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Primal Foundations Podcast
Welcome to the Primal Foundations Podcast! We will dive into what I believe are the 4 essential foundations you need to live a healthy lifestyle.
Strength , Nutrition , Movement , and Recovery.
Get ready to dive into discussions that will guide you on your transformative journey to unlocking your path to optimal health.
Don't miss out on the latest episodes – subscribe now to the Primal Foundations Podcast.
Episodes
60 episodes
Bonus Episode: The Next Four Years: Compete, Win & Thrive in College Sports w/ Angelo Gingerelli
Angelo Gingerelli brings 20 years of collegiate strength coaching wisdom to our first-ever guest episode, offering hard-earned lessons from his time at Seton Hall and beyond. He challenges the constant job-hopping in the industry, emphasizing t...
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Episode 52: Carnivore Transformation with Melissa Bee
What happens when your body finally gets exactly what it needs? Melissa Bee’s journey from corporate burnout to vibrant health reveals the transformative power of the carnivore lifestyle. After developing debilitating tinnitus in 2010 and recei...
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Episode 52
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Episode 51: Toxic Superfoods with Sally K Norton, MPH
Sally K. Norton shares her powerful journey from health-conscious eater to chronically ill patient, and the surprising discovery that changed everything. After decades of unexplained pain, surgeries, and symptoms that baffled doctors, Sally fou...
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Episode 51
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Bonus Episode: #5 The Art of Coaching: From Niches to Mindsets
Three veteran strength coaches—Nathan Bañuelos, Nikki Georgeson, and Tony Pascolla.—pull back the curtain on the realities of the personal training industry, bringing decades of combined experience to a candid discussion about coaching practice...
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Episode 50: Strength, Speed, and the Art of Coaching w/ Hunter Crine
Navigating the noise of the fitness industry can feel overwhelming, but Hunter Crine, founder of Kettlebell Coach University (KBCU), has forged a clear path to success. Beyond mentoring top coaches, Hunter has built a thriving community where p...
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Episode 50
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Episode 49: Carnivore in the Kitchen with Courtney Luna
Join us for a riveting conversation with Courtney Luna, a former yacht chef turned passionate carnivore advocate, as she shares her journey from battling food addiction and yo-yo dieting to finding freedom through a fully carnivorous lifestyle....
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Episode 49
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Episode 48: The Path to Healing with Ivy Sardi
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ivy Sardi, a passionate advocate for the carnivore lifestyle and natural medicine. From his Italian upbringing in Australia to overcoming addiction and finding redemption in prison, Ivy shares his jour...
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Episode 48
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Episode 47: Complete Carnivore with Jenny Mitich
Jenny Mitich, author of Complete Carnivore, joins us to share how the carnivore diet transformed her health and why it’s gaining momentum. From improving metabolic health to enhancing mental clarity, she breaks down the science, debunk...
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Episode 47
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Bonus Episode: Let's Talk Strength #4
Unlock the secrets of strength training with insights from Nathan Bañuelos, Nikki Georgeson, and Tony Pascolla. Nathan shares updates on his new kettlebell classes in Chicago, Tony discusses reviving barbell and kettlebell workshops while worki...
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Episode 46: World Carnivore Month 2025 with Casey Ruff
Happy World Carnivore Month!Casey Ruff returns to the Primal Foundations podcast as our first-ever triple guest, sharing his transformative journey with the carnivore lifestyle. In this episode, we uncover the surprising origin...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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Episode 45: Carnivore & Kettlebells with Mark Valenti
Join us on Episode 45 of the Primal Foundations podcast as we explore the inspiring journey of Mark Valenti, a StrongFirst Elite Instructor and former Highland Games competitor. Mark shares incredible stories from his two-decade career...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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Episode 44: Building a Fitness Community with Lauren Zallis
Meet Lauren Zallis, the unstoppable force behind Shift Performance, Chicago's premier kettlebell gym. Known as the Duchess of Bells, Lauren's journey from soccer athlete to fitness entrepreneur is a testament to resilience and vision. Despite s...
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Episode 44
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Bonus Episode: #3 Let's Talk Strength Podcast
Bonus Episode!!!!In this episode of Let’s Talk Strength, we kick off the year by diving into the classic theme of New Year’s resolutions. Together, we unpack why so many people struggle to stick to their goals and offer actionable advic...
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Episode 3
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Episode 43: Heart Rate Variability for Longevity with Dr. Torkil Færø
Discover how heart rate variability (HRV) can transform your health and longevity with Dr. Torkil Færø, physician and author of The Pulse Cure. Learn how wearable tech like Garmin, Whoop, and Oura can help optimize fitness, recovery, and stress...
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Episode 43
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Episode 42: Feel Better, Look Better, Die Slower with Jake Thomas
What if optimal health started with a simple dietary shift? In this episode of the Primal Foundations Podcast, Jake Thomas, a former US Marine turned lifestyle coach, shares his transformative journey from a vegan bodybuilding diet to embracing...
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Episode 42
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Episode 41: Healing Humanity with Kerry Mann
Kerry Mann, acclaimed podcaster and filmmaker of Healing Humanity, shares his inspiring health transformation story. Discover how the carnivore diet helped Kerry reclaim his vitality, tackling long-standing health challenges along the ...
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Episode 41
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Episode 40: Nutrition for Performance with Issy Watson
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Issy Watson, a hybrid athlete and Guinness World Record holder for the most chest-to-ground burpees in one hour. We’ll explore Issy’s foray into a carnivore and animal based diet and...
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Episode 40
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Bonus Episode: Let's Talk Strength # 2
Join hosts Tony Pascolla, Nikki Georgeson, and Nathan Banuelos as we unlock the secrets of consistency in health and fitness. We explore how staying focused, even with detours, is key to long-term success.Dive into functional strength tr...
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Episode 39: Keto Bodybuilding with Robert Sikes
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Robert Sikes, aka "Keto Savage," a natural ketogenic bodybuilder who shares his journey overcoming eating disorders and embracing the ketogenic lifestyle, offering fresh insights on performance and hea...
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Episode 39
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Episode 38: Body Confident with Coach Bronson Dant
Welcoming back fitness expert Coach Bronson Dant to the show! Coach Bronson shares insights from his new book, Body Confident, revealing how shifting focus from looks to what your body can do transforms health and fitness. Div...
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Episode 38
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Episode 37: Ancestral Nutrition and Modern Food with Dr. Bill Schindler
Can ancient food wisdom unlock optimal health in today's world? On the Primal Foundations podcast, join Dr. Bill Schindler, an archaeologist and anthropologist, as he shares his journey from unhealthy habits in the 70s and 80s to embracing ance...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36: The Carnivore Diet with Shawn Baker
Discover how Dr. Shawn Baker , a seasoned orthopedic surgeon and lifelong athlete, transformed his health and career by adopting an all-meat diet. Dr. Baker, who once struggled with weight and health issues despite rigorous exercise and traditi...
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Episode 36
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Episode 35: Dirty Keto with Vinnie Tortorich
Fitness enthusiasts, prepare to be inspired! Vinnie Tortorich, a renowned fitness expert, joins us for an unforgettable conversation about his relentless commitment to health despite battling leukemia. Vinnie's story of logging 365 hours of car...
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Episode 35
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Episode 34: Overcoming Chronic Illness with Scott Everson
Scott Everson opens up about his harrowing journey through severe health challenges, including mast cell activation syndrome and benzodiazepine withdrawal. Discover how reconnecting with friends and building a supportive community became the mo...
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Episode 34
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Episode 33: Carnivore Transformation with Carnivore JT
Meet Jason Brown, also known as Carnivore JT, the fearless advocate of the carnivore lifestyle and author of the Carnivorous Cookbook. In this enlightening episode, Jason takes us on his journey from a fit collegiate athlete to overcoming the t...
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Episode 33
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