Commune with Jeff Krasno

Infrared saunas have gone mainstream, but most people still don't know how they work. In this episode, Jeff talks with Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, about the science behind infrared light therapy: why it penetrates the skin differently, what it does to your mitochondria, and how consistent use supports whole-body health. We cover: The differences between far, mid, near infrared, and red light Impacts on cardiovascular health, detoxification, and brain function Importance of HRV, circadian rhythm, and nervous system regulation Beginner protocol: where to start and what to avoid Visit https://www.sunlighten.com/commune/ and get up to $2,100 off saunas + FREE shipping through April 14 + an additional $50 off Red Light Products with code COMMUNE This episode was made possible by: Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune Up to 2,100 off saunas and $50 off Red Light Products with code “COMMUNE” Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Beyond Biohacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com.

Every week, there's a new peptide, protocol, or wellness supplement your group chat won't stop talking about. The information is everywhere. The clarity is not."Is This Right for Me?" is a new Commune Podcast series built for exactly that moment. Each episode takes one treatment, therapy, or supplement that keeps flooding your feed and does the one thing the internet rarely does: slows down, looks at the actual evidence, and helps you figure out if it makes sense for you specifically.The first episode tackles GLP-1s. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound. Jeff breaks down how they work, what the clinical trials actually showed, and what the wellness internet keeps leaving out.This episode covers: What GLP-1s are and how they work in the body The real clinical trial data on semaglutide and tirzepatide What happens to your weight when you stop taking them Muscle loss, gallstones, thyroid risk, and side effects worth knowing Who these drugs make sense for and who they don't The compounding pharmacy crackdown and what it means for you What "natural GLP-1s" actually are and aren't The lifestyle habits that work on the same systems without a prescription This episode was made possible by: Beyond BioHacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing’ form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.

What does it actually take to build a great life, not just talk about one? In this episode, Jeff speaks with Gabby Reece: pro volleyball legend, fitness coach, and co-founder of Laird Superfood. Together, they explore the unglamorous work behind a life well-lived.They get into: Sustaining a long-term relationship and business partnership without losing yourself Gabby's training philosophy and why hard physical work builds resilience far beyond the gym The knowing-doing gap: why information alone doesn't change behavior, and what actually does Midlife, imposter syndrome, and gratitude as a daily disposition, not just a feeling Gabby is one of those rare people with almost no distance between what she believes and what she does. This one is for anyone trying to close the gap between the life they know they want and the one they're actually living. This episode was made possible by: Beyond BioHacking: Save $400 on any ticket with code COMMUNE400 at beyondconference.com. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing’ form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.

Jeff reads an essay written during his father's final days in a Miami hospice. He explores his instinct to fix, music that cuts through the fog, and what a son's hands can say when nothing else will do.

Microbiome scientist Colleen Cutcliffe joins Jeff to discuss how gut bacteria influence metabolic health, mental health, and food cravings. They explore Akkermansia, a keystone strain that maintains gut lining integrity and stimulates natural GLP-1 production, affecting energy, blood sugar, and mood. Colleen explains what depletes beneficial bacteria and offers practical guidance on rebuilding gut health through diet, fiber, polyphenols, and targeted probiotics. This show is made possible by: Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing’ form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase.

Welcome back to Grass-Fed Shark, our new comedy quiz show that explores wellness trends that have jumped the shark… like a grass-fed shark. Join in and play along for: The Shark Jump: Four bizarre wellness products or services. Only 1 is fake. 1800s or 2000s: Is the medical claim from the 1800s or the 2000s. You decide. Jayden Smith or Zen Master Linji: Is the saying a tweet from Jayden Smith, son of Will Smith or an aphorism attributed to the founder of Rinzai Zen from 1400 years ago. Do you have a suggestion for Grass-Fed Shark? Email us at [email protected]. This show is made possible by: Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Timeline: Go to Timeline.com/COMMUNE to claim a special offer for Commune listeners. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. CBDistillery: Go to CBDistillery.com and use code COMMUNE for 25% off.

With public schools serving as America’s largest restaurant chain, the push for school food reform has never been more urgent. In this episode, Jeff is joined by Nora LaTorre (CEO of Eat Real) and California Assembly Member Jesse Gabriel to discuss groundbreaking legislative efforts in California to ban harmful chemicals and synthetic dyes from student meals.This episode includes: How California's AB 1264 phases out ultra-processed foods. The alarming link between childhood diets and adult-onset diseases. Why the "GRAS loophole" allows dangerous food additives into American snacks. How local farm-to-school programs can save school districts money. Bipartisan strategies for improving children's health nationwide. This show is made possible by: Sunlighten: Visit sunlighten.com/commune and use code COMMUNE when you fill out the “Get Pricing’ form to save up to $1,600 on your purchase. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. CBDistillery: Go to CBDistillery.com and use code COMMUNE for 25% off. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune. Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE

Jeff sits down the day after his father's passing to reflect on what it means to lose 55 years of a complicated, adventurous, deeply loving relationship.

Which health protocols are actually worth your time vs. what's just trending?In this episode, Dr. Robin Berzin, founder of Parsley Health and a leading voice in functional medicine, offers a clear framework for navigating today's overwhelming wellness landscape. From GLP-1s and HRT to peptides and psychedelic therapy, they cut through the noise to answer one question: Is this right for me? Who's actually a good candidate for GLP-1s (and the DEXA scan step most people skip) HRT and testosterone for women in perimenopause: what the latest research says Peptides, CGMs, and microbiome tests (clinical utility vs. hype) Psychedelic therapy and ketamine: how to find trustworthy care Cold therapy, fasting, and biohacking protocols through a female lens Check out Dr. Robin Berzin's upcoming Body Lab: A Female Healthspan Immersion Retreat. This show is made possible by:Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Timeline: Go to Timeline.com/COMMUNE to claim a special offer for Commune listeners. LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune. CBDistillery: Go to CBDistillery.com and use code COMMUNE for 25% off.

In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno moderates a spirited and thoughtful debate recorded live at the Eudemonia Summit in West Palm Beach.Joining him are two returning guests who approach the future of public health from very different perspectives.Dr. Will Cole is a functional medicine practitioner, bestselling author, and a prominent voice associated with the MAHA movement. Dr. Jessica Knurick holds a PhD in nutrition and has spent years working in public health, becoming one of the most articulate critics of that same movement.Together, they unpack the growing debate around MAHA and what it means for the future of nutrition, functional medicine, and public health.In this conversation, they explore: What the MAHA movement actually represents Where functional medicine and public health diverge The role of evidence, consensus, and scientific disagreement Nutrition misinformation in the digital age Why constructive disagreement matters now more than ever The discussion is direct and occasionally spicy, yet deeply respectful. It closes with something rare in today’s polarized climate: mutual understanding. This show is made possible by:LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.CBDistillery: Go to CBDistillery.com and use code COMMUNE for 25% off. Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 15% off your order at vivobarefoot.com/commune.Bon Charge: Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD