The Johnjay Van Es Podcast

YOU MIGHT BE DRINKING MOLD EVERY MORNING WITHOUT KNOWING!

Your “healthy” coffee might not be as healthy as you think. In this episode, we sit down with Patrick & Ashley Sullivan from Jigsaw Health and Firefly Coffee Shop, the team behind the documentary Breaking Big Food, to talk about what is really hiding in everyday food and drinks. We get into mold-free coffee, ultra-processed foods, seed oils, and why reading labels has become a full-time job. Ashley shares how mycotoxin testing completely changed the way she looked at coffee and why they built an organic cafe to control every ingredient that goes into the cup. We also break down electrolytes in a practical way. Why cramps can point to low potassium, why magnesium matters for sleep and stress, and how simple routines often beat expensive wellness gadgets. Then we zoom out into the bigger picture. How Big Food changed the American diet, why convenience became the priority, and what people can actually do to make healthier choices without making life harder. If you care about clean eating, better sleep, mold-free coffee, and cutting through food industry hype, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.

Curious About Hollywood and Comedy? Rob Schneider Spill The Tea!

Rob Schneider joins us for a fun, honest conversation about stand-up comedy, Hollywood, and the weird moments that shape a career. What starts with a goofy fan story quickly turns into a behind-the-scenes look at how comedy really works. We talk about the grind of stand-up, the pressure of live crowds, and how one unforgettable SNL moment changed everything. Rob also shares what he learned from comedy legends like Richard Pryor, why timing matters more than people think, and how jokes evolve once you’re actually on stage. We also get into cancel culture, hecklers, crowds walking out mid-show, and the split-second decisions comedians make to save a room. Plus, the blunt advice from Jay Leno that completely changed how Rob approached getting better fast. If you love comedy, Hollywood stories, and hearing how great performers actually think, this episode delivers.

MERCYME LEAD SINGER TELLS THE VOICE BEHIND THE SONG

A song can follow you for years before you understand why it matters.  In this episode, MercyMe’s Bart Millard joins us to talk about the real story behind “I Can Only Imagine” and why it still shows up in the hardest moments of people’s lives. We get into where it came from. Losing his dad, dealing with anger, and writing through grief instead of around it. Bart shares how the song was never meant to be a hit, just an honest question turned into music. Then we go back to the beginning. Playing church camps, selling CDs out of a car, grinding through small gigs, and the wild moment Amy Grant called him and he thought it was a prank. We also talk about how one song crossed into mainstream radio and suddenly connected with people far outside church culture. It also gets personal. Bart opens up about childhood abuse, therapy, breaking patterns, and trying to be a better parent while still carrying old weight. We touch on the film, his son’s health journey, and what hope looks like when life does not go the way you prayed for. If you care about music, faith, or stories that feel real and human, this one stays with you.

THE TRADER WHO BOUGHT HIS WAY BACK TO HEALTH

Everyone’s talking about Redatrutide for weight loss, but almost no one is asking what it’s doing to your body long term. That’s where this conversation starts. We sit down with Brian, a patient turned operator in the longevity and regenerative medicine space, to break down the difference between chasing fast results and building a plan you can actually sustain. We get into how GLP-style drugs really work, why visceral fat is the bigger problem, and how people end up “skinny fat” when they skip strength training and recovery. From there, we zoom out into precision health. Advanced testing, clear goals, and building protocols around your body, not trends. We also touch on full-body scans, heart health screening, and where certain therapies may or may not fit. Then it gets practical. Morning routines, hydration, creatine, and how to avoid burnout when your health routine starts to feel like a full-time job. We also explore newer therapies like peptides, exosomes, and immune-focused treatments in a simple, grounded way. If you’re into longevity, fat loss, and cutting through the noise, this episode helps you think smarter about what actually works.

The Stem Cell Conversation Your Doctor Has Not Had With You Yet

Most doctors are not talking about this side of stem cell therapy, and that leaves a lot of people confused or misled. This episode breaks down what you’re probably not hearing. We start with a common frustration. Your HRV drops even when you feel like you’re doing everything right. We explain how sleep, late-night eating, and stress can quietly affect recovery, and why small changes can make a big impact. Then we get into stem cells in a clear, honest way. What real clinical-grade stem cells are, why sourcing and testing matter, and why many treatments out there are not what they claim to be. We also explain stem cells versus exosomes so you understand what actually does the work. We touch on real use cases too, from pain and nerve issues to autoimmune conditions, and why results depend on matching the right approach to the problem. If you want clarity on recovery, longevity, and what’s real versus hype, this episode gives you a straightforward place to start.