Ever Forward Radio with Chase Chewning

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Hi, I'm Chase Chewning (@chase_chewning on Instagram) and this is the podcast that is devoted to help you build a life that propels you forward - EVER FORWARD. Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness, personal development, entrepreneurship, celebrities and entertainers, creatives, military and so much more. I am a US Army veteran, ACE Certified Health Coach, and I hold a BS in Exercise Science and MS in Health Promotion and currently live in Los Angeles, CA.

  1. Why Most Relationships Don't Heal Us and the Biggest Lie Men Believe About Strength and Love with Adam Roa

    10H AGO

    Why Most Relationships Don't Heal Us and the Biggest Lie Men Believe About Strength and Love with Adam Roa

    This episode is brought to you by WHOOP, Timeline and  Audible. Poet, speaker, and transformational coach Adam Roa breaks down the modern crisis of masculinity, emotional safety, conscious relationships, and the hidden ways people abandon themselves in pursuit of comfort, validation, and love. This conversation explores why so many men feel lost, angry, disconnected, and emotionally shut down, how unresolved wounds show up in relationships, and why healing doesn't happen in isolation — it happens through safe connection. Adam shares powerful insights on balancing masculine and feminine energy, the difference between fireworks and mature love, why creativity is a wellness practice, and how saying "yes" to small intuitive nudges ultimately transformed his life and career. From conscious communication to emotional resilience, purpose, relationships, creativity, and modern masculinity, this episode is a deep exploration into what it actually means to become fully embodied and move Ever Forward. Follow Adam @adam.roa Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Why So Many Men Feel Lost, Angry & Emotionally Shut Down 01:36 – Adam Roa on Self-Love, Triggers & Conscious Relationships 04:20 – What a Truly Conscious Relationship Actually Looks Like 06:00 – Why You Don't Need to Be "Fully Healed" Before Love 09:10 – Emotional Safety & Learning to Communicate Honestly 13:05 – Masculinity, Modern Dating & Mixed Signals for Men 16:03 – Why Relationships Can't Make You Happy 18:21 – The Dangerous Fantasy of "Movie Love" 23:45 – The Hidden Expectations We Bring Into Relationships 24:25 – Personal Development & Rewriting Your Internal Stories 27:06 – Why Creativity Is a Wellness Practice 28:18 – Adam's Journey from Suppression to Spoken Word Poetry 32:06 – The Viral Poem That Changed Adam Roa's Life 33:23 – The Power of Saying "Yes" to Your Calling 34:03 – Why People Abandon Themselves Instead of Taking the Next Step 38:30 – Growth, Discomfort & Emotional Resilience 40:19 – The Biggest Lie Men Have Been Told About Strength 43:43 – Emotional Safety in Relationships & Masculine Leadership 47:24 – Communication Frameworks That Actually Work 50:10 – Masculinity Retreats, Men's Work & Emotional Capacity 52:03 – Why Warriors Historically Had to Be Poets 54:04 – The Yin & Yang of Masculinity and Emotional Balance 57:01 – King, Warrior, Magician, Lover & Male Archetypes 01:00:10 – Adam on Identity Shifts, Creativity & Reinvention 01:05:30 – Rapid Fire: Truth, Expression, Safety & Aliveness 01:08:19 – Why Simplicity Matters More Than Ever Today 01:11:00 – What "Ever Forward" Means to Adam Roa ----- Episode resources: Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more about Adam WHOOP: Track sleep, recovery, stress, HRV, training performance, and daily readiness with the wearable Chase has trusted for years Timeline Nutrition Mitopure: Support mitochondrial health, recovery, strength, endurance, and healthy aging with Mitopure Audible Free 30-Day Trial: Free 30-day Audible trial and start listening to audiobooks on the go

    1h 12m
  2. Why Your Anxiety, Gut Issues & Exhaustion Might Be Stored Trauma (and how to finally release it) with Liz Tenuto

    5D AGO ·  BONUS

    Why Your Anxiety, Gut Issues & Exhaustion Might Be Stored Trauma (and how to finally release it) with Liz Tenuto

    This episode is brought to you by Ancient & Brave, Strong Coffee Company and Audible. What if your anxiety, exhaustion, gut issues, insomnia, chronic tension, or even emotional numbness weren't random… but your body trying to communicate unresolved stress and trauma? Somatic healing expert and When the Body Speaks author Liz Tenuto—better known online as "The Workout Witch"—joiins us to unpack how trauma gets stored in the nervous system and why so many people stay stuck even after years of therapy, self-help, and "doing all the right things." Liz explains the science behind somatic healing, bottom-up nervous system regulation, neurogenic tremors, emotional release, chronic stress physiology, and how seemingly "normal" symptoms like jaw clenching, gut issues, fatigue, insomnia, and brain fog may actually be signs your body never fully completed the stress response. This conversation blends neuroscience, emotional healing, nervous system education, and practical tools into one of the deepest conversations yet on what it truly means to move Ever Forward. YOU WILL LEARN: Why trauma is physical, not just emotional The difference between top-down vs bottom-up healing How chronic stress silently changes the body Why high performers often normalize dysregulation The role of safety and co-regulation in healing The surprising power of tiny movements and somatic exercises How unresolved trauma can mask deeper layers of pain Why healing can lead to a more authentic and connected life Follow Liz @theworkoutwitch_ Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Trauma gets stored in the body 00:44 – What "bottom-up healing" means 01:00 – Why physical release creates emotional healing 01:33 – Neurogenic tremors explained 01:51 – Your body is your most honest messenger 03:09 – Giving yourself permission to not feel okay 06:11 – Is healing a luxury in modern life? 07:35 – When your body is quietly screaming at you 09:07 – Healthy coping vs hidden avoidance 11:42 – Why we always go to extremes with stress 14:21 – Can 5–10 minutes a day really heal stress? 16:12 – Signs trauma may be stored in your nervous system 19:58 – A simple vagus nerve exercise for relaxation 22:25 – Rocking movements & soothing the nervous system 25:14 – Gabor Maté's definition of trauma 26:56 – What is secondary trauma? 30:05 – Chase shares his PTSD healing journey 31:59 – Somatics vs talk therapy explained 35:11 – Why the jaw & psoas hold stress 36:09 – Why animals shake after stress (and humans don't) 38:54 – Why physical release creates emotional release 40:46 – The importance of safe people & co-regulation 43:08 – Signs your nervous system may be dysregulated 45:20 – Liz shares her trauma story 47:14 – Discovering somatic healing for the first time 49:39 – What somatic exercises actually look like 51:16 – Why gentle movement heals the nervous system 53:09 – Can you do somatic healing on your own? 54:20 – Reclaiming ownership of your body 55:50 – Healing trauma through unlearning survival patterns 57:43 – Somatics vs therapy: where should people start? 58:45 – Healing trauma you can't consciously remember 01:02:16 – Why avoiding trauma never truly works 01:03:09 – Trauma lives in your cells & tissues 01:05:57 – Healing creates ripple effects for others 01:09:57 – Liz on joy, hobbies & learning to play again 01:12:45 – What "Ever Forward" means to Liz 01:14:24 – "When the body speaks… are we listening?" ----- Episode resources: Save 20% on Tru Biome with code EVERFOFRWARD from Ancient and Brave Save 15% on organic coffee with code CHASE from Strong Coffee Company FREE 30-day trial of Audible audiobooks Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get Liz's new book When the Body Speaks

    1h 15m
  3. The Truth About Obesity, Bariatric Surgery, Ozempic & Why Most Weight Loss Fails with Dr. Betsy Dovec

    MAY 18

    The Truth About Obesity, Bariatric Surgery, Ozempic & Why Most Weight Loss Fails with Dr. Betsy Dovec

    This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Fatty15, and Caldera Lab. What if obesity isn't a willpower problem at all? In this deeply eye-opening conversation, Chase sits down with bariatric surgeon and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Betsy Dovec, MD to unpack the science, psychology, and stigma surrounding obesity in America today. From GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro to bariatric surgery, emotional eating, food addiction, metabolic dysfunction, and the failures of fad diets, this episode challenges nearly everything we think we know about weight loss. Whether you're someone struggling with weight, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the future of metabolic health, this conversation offers nuance, compassion, and hard truths that could completely reshape your understanding of obesity and modern wellness. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Why Dr. Dovec believes obesity is primarily biological — not a lack of discipline The hidden role trauma and emotional safety can play in weight gain How bariatric surgery changes hormones, hunger, and "food noise" The truth about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and long-term GLP-1 use Why most people regain weight after stopping GLP-1 medications The difference between gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery Why visceral fat is more dangerous than the number on the scale How obesity impacts cardiovascular disease, diabetes, fatty liver, and longevity The surprising reason BMI may be one of the worst health markers Why women account for nearly 85% of bariatric surgery patients How sugar and ultra-processed foods are driving the obesity epidemic What long-term success after bariatric surgery actually requires The psychological side of transformation and behavior change Why "food noise" may be one of the biggest hidden barriers to weight loss How bariatric surgery and GLP-1s may work best together The future of weight loss medicine, surgery, and employer healthcare coverage Follow Betsy @drdovec Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 — Is Obesity a Willpower Problem or a Biological Problem? 04:40 — When Should Someone Consider Bariatric Surgery? 08:00 — Trauma, Emotional Eating & Feeling Unsafe in the Body 14:20 — Why Obesity Is More Complex Than Calories In vs. Calories Out 15:40 — Why Men Wait Too Long to Address Their Health 17:42 — Bariatric Surgery Misconceptions & Who Actually Qualifies 19:00 — How Bariatric Surgery Immediately Improves Diabetes 20:40 — Why BMI Is a Flawed Health Marker 23:00 — Visceral Fat, Fatty Liver Disease & Sugar Addiction 27:00 — Is Obesity Truly Reversible? 29:20 — Why Gastric Bypass Is Still the "Gold Standard" 31:55 — How Gastric Bypass Surgery Actually Works 35:00 — Nutrient Absorption & Supplements After Surgery 37:00 — What Daily Life Looks Like After Bariatric Surgery 42:00 — Food Noise, Hunger Hormones & Feeling Full for the First Time 45:00 — Risks, Complications & Safety of Bariatric Surgery 49:45 — Insurance Coverage, Costs & Why Employers Are Paying for Surgery 54:30 — Long-Term Outcomes & Lifespan Benefits 57:00 — Eating Disorders, Addiction Transfer & Alcohol After Surgery 01:02:00 — Why Dr. Dovec Prioritizes Lower Carb Nutrition 01:05:00 — The Ethics of the Weight Loss Industry 01:10:00 — GLP-1 Medications vs. Bariatric Surgery 01:15:00 — Why Bariatric Surgery Numbers Are Falling 01:20:00 — Rapid Fire: Ozempic, Body Positivity & Discipline 01:25:00 — Parenting, Childhood Obesity & The Future of Weight Loss 01:29:00 — What "Ever Forward" Means to Dr. Dovec ----- Episode resources: Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at BodyByBariatrics.com FREE variety sample pack of LMNT electrolytes  Additional 15% off Fatty15 with code EVERFORWARD 20% off Caldera Lab men's skincare with code EVERFORWARD

    1h 31m
  4. The Quickest Path to Changing Your Life for the Better (and the Self-Improvement Trap Keeping You Stuck!) with Light Watkins

    MAY 14 ·  BONUS

    The Quickest Path to Changing Your Life for the Better (and the Self-Improvement Trap Keeping You Stuck!) with Light Watkins

    This episode is brought to you by Audible, AX3, State & Liberty and Caldera Lab. What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want… is your relationship with discomfort? Today we sit down with meditation teacher, transformation coach, and bestselling author Light Watkins to unpack why most people fail to create lasting change, how discipline is commonly misunderstood, and why meaningful transformation often takes far longer than we expect. We explore the psychology behind sustainable habits, the hidden cost of complaining, the connection between stillness and fulfillment, why discomfort is essential for growth, and how to stop forcing change and start allowing it. This episode offers a grounded and practical roadmap for anyone feeling stuck, burned out, overwhelmed, or frustrated with their progress in life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Why most self-improvement advice fails long term The "Tortoise Approach" to sustainable transformation How discipline is really about honesty with yourself Why meaningful change takes longer than 30 or 90 days How complaining quietly sabotages growth and abundance Why discomfort creates presence and resilience The surprising relationship between stillness and fulfillment How to stop forcing outcomes and start allowing change Why success alone will never create fulfillment The mindset shift that helps you move through adversity Follow Light @lightwatkins Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Why discipline can block transformation 01:12 – Redefining discipline through honesty 05:06 – The "Tortoise Approach" to change 07:22 – Why meaningful transformation takes a year 09:10 – Change is an ultramarathon, not a sprint 11:21 – Practical ways to build sustainable habits 13:37 – Why quick wins matter psychologically 14:06 – The difference between change and meaningful change 17:06 – Brutal honesty & admitting you don't know what you're doing 18:42 – Social media's dangerous speed obsession 20:22 – Expectations, body image & sustainable fitness 23:49 – Allowing vs forcing transformation 24:17 – Why discomfort is necessary for growth 26:25 – Complaining as a hidden self-sabotage mechanism 29:22 – How complaining lowers energy & opportunity 32:14 – Identity, hustle culture & scarcity mindset 36:54 – Why success doesn't create fulfillment 42:13 – Stillness as the foundation of fulfillment 43:49 – If you can't sit with yourself, who will? 45:17 – Gratitude & anchoring into the present moment 47:44 – Balancing stillness with modern responsibilities 50:49 – Why you can't force others to grow 52:12 – Relationships, growth & creating separation 54:04 – Compassion, judgment & self-awareness 56:18 – "Figure out a way" through adversity 57:17 – The role of breaking points in transformation 01:00:14 – Ancient wisdom & modern human problems 01:02:20 – Why transformation often happens alone 01:05:45 – Making discomfort your ally 01:06:45 – What people really want isn't change—it's presence 01:09:10 – Light's one-year cold shower challenge 01:12:35 – The cost of waiting until tomorrow 01:17:02 – What "Ever Forward" means to Light Watkins ----- Episode resources: FREE 30-day Audible trial (get Light's audiobook for free!) Get Light's new book The Year You Transform Watch and subscribe on YouTube Light's first appearance in episode 736: The Six Principles for Finding Meaning and Fulfillment in Life Save 20% on AX3 astaxanthin with code EVERFORWARD Save 15% on State & Liberty with code EVERFORWARD Save 20% on Caldera + Lab with code EVERFORWARD

    1h 19m
  5. Tesla's Ex-President Shares the 5 Steps to 10x Your Goals with Jon McNeill

    MAY 11

    Tesla's Ex-President Shares the 5 Steps to 10x Your Goals with Jon McNeill

    This episode is brought to you by Audible, WHOOP and Strong Coffee Company.  What really created Tesla's explosive growth? Was it Elon Musk, innovation, timing… or was there actually a repeatable formula behind it all? In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, former Tesla President Jon McNeill breaks down the exact framework used to scale Tesla from $1.8 billion to nearly $20 billion in revenue in just 30 months. Drawing from his new book, The Algorithm, Jon explains how companies like Tesla, SpaceX, Lululemon, and others use systems thinking, customer obsession, speed, curiosity, and innovation to create hypergrowth. But this conversation goes far beyond business. Chase and Jon explore how the same principles can be applied to your personal life, fitness, mindset, relationships, habits, and purpose. They discuss the danger of comfort and convenience, why most startups fail even with funding, how to build a mission-driven life, and the hidden cost of scaling too fast. Jon also shares behind-the-scenes stories from Tesla, lessons from working alongside Elon Musk, the importance of values and intentionality, and why curiosity may be the greatest superpower for growth. If you want to learn how to think bigger, move faster, simplify your life, and build something meaningful — this episode is for you ----- 00:00 — Tesla's Hypergrowth Story Begins 00:02 — The Mobile Service Breakthrough 00:12 — Tesla's Parking Lot "Triage" System 00:26 — The Algorithm Explained in 30 Seconds 00:43 — How Tesla Reduced Car Buying From 64 Clicks to 13 01:01 — Intro & Audible Sponsor 01:58 — How Tesla Scaled From $1.8B to $20B in 30 Months 02:35 — Is Hypergrowth Just Controlled Chaos? 03:14 — Growth vs Innovation: Which Comes First? 04:20 — "Creative Dissatisfaction" Inside Tesla 04:42 — Why "Done Is Better Than Perfect" 05:46 — How Tesla Used Customer Feedback Loops 07:23 — The Service Problem That Nearly Broke Tesla 08:53 — Creating Tesla's Mobile Service Model 10:12 — Why Convenience Changes Everything 12:08 — Step 1 of The Algorithm: Question Assumptions 14:03 — Consumer Friction & Asking Better Questions 16:14 — Why Tesla Put Stores Next to Apple & Lululemon 17:04 — Elon Musk's "Domino's Pizza" Car Buying Challenge 18:06 — Eliminating Unnecessary Loan Paperwork 19:20 — How Tesla Made Buying a Car Feel Like Ordering Pizza 20:18 — Convenience vs Character 21:36 — Fitness, Discipline & GLP-1s 23:01 — The Power of Intentionality 24:08 — Building Systems That Scale 25:38 — Learning From Hospitals & Emergency Rooms 27:20 — Curiosity as a Superpower 27:58 — Breaking Down The Algorithm Step-by-Step 29:12 — Why Speed & Quality Must Work Together 30:00 — Lessons From Olympic Cross-Country Skiers 31:20 — Using Speed to Expose Weaknesses 32:03 — How Toyota Forced Tesla to Improve Faster 32:43 — Turning Customers Into Tesla Evangelists 35:19 — Why Tesla Owners Became Obsessed With the Brand 37:14 — Strong Coffee Sponsor Break 37:27 — Knowing When to Pivot vs Keep Pushing 39:12 — Why "Good Enough" Is Dangerous 39:33 — Steve Jobs & The Simplicity Principle 42:04 — How Lululemon Cut Production From 1 Year to 8 Weeks 45:39 — Elon Musk's 10X Thinking 47:02 — Finding People Who Challenge You 49:33 — The Importance of Shared Values 51:26 — Tesla's Core Value: Customer Obsession 52:32 — Values vs Goals 52:51 — Productive Pressure vs Destructive Stress 54:46 — When Hypergrowth Becomes Dangerous 56:11 — Jon McNeill's Daily Habits & Routines 58:02 — How Family & Values Shape Success 59:13 — Why Company Values Matter 01:01:35 — What Surprised Jon While Writing The Book 01:03:38 — Why Tesla Almost Failed 01:04:42 — The #1 Trait of Successful People 01:05:50 — Why Most Startups Die 01:06:19 — How to Scale Your Life Like a Company 01:07:00 — The Moral Responsibility of Growth 01:07:22 — What "Ever Forward" Means to Jon McNeill 01:08:36 — Where to Find Jon & The Algorithm Book ----- Episode resources: Get Jon's new book The Algorithm Get his audiobook for FREE with your 30-day trial of Audible at https://www.AudibleTrial.com/everforward  Track your sleep, training, recovery and so much more with the WHOOP physical activity tracker  Save 15% on my favorite at-home coffee with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com/chase  Watch and subscribe on YouTube

    1h 9m
  6. How Your City is Making You Lonely, Keeping You Sick and the Future of Wellness Communities with Tony Cho

    MAY 4

    How Your City is Making You Lonely, Keeping You Sick and the Future of Wellness Communities with Tony Cho

    This episode is brought to you by Timeline and Caldera Lab. Modern cities may be quietly damaging our mental health, relationships, and overall well-being—and most people don't even realize it. Tony Cho breaks down how urban design, capitalism, and disconnection from nature have created a loneliness epidemic, rising depression, and a life that works against human biology. From the loss of community and "third spaces" to the dangers of car-centric living and profit-driven development, Tony challenges everything we think we know about success, environment, and happiness—while offering a powerful vision for regenerative living, healthier cities, and a more connected future. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN Why loneliness is actually a design problem—not a personal failure How modern cities are engineered for profit, not human well-being The real reason behind rising anxiety, depression, and disconnection How environment shapes behavior more than discipline or willpower What "regenerative living" means—and how it could reshape the future Why the American Dream may actually be making us miserable Simple ways to change your environment to improve your life immediately Follow Tony @_tonycho_ Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:02 – Tony Cho Introduction & Regenerative Thinking 00:01:23 – Is Loneliness a Design Problem? 00:02:29 – Cities Optimized for Profit, Not People 00:03:19 – Capitalism, Cars & Disconnection 00:04:07 – The Death of "Third Spaces" & Community 00:05:26 – Why Environment Shapes Your Life 00:06:18 – Loneliness, Mental Health & Longevity 00:07:43 – Biophilic Design & The Irony of Modern Development 00:09:18 – Purpose, Meaning & Connection to Place 00:10:07 – Can Capitalism & Humanity Coexist? 00:12:11 – The "American Dream" vs The "American Nightmare" 00:14:59 – Real-World Example: Jacksonville विकास 00:17:11 – Gentrification & Losing Community Culture 00:18:13 – Is There a Better Way to Develop Cities? 00:20:19 – Regenerative Finance & Supporting Small Business 00:22:19 – What Makes a City Thrive or Fail 00:24:31 – Walkable Cities & European Influence 00:26:14 – What Makes a Place Feel Alive 00:27:18 – Why Diversity Creates Resilience 00:28:48 – "We Paved Over Paradise" 00:32:12 – The Economics of City Development 00:33:55 – Design That Impacts How You Feel 00:37:08 – Winning Over Communities & Co-Design 00:40:22 – Profit + Purpose: Can You Have Both? 00:41:36 – Public vs Private Sector Collaboration 00:43:17 – Infrastructure That Changes Lives 00:45:26 – Smart Homes, Health & Future Living 00:48:23 – The Future of Wealth, AI & Society 00:50:13 – Utopia vs Dystopia: What Future Are We Building? 00:52:02 – Why the U.S. Is Falling Behind 00:55:56 – Learning from History & Indigenous Wisdom 00:57:04 – "What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be?" 00:58:04 – Tony's Childhood: Growing Up in a Commune 01:00:51 – Loss, Death & Perspective on Life 01:03:48 – What "Ever Forward" Means 01:06:43 – Letting Go, Trust & Living Fully 01:07:19 – Regeneration Starts Within 01:09:09 – Where to Find Tony & Final Thoughts ----- Episode resources: Get MitoPure for as little as $59/month at https://www.Timeline.com/everforward Save 20% on my favorite men's skincare with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube

    1h 10m
  7. The Shocking Connection Between Gut Health and Menopause with Cynthia Thurlow

    APR 30 ·  BONUS

    The Shocking Connection Between Gut Health and Menopause with Cynthia Thurlow

    This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Audible, and Strong Coffee Company. Most women are told their fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and poor sleep in midlife are just "normal aging"—but this episode exposes the real root cause: a breakdown in the gut-hormone connection driven by declining estrogen, chronic stress, and a disrupted microbiome. Cynthia Thurlow reveals how these hidden internal shifts create inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and hormonal chaos—and why traditional approaches often fail to fix it. More importantly, she explains how to reverse the trajectory by addressing the true drivers: gut health, sleep quality, and stress resilience. If you've been doing "all the right things" and still feel off, this conversation reframes the problem—and gives you a path forward rooted in biology, not guesswork. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause directly alter the gut microbiome, increasing inflammation and impacting metabolism Why sleep is the #1 foundational habit for improving hormones, gut health, and overall energy in midlife The surprising role of chronic stress, trauma, and even toxic relationships in damaging gut health and accelerating aging How simple nutrition shifts—like increasing fiber and supporting detox pathways—can rapidly improve your microbiome Why "surrendering" your old health strategies is essential to thriving in this new phase of life Follow Cynthia @cynthia_thurlow_ Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Intro & Why the Microbiome Matters 00:02 – The "Virtual Organ" Explained (40 Trillion Microbes) 00:05 – Why Gut Health Is Overlooked in Women's Health 00:06 – Hormones, Neurotransmitters & Whole-Body Impact 00:12 – Why the Microbiome Is Key to Longevity 00:13 – Gut Changes During Perimenopause & Menopause 00:16 – Immune System Aging, Inflammation & Autoimmunity 00:18 – Leaky Gut, Nutrient Absorption & Food Sensitivities 00:20 – Real-Life Symptoms: Fatigue, Brain Fog & Bloating 00:21 – The Hidden Impact of Stress & Trauma on the Gut 00:26 – The Estrobolome: Estrogen & Gut Detox Explained 00:30 – Common Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance 00:33 – Where Women Should Start (The Roadmap) 00:40 – Why Sleep Is the First Thing to Fix 00:44 – The Power of Mindset & "Surrender" 00:49 – Can You Repair Your Microbiome? 00:50 – Fiber: The Most Underrated Health Tool 00:53 – Best Foods for Gut Health 00:54 – Sleep, Hormones & the Microbiome Connection 01:00 – Digestive Rest vs Fasting 01:03 – The #1 Sleep Habit That Improves Everything 01:05 – Alcohol, Food Timing & Sleep Disruption 01:06 – Stress, Hormones & Nervous System Overload 01:08 – Rethinking Exercise in Midlife 01:10 – Why Walking Is So Powerful 01:12 – Most Surprising Research: Trauma & Aging 01:16 – Generational Health & Epigenetics 01:17 – What "Ever Forward" Means ----- Episode resources: Save 15% on coffee with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com/chase  Save an extra 15% on C15:0 essential fatty acid with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Get a FREE trial month of my favorite audio book platform at https://www.AudibleTrial.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get her new book The Menopause Gut

    1h 19m
  8. You've Been Pooping All Wrong (and the simple way to fix it) with Trisha Pasricha

    APR 27

    You've Been Pooping All Wrong (and the simple way to fix it) with Trisha Pasricha

    This episode is brought to you by Ancient + Brave and Fatty15. In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha, MD breaks down the truth about gut health, digestion, and what your bowel movements actually reveal about your overall wellness. From debunking detox culture and colon cleanses to redefining what "normal" poop really means, this conversation dives into bloating, constipation, fiber intake, stress, and the powerful gut-brain connection. You'll learn how to optimize digestion naturally, identify warning signs in your stool, and build sustainable habits for long-term gut health—without relying on trendy supplements or quick fixes Follow Trisha @trishapasrichamd Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 — The Gut Health Conversation No One Is Having 01:12 — Is Everyone Getting Gut Health Wrong? 02:40 — Detox Culture Is a Myth 05:47 — What Is a "Normal" Poop? 07:12 — How Often Should You Really Go? 08:47 — Fiber, Stool Consistency & Frequency 11:33 — The Myth of the "Perfect" Poop 13:16 — Why You Feel the Urge After Coffee or Meals 14:19 — Best Time of Day to Poop 16:08 — Why Coffee Makes You Poop 18:44 — Poop Variability Explained 20:03 — Stress, Anxiety & Gut Health 21:25 — When to Be Concerned About Changes 22:52 — Can You Train Yourself to Poop on Schedule? 30:42 — Colon Cleanses & Gut Health Myths 32:17 — What Really Causes Bloating 34:24 — How to Fix Bloating Naturally 38:42 — What Your Poop Says About Your Health 43:06 — Should You Test Your Microbiome? 47:34 — Fecal Transplants: Science vs Hype 54:36 — Wiping, Bidets & Hygiene Truths 59:00 — The "Perfect Poop" Explained 01:01:16 — Is Holding It Bad For You? 01:02:15 — Best Position to Poop 01:05:37 — Fiber vs Laxatives 01:08:46 — Best & Worst Foods for Gut Health 01:10:29 — Is Leaky Gut Real? 01:11:12 — Final Takeaway: Gut Health = Brain Health ----- Episode resources: 20% off True Biome and True Creatine with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.AncientAndBrave.com 15% off C15:0 essential fatty acid with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get Dr. Pasricha's new book on Amazon and get the audiobook for FREE with your 30-day trial of Audible

    1h 13m
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Hi, I'm Chase Chewning (@chase_chewning on Instagram) and this is the podcast that is devoted to help you build a life that propels you forward - EVER FORWARD. Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness, personal development, entrepreneurship, celebrities and entertainers, creatives, military and so much more. I am a US Army veteran, ACE Certified Health Coach, and I hold a BS in Exercise Science and MS in Health Promotion and currently live in Los Angeles, CA.

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