Vinnie Tortorich

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Angriest Trainer 147: Lonnie Beauchamp and the American DumbAss Association

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun212013

Vinnie and Anna talk to Lonnie Beauchamp and his journey through type 2 diabetes.  Also discussed:  the difference between a nutritionist and a dietician, why we need to eat at all if we’re fat adapted, and how a quick walk or run around the block lowers blood sugar.

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This episode features an interview with Lonnie Beauchamp, who discusses diabetes and the ADA. They go over the diet guidelines prescribed by the association. Later, Vinnie and Anna give shout-outs to superfans. In the question and answer section, Vinnie talks about the body running on stored fat.

Angriest Trainer 146: The Al Tarquinio Interview

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun192013

Vinnie and Anna talk to Al Tarquinio about thyroid cancer, giving up the carbs, defining moments, and the movie Fatso.

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In a very special Father’s Day show, Vinnie and Anna welcome Al Tarquinio to the podcast. The interview covers everything from family life to diet. Al also tells his story about his cancer diagnosis.

Angriest Trainer 145: CF Industries, How Often to Exercise, The Best Plant Fats

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun162013

Vinnie and Anna discuss the tragedy at CF Industries in Donaldsonville, how often we should exercise, and what are the best plant fats to eat.

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Starting this episode, Vinnie tells Anna about interesting aspects of his hometown. For example, he talks about the Dick Nixons, the quirky band from Donaldsonville. You can see some of their finest work in the video above. Vinnie then talks about the deadly blast that occurred at CF Industries. Later, Anna and Vinnie answer the question, “How often should I exercise?” They conclude the show focusing on plant fat sources.

Angriest Trainer 144: Monsanto, Salt Supplementation, and Obesity Surgery

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun142013

Vinnie and Anna discuss more of Monsanto’s BS business practices, how to supplement your salt/electrolyte intake, more risks of obesity surgery, and some weightlifting Q & A.

RIP Harvey Korman, Deacon Jones, and Jean Stapleton.

Colbert Report Monsanto Vid Here.

Monsanto Concedes to Europe.

Monsanto poisons Anniston, Alabama.

Bacteria article.

All In The Family Theme Song:

Harvey Korman Tim Conway Dentist Sketch from the Carol Burnett Show:

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Vinnie talks about the private consultations he’s been working out. Anna and Vinnie also give a round of shout-outs to superfans. Later, they delve into articles concerning Monsanto. That leads to an impromptu history lesson on Vietnam. They then get into a discussion about salt intake. Vinnie and Anna also reminisce about celebrities who have recently passed. Late in the episode, they talk about obesity surgeries, and weightlifting.

Angriest Trainer 142: Jimmy Moore Sets The Record Straight

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun092013

Vinnie and Anna talk to Jimmy Moore about his interview with Dr. McDougall.  Check out Jimmy’s fantastic podcast, Livin La Vida Low Carb.

Fat Slow Triathlete blog by Superfan John Harris.

Superfan Krystal Wright does her own Prancercise video:

Prancerise (Enhanced) from kwright18 on Vimeo.

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Vinnie and Anna kick off this podcast by mentioning the new design of vinnietortorich.com. They also give shout-outs to a few of the newest superfans. Later, Jimmy Moore of the Livin’ La Vida Low Carb podcast comes on for an interview.

Angriest Trainer 141: Prancercise, Bad Trainers, and the Splenda-Diabetes Study

by Vinnie Tortorich

Jun072013

Vinnie and Anna discuss the glory that is Prancercise, how to spot bad trainers at the gym, and the new study released that proves Splenda raises your blood sugar.

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Vinnie and Anna kick of this episode talking about the recent web site updates. Early on, Vinnie goes back to his days working on the set of Baywatch. Later in the show, they get into the insanity that is Prancercise (video, unfortunately, above). Vinnie then talks about the bad advice he’s overheard from some trainers. After that, Vinnie and Anna discuss an article about Splenda and blood sugar.