

Supplement Engineer Podcast
Robert A. Schinetsky
The Supplement Engineer Podcast centers on the expansive dietary supplement industry. Each episode will "deconstruct the science of supplements" as well as feature notable figures in the sports nutrition industry. Whether you're a supplement newbie or pre workout addict, this is the podcast for you!
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Aug 13, 2022 • 1h 48min
The Final Scoop #109: Supplements & pre workouts during pregnancy, Beast Mode Burn & MORE
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The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics discussed during this week’s installment include:
Supplements & pre workouts during pregnancy
Apollon entering CBD market?
Beast Sports Beast Mode Burn
BPI Sports Method Man Killer Bee Pre
Naughty Boy Life Pac
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
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Aug 7, 2022 • 1h 49min
The Final Scoop #108: Garbage Goli Gummies, 1st Phorm Energy, Ekkovission Dethroner & MORE
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The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Ekkovision Dethroner Pre-Workout
Overengineering supplements
Thoughts on NutriSystem Meal Plan service
1st Phorm Energy Drink
Goli Kids Multi Gummies
New InnoSlim research showing improvements in blood glucose control and cholesterol profile
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
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Aug 4, 2022 • 1h 4min
Episode #161: Gene Bruno -- VP of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs at NutraScience Labs
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In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, Gene Bruno.
Gene has over 40 years of experience in the supplement industry. Currently, he serves as the Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs at NutraScience Labs and Professor of Nutraceutical Science at Huntington University of Health Sciences.
More About Gene Bruno:
Gene Bruno, MS, MHS, RH(AHG) possesses 42 years of dietary supplement industry experience. With a master’s degree in nutrition and a second master’s degree in herbal medicine, he has a proven track record of formulating innovative, evidence-based dietary supplements.
Show Notes
In this information-filled episode, Gene and I discuss:
Gene's origin story
A look inside DSHEA
branded vs generic ingredients
Gene's formulation philosophy
Gene's personal supplementation regimen
Supplements & healthcare professionals
and MORE
Where to Find Gene & NutraScience Labs
NutraScience Labs Website: https://www.nutrasciencelabs.com/
Telephone: (855) 492-7388
Before You Go...
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Aug 1, 2022 • 2h 1min
The Final Scoop #107: Muscle Sport Anabolic Coma, Official collaborations vs ”inspired” designs
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The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Economic recession and inflation impact on supplement costs
When ordering a product to be manufactured do you lock in a rate or does it fluctuate
Muscle Sport Anabolic Coma
Official collaborations vs “inspired” product labels
MyProtein animal-free Whey Forward
Terror Labz Maniac pre workout
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
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Jul 23, 2022 • 1h 30min
The Final Scoop #106: Ghost + RAW Thavage Legend Pre-workout, Kanna vs Zembrin, Fav Post Workout meal
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Save 15% on Apollon Nutrition products: https://www.apollonnutrition.com/discount/Finalscoop
The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Switching away from dicaffeine malate
Generic Kanna vs Zembrin vs KannaEase
What’s more important? Releasing new flavors or more products
Do you supplement with collagen and do you count it towards daily protein intake?
What is your go-to post-workout meal or snack?
Ghost + Raw Nutrition’s Thavage Legend Pre-Workout
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
If you enjoy this podcast and want to see more content like it, please consider leaving a review!
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Jul 16, 2022 • 1h 53min
The Final Scoop #105: Cellucor C4 Changes, Obvi Multi Collagen, BPC-157 Experiences & MORE
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Save 15% on Apollon Nutrition products: https://www.apollonnutrition.com/discount/Finalscoop
The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Experience with BPC-157
Choline boosters in pre workouts
Controlled LabsOrange Brain Wash
Retro Muscle Palm Beach Pumps Pump Pre-Workout
Adapt Nutrition Pre-TRAIN
Shane’s recap of the STACK3D expo
C4 original rebrands and tweaks formula
Obvi Collagenic Burn and Multi Collagen
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
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Jul 15, 2022 • 1h 44min
Episode #160: Dr. Scott Stevenson Returns -- Caffeine-only vs Pre Workout Supplement Research
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In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, Dr. Scott W. Stevenson rejoins the podcast.
Dr. Scott is a highly accomplished individual with decades of experience in the fitness industry.
He holds a PhD in Applied Exercise Physiology from the University of Georgia. He's also a licensed acupuncturist, published author, competitive bodybuilder, and the creator of FORTITUDE TRAINING.
In this information-filled episode, Dr. Scott, Lukasz, and I discuss:
Dr. Scott's new setup
Intra workout supplementation when training in hot & humid environments
Caffeine vs C4 pre workout supplement research study
Does habitual caffeine intake negate its performance boosting effects
and MORE
Dr. Scott Stevenson IG: https://www.instagram.com/fortitude_training/
Fortitude Training Website: https://drscottstevenson.com/index.html
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Jul 9, 2022 • 2h 14min
The Final Scoop #104: Nutrex Hemo-Rage Unleashed, Cialis Pre Workout, FinaFlex + MoonPie Collab
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The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Working with manufacturers to beta-test and improve flavors
Why is there no Huperzine-A in Overtime?
Thoughts on Cialis as a pre workout
KLOUT PWR Ultimate Pump Cap
EkkoVision Dethroner pre workout
FinaFlex + MoonPie = PowerPie collaboration
Are protein blends always better than whey protein or casein protein?
Nutrex Hemo-Rage Unleashed
& MORE
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
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Jul 7, 2022 • 1h 19min
Episode #159: Jim McMahon -- Founder/Owner Mutant, Pure Vita Labs, & Fit Foods Ltd.
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In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, longtime industry veteran and brand owner Jim McMahon joins the show.
Jim is the founder & owner of Fit Foods Ltd., Pure Vita Labs (PVL), Whey Gourmet, and MUTANT.
Show Notes
Topics discussed during our conversation include:
Jim's origin story
Jim's first supplement ever OAT (ornithine, arginine, and tryptophan)
Flavor layer technology
Origins of Mutant Mass
Manufacturing supplements in Canada
Thoughts on mandatory product testing
Jim's approach to vetting athletes for sponsorship
Shawn Ray's signing with Mutant
and MORE
Before You Go...
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Jul 2, 2022 • 1h 54min
The Final Scoop #103: Why Do Test Levels Decline? Animal XL Creatine & MORE
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The Final Scoop is a no-holds barred, snowflake-free panel discussion podcast born out of a desire to cut through all the fluff, frills, and BS that litters the sports nutrition and fitness industry.
Our panel includes an international assembly of industry insiders united by a common goal -- to deliver honest, straightforward information on all matters concerning training, nutrition, and supplementation sans industry-sponsored endorsements or paid advertisements.
Panel members include:
Shane Smith, Stack3d
Robert Samborsky, Apollon Nutrition
Lukasz Rytkowski, Prometeus Intelligent Sports Technology
Robert Schinetsky, The Supplement Engineer
Show Notes
Topics covered this week:
Animal Creatine XL & Creatine Chews
Paracetamol + Ginkgo Biloba
Gorilla Apha Yeti Juice
Glaxon Specimen Max Pink Lemonade
Bruce Buffer “It’s Time” Energy Drink
Why do testosterone levels naturally decline?
& MORE
Where to Find The Final Scoop Cast
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Apollon Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/apollonnutrition/
Robert Samborsky IG: https://www.instagram.com/robik2075/
Apollon Nutrition Website: https://www.apollonnutrition.com
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Before You Go...
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