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What I Live For

by Willie Gillis

Life is all about learning and growing. It's also about doing the things that you love. The What I Live For podcast sets out to showcase the stories of successes and failures of everyday humans in pursuit of the things that they love. New episodes every Thursday.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 90: Good Vibes & New Normals

    On this episode, I'm talking about an amazing opportunity to hang out with inspiring people over a three day weekend. Then, I discuss an unfortunate accident that's made me adjust my daily living and still pursue my weight loss goals. People mentioned in this episode: Alex: @porro92 David…

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  2. Episode 89: Stuck In Limbo

    On this episode, I give a recap about where I've been since my last podcast in February. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this show. While you're at it, do me a favor and rate & review this podcast. That's how more people can discover it as well. Follow me on...

  3. Episode 88: Celebrate The Wins

    On this episode, I talk about how I celebrate wins, big and small. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this show. While you're at it, do me a favor and rate & review this podcast. That's how more people can discover it as well. Follow me on Instagram...

  4. Episode 87: New Year, New Challenges

    On this episode, I talk about my 2020 overall and what my goals for 2021 are. 2020 was a dumpster fire of a year but I learned and grew a lot. In today's episode, I talk a lot about the wins of 2020 and my challenge to myself in 2021. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness...

  5. Dumpster Fire Podcast 007: A Long Time Coming...

    Almost 7 months later and we couldn’t say goodbye to 2020 without putting out another Dumpster Fire. No guest this episode. But we talk a lot about social media and I drop two topics on Daryl at the end. Let us know what you think of the episode. You can find Daryl on Instagram...

  6. Episode 86: I Wish I Had Your Motivation

    On this episode, I talk about motivation. You might think I'm always motivated day in and day out. I'm definitely not. Sometimes, it's not the motivation that drives me. Usually, it's something more than that. What do you do when that motivation dries up but you still have to show up and get…

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  7. Episode 85: Weight Loss Mistakes

    On this episode, I talk about the most common weight loss mistakes. With the year ending and the new year fast approaching, I wanted to share the most common weight loss mistakes I’ve seen or done myself over the past decade. Hopefully, these tips can help you avoid the same mistakes I’ve made in...

  8. Episode 84: Daryl Perry Returns (@yourlevelfitness)

    On this episode, Daryl Perry (@yourlevelfitness) returns for his 2nd solo appearance on the podcast. Daryl is a coach and a podcaster for the show, The Daryl Perry Podcast. I wanted to bring Daryl back on the podcast to catch up and share what he's been up to over the last 12 months. Daryl is one...

  9. Episode 83: In A Spiral

    You may have noticed an absence of podcast episodes lately. I assure you that there's nothing wrong with your feed. It's not you. It's me. I have a lot explaining to do. I'm sorry I ghosted you. I hope you forgive me. Hopefully, this will explain why I've been gone. Be sure to subscribe to the...

  10. Episode 82: Matt (@fat2fit.matt)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Matt (@fat2fit.matt). I was introduced to Matt through previous guest, Taylor. He's a worker and it shows. He's lost over 150 lbs and recently completed a goal of walking 300 miles in 12 weeks. I really enjoyed our conversation. We talked about his weight…

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  11. Episode 81: Relax & Reset

    It’s been awhile. I’m back from vacation and talking about my time away. As well as, talking about the podcast going forward. Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food....

  12. Episode 80: Protecting Your Peace

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  13. Episode 79: Give It Six Months

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  14. Episode 78: Taylor (@hellohealthyhellohappy)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Taylor (@hellohealthyhellohappy). I’ve only known Taylor for about the last two months but she’s one of the people I talk to on Instagram on a almost daily basis. She’s a ray of sunshine and is supportive with everyone she comes across. In this episode, we…

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  15. Episode 77: The Art Of Journaling

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  16. Episode 76: Tony (@ketocollide)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Tony (@ketocollide). I connected with Tony back in April after he sent me a DM after hearing my episode of Gormy's (http://www.instagram.com/gormy_goes_keto) Fat Guy Forum podcast and we instantly just starting having conversations off and on for the past few...

  17. Episode 75: Meditation & Focus

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  18. Episode 74: Fatima (@fallviigetupviii)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Fatima (@fallviigetupviii). I came across Fatima's Instagram page through several other mutual friends and we began talking through DMs. I admired her for her weight loss journey as at the time of this podcast, she has lost just over 100 lbs. As well as her...

  19. Episode 73: Staying On Track When You Want To Quit

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  20. Episode 72: Nikki Hynes Returns (@bronc787)

    On this episode, Nikki Hynes (aka @bronc787) returns for her 2nd solo appearance on the podcast. Nikki is a certified personal trainer, a blogger, and a podcaster for the show, The Nikki Hynes Podcast. I wanted to bring Nikki back on the podcast to catch up and share what's she's been up to over...

  21. Episode 71: How I Meal Prep

    Talking things out can be therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this...

  22. Episode 70: Jodie (@losingmoreof_jodie)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Jodie (@losingmoreof_jodie). Jodie is one person that I've met recently through Daryl Perry's #YLFCommunity and I instantly connected with what she's all about. Jodie holds nothing back on her Instagram page about her weight loss, her mental health or her...

  23. Episode 69: Move In Silence

    Talking things out is therapeutic. Going back to where I started and sharing more about my headspace in regards to weight loss, mindset and my relationship with food. Hopefully, this helps me and maybe someone else too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all future goodness of this show....

  24. Episode 68: Jaclyn (@halfofjaclyn)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Jaclyn (@halfofjaclyn). Jaclyn is a new friend from Instagram over the past couple of months. I was introduced to her by past guests Jack (http://www.instagram.com/jackattack9182) & Amanda (http://www.instagram.com/mutts_and_miles). I didn't know much about...

  25. Episode 67: Chelsea (@chelchip)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Chelsea (@chelchip). Chelsea is one of the people on Instagram that I gravitate towards the most. She’s unapologetically raw and honest about everything in her life. From mental health to loose skin and everything in between, she shares her truth and helps...

  26. Episode 66: Flying Pig Sessions Part 5 (feat. Amy, Emily & Nikki)

    On this episode, this week’s guests are Amy (@gemofthegym), Emily (@emmyyeri) & Nikki (bronc787). This is the fifth of five episodes that I'm calling the "Flying Pig Sessions". I was originally supposed to be spending time with friends during the Flying Pig Marathon weekend but it was postponed…

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  27. Episode 65: Flying Pig Sessions Part 4 (feat. Vanessa, Kyleigh & Chelsea)

    On this episode, this week’s guests are Vanessa (@vanessaraysjourney), Kyleigh (@kyleighlosesit) & Chelsea (@constructing_chelsea). This is the fourth of five episodes that I'm calling the "Flying Pig Sessions". I was originally supposed to be spending time with friends during the Flying Pig...

  28. Episode 64: Flying Pig Sessions Part 3 (feat. Amanda, Jack & Jaclyn)

    On this episode, this week’s guests are Amanda (@mutts_and_miles), Jack (@jackattack9182) & Jaclyn (@halfofjaclyn). This is the third of five episodes that I'm calling the "Flying Pig Sessions". I was originally supposed to be spending time with friends during the Flying Pig Marathon weekend but…

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  29. Episode 63: Alex Porro (@porro92)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Alex Porro (@porro92). Alex is one of the hardest working dudes that I know. He's up before most of us are even awake and he puts in the work. The results are there and he's changed his life for the better over the last three years. Porro is one of the people...

  30. Dumpster Fire Podcast 006: A Guide To Making Enemies (featuring Valerie)

    It’s been a long time since we’ve done one of these. Exactly four months to be exact. Not sure how to even podcast anymore. What have I become? Perk up and give the people what they want! Ok, I guess It’s time for another episode of Dumpster Fire. Why you have to be so pushy? This week’s guest is...

  31. Episode 62: Flying Pig Sessions Part 2 (feat. Kaitlin, Crystal, & Kaitlyn)

    On this episode, this week’s guests are Kaitlin (@onmywaykait), Crystal (@reducedfatmomma), & Kaitlyn (@kaitlyyynelise). This is the second of five episodes that I'm calling the "Flying Pig Sessions". I was originally supposed to be spending time with friends during the Flying Pig Marathon…

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  32. Episode 61: Flying Pig Sessions Part 1 (feat. Daryl & Rachel)

    On this episode, this week’s guests are Daryl (@yourlevelfitness) & Rachel (@hopefulraeofsunshine). This is the first of five episodes that I'm calling the "Flying Pig Sessions". I was originally supposed to be spending time with friends during the Flying Pig Marathon weekend but it was postponed...

  33. Episode 60: Andie (@cartwheel_ac)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Andie (@cartwheel_ac). I became aware of Andie after listening to a podcast that she did with my coach, Daryl Perry. You can listen to that episode here. She was saying things that I absolutely believed in and I was completely into the whole episode with a...

  34. Episode 59: Valerie (@sweating_until_happy_)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Valerie (@sweating_until_happy_). Valerie is one of my favorite people on and off Instagram. She's one of the few people that I talk to on an almost daily and she knows entirely too much about me personally. She's opinionated and in this episode, you'll find...

  35. Episode 58: Kaitlin (@onmywaykait)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Kaitlin (@onmywaykait). Kaitlin is one of my favorite people on Instagram. She's one of a handful of people that I talk to on a consistent basis. I've been trying to get her on the podcast for months and then she hits me up one day and says she's ready to do...

  36. Episode 57: Danny (@danny_punx_life)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Danny (@danny_punx_life). Danny came recommended by previous guest Katelynn. I didn't know much about Danny before we recorded this episode. But from the few interactions we've had through DMs plus spending some time talking on the podcast, he's definitely a...

  37. Episode 56: Coronavirus Outbreak (feat. Nikki & Valerie)

    Welcome back to another round table episode. This month's topic is about all things Coronavirus. The last couple of weeks here in the U.S. and even the world have changed drastically and I wanted to discuss this topic with two people who have had a direct impact with the aftermath of this virus.…

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  38. Episode 55: Michelle (@michelletammaro)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Michelle (@michelletammaro). Before this conversation, I didn't know much about Michelle but as you'll hear in this episode, Michelle has a great story. She's a wife, a mom, a runner and just a great delight to talk to. This conversation goes on for almost…

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  39. Episode 54: Amber (@dietzdiaries)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Amber (@dietzdiaries). Amber is one of my favorite people on Instagram. She does what she wants and doesn't apologize for it. I love people who grab life and live it to the fullest and Amber is definitely a great example of that. I met her at last year's…

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  40. Episode 53: Tasha (@totaltashformation2020)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Tasha (@totaltashformation2020). Tasha is one of the few people that I talk to on a almost daily basis. It wasn't always like that though. Tasha is a kind and supportive person and she believes in everything that her tribe is all about. She's finally finding...

  41. Episode 52: Men and Emotions (feat. Jack & Ethan)

    I'm changing up the format once a month to bring you a topic based round table episode. This project idea came from the conversations I was having with Jack and Ethan on separate podcasts and in DMs. I wanted to have more thorough conversations about one particular topic per episode versus the…

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  42. Episode 51: Chris (@fat_boy_runs99)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Chris (@fat_boy_runs99). Chris has been one of my newest connections on Instagram over the past few months. He found me through the podcast rabbit hole and I just clicked with him instantly. We cover a wide range of topics including Chris's own weight loss…

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  43. Episode 50: Ethan (@depressed2determined)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Ethan (@depressed2determined). Ethan came highly recommended through previous guests Kaela (@mckenna__fitness) and Crystal (@reducedfatmomma). Ever since I reached out to him, he’s become one of my closest friends. I (as well you) find out what Ethan is all...

  44. Episode 49: Kyleigh (@kyleighlosesit)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Kyleigh (@kyleighlosesit). I’ve talked with Kyleigh a few times in DMs before this conversation but something about her always impressed me. She’s worked hard on her weight loss journey and she’s also not afraid of lifting heavy weights in the gym. I was...

  45. Episode 48: Jamie (@coachjdhill)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Jamie (@coachjdhill). I've known Jamie for several years and we've ran through a lot of the same Internet community circles. Jamie has been on this weight loss journey for several years and is now in the process of having weight loss surgery. This episode is…

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  46. Episode 47: Katelynn (@agirlnamedk_)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Katelynn (@agirlnamedk_). Katelynn came highly recommended through previous guest Kaela (@mckenna__fitness). Katelynn and Kaela have been workout partners for several months now and Katelynn's weight loss journey started in October of 2019. I wanted to know...

  47. Episode 46: Dan (@bigfatlifepodcast)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Dan (@bigfatlifepodcast). Dan is a podcaster for the show, Big Fat Life Podcast. Dan and his podcast gained a lot of traction in the second half of 2019 and I started hearing about this podcast called "Big Fat Life". I had know clue who Dan was but his name…

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  48. Dumpster Fire Podcast 005: Shameless Self Promotion (feat. Gary Cantrell, Ethan, and Nikki Hynes)

    It's time for another episode of Dumpster Fire. (Blame Ethan) This week’s guests are Gary Cantrell (@garycantrell), Ethan (@depressed2determined) and Nikki Hynes (@bronc787). Let us know what you think.

  49. Episode 45: Kaftan (@runningkat_o)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Kaftan (@runningkat_o). Kaftan is one of my new friends on Instagram that I've known for a decent amount of time but we've never had a bigger conversation. We've had many chats about meditation and self development but never a conversation about who she is. I...

  50. Episode 44: Amber (@ables_all_the_way)

    On this episode, this week’s guest is Amber (@ables_all_the_way). Amber is a beast and her drive shows that. She’s lost a lot of weight in a short amount of time and she’s living the life that she wants now. From her cheerful personality to her multiple workouts a day, Amber shows no sign of...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Life is all about learning and growing. It's also about doing the things that you love. The What I Live For podcast sets out to showcase the stories of successes and failures of everyday humans in pursuit of the things that they love. New episodes every Thursday.

HOSTED BY

Willie Gillis

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