Wholesome Degenerate

Tayler Byrd pulled up to Temptation Island and walked out with more than internet fame—she left with clarity. In this episode, we talk about the show, the social media whirlwind that followed, and how she’s using that momentum to build a fitness brand and a lifestyle rooted in actual fulfillment. Reality TV gave her a platform. Real life gave her purpose.

Tayler's socials:
Instagram: @christinatayler
TikTok: @christinataylerr
Website: christinatayler.com
Coaching: christinatayler.com/soar-wellness

In this episode, Hunter sits down with longtime friend and business partner Jack Matthews—founder of Kirkwood Media—to talk about what it really takes to build something that matters. 

Jack isn’t just a creative director or an executive producer—he’s someone actively trying to reshape what it means to work, to lead, to create, and to stay human in the process. They talk about the pressure to scale, the addiction to doing, and what happens when you start building a machine that forgets you’re the one operating it. 

This isn’t just about media or content—it’s about identity, discipline, and the uncomfortable process of trying to grow without losing yourself. Jack shares why he started Kirkwood, how he’s learning to lead without micromanaging, and how he wants to build a business that actually reflects the life he’s trying to live. 

There’s laughter, some hard honesty, and a lot of reflection on what it means to be ambitious without becoming a shell of yourself in the process. 

If you’re someone trying to create with purpose, lead without ego, and build something bigger than your own name—this one’s for you.

In this episode, Hunter sits down with model, creator, and all-around wildcard Christian Hogue. From the unexpected chaos of a stalker breaking into his house to the gritty reality of life in the modeling world, Christian doesn’t hold back. They dive into everything from navigating the OF space to the highs and lows of the party scene. Plus, Christian shares how he balances his wild stories with a grounded mindset. Tune in for raw stories, real laughs, and a behind-the-scenes look at a life that’s anything but ordinary.

In this episode, Hunter gets real about his evolving relationship with substances. From using them to escape and numb the pain to now approaching them with intention and purpose, Hunter breaks down how his mindset has shifted over the years.. He reflects on the 8-month period of sobriety that reshaped his mindset, and how he now uses substances to enhance life rather than avoid it. Tune in for an honest conversation about growth, self-awareness, and finding balance between the wholesome and the degenerate.

In this deeply personal episode of The Wholesome Degenerate, Hunter takes you through his 14-year fitness journey, from age 12 to 26. Rather than a typical transformation story, this episode offers an honest look at the physical and emotional challenges of body transformation, including his experiences with weight fluctuations, TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy), and the lessons learned along the way.

Transformation isn't just about physical change—it's about learning to approach your body with curiosity instead of control, and understanding that showing up consistently matters more than achieving perfection.

Welcome to The Wholesome Degenerate. In this debut episode, Hunter McVey pulls back the curtain on how it all began—from corporate cubicles and clean-cut routines to viral videos, unfiltered chaos, and building a life that finally felt like his.

This isn’t just an intro. It’s a blueprint for the people who feel too bold, too honest, too layered to fit into one box. Hunter shares how he walked away from a “safe” 9–5, found his voice in the mess, and created a brand rooted in duality: discipline and chaos, growth and grit, green juice and tequila.

This is the story behind the name, the movement, and the mindset. Whether you’re building your own path, burning the old one, or just trying to feel less alone in the process—this one’s for you.