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Savage Perspective Podcast
Hosted by Robert Sikes · EN
The "Savage Perspective Podcast" is hosted by Robert Sikes, WNBF Pro Natural Bodybuilder. Robert has been deconstructing human performance and is willing to push the envelope to see what is possible. He's been following a ketogenic lifestyle for over a decade, is the founder and formulator of Keto Brick, and has a passion for helping others achieve their highest potential. In the show, he brings on guests to dive deeper into what has led to their successes and failures in all walks of life from fitness to business, relationships to spirituality so you can learn and take action!
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The #1 Reason Marriages Fail (And What Men Don't Understand)
1w ago00:58:05Tap to summarizeBook your free consultation call with Robert Sikes on breaking through your Keto or low carb plateau here https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callMost hard working men will lose the family they try to provide for because they ignore the main reason marriages fail. Emotional distance is the silent threat ending relationships and causing divorce today. In episode 889 of the Savage Perspective Podcast host Robert Sikes talks with Mitchell Osmond about what men do not understand about their wives. Many guys try to fix hurt feelings with business logic which only pushes their partner away. Mitchell shares his personal story of beating debt and losing weight by fighting emotional eating. He explains how fixing your fitness and money builds the self confidence needed to properly lead your home. Learn how to truly connect with your spouse stop repeating past family mistakes and perfectly balance your career with fatherhood.Follow Mitchel on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dadnationco/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQhapters0:00 - How to Rebuild Your Life from Rock Bottom (Mitchell Osmond's Turning Point)2:30 - The Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything (Finding Your Legacy)3:38 - How to Pay Off $100K Debt and Lose 60 Lbs in 18 Months6:25 - Masculine vs. Feminine Energy: How Your Mood Dictates Your Marriage8:00 - How to Break Generational Trauma & Stop Repeating Your Parents' Mistakes12:30 - The Ultimate Strategy to Rebuild Self-Confidence (Fitness & Finances)17:06 - How to Stop Emotional Eating & Use The "Apple Test" for Weight Loss24:56 - The Brutal Truth About Fatherhood: Why Time is Your Most Valuable Currency27:33 - Keto Brick Meal Replacement (Sponsor)28:18 - Why Entrepreneurs Have High Divorce Rates (And How to Prevent It)32:10 - Why Women Initiate 90% of Divorces (The Biggest Mistake Married Men Make)35:00 - Is Your Marriage Failing? The #1 Warning Sign You Cannot Ignore37:55 - What is Male Alexithymia? The Secret to Emotionally Connecting With Your Wife43:00 - Raising Strong Children: Would You Want Your Daughter to Marry a Man Like You?46:08 - The Crisis of Fatherless Homes & Why Society Still Needs Masculine Men51:43 - What Men Really Need in a Relationship: Why Respect is Greater Than Love56:18 - Where to Find Mitchell Osmond (Dad Nation & Coaching)
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Why A Low-Carb Diet Heals Chronic Illness
2w ago01:05:50Tap to summarizeBook your free consultation to break your keto plateau with Robert Sikes here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callChronic illness is a severe mitochondrial dysfunction you can destroy by cutting carbohydrates. In episode 888 of the Savage Perspective Podcast host Robert Sikes and Dr. Darren Schmidt reveal the brutal truth about metabolic syndrome. This discussion breaks down the exact seven steps needed to repair your cellular health. Dr. Schmidt explains how hidden toxins and common parasites secretly drain your energy and why a low-carb diet heals your body. They explore the new MVX Plus blood test that accurately predicts your lifespan. You will learn why standard medical advice fails to fix these root problems and how targeted detox methods finally give you your health back.Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - What is Mitochondrial Dysfunction? The Hidden Cause of Chronic Illness2:12 - How to Fix Metabolic Syndrome: Diet, Toxins, and Parasite Detox3:25 - What is the MVX Plus Blood Test? The Ultimate Predictor of Longevity5:00 - How to Prevent Heart Disease: The 6 Blood Markers You Must Check6:47 - How to Lower Your Mortality Risk: A Shocking MVX Plus Case Study8:31 - Why Routine Blood Tests Fail: C. Diff vs. Malnutrition10:12 - What is the 7-Step Blueprint to Optimal Health? A Definitive Guide14:23 - The Biggest Mistake People Make with Their Diet and Toxic Load16:15 - How to Tell if You Have Parasites (And Why We ALL Have Them)18:50 - What is Mimosa Pudica Seed? The Best Supplement for Parasite Removal21:00 - Why Parasite Cleanses Cause Mucus and Crazy Detox Symptoms24:13 - Is a Raw Carnivore Diet Safe? The Surprising Link to Cancer Reversal27:40 - What is the Best Diet for Healing? High Protein, Low Carb Explained31:50 - Do You Really Need Fiber? The Truth About Constipation on Carnivore32:57 - Why You Need Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) for Mitochondrial Energy38:04 - How to Improve Lymphatic Drainage & Organ Detox Pathways41:46 - What is Muscle Testing? Using Biofeedback to Find Hidden Infections46:10 - What Are Energetic Fields? The Healing Secret Western Doctors Ignore47:43 - Sauna vs. Supplements: What is the Best Way to Detox Heavy Metals?49:48 - How to Remove Everyday Toxins & A Guide to Clean Distilled Water51:27 - How to Detox Your Cells from Lyme Disease and Hidden Co-Infections55:08 - Are GLP-1 Peptides Safe? The Dark Side of Modern Weight Loss Drugs58:45 - Why Exercise Won't Fix Metabolic Syndrome (Until You Detox First)1:02:23 - Why YouTube Censors Health Content & Finding Dr. Derren Schmidt
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The Work Podcast Episode 59 - Hog Wild
2w ago00:25:59Tap to summarizeWe're back with Episode 59 and I am running on fumes. We processed four hogs this past weekend — start to finish, ourselves, no abattoir — and walked away with 600 lbs of high quality pork. 17-hour day. Worth every minute. If you eat meat, you owe it to yourself to understand where it comes from and be part of that process at least once. Circle of life, man.Greg and I also catch up on a full week into our new training split. Legs were brutal — 70,000 lbs of volume — and I'm still feeling it. We break down what's working, what we tweaked on chest day, and why I think this split might carry me all the way into prep for Worlds next November.Then we get into the Enhanced Games happening in Las Vegas. No drug testing, no banned substances — just whatever you want to pump into yourself. I get it, I understand why it exists, but it's a slippery slope. We also talk about the 23-year-old Brazilian bodybuilder who just passed away from hypoglycemia linked to exogenous insulin. It's a sobering reminder of where that road can lead.And to top it all off — I'm doing the sardine fast. Five days, 18 cans a day, iso-caloric at 3,000 calories. Got bloodwork done beforehand, CGM and continuous ketone monitor going, and we'll see what actually changes. Tune in next week for the full breakdown.Topics covered:Processing 4 hogs from start to finish on the homesteadCost breakdown: raising your own meat vs. buying retailOne week into the new high-volume training splitDEXA scan planning and comp prep timeline for WorldsThe Enhanced Games — human performance or chemistry contest?The dangers of exogenous insulin in bodybuildingThe sardine fast experiment beginsGreg 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
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Breast Implant Illness (BII): The Auto-Immune Connection (SURGEON EXPLAINS)
2w ago00:56:08Tap to summarizeBook a free consultation call with Robert Sikes to break through your Keto or low carb plateau here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callForeign objects placed inside the human body create a toxic environment that ruins the immune system. Dr. Robert Whitfield joins Robert Sikes on episode 887 of The Savage Perspective Podcast to expose the dark truth about Breast Implant Illness and chronic inflammation. Dr. Robert Whitfield, a top surgeon, explains how the body attacks breast implants just like a rejected organ transplant. He breaks down the autoimmune connection leading to heavy metal toxicity and bacterial problems. You will learn how explant surgery removes these dangerous objects and why a natural fat transfer is a safer choice to protect their health.For more info, visit: https://www.drrobertwhitfield.com/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - Who Is Dr. Robert Whitfield? A Deep Dive Into Cancer Reconstruction04:05 - What Is Red Breast Syndrome? The Hidden Medical Dangers of Implants05:43 - How Do Breast Implants Cause Chronic Scarring and Biofilms?07:30 - Why Does the Body Reject Breast Implants? The Auto-Transplant Fix11:12 - Are Breast Implants Safe? The Physiological Truth About Foreign Objects14:18 - What Causes Breast Implant Illness? Uncovering Chronic Inflammation18:09 - Why Are So Many Women Getting Breast Implants Removed Today?22:13 - What Is the SHARP Method? A Masterclass in Detoxing Heavy Metals28:53 - How To Prepare For Explant Surgery: Optimizing Gut Health and Toxicity32:48 - Is Fat Transfer a Better Alternative to Breast Implants?35:22 - The Biggest Mistake Plastic Surgeons Make With Fat Transfers40:15 - Are GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Destroying Your Muscle and Facial Fat?44:28 - Why Is Big Tech Censoring the Truth About Breast Implant Illness?49:53 - A Tragic Catalyst: Why Dr. Whitfield Dedicated His Life to Reconstructive Surgery54:08 - How to Connect With Dr. Robert Whitfield and Access His Research
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Stop Using Red Light Therapy Like This
3w ago01:20:05Tap to summarizeBook your free consultation call to break through your keto plateau right here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callMost at home red light therapy panels are a total waste of money that physically cannot heal your cells. In episode 886 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes and guest Steve Marchese expose the massive scams hiding inside the wellness industry. People are buying retrofitted tanning beds and cheap LED masks lacking the precise engineering required for true cellular penetration. Steve reveals exactly why your medical device needs to practically touch your skin to actually increase ATP and nitric oxide. You will also discover the hidden science of how multiple wavelengths easily cancel each other out. This conversation explains the strict FDA clearance process and warns against using fake fitness devices. Stop falling for flashy marketing and learn the honest truth about real red light recovery today.To learn more visit https://lightstim.com/ and use code SAVAGE for an exclusive offer.Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - What Is Steve’s Red Light Therapy & Nitric Oxide Routine?6:50 - The Surprising Origin Story Behind LightStim Red Light Therapy13:15 - FDA Cleared vs. Registered: What Is The Biggest Trap In Medical Devices?18:01 - Why You Should Never Combine Red Light Therapy With A Sauna20:27 - How A Severe Health Crisis Led To The First Full-Body LED Bed26:35 - Why Most Red Light Panels Don't Work: The 3/4 Inch Penetration Rule33:04 - How Does Red Light Therapy Actually Work? The Secret Temperature Band39:23 - The FTC Warning Letter: Are Your At-Home Red Light Devices Illegal?49:43 - Are Popular Red Light Panels A Scam? The Looming Class Action Lawsuits53:10 - How To Test If Your Red Light Therapy Actually Works At Home59:06 - Red Light Myths Debunked: Does Green LED Work For Hyperpigmentation?1:03:05 - The Biggest Mistake Companies Make: Do Multiple Wavelengths Cancel Out?1:09:33 - The Engineering Secret Behind LightStim's Patented LED Technology1:14:00 - NASA's Secret LED Studies & The Extreme Medical Future Of Light Therapy1:16:22 - A Dire Warning: Why You Should Never Treat Eye Issues With At-Home LEDs1:18:26 - Where To Learn More About LightStim & Final Thoughts
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The Work Podcast Episode 58 - Post and Ghost
3w ago00:30:46Tap to summarizeGreg and I are back with a jam-packed episode kicking off our brand new four-day high-volume split — and we're breaking down exactly how day one of chest and biceps went, what to expect on leg day, and why we're shifting away from heavy loading in favor of higher reps and faster pacing. We also get into the great cardio debate: is running actually doing anything for your body composition, or are you just spinning your wheels? Spoiler — probably the latter.On the life side of things, I recap my son Rigel's birthday weekend at the cabin, we talk pig processing (four hogs going down this weekend — y'all are not ready), and I share my new philosophy on social media engagement, or more accurately, why I've stopped engaging. Plus, we dive into the Keto Brainz collab with Keto Bricks, and I officially announce the sardine experiment — five days of nothing but sardines starting the 25th, complete with heavy metal blood work. Should be a good time.The new four-day high-volume workout split is live and free on the Savage Strong app at ketobodybuilding.com.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
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How I Overcame 15 Years of Meth Addiction After Childhood Morbid Obesity
3w ago01:08:09Tap to summarizeBook a free consultation call with Robert Sikes to break through your keto or low carb plateau right here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callSurviving childhood morbid obesity and a fifteen year meth addiction takes total metabolic repair. In episode 886 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Elaina Wang to share a powerful story of survival and deep health recovery. This discussion reveals how severe insulin resistance and bad food rules created a massive drug habit just to feel energy. Getting clean from drugs was brutal, but finding the keto diet and reversing type two diabetes naturally changed her entire life. You will learn exactly how real nutrition, heavy weight lifting, and targeted peptides can heal your brain, stop cravings, and fix chronic pain after years of severe trauma and addiction.Elaina's Hack Your Health Coaching: https://hackyourhealthcoaching.com/elaina-wangElaina's FB: https://www.facebook.com/KetoWang/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - How I Survived Childhood Obesity & Severe Insulin Resistance1:09 - Why I Started Meth: The Shocking Truth About Energy & Fatigue2:01 - The Food Pyramid Myth: How Government Guidelines Fueled Addiction3:47 - Unbreakable Confidence: How to Build Self-Esteem When Overweight6:14 - The "Fat Meth Addict": Why Stimulants Couldn't Fix Type 2 Diabetes8:17 - Meth vs Cocaine: How Drugs Hijack Brain Dopamine & Sugar Cravings11:08 - The Secret Life of a Functional Addict: Survival Tactics & Thefts13:36 - Toxic Relationships: Navigating Co-Dependency & Addiction Relapse17:03 - The Turning Point: Dodging the Cops & Deciding to Get Clean20:43 - Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis at 24: Ignoring the Ultimate Warning Sign21:10 - Quitting Meth Cold Turkey: The Brutal Reality of Early Sobriety25:22 - Blood Sugar at 426: Why I Refused Insulin Due to Addiction Fears27:08 - Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally with the Keto Diet28:24 - Keto & Neuroplasticity: The Ultimate Biohack for Addiction Recovery30:02 - Losing 80 Lbs Fast: Do Cigarettes Spike Your Blood Sugar?34:00 - Becoming a Keto Coach: The Evolution of Low-Carb & Carnivore Diets36:10 - Healing Trauma vs. Trauma Bonding: The Missing Link in Weight Loss41:17 - BPC-157 & TB-500: Can Peptides Cure Chronic Pain & Bursitis?45:13 - GLP-1 for Addiction: The Unbelievable Cure for Alcoholism & OCD49:02 - Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide: Which GLP Weight Loss Peptide is Best?51:49 - The Dark Side of Ozempic: Who Should NEVER Take GLP Peptides53:31 - 155 Lb Weight Loss Surgery: Is Medical Tourism in Tijuana Safe?57:11 - Tummy Tuck Complications: Hematomas, Wound Vacs & Honest Recovery1:01:01 - "Am I Too Old to Get Healthy?" The Ultimate Mindset Shift for Men & Women1:05:26 - Where to Find Elaina Wang: Coaching, Biohacking & Future Events
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The Shame I Felt Leaving Veganism & Why It Was Worth It
4w ago00:53:43Tap to summarizeBook a free consultation call to break through your keto/carnivore plateau here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callLeaving veganism for a carnivore diet is terrifying, but sacrificing your health for a plant based lie is far worse.In episode 885 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Steak and Butter Gal, Bella Ma, to uncover the raw truth about eating meat again. Bella shares the deep shame she felt after six years of strict plant based eating and how animal fats finally cured her cystic acne and fixed her hormones. They explore the harsh realities of chronic under eating and why a low fat high protein approach can ruin your metabolism. Robert and Bella reveal how to find the best macro ratios to build muscle and achieve true health without falling for quick fixes.Follow Bella on IG: https://www.instagram.com/steakandbuttergalGet Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters: 0:00 - Why I Quit Veganism After 6 Years for the Carnivore Diet2:56 - Severe Vitamin D Deficiency & Vegan Health Red Flags4:42 - The Psychological Guilt of Eating Meat & Vegan Brainwashing6:44 - How to Cure Cystic Acne Naturally with High-Fat Carnivore9:01 - Carnivore Diet Macros: Why You Should Eat More Butter12:26 - The Dangers of a High-Protein, Low-Fat Carnivore Diet14:16 - I Tried a 3-Day Sardine Fast (And Why It Was a Mistake)19:00 - Carnivore Diet Rules: Raw Dairy, Coffee & The Carnivore Police23:00 - Do Calories Matter on a Carnivore Diet? (Eating 5lbs of Meat)27:38 - Why Am I Gaining Weight on Carnivore? The Truth About Reverse Dieting33:32 - How Long Does It Take to Fix Your Metabolism & Build Muscle?37:52 - What is Lipotoxicity? The Risks of Energy Toxicity Explained43:49 - Is Extended Fasting Good for Fat Loss? (Rolling 48s Experience)46:51 - Exactly What Bella Eats in a Day: Macros, Calories & Body Weight50:26 - The Ultimate Carnivore Bread Roll Recipe & Upcoming Projects
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The Work Podcast Episode 57 - Protein Craze
4w ago00:30:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Work, Greg and I dig into the difference between doing the work and looking for shortcuts. We talk about staying capable as you age, why “use it or lose it” applies to your body and your mind, and why most trendy hacks—from sardine fasts to vibration plates—miss the bigger point if you’re not already willing to train hard, eat intentionally, and live with discipline.We also get into the upcoming sardine experiment, the new Keto Brick nootropic icing collab with Keto Brainz, bodybuilding prep, the problem with “protein” slapped on junk food labels, and why I keep coming back to keto as more than just a performance tool. At the end of the day, it’s about playing the long game, taking ownership before life forces you to, and getting after it every single day.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
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The Truth About Your Garmin Body Battery (Doctor Explains)
May 1300:58:08Tap to summarizeBook a free consultation call with Robert Sikes to break through your Keto or low carb plateau here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callYour Garmin body battery is warning you about a massive health crash before it happens. In episode 884 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes and emergency room doctor Torkil Færø reveal the true science behind your fitness tracker. Most men ignore their resting heart rate and daily stress scores until they get sick. This talk shows how simple habits ruin your heart rate variability and keep your body in a state of panic. You will learn how late night snacks and poor sleep destroy your recovery time and lower your VO2 max. The doctor explains exactly how to use your wearable device to fix your metabolic health and lower your stress. Watch this full conversation to build a stronger body and find out what your tracking numbers actually mean.Follow Torkil on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.torkil/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - Introduction: The Hidden Truth About ER Visits & Chronic Stress1:16 - Why Your Lifestyle is Ruining Your Health (And How Wearables Fix It)3:26 - The Biggest Health Mistake Doctors Make (A Physician's Wake-Up Call)7:31 - Why You Must Track Your Biometrics Before You Get Sick8:57 - Garmin vs. Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Which Fitness Tracker is Best?11:23 - Is Your Wearable Lying? The Truth About Sleep Tracking Accuracy13:03 - What is VO2 Max? The #1 Metric for Longevity & Mitochondrial Health16:07 - What is HRV? A Beginner's Guide to Heart Rate Variability & Stress20:43 - Stop Doing This! How Late-Night Eating Destroys Your HRV & Recovery22:54 - The Everyday Foods That Are Secretly Spiking Your Stress Levels26:33 - Should You Wear a CGM? Blood Sugar Spikes & Insulin Resistance Explained29:58 - The Shocking Impact of Nicotine Pouches & Stimulants on Your Heart33:37 - How to Balance Workouts & Recovery (The LeBron & Tom Brady Sleep Strategy)37:37 - Zone 2 Cardio vs. Max Effort: Understanding Wearable Recovery Scores40:51 - What is a Healthy Resting Heart Rate? (And Why Yours Might Be Too High)43:05 - Why the Modern Healthcare System is Broken (Be Proactive, Not Reactive)50:46 - Are Weight Loss Peptides (Ozempic/Wegovy) Actually Safe Long-Term?54:05 - The Pulse Cure: Mastering Your Garmin & Wearable Data
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