Behind the Curtain - Episode 2323

Behind the Curtain - Episode 2323

Author: Vinnie Tortorich April 26, 2023 Duration: 33:04
Episode 2323 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss behind the curtain of the weight loss "reality" show "The Biggest Loser" and more. https:/vinnietortorich.com/2024/04/behind-the-curtain-episode-2323 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN BEHIND THE CURTAIN Vinnie and Gina start the show with a little chat about music, cheeseburgers, and the failure rate of veganism. (2:30) Gina asks Vinnie about well-known television trainer Jillian Michaels. (7:00) Vinnie shares some thoughts about her, the show "The Biggest Loser" and what he knows went on behind the curtain. Vinnie had a chance to audition for the show and gives reasons why he chose not to. He and Gina believe Jillian is probably behaving as directed, however: It's a horrible way to treat people who are desperate to get help. The show's whole premise comes across as trying to help but is actually humiliating to the contestants. Vinnie then shares a bit about his experience training Margaret Cho and the one thing he laments about it. (27:30) Don't forget to look for Gina and Bryan Bishop (aka "Bald Bryan") on youtube here. PLUS... Vinnie reveals a Pure Coffee Club special Promo Code. (LISTEN FOR IT!) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

You’ll find a refreshingly direct and often contrarian voice in Fitness Confidential, hosted by longtime Hollywood fitness expert Vinnie Tortorich. This isn’t about echoing the latest trends; it’s about dismantling them. With over three decades spent training clients and navigating the fads, Vinnie cuts through the industry’s widespread myths surrounding diet, exercise, and sustainable weight loss. Each episode feels like a candid conversation, drawing from his hands-on experience and the principles that made his book a bestseller. The discussions are grounded in a commitment to genuine health, offering practical strategies to get fit without the gimmicks. Tuning into this podcast means hearing unfiltered advice on reclaiming your well-being, all delivered with a dose of tough love and hard-won wisdom. Vinnie has already guided hundreds of thousands toward better health, and through these regular talks, he continues to challenge listeners to think critically about what truly works for the long haul.
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