IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn about shamanism, “spiritual minimalism” and how traditional healing arts connect so profoundly to the natural world. This conversation also explores distinct themes of consciousness, the soul, and deep respect for plant medicine and Ayahuasca ceremony. The guest, Shaman Jorge Hachumak, is a Peruvian of Spanish descent who’s made a winding journey into shamanism as a healer. After receiving a European education, he became a pr...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 968
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll find out about the relevance of shamanism in a modern world and why high performers are turning toward shamanic practices to get ahead. The show’s guest, Manvir Singh, Ph.D. , is an anthropologist at the Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse, France. He studies universal or near-universal cultural practices, including music, shamanism, and witchcraft. For the past seven years, he’s conducted ethnographic fieldwork in Indonesia. He recently w...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 967
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll find out how your imagined future directs your behavior right now, rather than your past. You’ll learn how to manage threats to your future self, recognize truths about your future self, and how to take steps to be your future self. You’ll also gain strategies you can start using today for creating and becoming exactly who you want to be in the present moment. Benjamin Hardy, Ph.D., is an organizational psychologist and author of multiple ...
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 966
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …a legacy upgrade conversation with Byron Katie will have you digging deep into the work of fine-tuning your mindset. Her keystone practice, The Work, allows you to access the wisdom you already hold inside you. She explains it as a process to “clear the mind.” You’ll ask yourself four questions and apply them to a specific problem you’re facing. Going through these steps gives you perspective and a new way of thinking about what’s causing you distress....
Aug 09, 2022•53 min•Ep. 965
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... ... you’re going to find out how to cook differently using an innovative kitchen appliance, Brava , that’s got some cool features that will get you excited about making your meals at home—always a good idea! First—what Brava is not . The Brava countertop cooking oven isn’t a microwave, isn’t a toaster oven, and isn’t a convection oven. Instead, it’s a device that cooks with light. Six lamps deliver exact, variable, infrared light waves to your ...
Aug 06, 2022•36 min•Ep. 964
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn how whole body vibration works and the many ways it benefits your physiology. It’s the nexus between energy and life, says Tony Molina, a performance optimization expert. “ This biohack helps you burn more calories,” he says. “It helps you increase strength and reaction time. You can improve skin and circulation, bone density, pain relief, hormonal changes, posture and balance. It's also a lifelong health and longevity partner.” ...
Aug 05, 2022•54 min•Ep. 963
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …you’ll learn about the critical role metabolism plays in your body’s energy and performance. Important new science findings about human metabolic health shows how you can change your metabolism. To help you make these changes, this episode gives you practical tips and tools for measuring your metabolism and ways to manage it effectively. Guest Michal Mor, Ph.D., co-founded Lumen with her twin sister, Merav Mor, Ph.D., and three long-time entrepren...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 962
In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™... Cool Facts are quick hits of new human and world science curated into short bursts of information just for you. This fun compilation publishes one Friday a month. Tattoos can help monitor your blood pressure Device that protects against head injuries Upgrading your avocado toast Ways to manage the harmful aging-inflammation duo Pee recycling does the soil good EPISODE SPONSOR: The Eng3 NanoVi device helps repair oxidative stress damage ...
Jul 30, 2022•12 min
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll find out why aging and stress are the major contributors to neurodegenerative diseases in your lifetime, what you can do to stave off the effects, and how you can kickstart your brain into functioning at a way higher level. You’ll also learn about: BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) and ways to increase it Options for how you can support your brain’s neurogenesis How certain mushrooms and collagen can b...
Jul 29, 2022•58 min•Ep. 961
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …two psychiatric research pioneers open up about the benefits people experience from psychedelic treatments. From mental health conditions to crucial social connections, there’s a dose and approach that can work for you and with your own brain chemistry. Psychiatrist and psychotherapist Dr. Phil Wolfson , creator of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, leads patients through psychedelic psychotherapy sessions, guiding them through their past and prese...
Jul 26, 2022•34 min•Ep. 960
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …Dave’s travels take him to Amsterdam where he talks with psychic psychologist Joy Martina about intuition, hypnosis and joyful learning. Here’s some of the “how-to’s” you’ll learn about in this episode: How to find the right hypnotist for you How to identify three common misperceptions about hypnosis How to tap into your own intuition and tune into your own wisdom How to recognize your body’s kinesthetic channel How to learn through joyful a...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 959
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … Swedish journalist Johan Anderberg joins the show to talk about how he captured a rare moment in his country’s history during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. His book, “ The Herd: How Sweden Chose Its Own Path Through the Worst Pandemic in 100 Years ,” explains this unique time. In it, he gives a fly-on-the-wall account of the herd-immunity strategy that Sweden adopted during the first year of the pandemic. First,...
Jul 20, 2022•43 min•Ep. 958
In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™... … Dave talks with George Hanna about how to get better deep sleep. George says he’s been a health and fitness buff for most of his life. Now in his early 60’s, he’s adopted much of the biohacking lifestyle, including sleep hacks. Yet, deep sleep continues to elude him. He and Dave get into factors that could be messing with his circadian rhythm, like temperature, light, overtraining, heart rate variability, glucose monitoring, blood sugar and...
Jul 14, 2022•35 min•Ep. 957
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …anesthetist and researcher, Mark Harper, M.D., Ph.D., shares how the power of cold-water practices can treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, arthritis, migraines and other health conditions you may be experiencing. Despite all the attention cold water swimming and immersion has gotten in recent years—thank you, Wim Hof—the scientific community hasn’t taken it very seriously. That’s changing now. Dr. Harper’s research goes beyond what we already know about t...
Jul 13, 2022•51 min•Ep. 956
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …two of the most adventurous people on the planet share what they’ve uncovered, faced and learned through exploration of the planet’s deepest waters. From discovering the Titanic to cave diving in places untouched by any other human, Bob Ballard and Jill Heinerth took risks, dove into fear, and came up for air with tremendous new knowledge. Combined, they’ve spent over nine decades searching the seas and documenting their findings. Canadian...
Jul 08, 2022•28 min•Ep. 955
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …a legacy upgrade conversation with Paul Chek delivers the goods on how to improve your physical, emotional and mental performance. He lays out what it takes to get into your optimal state—including a higher state of consciousness. For more than 30 years, he’s used a unique, integrated approach to treatment and education. Paul gets back to basics and formulates practical systems that work to help you help yourself to get well. “I look ...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 954
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …two spiritual masters continue discovering new layers of and models for human experience. This combined episode covers aspects of consciousness, conscious agents, biodynamics, emotional body energy, the Enneagram, homeopathy and much more. Deepak Chopra , M.D., FACP, is a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation. TIME magazine described him as “one of the top 100 heroes and icons of the century.”...
Jun 30, 2022•31 min•Ep. 953
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... ...you'll learn some surprising lessons sorrow and longing can teach you about creativity, connection and love. You’ll find out why longing isn’t passive—as most people think—but actually “momentum in disguise.” Author Susan Cain combines research, the stories of others, and memoir to explain how sadness can be your superpower. “Bittersweetness is the hidden source of our moon shots, masterpieces, and love stories,” she says in her newest...
Jun 28, 2022•58 min•Ep. 952
In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™... Cool Facts are quick hits of new human and world science curated into short bursts of information just for you. This fun compilation publishes one Friday a month. How a gene interferes with memory linking in the brain. How fearful memories are seared into your brain. How a new device stimulates the vagus nerve to help people learn a new language. How global warming impacts your sleep quality. How and why people age, according to a new theory. EPIS...
Jun 24, 2022•10 min
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …two food experts explain the many ways your food choices influence your body systems—and what you can do differently to improve your gut function, energy and performance. Here’s a look at how essential amino acids and the right proteins can keep inflammation at bay and keep your metabolism humming. Teri Cochrane, CN, CCP , went down the research rabbit hole when both her son and daughter (at different ages and for different reasons) experienced s...
Jun 24, 2022•28 min•Ep. 951
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Jun 21, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 950
In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™... … Dave talks with Lisa B. about the frustration she’s experiencing with her health conditions. She says she lives a healthy lifestyle and does the “right things” and still struggles with chronic low energy. Her kids often say, “you never feel well, mom.” She agrees but finds it difficult to explain why. Now in her early 50s, she’s had panic attacks and anxiety since childhood and has taken many types of anti-depressants throughout her life. She als...
Jun 18, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 949
SPECIAL OFFER FOR LISTENERS OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE: Go to beamminerals.com/advancedset . Use code DAVE to get 20% off. IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... …you’ll find out how plant-based humic substances have the power to stop and reverse the effects of glyphosate damage in both humans and soil. Caroline Alan, co-founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals , explains how minerals provide your body systems with critical cellular support, how they get depleted and how you can ...
Jun 17, 2022•49 min•Ep. 948
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... … you’ll get tips about how to lead a brain healthy lifestyle and how to keep perspective along your own entrepreneurial journey. Activism, acting and entrepreneurship are wired into Patrick Schwarzenegger’s DNA. He thoughtfully balances each passion through his work as an Alzheimer’s advocate, actor, investor and food founder. Patrick’s known for his trend-spotting abilities in the better-for-you food and beverage industry. H...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 947
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn how your cells, mitochondria, immune system, sleep patterns, inflammation, nerve growth pattern, and energy levels all benefit from mushrooms. These fungi are full of compounds and nutrients that your body will love. There’s a whole lot of science behind this now. In this special podcast edition, you’ll hear how two mushroom experts are studying and harnessing the amazing powers of mushrooms for the deepest parts of human biology and the ...
Jun 10, 2022•32 min•Ep. 946
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn why every breath you take makes a difference in how your entire body functions. The way you breathe affects the quality of your life and every one of your body systems. Full stop. This goes for adults and kids alike. In this special edition, breathing experts Patrick McKeown (“ THE BREATHING CURE: Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life ”) and James Nestor (“ Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art ”) approach th...
Jun 08, 2022•29 min•Ep. 945
SPECIAL OFFER FOR LISTENERS OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE: Go to https://www.oneskin.co and use code DAVE15 to get 15% off your first-time purchase . IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... …you’re listening to a new Upgrade Spotlight series based on what you told me you wanted to hear on this podcast. On one Friday each month, these shorter episodes will feature guests who’ll get right into useful information in a Q&A style. You’ll find out how to improve your energy an...
Jun 04, 2022•30 min•Ep. 944
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Jun 03, 2022•58 min•Ep. 943
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Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 942
Cool Facts are quick hits of new human and world science curated into short bursts of information just for you. This fun compilation publishes one Friday a month. Drugs that cut down cancer risk by 61% aren't really drugs. Take the right type of Vitamin D for the most benefit. Stressing cells in the sauna could help reverse neurological disease. A new discovery in brain communication and function. Making stem cells younger in less time. Active brown fat could be a marker for pre-diabetes. EPISOD...
May 27, 2022•17 min
