Keto/Carnivore Conversations

In this powerful episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Justin Pettit—third-generation cattle rancher and co-founder of Santa Carota Beef—to unpack the spiritual, nutritional, and regenerative impact of carrot-finished beef. From growing up in the shadow of the Dust Bowl to pioneering a sustainable protein featured by Michelin-star chefs, Justin shares how faith, family, and food waste transformed his ranch into a healing mission.Together, they explore:🥕 Why carrot-finished beef delivers unmatched tenderness and nutrition🧬 How regenerative ranching heals soil, animals, and people🐄 The truth about cattle, climate, and the myth of meat’s environmental harm🧠 Why red meat is essential for brain health, child development, and vitality🙏 How faith and adversity shaped Justin’s calling to serve through food🚜 The challenges facing small ranchers—and how consumers can help🧂 Why fat is fuel, and lean meat is a lie we need to unlearnThis episode is a love letter to the American West, ancestral wisdom, and the radical power of meat to heal bodies and communities. Whether you're carnivore-curious or a seasoned advocate, Justin’s story will leave you inspired to rethink what nourishment really means.📦 Bonus: Hear how carrot-fed cows helped his daughter with cerebral palsy thrive—and why he believes every steak should come with a story.

After three decades of battling psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, depression, and suicidal thoughts, Stephen Lashbrook—aka Lash the Lion—walked out of his doctor’s office for the last time. Refusing immune-suppressing injections with suicidal side effects, he turned to faith, fasting, and fatty meat. What followed was nothing short of miraculous.In this deeply moving episode, Lash shares how discovering Michaela Peterson’s story led him to the Lion Diet and a complete transformation:🧠 100% remission of depression and suicidal ideation🩹 99% clearance of skin conditions and chronic pain🥩 Mastering meat-based cooking and becoming a healing advocate🛑 Rejecting pharmaceuticals and reclaiming food freedom🏕️ Launching the Carnivore Healing Retreat to guide others face-to-face🙏 Reconnecting with faith and discovering divine purposeDr. Kiltz and Lash explore the emotional, spiritual, and biological roots of suffering—and how animal-based nutrition, community, and storytelling can heal what modern medicine often overlooks.📦 Bonus: Lash shares his favorite cuts of meat, brisket oven hacks, and why he believes social media is the new social medicine.

In this powerhouse episode, Dr. Robert Kiltz sits down with Dr. Shawn O’Mara—former prosecutor turned physician-scientist—to expose the hidden epidemic of visceral fat and the radical healing power of a meat-centric lifestyle. From erectile dysfunction and eczema to reversing chronic disease and sprinting at 69, Dr. O’Mara shares how carnivore nutrition transformed his life and thousands of others.Together, they unpack:🧠 Why most “aging” is actually undiagnosed disease🥩 How fatty meat and fasting reverse inflammation from the inside out🧬 The truth about visceral fat, libido, and muscle loss📉 Why GLP-1 drugs may shrink your heart instead of your waistline🧪 The MRI scan that reveals what blood tests miss🏃‍♂️ Why sprinting beats endurance workouts for longevity🧘‍♂️ How to shift from chronic stress to cellular vitality🧓 Why carnivore doctors are thriving—and not afraid to take their shirts offThis episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in the cycle of symptom management. Dr. O’Mara’s message is clear: you don’t need more pills—you need better meat, better movement, and better knowledge.📦 Bonus: Learn why fermented foods are the only plants he tolerates, and how ancestral eating patterns can help you sprint into your 70s with power and grace.

What if the secret to radiant skin and resilient health wasn’t in a lab—but on a farm?In this rich, wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Robert Kiltz welcomes Charles Mayfield, founder of Pharaoh Skincare, to unpack the healing power of animal fats, regenerative agriculture, and the surprising science behind lard-based skincare. From treating sunburns with pig fat to launching a movement rooted in ancestral wisdom, Charles shares how his journey through paleo nutrition, farming, and CrossFit led to a skincare revolution.Together, they explore:🐖 Why pigs are metabolic mirrors of humans—and why their fat heals🌱 The truth about modern skincare toxins vs. ancestral remedies🔥 How lard and tallow outperform plant oils for chronic and acute skin conditions🧬 The cellular differences between visceral and subcutaneous fat🧼 Why “Smart Lard” is more than a trademark—it’s a regenerative philosophy🧠 The emotional and microbial impact of fat on skin, mood, and immunity🛠️ How small-batch, high-integrity production is reshaping the skincare industryWhether you’re a carnivore curious about topical fat, a wellness advocate seeking clean alternatives, or a regenerative farming enthusiast, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart.📦 Bonus: Charles shares his burger hack, his TED Talk dreams, and why pigs might just be the unsung heroes of human health.

In this raw and electrifying episode, Carnivore Ray shares his deeply personal transformation—from chronic knee pain, depression, and suicidal ideation to mental clarity, weight loss, and purpose through the carnivore diet. What started as a skeptical experiment inspired by Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson quickly became a viral movement, as Ray’s story touched millions across TikTok and Instagram.Ray and Dr. Kiltz dive into the emotional, spiritual, and biochemical shifts that come with eliminating plant toxins and embracing fatty meat. From faith and friendship to food addiction and social media backlash, Ray opens up about what it means to heal, to lead, and to love people boldly.🔥 Topics include:Losing 90+ pounds and reversing chronic painEscaping depression and suicidal thoughts without medicationThe power of fatty meat and simplicity in healingWhy social media became his unexpected ministryFaith, broken family roots, and finding purpose through serviceFood addiction, emotional coping, and true dietary freedomWhy “I don’t give a rip” became his rallying cry for truthThis episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in survival mode. Ray’s story is proof that healing isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual, emotional, and deeply human.

In this riveting episode, attorney and health advocate Chris Brandlin shares his extraordinary transformation—from a powerlifting law student to a gut-compromised patient navigating medical trauma, Lyme disease, and the failures of conventional healthcare. After a devastating surgery and years of misdiagnosis, Chris found healing through the carnivore diet, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and a radical shift in mindset.Now pursuing a PhD in public policy and running for Congress, Chris exposes the systemic flaws in medical education, pharmaceutical influence, and public health policy. He calls for a revolution—one rooted in regenerative farming, grassroots advocacy, and metabolic truth.🔥 Topics include:Gut surgery gone wrong and the emotional toll of medical gaslightingHealing through carnivore, fat-forward nutrition, and ancestral wisdomThe dangers of plant toxins, processed foods, and pharmaceutical biasHyperbaric oxygen therapy and fasting as tools for recoveryWhy lean meat and low-fat diets are sabotaging public healthThe role of policy, education, and social media in shaping health narrativesSupporting local farmers and flipping the food pyramid upside downRunning for Congress to fight for truth, transparency, and metabolic freedomChris’s story is a wake-up call for anyone who’s been failed by the system—and a rallying cry for those ready to reclaim their health, their voice, and their future.

In this deeply moving episode, Diane Ladd—a mental health therapist, mother, and fierce truth-seeker—shares her extraordinary transformation after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and enduring a cascade of debilitating symptoms. From slurred speech and brain fog to near immobility, Diane faced a medical system that offered little hope. But her story didn’t end there.Guided by faith and desperation, Diane turned to the carnivore diet—and everything changed. Within weeks, her symptoms began to vanish. Fatigue lifted. Brain fog cleared. Her doctor was stunned. And Diane found herself not just surviving, but thriving.🧬 Topics include:The emotional toll of chronic illness and medical gaslightingHow oxalates and plant toxins triggered her autoimmune spiralThe five stages of carnivore mindset—from “this is crazy” to “this is freedom”Why fatty red meat became her medicine—and her missionSpiritual clarity through fasting and prayerThe moment her neurologist said, “You don’t need your infusion anymore”How carnivore changed her therapy practice, her marriage, and her sense of selfThis episode is a masterclass in resilience, radical healing, and divine intercession. Diane’s story is raw, real, and unforgettable—a beacon for anyone facing chronic illness, emotional burnout, or spiritual disconnection.

In this riveting episode, Dr. Nelson Vazquez shares his extraordinary journey from a 325-pound diabetic on seven medications and 300 units of insulin a day—to a vibrant, medication-free advocate for carnivore nutrition and metabolic healing. After surviving a stroke and facing macular edema, Dr. Vazquez turned to ancestral eating, eliminating plant toxins and ultra-processed foods to reclaim his health and vitality.He and Dr. Kiltz dive deep into the failures of modern medicine, the dangers of dietary dogma, and the spiritual and emotional clarity that comes with radical lifestyle change. With humor, humility, and decades of clinical insight, Dr. Vazquez challenges everything we think we know about nutrition, disease, and healing.🧠 Topics include:Reversing diabetes, hypertension, and neuropathy through carnivoreThe myth of fiber, greens, and “healthy” plant-based dietsWhy most doctors never study food—and why that must changeThe role of coaching, community, and storytelling in healingHow processed foods became the silent epidemicFaith, family, and the power of personal transformationWhat to buy at the market—and what to throw out todayThis episode is a masterclass in metabolic truth-telling. Whether you're a patient, practitioner, or parent, Dr. Vazquez’s story will inspire you to question everything—and take back your health, one bite at a time.

In this soul-stirring episode, Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt join Dr. Robert Kiltz to explore the intersection of faith, food, and radical healing. From chronic illness and emotional fatigue to vibrant health and spiritual renewal, the Pruitts share their 600+ day carnivore journey and how it transformed their bodies, minds, and ministry.With humor, humility, and deep theological insight, they unpack the challenges of leading a multigenerational church while navigating grief, burnout, and the Standard American Diet. Their message is clear: healing is possible—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—when we align our lives with truth, simplicity, and divine purpose.🕊️ Topics include:How carnivore reversed chronic inflammation, IBS, and fatigueThe spiritual parallels between fasting, discipline, and dietary healingWhy food addiction is as personal—and powerful—as faithLeading a vibrant church while living a vibrant lifeThe theology of wellness: integrating mind, body, and spiritHow suffering can become strength, and stories become ministryPractical tips for navigating social pressure, restaurant culture, and family resistanceWhether you're a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a deeply human invitation to live up in a down world—with steak, scripture, and unshakable hope.

In this no-holds-barred episode, Dr. Ken Berry—family physician, YouTube educator, and author—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to dismantle decades of dietary dogma and expose the failures of mainstream medicine. From his own transformation as a nearly 300-pound, pre-diabetic doctor to becoming a global advocate for the carnivore lifestyle, Dr. Berry shares how common sense, ancestral wisdom, and real food saved his life—and countless others.🔥 Topics include:Why doctors are just “dudes and chicks”—not demigodsThe truth about grains, seed oils, and the ADA’s failed adviceReversing type 2 diabetes, heartburn, joint pain, and rosacea with meatThe carnivore spectrum: from low-carb to lion dietWhy ancient food beats pharmaceutical fads every timeHow patients are waking up—and forcing doctors to rethink everythingThe American Diabetes Society: a grassroots revolution in real healingBreastfeeding, ancestral nutrition, and raising metabolically healthy kidsDr. Berry’s message is clear: real food heals, and the system is broken. Whether you’re a patient, a practitioner, or just tired of feeling sick and confused, this episode is a wake-up call to reclaim your health, your power, and your plate.