The HigherUp Podcast

The HigherUp Podcast has one mission - to share easily implementable ways to improve your life. The host of this podcast is Michael Smoak, or HigherUpWellness on social media. I will be breaking down concepts and principles in the health and wellness space that are often complex and convoluted into easily digestible, actionable steps that you can do for low or no cost. This podcast will be a combination of solo episodes and interview episodes of guests who embody the HigherUp lifestyle.

A Guide To Planning Your Life in 2026 | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 68

Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments!New Coaching offer coming in January. I am excited to work with you to become world class communicators.Save 15% on Dream Products with Code HU | Dreamrecovery.ioGet Whoop free for a month | https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/

12-25
23:44

6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Social Media | The HigherUp Podcast Ep.67

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12-05
19:46

5 Tips to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 66

Try WHOOP free for a month | https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/Dream Recovery Sleep Products | Dreamrecovery.ioDrop your #Stepcheck in the comments!

11-19
20:13

Follower Q&A | The HigherUp Podcast. Ep. 65

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11-06
32:02

My Health Struggles, Supplement Stacks, and The Holiday Lock In | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 64

Drop your #StepCheck in the comments!Try Whoop free for a month and support ya boy | https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/Code HU on Dream Recovery Products | Dreamrecovery.ioIn this episode, I break down how to stay on track during the holidays, my supplement protocol, and my current health status. If you are on Spotify or Apple, be sure to follow and rate the show. If you are on YouTube, subscribe to the channel so we can get the message to more people.

10-29
20:09

6 Changes I Made To Create Success In My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 63

Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments.The 6 Changes I made to create success in my life. - Sales Skills - Life is a game- Financial Discipline / Entrepreneur basics- Ask for it- Everything is my fault - Relationship with God

10-23
35:50

Throwback Episode: 5 Personal Beliefs That Changed My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 62

IM GOING ON TOUR: Next 1/2 Day in person event is in Atlanta, GA October 24th. Get your tickets at higherupwellness.com/tour-infoDrop Your #StepCheck in the comments and dont forget to rate the show if you are on Spotify, or Subscribe if you are on YouTube!This week I wanted to try something new. This is actually a re-upload of Ep. 11 of the show. But this Podcast has grown a lot since then, and some of you may not have listened to earlier episodes. So, I picked one of my best performing episodes to share with all the new folks, and re-share with the OGs. Hope you like it!

10-08
29:18

Follower Q&A: Grief, Relationships, Faith, and More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 61

Atlanta & Austin Tickets Oct. 24 and Dec. 4-6 | Higher Up X ImpaktDream Recovery Code HU | Dream Recovery - Performance Sleep ProductsIn this episode, I answered your questions. Let me know what you thought and drop your #StepCheck in the comments.

09-30
01:10:49

The Life Changing Power of Great Sleep W/ Todd Anderson | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 60

Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments!Today I sit down with Todd Anderson, Former NFL Athlete and Current CEO of Dream Recovery. We discuss the importance of sleep per the clinical research, and how to get a higher quality of sleep through lifestyle and supplementation. Code HU on Dream Recovery | Performance Silk Sleep Mask | Dream Recovery Join my coaching community |Higherupwellness.com/bio Get 1 month free with WHOOP |https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/

09-15
57:20

Chris Voss: How To Master the Art of Negotiation | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 59

I am hosting in person workshops starting September 5th! Link below to learn more. Higher Up X ImpaktDrop your #Stepcheck in the comments!Today I sat down with Chris Voss. The former head of Hostage Negotiation and Member of the Counter Terrorism Unit for the FBI. His book, Never Split The Difference, has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. This episode is a masterclass on understanding how negotiation fits into our every day lives.

09-02
57:41

How To Shift Your Identity and Get "Unstuck" W/ Nick Komodina | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 58

If you liked todays episode,get your tickets to our in person workshops in below! Tampa - September 5thAtlanta - October 24Austin - December 4-6https://higherupwellness.com/tour-info?fbclid=PAZnRzaAMVVOpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp6OvRR9htILCg5gBlsTXJ0yVAn8cNrWHWGdpWDJE4uDBpcL7GfZSRyrO89CF_aem_tEfa_S8Ao0-ACiRo1i4xIg

08-22
01:01:03

From Beating Addiction to Running Across America w/ Kallup McCoy | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 57

Im doing 3 in person seminars in Tampa, Atlanta, and Austin! Hit the link below to grab your ticket and learn more. Higher Up X ImpaktDrop your #Stepcheck in the comments Donate to Kallup’s foundation:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/23e5729d-60d5-4d70-9e7c-2c8bf3454b60I had the chance to sit down with Kallup McCoy, the man who ran across America. to discuss his story coming from addiction, the death of his father, to becoming a sub 3 marathoner

08-14
54:51

How Physical Health Will Drive Your Success | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 56

Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! This is a speaking event I had the opporunity to take on last month. If you would like to book me for your business to come speak, email mgmt@higherupwellness.com

08-04
33:07

How to "Do the Work" to Become Who You Want To Be W/ Quinlan Walther | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 55

Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Today I sit down with Quinlan Walther. A true titan in the self development and personal growth space. We break down how to do the deep work we all fear and what freedom lies on the other side of that. I hope you enjoy. Quinlans Socials below.@Quinlanwalther on all platforms

07-25
01:12:26

Optimizing Muscle Growth, Fat Loss, Follower Q&A W/ OB Health Fit | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 54

DM me "FIT" If you want to join my coaching community and become a client! Drop your #stepcheck in the comments.Today we sit down with a true expert and one of my best friends, Dylan. We answer your questions as well as some of my own. He discusses how to optimize muscle building, fat loss, and how to build a business on social media as well as a whole lot more.

07-17
01:09:45

Prolonged Fasting: How I Do it and Why | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 53

Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! Join my coaching | higherupwellness.com

06-26
21:52

How to Take The Power Back in Your Life With Haley Cordova | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 52

Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments! Today I had the chance to sit down with Haley Cordova. She is known on Socials as @fueledbyfitness, and has powerful, profound perspectives on how to overcome anxiety, mental health struggles, and build a life that your proud of. Let me know what you thought of the episode and be sure to like, rate, follow, and subscribe so we can get the message to more people.

06-23
01:03:29

Greg O'Gallagher : Kinobody, 3 Lifts Per Week & How to Get Lean Easily | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 51

Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode we are joined by Greg O'gallagher, the founder of Kinobody. Frankly, this episode is a bro out. If you are interested in two guys chatting about training and nutrition in depth, this is the episode for you. Greg's Socials | @gregogallagher on all socials

06-16
01:10:41

How to Optimize Your Life Through Supplementation W/ Justin Kelly | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 50

Happy 50 episodes! Thank you all so much for being here. Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments!Justin Kelly is a prominent health and wellness influencer and the founder of PRSPR Wellness, a platform dedicated to holistic nutrition and functional medicine. With a Master's degree from USC and clinical ICU training, Justin specializes in personalized nutrition strategies aimed at healing the gut, balancing hormones, and achieving sustainable weight loss. His approach combines evidence-based science with practical lifestyle changes, empowering individuals to reclaim their health without restrictive diets or quick fixes. Through PRSPR Wellness, Justin offers top of the line supplements to empower clients to get the most out of their health. Justins socials | @jkelly6_ on IG @trainwithjk on TikTok

06-06
01:08:27

Disspelling Myths of the Modern Fitness Industry w/ Travis Chappell | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 49

Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! This episode is a little different. It is a sneak peak of my time on the podcast "Travis Makes Friends" With Travis Chappell. I encourage you to go to his channel on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts on to go check out the full conversation! Travis' Socials | @Travischappell on Tiktok and Instagram, @travismakesfriends on Tiktok and instagram for the show.

05-28
20:41

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