The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

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How Dogs Are Going to Make You Live Longer: Rapamycin & Longevity – Matt Kaeberlein : 1145 Mar 19, 2024

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How can we make our furry best friends live longer, healthier lives?

A true pioneer in this field, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, is here to unpack this important subject while highlighting the crossover between human and canine longevity. You read that right; this episode isn't just for dog lovers—it's a deep dive into longevity for humans, too.

Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, who's the CEO of Optispan and a key figure in the Dog Aging Project, brings a wealth of knowledge from his distinguished career in aging and healthspan research. He's an Affiliate Professor at the University of Washington and a notable figure in gerontology, recognized by organizations like the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Gerontological Society of America.

Matt's work is groundbreaking, demonstrated in over 250 scientific papers on aging, numerous prestigious awards, and he's even a Fellow of several aging associations. He's on a mission to unlock the secrets of aging, not just in humans, but in our four-legged companions as well.

We explore the accuracy of measuring age with telomeres versus epigenetics and get into the nitty-gritty of diet's impact on longevity for both dogs and humans, reminding us it's not just about living longer, but living well.

Matt explains the impressive trial results on rapamycin for reducing age-related inflammation, a breakthrough that's not just exciting for us but also for our pets. Finally, we touch on how AI is revolutionizing our approach to understanding and extending our healthspan.

For those who want to get more involved, check out dogagingproject.org. It's not every day you meet someone who's made such significant strides in understanding aging across species. So whether you're a pet parent or just passionate about extending your own health span, this episode is for you.

(00:01:31) Dogs Are the Bridge Between Lab Studies & Human Longevity

(00:11:09) Exploring the Impact of Diet on Longevity

(00:18:50) How Our Unique Biology Impacts Aging

(00:26:33) Exploring How Size & Diet Impact Health Across Species

(00:37:55) Fighting Age-Related Inflammation with Rapamycin

(00:56:40) AI Interventions for Longevity Testing

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Where Quantum Science Meets Spirituality – Jewels Arnes : 1144 Mar 15, 2024

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I’m excited to welcome back Jewels Arnes, an author, ascension coach, and the founder of BioQuantum Skincare Technology. Jewels has more than 30 years of experience in energy medicine and intensive consciousness work.

In today’s episode, Jewels explains scalar waves, ORMUS, and the quantum level. She shares how these concepts all contribute to her BioQuantum Skincare line and the intention she poured into the products. We also talk about how and why Jewels moved away from psychedelics and regular meditation, and how she tunes into frequencies without them.

Plus, we get into the spiritual ego, how to master your triggers, the frequency of DMT, and Jewels’ role as an ascension coach. Unlike my analytical brain, Jewels sees the world through frequencies, so this was a fun conversation with fresh perspectives.

(00:01:13) Dave’s Experience with ORMUS

(00:06:59) Dangers of the Spiritual Ego

(00:15:02) The Sphere of Spirituality & Science

(00:18:11) How To Tune Into Frequencies

(00:23:34) Cultivating Awareness of Our Triggers

(00:27:57) Creating Products with Intention

(00:32:22) What Is ORMUS?

(00:38:43) Operating at the Quantum Level

(00:49:22) The Frequency of DMT

(00:55:23) Unboxing the BioQuantum Product Line

(00:56:39) What Is Ascension Coaching?

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Beyond the Veil: Ego, AI & Wisdom – Teal Swan : 1143 Mar 14, 2024

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What is the role of Ego? Is AI going to kill us? Is there hope for the future of our species?

These are just a few of the big questions you’ll tackle in today’s enlightening and esoteric episode. I’m joined by Teal Swan, a thought leader, bestselling author, and international speaker who is on a mission to reduce human suffering. After a challenging upbringing, Teal emerged with a unique ability to talk about psychology, shadow work, and the nature of our world.

Teal shares the unusual and special way she sees the world. We talk about her ESP powers, how to identify a narcissist, and her favorite dimensions. We also get into the divine masculine vs. the divine feminine, the nature of ego, and how to build trust in the world and others.

(00:01:37) Finding Forgiveness in Betrayal

(00:11:34) Teal’s Take on Artificial Intelligence

(00:14:43) Teal Swan’s ESP Powers

(00:23:22) Exploring Intention in Art

(00:25:47) Upgrading Human Software & Hardware

(00:27:48) How Teal Functions in the “Real” World

(00:32:39) Trusting in the World

(00:35:19) What’s the Nature of Ego?

(00:39:14) Discovering Different Dimensions

(00:42:46) Divine Feminine vs. Divine Masculine

(00:52:31) Is There Hope for the Future of Our Species?

(00:53:58) What Is a Synchronization Workshop?

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The Science of Supper: Transform Your Health Through Family Meals – Shawn Stevenson : 1142 Mar 12, 2024

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Today’s guest is none other than Shawn Stevenson. If you’re not already familiar with Shawn’s work, he’s the author of the USA Today National bestseller Eat Smarter, the international bestselling book Sleep Smarter, and the creator of the widely popular health podcast, The Model Health Show.

Shawn is one of those guys who embodies peace and calm, after an impressively transformative journey stemming from a background of health challenges at least as severe as mine. After recovering, he became a researcher and nutritionist experienced in biology and nutritional science.

We dive into a crucial element of biohacking I am always keen to highlight—friendship, or in this case, community.

Based on research from Shawn’s latest book, Eat Smarter Family Cookbook, we talk about his current mission on the path to wellness: creating a culture of wellness around the dinner table, how communal meals impact our health and longevity, and filling the void of connection we all so desperately need these days.

Shawn shares insights from his own family’s dinner table, his tips for implementing family meals into your weekly routine, and the encouraging science and data behind how it supports physical and spiritual nourishment, nervous system regulation, stress management, and more.

If you like this episode, I encourage you to go pick out a good cut of meat and cook food for someone you care about—or simply do anything that's an act of service that nourishes another human being. Here’s to cultivating strong relationships, imbuing our food with love, and honoring the act of nourishing ourselves and our families.

(00:01:16) Cultivating Peace & Presence Through Nervous System Regulation

(00:10:00) Cultural Connections to Health, Longevity & Childhood Obesity

(00:25:20) Family Dinners for Nourishment, Mindfulness & Building Stronger Bonds

(00:43:45) Kids in the Kitchen: Fostering Enjoyment, Skill & Service in Cooking

(00:59:48) Heart Meditations, Trauma Healing & the Science of Emotional Exchange

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Why Your Own Mind Is Holding You Back – Peter Crone : 1141 Mar 07, 2024

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Today’s guest has the coolest title I’ve ever heard—mind architect.

Peter Crone is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, mind-body wellness coach, and life transformation expert. He’s worked with everyone from athletes, to actors, to billionaire CEOs, to everyday people trying to do their best. Peter helps people achieve spiritual freedom, mental peace, and physical vitality, which all align with biohacking in a big way.

In this episode, we dig deep into the limiting beliefs that shape our behavior and relationships. We talk about discerning between reality and the stories we tell ourselves. Peter gives advice on overcoming perfectionism, strengthening your intuition, and recognizing your innate value. We also explore how to reframe language, the value of curiosity, and how to harness losses into learnings that unlock your greatest potential. It’s a fascinating conversation.

You can hear more from Peter at the upcoming Biohacking Conference. Get your tickets at biohackingconference.com.

(00:03:33) Where Biohacking Meets Energy Work

(00:06:28) Accessing a Spiritual State Without Drugs

(00:11:04) Recovering From Perfectionism

(00:19:14) Reality vs. the Stories We Tell Ourselves

(00:29:42) Healing Wounds From Birth

(00:38:31) Why Fear Is the Enemy of Health

(00:43:18) How To Train & Strengthen Intuition

(00:56:01) Recognizing Your Innate Value

(01:03:30) How Can We Learn From Our Elders?

(01:06:19) Peter’s Freedom Program

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No Grain, No Pain: Why Removing Gluten is Key to Improving Your Health – Dr. Peter Osborne : 1140 Mar 05, 2024

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Today, we're diving into a topic that's on everyone's mind, but often misunderstood: gluten. Joining the show on this gluten-decoding mission is none other than Dr. Peter Osborne, aka the Gluten-Free Warrior. Dr. Osborne is a powerhouse of knowledge in nutritional health, particularly regarding gluten sensitivity and food allergies.

As the founder of Gluten Free Society, the author of the bestseller, No Grain No Pain, and the host of the Glutenology MasterClass Series, he's at the forefront of functional medicine, helping countless individuals combat chronic and autoimmune diseases.

His insights are crucial for anyone navigating the complexities of a gluten-free life.

In this episode, we explain why gluten isn’t good for anyone—even if you don’t have symptoms or a diagnosed celiac problem. As a foundation, we lay out the differences between gluten sensitivity and celiac disease, covering the surprising connections between dairy, gluten allergies, and mold.

Dr. Osborne also highlights why common gluten-free substitutes like corn, oats, and rice aren't the safe havens we wish we were. You’ll hear about the nefarious ways Big Food is keeping our country sick and how to start taking charge of your own health in simple, free ways.

Dr. Osborne shares his recommended diet, the rule of thirds, and how to effectively shift your eating habits. He recognizes the frustration and struggle many people face in finding effective professional help, and shares his tips for spearheading your own healing while collaborating with competent professionals.

This episode isn't just about gluten; it's a deep dive into understanding your body, your diet, and how to collaborate with your doctor to find the health solutions that work for you.

(00:01:48) Why We Should All Be Gluten Free

(00:11:46) Big Food’s Role in Our Declining Health

(00:28:31) When to Enjoy (and Avoid) Sugar, Soybeans & High Oxalate Foods

(00:42:39) Change Your Diet & Biohack Your Way to Better Health

(01:00:15) How To Respectfully Advocate for Your Own Health

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Akashic Records 101: The Simple Spiritual Practice You Haven’t Heard of…Yet – Laura Coe : 1139 Feb 29, 2024

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Today we’re talking about something a little different—the “weird,” esoteric, metaphysical stuff. I’m joined by Laura Coe, who was a successful healthcare tech entrepreneur before selling her company and returning to her passion for philosophy. She is now an author, certified life coach, and Akashic Records reader.

Never heard of the Akashic Records? Laura explains exactly what they are, and how they can help you understand yourself on a deeper level to find more joy, peace, and prosperity in your life. We explore the big questions… Who can access the Records? How do you know if they’re even real?

Then, we get into the nitty gritty… How do you learn to read them? What can you ask and not ask? Can they help you sell your house or make more money?

Laura and I also talk about how to tap into your intuition as an entrepreneur, the stigmas against spirituality, and why more of us than we think probably have psychic gifts. If you’re skeptical of this stuff, I’m going to ask you to suspend your disbelief and listen with an open mind. Laura’s perspective will give you a lot to think about. Why not give it a try?

(00:03:47) What Are The Akashic Records?

(00:13:15) The Akashic Records as a Grid of Interconnection

(00:18:47) Validating The Akashic Records for Skeptics

(00:23:37) Coming Out As Spiritual

(00:26:53) How Long Does It Take To Learn The Akashic Records?

(00:29:42) The Craziest Questions People Ask

(00:32:39) Listening to Your Inner Knowing

(00:38:01) What Can’t You Ask The Akashic Records?

(00:41:55) Sentences That Open the Records

(00:47:22) Healing Yourself Through Healing Others

(00:48:54) Can It Help You Sell Your House?

(00:56:11) Taking the “Woo Woo” out of The Akashic Records

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How a Celebrity Trainer Rose to Success – Jason Walsh : 1138 Feb 27, 2024

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Today I’m talking with one of the most sought-after celebrity trainers on the planet. Jason Walsh has trained stars like Matt Damon, Miles Teller, Brie Larson, and Bradley Cooper for some of the most physically demanding roles of their careers.

He’s also the founder of Rise Nation, a global fitness studio powered by the VersaClimber, where you train like an athlete.

On today’s episode, we talk about how Jason rose to success as a celebrity trainer. He shares the moments that defined his life and career, plus his advice for anyone who wants to get started in the fitness industry. We also go deep on the painful parts of entrepreneurship—unpacking the betrayals and heartbreaks we’ve both experienced as founders.

We explore ways to train your brain and your body for resiliency, and how to redefine forgiveness as an energetic shift. We also talk about Jason’s new protein company, Rise 311. Plus, his take on why you don’t need to train for an hour a day to get results.

(00:02:06) How Jason Became a Celebrity Trainer

(00:22:22) The Rewards of Being Disciplined

(00:25:40) How to Rise in Your Fitness Career

(00:33:52) Building Rise Nation Step by Step

(00:40:13) The War Against Small Businesses

(00:42:47) Heartbreaks & Betrayals in Business

(00:48:23) Train Your Brain to Reframe Trauma

(00:53:47) Redefining Forgiveness

(01:00:33) The Rise of Rise 311

(01:02:32) Finding Joy & Resilience

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Website: rise-nation.com

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Instagram: @risenation

Jason’s Instagram: @risemovement

TikTok: @climbrisenation

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Beat Sugar: The Glucose Goddess Method – Jessie Inchauspé : 1137 Feb 22, 2024

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Blood sugar management as a biohack captures attention for its innovative approach to health. Today's guest, Jessie Inchauspé, stands out as an expert in guiding practical glucose management, smarter nutritional choices, and unveiling the intricate relationship between diet, blood sugar levels, and overall well-being. Behind the popular Instagram account @GlucoseGoddess, Jessie educates millions on groundbreaking food habits and has achieved notable success as a French biochemist and New York Times bestselling author, with over a million copies sold of her works, "Glucose Revolution" and "The Glucose Goddess Method," in 40 languages.

Her unique combination of mathematics and biochemistry expertise opens up the secrets of blood sugar and its significant impact on physical and mental health. The conversation zeroes in on Jessie's mission to make complex science accessible through simple, transformative tips.

Topics include her groundbreaking research, The Glucose Method study, the launch of her Anti-Spike supplement, and her signature four hacks for glucose management after consuming carbs. The dialogue also covers the benefits of real versus fake sugar, the underlying causes of insulin resistance and diabetes, and how blood sugar spikes influence aging.

This episode unveils Jessie's remarkable discoveries and biohacks for glucose management, which are crucial for fertility, PCOS, and understanding the health impacts of lifestyle choices like alcohol and nicotine. Jessie's practical insights offer a path to enjoying favored foods with minimal bodily impact, appealing to both biohacking aficionados and those embarking on a health journey.

(00:02:28) Understanding Glucose’s Role in Our Health

(00:14:27) Enjoying Carbs Without Negative Side Effects

(00:23:27) The Real Cause of Insulin Resistance & Diabetes

(00:34:23) Addressing Alcohol, Nicotine & The French Paradox

(00:54:22) The Glucose Goddess Method Study

(01:05:47) Glucose Management for Fertility, PCOS & PMS Cravings

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Variable Resistance: The Ultimate Muscle Hack – Dr. John Jaquish : 1136 Feb 20, 2024

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Today we're talking about testosterone replacement and unpacking the novel concepts of progressive overload and variable resistance training—both methods to gain, and keep, muscle mass in your body without living in the gym.

I’m joined by strength expert, entrepreneur, past guest of the show, and PhD, John Jaquish. John has spent years researching and developing improved approaches to health. Inventor of X3, a technology that is proven to develop muscle much faster than conventional weight lifting with the lowest risk of joint injury, Dr. Jaquish’s methods are used in training the world's most elite athletes as well as Olympians.

Aligning with the most basic tenet of biohacking, if you can achieve all of your physical or athletic goals in half the time of your competitors, why not explore the option? John is as gracious as he is informed in this one, detailing the benefits of variable resistance training and indulging me in a super deep dive into diet and nutrition experimentation, testosterone replacement therapy, and efficient muscle growth.

You’ll learn what he eats every day to look as good as he does. You’ll get repetition-count-specific recommendations on ultra-quick workout routines. And you’ll learn the very surprising amount of carbohydrates I ingest every single day (a number that will shock many of you).

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(00:02:39) Masterclass on Efficient Muscle Building

(00:16:43) How are Shaolin Monks & Gymnasts So Strong?

(00:23:46) Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)

(00:38:40) How Protein Impacts Muscle Growth

(00:47:55) Breakthrough Personal Research on Carbohydrates

(00:58:31) Weight Lifting is a Waste of Time

Resources

Dave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books

Website: jaquishbiomedical.com