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Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 17 - Natty or Not?In this episode, Greg and I dive into the weeds of macro adjustments, cut phases, and how calorie targets shift as your metabolism adapts. Greg's in the thick of a prep cut and starting to feel it—so we break down how hunger and energy change over time and why pushing through is part of the process.We also unpack:What makes coaching actually helpful (and where most coaches fall short)Why numbers without context can derail a client faster than under-eatingLessons from tracking everything vs. learning to tr...2025-07-2534 min
Savage Perspective PodcastIs Extended Fasting Sabotaging Your Muscle Gains?Is extended fasting gonna ruin your gains? In this episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, hosts Robert Sikes and Greg Mahler dive deep into the topic of extended fasting and its impact on muscle preservation, athletic performance, and long-term fat loss. From meal timing strategies to optimizing your energy levels during training, they cover how restrictive dieting could sabotage your progress, especially if you're an ambitious professional or athlete aiming for greatness. Whether you're pushing for fat adaptation, struggling with sugar cravings, or looking to maintain strength during a cut, this episode is packed with actionable insights designed to...2025-07-2132 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 16 - Greg's Competition RecapIn this episode, we break down Greg’s return to the competition stage at the Wisconsin Warrior! He walks us through every step—from the late-night drive to Eau Claire to crushing it in classic physique (and yes, winning the masters class solo 😎). We talk about show-day nutrition, shaky legs under those stage lights, and how critical posing practice really is.You’ll hear what it’s like to go from anxious first-timer to seasoned competitor, and why floating down a river with 15 other athletes the next day might just be the perfect post-show tradition. Plus, we talk about off-season...2025-07-1830 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Sugar Diet vs. The FAT DietCan eating 1,000 extra calories of fat every day actually transform your body and mind? How does sugar fit into the equation? In this groundbreaking episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes dives into the ultimate nutritional face-off: The Sugar Diet vs. The FAT Diet. Joined by Greg Mahler, they discuss the astounding results from Robert’s personal experiment consuming 1,000 extra fat calories daily. Hear how it impacted his energy, mental clarity, and performance, and uncover the surprising truth about sugar’s role in your diet. Episode 797 will change how you look at the fuel your body runs on.2025-07-1636 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast Episode 15 Body Dysmorphia and a New Baby!In this episode, Greg and I dive into one of the most overlooked aspects of a successful health journey: resolve. We talk openly about body image and how even as seasoned lifters, it's easy to fixate on imperfections—especially when life throws curveballs like newborns, long days, or stress from running businesses.We reflect on how lifestyle choices become more impactful as we age, why optimizing things like sleep, air quality, and clean water really matter, and how "dad bod" isn't a fate—it's a choice. From macro tracking and body dysmorphia to embracing each phase of trai...2025-07-1144 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 14 - Car Talk and Biz DevIn this episode, Greg and I kick things off with a walk down memory lane, sharing every car we've ever owned—from 1980s minivans and old farm trucks to Teslas and our current rigs. You'll hear some hilarious stories, including Greg flipping his first Bronco just a block from home and me hauling Keto Bricks in a cargo van that died en route to KetoCon.We also dive deep into an exciting high-fat, low-protein experiment I just wrapped up. I bumped my calories to 4,000 per day with 400g of fat and less than 10% protein—and get this...2025-07-0438 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 13 - Prep, Stress, SleepIn this episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of contest prep, metabolic strategy, and managing life when the intensity ramps up. Robert breaks down the results from his 4:1 ketogenic macro experiment—4,000+ calories a day with only 9% protein—and how it might be used as a short-term metabolic reset during long preps. Greg's about to try it too, right after his first show.We also talk through how contest prep affects relationships, sleep, and stress. Greg opens up about some big personal transitions, and both of us reflect on how important it is to have a solid support syst...2025-06-2737 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 12 - 4:1 Keto and Bodybuilding CompetitionThis week we’re recapping a packed weekend full of purpose and positive energy. We kicked things off talking about pre-dawn training with Lincoln High’s football team, putting the guys through a brutal full-body workout and some real talk on nutrition, consistency, and staying natural. It was a blast pouring into the next generation and seeing how much it meant to them.Right after that, we were off to Joe Wilson’s Natural Bodybuilding Competition. From teens showing serious potential to a friendly but fierce pump-off competition, it was inspiring across the board. Greg's prep is hittin...2025-06-2031 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast Episode 10 - Meat Stock & MusclesIn this wild ride of an episode, we’re recapping our Meatstock adventure, from muddy mountain venues to vending next to Carnivore Bar and handing out keto bricks like candy to a ravenous crew of carnivores (yes, Shawn Baker included). We talk about what went right, what could improve, and why we’re doubling down for next year.But that’s just the beginning—we also dive into:The chaos of flight delays and a midnight road trip through the Smoky Mountains 🚗💨Tornadoes tearing through Northwest Arkansas while we were away 🌪️...2025-05-3030 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast Ep 9 - Sugar Diet & FamilyRegister For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQGreg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on InstagramIn this episode, Greg and I get real about parenthood, patience, and why toddlers have a talent for testing every ounce of it. We talk about Rigel's latest boundary-pushing phase and the fin...2025-05-1636 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast Episode 8 - Post Competition BingeRegister For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQGreg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/In this episode of The Work, Greg and I kick things off with a little fashion roast, a solid gym session recap, and then get into the nitty gritty behind the scenes at Keto...2025-05-0925 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast - Our Fave PeopleIn this one, we talk training, team updates, and how much we appreciate the folks who support us. I just wrapped up a brutal 20-mile march to qualify for the 50-miler later this year—feet are wrecked, but we made it. We also launched our tallow Cookie Dough flavor this weekend… and it sold out in 24 minutes! Wild.We break down the three kinds of customers we hear from during launches and why we're going all-in on a new loyalty program to show some love to the folks who've been with us since day one.On t...2025-04-1835 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Podcast Episode 005This one's packed with all kinds of good stuff, y'all.Greg and I kicked things off with some cowboy tunes and dove straight into our new full body training split—what's working, what's brutal (looking at you, Bulgarian split squats), and why we're loving it for prep. We also covered some solid strategies for eating clean while on the road, even if you're stuck at a gas station with limited options.We talked about:Staying disciplined while traveling (hard boiled eggs, dukes, and cooler hacks)Why most people crash diet and what we re...2025-04-1135 min
Savage Perspective PodcastThe Work Episode 001Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQThis episode is an informal, behind-the-scenes look at the business and entrepreneurial journey of Robert Sikes and Greg Mahler, both well-known in the ketogenic bodybuilding community. The podcast, a sub-series of The Savage Perspective, is titled The Work, aiming to provide an unfiltered, raw take on their daily grind, chal...2025-03-1434 min
My Fit TribeGreg Mahler: Unlocking the Power of KETOSend us a text "I’m so excited for this episode of My Fit Tribe with Greg Mahler, aka Keto Greg! We otake you on a journey from his ‘before’ picture 10 years ago, where he was struggling with poor health, to the Greg we know today—preparing for his next bodybuilding competition season. We also dive into the ketogenic diet—what it is, the pros and cons, and answer some of the most frequently asked questions. So grab the beef, the bacon, and let’s check it out!"Support the show2025-01-2241 min
Softy & Dick InterviewsGreg Biggins of 247 Sports on Huskies 2024 National Signing Day ClassGreg Biggins from 247 Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Washington Huskies recruiting class for National Signing Day, who can play right away for UW, recruiting linemen, the transfer portal action coming, and the state’s #1 player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-12-0509 min
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 11-8 Hour 2: Greg Lewis & Mario Bailey, Wheels NewsIn the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined at Penn State by Greg Lewis and Mario Bailey to talk about tomorrow’s Huskies road game against Penn State then discuss Geno Smith before sharing some sad news about Brian “Wheels” Wheeler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-11-0937 min
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 10-14 Hour 2: Greg Lewis on Huskies, Jedd Fisch SoundIn the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Husky Honk Greg Lewis about the Washington Huskies loss in Iowa over the weekend, then the guys listen and react to comments from Head Coach Jedd Fisch about the year and red zone offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-10-1530 min
Softy & Dick InterviewsGreg Lewis on Iowa Trip, Huskies Loss, Quarterback Play, KickingHusky Honk and former Washington running back Greg Lewis joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Dawgs’ loss at Iowa last weekend, the entire trip to Iowa, the quarterback play from Rogers and Williams, the decision making and kicking issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-10-1517 min
Softy & Dick InterviewsGreg Biggins on SoCal Sports, Big UW Football Recruiting NewsGreg Biggins of 247 Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his Southern California sports teams he roots for plus big Huskies football recruiting news including the last few days of commitments from important players for the years ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-2619 min
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 6-25 Hour 2: Greg Biggins + Softy Mariners TweetsIn the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Greg Biggins of 247 Sports to talk about his Southern California teams plus some big news on the Huskies football recruiting front, then the guys discuss Softy’s Twitter behavior with the Mariners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-2627 min
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 6-17 Hour 2: Caddie Greg Bodine, McIlroy’s BehaviorIn the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Greg Bodine, Caddie for Bryson DeChambeau, who won the U.S. Open yesterday, about the wild ending to the tournament, then the guys discuss Rory McIlroy’s behavior since losing the tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-1828 min
Softy & Dick InterviewsGreg Bodine, Bryson DeChambeau’s Caddie, on US Open VictoryGreg Bodine, Caddie for Bryson DeChambeau, who won the U.S. Open in golf on Sunday, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the tournament victory, what he told Bryson during Sunday’s final round, plus how he got the job with Bryson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-1819 min
The Reel RejectsPOLICE ACADEMY (1984) MOVIE REVIEW!! FIRST TIME WATCHING!!TIME FOR ANOTHER SLICE OF CLASSIC '80S COMEDY!! Save Money & Cancel Unwanted Subscriptions By Going To https://rocketmoney.com/rejects Police Academy Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejectsHaving finally seen Crocodile Dundee a month or two back, John Humphrey & Aaron Alexander head off to the POLICE ACADEMY to give their First Time Reaction, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review for the beloved Screwball Comedy that launched an entire dang FRANCHISE!! Featuring Steve Guttenberg (Short Circut, Three Men and a Baby) as Mahoney, Kim Cattrall (Sex & The City, Big Trouble in Little China...2024-05-1823 min
Machine MindsEpisode 27 | Simplifying Robotics Systems for Logistics | Jeff MahlerIn today's episode of The Machine Minds Show, we delve into the fascinating world of Ambi Robotics with our special guest, Jeff Mahler, Co-Founder and CTO of the company. Ambi Robotics’s mission is to build AI-powered robotics that empower employees to work smarter and safer, increasing the operational resilience for global brands by creating a more efficient supply chain This episode promises to be a thought-provoking and enlightening conversation. Join us and watch how Jeff Mahler journey and accomplishments serve as an inspiration to aspiring entre...2024-04-2746 min
Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick FainSofty & Dick 4-9 Hour 1: NCAA Ratings, M’s Poor Play, Greg ManleyIn the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen react to the NCAA women’s title game getting bigger ratings than the men’s title game, discuss the Mariners continued struggles, then look ahead to The Masters this week with Greg Manley, from Augusta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-04-1038 min
Softy & Dick InterviewsGreg Manley of TaylorMade Golf on Masters Coming Up This WeekGreg Manley, Golf Pro with TaylorMade Golf, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen from Augusta, Georgia to discuss the Masters coming up this week, including how the course has changed over time, how Tiger Woods looks, plus the LIV and PGA divide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-04-1010 min
The Bowery Boys: New York City History#423 Leonard Bernstein's New York, New YorkOn the morning of November 14th, 1943, Leonard Bernstein, the talented 25-year-old assistant conductor of the New York Philharmonic, got a phone call saying he would at last be leading the respected orchestral group — in six hours, that afternoon, with no time to rehearse.The sudden thrust into the spotlight transformed Bernstein into a national celebrity. For almost five decades, the wunderkind would be at the forefront of American music, as a conductor, composer, virtuoso performer, writer, television personality and teacher.He would also help create the most important Broadway musicals of the mid-20th century — On T...2023-12-211h 10
Savage Perspective PodcastKeeping Holiday Eating Under Control with Greg MahlerWith the holidays around the corner, the temptation to over-indulge can be intense. For this episode, I welcomed back good friend and client, Greg Mahler, to help coach us on how to enjoy ourselves over the holidays without overdoing it. What you'll hear: Navigating holiday nutritional challenges (2:31) Planning for holiday gatherings and not sacrificing relationships for food (7:47) Incorporating more lenient macronutrient goals, allowing for occasional deviations for flavor and enjoyment (13:59) Avoiding disordered eating during the holidays (18:00) Why it's not wise to make extreme New Year's resolutions (26:27) Our experiences with family during a ke...2023-11-2033 min
Savage Perspective PodcastPost-show Banter with Greg MahlerI'm short on time, short on sleep, and short on podcast episodes, so I welcomed my good friend and client, Greg Mahler, on the show to recap my competition at the Monster Mash. What you'll hear: My performance at the show and improved vascularity and symmetry (2:32) Lessons I learned during this last show, including being more personable on stage during posing (7:57) Training and nutrition strategies for my upcoming competition (10:23) Greg's experience working with me and the importance of reverse dieting after a prep (18:06) Not comparing oneself to others on social media (20:14) The gr...2023-11-1036 min
Radio Health Journal | The Latest in Health, Science & Public Policy“You Don’t Deserve To Be Tolerated”: Healing From Toxic RelationshipsMany of us have experienced a toxic relationship at one point in our lives – whether we were the aggressors or the victims. Jaime Mahler, a psychotherapist, specializes in helping people move past this relationship pattern. She explains how to notice when you’re in an unhealthy situation and how to start your journey of healing.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/you-dont-deserve-to-be-tolerated-healing-from-toxic-relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-0313 min
Supersetyourlife.com PodcastE158 – IPE Pro “Keto” Greg on Bell’s Brownie Batter Brick, Quitting Smoking, and Being Coached By a SAVAGE!Greg Mahler is a natural ketogenic IPE professional bodybuilder, Keto Brick™ sales manager, & ISSA certified personal trainer!
IG: @ketogreg80
TIME STAMPS:
02:27 How “KETO GREG” got “addicted to results” and went ALL-IN with bodybuilding!
03:48 From “FEELING LIKE CRAP” to keto pro!
08:50 Bell’s Brownie Batter first bite!!
11:11 MARK BELL’S STEAK-SHAKE protein powder collaboration!
17:07 How to troubleshoot which plants your body tolerates.
21:29 Greg’s experience competing in various bodybuilding federations.
26:26 BLUEBERRY MUFFIN BARS are coming back???
30:03 Maple pecan Keto Bricks™!
34:37 Overcoming OBESITY and...2023-06-1350 min
Savage Perspective PodcastWalking the Walk with Greg MahlerGreg is a current client of mine and also one of our Deeper State Keto coaches. He earned his pro card following a ketogenic protocol and he’s currently training for his 2023 competition season. In this episode, we discuss what he’s currently working on as far as his prep is concerned and various issues and topics going around the keto space as a whole.2022-12-3053 min
Savage Perspective PodcastGetting to Know New Deeper State Keto Coaches Jen Pittaro and Greg MahlerI’m pleased to introduce our new Deeper State Keto coaches, Jen and Greg. Both are clients of mine and earned their pro cards this year. They’re extremely dedicated, amazing individuals and I know they’re going to be incredible coaches as well. I’m looking forward to working with them and I’m excited for their future clients.2022-01-2148 min
Savage Perspective PodcastNatural Bodybuilding the Savage Way with Greg MahlerFor this episode, I invited client and friend Greg Mahler to the compound for a few days to film a few videos and discuss his experience working with me doing a ketogenic, natural bodybuilding prep. We had an amazing few days and I can’t wait to share with you everything we have in the pipeline. I hope you enjoy this podcast, especially if you’re interested in a ketogenic bodybuilding protocol.2021-11-0144 min
Blind Best, le podcastLa Pyramide musicale du 17 juillletAprès leur prestation mercredi dans Blind Best en huitième de finale, nous retrouvons Leslie, Benjamin et Greg dans cet épisode de la Pyramide musicale, où les titres sont de plus en plus difficiles à trouver !
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2021-07-1709 min
Blind Best, le podcast[n°45] Leslie vs. Greg : fair play, difficulté et Jean-Michel Septembre (huitième de finale G)Pour notre avant-dernier quart de finale, on retrouve d'un côté Leslie, qui avait brillé sur des playlists à base de Star ac et d'Eurovision, et qui est épaulée par Benjamin, face à Greg, qui avait notamment excellé sur une playlist où l'on parlait années 90. Les voici cette fois face à face !
Pour retrouver la playlist de cette émission, direction Spotify en cliquant ici !
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2021-07-1453 min
Broken CampfireHey Vader, I Didn't Hear No BellSoon to be shuttered by Google, the broken men nonetheless saddle up and persevere. Flask, John, Vito, Andy, and Greg shoot the poop about Jedi: Fallen Order, Lupin (Arsene), First Class Trouble, WandaVision, Valheim, Bill Nye's credentials, The Medium, Space Sweepers, Star Wars ESB & RotJ, Nioh 2, Yakuza 3, Pillars of Eternity 1 & 2, Grounded, CDProjekt ransoms, the open grave waiting for Anthem, Goldeneye… for Xbox??, Thomas Mahler's outspokenness, and the loitering specter of E3.
Find out more at https://broken-campfire.pinecast.co2021-02-121h 59
Blind Best, le podcastLa pyramide musicale de GregDans cet épisode, au tour de Greg de se mesurer à la Pyramide musicale de Blind Best ! Une playlist de 10 titres de plus en plus difficiles à identifier. Jusqu'où est-il allé ? Réponse dans une dizaine de minutes !
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2021-01-3013 min
Blind Best, le podcast[n°21] Greg vs. Manu : révisions, podcasts et pieds dans l'eauDuel de podcasteurs dans ce 21e épisode de Blind Best le podcast, avec d'un côté Greg, animateur du podcast Culture 2000 et fan d'Yves Simon, de PNL et Pantera, affronte Manu, animateur de Radio K7, et amateur de Brian Eno, de Philippe Katerine et de Dr Alban.
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2021-01-2743 min
The Articulate FlyAn Evening with Capt. Debbie Hanson of SheFishes2Join us for our conversation with Capt. Debbie Hanson, outdoor writer, Florida guide and the driving force behind SheFishes2.com. Debbie shares everything from memories of fishing a Snoopy rod with her grandfather, to the tremendous angling opportunities in Southwest Florida to her efforts to grow the sport we all love. Thanks again to this episode’s sponsor, Tuckaseegee Fly Shop. Folks Debbie Mentioned Dan Blanton Drew Chicone Alberto Knie Joe Mahler Capt. Cody Pierce George Poveromo Ron Presley Capt. Greg Stamper Florida Conservation Organizations Calusa Waterkeeper Captains for Clean Water Everglades Foundation Women-Friendly Ev...2019-09-2045 min
Futility ClosetThe Destruction of the Doves Type In March 1913, Thomas James Cobden-Sanderson threw the most beautiful typeface in the world off of London's Hammersmith Bridge to keep it out of the hands of his estranged printing partner. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast we'll explore what would lead a man to destroy the culmination of his life's work -- and what led one modern admirer to try to revive it. We'll also scrutinize a housekeeper and puzzle over a slumped child. Intro: Gustav Mahler rejected the Berlin Royal Opera because of the shape of his...2017-09-0433 min
The Entrepreneur Show hosted by John Spencer EllisThe Entrepreneur Show: The Business of Sunlighten SaunaThe Business of Sunlighten Sauna with Aaron Zack The John Spencer Ellis show is for new and experienced entrepreneurs who are making their mark in the world. Topics include business, marketing, branding, leadership, PR, publicity, SEO, social media, lifestyle design, tax reduction, wealth creation, and much more. Learn how to work less, earn more, and have more fun while you help your clients reach their goals. Guests include: Jesse Elder, Jean-Pierre De Villiers, Chris Brown, Erik Rokeach, Funk Roberts, Tony Blauer, Lorenzo Lamas, Steve Krebs, Peter Scott IV, Scott Colby, Matt Trainer, Pat Rigsby, Dax Moy, Chad Howse, Mike Gillette, J...2017-02-2400 min
Dave Softy MahlerSofty Show 2-21 Hour 1Softy's first show back after a very emotional weekend. He talked about some memories of Copper and how he affected their lives. Also some talk about UW hoops and Greg Amsinger from MLB Network2017-02-2243 min