Prof. Thomas Seyfried is a professor of biology at Boston College and a leading researcher in cancer metabolism. He is best known for his book Cancer as a Metabolic Disease, where he argues that cancer is primarily caused by mitochondrial dysfunction rather than genetic mutations. Seyfried holds a Ph.D. in Genetics and Biochemistry and completed postdoctoral training in neurology at Yale University. His research focuses on metabolic therapies, including ketogenic diets, as potential treatments for cancer and neurological disorders. He has published over 150 scientific papers and is a prominent advocate for rethinking conventional cancer treatment approaches.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) – Why cancer rates are doubling

(06:54) – The real root cause of cancer and evolving treatments

(13:07) – Why we believed cancer was mostly genetic

(20:52) – The role of mitochondria in preventing cancer

(25:54) – Did our ancestors get cancer? Lifespan vs. risk

(28:46) – Lessons from the Inuit diet

(31:42) – What’s the optimal diet for cancer prevention?

(42:05) – Understanding and measuring your GKI

(46:12) – Intermittent fasting vs. prolonged fasting

(55:32) – Cancer treatments and key supplements to know

(58:26) – The role of NAD precursors in recovery

Learn more about Prof. Seyfried

University profile - https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/morrissey/departments/biology/people/faculty-directory/thomas-seyfried.html

Book - https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Metabolic-Disease-Management-Prevention-ebook/dp/B00852YXZS?ref_=ast_author_mpb

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Dr. Frank Anderson, M.D., is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and leading expert in trauma and dissociation. He is a lead trainer at the IFS Institute and has worked closely with renowned trauma researcher Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. Dr. Anderson is the author of Transcending Trauma and the memoir To Be Loved: A Story of Truth, Trauma, and Transformation. He co-founded the Trauma Institute and Trauma-Informed Media to advance trauma education and awareness. Based in Concord, Massachusetts, he continues to teach, write, and maintain a private practice.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) - Dr. Anderson, a world-renowned trauma expert

(10:59) - How do you define trauma?

(15:57) - Confusion of trauma

(18:50) - Having a harder shell

(25:49) - Justification

(28:05) - Having difficulty accepting love and compliment

(30:59)- Shame vs guilt

(33:13)- Transformation vs repression

(37:12) - Trauma's effects to physical body

(40:30) - Trauma's effects to relationships

(53:07)- Therapy's effect to relationships

(58:51)- How to start healing yourself

(1:06:04) - Ai as a mental therapist

Learn more about Dr. AndersonWebsite: https://www.frankandersonmd.com/Instagram: Frank Anderson (@frank_andersonmd)

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Liz Josefsberg is a health and wellness expert with over 15 years of experience in the weight loss industry. She served as Director of Brand Advocacy for Weight Watchers, where she worked with clients like Jennifer Hudson and Jessica Simpson. Liz authored Target 100, a program focusing on six lifestyle areas: food, hydration, exercise, movement, stress, and sleep. She founded Target100 to help individuals personalize their weight loss journeys with sustainable habits. Liz also consults for health-tech companies and frequently speaks at corporate wellness events.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) - What will listeners learn from this conversation?

(04:21) - What were your own struggles in weight loss

(7:38) - Mental health in losing weight

(13:41)- Evolution of hunger drive

(23:38) - How to change a bad habit

(32:17) - Breaking the streak

(39:10) - Modern-day weight loss program

(46:55) - The Biggest Loser study

(53:36) - What is the 6 pillars

(1:04:16) - Meditation for losing weight

(1:11:55) - Questions to ask yourself for better decisions

(1:18:02)- Weight loss hacks vs Routine changes

(1:25:23) - Focusing on the positive payoff

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Daniel Priestley is a successful entrepreneur, author, and speaker known for his expertise in business growth, personal branding, and entrepreneurship. He is the co-founder of Dent Global, a company that helps small businesses scale through strategic positioning and influence. Priestley has written several best-selling books, including Key Person of Influence and Oversubscribed, which focus on building authority, attracting opportunities, and creating demand in competitive markets.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) - Why should people tune in to a podcast about entrepreneurship?

(03:01) - How do economics change over time?

(08:04) - Job replacements and new jobs brought by new discoveries

(15:36) - Value of work

(26:32) - How to choose the right business for you?

(34:18) - How do you know if it’s a good business?

(41:24) - Starting a business with the full capacity of AI

(54:54) - AI wrapper businesses

(1:01:50) - AI advancement effects on having experts

(1:06:44) - When to decide if you’ll focus on one thing or multiple things in business?

(1:16:14) - The 5 P’s

Learn more about Daniel:

https://danielpriestley.com/  

/ danielpriestley  

https://www.instagram.com/danielpries...

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Dr. David Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist, author, and expert in brain health, neurodegenerative diseases, and nutrition. He is best known for his books Grain Brain and Brain Maker, which explore the connection between diet, gut health, and cognitive function. Through his research and public speaking, Dr. Perlmutter advocates for a low-carb, high-fat diet and lifestyle changes to optimize brain health and prevent conditions like Alzheimer's and cognitive decline.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) - Brain Wars

(04:04) - Effects of genetics vs. the choices you make

(09:38) - Major differences in diets

(14:45) - Lifespan vs. longevity among our Paleolithic ancestors

(19:48) - How DNA can affect the diet you're adaptable to

(26:08) - Fat consumption

(31:00) - Difference between taking supplements and getting nutrients directly from food

(38:17) - Widespread use of drugs called GLP-1 agonists

(44:12) - Downsides of GLP-1

(46:14) - Reactive medicine

(48:36) - How to determine your metabolic rate

(54:42) - Where do you get continuous glucose monitoring?

(55:33) - Effects of supplements on the brain

Learn more about Dr. Perlmutter:

https://drperlmutter.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Perlmutter

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Christian Drapeau is a stem cell scientist, author, and speaker known for his work in adult stem cell research. He popularized the idea of enhancing the body’s natural repair mechanisms and wrote Cracking the Stem Cell Code. Drapeau has also developed plant-based supplements supporting stem cell function, bridging science and wellness.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:55) - Helping people with stem cells

(05:48) - What are stem cells?

(09:24) - What happens to stem cells as we grow old?

(13:50) - Can stem cells be counted?

(18:37) - Political and philosophical challenges

(20:19) - Stem cell therapy

(27:01) - What are the risks?

(37:00) - Why is there a delay in the effect of the therapy?(39:38) - What natural ways help produce stem cells?

(43:36) - Foods that affect stem cells

(47:10) - Differences in stem cell therapy across countries

(51:09) - Who should look into stem cells?

(53:00) - Stem cells in the next 50 years

Learn more about Christian:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-drapeau

Instagram:  @stemcellchristian 

Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AChristian%2BDrapeau&s=relevancerank&text=Christian+Drapeau&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1

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James Altucher is an entrepreneur, author, and podcast host who has founded over 20 companies. He’s the author of "Choose Yourself" and hosts The James Altucher Show. Altucher is also an advocate for the transformative potential of AI, often discussing its impact on business and personal development in his work and interviews.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:45) - James' AI experience
(04:49) - What was the first version of AI?
(12:23) - What will be the next bottlenecks in AI?
(19:21) - Quantum computers
(23:29) - Which jobs can be easily replaced by AI?
(32:00) - AI’s limitations in judgment
(38:38) - Human vs. AI interactions
(42:52) - Appreciating human creativity
(46:37) - What skills do humans need to unlearn?
(58:56) - James as a chess master and comedian
(1:03:25) - Taking more risks
(1:07:02) - What are the positive risks and challenges with AI?
(1:11:40) - The Lindy Effect
(1:14:48) - Keeping up with technological advancements
(1:18:53) - Opportunities that come with AILearn more about

James:Podcast: The James Altucher Show - https://jamesaltuchershow.com/Website: https://www.jamesaltucher.com/

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Moran Cerf is a neuroscientist and professor at Northwestern University, specializing in decision-making and consciousness. His research blends neuroscience, psychology, and AI to explore how humans make choices. A former hacker, he also studies the intersection of brain science and technology. Cerf is a sought-after speaker at events like TED and the World Economic Forum. His work has gained recognition in both academia and popular science.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) - Introductions
(0:40) - Emotional regulation
(5:50) - Having a second person that listens
(8:37) - Chasing the story in your brain
(10:17) - Exposures
(12:35) - Embodied cognition
(17:35) - Smell or odor
(25:29) - Purpose of tears
(29:01) - Being in a neutral place
(31:59) - Major histocompatibility complex
(33:29) - Magic pheromones
(38:32) - Signaling emotions
(42:18) - Persuasion
(52:59) - Negotiation
(1:00:26) - Being likable

Learn more about Moran CerfOfficial Website: https://www.morancerf.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morancerfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/morancerf

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Sahil Bloom is an entrepreneur, investor, and writer known for his insightful takes on personal growth, business, and life. He gained significant attention through his thought-provoking threads on X (formerly Twitter), where he shares wisdom on topics like mental models, productivity, and navigating the challenges of building a successful life and career. With a background in finance and entrepreneurship, Sahil has worked with top-tier companies and has been an advocate for creating meaningful and intentional success. Through his content, he aims to inspire others to think critically, take action, and design a life that aligns with their values.

In our conversation, we discuss:

(0:56) - Small things become big things
(4:02) - Consistency
(7:49) - The real race
(9:40) - Validation from others
(17:11) - The harder path
(21:10) - Time billionaire
(27:26) - What is enough money
(29:31) - Assessing opportunities
(32:09) - Tim Cook as Sahil’s mentor
(36:28) - Permission
(38:03) - Reframing Impostor Syndrome
(40:46) - Confronting true failure
(44:52) - Goal inversion
(50:36) - Importance of space
(52:11) - Harvard Study of Adult Development
(55:50) - Walking the walk
(58:20) - View on therapy
(1:00:00) - What’s a question you ask yourself regularly?
(1:04:04) - Your own path

Learn more about Sahil:
Sahil Bloom's X (formerly Twitter): @Sahil_Bloom
Sahil Bloom's Instagram: @Sahil_Bloom
Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/059372318X?tag=randohouseinc7986-20

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Don Saladino is a celebrity fitness trainer, entrepreneur, and wellness expert known for transforming Hollywood actors into superhero shape. With over two decades of experience, he has worked with stars like Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and Blake Lively. Don specializes in strength training, functional fitness, and sustainable health practices, emphasizing longevity over quick fixes. He is also the founder of the fitness platform Playbook and shares expert insights on social media, podcasts, and online programs. His holistic approach integrates training, nutrition, and mindset to help clients achieve peak performance.

Instagram:  instagram.com/donsaladino

Facebook:facebook.com/saladinodon

X (Twitter): x.com/donsaladino

TikTok: tiktok.com/@donsaladino

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