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AGEIST

David Stewart

270 episodes

2 days ago

When it comes to optimizing our entire biological systems from the ground up, where do we start? This week, Dr. Scott Sherr introduces Health Optimization Medicine, a groundbreaking clinical framework targeting cellular and gut health to restore our bodies to their optimal state. He shares how modern tests can guide personalized, data-driven interventions, and why most people are missing this foundation in both traditional and functional medicine. Whether you're a biohacker or a health practi...

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When it comes to optimizing our entire biological systems from the ground up, where do we start? This week, Dr. Scott Sherr introduces Health Optimization Medicine, a groundbreaking clinical framework targeting cellular and gut health to restore our bodies to their optimal state. He shares how modern tests can guide personalized, data-driven interventions, and why most people are missing this foundation in both traditional and functional medicine. Whether you're a biohacker or a health practi...

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Self-Improvement

Episodes (20/270)

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Dr. Scott Sherr on Gut Health and Longevity

When it comes to optimizing our entire biological systems from the ground up, where do we start? This week, Dr. Scott Sherr introduces Health Optimization Medicine, a groundbreaking clinical framework targeting cellular and gut health to restore our bodies to their optimal state. He shares how modern tests can guide personalized, data-driven interventions, and why most people are missing this foundation in both traditional and functional medicine. Whether you're a biohacker or a health practi...

2 days ago

51 minutes

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Michel May: Hidden Toxins In Your Bedding

Michel May, founder of Aizome and expert in nontoxic textiles, joins us to unpack the hidden health hazards in our bedding. He explains how synthetic dyes and petrochemical-based textiles may be impacting our health, particularly our skin microbiome and immune system. Michel walks us through the lack of regulation in the textile industry and how misleading labeling allows harmful substances into our homes. He also shares his take on choosing healthier bedding materials, including why natural,...

3 weeks ago

43 minutes

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Dr. Ella Faktorovich on Lens Implants and Aging Eyes

Dr. Ella Faktorovich joins us to unpack the latest advances in laser vision correction and lens implant surgery. She breaks down what makes these procedures safer and more effective than ever, and who stands to benefit most. We explore the life-changing impact that improved vision can have on vitality, independence, and mental clarity, especially for those over 40. Whether you’re tired of glasses, struggling with contact lenses, or curious about new options, this episode will show you how to ...

1 month ago

33 minutes

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Dr. Brendan Murray: The Myth of Age-Related Pain

Dr. Brendan Murray shares insights from decades of experience treating elite athletes and everyday patients alike. He explains why poor movement mechanics, not aging, are the real cause of most joint pain and physical decline. Listeners will learn how to recognize faulty compensation patterns, understand the difference between stimulation and irritation in recovery, and create training plans that build resilience without injury. Brendan makes the case for personalized movement correction as t...

1 month ago

37 minutes

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Eric Williamson, PhD: Stop Fearing Seed Oils

Eric Williamson, PhD, registered dietitian and Director of Nutrition at Canyon Ranch, lays out a clear, practical roadmap for building a better relationship with food. For starters, he explains why one-size-fits-all advice around protein, fiber, and fat often misses the mark. Learn how to optimize your diet without stress, fear, or gimmicks, especially as you age. From fiber-rich meals to evidence-based takes on seed oils and sweeteners, Eric offers straight answers rooted in science, not tre...

1 month ago

49 minutes

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Dr. Suzanne Gilberg: The Truth About HRT

Dr. Suzanne Gilberg is shifting the menopause conversation with science, compassion, and boldness. In this re-airing of one of our favorite episodes, she addresses common fears about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), especially the perceived connection to breast cancer, and unpacks what current data really shows. She also emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind as science evolves and shares what excites her most about women’s health and aging today. All in all, Dr. Suzanne’s perspe...

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Mike Siemens on Training Smarter After 50

Mike Siemens, Director of Performance Science at Canyon Ranch, explains how performance science helps people train for what really matters—from lifting a suitcase to hiking at 90. He breaks down the importance of VO2 max, zone 2 training, and strength work, particularly for those over 50. Mike offers clear, actionable strategies for balancing recovery, building functional strength, and staying consistent. This is a highly informative episode for anyone who wants to age with power, purpose, an...

1 month ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Amy Hawthorne on Shame, Trauma, & Healing

Amy Hawthorne, director of mental health and wellness at Canyon Ranch, joins us on The AGEIST Podcast to talk about the real drivers of change, and why simply knowing what to do often isn’t enough. She explains how shame, trauma, and outdated emotional tools shape our habits and relationships, especially as we age. Amy introduces self-compassion as an essential tool, not a luxury, for building resilience and long-term health. Take a pause, tune in, and walk away from this conversation knowing...

2 months ago

58 minutes

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Mark Rampolla on Energy, Focus, and Meaning

What happens when you reach the pinnacle of business success—and feel completely trapped? We invited one of our recent featured profiles, Mark Rampolla, founder of ZICO Coconut Water and the author of The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom, to join us on The AGEIST Podcast. He challenges the relentless drive that defines most entrepreneurial lives by opening up about the emotional and physical toll his hustle took and how he rebuilt his life around energy, discipline, and self-awareness. Mark al...

2 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Adam Smith on Spirituality & Aging

This week, spiritual wellness expert Adam Smith joins us from Canyon Ranch to talk about finding calm and clarity in today’s chaotic world. With clinical pastoral training and years of experience supporting people through trauma and hospice care, Adam offers practical ways to build presence, reduce anxiety, and develop spiritual resilience. He explains why embracing uncertainty can be more powerful than chasing control, plus how practices like walking meditation, mindfulness, and curiosity he...

2 months ago

54 minutes

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Heidi Clements & Constance Zimmer on Radical Aging

Heidi Clements and Constance Zimmer, co-hosts of the podcast Talk 50 to Me, are rewriting the rules of midlife and aging out loud. In this bold, unfiltered conversation, they unabashedly talk about why women over 50 are finally done staying quiet and what real empowerment looks like. From dismantling anti-aging myths to calling out the beauty industry’s obsession with youth, Heidi and Constance offer insights that are both rebellious as well as deeply inspiring and practical. So if you’ve eve...

2 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

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Dr. David Spiegel on Hypnosis and Healthspan

Can controlling your mind control your health? This week on The AGEIST Podcast, we revisit a powerful episode from the archives. Dr. David Spiegel, one of the world’s leading experts on hypnosis and psycho-oncology, explains how stress, sleep, and emotional regulation directly influence survival, especially in cancer patients. He also shares how self-hypnosis and structured breathing can reduce pain, anxiety, and even tremors—tools now made widely accessible through his app, Reveri. Optimize ...

3 months ago

59 minutes

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Dr. Cathy Eason: The Role of Nitric Oxide in Aging Well

What if one simple molecule could improve your energy, brain clarity, hormone balance, and heart health? Functional nutritionist Dr. Cathy Eason joins us on The AGEIST Podcast to share why nitric oxide (NO) is an often-overlooked key to healthy aging, and how most people over 35 are deficient. She breaks down how testing your levels is a quick, simple way to know your NO levels (it only takes 15 seconds), as well as how to increase your NO through diet, lifestyle, and a clinically tested supp...

3 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

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Dr. Chris Renna Talks Autologous Stem Cell Therapy

This week, we welcome Dr. Chris Renna back to The AGEIST Podcast to break down one of the most hyped but least understood subjects in modern health: stem cells. Along with providing a clear explanation of how different types of stem cells function, he talks about how they interact with our immune systems and why most “stem cell therapies” people hear about are missing the point. Tune in to learn what actually works, the difference between redeploying vs. reloading stem cells, and the critical...

3 months ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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Sieglinde Othmer, PhD: Staying Curious at 84

Author and longevity advocate Sieglinde Othmer, PhD, is rewriting the narrative of aging. From her book, Joyous Longevity: The A to Z Field Guide, to this inspiring conversation, she shares the simple yet powerful habits that help her stay mentally sharp, physically well, and joyfully engaged with life. From morning walks with a notepad to her Mediterranean-style diet, Sieglinde outlines the daily practices that anyone can adopt at any age. Tune in to walk away with fresh motivation to take c...

3 months ago

48 minutes

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Dr. Paul Kolodzik: GLP-1s for Alcohol Abuse

How do you treat alcohol use disorder (formerly called alcoholism) without requiring total abstinence? This week, Dr. Paul Kolodzik returns to The AGEIST Podcast to discuss his pioneering work around GLP-1s: using these medications to help people reduce their alcohol intake. Drawing on his background in emergency and addiction medicine, Dr. Kolodzik outlines how these off-label uses can drastically reduce consumption, often by 60–70%, even in heavy drinkers. Learn why harm reduction, not abst...

4 months ago

1 hour

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Brian MacKenzie on Breath, Stress, and Resilience

Brian MacKenzie has trained some of the world’s top athletes, but today his focus is on something far more universal: how we breathe and regulate stress. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast, he breaks down why breath control is the most underutilized tool for improving health, sleep, and performance at any age. He explains how the nervous system can be trained just like a muscle, offering practical tools to build resilience and adaptability in daily life. Tune in to walk away with new strat...

4 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

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Katy Bowman Says Stop Over-Exercising

What if the aches and pains of aging weren’t inevitable but simply a sign of movement malnourishment? Katy Bowman, biomechanist and author of several books, including Move Your DNA, returns to challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise and health. She introduces the idea of a “movement diet”—a diverse mix of postures and motions your body needs daily for optimal function—and breaks down how to rethink movement beyond the gym. Plus, she explains why sitting on the floor could be ...

4 months ago

1 hour

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Dr. William Li on Reversing Vascular Damage

Can you heal your cardiovascular system with food? Dr. William Li returns to explain how inflammation, oxidative stress, and poor lifestyle habits damage your blood vessels–and what you can do to reverse it. From fruit peels to dark chocolate, he outlines specific nutrients that signal stem cells to “re-pave” your vascular highways. You’ll also learn the simple daily practices he recommends to keep your brain sharp, heart strong, and energy high well into your later decades. How long will you...

4 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

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Karen Salmansohn: Your To-Die-For Life

Best-selling author and behavior change expert Karen Salmansohn shares how mortality awareness can be one of the most powerful motivators for living with purpose. She explains her concept of a “near-life experience,” when people go through the motions instead of fully engaging in their lives, and how to break free from it. Karen offers practical tools—like writing your aspirational eulogy and linking core values to habits—that help listeners live with urgency and authenticity. Her upcoming bo...

4 months ago

48 minutes