The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

Philip McKernan is a philosopher, international best-selling author, and some say an “enlightened hooligan”. Philip has traveled the world speaking about the importance of overcoming personal obstacles, gaining clarity, and cultivating the confidence to believe in yourself, and has shared the stage with esteemed speakers such as Steven Covey, Richard Branson, and the Dalai Lama. He has worked with people from Olympic athletes, TV personalities, entrepreneurs, housewives to billionaires who have gone bankrupt, and everything in between. Why you should listen – Philip comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss how to find more meaning, how to accelerate growth to achieve the next level, whether or not money buys happiness, and how to know what you actually want vs what you think you want. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brandon Routh is an actor and former fashion model, and has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, however you may know him best from his role portraying The Man of Steel in the 2006 blockbuster film, Superman Returns. Why you should listen – Brandon comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss the impact of the Bulletproof Diet on his family, how he hacks the Hollywood lifestyle, how the Bulletproof Diet has helped to upgrade his acting and performance, and to do a ton of biohacking in person with Dave. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zach Even-Esh is the Founder of the Underground Strength Gym, and creator of the Underground Strength Coaching Certification Program. Zach won Teenage Mr. Israel in 1994 in the first of three bodybuilding competitions, and has since trained hundreds of athletes ranging from youth to Olympic level, and also serves as a consultant for several of the top Division 1 wrestling teams in the US. Zach’s online training courses have helped tens of thousands of people around the world develop greater strength in mind, body, and in life. Why you should listen – Zach comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss stress inoculation, the art of coaching, the importance of adequate recovery, and how to know which information you should trust. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Leanne Venier is an international award-winning artist, engineer, scientist, and an expert in the science of color and light therapy. She serves as Director of Outreach for the Institute for Neuroscience and Consciousness Studies (INACS), and has lectured at organizations such as MENSA on the healing and consciousness-raising effects of color, light frequencies, and art. She began her career as a mechanical engineer at Lockheed, but is now pursuing her lifelong passion for health by educating medical practitioners, scientists, and lay people about the most up-to-date scientific research in the fields of phototherapy, light/art/color therapy, and biophotonics. Why you should listen – Leanne comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss the role of light and color in health, the problems with fluorescent lighting and working indoors, and how to heal people with biophotonics and different light spectrums. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Jade Teta is an integrative physician, naturopath, and personal trainer with over 25 years of experience helping people achieve their health, weight loss, and fitness goals. He is the founder & CEO of Metabolic Effect Inc., and author of the best-selling book, The Metabolic Effect Diet. He is a regular contributor to many publications, including The Huffington Post, and the Textbook of Natural Medicine, the number one natural medicine textbook used in medical schools across the country. Jade has completed an estimated 10,000 workouts in his lifetime, and has worked with thousands of weight loss and fitness seekers from all over the world through his Metabolic Effect Clinic and online programs. Why you should listen – Jade comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss how diets are destroying metabolisms and making people fat, the potential holy grail of weight loss research, the New Laws of Metabolism, and how to become your own diet detective. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maneesh Sethi is the CEO of Pavlok, a new biohacking device that helps people change their habits. Maneesh is also the editor-in-chief of the popular blog, Hack the System, a guide to hacking fame, productivity, travel, languages, exercise, and business. He is an experienced biohacker who has become a “famous” DJ in just 90 days, spent a month living in the wilderness for a month with no backpack, and written an international bestselling book by the age of 14! Why you should listen – Maneesh comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss the science of behavior formation, how habit change works, and how to use technology and biofeedback to transform your life for the better. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Ben Lynch is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and one of the foremost experts in the MTHFR gene and how it affects your health. Ben is the Chief Medical Officer for SeekingHealth.com, an online resource designed to help people optimize their health, reduce their risk of disease, and protect themselves in a world full of toxins. Ben believes that disease is not something you live with, but something that can be overcome, and his practice focuses on helping individuals find the info they need to effectively treat their chronic health conditions, and live healthier, upgraded lives. Why you should listen – Ben comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss the little-known MTHFR gene, why folic acid is dangerous, the different genetic tests and interventions available for the MTHFR condition, and why it is important to look at the whole body and connect the dots between all the metabolic systems in the body. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kelly Starrett is a coach, physical therapist, author, speaker, and creator of a blog that has revolutionized how athletes think about human movement and athletic performance: MobilityWOD.com. Kelly founded one of the first 50 CrossFit Affiliate gyms, San Francisco CrossFit, and focuses on performance-based Orthopedic Sports Medicine to help athletes, military personnel, dancers, and average Joes achieve elite levels of performance and health. Kelly wrote the New York Times Bestseller, Becoming a Supple Leopard, and his second book, Ready to Run, is available to order now! Why you should listen – Kelly comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss the importance of knowing the difference between addressing a problem instead of the symptoms, why you can’t cheat your physiology, how standing desks in school are benefiting children, and how he is applying human performance principles to public health problems. Enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The documentary, A Second Opinion, is debuting at Seattle’s AMC Pacific Place 11 this weekend, Fri-Sun 9/19 – 9/21, and Eric & Ralph will be hosting live Q&As there all weekend. If all shows are sold out for the weekend, AMC will take the film nationwide, so this is a make-or-break opening weekend. If you live in the Seattle area, please go see the movie this weekend! Eric and Ralph will give anyone who mentions that they heard of the film on Bulletproof Radio a free, signed copy of the DVD (with TONS of bonus materials), and admission to the live Q&A’s is free with a ticket stub from the movie theater for the documentary. A Second Opinion is a documentary by award-winning filmmaker, Eric Merola, about Ralph Moss and his whistleblowing on a massive cover-up involving the unconventional cancer therapy Laetrile at Sloan-Kettering Institute for Cancer Research. Eric has worked for Fuel TV and the WE Network, worked with Michael Moore on the documentary “Capitalism: A Love Story”, and his documentary BURZYNSKI has garnered widespread distribution and numerous international awards. Ralph has written more than 15 books on cancer research, and has received lifetime achievement awards from the American College for the Advancement of Medicine, the Cancer Control Society, The National Foundation for Alternative Medicine, and many other organizations in the cancer education and alternative medicine industries. Why you should listen – Laetrile is a natural compound that research showed stopped the growth and spread of cancer, and the info Ralph has to share is shocking for anyone that has ever had their lives touched by cancer. Ralph and Eric discuss the history of the Laetrile cancer treatment, why it was rejected and renounced, and also touch on other exciting new breakthroughs in cancer therapy that people should be aware of. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lewis Howes is an entrepreneur, investor, and athlete. Lewis runs a multi-million dollar online media company, and is the creator of the acclaimed podcast, The School of Greatness, a show that aims to help people find their own path to success. He is a former professional football player, two-sport collegiate All-American, a World Record holding athlete, and currently on the USA Men’s National Team For the Olympic Sport, Team Handball. Howes was recently recognized by Details Magazine as one of the “5 Internet Gurus Who Can Make You Rich”, and awarded as one of the top 100 entrepreneurs in the country under 30 by Empact100 and the White House! Why you should listen – Lewis comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss overcoming adversity, trauma, and fears, how to hack flow states, and the keys to success and achieving greatness in all aspects of your life. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David is the author of The Sports Gene, a book that explores the complex factors that make up a championship athlete. David is an award-winning investigative reporter for ProPublica and Sports Illustrated, focusing on hard-hitting pieces about sports science, medicine, and Olympic sports. He co-authored reports, breaking the Alex Rodriguez doping and Jim Tressel NCAA violations scandals, and is one of the foremost experts on the different factors that impact sports performance. Why you should listen – David comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about hacking expertise, the impact of genetics, doping, and diet in sports performance, whether or not the 10,000 hour rule is legit, and if athletes are really getting better, faster, and stronger. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bulletproof Radio Short Report is a highly condensed show to quickly bring you the most important ways to upgrade yourself and kick ass at life. This week is about hacking your sleep and energy levels with the Sleep Induction Mat. In this episode, you’ll hear about the benefits of the ancient art of acupressure, how to manipulate your nervous system to maximize relaxation, and how to upgrade your feet and skin (not just your sleep!) with the mat. Enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melinda Culver is a veterinarian with a PhD in Animal Sciences from Washington State University. She works for ABITEC, a company that specializes in ester chemistry emulating products found in nature to produce high-quality pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, and personal care products, and acts as an advisor to the Horn School for Animal Wellness. Melinda did her dissertation on “The Growth and Development of Muscle and Fat Cells”, and has authored or co-authored over 30 publications, including extensive work using MCT Oil to craft a healthy diet for animals. Why you should listen – This episode is a must-listen for any animal lover! Melinda comes on the show to talk about the science of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), the optimal diet for your pets, the benefits of MCTs and ketones for animals, and to give a quick lesson on how fats are digested in the body. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jordan Harbinger is the co-founder of the wildly popular website where ordinary guys become extraordinary men: The Art of Charm. Jordan is a former lawyer turned relationship coach, and is now the co-host of the Art of Charm Podcast, a top-rated show on iTunes. He has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, in Men’s Health, Cosmopolitan, and Details Magazines, The Huffington Post, and even in Psychology Today. The goal of the Art of Charm is to teach men (and women!) how to take control of their physiology and use better social skills to kick more ass in their relationships, in business, and in life. Why you should listen – Jordan comes on the show to talk about why confidence is a skill that can be learned, how to hack your networking & social skills, about the power of good feedback, and why upgrading your communication is important for ALL relationships. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nina Teicholz is an investigative journalist and author of the New York Times Best-Selling Book, The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet. She is a well-respected food and nutrition writer that has contributed to publications such as the New York Times, the New Yorker, the Economist, and Men’s Health Magazines, and is a former NPR reporter and associate director for the Center of Globalization and Sustainable Development at Columbia University. Why you should listen - Nina comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about her book, The Big Fat Surprise, discussing: the truth about saturated fats and their health benefits, a story of failed science and fat, the dangers of oxidized oils, and why our working hypothesis of health isn’t working. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, we have carefully selected the best questions from Facebook, Twitter, and the Bulletproof® Forums for another awesome Q&A! Thanks to you, the listener! Hear a thought-provoking conversation and gain a ton of useful knowledge in this episode about the art of biohacking, nutrition, and… well… kicking ass at life in general! Dave and Zak talk about Bulletproof personal care products, whether or not to use supplements with kids, and even demonstrate how to make Bulletproof® Coffee while you’re on-the-go! Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If there is anything you ever wanted to know about hemp, cannabis, or marijuana, Anndrea Hermann knows it. She has over 15 years of experience in the Canadian and international hemp industry, including an education in Hemp Ecolonomics, and a Masters degree in the Science of Hemp Agronomy. She owns The Ridge International Cannabis Consulting, is a partner of Hemp-Technologies, and Industry Liaison for Hemp Oil Canada Inc. She has worked in every aspect of the industry, and says that cannabis is part of her final vocabulary. She comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about eating hemp, wearing hemp, building with hemp, and living hemp dreams. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Bulletproof Radio Short Report is a highly condensed show to quickly bring you the most important ways to upgrade yourself and kick ass at life. This week is all about the Bulletproof Diet and the 14 steps to know if you want a better body, a clearer mind, and upgraded over all performance. Weather you’re discovering these hacks for the first time or you want a quick refresh on what you already know, this BPR Short Report is a great way to rapidly improve performance. Enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BadAss Blender Biohackers Joy Coelho & Jay Denman are JingMaster Alchemical Culinary Artisans, SuperFood Specialists and Tonic Herbalists. Jay has custom-made more than 50,000 Herbal Elixirs, Tonics and SuperFood Ice Creams. Joy has conjured up thousands of dishes of Organic Superfood, Sugar-free, Gluten-free Creatively Conscious Comfort Food. This dynamic duo biohacks for Red Carpet Clients from the Oscars to the Grammys, upgrading their levels of wellness and longevity. You can have the JingSlingers Upgrade your Jing and Get Slung in person at the 2014 Bulletproof BioHacking Conference, Sept 26th-28th. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Mark Hyman is a family physician, eight-times New York Times Best-selling author, a columnist for the The Huffington Post, and a regular contributor to the Katie Couric Show. He is the founder and medical director of The UltraWellness Center, and has consulted with organizations such as The Clinton Foundation and the Surgeon General on diabetes prevention. Mark comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about food addiction, the dangers of fructose, and how detoxing can change your life. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amber Lyon is a 3x Emmy Award-winning journalist and a former CNN investigative correspondent that is known as one of the premier submersion journalists in cultural, social, and environmental issues. She is a filmmaker, photographer, the founder of the news site Reset.me, and host of the show “Reset with Amber Lyon”, both of which cover potential natural therapies and psychedelic medicines that address anything from depression to a lack of motivation in life. Amber comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss superhero journalism, how she cured her PTSD with Ayahuasca, and coming out of the spiritual closet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Moore is the author of Cholesterol Clarity: What the HDL Is Wrong With My Numbers, and the energetic personality behind the uber-popular Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb Show and blog. Jimmy burst onto the healthy scene in 2004 after losing 180lbs, and has dedicated his life to helping people get the best information possible so they can make the right decisions about health. Jimmy interviewed over 900 of the world’s top health experts in writing his newest book, Keto Clarity, and he comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about the one-size-fits-all fallacy, why all fat is not created equal, and how to properly get into and measure ketosis. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daniel Vitalis is a nature-based philosopher, specializing in reconnecting people with their “wild” side and empowering them with both ancient and modern strategies for vigorous living. Daniel is the creator of FindASpring.com, a founder of SurThrival.com, and the editor of ReWild Yourself Magazine. He comes on Bulletproof Radio to tell us what ReWilding is, discuss Flintstone-ization and our misconceptions of cavemen, and explain why we are halting human evolution with an overabundance of domestication. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mattias Ribbing is a three-time Swedish Memory Champion, and one of only 122 people in the world who have been awarded the title of Grand Master of Memory. He is a leading mnemonist, educator, and brain trainer in Sweden, and his memory is officially ranked as the 75th best in the world. Mattias comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss why brain training is a sport, the impact of diet on memory and focus, and how to take care of both your biological software AND hardware. Don’t miss this episode with one of the world’s foremost memory hackers! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Jeffrey Bland has been an internationally recognized leader in the nutritional medicine field for over 35 years and is known for his ability to synthesize complex scientific concepts in a manner that is both personable and accessible. Jeffrey is on Bulletproof Radio discussing the disease delusion in America and his sought-after book by the same name. Discover why you get sick, the one question to ask when choosing a doctor, why Vitamin E kicks ass, and about Dr. Bland’s 7 core physiological processes. Don’t miss a great episode with the father of “functional medicine”. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Geoffrey Miller is an evolutionary psychologist and a tenured professor at University of New Mexico. Miller is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science best known for his books: The Mating Mind and Spent. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio Geoffrey talks in length about human sexual evolution. You’ll hear discussions on shamanism and sex, the male/female orgasm, STD’s, using your breath to improve sexual arousal, and contraception. Also, don’t miss Geoffrey’s answer to the question: “Is sex good exercise?” Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Izabella Wentz is a clinical pharmacist who was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s in 2009. Dr. Wentz combined emerging research with clinical expertise to identify and remove the triggers that caused her to develop Hashimoto’s. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio discover new information about the auto-immune epidemic, what Hashimoto’s looks like, and more about the possibilities for a cure. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nora Gedgaudas is a widely recognized expert on the Paleo diet and bestselling author of the book, Primal Body, Primal Mind. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, discover Nora’s thoughts on human consciousness and food, sugar, resistant starch, psychedelics, and of course Nora’s top 3 recommendations for kicking more ass and being Bulletproof. Enjoy the show, and please share it with your family and friends! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Gottfried is best known as the father of the global green building movement. He founded both the U.S. Green Building Council and the World Green Building Council (with GBCs in 100 countries) and is on Bulletproof Radio to talk about his insightful book, Explosion Green: One Man’s Journey to Green the World’s Largest Industry. Tune in and hear about how buildings impact your health and performance, hacking your hotel stay, how to find your voice and stay motivated, plus a ton more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Omohundro is a scientist, professor, author, software architect, and entrepreneur doing research on natural and artificial intelligence. He has degrees in Physics and Mathematics from Stanford and a Ph.D. in Physics from U.C. Berkeley. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, tune in to discover the secret to Steve’s weight loss breakthrough, why Dave fired his doctor, and how you should define artificial intelligence. You’ll also hear about mycotoxins, transhumanism, and non-violent communication. There are a ton of resources below, be sure to check them out! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arianna Huffington is one of the most influential and iconic women in the world. Arianna has been named to both TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential list and Forbes' "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women" list, and her Pulitzer Prize-winning blog, The Huffington Post, is read by more than 43 million people worldwide every month! She is the author of 14 books, including Arianna’s latest book Thrive, which debuted at #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List. Arianna joins this episode of Bulletproof Radio, to discuss the inspiration behind it and: · The three metrics of success · Start-up company culture · Women and stress · Epigenetics, and tons more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gaining control of our minds, bodies, and life is what biohackers do in order to perform our best. In this show the notable Dr. William Walsh of the Walsh Research Institute uncovers the knowledge he’s gained after over 30 years of researching human biochemistry. You’ll hear about: · Engineering the human chemistry · Trace metals · Dr. Walsh’s work with ex-convicts · The power of nutrients · Depression · Epigenetics · Blood testing · And even Dr. Walsh’s theory on school shootings. All this and more on episode #132 of Bulletproof Radio! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of Bulletproof Radio features the makings behind the first ever Bulletproof® Approved skin care product available on UpgradedSelf.com: The Alitura Clay Mask. This mask is the ultimate formulation of thousand year-old skin care techniques and the latest technology. You will hear how Bulletproof Ambassador Andy Hnilo created the upgraded formula, the secret behind the ingredients, and how using it can give reveal amazing skin. Andy Hnilo recovered from a hit-and-run car accident as a pedestrian and used Bulletproof® Diet and supplements to recover. As a professional model and actor Andy’s career was on the line and this drove him to passionately create a new skin care line using clays for detox and nourishing elements of Grass-Fed Collostrum as well as Freshwater Pearl Powder. You won’t find this unique combination anywhere else and Bulletproof is proud to support Alitura Naturals. Enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, we have carefully selected the best questions from Facebook, Twitter, and the Bulletproof® Forums for another awesome Q&A! Thanks to you, the listener! Hear a thought-provoking conversation and gain a ton of useful knowledge in this episode about the art of biohacking, nutrition, and… well… kicking ass at life in general! Dave and Zak talk about supplements and how they affect the gut, what they feed their kids, how to be Bulletproof® on a budget, and why grass fed butter is way better for you than raw crème in your Bulletproof® Coffee (not to mention ten times cheaper too!). It’s been a while since the last Q&A and we’re sorry, but please enjoy the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sleep experts Dr. Phillip Westbrook, M.D. and Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCLA, and Dan Levendowski, Co-founder of Advanced Brain Monitoring (ABM) come on Bulletproof Radio to uncover the foundation for how to hack your sleep using the latest cutting-edge technology. Levendowski shares his personal story of using this technology to confirm that he was waking up 70 times per hour because of sleep apnea. Also hear about optimal sleep positions, how obesity causes sleep problems, and why getting kicked by your spouse when you snore is a good thing. Aside from being the co-founder of ABM, Dan Levendowski is a serial inventor who has spearheaded the development of numerous disruptive medical technologies. He has also served as principal investigator for 17 National Institute of Health research grants managing over $8 million in funding for research in chronic disease, physiology, and performance optimization. He has co-authored more than 20 journal articles and 15 papers for new product adoption and has an award winning winery. Dr. Phillip Westbrook has had an extensive career as a medical physician specializing in pulmonary disease and physiology. Dr. Westbrook has presented over 100 guest lectures to professional organizations, was Editor-in-Chief of the Sleep Medicine Review, an editor for Sleep, a guest reviewer for Chest and an Ad Hoc reviewer for The New England Journal of Medicine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s episode of Bulletproof Radio is short and sweet, but packed full of Andy Hnilo. Andy is a model and actor who had a life-changing car accident leading him to create a skin care line that he personally used to heal his injuries and detox his skin. You will also hear him share the science behind clay and how you can combine these age-old techniques with new ones to improve sleep and sex. Stay tuned for a full episode with Andy where he talks more in-depth with Dave about Alitura Naturals and the benefits of clay. Andy had a life-changing event when he was run over by two SUV’s that left him with his jaw wired shut and injuries all over his body. This event transformed him and drives his passion to share his new skin care line Alitura Naturals. Enjoy the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Okay so it’s not really a 4-hour show (this time), but it is heavy nonetheless. The 4-Hour man himself, Tim Ferriss, is on Bulletproof Radio to unleash his biohacking expertise and to share some knowledge. Tim has a new podcast called The Tim Ferriss Show and on this episode of Bulletproof Radio you hear him on the other side of the mic talking about his view on smart drugs, tea as a creative stimulant, eating insects, and how sex is better than porn for your biochemistry. The 4-Hour Workweek, The 4-Hour Body, and The 4-Hour Chef have been #1 New York Times bestsellers and Tim Ferriss has been listed as one of the most Most Innovative Business People and a Forbes Magazine “Names You Need to Know”. He is a biohacker and self-experimenting guinea pig. His blog The Four-Hour Blog chronicles his never-ending quest for self-improvement and shares a wealth of information. Enjoy the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, a practicing physician recovered from his own mold-related illness, talks the science behind the silent epidemic of mold. You will hear how genomics and testing is opening the door to understanding mold illness, and why microbes growing in water-damaged buildings make people sick. Have you ever wondered why some people can’t walk into a moldy building and others don’t seem to notice? Dr. Shoemaker has the answers and gives you the facts. Intimidated by the topic? Look for the Quick Reference Guide to this podcast on the Bulletproof Executive blog for terms and definitions, so you can easily be an expert too. Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker is a practicing physician in Maryland and the author of eight books and multiple published academic papers. His latest book Surviving Mold: Life in the Era of Dangerous Buildings is a guide through diagnosis and treatment, remediation and a return to health. He is an expert on mold, having “looked death in the face” from his own mold-related illness. He lectures throughout the US on chronic inflammatory illnesses that are caused by exposure to moldy buildings and mycotoxins. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Bulletproof Radio, you hear from therapist-turned-environmental economist Judith D. Schwartz. Her new book, Cows Save the Planet, is a manifesto about nature’s very own gut - the soil. In this fascinating conversation learn how to reverse desertification, why cow poop is necessary for a healthy ecosystem, and why it’s fundamental to the web of life. Judith D. Schwartz is a longtime freelance writer and published author. She is an expert in Environmental Economics with an education from Brown University, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, and a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern. She trained as a psychoanalyst and wrote a novel based on her grandmother’s psychoanalyst who was a member of Freud’s inner circle in Vienna. Judith currently lives and works in southern Vermont and is devoted to sharing her knowledge about cows, soil, and the restoration of the earth’s ecosystem. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Resistant starch... sounds interesting! And you’ve probably heard mention of it lately, but do you really know what it is? On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, hear Resistant Starch experts, Richard Nikoley and Tim Steele, talk about what it is and how to use it. The show is packed with key insights about how to figure out your own gut biome from potato starch to fecal transplants. Sound gross? It is, and fascinating! Plus you’ll hear the top 3 probiotics we can all start taking right now to improve our gut flora. Richard Nikoley is a former Navy officer, successful entrepreneur, and creator of the highly informative blog Free The Animal. He is joined by Tim Steele, aka “Tater Tot” (a nickname hinting at his experimentation with potatoes). Tim has helped the re-emergence of resistance starch as a guest writer on Free The Animal and Dr. Grace Liu’s blog, Animal Pharm. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

International best-selling author Donna Gates comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss why gut ecology is vitally important to your performance, and how healing it can be beneficial even for those of us that don’t have digestive problems – but chances are you probably have at least some underlying issues. On the show you’ll learn three things to start doing now for better gut health along with a simple breakdown on which digestive enzymes you should be taking. Donna Gates is the founder of The Body Ecology Diet, a sugar-free, gluten-free, casein-free, and probiotic-rich way of eating. She is the best-selling author of The Body Ecology Diet: Recovering Your Health and Rebuilding Your Immunity as well as her other books The Body Ecology Guide to Growing Younger: Anti-Aging Wisdom for Every Generation, and Stevia: Cooking with Nature’s Calorie-Free Sweetener. Donna coined the term “Inner Eco-System” over 20 years ago and has since been helping people use probiotics and fermentation to find their individual inner ecology. Enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode you’ll hear Brian Rose, an American expat and founder of the wildly popular podcast, London Real, an interview series with a stated mission to provide great information, and put BBC TV out of business in the process. You won’t want to miss this kickass talk about sleep hacking, Ayahuasca experiences, and Brian’s favorite biohacking tools. Plus, at the end of the show you’ll hear Brian answer his own three questions he asks every guest at the end of his own show. Follow Brian on Twitter, @LondonRealTV. Brian Rose is a former derivatives trader on Wall Street and CFO of a .com startup, with an engineering degree from MIT, and a propensity for pushing the edge. He quit his job as a banker and moved to London to start the podcast London Real. He also hosts Silicon Real for London-based startups. He serves every guest on his show Bulletproof Coffee and says it has a 100% approval rating so far. Enjoy the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Bulletproof Radio Dr. Terry Wahls talks about the power of food as medicine and how the right nutrition feeds your mitochondria, along with a fascinating breakdown of the origin of mitochondria as bacteria adapting to toxins (oxygen!). You’ll learn how to use glutathione, vegetables, and healthy fats to increase energy and slow aging. Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine where she teaches internal medicine residents and does clinical research. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2000 and went from being wheelchair-bound to running on treadmills through her use of nutrition and functional medicine. Her latest book is The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine and be sure to listen to her two previous interviews on Bulletproof Radio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this very special episode of Bulleproof Radio meet Miss Hong Kong, Erin Tjoe. Erin talks about her transition from tomboy to runway and how she discovered Bulletproof® Coffee. Also hear Erin’s take on smart drugs, float tanks, bedroom dyads, and how she found bliss at Burning Man. Check out the video version on iTunes and YouTube for an extra special segment with Erin on the Bulletproof® Vibe! Erin TJOE™, Miss Hong Kong 2014 朱愛倫, is a TV host personality. Her roles include Travel Host of the new show Green Travel Destination, Fashion Host for The LA Fashion, Co-Host of lifestyle talk show Tailor Made, and Entertainment Host/celebrity interviewer for BlacktreeTV. She is also a correspondent at the Sundance Film Festival as well as many red carpet events. Follow her on Twitter, @erinTjoe! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Not all habits are created equal, and some can even help you become rich. That’s what Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner Tom Corley concluded after studying the rich for five years. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, Tom discusses his bestselling book: Rich Habits and uncovers the most successful daily habits of wealthy individuals. Discover how to optimize your wallet with daily self-improvement, how to change poverty in 30 days, and why the rich don’t gossip. Tomas C. Corley understands the difference between being rich and poor: at age 9 his family went from being multi-millionaires to broke in just one night. For five years, Tom observed and documented the daily activities of 233 wealthy people and 128 people living in poverty. During his research he identified over 200 daily activities that separated the “haves” from the “have nots.” Tom is a CPA, CFP and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. He is also President of Cerefice and Company, CPAs, one of the top financial firms in New Jersey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From cleaning pools for mob bosses to saving the world through extreme endurance and Spartan Racing, Joe De Sena is the CEO and co-founder of the Spartan Race, a series of high endurance and terrifying obstacle courses. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, entrepreneur and author, Joe De Sena talks about his journey to creating the Spartan Race and: the benefits of pushing yourself to dangerous limits, how to use thermogenesis for recovery, and the effects of ego on performance. Joe also passes along some very useful running tips! Joe is an impressive guy with quite a few incredible stories. Enjoy! Joe De Sena is what you might call an extreme endurance racer and radical limit crusher. An entrepreneur from 8 years old Joe has had a passion for life that moves the ball forward against all odds. Born in Queens NY to a yoga teaching, meditation practicing mother and an Italian father that was an uber-entrepreneur the author learned simple techniques for forging ahead no matter the odds. Find out how a young kid breaks out, builds multiple businesses, changes lives, and eventually partners with military SpecOps. Pre-order his new book, Spartan Up!: A Take-No-Prisoners Guide to Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Peak Performance in Life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Electromagnetic fields (or EMFs) are fundamental to the physical world. They occur naturally in the body, but are also man-made and have the potential to affect your performance negatively. Josh del Sol’s award-winning documentary, Take Back Your Power, addresses the performance-robbing effects of certain EMFs and takes a journey into the 2013 NSA spying scandal to expose what he calls “vast programs to monitor your personal communications using ‘smart’ meters.” Josh comes on Bulletproof Radio to discuss his feature film about EMF and radiation standards in America, smart meters, and a possible connection between autism and EMF levels. Check out the shownotes and watch the film online. Josh del Sol is the Director and Producer of Take Back Your Power, his first feature film. Born and raised near Vancouver BC, Josh is passionate about the growing movement of social awakening. He has a vision for a more equitable social structure, with decentralized energy production and foundational values which honor the sanctity of life and human rights. Josh finds inspiration in those of courage who speak truth to power, from a place of non-violence and vision, laying the foundation for necessary solutions. Follow @TBYPfilm on Twitter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bestselling author and founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, Marc David has made it his life’s work to help people do exactly what they say they want to do. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, Marc goes deep into the psychology of eating and explains some of the easiest ways to hack your nutrition and perform better when you eat with integrity. You’ll discover why Marc says: “You cannot be a food addict,” along with how to make sense out of trauma, why the obesity paradox is a black eye in the face of science, how potato chip companies are capitalizing on our dental aggression habits, and a ton more! Marc David is the Founder of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, a leading visionary, teacher and consultant in Nutritional Psychology, and the author of the classic and bestselling books Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. His work has been featured on CNN, NBC and numerous media outlets. The Institute for the Psychology of Eating is the world’s only teaching organization dedicated to a forward thinking, positive, holistic approach to nutritional psychology. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Cate Shanahan is using Bulletproof Diet principles to help pro athletes perform better. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, physician, author, and LA Lakers Nutrition Director, Dr. Shanahan, talks how she transforms the diets of NBA stars like Dwight Howard and gets them to exchange nachos for charcuterie - one step at a time. Also hear Cate explain gluten on a molecular level and she makes a powerful argument for why consuming vegetable oil is like eating radiation. The show also includes information on: sugar addiction, milk proteins, and the benefits of eating, “meat on the bone”. In addition to her thriving Napa Valley medical practice, Cate Shanahan, MD is Nutrition Director of the Los Angeles Lakers PRO Nutrition program. Before attending Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and specialty training at University of Arizona’s Family and Community Medicine, she studied genetics and biochemistry at Cornell. Her background enabled her to recognize the flaws in mainstream nutrition theories and fill in the gaps in most popular diets. She has worked with patients to achieve lasting weight loss, optimal sports performance, and elimination of medication dependence through a systematic approach. Like Dr. Cate on Facebook! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bestselling author and renowned NYC journalist, AJ Jacobs is a living, breathing experiment. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, AJ reveals his methods behind hacking into (what he calls) the three domains of self-improvement. Jacobs talks about his quest to become the smartest person, what happened when he lived (quite literally) according to the Bible, and his humble quest for bodily perfection. Also catch tips on how to act your way into a new way of thinking. Enjoy! A.J. Jacobs is an author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He has written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor and a dash of self-help. He is also editor at large at Esquire magazine, a commentator on NPR and a columnist for Mental Floss magazine. His first book is called The Know-It-All: One Man’s Humble Quest to Become the Smartest Person in the World (Simon & Schuster, 2004). The memoir — which spent two months on the New York Times bestseller list — chronicles the 18 months Jacobs spent reading the entire Encyclopedia Britannica in a quest to learn everything in the world. It was praised by Time magazine, Newsweek, Vanity Fair, USA Today, Janet Maslin in the New York Times and AJ’s uncle Henry on Amazon.com. Follow him on Twitter @ajjacobs! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.