Abel James Show

In a world where machines can outperform humans in nearly every conceivable domain, where exactly does that leave us?

When artificial intelligence can fulfill our deepest drives and reward pathways more reliably than any human relationship, what happens to human connection, meaning, and purpose?

Today, we’re exploring the world of artificial intelligence with a man who's part technologist, part philosopher, and also happens to be a former Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu national champion.

My guest, Daniel Faggella, is a researcher who's been studying the intersection of human potential and artificial intelligence for well over a decade. 

In this mind-bending episode, we're diving deep into what it means to be human in an increasingly artificial world.

We unpack heavy concepts today, like: 

• How will AI reshape and redefine the human experience? 
• What happens when our digital companions become more compelling than our flesh-and-blood relationships? 
• How can we use AI right now to help us be more productive, happy, and develop our full potential?
• And much more…

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Today, we have a special in-person episode going back in time with our friend Joshua Weissman.

This episode was actually recorded many moons ago, but after one of my computers died the files sadly went missing.

Now years later, I was able to retrieve most of our conversation and finally edit this show together.

Since the original recording of this episode, Joshua has gone on to become one of the most renowned chefs in the world, with incredible viral cooking videos and a couple bestselling cookbooks to his name. If you’d like to follow Joshua (and you’d be crazy not to), find him on the socials by looking for Joshua Weissman or by visiting joshuaweissman.com.

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On this special episode, you’ll hear:

• Why Joshua turned down an offer to star on a reality show
• Joshua’s secrets to making the perfect old-school sourdough
• Why pro cooks don’t even need to taste their food
• Why a good white wine should leave a little bit of tingle on the tongue
• And much more…

Quick note: the original high quality audio from the microphones went missing when the computer died, and this audio is from the video camera itself, so apologies if the audio sounds less pro than usual.

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I hope you enjoy this raw in-person conversation with the one-and-only Joshua Weissman.

In this special episode, Abel James reconnects with renowned chef Joshua Weissman in a conversation that was recorded years ago but only recently recovered. Joshua shares his journey from turning down reality TV offers to becoming a viral sensation with his cooking videos and best-selling cookbooks. The discussion delves into the art of cooking, exploring why professional chefs don't need to taste their food, the secrets to perfect sourdough, and the importance of caring about the food you prepare. Joshua emphasizes the significance of cooking as a fundamental human experience, encouraging listeners to embrace the simplicity and therapeutic nature of preparing meals.

The episode also touches on broader themes such as the impact of reality TV on personal branding, the evolution of special effects in movies, and the societal shift away from cooking. Joshua and Abel discuss the cultural and emotional connections to food, the importance of maintaining traditional cooking practices, and the joy of sharing homemade meals with others. They explore the idea that cooking is not just about sustenance but a way to connect with others and find meaning in everyday life.

What’s better for longevity—running or walking?

It’s a bit of a trick question.

But if there is one answer, it’s definitely walking.

If you want to be fit and live for a long time, you don’t need to subject yourself to suffer fests and slog through long runs.

In fact, when you combine daily walks with the habit of sprinting just about once a week, magic starts to happen.

Today, I’m thrilled to be joined once again by our friend Mark Sisson, New York Times bestselling author and founder of Primal Kitchen and Peluva minimalist shoes.

Mark had an incredible career as an elite endurance athlete, qualifying for the 1980 Olympic trials in the marathon. But as you’ll hear, his high-mileage running habit ultimately took a toll, leading him to rethink everything he thought he knew about fitness and longevity. 

In his new book, Mark makes a compelling case that we humans are actually born to walk, not necessarily run, and that walking is one of the most powerful and most underrated tools we have for improving our health, body composition, and quality of life. 

As usual, this conversation challenges mainstream fitness dogma, and Mark always brings the receipts.

In this conversation with Mark, you’ll hear: 

• Why effective exercise includes walking, strength training, and sprinting (but not necessarily jogging or running)
• How “biohacking” is broken
• Why stem cell treatments might be more dangerous than we thought
• What longevity really means
• And much more…

Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/mark-sisson-why-walking-beats-running-for-longevity/

Pick up Mark’s new book, “Born To Walk” on Amazon or wherever books are sold.

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Have you ever had a concussion?

Anyone who’s ever had their bell rung knows recovery can be brutal.

But with enough time and the right treatment, our bodies also have the remarkable ability to heal.

Today we’re going hard in the paint on brain health, electromagnetic fields and decentralization in tech, food and finance with our friend Tristan Scott.

Tristan is an electrical engineer, health marketing lead at Daylight Computer Company, and author of “Bitcoin and Beef.”

After suffering from debilitating long-term symptoms following multiple concussions sustained as a college athlete, Tristan made a commitment to healing his brain. This led to a deep dive into the world of alternative health, exploring the critical roles our diet, circadian rhythm and electromagnetic environment play in our health and performance. 

I met Tristan in Austin last year at Squatch while feasting on delicious beef from our friend Johnny, and from our first conversation it’s clear why Tristan has become a rising voice and leader in the world of alternative health and tech. 

Tristan’s expertise in electrical engineering gives him a unique perspective on the often-overlooked impacts of EMFs, and how we can reclaim our health and sovereignty in the face of the technological onslaught of the modern world. 

In this conversation with Tristan Scott, you’ll hear:

• Easy tips to reduce your exposure to EMFs (from a trained engineer)
• How Tristan recovered from long-term symptoms following multiple concussions
• Tristan’s vision for decentralized technology to create a more sovereign future
• The surprising relationship between bitcoin and beef
• And more…

Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/tristan-scott-hidden-dangers-of-emfs-and-artificial-blue-light/

Go to https://daylightcomputer.com to explore the Daylight Computer tablet, and pick up Tristan Scott's book "Bitcoin and Beef" here on Amazon

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Have you ever dreamed of dropping out of the rat race and moving to a tropical paradise?

This week’s guest actually did it.

If you’ve ever struggled through an 80 hour workweek, you know it can be incredibly profitable… but at what cost to your health, happiness and family life?

How do you know when enough is enough?

Today we’re here with fellow OG podcaster and host of the hit show Entrepreneurs on Fire, my friend John Lee Dumas.

After years working 60-80 hours a week living in San Diego, JLD made the life-changing decision to revamp his business and move his family to Puerto Rico, where he now works just 20-30 hours a week kicking back in a Caribbean paradise.

And get this—after more than a decade of podcasting, JLD has recorded more than 4,500 podcast interviews with some of the top minds in business, so he has the unique ability to tap into the pulse of what it really means to be a successful entrepreneur, and someone whose successful in business and in life for the long term.

In this episode with John Lee Dumas, you’re about to hear:

• How John reduced his workweek from 80 hours to around 20 hours—doesn’t that sound nice
• How to achieve longevity in podcasting, business, and life
• How to adapt to the AI Revolution
• How to find financial freedom by defining your “enough”
• And much more…

Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/john-lee-dumas-how-to-quit-the-rat-race-and-move-to-paradise/

Go to https://uncommonsuccessbook.com/ to grab John Lee Dumas’ top-rated book, "The Common Path to Uncommon Success" and head over to https://www.eofire.com/ to listen to the Entrepreneurs On Fire podcast with John Lee Dumas

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