Chief Life Podcast

For 50 years we've been told nitrates and nitrites in food are dangerous. Dr Nathan Bryan says the science never backed that up — and the real damage is coming from somewhere else entirely. Dr Nathan Bryan is one of the world's leading nitric oxide researchers. Over more than 25 years he's published 100+ scientific papers, holds dozens of patents, and built multiple biotech companies a...

Roland Peralta co-founded Nutrafol — a dermatologist-recommended hair growth brand that became a billion-dollar market leader. But the origin story starts somewhere most people don't expect: broke, unwell, and searching for answers. In this episode, Vee sits down with Roland to trace the full arc — from financial struggle and a personal health crisis, to building one of the most recognised nam...

Are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Retatrutide a genuine breakthrough — or are we sleepwalking into a health crisis? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sam Zand, a double board-certified physician and certified Obesity Medicine specialist, to get an honest, science-backed answer. Dr. Zand is the Medical Director of Evolve Longevity Clinic in Miami, where he works with hig...

Jorge Perez has been a talent agent, coach and broker for celebrities in Hollywood for the last 20 years. He has brokered deals for Lady Gaga, Lindsay Lohan, Naomi Campbell and Jennifer Lopez. His passion for personal development led him to write his book, “The Shut the F*ck Up Method,” in which he shares the tools that helped him win his way to the top in Hollywood. His book is currently being us...

In this episode, we're joined by Dr Uberto Mondolfi — CEO of Healthy Longevity Clinic and an expert in integrative wellness — to explore the cutting edge of anti-ageing science, including Klotho, the protein that researchers believe could fundamentally change how we age. We cover: • The difference between longevity and health span — and why it matters• Klotho: what it is, what it does, and why...

Professor Ricardo Da Costa is a globally recognised leader in Sports Dietetics and Extremes Physiology at Monash University. He currently serves as Director of Research, Deputy Coordinator of the PhD Program, and Chair of the Industry Engagement Group within the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics & Food at Monash University. He leads a world-class hub for research, education, and consultancy,...

Sally O’Neil is a clinical nutritionist, women’s transformation strategist, and the founder of Intelligent Dose. She specialises in hormonal health and body composition for women 35+, using functional testing and data-led coaching to help clients overcome fatigue, weight-loss resistance, and burnout. Through her signature method, Sally combines evidence-based nutrition with deep nervous system sup...

Dr Gupta is an integrative medical practitioner and the founder of The Lotus Institute of Holistic Health. His main passion is finding the underlying causes and developing innovative approaches to managing chronic illness. He worked in the hospital system for ten years before a brush with illness led him to embrace a more holistic model of patient care. His initial approach was heavily dietary and...

The content in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace individual medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for medical clearance and personalised guidance before commencing any fasting. Dr Naomi Parrella is the Chief Medical Officer at Zero and a physician leader reshaping how we think about weight loss and longevity. Dr Parella helps high-performers a...

Kara Saunders (formerly Kara Webb) is one of Australia’s most accomplished CrossFit athletes and a global icon of functional fitness. Kara has competed in the CrossFit Games 11 times, earning multiple top-five finishes, including second place worldwide in 2017. She is known for her grit, power, and technical precision. After years at the elite level, Kara shifted her focus from pure competition to...

Dr Joshua Chou specialises in regenerative medicine and space biology. Dr Chou trained at the University of Tokyo and Harvard Medical School and is currently working with the Australian Space Agency to translate cutting-edge technologies, such as stem cells, exosomes, and biomanufacturing, into real-world health solutions, especially in the area of aging and aging-related disease. We invited Dr Ch...

Jake Dolechal is a holistic coach and nutritional therapist with a deep foundation in functional medicine, performance training, and human optimisation. He has completed extensive education in blood chemistry analysis, gut health, peptide therapy, strength and hypertrophy, and rehabilitation. Jake has learned from leading experts and has been mentored by some of the industry’s most respected coach...

Dr Joshua Chou specialises in regenerative medicine and space biology. Dr Chou, who trained at the University of Tokyo and Harvard Medical School, works with the Australian Space Agency to translate cutting-edge technologies, such as stem cells, exosomes, and biomanufacturing, into real-world health solutions, especially in aging and aging-related diseases.   This time, we invited Dr Chou to speak...

Kate Save is a clinical dietitian, exercise physiologist, diabetes educator, and entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Founder of Be Fit Food, Australia’s leading meal provider designed by doctors and dietitians. With over 20 years in health and fitness, Kate is an expert on nutrition, translating complex research into practical advice. Be Fit Food has won numerous accolades, including Telstra’s Victor...

Larry Palevsky is a holistic pediatrician, a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, and the Past-President of the American Holistic Medical Association, with clinical experience in pediatric emergency and intensive care medicine, inpatient and outpatient pediatric medicine, neonatal intensive care medicine, newborn and delivery room medicine, and conventional, holistic a...

Philipp von Holtzendorff-Fehling is the founder of Leela Quantum Tech and Quantum Upgrade, and the author of ‘The Energy of Everything’. During his business career, he worked as an executive for several well-known companies, including T-Mobile International and T-Mobile US. Philip is also a coach, conscious entrepreneur, bestselling author, successful tennis player, and energy healer. In this epis...

Dr Christabelle Yeoh is an integrative medicine physician with a master's degree in nutrition. She was a director and past president of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and is an active member of the teaching faculty. Christabelle practices at Genbiome in Sydney, and her special interests are gut health, brain health and fatigue. She works with her pat...

Today's episode is a compilation of interesting parts from the four most listened-to episodes of the Chief Life podcast to date. We have Dr Avi Charlton speaking about lifestyle habits and circadian living, Jake Dolechal explaining why so many men suffer from low testosterone and revealing some shocking facts about underwear, Dr Shawn Baker explaining why meat is the best food for gut health,...

Dr Christabelle Yeoh is an integrative medicine physician who also has a master's degree in nutrition. She was a director and past president of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and is an active member of the teaching faculty. Christabelle practices at Genbiome in Sydney, and her special interests are gut health, brain health and fatigue. She works with...

Dan Plews is an Applied Sports Scientist, Researcher, coach and educator. As a Sports Scientist,  Dan has worked closely with athletes who have won more than 25 world and Olympic titles in the sports of rowing, kayak, and triathlon. More importantly, Dan is a world-renowned HRV expert who has published 54 papers on heart rate variability, functional resistance training, the impact of ketogenic die...

Dr Kien Vuu, widely celebrated as 'Doctor V,' is a beacon of resilience and human potential. His journey from an infant boat refugee to a renowned medical expert and speaker is a story of remarkable triumph. With tenure at UCLA and the National Institutes of Health as an Interventional and Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr V has expanded his expertise to include longevity medicine, human potentia...

Phil Gore is an ultra-marathon runner, a full-time firefighter, a father of four, and a next-level beast from Western Australia. He is a two-time world record holder for the Backyard Ultra, with a previous record of 102 yards in 2023 and currently holding a world record of 119 yards, set in June 2025. That means 119 laps, 6.7km per lap, 791.1 km total distance, run over 4 days and 23 hours!!!!! Th...

Dr Joshua Chou specialises in regenerative medicine and space biology. Dr Chou trained at the University of Tokyo and Harvard Medical School and is currently working with the Australian Space Agency to translate cutting-edge technologies such as stem cells, exosomes and bio-manufacturing into real-world health solutions, especially in the area of aging and aging-related disease. His work bridges r...

Sarah Grynberg is a keynote speaker, author, and mindset coach who empowers professional athletes, executives, and business owners to overcome unhelpful thinking and achieve greatness. She is the creator and host of the podcast A Life of Greatness, where she has interviewed global icons including Matthew McConaughey, Andrew Huberman, Daniel Ricciardo, Geena Davis, Mel Robbins and Esther Perel. Sar...

Charley is a Chief Nutrition ambassador and a health coach with a degree in Sport and Exercise Science, specialising in functional blood analysis and gut health. He takes a holistic approach and is passionate about making gut health accessible and easy to understand. His Instagram page, The Gut Health Coach, is a wealth of free knowledge about gut health, nutrition and healthy living. We at Chief...