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Abel James Show
Abel James Show

Abel James Show

Abel James

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Get cutting-edge insights from world-class leaders in health, fitness, longevity, entrepreneurship, music and brain science. In-depth interviews with 400+ world-renowned experts including James Clear, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. Mark Hyman, Robb Wolf, Dr. Jack Kruse, Nir Eyal, Tony Horton, Dr. John Gray, Tim Ferriss, Lewis Howes, JP Sears, and many more. Originally launched in 2012 with the tongue-in-cheek title, The Fat-Burning Man Show, this podcast hit #1 in Health in 8 countries with 100 million downloads and 4 independent media awards. Featuring in-depth interviews with Professional Athletes, #1 Bestselling Authors, Entrepreneurs, Doctors, Touring Musicians, Comedians, Artists, and more, this podcast will dramatically change the way you think so you can achieve mastery in health and performance. A leading voice in health and technology for more than a decade, Abel James has helped millions train like the masters and get in the best physical, mental, and spiritual shape of their lives. Abel James is an OG Podcaster, New York Times Bestselling Author of “The Wild Diet,” and an award-winning Musician. He’s starred as a Celebrity Coach on ABC Television, in documentaries, and has been featured in People, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Fox News, and many other major media platforms and podcasts. Get ready to explore a wide variety of topics to help you master your mindset and motivation, delving into mental health, circadian biology, mitochondrial health, peak performance optimization, and much more...

Recent Episodes

Joshua Weissman: Cooking is an Act of Rebellion
MAR 31, 2025
Joshua Weissman: Cooking is an Act of Rebellion
Today, we have a special in-person episode going back in time with our friend <strong>Joshua Weissman</strong>.<br /><br />This episode was actually recorded many moons ago, but after one of my computers died the files sadly went missing.<br /><br />Now years later, I was able to retrieve most of our conversation and finally edit this show together.<br /><br />Since the original recording of this episode, Joshua has gone on to become <strong>one of the most renowned chefs in the world</strong>, with incredible <strong>viral cooking videos</strong> and a couple bestselling cookbooks to his name. If you’d like to follow Joshua (and you’d be crazy not to), find him on the socials by looking for Joshua Weissman or by visiting<a href="http://joshuaweissman.com" target="_blank"> joshuaweissman.com</a>.<br /><br />If you’d like to get free recipes, and stay up to date about our next in-person events, masterminds and live shows in Austin and beyond, sign up for my newsletter below or at<a href="http://abeljames.com" target="_blank"> AbelJames.com</a>.<br /><br />On this special episode, you’ll hear:<br /><ul><li>Why Joshua turned down an offer to star on a reality show</li><li>Joshua’s secrets to making the perfect old-school sourdough</li><li>Why pro cooks don’t even need to taste their food</li><li>Why a good white wine should leave a little bit of tingle on the tongue</li><li>And much more…</li></ul><em>Quick note: the original high quality audio from the microphones went missing when the computer died, and this audio is from the video camera itself, so apologies if the audio sounds less pro than usual.<br /></em><br />This episode is brought to you by:<br /><br />Alive Waters - Go to <a href="http://alivewaters.com" target="_blank">AliveWaters.com</a> and use code ABELJAMES for 22% off your 1st order.<br />Pique Life – Save 20% off the Pu’er Bundle and get a free starter kit when you go to: <a href="http://piquelife.com/wild" target="_blank">PiqueLife.com/wild<br /></a><br />I hope you enjoy this raw in-person conversation with the one-and-only Joshua Weissman.<br /><br />In this special episode, Abel James reconnects with renowned chef Joshua Weissman in a conversation that was recorded years ago but only recently recovered. Joshua shares his journey from turning down reality TV offers to becoming a viral sensation with his cooking videos and best-selling cookbooks. The discussion delves into the art of cooking, exploring why professional chefs don't need to taste their food, the secrets to perfect sourdough, and the importance of caring about the food you prepare. Joshua emphasizes the significance of cooking as a fundamental human experience, encouraging listeners to embrace the simplicity and therapeutic nature of preparing meals.<br /><br />The episode also touches on broader themes such as the impact of reality TV on personal branding, the evolution of special effects in movies, and the societal shift away from cooking. Joshua and Abel discuss the cultural and emotional connections to food, the importance of maintaining traditional cooking practices, and the joy of sharing homemade meals with others. They explore the idea that cooking is not just about sustenance but a way to connect with others and find meaning in everyday life.
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75 MIN
Mark Sisson: Why Walking Beats Running for Longevity
MAR 6, 2025
Mark Sisson: Why Walking Beats Running for Longevity
What’s better for longevity—running or walking?<br /><br />It’s a bit of a trick question.<br /><br />But if there is one answer, it’s definitely walking.<br /><br />If you want to be fit and live for a long time, you don’t need to subject yourself to suffer fests and slog through long runs.<br /><br />In fact, when you combine daily walks with the habit of sprinting just about once a week, magic starts to happen. <br /><br />Today, I’m thrilled to be joined once again by our friend <strong>Mark Sisson</strong>, <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author and founder of Primal Kitchen and Peluva minimalist shoes.<br /><br />Mark had an incredible career as an elite endurance athlete, qualifying for the 1980 Olympic trials in the marathon. But as you’ll hear, his high-mileage running habit ultimately took a toll, leading him to rethink everything he thought he knew about fitness and longevity.&nbsp;<br /><br />In his new book, Mark makes a compelling case that we humans are actually born to walk, not necessarily run, and that walking is one of the most powerful and most underrated tools we have for improving our health, body composition, and quality of life.&nbsp;<br /><br />As usual, this conversation challenges mainstream fitness dogma, and Mark always brings the receipts.<br /><br />In this conversation with Mark, you’ll hear:&nbsp;<br /><ul><li>Why <strong>effective</strong> <strong>exercise </strong>includes walking, strength training, and sprinting (but not necessarily jogging or running)</li><li>How “<strong>biohacking</strong>” is broken</li><li>Why <strong>stem cell treatments</strong> might be more <strong>dangerous</strong> than we thought</li><li>What <strong>longevity</strong> really means</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>Read the show notes: <a href="https://fatburningman.com/mark-sisson-why-walking-beats-running-for-longevity/" target="_blank">https://fatburningman.com/mark-sisson-why-walking-beats-running-for-longevity/</a><br /><br />Pick up Mark’s new book, “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Born-Walk-Promises-Running-Healthy-One/dp/1736294415" target="_blank"><em>Born To Walk</em>” on Amazon</a> or wherever books are sold.<br /><br />Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: <a href="https://abeljames.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://abeljames.substack.com/</a> <br /><br />Listen and support the show on Fountain: <a href="https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH" target="_blank">https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH</a> <br /><br />Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman</a> <br /><br />Like the show on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman</a> <br /><br />Follow on X: <a href="https://x.com/abeljames" target="_blank">https://x.com/abeljames</a> <br /><br />Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: <a href="http://fatburningman.com/bonus" target="_blank">http://fatburningman.com/bonus</a>&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong><br /><strong>AG1</strong>—claim your FREE $76 gift with your subscription. Just go to <a href="https://drinkag1.com/abel" target="_blank">DrinkAG1.com/abel</a> to start your new year on a healthier note.&nbsp;<br /><strong>Pique Life</strong> – Save 20% off the Pu’er Bundle plus a free starter kit when you go to: <a href="http://piquelife.com/wild" target="_blank">PiqueLife.com/wild</a>
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68 MIN
Tristan Scott: Hidden Dangers of EMFs and Artificial Blue Light
FEB 24, 2025
Tristan Scott: Hidden Dangers of EMFs and Artificial Blue Light
Have you ever had a concussion?<br /><br />Anyone who’s ever had their bell rung knows recovery can be brutal. <br /><br />But with enough time and the right treatment, our bodies also have the remarkable ability to heal. <br /><br />Today we’re going hard in the paint on brain health, electromagnetic fields and decentralization in tech, food and finance with our friend <strong>Tristan Scott</strong>.<br /><br />Tristan is an electrical engineer, health marketing lead at Daylight Computer Company, and author of “<em>Bitcoin and Beef</em>.”<br /><br />After suffering from debilitating long-term symptoms following multiple concussions sustained as a college athlete, Tristan made a commitment to healing his brain. This led to a deep dive into the world of alternative health, exploring the critical roles our diet, circadian rhythm and electromagnetic environment play in our health and performance.&nbsp;<br /><br />I met Tristan in Austin last year at Squatch while feasting on delicious beef from our friend Johnny, and from our first conversation it’s clear why Tristan has become a rising voice and leader in the world of alternative health and tech.&nbsp;<br /><br />Tristan’s expertise in electrical engineering gives him a unique perspective on the often-overlooked impacts of EMFs, and how we can reclaim our health and sovereignty in the face of the technological onslaught of the modern world.&nbsp;<br /><br />In this conversation with Tristan Scott, you’ll hear:<br /><ul><li>Easy tips to <strong>reduce your exposure to EMFs</strong> (from a trained engineer)</li><li>How Tristan recovered from long-term symptoms following <strong>multiple concussions</strong></li><li>Tristan’s vision for <strong>decentralized technology</strong> to create a more sovereign future</li><li>The surprising relationship between <strong>bitcoin and beef</strong></li><li>And more…</li></ul>Read the show notes: <a href="https://fatburningman.com/tristan-scott-hidden-dangers-of-emfs-and-artificial-blue-light/" target="_blank">https://fatburningman.com/tristan-scott-hidden-dangers-of-emfs-and-artificial-blue-light/</a><br /><br />Go to <a href="https://daylightcomputer.com" target="_blank">https://daylightcomputer.com</a> to explore the Daylight Computer tablet, and pick up Tristan Scott's book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Beef-Criticisms-Similarities-Decentralization/dp/B09W799F5F" target="_blank">"<em>Bitcoin and Beef</em>" here on Amazon</a><br /><br />Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: <a href="https://abeljames.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://abeljames.substack.com/</a> <br /><br />Listen and support the show on Fountain: <a href="https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH" target="_blank">https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH</a> <br /><br />Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman</a> <br /><br />Like the show on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman</a> <br /><br />Follow on X: <a href="https://x.com/abeljames" target="_blank">https://x.com/abeljames</a> <br /><br />Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: <a href="http://fatburningman.com/bonus" target="_blank">http://fatburningman.com/bonus</a><br /><br /><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong><br /><strong>Pique Life</strong>—Go to <a href="http://piquelife.com/wild" target="_blank">PiqueLife.com/wild</a> to save 20% off plus get a free rechargeable frother and glass beaker with your 1st purchase<br /><strong>Alive Water</strong>—Go to <a href="https://alivewaters.com/" target="_blank">AliveWaters.com</a> and use code <strong>ABELJAMES</strong> to save 22% off your 1st order
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69 MIN
John Lee Dumas: How to Quit the Rat Race and Move to Paradise
FEB 6, 2025
John Lee Dumas: How to Quit the Rat Race and Move to Paradise
Have you ever dreamed of dropping out of the rat race and moving to a tropical paradise?<br /><br />This week’s guest actually did it.<br /><br />If you’ve ever struggled through an 80 hour workweek, you know it can be incredibly profitable… but at what cost to your health, happiness and family life?<br /><br />How do you know when enough is enough?<br /><br />Today we’re here with fellow OG podcaster and host of the hit show Entrepreneurs on Fire, my friend <strong>John Lee Dumas</strong>.<br /><br />After years working 60-80 hours a week living in San Diego, JLD made the life-changing decision to revamp his business and move his family to Puerto Rico, where he now works just 20-30 hours a week kicking back in a Caribbean paradise.<br /><br />And get this—after more than a decade of podcasting, JLD has recorded more than 4,500 podcast interviews with some of the top minds in business, so he has the unique ability to tap into the pulse of what it really means to be a successful entrepreneur, and someone whose successful in business and in life for the long term.<br /><br />In this episode with John Lee Dumas, you’re about to hear:<br /><ul><li>How John reduced his <strong>workweek</strong> from 80 hours to around <strong>20 hours</strong>—doesn’t that sound nice</li><li>How to achieve <strong>longevity in podcasting</strong>, business, and life</li><li>How to <strong>adapt</strong> to the AI Revolution</li><li>How to find <strong>financial freedom</strong> by defining your “enough”</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>Read the show notes: <a href="https://fatburningman.com/john-lee-dumas-how-to-quit-the-rat-race-and-move-to-paradise/" target="_blank">https://fatburningman.com/john-lee-dumas-how-to-quit-the-rat-race-and-move-to-paradise/</a><br /><br />Go to <a href="https://uncommonsuccessbook.com/" target="_blank">https://uncommonsuccessbook.com/</a> to grab John Lee Dumas’ top-rated book, "<em>The Common Path to Uncommon Success</em>" and head over to <a href="https://www.eofire.com/" target="_blank">https://www.eofire.com/</a> to listen to the Entrepreneurs On Fire podcast with John Lee Dumas<br /><br />Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: <a href="https://abeljames.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://abeljames.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Listen and support the show on Fountain: <a href="https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH" target="_blank">https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH</a><br /><br />Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman</a><br /><br />Like the show on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman</a><br /><br />Follow on X: <a href="https://x.com/abeljames" target="_blank">https://x.com/abeljames</a><br /><br />Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: <a href="http://fatburningman.com/bonus" target="_blank">http://fatburningman.com/bonus</a><br /><br /><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong><br /><strong>Pique Life</strong>—Save 20% off the Pu’er Bundle plus a free starter kit when you go to: <a href="http://piquelife.com/wild" target="_blank">PiqueLife.com/wild</a><br /><strong>AG1</strong>—Claim your FREE $76 gift with your subscription at <a href="https://drinkag1.com/abel" target="_blank">DrinkAG1.com/abel</a>, and start your new year on a healthier note.
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55 MIN
Paul Chek: How to Optimize Performance and Longevity (without Biohacks)
JAN 23, 2025
Paul Chek: How to Optimize Performance and Longevity (without Biohacks)
Are you tired of the never-ending hacks, shortcuts, protocols and gimmicks that some call biohacking?<br /><br />19-year-olds are juicing up with exogenous hormones and getting implants just to keep up with the Joneses on Instagram.<br /><br />The materialistic worldview pushed by those with something to sell in the world of health can lead to an unhealthy obsession with appearance and status.<br /><br />Is this really what health looks like?<br /><br />How can we transcend the hype, nonsense and noise?<br /><br />Today, I’m honored to be here with the one and only <strong>Paul Chek</strong>.<br /><br />For over 40 years, Paul has been a pioneer in the world of corrective exercise, kinesiology, and holistic health. But his wisdom extends far beyond the physical, as he shares profound insights on the spiritual and existential dimensions of the human experience.<br /><br />This is no ordinary conversation about health and longevity - it's a masterclass in living an authentic, fulfilling life.<br /><br />In this episode with Paul Chek, you’ll hear:<br /><ul><li>The dangers of taking shortcuts with <strong>your health</strong> and joining the biohacking cult</li><li>How to <strong>build the courage to be yourself</strong> in a world that conditions you to fit in</li><li>How our spiritual practice can help optimize our health and <strong>longevity</strong></li><li>Why instead of eating cake on his birthday, Paul stacks enormous rocks to <strong>create a monument</strong> of stone…</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>Read the show notes: <a href="https://fatburningman.com/paul-chek-how-to-optimize-performance-and-longevity-without-biohacks/" target="_blank">https://fatburningman.com/paul-chek-how-to-optimize-performance-and-longevity-without-biohacks/</a><br /><br />Go to <a href="https://paulchek.com/" target="_blank">https://paulchek.com/</a> to claim your free 3-week trial to Spirit Gym with Paul Chek, and to browse Paul's books, podcasts, blogs and more<br /><br />Join the Abel James’ Substack channel: <a href="https://abeljames.substack.com/" target="_blank">https://abeljames.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Listen and support the show on Fountain: <a href="https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH" target="_blank">https://fountain.fm/show/6ZBhFATsjzIJ3QVofgOH</a><br /><br />Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/fatburningman</a><br /><br />Like the show on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman</a><br /><br />Follow on X: <a href="https://x.com/abeljames" target="_blank">https://x.com/abeljames</a><br /><br />Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: <a href="http://fatburningman.com/bonus" target="_blank">http://fatburningman.com/bonus</a><br /><br /><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong><br />Juvent Micro-Impact Platform from <a href="https://www.juvent.com/wild" target="_blank">Juvent.com</a> – Save $500 off your purchase with code<strong> WILD</strong><br />Pique Life – <strong>Save 20%</strong> off the Pu’er Bundle plus a free starter kit when you go to: <a href="https://piquelife.com/wild" target="_blank">PiqueLife.com/wild</a>
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123 MIN