LEVELS – A Whole New Level

Latest Episodes:

#172 - The async work culture at WordPress: Using an internal blogging system | Matt Mullenweg & Sam Corcos Sep 21, 2022

Show notes

At WordPress, the team strives to be as async as possible. They use their own platform as a valuable, searchable tool in their remote-first culture. Here’s a look into how Matt Mullenweg manages and communicates with his async team in this conversation with Sam Corcos.

Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🔗 Helpful links:

Transcript: https://www.levelshealth.com/podcasts/172-the-async-work-culture-at-wordpress-using-an-internal-blogging-system-matt-mullenweg-sam-corcos

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#171 - Increase energy levels, decrease cravings, & improve blood sugar stability with Brigid Titgemeier Sep 19, 2022

Show notes

Here’s a look into how a plan of easy, low-glycemic meals can improve your blood sugar in just 10 days, which will also help increase energy levels and decrease cravings. Numerous other advantages include increased focus, better sleep, a healthier liver, improved fertility, and many more. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/hK_SXDvNc2U

Transcript: https://www.levelshealth.com/podcasts/171-increase-energy-levels-decrease-cravings-improve-blood-sugar-stability-with-brigid-titgemeier

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Join the Blood Sugar Reset waitlist: https://beingbrigid.ck.page/november2022bsr-levels-awnl

📲 Connect:

Connect with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkelleychew

Connect with Brigid Titgemeier on Instagram: https://instagram.com/beingbrigid

Connect with Brigid on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beingbrigid

#170 - Unlock your superfans & they’ll grow your brand for you | Airbnb's Dorothy Kilroy & Ben Grynol Sep 15, 2022

Show notes

How can your superfans help you grow your brand organically? In this episode, Airbnb’s Global Director of Community Dorothy Kilroy discusses with Ben Grynol how superfans can support you by listening to and asking the correct questions, providing excellent services, and building a platform that values them. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🔗 Helpful links:

Transcript: https://www.levelshealth.com/podcasts/170-unlock-your-superfans-theyll-grow-your-brand-for-you-airbnbs-dorothy-kilroy-ben-grynol

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#169 - Women's health: How hormones impact our daily lives | Dr. Trevor Cates & Dr. Lauren Kelly-Chew Sep 13, 2022

Show notes

Hormones, which are essential to women’s health, have an impact on our daily lives. Hormonal imbalances can cause a variety of issues, including fatigue, weight gain, and menstrual problems. Hormones also help us regulate metabolism, stress, sleep, and blood sugar. Listen as Dr. Trevor Cates and Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew discuss women’s health, hormonal imbalances, stress management, and skin health. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Dr. Trevor Cates and Levels’ Dr. Lauren Kelly-Chew discuss:

(3:21) — How Dr. Cates started her personal journey and interest in hormonal health

(08:11) Realizing the connection between hormonal imbalances and health issues

(15:36) — The four pillars that help you get back to your body’s natural rhythms

(21:48) — Choosing better food and better products to reset hormonal imbalance

(27:20) — Timeline for recovery from hormonal imbalances

(30:55) — Getting to the root of issues instead of just suppressing symptoms

(33:00) — Be the CEO of your own health

(35:28) — Birth control pills are not the be-all, end-all for hormonal health

(43:21) — Clean, natural skincare and the makings of the Spa Dr. skincare line

(48:25) — Be in charge of your recovery towards hormonal health

Transcript

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkelleychew

#168 - Why building an effective culture is crucial for an ASYNC company | Rachel Sanders & Michael Mizrahi Sep 12, 2022

Show notes

For a company to work effectively in an async environment, you need to consider several factors, such as processes, documentation, and communication tools. In this episode, Rachel Sanders, CEO of Rootine, explains why it is important to promote a positive work environment and create boundaries in her conversation with Michael ‘Miz’ Mizrahi. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#167 - PCOS 101 (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome): Unique symptoms & metabolic health | Doc Talk w/ Dr. Azure Grant Sep 08, 2022

Show notes

PCOS, commonly known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a condition with multiple epigenetic components and a number of symptoms to look out for, including irregular menstruation and excessive hair growth. Learn how to treat PCOS naturally with diet and lifestyle changes in this Doc Talk with Levels Research Design Lead Dr. Azure Grant and Cissy Hu. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Azure Grant & Cissy Hu discuss:

(02:21) – What is PCOS?

(03:14) – What are the signs and symptoms of PCOS?

(05:11) – What are the criteria for a PCOS diagnosis?

(06:36) – The impact of delayed diagnosis

(11:40) – Can diet help PCOS symptoms?

(12:38) – Don’t just rely on food

(13:51) – What are phytonutrients?

(14:46) – How intermittent fasting can help PCOS symptoms

(18:37) – Characterizing glucose phenotypes

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/gs4nhuaRv-8

How continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can help with infertility and PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/how-continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm-can-help-with-infertility-and-pcos/

How a CGM helped Abby O’Connor find a diet that eased her PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/how-a-cgm-helped-abby-oconnor-find-a-diet-that-eased-her-pcos/

Edie Horstman uses a CGM to help make better food choices while living with PCOS: https://levelshealth.com/blog/edie-horstman-uses-a-cgm-to-help-make-better-food-choices-while-living-with-pcos/

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#166 - All about women’s health, menstruation, & metabolic health | Doc Talk with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew Sep 05, 2022

Show notes

How do women’s health and the menstrual cycle link to metabolic health? This understudied population gets a deep dive in this episode of Doc Talk with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew, our Head of Clinical Product. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew & Jackie Tsontakis discuss:

(04:46) – The menstrual cycle goes beyond menstruation

(07:19) – The lack of research on the menstrual cycle

(12:04) – The connection between hormones and insulin sensitivity

(14:50) – Testosterone and the female body

(17:05) – Listen to your body

(18:05) – How to satisfy cravings in a healthy way

(23:12) – Hormone fluctuations are normal

(28:41) – It’s okay if keto doesn’t work for you

(32:43) – Keto wasn’t designed for women

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drkelleychew

#165 - The creative process in a remote & async environment: Deep work, Loom, pair design, & presentations | Ben Grynol & Alan McLean Sep 01, 2022

Show notes

How does the creative process happen in a remote-first and async work environment? Design and creativity move from in-person, collaborative whiteboards and sticky notes to the use of Loom and other documentation tools in an asynchronous environment. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 WhatBen Grynol and Alan McLean discuss:

(09:46) – More exploration time

(11:46) – The importance of subconscious design work

(14:09) – Help people give good feedback

(18:14) – Async evens the playing field

(24:19) – The value of Loom

(28:25) – You need interaction

(36:40) – Document and discuss

(41:21) – Critique is essential

(47:34) – Async isn’t for everyone

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

#164 - Startup product managers: Ownership, communication, & leadership | Patrick Malatack & Maz Brumand Aug 29, 2022

Show notes

A Product Manager’s goals are advocating for the needs of the client and the team. Here’s a look into what the Product Manager role in tech startups looks like in terms of ownership, leadership, and communication in this conversation between Patrick Malatack & Maz Brumand. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Patrick Malatack & Levels’Maz Brumand discuss:

(06:07) – Help your team be successful

(07:43) – Advocate for the needs of the customer

(11:45) – Don’t give employees responsibilities they don’t own

(14:43) – You shouldn’t need committees

(24:00) – Use your own product

(28:29) – Cut bad features

(31:09) – Be efficient with your time

(34:39) – The difference between stress and pressure

(38:55) – Communicate the company’s goals

(41:54) – Let people call you out

Transcripts & Show Notes

🔗 Helpful links:

Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/2y7e_ZoQPZ4

Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1

📲 Connect:

Connect with Patrick Malatack on Twitter: https://twitter.com/patrickmalatack

Connect with Patrick on Instagram: https://instagram.com/patrickmalatack

#163 - Startup org design at 50+: Leadership, objectives, coordination, & evals | Aaron Dignan & Sam Corcos Aug 25, 2022

Show notes

When overseeing a startup, a CEO needs a well-functioning organizational design. This helps evaluate the performance of the team, make sure functions are coordinating and executing efficiently, and communicate and set objectives. In this conversation, bestselling author of Brave New Work, Aaron Dignan, talks with Levels CEO, Sam Corcos.Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

🎙 What Aaron Dignan & Levels’Sam Corcos discuss:

(17:29) – Don’t turn performance management into a binary

(21:21) – Commitments and outcomes

(22:10) – Performance is a team sport

(37:10) – Create a culture of constraint

(42:59) – Don’t micromanage

(51:27) – The hierarchy of work

(56:16) – The power to object

(01:05:08) – Find the right role

(01:06:45) – The power of mixed roles

Transcripts & Show Notes