LifeLONG with Ethan Suplee

Alicia Briggs lost over 225 pounds and rebuilt her life in the process.On this episode of LifeLONG, Ethan Suplee talks with the fitness coach and mom of four behind @thebrownmamimelts about what it really takes to create lasting change.This isn’t about motivation or quick fixes. It’s about consistency—what it looks like when you’re tired, busy, and responsible for other people.They talk about:Building sustainable habits through walking, strength training, and nutritionNavigating motherhood while prioritizing your own healthThe mental and identity shifts that come with long-term transformationWhy discipline matters more than inspirationAlicia’s journey shows what happens when you stop negotiating with yourself and start showing up, over and over again.If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start—this conversation is for you.(00:00) Introduction(03:09) The First Habit: Embracing Imperfection (05:08) Juggling Motherhood, Classroom Management, and Routine (07:18) The Essential Nature of Structure in Fitness (08:36) Childhood Origins: Food as Comfort (10:30) Discarding Toxic Diet Culture and Cardio Myths (11:38) The Power of Strength Training for Women (14:05) Addressing Trolls and Misconceptions About Skin and Fat (15:53) Identity Shifts and Changing Friendships (17:26) Breaking Up with Fast Food (19:05) Non-Negotiables: Protein Needs and Performance Training (22:05) Health Consequences: Bucky's and Liver Enzymes (23:15) From Bedbound to Recovery: A Mother’s Motivation (25:54) Sharing the Journey: Transparency and Education (27:45) Dispelling Nutrition Myths: Juicing vs. Whole Fruit (30:19) Audience Question: Managing Your Inner Toddler (33:29) Audience Question: Parenting and Active Participation (39:01) Quickfire Circuit: Favorites, Music, and Motivators (42:41) Building a Sustainable Life (44:23) Mailbag Update: Josh Murphy’s Trail Setback (46:45) Ethan’s Recommendations: Books That Shape the Mind (48:15) Life Outside the Podcast: Film Sets and Stunts (49:30) Quick Tip: Satisfying a Vegan Diet (50:22) Closing Thoughts

In this episode of LifeLONG, Ethan Suplee sits down with Johnny Muresan—an endurance athlete known for his incredible weight loss transformation. Once an athletic kid, life and habits led him to nearly 500 pounds. He made the decision to change—and started running.Follow Johnny on Instagram: @johnnygoesrunningHe’s since lost over 150 pounds—going from walking to running marathons by building his life around discipline, accountability, and long-term health.Now, he’s preparing to run the London Marathon on April 26—and we talk about what it looks like to gear up while tapering down.Join us for a conversation on weight loss, marathon training, food addiction, identity, and what it really takes to stay consistent—and stop negotiating with yourself.Health is lifelong.It’s built, not born.(00:00) Introduction(00:36) Ethan's Struggles with Running (01:43) Johnny's Background and Family History in Romania (03:07) A Lifetime of Sports and Weight Fluctuations (04:22) Relationship with Food and the Trades (05:42) The Road to 500 Pounds and a Torn Meniscus (08:54) Hitting Rock Bottom and Finding Motivation in Fatherhood (12:18) Starting the Recovery: From 10 Steps to a 30-Day Fast (16:11) Making Sustainable Dietary Swaps and Building Momentum (18:37) Committing to a Marathon at 400 Pounds (19:11) Radical Life Changes and Family Impact (22:04) Using Social Media for Accountability and Inspiration (25:53) Racing Experience: The New York City Marathon (29:30) Lessons from the Hawaii Marathon and Finding a Mission (30:24) The Logistics of Marathon Training and Recovery (31:48) Fighting the "Addict" Mentality and Daily Temptations (33:22) Day-to-Day Nutrition and Healthy "Hacks" (35:20) Balancing Family, Work, and 5-Hour Training Runs (37:47) Practicing Discipline on the Hard Days (40:39) Goals for the London Marathon (43:03) Rapid Fire Circuit: Training Favorites and Taco Bell (47:53) Mailbag: Navigating New York Sidewalks and Staying Consistent (51:49) Mailbag: Can You Get "Yoked" Eating Only In-N-Out? (53:34) Closing Thoughts

On this episode of Lifelong, Ethan Suplee sits down with Will Sasso for a conversation that goes far beyond weight loss.Will has lived through the extremes—at one point weighing over 450 pounds, then losing more than 200. But as he explains, the real story isn’t the transformation—it’s what comes after.They get into the parts of this journey that rarely get talked about:the urge to hide food—and why it isn’t really about hungerthe feeling of wanting control more than anything elsehow identity gets tied up in being “the big guy”and why changing your body doesn’t automatically change your mindThis isn’t a before-and-after story.It’s a conversation about what it’s like to still be in it.If you’ve ever struggled with food, weight, or the push and pull between who you are and who you want to be—this one will hit.(00:00) Introduction: Changing Identity and Old Patterns (00:53) Ethan's Story: Reaching "Normal" and the Dexa Scan (02:20) The Gap Between Data and Identity (04:51) Acting and the "Industry Preferred" Version of Yourself (06:34) Discipline on Set and the Value of a Partner (08:59) Moving Beyond Binary Diets to an Ecosystem of Health (11:00)) Listener Q&A: Food Culture and Blue Zones with Amar (15:44)) Raheel's Transformation: How Treatment in Hollywood and Life Shifts (17:42) Being Your Own Harshest Critic (22:40) Raheel's Journey: A Father's Promise and Breaking Through Walls (30:17) Life at Rock Bottom and the Target on Your Chest (33:22) Sponsor Break: Nuobell Adjustable Dumbbells (34:32) Will Sasso Joins: Daily Weigh-ins and "TV Fat" (39:32) Fatherhood, Connection, and Long-term Success (44:29) Changing Habits and the "Monkey on Your Back" (48:13) The Vulnerability of Being On-Camera and Growth (55:17) Rapid Fire Questions with Will Sasso (1:02:06) Outro

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 👉 2way.tv/ethansupleeWhat happens when your life changes… and the plan doesn’t hold?This week on LifeLONG, Ethan sits down with Josh Murphy—who went from nearly 450 pounds to losing over 200 pounds and hiking more than 2,000 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail.Now, he’s preparing for his biggest challenge yet: the Continental Divide Trail. Nearly 3,000 miles, border to border.But this conversation isn’t just about weight loss or endurance. It’s about what comes after transformation—when the identity you thought would define you falls away, and you have to build something new from scratch.Joined by Dr. Andrew Koutnik, a researcher focused on metabolism and how the body adapts to stress, training, and major physical change, we explore what’s happening beneath the surface—especially around weight loss, obesity, and long-term health.This is a conversation about change, identity, and what it really takes to keep going when things fall apart.--About the LifeLONG Show:LifeLONG is where practical health meets real life. Hosted by Ethan Suplee, the show builds on his signature honesty and grit with the 2WAY twist: a live, interactive community sharing what’s working, what’s not, and what keeps them going.About Ethan Suplee:Ethan Suplee is an acclaimed actor ("Remember the Titans," "American History X," "My Name is Earl") and the creator/host of the hit podcast American Glutton. Following his own widely recognized health transformation, he has become a trusted voice on fitness, nutrition, and mindset. LifeLONG continues his mission to help others pursue lasting change.Links: https://www.instagram.com/lifelong_ethan_suplee/https://www.tiktok.com/@ethan_supleehttps://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/https://x.com/EthanSupleehttps://ethansuplee.substack.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/6mSEBeJGclik15vsYZEoJcRegister to join the conversation every Monday from 7–8pm EST here: 2way.tv/ethansuplee(00:00) Introduction(02:46) Josh's Early Life: Sedentary Habits and Using Food as Escapism(04:05) The Military Setback: Losing a Purpose-Driven Identity(05:40) Dr. Andrew Koutnik: The Science of Metabolism and Performance(07:44) Jiu Jitsu as a Grounding Force and International Competition(08:31) The Rarity of Sustained Weight Loss: Joshua as a "Unicorn"(11:29) Biological Realities: Insulin Resistance, Hormones, and Hyper-Palatable Foods(15:20) The Myth of Willpower Alone: Moving Beyond the "Bootstrap" Mentality(17:15) Starting Small: The Catalyst of Quitting Smoking and Counting Calories(18:43) Navigating the "Peaks and Valleys" of Social Eating and Guilt(20:42) The Three Pillars of Health: Nutrition, Exercise, and Sleep(23:48) The Benefits of Whole Foods vs. Processed Food "Bands"(24:49) Simple Exercise: Why Walking is a Powerful Anti-Inflammatory Tool(26:53) Rejecting Over-Optimization and Perfectionism(30:41) 20 Years of Commitment: Building Athleticism Through Consistency(34:52) From Walking to the Desert: Surviving Dehydration and Rhabdomyolysis(38:18) Purpose in Solitude: Preparing for the 3,000-Mile Continental Divide Trail(41:58) Quick Circuit: Favorite Workouts, Hype Music, and Post-Workout Snacks(45:41) Best Advice: Learning to Laugh at Yourself(47:14) Audience Q&A: Fighting "Food Noise" and Recognizing Cues(54:48) Accountability and Documentation: Josh's Book and Social Media(55:40) The Utility of Food Journaling: Tracking Cravings vs. Energy(57:21) Calling Out Charlatans: Rejecting Overpriced Health Gadgets(59:00) Closing Thoughts: Health is Built, Not Born

Gabriella Lascano is Bronx-born multi-hyphenate creator, actress, and self-love advocate whose work challenges the idea that acceptance is the end of the story. As a fitness coach and creator, she focuses on helping people move beyond all-or-nothing thinking—building realistic, sustainable routines that meet them where they are, while still pushing toward something more.Here's a share link to the great NYT piece on her.(00:09) Introduction: Practical Health and the Armor of Acting (01:21) Introducing Gabriella Lascano: The Space Between Body Positivity and Health (02:28) Gabrielle’s Journey: From the Bronx to Digital Creator (03:29) Cultural Perspectives on Body Confidence and "Gordita" Culture (04:53) Defining Health as Self-Love vs. Punishment (08:03) The Rebellion of the Movement and Reclaiming Personal Power (10:47) Navigating Statistics, "Instagram Genetics," and 5% Weight Loss (13:33) Integrity as an Influencer and the Need for Nuanced Conversation (15:55) The Trauma of Childhood Dieting and Finding New Identities (19:02) Advice for the Struggle: Thinking of Your Future Self (22:07) Sustainability: Small Incremental Steps vs. Radical Diets (24:22) The Psychology of Emotional Eating and GLP-1 Medications (28:37) Audience Q&A: Accountability, Discipline, and the "Childhood Self" Hack (34:42) Dealing with Identity Grief and "Lightest Weight" Body Dysmorphia (40:04) Sacrifice vs. Moderation: Sharing Moments and Banana Bread (45:42) The "Halo Top" Trap and Moderating the Moderation (47:49) Quick Circuit Questionnaire with Gabrielle (50:20) Mailbag: Ozempic as a Cultural Phenomenon (52:41) Mailbag: Starting with Sleep and Small Swaps (54:49) Mailbag: Corporate Marketing and "Real" Body Diversity (55:57) Closing Thoughts and Next Week’s Preview

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

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