This week, Dr. Drew talks with Akshay Nanavati, an adventurer, speaker, author, and USMC Vet. Akshay opens up about his personal journey dealing with PTSD and self-destructive tendencies after leaving the military, offering poignant reflections on his struggles and how he transformed his pain into purpose. Akshay shares how he utilizes unconventional methods like darkness retreats to confront his past and cultivate resilience. In his book 'Fearvana,' he unveils his unique philosophy of confronting fear head-on and embracing suffering as a path to growth. Tune in as Akshay elaborates on his bold decision to embark on a risky solo adventure in Antarctica.

Akshay Nanavati

Dr. Drew Pinsky, board certified internist and addiction medicine specialist, takes listener calls and talks to experts on a variety of topics relating to health, relationships, sex and drug addiction.

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This week, Dr. Drew talks to author and evolutionary psychologist Rob Henderson. Rob sheds light on the biases inherent in the New York Times bestseller list, explores California's committee on happiness, challenges our misconceptions about happiness, and underscores the significance of social psychology in academia

Rob's New Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Troubled/Rob-Henderson/9781982168537 
Rob's Newsletter: https://robkhenderson.substack.com/  
Rob's Website: https://www.robkhenderson.com/ 

Exploring Happiness and Social Psychology with Rob Henderson

This week Dr. Drew talks to author and founder of Upgrade Labs, Dave Asprey. Together, they explore the realms of biohacking, exercise, diet, and why generic health programs often fall short. Dave sheds light on his AI-driven longevity program and provides insights into Upgrade Labs, offering a glimpse into the benefits of joining his biohacking club. The discussion also takes a deep dive into the crucial topics of sleep optimization and its impact on longevity.

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Dave Asprey

This week Dr. Drew talks to Michael Easer, New York Times bestselling author of 'The Comfort Crisis' and 'Scarcity Brain.' They discuss the concept of humans as super consumers driven by an ancient desire for more, which is now backfiring on us. Michael shares insights on how his exploration of slot machines revealed humanity's tendency to operate in a scarcity loop and offers recommendations on breaking free from this cycle.

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Michael Easter

This week, Dr. Drew talks to David Ragsdale, the CEO & Co-Founder of RePlatform, a convention centered around the parallel economy. David shares his personal journey from homelessness and sheds light on overlooked aspects of the homeless crisis that are often missed by lawmakers. He discusses his advocacy work for 'Defeat the Mandate' and addresses the concerning trend of individuals being deplatformed and debanked, offering insights into strategies for pushing back against institutional and governmental cancellations.

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David Ragsdale

This week, Dr. Drew takes calls from listeners who have questions on diverse topics, including the potential risks of vaccine-induced spike protein reactivation, cancer mortality rates among young individuals, and the bureaucratic challenges within healthcare and the World Trade Organization (WTO). Following the calls, Dr. Drew has a conversation with Martha Carlin, the founder of BiotiQuest. Martha shares how her husband's Parkinson's diagnosis led her to develop her special probiotic formula. Delving into the intricate world of the gut biome, Martha discusses the profound benefits of BiotiQuest's Sugar Shift Probiotic and its potential impact on overall health

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Akshay Nanavati

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