Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance
In this episode, I explain the biological roles of the four major neuromodulators—dopamine, epinephrine (aka adrenaline), serotonin, and...
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Episodes
Latest firstOptimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools | Jeff Cavaliere
My guest this episode is Jeff Cavaliere, MSPT CSCS, a world-class physical therapist and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. Jeff...
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The Science & Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
In this episode, I explain the biology and psychology of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)—a prevalent and debilitating condition. I also...
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The Science & Practice of Movement | Ido Portal
My guest is Ido Portal, the world’s foremost expert on human movement. Ido has spent a lifetime studying, combining and evolving elements...
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Improve Flexibility with Research-Supported Stretching Protocols
In this episode, I explain the science behind limb range of motion and flexibility and how to increase them by using science-supported...
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Therapy, Treating Trauma & Other Life Challenges | Dr. Paul Conti
My guest this episode is Dr. Paul Conti, M.D., a psychiatrist and expert in treating trauma, personality disorders and psychiatric...
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The Science & Process of Healing from Grief
This episode, I discuss grief and the challenges of processing losses of different kinds. I explain the biological mechanisms of grief,...
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Boost Attention & Memory with Science-Based Tools | Dr. Wendy Suzuki
My guest is Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Ph.D., Professor of Neural Science and Psychology and (soon) Dean of New York University, whose research...
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Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools
This episode I explain the mechanisms by which different types of memories are established in our brain and how to leverage the amount and...
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Understanding & Controlling Aggression
This episode I describe the neural mechanisms that activate and control aggressive states and behaviors and the role of hormones—estrogen...
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Micronutrients for Health & Longevity | Dr. Rhonda Patrick
My guest is Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D. She earned her doctoral degree in biomedical science from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at the...
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The Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure
I describe the mechanisms by which deliberate heat exposure impacts body temperature, metabolism, heart health, hormone production,...
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Using Light (Sunlight, Blue Light & Red Light) to Optimize Health
I describe the mechanisms by which different wavelengths of light impact the cells, tissues and organs of the human body, and how...
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How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality | Dr. Kyle Gillett
My guest is Dr. Kyle Gillett, MD, a dual board-certified physician in family medicine and obesity medicine and an expert in optimizing...
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Using Deliberate Cold Exposure for Health and Performance
I describe mechanisms by which deliberate cold exposure can enhance mental health, physical health, and performance. I detail specific...
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How to Build Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance | Dr. Andy Galpin
In this episode, I discuss fundamental principles of strength and hypertrophy training and building endurance, along with the mechanisms...
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Controlling Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools
I explain how to blunt sugar cravings through fundamental knowledge of how sugar is sensed, metabolized, and utilized within the body. I...
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Using Salt to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance
I discuss the role of salt (sodium) in the nervous system and the key role that it plays in mental performance, physical performance and...
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How to Build, Maintain & Repair Gut Health | Dr. Justin Sonnenburg
My guest this episode is Dr. Justin Sonnenburg, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology at Stanford University. Dr. Sonnenburg’s research...
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How to Enhance Your Gut Microbiome for Brain & Overall Health
In this episode, I discuss the profound effect the gut has on the nervous system. I cover the structure and function of the gut-brain axis...
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