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Real Talk with Zuby

'Real Talk with Zuby' features honest conversations with a diverse range of guests - covering culture, society, politics, business, health, and more. Each episode will make you a little bit smarter. Previous guests include Elon Musk, Andrew Tate, Alex Hormozi, Douglas Murray, Matt Walsh, Bret Weinstein, Michael Shellenberger, Brett Cooper, Scott Adams, Yeonmi Park, and Gad Saad. Hosted by rapper and creative entrepreneur, Zuby.

Episodes

#357 Adam Coleman - The Devastating Cost of Absent Fathers

American author and social commentator, Adam Coleman, joins Zuby to discuss his newest book, 'The Children We Left Behind'. Adam shares his deeply personal family history, and how it's affected him throughout his life. The conversation explores the societal impacts of fatherlessness, broken homes, and parental selfishness, along with ideas to help rebuild strong families in America. Lucid - Are you a fan of dystopian fiction and sci-fi thrillers? Check out the novel 'Lucid' b...

Apr 03, 20251 hr 8 min

#356 BTC Sessions (Ben Perrin) - Bitcoin’s Future and Fiat’s Decline

Ben Perrin, host of BTC Sessions, joins Zuby to explore the philosophy, evolution, and future of Bitcoin. Ben recounts getting into cryptocurrency over a decade ago, and explains how Bitcoin intersects with freedom, utility, and self-sovereignty. The conversation takes a turn into real-world activism as Ben details his involvement in Canada’s trucker protest and the financial censorship that followed. Sponsors: Sambrosa - Wake up ready to embrace life's opportunities. Try Sambrosa and get 10...

Mar 27, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 356

#355 Dr. Shawn Baker - The Truth About The Carnivore Diet

Dr. Shawn Baker is a former orthopedic surgeon, founder of Revero clinic, and leading advocate for the carnivore diet. Shawn and Zuby dive into the principles behind an all-meat diet, potential benefits, and the controversies surrounding it. Dr. Baker addresses common concerns about nutrient deficiencies and explains who might benefit most from the diet. The discussion also covers broader issues around the U.S. healthcare system, food regulations, and the impact of wealth on dietary norms. Spons...

Mar 20, 20251 hr 27 min

#354 Andrew Gruel - From Flavors To Flames

Zuby is joined by chef and social commentator Andrew Gruel, who shares his remarkable journey from being a childhood cook to becoming a celebrated TV chef. He discusses his career trajectory and his experience running restaurants in California during the Covid-19 pandemic. The conversation also covers the 2025 Southern California wildfires, Andrew’s family values, and his vision for America’s future Sponsors: Sambrosa - Wake up ready to embrace life's opportunities. Try Sambrosa and get 10% ...

Mar 13, 202552 minEp. 354

#353 Robert Breedlove - Bitcoin vs The Inflation Monster

Robert Breedlove is an ex-financier turned author and host of the 'What is Money?' podcast. Robert joins Zuby to discuss the fundamentals of bitcoin, the modern monetary system, and consequences of inflation. He also shares insights on the perverse incentives of short-term governance, bitcoin projections for the 21st century, and personal life goals. Sponsors: Sambrosa - Wake up ready to embrace life's opportunities. Try Sambrosa and get 10% off at https://sambrosa.com/zuby10 Stash -...

Mar 06, 20252 hr 39 min

#352 Gurwinder Bhogal - Undercover in England's Extremist Scene

Gurwinder Bhogal is a writer and researcher known for his deep insights into psychology, technology, and the way humans process information. He joins Zuby to share his experiences infiltrating an extremist group in a British town north of London. They dive into the psychology of conservatives and liberals, the balance between IQ and common sense, and why intelligence alone doesn’t guarantee wisdom. They also discuss the West’s shift away from common sense, the rapid rate of change shaping the ne...

Feb 27, 20252 hr 48 min

#351 Luke Rudkowski - Why Did They Try To Kill Trump?

Luke Rudkowski is an independent journalist, activist, and founder of We Are Change - a grassroots media organisation dedicated to exposing corruption, government overreach, and media manipulation. He is known for his fearless approach to interviewing powerful figures and covering controversial topics. Luke joins Zuby to discuss the Trump assassination attempts in 2024, the shifting political landscape in the USA, and the tech industry's apparent pivot to the right. They also explore the gro...

Feb 20, 202559 minEp. 351

#350 Dr. Benjamin Bikman - How To Fix Your Metabolism

Dr. Benjamin Bikman is a university professor and author of the book 'How Not To Get Sick'. He has a PhD in Bioenergetics and his research focuses on metabolic disorders, including obesity and type 2 diabetes. In this episode, Zuby and Dr. Bikman discuss metabolic health, insulin resistance, and the drawbacks of calorie counting. Dr. Bikman shares tips on weight training, the role of the glycemic index, and weight loss drugs - including their potential benefits and risks. He also shares ...

Feb 13, 20251 hr 17 minEp. 350

#349 Sahil Bloom - The 5 Types of Wealth

Sahil Bloom is an investor, inspirational writer and entrepreneur, who captivates millions of people every week through his social insights and bi-weekly newsletter. Sahil shares his upbringing, from childhood troubles to private equity - a journey that took a sharp pivot as he reevaluated his definition of 'success'. Sahil and Zuby explore family and the lessons of fatherhood, analysis paralysis in today’s culture, the dark underbelly of tech, atheism’s endpoint, and Sahil’s new book, &...

Feb 06, 20251 hr 12 minEp. 349

#348 Magatte Wade - Why Africa Is Still Poor (And How To Fix It)

Magatte Wade is a Senegalese entrepreneur who gained initial fame for a TED Talk she made in 2017 about the excessive regulatory environment in Africa, which pushes young Africans to emigrate for economic reasons. She joins Zuby to discuss her early life, migration to Europe, and introduction to free market capitalism and entrepreneurship. Magatte shares her story of losing friends over political ideology, leaving the left, and her bold goals for Africa in 2050. Sponsors: Sambrosa - Wake up read...

Jan 30, 20252 hr 34 minEp. 348

#347 Unkonfined - Marriage, Music & Adversity

Zuby is joined by hip-hop artist and social media creator Unkonfined. The two discuss Unkonfined’s return to music after a 15 year hiatus, his childhood, and the trials and tribulations during that period. The two also explore the inner workings of the music industry. Unkonfined shares his personal experiences with marriage, divorce, and family, as well as how social media has helped as a creative outlet in response to these experiences. Sponsor: Sambrosa - Wake up ready to embrace life's op...

Jan 23, 20251 hr 10 min

#346 Dr. Drew - Making America Healthy Again

Dr. Drew is an American radio and TV personality, physician, and addiction medicine specialist. He joins Zuby to talk about his background and the intersection of medicine and media. Dr. Drew highlights the reasons behind the falling life expectancy in the USA, the infiltration of political correctness into healthcare, the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, urgent health issues facing Americans, and how President Trump and the new MAHA movement can address them. Sponsor: Sambrosa - Get your 8 h...

Jan 16, 202551 minEp. 346

#345 Dave Smith - What a Second Trump Term Means

Dave is a comedian, a podcaster, and libertarian political commentator. David joins Zuby to discuss the future of the US. The two explore faith and atheism, negative framing in the West, and how such points led to a second Trump Presidency. Dave also shares his thoughts on ideological fatigue today, his stance on foreign policy, and the infiltration of money in politics today. Additionally, they explore the Overton window shift taking place in US politics, and thoughts on patriotism. Sponsors: H...

Jan 09, 20251 hr 19 minEp. 345

#344 Adam Lane Smith - The Problem with Modern Relationships

Adam Lane Smith is an internationally recognised expert in Attachment Theory and a former licensed marriage and family therapist. Today, as an author, speaker, and media personality, Adam helps people learn the power of secure attachment. Zuby and Adam discuss relationship challenges for high performers, attachment issues among varying demographics, today’s ‘harsh survival conditions’, and how different cultures approach attachment. Adam also explains gender dynamics, nature vs nurture, attachme...

Jan 02, 20251 hr 24 minEp. 344

#343 Paolo Ardoino - How Tether (USDT) Works

Zuby is joined by Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss cryptocurrency and the future of stablecoins. Paolo explains how Tether (USDT) works and the global use case for it. The two discuss the 2017 crypto catalyst, demand for ‘digital dollars’, and Tether’s developments over the next decade. Paolo gets transparent about how Tether makes money and dispels the controversy that has enveloped the company over the years. The two also explore the rate of technological innovation and how the cryptocurren...

Dec 26, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 343

#342 Matt Murphy - The Awful Reality of Human Trafficking

Matt Murphy is the President of Sentinel Foundation, an organisation dedicated to combating child trafficking and exploitation worldwide. Previously, Murphy served for 15 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret, where he developed expertise in special operations. This episode exposes the reality of modern-day human trafficking. Matt shares detailed stories of how it operates and what his foundation is doing to combat it. He highlights the scale of the crime and the tools parents have at their disposal ...

Dec 19, 20241 hr 9 minEp. 342

#341 George Hayworth - Why We Need More Good Men

George Hayworth is an army veteran with 10+ years of military experience. He is now the founder of Elite Sentinel Coaching, which seeks to elevate masculine leadership through faith, fitness and discipline. Zuby and George discuss military experiences, George’s troubled home life, and the importance of family dynamics. They explore gender roles, reclaiming masculinity, male friendships, and the need for authenticity in today’s culture. Sponsors: Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off ...

Dec 12, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 347

#340 John Cooper (Skillet) - Bucking the Music Industry

John Cooper is an American musician, and founding member and frontman of the multi-platinum Christian rock band Skillet. In this exclusive interview in Dubai, John sits down with Zuby to discuss his career, cultural shifts in the USA, and how he manages success. The two explore the value of faith and the post-modern 'woke' peak of 2021. John also shares the tipping point that caused him to speak out, the importance of independent media, and the value of discourse. Sponsors: Secure your b...

Dec 05, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 340

#339 Pete Parada - Thriving After 'The Offspring'

Pete Parada is a world-renowned drummer best known for his work with punk rock band 'The Offspring', who he played with from 2007 to 2021. He has also worked with other prominent acts like 'Face to Face' and 'Saves the Day'. He is currently a member of the band 'The Defiant'. Pete discusses his early life, music career, and the controversy surrounding his departure from 'The Offspring' due to his inability to get vaccinated against Covid-19 because of Guil...

Nov 28, 20242 hr 45 minEp. 339

#338 John Amanchukwu - They're Coming For Our Kids

John Amanchukwu is an American preacher, author, and activist. He joins Zuby to discuss his childhood and the journey that led him to his current focus on combatting gender theory in schools and the decline of Christian values. The two also explore gender politics, ideological ironies, political polarisation, being pro-life, and declining global birthrates. Sponsor: Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zuby Get $10 off 'Strong Advice: Zu...

Nov 21, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 338

#337 Gina Bontempo - Motherhood Changed Me

Gina Bontempo is a fitness coach, internet personality, wife, and mother of two, who helps busy moms to lose weight. Zuby and Gina discuss motherhood, feminism, and gender politics. Gina explains her shift from liberal feminist to Orthodox Christian, why she left California, and her insights on gender dynamics and successful marriage. Sponsor: Secure your bitcoin today with BitBox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zuby Get $10 off 'Strong Advice: Zuby’s Guide to Fitness f...

Nov 14, 20242 hr 39 minEp. 337

#336 Colin Wright - How I Beat the Woke Mob

Colin Wright is an Evolutionary Biology PhD and CEO/Editor-in-Chief at Reality's Last Stand. Colin’s views on gender opposed progressive ideology, leading to huge backlash from activist groups and ultimately, a career change. Zuby and Colin discuss the reasons behind today’s gender beliefs, the catalyst that emerged in 2014–2015, and whether this ideological shift is a consequence of cultural comfort. They also explore broader themes around liberalism, gender dysmorphia, and questions about ...

Nov 07, 20242 hr 30 minEp. 336

#335 Marc Lobliner - How To Win In Business, Fitness & Family

Marc Lobliner is the CEO of MTS Nutrition, CMO of Tiger Fitness, a performance coach, and a pro bodybuilder. Zuby and Marc discuss the power of the internet, online echo chambers, Marc’s early life, and how he changed his trajectory for the better. They also discuss the personality traits for success and the importance of nutrition, health, and strength training. Sponsors: Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zuby Get $10 off 'Strong Adv...

Oct 31, 20242 hr 44 min

#334 Jason Whitlock - USA is in Decline

Jason Lee Whitlock is an American sports columnist and host of the show 'Fearless with Jason Whitlock' on BlazeTV. Zuby and Jason discuss Jason’s childhood, the regression of the USA, and the current state of race relations in America. They also explore political polarisation, the role of the media, optimism and opportunities, and why family dynamics have changed. Sponsors: Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zuby Get $10 off 'S...

Oct 24, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 334

#333 Brett Cooper - Love, Life & Resilience

Brett Cooper is a conservative social commentator, media personality, and actress. She hosts the popular YouTube show 'The Comments Section with Brett Cooper' produced by The Daily Wire. In this episode, Zuby and Brett discuss Brett’s rise to popularity and the female role models she looked up to. They discuss the pitfalls of modern dating, relationships, and marriage, societal extremes, hyper-individualism, and the evolving education landscape. Sponsors: Secure your bitcoin today with B...

Oct 17, 20242 hr 3 minEp. 333

#332 Carl Benjamin - The Fall of England

Carl Benjamin is a British social commentator and a former member of the Eurosceptic UK Independence Party (UKIP). He is also the founder of the Lotus Eaters media company. Zuby and Carl discuss the UK’s ongoing decline. They begin by examining conservatism and its meaning in 2024, immigration concerns, and the opposing rationale between the left and the right. Additionally, Carl reflects on negative versus positive liberalism and concerns about liberal excess. The two also discuss what the UK w...

Oct 10, 20242 hr 41 minEp. 332

#331 John Rich - True American Patriotism

John Rich is an American country musician and singer-songwriter. He started his professional career as a member of the group 'Lonestar' and found mainstream success as one half of the country duo 'Big & Rich', alongside Big Kenny. He has written and produced songs for many other artists including Taylor Swift, Faith Hill, and Jason Aldean. John shares his early childhood and the influence his pastor father had. Zuby and John discuss liberalism and the changing political lands...

Oct 03, 20242 hr 30 minEp. 331

#330 Bryson Gray - The MAGA Movement's Downfall

Bryson Gray is an American rapper, known for his work in the Christian hip hop and political hip hop genres. In 2021, his song "Let's Go Brandon", a diss track against President Joe Biden, reached number one on iTunes. Bryson explains his changing relationship with the MAGA movement and why he moved on, as well as how human emotions dictate political alliances. Zuby and Bryson discuss what 'grifting' really means, current abortion laws, and where politics is heading in the We...

Sep 26, 20242 hr 58 minEp. 330

#329 Matt Walsh - The Racism Industrial Complex Exposed

Matt Walsh is an American political commentator, author, and host of the popular podcast 'The Matt Walsh Show'. He is a columnist for the conservative media outlet The Daily Wire and has starred in two documentary films, 'What Is a Woman?' and the recently released 'Am I Racist?'. Matt and Zuby discuss the motives behind Matt's new movie 'Am I Racist?', why he wanted to expose the 'D.E.I.' hustle, the consequences of race-based ideology, challenges of ...

Sep 19, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 329

#328 Mindy Robinson - "The 2024 Election Won't Happen"

Zuby is joined by actress and independent journalist, Mindy Robinson, to discuss the dark side of Hollywood, politics, and patriotism. Mindy shares her thoughts on if 9/11 was an inside job, inconsistencies in the 2017 Las Vegas Shooting, and concerns with the state of democracy in 2024. Sponsor: This episode is fueled by Optimal Human. Your comprehensive daily nutrition in one scoop. Get 50% off your first month at https://optimalhuman.com/zuby Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (07:05) The dark ...

Sep 12, 202459 minEp. 328