. Scott Sherr, co-founders of Troscriptions and HOMe/HOPe* Lessons from global partnerships and the art of asking better questionsWhether you’re a CEO, clinician, or curious soul, this episode challenges you to think differently about biology, business, and what it means to truly learn from life itself.Links & Resources:* Explore Troscriptions: https://troscriptions.com/breakingnormal* Tribe Vitamins — ancestral glandulars: www.TribeVitamins.com (https://www.tribevitamins.com)* Boomer’s show: The Health Optimization Blueprint (available on all platforms)

In this Breaking Normal conversation, I sit down with Cheyenne Carter (@msdarcycarter) — psychedelic guide, musician, yoga teacher, and founder of Dose of Vitality (https://doseofvitality.squarespace.com/costa-rica-retreat).We explore:✨ The importance of daily RICHuals and how they connect us to our ancestors.🌞 Walking by faith and trusting that the sun will rise tomorrow.🍄 The healing role of MDMA and psilocybin in retreat settings.🌊 Flowing with river-washed hair and the vitality of clean water.🔮 The synchronicities around Snow Raven and Trevor Hall — and how Cheyenne is literally picking Snow Raven up from the airport the day after this conversation.🐦 Our spontaneous bird-call exchange — from kookaburra to snow raven to hummingbird — and what it revealed about flow and connection.💨 Experiencing Kapalabhati (breath of fire) together and why this ancient practice is so powerful in integration.🌴 Her upcoming Costa Rica retreat and how it compares to my early retreats with my brothers.👉 Follow Cheyenne on Instagram: @msdarcycarter (https://www.instagram.com/msdarcycarter)👉 Apply for her Costa Rica retreat: doseofvitality.squarespace.com/costa-rica-retreat (https://doseofvitality.squarespace.com/costa-rica-retreat)👉 Fuel your vitality with Tribe Vitamins: tribevitamins.com (https://tribevitamins.com)

💡 Special gift for listeners: https://app.inkind.com/refer/XQV7JTEWJoin inKind with Daniel’s link and get $25 free to enjoy at amazing restaurants while supporting local dining.🦌🦬 Learn more at www.TribeVitamins.com — the home of bison liver, elk velvet antler, and other primal, truth-fueled superfoods.🔗 Explore more from Dr. Sam Shay at www.DrSamShay.com, including Fitgenes and functional testing.😂 Watch Dr. Sam’s Comedy Show “NeuroSpicy: Love, Life, & Comedy on the Spectrum” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auxjQWEGFCQ&list=PLbFucTSBmVzhaqaVIyIhDwRKYeiA2ZlEs&index=2)⸻In this powerful and hilarious episode of the Breaking Normal podcast, Daniel sits down with Dr. Sam Shay, DC, IFMCP — a functional medicine practitioner, Fitgenes practitioner, stand-up comic, and truth-seeker who has been tons of podcasts for years. Dr. Sam explains the difference between western medicine and functional medicine as functional medicine guiding people from chronic → normal → optimal health, while western medicine helps people from crisis → stable. We also discuss genetics testing to help people optimize their health and performance. But this conversation takes a deeply personal turn as he shares how living with Asperger’s fuels his relentless dedication to truth — and together they explore the question: Does Daniel have Asperger’s?From there, Daniel and Dr. Sam dive into unforgettable themes: • The genetics of inflammation and why certain people are more prone than others to inflammation. Why comedy is the Trojan horse of truth and laughter the best medicine. • How placebo power depends on the likability and trustworthiness of your doctor. • Microdosing vs. pharmaceuticals — where the real benefits lie. • Commercial dairy vs. raw dairy, cholesterol, and controversial nutrition. • Exercise-induced obesity and the traps of modern fitness. • 23andMe Syndrome vs. the Fitgenes test — cutting through the shiny object distractions. • The alchemy of hormones: IGF-1 from elk velvet antler and testosterone from bison testicles. • What makes a truly great podcast — and the best ones Sam’s ever been on.Raw, funny, and unexpectedly healthy, this episode captures the heart of Breaking Normal: questioning what’s “normal” and laughing our way closer to the truth.

In this episode of the Breaking Normal Podcast, Daniel sits down with Azuraye Wycoff, visionary steward of Yellow Barn Farm (https://www.yellowbarn.farm) in Boulder, Colorado.Together they trace the land’s extraordinary journey — from its roots as Indigenous territory, to it’s initial homesteading in 1865 by the Allen Brothers, to its time as an international equestrian center, and now into a bold new chapter: an incubator for regenerative land, social & economic design. Azuraye shares her personal odyssey — growing up in Boulder, studying international affairs & Chinese at CU & living abroad in China, moving to Boston and accidentally falling into entrepreneurship through Small Haul Movers, and finally receiving a divine call home in the midst of the COVID pandemic in 2020. Just two days after her return, the most destructive fire in North Boulder’s history scorched up to the Yellow Barn property line — a fiery omen that she was here to stay.This conversation explores:    •  How Yellow Barn partner with DAR to plant nearly 10,000 trees over 5 years and regenerate 100 acres with swale-systems, rotational cattle grazing, planting cover crops, & planning perennial food-forest gardens.    •  A growing membership model featuring other BreakingNormal allies like Yoshua Greenfield - with homesteading classes, community meals, co-working in the barn, a shipping container farmstand, and free/discounted events & programming (like 50% off Puffin Sauna Club).    •  The creation of Picky Pig Compost & Stalk Market Distributions for food scrap collection & home delivery of farm-fresh food.    •   How YBF diversifies income streams through a business incubator program, weddings/events, membership and space rentals.    •   Why Azuraye sees Nature as her greatest teacher, and lives by the principles that growth happens at the speed of trust and the only way out is through the soil.Daniel also threads in Tribe Vitamins (https://tribevitamins.com) — from Tallow Balm to Elk Velvet Antler, raw honey, liver, and heart — aligning ancestral superfoods with regenerative farming, resilience, and rewilding health. You can start hunting your own Tribe Vitamins today (and may be coming soon to Yellow Barn’s farmstand!)👉 Listen in to witness Azuraye’s audacious vision for the Yellow Barn Farm — a sanctuary for re-grounding, regeneration, and sovereignty. Check out Yellow Barn Farm on Welcome Wednesdays (https:// yellowbarn.farm/events).Get the book on Audible!https://www.audible.com/pd/Self-Development/Breaking-Normal-Audiobook/B074G49CW2Get the book on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SBC7NC/ref=sr_1_16?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1495314934&sr=1-16&keywords=motivational+self+help+help_________STAY IN TOUCH ↣WEBSITE: http://breakingnormal.com↣FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DanielEisenman↣INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/DanielEisenman↣TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DanielEisenman

On this episode of The Breaking Normal Podcast, I sit down with Sam Church—host of The Transformation Code—to explore what it really means to stop avoiding, to unlock true presence, and to break free from the hustle myth.We dive into: • The hidden costs of chasing success • How to transform avoidance into authentic connection • Why presence creates power, and power leads to purpose • The boldest “Breaking Normal” decisions Sam has lived through • The role of breathwork, psychedelics, and raw honesty in personal evolutionThis is a conversation packed with insights that challenge the norms, rewire perspective, and inspire action.🔗 Connect with Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samchurchofficial?igsh=NDR2NDY2ZGE3MzI1🦬 Fuel your journey with Tribe Vitamins: tribevitamins.com

In this Breaking Normal Podcast episode, I sit down with my producer and friend Yovel Peretz (founder of Let’s Do Podcast), to dive deep into his remarkable journey: • At 15 years old, Yovel visited Miami with his father and dreamed of building a business in America one day. • That same year, he began applying for the Israeli Defense Force Special Forces, ultimately breaking records with 52 pull-ups in a row and 144 dips in a row. • He shares his experiences on the front lines in Gaza, the brutal selection process that whittles 20,000 applicants into just a few hundred, and the mindset it takes to survive and thrive. • We unpack his insight that: “Israelis drive 20 minutes to war. Americans fly 20 hours to war.” • Yovel reflects on the wild spectacle of Burning Man, calling it the most extravagant subculture he’s ever witnessed. • We talk about the Sunday pull-up pyramid we host together, and why true competition is really true cooperation. • The conversation flows into what it means to be a real man, the role of beauty in modern culture, and the uncomfortable but necessary questions of our time—from Boulder to Israel.As always, we end with some of the most Breaking Normal questions that crack open new ways of seeing the world. This was easily one of my favorite conversations yet.👉 Get your tallow, bison, and elk organs at TribeVitamins.com👉 Start your own podcast journey with Yovel at LetsDoPodcast.

Rob Kaplan’s story begins in Gary, Indiana, a place once known as the murder capital of America, and winds all the way to Boulder, Colorado, where he became a fire captain, small business owner, and now a candidate for City Council. In this episode, Rob shares how growing up in a tough environment gave him the skills of “verbal judo,” how he got his start in real estate by buying sheriff sale homes, and what eventually drew him to Boulder in search of health, sunshine, and community.We dive into the lessons he learned from nearly two decades in fire service—where life safety was always the first priority—and how those lessons now shape his vision for leadership and public policy in Boulder. Rob opens up about his first political awakening, the gaps he discovered in fire response systems, and his passion for making local government more responsive, transparent, and effective.We also explore hot-button topics like wildfire mitigation, housing affordability, small business survival, and even what it means to be a good listener in leadership. Along the way, Rob reflects on his journey as a drummer, bike shop owner, and father, and shares what he hopes his legacy as a Boulder leader will be.If you care about Boulder’s future—or just want to hear how danger, leadership, and synchronicity come together in one man’s Breaking Normal path—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.—Highlights from this conversation: • Growing up in Gary, Indiana, and learning survival through connection • Real estate lessons from sheriff sales and keeping communities intact • Moving to Boulder for health, sunshine, and opportunity • Nearly 20 years of service at Boulder Rural Fire, and why fire taught him about politics • The importance of wildfire mitigation and what homeowners can do now • Running for Boulder City Council: motivations, challenges, and hopes for change • Housing, business vitality, and why listening is leading • Stories of resilience, risk, and responsibility in leadership—Connect with Rob Kaplan:🌐 robforboulder.comConnect with Daniel Eisenman:@DanielEisenmanwww.TribeVitamins.com

Over 200 episodes later, JP Sears returns to the Breaking Normal Podcast—the very first guest to ever grace the show, now back in this intimate living room edition with host Daniel Eisenman. What follows is a wide-ranging, unfiltered, and deeply human conversation about transformation, health, and the courage to let go of “good” in pursuit of “great.”JP shares why he’s been on TRT for six years, why he chooses Bolt with MCT oil instead of the standard cottonseed oil, and how it fuels his confidence and energy. They talk sauna sessions, pull-ups, and how discipline meets play in the pursuit of strength. They dive into co-parenting, personal divorces, and the resilience it takes to move through life’s transitions with integrity and humor.The two reminisce about their journeys through Kauai, Byron Bay, Sunshine Coast (British Columbia), Encinitas, Austin, Charleston, and Costa Rica, while weaving in stories about long-time friends Dustin Thomas, Jordan Bowditch, and Callum Schallenberger. JP opens up about his creative “good divorce” from Callum, his willingness to leave behind a thriving comedy career, and the truth behind the saying, “Man plans, God laughs.”And yes—JP finally gets his hands on Tribe Vitamins’ legendary Bison Tallow Balm, admitting it’s the best he’s ever used. Don’t miss this chance to “get your hunt on” at TribeVitamins.com (https://tribevitamins.com).Learn more about JP Sears at AwakenWithJP.com (https://awakenwithjp.com)Listen to Daniel and JP read international best selling book Breaking Normalhttps://amzn.to/4mGjMyx⸻#JPSears #BreakingNormal #DanielEisenman #AwakenWithJP #TribeVitamins #BisonTallowBalm #TRT #HormoneHealth #MCTOil #SaunaLife #PullUps #PushUps #CoParenting #DivorceRecovery #GoodDivorce #ManPlansGodLaughs #Kauai #ByronBay #Encinitas #Charleston #CostaRica #AustinLife #SunshineCoast #DustinThomas #JordanBowditch #CallumSchallenberger #PersonalGrowth #MensHealth #Confidence #Energy #Consistency #LettingGoForGreat

From the depths of depression to the cover of Playgirl, Ben’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Breaking Normal, we explore how his time in overseas “paradise” left him isolated and struggling—until surrendering to the possibility of staying stuck cracked open his heart. What followed was a deep dive into Buddhist principles, self-development, and a “glow and grow with the flow” lifestyle that’s reshaping every corner of his life.We go far beyond the surface—covering everything from the philosophy of becoming “better looking” to transforming insecurities into beauty symbols, à la Marilyn Monroe’s iconic mole. Ben opens up about the art and meaning of his Playgirl cover shoot, which has already been photographed and will be released in October, the raw Buddhism of being naked, and the deeper psychology behind how he now interacts with women.We also dive into his adventures ahead—Burning Man, Unison Fest, and beyond—plus why he chooses psychedelics over drinking, the lessons he’s learned from past relationships, and how Buddhist philosophy shapes his modern-day lifestyle.What starts as a conversation about looks and modeling quickly reveals itself as a deep, playful, and refreshingly real exploration of transformation—inside and out.Connect with Ben:    •    Instagram: @duffdaddy100 (https://www.instagram.com/duffdaddy100)    •    YouTube: Perception Architect (https://m.youtube.com/@PerceptionArchitect)Stock up on ancestral super Foods at www.tribevitamins.com

In this Breaking Normal conversation, Dr. Christine Smith opens up in ways that go far beyond health data or protocols. Through a series of rapid-fire, curiosity-driven questions, we explore everything from the hidden injuries that silently drain vitality, to the overlooked body signals that whisper “something’s off,” to the myths about healing that hold us back.Our exchange moves fluidly between the physical and the philosophical—diving into subconscious rewiring, the strange beliefs people carry without realizing it, and even the big, playful question of who she was before the sperm met the egg. Along the way, Christine shares the moment she stopped trying to fit into any narrative and simply started speaking her truth—a shift that sparked quantum leaps in both her business and her life.One of her strongest convictions surfaces again and again: the modern healthcare system’s lack of touch. For Christine, touch is not just comforting—it’s medicine, a missing link that could transform patient care and human connection.This is a journey through depth, vulnerability, and empowerment, all tied together by a commitment to living—and healing—authentically.Connect with Dr. Christine Smith:    •    Website: depthwellness.com (https://www.depthwellness.com)    •    Instagram: @drchristinesmith (https://www.instagram.com/drchristinesmith)Get the book on Audible!https://www.audible.com/pd/Self-Development/Breaking-Normal-Audiobook/B074G49CW2Get the book on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SBC7NC/ref=sr_1_16?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1495314934&sr=1-16&keywords=motivational+self+help+help_________STAY IN TOUCH ↣WEBSITE: http://breakingnormal.com↣FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DanielEisenman↣INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/DanielEisenman↣TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DanielEisenman