IS SUGAR ACTUALLY MAKING YOU FAT? | EP. 81

IS SUGAR ACTUALLY MAKING YOU FAT? | EP. 81

Welcome to episode 81 of the Northstar Podcast! In this quick-hit episode, we break down the common claim that “cutting sugar” leads to fat loss and explain what’s actually happening underneath it. We hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Topic setup: is sugar actually the villain? 1:06 - Sugar addiction vs hyper-palatable food explanation 2:50 - Why “cutting sugar” can lead to weight loss 4:00 - Activity level context: athlete vs sedentary needs 5:20 - Liquid calories, soda, and practical trade-offs 8:40 - Better sugar sources + reducing (not eliminating) intake 10:10 - Cravings, deficiencies, sodium, and final takeaways 11:56 - Outro and preview of episode 82

HOW TO BUILD WEALTH WITHOUT GETTING LUCKY | EP.80

Welcome to episode 80 of the Northstar Podcast! In this milestone freestyle episode, we recap our two-part guest series with Abram, share studio updates, and kick things off with some fun movie nostalgia before shifting into a real conversation about money. We hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS 0:20 - Intro, episode 80 milestone, and studio updates 1:20 - Freestyle start: favorite movies and old-school gaming 4:59 - Money talk begins: investing basics and TFSA conversation 10:25 - Learning resources, risk awareness, and diversification 14:20 - Compounding example and long-term strategy 20:20 - Debt priorities, emergency funds, and spending discipline 26:20 - Lifestyle choices

FROM COLLEGE HEARTBREAK TO THE NHL IN 48 HOURS | EP.79

Welcome to episode 79 (Part 2) of the Northstar Podcast with Abram. In this episode, we go deeper into his NHL debut story . We hope you enjoy! Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS 1:00 - Frozen Four loss to NHL contract in 48 hours 3:00 - First NHL game prep, rookie lap, and family in Seattle 6:50 - Surreal moments: facing top NHL talent 10:00 - First game reflections and postgame turnaround 12:00 - Private flight + NHL day-to-day logistics 14:00 - Calgary routine, school wrap-up, and off-season focus 18:00 - Camp expectations and earning a role 24:00 - Support system, training update, and offseason life

The Grind To Calgary: Abram Wiebe’s Journey to the Flames EP.| 78

Welcome to episode 78 of the Northstar Podcast (Part 1)! In this episode, we sit down with our first guest in the new studio, Abram, and walk through his full hockey journey from Mission to the NHL. We hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS 0:56 - Abram’s early story: Mission roots, hockey start, and junior path 3:00 - Recruitment and choosing North Dakota 4:17 - Frozen Four, signing with Calgary, and NHL debut in Seattle 7:00 - Why the college route worked for his development 14:10 - Biggest growth phase: strength, size, and confidence jump 16:35 - Game-day routine: meals, carbs, hydration, and in-game fueling 29:30 - Advice to younger players + using setbacks as fuel 34:57 - Part one wrap-up and preview of part two

7 Things All Fit People Do | EP.77

Welcome to episode 77 of the Northstar Podcast! In this episode, we break down seven things fit and healthy people do consistently. We hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Jer on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upnorthathletics/ and Ekam too: https://www.instagram.com/jstekam_/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro: 7 things fit and healthy people do 0:16 - 1) Stay active all day (NEAT) 3:08 - 2) Listen to hunger cues vs cravings 4:03 - 3) Hydration basics and practical tips 7:55 - 4) Prioritize sleep 8:14 - 5) Eat enough protein (without overdoing it) 10:24 - 6) Keep a simple, consistent plan 11:18 - 7) Track what matters most 12:11 - Consistency over perfection: do what you enjoy 13:44 - Outro and episode wrap-up