Episodes

Marco Benitez - The Wearable Data Problem: How Rook is Creating a Universal Language for Health Tech
May 15, 202546:2263.66 MB

Marco Benitez - The Wearable Data Problem: How Rook is Creating a Universal Language for Health Tech

In this episode, host Eric sits down with Marco Benitez, CEO and founder of ROOK, to explore how digital health data is reshaping the fitness and healthcare landscapes. They discuss how wearable technology drives innovation in health monitoring, especially during the pandemic's impact on the indust...

Tom Dowd - From Revamp to Rebrand: The F45 Renaissance
May 10, 202549:3268.01 MB

Tom Dowd - From Revamp to Rebrand: The F45 Renaissance

In this conversation, Tom Dowd discusses the significant progress made at F45 over the past year and a half, highlighting leadership changes, franchisee engagement, and the challenges faced, including accounting issues. He emphasizes the importance of innovation and strategic focus in the fitness i...

Sam O'Keefe - Unlocking the $150 Billion HSA/FSA Opportunity
May 05, 202540:0536.69 MB

Sam O'Keefe - Unlocking the $150 Billion HSA/FSA Opportunity

In this conversation, Eric Malzone and Sam O'Keefe discuss the intersection of fitness, health, and financial opportunities through HSAs and FSAs. Sam shares his unique background and how it led him to identify a significant business opportunity in connecting health and fitness with financial wellne...

Darren MacDonald - The Future of Tonal
April 30, 202546:5142.88 MB

Darren MacDonald - The Future of Tonal

In this episode, Darren MacDonald, the CEO of Tonal, sits down to discuss the state of the connected health and fitness industry at the Connected Health and Fitness event in Los Angeles. They reflect on the event's interesting discussions, including the speaker sessions on GLP-1s. Darren shares his...

Dana Milkie - Smart Strength and AI: EGYM's North American Strategy
April 25, 202543:1659.42 MB

Dana Milkie - Smart Strength and AI: EGYM's North American Strategy

In this conversation, Eric Malzone and Dana Milkie discuss the evolution of the fitness industry, focusing on eGym's innovative technology and the role of Wellpass in connecting companies with fitness facilities. Dana shares his journey into the fitness world, the importance of AI in personalizing w...

David Knies - The 5 Forces Driving the Next Trillion Dollars in Wellness
April 20, 202545:3041.65 MB

David Knies - The 5 Forces Driving the Next Trillion Dollars in Wellness

In this insightful conversation recorded at the Connected Health and Fitness Summit in Los Angeles, Eric Malzone sits down with David Knies of PA Consulting to explore where the next trillion dollars in the wellness industry will emerge. David shares research-backed insights on five major market di...

Dr. Gloria Winters - The YMCA's Vision for Preventative Healthcare
April 15, 202546:2463.72 MB

Dr. Gloria Winters - The YMCA's Vision for Preventative Healthcare

In this conversation, Eric Malzone speaks with Dr. Gloria Winters, the Chief Health Officer of the YMCA, about the organization's historical significance and its role in promoting health and wellness. They discuss the challenges of the current healthcare system, the importance of preventative health...

Tim Green - TeamUp & The Golden Age of Fitness Entrepreneurship
April 10, 202541:5957.65 MB

Tim Green - TeamUp & The Golden Age of Fitness Entrepreneurship

In this engaging conversation, Eric Malzone and Tim Green discuss the evolving landscape of the fitness industry, focusing on the importance of community, technology, and the opportunities for new businesses. They explore how fitness has transformed from a simple workout space to a community hub, th...

Eric Litman - Aescape & The Future of Wellness Robotics
April 05, 202535:5949.42 MB

Eric Litman - Aescape & The Future of Wellness Robotics

In this conversation, Eric Litman discusses the innovative field of wellness robotics, particularly focusing on the on-demand massage experience provided by Aescape. He shares insights into the technology behind the massage robots, the consumer experience, funding challenges, market reception, and ...