Max Lugavere
The Genius Life
Equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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Episodes
512: The Science of How Your Nervous System Stores Trauma, and How to Rewire It for Healing | Aimie Apigian, MD 29.09.2025 1:17:24
In this episode, we dive into Dr. Aimie Apigian's groundbreaking new book The Biology of Trauma to explore how trauma gets wired into your nervous system—and the science-backed tools to finally rewire it for healing and resilience. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube....
511: From Rock Star to Startup Founder – Art, AI, and a Live Song That'll Give You Chills | Ryan Star 24.09.2025 1:08:40
Rock star turned tech founder Ryan Star joins Max to talk music, AI, creativity, connection, and closes the show with a live performance of "Where the Island Ends" off his album Angels + Animals . 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary...
AMA 2: Protein Goals, Longevity Supplements, and the Food Myths Holding You Back 22.09.2025 1:11:49
In this AMA, we dig into protein goals, the truth about saturated fat, the best supplements for health and longevity, clean eating vs. ultra-processed foods, and even the latest science on nicotine pouches—so you can make smarter choices for your body and brain. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on Y...
510: Why Your Spine Is the Key to Longevity, Sexual Health and Pain-Free Living | Jared Ament, MD 17.09.2025 1:04:37
Dr. Jared Ament is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in brain and spine health, advanced motion-preserving spine surgery, and minimally invasive techniques aimed at restoring quality of life and keeping patients pain-free. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/m...
509: The Science of Beating Stress, Overthinking, and Uncertainty for Good | Bobby Parmar, PhD 15.09.2025 58:36
Dr. Bidhan "Bobby" Parmar is a social psychologist, moral philosopher, and professor at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, and author of Radical Doubt , which explores how to turn stress, worry, and uncertainty into catalysts for growth and better decision-making. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe...
508: Always Tired? These 3 Fixes Could Change Your Life | Rupy Aujla, MD 10.09.2025 1:25:25
Dr. Rupy Aujla—NHS medical doctor, founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen , and bestselling author—returns to break down the top 3 hidden reasons you're always tired, and what you can do today to reclaim your energy, focus, and vitality. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.co...
507: The Top 3 Cooking Mistakes Home Cooks Make and How to Fix Them With LA's Top Restauranteur | Jerry Greenberg 08.09.2025 1:36:49
Jerry Greenberg is the visionary restaurateur behind LA favorites like Sugarfish, HiHo, Uovo, and Matu, known for blending passion, precision, and accessibility to redefine how people experience high-quality food. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my...
506: Is Your Mouth Quietly Destroying Your Health? The Link Between Oral Health and Disease | Dominik Nischwitz, ND, DDS 03.09.2025 1:25:09
Your mouth isn’t just about teeth—it’s a powerful window into your overall health, with hidden red flags that can point to nutrient deficiencies, chronic inflammation, and even brain disease. In this episode, Dr. "Dome" aka Dominik Nischwitz reveals the shocking ways oral health connects to whole-body wellness and what you can do right now to protect yourself. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Pre...
505: Is Your Home Making You Sick? Mold, Toxins and Hidden Fertility Risks | Ann Shippy, MD 27.08.2025 1:13:31
Dr. Ann Shippy is a former chemical engineer turned physician, leading expert in environmental and functional medicine, and author of The Preconception Revolution , where she reveals how hidden toxins like mold, pesticides, and PFAS impact health and fertility. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on Y...
AMA 1: The Truth About Cholesterol, Sodium, Creatine, Supplements, Fat Loss and More 20.08.2025 1:04:15
In this first-ever AMA, I answer your top Instagram questions on cholesterol, sodium, creatine for brain health, supplements, fat loss, disc replacement surgery, and more — all for informational purposes only, not medical advice. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxl...
504: How Pesticides, Air Pollution, and Industrial Toxins Are Fueling a Parkinson’s Epidemic | Ray Dorsey, MD 13.08.2025 1:17:57
Dr. Ray Dorsey is a professor of neurology at the University of Rochester and a leading authority on the preventable environmental causes of Parkinson’s disease, and the co-author of The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment , which lays out actionable steps to halt the world’s fastest-growing brain disease. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/...
503: How to Prevent Alzheimer’s Before It Starts (Brain Health Hacks That Actually Work) | Louisa Nicola 06.08.2025 1:19:17
Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist and human performance expert, and the host of The Neuro Experience podcast, where she shares science-backed strategies to optimize brain health, strength, and longevity. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new do...
502: Why You’re Being Lied To About Organic Food, Seed Oils, and AI Therapy | Luke Cook 30.07.2025 1:17:09
Luke Cook is an Australian actor starring in the hit series Good Cop/Bad Cop and the founder of Shakewell , a clean, high-protein beverage brand. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/...
501: High Protein Is Not a Fad – Why It’s Essential for Brain Health, Aging, and More | Rupy Aujla, MD 23.07.2025 1:17:48
Dr. Rupy Aujla is a medical doctor, nutrition expert, and founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen , a platform and app featuring over 1,000 science-backed recipes designed to make healthy eating easy, delicious, and evidence-based. His new cookbook, Healthy High Protein , is out now. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Ge...
500: How to Lose Belly Fat, Sleep Better, and Stop Suffering Through Menopause Now | Tamsen Fadal 16.07.2025 1:04:45
Tamsen Fadal is an Emmy-winning journalist, menopause advocate, and author of How to Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life, and Feel Even Better Than Before , empowering women with the latest science and solutions to navigate midlife with confidence. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Li...
499: How to Reduce Bloating, Stop Excessive Gas, and Improve Digestion Naturally | Kiran Krishnan 09.07.2025 1:10:32
Kiran Krishnan is a research microbiologist and Chief Scientific Officer at Just Thrive , with expertise in gut health, probiotics, and the human microbiome. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlug...
498: Why You’re Still Stuck Even After Years of Therapy (Powerful Tools to Heal the Mind) | Michael Sapiro, PsyD 02.07.2025 1:20:31
Dr. Michael Sapiro is a clinical psychologist, ordained Zen Buddhist monk, and the author of Truth Medicine , a powerful new book exploring the healing potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy, presence, and inner transformation. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/max...
497: Is Protein Political Now? The War on Wellness and What It Means for Your Health | Luke Cook 25.06.2025 1:20:39
Luke Cook is an actor, comedian, wellness enthusiast, and creator best known for his roles in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and the new series Good Cop/Bad Cop , as well as co-founder of the clean-label protein company Shakewell . 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com...
496: Are Plastics Killing Us? Phthalates, Endocrine Disruptors, and the Hidden Risk of Heart Disease | Leonardo Trasande, MD 18.06.2025 1:09:21
Dr. Leo Trasande is a pediatrician, professor at NYU, and one of the world’s leading researchers on how environmental toxins like endocrine-disrupting chemicals impact human health. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little Empty Bo...
495: The Truth About Pelvic Floor Health Every Woman (and Man) Should Know | Sara Reardon, DPT 11.06.2025 1:09:32
Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic health physical therapist and founder of The Vagina Whisperer platform, where she educates the public on all things pelvic floor. She’s the author of the new book Floored: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage―A Comprehensive Guide for Women of All Ages . 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.l...
494: How Exercise and Creatine Work Together to Fight Depression | Nicholas Fabiano, MD 04.06.2025 1:19:06
Dr. Nicholas Fabiano is a psychiatry resident and researcher exploring the powerful role of exercise, nutrition, and supplements like creatine in the treatment and prevention of mental illness. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Lit...
493: How to Stop Obsessing Over People Who Hurt You, Backed by Neuroscience | James Kimmel, Jr. 28.05.2025 1:20:07
James Kimmel, Jr. is a Yale-trained lawyer, violence researcher, and author of The Science of Revenge , who explores how the brain’s addiction to retaliation fuels everything from personal conflict to mass violence. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch...
492: A Pediatrician’s Honest Take on Vaccine Safety | Joel Warsh, MD 26.05.2025 1:09:31
Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh is a board-certified pediatrician and integrative medicine expert, and the author of Between a Shot and a Hard Place , a groundbreaking new book exploring vaccine safety, medical freedom, and the future of children's health. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! -...
491: How to Rewire Your Brain and Control Your Emotions for Unshakable Mental Strength | Dave Asprey 21.05.2025 1:30:49
Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, creator of Danger Coffee, and host of the top-ranked podcast The Human Upgrade . His latest book, Heavily Meditated , offers a fast-track method to dissolve stress, rewire your brain, and reclaim emotional control using cutting-edge neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and high-performance tools. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Dis...
490: The Surprising Daily Habits of People Who Stay Lean Without Trying | Thomas DeLauer 19.05.2025 1:14:20
Thomas DeLauer is a health and fitness expert, best known for his viral YouTube content where he breaks down complex nutrition and fat loss science into actionable strategies for millions of viewers. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documenta...
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