Vinnie and Anna discuss this article on the marketing of antioxidants, the most insane stadium foods, and a redux on protein powder.  Low Carb Shark blog here.

Pulled Pork Parfait

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

Vinnie leads off this episode talking about his views on Coca-Cola. Anna and Vinnie then go over some of the most outlandish foods available. Later, they get into the marketing of antioxidants. Vinnie brings up a conversation he and yours truly had about secondhand smoke. He then makes an argument that his generation was always around smoking, so therefore it’s not so bad. I disagree. The Massive Attack reference in the title of this podcast references Vinnie’s ongoing obsession with the song “Diamond in the Back.”

Vinnie and Anna give shout-outs and answers to Superfan questions.

UK Mars Bar Ad from 1983:

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

Vinnie’s love of introducing his favorite music on the show continues early in this one. He kicks off this podcast with a clip of guitar great Stevie Ray Vaughn. About midway through the show, they play back an old Mars candy ad from 30 years ago (link above). Vinnie then rants on Bob Harper. This leads to Vinnie’s update on why his book has been delayed. Later, they get into some superfan shout-outs.

Vinnie and Anna talk all things cellulite, plus they talk to Superfan and SuperDad BJ Tucker who is turning around the fitness program in the great state of Texas.

Mercola Article on Cellulite here.

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This episode goes right into the ongoing theme of Vinnie’s obsession with a particular Curtis Mayfield song. Vinnie and Anna have been in the studio for the long haul, including some time on Jimmy Moore’s podcast. They then get into a discussion of cellulite. That leads to a discussion of the Mercola article (linked above). Later, they chat with BJ Tucker, who has been working to make changes in the health and fitness programs in education.

Vinnie and Anna discuss the Boston Marathon bombing, pull-ups, and the tomfoolery of Hammer Nutrition.

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

This episode kicks off with Vinnie and Anna chatting about Double Shot coffee. Vinnie then gives a few shout-outs to some superfans. The conversation turns to the Boston Marathon. They get into possible solutions for preventing future violence. Vinnie also tells the story of Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane. Later, Vinnie drops the hammer (all of these puns are intended, folks) on Hammer Nutrition.

Vinnie, Anna, & Andrea Anders talk No Sugar No Grains and interview superfan Mary Vesper.

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Andrea joins Vinnie and Anna once again for the podcast. Early in the show, Vinnie talks more about his trip to the Washington, D.C. area. Later, they discuss an article on low-carb diets. Vinnie then goes into a rant about the claims of the cosmetics industry, based on news he heard on Adam Carolla‘s podcast. Later in the show, the three chat with Mary Vesper. Much of the interview focuses on the state of education.

Superfan Mike Tate

Vinnie and Anna discuss this article at Popular Science on 9 Reasons To Avoid Sugar As If Your Life Depended On It.  They also talk to super fan Mike Tate in Australia, who is doing a 50K on May 17th to raise money for Beyond Blue.

A little Curtis Mayfield just for you:

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

This episode starts with a bang as Vinnie comes out of the gate singing “Diamond in the Back” by Curtis Mayfield (video link above). The conversation then turns to previous guest Minnie Driver. Vinnie and Anna then go over the article (linked above) on reasons to avoid sugar. In the conversation, he brings up an experience yours truly had recently where I overheard a guy talking about how he’s on disability (probably due to being overweight). Later, they interview Mike Tate about his upcoming running event.

Vinnie and Anna discuss the “weight loss challenge” scam flyer left on Vinnie’s car.  Match.com, Analog vs. Digital, and The English Language also discussed. Buy Fat Chance: Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease here.  Video to make you cry here: 

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

Vinnie leads off this episode talking about the spreecast he will do with previous guests to the show, Ben Greenfield and Rich Roll. He then gets into a conversation he had with a guy begging for change. Vinnie later gets into an idea he had while talking to yours truly. Vinnie and Anna then get into the oddities of the English language (I still say roof should be pronounced “rew-f”"). They later get into the weight loss scam they’ve discussed previously. After debunking that, they talk about dating sites like Match.com.

Vinnie and Anna discuss all sorts of fitness and diet bits and pieces, most of which are extremely illuminating. Buy Fat Chance: Beating the Odds Against Sugar, Processed Food, Obesity, and Disease here.

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

This episode begins with Vinnie and Anna talking about blenders, such as the Vitamix and others. He even brings up yours truly, who recently bought a Ninja (and I love it!). Vinnie later talks haircuts. On a recent trip to the salon, he met Ron Jeremy. Later in the show, they talk about spinning and bike fits.

Vinnie and Anna talk health, fitness, and roach motels with Dr. X.

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

Vinnie leads off this episode by bringing up the “Do not abandon your baby” sign he saw on a coroner van. They then get the anonymous Dr. X on the phone. After introducing Dr. X, they get into a discussion of “boot camp” programs. Vinnie even tells my story about a boot camp I went to where the instructor was the heaviest person there, yelling at other heavy people. Later, they talk about being on time (i.e. Lombardi Time). That leads to discussion of heart rates. Stick around until the end because Dr. X talks about the weirdest things she’s found up people’s butts.

Vinnie and Anna discuss eating habits of Vegans vs. Carnivores.

Michael Tortorich sums up the podcast in the My Uncle Vinnie Blog Wrap Up:

The self-proclaimed King of Fitness returns, discussing Title IX and women in combat early in the show. Vinnie and Anna also talk about a former podcast guest, Jennifer Bricker. They then get into a discussion on vegans and carnivores. This episode ends with Vinnie and Anna answering a few listener questions.

Jennifer Bricker