What if the clarity you're seeking—mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual—has always been hiding in the plants around you?

In this solo episode, Darin Olien dives deep into the world of sacrerd plants—natural allies that indigenous cultures have used for centuries to unlock focus, purpose, and deep inner harmony. From adaptogens and dream-inducing herbs to ancient sacred botanicals used in vision quests and spiritual rituals, this episode opens a new portal to understanding clarity not as something to chase—but something to remember.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Welcome to the SuperLife solo episode on clarogenic plants

• 01:00 – What "sacred plants" really means: mental, physical, and spiritual clarity

• 02:10 – These aren't just detox tools—they're consciousness-enhancers

• 03:00 – Why our modern world clouds our system: EMFs, stress, food, tech

• 04:00 – Ayahuasca, vision quests, and Darin's early plant medicine experiences

• 06:00 – Plants that bring clarity without psychedelics: assam, sacred tobacco, and nicotine

• 08:00 – Iboga and its role in trauma release and truth-seeking

• 09:00 – Elevation plants: kanna, kola nut, and their brain-enhancing effects

• 10:00 – Sage and sweetgrass: clarity of space as a spiritual detox

• 11:00 – Tulsi, Bacopa, sandalwood, reishi, and herbs that calm and clear

• 13:00 – Ginseng, Schisandra, and the "chi" of hormonal balance

• 14:00 – Kava for emotional stability and nervous system clarity

• 15:00 – Noni and durian: pungent powerhouses for detox and calm

• 16:00 – Studies backing bacopa, Rhodiola, and ginkgo for cognition

• 17:00 – Gōtu Kola and its antioxidant, brain-clearing properties

• 18:00 – The true purpose of herbs: they are information, not just nutrition

• 19:00 – Liver clarity through milk thistle, dandelion, burdock root

• 20:00 – Chlorella, spirulina, and their role in cellular cleansing

• 21:00 – Internal vs. external sage: clearing your space and your system

• 22:00 – Frankincense for depression, Tulsi for divine connection

• 23:00 – How to build your own daily ritual of clarogenesis

• 24:00 – Darin's parasite cleanse experience + physical stagnation

• 25:00 – Why detox is emotional and spiritual, not just physical

• 26:00 – Plants help you remember who you are

• 27:00 – This is more than health—it's a revolution of clarity

• 28:00 – Final thoughts: clarity is alignment, not hustle

Thank You to Our Sponsor:

• Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.
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Find More From Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• SuperLife Products: superlife.com

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"These plants don't just heal you. They help you remember who you are." – Darin Olien

What if the invisible forces all around you—Wi-Fi, clothing, sunlight, even your supplements—were shaping your health in ways you never imagined?

In this electrifying episode, Darin sits down with Therasage founder and frequency pioneer Robby Besner to unpack the incredible healing power of infrared, natural light, grounding, and vibrational energy—and how manmade EMFs are quietly hijacking our biology. From new tech that embeds supplement frequencies into wearable cards to cold plunges and Faraday canopies, this conversation is a mind-expanding blueprint for how to live in harmony with the energy around you. You'll never look at your Wi-Fi router—or your T-shirt—the same way again.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Welcome + what this episode is really about

• 02:00 – The hidden history of frequency medicine and ancient energy healing

• 04:00 – Tesla, Royal Rife, and the suppressed science of vibrational health

• 06:00 – What red light and infrared therapy really do to your cells

• 08:00 – Why EMFs are biologically incompatible (and how we got here)

• 10:00 – Can your body tell the difference between artificial and natural frequencies?

• 13:00 – What the FCC and FTC don't want you to know

• 15:00 – Firefighters vs. cell towers: the lawsuit that revealed too much

• 17:00 – The shocking rise of electro-sensitivity and immune dysfunction

• 20:00 – How synthetic clothing is draining your body's natural energy

• 23:00 – New tools: frequency cards, holograms, and heart rate variability testing

• 26:00 – Can a sticker carry the frequency of a supplement?

• 28:00 – Is your Wi-Fi router slowly destroying your sleep?

• 31:00 – What you can do right now to reduce EMF stress at home

• 34:00 – Children, screens, and RF baby monitors: what no one's warning parents about

• 36:00 – The problem with "smartifying" our homes and devices

• 39:00 – Why Western medicine isn't built to solve this problem

• 41:00 – The importance of turning off your tech, and tuning into the body

• 43:00 – Frequency-encoded nutrition: is it the future of supplements?

• 46:00 – The infrared sauna: ancient therapy meets modern science

• 49:00 – Cultures that grew up with sauna: longer life, better health

• 51:00 – The exponential effect of avoiding toxins and applying healing tools

• 54:00 – Why "just turning off your Wi-Fi" can change your life

• 56:00 – The illusion of "normal"—how stress is slowly normalized

• 58:00 – Cold plunges, courage, and breaking limiting beliefs

• 01:01:00 – Good stress vs. toxic stress: the key to transformation

• 01:03:00 – Community, coherence, and attracting high-frequency people

• 01:04:00 – Final thoughts on how to take back your health, one frequency at a time

Don't Forget...

I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off

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Find More From Robby Besner:

• Website: therasage.com

• Instagram: @therasage360

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

• Longevity Tools + Detox Kits: superlife.com

Key Takeaway:

"You're either sprinting toward disease—or stacking subtle habits that make healing inevitable. Frequency is the missing piece." – Robby Besner

What if aging isn't inevitable—and you could clear out the cellular garbage that's holding you back?

In this science-packed solo episode, Darin dives deep into the world of senescent cells (aka zombie cells), the silent drivers of chronic inflammation, disease, and aging. You'll learn about senolytic compounds, powerful botanicals, adaptogens, and common-sense practices that can help your body detox, repair, and rejuvenate at the cellular level.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Welcome + sponsor: Thera Sage + intro to PEMF and red light healing

• 02:15 – What are senescent cells and why should you care?

• 03:00 – Zombie cells: what they are and how they destroy your health

• 04:00 – Why some cells refuse to die + how they drive aging

• 05:00 – Synergetic compounds that help eliminate senescent cells

• 06:00 – What triggers zombie cell buildup (stress, sleep, food, toxins)

• 08:00 – The link between processed foods and zombie cell survival

• 09:00 – Chronic inflammation blocks your body's cleanup system

• 10:00 – The real role of mitochondria in clearing zombie cells

• 11:00 – How antibiotics + pharmaceuticals impair this process

• 12:00 – Pharma's interest in senolytic drugs (and why lifestyle wins)

• 13:00 – Nature's medicine: adaptogens, botanicals, and medicinal mushrooms

• 14:00 – Top natural senolytics: quercetin, fisetin, reishi, rhodiola, ashwagandha

• 16:00 – Consistency > instant fixes when it comes to natural medicine

• 17:00 – Fasting, autophagy, and the science behind programmed cell death

• 18:00 – Diet hacks: polyphenols, cruciferous veggies, omega-3s, spirulina

• 20:00 – Lifestyle reset: exercise, sleep, morning sunlight, and breath

• 22:00 – Detoxing fatal conveniences: plastics, pesticides, and dirty water

• 24:00 – How simple choices power up your cell-clearing systems

• 25:00 – Final message: common sense + science = your Super Life

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off

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Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

• Platform & Products: superlife.com

Key Takeaway:

"The zombie cells aren't the problem—our daily choices are. And the solution is already in nature." – Darin Olien

What if everything you've been taught about happiness… is wrong?

Yale psychology professor and host of The Happiness Lab, Dr. Laurie Santos, joins Darin to dismantle the biggest myths we believe about fulfillment—and reveal what actually works. From social comparison and toxic positivity to hedonic adaptation and brain rewiring, this episode offers science-backed, soul-refreshing insights that just might change your life.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Welcome to the show + sponsor message (Thera Sage)

• 02:00 – What sparked Laurie's lifelong study of happiness

• 04:00 – The crisis of mental health in students—and why it matters for everyone

• 06:00 – Why getting into Yale didn't make students happier

• 08:00 – The "arrival fallacy" and the myth of circumstantial happiness

• 10:00 – Why our culture is confused—and our brains are wired backwards

• 12:00 – Hedonic adaptation: why nothing stays good for long

• 14:00 – How dopamine, comparison, and fear cycles keep us stuck

• 16:00 – Natural selection didn't design you to be happy

• 18:00 – Why living in the present moment is harder than ever

• 20:00 – The devastating impact of tech on joy, connection, and presence

• 22:00 – Why even small social gestures create massive emotional shifts

• 24:00 – The toxic trap of "Good Vibes Only"

• 26:00 – What negative emotions are really trying to tell you

• 28:00 – Gratitude for the signal: rethinking anger, frustration, and overwhelm

• 30:00 – Curiosity over judgment: why your emotion isn't the problem

• 32:00 – How to begin shifting when you feel stuck and disconnected

• 34:00 – The misunderstood power of self-compassion

• 36:00 – "Go gentle": the science of slow, sustainable success

• 38:00 – Reclaiming your values in a noisy, comparison-driven world

• 40:00 – The science of time affluence and behavioral change

• 42:00 – Mindset, mindfulness, and the daily rituals that shift perspective

• 44:00 – How awe rewires the brain and inspires action

• 46:00 – Finding wonder in nature, stillness, and even YouTube

• 48:00 – What dogs can teach us about presence

• 50:00 – How to train happiness in kids (and ourselves)

• 52:00 – The #1 truth about happiness most people ignore

• 54:00 – Why knowing the science isn't enough—you have to live it

• 56:00 – From Aristotle to modern science: the path to the "good life"

• 58:00 – Final insights + how to pursue lasting fulfillment

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Thera Sage – Premium red light, PEMF & infrared tools for total-body wellness 🌿 Get 15% off at therasage.com with code DARIN

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• Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.

Follow Dr. Laurie Santos:

• Podcast: The Happiness Lab

• Yale Course: Psychology and the Good Life

• Instagram: @lauriesantosofficial

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

• SuperLife Platform: superlife.com

Key Takeaway:

"Your brain wasn't built to make you happy—it was built to keep you alive. But you get to decide how to live." – Dr. Laurie Santos

What if you're not lost—you're just living by someone else's script?

In this raw and empowering solo episode, Darin takes you on a journey of truth, reconnection, and resilience. This isn't just motivation—it's a blueprint for anyone ready to detach from toxic programming, reconnect to purpose, and finally remember who they are. Blending science, soul, and storytelling, this is your reminder that you are not broken—you're buried. And it's time to rise.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Introduction to Super Life + the episode's intention

• 00:33 – Shoutout to Thera Sage + the healing tech Darin swears by

• 02:28 – What if everything you were taught about life is backwards?

• 03:42 – Distraction, numbness, and the illusion of fulfillment

• 05:06 – Why simply saying "hello" is radical healing

• 06:30 – What science says about purpose, presence, and longevity

• 07:43 – Mindfulness + nature: the real biohack

• 08:40 – Emotional fulfillment over empty success

• 09:45 – Viktor Frankl, meaning through suffering, and choosing growth

• 10:24 – Why society keeps us anxious, and how to escape it

• 10:51 – The SuperMind program: Darin's neuroscience-backed mental reset

• 12:05 – Stress, sleep, energy, workouts—how SuperMind adapts to your day

• 13:53 – "Those who have a why can bear almost any how"

• 14:34 – What it really means to live a super life

• 15:43 – You don't need to quit your job or run away—just realign

• 16:56 – The "No Mask Day" + radical honesty with yourself

• 18:44 – Move. Breathe. Be in nature. Craft your own success

• 20:04 – Happiness only exists here and now—not after "the goal"

• 21:16 – Super Life isn't a brand—it's a remembering

• 22:23 – Darin's early trauma and how disconnection nearly ended him

• 23:35 – Meet resistance with your values, not with fear

• 24:10 – Divorce, relocation, millions—none of it will save you

• 25:02 – The weed through concrete: nature's lesson in resilience

• 26:17 – Darin's final call: join the movement and live your super life

Don't Forget...

I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Thera Sage – Premium infrared, PEMF & red light tools for total cellular healing. 🧠 Get 15% off at therasage.com with code DARIEN

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"You don't need more hacks. You need to remember who you are." – Darin Olien

What if stress could make you stronger, not sicker?

In this expansive episode, Darin sits down with Jeff Krasno, founder of Commune, to explore how we've misunderstood stress, disconnection, and the root causes of modern disease. Jeff shares how he reversed his diabetes, lost 60 pounds, and found a deeper life purpose through ritual, food, breath, movement, and community. Together, they unpack what it means to live a conscious life in a profit-driven world—and why connection, storytelling, and stillness might be the most powerful forms of medicine we have left.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Introduction: Why Jeff's journey matters

• 03:20 – Jeff's wake-up call: Reversing diabetes and losing 60 pounds

• 08:14 – What "Commune" really means and why it's more than a platform

• 13:45 – The biology of stress and how "good stress" heals you

• 18:21 – Why the body needs challenge—but not chaos

• 24:02 – How capitalism trains us to forget ritual, nature, and presence

• 29:17 – Food, breath, movement, and storytelling as modern medicine

• 35:41 – Loneliness is the new inflammation: the social health crisis

• 42:03 – Raising kids in a distracted world and building community offline

• 47:29 – How writing "Commusings" changed Jeff's biology

• 53:22 – The science of storytelling: what it does to your nervous system

• 58:17 – How the body listens when you live your truth

• 1:03:44 – The intersection of health, spirit, economy, and purpose

• 1:08:12 – Can capitalism and wellness co-exist? A deep dive

• 1:13:29 – Why Jeff believes "aging in reverse" is possible

• 1:17:08 – The future of community: from digital back to sacred

• 1:23:56 – What Jeff wants everyone to know about being human

• 1:27:45 – Final thoughts and closing reflections from Darin and Jeff

Don't Forget...

I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off

• Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.

Find More From Jeff Krasno:

• Website: onecommune.com

• Podcast: Commune with Jeff Krasno

• Newsletter: Commusings

• Instagram: @jeffkrasno

• Book: Good Stress

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"We don't need to eliminate stress—we need to learn how to dance with it." – Jeff Krasno

What if the air freshener in your car was more dangerous than the pollution outside?

In this explosive episode, Darin reveals what's really inside those "harmless" little trees hanging from car mirrors—and why they could be silently damaging your health. Backed by real science and peer-reviewed studies, Darin uncovers the shocking truth about volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the health effects on the brain and lungs, and the corporations that won't label them. You'll also learn how to detox your air, reclaim your health, and even start a grassroots movement to get a fragrance-free option in ride shares like Uber and Lyft.

Studies:

1. There's this study called "Volatile Chemical Emissions from Car Air Fresheners"—and wow. Researchers analyzed 12 popular car fresheners—those trees, clips, sprays, gels—you name it. Here's what they found: 546 volatile organic compounds. That's VOCs. Out of those, 30 were considered potentially hazardous—things like formaldehyde, benzene, and other stuff you definitely don't want marinating your brain. And you know what's wild? Not a single one of those hazardous chemicals was listed on the label. (Steinemann et al., 2020)

2. There's a study called "Fragranced Consumer Products: Effects on Asthmatics"—and it found that over 64% of people with asthma reported real symptoms from these scented products: wheezing, headaches, even full-on asthma attacks. And 41% said air fresheners were the trigger (Steinemann, 2017).

3. Another one? "Migraine Headaches and Fragranced Consumer Products." Nearly half of the people who get migraines said air fresheners specifically set them off (Steinemann & Nematollahi, 2020).

4. And if you're neurodivergent—like folks with autism? This next one breaks my heart. In the study "Fragranced Consumer Products: Effects on Autistic Adults," 83.7% of autistic individuals said fragranced products triggered serious neurological and respiratory problems—and 63% said air fresheners were one of the worst offenders (Steinemann, 2018).

5. In a study out of Nigeria, researchers exposed mice to a solid commercial air freshener. After a few weeks, the mice showed increased anxiety, depression-like behavior, memory loss, and signs of oxidative stress in the brain. Their brains were literally under chemical assault. The study's called "Neurobehavioral Effects of Prolonged Exposure to Solid Air Freshener in Mice." Check it out—it's eye-opening (Umukoro et al., 2019).

6. Sorry to tell you… greenwashed products aren't any better. In the same 2020 study I mentioned earlier, researchers tested "natural" versions too—and found no meaningful difference in the chemicals they released (Steinemann et al., 2020).

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Introduction: The truth about air fresheners

• 00:44 – Why Darin refuses to use ride shares with scent trees

• 01:50 – The hidden study on VOCs in popular car air fresheners

• 02:30 – 546 chemicals discovered—30 considered hazardous

• 03:00 – Where is the regulation? Why there are no labels

• 03:55 – Formaldehyde, benzene, and what they do to your body

• 05:00 – The link between asthma, headaches, and fragrances

• 05:45 – 64% of asthmatics report fragrance-triggered symptoms

• 06:25 – What these chemicals do to neurodivergent individuals

• 07:10 – Mice studies: anxiety, memory loss, oxidative stress

• 08:40 – Ubers, Lyfts, and chronic chemical exposure

• 09:15 – "Greenwashed" products are just as toxic

• 10:00 – No regulation, no labeling: the wild west of scent marketing

• 10:50 – A call to action: the Uber/Lyft fragrance-free movement

• 12:02 – How to tag and campaign for safer ride shares

• 13:00 – What you can use instead: baking soda, charcoal, and nature

• 14:40 – Exactly how to ask a driver to remove chemical air fresheners

• 15:41 – Final message: take your air—and your health—back

Don't Forget...

I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"Your car shouldn't smell like a fake ocean breeze—it should smell like clean, chemical-free life." – Darin Olien

Bibliography:

1. Steinemann, A., et al. (2020). Volatile chemical emissions from car air fresheners. Link

2. Steinemann, A. (2017). Fragranced consumer products: effects on asthmatics. Link

3. Steinemann, A. (2018). Fragranced consumer products: effects on autistic adults. Link

4. Steinemann, A., & Nematollahi, N. (2020). Migraine headaches and fragranced consumer products. Link

5. Umukoro, S., et al. (2019). Neurobehavioral Effects of Prolonged Exposure to Solid Air Freshener in Mice. Link

What if carbon isn't the villain—but the key to saving the world?

In this mind-expanding conversation, Darin sits down with renowned environmentalist and visionary Paul Hawken to uncover the misunderstood story of carbon, the intelligence of nature, and how we've systematically disconnected from the wisdom that sustains life. This episode dives deep into climate, ancient knowledge, modern science, and what it means to truly regenerate the Earth—and ourselves.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Why this conversation about carbon is different

• 04:40 – The real reason carbon got villainized—and why it's wrong

• 08:25 – Why we must "re-carbonize" the Earth, not decarbonize it

• 11:00 – The incredible intelligence of carbon and why it is life

• 13:40 – Indigenous wisdom and Western science—why we need both

• 17:30 – Why naming and separating things leads us away from truth

• 20:05 – Climate isn't a crisis—it's a mirror of the biosphere

• 23:00 – The human disconnection that's destroying the planet

• 26:00 – We are the only species deregulating the climate

• 29:00 – Turning nature into an "asset class": the new danger

• 31:00 – Google, Meta, and the new extractive industry

• 33:30 – How our data addiction is connected to climate destruction

• 35:00 – The fungal internet: mycelia, intelligence, and nutrient trade

• 38:40 – How 14 million roots on a single rye plant feed the Earth

• 42:00 – Sound of soil: how healthy ecosystems literally speak

• 45:00 – Dead soil and the silence that follows chemical farming

• 47:00 – Fire as a regenerative force—not a destroyer

• 50:10 – Wildflowers, seed banks, and the secrets beneath the ash

• 53:10 – Purpose and meaning: the missing nutrients in modern life

• 56:00 – Awe, intelligence, and what soil can teach us about healing

• 59:10 – Why we're not just disconnected—we're spiritually lost

• 1:02:00 – Fossil fuels, energy addiction, and burning life

• 1:04:40 – How less can actually give us more

• 1:06:00 – Why the healthcare system is a symptom of sick soil

• 1:08:00 – From crisis to community: choosing regeneration

• 1:10:10 – Why abundance comes from creating life

• 1:13:00 – Fire ecology and Indigenous land management wisdom

• 1:16:00 – Final thoughts: we're not screwed—we're screwing ourselves

Don't Forget...

I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.

• Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.

Find More From Paul Hawken:

• Website: paulhawken.com

• Instagram: @paul.hawken

• Book: Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation

• Organization: regeneration.org

Connect with Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"We don't need to decarbonize the world—we need to re-carbonize the Earth through life." – Paul Hawken

What if the sun—the very thing we've been told to fear—is actually your body's most essential nutrient?

In this myth-busting solo episode, Darin dives into the science, history, and healing power of sunlight. From ancient heliotherapy to modern vitamin D research, Darin breaks down how we've been sold fear about the sun while living under flickering blue lights that are quietly damaging our bodies. You'll discover the surprising truth about sun exposure, the dangers of sunscreen and sunglasses, and how to safely reconnect with the light your biology depends on.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 – Why this isn't just about sunlight—it's about truth, biology, and reclaiming rhythm

• 00:03:14 – The history of heliotherapy and how sunlight used to be medicine

• 00:04:22 – The Nobel Prize-winning light therapy that healed disease in the 1900s

• 00:05:46 – How we became afraid of sunlight—and what really caused the rise in skin cancer

• 00:07:11 – Modern lifestyle vs. natural light: the real root of our chronic disease

• 00:08:37 – Vitamin D, cancer, and sunlight's forgotten power

• 00:09:46 – What your circadian rhythm, mitochondria, and hormones need from the sun

• 00:14:11 – How sunglasses and sunscreen may be hurting more than helping

• 00:16:03 – The difference between sunburn and safe exposure (and the real melanoma science)

• 00:17:52 – Studies show moderate sun exposure reduces mortality—here's how

• 00:21:22 – How to gradually build tolerance and reconnect with natural light safely

• 00:22:47 – Fear of the sun vs. biology's need for it—why you're not fragile

• 00:23:28 – What you eat affects how your skin responds to sunlight

• 00:24:02 – Superfoods for skin protection: chaga, cacao, spirulina, berries & more

• 00:25:52 – The real sun protocol: light, food, melanin, hydration, and common sense

• 00:26:54 – Ditch junk light: how to filter screens and restore healthy signals

• 00:28:05 – Fueling the skin: water, polyphenols, mushrooms, and mineral-rich foods

• 00:29:04 – Final truth: you were built for the sun, not for screens

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

• Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.

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Follow Darin Olien:

• Website: darinolien.com

• Instagram: @darinolien

• Book: Fatal Conveniences

Key Takeaway:

"We weren't designed to live in the dark. The sun is not our enemy—it's the original medicine our biology was built for." – Darin Olien

What if your immune system, not your genetics, is the key to unlocking longevity and vitality?

In this powerful episode, Darin sits down with the legendary Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, to explore how environmental toxins, ultra-processed foods, and chronic inflammation are silently robbing us of our health—and what we can actually do about it. From angry fat to immuno-rejuvenation, this episode reveals the science and solutions behind healing from the inside out.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• (00:00:00) Opening – Why functional medicine matters more than ever

• (00:04:44) A legal war against toxic corporations & the real cost of chemical exposure

• (00:06:09) What functional medicine actually means—explained by its founder

• (00:08:00) The 4 core pillars of health: physical, metabolic, cognitive, and spiritual

• (00:09:17) 300,000+ chemicals: how environmental signals hijack your genes

• (00:10:34) Why chronic exposure to everyday toxins is worse than we think

• (00:12:00) Neurotoxicology & immunotoxicology: the hidden fields shaping your future

• (00:13:00) How low-level chemical exposure impacts mood, energy, and brain clarity

• (00:14:56) Scaling solutions: where we start, and why Himalayan buckwheat matters

• (00:17:23) New study: reversing immune aging by 47% in 90 days with food

• (00:20:37) Why nature's orchestration is more powerful than any isolated nutrient

• (00:22:20) Bitter foods, GLP-1, and the natural way to stimulate weight loss

• (00:27:23) Adaptogens explained: how plants adapt to stress—and help you do the same

• (00:31:19) The danger of long-term GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic: what we don't know yet

• (00:34:07) Angry fat vs. friendly fat—how inflammation starts in your gut and spreads

• (00:40:01) Santa Claus vs. Mars: the science of fat as a signaling organ

• (00:41:18) The Pima vs. Tarahumara paradox: genetics, food, and diabetes

• (00:44:32) The 70% processed food problem: how we're feeding chronic disease

• (00:46:14) Are we floating off the planet? A metaphor for today's health crisis

• (00:48:13) Changing the economic system through farming, soil health & food quality

• (00:52:04) What ancient crops like Himalayan buckwheat can teach us about immunity

• (00:56:00) Why paying farmers fairly can actually reverse public health decline

• (01:00:01) Agrochemicals, glyphosate, and the broken agricultural model

• (01:02:27) How do we scale food as medicine? Practical steps to reboot the system

• (01:05:24) Why we must shift from quantity to quality in food and farming

• (01:07:28) Are we growing potatoes from oil? Redefining sustainability

• (01:10:01) What gives Dr. Bland hope—and how the next generation is already leading

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• Book: The Disease Delusion

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Key Takeaway:

"Our genes are not our destiny—our environment, our food, and our choices are the true architects of health." – Dr. Jeffrey Bland