The InnerFight Podcast

#1000: A chat with my dad!

For the 1,000th episode of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus turns the mic on someone very close to home – his dad. In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, Marcus explores the man behind so many of his own values: hard work, simplicity, honesty, and doing the right thing even when it’s hard.They talk about:Taking bold career leaps – from Yorkshire to Africa, Jeddah, and Dubai, and how those risks shaped his life.Values that withstand time – discipline, honesty, simplicity, and doing the right thing even when it's hard.Choosing fulfilment over comfort – walking away from a well-paid job because he no longer enjoyed it, and why that decision defined his integrity.This episode is full of wisdom, humour, straight-talking honesty, and emotion. It’s also a gentle challenge: if your parents are still around, sit down with them, ask the questions you don’t know the answers to, and record the conversation if you can.A milestone episode, the final show of 2025, and an hour of pure gold from Marcus’ dad.

#999: Holly my wife

In episode 999 of the InnerFight Podcast, Marcus sits down for a long-awaited and deeply personal conversation with his wife, Holly — his emergency number, and the quiet force behind much of InnerFight’s growth over the past two decades.The episode follows Holly’s journey from small-town Australia to Dubai in 2003, where she joined Emirates and spent 13 years flying long-haul around the world. She shares how her love of travel began, how she embraced exploring every layover while many crew stayed inside, and how the physical demands of flying eventually pushed her to radically improve her nutrition, leading to the creation of Smith Street Paleo.Listeners will hear Holly open up about:Growing up Australian with British roots and how identity fuels curiosityWhy she never wasted a layover and often explored cities solo between flightsThe real health challenges cabin crew face — swelling, fatigue and jet lag — and how she transformed her wellbeing through food, movement and sleepThe shift from the structure of airline life to entrepreneurshipWhat it has been like supporting Marcus through endurance challenges, uncertainty, injuries and big dreamsHer simple but powerful formula for living well: stay healthy, stay grounded, choose good people and be unapologetically authenticEpisode 999 is an honest, heartfelt portrait of partnership, resilience and the unseen support behind a big life.👉 If Holly’s story inspires you to clean up your nutrition or get more creative in the kitchen, go dive into her recipes and resources at smithstpaleo.com.

#998: Coaches | Andy, Vic and Eduan

In this episode, Marcus is joined by coaches Vic, Andy, and Eduan for a fast-paced mix of banter, coaching insight, and real talk about training and life.You’ll hear how the friendly rivalry between Andy and Eduan is playing out in workouts (and Movember moustaches), what actually happens when coaches train together, and why “suffering side by side” can be such a powerful part of community. The team dives into how they fuel during heavy training blocks, navigating weight changes, meal plans, under-fuelling, and why 3,500–4,000 calories of mostly whole foods isn’t as crazy as it sounds.They also break down what makes an InnerFight class different from the noise in the fitness industry—simple basics done exceptionally well, a clear structure behind the program, and a heavy emphasis on educating members so they truly understand how to move. Vic talks gymnastics progress and smart skill work, while all three explain when it might be time to add personal training to your routine, and what a good coach should really give you beyond just a hard session.Expect laughs, a bit of roasting, plenty of honesty, and zero actual fights—just three coaches who care deeply about making people better at life.

#997: Michelin Star Chef Turned Marathon Runner – with Jitin Joshi

Jitin Joshi isn’t “just” one of the world’s most respected vegetarian Michelin-star chefs. He’s also a multiple-marathon finisher who’s raced across several continents and, for his 50th birthday, took on the highest marathon in the world – the Ladakh Marathon.In this conversation we dive into:What it’s really like behind the scenes in top kitchens around the worldLong hours, brutal schedules, poor nutrition… and how he turned that aroundHow running his first 10K at 40 led to 21 marathons in 10 yearsThe mindset shift from “no time to train” to making endurance a non-negotiableTraining at sea level in Dubai for a high-altitude race with very little oxygenThe emotional story behind Ladakh, his family, and why this marathon meant so muchHow Jitin uses food, curiosity and stories to create unforgettable experiences for his guests at Revolver in DubaiIf you work long hours, struggle with balance, or think “my job doesn’t allow me to train,” this episode will challenge that story in the best way.👉 Hit play to hear how a world-class chef rebuilt his health, his mindset and his running – while still operating at the very top of his industry.

#996: Humans Are Living in a Soup of Toxic Exposure | Dr. Joe Nieusma Reveals the Truth

Every day, you’re surrounded by toxins — in the air you breathe, the water you drink, and even the products you use on your skin.In this eye-opening conversation, Marcus Smith sits down with Dr. Joe Nieusma, a toxicologist with nearly 40 years of experience, to expose the hidden dangers of modern living and what you can do to protect yourself.Dr. Nieusma explains why humans today are living in a “soup of toxic exposure” — from chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental pollutants — and how small, intentional steps can help you detox your body and take back control of your health.💡 In This Episode:What “toxic exposure” really means for your bodyWhy your water, air, and food may be working against youHow pharmaceuticals can make things worseThe link between toxins, inflammation, and agingDr. Nieusma’s 3 practical steps to start detoxing today🎧 Tune in, get informed, and take charge of your health — because awareness is the first step to change.