Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast

Marvin Bee

Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast isn’t your typical health show; it’s where real life meets real wellness. Each week, Marvin Bee (aka Uncle Marv) cuts through the noise to challenge what you think is healthy and uncover what actually works for your body, your mind, and your relationships. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this podcast helps you make sense of it all—without the fluff, fads, or guilt. From breaking down trending health headlines to calling out popular myths (yes—even the ones you’ve been told are “good” for you), Uncle Marv keeps it honest, practical, and relatable. You’ll learn how to turn everyday habits into sustainable routines that support long-term energy, mental clarity, and meaningful connection with others. Through candid conversations and expert interviews, the show dives into topics that matter in real life—hormones and menopause, stress and happiness, gut health, sleep, and how modern technology is quietly shaping your health choices and relationships. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. If you’re ready to think differently, feel better, and live healthier, without losing yourself in the process, Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast is your weekly reset.

  1. 17h ago

    Men’s Health: Let’s Stop Putting It Off (EP 138)

    Being tough doesn’t mean pretending nothing’s wrong. I’ve had to learn that myself, and watching friends face health problems they hadn’t paid attention to has made this personal. For Movember, I’m asking us guys to stop putting our health on the back burner, whether that means discussing prostate and testicular cancer, being honest about our mental health, or finally calling the doctor. I’m backing that up with a fundraiser and more conversations throughout the month, but you don’t have to donate to take part. Start with one appointment, one honest conversation, or one friend who needs somebody to ask, “Are you doing okay?” === Resources Movember, Men’s Health and Awareness: https://us.movember.com/Uncle Marv’s Movember Fundraiser: https://movember.com/m/15531195?mc=1 === Chapters 01:12 Breaking the Tough-Guy Mindset02:10 Men’s Health Warning Signs and Screenings03:14 Mental Health and Checking on Friends04:10 Movember Fundraiser and Men’s Health Conversations05:17 Take Action: Doctor Visits and Honest Conversations === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Men’s Health: Let’s Stop Putting It Off (EP 138)
  2. 4d ago

    The Picky Eating Summit with Lena Livinsky (EP 137)

    You’re trying to feed your child, not turn dinner into another argument. So when the same struggles keep showing up, where do you go for answers? My returning guest, Lena Livinsky, knows how confusing that can feel. She’s a pediatric speech-language pathologist, picky eating specialist, and mom whose approach changed when she realized that focusing on food and behavior wasn’t enough for many of the children she worked with. I talk with Lena about the Picky Eating Summit she created to bring those bigger conversations together, from feeding skills to the nervous system and practical changes families can explore at home. What I appreciate is that she isn’t asking parents to figure everything out overnight. She’s giving them a way to look deeper, ask better questions, and take a manageable next step. === Chapters 00:26 Meet Picky Eating Specialist Lena Livinsky01:23 Understanding What’s Behind Picky Eating04:05 Picky Eating Summit: Bringing 27 Experts Together06:48 Why Parents Need Clearer Feeding Guidance08:21 Summit Sessions: Feeding Skills and Whole-Child Health12:13 Free Summit Access vs. the $97 All Access Pass15:01 Summit Giveaways: Apollo Neuro and Documenting Hope17:16 How to Enter the Summit Prize Drawings18:26 Feeding Education vs. Professional Care18:54 How to Register for the Picky Eating Summit Summit details we discussed: Event dates: November 5–7, with free viewing available through November 8.Free pass: Access to the summit sessions during the viewing window.Optional all-access pass: $97 for one year of access, plus transcripts, audio versions, a picky eating roadmap, and a companion workbook.Upgrade deadline: November 9.Live Q&A: Scheduled for the third day, along with the giveaway. === Guest: Paulina “Lena” Livinsky Livin’Sky Kids, Founder / Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist / Holistic Feeding SpecialistWebsite: https://lenalivinsky.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenalivinsky === People Mentioned Dr. Elisa Song, Healthy Kids Happy Kids: https://healthykidshappykids.com/ === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Livin’Sky Kids: https://lenalivinsky.com/The Livin’Sky Podcast: https://lenalivinsky.com/podcast/The Picky Eating Summit, official host website: https://lenalivinsky.com/Picky Eating Summit Free Pass: https://thepickyeatingsummit.mvsite.app/af/261628473/1198314Picky Eating Summit All-Access Pass: https://thepickyeatingsummit.mvsite.app/af/261628473/1198465Picky Eating Roadmap, summit all-access resource:Documenting Hope: https://documentinghope.com/Apollo Neuro Wearable: https://apolloneuro.com/Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Previous Lena Conversation: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/the-real-story-behind-picky-eating-ep-118/Previous Lena Conversation: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/the-real-reasons-kids-struggle-with-food-ep-126/ === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    The Picky Eating Summit with Lena Livinsky (EP 137)
  3. 6d ago

    Manopause: Let’s Have the Conversation (EP 136)

    I’ll be honest: when those low-T commercials first started showing up, I thought somebody had invented another problem to sell us something. So I invited Dr. Ann Monis, a clinical and forensic psychologist and healthcare entrepreneur, to help me sort through the noise. Her interest in hormones and aging grew out of her own athletic background and noticing changes in the people around her. We talk about the things men don’t always bring up: less energy, lousy sleep, brain fog, a changing sex drive, and not feeling like yourself. What stuck with me is that getting older and ignoring how you feel don’t have to be the same thing. We get into “manopause,” the questions surrounding testosterone treatment, and why an honest conversation matters more than a television commercial. My biggest takeaway? Don’t dismiss the symptoms, but don’t assume testosterone is the answer either. === Chapters === Guest Dr. Ann Monis, Transformative Healthcare Solutions / Medical Anti-Aging, Clinical and Forensic Psychologist; Founder and CEO of Transformative Healthcare Solutions; Co-Founder and CEO of Medical Anti-Aging Website: https://www.drann.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-monis-mba-psyd-43196b24/ === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Transformative Healthcare Solutions (THS): https://ths.health/Medical Anti-Aging: https://www.medicalantiaging.com/ === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Manopause: Let’s Have the Conversation (EP 136)
  4. Oct 26

    When “I’m Fine” Isn’t the Truth (EP 135)

    I’m back with psychotherapist and author Elke Scholz, and we get into something that’s easy to miss when you’re busy taking care of everybody else: how you’re actually doing. Elke shares how migraines, stomachaches, stuttering, and feeling different were part of a struggle she didn’t recognize as anxiety until after she started her private practice. Helping other people didn’t make her immune to getting drained, either. She opens up about exhaustion and the shift that helped her start paying attention to her own energy. What stuck with me is that we don’t always need a complete life overhaul. Sometimes we need to notice what drains us, make room for what feels like a genuine “hell yes,” and tell somebody how we’re really feeling. That sounds simple. Being honest enough to do it might be the harder part. === Chapters 00:18 Welcome Back: Psychotherapist Elke Scholz03:58 Elke’s Psychotherapy Practice and Approach to Anxiety06:50 Recognizing Anxiety: Elke’s Personal Story12:11 Anxiety Warning Signs and When to Seek Support14:10 Sleep, Exhaustion, and Waking Up Tired17:47 Anxiety Warrior Books and Understanding Anxiety21:39 Interrupting Anxiety: Acknowledge Before You Redirect24:51 Expressive Arts Therapy and Trauma29:09 Burnout Recovery and the “Hell Yes” Energy Check34:26 Finding Happiness and Taking One Honest Next Step === Guest Elke Scholz, Elke Scholz Psychotherapy, Registered Psychotherapist / AuthorWebsite: https://elkescholz.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elkescholztherapist === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Loving Your Life: https://link.amazon/B0085DABT Anxiety Warrior - Volume 1: https://link.amazon/B0iYMqHft Anxiety Warrior - Volume 2: https://link.amazon/B09xSUBRZElke Scholz’s resources page: https://elkescholz.com/resources === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    When “I’m Fine” Isn’t the Truth (EP 135)
  5. Oct 21

    Doing Everything Right, Still Feeling Lost (EP 134)

    You can do everything you’re supposed to do and still feel like something is missing. I sat down with Elke Scholz, a registered psychotherapist, expressive arts educator, and author, expecting to talk about anxiety and running on empty. Instead, we got into the story behind her work: a difficult home life, feeling out of place in school, and the creative classes she credits with saving her life as a teenager. Elke’s path took her from calligraphy and teaching art to writing a book and eventually going back to school, even while money was tight and anxiety came along for the ride. What stayed with me was this: sometimes the next step isn’t trying harder. It’s paying attention to how you actually feel and what you’ve been missing. === Chapters 00:16 Meet Elke Scholz: Psychotherapy, Creativity and Mental Health01:45 Finding Hope Through Drama and Creative Writing05:07 Teenage Depression and Feeling Different09:07 How Calligraphy Led to Teaching Art12:30 Connecting Creativity, Empathy and Psychotherapy17:46 Financial Struggles and a Life-Changing Workshop23:06 Challenging the Belief That You’re Not Creative26:21 Depression, Purpose and Investing in Yourself30:39 Managing Anxiety While Going Back to School34:10 Emotional Awareness: Paying Attention Instead of Trying Harder === Guest: Elke Scholz, Elke Scholz, Registered Psychotherapist / Expressive Arts Consultant Website: https://elkescholz.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elkescholztherapist === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Loving Your Life: https://link.amazon/B0085DABTAnxiety Warrior - Volume 1: https://link.amazon/B0iYMqHftAnxiety Warrior - Volume 2: https://link.amazon/B09xSUBRZElke Scholz’s resources page: https://elkescholz.com/resources === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Doing Everything Right, Still Feeling Lost (EP 134)
  6. Oct 20

    Small Steps When You Feel Stuck (EP 133)

    I know the routine: work all day, come home exhausted, turn on the TV, and promise yourself you’ll do something different Monday. Coach Willie Blake joins me again to talk about getting out of that cycle without pretending we can change our whole lives overnight. After exploring his experience with dyslexia and his health journey in our first conversation, we get practical about what comes next: figuring out what you actually want and choosing one small thing you can do about it. Willie also shares the less polished version of finishing 75 Hard on his eleventh attempt, including short-lived starts and long breaks before trying again. That’s the part I appreciate. Progress doesn’t always look impressive while you’re making it. Sometimes it’s turning off one TV program, taking a walk, or letting somebody know you could use a little encouragement. === Chapters 00:16 Coach Willie Blake: Small Steps Toward Better Health01:28 Build Healthy Habits With One Small Action04:22 Coach Willie Blake and Light Beyond Limits04:48 The GPS Method: Get Clear, Plan, Start Moving07:16 Stop Waiting for Monday: Find Your Why11:39 Understanding Exhaustion, Rest, and Recovery15:48 Overcome Overthinking and Take Action19:01 Finishing 75 Hard After 11 Attempts24:29 Get Unstuck With Small Steps and Support === Guest: Willie Blake Website: https://coachwillieblake.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willieblake-light/ === People Mentioned Diana Feinstein, Max Pact Health: https://www.maxpacthealth.com/Andy Frisella, Creator of 75 HARD: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Light Beyond Limits, Willie Blake’s podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C9SF4BWxy92rLmcZi32Gd75 HARD, Mental toughness program: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Small Steps When You Feel Stuck (EP 133)
  7. Oct 19

    Starting Over Without Beating Yourself Up (EP 132)

    Coach Willie Blake told me it took him 11 attempts to finish 75 Hard. My first thought? I probably would have called it quits after three. But the more we talked, the more I realized this wasn’t just about finishing a challenge. Willie grew up with dyslexia, worried about being called on to read, and found comfort in food when he didn’t feel comfortable with himself. Those feelings followed him long after his school days were over. We talk about the family photo that made him take a hard look at his health, the confidence he had to build, and what he learned each time he started over. What stuck with me was this: progress doesn’t have to look impressive to matter. Sometimes it looks like another walk, another attempt, and a little less judgment along the way. === Chapters 00:28 Meet Coach Willie Blake02:36 Dyslexia, Shame, and Emotional Eating08:48 Reading and a New Mindset13:43 Breaking Free From Old Labels15:57 Taking on 75 Hard20:52 Ten Restarts Before Finishing24:49 Habits That Stuck26:31 From Walmart to Full-Time Coaching30:40 Light Beyond Limits and What’s Next === Guest: Willie Blake, Coach Willie Blake, Dyslexic Career & High-Performance Coach Website: https://coachwillieblake.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willieblake-light === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Light Beyond Limits: https://open.spotify.com/show/7C9SF4BWxy92rLmcZi32Gd Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/ Rich Dad Poor Dad: https://link.amazon/B0bnChDOu The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://link.amazon/B01SwloQl How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://link.amazon/B0fttiF44 75 HARD: https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/articles/what-is-75-hard Section 504 Plan: http://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/individuals-disabilities/section-504 === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Starting Over Without Beating Yourself Up (EP 132)
  8. Oct 14

    Sometimes You Have to Live in the Mud (EP 131)

    Sometimes you’ve got to live in the mud for a while. Not call it beautiful. Not pretend you’re enjoying it. Just admit that it hurts. Laura Bratton joins me again to talk about what helped her move forward after losing her sight, including the support of people who believed in her when she struggled to believe in herself. I wanted to know what grit and gratitude actually look like on the hard days. Laura shares how she learned to acknowledge her grief, stop treating every frightening thought as a permanent reality, and take life in smaller pieces. What stayed with me was this: you can appreciate the people helping you through a difficult situation without being grateful that the situation happened. === Guest Laura Bratton, Ubi Global, Founder, Keynote Speaker, Author and CoachWebsite: https://www.laurabratton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-bratton-speaking === Resources / Books / Podcasts / Apps Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit & Gratitude, Laura's book: https://link.amazon/B0iq4OHYxUncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Vistage, executive coaching and peer advisory organization: https://vistage.com/Arizona State University, referred to as “Arizona State”: https://www.asu.edu/Part one of my conversation with Laura: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/130 === MUSIC LICENSE CERTIFICATE: Envato Elements Item Item Title: Healthy EatingItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/healthy-eating-VNN4M4PAuthor Username: CrazyTunesLicensee: Marvin BeeRegistered Project Name: Unhealthy PodcastLicense Date: January 3rd, 2026Item License Code: XPFS6HD54W === About the Unhealthy Podcast Hosted by Marvin Bee (Uncle Marv), the Unhealthy Podcast dives into real conversations about health, wellness, and everyday habits that impact how we live, work, and age. From nutrition myths to stress management and tech-life balance, Uncle Marv brings humor, insight, and honesty to every episode. Visit our website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamunclemarvConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinbee/ Follow and Subscribe: Stay updated with new episodes every week on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Join the conversation about real-life health, fitness, and personal growth from the lens of an everyday guy striving to be healthier.

    Sometimes You Have to Live in the Mud (EP 131)
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Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast isn’t your typical health show; it’s where real life meets real wellness. Each week, Marvin Bee (aka Uncle Marv) cuts through the noise to challenge what you think is healthy and uncover what actually works for your body, your mind, and your relationships. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this podcast helps you make sense of it all—without the fluff, fads, or guilt. From breaking down trending health headlines to calling out popular myths (yes—even the ones you’ve been told are “good” for you), Uncle Marv keeps it honest, practical, and relatable. You’ll learn how to turn everyday habits into sustainable routines that support long-term energy, mental clarity, and meaningful connection with others. Through candid conversations and expert interviews, the show dives into topics that matter in real life—hormones and menopause, stress and happiness, gut health, sleep, and how modern technology is quietly shaping your health choices and relationships. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. If you’re ready to think differently, feel better, and live healthier, without losing yourself in the process, Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast is your weekly reset.