Best Physicalperformance Podcasts (2025)

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Julien Pineau: Q Training, Sprinting, and Improving Your Mental Game with Exercise 1:31:22

3y ago1:31:22

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Julien Pineau unloads his knowledge on improving your mental performance through physical exercise, Q Training, movement, and sprinting. Who is Julien Pineau? Julien Pineau is a Humanist, Movement Specialist, and Founder of StrongFit, an intellectual and physical gym that has transcended the actual workout into an education. It’s a culture and a tr…

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Del Jolly: The Frontline of Decriminalizing Psychedelics 1:00:27

3y ago1:00:27

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Del Jolly of Unlimited Sciences discusses the first real-world Psilocybin study. We talk about about the movement in psychedelics. Del was the outreach director for the Decriminalize Denver campaign, which passed a historical initiative to decriminalize psilocybin in the city of Denver. Who is Del Jolly? Del Jolly is the co-founder of Unlimited Sci…

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Josh Trent: Psychedelics, Trauma, and the Power of Breathwork 1:08:15

3y ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Josh Trent of Wellness Wisdom joins the show for a thrilling conversation on trauma, breathwork, and plant medicine. Josh comes through with some of the deep personal experiences he had growing up, and how recognition of those experiences with plant medicine helped him with his relationships and to develop himself as a father. Who is Josh Trent? Jo…

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Dave Siever: Optimize The Brain with Audio - Visual Entrainment 1:09:55

3y ago1:09:55

1:09:55

Dave Siever joins the show to talk about audio visual entrainment. We delve deep into audio visual entrainment, its history, the scientific studies behind it, the typical use cases, clinical applications, and of course Dave's history. Who is Dave Siever? Dave Siever, C.E.T., graduated from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) in 1978…

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Richard Aceves: Movement Ayahuasca 1:01:03

3y ago1:01:03

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Richard Aceves (@rarebarracuda) is a pioneer and innovator in the world of movement. Richard is a firm believer in movement as a modality to express what an individual wants in the world. Richard and I talk about movement as a way to alleviate anxiety, why neural output is a key component of exercise, and how to create an Ayahuasca experience with …

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James Hewitt: Frameworks, Quantification, and Achieving Sustainable High Performance 1:15:48

4y ago1:15:48

1:15:48

James has dedicated his career to enabling people to perform at their best, through sharing novel data and cutting edge insights. In this episode, James provides a myriad of tactics for taking your productivity to the next level. Who is James Hewitt? James Hewitt is a performance scientist and award-winning communicator. He has dedicated his career…

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Nikolina Lauc: Are Glycans the Future of Biological Age Testing? 56:46

4y ago56:46

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Are Glycans the future of Biological Age Testing? Nina Lauc, the cofounder of GlycanAge, joins the podcast for a round 2 on Glycans. We delve into the utility of biological age testing, what affects glycans, and how we can use glycans to help predict our future health Who is Nikolina Lauc? Nikolina is a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of sev…

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Elliot Roe: The Performance Secret Behind Poker Champions 48:15

4y ago48:15

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The world's leading Hypnotherapist for High Performers, Elliot Roe joins the to talk about hypnotherapy as a solution for anxiety and trauma throughout life. Elliot shares his experiences with his own fear of flying, healing childhood trauma, and supporting World Series of Poker Champions. Who is Elliot Roe? Elliot Roe is a leading expert in Mindse…

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Decoding the Potential, Utility and Misinformation in Epigenetics with Dr. Lucia Aronica 43:54

4y ago43:54

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A complete breakdown of epigenetics and biological age with Dr. Lucia Aronica, the lecturer at the Stanford Prevention Research Center. Dr. Aronica shares her comprehensive knowledge on genetic testing and the utility of it, and why a lot of those genetics tests out there aren't worth it. Who is Dr. Lucia Aronica? Dr. Lucia Aronica, Ph.D., is Lectu…

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Predicting The Future: What Can You Learn from Testing Glycans? with Gordan Lauc 48:10

4y ago48:10

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Dr. Gordon Lauc is the world’s leading glycan researcher. In this podcast, Boomer sits down with Dr. Lauc to understand the function of glycans, how glycan testing is currently being used, why glycans are not mainstream and how they may serve as an indicator of future incidences. Are glycans the future of predictive testing? Check it out in this ep…

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Water: Everything You Needed and Never Wanted to Know with Robert Slovak 1:20:20

4y ago1:20:20

1:20:20

World leading water researcher Robert Slovak joins me on the show to talk about the things you have to know about the water we all drink. Who is Robert Slovak? Robert Slovak devoted himself to the science of water after life-altering experiences. He took his astronautical and mechanical engineering degrees and decided to pursue the research of reve…

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From Building to Biochemistry: Solving World Problems and Ozone with Ian Mitchell 1:04:17

4y ago1:04:17

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Ian Mitchell is one smart dude. I'm happy to call him a friend. This podcast covers a wide range of topics from the use of Carbon 60 (C60) in hair loss to Ozone for gut health. Ian is constantly innovating, inventing, and drawing on a lattice of knowledge. Who is Ian Mitchell? Ian is a leading researcher of Carbon60 and holds many new patents in th…

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Opening The Kimono 1:16:13

4y ago1:16:13

1:16:13

When discussing what to do for Episode 200, Roy suggested he ask a series of questions which he wouldn't share with me ahead of time. This episode was unscripted (at least from my side). Roy contacted a few close friends and sourced a number of questions. The result is a fun conversation about the podcast, perfectionism, psychedelics, and much more…

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Negotiation: From Board Room To Bedroom with David Johnson 1:16:45

4y ago1:16:45

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David Johnson teaches negotiation at Stanford Law School. We discuss multi-million dollar deals, navigating crucial personal conversations, and the top tips for being a better negotiator. Who is David Johnson? David Johnson has been teaching Negotiation at SLS annually since 2006, in conjunction with his full-time practice of law in Silicon Valley …

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The Ketogenic Diet, Fasting for Women, and Menopause with Dr. Mindy Pelz 1:14:42

4+ y ago1:14:42

1:14:42

Bestselling author and women's health expert, Dr. Mindy Pelz joins the podcast today. Women's health is a topic that, I admit, is covered rarely on this podcast. Dr. Pelz joins me for a fascinating conversation on the ketogenic diet for women, fasting for women, and how to thrive in menopause. Who is Dr. Mindy Pelz? Dr. Mindy’s career started 26 ye…

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Behind The Scenes: Getting Down and Dirty in the Supplement Industry 1:30:13

4+ y ago1:30:13

1:30:13

The World’s Greatest Formulator, Shawn Wells joins the show to shed light on the dark sides of the supplement industry. I ask Shawn to share his top tips on selecting supplements so you guys don't need to waste your money anymore. Shawn talks about his personal experience with things like chronic fatigue syndrome, Epstein-Barr, fibromyalgia, depres…

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Life in The NFL, Opiates, and Cannabis with Eben Britton 1:22:54

4+ y ago1:22:54

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Former NFL Offensive Tackle Eben Britton speaks openly the NFL, opiates, and how cannabis saved him. After 6-years as a professional football player, Eben retired and became an advocate for responsible cannabis use. Who is Eben Britton? Eben Britton is a former American football offensive tackle who played six seasons in the National Football Leagu…

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Cannabis Genetics, Method Man, and the OG of Dispensaries with Len May 1:00:37

4+ y ago1:00:37

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This is a deep dive into all things cannabis with one of the pioneers of the industry, Len May. Len goes over the different implications of cannabinoids and the long history of humans and the cannabis plant. Len takes the time to walk me through my genetics and what the implications are for my future cannabis consumption. Who is Len May? Len May is…

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The NeurOptimal Approach to Neurofeedback with Dr. Val Brown 1:19:34

4+ y ago1:19:34

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Dr. Val Brown is the Founder of NeurOptimal. He is called the “trainer of neurofeedback trainers” and in this episode shares his background in the space. Dr. Brown covers his Five Phase Model of neurofeedback and how Neuroptimal actually uses their own Period Three Approach to track the data that goes to your central nervous system. Dr. Val explain…

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Kratom with Dr. Chris McCurdy 52:04

4+ y ago52:04

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Dr. Chris McCurdy is the international expert on Kratom. Dr. McCurdy and I discuss this "plant of controversy" in detail. Kratom almost became a schedule one substance in the United States. The work of Chris Bell, Dr. McCurdy and others prevented this. In the podcast, Dr. McCurdy and I delve into the long history of Kratom use in places like Southe…

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2020: The Wrap-up 1:16:03

4+ y ago1:16:03

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2020 was different than anticipated. It was a year full of great experiments and going down different rabbit holes. I share the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the show during 2020, my favorite books, and experiments. At the end of this episode, my lady stops by and talks about the impact that COVID had on our relationship, our different dietary…

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Jam Sessions: Holiday Edition 1:19:58

4+ y ago1:19:58

1:19:58

Coming to the end of the year no one expected. Was it all bad? Roy and I discuss our key takeaways for the year, the conversations which had most significant impact on us, my current experiments, favorite books, and much more in the widespaning random show. Highlights [5:07] Big learnings in the past 3 months [9:50] Keeping a solid relationship in …

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Defeating Depression: Removing Obstacles to High Performance with Angela Foster 55:29

4+ y ago55:29

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Angela Foster is a former corporate lawyer who battled and beat depression. Angela now serves as an Executive Health and Performance Coach. Angela opens up on depression and what it does to people, the way she beat it, and how that experience can be used by others in their struggles with depression Who is Angela Foster? Angela is a Nutritionist and…

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Parasites: The Bad and The Ugly with Wade Lightheart 1:08:09

4+ y ago1:08:09

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Round 2 with Bodybuilding Champion and BiOptmizers Co-Founder, Wade Lightheart. This one gets into a dirty topic, parasites. Wade talks of the downsides of biohacking: when a parasite almost took his eye. Wade's experience led him to create an all-natural parasite cleanse. In this epsiode, Wade Lightheart educates on how to avoid parasites and what…

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Baseline vs. Stress Response: How Noradrenaline, Lactate, and Training Influence Anxiety with Julien and Richard 1:40:49

4+ y ago1:40:49

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Julien Pineau and Ricahrd Aceves from StrongFit join the show to discuss nervous system regulation, the role of noradrenaline and lactate in the mind and the body, and movement as a tool for improving mental health. Who is Julien Pineau? Julien Pineau is a Humanist, Movement Specialist, and Founder of StrongFit, an intellectual and physical gym tha…

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Uncovering Truth: Where Are We in Genetics, Cannabis, and Traumatic Brain Injury with Tommy Wood 1:20:12

4+ y ago1:20:12

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Not one to shy away from controversy, Dr. Tommy Wood has worked with some of the highest performing athletes in the world. From Formula One to Ironmans, what are some of the key takeaways Tommy had on behavior change from that experience? You would be surprised at how little free time these people have. I also get the chance to pick Tommy's brain o…

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Is There Hope for Anxiety? with Dr. Joseph LeDoux 54:15

4+ y ago54:15

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Anxiety is fascinating and something I've dealt with my entire life. New York University Professor, Neuroscientist, and Bestselling Author Dr. Joseph LeDoux, explains why the amygdala may not be the fear center of the brain, anxiety vs. fear, and a three-part construction for how to deal with anxiety which differs from the traditional anti-anxiety …

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Nicotine with Dr. Neil Grunberg 1:12:32

4+ y ago1:12:32

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Nicotine is shrouded in controversy. Dr. Neil Grunberg has published >180 papers addressing behavioral medicine, stress, and leadership. Dr. Grunberg has received awards from the U.S. Surgeon General, CDC, FDA, American Psychological Association, NIH, Society of Behavioral Medicine, and USU. He has served as President of the USU Faculty Senate and …

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Muscle, Organ Meat, and Bodybuilding with Ashleigh VanHouten 1:03:00

4+ y ago1:03:00

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Skeptical on Organ Meat? Ashleigh and I talk about the dark sides of bodybuilding and the benefits of organ meats and the impact of the carnivore diet (including carnivore fasting). The Muscle Maven’s book “It Takes Guts” provides a great path to enjoying and incorporating organ meat into your diet. Who is Ashleigh VanHouten? Ashleigh is a health a…

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Is CO2 Tolerance the Answer? Deeper Explorations in Breath with Patrick McKeown 1:04:50

4+ y ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Patrick McKeown, bestselling author of The Oxygen Advantage joins for round 2 on everything you need to know about breath work. Patrick and I delve into CO2 tolerance, freediving, capnography, and the specific protocols for training. He talks about devices and technologies that can be used to track your breathing. Who is Patrick McKeown? Patrick’s …

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Virtual Vacation: Routines, Rest, and Randomness with Dasha Maximov and Mads Friis 1:38:40

4+ y ago1:38:40

1:38:40

I invited some of my closest friends, Dasha Maximov and Mads Friis, to join the show today. Dasha, Mads, and I play a game of drawing the question out of the hat amidst a fun conversation around biohacking, being happy, inner work, routines, and much more. Who is Dasha Maximov? Dasha Maximov, former-management consultant turned health explorer, fou…

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Jam Session Round 2 52:13

4+ y ago52:13

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Joined by the editor of this podcast, Roy Matz, we reflect on all of the things that happened in the past quarter. This is a wide-ranging reflection on: routines, new experiences, time management, best books and documentaries, and a lot more. Highlights [4:45] Freediving experience [12:15] New Morning Routines [22:11] The Three Iteration Process [2…

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Awareness, Recovery, and the Secrets to Movement Mastery with Josh Holland (Part 2) 56:29

4+ y ago56:29

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I rarely get a chance to speak with someone with as much experiential knowledge as Josh Holland. He's the personal trainer behind many top professionals worldwide! In part two of this conversation, Josh and I dive deeper in his 5 pillars, discuss the perks of having a balance between primal movement and high-intensity interval training, and blood f…

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Awareness, Recovery, and the Secrets to Movement Mastery with Josh Holland (Part 1) 1:09:59

4+ y ago1:09:59

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Josh Holland joins me for part one of a marathon interview on movement. Josh is an absolute cornucopia of information on all things health, so you will see this conversation is wide-ranging. Josh provides cutting edge tips on recovery, sleep, and why awareness is so important to movement. Who is Joshua J. Holland? Joshua J. Holland is a wealth of e…

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Beating Benzos: Kava and the Battle Against Anxiety with Cameron George 1:13:21

5y ago1:13:21

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Kava is shrouded in controversy, but is it warranted? Cameron George discovered the benefits of traditional Kava preparations during his battle with chronic illness as an alternative to benzodiazepines. Cameron spent years researching every aspect of Kava, its history, past issues, and benefits. This led to him founding TRU KAVA. Who is Cameron Geo…

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The Unspoken Reality of Anxiety with Dr. David Rabin 1:02:53

5y ago1:02:53

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Let's decode anxiety with board-certified psychiatrist and neuroscientist, Dr. David Rabin. Dr. Rabin eloquently explains why anxiety is something most feel, how gratitude helps interrupt anxiety, psychedelics, and why he created the Apollo. Who is Dr. David Rabin? Dr. David Rabin, MD, PhD, is a neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health …

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Methylene Blue: Part 2 with Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima 1:08:16

5y ago1:08:16

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Part 2 of the fascinating discussion with Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima on Cytochrome Oxidase and Methylene Blue. Part 1 was an introduction to Cytochrome Oxidase and the history of methylene blue. Part 2 is a deep dive into the benefits and current science behind Methylene Blue. Who is Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima? Francisco Gonzalez-Lima, Ph.D., is …

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Methylene Blue: Part 1 with Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima 49:03

5y ago49:03

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Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima is one of the world's leading neuroscientists and an expert in Cytochrome Oxidase. This is part one of a two part discussion. Dr. Gonzalez-Lima educates on the role of cytochrome oxidase and the history of methylene blue. Who is Dr. Francisco Gonzalez-Lima? Francisco Gonzalez-Lima, Ph.D., is a courtesy professor in the D…

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Blood Flow Restriction: The Key to Effectiveness and Efficiency in Training with Sten Stray-Gundersen 1:19:53

5y ago1:19:53

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Blood Flow Restriction training offers an asymmetric return on time invested in exercise. Sten Stray-Gundersen shares his experience training elite level athletes with Blood Flow Restriction insights on BFR contributes to minimum effective dose training. Who is Sten Stray-Gundersen? Sten Stray-Gundersen, M.S. is a graduate researcher in the Clinica…

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Hypoxia, Doping, and Blood Flow Restriction Training with Dr. James Stray-Gundersen 1:14:25

5y ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Tackling misinformation, live high / train low, blood doping, and blood flow restriction training with a world-renowned physiologist and physician and pioneer in sports medicine. Dr. Jim Stray-Gundersen shared his wealth of expertise is a diverse array of athletic performance fields. Who is Dr. James Stray-Gundersen? Jim Stray-Gundersen is a world-…

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Dealing with Insomnia: Sleep Solutions for Crisis Times with Greg Potter 1:11:46

5y ago1:11:46

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Our first conversation is one of the most downloaded episodes of the podcast! Greg Potter PhD returns for a discussion about the effects of COVID-19 on sleep, what to do about stress induced insomnia, formulas for behavior change leading to better sleep, and Resilient Nutrition. Who is Greg Potter, PhD? Greg Potter’s PhD work at the University of L…

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Finishing the World's Toughest Endurance Events: A Guide to Resilience with John Kelly 1:08:38

5y ago1:08:38

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John Kelly holds a spot in the Guinness World Book of Records, is a Chief Technology Officer, and is the 15th person to finish the Barkley Marathons. John shares stories on how he trained for the Montane Spine Race, surviving the Barkley, and how he still has time for family at the end of the day. Who is John Kelly? John Kelly is an ultrarunning da…

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Spiritual Journies, Bodybuilding Championships, and Optimizing Digestion with Wade Lightheart 1:12:54

5y ago1:12:54

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Wade Lightheart, Co-Founder of BiOptimizers, built a wealth of experience traveling the world. As a vegetarian bodybuilder, Wade competed in Mr. Universe and was a 3 time Canadian All-Natural bodybuilding champion. Wade shares his wisdom from a life traveling the world, dieting, and what led him to focus on digestion. Who is Wade Lightheart? 3-Time…

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Continuous Improvement, COVID, and Complex Systems with Mohammed Enayat 55:21

5y ago55:21

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Dr. Enayat talks about the resurgence of the COVID pandemic and how to systematically prepare for healthy immune response in case of infection. Dr. E, as he's affectionately known, shares his wealth of knowledge inpersonal medicine and indoctrinating new evidence-based approaches. Who is Dr. Mohammed Enayat? Dr. Mohammed Enayat is a general practit…

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Jam Sessions 1:05:21

5y ago1:05:21

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The Jam Session is an experimental format for the show. Roy Matz is the editor of the podcast and joins Boomer to discuss the first half of 2020. This is a wide-ranging reflection on: lockdown, routines, failed experiments, best books, and much more. Highlights [5:05] Lockdown [11:02] Falling in love with Amsterdam [18:11] Essentialism [21:30] Rout…

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Protecting the Asset: A Conversation on Essentialism with Gregory McKeown 1:16:48

5y ago1:16:48

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Have you felt overwhelm? Does perpetual distraction prevent you from doing your best work? Greg McKeown, author of the New York Times bestselling book Essentialism, discusses proven methods of selecting projects, protecting the asset, and how saying no leads to you being able to do your best work. Who is Gregory McKeown? Greg McKeown has dedicated …

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Sacred Hunting: Profound, Enlightening and Humbling Spiritual Rejuvenation with Mansal Denton 1:04:16

5y ago1:04:16

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Mansal Denton returns for round two. This episode explores sacred hunting and indigenous wisdom. Mansal talks about reharmonizing with nature, reclaiming our refined wildness, and the confluence of hunting and psychedelics. Who is Mansal Denton? Mansal Denton “Little Beaver” is the founder of Sacred Hunting, which introduces men to the transformati…

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Keto. Explained. with Dr. Dominic D'Agostino 1:22:56

5y ago1:22:56

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Dr. Dominic D’Agostino is a leading researcher into the therapeutic effects of the ketogenic diet. He is featured on Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss, Impact Theory, TED, and dozens of other top media outlets. This is a wide-spanning conversation on high fat diets, time-restricted feeding, fasting, and even nutrition psychotherapy. Who is Dr. Dominic D’Agost…

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Healing Your Gut, Performance Under Pressure, and the Breakfast of Champions with Ilana and Ingrid 1:17:08

5y ago1:17:08

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Ingrid De La O and Ilana Friedman are the Co-Founders of Tusol Wellness. Ingrid reveals her battle with Crohn’s disease, inflammation, and depression and the recipes and formulations that are now used into Tusol’s smoothies. Ilana shares her story on transitioning into the wellness world driven by her passion for agriculture and organic food sourci…

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Warrior Women: The Estrogen Advantage with Kristin Weitzel 1:08:56

5y ago1:08:56

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Exploring women's health with high-performance maven Kristin Weitzel. Kristin talks about exercising around the menstrual cycle and making the most out of the estrogen spike in the body. Kristin shares her workout plans, nutrition recommendations, and her passion for stress resilience through breathwork. Who is Kristin Weitzel? Kristin is a health …

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