Vinnie Tortorich

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Redefining A Plateau – Episode 2517

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2517 – On this Monday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss redefining a plateau, how there is always movement, accountability, and more.

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Redefining A Plateau

  • Vinnie has been adding exercise videos to the VIP group. (4:30)
  • Vinnie doesn’t believe in “the plateau” because you are always moving, either forward or backwards. (9:30)
  • We are always learning something; we as humans are never truly stagnant.
  • Vinnie went to his own VIP group to motivate others, because he wanted to get moving even after going through chemo.
  • They discuss what they hear from listeners concerning being in a “plateau.” (23:00)
  • According to some studies, Americans gain the most weight in the latter half of the year.
    • There are so many holidays that are centered around food and candy. (24:30)
  • Vinnie recounts a conversation he had with Adam Carolla about Adam’s “plateau.” (26:30)
    • Actions have a direct result; acknowledge what is truly going on. (30:30)
  • The VIP group was, in part, started because of various people Vinnie has taken a personal interest in (35:00)
    • All of them were having trouble, but are back on track.

Accountability Is Your Friend

  • Anna loves to read things that push her beliefs beyond what she thinks is possible. (39:00)
    • Sometimes it takes a daily check-in with yourself to keep your choices conscious.
  • With NSNG® you don’t have to track any food to be successful; however, some people may need to keep themselves accountable.
  • They compare it to keeping track of your bank account. (41:00)
    • You have to be aware and not be careless with your money.
  • Vinnie even consults with others in various aspects of his life to excel. (46:00)
  • Anna is shopping for TRX equipment and they go through some available options. (53:00)
    • Vinnie believes the off-brands can be as good as TRX brand.
  • annavocino.substack.com is her blogging platform. The platform allows her to post a larger variety of content and gives access to new recipes not available elsewhere.

All Things NSNG®

  • Vinnie is still having issues with Amazon making “Dirty Keto” available.
    • At the time of this recording, Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” was supposed to be released; however, it has hit a delay.
    • You can go to Vinnie’s website and enter your email to get notified when it is up on Amazon. When it comes out, make sure you watch and rate it. https://vinnietortorich.com/dirtyketo/

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Call Him Mr. Lagniappe – Episode 2511

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2511 – On this Monday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the VIP Group and why you can call him “Mr. Lagniappe,” collagen, meat recipes, and more.

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Call Him Mr. Lagniappe

  • Having a “type”, mental health, and a little more. (2:00)
  • The VIP Group is open until today, Monday 7/8 at MIDNIGHT. (8:00)
    • There is new content being added, including exercise videos.
    • And of course, the two LIVE group consults with Vinnie, twice a month.
    • The plan is to have an item (like a hat) available exclusively to VIP Members.
  • Broth, collagen peptides, and gelatin—what is different or better about collagen peptides or gelatin powder? (18:30)
    • Marine collagen vs. Bovine collagen: What’s the difference?
    • Collagen is good for skin, hair, and nails, but it can be great for joint health; however, it takes time.
    • It’s not a miracle, but it can help.
  • Real weight loss will occur slowly for most people and depends on what else you have going on in your body. (27:00)
    • Reminder: a few days or weeks without weight loss is NOT a “plateau” or “stall”.
    • Getting your mind out of the “diet mentality” is important!
  • Vinnie is still having issues with Amazon making “Dirty Keto” available. (31:30)
    • At the time of this recording, Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” was supposed to be released; however, it has hit a delay.
    • You can go to Vinnie’s website and enter your email to get notified when it is up on Amazon. When it comes out, make sure you watch and rate it. https://vinnietortorich.com/dirtyketo/

It’s What’s For Dinner

  • They go through a list of meat dishes that you can find in Anna’s cookbooks. (34:30)
  • Anna’s got a promo going on. (42:20)
  • Anna gives some great suggestions on how to cook meats.
  • Eat Happy Italian, Anna’s next cookbook, is available for pre-order! 
  • Anna’s beef recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! (41:00)https://annavocino.substack.com/
  • Eat Happy Kitchen has a promo going on through July 31, 2024.

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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Practice What You Preach with Scott King – Episode 2507

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Episode 2507 – On this Friday’s show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Scott King to discuss how to practice what you preach, training for triathlons, and more.

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Practice What You Preach

  • Some people in the health and fitness space do not appear to practice what they preach. (4:00)
  • Scott recounts his story of the revelation he received that he had to take control of his health. (7:30)
    • He was approximately 600 pounds, had bariatric surgery, but was gaining back weight.
    • A harrowing episode with his young daughter’s safety shook him into action.
    • He heard Vinnie on Adam & Dr Drew and started researching.
  • Vinnie shares some realities of being on chemo. (13:00)
    • He has started posting workout videos in his NSNG® VIP group, because he is starting from square one, too.
  • Scott reveals what it’s like to get gastric bypass surgery. (17:30)
  • Even after being NSNG® for a while and having success, Scott’s weight started creeping up because he was having energy drinks. (19:00)
    • Getting rid of energy drinks allowed him to drop 60 more pounds!
  • Scott is preparing for his first Ironman event in 2025–after being almost 600 pounds! Badass! (24:30)
    • He summarizes what the race entails.
    • At his previous size, Scott could never walk more than 15 minutes at a time; now he is training for an Ironman. (29:00)
  • There is a definite prejudice against morbidly obese people; Vinnie understands that it is a hormonal issue and that the struggle is real. (32:00)
    • Just day-to-day is difficult.
    • Vinnie has been giving out information for free for years!

Questions for Vinnie

  • Cardiac drift happens; Vinnie shares how you can improve it. (35:00)
  • Vinnie shares some history about triathlon training. (40:00)
  • He asks what kinds of cross-training he should do. (47:00)
  • Rest is almost as important as training. (55:00)
  • Scott co-hosts a podcast with NSNG® friend Robyn Dobbins, and they share the low-carb success stories of other folks. (57:00)
  • Vinnie is planning another hike up Mt. Whitney this summer. (58:00)
  • There’s a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use: enter VINNIE and get 15% off! (25:00)
    • The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon.
  • Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” is out soon! Go to this link to get it at https://vinnietortorich.com/dirtyketo/!
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PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

  • The documentary launched on January 11!
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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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The Sooner the Better – Episode 2505

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2505 – On this Monday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss dealing with Amazon, tendonitis, weight creep, getting off stevia, the sooner the better, and more.

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The Sooner the Better

  • Vinnie is still trying to discover why Amazon is sitting on his documentary “Dirty Keto” and not making it available yet. (3:00)
    • He is only telling the truth, so why the delay?
  • He’s realizing how much of an effect chemo has had on him. (13:00)
    • But he knows how lucky he is compared to others who he sees struggling with cancer.
    • He hopes to make it out to California later this year.
  • Vinnie addresses a question regarding lifting weights and tendon strain. (22:00)
    • Even healthy people can have tendon strain as they age.
    • Just take a little more rest before your next workout.
    • Taking TRT isn’t necessarily beneficial in the long run.
      • It has been what he has noticed with clients and people in consultations.
  • A food question about weight creep and getting back on the wagon with NSNG®. (28:30)
    • Often it’s non-NSNG® foods sneaking back in, or overconsumption of things like dairy or nuts.
    • Other culprits are flavored “zero sugar” beverages, and seed oils.
  • Wine is a big culprit for many people. (35:00)
    • A lot of American wines have added sugar.
    • Alcohol isn’t great for you anyway and will hinder your weight loss goals.
  • Is stevia really that awful?. (42:00)
    • There are benefits to getting away from it, the sooner the better. 
  • At the time of this recording, Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” was supposed to be released; however, it has hit a delay.
  • You can go to Vinnie’s website and enter your email to get notified when it is up on Amazon. When it comes out, make sure you watch and rate it.
  • There’s a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! (53:00)
    • The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon.
  • Anna’s upcoming Eat Happy Italian book is on the way.
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The Incredible Shrinking Man with Peter Pardini – Episode 2504

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2504 – On this Friday’s show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Peter Pardini and they discuss making documentaries, how Peter has become “The Incredible Shrinking Man,” and more.

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The Incredible Shrinking Man

  • Peter talks about his history and new projects; one is a documentary about the comedy scene in Austin. (3:00)
    • They chat about comedy shows of the past and the schtick behind each.
    • Comedy is challenging; they talk about various famous comedians and how they work.
  • They talk about releasing a documentary and dealing with Amazon. (21:00)
  •  “The Incredible Shrinking Man” is Vinnie’s name for Peter’s health journey. (30:30)
    • He eats a mostly carnivore diet with occasional vegetables.
    • Occasional intermittent fasting has helped.
    • He has noticed a huge difference in his energy.
  • They talk about water weight and exercise. (42:00)
    • Sometimes added water weight is an indication of inflammation.
  • Fat shaming is bad, but there is a concerning level of what has become considered acceptable as “healthy.” (52:00)
  • Social media, video games, etc., have caused people to forget about the real consequences of indulging. (56:00)
    • Things are glamorized when maybe they shouldn’t be.
    • But there is an increase of people trying things like the carnivore diet, and seeing positive results.
  • Pay attention to what Peter is doing—some interesting projects are coming out!
  • There’s a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use: enter VINNIE and get 15% off! (25:00)
    • The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon.
  • Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” is out soon! Go to this link to get it at https://vinnietortorich.com/dirtyketo/!
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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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Desperate Measures – Episode 2500

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2500 – On this Wednesday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss desperate measures of surgery, being metabolically broken, and more.

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Desperate Measures

  • Endoscopic ablation operation targeting ghrelin; it took the patient six months to lose 20 lbs. (3:20)
    • The procedure targets burning receptors in the gut lining.
    • Is it a good thing to control leptin and ghrelin through surgery?
    • Isn’t it better to just change what you’re eating?
    • Vinnie reviews what “metabolically broken” means, and how leptin and ghrelin signaling works.
  • Gina hadn’t eaten red meat in 25 years. (24:00)
    • Now she craves meat all the time.
    • Finding great deals on meat is possible—you don’t have to be rich to make it work.
  • Vinnie shares some great food his brother Mark has made. (27:00)
    • You can stick to local items, keeping costs down.
  • They have some fun talking about singer Donovan. (36:00)
  • Look for Vinnie’s “Dirty Keto” documentary on Amazon; it should be available soon!
  • Don’t forget about the NSNG® Foods promo code! Use promo code VINNIE at the checkout and get 15% off.
    • The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT Amazon.
  • Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com.
    • Go check out her socials!

Check out Gina’s book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube.

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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