American Glutton

• The Gen X Guide to Middle Age

  Is it ever too late to rewrite your habits and reclaim your health? In this episode, Ethan sits down with returning guest Lisa De Pasquale to discuss her latest book, *The Gen X Handbook to Middle Age*. Together, they dive deep into the unique experience of their generation, exploring how "latchkey kids" are now navigating the challenges of aging and health.Ethan and Lisa bond over their shared history, discussing how the explosion of processed food in the 1980s shaped their early habits and left them to figure out wellness later in life. Lisa opens up about her own transformation, detailing her 170-pound weight loss and the reality of maintaining it while dealing with loose skin and the physical limitations that come with getting older. They discuss the importance of making fitness fun, using movie montage playlists to stay motivated, and why perfection is not the goal.The conversation touches on the nostalgia of fast food culture, the judgment surrounding diet choices, and why it is crucial to reject the idea that you have missed the boat on getting healthy.For more insights and updates on health, wellness, and Ethan’s personal journey, be sure to sign up for his newsletter here: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Intro and Welcome00:39 The Gen X Identity Crisis02:07 The Wealth Transfer Myth03:22 The First Generation of Processed Food05:37 Starting Health Journeys Later in Life07:19 The Power of the Perfect Workout Playlist10:31 Training Montages and Movie Nostalgia13:17 Adapting Workouts to Busy Schedules15:17 The Realities of Aging and Mobility17:51 Fast Food Nostalgia and Marketing Collabs20:25 The Judgment of Food Choices25:18 How Independence Fueled Bad Habits29:51 There Is No Finish Line32:05 Dealing with Loose Skin and Surgery37:06 Swimwear Anxiety and Body Image38:29 Generational Food Pyramids41:18 The Politics of Health and Food44:23 Dealing with Public Disappointment After Weight Loss47:43 Navigating Career Identity Post-Weight Loss49:03 The Gen X Approach to Plastic Surgery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Ethan Tips for Eating During the Holidays

  Is it possible to survive the holiday season without completely derailing your health goals? Ethan sits down with Page Dorian to discuss the "season of gluttony" sandwiched between Thanksgiving and Christmas. They explore practical strategies for navigating food focused gatherings, from planning cheat meals to dealing with family members who might pressure you to overindulge. Ethan shares his personal history with rapid holiday weight gain and offers advice on determining if that slice of pie is truly worth the setback to your progress.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS IntroductionHow to stay on plan during the holidaysAvoiding the downward spiralThe eating challenge storyKnowing your own limitationsWillpower and characterManaging family expectationsThe Christmas Vacation examplePractical tips for success Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Real Science of Weight Loss with Dr. Mike Israetel

  What if everything you believe about dieting and weight loss is wrong?Ethan Suplee sits down with Dr. Mike Israetel for a brutally clear look at fad diets, sustainable fat loss, and the real science behind building muscle while dropping weight. They talk through keto myths, progressive overload, food psychology, and why modern life is designed to make you overeat. If you have ever felt stuck or confused by conflicting nutrition advice, this episode cuts through the noise.Sign up for Ethan's newsletter for more insights and updates: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 The Keto Mistake Ethan Discovered02:45 What Mike’s TED Talk Changed06:07 Progressive Overload Explained Simply12:47 What Failure in Training Really Means17:32 How Beginners Should Actually Train20:30 Muscle vs Fat and Why Muscle Matters23:26 Why Muscle Improves Metabolic Health27:07 Why Overweight People Often Excel at Lifting29:23 Why Fad Diets Set You Up for Failure32:46 The Danger of One Size Fits All Diets35:59 Hunger, Evolution and Modern Food41:21 The Red Pill of Understanding Food45:56 Why Food Is Not Moral or Immoral48:30 The Forbidden Food Effect52:13 Ethan Reintroduces Carbs and Freaks Out53:55 Why Boring Science Wins in the End Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Breaking Free from Food Fear with Jacob Smith

  What happens when nutrition myths collide with lived experience and real science? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Jacob to explore the confusion, fear and evolving beliefs around food, dieting and identity. They talk about breaking free from restrictive rules, learning to trust your body and replacing guilt with grounded understanding. The conversation digs into calories, keto history, processed food fear, personal patterns and how to rebuild a healthy relationship with eating.If you want more honest conversations like this, sign up for Ethan’s newsletter: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Welcome and intro01:09 Falling into nutrition misinformation02:51 Studying nutrition and shifting beliefs04:46 Ethan’s dieting history07:09 Calories in calories out realization10:06 Fear and judgment around food12:23 Personal experimentation and routines14:48 Learning to individualize nutrition16:42 Keto, identity and starting over18:58 Trusting real science21:44 Shifting the goal from weight loss to fat loss24:43 The dark side of extreme calorie restriction28:25 Coaching through mindset and misinformation31:32 The problem with cookie cutter coaching33:56 Missing life because of food rules38:24 Food fear and social consequences41:22 Why online nutrition beliefs shift43:54 Ultra processed food vs mindset46:34 Diet soda, health claims and nuance48:54 Reintroducing processed foods without chaos51:06 The failure of abstinence based eating53:13 Food as culture and connection55:09 Final thoughts and closing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Why Doing Hard Things Changes Everything

  What happens when running becomes a path to understanding pain, purpose and growth? Ethan sits down with Nick Thompson to explore the mindset behind doing hard things, pushing physical limits and finding meaning in movement. From beating cancer to setting records in his forties, Nick shares stories that challenge excuses and expand what we believe is possible.Sign up for Ethan's newsletter here: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Intro00:50 Nick’s approach to running03:35 Breaking mental limits07:50 Discipline and daily habits12:03 The message behind Nick’s book15:50 Why hard things matter20:37 Building capacity over time24:40 Coming back from cancer27:18 Getting faster in the forties29:01 Advice for new runners30:42 Walking and mindfulness31:33 Training in any weather32:12 Running to the airport32:49 Closing conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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