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

Juliet & Kelly Starrett: True Love, Mobility & Why Deadlifts Beat Butt Implants

Are you training for short-term results or for longevity? 

How can we train to not just avoid the hit, but to actually take the hit?

And most importantly, why deadlift when you can just get butt implants?

Today, I'm honored to be here with some of my heroes, Juliet and Kelly Starrett are co-founders of the…

Are you training for short-term results or for longevity? 

How can we train to not just…

12 May 2023 | 01:00:54


Dr. Izabella Wentz: Wired and Tired? Here’s How to Heal Your Adrenals

If you're not feeling and performing at your best, how do you identify exactly what's out of whack? 

When you're suffering from fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, depression, weight gain or disrupted sleep, tracking down the root cause can be nearly impossible on your own. 

And while the heavy-handed pharmaceutical approach can be useful…

If you're not feeling and performing at your best, how do you identify exactly what's out of…

28 April 2023 | 01:00:42


Matthew James Bailey: How Artificial Intelligence Can Benefit the Human Species

Advancements in artificial intelligence are rapidly changing the nature of human experience.

So why is it important that AI not be bankrupt of ethics?

What are the uniquely human qualities and characteristics we should carry with us into the future?

And could popping a chip into our brain result in an immediate and…

Advancements in artificial intelligence are rapidly changing the nature of human experience.

14 April 2023 | 01:00:16


Dr. Terry Wahls: Reversing Degenerative Disease with the Power of Real Food

Is it possible to regrow part of our brain and nervous system?

We’re here today with a remarkable woman and friend, Dr. Terry Wahls, an award winning Clinical Professor of Medicine, author and living testament to the power of healing your body with real food.

Dr. Wahls has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis,…

Is it possible to regrow part of our brain and nervous system?

We’re here today with a…

31 March 2023 | 00:58:09


Dr. Jeffrey Bland: How To Get the Most Out of Your Genetic Potential

How can we get the most out of our genetic potential?

Breakthroughs in science, research and epigenetics show us that we're not simply stuck with the genes we inherited from our parents.

In fact, it's lifestyle factors like nutrition, movement, mindset and our environment that truly control the way that our genes are expressed.…

How can we get the most out of our genetic potential?

Breakthroughs in science, research…

17 March 2023 | 00:59:27


Anna Vocino: Why Food Labels Lie and How to Say “No” to Robots

You know that feeling when your stomach turns into a bottomless pit?

Even if you read food labels like a hawk, sneaky appetite-stimulating ingredients can be lurking in spices, sauces and other foods without ever being included on the label.

In fact, there are a number of ingredients food manufacturers aren't required to disclose…

You know that feeling when your stomach turns into a bottomless pit?

Even if you read food…

03 March 2023 | 01:02:59


Lee Holden: How To De-Stress and Tap Into The Flow State with Qi Gong

When was the last time you felt anxious, depressed or stressed out?

If you're thinking “Right now! This moment. Today, yesterday, most days,” you're definitely not alone. 

It happens to everyone. You get stressed, you start breathing wrong, and the day gets away from you.

Most of us would agree that we've never seen people,…

When was the last time you felt anxious, depressed or stressed out?

If you're thinking…

17 February 2023 | 00:59:03


Jay Cardiello: What A-List Celebrities Do When They Need To Drop 30 Pounds

I don't know anyone who has made it through the past few years unscathed. But can we really program our nervous systems and brains after trauma?

The answer is unequivocally yes. And the methods we'll be discussing today may surprise you.

Whether you're easing anxiety through a strength training program or reversing PTSD by playing…

I don't know anyone who has made it through the past few years unscathed. But can we really…

03 February 2023 | 01:03:44


How to Handle Hidden MSG, Soda Addiction and Free Meals (Solo Show with Abel)

It's been an interesting few weeks here at Fat-Burning Man headquarters. We're doing a bunch of challenges, we have moved back to Texas and our internet is almost ready to go.

And since it’s a New Year, I'm going to sit down and do this solo episode because we've…

It's been an interesting few weeks here at Fat-Burning Man headquarters. We're doing a bunch of…

20 January 2023 | 00:46:51


Eating Double Bacon Cheeseburgers On The Road (AMA with Alyson & Abel)

If you're looking to shed a few pounds or get back on track, this is the right place to be.

Especially if you like cheeseburgers.

On this very special Ask Me Anything episode, I'm joined by my wonderful and talented wife, Alyson.

If you have a question for me or for Alyson, the best way…

If you're looking to shed a few pounds or get back on track, this is the right place to be.

06 January 2023 | 01:00:08