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Troy Casey joins Alec for a raw and reflective conversation on health, healing, and the spiritual path of transformation. From a career as a Versace model to battling environmental toxins and addiction, Troy shares his journey toward wholeness through meditation, nature, and self-responsibility.
Troy reflects on the patterns that led him to substance abuse and how a shift in consciousness through Vipassana meditation and sobriety revealed a new path of healing and service.
The conversation dives into how chemical exposure, living conditions, and lifestyle choices directly affect physical and mental health—and how detoxing the environment is a foundational piece of true wellness.
Troy shares the mindset and disciplines that helped him restore balance—emphasizing that sustainable health
From modeling to mentorship, Troy discusses how facing the shadow side of human nature led to deeper self-love, and how entrepreneurship can become a vehicle for service and inner alignment.
The episode also touches on the value of stillness, the role of emotional expression in healing, and the importance of presence in a culture that often rewards chaos and control.
About Troy Casey
Troy Casey, also known as the Certified Health Nut, is a longevity expert, speaker, and author who has spent 35 years exploring health, detoxification, and spiritual practice. From studying with Indigenous tribes in the Amazon to training at the CHEK Institute, Troy bridges modern science with ancient wisdom to help people heal and thrive. His book, Ripped at 50, shares his personal journey to self-love and vitality.
With over 1.2 million followers and appearances on Discovery, FOX, MTV, and more, Troy continues to inspire a global movement for clean living, spiritual sovereignty, and ecological awareness.
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Show Minutes
00:00:00 – The State of the Human Animal
00:05:40 – A Public Service Announcement
00:15:10 – How Meditation Helped Troy Overcome Alcohol Addiction
00:22:45 – Entrepreneurial Journey and Personal Growth
00:30:22 – Travel Essentials and Standing Up for Personal Principles
00:51:02 – Exploring Psychological Warfare and AI
00:59:10 – Importance of Daily Body Movement
01:08:41 – Lymphatic Drainage and Wellness
01:11:11 – Fundamentals of Sustainability and Building our Future
01:25:00 – Thoughts on Biohacking
01:18:40 – Funny Naked Emcee Story
01:40:30 – Understanding Natural Supplements vs. Synthetic
01:45:55 – Nature vs. Man-Made Solutions
02:09:00 – Classical Chinese Medicine and other Indigenous Healing Practices
02:17:32 – Historical Victimhood
02:19:10 – Discussion Troy’s Book, Ripped at 50