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On this episode of the podcast, we chat with our good friend Gregg Schoenberg. Gregg is a successful entrepreneur from New York and spent most of his career in the finance world. Now, he spends most of his time discussing how to succeed in life through building quality relationships, or what he calls: etiquette alpha.
Gregg Schoenberg Episode 196The Meat Mafia Telegram GroupSummary of Key Themes from the full-length episode:
Pulling the ripcord on a corporate career without a plan to pursue more meaningful workThe importance of 9/11 in shifting perspectives on risk, time, and controlStarting a successful newsletter (The Financial Revolutionist) by providing differentiated opinions and analysisDeveloping a systematic approach to maintaining and nurturing relationships over timeThe power of etiquette and considerate gestures in building strong connections and goodwillAdvising executives and entrepreneurs to avoid comfort, maintain humility, and prepare for disruptionHelping a parent through terminal illness as a profound and meaningful experienceAlgorithm-based approaches to life and the robot-like discipline needed for high-performanceFocusing on core attributes like determination and confronting weaknesses to succeed as an entrepreneurDeeper life lessons on seeing beyond superficialities, forgiveness, and developing a spiritual practice

Nicco Magnotto is the co-founder of Nic Nac Naturals, a company that produces all-natural nicotine mints using non-tobacco nicotine. With a background in electrical engineering and experience in the specialty sweeteners and supplements industry, Magnotto has combined his passion for health, nutrition, and biohacking to create an innovative nicotine product. His approach emphasizes transparency, minimal and healthy ingredients, and a focus on providing a cleaner alternative to traditional nicotine products.
Key topics discussed:
Nicotine product effects and usageNicotine delivery methods, usage, and benefitsStartups, challenges, and growthThe impact of screens and dopamineBalancing health, lifestyle, and mindsetTimestamps:
(00:00) Nicotine Products and Oral Effects(03:38) Nicotine Delivery Methods and Effects(07:24) Nicotine Usage and Benefits(17:23) Startups, Challenges, and Growth(23:21) Balancing Health, Lifestyle, and Mindset(30:43) The Impact of Screens and Dopamine
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Nicco Magnotto is the co-founder of Nic Nac Naturals, a company that produces all-natural nicotine mints using non-tobacco nicotine. With a background in electrical engineering and experience in the specialty sweeteners and supplements industry, Magnotto has combined his passion for health, nutrition, and biohacking to create an innovative nicotine product. His approach emphasizes transparency, minimal and healthy ingredients, and a focus on providing a cleaner alternative to traditional nicotine products.
Key topics discussed:
Voluntary ingredient transparency in Nic Nac products.Misconceptions about nicotine versus tobacco-related health risks.Regulatory challenges in the nicotine industry, including FDA compliance.Use of xylitol for enhanced nicotine absorption and oral health benefits.Timestamps:
(00:00) Exploring Nicotine's Benefits and Misconceptions(12:12) Artificial Sweeteners and Food Engineering(18:51) Regulations and Challenges in Product Development(31:00) Embracing Entrepreneurship and Brave Decision Making
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Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!
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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

Cody Hopkins is the co-founder of Grassroots Farmers' Cooperative, a pioneering initiative based in rural Arkansas dedicated to connecting consumers with high-quality, ethically-raised meat products. As a first-generation farmer, Cody, along with his wife, transitioned from a background in physics to sustainable farming inspired by figures like Joel Salatin. Over the past decade, they have built Grassroots from the ground up, emphasizing transparency, sustainability, and community-driven solutions to the challenges of modern agriculture.
Key topics discussed: 
Impact of COVID-19 on consumer behavior and food system resilienceThe necessity for more decentralized food processing infrastructureSocioeconomic components of food pricing and consumer educationInnovative financing and ownership models for sustainable agricultureRole of farm subsidies and government policies in shaping the food systemTimestamps:
(00:00) - Shifting Consumer Behavior Post-COVID(04:00) - The Economics of Food Pricing and Quality(06:15) - Advocating for Less Meat but Better Quality(12:00) - The Realities of Industrial Poultry Farming(18:00) - Innovative Financing and Ownership Models in Agriculture
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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

Cody Hopkins is the co-founder of Grassroots Farmers' Cooperative, a pioneering initiative based in rural Arkansas dedicated to connecting consumers with high-quality, ethically-raised meat products. As a first-generation farmer, Cody, along with his wife, transitioned from a background in physics to sustainable farming inspired by figures like Joel Salatin. Over the past decade, they have built Grassroots from the ground up, emphasizing transparency, sustainability, and community-driven solutions to the challenges of modern agriculture.
Key topics discussed: 
Issues with the centralized and industrialized food systemImpact of sustainable farming on rural economiesConsumer demand driving change in agricultureEducation on nutrient density and farming practicesEnvironmental benefits of regenerative agricultureBridging the urban-rural divide through food systems.Timestamps:
(00:00) - Introduction and Cody's Background(03:50) - Challenges of Starting a Farm(08:45) - Issues with the Centralized Food System(12:00) - Educating Consumers on Food Quality(19:30) - Environmental Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture
*** LINKS***
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 Cody:
Linkedin
Connect with Grass Roots Farmers' Cooperative:
InstagramWebsite
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

On today's Mafia Moments, we discuss some heavy hitting topics with Veronica Max, including the hormone crisis, birth control, home births, and periods. You won't want to miss this one!
If you enjoyed this episode, check out the full-length conversation with Veronica Max on episode 233 of the Meat Mafia Podcast!
- Veronica Max, owner of Ultra Personal Healthcare, discusses the hormone crisis affecting both men and women due to factors like diet, lifestyle, and environment. [01:15]
- Cell phones and screens can negatively impact sex hormones and fertility. Men are losing interest in relationships and have low sex drive, possibly due to low testosterone. [02:30]
- Veronica shares her journey of seeking external validation before doing emotional work to find inner happiness. She chose home births despite fear of mainstream medical system. [05:30]
- Home birth is a profound, vulnerable experience supported by midwives. Veronica gained comfort and confidence from her first to fourth home birth. [09:00] 
- Surrendering to the body's divine power during childbirth is key. Birthing at home without medical intervention is empowering. [14:15]
- Veronica provides recommendations for finding a good midwife and resources for those interested in home birth. [17:30]
- Misconceptions and fear surround home birth and birth control. There is a lack of education about women's cycles and fertility. [19:30]
- Celebrating rites of passage like a girl's first period is important to avoid negative emotions from not acknowledging milestones. [21:45]
- Society is disconnected from our bodies and fertility. Procreation is a fundamental aspect of life. [23:00]