Back to Human

By James Andriella

Sometimes moving forward requires us to take a step back.... more

· Health & Fitness

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Back to Human episodes:

July 21, 2023 Is Cold the New Viagra? How Cold Exposure Can Help Improve Erection Quality
Welcome to the 23rd episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On this episode I have returning guest Dr. Tom Seagar of Morozko Forge. Dr. Seagar is an associate professor in the school of Sustainable Engineering & the Built Environment at Arizona State University. Tom is also the Chief Science Officer of Morozko Forge, a company that builds ice baths that can maintain freezing temperatures. It also has its own filtration system and ozone as a disinfectant so you can enjoy doing cold plunges as much as you want without having to go to the gas station to buy loads of ice.
Tom joins me on this episode to discuss male sexual performance and improvements in erection quality experienced after engaging in a regular cold exposure practice. We also talk about:
• Can cold exposure act as a natural Viagra?
• How erections are a metabolically intensive event and erectile dysfunction is one of the first signs of a metabolic disorder
• How nitric oxide relaxes the smooth muscle tissue that signals vasodilation
• How the the energy for nitric oxide production comes from mitochondria
• How seed oils, too many carbohydrates and mal-illumination lead to mitochondrial dysfunction
• How temperature is a way to train your smooth muscle tissue
• How cold exposure increases your brown fat
• Why magnesium is important to take while doing cold plunges
• Shame of masturbating
• Do no fap and semen retention increase your drive?
• Mismatched sex drive in relationships
Thank you for listening to the show! If you would like to support the podcast and are interested in purchasing your own Morozko Forge, I am an affiliate and would greatly appreciate you using my code to make your purchase. Code "Sixkiller350" will save you $350 off your Morozko Ice Bath and code "Sixkiller500" will save you $500 off your purchase of a Morozko Ice Bath Pro.
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1h 23min
July 14, 2023 Let's Take a Coffee Break: Exploring The Dangers of America's #1 Drug, Caffeine
Welcome to the 22nd episode of the Back to Human podcast.

On this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Stephen Cherniske. Stephen is a biochemist and former university instructor in Clinical Nutrition. He has served on the faculty of the American College of Sports Medicine, advised members of the US Olympic team, and directed the nation's first federally licensed clinical laboratory specializing in nutrition and immunology.
Stephen is a best-selling author of several books including Caffeine Blues, The DHEA Breakthrough & The Metabolic Makeover. He also hosts a website called The Healthy Skeptics with this wife Natalie that focuses on sifting through much of the "webaloney" that proliferates throughout social media. Prior to this episode he celebrated his 75th birthday. The theme of the party was "So far, so good!" which seemed appropriate considering his vitality!
Among some of the topics on this episode we discuss:
• Stephen's awakening with caffeine/coffee as a stimulant drug
• How caffeine does not provide you energy
• How caffeine is not regulated and companies do not need to disclose how much is in their products
• Rapid metabolizers vs slow metabolizers
• How caffeine impairs your deep sleep and muscle recovery
• Is caffeine neuroprotective or neurodegenerative?
• The affect of caffeine on DHEA, a hormone that is a precursor to estrogen and testosterone
• How caffeine affects women differently than men. (Pregnant, breastfeeding & menopause)
• My experience with going caffeine free
• What are some hidden sources of caffeine?
• Why do we get withdrawal symptoms?
• How can we mitigate these withdrawal like symptoms?
Websites:
• www.thehealthyskeptics.com
• www.my2048.com (Free DHEA .pdf download)

Books:
• Caffeine Blues: Wake Up to the Hidden Dangers of America's #1 Drug by Stephen Cherniske, M.S.
• The DHEA Breakthrough by Stephen Cherniske, M.S.
• The Metabolic Makeover by Stephen Cherniske, M.S.
Thank you for listening to the podcast! We'd love to hear your feedback! Let us know what you thought at: https://backtohuman.us/contact/ and please share this episode with any friends or family that you feel need to hear it!
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1h 13min
July 07, 2023 Keto, Carnivore & Cocaine. A Discussion About Nutrition & Discipline with Jake Thomas
Welcome to the 21st episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Jake Thomas. Jake is a veteran marine and a transformational health coach. His website is Likelikejake.com
We discuss a lot on this call. Some of the topics include:

• How his coaching grew out of a need to improve his own health
• How the military gave him structure and how he struggled to reintegrate into civilian life
• Discipline; how we are all disciplined, but perhaps not in the best of ways
• Jakes moment(s) of clarity with cocaine use
• How you are the sum of the 5 people you surround yourself with
• Taking yourself out of the present moment with external substances
• Jake’s 5 anchors that keep him grounded (reading,writing,stretching,meditation, exercise)
• Doing less, but getting more.
• Consciousness vs congruence (trying to convince our minds something our hearts know is a lie)
• Jake’s experience as vegan bodybuilder and why he transitioned to carnivore or animal-based approach
• Digestive changes he noticed switching to carnivore
• Ketosis and fat as a superfuel
• The convenience of OMAD (one meal a day)
• How we live to eat instead of eating to live
I hope you enjoyed the episode!
Instagram:
• https://www.instagram.com/lifelikejake/
Website:
• https://lifelikejake.com/
If you'd like to support the show, consider using my links and codes for products that I use daily. These can be found at: https://backtohuman.us/affiliations/
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1h 29min
June 29, 2023 The Black Sheep: Adoption and How Childhood Trauma Can Linger Into Adulthood
Welcome to the 20th episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On this episode, the guest is... MYSELF! I've had a few requests to give more insight into my life and my transformation so on this episode Jade Jaime took over as host and we explore the man behind the Back to Human podcast.
On this episode we discuss:
• My awakening moment
• The Primal Wound
• My life as an adoptee
• How being adopted affected my relationships as an adult
• How has my adoption affected me as a father
• Advice for adoptees looking to connect with their biological parents
• My upcoming online coaching program/services
Keep your eyes peeled this July as I will be releasing my online coaching program and online coaching services to those that have been interested!
Instagram:
• @kingsixkiller
Website:
• Backtohuman.us
Books:
• The Primal Wound by Nancy Verrier
• The Secret Life of the Unborn Child by Thomas Verny & John Kelly
• It Didn't Start With You by Mark Wolynn
Thank you for listening to the show. Like, comment, share and if you would like to support the show please considering using my links/codes that can be found at https://backtohuman.us/affiliations/ .
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54min
June 08, 2023 Let There Be Red Light! The Benefits of Red & Near-Infrared Light Therapy
Welcome to the 19th episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On today's episode I interview the CEO and founder of Mito Red Light, Scott Chaverri. Scott has a BA in psychology and an MBA in finance. He has worked for several Fortune 500 companies in the business services, medical devices, financial services and ecommerce industries. After some health challenges throughout his childhood and experiencing insomnia into his early thirties, Scott was determined to resolve his sleep issues. Scott stumbled upon an $8 pair of blue light blocking glasses and learned how junk light (LEDS, TVs, laptops, phones, etc.) were negatively impacting his sleep quality which ultimately led to him founding Mito Red Light.
On this episode we discuss:
• Scott's childhood health challenges and how he came across red light therapy
• How we are mal-illuminated and how junk light may be ruining your sleep
• How near infrared light builds melatonin
• What are the beneficial wavelengths?
• How does red/NIR Light therapy compare to sunlight?
• What is the mechanism of action that helps produce more ATP in the mitochondria?
• How do you dose red/NIR light? Can you get too much?
• Contraindications for red light therapy
• Are cheap red lights effective?
• How red/NIR light can help with brain function.
• Is there any legitimacy to red light increasing testosterone by shining it on your genitals?
• Can red/NIR light therapy be used for seasonal affective disorder? (SAD)
If you are interesting in learning more or would like to purchase a red light for yourself, you can visit www.mitoredlight.com. Using code "Sixkiller" will save you 5% off of your roder.
Instagram:
• @mitoredlightofficial
Thank you for listening to the show!
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1h 22min
June 03, 2023 Buyer's Remorse? A Discussion About the Most Recent & Childhood Inoculations
Welcome to the 18th episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On today’s episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Bethany Padgett. Bethany is a Doctor of Naturopathy. She holds a Ph.D in Natural Health and Nutrition and a M.S. in Holistic Nutrition. She is a functional blood chemistry analyst as well as a ZYTO specialist.
Bethany kickstarted my journey into holistic health when I learned about her daughters reactions to childhood inoculations and I look forward to having her on for more episodes in the future.
On this episode we discuss:
• What inspired Bethany to pursue naturopathy rather than allopathic medicine?
• Reactions her children had to childhood inoculations (stopped talking, stopped making eye contact, sick all the time and GI issues).
• Overcoming those reactions through nutritional changes.
• Withdrawal like symptoms when making dietary changes.
• Lack of validation and medical gaslighting that patients can experience.
• Was the most recent inoculation spiritual warfare?
• What are some of the side effects patients have experienced as a result of the most recent inoculation?
• Living out of faith instead of fear.
• What are some other lies that we have grown up on? (Fluoride, cholesterol, mammograms)
• Has there been a shift in western medicine to a more natural, holistic approach?
• When should we visiting the doctor?

If you are interested in learning more about Bethany's work you can visit her website:
https://www.wholeheartedlyyours.org/

She also has a newsletter you can sign up for:
https://bethanypadgett.substack.com/

If you would like to consult with Bethany you can contact her via text or call @ (352)449-8421 or email her @ [email protected]
Thank you for listening to the show!
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1h 1min
May 13, 2023 Unf*ck Your Feet: How Modern Day Footwear is Wrecking Your Health ft. Vivobarefoot
Welcome to the 17th episode of the Back to Human podcast.

On this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing of Asher Clark. Asher is the Chief Design Officer and one of the founders of my favorite shoe brand, Vivobarefoot.
On this episode we discuss:
•How did Asher get introduced to the barefoot lifestyle and how did Vivobarefoot begin?
•Cognitive dissonance surrounding footwear.
•What people should be looking for in their footwear: Fit, flex, feel (FFF) or Wide, thin, flexible (WTF)
•What impact is name-brand footwear having on our feet and bodies?
•Are there any plans for Vivobarefoot to develop an athletic shoe?
•What materials are Vivobarefoot made out of?
•What does "Rewilding" mean?
•What are Vivobarefoot experiences?
•The future of Vivobarefoot
If you would like to support the show and are interested in purchasing a pair of barefoot style footwear from Vivobarefoot you can use code "Sixkilla10" at checkout to save 10% of your purchase.
If you would like some help transitioning to a barefoot lifestyle I would be more than happy to help you out. You can reach out to me on instagram @KingSixkiller or via the contact form on backtohuman.us . I am a certified barefoot movement coach and can help you avoid the pitfalls that I experienced when first making this transition.

Thank you for listening to the show! Be sure to share with someone you think would benefit from hearing this information!
Website:
•https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/

Instagram
•@vivobarefoot

Watch Shoespiracy!
•https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_rDFa6kZfI
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1h 3min
May 10, 2023 Too Good to be True? Lose Weight, Gain Muscle and Improve Your Quality of Life From Your Desk with KAATSU!
Welcome to the 16th episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On the show with me today I had the pleasure of interviewing Steven Munatones of KAATSU. Steven is the CEO & Co-founder of KAATSU, a revolutionary device that makes blood flow moderation (BFM) training safe for pretty much anyone! Steven brought KAATSU to the US after a 13 year long mentorship with Dr. Sato of Japan who discovered and develop BFM training in 1966.
On this episode we discuss:
• How did KAATSU get started?
• What makes KAATSU different from other forms of BFR training?
• Is KAATSU safe for seniors and people with cardiovascular issues?
• How KAATSU helps mitigate sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and can help prevent injuries in the elderly population.
• The difference between KAATSU cycle and constant modes.
• How KAATSU replicates the same physiological mechanisms as a heavy weight-lifting workout without needing to use heavy loads.
• KAATSU's ability to train slow and fast twitch muscle fibers simultaneously.
• How is KAATSU used in sports performance.
• KAATSU beauty; how KAATSU can help your skin look youthful by increasing skin elasticity.
• How KAATSU can help with rehabilitation and reducing the extent of muscle atrophy.
If you are interested in learning more you can visit:
•https://kaatsu.com/
To join in on the KAATSU Q&A free educational webinar hosted on Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 12:00 PM EST you can follow the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w2Ztwo6YTXCh0GfNctIewg
Passcode: 978259

If you are interested in purchasing a KAATSU device for yourself and would like to support the show, you can use code "Sixkiller" which will save you 5% off of your purchase. I am a KAATSU specialist and if you need help getting started you can reach out to me on instagram @Kingsixkiller via DM or fill out the contact form on backtohuman.us
Thank you for listening to show!
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1h 19min
April 14, 2023 Where Are We At? Where Have We Been? Where Are We Going? Compulsory Schooling & V@Xeens ft. Ste Lane
Welcome to the first episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On this first episode we have a very special guest, a fellow health coach and founder of the Peak Human Solution, Ste Lane. Ste helps professionals rebuild their mindset, metabolism, and confidence to optimize life for health, wealth and happiness focusing on four foundational pillars; mind, body, soul and community. Ste is a wealth of knowledge and consistently puts out invaluable content. If you’re not following him already I highly recommend that you give him a follow on instagram @peakprimalhealth .
On this episode we discuss several topics including some that may seem controversial:
•Mass public education. Is it creating a hive-mind society of adult children? What value does mass schooling offer? Should we be focusing more on skillful learning?
•Are we lacking rituals and initiations to introduce children into adulthood?
•Vaccines, the vaccine schedule and vaccine injuries.
•The inner king/inner bitch archetype; are you being all you could be? What would happen if you took action, stopped procrastinating and forged your own path instead of following the path of least resistance.
Listed below are some resources if you would like to do some research of your own:
Books
•Dissolving Illusions by Dr. Suzanne Humphries & Roman Bystrianyk
•Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling by John Taylor Gatto
•Vaccines, Autoimmunity and the Changing Nature of Childhood Illness by Dr. Thomas Cowan
Documentaries
•The Business of Being Born
•The Biggest Little Farm
I hope you enjoyed the episode and I would love to hear what you thought about it. Feel free to reach out to me via DM on instagram @Kingsixkiller or leave a comment on this episodes post.
KTD.
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1h 25min
April 10, 2023 Psoas: More Than Just a Muscle ft. Liz Koch
Welcome to the 15th episode of the Back to Human podcast.
On this episode I am joined by the Queen of Psoas! Liz Koch joins me to discuss what is commonly referred to as the muscle
of the soul, the psoas. Liz is an international teacher with 43 years of experience working with the psoas. She is the creator of Core Awareness and is the author of "The Psoas Book" and "Stalking Wild Psoas".
This was a very fun conversation for me and I honestly had a bit of difficulty coming up with just the right questions for this one because there is so much to be explored here!
Among some of the topics we discuss on this podcast are:
• How Liz got started with her research of the psoas.
• The psoas is way more than just a muscle! It is an intelligent messenger and the center of our being.
• Has modern day footwear knocked us off-center?
• Should the psoas be released through manual manipulation or devices like the pso-rite?
• The relationship between the psoas, diaphragm and breathing.
• Stepping away from the mechanical model and objectification of the human body.
• What is constructive rest position (CRP)?
• How can we hydrate a "dry" psoas?
• Play!
I highly recommend checking out Liz's online workshops as well as her books which can be found at
https://coreawareness.com/
Thank you for listening to show!
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1h 42min

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