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Two PhDs on a Pod is where cutting-edge science meets real-world health. Hosted by Momo Vuyisich, PhD (Founding CSO of Viome) and Guru Banavar, PhD (Founding CTO of Viome), the podcast explores the intersection of biology, artificial intelligence, and personalized nutrition. Together, they break down the complex science behind how our bodies actually work—and what that means for living longer, healthier lives. Momo, a systems biologist, has focused on the biochemistry of the human body and the trillions of microbes that live within us. Guru, an AI and data science expert, develops computational systems that make sense of massive biological datasets. Together, they bring two complementary perspectives required to understand and translate the complexity of human biology and how it impacts health. Each episode will explain in simple terms the dynamic biology that makes each of us unique, and provide practical advice on how to apply these insights in daily life.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 27m
How Your Oral Health Affects Your Heart, Brain, and Overall Health
Everyone knows the Zuckerberg who built Facebook. But some know his father, Dr. Ed Zuckerberg, a dentist and technologist who joins hosts Momo Vuyisich and Guru Banavar to explore a different network: the one linking your mouth to your whole body. Learn how oral bacteria may influence the brain, heart, and metabolism, why microbial activity matters more than presence, and how saliva testing could reshape preventive care.
- 3 weeks ago1h 34m
Why We Need to Rethink How We Treat Chronic Disease
In this episode, Momo and Guru talk with Dr. Jeff Bland, a pioneer in functional medicine, who discusses the systemic approach to health, the importance of understanding root causes, and how personalized medicine is transforming healthcare. Learn how systems biology and innovative diagnostics are shaping the future of medicine.
- Aug 13, 20261h 11m
What the Most Measured Human Can Teach Us About Health
Dr. Michael Snyder of Stanford may be the most measured person in the world. He joins hosts Momo Vuyisich, PhD and Guru Banavar, PhD to explore what deep, continuous data reveals about our health — how he predicted his own diabetes, why microbial activity beats a list of microbes, how wearables can flag trouble before symptoms, and what a future of at-home measurement could look like. Plus food, hormones, and the science behind the latest health headlines.
- Jul 29, 20261h 9m
Gut Health PRO
Your gastroenterologist can spot a polyp, but what about the bloating, pain, and irregularity that fill most GI visits? Hosts Momo Vuyisich and Guru Banavar talk with gastroenterologist Dr. Michael Bass about Viome's Gut Health Pro: why measuring microbial activity (not just which bacteria are present) reveals what's actually driving symptoms, how food modulates the gut, and what the science says about treating the root cause instead of guessing.
- Jul 17, 20261h 5m
The Future of Medicine is AI
Entrepreneur and investor Vinod Khosla (co-founder of Sun Microsystems, founder of Khosla Ventures) joins Momo and Guru to explore how AI is reshaping medicine. Learn why expert medical knowledge is now nearly free, how daily engagement drives preventive health, why many supplement studies mislead, how AI reads molecular and microbiome data at scale, and what regulation and reimbursement must change. A candid look at personalized, preventive, and longevity medicine. Hosted by Momo Vuyisich, PhD and Guru Banavar, PhD.
- Jul 1, 20261h 38m
Preventative Lifestyle Medicine
In this episode, Momo and Guru welcome Dr. Dawn Mussallem, who shares her inspiring journey from heart transplant patient to leading preventive medicine advocate, and her passion for health and longevity. Together, they explore cutting-edge diagnostics, personalized nutrition, and celebrate the power of resilience.Find out more about Viome and Viome Life Sciences at https://www.viome.com/ and https://www.viomelifesciences.com/ Health Practitioners who would like more information on Gut Health Pro, Oral Health Pro, and Precision Health Pro, please visit www.viomepro.com
- Jun 17, 20261h 8m
Translating Microbiome Science to Precision Nutrition
Guru, Momo, along with Viome Precision Nutrition Scientists Janelle and Grant, explore the fascinating world of personalized nutrition, microbiome science, and how Viome's innovative testing and AI-driven recommendations can transform health and wellness. Discover how complex molecular data translates into practical dietary advice tailored to your unique biology.
- Jun 4, 20261h 18m
Gas Production!
Join Momo and Guru as they explore the fascinating world of gut microbiome, gas production, and their impact on health with experts Dr. Eric Patridge and Dr. Matthew Molusky. Learn how bioinformatics, molecular science, and personalized nutrition converge to reveal insights into gut health and disease prevention.
About Two PhDs on a Pod
Two PhDs on a Pod is where cutting-edge science meets real-world health. Hosted by Momo Vuyisich, PhD (Founding CSO of Viome) and Guru Banavar, PhD (Founding CTO of Viome), the podcast explores the intersection of biology, artificial intelligence, and personalized nutrition. Together, they break down the complex science behind how our bodies actually work—and what that means for living longer, healthier lives. Momo, a systems biologist, has focused on the biochemistry of the human body and the trillions of microbes that live within us. Guru, an AI and data science expert, develops computational systems that make sense of massive biological datasets. Together, they bring two complementary perspectives required to understand and translate the complexity of human biology and how it impacts health. Each episode will explain in simple terms the dynamic biology that makes each of us unique, and provide practical advice on how to apply these insights in daily life.
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