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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss building a personal brand with Devon Levesque. We discussed:(00:00) Intro - Devon introduces the importance of building relationships through shared experiences and challenges, like climbing mountains or doing hard workouts together(02:47) Devon's early life and career- Attended military academy in high school, played sports in college- Started promoting and bartending at bars/clubs to make money, brought in hundreds of people- Dropped out of college to pursue managing a hotel nightclub at the W, hosted famous athletes and built connections- Brief stint in the restaurant industry that didn't work out(09:03) Transition into personal training- At age 24, decided to become a personal trainer after advice from a friend- Got first few clients in an apartment building, got a quick online certification - Built up a successful training business working with high-profile clients in NYC- Key insight: high-powered people like being pushed hard and told what to do by an authority figure- Eventually sold the training company and meal prep business (14:09) Lessons learned in early career- If something seems too good to be true, it probably is - success doesn't come that easy- Diversify your revenue streams - Work with people you love and enjoy the journey, don't get caught up in the rat race- Be present(16:44) Transition into brand building and investing- Always interested in the psychology of marketing and consumer behavior - Started providing more value to brands beyond just social media posts - capital, distribution, events, etc.- Formed DML Group to invest in and grow promising consumer brands- Brought together experienced advisors like Ryan Loen who have successfully exited major brands- Invests in brands they believe are category leaders - Super Coffee, Alipop, Beam, Promix(21:01) Devon's superpowers- Ability to ask the right questions and connect the right people together- Stems from his background in creating networks and communities (23:04) Keys to brand success- Having the right partners in place - legal, distribution, formulation, marketing - Authentically communicating the founder's vision across all touchpoints- Devon will only work with a founder if he feels he could grab a beer with them and deeply connectKey Takeaways:- Building genuine relationships through shared challenges is powerful - Don't expect overnight success, diversify revenue, and enjoy the journey- Provide real value to brands beyond just promotion- Invest in authentic founders and category leading products- Align all partners to communicate a consistent brand vision

Chase is an entrepreneur revolutionizing the fabric and pillow industry through his company, The Woolshire. He began his journey into organic, non-toxic bedding inspired by his family's needs. The Woolshire prioritizes high-quality, American-made products, emphasizing transparency and ethical sourcing.Key topics discussed:Benefits of using natural and organic materials in products (e.g., wool pillows).The impact of synthetic materials on health and well-being.The importance of sleep quality and how it affects overall health.Strategies for managing time and avoiding social media distractions to improve mental health.Integrating faith and mindfulness practices into daily routines for holistic well-being.Timestamps:(00:00) - Discussing Business Distribution Strategies(04:00) - Importance of Twitter for Entrepreneurs(09:00) - Balancing Family Life and Entrepreneurship(12:00) - Managing Time and Social Media Distractions(16:00) - Personal Journey to Orthodox Christianity(18:00) - Faith as a Foundation in Business(23:00) - Learning from Traditional Practices*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with The Woolshire:WebsiteInstagramTwitterConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Chase is an entrepreneur revolutionizing the fabric and pillow industry through his company, The Woolshire. He began his journey into organic, non-toxic bedding inspired by his family's needs. The Woolshire prioritizes high-quality, American-made products, emphasizing transparency and ethical sourcing.Key topics discussed:Transition from synthetic to natural fabrics.Inspiration from providing safe bedding for his family.Challenges in sourcing and manufacturing American-made fabrics.Impact of globalization on product quality and ethics.Role of social media in building a loyal customer base.Timestamps:(00:00) Revolutionizing Fabric Quality(10:22) Dreaming Big(22:19) Supply Chain Transparency in Pillow Industry(27:25) Twitter Marketing Success Story*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with The Woolshire:WebsiteInstagramTwitterConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

David and Brad are the co-founders of MANNA Vitality. MANNA Vitality is a health supplement company, sourcing its high-quality ingredients from the Himalayas and the Dead Sea, including Ormus, Shilajit and ocean minerals. David and Brad embarked on a journey 10 years ago with the intentions for self-actualization, which eventuated in their discovery & creation of MANNA, which combines ancient wisdom with modern science. Their mission is to provide an all-in-one supplement that maximizes health potential through natural ingredients, reflecting their commitment to quality, spiritual growth, and holistic wellness.Ket topics discussed:The role of personal growth and self-discovery in the entrepreneurial journey.High-quality ingredients like Shilajit and ocean minerals.Commitment to uncompromising standards and product quality.Balancing business growth with maintaining personal relationships.Leveraging customer feedback, influencer marketing, strategies for bootstrapping, logistics and supply chain.Timestamps:(00:00) Authenticity, Storytelling, and Empowering Others(08:18) Commitment to Quality in Business(17:20) The Power of Friendship in Business(24:16) Navigating Intensity and Manufacturing Challenges(36:10) Customer Service and Brand Growth(41:33) Long-Term Vision for Business Growth(48:27) Building Brotherhood and Creating Magic*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with MANNA Vitality:InstagramWebsiteFacebookConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

David and Brad are the co-founders of MANNA Vitality. MANNA Vitality is a health supplement company, sourcing its high-quality ingredients from the Himalayas and the Dead Sea, including Ormus, Shilajit and ocean minerals. David and Brad embarked on a journey 10 years ago with the intentions for self-actualization, which eventuated in their discovery & creation of MANNA, which combines ancient wisdom with modern science. Their mission is to provide an all-in-one supplement that maximizes health potential through natural ingredients, reflecting their commitment to quality, spiritual growth, and holistic wellness.Ket topics discussed:Integrating spiritual and physical health through high-quality natural supplements.David and Brad’s decade-long journey blending ancient wisdom with modern biohacking.Rigorous sourcing of potent ingredients like Himalayan Shilajit and Dead Sea minerals.Overcoming challenges to leave successful careers for a wellness-focused mission.The impact of personal growth and spiritual practices on creating Manna Vitality.Timestamps:(00:00) Founders' Personal and Business Development(10:07) Finding Faith and Fulfillment in Change(20:58) Navigating Risk Tolerance and Entrepreneurship(27:54) Living in Alignment With Purpose(39:43) First Experience With Shilajit(45:32) Global Availability of Rare Product*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with MANNA Vitality:InstagramWebsiteFacebookConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

On this episode of the podcast, we chat with our good friend Gregg Schoenberg. Gregg is a successful entrepreneur from New York and spent most of his career in the finance world. Now, he spends most of his time discussing how to succeed in life through building quality relationships, or what he calls: etiquette alpha.Gregg Schoenberg Episode 196The Meat Mafia Telegram GroupSummary of Key Themes from the full-length episode:Pulling the ripcord on a corporate career without a plan to pursue more meaningful workThe importance of 9/11 in shifting perspectives on risk, time, and controlStarting a successful newsletter (The Financial Revolutionist) by providing differentiated opinions and analysisDeveloping a systematic approach to maintaining and nurturing relationships over timeThe power of etiquette and considerate gestures in building strong connections and goodwillAdvising executives and entrepreneurs to avoid comfort, maintain humility, and prepare for disruptionHelping a parent through terminal illness as a profound and meaningful experienceAlgorithm-based approaches to life and the robot-like discipline needed for high-performanceFocusing on core attributes like determination and confronting weaknesses to succeed as an entrepreneurDeeper life lessons on seeing beyond superficialities, forgiveness, and developing a spiritual practice

Nicco Magnotto is the co-founder of Nic Nac Naturals, a company that produces all-natural nicotine mints using non-tobacco nicotine. With a background in electrical engineering and experience in the specialty sweeteners and supplements industry, Magnotto has combined his passion for health, nutrition, and biohacking to create an innovative nicotine product. His approach emphasizes transparency, minimal and healthy ingredients, and a focus on providing a cleaner alternative to traditional nicotine products.Key topics discussed:Nicotine product effects and usageNicotine delivery methods, usage, and benefitsStartups, challenges, and growthThe impact of screens and dopamineBalancing health, lifestyle, and mindsetTimestamps:(00:00) Nicotine Products and Oral Effects(03:38) Nicotine Delivery Methods and Effects(07:24) Nicotine Usage and Benefits(17:23) Startups, Challenges, and Growth(23:21) Balancing Health, Lifestyle, and Mindset(30:43) The Impact of Screens and Dopamine*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Nic Nac Naturals:InstagramWebsiteTwitterTikTokConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Nicco Magnotto is the co-founder of Nic Nac Naturals, a company that produces all-natural nicotine mints using non-tobacco nicotine. With a background in electrical engineering and experience in the specialty sweeteners and supplements industry, Magnotto has combined his passion for health, nutrition, and biohacking to create an innovative nicotine product. His approach emphasizes transparency, minimal and healthy ingredients, and a focus on providing a cleaner alternative to traditional nicotine products.Key topics discussed:Voluntary ingredient transparency in Nic Nac products.Misconceptions about nicotine versus tobacco-related health risks.Regulatory challenges in the nicotine industry, including FDA compliance.Use of xylitol for enhanced nicotine absorption and oral health benefits.Timestamps:(00:00) Exploring Nicotine's Benefits and Misconceptions(12:12) Artificial Sweeteners and Food Engineering(18:51) Regulations and Challenges in Product Development(31:00) Embracing Entrepreneurship and Brave Decision Making*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Nic Nac Naturals:InstagramWebsiteTwitterTikTokConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Cody Hopkins is the co-founder of Grassroots Farmers' Cooperative, a pioneering initiative based in rural Arkansas dedicated to connecting consumers with high-quality, ethically-raised meat products. As a first-generation farmer, Cody, along with his wife, transitioned from a background in physics to sustainable farming inspired by figures like Joel Salatin. Over the past decade, they have built Grassroots from the ground up, emphasizing transparency, sustainability, and community-driven solutions to the challenges of modern agriculture.Key topics discussed: Impact of COVID-19 on consumer behavior and food system resilienceThe necessity for more decentralized food processing infrastructureSocioeconomic components of food pricing and consumer educationInnovative financing and ownership models for sustainable agricultureRole of farm subsidies and government policies in shaping the food systemTimestamps:(00:00) - Shifting Consumer Behavior Post-COVID(04:00) - The Economics of Food Pricing and Quality(06:15) - Advocating for Less Meat but Better Quality(12:00) - The Realities of Industrial Poultry Farming(18:00) - Innovative Financing and Ownership Models in Agriculture*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Cody:LinkedinConnect with Grass Roots Farmers' Cooperative:InstagramWebsiteConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Cody Hopkins is the co-founder of Grassroots Farmers' Cooperative, a pioneering initiative based in rural Arkansas dedicated to connecting consumers with high-quality, ethically-raised meat products. As a first-generation farmer, Cody, along with his wife, transitioned from a background in physics to sustainable farming inspired by figures like Joel Salatin. Over the past decade, they have built Grassroots from the ground up, emphasizing transparency, sustainability, and community-driven solutions to the challenges of modern agriculture.Key topics discussed: Issues with the centralized and industrialized food systemImpact of sustainable farming on rural economiesConsumer demand driving change in agricultureEducation on nutrient density and farming practicesEnvironmental benefits of regenerative agricultureBridging the urban-rural divide through food systems.Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction and Cody's Background(03:50) - Challenges of Starting a Farm(08:45) - Issues with the Centralized Food System(12:00) - Educating Consumers on Food Quality(19:30) - Environmental Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Cody:LinkedinConnect with Grass Roots Farmers' Cooperative:InstagramWebsiteConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

On today's Mafia Moments, we discuss some heavy hitting topics with Veronica Max, including the hormone crisis, birth control, home births, and periods. You won't want to miss this one! If you enjoyed this episode, check out the full-length conversation with Veronica Max on episode 233 of the Meat Mafia Podcast!- Veronica Max, owner of Ultra Personal Healthcare, discusses the hormone crisis affecting both men and women due to factors like diet, lifestyle, and environment. [01:15]- Cell phones and screens can negatively impact sex hormones and fertility. Men are losing interest in relationships and have low sex drive, possibly due to low testosterone. [02:30]- Veronica shares her journey of seeking external validation before doing emotional work to find inner happiness. She chose home births despite fear of mainstream medical system. [05:30]- Home birth is a profound, vulnerable experience supported by midwives. Veronica gained comfort and confidence from her first to fourth home birth. [09:00] - Surrendering to the body's divine power during childbirth is key. Birthing at home without medical intervention is empowering. [14:15]- Veronica provides recommendations for finding a good midwife and resources for those interested in home birth. [17:30]- Misconceptions and fear surround home birth and birth control. There is a lack of education about women's cycles and fertility. [19:30]- Celebrating rites of passage like a girl's first period is important to avoid negative emotions from not acknowledging milestones. [21:45]- Society is disconnected from our bodies and fertility. Procreation is a fundamental aspect of life. [23:00]

Salim Najjar is an entrepreneaur, investor, and HRV (heart rate variability) expert. Salim discovered HRV after undergoing extreme surgery and then mental and physical burnout. He advocates for the education of HRV to better manage your stress and reduce the chance of chronic diseases. Key topics discussed include:The crucial role of HRV in measuring stress resilience and nervous system healthOptimizing sleep, nutrition, grounding, and light exposure for improved HRVNavigating environmental toxins and EMF exposure in the modern worldThe power of bodywork, meditation, and somatic practices for releasing stuck emotionsExploring the potential of psychedelics and plant medicines for nervous system regulation and healingTimestamps:(00:00) Health Transition and HRV Mastery(10:17) Managing Stress in Modern Society(24:27) Exploring HRV and Spiritual Connection(32:13) Optimizing Health With Biohacking Practices(38:47) Importance of Hydration and EMF Protection(42:15) Healing Through Body Work and Psychedelics(46:28) Where to Find HRV Resources*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Salim:Website InstagramConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Today we speak with Anjan Kata, founder and chief engineer of Daylight Computers - a world first screen technology company that has developed it's screens to not emit blue light wavelengths, as well as minimises EMF and flicker. Founded in 2019, Daylight has recently launched it's latest tablet. Widely regarded as a groundbreaking product, we were lucky enough to discuss with Anjan some of the potential amazing implications this product has in reshaping our relationship to technology. Key topics discussed:- Daylight's potential to revolutionize how people interact with screens, prioritizing health and intentionality- The challenges Daylight faces in convincing people to adopt a device that intentionally does less- The importance of finding aligned, long-term investors who share Daylight's vision and values- The value of authenticity in scaling a mission-driven company, even if it means slower growth- Entrepreneurship as a transformative journey of personal growth, if one perseveres through challengesTimestamps:(00:00) Overcoming Fear and Leadership Growth(11:43) The Impact of Selfless Goals(20:12) Challenges of Blue Light Technology(27:48) Sustainable Company for the Future(35:31) Entrepreneurship Growth and Support*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Anjan:TwitterConnect with Daylight:WebsiteTwitterInstagramConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Today we speak with Anjan Kata, founder and chief engineer of Daylight Computers - a world first screen technology company that has developed it's screens to not emit blue light wavelengths, as well as minimises EMF and flicker. Founded in 2019, Daylight has recently launched it's latest tablet. Widely regarded as a groundbreaking product, we were lucky enough to discuss with Anjan some of the potential amazing implications this product has in reshaping our relationship to technology. Key topics discussed:- The potential impact of Daylight's blue light-free tablet on improving people's health - The challenges of creating a novel product in a category that hasn't received significant funding in over a decade- The importance of perseverance and belief in one's mission - The role of technology in shaping human behavior - The potential for Daylight to change the way people interact with technology- The significance of authentic and vulnerable leadership in building a mission-driven technology companyTimestamps:(00:00) Exploring Cycles of Change and Innovation(06:12) Exploring Intricacies of Founding Motivations(14:22) Entrepreneurial Journey and Self-Discovery(27:15) Navigating Mental Health and Success(34:09) The Power of Surrender and Authenticity(39:23) The Art of Embracing Failure*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Anjan:TwitterConnect with Daylight:WebsiteTwitterInstagramConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

In this episode, we sit down with Andy Schoonover, the founder of CrowdHealth, a company that is disrupting the health insurance industry with a crowdfunded, community-focused approach to healthcare. Andy shares his insights on the problems with the current health insurance system, the benefits of a cash-based model, and the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's health. He also discusses the potential of wearable technology, such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), in promoting metabolic health and the need for a more pragmatic approach to nutrition and wellness.Show Notes:00:00 - Introduction to Andy Schoonover and CrowdHealth02:30 - The problem with the current health insurance system and the inflated costs of healthcare05:45 - How CrowdHealth's cash-based model reduces healthcare costs by 30-60%08:15 - The benefits of a community-based approach to healthcare coverage10:30 - Why health insurance companies may not pay for preventive tools like CGMs14:00 - The impact of government intervention and regulatory capture on the cost of healthcare technology16:30 - The importance of education and personal responsibility in managing one's health19:00 - The potential of CGMs in promoting metabolic health and changing dietary habits22:30 - The limitations of cholesterol as a predictor of heart health in metabolically healthy individuals24:30 - The dangers of a dogmatic approach to nutrition and the importance of finding what works for the individual28:00 - The emotional and psychological benefits of enjoying food with loved ones30:45 - The need for a more pragmatic approach to nutrition and making incremental improvements33:30 - The importance of community in promoting mental and physical health36:00 - The power of generosity and helping others within a community

Today we welcome Dan Go for Part 2 of our 2 part series. This was Dan's first ever live podcast, and as you'll hear, he didn't disappoint. His story is quite incredible - deeply emotional and strikingly inspiring. We hope you enjoy. Dan is a successful fitness coach, entrepreneur, content creator, and owner of High Performance Founder, a company specializing in fitness coaching. Dan is well known and widely appreciated for his twitter account and thoughts on fitness, longevity, and health. He has gained a large following on Twitter, recently also starting a YouTube channel. Key topics discussed:- Using death as motivation to live life to the fullest and prioritize what matters most- Focusing on being a good father and husband as life's greatest accomplishments - Questioning the "red pill" culture and embracing a more nuanced view of gender roles and relationships- Leaving a positive legacy for one's children through example and being present- Placing "side bets" and balancing risks when pursuing entrepreneurial venturesTimestamps:(00:00) Reflections on Time and Death(04:19) Belief, Authenticity, and Attracting Positivity(15:28) Balancing Risks and Side Bets(24:07) Perspective on Life and Relationships(33:12) Emotional Awareness and Self-Improvement(37:27) Inspiring Podcast Conversation With Guest*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Dan Go:TwitterWebsiteInstagramYouTubeConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Today we welcome Dan Go on Part 1 of our 2 part series. This was Dan's first ever live podcast, and as you'll hear, he didn't disappoint. His story is quite incredible - deeply emotional and strikingly inspiring. We hope you enjoy. Dan is a successful fitness coach, entrepreneur, content creator, and owner of High Performance Founder, a company specializing in fitness coaching. Dan is well known and widely appreciated for his twitter account and thoughts on fitness, longevity, and health. He has gained a large following on Twitter, recently also starting a YouTube channel. Key Topics Discussed:Pros and cons of social media for connecting with others and sharing ideasImportance of authenticity when creating contentSimplicity in communication, especially on platforms like TwitterDan's personal transformation from directionless youth to successful entrepreneurChanneling emotion into transformation, determinationTimestamps:(00:02) Family Legacy and Emotional Resilience(03:58) Generational Roots and Social Media(06:48) Social Media's Influence on Personal Growth(14:01) Creating Authentic Content for Growth(19:02) Importance of Personalized Customer Interaction(24:54) Social Media and Authenticity(36:07) Transformation and Determination(46:57) Turning Emotion Into Fuel*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Dan Go:TwitterWebsiteInstagramYouTubeConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Charlie Lawrence is an elite competitive long distance runner. In 2023, Charlie set the world record for the 50-Mile distance race, running an average mile speed of 5:46. Charlie has ran a marathon personal best of 2:16 and has qualified for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time. Charlie joins us today to shed light into how he prepares and achieves ambitious goals. Key topics discussed include:- Benefits of altitude and high-pressure environment training- Personalized coaching and precision nutrition- Ketone shots as an energy source- Strength training's role in ultra-distance running- Future goals including winning the 100K World Championships Timestamps:(00:00) Endurance Sports and Mental Toughness(02:54) Coaching and Nutrition for Performance(05:51) Routine Nutrition for Endurance Athletes(13:04) Ketone Shots and Strength Training Benefits(16:25) Training for Ultra Distance Running(23:29) Trail Racing and Marathon Prep*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Charlie Lawrence:InstagramTwitterConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Charlie is an elite competitive long distance runner. In 2023, Charlie set the world record for the 50-Mile distance race, running an average mile speed of 5:46. Charlie has ran a marathon personal best of 2:16 and has qualified for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time. Key topics discussed include:- Examining elite athletes' mental strategies for resilience- The crucial role of camaraderie and community in an athlete's success- Charlie's triumph over physical hurdles and injuries- Sources of motivation, perspective, and direction for athletes- The role of mindset and self-confidence in achieving personal featsTimestamps: (00:00) Running Achievements and Future Aspirations(06:35) Achieving Athletic Success Through Mental Fortitude(10:30) Inspirational Coach Relationships in Athletics(16:08) Athlete Mentality and Support Systems(19:27) Visualization and Mental Toughness in Running(25:22) Mental Strategies to Push Through*** LINKS***Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.Connect with Charlie Lawrence:Instagram TwitterConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble ProteinAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

This episode of the Meet Mafia podcast features snippets from a previous interview with Kevin Stock, a dentist, bodybuilder, and health experimenter. Apologies! In the episode I mention that Dr. Stock's episode was #163 and it's actually just episode #63! The main points discussed are:Kevin's experimentation with a simplistic, nutrient-dense diet of ground beef and raw milk.Kevin's perspective on oral hygiene, suggesting that a meat-based diet may render brushing teeth unnecessary due to the absence of tooth-decaying sugars.The potential long-term negative effects of drinking low-quality coffee daily, as nearly 50% of commercially available coffee beans contain mold toxins.Kevin's advice on gradually cutting out coffee consumption and replacing it with alternatives like bone broth to avoid caffeine withdrawal.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - 01:40: Introduction to the episode and guest Kevin Stock01:40 - 02:50: Kevin's experimentation with a ground beef and raw milk diet02:50 - 06:15: Discussion on Weston A. Price's work and the impact of nutrition on oral health06:15 - 09:40: Kevin's perspective on oral hygiene and the necessity of brushing teeth when on a meat-based diet09:40 - 13:15: The potential long-term effects of consuming low-quality coffee containing mold toxins13:15 - 15:10: Kevin's advice on gradually cutting out coffee consumption and replacing it with alternatives15:10 - 16:00: Conclusion and recommendation to listen to the full episode for more insights