The Nate Biltz Podcast

Nate Biltz
  • 5.0 (26)
  • SELF-IMPROVEMENT
  • UPDATED BIMONTHLY

The official podcast of personal trainer and mixologist Nate Biltz. In this podcast Nate interviews world class creatives in entertainment, business, fitness, and art to inspire and educate people to get better and chase their own curiosities.

  1. #162 – Christina Quarternik – The Real Life of a Show Girl

    6D AGO

    #162 – Christina Quarternik – The Real Life of a Show Girl

    Christina Quarternik is a dancer, model, and businesswoman who has performed alongside artists like Gwen Stefani, Pit Bull, and has appeared on ‘The Morning Show’ and various national commercials. In this episode, she pulls back the curtain on the reality of life as an entertainer - and the discipline, pressure, and precision it takes to make it in her industry. We explore life philosophy such as why selfishness can actually be a good thing, what it means to truly face yourself, and how “sliding door’ moments quietly shape the direction of your life.  In this episode expect to learn how residuals work in the entertainment industry, some history of Burlesque dancing , where the term “get back on the horse” comes from, why solo travel is important, the value of being a fitness coach, the truth of the Japanese ritual of ‘Mysogi’, how to make great friends, and much more. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    3h 1m
  2. #161 – Paul Emerson – Creative Resistance and How to Beat It

    APR 17

    #161 – Paul Emerson – Creative Resistance and How to Beat It

    Paul Emerson is a Los Angeles-based director, producer, and editor who has worked across narrative shorts, commercial campaigns, and comedy series. Before establishing himself as a filmmaker, Paul spent years as the lead singer of a pop-punk band—a high-stakes creative background that continues to shape his approach to storytelling and collaboration. From directing high-budget commercials remotely during the pandemic to exploring the "janky" aesthetics of 90s public access TV, Paul has built a career on technical skill paired with deep empathy for the human subjects behind the screen. In this episode, Paul breaks down strategies for overcoming creative resistance and pushing through the "big boss" hurdles of finishing long-term projects like scripts and short films, while offering a director’s perspective on generative AI and how it is compared to the irreplaceable value of human choice and taste. In addition, we explore the power of "no expectations" and how accepting your own humanity allows directors to bring out the best performances. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    2h 1m
  3. #160 – Andreas Alfaro – The Life of a Stuntman

    FEB 20

    #160 – Andreas Alfaro – The Life of a Stuntman

    Andreas Alfaro is a professional stunt performer, acrobat, martial artist, and community builder based in Los Angeles, CA. From training martial arts and acrobatics to choreographing stunts for the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, Andreas represents what it looks like to bet on yourself, say no to distractions, and let the compound effect do its work. Alongside his stunt career, he is the co-founder of the Awaken Warrior community, creating spaces that prioritize movement, connection, and tribe in a disconnected modern world. In this episode expect to learn why staying in one place and committing fully was the turning point in Andreas’ career, how building strict non-negotiables creates momentum without burning out, why networking matters more than talent in any industry, how simplicity and detachment from possessions frees mental energy, the idea of choosing your “avatar” every day through identity and self-expression, the difference between healthy masculinity and cultural extremes, why community is the antidote to modern male loneliness, and how facing your fears systematically can fast-track personal transformation. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    1h 47m
  4. #159 – Harley DeMyers – The Art of Hospitality

    JAN 30

    #159 – Harley DeMyers – The Art of Hospitality

    Harley DeMyers is a hospitality leader who has spent over two decades working inside some of the most demanding, high-profile restaurant and nightlife groups in the country. Naturally introverted, Harley learned early on how to create a professional “character” to survive and succeed in an industry built on energy, performance, and presence. From studying engineering to managing teams and guest experiences at scale, his career has been shaped by living between two worlds. In this episode, expect to learn how Harley transitioned from engineering into hospitality, why playing a character at work can be both a strength and a cost, what truly separates great service from forgettable service, how culture and leadership are built, the role that sobriety has played in Harley’s life, and why humility, curiosity, and being comfortable with “not knowing” are essential traits for long-term success in the hospitality and service industry. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    1h 55m
  5. #158 - Jorge Gurrola - The Lost Art of Sandal Making

    JAN 16

    #158 - Jorge Gurrola - The Lost Art of Sandal Making

    Jorge is a graphic designer and sandal craftsman who has revived an ancient Mesoamerican footwear technology through his brand, Mazatli Footwear. After a "Eureka moment" on the 101 freeway, Jorge went on a mission to research, patent, and hand-make sandals based on a 2,000-year-old Aztec and Mayan design. Today, his patented double-toe-post sandals are used by elite ultra-marathon runners and outdoor enthusiasts to reclaim foot strength, stability, and a deeper connection to the earth. In this episode expect to learn how Jorge used "reverse engineering" and went undercover to learn the secrets of the world’s top footwear brands, the significance of the double-toe-post design found in ancient Mesoamerican artifacts, the importance of sourcing elite materials like Vibram for high-performance hiking, and why hand-craftsmanship and cultural heritage create a product that people will wait months and pay premium prices for. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    1h 18m
  6. #157 - Andy Paredes - The Road to Mr. Olympia | Winning 3 Bodybuilding Titles in 3 Weeks

    12/19/2025

    #157 - Andy Paredes - The Road to Mr. Olympia | Winning 3 Bodybuilding Titles in 3 Weeks

    Andy Paredes is a professional bodybuilder and fitness coach who in 2025 accomplished the rare and remarkable feat of winning three Pro titles in just three weeks, earning a spot on the Mr.Olympia stage. Once a skinny kid with a dream, Andy transformed his body, mindset, and life through years of relentless training, discipline, and self-mastery. Today, he not only competes at the highest level of bodybuilding, but also coaches and inspires others to build strength, confidence, and purpose through fitness while growing a powerful presence online. In this episode expect to learn how Andy transformed himself from a skinny beginner into a championship-winning professional bodybuilder, how to build a strong and authentic social media presence in the fitness world, Andy’s favorite movements for each body part, the true difference between amateurs and pros in terms of physical conditioning, daily discipline, and mental toughness, and how to prepare your own diet based on your specific fitness goals for long-term success. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    1h 27m
  7. #156 - Malece Miller - Skipping College and Becoming a Professional Dancer

    12/05/2025

    #156 - Malece Miller - Skipping College and Becoming a Professional Dancer

    Malece Miller is a professional contemporary dancer best known for her standout performances on Season 10 of So You Think You Can Dance. Beginning her training at the age of five, Malece has spent her life immersed in the world of movement, expression, and elite performance. After years of touring, performing, and navigating the demands of the dance industry, she now dedicates her time to mentoring young women, helping them cultivate both technical mastery and artistic confidence. In this episode Malece shares what it was really like for her to compete on So You Think You Can Dance, the behind-the-scenes reality of life on tour, and the lessons she gained from moving to Los Angeles at a young age to chase her dream. Expect to learn how Malece developed resilience in a high-pressure industry, the mindset shifts that shaped her career, and the fresh insights she gained from her recent experience at Content College. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout)   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20

    1h 47m
  8. #155 - (Part 2) Eric Kaplan - Terrifying Questions with Producer/Writer of The Big Bang Theory

    11/14/2025

    #155 - (Part 2) Eric Kaplan - Terrifying Questions with Producer/Writer of The Big Bang Theory

    Eric Kaplan is an Emmy-winning television writer, philosopher, host of the show “Terrifying Questions”, and executive producer best known for his work on The Big Bang Theory, Futurama, and Malcolm in the Middle. With 16 Emmy nominations and a mind that bridges comedy and contemplation, Eric brings a rare blend of humor and depth to everything he creates. He’s also the author of Does Santa Exist?, a philosophical exploration of belief, paradox, and the human search for meaning. In this episode, Eric shares his journey from studying philosophy at Columbia and Harvard to shaping some of the most iconic shows in modern television. He dives deep into how questioning the world—and yourself—can fuel creativity, emotional intelligence, and authentic living. Need more Protein in your diet, Creatine, or Energy before your workout? | BUCKED UP https://bckd.co/WacAly5 20% OFF Code: NateBiltz1   Biltz Different Apparel https://www.biltzdifferent.com/mercha... 15% OFF Code: NBP15 Struggling with Focus, Motivation, or Energy? Thesis Supplements https://app.devotion.club/brand/thesi... 20% OFF Code: natebiltz   Best Bartending Equipment | A Bar Above IG: @abarabove https://shop.abarabove.com/?sca_ref=5... 10% OFF Code: BILTZ Looking for energy and focus without the jitters? | MUD WTR https://mudwtr.com/MUDWTRNATEBILTZ (20% OFF automatically applied at checkout) Sound by BURNT NEON PRODUCTIONS @burntneonproductions  https://burntneonproductions.com ASHMAN ATHLETICS @ashmanathletics https://ashmanathletics.com?sca_ref=4... 5% OFF Code: NBP   BRUTE FITNESS SELTZER @bruteseltzer httpS://www.brute-seltzer.com 20% OFF Code: Biltz20 Get in touch in the comments below or head to... instagram: https://www.instagram.com twitter: https://x.com/home

    1h 17m
See All (167)

5
out of 5
26 Ratings

About

The official podcast of personal trainer and mixologist Nate Biltz. In this podcast Nate interviews world class creatives in entertainment, business, fitness, and art to inspire and educate people to get better and chase their own curiosities.

Information

  • Creator
    Nate Biltz
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    167
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Nate Biltz Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Nate Biltz Podcast