Lubo Smid Podcast

Meet Dr. Aron D'Souza, the visionary behind Enhanced Games and a bold new era in human performance. From redefining the limits of sports to challenging how we think about aging, cognition, and enhancement, Dr. D’Souza shares why the future belongs to the enhanced. We dive into the science of superhumans, the race between nations to innovate, and why travel might be the new smoking. This is mor...

Meet Edward Hertzman, founder of Athletech Media and the voice behind the fitness industry’s new wave. From building Sourcing Journal to launching the go-to platform for fitness and wellness news, Edward shares how media, investment, and community are reshaping a fast-growing space. We dive into personalization, the rise of Hyrox, and why this fragmented industry finally has a seat at the table. C...

Meet Chiel, wellness entrepreneur and founder behind a fast-growing cold plunge brand, who’s helping shape the future of recovery through contrast therapy and community. From building beautifully designed ice baths to scaling globally and navigating wellness culture, Chiel shares how product, strategy, and stillness are transforming the way we recharge—one plunge at a time. Chapters: 00:00 Introdu...

Meet Pavel Stuchlik, entrepreneur, DJ, and founder of Upper Aeon, who built over 100 OrangeTheory franchises before stepping away to explore the deeper dimensions of human potential. From running a fitness empire to guiding dark retreats and living on prana, Pavel shares how fasting, frequency, and stillness became his path to inner power. Chapters: 00:00 – From OrangeTheory to Inner Work 01:17 –...

Meet Ariel Garten, neuroscientist and co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing headband transforming how we approach meditation, focus, and mental wellness. From her early passion for the mind to building one of the most recognized names in neurotechnology, Ariel shares the science behind Muse and how it’s helping people track brain activity, improve habits, and stay calm in a noisy world. This episo...

Tom Barten’s journey started with personal transformation—and led to building one of the most scalable fitness coaching platforms in Europe. In this episode, he shares how understanding human behavior, not just workouts, became the foundation of Personal Body Plan. We dive into the four pillars of sustainable fitness, the shift from PDF to tech-based coaching, and how Tom built a movement rooted i...

Meet Brandon Cullen, founder of MADabolic, who’s redefining the fitness industry by blending human connection with smart technology. Rooted in the belief that consistency beats intensity, MADabolic’s unique programming is built around strength, simplicity, and long-term wellness. Drawing on his journey from athlete to entrepreneur, Brandon shares how resilience, leadership, and data-driven decisio...

Meet Amin Shaykho — creator, entrepreneur, and visionary behind Kadama, the AI-driven learning platform reshaping education. By capturing his journey of chasing childhood dreams, Amin has built viral content that’s captivated over 5M followers across TikTok and Instagram. In this episode, we dive deep into AI, the future of the metaverse, and a world where having virtual friends will be completely...

Meet Brian Le Gette, CEO at Ammortal, whose vision is reshaping the future of holistic wellness through innovation and intention. Inspired by the fusion of ancient wisdom and modern science, Brian co-created the Ammortal Chamber—a wellness device designed to optimize health, support longevity, and reconnect us with our innate healing power. Drawing on bioenergetics, AI, and nature’s principles, th...

Meet Kian Sadeghi, Founder and CEO of Nucleus, whose personal loss inspired a mission to transform how we understand and use our DNA. Driven by a deep belief in the power of genomics, Kian set out to make genetic testing more meaningful and accessible—helping people uncover personalized health insights, manage chronic disease risk, and make informed choices around longevity and family planning. Th...

Meet Kevin Wathey, Founder & CEO of Baseline and Velara, whose personal loss set him on a mission to redefine health and wellness. After losing his mother at a young age, he sought to understand what it truly means to live a long, healthy life. Through his work, Kevin explores the intersection of AI, health data, and longevity, empowering people to take control of their well-being. His pursuit...

Meet Sarah, founder of CeraThrive and a leader in health innovation. With a background in pharmaceuticals, Sarah’s passion for light therapy and biohacking led her to create new devices that optimize brain function, improve gut health, and enhance overall well-being. By combining red light therapy, grounding, and structured water, Sarah is helping us understand more about health and longevity. Sar...

Welcome to this special episode, where David Semerad and I sit down to share the real, unfiltered story of building STRV. Starting out as college kids with nothing, they’ve spent the last 13 years growing STRV into what it is today. In this episode, they reflect on the journey—the parties, the lessons, and the pivotal moments that haven’t really been talked about before. With Lubo now taking full...

Meet Rockwell Shah, CEO of Ozlo Sleep, the company behind innovative sleep buds that quiet the noise and help people rest better. With a deep background in digital health and a passion for creating meaningful solutions, Rockwell led Ozlo to raise an incredible $5.5 million through the most successful Indiegogo campaign ever. By combining advanced technology with a focus on solving real sleep chall...

Meet Adam Cohen Aslatei, CEO of Three Day Rule Matchmaking, a modern service helping singles find meaningful connections through personalized matchmaking. With over a decade of experience in the dating industry, Adam has led innovative ventures like S’More and played key roles at Bumble and Tawkify, shaping how we approach relationships in the digital age. Chapters: 00:00 The Journey into the Dati...

Meet Ben Katz, Co-Founder and CEO of HYBRD, the first app designed to help hybrid athletes track and optimize their training. With a background at WHOOP and Appex, Ben’s experience in fitness tech and product growth helped HYBRD gain YC’s attention just two months after launch. Passionate about building for athletes, Ben and the HYBRD team are shaping the future of hybrid training. Chapters00:00 I...

Meet Dirk Friel, Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist of TrainingPeaks, the world’s #1 app for athletes and coaches. In this episode, Dirk talks about the future of sports training, from altitude training and data-driven insights to building sustainable coaching businesses. He also shares how technology is changing the game for athletes and coaches, the importance of trust and feedback, and why plannin...

Meet Martin Tolar, a neuroscientist and biotech leader working to solve Alzheimer’s—a disease affecting over 400 million people globally. With $1 billion invested and 11 years of research, his team is on the verge of a groundbreaking cure. From his role in the Velvet Revolution to leading innovations in personalized medicine, Martin shares how data, lifestyle, and cutting-edge science are reshapin...

Meet Nikolina, a visionary entrepreneur transforming healthcare by focusing on biological age. As the founder of GlycanAge, she’s pioneering a way to predict health risks up to ten years before symptoms appear, giving individuals a head start on preventive action. From her beginnings in tech to groundbreaking advances in biotech, Nikolina shares her insights on resilience, risk-taking, and the pow...

Meet Christian Osgood, a real estate investor who scaled from 4 to 225 units in just three years by prioritizing relationships over deals. He shares how connecting with seasoned owners fueled his rapid growth. Discover his strategy for buying properties with little to no money down and how small adjustments led to massive success. 00:00 The Game-Changing Moment That Transformed My Real Estate Path...

Owen Garitty is the founder of FPW Media, a fast-growing agency known for blending AI with compelling brand storytelling. Since 2013, he has led FPW to become one of the fastest-growing agencies, focusing on authentic client engagement and results-driven marketing. Owen continues to push the boundaries of marketing, using AI to enhance strategies while maintaining a strong emphasis on creativity....

Meet Forest Smith, the visionary co-founder of Kineon, a company revolutionizing recovery with red light therapy. Forest’s journey from an idea to selling over 40,000 devices in just 2 years is nothing short of inspiring. His passion for improving inflammation treatment and healing fuels Kineon’s mission to help people move better and live healthier lives. In this episode, Forest dives deep into t...

Meet Adam Callinan, co-founder of BottleKeeper, who bootstrapped his business from $0 to $8M in just three years. In this episode, Adam shares insights on entrepreneurship, from risk-taking to smart marketing. He also discusses his experience on Shark Tank and the impact it had on the company's success. After selling BottleKeeper, Adam founded Pentane, a SaaS platform that helps businesses improve...

Meet Robbie Bent, the visionary co-founder of Othership, which has now opened the largest sauna and ice bath studio in New York City. Robbie's journey from an early Ethereum employee to a wellness entrepreneur is nothing short of remarkable. Starting from humble beginnings in a garage, he built two studios in Toronto before raising $8 million to create the largest sauna in New York. Chapters 0...

Meet Maria Zhang, a tech leader with an impressive background. She’s been VP of Engineering at Google, GM: AI for Products at Meta, VP of Engineering at Instagram, VP of Engineering at LinkedIn, CTO at Tinder, and VP of Engineering at Yahoo. Now, she's working on her own AI startup, Proactive AI Lab. 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Maria Zhang and Discover Her Vision for AI 05:20 - Personalization...