Keto/Carnivore Conversations

• 148. Carnivore Ray: I Don’t Give a Rip. Carnivore Ray’s Journey from Depression to Radical Clarity

  In this raw and electrifying episode, Carnivore Ray shares his deeply personal transformation—from chronic knee pain, depression, and suicidal ideation to mental clarity, weight loss, and purpose through the carnivore diet. What started as a skeptical experiment inspired by Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson quickly became a viral movement, as Ray’s story touched millions across TikTok and Instagram.Ray and Dr. Kiltz dive into the emotional, spiritual, and biochemical shifts that come with eliminating plant toxins and embracing fatty meat. From faith and friendship to food addiction and social media backlash, Ray opens up about what it means to heal, to lead, and to love people boldly.🔥 Topics include:Losing 90+ pounds and reversing chronic painEscaping depression and suicidal thoughts without medicationThe power of fatty meat and simplicity in healingWhy social media became his unexpected ministryFaith, broken family roots, and finding purpose through serviceFood addiction, emotional coping, and true dietary freedomWhy “I don’t give a rip” became his rallying cry for truthThis episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in survival mode. Ray’s story is proof that healing isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual, emotional, and deeply human.

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• 134. Christopher Brandlin: The Food Pyramid. Science or Strategic Misdirection?

  In this riveting episode, attorney and health advocate Chris Brandlin shares his extraordinary transformation—from a powerlifting law student to a gut-compromised patient navigating medical trauma, Lyme disease, and the failures of conventional healthcare. After a devastating surgery and years of misdiagnosis, Chris found healing through the carnivore diet, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and a radical shift in mindset.Now pursuing a PhD in public policy and running for Congress, Chris exposes the systemic flaws in medical education, pharmaceutical influence, and public health policy. He calls for a revolution—one rooted in regenerative farming, grassroots advocacy, and metabolic truth.🔥 Topics include:Gut surgery gone wrong and the emotional toll of medical gaslightingHealing through carnivore, fat-forward nutrition, and ancestral wisdomThe dangers of plant toxins, processed foods, and pharmaceutical biasHyperbaric oxygen therapy and fasting as tools for recoveryWhy lean meat and low-fat diets are sabotaging public healthThe role of policy, education, and social media in shaping health narrativesSupporting local farmers and flipping the food pyramid upside downRunning for Congress to fight for truth, transparency, and metabolic freedomChris’s story is a wake-up call for anyone who’s been failed by the system—and a rallying cry for those ready to reclaim their health, their voice, and their future.

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• 147. Diane Ladd: Healing Against All Odds. Diane Ladd’s Journey Through MS, Autoimmunity, and the Carnivore Awakening

  In this deeply moving episode, Diane Ladd—a mental health therapist, mother, and fierce truth-seeker—shares her extraordinary transformation after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and enduring a cascade of debilitating symptoms. From slurred speech and brain fog to near immobility, Diane faced a medical system that offered little hope. But her story didn’t end there.Guided by faith and desperation, Diane turned to the carnivore diet—and everything changed. Within weeks, her symptoms began to vanish. Fatigue lifted. Brain fog cleared. Her doctor was stunned. And Diane found herself not just surviving, but thriving.🧬 Topics include:The emotional toll of chronic illness and medical gaslightingHow oxalates and plant toxins triggered her autoimmune spiralThe five stages of carnivore mindset—from “this is crazy” to “this is freedom”Why fatty red meat became her medicine—and her missionSpiritual clarity through fasting and prayerThe moment her neurologist said, “You don’t need your infusion anymore”How carnivore changed her therapy practice, her marriage, and her sense of selfThis episode is a masterclass in resilience, radical healing, and divine intercession. Diane’s story is raw, real, and unforgettable—a beacon for anyone facing chronic illness, emotional burnout, or spiritual disconnection.

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• 146. Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt:Living Up in a Down World: Faith, Carnivore, and the Power of Personal Transformation

  In this soul-stirring episode, Pastors Jimmy and Annette Pruitt join Dr. Robert Kiltz to explore the intersection of faith, food, and radical healing. From chronic illness and emotional fatigue to vibrant health and spiritual renewal, the Pruitts share their 600+ day carnivore journey and how it transformed their bodies, minds, and ministry.With humor, humility, and deep theological insight, they unpack the challenges of leading a multigenerational church while navigating grief, burnout, and the Standard American Diet. Their message is clear: healing is possible—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—when we align our lives with truth, simplicity, and divine purpose.🕊️ Topics include:How carnivore reversed chronic inflammation, IBS, and fatigueThe spiritual parallels between fasting, discipline, and dietary healingWhy food addiction is as personal—and powerful—as faithLeading a vibrant church while living a vibrant lifeThe theology of wellness: integrating mind, body, and spiritHow suffering can become strength, and stories become ministryPractical tips for navigating social pressure, restaurant culture, and family resistanceWhether you're a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a deeply human invitation to live up in a down world—with steak, scripture, and unshakable hope.

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• 145. Dr. Nelson Vazquez: From Stroke to Strength. Dr. Nelson Vazquez on Reversing Disease, Rethinking Medicine & Rediscovering Faith

  In this riveting episode, Dr. Nelson Vazquez shares his extraordinary journey from a 325-pound diabetic on seven medications and 300 units of insulin a day—to a vibrant, medication-free advocate for carnivore nutrition and metabolic healing. After surviving a stroke and facing macular edema, Dr. Vazquez turned to ancestral eating, eliminating plant toxins and ultra-processed foods to reclaim his health and vitality.He and Dr. Kiltz dive deep into the failures of modern medicine, the dangers of dietary dogma, and the spiritual and emotional clarity that comes with radical lifestyle change. With humor, humility, and decades of clinical insight, Dr. Vazquez challenges everything we think we know about nutrition, disease, and healing.🧠 Topics include:Reversing diabetes, hypertension, and neuropathy through carnivoreThe myth of fiber, greens, and “healthy” plant-based dietsWhy most doctors never study food—and why that must changeThe role of coaching, community, and storytelling in healingHow processed foods became the silent epidemicFaith, family, and the power of personal transformationWhat to buy at the market—and what to throw out todayThis episode is a masterclass in metabolic truth-telling. Whether you're a patient, practitioner, or parent, Dr. Vazquez’s story will inspire you to question everything—and take back your health, one bite at a time.

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