In this episode of Iron Culture, hosts Eric Trexler and Eric Helms discuss various themes surrounding fitness, nutrition, and the importance of open discourse in the community. The conversation addresses criticism received from listeners, the role of cynicism versus skepticism in fitness discussions, and the necessity of engaging with differing perspectives for personal and professional growth. The episode concludes with a call for self-awareness and openness in navigating the complexities of fitness discourse. If you're looking for some high-quality lifting gear or apparel, be sure to visit elitefts.com and use our discount code "MRR10" for a 10% discount. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Greetings 02:18 Tiny Utensils and Eating Behavior 05:40 The Controversy Surrounding Brian Wansink 08:23 Updates and Future Directions for Iron Culture 11:20 Addressing Criticism and Community Discourse 17:20 Navigating Evidence-Based Practice and Guest Selection 30:27 Evaluating Content and Moral Standards 32:35 The Role of Evidence in Interviews 34:11 Career Paths in Fitness and Coaching 36:54 Critiques and Misunderstandings in Fitness 40:34 Navigating Disagreements in Evidence-Based Fitness 46:16 Cynicism vs. Skepticism in Fitness Discourse 55:45 The Shift from Ideas to Personal Attacks 59:03 The Drama of Evidence-Based Fitness 01:01:47 The Importance of Empirical Science 01:06:14 Navigating Cynicism and Skepticism 01:12:21 Engaging with Different Perspectives 01:17:59 Self-Awareness in Fitness Discourse 01:24:08 The Role of Change and Growth in Fitness