American Glutton

• Fitness Isn’t Complicated: How to Make It Sustainable with Noah Valinsky

  In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with fitness trainer and former dancer Noah Valinsky for a powerful conversation about mindset, movement, and sustainability in health. They dive into the realities of fitness, from reframing hunger and discipline to the importance of structure, organization, and finding what works for you.Noah shares insights from his personal journey in entertainment and fitness, while Ethan reflects on his own path of transformation. Together, they highlight the balance between discipline, flexibility, and enjoyment in living a healthier life.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:03 – Introducing Noah Valinsky00:21 – Fitness as a lifestyle, not a phase01:07 – Demands of dance and athletic training03:32 – The body as a “dumb meat sack”07:01 – Controlling thoughts and reactions10:30 – Factory settings vs modern life12:54 – Finding sustainable fitness approaches16:42 – Mindset and framing challenges18:24 – One step at a time vs instant change21:24 – Structure, organization, and success22:49 – Awareness, willingness, preparedness25:59 – Preparation and readiness in practice27:26 – Knowing your limits and alternatives30:08 – Tools, peptides, and diet fads33:52 – Bodybuilding, legs, and recovery36:42 – Pivoting when plans don’t work39:27 – Fitness as individual sustainability42:02 – Carbs, diet changes, and psoriasis46:22 – Balance, flexibility, and family49:55 – Traveling with food and preparation53:20 – Sustainability and long-term balance55:14 – Strength, health, and true fitness56:04 – Closing thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• From 480 Pounds to Bodybuilding: Alex Porro’s Incredible Journey

  In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Alex Porro to discuss his extraordinary 240-pound weight loss journey and the decade of discipline it took to keep it off. Alex opens up about the mental and physical battles of obesity, his experience with bodybuilding, skin removal surgery, and the emotional conversations he’s had with family about health and longevity.From fad diets to sustainable change, Alex shares raw, practical insights on transformation, maintenance, and living a healthier life without extremes.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:20 – Alex’s transformation and weight loss journey 01:33 – Hitting rock bottom and first steps toward change 04:25 – Building confidence and entering the gym 10:13 – CrossFit, bodybuilding, and maintenance 14:47 – The dangers of bodybuilding culture 18:09 – Life after competitions and finding balance 23:52 – Supporting friends and family on their journeys 28:23 – Diet experiments and GLP-1 medications 30:12 – Emotional talk with his parents about health 31:10 – Skin removal surgery and recovery struggles 38:42 – Documentary on Amazon Prime 46:59 – Behind the scenes of “Skin Deep” 51:53 – Looking ahead: the future of weight loss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Crash Diets Don’t Work — Here’s What Does

  In this episode of the American Glutton Podcast, Ethan Suplee and Paige Dorian dive into the realities of sustainable health, fitness, and weight loss. They reflect on the post-summer reset, the pitfalls of crash diets, and why long-term change requires more than quick fixes or bursts of motivation.Ethan shares candid insights from his own journey—battling cycles of extreme dieting, the lure of shortcuts, and the hard truth about building habits that last. From small, manageable adjustments to the psychology of effort and reward, this conversation is both practical and deeply relatable.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 – Summer reset and gym culture 05:51 – Small changes over perfection 10:21 – The problem with perceived effort 19:40 – Building a foundation for sustainable change 24:41 – Radical change vs. slow progress 31:59 – The truth about lasting lifestyle shifts 37:31 – Debunking fad diets and “quick fixes” 41:45 – Why desperation leads to relapse 45:31 – Consistency as the real path to transformation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Truth About Obesity, Diabetes, and New Weight Loss Drugs

  In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Dave Knapp, patient advocate and founder of the first patient-centric obesity medicine news platform. Dave shares his deeply personal journey with obesity and type 2 diabetes—from years of yo-yo dieting and keto struggles to discovering GLP-1 medications that changed his life.Together, Ethan and Dave explore misconceptions about obesity, the emotional toll of weight loss, the rise of new medical treatments, and the importance of community in navigating these challenges. This honest, eye-opening conversation is filled with hard truths, hope, and inspiration for anyone on a health journey.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:02 – Welcome and introductions 01:18 – Living with diabetes and obesity 04:40 – Obesity as a chronic disease 08:29 – Misconceptions about type 2 diabetes 10:22 – High school struggles and keto beginnings 13:36 – Diagnosis and the wake-up call 15:51 – Year of keto and frustration 23:24 – Facing surgery and discovering new drugs 26:35 – Building a patient-driven platform 33:46 – Safety concerns and misconceptions 41:46 – Why people resist obesity medications 46:32 – Transfer addiction and mental health 52:06 – Long-term effects and unanswered questions 56:27 – Loose skin and hidden struggles of weight loss 01:00:39 – The misconceptions about rapid results 01:02:55 – Final reflections and gratitude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• From 660 Pounds to Fighting for Life: Ethan Benard’s Journey

  In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Ethan Benard, a 26-year-old on a remarkable weight loss journey. From being 200 pounds at age nine to surviving a life-threatening battle with COVID at over 600 pounds, Benard opens up about the turning points that reshaped his perspective on life. He shares the struggles of losing and regaining weight, finding purpose, and building a sustainable path forward.With raw honesty and inspiration, Bernad discusses discipline, setbacks, resilience, and the mindset shift that fuels his transformation. This conversation is heartfelt, motivating, and a must-listen for anyone seeking change.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:01 – Introduction01:25 – Childhood weight struggles02:06 – Mental health and neglect02:26 – Hospitalized with COVID05:04 – Near-death experience sparks change10:06 – Life after hospitalization12:34 – Physical pain of extreme weight17:46 – New mindset and motivation19:00 – Losing 100 pounds naturally23:18 – Starting to walk and record progress24:16 – Social media growth and support27:05 – Walking 10,000–20,000 steps at 500 pounds28:44 – Long-term weight and fitness goals33:29 – Doing it without weight loss surgery38:22 – Loose skin and surgery reflections42:39 – Rethinking goal weights49:37 – Body composition and goals53:49 – Skin removal surgery considerations57:21 – Commitment to natural weight loss59:25 – Building a supportive team01:01:52 – Documenting the journey01:03:55 – Closing remarks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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