Primal Blueprint Podcast

Host Elle Russ sits down with Dr. Glenn Livingston, a veteran psychologist and long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. You may have seen his (or his company's)  previous work, theories, and research in major periodicals like The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Sun Times, The Indiana Star Ledger, The NY Daily News, American Demographics, or any of the other major media outlets you see on this page.  You may also have heard him on ABC, WGN, and/or CBS radio, or UPN TV. Disillusioned by what traditional psychology had to offer overweight and/or food obsessed individuals, Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own patients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants.  Most important, however, was his own personal journey out of obesity and food prison to a normal, healthy weight and a much more lighthearted relationship

I consider it my job to remove the stigma of healthful animal foods, to highlight the importance and vitality of meat in the human diet. But that doesn’t mean it’s a free for all. There are upper limits on meat intake, just as there are upper limits on everything. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

How can we embrace adventure as a Primal force in our lives to enrich us, to move us forward, and to expand our sense of what’s possible? The idea here is less about life-endangering stunts (although those can have their merits, too) and more about expanding one’s field of experience to see what shows up and how it can enhance our Primal life. Let’s look at a few prospects rapid-fire style. And I hope you’ll add your own to augment this list. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

There’s a whole host of benefits that swimming has to offer. So if you’re suffering from the summer heat and looking for a great way to cool down while getting in a pretty extensive workout, swimming should be toward the top of your list. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Let’s look at some of the most common fears that come into play when people of different bodies, ages and backgrounds move toward Primal-aligned health goals. And let me offer (and invite you to share your feedback on) some practical takeaways for overcoming situational fears as well as a few emotional insights for calling fear’s bluff. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Today, I’m going to explain why, in explicit detail, you should be eating more monounsaturated fat—if you aren’t already. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Host Elle Russ sits down with friends Jimmy and Cara Haun, two vastly talented Primal converts, for a lively talk on overcoming Hashimoto’s symptoms and how they’ve improved their overall health. Cara Haun has been producing music for commercials for 20 years for clients such as: BMW, Priceline, T-mobile, and Wells Fargo. Jimmy Haun is one of the music industry’s top composers and works with some of the biggest names in the business. He started playing with professional bands at the early age of 15. Following his musical dreams, Jimmy moved to Los Angeles, landed his first record deal with A&M and soon found himself touring with such rock legends as Sheryl Crow, Air Supply, Robin Beck as well as jazz artists Ronnie Laws and Michael Ruff, just to name a few!

Everyone knows it’s really hard, bordering on impossible, to out exercise a bad diet. You might be able to out exercise a bad diet if all you care about is abs and race times and make it your job, but eventually your poor health will catch up with you. That doesn’t mean exercise doesn’t matter for weight loss, though. It does. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Everywhere you look, people are trying to get away from it all. Sensory deprivation, or “float” tanks, are springing up all over the world. Meditation retreats are exploding, and pretty much everyone has a meditation app on their phone (even if they don’t use it much). Google searches for terms like “float tank,” “silent retreat,” “mindfulness,” and “sensory deprivation” have been trending upward for the last few years. Silence is in. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

But from brain cancer to bone loss to sperm mutation to behavioral problems, EMFs (a byproduct of many electronic devices) have been blamed for many health problems. What does the evidence say? And if there are real issues, what can we do to mitigate them? How far should we go? (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Whatever the reason for its evolution, experiencing awe has several interesting effects on how we think, feel, and even heal. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

We’ve heard it a million times: “Eat a well-balanced diet with everything in moderation.” After all these decades of clear failure, it’s a hazy cliché still delivered by physicians, dietitians and nutritional “experts” with earnest assurance. The same goes for exercise and stress. Moderate amounts of stress are okay, moderate cardiovascular work is good, etc. We accept the concept of moderation so readily, I think, because it sounds so rational and simple. If we follow common sense, moderation suggests, we’ll be fine. But if it were that easy, most people would be healthy—and statistics on the rising rates of obesity and chronic illness tell us otherwise. So what’s the problem? (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

After years of committees, debates, panels, “consensus-building” retreats, and literature reviews, the FDA has finalized the new nutrition label guidelines. Packaged food companies have two years to incorporate the new labels. At that point, anything in a package that humans eat must have labels that reflect these changes. You’re probably skeptical. I was. The FDA doesn’t have the strongest track record. But before we condemn the new labels sight unseen, let’s take a look at what’s actually changing and what the implications are. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Host Brad Kearns catches up with our favorite guest Mark Sisson at his home in Malibu. (This episode is part of our new video podcast series, so you can enjoy also this show on YouTube.) Mark talks about his keynote address at Paleo Fx and some insights about where the primal/paleo movement is headed. He talks some recent business ventures and health/fitness endeavors during this wide-ranging, free-form discussion. Mark is eager to engage with listeners during future shows, so if you have any questions you would like him to answer on the podcast, email [email protected]. Show Notes: Mark describes the events at the PaleoFx and how the paleo world is expanding.  [00:01:28] How is the movement going to be characterized now that it is more prevalent and people understand that it is not some fringe caveman fad? [00:03:54] Mark compares today's exercise theories with the lifestyle of the primitive man. [00:05:46] What about people's over-training for goals of big achievements? How does that fit w

Do you look Primal? I don’t refer to chiseled abs, prominent shoulder striations, and bulging calves that draw queries from failed actors. I’m not talking about loincloths, or fur togas, or wild unkempt hair and scraggly beards, or any of the other aesthetic choices paleo-reenactors make. In fact, this isn’t about your appearance at all; it’s about how you’re using your eyes to look at the world. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Fat is an endocrine organ. Like any other organ, it secretes hormones and other bioactive compounds that affect our physiology and determine our health. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

Host Elle Russ sits down with Epic Provisions Co-Founder, Taylor Collins. Taylor talks about his path from being a full-fledged vegan, to the owner of the first grass-fed meat based protein bar. Not only does Epic produce great products, but they've also had a hand in elevating industry standards in the meat production industry, ensuring ethical treatment and slaughtering methods. Tune in today to learn all about Epic and how this innovative company is shaping the world!

There’s nothing wrong with modern advances or some tablet time at home. After all, technology can help keep families in communication across great distances (like when mom or dad has to travel for work or the grandparents live across the country). But while it’s great for keeping in touch over distance, it can put up walls when we’re in the same room. Most of us are looking for more in our relationships. We want better for our kids and our partnerships. Many of us eat Primal. We move according to Primal principles. So what are some Primal-friendly ways to bond as a family? (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

To sit in quiet or risk boredom isn’t the way of the world these days. So I’m going to venture that too many of us have forgotten what being rested actually feels like. In light of that, I thought I’d offer up a few suggestions to remedy the situation. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)

The health, fitness, and nutrition spheres are rife with presumptions, conventional wisdom that pretty much everyone—from authorities and experts on down to laypeople—holds to be true. But we’re finding that these presumptions are increasingly challenged by the steady onslaught of new observations. (This Mark's Daily Apple article was written by Mark Sisson, and is narrated by Tina Leaman)