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Jillian Michaels is renowned for transforming lives. Her fearless honesty, passion, and extensive knowledge on health, fitness, and nutrition have made her America’s go to motivator and wellness expert for the past two decades.
This new format features an impressive lineup of guests and broadens the conversation to tackle the tough topics which matter the most in helping us better understand ourselves and the world around us.
Through in-depth discussions and short form content, Jillian brings valuable insights, inspiring life stories, and actionable advice from leading thinkers, innovators, and change makers in a variety of fields. Her guests aren’t just experts they’re pioneers who’ve reshaped their industries and the way we think. From medicine to mental health, groundbreaking science to current events, relationships to career she explores the frontiers of knowledge and personal development that changes lives.
In an era where we’re inundated with conflicting information and compromised narratives, "Keeping It Real" stands out as trusted resource that informs, inspires, and empowers its audience. A forum where the power of dialogue and diverse perspectives reigns supreme and the information shared is actionable for everyone.
Tune in, stay curious, and be fearless. Join Jillian and her guests on a journey of growth, comradery, and candor. Together, we can navigate the complexities of our time, break down barriers, and unlock the potential for a better tomorrow!
PREVIOUS GUESTS HAVE INCLUDED: Lindsay Vonn. Tony Robbins. Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Suze Orman. Dr. Peter Attia. Lisa Ling. Gary Vee. And many more.
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1In this explosive episode, Bill O’Reilly joins Jillian to tackle one of the most urgent questions of our time — is America on the brink of repeating the darkest chapters of history?Drawing from his new book Confronting Evil, O’Reilly lays out chilling parallels between the rise of totalitarian regimes of the past and the political radicalism infecting America today. From street mobs to online echo chambers, he exposes how propaganda has gone on steroids in the age of social media, and how truth itself is being weaponized.O’Reilly doesn’t hold back — he calls out Democratic leaders like Gavin Newsom and J.B. Pritzker for fueling lawlessness, ignoring federal statutes, and turning moral cowardice into political currency. He warns of the radical left’s march toward socialism, embodied by figures like Zohran Mamdani, and makes the case that unchecked ideology always ends the same way — with chaos and control.This isn’t nostalgia or fear-mongering — it’s a reality check from one of America’s most seasoned truth-tellers, connecting the dots between history’s monsters and today’s moral drift.If you care about freedom, accountability, and the fight for America’s soul — don’t miss this one.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dave Rubin—host of The Rubin Report—joins us for a detailed breakdown of the plan: what’s actually in those 20 points, what history tells us about their chances, and how the narratives are already being spun on both sides. We cut through the headlines to reveal the devil in the details—and what this deal could really mean for the future of the Middle East.Dave also opens up about his friendship with Charlie Kirk, and we widen the lens to tackle one of the biggest challenges of our time: misinformation. From propaganda to political gaslighting, how do we separate truth from fiction before it tears us apart?This episode is part political analysis, part history lesson, and part personal reflection—designed to give you clarity on what’s truly at stake.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jillian Michaels and investigative journalist James Li engage in a good-faith dialogue on Gaza: the homan toll, the information war, and how to disagree without dehumanizing. Then, they go deep on California policy scandals—from waste and fraud to the perverse incentives behind them. Plus, they address the most dangerous health cover-ups that shape what information the public is and isn’t told. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From the battlefields of the Middle East to the struggles of American families at home, journalist Leland Vittert brings his signature insight and unflinching honesty to the conversation. In this episode, we cover everything from shifting alliances in Gaza and Iran, to the political battles playing out in Washington, Kennedy and the Autism debates. Leland also opens up about his deeply personal journey, captured in his forthcoming book Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, A Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism. This is not the soundbite version you’ll hear on cable news — it’s raw, wide-ranging, and reveals the human stories behind the headlines.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
You know Rob Riggle as the hilarious comedian from The Daily Show and countless films—but there’s another side you’ve never heard. In this explosive conversation, Rob opens up about his years as a U.S. Marine, his experience on 9/11, and the reality of America’s forever wars. We dig into the culture clashes reshaping the country, from COVID vaccine mandates to the rise of woke ideology, and why he believes comedy—and courage—matter more than ever. Unfiltered, raw, and thought-provoking, this is Rob Riggle like you’ve never seen him before.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who really profits when children are diagnosed with gender dysphoria? In this explosive episode, we uncover the billion-dollar transgender medical industry—from puberty blockers and hormone therapies to surgeries and lifelong treatments. Follow the money trail and discover how powerful institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and medical providers are fueling one of the fastest-growing sectors in healthcare. Is this about compassion and care, or about cash and control? Join Jillian Michaels and Chris Moritz as they break down the economics, expose the incentives, and ask the tough questions no one else will.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Max Lugavere—NYT bestselling author of Genius Foods and brain-health crusader—joins us to reveal the secrets to living longer, sharper, and stronger. From food-as-medicine hacks that have gone viral to his provocative take on MAHA (Make America Healthy Again), Max brings the science and the controversy. We dig into shocking new twists in Alzheimer’s research, why everything you thought you knew about brain health might be wrong, and the cutting-edge discoveries that could change how you eat, age, and thrive forever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Unlock your body’s full potential as Jillian Michaels sits down with Thomas DeLauer to break down peptides, HRT, psychedelics, gene editing, supplements, and more. Discover the science behind human upgrades, longevity hacks, and peak performance in this no-BS conversation. Your blueprint to Humans 2.0 starts now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
California is collapsing—but is it by design? Jillian Michaels and Chris Moritz dive deep into how Governor Gavin Newsom’s policies, DA George Gascón’s soft-on-crime approach, cartel-driven fentanyl pipelines, and exploding homelessness are accelerating the fall of America’s biggest blue cities. We explore the shocking theories behind land grabs, constant wildfires, rolling blackouts, and whether foreign influence—including Newsom’s alleged CCP ties—is driving a quiet takeover of California real estate and infrastructure.From cartels to corruption, climate cash to chaos, this episode exposes the possibility that California’s downfall isn’t an accident—it’s a blueprint for urban collapse nationwide. Is your city next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pediatrician Dr Joel Gator Warsh who also holds and MS in epidemiology joins Jillian to have a deep thoughtful nuanced discussion about vaccines. Dr Warsh presents ALL the research and evidence behind each vaccine on the CDC schedule. He tackles the Covid shot debate head on. We explore the different types of vaccine science, the schedule in which kids are given vaccines, adjuvants (mercury, aluminum), the debate over herd immunity, and more. From vaccine injuries like myocarditis to MMR and Hep B safety it’s all in here. Including any connections to auto immune, autism, asthma etc. If you are skeptical curious or confused about vaccines this show is a much watch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Piers Morgan joins Keeping It Real for an explosive, truly Uncensored conversation.We dive into:- Insight into Trump based of their long personal relationship.-His most jaw-dropping interviews with world leadersThe one person he still dreams of interviewingHis wild Kanye West showdownWhy Meghan Markle is still on his radarHis fiery debates with Tucker Carlson on the Middle EastPiers’ top advice for achieving your goals and building successThis is Piers Morgan —raw, unfiltered, and brutally honest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Grant Cardone went from a dead broke addict to building a multi-billion dollar empire! And in this wild episode, he reveals exactly how you can do it too. He demolishes the biggest lies you’ve been told about money, debt, and success—and lays out the simple, aggressive path to getting debt-free and massively wealthy fast. Whether you’re starting at zero or just stuck in neutral, this is your blueprint to 10X everything. Plus, Grant exposes the real reasons behind California’s decline and imminent land grab due to devastating wild fires.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ex CIA operative, Andrew Bustamante joins Jillian to discuss everything from Esptein to Edward Snowden, regime changes, the surveillance state to the future of AI in surveillance. Then, real-world spycraft you can use to get the things you want. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jillian sits down with Keith Knight, author of Domestic Imperialism, to unpack how the United States—once the beacon of liberty—has quietly transformed into an empire that rules its own people. Knight argues that global elites and entrenched bureaucrats have hijacked the system, using domestic policy as a weapon to control citizens, enrich themselves, and erase the very principles this country was founded on.We explore how globalists siphon off taxpayer dollars through endless wars, bloated government programs, and corporate bailouts—while average Americans are left footing the bill. We discuss the difference between governing and ruling, how power is inherently parasitic, and why inflation, regulation, and surveillance are tools of control, not protection. Knight lays out a compelling case that the Constitution has become little more than a suggestion, and that the modern American citizen is treated more like a managed asset than a sovereign individual. Whether you're a libertarian, conservative, or just someone who feels the system no longer serves the people this conversation is a must listen!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Journalist and Free Press founder Bari Weiss joins Jillian to unpack the geopolitical firestorm surrounding Israel—from the war in Gaza to the 12 day war with Iran, and how America’s foreign policy is shifting in real time. We dig into why antisemitism is exploding globally—from college campuses to international institutions—and what it reveals about the new moral order shaping the West. Bari breaks down the double standards in media coverage, the erasure of Israeli trauma, and the ideological forces driving a growing hostility toward the Jewish state.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jillian Michaels sits down with Fox & Friends host Ainsley Earhardt to talk about the collapse of mainstream media, Trump’s battle with the press, and the dangerous rise of partisan propaganda.From Trump’s war with the press to 2024 election spin, whistleblowers being silenced, and how the public is being played - if you care about the future of conservative media, this one’s for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jillian Michaels sits down with historian and political commentator Victor Davis Hanson to expose the real-world consequences of liberal fantasy policies — DEI's erosion of meritocracy, crippling costs of open borders, systemic indoctrination and more.Then, we tackle the Daryl Cooper controversy, Putin’s endgame in Ukraine, Trump’s stance on Iran, and how the elite class has abandoned the working American. Is systemic racism a myth? Can tariffs and economic nationalism save a crumbling civilization? Or are we already too far gone?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
If you’re suffering from an auto immune condition this show is a MUST LISTEN. Dr. Aly Cohen is a triple board-certified physician in rheumatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine, and a nationally recognized expert in environmental health. She has successfully treated everything from Rheumatoid Arthritis, MS, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, IBS / IBD, Graves Disease, Eczema, Psoriasis and more. In this episode she explains what causes these conditions are how to reverse them! She Explains:▫️How To Determine The The Most Common Chemicals In Food That Can Trigger Autoimmune Flare-Ups▫️Strategies To Managing Sleep That Mitigate Toxic Burden And Inflammation▫️Creating Detoxifying Recipes to Calm Inflammation▫️How Everyday Household Products Quietly Fuel Autoimmune DiseasesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Batya Ungar-Sargon joins Jillian to break down what Trump’s really doing—and it’s not just trolling the left. From declaring war on Ivy League gatekeepers to taking on the Supreme Court over illegal immigration, his latest moves are a full-scale assault on the ruling class. Batya unpacks how this isn’t about left vs. right—it’s about elites vs. everyone else. We get into Trump’s Middle East strategy, the realignment of the working class, and why the media still refuses to admit what’s happening: the people are waking up—and the elites are losing their grip.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Unleashed, unfiltered, and hilarious. Jeff Dye joins Jillian to rip into wokism and culture wars—from race baiting and gender ideology to body positivity, cancel mobs, and virtue-signaling elites. - nothing is off the table and no one is left unscathed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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sad to hear her become this
Way to stick to the company line, Ainsley...you absolute hack.
O'Reilly wrongly portrayed the VAT in Europe as a tax on American products. It's a tax on all products from everywhere including Germany itself.
could you do a show with Brianna Wu (who might be the only hope of the Democratic Party, if it has one)?
I've been a fan since Biggest Loser and KFI show. Unfortunately, you seem to be part of the MAGA Cult and I gotta pull the plug. I'm bummed 😞
how do you have a podcast called Keeping It Real and then have Lara Trump on?
this was a really interesting topic for me but I couldn't listen to it until the end because of all the interruptions. Jillian, I love you but you gotta let your guests talk man!
nah ...on skims.... Kim k doesn't need my money. She is part of the machine
I find it difficult to take you seriously when you can't pronounce medullary or Wegovy. It's not Wegvoy! Do your research before giving advice.
this is my first podcast that I have listened to. from Jillian Michaels. I have many others downloaded, and I am looking forward to listening to them. excellent guest. I really wish Jillian would speak a little less, stop interrupting her and let her speak.
Loved this topic and love you Jillian but you kept interrupting and they never finished talking about the canned food😂 I guess I have to buy the book!!
This was awesome...
it's not who I am ..I agree 100% I often say this I am not a sugar coater
THIS. THIS. THIS. AMEN!!!!!! This might be the best podcast episode I've ever listened to. Thank you a million times over for COMMON SENSE. I'm so disgusted with the ignorance of society. I've checked out politically and just want people to be kind to each other. Thank you.
Jillian--NOoo! The previous blue podcast picture was better!!! The newer red one looks early 2000's. Please switch back! 😝🙏
misleading title
can I borrow your mom...❤ she's awesome...I lost my mom just over 13yrs ago and I think about her every day...time will help 🤗
is Janis back
yes,yes,yes yogurt works I've done kefir. Dr's are not always right
omg jillian thats my favorite era i love the clothes and the music is my all time favorite. 😍