In this episode, I had the privilege of talking with Senator Ron Johnson. We discussed his recent Senate roundtable on American health and nutrition that he invited me to speak at recently, RFK Jr. and the likelihood of his cabinet appointment, institutional corruption, and more.

We spoke at some length about the revolving door in Washington and how it effectively hands control of regulatory agencies over to pharma and big agriculture. We also explored the critical role of education and public awareness and our new age of podcast politics in waking people up to corruption in government.

Senator Johnson also shared insights into how mainstream media and political institutions shape public perception–including the smear campaign currently going on against RFK Jr. We spoke about the surprising shift of the country away from the radical left toward populism and the center, and the path toward rebuilding trust in our government. Enjoy!

Ron Johnson was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010 after running a successful manufacturing business in Oshkosh, Wisconsin for thirty years. From 2015-2021, he was Chairman of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and remains a member of it. He currently serves as Ranking Member (soon-to-be chairman) of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations and is also a member of the Budget and Finance committees.

Senator Johnson has been a staunch advocate for the vaccine injured, stating that injuries are “real, serious, and not all that rare.” In 2022, he ran for reelection for a third time so that he could continue investigating the corruption surrounding our federal health agencies and Big Pharma and how they have harmed Americans’ health.

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00:00 - Introduction

02:13 - Health Roundtable Discussion

05:06 - Early COVID Skepticism

08:22 - Early Treatments

12:20 - Vaccine Injuries and Media Coverage

15:30 - RFK Jr. and Anti-Corruption

19:54 - Chronic Illness and Skepticism

22:30 - FDA and Medical Interventions

24:18 - Revolving Door in Washington

29:44 - Big Pharma's Influence

32:10 - Big Ag and Pharma Alliances

34:16 - Pharmaceutical Advertising

38:30 - The Rise of Podcast Politics

42:05 - Political Shifts and Populism

46:29 - Ukraine, NATO, and Global Tensions

50:30 - Rebuilding Trust in Government

52:50 - Political Polarization and Media Bias

55:03 - Corruption in Science

Jonathan Pageau is back on my podcast! He spoke about mythology and the decline of meaningful fairy tales, and shared his reimagining of ‘Jack and the Beanstock’ – ’Jack and the Fallen Giants.’

Jonathan explored the role of Saints, scripture, and the difference between Protestant and Orthodox beliefs regarding them.  

Jonathan delved into the mythological significance of classic stories and why they resonate in ways today’s tales often fail to.. Reflecting on the storytelling legacy of old Disney films, he contrasted them with modern animations that feel increasingly shallow, and how the earlier films conveyed themes of good vs. evil, courage, and moral growth, in addition to grappling with complex and powerful religious symbolism. 

Jonathan Pageau is a Canadian icon carver, artist, and speaker known for his unique insights into symbolism, art, and traditional Christian imagery. Pageau explores everything from biblical stories to pop culture, bringing fresh discussions about meaning, symbolism, and the spiritual life to a modern audience.

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0:00 - Old Disney magic vs. new meh

5:07 - Pageau’s back with a new book!

6:30 - Jack and the Beanstalk retold

10:32 - Deeper symbolism of Jack and the Beanstalk

12:15 - The moral implications of Jack stealing from the giants

13:30 - Giants as real-life villains

17:00 - Life lessons hidden in fairy tales

18:41 - Good vs. evil: Why it matters

23:15 - Hardship isn’t an excuse for evil

25:20 - The importance of preserving traditional storytelling

27:30 - Reviving fairy tales

34:15 - Books as symbols of home and memory

35:03 - The deeper meaning of ‘Home’

42:38 - Why are Saints important?

49:33 - Mediators of the love of God

1:01:33 - Hell is the sins you haven’t rectified

1:04:40 - God's love reflected in community and creation

This week I’m joined by PragerU personality Xaviaer DuRousseau. Xaviaer is an ex-BLM activist who now uses his platform to educate viewers on politics, and cultural issues as a PragerU Personality. We spoke about why some celebrities are forced to endorse Kamala Harris, Xaviaer’s time undercover for a “Free Palestinian” encampment on UCLA’s campus, misperceptions about Israel, the insidious re-emergence of anti-semisim, the necessity for an informed and educated public, and geopolitical politics and the link between China and fentanyl. Xaviaer also discussed his short documentary, “Their Lives Mattered,” that exposes the heartbreaking reality of inner-city children caught in the crossfire of violent crime as a result of de-policing policies and district attorneys who let repeat offenders back on the street. Xaviaer also reflected on how contrasting social environments shaped his early views on race and identity. He spoke about his college years embracing woke ideology, and his experiences as a social justice warrior in California. While watching PragerU videos with the intention of finding weaknesses in their arguments, Xaviaer realized he was wrong about almost everything, ultimately having an entire ideological shift. View the trailer here: https://www.prageru.com/video/trailer-their-lives-mattered And the full film “Their Lives Mattered”: https://www.prageru.com/video/their-lives-mattered —Follow Xaviaer— YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@XAVIAER Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xaviaer/ X: https://twitter.com/XAVIAERD —Check Out Our Sponsors— For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order my hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ 00:00:00 – From Woke to Red-Pilled 00:06:43 – Celeb Politics and Kamala Harris 00:09:02 – The Beyonce Incident 00:12:44 – Xaviaer Facing Censorship 00:16:22 – Conservative Leanings and Loss of Friendships 00:18:00 – Building Real Integrity in Activism 00:22:16 – Surviving Cancel Culture 00:24:00 – Joining PragerU 00:30:00 – The Story Behind "Their Lives Matter" 00:34:00 – The Real Crime That’s Not Being Reported 00:43:00 – Progressive DA’s and Urban Crime Policies 00:47:00 – Pro-Palestine Movement's Alignment with Marxism 00:50:00 – Organizing Movements and the Role of Activist Funding 00:55:00 – How Misguided Activism is Exploited 01:02:13 – Education and Ignorance 01:07:00 – Speaking Up in Today’s Climate

I’m joined by Michael and Lauryn Bosstick! The entrepreneurs and co-hosts of The Skinny Confidential Him & Her podcast, where they share insights on relationships, business, wellness, and personal development. In this episode, we dive into the balance Lauryn and Michael strike between their personal and professional lives as entrepreneurs, parents, and partners: and how they’ve cultivated dynamics within their relationship to be effective in all parts of their lives.

Lauryn talked about the philosophy behind her brand, The Skinny Confidential, and how she’s built a loyal audience by creating daily routines that integrate wellness into practical beauty. Michael explained his journey in founding Dear Media: a media company for the next generation of creators.

We also explored their morning routines, health habits, their current reading list, and the importance of setting boundaries for a balanced life. There was a fair amount of raw, wry banter thrown in there too. We also talked shop on carnivore diet, and I shared the best hack for cooking steak that Michael and Lauryn hadn’t heard about (hint: it involves an air fryer).

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Michael and Lauryn Bosstick are the duo behind The Skinny Confidential and Dear Media. Lauryn’s lifestyle brand covers everything from beauty to wellness, while Michael runs a podcast network focused on amplifying female voices. They’ve built a multi-faceted business, launching products, hosting events, and creating a platform that connects with their audience on multiple levels; all while balancing family life and staying ahead of trends in the wellness and media industries.

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00:00 - Intro

01:05 - Who Are Lauryn and Michael?

03:50 - Building Dear Media

05:27 How You Look Matters

06:55 Working Together As a Couple

11:10 - Balancing Family & Work

15:25 - Developing a Shared Vision as a Couple

20:45 - Marriage Dynamics

27:00 - Health & Wellness Habits

31:10 - Mouth Taping Benefits

35:40 - Daily Supplements

39:55 - My Airfryer Hack

42:00 - Building a Brand

46:15 - What Michael and Lauryn are Reading

50:25 - The Problem With Morning Routines

54:10 - Social Media Boundaries

57:50 - Final Thoughts

In this episode, I’m joined by health entrepreneur, Dave Asprey. We discuss the world of biohacking and explore how you can take control of your health. We also cover overcoming chronic fatigue and brain fog to address the hidden dangers of mold and oxalates in your diet. We go over practical strategies using smart drugs, optimizing sleep, managing stress, and the importance of gut health. Enjoy! Dave Asprey is an entrepreneur and author known for creating the Bulletproof Diet and founding Bulletproof 360, Inc. He's a key figure in the wellness world, especially in biohacking and nutrition. The Bulletproof Diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet featuring Bulletproof Coffee, a mix of coffee, butter, and MCT oil. His work focuses on enhancing physical and cognitive performance through diet and lifestyle.

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[00:49] The birth of biohacking

[02:36] Mold exposure and health issues

[05:30] Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS)

[08:40] Gut health and longevity

[12:07] Honey for sleep

[17:30] Oxalates in superfoods

[23:00] Electrolytes and hydration for brain fog

[30:00] Biohacking and recovery techniques

[55:00] Supplements and lifestyle changes for energy

[01:05:00] Mold exposure and fatigue

[01:15:00] Modafinil for chronic fatigue

[01:30:00] Building resilience and control

I'm joined by Hal Cranmer, owner of A Paradise for Parents, assisted living homes. Hal is the owner of assisted living facilities that use low carb and ketogenic and carnivore diets for their patients. He emphasizes diet and exercise to improve residents' health, focusing on low-carb diets and physical activity to manage chronic conditions like diabetes and dementia. In this video, we explore how the ketogenic and carnivore diets are being used to reverse chronic illnesses, including diabetes, obesity, and cognitive decline. Real-life success stories are shared, from patients losing significant weight and regaining independence, to those seeing marked improvements in cognitive function. This is how assisted living should be. Enjoy! Visit his website for assisted living: https://aparadiseforparents.com And check out his guide for carnivore on a budget: https://carnivoreonabudget.com/ —Check Out Our Sponsor— - Order my hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! —Visit Hal’s Links— Instagram: https://instagram.com/assisted_living_hal_cranmer/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/aparadiseforparentsassistedliving X: https://twitter.com/halcranmer —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— [0:00] Intro [01:10] The carnivore diet in assisted living [03:30] Improving health with low-carb diets [05:03] Success stories: Weight loss and independence [06:44] Cognitive improvements through diet [09:40] The role of the department of health [12:02] Reversing Alzheimer’s and dementia [20:20] Addressing cravings and transitioning to healthier diets [36:15] Reducing cognitive decline with ketogenic diets [48:17] Challenge of tapering off medications [53:30] Using diet to address diabetes and heart disease

Rob Henderson returns to my podcast! We discussed his recent memoir “Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family and Social Class” and the rough upbringings involved in the child foster care system. He’s also a professor on Peterson Academy (you can see his trailer here: petersonacademy.com). We discussed modern dating advice, how to identify psychopaths, the long-term effects of hookup culture, does polyamory work? And much more. Enjoy!

Rob Henderson grew up in foster homes in Los Angeles and the rural town of Red Bluff, California. He joined the US Air Force at the age of seventeen. Once described as “self-made” by The New York Times, Rob subsequently received a BS from Yale University and a PhD in psychology from St. Catharine’s College, Cambridge. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Boston Globe, and more. His weekly newsletter is sent to more than fifty thousand subscribers.

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[2:30] Rob’s background and early life

[10:28] How Rob escaped his surroundings 

[15:25] Foster care experience 

[21:23] Influence of JD Vance’s book

[24:26] Rob’s Peterson Academy course

[25:54] Perspective on polyamorous relationships 

[29:08] Drug use and consequences of drug decriminalization

[33:15] Evolution of monogamy and polygamy

[38:29] Advice for young women – How to identify psychopaths

[43:25] Advice for dating in the modern world

[46:35] How to develop extroverted traits

[52:10] Rob’s transition from a troubled background to Cambridge University 

[1:00:45] Long-term impacts of hookup culture and dating apps

[1:08:18] Private schooling benefits

In this episode, I’m joined by cognitive neuroscientist, Adam Omary. This guy is extremely smart so be prepared. We had an interesting conversation about his experience growing from an incel to Harvard graduate student, his experience learning to socialize, the Twin Study, the effects of prenatal hormones during brain development, the causes of gender dysphoria, how cortisol affects the brain, recovering from puberty blockers, and much more. Enjoy! Adam Omary is a Psychology Ph.D. student at Harvard University, where he conducts research in the Affective Neuroscience & Development Laboratory under the mentorship of Dr. Leah Somerville. He attended the University of Southern California as a QuestBridge Scholar and graduated with a B.A. in Cognitive Science and M.S. in Biostatistics. —Check Out Our Sponsors— - Order my hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/3VJ0UnD and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! - Air Oasis’ iAdaptAir Purifier at https://www.airoasis.com/pages/mp code MP for 10% off —Visit Adam’s Links— Website: https://adamomary.com Substack: https://naturednurture.substack.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/thenaturenurturepodcast —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— [0:00] Intro [1:15] What is the Twin Study? [9:36] Correlation between gender identity and sexual orientation [14:57] Prenatal hormones during brain development [23:22] Why Adam studied gender dysphoria [26:37] What does cortisol/high-level of stress do to the brain? [30:30] SSRIs during brain development [36:30] Adam’s background and childhood [40:51] How catfishing and red pill helped social development [47:10] Measuring brain activity for accurate hormone levels [51:05] Dopamine release levels between men and women [57:18] Adam’s Harvard experience [1:02:02] How has AI impacted universities? [1:03:01] Adam’s faith and spirituality journey [1:11:57] Can adolescents recover from puberty blockers? [1:20:44] Gender dysphoria and social influence

I was fortunate enough to be joined by economist and academic, Glenn Loury! He is known as a leading Black conservative social critic, particularly on race issues. In this episode, we discussed his difficult upbringing, success, drug addiction, faith, lessons for young black men, complicated lives, and much more. It was a deep conversation I really enjoyed. Enjoy! Glenn C. Loury, a prominent social critic, is the Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the Social Sciences and professor of economics at Brown University, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He lives in Providence, Rhode Island. He is the author of, “LATE ADMISSIONS: Confessions of a Black Conservative.”

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—Chapters— [0:00] Intro [2:44] Memoir and childhood [6:50] Faith and religion [8:06] Reasons for writing his memoir [13:11] My health history and book [13:55] Responses to Glenn’s memoir [18:08] Glenn’s pursuit of academia [20:33] Does success come from tough upbringing? [28:16] Thoughts on Trump vs. Biden debate [32:38] Lessons for young black men [38:06] Drugs and recovery [45:30] Faith and difficulties surrounding that

I’m joined by entrepreneur and investor, Codie Sanchez! Codie has spent a decade on Wall Street and investing millions of dollars into multiple businesses. In this episode, we discussed how to buy businesses without assets, her upbringing, hiring the right people, knowing when to invest in a business, the mental toll of ambition, how to move up quickly, and much more. Enjoy! ‎ Founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, one of the fastest growing financial media businesses with 6 million followers and 100 million monthly views. Founder of Contrarian Thinking Capital, a venture capital firm, and Main Street Holding Company with 25+ small or what we call “boring businesses.” Think of car washes, laundromats, property management companies, etc.

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‎ —Chapters— [0:00] Intro [1:30] Codie’s background [3:57] What did Codie’s parents provide [6:25] How to motivate your kids [10:30] Fuller Health [11:20] Codie’s achievements [14:40] How to know when to invest [16:20] How to own a business without any assets [21:05] Building a company vs. buying a company [23:21] How to hire the right people [29:56] Codie’s journalism career into finance [32:10] Air Oasis [33:37] Why people desire money [38:22] How can people learn [40:38] Can aspirations be mentally unhealthy? [46:19] Portfolio trends since 2008 [49:18] Difference between angel investing and venture capitalism [50:12] Learning to build a business online [57:38] How to move up quickly [1:03:45] Codie’s upcoming plans

New episode with stand-up comedian & podcaster, Bryan Callen! Turns out Bryan’s podcast was the first podcast my dad did when he went viral back in 2017. So this kind of felt like a conversation between old friends. We discussed his comedy career, social justice warriors, life as a parent, politics, Bryan’s upcoming special and more. Enjoy! Bryan Callen is an actor, comedian, and podcaster. He is best known for his recurring role as “Coach Mellor” on ABC’s Schooled and The Goldbergs and as one of the original cast members of MadTV. Callen has also appeared in TV and films including Kingdom, Hangover 1 & 2, Ride Along, Sex and the City, Old School, Entourage, Californication, and many more. —Check Out Our Sponsors— - Hangover supplement, After Party on https://bit.ly/4b3eAyg and Amazon https://amzn.to/4csS3w6. Love the reviews!! - Comprehensive blood work and advanced diagnostics from Marek Health at http://marekhealth.com/mikhaila. Code MP for 10% off - Bon Charge’s sauna blankets at https://boncharge.com/MP code MP for 15% off. —Visit Bryan’s Links— Website: https://bryancallen.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/bryancallen X: https://twitter.com/bryancallen YouTube: https://youtube.com/@BryanCallenComedy —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— [0:00] Intro [0:40] Bryan’s acting experience [5:54] How Bryan got into stand-up [7:30] Woke universities and protesting [13:51] Marek Health [15:26] Society rewards the loudest voice [19:23] Fact-checking and intuition [25:58] Bryan’s upcoming special [30:30] Living in the cold sucks [37:19] Boncharge [39:14] How is living in LA post COVID? [46:56] Is comedy canceled? [51:40] Bryan’s book recommendations [1:00:20] Practicing gratefulness [1:05:48] Bryan on trying After Party [1:15:30] Monetize the trolls [1:18:05] How Marlon Brando changed acting [1:24:00] Importance of intimacy in relationships [1:27:04] Courage and hunger [1:34:05] Best thing about being a parent [1:37:17] Bryan’s lesson for his children