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Marcus Antebi and Ralph SuttonExplicit
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2019/06/03
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2026/10/05
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Marcus Antebi founder of Juice Press, and Ralph Sutton founder of GaS Digital Network are childhood friends who are trying to figure out how to live their healthiest lives.
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BODi CEO Carl Daikeler: Why Fitness Got Too Complicated | goodsugar 293
2026/10/05
BODi co-founder and CEO Carl Daikeler joins Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of fitness, nutrition, mental health, and why getting healthy may have become way more complicated than it needs to be.
Carl shares the story behind his early success with 8 Minute Abs, what it was like hearing the program referenced in There’s Something About Mary, and how he later worked with Tony Horton to develop and launch P90X, which grew from a slow start into one of the most recognizable home-fitness programs ever.
Carl also recalls the surreal moment President Barack Obama recognized the BODi team because Michelle Obama was doing P90X, and explains how the program became bigger than anyone expected.
The conversation then turns to the connection between exercise, nutrition, anxiety, stress and nervous-system regulation. Carl explains why even a short 10 or 15-minute workout can completely change his mental state and why movement can be just as important for your mind as it is for your body.
They also discuss peptides, GLP-1s, weighted vests, fitness trends, meditation, Shakeology, cold plunges and the “comfort crisis.” Carl argues that the health and fitness industry often overwhelms people with complexity when the most effective starting point may simply be moving your body consistently.
Plus, Ralph opens up about his own weight-loss and running journey, Marcus challenges some traditional ideas about meditation and consciousness, and the guys debate whether deliberately making yourself uncomfortable actually makes you better equipped to deal with real-life stress.
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The Truth About Supplements, Ozempic & Getting Older w/ Dr. Mike Israetel | goodsugar 292
2026/09/24
Dr. Mike Israetel joins Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi for a hilarious, uncensored conversation about fitness, health, weight loss, supplements, aging, and what actually works.
Dr. Mike breaks down the benefits of resistance training and cardio, whether running 30 miles a week is too much, which supplements may actually be worth taking, and why some popular health products might just be expensive urine.
They also dive into the rise of weight-loss drugs, why appetite may be one of the biggest factors in the obesity epidemic, what happens when people stop taking these medications, and how modern approaches to health have changed dramatically.
Plus, Dr. Mike talks about his rise on YouTube, anxiety, social media, longevity, bodybuilding, steroids, peptides, and why making healthy choices easier isn't necessarily a bad thing.
It’s health and fitness advice mixed with exactly the kind of chaos you’d expect from the goodsugar Podcast.
00:00 – Intro: Meet Dr. Mike Israetel
01:19 – Dr. Mike’s Origin Story: From Russia to Exercise Science
02:17 – Bodybuilding, Powerlifting & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
03:12 – Steroids, Aging & Training Through Pain
03:52 – Are Peptides Actually Worth It?
05:10 – Cardio vs. Strength Training for Longevity
06:53 – Is Running 30 Miles a Week Too Much?
07:35 – The Mental Benefits of Running
09:22 – Are Supplements Just Expensive Urine?
10:01 – Creatine, Collagen, Vitamins & Joint Supplements
10:58 – Dr. Mike’s Supplements Worth Considering
11:57 – NMN & Injectable Supplements
13:04 – Ralph Gets Roasted for Being 6'6"
14:13 – When Supplements Actually Make Sense
15:09 – Sauerkraut, Probiotics & Gut Health
16:05 – Broccoli Sprouts & Healthy Eating
16:58 – How Dr. Mike Became Huge on YouTube
18:21 – What Has Changed in Health & Fitness Science?
18:58 – Why “Lifestyle Change” Isn’t Always Enough
19:48 – Weight-Loss Drugs Changed Everything
21:21 – Does Taking a Weight-Loss Drug “Cheat” Weight Loss?
22:24 – Dr. Mike: If It Saves Your Life, Make It Easier
23:05 – Anxiety, Addiction & Weight-Loss Drugs
23:23 – Can Weight-Loss Drugs Reduce Addictive Behaviors?
24:13 – Why Modern Anxiety Feels Different
26:01 – Do You Gain the Weight Back After Stopping?
27:13 – Why Regaining Weight Isn’t a Knock Against the Drugs
28:16 – Social Media, Smartphones & The Anxious Generation
29:22 – Are Kids Today Actually Better Adjusted?
30:04 – Dr. Mike Gets Roasted Before Leaving
30:55 – Dr. Mike Reviews His Own Terrible Podcast Room
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Stop Waiting to Be Happy | goodsugar 291
2026/09/14
What if the thing keeping you from being happy is the belief that something has to change first?
This week on goodsugar, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi get into Tantra, and no, it’s not just about sex. Marcus breaks down the idea of being fully present in your life without needing to escape it, renounce everything, or wait for the perfect circumstances to finally feel okay.
That leads Ralph and Marcus into a bigger conversation about happiness, fear, gratitude, resilience, relationships, mortality, and the stories we tell ourselves about the future. Ralph opens up about one of his deepest fears involving his mother, Marcus puts him through an unexpectedly emotional meditation, and they explore how love and the fear of losing someone can exist at the same time.
They also get into the realities of running a health food business in New York, the evolution of the juice business, why junk food seems to win everywhere, and why meditation doesn’t mean much if you roll up the mat and immediately go back to being an a*****e.
Maybe the goal isn’t to build the perfect life. Maybe it’s learning how to actually be present for the one you already have.
Marcus: "There is no one universal method for finding happiness. But there are universal things humans could stop doing that would help them feel better and improve their mental state.
Working to improve our mental state through the different seasons of our lives seems like a logical objective. The good news is that most of us are already doing it. We’re already in a self-help groove. That’s how we’re alive right now, listening to and reading things like this.
You are enlightened and you are in paradise. That is the truth. Your mind has the capacity to create that, and it doesn’t have to be diluted by anything. Stay in the present moment. The direct vehicle to that is the breath. Everything after that is philosophy you can put down."
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Nobody Prepares You for Watching Your Parents Get Older | goodsugar 290
2026/09/07
Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi are back behind the mics after last week's classic episode highlighting the first episode.
Getting older is inevitable. Getting better at being a human is the part we actually have some control over.
This week, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi talk about aging parents, mortality, relationships, meditation, gratitude, and what happens when you realize you’re entering a completely different chapter of your life. Ralph opens up about his mom coming to New York at almost 80, Marcus talks about his mother’s frightening fall and recovery, and somehow a conversation about getting older turns into one about how we actually want to live.
We’re not gurus. We don’t have it all figured out. We’re two lifelong friends trying to learn from our mistakes, take better care of ourselves and the people we love, and hopefully become slightly better humans along the way.
If you’re trying to do the same thing, you’re part of this.
Subscribe to goodsugar, send this episode to a friend who’d get something out of it, and come along for the journey. We’ve got a lot more figuring out to do.
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Back To Where It All Began | goodsugar 289
2026/08/31
This week we’re taking a trip down memory lane, back to where the show began.
Ralph was in a late midlife crisis, 150 pounds overweight and stressed to hell. Marcus, his lifelong friend, almost like a brother, came to visit him at the podcast studio. The two have known each other since before they were born. Their parents were very close.
They sat there talking about Ralph’s struggles and his unhappiness, and Marcus said in jest, we should have a podcast called Fixing Ralph. Ralph shot back in his usual humorous way, no, it should be called The Sherpa and the Schmuck. Marcus asked, who’s the Sherpa and who’s the schmuck? Then they looked at each other and said, you know what, f**k it, let’s do a podcast.
A lot has changed for both of them since that day. Ralph lost 150 pounds. He went from never meditating a day in his life to being a daily meditator, and he runs 20 to 30 miles every week. His whole mentality shifted, slowly, over time. He admits the show became his weekly therapy, and it held him accountable to the health and wellness side of his life. Together the two of them have explored health and wellness across nearly 400 episodes.
This is episode one. Whether you’ve been listening from the beginning or only recently discovered the show, there’s still plenty of road ahead, and we’re excited to see where this journey takes us next.
Enjoy this look back at Episode One of The Sherpa and the Schmuck, brought to you by goodsugar™.
Ralph and Marcus will be back, refreshed and ready to go, with your regularly scheduled programming next week.
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When Did Your Food Become Poison w/ Mark Bittman | goodsugar 217 (Re-release)
2026/08/17
Marcus is out of town this week so we have a re-release episode with Mark Bittman. We will be back with brand new episodes next week. Enjoy this episode and stay healthy!
Join Marcus Antebi and Ralph Sutton on their journey to better health! On this episode of goodsugar Marcus and Ralph are joined by acclaimed New York Times food writer, and host of the Food With Mark Bittman Podcast, Mark Bittman!
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Ralph Sutton’s Running 101: How I Went From the Couch to Over 1000 Miles a Year | goodsugar 288
2026/08/13
Ralph Sutton takes a solo episode all about how he went from being overweight and unable to do a single pull-up to becoming a dedicated runner logging more than 1,000 miles a year.
Ralph breaks down how he started during COVID with Couch to 5K, why starting ridiculously small actually works, and the importance of finding an exercise routine you can stick with. He shares what he's learned about accountability, electrolytes, running shoes, hydration, energy gels, chafing, running in extreme weather, dealing with injuries, and staying consistent when motivation disappears.
AJ joins the conversation as Ralph explains why you don't need to be fast to be a runner, why he rotates different pairs of shoes, how he handles long runs, and why listening to your body can be more important than blindly pushing through pain.
Plus, Ralph explains why running ten miles through a snowstorm can make you feel like a warrior, how exercise creates positive momentum in the rest of your life, and why the only person you're really competing against is yourself.
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Health With Hunter: The Truth About Weight Loss, GLP-1s & Processed Foods | goodsugar 287
2026/07/27
Health coach and social media creator Health With Hunter (Hunter Stoller) joins the Goodsugar Podcast to talk about the habits that actually lead to long-term weight loss. After losing 50 pounds himself, Hunter shares what changed his life, why portion control matters more than most people realize, and how processed foods quietly sabotage your health.
The conversation also dives into the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, whether they're helping or hurting people, why strength training and protein are essential, healthy restaurant choices, seed oils, food marketing, plastic exposure, and the simple lifestyle changes anyone can make today.
Whether you're trying to lose weight, eat healthier, or simply understand what's really happening in today's food industry, this episode is packed with practical advice.
00:00 Introduction to Health With Hunter
01:15 Hunter's 50-pound weight loss journey
01:52 GLP-1 medications and the Ozempic debate
05:14 Where to begin if you want to lose weight
07:23 Why portion control changes everything
08:06 Why processed food is so addictive
09:56 Ingredients vs calories for beginners
11:29 Healthy restaurants are becoming mainstream
12:21 Hunter's NYC healthy restaurant guide
14:03 Why portion sizes aren't one-size-fits-all
15:14 How to choose healthier restaurants
16:43 The Seed Oil Scout app explained
18:30 Food marketing and consumer confusion
20:17 Why more people are demanding healthier food
23:12 The biggest nutrition misconceptions
24:16 Healthy desserts that actually taste good
26:19 Why processed foods are designed to hook you
27:58 Are microplastics really a health risk?
31:09 Small lifestyle changes that make a difference
32:41 Growing nearly one million followers online
34:28 Why consistency beats going viral
35:16 The latest research on plastics
36:14 Where to follow Health With Hunter
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Blood Flow Restriction Training & The Future of Physical Therapy w/ Dr. Nicholas Rolnick | goodsugar 286
2026/07/20
Back pain affects almost everyone at some point, but why do some people recover while others deal with chronic pain for years?
Dr. Nicholas Rolnick joins Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi to break down the biggest misconceptions about physical therapy, why movement is often the best medicine, and how blood flow restriction training is changing the way athletes and everyday people recover from injuries.
They also dive into weight cutting in combat sports, bodybuilding, flexibility versus strength, posture, sitting all day, spinal mobility, and why MRI results don't always explain your pain.
Whether you're dealing with nagging aches, trying to stay active as you age, or simply want to move better, this episode is packed with practical advice you can actually use.
0:00 Welcome & introducing Dr. Nicholas Rolnick
1:06 How Zac Amico led Ralph to today’s guest
3:33 Dr. Rolnick’s journey into physical therapy
6:09 What is blood flow restriction training?
8:16 Is blood flow restriction actually safe?
9:14 Weight cutting, bodybuilding & combat sports
12:48 Why chronic back pain is so difficult to treat
15:04 The biggest mistakes physical therapists make
18:34 Should you exercise through pain?
20:06 Why spinal mobility matters more than most people realize
23:45 Marcus shares his recent back injury
26:07 How Dr. Rolnick diagnoses pain without relying on imaging
29:14 Why MRI results don’t always tell the whole story
33:28 Is sitting causing your lower back pain?
36:14 Final thoughts & where to find Dr. Rolnick
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Revisiting Our Last 6 Guests With New Questions | goodsugar 285
2026/07/13
In this episode, Ralph and Marcus revisit the last six guests who joined the goodsugar Podcast and dive into all the questions they wish they had asked the first time around.
From back pain, sleep, relationships, sexual health and genetics to longevity, pseudoscience and building healthier habits, they reflect on what each guest taught them, what stuck with them, and where they still have questions.
Featuring discussions inspired by Dr. Rob Jones, Kathryn Nicolai, Dr. Justin Houman, Dr. Nan Wise and Natalie Sampson, this episode serves as both a recap of some of our favorite conversations and a deeper look at the topics we're still exploring.
If you've missed any of these episodes, this is the perfect place to start before going back and watching the full interviews.
00:00 Intro
00:30 Why we're revisiting our last six guests
01:23 Dr. Rob Jones and back pain
03:18 Confidence versus certainty in healthcare
05:27 How to prevent back injuries
07:09 Kathryn Nicolai and better sleep
09:17 Marcus' nighttime productivity habits
10:00 Ralph's morning routine
11:28 Learning new skills throughout life
13:07 Ultimate Frisbee memories
15:39 Dr. Justin Houman and men's sexual health
17:02 Parenting, blended families and relationships
20:57 Would you date a friend's ex?
22:06 Dr. Nan Wise and modern relationships
23:02 Natalie Sampson, genetics and personalized health
24:44 Can your genes predict your future?
26:12 Should doctors keep updating their knowledge?
27:24 Science versus pseudoscience
29:10 Saunas, heat therapy and longevity
30:16 Final thoughts
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I Thought I Was Invincible Until This Happened | goodsugar 284
2026/07/06
Marcus Antebi and Ralph Sutton dive into Marcus' history as a skydiver with more than 2,300 jumps, including terrifying close calls, witnessing fatalities, and the brutal landing that permanently changed how he viewed risk.
The conversation explores adrenaline addiction, lucid dreaming, trauma, business stress, Muay Thai, motorcycles, and the mindset shift that comes with getting older and becoming a parent. Marcus explains why extreme sports eventually lost their appeal and what he pursues today instead.
If you've ever wondered what it feels like to jump out of a plane thousands of times, why experienced skydivers are often the ones taking the biggest risks, or how adrenaline changes the brain, this episode is full of incredible stories and honest conversations.
00:00 Intro
02:33 Running a business and solving constant problems
04:00 Family reunion and surprise visit
05:33 Marcus' lucid dream and its meaning
08:19 Objective reality and higher dimensions
09:39 A remarkable skydiving survival story
12:06 Witnessing death and trauma
13:37 Why experienced skydivers take the biggest risks
16:43 Why Marcus stopped skydiving
18:11 Marcus' worst skydiving accident
20:45 Recovering from a life-changing landing
22:31 Jokes about Marcus' accident
23:00 The final skydive
24:18 Muay Thai, motorcycles, and risk
26:14 Why Ralph never went skydiving
28:49 Adrenaline vs. dopamine
30:30 Escapism, addiction, and finding balance
31:35 Recovering from injuries and building resilience
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Can Your DNA Predict Your Health? The Truth About Genetic Testing - Natalie Sampson | goodsugar 283
2026/06/29
This week on the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton sits down with Natalie Sampson, board-certified genetic counselor, integrative health expert, and founder of Golden Genetics Health, to separate science from hype when it comes to genetic testing.
They dive into how your genes influence disease risk, supplements, medication response, inflammation, Alzheimer's, histamine intolerance, and even which workouts and nutrition strategies may work best for your body.
Natalie also explains why most online DNA tests aren't telling you the full story, how personalized medicine is changing healthcare, and why genetics should empower, not scare, you.
Whether you're curious about longevity, preventative health, or optimizing your wellness, this episode is packed with practical insights.
00:00 Introduction
00:41 Meet Genetic Counselor Natalie Sampson
02:12 How Natalie Got Into Genetics
03:54 Family Health & Autoimmune Disease Journey
05:13 Nature vs. Nurture Explained
08:23 What Genetic Tests Actually Show
09:58 Chris Hemsworth & Alzheimer's Risk
11:07 Can Saunas Reduce Alzheimer's Risk?
12:00 Personalized Supplements vs. Trends
13:21 Histamine Intolerance & Hidden Causes
14:02 How Genetics Predict Medication Response
15:15 Why Doctors Are Finally Embracing Genetics
17:05 What Golden Genetics Health Does
18:05 How Much Does Genetic Testing Cost?
18:55 Blood Test vs. Saliva DNA Testing
19:37 Why DNA Tests Are Different From Blood Work
20:22 Is It Better NOT to Know Your Genetic Risks?
21:43 Best Supplements for Most People
22:45 Genetics Success Stories
23:11 Biggest Misconceptions About Genetic Testing
24:14 How to Avoid Bad Genetic Testing Companies
25:10 Is 23andMe Accurate?
25:54 Natalie's Celiac Disease Diagnosis
27:09 Hidden Gluten & Surprising Triggers
28:03 Why Some People Tolerate Gluten Better in Europe
28:27 Where to Learn More About Golden Genetics Health
29:03 Podcast Discount for Genetic Testing
29:21 Outro
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Dating, Commitment & Emotional Blind Spots | goodsugar 282
2026/06/22
Ralph Sutton becomes the focus of the conversation as Marcus digs into his dating life, relationship patterns, and why meaningful commitment has remained elusive. From dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend to discussing intimacy, attraction, emotional maturity, and the influence of childhood experiences, this episode turns into an unexpected relationship intervention.
The guys explore the difference between chemistry and true intimacy, how pleasure-seeking can shape dating choices, and whether personal growth can change long-established relationship habits. Plus, Ralph considers bringing his current love interest onto the show for a future episode.
0:00 - Marcus puts Ralph's dating life on the table
1:14 - Dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend
3:24 - Attraction vs friendship connections
5:47 - Why this relationship feels different
8:25 - What real intimacy actually looks like
10:49 - Relationships with former partners and co-parenting
12:19 - Can people really change their relationship patterns?
14:38 - Fear of commitment or something else?
15:58 - Family influences and childhood dynamics
17:16 - Ralph's longest relationships and what happened
18:15 - Validation, attraction, and choosing partners
21:12 - Pleasure-seeking vs emotional connection
22:18 - The idea of bringing Ralph's girlfriend on the show
23:19 - Final thoughts and plugs
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The Truth About Guilty Pleasures: Are They Actually Bad For You? | goodsugar 281
2026/06/15
In this episode of Good Sugar, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi explore the complicated relationship between pleasure, guilt, happiness, discipline, and self-control. From cheesecake and espresso machines to travel adventures and late nights out, they discuss whether life's indulgences are worth the cost.
The conversation dives into spending versus saving, experiences versus possessions, addiction versus enjoyment, mindfulness, meditation, consumer culture, and the pursuit of inner peace. Along the way, they share personal stories about travel, family, habits, and the choices that shape a meaningful life.
If you've ever wondered whether you should take the trip, buy the thing, eat the dessert, or simply learn to be content with what you already have, this episode is for you.
00:00 Welcome & Marcus' apartment flood disaster
02:20 Finding gratitude during a stressful situation
03:09 What is a guilty pleasure?
04:14 Travel experiences vs saving money
06:00 Are guilty pleasures actually healthy?
06:50 Ralph's Austin trip and breaking routine
08:24 The value of spontaneity and fun
10:03 The 80/20 rule for health and self-improvement
11:27 Do Marcus and Ralph have guilty pleasures?
13:23 AJ's take on indulgence and excess
14:21 When guilt is actually a useful signal
15:04 The $1,800 espresso machine debate
16:18 Why Ralph canceled a $10,000 Malta trip
17:17 Travel memories that last a lifetime
18:19 Living on a dive boat with strangers
20:23 Swimming with pigs and unforgettable experiences
22:23 Are younger generations taking fewer risks?
24:18 Beer, habits, and everyday indulgences
26:21 Addiction vs guilty pleasure: what's the difference?
28:00 Can you be happy without experiences and possessions?
30:04 Consumer culture and the need for "more"
31:55 How technology changed human connection
33:26 Marcus on anxiety, mindfulness, and inner peace
35:05 Final thoughts: enjoying life without losing yourself
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Food Industry Lies, Fasting Myths & Losing 100+ Pounds | goodsugar 280
2026/06/08
This week on the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi tackle some of the most popular food myths and nutrition debates circulating online today.
They discuss whether reheated carbs are actually healthier, if cooked tomatoes provide more nutrition than raw ones, the truth about coffee and dehydration, juice cleanses, sugar fears, intermittent fasting, digestion, weight loss, and why so much nutrition advice can be misleading.
Along the way, Ralph shares his experience losing over 100 pounds, while Marcus explains why meal timing, digestion, and lifestyle habits may matter more than most diet trends.
00:00 Intro
01:00 Is Reheated Pasta Actually Healthier?
03:00 Cooked vs Raw Tomatoes
04:10 Does Coffee Really Dehydrate You?
06:20 Are We Too Overstimulated?
09:00 Oatmeal vs Oat Bran
13:15 Why People Drink Juice Cleanses
17:20 Can Fasting Reset Your Immune System?
19:20 The Truth About Sugar
23:20 Is Intermittent Fasting Worth It?
28:00 Ralph's 100+ Pound Weight Loss Journey
30:30 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
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Tedravation 2021/05/11
Let the guest speak uninterrupted
Too often once a guest makes a statement Marcus doesn’t like/agree with, the rest of the episode is a fight and the guest never gets to finish making ...
garyXD65 2021/04/23
Helpful and interesting
Fantastic source of information.
Mark.ME54 2021/04/23
Thanks as always!!
Excellent interview . The sound of your voice and hearing your messages put me in such a lovely headspace!! Thanks anyway
ylen55g 2021/04/23
My Favourite Podcast
Love this show, Please never stop !! I love you guys !!
NicolasFLZone 2021/03/25
Amazing show !!
Awesome podcast ever i have heard. I am waiting for the next show ❤️
Smith32_ 2021/03/19
Amazing show
I just love this show. Amazing guys and Ralph is really incredible. Love you buddy ❤️!!
NewChickFan 2020/01/19
Glad I Gave It A Shot!
This show has become a fast favorite... self help suggestions, spiritual discussions with a dash of skepticism and inappropriate humor... what more co...
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