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In this bonus episode, weâre back with Dr. Rachele Pojednic for one of our favorite games: Overrated vs. Underrated â wellness edition. Rachele gives brutally honest takes on cold plunges, wearables like Oura and Whoop, continuous glucose monitors, greens powders, zone 2 training, and IV drips. Youâll hear what she thinks is genuinely useful, whatâs wildly overhyped, and what the science still doesnât know yet. (Yes, she straight-up says cold plunges are overrated and greens powders are a hard no.) If you love hot takes and you want to stop wasting money on wellness nonsense, youâre going to love this one.
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rachele Pojednic, a Stanford faculty member and Chief Science Officer at Restore Hyper Wellness, to talk about the confusing gray zone between wellness fads and real science. We get into why so many health trends (like saunas, cold plunges, supplements, red light therapy, and IV drips) feel like they work⊠even when the research hasnât caught up yet. Rachele breaks down how wellness companies and influencers often take small, weak studies and turn them into massive claims â and how to spot that as a consumer. We also talk about what actually looks promising in the research right now (yes, creatine comes up), and why ânaturalâ doesnât automatically mean âsafeâ or âeffective.â If youâve ever wondered whatâs legit, whatâs hype, and whatâs just expensive placebo, this episode will make you feel so much smarter.
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In this episode, we continue our conversation about how your environment might be shaping your health with Dr. Gary Miller, professor of environmental health at Columbia University. We go deeper into the exposome â including how social factors, housing, air quality, and even stress leave measurable chemical fingerprints in your body. Dr. Miller explains what doctors donât yet test for, why personal exposure testing isnât quite ready for prime time, and what actually helps reduce risk right now. We also get practical (and honest) about masks, gas stoves, moldy apartments, self-tanner, makeup, and heating food in plastic. If youâve ever wondered how much control you really have over your exposures â and whatâs worth changing â this bonus episode is for you.
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Gary Miller, a professor at Columbia University, about how the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the products we use every day may be shaping our health more than our genes ever could. We dive into the science of the âexposome,â why diseases like Parkinsonâs and obesity are rising so fast, and what everyday chemicals might be doing inside your body. Along the way, we get practical about what actually matters â from water filters and air purifiers to plastics, perfumes, and even flowers on cakes. Dr. Miller breaks down whatâs truly worth worrying about and whatâs not. If youâve ever wondered how much control you really have over your environment (and your future health), this episode will change how you look at everything around you.
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On this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Jonathan Bonnetâthis time getting very practical about behavior change. We dig into the small, underrated âhacksâ that actually make habits stick, from visual cues and environment design to making healthy choices the easiest option by default. We also talk through strategies for breaking habits you donât wantâlike mindless scrolling or smokingâplus realistic approaches to sleep and stress that donât require becoming a meditation monk. If youâre great at setting goals but struggle with follow-through, this bonus episode is all about closing that gap. Think less willpower, more systems that work with your brain instead of against it.
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In this episode, we zoom way out and ask a simple but powerful question: what health behaviors actually make the biggest difference? Weâre joined by Dr. Jonathan Bonnet, a lifestyle medicine physician and former personal trainer, to cut through the noise of biohacks, microplastics, and wellness overwhelm. Together, we talk about the âbig leversâ of healthâmovement, food, sleep, stress, connectionâand how to prioritize change without trying to fix everything at once. Dr. Bonnet explains why your why matters more than perfection, how identity shapes long-term habits, and why radical consistency beats flashy New Yearâs resolutions every time. If youâve ever felt paralyzed by too much health advice, this episode will help you focus on the few things that are actually worth changing for.
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In this episode we continue our conversation with Mark Faries all about why itâs so hard to do the things we know we want to doâand why we keep falling for shiny shortcuts that promise big results with zero effort. Mark breaks down the psychology behind infomercials, fad diets, and âmiracleâ fitness gadgets using a simple framework that will permanently change how you spot misleading health claims. We talk about why things like the Thigh Master and vibrating belts feel so convincing, where a kernel of truth often hides in bad advice, and how hope gets exploited by marketing. The real takeaway? Your success doesnât come from a productâit comes from you, and understanding that is incredibly empowering. If youâve ever felt frustrated, duped, or stuck when it comes to behavior change, this conversation will make you feel seen and smarter about what actually works.
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n this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mark Faries, a behavioral medicine expert, to unpack why New Yearâs resolutions failâand why âjust do itâ doesnât actually work when it comes to motivation, habits, and behavior change. We talk about confidence, self-discipline, and the real science behind why itâs so hard to stick to goals like exercising more, eating better, or finally following through on the habits you set every January. Dr. Faries shares practical, research-backed strategies to close the gap between intention and action, including how to set goals that actually stick and how to get back on track after falling off. If youâre searching for answers to why motivation disappears, how to build better habits, or how to make this year different, this conversation will hit home. Youâll walk away with a totally new way to think about goal-settingâand tools that make real, sustainable change feel possible.
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In this episode, Juna and Eddie share big news, reflect on whatâs made the show so special, and hint at what comes next. Itâs not goodbye forever⊠but it is a goodbye.
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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Eric Topol, diving into the truth behind supplements, saunas, cold plunges, and other so-called âlongevity hacks.â He explains why most supplements donât do anything for healthy people, why fads like cold plunges are a farce, and what actually matters if you want to extend your healthspan. We also cover the exceptionsâlike documented deficienciesâand whether Omega-3s have a place. Dr. Topol makes it clear that the real âhacksâ arenât hacks at all.
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In this episode we sit down with Dr. Eric Topolâone of the most cited scientists in the world and author of SuperAgesâto explore what the science actually says about living longer and healthier. We talk about what aging really is, why trying to reverse it can backfire, and the surprising role lifestyle factors play in slowing down the biological clock. Dr. Topol also explains how exercise, sleep, and diet can add up to an extra decade of healthy years, why ultra-processed foods may be the cigarettes of our generation, and how new tools like AI and gut-based medicines could transform prevention. This conversation is both eye-opening and practical, giving you the tools to make changes today that could add years to your life. If youâve ever wondered whatâs hype and whatâs real in the world of longevity, youâll want to hear this one.
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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Mauro Serafini all about the connection between food, inflammation, and long-term health. We dig into how obesity and metabolic syndrome fuel chronic inflammation, why even people who arenât overweight can still be at risk, and why not all calories are created equal. Mauro explains how losing fat (not just weight) lowers inflammation, and he shares his perspective on the role of olive oil, fresh markets, and the eating habits of centenarians. We also explore his philosophy of nutritional kindness, a simple, compassionate approach to eating that makes healthy habits sustainable for the long run.
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In this episode, we sit down with Professor Mauro Serafini, one of the worldâs leading experts on nutrition, to unpack all those health buzzwords you hear everywhere: antioxidants, free radicals, oxidative stress, and yesâsuperfoods. We dig into the science behind whether kale, blueberries, or even chocolate really deserve their âsuperâ status, and whatâs actually happening inside your body when you eat them. Professor Serafini shares fascinating research on how timing your meals can affect inflammation, aging, and even longevity, plus why adding fruits and veggies to every meal is more powerful than you think. Youâll hear surprising truths about supplements, chocolateâs role as a genuine superfood, and how everyday food choices can lower your risk for chronic disease. If youâve ever wondered whether âsuperfoodsâ are just hype or real science, this is the episode you donât want to miss.
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In this episode we continue our conversation with Tera Fazzino all about how to rewire your brain and taste buds to break free from the grip of hyper-palatable foods. We get into the science of how these foods can literally change your brainâs reward circuitryâmuch like addictive substancesâand why they can make you want them more even as you enjoy them less. Tera shares practical tips for spotting these foods at the store, simple swaps that make a difference, and how to retrain your palate to genuinely crave whole, natural foods.
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In this episode, we dive into one of the most shocking truths about our modern food supply with Dr. Tera Fazzino, associate director at the KU Center for Addiction Research. What if we told you that the same tobacco companies that engineered cigarettes to be addictive also helped shape the foods you crave the most? From hyper-palatable snacks to sugary drinks, we unpack how these foods hijack your brainâs reward systemâand why itâs so hard to stop eating them. Dr. Fazzino reveals the documented connection between Big Tobacco and Big Food, and why our current food environment might be more manipulated than we think. If you've ever felt like certain foods are literally irresistible, this episode will change the way you see your pantry.
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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Alex DiFeliceantonio about how to actually make healthy eating more appealing to your brain. We dive into the science of flavor, anticipation, and food rewardâand why roasted veggies with butter are totally fair game. Alex shares her 80/20 approach to feeding her family, whatâs in her emergency grocery cart, and why she avoids artificial sweeteners for her kid. We also talk about the sneaky ways food companies use health labels to trick you.
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In this episode, we dive into the mind-blowing science of why we eat what we eatâwith neuroscientist Dr. Alexandra DiFeliceantonio. She joins us to explore how ultra-processed foods hijack your brainâs reward systems, how your environment influences your food choices more than you realize, and whether youâre actually choosing that brownie⊠or if your brain decided for you. We talk about the powerful effects of food cues, how early exposure to certain foods shapes lifelong habits, and what new research says about the link between processed food and addiction. This conversation will change the way you think about cravings, willpower, and what it really means to âeat healthy.â If you've ever blacked out halfway through a bag of chips, this one's for you.
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In this conversation, we continue our discussion about how to read scientific papersâno PhD required. We break down how to spot red flags like flashy headlines, suspicious journals, and undisclosed conflicts of interest. Youâll learn what âpeer-reviewedâ actually means, how to tell if a journal is reputable, and why the number of times a study is cited matters. We also explain when an older study is still trustworthy and how to tell if an author might be biased. This episode is your shortcut to understanding which studies to take seriously and which to skip.
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In this episode, weâre diving into one of the most important questions in health and wellness: how do you know which science to trust? We break down how to tell the difference between a high-quality study and total BS, how to actually read a scientific paper, and what terms like ârandomized controlled trial,â âp-hacking,â and âmeta-analysisâ really mean. Youâll learn the red flags to watch out for, the hierarchy of scientific evidence, and why some studies never get published at all. This is the ultimate crash course in spotting bad scienceâand understanding the good stuff. If youâve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting headlines or confused by research jargon, this episode will help you make sense of it.
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In this episode, weâre back with Dr. Mary NĂ Lochlainn to talk all about agingâand why it might be something to actually look forward to. We dive into what sheâs learned from the oldest people in her lab, from their surprisingly upbeat attitudes to the science behind why social connection is as vital as exercise. Youâll hear why loneliness is now being called âthe new smoking,â how your gut health affects your future, and the surprising benefits of learning a new sport in your 70s. Plus, we swap stories about jiu-jitsu friendships, broken noses, and whether pickleball has officially taken over the world. If youâve ever wondered what actually makes the difference between just getting older and truly thriving as you age, this episode will surprise you.
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