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. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Our Sponsors: MetaLab: Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. https://www.metalab.com Aeropress: Press your perfect cup, every time. https://aeropress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, William Green talks with Jason Karp, a prodigiously talented investor & entrepreneur whom he also profiled in his book, “Richer, Wiser, Happier.” Jason founded Tourbillon Capital Partners, where he managed $4.5 billion. He then quit the hedge fund business & created HumanCo, a holding company that invests in the health & wellness sector. Here, he speaks with extraordinary candor about his relentless quest for financial & professional success, & how his obsession with overachievement almost destroyed him.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro04:27 - How Jason Karp switched from underachiever to “hyper-neurotic overachiever.”09:32 - How his obsession with productivity devastated his health.25:01 - How he transformed his health, healing diseases that seemed incurable.35:34 - What he learned about how to eat well for health & longevity.53:13 - Why it’s helpful to “confuse your body” with random stressors.54:32 - How the best investors succeed by deferring gratification.1:09:17 - How Jason simplifies his life to reduce the impact of “decision fatigue.”1:13:37 - How he designed his hedge fund’s offices to promote productivity & good health.1:25:08 - What’s helped him most in dealing with his mental health challenges.1:25:25 - How he came to be suicidally depressed at the pinnacle of his investment career.1:28:24 - How he thinks about money, family, happiness, & fulfillment.1:29:24 - Why founding a health & wellness conglomerate brought him a new level of joy.Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, and the other community members. Jason Karp’s company, HumanCo. Hu Chocolate brand co-created by Jason Karp. Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers by Robert Sapolsky. Undo It! by Dean Ornish M.D. & Anne Ornish The Longevity Diet by Valter Longo. Peter Attia’s book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity Young Forever by Dr. Mark Hyman Tara Brach’s book, “Radical Acceptance,” & her website.  How To Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan. William Green’s book, “Richer, Wiser, Happier” – read the reviews of this book. SPONSORSSupport our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: River Toyota Sun Life The Bitcoin Way Range Rover Sound Advisory BAM Capital Fidelity SimpleMining Briggs & Riley Public Shopify Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Jason Karp, founder of HumanCo and healthy food advocate, shares his personal health journey that drove him to challenge the food industry. He reveals troubling differences in food formulations between the U.S. and Canada, highlighting the presence of unhealthy additives. Karp discusses the link between food dyes and children's health issues like ADHD and emphasizes the political shortcomings in food regulation. He argues for urgent reforms to tackle America's food crisis and its impact on public health, calling for consumer activism to promote positive change.

This week, Jason Karp, founder and CEO of HumanCo and co-founder of Hu Kitchen, shares his journey from finance to food reform. He talks about how his healing through psychedelic therapy inspired his mission to disrupt big food like Kellogg’s. Jason dives into the urgent need for cleaner ingredients, particularly addressing the health risks of food dyes in cereals. He also discusses his commitment to sustainable practices and the personal transformations that fueled his ventures in health and wellness.

Jason Karp, a health entrepreneur and activist, tackles the concerning practices of the food industry. He discusses misleading marketing tactics by companies like Kellogg's and advocates for safer food ingredients. Karp raises awareness about the dangers of artificial food dyes and plastic pollution, emphasizing the need for stronger U.S. regulations. He also explores health lessons from indigenous tribes and shares his personal transformation journey, pushing for a change towards healthier food choices and the importance of activism in reshaping the food landscape.