Abel James Show (aka Fat-Burning Man)

Abel James Show (aka Fat-Burning Man)



Ready to unlock your full potential to perform at your absolute best? Get cutting-edge insights from 500+ world-class thought leaders in health, fitness, longevity, entrepreneurship, music and brain science. A leading voice in health and technology for more than a decade, Abel James helps millions of people train like the masters and get in the best physical, mental, and spiritual shape of their lives. Featuring in-depth interviews with Professional Athletes, #1 Bestselling Authors, Entrepreneurs, Doctors, Touring Musicians, Comedians, Artists, and more, this podcast will dramatically change the way you think so you can achieve mastery in health and performance. Abel James is an OG Podcaster, New York Times Bestselling Author of “The Wild Diet,” and an award-winning Musician. He’s starred as a Celebrity Coach on ABC Television, in documentaries, and has been featured in People, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Fox News, and many other major media platforms and podcasts. The Abel James Show (originally launched in 2012 with the tongue-in-cheek title, The Fat-Burning Man Show) features in-depth interviews with 500+ world-renowned experts including Dr. Mark Hyman, James Clear, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Terry Wahls, Robb Wolf, Dr. Jack Kruse, Nir Eyal, Tony Horton, Dr. Kelly Starrett, Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. John Gray, Tim Ferriss, Lewis Howes, Noah Kagan, Bob Harper, Shawn Stevenson, Tucker Max, Jordan Harbinger, JJ Virgin, Shaun T, JP Sears, and many more. Get ready to explore a wide variety of topics to help you master your mindset and motivation, delving into mental health, circadian biology, mitochondrial health, peak performance optimization, and much more...

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448 Episodes

Bradley Bleasdale: How The Ridiculous Raw Milk Controversy Ruined Our Food Freedom

Did you know that selling raw milk is illegal in 18 U.S. states?

Much of the food our grandparents took for granted is now banned in what we call the land of the free. The argument? That processed food is much healthier and safer.

Thanks, government.

While you may get dizzy checking out the

Did you know that selling raw milk is illegal in 18 U.S. states?

Much of…

07 February 2019 | 01:01:10


Akshay Nanavati: Fearvana, One Trick To Break Any Habit & Why He’s Running Across the World

Be honest now, how many times have you avoided doing something because you were afraid?

Akshay Nanavati is an ultrarunner, former Marine and the author of Fearvana, a book that will change the way you look at fear. You can even count the Dalai Lama among his friends, believe it or not.

Right now, Akshay is…

Be honest now, how many times have you avoided doing something because you were afraid?

31 January 2019 | 00:57:36


How to Avoid Binge Eating, Beat Sugar Cravings & Outsmart Your Smartphone (Ask Me Anything)

Since we just kicked off the Wild30 Challenge, I decided to do an Ask Me Anything and see what questions are at the top of your minds as we head into a brand new year.

Keep in mind, I am no guru. We’re all here to…

Since we just kicked off the

24 January 2019 | 00:59:02


Dr. David Perlmutter: Grain Brain, Keto Diet Mistakes & How to Get Stem Cell Therapy for Free

It really seems like Western medicine is completely devoid of common sense. Why is that?

With a majority of doctors prescribing pills for symptoms instead of treating the underlying imbalances, it's no wonder the world's health is suffering right now.

But today we're here with one of the very best doctors I know, Dr. David…

It really seems like Western medicine is completely devoid of common sense. Why is that?

18 January 2019 | 01:03:13


Dr. Alan Christianson: Metabolism Reset, Liver Health & Why You Can’t Hack a Garden

Can dieting cause you to gain weight, instead of lose it?

It happens sometimes. As the doc says, we seem to be living in a world where each day seems to bring new science that cancels out all past assessments.

So how do we know if we're eating the right foods for our particular body's needs?

Well, returning to the show this…

Can dieting cause you to gain weight, instead of lose it?

It happens sometimes. As the doc…

11 January 2019 | 01:05:34


James Clear: How to Detox from Junk News, Internet Haters & Information Overload

We all know that junk food is bad for us, but what about junk news and social media?

These days, it's getting pretty nasty out there. The nightly news cycle of local crimes, endless stream of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram updates and feeds, celebrity gossip, reality TV shows, trendy clickbait articles. The list goes on…

We all know that junk food is bad for us, but what about junk news and social…

03 January 2019 | 01:05:07


Andrew “Spudfit” Taylor: How to Conquer Food Addiction & What Happens When You Eat Nothing But Potatoes

What would happen if you ate nothing but potatoes for a year?

Believe it or not, today's guest did just that. He's a former junior Australian champion marathon kayaker, and also a high school PE teacher who embarked upon a quest to overcome food addiction, anxiety, and depression by eating only potatoes for an entire…

What would happen if you ate nothing but potatoes for a year?

Believe it or not, today's…

27 December 2018 | 01:07:40


Nora Gedgaudas: Primal Body Primal Mind, EMF Pollution & Living with Wild Wolves

What can living with wild wolves teach us about how to eat and live as humans?

Well today, believe it or not, we're here with a remarkable woman who actually lived amongst wild wolves in the Arctic Circle.

This is a throwback episode of the Fat-Burning Man show from 2012. But just because it’s not new, doesn’t mean it’s no…

What can living with wild wolves teach us about how to eat and live as humans?

Well today,…

21 December 2018 | 00:59:46


Max Lugavere: How Fasting Affects Brain Health & The Dangers of Air Pollution

When was the last time you checked how safe your air is?

With all of the wild fires, increases in industrial pollution, increases in population—not just in the U.S. but around the world—more than half of us are breathing dirty, polluted air, especially if you're living anywhere close to an urban area, or an industrial…

When was the last time you checked how safe your air is?

With all of the…

14 December 2018 | 00:57:30


Livestream Q&A: How To Burn Fat During the Holidays, Sleep Well & Accidentally Write a Book

Since we're in the middle of the holidays, I decided to fire up a live streaming session and do a surprise Ask Me Anything.

You're about to hear my take on beer, wine and alcohol (especially during the holidays), overeating issues, what to do when you see all the sweets at parties this time of year, how to accidentally write a book,…

Since we're in the middle of the holidays, I decided to fire up a live streaming session and do a…

06 December 2018 | 01:21:55