“ Never before has there been a time in history when women have needed more support,” explains Angela Foster. Foster, award-winning nutritionist, health & performance coach, and speaker, joins us today to discuss how exercise is different for women, why syncing with your physiology matters more than ever, and how to use data, lifestyle, and intuition to become the most vibrant version of yourself, plus: - Corporate attorney to high-performance coach (~2:50) - Foster’s personal healing journe...
Jun 29, 2025•51 min
“ Sleep is really foundational to those core building blocks of a healthy relationship,” explains Wendy Troxel, Ph.D. Wendy Troxel, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist and certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, joins us to unpack the powerful—and often overlooked—role of sleep in our lives, from its impact on sexual health and menopause to relationships, wearables, and beyond: - Sleep & healthspan (~1:10) - The role of sleep in relationships (~4:00) - Sleep & sexual health (...
Jun 22, 2025•55 min
“Look at the symptoms you thought were just 'normal for being a woman'—they’re actually related to your pelvic floor health,” explains Sara Reardon, PT, DPT. Reardon, doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor specialist, is on a mission to normalize pelvic floor conversations and revolutionize the care we receive—at every age and stage. In this episode we cover everything from how to strengthen and support your pelvic floor to the truth about kegels and so much more: - Misconce...
Jun 15, 2025•38 min
“You can improve your metabolism simply through your microbiome,” explains Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph.D. Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph.D., biochemist, microbiologist, and the co-founder and CEO of Pendulum Therapeutics, joins us today to dive deep into the science of the gut microbiome, covering everything from the gut-metabolism axis and increasing GLP-1 levels to gut-supporting foods. Plus: - Starting her company, Pendulum (~2:45) - Assessing microbiome health (~6:25) - The gut-metabolism axis (~8:55) - In...
Jun 08, 2025•39 min
“The more fulfilled we are—and the more secure we are in who we are and why we’re pursuing something—the more it boosts our journey toward excellence,” explains Steve Magness. Steve Magness, best-selling author, performance coach to Olympians, professional athletes, and executives, joins us to discuss how excellence and fulfillment go hand in hand, finding meaning, and the importance of connection. Plus: - Excellence & fulfillment work together (~1:30) - The Be, Do, Belong framework (~6:10) ...
Jun 01, 2025•53 min
“VO2 max is the single largest predictor of how long and how well you're going to live,” explains Andy Galpin, Ph.D. In this episode, you’ll hear from: Andy Galpin, Ph.D., a professor of kinesiology, Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University, on why VO2 max is the #1 predictor of lifespan and how to improve your VO2 max fast Martin Gibala, Ph.D., professor of kinesiology at McMaster University, on whether heart rate zone or perceived exertion matters more Abbie Smit...
May 29, 2025•21 min
“Movement in nature helps your gut health, reduces inflammation, improves your mood, and supports your hormones,” explains Amy Shah, M.D. Amy Shah, M.D., double board-certified physician, bestselling author, and nationally recognized expert in nutrition and integrative medicine, joins us today to explain how to eat for longevity, get the most out of your walks, and so much more: - Foods with powerful benefits (~2:00) - Should you be drinking celery juice? (~7:55) - The power of flavanols (~8:30)...
May 25, 2025•46 min
“HRT is probably the best thing that you can do to improve long term health and longevity,” explains Amy Killen, M.D. In this episode, we’re covering everything you need to know about hormone replacement therapy, including the incredible benefits of HRT and when you should consider starting HRT. You’ll hear from: Maddy Dychtwald, author, longevity expert, and co-founder of Age Wave, on the study that changed the way HRT was viewed and why it’s time to rethink that narrative Marty Makay, M.D., th...
May 22, 2025•18 min
“ We're overcomplicating what it takes to live a healthier life,” explains Jason Karp. Karp, founder & CEO of HumanCo and co-founder of Hu Kitchen, joins us today to share why the future of health starts with simplifying, how real food can reshape our health and habits, and why slowing down might be one of the most powerful practices. Plus, we cover: - Jason’s personal health journey (~3:55) - Simplifying health (~12:25) - The fertility crisis (~19:10) - The role of stress (~25:00) - The imp...
May 18, 2025•1 hr 1 min
“The stimulus we need for longevity and power is to lift heavier,” explains Vonda Wright, M.D. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the science, mindset, and cultural shift around strength training for women—and why building muscle is one of the most powerful things you can do for your long-term health. You’ll hear from: Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., functional medicine physician and founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine, on why is building muscle so essential for women’s health Vonda ...
May 15, 2025•36 min
“Vagus nerve health is a gateway to understanding inflammation,” explains Kevin Tracey, M.D. Kevin Tracey, M.D., neurosurgeon, scientist, and entrepreneur, explains everything you need to know about the vagus nerve, including: - What is the vagus nerve (~1:15) - Assessing vagus nerve health (~3:50) - The relationship with heart rate (~4:55) - Vagus nerve & inflammation (~10:30) - The power of electricity (~16:30) - Improving vagal nerve tone (~21:40) - Vagus nerve implant (~24:00) - Ear-brai...
May 11, 2025•50 min
“Menopause is inevitable. But suffering through it is not,” explains Mary Claire Haver, M.D. In this episode, we’re diving deep into perimenopause and menopause—what the science really says and how to take control of your health and well-being during this transition. You’ll hear from: Mary Claire Haver, M.D., board-certified OBGYN and Certified Menopause Practitioner from The Menopause Society, on the biological changes during this transition and lifestyle strategies for supporting your body in ...
May 08, 2025•25 min
“There is no perfection, but you can do the best you can,” explains Aly Cohen, M.D. Cohen, board-certified rheumatologist, integrative medicine specialist, and one of the country’s leading experts on environmental health, provides a practical, science-backed roadmap for reducing your exposure to harmful toxins, including: - How to reduce your exposure to toxins (~2:20) - Assessing toxic load (~3:50) - Creating a non-toxic home (~8:00) - Reverse osmosis water filters (~8:45) - Shower & sink f...
May 04, 2025•49 min
“Unequivocally, you can reverse cognitive decline,” explains Dale Bredesen, M.D. In this compilation episode, we highlight the best insights from some of our most popular conversations on brain health and Alzheimer’s prevention. You’ll hear from: Dale Bredesen, M.D., neurologist and the Chief Science Officer at Apollo Health, on his protocol for reversing cognitive decline Lisa Mosconi, Ph.D., neuroscientist, nutritionist, and author of The Menopause Brain, on how hormones and nutrition influenc...
May 01, 2025•35 min
“ If you can fix your relationship with your phone and food, big shifts happen with your mental health,” explains Tj Power. Power, lead neuroscientist, author, and founder of the DOSE Lab, joins us today to explore the vital role neurotransmitters play in our health, how to naturally boost dopamine, and how to build routines that set you up for long-term success. Plus: - Neurotransmitters 101(~2:25) - Dopamine levels (~3:20) - How to naturally support dopamine levels (~4:00) - Boredom & the ...
Apr 27, 2025•45 min
“Women should be strong—really strong—and lift heavy,” says Bonnie Tsui. Tsui, bestselling author, life-long swimmer, and journalist, joins us today to talk about all things muscle, from the cultural perspectives to the health benefits and so much more. - Her book, On Muscle (~2:10) - The history of muscle for women (~8:15) - Muscle is adaptable (~9:25) - A love letter to muscle (~11:00) - The beauty of shoulders (~13:10) - The first female weightlifters (~16:10) - Being strong & feminine (~...
Apr 20, 2025•45 min
“Let's not wait for people to break down. Let's give them the tools to prevent a breakdown,” explains Judith Joseph, M.D., M.B.A. Joseph, board-certified psychiatrist, researcher, and author, joins us today to discuss the subtle signs of high-functioning depression, the 5 tools to truly thrive, plus so much more: - What is high-functioning depression (~1:55) - The subtle signs of depression (~5:25) - The hedonic treadmill (~7:15) - Unprocessed trauma (~12:30) - People pleasing & pathological...
Apr 13, 2025•35 min
“Psychedelic medicine can be rocket fuel for healing,” explains Nick Brüss, EdD, LMFT. Brüss, licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles specializing in integrative, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and Internal Family Systems, joins us today to discuss the healing power of psychedelic medicine, the therapeutic uses, plus: - What is psychedelic therapy (~2:03) - Use cases for psychedelic therapy (~7:15) - MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine (~9:12) - Set & setting (~12:08) - MDMA (~15:35) - Ketamine (~2...
Apr 06, 2025•56 min
“Infrared saunas are one tool that helps with 50% of the hallmarks of aging,” explains Connie Zack. Zack, Co-Founder of Sunlighten, joins us to explain the science of infrared saunas—how it works, why it’s different from traditional saunas, the profound benefits, plus: - Connie’s story (~2:25) - Mercury poisoning (~6:00) - What is infrared (~7:50) - The difference from traditional saunas (~9:15) - Heat delivery of saunas (~11:10) - Detoxification (~13:30) - Cardiovascular benefits (~16:20) - Mor...
Mar 30, 2025•44 min
“ Make your brainspan equal to your lifespan”, explains Dale Bredesen, M.D. Bredesen, internationally recognized expert in neurodegenerative diseases and the Chief Science Officer at Apollo Health, joins us to explain how cognitive decline is reversible, the three key drivers of brain aging, plus: - Misunderstandings about cognitive decline (~2:48) - Protection & performance (~4:35) - 3 factors influencing cognitive health (~5:55) - Your genes are not your destiny (~10:40) - Lifestyle interv...
Mar 23, 2025•51 min
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Mar 20, 2025•3 min
“What makes humans distinct is our ability to share intentions with other people”, explains Gregory Walton, Ph.D. Walton, researcher and professor of psychology at Stanford University, joins us today to share key insights from his research on how we can foster resilience, develop a sense of meaning, plus: - How to build confidence and cultivate a growth mindset (~2:10) - Spiraling up vs spiraling down (~9:00) - Negative self-talk (~11:25) - The power of language (~12:45) - Building meaningful co...
Mar 16, 2025•52 min
“Good stressors are the most powerful medicine we have,” explains Sharon Horesh Bergquist, M.D. Bergquist, an award-winning physician, innovative healthcare leader, and researcher, joins us today to explain why stress is actually a good thing, how to optimize our exercise routines, plus so much more: - The difference between good & bad stress (~2:20) - Exercise as a stressor (~3:15) - Zone 2 & HIIT (~4:45) - The 80/20 rule (~6:20) - Vigorous exercise (~11:10) - The power of intervals (~1...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min
“Through my understanding of mind-body medicine, I was able to completely resolve my chronic pain,” explains Nicole Sachs, LCSW. Sachs, psychotherapist and nationwide expert in the treatment of chronic pain, joins us today to explain how to tap into your emotions to cure chronic pain, the role of one’s belief systems, plus: - Sachs’ experience with chronic pain (~2:15) - Her introduction to mind-body medicine (~5:15) - The power of fear & meaning (~8:25) - Jason’s experience with back pain (...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 3 min
“There is a confluence of things that has caused Alzheimer's research to be disappointingly slow,” explains Charles Piller. Piller, investigative journalist and author, reveals the history of scientific misconduct in the field of Alzheimer's research, as well as promising areas of research, plus: - Lies in Alzheimer's research (~2:35) - The amyloid hypothesis (~3:25) - The history of doctoring images in science (~5:45) - Systemic issues (~10:30) - The landmark study (13:50) - What is driving the...
Feb 23, 2025•46 min
“Seed oils are the most problematic substances in the food supply,” explains Cate Shanahan, M.D. Shanahan, M.D., board-certified family physician and influential medical thought leader, joins us to explain everything you need to know about seed oils, including the top eight oils to avoid, impact of oxidative stress, and: - The hateful eight (~2:25) - Why to avoid these oils (~3:40) - What is crude oil (~6:00) - The chemistry of oils (~7:20) - The health impact of seed oils (~8:55) - The truth ab...
Feb 16, 2025•50 min
“All that's required is the willingness to heal,” explains Gabby Bernstein. Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author, spiritual teacher and entrepreneur, joins us to discuss her transformative 4-step process to truly connect to your inner self and heal, plus: - Gabby’s introduction to internal family systems (IFS) (~2:35) - What is ISF? (~6:50) - The role of mindset (~10:25) - Emotional reactions (~12:20) - The role of gratitude (~14:07) - The relevance of ISF (~15:35) - The 4 step ...
Feb 09, 2025•58 min
“The brain is the most important organ that we have in our body,” explains Shai Efrati, M.D. Efrati, M.D., Founder and Director of the world-leading Sagol Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Research, joins us to dive deep into the science behind hyperbaric medicine, the incredible benefits, plus: - What is hyperbaric therapy (~2:55) - How does hyperbaric therapy work (~3:28) - Brain benefits & neurogenesis (~9:40) - Who benefits from this therapy (~11:20) - How does this affect cognitive dec...
Feb 02, 2025•56 min
“The linkage between the immune system and the microbiome is the fundamental of everything,” says Charles Akle, M.D. Akle, Chief Medical Officer at immy, surgeon, and leading researcher in immunotherapy, joins us to dive deep into the gut microbiome, covering everything from the gut-brain axis to chronic inflammation, plus: - The gut microbiome & overall health (~1:45) - The impact of modern life (~3:38) - Hygiene hypothesis & mycobacteria (~5:23) - The power of fecal transplants (~8:55)...
Jan 26, 2025•52 min
“We were built to do hard things,” explains Jamie Seeman, M.D. Seeman, a board-certified OB/GYN, Integrative Medicine Fellow, and Board-Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist, joins us to discuss the optimal practices for training, nutrition, and recovery, including: - How to reset after a poor night of sleep (~2:45) - Seeman’s exercise routine (~10:25) - Improving body composition (~14:10) - Animal protein (~16:25) - The benefits of creatine (~23:15) - Sauna & ice bathing (~29:15) - Red l...
Jan 19, 2025•57 min
