Upgraded Executive

Episode 26

PRIMALGENIC® the evolution of ancestral eating

with Nora Gedgaudas

In this episode, Nick and Ben are talking with Nora Gedgaudas, author of the international best-selling book, "Primal Body, Primal Mind: Beyond the Paleo Diet for Total Health and A Longer Life." Nora is an experienced nutritional consultant, speaker, and educator, widely interviewed on national and international radio, popular podcasts, online summits, television, and film. She is also the author of the best-selling book: "Rethinking Fatigue: What Your Adrenals Are Really Telling You and What You Can Do About It."  

In this episode we cover:  

• Nora's journey and background  

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Episode 25

INCREDIBLE HACKS the grandfather of Biohacking (part 2/2) with Steven Fowkes

In this episode, Nick and Ben are talking with Steven Fowkes, who is one of the original biohackers, an organic chemist and has been hacking his health for decades. He is also a nutritional consultant, author, public speaker, inventor, and an expert witness. He has a broad knowledge of biochemistry, neurochemistry, nutrition, metabolism, and nanotechnology. 

In this episode we cover: 

• Meditation and breathwork 

Show notes and resources: https://www.upgradedexecutive.com/podcasts/episode25

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Episode 24

INCREDIBLE HACKS the grandfather of Biohacking (part 1/2) with Steven Fowkes

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Steven Fowkes, who is one of original biohackers, an organic chemist and has been hacking his health for decades. He is also a nutritional consultant, author, public speaker, inventor and an expert witness. He has a broad knowledge of biochemistry, neurochemistry, nutrition, metabolism and nanotechnology. 

In this episode we cover: 

• Steven’s definition of biohacking 

• Piracetam 

• Steven’s view on psychedelics 

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Episode 23

PEAK YOUR BRAIN elevate your mental game with Dr. Andrew Hill

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Andrew Hill, who is a neuro scientist entrepreneur and bio ethical hacker. He did PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from University of California, LA. He is best known for his missions to bring brain hacking technology and neurofeedback to mainstream practice. He founded Peak Brain Institute in 2015, a company that teaches brain training from fitness perspective and uses EEG, neurofeedback and QEEG Brain mapping designed to help people achieve their brain performance goals. 

In this episode we cover: 

• Andrew’s background 

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Episode 22

ENHANCE EVERYTHING red light therapy with Scott Nelson

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Scott Nelson, who is a cofounder for Joovv, the first company to develop a modular full body light therapy device.  In his spare time, Scott is also the host of Medsider Radio, a top ranked medical device podcast.  

In this episode we cover: 

• Scott’s background and founding Joovv 

Show notes and resources: https://www.upgradedexecutive.com/podcasts/episode22

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Episode 21

MIND OPTIMISATION fusing brain science & human psychology with Srini Pillay

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Dr Srini Pillay, who is a brain science innovator who applies his training, research and experience in medicine, psychiatry, biotechnology, brain science and music to the development of innovative services and technology in the health and leadership development sectors.  

We deep dive into brain science, human psychology and Srini shares many practical tips on improving cognitive function that can be applied in every day life. 

In this episode we cover: 

• The practical benefits of both a focussed and unfocussed state 

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Episode 20

QUANTIFIED SELF tracking biometrics for optimal performance with Bob Troia

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Bob Troia who is a New York City-based technology entrepreneur and a prominent voice in the biohacking and Quantified Self communities. Bob is combining his passion with purpose, building solutions focused on the intersection of data-driven citizen science, health and wellness, human performance, longevity/anti-aging, and self-optimization, while also documenting his personal efforts. 

Bob is also known as Quantified Bob 

In this episode we discus: 

• Bob’s background and his call to action 

and much more 

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Episode 19

THE DIFFERENCE when good enough isn't enough with Subir Chowdhury

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Subir Chowdhury who is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and consultants.  Subir works with Fortune 500 companies to improve their processes, operations, quality and performance. His clients have saved billions of dollars by deploying process improvement methodologies. He is the bestselling author of The Power of Six Sigma, The Ice Cream Maker and THE DIFFERENCE. 

In this episode we cover:

• Subir’s background and his journey from Bangladesh to Los Angeles 

As part of the interview Subir shares some incredible personal stories 

Show notes and resources: https://www.upgradedexecutive.com/podcasts/episode19

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Episode 18

MASTER YOUR MIND and end self-doubt with Ryan Munsey

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Ryan Munsey, the author of F*ck Your Feelings and co-founder of The Better Human Project.  Ryan is a sought after thought leader who specialises in high performance and the development of both individuals and organisations.

He personally coaches Olympic and professional athletes, Special Forces Operators, Hollywood celebrities, and leading entrepreneurs and C-Level executives while speaking and hosting leadership workshops around the world. 

It was a great conversation with Ryan and we discussed a range of topics including: 

• Ryan's book F*ck Your Feelings  

Show notes and resources: https://www.upgradedexecutive.com/podcasts/episode18

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Episode 17

In this episode Nick and Ben are talking with Joe Cohen, who is the founder of Self Hacked, Self Decode and Lab Test Analyzer. Joe has over 2 million visitors to Self Hacked every month.

 In this episode we cover: 

• Joe’s story to reclaim his health

Show notes and resources: https://www.upgradedexecutive.com/podcasts/episode17

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