This week on the Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci interviews David Watumull, co-founder and CEO of AX3 Life, a longevity company focused on helping people perform at their best for longer. Dave explains the science behind inflammaging — chronic inflammation linked to aging — and how AX3’s bio-pure astaxanthin is designed to address it at the source.

Kenny and Dave discuss why astaxanthin is emerging as a foundational daily nutrient for longevity, supporting cognition, heart health, endurance, recovery, and skin and eye health. Dave also breaks down how it works in the body, the growth of research in this space, and clinical findings related to oxidative stress and LDL.

They also explore the history of astaxanthin, the challenges of building awareness in the longevity category, and practical details including dosing, packaging, and pricing. A thoughtful conversation on performance, recovery, and the future of longevity science.

00:00 Podcast intro and guest

00:25 First look at astaxanthin

00:52 How to take it and feel it

01:21 Why the pouch packaging

02:16 Cellular benefits explained

04:00 Research and safety proof

05:45 Origin story and setbacks

08:10 Marketing and investor hurdles

10:51 Elevator pitch and daily stack

13:30 Where it comes from and extraction

16:41 Awareness and education challenge

19:24 Growth channels and target users

24:03 Advocates and NIH lifespan study

27:23 Where the brand goes next

27:48 Astaxanthin with Omega-3s

28:53 LDL and Heart Risk

31:03 Inflammation and hsCRP

32:00 Origin Story and Mission

35:55 Dosing and Expectations

37:28 Cost and Value Debate

39:34 Bioavailability Comparison

40:35 Vision for Mass Adoption

42:02 Workout Routine and Community

46:05 Skin and Exercise Benefits

48:26 NAD and Mitochondria

50:11 How to Take It Daily

51:09 Travel and Fitness in Hawaii

53:32 Wrap Up and Where to Buy

This week on the Strong New York Podcast, Kenny Santucci is joined by comedian, impressionist, actress, and media host Andrea Lopez. Andrea gained national recognition as a semi-finalist on NBC’s Bring The Funny and has built a following of over 700K fans, with her viral Kourtney Kardashian TikTok surpassing 15 million views. She also co-hosts the Big Wigs Podcast.

Kenny and Andrea discuss why more comedians are turning to fitness to manage anxiety, depression, and the mental grind of stand-up, as well as the importance of real community and connection in a post-pandemic world. Andrea also shares how her multicultural background and social media presence helped shape her career, her evolving goals from SNL to writing and producing, and what it takes to navigate internet fame.

00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

00:28 Comedians and Fitness

01:52 Nicole and Community

04:55 Pandemic Connection

06:29 Roots and Culture

10:17 Comedy Dark Side

13:00 Fitness Journey and Cities

14:34 Mexican Food Debate

16:50 Impressions Origin Story

20:22 Career Goals and Writing

24:25 Comedian Rankings Game

29:31 Conspiracies and Comedy

32:11 Social Media Hustle

33:48 Legos to Content

34:29 Vulnerability Sells

35:30 Viral Fitness Absurdity

37:21 Comedy Grind Stories

40:34 Political Correctness

45:00 Offense and DMs

46:23 Skipping the Super Bowl

48:17 NYC Restaurants Rant

50:15 Where Else to Live

55:38 Sunshine vs Winter

56:44 Impressions Showcase

01:01:24 Names and Identity

01:04:42 Italian Identity Wrap

This week on the Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci is joined by Daria Berenato — actress, former WWE Champion, MMA fighter, and media host. After a groundbreaking WWE career that included championship success and leadership roles as Raw and SmackDown General Manager, Daria returned to wrestling television with TNA Wrestling on AMC as authority figure The S.U.I.T., Daria Rae. She also serves as an executive partner and commentator with Invicta FC and co-hosts the podcast Unwrapped.

Kenny and Daria discuss her journey from a competitive multi-sport athlete in South Jersey to discovering MMA, training at a time when women’s combat sports were far less mainstream, and her experience on Tough Enough, which led to her signing with WWE despite early elimination. She shares lessons learned from other talents in the industry, reflects on leaving WWE after 10 years to pursue acting and producing, and opens up about embracing her sexuality and the support she’s received from the LGBTQ+ community.

00:00 Women in Combat Sports

00:53 Podcast Intro and Guest

01:23 Daria Name Origins

02:36 South Jersey Roots

03:31 Wild Gyms and Money Talk

05:04 Philly Food and Cheesesteaks

06:10 Jersey Shore Life and Real Estate

10:07 From Team Sports to Fighting

11:01 Inspired by Gina Carano

12:41 First MMA Gym Initiation

14:35 Proving Herself in Tournament

16:07 Wrestling Roots

16:48 Women Rising

18:39 Jiu Jitsu Proof

19:23 Divas Revolution

20:39 Tough Enough

22:10 Money Reality

24:17 Raw Debut

25:33 Backstage Mentors

27:31 Character Evolution

28:55 WWE To TNA

30:41 Coming Out Story

34:48 Fans And Kids

36:24 Pump Session Wrap