LifeLONG with Ethan Suplee

Last week, Ethan posted an article to his SubStack that attracted a lot of attention. It had to be with the passing of someone he knew. It had to do with addiction. Due to the overwhelming response he received, he thought it best to focus on that topic this week. In this episode of LifeLONG, host Ethan Suplee opens up about his Hollywood rock bottom, his transition from a severe heroin and opiate addiction to binge eating, and his incredible weight loss journey. Joined by addiction psychiatrist Dr. Elisabeth Jordanby, this conversation explores the science of neuroplasticity, mental health, and how to rewire your brain for lasting recovery.(00:00) Introduction and Topic Change(01:07) Ethan's Descent into Substance Abuse(06:49) Parallels Between Drugs and Food Addiction(11:11) Hitting Rock Bottom vs. Hollywood Clichés(15:39) The Complexity of Managing Food vs. Abstinence(18:02) Dr. Jordanby on Addiction Circuitry and Mindfulness(27:03) Neuroplasticity: Rewiring the Brain and Changing Habits(30:41) Navigating Recovery with Supportive Partners(34:48) Understanding Biological Predispositions and Stigma(38:24) Q&A with Mike: Anxiety, Depression, and People Pleasing(45:07) Releasing Shame Through Vulnerability(51:01) Q&A with Ashley: Dopamine Hits and Self-Compassion(57:40) Final Advice and Helpline Resources

In this raw and incredibly vulnerable episode of LifeLONG, Ethan Suplee sits down with actor and longtime friend Tyler Labine to discuss the unvarnished reality of their weight loss journeys, addiction recovery, and the pursuit of sustainable fitness. From leaning into the funny fat guy trope in Hollywood to navigating the grueling complexities of sobriety and mental health, this conversation goes far beyond the scale to uncover what it truly takes to transform your life and mindset.If you are searching for authentic conversations about overcoming binge eating, breaking the toxic diet cycle, or finding a fitness routine you won't quit, this episode delivers.(00:00) Intro and How We Met (01:50) Being the "Big Guy" in Hollywood (05:17) Cracking the Facade: Relationships and Addiction (09:14) Hitting Rock Bottom and Finding Sobriety (15:22) Transferring Sobriety Lessons to Food Addiction (17:05) First Gym Experience and the Rebound (22:02) The Illusion of "Crushing It" and Romanticizing the Past (28:22) Finding Freedom Through Vulnerability and Podcasting (34:25) Daily Mindset, Habits, and Finishing Cycles (40:13) Q&A: Navigating Weight and Health with Kids (46:38) Q&A: Taking the "Clock" Away from Health Goals (48:08) Q&A: Chasing Fitness Metrics vs. Sustainable Training (52:45) Rapid-Fire Questions and Outro

Are you tired of jumping from one restrictive diet to another? In this episode, Ethan dives into the weight loss psychology and behavior change needed to build a sustainable weight loss journey. He sits down with Corey Little, a former champion bodybuilder turned weight loss coach who champions a realistic approach to health. If you've been struggling with your weight loss mindset, Corey explains why your focus should shift from restrictive diets and smoking guns to the gradual magic of daily habits. Whether you're wondering how to stop binge eating at night or how to fit cream-filled donuts into a real-life weight loss plan, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for everyday people.(00:00) Introduction: No "Good" or "Bad" Foods (02:06) Corey's Bodybuilding Background and Living at Extremes (07:19) Finding the "Magical Middle" and Sustainable Maintenance (09:07) Shifting Focus from Nutrition Science to Psychology and Behavior Change (12:18) Managing the Desperation for Rapid Weight Loss (15:09) Deprogramming the Diet Cult Mindset and the "Smoking Gun" Fallacy (20:54) Ditching the "Wagon" Mentality and Fitting Weight Loss into a Normal Life (26:14) The Power of Surrender and Overcoming the Arrival Fallacy (29:19) Audience Q&A: Elimination Diets and Establishing Simple Baseline Habits (36:17) Audience Q&A: The Importance of Adequate Rest and a Sleep Routine (40:41) Audience Q&A: Navigating Binge Eating with Non-Judgmental Curiosity (51:35) Audience Q&A: Shifting from Outcome-Obsessed Goals to Action-Focused Living (58:07) Rapid Fire Questions and Outro

In this episode, Ethan tackles the real, everyday hurdles of getting healthy, from dealing with achy feet when you're just starting out, to finally silencing that constant food noise in your head. He also digs into the social side of dieting and how to handle friends who might not be totally on board with your new lifestyle. The absolute highlight, though, is an amazing chat with community member Jake Rattet. He opens up about his 136-pound weight loss following gastric sleeve surgery, reminding us that the procedure is really just a tool. Later in the show, wellness expert Lauren LaRocca drops by to cut through the endless noise of modern health trends. If you want to save some cash and keep your sanity, she suggests skipping the pricey vitamin IVs, restrictive juice cleanses, and those overly complicated meal prep routines you see on social media. Instead, she shares three simple hacks that are actually worth your time and money!(00:00) Introduction(01:02) Viewer Question: Foot Pain and Plantar Fasciitis(03:51) Viewer Question: Combating Food Noise(07:34) Viewer Question: Dealing With Unsupportive Friends(10:18) Viewer Question: Healthy Foods We Dislike(14:11) Viewer Question: Fitness and Recovery Tech(19:49) Jake Rattet's 136-Pound Weight Loss and Bodybuilding Journey(42:34) Wellness Trends: What to Skip and What to Try with Lauren LaRocca(1:01:15) Outro and Next Week's Guest!

In this week's episode, Ethan sits down with Tayler Newby to discuss her incredible 170-pound weight loss. They dive deep into the connection between ADHD, binge eating disorder, and weight gain, and how targeting mental health was the first step to her ultimate success. Tayler shares her honest experience with GLP-1 weight loss, explaining how the medication finally silenced her constant food noise. They also explore practical tips for tracking calories, the reality of trying to lose weight eating fast food in a calorie deficit, and how finding a workout you genuinely love, like pilates, can completely transform your mindset. (00:00) Introduction and Tayler's 170-Pound Weight Loss(01:08) The Origin Story: ADHD & Binge Eating Disorder(04:16) The Weight Loss Plan: GLP-1 Medications & Pregnancy(07:50) Escaping Toxic Diet Culture & Silencing Food Noise(11:38) Discovering Pilates & Becoming Addicted to Exercise(17:46) Sharing the Journey on Social Media & Navigating Trolls(21:56) Viewer Question: Managing Healthy Eating Habits with Kids(27:52) Supplements, Workout Recovery, and Creatine(30:35) Viewer Question: The Best Methods for Tracking Calories(37:32) Eating Fast Food in a Deficit & Using ChatGPT for Menu Planning(46:53) Viewer Question: Dealing with Negativity & Building Self-Esteem(49:19) Viewer Question: Top Advice for Beginners Starting Their Journey(50:53) Rapid Fire Questions & The Ultimate Guilt-Free Din Tai Fung Meal

Are you tired of crash diets that leave you freezing, miserable, and starving? So were we.This week on the podcast, we are joined by someone who specializes in helping people achieve exactly that: Jordan Syatt.Jordan is a strength and nutrition coach, author, and an incredible motivator who is all about sustainable practices and consistency over perfection. From struggling with severe disordered eating in his wrestling days to eating a McDonald's Big Mac every single day for a month just to prove a point about calorie deficits, Jordan breaks down the facts of fitness without the BS. If you are looking for a sustainable weight loss plan, want to learn how to stop binge eating, or are just curious about the fitness industry's take on GLP-1 weight loss medications, this episode is a must-listen.(00:00) Introduction and Trip to Scotland (02:44) Welcoming Jordan Syatt & Overcoming Food Fears (05:27) Disordered Eating in Wrestling and Breaking the Binge Cycle (10:49) Diet Histories, Calorie Counting, and the Speedometer Analogy (15:33) Client Consistency and the 80% Rule (19:39) The Importance of Maintenance and "Momentum" Phases (24:25) Audience Q&A: Protein Guidelines and the Importance of Fiber (31:31) Audience Q&A: Finding Silent Time as a Parent Without Food (34:21) Audience Q&A: Thoughts on GLP-1 Medications for Weight Loss (41:00) Audience Q&A: The Scale, Body Composition, and Tracking Data (46:43) The 30-Day Big Mac Challenge (51:31) Rapid-Fire Questions (54:54) Outro

Together, Ethan and Kevin dive deep into the mental health challenges of obesity, emotional eating, and how to navigate diet relapses. From discussing DEXA scans and body fat percentages to the profound impact of multi-generational family support, this episode is packed with invaluable advice for anyone seeking a healthier mindset.(00:00) Introduction and Meeting on Mallrats(02:14) Facial Hair, Aging, and Altered Appearances(04:11) The Benefits of Multi-Generational Living(07:58) The "Big Guy" Persona and Health Motivations(09:38) The Wake-Up Call: Kevin's Heart Attack(14:27) Going Vegan and the "Secret" to Losing Weight(15:50) Using Humor as a Defense Mechanism(18:08) Finding Joy in Daily Steps and Exercise(20:15) Q&A: Roof Hockey and the "Good Enough" Directing Philosophy(22:27) Ethan's Dramatic Physical Transformations(25:49) DEXA Scans and Measuring Body Fat(27:56) Q&A: Bouncing Back from Dieting Setbacks and Stress(33:18) Q&A: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Depression(40:15) Three Movies to Restart Humanity(43:35) Outro and Where to Find Kevin

Losing a massive amount of weight is a monumental achievement, but few people prepare you for what comes next: loose skin. Today, Ethan sits down with expert plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban to strip away the myths, the marketing gimmicks, and the "snake oil" surrounding post-weight loss bodies. They dive deep into the realities of body contouring after massive weight loss, the surgical risks associated with new GLP-1 weight loss medications, and why popular non-surgical treatments simply do not work for severe skin laxity. Whether you have lost 40 pounds or 300 pounds, this episode serves as an essential guide to navigating your post-weight loss journey with realistic expectations, financial awareness, and clinical safety. (00:00) Introduction & Ethan's Weight Loss Journey  (02:37) Introducing Dr. Rahban & The Reality of Loose Skin  (04:45) The Truth About Non-Surgical Skin Tightening  (08:09) Psychological and Financial Preparation for Surgery  (11:03) The Importance of Reaching a Stable, Realistic Weight  (13:06) Strict Protocols for Stopping GLP-1 Medications Before Surgery  (22:07) Body Contouring vs. Liposuction and Surgical Ethics  (29:16) The Cost of Surgery and Why Procedures Must Be Staged  (38:46) Viewer Question: Dealing with Gynecomastia (Male Chest Skin)  (42:40) Viewer Question: Can Autophagy Fix Loose Skin Naturally?  (45:47) Viewer Question: Managing Pain and Discomfort During Recovery  (48:24) Outro, Dr. Rahban's Podcast, and the Responsibility of Plastic Surgeons