Episodes

  • The Protein Panic: Why Your Post-Workout Shake Might Be Marketing Fiction

    The Protein Panic: Why Your Post-Workout Shake Might Be Marketing Fiction
    May 8 2026
    We've been told we need protein within 30 minutes of working out or our gains disappear into the ether. But what if the 'anabolic window' is more like an anabolic garage door that stays open for hours? This episode digs into the surprisingly flexible science of protein timing and why your wallet might be the only thing getting lighter from that expensive post-workout ritual. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    19 mins
  • The 8-Hour Sleep Cult: Why Your Grandmother's Nap Might Beat Your Sleep Tracker

    The 8-Hour Sleep Cult: Why Your Grandmother's Nap Might Beat Your Sleep Tracker
    May 7 2026
    We've been sold the idea that 8 hours of continuous sleep is non-negotiable, but historical evidence suggests humans used to sleep in two chunks with a wakeful period in between. This episode digs into the surprising research on biphasic sleep, why your sleep tracker might be making you more anxious than rested, and how to find your actual sleep sweet spot instead of chasing arbitrary numbers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    14 mins
  • The Breakfast Propaganda: Why 'Most Important Meal' Became Marketing Gold

    The Breakfast Propaganda: Why 'Most Important Meal' Became Marketing Gold
    May 6 2026
    We've been told breakfast is the most important meal of the day since childhood, but where did this idea actually come from? Spoiler alert: it wasn't nutrition scientists. We'll dig into the surprising marketing history behind breakfast dogma, explore what happens when you actually skip morning meals, and discover why your grandmother's eating schedule might not be your optimal one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    12 mins
  • The 10,000 Step Scam: How Fitness Trackers Hijacked Your Walking Goals

    The 10,000 Step Scam: How Fitness Trackers Hijacked Your Walking Goals
    May 5 2026
    Ever wonder why your fitness tracker insists on exactly 10,000 steps? Spoiler alert: it wasn't scientists who picked that number. We dig into the surprisingly arbitrary origins of step counting, what research actually says about optimal daily movement, and why your grandmother who walks to the market twice a day might be healthier than your marathon-running coworker. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    17 mins
  • The Midnight Snack Myth: Why Your Body Clock Doesn't Care About Carbs After Dark

    The Midnight Snack Myth: Why Your Body Clock Doesn't Care About Carbs After Dark
    May 4 2026
    We've all heard that eating carbs at night will make you gain weight, but what does the research actually say about late-night eating and metabolism? Spoiler alert: your circadian rhythms are more interested in consistency than your fear of evening pasta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    20 mins
  • The Protein Panic: Why Your Muscles Aren't Melting Away at Lunch

    The Protein Panic: Why Your Muscles Aren't Melting Away at Lunch
    May 3 2026
    Ever stress about getting protein every few hours or your gains will disappear? We're diving into the surprisingly long half-life of muscle protein synthesis and why the fitness industry's obsession with constant feeding might be solving a problem that doesn't exist. Spoiler: your body is way more resilient than Instagram fitness gurus want you to believe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    18 mins
  • The Sleep Debt Myth: Why Banking Hours Doesn't Work Like Your Savings Account

    The Sleep Debt Myth: Why Banking Hours Doesn't Work Like Your Savings Account
    May 2 2026
    We've all heard we can 'catch up' on sleep over the weekend, but what does the science actually say about sleep debt? Spoiler: your brain isn't keeping a simple ledger, and that Sunday sleep-in might be doing more harm than good. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    11 mins
  • The Protein Anxiety Epidemic: Why You're Probably Not Dying from 'Insufficient' Intake

    The Protein Anxiety Epidemic: Why You're Probably Not Dying from 'Insufficient' Intake
    May 1 2026
    From fitness influencers obsessing over 200g daily targets to your aunt panicking about plant proteins being 'incomplete,' protein has become the most anxious macronutrient. We dig into what your body actually needs, why the internet's protein math is often wrong, and how the supplement industry profits from your fears. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    13 mins