Derek, a fitness educator and entrepreneur behind the 'More Plates More Dates' platform, dives deep into the extremes of internet fame. He discusses controversial practices for gaining online views, the complexities of doping in MMA, and the ethics surrounding steroid use in sports. Additionally, the conversation explores the psychological implications of anabolic steroids and the evolution of bodybuilding, emphasizing the challenges athletes face in balancing performance and health.

Derek from More Plates More Dates discusses testosterone's impact on male and female health, with insights on DHEA, progesterone, peptides, and weight loss drugs. They explore TRT in women, myostatin inhibition, and fat loss strategies for bodybuilders. The conversation covers FDA updates on peptides, gene therapy for muscle growth, and ethical considerations in hormone replacement therapy.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with Derek, founder of the More Plates More Dates YouTube channel, to discuss his journey in the fitness industry, becoming a main player in the 'manosphere,' finding self motivation and mentors, and recognizing life's calling. They also touch on topics of men's health, weightlifting transformation, and the importance of transparency and scientific literature.

Derek, a bodybuilder with experience using anabolic steroids, joins the podcast to discuss the risks and rewards of performance-enhancing drugs and hormones. Topics include growth hormone, its effects on tissue restoration, muscle building, and fat burning. They also explore the evolution of drug use in bodybuilding and the causes of death in bodybuilders. Other topics discussed include the complex interplay of hormones, the impact of growth hormone on fertility, and the risks and challenges of bodybuilding. They also touch on the use of drugs for reducing prostate size and treating hair loss.

Derek from More Plates More Dates talks about his +$100M business empire, investment portfolio, thoughts on Bryan Johnson, and where he buys quality food. They also discuss pickup artists as entrepreneurs, Derek's origin story, and his journey as a health science expert. Additionally, they cover topics like the unintentional 'jankiness' of his video setup, finding trustworthy sources for self-education, performance-enhancing drugs, and challenges of sourcing high-quality food.

Derek is a YouTuber, founder of Gorilla Mind and a fitness expert.The Liver King has seen one of the fastest rises to internet fame ever. Documenting his ancestral lifestyle generated millions of followers and hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for his businesses, but it turns out that the physique he displayed in his content was built on massive amounts of performance enhancing drugs, despite him denying it on many occasions.Expect to learn what Derek thinks of the Liver King's apology video, just how extreme the number of drugs he was talking were, whether there is more information still to come out, the risks for anyone of taking TRT, Derek's thoughts on NoFap, how to develop confidence when approaching someone you like and much more...Sponsors:Get 10% discount on all Gymshark’s products at https://gym.sh/modernwisdom (use code: MW10)Get $100 off plus an extra 15% discount on Qualia Mind at https://neurohacker.com/modernwisdom (use code MW15)Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and Free Shipping from Athletic Greens at https://athleticgreens.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied)Extra Stuff:Subscribe to Derek's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MorePlatesMoreDates Follow Derek on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moreplatesmoredates/ Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom-Get in touch.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillxTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillxYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcastEmail: https://chriswillx.com/contact/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek, a guest who has a channel called @moreplatesmoredates, joins the hosts to discuss optimizing health, the hidden benefits of 6-pack abs, $100,000,000+ businesses, hair loss, low testosterone, increasing discipline, PRIME Hydration & Logan Paul, wild uses for peptides, ideal diet, and workout advice.

Derek, fitness educator and entrepreneur behind 'More Plates, More Dates' YouTube channel, discusses topics including: benefits of cold therapy, control of truckers in Canada, potential impact of news outlet ban on podcasts, addictive nature of video games, rise of online gaming and streaming, truth of the dating landscape, dynamics of content creators and managers on OnlyFans, consequences of tax evasion, importance of allowing time for healing after stem cell injections, workout routines and gym facilities, energy levels and morning battles, carnivore diet challenge, portion control differences and overeating habits, gamifying fitness and age tracking, creating a comedy club in Austin, effects of plastic surgery on appearance, humanizing celebrities on podcasts, strange aspects of Scientology, enhanced games challenging corruption in athletics, and the importance of recovery and skill acquisition.

Dive into the intriguing legacy of C.S. Lewis as he bridges the gap between fundamentalist America and evangelical Britain. Explore his universal appeal and how his works are interpreted by progressives and conservatives. Unpack the complexities of his writings and the diverse influences he continues to have on different groups.

Derek, an expert in international music, fitness, and psychedelics, dives into the essential role of diversity in our lives. He reflects on how music transcends borders, revealing the historical ties between Indian and Jamaican cultures. Derek emphasizes the importance of unity among progressives and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit through diverse perspectives. He also explores the transformative power of psychedelics in personal growth, advocating for open conversations that challenge the ego and foster compassion in society.