Niko Hems is a longevity and preventive healthcare specialist who found his passion in HealthTech after completing his Masters at Nova SBE with an exchange term at UC Berkeley.
He challenges wellness trends and advocates for sustainable, evidence-based approaches to health, pushing back against optimisation obsession and focusing on what actually works.
Now in November, as Men’s Mental Health Awareness shines a spotlight on the importance of wellbeing our discussion feels even more relevant. Niko has been active his entire life, yet his VO₂ max was only 32. Surprisingly low for someone his age and gender. It turns out that stress management is a vital part of any longevity protocol.
Tune in to his journey of recovery and his perspective on how to cut through the noise in the longevity space.
00:00 Introduction and Small Talk
00:42 Personal Struggles and Turning Points
03:06 Recovery Journey and Health Improvements
06:17 Mindfulness and Daily Practices
07:52 Cutting Through the Noise in Health and Longevity
11:00 Challenges in Longevity Science
15:21 Emerging Trends and Technologies
18:38 Personal Longevity Routine
20:29 Balanced Diet and Sleep Tips
20:57 Zone Two Training Preferences
21:38 Heart Rate Tracking Devices
22:08 Lessons from Failed Health Experiments
23:51 Essential Supplements and Foods
26:01 Avoiding Extreme Biohacks
27:05 Balancing Optimization and Enjoyment
28:31 Personalized Health Advice
29:42 Future of Longevity Research
31:13 Living Well for a Long Time
32:11 Current Projects and Future Plans
34:10 Personal Preferences and Favorites
37:19 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Connect with Niko:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/niko-hems/
https://nikohems.de/
If you this conversation resonated with you and want practical tools to manage stress, explore my Yoga Reset program designed specifically for busy professionals:
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In the first solo episode of the Musing of a Curious Mind Podcast, host Agi explores the deeper aspects of Yoga, focusing on its benefits beyond physical poses.
She discusses how yoga can help alleviate everyday stress and tension through mindful breathing and simple movements.
Agi emphasises that yoga is about finding inner steadiness, balance and calm, rather than achieving perfect flexibility.
She also introduces her yoga mini-course designed for busy individuals to integrate brief, effective practices into daily life, promoting lasting inner peace and mental clarity.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:27 Understanding Yoga Beyond Poses
02:40 The Power of Breath in Yoga
03:31 Practical Benefits of Yoga
04:25 Creating a Sustainable Yoga Practice
04:37 Introducing the Yoga Mini Course
05:24 Conclusion and Next Steps
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In this episode of Musings of a Curious Mind, we sit down with Esther Jaggy Aebi.
Esther is an AI trainer who helps people learn how to prompt more effectively and collaborate with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney and beyond, with greater confidence. She also brings a unique twist to her work by combining AI with visual branding - guided by the five senses - to create more intuitive, human-centered experiences.
We unpack common misconceptions, beginner breakthroughs and how to shift from fear to fluency when using AI. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the pace of technology or curious about how to use AI with more intention, this conversation offers clarity, confidence and a deeper sense of what’s possible.
We discuss:
🎧 Tune in to explore how AI can be your most powerful assistant, not your replacement.
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As life expectancy rises the old rules of money no longer apply. In this episode we explore longevity finance, the emerging field at the intersection of science, aging and wealth. We talk about how to plan for a longer life, where to invest, the biggest retirement mistakes and how to ensure financial equity in old age, especially for women. Plus age-specific money advice anyone can use right now.
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I had the pleasure of welcoming Blaise Jacholkowski to the podcast. I’m excited to explore the topic of longevity with him. Blaise is a consultant in Healthtech, Digital Health, and Medtech, as well as a longevity coach and the organizer of longevity retreats. He holds a Master’s degree in engineering and an executive MBA. Throughout his adult life he has been deeply passionate about nutrition, physical training and performance. He is an ultra-trail runner and a dedicated fitness enthusiast.
Over the past five years Blaise has worked in digital health, gaining expertise in digital biomarkers and the applications of AI in healthcare. He has also led the development of numerous smart medical devices for his clients. As a longevity enthusiast with extensive knowledge of the biology of aging he is a sought-after public speaker and a moderator for expert panels on health and longevity.
In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including nutrition, exercise, movement, stress management, and sleep optimisation. We also delve into biohacking and the latest advancements in longevity science.
Get in touch with him:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaisejacholkowski/
https://longevity-retreats.com/
Meet Dima Shen, the creative force behind the game inKONBINI and founder of Nagai Industries. In this interview, we explore topics like resilience in the face of challenges, the art of interactive entertainment, maintaining focus on what truly matters, and valuable advice for aspiring game designers. Connect with him at https://inkonbini.com.
In this episode I had the honour of speaking with Kaori-san, a Tokyo based office assistant. I’m truly grateful to her for this heartfelt conversation, for sharing such valuable insights with us and for the wisdom she has brought to this conversation.
I thank her for helping us understand Japanese culture in such a meaningful way.
You can find her on instagram @kaorin0322
Meet T.J. Andisa, the author of the detective novel, 'Rebecca Spencer - Trouble in Rommary' and hear the story behind it, the challenges and the thought process during the creation and what's in the pipeline for him.
You can find him on instagram: @tjandisa
Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for more.
Welcome to my podcast, the musings of a curious mind. This talk show was born out of love for books, art, life stories, health, longevity, female fortitude and the need to always remain curious. In the talk show with captivating people we discuss fascinating topics and ideas, express gratitude and spread positivity.