Savage Perspective Podcast

Consistency and discipline are essential when it comes to successfully maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Luis Villasenor has been in the ketogenic space for 23 years and is an absolute beast when adhering to this nutritional protocol. It was a pleasure to welcome him back to the podcast and pick his brain.   What we discussed:   His thoughts on satiety per calorie (2:59) Nutrient density (10:01) Variety in your diet and keeping it simple (13:34) Flexible dieting (16:48) His protein recommendation (19:09) The structure of his personal nutrition (25:11) Body fat percentage (27:21) Keys to longevity on the ketogenic diet (29:05) Exogenous hormones (32:05) The importance of regular lab work (35:34) How his blood hormone levels have changed over the years (37:25) Timing protein consumption and workouts (39:24) The effects of a cut on the body (49:03) The importance of having a structured reverse diet (56:06) Hormones and female clients (1:01:52) Water retention and electrolytes (1:07:07) Trends in the ketogenic space (1:11:33) Sustainability (1:21:45)   Where to learn more from Luis:   Keto Gains If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

For this episode, I welcomed David Jordan to discuss his experience with the ATG program for knee health. We met through my newsletter, and I was stoked to invite him to the podcast. We talked about a little bit of everything, including training, so I know you can take something from this episode.   What you’ll hear:   Why David decided to try the ATG program initially (1:33) The benefits of ATG training (4:31) Crepitus of the knees (8:45) Specifics of following the program (10:41) Minimalist footwear (14:52) Nasal breathing and mouth taping (21:21) Post-competition meals (25:09) Fruit and vegetable consumption (28:53) OMAD (30:28) Variety in meals (36:43) Timing meals in regards to training (38:53) Doug Brignole (42:11) David’s training routine (46:09) Trainer Mike Van Wyck (51:33) Restarting the ATG program myself and following the instructions this time (54:13) Keeping it simple with training (57:03) Competition prep experience (59:33) Keto Brick logistics (1:14:16)   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

Vanessa is a special repeat guest and has quite an inspirational story. In this episode, I wanted to peel back the curtain and learn more about her process of becoming the fittest version of herself.   What you’ll hear:   Adjusting to life as a new parent (2:01) How to fit workouts and weight training into the busy life of a new mother (4:12) The importance of weight training, especially for women, and why women are so hesitant to start (8:46) Her journey of going from 40% body fat to 20% (14:04) Improving your relationship with food (17:26) Her macro allotment (18:04) Focusing her consumption around protein (23:59) Her thoughts on the recommendation of one gram of protein per one pound of lean body mass (27:38) Our digestive systems and fiber (34:04) Heavy hitters that she has discovered regarding mitochondrial health (41:00) Tests for gauging mitochondrial health (49:45) Red light therapy (56:12)   Where to learn more from Vanessa:   Instagram Podcast Ketogenic Girl If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

Anna Vocino is killing it in a saturated market, and this episode may be just what you need if you want to add a little variety to your ketogenic meal prep. Anna is an extraordinaire when it comes to gluten-and-grain free cooking and it was a pleasure to learn from her.   What you’ll hear:   How she has been able to find success in the cookbook market (1:25) What she’s excited about in the way things are trending in the nutrition space as of late (4:06) Substitute foods (7:03) Keeping it simple when not in “work mode” (11:01) Bare necessities regarding kitchen tools (12:43) Meal prepping (17:12) Which cuisine she finds the most difficult to make keto-friendly (18:40) Rice alternative (20:31) Anna’s personal nutritional protocol (23:35) Her career as a writer and recipe guru (26:48) How she finds inspiration for her recipes (30:28) The importance of reading labels, especially for spices (33:52) The addition of sugar to many products we’re ordering and consuming (47:02) Common anti-caking agents (48:28) Primal Kitchen products (50:45) Making keto sustainable (55:26) My dietary protocol during my prep and things I’m tweaking (56:55)   Where to find out more about Anna and her recipes:   Eat Happy Kitchen   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

Are you aware of how nutrition can affect your sex life? In this episode, we’re shaking things up a bit with Susan Bratton, an intimacy expert and sexual biohacker. If you’ve ever struggled with sexual fulfillment, this is the episode for you.   What we discussed:   Her areas of expertise (2:01) Why there is a stigma attached to sexual pleasure (5:35) Sex as more than just intercourse (6:47) What she’s seen over the last couple of decades regarding the view of sex as a transaction vs. actual intimacy (14:08) Sex as a selfless act (17:17) Steps to take to improve your sex life (19:49) How to keep intimacy alive as parents to a young family (28:06) Yoni massage (30:53) How improved health can lead to a more satisfying sex life (34:00) The correlation between diet and sexual performance (36:13) The Vasper System (43:21) Exogenous hormones (47:55) What she’s diving into right now (55:34)   Where to learn more from Susan Bratton:   Personal Life Media Better Lover Susan Bratton If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

The hot topic of “satiety per calorie” has been all the rage lately, especially on Twitter. Raphael Sirtoli, a PhD candidate in health sciences and all-around smart guy, is pretty vocal in his support for this trend. I tend to disagree with this trend, but I wanted to have someone knowledgeable about the subject on the podcast to have an educated discussion. I learned a lot, and I know you will as well.   What we discussed:   Looking behind the curtain regarding satiety per calorie (1:43) The differences between the SPC and PE diets (4:41) Dietary fat (8:20) Food “scores” in the SPC model (10:50) Good foods, bad foods, and the way bodies react differently to various dietary approaches (14:16) SPC and scores as a work in progress (21:55) Why humans overcomplicate nutrition (26:07) Making your way through the weeds of conflicting data (28:29) How Raphael structures his own nutrition (30:54) Finding a happy medium or balance (36:07) His “elevator pitch” (37:27) Where to learn more about Raphael and SPC:   Twitter   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

Do you know how the meat you consume is raised and harvested? Will Harris is behind White Oak Pastures, a farm that transitioned away from industrial farming and is now focused on humane practices and regenerative agriculture. Learning more about their operation was a pleasure, and I encourage you to check out their website to see more of what they’re all about. I know you’ll learn a ton from this episode.   What we discussed:   His presence in the ketogenic space (2:29) The origin story of White Oak Pastures (5:11) The differences between industrial and regenerative agriculture (11:11) Greenwashing (15:37) What is regenerative land management (17:40) The timeframe and process when raising cattle humanely (21:41) Large vs. small food distribution (32:59) The importance of building a close-knit community (34:44) Online commerce (37:04) Interning at White Oak Pastures (41:35) A typical day in the life of Will Harris (43:15) Where the trajectory of the farm is heading (45:15) Fraudulent messaging being perpetuated by Big Food (49:21) Focusing on making an impact (53:51)   Where to learn more about Will and White Oak Pastures:   White Oak Pastures   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!  

Are you interested in sustainable sources of protein? Eli Halpern is the CEO of Golden Cricket, a protein bar made out of–you guessed it–crickets. But if that grosses you out, not to worry. We discussed everything from business to MMA, so I’ve got no doubt you’ll be able to take something from this episode.   What you’ll hear:   Eli’s origin story (1:40) The benefits of martial arts (3:15) What his daily schedule looks like (6:06) The point in his life where he realized that he needed to change trajectories (9:14) His experiences in Thailand (13:57) Standup comedy and his inspiration (17:22) His nutritional protocol (22:30) How Golden Cricket came to be (23:!5) How the product has been received (27:32) The process behind harvesting crickets and making the bars (30:09) The vegan reception of the product (32:06) Sobriety (34:21) Thoughts for those interested in experimenting with substances (36:46) Future plans for the business (43:09) How his experiences in life and with substances have affected him long-term in regards to spirituality and mindset (47:08) Podcasts he’s listening to and what inspires him (53:07)   Where to find Eli for more laughs and cricket power:   Golden Cricket Instagram   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!

We know heart health is important, but it’s easy to get bogged down with all of the information on cholesterol, blood pressure, and how nutrition affects the well-being of your heart. Dr. Kozmicki is a cardiologist diagnosed with Type I diabetes in his forties. He has abundant knowledge and experience in cardiology and nutrition, and I learned a ton from him today. What you’ll hear:   Dr. Kosmicki’s backstory and how he became interested in cardiology (1:36) The general demographic he works with in his clinic (4:29) Tests to get done proactively to keep yourself apprised of your heart health (6:22) The nuances of cholesterol (8:18) Pros and cons of statins (13:14) Negative side effects of statin use (16:48) Blood pressure (19:43) Diabetes and nutrition and Dr. Kosmicki’s diabetes diagnosis (23:12) Ketogenic diet and traditional Western medicine (40:05) His running journey (44:37) Preparing nutritionally for a marathon (47:06) Running shoes (51:45) What he’s got in the pipeline for the future (54:30)   Where to learn more:   Marathon Training for a Cause   If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!  

If you need some inspiration, then this is the episode for you! Chris Ruden has had to overcome many obstacles in his life, but he hasn’t let that stand in the way of becoming a total badass. It was a fantastic conversation; I know you’ll also learn something from it.   What we discussed:   The obstacles he has faced and which was the most difficult (2:37) Growing up being made fun of and finally developing confidence (5:18) Falling into a leadership role at an early age (7:22) The brutality of childhood honesty and how he overcame it (11:08) The importance of developing a positive narrative to live by (12:19) Stoicism and how that mentality has helped him through life (14:23) How his disability has been a stepping stone toward his success (18:48) Powerlifting and building a business (20:11) The challenges he faces as a powerlifter with disabilities (22:04) Nutrition (24:25) Learning how to relax and not feel guilty (28:37) Contentment, no complacency (31:18) The three keys to happiness (35:14) Being overrun by fear (36:46) What drives him, what has him excited (38:11) Public speaking (40:28) Communication is key (44:29) Getting paid for speaking events (46:19) Leveling up to gain perspective (49:48) What he’s reading now (50:39) Owning up to your decisions (56:11)   Where to learn more about Chris:   Chris Ruden Instagram If you loved this episode, and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!