The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

Mark Sisson is a fat burning beast and one of prime authorities in the Paleo-sphere today. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, Mark talks about the concepts behind his top-performing book, The Primal Blueprint, and how they relate to a Bulletproof lifestyle. Have you ever looked at your body as its own life support system for ancient bacteria colonies? You’ll also hear about epigenetics, lectins, and how to get low-tech with a shit milkshake? He’s articulate, full of upgraded knowledge, and has kick ass abs. Please enjoy! Mark Sisson is the author of a #1 bestselling health book on Amazon.com, The Primal Blueprint, as well as The Primal Blueprint Cookbook and the top-rated health and fitness blog MarksDailyApple.com. He is also the founder of Primal Nutrition, Inc., a company devoted to health education and designing state-of-the-art supplements that address the challenges of living in the modern world. In his own words: “My life has been one built around health and fitness and I don't plan for that to ever end. I've made it my personal goal to help 10 million people achieve their ultimate genetic potential.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After more than two years The Bulletproof Executive Podcast has reached its 100th episode! And who better to have as a guest for this milestone than coffee titan and caffeine-expert, Dan Cox? If there is anyone alive today that can spit coffee talk more articulately or with more authority, we’d like to hear from him or her. Dan’s historical knowledge of coffee-for-consumption is unrivaled and his grasp of coffee culture today is paramount in the industry. In our centennial episode you will discover things abut coffee that I bet you didn’t know, like: the amount of effort it takes to test for mycotoxins in coffee, the current state of coffee brands in America, and what the future of our coffee consumption looks like. This old-school coffee mafia knows his stuff and presents a refreshingly humble take on these little seeds that make such a big impact on our lives. Thanks for listening and cheers to 100 more episodes! Dan Cox is the Owner and President of Coffee Enterprises and a connoisseur of all things coffee. He was one of the first American’s to pass the rigorous Q Grader Exams of which there are only 1,000 worldwide. Dan is a leading authority on the Specialty Coffee Industry and brings to bear 32 years of practical experience in management, roasting, cupping, product development, and marketing. He received the prestigious honor of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Specialty Coffee Association of America, and is also the Founder and President of Grounds for Health, a nonprofit bringing health care to women in coffee producing countries. He is a coffee titan like no other, although he would never agree with the designation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Work smarter, not harder! You’ve probably heard this sentiment before in one-way or another. But what does it really mean, and is it actually possible to be more successful by doing less? Ari Meisel is the creator of Less Doing, a strategy to be able to do less and live more. Happy to have Ari back on Bulletproof Radio, he joins the podcast this time to talk about his forthcoming book, Less Doing, More Living and how he beat Crohn’s disease. Listen to the show and discover how to get things done better by creating the manual of you. You’ll also hear how to optimize your haircut. Enjoy! In 2006, Ari Meisel was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease an incurable inflammatory disease of the digestive tract. His case was severe, and required over a dozen daily medications and several hospital visits. After reaching a personal low point in hospital, Meisel decided to take control of his own health and fix his then weakened body. With a focus on nutrition, supplementation, and exercise Ari was eventually declared free of all traces of the ‘incurable’ disease, and competed in Ironman France in June of 2011. Through the process of data collection, self-tracking, and analysis, Ari developed Less Doing. This was a way of dealing with the daily stresses of life by optimizing, automating, and outsourcing tasks in life and business. Today Ari focuses on Achievement Architecture, helping individuals be more effective at everything and advising several companies. Today Ari resides in Bridgehampton, NY with his wife Anna, three sons Benjamin, Sebastien, and Lucas, and two dogs Sylvain and Oscar. Follow him on Twitter at @arimeisel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Any Hollywood movie star will tell you that lighting is ‘everything’ when it comes to looking great and performing well. But lighting is so much more than just looking good on camera – it affects your mental performance in a major way. Today’s podcast guest, Helen Irlen, is dedicated to getting the word out about visual health and how to optimize your performance by identifying your particular lighting requirements. On the show Helen talks about the Irlen Method and why the science of color transforms lives! Ever wonder what those funny-looking glasses are that Dave wears all the time? Discover what they are and why he wears them on this episode of Bulletproof Radio! Helen L. Irlen is an internationally recognized educator, researcher, therapist, scholar, and expert in the area of visual-perceptual problems. She is a graduate of Cornell University. Ms. Irlen has been in the field of education for the past 40 years. Her background includes 15 years as a School Psychologist, 30 years as a Child and Family Therapist, Educational Therapist, founder and director of the Adult Learning Disabilities Program and Assistant Professor of Adult Learning Disabilities at California State University/Long Beach, instructor in psychology at Cornell University, and research assistant at Cornell. Because of this breakthrough, the Irlen Method has been the subject of two segments of 60 Minutes, Good Morning America, The Home Show, 60 Minutes Australia, a BBC Special, ABC Worldwide News with Peter Jennings, NBC News, and numerous TV shows around the world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When was the last time you were consciously aware of how others perceive you in the world? Take a second and consider how biohacking your impact can improve performance. It’s not all tie-die and patchouli (although we love tie-die and patchouli), this stuff is based in science and it works. IEP Method creator, Anese Cavanaugh, comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk intentional energetic presence, and why not to be a professional bummer. You’ll discover the science behind IEP and how to boost your energetic presence. You’ll also learn why a great reason for having good hygiene. Dig in and be present! Anese Cavanaugh is a mom, entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and all-around leadership and collaboration expert. She is the creator of the IEP Method and Craft Impact Program. Anese is considered a trusted advisor, teacher, and thinking partner to some of today’s most savvy business leaders and organizations like IDEO, Cooper, Chevron, IBM, Doorsteps, Citicorp, and others. Anese has been seen in Shape Magazine, Prevention Magazine, the Miami Herald, Western Suburban, TNG, Leadership Digital, Inc Small Giants, and on stages across the country. She swears by self-care, purpose, and impact; is obsessed with Bikram Yoga, cross training, and Bulletproof Coffee; delights in partnership and being a mom to 2, and currently splits her time between San Francisco, New York City, and Sacramento. You can tweet her at @anesecavanaugh. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Most of what people know is BS.” Jan Irvin of Gnostic Media joins Bulletproof Radio to talk The Trivium Method and Transhumanism – amongst other things. To say that Jan constitutes a wealth of information would be a gross understatement. Well known for fact checking and principled verification, Irvin shares his insights on critical thinking, common sense, and psychedelics. Enjoy! Jan Irvin is an independent researcher, author, and lecturer. He hosts the popular Gnostic Media podcast, and has done much to expose ongoing CIA programs, such as Operation MKULTRA – the reality of which is only now coming to light – 40 years on. Jan has done over 200 radio interviews (on other programs), has been featured in several documentaries, and has produced many documentaries and videos himself. He also authored the book The Holy Mushroom: Evidence of Mushrooms in Judeo-Christianity; A critical re-evaluation of the schism between John M. Allegro and R. Gordon Wasson over the theory on the entheogenic origins of Christianity presented in The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross, 2008. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let there be light! But not just any light, red and blue LED light to be specific. On part 2 of Bulletproof Radio’s Steve Fowkes series, an in-depth conversation from this biohacking master continues. You will hear Steve and Dave talk about the benefits of light for mitochondrial function and how using certain types of light therapy can help you kick more ass. Oh! There is a ton of talk about smart drugs too. Discover new ways to upgrade your mind with racetams from the man who literally wrote the book on nootropics before they were even called that… And don’t forget to listen to part 1! Steven Wm. Fowkes is an organic chemist by degree and a scientific generalist by nature. He is author or co-author of six books, five of which are health related, and has published over 100 issues of two health newsletters. He has been hacking health for four decades in many novel ways, long before self-care and Quantified Self became popular ideas. One hack was overcoming severe stage fright, which enables Steve to do public-speaking engagements (see him at last year's Bullet-Proof Conference) and TV appearances (including his15-minutes-of-fame on Larry King Live). Google him! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have all heard of “pH,” but do you actually know what it is or how to measure it in your body? In this very special episode of Bulletproof Radio, Steve Fowkes is on the show in part 1 of a two-part series with one of Dave’s mentors and heavy-hitting science experts. Steve’s sophisticated understanding of pH mechanisms of health go far beyond the simplistic "alkalinize, alkalinize, alkalinize" message that most people hear. You’ll discover how to hack your own pH and circadian rhythm and why doing so is essential to increasing your performance. Grab a pen and enjoy. And don’t forget to listen to part 2 later this week! Steven Wm. Fowkes is an organic chemist by degree and a scientific generalist by nature. He is author/co-author of six books, five of which are health related, and has published over 100 issues of two health newsletters. He has been hacking health for four decades in many novel ways, long before self-care and Quantified Self became popular ideas. One hack was overcoming severe stage fright, which enables Steve to do public speaking engagements (see him at last year's Bulletproof Conference) and TV appearances (including his 15 minutes of fame on Larry King Live). Google him! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BJ Baker was the first strength and conditioning trainer for the Boston Red Sox and has been involved in the training, preparation, nutritional counseling, and rehabilitation of athletes in virtually every sport. BJ is currently the Head Athletic Trainer at Pure Performance Training and comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about his experience as a top-level pro in functional movement and physical therapy. You’ll discover why he’s a fan of ‘primal movement,’ the difference between training pro-athletes vs. an average Joe, and what the shortest route to optimal is. BJ Baker has been involved in the training, preparation, nutritional counseling, and rehabilitation of athletes in virtually every sport. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education/Athletic Training (Magna Cum Laude) at Cortland State University before going on to complete his Master’s Degree in Exercise Science with a concentration in Sports Medicine from Ithaca College. BJ has served on the Athletic Training staff at Cornell University, Harvard University and was the first Conditioning Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox. He has been married to his wife Laura for 27 years and has two children. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When is the last time you thought about your relationship to technology? It is certainly something to consider these days. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, digital happiness hacker and identity construction expert, Anna Akbari, enlightens us on the sociology of style and how it can help you perform better. You’ll hear about hacking your own identity, the evolution of cultural perception, and how to create closet catharsis. Oh! And ever wondered what beards say about people? You’ll hear something about that too! This is a great show on a holistic approach to individual empowerment. Enjoy! Anna Akbari, Ph.D., is a sociologist and serial entrepreneur. She taught in the department of Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University and at Parsons The New School for Design. Her research focuses on technology/human relationships, digital happiness, and strategic visual and virtual self-presentation and identity construction (including sartorial semiotics and techniques of the body). Akbari is the founder of Sociology of Style, which blends social science with pop culture analysis and practical advice to offer smart, timely commentary on image-related issues and culture. She is also the founder of Sociology of Style Services, her image consulting company, which addresses identity construction through personal styling, image management, and bodily manipulation. Watch her TED talk on "Digital Happiness.” She currently works and lives between San Francisco and New York City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Woopaah! It turns out that happiness really can make or break your performance. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio one of the world’s best and first positive psychologists, Stella Grizont, talks about the science of happiness. And don’t worry! It’s not all puppies and unicorns – although who doesn’t like unicorns? Hear the ‘set point’ theory of happiness, the negativity bias, and even how to hack your way out of a shitty day. Dave even opens up about his most boring job! Oh and didn’t you know? It looks like you can die of a broken heat AND of boredom. Listen up! Stella Grizont is the founder of WOOPAAH, a company that creates immersive play experiences for people at work to feel happier, more creative, and connected. Some of her clients include Google, Columbia University, and New York City's Department of Transportation. Stella was one of the first 200 people to earn a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking and feeling your best isn’t just about genetics, you have to work at being optimal. Model, actor, and fellow biohacking geek Andy Hnilo knows exactly what this means. Andy comes on Bulletproof Radio to talk about how he engineered his own resilience after a debilitating car accident using a Bulletproof lifestyle and a whole lot of gratitude. On this episode you will learn Andy’s hacks for having great skin and looking good, why he loves sardines so much, and how he got hit by two cars and was back on the runway in just 3 short months. Three words: deer placenta smoothies! Andy’s a great guy with a ton of passion behind his success. Enjoy the show! Andy Hnilo is 32 years old and lives in Los Angeles, CA. As an athlete all of his life, he excelled in baseball and football, earned a baseball scholarship to UC Berkeley and turned down an opportunity to play professional baseball when he landed a role on daytime soap opera, “Days of our Lives.” Andy has since kept very busy with modeling and acting - most recently appearing on HBO’s “Hello Ladies.” Andy has walked the runway for numerous clothing companies such as Calvin Klein, Oakley, Speedo, and has shot over a dozen national commercials for companies like Michelob Ultra, Geico, Nike, Mizuno and most recently Coppertone. After getting hit and run over by two SUV’s, he thought his career was over but through nutrition and relentless hard work, he has found himself in better shape physically and mentally because of it, working more than ever before. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Best-selling author, nutrition expert, and all-around Bulletproof babe, JJ Virigin comes on the podcast to talk about her top performing diet program and bestselling book, The Virgin Diet and why it makes you better. JJ is highly regarded in the health and wellness industries working with top CEOs and A-list celebrities from around the world, including Gene Simmons, Ben Stiller, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Tracie Thoms, Janeane Garofalo, just for starters. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio you will learn about 7 foods to stop eating now, how JJ used food and supplements to bring her son back from the brink of death, and why JJ is against intermittent fasting for women. Also hear Dave challenge JJ to an arm wrestle and so much more! JJ is all kinds of charming and incredibly knowledgeable. Please enjoy the show! JJ Virgin is one of the nation’s foremost fitness and nutrition experts, an accomplished public speaker and media personality. Her 25 years in the health and fitness industry and in holistic nutrition and functional medicine has allowed her the opportunity to work with high performance athletes, CEO’s, and A-list celebrities from around the world. JJ is author of NY Times bestseller The Virgin Diet: Drop 7 Foods, Lose 7 Pounds, Just 7 Days and the new Virgin Diet cookbook, she has a show airing on PBS, Drop 7 Foods, Feel Better Fast!, she was a regular on Dr. Phil for 2 years and the co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and has appeared all over the media including the Today Show, Rachel Ray, The Doctors and Access Hollywood. JJ is a member of Mensa, a UCLA graduate and chronic student having taken 40 graduate courses (and counting). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“You are what you eat.” It’s been talked about for years, and according to filmmaker and nutrition expert James Colquhoun, this sentiment couldn’t be more true. Colquhoun is on Bulletproof Radio to talk about his documentary film, Food Matters, and the science behind it. On the show James discusses his personal journey with food and what inspires him to help others get serious about their health. On the show you’ll hear an inspiring discussion about how James successfully rid his own father of chronic illness, the problem with “big pharma,” and how real men catch their own babies! This is just the beginning though, there is a ton of useful information to be had on this episode. Enjoy! James Colquhoun is a nutritional consultant turned filmmaker. Motivated by a chronic illness in his family. Along with Laurentine ten Bosch, Colquhoun created and filmed Food Matters offering it as a tool for individuals to take charge of their own health. The FoodMatters.tv website is a leading resource in the natural health world with over 3.7 million visitors since 2008. Their latest documentary, HUNGRY FOR CHANGE (2012), reveals how the diet and processed food industries are the enemies of permanent weight loss, vibrant health, and natural living. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Paleo Diet has been growing in popularity for a while now. So much so that you might consider it an official fad diet. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, author and Paleo expert, Chris Kresser, makes a valid and fundamentally sound argument about how that is just not the case! After many years of hacking his own health and discovering the distinct formula that works best for his biology, Kresser is eager to share the formula he thinks will work for everyone – and it’s all about personalization. Chris comes on the show to discuss the principles behind his new book, Your Personal Paleo Code. You’ll hear how a desperate health scare became a big motivator for Kresser, his thoughts on epigenetics, Chris' response to some current Paleo Diet criticisms, and a ton more! Have a great listen and happy New Year! Chris Kresser, M.S., L.Ac, is a practitioner of integrative and functional medicine and the creator of ChrisKresser.com, one of the most respected natural health sites in the world. He developed Your Personal Paleo Code based on more than ten years of research, his own recovery from a debilitating, decade-long illness, and his clinical work with patients. Chris was recently named one of the 50 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.com, along with Michelle Obama, Dr. Oz, Dr. Weil, and Deepak Chopra. Paleo Magazine declared Chris’s blog the top science-oriented blog in the Paleo community, and he is a regular health columnist at the Huffington Post. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How many of you know what a ketone is? You’ve heard of ketosis, but are you aware of the benefits it can have on your health? On this episode of Bulletproof Radio research scientist Dominic D’Agostino, Ph.D. comes on the show to discuss what it’s like living in ketosis 95% of the time and what he’s discovering through his work developing therapies for diseases like cancer and Alzheiemer’s with ketogenic principles. Also learn how ketones feed your brain, if a ketogenic diet is for everyone, and why MCT oil is so badass! Dominic D'Agostino, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor at the College Of Medicine Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology at the University of South Florida. He works to develop and test nutritional and metabolic therapies including ketogenic diets and ketogenic agents for CNS oxygen toxicity (seizures), epilepsy, metabolic disorders, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, muscle wasting and cancer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Everything we can do to reduce stress in our lives will lead to great health.” – Ronda Collier Stress is the new health epidemic only that it’s not new at all. Stress has influenced humans since we were running away from sabre-toothed tigers and living in caves. That same flight-or-fight response still powers our nervous system today – and many of us are not very good at managing it. But that is certainly changeable with generative feedback technology like the HRV Sense™ app. Ronda Collier from SweetWater Health, joins Bulletproof Radio for a second time to discuss the science of Heart Rate Variability and how monitoring it efficiently allows for peak performance and a healthier life! Learn about why the average person should care about HRV, how broccoli is used to qualify fractals, and why self-awareness is key to self-preservation. Ronda Collier, B.S.E.E., M.A. Psychology holds more than 25 years of experience in high technology product development with a proven track record of delivering leading edge consumer electronic products within both privately held startups and Fortune 500 corporations. She has spent the last 3 years as an independent scholar researching non-invasive health monitoring techniques to improve overall personal well being. This research led to the founding of SweetWater Health, L.L.C. in 2010. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How often do you ask yourself what actually matters to you? And do you honestly know what matters to the people around you? Considering both of these questions, how do you align the two? Stew Friedman has the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Bulletproof Radio. Stew talks about how he addressed these philosophical questions with science and why data can help us learn the answers. Stew also talks about his new book Baby Bust: New Choices for Men and Women and the fascinating statistics he discovered about why fewer young people expect to be parents these days. There is a ton of good stuff to grab at on this show. Enjoy! Stewart D. Friedman is the Practice Professor of Management at The Wharton School. In 1991, he founded both the Wharton Leadership Program and the Wharton Work/Life Integration Project. While on academic leave, from 1999 to 2001, he served as the senior executive responsible for leadership development at Ford Motor. There he created the Total Leadership program, which marries the work/life and leadership development fields and is now used around the world. Working Mother named Friedman one of America’s 25 most influential men to have made things better for working parents. His widely-cited publications and internationally-recognized expertise led Thinkers50 to select him as one of the “world’s top 50 business thinkers,” and the Families and Work Institute honored him with its Work Life Legacy Award. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From chat rooms to forums, the Internet allows us to communicate anonymously about anything under the sun – the extremely useful and the unfortunately useless. The nootropic stack CILTEP is one of those “extremely useful” gems from an Internet forum via Longecity.org. The creator of this underground nootropic stack comes on the show for an exclusive talk about CILTEP and how it works. CILTEP is a natural stack designed to improve and maintain brain performance, especially memory, focus, and motivation. On this episode you’ll learn about how it was created and why you should supplement with it for optimal performance. Abelard Lindsay has been doing software development professionally for 20 years. He is currently in his late 30s and in his second year of earning a masters in computer science. Abelard started investigating alternative medicine and the brain about 10 years ago and was motivated to apply and go back to graduate school in computer science after he began taking the nootropic stack CILTEP because, as he says: “…it was so much easier and enjoyable for me to learn new material… CILTEP made me want to study.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wanted to bash your bathroom scale in with a really large sledgehammer? Bulletproof Radio guest and passionate calorie myth buster, Jonathan Bailor, wants you to do just that! On this episode, Bailor brings back his wealth of knowledge to the show and discusses why counting calories does not make your life better – in fact it can make your life worse. You’ll also hear about the epidemic of girls and calorie counting, weight loss success rates when counting calories, and why we should definitely stop freebasing with Oreos!? It’s a great show with tons of information. Enjoy it! Jonathan Bailor is a nutrition and exercise expert and former personal trainer who specializes in using high-quality food and exercise to simplify wellness. He has registered over 25 patents and authored the revolutionary upcoming The Calorie Myth (HarperCollins, 12.31.13). Bailor serves as a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, hosts a popular syndicated wellness radio show, blogs on The Huffington Post, and consults for organizations around the world. His free 28-day quick-start eating and exercise guide is available at BailorGroup.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

‘Tis the season to be grateful! And while that sentiment can often feel a bit disingenuous, it turns out that practicing gratitude can actually make you happier, more effective, and smarter! On this episode of Bulletproof Radio, hypnotist and behavioral biohacker UJ Ramdas talks about the many ways in which gratitude can make you a more successful person. You will learn about the benefits of being resilient, how to put pen to paper, and a short list of things you can do each day to express your gratitude. Oh! And UJ offers a special surprise to Bulletproof listeners! Please enjoy. UJ Ramdas is passionate about bringing together practical psychology and business to create a better world. With a background in Behavioral science, Marketing and Hypnosis, he’s consulted with (several hundred) clients, bringing them from confusion to clarity. Currently based out of Toronto, Canada, he’s a big fan of the wilderness, eastern meditative practices and a good cup of tea. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shamanism and science aren’t often thought of as being allies of one another. Should they be? It turns out that ancient shamans were some of our first brain scientists and biohackers! Expect to take note on this episode of Bulletproof Radio with the inspirational shaman, biohacker, and teacher Alberto Villoldo. There is a ton of useful information to be learned from this talk with Alberto including why a broken diet equals a broken brain, what are the right kinds of medicine plants, and how to, “Pass the salt, bitch!” Trust me; you’ll want to listen. It’s a real honor to have such a wise and humble healer on the show. You won’t be disappointed! Alberto Villoldo, Ph.D., a psychologist and medical anthropologist, has studied the healing practices of the Amazon and Inka shamans for more than 25 years. While at San Francisco State University, he founded the Biological Self-Regulation Laboratory to study how the mind creates psychosomatic health and disease. Dr. Villoldo directs The Four Winds Society, where he trains individuals throughout the world in the practice of energy medicine. Founder of The Four Winds Society, Alberto instructs individuals throughout the world in the practice of energy medicine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Americans spend billions each year on self-help, and this maybe isn’t totally surprising, but women are the target audience of the industry more often than not. Which is why the role of men’s coach Tripp Lanier is so important, to help fill in the gap. Let’s face it! Men need help too, right? On this episode of Bulletproof Radio Tripp talks about self-help from a man’s perspective and how to upgrade your life from a more masculine point of view. You’ll hear about why understanding your whole body matters, how being in the wrong relationship can keep you from being optimal, and Tripp shares a very personal story of trauma and how it affected his own personal development. Tripp’s a great guy. It was awesome to have him on the show. Enjoy! Tripp Lanier is a men’s coach and host of The New Man Podcast. He coaches and teaches men all around the world how to break out of mediocre lives and create the careers and relationships they really want. As a host, he’s interviewed experts and authors from all walks of life including Tim Ferriss, Laird Hamilton, Ken Wilber, Dan Millman, Marcus Buckingham, Bill Harris, Steven Pressfield, AJ Jacobs, Chip Conley, Dr. Robert Glover, and Shawn Phillips. The New Man Podcast reaches thousands of people in over 110 countries and regularly finds its home on the iTunes Self-Help Top 10 list. 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 authors of “The Paleo Primer,” Keris Mardsen and Matt Whitmore bring a British perspective to Primal cooking. This powerful duo aim to make cooking Paleo fun and upgrade people’s lives by teaching healthier living techniques. On this show you’ll learn how to pimp your salad, how horse meat is healthier than you thought, and how to torture your liver! Please enjoy these two charming Brits and their take on Paleo living. Keris Marsden and Matt Whitmore are based in the UK and own a group of training and nutrition companies called Fitter London and Fitter Food. As personal trainers, they were tired of treadmills, cross trainers, machines, and the same old class timetable. With a combined experience of more than 20 years training themselves and working in the industry they decided it was time for a change and wanted to bring some variety, innovation, and spontaneity back to boring gym workouts and repetitive classes. Keris is a nutrition geek while Matt loves cooking and being creative in the kitchen. Together they make the perfect team, educating clients and readers about nutrition and providing tasty recipes and essential resources to ensure that Primal/Paleo becomes a lifestyle, not just a diet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What’s better than sex, drugs, and rock-n-roll? Sex, drugs, rock-n-roll and Bulletproof® coffee, perhaps? On episode #75 of Bulletproof Radio heavy metal biohacker and front man of the band Chimaira, Mark Hunter, gives us an inside look at living like a rock star and being Bulletproof. It was great to get to hear about how Mark got turned on to the Bulletproof lifestyle and what he does to stay optimal as a performer. You’ll learn about Mark’s works to help people live a better life, how coffee affects his music, and why sexual abstinence can help you attract more women! This is a down to earth conversation with a hardcore fan and a crazy talented musician. Please enjoy! Mark Hunter is the vocalist and founding member of Cleveland-based metal band Chimaira. Mark has been a professional musician for 15+ years with more than a million records sold. He is a producer, blogger, float tank enthusiast, biohacker, and newly found wellness coach. After losing over 40 pounds on the Bulletproof® Diet, Mark has helped his mother lose over 120 pounds and recover from type-2 diabetes. Links on where to find out more about Mark and Chimaira can be found in this episode's blog post at http://bulletproofexec.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who said that learning should be easy? Not Andrea Kuszewski, a spirited researcher and science writer. On this episode of Bulletproof Radio Andrea even suggests that learning is painful and should perhaps be valued for its ability to make our brains hurt! Kuszewski is impressive and gave an incredibly useful insight into her research as she works to revolutionize education. On this show you’ll learn: why women can make men dumb, about Andrea’s brain hacks, and how to identify a sociopath. Watch out! It’s a good one. Enjoy! As a self-described nerd, Andrea Kuszewski is also a researcher, therapist, and scientific consultant – to name a few. Her main interests are creativity, intelligence, autism, exceptional ability, x-altruism, and sociopathy, and what motivates people to change their behavior. She is a frequent contributor to Scientific American and the Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies. Kuszewski lives in the San Francisco, California and in her spare time enjoys obsessing over brains, glittery things, and Triceratops, but not necessarily in that order. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wondered how magnets work? Or better yet: how they can help you be healthier? The amazingly gifted Dr. William (Bill) Pawluk is on this episode of Bulletproof Radio to answer these questions, and then some. Bill delves deep into the science behind electromagnetism and how it can help you eliminate or significantly reduce painful inflammation, stimulate tissue healing, and fully support the body’s inherent healing abilities. There’s also an immensely generous surprise, but you have to listen for that! Dr. Pawluk is a board-certified family physician, with training in acupuncture, homeopathy, hypnosis and bodywork. He practices holistic medicine in Baltimore and appears regularly on the radio at www.wcbm.com. In addition, he is a national expert in the medical use of electromagnetics with over 22 years of experience. In recognition of this experience he has appeared on the Dr. Oz show regarding magnetic therapy devices. As part of his work with this technology, he has authored numerous books, chapters, articles and interviews on magnetics, conducts research on the use of various kinds of electromagnetic systems on wound healing and other applications, and teaches practitioners on the appropriate use of magnetic therapies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The majority of Bulletproof Radio listeners will struggle with thyroid issues at one point or another. If you want your brain to work well, be thin, and have enough energy to work through the day, you’ll find it tough to succeed without an optimally functioning thyroid. Naturopathic physician, Alan Christianson came on the show to talk shop about thyroid disease. You’ll learn about why thyroid health is confusing, how food affects your thyroid health, and tips on how to hack your thyroid. Dr. Alan Christianson founded Integrative Health: a group of physicians whose philosophy is to “Provide smart, safe, primarily natural and scientific solutions for the entire family to live ‘in good health.’” They are the bio hackers of the physician brigade. Dr. Christianson is Phoenix, Arizona-based and specializes in natural endocrinology with a focus on thyroid disorders. He wrote, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Thyroid Disease,” and is a competitive mountain unicyclist and a licensed pilot! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some would argue that we are entering an age of the universal man, where intelligence is limitless and awareness is everything. Which makes it a good time to talk with Hunter Maats and Katie O’Brien, the authors of The Straight-A Conspiracy. This is an intensely informative and inspiring episode from these two educational visionaries. You’ll learn about how your IQ isn’t a fixed number, what’s wrong with the “feeling of stupid,” and three ways to cheat your intellectual growth. Hunter Maats and Katie O’Brien were classmates at Harvard College. Since graduating, they have worked with thousands of students as tutors, teachers, and public speakers on a mission to put students back in control of their education. From writing essays, mastering any math concept, and acing your most difficult final exam, The Straight-A Conspiracy takes you through the simple, stress-free ways to conquer any class in school. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, Dr. Terry Wahls used diet and functional medicine to go from being bound to a wheelchair to being able to ride her bike to work. Dr. Wahls discusses her new book The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine and why diet ranks so highly in not just treating illness, but preventing it. You’ll learn about the benefits of neuromuscular stimulation, how to eat using color, and how Terry is using diet to beat MS. Her story makes for one powerful podcast episode! After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Dr. Wahls began studying the latest research on autoimmune disease and brain biology. She decided to get her vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids from the food she ate rather than relying on prescription drugs. Dr. Wahls adopted a nutrient-rich Paleo-style diet, gradually refining and integrating it with a regimen of neuromuscular stimulation. First, she walked slowly, then steadily, and then she eventually was able to bike eighteen miles in a single day. In November 2011, Dr. Wahls shared her remarkable recovery in a TEDx talk, Minding My Mitochondria, that immediately went viral. Now, in The Wahls Protocol, she shares the details of the protocol that allowed her to reverse many of her symptoms, get back to her life, and embark on a new mission: to share her findings and results with others suffering from the ravages of multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if everything you thought you knew about cholesterol was wrong? In this episode of Bulletproof Radio cholesterol expert Jimmy Moore about how we’re being lied to about our cholesterol health. We discuss triglycerides and lab results and reveal a wealth of information on the basics of cholesterol. You’ll learn the difference between LDL and HDL, why you don’t have to be fat to have bad heart health, and why low cholesterol is bad for baby making! And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Enjoy! In January 2004, Jimmy Moore made a decision to get rid of the weight that was literally killing him. At 32 years of age and 410 pounds, the time had come for a radical change of lifestyle. A year later, he had shed 180 pounds, shrunk his waist by 20 inches, and dropped his shirt size from 5XL to XL. He is regarded as a fan of low carbohydrate diets and eating plans and promotes them through his blog, books, YouTube videos and podcasts. He currently resides in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Moore's latest book Cholesterol Clarity is a joint venture with Dr. Eric C. Westman. This book lays out in plain language what the numbers in a cholesterol test mean, and what can be done about them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fermenting phenomenon Jill Ciciarelli is on the show to talk about her healthy hobby turned full-time passion, food fermentation. It’s a discerning topic amongst Bulletproof Radio listeners and enquiring minds want to know: Is fermenting optimal or not? You’ll hear Jill and Dave share their personal experiences with eating fermented foods, how it improves Jill’s life, and why Dave’s still a bit skeptical. Jill Ciciarelli is the author of Fermented: A Four Season Approach to Paleo Probiotic Foods and founder of the health blog First Comes Health. She graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as a holistic health coach and is certified by the American Association for Drugless Practitioners. Ciciarelli lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and a cat named Quincy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Millions of enquiring minds want to know: Calories, do they count or not? What if everything you were taught about eating, exercise, weight loss, and health could be proven wrong? On this episode you’ll hear Jonathan Bailor make a pretty sane argument for no more calorie counting and how doing so may actually be bad for your health! Learn how to eat more to weigh less, why you’ll want to ignore that number on the treadmill, and how not to be a slave to willpower. There’s a lot going on in this show! Collaborating with top scientists for over 10 years, analyzing over 1,300 studies, and garnering endorsements by top doctors from Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins, Yale, and UCLA, Jonathan Bailor is a nutrition and exercise expert and former personal trainer who specializes in using high-quality food and exercise to simplify wellness. He has registered over 25 patents and authored the revolutionary upcoming book “The Calorie Myth.” Bailor serves as a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, hosts a popular syndicated wellness radio show, blogs on The Huffington Post, and consults for organizations around the world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author of “The Paleo Manifesto” and professional caveman, John Durant, came on Bulletproof Radio to chat about primitive living in an urban jungle. In this fun and down to earth episode you’ll hear John and I talk about Paleo being a biohack and cricket-based protein! Whether you live in a cave now or just plan on retiring in one, there’s something in this show for everyone. John Durant is an author and health entrepreneur. He recently released his first book – The Paleo Manifesto: Ancient Wisdom for Lifelong Health – in which he advocates using evolutionary principles to combat the global epidemic of obesity, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. He studied evolutionary psychology at Harvard before moving to New York City and becoming a “professional caveman”: running barefoot through Central Park, mimicking a hunter-gatherer diet, experimenting with intermittent fasting, and doing polar bear swims in the Atlantic. John has been featured in the New York Times, and interviewed on The Colbert Report and NPR Morning Edition. He keeps a freezer chest full of organ meats in the bedroom of his Manhattan apartment, and he is fully aware of how strange that is. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alderspring Ranch produces some of the best tasting and highest quality grass fed beef in North America. Glenn Elzinga, expert organic rancher and owner of Alderspring Ranch, shares what goes into creating Bulletproof approved beef and why it’. For over 20 years Glenn and Caryl Elzinga have worked hard and stayed true to the land and the cattle that roam on it. It’s a family ranch with a ton of heart and in this episode you will hear Glenn and I really geek out about beef. You will learn about the roots of Alderspring, why it’s so important not to micro-manage roaming cattle, how eating grass fed beef makes you more Bulletproof, and a lot more! Alderspring Ranch is a real place, a family ranch. Glenn and Caryl Elzinga have grown grass fed and finished beef in Idaho’s Rocky Mountains for over 20 years. It is in the wild and pristine setting of Idaho’s high Pahsimeroi Valley that they found the ideal place to raise their certified organic Angus beef. In addition, Glenn’s background in forest ecology and Caryl’s as a PhD in plant ecology specifically equipped them to manage their landscape-level ranch comprised of over 70 square miles of high elevation wildlands- one of the largest certified organic ranches in the U.S They are experts at producing top quality cuts of beef for the discerning public. They are the opposite of a corporate outfit or a front through which to funnel odd cattle. Their passion is to grow the best beef you’ve ever had, and do it in a way that benefits all parts of an agricultural system, including the consumer, the land, the community, the cattle, and family. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Being Bulletproof is about asking questions and getting answers. Take that suspicious spot on your calf, for example. Have you ever wondered what the heck it is? Have you ever questioned how marijuana can have an effect on heart rate variability? Each month, I record a special podcast to answer questions from the Bulletproof community. We pick the best questions that come from emails, Facebook, Twitter, the Bulletproof Forum, and the blog’s comment section. In this show you’ll gain access to a wealth of information that I hope will empower you on the way to living a more optimal life. Please enjoy! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Forget everything you thought you knew about micronutrients! Mira and Jayson Calton are back on the show to tell you the importance of micronutrients and discuss the new and improved “Naked Science.” You will hear about the dangers of micronutrient defficiency, the ABCs of optimal supplementation, and the importance of taking a properly formulated multi-vitamin. Did you know that in order to become micronutrient sufficient you would need to eat 27,575 calories a day of the standard American diet? Pretty crazy, right? The Calton’s have certainly done their research and this is definitely a podcast you don’t want to miss! Mira and Jayson Calton are among the world's leading experts on the topics of weight management, lifestyle medicine and micronutrient deficiency. In 2005 the Caltons’ lead a 100-country, 7 continent, 6-year global expedition to explore the dietary and lifestyle habits of people around the world– which also resulted in reversing Mira's advanced osteoporosis. The Caltons are columnists for First for Women magazine and Livestrong.com, and contribute regularly to media sources such as “Fox and Friends,” “Happening Now,” Headline News, NBC, ABC, AOL Travel, Prevention, Shape and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you heard? Gluten is harmful, but do you know why? Dr. Tom O’Bryan explains away dietary gluten, how it is detrimental to your health, and why it keeps you from being optimal – in a big way! He talks about his 30 years of experience in researching Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity and how you can drastically increase the quality of your life by getting rid of gluten in your diet. We also talk about the number one supplement he recommends to Bulletproof your gut, how gluten is like morphine, and if there are such a thing as “good” grains. If you want to understand gluten in a way you never have before and learn how it affects your body, this episode is for you! Dr. Tom O’Bryan is a nationally recognized speaker, workshop leader, healer, and researcher specializing in Celiac disease & gluten intolerance. He is a highly esteemed clinician in treating chronic disease and metabolic disorders from a Functional Medicine perspective. Dr. O’Bryan is the Sherlock Holmes for chronic disease & metabolic disorders, a triathalete, and a second-degree black belt in Aikido. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover orgasmic meditation (OMing) and the science behind it with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, M.D., the CSO of OneTaste, and scientist at Rutgers University Newark Orgasm Laboratory. This episode discusses the relationship between orgasm and the nervous system, the importance of mindfulness, and how often men and women should orgasm for maximum performance in life. Be sure not to miss this stimulating episode! Formerly a psychiatrist at Stanford hospital, Pooja switched career paths after experimenting with OMing and researching the science behind it. She later moved across the country to New York City to study the neuroscience involved in OMing through fMRI imaging and clinical studies. Currently, Pooja continues to conduct OMing studies, while also venturing into further researching the male orgasm. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Learn how to unlock your Bulletproof potential from the CEO of the habit-building app, Lift. Tony Stubblebine shares his take on what habits are good to form, and how to develop and sustain those habits by creating a supportive lifestyle. Tony and I also dug deep into the performance and emotional aspects of being a CEO. If you are a productivity hack or a high performing businessperson, than you do not want to miss this episode! Tony Stubblebine co-founded Lift based on the idea that positive reinforcement and community support could be deployed universally to help people achieve their goals. Prior to Lift, he was the founder and CEO of CrowdVine Event Social Networks, which builds simple and powerful software to help people connect and meet. He was also a part of the Wesabe launch team, Director of Engineering at Odeo.com and O'Reilly Media, and authored Regular Expression Pocket Reference. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Take control of your food choices, understand your willpower, and combat sugar cravings by listening to this episode with expert health marketing advisor, Michael Fishman. You will hear how Michael radically changed his diet to be a healthier, more in control and happier version of himself, and how you can do that too. Michael Fishman is a leading advisor on marketing, positioning and strategy for health, wellness and personal development businesses and personalities such as Rodale's Prevention and Men's Health publishing brands, Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Dr. Dean Ornish and many others. Michael is also a highly sought after speaker on how marketing language, customer care and work culture combine to take companies from merely good to the beloved best at what they do. He created the annual Consumer Health Summit, which is the preeminent invitational forum for CEOs, entrepreneurs and marketing leaders in health and wellness. He is also a co-founder of BehaviorCon, a conference on marketing and consumer psychology. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As a top health and fitness editor and best-selling author, Adam Bornstein came on the show to share what it means to be ‘Alpha’ and how being bulletproof is possible for everyone. In this episode, Adam and I discuss our shared egg obsession, whether cheat days are helpful or harmful, and how mental barriers keep you from achieving the best version of yourself. You will even get a glimpse into the workings of mainstream media, research, and health journalism. Adam Bornstein is a biohacking, solutions oriented machine! Adam has been named “one of the most influential people in health.” He’s a long time health and fitness writer and editor for magazines like Men’s Health and Livestrong, and best-selling author of four fitness books, including his most recent book “Man 2.0 Engineering the Alpha: A Real World Guide to an Unreal Life: Build More Muscle. Burn More Fat. Have More Sex” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an apocalypse, how would you biohack your survival? This episode dives into answering this question and discusses all things stress-related. It was a blast having Sam Sheridan, best selling author of The Disaster Diaries: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Apocalypse, on the show to talk about a wide variety of topics ranging from endurance vs. interval training to Cooper’s Color Code and shamans. You’ll hear about the science and psychology of stress, the best way to handle stress, and how to better your chances of surviving an apocalypse. Sam Sheridan was an amateur MMA fighter, EMT, wild-land fire fighter, cowboy, sailor and worked construction at the South Pole. He is also the best selling author of A Fighters Heart: One Man’s Journey Through the World of Fighting, he Fighters Mind: Inside the Mental Game. During research for his latest book The Disaster Diaries: Sam immerses himself in the survivalist and dooms-day preparation subculture by: Attending stunt driving school; Learning the art of eskrima (Filipino knife fighting); Participating in Cody Lundin’s (Dual Survival on Discovery Channel) Aboriginal Living Skills School; Learning how to steal a car with ex-gang bangers in Los Angeles. A large portion of The Disaster Diaries explains the bio-chemical cocktail that our bodies produce during moments of intense stress (i.e. an apocalypse.) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From professional athlete to high performance health coach, Yuri Elkaim joins us today to talk about (almost) all things Bulletproof. In his goal to help 10,000,000 people become healthier, Yuri will share his take on raw food, the “fruit & veg” argument, exercise vs. rest, habits, and more! If you are an athlete (or biohacker) looking for 1 or 2 tips to take your performance to the next level, this is the show for you. Yuri Elkaim is a registered holistic nutritionist, fitness expert, and highly sought after high performance health coach. He’s also a former professional soccer player and served as the Head Strength & Conditioning and Nutrition Coach for men’s soccer at the University of Toronto for 7 seasons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is all about the most effective biohack I’ve experience yet – NeurOptimal® brain training. Dr. Valdeane Brown, Founder of NeurOptimal, came on the show to explain how this technology takes your performance to uncharted levels! The NeurOptimal brain trainer is the most powerful and affordable neurofeedback technology available. You will get to hear about the EEG technology and how it transforms your brain, upgrade athletic performance, and even help with migraines, PTSD, and abusive relationships. Does this sound too good to be true? Listen for yourself… Dr. Valdeane W. Brown is an internationally recognized "trainer of neurofeedback trainers", who has taught and consulted widely on personal and organizational transformation. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a background in math, physics, computer programming, philosophy, yoga, meditation and martial arts, Dr. Brown brings a presence and precision to his work. This is further informed by a profound sense of compassion, a facility with energy dynamics and a deep commitment to revealing the elegant simplicity inherent in learning and transformation. Developer of the Five Phase Model and co-creator with his wife Sue of the Period 3 Approach to Clinical Neurofeedback, Dr. Brown has realized his vision of a truly comprehensive training system in NeurOptimal. His vision in bringing NeurOptimal to the world is to make personal transformation effortless and available to all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode brings to light an ex-vegan advocate’s journey to eating a mostly meat-embraced Bulletproof diet. Kristen ‘Raw’ Suzanne, author, popular blogger, and nutrition researcher, shared her former vegan assumptions, how easy or difficult it was to change, and the ethics of food. We also dove into a detailed conversations about liver meat, fertility issues on a vegan diet, how to stay Bulletproof when traveling with family, and how to nourish your kids the best way possible. In 2005, Kristen walked away from her corporate career in executive-level operations to focus on her true passion: healthy food. Already a vegan for two years, she turned her attention to the raw vegan cuisine and lifestyle, initially teaching classes and providing personal chef services, but as her online audience grew, she ultimately shifted to full-time blogging, recipe development, and eventually publishing 12 books on raw vegan diets. By 2012, concerns with her and her child's health forced her to reevaluate the nutritional claims made by advocates of raw and vegan diets. After Kristen introduced high quality animal products into her family's diet, she saw dramatic improvements almost immediately. Her family now eats a diet high in grass-fed beef and butter, bison, pastured eggs, and wild-caught seafood, while avoiding grains, gluten, and soy. While her personal transformation and conversion from vegan to omnivore has been controversial in the vegan and raw food community, Kristen has been on hiatus from blogging to spend time researching and fully exploring the nutritional and culinary aspects of eating in this new way for her family. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our first ever VIDEO and audio podcast, where we’re celebrating by exploring everyone’s favorite topic – sex! This episode, with co-author of New York Times best seller, Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What it Means for Modern Relationships, Christopher Ryan, gives you a peak into the evolutionary view of human sexual behavior. Sex at Dawn shatters myths surrounding the societal history behind how men and women interact in sexual relationships. Christopher made for a great interview, as he continues to rustle feathers around the ideas of traditional relationships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode stretches the boundaries of biohacking by looking at the futurist ideology and movement called transhumanism. Natasha Vita-More, an American designer, theorist and author, joined me on this episode to discuss the possible transformation of the human condition by developing technologies that enhance intellectual, physical, and psychological capacities. Natasha Vita-more is co-editor and author of The Transhumanist Reader: Classical and Contemporary Essays on the Science, Technology and Philosophy of the Human Future and designer and author of "Primo Posthuman," a pioneering future whole body prototype. Vita-More is a professor at the University of Advancing Technology, and a Fellow of the Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies and the Hybrid Reality Institute. She is currently Chairman of the Board of Directors of Humanity+. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 50th episode of Bulletproof Executive Radio introduces you to a brand new free iPhone app called Bulletproof(R) Food Sense and to the scientist who made it all happen. Today’s interview is with long time biohacker and founder of Sweetwater Health™, Ronda Collier. Ronda is putting her more than 25 years of experience in high tech to work at SweetWater Health™, where they are looking at the signal coming from the human heart, and instead of seeing beats per minute or simple heart rate variability, seeing a huge pool of big data just waiting to be analyzed using Ronda’s crazy advanced math skills. There is a lot more information in your heartbeat than you’d think – stress levels are just the beginning. By applying mobile health monitoring and stress management with medical research techniques, SweetWater Health is creating some very advanced, very easy to use biohacking technologies. My experience as a bio hacker who used to weigh 300 pounds and really struggled with food cravings, is that every single person has a set of things in their environment or their food that makes them weak. SweetWater Health and Bulletproof Executive just partnered to create the free Bulletproof(R) Food Sense iPhone app to help you find your personal kryptonite by using the phone’s onboard sensors to detect your hidden food sensitivities. You can also get an amazingly full-featured version of the app that works with a chest strap to measure and track your heart rate variability all day long and use complex algorithms to quantify your food, stress, and overall health. Click here to download your free Bulletproof Food Sense app from the Apple iTunes store. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

About once a month, I set aside a whole podcast to answer questions from the Bulletproof community. It's all about answering your very best questions, sourced from e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, the Bulletproof forum and the blog! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.