In the busy modern world, everyone could use a little more happiness and connection, but how can one attain it? Studies show meditation is an easily achievable path to happiness.

In this episode, a pioneer in the field of meditation, a world-renowned teacher, Sharon Salzberg joins us to talk about her New York Times bestselling book, "REAL HAPPINESS, 10th Anniversary Edition: A 28-Day Program to Realize the Power of Meditation." Sharon Salzberg is a central figure in the meditation movement, cofounder of The Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and has authored ten books. Acclaimed for her down-to-earth and relatable teaching style, Salzberg offers a secular, modern approach to Buddhist teachings, making them instantly accessible.

We all know that kids love sugar. But studies show children today consume at least three times the recommended daily limit, causing serious health problems.  And the culprits aren’t just the usual suspects like candy, soda, and cookies. Added sugar is everywhere—in yogurts and bottled salad dressings, in jarred tomato sauce and even in organic, all-natural packaged granola.

In this episode with talk with Jennifer Tyler Lee, one of the authors of HALF THE SUGAR, ALL OF THE LOVE, about their delicious recipes that are kid-friendly ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…and breaks down all the sugar myths and inspires you to cook decadent recipes that still include tons of flavor and fun – but just HALF THE SUGAR!

The Rabbit Effect: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness by Dr. Kelli Harding is an eye-opening and provocative new way to look at our health based on the latest discoveries in the science of compassion, kindness, and human connection. In this episode, Harding presents a new model for you to take charge of your health and happiness.

For some people alcohol is just something you have with dinner or at the end of the day or at a party. For others, it's the mask that needs to be worn to function.

Trying to figure out which one of those people you are can be complicated.

In this episode, We're joined by Lisa Boucher, author of Raising the Bottom: Making Mindful Choices in a Drinking Culture.

It is a very useful tool for readers struggling with alcohol addiction, a book that brings together stories and lessons from women who have suffered from alcoholism and who have had the courage to regain their freedom.

From their darkest hours to their brightest moments, survivors describe their transformation from despair to happiness in the new book, Chaos to Clarity: Sacred Stories of Transformational Change by Rev. Patricia Cagganello and Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos.

In this episode the authors share with us the challenges that these men and women faced head-on, and how they emerged stronger and happier.

In Chaos to Clarity, Cagganello and Kanavos share their expertise on the spirituality and psychology of change and explain why change is not only inevitable, but it is good for you.

To learn more about the authors, please visit https://sacredstoriesmedia.com; https://sacredstoriespublishing.com; or https://kathleenokeefekanavos.com.

Luke Skywalker may have said it best: "breathe, just breathe." But breathing is not just a trick for harnessing the power of the force. It can also help ground you and set you on a course for better wellness.

Professional breathwork coach Lauren Chelec Cafritz has the perfect solution for those seeking emotional liberation, physical wellness, and mental well-being this fall in her new book, Breath LOVE.

We talked with her about the book which, is part memoir, part inspiration, part instruction. Now take a deep breath and click "play."

In this very special episode Zach travels to Atlanta to talk with Biocurious Kayla about mindset, breathwork and vulnerability.

The video originally aired live on Instagram but we wanted to make sure you didn't miss it.

Please check out Kayla's website, www.biocuriouskayla.com for TONS of great info and her podcast.

How do you feel?

It's a simple question that for many of us is difficult to answer. That question also led to some of the deepest research ever done on how we process our emotions.

Dr. Marc Brackett has devoted the past 25 years to conducting research in the field of Social and Emotional Learning and developing RULER, which stands for Recognizing, Understanding, Labeling, Expressing and Regulating emotions.

He is also the founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence.

He joins us on this episode to talk about his new book. "Permission to Feel" is a personal and professional journey to discovering how emotions drive learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, and health.

Cannabidiol (CBD) oil has been all the buzz lately. It's become the hot new product...and a controversial topic.

A lot of people are debating and talking about it but many still don't understand what it is, how it’s used, or if it’s legal. Honestly, we have our own questions.

To shed some light on the topic in this episode we talk with a trained critical-care physician from California who has been working in this field for years. He has had great success in treating patients dealing with everything from insomnia to stage 4 cancer.

Listen and find out if CBD is something you want to add to your biohacking toolbox.

You've tried and failed to be a morning person, started a new diet... again and you've been planning to go for a run...for 3 years.

Like us, you're a fit mess...or maybe you're just "biocurious."

Our Guest this week is Kayla Osterhoff. She's a legit scientist at the CDC with a decade of work in health sciences.

She also runs a BioCurious Functional Health and Performance Coaching business and hosts the BioCurious Podcast.

"BioCurious Kayla" has some great advice to help you focus on what matters most when it comes to your physical and emotional health.