PODCAST · health
The Macro Perspective
by Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan
Join Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan as they share insights about health perspectives including fitness, nutrition, and self-awareness from a macro lens.
Episodes
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Evryday Club w/ Evyyn and Ryan O'Leary, EP 221
In this roundtable episode, Marcos and Seamus talk with Ryan and Evynn O’Leary of Evryday Club about building a social brand around interviews with older adults who stay active and strong. They explore how a spontaneous gym interview became a viral hit, what goes into making content people want…
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KetoneIQ for Body, Brain and Business w/ Michael Brandt, EP 220
Ketones are moving from niche biohacking circles into the mainstream. Michael Brandt, CEO and co-founder of KetoneIQ, joins to explain how he built a new category—and why ketones may have a role beyond sports performance. Michael traces his path from Stanford and YouTube to the run that sparked...
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Brown's Gas for Energy Efficiency and Inhalation Therapy w/ George Wiseman, EP 219
George Wiseman joins Marcos and Seamus to discuss invention, mechanical problem-solving, and Brown's gas. The conversation traces Wiseman's path from fuel-efficiency experiments to claims about hydrogen therapy, with the hosts pressing on the science, safety, and need for further research behind...
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VO2 and Benchmark Body Metrics w/ Stephen Olsen, EP 218
Marcos and Seamus sit down with Stephen Olson of Benchmark Body Metrics to dig into VO2 max testing, metabolic carts, DEXA scans, blood work, and wearable accuracy. Stephen breaks down what VO2 testing can and cannot tell us, why protocols should be individualized, and what his sauna experiments...
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CrowdHealth, Health Shares and Insurance, EP 217
Marcos and Seamus dig into CrowdHealth, the fast-growing healthcare crowdfunding model marketing itself as a secular, for-profit alternative to both traditional insurance and faith-based health shares. From $300 specialist bills to a $32,000 NICU stay, they stress-test the model against real...
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FitFlation In a Physique Attention Economy, EP 216
Marcos and Seamus break down how social media inflates fitness standards, why "average" now feels low, and why comparing yourself to your past self beats comparing yourself to the algorithm. Timestamps 00:00 - Defining fitflation 01:20 - Weight gain, body image 03:10 - Attention economy content...
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Eli Lilly Retatutride Lawsuits, EP 215
Eli Lilly has filed lawsuits against multiple US companies for allegedly selling black market retatrutide and counterfeit GLP products, even before the drug's official 2027 launch. Marcos Rivera and Seamus break down what's driving gray market demand, and why the bigger story isn't the drug…
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Health Brand Acquisitions and Consumer Trust, EP 214
When big companies buy trusted health and food brands…Thorne, Primal Kitchen, RXBAR, Perfect Bar, Pure Encapsulations…what actually changes? Seamus and Marcos dig into how scaling shifts size, taste, texture, and trust even when the branding doesn't. They cover label transparency, pricing...
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Exercise Physiology for Women w/ Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, EP 213
In this episode, Marcos and Seamus are joined by Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD in Integrative Physiology and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. She's a researcher and science communicator specializing in female physiology, exercise, and nutrition, with extensive hands-on experience...
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Confidence and Peak Living w/ Giovanni Vaccaro, EP 212
In this episode, Seamus is joined by Giovanni Vaccaro for a conversation on mindset, confidence, and optimizing life. Giovanni is co-founder of Glamsquad, the on-demand beauty platform operating in 15 cities nationwide, connecting 2,000+ pro beauty artists and delivering nearly 2 million…
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Brain Health As You Age w/ Ryan Glatt, EP 211
In this episode, Marcos and Seamus sit down with Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC, Director of the FitBrain℠ Program at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute, to explore how exercise, coaching, and neuroscience can work together to support lifelong brain health. Ryan shares how his personal experience...
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Proteinification of EVERYTHING, EP 210
In this episode, Marcos Rivera and Seamus unpack the rising cost of “proteinified” foods and why whole foods may still be the better value for most people. They also dig into how much protein you actually need, how to hit it without overcomplicating your diet, and why weekly macro tracking may be...
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Emotional Regulation for Health Success, EP 209
In episode 209, Marcos and Seamus explore how emotional regulation enhances performance across sports, work, and personal life. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Reflecting on six years since the pandemic 02:00 - Personal stories of loss during the pandemic 04:00 - How the pandemic changed...
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Peptides As The Gateway Drug for Performance, EP 208
Episode 208 explores the normalization of performance-enhancing drugs, peptides, and hormone optimization in the fitness and youth culture. It discusses the implications, safety, accessibility, and future trends of these substances, emphasizing the importance of informed decisions and bodily...
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200th Episode Special
200 EPISODES. 🤯 Only ~3% of podcasts ever make it this far… and somehow, here we are. What started as “just hit record and talk about this week” turned into 200 conversations, countless lessons, and a platform that’s grown beyond anything we expected. From breaking down health, fitness, and...
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VO2 Max Essentials with Brady Holmer, Ep 198
Ep. 198: VO2 Max Essentials with Brady Holmer 🎙️ Brady isn’t just talking theory—he’s lived this from every angle. With a background in Exercise Science, a PhD track in Applied Physiology, and work with Examine.com, he’s spent years breaking down the science of performance and longevity. On top…
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I Hope You Feel Better with Emily McAllister, Ep 196
EP 196 🎙️ I Hope You Feel Better with Emily McAllister Today, Emily McAllister is an author, a photographer, a speaker, a motivator, a humorist, a mom, and a wife… But 15 years ago, she was an addict who didn’t know where she was going with her life—only that it wasn’t anywhere healthy. She...
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REDSALT with Jacob Gise, Ep 193
REDSALT with Jacob Gise, Ep 193 This week we sat down with Jacob Gise — founder of REDSALT — and unpacked what it really takes to build a high-performance supplement company from the ground up. After years of owning a gym in Santa Monica, Jacob saw the gaps in the industry: underdosed formulas,...
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Men's Mental Health with Max Hernandez, Ep 191
🧠 EP 191 – Men’s Mental Health with Max Hernandez We talk a lot about physical training.But what about the battles men fight that you can’t see? In this episode, Max Hernandez gets real about pain, depression, purpose, relationships, and the courage it takes to be vulnerable as a man. This...
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The Full Stack Life with Mike Bledsoe, Ep 184
EP 184 — The Full Stack Life with Mike Bledsoe 🔥 We’re welcoming Mike Bledsoe BACK to the show for Part 2 — and if you loved our conversation back in May 2023, this one goes even deeper. Mike is a sovereign business architect and the creator of Full Stack Living, where he helps entrepreneurs...
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Tactical Diets with Susan Lopez, Ep 180
🎙️ Episode 180: Tactical Diets with Susan Lopez What happens when military precision meets performance nutrition? 🫡 This week, we sit down with Susan Lopez, the Tactical Dietitian, to unpack what it really takes to fuel first responders, military personnel, and tactical athletes at the highest...
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Work Hard, Wine Down with Margaux Alvarez, Ep 164
🎙️ Episode 164 – “Work Hard, Wine Down” with Margaux Alvarez 🍷 She’s baaaack! 💪 We’re welcoming 7x CrossFit Games athlete, winemaker, and all-around powerhouse Margaux Alvarez back to the show—and this convo is everything you need to feel fired up, grounded, and inspired. From crushing the…
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Hallmarks of Aging with Lior Roitman, Ep 162
🎙️ Ep. 162: Hallmarks of Aging with Lior Roitman 🎙️ Seamus and Marcos sit down with Dr. Lior Roitman, PhD in Biological Sciences and Head of Longevity Science at AI Longevity, for an illuminating conversation on the cutting-edge science of longevity and the transformative role of artificial...
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Diet Detox with Joe Hoye, Ep. 146
💪Diet Detox with Joe Hoye, Ep. 146 💪 Episode 146 of The Macro Perspective, "Diet Detox," features Joe Hoye, a fitness coach specializing in women's health and fitness. In this episode, Joe shares his transformative journey from a troubled youth to a successful coach, emphasizing the importance…
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The Love Inside with Jessica Faith Graham, Ep. 145
❤️The Love Inside with Jessica Faith Graham, Ep. 145 ❤️ In Episode 145 of The Macro Perspective, Seamus and Marcos welcome back Jessica Faith Graham—therapist, mindfulness mentor, and now children’s book author—for a heartfelt conversation about her latest work, The Love Inside. Together, they...
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HYBRD with Ben Katz, Ep. 143
🚨 HYBRD with Ben Katz, Ep. 143 🚨 In Episode 143 of The Macro Perspective, Seamus and Marcos sit down with Ben Katz, CEO of HYBRD, to explore how technology is revolutionizing the fitness industry. From the limitations of current wearables to the integration of AI in app development, this...
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The "Stait" of Men's Health with Shaun Sargent, Ep. 136
🎙 Ep 136: The "Stait" of Men's Health 🎙 This week on The Macro Perspective, Seamus and Marcos sat down with Shaun Sargent, co-founder of STAIT, to delve into the evolving landscape of men's health. They discuss how STAIT is addressing the unique health challenges men face, particularly those…
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Life, Aligned: A Deep Dive into Chiropractic Health with Dr. Shayan Yazdani, Ep. 128
Episode Alert! Life, Aligned: A Deep Dive into Chiropractic Health with Dr. Shayan Yazdani, Ep. 12 In this episode, Marcos and Seamus sit down with Dr. Shayan Yazdani, a chiropractor based in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, to explore the art and science of chiropractic care. Dr. Yazdani shares his journey...
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Smart Gains: AI in Nutrition & Fitness, Ep. 127
Ep 127 – Smart Gains: AI in Nutrition and Fitness Can AI really optimize your fitness and nutrition, or is human intuition still irreplaceable? In this episode, Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan dive into the evolving role of artificial intelligence in health coaching, exploring how technology is...
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Navigating Plant-Based Diets, Ep. 116
🌱 New Episode Up! 🌱 This week on The Macro Perspective, Marcos and Seamus tackle the buzz around plant-based diets! Whether you're curious about going vegetarian or just looking to optimize your plate, this episode is a must-listen. Here’s what they’re unpacking:🍎 The Allure of Plant-Based...
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Getting Back Into The Groove, Ep 79
In Episode 2.01 of The Macro Perspective, Seamus and Marcos dive into health documentaries, different diets and how they affect your body, getting access to healthy foods, the environmental impact of what we eat, and the psychological side of food choices. They also chat about sustainability,...
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Podcast on Podcasting with Adam Adams Ep. 78
Podcasts are seen to be the number one business tool in today’s world. Now that we carry a computer/stereo/internet and more in our pocket, people can listen to podcasts at any time…and they do. As of a 2023, there are more than 464 million podcast listeners globally, meaning you can get your…
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Hybrid Athlete Lifestyle with Jonathan Lutz, Ep. 73
(0:00) Intro to Jonathan Lutz (Online fitness coach, personal trainer, new podcaster, content creator, former college athlete, believer in good, Southern gentleman, newly engaged) (3:56) Jonathan’s sports background and how he fell into content creation (13:18) Hybrid training (22:24) Jonthan’s...
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Titan of the East with Courtney Roselle, How to Have Will and Iron Grace : Episode 71
(0:00) Intro to Courtney Roselle, Titan of the East, USAW-1 Coach, former college athlete, Owner and founder of Iron Grace personal training company, motivational speaker and fitness model) (3:42) Courtney finds Crossfit and finds herself in sports (10:36) Becoming an adult through the lens of...
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The Science Behind Brand Marketing with Arnava Asen, Ep. 70
(0:00) Intro to Arnava Asen (brand marketing expert, adjunct professor at Princeton, creative leader) (3:50) Yesterday, you said tomorrow (13:45) Consumer psychology trends and tips (22:17) The non-stop pendulum of marketing practices (30:11) Campaigns that taught Arnava the most (39:49)…
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Affluent Marketing with Mark Satterfield, Ep. 69
(0:00) Intro to Mark Satterfield (Executive, Entrepreneur, Author, Business Coach) (2:54) How he got his start in Marketing at Pepsi and Kraft (18:18) Targeting the Affluent Market (29:12) Getting through the clutter and breaking through to the tribe (34:15) The importance of sharing yourself and...
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Episode 61 Build Your Own Life First with Dr. Eric J Roman
(0:00) Intro to Dr. Eric Roman, Partner @dentistentrepreneurorg, Husband, Father of 5, Dentist, Multi-Location CEO, Entrepreneur, Visionary, Creator, Friend, Coach…talks about his journey to where he is now (11:50) Life has this amazing way of always knowing the right time for us, (15:13) Systems...
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Episode 57 Unwrapping Food Lies with Brian Sanders
About Brian: Brian Sanders is the filmmaker behind the Food Lies documentary, host of the top 5 nutrition podcast Peak Human, and an international speaker. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He also works to spread the awareness of regenerative agriculture and…
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Episode 56 Discover Your Science, Optimize Your Life with Andrés Preschel
About Andrés Preschel, according to himself: Knowing your physiology, the very science that makes you who you are, is the best thing you can do to optimize your health, bolster your performance, look and feel your best, and enjoy a longer and more fulfilling lifespan.My dedication to this field...
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Episode 55 Box, Burn, and Build with Glenn Holmes
Glenn, in his own words: Born and raised in Blackburn, England, I have loved and been surrounded / involved with sports my whole life. I began boxing and competitive running in 2007, shortly after permanently moving to Los Angeles, CA. I am a very passionate & driven fitness professional...
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Episode 54 Growing by Going Through It with Taylor Smith
(0:00) Intro to Taylor Smith (Trauma healer, coach, therapist, BJJ lover, yoga practitioner, bio hacker, Bulletproof) (2:36) Bulletproof (where it all began) (8:13) Trauma healing: his origin story and what it looks like now (12:11) Deeper states of consciousness (19:09) The Void (25:38) More…
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Episode 53 Gold Medal Mindset with Kevin Crane
(0:00) Intro to Kevin Crane (professional mixed martial artist, professional grappler, member of Team USA, a recovering addict, a motivator, a dreamer, a phoenix rising from the ashes) (2:09) How he got into MMA and what part it plays in his life (6:27) Overcoming the demons to become an...
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Episode 49 Lift Free and Diet Hard with Andrew Coates
(0:00) Intro to Andrew Coates (Certified fitness instructor, athlete, writer, author, thinker, speaker, podcaster, Renaissance man) (2:26) Andrew’s insights into media and his position as a coach (10:48) Creating leverage (14:35) Coaches need to set boundaries around their time (18:06) Managing...
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Episode 48 Embracing Elite EXPeriences with Jessica Nelson
Join @TheMacroPod in welcoming Jessica Nelson on our podcast. This hardworking mom of twins brings a positive energy to everything she does, be it parenting, building her business, mentoring colleagues on prospecting, or helping people with purchasing their dream homes. The self-titled “Lonestar...
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Episode 47 How Content Creation is Changing with Brandon Matsuda
(0:00) Intro to Brandon Matsuda (newly graduated BSN, CSUN Matador, gamer, content creator, movie buff, boyfriend) (1:59) The beginning of a content creator’s journey (7:32) Sponsorships and money making while streaming (10:25) Burnout and creating (12:08) Different options with being an RN…
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Episode 46 Building the Good Life with Andrew Prodigalidad
(0:00) Intro to Andrew Prodigalidad (Classically trained Chef, business owner, creative entrepreneur, LV Knight fan, husband) (3:12) Things aren’t always easy as a Chef (7:57) The Good Life food prep was born: creation and implementation (16:28) Important tips for successful food prep (21:06)…
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Episode 45 From MLB Pro to Pro at Life with Daryl Jones
Daryl Jones is a highly sought-after public speaker, author, minister, and thought leader. Known for his high-energy and passionate speeches. Daryl’s unique ability to connect his experiences as a pro athlete to relatable, practical tools for personal progress leave the audience with a sense of...
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Episode 44 New Age Solutions to Fitness with Garrett Drumheller
(0:00) Intro to Garrett Drumheller (CEO and Founder of the Nordstick, D1 Sports Physical Therapist, Inventer) (5:22) Elite exercise performance shouldn’t have to come with an elite price (8:54) Thought process behind the Nordic Stick and how it benefits those who use it (11:26) The lower body’s...
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Episode 37 Supplement Selling Secrets with Ed Turney
(0:00) Intro to Ed Turney (accidental gym owner, martial arts guy, mentor, entrepreneur, speaker, business scaler, supplement genius) (4:25) Learning to be coachable (and why it’s important) (5:36) Psychology of sales (The more people pay, the more people pay attention…find the intersection of…
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Episode 36 Purpose and Passion with Christina Specos
(0:00) Intro to Christina Specos (coach, athlete, body builder, Athletic Trainer, Massage Therapist, IFBB competitor, health educator) (5:21) Building upon the basics: have to have a good foundation (9:45) What makes a great coach (12:59) Authenticity should be a basic tenet (17:45) Embracing the...
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Join Marcos Rivera and Seamus Sullivan as they share insights about health perspectives including fitness, nutrition, and self-awareness from a macro lens.
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