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The Supplement Engineer Podcast centers on the expansive dietary supplement industry. Each episode will "deconstruct the science of supplements" as well as feature notable figures in the sports nutrition industry. Whether you're a supplement newbie or pre workout addict, this is the podcast for you!
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Tuesday Apr 23, 2019
Tuesday Apr 23, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by my wife and partner-in-crime, Sandy!
This is a wide-ranging episode where we discuss all sorts of things related to supplements, nutrition misconceptions, FDA regulations, movies and a whole lot more.
- Sandy's first experience with supplements
- What does she look for in a pre workout
- Thoughts on sports nutrition supplements targeting the female lifting population
- Recent warning letters sent out by the FDA regarding Phenibut and DMHA
- Sandy's top 3 movies
- Is Sandy one-of-a-kind or are there others like her in the universe
- Rocky III vs Rocky IV
- Dichotomy between regulating caffeine and other stimulant loads in preworkouts and energy drinks but not limiting how much caffeine can be in drive-thru coffees
- BCAAs in pre workouts as an energy source
- Supplemental GABA and sleep
- GABA vs Phenibut
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Tuesday Apr 16, 2019
Tuesday Apr 16, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Shane Smith, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Stack3D.
Stack3D is the leading news site for the dietary supplement industry, covering everything from the latest pills and powders to protein bars and energy drinks.
In the episode, Shane and I discuss:
- Origins of Stack3D
- Deciding which stories (products) make the cut to appear on Stack3d
- Evolution of the sports nutrition industry since the founding of Stack3d in 2009
- How to report on a potentially "crappy" (i.e. underused, prop blend) product tactfully
- The inner workings of the Stack3d supplement review process
- Differences between the European and US supplement markets
- Life as a digital nomad
- a typical day in the life of the busiest news site in the industry
- the Keto culture revolution taking place in the US supplement market
- favorite supplement expo
- covering lawsuits and other industry drama on the site
- Shane's daily supplement regimen and training protocol
Stack3D Website: https://www.stack3d.com
Stack3D IG: https://www.instagram.com/stack3dnews/
Stack3D FB: https://www.facebook.com/Stack3d/
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Tuesday Apr 09, 2019
Tuesday Apr 09, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Rob Kaufman, Co-Founder of SteelFit USA.
SteelFit is a sports nutrition company from the makers of Pro Tan® based in south Florida, committed to producing high-quality, physician-formulated supplements for everyone from physique athletes and the casual gym rat.
In this episode, Rob and I discuss:
- Rob's early days working for ProTan
- The founding of SteelFit
- The decision to make SteelFit a separate brand apart from ProTan
- Design philosophy behind SteelFit products
- Patented vs generic ingredients
- Topical creams for fat burning
- Thoughts on keto supplements and will SteelFit release jump into the mix
- Our favorite types of beer
- Rob's current training regimen
- The decision to avoid using distributors and focus on direct-to-consumer
- Are trade shows like the Arnold and Olympia worthwhile to go to for a brand?
- Rob's daily supplement regimen
- Rob's first supplement experience
- Negative supplement experiences
- Upcoming SteelFit product releases for 2019
SteelFit Website: https://steelfitusa.com
SteelFit IG: https://www.instagram.com/steelfitusa/
Rob Kaufman IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamsteelfit/
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Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Ken Braunstein, VP of Sales for OOH Snap Nutrition.
Ken has been a key figure in the protein bar/functional foods market space for over roughly 20 years and has helped grow some of the biggest names in the game including Met-RX, EAS, Lenny & Larry's, and PowerCrunch.
Now, Ken has turned his attention to helping grow OOH Snap Nutrition, a line of protein bars touting a Rice Krispie-like texture but with a fraction of the sugar and fat and a boatload more protein.
In this episode, Ken and I discuss:
- Ken's 20+ year history in the protein bar space
- Differences and advances in protein bar technology since the original Met-RX bar debuted in 1996
- Evolution of the protein bar market
- What do consumers want in a protein bar
- The ever-increasing competition in the protein bar market
- What does it take for an up and coming protein bar to be successful these days
- Sourcing manufacturers for bars vs dietary supplements (pills & powders)
- Factors impacting decision for initial flavor release of OOH Snap Bars
- How to maintain freshness in protein bars
- Factors that affect shelf stability
- The intriguing paradox that is the "natural" protein bar market
- Updates to labeling guidelines regarding fiber content in protein bars
- What's next for OOH Snap Nutrition (new flavor releases and products)
OOH Snap Nutrition Website: https://www.oohsnapnutrition.com
OOH Snap Nutrition IG: https://www.instagram.com/snapnutrition/
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Tuesday Mar 26, 2019
Tuesday Mar 26, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Ryan Michael Ballow, a bonafide nootropics expert and founder of Cortex Labs.
In this episode, Ryan and I discuss:
- Ryan's military service
- Challenges with entering the nootropics space and starting Cortex Labs
- Perfecting the Cortex Gen. 1 "Workhorse" Stack
- The decision to not include caffeine in the Cortex Stack
- Using lower doses of synergistic compounds
- Ryan's experience with taking 1200mcg of Huperzine A
- Negative effects from overdosing cholinergic and dopaminergic nootropics
- Potential dangers of healthy individuals using huperzine a everyday
- Nootropic effects of yohimbine
- Importance of cycling nootropics
- Underrated / overrated nootropics
- Thoughts on the ketogenic diet in regards to cognitive function
- Ryan's personal experience running keto for months
- Reputable suppliers from which to purchase bulk nootropics
- What's next for Cortex Labs in 2019
Cortex Labs Website: https://www.livecortex.com
Cortex Labs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7J168KE1v4YBr8H2noeMbQ
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Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Matt Mosman, MS, CISSN, CSCS, and Founder of EndurElite.
In this episode, Matt and I discuss:
- Matt's origin story in the supplement industry
- Working as a researcher with MusclePharm Sports Science Institute
- Transitioning from consultant to brand owner
- The changing consumer market
- Differences between formulating and advertising for endurance athletes
- Biggest problems with the current endurance supplement market
- Early challenges when starting EndurElite
- "60-second brain bombs"
- Best carb sources for performance
- Nitric oxide boosters and blood flow enhancers for endurance sports
- Why maltodextrin is overrated as an intra workout carbohydrate
- The case for nootropics in endurance-based supplements
- Matt's methodology for formulating supplements
- Importance of resistance-training for endurance athletes
- Exogenous ketones, ketogenic diets, and endurance sports performance
- KetoElite?
- What's next for EndurElite in 2019
EndurElite Website: https://endurelite.com
EndurElite IG: https://www.instagram.com/EndurElite/
Matt Mosman IG: https://www.instagram.com/endureliteceo/
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Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Chris Waldrum, Founder of Inspired Nutraceuticals.
In this episode, Chris and I discuss:
- Chris' origin story in the supplement industry
- The founding of Inspired Nutra and its core principles
- Attracting and retaining customers in the present day
- Proprietary blends vs transparent labeling
- Chris's mindset when developing a new formula
- Redundancy in modern day formulas
- The Evolution of DVST8 pre workout
- The concept of a "lifestyle brand"
- Over saturation of the supplement industry
- Should companies be required to publish lab tests and COAs?
- Recent findings surrounding 5a-hydroxy-laxogenin
- Latest happenings with VASO6
- Transitioning to a mostly plant only diet
- What's next for Inspired Nutra in 2019
Inspired Nutra Website: https://www.inspirednutraceuticals.com
Inspired Nutra IG: https://www.instagram.com/inspirednutra/
Inspired Nutra FB: https://www.facebook.com/pg/inspirednutra/about/
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Saturday Mar 02, 2019
Saturday Mar 02, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm re-joined by Steve Shaw of Massive Iron and the editorial director at TigerFitness.com. This interview was conducted in person with Steve (and his lovely wife Fiona) in Ohio as I am in town for the 2019 Arnold Sports Festival.
This episode was a blast to film and goes off the rails more than once! Steve and Fiona are amazing duo and I can't thank them enough for taking the time to talk with me.
In this episode, Steve and I discuss:
- Is beer a supplement?
- Sorting through the cesspool of information available on social media to find valuable information
- Finding balance between managing interactions on social media while still maintaining productivity with work
- The first time I ever spoke to Steve (and the hilarity that ensued)
- Changes in the focus of the fitness industry from strength to bodybuilding to athleticism and functionality
- Led Zeppelin vs Nirvana (this one may surprise you!)
- "Freestyle jazz" in the bedroom
- Steve's music career
- Creating balance between "clean" eating and weekend indulgences
- Present day mindset of choosing to be healthy everyday when you were previously obese
- Warm up sets before using the bathroom
- Intrinsically knowing right from wrong
Super Living Today Website: https://superlivingtoday.com/
Steve Shaw on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bendthebarman/
Massive Iron YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BeardedBeastofDuloc/videos
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Saturday Feb 23, 2019
Saturday Feb 23, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Crystal Roberts of Damn Serenity Athletics.
Crystal is a true bad-ass in the fitness world earning certifications as an instructor for yoga, P90X, PiYo, and Insanity in addition to her certified personal trainers license. Damn Serenity Athletics was started to provide an online streaming platform that brings yoga to fitness enthusiasts who like to train at home. In addition to offering several different styles of yoga classes, Crystal also offers live online classes for at home workouts using dumbbells, bodyweight, and resistance bands.
In this episode, Crystal and I discuss:
- Crystal's entry into the world of fitness
- Overview of the different styles of yoga
- Restorative yoga vs power yoga
- Thoughts on the recent fads of Hot Yoga and Bikram
- Her favorite style of yoga
- What it takes to become a certified yoga instructor
- Tips for beginners attempting yoga the first few times
- Transitioning to a vegetarian diet for a time
- Why she stopped being 100% vegetarian
- Thoughts on P90X and Insanity certification
- Challenges of starting an online streaming fitness platform
- Dealing with mess ups during live fitness classes
- What yoga pose is most challenging for her
- Daily supplement regimen
- Syncing Pink Floyd to yoga routines?
- Is Dunkin' Donuts coffee overrated?
- and much more
Damn Serenity Athletics IG: https://www.instagram.com/damnserenity/
Damn Serenity Athletics Website: https://damnserenityathletics.com
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https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/supplement-engineer-podcast/id1447389041?mt=2&ls=1
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Supplement Engineer Blog: https://supplementengineer.com/blogs/supplements
Supplement Engineer IG: https://instagram.com/thesupplementengineer
Supp Engr Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D6M54tttp09QorWfBn5AO
Supplement Engineer YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNACHGhSRNCc98hHgBZhk_A?view_as=subscriber
In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by James Linker of Shredded Sports Science. James is one of the hottest rising stars in YouTube fitness provided objective information on the most popular topics in the fitness, nutrition, and supplementation industry. Combining easy-to-understand science with sharp British whit and humor, James helps debunk myths and bring truth to the forefront, all while savagely dispelling trolls and broscience.
In this episode, James and I discuss:
- James' origin story
- His love of making videos
- Changing the direction of Shredded Sports Science
- Trying to pronounce Thibaudeau
- How a degreed sports scientists trains in the gym
- Plyometrics, calisthenics, and weight lifting
- James' experience with supplements
- Expectations from using supplements
- James preference for employing progressive overload
- Thoughts on Natural Testosterone Boosters
- Optimization vs Adaptation
- "Intensity" with respect to training
- Athlete training protocols that carryover to the general fitness enthusiast
- Who's Sexier Steve Shaw or Alan Roberts
- Biggest problems with YouTube fitness culture
- Does James identify as bald, have "bald" or is bald
- Coffee or Tea
- and much more
Shredded Sports Science YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXrqErU_TjqiHAHJkzITAvg
Shredded Sports Science IG: https://www.instagram.com/shreddedsportsscience/
If you enjoy this podcast and want to see more content like it, please consider leaving a review!
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