Today, I’m joined by the insightful Cynthia Thurlow, a leading voice in women’s health and the acclaimed author of The Menopause Gut. In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow gets real about the chaos of perimenopause—a time when so many women look in the mirror and ask, “Who is this?” She opens up about why this transition, often dismissed or misunderstood, is actually a powerful wake-up call and a pivotal moment to reclaim our well-being.
Read MoreToday, I’m pulling together some of the most impactful conversations from the last three months on the Podcast. From breaking down the pitfalls of trendy weight loss drugs to uncovering silent heart health risks, and exploring how mitochondrial transplants and trauma healing are rewriting the story of resilience, these moments have truly shifted my perspective on what it means to pursue lasting wellness.
Today, I'm joined by Dr. Grace Liu, often known as the “Gut Goddess,” a trailblazer in the world of microbiome science and founder of The Gut Institute. In this conversation, we take a bold dive into an often-overlooked pillar of longevity: your poop. That's right—Dr. Liu unpacks the fascinating and sometimes surprising science showing how gut health shapes everything from your immune system and brain to your lifespan itself.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by David Roberts and Dr. John Gildea, two passionate researchers whose work sits at the cutting edge of environmental health and longevity science. In this episode, we dive deep into the catalyst for developing a stabilized sulforaphane supplement—something born out of both necessity and relentless curiosity. David opens up about how environmental toxicity stopped being theoretical for him, and Dr. Gildea brings a wealth of clinical insight into why supporting our detox pathways could be a game-changer for chronic disease prevention.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the legendary Dr. Jeffrey Bland, widely known as the “father of functional medicine” and a true pioneer in the science of longevity and immune resilience. In this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Bland opens up about his decades-long journey questioning the conventional medicine model, the personal moments that shaped his mission, and how his passion for asking the right questions ultimately led him to reshape the future of healthcare.
Read MoreToday, I'm joined by the inspiring Leslie Kenny, Oxford-based longevity expert and a living example of turning adversity into vitality. After being told at 39 that she had lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and just five years to live, Leslie defiantly forged a new path—reversing her diagnoses, restoring her thyroid health, and even welcoming a healthy baby girl at 43. Her story is a testament to the power of questioning the status quo, honoring the wisdom within our bodies, and refusing to accept decline as inevitable.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the insightful Courtney Van Bussum, a biomedical engineer and entrepreneur who has become a rising force in longevity science. Courtney shares how growing up in a family of healthcare innovators shaped her journey, and how she pivoted from startup life to tackling age-related challenges—especially when COVID brought her back to her roots and reignited her passion for cellular health.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the trailblazing Dr. Regina Druz, a cardiologist who reimagined heart health after years in elite academic medicine. In this episode, Dr. Druz opens up about her journey from the traditional halls of Cornell and New York Presbyterian to creating truly personalized, preventive, and holistic programs for her patients—even when it meant leaving behind the medical mainstream.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the thoughtful Dr. Clement Lee, a naturopathic doctor blending ancient wisdom from Chinese medicine with cutting-edge regenerative therapies. In this episode, Dr. Lee gets real about why people can feel deeply unwell long before anything shows up on standard labs—and how subtle issues like limbic system stress, toxins, and chronic inflammation quietly undermine our vitality.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the remarkable Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a pioneer in redefining the longevity conversation by making muscle health—not weight—the centerpiece of aging well. With a background in geriatrics and nutritional sciences, she illuminates why the quality of your muscle tissue is a far more powerful predictor of health than any number on the scale. Her perspective challenges the notion of a “healthy sedentary person” and reveals the major role of intramuscular fat in metabolic dysfunction.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the insightful Ashley Koff, renowned registered dietitian and fierce advocate for personalized, realistic nutrition that actually works in the real world. In this episode, Ashley Koff opens up about her personal and professional journey—from her early days in big brand marketing (think sugared cereals and infobesity) to her pivotal “aha” moments that led her to champion true weight health, not just weight loss.
Read MoreToday, I'm joined by the incomparable Dr. Ted Achacoso—a true pioneer in shifting healthcare from “what’s wrong with you” to “what’s right with you.” Trained across neurology, pharmacology, AI, and nutritional medicine, Dr. Achacoso brings a sharp mix of science, humor, and unfiltered honesty to our conversation. We get real about what it takes to optimize health at the cellular level, why metabolomics is the future doctors can’t ignore, and how something as simple as a toxicity panel can completely change your health trajectory.
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by the innovative Jon Hacker, whose name couldn’t be more perfect for the biohacking space. While his family hacks computers, Jon decided to hack something a bit messier—the human mind. After growing up with severe OCD and witnessing the rising tide of global anxiety, he became obsessed with one question: Why are we all stuck in fight or flight, and what can we actually do about it?
Read MoreToday, I’m joined by Omid Moghadam, a serial inventor and biotech entrepreneur whose fascination with innovation has led him from the world of imaging and semiconductors to groundbreaking advancements in cancer screening. Omid shares how personal experiences—including his mother’s battle with cancer and his own early diagnosis—sparked his relentless drive to build better tools for early cancer detection.
Read MoreToday, I’m sitting down with two true pioneers in the health optimization space: microbiologist Kiran Krishnan from Just Thrive, and Forrest Smith, founder of Kineon. In this episode, we bridge two often separate worlds—gut health and photobiomodulation—to explore what happens when you combine spore-based probiotics with red and near-infrared light therapy. You'll hear about the unexpected links between the gut and brain, the pivotal role of leaky gut in everything from neurodegeneration to hormone imbalance, and why Forrest started experimenting with shining red light directly on his abdomen.
Read MoreToday, I’m diving solo into a topic that’s both fascinating and a little bit spooky—senescent cells, also known as “zombie cells.” Understanding zombie cells is a crucial piece of the puzzle if you want to feel younger, stronger, and more resilient as you age. In this episode, I unpack what senescent cells are, why they’re not just harmless bystanders, and how their buildup can accelerate the aging process and drive chronic inflammation—one of the hallmarks of aging. I break down the lifestyle habits that might be quietly increasing your zombie cell load, the early warning signs your body could be giving you, and most importantly, the evidence-backed interventions you can start using right now—from exercise and diet, to cutting-edge supplements, peptides, and more.
Read MoreWe dive into societal pressures around food and alcohol, the impact of social media on mental health, and the need for nuance in health discussions. We also discuss the role of inflammation, neuroendocrine dysregulation, nutrient status, and neurotrophic factors in mental health disorders, while highlighting the need for objective lab testing to track physiological function and identify root causes.
Read MoreFind out how the functional medicine field is leading the way with a personalized approach to diabetes, obesity, and chronic illness care. We also discuss the root causes of insulin resistance and how inflammation plays a role.
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