The SuperHuman Academy Podcast

Greetings, SuperFriends! Chris Duffin joins us today to discuss the science of human performance, focusing on why recovery and resilience are driven by cellular signaling rather than sheer willpower. Drawing from his extensive experience in physical achievement and systems thinking, we explore how to optimize your body's recovery systems, the importance of foundational mechanics, and why sustainab...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Michelle Walters joins us today to explore the science and practice of hypnotherapy, what hypnosis actually is, and how it can help people build confidence, change behaviors, and expand what they believe is possible. Drawing from her experience as a certified hypnotherapist, we discuss subconscious programming, positive suggestion, emotional states, confidence cues, and wh...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Michael Ostrolenk joins us today to explore the hidden emotional mechanics behind communication, conflict, and connection, and why most conversations fail long before the actual problem is discussed. Drawing from decades of work in somatics, resilience training, and human development, we discuss nervous system regulation, emotional safety, reflective listening, and the ide...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Dr. Steve Rondeau joins us today to explore how different brain patterns influence performance, focus, stress, learning, and behavior and why "normal" may not actually be the goal. Drawing from over 50,000 EEG brain scans, we discuss ADHD-like traits, high-performance wiring, meditation, environment fit, and the idea that many so-called weaknesses may actually become stren...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Dr. Bill Andrews, a molecular biologist and longevity researcher, joins us today to explore the science of aging and the possibility that it may be more reversible than we think. We discuss telomeres and telomerase, as well as how understanding the biological mechanisms behind aging could reshape the future of health and human lifespan. If you've ever wondered whether agin...

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Packard, an engineer turned anxiety and fear specialist, to explore how anxiety, procrastination, and self-doubt may all stem from the same underlying nervous system response. We discuss why many personal development approaches fall short, how fear shows up physically in the body, and what it looks like to engineer your internal syst...

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, I sit down with Edit B Kiss, a former petroleum engineer turned healing practitioner, to explore how unresolved memories may shape our current reactions, habits, and challenges. We discuss how meditation and subconscious work can help release emotional patterns and create new possibilities in the present. If you've ever noticed recurring frustrations or em...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Danielle McGeough joins us for a thoughtful conversation about beliefs, identity, and the role of self-reflection in personal growth. We explore how planning and journaling can become tools for understanding your patterns, expanding your emotional awareness, and holding identity more lightly. If you've ever felt torn between wanting certainty and wanting freedom to evolve,...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Adam Ludwin went from building a $100M+ tech company to building one of the fastest-growing breathwork platforms for high performers. In this episode, he explains how functional breathing can improve focus, sleep, stress resilience, and long-term health, without adding more to your schedule. If you care about performance, longevity, or simply feeling sharper day to day, th...

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, Amy Shaw shares how she navigated the loss of her husband while raising ten children on her own, many with special needs. Rather than being defined by grief, she chose presence, faith, and gratitude as daily practices, finding clarity and strength in the middle of chaos. This conversation explores resilience, spiritual trust, and how asking better question...

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, communication coach Salvatore Manzi explores why confidence in conversation is rooted in the body, not just the mind. Through a live coaching session, the discussion examines posture, breath, mirroring, and somatic awareness as practical tools for clearer, more grounded communication. Learn how physical congruence shapes trust, presence, and impact in ever...

Greetings, SuperFriends! Grief is uncomfortable not because we don't care, but because we don't know how to be present with it. In this episode, Aurora Winter shares how loss reshaped her life after the sudden death of her husband and why healing begins not with the right words, but with presence. Through her PEACE Method, Aurora offers a practical and compassionate way to sit with grief, your own...

Greetings, SuperFriends! What if a few conscious moments could give you control over your reactions, your focus, and even your emotional state? This week, Anthony Abbagnano takes us beyond simple breathing techniques, showing how awareness can turn ordinary moments into opportunities for clarity, creativity, and realignment, helping you move from overwhelm to agency. This episode is for anyone rea...

Greetings, SuperFriends and warm holiday wishes to you and your loved ones! As we wrap up the year, here's a friendly reminder: the energy and clarity you've been wanting to get back might just be sitting in your lungs. In this episode, Kurtis Lee Thomas shares how breathwork reshaped his life after years of fatigue, stress, and stalled progress. Through his Breathwork Detox method, thousands have...

Greetings, SuperFriends! What if every conversation you have could quietly make you better? In this episode, performance coach David Ian Wood explains how real-time AI feedback is reshaping communication, leadership, and personal growth. Through Whisper Lead , his AI-assisted coaching tool, he shows how subtle habits such as tone, pacing, interruptions, and filler words can be tracked and improved...

Greetings, SuperFriends! What happens when everything you rely on, your body, your identity, your sense of control that suddenly disappears? This week, Dan – Born SuperHuman, joins us to share how he rebuilt his mind and body after multiple traumatic injuries, including partial brain death. Through simple daily practices rooted in mindset, movement, and disciplined awareness, he discovered that th...

Greetings, SuperFriends! What if the hardest thing you've ever done… is just the start? In this episode, ultramarathon legend Dean Karnazes and endurance  athlete  Edward Rahill share what it truly takes to push beyond limits, both  physically, mentally, and spiritually. Dean ran 3,000 miles across America. Ed drove coast to coast under relentless pressure. But their stories aren't just about endu...

Greetings, SuperFriends! When life gets chaotic, most people freeze, while elite performers adapt. In this episode, retired Navy SEAL and author Marty Strong reveals how to build unshakable mental resilience in business and life. Learn to think clearly, act decisively, and thrive when everything feels out of control. – Collin Jewett

Greetings, SuperFriends! Why do modern relationships feel more disconnected than ever?  Relationship coach Andre Paradis reveals the counterintuitive truth: it's not about love, it's about polarity. In this powerful episode, he breaks down the real differences between men and women, why emotional safety matters more than vulnerability, and how "equality" in relationships is killing attraction.  Ge...

Greetings, SuperFriends! In this episode, Marine veteran and strength coach Brandon Mancine shares how he developed what he calls Whole Life Strength — the mental, physical, and emotional resilience to face adversity, recover from setbacks, and lead with purpose. From surviving a catastrophic accident to redefining strength as more than muscle, Brandon unpacks the habits, mindset shifts, and daily...

Greetings, SuperFriends! What if your anxiety isn't just in your head—it's in your gut? In this episode with Dr. Momoko Uno, we explore the hidden link between trauma, gut health, and resilience. You'll learn how emotional wounds show up in the body, why healing your microbiome is key to mental well-being, and how to stop waiting to live the life you want. – Collin Jewett

Greetings, SuperFriends! Most biohacks are backwards. In this episode with Joe Cohen, founder of SelfDecode, we explore why starting with your DNA, labs, and the basics is the smartest way to optimize your energy, cognition, and longevity before chasing shiny supplements or exotic hacks. – Collin Jewett

Greetings, SuperFriends! Mistakes aren't setbacks—they're proof you're growing.  In this episode with Joel Bouchard, we dive into why failure fuels learning, how curiosity sparks creativity, and why life is better when you play with questions instead of chasing perfect answers. - Collin Jewett

Greetings, SuperFriends! After a traumatic brain injury, Kelly Tuttle had to rebuild everything from memory to identity. In this episode, she shares the overlooked truths about brain injury recovery, practical tools for healing, and how small habits can help you reclaim your life and stay in the fight. - Collin Jewett

Greetings, SuperFriends! What if one question could save a life? In this episode, Lisa Sugarman breaks down the practical tools, language, and mindset we all need to support someone facing a mental health crisis. This is the conversation every leader, friend, and parent should hear. - Collin Jewett