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From New York Times bestselling author and journalist Michael Easter comes a twice-weekly deep dive into the science of living better by doing things the hard way. Building on the insights of his #1 Substack and acclaimed books, Easter balances rigorous evidence with a healthy dose of skepticism to cut through the noise of the modern wellness industry. Whether he’s interviewing elite explorers and Harvard biologists or deconstructing the truth about longevity and metabolic health, this isn't a show for "biohacking" perfectionists—it’s a grounded, often humorous guide for real people looking to build resilience and agency in an increasingly comfortable world. From ancient wisdom to cutting-edge research, listen to Two Percent to discover why the antidote to modern malaise is often found in the challenges we’ve been taught to avoid.
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- 3 days ago55 min
#47: Lessons from Singlehandedly Fighting Off a Terrorist Attack | Christian Craighead
Michael speaks with Christian Craighead, a former SAS soldier and author of One Man In, about the afternoon he singlehandedly fought off a major terror attack in Nairobi and what it teaches about acting while afraid, leading people, and being ready before anything happens. They discuss: Preview Entering a terror attack with no backup How a hard childhood shaped Christian's resolve Why the top Special Forces operators look like accountants Christian's moves against the terror attack Why danger brings intense focus How to lead in a crisis The importance of clear instructions Adapting and maintaining momentum under pressure Taking responsibility in ordinary life This episode includes descriptions of childhood abuse, terrorism, injury and death. Get Christian's book, One Man In: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/One-Man-In/Christian-Craighead/9781982177331 Find Christian: https://theministryofdefence.com/pages/about Download MacroFactor in the Apple or Google app store. Get 14 days free with code TWOPCT. Visit Two Percent, the #1 health and wellness Substack newsletter: https://www.twopct.com Host: Michael EasterExecutive Producer: Robbie HiserMusic: The Heater ManagerGraphics: Jackie Philips Follow Michael:https://twitter.com/Michael_Easterhttps://instagram.com/michael_easter/https://linkedin.com/in/michael-easter-b208848/https://www.facebook.com/twopcthttps://tiktok.com/@michael_easter6
- 5 days ago1h 1m
#46: How to Learn Faster and Remember More | Jim Kwik
Michael speaks with Jim Kwik, brain coach and author of the new book Limitless Daily, about how to learn faster, remember more, and use AI to get smarter instead of dumber. They discuss: Cold open Jim's early learning struggles The question that changed Jim's approach to learning Problems with school systems and tech use Using AI to get smarter, not dumber with the BUILD framework Memory, boredom, and why you need room to think Improving reading speed and comprehension Choosing what is worth learning Daily practice and morning habits Rapid fire: brain supplements and cognitive performance Books and Limitless Daily Get Jim's book, Limitless Daily: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/761666/limitless-daily-by-jim-kwik/ Find Jim: https://jimkwik.com Download MacroFactor in the Apple or Google app store. Get 14 days free with code TWOPCT. Visit Two Percent, the #1 health and wellness Substack newsletter: https://www.twopct.com Host: Michael EasterExecutive Producer: Robbie HiserMusic: The Heater ManagerGraphics: Jackie Philips Follow Michael:https://twitter.com/Michael_Easterhttps://instagram.com/michael_easter/https://linkedin.com/in/michael-easter-b208848/https://www.facebook.com/twopcthttps://tiktok.com/@michael_easter6
- 1 weeks ago55 min
Inside the North Tower on 9/11 | Chief Joseph Pfeifer
Michael speaks with FDNY Chief Joseph Pfeifer, who led the first fire units into the North Tower on 9/11 and later gave the order to evacuate the towers. Chief Pfeifer later served as the FDNY Chief of Counterterrorism and Emergency preparedness, is a Senior Fellow at Harvard’s Kennedy School, and wrote Ordinary Heroes, which examines what 9/11 taught him about crisis leadership, resilience, and the ordinary acts of heroism. They discuss: - Watching American Airlines flight 11 hit the North Tower - Leading firefighters into the North Tower - Critical decisions and lessons from inside the towers when the second plane hit - The 60-second decision to order evacuation - The ordinary acts of heroism that saved lives - Lessons in resilience from 9/11 - Leading the Ground Zero recovery efforts - The three rules of crisis leadership - Four stages of resilience after a crisis - Looming threats and how to prepare for them And more … This episode includes detailed discussion of the September 11 attacks, death, and trauma. Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Will Mayo. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago56 min
Trauma Does Not Define Who You Are | Elizabeth Smart
Michael sits down with Elizabeth Smart, who was abducted at 14, survived nine months of captivity, and spent the decades after building her own path to recovery. She is the Founder of the Elizabeth Smart foundation and host of The Survivor Files with Elizabeth Smart, a true-crime podcast where she speaks with survivors of violent crimes about healing. Michael and Elizabeth discuss: - Elizabeth’s 2002 kidnapping - Surprising facts about her kidnapping and discovery - The psychological research behind downward comparison - The untraditional support that helped her move forward - Why healing from trauma does not follow one path - Why bodybuilding became Elizabeth’s passion - Why exercise can improve mental health and trauma recovery - Why doing what scares you can lead to massive gains - Elizabeth’s work with survivors of violence - Putting survivors at the center of true crime - The strength people discover under pressure And more … This episode includes detailed discussion of child abduction, sexual violence, and trauma. Go deeper: How To Be More Resilient Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Will Mayo. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 3m
Avoiding Anxiety Makes It Stronger | John Delony
John Delony argues that anxiety can be a signal, and avoiding the thing behind it often makes the alarm louder. Michael sits down with Delony, host of The Dr. John Delony Show and author of Building a Non-Anxious Life. They discuss: - The most common relationship problems he hears (from thousands of calls) - The most profound call he ever received - The downsides of formalizing mental health - What anxiety can be a useful signal (and how to read it) - Why anxiety is so high in a world that’s the safest it’s ever been - Lessons from John’s dad, a hostage negotiator and detective - How John thinks about religion and science coexisting - What John has learned from his boss, Dave Ramsey - Why avoidance makes fear and anxiety stronger - The three parts of real expertise - Why admitting you were wrong builds trust - Why couples need hobbies apart from each other - Why strong relationships are never a 50/50 split between tasks And more … This episode includes discussion of suicidal thoughts and addiction. Go deeper: The 6 Rules of a Tougher Mindset Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Joey Fischground. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 weeks ago1h 0m
A Trial Lawyer's Rules for Hard Conversations | Jefferson Fisher
Michael sits down with trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher, author of The Next Conversation, on why hard conversations are some of the most uncomfortable things we do and how to do them better. They discuss: - The hardest conversation Jefferson has ever had - Exactly what to do before having a hard conversation - Why you shouldn’t try to win arguments (and what to do instead) - Why your breath should be your first word - A key to progress: stop over-apologizing - The five-second rule of silence - Why brevity wins: say it in three sentences - Boundaries: lead with the no - When someone's grieving, just do the thing - Why no is a complete sentence And more … Go deeper: Do Hard Things Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Will Mayo. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 weeks ago55 min
Should You Take Peptides? A Doctor's Evidence-Based Answer | Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum
Michael speaks with physician and competitive powerlifter Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum about what peptides are, why they suddenly seem to promise everything, and what the human evidence actually shows. They discuss: Why GLP-1s normalized injections What counts as a peptide drug Why BPC-157 lacks human trial data What sham surgery research suggests about peptides and pain Peptide sources—the good, bad, and ugly Whether Dr. Feigenbaum would prescribe peptides to patients Which peptides may survive the hype The future of peptides and new laws around peptides And more … Go deeper: The 5 Supplements I Take Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Will Mayo. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 weeks ago45 min
A Navy SEAL's Case for Being Humble and Obsessed | Eric Frohardt
Michael speaks with Eric Frohardt about his twelve years on SEAL Team 6 as a sniper and assaulter—and what you can learn from it. They discuss: - How to stay calm under pressure (lessons from sniper training) - Why farm kids outlast the fittest gym athletes in SEAL training - Mindset lessons from war - The ridiculous bet that started a SEAL career - Watching 9/11 from a deployment in Guam - Rebuilding after losing your identity - Why adversity is a gift and more … Go deeper: Misogi Guide: Updated Two Percent is hosted by Michael Easter. Today's episode was produced by Joey Fischground, Robbie Hiser, Dana Brawer and Julia Nutter. From Kaleidoscope, our executive producers are Mangesh Hattikudur and Kate Osborn and Julia Nutter. From iHeart, our executive producers are Katrina Norvell and Nikki Ettore. Our Head of Video is Maria Paz Mendez Hodes. Our editor is Will Mayo. Our theme music is by the Heater Manager. GET A FREE GUIDE TO EXAMPLES OF MISOGI at twopct.com I share similar insights around health and wellness on Substack. Follow Michael: Instagram · X · LinkedIn · Facebook · TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
About Two Percent with Michael Easter
From New York Times bestselling author and journalist Michael Easter comes a twice-weekly deep dive into the science of living better by doing things the hard way. Building on the insights of his #1 Substack and acclaimed books, Easter balances rigorous evidence with a healthy dose of skepticism to cut through the noise of the modern wellness industry. Whether he’s interviewing elite explorers and Harvard biologists or deconstructing the truth about longevity and metabolic health, this isn't a show for "biohacking" perfectionists—it’s a grounded, often humorous guide for real people looking to build resilience and agency in an increasingly comfortable world. From ancient wisdom to cutting-edge research, listen to Two Percent to discover why the antidote to modern malaise is often found in the challenges we’ve been taught to avoid.
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