This episode is different. It is personal. Because for the first time, I will be sharing something I have not yet spoken about publicly. My father passed away this March. Just two days before my birthday. And in the weeks that followed, I gave myself permission to fully grieve, to feel, to remember, to process. It was a conscious act of mourning, supported by ceremony, solitude, and also by ketamine therapy, medically supervised at our clinic in Santa Monica. It helped me meet the waves of grief...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 6 min
My guest today is someone whose work has shaped the very code of modern biology, and whose vision continues to ripple across fields as vast as genomics, synthetic biology, age reversal, and artificial intelligence. Dr. George Church is a a true pioneer, Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School, a molecular engineer, chemist and serial entrepreneur as the co-founder of more than 50 biotech companies. He has helped invent many of the technologies that now define the genomic era, from CRISPR...
Jun 18, 2025•57 min
Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast, where we explore the frontiers of human potential, consciousness, and creation. My guest today is someone whose life and work pulse with the resonance of a deep, sacred mission: Tom Cronin, keynote speaker, meditation teacher, author of The Portal, and a visionary committed to guiding humanity toward inner stillness as a path to global transformation. After a high-stakes career in finance led to a personal health crisis, Tom turned inward, and discovered som...
May 30, 2025•48 min
Today, I am honored to welcome a true pioneer in the field of health and essential fats—Udo Erasmus. You may know Udo as the author of the groundbreaking book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, a resource that has guided millions in understanding the critical role of fats in human health. But Udo is far more than a bestselling author. He is a biochemist, a health philosopher, and the founder of Udo’s Choice, an award-winning line of organic oils, probiotics, and enzymes, including the very ones I k...
May 20, 2025•50 min
Today’s guest is someone whose work resonates at the intersection of science, sovereignty, and the extraordinary healing potential of the human mind. Brandy Gillmore is a mind-body healing expert, researcher, and inspirational speaker known for her groundbreaking discoveries on self-healing. After a debilitating injury left her in chronic pain and reliant on a wheelchair and cane, Brandy embarked on a remarkable journey, ultimately using the power of her own mind to heal herself fully. Her story...
May 15, 2025•54 min
Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer and today, it is my profound honor to welcome back a true visionary, Dr. Riane Eisler. Dr. Eisler is a cultural historian, systems scientist, attorney, and pioneering voice for a future shaped not by domination, but by partnership, by cooperation, empathy, and care. Her groundbreaking books, including The Chalice and The Blade, The Real Wealth of Nations, and Nurturing Our Humanity, have transformed how we view our history, our s...
May 05, 2025•53 min
Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer and today, we journey into the chemistry of connection, the science of trust, and the hidden forces that shape extraordinary human experiences. My guest is Dr. Paul Zak, neuroscientist, best-selling author, Professor of Economics, Psychology, and Management at Claremont Graduate University, and co-founder of the pioneering company Immersion Neuroscience. Paul’s groundbreaking research has revealed how neurochemicals like oxytocin...
May 02, 2025•47 min
Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer—and in this episode, we explore a frontier of health that’s been quietly shaping our biology all along: the world of glycans. My guest is Nikolina Lauc, co-founder and CEO of GlycanAge—a pioneering biotech company using glycan biomarkers to measure biological age and predict long-term health outcomes. Her work is helping to shift the paradigm of aging from something we passively endure to something we can actively understand—and ...
Apr 30, 2025•42 min
"If you spend all your time looking for the perfect person, you’ll struggle. A healthier mindset is to find someone you enjoy — and then work to build the relationship you want." Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer—and in this episode, we’re stepping into one of the most intimate intersections of modern life: where love meets technology. My guest today is Dr. Liesel Sharabi, a leading researcher at Arizona State University and Director of the Relationships and Tech...
Apr 30, 2025•41 min
Welcome to The Superhumanize Podcast. I’m your host, Ariane Sommer and today, we’re not just talking about heart health… We’re decoding it. My guest is Dr. Ronald Krauss, one of the most influential voices in cardiovascular research today. A professor of medicine at UCSF and a pioneer in lipidology, Dr. Krauss has reshaped how we understand cholesterol, inflammation, and the subtle particles that move through our blood and, often, determine our fate. In this conversation, we go far beyond the st...
Apr 30, 2025•58 min
What if the greatest performance enhancer isn't a pill, a device, or a protocol—but the air you're breathing right now? What if the quality of that air is silently shaping your sleep, your focus, your aging… even your future? My guest today is someone who lives at the intersection of wellness, innovation, and purpose. Helen Christoni is a health and wellness expert, educator, and a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience leading transformational brands. She’s currently the Vice Pr...
Apr 29, 2025•41 min
What if everything we’ve been taught about stress is wrong? What if, instead of being the enemy, stress could actually be the key to unlocking our resilience, longevity, and purpose? Today's guest, Jeff Krasno, has built his life around reimagining wellness. As the co-founder of Commune, he’s created a global platform for transformational learning. He’s also the visionary behind Luminescence, an event that’s redefining women’s health and longevity—and one I had the pleasure of experiencing first...
Mar 25, 2025•51 min
Are the foods you trust actually sabotaging your health? Today, we venture into the murky world of food labeling—a realm where "natural" and "organic" often mask hidden dangers. Joining us is Jen Smiley, the trailblazing founder of "Wake Up and Read the Labels." With a mission to unveil the truth behind ingredient lists, Jen has empowered countless individuals to reclaim their well-being through genuine, informed choices. In this episode, we'll dissect the deceptive tactics employed by the food ...
Mar 06, 2025•50 min
What if everything we’ve been told about addiction is wrong? What if the problem isn’t the substance or the behavior—but the pain underneath it? Dr. Adi Jaffe knows this firsthand. Once caught in his own battle with addiction and even spending time in jail, he didn’t just rebuild his life—he reshaped the way we think about recovery. A former UCLA lecturer, TEDx speaker, and the author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, Dr. Jaffe challenges the traditional “one-size-fits-all” approach to addict...
Feb 26, 2025•47 min
What happens when our ancient evolutionary instincts collide with the rapid advancements of modern technology? Today, we delve into this compelling question with Scientia Professor Rob Brooks, an evolutionary biologist at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. Professor Brooks has dedicated his career to exploring the intricate dance between sexual selection, human behavior, and cultural evolution. His acclaimed book, Sex, Genes & Rock 'n' Roll: How Evolution Has Shaped the Modern Worl...
Feb 22, 2025•56 min
What if the emotions we've been taught to suppress are actually the keys to our deepest wisdom? Today, we delve into this provocative idea with Karla McLaren, M.Ed. , an award-winning author and researcher whose empathic approach to emotions revalues even the most "negative" emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. Karen's acclaimed book, The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You , challenges us to embr...
Feb 21, 2025•54 min
What if the way we live is completely out of sync with how we’re actually designed to function? We’re talking about our internal clocks—our circadian rhythms—and how they impact everything from our sleep and energy levels to our metabolism, mental health, and even longevity. My guest today is Lynne Peeples, an award-winning science journalist and author of The Inner Clock: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms. She’s written for Nature, Scientific American, The Atlantic, and TIME, covering t...
Feb 19, 2025•45 min
Welcome to Superhumanize. Today, we’re diving deep with one of the world’s leading minds in cognitive and evolutionary psychology—Professor David C. Geary. A Curators’ Distinguished Professor at the University of Missouri, David has reshaped our understanding of how evolution molds everything from mathematical cognition to the nuanced differences between male and female brains. He’s the author of groundbreaking works like Male, Female: The Evolution of Human Sex Differences and The Origin of Min...
Feb 18, 2025•51 min
Imagine a future where women not only defy aging but redefine it entirely. Today, I'm thrilled to delve into the forefront of female biohacking and longevity with a true pioneer in the field, Kayla Barnes-Lentz. As the owner of LYV The Wellness Space and host of the Longevity Optimization Podcast, Kayla has dedicated her life to advancing women's health through innovative, evidence-based technologies and treatments. Our conversation explores the cutting-edge strategies that empower women to take...
Jan 16, 2025•51 min
What if the key to reversing your biological age isn’t just one secret, but a synergy—where cutting-edge biohacking meets our ancient relationship with nature? Today, I’m thrilled to welcome back Nadine Artemis, the visionary founder of Living Libations, for her third appearance on the show. Nadine’s work has redefined what it means to care for our bodies—inside and out—with botanical formulations and practices that merge purity, efficacy, and beauty. She is also the author of the bestselling bo...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Did you know that all mammals (should) poop in 12 seconds? Did you know that at any given moment, up to 100 million Americans are experiencing constipation? This often-overlooked condition affects nearly 30% of the population, with prevalence increasing to 60% as we age. Today, we're joined by Dr. Carmen Fong, a distinguished colorectal surgeon and author of Constipation Nation: What to Know When You Can’t Go . Dr. Fong brings a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate approach to a subject that ...
Dec 29, 2024•45 min
What if the words we mock the most—'like,' 'literally,' 'um,' and 'dude'—are actually the secret weapons of human connection, subtly shaping our relationships and identities? What if what we call 'bad English' is, in fact, linguistic evolution in action—evidence of how adaptable, intelligent, and deeply social we really are? Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Valerie Fridland, a brilliant sociolinguist and professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, whose groundbreaking research challenges everyt...
Dec 29, 2024•1 hr
Have you ever wondered how many women have silently suffered because of fear-driven misinformation about hormone replacement therapy? For years, HRT was vilified, leaving countless women struggling through perimenopause, menopause and beyond without the tools to thrive. But what if the story we’ve been told is incomplete—what if HRT isn’t the villain, but a powerful ally in women’s health? Dr. Beth DuPree is here to rewrite that narrative. As a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bre...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Imagine a world where your eyes not only reveal the state of your vision but also serve as windows into your brain's health, where migraines are intricately linked to the gut, and where mindfulness can reshape the very structure of your neural pathways. This is the pioneering realm navigated by Dr. Sui Wong, a distinguished Neurologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist based in London. With a medical degree from the University of Cambridge and specialized training from Moorfields Eye Hospital, Dr. Wong ...
Dec 10, 2024•59 min
What if the version of yourself you think is you is actually just a story—a false narrative woven from your past traumas, fears, and societal pressures? And what if freeing yourself from this story could unlock a life of true authenticity, joy, and freedom? Today, I am thrilled to bring you Bryan Hubbard, a visionary thinker and the creator of Time-Light Therapy . Bryan is also the author of two groundbreaking books: The Untrue Story of You and Time-Light: How to Let Go of Your Past, Be Your Tru...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Have you ever wondered if our very instincts—those survival mechanisms that got us here—might actually be our biggest threat? Today, we’re diving into this fascinating paradox with Kristian Rönn, a brilliant mind who’s not only the CEO and co-founder of Normative , the world's first carbon accounting engine, but also a thought leader whose work spans climate policy, philosophy, and artificial intelligence. Before founding Normative, Kristian worked at the University of Oxford's Future of Humanit...
Nov 19, 2024•53 min
Imagine a world where the foods we eat daily are quietly eroding our brain's capabilities, silently accelerating the aging process of our most vital organ. Recent groundbreaking studies have unveiled the shocking impact of ultra-processed foods on our brain health, revealing significant reductions in gray matter volume and white matter integrity. This isn't science fiction—this is our reality. As bad as this sounds and is, the good news is, we can turn this around and actively not only stop the ...
Nov 02, 2024•52 min
What if the clothes on your back—the very fabrics that define your identity, keep you warm, or make you feel empowered—were actually working against your health? What if, beneath the aesthetics of sustainable fashion, there was a darker truth about toxic chemicals in everything from fast fashion to luxury garments? And how would knowing this change the way you choose, wear, and interact with your wardrobe moving forward?" The conversation of today’s episode is equal parts eye-opening and actiona...
Nov 02, 2024•54 min
What if everything we think we know about life—about time, space, and even our place in the universe—is only scratching the surface? Imagine that our search for extraterrestrial life isn’t just about finding ‘others,’ but also about understanding ourselves. What if the way we explore the stars mirrors how we need to evolve right here on Earth? Welcome back to Superhumanize, the space where we journey deep into the intersections of wellness, science, philosophy, and human potential. Today’s conve...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 4 min
What if everything you’ve been chasing—success, wealth, recognition—turned out to be the very thing standing in the way of your true happiness? What if the relentless pursuit of ‘more’ is keeping you from discovering that the joy you seek has been within you all along? Today, on Superhumanize, we dive deep into these questions with a guest who has not only asked them but found answers—Ashish Kothari. Ashish is the founder of Happiness Squad and the author of Hardwired for Happiness . After spend...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 5 min
