In this episode of Hey Charles, Charles discusses the staggering health risks of a sedentary lifestyle, emphasizing how sitting for long hours is linked to a variety of chronic diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. He shares alarming statistics from the W.H.O. showing that 2 million deaths annually are tied to inactivity and explains how being sedentary increases the risk of depression by 10%. Drawing from his own weight loss journey, Charles highlights the importance of staying active throughout the day, even without rigorous exercise routines.

He challenges the cultural norm of sitting for long periods, especially in office jobs, and encourages simple strategies like walking and doing squats to improve overall health. The episode ties inactivity to skyrocketing healthcare costs, with the CDC estimating $90 billion spent yearly due to sedentary behavior. Charles wraps up by urging listeners to take action and integrate more movement into their daily routines to improve both mental and physical health.

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Key Moments:

1. The Shocking Dangers of Sitting (00:00:54 – 00:01:29)

Charles introduces the idea that sitting too much is just as dangerous to your health as smoking, leading to both physical and mental health risks.

2. The Link Between Sedentary Behavior and Mental Health (00:01:58 – 00:02:25)

He explains how prolonged sitting reduces endorphins, increasing the risk of depression and anxiety, with a 10% rise in depression linked to inactivity.

3. The Importance of Staying Active (00:03:40 – 00:04:06)

Charles shares his personal weight loss experience, emphasizing that staying active, even without intense exercise, helped him lose 83 pounds.

4. Sitting: A Major Risk Factor for Chronic Diseases (00:05:32 – 00:06:00)

He reveals alarming statistics from the W.H.O. about the 2 million deaths annually tied to inactivity and compares sitting for eight hours to the health risks of smoking and obesity.

5. Cultural Norms and Sedentary Lifestyles (00:06:56 – 00:07:22)

Charles discusses how society has normalized sedentary behavior, especially in office jobs, and the implications this has on our overall health.

6. The Financial Impact of Inactivity (00:07:53 – 00:08:26)

He highlights the $90 billion annual healthcare cost tied to inactivity, according to the CDC, showing how sedentary behavior is financially draining society.

7. Taking Action: Small Changes for a Healthier You (00:10:11 – 00:11:00)

Charles provides actionable advice: get up every hour, walk around, and do simple bodyweight exercises like squats to counteract the effects of sitting.

In this episode of Hey Charles, chiropractor Dr. Perry shares his powerful personal journey from a devastating football injury to discovering chiropractic care, which ultimately saved his life and inspired his career. He explains how chiropractic isn’t just about treating back pain, but about restoring proper nervous system function to help the body respond to stress, inflammation, and environmental stimuli. Dr. Perry emphasizes a holistic approach, rejecting the “pop and pray” model for personalized, root-cause-focused care.

The conversation critiques the limitations of traditional health insurance, especially in covering preventative and wellness-based treatments like chiropractic and shockwave therapy. They dive into the effects of chronic stress, poor nutrition, overstimulation, and the rising prevalence of childhood diagnoses like autism. The episode closes with Dr. Perry highlighting his passion for pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care, especially for families navigating neurological and developmental challenges.

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Key Moments:

1. From Career-Ending Injury to Calling (00:02:01 – 00:04:20)

Dr. Perry shares how a devastating football injury nearly left him unable to walk—and how chiropractic care not only healed his body, but gave him a new purpose.

2. The Truth About Chiropractic Care (00:06:08 – 00:07:36)

Charles and Dr. Perry challenge the traditional view of chiropractic as “just back pain relief,” emphasizing its role in nervous system regulation and whole-body health.

3. Why Insurance Doesn’t Cover What You Actually Need (00:07:36 – 00:08:46)

They break down how most health insurance plans only pay for acute care, leaving patients to pay out of pocket for true preventative and wellness-based care.

4. The Real Source of Chronic Disease (00:09:09 – 00:10:33)

Dr. Perry explains how poor nutrition, stress, and generational habits—not genetics—are the true drivers behind most chronic health issues.

5. What Your Body’s Inflammation Is Really Telling You (00:13:05 – 00:14:30)

They dive into the body’s stress responses, showing how inflammation is often a protective signal—not something to immediately suppress with medication.

6. Shockwave Therapy: Surgery-Free Healing (00:32:23 – 00:36:00)

Dr. Perry introduces a new therapy for chronic injuries and reveals how it helped heal his own long-term neck pain after just one session.

7. The Mission Behind the Practice (00:42:22 – 00:43:17)

He closes by sharing his deeper purpose—serving infants, kids with developmental challenges, and families through a neurological and holistic lens.

In this episode, Charles Ernst exposes the hidden dangers of sugar in everyday foods—even those labeled as “healthy.” He shares alarming stats on how much sugar the average person consumes and explains how it contributes to weight gain, insulin resistance, and chronic disease. Charles uncovers the truth about common foods like yogurt, cereal, and granola that are often loaded with hidden sugars.

He also shares a personal story about his father’s addiction to frozen yogurt, which was marketed as healthy but worsened his condition until major dietary changes were made. Charles connects excessive sugar consumption to serious health issues, including cognitive decline, and highlights how easily it’s overlooked. The episode wraps with three simple, actionable tips to help listeners reduce their sugar intake and take back control of their health.

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Key Moments:

1. The Hidden Sugar Epidemic (00:00:51 – 00:01:22)

Charles introduces the alarming idea that hidden sugars in “healthy” foods could be the reason people are gaining weight and feeling sick.

2. How Much Sugar Are We Really Consuming? (00:01:22 – 00:02:14)

He shares shocking stats about daily sugar intake in the U.S., revealing that most people far exceed the recommended limit.

3. How Sugar Fuels Disease (00:02:14 – 00:03:25)

Charles explains how excess sugar contributes to insulin resistance, diabetes, fatty liver, and cognitive issues.

4. The “Healthy” Foods That Are Loaded with Sugar (00:03:25 – 00:04:52)

He breaks down common breakfast items—like yogurt, cereal, and granola—and exposes the sugar content that many overlook.

5. The Sugar Bomb in Your Drinks (00:04:52 – 00:05:51)

Charles highlights how soda, lattes, and frappuccinos contain outrageous amounts of sugar that most people don’t realize they’re consuming.

6. His Dad’s “Healthy” Frozen Yogurt Addiction (00:05:51 – 00:08:42)

He tells a personal story about how frozen yogurt—marketed as a healthy alternative—became an obsession for his dad, despite it being loaded with sugar.

7. 3 Simple Steps to Cut Sugar Today (00:08:42 – 00:10:01)

Charles closes with actionable advice: read labels, swap sugary drinks for water, and eat at least one real, unprocessed meal per day.

In this episode, Charles Ernst makes a powerful case against alcohol for anyone trying to lose weight. He shares his personal journey of losing 83 pounds in a year—without drinking a single drop. Charles explains how alcohol contains empty calories that are burned first, halting fat loss and slowing metabolism.

It also hijacks your brain, boosts hunger hormones, and leads to poor food decisions. Using science and personal experience, he breaks down how alcohol quietly sabotages your health goals. He ends with a direct challenge to listeners: stop drinking and see how much better your body responds.

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Key Moments:

1. Alcohol and Weight Loss Don’t Mix (00:00:00 - 00:01:16)

Charles opens the episode with a bold claim: alcohol works directly against weight loss and shares how he lost 83 pounds in a year by cutting it out completely.

2. The Myth of Moderation (00:01:16 - 00:01:47)

He challenges the belief that you can drink in moderation and still lose weight efficiently, explaining why his own research changed his mind.

3. Empty Calories & Burn Priority (00:01:47 - 00:02:21)

Alcohol contains empty calories that are burned first, pushing aside the nutrients your body actually needs to use for fat loss.

4. Metabolism Crash (00:02:21 - 00:03:23)

Charles explains how alcohol shuts down fat burning and slows metabolism for hours by converting to acetate and disrupting normal liver function.

5. Why You Feel Sluggish the Next Morning (00:03:23 - 00:03:53)

Your body burns the wrong fuel after drinking, which leaves you exhausted, drained, and less motivated to stay on track.

6. Alcohol Hijacks Your Brain and Cravings (00:03:53 - 00:05:06)

Alcohol spikes hunger hormones and lights up the brain’s reward system, causing uncontrollable cravings for high-fat, high-sugar junk food.

7. The Final Challenge: Cut Alcohol and Watch What Happens (00:05:58 - 00:06:44)

Charles wraps up with a challenge to stop drinking for a week or a month and see the difference in your weight loss journey.

In this episode, Charles Ernst dives into the real cost of obesity—beyond just physical health. He explains how over 40% of U.S. adults are obese and how that directly contributes to rising health insurance premiums, prescription drug dependence, and chronic disease. Charles shares how obesity impacted his own family, especially during his father’s struggle with Alzheimer’s, and how it pushed him to make a change.

After losing 83 pounds himself, he reflects on how small, consistent lifestyle shifts—not extreme diets—made the biggest difference. He also highlights the connection between obesity and mental health issues like depression and low self-esteem. This episode serves as both a wake-up call and a practical guide for anyone ready to take control of their health.

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Key Moments:

1. The Hidden Cost of Obesity (00:01:13 - 00:02:24)

Charles explains how obesity affects nearly 40% of U.S. adults and breaks down the age-specific data to show how widespread the issue is.

2. Prescription Medications & Health Insurance (00:03:25 - 00:04:35)

He reveals that over 50% of health insurance premium costs are spent on prescription drugs—many tied directly to obesity-related diseases.

3. The Emotional and Economic Toll on Families (00:06:19 - 00:07:54)

Charles shares the personal strain obesity put on his own family, especially while supporting his father through Alzheimer’s and weight-related health issues.

4. Diseases Directly Linked to Obesity (00:08:16 - 00:10:15)

He outlines key health risks like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and joint deterioration, all closely linked to being overweight.

5. Mental Health and Obesity (00:13:06 - 00:14:12)

Charles dives into how obesity can contribute to depression, anxiety, and poor self-esteem, affecting overall quality of life.

6. What Actually Worked: His 83-Pound Weight Loss Journey (00:14:12 - 00:16:47)

He shares his own experience with weight loss—what worked, what didn’t, and why small, sustainable changes made the biggest difference.

7. Simple Steps to Start Today (00:16:47 - 00:21:12)

Charles offers practical advice like starting with portion control, drinking more water, and choosing whole foods, showing how small wins lead to big results.

In this episode, Charles Ernst shares his father’s remarkable journey of battling atypical Alzheimer’s through diet and exercise. After a sudden diagnosis, his father’s health was declining rapidly, and medical professionals predicted only further deterioration. Determined to make a difference, Charles introduced a keto-based diet, which helped his father lose 100 pounds and significantly improve his overall well-being. Daily walks and strength training further contributed to his physical and mental transformation.

The most surprising result came a year later—his father’s cognitive test score increased by five points, defying expectations. Charles emphasizes the power of nutrition, movement, and persistence in improving health, urging listeners to take proactive steps for themselves and their loved ones.

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Key Moments:

1. The Impact of Diet on Cognitive Health (00:00:47 - 00:01:15)

Charles introduces how food played a major role in improving his father’s cognitive function despite his atypical Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

2. The Life-Changing Diagnosis (00:01:15 - 00:02:01)

He shares the moment his father was diagnosed, the emotional weight of the news, and the difficult journey ahead.

3. The Decision to Change His Father’s Diet (00:02:33 - 00:03:22)

Charles explains how adopting a low-carb, high-fat keto-based diet helped his father lose 100 pounds and drastically improve his health.

4. Pairing Nutrition with Daily Exercise (00:04:09 - 00:05:12)

He discusses how walking daily and strength training twice a week complemented his father’s dietary changes.

5. Visible Improvements in Mood and Cognitive Function (00:05:12 - 00:06:03)

Charles describes how his father’s confusion lessened, his conversations became clearer, and his overall quality of life improved.

6. The Shocking Test Results (00:06:03 - 00:07:00)

After a year, his father’s cognitive test score increased by five points, a rare and unexpected improvement in Alzheimer’s patients.

7. A Powerful Reminder to Take Action Now (00:08:59 - 00:11:34)

Charles encourages listeners to research, experiment, and prioritize nutrition and exercise for their loved ones facing cognitive decline.

In this episode, Charles Ernst explores the skyrocketing cost of health insurance and the hidden factors driving it up. He explains how poor diet choices are directly linked to chronic illnesses, which increase healthcare demand and inflate insurance premiums. The discussion highlights the convenience-driven food industry, packed with preservatives and chemicals, making it harder for people to eat healthily.

Charles also points out that while healthy food exists, it’s often too expensive for the average person, creating a cycle of poor health and rising medical costs. Comparing the U.S. to other developed nations, he reveals that despite abundant resources, America ranks near the bottom in overall health. He introduces an upcoming series where he’ll break down these issues further, offering insights into smarter food choices, healthcare alternatives, and practical ways to improve long-term well-being.

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Key Moments:

1. The Rising Cost of Health Insurance (00:00:52 - 00:01:32)

Charles opens the discussion on why health insurance has become as expensive as a mortgage and why costs continue to rise.

2. The Connection Between Food and Healthcare Costs (00:02:08 - 00:03:12)

He explains how poor diet choices are fueling chronic illnesses, which increase demand on the healthcare system and drive up insurance premiums.

3. Fast Food, Convenience, and Health Decline (00:03:39 - 00:04:53)

Charles highlights how the demand for quick, convenient food has led to processed foods filled with preservatives and harmful ingredients.

4. The Challenge of Finding Affordable Healthy Food (00:06:57 - 00:07:26)

He shares the reality that healthy food is often more expensive, making it harder for people to make better choices.

5. The Broken System: More Sick People, Fewer Healthy Ones (00:05:36 - 00:06:33)

He discusses how more sick people are relying on insurance while fewer healthy individuals opt in, further raising costs.

6. America’s Health Crisis in Comparison to Other Countries (00:09:37 - 00:10:22)

Charles compares the U.S. to other developed countries, revealing that despite having access to food and healthcare, Americans rank low in overall health.

7. The Start of a Bigger Conversation on Health & Insurance (00:12:25 - 00:13:17)

He introduces a multi-episode series that will dive deeper into food choices, healthcare costs, and strategies for improving overall well-being.

In this episode, Charles Ernst sits down with Ruben Artiaga, owner of Artiaga's Collision, to discuss the realities of the auto body repair industry. Ruben shares the challenges of running a family-owned business while navigating constant changes in vehicle technology and insurance regulations. They discuss how insurance companies often delay claims and steer customers toward their preferred shops, which may not always prioritize quality repairs. Ruben explains why repair costs have skyrocketed due to high-tech vehicle features like LED headlights, self-driving sensors, and advanced computer systems.

Charles also shares his own frustrating experience with an insurance company undervaluing damage and prolonging the claims process. Ruben provides insight into the emotional toll of running a repair business, from managing customer expectations to balancing work and family.

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Key Moments:

1. The Stress of Auto Accidents and Insurance Battles (00:00:00 - 00:01:23)

Charles opens by discussing the frustration people feel after an accident, dealing with insurance companies, and the stress of car repairs.

2. Owning a Family Business in Collision Repair (00:01:23 - 00:03:14)

Guest Ruben Artiaga shares his experience running a family-owned collision center and the challenges of maintaining quality service.

3. The Ever-Changing Auto Industry & Technology Challenges (00:02:30 - 00:05:05)

Ruben explains how constant changes in vehicle technology and insurance regulations make collision repair more complicated.

4. The Reality of Insurance Claims & Delays (00:12:36 - 00:14:47)

Charles shares his own experience with an insurance company undervaluing his vehicle damage, leading to delays and unnecessary back-and-forth.

5. The Cost of Vehicle Repairs in Today’s Market (00:05:44 - 00:07:51)

Ruben breaks down how high-tech car features—like LED headlights and self-driving sensors—have skyrocketed repair costs.

6. Why Insurance Companies Push Their Preferred Shops (00:10:05 - 00:11:44)

The conversation highlights how insurance companies steer customers to specific body shops for cost control, not necessarily quality.

7. The Personal Toll of Running a Collision Repair Business (00:27:10 - 00:28:34)

Ruben reflects on the pressures of owning a shop, dealing with customer emotions, and balancing business with personal life.

In this episode, Charles Ernst breaks down the hard truth about sales—most meetings don’t lead to immediate success. He highlights the common mistake of assuming that enthusiasm in a conversation means a deal will close. People get busy, forget your pitch, and often don’t follow up, making volume and persistence essential in sales. Using a baseball analogy, he explains why taking more shots at closing deals increases success rates over time.

He emphasizes the importance of having a structured sales process rather than relying on random outreach. Charles closes with a reminder to stay consistent, analyze performance, and refine strategies for long-term business growth.

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Key Moments:

1. The Reality of Sales and Business Conversations (00:00:00 - 00:01:11)

Charles opens the episode by discussing the misconception that every business conversation will lead to a sale or meaningful connection.

2. Why Most Sales Meetings Fail (00:01:12 - 00:02:34)

He explains that just because someone seems interested during a pitch doesn’t mean they’ll take action after the meeting.

3. The Importance of Prospect Volume (00:03:14 - 00:03:57)

Using a baseball analogy, Charles emphasizes that closing sales is a numbers game—more swings at the plate increase your chances of success.

4. People Get Busy—And Forget Your Pitch (00:04:16 - 00:05:25)

He shares personal experiences of how initial excitement over a sales pitch fades quickly as other priorities take over.

5. Handling Rejection in Sales (00:05:55 - 00:06:34)

Many prospects won’t outright reject you—they’ll be polite, but they’re not actually interested, which can mislead salespeople.

6. The Need for a Sales Process and System (00:06:55 - 00:07:57)

Charles stresses the importance of consistency, tracking interactions, and refining the sales process over time instead of relying on gut feelings.

7. Building a Sustainable Sales Strategy (00:09:49 - 00:11:06)

He wraps up with advice on creating a structured system for sales, avoiding over-analysis, and staying persistent in prospecting.

In this episode, Charles Ernst sits down with Adam Welch, an expert in emotional storytelling through video. Adam shares how he started in video production and developed a niche in crafting compelling, heartstring-pulling content for organizations. He reveals his formula for effective storytelling—creating relatable characters, introducing conflict, and guiding viewers toward an emotional resolution.

Adam also discusses the challenges of balancing client expectations while maintaining creative integrity. He explains how great videos make viewers see themselves in the story, keeping them engaged and emotionally invested. Finally, he offers advice to aspiring video creators on how to structure content, remove unnecessary details, and create powerful, impactful videos.

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Key Moments:

1. The Power of Emotional Storytelling in Video (00:01:26 - 00:02:13)

Charles introduces guest Adam Welch, a master of creating emotionally compelling videos that inspire action.

2. How Adam Got Started in Video Production (00:02:46 - 00:03:18)

Adam shares how his passion for turning ordinary events into powerful narratives led him to specialize in storytelling videos.

3. The Secret to Creating Videos That Connect (00:03:43 - 00:05:26)

Adam explains how he uses authentic curiosity, deep questioning, and emotional triggers to craft compelling stories.

4. The Formula Behind Every Powerful Video (00:05:26 - 00:06:46)

He breaks down the core storytelling structure: a character with a goal, facing obstacles, who finds guidance and overcomes challenges.

5. Navigating the Challenges of Video Production (00:09:47 - 00:12:30)

Adam shares the struggles of dealing with client expectations, storytelling constraints, and how he ensures videos stay fresh and engaging.

6. How to Keep an Audience Engaged (00:12:47 - 00:15:04)

He emphasizes the importance of relatability, using real-life emotions, and why every great video should make the viewer see themselves in the story.

7. Advice for Aspiring Video Creators (00:26:44 - 00:29:18)

Adam gives practical advice for aspiring videographers on storytelling techniques, editing strategies, and how to create compelling content.