Today’s episode features our very first guest. We’re joined by Danielle Rath, a notable expert and product developer in the caffeine and energy drink industry. Danielle is the founder of GreenEyedGuide Research and Consulting where she shares science-based information about energy drinks and caffeine, and helps people and companies where fatigue and caffeine use are prevalent. In this lengthly episode, we talk through all aspects of the science behind caffeine — its chemical structure and half-life, where and how it’s being used, the good, bad, and the ugly, as well as practical advice for everyday consumption. If you consume caffeine of any sort, this is a must listen episode.

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Featuring:

Danielle Rath – Website, LinkedIn, X
Mireille Reece, PsyD – LinkedIn
Adam Stacoviak – Website, GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X

Show Notes:

Mireille is giving a talk at Heartifacts in August — check out this blog post for details on her talk and ways you can win a free pass to the conference!

GreenEyedGuide Research and Consulting
Follow Danielle on Instagram where she answers questions about caffeine & managing fatigue in the workplace
Fatigue Management Workshops from Danielle and GreenEyedGuide on the secret to managing fatigue in the workplace
How to drink caffeine strategically with the 5 Levels of Fatigue
How good (or bad) is your favorite energy drink?
Book: Are You a Monster or a Rock Star? - Danielle’s ultimate guide to energy drinks
Book: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Feel Like Sh*t - Danielle’s book on the secrets of caffeine, motivation, and productivity for the sleep-deprived and overwhelmed
Best energy drinks for the night shift

Something missing or broken? PRs welcome!

The science behind caffeine