Best Eric Stevenson Podcasts (2025)

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Supplementary Material 35: Cult Leaders, Gurus, and Evil Economists 29:43

3d ago29:43

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We face a disciplinary crisis as the twin pillars of Game Theory and Gurometry are called into question. The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (1 hour, 35 minutes). Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingTheGurus Supplementary Material 35 00:05 Introduction 01:52 Matt's Apology 06:55 Just Life... 12:34 Matt's Foodie Corner 14:01…

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The Mitochondrial Key to Longevity, Stress, & Holistic Health with Martin Picard, PhD | MGC Ep. 99 52:44

4d ago52:44

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Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Martin Picard, PhD, mitochondrial biologist and systems thinker, for a fascinating conversation on the hidden role of mitochondria in health, stress, and consciousness. Martin explains how mitochondria, far beyond being simple “powerhouses of the cell”, are dynamic regulators of energy, emotion, and resilience. He explores…

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88: From Deloitte to the Deep Blue: CEO Kendra MacDonald on Leading Bold Innovation 42:31

4d ago42:31

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What if the biggest untapped leadership opportunity on the planet lies underwater? In this eye-opening episode of No Limit Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada's Ocean Supercluster and former Deloitte partner. Leading a national transformation to bring AI, automation, and collaboration into the $1 trillion ocean ec…

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Naval Ravikant: Predictable Polemics and Empty Aphorisms 3:08:40

5d ago3:08:40

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In this watery simulation of an episode, Matt and Chris uncover the true purpose of Scott Adams’ existence: not to shape reality, but to provide training data for future AIs working on plumbing-related problems. Somewhere in a cosmic server farm, Scott is endlessly confronted with blocked drains, dripping faucets, and municipal water conspiracies, …

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The rebel leader: Why great leaders break the rules with Ingrid Hu Dahl 37:49

8d ago37:49

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Ingrid Hu Dahl believes the most effective leaders are those who intentionally break rules, challenging the status quo. With diverse experience as a punk-rock musician, executive coach and L&D leader at Gap, Meta and Capital One, Ingrid offers a radically human perspective on leadership - one that is rooted in rebellion and genuine connection. She …

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87: How to Reduce Burnout and Skyrocket Team Productivity w/ Sheri Traxler 56:49

11d ago56:49

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Most leaders say they want peak performance from their teams, but ignore one of the simplest levers to get it: health and wellness. In this episode of No Limit Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with nationally recognized wellness expert, speaker, and CEO of The ViReo Life, Sheri Traxler. With over 30 years of experience helping leaders and organiza…

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Exploring the Manosphere with James Bloodworth 1:19:39

13d ago1:19:39

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In this episode, we immerse ourselves in the potent juices of the manosphere with British journalist and author James Bloodworth. James recently published Lost Boys: A Personal Journey Through the Manosphere and takes us on a whirlwind tour of various misogynistic and anti-feminist subcultures, including pickup artists, incels, and the blue, red, a…

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The Consumer Becomes the Payor: How ICHRA Unlocks a New Era in Healthcare 28:05

16d ago28:05

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In this episode, Julie Yoo and Jay Rughani are joined by Thatch cofounders Chris Ellis and Adam Stevenson to explore why ICHRA—a more recent policy innovation—might quietly revolutionize employer-sponsored health benefits. Unpacking the surprising history of how U.S. healthcare became entangled with employment, they make the case for a defined-cont…

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Supplementary Material 34: Giants, Grifters, and Google Eyed Loons 48:46

17d ago48:46

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We drown in waves of ideological fluidity as the gurusphere continues to crash all around us. Supplementary Material 34 00:00 Introduction 01:26 Irish Stew and Dog Exercise Report 03:45 A new 276 IQ Genius 11:47 Fresh and Fit Antisemitism 16:51 Are things getting dumber? 21:22 Asmongold on the Epstein Files 24:53 Epstein Conspiratorial Discourse he…

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86: How to Lead with Calm and Connection at Home and Work w/ Mary Wilcox Smith 42:00

18d ago42:00

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Ever wonder why you overreact in high-stress situations and what it means about your leadership? In this powerful episode of No Limit Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with parent coach, speaker, and author Mary Wilcox Smith, creator of The Microstep Method. With four daughters and decades of experience helping overwhelmed parents, Mary shares a ne…

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The Secrets Behind the World's Longest Living People with Dan Buettner | MGC Ep. 98 34:37

20d ago34:37

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Dr. Emeran Mayer welcomes Dan Buettner, National Geographic explorer, Emmy award-winning filmmaker, and founder of the Blue Zones, for an illuminating conversation on the secrets of longevity. Dan explains why people in Blue Zone communities, like Ikaria, Greece, and Nicoya, Costa Rica, live significantly longer, healthier lives, and why it has lit…

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A Return to Gary World 3:41:20

23d ago3:41:20

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In this exhausting deep dive, Matt and Chris take a break from counting their billionaire stipends to devote (what some might call) an inordinate amount of time to Gary Stevenson’s recent appearance with a challenging interviewer: Tomás from Despolariza. They grapple with the indeterminacy of Schrödinger’s Gary, who oscillates between being an econ…

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263. Why I Changed My Mind About Hydrogen Water (with Tyler LeBaron) 2:01:22

25d ago2:01:22

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Ever wondered why a molecule as simple as hydrogen could influence everything from Parkinson's to metabolic syndrome? We explored how molecular hydrogen selectively targets only the most harmful free radicals while leaving beneficial ones alone, making it fundamentally different from every other antioxidant supplement gathering dust in your cabinet…

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85: Why Writing Is the Leadership Skill You Can’t Ignore Anymore w/ Elaine Acker 38:01

25d ago38:01

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In a world overloaded with noise and AI-generated fluff, the leaders who can communicate clearly, consistently, and with purpose will win. But most leaders overlook one of the most powerful tools they have: the written word. In this episode, Sean Patton sits down with content strategist and Writing & Influence podcast host Elaine Acker, a true expe…

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Mini Decoding: Sabine's Contrarian Outrage- How Dare You Criticise Eric! 59:02

28d ago59:02

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In this mini-decoding, Matt and Chris examine Sabine Hossenfelder's recent fervent defence of Eric Weinstein and her sharp rebuke of his critics, including Sean Carroll. Sabine suggests that Eric poses a genuine threat to the physics establishment and that he is terrifying them by exposing their weak points. Moreover, according to Sabine, Geometric…

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Understanding Sex Differences in Stress and Gut Health | MGC Ep. 97 7:57

1M ago7:57

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Dr. Mayer unpacks groundbreaking research on how men and women differ in their responses to stress, emotional stimuli, and gut sensations. Drawing from studies at UCLA’s Oppenheimer Center, the conversation highlights key differences in brain-gut communication, revealing how neural pathways influence both emotional and physical health. You’ll learn…

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Engaging the Unengaged at Home with Max Cohen and Cameron Behar 22:32

1M ago22:32

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In this episode, Sprinter Health co-founders Max Cohen and Cameron Behar sit down with Julie Yoo to unpack how their home-based care model reaches underserved populations and reintegrates “the unengaged” into the healthcare system. From starting with blood draws in living rooms to scaling a high-complexity, tech-enabled logistics platform, they sha…

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84: Why Your Team Nods Yes.. and Still Fails to Deliver w/ Dr. Laura Gallaher 45:05

1M ago45:05

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If your meetings end in agreement but nothing gets done, you're not dealing with alignment; you're stuck in artificial harmony. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Gallaher, organizational psychologist, leadership expert, and co-author of The Missing Links. Laura began her career helping NASA rebuild its culture after the Columbia S…

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Supplementary Material 33: Weinstein Enigmas, The Epstein Conspiracies, and Dwarves punching ducks 39:40

1M ago39:40

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In this packed supplementary episode, we tackle all of the urgent global issues, ranging from Epstein file conspiracies to Matt’s immense love of a fantasy game where dwarves punch ducks for fun. Along the way, we’re joined by a stellar cast of commentators, including some old favourites. Strap in… it’s a long one. Supplementary Material 33 00:00 I…

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Find your purpose: The methodology behind NYU's most popular class 46:32

1M ago46:32

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Suzy Welch has helped thousands find clarity on the question: What am I meant to do with my life? In this conversation, she shares the 3-circle methodology behind her wildly popular “Becoming You” methodology, which she also teaches at NYU Stern School of Business. She explains why knowing your true values is more powerful than skills training alon…

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83: Combating the New Age of Mediocrity w/ Bill Rice 49:41

1M ago49:41

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Are you unknowingly letting mediocrity sabotage your team’s performance and culture? In this powerful conversation, Sean Patton sits down with Bill Rice—former Air Force counterintelligence officer, serial entrepreneur, and founder of a leading fintech marketing agency—to unpack the hidden forces driving average performance in today’s workplace. Fr…

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The SIBO Myth: What Clinicians & Patients Should Know | MGC Ep. 96 8:46

1M ago8:46

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SIBO—Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth—has become a buzzword in the gut health space, often blamed for symptoms like bloating, gas, and fatigue. But how much of the hype is supported by solid science? In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Mayer critically examines the growing SIBO narrative. Drawing from decades of clinical experien…

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82: Building Champions from the Inside Out w/ Hall of Fame Coach Sherri Coale 49:53

2M ago49:53

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Becoming a champion isn’t about obsessing over the scoreboard. The real transformation happens in the small, intentional behaviors you choose every single day. In this episode of The No Limit Leadership Podcast, legendary coach and bestselling author Sherri Coale reveals how she turned an unranked program into a perennial powerhouse and how those s…

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Required Readings: Buddhism - A Journey Through History 28:53

2M ago28:53

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In this episode of "Decoding Academia: Required Readings", Chris and Matt take a joint stroll through the history of Buddhism through Donald S. Lopez Jr.'s latest book, 'Buddhism: A Journey Through History.' We discuss the unexpected historical and cultural facets of Buddhism, how modern interpretations can often romanticise ancient practices, and …

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Mind, Culture & Visual Illusions: Dorsa Amir and Chaz Firestone on Visual Illusions 1:06:48

2M ago1:06:48

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In this academic-themed interview episode of Decoding the Gurus, Matt and Chris sit down to chat with Dorsa Amir and Chaz Firestone (@chazfirestone) about their recent paper 'Is Visual Perception WEIRD? The Müller-Lyer Illusion and the Cultural Byproduct Hypothesis.' In a conversation that serves as a welcome tonic to the endless lamentations of th…

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81: From Nothing to a Billion: The Leadership Playbook They Don’t Teach You w/ Harry L Allen 36:51

2M ago36:51

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Traditional banks often lack personalized service, and local businesses struggle to find true partnership in financial institutions. Meanwhile, higher education faces scrutiny over relevance and ROI in a world where information is nearly free. Harry Allen helped launch Studio Bank to blend technology with high-touch service, fueled by community inv…

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Supplementary Material 32: A Shower of Bastards 37:24

2M ago37:24

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We wallow in the mud with some of the worst gurus of the gurusphere. Join us and lament the guru paradise that we all live in. Supplementary Material 32 00:00 Introduction and Banter 01:22 Old Squeaky and Daily Life 03:53 Matthew McConaughey Episode Recap 08:13 The Liver King Controversy 16:14 Nazi Propaganda on YouTube 21:11 Historical Revisionism…

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How to Master Stress, Build Lasting Resilience & Slow Aging with Stephen Sideroff, PhD | MGC Ep. 95 53:27

2M ago53:27

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In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Stephen Sideroff, an internationally recognized psychologist, professor at the UCLA Geffen School of Medicine, and expert in resilience and peak performance. Stephen’s groundbreaking new book, The 9 Pillars of Resilience: The Proven Path to Master Stress, Slow Aging & I…

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262. Gut Expert Reveals The Best Herbs for Parasites (Evan Brand) 1:32:14

2M ago1:32:14

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal Health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide#calculator Ever wonder why you're exhausted despite eating well, or why your child's behavioral issues seem impossible to solve? The answers might be hiding in tests your…

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80: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership w/ Jim Carlough 42:06

2M ago42:06

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Many aspiring leaders misunderstand leadership as task delegation and performance oversight, missing its human core. Leadership isn’t just what you do—it’s who you become. In this episode, Jim Carlough, Chief Sales Officer at mPulse and author of The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership, shares hard-earned wisdom from decades in healthcare tech and …

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Matthew McConaughey: Selling is Love! 3:30:12

2M ago3:30:12

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In this episode, Matt and Chris try to get from where they are to where they want to be, accepting their hidden strengths and dismantling their egos as they immerse themselves fully in the wild world of Matthew McConaughey's burgeoning self-help empire. Join them as they uncover the true Art of Livin’ and learn how it is that an Academy Award-winni…

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261. How We Lost Control of Our Food w/ Kyle Diamantas 16:03

2M ago16:03

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide#calculator What if the system that allowed thousands of chemicals into our food with minimal oversight is finally getting a major overhaul? For years, a loophole meant fo…

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Streamlining the Patient Referrals Chain with Trey Holterman 19:53

2M ago19:53

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In this episode, Tennr cofounder and CEO Trey Holterman sits down with a16z’s David Haber and Jay Rughani to unpack one of healthcare’s most overlooked pain points: patient referral logistics. When a patient is referred to a specialist and told that the specialist will follow up with them, what happens next? A convoluted system sometimes involving …

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79: From Founder to Leader: Building Purpose-Driven Teams w/ Sam Davidson 43:20

2M ago43:20

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Are you an entrepreneur or leader struggling to scale your business and empower your team? In this episode of No Limit Leadership, host Sean Patton sits down with Sam Davidson, CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, seasoned founder, and leadership expert. Together, they explore how to transition from founder to leader, build trust with teams yo…

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Decoding Academia 33: The Great Müller-Lyer Debate from Fish Tanks to Eye Operations Patreon Preview 1:02:48

2M ago1:02:48

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of Decoding Academia. In this bonus preview of our highly secretive Patreon content, we are discussing a controversial paper by Dorsa Amir and Chaz Firestone that challenges the established notion of the Müller-Lyer illusion being a product of cultural environments. Prepare yourself for some high-level discus…

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Supplementary Material 31: Aquatic Nightmares, Strategic Obliviousness, & Race Realists 46:16

2M ago46:16

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We venture into the darker corners of the gurusphere and marvel at some very, very brave individuals, their valiant efforts to play devil's advocate, and some world-class discourse surfing skills. Join us, won't you? Supplementary Material 31: Aquatic Nightmares, Strategic Obliviousness, & Race Realists 00:00 Introduction & Ol Squeaky Cameo 02:57 M…

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The reason your best employees are struggling (and the neuroscience-backed solutions) 48:29

2M ago48:29

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Nearly 8 out of 10 workers feel stressed at work, and most say it's leaving them completely drained. If you're seeing warning signs on your team or feeling the impact yourself, this deep dive into the burnout epidemic will give you the science-backed strategies you need. Dr. Ethan Kross, neuroscientist at the University of Michigan and author of Ch…

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From Chaos to Clarity in Data with Malinka Walaliyadde 23:23

2M ago23:23

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What if one of healthcare’s most complex administrative challenges—revenue cycle management—was reframed as a data science problem? In this episode, Malinka Walaliyadde, cofounder and CEO of AKASA, joins Julie Yoo to unpack how large language models have the potential to transform hospital revenue by automating highly nuanced coding and billing wor…

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Making America Healthy Again: It Starts with Our Kids with Nora LaTorre | MGC Ep. 94 45:26

2M ago45:26

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How do we reverse the chronic disease epidemic affecting millions of children in the United States? According to Nora LaTorre, it starts with fixing what’s on their lunch tray. As CEO of Eat Real, Nora leads a nonprofit tackling the root causes of poor nutrition through a science-backed, K–12 school certification program aimed at upgrading food in …

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78: The Inner Game of Business w/ Chris Wilkinson 48:19

2M ago48:19

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Why long-term success starts with self-leadership and how to align who you are with the business you’re building. Why You Need to Listen: Most entrepreneurs focus on tactics and hustle, but overlook the one thing that actually determines long-term success: self-leadership. In this episode, business coach and columnist Chris Wilkinson joins Sean Pat…

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Shamanism and the Art of Charismatic Otherness with Manvir Singh 1:21:34

3M ago1:21:34

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The Decoders welcome back cognitive anthropologist Manvir Singh for a continued exploration into the social and cognitive dimensions of shamanism. Building upon their earlier conversation, this episode involves further discussion of the psychological mechanisms and cultural patterns that make shamanic practices a recurring feature across human soci…

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Trump vs. Elon: The Gurusphere Reacts 25:32

3M ago25:32

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There’s been a disturbance in the Gurusphere. Two of its central objects of worship are feuding. The guru’s guru, Elon Musk, and the MAGA God-King, Donald Trump, have finally turned on each other, trading blows on social media. In this mini supplementary episode, Matt and Chris survey the shockwaves rippling through the Gurusphere as these titanic …

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260. What This White House Report Reveals About Our Toxic Food w/ Vani Hari 21:11

3M ago21:11

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🗞️ Newsletter — Reclaim Your Optimal Health: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/sign-up Find out your ideal diet with my ANIMAL-BASED CALCULATOR: https://www.paulsaladinomd.co/ab-guide Last week, I had the privilege of attending a press conference at the White House where I got the opportunity to sit down with Vani Hari. Vani has been one of the leaders…

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259. Unfiltered Interview with RFK Jr. at the White House 13:10

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77: From Data to Direction: Building a No Limits Culture with AI w/ Jim Stevenson 46:38

3M ago46:38

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In this episode of No Limit Leadership, I sit down with Jim Stevenson—founder and CEO of the Bletchley Group, a global growth consultancy helping organizations align strategy, culture, and technology. We dive into what most leaders get wrong about data, why OKRs (not KPIs) are the key to alignment, and how AI is transforming leadership in real time…

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Supplementary Material 30: Decoding Irish Stew, Owl Hate, and Hypothetical Avoidance 44:41

3M ago44:41

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Prepare for a hearty mix of culinary tips, avoidance of hypothetical scenarios, and the usual guru grievances. Will Jordan Peterson ever admit he's a Christian? Is it ever truly possible to understand Sam Harris AND still disagree with him? And where does Joe Rogan's primal hate for owls come in? Tune in for at least some of the answers to these pr…

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Eric Weinstein vs. Sean Carroll: Pomp & Fury 2:08:22

3M ago2:08:22

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In this medium-decoding episode, Matt and Chris turn their attention to an unlikely venue for cutting-edge theoretical physics: Piers Morgan Uncensored. There, Eric Weinstein, renegade genius and uber guru, squares off with Sean Carroll, an actual physicist and popular science communicator, in what might generously be called a “debate.” Eric brings…

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What You Can Learn From A Stool Microbiome Test with Cheryl Sew Hoy | MGC Ep. 93 1:02:35

3M ago1:02:35

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Can a simple stool test help uncover the root causes of gut issues — and guide you toward better long-term health? That’s the bold promise behind Tiny Health, the microbiome testing company founded by Cheryl Sew Hoy. In this episode of The Mind-Gut Conversation, Dr. Emeran Mayer sits down with Cheryl to unpack the science behind gut and vaginal mic…

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Superaging with Eric Topol 42:42

3M ago42:42

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What if we stopped trying to cure disease and started preventing it instead? In this episode, Eric Topol, founder and director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and a cardiologist, scientist, and author, joins a16z general partner Vijay Pande to unpack the future of aging, prevention, and precision health—as explored in Eric's new boo…

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Supplementary Material 29: Sensemaking Evolved Relationship Constellations, Woke Lucifer, and Cancerous Outrage 37:07

3M ago37:07

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We enter the ontological in-between to try and spin up our paradigms to understand the next stage in relationship technology, the horrific damage of modern medicine, how Lucifer connects with wokeness, and the joys of bonding over outgroup hate. This one is a doozy... Supplementary Material 28 00:00 Introduction - On Dogs and Dough 04:37 Next Requi…

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