Episodes 154
Avg. Duration 34m
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Apple Rating 4.7 (494)
Since Feb 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Drs. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky talk about nutrition, medicine, and fitness through the lens of two physicians who lift weights. Both doctors are former NCAA division 1 wrestlers who have gone into medicine. Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is a board certified family physician specialized in obesity medicine and lipidology. Dr. Karl Nadolsky is a board certified endocrinologist also specialized in obesity medicine.

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Retatrutide Phase 3 Results: What the Data Actually Means

Jun 08, 2026 45m

Dr. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky sit down with David W, a nurse practitioner and one of the actual patients enrolled in the Triumph 1 retatrutide phase 3 trial, to break down the data that was just…

GLP-1 Maintenance: What Happens When You Lower Your Dose, Switch Medications, or Stop Entirely

May 25, 2026 39m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Karl break down two brand new randomized controlled trials that put hard numbers on a question they have been navigating clinically for years: what actually happens to…

Are GLP-1 Medicines Shredding Your Bones? Here Is What the Actual Evidence Says With Dr. Susan Brian

May 18, 2026 31m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Karl sit down with Dr. Susan Brian, a Yale-trained endocrinologist, certified menopause provider, and medical director of a clinic with seven endocrinologists who runs an…

Heavy Metal Toxicity: Separating Real Risks From Influencer Scams | Dr. Eryn Russo

May 05, 2026 52m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Karl sit down with Dr. Eryn Russo, a board-certified occupational and environmental medicine physician with nearly 20 years of experience working at Hill Air Force Base,…

GLP-1 Genetics: Predicting Weight Loss and Side Effects With 23andMe's Dr. Adam Auton

Apr 21, 2026 24m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Karl sit down with Dr. Adam Auton, geneticist at 23andMe, to break down a brand new paper using data from over 27,000 people that identified specific genetic variants linked…

Do GLP-1 Medicines Actually Cause Muscle Loss? New Research With Dr. Henning Langer

Apr 14, 2026 36m

5:37 PM         Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Karl sit down with Dr. Henning Langer, PhD researcher at the Charité in Berlin and founder of his own muscle metabolism lab, to break down his newly published…

How Often Should You Really Lift Weights? Feat. Dr. Stuart Phillips

Apr 02, 2026 51m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky and Dr. Karl Nadolsky sit down with Dr. Stuart Phillips, senior author on the newly updated American College of Sports Medicine position stand on resistance training, to break…

Bimagrumab and Semaglutide: The BELIEVE Trial Results With Dr. Steven Heymsfield

Mar 23, 2026 38m

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, Dr. Karl, and chief science officer Dr. Grant Tinsley sit down with Dr. Steven Heymsfield, physician at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center and lead author on the BELIEVE…

Menopause, Muscle, and the Myths | Dr. Alyssa Olenick

Mar 13, 2026 49m

Dr. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky bring on Dr. Alyssa Olenick, exercise physiologist and postdoctoral researcher in menopause and metabolism, to cut through the noise on one of the most misrepresented…

The Truth About Creatine (Doctors Discuss)

Mar 06, 2026 35m

Takeaways: Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that helps regenerate ATP, the energy currency of the cell. Supplementing with creatine can enhance performance in high-intensity exercise but…

Top Sleep Doctor: Stop Taking Melatonin Like This

Feb 23, 2026 48m

Takeaways:The 11-Minute Rule: Why blue light isn't the villain you think it is. The Melatonin Mistake: Why "less is more" (and the exact dosage for success). Trackers vs. Reality: When to throw away…

GLP-1s and Fertility What to Know Before Trying to Conceive

Feb 12, 2026 54m

Get The Lucky Egg Book HereTakeaways:Dr. Lucky Sekhon is a reproductive endocrinologist and author of 'The Lucky Egg'.The pathway to reproductive endocrinology involves extensive training in OB-GYN…

Reclaiming Excellence: A Conversation with Brad Stulberg

Jan 30, 2026 45m

TakeawaysExcellence is not a standard but a process of becoming.Involved engagement means caring deeply about what you do.The pursuit of excellence shapes you into a better person.Consistency is key…

Oral GLP-1 (Wegovy) Is Here: Dosing, Switching, and What to Expect

Jan 20, 2026 25m

Key Episode TakeawaysOral Wegovy is real, but it’s not “just a pill version of the shot.” Absorption rules, dosing schedules, and patient selection matter a lot more than most headlines…

Breaking Down the New Food Pyramid (Great or Confusing)

Jan 12, 2026 29m

Takeaways:Dietary guidelines have evolved since the 1980s.The food pyramid was introduced in 1992 and has influenced public perception.New dietary guidelines emphasize healthy fats but retain some…

Cortisol Myths vs Reality: What Your Adrenals Actually Do

Jan 07, 2026 1h 3m

Takeaways:Cortisol is essential for various bodily functions, especially during stress.Adrenal glands have a circadian rhythm that affects cortisol production.Cushing's syndrome can result from…

GLP-1 Side Effects Deep Dive: Slimmer's Paralysis, Bladder Spasms, & Reactive Hypoglycemia.

Dec 05, 2025 31m

Takeaways:Slimmer's Paralysis is a recognized condition.Ethical boundaries are crucial in patient relationships.Medical professionals must maintain professionalism at all times.Humor can sometimes…

GLP-1s and Breast Milk: What the New Research Actually Found

Nov 19, 2025 34m

Takeaways:Drug transfer during lactation is complex and challenging.Semaglutide was not detected in women taking any dose.Low amounts of tears epitide were found in milk.Tissue damage can affect drug…

How to Build Healthy Routines That Actually Stick

Nov 12, 2025 35m

Takeaways:Behavior change is a complex process that requires understanding motivation and discipline.Motivation is not just a feeling; it's a psychological skill that can be developed.Many common…

The Truth About Testosterone Therapy in Women (with Dr. Susan Davis)

Nov 03, 2025 1h

Testosterone therapy can improve libido in postmenopausal women.Sexual dysfunction in women is complex and multifactorial.Low sexual desire is only considered a disorder if it causes…

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