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In this episode, we sit down with Andy Schoonover, the founder of CrowdHealth, a company that is disrupting the health insurance industry with a crowdfunded, community-focused approach to healthcare. Andy shares his insights on the problems with the current health insurance system, the benefits of a cash-based model, and the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's health. He also discusses the potential of wearable technology, such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), in promoting metabolic health and the need for a more pragmatic approach to nutrition and wellness.
Show Notes:00:00 - Introduction to Andy Schoonover and CrowdHealth02:30 - The problem with the current health insurance system and the inflated costs of healthcare05:45 - How CrowdHealth's cash-based model reduces healthcare costs by 30-60%08:15 - The benefits of a community-based approach to healthcare coverage10:30 - Why health insurance companies may not pay for preventive tools like CGMs14:00 - The impact of government intervention and regulatory capture on the cost of healthcare technology16:30 - The importance of education and personal responsibility in managing one's health19:00 - The potential of CGMs in promoting metabolic health and changing dietary habits22:30 - The limitations of cholesterol as a predictor of heart health in metabolically healthy individuals24:30 - The dangers of a dogmatic approach to nutrition and the importance of finding what works for the individual28:00 - The emotional and psychological benefits of enjoying food with loved ones30:45 - The need for a more pragmatic approach to nutrition and making incremental improvements33:30 - The importance of community in promoting mental and physical health36:00 - The power of generosity and helping others within a community

Today we welcome Dan Go for Part 2 of our 2 part series. This was Dan's first ever live podcast, and as you'll hear, he didn't disappoint. His story is quite incredible - deeply emotional and strikingly inspiring. We hope you enjoy.
Dan is a successful fitness coach, entrepreneur, content creator, and owner of High Performance Founder, a company specializing in fitness coaching. Dan is well known and widely appreciated for his twitter account and thoughts on fitness, longevity, and health. He has gained a large following on Twitter, recently also starting a YouTube channel.
Key topics discussed:
- Using death as motivation to live life to the fullest and prioritize what matters most- Focusing on being a good father and husband as life's greatest accomplishments - Questioning the "red pill" culture and embracing a more nuanced view of gender roles and relationships- Leaving a positive legacy for one's children through example and being present- Placing "side bets" and balancing risks when pursuing entrepreneurial ventures
Timestamps:
(00:00) Reflections on Time and Death(04:19) Belief, Authenticity, and Attracting Positivity(15:28) Balancing Risks and Side Bets(24:07) Perspective on Life and Relationships(33:12) Emotional Awareness and Self-Improvement(37:27) Inspiring Podcast Conversation With Guest
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Today we welcome Dan Go on Part 1 of our 2 part series. This was Dan's first ever live podcast, and as you'll hear, he didn't disappoint. His story is quite incredible - deeply emotional and strikingly inspiring. We hope you enjoy. 
Dan is a successful fitness coach, entrepreneur, content creator, and owner of High Performance Founder, a company specializing in fitness coaching. Dan is well known and widely appreciated for his twitter account and thoughts on fitness, longevity, and health. He has gained a large following on Twitter, recently also starting a YouTube channel. 
Key Topics Discussed:
Pros and cons of social media for connecting with others and sharing ideasImportance of authenticity when creating contentSimplicity in communication, especially on platforms like TwitterDan's personal transformation from directionless youth to successful entrepreneurChanneling emotion into transformation, determinationTimestamps:
(00:02) Family Legacy and Emotional Resilience(03:58) Generational Roots and Social Media(06:48) Social Media's Influence on Personal Growth(14:01) Creating Authentic Content for Growth(19:02) Importance of Personalized Customer Interaction(24:54) Social Media and Authenticity(36:07) Transformation and Determination(46:57) Turning Emotion Into Fuel
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AFFILIATES
LMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Charlie Lawrence is an elite competitive long distance runner. In 2023, Charlie set the world record for the 50-Mile distance race, running an average mile speed of 5:46. Charlie has ran a marathon personal best of 2:16 and has qualified for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time. Charlie joins us today to shed light into how he prepares and achieves ambitious goals.
Key topics discussed include:
- Benefits of altitude and high-pressure environment training- Personalized coaching and precision nutrition- Ketone shots as an energy source- Strength training's role in ultra-distance running- Future goals including winning the 100K World Championships
Timestamps:
(00:00) Endurance Sports and Mental Toughness(02:54) Coaching and Nutrition for Performance(05:51) Routine Nutrition for Endurance Athletes(13:04) Ketone Shots and Strength Training Benefits(16:25) Training for Ultra Distance Running(23:29) Trail Racing and Marathon Prep
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AFFILIATES
LMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Charlie is an elite competitive long distance runner. In 2023, Charlie set the world record for the 50-Mile distance race, running an average mile speed of 5:46. Charlie has ran a marathon personal best of 2:16 and has qualified for the US Olympic Trials Marathon for the second time.
Key topics discussed include:
- Examining elite athletes' mental strategies for resilience- The crucial role of camaraderie and community in an athlete's success- Charlie's triumph over physical hurdles and injuries- Sources of motivation, perspective, and direction for athletes- The role of mindset and self-confidence in achieving personal feats
Timestamps:
(00:00) Running Achievements and Future Aspirations(06:35) Achieving Athletic Success Through Mental Fortitude(10:30) Inspirational Coach Relationships in Athletics(16:08) Athlete Mentality and Support Systems(19:27) Visualization and Mental Toughness in Running(25:22) Mental Strategies to Push Through
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Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!
Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what’s happening between episodes of the show.
Connect with Charlie Lawrence:
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Connect with Meat Mafia:Instagram - Meat MafiaTwitter - Meat MafiaYouTube - Meat Mafia
Connect with Noble Protein:Website - Noble ProteinTwitter - Noble ProteinInstagram - Noble Protein
AFFILIATES
LMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA’ for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It’s a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

This episode of the Meet Mafia podcast features snippets from a previous interview with Kevin Stock, a dentist, bodybuilder, and health experimenter. Apologies! In the episode I mention that Dr. Stock's episode was #163 and it's actually just episode #63! The main points discussed are:
Kevin's experimentation with a simplistic, nutrient-dense diet of ground beef and raw milk.Kevin's perspective on oral hygiene, suggesting that a meat-based diet may render brushing teeth unnecessary due to the absence of tooth-decaying sugars.The potential long-term negative effects of drinking low-quality coffee daily, as nearly 50% of commercially available coffee beans contain mold toxins.Kevin's advice on gradually cutting out coffee consumption and replacing it with alternatives like bone broth to avoid caffeine withdrawal.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 01:40: Introduction to the episode and guest Kevin Stock01:40 - 02:50: Kevin's experimentation with a ground beef and raw milk diet02:50 - 06:15: Discussion on Weston A. Price's work and the impact of nutrition on oral health06:15 - 09:40: Kevin's perspective on oral hygiene and the necessity of brushing teeth when on a meat-based diet09:40 - 13:15: The potential long-term effects of consuming low-quality coffee containing mold toxins13:15 - 15:10: Kevin's advice on gradually cutting out coffee consumption and replacing it with alternatives15:10 - 16:00: Conclusion and recommendation to listen to the full episode for more insights