Running Free
Life is short, and it moves fast. This show will help you make the most of it. Running Free is a podcast about turning down the noise, and breaking free from the habits and distractions that hold us back. We cover fitness, parenting, mindfulness, addiction, mental health, and everything in between. Hosted by veteran, fitness expert, and health advocate Jesse Carrajat, each episode explores what it means to live fully—through honest conversations with thinkers, creators, and everyday people who teach and inspire us to trade distraction and frivolousness for healthy, long, meaningful lives.
Episodes
Do you really need to lift weights to be healthy?
Is intermittent fasting a magic bullet for fat loss?
Should you be tracking every macro, every day?
In this episode of Running Free, Jesse and co-host Justin Maziarz cut through the noise and tackle some of the most persistent myths in fitness today. From cold plunges to HIIT to calorie counting, they explore what’s legit, what’s overhyped, and what actually works in 2025.
If you’re tir...
Modern parenting is exhausting—and the answer isn’t doing more.
What if being a "Good Enough" parent is more than enough for your kids?
On this week's episode, we talk about the quiet exhaustion of modern parenting, why perfectionism is stealing our joy (and presence), and how social media has warped our sense of what it means to be a “good parent.”
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, guilty, or like you're missing the moments that matt...
This episode marks a new chapter.
I’ve rebranded the show to Running Free—and this episode talks about why the change matters, where the show is headed, and why Mental Health Awareness Month is the perfect time to have this conversation.
We’ll walk through the hard stats on mental health in America—and ask the more important question: what are we going to do about it?
It's time we all stop chasing, and start Running Free.
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Life is short—and it moves fast. This show will help you make the most of it.
Introducing Running Free, a podcast about turning down the noise, living with intention, and breaking free from the habits, distractions, and mindsets that hold us back.
Hosted by USMC veteran, mental health advocate, fitness expert, and father of three Jesse Carrajat, each episode curiously explores what it means to live fully. Through honest conversation...
Workaholism is a hidden addiction quietly wrecking your health, relationships, and happiness. You've probably bought into the myth of hustle culture, but what's it really costing you? Today, we explore the real dangers behind work addiction, why modern society glorifies burnout, and practical steps to reclaim your life and priorities.
Expect to learn how to recognize true workaholism, why obsessive productivity actually unde...
Nicotine is one of the most controversial—and misunderstood—substances in modern health. Touted by some as a cognitive enhancer and demonized by others as dangerously addictive, what's the truth behind nicotine? In this episode, we unpack the science to reveal nicotine's actual effects on your brain, body, and behavior. From ancient rituals to modern-day vaping, from cognitive boosts to severe withdrawals, we're exploring every ang...
Caffeine is the most widely used psychoactive drug on the planet—but how much do you actually know about it? From lattes to pre-workouts, it’s sold as a productivity booster and performance hack. But underneath the buzz, there's a darker side: anxiety, disrupted sleep, dependency, and withdrawals. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the world’s favorite legal drug and unpack what your daily habit might really be costing yo...
In this episode, Jesse sits down with Vedant Pradeep, the co-founder and CEO of Reframe—the #1 neuroscience-backed app helping over 3 million people drink less and live more. Together, they explore how behavioral science, daily habit loops, and community-based tools are reshaping what recovery and moderation can look like.
Vedant also introduces Liquid Luck, a new line of functional, alcohol-free beverages designed to help reduce cr...
Spring is here—and that means it’s time to shift gears. Host Jesse Carrajat shares his complete fat loss strategy designed to help you safely, and effectively shed excess fat and build confidence going into Summer 2025.
This episode lays out the exact blueprint Jesse uses every year to cut body fat while staying strong—refined over two decades of training and coaching.
You’ll learn:
- How to implement carb cycling and carb timing f...
Men today are more anxious, depressed, and addicted than ever before. Despite living in an era of unprecedented convenience, male suicide rates remain alarmingly high, addiction is rising, and isolation has become the norm. So what’s really going on?
In this episode, Jesse sits down with David “Goose” Mills, founder of Men’s Alliance, to break down the state of men’s mental health in 2025 and why so many are feeling lost. They e...
Social media isn’t just a habit—it’s a full-blown addiction. It hijacks your brain, steals your time, and rewires the way you think, work, and interact with the world. And the worst part? It’s happening to millions of people without them even realizing it.
In this episode, we break down five shocking statistics that expose the true cost of social media addiction—not just on your mental health, but on your productivity, relationships...
Stress isn’t going anywhere. Life will throw punches, pressure will build, and if you don’t have a plan, stress will own you.
That’s why in Part 2 of the Mastering Stress series, we’re moving beyond the foundation (sleep, nutrition, and organization) and diving into real-time stress management strategies—the tools that help you absorb stress, channel it into something productive, and break the cycle of self-medication.
In this episod...
Stress is the #1 reason people self-medicate—whether it’s alcohol, food, social media, or any other escape. But here’s the truth: you don’t need another drink, another distraction, or another excuse. You need a gameplan.
This is Part 1 of the Mastering Stress series, where we stop playing defense and start playing offense. In this episode, we break down the three pillars of stress-proofing your life:
- Sleep – The foundation of stres...
Navigating the complexities of mental health insurance coverage can be daunting, but it's essential to ensure you receive the care you deserve. In this episode, we delve into effective strategies to help you:
- Understand Your Coverage: Learn about the mental health services your insurance plan offers and how to access them.
- Advocate for Yourself: Equip yourself with tools and knowledge to effectively communicate with...
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Herren, former NBA star and the subject of ESPN's acclaimed 30 for 30 documentary,Unguarded .
We explore the pressing question: Are today's youth more addicted than previous generations? Chris's perspective may surprise you. Drawing from his extensive experience speaking across the country, he offers insights into the challenges and resilience of today's young people.
Join us as we go deep into...
What if everything you thought about alcohol addiction was only half the story?
In this episode, Dr. John Umhau, a world-renowned physician and addiction expert, breaks down the complete science behind alcohol addiction—what’s really happening in the brain, why some people struggle more than others, and how to heal.
We cover cutting-edge research on:
- The neuroscience of alcohol dependence
- How nutrition can speed up recovery
- The ...
Are you stuck in the Detox-to-Retox loop with alcohol—cutting back, then binging again?
In this episode, Jenn Kautsch, author and founder of Sober Sis, breaks down why so many people find themselves trapped in this exhausting cycle—and how to break free for good. We dive into the science, mindset shifts, faith, and real-life strategies that can help you stop the cycle and build a healthier, more sustainable relationship with alcoho...
Can you rebuild your life from the ground up, using just 7 key elements? If so, what's the blueprint?
In this episode, Melissa Burbank, founder of The Sober Health Club, shares her transformative "Whole Health House" model—a powerful framework that combines nutrition, movement, sleep, stress relief, social connection, and more to help you build a life that is healthy, and filled with lasting happiness.
Whether you need to renovate...
Can harnessing the power of breath and cold transform your mental and emotional health—and even aid in recovery from substance use? Could these tools be the missing key to unlocking your best life yet?
In this episode, Jesse Coomer, author, coach, and founder of The Language of Breath, dives deep into the science and practice of breathwork and cold exposure. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Jesse explains how these powerful t...
We kickoff 2025 where it all started; co-host Justin Maziarz joined the show to recap 2024, and talk all things hope, health, and happiness in 2025.
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