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Are TV Doctors Killing Us?

I don’t watch a lot of television. As a matter of fact, I don’t have cable, or dish, or even rabbit ears.

Don’t get me wrong, we do have a big screen in the bedroom, but the only thing I have is Apple TV. The only time I use it is to watch a movie or a really good series, like Breaking Bad.

By the way, if you haven’t seen it yet, I’m jealous of you because you get to see it from the beginning and take the whole ride.

The only time I get to see what’s really happening in the world (beside using my computer) is when fans send me videos via Twitter or other social media.

Fruity Diet Advice

I saw one by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a neurosurgeon who was once considered to become the next Surgeon General. I figured I’d give it look. [Read more…] about Are TV Doctors Killing Us?

Angriest Trainer 186: Nancy Wolfson Part Deux

by Vinnie Tortorich

Nancy Wolfson comes back into the studio to talk more NSNG ins and outs with Vinnie and Anna.

Check out Nancy’s coaching business Brain Tracks Audio here.

Follow Nancy on Twitter here.

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Nancy Wolfson joins Vinnie and Anna for this episode. Initially, they talk about the perils of fast food places seemingly everywhere. Later, Vinnie shares his observations from a recent high school football game he attended.

Angriest Trainer 185: The Vegan Episode!!!

by Vinnie Tortorich

Vinnie, Anna, Elizabeth and Dean Lorey talk to Super Fan BJ Tucker and Super Fan Elisa Johnson about what it means to be Vegan.

Check out Elisa’s blog here: Freeheel Vegan. In honor of being on the show, Elisa did 100 Sadaatjoo pushups!

Patrick Baboumian:

Patrik Baboumian im neuen PETA-Spot / © PETA

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This podcast kicks into gear with some push-ups. Elizabeth and Dean Lorey join the show. Dean dishes about his new show, and the food available on the set. Later, they welcome superfan B.J. Tucker to the show. He offers insight on his vegan lifestyle. Elisa Johnson also joins the show to talk about her perspective on the vegan life and ethics.

Angriest Trainer 180: The Nancy Wolfson Interview

by Vinnie Tortorich

Nancy Wolfson

Vinnie and Anna talk to the lovely Dietitian Cassie and very special in-studio guest Nancy Wolfson of Brain Tracks Audio.

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This show kicks off with Vinnie and Anna chatting about recipe ideas. Dietitian Cassie returns to the podcast to discuss advice from Oprah’s magazine. That leads to talk of the Dr. Oz and Dr. Phil types. Guest Nancy Wolfson also joins the conversation. Later, Vinnie and Anna get the scoop on Nancy’s story.

Angriest Trainer 179: Rachel Pomerance and Scottie O

by Vinnie Tortorich

Vinnie and Anna talk to US News & World Report writer Rachel Pomerance and this fantastic article she wrote about the Vin man. Then they talk to endurance runner Scottie O, who talks about the Leadville 100 and Sugar Addiction.

Scottie O before NSNG:

Wait for it…after NSNG and the Leadville 100 (with his father Carl):

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Vinnie and Anna lead off this podcast discussing Vinnie’s recent article in U.S. News (linked above). Vinnie talks about the interview and Google Hangout. They also chat with Rachel Pomerance, the writer of the article. The conversation turns to life in schools and bullying. Later, they interview Scottie O.

Angriest Trainer 177: The Joe Friel Interview

by Vinnie Tortorich

Vinnie and Anna talk to “The Man” Joe Friel.

Follow him here on Twitter. Check out his blog here.

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This episode is dedicated to an interview with training expert Joe Friel. They talk about continuing education, and the importance of combing through new research. They break down the details of zone training. Later, Training Peaks is discussed.