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The Genius Life
Hosted by Max Lugavere · EN
Equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in wellness.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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584: Why Saying Yes to Everything Is Costing You More Than You Think | Wallo267
2d ago00:57:54Tap to summarizeWallo267 is an entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and cultural force who transformed 20 years in prison into a life of purpose, impact, and reinvention — and in this episode, he joins me to discuss his new book, Yes to You, No to Them, and the power of saying no, choosing yourself, and living with urgency.This episode is proudly sponsored by:LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at home air-scrubber that passively makes your home environment healthier by removing allergens, VOCs, dust, pollen, and more, from the air. Get $200 off each one you purchase at https://jaspr.co/genius using code GENIUS.
Transcribe →583: The Hard Truth About Beauty, Muscle, Fat Loss, and Self-Worth | Mike Israetel, PhD
1w ago01:47:50Tap to summarizeDr. Mike Israetel, exercise scientist, professor, competitive bodybuilder, Brazilian jiu-jitsu athlete, and co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, returns to The Genius Life to discuss his provocative new book, The Aesthetic Revolution, and why wanting to look better may be one of the most misunderstood paths to feeling better.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essential amino acids for muscle growth and more. Save 20% by going to getkion.com/geniuslife.I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX to check out their mattress and bedding sale.
Transcribe →582: The Simple Home Fix That Could Improve Sleep, Allergies, and Brain Fog | Michael Feldstein
2w ago01:09:17Tap to summarizeMichael Feldstein, founder of Jaspr and an indoor air quality expert with a background in mold remediation, flood and fire restoration, joins Max to reveal the invisible pollutants hiding in your home—and the simple, passive upgrades that may improve your sleep, allergies, brain fog, and long-term health.Visit Jaspr.co/GENIUS and use code GENIUS for $300 off only through 6/30.This episode is proudly sponsored by:LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.
Transcribe →581: Why Everybody's Single! The Brutal Truth About Modern Dating | Jared Freid
3w ago01:15:41Tap to summarizeIf you are easily offended, skip this episode! Jared Freid is a stand-up comedian, host of the JTrain Podcast, co-host of U Up?, and author of the new book Walking Red Flag, a hilarious and surprisingly honest look at modern dating, relationships, and why finding love has never felt more complicated. This episode is proudly sponsored by:Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity—get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.Hollow Socks are compression socks made of breathable alpaca fiber and provide genuinely comfortable compression. I’ve been wearing them on flights and after workouts, and for a limited time they’re doing a Buy 2, Get 2 Free sale at HollowSocks.com.
Transcribe →580: The Best Foods to Fight Weight Gain and Disease (Top Nutrition Scientist Explains!) | Ty Beal, PhD
Jun 301:14:25Tap to summarizeTy Beal, PhD, a nutrition researcher, host of the Ty Beal Show podcast, and leading expert in nutrient density, returns to reveal the healthiest foods humans can eat, the simple label trick that exposes ultra-processed junk, and why so much conventional nutrition guidance has gotten real food so wrong.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure—a purified form of urolithin A, which studies suggest may provide powerful mitochondrial support for energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/max for up to 39% off of mitopure gummies.JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!
Transcribe →579: Fat Loss Gets Easier When You Understand This | Angelo Keely
May 2701:01:29Tap to summarizeAngelo Keely, protein expert & co-founder of Kion, joins Max for a deep dive into sustainable fat loss, emotional eating, protein, muscle preservation, and the simple habits that helped him lose 25 pounds. This episode is proudly sponsored by:Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essential amino acids for muscle growth and more. Save 20% by going to getkion.com/geniuslife.Hollow Socks are compression socks made of breathable alpaca fiber and provide genuinely comfortable compression. I’ve been wearing them on flights and after workouts, and for a limited time they’re doing a Buy 2, Get 2 Free sale at HollowSocks.com.
Transcribe →578: Why Oversharing Is Actually Good For You and Your Relationships | Leslie John, PhD
May 2501:01:56Tap to summarizeLeslie John is a behavioral scientist and professor at Harvard Business School who joins Max to discuss the surprising science-backed benefits of oversharing, emotional vulnerability, self-deprecating humor and human connection.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX to check out their mattress and bedding sale.
Transcribe →577: How to Stay Calm in a World Designed to Overstimulate You | Sam Yo
May 2001:05:29Tap to summarizeBuddhist monk turned Peloton instructor Sam Yo joins Max to discuss overstimulation, doomscrolling, mindfulness, movement as meditation, and his new book A Monk’s Mindset — exploring how to cultivate calm, clarity, and presence in a world designed to hijack your attention.This episode is proudly sponsored by:LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.
Transcribe →576: The Mysterious Health Benefits of Ice Cream, and Why Wellness Culture May Be Overthinking Health | Ezekiel Emanuel, MD
May 1801:06:56Tap to summarizeIn this wide-ranging and occasionally provocative conversation, physician and public health expert Ezekiel J. Emanuel joins Max to discuss friendship, longevity, ultra-processed foods, protein, seed oils, red meat, and the surprisingly controversial idea that ice cream might actually have health benefits.This episode is proudly sponsored by:Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit Puori.com/MAX and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.
Transcribe →575: How to Stop Overthinking, Become More Resilient, and Thrive in Chaos | Simone Stolzoff
May 1301:06:58Tap to summarizeSimone Stolzoff is a journalist, author, and workplace expert who joins Max to discuss his new book How to Not Know and why learning to tolerate uncertainty may be one of the most important skills for mental health, resilience, creativity, and success in the modern world.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavereWatch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/filmThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I’ve ever used—breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!
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