Dr Jonathon Anomaly is a philosopher, professor and author of the book Creating Future People: The Science and Ethics of Genetic Enhancement. Today we are talking about gene editing and embryo selection, from health fixes, to choosing traits like cognitive ability and appearance. We tackle the ethics of 'designer babies,' the rise of the superhuman elite class, and the potential to wipe out diseases or even extend human life.

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00:00 Intro
1:45 Where the interest began
4:35 What is Genetic modification
8:58 What’s currently happening
11:00 How many generations of genes are we made up of
12:51 Stacking the genetic deck
13:45 What genes can we edit
16:33 Cognitive ability
20:35 How does selecting cognitive ability work?
24:55 The impact of living longer
26:55 Over vs under population
31:00 Reason for decline in fertility
36:45 What aesthetic traits can we choose?
40:32 Will we have made to order babies?
44:13 Pressure on parent decision making
48:15 Nature vs nurture
50:10 Ethical challenges
53:09 Elite super human class
54:59 Impact on sports
57:41 Biggest misconception in this space
1:08:07 One trait we should never edit
1:08:20 Designer babies exciting future or ethical nightmare
1:08:26 What would you modify about yourself?
1:10:16 One thing to take away

Find Dr Jonathon Anomaly:
https://jonathan-anomaly.com/

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Tim Storey is an acclaimed author, speaker, humanitarian and comeback coach to the stars. He is best known for inspiring and motivating people from all walks of life, from entertainment and celebrities to adults and children in third world counties.  Using his key principles and sense of humour, Tim helps people move past the obstacles that are holding them back in life. 

During our chat today Tim explains how you can achieve success just by changing your mindset and what to do when you are lacking motivation and feeling lost in life! You hear me say this to Tim at the end but honestly by the end of this podcast my cheeks were hurting from smile so much! I really hope you enjoy!

Get ready to get your mind blown!

Topics include:

• About Tim Storey and how his career began
• How to manage your comeback
• Navigating difficult times
• Changing your mindset to achieve success
• Success from uncommon thoughts, plan, partners and discipline
• The Miracle Mentality Book
• Lacking motivation and feeling lost in life
• Being comfortable with the uncomfortable
• Why adversity breaks some people but drives others to greatness
• How to transform adversity into opportunity

Host:
Instagram: @gembezza
Email: [email protected]

Guest:
Instagram: @timstoreyofficial
Website: www.timstorey.com
Book: The Miracle Mentality

Dr. Domenick Sportelli is a Medical Physician, D.O. Certified American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Adult & Child. He is also a frequent guest on national TV networks and media to raise awareness on mental health education.  

On this episode Dr. D talks to us about the impact social media is having on our mental health and the lack of social skills generation Z have developed as a result of this. He explains the lasting psychological impact of Covid 19 and how we can mentally prepare ourselves for life after the coronavirus.  
We also talk about the use of traditional vs alternative medicine to help treat mental health disorders and discuss the growing interest in use of ketamine and psychedelics to assist with this.  

 Get ready to get your mind blown!

Topics include:

• About Dr. D Sportelli and how his career began
• Impact social media has had on mental health
• Lack of social skills developed from Gen Z 
• Why boredom for children is recommend 
• How Covid 19 has impacted mental health
• How we can prepare ourselves for life after Covid 19 
• Reasoning behind experiencing strange Covid 19 dreams 
• Increase in depressions for younger Gen Z 
• How depression and genetics are linked
• Antidepressants for children and teens
• Use of traditional vs alternative medication treatments
• Treating mental health disorders with Ketamine and Psychedelics 
• Effects of DMT and Ayahuasca on mental health

Stay up to date with your host Gemma on Instagram: @gembezza
Find Dr. D Sportelli on Instagram @drsportelli

Danielle Collins is a world leading face yoga expert and best selling author with over 15 years experience teaching millions worldwide.

On this episode Danielle joins me to share her extraordinary  journey of how she over came the illness of M.E using natural and holistic methods and shares everything you need to know to achieve a natural facelift in 5 minutes! Danielle talks us through what face yoga is, the benefits and her favourite facial exercises! It's time to learn how to look and feel younger today!
Get ready to get your mind blown!
Topics include:

• How Danielles journey began
• How Danielle cured her M.E using natural and holistic methods
• What is face yoga and how to do it
• How often should you do it and what age to begin
• What are the best tools, Gua sha or Jade roller
• What creams are best to use
• How to help puffy under eyes
• Advice and tips for acne suffers
• Best pillow to prevent wrinkles
• Best acupuncture facial pressure points to do at home

Stay up to date with your host on Instagram: @gembezza

Where to find Danielle?
Website: www.faceyogaexpert.com
Instagram: @faceyogaexpert
Book on Amazon: https://bit.ly/2IjdPY0
Sleep and Glow pillow mentioned during the interview: https://www.sleepandglow.com/#a_aid=5e6bd29b768fd Code: faceyoga10 for $10 off.

Joey Thurman is a Celebrity PT, author and American TV host. He is best known for his health, fitness and nutrition expertise and you may have watched his ted talk!

He has had many appearances on TV including Good Morning America, CBS, FOX, ABC and Tedx. He has also featured in popular publications such as Mens Health, Fitness Magazine, Womens Health, NPR and many more!

On this episode Joey talks about how he got to where he is today and covers helpful methods you can use to  develop better habits and ways to improve your physical and mental health.  He talks openly about his own personal struggles with mental health and exposes the truths of social media.  

Get ready to get your mind blown! 

Topics include:

• How did Joey begin his career and become as successful as he is today
• Where do people go wrong with losing weight and working out
• Where do you begin when you are just starting your health and fitness journey 
• The dark side of social media which people don’t speak about
• Fake Instagram followers and fake lives
• Dealing with body dysmorphia 
• What if you don’t have time to workout 
• Recommended supplements
• Mental health coping strategies
• How to release muscle DOMs 

Where to find Joey:

Instagram:@joeythurmanfit 

Website: https://joeythurman.com/ 

Follow your host: Instagram: @gembezza

Scarlett Howard is a successful model,  radio presenter and entrepreneur.  She is passionate about empowering listeners to recognise their self worth and have full control over their time, body and content. 

On this episode Scarlett joins me to remove the stigma around the use of OnlyFans and explains why the site has changed her life and is the best job she has ever had. Scarlett pulls back the curtain on how influencers and models are being exploited by brands and reveals what actually happens behind the scenes on brand lingerie shoots.

Get ready to get your mind blown!

Topics include:

• How did Scarlett make a career on OnlyFans as a non-explicit content creator.
• What is OnlyFans
• The impact of the OnlyFans stigma
• Recognising your self-worth
• Monetising your content 
• Gender double standards
• The community on social media
• Being exploited by brands
• Instagram VS OnlyFans
• Body confidence and embracing your sexuality 

Where to find Scarlett?
Instagram: @scarlettshoward
OnlyFans: scarlettshoward

Follow your host:
Instagram: @gembezza

Dave Hollis is a father of four, NY times best selling author, speaker and coach. He is the former Chief Disney film distributor however, he has since left this behind and ventured out into the personal development industry.

On this episode Dave joins me to talk about leaving the life he had always known and pushing himself out of his comfort zone for further self growth and development. He explains why it is important to experience failure and how to control self doubt and procrastination. Dave also reveals why he doesn’t believe in having a balanced life, but explains where he thinks you should be investing your time and energy! 

Get ready to get your mind blown! 

Topics include: 

• About Dave and how his career began
• How to control self doubt
• Being controlled by other peoples opinions
• Unlock the best version of yourself
• Where you should be investing your time and energy
• Importance of a good morning routine 
• Letting go of the fear of failure
• Gratitude practise 
• Why a balanced life doesn't exist 

Host:
Instagram: @gembezza
Email: [email protected]

Guest:
Instagram: @mrdavehollis
Book:  Get Out of Your Own Way: A Skeptic's Guide to Growth and Fulfilment

Today I am joined by Tirrell Cherry, Tirrell is a mindset and manifestation coach! With over a decade of experience within the health and wellness industry, Tirrell helps people to clear the clutter and remove the fear to create space for reflection.

*WARNING: This episode contains good vibes and positive energy throughout!*

On this episode Tirrell joins me to talk about the secrets to manifest happiness. He explains how to put a stop to consistent negative self talk and how to develop the skills you need to build confidence, self love and achieve whatever goals you set your mind on. He also talks about the benefits of meditation and breath-work, and how building simple actions into your daily routine can change your life!

Get ready to get your mind blown!

Topics include:

• About Tirrell and how his career began
• What is manifestation
• How to manifest your goals
• When to give up on manifesting
• How to stay motivated
• Benefits of meditation 
• How to shift negative thoughts
• Tips to find time when you feel like you don't have any
• What is breath-work and what are the benefits
• How to begin your spiritual journey 

Host:
Instagram: @gembezza
Email: [email protected]

Guest:
Instagram: @tirrellcherry
Website: https://tirrellcherry.life/

Alex Carneiro is an internationally recognised celebrity fitness trainer, nutritionist and health author.   He is former  IFBB men's physique champion and is best known for transforming peoples health, mind and body. 

On this episode Alex opens up about the difficult journey he has faced throughout his fitness career. He explains the importance of controlling your emotions, changing mindset and how to take back control of your life! From being a victim of bullying at a young age, through to battling eating disorders, Alex certainly has faced many challenges along the way. 

Get ready to get your mind blown!

Topics include:

• About Alex and how his career began
• Impact of social media on body building community
• Dealing with body dysmorphia and eating disorder
• Advice to younger self
• Steroids in body building competitions
• Where most people go wrong with achieving their fitness goals
• Long term negative effects from body building
• Frequency of working out
• Importance of discipline 
• Changing your mindset

Stay up to date with your host Gemma on Instagram: @gembezza
Find Alex on Instagram @alexcarneiro_

Chelsea McCallum is an accredited practising dietitian, nutritionist and recipe developer. She specialises in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and the low FODMAP diet.
On this episode Chelsea joins me  to help you understand everything you need to know about IBS and how to put a stop to the embarrassing and annoying symptoms. She also reveals the simple steps you can follow to say goodbye to bloating an constipation and hello to a healthier gut! 
Get ready to get your mind blown!
Topics include:

• What is IBS and how to manage the symptoms
• Difference between having IBS and intolerances
• How to manage and prevent bloating
• What is a "normal" bowel routine
• Impact of exercise with IBS
• Natural remedies
• What is FODMAP diet and how does it help?
• Gut health trends: detox teas,  colon cleanse and kombucha
• Recommendations for a healthier gut

Where to find Chelsea? Instagram: @ibs_dietitian
Follow your host: Instagram: @gembezza