Skirvin on Finance, Fitness & Fun

In this episode of The Mack & G Show, we welcome Jesse Skirvin, a Connecticut native with a fascinating story. Jesse shares his journey from being a state athlete in track and field to a successful 15-year career in finance, before making a bold leap into IT and software sales. A certified nutrition coach since 2022, Jesse is passionate about health and fitness, combining his knowledge with personal experience to inspire others.

Join us as Jesse talks about growing up in Connecticut, lessons learned from managing banks, and the challenges of career transitions. We also delve into his nutrition coaching journey, practical tips for middle-aged men, and fun stories about travel, pets, and history. Don’t miss this engaging and insightful conversation!

 

Timestamps

00:30 - Welcome and Intro
01:54 - Jesse’s Background: Growing up in Farmington, excelling in sports, and lessons from his dad’s Olympic journey
08:33 - Jesse's sports allegiances
10:18 - Career Stories: Managing banks and finance horror stories
17:58 - The leap into IT and sales
22:27 - Health & Fitness: From intermittent fasting to practical nutrition tips for middle-aged men
36:18 - Fun & Personal: Jesse’s favorite historical destinations, bucket list travel spots, and hilarious pet stories
44:25 - Favorite bands and front-men
46:52 - Best New Haven pizza: Frank Pepe's, Sally's or Modern?
47:52 - Connecticut Trivia: Test your knowledge with Jesse as we dive into quirky facts about the Nutmeg State
55:30 - Closing Remarks: What’s next for Jesse and a promise to support his health and fitness journey

 

Links & Mentions

Epic Pork Rinds – Jesse favorite pork rinds
Hippeas Chickpea Puffs, Blazin' Hot
How The World’s First Burger Was Made At Louis’ Lunch
Konami Track & Field video game - The Javelin
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes - Jesse's favorite electrolyte drink mix
Nature's Way Organic MCT Oil - Jesse’s favorite MCT oil
Previous YouTube Episode on Fasting
Riverside.fm - the platform we use for remote recording

 

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