The Meat Mafia Podcast

Brett and Harry dive into the struggles against addiction and dopamine dependency, sharing personal experiences that highlight the impact of digital overload. They discuss the power of fasting and self-discipline, alongside the importance of community and spirituality. Emphasis is placed on disconnecting from technology to enhance mindfulness and cultivate authentic relationships. The conversation also explores how surrendering to a higher power can foster personal growth and meaningful transformations.

In this discussion, Josh Trent, founder of Wellness + Wisdom and a leader in emotional and spiritual wellness, shares his transformative journey from addiction to purpose. He highlights the role of emotional intelligence in resilience and the importance of self-care practices like hot and cold therapy. Josh explores how diet impacts mental health, emphasizing mindful eating. He also discusses the need for authenticity in personal growth and the emotional burden of secrets, inviting listeners to embrace vulnerability for meaningful transformation.

Nick Geoppo is a transformational weight loss coach and entrepreneur known for his incredible journey of losing over 110 pounds and maintaining sustainable health practices. Nick shares his raw and authentic story of overcoming obesity, battling personal demons, and rebuilding his life through self-discipline, mindset shifts, and practical nutrition. As a passionate advocate for sustainable weight loss and healthy living, Nick empowers others to take control of their lives and redefine their relationship with food, fitness, and personal growth. In this episode, we sit down with Nick Geoppo to explore his inspiring journey from a 270-pound sedentary lifestyle to becoming a transformational weight loss coach and entrepreneur. Nick opens up about his battle with obesity, the mental and emotional challenges he faced, and how he leveraged discipline and intentional living to turn his life around. We dive deep into the philosophy behind his Common Sense Diet, sustainable weight loss, and how he helps clients achieve long-lasting health without restrictive fads. This conversation is packed with actionable advice, powerful insights, and raw honesty about the realities of personal transformation.What we cover:- Nick's weight loss journey: Losing 110 pounds and keeping it off sustainably- Overcoming the "fat mind" mentality and building healthy habits- Insights into the Common Sense Diet: Simplifying nutrition for lasting results- The psychological impact of obesity and breaking cycles of self-sabotage- Finding purpose and creating a life rooted in love, gratitude, and positivityTimestamps:(00:08) Transformation Through Weight Loss Journey(06:50) Life-Changing Weight Loss Journey Through Hardship(18:18) Overcoming Resistance(28:13) Inner Transformation Through Self-Love and Mindfulness(38:54) Weight Loss Myths and Beliefs(42:32) Healthy Eating and Mindfulness Approach(48:17) Mindful Eating and Balanced Approach(52:23) Navigating Diet Culture and Weight Loss(01:00:00) Discovering Your True Desires for Success(01:08:01) Manifesting Destiny Through Visualization and Self-Transformation(01:18:37) Sustainable Weight Loss Solutions*** 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.Get Connected with NickTiktokInstagramConnect with Brett:InstagramXConnect with Harry:InstagramXConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaX - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinX - 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: MAFIAMaui Nui- 15% OFF. Use CODE: MEATMAFIA

Andy Schoonover is the founder and CEO of CrowdHealth, a revolutionary platform redefining the healthcare industry. With a mission to challenge traditional insurance models, Andy has built a community-driven alternative that emphasizes personal responsibility, cost-effectiveness, and support. His approach draws inspiration from tribal support systems, aligning modern technology with timeless human values. In this episode, Andy Schoonover returns for a third conversation about the groundbreaking work of CrowdHealth. He dives deep into the flaws of traditional healthcare systems, the power of community-based solutions, and the importance of personal responsibility in healthcare.With practical tips, real-life stories, and a clear passion for change, this episode is a must-listen for anyone reconsidering their healthcare options. What we cover:- The Different Types of Healthcare Coverage - The Flaws in Traditional Healthcare - Cost Transparency in Healthcare - Healthcare Options for Entrepreneurs - Challenges in Healthcare Reform - Building a Healthy, Aligned Community Timestamps:(03:45) Navigating Health Insurance Costs and Options(17:44) Reviving Community-Based Healthcare Model(24:15) Community-Based Healthcare Funding Model(32:19) Challenges With Traditional Healthcare System(43:55) Building Niche Health Communities(48:28) Empowering Personal Health Through Community(58:35) Building Community Support for Healthcare*** 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.Get Connected with CrowdHealthCrowdHealthInstagramTwitterConnect with Brett:InstagramXConnect with Harry:InstagramXConnect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaX - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinX - 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: MAFIAMaui Nui- 15% OFF. Use CODE: MEATMAFIA

In this episode, we dive into the physical, mental, and spiritual transformation that comes from a seven-day fast. Through raw reflections, we discuss how fasting deepens faith, sharpens focus, and strips away life’s distractions to reveal purpose. What we cover:- Transformation through Fasting- The Mental and Physical Benefits of Fasting - Faith-Driven Strength: - Stripping Away DistractionsTimestamps:(00:02) Seven-Day Fasting Experience Discussion(08:57) Exploring Spiritual Insights Through Fasting(15:37) Exploring Fasting Benefits and Practices(23:15) Ancestral Food Experience After Fasting(27:21) Spiritual Discipline and Orthodox Christianity(34:59) Unveiling Christ's True Nature(49:56) Pursuing Joy Through Spiritual Intimacy(54:17) Embracing Challenges and Growth *** 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 Brett:InstagramXConnect with Harry:InstagramX Connect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaX - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat MafiaConnect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinX - 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: MAFIAMaui Nui- 15% OFF. Use CODE: MEATMAFIA

The hosts dive deep into clearing up health misinformation and emphasize the importance of personal responsibility in dietary choices. They discuss the impact of fear-based marketing on health decisions and celebrate the joy of food while advocating for a balance between wellness and enjoyment. The conversation critiques food regulation and promotes regenerative farming as a solution for better public health. They also highlight the role of community and meaningful actions in transforming health journeys.

A huge, huge episode. Paul Chek, the legend, joins us on the show today for the first time. Paul has been a guest we've had on the dream list since we first started the show, and to honor that, we ripped for 2 and a half hours. Paul shares his journey from fighter to healer, taking us the values and experiences that have shaped his life of purpose. With 40+ years of pioneering work, he blends ancient wisdom with modern wellness to guide others toward true health and self-mastery.Paul is an author, educator and thought leader in the fields of holistic health and personal growth. He is the creator of Spirit Gym, founder of the CHEK Institute, and the host of the popular Spirit Gym with Paul Chek podcast.What we cover:- The process of becoming dream-oriented and living with a clear purpose- Paul’s journey from physical combat to healing and self-actualization- Chek’s advice on cultivating self-mastery and inner strength- Techniques for setting life goals that resonate with personal values- Contemplating God & different spiritual approaches todayTimestamps:(00:01) Finding Strength and Success(02:21) Evolution of Holistic Healing Practice(05:36) 'A Journey Into the Boxing World(20:10) Elite Athlete Becomes Trainer and Therapist(28:46) Extreme Athletic Upbringing and Military Success(37:59) Unleashing Inner Strength Through Discipline(51:30) Creating a Vision for Change(55:13) Transforming Dreams With Motivation and Perception(01:03:14) Exploring the Nature of God(01:10:58) Exploring God's Presence Within Us(01:24:19) Harnessing the Power of the Mind(01:28:43) The Nature of Spiritual Transformation(01:40:28) Interpreting Scripture(01:50:47) The Path to Spiritual Enlightenment(02:06:40) Angels of Truth and Justice(02:12:33) Understanding Addiction and HealingFor 15% Paul's Spirit Gym Course, use code MEATMAFIA at checkout.  *** 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 Paul:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeSpiritGymFor 15% Paul's Spirit Gym Course, use code MEATMAFIA at checkout. Connect 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

John Moody, Executive Director of the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund and founder of the Rogue Food Conference, discusses reclaiming family control over food, health, and education. He highlights flaws in industrial food systems and advocates for food sovereignty as a path to local empowerment. The conversation covers opting out of traditional healthcare, the significance of educational sovereignty, and practical steps towards regenerative farming. Moody emphasizes community-driven initiatives for sustainable food practices, encouraging listeners to take charge of their well-being.

Matt Johnson, an ultra-endurance athlete and entrepreneur, shares his journey as he prepares to run 850 miles across Texas to raise funds for ValorFit, a program aiding veterans' transitions. He emphasizes how faith fuels his physical challenges and resilience. Matt discusses overcoming personal struggles, such as quitting nicotine, and the camaraderie forged through intense experiences. He reflects on maintaining authenticity while chasing dreams and highlights the transformative power of community and family support throughout his journey.

Jason Karp, founder of HumanCo and a prominent food safety advocate, sheds light on critical issues from the recent Senate hearing on health and nutrition. He discusses how corporate interests harm public health, notably through lax food safety regulations in the U.S. compared to Europe. Karp highlights the rising chronic disease rates linked to food policy failures and emphasizes the power of consumer activism to demand healthier options. He also explores the challenges of reformulating foods amidst corporate profit motives and promotes a holistic perspective on well-being.