Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

In this episode, Dr. Jason Sonners challenges the growing "health-maxxing" trend, explaining how the relentless pursuit of optimization can sometimes create more stress than health. Together, we explore the importance of balancing stress with your body's capacity, building sustainable habits, mastering the fundamentals, and avoiding the temptation to stack too many biohacks at once. Th...

In this episode, we explore how the future of wellness is shifting away from endless optimization and toward a more personalized, less-is-more approach to health. We share our current favorite biohacks, discuss the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle, cycle syncing, peptides, and emerging technologies like the Ohm Lamp and stem cell therapies. We also unpack the growing backlash against "ove...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gene Sambataro, a biological dentist with over 40 years of experience, to explore how oral health is deeply connected to whole-body health. He explains how issues in the mouth—such as microbiome imbalance, mercury fillings, fluoride exposure, and toxic root canals—can contribute to systemic disease and chronic inflammation. The conversation dives into airway-f...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jay Wiles to unpack the science of nervous system regulation and Heart Rate Variability. Dr. Wiles explains why many popular nervous system tools fail to deliver lasting results, breaks down the role of the vagus nerve, and shares how Heart Rate Variability (HRV) can be used as a personalized metric for resilience and recovery. The conversation dives into reso...

In this episode, Maggie McDaris, CEO and Co-Founder of Phase, breaks down the science and practical application of cycle syncing, explaining how each phase of the menstrual cycle influences energy, cognition, productivity, and overall performance. She walks listeners through the follicular, ovulatory, luteal, and menstrual phases, highlighting the unique strengths and challenges of each stage, inc...

In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Lander, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and founder of See Fit Living, to explore her powerful journey from addiction, PCOS, and chronic fatigue to becoming a leader in precision health and performance optimization. Samantha shares the emotional and nervous system roots of addiction, the lessons she learned through recovery, and how those exp...

In this episode, we break down the growing world of lab testing, from beginner-friendly options like Function Health and InsideTracker to advanced biological age and longevity testing like the DunedinPACE and TruHealth test. We discuss the pros and cons of conventional lab ranges, AI interpretations, and how to determine which labs are actually worth your time and money depending on your goals. Th...

In this episode, Kyle Hulbert shares his powerful journey from struggling with anxiety, depression, alcoholism, and burnout to uncovering the hidden root causes behind his health challenges: heavy metal toxicity and low testosterone. He dives into the importance of optimizing health upstream of hormones, the dangers of mercury exposure, and the transformative role detoxification played in reclaimi...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cameron Chesnut to unpack the truth behind today’s booming aesthetics industry and what it really means to age well. Dr. Chesnut breaks down the biggest misconceptions surrounding fillers, Botox, dissolving agents, and “quick-fix” medspa culture, while explaining how metabolic health, inflammation, and lifestyle habits directly influence the appearance and fun...

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Hickle, co-founder and CEO of Throne Science, to explore how smart toilet technology is transforming the future of personalized health tracking. Scott shares the origin story of Throne and explains how their device analyzes biomarkers from urine and stool to provide insights into hydration, gut health, and even prostate function. The conversation dives into...

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Robinson to unpack the real story behind MDMA therapy, challenging common misconceptions and explaining how it can be a powerful tool for healing trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflict. He shares how MDMA, also known as Ecstasy, can help individuals and couples access deeper empathy, improve communication, and better understand one another without bla...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dan Pardi to unpack the science and surprising versatility of creatine, far beyond its reputation as a muscle-building supplement. He breaks down how creatine supports cellular energy production, enhances strength and performance, and may even buffer the effects of sleep deprivation—making it a powerful tool for modern high-performers. The conversation dives i...

What if everything you thought you knew about peptides—and even GLP-1s—was only scratching the surface? In this episode, we sit down with Jay Campbell to unpack the rapidly evolving (and often misunderstood) world of peptide therapy, from regulation challenges and dosing risks to the truth about purity and sourcing. Jay shares what’s really happening behind the scenes with major pharmaceutical pla...

In this episode, we sit down with Hope Pedraza to explore how tools like Human Design and nervous system regulation can help uncover and unwind unhelpful narratives that drive burnout and stress. Hope breaks down the difference between generational and transgenerational patterns, emphasizing that true healing starts with awareness and honoring moments when “mom needs a minute.” The conversation di...

In this episode, we break down the rapidly evolving world of health influencing, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and questioning whether “healthfluencing” can sometimes do more harm than good. We walk listeners through our evaluation framework, using popular products like vibration plates, DOSE liver shots, and clear protein to distinguish between evidence-based tools and o...

This week we're bringing Jason Earle, founder and CEO of GotMold?, back on our podcast to uncover the hidden health impacts of mold exposure. After discovering that mold in his childhood home was the root cause of his severe allergies and asthma, Jason left a successful Wall Street career to help families identify and solve indoor air quality problems. He explains why using bleach on mold can...

In this episode, fertility expert Gabriela Rosa reveals one of the biggest blind spots in modern fertility care: many couples are pushed toward treatments like IVF before receiving a true diagnosis. She breaks down how fertility clinics often operate, why infertility is frequently misunderstood, and how underlying issues such as thyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance, and PCOS can significantly i...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Rabin for a mind-expanding conversation on what we’ve fundamentally gotten wrong about mental health—and why treating symptoms instead of root causes keeps us stuck. They unpack how smartphones hijack our dopamine, why modern convenience works against our nervous systems, and what it really takes to break free from a chronic sympathetic (fight-or-flight)...

In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Thompson, one of Australia’s leading biohackers and author of BIOHACK Me, to unpack the hidden health threat that changed her life: mold exposure. Camilla shares her personal health turning point, how discovering mold in her home sent her body into crisis, and why only some people develop severe symptoms while others don’t. She breaks down mold genes, test...

Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Stephen Cabral where he breaks down why even health-conscious biohackers can struggle with chronic symptoms, pointing to hidden imbalances that standard approaches often miss. He emphasizes starting with gut and immune health and explains why comprehensive lab testing, especially Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), offers insights that blood work alone can’t...

In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Calocurb, to explore a radically different approach to appetite control rooted in real science, not willpower. With decades of leadership in nutrition and food science, Sarah breaks down how GLP-1s work, the downsides of chronic calorie restriction, and the key differences between synthetic drugs like semaglutide and natural GLP-1...

Peptides are having a moment, but they’re not new or foreign to the body. In this episode, we break down what peptides actually are, how they differ from hormones, bioregulators, and supplements, and why they’re better understood as precision signaling tools rather than drugs. We also explain how peptides work using a simple lock-and-key model, how they’re manufactured, and why sourcing, purity, d...

In this eye-opening episode with Nadine Artemis, author of  Renegade Beauty  and  Holistic Dental Care, we challenge everything you thought you knew about the sun. She unpacks why sunlight has become so controversial, tracing the history of heliotherapy and the very real biological need humans have for natural light. Nadine dives into the surprising benefits of sun exposure even in the winter, how...

In this episode, we sit down with Steven Rofrano, founder of MASA Chips and Vandy Chips, to unpack why seed oils are so controversial and how “science” is often used as marketing. We explore the differences between seed oils and vegetable oils, the ways oils are extracted from nature, and how saturated versus unsaturated fats affect metabolism, mitochondria, and oxidative stress. Steven explains t...

In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Taylor, a NYC-based personal trainer, educator, and founder of the Brooke Taylor Fit App. With over 24 years of experience and 111+ certifications, Brooke brings a science-backed, women’s health–focused approach to training that prioritizes longevity and sustainability. We explore why so many people struggle to reach their fitness goals, how to actually use...