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Abel James Show (Video)
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Ready to unlock your full potential to perform at your absolute best? Get cutting-edge insights from 500+ world-class thought leaders in peak performance, health, fitness, longevity, music and brain science.
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 helps millions of people across the world take their health into their own hands by shedding stubborn fat, training like the masters, and getting 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.
The Abel James Show features in-depth interviews with 500+ world-renowned experts including Dr. Mark Hyman, James Clear, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Terry Wahls, Robb Wolf, Dr. Jack Kruse, Nir Eyal, Tony Horton, Dr. Kelly Starrett, Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. John Gray, Tim Ferriss, Lewis Howes, Noah Kagan, Bob Harper, Shawn Stevenson, Tucker Max, Jordan Harbinger, JJ Virgin, Shaun T, JP Sears, and many more.
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, the psychology of happiness, decentralized and functional medicine, holistic biohacking, wearable technologies, artificial intelligence, creativity, artistry, nutrition, regenerative agriculture, strength training, fitness, and habit-change.
Whether you’re looking to drop a few pounds, crush your next athletic feat, or build a multi-million dollar business that actually changes the world for the better, you’re in the right place.
Since its launch in 2012, The Abel James Show (originally called Fat-Burning Man) has hit #1 in Health and Fitness in 8 countries 5 years in a row with 100 million downloads and 2000+ 5-star reviews, winning 4 awards in independent media, including “Best Podcast” at the Impact Awards and “Best Health & Fitness Podcast” at the Podcast Awards.
As a Strategy Consultant, Abel has presented keynotes for the Federal Government, lectured at top universities, and advised Fortune 500 companies. After completing an accelerated B.A. from Dartmouth College, Abel created his own interdisciplinary curriculum to research brain science, music, and technology, graduating as a Senior Fellow with Honors.
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Joshua Weissman: Cooking as an Act of Rebellion
Mar 31, 202501:13:27Tap to summarizeToday, we have a special in-person episode going back in time with our friend Joshua Weissman. This episode was actually recorded many moons ago, but after one of my computers died the files sadly went missing. Now years later, I was able to retrieve most of our conversation and finally edit this show together. Since the original recording of this episode, Joshua has gone on to become one of the most renowned chefs in the world, with incredible viral cooking videos and a couple bestselling cookbooks to his name. If you’d like to follow Joshua (and you’d be crazy not to), find him on the socials by looking for Joshua Weissman or by visiting joshuaweissman.com. If you’d like to get free recipes, and stay up to date about our next in-person events, masterminds and live shows in Austin and beyond, sign up for my newsletter below or at AbelJames.com. On this special episode, you’ll hear: Why Joshua turned down an offer to star on a reality show Joshua’s secrets to making the perfect old-school sourdough Why pro cooks don’t even need to taste their food Why a good white wine should leave a little bit of tingle on the tongue And much more… Quick note: the original high quality audio from the microphones went missing when the computer died, and this audio is from the video camera itself, so apologies if the audio sounds less pro than usual. I hope you enjoy this raw in-person conversation with the one-and-only Joshua Weissman. In this special episode, Abel James reconnects with renowned chef Joshua Weissman in a conversation that was recorded years ago but only recently recovered. Joshua shares his journey from turning down reality TV offers to becoming a viral sensation with his cooking videos and best-selling cookbooks. The discussion delves into the art of cooking, exploring why professional chefs don't need to taste their food, the secrets to perfect sourdough, and the importance of caring about the food you prepare. Joshua emphasizes the significance of cooking as a fundamental human experience, encouraging listeners to embrace the simplicity and therapeutic nature of preparing meals. The episode also touches on broader themes such as the impact of reality TV on personal branding, the evolution of special effects in movies, and the societal shift away from cooking. Joshua and Abel discuss the cultural and emotional connections to food, the importance of maintaining traditional cooking practices, and the joy of sharing homemade meals with others. They explore the idea that cooking is not just about sustenance but a way to connect with others and find meaning in everyday life.
Transcribe →Mark Sisson: Why Walking Beats Running for Longevity
Mar 6, 202501:06:59Tap to summarizeWhat’s better for longevity—running or walking? It’s a bit of a trick question. But if there is one answer, it’s definitely walking. If you want to be fit and live for a long time, you don’t need to subject yourself to suffer fests and slog through long runs. In fact, when you combine daily walks with the habit of sprinting just about once a week, magic starts to happen. Today, I’m thrilled to be joined once again by our friend Mark Sisson, New York Times bestselling author and founder of Primal Kitchen and Peluva minimalist shoes. Mark had an incredible career as an elite endurance athlete, qualifying for the 1980 Olympic trials in the marathon. But as you’ll hear, his high-mileage running habit ultimately took a toll, leading him to rethink everything he thought he knew about fitness and longevity. In his new book, Mark makes a compelling case that we humans are actually born to walk, not necessarily run, and that walking is one of the most powerful and most underrated tools we have for improving our health, body composition, and quality of life. As usual, this conversation challenges mainstream fitness dogma, and Mark always brings the receipts. In this conversation with Mark, you’ll hear: Why effective exercise includes walking, strength training, and sprinting (but not necessarily jogging or running) How “biohacking” is broken Why stem cell treatments might be more dangerous than we thought What longevity really means And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/mark-sisson-why-walking-beats-running-for-longevity/ Pick up Mark’s new book, “Born To Walk” on Amazon or wherever books are sold. Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →Tristan Scott: Hidden Dangers of EMFs and Artificial Blue Light
Feb 24, 202501:06:42Tap to summarizeHave you ever had a concussion? Anyone who’s ever had their bell rung knows recovery can be brutal. But with enough time and the right treatment, our bodies also have the remarkable ability to heal. Today we’re going hard in the paint on brain health, electromagnetic fields and decentralization in tech, food and finance with our friend Tristan Scott. Tristan is an electrical engineer, health marketing lead at Daylight Computer Company, and author of “Bitcoin and Beef.” After suffering from debilitating long-term symptoms following multiple concussions sustained as a college athlete, Tristan made a commitment to healing his brain. This led to a deep dive into the world of alternative health, exploring the critical roles our diet, circadian rhythm and electromagnetic environment play in our health and performance. I met Tristan in Austin last year at Squatch while feasting on delicious beef from our friend Johnny, and from our first conversation it’s clear why Tristan has become a rising voice and leader in the world of alternative health and tech. Tristan’s expertise in electrical engineering gives him a unique perspective on the often-overlooked impacts of EMFs, and how we can reclaim our health and sovereignty in the face of the technological onslaught of the modern world. In this conversation with Tristan Scott, you’ll hear: Easy tips to reduce your exposure to EMFs (from a trained engineer) How Tristan recovered from long-term symptoms following multiple concussions Tristan’s vision for decentralized technology to create a more sovereign future The surprising relationship between bitcoin and beef And more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/tristan-scott-hidden-dangers-of-emfs-and-artificial-blue-light/ Go to https://daylightcomputer.com to explore the Daylight Computer tablet, and pick up Tristan Scott's book "Bitcoin and Beef" here on Amazon Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →John Lee Dumas: How to Quit the Rat Race and Move to Paradise
Feb 6, 202500:51:50Tap to summarizeHave you ever dreamed of dropping out of the rat race and moving to a tropical paradise? This week’s guest actually did it. If you’ve ever struggled through an 80 hour workweek, you know it can be incredibly profitable… but at what cost to your health, happiness and family life? How do you know when enough is enough? Today we’re here with fellow OG podcaster and host of the hit show Entrepreneurs on Fire, my friend John Lee Dumas. After years working 60-80 hours a week living in San Diego, JLD made the life-changing decision to revamp his business and move his family to Puerto Rico, where he now works just 20-30 hours a week kicking back in a Caribbean paradise. And get this—after more than a decade of podcasting, JLD has recorded more than 4,500 podcast interviews with some of the top minds in business, so he has the unique ability to tap into the pulse of what it really means to be a successful entrepreneur, and someone whose successful in business and in life for the long term. In this episode with John Lee Dumas, you’re about to hear: How John reduced his workweek from 80 hours to around 20 hours—doesn’t that sound nice How to achieve longevity in podcasting, business, and life How to adapt to the AI Revolution How to find financial freedom by defining your “enough” And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/john-lee-dumas-how-to-quit-the-rat-race-and-move-to-paradise/ Go to https://uncommonsuccessbook.com/ to grab John Lee Dumas’ top-rated book, "The Common Path to Uncommon Success" and head over to https://www.eofire.com/ to listen to the Entrepreneurs On Fire podcast with John Lee Dumas Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →Paul Chek: How to Optimize Performance and Longevity (without Biohacks)
Jan 23, 202502:03:25Tap to summarizeAre you tired of the never-ending hacks, shortcuts, protocols and gimmicks that some call biohacking? 19-year-olds are juicing up with exogenous hormones and getting implants just to keep up with the Joneses on Instagram. The materialistic worldview pushed by those with something to sell in the world of health can lead to an unhealthy obsession with appearance and status. Is this really what health looks like? How can we transcend the hype, nonsense and noise? Today, I’m honored to be here with the one and only Paul Chek. For over 40 years, Paul has been a pioneer in the world of corrective exercise, kinesiology, and holistic health. But his wisdom extends far beyond the physical, as he shares profound insights on the spiritual and existential dimensions of the human experience. This is no ordinary conversation about health and longevity - it's a masterclass in living an authentic, fulfilling life. In this episode with Paul Chek, you’ll hear: The dangers of taking shortcuts with your health and joining the biohacking cult How to build the courage to be yourself in a world that conditions you to fit in How our spiritual practice can help optimize our health and longevity Why instead of eating cake on his birthday, Paul stacks enormous rocks to create a monument of stone… And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/paul-chek-how-to-optimize-performance-and-longevity-without-biohacks/ Go to https://paulchek.com/ to claim your free 3-week trial to Spirit Gym with Paul Chek, and to browse Paul's books, podcasts, blogs and more Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →Bo Eason: How to Become the Best in the World at What You Do
Jan 10, 202501:32:31Tap to summarizeWhat would happen if you trained like the best athlete in the world? How about the best actor or artist? Today we have the incredible honor of speaking with Bo Eason—a former star safety in the NFL, as well as an acclaimed playwright, author, and coach. After competing with all-time greats like Jerry Rice and Walter Payton in the NFL, Bo changed his dream and went on to write and perform on Broadway… despite having no experience as a writer or stage performer. As he shares his multi-decade journey becoming the best in the world in completely unrelated fields, Bo proves that the principles of mastery truly are universal… and you can learn them, too. This is excellent news for mere mortals like us. In this episode with Bo, you’ll hear: The roadmap to becoming a world class performer in any field Why we need to reclaim our natural physicality instead of apologizing for it How to harness the magic of storytelling to build your dream life And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/bo-eason-how-to-become-the-best-in-the-world-at-what-you-do/ Bo Eason’s book, “There’s No Plan B For Your A-Game” is an 8 time National Best Seller! Order now and claim your bonuses by going to BoEasonBook.com Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →From Illness to Ironman with Brett and Harry of the Meat Mafia
Dec 19, 202400:57:43Tap to summarizeIf you could save $400,000 a year in medical costs by making a radical change to your diet, would you do it? Today we’re here with Brett Ender and Harry Gray, fellow Austinites, former college athletes turned entrepreneurs and hosts of the Meat Mafia podcast. From fitness to faith, we cover a lot of ground in this one and I hope you enjoy. In this episode, you’ll hear: How Brett saved $400,000 a year by making a radical change to his diet The power of lifestyle interventions over medication Strategies to compete as low-carb ultra-endurance athletes How to balance entrepreneurial pursuits with athletic ambitions And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/from-illness-to-ironman-with-brett-and-harry-of-the-meat-mafia/ Go to https://nobleorigins.com/ for Brett and Harry’s nose-to-tail grass-fed beef protein powder with organs, bone marrow, colostrum and more Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: https://abeljames.substack.com/ Listen and support the show on Fountain: https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow on X: https://x.com/abeljames Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus
Transcribe →Suzanne Santo: How to Reinvent a Broken Music Industry
Dec 14, 202400:51:57Tap to summarizeWhy do so many famous, seemingly successful musicians wind up completely broke? In this bonus series, I’m interviewing incredibly talented musicians who are using cutting-edge podcasting technology to reinvent the music industry. Today we’re here with Suzanne Santo, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. A tireless creator, her sound has been described as Americana, Southern-gothic soul, and forward-thinking rock & roll. Santo performed for a decade as a member of the L.A.-based duo HoneyHoney, and went on to tour the world from Greece to Glastonbury as a member of Hozier’s band. You’re going to dig this one. In this episode, you’ll hear: The surprising and tragic truth about big contracts in the music industry How and why musicians lose creative control over their art and identity How to maintain top health and performance on the road How to balance a career as a musician with being a mother Why deleting all of your social media accounts is awesome And much more… Be sure to listen until the end of this show to hear Suzanne’s track, Worried. These special episodes with fellow performing artists are free of ads with no sponsors, so if you like what you’re hearing, you can support this show by sending a “boost” or “boostagram” to this episode on a modern podcasting app like Fountain. If you want to help create a better future for music and podcasting, here’s your challenge: Download the Fountain app. Add a few dollars to your lightning wallet. Find this episode, click the lightning icon, and send us a Boost with an optional message. Since the Abel James Show is now using modern podcasting 2.0 technology, your contribution will automatically be split 50/50 with Suzanne Santo. We truly appreciate your support! If you’d like to hear Suzanne Santo LIVE, we’ll be sharing the stage this Monday, 12/16 at Antone’s in Austin, TX. >> Get your tickets ($10): AntonesNightclub.com >> Or join the Livestream on Tunestr or Adam Curry’s Boostagram Ball podcast (Show starts at 6pm Central / 7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific on Monday, December 16, 2024) Head over to SuzanneSanto.com for music, upcoming shows, merch and more from Suzanne Santo Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/suzanne-santo-how-to-reinvent-a-broken-music-industry/
Transcribe →Stacey McCann: Why “Getting Fired” Needs to Go On Your To-Do List
Dec 13, 202401:10:19Tap to summarizeHow much do musicians actually make streaming and performing live? The truth is gnarlier than you think! But we’re working hard to change that. This is the third episode in our bonus series, where you’re hearing rapid fire interviews with musicians who are reinventing the music industry by using cutting-edge “Value 4 Value” technology. This is all leading up to the first-ever “Sats By SW” Independent Music Summit on December 15th and our live music performance at Antone’s Nightclub on December 16th. Today we’re here with my dear friend and longtime bandmate, Stacey McCann. Stacey is a vocalist, songwriter, bassist, and the leadwoman of S.O.B. & The Dangs (S.O.B. = Stace On Bass). In this episode, you’ll hear: Why you need to add “getting fired” to your to-do list How much musicians actually make streaming and playing live What being a musician was like before social media How to convince yourself to create your dream band And much more… Make sure to listen at the end of this interview for a concert recording where Stacey and I perform live as S.O.B. & The Dangs. You’ll be hearing “Surrender” and “Whole Lot of Trouble.” We hope you dig it. These special episodes with fellow performing artists are free of ads with no sponsors, so if you like what you’re hearing, you can support this show by sending a “boost” or “boostagram” to this episode on a modern podcasting app like Fountain. If you want to help create a better future for music and podcasting, here’s your challenge: Download the Fountain app. Add a few dollars to your lightning wallet. Find this episode, click the lightning icon, and send us a Boost with an optional message. Since the Abel James Show is now using modern podcasting 2.0 technology, your contribution will automatically be split 50/50 with Stacey McCann. We truly appreciate your support! If you’d like to hear S.O.B. and The Dangs LIVE, we’ll be rocking the stage this Monday, 12/16 at Antone’s in Austin, TX. >> Get your tickets ($10): AntonesNightclub.com >> Or join the Livestream on Tunestr or Adam Curry’s Boostagram Ball podcast (Show starts at 6pm Central / 7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific on Monday, December 16, 2024) Head over to sobthedangs.com for music, upcoming shows and more from Stacey McCann Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/stacey-mccann-why-getting-fired-needs-to-go-on-your-to-do-list/
Transcribe →Johnny Elrod: What Real Musicians Think of AI-Generated Music
Dec 12, 202400:54:56Tap to summarizeWhat do real musicians think of AI-Generated music? In this 4-part bonus series, you’ll hear rapid fire interviews with musicians who are using cutting-edge podcasting 2.0 tech to reinvent the music industry. This is all leading up to the first-ever “Sats By SW” Independent Music Summit and our live music performance at Antone’s hosted by the inventor of modern podcasting and legendary MTV VJ, Adam Curry. We’re here today with Johnny Elrod, fellow Texan, musician, and drummer for FM Rodeo. In this episode, you’ll hear: What real musicians think about AI-Generated music How to approach learning a musical instrument in an age of distraction Why having your own music library is better than Spotify Why labor-intensive hobbies that don’t have a financial pay off are worth it And more… Hang on until the end of this interview to hear a track from FM Rodeo, “Rit Jons.” And if you’d like to drop some “sats” in the tip jar for today’s episode, your contributions will automatically be split 50/50 with FM Rodeo. So, to leave a little tip, all you have to do is: Download the Fountain app. Add a few bucks to your lightning wallet. Find this episode, click the lightning icon, and send us a Boost with an optional message. If you’d like to hear FM Rodeo LIVE, we’ll be sharing the stage this Monday, 12/16 at Antone’s in Austin, TX. >> Get your tickets ($10): AntonesNightclub.com >> Or join the Livestream on Tunestr or Adam Curry’s Boostagram Ball podcast (Show starts at 6pm Central / 7pm Eastern / 4pm Pacific on Monday, December 16, 2024) Go to FMRodeoTX.com for upcoming shows, lyrics, merch and more from FM Rodeo Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/johnny-elrod-what-real-musicians-think-of-ai-generated-music/
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