Savage Perspective Podcast

In this episode of The Work, we’re diving deep into a topic that’s been heavy on my mind lately: integrity. We start off with a little trip down memory lane, reflecting on the lessons our parents instilled in us—like the time my brother and I learned a hard lesson about honesty after a "free" gumball heist at the barbershop. It’s those small moments that build the foundation for how you handle yourself when no one is looking.We also touch on some recent headlines surrounding Peter Attia and the importance of holding ourselves to a high moral standard, regardless of how much "knowledge" someone might have. If you aren't a good person, the rest of it doesn't really matter.On the health front, I’m launching into a brand-new 30-day experiment. After a decade of strict keto with minimal fiber, I’m cranking my fiber intake way up to see how it affects my satiety, digestion, and overall performance. I break down exactly what my "note-meal" looks like and how I'm balancing these new macros while staying lean.Plus, we’ve got some massive business updates:The Ultimate Carnivore Convenience Collab: We’re giving away over $6,500 worth of food and gear with our friends at Carnivore Snacks, Carnivore Bar, and Craft Fish Co.Carnivore Cake Pop is Back: Our lowest-carb, highest-protein brick is officially back in stock.Project Grit: I’ve officially taken over the brand! We’ve moved all the inventory in-house, and I’m sharing a special discount code for the listeners.Use code: THEWORK for 20% off at ProjectGrit.comThanks for tuning in. Remember: how you do anything is how you do everything. Stay savage!Would you like me to create a list of the specific high-fiber food sources mentioned in my experiment for you?Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

In a world that pushes for comfort, the path to true strength is paved with self-imposed hardship. Navy SEAL instructor and survival expert John Barklow joins Robert Sikes on the Savage Perspective Podcast to reveal the secrets to building unbreakable mental toughness and the life lessons learned from hunting adventures. In episode 856, discover the mindset required to not just survive, but thrive in the wild and in life. Learn about tactical survival systems, the gear that actually matters, and why every man must seek challenges to forge resilience and become harder to kill.Ready to build a body as resilient as your mind? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass and start your journey to becoming stronger and more capable in every aspect of life. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jbarklowGet Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - Why Modern Men Need to Hunt 0:39 - John Barklow's Mission to Make You Harder to Kill 1:18 - The Philosophy of Becoming Harder to Kill 1:42 - How a Navy Diver Became a SEAL Team Instructor 3:02 - How Special Operations Survival Systems Are Built 4:34 - What is a Survival System? 5:21 - The "Sharks in the Water" Mentality of Elite Teams 5:52 - How to Build Discipline with Daily Hardships 8:02 - Is "Societal Cancer" Making People Weak? 9:30 - The 9-Month Cold Shower Challenge for Mental Toughness 12:53 - Why Every Man Needs to Experience The Hardship of a Hunt 14:46 - The Biggest Mistake Young Men Make Today 15:43 - The Real Reason for Doing Hard Things (It's Not About Suffering) 17:38 - Why "Maintenance" is a Myth: You're Either Growing or Decaying 18:40 - Leading by Example: How to Set the Standard 21:35 - A Beginner's Guide to Tactical Survival 22:32 - Tree Stand vs. Spot and Stalk: Which is a Better Hunt? 26:00 - The 3 Ways Your Body Loses Heat (And How to Stop It) 29:55 - The #1 Mistake People Make That Ends a Hunt Early 32:30 - The Perfect Pack Weight for a Backcountry Hunt 39:05 - The 3 Non-Negotiable Pieces of Gear for Any Environment 43:23 - What is a "Possibles Pouch" and Why You Need One 46:17 - The 7 Critical Capabilities of a Survival Kit 50:06 - The Truth About Modern Hunting Gear "Systems" 52:00 - How to Build a Complete 8-Piece Cold Weather System 59:07 - Why John Barklow Joined Sitka Gear 1:04:28 - Is Hunting Becoming More or Less Popular? 1:10:59 - Why Hunting is a Critical Family Heritage 1:13:01 - How Hunting Connects You to The Food You Eat 1:16:31 - Why Even Vegans Should Experience a Hunt 1:18:29 - The Real Off-Season: Why Elite Hunters Never Stop Training 1:20:02 - Where to Find John Barklow

A vegan diet nearly cost him his life, leading to severe anorexia and chronic Lyme disease. On episode 855 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Frank Bohne to hear his unbelievable story. Frank shares the truth about his 10 weeks of forced treatment for his eating disorder, how his testosterone plummeted, and his eventual recovery through a raw carnivore diet. This conversation covers his health journey, from malnourishment to butchering and eating his own raw meat.Ready to build a strong and healthy body with a proven method? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the exact steps for optimizing your health and physique. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow Frank on IG: https://www.instagram.com/instafrank95/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - How a Vegan Diet Led to Anorexia & Lyme Disease 0:38 - Guest Intro: Frank Bohne's Radical Transformation 2:55 - What Convinced Him to Go Vegan? 4:09 - His Shocking Weight at 6'1" on a Vegan Diet 6:15 - Was He Binging and Purging or Just Malnourished? 6:41 - The Moment He Realized His Health Was Collapsing 8:13 - Inside the "Psychological Warfare" of Anorexia Treatment 9:56 - His Testosterone Levels Were in the Double Digits 12:00 - The Controversial "Everything in Moderation" Treatment Method 15:09 - What Was His Family Life Like During His Decline? 16:29 - How Do They Measure "Progress" in Treatment? 18:15 - Did He Quit Veganism After Leaving the Hospital? 21:00 - What Kind of "Food" Do They Serve in Treatment? 22:39 - From Veganism to a Keto-Carnivore Diet 24:41 - How Did He Get Chronic Lyme Disease? 26:32 - The Joe Rogan Episode That Changed His Life 28:34 - A Word From Our Host: No Ads, Just Value 30:16 - Why He Started Eating Raw Sheep Eyes 32:48 - Does He Eat Primarily Sheep or Beef? 34:36 - Why Lamb is One of the Best Keto-Carnivore Foods 37:00 - How Long Does One Sheep Last Him? 38:25 - How He Stores a Whole Lamb in His Toyota Prius 39:18 - Does He Prefer a Certain Taste or Texture? 42:55 - Is This Lifestyle Another Form of Eating Disorder? 45:32 - How the Vegan Community Reacts to Him Now 48:20 - His Plan to Create More Butchering Content 49:23 - How Much Does It Cost to Buy and Butcher a Whole Sheep? 52:40 - What's the Future Hold for Frank? 55:57 - How Does He Vet Farmers to Avoid Parasites in Raw Meat? 58:09 - Where to Find More From Frank Bohne

Winter Storm & Business OperationsWe got slammed with a blizzard here in Arkansas, which is a bit of a different beast than what I’m used to from Minnesota because the infrastructure just isn't the same. Fortunately, the extra insulation and prep work I did on the pipes after they burst two years ago held up, and we didn't have any issues at the facility. Even though UPS wasn't running, we were still in on Monday packaging orders to make sure we didn't fall behind.Product & Event UpdatesRestocks: We are restocking Carnivore Cake Pop this Friday.Inventory Alert: The Primal Fudge tallow bricks are dwindling, so if you've been eyeing those, now is the time to jump on it.World Carnivore Month: We’ve seen a massive influx of orders for the Carnivore Bricks as people wrap up the month. I've been doing "meat and bricks" for three weeks now; I'm down over 5 pounds and feeling lean, though I’m looking forward to adding some variety back in soon.The Retreat: We have a mud run meatup/retreat coming up at the end of February. There are only two spots remaining, and we'll be closing registration two weeks prior.Bodybuilding: Registration is officially open for the Natural State Savages competition, which is about 33 weeks out.The Seed Oil & Research DebateI spent some time catching up on a recent debate involving Lane Norton regarding polyunsaturated fats and seed oils. Lane’s stance—based on his meta-analysis of the research—is that when calories are equated and trans fats are removed, there isn't sufficient evidence to label seed oils like linoleic acid as uniquely deleterious. While I respect Lane’s work in the bodybuilding space, my personal philosophy remains focused on eating as naturally and minimally processed as possible.We also touched on a new paper by Dr. Andrew Koutnik (with contributions from Dom D’Agostino and Tim Noakes) regarding carbohydrate loading for endurance. The research suggests that by not consuming exogenous carbs, the body may actually be more efficient at preserving stored muscle glycogen through fat oxidation. It’s sparked a lot of derision online because it challenges the status quo, but I think it’s vital to stay open-minded and willing to look past the five-second Instagram reels to get to the actual truth.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

Your favorite snacks are filled with toxic seed oils and ingredients that are harming your health. What if you could enjoy delicious, crunchy chips made the right way, fried in healthy beef tallow, that actually taste better than the junk food versions?In episode 854 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Steven Rofrano, the founder of Masa Chips. Steven shares his incredible journey from being a software engineer at Facebook to launching a successful food brand from his parents' backyard. They discuss the problems with modern food processing, the dangers of seed oils, and the importance of quality control. Steven explains his business philosophy of creating snacks that are both truly healthy and incredibly tasty, returning to traditional preparation methods. This conversation explores the challenges of scaling a business, the differences between direct-to-consumer and retail models, and why using high-quality ingredients like tallow is crucial for both health and flavor.Ready to build a powerful physique while eating the foods you love? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the exact system for optimizing your health and transforming your body. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow Masa Chips on IG: https://www.instagram.com/masa_chips/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Surprising Origin Story of Masa Chips 1:15 - How a Health Argument Inspired a Business 3:31 - How To Make The Perfect Chip in Your Backyard 4:15 - Why He Quit Facebook to Start a Chip Company 7:40 - In-House vs. Co-Packer: The Dangers of Outsourcing 10:27 - DTC vs. Retail: What's the Best Business Strategy? 13:26 - The Biggest Challenge When Building a Food Brand 16:15 - Why Are Healthy Chips So Expensive? A Cost Breakdown 18:54 - What Is The Philosophy Behind Ancient Crunch? 21:20 - Why Tallow Is The Best Fat For Frying 27:43 - How Modern Food Hijacks Your Taste Buds 30:19 - The Truth About Seed Oil Studies 35:41 - Are Seed Oils the #1 Cause of Obesity? 38:48 - How to Avoid Seed Oils in Your Daily Life 40:33 - Are Seed-Oil-Free Foods Here to Stay? 45:13 - Were People Healthier in the 1950s? 49:18 - What is the Future of Masa Chips? 51:27 - Where to Find Masa & Vandy Chips

You can build more muscle and burn 3x the calories just by changing how you walk. This simple low-impact exercise, rucking, is one of the best ways to improve bone density and overall health without the joint pain of running. In episode 853 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes talks with dietitian and rucking expert Kayla Girgen about how to get started with rucking, the best gear to use, and how to avoid common mistakes. They also dive deep into nutrition, explaining how using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can reveal the best foods for your body, why a slow-carb diet might be better than keto for some, and simple tricks to manage your blood sugar for steady energy all day.Want to learn the system to build muscle and optimize your own nutrition? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to get the tools you need to build your best body. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2https://www.instagram.com/kaylagirgenrd/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Ultimate Guide to Rucking & Bio-Hacking Your Nutrition 3:12 - How a Fitness Expert Discovered Rucking 3:37 - The Military Origins and Mental Benefits of Rucking 4:24 - Why Rucking is The Best Exercise for Longevity 5:28 - The #1 Mistake Beginners Make When Rucking 7:20 - How Much Weight Should You Start Rucking With? 8:25 - Is There a Maximum Safe Weight for Rucking? (Military Study) 9:52 - What Is The Best Gear for Rucking? (GoRuck Review) 11:57 - Rucking vs. Walking: What The Data Says About Calorie Burn 13:20 - The Most Important Piece of Rucking Gear You're Ignoring 16:21 - Should You Stop Lifting if You Start Rucking? 18:55 - The Biggest Downside to Rucking 20:33 - A Dietitian's Journey: From Pharmacy to Functional Nutrition 25:14 - The "Slow Carb" Diet: A Dietitian's Simple Framework for Fat Loss 28:02 - Why Modern Society Has a Broken Relationship With Food 33:29 - How to Use a CGM to Find Your Perfect Diet 36:30 - Are CGMs a Waste of Time for Healthy People? 40:09 - What is the Best Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)? 42:21 - How to Lower Your Blood Sugar After a Meal (3 Simple Tricks) 44:12 - The Dangers of "Flatlining" Your Blood Sugar 47:00 - The Hidden Meaning Behind Your Blood Sugar Spikes 48:44 - Should You Go Keto or Carnivore? 50:51 - How to Eat Carbs Without Spiking Your Blood Sugar 54:44 - Do You Really Need to Eat Fiber on a Low-Carb Diet? 58:07 - The Psychological Trick to Sticking With Any Diet 1:00:01 - A Mindset Shift to Optimize Your Health: Stop Asking "What Can I Get Away With?" 1:04:53 - Where to Find Kayla Girgen & Her Book "RuckFit"

What is up, team. Robert here.We just wrapped up Episode 42 of The Work Podcast with Greg, and we got straight into the weeds on mindset, the reality of commitment, and the big moves we’re making for 2026.If you’re looking for the breakdown, here is what we covered:We are already weeks into 2026, and for a lot of people, the resolutions are already dead in the water. We talked about why that happens—people set these rigid, fragile goals without the "switch flip" mentality to back them up. For me, it’s about unwavering commitment. I’m doing "Meat and Bricks" for World Carnivore Month, and I’m already down 5 pounds because I removed the decision fatigue. I flipped the switch, and the noise is gone.I addressed the negativity we saw online recently. I pulled a PR on deadlift, and instead of respect, I got comments about how I "could have pulled more if I ate carbs". It’s the classic "crabs in a bucket" mentality. You could be the leanest person alive or harvest cacao in Brazil by hand, and someone would still complain about the handle of your machete. I don't have time for that. My time is for my family, my business, and the people who actually matter.We are full steam ahead for the competition on September 19th.Logistics: The venue, judges, polygraph, and tanning are locked and loaded.Experience: We are aiming for a swag bag worth $200–$300, blowing the standard "t-shirt and a protein bar" out of the water.Registration: It is open now. Don't be that competitor who waits until they "feel ready" to sign up. Commit now, put the date on the calendar, and let that fear of failure drive your prep.We took a minute to look back at 2016. That was the year I launched Keto Savage, back when Crystal and I were grinding in Washington and eventually living in a warehouse. Seeing where we are now—10 years later, with two kids and a business that supports our "family" here at the compound—puts everything into perspective.Last week was about the competition; this week is all about apparel. We are deep in inventory counts and prepping for a massive relaunch of the apparel line. We’re compartmentalizing the chaos to get it done right.Time to shut out the noise and get back to work. Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

Most men are told their testosterone will crash after 30, but this is a myth used to sell you a solution you don't need. The truth is your body is capable of more than you’ve been led to believe, and true strength comes from consistency, not a vial. In episode 852 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with 62 year old fitness icon Clark Bartram to expose the "TRT scam". They discuss how hard work, proper nutrition, and a powerful mindset are the real keys to building a world class physique naturally, even after 60. Clark shares his journey from using steroids in the 80s to becoming a champion of natural fitness, proving that what you think are your limits are only the beginning.Ready to build your best body the right way? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the proven principles of natural muscle growth and fat loss without the gimmicks. Sign up now: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow Clark on IG: https://www.instagram.com/clarkbartram/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Truth About Testosterone vs. Hard Work 1:49 - The "TRT Scam": A 62-Year-Old's Perspective 5:15 - What's Possible Naturally? Society's Flawed Perception of Fitness 8:44 - How The Internet Creates False Fitness Expectations 12:49 - How Clark Bartram Built His Body: From Steroids to Natural 15:06 - What is Metabolic Mayhem? A Guide to Instinctive Training 17:58 - A Simple Guide to Instinctive Nutrition 19:24 - Is Social Media Hurting The Fitness Industry? 22:15 - The Shortcut Myth: Why Biohacking Isn't The Answer 24:20 - Genetics vs. Lifestyle: Which Matters More For Your Body? 27:00 - A Message From The Host 29:20 - How Mindset Can Beat a Cancer Diagnosis 34:30 - Why Comparison is The Thief of All Joy 39:39 - Is "Healthy At Any Weight" a Dangerous Lie? 42:25 - A Survival Guide: Why You Need Functional Fitness 45:35 - One Life: The Philosophy That Drives Everything 49:18 - How to Live a Life With No Regrets 52:13 - Where to Follow Clark Bartram & His Mission

You are feeding your family a lie. The meat you buy at the grocery store comes from a broken system, but there is a better way to get healthy, nutrient-dense protein that also heals the planet. In episode 851 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with regenerative farmer Stan Oller to reveal how you can use animals to restore nature, improve soil health, and produce the highest quality food you’ve ever tasted. Stan explains the secrets behind rotational grazing for sheep and pigs, how to start your own homestead, and why focusing on your local community is more powerful than trying to feed the world.Ready to apply this same intentional mindset to your own health and fitness? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the system for building muscle and optimizing your metabolism. Get instant access here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - What is Regenerative Agriculture? 0:55 - The Raw Milk Deal That Started a Friendship 1:41 - Why I Accidentally Started a Farm 2:55 - The Problem with the Tyson Chicken Model 6:03 - The "Win-Win-Win" of Regenerative Agriculture 7:17 - The Real Reason We Farm (It's Not Just Profit) 8:23 - How to Drought-Proof Your Farm with Rotational Grazing 11:49 - Can Regenerative Agriculture Feed the World? 14:24 - How Voting With Your Dollar Changes Everything 16:15 - What Animals Are On the Farm? 18:23 - How to Legally Sell Meat From Your Own Farm 22:37 - A Beginner's Guide to Raising Pigs 25:25 - How to Prevent Parasites in Your Livestock 30:21 - How Old Should a Cow Be Before Processing? 33:18 - Is Lamb Actually Tasty? (The Truth About Hair Sheep vs. Wool Sheep) 35:12 - How Farming Teaches Kids Responsibility 37:28 - The Zero Food Waste Philosophy 39:41 - Are More Animals Coming to the Farm? 42:03 - The Easiest & Most Profitable Animal for a Small Homestead 45:44 - How to Start a Conversation With "Intentional" Farming 46:46 - How to Host Your Own Ancestral Eating Retreat 48:19 - Where to Buy Our Regeneratively Raised Meat 50:07 - Testing for Nutrient Density: Proving Quality with Science

What is up, team!We just wrapped up another solid episode, and I’m feeling dialed in. Greg and I got into the weeds on everything from post-deload training stats to the "victim mentality" creeping into today's content. Here is the breakdown of what we covered:Training & Nutrition Update We are fresh off a deload week, and the strength is rebounding hard. I solidified my base and now the numbers are climbing—I hit 505 lbs on Hatfield squats for reps, which was brutal but good. I’m sitting right around 15% body fat, which is exactly where I want to hold. To support that, I’m eating a lot—averaging 3,500 to 3,800 calories a day.My macros are dialed: ~200g of protein and a heavy 250g to 300g of fat. And no, I’m not worried about the saturated fat; I’m getting a healthy mix of stearic and lauric acid from sources like tallow, butter, and cacao butter.The Competitor's Mindset We took a trip down to Little Rock for a posing seminar (and hit up Wright's Barbecue—if you know, you know). On the drive, we talked about the trap first-time competitors fall into. You might bring your absolute best package to the stage, but if you run into a guy who has been competing for ten years, you might not win because you can't control who shows up.If you tie your self-worth to a trophy, you’re setting yourself up to be let down. The goal is always to beat the previous version of yourself. If you transformed your life and body to get on that stage, you’ve already won, regardless of the hardware.Extreme Ownership vs. "Feel Good" Fluff We listened to some Mel Robbins on the drive. Look, she’s popular, but a lot of that content feels like sugarcoating—telling people it’s okay to stay on the couch and relax. I think there is a void in the space for people who need to be told to level the f up*.We need less coddling and more Jocko-style Extreme Ownership. Even if your situation isn’t your fault, act like it is, own it, and find a way to overcome it. The victim mentality is a cancer.Upcoming Events & UpdatesAustin Retreat: The "Mud Run Meetup" in Austin is almost full. We are capping it at around 12 people to keep that camaraderie tight. We’re doing a Tough Mudder, so I’ve been training my agility on the trails to get ready.Family: Crystal just got a gym membership at a new spot about 20 minutes away. I’m stoked for her to have that dedicated space to train and zone out now that the baby is a bit older.Keto Brick: Good news—Chocolate Malt is back in stock this week. We are also working on some new test formulations... let’s just say there might be a "tallow teaser" coming soon.Time to go eat some beef and eggs. Keto on!Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ