LifeLONG with Ethan Suplee

In this episode of LifeLONG, we’re talking about the food world we’re all living in. For many people on the long road to better health, the challenge isn’t just knowing what’s healthy. It’s what’s actually available. Over time, those everyday choices add up to something bigger: our long-term health.The stakes are real. In the United States today, life expectancy can differ by more than a decade depending on income. And much of that story traces back to food.We’re lucky to have two great guests with us:🩺 Kelly McKenna, who works with End Chronic Disease, an organization focused on pushing prevention to the center of American health policy.📍 https://www.instagram.com/end.chronic.disease/🌐 https://www.endchronicdisease.org/🎸 Joshua Ray Walker, country musician, colon cancer survivor, and someone documenting a remarkable journey to reach 400 pounds in 400 days.📍 https://www.instagram.com/400days.to.400lbs/🌐 https://www.joshuaraywalker.com/Together we talk about food policy, chronic disease, and the personal fight to take back control of health in a food system that often works against us. And maybe even a little western music!(00:08) Introduction and the Food Environment (02:26) Defining Chronic Disease (04:42) Kelly's Autoimmune Journey (08:10) Environmental Toxins and Trauma (12:40) Preventive Health Policies in Schools (19:28) Joshua Ray Walker and Colon Cancer (26:27) The 400 Days to 400 Pounds Journey (34:04) Healthcare Access and Life Expectancy (39:24) Why GLP-1 Medications Aren't an Option (42:26) Joshua's Upcoming Album and Tour (44:40) Q&A: The ROI of Healthy Food (49:03) Q&A: The MAHA Movement (50:31) The Challenges of Touring and Weight Loss (54:17) Q&A: Fasting, Moderation, and Endocrine Healing (01:03:50) Where to Follow Joshua's Journey (01:05:15) Buy or Goodbye Grocery Game and Final Thoughts

Astrid Naranjo is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian, physique coach, and creator of the InsideOut Fit program. She helps women rebuild their metabolism, get stronger, and develop a healthier relationship with food without restrictive dieting.She'll be joined by Special Guest and genius influencer Alicia XL!Astrid's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCOdRl9pMjB4KkoW-0kPQpQAAstrid's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astridnar.apdAlicia's YT: https://www.youtube.com/@UCUPYn9JBT0fkyuqyg5Ts61QAlicia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciaaxlHealth is lifelong. Built, not born.(00:00) Introduction(01:26) Introducing Astrid Naranjo: The Fit Dietitian (06:00) Understanding "Food Freedom" and Breaking the All-or-Nothing Mindset (09:25) The Best First Step When Your Diet Feels Overwhelming 1(13:21) The Difference Between Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods (16:20) Welcoming Alicia XL and Her "Fitness Road Trip" (19:08) Navigating Fad Diets vs. Finding Success in a Calorie Deficit (25:21) The "Diet After the Diet" and Lasting Identity Shifts (30:14) Coping with Travel Anxiety, Preparation, and Eating on the Road (41:15) Overcoming Keto Plateaus and Understanding Energy Balance (44:45) Building Consistency, Handling Setbacks, and the "All or Something" Approach (50:14) Playing "Buy or Goodbye" with Grocery Staples (53:55) The LifeLONG Mailbag: Audience Q&A (57:35) Episode Wrap-Up and Preview for Next Week

What if health worked more like that? Not “I have to fix everything,” but “What’s my next advance?”To help us think through that, we’ve got Mike Pesca @pescagist. He’s an award-winning journalist, longtime host of The Gist, and now leading the relaunch of How To!. https://www.mikepesca.com/how-to-with-mike-pescaX: https://x.com/pescami?lang=enINSTA: https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/

Today on LifeLONG, Ethan sits down with Dr. Joey Muñoz, Ph.D., nutrition scientist, coach, and founder of Fit4Life Academy. https://fit4lifeacademy.health/Dr. Muñoz earned his Ph.D. in Nutrition Sciences from Florida State University and has spent more than a decade helping everyday people improve their health and transform their physiques using evidence-based strategies, not fads or fitness folklore.We talk about what actually works when it comes to fat loss, muscle gain, metabolism, and sustainable habits. No gimmicks. No miracle protocols. Just science you can use in real life.If you’re tired of conflicting advice and want clear, practical guidance grounded in research, this one’s for you.Topics include:• Nutrition myths that refuse to die• Fat loss vs. metabolic health• How to build muscle without overcomplicating it• Habits that actually stick• What the science really says about dietingGET A FREE COPY of Dr Joey's eBook here(00:00) Show Introduction & Blizzard Cooking (01:45) Guest Introduction (04:40) Health vs. Weight Loss & Childhood Diets (10:19) The Power of Education in Fitness (13:20) The Mental Toll of Weight Loss (19:45) The Secrets of Weight Loss Maintenance (25:11) Audience Q&A: Transitioning to Maintenance (46:00) Audience Q&A: The "David Goggins" Mindset (53:35) Rapid Fire Questions (58:45) Wrap-Up & Free E-book (01:00:20) The Daily Nudge & Sign-Off

Welcome to a special Presidents Day we pre-recorded an AMA with a viewer mailbag. Plus Lisa De Pasquale, author of The Gen X Handbook for Middle Age: The Pursuit of Health, Success, and Human Fulfillment, will be joining us later to keep me honest.📘 Grab Lisa’s book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/book...🐦 Follow on X/Twitter: @LisaDeP📸 Follow on Instagram: @Lisa_DePThis episode also features an all-doctors lineup of clips with Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Ben Bikman, and Dr. Mike Israetel. Lots of good fuel for health, metabolism, and big-picture life questions.(00:00) Show Introduction & AMA Format (01:52) Q&A: Correcting Calories After Indulging (03:36) Q&A: Three Movies to Rebuild Humanity (05:10) Q&A: The Internal vs. External Transformation (11:17) Q&A: Best Cultural Dishes for Weight Loss (13:15) Q&A: Hacks for Dealing with Hunger Pains (17:15) Q&A: Best Food for Every Meal & Guest Lisa De Pasquale (23:41) Dexa Scans, Body Recomposition, & Creatine Jello (28:36) Lisa's Book: The Gen X Handbook for Middle Age (32:54) Video Reaction: Dr. Casey Means on Walking (36:48) Video Reaction: Dr. Ben Bikman on Insulin & Breakfast (47:02) Video Reaction: Dr. Jason Fung on the Power of Community (50:40) Video Reaction: Dr. Mike Israetel on Resistance Training as We Age (56:08) Wrap-Up, Michael Jordan Quote, & Sign-Off

Want to join the show live and just hang out with Ethan and Co.?Zoom isn’t just Q&A. It’s your all-access pass to LifeLONG: see some pre-show prep, stick around after we stop recording, and connect with the crew and other viewers. Get your personalized link here:👉 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jrw2LEWiSwy2fXG9ytocNADave Knapp, founder of On The Pen, joins Ethan Suplee on LifeLONG for a wide-ranging conversation about the latest developments in GLP-1 medications, metabolic health, Type 2 diabetes, and obesity treatment. https://www.onthepen.com/aboutKnapp has become one of the most trusted independent voices covering this fast-moving space, blending research, patient experience, and straight-talk analysis to help people understand how drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro actually work. From the surprising origin story of GLP-1 in Gila monster venom to today’s blockbuster prescriptions and new therapies on the horizon, we break down what’s real, what’s hype, and what these medications mean for long-term health.Timing felt right. It’s the Monday after the Super Bowl. The snacks are gone, the leftovers are questionable, and half the country is quietly promising to “get it together.” Perfect moment to talk metabolism, habits, and what sustainable change actually looks like.We cover the newest GLP-1 headlines, how these drugs affect appetite and blood sugar, common misconceptions, and how to think about obesity as a chronic, relapsing condition rather than a willpower problem.Watch live on YouTube — or register above to come backstage, participate, and ask questions in real time. Subscribe for more conversations on strength, longevity, and lifelong health.(00:00) Intro: The Super Bowl Hangover (00:45) Novo Nordisk Sues Hims: The First Patent Lawsuit (05:03) Did Hims Want This Fight? FDA Defiance (09:27) The Marketing Problem: Being "First to Market" (13:00) "Project Trump," Price Wars, and the FDA Crackdown (17:05) The Science: Why Compounding Pills is Risky (20:57) The Debate: Pharma R&D Costs vs. Patient Access (26:08) Super Bowl Ads: Serena Williams & Obesity Stigma (31:02) Why Insurance Companies Deny Coverage (37:50) Q&A: Integrating Mental Health with GLP-1s (42:36) Q&A: What If the Meds Don't Work? (Non-Responders)(46:49) Q&A: Managing Stress & Diabetes (Trulicity to Mounjaro) (49:55) Q&A: De-Moralizing Meds—They Are Just Tools (56:08) Lightning Round with Dave Knapp (58:38) Daily Nudge: Bad Bunny & Outro

Today’s guest is Jesse Mulley is a weight loss coach and creator behind @progressive.overhaul focused on building real, sustainable change without crash diets or misery.Jesse just finished round two of skin removal surgery after losing 290 pounds naturally. His arms and legs carried a heavy daily burden, with rashes, pain, movement restrictions, and the emotional weight of excess skin.For him, this wasn’t cosmetic. It was about comfort, mobility, and fully reclaiming his life. He made it happen through crowdsourcing, thanks to the community that has followed and supported his journey.

This episode of LifeLONG features Ethan Benard is a 26-year-old weight-loss creator from western Michigan documenting his journey from nearly 660 pounds toward sustainable health. He shares daily updates across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, tracking meals, movement, and workouts in real time.His story gained wide attention after a viral post showing nearly 200 pounds lost, leading to a rapidly growing audience and collaborations with trainers and fitness brands. Ethan speaks candidly about the realities of losing weight in public, including the mental, emotional, and social challenges, while focusing on long-term health through balanced nutrition and strength training.