Dear friends,

We’re thrilled to share Episode 2 of Everyday Longevity, a series within A Parliament of Owls! At 76 and 78, Janice and I are on a mission to help you die young at an old age—full of vitality, not decline.

In this episode, “From Cravings to Control: Our Surprisingly Easy Shift to Real Food,” we dive into our journey:

The Low-Fat Lie: We grew up avoiding fats—fat-free yogurt, non-fat everything—thanks to Ancel Keys’ flawed research in the 1950s that demonized fat. Government guidelines pushed grains, leaving us hungry and craving more.

* The Aha Moment: Watching Fat Fiction ( click to watch movie) flipped everything. We learned sugar and grains were the real culprits, and that our brains could use ketones from fat for energy, better for clarity and health.

* Embracing Real Food: We brought back full-fat foods—butter, avocado, cheese, olive oil—and our cravings disappeared. Janice lost 20 pounds, and we both felt more energy, playing pickleball for 90 minutes at our age!

We also share how this naturally led to a 16:8 fasting window, why sugar—not fat—drives chronic diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer’s, and simple tips to start: swap grains for healthy fats and see how you feel.

Join the JourneyWhat food have you been wanting to replace with a healthy fat? How might you start? Share your story on our Substack or X at @EveryDayLongevity—we might feature you in a future episode.

Listen to Episode 2 now on Substack, and soon on Spotify, iTunes, and wherever you get your podcasts: [Episode 2-Spotify]

If this resonates, please share it with a friend who wants to feel stronger in their later years. Your support means the world to us!

With gratitude,John & Janice

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Dear friends,

We’re so excited to share the first episode of Everyday Longevity, a new podcast series within A Parliament of Owls! At 76 and 78, Janice and I are on a mission to help you die young at an old age—full of vitality, not decline.

In Episode 1, “Why We’re Here – From Cancer, Recovery & Clean Living to Everyday Longevity,” we open up about the journey that brought us here:

* Janice’s Story: A five-time cancer survivor (breast, colon, two lung cancers, and skin cancer), Janice caught each diagnosis early with her mantra, “Check early, check often.” Weightlifting and a healthy diet became her lifeline—no chemo needed.

* John’s Story: Sober since 1987, I found strength in fitness and community after a wake-up call about alcohol. Early morning runs and lifting weights brought me back to life.

* Our Turning Point: In 2017, a seminar by Dr. Joseph Scherger changed everything. He warned that grains and sugar fuel chronic diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer’s (what he called “Type 3 diabetes”). That night, we cleared our pantry and never looked back.

Within weeks, Janice was playing pickleball for 90 minutes straight, and my joint pain and brain fog lifted. Now, we’re sharing what we’ve learned—no hype, just real, science-backed steps to live better, longer.

We’re new to podcasting, but we believe our story can help others. In this episode, you’ll hear how we turned challenges into opportunities, and we’ll introduce what’s coming next: practical tips on fasting, sleep, movement, and more, plus stories from guests and listeners like you.

Join the JourneyWe want to hear from you! What’s been your biggest health challenge or success? Share your story on our Substack or X at @EveryDayLongevity—we might feature you in a future episode.

Listen to Episode 1 now on Substack, and soon on Spotify, iTunes, and wherever you get your podcasts: [Insert Episode Link Here]

If this resonates, please share it with a friend who wants to feel stronger in their later years. Your support means the world as we embark on this new adventure.

With gratitude,John & Janice

Dear friends,

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Everyday Longevity, our new podcast series within A Parliament of Owls!

At 76 and 78, Janice and I have learned a thing or two about living well. Janice is a five-time cancer survivor—her mantra, “Check early, check often,” saved her life. I’ve been sober since 1987, finding strength and inner peace in staying fit, playing pickleball, lifting weights, and discovering the value in good friends. Together, we’re on a mission to die young at an old age—and we want you to join us.

In Episode 1, we share the wake-up call that changed everything: a lecture that led us to ditch grains and sugar, start fasting, and feel better than ever. We’re also inviting you to be part of this journey—share your own story of health, struggle, or success on our Substack or X at @EvryLongevity. Who knows, we might feature you in a future episode!

We are planning on making our Podcast available on Spotify, iTunes, and wherever you get your favorites

If you find this helpful, please share it with a friend who wants to feel stronger in their later years. Your support means the world to us as we start this new adventure.

With gratitude,

John & Janice

Expect our first episode mid-next week -