Botox and Burpees
Dr. Sam Rhee is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a CrossFit L1-certified coach who discusses cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, beauty, fitness and personal health. Learn along with Dr. Rhee as he explores the positive and uplifting relationships between beauty, fitness and aesthetic care.
Episodes
115 episodes
S0113 Beyond the Basics: Should Athletes Consider Peptide BPC 157? With Guest Marissa Liza
Peptides have become a hot topic in the fitness and recovery world, but what's the truth behind the hype? In this revealing conversation, special guest Marissa Liza, a licensed acupuncturist @allpointsacu who's been taking the peptide BPC-157 f...
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Season 5
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Episode 113
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35:30
S05E112 The Price of Beauty: Tragic Lessons from Ana Bárbara Buhr Buldrini's Case with Guest Dr. Lawrence Tong
In this episode of Botox and Burpees, host Sam Rhee invites Dr. Lawrence Tong, a renowned plastic surgeon from Toronto, to discuss the tragic passing of 31-year-old Brazilian influencer Ana Bárbara Buhr Buldrini @anabmusi following cosmetic sur...
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Season 5
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Episode 112
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45:04
S05E111 Two Plastic Surgeons' Guide to the Best Sunscreen Choices - with Guest Dr. Lawrence Tong
The battle against premature aging begins with a single, crucial step—applying sunscreen daily. But with countless options flooding the market, how do you select one that's not only effective but also something you'll actually use consistently?...
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Season 5
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Episode 111
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27:02
S05E110 - In Remembrance of Stephen Rice: Team Master Blaster - An Unexpected CrossFit Duo
There are friendships that defy expectations—bonds between people who, on paper, shouldn't connect. Yet these unexpected relationships often teach us the most profound lessons. My friendship with Stephen Rice was exactly that kind of connection...
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Season 5
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Episode 110
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17:31
S05E109 Is Creatine the Super Mind AND Body Supplement For Any Age?
Creatine stands as the most heavily researched supplement in the fitness world, yet myths and questions about its use persist. What exactly happens when this natural compound enters your body? Who should take it? Is it truly safe?Diving...
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Season 5
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Episode 109
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29:07
S05E108 Language & Identity as a Korean American with Sasha Rhee
Cultural identity exists in the spaces between languages, generations, and countries. When Sasha joins her father for this candid conversation, they unravel what it means to grow up Korean American through their distinct generational lenses.
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Season 5
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Episode 108
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58:41
S05E107 PR Yesterday, Flares Today: CrossFitter Laura "Legit" Romanek's Rollercoaster with Rheumatoid Arthritis
What happens as an athlete when your own body becomes its own worst enemy? In this raw and powerful conversation, CrossFit athlete Laura "Legit" Romanek @mcskins opens up about her journey with rheumatoid arthritis, a diagnosis that threatened ...
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Season 5
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Episode 107
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44:28
S05E106 Magnesium: Magic Mineral or Overhyped Supplement?
Magnesium has become the one of the most popular supplements in the world, but does it deserve the hype? As both a physician with nearly three decades of experience and someone who's relied on magnesium to combat debilitating muscle cramps, hos...
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Season 5
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Episode 106
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17:33
S05E105 Navigating High School and the College Admissions Journey with Nicholas Rhee
S05E105 Navigating High School and the College Admissions Journey with Nicholas RheeEver wonder what it's really like to navigate the high-stakes world of college applications as a teenager today? In this family conversation, host Sam R...
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Season 5
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Episode 105
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55:27
S05E104 - Tiger Parents or Smart College Admissions Strategists?: How We Got Two Kids Into Duke with Special Guest Susan Rhee
College admissions - the high-stakes game that dominates the lives of high school students and their families. In this episode, my guest is my spouse Susan Rhee @susanrhee as we unpack how our two children successfully navigated their way to Du...
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Season 5
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Episode 104
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1:12:22
S05E103 - Beyond RICE: Modern Approaches to Athletic Healing with Kayla Andrews
The way we've been taught to treat athletic injuries could be completely wrong. In this eye-opening conversation with certified athletic trainer Kayla Andrews @kay__wellness, we challenge the decades-old RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression, e...
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Season 5
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Episode 103
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1:05:24
S05E102 Yoga Meets CrossFit: Poses Plus Power with Kristin Fazio
Does yoga have a place in a CrossFit athlete's training regimen? In this eye-opening conversation with yoga instructor Kristen Fazio @kristenfazyoga, we explore the surprising synergy between these seemingly opposite disciplines.Kristen...
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Season 5
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Episode 102
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51:19
S05E101: Inside the World of Investment Banking: How Finance Careers Are Decided in College
The secretive world of Wall Street recruitment has always fascinated outsiders – but few understand just how early the talent pipeline begins. Host Sam Rhee chats with his daughter, Sasha Rhee, about her journey and experiences in securing a su...
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Season 5
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Episode 101
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47:07
S05E100 Oh No! I Missed the Cutline in the CrossFit 2025 Open! Now What? With Guest Kristen Torres
What happens when you miss your competitive goals despite giving your all? In the world of CrossFit, where success is measured in seconds and pounds, missing qualification cuts can feel devastating—especially when you made it the year before.
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Season 5
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Episode 100
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39:56
S05E99 Should I Take Rapamycin: The Fountain of Youth or Scientific Gamble?
Would you like to live 10, 15, or even 20 years longer just by taking a weekly pill? Join us as we dive into the buzzworthy world of rapamycin, a drug lauded by researchers as potentially the most powerful anti-aging treatment ever discovered.&...
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Season 5
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Episode 99
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42:09
S05E98 The Empathy Edge: What AI Chatbots Teach Us About Listening
Join host Sam Rhee on this episode as he explores the surprising empathy skills of AI chatbots and what we can learn from them to become better listeners. Drawing from Jamil Zaki's insights, we discuss how chatbots like ChatGPT often outperform...
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Season 5
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Episode 98
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8:57
S05E97 From 6 Gyms to 120: Growth and Entrepreneurship with Chris Hardenberg: Lessons from the COO of Station Athletics
With six current company gyms, how can Station Athletics @stationathletics reach their goal of 120 gyms in 10 years?Chris Hardenberg @c_hard_fit, the Head of Operations for Station Athletics shares his journey from being a high school w...
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Season 5
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Episode 97
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1:11:12
S05E96 Decoding Skincare: Top Amazon Skin Care Products with Guest Sasha Rhee
In this fun episode of Botox and Burpees, host Dr. Sam Rhee is joined by his daughter Sasha Rhee for an in-depth discussion on skincare. They unravel the myriad of products Sasha orders from Amazon, showcasing Sasha's diverse skinc...
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Season 5
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Episode 96
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17:57
S05E95 Challenges in CrossFit Journalism: Teaganne Finn Senior Writer for Morning Chalk Up
Special guest Senior Writer for Morning Chalk Up and CrossFit Trainer at CrossFit Union Square @crossfitunionsquare in NYC, Teaganne Finn @tfinn94 shares her journey from journalism to CrossFit coaching, illuminating the power of community in p...
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Season 5
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Episode 95
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41:04
S05E94 Proven Strategies for Achieving Success with Fitness and Nutrition Coach Jessica Wende
Join us as we welcome Jessica Wende @jwbfitness3, a remarkable fitness and nutrition coach who’s a shining example of resilience and passion. From conquering childhood health challenges to achieving All-American status in the 100 meters and ear...
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Season 5
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Episode 94
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39:28
S05E93 Achieving Success and Overcoming Challenges with FITAID Co-Founder President Aaron Hinde
What motivates someone to leave a thriving career and jump into the unknown world of entrepreneurship? After surviving multiple challenges, how do you grow LIFEAID into a company worth over $100 million? Aaron Hinde shares his transformative jo...
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Season 5
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Episode 93
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57:32
S05E92 Unpacking CrossFit's Youth Decline with Special Guest Sasha Rhee
Our conversation with Sasha Rhee, Dr. Rhee's daughter, we examine the decline of CrossFit among young adults, delving into perceptions and challenges that deter participation. Sasha shares her extensive journey in CrossFit, starting from age ni...
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Season 5
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Episode 92
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26:40
S05E91 - Ron Ananian: The Car Doctor and CrossFit Athlete – Radio Icon and Lessons of Perseverance
Ron Ananian @ronananian, famously known as the "Car Doctor," takes us on an exhilarating journey from being an auto mechanic to becoming a celebrated radio host with over five decades of experience. The episode is pulsating with Ron's passion f...
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Season 5
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Episode 91
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55:50
S05E90 Sustainable Nutrition for Every Schedule: Insights from Nutrition Coach Kelly Cavin
Unlock the secrets to transforming your relationship with food in our conversation with inspirational nutrition coach Kelly Cavin @kellycavinnutrition. Kelly shares her personal journey from restrictive dieting to using nutrition as a powerful ...
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Season 5
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Episode 90
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35:47
S05E89 - A Closer Look at the New CrossFit Bison Owners Michael Dasilva and Adam Hawkinson
CrossFit has been a transformative journey for many, including our newest co-owners at CrossFit Bison, Adam Hawkinson and Michael Dasilva. Sam Rhee @botoxandburpeespodcast talks to them to find out who are they, and what are their future plans ...
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Season 5
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Episode 89
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33:50
