

The HigherUp Podcast
Michael Smoak
The HigherUp Podcast has one mission - to share easily implementable ways to improve your life. The host of this podcast is Michael Smoak, or HigherUpWellness on social media. I will be breaking down concepts and principles in the health and wellness space that are often complex and convoluted into easily digestible, actionable steps that you can do for low or no cost.
This podcast will be a combination of solo episodes and interview episodes of guests who embody the HigherUp lifestyle.
This podcast will be a combination of solo episodes and interview episodes of guests who embody the HigherUp lifestyle.
Episodes
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Nov 6, 2025 • 32min
Follower Q&A | The HigherUp Podcast. Ep. 65
This installment features a Q&A addressing various wellness topics. Michael tackles the impact of artificial sweeteners, promoting moderation for healthier weight control. He also shares insights on enhancing running stamina through training methods and offers strategies for balancing wellness while navigating a draining corporate job. Discussions on binging highlight mindset shifts to improve relationships with food. Additionally, affordable alternatives for marathon coaching and the role of Pilates in weight loss are explored, alongside tips for integrating workouts into busy schedules.

Oct 29, 2025 • 20min
My Health Struggles, Supplement Stacks, and The Holiday Lock In | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 64
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments!Try Whoop free for a month and support ya boy | https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/Code HU on Dream Recovery Products | Dreamrecovery.ioIn this episode, I break down how to stay on track during the holidays, my supplement protocol, and my current health status. If you are on Spotify or Apple, be sure to follow and rate the show. If you are on YouTube, subscribe to the channel so we can get the message to more people.

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Oct 23, 2025 • 36min
6 Changes I Made To Create Success In My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 63
Discover six transformative beliefs that can lead to success! Sales skills are crucial not only in business but in life. Learn how viewing life as a game can minimize stress and help you make better decisions. Understand the basics of financial discipline and the importance of ownership over your outcomes. Michael shares the power of asking for what you want, whether it's opportunities or raises. Plus, hear how a meaningful relationship with faith provides peace and purpose, especially during tough times.

Oct 8, 2025 • 29min
Throwback Episode: 5 Personal Beliefs That Changed My Life | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 62
IM GOING ON TOUR: Next 1/2 Day in person event is in Atlanta, GA October 24th. Get your tickets at higherupwellness.com/tour-infoDrop Your #StepCheck in the comments and dont forget to rate the show if you are on Spotify, or Subscribe if you are on YouTube!This week I wanted to try something new. This is actually a re-upload of Ep. 11 of the show. But this Podcast has grown a lot since then, and some of you may not have listened to earlier episodes. So, I picked one of my best performing episodes to share with all the new folks, and re-share with the OGs. Hope you like it!

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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 11min
Follower Q&A: Grief, Relationships, Faith, and More | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 61
Explore the importance of self-chosen challenges for personal growth. Get valuable grief strategies, including the power of surrendering to emotions. Discover how to navigate faith in uncertain times and the significance of unwavering consistency in success. Learn how to approach betrayal with understanding and the art of interviewing parents for meaningful life lessons. Plus, Michael emphasizes walking as a simple habit for overall health and the connections between faith and fitness.

Sep 15, 2025 • 57min
The Life Changing Power of Great Sleep W/ Todd Anderson | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 60
Todd Anderson, a former NFL athlete and CEO of Dream Recovery, dives deep into the crucial role of sleep in performance and well-being. He discusses surprising revelations from clinical research around sleep quality and how to enhance it through lifestyle tweaks and supplements. Anderson shares personal anecdotes about resilience in athletics and the challenges of post-college transitions. He also highlights innovative breathing techniques that can boost athletic performance and offers practical tips for improving sleep to support overall health.

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Sep 2, 2025 • 58min
Chris Voss: How To Master the Art of Negotiation | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 59
Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator and bestselling author, shares his expertise in negotiation. He discusses the pitfalls of compromise and the power of emotional intelligence, highlighting how feeling heard can resolve conflicts. Voss emphasizes the importance of honesty and humor in negotiations, and suggests strategies for negotiating compensation by understanding employers' perspectives. He also introduces the Black Swan Negotiation Community, which aims to support personal growth and financial success in negotiation.

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Aug 22, 2025 • 1h 1min
How To Shift Your Identity and Get "Unstuck" W/ Nick Komodina | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 58
Nick Komodina, a successful entrepreneur behind multiple seven-figure coaching businesses, discusses the art of shifting your identity to break free from feeling 'stuck.' He emphasizes understanding how language and identity influence our self-perception and personal satisfaction. Komodina explores the emotional journey of healing and authentic leadership, advocating for confronting vulnerabilities. He also highlights the power of empathy through breathwork and the transformative potential of live events, encouraging listeners to let go of toxic relationships for deeper growth.

Aug 14, 2025 • 55min
From Beating Addiction to Running Across America w/ Kallup McCoy | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 57
In this conversation with Kallup McCoy, a former addict and ultra-endurance athlete, listeners are taken on a journey of resilience. Kallup shares his inspiring story of overcoming addiction and the emotional challenges he faced while running across America in 66 days. He discusses the transformative power of community and spirituality in recovery, and how these experiences fueled his mission to help others through his nonprofit, Rez Hope. Touching on humor, he also shares lighthearted moments from his adventures, emphasizing the importance of compassion and service.

Aug 4, 2025 • 33min
How Physical Health Will Drive Your Success | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 56
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! This is a speaking event I had the opporunity to take on last month. If you would like to book me for your business to come speak, email mgmt@higherupwellness.com


