TRT DAD Unscripted
The TRT DAD Unscripted podcast explores the science, benefits and challenges of hormone optimization for men and women. Episodes often feature patients, researchers and medical experts discussing topics like low testosterone symptoms, treatment options, mental health, fitness and lifestyle changes. The TDU podcast aims to educate listeners on how TRT can improve energy, mood, strength and overall quality of life, while also addressing misconceptions, risks and importance of personal care.
Episodes
86 episodes
#85 The Government Finally Got TRT Right... Well, Almost
The government just released new guidance around testosterone and surprisingly, they got a lot of it right.But they also got some pretty important things wrong.In this episode we break down the new military guidelines for low test...
#84 You Look Great on TRT... But Are You Actually Healthy?
Can you look incredible on TRT and still be metabolically unhealthy? Absolutely and that's where things get interesting.We talk why being lean, muscular and looking great in the mirror doesn't automatically mean your blood pr...
#83 Do You Need TRT... or Do You Just Need to Lose Weight?
In episode 83 we break down the growing debate over TRT vs GLP-1 medications for obese men with low testosterone.Can obesity itself crush your testosterone? Could significant weight loss bring testosterone back naturally? Should a severe...
#82 My TRT Bloodwork EXPOSED! The Numbers I Wasn't Expecting
This week Im putting my own bloodwork on the table.Josh from Virtus Health Optimization joins me to break down my latest labs and look at what's actually happening under the hood while I'm on TRT.We go through the numbers that mat...
#81 Stop Wasting Your Workouts. The Best Exercises to Actually Build Muscle
We sit down with personal trainer Noah Smith to break down what actually works when it comes to building muscle, getting stronger and improving your overall fitness.We get into the best exercises for different muscle groups, which moveme...
#80 The Healthcare System is F*CKED, Here's Why
What happens when a provider gets fed up with the traditional healthcare system?This week I had Josh and Richie from Virtus Health Optimization for a conversation about what healthcare looks like from the other side of the exam room....
#79 Can TRT Ruin Your Marriage? The Relationship Side Nobody Talks About
TRT can change more than your testosterone levels. It can change your confidence, sex drive, energy, mood and sometimes the entire dynamic of your relationship.We get into the side of testosterone replacement therapy that doesn't get tal...
#78 Does TRT Really Change Your Body? The Truth About Body Composition
Does TRT really change your body composition or is that just another overhyped TRT claim?We break down what can actually happen to your body after optimizing testosterone. We talk muscle mass, body fat, strength, recovery, weight changes...
#77 FDA Just Changed the Peptide Conversation + How Do I Start TRT?
The FDA recently held a major meeting on peptides and it could have a big impact on the future of hormone optimization.In this episode we break down what actually happened at the FDA meeting, what it means for peptides going forward and ...
#76 The Supplements Every Man Should be Taking
Episode 76 is all supplements and separating the science from the marketing.Walk into any supplement store and you'll find hundreds of products all promising more muscle, better testosterone, more energy and a longer life. But which ones...
#75 The Military Just Declared War on Low Testosterone
The conversation around men's health just changed in a BIG way..In episode 75 we break down one of the biggest testosterone stories in years: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's announcement that military members age 30 and older will recei...
#74 What Happened to Men Like This?
As America celebrates Independence Day, we're taking a different look at the founding of our nation.What kind of men looked at the most powerful empire in the world and decided to risk everything for freedom? While no one knows what thei...
#73 The Truth About Life After Starting TRT
Most men on TRT obsess over Total T, Free T and SHBG. Once you've been on therapy for a while, those numbers only tell part of the story.We break down the overlooked markers that can impact energy, recovery, cardiovascular health, body c...
#72 The Biggest TRT Lies We Keep Hearing
This one was for the community.We jumped on a live roundtable and answered your TRT questions in real time, no sugarcoating, no scripted BS.From libido to labs, estrogen to fertility, protocols to side effects.. we covered what me...
#71 Did TRT Kill Your Sex Drive & Your Fertility?
Nobody starts TRT expecting LESS sex drive or fertility problems.But it happens..In this episode we get brutally honest about libido crashes, sperm shutdown, HCG, enclomiphene, estrogen and why some guys feel unstoppable while oth...
#70 Can You Trust Your TRT Clinic?
The Guardian recently published an article claiming testosterone clinics may be over diagnosing men, turning normal aging, stress, fatigue and low libido into a booming business model. So we brought in a TRT clinic owner to have the conversatio...
#69 Peptides: Fat Loss Cheat Code or Just Expensive Hype?
Peptides are blowing up right now but most guys have no idea what they actually do.In this episode we break down the real story behind the peptide craze. From fat loss and muscle growth to recovery and sleep, it seems like there's a pept...
#68 "She's Not the Same Lately.. And it Might Not Be What You Think
She's more tired. More irritable. Not interested in sex. Not sleeping and honestly just doesn't feel like the same person anymore.Most guys assume it's stress or worse, its the relationship.But what if that's not it?In this...
#67 "Your Bloodwork is Normal", Says Your Doctor... So Why Do You Feel Like Sh*t?
Your bloodwork comes back "normal".Your doctor tells you "you're fine".So why do you feel like sh*t?Low energy. No drive. Brain fog. Zero libido. You know something's off but you keep getting the same answer. "Everything lo...
#66 You Don't Need More Motivation - You Need Your Testosterone Back
If you're tired, unmotivated and feel like you've lost your edge.. it might not be a mindset problem.In this episode, we break down how TRT impacts energy, drive, discipline and why so many men are stuck blaming themselves instead of fix...
#65 Beach Body on TRT: The Truth About GLPs, Fat Loss and Getting Lean Fast
Summer is coming and everybody wants to get lean yesterday.In this episode I sit with Josh from Virtus Health Optimization and we break down what actually takes to get beach body ready when you're on TRT. We get into GLPs, fat loss strat...
#64 TRT Side Effects Exposed: Aromatase Inhibitors, High Hematocrit and Acne (What's Really Going On)
A lot of guys start TRT expecting a complete life upgrade and then get blindsided by side effects nobody really explained.In this episode, I sit down with Mike from Men's HealthSpan, Mason from Live Oak Testosterone and Josh from Virtus ...
#63 TRT & Chronic Disease: The Conversation Doctors Avoid
In this episode, we dive into a topic most doctors won't touch, the connection between testosterone and chronic disease.Low Testosterone has been linked to a long list of health issues including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, depressi...
#62 The Truth About Starting TRT: A Real Conversation with Evan
This episode is a real conversation with Evan about his experience starting TRT. Josh and Evan talk about what led him to the decision, what he expected verses what actually happened, how it's going now and where he's still coming up short. Thi...
#61 Why TRT Goes Sideways: Estrogen, Hematocrit and the Enclomiphene Confusion
In this episode we break down the real reasons TRT works for some men and completely falls apart for others.We talk testosterone vs estrogen, why aromatase inhibitors are overused and misunderstood and how chasing numbers instead of symp...