Fitness Confidential Podcast

Charlatans and Influencers – Episode 2656

June 11, 2025

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Episode 2656: Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss claims made by charlatans and influencers, analyzing claims against real evidence, and more.

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Listen · Episode 2656Charlatans and InfluencersJun 11, 2025 · 49 min
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Charlatans and Influencers

  • Things haven’t changed much (in society). (2:00)
  • They chat about the controversy between Zola Budd and Mary Decker during the 1984 Olympics. (3:00)
  • Vinnie’s memory for trivia, movie careers, and Jaws. (9:00)
  • Back to health and fitness. (14:00)
    • Vinnie shares some claims by a prominent influencer.
    • The influencer has a product that sounds like nonsense to Vinnie; they give a breakdown.
    • There are claims made about this product that do not make sense.
  • They discuss other water-based products that were trending over the years. (29:00)
  • Many claims are based on extremely small test groups for short periods. (34:00)
  • Creatine is one of the most tested supplements.
  • Be sure to get on the waitlist for the VIP Group–it may be opening back up soon!
  • Follow Vinnie on X @vinnietortorich.

More News

  • If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group is currently closed for registration, but you can get on the wait list –https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/
  • Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. 
  • “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon!

 

 

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