The truly true results of taking Ozempic, brought to you by two post-40 podcasters.
Jonathan Warncke is a writer and head of the South African Podcasters Guild.
Charlene Armstrong is co-host of the award winning shows, "The Great Equalizer" and "TGE's Current Reads".
Follow our first season and 3-6 month experience of using Ozempic as a tool to lose fat, bring about world peace, and be alive when our kids hit 18.
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Thank you, to all of our listeners. This is the final episode of season 1, and we're taking a break for a couple of months, after which we'll return to update you with our progress. If this was a 90s TV show, we'd do one of those things where the narrator explains what each character does after the story ends. "After Ozempic Diaries, Charlene gave herself a break, and then returned to the healthy habits she had built during the project. She currently weights 69kg. She also went back to her other...
In this episode, we catch up in the middle of the school holidays for a weight update and a chat about how Charlene is staying on track as she tapers off Ozempic. Join our Whatsapp Community · Check out our website · Follow us on Insta
Charlene discusses her recent breakthrough, finally moving past a weight plateau and realizing the significant impact of body composition and exercise over just the number on the scale. Both hosts reflect on redefining their fitness goals, finding happiness in how their clothes fit and their ability to be active, and how their journey has improved their overall comfort and quality of life. Charlene expresses her anxiety about tapering off Ozempic and maintaining her weight, while Jon shares his current progress and aspirations for a holiday goal, demonstrating the ongoing challenges and successes of their individual paths. They also touch on their active WhatsApp community following an Instagram block.
In this episode, we talk about: 1. Why Jon has gone BACK onto Ozempic after a month of being off it. 2. How Charlene is finally breaking through her plateau. 3. The possible advantages of taking a break from Ozempic to stabilise, and then plunging onward. 4. Compounds, generics, fakes, scams and the black market. A complex topic, debated by two non-doctor podcasters who aren't your parents. YOU DECIDE. 5. We go kicked out of our Instagram account! We're hoping to get it back soon. Maybe it's bec...
In this episode, we catch up after a month of Jon being off Ozempic, and Charlene fighting the good fight against a frustrating plateau. In this episode we do some very intelligent, structured, value-added moaning. Because sometimes it's frustrating and we all deserve a good moan. Join our Whatsapp Community · Check out our website · Follow us on Insta...
After a two-week break, Jonathan and Charlene return to the mic with major updates: Jonathan has officially tapered off Ozempic, while Charlene has upped her dose to 1mg to battle a stubborn weight plateau and reduce food cravings as she tapers off vaping. This candid episode dives deep into the emotional, physical, and psychological shifts they’re experiencing as their journeys diverge. What We Talk About in This Episode: • 🛑 Tapering Off Ozempic: Jonathan shares what it’s like to stop complet...
Three Months In: What Did We Learn? 🎯 In the final episode of Season 1, Jon and Charlene reflect on their 12-week journey with Ozempic — the wins, the challenges, the surprises, and the lessons learned. 💬 In this episode: • Jon celebrates a major milestone: 13kg down and surfing with his son for the first time! 🏄♂️ • Charlene hits her 10kg goal and shares how movement, mindset, and community support boosted her journey. 🏋️♀️✨ • Honest talk about body image, self-acceptance, and the reality...
Twelve weeks in, and I’m making a huge decision about my next steps with Ozempic. Charlene and I talk about wins, setbacks, shifting mindsets — and what the future might look like without the medication. Big changes ahead. Listen now. Join our Whatsapp Community · Check out our website · Follow us on Insta
In this episode, we catch up, talk bout how holidays kick your body's ass, how Ozempic has affected Charlene's bra size, and Jon does some rudimentary maths to work out how much it would cost to STAY on Ozempic forever (at different dosages). ⏱️ Episode Highlights: • 00:00 – Back into routine: Charlene’s struggle with exhaustion, early mornings, and chaotic school schedules. • 02:00 – Weekly check-ins: Charlene drops 700g, Jon gains slightly after a cheat weekend (and then drops it again). • 06:...
This week we're catching up after Charlene's family vacation, and talking a bit about how USUALLY a vacation ends with a certain amount of guilt and trepidation as one steps on the scale to check the damage. No longer the case for Charlene. We also cover a special topic this week - Ozempic for folks over 65. I did some digging into the specifics of getting the most out of Ozempic, despite the challenge and necessity of maintaining what muscle mass you still have. Lastly, here's a recipe from our...
Welcome back to Ozempic Diaries! This week, we’re deep into week 8, and Jon has officially bumped up to a 1 mg dose—breaking through a long plateau with a 1.1 kg drop! 🎉 Charlene, steady on 0.5 mg, checks in from a family holiday in Umhlanga Rocks and reflects on the unique chaos of parenting vacations, the creeping return of hunger, and… digestive real talk. 💬 In this episode: • Jon’s surprising weight loss after a few indulgences • Charlene’s steady progress—even while weighing in early and ...
Eight weeks in, Charlene hits a huge weight milestone while Jon… hits a wall. In this episode, we unpack the emotional highs and lows of our Ozempic experience so far. From awkward social moments and unintended marital tension to the science behind plateauing and what might happen next, we're keeping it real. Charlene opens up about feeling cold, skipping meals, and navigating concern from her husband. Jon explores what the data (and ChatGPT) says about when weight loss actually kicks in—and why...
This week, Jon and Charlene are six weeks into their Ozempic journey and getting real about the emotional ups and downs of plateauing, the weird “stoned” side effect, and what it actually means to feel full on this medication. Plus, Jon dives deep into the world of GLP-1 medications and what’s coming next—from Ozempic and Wegovy to Mounjaro and the mysterious “Retatrutide.” 💉 Is Ozempic really the best option? 📉 How much weight are they losing week to week? 🌀 That strange semi-stoned side eff...
Five weeks in, and the energy crashes are hitting hard! This week, Jon and Charlene discuss the unexpected side effect of Ozempic Fatigue, the struggle of staying active while eating less, and whether they’re finally breaking past their weight plateaus. Plus, we share a big mindset shift—how Ozempic has changed their relationship with food. 💉 What is Ozempic Fatigue, and why does it hit hardest in the afternoons? 🍽️ From food obsession to food indifference—how our eating habits are changing. ⚖...
One month on Ozempic—what’s changed? In this episode, Jon and Charlene check in on their progress, talk about moving up to a higher dose, and dive deep into the stigma surrounding Ozempic use. From the "easy way out" argument to concerns about addiction transfer, they tackle the biggest misconceptions head-on. 💉 Are we just lazy? 💊 The tension between weight loss users and diabetics ⚖️ The reality of long-term use—do we have to take this forever? 💬 Plus, a sneak peek into an upcoming conversa...
Ozempic Diaries: Overcoming Plateaus and Progress Updates In this episode, we talk about our third week on Ozempic. We discuss the challenges of dealing with plateaus in weight loss and how it affects both our bodies and minds. Charlene shares her struggles with energy levels due to iron absorption issues, while Jon updates us on his slight weight loss amidst a social weekend. In "Ozempic Jonsplained", Jon monologues at length about weight loss plateaus, including water weight loss, metabolic sl...
In this episode we share our second week's results. Spoiler: Jon had reasonable results, Charlene had the expected plateau. We also talk about how you get a prescription for Ozempic, what the availability issue is like right now, and how much it costs. You'll also find a screenshot of the costs and availability spreadsheet that Jon made on our instagram: @ozempicdiariespod Lastly, we hear from Mark, who has been on WeGovy (same thing as Ozempic), about how he plateaued for 6 week and then in the...
In this episode we share our first week's results. Spoiler: Jon had reasonable results, Charlene had unreasonable results. In Ozempic Jonsplained, we go quite deep on side effects and ask the key question: "Which is worse? Ozempic or Obesity?" Lastly, we hear results, side effects, and sensible warnings from one of Charlene's friends who has been on Ozempic for a while. Enjoy. 00:00 Introduction 00:29 How did you feel in the first week? 01:55 Jon's Results 02:40 Charlene's results 05:12 Did Char...
Here's our little pre-episode for the show. In this episode we introduce ourselves to you, talk about our goals, our previous experience with gaining and losing weight, and talk about the process of taking your first jab. We also give you an introduction to Ozempic, and overview, and we'll looking forward to diving in deeper next week. If you've got any Ozempic stories, or questions, please please get in touch with us through our Instagram: @ozempicdiariespod OR join our Whatsapp community and c...
Join your hosts, Jonathan Warncke and Charlene Armstrong, on a 3-month experiment on...themselves. We'll be using Ozempic as a fat-loss tool and reporting our results every week on Monday. We'll also talk about the science, the myths, the stigma, and the potential of Ozmepic and drugs like it. Follow the show, and connect with us on our Whatsapp community, where you can share your results, ask questions, and learn more about Ozempic. Join our Whatsapp Community · Check out our website · Follow u...
Feb 04, 2025•3 min0
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