Commune with Jeff Krasno

In today’s episode, communications expert Richard Greene administers his 2024 Election Civics Challenge on Jeff. The challenge is a quiz Richard developed to educate the American people on how our elections work and motivate involvement. So … will Jeff pass the test? Are YOU Registered to Vote? If not, go to bit.ly/RegisterFORSomething and pick one of the 12 “Sub-Elections of the 2024 Election” th...

In this excerpt from his course, The Superpowers of Your Gut, Dr. Zach Bush shares cutting-edge information on the science of the skin, from the power of your skin’s microbiome to the importance of the gut-skin axis. You’ll discover what you can do to protect yourself against harmful environmental toxins and ensure you glow, from the inside out. If you want more from this course, go to onecommune....

Intermittent fasting has become a popular method for weight loss, metabolic flexibility, and blood sugar control — but what is the ideal “eating window” for you? In today’s episode, fasting expert Cynthia Thurlow debunks myths, offers best practices, and discusses how intermittent fasting can fit your schedule. This podcast is supported by: LivOn LabsGet free samples with any purchase at livonlabs...

Our ancestor’s survival depended on being accepted into tribes, so modern day rejection can make us feel like we’re going to die. This biological survival mechanism can keep you small and stuck, blocking you from pursuing – and achieving – your dreams. In today’s lesson, you’ll receive five simple steps to deal with any criticism followed by a hypnotherapy meditation on being "bulletproof." Get a...

In today’s episode, Jeff is joined by one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed motivational speakers of all time, Brendon Burchard. In this conversation, Brendon shares a 4-part framework he uses to help coaching clients figure out what they REALLY want from life and then stay focused and moving toward those goals. Get free group coaching from Brendon’s team! Sign up at onecommune.com/coachin...

In today’s episode, Dr. G addresses the confusion around anti-nutrients like lectins, oxalates, and phytic acid, which some doctors and health influencers say block nutrient absorption from certain vegetables, seeds, and legumes. Sara’s answer: It doesn’t have to be that complicated. She also shares tips on how to mitigate the potential inflammatory effects of anti-nutrients via various preparatio...

In this casual conversation in the library at Commune Topanga, pioneering doctor and researcher Bruce Lipton PhD talks with Jeff about genetics, human agency, the pharmaceutical industry, and navigating a chaotic world. Sign up to join Dr. Lipton's upcoming Commune course on Navigating These Times from Chaos to Coherence at onecommune.com/bruce. This podcast is supported by:Bon ChargeGet 15% off w...

The single family home is so culturally accepted that we don’t see it as artificial, but up until recently, most people lived in villages. What did we lose when we left the village? And how can we get it back? This episode includes three Commusings in one — Ten Peas in a Pandemic Pod, It Takes a Village to Raise a Parent, and How to Grow an Agrivillage. Go to RootedNW.org to learn more about the c...

Matteo is a meditation teacher, conscious breathing guide, and author of Breathe How You Want to Feel, which outlines specific breathing techniques for inducing specific subjective states of being. In this conversation, Matteo and Jeff discuss how to use the breath to optimize our ability to learn, exercise, sleep, and emotionally regulate. This podcast is supported by:Bon ChargeGet 15% off when y...

Jeff muses on three primary understandings of the cosmos as presented by the philosopher Alan Watts: The Hindu conception of life as a drama, the West’s mechanical model, and the spontaneous and organic model of the East as informed by Taoism, Buddhism, and Zen. Commusings are thoughtful essays and short-form reflections on spirituality, philosophy, health, and culture. For more musings and quotes...

From school desks to corporate cubicles, we sit a lot — and then we carve out a tiny portion of our day for “exercise.” In this episode, Jeff and Jake discuss how that was certainly not how we evolved as humans and instead offer ideas for embedding movement throughout your day. Watch Jeff’s new Commune course, Good Stress, for free at onecommune.com/goodstress. This podcast is supported by:Eudēmon...

Jeff reflects on the throughlines in Eastern religious philosophy, drawing parallels to human physiology, which is both organic and underwritten by an intelligence that seeks a middle way. Commusings are thoughtful essays and short-form reflections on spirituality, philosophy, health, and culture. For more musings and quotes, connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune or @jeffkrasno or sign up fo...

In today’s episode, Jeff and the founder of BiOptimizers, Wade Lightheart, dive into the eighth most abundant element in the Earth's crust: the “master mineral” magnesium. Wade explains how magnesium is essential for human health, playing a crucial role in over 300 enzymatic reactions. Learn how each variation of magnesium supports different health goals — from muscle and nerve function to bone he...

While GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic, have become very popular, they are not the only way to address insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. In fact, GLP-1 is naturally produced by the body, and understanding when and why can change how you think about metabolic health. In today’s conversation, Casey and Jeff discuss how to achieve stable blood sugar levels and metabolic well-being using dieta...

Your skin color evolved at a particular latitude on earth, but migration and modern lifestyles have created radical mismatches between skin types and environments. The result: higher rates of cancer in light-skinned populations and Vitamin D deficiency in dark-skinned populations. In this episode, Jeff and Jake dig into these imbalances and the tension beneficial sun exposure and UV damage. This p...

Jeff shares his thoughts on Independence Day in the United States and the relationship between independence and interdependence. Commusings are thoughtful essays and short-form reflections on spirituality, philosophy, health, and culture. For more musings and quotes, connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune or @jeffkrasno or sign up for the Commusings newsletter at onecommune.com Learn more abo...

In today’s episode, Jeff is joined by Darin Olien, author of Fatal Conveniences: The Toxic Products & Harmful Habits That Are Making You Sick. Darin highlights how much of what we put on our bodies and use in our homes is wreaking havoc on our personal and planetary health — and what are much better alternatives. This podcast is supported by: Commune Retreats: Join us at Commune Topanga in the San...

In today’s episode, Dr. G highlights the promising future of psychedelic-assisted therapy, its current applications, the importance of careful administration, and the need for broader accessibility and acceptance. Sara also shares her personal experience and highlights the need for therapists to undergo these treatments themselves in order to guide their patients authentically. For more from Dr. G...

Thomas Hübl has spent over 20 years working in the field of collective trauma, seeking to break cycles of conflict. In this episode, Thomas discusses with Jeff how trauma can disrupt the balance between “being, becoming, and belonging,” leading to various forms of dysfunction. He also provides solutions to achieve and maintain this crucial balance. This podcast is supported by: Eudēmonia Eudēmonia...

Losing weight is not complicated, but we’ve been convinced by the pharmaceutical and food industries that it is. In this excerpt from her new Weight Loss Master Class on Commune, fitness expert and nutritionist Jillian Michaels tells her story and takes on the voices telling you your weight is outside of your control. Continue learning from Jillian for free at http://www.onecommune.com/weightloss...

This is the third in a four-part Good Energy series with Dr. Casey Means. Here Casey and Jeff explore how our hunter-gatherer genes are wildly mismatched with our modern way of living, leading to metabolic health issues. With these mismatches in mind, Casey outlines steps we can take in our nutrition, sleep, exercise, and social practices to realign our habits with our biology. Visit onecommune.co...

Modern technology – from thermostats to puffy jackets – keeps us from ever feeling too hot or cold. The result of this thermoneutrality: lower metabolic rates, decreased resilience, and poorer health. In this episode, Jeff and Jake discuss how to exercise your body’s innate adaptive abilities and get reacquainted with temperature extremes. This podcast is supported by: Timeline Nutrition: Timeline...

In today’s episode, Jeff is joined by trailblazing trauma expert Dr. Peter Levine, who describes how – after teaching tens of thousands of therapists – he finally turned his method on himself. He retells the horrific traumas of his childhood and shares how through guided sessions, he gradually reclaimed a sense of strength and aliveness. This podcast is supported by: Timeline:Timeline is offering...

In today’s episode, Dr. G underscores the complexity of autoimmune diseases and the need for a holistic, individualized approach to diagnosis and treatment. Together, she and Jeff share their personal experiences with practices like holotropic breathwork, meditation, and yoga that can help regulate the nervous system and manage autoimmunity. For more from Dr. G., watch her free master class – Wome...

Yoga Nidra, often termed the “yoga of sleep,” is both a technique and a state of consciousness. In this episode, Jeff is joined by Tracee Stanley, author of “Radiant Rest,” who highlights how we tend to fill every moment, leading to chronic fatigue and a lack of spaciousness. Yoga Nidra offers a counterbalance — allowing people to withdraw from constant sensory input and access deeper states of re...