Pushing The Limits

The global healthcare system is heading for a catastrophic workforce shortage — 10 to 15 million workers short by 2030. In this episode, financial analyst and Tesla expert Cern Basher (@cernbasher) returns to break down how humanoid robots like Tesla's Optimus could be the only scalable solution, why New Zealand is uniquely positioned to lead a healthcare robotics pilot, and what the Terafab chip factory and Digital Optimus mean for the timeline. From fleet learning to the privacy concerns, from Moxy robots already in 25+ US hospitals to Elon Musk's vision of billions of robots powered by space-based AI — this is the conversation that healthcare, tech, and policy leaders need to be having right now. IN THIS EPISODE: The global healthcare workforce crisis — why no recruitment drive can fix it Robots already in hospitals: Moxy's 1M+ deliveries across 25 US hospitals Tesla Optimus: where the technology is right now The three components: physical body, AI brain, and language model Fleet learning explained — 40 robots learn in 6 months what takes a human 25 years Why New Zealand is the ideal proving ground for healthcare robotics Digital Optimus and Macrohard: the software robot that runs businesses Terafab: Tesla's $25B chip factory with SpaceX and xAI This episode is sponsored by MitoSynergy Copper 1+ Most copper supplements use poorly absorbed oxidised forms that can actually increase free radical damage. MitoSynergy's patented BioCopper1 (Cunermuspir) is a copper-niacin chelate that delivers reduced copper (Cu1+) directly to your mitochondria, supporting ATP production at cytochrome c oxidase. I've been personally testing MitoActivator EX and have noticed a real difference in training power and energy output. Try it: https://mitosynergy.com/lisaTamati (10% off with this link) ABOUT CERN BASHER: NZ-born financial analyst and one of the most influential voices on X at the intersection of AI, Bitcoin, Tesla, and macroeconomics. Follow Cern: @cernbasher on X and YouTube -------------------------------------------- PTL SIGNAL — AI, Tech, Bitcoin and Markets: https://ptlsignal.com Free founding member access to our AI-powered Financial Document Analyzer — earnings transcripts, annual reports, Fed minutes analysed in 60 seconds. Take control of your health and unlock the secrets to a longer, healthier and more vibrant life: https://www.lisatamati.com/healthspan-hacks-course/ SHOP Longevity Supplements: https://shop.lisatamati.com -------------------------------------------- PODCAST — Pushing The Limits: https://www.lisatamati.com/podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/pushing-the-limits/id1207975008 https://open.spotify.com/show/6mc5BfQispXYMxd4AaYXYL FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: @lisatamati X/Twitter: @lisaytamati YouTube: @LisaTamati Enquiries: [email protected] Website: www.lisatamati.com Shop: shop.lisatamati.com PTL Signal: ptlsignal.com

🔬 This episode is sponsored by MitoSynergy Copper 1+ Most copper supplements use poorly absorbed oxidised forms that can actually increase free radical damage. MitoSynergy's patented BioCopper1 (Cunermuspir) is a copper-niacin chelate that delivers reduced copper (Cu1+) directly to your mitochondria, supporting ATP production at cytochrome c oxidase. I've been personally testing MitoActivator EX and have noticed a real difference in training power and energy output. 👉 Try it: https://mitosynergy.com/lisaTamati (10% off with this link) -------------------------------------------- New Zealand has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to position itself at the front of the humanoid robotics revolution — but nobody's talking about the real safety, privacy and cybersecurity concerns. In this video I break down why NZ should be aggressively pursuing Tesla and robotics in healthcare, the genuine risks around humanoid robots in personal spaces, and why the countries that get involved early don't just get the economic upside — they get to write the rules. 🎯 IN THIS VIDEO: → Why NZ could transform its economy with robotics in healthcare → The 5 real safety concerns about humanoid robots in personal spaces → Physical safety: the fall problem and force-limiting technology → Cybersecurity: what happens when someone hacks a walking camera → Privacy: the robot secretly sending data to China every 5 minutes → The teleoperation problem — strangers controlling robots in your home → Why there are NO safety standards yet for home robots → How NZ can shape global robotics regulation instead of inheriting it → The healthcare pilot approach: why hospitals first, homes later → First-mover advantage: NZ as the proving ground for humanoid robots 📺 RELATED EPISODES: → AI Just Broke The Economy — Cern Basher Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh0hKibH6Zs → Tesla's Building A Robot Army — Cern Basher Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh0hKibH6Zs → Why Tesla, Bitcoin & AI Are Moving Together — Cern Basher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzRPBLa2_Do&t=9s -------------------------------------------- 🔬 SPONSOR: MitoSynergy Copper 1+ Patented BioCopper1 (Cunermuspir) — delivers reduced copper directly to your mitochondria for ATP production, energy, mental clarity, and healthy ageing. Not your average copper supplement. 👉 https://mitosynergy.com/lisaTamati (10% off) -------------------------------------------- ➡️ Take control of your health & unlock the secrets to a longer, healthier & more vibrant life: https://www.lisatamati.com/healthspan-hacks-course/ 🛒 SHOP Longevity Supplements: https://shop.lisatamati.com Lisa's Ai, Tech, Crypto and Investing Website www.ptlsignal.com -------------------------------------------- 🎙️ PODCAST — Pushing The Limits: 🎧 https://www.lisatamati.com/podcast 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/pushing-the-limits/id1207975008 🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/6mc5BfQispXYMxd4AaYXYL 📱 FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: @lisatamati X/Twitter: @lisatamati YouTube: @LisaTamati Facebook: /lisatamatiultrarunner 📧 Enquiries: [email protected] 🌐 Website: www.lisatamati.com 🛒 Shop: shop.lisatamati.com #TeslaOptimus #RobotsInHealthCare #HumanoidRobots #NewZealand

Wall Street veteran and macro investor Jordi Visser spent 30 years managing billions in risk — building turbulence models to predict market crashes before they happened. Then he turned that exact same framework on his own biology. The result? He raised his HRV from the high 20s to the 60s over six years. Not with a protocol. With a system. Jordi is back on Pushing The Limits for round two and this episode covers everything. We go deep on HRV and longevity — what your wearable is actually telling you, why your gut health is the foundation of your HRV, why breathwork beats meditation, why muscle is a signal organ not just a performance tool, and how to use AI as a daily thinking partner to accelerate your health journey. Then we flip to macro. Jordi breaks down why he believes capitalism's 10,000 year bargain between capital and labour officially broke in 2025, why Bitcoin is the architectural blueprint for what comes next, why AI agents cannot operate without crypto infrastructure, and what the Strait of Hormuz crisis means for oil, commodities and your investments right now. We also get into the AI revolution and what it means for ordinary people — why entrepreneurs will beat Google, why you don't need to be technical to benefit from AI, how to build multiple income streams using these tools, and why leaning in now is the most empowering thing you can do for your financial future. This is one of the most wide ranging conversations we have ever had on Pushing The Limits. Health, wealth, technology and the future — all connected by the same framework. Topics covered include heart rate variability, HRV and longevity, resonance frequency breathing, the gut brain vagus nerve axis, muscle and ageing, fermented foods and the microbiome, AI tools for entrepreneurs, Bitcoin 2026, macro investing, the private credit crisis, Strait of Hormuz oil shock, commodities bull market, hardware stocks and why 2008 can never happen again. Find Jordi Visser at visserjhrv.substack.com for his HRV Substack and visserlabs.substack.com for his macro AI and Bitcoin research. His YouTube channel is at youtube.com/@JordiVisserlabs and he heads AI Macro Nexus Research at 22V Research. Find out more about Lisa and her work at lisatamati.com. Shop longevity supplements including Re:juvenate Pro at shop.lisatamati.com. Re:juvenate Pro is Aevum Labs flagship longevity formula targeting immunosenescence, inflammageing, gut health and cellular repair — co-developed with Dr Elizabeth Yurth of the Boulder Longevity Institute. Learn more at aevumlabs.co.nz. Pushing The Limits is available on all major podcast platforms. Subscribe and leave a review if this episode added value to your life. REJUVENATE PRO — AEVUM LABS: Our flagship longevity formula targeting immunosenescence, inflammageing, gut health and cellular repair. Co-developed with Dr Elizabeth Yurth of the Boulder Longevity Institute. NZ made, science backed, no fillers. Shop now: https://shop.lisatamati.com/pages/rejuvenate LONGEVITY SUPPLEMENT STORE: Everything Lisa personally uses and recommends: https://shop.lisatamati.com WORK WITH LISA: Functional health practitioner consultations for complex cases: https://www.lisatamati.com/page/work-with-lisa LISA'S BOOKS: https://www.lisatamati.com/page/books FREE NEWSLETTER AND LONGEVITY CHEAT SHEET: https://www.lisatamati.com/lisa/ WEBSITE: https://www.lisatamati.com PODCAST: https://www.lisatamati.com/podcast CONTACT: [email protected] FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisatamati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisatamati YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lisatamati X: https://x.com/lisatamati

Is your NAD+ supplement actually working against you? Millions of people are taking NMN or NR thinking they're doing something smart for their longevity. And the science behind NAD+ is genuinely extraordinary. But the way most people are supplementing it is incomplete — and there's growing evidence it could be creating downstream harm most people never connect back to their supplement. In this episode I break down the full NAD+ story — the methylation trap, the CD38 drain, why high-dose NMN may be elevating your cardiovascular risk markers, and what an intelligent systems-level approach actually looks like. I co-developed NAD+ Next Gen with Peter Lehrke— and in this episode I walk you through exactly why every ingredient is in the formula. WHAT WE COVER: - The 2023 Nature Cardiovascular Research findings on NMN & ADMA - How high-dose NMN drains your SAM pool and disrupts dopamine, DNA methylation and homocysteine - CD38 — the biggest NAD+ drain in ageing nobody talks about - The bathtub model: precursors, drains, sirtuin efficiency - Why niacinamide may be smarter than high-dose NMN - EGCG, resveratrol, apigenin, quercetin, rutin — the why behind each ingredient - 6 practical takeaways including which blood test to get now KEY LINKS: NAD+ Next Gen → https://aevumlabs.co.nz Rejuvenate Pro → https://shop.lisatamati.com Pushing The Limits community → https://www.lisatamati.com GET YOUR HOMOCYSTEINE TESTED: Optimal: below 7–8 µmol/L Above 10 µmol/L: address your methylation cycle urgently Lisa Tamati is a functional health practitioner, longevity specialist, co-founder of Aevum Labs, host of Pushing The Limits, and former elite ultra-endurance athlete with 25 years and 140+ ultramarathons across the world's most extreme environments. Visit Lisa's website www.lisatamati.com shop.lisatamati.com www.longlifehyperbarics.com www.aevumlabs.co.nz www.Yourhealthcompass.org www.Myimmuneage.life Work with Lisa:

div]:bg-bg-000/50 [&_pre>div]:border-0.5 [&_pre>div]:border-border-400 [&_.ignore-pre-bg>div]:bg-transparent [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8"> _*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown"> Episode Title: Tesla's Building A Robot Army — And A $1.5 Trillion Merger | Cern Basher Short Description: Bitcoin isn't money — it's a cyber security technology. And we're going to need it desperately. Cern Basher, CFA, breaks down why AI agents will choose Bitcoin, the Tesla robotaxi economics, the SpaceX–xAI mega-merger, and why Strategy might be the world's largest digital security company. Full Description: How do you constrain trillions of AI agents roaming the internet? Not with passwords and code — AI will hack all of that. You do it with physics. You do it with Bitcoin. In Part 2 of my conversation with Cern Basher — CFA charterholder, CIO of Brilliant Advice, and one of the sharpest analysts at the intersection of AI, Bitcoin, and macroeconomics — we go deep on Jason Lowery's classified Softwar thesis and why the US Department of Defence placed it under security review. Cern explains why Bitcoin is actually a cyber security protocol hiding in plain sight, disguised by the word "coin" in its name — just like gunpowder was disguised as medicine for years before engineers figured out what it really was. We also break down the deflationary tsunami hitting every industry — SaaS companies losing billions in market cap overnight, Salesforce and the consulting industry being hollowed out by AI agents, and why deflation is actually something we should celebrate, not fear. We already lived through it with the iPhone and we loved it. Cern shares his brilliant analogy for why Tesla is massively undervalued — a kid running a lemonade stand who's secretly training to become a surgeon, but Wall Street only sees the lemonade. We get into whether SpaceX and Tesla will merge, the economics of putting AI data centres in space, manufacturing pharmaceuticals in zero gravity, and the incredible opportunity for any individual to own a small fleet of robotaxis and replace their income. For New Zealand, this is a call to action. Be first. Be forward-thinking. Or watch other countries leapfrog us. In this episode we discuss: Bitcoin as a cyber security technology, not just money — and why that's even more valuable Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis — proof of work as digital defence Why AI agents unanimously choose Bitcoin for transactions The gunpowder analogy — Bitcoin's real use case is hiding in plain sight Google's centralised censorship of health and supplement companies OpenClaw and the Pandora's box of billions of AI agents SaaS is cooked — Salesforce, consulting, and legal getting hollowed out Deflation is good — the iPhone proved it and we all benefited The ice cutter disruption story — this is nothing new The K-shaped economy — will abundance lift the bottom 50%? Universal high income and making goods freely available like water Strategy (MicroStrategy) as the world's largest digital security company Tesla undervalued — the lemonade stand to surgeon analogy Will SpaceX and Tesla merge? Pros, cons, and what Cern is hearing AI data centres in space, pharma in zero gravity, and Starship economics Owning your own robotaxi fleet — replacing your income New Zealand's opportunity to leapfrog the world Links mentioned: Cern Basher on X: https://x.com/CernBasher Brilliant Advice: https://www.brilliantadvice.net Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis (MIT): https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/153030 Cern's GDP & Dematerialisation post: https://x.com/CernBasher/status/1913993658572984440 Part 1 of this episode: https://youtu.be/eh0hKibH6Zs 👉 Get your FREE Longevity Cheat Sheet: https://www.lisatamati.com/lisa/ 🌐 Website: https://www.lisatamati.com 🎙️ Podcast: https://www.lisatamati.com/ptl-podcast/ 🛒 Supplements: https://shop.lisatamati.com 📧 Contact: [email protected] #PushingTheLimits #Tesla #SpaceX #Bitcoin #Robots #AI #CernBasher #Longevity #HealthOptimisation

What happens when AI makes intelligence essentially free — and unlimited energy plus humanoid robots make physical labour free too? The economic models we've built our entire civilisation on stop working. In this episode I sit down with Cern Basher — a CFA charterholder, CIO of Brilliant Advice, and one of the sharpest minds at the intersection of AI, Bitcoin, and macroeconomics. Originally from New Zealand, Cern has built a massive following for his work connecting the dots between exponential technology and the future of money. We go deep on his thesis that AI and Bitcoin are two sides of the same coin — AI collapses the cost of intelligence (deflationary), and Bitcoin provides a monetary system that can't be inflated away. We explore Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis (which the US Department of Defence placed under security review), why AI agents will naturally adopt Bitcoin for autonomous transactions, and Cern's provocative argument that infinite output multiplied by zero price equals zero GDP — making our most fundamental economic metric meaningless. If you've ever wondered what the economy actually looks like when abundance replaces scarcity, this is the conversation. In this episode we discuss: Why AI and Bitcoin are "two sides of the same coin" Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis and why the DoD took notice How AI is already contributing more to US GDP growth than consumer spending Why AI agents need Bitcoin — permissionless, no KYC, no intermediaries Cern's "death of GDP" thesis — infinite supply × zero price = zero GDP The dematerialisation of physical products (cameras, maps, books, money) What this means for New Zealand and small economies How abundance economics breaks traditional supply and demand Links mentioned: Cern Basher on X: https://x.com/CernBasher Brilliant Advice: https://www.brilliantadvice.net Cern's GDP post: https://x.com/CernBasher/status/1913993658572984440 Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis: https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/153030 👉 Get your FREE Longevity Cheat Sheet: https://www.lisatamati.com/lisa/ 🌐 Website: https://www.lisatamati.com 🛒 Supplements: https://shop.lisatamati.com 📧 Contact: [email protected]

What if the diet you've been following diligently — eating all the right things, tracking your macros, staying committed — is actually wrong for your specific biology? In this solo episode I share the anonymised case of a real client who gained eight kilograms following a ketogenic diet perfectly. Not because she was doing it wrong. Because her genetics made her one of the worst possible candidates for high saturated fat eating — and nobody had ever looked at her DNA. We go deep on the three specific genetic variants that predicted her poor response to keto, what her full microbiome mapping revealed that standard testing would have completely missed, and how her hormonal picture and chronic stress were silently driving the whole metabolic picture. This episode is for anyone who has tried hard, followed the advice, and still isn't getting results. It's time to stop blaming yourself and start looking at your biology. We cover why Instagram diet advice is genuinely dangerous for people with different genetics, what comprehensive functional testing actually looks like — DNA panels, microbiome mapping, DUTCH hormone testing, detailed bloodwork — and the universal dietary principles that apply to almost everyone regardless of their genetic profile. Your body is not broken. It just needs the right instructions. Find Lisa at lisatamati.com, shop supplements at shop.lisatamati.com, and try Rejuvenate Pro — our flagship Immune and gut health/longevity supplement — at https://shop.lisatamati.com/pages/rejuvenate Discover your immune age at myimmuneage.life Subscribe to my weekly longevity newsletter at lisatamati.com/lisa

div]:bg-bg-000/50 [&_pre>div]:border-0.5 [&_pre>div]:border-border-400 [&_.ignore-pre-bg>div]:bg-transparent [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [&_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8"> _*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown"> Your immune system doesn't just fight colds — it's the foundation of your longevity, brain health, and recovery capacity. But here's what most people don't realize: immune aging (immunosenescence) begins as early as your teenage years, and your thymus gland — the training ground for your T-cells — is already shrinking. Your thymus shrinks 3% every year from your teens and 80% of adults carry a dormant virus silently hijacking their immune capacity. In this episode, Lisa dives into the Immunosenescence Paradox: why aging makes your body less effective at fighting infections while simultaneously driving chronic inflammation (inflammaging). She also uncovers the CMV Factor - a silent virus carried by roughly 80% of adults that "occupies" your immune system's resources, leaving you increasingly vulnerable to new threats. What you'll learn in this episode: What immunosenescence is and why it accelerates faster than most people expect How your thymus gland deteriorates and what that means for T-cell production The CMV Factor: how cytomegalovirus silently depletes your immune reserves Why aging triggers more inflammation, not less — the inflammaging paradox Four actionable strategies to slow and reverse immune decline The role of colostrum, carnosic acid, and New Zealand-grown kawakawa in immune rebuilding Which blood markers reveal your true immune age Resources mentioned: 🔬 Shop Rejuvenate Pro: Rejuvenate Pro by Aevum Labs 📋 Your Health Compass (health risk assessment): yourhealthcompass.org 📰 Free Longevity Cheat Sheet — subscribe at Longevity Cheat Sheet 📚 Healthspan Hacks Course: Health Span Hacks Course Related episodes: Reverse Aging Naturally with Dr Rod Claycomb Dr Elizabeth Yurth on Immune Aging and How to Reverse It 🧬 Know your health risks before they become problems Your Health Compass: 11 Health Screenings. 10 Minutes. Zero Guesswork Your Health Compass gives you 11 clinically validated health screenings in about 10 minutes — covering diabetes, autoimmune conditions, brain health, cancer risk, mental health, and more. No blood tests. No doctor's visit. No waiting. Just science-backed questionnaires used in real medical research — now available to you for a one-time $19 payment. ✓ Instant personalised risk scores ✓ Downloadable report you can share with your doctor ✓ 100% private — your data never leaves your browser Stop wondering "should I be worried about this?" and start knowing where to focus your prevention efforts. → Take the assessment now at: yourhealthcompass.org 📌 Topics Lisa can help with: Lisa is a Genetics Practitioner, Health Optimisation Coach, High Performance and Mindset Coach. She is a qualified Ph360 Epigenetics coach and a clinician with The DNA Company and has done years of research into brain rehabilitation, neurodegenerative diseases and biohacking. She has extensive knowledge on such therapies as hyperbaric oxygen, intravenous vitamin C, sports performance, functional genomics, Thyroid, Hormones, Cancer and much more. She can assist with all functional medicine testing. 🔬 Testing Options Comprehensive Thyroid testing DUTCH Hormone testing Adrenal Testing Organic Acid Testing Microbiome Testing Cell Blueprint Testing Epigenetics Testing DNA testing Basic Blood Test analysis Heavy Metals Nutristat Omega 3 to 6 status and more Lisa and her functional medicine colleagues in the practice can help you navigate the confusing world of health and medicine . She can also advise on the latest research and where to get help if mainstream medicine hasn't got the answers you are searching for whatever the challenge you are facing from cancer to gut issues, from depression and anxiety, weight loss issues, from head injuries to burn out to hormone optimisation to the latest in longevity science. Book your consultation with Lisa 🤝 Join our Patron program and support the show Pushing the Limits' has been free to air for over 8 years. Providing leading edge information to anyone who needs it. But we need help on our mission. Please join our patron community and get exclusive member benefits (more to roll out later this year) and support this educational platform for the price of a coffee or two You can join by going to Lisa's Patron Community Or if you just want to support Lisa with a "coffee" go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LisaT to donate $3 🌟 Lisa's Anti-Aging and Longevity Supplements Lisa has spent years curating a very specialized range of exclusive longevity, health optimizing supplements from leading scientists, researchers and companies all around the world. T

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Paul McArthur and Daniel Reid from BitKiwi, New Zealand's premier Bitcoin community organisation. Discover their journey into Bitcoin, the growth of crypto adoption in NZ, and what the future holds for digital currency in our nation. Topics Covered: Bitcoin's role as a store of value vs medium of exchange Currency debasement and the decline of fiat money Lightning Network and Layer 2 scaling solutions Bitcoin taxation challenges and de minimis exemption proposals Institutional adoption: BlackRock, JP Morgan, and the changing landscape Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) vs Bitcoin The K-shaped economy and inflation's impact on savings Bitcoin's comparison to the internet revolution Stablecoins and their role in crypto adoption Whether you're a Bitcoin beginner or seasoned holder, this conversation offers valuable insights into the current state and future potential of Bitcoin in New Zealand and globally. About the founders: Paul McArthur: better known in the New Zealand Bitcoin community as Bitkiwi Paul, is a passionate advocate for Bitcoin adoption in New Zealand. Paul is a co-founder of Bitkiwi, the grassroots movement behind New Zealand's premier Bitcoin event. Paul is also a co-founder of Orange Pages, a Bitcoin-focused marketplace project designed to connect buyers and sellers within the Kiwi Bitcoin community, making it easier to trade goods, services, and value using Bitcoin. Paul is a Bitcoin expert with a deep passion for Bitcoin education, regularly sharing knowledge to help onboard and empower individuals and businesses in the space. Professionally, Paul is an IT programmes and projects consultant, bringing proven expertise in project delivery, strategic implementation, and technology management to the Bitcoin ecosystem. Daniel Reid: better known in the Bitcoin community as Bitkiwi Dan (@satstothemoon), is a passionate advocate for Bitcoin adoption in New Zealand. Dan is a co-founder of Bitkiwi, the grassroots movement behind New Zealand's premier Bitcoin event. Dan is also a co-founder of Orange Pages, a Bitcoin-focused marketplace project designed to connect buyers and sellers within the Kiwi Bitcoin community, making it easier to trade goods, services, and value using Bitcoin. Dan is also a dedicated home miner, using the heat generated from his Bitcoin mining setup to efficiently heat his home during New Zealand winters and warm his pool in summer. Professionally, Dan is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and a chartered member of the Institute of Directors, bringing financial expertise and governance insight to the Bitcoin eco space. Connect with BITKIWI: Website: Kiwi BitCoin Guide X: @BitKiwi1 Learn about Bitcoin Policy New Zealand's initiatives and how you can get involved in the Bitcoin community across New Zealand. Upcoming BITKIWI Events: BitKiwi 15 - Christchurch: March 7th (featuring Francisco Colombo) BitKiwi 16 - Auckland: July 20th BitKiwi 17 - Wellington: October 🧬 Know your health risks before they become problems Your Health Compass: 11 Health Screenings. 10 Minutes. Zero Guesswork Your Health Compass gives you 11 clinically validated health screenings in about 10 minutes — covering diabetes, autoimmune conditions, brain health, cancer risk, mental health, and more. No blood tests. No doctor's visit. No waiting. Just science-backed questionnaires used in real medical research — now available to you for a one-time $19 payment. ✓ Instant personalised risk scores ✓ Downloadable report you can share with your doctor ✓ 100% private — your data never leaves your browser Stop wondering "should I be worried about this?" and start knowing where to focus your prevention efforts. → Take the assessment now at: yourhealthcompass.org 📌 Topics Lisa can help with: Lisa is a Genetics Practitioner, Health Optimisation Coach, High Performance and Mindset Coach. She is a qualified Ph360 Epigenetics coach and a clinician with The DNA Company and has done years of research into brain rehabilitation, neurodegenerative diseases and biohacking. She has extensive knowledge on such therapies as hyperbaric oxygen, intravenous vitamin C, sports performance, functional genomics, Thyroid, Hormones, Cancer and much more. She can assist with all functional medicine testing. 🔬 Testing Options Comprehensive Thyroid testing DUTCH Hormone testing Adrenal Testing Organic Acid Testing Microbiome Testing Cell Blueprint Testing Epigenetics Testing DNA testing Basic Blood Test analysis Heavy Metals Nutristat Omega 3 to 6 status and more Lisa and her functional medicine colleagues in the practice can help you navigate the confusing world of health and medicine . She can also advise on the latest research and where to get help if mainstream medicine hasn't got the answers you are searching for whatever the challenge you are facing from cancer to gut issues, from depression and anxiety, weight loss issues, from head injuries to burn out to hormone optimisation to the latest in lon

In this groundbreaking episode of Pushing the Limits, we sit down with Christian Drapeau, MSc - stem cell scientist, author of Cracking the Stem Cell Code, and founder & Chief Science Officer of the regenerative health company Stemregen. Christian shares his 25-plus years of pioneering research into stem cells and regenerative biology, beginning with his revolutionary idea that stem cells are the body's innate repair system, not just a medical oddity studied in labs. What We Discuss in This Episode The History of Stem Cell Science: How Christian's early neurophysiology work led him to explore blue-green algae (Aphanizomenon flos-aquae) and its surprising effects on immune health. Early hypotheses and lab studies that showed certain natural compounds actually increase circulating stem cells, kick-starting the idea of Endogenous Stem Cell Mobilization (ESCM). The Quest for Natural Stem Cell Mobilisers: Christian's global travels to find powerful plant medicines used in traditional cultures, from Madagascar's Aloe macroclada to sea buckthorn from the Tibetan plateau, and how these botanicals can increase stem cell circulation by as much as 80%. Stemregen Science & Products: We unpack Christian's work validating that increasing your own stem cells in circulation can support tissue repair, healthy aging, and whole-body regeneration, hitting at the heart of why so many chronic conditions persist. What the Stemregen Protocol includes: STEMREGEN Release — designed to support your body's natural release and migration of stem cells. Stemregen Mobilise — supports stem cell delivery by improving microcirculation and capillary health. Stemregen Signal — enhances cellular communication so stem cells can navigate to where they're needed most. Incredible Cases & Stories: Christian highlights compelling real-world cases showing how enhancing stem cell circulation supports recovery, improved vitality, and quality of life, not by treating symptoms, but by strengthening the body's own repair system. Stem Cell Therapies: Pros & Cons We also dive into conventional stem cell therapies (umbilical, adult stem cells, exosomes), contrasting them with the natural approach Christian advocates, including safety, effectiveness, and longevity implications. Why We Age: A New Perspective Christian previews his upcoming book on aging - reframing aging as a balance between repair vs. regeneration speed, and what practical lifestyle and botanical strategies can help tip the scales towards regeneration. 🔗 Links & Resources 👉 Buy Stemregen Release and support your body's natural repair system: STEMREGEN - Release 👉 Christian Drapeau's Book: Cracking the Stem Cell Code - explore the science and history of how stem cells shape health and wellness. 👉 Learn about the history of Stemregen: The Birth of STEMREGEN 👉 Stemregen Whitepapers can be found here Christian's Bio: Christian Drapeau is a scientist, author, medicinal plant expert, and pioneer in the field of stem cell research. He holds a graduate degree in Neurophysiology and has been involved in medical research for 30+ years, with the last 20 specifically dedicated to stem cells. He pioneered the understanding that stem cells constitute the body's natural healing and repair system, and has traveled the world in search of the most powerful plants that support stem cell function and enhance the body's regenerative potential. Having lectured in 50+ countries and written 5 books - including the best-selling Cracking the Stem Cell Code - as well as dozens of published scientific papers on brain research and Endogenous Stem Cell Mobilization, Drapeau is known by scientists, physicians, and biohackers alike as an expert and pioneer of his field. A scientific advisor to many companies, he is currently the Founder and Chief Science Officer at STEMREGEN, where he developed the most potent natural stem cell supplement. Connect with Christian: Websites: https://www.stemregen.co/ https://www.christiandrapeau.com/ Social sites: Stemregen Instagram Christian's Instagram Christian's TikTok Stemergen Facebook Christian's Linktree The latest Conversations Unplugged – short interviews with other leaders in the industry. 🧬 Know your health risks before they become problems Your Health Compass: 11 Health Screenings. 10 Minutes. Zero Guesswork Your Health Compass gives you 11 clinically validated health screenings in about 10 minutes — covering diabetes, autoimmune conditions, brain health, cancer risk, mental health, and more. No blood tests. No doctor's visit. No waiting. Just science-backed questionnaires used in real medical research — now available to you for a one-time $19 payment. ✓ Instant personalised risk scores ✓ Downloadable report you can share with your doctor ✓ 100% private — your data never leaves your browser Stop wondering "should I be worried about this?" and start knowing where to focus your prevention efforts. → Take the assessment now at: yourhealthcompass.org 📌 Topics Lisa can help wit