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We’re back in the saddle this week with a big ol’ dose of transparency and a behind-the-scenes look at some major changes at Keto Brick. After a quick taste test of some new ketone drinks and a chat about low-acid coffee, Greg and I dive deep into why we’re raising the base price of the bricks for the first time since launching back in 2018. It’s a move we didn’t take lightly, but the math doesn’t lie—costs are up across the board, and this change is necessary to keep serving our amazing community without cutting corners or compromising on quality.

We talk about how Keto Brick started with just Crystal and me making bricks in our kitchen after hours, what’s changed since then, and why the mission has always been about offering the cleanest, most functional performance bar on the market—not just chasing profit. We also introduce our brand-new loyalty program, built to reward our most dedicated customers with perks like points, tiered benefits, and potentially early access to flavor launches.

Beyond that, we chat about parenting in a tech-saturated world, upcoming bodybuilding plans (2027, anyone?), prepping for our next show, and even a story about rescuing a stranded neighbor.

As always, it’s raw, it’s real, and it’s all about keeping it honest with the people who support us.

Appreciate y’all more than you know. Let’s keep moving forward—together.

What does it really take to succeed in natural bodybuilding? In this powerful episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast with host Robert Sikes, we dive deep into the world of natural bodybuilding alongside guest Aaron Orton, a seasoned promoter and athlete. Episode 775 explores the unique challenges, opportunities, and rewards of competing as a natural bodybuilder while offering valuable insights for ambitious listeners working hard toward their own fitness and professional goals.

Aaron shares his unmatched expertise, discussing the power of community in local posing classes, the legacy of the Cecil Phillips Classic, and the exciting changes coming to the 20th anniversary of his event. Learn how natural bodybuilding has grown into a dynamic sport focused on discipline, longevity, and fairness by emphasizing drug-free competition and rigorous judging standards. Throughout the episode, Aaron also highlights key lessons about balancing fitness with life, maintaining health, and inspiring others.

Whether you’re looking to compete, excel in your career, or simply stay motivated, this episode is packed with invaluable advice on achieving success while prioritizing professional growth, personal balance, and long-term health. Don’t miss this engaging conversation featuring real stories from the world of natural bodybuilding!

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro - Celebrating Natural Bodybuilding

1:56 April Classes - 30 Competitors Unite

5:27 Honoring the Cecil Phillips Classic

7:19 Big Changes for the 20th Anniversary

11:08 Compete for Pro Cards

13:02 New Natural Competitions in the Northwest

16:45 Cross-Federation Competition Builds Community

18:24 Men’s Physique Meets Bodybuilding

21:44 Boost Productivity with Fitness

23:28 Fulfillment Through Supporting Others

26:55 Long-Term Health and Lifestyle Tips

28:31 Balancing Fitness, Family, and Fun

31:53 Upcoming Show and Guest Posing

33:23 Stronger Relationships in Bodybuilding

Discover how to lose weight, optimize your health, and break free from misleading fasting myths in this eye-opening episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast! Host Robert Sikes sits down with guest Dani Conway to dive deep into the truth about fasting, weight loss, and building a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, without resorting to extreme dieting. Episode 774 will challenge what you think you know about health and fitness.

Dani sheds light on why extended fasting may not be the answer for hormone balance and how proper nutrition is key to achieving your goals. Tune in as they explore cutting-edge strategies in coaching, including personalized hormone therapy and the revolutionary use of peptides for improving brain health, reducing inflammation, and boosting fat loss. Robert and Dani also tackle common mistakes like under-eating, misunderstandings about metabolism, and over-reliance on trendy diets like keto and carnivore without focusing on sustainability.

This episode is packed with actionable advice tailored for ambitious professionals like CEOs, entrepreneurs, athletes, and coaches, striving to maximize their performance without sacrificing health or work-life balance. Whether you’re looking to enhance your training, improve recovery, or better understand your unique health needs, this conversation will leave you inspired to take smarter steps toward long-term success.

Stop chasing fad diets and find out how to reach your goals with practical, sustainable methods. Tune in now for a fresh perspective you won’t want to miss!

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Chapters:

0:00 Why extended fasting isn’t necessary for weight loss

1:57 Coaching’s future: Beyond keto and carnivore diets

6:07 Personalizing hormone therapy for better results

8:20 Hormone therapy: Avoiding dosing mistakes

12:24 GLP peptides: Brain health and inflammation benefits

14:38 Microdosing peptides for weight loss and balance

18:43 Risks of under-eating: Protect your metabolism

20:43 Gut health and pre-existing issues explained

24:33 Cortisol testing and cellular health tips

26:27 Healing vs. weight loss: Finding the balance

30:02 Carnivore diet: Why fasting isn’t for everyone

31:43 Intuitive eating beats excessive fasting

35:16 Women can fast and build muscle effectively

36:59 Weight training over cardio for better results

40:43 Minimized cardio boosts weight training

42:26 Avoiding overtraining with proper recovery

46:00 How to spot and fix overtraining

47:43 Food tracking for intuitive eating success

51:20 Calorie mistakes that drain your energy

53:10 Balancing food quality and calories

56:40 Dani Conway: Her fitness and riding routine

58:34 Weight training improves riding performance

Discover how to slow aging, feel younger, and boost your longevity in ways you never thought possible. In this eye-opening episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes dives deep with special guest Dr. Jeffrey Gladden in Episode 773 to explore how tailoring your workouts, diet, and sleep can drastically change your health and future vitality.

Learn how factors like heart rate variability, personalized nutrition, and a focused mindset can shape a healthier, younger you. This conversation uncovers the science of aging, the hidden impact of stress on your body, and why your nervous system and recovery play a crucial role in your energy and longevity. Dr. Gladden also shares insights on understanding what your body truly needs, from avoiding processed foods to optimizing sleep and making meditation a key part of your routine.

If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to stay ahead in your fitness, career, and health, this episode will completely shift how you think about aging and performance. Don't miss this inspiring and transformative discussion!

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Chapters:

0:00 Secrets to Longevity

3:01 How Aging Really Works

6:08 Mindset for Peak Health

7:55 The Cost of Ignoring Health

12:00 Purpose Equals Longevity

14:00 Aging Speeds Up Over Time

18:06 Immune Boosting Mindset

20:00 Power of Deep Meditation

23:50 Purpose Unlocks Happiness

25:41 Healing Chronic Issues Fast

29:03 Nervous System Health Tips

30:45 Sleep & Fitness Hacks

34:10 Fitness & HRV Explained

36:07 Personalized Nutrition Tips

39:50 Redefine Aging

41:34 Feel 25 Again

44:57 Future of Anti-Aging

46:45 Tech to Stop Aging

50:16 Why Longer Lives Matter

52:08 Social Media Destroys Connection

55:36 Explore Gladden Longevity

STOP wasting time and money on cheap red light panels that don't actually work! In episode 772 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Forrest Smith, an expert in red light therapy, to uncover the science, benefits, and pitfalls of using red light for health and fitness. They reveal why most red light panels fail and dive deep into the advanced technology and techniques that really make a difference. If you’ve ever struggled with chronic inflammation, pain from old injuries, or poor recovery, this episode will blow your mind.

Discover how red light therapy enhances blood flow, speeds up healing, and supports total-body recovery—especially for those leading high-performance, demanding lives. Forrest and Robert discuss how deeper tissues respond differently to specific wavelengths like red light vs. infrared and how consistency plays a vital role in getting results. The conversation also explores groundbreaking research into gut and brain health, plus the role nitric oxide plays in improving energy, mood, and cardiovascular health.

Whether you're a high-achieving entrepreneur, an athlete tackling chronic injuries, or someone prioritizing personal development and wellness, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Learn the truth about cheap panels, why advanced devices make all the difference, and how light therapy is reshaping lives!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Why cheap red light panels don't work  

01:49 - Starting a mission-driven business in China  

05:33 - Healthier solutions over medication for inflammation  

07:41 - Red light therapy helps athletes with old injuries  

11:39 - The problem with cheap red light panels  

13:55 - Why infrared penetrates deeper than LEDs  

17:37 - How using red light daily improves health  

19:05 - Nitric oxide boosts blood flow and heart health  

22:29 - Red light improves oxygen delivery and energy  

24:28 - Better energy by improving ATP and mitochondria  

27:51 - Protecting skin from UV with light therapy  

29:41 - Red light works for skin; infrared for deeper tissue  

33:03 - Daily therapy cuts inflammation and heals faster  

34:35 - Pain relief from inflammation vs mechanical issues  

37:57 - Red light improves gut and brain health  

39:21 - Gut health and red light: safe and effective  

42:28 - Light therapy and nutrients for women's hormones  

44:11 - Using red light for better workouts and recovery  

47:24 - NASA's research on healing with light therapy  

48:49 - Creating a legacy brand for better health  

51:43 - Ego hurts growth; listen to others to improve  

53:14 - Routines for focus and energy with ADHD tools  

56:20 - Training kids with bio-modulation and fun challenges  

57:34 - How KINEON tests red light therapy tech

In this one, we talk training, team updates, and how much we appreciate the folks who support us. I just wrapped up a brutal 20-mile march to qualify for the 50-miler later this year—feet are wrecked, but we made it. We also launched our tallow Cookie Dough flavor this weekend… and it sold out in 24 minutes! Wild.

We break down the three kinds of customers we hear from during launches and why we're going all-in on a new loyalty program to show some love to the folks who've been with us since day one.

On the creative side, we're redesigning the apparel website, learning the ins and outs of paid advertising, and planning some ad content that's actually fun to watch. We also get into regenerative farming, tiers of nutrition, and what it really means to know where your food comes from.

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Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagram

• Walked 20 miles to qualify for the 50-mile march
• Tallow cookie dough flavor sold out in just 24 minutes
• Broke down the 3 types of customers we hear from during launches
• Announced a new Keto Brick loyalty program (in progress!)
• Apparel website is getting a full refresh
• We're learning paid ads from scratch to get sharper with content
• Shoutout to a local regenerative farmer doing it right
• Laid out the 4 tiers of nutrition, from fast food to full food transparency
• Canceled the spring retreat to stay home with Crystal before baby #2
• Brainstorming new ad videos with personality, value, and humor

What if you could fuel your body to run longer, recover faster, and crush your endurance goals? In this episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes dives deep into the science and strategy behind fueling for endurance with special guest Cameron Schuler, an expert in nutrition and performance. Whether you're training for your first marathon or you're a seasoned runner looking for that ultimate edge, this conversation is packed with insights that will change how you approach every run.

Together, Robert and Cameron dissect the power of pre-run nutrition, hydration, and energy management. They break down what endurance athletes often get wrong and highlight how small tweaks in your nutrition plan can lead to massive improvements in your stamina and overall performance. From understanding the right macronutrient balance to avoiding the common pitfalls of carb-loading, they leave no stone unturned.

Episode 771 is a must-watch if you're serious about taking your endurance training to that place where focus, discipline, and strategy come together.

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Chapters:

0:00 Marathon Success: Practice & Nutrition Tips

0:55 Test Nutrition Before Race Day

2:15 Collagen's Rise in Fitness

4:10 Marathon Without Training? Mistake!

5:50 Weekly Prep for Boston Marathon

7:35 Running Groups Keep You Motivated

9:15 Strength Training + Running = Results

11:21 Game-Changing Running Shoe Tech

13:16 Footwear Tips for Injury-Free Runs

15:05 Collagen Saved My Running Journey

16:40 Building Vital: From Idea to Success

18:40 Work-Life Balance for Busy Lives

20:13 Marketing Secrets for Endurance Brands

22:15 Best Supplements for Runners

24:35 Safer Training: Certified Products

26:01 Morning Routine: Coffee & Recovery

28:25 Epic 340-Mile Relay Race

30:10 Electrolyte Balance for Peak Performance

33:38 Vegan Nutrition: Avoid These Mistakes

35:40 Community Builds Lasting Brands

38:10 Risks Create Opportunities

40:45 Timing + Teamwork Beat Luck

43:15 Prepping for Boston & Nashville Marathons

45:00 Final Thoughts: Process Over Goals

Are modern hormone clinics secretly setting you up for failure? In this explosive episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Leanne Vogel to dive deep into the world of hormone health and the dangers lurking in today’s industry. If you’ve ever felt betrayed by treatments that promised to optimize your energy, fix your hormones, or skyrocket your performance, this episode is a must-watch.

Robert and Leanne explore how some clinics may be pushing quick fixes, misleading patients, and ignoring the root causes of hormonal dysfunction. They discuss why understanding your body’s unique needs is key and the shocking mistakes people make when trusting “cookie-cutter” approaches. With real-world insights for fitness enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and anyone fighting to take control of their health, this conversation reveals what’s happening behind the scenes of common hormone therapy practices—practices that might be doing more harm than good.

Tune in to episode 770 of the Savage Perspective Podcast and get a no-nonsense look at what might be sabotaging your health journey.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro: Life-Changing Lessons Start Here

0:04 Hormonal Imbalances Exposed

2:05 The End of a Boating Era

6:12 Life Changes That Strengthen Relationships

8:25 From Boats to Planes: A New Passion

12:56 Why Experiences Beat Money

15:07 Simple Living vs. Success

19:02 Keto Diet Restores Hormones

21:00 Keto Myths Debunked

25:02 Hormone Health Secrets

27:00 Mismanaged Hormones Warning

30:51 Eat More, Train Hard, Win Big

32:40 Confidence Through Weight Loss

36:36 Hiking Challenges that Transform

38:34 Surviving a 50-Mile Trek

42:15 The Right Way to Train for Challenges

44:01 Growth Through Struggle

47:51 Regret is Worse Than Failure

50:09 Leanne’s Faith Awakening

54:23 Role Models Who Inspire Faith

56:27 Finding Conviction Through Apologetics

1:00:07 Stoicism’s Life Lessons

1:02:14 Growth From Hard Questions

1:06:19 Best Camper Setup Tips

1:07:58 Why Leanne Chose an Ambulance for Travel

This one's packed with all kinds of good stuff, y'all.

Greg and I kicked things off with some cowboy tunes and dove straight into our new full body training split—what's working, what's brutal (looking at you, Bulgarian split squats), and why we're loving it for prep. We also covered some solid strategies for eating clean while on the road, even if you're stuck at a gas station with limited options.

• We talked about:
• Staying disciplined while traveling (hard boiled eggs, dukes, and cooler hacks)
• Why most people crash diet and what we recommend instead
• Dialing back caffeine and how much is too much
• Our new Keto Brick flavor: Tallow Cookie Dough—small batch, big flavor
• Why ingredient quality matters, and how rising cacao prices pushed us toward tallow
• The dream of full vertical integration (think: our own cacao and cattle farms)
• Why camping + flexibility in training = peace of mind
• Greg's Tesla days, drag racing memories, and old-school muscle car dreams
• Balancing life, family, sleep, business, and prep without losing your mind
  If you're trying to live this lifestyle and build something meaningful while staying grounded in health and discipline, this one's for you. Appreciate y'all tuning in. Let's keep putting in the work. 💪

Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagram @ketogreg80

Ketones could be the missing link to improving your performance, speeding up recovery, and increasing longevity. In episode 769 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Dr. Latt Mansor, a distinguished expert in metabolic health, to uncover the science behind ketones and their impact on your body and mind. If you’re curious about the real benefits of ketones and how they fit into an ambitious, high-performing lifestyle, this episode gives you everything you need to know.

Robert and Dr. Mansor break down complex science into simple, easy-to-understand insights, addressing exactly how ketones fuel mental and physical performance. They explore why high-achieving individuals like athletes, business leaders, and health-focused professionals are incorporating ketones to gain a competitive edge. From enhancing energy levels and brain function to supporting faster muscle recovery, this conversation connects the dots between cutting-edge research and practical everyday use.

The episode explores essential questions: How do ketones function in the body? Can they help you recover more efficiently after intense fitness sessions? What role do they play in maintaining long-term health? By blending expert analysis with actionable advice, this episode offers powerful takeaways for anyone looking to elevate their health, fitness, and overall resilience.

Whether you’re focused on pushing your limits in the gym, growing your career, or simply staying sharp and strong as your responsibilities grow, this powerful discussion will resonate with your goals. Dr. Mansor shares his expertise on maximizing the benefits of ketones, combining science with real-world application so you can build lasting habits without unnecessary complexity.

This episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast is a must for anyone striving to perform at their best while staying healthy and balanced. Join Robert Sikes and Dr. Latt Mansor as they break down the truth about ketones and how they can support success across all areas of life. Get ready to transform the way you think about health, recovery, and sustainable performance.

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Chapters:

0:00 Boost Performance with KetoneIQ

2:09 Exogenous vs. Endogenous Ketones

6:22 Ketones Reduce Lactic Acid

8:24 Challenges in Keto Research

12:23 Ketones Improve Recovery

14:40 Better Blood Flow with Ketones

19:19 Ketones for Recovery and Focus

20:51 Ketones vs. Energy Drinks

24:33 Ketones for All Diets

26:23 Ketones Help Lower Glucose

30:10 Ketones vs. Alcohol Benefits

31:51 Ketones Improve Oxygenation

35:24 Ketones for Heart Health

37:33 Ketones and Brain Research

41:17 Ketones for Growth and Sleep

42:54 Best Time to Take Ketones

46:13 Sleep Boosts Recovery