Join a powerful journey of resilience as our guest Jeff Harmon shares his inspiring story of battling a rare, life-changing condition and pushing past every limit to live life fully.

From overcoming fear and embracing Spartan challenges to the ultimate goal of climbing Kilimanjaro, Jeff shows what it means to face adversity head-on, find strength in the struggle, and inspire others to do the same.

Discover how taking calculated risks and breaking through personal barriers can transform not just a single life, but everyone around it. Prepare to be moved, motivated, and ready to conquer your own challenges!

Highlights:

00:33 What it means to feel fully alive
02:47 Calculated risks and personal growth
03:42 Jeff’s journey with adrenomyeloneuropathy
05:41 The resilience of the human spirit
07:35 Being in a wheelchair and moving beyond sympathy
10:15 Advice for those not living life to the fullest
12:33 My Impossible Foundation and Kilimanjaro journey
15:12 - The importance of embracing life’s process
16:56 Jeff’s unexpected journey to Kilimanjaro
19:39 Dealing with self-doubt and feeling like a fraud
22:13 Believing in your story and sharing it
24:41 The power of listening deeply to others

In this episode, Mario Kalpou from Man Eats Wild brings you into the world of primal living and real food.

Joe De Sena and Mario dive deep into why modern life has made us lose touch with what really matters, like knowing where our food comes from and learning the skills to survive in the wild. They share stories of hunting, foraging, and reconnecting with nature to fuel the body with real, nutrient-dense food.

From alligator hunting in Florida to sourcing food without relying on grocery stores, they show how ancestral living can build strength and resilience. If you’re curious about the power of going back to basics and challenging the comforts of the modern world, tune in now!

Highlights:

00:00 Intro
00:47 The inspiration behind "Man Eats Wild"
02:20 Alligator hunting & dangerous liver toxicity
03:43 Is eating liver healthy?
04:57 Taking high-net-worth individuals on adventures
06:06 Teaching basic survival skills to kids
07:32 The Importance of struggle & exercise
09:43 Nutritional challenges in the U.S. vs. Europe
11:19 Food industry & RFK’s Perspective
13:07 Health legislation and freedom debate
15:25 Growing up to be a man in the wild
16:52 Living a natural lifestyle vs. modern influences
19:03 The role of exercise in daily life
20:09 Joe’s Training routines over the years
22:01 Where to Watch "Man Eats Wild"