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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The Hard Truth About Mindset: Why Change Never Gets Easier
What does it really take to change your mindset and stick with it? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Paige to explore why lasting change isn’t just about making one big decision but about continuously reframing and recommitting every single day. From battling unfairness to redefining success, Ethan shares hard-earned insights into discipline, mindset, and self-acceptance. Whether you’re struggling with food, fitness, or any form of personal growth, this conversation will challenge your perspective on what it means to truly change.Sign up for Ethan’s newsletter at ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Welcome to the American Glutton Podcast00:19 What does mindset really mean?01:03 Ethan explains why mindset isn’t a one-time decision02:50 The struggle of daily reorientation and repetition06:35 Defining the first step toward lasting change07:44 Why wanting something isn’t enough11:02 The myth of permanent results and “easy” success13:40 Searching for the one cause behind failure15:48 Ethan’s real definition of mindset17:16 Rebuilding from failed diets and methods19:48 The hard truth about sustainable change21:02 The unfairness of the journey22:51 The dessert story that reveals life’s unfairness26:58 Life isn’t fair – and that’s okay27:43 What to do when it feels too hard29:18 Restructuring your life for success31:53 Maintenance and constant upkeep34:29 Adapting to new circumstances35:29 Finding balance in imperfect conditions38:11 Accepting what’s realistic for you40:33 Redefining success and celebrating small wins43:08 The antithesis of mindset44:49 Realistic goals versus unrealistic dreams46:39 Finding satisfaction in your own story48:34 Ethan’s approach to balance and self-compassion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Truth About Loose Skin and Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss The Truth About Loose Skin and Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss
Have you ever wondered what happens to your body after major weight loss? Ethan sits down with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban to dive deep into the realities of loose skin, surgical options, and what it truly takes to rebuild confidence after a transformation.They explore the pros and cons of surgery, common misconceptions, and the emotional side of body changes. Whether you’re on your own fitness journey or simply curious about what comes next, this conversation pulls back the curtain on life after weight loss.SHOW HIGHLIGHTSIntroduction and Ethan’s relationship with foodThe emotional side of body transformationUnderstanding the issue of loose skin after weight lossSurgical solutions and realistic expectationsHow Dr. Rady Rahban approaches body contouring proceduresFinal insights and takeaways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Actor Ethan Suplee was an aspiring plus size model long before it became trendy and now sets out to examine our current obesity crisis. On American Glutton, he’ll talk to everyone from experts to the average Joe, exploring all the diets he has been on over the last two decades, taking us on his journey from obese to svelte and back again, examining what worked and what made him gain everything back plus 50 pounds. Sharing his ever-lasting search for the next quick fix, we’ll delve into the joys of suffering, relativism, dogged determination, and the proper way to braise a pork belly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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