Nick Pineault

Smarter Tech

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Is "smart" tech the new stupid? Tech addiction, sleep-disturbing blue-light, electromagnetic radiation, and goldfish-level attention span… how can we do better? On the Smarter Tech podcast, safe tech advocate Nick Pineault and his guests will inspire you to use technology in a way that's safe, mindful and health-promoting. Episodes release monthly. Topics will include the risks of excessive exposure to electromagnetic radiation, artificial light and health, tech addiction, children and screen time, and a deep exploration of the good, the bad and the ugly sides of technology.

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Nick Pineault

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Health

Podcast website

theemfguy.com

Latest episode

Nov 15, 2025

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Episodes

Ancestral Practices to Build EMF Resilience 30.06.2021

How can you help your body cope better with ambient levels of electro-pollution which you have little control over? This is the question that Nick tries to answer in this packed presentation he first gave at Nourish Vermont 2019. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/049

Killing Dirty Electricity At The Source w/ B.D. Erickson II 16.06.2021

The water crisis in Flint, Michigan has clearly demonstrated that tap water is often tainted with toxins and should be filtered. Could the same be true for electricity? In this fascinating episode, Nick chats with B.D. Erickson II, CEO of Satic inc. -- a company specialized in filtering out the dirty electricity running everywhere on the power grid.  Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy...

Musk Is Clueless About EMFs 02.06.2021

On the Joe Rogan podcast, billionaire Elon Musk argued that EMF radiation from cell phones has no biological effect whatsoever. In this episode, Nick deconstructs why Musk is completely wrong about these effects, and shows what the latest science actually says. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/047

Easy Ways To Minimize Blue Light w/ Nick Pineault 19.05.2021

Excessive exposure to blue light can harm your eyes and hurt your sleep quality. In this short episode, Nick shares some of the easiest ways you can minimize your exposure to this unrecognized type of electro-pollution. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/046

The Problem With EMFs in 10 Minutes 05.05.2021

In this episode, Nick goes back to the very basics. In just 10 minutes, he explains the layman version of why the EMFs emitted by your phone, wifi routers or Bluetooth gadgets are anything but safe. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/045

How EMFs Impact Your Electric Body w/ Dr. Zach Bush 21.04.2021

Dr. Zach Bush has been widely recognized for his unique perspective on biology and the microbiome. In this episode of Smarter Tech, he shares how he first realized that some of his patients suffer from electro sensitivity, and dives deep into how electro-pollution impacts our electric body. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/044

The Dangers of Worrying About EMFs w/ Nick Pineault 07.04.2021

Are you worrying too much about EMFs? In this discussion, Nick explains how the fear response many people have towards electro-pollution may make them sick, and dives into the science on the "nocebo" effect. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/043

Phonegate: You Are Overexposed (part 1) w/ Nick Pineault 24.03.2021

Everyone has heard about the "Dieselgate" scandal… but have you ever heard about "Phonegate"? In this episode, Nick explains how your phone exposes you radiation levels that are multiple times over the already-obsolete FCC limit. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/042

The Political Fight Against EMF Denial w/ Cece Doucette 10.03.2021

In January, a landmark report on EMFs in New Hampshire showed "great evidence of harm and failure of industry and government agencies to protect the public." In this episode, Nick talks with Cece Doucette who reveals how this report came to be, and how it might trigger change at the US State level. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/041

The Legal Fight Against The FCC w/ Dafna Tachover 24.02.2021

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has clung on to EMF radiation guidelines that are decades old, claiming they are "perfectly safe". In this episode, Nick interviews attorney Dafna Tachover who is part of the team fighting a legal battle against the FCC and its obvious conflicts of interest. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/040

Declassified: EMF Dangers Were Known 50+ Years Ago 10.02.2021

Various military documents have been unclassified in the last few years, and show clearly that there were concerns back more than 50 years ago about the potential health effects of electro-pollution. In this episode, Nick digs into the shocking research which demonstrates that our EMF safety standards are all but safe... Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/039

Is 5G Really Dangerous? w/ Prof. Olle Johansson 27.01.2021

5G networks and the radiation they emit have been a huge topic in 2020 -- and stirred a lot of controversy on both sides of the safety debate. Has 5G been properly studied? In this first episode of the second season of Smarter Tech, Nick tries to dig out the truth by picking the brain of top EMF scientist Prof. Olle Johansson. Full show notes available at: theemfguy.com/038

My Biggest Lessons in 2020 16.12.2020

In this very personal episode, I share the most important lessons I've learned this year and tell you how to better navigate the uncertainty, "misinformation", censorship and polarization we're increasingly seeing online. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/037

4 Top Unscientific Myths About EMFs & 5G 09.12.2020

Are higher EMF frequencies (like 5G millimeter waves) more dangerous? A lot of people think so, but that's actually not what science shows. In this episode, Nick busts some of the top myths he's been reading about this year around EMFs and 5G. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/036

All About Dirty Electricity Filters w/ Kim Lear 02.12.2020

"Dirty Electricity" is a type of electro-pollution that very few people know about, but it remains an important one that can stress your body and probably impacts your sleep quality. In this episode, Nick chats with Kim Lear from Greenwave International, a company who manufactures special filters that can help reduce the levels of dirty electricity in your home. Full show notes available at: https...

Can You Shield Against 5G? w/ Brian Hoyer 25.11.2020

Can you shield against the electro-pollution/EMFs emitted by the new 5G towers that are being rolled out worldwide? In this episode, I pick the brain of top EMF mitigation specialist Brian Hoyer as we dive deep into solutions to the 5G problem. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/034

6 Ways to Make Your Wifi Router Safer 18.11.2020

Your wifi router is one of the worst sources of electro-pollution inside your home. How can you tame that EMF-emitting beast? In this episode, Nick shares 6 different ways you can minimize the exposure you're getting from your router and keep your entire family safe. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/033

Will EMFs Become a Class 1 Carcinogen? w/ Nick Pineault 11.11.2020

Did you know that the radiation emitted by your phone or wifi router were classified as a Class 2B carcinogen back in 2011? In this episode, Nick dives deep into why EMFs might eventually become a Class 1 carcinogen next to asbestos and smoking. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/032

Parenting Around Tech & Screentime in 2020 w/ Paul Chek 04.11.2020

How much screen time is too much? How can you mindfully use the Internet to help your kids learn faster, but without making them addicted to tablets or phones? In this episode, I pick the brain of my mentor Paul Chek on how we can all maintain a healthy relationship with technology. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/031

5G Satellites: What Do We Actually Know? 28.10.2020

The FCC approved the launch of thousands of 5G satellites launched by SpaceX, Amazon, OneWeb and several other corporations. How will these satellites impact human health, all of biology, and our planet? Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/030

Making Self-Experimentation Scientific Again w/ Alex Tarnava 21.10.2020

The hype around "biohacking", the art of self-experimentation to better your health, is at an all-time hype. But how can you tell what works for you, and what doesn't? Nick sits down with Alex Tarnava who recently launched a new project to make self-experimentation scientific again. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/029

The Rise of "Safer" Cell Phones: 6 Exciting Developments 14.10.2020

In a world where most cell phones are built with higher speed (more radiation!) and more functionality in mind, some pioneering companies are trying to come up with safer alternatives. In this episode, I highlight 6 innovative companies that are trying to bring to market cell phones that are lower-EMF, low in blue light, less addictive and more environmentally-friendly. Full show notes available a...

The Benefits of EMF-Blocking Underwear w/ Arthur Menard 07.10.2020

EMF-blocking clothes have been around for a long while, but not all are created equal. In this episode, Nick chats with Arthur Menard, CEO of Lambs -- a company pioneering personal protection garments that combine great looks and a great and lasting EMF-blocking ability. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/027

BioGeometry: Science-Based EMF Harmonization? w/ Dr. Ibrahim Karim 30.09.2020

Dr. Karim is the founder of BioGeometry, a qualitative science which uses the subtle energy effect of geometrical shapes to induce harmony to our modern technological or natural environments. In this episode, I explore what I consider is one of the most promising developments in EMF-harmonizing devices, and pick Dr. Karim's brain about his unconventional approach. Full show notes available at: htt...

How to Take Hydrogen, Part 2 w/ Alex Tarnava 23.09.2020

Who's better equipped to discuss how we can benefit from molecular hydrogen than the man who invented the H2 tablets everyone talks about in the biohacking space? In this second episode of my series on hydrogen, I'm talking with Alex Tarnava, CEO of DrinkHRW and a passionate independent researcher, entrepreneur and critical thinker. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/025

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