The Genius Life

By Max Lugavere

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What's The Genius Life about?

You don't have to be born a Genius to become one. Follow health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, TV personality and nutrition expert Max Lugavere as he speaks to the most insightful minds of our time about what it means to live like a Genius.

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Dr. Joey Muñoz holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from Florida State University. With a focus on evidence-based approaches, he is passionate about bringing a balanced approach to nutrition and exercise. He is currently a physique coach and the host ...

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05.31.2023 296: Powerful Daily Steps to Maximize Muscle Growth and Sustain Fat Loss \| Joey Muñoz, PhD Dr. Joey Muñoz holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from Florida State University. With a focus on evidence-based approaches, he is passionate about bringing a balanced approach to nutrition and exercise. He is currently a physique coach and the host ...
05.29.2023 295: How Declining Soil Health is Making Us All Fatter and Sicker; the Healing Power of Grounding \| Jessica Chiartas, PhD Jessica Chiartas (@soil.life), founder of Soil Life, is a postdoctoral scholar and educator focusing on the long-term impacts of agricultural practices on soil health, with an emphasis on soil heterogeneity and the development of region-specific soil health indicators. Become a ...
05.24.2023 294: How a Daily Dose of Awe Can Make You Healthier and Happier \| Dacher Keltner, PhD Dacher Keltner is a professor of psychology at University of California, Berkeley, who directs the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab. He is also the founder and faculty director of the Greater Good Science Center. His latest book, Awe: The New Science ...
05.22.2023 293: The Top Cancer-Fighting Foods to Eat Every Day \| Joe Zundell, PhD Joe Zundell, PhD, is a cancer biologist and expert in the field of oncology. With a wealth of knowledge and years of experience, he is dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of cancer, developing innovative prevention strategies, and empowering individuals with ...
05.17.2023 292: The 3 Foods That Are Increasing Your Alzheimer's Risk; Should We Be Worried About Oxalates? \| Richard Johnson, MD Dr. Richard Johnson is a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado, and is a clinician, educator, and researcher. For more than 20 years, he has led research on the cause of obesity and diabetes, with special interest in ...
05.15.2023 291: Latest Insights to Boost Brain Health, Improve Memory, and Get More Restful Sleep \| Louisa Nicola Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist, brain coach, and founder of Neuro Athletics. As a former world championship triathlete for Australia, Louisa has a passion for optimizing human performance through neurophysiology. She currently coaches elite athletes, including NBA and MLB players. ...
05.10.2023 290: How Sprouting Can Help Fight Cancer, Improve Brain Function, and Supercharge Your Health \| Doug Evans Doug Evans is a renowned sprout guru and entrepreneur, known for his expertise in growing and promoting sprouts as a healthy food source. He's the author of the best-seller The Sprout Book: Tap into the Power of the Planet's Most ...
05.08.2023 289: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Calorie Deficits and Fasting for Weight Loss, Fertility, and Longevity \| Mindy Pelz, DC Dr. Mindy Pelz, DC is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, nutrition and functional health expert who has spent more than two decades helping thousands of people successfully reclaim their health. She is a recognized leader in the alternative health field ...
05.03.2023 288: The Top Foods to Avoid to Keep the Fat Off, Live Longer, and Prevent Disease \| Jessie Inchauspé Jessie Inchauspé is a biochemist, health educator, founder of the Glucose Goddess movement, and best-selling author. Her latest book is The Glucose Goddess Method: The 4-Week Guide to Cutting Cravings, Getting Your Energy Back, and Feeling Amazing. Become a Genius ...
05.01.2023 287: Step Out of Survival Mode, Free Yourself From Drama, and Build the Life You Love \| Scott Lyons, PhD Dr. Scott Lyons is a licensed holistic psychologist, educator and author. As a renowned body-based trauma expert, Doctor of Osteopathy (Spain) and Mind-Body Medicine specialist, Scott helps people to break free from cycles of pain, limited beliefs, and trauma. His ...
04.26.2023 286: How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Unlock Your Potential, and Attract Success \| David Nurse David Nurse is a renowned former basketball player turned coach, motivational speaker, and author known for his expertise in mindset and personal development. He is the host of the podcast, The David Nurse Show. His latest book is Do It: ...
04.19.2023 285: How to Optimize Adrenal and Thyroid Hormones for Health and Vitality \| Izabella Wentz, PharmD Izabella Wentz, PharmD is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist, who has dedicated her career to addressing the root cause of thyroid dysfunction after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009. Her new book, Adrenal Transformation Protocol: A ...
04.12.2023 284: Vulvas, Vaginas, and Clitorises, Oh My! How to Give and Receive Better Orgasms \| Jolene Brighten, ND Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, clinical sexologist, and prominent leader in women’s medicine. Dr. Brighten is also part of the MindBodyGreen Collective and a faculty member for the American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine. Her work ...
04.05.2023 283: Leveraging Your Circadian Rhythm to Lose Fat, Optimize Cognition, and Prevent Disease \| Satchin Panda, PhD Satchin Panda, PhD is a prominent circadian biologist and professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He has made significant contributions to the field, including developing a time-restricted feeding regimen to improve metabolic health in humans. His latest book ...
03.29.2023 282: The Science of Happiness and How to Extract More Joy Out of Every Day \| Arthur Brooks, PhD Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, columnist for The Atlantic, president of The American Enterprise Institute, and author of 12 books, including his latest, Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture ...
03.22.2023 281: Foods and Tactics to Accelerate Fat Loss, Boost Your Metabolism, and Fight Disease \| William Li, MD Dr. William Li is President of The Angiogenesis Foundation, a world-renowned physician, the research scientist currently studying the vascular impact of COVID-19, speaker (his TED Talk has over 11 million views), and NYT bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease: ...
03.15.2023 280: How to Set Boundaries, Heal Unhealthy Relationships, and Live Drama-Free \| Nedra Glover Tawwab Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW, is a New York Times best-selling author, licensed therapist, and sought-after relationship expert. She has practiced relationship therapy for 15 years. Her new book, Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships, is out ...
03.08.2023 279: The Top Vitamins and Minerals You Need Daily to Unlock Better Health \| Dave Asprey Dave Asprey is the "Father of Biohacking" and the founder of Bulletproof 360, Inc. He is a New York Times bestselling author, host of the The Human Upgrade podcast, and the creator of the global phenomenon Bulletproof Coffee and the ...
03.01.2023 278: How to Heal Childhood Trauma and Cultivate Resilience and Self-Love \| Tara Schuster Tara Schuster‘s first book, Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies, was selected by Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Goop, Publishers Weekly, and many more as one of 2020’s best books on mental health and self-care. She served as VP of talent and development ...
02.22.2023 277: How to Reverse Your Biological Age and Stay Young Forever \| Mark Hyman, MD Mark Hyman, MD is a board-certified physician, a leader in the field of functional medicine, host of The Doctor's Farmacy podcast, and author of several New York Times bestselling books. His latest offering is Young Forever: The Secrets to Living ...
02.15.2023 276: How Big Food and Big Pharma Conspire to Keep Us Sick \| Calley Means Calley Means is the co-founder (with his sister, Dr. Casey Means) of True Medicine. The Means are in the process of writing a book about how preventable cellular dysfunction (caused primarily by food) is at the root of nearly every ...
02.08.2023 275: Foods and Supplements to Boost Brain Health and Improve Stamina and Energy \| Latt Mansor, PhD Dr. Latt Mansor earned his PhD in Physiology, Anatomy, and Genetics from the University of Oxford, where he conducted research on the metabolic response of the type 2 diabetic heart to hypoxia. Currently, he is serving as the research lead ...
02.01.2023 274: How to Reverse Multiple Sclerosis and Prevent Autoimmune Diseases \| Terry Wahls, MD Dr. Terry Wahls oversees clinical trials at the University of Iowa. She also has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which for four years kept her in a tilt-recline wheelchair. Dr. Wahls used a food and lifestyle plan she created specifically for ...
01.25.2023 273: How to Boost Your Mitochondria for More Energy, Better Sex, and a Longer Life \| Molly Maloof, MD Dr. Molly Maloof is on a mission to radically extend healthspan and maximize human potential using scientific wellness, health technology, educational media, and health optimization medicine. She is the author of The Spark Factor: The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming ...
01.18.2023 272: How to Speed Up Metabolism with Reverse Dieting; Staying on Track When Eating Out \| Don Saladino Don Saladino is a well-known fitness entrepreneur and personal trainer. He is the owner and founder of Drive495, a high-end gym in New York City, and has trained a number of high-profile clients, including actors and professional athletes. He is ...
01.11.2023 271: Daily Habits For a Happier, Healthier, and More Fulfilling Life \| Robert Waldinger, MD Dr. Robert Waldinger is a psychiatrist and professor who leads the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study on happiness. He is the author of The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, in ...
01.04.2023 270: The Mindset Trick to Overcome Doubt and Get More Out of Life and Work \| Jennifer Cohen Jennifer Cohen is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, brand strategist, international speaker, podcaster and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. Her new book, Bigger Better Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the ...
12.28.2022 269: Heal Your Mind, Prevent Dementia, and Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Energy \| Christopher Palmer, MD Christopher Palmer, MD, is the Director of the Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education at McLean Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. For over 27 years he’s held administrative, educational, research, and clinical roles in ...
12.21.2022 268: The Top Fitness and Training Myths That Are Killing Your Gains \| Ben Bruno Ben Bruno is a celebrity trainer in Los Angeles with more than 15 years of experience. He works with an extremely wide range of clients: from professional athletes, to musicians, to actors, to models. He’s worked with Justin Timberlake, Kate ...
12.14.2022 267: The Biggest Lies You've Been Told About Nutrition and Losing Weight \| Kevin Bass Kevin Bass is an MD PhD student with a master’s degree in immunology. He runs the website The Diet Wars, a site devoted to debunking misinformation about nutrition and exercise. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/267
12.07.2022 266: How to Balance Your Nervous System to Reduce Stress and Heal Trauma \| Nicole LePera, PhD Dr. Nicole LePera (aka The Holistic Psychologist) is a clinical psychologist in private practice who often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients—and for herself—she began a journey to develop a unified philosophy ...
12.05.2022 265: How to Stop Gaining Weight by Turning Off Your Fat Storage Switch \| Richard Johnson, MD Dr. Richard Johnson is a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado, and is a clinician, educator, and researcher. For more than 20 years, he has led research on the cause of obesity and diabetes, with special interest in ...
11.30.2022 264: Everyday Foods That Slow Aging, Heal the Gut, and Prevent Disease \| Jeffrey Bland, PhD Dr. Jeffrey Bland is a highly respected thought leader who has spent more than four decades focused on the improvement of human health through systems biology. He is known worldwide as the founder of the Functional Medicine movement.
11.23.2022 263: Why You Should Embrace Difficult Emotions to Build Strength and Agility \| Susan David, PhD Susan David is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. Her TED Talk on the topic of emotional agility has been seen by more than 10 million people, and her book, Emotional Agility: ...
11.16.2022 262: How to Optimize Your Omega-3 Intake for Longevity and Disease Prevention \| Bill Harris, PhD Bill Harris, PhD is an internationally recognized expert on omega-3 fatty acids and fish oil. He has more than 300 publications relating to fatty acids, including omega-3s, in the medical literature.
11.09.2022 261: How to Prevent Insulin Resistance and Reverse Chronic Disease \| Benjamin Bikman, PhD Benjamin Bikman earned his PhD in bioenergetics and was a postdoctoral fellow with the Duke-National University of Singapore studying metabolic disorders. His professional focus is to better understand the origins and consequences of metabolic disorders, including obesity and diabetes, with ...
11.02.2022 260: How to Find Love, Make It Last, and Move Forward Once It’s Gone \| Jillian Turecki Jillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves.
10.31.2022 259: The Bitter Truth About Seed Oils, Inflammation, and Disease \| Tucker Goodrich Tucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech analyst and health science enthusiast who is passionate about raising awareness of the detrimental effects of seed oils which he’s done for the past decade. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/259
10.26.2022 258: How to Use Intermittent Fasting to Boost Energy, Build Muscle, and Melt the Fat Away \| Thomas DeLauer Thomas DeLauer is a fitness coach and keto diet and intermittent fasting advocate, with a YouTube channel that has over three million subscribers. He’s also written several books about fitness, including his latest, Intermittent Fasting Made Easy: Next-level Hacks to ...
10.19.2022 257: How to Turn Sadness Into a Superpower and Build Emotional Resilience \| Susan Cain Susan Cain is the #1 bestselling author of Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole and Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Her TED talks have been viewed over 40 million times, and ...
10.12.2022 256: The Shocking Truth About Menopause and How to Biohack Your Way Through It \| Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz is a nationally renowned OBGYN physician, hormone expert, speaker, and advocate for integrative women's health. Her book, Menopause Bootcamp: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/256
10.05.2022 255: How to Become More Confident and Charismatic in Any Situation \| Vanessa Van Edwards Vanessa Van Edwards is the lead investigator at human behavior research lab Science of People and author of Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/255
10.03.2022 254: Powerful Mindset Techniques to Conquer Laziness and Unlock Your Potential \| Colin O'Brady Colin O'Brady is a New York Times bestselling author and world-record holding explorer whose feats include the world’s first solo, unsupported, and fully human-powered crossing of Antarctica. His latest book, The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and ...
09.28.2022 253: The 6 Keys to Building Muscle and Living a Long and Healthy Life \| Layne Norton, PhD Layne Norton, PhD is a nutrition scientist, proponent of flexible dieting, longtime bodybuilder, strength athlete, physique coach, co-owner of Biolayne, and co-author (with his wife Holly Baxter) of The Complete Reverse Dieting Guide. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/253
09.21.2022 252: Leveraging Your Microbiome for Better Skin, Mood, and Brain Health, Plus Why Most Probiotics Suck \| Kiran Krishnan, PhD and Tina Anderson Kiran Krishnan is the chief microbiologist at Just Thrive with 17 years of experience in the dietary supplement and nutrition market. He comes from a strict research background, having spent several years with hands-on R&D; in the fields of molecular ...
09.14.2022 251: Healing From Within; How Trauma Creates Disease \| Gabor Maté, MD Dr. Gabor Maté is an addiction expert, public speaker, and best-selling author. His latest book, The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/251
09.07.2022 250: Do This Every Day to Boost Brain Health and Heal Your Mind \| Dom D'Agostino, PhD Dr. Dominic D’Agostino is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition ...
09.05.2022 249: Heal Your Gut, Prevent Heart Disease, and Thrive \| William Davis, MD William Davis, MD is a cardiologist and the author of the internationally best-selling Wheat Belly series of books. His latest offering is Super Gut: A Four-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/249
08.31.2022 248: The Best and Worst Foods to Eat for Mental Health \| Uma Naidoo, MD Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, professional chef, nutrition specialist, and best-selling author of This is Your Brain on Food. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/248
08.24.2022 247: How to Break Free From Negative Thoughts and Create Inner Peace \| Matt Nathanson Matt Nathanson is a platinum-selling recording artist with a number of hit songs under his belt including Come On Get Higher, Faster, Headphones, and more. His new album, Boston Accent, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/247

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05.31.2023 296: Powerful Daily Steps to Maximize Muscle Growth and Sustain Fat Loss \| Joey Muñoz, PhD Dr. Joey Muñoz holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from Florida State University. With a focus on evidence-based approaches, he is passionate about bringing a balanced approach to nutrition and exercise. He is currently a physique coach and the host ...
05.29.2023 295: How Declining Soil Health is Making Us All Fatter and Sicker; the Healing Power of Grounding \| Jessica Chiartas, PhD Jessica Chiartas (@soil.life), founder of Soil Life, is a postdoctoral scholar and educator focusing on the long-term impacts of agricultural practices on soil health, with an emphasis on soil heterogeneity and the development of region-specific soil health indicators. Become a ...
05.24.2023 294: How a Daily Dose of Awe Can Make You Healthier and Happier \| Dacher Keltner, PhD Dacher Keltner is a professor of psychology at University of California, Berkeley, who directs the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab. He is also the founder and faculty director of the Greater Good Science Center. His latest book, Awe: The New Science ...
05.22.2023 293: The Top Cancer-Fighting Foods to Eat Every Day \| Joe Zundell, PhD Joe Zundell, PhD, is a cancer biologist and expert in the field of oncology. With a wealth of knowledge and years of experience, he is dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of cancer, developing innovative prevention strategies, and empowering individuals with ...
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05.15.2023 291: Latest Insights to Boost Brain Health, Improve Memory, and Get More Restful Sleep \| Louisa Nicola Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist, brain coach, and founder of Neuro Athletics. As a former world championship triathlete for Australia, Louisa has a passion for optimizing human performance through neurophysiology. She currently coaches elite athletes, including NBA and MLB players. ...
05.10.2023 290: How Sprouting Can Help Fight Cancer, Improve Brain Function, and Supercharge Your Health \| Doug Evans Doug Evans is a renowned sprout guru and entrepreneur, known for his expertise in growing and promoting sprouts as a healthy food source. He's the author of the best-seller The Sprout Book: Tap into the Power of the Planet's Most ...
05.08.2023 289: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Calorie Deficits and Fasting for Weight Loss, Fertility, and Longevity \| Mindy Pelz, DC Dr. Mindy Pelz, DC is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, nutrition and functional health expert who has spent more than two decades helping thousands of people successfully reclaim their health. She is a recognized leader in the alternative health field ...
05.03.2023 288: The Top Foods to Avoid to Keep the Fat Off, Live Longer, and Prevent Disease \| Jessie Inchauspé Jessie Inchauspé is a biochemist, health educator, founder of the Glucose Goddess movement, and best-selling author. Her latest book is The Glucose Goddess Method: The 4-Week Guide to Cutting Cravings, Getting Your Energy Back, and Feeling Amazing. Become a Genius ...
05.01.2023 287: Step Out of Survival Mode, Free Yourself From Drama, and Build the Life You Love \| Scott Lyons, PhD Dr. Scott Lyons is a licensed holistic psychologist, educator and author. As a renowned body-based trauma expert, Doctor of Osteopathy (Spain) and Mind-Body Medicine specialist, Scott helps people to break free from cycles of pain, limited beliefs, and trauma. His ...
04.26.2023 286: How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Unlock Your Potential, and Attract Success \| David Nurse David Nurse is a renowned former basketball player turned coach, motivational speaker, and author known for his expertise in mindset and personal development. He is the host of the podcast, The David Nurse Show. His latest book is Do It: ...
04.19.2023 285: How to Optimize Adrenal and Thyroid Hormones for Health and Vitality \| Izabella Wentz, PharmD Izabella Wentz, PharmD is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist, who has dedicated her career to addressing the root cause of thyroid dysfunction after being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009. Her new book, Adrenal Transformation Protocol: A ...
04.12.2023 284: Vulvas, Vaginas, and Clitorises, Oh My! How to Give and Receive Better Orgasms \| Jolene Brighten, ND Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, clinical sexologist, and prominent leader in women’s medicine. Dr. Brighten is also part of the MindBodyGreen Collective and a faculty member for the American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine. Her work ...
04.05.2023 283: Leveraging Your Circadian Rhythm to Lose Fat, Optimize Cognition, and Prevent Disease \| Satchin Panda, PhD Satchin Panda, PhD is a prominent circadian biologist and professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He has made significant contributions to the field, including developing a time-restricted feeding regimen to improve metabolic health in humans. His latest book ...
03.29.2023 282: The Science of Happiness and How to Extract More Joy Out of Every Day \| Arthur Brooks, PhD Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, columnist for The Atlantic, president of The American Enterprise Institute, and author of 12 books, including his latest, Love Your Enemies: How Decent People Can Save America from the Culture ...
03.22.2023 281: Foods and Tactics to Accelerate Fat Loss, Boost Your Metabolism, and Fight Disease \| William Li, MD Dr. William Li is President of The Angiogenesis Foundation, a world-renowned physician, the research scientist currently studying the vascular impact of COVID-19, speaker (his TED Talk has over 11 million views), and NYT bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease: ...
03.15.2023 280: How to Set Boundaries, Heal Unhealthy Relationships, and Live Drama-Free \| Nedra Glover Tawwab Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW, is a New York Times best-selling author, licensed therapist, and sought-after relationship expert. She has practiced relationship therapy for 15 years. Her new book, Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships, is out ...
03.08.2023 279: The Top Vitamins and Minerals You Need Daily to Unlock Better Health \| Dave Asprey Dave Asprey is the "Father of Biohacking" and the founder of Bulletproof 360, Inc. He is a New York Times bestselling author, host of the The Human Upgrade podcast, and the creator of the global phenomenon Bulletproof Coffee and the ...
03.01.2023 278: How to Heal Childhood Trauma and Cultivate Resilience and Self-Love \| Tara Schuster Tara Schuster‘s first book, Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies, was selected by Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Goop, Publishers Weekly, and many more as one of 2020’s best books on mental health and self-care. She served as VP of talent and development ...
02.22.2023 277: How to Reverse Your Biological Age and Stay Young Forever \| Mark Hyman, MD Mark Hyman, MD is a board-certified physician, a leader in the field of functional medicine, host of The Doctor's Farmacy podcast, and author of several New York Times bestselling books. His latest offering is Young Forever: The Secrets to Living ...
02.15.2023 276: How Big Food and Big Pharma Conspire to Keep Us Sick \| Calley Means Calley Means is the co-founder (with his sister, Dr. Casey Means) of True Medicine. The Means are in the process of writing a book about how preventable cellular dysfunction (caused primarily by food) is at the root of nearly every ...
02.08.2023 275: Foods and Supplements to Boost Brain Health and Improve Stamina and Energy \| Latt Mansor, PhD Dr. Latt Mansor earned his PhD in Physiology, Anatomy, and Genetics from the University of Oxford, where he conducted research on the metabolic response of the type 2 diabetic heart to hypoxia. Currently, he is serving as the research lead ...
02.01.2023 274: How to Reverse Multiple Sclerosis and Prevent Autoimmune Diseases \| Terry Wahls, MD Dr. Terry Wahls oversees clinical trials at the University of Iowa. She also has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which for four years kept her in a tilt-recline wheelchair. Dr. Wahls used a food and lifestyle plan she created specifically for ...
01.25.2023 273: How to Boost Your Mitochondria for More Energy, Better Sex, and a Longer Life \| Molly Maloof, MD Dr. Molly Maloof is on a mission to radically extend healthspan and maximize human potential using scientific wellness, health technology, educational media, and health optimization medicine. She is the author of The Spark Factor: The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming ...
01.18.2023 272: How to Speed Up Metabolism with Reverse Dieting; Staying on Track When Eating Out \| Don Saladino Don Saladino is a well-known fitness entrepreneur and personal trainer. He is the owner and founder of Drive495, a high-end gym in New York City, and has trained a number of high-profile clients, including actors and professional athletes. He is ...
01.11.2023 271: Daily Habits For a Happier, Healthier, and More Fulfilling Life \| Robert Waldinger, MD Dr. Robert Waldinger is a psychiatrist and professor who leads the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study on happiness. He is the author of The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, in ...
01.04.2023 270: The Mindset Trick to Overcome Doubt and Get More Out of Life and Work \| Jennifer Cohen Jennifer Cohen is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, brand strategist, international speaker, podcaster and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. Her new book, Bigger Better Bolder: Live the Life You Want, Not the ...
12.28.2022 269: Heal Your Mind, Prevent Dementia, and Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Energy \| Christopher Palmer, MD Christopher Palmer, MD, is the Director of the Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education at McLean Hospital and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. For over 27 years he’s held administrative, educational, research, and clinical roles in ...
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12.14.2022 267: The Biggest Lies You've Been Told About Nutrition and Losing Weight \| Kevin Bass Kevin Bass is an MD PhD student with a master’s degree in immunology. He runs the website The Diet Wars, a site devoted to debunking misinformation about nutrition and exercise. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/267
12.07.2022 266: How to Balance Your Nervous System to Reduce Stress and Heal Trauma \| Nicole LePera, PhD Dr. Nicole LePera (aka The Holistic Psychologist) is a clinical psychologist in private practice who often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients—and for herself—she began a journey to develop a unified philosophy ...
12.05.2022 265: How to Stop Gaining Weight by Turning Off Your Fat Storage Switch \| Richard Johnson, MD Dr. Richard Johnson is a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado, and is a clinician, educator, and researcher. For more than 20 years, he has led research on the cause of obesity and diabetes, with special interest in ...
11.30.2022 264: Everyday Foods That Slow Aging, Heal the Gut, and Prevent Disease \| Jeffrey Bland, PhD Dr. Jeffrey Bland is a highly respected thought leader who has spent more than four decades focused on the improvement of human health through systems biology. He is known worldwide as the founder of the Functional Medicine movement.
11.23.2022 263: Why You Should Embrace Difficult Emotions to Build Strength and Agility \| Susan David, PhD Susan David is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. Her TED Talk on the topic of emotional agility has been seen by more than 10 million people, and her book, Emotional Agility: ...
11.16.2022 262: How to Optimize Your Omega-3 Intake for Longevity and Disease Prevention \| Bill Harris, PhD Bill Harris, PhD is an internationally recognized expert on omega-3 fatty acids and fish oil. He has more than 300 publications relating to fatty acids, including omega-3s, in the medical literature.
11.09.2022 261: How to Prevent Insulin Resistance and Reverse Chronic Disease \| Benjamin Bikman, PhD Benjamin Bikman earned his PhD in bioenergetics and was a postdoctoral fellow with the Duke-National University of Singapore studying metabolic disorders. His professional focus is to better understand the origins and consequences of metabolic disorders, including obesity and diabetes, with ...
11.02.2022 260: How to Find Love, Make It Last, and Move Forward Once It’s Gone \| Jillian Turecki Jillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves.
10.31.2022 259: The Bitter Truth About Seed Oils, Inflammation, and Disease \| Tucker Goodrich Tucker Goodrich is a Wall Street tech analyst and health science enthusiast who is passionate about raising awareness of the detrimental effects of seed oils which he’s done for the past decade. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/259
10.26.2022 258: How to Use Intermittent Fasting to Boost Energy, Build Muscle, and Melt the Fat Away \| Thomas DeLauer Thomas DeLauer is a fitness coach and keto diet and intermittent fasting advocate, with a YouTube channel that has over three million subscribers. He’s also written several books about fitness, including his latest, Intermittent Fasting Made Easy: Next-level Hacks to ...
10.19.2022 257: How to Turn Sadness Into a Superpower and Build Emotional Resilience \| Susan Cain Susan Cain is the #1 bestselling author of Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole and Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Her TED talks have been viewed over 40 million times, and ...
10.12.2022 256: The Shocking Truth About Menopause and How to Biohack Your Way Through It \| Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz is a nationally renowned OBGYN physician, hormone expert, speaker, and advocate for integrative women's health. Her book, Menopause Bootcamp: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/256
10.05.2022 255: How to Become More Confident and Charismatic in Any Situation \| Vanessa Van Edwards Vanessa Van Edwards is the lead investigator at human behavior research lab Science of People and author of Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/255
10.03.2022 254: Powerful Mindset Techniques to Conquer Laziness and Unlock Your Potential \| Colin O'Brady Colin O'Brady is a New York Times bestselling author and world-record holding explorer whose feats include the world’s first solo, unsupported, and fully human-powered crossing of Antarctica. His latest book, The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and ...
09.28.2022 253: The 6 Keys to Building Muscle and Living a Long and Healthy Life \| Layne Norton, PhD Layne Norton, PhD is a nutrition scientist, proponent of flexible dieting, longtime bodybuilder, strength athlete, physique coach, co-owner of Biolayne, and co-author (with his wife Holly Baxter) of The Complete Reverse Dieting Guide. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/253
09.21.2022 252: Leveraging Your Microbiome for Better Skin, Mood, and Brain Health, Plus Why Most Probiotics Suck \| Kiran Krishnan, PhD and Tina Anderson Kiran Krishnan is the chief microbiologist at Just Thrive with 17 years of experience in the dietary supplement and nutrition market. He comes from a strict research background, having spent several years with hands-on R&D; in the fields of molecular ...
09.14.2022 251: Healing From Within; How Trauma Creates Disease \| Gabor Maté, MD Dr. Gabor Maté is an addiction expert, public speaker, and best-selling author. His latest book, The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/251
09.07.2022 250: Do This Every Day to Boost Brain Health and Heal Your Mind \| Dom D'Agostino, PhD Dr. Dominic D’Agostino is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. He is also a Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition ...
09.05.2022 249: Heal Your Gut, Prevent Heart Disease, and Thrive \| William Davis, MD William Davis, MD is a cardiologist and the author of the internationally best-selling Wheat Belly series of books. His latest offering is Super Gut: A Four-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/249
08.31.2022 248: The Best and Worst Foods to Eat for Mental Health \| Uma Naidoo, MD Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, professional chef, nutrition specialist, and best-selling author of This is Your Brain on Food. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/248
08.24.2022 247: How to Break Free From Negative Thoughts and Create Inner Peace \| Matt Nathanson Matt Nathanson is a platinum-selling recording artist with a number of hit songs under his belt including Come On Get Higher, Faster, Headphones, and more. His new album, Boston Accent, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/247

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296: Powerful Daily Steps to Maximize Muscle Growth and Sustain Fat Loss | Joey Muñoz, PhD

295: How Declining Soil Health is Making Us All Fatter and Sicker; the Healing Power of Grounding | Jessica Chiartas, PhD

294: How a Daily Dose of Awe Can Make You Healthier and Happier | Dacher Keltner, PhD

293: The Top Cancer-Fighting Foods to Eat Every Day | Joe Zundell, PhD

292: The 3 Foods That Are Increasing Your Alzheimer's Risk; Should We Be Worried About Oxalates? | Richard Johnson, MD

291: Latest Insights to Boost Brain Health, Improve Memory, and Get More Restful Sleep | Louisa Nicola

290: How Sprouting Can Help Fight Cancer, Improve Brain Function, and Supercharge Your Health | Doug Evans

289: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Calorie Deficits and Fasting for Weight Loss, Fertility, and Longevity | Mindy Pelz, DC

288: The Top Foods to Avoid to Keep the Fat Off, Live Longer, and Prevent Disease | Jessie Inchauspé

287: Step Out of Survival Mode, Free Yourself From Drama, and Build the Life You Love | Scott Lyons, PhD

286: How to Overcome Self-Doubt, Unlock Your Potential, and Attract Success | David Nurse

285: How to Optimize Adrenal and Thyroid Hormones for Health and Vitality | Izabella Wentz, PharmD

284: Vulvas, Vaginas, and Clitorises, Oh My! How to Give and Receive Better Orgasms | Jolene Brighten, ND

283: Leveraging Your Circadian Rhythm to Lose Fat, Optimize Cognition, and Prevent Disease | Satchin Panda, PhD

282: The Science of Happiness and How to Extract More Joy Out of Every Day | Arthur Brooks, PhD

281: Foods and Tactics to Accelerate Fat Loss, Boost Your Metabolism, and Fight Disease | William Li, MD

280: How to Set Boundaries, Heal Unhealthy Relationships, and Live Drama-Free | Nedra Glover Tawwab

279: The Top Vitamins and Minerals You Need Daily to Unlock Better Health | Dave Asprey

278: How to Heal Childhood Trauma and Cultivate Resilience and Self-Love | Tara Schuster

277: How to Reverse Your Biological Age and Stay Young Forever | Mark Hyman, MD

276: How Big Food and Big Pharma Conspire to Keep Us Sick | Calley Means

275: Foods and Supplements to Boost Brain Health and Improve Stamina and Energy | Latt Mansor, PhD

274: How to Reverse Multiple Sclerosis and Prevent Autoimmune Diseases | Terry Wahls, MD

273: How to Boost Your Mitochondria for More Energy, Better Sex, and a Longer Life | Molly Maloof, MD

272: How to Speed Up Metabolism with Reverse Dieting; Staying on Track When Eating Out | Don Saladino

271: Daily Habits For a Happier, Healthier, and More Fulfilling Life | Robert Waldinger, MD

270: The Mindset Trick to Overcome Doubt and Get More Out of Life and Work | Jennifer Cohen

269: Heal Your Mind, Prevent Dementia, and Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Energy | Christopher Palmer, MD

268: The Top Fitness and Training Myths That Are Killing Your Gains | Ben Bruno

267: The Biggest Lies You've Been Told About Nutrition and Losing Weight | Kevin Bass

266: How to Balance Your Nervous System to Reduce Stress and Heal Trauma | Nicole LePera, PhD

265: How to Stop Gaining Weight by Turning Off Your Fat Storage Switch | Richard Johnson, MD

264: Everyday Foods That Slow Aging, Heal the Gut, and Prevent Disease | Jeffrey Bland, PhD

263: Why You Should Embrace Difficult Emotions to Build Strength and Agility | Susan David, PhD

262: How to Optimize Your Omega-3 Intake for Longevity and Disease Prevention | Bill Harris, PhD

261: How to Prevent Insulin Resistance and Reverse Chronic Disease | Benjamin Bikman, PhD

260: How to Find Love, Make It Last, and Move Forward Once It’s Gone | Jillian Turecki

259: The Bitter Truth About Seed Oils, Inflammation, and Disease | Tucker Goodrich

258: How to Use Intermittent Fasting to Boost Energy, Build Muscle, and Melt the Fat Away | Thomas DeLauer

257: How to Turn Sadness Into a Superpower and Build Emotional Resilience | Susan Cain

256: The Shocking Truth About Menopause and How to Biohack Your Way Through It | Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD

255: How to Become More Confident and Charismatic in Any Situation | Vanessa Van Edwards

254: Powerful Mindset Techniques to Conquer Laziness and Unlock Your Potential | Colin O'Brady

253: The 6 Keys to Building Muscle and Living a Long and Healthy Life | Layne Norton, PhD

252: Leveraging Your Microbiome for Better Skin, Mood, and Brain Health, Plus Why Most Probiotics Suck | Kiran Krishnan, PhD and Tina Anderson

251: Healing From Within; How Trauma Creates Disease | Gabor Maté, MD

250: Do This Every Day to Boost Brain Health and Heal Your Mind | Dom D'Agostino, PhD

249: Heal Your Gut, Prevent Heart Disease, and Thrive | William Davis, MD

248: The Best and Worst Foods to Eat for Mental Health | Uma Naidoo, MD

247: How to Break Free From Negative Thoughts and Create Inner Peace | Matt Nathanson

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