In this clip from Travis Makes Friends, Travis sits down with John Gafford, entrepreneur and author of Escaping the Drift. John shares his powerful journey about taking responsibility for one's life, the challenges of his 20s, and valuable lessons on building genuine friendships, wealth, and success. From nightclub management to real estate investing, John offers candid insights and actionable advice on not waiting for rescue and creating your own opportunities—particularly in today's fast-changing world influenced by AI.

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What actually happens to your body when you smoke, vape, or use nicotine pouches like Zyn? In this episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in health: nicotine and smoking.

I’ve pulled together insights from some of the smartest voices I know on the subject:

Justin Cottle (Institute of Human Anatomy) – breaks down what smoking and vaping really do to your lungs, whether cigars are “better,” and how different methods of inhaling stack up on the risk scale.

Dave Asprey (Father of Biohacking) – explains how nicotine might have cognitive and longevity benefits in very small doses, why smoking is not the same as nicotine, and what safe use actually looks like.

Dr. Brady Smith (Dentist) – shares how smoking and nicotine impact your teeth, gums, and oral health long term.

We cover it all:

Cigarettes vs. cigars vs. weed

Vaping (nicotine and THC) and why the “unregulated” side is so dangerous

Popcorn lung, emphysema, COPD, and other risks

Whether nicotine alone is harmful or helpful

The reality of nicotine pouches like Zyn

How frequency and dosage change the equation

👉 This is your masterclass episode on nicotine, smoking, and vaping—the risks, the potential upsides, and the uncomfortable truths most people don’t want to admit.

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In this episode of the Travis Makes Friends podcast, host Travis dives deep into health, longevity, and biohacking with Dr. Jeffrey Gross, a renowned neurological surgeon and regenerative medicine expert. From the truth about GLP-1 peptides and testosterone therapy to debunking cholesterol myths and exploring stem cell treatments, this conversation unpacks cutting-edge insights for optimizing your health. Tune in for practical tips and a no-nonsense take on navigating modern medicine!