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Youâve probably heard of HIITâbut have you heard of âREHIT?â This isnât just another workout trend...itâs a new science-backed way to train with maximum efficiency and zero wasted time. If youâre still jogging, youâre wasting hours for minimal results.
In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Dave Asprey sits down with Ulrich Dempfle, German-trained engineer and co-founder of CAROL Bike, to dismantle outdated cardio advice and introduce the 5-minute protocol thatâs obliterating fitness myths.
Forget the treadmill grind. REHIT (Reduced Exertion High-Intensity Training) exercising delivers:
⢠12% VOâ max increase
⢠6x the fitness gains of daily jogging
⢠62% drop in diabetes risk
⢠5x more BDNF for brain power
âall with just 8 minutes of effort per week.
But was it? Ulrich unpacks the hard data, crushes the Zone 2 obsession, and shows how a brand-new way of exercising is giving explosive resultsâno matter your age or fitness level.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why Zone 2 cardio is outdated advice for most people
⢠The science of REHIT and how 2 sprints beat 2-hour workouts
⢠The shocking data on VOâ max, insulin sensitivity, and lifespan
⢠How CAROL uses AI to personalize exercise for any age or ability
⢠Why most people fail at fitnessâand how to fix it
⢠The real role of lactate, BDNF, and HRV in recovery and resilience
⢠How perimenopausal women benefit more from REHIT than HIIT or jogging
⢠Why adherenceânot intensityâis the #1 predictor of results
⢠What to do when youâre traveling or donât have access to the tech
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠CAROL Bike Website and use code âDAVEâ for a discount â https://carolbike.com/
⢠CAROL Bike Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecarolbike/?hl=en
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 Introduction to REHIT Training
⢠00:24 Meet Ulrich Dempfle: The Mind Behind CAROL Bike
⢠00:51 The Science and Benefits of REHIT
⢠01:44 Comparing Traditional Cardio to REHIT
⢠02:32 Dave Aspreyâs Personal Fitness Journey
⢠03:43 The Efficiency of REHIT Training
⢠05:03 Practical Applications and Accessibility of REHIT
⢠08:22 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions
⢠11:25 The Future of Fitness: REHIT and Beyond
⢠18:29 Scientific Validation and Real-World Results
⢠31:53 Clinical Trials and Tech Integration
⢠32:06 Upgrade Labs and CAROL Bike
⢠33:00 Mitochondrial Effectiveness and Insulin Sensitivity
⢠36:05 Zone Two Training vs. High-Intensity Training
⢠42:02 REHIT for Perimenopausal Women
⢠48:18 AI and Personalized Exercise
⢠57:52 Lactate and Exercise Benefits
⢠01:01:48 Interval Walking Training
⢠01:04:01 Conclusion and Future Insights
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Your bloodwork looks normal. Your doctor says youâre fine. But you still feel exhausted, inflamed, anxiousâor worse.
In this episode, Dave Asprey talks with Dr. Daniel Pompa, a leading voice in cellular detox and root-cause healing, to expose the hidden stressors hijacking your energy, hormones, and metabolismâeven when your labs say youâre healthy.
Dr. Pompa shares his personal health collapse and reveals how cellular dysfunction, neurotoxicity, and hormone resistance drive the chronic fatigue epidemic. If youâve ever felt dismissed by âperfectâ bloodwork, this conversation will rewire how you think about sicknessâand show you how to reclaim real, lasting wellness.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why your bloodwork can be âperfectâ while your cells are on fire
⢠The overlooked hormone resistances sabotaging your energy and metabolism
⢠The 3-legged stool of chronic illnessâand what actually drives disease
⢠What âupstream detoxâ really means, and why most cleanses make you worse
⢠Why toxins trigger genetic expression (and how to shut that down)
⢠How to fix unexplainable fatigue, anxiety, and weight gain from the inside out
⢠Why true healing starts with fixing the cell, not the symptom
Itâs time to stop chasing symptomsâand start upgrading from the root.
**Check out Dr. Pompas EXCLUSIVE protocol built for The Human Upgrade listeners at davetestkit.com and use code â10OFFâ for a discount!**
SPONSORS
-Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order.
-Our Place | Head to https://fromourplace.com/ and use the code DAVE for 10% off your order.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Dr. Pompaâs Website â https://drpompa.com/
⢠Dr. Pompaâs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drpompa/?hl=en
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 Trailer
⢠00:55 Intro
⢠01:10 Healthy Is the New Sick
⢠02:27 Bloodwork & Hormone Resistance
⢠04:32 Dr. Pompaâs Health Collapse
⢠08:38 Toxins & Environmental Triggers
⢠15:01 Why Most Detox Fails
⢠29:16 The 5 Rs of Cellular Healing
⢠37:06 Olive Oil: Cure or Concern?
⢠38:11 Fat Balance for Energy
⢠42:13 Cholesterol & Saturated Fat
⢠46:26 Restoring Cellular Energy
⢠51:08 The Power of Diet Variation
⢠56:57 Plant Toxins Explained
⢠01:03:28 Emotional & Spiritual Detox
⢠01:13:55 Final Thoughts
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Most people run from stress. The worldâs highest performers run toward it.
SĂŠbastien Page manages over $500 billion in global assets. Heâs the CIO of one of the worldâs largest investment firms, and he wrote The Psychology of Leadership while living under relentless pressure. His secret? He doesnât avoid stressâhe uses it as a tool for performance, clarity, and control.
But hereâs the twist: this isnât just about boardrooms or billion-dollar trades.
Whether youâre running a company, chasing a deadline, or just trying to stop procrastinating on your goalsâthis conversation will flip what you think you know about pressure, performance, and productivity.
Youâll learn why trying to ârelax your way to successâ doesnât workâand how to harness discomfort to create better decisions, higher output, and more resilience in every part of life.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠The psychology of stress and why zero stress leads to burnout
⢠How procrastination can boost creative performance
⢠What astronauts, athletes, and leaders have in common
⢠Why the key to better decisions is strategic patience, not speed
⢠The stress-performance curve no one taught you in school
⢠Why losing is the real path to mastery (and what Roger Federer can teach you)
⢠The difference between being nice vs. being kindâand why it matters
It's time to start turning stress into strategy.
SPONSORS
-fatty15 | Go to https://fatty15.com/dave and save an extra $15 when you subscribe with code DAVE.
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Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠SĂŠbastienâs New Book âThe Psychology of Leadership â https://www.psychologyofleadership.net/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 Intro
⢠02:00 Book Launch & Setup
⢠02:45 Buy or Sell? Market Insights
⢠03:20 Stress and Performance
⢠04:28 Sports Psychology Breakdown
⢠09:48 Federer & the Power of Losing
⢠26:42 Rethinking Feedback
⢠31:32 Stress as a Tool
⢠44:10 Listening as Leadership
⢠44:17 Traits of Great Leaders
⢠44:54 Psychology for Entrepreneurs
⢠45:37 Leading Beyond Work
⢠46:09 Sleep Tracking Anxiety
⢠47:39 Channeling Stress
⢠49:04 Extreme Pressure Moments
⢠50:42 The Corporate Athlete
⢠59:08 Vulnerability & Leadership
⢠01:05:23 Goal-Induced Blindness
⢠01:12:34 Finding Meaning at Work
⢠01:18:08 Leadership at Home
⢠01:20:27 Final Takeaways
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Your DNA, health data, and digital identity are encrypted, monetized, and weaponized against you.
But what if there was a way to take it back⌠and hack the system?
In this mind-expanding episode, Dave sits down with two elite hacker-foundersâMichael Tiffany, CEO of Fulcra.ai, and Vishakh, founder of Monadic DNAâto explore a radical shift in the way we store, protect, and use our most personal data.
Together, they break down the Web3 tech stack powering this revolution. Enter Nillion, a distributed, privacy-preserving compute network that allows you to share and analyze your encrypted data⌠without ever giving it away.
From genomic privacy to AI sovereignty, this episode exposes the hidden architecture of controlâand how to escape it. Youâll learn how cutting-edge blockchain and cryptography are rewriting the rules of ownership, consent, and even identity itself.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why your DNA is already in government databasesâand how long they keep it
⢠How Nillion enables secure computation on private data
⢠What it means to build a âcybernetic operating systemâ for your body
⢠Why Fulcra.ai is building the orchestration layer of human optimization
⢠How Monadic DNA helps you profit from your geneticsâwithout giving them away
⢠Why owning your data is the next frontier of biohacking
⢠The surprising connection between decentralization, health freedom, and consciousness
⢠How to join the movement toward true data sovereignty
If youâve ever felt like youâre giving away too much to big tech, big pharma, or just the internet itselfâthis conversation will change how you see your data⌠and your body.
**Join the Fulca sleep study today! Visit https://fulcra.ai/sleep to sign up**
**Get a 30% discount on Fulca with code âDAVEâ!
SPONSORS
-IGNITON | Go to https://www.biohackingconference.com/ and get your tickets while there are still great discounts available. Learn more at https://igniton.com/.
-Calroy | Head to https://calroy.com/dave for an exclusive discount.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Fulcra Dynamics Website â https://www.fulcradynamics.com/
⢠MonadicDNA Website: https://monadicdna.com/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠02:01 â Intro
⢠02:26 â Data Privacy & AI: The Big Shift
⢠03:21 â Meet Michael Tiffany
⢠04:41 â Cybernetic Operating Systems
⢠05:13 â Wearables & Personal Augmentation
⢠08:21 â Meet Vishakh: DNA Privacy Mission
⢠09:25 â Why Genetic Data Needs Protection
⢠11:30 â New Tech: Encryption & Privacy Tools
⢠16:13 â How Multi-Party Compute Works
⢠41:58 â Emergence: Behavior & Systems
⢠49:11 â Meditation & Mental Reprogramming
⢠50:20 â Distributed Computing & Biology
⢠56:15 â Environment Shapes Potential
⢠57:57 â Empowering Individuals at Scale
⢠01:00:31 â Biohacking Meets Inner Awareness
⢠01:04:01 â The Dark Side of DIY Mind Hacks
⢠01:06:09 â Future of Biohacking & Community
⢠01:12:28 â Integrating Genetic & Life Data
⢠01:20:39 â Why We Started Biohacking
⢠01:25:01 â Favorite Current Biohacks
⢠01:31:41 â Final Thoughts & Resources
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If your brain feels foggy, your mood swings like a pendulum, or your cravings seem to control youâthis episode will flip what you think you know about your body and your mind. Because what if your thoughts⌠arenât really yours?
In this mind-altering episode of The Human Upgrade, Dr. Steven Gundry reveals a startling new theory: your gut microbiome might be controlling your thoughts. From addiction and depression to obesity and inflammation, the microbes living in your gutâbacteria, fungi, viruses, even parasitesâmay be pulling the strings on your brain chemistry, mood, and behavior.
Dave Asprey and Dr. Gundry dive deep into The Gut-Brain Paradox, exposing how the gut-brain axis operates more like a microbial command center than a digestive system. Youâll learn why probiotic pills rarely work, how the wrong microbes can drive compulsive behavior, and how toxic foods, glyphosate, and antibiotics have turned our guts into neurological war zones.
Most shocking of all? Microbes may not just influence addictionâthey may cause it.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠How your gut microbiome can hijack your brain and influence your thoughts and behavior
⢠Why certain microbes may actually cause addiction, obesity, and depression
⢠How antibiotics, glyphosate, and processed foods are turning your gut into a desert
⢠How to rebuild your gut ecosystem using postbiotics, fermented foods, and precision inputs
⢠Why food cravings might be microbial mind controlâand what to do about it
⢠What the latest science reveals about the gut-brain axis, neurotransmitters, and neuroinflammation
Sponsors:
-Sunlighten | Go to https://www.sunlighten.com/dave/ and enter code DAVE at checkout to save up to $1,400.
-Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Dr. Gundryâs Instagram â https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/?hl=en
⢠Dr. Gundryâs Website: https://drgundry.com/
⢠Dr. Gundryâs New Book The Gut-Brain Paradox: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-gut-brain-paradox-steven-r-gundry-md/1146019686?ean=9780062911803
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠02:01 â Intro
⢠03:55 â The Gut-Brain Connection
⢠04:45 â Microbiome Communication and Control
⢠08:19 â The Role of Fungi and Plants
⢠11:29 â Microbiome Diversity and Health
⢠19:05 â Addictive Microbiome and Behavior
⢠28:17 â Antibiotics and Gut Health
⢠30:49 â Listener Concerns and Gut Health
⢠31:02 â Whale Watching and Climate Change
⢠32:58 â Understanding SIBO and Bacterial Migration
⢠34:02 â The Role of Soluble Fiber and Fermented Foods
⢠36:12 â Complexity of Gut Microbiome
⢠36:49 â Restoring Ecosystems and Gut Health
⢠38:23 â Precision Microbiome Manipulation
⢠41:31 â Calcium Formation and Gut Bacteria
⢠43:56 â Oxalates vs. Lectins Debate
⢠46:04 â Whole Foods and Glyphosate Concerns
⢠51:47 â Dopamine Levels and Gut Health
⢠54:59 â Conclusion and Book Promotion
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If your hair is thinning, shedding, or simply not what it used to beâand nothing seems to workâthis episode is for you. Because what if the story youâve been told about balding⌠is wrong?
For decades, hair loss has felt like fate: genetic, inevitable, untouchable. But science is catching up to something deeperâsomething root-level. What if the real culprit behind age-related hair loss is cellular dysfunction? And what if we could change that?
In this episode, Dave Asprey uncovers the cellular biology of hair thinning with longevity researcher Carolina Reis Oliveira. Youâll learn how senescent cells (aka zombie cells) hijack your scalp, disrupt follicle function, and silently accelerate hair lossâand how a breakthrough peptide might stop it cold.
Carolina reveals brand-new clinical research on OS-01, a molecule shown to increase hair density by 40% in just 6 months. But this isnât a product pitchâitâs a paradigm shift. Together, they explore the hidden drivers of hair aging, from hormone shifts and stress cascades to microbiome imbalances and inflammation, plus the real science behind what can actually regrow hair.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠How âzombie cellsâ (senescent cells) sabotage your hair from the inside out
⢠The science behind the OS-01 peptide and how it reverses visible hair thinning
⢠Why thinning hair isnât just geneticâand what else is driving it
⢠How stress, hormones, and aging collide to trigger follicle dysfunction
⢠What your scalp microbiome has to do with regrowth and hair density
⢠How to stack red light, peptides, and topicals for real, measurable results
***Visit oneskin.co/DAVE and use code DAVE for and additional 15% off.***
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠OneSkin Instagram â https://www.instagram.com/oneskin.co/
⢠OneSkin Website: https://www.oneskin.co/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠01:52 â Intro
⢠02:59 â Is Aging Optional for Your Scalp?
⢠04:03 â Understanding Scalp and Hair Aging
⢠05:06 â The Role of Senescent Cells in Hair Loss
⢠07:25 â Hormonal Influences on Hair Health
⢠16:10 â Peptide Solutions for Hair Thinning
⢠18:05 â Clinical Studies and Results
⢠20:29 â Future of Hair Loss Treatments
⢠30:16 â Nutritional and Lifestyle Factors
⢠36:40 â Addressing Senescent Cells and Hair Growth
⢠37:29 â Minoxidil: Oral vs. Topical Use
⢠39:32 â Personal Experience with Hair Products
⢠40:25 â Combining Therapies for Hair Growth
⢠46:06 â Nutritional Factors in Hair Health
⢠52:20 â Sun Exposure and Hair Health
⢠56:40 â Coffee and Hair Growth
⢠01:00:01 â Launching the New Hair Product
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What if you could rewrite the code of your personalityâon command? Not just cope with anxiety, overthinking, or social exhaustion⌠but delete the traits holding you back and install better ones?
This episode challenges everything youâve been told about identity. Dave dives deep into the science of personality change to reveal why your habits, moods, triggers, and even sense of self arenât fixedâtheyâre fluid. And more importantly: theyâre up for grabs.
Joining him is award-winning journalist from The Atlantic, Olga Khazan, author of Me, But Better, who spent years hacking her own mindâtransforming high neuroticism, social avoidance, and chronic self-criticism into calm, confidence, and connection. Her personal experiment in identity rewiring became a roadmap for anyone who wants to feel different⌠and live differently.
Youâll uncover the hidden mechanisms behind neuroticism, reactivity, and emotional spiralsâand how to override them with real-time upgrades.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why your personality is a programâand how to recode it
⢠What daily behaviors scientifically rewire anxiety, anger, and reactivity
⢠The surprising link between identity, inflammation, and your gut
⢠Why gratitude isnât softâitâs neurological jiu-jitsu
⢠How to know if itâs your biology or your story running the show
⢠Whether pills, psychedelics, or sleep do more to shift who you are
⢠What to do when your inner critic wonât shut up
⢠And how to stop being the person you never meant to become
SPONSORS
-LMNT | Free LMNT Sample Pack with any drink mix purchase by going to https://drinklmnt.com/DAVE.
-Leela Quantum Tech | Head to https://leelaq.com/DAVE for 10% off.
Resources:
⢠Olgaâs New Book â Me, But Better: https://www.amazon.com/Me-But-Better-Science-Personality/dp/1668012545
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Olga's Instagram â https://www.instagram.com/olganator/?hl=en
⢠Olgaâs Website: https://olgakhazan.com/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠0:00 â Trailer
⢠1:52 â Intro
⢠2:16 â Personality Changes and Neuroticism
⢠5:38 â Postpartum Personality Shifts
⢠10:21 â Gratitude and Cultural Beliefs
⢠18:13 â Anger Management and Empathy
⢠32:58 â Personality Traits and Boundaries
⢠35:46 â The Importance of Strong Boundaries
⢠36:07 â Personality Change as Self-Improvement
⢠37:22 â The Role of Medication in Personality Change
⢠39:18 â Brain-Body Connection and Mental Health
⢠43:26 â Impact of Sleep and Nutrition on Personality
⢠44:23 â Nicotine and Other Substances
⢠45:41 â Therapy and Personality Change
⢠46:43 â Changing Personality Through Behavior
⢠1:01:25 â The Role of Relationships in Personality Development
⢠1:04:49 â Challenges and Methods in Personality Change
⢠1:08:38 â The Power of Improv in Personality Change
⢠1:10:17 â Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Your brain isnât brokenâitâs underpowered.
Energy crashes, poor sleep, brain fog, and emotional reactivity donât just happen. Youâre running on low voltage, and your mind pays the price.
In this episode, Dave sits down with Dr. Patrick Porter, founder of BrainTap, to reveal how to reprogram your brain using light, sound, and guided visualizationâno substances, no side effects, no BS.
Dr. Porter breaks down how to activate gamma brainwaves, repair trauma loops, access psychedelic-like states, and boost cognitive performance by 19% in just six weeks.
Youâll learn why most brains burn out decades too soonâand how to charge yours back up.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠How to flood your brain with energy and wake it up
⢠The light and sound protocol that mimics psychedelicsâsafely
⢠What gamma brainwaves unlockâand how to generate them on demand
⢠Why your default mode network traps you in stress and distraction
⢠The BrainTap protocol that improved cognition by 19% in 6 weeks
⢠A real-life transformation story that rewrote one womanâs fate
⢠The link between sleep, trauma, brain states, and performance
⢠How to build a brain that performs like itâs decades younger
This episode gives you a playbook to reclaim your focus, deepen your rest, and experience the full range of human consciousnessâwithout touching a drug.
Turn your brain on. Then turn it up.
SPONSORS
-STEMREGEN | Head to https://www.stemregen.co/dave for 20% off your first order.
-BON CHARGE | Go to https://boncharge.com and use code DAVE for 15% off.
Resources:
⢠Biohacking Conference 2025 (May 28th-30th in Austin): https://biohackingconference.com/2025 (use code BRAINTAP to save 30% on General Admission and Virtual Tickets)
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠BrainTap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braintaptech/?hl=en
⢠BrainTap Website: https://braintap.com/
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠00:35 â Intro
⢠00:50 â Meet Dr. Patrick K. Porter and BrainTap
⢠01:28 â The Science Behind Light and Sound Therapy
⢠03:38 â Quantum Biology and Frequency Medicine
⢠04:32 â Enhancing Cognition with Sound and Light
⢠06:19 â Biohacking Conference Highlights
⢠08:07 â Transformative Stories and BrainTap Benefits
⢠17:54 â The Role of Gamma Waves and Psychedelics
⢠26:55 â Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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You think youâre helping your kid. You clear the path. You smooth the bumps. You make sure they never feel too sad, too bored, too uncomfortable.
It feels like love.
But what if itâs making them weak?
In this episode, Dave Asprey sits down with bestselling author, TED speaker, and resilience expert Jennifer Cohen to reveal how todayâs parenting norms are quietly producing the most anxious, dependent, and emotionally fragile generation in historyâGen Z.
Whether youâre raising kids, managing young employees, or trying to understand the next generationâyouâll walk away from this episode with a new lens on resilience, responsibility, and real-world readiness.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why Gen Z struggles with anxiety, confidence, and failure
⢠How smartphones, safe spaces, and overparenting weaken resilience
⢠The science behind boredom, chores, and grit-building discomfort
⢠Why participation trophies are doing real psychological harm
⢠The bold parenting shifts that build strong, adaptable adults
⢠How to model strengthâeven when itâs unpopular
⢠The simple framework to raise kids who can thrive, not just survive
If you want to raise strong kidsâor work with a generation thatâs strugglingâthis episode is a must-listen. Itâs not just about parenting. Itâs about the future. And it starts with getting uncomfortable.
SPONSORS
-Quantum Upgrade | Go to https://quantumupgrade.io/Dave for a free trial.
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Resources:
⢠A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Even (4/12): https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Jenniferâs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjencohen/
⢠Jenniferâs Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBuPgI8lXTmy5T0D_EDMnVg
⢠Jenniferâs Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠01:59 â Intro
⢠03:38 â The Shift in Parenting Styles
⢠07:04 â The Role of Technology and Social Media
⢠10:59 â The Importance of Failure and Resilience
⢠13:38 â Practical Parenting Tips and Challenges
⢠24:06 â The Value of Chores and Responsibility
⢠26:24 â Balancing Luxury and Adversity in Parenting
⢠27:01 â Teaching Kids to Embrace Failure
⢠28:00 â The 10% Target: Encouraging Persistence
⢠29:35 â The Importance of Boredom and Creativity
⢠30:58 â Role Modeling Healthy Habits
⢠31:43 â Kidsâ Reactions to Fast Food
⢠32:49 â Extreme Parenting: Biohacking and Kids
⢠36:30 â Rejection Therapy and Boldness
⢠42:42 â Praising Effort Over Intelligence
⢠45:32 â Challenges of Being Attractive and Intelligent
⢠49:31 â Instilling Self-Esteem in Children
⢠50:13 â Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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For decades, gut health was reduced to yogurt commercials and vague promises from probiotics that barely worked. But what if weâve been targeting the wrong bugs, using the wrong delivery, and ignoring the true source of chronic inflammation and accelerated aging?
In this thought-provoking episode, Dave sits down with Hannah Kleinfeld, a leader in microbiome innovation, to expose why most probiotics failâand how one companyâs scientifically validated approach could redefine your gut, brain, immune system, and even your metabolism.
Youâll learn how dysbiosis may be wrecking your brain without you knowing it, why your probiotic likely died in your stomach acid, and the secret to rebooting your microbiome after antibiotics, GLP-1 drugs, or years of toxic exposure. This isnât just about digestionâyour gut controls your cravings, energy, sleep, mood, and aging trajectory.
So whatâs the one upgrade that can actually reset your gut⌠for good?
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why your gutânot your brainâis making most of your decisions
⢠How 93% of probiotics on the market fail before they reach your intestines
⢠The âAB 10â protocol that rebuilds your gut after antibiotics or SIBO
⢠What GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are doing to your microbiome (and how to stop it)
⢠The shocking gutâbrainâheart axis connection youâve never heard of
⢠Why inflammation, brain fog, and mood swings may start with leaky gut
⢠Which probiotic strains are clinically proven to improve cognition and mood
⢠What to do if you want to eat gluten againâor survive American wheat
⢠How a fermented papaya concentrate could replace your acid reflux meds
⢠Why optimizing your gut could extend your lifespan by 40%
***Get 20% off your next purchase by going to https://omnibioticlife.com/pages/dave-asprey/ or omnibioticlife.com/dave***
SPONSORS
-Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order.
-Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠OMNi-BiOTiC's Instagram â https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/
⢠OMNi-BiOTiC's Website: https://omnibioticlife.com/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠03:15 â Intro
⢠05:05 â Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics Explained
⢠08:21 â The Importance of Delivery Mechanisms
⢠17:36 â Addressing SIBO and Gut Health Protocols
⢠31:55 â The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on Gut Health
⢠39:26 â The Role of Gut Bacteria in Hunger and Fasting
⢠40:01 â Painkillers and Gut Health: A Personal Experience
⢠40:51 â The Dangers of Proton Pump Inhibitors
⢠42:00 â The Importance of Stomach Acid
⢠44:55 â Probiotics for Chronic Conditions
⢠48:38 â The Impact of Glyphosate on Gut Health
⢠57:04 â Alcohol and Gut Bacteria
⢠01:02:01 â New Solutions for Acid Reflux
⢠01:07:57 â The Future of Gut Health and Longevity
⢠01:11:33 â Conclusion and Special Offer
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For nearly a century, scientists believed we had discovered ALL of the essential fatty acids the human body needs. But what if they were wrong?
Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinary epidemiologist and longevity researcher, joins Dave to reveal a groundbreaking discoveryâa newly identified essential fatty acid, C15, that may hold the key to healthier aging and even longer lifespans. Originally uncovered in an unlikely placeâU.S. Navy dolphins that were outliving their wild counterparts by decadesâthis forgotten fat is now shaking up the scientific community.
So why hasnât anyone told you about it?? Decades of misguided dietary advice stripped this crucial nutrient from our food system, leaving an entire generation unknowingly deficient. Even worse, pregnant women have been some of the MOST hurt from this cruel change to our modern diet. Now, cutting-edge research is proving that C15 plays a critical role in cellular stability, mitochondrial function, and total mental health.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠The first new essential fatty acid discovered in nearly 100 yearsâand why it matters
⢠How dolphins led to one of the BIGGEST breakthroughs in human nutrition
⢠Why the removal of C15 from our diets is accelerating aging
⢠The surprising connection between C15 and mental health
⢠How this âmissingâ fat could outperform some of the biggest longevity drugs today!
⢠What foods naturally contain C15âand should you supplement it?
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SPONSORS
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Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Fatty15 Instagram â https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/
⢠Fatty15 Website: www.fatty15.com
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
00:00 â Intro
00:34 â Meet Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson
00:46 â Discovering C15 in Navy Dolphins
01:58 â Challenges and Skepticism
04:21 â Scientific Validation and Research
06:59 â C15âs Impact on Human Health
27:43 â Big Data, AI, and Longevity Research
36:08 â C15 as a Longevity Nutrient
42:14 â The Navyâs Role in Fatty 15
43:03 â Epigenetic Aging and Lifespan
44:51 â Nutritional Guidelines and C15 Deficiency
50:41 â Mental Health and Endocannabinoids
51:33 â Dairy, Fats, and Nutrition History
56:38 â Fatty 15 in Skincare and Supplements
01:03:58 â Regulatory Changes in Nutrition
01:11:26 â Gender Differences in Fatty Acids
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You think youâre optimizing your brainâbut what if the real culprit behind your brain fog, anxiety, and burnout is the modern world itself?
In this episode, Columbia University psychiatrist and nutritional neuroscience pioneer Dr. Drew Ramsey joins Dave Asprey to decode the biological chaos hijacking your mindâand how to fight back. From inflammation and gut dysbiosis to screen-induced disconnection and hidden trauma, this is the ultimate roadmap for healing the modern brain.
Youâll explore the cutting-edge science of neuroplasticity, discover how movement and social connection trigger brain growth, and learn why food is still your most powerful antidepressant. Plus: dancing, psychedelics, kale debates, and why porn is quietly reshaping the male brain.
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠Why brain fog, anxiety, and mood swings might be signs your brain is inflamed
⢠How movementâespecially dancingâcan literally help your brain grow stronger
⢠What your gut has to do with your mental health (and why some âhealthyâ foods can backfire)
⢠The truth about antidepressants, supplements, and why thereâs no one-size-fits-all fix
⢠Why porn, ultra-processed food, and doomscrolling are silently wrecking focus and drive
⢠A new way to think about mental fitnessâlike a workout plan for your brain
SPONSORS
-BodyHealth | Go to https://bodyhealth.com/ and use code DAVE20 for 20% off your first order of PerfectAmino.
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Resources:
⢠A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Event April 12th: https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Drewâs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewramseymd/?hl=en
⢠Drewâs Linktree: https://shorturl.at/CIIR5
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠01:43 â Intro
⢠02:51 â The State of Mental Health Today
⢠04:00 â Nutritional Psychiatry and Personal Experiences
⢠05:21 â Environmental Factors and Brain Health
⢠05:55 â Chemical Balance and Psychiatry
⢠09:19 â Mental Fitness and Connection
⢠14:17 â Modern Brain Challenges
⢠16:26 â The Role of Movement and Dance
⢠22:44 â Sex, Relationships, and Mental Health
⢠34:02 â Microbiome and Mental Health
⢠36:50 â Transitioning to Urban Life and Mental Health
⢠37:29 â The Role of Nature in Mental Well-being
⢠38:14 â Personal Experiences with Gut Health
⢠39:45 â Trial and Error in Mental Health
⢠42:16 â Cognitive Resilience and High Performance
⢠45:37 â The Importance of Family Meals
⢠46:33 â Challenges of Rural and Urban Living
⢠47:53 â Brain Health: Beyond Neurons
⢠49:01 â Neuroplasticity and Mental Fitness
⢠52:50 â Biohacking Mental Health
⢠57:31 â The Role of Serotonin in Depression
⢠01:03:57 â Debating the Benefits of Kale
⢠01:12:03 â Final Thoughts on Mental Health and Resilience
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You think, you feel, you areâbut what if your consciousness isnât just in your brain? What if reality itself is shaped by something beyond the physical?
In this episode, Mark Goberâauthor, consciousness researcher, and former Silicon Valley bankerâjoins Dave Asprey to challenge everything you think you know about the mind, reality, and human potential. He explores groundbreaking research on near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and why some scientists believe consciousness may exist beyond the body.
Mark reveals how declassified CIA documents, quantum physics, and meditation practices point to a deeper, more interconnected worldâone where perception creates reality. If youâve ever questioned whether free will is an illusion, wondered about life after death, or wanted to tap into higher states of awareness, this episode will shift your perspective.
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠Is consciousness non-local? Why your brain might not be the source of your thoughts
⢠Near-death experiences & life after deathâthe science and firsthand accounts
⢠Psychic phenomena & remote viewingâwhat the CIA doesnât want you to ignore
⢠Float tanks, meditation & altered statesâhow to access expanded awareness
⢠The AI consciousness debateâcan machines ever become truly self-aware?
⢠Protecting your energyâwhy spiritual safeguards matter when exploring altered states
SPONSORS
-Our Place | Head to https://fromourplace.com/ and use the code DAVE for 10% off your order.
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Resources:
⢠A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Event April 12th: https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Markâs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgober_author/
⢠Markâs Website: https://www.markgober.com/
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
00:00 - Trailer
00:50 - Intro
03:11 - Meet Mark Gober
05:25 - From Banking to Awakening
10:16 - Float Tanks & Consciousness
12:35 - Psychic Phenomena
19:14 - Science & Skepticism
25:51 - Personal Experiences
40:51 - Spiritual Protection
42:58 - Parasitic Entities
44:59 - Psychedelics & Mindset
45:58 - Alien Abductions
47:04 - Navigating Psychedelics
51:58 - Intuition & Inner Knowing
58:41 - Telepathy & Remote Viewing
59:46 - Near-Death Experiences
01:04:54 - Consciousness Beyond the Brain
01:12:38 - Psychic Abilities & Ethics
01:24:11 - Consciousness & Reality
01:27:58 - Final Thoughts
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You hold the door open. You say yes when you mean no. You put others firstâalways. It feels like the right thing to do⌠but is it costing you more than you realize?
In this episode, Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D.âColumbia professor, psychologist, and author of Rise Aboveâjoins Dave Asprey to expose the psychology of victim vs. empowerment mindsets. He reveals how toxic altruism, external validation, and emotional fragility keep people stuckâand how you can reclaim your confidence, set boundaries, and create a life of true growth.
Dr. Kaufman, one of the worldâs most cited scientists, shares cutting-edge research on self-actualization, resilience, and the hidden mental loops that shape your success. If youâve ever felt stuck in self-doubt, drained from over-giving, or afraid to take up space, this conversation will help you break free.
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠Victim vs. empowerment mindsetâthe key shift that changes everything
⢠The psychological traps of toxic altruismâand why over-giving holds you back
⢠How people-pleasing rewires your brainâand how to break the cycle
⢠The science of self-actualizationâhow to unlock your full potential without guilt
⢠Why modern culture and social media reward emotional fragilityâand how to rise above it
⢠The neuroscience behind confidence, resilience, and making better choices for YOUR growth
If youâve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or drained from always being âniceâ, this episode will show you how to step into your power, rewrite your mental programming, and take control of your future.
SPONSORS
-Quantum Upgrade | Go to https://quantumupgrade.io/Dave for a free trial.
-Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order.
Resources:
⢠A Day of Biohacking and Consciousness Event: https://daveasprey.com/biohacking-and-consciousness/
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Scottâs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottbarrykaufman/?hl=en
⢠Scott's New Book â Rise Above:https://scottbarrykaufman.com/books/rise-above/
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
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⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 Trailer
⢠00:44 Intro
⢠02:02 Rise Above â Scottâs New Book
⢠03:13 Triggers and Mind Control
⢠05:12 Victimhood and Self-Actualization
⢠12:01 Curiosity Over Fear
⢠16:32 The Power of Discernment
⢠26:32 Emotional Resilience Today
⢠31:12 The Fragility of Younger Generations
⢠37:33 Social Pressures and Identity
⢠39:47 Social Media and Self-Determination
⢠40:35 Community and Belonging
⢠42:42 Activating Happiness and Growth
⢠44:43 Gratitude and Daily Practices
⢠51:48 Healthy Selfishness vs. Altruism
⢠58:56 Codependency and Vulnerable Narcissism
⢠01:04:57 The Dark Triad and Personality Types
⢠01:09:14 Final Thoughts and Book Recs
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What do vibrations and the psychedelic experience have in common?
MDMA therapy is revolutionizing mental health treatment, helping people overcome PTSD, anxiety, and emotional trauma with unprecedented success. But what if you could tap into those same powerful benefitsâwithout taking a single drug?
It turns out your brain responds to more than just chemistry. Vibration, frequency, and rhythm have been shaping human consciousness for millenniaâfrom ancient chanting rituals to modern neuroscience breakthroughs. Could the right vibrations unlock the same neuroplasticity and healing pathways as psychedelics?
In this episode, Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Dave Rabin, a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and psychedelic researcher, to explore how vibrations can rewire your brain, enhance neuroplasticity, and even mimic the effects of MDMA therapy. Dr. Rabinâs work led to the creation of Apollo Neuro, a wearable device that taps into your nervous systemâs natural ability to regulate stress, boost focus, and accelerate recoveryâwithout pharmaceuticals.
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠How specific vibrations trigger deep relaxation and neuroplasticity
⢠Why MDMA therapy worksâand how vibration-based tech can simulate it
⢠The surprising science behind music, frequency, and altered states
⢠How Apollo Neuro enhances sleep, focus, and emotional resilience
⢠The overlooked role of heart rate variability in longevity and health
⢠Why stress is the biggest obstacle to healingâand how to override it
**Apollo Neuro | To get an Apollo wearable, go to https://apolloneuro.com/Dave and save 15%**
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Apollo Neuro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apolloneuro/?hl=en
⢠Apollo Neuro Website: https://apolloneuro.com/Dave
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
00:00 Trailer
00:40 Intro
01:18 Exploring Vibration in Biohacking
02:29 Introduction of Dr. Dave Rabin
02:53 Understanding Vibration and Its Impact
04:47 The Apollo Neuro Device
08:44 Using Apollo for Different States
11:41 Apollo in Psychedelic Therapy
24:32 Clinical Trials and Studies on Apollo
29:32 Heart Rate Variability and Biohacking
33:02 Revolutionizing Sleep with Apollo
34:40 Apolloâs Long-Term Effects and Dependency
37:16 Apolloâs Impact on ADHD and Psychiatric Disorders
45:22 The Importance of Human Connection and Simple Solutions
49:56 Longevity, Healthspan, and Future Innovations
57:23 Final Thoughts and Discount Offer
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Your Brain is Lying to YouâHereâs How to Take Back Control
Every day, your brain is running subconscious scriptsâhidden mental loops that shape your decisions, habits, and even your self-worth. But what if those loops are sabotaging you?
In this episode, Bizzie Gold, mind architect and creator of The Break Method, joins Dave Asprey to expose the self-deception patterns controlling your thoughtsâand how to reprogram your brain for true transformation.
Bizzieâs method isnât just another self-help philosophy. Itâs science-backed, no BS, and engineered for results. From subconscious conditioning to emotional addiction cycles, youâll learn the exact framework for breaking free from limiting beliefs and upgrading your mind.
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠The hidden mental loops sabotaging your success (and how to break them)
⢠The science of self-deceptionâwhy your brain lies to you daily
⢠How early childhood experiences hardwire your thoughts and emotions
⢠The brainâs rejection vs. abandonment patternsâwhich one rules you
⢠How to use E.L.I. questions to disrupt negative thinking instantly
⢠The AI-powered brain upgrade that could change self-improvement forever
If youâve ever felt stuck in repetitive thought patterns, bad habits, or emotional cycles, this episode will give you the blueprint to take back control of your mind.
Listen nowâbecause your brain wonât fix itself.
SPONSORS
-Omni-Biotic | Visit omnibioticlife.com/dave and use code DAVE20 for 20% off.
-Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Bizzie Goldâs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bizziegold/
⢠Bizzie Gold's Website: https://bizziegold.com/
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Trailer
⢠00:28 â Intro
⢠01:39 â Understanding self-deception and its impact
⢠05:41 â The role of childhood trauma in shaping perception
⢠14:20 â Brain pattern spectrum and human behavior
⢠22:26 â Spiritual perspectives on DNA and past lives
⢠34:45 â Sharing knowledge from the ether
⢠34:54 â A surprising encounter with a professor
⢠35:43 â Healing and accessing intuition
⢠36:39 â The power of intuition in practice
⢠38:15 â Spiritual technology and Big Pharma
⢠39:54 â The role of self-trust in intuition
⢠40:49 â Understanding instinct vs. intuition
⢠42:17 â The E.L.I. framework for intuition
⢠45:50 â Hacking the brainâs language system
⢠57:04 â Parenting for emotional resilience
⢠01:06:13 â AI and emotional hacking
⢠01:11:01 â Conclusion and final thoughts
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Is the Way You Speak Limiting How You Think?
For years, scientists debated how language shapes the brain, but new research reveals it goes far beyond communication. Some languages lack numbers, grammar, or even complex sentencesâyet their speakers navigate reality in ways that defy expectations.
In this mind-bending episode, linguist Daniel Everett, known for challenging Noam Chomskyâs theories, shares how his time with the PirahĂŁ people reshaped our understanding of language, cognition, and even consciousness.
If language rewires thought, what happens when AI starts using it? Can a machine truly think? And what if whales, with their massive brains, have a language of their own?
What Youâll Discover in This Episode:
⢠The hidden power of languageâwhy learning a new one literally reshapes your brain
⢠The Piraha peopleâs mind-blowing approach to communication and what it reveals about human thought
⢠Can AI truly âthinkâ in language, or is it just an advanced mimic?
⢠How your environment affects memory, navigation, and cognitive function
⢠The psychedelic connection to language evolutionâcould altered states have unlocked speech?
SPONSORS
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Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠Dan Everettâs Website: https://daneverettbooks.com/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
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For decades, weâve been told that our DNA is a fixed blueprintâan unchangeable code that dictates our health and lifespan. But what if thatâs only half the story?
Sharon Hausman-Cohen, a physician, researcher, and genomics expert at IntellxxDNA, joins Dave to reveal the cutting-edge science of genetic optimizationâhow understanding your DNA can unlock longer life, better brain function, and even protection from chronic disease.
Forget the old-school genetic reports that left you with useless percentages. The new frontier of precision genomics goes beyond risk factors to actionable insights, showing you exactly how to turn on your bodyâs most powerful longevity genes and turn off the pathways driving inflammation, cognitive decline, and disease.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why genetics alone donât determine your futureâand how to use epigenetics to control your health
⢠The truth about MTHFR, APOE4, and other âbadâ genesâare they actually harming you?
⢠How genetic reports can predict and eliminate brain fog, fatigue, and pain
⢠The hidden genetic reasons behind ADHD, depression, and anxietyâand how to fix them
⢠Why some people age fasterâand the one longevity gene that determines your biological age
⢠Cutting-edge breakthroughs in DNA-based biohackingâis it possible to edit your genes for peak performance?
This is the future of personalized medicine. By understanding your own genetic blueprint, you can stop guessing and start making the precise changes that will optimize your energy, brainpower, and lifespan!
** Visit IntellxxDNA at https://intellxxdna.com/asprey/ When you go to the website to find a clinician please select âhuman upgrade/longevityâ as the type of consult to get specialized biohacking clinicians! **
SPONSORS
-Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order.
-Leela Quantum Tech | Head to https://leelaq.com/DAVE for 10% off.
Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠IntellxxDNA Website: https://intellxxdna.com/asprey/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Intro
⢠02:00 â The Role of Genetics in Longevity
⢠03:37 â Gene Variants & Cognitive Health
⢠05:58 â Epigenetics vs. Genetics
⢠08:21 â Genomics & Pain Management
⢠09:26 â Breakthroughs in Genetic Research
⢠12:33 â The Future of Genomic Medicine
⢠14:27 â How to Use Genomic Reports
⢠38:25 â Mitochondria & Longevity
⢠42:40 â BH4 & Mental Health
⢠43:42 â Folinic Acid & Brain Function
⢠44:37 â Genomics & Autism
⢠46:06 â Personalized Medicine
⢠56:00 â APOE4 & Alzheimerâs Risk
⢠59:44 â Genetics & Heart Health
⢠01:04:54 â The Future of Precision Medicine
⢠01:20:23 â Conclusion & Next Steps
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For years, weâve been told that willpower and repetition are the keys to forming habits. But the truth is, habits donât stick because of repetitionâthey stick because of emotion!
In this all-time classic episode, Dave brings together two of the worldâs top habit expertsâBJ Fogg, PhD, and James Clearâto break down the real science of behavior change. BJ, the Stanford researcher behind Tiny Habits, explains why motivation, ability, and the right prompts are the real drivers of habits. Meanwhile, Atomic Habits author James Clear reveals how small decisions compound over time to shape your entire life.
What Youâll Learn in This Episode:
⢠Why willpower and repetition donât workâand what actually makes habits stick
⢠The tiny changes that create massive, lasting results
⢠How emotions play a bigger role in habit formation than you think
⢠The hidden power of stacking small habits for exponential growth
⢠How to automate your decisions to free up brainpower for bigger goals
SPONSORS
-STEMREGEN | Head to https://www.stemregen.co/dave for 20% off your first order.
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Resources:
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠BJ Foggâs Website â https://www.bjfogg.com/
⢠James Clearâs Website: https://jamesclear.com/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Upgrade Collective â Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Intro
⢠00:39 â Understanding habits
⢠01:10 â Layering habits with James Clear
⢠01:49 â BJ Foggâs Tiny Habits method
⢠03:03 â The science of habit formation
⢠05:49 â Practical habit-building tips
⢠09:57 â Emotions vs. repetition in habits
⢠18:02 â Ability & context in habits
⢠21:19 â Genes, dopamine & behavior
⢠26:20 â Final thoughts
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In this first-ever AMA episode, Dave tackles your biggest biohacking questionsâstraight from The Upgrade Collective! From optimizing brain power to pushing the limits of cold therapy, this episode is packed with cutting-edge hacks to supercharge your body and mind. If youâd like to have your questions answered on the next AMA, click the link below for details on The Upgrade Collective membership, and get all sorts of extra biohacking add-ons for your life!
In todayâs episode: What if you could amplify oxytocinâthe âlove hormoneââto build stronger relationships and lower stress? Or upgrade your cold plunge routine for max benefits in less time? Dave reveals the science behind these powerful biohacks, plus his take on rapamycin for longevity, the right way to supplement for thyroid health (without a prescription), and even how he personally overcame Aspergerâs traits through neuroplasticity and mitochondrial upgrades. Thereâs even some great advice for all the parents out there!
What Youâll Learn:
⢠How to naturally boost oxytocin for better relationships and emotional health
⢠The fastest way to upgrade your cold plunge for heat shock benefits
⢠Is rapamycin really a longevity miracle? Daveâs personal take
⢠How mitochondria impact brain power, mood, and agingâand how to fix them today!
⢠The shocking reason some people canât process reality correctly (and how to retrain your brain)
⢠The real truth about stem cells, exosomes, and V-cells for regeneration
⢠The hidden dangers of selenium, thyroid supplements, and over-fasting
SPONSORS
-Puori | Visit https://puori.com/dave and use code DAVE for 20% storewide.
-Calroy | Head to https://calroy.com/dave for an exclusive discount.
Resources:
⢠Upgrade Collective Membership: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/
⢠2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025
⢠Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Website: https://daveasprey.com
⢠Dave Aspreyâs Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
⢠Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com
⢠Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com
⢠40 Years of Zen â Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com
Timestamps:
⢠00:00 â Intro
⢠00:37 â Welcome to the Human Upgrade AMA
⢠01:13 â Cold Plunges and Alpha Lipoic Acid for Health
⢠03:11 â Hot and Cold Therapy for Optimal Health
⢠07:29 â Understanding Thyroid Health and Treatment
⢠09:09 â The Importance of Selenium
⢠14:41 â Stem Cells vs. Exosomes
⢠16:27 â Rapamycin for Longevity
⢠18:07 â Aspergerâs Syndrome and Neuroinflammation
⢠28:53 â Understanding Aspergerâs and Self-Awareness
⢠29:24 â The Challenge of Offering Help
⢠30:06 â The Importance of Reconnection Work
⢠31:34 â Personal Development Journey
⢠34:42 â The Role of Emotions in Biohacking
⢠35:55 â Dealing with Flashbacks and Trauma
⢠45:46 â The Power of Oxytocin
⢠49:48 â The Truth About Kale and Oxalates
⢠54:25 â Teaching Kids to Regulate Their Nervous System
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