Muscle Intelligence
Ben Pakulski
The Muscle Intelligence Podcast empowers men with the skills, habits, beliefs and processes to lead from the front. After spending more than 25 years in the health and fitness industry, Ben has done the research, coached, worked with or spoken to the best in class, and distilled it down into actionable items for you to take away and implement.
If you're an executive, entrepreneur or high-performer who wants to work smarter, not lose his edge as he ages, or just get the advice of someone who has been in the trenches for the last 25 years, this podcast is for you.
If you're an executive, entrepreneur or high-performer who wants to work smarter, not lose his edge as he ages, or just get the advice of someone who has been in the trenches for the last 25 years, this podcast is for you.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 51min
What 20 Years of Peptide Use Taught Me (Most Experts Won't Say This)
A deep dive into peptide safety, purity testing, and why sourcing matters more than labels. Discussion of FDA moves and classification concerns affecting common peptides. Breakdown of nine peptide categories from growth hormone secretagogues to tissue repair, mitochondrial longevity, cognitive and metabolic peptides. Practical emphasis on stabilizing sleep, gut and diagnostics before experimenting with peptides.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 56min
Nir Eyal | The Mental Shift That Eliminates the Need for Willpower
Nir Eyal, bestselling author and behavioral design expert on habits and attention. He explores why knowing what to do rarely leads to action. He outlines the motivation triangle of benefit, behavior, and belief. He explains how shifting limiting beliefs changes attention, anticipation, and agency. He shares practical strategies for focus, resisting distraction, and building lasting discipline.
Mar 2, 2026 • 45min
AI, Preventative Healthcare & Longevity Testing
Andrew Lacy, founder and CEO of Prenuvo and Stanford-educated entrepreneur focused on early disease detection, discusses full-body MRI screening and AI-driven diagnostics. They cover scans finding hidden cancers and aneurysms, early brain degeneration signs, surprising fatty liver in fit people, imaging vs blood tests, and how imaging motivates preventive health decisions.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 18min
The Compound That Boosts Memory, Focus and Energy
A deep dive into a 150-year-old compound that may boost memory, focus and energy. Conversation covers how it acts in mitochondria as an electron shuttle and why that matters after age 40. Research highlights include a human trial showing improved prefrontal activity and a 7% memory gain. Practical talk on dosing, safety cautions, and stacking with red light and nutrients.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 39min
The Complete Nutrition Blueprint For Men Over 40
A practical nutrition blueprint for men over 40 that centers calories, protein, carbs, and fats as controllable levers. A simple 5-day whole foods calibration and weekly-calorie focus replace daily perfection. Gut health, digestion rules, and genetics guide carb versus fat tolerance. Topics include protein targets, water timing, meal timing strategies, supplements, and calorie cycling to protect performance.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 49min
Why Elite Performers Still Self-Sabotage (And How to Stop)
Elliot Roe, a high-performance coach and regression hypnotherapist who helps leaders and athletes remove subconscious resistance. He explores how early childhood programs create self-sabotage. Listens for how physical sensations reveal blocks. Covers fear of success, why partial effort protects identity, and a quick self-audit to spot hidden resistance.
Feb 1, 2026 • 35min
The 6 Physiological Triggers for 100% Predictable Transformation
A practical system for predictable body transformation is broken down into six physiological levers. Sleep and circadian timing get top billing alongside inflammation, mitochondria, and genetics. You hear how to find the single constraint holding you back and why measuring outcomes matters more than chasing inputs. Nutrition, strength, mindset, and gut resilience are framed as integrated performance tools.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 34min
Mike O'Hearn: Why I Ignored The Judges (And Built a Legacy)
Mike O'Hearn, legendary athlete and lifelong strength advocate, reflects on discipline, longevity, and raising resilient kids. He talks about choosing personal standards over judges, training for life not trophies, rebuilding the iron brotherhood, and mentoring the next generation. Short, direct stories on why process beats approval and how a mission, map, and mentor shape lasting legacy.
Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 1min
Lee Priest – What 40 Years of Bodybuilding Taught Me About Training and Steroids
In this engaging discussion, Lee Priest, an Australian bodybuilding legend renowned for his impressive physique and candid insights, shares his journey through 40 years in the sport. He candidly discusses his contest prep cycles, emphasizing that training intensity is paramount, regardless of steroid use. Lee critiques modern bodybuilding's ‘softer’ look and the detrimental impact of phones on focus and training quality. He also reflects on the importance of mental toughness and the value of deducing myths surrounding extreme drug use in the industry.
Jan 12, 2026 • 1h 27min
Playing Small Destroys Your Future (2026 Wake Up Call) with Kenny Santucci
Kenny Santucci, founder of Strong New York and The Strength Club, shares his journey as a coach and community builder. He emphasizes how health acts as a force multiplier in life, discussing the dangers of overcommitting and the value of honest feedback. Kenny also delves into his transition from trainer to problem-solver, the importance of prioritization, and the power of exercise as a primary intervention. Additionally, they explore genetics' role in shaping choices and the significance of building strong community connections.
