Plant Protein, Part 2: The Truth About Where Your Protein Comes From

In this follow-up to his deep dive on protein, Darin exposes the other side of the protein story: where your food comes from, what's really in it, and how the system itself affects your health, the planet, and the animals. From factory farm contamination to antibiotic resistance, industry lobbying, and why plants still win on every level — Darin breaks down the research, ethics, and environmental data so you can make conscious choices that fuel a truly SuperLife.     What You'll Learn [00:00] Welcome + sponsor message: plastic waste, conscious products, and Bite Toothpaste [02:47] Introduction — the real protein conversation continues [03:00] The source of your food matters more than macros [03:10] Contamination, ethics, and the reality of factory farming [03:30] Stewardship vs. dominion — a call for responsibility [04:01] EPA data: confined animal operations and environmental chaos [05:00] Foodborne illness: salmonella, E. coli, and what contamination really means [05:57] Antibiotics, resistance, and hormones in animal agriculture [06:42] Persistent pollutants (PFOAs) showing up in food and milk [07:10] How animal feed (soy and corn) drives ecological damage [07:57] USDA marketing boards + industry lobbying against plant alternatives [08:38] Darin's 17 years vegan — data and lived experience [09:00] The numbers: amino acids, LDL, fat swaps, and longevity [09:47] Common plant-based protein myths answered [12:59] Patreon message — upgrade your operating system and join the tribe [14:03] The cancer connection: processed and red meat research [14:47] Iron, B12, and what vegans actually need to know [15:37] Soy, testosterone, and thyroid myths debunked [16:08] Protein quality: why mixing plant foods covers all bases [16:31] Feeling better on moderate meat? Understanding the trade-offs [17:18] Substitution data: even small swaps improve health outcomes [17:57] Processed vs. ultra-processed: why Beyond Meat isn't the enemy [18:09] Environmental impact: why beef's footprint dwarfs plant protein [19:05] Food miles myth — what you eat matters more than distance [19:29] Cost and accessibility: the cheapest protein sources are plants [20:08] Contamination and antibiotic resistance rising annually [21:03] Anti-nutrients and the myth of plant dangers [21:47] Real-world evidence: fiber, polyphenols, and legume-based longevity [22:00] Final recap — all essential amino acids come from plants [22:17] Strongest evidence: plant protein wins ethically, environmentally, and scientifically     Thank You to Our Sponsors: SuperLife Patreon: Go towww.patreon.com/DarinOlien and sign up to start changing your life today Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com     Key Takeaway "All plants contain all essential amino acids. The more you swap red meat for plants, the longer, stronger, and cleaner your life becomes."  

In this mind-expanding episode, Darin sits down with Dani Fontaine — researcher, practitioner, and expert on the human body's forgotten communication system: the endocannabinoid system. They unravel how this network regulates everything from mood and sleep to pain and consciousness — and why it was deliberately scrubbed from mainstream medical education. Dani reveals how cannabinoids, light, sound, and nature all communicate with our body's receptor fields — shaping the way we feel, heal, and perceive the world. Together they explore the profound spiritual and scientific implications of this hidden system, and how it connects us back to balance, nature, and truth.     What You'll Learn 00:00:00 - Welcome to the SuperLife Podcast 00:00:32 - Sponsor: Energy Bits 00:01:52 - Introducing Guest Danny Fontaine: Cannabis Pioneer and Plant Medicine Healer 00:04:54 - Deep Dive: What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)? 00:06:30 - ECS: The Homeostasis and Retrograde Signaling System 00:09:20 - ECS as a Receptive System for Subtle Energies and Environment 00:10:23 - Endocannabinoid System Toning (X-Tone) 00:12:58 - When the ECS Gets Worn and Depleted 00:16:34 - ECS Receptors on Every Cell, Fascia, and Neural Makeup 00:19:14 - How the ECS Breaks Down: The Impact of False Light 00:22:11 - The ECS and Non-Photon Rich Food 00:23:40 - Modulating the ECS Through the Six Senses (Touch and Breath) 00:24:38 - Mitochondria and ECS Receptors (MTK, CB1) 00:25:14 - Endogenous ECS and the Need for Proper Nutrients 00:27:11 - Cannabis as our Phyto Twin: The Plant Factor 00:27:57 - THC and the Suppression of Anandamide (Bliss Molecule) 00:31:44 - Sponsor: Fatty 15 00:35:25 - The Vast Amount of ECS Research & Medical Suppression 00:38:27 - Cannabinoids, Pain, and Individual Assessment 00:40:29 - Modulating ECS with Nature: Terpenes like Pinene 00:42:51 - Olfactory System as the Most Sophisticated Input 00:47:03 - ECS as the "Microscope Moment" for Health 00:48:23 - Pinene, CB1, and TRP Receptors in Pain Management 00:50:39 - The ECS, Collagen, and Hyaluronic Acid Fluctuation 00:51:44 - Working with the ECS for Faster Results (Cancer and Genetic Mutations) 00:55:06 - Sponsor: SuperLife Patreon 00:56:39 - Measuring the ECS with Bio-Field Technology 00:57:29 - The Danger of THC Stacking and Immunosuppression 00:59:30 - Overwhelmed Cells and Fake Inputs 01:00:12 - Hemp as a Homeostasis Plant for the Planet (Soil Remediation/Carbon) 01:02:06 - ECS Strength in Animals vs. Humans 01:04:08 - Why Cannabis and Hemp Were Suppressed 01:07:07 - The Historical Use of Cannabis in Medicine 01:08:12 - Hemp's Nutritional Profile (Amino Acids and Omegas) 01:09:37 - Ayahuasca, Receptor Overexpression, and Looping 01:13:33 - Importance of ECS Knowledge and Application 01:14:58 - Exercise, Anandamide, and ECS Toning 01:15:22 - Cold Plunge and Shocking the ECS and Hormones 01:17:16 - Takeaways: Light, Movement, Sound, and Breath 01:21:41 - ECS: The Main Signaling and Communication System 01:23:28 - Final Thoughts: ECS as the Conduit to Self and Spirit     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. EnergyBits: Get 20% off your entire order by going to https://energybits.com/ and using code DARIN at checkout.     Find More from Dani Fontaine Instagram: @danifontaine Website: danifontaine.com Products: Try Dani's Nature Root     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com     Key Takeaway "Your endocannabinoid system isn't just a biology lesson — it's a bridge between your body and the universe. When you feed it light, breath, and truth, you remember what balance actually feels like."

In this solo episode, Darin dismantles one of the most persistent myths in nutrition: that plant proteins are incomplete or inferior. Drawing from decades of peer-reviewed research and his own 17-year plant-based journey, he breaks down how plants contain all essential amino acids, how digestibility differs from bioavailability, and why variety — not animal flesh — is the key to optimal health and longevity. This is part one of a two-part deep dive into protein, performance, and ethics — separating science from marketing and helping you understand where real nourishment begins.     What You'll Learn 00:00:00 - Intro and Sponsor: Fatty15 00:04:13 - Welcome to the Super Life Podcast 00:04:26 - Plant-Based Living and the Protein Question 00:06:24 - Protein Basics: Amino Acids in Plants 00:07:20 - Dr. Christopher Gardner and the Diversity of Plant Protein 00:09:52 - Protein Quality, Digestibility, and Flesh 00:11:12 - Heart Health: Stanford Twin Trial Results 00:12:02 - Saturated Fat, Polyunsaturated Fat, and Heart Disease 00:13:01 - Stanford Swap Meat Trial: Plant-Based Alternatives vs. Red Meat 00:14:14 - Sponsor: Our Place Cookware 00:17:01 - Longevity and Mortality Data 00:17:49 - Performance and Strength: Protein Requirements 00:20:47 - Easily Hitting Plant Protein Requirements 00:21:43 - Debunking the Carnivore Diet 00:23:02 - Closing Thoughts and Personal Point of View     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com   Key Takeaway "Living food creates life. Every amino acid, every cell, every act of nourishment begins with plants — not because of belief, but because that's where all protein begins."  

Living in Harmony with Earth: Robin Greenfield's Radical Simplicity In this inspiring conversation, Darin sits down with activist, environmentalist, and author Robin Greenfield — a man who has dedicated his life to proving that another way of living is possible. From giving up his cell phone and divesting from banks, to foraging 100% of his own food, Robin's radical experiments in simplicity challenge everything we've been taught about success, comfort, and happiness. Together, they explore how to reclaim sovereignty from destructive systems, find fulfillment in simplicity, and reconnect to the Earth through daily, mindful action. This isn't about perfection — it's about alignment, awareness, and choosing to live your truth, one conscious choice at a time. What You'll Learn 00:00:00 – Robin's awakening: how a six-figure lifestyle turned into a journey of radical change 00:05:00 – The documentaries and books that opened his eyes to global systems of destruction 00:07:00 – How he transformed his life through 100 conscious lifestyle changes — from banking to transportation 00:10:00 – Why "My life is my message" became his mantra, inspired by Gandhi 00:12:00 – Facing ego, societal pressure, and judgment while walking away from the American Dream 00:15:00 – Building resilience through challenge — from biking across the U.S. to living without a phone 00:18:00 – The inner transformation that comes from changing your environment and habits 00:20:00 – How true freedom begins with changing your surroundings and reclaiming your autonomy 00:25:00 – Robin's year of foraging — what it's like to live entirely off wild food 00:29:00 – The wild rice, seaweed, venison, and mushrooms that fuel his journey across America 00:33:00 – Regeneration at scale — why we can restore the planet if we act locally and mindfully 00:36:00 – The power of responsibility: living in alignment with your beliefs and values 00:42:00 – Finding peace and clarity through Vipassana meditation and self-awareness 00:46:00 – Why judgment and "rightness" block change — and how compassion creates true activism 00:50:00 – How foraging reconnects us to our senses and the intelligence of the natural world 00:54:00 – Robin and Darin's plan for a 2026 California foraging school collaboration Thank You to Our Sponsors Bite Toothpaste Bits — Ditch the plastic tubes. Try Bite today for 20% off with code DARIN20 at trybite.com/darin20. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order. Find More from Robin Greenfield Website: robingreenfield.org Instagram: @robjgreenfield YouTube: Robin Greenfield Learn more about his foraging journey: robingreenfield.org/foraging Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "When we stop trying to fix the world and start fixing our relationship with it, everything changes. True activism begins the moment we take responsibility for how we live, breathe, eat, and love."

In this solo episode, Darin takes on the "beef tallow" craze that's been sweeping the wellness world — exposing the industry manipulation, environmental costs, and scientific inaccuracies behind the trend. From skincare to supplements, companies are selling animal byproducts as miracle cures — but what's really happening behind the scenes? Darin dives into the industrial rendering process, the hidden pollution of factory farming, and the false "ancestral" marketing that's convincing people to buy into a billion-dollar rebrand of waste. This episode isn't about guilt — it's about truth, awareness, and sovereignty. Because when you know how the system really works, you can choose differently.     What You'll Learn 00:00:00 – Why Darin decided to peel back the layers on the beef tallow trend 00:01:00 – What tallow actually is: industrially rendered animal fat from slaughterhouse byproducts 00:03:00 – The dirty details: high-heat rendering, bleaching, deodorizing, and chemical refining 00:06:00 – The hidden foundation of factory farming and the myth of "ancestral" sourcing 00:08:00 – The human and environmental toll of the tallow supply chain — pollution, stress, and labor exploitation 00:10:00 – Marketing manipulation: how "natural" language disguises industrial exploitation 00:12:00 – Science check: why tallow isn't nutritionally superior to seed oils 00:14:00 – The clinical data: saturated vs. polyunsaturated fats and heart health 00:16:00 – The real safety issues — prion disease, contaminants, oxidation, and hidden toxins 00:18:00 – Why skincare claims are unproven — no data shows tallow outperforms plant oils 00:20:00 – The illusion of "zero-waste": how byproduct economics fuel more slaughter 00:22:00 – What "natural" actually costs — to the planet, animals, and human health 00:24:00 – The path forward: transparency, awareness, and choosing regenerative alternatives 00:26:00 – The SuperLife perspective: stop calling destruction natural — awareness is the first step toward change     Thank You to Our Sponsors Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. EnergyBits: 100% spirulina and chlorella tablets delivering pure food nutrition. Use code SUPERLIFE for 20% off at energybits.com.     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway "Let's stop calling destruction natural. When we stop buying into exploitation, we stop funding it — and that's when change begins for the animals, for the planet, and for us."     Bibliography / Key References Meatscience.org, "Rendering 101" (industry rendering overview) FAO / Codex Alimentarius, edible fats and oils specifications (MIU, peroxide, etc.) Sölens / rendering-industry chemical supplier blogs (on refining aids, odor control) FDA/EPA dioxin/PCB in fats monitoring programs AHA/ACC (American Heart Association / American College of Cardiology) review on saturated vs unsaturated fats and cardiovascular disease PubMed articles on prion resistance to rendering Derm & cosmetic reviews on tallow/animal fats in skincare Industry & environmental NGO reports on factory farming's greenhouse gas, water, land use, manure pollution, worker conditions

In a digital world saturated with questionable dating advice from self-proclaimed gurus, Dr. Max Butterfield has emerged as a powerful and refreshing voice of reason. A professor with a Ph.D. in psychology, Max never intended to become a social media star. Tasked by a literary agent to simply build a small online presence for a book deal, he accidentally tapped into a massive cultural nerve, dissecting viral relationship videos with research-backed clarity and amassing over a million followers in just a few months. His journey is a testament to the power of authentic expertise, proving that in a sea of misinformation, people are desperately searching for grounded, scientific truth to navigate the complexities of human connection. This conversation is a masterclass in the psychology of modern relationships, going far beyond surface-level tips to explore the deep undercurrents shaping how we connect today. Dr. Butterfield breaks down why the "paradox of choice" fueled by dating apps makes us treat people as disposable and how these platforms are financially incentivized to keep you single . He and Darin dive into the critical difference between initial physical attraction and the values that predict long-term happiness, the truth about "soulmates," and the foundational skills—like managing conflict, building safety through mutual disclosure, and simple kindness—that are essential for growing a healthy, lasting partnership. What You'll Learn [04:52] The Accidental Influencer: A Quest for 100 Followers That Ignited a Movement [07:19] The Danger of Expertise: Why What You Know Can Get in the Way [09:47] The Algorithm's Easter Gift: Discovering That Instagram Is a Dating App [10:54] The Trap of Absolute Statements: Why "All Men" or "All Women" Is Your First Mistake [12:58] The Tyranny of Choice: When Endless Options Make People Feel Disposable [14:48] The Business of Keeping You Single: How Dating Apps Are Built to Fail [17:54] The Lost Art of Patience: Looking to the Past to Build a Future [19:40] The Unseen Green Flags: The Power of Genuine Curiosity [25:47] The Saboteur in the Parking Lot: Confronting Your Unconscious Patterns in Love [28:47] The Death of the Village: Losing Community, Accountability, and Self-Regulation [32:24] The Great Deception: What We Say We Want vs. Who We Actually Choose [36:28] The Alchemy of Attraction: How Your Behavior Literally Changes Your Brain Chemistry [38:15] The Four Horsemen of Contempt: Why How You Argue Is Everything [40:07] The True Meaning of Respect: It's Kindness, Not Fear [43:20] The Radical Act of Honesty: Letting the Universe Sort It Out [45:47] The Sacred Exchange of Mutual Disclosure: Building Unshakeable Safety [53:24] Stupid Games, Stupid Prizes: Debunking the "Rules" That Ruin Relationships [56:22] You Don't Find a Soulmate, You Grow One [01:04:14] The Grand Misunderstanding: What Men and Women Get Wrong About Attraction [01:15:46] The Jealousy Trap: Can Men and Women Really Be Just Friends? [01:22:35] Growing Up Together: The Secret to a 23-Year Marriage That Started in College [01:27:57] The Professor's Megaphone: Sharing Truth on a Global Stage Thank You to Our Sponsors Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN for 20% off your order. Find More from Dr. Max Butterfield Instagram: @drmaxbutterfield Website: drmaxwellness.com Download his Long-Distance Relationship Survival Guide Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "Your hormones aren't broken — they're responding to your environment, your thoughts, and your stress. When you reconnect to safety, balance minerals, and honor rest, the body remembers how to heal itself."

In this solo episode, Darin pulls back the curtain on one of the most important parts of his life:  he prepares for travel. From the supplements that keep his immune system strong to hydration hacks, adaptogenic elixirs, and EMF protection, this episode is a masterclass in staying grounded and resilient on the road. Travel doesn't have to destroy your health — it can actually elevate it. With a few intentional rituals, smart packing, and awareness, you can turn every trip into an opportunity to deepen your energy, focus, and connection to yourself. What You'll Learn 00:00:00 – Why travel is stressful and how to transform it into an empowering, health-boosting experience 00:01:00 – Darin's supplement protocol: Vitamin D3/K2, probiotics, zinc, vitamin C, and glutathione for immune defense 00:03:00 – The antioxidant power of glutathione and why it's critical for long flights and radiation exposure 00:04:30 – How CBD and terpenes support stress resilience and circadian rhythm through the endocannabinoid system 00:05:20 – Why magnesium and NAD are the unsung heroes of travel recovery and energy 00:06:30 – Darin's morning elixir recipe: cacao, guarana, ashwagandha, chaga, ginseng, and monk fruit 00:08:00 – Hydration 101: how to use a manual RO filter, mineralize your water, and ditch plastic 00:10:00 – How to build nutrient density into travel days using chlorella, spirulina, Shakeology, and Barukas 00:12:00 – Travel nutrition sovereignty: packing your own snacks, fasting, and avoiding airline food 00:14:00 – Movement anywhere: Darin's "portable gym" using bungee cords and bodyweight routines 00:16:00 – The 3-hour morning ritual: NewCalm, Healing Codes, journaling, cacao, red light therapy, and breathwork 00:20:00 – How to avoid radiation scanners, mitigate EMFs, and use WaveGuard for energy field protection 00:22:00 – Why Darin microdoses nicotine for cognitive focus and immune modulation 00:23:00 – Breathing practices for immune strength: 3–4 rounds of 40 deep breaths, Wim Hof style 00:24:00 – How to pack fruit and salads in mason jars to stay hydrated and nourished on planes 00:26:00 – Grounding after flights: barefoot on the earth, morning sunlight, and re-aligning your circadian rhythm Thank You to Our Sponsors Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "Preparation is sovereignty. When you take responsibility for your nutrition, your hydration, and your energy before you travel, you're no longer surviving the trip — you're expanding through it." Bibliography Martineau AR et al. Vitamin D supplementation to prevent acute respiratory infections: systematic review. BMJ. 2017. Goldenberg JZ et al. Probiotics for prevention of respiratory infections. Cochrane Database. 2017. Hemilä H. Vitamin C and zinc in common cold. Nutrients. 2017. Blessing EM et al. Cannabidiol as a potential treatment for anxiety disorders. Neurotherapeutics. 2015. Morris HJ et al. Spirulina and chlorella as functional foods. Nutrients. 2022. Longo VD, Panda S. Fasting, circadian rhythms, and time-restricted feeding. Cell Metabolism. 2016. Booth FW et al. Waging war on physical inactivity. J Physiol. 2017. Balmori A. Electromagnetic pollution from radiofrequency fields. Pathophysiology. 2015. Kox M et al. Voluntary activation of sympathetic nervous system and attenuation of the innate immune response. PNAS. 2014.

Your fascia — that connective tissue wrapping every muscle, nerve, and organ — doesn't just hold the body together, it also holds memory, tension, and unprocessed trauma. In this episode, Jess shares how years of disconnection and burnout eventually led her to discover fascia as both a map and a doorway back to health. Through breath, movement, and intentional release, fascia can unlock stored emotions, rebalance the nervous system, and help us feel safe in our own skin again. This conversation is about reclaiming your body at its most fundamental level — and why healing the fascia is the key to healing everything else. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Introduction and Jess's journey into burnout and breakdown 03:00 – Why fascia is the body's hidden "quantum interface" and emotional storage system 07:00 – How modern life overloads our fascia through EMFs, stress, poor food, and lack of stillness 10:00 – The science proving fascia is our largest sensory organ — with 6–10x more sensory input than muscle 13:00 – How trauma embeds in tissue and why fascia holds onto blockages until emotional truth is acknowledged 16:00 – Fascia as the body's scaffolding: why blockages cause pain in places far away from the original injury 20:00 – The parallels between fascia and ancient healing systems: meridians, energy flow, and indigenous wisdom 26:00 – Fascia as the communication superhighway for energy, emotion, and intuition 31:00 – Why treating fascia as a delicacy (not with force) leads to lasting results 33:00 – Fascia and chronic pain: the missing link in fibromyalgia and autoimmune conditions 40:00 – Owning our healing: how mindset and self-responsibility unlock recovery 45:00 – Dr. Jess's self-help fascia release methods: the 3-3-3 rhythm and pull-pulse-push techniques 50:00 – Tools, technology, and how fascia work unlocks the lymphatic, circulatory, and immune systems 59:00 – The Fascia Blueprint: why this work is set to transform the entire wellbeing industry   Thank You to Our Sponsors: Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order. Pique Tea: Go to www.piquelife.com/darin to get 20% off all products for life and a free starter kit. Connect with Jess Instagram: @thefasciamovement Website: thefasciamovement.com Self Healing Institute (launching in 2025): theselfhealinginstitute.com Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "Your fascia is the body's memory bank. When you learn to release it — with breath, movement, and intention — you don't just free the body, you free the emotions and energy that were trapped inside."

In this episode, Darin exposes the toxic truth behind the billion-dollar anti-aging skincare industry. From mercury to PFOAs (the same chemical used in Teflon), many "miracle creams" and skin-lightening products marketed as beauty solutions are actually silently poisoning us. Darin breaks down the science, the loopholes in FDA regulation, and the real dangers of what's being absorbed through our skin — from hormone disruption to cancer and even risks to children. More importantly, he offers solutions: how to identify red flags, choose safe alternatives, and reclaim sovereignty over what you put on your body. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission to live free from fatal conveniences 00:32 – The cookware sponsor shoutout and why toxic exposure starts in the kitchen 03:08 – Fatal Convenience focus: anti-aging skincare products and hidden toxins 04:39 – Why what you put on your skin is like ingesting it — the reality of transdermal absorption 05:40 – Mercury in cosmetics: how it destroys biology and hides under confusing chemical names 08:18 – PFOAs (Teflon chemicals) in skincare and why they're linked to cancer and hormone disruption 10:28 – The dangers extend beyond users — off-gassing mercury can affect families and children 11:29 – Even the FDA admits toxicity, yet products still end up on shelves 12:25 – Supplement sponsor shoutout: Manna Vitality for cellular renewal 14:20 – Mercury exposure risks for pregnant and nursing mothers, and infants 15:19 – Signs of mercury poisoning: irritability, tremors, depression, numbness 16:24 – Conflicts of interest and failures at FDA, EPA, USDA — why regulation isn't protecting you 17:26 – How to protect yourself: avoid "anti-aging" and "skin-lightening" labels, and do due diligence 18:20 – Brands exposed for cutting corners and why demand must shift 18:55 – Choosing botanical, organic, chemical-free products as the true path to health 19:26 – Final reminder: don't buy into marketing that preys on insecurity — sovereignty starts with awareness Thank You to Our Sponsors Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order. Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "If you wouldn't eat it, don't put it on your skin. Mercury, PFOAs, and toxic chemicals in anti-aging creams are poisoning us — but when we choose botanical, organic, and safe alternatives, we reclaim our health and our sovereignty."

From crippling illness and psychiatric meds to discovering the hidden world of parasites, Joshua Macin has lived through a transformation few could imagine. After years of panic attacks, depression, and a desperate search through Western medicine and plant medicines, Joshua uncovered the link between toxicity, parasites, and chronic illness — and turned his suffering into a mission to help others reclaim sovereignty over their health. In this episode, Joshua and Darin dive into the misunderstood role of parasites, the terrain theory of health, and the warrior's path of detox. They also explore protocols, from castor oil to coffee enemas, that can help clear the body and reset the nervous system, along with the deeper spiritual journey that comes when the body is no longer hijacked by hidden invaders.     What You'll Learn in This Episode: ● 00:00:00 – Catching up with Joshua: the difference since his first appearance ● 00:01:27 – Joshua's origin story: four years of illness, panic attacks, and depression ● 00:02:14 – Discovering detox, parasites, and how toxins create an acidic terrain ● 00:02:54 – Resurrecting himself through years of cleansing and repair ● 00:05:23 – The environment principle: why garbage breeds parasites ● 00:07:34 – First parasite cleanses and the shocking worms that came out ● 00:10:04 – Trauma, heavy metals, and acidic environments that invite low vibration ● 00:12:29 – Spiritual bootcamp in the Amazon and learning to love himself ● 00:13:16 – The first worm released and how it changed everything ● 00:14:46 – Recognizing parasite-driven hunger vs. true hunger ● 00:16:28 – How parasites manipulate thoughts and hijack behavior ● 00:19:14 – Different types of parasites: from microscopic to massive worms ● 00:22:00 – Sushi, pork, and restaurant food as breeding grounds for parasites ● 00:29:18 – Ultra-processed foods as "nitric oxide for parasites" ● 00:32:34 – Acidifying your life through negative thoughts and trauma ● 00:35:03 – Darin's own coffee enema experience with Joshua's protocols ● 00:39:33 – The shift in energy after clearing the gut and what sovereignty feels like ● 00:43:08 – Why detox pathways must be open before parasite cleanses ● 00:44:22 – Castor oil as a monthly "reset" for everyone ● 00:46:05 – Essential oils, suppositories, and advanced parasite protocols ● 00:47:00 – Chlorine dioxide (CDS) as a controversial but powerful oxidative therapy ● 00:52:07 – Dr. Hulda Clark's work on parasites and cancer ● 00:55:37 – Sovereignty, stewardship of the body, and listening to your soul ● 01:01:23 – From torment to transformation: Joshua's life now     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.     Connect with Joshua Macin Instagram: @Joshuamacin Website: thedetoxdudes.com     Find More From Darin: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Podcast: Superlife     Key Takeaway "Parasites thrive in toxic, acidic environments — but when you cleanse, repair, and reclaim sovereignty, you open a clear channel to vitality, authenticity, and your true connection to life."