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Dr. Majid Fotuhi is a neuroscientist and clinician who has built his career around advancing brain health, with work spanning research, teaching, and patient care. He earned his PhD in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University in 1992 and his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1997, and he now teaches at Johns Hopkins, George Washington University, and Harvard Medical School.

Known for his Brain Fitness Program, which blends a detailed baseline assessment with weekly training sessions, he focuses on lifestyle and cognitive strategies to improve memory, focus, and long-term brain resilience.

In our conversation, he emphasized that many symptoms women face during menopause are temporary, saying that brain fog and memory lapses “are transient and usually subside after hormone fluctuations settle,” and he encouraged a lifestyle of exercise, diet, sleep, mindset and brain training aiming to reach one’s nineties “and be sharp.” 

Dave Asprey is a Health Science and Biotech Entrepreneur, 4x New York Times Bestselling Author and is often referred to as “The Father of Biohacking.” As the CEO and Founder of Upgrade Labs, the world’s first Human Upgrade™ center focused on longevity, weight loss, recovery, human performance and cognitive function, his work has led to the development of science-backed methods and products that enhance mental and physical well-being. Dave is also the host of The Human Upgrade podcast, where he shares his insights and expertise with a global audience.Coining the term “biohacking,” Dave’s personal health transformation—overcoming brain fog, pre-diabetes, and premature aging—led him to create The Bulletproof Diet and launch Upgrade Labs. Dave is dedicated to helping individuals take control of their biology, using data-driven insights and technology to enhance mental and physical performance.

In this episode, Dave and I discuss how women are the OG biohackers and how to make significant changes to your longevity and sleep during midlife.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Taylor Berggren, lead microbiome expert at Pendulum Therapeutics. They discuss while your gut microbiome changes during midlife, how it affects your sleep, and which probiotics are best for improving GLP-1s to cut cravings and lose weight naturally.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews NYT best-selling author Oliver Niño. Oliver Niño, a renowned spirituality coach and energy healer to Hollywood’s elite.

His new book, Do This Before Bed: Simple 5-Minute Practices That Will Change Your Life (Hay House, March 4, 2025), is already being praised by Jessica Alba, Tony Robbins, and Miranda Kerr for its blend of ancient healing techniques and modern neuroscience to improve sleep, reduce stress, and reprogram the subconscious mind, all in just five minutes before bed.

You can follow Oliver at https://dothisbeforebed.com

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark chats with Sansan Fibri from Wakefully.

Sansan Fibri combines over a decade of expertise in Jungian dream analysis with a successful career as a Film & TV producer, having collaborated with platforms like Comedy Central and talent such as Kevin Hart and Bill Burr.

She is the Founder of Wakefully, an AI-powered #mental health and mental wellness app that helps people harness the power of their (night) dreams to manifest their (life)dreams.

By sitting at the intersection of mental wellness, AI, and storytelling, Wakefully delivers a full suite of dream therapy and mindfulness tools that help individuals uncover and reshape limiting subconscious mind narratives.

For more information, check out www.thirdsparkhealth.com

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Carin Luna-Ostaseski, founder of Hot or Just Me, an online resource for all things that women need to feel their best during perimenopause and midlife. Check out www.hotorjustme.com

Carin Luna-Ostaseski is a serial entrepreneur who dedicates her time and mission to helping women thrive through perimenopause and menopause.

Third Spark, a unique online wellness hub for women who want to redefine midlife, menopause and authentic aging to significantly improve their sleep, hormones, energy, sex drive, mindset and purpose.

Women today live an estimated 30+ years past menopause. It’s important to make lifestyle shifts in their 30s and 40s to stay healthy and vibrant and have a strong quality of life as they age. By learning to reset, restack and respark their health and well-being, women can reclaim their power by learning to advocate for themselves.

The mission of Third Spark is crystal clear - to ELEVATE ALL WOMEN in midlife and beyond.

Be a part of the movement to reignite your health again at www.thirdsparkhealth.com.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Wendy Leeds discuss how to use a midlife crisis as an opportunity to embrace change and unlock new possibilities.

Wendy is a three-time cancer survivor, a licensed psychotherapist and the host of the podcast, Anxiety Connection. She is the author of "Calm & Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety Free. " Her next book, "Solving the Anxiety Equation: The Formula to Free Yourself from Fear" is due to be published on 2/25/25.

Third Spark, a unique online wellness hub for women who want to redefine midlife, menopause and authentic aging to significantly improve their sleep, hormones, energy, sex drive, mindset and purpose.

Women today live an estimated 30+ years past menopause. It’s important to make lifestyle shifts in their 30s and 40s to stay healthy and vibrant and have a strong quality of life as they age.

By learning to reset, restack and respark their health and well-being, women can reclaim their power by learning to advocate for themselves. The mission of Third Spark is crystal clear - to ELEVATE ALL WOMEN in midlife and beyond.

Be a part of the movement to reignite your health again at www.thirdsparkhealth.com.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Monica Molenaar, co-Founder and co-CEO of Alloy Women’s Health, a digital health company revolutionizing the way women age by providing access to the information, expertise, and science-backed solutions they need to feeltheir best during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

Third Spark, a unique online wellness hub for women who want to redefine midlife, menopause and authentic aging to significantly improve their sleep, hormones, energy, sex drive, mindset and purpose.

Women today live an estimated 30+ years past menopause. It’s important to make lifestyle shifts in their 30s and 40s to stay healthy and vibrant and have a strong quality of life as they age. By learning to reset, restack and respark their health and well-being, women can reclaim their power by learning to advocate for themselves.

Be a part of the movement to reignite your sleep again at www.thirdsparkhealth.com.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Tamsen Fadal, award-winning journalist, menopause and women's health advocate, and producer of "The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause," premiering on PBS on October 17, 2024 in advance of World Menopause Day. In addition, she has new book coming out in March 2025 titled “How to Menopause.”

Third Spark, a unique online wellness hub for women who want to redefine midlife, menopause and authentic aging to significantly improve their sleep, hormones, energy, sex drive, mindset and purpose. Women today live an estimated 30+ years past menopause. It’s important to make lifestyle shifts in their 30s and 40s to stay healthy and vibrant and have a strong quality of life as they age. By learning to reset, restack and respark their health and well-being, women can reclaim their power by learning to advocate for themselves.

The mission of Third Spark is crystal clear - to ELEVATE ALL WOMEN in midlife and beyond.

Be a part of the movement to reignite your health again at www.thirdsparkhealth.com.

Shawna Robins, founder and CEO of Third Spark interviews Dr. Robins Nobel, Chief Medical Advisor for Let's Talk Menopause. As Chief Medical Advisor at Let's Talk Menopause, Dr. Robin Noble brings over two decades of distinguished gynecological expertise to our mission of transforming menopause care and education. Her leadership ensures all our educational content and resources meet the highest medical standards while remaining accessible to women seeking guidance. Board-certified in both Obstetrics & Gynecology and Lifestyle Medicine, with North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certification, Dr. Noble champions our evidence-based approach to empowering women through their menopause journey.

Third Spark, a unique online wellness hub for women who want to redefine midlife, menopause and authentic aging to significantly improve their sleep, hormones, energy, sex drive, mindset and purpose. Women today live an estimated 30+ years past menopause. It’s important to make lifestyle shifts in their 30s and 40s to stay healthy and vibrant and have a strong quality of life as they age. By learning to reset, restack and respark their health and well-being, women can reclaim their power by learning to advocate for themselves. The mission of Third Spark is crystal clear - to ELEVATE ALL WOMEN in midlife and beyond.

Be a part of the movement to reignite your sleep again at www.thirdsparkhealth.com.