Fresh and Fit Podcast
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| Hosted by | Walter Weekes Myron Gaines | |||||||||
| Genre | Talk, dating, finances, current events | |||||||||
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| Language | English | |||||||||
| Length | 2–5 hours | |||||||||
| Country of origin | United States | |||||||||
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| Production | Aaron Chris Pogson | |||||||||
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| Original release | October 26, 2020 | |||||||||
| Provider | YouTube (2020–present) Twitch (2021–present) Spotify (2022–present) Rumble (2022–present) | |||||||||
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| Website | www | |||||||||
YouTube information | ||||||||||
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| Years active | 2020–present | |||||||||
| Subscribers | 1.57 million[1] | |||||||||
| Total views | 251.1 million[1] | |||||||||
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Last updated: November 3, 2023 | ||||||||||
The Fresh and Fit Podcast is a show hosted by Amrou Fudl (born February 1, 1990),[2] also known as "Myron Gaines" or "Fit," and Walter Weekes (born October 2, 1992),[3] who goes by the moniker "FreshPrinceCEO" or "Fresh." Launched on October 26, 2020, the podcast discusses topics such as personal finance, relationships, politics, and gender dynamics.
The show has received criticism for the hosts' views on women and relationships, which some have linked to controversial figures and ideologies.[4][5] On August 18, 2023, Fresh and Fit was demonetized on YouTube. A YouTube spokesperson stated that the demonetization occurred due to "repeated violations of our policies, including our Advertiser-Friendly Guidelines and Community Guidelines."[6][7]
Format
[edit]The podcast streams live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Mondays, known as "Money Monday," the hosts and sometimes guests discuss finance, investing and real estate. On Wednesdays, known as "Red Pill Wednesday" (formerly "Womanizer Wednesday"), the hosts give dating advice and sometimes do a "couples intervention". On Fridays, known as "Fitness/Call-in Friday", the hosts allow viewers to interact with them via phone and chat, discuss past topics, ask advice, or criticize. [8]
Since its inception, the podcast has featured a variety of notable or controversial guests such as Rollo Tomassi,[9] Patrick Bet-David,[10] Tim Pool,[11] Kevin Samuels,[12] Andrew Tate,[13] Michael Blackson,[14] Ray J,[15] Waka Flocka Flame,[16] Jeremih,[17] Kodak Black,[18] DDG,[19] Asian Doll,[20] DJ Akademiks,[21] Conceited,[22] Antonio Brown,[23] Zuby,[24] Tommy Sotomayor,[25] Stew Peters,[26] Nick Fuentes,[27] Adam22,[28] Adin Ross,[29] Destiny,[30] Candace Owens,[31] Laura Loomer,[32] JustPearlyThings,[33] Quinton "Rampage" Jackson,[34] David Benavidez,[35] and Ryan Garcia.[36]
Background
[edit]The Fresh and Fit Podcast began on October 26, 2020 as part of the manosphere and the men's rights movement. It was founded by Myron Gaines, author of Why Women Deserve Less, and Walter Weekes.[6][5][37] Gaines left his job of six years as a Special Agent with the Department of Homeland Security on December 5, 2020, to work full time on the podcast.[6][38]
Lisa Sugiura, author of The Incel Rebellion: The Rise of the Manosphere and the Virtual War Against Women, has suggested that the hosts of Fresh and Fit, along with other manosphere figures such as Andrew Tate, are compelling to viewers because they are seen as "anti-mainstream": "But . . . the contradiction is that [they are] very much part of the mainstream and validating the usual tropes about gender and violence against women."[5]
In March 2022, the podcast received a weeklong ban on YouTube for hate speech. The hosts stated that they were the result of "targeted attacks" and alluded to a "mass report" coming from an unnamed YouTuber. Gaines stated that "two videos that are old as hell were flagged, and the way that they were flagged was indicative of a mass report that was very obviously a targeted attack".[39]
On August 18, 2023, Fresh and Fit, which at the time had over 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, was demonetized on the platform and could no longer receive donations from viewers. The hosts stated that they did not know why YouTube had made its decision but suggested that it was because of the themes they would usually cover on their videos. Gaines stated that the podcast hosted "uncomfortable conversations about uncomfortable topics" and that "that's unfortunately the risk you take when you make the kind of content that we do". Gaines said that the podcast would continue on Rumble, in addition to YouTube.[6] The reasoning for the demonetization was clarified by a YouTube spokesperson who said it was for "repeated violations of our policies, including our Advertiser-Friendly Guidelines and Community Guidelines".[6]
Opinions
[edit]In a 2020 TikTok video, Myron Gaines offered his perspective on how to respond when someone suggests rescheduling a date, advising men to express their feelings clearly while maintaining their standards. He emphasized the importance of setting boundaries to avoid reinforcing behaviors that may not be respectful. This video generated a variety of reactions on social media, leading to discussions about dating dynamics and expectations. Following the video, the podcast’s TikTok account, which had over 50,000 followers, was removed from the platform.
Both Gaines and his co-hosts have expressed their personal dating preferences, openly sharing that they have specific types of women they choose not to date. They frame this as a matter of individual choice. Amrou Fudl, who is of Sudanese descent and born in Brooklyn, and Walter Weekes, born in Barbados, each bring their unique backgrounds and viewpoints to the conversation.
The podcast has also featured notable guests, including Andrew Tate, and engaged in discussions that have sparked both interest and controversy. In 2023, Gaines published a book titled Why Women Deserve Less, in which he discusses his views on historical gender dynamics.
Additionally, the podcast has hosted political commentators such as Nick Fuentes, engaging in discussions that explore various perspectives. These conversations have prompted debate on important societal issues, and the podcast continues to be a platform for a wide range of viewpoints, generating discussions that resonate with its audience.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "About Fresh and Fit Podcast". YouTube.
- ^ "Amrou Fudl". www.nuwber.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Walter Weekes". www.wikibiography.in. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ Robinson, Harper (2022-01-20). "'You're not special': Female Instagram model confronts male podcast host on-air". FOX 59. Retrieved 2023-09-19.
- ^ a b c Onibada, Ade (2022-09-28). ""My Brother Is So Far Gone": How Male Influencers Turned The Men In These People's Lives Toxic". BuzzFeed News. Retrieved 2023-09-16.
- ^ a b c d e Dodgson, Lindsay (August 22, 2023). "The host of manosphere podcast 'Fresh & Fit' choked up after announcing it had been demonetized on YouTube". Business Insider.
A YouTube spokesperson confirmed to Insider Fresh & Fit and all other channels that may be owned or operated by Gaines and Weekes had been suspended from the YouTube Partner Program for repeated violations of our policies, including our Advertiser-Friendly Guidelines and Community Guidelines," they said.
- ^ Jhanaya Belle (August 24, 2023). "The Rise & Fall Of The "Fresh And Fit" Podcast". www.hotnewhiphop.com. Retrieved October 11, 2023.
- ^ David A. (November 8, 2022). "Fresh And Fit Podcast: A Look At One Of The Most Popular Relationship And Fitness Podcasts On The Internet". www.netinfluencer.com. Retrieved October 11, 2023.
- ^ "Rollo Tomassi". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Patrick Bet-David". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Tim Pool". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Kevin Samuels". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Andrew Tate". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Michael Blackson". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Ray J". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Waka Flocka Flame". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Jeremih". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Kodak Black". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "DDG". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Asian Doll". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "DJ Akademiks". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Conceited". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Antonio Brown". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Zuby". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Tommy Sotomayor". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Stew Peters". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Nick Fuentes". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Adam22". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Adin Ross". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Destiny". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Candace Owens". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Laura Loomer". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "JustPearlyThings". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Quinton "Rampage" Jackson". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "David Benavidez". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ "Ryan Garcia". www.youtube.com. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
- ^ Dixit, Marni (2022-04-29). "Kyle and Jackie O blast 'misogynistic' guests: 'F**k off, clown!'". Yahoo Life. Retrieved 2023-09-16.
- ^ Grow, Kory (2023-03-30). "A Popular Hip-Hop Podcast Has Become a Safe Haven for White Supremacy: Report". Rolling Stone (politics). Retrieved 2023-09-16.
- ^ Glaze, Virginia (April 2022). "Fresh & Fit claim they're victims of "targeted attack" following YouTube hate speech ban". Dexerto. Retrieved 2023-09-14.