
Abel James Show
Get cutting-edge insights from world-class leaders in health, fitness, longevity, entrepreneurship, music and brain science.
In-depth interviews with 400+ world-renowned experts including James Clear, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. Mark Hyman, Robb Wolf, Dr. Jack Kruse, Nir Eyal, Tony Horton, Dr. John Gray, Tim Ferriss, Lewis Howes, JP Sears, and many more.
Originally launched in 2012 with the tongue-in-cheek title, The Fat-Burning Man Show, this podcast hit #1 in Health in 8 countries with 100 million downloads and 4 independent media awards.
Featuring in-depth interviews with Professional Athletes, #1 Bestselling Authors, Entrepreneurs, Doctors, Touring Musicians, Comedians, Artists, and more, this podcast will dramatically change the way you think so you can achieve mastery in health and performance.
A leading voice in health and technology for more than a decade, Abel James has helped millions train like the masters and get in the best physical, mental, and spiritual shape of their lives.
Abel James is an OG Podcaster, New York Times Bestselling Author of “The Wild Diet,” and an award-winning Musician. He’s starred as a Celebrity Coach on ABC Television, in documentaries, and has been featured in People, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Fox News, and many other major media platforms and podcasts.
Get ready to explore a wide variety of topics to help you master your mindset and motivation, delving into mental health, circadian biology, mitochondrial health, peak performance optimization, and much more...
Latest episodes

Jun 15, 2018 • 47min
Jill Miller: How to Improve Recovery, Self-Abdominal Massage, & Why She Meditates Upside-Down
Jill Miller, author of The Roll Model, is totally off her rocker. Get ready – you’re about to learn a ton about your body, your gut, and… balls. On this show with Jill, where we’re digging into: How to improve recovery and performance with soft tissue care Why family is the hardest to get on board Why self-abdominal massage is the missing link in everyone’s training How to properly meditate (hint: you should be upside down) If you’ve got creaky bones, or you want to improve your performance, or maybe you just want some ironing out like me, this show is for you.

Jun 7, 2018 • 45min
Alyson Rose: Fasting for Women, Pro Video Gaming, and Why Burst Training Rules
Before Alyson became captain of the wild kitchen, she was a professional video gamer travelling all around North America and worldwide for competitions. She was also on a reality television show. “I used to be a pro gamer,” she says. “I started gaming when I was really little. I have five older brothers, and I needed to prove that I was equal in some way. Later on I became a professional gamer.” She then worked at BioWare, where she helped launch a Star Wars video game. “I think gamers’ minds work in a different way… even when we’re out a bar, I have to make an objective list for myself, always looking for little treasure hunts, it’s a way to frame the world.” Now, she takes the energy she spent getting people addicted to video games to helping people realize a healthier lifestyle through incredibly delicious food.

Jun 1, 2018 • 1h 8min
Diane Sanfilippo of Balanced Bites on Ditching Dogma, Practical Paleo, & the 21-Day Sugar Detox
Today we're here with fellow podcaster and the lady behind Balanced Bites, Diane Sanfilippo. Diane is a Holistic Nutritionist specializing in Paleo nutrition, blood sugar regulation, food allergies/intolerances and digestive health. She’s also the author of Practical Paleo and The 21-Day Sugar Detox. I'm sure a lot of you are already familiar with her, but if not, you're in for a treat. In today’s show, Diane and I cover: How to eliminate sugar cravings in 3 weeks The scoop on adrenal fatigue Why the nutrition facts are mostly useless, but you should always read the ingredients Special nutrition and fitness tips for women Why our great-grandmothers didn’t need nutrition lessons And tons more…

May 25, 2018 • 52min
Mark Divine: The Way Of The Seal, Your Best Defense and How to Win At Anything
Today’s show is someone you’ve seen around here before. Mark Divine is an expert around human performance when it comes to mental toughness, leadership, and being a physically ready for anything. Mark is a true Renaissance man, as you'll see on this show. He's a former top ranked Navy SEAL, CPA and MBA professor, and has built a half dozen multimillion-dollar companies. No big deal. On this show with Mark Divine, we talk about: Why the best defense is a good offense How failing loudly and publicly will make you a champion Why successful people are constantly uncomfortable How to unbalance your competitors to win at anything And much more... Buckle up, here it comes.

May 18, 2018 • 51min
Shaun T: My Diet Is Better Than Yours, Butter in His Coffee, & Why He Married a Cartoon
We have a very special episode with my buddy, the one and only Shaun T. He’s the creator of Insanity, Cize, and host of My Diet is Better Than Yours. Shaun has a HUGE heart. I think he’s one of the most inspirational people in fitness. He truly cares about people and can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible. And he also gives epic bro hugs. Onto the show with Shaun T, you’ll learn: What Shaun does when he doesn’t feel like exercising Why Shaun eats carbs How to get fit by dancing Why Shaun’s facial expressions stole the show on ABC The behind the scenes scoop on My Diet is Better Than Yours And much more…

May 11, 2018 • 50min
Dr. Terry Wahls: The Wahls Protocol, How to Reverse MS, & When to Question Your Doctor
This show features the incredibly inspiring story of Dr. Terry Wahls, a clinical professor of medicine, author, and living testament to the power of healing your body with real food. A few years ago, Terry was sentenced to a tilt-recline wheelchair with progressive Multiple Sclerosis. Today, she bikes to work, speaks all over the country, and teaches others to reverse degenerative conditions through the Wahls Protocol. On today's show, we talk about: When you should question your doctor's advice How to mentally adjust from a loss of athleticism How to reverse degenerative disease using the power of real food Changing your diet to combat “aging diseases” How body chemistry is like legos and much more! Alright, let's go hang out with Dr. Wahls.

May 5, 2018 • 52min
Jim Kwik: 10 Simple Tricks To Boost Brain Power & Upgrade Your Memory
This show is with a personal friend of mine who I think has the best name ever for a brain and learning expert—Jim Kwik. We'll be talking about how you can tune up your brain, on the spot, in real time... and what it was like to hang with the entire cast of X-Men.

Apr 27, 2018 • 48min
Karly Pitman: Sugar Cravings, Eating Disorders, & How to Avoid Cookies in the Conference Room
On this show, author and expert in developmental psychology Karly Randolph Pitman teaches us how to heal the emotional roots of eating disorders through unconditional self love, a path she calls, “Growing human kindness.” Karly struggled with bulimia, binge eating, sugar addiction, emotional eating, body hatred, and weight obsession for over 20 years. A speaker, coach, and workshop leader, her passion is practicing, teaching, living and spreading the message of unconditional love. Karly is the author of several books and programs on gentle healing, including Overcoming Sugar Addiction, The 30 Day Lift, and Heal Overeating. In today’s show, we chat about: How to confront and defuse rabid sugar cravings What to do when you encounter a cookie in the conference room How to come to terms with a history of eating disorders and body imageissues And the no willpower way to build impulse control Read the full show notes on FatBurningMan.com.

Apr 20, 2018 • 1h 3min
Nick Polizzi: Sacred Science, Ayahuasca in the Amazon, & The Importance of Ceremony
Can praying over your food change the way you eat? This show with Nick Polizzi will turn your idea of alternative healing on its head. In the heart of the Amazon, “alternative” medicine healing ceremonies can produce baffling results (even for skeptics of the Western World like me). Nick Polizzi is the director of the documentary, The Sacred Science. His work explores holistic alternatives to conventional medicine. His most recent film is The Sacred Science, which follows a group of terminally ill patients who searched for healing in the Amazon jungle.

Apr 6, 2018 • 53min
Dr. Andrew Miles: Why We Binge on Junk (and What To Do About It)
Why do we eat when we’re not hungry? Today we’re here with Andrew Miles, award-winning doctor of oriental medicine, whose work connects traditional Chinese medicine, Western science, and the future of healing. Andrew Miles specializes in treating chronic pain, opiate dependence, and gut health. He has received awards from the Chinese and Taiwanese governments for the preservation of and contribution to Chinese martial arts and medicine. Andrew's wife holds a PhD in herbal pharmacology and together they work to bridge the gap between Chinese culture and the Anglo-sphere through “botanical biohacking.” On this show, you’re going to learn: Why so many of us overeat The importance of balancing your gut microbiome How herbs fit into the future of medicine Why Jägermeister is healthier than Diet Coke, and more!