The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

#163 Jason Karp: Live A Healthier Life

Apr 4, 2023

Jason Karp, Founder and CEO of HumanCo, shares his remarkable journey from hedge fund manager to health advocate. He discusses the alarming health issues that propelled his life changes, emphasizing the connection between high-stress careers and diet. Karp explores evolutionary eating principles, the glyphosate debate in wheat, and the importance of ethical business practices in the food industry. He highlights how to make nutritious food enjoyable and accessible, ultimately promoting a balanced lifestyle that prioritizes health.

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Jason Karp

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The podcast episode emphasizes the importance of prioritizing self-care to maintain overall health and well-being.

The episode discusses the alarming increase in obesity rates and highlights the mission of Humankind in promoting healthy living.

The speaker shares personal experiences and explores the concept of decision-making, emphasizing the application of positional chess in various aspects of life.

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The Path to Success and Illness

The podcast episode explores the speaker's journey of striving for success in various aspects of life and the subsequent health issues that arose as a result of neglecting self-care.

Position Yourself for Success

01:39

Why Big Crops Should Be Grown Organically

00:36

ADHD: Hyperfocus or Disinterest

01:21

The Dangers of Extreme Sleep Habits

00:33

Intro

4min

From Misfit to Mentor: A Journey of Self-Discovery

24min

Navigating Choices: Philosophy Meets Decision-Making

17min

Embracing Evolutionary Eating

9min

The Glyphosate Debate in Wheat

8min

Transforming Food for Health

20min

Finding Balance: The Intersection of Health and Lifestyle

5min

Jason Karp was living what he thought was a successful life in his 20s. He graduated near the top of his class from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and was well on his way to becoming a successful hedge fund manager. But when he noticed a series of health issues cropping up - including the frightening diagnosis that he would go blind by the age of 30 - he made a series of life-altering decisions focused on his health and wellness. On this episode Karp dives deep into the changes he made that saved his life, and offers valuable insights into what you can do to live a healthier life.

Karp is the Founder and CEO of HumanCo., a private holding company that invests in and builds brands focused on healthier living and sustainability, including Snow Days, Cosmic Bliss, and Against The Grain. He also co-founded Hu Products and Hu Kitchen, and Hu is now one of the fastest growing snacking companies in the U.S. with a strict focus on transparent, simple ingredients to help everyone live a healthier life. Prior to founding Hu, Karp was the founder CEO of Tourbillon Capital Partners, an investment fund that managed over $4 billion.

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The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

#163 Jason Karp: Live A Healthier Life

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Path to Success and Illness

The Rise of Obesity and Humankind's Mission

Lessons from Childhood and the Power of Decision-making

Taking Control of Health and the Creation of Hu Kitchen

The importance of choosing organic for big crops

The need to prioritize healthy and clean ingredients

Position Yourself for Success

Why Big Crops Should Be Grown Organically

ADHD: Hyperfocus or Disinterest

The Dangers of Extreme Sleep Habits

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts