This show is for every life long learner who wants to master weight loss. Dave has a warmth and sincerity about him that makes listening easy. Dave commands trust through his authentic and transparent delivery of his story. I highly recommend his podcast!

I really enjoy listening to this at work to help keep my mind off snacking and reminding me how not worth it is to mindlessly snack! Only drawback is that I wish you did podcasts more frequently! Thanks for sharing your struggle and helping me to continue to think about what I put in my mouth and what my ultimate goals are!

Love to listen to Dave. Have listened for a long time. It’s nice to hear that someone has the same struggles with working out and eating healthy. Also always has good stats, health info, books and websites. Keep it up Dave! Thank you for sharing!

You mention that when you start thinking about foods, you are drawn to them. Me too!!! So I can’t listen to you talk for half of your podcast about ice cream, frosties , and blizzards.

I love Dave’s honesty and relatability. He’s the kind of guy you’d want next to you in the trenches because he’ll make you laugh despite the miserable struggle. His podcast not only motivates me to lose weight but his podcast is rich with nuggets about life that have proven very effective. His skinny weight loss jingle is the highlight of my morning commute. True he’s not always successful at losing but he’s managed not to gain and has consistently followed s mostly healthy lifestyle, which is impressive. Again I cannot express how much I appreciate is honesty and his willingness to be vulnerable in an effort to help others.

Dave is a highly relatable and funny guy and above all he comes across as very honest and highly transparent and trustworthy. It is true that he is moving back and forth on his journey to find his path to fat loss for life, but I prefer this 100x times more than a fake Dave that would just tell me what I would like to hear. I think that what makes his podcast so relatable is that I can find my own struggle in his honest sharing of his own struggles in his personal journey. And he has a very funny way to bring accross his point. I was once paying a monthly subscription for another motivational health podcast that I also liked a lot, but than it turned out that this guy was not telling the complete truth about his own journey and progress, but was only recording what he thought that his subscribers wanted to hear. Eventually I guess he was getting into this conflict of interest and he was sharing only worthless nothings and fillers up until people starting seeing through and cancelling their membership and the show was cancelled a few years ago. I would rather pay Dave 2x more very gladly, to support his show, which I am actually doing to a certain extent as a patronizer, than give this other podcaster even 1 dollar for his fake podcasts. Did I mentioned that Dave is very funny? Dave keep it up. I will continue frantically check my podcast app weekly to see if you have any new honest and truthfull motivational podcasts for me to listen to while I am doing my exercises on my journey to find my own fat loss path and beat my own struggles with my overweight. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

I’m down 90 lbs since July and your podcast helps me. Thank you!

It’s depressing how much he bounces back and forth with his weight and seems to constantly make excuses as to why he keeps gaining weight despite the podcast before he talks about making better decisions or something similar. The guy is very relatable and I enjoy listening but it seems like he doesn’t really want to lose weight. Also it seems like he is just advertising atomic habits the last several episodes and not really giving any other kinds of advice. UPDATE: I think it’s really cool you read my review and addressed all of my points. I admit I might’ve been a little harsh as I struggle with many of the things you do and am most likely projecting on you. I do appreciate all the advice you give and I will keep listening as I try to change my own habits. Best of luck and thank you for being so open and honest about your life.

Been listening for several years and really enjoy Dave. He is down to earth and I appreciate the fact that his issues are similar to my own

Title says it all

I don't get into the tech so much but always good to listen to someone else struggling and accomplishing wright loss goals

Dave, as a Health and Wellness Coach.... I really enjoy listening to your show!! This is a no Nonsense show hitting issue's that everyone needs to hear! Thom

That's what I relate to Dave most with this podcast. He's just you're regular guy. Things happen, his weight goes up, life goes on. You just gotta pick yourself back up & get back to eating right & exercising. This podcast has helped inspire me & over the course of several years I've lost 75 pounds. I was well over 400 pounds & I still have a ways to go. And I've been able to encourage others, like my mom who's lost around 100 now. Keep up the great work & just know you are inspiring people.

I have listened to this podcast for several years. I absolutely love it. Why? Because Dave is perfect? Because Dave has all the answers? Nope, because Dave is like me and he is honest about his struggles. While I am totally rooting for his success, I know that some day he will get there and this podcast will end. I will feel like I lost a best friend. However, while he is still here, I am a faithful listener.

Dave tries. He really does. And on the surface, the stuff he says makes sense. Move more. Eat less. But it’s all SO gimmicky. He plays around with apps and programs but never seems to get anywhere. And when he finally does have progress, he acts like it’s just common sense and everyone should know what to do and how to do it. Duh! The latest being his fascination with Slimgenics. From his description, this does not sound like a program that could be sustainable, but it does sound like a starting point. And I certainly wish Dave the best with this program. For real mindset change, I highly recommend Half Size Me and also Lift Like a Gift. The hosts talk about loving who you are NOW while changing your mindset to ultimately achieve your best self. You will pick up tips, but they won’t be the little lists like Dave sometimes shares from an article. I’ll keep listening because I am a podcast junkie (and I do produce 2 shows before Dave dismisses me completely…and not the ones I mentioned above.) And the sound quality is usually quite good. Not easy to pull off. I do hate the intro music because I think only wanting to be thin is a poor goal. I want so much more for myself, but that’s just me. So I listen for the entertainment, but I do not expect to learn or be inspired.

I really like this podcast. There are lots of podcasts out there who have already lost all their weight, and now they're trying to tell us how to do it. So if you don't know what you need to do to lose weight, you might prefer one of those. But the reality is that most of us already know HOW to do it, we just lack the motivation needed to do it. Dave is right in the middle of the same struggle that I am, so I really relate to him -- including his issues with Mountain Dew and his constant struggle with staying on track. That's me, except with more of a sweet tooth problem than a craving for Mountain Dew. :) Dave is just a regular guy trying to lose a few pounds while dealing with all the normal stresses of life, and that's someone I can relate to and want to hear from. Keep up the good work, Dave!

For letting us in on your conversation with yourself throughout this journey! "Whiney little girl eh?" No one is forcing that listener to listen! Even when you are critical or negative it is for a positive reason! "You can do this!" Thanks Dave!

I've been listening to this podcast for years and I wanted to leave a review based on my experience: Dave is very very relatable an I think that is why I can always go back and re-listen to episodes, or hear new ones and feel comforted and inspired. The episodes are timeless because he's not chasing the newest craze, or giving you the latest "Dr. Phil" advice. What I like most about Dave is that he's just like me, he's a normal person who struggles, has moments of weakness and in the end is optimistic of the future. The advice he gives is solid, the reviews of new tech come from a normal perspective and not from a salesman, and in the end I think his take away message is that it's about living a healthy lifestyle, not following the newest fad or trying the lose weight the quickest way possible. The production quality is (almost) always good, (when he goes for walks with his recorder it does have its charm although sometimes hard to listen to.) When his scale is down I feel triumphant with him, and when his is up I feel motivated by his future plans and positive attitude. To end this long winded review I would like to thank Dave for continuing this podcast and never giving up, in the end that is my favorite part, how inspiring not giving up can truly be.

This podcast is not for everyone, but it sure is for me! If you are looking for a Biggest Loser get-thin-quick solution, this isn't what you're looking for. If you are looking for a "here's how I lost 100 pounds," this isn't what you're looking for. However, if you struggle with your weight, here is a real guy talking to himself about his journey and sharing his thoughts with you. I've listened for several years. Dave is up front about his challenges - what is working and what isn't. I've battled the same 15 pounds for two decades, and am grateful to know I'm not alone. It is good to have the reminder that a "backslide on the backside" isn't a failure of me as a person. I like hearing about new gadgets he is trying, or new recipes, or new foods. Sometimes I try them myself, and usually I don't. But I like hearing about them. I'm sad for Dave that he hasn't resolved his weight issue for good. Guess what - many of us are in the same boat. We all have reasons why we aren't slender. I suspect that slender people aren't the ones who tune into a podcast like this. This dude battles those demons in a very public manner, and helps me battle mine! This podcast is FREE. Like a lot of podcasts, Dave relies on small commissions from Amazon and other vendors to help defray the costs of production. He is up-front and honest about that. There are many, many products he discusses on the podcast for which he receives no endorsement and purchases with his own cash. If he then says "you can buy that on Amazon, and I appreciate it if you click through the link at my site" I am totally OK with that. Give it a try for several weeks in a row. Each week is different, and there isn't a formula. If you don't like it this week, you just might love it next time!

It's worst than listening to a whiny little girl. What a complainer, can't stand his voice and constant interruptions. Maybe that had something to do with losing sponsorship from Amazon.

I began listening to the podcast in 2014, because I wanted to change things. But I find that Dave is still stuck in that same yo-yo dieting phase. I subscribed because I wanted to have motivation and be inspired about losing weight. Instead I’m listening to a guy who hasn’t conquered his Mountain Dew demon and dogs others on weight loss surgery. I’m not a fan of weight loss surgery but the last 2 podcast that I listened to mentioned the diet shake that he’s doing as well how his friend was going to fail because she was going to do weight loss surgery. He was negative about it but didn’t mention any positives to motivate her or be empathic to her. So no, I can’t listen anymore because he’s Oscar the grouch in human form.

I like Dave. I find him inspirational and interesting. The fact he struggles with his weight makes him more like the rest of us. If your listening to his podcast it's obvious you have had issues with weight. I know I have had. I like his anecdotes and stories he finds on the Internet. Keep up the good work!

I found this podcast not very long ago and have really enjoyed listening while I'm walking, mowing the lawn, or driving. I find Dave to be very motivating and entertaining. Your tips are helpful and you have been motivating me to dust off my Fitbit and get those 10,000 steps in each day. Thanks!

So let me get this straight. There is a premium group that costs money to join. Putting it gingerly the host beats him self up and whines about lack of weight loss for good portion of the show. So if you are looking for otivation keep moving to another podcast.

This is such a comforting podcast. The world needs David Jackson. I listen to him because he is going through similar challenges around weight loss and he learns right in front of us. He's a regular person whose podcasts sit with me for years after he produces them because he's doesn't pretend to be a guru, he's himself. When i am feeling lonely and need a friend, this is the podcast I turn to every time. btw, Great information about new weight loss gadgets!

I like the guy - he seems like a really good person. However, for the entire time I've been listening to his podcasts, he has puttered around with about a 10 lb. range - this over 2 years or so. He is addicted to Mountain Dew and the entire gist of his shows is to review some web based food and exercise tracking systems or fitness "aids" or iPhone apps. The bottom line is, I need somebody that motivates me by example. Dave seems to be doing this podcast just to listen to himself talk. If that is the purpose of the podcast, I think there are plenty of others that have moved past the "eat less exercise more" mentality. And the difference between them and Dave is, their approaches actually work. I need a podcast that gives me REAL guidance for losing, and not someone going on and on about the fit bit or body media / body bug. Inspire me by actually using LOGIC, not gimmicks. And, inspire me by actually losing weight. If the eat less exercise more model works, why are you not losing weight? Eat healthier foods, not Mountain Dew and McDonalds. The body needs nutrients, not to be tricked by processed foods that you scan the barcode with some b/s ap on your iPhone. Quit buying into paid websites, apps, fitness gurus who want to sell you plans or supplements, and do your research. I hope the best for you, but what you are doing is not working - for you or for me.

I really really like this show! I like the gadget tips and the fact that David Jackson goes though the same struggles as everyone else. I am looking forward to more podcasts. Keep it up!

I really want to like this podcast, but I find that week after week it's the same thing: a list of excuses as to why the podcaster either gained or didn't lose weight. And rarely is anything entirely his fault. Sigh ...

David, I really like listening to your Podcast which motivate me, but come on, you've been doing this for three years, and you're at an all time high for weight. Let's get it going in the right direction.

Really enjoy your podcast! So real!! I'm like the rest of your "fans" just wish it was more often, your like just having a buddy going through the same thing with the ups and downs of real life! Do not leave us! And hope your wife is doing well after her surgery!

really enjoy the podcast just wish it was more frequent

So glad I found this podcast. It's just what I needed.

I enjoy walking to the podcast!! I am fighting the same battle with similar obstacles. Keep them coming!

I am not sure I agree with everything Dave says but he is honest and says he does not expect us to agree with everything. A lot of weight lost podcasts have experts have been fit and in shape for some time, Dave helps me see the real side of things, he even admits to having a hard time with soda like me. Listening helps me reflect on my own process. I also love that he talks through what works and what does not work for him. When it comes to losing weight I lose focus fast, Dave is great at telling us about new web sites or motivational tricks that I can try when I am losing strength.

This podcast will not give you scientific breakthroughs in weight loss or tell you of a magic pill or way to lose weight fast. What the host Dave does is offer any information he knows/finds that can make the weight loss journey a little better. The quotes and his enthusiasm to want to motivate are a welcome sound when you feel alone in the weight loss fight. Those looking for expert advice may not enjoy this, but if you want to hear a supportive fellow weight loss friend than this is for you. Keep up the great work and thanks for all you put into this podcast Dave!

Hello I recently started listening to your podcast and I think it's great. I am also a great fan of jillian m. I have been on the quest to a healthy lifestyle for over 6 years. I now hold a degree in health and exercise science and have a great passion for helping others meet their goals. You have really helped me to keep up the fight against obesity. I my self am 5"9 weighing 184 lbs. my goal weight is 175. The battle continues.

I really enjoy this podcast. I subscribe to several and this is one of my favorites. I am finding it hard to find people to discuss my weight loss journey with and he helps me feel connected and movitivated. I am not as technologically inclinded as he is but I just skip the parts about that stuff. I look forward to hearing how he is doing and appriciate his honesty - it is not always easy for any of us and if he tried to make it sound simple, I would not listen. Keep up the good work and thank you!

Just started listening to the podcast and have completed 10 episodes. I'm just loving it!!!

This podcast is great, very motivational and easy to relate to, also a huge Dan of fitbit myself and I like all the tips on maximizing fitbit (like connecting to earndit and loseit...really appreciate the time it takes to make a podcast and it's great! I cant wait for my new episode each week!!!!

I love this podcast and find it extremely entertaining and helpful, like having a pocket coach with you. Yes, he does review a lot of commercial products but I appreciate that, because he gives an honest rundown of positives and negatives to each one. Some things are an affiliate program but not everything is. Why be uptight about him wanting to support the podcast when it gives me such useful information. I use a free calorie and fitness tracker, which he reviewed, and have tried out several others that he's mentioned. I did buy a gadget, once, but I find his advice to be very useful and not all tied to touting products. As someone out of work, I feel I have a kindred spirit in the podcaster and I find he is very helpful in suggesting free alternatives and opportunities for exercise.

Great podcast. Just listen to the one and it stop me from eating before going to sleep

A dude in the basement with a microphone. Love it! Great quality, good content, enjoyable and extremely motivating!

I usually really enjoy this podcast and will continue to subscribe but was a bit dis-hearted when you were reading or quoting something on a recent podcast and could hardly pronounce the words Obstetrics or Obstetrician..found it kind of odd but generally i do enjoy listening....I like to listen when Im at the gym...motivating.

On the positive side, this is sometimes interesting in a "real life struggle" way. There are good bits of information now and then told by someone trying to lose weight with a pleasant voice and a kind delivery. On the other hand, he too often doesn't seem to do the obvious, basic things you need to do to get fit. For my time, I find other podcasts more credible and helpful, such as Cut the Fat Podcast, The Nutrition Diva, Get-Fit Guy and (if you want a bit more advanced podcast) Reality-Based Fitness. In fact, this podcast would probably be better if HE would listen to these other podcasts and talk about how he's trying to put these ideas into practice.

Excellent and informative podcast - Highly recommend if you're interested in health and healthy lifestyle and weight loss.

Found this podcast after hitting a bit of a plateau in my own weight loss. I listened to all of the past ones available and eagerly await all of the new ones. As far as the sponsors go, people need to realize that while podcasts are primarily free for us to download, they DO cost money to create. I have no problem for Dave recouping some of his costs by targeted live ads in his podcast. So forget your sense of entitlement for free, ad-less podcasts and thank Dave for doing what he does! Thanks for the help Dave!! Keep it up!

Love this podcast which I found by accident. Host is down to earth and practical. He researches his topics and gives great tips, advice, and motivation. I appreciate the short length of the podcast as I usually only have small pockets of time to listen. I use this podcast as a daily motivator to keep me on task with me weight loss.

It's a great way to stat motivated and constantly learn different ways to help you stay on track with you wieght loss or just trying to be healthy.

I love this podcast!!! Dave is a real person who works through the challenges of weight loss and maintenance. I enjoy listening to his true life experiences, that we all faces. He gives me the much needed motivation between my WW meetings. I also purchased the Skinny Songs cd after hearing the theme music on David's podcast. Thanks, David. Don't ever stop sharing with us and motivating us!!!

I'm so glad I found this podcast. Dave is a real guy living in the real world, talking to us about how he works his weight loss on a weekly basis. I like the way he just puts it out there, how he can tie the weight loss struggle to events happening (like the Super Bowl podcast), I even liked the podcast where he took us for a "walk" with him. He said if he could do his podcast in the 20-30 minutes it took him to take his daily walk, then we could fit walking into our daily lives. Dave - real guy, real world weight loss, funny, conversational, no preaching, no stupid plans. You'll be glad you gave him a little time out of your busy day!