Dr. Tommy Wood is a neuroscientist who has coached world class athletes in a dozen sports. He received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge and his medical degree from the University of Oxford, and he also has his PhD in physiology and neuroscience. Tommy is currently a Research Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Washington, where his research interests include identifying modifiable factors that contribute to brain health and cognitive function across the lifespan and more.  Today on the show we discuss: The hidden daily habits that quietly accelerate cognitive decline, why metabolic health can determine how fast your brain ages, how to build a resilient mind through simple habits and skills, early signs that your brain health is declining too fast, how to shift your lifestyle to help prevent dementia, the things that move the needle most when it comes to keeping your mind sharp and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Frank Kelly is the founder of Kelly Benefits, a former Maryland state senator, and someone I’ve been fortunate to know personally. His influence spans business, politics, faith, and family and I’m confident in saying he’s been one of the most impactful leaders in the development of the state of Maryland. I’m grateful to call him a friend. Today on the show we discuss: how Frank surrendered his life and stayed sober for over 55 years, why putting God first became the foundation for his marriage and purpose, the real truth about success that young people never hear, the mindset shifts that helped him build a 50-year business and a thriving three-generation family, how he navigated ego and power in politics, the spiritual practices that kept him grounded for decades, the life lessons he wishes every 20, 30 and 40-year-old understood before it’s too late, and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Azadi is a podcaster, YouTuber and founder of Keto Kamp. Today on the show we discuss why counting calories is the biggest fat-loss lie, how inflammation and hormones secretly control your weight, why your metabolism isn’t broken but blocked, the simple habits that helped Ben lose 80 pounds and keep it off, simple habits that melt stubborn body fat how to burn fat naturally without starving yourself or wrecking your health, the truth about fasting for your health and much more.  Today's sponsor: Suji Unlock your health and make the most of your workouts with Suji's BFR bands. Go to trysuji.com and use the code "DOUGBOPST" at checkout to get 10% off. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Cooke is an international Manifestation Coach, Speaker and author. Today on the show we discuss: the science of manifestation and how to turn thoughts into reality, how your subconscious programming and hidden beliefs silently control your life, practical tools to rewire your mind, why most people manifest from lack and unknowingly attract more struggle, steps you can take to become your "future self," powerful daily habits that help create the life you want and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Roman Yampolskiy is a tenured professor and AI safety expert and researcher at the University of Louisville. Today on the show we discuss how AI is rapidly reshaping every career and industry, which jobs are most likely to disappear in the next five years, how to protect your livelihood and stay valuable in an automated world, how to use AI as a tool instead of a threat, what this technology means for human purpose and mental health, and how to stay disciplined and adaptable as the future accelerates and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Anthony Youn is a nationally recognized, board-certified plastic surgeon. He is known as America’s holistic plastic surgeon and he’s one of the nation's best-known experts in looking younger with or without surgery. Dr. Youn is also the author of the best-selling books “The Age Fix” and “Playing God”. His latest book, “Younger for Life,” is a complete holistic guide to turning back the clock using the process of Autojuvenation. Dr. Youn is the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with over 14 million total followers over TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.  Today on the show we discuss: Why your daily habits might secretly be aging your face and skin, the truth about sun exposure and how to protect your skin without going to extremes, the biggest lifestyle mistakes that destroy collagen and accelerate visible aging, the simple two-minute routine that can make you look five years younger, how stress and poor sleep silently wreck your skin, the surprising link between protein intake and youthful appearance, and how to spot bad skincare advice online and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chase Hughes is the founder and CEO of Applied Behavior Research, a leading expert in the field of human behavioral science, and a neuroscientist. After serving in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, Chase developed world-class behavior science tools, such as rapid behavior profiling and enhanced persuasion techniques, which he teaches to the United States military, law enforcement, Fortune-500 CEOs, doctors, attorneys, executives, and intelligence organizations. Today on the show we discuss: how the system is rigged for you to fail and how to get ahead of everyone else, how to break free from the victim mindset that keeps you stuck, why self-awareness and affirmations is the real key to changing your behavior, the science of “brainwashing yourself” to take back control of your mind, the simple daily disruptions that rewire your brain for discipline and freedom, how to build a relationship with your future self and the mindset shifts you must make to start living on your own terms, how to transform your relationship with dopamine and much more.  Today's sponsor: Suji Unlock your health and make the most of your workouts with Suji's BFR bands. Go to trysuji.com and use the code "DOUGBOPST" at checkout to get 10% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonny Miller is a podcast host, entrepreneur, and nervous system regulation expert who helps people break free from burnout, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Today on the show we discuss: how to break free from survival mode and stop living in constant fight or flight, the fastest ways to calm anxiety in the moment and re-regulate your nervous system, how to use your body (not your thoughts) to change your emotional state, the hidden habits keeping you stuck in burnout and dysregulation, how to process grief and emotional pain without getting trapped in it, why connection and community accelerate healing, the blueprint to rebuild emotional resilience and inner calm and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Schafer is one of the host’s and founders of the highly popular brand and podcast Mind Pump. Today on the show we discuss why the internet’s obsession with extreme leanness is wrecking men’s health and confidence, the simplest science-backed strategy to go from 30% to 12% body fat without tracking calories or killing yourself with cardio, the psychological traps that cause most people to fail (and how to fix them), the mindset shift you need to make to stay consistent long-term, the most effective workout plan to build muscle and burn fat in less time, the common mistakes that sabotage progress, how to eat for fat loss without restriction or “cheat days,” and much more. Today's sponsor: ⁠⁠Timeline Nutrition⁠⁠ Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to ⁠https://www.timeline.com/doug⁠⁠ and use code DOUG to get 20% off your order. ⚠ WELESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Frank Leone is a Professor of Medicine in the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He directs Penn's Comprehensive Smoking Treatment Program, offering multidisciplinary collaborative patient care to people suffering complex manifestations of tobacco use disorder. Dr. Leone is a Senior Fellow of the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics. His scholarship focuses on investigating advanced treatment strategies for tobacco use disorder and on testing strategies for improving the care of the tobacco dependent patient. Dr. Leone has published over 130 peer-reviewed papers and, along with Ms. Evers-Casey, has co-authored a clinical handbook of tobacco dependence treatment titled Why People Smoke: An Innovative Approach to Treating Tobacco Dependence. Today on the show we discuss: why vaping isn’t actually safer than cigarettes, how vape aerosols damage your lungs and heart even without traditional carcinogens, the hidden addiction mechanics that make nicotine one of the hardest habits to break, why vaping increases anxiety, depression, and the risk of other substance addictions, how to finally quit vaping for good  proven strategies, how parents and loved ones can help without judgment or shame and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ishan Shivanand is a globally acclaimed Acharya (Vedic educator), yogic scholar, mental health researcher and content creator. Today on the show we discuss why so many people feel lost, empty, and disconnected in the modern world, how to face discomfort and fear with strength, the #1 reason you keep suffering and how to finally break free, why meditation isn’t just spiritual but a science-backed tool for healing anxiety and trauma, how to rebuild your identity and reconnect with your soul through daily practice, how to rewire your brain to make life exciting again, and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Birks is a robotics engineer, sports enthusiast, and aspiring consumer wellness-technology industry leader.  Alex founded Suji with the aspiration to be a leading technology provider of muscle health solutions. Suji is now adopted by more than one third of American sports teams and has just launched a consumer line of business. Today on the show we discuss: why blood flow restriction (BFR) training has exploded in popularity, how targeted compression training builds muscle and strength without joint stress, why it’s a powerful tool for recovery, warm-up, and performance, how Suji is revolutionizing BFR by personalizing compression based on data to make it safer and more effective, how to integrate BFR into strength training and warmups, how Alex’s own comeback from a devastating injury inspired a mission to help millions move and train pain-free and much more. Learn more about Suji: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trysuji/ Website: https://www.trysuji.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Trysuji ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, I share 38 lessons that I have learned over the years. Everything I share today has played a huge role in my own transformation. I know there are people out there who feel stuck or lost and hopefully this episode helps. I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this one. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Rein, PhD, is an award-winning neuroscientist, chief science officer of the Mind Science Foundation, adjunct lecturer at Stanford University, clinical assistant professor at SUNY Buffalo, and renowned science educator. Dr. Rein’s research focuses on the neuroscience of social interactions, and he also teaches neuroscience to an audience of more than one million social media followers. Today on the show we discuss: why loneliness is as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, how chronic isolation silently destroys your brain and body, the neuroscience behind why your brain treats being alone like a life-threatening event, why digital connection isn’t real connection and how social media is rewiring your empathy, practical ways to rebuild real relationships in a disconnected world, the hidden science of rejection and forgiveness and why strong bonds can literally help you live longer, and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bizzie Gold is a tech founder, human behavior expert, and industry disruptor who invented Brain Pattern Mapping—a behavior and thought prediction technology proven to be 98.3% accurate. Her proprietary system decodes the subconscious patterns that drive human perception and decision-making, providing a revolutionary alternative to traditional mental health models. Today on the show we discuss: the hidden root cause of mental health struggles and why traditional therapy often misses it, how self-deception quietly keeps you stuck in cycles of chaos, the proven neuroscience method that can rewire your mind and end destructive habits in weeks, why comfort and complacency are the real enemies of growth, how to break free from toxic relationship patterns and why every confidence issue is actually a commitment issue, how to finally build unbreakable trust in yourself and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Alan Goldhamer is one of the world’s preeminent experts on water-only fasting. He is the founder of TrueNorth Health Center, a groundbreaking residential health education program that serves to educate the public, researchers, and physicians worldwide about the benefits of water-only fasting and a whole-plant-food diet free of added salt, oil, and sugar. Over the past four decades, Dr. Goldhamer has supervised the fasts of over 25,000 patients at TrueNorth Health Center. Under his guidance, the Center has become renowned as one of the premier training facilities for doctors wishing to gain certification in the supervision of therapeutic fasting.  Today on the show we discuss: the biggest fasting mistakes that can actually cause weight gain and destroy your progress, why most people are doing fasting completely wrong, how to know if you’re a good candidate for water-only fasting, the truth about refeeding and your metabolism, lifestyle habits for longevity, the right way to fast safely to transform your life and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Bustamante is a former covert CIA intelligence officer, decorated military combat veteran, successful Fortune 10 corporate advisor, proud husband and father. After 20 years running human and technical intelligence operations for private and government clients worldwide, Andrew founded EverydaySpy.com -- the first-ever digital spy training platform. Today on the show we discuss: the scariest CIA mission that taught Andrew how to master fear, the fastest way to erase anxiety and calm your mind in seconds, the secret CIA skill that lets you outsmart anyone anywhere, why failure inside the agency shaped Andrew’s greatest success, how to build discipline through stress inoculation and training, the survival toolkit you’ll need if society collapses, and much more. Want to learn more from Andrew? Find your SpySuperpower: ⁠https://yt.everydayspy.com/47a26Xa⁠ Read Andrew’s CIA book ‘Shadow Cell’: ⁠https://geni.us/ShadowCellBook⁠  Follow Andy on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@Andrew-Bustamante Explore Spy School: ⁠https://everydayspy.com/⁠  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Ali Mattu is a clinical psychologist, YouTuber, and leading voice in mental health education. Today on the show we discuss: why this is the best and worst time for mental health, the dark side of social media and why it leaves us feeling lonelier than ever, the dangers of self-diagnosis and over-identifying with labels, the real root causes of anxiety and depression that most people overlook, why therapy often fails men and what actually works instead, the practical tools to break free from cycles of anxiety and loneliness, how to reframe awkwardness as the price of connection, and so much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzanne Warye is a sobriety influencer (@suzannewarye and @thesobermomlife) and the host of the popular podcast The Sober Mom Life. As the founder of The Sober Mom Life Cafe, she has created a supportive digital community for women to explore their relationships with alcohol and find freedom in sobriety. Today on the show we discuss: the unexpected gifts that came from quitting alcohol, how shame, guilt, and anxiety kept Suzanne trapped for decades, why moderation is always a losing game, the myth of not being “addicted enough” to stop, the role of community and true friendships in building lasting change, the daily habits that fueled her transformation, how sobriety helped her heal deep wounds of self-worth and become the mom she always wanted to be, and so much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stan Efferding is an IFBB pro bodybuilder and has his bachelor of science in psychology and exercise science from the University of Oregon. Stan is a multiple all -time world record holding powerlifter and has been training high school, Collegiate, and Professional athletes for over 25 years. He has conducted over 200 seminars in 14 countries and in all 50 states. Today on the show we discuss: why building muscle is possible well into your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, the overlooked longevity benefits of strength training, why consistency and enjoyment matter more than crushing yourself with intensity, why machines can be just as effective (and safer) than free weights, the three training principles that matter most for growth after 40, the key nutrition strategies you need to know for building muscle and losing fat, why metabolism doesn’t actually slow down with age and much more. Today's sponsor: ⁠⁠Timeline Nutrition⁠⁠ Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to ⁠https://www.timeline.com/doug⁠⁠ and use code DOUG to get 20% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices