

Fitt Insider
Joe Vennare
Fitt Insider is the show where we talk with the entrepreneurs, executives, and investors who are redefining the business of fitness and wellness.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 36min
301. Katie Wilson, Co-founder and CEO of BelliWelli
In this insightful conversation, Katie Wilson, co-founder and CEO of BelliWelli, shares her journey in making gut health fun and accessible. She discusses the unique challenges of marketing fiber products and addresses the overwhelm faced by millennial women in wellness. From an unexpected pitch to Walmart shifting their focus from bars to powders, Katie reveals innovative strategies for retail expansion and the importance of combining fiber with probiotics and electrolytes. Her passion for enhancing digestive wellness shines through!

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Aug 5, 2025 • 41min
300. Leo Grady, PhD, Founder and CEO of Jona
Leo Grady, PhD, is the visionary founder and CEO of Jona, leveraging AI and metagenomic sequencing to redefine metabolic health. In this engaging discussion, he reveals how microbiome tests may soon eclipse blood tests in assessing health. Grady explains the use of AI to analyze vast medical literature, turning data into actionable health insights. He also introduces the concept of digital twins for predicting health outcomes, showcasing future innovations in personalized health diagnostics that aim to revolutionize preventative care.

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Jul 29, 2025 • 40min
299. Dr. Darshan Shah, Founder and CEO of Next Health
Dr. Darshan Shah, a physician and founder of Next Health, dives into the future of longevity-focused clinics. He discusses the four pillars of longevity care and the importance of personalized N-of-1 medicine. The conversation highlights the seismic shift from traditional healthcare to a proactive, holistic approach, blending advanced technologies with wellness practices. Dr. Shah also shares insights on the complexities of medical franchising and the innovative strategies driving Next Health's expansion. Tune in for a fresh perspective on optimizing health!

Jul 22, 2025 • 42min
298. Scott Hickle, Co-Founder and CEO of Throne
Scott Hickle, co-founder and CEO of Throne, is revolutionizing health tracking using AI and computer vision. They discuss breaking down the stigma around bathroom health and the potential for their innovative device to detect cancer through waste analysis. Scott shares insights into the challenges of developing user-friendly health tech and the importance of reliable data in fostering consumer trust. The conversation highlights Throne's vision for making health insights accessible and applicable in everyday life, promising a future where gut health monitoring is seamless.

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Jul 15, 2025 • 43min
297. Steve Martocci, Co-Founder and CEO of SuppCo
In this discussion, Steve Martocci, co-founder and CEO of SuppCo, shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to health advocate. He reveals how SuppCo uses a 29-point trust scoring system to bring transparency to the supplement industry. The conversation covers the importance of independent testing, balancing personalization with collective trust, and the influence of community feedback on health decisions. Steve also tackles the challenges of navigating a market filled with misleading practices and emphasizes the need for consumer education.

Jul 8, 2025 • 51min
296. Sean Hoess and Tyler Wakstein of Eudēmonia Summit
Today, I’m joined by Sean Hoess and Tyler Wakstein of Eudēmonia Summit. Eudēmonia Summit is a transformational wellness festival combining science-backed education, immersive experiences, and community to promote health, longevity, and personal growth. In this episode, we discuss designing purposeful wellness experiences and formally announce our new partnership. We also cover: The Eudēmonia x Fitt Insider Health Innovation Lab Balancing innovation with science and integrity Political polarization in health and wellness Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Thrive in 25 Sweepstakes: https://eudemonia.net/thrive-in-25/ Eudēmonia Summit Tickets: https://eudemonia.net/ Partnerships Email: partnerships@eudemonia.net - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (02:00) From Wanderlust to Eudēmonia (06:00) Tyler's Summit Series Experience and Community Building (09:15) Creating Authentic Experiences and Avoiding Commerce-First Events (14:15) Experience Design (18:20) The Eudemonia Experience (23:15) Partnership Announcement (30:25) Cultural Explosion of Health Awareness Post-COVID (31:05) Balancing Innovation with Scientific Rigor (35:50) Addressing Political Polarization in Health and Wellness (44:35) Roadmap (48:05) Ticketing, Sponsorship, and Participation Opportunities (50:31) Conclusion

Jul 1, 2025 • 41min
295. Sylvia Kang, Co-founder & CEO of Mira
Today, I'm joined by Sylvia Kang, co-founder and CEO of Mira. Enabling at-home hormone tracking, Mira combines hardware with app-based data interpretation, AI assistance, and coaching to help women navigate all stages of life. In this episode, we discuss revolutionizing women's health management through hormones. We also cover: Breaking taboos in women’s health Building the largest continuous hormone dataset Expanding from fertility to comprehensive wellness Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Mira’s Website: https://miracare.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mirafertility/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mirafertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mirafertility/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MiraFertility Podcast: Coming Soon on Apple Podcasts and Spotify - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (00:25) Sylvia's Background: From Pianist to Biomedical Engineering (02:30) The Gap in Women's Fertility and Hormone Education (04:00) Early Challenges Building in Women's Health (06:50) Consumer Reception and Community Building (08:45) Understanding Women's Health Problems Across Life Stages (12:25) Women's Health as Wellness Management (15:45) Building the World's Largest Hormone Dataset (20:20) Research Partnerships and Clinical Applications (22:15) Competition and Market Landscape in Hormone Tracking (24:45) Connecting Data to Actionable Solutions (30:05) Full-Stack Vision vs Focused Approach (32:40) Expanding Beyond Fertility to Comprehensive Women's Health (37:00) New Product Launch: Ultra Four Test (38:15) Conclusion

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Jun 24, 2025 • 42min
294. Saad Alam, Co-founder & CEO of Hone Health
Saad Alam, co-founder and CEO of Hone Health, leads a longevity care platform revolutionizing health with AI diagnostics and personalized treatment. He dives into normalizing hormone health for all, emphasizing empowerment in both men's and women's health. The discussion shifts to the urgent need for reforming medical education and improving access to premium care for underserved communities. Alam also envisions a future where proactive, tailored health solutions are at the forefront, transforming traditional healthcare into a more accessible model.

Jun 17, 2025 • 38min
293. Dr. Roozbeh Ghaffari, Co-Founder and CEO of Epicore
In this conversation with Dr. Roozbeh Ghaffari, co-founder and CEO of Epicore Biosystems, the focus is on innovative sweat-sensing wearables that monitor hydration and key biomarkers. Ghaffari discusses the evolution of hydration technology from sports to broader wellness and industrial applications. He emphasizes the importance of real-time hydration tracking and shares insights on partnerships with major brands like Gatorade and PepsiCo. The discussion also touches on advancing biomarker research for enhanced health monitoring across various industries.

Jun 10, 2025 • 39min
292. Dugal Bain-Kim, Co-Founder and CEO of Lifeforce
Dugal Bain-Kim is the co-founder and CEO of Lifeforce, a telehealth platform that aims to make longevity medicine accessible. In this conversation, he dives into how technology is transforming health management. Dugal discusses the blend of AI and human support for personalized care, emphasizing the role of behavioral change in achieving health goals. He also explores innovative partnerships that help bridge wellness gaps and make lasting impacts on consumer health. The insights into translating complex health data into actionable strategies are particularly eye-opening!