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by Max Lugavere
Science-first wellness podcast that is equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and longevity. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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- 6 days ago1h 17m
581: The Brutal Truth About Modern Dating and Why Everyone Has the Ick | Jared Fried
If you are easily offended, skip this episode! Jared Fried is a stand-up comedian, host of the JTrain Podcast, co-host of U Up?, and author of the new book Walking Red Flag, a hilarious and surprisingly honest look at modern dating, relationships, and why finding love has never felt more complicated. This episode is proudly sponsored by:Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity—get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.Hollow Socks are compression socks made of breathable alpaca fiber and provide genuinely comfortable compression. I’ve been wearing them on flights and after workouts, and for a limited time they’re doing a Buy 2, Get 2 Free sale at HollowSocks.com.
- 1 weeks ago1h 14m
580: The Best Foods to Fight Weight Gain and Disease (Top Nutrition Scientist Explains!) | Ty Beal, PhD
Ty Beal, PhD, a nutrition researcher, host of the Ty Beal Show podcast, and leading expert in nutrient density, returns to reveal the healthiest foods humans can eat, the simple label trick that exposes ultra-processed junk, and why so much conventional nutrition guidance has gotten real food so wrong.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure—a purified form of urolithin A, which studies suggest may provide powerful mitochondrial support for energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/max for up to 39% off of mitopure gummies.JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!
- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
579: Fat Loss Gets Easier When You Understand This | Angelo Keely
Angelo Keely joins Max for a deep dive into sustainable fat loss, emotional eating, protein, muscle preservation, and the simple habits that helped him lose 25 pounds. This episode is proudly sponsored by:Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essential amino acids for muscle growth and more. Save 20% by going to getkion.com/geniuslife.Hollow Socks are compression socks made of breathable alpaca fiber and provide genuinely comfortable compression. I’ve been wearing them on flights and after workouts, and for a limited time they’re doing a Buy 2, Get 2 Free sale at HollowSocks.com.
- 3 weeks ago1h 1m
578: Why Oversharing Is Actually Good For You and Your Relationships | Leslie John, PhD
Leslie John is a behavioral scientist and professor at Harvard Business School who joins Max to discuss the surprising science-backed benefits of oversharing, emotional vulnerability, self-deprecating humor and human connection.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX to check out their mattress and bedding sale.
- 3 weeks ago1h 5m
577: How to Stay Calm in a World Designed to Overstimulate You | Sam Yo
Buddhist monk turned Peloton instructor Sam Yo joins Max to discuss overstimulation, doomscrolling, mindfulness, movement as meditation, and his new book A Monk’s Mindset — exploring how to cultivate calm, clarity, and presence in a world designed to hijack your attention.This episode is proudly sponsored by:LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.
- 4 weeks ago1h 6m
576: The Mysterious Health Benefits of Ice Cream, and Why Wellness Culture May Be Overthinking Health | Ezekiel Emanuel, MD
In this wide-ranging and occasionally provocative conversation, physician and public health expert Ezekiel J. Emanuel joins Max to discuss friendship, longevity, ultra-processed foods, protein, seed oils, red meat, and the surprisingly controversial idea that ice cream might actually have health benefits.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.
- May 13, 20261h 6m
575: How to Stop Overthinking, Become More Resilient, and Thrive in Chaos | Simone Stolzoff
Simone Stolzoff is a journalist, author, and workplace expert who joins Max to discuss his new book How to Not Know and why learning to tolerate uncertainty may be one of the most important skills for mental health, resilience, creativity, and success in the modern world.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavereWatch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/filmThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I’ve ever used—breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!
- May 11, 20261h 9m
574: This 2-Minute Habit May Calm Anxiety Faster Than Meditation | Jessica Ortner
In this episode, Max sits down with Jessica Ortner—bestselling author of Rewired and co-creator of The Tapping Solution—to rigorously explore the science, skepticism, and real-world applications of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as “tapping,” and its potential effects on stress, anxiety, chronic pain, cravings, trauma, and nervous system regulation.This episode is proudly sponsored by:AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free welcome kit including flavor sampler, AGZ sleep, vitamin D+K2 with your first subscription. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity—get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!
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Science-first wellness podcast that is equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and longevity. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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