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The Genius Life

Max Lugaveremaxlugavere.com
You don't have to be born a Genius to become one. Follow health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, TV personality and nutrition expert Max Lugavere as he speaks to the most insightful minds of our time about what it means to live like a Genius. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

Episodes

257: How to Turn Sadness Into a Superpower and Build Emotional Resilience | Susan Cain

Susan Cain is the #1 bestselling author of Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole and Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking . Her TED talks have been viewed over 40 million times, and LinkedIn named her the Top 6th Influencer in the World (just behind Richard Branson and Melinda French Gates). Susan partners with Malcolm Gladwell, Adam Grant, and Dan Pink to curate the Next Big Idea Club , and all of their proceeds are donated to children’s literacy program...

Oct 19, 20221 hr 12 min

254: Powerful Mindset Techniques to Conquer Laziness and Unlock Your Potential | Colin O'Brady

Colin O'Brady is a New York Times bestselling author and world-record holding explorer whose feats include the world’s first solo, unsupported, and fully human-powered crossing of Antarctica. His latest book, The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life , is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/254...

Oct 03, 20221 hr 8 min

252: Leveraging Your Microbiome for Better Skin, Mood, and Brain Health, Plus Why Most Probiotics Suck | Kiran Krishnan and Tina Anderson

Kiran Krishnan is the chief microbiologist at Just Thrive with 17 years of experience in the dietary supplement and nutrition market. He comes from a strict research background, having spent several years with hands-on R&D in the fields of molecular medicine and microbiology at the University of Iowa. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/252...

Sep 21, 20221 hr 45 min

250: Do This Every Day to Boost Brain Health and Heal Your Mind | Dom D'Agostino, PhD

Dr. Dominic D’Agostino is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC). His laboratory develops and tests metabolic-based strategies for targeting CNS oxygen toxicity (seizures), epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases, brain cancer and metastatic cancer.

Sep 07, 20221 hr 30 min

249: Heal Your Gut, Prevent Heart Disease, and Thrive | William Davis, MD

William Davis, MD is a cardiologist and the author of the internationally best-selling Wheat Belly series of books. His latest offering is Super Gut: A Four-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight . Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/249...

Sep 05, 20221 hr 12 min

246: Science-Based Tools to Conquer Anxiety, Stress, and Emotional Eating | Judson Brewer, MD, PhD

Dr. Judson Brewer (“Dr. Jud”) is a thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery,” who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is also the New York Times best-selling author of Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind . Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/246...

Aug 17, 20221 hr 8 min

245: The 7 Biggest Diet and Weight Loss Myths and What You Should Do Instead | Sal di Stefano

Sal Di Stefano co-hosts Mind Pump Radio and Mind Pump TV . By 19 he was managing health clubs, and by 22 he owned his own gym. After 20 years as a personal trainer, he has dedicated himself to bringing science and truth to the fitness industry. He is also the author of The Resistance Training Revolution: The No-Cardio Way to Burn Fat and Age-Proof Your Body in Only 60 Minutes a Week . Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/245...

Aug 10, 20221 hr 39 min

243: The Bitter Truth About Sugar and How it Harms Your Health | Robert Lustig, MD

Robert Lustig, MD, MSL is Professor emeritus of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco. He specializes in the field of neuroendocrinology, with an emphasis on the regulation of energy balance by the central nervous system, and his research and clinical practice has focused on childhood obesity and diabetes. His latest book, Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine , is out now. Full show notes: https://maxl...

Aug 03, 20221 hr 11 min

242: Destigmatizing and Demystifying Hormone Health for Women | Judy Greer

Judy Greer is an actress and comedian who has appeared in numerous films and television series including Jawbreaker , Arrested Development , Archer , Jurassic World , and The Thing About Pam . She is passionate about hormone health in women over 40, and recently became a partner at Wile , a company that makes plant-based supplements for women’s hormonal health. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/242...

Jul 27, 20221 hr 8 min

239: The Science of Flexible Dieting; How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle While Eating Whatever You Want | Alan Aragon

Alan Aragon is a nutrition researcher and educator with over 25 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement towards evidence-based information. His new book, Flexible Dieting: A Science-Based, Reality-Tested Method for Achieving and Maintaining Your Optimal Physique, Performance and Health , is out now.

Jul 06, 20221 hr 30 min

236: How to Get Over a Breakup, Heal Your Heart, and Find “The One” | Amy Chan

Amy Chan is the Founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp , a retreat that takes a scientific and spiritual approach to healing the heart. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of Heart Hackers Club , an online magazine that focuses on the psychology behind love, lust, and desire. Her book, Breakup Bootcamp : The Science of Rewiring Your Heart , is available now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/236...

Jun 15, 20221 hr 30 min

235: How to Use Food As Medicine to Heal Your Body and Prevent Disease | William Li, MD

Dr. William Li is President of The Angiogenesis Foundation , a world-renowned physician, research scientist currently studying the vascular impact of COVID-19, speaker (his TED Talk has over 11 million views), and NYT bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself . Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/235...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 13 min

234: How to Get Un-Stuck in Any Situation; Finding Your True Purpose | Ed Mylett

Ed Mylett is a global speaker, serial entrepreneur, host of The Ed Mylett Show , and one of the most influential life and business strategists in the world. He is also the best-selling author of #MaxOut Your Life: Strategies for Becoming an Elite Performer , and his latest book, The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success , is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/234...

Jun 01, 20221 hr 7 min

233: Complete Guide to Intermittent Fasting for Women; Benefits of Psyllium Husk | Amy Shah, MD

Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified MD with an undergraduate degree with honors from Cornell in Nutrition, medical training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, then further research and residency training at the Harvard Hospitals, and advanced training at the Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in Immunology/Allergy. She is the author of I'm So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your Life . Support our sponsors: Inside Tracker - Labs made easy with bl...

May 25, 20221 hr 25 min

232: The 10 Healthiest Vegetables You Must Eat | Max Lugavere

Max Lugavere is a science journalist, host of The Genius Life podcast, and New York Times best-selling author. His latest book, Genius Kitchen: Over 100 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Make Your Brain Sharp, Body Strong, and Taste Buds Happy , is out now.

May 20, 202221 min

231: How to Eat Dessert Every Day Without Gaining Weight | Crosby Tailor

Crosby Tailor is a model, certified personal trainer, and chef known for his phenomenal ketogenic cookies and superfood desserts. He's the wellness whisperer I consult often when it comes to fat loss and exercise physiology, and we're pleased to welcome him back to the show! His new book, The Fit Baker , is available now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/231...

May 18, 20221 hr 6 min

229: How to Discover Your "Fat Type" to Shed Belly Fat; Optimizing Your Workout Routine | Sal di Stefano

Sal Di Stefano co-hosts Mind Pump Radio and Mind Pump TV . By 19 he was managing health clubs, and by 22 he owned his own gym. After 20 years as a personal trainer, he has dedicated himself to bringing science and truth to the fitness industry. He is also the author of The Resistance Training Revolution: The No-Cardio Way to Burn Fat and Age-Proof Your Body in Only 60 Minutes a Week . Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/229...

May 04, 20221 hr 21 min

228: Change Your Mind to Attract Love, Health, and Wealth | Marisa Peer

Marisa Peer is an international Best-selling Author, Motivational Speaker, Personal Development Expert & Leading Celebrity Therapist. She has over three decades of experience as a therapist and has been named Best British Therapist by Men's Health magazine. Marisa uses her experience of treating clients including rock stars, CEOs, elite Olympic athletes, royalty and Oscar-winning actors to inform her life-changing speeches and lectures which have amassed millions of views across YouTube....

Apr 27, 20221 hr 14 min
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