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What if one simple molecule could improve your energy, brain clarity, hormone balance, and heart health? Functional nutritionist Dr. Cathy Eason joins us on The AGEIST Podcast to share why nitric oxide (NO) is an often-overlooked key to healthy aging, and how most people over 35 are deficient. She breaks down how testing your levels is a quick, simple way to know your NO levels (it only takes 15 s...

This week, we welcome Dr. Chris Renna back to The AGEIST Podcast to break down one of the most hyped but least understood subjects in modern health: stem cells. Along with providing a clear explanation of how different types of stem cells function, he talks about how they interact with our immune systems and why most “stem cell therapies” people hear about are missing the point. Tune in to learn w...

Author and longevity advocate Sieglinde Othmer, PhD, is rewriting the narrative of aging. From her book, Joyous Longevity: The A to Z Field Guide , to this inspiring conversation, she shares the simple yet powerful habits that help her stay mentally sharp, physically well, and joyfully engaged with life. From morning walks with a notepad to her Mediterranean-style diet, Sieglinde outlines the dail...

How do you treat alcohol use disorder (formerly called alcoholism) without requiring total abstinence? This week, Dr. Paul Kolodzik returns to The AGEIST Podcast to discuss his pioneering work around GLP-1s : using these medications to help people reduce their alcohol intake. Drawing on his background in emergency and addiction medicine, Dr. Kolodzik outlines how these off-label uses can drastical...

Brian MacKenzie has trained some of the world’s top athletes, but today his focus is on something far more universal: how we breathe and regulate stress. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast , he breaks down why breath control is the most underutilized tool for improving health, sleep, and performance at any age. He explains how the nervous system can be trained just like a muscle, offering pract...

What if the aches and pains of aging weren’t inevitable but simply a sign of movement malnourishment? Katy Bowman, biomechanist and author of several books, including Move Your DNA , returns to challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise and health. She introduces the idea of a “movement diet”—a diverse mix of postures and motions your body needs daily for optimal function—and breaks...

Can you heal your cardiovascular system with food? Dr. William Li returns to explain how inflammation, oxidative stress, and poor lifestyle habits damage your blood vessels–and what you can do to reverse it. From fruit peels to dark chocolate, he outlines specific nutrients that signal stem cells to “re-pave” your vascular highways. You’ll also learn the simple daily practices he recommends to kee...

Best-selling author and behavior change expert Karen Salmansohn shares how mortality awareness can be one of the most powerful motivators for living with purpose. She explains her concept of a “near-life experience,” when people go through the motions instead of fully engaging in their lives, and how to break free from it. Karen offers practical tools—like writing your aspirational eulogy and link...

At Maui Nui, Jake Muise isn’t just producing venison–he’s redefining what sustainable, nutrient-dense food looks like. In this episode, Jake unpacks the ecological damage caused by invasive axis deer in Hawaii and how his company uses USDA-certified night harvesting to turn a problem into a protein solution. He explains the connection between deer diet, volcanic soil, and unmatched nutrient densit...

Olympian and innovation expert John Coyle joins us to reframe our understanding of time, memory, and the pursuit of meaningful experiences. Through the lens of neuroscience and Greek philosophy, he explains how our brains don’t count minutes–they count moments. He offers a practical roadmap to “time expansion,” showing how strategically designed risks and emotionally charged experiences can help u...

Can targeted peptides enhance your energy, immune response, and even appearance as you age? Dr. Chris Renna, a pioneer in longevity medicine, shares decades of clinical insights and why peptides are rapidly shifting from fringe to foundational. This conversation covers everything from GLP-1 drugs to collagen-stimulating skincare and the crucial role belief plays in health outcomes. For anyone inte...

On this week's episode of The AGEIST Podcast , Stacy London shares her candid, inspiring take on midlife, aging, and why movement–both physical and emotional–is key to thriving. She explains how physical strength transformed her mindset and gave her the courage to embrace risk, explore curiosity, and reclaim joy. Stacy opens up about menopause, people-pleasing, and the emotional recalibration...

Dr. Edythe Heus is revolutionizing how we understand movement, performance, and injury recovery. In this episode, she explains why traditional fitness methods often fail, especially as we age, and introduces her approach through Revolution in Motion. You’ll learn how fascia plays a central role in movement and how instability-based exercises lead to better neurological health and performance. Whet...

Christine Sperber has built a life around reinvention, curiosity, and risk-taking. From her days as a World Cup snowboarder to co-founding MEA in Baja and Santa Fe, Christine shares why she believes it's essential to play games you're not sure you can win. In this episode, we talk about rejecting the comfort of competence, embracing "the kook zone," and how making lifestyle-dri...

If you think fiber is boring, think again. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast , Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, best-selling author and gut health expert, explains how gut health shapes everything from your mood and immune system to how you age. He shares why plant diversity, not calorie counting, is the key to better health, and how personalized nutrition is replacing outdated one-size-fits-all advice. T...

At 70, journalist John Koten never expected to become an authority on skincare, but that’s exactly what happened. After 20 skin cancer surgeries, he set out to understand what actually works–and what doesn’t–when it comes to caring for aging skin. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast , John shares the scientific and personal insights from six months of testing top-rated products and interviewing...

Movement teacher Carrie Owerko joins us this week on The AGEIST Podcast to break down how curiosity and joy can transform the way we move, age, and live. Carrie describes herself as both a movement optimist and an “optionist,” someone who believes in varied, adaptable practices over rigid routines. She shares how play, autonomy, and experimentation fuel sustainable physical habits, regardless of a...

Most people think mobility means stretching. Dr. Andreo Spina, founder of Functional Range Systems , says that couldn’t be further from the truth. In this week's episode of The AGEIST Podcast , he unpacks how joint-specific training leads to long-term health and real resilience–whether you’re an athlete or just trying to age better. Learn why the exercises you’ve been told are “good” might be...

If you aren’t getting adequate sleep, a lot of physical and mental problems can follow—from the obvious symptoms like fatigue and brain fog to more serious things like an increased risk of dementia. What is an adequate amount of deep and REM sleep ? What are the minimum and maximum amounts of sleep we need each night? What should we do if we wake up in the middle of the night? What’s the deal with...

Do you ever feel like things just aren’t clicking? This week’s guest on The AGEIST Podcast , Rabbi Asher Gottesman, shares his personal path from addiction to sobriety and from shame to self-worth. He explains how loneliness is the real epidemic, and why connection—not just to others, but to ourselves—is the cure. Asher offers clear, grounded advice for building community, rewiring self-talk, and...

Former professional sand volleyball player Gabby Reece joins us for a masterclass in how to build a sustainable, individualized approach to health, aging, and performance. She talks candidly about transitioning from elite sport to wellness, and why “listening to your whisper” can be a life-changing practice. Gabby explains the difference between having information and having a practice–and how one...

Fitness coach Denise Kirtley joins us to talk about why transformation in midlife begins with mindset, not macros. In this conversation, she challenges outdated views of aging, critiques perfection culture, and explains how real strength is built through daily intention. Denise also speaks candidly about social media backlash and how sharing her journey in a bikini inspires women to believe change...

In this week’s episode, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi, founder of Physique 57, shares why fitness must be the foundation of any wellness plan—especially as we age. She explains how the explosion of wellness trends has dangerously shifted focus away from physical health. Jennifer offers powerful insights on building a sustainable, results-driven fitness habit that supports brain health, cardiovascular h...

Physical therapist and endurance athlete Dr. Mike Studer joins us this week to break the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to health. He shares why personalization—based on genetics, performance metrics, and lifestyle—is critical to long-term success in fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. From sleep consistency to gut microbiome insights, Dr. Studer lays out practical strategies to help l...

Matt Zemon, author and psychedelic therapy advocate, joins us to explain how non-ordinary states of consciousness can help rewire repetitive thought patterns. He breaks down how psychedelics are being used not just for trauma recovery but to foster growth and deeper self-understanding. This episode also covers the rise of industrialized addiction and the tools available to counter its effects—from...