The Decision Lab Podcast

In Today’s Episode: Can You Meet Your Future Self? Join host Cody Isabel—brain scientist and founder of Mind Brain Body Lab—as he breaks down groundbreaking research from UCLA that could radically transform the way you make decisions. In this solo episode, Cody unpacks the science of how your relationship with your future self directly impacts your health, motivation, and everyday choices. This is...

In Today’s Episode: Can Snacks Boost Your Brain? Join us as we talk with Chris “Bernie” Bernard, co-founder and CEO of MindRight, who shares his incredible journey from building a global snowboarding brand to pioneering brain-boosting snacks. Bernie reveals how personal struggles with burnout and brain fog inspired him to dive deep into the world of nootropics, adaptogens, and transparent suppleme...

In Today’s Episode: Could AI Replace Therapists? Join hosts Cody Isabel and Chloe Deutscher as they unpack the rise of AI-powered therapy, new neuroscience behind Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shocking greenwashing scandal shaking the supplement world. This host-only episode is packed with sharp takes, emerging science, and questions that challenge the future of health and wellness. Key Takeaways f...

In Today’s Episode: Can You Hack Safety? Join us as we talk with Dr. David Rabin, a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro, who shares his insights on how safety — not just therapy or medication — may be the foundational key to healing trauma and optimizing performance. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How vibration, touch, and sound can activate the vagus...

In Today’s Episode: Is Anxiety Optional? Join us as we talk with Todd Steinberg, founder of Komuso Design and creator of the Shift, who shares his insights on using breathwork as a wearable, science-backed solution to everyday stress and anxiety. From childhood anxiety to entrepreneurship, Todd’s journey reveals how simple tools can create profound mental clarity. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episod...

In Today’s Episode: Can Cookies Fight Diabetes? Join us as we talk with Amy Cohn, CEO and Founder of Joy Days, who shares her insights on how low glycemic, blood sugar-balancing snacks can help reshape the future of health — especially for those managing diabetes or chronic illness. A former media and tech executive whose colon cancer diagnosis changed everything, Amy opens up about the food syste...

In Today’s Episode: Can Calm Be Instant? Join us as we talk with JP Errico, founder of Truvaga and a pioneer in wearable neurostimulation, who shares his insights on how vagus nerve stimulation could be the key to instant calm. From neuroimmunology to real-world results, JP breaks down the science behind Truvaga’s handheld device in a way that’s both rigorous and surprisingly relatable. Key Takeaw...

In Today’s Episode: Can Vibes Heal You? Join us as we talk with Stefan Chmelik, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Sensate, who shares his insights on using sound and infrasound to regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve well-being. From ancient practices to cutting-edge tech, Stefan breaks down how vibrotactile therapy is changing the wellness game — and why feeling better m...

In Today’s Episode: Are You Addicted to Distraction? Join us as we talk with Marco Rullo, founder of Kokoro and a visionary at the intersection of behavioral economics, innovation, and holistic wellness. Marco shares his powerful personal story and the neuroscience-backed mission behind Kokoro — a platform designed to reclaim your attention and rebuild your mind, body, and spirit. Key Takeaways fr...

In Today’s Episode: Could Mushrooms Replace Medicine? Join us as we talk with Jeff Stevens, Co-Founder and CEO of Psyched Wellness, a Canadian company pioneering the use of Amanita muscaria — a historically misunderstood mushroom — in the wellness space. Jeff shares how Psyched Wellness became the first company to bring this mushroom to market as a safe, science-backed supplement. Key Takeaways fr...

In Today’s Episode: Is Death Still Inevitable? Join us as we talk with Filippo Nigro, CEO and Founder of Youth Health Tech, who shares his insights on smartphone-based preventative health screenings, the future of longevity, and what it might take to live forever. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How your smartphone could soon replace routine health checkups -Why late diagnoses are still a glo...

In Today’s Episode: Can You Hack Your Brain? Join us as we talk with Dr. Mustafa Hamada, Chief Science and Product Officer at Mendi, a neurotechnology startup from Sweden. Dr. Hamada shares his insights on how neurofeedback can enhance focus, mental clarity, and overall brain health—and whether you can truly "hack" your brain to perform better. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How neurofeedbac...

In Today’s Episode: Can AI Predict Depression? Join us as we talk with Craig Mason, Co-founder and CEO of Raise Health, who shares his insights on how AI is transforming mental health by detecting early warning signs and connecting people with the right support. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -AI can detect signs of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts through language patterns. -Most p...

In Today’s Episode: Can Writing Really Heal You? Join us as we talk with Arthur Gutch, CEO of Lifewrite, a revolutionary platform combining intentional writing with AI to transform mental and physical well-being. Arthur shares how structured self-reflection and mindful writing can spark personal growth, resilience, and even performance enhancement. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How writing...

In Today’s Episode: Is Your Smile Poisonous? Join us as we talk with Dr. Kenny Brown, oral and maxillofacial surgeon and co-founder of Feno, who reveals the shocking connection between oral health and overall wellness. Discover how bacteria in your mouth might be affecting your brain, heart, and more—plus, learn about a groundbreaking device that could change how we brush forever. Key Takeaways fr...

In Today’s Episode: Is Mental Fatigue Real with Ben Wisbey Join us as we talk with Ben Wisbey, performance scientist and founder of Pylot, who shares his insights on mental fatigue, productivity, and the science of optimizing cognitive performance. Ben has spent two decades working with elite athletes and has now turned his expertise toward helping professionals and high-achievers manage their men...

In Today’s Episode: Is Your Search Rigged? Join us as we talk with Mandy Poston, founder and CEO of Availyst, who shares her insights on why small food and beverage brands struggle to be discovered and how Availyst is working to fix this broken system. We dive into the flaws of traditional food marketing, the role of ad budgets in visibility, and what consumers can do to find better choices. Key T...

In Today’s Episode: The Neuroscience of You Join us as we talk with Ariel Garten, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Muse, who shares her journey from fashion design to neuroscience and how she built a groundbreaking brain tech company that helps people improve focus, meditation, and mental well-being. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -You don’t have to choose between creativity and s...

In Today’s Episode: Success Isn't Solo with Keith Chaney Join us as we talk with Keith Chaney, co-founder & CEO of Peadbo, a platform designed to help professionals build personal advisory boards for success. Keith shares his insights on why the idea of being "self-made" is misleading, how mentorship and community shape success, and why strategic relationships are the key to unlocking new opportun...

In Today’s Episode: Meet the Hosts Join us as we take a break from interviews and dive into a special solocast episode! Cody and Chloe share their unfiltered thoughts on the wellness industry, high-achieving mindsets, and the hidden psychological tricks behind marketing and consumer behavior. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -The biggest marketing lies in the wellness space (and how to spot the...

In Today’s Episode: Why Breath Matters Join us as we talk with Dr. Jana Reiger, founder of TrueAngle and creator of Breth, a groundbreaking wearable that helps people optimize their breathing using haptic technology. Dr. Reiger shares how her personal experiences with anxiety and her background in respiratory kinematics led her to develop solutions that empower people to take control of their brea...

In Today’s Episode: Brain Fog to Beaming with Sam Womack Join us as we talk with Sam Womack, founder of Beam Hyperbarics and wellness innovator, who shares his journey from battling debilitating brain fog to reshaping lives with cutting-edge hyperbaric oxygen therapy and parasympathetic nervous system activation. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How hyperbaric oxygen therapy can heal the brain...

In Today’s Episode: Healing with Light: Fact or Fiction? Join us as we talk with Staci Holweger, a holistic health and wellness entrepreneur, Reiki master, and advocate for cutting-edge wellness technology. Holweger shares her transformative journey into quantum integrative medicine and how her experiences as a mother led her to explore alternative therapies and technologies like LifeWave patches....

In Today’s Episode: The Brain-Gut Fix You’ve Never Tried Join us as we talk with Sarah Turner, neuroscientist, biohacker, and CEO of Sarah Thrive LLC, who shares her groundbreaking insights on how red light therapy can revolutionize brain and gut health. With her deep expertise in neuroscience, nutritional medicine, and photobiomodulation, Sarah explains the fascinating science behind the brain-gu...

In Today’s Episode: "Is Personalized Health the Future" Join us as we talk with Vadim Fedotov, founder of Bionic and former professional athlete, who shares his insights on the future of personalized health and how cutting-edge innovations in supplements and blood testing are reshaping wellness. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How personalized health solutions can outperform one-size-fits-all...